published_date title author url url_media country language summary content 2025-03-31T23:49:00 Voting Rights and Capital Mar. 31, 2025 23:49 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6073612 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Shell plc's capital as at March 31, 2025 consists of 6,016,082,392 ordinary shares of €0.07 each. Shell plc holds no shares in Treasury. The figure, 6.016,822,392, may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculation by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in Shell Plc under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. "Total Voting Rights In conformity with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, we hereby notify the market of the following: Shell plc's capital as at March 31, 2025, consists of 6,016,082,392...[+669 chars]" 2025-03-31T22:30:00 Sustainable investing is tried and true David Cantor https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/business/sustainable-investing-is-tried-and-true/article_f394e6f3-787f-4857-88fe-9e9d7edb7629.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/santafenewmexican.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/63/a6381054-07ce-11ef-b16b-3770d7351049/66325e407e41e.image.jpg?crop=1591%2C835%2C0%2C233&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en ESG stands for the environmental, social and governance criteria that sustainable investors use to assess companies. These lenses are employed in addition to traditional financial analyses of profitability, credit worthiness and the growth potential of a company. It's a solution for those who want to align their investments with such values. "What are your core values? Many of us might cite responsibility, honesty and fairness, among others. For those of us who want to align our investments with such values, there is a solution: sustainabl...[+304 chars]" 2025-03-31T22:00:00 Oregon company faces new New York Stock Exchange delisting threat Pete Danko https://www.bizjournals.com/portland/news/2025/03/31/ess-faces-new-nyse-delisting-threat.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12120511/ess-at-nyse*1200xx1600-899-0-281.jpg US en Wilsonville grid energy storage company ESS fell out of compliance with NYSE requirements when its market capitalization fell below $50 million this month. It has 45 days to submit a plan to the NYSE on how it will regain compliance and could get 18 months to carry it out. Eric Dresselhuys resigned as CEO last month. Kelly Goodman, ESS's legal vice president was named interim CEO. "For the second time in a year, struggling Wilsonville grid energy storage company ESS is facing a challenge to maintain its New York Stock Exchange listing. ESS fell out of compliance with NYSE requir...[+3064 chars]" 2025-03-31T22:00:00 Extra Space Storage Inc. Announces Date of Earnings Release and Conference Call to Discuss 1st Quarter 2025 Results https://www.hjnews.com/news/state/extra-space-storage-inc-announces-date-of-earnings-release-and-conference-call-to-discuss-1st/article_5f5d1d9c-7856-50f1-9ce3-d80026bf7af6.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/hjnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/12/a123b828-7360-5e62-a5af-712dd4df2953/67b8edf0f333e.image.jpg?crop=1846%2C969%2C146%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Extra Space Storage Inc. will release financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025 on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 after the market closes. The Company will host a conference call at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 to discuss its financial results. Hosting the call will be Extra Space Storage's CEO, Joe Margolis, and Scott Stubbs, Executive Vice President and CFO. "SALT LAKE CITY, /PRNewswire/ -- Extra Space Storage Inc. (the ""Company"") (NYSE: EXR) announced today it will release financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025 on Tuesday, April 29, 2...[+291 chars]" 2025-03-31T21:55:08 Boycotting Chevron for Fueling Genocide Amal Ahmed https://www.yesmagazine.org/political-power/2025/03/31/chevron-boycott-gaza-genocide https://www.yesmagazine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Chevron_1400x840.jpg US en The World Naked Bike Ride in Portland, Oregon was started in the early 2000s as a protest against fossil fuel companies. Molly, one of the organizers, reminded the crowd that the naked bike ride wasn't just a spectacle. In 2024, Molly and other organizers are planning to protest at local Chevron stations. They are calling for a global boycott of Chevron's products. The action is modeled on the successful global campaign against Shell for its role in apartheid South Africa. "The action is modeled on the successful global campaign against Shell in the 1980s for its role in apartheid South Africa. Every summer in Portland, Oregon, thousands of people participate in the city...[+9903 chars]" 2025-03-31T21:41:28 Trump's Global DEI Crackdown Sparks Tensions with European Firms Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3329148-trumps-global-dei-crackdown-sparks-tensions-with-european-firms https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/31_05_2024_07_07_25_1231709.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Trump administration has issued a stern warning to suppliers and recipients of U.S. grants globally to comply with its ban on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs or face losing payments. The mandate followed an executive order from President Trump aimed at dismantling DEI policies beyond national boundaries. The Trump administration has issued a stern warning to suppliers and recipients of U.S. grants globally, insisting they comply with its ban on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs or face l...[+679 chars] 2025-03-31T21:35:00 Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Announce Strategic Alliance to Enhance Supply Chain Risk Assessment with diginexLUMEN https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6073522 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F03%2F31%2F05e9e9c18bda43fe80f1169d2d90dab0.png TW en Diginex and Forvis Mazars announce a strategic alliance. Diginex will bring its supply chain due diligence platform, diginexLUMEN, to Forvismazars' client base. The collaboration aims to empower businesses to assess and manage supply chain risks related to climate and social issues. LONDON, UK - Media OutReach Newswire - 31 March 2025 –, a leading impact technology company focused on solving pressing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges, today announced a strate...[+4672 chars] 2025-03-31T21:20:00 How Trump's Anti-DEI Rhetoric Forced Rebranding Efforts For America's Leading Companies Sharelle Burt https://www.blackenterprise.com/dei-isnt-dead-corporate-america-just-rebranded https://blackenterprise-prod.b-cdn.net/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2025/01/admin-ajax-1.jpg US en President Donald Trump's executive order to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at the federal level resulted in corporations rebranding their efforts. Google, JPMorgan Chase, and Paradigm are among the companies that have changed their DEI initiatives to comply with Trump's anti-DEI structure. President Donald Trump's executive order to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at the federal level resulted in corporations being creative, not eliminating their efforts but rebranding ...[+2914 chars] 2025-03-31T21:04:31 WSP to welcome Eric Lamarre to its Board of Directors Alain Michaud https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/wsp-to-welcome-eric-lamarre-to-its-board-of-directors https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTQxMjkxNSM2ODM5OTk1IzIwODY1NzI= CA en Eric Lamarre will join WSP Global Inc.'s Board of Directors as a director and member of its Audit Committee. He will be elected at WSP's 2025 annual meeting of shareholders on May 8. WSP is dedicated to pioneering change and modernizing its industry with digital and advanced technologies. "Article content MONTREAL, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WSP Global Inc. (TSX: WSP) ('WSP' or the 'Corporation'), one of the world's leading professional services firms, is pleased to share that Er...[+631 chars]" 2025-03-31T21:01:42 EMX Royalty Announces Grant of Security-Based Compensation David M. Cole https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/markets-news/Newsfile/31663714/emx-royalty-announces-grant-of-security-based-compensation https://www.theglobeandmail.com/pf/resources/assets/meta/twitter-summary-240x240.png?d=680 CA en EMX Royalty Corporation (TSXV: EMX) has granted incentive stock options, restricted share units, and deferred share units to certain officers, directors, employees and consultants. The options are exercisable at a price of C$2.92 per share for a period of 5 years. The RSUs have a 3-year cliff vesting provision and have been granted to certain employees, subject to stock exchange approval. "Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 31, 2025) - EMX Royalty Corporation (NYSE American: EMX) (TSXV: EMX) (the "" Company"" or "" EMX"") is pleased to announce that pursuant to its equity ...[+2573 chars]" 2025-03-31T20:34:09 Capital Power to host virtual Annual General Meeting on April 29 Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/capital-power-to-host-virtual-annual-general-meeting-on-april-29 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTQxNDAyMSM2ODQzMDc0IzIwMTA0NDA= CA en Capital Power Corporation will host its 2025 Annual General Meeting via live audio webcast at 1:00 pm MT on Tuesday, April 29. Release of Q1 2025 results moved to April 30. Shareholders and duly appointed proxyholders will have the opportunity to ask questions during the question and answer session. "Article content Release of Q1 2025 results moved to April 30 EDMONTON, Alberta, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Capital Power Corporation (TSX: CPX) will host its 2025 Annual General Meeting virtual...[+578 chars]" 2025-03-31T20:21:43 ECARX Holdings Inc. Announces Completion of Offering of 25,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares ECARX LIMITED https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/ecarx-holdings-inc-announces-completion-of-offering-of-25-000-000-class-a-ordinary-shares/article_84222df2-5a40-58e5-a0b6-e4c8c4980543.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) announced the completion of the underwritten public offering of 25,000,000 Class A ordinary shares of the Company at a public offering price of US$1.80 per share. Deutsche Bank AG, Hong Kong Branch and China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited acted as the underwriters in the Offering. The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase up to 3,750,000 Ordinary Shares. SHANGHAI, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) ('ECARX' or the 'Company'), a global mobility tech provider, today announced the completion of the underwritten public of...[+452 chars] 2025-03-31T20:14:08 DHI Group, Inc. to Present at the Planet MicroCap Showcase: VEGAS in partnership with MicroCapClub on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 & 1x1 Meetings on Thursday, April 24, 2025 Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/dhi-group-inc-to-present-at-the-planet-microcap-showcase-vegas-in-partnership-with-microcapclub/article_8b3a6437-2c6d-5470-b317-b4e52572a06d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en DHI Group will present at the Planet MicroCap Showcase: Vegas 2025 on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:30 PM PDT. Art Zeile, Chief Executive Officer, and Greg Schippers, Chief Financial Officer, will be hosting the presentation and answering questions at the conclusion. DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX), today announced that it will be presenting at the Planet MicroCap Showcase: VEGAS 2025 in partnership with MicroCapClub on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:30PM PDT. Art Zei...[+149 chars] 2025-03-31T20:09:55 Safe and Green Development Corporation (SGD) reports earnings https://qz.com/safe-and-green-development-corporation-sgd-reports-ea-1851773660 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_200,q_80,w_200/4716932d29f4ef6064940c18eaab1f3d.png US en Safe and Green Development Corporation (SGD-6.09% ) has submitted its Form 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. The company's operations focus on real property development using prefabricated modules. It generated revenues of $207,552 from commissions on residential real estate transactions, while incurring a net loss of $8,908,475. It entered into joint ventures with Milk & Honey LLC to develop single-family homes and an eco-friendly retail outlet in Texas. In September 2023, the company was separated from its parent company, Safe & Green Holdings Corp., and began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol 'SG "In This Story SGD -6.09% Safe and Green Development Corporation (SGD-6.09% ) has submitted its Form 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. Costco's Kirkland brand became a massive fi...[+2276 chars]" 2025-03-31T20:03:41 Investing in Stealth Group Holdings (ASX:SGI) five years ago would have delivered you a 990% gain Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/investing-stealth-group-holdings-asx-200341570.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/67199089f87ca6ea8b33765175d6b1ff US en Stealth Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:SGI) share price has soared 963% over five years. Its share price is up 76% in about a quarter. During the last half decade, Stealth Group Holdings became profitable. Its shareholders have received a total shareholder return of 176% over one year. We think all investors should try to buy and hold high quality multi-year winners. While not every stock performs well, when investors win, they can win big. To wit, the Stealth Group Holdings Ltd (AS...[+3931 chars] 2025-03-31T20:01:33 Yoshiharu Regains Compliance with NASDAQ Stockholders' Equity Requirement Yoshiharu Global Co. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/yoshiharu-regains-compliance-with-nasdaq-stockholders-equity-requirement/article_7d44c27e-9820-58a0-ac7c-b0134e23d8ee.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Yoshiharu Global Co. has regained compliance with the minimum stockholders' equity requirement under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1). The Company's security will continue to be listed and traded on The Nasdaq Stock Market. The Company had scheduled an appeal of its delisting with a Hearings Panel for April 1, 2025. "BUENA PARK, Calif., March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yoshiharu Global Co. (NASDAQ: YOSH) (""Yoshiharu"" or the ""Company""), a restaurant operator specializing in authentic Japanese ramen & rolls, today...[+895 chars]" 2025-03-31T20:00:00 Nasdaq Champions Smart Regulatory Reform to Strengthen the World's Leading Capital Markets and Drive American Economic Growth Mar. 31, 2025 20:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6073370 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en New paper presents policy recommendations to improve the public company experience with the ultimate goal to increase investor access to the growth and success of the US economy. Over the past 25 years, the number of public companies listed on U.S. exchanges has declined 36%, from 7,000 to 4,500. The number of private equity-backed companies has increased approximately 475%. The paper recommends pragmatic and results-oriented regulatory changes. "New paper presents policy recommendations to improve the public company experience, with the ultimate goal to increase investor access to the growth and success of the US economy NEW YORK, March 31, 2...[+5559 chars]" 2025-03-31T19:59:25 Revenue-generating agencies owe FG N9.3tn unremitted liabilities Tsj Reporter https://thestreetjournal.org/revenue-generating-agencies-owe-fg-n9-3tn-unremitted-liabilities-neiti https://thestreetjournal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Ogbonnaya-Orji.jpg NG en The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has revealed that revenue-generating agencies owe the government a total sum of N9.3tn in unremitted liabilities. This amount covers approximately 72 per cent of the Federal Government's projected budget deficit of N13tn for 2025. NEITI has recovered over $4.85bn from the disclosures of $8.26bn made in its 2021 oil and gas report. "The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has revealed that revenue-generating agencies currently owe the government a total sum of N9.3tn in unremitted liabilities. It said th...[+2754 chars]" 2025-03-31T19:30:00 Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Announce Strategic Alliance to Enhance Supply Chain Risk Assessment with diginexLUMEN Mar. 31, 2025 19:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6073317 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars announce a strategic alliance. Diginex will bring its supply chain due diligence platform, diginexLUMEN, to Forvis's extensive client base. The collaboration aims to empower businesses to assess and manage supply chain risks related to climate and social issues. LONDON, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ: DGNX), a leading impact technology company focused on solving pressing environmental, social, a...[+6043 chars] 2025-03-31T19:30:00 Dovre Group: CFO resigns https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6073308 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Dovre Group's CFO Hans Sten has submitted his resignation to the company and will leave his position at the end of June 2025. His resignation is based on personal reasons. The company will not start the search for a new full-time CFO for the time being. "Dovre Group Plc Changes board/management/auditors March 31, 2025, at 2:30 pm Dovre Group: CFO resigns Dovre Group's CFO Hans Sten has submitted his resignation to the company and will leave his positi...[+1130 chars]" 2025-03-31T18:58:13 Transforming Agriculture with Sustainable Solutions: Paving the Way to a Greener Future Hugh Grant http://agriculture.einnews.com/article_detail/798833844/Vs1qeWpsDuq_QxKA https://techbullion.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/unnamed-37.jpg UA en Agricultural Technology (AgTech) advancements and sustainable practices are paving the way toward eco-friendly agriculture. IBM Food Trust, ICL Group, John Deere, Syngenta, and Trimble are leading the way with their innovative solutions to reduce the environmental impact of agriculture. As global food demands rise alongside the world's population, projected to exceed 9 billion by 2050, reducing agriculture's environmental impact has become an urgent priority. Traditional farming prac...[+3644 chars] 2025-03-31T18:00:00 Global Engine Group Holding Limited Announces Extraordinary General Meeting Results and Approval of Dual-Class Share Structure Mar. 31, 2025 18:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6073201 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Global Engine Group Holding Limited (Nasdaq: GLE) is a Hong Kong-headquartered integrated solutions provider in information communication technologies. At the EGM, shareholders of the Company approved the proposals that the currently issued shares of par value of US$0.0000625 will be re-designated and re-classified into Class A ordinary shares with 1 vote per share on a one for one basis and 200,000,000 Class B shares with 20 votes per share. The Company plans to effectuate the proposed corporate actions by filing with the registry of corporate affairs of the British Virgin Islands the New M&A on March 31, 2025. HONG KONG, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Engine Group Holding Limited (Nasdaq: GLE) (the 'Company' or 'GLE'), a Hong Kong-headquartered integrated solutions provider in information communi...[+4408 chars] 2025-03-31T17:26:47 enCore Energy Corp. Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Pending: Contact The Gross Law Firm ... The Gross Law Firm https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/encore-energy-corp-securities-fraud-class-action-lawsuit-pending-contact-the-gross-law-firm/article_e3fefb5f-fa6f-5b97-a52f-55017ff80cbc.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en EnCore Energy Corp. shareholders are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as a lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery for shareholders of enCore Energy Corporation. The Gross Law Firm issues the notice to enCore shareholders. "NEW YORK, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of enCore Energy Corp. (NASDAQ: EU). Shareholders who purchased shares of EU during the clas...[+171 chars]" 2025-03-31T16:58:16 At 57, Posco sets sights on sustainable growth beyond steel 독서지락 수기 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/044/0000268297 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/044/2025/03/31/0000268297_001_20250331165816171.jpg?type=w800 KR en Chang In-hwa, Posco Group Chairman, called for sharper execution and a focus on sustainable future growth ahead of the company's 57th anniversary on Tuesday. Posco must remain agile amid rapidly shifting industrial paradigms by swiftly executing plans, expanding core markets and venturing into promising new sectors. "Posco Group Chairman Chang In-hwa speaks during a meeting at Posco Center in Seoul on Friday. (Posco) Posco Group Chairman Chang In-hwa on Monday called for sharper execution and a focus on sustainabl...[+1361 chars]" 2025-03-31T16:57:13 Director/PDMR Shareholding Julie Keefe https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/markets-news/GlobeNewswire/31658935/directorpdmr-shareholding https://www.theglobeandmail.com/pf/resources/assets/meta/twitter-summary-240x240.png?d=680 CA en "Shell plc has been notified that following the payment of the interim dividend on March 24, 2025 in respect of the fourth quarter of 2024, the following Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities (""PDMRs"") acquired dividend shares in respect to shares previously delivered to them under the annual bonus and/or shares previously vested under employee share plans." "NOTIFICATION AND PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF TRANSACTIONS BY PERSONS DISCHARGING MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE EU AND UK MARKET ABUSE REGIMES Shell plc (the ""Company""...[+9442 chars]" 2025-03-31T16:51:13 BlackRock's Fink Pulls Back From Climate and DEI Talk in Annual Letter John Carney https://www.breitbart.com/economy/2025/03/31/blackrock-blacks-out-dei-and-esg https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/03/GettyImages-2194844077-e1743438998345-638x335.jpg US en Larry Fink's 2025 letter to investors focuses on economic growth, infrastructure, and the democratization of access to capital markets. He advocates for 'baby bonds,' government-seeded investment accounts for children, private credit, infrastructure investment, and asset tokenization as key frontiers for BlackRock's growth. The shift comes amid intensifying political scrutiny. Larry Fink has spent decades shaping BlackRock into the world's largest asset manager, earning a reputation as a leading voice in global finance. In more recent years, he became known for championing ...[+3024 chars] 2025-03-31T16:31:00 MSMEs in India and the insurance imperative: Closing the protection gap. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/msmes-in-india-and-the-insurance-imperative-closing-the-protection-gap-/articleshow/119807392.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119807938,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-46838,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en There are 63 million MSMEs in India, but only 15% of them have adequate insurance coverage. Business insurance penetration among micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India remains alarmingly low. The New India Assurance Co. Ltd. chairman, Girija Subramanian, addressed this issue on the sidelines of the ETS MSME Awards 2024 in Delhi. "Despite being the backbone of India 's economy, MSMEs remain critically underinsured. With less than 15% having adequate insurance coverage, millions of businesses are left vulnerable to financial sho...[+9915 chars]" 2025-03-31T16:21:28 Allianz Global Investors to Drop Weapons Ban for Some ESG Funds https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/allianz-global-investors-to-drop-weapons-ban-for-some-esg-funds-11743438089274.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/06/1600x900/company_4_1733465206851_1733465215415.png IN en Allianz Global Investors will allow previously banned defense-related assets to be held in some ESG funds. The changes apply to most of AGI's mutual funds classified as Article 8. ESG fund managers across Europe are quickly axing exclusion policies that once rendered defense assets un-investable. "(Bloomberg) -- Allianz Global Investors will allow previously banned defense-related assets to be held in some ESG funds, a move it says reflects the new geopolitical reality gripping Europe. The Alli...[+1635 chars]" 2025-03-31T16:10:00 Nickel Asia aligns supply chain network with sustainability goals https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/04/01/tmt-newswire/nickel-asia-aligns-supply-chain-network-with-sustainability-goals/2083226 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/31/581248.jpg PH en Nickel Asia Corp. (NAC) convened its suppliers and business partners recently as it aims to align its supply chain network with the company's sustainability goals and commitments. In 2023, NAC initiated the Scope 3 Emissions Inventory in alignment with its 2025 target of 100-percent completion of GHG accounting. LISTED natural resource development company Nickel Asia Corp. (NAC) convened its suppliers and business partners recently as it aims to align its supply chain network with the company's sustainability...[+1726 chars] 2025-03-31T16:07:08 Decarbonization initiatives aim to prepare industry for climate crisis https://valorinternational.globo.com/business/news/2025/03/31/decarbonization-initiatives-aim-to-prepare-industry-for-climate-crisis.ghtml http://s.glbimg.com/en/ho/static/globocom2012/img/fb_marca.png PT en São Paulo State Federation of Industries (FIESP) and SENAI-SP have launched a new round of 'decarbonization initiatives' across the state this month. The program targets companies with annual revenues of up to R$8 million, offering consulting services focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Participants receive training and gain access to a platform for tracking emissions inventories. Seeking to boost the competitiveness of small and medium-sized Brazilian industries while addressing environmental challenges posed by climate change, the São Paulo State Federation of Industries (FIE...[+2759 chars] 2025-03-31T16:07:08 Trump Campaign Against ESG Hits Emerging-Market Green Bonds https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/trump-campaign-against-esg-hits-emerging-market-green-bonds-11743437229329.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/06/1600x900/market_4_1733466069237_1733466076549.png IN en The backlash in the US on climate issues is hitting the ability of emerging markets to raise funds for environmental projects. Sales of green bonds have fallen by about a third in 2025 to $8 billion, the slowest start to a year since 2022. The development follows the US exiting from the Paris Agreement on climate targets and from a leading role in an energy transition partnership for South Africa, Indonesia and Vietnam. "The backlash in the US on climate issues is hitting the ability of many emerging markets to raise funds for environmental projects. Their sales of green bonds have fallen by about a third in 2025 to $...[+4489 chars]" 2025-03-31T15:57:23 Allianz scraps nuclear, military exclusions to back Europe's rearmament drive Iain Withers https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/allianz-scraps-nuclear-military-exclusions-back-europes-rearmament-drive-2025-03-31 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/RLFRI32XJZKHXFI6RKXAEMONIY.jpg?auth=db6e7c195a4e3c80fb2497441fe3f61961523c3e7676f8893abf3be3ce5b284e&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Allianz Global Investors has dropped two exclusions blocking its sustainable funds from investing in defence. AGI is one of the first major European asset managers to change their policies to help finance the region's rearmament. The changes apply to funds classified as 'Article 8' under the European Union's Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation. LONDON, March 31 (Reuters) - Germany's Allianz Global Investors has dropped two exclusions blocking its sustainable funds from investing in defence, becoming one of the first major European asset mana...[+2162 chars] 2025-03-31T15:54:41 NZME delays AGM, criticises Grenon's proposal https://www.nbr.co.nz/investment/nzme-delays-agm https://d2xgqyuql1olth.cloudfront.net/assets/barbara-chapman.jpeg NZ en NZME delays AGM, criticises Grenon's proposal. Chair Barbara Chapman has sent a six-page letter to shareholders. NZME says there is a risk that Grenon prioritises his own agenda at the expense of the best interests of company and other shareholders. "Investment 4 mins to read 3 NZME delays AGM, criticises Grenon's proposal NZME says there is a risk that Grenon prioritises his own agenda at the expense of the best interests of company and other sha...[+81 chars]" 2025-03-31T15:49:51 Metro AG Neutral On EPGC's Delisting Offer https://www.esmmagazine.com/retail/metro-ag-neutral-on-epgcs-delisting-offer-285613 https://img.resized.co/esmmagazine/eyJkYXRhIjoie1widXJsXCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL21lZGlhLm1hZGlzb25wdWJsaWNhdGlvbnMuZXVcXFwvZXNtbWFnYXppbmUtcHJvZFxcXC91cGxvYWRzXFxcLzIwMjNcXFwvMDJcXFwvMjAxMDIxNTlcXFwvbWV0cm8tZmxhZ3MuanBnXCIsXCJ3aWR0aFwiOjEyMDAsXCJoZWlnaHRcIjo2MjcsXCJkZWZhdWx0XCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL2ltZy5yZXNpemVkLmNvXFxcL25vLWltYWdlLnBuZ1wiLFwib3B0aW9uc1wiOltdfSIsImhhc2giOiJmYmZjMjY4M2JmMTM3YmRlZjk3Njk1N2Q1ZWQ2ZDIxYzIxOGZmZjE4In0=/metro-ag-neutral-on-epgc-s-delisting-offer.jpg IE en Metro AG's management and supervisory boards have issued a neutral statement on the acceptance or non-acceptance of EP Global Commerce GmbH's delisting offer. Both boards have independently concluded that the delisting is in the interest of Metro and therefore they support the offer as a condition for delisting. "The management and supervisory boards of Metro AG have issued a neutral statement on the acceptance or non-acceptance of EP Global Commerce GmbH's (EPGC) delisting offer. Metro noted that the price of...[+2829 chars]" 2025-03-31T15:37:00 Ontario Securities Commission releases its 2025 Annual Service Commitment Review Ontario Securities Commission https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/ontario-securities-commission-releases-its-2025-annual-service-commitment-review-822101980.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) published its 2025 Annual Service Commitment Review. The OSC will delegate the registration function for firms registered as investment dealers, mutual fund dealers and futures commission merchants to the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) effective April 1, 2025. TORONTO, March 31, 2025 /CNW/ - The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) today published its 2025 Annual Service Commitment Review. These standards provide investors, registrants and market participant...[+1772 chars] 2025-03-31T15:25:29 FCC chair opens investigation into Disney and ABC for DEI practices Class https://www.columbian.com/news/2025/mar/31/fcc-chair-opens-investigation-into-disney-and-abc-for-dei-practices https://www.columbian.com/wp-content/themes/columbian2/static/img/og/default-2022.jpg US en The FCC has launched an investigation into Walt Disney Co. and its broadcast subsidiary ABC over the company's diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Chairman Brendan Carr wants to ensure that Disney ends any and all discriminatory initiatives in substance, not just name. Disney has recently softened some of its DEI efforts, including changing a performance standard titled 'diversity and inclusion' used to calculate executive pay. The Federal Communications Commission has launched an investigation into Walt Disney Co. and its broadcast subsidiary ABC over the company's diversity, equity and inclusion programs, Chairman Brendan ...[+627 chars] 2025-03-31T15:01:01 How a Singapore Government Ministry Powers Sustainability and Innovation with a Future-ready Storage Infrastructure (Pure Storage Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/How_a_Singapore_Government_Ministry_Powers_Sustainability_an https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eXf0NzMaFwM/0.jpg US en Singapore wants to hit net-zero emissions by 2045, five years ahead of the national 2050 target. It is championing ESG initiatives and implementing strategies to achieve this goal. Â.  y e ) With a bold ambition to hit net-zero emissions by 2045, five years ahead of the national 2050 target, the Singapore government is taking the lead in environmental stewardship. It is championing ESG ...[+39 chars] 2025-03-31T15:00:00 International Petroleum Corp. Annual General Meeting to be held on May 7, 2025 Mar. 31, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6073010 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Annual General Meeting of holders of common shares of International Petroleum Corporation will be held on May 7, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. (Mountain time) at the offices of Blake, Cassels and Graydon LLP, Suite 3500, 855 - 2nd Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P 4J8. The purpose of the Meeting is to receive the audited consolidated financial statements of the Corporation for the financial year ended December 31, 2024 and the report of the auditor. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants, will be the auditor of the corporation. Euroclear Registered Common Shares are registered under CDS TORONTO, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- International Petroleum Corporation ('IPC' or the 'Corporation') (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that the Annual General Meeting (the '...[+4965 chars] 2025-03-31T14:40:08 HEADLINE: 'Navigating the Challenges of Cross-Border Climate Action Regulations', By: TheCSRUniverse Team The CSRUniverse Team https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/headline-navigating-the-challenges https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F27f9de55-6ce3-458d-8fc4-85566bf60e79_1039x1081.jpeg US en As climate action accelerates worldwide, businesses operating across borders must navigate a complex web of environmental regulations. Devin Partida, Editor-in-Chief of ReHack.com shares her insights on the matter in this exclusive piece for TheCSRUniverse. She also provides strategic insights on leveraging sustainable technologies. "Navigating the Challenges of Cross-Border Climate Action Regulations By: Published: Devin Partida As climate action accelerates worldwide, businesses operating across borders must navigate a complex w...[+6473 chars]" 2025-03-31T14:30:53 TN ATTORNEY GENERAL SKRMETTI AND COALITION SCORE VICTORY FOR CONSUMER CHOICE AND CORPORATE ACCOUNTABILITY NASHVILLE Tribune Staff https://tntribune.com/tn-attorney-general-skrmetti-and-coalition-score-victory-for-consumer-choice-and-corporate-accountability-nashville https://tntribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/cropped-tn-tribune-150x150.jpg US en Wells Fargo has abandoned certain Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policies mandated by the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Tennessee and 17 states announced today the conclusion of their investigation into Wells Fargo & Company. The coalition is led by Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti. Led by Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti, Tennessee and 17 states announced today the conclusion of their investigation into Wells Fargo & Company following the company's decision to abandon certain ...[+2053 chars] 2025-03-31T14:21:33 US demands answers from Danish companies on diversity policy Open In The Local App https://www.thelocal.dk/20250331/us-demands-answers-from-danish-companies-on-diversity-policy https://assets.thelocal.com/cdn-cgi/rs:fit:1200/quality:75/plain/https://apiwp.thelocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/watermarks-logo-20240503-160739-L-1920x1280web.jpeg@webp DK en The US Embassy asked some Danish companies to confirm they do not have any pro-diversity policies. The executive order signed by President Donald Trump bans DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) policies at workplaces. The Confederation of Danish Industry (DI) also confirmed the existence of the letter. Several Danish companies have received a letter from the US Embassy demanding that they sign a statement confirming they do not have any pro-diversity policies which potentially clash with a recently-...[+1537 chars] 2025-03-31T14:06:08 Environment Minister grants 'limited' emissions exemptions to eight Eskom power plants Mthobisi Nozulela https://www.iol.co.za/business/environment-minister-grants-limited-emissions-exemptions-to-eight-eskom-power-plants-ed9fa84d-e7ac-453c-b7a3-886a66e909f2 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Minister-Dion-George-announces-emissions-exemptions-for-Eskom-to-address-South-Africa-s-energy-crisis?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/37558622f67841879b67d3986064704d54883770/1024&operation=CROP&offset=87x0&resize=850x478 ZA en Minister of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries, Dion George, has confirmed granting 'limited emissions exemptions' to eight Eskom coal power plants. George made the announcement during a press briefing on Monday. The exemptions for Kendal, Lethabo, Majuba, Medupi, Matimba, and Tutuka power stations are capped at five years, expiring on April 1, 2030. Duvha and Matla power stations will be exempt from emissions standards until their planned closure dates of February 21, 2034 and July 2034 respectively. In a significant move aimed at addressing South Africa's ongoing load-shedding crisis, Minister of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries, Dion George, has confirmed granting 'limited emissions exemption...[+2406 chars] 2025-03-31T14:01:00 Total voting rights Mar. 31, 2025 14:01 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6072939 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en There are 80,832,961 ordinary shares of 20p each in the capital of the Company in issue as at March 31, 2025. Each ordinary share carries the right to one vote. The figure may be used by shareholders to determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to, the share capital. For the purposes of the Financial Conduct Authority's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, the total number of ordinary shares of 20p each in the capital of the Company in issue as at March 31,...[+1281 chars] 2025-03-31T14:00:00 Notification of Share Transaction Mar. 31, 2025 14:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6072944 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Oliver Gardey bought 1,721 ordinary shares in ICG Enterprise Trust plc on 28 March 2025 at a price of 1270 pence per share. He and his connected persons now hold 68,690 ordinary shares, which is 0.108% of the ordinary share capital of the Company. "ICG Enterprise Trust plc (the 'Company') 31 March 2025 Notification of Share Transaction The Company has received notification that on 28 March 2025, Oliver Gardey, Head of Private Equity Fund Investm...[+507 chars]" 2025-03-31T13:37:21 Essex Property Trust (ESS): Among the Best Dividend Aristocrat Stocks with Over 3% Yield Vardah Gill https://finance.yahoo.com/news/essex-property-trust-ess-among-133721360.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/6_P__Bjf40O9T3rskNRnPQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/cbda51c3570c1a969a4e88ded9396375 US en Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) is a real estate investment trust that invests in apartments in high-demand coastal markets. The company has raised its dividends for 25 consecutive years. Dividends have been an important part of the overall market return for a very long time. The recent market sell-off has restored the importance of dividend stocks. We recently published a list of the 15 Best Dividend Aristocrat Stocks with Over 3% Yield. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) stands against ot...[+6123 chars] 2025-03-31T13:36:49 Consolidated Edison (ED): One of the Best Dividend Aristocrat Stocks with Over 3% Yield Vardah Gill https://finance.yahoo.com/news/consolidated-edison-ed-one-best-133649715.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/MgT8Z1XN6s0m3Aq5ZaoqQQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/aa46c4b4a5c2dbd1d815183af8252893 US en Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE:ED) is one of the best dividend aristocrats with a high yield. Dividends have been an important part of the overall market return for a very long time. The recent market sell-off has restored their importance. Insider Monkey is obsessed with hedge funds. We recently published a list of the 15 Best Dividend Aristocrat Stocks with Over 3% Yield. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE:ED) stands against othe...[+6420 chars] 2025-03-31T13:36:25 Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Announce Strategic Alliance to Enhance Supply Chain Risk Assessment with diginexLUMEN https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/diginex-ltd-hong-kong-mark-blick-united-kingdom-hong-kong-transportation-and-shipping-22990612e15c92ba1595c8c6149e70cf https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Global announce a strategic alliance. Diginex will bring its supply chain due diligence platform, diginexLUMEN, to Forvis's client base. The collaboration aims to empower businesses to assess and manage supply chain risks related to climate and social issues. LONDON, UK - Media OutReach Newswire - 31 March 2025 – Diginex Limited ('Diginex' or the 'Company')(Nasdaq: DGNX), a leading impact technology company focused on solving pressing environmental, social...[+5552 chars] 2025-03-31T13:35:00 Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Announce Strategic Alliance to Enhance Supply Chain Risk Assessment with diginexLUMEN Media Out Reach Newswire https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-mediaoutreachnewswire/media-outreach/2025/03/31/1152249/diginex-limited-and-forvis-mazars-announce-strategic-alliance-to-enhance-supply-chain-risk-assessment-with-diginexlumen https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/Thumb/390x205/614238/614238-diginex-logo-png-390x205.png HK en Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Global announce a strategic alliance. Diginex will bring its supply chain due diligence platform, diginexLUMEN, to Forvis's extensive client base. The collaboration aims to empower businesses to assess and manage supply chain risks related to climate and social issues. "LONDON, UK – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2025 – Diginex Limited ('Diginex' or the 'Company')(Nasdaq: DGNX) , a leading impact technology company focused on solving pressing environmental, socia...[+7659 chars]" 2025-03-31T13:32:58 Solitario CEO to Present at the Mining Forum Europe https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/europe-mergers-and-acquisitions-business-ownership-e801d262341a2045441130ac16bfe7d4 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/b22ea9f/2147483647/strip/true/crop/311x175+228+0/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F0b%2F41%2Fffba644eb7e9e64cdb69c068f5ce%2Fd34dfff54d200adddafdcef12f0bf322 US en Solitario Resources Corp. is a natural resource exploration company focused on high-quality Tier-1 gold and zinc exploration projects. Chris Herald will provide a live webcast presentation at the Mining Forum Europe on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 12:50 pm CEST in Zurich, Switzerland. Mr. Herald will review Solitario's 2024 maiden drilling program on its Golden Crest Gold property in South Dakota and its planned 2025 drilling program. DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / March 31, 2025 / Solitario Resources Corp. ('Solitario') (NYSE American:XPL)(TSX:SLR) is pleased to report President and CEO Chris Herald will provide a live webcast pre...[+2105 chars] 2025-03-31T13:25:47 Digi Power X Reports Record 2024 Financial Results With 42% Revenue Growth and 228% EBITDA Turnaround Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/Digi_Power_X_Reports_Record_2024_Financial_Results_With_42_R_1 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/[] US en Digi Power X Inc. is an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge data centers. The company is listed on the Nasdaq and the TSXV. For confidential support call the company on 1-800-273-8255 or visit its website. MIAMI, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digi Power X Inc. ('Digi Power X' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGXX / TSXV: DGX), an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge data ce...[+38 chars] 2025-03-31T13:25:47 Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Announce Strategic Alliance to Enhance Supply Chain Risk Assessment with diginexLUMEN Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/Diginex_Limited_and_Forvis_Mazars_Announce_Strategic_Allianc_f https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/[] US en Diginex is a leading impact technology company focused on solving pressing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges. Its shares are traded on the Nasdaq: DGNX. For more information, visit the company's website: www.diginex.com LONDON, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ: DGNX), a leading impact technology company focused on solving pressing environmental, social, a...[+31 chars] 2025-03-31T13:01:44 Carolyn Linnevers: 'A more diverse board offers a broader perspective' https://delano.lu/article/carolyn-linnevers-a-more-diverse-board-offers-strategic-opportunities-1 https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/carolyn-linnevers-a-more-diverse-board-offers-strategic-opportunities-1/0.5/0.5/600/400/706527.jpg LU en Carolyn Linnevers is Deputy CEO at LuxCSD since 2014. She is also a member of the ABBL sustainability committee, the LuxCMA sustainable finance working group and the Female Board Pool Luxembourg. She has previously held positions as a volunteer board member of two ASBLs in Luxembourg. One was all female and the other had a majority male board. "Deputy CEO at LuxCSD since 2014, , aged 61, is also a member of the ABBL sustainability committee as well as the LuxCMA sustainable finance working group and the Female Board Pool Luxembourg. Paperjam...[+2933 chars]" 2025-03-31T13:01:44 Camilla Lindberg: 'Diversity still a ‘paper tiger' in some companies' https://delano.lu/article/camilla-lindberg-diversity-still-a-paper-tiger-in-some-companies https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/camilla-lindberg-diversity-still-a-paper-tiger-in-some-companies/0.5/0.5/600/400/713954.jpg LU en Camilla Lindberg is a director of Lindberg Consulting and chairwoman of Carnegie Investment Fund. She believes gender equality is improving within boards of directors. She dislikes quotas for women on boards as they are bad for women and their contribution to business. Her advice to young women considering joining a board is to work hard and build a strong network. Director of Lindberg Consulting, Camilla Lindberg has an expertise in investment funds and the related governance and oversight of delegated functions. She has several mandates: for Dcap SCA, Antiloop...[+2712 chars] 2025-03-31T13:00:02 ‘Game over' for ESG investing due to Trump backlash? Analysts say no Greg Iacurci https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/game-over-for-esg-investing-due-to-trump-backlash-analysts-say-no/ar-AA1BZTRh US en "Investors pulled money from so-called ESG funds in recent years due to political backlash, high interest rates and other headwinds. But analysts say the outlook and long-term investment thesis for the fund category is favorable. President Donald Trump's agenda ""isn't 'game over' for ESG investing,"" says Diana Iovanel, a senior markets economist at Capital Economics." "Investors have pulled money from so-called ESG funds in recent years, amid political backlash, high interest rates and other headwinds. But analysts say the outlook and long-term investment thesis for...[+6182 chars]" 2025-03-31T13:00:00 FINAL REMINDER TGT DEADLINE: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Alerts Target Corporation Investors to Participate in the Class Action Lawsuit PRESS RELEASE ACCESS NEWSWIRE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/final-reminder-tgt-deadline-bronstein-gewirtz-grossman-llc-alerts-target-corporation-investors-to-participate-in-the-class-action-lawsuit-1034530965 https://app.accessnewswire.com/imagelibrary/c42656b2-bf92-4735-8ed9-f63a72253abf/978713/image.png US en Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a law firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. A class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) and certain of its officers. The lawsuit seeks to recover damages for alleged violations of the federal securities laws between March 9, 2022 and November 19, 2024. NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 31, 2025 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Cor...[+2931 chars] 2025-03-31T12:58:29 Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Announce Strategic Alliance to Enhance Supply Chain Risk Enid News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/Diginex_Limited_and_Forvis_Mazars_Announce_Strategic_Allianc https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/[] US en Diginex is a company based in London, UK. It was established on March 31, 2025 and has a shareholding in Diginex Limited (the 'Company' or the 'Dignitex Limited'). For confidential support, call the company on 08457 90 90 90 or visit its website. LONDON, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') 2025-03-31T12:50:23 DFFE grants limited exemptions to Eskom's application to skirt pollution regulations Theolin Tembo https://www.iol.co.za/news/energy/dffe-grants-limited-exemptions-to-eskoms-application-to-skirt-pollution-regulations-43374784-8a93-4bd4-a82c-62f1dd4b1809 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Steam-rises-from-the-cooling-towers-of-the-Matla-power-station-a-coal-fired-power-plant-operated-by-Eskom-in-Mpumalanga?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/f5ab69d9ab9e6a7a38a0aa80a8170dab47b8df2b/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x183&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Eskom's application for exemptions from minimum emission standards for eight of its coal-fired power stations has been granted. Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Dr Dion George, announced his decision on the application at a media briefing at Parliament on Monday. Eskom's applications sought relief from the Minimum Emission Standards established under Section 21 of the Act. Eskom's application for exemptions from minimum emission standards for eight of its coal-fired power stations—Duvha, Kendal, Lethabo, Majuba, Matimba, Matla, Medupi, and Tutuka — has been granted, but...[+5881 chars] 2025-03-31T12:09:25 Danish companies face DEI-pressure from American demands Jesper Skeel https://cphpost.dk/2025-03-31/news/round-up/danish-companies-face-dei-pressure-from-american-demands https://cphpost.dk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CPHpost_Circle_Turquoise_XL_RGB_background.png DK en Danish companies have to sign a declaration that they do not have special rules that benefit minorities. All suppliers to the US State Department must confirm that they don't have diversity programs that violate US anti-discrimination laws. US embassy writes to Danish companies to confirm this. Danish companies have – like companies in other countries – been required by the US to sign a declaration stating that they do not have special rules that benefit minorities.'All suppliers to the US S...[+141 chars] 2025-03-31T12:00:19 UK oil firm admits ‘cultural failings' after it withheld figures from auditors The Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/UK_oil_firm_admits_cultural_failings_after_it_withheld_figur https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/[] US en "John Wood Group's financial results need to be restated. A review found 'cultural failings' led to information being withheld from its auditors. The FTSE 250-listed company said there were ""material weaknesses and failures in the group's financial culture""." The UK oil services company John Wood Group has admitted that its financial results need to be restated, after a review found 'cultural failings' led to information being withheld from its auditors.Th...[+104 chars] 2025-03-31T11:44:30 Marshall celebrates Wells Fargo dropping sustainability targets Wesley Walter https://www.alreporter.com/2025/03/31/marshall-celebrates-wells-fargo-dropping-sustainability-targets https://www.alreporter.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/10012021-17-1024x576.jpg US en Wells Fargo has withdrawn from The Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a group of global banks committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall's office celebrated the company's decision as a victory against environmental social governance policies. "Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Last week, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall championed Wells Fargo and Company's withdrawal from its sustainability goals set forth by The Net-Zero Ba...[+3422 chars]" 2025-03-31T11:37:22 Silver X Mining Announces Grant of Incentive Stock Options and Restricted Share Units ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/silver-x-mining-announces-grant-of-incentive-stock-options-and-restricted-share-units/article_26388857-6145-5705-8ef1-ffc072ac7467.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Silver X Mining Corp. has granted 450,000 restricted share units with a term of 1 year and 700,000 stock options to directors and officers of the Company. Each stock option will have an exercise price of C$0.17 and will have a 5-year term. The grant is subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 31, 2025 / SILVER X MINING CORP. (TSXV:AGX)(OTCQB:AGXPF)(F:AGX) (""Silver X"" or the ""Company"") announces that it has granted 450,000 restricted share units with ...[+382 chars]" 2025-03-31T11:35:59 Silver X Mining Announces Grant of Incentive Stock Options and Restricted Share Units José M. García https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/susan-xu-0cbb8eb7fda0569e25d9a35bb4496b9e https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/29d0cd9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/148x83+115+0/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2Fc3%2F32%2F362c1d112e30452af5953e0f5429%2Fee91dacee7a580c39fdd4f05506a8cd0 US en Silver X Mining Corp. has granted 450,000 restricted share units with a term of 1 year and 700,000 stock options to directors and officers of the Company in accordance with the Company's incentive plan dated August 9, 2024. The grant of the stock options is subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval. The Company owns the 20,472-hectare Nueva Recuperada Silver Project in Central Peru and produces silver, gold, lead and zinc from its Tangana Mining Unit. VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 31, 2025 / SILVER X MINING CORP. (TSXV:AGX)(OTCQB:AGXPF)(F:AGX) ('Silver X' or the 'Company') announces that it has granted 450,000 restricted share units with ...[+1496 chars] 2025-03-31T11:33:15 Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Announce Strategic Alliance to Enhance Supply Chain Risk ... Diginex Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/diginex-limited-and-forvis-mazars-announce-strategic-alliance-to-enhance-supply-chain-risk/article_25d3a7a0-532e-500e-9c40-bf21f986cc29.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diginex and Forvis Mazars announce a strategic alliance to bring Diginex's supply chain due diligence platform, diginexLUMEN, to Forvis's client base. The collaboration aims to empower businesses to assess and manage supply chain risks related to climate and social issues. LONDON, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ: DGNX), a leading impact technology company focused on solving pressing environmental, social, a...[+1157 chars] 2025-03-31T11:30:00 Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars Announce Strategic Alliance to Enhance Supply Chain Risk Assessment with diginexLUMEN Diginex Limited https://finance.yahoo.com/news/diginex-limited-forvis-mazars-announce-113000673.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PTrh9Oh9v6TMvOwuNqk9Sw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0yNzI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/24fe28edf37817803b5153c2ae9b9174 US en Diginex Limited and Forvis Mazars announce a strategic alliance. Diginex will bring its supply chain due diligence platform, diginexLUMEN, to Forvis's client base. The collaboration aims to empower businesses to assess and manage supply chain risks related to climate and social issues. LONDON, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ: DGNX), a leading impact technology company focused on solving pressing environmental, social, a...[+6436 chars] 2025-03-31T11:23:12 Coway, Kolmar Holdings to decide on shareholder proposals 김소장의 부동산 개발 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/009/0005467911 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/009/2025/03/31/0005467911_001_20250331112312977.jpg?type=w800 KR en Coway and Kolmar Holdings are holding their annual general meetings on Monday. Key shareholder proposals, including cumulative voting and board appointments, will be decided. Other companies scheduled to hold their AGMs are Fila Holdings, Youngone Corporation, Grand Korea Leisure (GKL), and APR. "Coway and Kolmar Holdings are holding their annual general meetings on Monday, where key shareholder proposals—including cumulative voting and board appointments—will be decided. Shareholder activism ...[+1575 chars]" 2025-03-31T10:19:01 NEITI plans review of $6.03bn divestments by IOCs PM News https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4225469/neiti-plans-review-of-603bn-divestments-by-iocs.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en NEITI will strengthen collaborations with the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) to ensure full disclosure of financial, social, and environmental aspects of divestments, he said. He said NEITI would strengthen collaborations with the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) to ensure full disclosu...[+66 chars] 2025-03-31T10:00:00 Global Engine Group Holding Limited Announces Extraordinary General Meeting Results and Approval of Dual-Class Share Structure https://finance.yahoo.com/news/global-engine-group-holding-limited-100000091.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/5500b6ef7551c0c0ba27c6c6b57c2c64 US en Global Engine Group Holding Limited (Nasdaq: GLE) is a Hong Kong-headquartered integrated solutions provider in information communication technologies. At the EGM, shareholders of the Company approved the proposals to re-classify shares into a dual-class share structure and repurchase shares from Valuable Fortune Limited in exchange for the issuance of 4,640,000 Class B Ordinary Shares. HONG KONG, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Engine Group Holding Limited (Nasdaq: GLE) (the 'Company' or 'GLE'), a Hong Kong-headquartered integrated solutions provider in information communi...[+4445 chars] 2025-03-31T10:00:00 Yukon's booming capital girds for trade war Jeffrey Jones https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-yukons-booming-capital-girds-for-trade-war https://www.theglobeandmail.com/resizer/v2/DT2BAZZY3RFHVIH45LDR2ONOKU.jpg?auth=1eeee51cd6d6dc4ba245a691e6ff9bead40aeaf0bbb767c0c890f9b677bd6620&width=1200&height=800&quality=80&smart=true CA en ESG and Sustainable Finance Reporter Whitehorse is the reporter for ESSG and SFSF. He reports from Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch or click here. "ESG and Sustainable Finance Reporter Whitehorse to view this content." 2025-03-31T09:49:54 EPA to determine whether oil spill cost should be assessed in Longtail EIA- ExxonMobil Davina Bagot https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/03/31/epa-to-determine-whether-oil-spill-cost-should-be-assessed-in-longtail-eia-exxonmobil https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/03/Leonora-150x150.jpg GY en Guyana has never done a financial assessment of what an oil spill could cost the country and the Caribbean region. ExxonMobil Guyana Limited is planning an oil project in the Stabroek Block. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is tasked with deciding whether such an assessment is required. The company has a US$600M oil spill insurance in place per event. Kaieteur News- The question of adequacy when it comes to oil spill insurance and guarantees have often been a subject of debate here. This is so as the country has never conducted or ordered a financi...[+4450 chars] 2025-03-31T08:45:01 Revenue-generating agencies owe FG N9.3tnNEITI Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4225285/revenuegenerating-agencies-owe-fg-n93tn-neiti.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has revealed that revenue-generating agencies owe the government a total sum of N9.3tn in unremitted liabilities. It said this amounng that this is due to the extraction of natural resources. The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has revealed that revenue-generating agencies currently owe the government a total sum of N9.3tn in unremitted liabilities. It said this amoun...[+34 chars] 2025-03-31T08:44:00 Tokyo exchange to mandate English disclosure to lure overseas investors TAMAYO MUTO https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Markets/Tokyo-exchange-to-mandate-English-disclosure-to-lure-overseas-investors https://www.ft.com/__origami/service/image/v2/images/raw/https%3A%2F%2Fcms-image-bucket-production-ap-northeast-1-a7d2.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages%2F6%2F3%2F0%2F3%2F49253036-1-eng-GB%2Fphoto_SXM2024051000009458.jpg?width=1260&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=630 JP en The Tokyo Stock Exchange will require companies listed on its Prime section to disclose key financial information both in Japanese and English starting Tuesday. The move is aimed at creating a level playing-field between domestic and overseas investors. The rule also applies to information that may have a material effect on investment decisions. TOKYO -- The Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) will require companies listed on its top-tier Prime section of the market to disclose key financial information both in Japanese and English, starting Tuesday, ...[+425 chars] 2025-03-31T08:30:10 Trump Campaign Against ESG Hits Emerging-Market Green Funding Selcuk Gokoluk https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/trump-campaign-against-esg-hits-emerging-market-green-funding/ar-AA1BZ7mz US en The backlash in the US on climate issues is hitting the ability of emerging markets to raise funds for environmental projects. Sales of green bonds have fallen by about a third in 2025 to $8 billion, the slowest start to a year since 2020. The development follows the US exiting from the Paris Agreement on climate targets and from a leading role in an energy transition partnership. "(Bloomberg) -- The backlash in the US on climate issues is hitting the ability of many emerging markets to raise funds for environmental projects. Their sales of green bonds have fallen by about a thi...[+4304 chars]" 2025-03-31T08:30:00 SaxonAir wins Sustainable Workplace of the Year award Adam Pescod https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/25045684.saxonair-wins-sustainable-workplace-year-award https://www.edp24.co.uk/resources/images/19262301.jpg?type=og-image&xType=0&yType=56 GB en SaxonAir has installed a solar panel array of 764 panels generating 263.47MWh of clean energy and created a dedicated solar port to charge its fully electric aircraft. Harwich Haven Authority is one of the UK's largest trust ports, operating across Essex and Suffolk. Indigo Swan is an award-winning energy consultancy based in the heart of Norwich. Denny Bros is an employee-owned printing company headquartered in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Shred Station provides eco-friendly destruction and waste management services. "Based in Norwich, Norfolk, SaxonAir offers a range of aviation services including aircraft charter, maintenance and flight training. Founded in 2007, the company has grown to become a key player in th...[+3681 chars]" 2025-03-31T08:30:00 Aviation company wins Sustainable Workplace of the Year award Adam Pescod https://www.eadt.co.uk/news/25045684.saxonair-wins-sustainable-workplace-year-award https://www.eadt.co.uk/resources/images/19262301.jpg?type=og-image&xType=0&yType=56 GB en SaxonAir has installed a solar panel array of 764 panels generating 263.47MWh of clean energy and created a dedicated solar port to charge its fully electric aircraft. Harwich Haven Authority is one of the UK's largest trust ports, operating across Essex and Suffolk. Denny Bros has reduced its carbon footprint by 65% in less than 15 years. Shred Station provides eco-friendly destruction and waste management services. "Based in Norwich, Norfolk, SaxonAir offers a range of aviation services including aircraft charter, maintenance and flight training. Founded in 2007, the company has grown to become a key player in th...[+3762 chars]" 2025-03-31T08:26:06 Aston Martin to sell F1 team stake as billionaire Stroll invests more cash Henry Saker-Clark https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/aston-martin-lance-stroll-formula-one-shares-david-davies-b1219770.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/03/31/09/4282313dd28795448fb735de97608c0bY29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQzNDkyMjcx-2.78021926.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en Mr Stroll is also the executive chairman of Aston Martin. Mr Stroll wants to increase his long-term ownership in the company. He wants to reduce equity dilution via the premium subscription and reassure shareholders. .   . Mr Stroll, who is also executive chairman of Aston Martin, said: 'This proposed investment further underscores my conviction in this extraordinary brand, and commitment to ensuring Aston Martin has th...[+223 chars] 2025-03-31T07:41:19 Hanwha Chairman Kim Seung-youn Transfers 11.32% Stake in Hanwha Corp. to 3 Sons Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=238754 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202503/238754_242150_283_v150.jpg KR en Kim Seung-youn transferred 11.32% of his 22.65% stake in Hanwha Corp. to his three sons. Vice Chairman Kim Dong-kwan received a 4.86% stake, while President Kim Dong-won got 5.37% and Vice President Kim dong-sun got 3.23%. The three sons now hold a combined 42.67% stake. On March 31, Hanwha Corp. announced a significant shift in its ownership structure as Kim Seung-youn, chairman of Hanwha Group, transferred 11.32% of his 22.65% stake in the company to his three sons....[+1972 chars] 2025-03-31T06:57:46 Ordinary and Extraordinary General Meeting of 30 April 2025 (WDP - Warehouses De Pauw Comm VA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/Ordinary_and_Extraordinary_General_Meeting_of_30_April_2025_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ilGLUbqGSBY/0.jpg US en The shareholders of WDP NV/SA are invited to the Ordinary and Extraordinary General Meeting on 30 April 2025, at 07:00 AM CESTRE. (http://www.census.com/news/index.html?newslink=WDPNV/SA). )PRESS RELEASE31 March 2025, 07:00 AM CESTRegulated InformationOrdinary and Extraordinary General Meeting of 30 April 2025The shareholders of WDP NV/SA are invited to the Ordinary and Extraordinary Ge...[+40 chars] 2025-03-31T06:44:27 Hanwha Group Chairman Kim Seung-yeon donated 11.32%, or half of his 22.65% stake in Hanwha Co., Ltd... unwritten https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11278447 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/31/news-p.v1.20250331.a88ef2b5a8134ba286ed0af9c07911ab_P1.png KR en Chairman Kim Seung-yeon donated 11.32% of his 22.65% stake in Hanwha Co., Ltd. to his three sons. Vice Chairman Kim Dong-kwan, President Kim Dong Won, and Vice President Kim Dong-sun have a stake of 4.86%, 3.23%, and 3.3%, respectively. The three sons have a 100% share in the company's energy division. The transfer of the shares will bring their stake to 42.67%. "사진 확대 Hanwha Group Chairman Kim Seung-yeon. [Photo by = Hanwha Group] Hanwha Group Chairman Kim Seung-yeon donated 11.32%, or half of his 22.65% stake in Hanwha Co., Ltd., to his three sons. Hanwha Co...[+657 chars]" 2025-03-31T06:42:58 Sustainability ‘makes business sense' say advocates as EU rules stall Tracy Heindrichs https://www.luxtimes.lu/businessandfinance/sustainability-makes-business-sense-say-advocates-as-eu-rules-stall/51946233.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/c799kr-deforestation.jpg/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/deforestation.jpg LU en The European Commission adopted its first draft of the'simplification omnibus package', a package aimed to cut red tape and simplify EU rules for sustainable reporting and due diligence. Luxembourg lawmakers were told to hold off to implement the rules until they are final by the prime minister. The scope of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) has been reduced by 80%. SMEs with more than 1,000 employees and a €50 million turnover will only have to report. The packages also delay reporting deadlines until 2028. At the end of February, the European Commission adopted its first draft of the 'simplification omnibus package', a package aimed to cut red tape and simplify EU rules for sustainable reporting and due...[+6093 chars] 2025-03-31T05:51:00 Decisions Adopted at the Shareholders' Meeting of March 28, 2025 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/decisions-adopted-shareholders-meeting-march-055100458.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/e8cafca3c864cd1d6b9d7e5819c8e320 US en The General Shareholders' Meeting of Ecopetrol was held on March 28, 2025. The agenda for the meeting was approved. Mr. Guillermo García Realpe, Chair of the Board of Directors, was appointed as the chair of the Meeting. The election of the statutory auditor for the 2025–2029 period and approval of their fees were also approved. The report on the development and compliance with the Code of Good Governance was presented by the President of the Company and approved by the shareholders. BOGOTA, Colombia, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) informs that during the ordinary General Shareholders' Meeting held on March 28, 2025, which was duly convene...[+10523 chars] 2025-03-31T04:48:00 여수시도시관리공단, ESG 경영 슬로건 공모 http://breaknews.com/1104925 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2025033153504795.jpg KR en "ESG is an e-sig (ESG) that is used to create a game. It is used in games such as ""EsG"" and ""E.S.G"". It is also used in the game ""ESG"" as well. " "여수시도시관리공단은 올해 ESG(환경·사회·지배구조) 경영 활성화를 위한 ESG 경영 슬로건을 공모한다고 31일 밝혔다. 공단에 따르면 이번 공모전은 다음달 14일까지 2주간 진행되며 여수시도시관리공단의 ESG 경영실현에 대한 역할·의지 및 ESG 가치의 중요성을 효과적으로 전달할 수 있는 슬로건을 20자 내외로 기술하면 된다. 이어 공단 인스타그램과 페이...[+2036 chars]" 2025-03-31T04:42:15 Berentzen-Gruppe (ETR:BEZ) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At €0.11 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/berentzen-gruppe-etr-bez-pay-044215215.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/41c04e165bbdebaea416f343d1fc2275 US en Berentzen-Gruppe Aktiengesellschaft's (ETR:BEZ) periodic dividend will be increasing on the 28th of May to €0.11. This is 22% more than the previous year's payment. The yield is 2.1%, which is below the industry average. The company is unprofitable despite paying a dividend, and it is paying out 155% of its free cash flow. Over the past five years, the company's EPS has declined by 43% a year. Berentzen-Gruppe Aktiengesellschaft's (ETR:BEZ) periodic dividend will be increasing on the 28th of May to €0.11, with investors receiving 22% more than last year's €0.09. Although the dividend is now...[+3351 chars] 2025-03-31T04:41:36 The introduction of the intensive voting system proposed by Korea's leading activist fund Alliance P.. An Excellent Citizen https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11278284 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/31/news-p.v1.20250331.75f1d53f4b2b40708983373eeb7c9f18_P1.png KR en 46.5% of shareholders in attendance rejected the intensive voting system proposed by Korea's leading activist fund Alliance Partners to Coway. Align Partners positively evaluated Coway's introduction of the target capital structure policy and improvement of the shareholder return policy after the shareholder proposal. Netmarble is the largest shareholder of Coway and is not sufficiently represented within the board. "46.5% of shareholders in attendance rejected ""confirming the desire to improve governance is positive."" 사진 확대 Lee Chang-hwan, CEO of Align Partners. [Aline Partners] The introduction of the intensive ...[+2894 chars]" 2025-03-31T04:29:16 NGX: Investors raise concerns over MRS delisting plans Chukwuma Umeorah https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4224851/ngx-investors-raise-concerns-over-mrs-delisting-plans.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en MRS Oil Nigeria Plc will voluntarily delist from the Nigerian Exchange Limited on March 28, 2025. Shareholders are concerned about the impact on liquidity, share valuation, investor confidence and the broader implications for Nigerias capital market as a result of the delisting. By Chukwuma Umeorah The decision by MRS Oil Nigeria Plc to voluntarily delist from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has elicited mixed reactions among shareholder groups and raised questions about ...[+279 chars] 2025-03-31T04:20:16 Sage Grey Deepens Commitment to Drive Financial Solutions Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4224711/sage-grey-deepens-commitment-to-drive-financial-solutions.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, reaffirm their commitment to driving financial inclusion, SME growth and technological innovation through strategic partnerships and partnerships. Emma Okonji is the CEO of Sage Grey Finance Ltd. and Sage Grey Tech Ltd. Emma Okonji Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have reaffirmed their commitment to driving financial inclusion, SME growth and technological innovation through s...[+25 chars] 2025-03-31T04:09:41 Investments, Securities Act will build resilient capital marketSEC DG Daily Trust https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4224528/investments-securities-act-will-build-resilient-capital-market-sec-dg.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en President Bola Tinubus has signed the Investments and Securities Bill 2025 into law. The bill repeals the Investment and Securities Act No. 29 of 1999. The SEC Director General Dr Emomoitimi Agama said the bill reflects a commitment to building a dynamic, inclusive, and resilient capital market. President Bola Tinubus assent to the Investments and Securities Bill (ISB) 2025 reflects a commitment to building a dynamic, inclusive, and resilient capital market, the Director General of the Securi...[+192 chars] 2025-03-31T04:00:04 Vanessa Grüneklee: 'Seek mentorship from those experienced in such roles' https://delano.lu/article/vanessa-gruneklee-seek-mentorship-from-those-experienced https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/vanessa-gruneklee-seek-mentorship-from-those-experienced/0.5/0.5/600/400/713936.jpg LU en Vanessa Roger Grüneklee is a director at Schroders. She is the only female independent board member. She believes that gender equality is improving within boards of directors. She encourages young women to seek mentorship from experienced women in such roles. is conducting officer for marketing, distribution and branch oversight as well as director. She began her studies in 1995 at the Otto Beisheim School of Management, where she obtained a degree in busi...[+3804 chars] 2025-03-31T03:31:10 Is Inghams Group Limited's (ASX:ING) ROE Of 38% Impressive? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/inghams-group-limiteds-asx-ing-033110253.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/1755b5a339fe0d610102dcc34fddba34 US en Inghams Group Limited (ASX:ING) has a high Return On Equity (ROE) of 38%, based on the trailing twelve months to December 2024. ROE is the amount earned after tax from continuing operations divided by the number of shareholders' equity. It is useful for comparing the ROE of a company to the average for its industry. Inghams has a higher ROE than the industry average. Its high level of debt also raises the risk of it being a risky investment. Simply Wall St. has a free report on analyst forecasts for the company. While some investors are already well versed in financial metrics (hat tip), this article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE) and why it is important. To keep the lesson ...[+4001 chars] 2025-03-31T03:10:00 Small Biz Guide: Sustainability Reporting Rules Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/small-biz-guide-sustainability-reporting-rules-1435618 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1486406146926-c627a92ad1ab%3Fixid%3DMnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D750%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en ASIC is reminding small businesses to learn more about Australia's new mandatory sustainability reporting requirements. The new rules require large businesses and financial institutions to disclose information each year about their financial risks, opportunities, plans and strategies associated with climate change to their investors and lenders. Small businesses form part of the value chain of larger businesses and may need to engage with climate reporting considerations over time. ASIC is reminding small businesses to learn more about how they can be best prepared under Australia's new mandatory sustainability reporting requirements, even if it may not apply to them directly. W...[+2923 chars] 2025-03-31T03:07:29 華夏基金8只REITs同時發佈ESG年度報告 新浪網 https://portal.sina.com.hk/news-china/sina/2025/03/31/1151656/%E8%8F%AF%E5%A4%8F%E5%9F%BA%E9%87%918%E5%8F%AAreits%E5%90%8C%E6%99%82%E7%99%BC%E4%BD%88esg%E5%B9%B4%E5%BA%A6%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A http://n.sinaimg.cn/sinakd20250331s/271/w2048h1423/20250331/2c1c-2eb64cd2bcd20a217489d112abe9c773.jpg HK en 2025-3-31 is the anniversary of the REIT Act. The REITs are a group of real estate investment trusts (REITs) that are traded on the NYSE and the Nasdaq. They are listed on the ETSG website. "2025年3月31日華夏基金旗下管理的華夏越秀高速REIT、華夏北京保障房REIT、華夏基金華潤有巢REIT、華夏合肥高新REIT、華夏和達高科REIT、華夏金茂商業REIT、華夏華潤商業REIT、華夏特變電工新能源REIT共8只公募REITs同時發佈2024年度環境、社會及治理（ESG）報告，全面展示其在綠色運營、社會責任及公司治理領域的實踐成果。 這是境內首次由同一基金管理人推動多隻REITs...[+2587 chars]" 2025-03-31T02:55:23 The Swedish city fined for missing an environmental target BBC News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/The_Swedish_city_fined_for_missing_an_environmental_target https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/[] US en Gothenburg has to pay a financial penalty if it misses certain annual sustainability goals, as it has to do with Gothenburg's financial resources.    yer can find out more at gothenburg.org. Gothenburg has to pay a financial penalty if it misses certain annual sustainability goals. 2025-03-31T02:30:04 Disney In Crosshairs Of Trump Administration As FCC Opens Investigation Into DEI Practices: Retail's Bearish Stocktwits Inc https://newsable.asianetnews.com/markets/disney-in-crosshairs-of-trump-administration-as-fcc-opens-investigation-into-dei-practices-retail-s-bearish-styuy4 https://static-gi.asianetnews.com/images/external/image-f7e97862-8520-43d8-a442-19140c55c28e_363x203xt.jpg IN en Brendan Carr, FCC Chair, wants to investigate Disney and ABC for promoting 'invidious forms of diversity, equity and inclusion' discrimination. Disney was under the scanner of the Florida state's scanner over the 'Don't Say Gay' bill. Disney ended Friday's session down 2.37% to $98.07. Disney stock has lost about 12% year-to-date. Entertainment giant Walt Disney Co. (DIS), which was under the scanner of the Florida state's scanner over the 'Don't Say Gay' bill, is once again in the spotlight as Federal Communications Chair (FCC...[+2272 chars] 2025-03-31T01:41:17 TPIsoftware and GGI Technology Join Hands to Revolutionize Nam Cau Kien Industrial Park with ESG Solutions, Advancing Smart, Sustainable Industrial Development in Vietnam Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/31/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/tpisoftware-and-ggi-technology-join-hands-to-revolutionize-nam-cau-kien-industrial-park-with-esg-solutions-advancing-smart-sustainable-industrial-development-in-vietnam/2082925 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/31/580820.jpg PH en GreenSwift and ElectriSwift are integrated carbon management platforms used in Nam Cau Kien Industrial Park. GGI Technology's mission is to accompany businesses on their journey toward sustainable green transformation, positioning ESG as a strategic foundation for growth. The application of AIoT, artificial intelligence, remote sensing and integrated technologies enables real-time monitoring, operational optimization and ensures truly sustainable development. "As a key component of the sustainable development model, GreenSwift , an integrated carbon management platform, is utilized to automate carbon data collection, analysis, and reporting, ensuring carbon...[+3022 chars]" 2025-03-31T01:39:10 The Swedish city fined for missing an environmental target News Feed Editor https://rocketnews.com/2025/03/the-swedish-city-fined-for-missing-an-environmental-target https://rocketnews.com/bbcx/grey-placeholder.png US en It took the City of Gothenburg a year to negotiate an SLL with six major Nordic banks. The number of SLLs issued globally fell by 56% in 2023. Danish management consultancy Emagine borrowed £10m in 2021. Its binding goals include increasing the number of female leaders in the organisation by 16%, and reducing overall employee turnover by 6%. 2 hours agoShareSaveMaryLou CostaBusiness reporterShareSaveJonas BjornNegotiating an SLL is a rigorous, complex process – one that took the City of Gothenburg a year to do, with no fewer than six majo...[+2421 chars] 2025-03-31T01:26:11 Sage Grey Deepens Commitment to Drive Financial Solutions This Day https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/Sage_Grey_Deepens_Commitment_to_Drive_Financial_Solutions https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/[] US en Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, reaffirm their commitment to driving financial inclusion, SME growth and technological innovation through strategic initiatives. Their goal is to bridge efficiency gaps in Nigeria's digital ecosystem while ensuring businesses and individuals benefit from technology-driven opportunities. Sport | 9 minutes agoEmma OkonjiSage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have reaffirmed their commitment to driving financial inclusion, SME growth and technological ...[+317 chars] 2025-03-31T00:35:59 MRS Oil Announces Exit From Nigerian Echange New Telegraph https://newtelegraphng.com/mrs-oil-announces-exit-from-nigerian-echange https://i0.wp.com/newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/images-28.png?fit=710%2C400&ssl=1 NG en MRS Oil has concluded arrangements for the voluntary delisting of all its issued shares from the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. and admission to the NASD OTC Securities Exchange. The company will set aside the necessary funds to settle dissenting and absentee shareholders who were absent from the EGM or dissented to the Voluntary Delisting. "Share MRS Oil has concluded arrangements for the voluntary delisting of all its issued shares from the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) and subsequent admission to the NASD OTC Securities Exchange. The co...[+1778 chars]" 2025-03-31T00:23:28 Investments, Securities Act will build resilient capital market Class https://dailytrust.com/investments-securities-act-will-build-resilient-capital-market-sec-dg https://dailytrust.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/dr-emomotimi-agama.jpg NG en President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the Investments and Securities Bill (ISB) 2025. The National Assembly had transmitted the bill to the president for his assent on February 18. The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Dr Emomoitimi Agama, said the president's assent reflects a commitment to building a dynamic, inclusive, and resilient capital market. President Bola Tinubu's assent to the Investments and Securities Bill (ISB) 2025 reflects a commitment to building a dynamic, inclusive, and resilient capital market, the Director General of the Secur...[+1246 chars] 2025-03-31T00:22:00 Open letter: Appeal for transparent disclosure on external debt restructuring https://www.ft.lk/opinion/Open-letter-Appeal-for-transparent-disclosure-on-external-debt-restructuring/14-774960 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_5f06a48f49.jpg LK en After successful completion of the debt restructuring, there was no transparent disclosure by State authorities of the outcomes of these bilateral debt restructuring arrangements. Stakeholders are denied an opportunity to assess the accuracy of the levels of concessions obtained from ISBs and Bi-Laterals via external debt restructuring. The Right to Information requests were submitted on 21 January 2025 to the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance, seeking the required public disclosures. CBSL rejected the RTI request. We in society respectfully recognise the committed role you have collectively led to achieve the current state of economic stabilisation and move towards assuring debt sustainability from 2028, once t...[+4862 chars] 2025-03-31T00:16:02 Sage Grey Deepens Commitment to Drive Financial Solutions Sport https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/31/sage-grey-deepens-commitment-to-drive-financial-solutions https://www.thisdaylive.com/wp-content/themes/thisdaylive/library/img/this-day-live-logo.png NG en Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have reaffirmed their commitment to driving financial inclusion, SME growth and technological innovation through strategic partnerships and product development. At a recent press briefing in Lagos, the executives of both companies gave detailed explanations about their ongoing efforts to expand financial access for SMEs, drive technological advancements and contribute to sustainable economic development. "Emma Okonji Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have reaffirmed their commitment to driving financial inclusion, SME growth and technological innovation through s...[+2105 chars]" 2025-03-31T00:00:00 In Annual Letter, BlackRock's Larry Fink Omits Climate Change, DEI, And ESG Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/03/31/in-annual-letter-blackrocks-larry-fink-omits-climate-change-dei-and-esg https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67eae92be48c06f80ec809e8/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en "Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock Inc., has changed his stance on environmental, social and environmental issues in his annual letter to investors. In 2025, he pushes for more energy production and the expansion of nuclear power. In 2024, he uses the term ""energy pragmatism"" instead of ""ESG""." "Larry Fink, chief executive officer of BlackRock Inc., at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, ... More Switzerland, on Friday, Jan. 24, 2025. Photographer: Stefan Wermuth/Bloomberg On March 31, B...[+3984 chars]" 2025-03-31T00:00:00 Redefining Investor Responsibility In An Age Of Systemic Risk Christopher Marquis https://www.forbes.com/sites/christophermarquis/2025/03/31/redefining-investor-responsibility-in-an-age-of-systemic-risk https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e97b623f597f3e92bfee99/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Julianne Zimmerman, Co-CEO at Adasina Social Capital talks about the intersection of social justice and financial systems. Julianne believes there is ample evidence that advancing racial, gender, economic, and climate justice leads to improved corporate innovation and top and bottom-line performance. "The work of Adasina Social Capital focuses on how investors fiduciary duty must account for systemic ... More risks—from inequality to climate—that threaten financial and social stability. Across the ...[+12157 chars]" 2025-03-31T00:00:00 The FCC Opened An Investigation Into Disney's DEI. Is This A Danger To All Creative Brands? Doug Melville https://www.forbes.com/sites/dougmelville/2025/03/31/the-fcc-opened-an-investigation-into-disneys-dei-is-this-a-danger-to-all-creative-brands https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e9ffe57d065bb4be743ae4/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The FCC is investigating Disney and ABC over their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices. President Trump's executive order targeting DEI initiatives may have unintended consequences for the creative industry. Disney is reviewing the FCC's letter and looks forward to engaging with the commission. GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 08: Trell Thomas speaks onstage during the Black Excellence Brunch ... More Proudly Supported by Disney on February 08, 2025 in Glendale, California. (Photo byfor Disne...[+6947 chars] 2025-03-31T00:00:00 Renew Europe Designates Canfin To Negotiate EU Sustainability Reporting Reduction Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/03/31/renew-europe-designates-canfin-to-negotiate-eu-sustainability-reporting-reduction https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67eac093ac8a36e35afb12ed/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Commission adopted an omnibus proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the European Union. The focus has been on delaying implementation of the CSRD and CSDDD until 2028. Renew Europe Party designated MEP Pascal Canfin to lead negotiations on their behalf. Canfin is actively soliciting feedback by email. Pascal Canfin during Renew Group Public Hearing Strategic Dialogue on Agriculture and the Way ... More Forward in the European Parliament an institution of the European Union in Brussels in Belgium on...[+4334 chars] 2025-03-31T00:00:00 Biotest AG: Delisting agreement and announced delisting tender offer Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/Biotest_AG_Delisting_agreement_and_announced_delisting_tende https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Biotest AG is delisting. The delisting agreement and the announced delisting tender offer were announced on 31 March. There is an inside information acc. to Article 17 MAR of the Regulation (EU) No 596/2014, transmitted by EQS News. Biotest AG / Key word(s): Delisting Biotest AG: Delisting agreement and announced delisting tender offer 31-March-2025 / 08:40 CET/CEST Disclosure of an inside information acc. to Article 17 MAR of th...[+101 chars] 2025-03-31T00:00:00 A Quarter Of S&P 500 Firms Could Hold Bitcoin By 2030: Report Inside Bitcoins https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/A_Quarter_Of_S_P_500_Firms_Could_Hold_Bitcoin_By_2030_Report https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en a quarter of S&P 500 companies may be affected.  yy yi yii yu yj yv yz yt yg yr yp yn A quarter of S&P 500 companies may 2025-03-31T00:00:00 TRX Gold Reports Continuance into the Province of British Columbia Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/TRX_Gold_Reports_Continuance_into_the_Province_of_British_Co https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en TrX Gold Corporation (TSX: TRX) (NYSE American:TRX) is pleased to announce that it has received the necessary approval of its shareholders at the meeting held on March 31, 2025. The company's shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange and on the NYSE. TORONTO, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TRX Gold Corporation (TSX: TRX) (NYSE American: TRX) (the 'Company' or 'TRX Gold') is pleased to announce that further to the Company having received the ne...[+39 chars] 2025-03-31T00:00:00 A$19.5m Raised in Strongly Supported Placement ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/A195m_Raised_in_Strongly_Supported_Placement_g https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en RTG Mining Inc. has received commitments to raise approximately A$19.5 million via a two-tranche institutional placement. The placement received strong support from a number of leading institutional investors. The announcement was made to the Toronto Stock Exchange and the Australian Securities Exchange. ANNOUNCEMENT TO THE TORONTO STOCK EXCHANGE AND AUSTRALIAN SECURITIES EXCHANGE HIGHLIGHTS RTG Mining Inc. has received firm commitments to raise approximately A$19.5 million via a two-tranche instituti...[+101 chars] 2025-03-31T00:00:00 Dundee Corporation Announces Acquisition of Shares of SPC Nickel Corp. Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/Dundee_Corporation_Announces_Acquisition_of_Shares_of_SPC_Ni https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Dundee Corporation (TSX:DUN) went public on March 31, 2025. In accordance with regulatory requirements, Dundee Corporation is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange. For more information, visit: www.dundeecorporation.com. TORONTO, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In accordance with regulatory requirements, Dundee Corporation (TSX: 2025-03-31T00:00:00 AD FEATURE: Five things you should know about Ferber Enterprises Manchester Evening News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/AD_FEATURE_Five_things_you_should_know_about_Ferber_Enterpri https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ferber Enterprises is an investment group with a commitment to social and environmental causes. It is backed by the Ferber Foundation. It's a non-profit organisation dedicated to environmental and social causes. for more information, visit: www.ferberentures.com. Ferber Enterprises is an investment group with a commitment to social and environmental causes 2025-03-31T00:00:00 WSP to welcome Eric Lamarre to its Board of Directors Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/WSP_to_welcome_Eric_Lamarre_to_its_Board_of_Directors https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en WSP Global Inc. (TSX: WSPG) is one of the world's most successful corporations. WSP Global is based in Montreal, Canada and is a company of the World's leading financial services providers.    MONTREAL, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WSP Global Inc. (TSX: WSP) ('WSP' or the 'Corporation'), one of the world's 2025-03-31T00:00:00 Oregon company faces new New York Stock Exchange delisting threat Business Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/31/Oregon_company_faces_new_New_York_Stock_Exchange_delisting_t https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ESS joined the NYSE in 2021 but has struggled to reach lofty revenue projections. It is expected to reach $1 billion in revenue in the next five years, but it hasn't reached its targets yet.    y ESS joined the the NYSE in 2021 but has struggled to reach lofty revenue projections. 2025-03-31T00:00:00 Capital markets and regulation https://www.ft.lk/opinion/Capital-markets-and-regulation/14-774958 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_0d37844fc8.jpg LK en The Trump administration has begun to inflict deep cuts in the financial budget and staff resources of 'independent' federal regulatory agencies, including the Securities and Exchange Commission, which Elon Musk heads. In January 2025, the US SEC filed a complaint against Elon Musk for not timely filing a beneficial ownership report with the regulator, on a timely basis. In Sri Lanka, the SEC fined the local and foreign directors of a listed entity Rs. 60 million in 2019 for delayed and misleading disclosure of a series of downgrades by a credit rating agency. "US President Donald Trump Elon Musk USA's insider trading, front running, tweets, failures to disclose and parallels in Sri Lanka I am a firm believer in a 'Market Economy' but as I often define it in...[+15158 chars]" 2025-03-30T23:58:39 Revenue-generating agencies owe FG N9.3tn Damilola Aina https://punchng.com/revenue-generating-agencies-owe-fg-n9-3tn-neiti https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/21084045/Ogbonnaya-Orji-e1613642276417.jpg NG en The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has revealed that revenue-generating agencies owe the government a total sum of N9.3tn in unremitted liabilities. This amount covers approximately 72% of the Federal Government's projected budget deficit of N13tn for 2025. NEITI has recovered over $4.85bn from the disclosures of $8.26bn made in its 2021 oil and gas report. "The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has revealed that revenue-generating agencies currently owe the government a total sum of N9.3tn in unremitted liabilities. It said this amoun...[+2534 chars]" 2025-03-30T23:43:24 Why directors must navigate governance without scuttling growth AICD https://www.afr.com/companies/professional-services/why-directors-must-navigate-governance-without-scuttling-growth-20250317-p5lk58 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_1%2C$multiply_1%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_116%2C$y_96/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/a155759c4a59ba6cfd70f255794cca3872a5f2ee18327925e3714685fa97eca0 AU en AICD's Company Directors Course is in its 50th year. It's designed to equip directors with the necessary governance knowledge, frameworks and language to evolve with societal and regulatory expectations, effectively mitigate risk, and recognise opportunities that can add value to their organisations. Jen Dalitz, chair of Qudos Bank, believes that continuous education for directors is essential. "'It's like driving with one foot on the brake and one foot on the accelerator,' Rigotti says. 'Sometimes boards go heavy on compliance when they should be looking at long-term value creation.' He argu...[+5679 chars]" 2025-03-30T23:35:34 Is Eversource Energy (ES) the Best Dividend Aristocrat Stock with Over 3% Yield? Vardah Gill https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eversource-energy-es-best-dividend-233534588.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/VFSY98UQVKAKVdYT00AM8Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/813529864f30225908355fc3b99477ee US en Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES) is one of the best dividend aristocrats with a high yield. Insider Monkey recently published a list of the 15 Best Dividend Aristocrat Stocks with Over 3% Yield. Eversource is a Boston-based energy services company. It plans to divest Aquion by 2025. We recently published a list of the 15 Best Dividend Aristocrat Stocks with Over 3% Yield. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES) stands against other best d...[+6276 chars] 2025-03-30T23:27:07 Exxon Mobil (XOM): One of the Best Dividend Aristocrat Stocks with Over 3% Yield Vardah Gill https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exxon-mobil-xom-one-best-232707919.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PUS0OmZZW29UpgozyeYEuQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/7233ebe68f9534bc1e350b5cdbfbfb77 US en Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is one of the best dividend aristocrats with a high yield. Insider Monkey recently published a list of the 15 Best Dividend Aristocrat Stocks with Over 3% Yield. Exxon Mobil Corporation is an American oil and gas company. We recently published a list of the 15 Best Dividend Aristocrat Stocks with Over 3% Yield. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) stands against other...[+6412 chars] 2025-03-30T23:19:31 Key investor wants Brazil's GPA to elect new board of directors Luciana Novaes Magalhaes https://www.reuters.com/business/key-investor-wants-brazils-gpa-elect-new-board-directors-2025-03-30 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Grupo Pao de Açucar (PCAR3.SA) is owned by Saint German, an investment fund controlled by Brazilian investor Nelson Tanure. Tanure wants to create a nine-member board with a unified two-year mandate, including three representatives appointed by him. He wants to reduce GPA's indebtedness through selling non-core assets, evaluating and prioritizing investments and optimizing its cash flow. SAO PAULO, March 30 (Reuters) - Saint German, an investment fund controlled by Brazilian investor Nelson Tanure, requested on Sunday that retail chain Grupo Pao de Açucar (PCAR3.SA), opens new tab, in...[+1953 chars] 2025-03-30T23:15:00 Sustainable investing the new standard Nuntawun Polkuamdee https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/investment/2991619/sustainable-investing-the-new-standard https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/03/31/5533204_700.jpg TH en ESG investing is becoming a mainstream approach to building sustainable and profitable portfolios. Global ESG fund investments have been increasing, with assets under management now exceeding US$40 trillion. More than 100 Thai ESG funds manage some 30 billion baht in assets. SET supports Thai listed companies in enhancing sustainability. "ESG investing is more than just a trend -- many expect it to become the new standard. The strategy is considered sustainable, measuring environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors to judge an i...[+8734 chars]" 2025-03-30T23:08:13 Veritas Kapital advocates stiffer anti-corruption measures Oluwakemi Abimbola https://punchng.com/veritas-kapital-advocates-stiffer-anti-corruption-measures https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/27022114/Veritas-Kapital-Assurance-Plc.jpeg NG en Veritas Kapital Assurance Plc's Sustainability Report for the same period filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited on Friday shows that there were no reported incidents of bribery, corruption, or financial misconduct between January 1, 2024 and December 31, 2024. The report details the company's zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, bribery, money laundering, and abuse of office. It also emphasises its strengthened collaboration with regulatory bodies, auditors, and compliance agencies. Veritas Kapital Assurance Plc has revealed that the emphasis it placed on anti-corruption and ethical governance in 2024 resulted in zero reported incidents of bribery, corruption, or financial miscon...[+3795 chars] 2025-03-30T22:57:36 WiseTech Global appoints Chris Charlton and Andrew Harrison as independent non-executive directors Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wisetech-global-appoints-chris-charlton-225736571.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en Chris Charlton and Andrew Harrison have been appointed as independent non-executive directors to the board of WiseTech Global. It's a move to make its audit and risk committee compliant with exchange regulations. The company breached one of the exchange's listing rules after the departure of four independent, non-Executive Directors after the release of its half-year results in late February. (Reuters) - WiseTech Global said on Monday it has appointed Chris Charlton and Andrew Harrison as independent non-executive directors to its board, in a move to make its audit and risk committee compl...[+337 chars] 2025-03-30T22:00:00 Commentary: If DEI were truly about real change, would it crumble this easily? Sunil Puri https://www.channelnewsasia.com/commentary/dei-us-trump-companies-scrap-diversity-equity-inclusion-asia-impact-5024651 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--FfnyF56m--/fl_relative,g_south_east,l_one-cms:core:watermark:ap_data-1,w_0.1/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/one-cms/core/supreme_court_affirmative_action_15844.jpg?itok=DM68rQiJ SG en Donald Trump's administration has rolled back executive orders that supported diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Major corporations like Pepsi, General Motors, Google, Disney, Intel and PayPal have responded by scaling back or removing DEI references in their 2024 annual reports to investors. According to a Financial Times report, 90 per cent of the top 400 companies in the S&P 500 index have reduced references to DEI since Mr Trump's election. "SINGAPORE: In his inaugural address in January, United States President Donald Trump declared: ""We will forge a society that is colour blind and merit-based."" Shortly after, his administration rolled ...[+5607 chars]" 2025-03-30T19:25:00 Open Letter to Zemedeneh Negatu, CEO of CBE Capital Investment Bank Jibril Mohamed Ahmed https://www.modernghana.com/news/1389784/open-letter-to-zemedeneh-negatu-ceo-of-cbe-capita.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/330202581424-i41p266gfa-1000088464.jpg GH en Zemedeneh Negatu congratulates him on his appointment as CEO of CBE Capital Investment Bank. Negatu wants him to create an investment bank that serves all Ethiopians, not just the rich and privileged few. He wants to introduce micro-investing, reducing transaction fees, launching financial literacy programs, and making investing accessible through mobile platforms. "Dear Mr. Zemedeneh Negatu, Congratulations on your appointment as CEO of CBE Capital Investment Bank. Your leadership comes at a pivotal moment in Ethiopia's financial history—a moment filled with bot...[+3642 chars]" 2025-03-30T19:22:00 Govt's Stake In Vodafone Idea Set To Rise To 48.99% After Spectrum Dues Convert To Equity Shares Aveek Banerjee https://www.news18.com/business/govts-stake-in-vodafone-idea-set-to-rise-to-48-99-after-spectrum-dues-convert-to-equity-shares-ws-d-9281048.html https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2025/03/vodafone-2025-03-b89cfde427ec0843e972e0a98dee48a6-16x9.jpg IN en The Indian government's stake in Vodafone Idea Limited is expected to increase to 48.99% following the conversion of outstanding spectrum auction dues into equity shares. The allocation will involve issuing 3,695 crore equity shares with a face value of Rs 10 each at an issue price of Rs10 per share. The move aligns with the telecom sector relief package. "Last Updated: The Ministry of Communications on March 29 directed Vodafone Idea to issue equity shares worth ₹36,950 crore to the government under Section 62(4) of the Companies Act. The Indian govern...[+1273 chars]" 2025-03-30T19:10:45 Brisbane 2032 is no longer legally bound to be ‘climate positive'. Will it still leave a green legacy? Marcus Foth https://theconversation.com/brisbane-2032-is-no-longer-legally-bound-to-be-climate-positive-will-it-still-leave-a-green-legacy-246672 https://images.theconversation.com/files/658238/original/file-20250328-56-fnhrpo.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C30%2C2549%2C1274&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Brisbane 2032 was supposed to be the first climate-positive Olympic and Paralympic Games. In December 2023, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) introduced an addendum to the host contract. It effectively downgraded the games' sustainability obligations. This fits a pattern of Olympic Games promising big on sustainability before weakening or abandoning commitments over time. "When Brisbane was awarded the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, it came with a widely publicised landmark promise: the world's first 'climate-positive' games. The International Olympic Committee had ...[+6112 chars]" 2025-03-30T19:07:56 Aisha Achimugu Denies Wrongdoing, Says Her Business Practices Respect Nigerian Laws Agnes Ekebuike https://naija247news.com/2025/03/30/aisha-achimugu-denies-wrongdoing-says-her-business-practices-respect-nigerian-laws https://naija247news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EE850952-A1B2-4AB8-8FC8-37C0DE5200CB.jpeg US en Aisha Achimugu has responded to her inclusion on the wanted list of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). She is known for her involvement in various sectors, including oil and gas. She has always conducted her business transparently and in compliance with all regulatory requirements. Naija247news reports that businesswoman Aisha Achimugu has responded to her inclusion on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) wanted list, insisting that her business operations strictl...[+2119 chars] 2025-03-30T17:59:29 US orders French firms to ditch diversity Business Day https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/30/US_orders_French_firms_to_ditch_diversity https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sinjrg7kujE/0.jpg US en Trump administration orders French companies with US government contracts to comply with his executive order banning diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes. The order highlights the extraterritorial reach of US law and orders. French companies need to submit a certificate regarding compliance with the law. Paris — The Trump administration has ordered some French companies with US government contracts to comply with his executive order banning diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes, highlightin...[+121 chars] 2025-03-30T17:50:21 Social Security announces new transparency measures Submitted Content https://myvalleynews.com/blog/2025/03/30/social-security-announces-new-transparency-measures https://myvalleynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Social-Security-ADministration-photo-by-Madalina-Vasilliu-Epoch-Times.jpg US en The Social Security Administration (SSA) revealed new initiatives on Monday, March 24 to boost transparency and accountability under the new Trump administration. The initiatives include publishing recordings of weekly meetings, optimizing real estate to save costs, cutting down the workforce, strengthening beneficiary identity verification, and providing an honest view of the agency's national 800 number wait times. The Social Security Administration office building in Waycross, Ga., on Aug. 28, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times Agency meetings are being recorded and shared online, along with other measures,...[+793 chars] 2025-03-30T17:38:44 Advertising giant WPP cuts diversity section from annual report Simon Goodley https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/advertising-giant-wpp-cuts-diversity-section-from-annual-report-1aea69e71cfa385eb2cf0f620e54a1b763ea5123 https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/55080cdcac7b503908d57958bc28b8d1ae5a278e/0_0_3500_2100/master/3500.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=49e3a59ba2ed51080fd72d4158d8a965 FR en "WPP has cut the phrase ""diversity, equity and inclusion"" from its annual report. The policy attracted 20 mentions in the previous year's report. WPP counts the US as by far its largest market. It boasts the storied ""Madison Avenue"" agencies J Walter Thompson, Ogilvy and Grey among its top brands." "The British advertising giant WPP has become the latest company to cut the phrase ""diversity, equity and inclusion"" from its annual report as the policies come under attack from the Trump administrati...[+857 chars]" 2025-03-30T17:31:01 NESG Unveils Roadmap To Drive Nigeria's Economic Development Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4224152/nesg-unveils-roadmap-to-drive-nigerias-economic-development.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has unveiled a new roadmap to drive Nigeria's economic development. Dr. Tayo Aduloju, Chief Executive Officer of NESG, said the roadmap has clear targets across key sectors in the short to medium term. ABUJAThe Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), has unveiled a new roadmap to drive Nigeria's economic development. Speaking at the unveiling of the new strategy at a media interactive session in Abuj...[+136 chars] 2025-03-30T16:32:33 Advertising giant WPP cuts diversity section from annual report Simon Goodley https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/mar/30/advertising-giant-wpp-cuts-diversity-section-from-annual-report https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/55080cdcac7b503908d57958bc28b8d1ae5a278e/0_0_3500_2100/master/3500.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=49e3a59ba2ed51080fd72d4158d8a965 GB en The phrase 'diversity, equity and inclusion' has been removed from WPP's annual report. Donald Trump ordered US government agencies to shut down their diversity and equity programmes within the first few days of his presidency. WPP counts the US as by far its largest market. The British advertising giant WPP has become the latest company to cut the phrase 'diversity, equity and inclusion' from its annual report as the policies come under attack from the Trump administrati...[+2530 chars] 2025-03-30T16:13:00 Equal opportunity, meritocracy enable SM sustained growth https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/31/tmt-newswire/equal-opportunity-meritocracy-enable-sm-sustained-growth/2082788 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/30/580608.jpg PH en "As the country celebrates Women's Month, SM Group continues to strengthen its commitment to equal opportunity and meritocracy. SM Investments' ""evidence-based progress"" on gender equality was recognized among the leaders in Transparency and Reporting during the 2024 Philippines Women's Empowerment Principles Awards of the UN." "AS the country celebrates Women's Month, the SM Group continues to strengthen its commitment to equal opportunity and meritocracy, including empowering women in the workplace. As part of its core busi...[+1788 chars]" 2025-03-30T16:01:00 Maagap first to sign PSI Important https://malaya.com.ph/weekly-features/banking-finance/maagap-first-to-sign-psi https://malaya.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/default-featured-image-new-scaled.jpg PH en Maagap Insurance Inc. is the first non-life insurance company in the Philippines to sign the Principles for Sustainable Insurance (PSI) of the United Nations. The PSI is founded on four fundamental principles: embed environmental, social and governance issues relevant to the insurance business, work together with clients and business partners, manage risk and develop solutions, and demonstrate accountability and transparency. "- Advertisement - Maagap Insurance Inc. achieved another significant milestone, in its continued operations in the Philippines, by being the country's first non-life insurance company to sign the Prin...[+2283 chars]" 2025-03-30T15:23:00 Sale of shares in Société Générale ongoing Modernghana https://www.modernghana.com/news/1389714/sale-of-shares-in-socit-gnrale-ongoing-bog.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/330202513607-rwmyqdcp53-societe-generale-ghana.webp GH en The sale of shares in Société Générale Ghana is ongoing. The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiama, confirmed this at the 123rd Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) press conference in Accra on Friday, March 28. The BoG is ensuring all potential investors meet the necessary fit and proper requirements. "Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, has announced that the process of selling shares in Société Générale Ghana is ongoing, with prospective buyers engaging with the central bank. ...[+1702 chars]" 2025-03-30T14:38:31 Firm reinforces plans to expand financial access for SMEs TEMITOPE ADEBAYO https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4223934/firm-reinforces-plans-to-expand-financial-access-for-smes.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, reaffirm their commitment to driving financial inclusion, the Small and Medium Enterprise(SME) growth and technological innovation. At a press briefing held in Lagos, the executives detailed their ongoing efforts to expand financial access for SMEs. BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have reaffirmed their commitment to driving financial inclusion, the Small and Medium Enterprise(SME) grow...[+339 chars] 2025-03-30T14:13:28 Gary Player, Citadel raise R2. 3m for Blair Atholl Pre-Primary Supplied https://www.iol.co.za/sport/golf/gary-player-citadel-raise-r2-3m-for-blair-atholl-pre-primary-d056ab41-2acb-4512-9d05-9dbd64e50e37 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/L-Brian-McFadden-and-R-Gary-Player-at-A-Citadel-Experience-annual-gala-charity-event-and-auction-Picture-supplied?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/58b2e9ddc8e7d35600f4fba6a703851aa8648b37/736&operation=CROP&offset=0x38&resize=736x414 ZA en Citadel has raised R2.3 million for the Gary and Vivienne Player Foundation. The money will be managed in an endowment for the Blair Atholl Pre-Primary School. Gary Player founded the school in 1990 with his late wife Vivienne. Citadel hosted its annual fundraiser, A Citadel Experience, on Saturday, 8 March 2025 at the Blair. Atholl Golf and Equestrian Estate. The day started with a golf day hosted by golfing legend Gary Player and ended with a charity auction gala dinner. Citadel recently raised R2.3 million, with golfing legend Gary Player and former Westlife lead-singer Brian McFadden to ensure a brighter future for the Blair Atholl Pre-Primary School. The funds will...[+4574 chars] 2025-03-30T12:24:46 Austin College Becomes First College in Texas to Join the 1 Million Tonne Campaign Scheane Brown https://www.heralddemocrat.com/austin-college-becomes-first-college-in-texas-to-join-the-1-million-tonne-campaign https://www.heralddemocrat.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/109/2025/03/03-28-06-607603_1.jpg US en Austin College has officially announced its first purchase of carbon credits with Tradewater and its participation in the 1 Million Tonne Campaign. One of 44 schools profiled in Loren Popes influential book Colleges That Change Lives, Austin College boasts a welcoming community with more than 50 percent of students identifying as persons of color. "Austin College Becomes First College in Texas to Join the 1 Million Tonne Campaign One of 44 schools profiled in Loren Popes influential book Colleges That Change Lives, Austin College boasts a welcom...[+395 chars]" 2025-03-30T10:35:24 Ultima strigare pentru plata impozitului 'la ofertă', în Sibiu https://www.tribuna.ro/stiri/eveniment/ultima-strigare-pentru-plata-impozitului-la-oferta-in-sibiu-182136.html https://www.tribuna.ro/images-up/2025_03_30_0_1_ultima-strigare-pentru-plata_17231.jpg RO en Singapore's sustainability legal services market is set for significant expansion. Its value is projected to treble to between S$450 and S$500 million by 2033. It is forecasted to grow twice as fast as the overall legal industry in the decade up to 2033, with a compound annual growth rate of 10 per cent per annum. [SINGAPORE] Singapore's sustainability legal services market is set for significant expansion, with its value projected to treble to between S$450 and S$500 million by 2033, indicated a study by profe...[+1566 chars] 2025-03-30T10:28:01 A playbook for public market success, from Ixigo's Bajpai and Nazara's Mittersain Sowmya Ramasubramanian https://www.livemint.com/companies/start-ups/playbook-for-publicly-listed-companies-ipos-corporate-governance-ixigo-alok-bajpai-nazara-technologies-nitish-mittersain-11743251777775.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/30/1600x900/VKS_6573-min_1743328938652_1743328947113.JPG IN en Founders of public companies must be thick-skinned to overcome various hurdles to be able to run a successful venture, according to Aloke Bajpai, chairman and managing director of online travel booking platform ixigo. Nitish Mittersain, chief executive of gaming and esports platform Nazara Technologies Ltd, said a company's management must trust its own as well as its board's conviction on any decision with a medium to long-term approach. Mumbai: Founders of public companies must be thick-skinned to be able to overcome various hurdles that might come in the way of running a successful venture, said Aloke Bajpai, chairman and managing d...[+2762 chars] 2025-03-30T08:10:00 Impending IMO Summit Must Slash Shipping's Contribution To Climate Crisis Solomon Is... https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/WO2503/S00368/impending-imo-summit-must-slash-shippings-contribution-to-climate-crisis.htm http://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1908/scoop_image.jpg NZ en Clean Shipping Coalition is calling for action from governments on three key fronts to ensure the sector slashes its climate heating impacts. They are: ISWG-GHG-19 (Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions), which will try to reach agreement on a global fuel standard and greenhouse gas levy (March 31-April 1st), ISWg-APEE 1 (April 2-4th), and MEPC 83 (April 7-11th). London, 27 March 2025: Ahead of a hectic two weeks at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the Clean Shipping Coalition is calling for action from governments on three key fronts to ensure t...[+8783 chars] 2025-03-30T06:44:31 FG, UN Driving SDGs Through Filmmaking Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4223284/fg-un-driving-sdgs-through-filmmaking.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Federal Government and the United Nations have taken steps to strengthen the drive towards realizing the objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ahead of the 2030 deadline. This was the crux of the launch of the Third Edition of the SDGs Short. The Federal Government and the United Nations have taken more steps to strengthen the drive towards realizing the objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ahead of the 2030 deadline by e...[+164 chars] 2025-03-30T06:33:00 Explained: The green watchdog that gets £3.8m-a-year of public funds Exclusive https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/25043962.explained-green-watchdog-gets-3-8m-a-year-public-funds https://www.heraldscotland.com/resources/images/14366737.jpg?type=og-image GB en Environmental Standards Scotland was established on October 1, 2021. Its budget is £3.788m in 2025/26. It covers staff and operational costs. Its chief executive is Mark Roberts who has held positions at Audit Scotland, the Scottish Parliament and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency. ESS has a range of statutory powers to fulfill its role. "When was Environmental Standards Scotland (ESS) founded? Environmental Standards Scotland (ESS) was formally established on October 1, 2021, following the passage of the UK Withdrawal from the Europea...[+3858 chars]" 2025-03-30T04:55:04 PM warns of 'heavy fines' for supermarket price gouging Tess Ikonomou https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8929320/pm-warns-of-heavy-fines-for-supermarket-price-gouging https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/6917ace1-52f4-4346-b3de-ffc56c545b39.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en "Greens first said no on Greens policies and then they adopted them, which is a good sign for the party.   in the opinion of the party's leader, Simon Tisdall. ""We take that as a really good sign."" " """Their first step is to say no (on Greens policies) and then they adopt them, and we take that as a really good sign,:"" he said." 2025-03-30T03:37:19 SEC will stop defending climate-disclosure rule, let litigation play out Jen Krausz https://conservativeinstitute.org/conservative-news/sec-will-stop-defending-climate-disclosure-rule-let-litigation-play-out.htm https://conservativeinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/trump_vs_biden_1022.jpg US en The Securities and Exchange Commission will stop defending a climate-disclosure rule in court and will not implement the rule until the litigation is concluded. The rule states that publicly traded companies need to disclose CO2 emissions in their company reports. It was adopted in March 2024 by a 3-2 vote, after which numerous lawsuits by trade groups and 43 states were filed. The lawsuits were consolidated to the Eighth Circuit with proceedings set to start in April. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on Thursday that it will stop defending a Biden-era climate-disclosure rule in court and will not implement the rule until the litigation is conc...[+2420 chars] 2025-03-30T02:50:20 Significance of ESG in Sabah's property and construction sector Juiceapac Web Development Team https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/255366/significance-of-esg-in-sabah-s-property-and-construction-sector https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/03/IEM1_3003.jpg MY en Ir Tan Kok Jyh explains the significance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles in Sabah's property and construction industry. He proposes mitigation measures to enhance sustainability and resilience in the sector. ESG adoption presents challenges due to economic constraints, regulatory gaps, and limited awareness. "Published on: Sunday, March 30, 2025 Published on: Sun, Mar 30, 2025 By: Ir Tan Kok Jyh, JP Text Size: ENVIRONMENTAL, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles have become a cornerstone of sustainable d...[+6985 chars]" 2025-03-30T02:32:01 Experts Re-Ignite Conversations on Acceptable Corporate Governance Culture in Nigeria Business https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/30/experts-re-ignite-conversations-on-acceptable-corporate-governance-culture-in-nigeria https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/Open-pix-1.jpg NG en There was a public lecture at the Lagos Business School (LBS) on the AFG Model, aimed at helping organisations address the realities of modern corporate, institutional and governmental landscapes. The lecture also served as the platform for the presentation of the latest book titled: 'Reflections on Corporate Governance'. In a country with a history of poor corporate governance culture and the attendant business collapse, enlightened public conversations like the recent one at the Lagos Business School, where renowned ...[+9048 chars] 2025-03-30T01:46:18 Kepler Capital Sticks to Their Buy Rating for Modern Times Group AB (0GXJ) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/kepler-capital-sticks-to-their-buy-rating-for-modern-times-group-ab-0gxj-1034528438 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Kepler Capital maintained a Buy rating on Modern Times Group AB (0GXJ) with a price target of SEK144.00. The company's shares closed last Friday at SEK115. The market cap is currently SEK13.41B and the P/E ratio is -65.44. In a report released on March 28, Rasmus Engberg from Kepler Capital maintained a Buy rating on Modern Times Group AB (0GXJ – Research Report), with a price target of SEK144.00. The company's shares c...[+517 chars] 2025-03-30T01:30:16 NGOs collecting public donations accountable to no one Juiceapac Web Development Team https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/read/6011/ngos-collecting-public-donations-accountable-to-no-one https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/features2/2025/03/Coin_Boxes_3003.jpg MY en In late 2023, an NGO providing humanitarian aid to Palestine was being investigated by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission on allegations of misappropriation of funds. The case highlighted the urgent need for better oversight and legal frameworks to prevent abuse of public fundraising. A comprehensive reform framework is needed to enhance transparency and accountability in the NGO sector. "Published on: Sunday, March 30, 2025 Published on: Sun, Mar 30, 2025 Text Size: Coin boxes placed at a restaurant: NGOs don't need to inform anybody how much money was collected and how it was used. I...[+4017 chars]" 2025-03-30T01:26:50 Regulatory reforms to boost corporate governance Kalbe Ali https://www.dawn.com/news/1901202/regulatory-reforms-to-boost-corporate-governance https://www.dawn.com/_img/social-default.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has made amendments to the Listed Companies (Code of Corporate Governance) Regulations 2019 and Companies (Postal Ballot) Regulations 2018. The category-wise voting scheme has been omitted to support minority shareholders' representation on the board. The SECP has issued a circular introducing enhanced disclosure requirements for Fund Manager Reports (FMRs) by Asset Management Companies (AMCs). ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has made amendments to the Listed Companies (Code of Corporate Governance) Regulations 2019 and Companies (Postal Ballot) Regulatio...[+2437 chars] 2025-03-30T00:00:00 EU Wants New European Sustainability Reporting Standards By October 31 Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/03/30/eu-wants-new-european-sustainability-reporting-standards-by-october-31 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e82ed1730fe24a3aed4cda/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Commission adopted a proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the European Union. Maria Luís Albuquerque, the EU Commissioner for Financial Services and Investments, sent a letter to EFRAG asking for updated recommendations to comply with the current proposal. EFRAG was given until April 15 to draft a timeline with a target completion deadline of October 31. Portuguese EU commissioner for financial services and the savings and investments Maria Luis ... More Albuquerque arrives for the first meeting of the new College of Commissioners of the European Unio...[+5785 chars] 2025-03-30T00:00:00 US orders some French firms to comply with diversity ban Business Day https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/30/US_orders_some_French_firms_to_comply_with_diversity_ban https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Trump administration orders French companies with US government contracts to comply with his executive order banning diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes. The companies have been told to confirm their compliance in a questionnaire and give a certificate regarding compliance with the Federal Anti-Discrimination Law. Paris — The Trump administration has ordered some French companies with US government contracts to comply with his executive order banning diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes, highlightin...[+207 chars] 2025-03-30T00:00:00 EU Wants New European Sustainability Reporting Standards By October 31 Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/30/EU_Wants_New_European_Sustainability_Reporting_Standards_By_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The revision of the delegated act will reduce the number of mandatory ESRS datapoints by removing those deemed least important for general use and increasing others deemed most important for the purposes of the law. . for more information, go to: http://www.esrs.org/. "[id=0] ""The revision of the delegated act will substantially reduce the number of mandatory ESRS datapoints by (i) removing those deemed least important for general pu" 2025-03-30T00:00:00 Advertising giant WPP cuts diversity section from annual report The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/30/Advertising_giant_WPP_cuts_diversity_section_from_annual_rep_t https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ogilvy and Grey follows other multinationals in dropping or downplaying DEI policies since Trump's election. It's about diversity, equity and inclusion, according to the owner of Ogilvy & Grey agencies, not diversity and equity, diversity and inclusion. "Owner of Ogilvy and Grey agencies follows other multinationals in dropping or downplaying DEI policies since Trump's election "" diversity, equity and inclusion """ 2025-03-29T23:22:24 CDW Corporation (CDW): Among the 10 Pro-Life Companies to Invest In Now? Soma Dutta https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cdw-corporation-cdw-among-10-232224924.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/oGp.mw3QIKg0R4MhGVTz3w--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/52adb75330f3b5e67334653fe2d1090f US en CDW Corporation (NASDAQ:CDW) is a leading provider of information technology solutions serving business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the UK and Canada. The company achieved a gross profit of $1.155 billion, maintaining a consistent 21.8% year-over-year profit margin. CDW Corporation is forecasted to grow its revenue by 6.5% and its earnings by 4%. The total revenue stood at $21 billion at the end of 2016. "We recently published a list of . In this article, we are going to take a look at where CDW Corporation (NASDAQ:CDW) stands against other top pro-life companies to invest in now. Investing isn't just ...[+6189 chars]" 2025-03-29T23:10:32 The US is asking EU companies to comply with Trump's anti-DEI order Cryptopolitan https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/29/the_us_is_asking_eu_companies_to_comply_with_trump_8217s_ant https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LDkdN1LoX6U/0.jpg US en European companies are under pressure from the Trump administration to follow a US executive order banning diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. American embassy in Paris and other embassies around the European Union have sent a certification regarding compliance with applicable federal anti-discrimination law to European companies. European companies are facing pressure from the Trump administration to follow a US executive order banning diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.A sent by the American embassy in Paris and other ...[+123 chars] 2025-03-29T22:19:00 Leadership and Accountability at ECG: Addressing the Missing Container Scandal Atitso Akpalu https://www.modernghana.com/news/1389651/leadership-and-accountability-at-ecg-addressing.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/329202593327-l5gsk8v331-b59c700d-ee18-4ca0-9c42-53b41d683150.jpeg GH en Alexander Afenyo-Markin's tenure as Board Chairman of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has been a challenging period. There are allegations of malfeasance, missing containers, and operational inefficiencies. ECG's financial management has come under scrutiny, with revelations that the company operates over 85 different bank accounts. Alexander Afenyo-Markin's tenure as Board Chairman of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has been a challenging and controversial period, marked by allegations of malfeasance, missing containers, ...[+3150 chars] 2025-03-29T21:29:02 Trump's Executive Order Puts French Firms in Compliance Crosshairs Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3327387-trumps-executive-order-puts-french-firms-in-compliance-crosshairs https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_03_2025_21_28_59_7991888.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Trump administration has issued a directive to French companies holding U.S. government contracts demanding compliance with an executive order that bans Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. The French government has criticized this move, decrying the interference by the U.s. in French corporate affairs. The Trump administration has issued a directive to French companies holding U.S. government contracts, demanding compliance with an executive order that bans Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) pro...[+789 chars] 2025-03-29T21:00:00 Companies practising steward leadership called to step forward Rosalind Ang https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-practising-steward-leadership-called-to-step-forward https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/0f461962d8dee6ea3b81a5c45ecc87d9a56354999589fb41edfbcc29eb3055c8 SG en BlueAcres, a microfarm in Singapore, has pioneered an autism-friendly employment model. It is up for an annual award celebrating financially self-sustaining solutions with positive social and environmental impacts in the Asia-Pacific region. Steward Leadership 25 (SL25) is open to for-profit entities across all sectors. It will be given to 25 of the best projects of steward leadership excellence. It has received 139 applications from 122 organisations across 25 countries. "Mr Patrick Daniel speaking at the unveiling dinner of Steward Leadership 25 (SL25) list at Pan Pacific Hotel on Oct 23, 2024. PHOTO: ST FILE SINGAPORE - BlueAcres, a privately owned microfarm in Singa...[+1718 chars]" 2025-03-29T16:45:00 US tells French companies to comply with Donald Trump's anti-diversity order 美国要求法国公司遵守唐纳德-特朗普的反多样性命令 成为付费会员，阅读FT独家内容 https://ftchinese.com/interactive/199361/ce CN en The Trump administration has sent a letter to some large French companies warning them to comply with an executive order banning diversity, equity and inclusion programmes. The letter has received 95% of the response so far, which is good news for the French companies. "The Trump administration has sent a letter to some large French companies warning them to comply with an executive order banning diversity, equity and inclusion programmes. 特朗普政府已向一些大型法国公司发出信函，警告他们要遵守...[+77 chars]" 2025-03-29T15:35:59 NESG hails NNPC IPO plans, opposes suspension of naira-for-crude policy Onyinye Nwachukwu https://businessday.ng/news/article/nesg-hails-nnpc-ipo-plans-opposes-suspension-of-naira-for-crude-policy https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NNPC.png NG en The National Economic Summit Group (NESG) supports the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation's planned Initial Public Offering (IPO) of the state-run oil giant. NESG is concerned about the cancellation of the naira-for-crude policy, which was introduced to stabilize the local currency and reduce reliance on the dollar. The National Economic Summit Group (NESG) has expressed strong support for the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation's (NNPC) planned Initial Public Offering (IPO), hailing it as a crucial step towa...[+5620 chars] 2025-03-29T15:28:55 Sale of shares in Société Générale is ongoing Laud Nartey https://3news.com/news/sale-of-shares-in-societe-generale-is-ongoing-governor-asiama https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Societe-Generale-Ghana.webp GH en The sale of shares in Société Générale is ongoing. The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, said the BoG is ensuring the prospective buyers meet the fit and proper requirements. Societe Generale Ghana has initiated a strategic review. The Managing Director of the bank, Hakim Ouzzani, denied that the bank was exiting Ghana. "Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama has said that the sale of shares in Société Générale is ongoing with prospective buyers touching base with the BoG. Dr Asiama said that the BoG i...[+2490 chars]" 2025-03-29T15:08:41 How To Lead In The New Era Of Moving Targets Paul Klein https://www.forbes.com/sites/pklein/2025/03/29/how-to-lead-in-the-new-era-of-moving-targets https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e80be0fcab158bffcb3244/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Trump administration has shifted corporate leadership to aiming for lowered or disappearing targets. In the U.S., diversity and climate change targets are being challenged, weakened, or dismantled. Corporations are already scaling back, rebranding or staying quiet on DEI programs in response to political pressure. Google, an early proponent of diversity, equity and inclusion, is a federal contractor that is evaluating changes to its programs. Corporate leadership and business success depend on having clear targets. Financial performance, shareholder returns, diversity, climate goals, and community impact have become performance indicators ...[+5228 chars] 2025-03-29T14:52:12 Stricter penalties needed for ECG container theft https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Stricter-penalties-needed-for-ECG-container-theft-MP-Aboagye-1977769 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/846/84635141.jpg GH en George Kwame Aboagye is the Member of Parliament for Asene Akroso Manso in the Eastern Region. He has called for stricter penalties to curb the theft of ECG containers at Ghana's ports. He proposed the establishment of an ad hoc parliamentary committee to investigate the matter and make recommendations. "Business News of Saturday, 29 March 2025 Source: mynewsgh.com The Member of Parliament for Asene Akroso Manso in the Eastern Region, George Kwame Aboagye, has called for stricter penalties to curb the...[+1756 chars]" 2025-03-29T14:30:24 FCC Chair Launches Investigation into Disney Over Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practices Cassandra Macdonald https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/03/fcc-chair-launches-investigation-disney-diversity-equity-inclusion https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/wp-content/uploads/disney-for-april-19-2023.jpg US en The Federal Communications Commission has launched an investigation into Disney and its ABC subsidiary's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is concerned Disney's DEI efforts may constitute what he referred to as 'invidious forms of discrimination' in his letter to Disney CEO Bob Iger. Disney has recently changed its DEI initiatives, including the termination of its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' program, which aimed to amplify underrepresented voices. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced the launch of an investigation into The Walt Disney Company and its ABC subsidiary, focusing on the company's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion...[+2161 chars] 2025-03-29T14:13:00 Elon Musk criticizes the Oscars' diversity rules and calls for awards based on talent alone etimes.in https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/english/hollywood/news/elon-musk-criticizes-the-oscars-diversity-rules-and-calls-for-awards-based-on-talent-alone/articleshow/119704257.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-119704193,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-29380,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Elon Musk has publicly criticized the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for its diversity and inclusion standards. The guidelines require films vying for Best Picture to fulfill at least two out of four diversity criteria. To qualify, a film must feature at least one lead or significant supporting actor from a historically underrepresented group or have 30% of minor roles include women, LGBTQ+ individuals or people with disabilities. "X ( formerly Twitter) Elon Musk has publicly criticized the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences ( AMPAS ) for its diversity and inclusion standards, arguing that film awards should be based on...[+1291 chars]" 2025-03-29T13:51:19 Trump administration orders French companies holding government contracts to comply with DEI ban https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-administration-orders-french-companies-holding-government-contracts https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2025-03/GettyImages-2206723251.jpg?h=8c1344d8&itok=e_fdNVz1 US en The Trump administration is ordering French companies holding U.S. government contracts to comply with the president's executive order banning diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. The companies were sent a questionnaire called, 'Certification Regarding Compliance With Applicable Federal Anti-Discrimination Law' "The companies were sent a questionnaire called, 'Certification Regarding Compliance With Applicable Federal Anti-Discrimination Law,' Reuters reported. The Trump administration is ordering French comp...[+602 chars]" 2025-03-29T13:44:52 FCC Opens Investigation into Disney, ABC over ‘Invidious Forms of DEI Discrimination' David Zimmermann https://www.nationalreview.com/news/fcc-opens-investigation-into-disney-abc-over-invidious-forms-of-dei-discrimination https://i0.wp.com/www.nationalreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/disney-world-orlando-florida.jpg?w=1054&ssl=1 US en The FCC is investigating Disney and ABC over their diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr wrote to Disney CEO Bob Iger on Thursday. Disney has been embroiled in controversy surrounding its DEI policies. The FCC is also investigating CBS, NBC News, NPR, and PBS. The Federal Communications Commission opened an investigation into Disney and ABC this week over its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, which FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr described as 'invidi...[+4088 chars] 2025-03-29T13:16:47 BASF Coatings: A Sustainable Future archyde https://www.archyde.com/basf-coatings-a-sustainable-future https://assets.nhle.com/share/default.jpg US en BASF Coatings has launched its Sustainability Future Target Picture. It is organized around six key categories, each representing vital fields of action designed to drive value and innovation. The company is committed to an smart energy system that prioritizes sustainable sources while minimizing overall energy consumption to ensure operational efficiency. BASF Coatings, a major global supplier of surface solutions, is doubling down on its commitment to sustainability with the implementation of its Sustainability Future Target Picture . This initiative ...[+5869 chars] 2025-03-29T13:00:00 2025 Mazda CX-50 works the numbers well Tribune News Service https://www.cleveland.com/news/2025/03/2025-mazda-cx-50-works-the-numbers-well.html https://www.cleveland.com/resizer/v2/QD25H75WUFGSDKVC6PX7TACNDY.jpg?auth=b506f4d04888cf9f7093c9ac1372814c4da26fee665be077b0722666f681cac7&width=1280&quality=90 US en Mazda's CX-50 is a mid-size SUV with a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 227 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. It has four doors, five seats, all-wheel drive, roof rails, rear spoiler, hood graphics, heated mirrors, and a power lift gate. It also has six-way power leather heated and cooled seats, four USBs, wireless charging, heated steering wheel, 10.25-inch color infotainment display, with center console controls, a Bose stereo with 12 speakers, and three months of SiriusXM radio. The warranty for the Cx-50 includes 60 With Mazda doing everything it can do to keep consumers attracted to it's brand, the CX-50 is no secret to the market. With its excellent pricing and numbers, the CX-50 makes a lot of financial sense....[+1604 chars] 2025-03-29T12:51:28 Warning Stockton council close to net zero standstill Gareth Lightfoot https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y0yd3djmvo https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/3fa7/live/d4282b50-0c98-11f0-b48e-5512f98f3582.jpg GB en Stockton Council has made a 75% reduction in carbon emissions since 2010, but it needs more investment to be net zero by 2032. Care homes produce the most carbon emissions, followed by property construction, waste collection and recycling. It would take a football pitch's worth of solar panels to power all council workers' computers to meet the target. "A council has warned it is close to ""hitting a standstill"" on work to reduce carbon emissions, with care homes responsible for producing the most.Stockton Council has made a 75% reduction since 2010 b...[+1784 chars]" 2025-03-29T12:41:43 More Energy WINNING, This Time From An Unlikely Source David Blackmon https://blackmon.substack.com/p/more-energy-winning-this-time-from https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F7a4a81de-df12-4e9b-ba15-52ed8de0dcad_1200x630.jpeg US en The Securities and Exchange Commission won't defend its climate disclosure rule finalized by the Biden people led by leftwing zealot Gary Gensler. The Supreme Court reversed the Chevron Deference legal doctrine in its decision in Loper Bright v. Raimondo late last year. On Thursday, the Securities and Exchange Commission said it would cease efforts to defend its legally indefensible climate disclosure rule finalized by the Biden people led by leftwing zealot Gary Gen...[+495 chars] 2025-03-29T12:00:03 Pension Funds Push Forward on Climate Goals Despite Backlash Eshe Nelson https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/29/business/dealbook/pension-funds-climate-esg.html https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/03/29/business/29DB-ESG/29DB-ESG-facebookJumbo.jpg US en Some of the largest U.S. banks and asset managers have quit net zero networks, the climate groups that encourage their members to set ambitious carbon reduction targets and collaborate internationally on sustainability efforts. NYCERS, a pension fund for New York City employees, joined a United Nations-affiliated climate action group for long-term investors, the Net Zero Asset Owner Alliance. In the past few months, some of the largest banks and asset managers in the United States have quit net zero networks, the climate groups that encourage their members to set ambitious carbon reduction...[+13175 chars] 2025-03-29T11:22:08 Key GST Deadlines Before March 31, 2025: Know What Taxpayers Need To Complete News18 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/29/Key_GST_Deadlines_Before_March_31_2025_Know_What_Taxpayers_N https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/29/[] US en As the financial year draws to a close, businesses and taxpayers need to complete crucial GST-related compliances before March 31, 2025. Missing these deadlines could lead to penalties, interest charges, or loss of beneficial schemes, according to the Indian government. As the financial year draws to a close, businesses and taxpayers need to complete crucial GST-related compliances before March 31, 2025, and missing these deadlines could lead to penalties, interest c...[+38 chars] 2025-03-29T10:00:53 VISIONARY LEADERSHIP: Easier said than done The Independent https://www.independent.co.ug/visionary-leadership-easier-said-than-done https://www.independent.co.ug/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/leadership.jpg UG en Saul Sseremba is CEO/Principal Insurance Training College. He believes that being a visionary leader is about having the clarity and imagination to shape the future by looking beyond the visible world to explore ideas and possibilities. John C. Maxwell once said that a leader knows the way, goes the way and shows the way. OPINION | Saul Sseremba | Imagine being in a room filled with people, all gathered for a shared purpose. You are not there just because of your title but because they trust you to give direction and i...[+4089 chars] 2025-03-29T09:38:24 MRS Oil announces exit from NGX The Eagle Online https://theeagleonline.com.ng/mrs-oil-announces-exit-from-ngx https://theeagleonline.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/MRS-Oil.jpg NG en MRS Oil has concluded arrangements for the voluntary delisting of all its issued shares from the Nigerian Exchange Limited and admission to the NASD OTC Securities Exchange. The company will pay the interests of shareholders who were absent from the EGM or dissented to the Voluntary Delisting (the 'Payout') from April 4 to July, 2024. "MRS Oil says it has concluded arrangements for the voluntary delisting of all its issued shares from the Nigerian Exchange Limited and subsequent admission to the NASD OTC Securities Exchange. The com...[+2075 chars]" 2025-03-29T09:11:22 Firm Reinforces Commitment To Expand Financial Access For SMEs Olushola Bello https://leadership.ng/firm-reinforces-commitment-to-expand-financial-access-for-smes https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Sage-Grey-Finance-Limited.jpeg NG en Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, reaffirm their commitment to driving financial inclusion, SME growth and technological innovation through strategic partnerships and product development. At a press briefing held in Lagos, the executives detailed their ongoing efforts to expand financial access for SMEs, drive technological advancements, and contribute to sustainable economic development. Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have reaffirmed their commitment to driving financial inclusion, SME growth and technological innovation through strategic par...[+2820 chars] 2025-03-29T09:00:21 Trump Administration's DEI Ban Extends to French Companies Holding U.S. Contracts Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3326824-trump-administrations-dei-ban-extends-to-french-companies-holding-us-contracts https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/20_03_2025_17_00_43_7303205.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Trump administration has issued directives to French companies with U.S. government contracts to comply with an executive order banning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The initiative mandates companies to confirm compliance through a questionnaire titled 'Certification Regarding Compliance With Applicable Federal Anti-Discrimination Law.' The Trump administration has issued directives to French companies with U.S. government contracts to comply with an executive order banning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. This initia...[+958 chars] 2025-03-29T08:41:01 India Leads the Way in Eco-Friendly Freight Emissions Tracking Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3326805-india-leads-the-way-in-eco-friendly-freight-emissions-tracking https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_03_2025_08_41_01_4994031.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Smart Freight Centre (SFC) India unveiled India-specific Global Logistics Emissions Council (GLEC) values during Smart Freight Week 2025. This initiative is designed to align with global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions tracking best practices while addressing India's specific logistic landscape. In a significant move to enhance emissions transparency and sustainability within India's freight and logistics industry, Smart Freight Centre (SFC) India unveiled India-specific Global Logistics Emis...[+1257 chars] 2025-03-29T08:30:00 Axter near Ipswich wins Sustainability Strategy Award Nicola Warren https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/25043483.axter-near-ipswich-wins-sustainability-strategy-award https://www.edp24.co.uk/resources/images/19259070.jpg?type=og-image&xType=0&yType=66 GB en Axter has won the Sustainability Strategy Award sponsored by Associated British Ports. Shred Station is an independent shredding and secure destruction business based in Norwich. Saul D Humphrey is a construction consultancy in Norfolk that aims to promote and deliver sustainable development in the built environment. "Axter, based in Ipswich, won the Sustainability Strategy Award, sponsored by Associated British Ports. It specialises in the design and specification of flat roof waterproofing systems. The B-Corp cer...[+3915 chars]" 2025-03-29T08:30:00 Roofing manufacturer recognised for sustainability strategy Nicola Warren https://www.eadt.co.uk/news/25043483.axter-near-ipswich-wins-sustainability-strategy-award https://www.eadt.co.uk/resources/images/19259070.jpg?type=og-image&xType=0&yType=66 GB en Axter, based in Ipswich, won the Sustainability Strategy Award, sponsored by Associated British Ports. The judges praised Axter for its ambitious sustainability goals and its leadership in the construction industry. Shred Station is an independent shredding and secure destruction business based in Norwich. It manages large, complex construction projects with a focus on UN Sustainable Development Goals. "Axter, based in Ipswich, won the Sustainability Strategy Award, sponsored by Associated British Ports. It specialises in the design and specification of flat roof waterproofing systems. The B-Corp cer...[+3947 chars]" 2025-03-29T08:00:00 Businesses strengthen commitment to sustainability, Schneider Electric report reveals Song Hoàng https://vneconomy.vn/businesses-strengthen-commitment-to-sustainability-schneider-electric-report-reveals.htm https://media.vneconomy.vn/640x360/images/upload/2025/03/28/bao-cao.jpg VN en The report surveyed 4,500 business leaders across nine countries, including 500 representatives from Vietnam. It aimed to gather insights from leaders in Asia regarding sustainability and environmental challenges. Vietnam has made significant progress, narrowing the Green IMPACT Gap from 52% in 2023 to 45% in 2024. An increasing number of Vietnamese businesses are demonstrating interest in sustainable development, according to the recently released Schneider Electric Green IMPACT Gap Sustainability Report 2024 ....[+1680 chars] 2025-03-29T07:53:03 Missing ECG Containers: Every culprit in this matter must be held accountable Laud Nartey https://3news.com/news/missing-ecg-containers-every-culprit-in-this-matter-must-be-held-accountable-senyo-hosi https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ECG-Cable-Theft-Scandal-Two-Companies-Under-Investigation.webp GH en 1,347 containers of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) are missing. They were meant to be cleared at the Tema Port. The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has promised a thorough investigation into the matter. ECG owes almost 70 billion Cedis of debts. "Businessman and convener of One Ghana Movement Senyo Hosi is calling for all persons involved in the missing containers of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to be held responsible. He has called ...[+2606 chars]" 2025-03-29T07:47:31 A proper forensic audit needed on ECG missing containers Laud Nartey https://3news.com/news/a-proper-forensic-audit-needed-on-ecg-missing-containers-senyo-hosi https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Senyo-Hosi.png GH en There are more than 1,300 containers that were meant to be cleared at the Tema Port that are still unaccounted for. The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has promised a full-scale investigation into the matter. He also promised to separate ECG's procurement unit within a week and introduce urgent reforms to prevent future irregularities. Businessman and convener of One Ghana Movement Senyo Hosi has said that the issues around the missing containers of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) are reflective of the kind of governance in G...[+2295 chars] 2025-03-29T07:36:00 Microsoft is this industry's no. 1 fan. Others should be, too Bloomberg https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sustainability/microsoft-is-this-industrys-no-1-fan-others-should-be-too/articleshow/119688908.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119688925,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-41678,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en Only 4.7% of the 13.5 million metric tons-worth of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits have been bought. 73% of purchases have been made by four bodies: Microsoft Corp., Alphabet Inc., Airbus SE, Frontier and a group of companies including Shopify Inc. and Hennes & Mauritz AB. "Removing the carbon dioxide we've put into the atmosphere and storing it back on Earth might sound like a fantasy, but the sprouts of an entire industry aiming to do just that are emerging. There's a ...[+5697 chars]" 2025-03-29T07:13:59 NESG evaluates NNPC's push for transparency through public listing https://www.pulse.ng/articles/news/local/nesg-reviews-nnpc-transparency-listing-2025032907123920394 https://image.api.sportal365.com/process//smp-images-production/pulse.ng/29032025/5ea30ab3-4e50-4677-8ed2-430704e6d6dc.jpg NG en "Dr. Tayo Aduloju, CEO of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, supports the transition of NNPC into a publicly listed entity. He draws parallels with Saudi Aramco's journey towards public listing. Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer, indicated that the public listing is ""within sight""" In a recent media interactive session held in Abuja on Friday, March 28, Dr. Tayo Aduloju, CEO of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), articulated his strong support for the transition of the Ni...[+2403 chars] 2025-03-29T06:58:10 Clearing corporation ownership issue is delaying NSE IPO: Tuhin Kanta Pandey https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/nse-ipo-delay-clearing-corporation-ownership-delay-tuhin-kanta-pandey-sebi-chief-mint-india-investment-summit-11743227828599.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/29/1600x900/WhatsApp_Image_2025-03-29_at_104901_AM_1743227823063_1743227823265.jpeg IN en The proposal to cut stakes held by stock exchanges in clearing corporations (CCs) is one of the key issues delaying the listing of National Stock Exchange (NSE). In November 2024, Sebi proposed making clearing corporations more independent. It proposed that 49% of a clearing corporation's shares could be distributed to existing shareholders, while the parent exchange retains 51%. The proposal to cut stakes held by stock exchanges in clearing corporations (CCs) is one of the key issues delaying the listing of National Stock Exchange (NSE), said Tuhin Kanta Pandey, chairperson, ...[+2783 chars] 2025-03-29T06:58:06 Carson Cty legal https://www.nevadaappeal.com/news/2025/mar/28/carson-cty-legal-51379 https://nevadanewsgroup.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/static-3/nevadaappeal/images/safe_image.php.jpeg US en SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS, Inc. did business in the State of Nevada during the calendar year 2024. Catherine M. Mazzeo, SVP/Chief Legal, Corp. Secretary certify that the statement is a true and accurate statement of the business transacted by the corporation during 2024. "ANNUAL STATEMENT OF THE SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS, INC. for the Year Ending 12/31/2024. Location of Principal Office: 8360 S. DURANGO DRIVE, LAS VEGAS, NV 89113. Location or locations of business in Neva...[+395 chars]" 2025-03-29T06:31:21 Sage Grey Finance, Technologies commit to impact-driven solutions Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4221475/sage-grey-finance-technologies-commit-to-impactdriven-solutions.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Sage Grey Finance Limited and Sage Grey Technologies are committed to creating impact through lending, investments, fund management and strategic advisory services. The companies commit to impact-driven solutions. The post Sage Grey Finance and Technologies commit to create impact through finance and technology appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News. Sage Grey Finance Limited, a leading financial institution committed to creating impact through lending, investments, fund management and strategic advisory services, and its sister company, Sage Grey...[+157 chars] 2025-03-29T06:17:08 Don't Race Out To Buy SGS SA (VTX:SGSN) Just Because It's Going Ex-Dividend Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/dont-race-buy-sgs-sa-061708126.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/58df37cadd48c6619bbe022c72dae85c US en SGS SA (VTX:SGSN) is about to go ex-dividend in the next three days. The company's next dividend payment will be CHF03.20 per share. SGS has a trailing yield of 3.6% on the current stock price of CHF088.18. Last year, SGS paid out 104% of its income as dividends, which is above a level that we're comfortable with. However, the company's earnings per share have been shrinking at 2.5% a year over the previous five years. It looks like SGS SA (VTX:SGSN) is about to go ex-dividend in the next three days. The ex-dividend date is two business days before a company's record date in most cases, which is the date on which th...[+4203 chars] 2025-03-29T05:26:19 Stock market this week: Who's on top? Top gainers skyrocket as losers take a dive Kuvera https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/weekend-wrap-march-28-stock-market-bse-nse-top-gainers-and-losers-mutual-funds-ipo-nfo-nifty50-markets-stocks-11743055520341.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/27/1600x900/2-0-1425404365-bse--4--0_1679747761006_1743055862293.JPG IN en India's forex reserves surged by $4.5 billion to $658.8 billion in the week ending March 28, 2025. ICICICI Asset Management Company (AMC) launched a New Fund Offer for the ICICI Prudential Nifty EV & New Age Automotive ETF FoF Growth Direct Plan. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced significant revisions to the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) disclosure provisions under the Listing Obligations and Disclo...[+3128 chars] 2025-03-29T04:35:00 Energy giant SSE chooses 'outstanding candidate' for top job Ian Mcconnell https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/25047344.energy-giant-sse-chooses-outstanding-candidate-top-job https://www.heraldscotland.com/resources/images/19264617.jpg?type=og-image GB en Martin Pibworth will become the new chief executive of SSE after the group's annual general meeting on July 17. His base salary will be £970,000 per annum effective from July 17, increasing to £1,050,000 effective April 1, 2026. His remuneration package will also include a cash allowance in lieu of pension of 12% of salary and other benefits in line with the pay policy. "SSE said that Mr Pibworth was the 'outstanding candidate in a very competitive process'. Mr Pibworth, who will become chief executive of SSE following the group's annual general meeting on July 17, ha...[+2300 chars]" 2025-03-29T04:24:46 NGX, African Exchanges call for reforms to drive market growth The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4221131/ngx-african-exchanges-call-for-reforms-to-drive-market-growth.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Industry leaders at the African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA) emphasised the need for modernisation, regulatory reforms and digital innovation to drive the expansion of Africa's capital markets. They spoke at the AEA conference yesterday. The Nation Newspaper. Industry leaders at the African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA) yesterday emphasised the need for modernisation, regulatory reforms, and digital innovation to drive the expansion of Africas ca...[+136 chars] 2025-03-29T04:00:00 AG Griffin ends investigation of Wells Fargo LOG CABIN DEMOCRAT https://www.thecabin.net/news/ag-griffin-ends-investigation-of-wells-fargo/article_67aa0e25-8434-5ad8-98fb-97d6e282eb2a.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/thecabin.net/content/tncms/custom/image/0ca0848c-b52e-11e9-8f78-3fe6b53dc422.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Tim Griffin and 17 other state attorneys general announced Thursday the conclusion of their investigation into Wells Fargo & Company following the company's decision to abandon certain Environmental Social Governance policies. If Wells Fargo reverses course, they will not hesitate to reopen their investigation and take action to protect consumers. Attorney General Tim Griffin and 17 other state attorneys general announced Thursday the conclusion of their investigation into Wells Fargo & Company following the company's decision to abandon certai...[+334 chars] 2025-03-29T03:26:45 SECP amends corporate governance rules for enhanced shareholder rights News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/03/29/secp-amends-corporate-governance-rules-for-enhanced-shareholder-rights https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/secp-696x393.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has made amendments to the Listed Companies (Code of Corporate Governance) Regulations, 2019 and the Companies (Postal Ballot) Regulations 2018. The changes aim to protect shareholders' rights, improve corporate governance and ensure the integrity of the market. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) announced on Friday that it has made amendments to the Listed Companies (Code of Corporate Governance) Regulations, 2019, and the Companies (P...[+998 chars] 2025-03-29T03:19:15 Japan gov't urges earlier release of securities reports for investors Mainichi Japan https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250329/p2g/00m/0bu/002000c https://cdn.mainichi.jp/vol1/2023/08/03/20230803p2g00m0bu013000p/0c10.jpg?1 JP en "Japan's financial watchdog wants all listed companies to release their annual securities reports before their general meetings of shareholders. The government hopes listed firms will release their reports ""a day or a couple of days before"" their general gatherings. The move comes amid growing demands from overseas institutional investors for adequate time to scrutinize the reports before exercising their voting rights." TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's financial watchdog on Friday called on all listed companies to disclose their annual securities reports before their general meetings of shareholders, allowing investors to re...[+1262 chars] 2025-03-29T01:36:44 FCC chairman opens investigation into DEI at Disney, ABC in letter: 'I am concerned' Jasmine Baehr https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/fcc-chairman-opens-investigation-into-dei-at-disney-abc-in-letter-i-am-concerned/ar-AA1BSDUD US en "FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced a new investigation into ""DEI practices"" at Disney and its flagship company ABC via X Friday. Disney dropped two DEI programs in its latest SEC filing. Disney and ABC implemented mandatory ""Inclusion Standards"" across ABC. Disney shareholders voted against the Human Rights Campaign corporate equality index last week. Disney earned a top score of 100 this year." "FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced a new investigation into ""DEI practices"" at Disney and its flagship company ABC via X Friday.""I have asked the @FCC's Enforcement Bureau to open an investigation in...[+5690 chars]" 2025-03-29T01:21:43 Democrats ask ethics office to investigate Lutnick Tesla promotion The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/29/Democrats_ask_ethics_office_to_investigate_Lutnick_Tesla_pro https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/29/[] US en More than a dozen Democratic lawmakers asked the Office of Government Ethics to open an investigation into Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's promotion of Tesla stock. The law places ethical requirements on public officials to maintain the integrity of the federal government and to ensure that the American people can trust people in positions of power to act in the public interest. More than a dozen Democratic lawmakers asked the Office of Government Ethics on Thursday to open an investigation into Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's promotion of Tesla stock.Rep. Maxine Waters (...[+253 chars] 2025-03-29T01:02:39 FCC to investigate Disney and ABC over potential violation in diversity practices https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/fcc-to-investigate-disney-and-abc-over-potential-violation-in-diversity-a0d5e5e7c682b5f309981565d49c37689fb39f9f https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/a3dffc4ddd5bef17d2ec82642cb879cd38e3737c/0_18_5074_3044/master/5074.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=c226c9826deae6196eb975cc4f11da10 FR en Brendan Carr, the FCC chair, wrote to Disney CEO Robert Iger to ask about Disney's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts. Disney has been embroiled in controversy surrounding its DEI policies. Carr wants to ensure that Disney ends any and all discriminatory initiatives in substance. The US's top media regulator on Friday said it was opening an investigation into the diversity practices of Walt Disney and its ABC unit, saying they may violate equal employment opportunity regulatio...[+722 chars] 2025-03-29T00:56:54 SECP introduces regulatory reforms APP https://tribune.com.pk/story/2537038/secp-introduces-regulatory-reforms https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/1452047-secp-1499406517/1452047-secp-1499406517.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has made amendments to the Listed Companies (Code of Corporate Governance) Regulations, 2019 and the Companies (Postal Ballot) Regulations 2018. The category-wise voting scheme has been omitted to support minority shareholders' representation on boards and the scrutiniser's role has been enhanced. "Listen to article The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has made amendments to the Listed Companies (Code of Corporate Governance) Regulations, 2019 and the Companies (Postal Ballo...[+764 chars]" 2025-03-29T00:00:00 'One Earth Summit' 2025 Held Successfully Hong Kong Fully Leverages Its Role As An International ... MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/29/One_Earth_Summit_2025_Held_Successfully_Hong_Kong_Fully_Leve https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en There is a need for global collaboration among Governments, Businesses, and NGOs for the development of ESG Investment and Green Innovation.  The Arabian Post reports that the need for this is to lay a foundation for the Development of the ESG investment and green innovation. "(MENAFN - The Arabian Post) Laying a Solid Foundation for the Development of ESG Investment and Green Innovation Calling for Global Collaboration Among Governments, Businesses, and" 2025-03-29T00:00:00 GOP states embrace DOGE — but pursue far fewer cuts than Elon Musk The Washington Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/29/GOP_states_embrace_DOGE_but_pursue_far_fewer_cuts_than_Elon_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en More than a dozen states have moved to adopt DOGE-style tactics, but have shied from setting concrete goals that the public could use to track their success. The public should be able to track the success of the state's DOGEs and set concrete goals. More than a dozen states have moved to adopt DOGE-style tactics, but have shied from setting concrete goals that the public could use to track their success. 2025-03-29T00:00:00 EASTERN PLATINUM LIMITED REPORTS ANNUAL RESULTS FOR 2024 AND PROVIDES ITS TARGETS FOR 2025 Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/29/eastern_platinum_limited_reports_annual_results_for_2024_and https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Eastern Platinum Limited (TSX: ELR) (JSE: EPS) has filed its Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the fiscal year ended and the corresponding Management's Discussion and Analysis and Annual Information Form. It has also issued a Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information. "VANCOUVER, BC, /CNW/ - Eastern Platinum Limited (TSX: ELR) (JSE: EPS) (""Eastplats"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to report that it has filed its Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the fiscal...[+181 chars]" 2025-03-28T23:15:16 Musk's xAI buys X social media platform for $33 billion Greg Bensinger https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8929160/musks-xai-buys-x-social-media-platform-for-33-billion https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/47dd15dc-da08-4d3b-a56d-f41d181a839e.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Neither X nor xAI spokespersons immediately responded to a request for comment. Some of the specifics of the deal are not yet clear, such as whether investors approved the transaction or how investors may be compensated. . i in this case Neither X nor xAI spokespersons immediately responded to a request for comment. Some of the deal's specifics were not yet clear, such as whether investors approved the transaction or how investors may...[+16 chars] 2025-03-28T23:10:03 ESG Africa Conference – New year, new name and new theme! https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/esg-africa-conference-new-year-new-name-and-new-theme/ar-AA1BSpeN US en "The organisers of Africa's largest sustainability conference and exhibition, formerly known as the ESG Africa Conference, have rebranded it to SEACon. The conference will take place from the 15-16 October at the Sandton Convention Centre. This year's conference theme is ""Adapt. Evolve. Succeed. Driving Sustainability in Changing Times"" and the conference will feature interactive sessions, case studies, table discussions and industry breakouts." The organisers of Africa's largest sustainability conference and exhibition, formerly known as the ESG Africa Conference, are excited to announce two significant updates for this year's event, which w...[+11974 chars] 2025-03-28T22:32:00 Signature Resources Announces Closing of Upsized Equity Financing Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/signature-resources-announces-closing-upsized-223200145.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/f8938ff47468439dc110f268960520f5 US en Signature Resources Ltd. (TSXV: SGU) (OTCQB: SGGTF) (FSE: 3S30) is issuing flow-through shares and non-flow-through units for gross proceeds of to C$1,471,400. The proceeds will be used for completing the maiden NI 43-101, final expenses for the 2024 drilling program, exploration camp maintenance and upgrades, and general working capital purposes. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - March 28, 2025) - Signature Resources Ltd. (TSXV: SGU) (OTCQB: SGGTF) (FSE: 3S30) (""Signature"" or the ""Company) is pleased to announce that it has closed it's previ...[+7653 chars]" 2025-03-28T22:25:00 Notice of Ordinary General Meeting Mar. 28, 2025 22:25 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6071982 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The Board of Directors of German High Street Properties A/S (CVR-no. 30691644) convenes the ordinary general meeting on April 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Søllerødvej 64, 2840 Holte. Mrs. Jutta Steinert will not be a candidate for re-election to the Board of directors. Mr. René Angenend will be elected as a member of the Board. Beierholm Godkendt Revisionspartnerselskab will be the Company's auditor. "Support Us Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 28, 2025 22:25 Notice of Ordinary General Meeting Nasdaq OMX CopenhagenCharlottenlund, March 28, 2025 Announcement no. 274 The Boa...[+11862 chars]" 2025-03-28T22:01:34 Left-Wing Programming Alive and Well Inside Massive US Food Conglomerate, Report Says Daily Caller News Foundation https://tennesseestar.com/economy/left-wing-programming-alive-and-well-inside-massive-us-food-conglomerate-report-says/dcnf/2025/03/28 https://tennesseestar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/mini-wheats_840x480.webp US en Kellanova, formerly known as Kellogg Company, has spent years championing left-wing initiatives related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and climate change. Consumer's Research released a report on Friday. The report comes amid the Trump administration's sweeping efforts to curtail DEI policies. Kellanova, formerly known as Kellogg Company, has spent years championing various left-wing initiatives related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and climate change, according to a Consumer's R...[+3303 chars] 2025-03-28T21:56:45 FCC Investigating Disney Over DEI Programs Anthony Nash https://www.yahoo.com/news/fcc-investigating-disney-over-dei-215645587.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/comingsoon_net_477/2282447e4f9ae8108a849e7f98411f74 US en Brendan Carr asked the FCC's Enforcement Bureau to open an investigation into Disney and ABC's diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Disney recently changed some of its DEI policies, but there are still'significant concerns' about them. Disney is aware of the investigation and will engage with the FCC to answer questions. "The Federal Communications Commission has officially opened up an investigation into the Walt Disney Company and ABC's diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, FCC chair Brendan Carr said on Friday. '...[+2243 chars]" 2025-03-28T21:22:49 Members of Congress Weigh in on Musk's DOGE Initiatives for Energy, Governmental Reform Jacob Adams https://www.dailysignal.com/2025/03/28/congress-reacts-elon-musks-doge-interview https://www.dailysignal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GettyImages-2203694533-385x200.jpg US en Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team were interviewed on Fox News on Thursday evening. Rep. Eric Burlison, R-Mo., wants DOGE to focus on reforming the Department of Energy. Another member of the panel, Rep. Mike Cloud, is concerned about wasteful government'studies' that get quietly slipped into must-pass bills and sail through without scrutiny. Brad Smith, a former health insurance executive, is working on Department of Health and Human Services. He wants to put more NIH grant money to research scientists directly into their hands. Weighing in on a Thursday evening Fox News interview with Elon Musk and members of his Department of Government Efficiency team, Rep. Eric Burlison said that he would like to see DOGE focus on reformi...[+4576 chars] 2025-03-28T20:45:08 ING Is Sued in Landmark Dutch Case Targeting CO2 Emissions https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/ing-is-sued-in-landmark-dutch-case-targeting-co2-emissions/amp-11743194708731.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/06/1600x900/company_1_1733464951182_1733464958176.png IN en ING Groep NV is being sued in the Netherlands for allegedly failing to take adequate steps to rein in its emissions. Friends of the Earth alleges that ING's emissions have risen since 2016 and now dwarf those of Netherlands. ING takes climate seriously and has taken a number of steps to reduce its carbon footprint. "(Bloomberg) -- ING Groep NV is being sued in the Netherlands for allegedly failing to take adequate steps to rein in its emissions. The Dutch branch of Friends of the Earth, Milieudefensie, contends t...[+3765 chars]" 2025-03-28T20:01:37 Medigene AG: Notification of Loss of Half of the Share Capital According to § 92 AktG and Cash Runway Amendment Medigene AG https://www.pressetext.com/news/20250328045 https://www.pressetext.com/img/ptx_adhoc_tw_logo.jpg DE en The Executive Management Board of Medigene AG will invite shareholders to an Extraordinary General Meeting. The Company will adjust the cash reach from July 2025 to May 2025 due to milestone payments and income from contractual obligations not received. Management continues to work to maintain the Company's operations by obtaining additional financing. "The Executive Management Board of Medigene AG (Medigene or the ""Company"", FWB: MDG1, Prime Standard) announces that, in the exercise of its due discretion, it must be assumed that there is a loss of m...[+1194 chars]" 2025-03-28T19:47:01 U.S. Government Investigates Walt Disney (DIS) over Diversity Practices Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/u-s-government-investigates-walt-disney-dis-over-diversity-practices-1034527960 https://blog.tipranks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-1659.png?utm_source=markets.businessinsider.com&utm_medium=referral US en Walt Disney Co. is being investigated by the FCC over its diversity practices. FCC Chair Brendan Carr wrote to Disney CEO Robert Iger, saying the company's diversity, equity and inclusion efforts may not comply with FCC regulations. Disney came under fire for casting Rachel Zegler, a Latina actress, in a live action version of the movie 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,' among other controversies. Disney stock is down 19% over the last 12 months. "Walt Disney Co. (DIS) is being investigated by the U.S. government over its diversity practices. Light Up your Portfolio with Spark: Easily identify stocks' risks and opportunities. Discover stocks' m...[+1656 chars]" 2025-03-28T18:43:49 BITCI: Potential for Omnibus to slow down ESG progress Penny Gray https://www.businesspost.ie/commercial-reports/bitci-potential-for-omnibus-to-slow-down-esg-progress https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=b5002193-43b7-5b58-a6a6-6d9ba23a2702&type=preview&function=original IE en Business in the Community Ireland (BITCI) has worked for 25 years with companies on setting their targets and working towards them through their collective campaign models, including Accelerate: The Business Pact for Climate and Nature. Tomás Sercovich, CEO at BITCI, believes the Omnibus proposals might harm progress. There has been much talk about the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), and its effects on corporate governance, but a ...[+5969 chars] 2025-03-28T17:55:01 EU Companies Face Lawsuits For Climate Inaction While The Opposite Occurs In The U.S. Yusuf Khan https://climatechangedispatch.com/eu-companies-face-lawsuits-for-climate-inaction-while-the-opposite-occurs-in-the-u-s https://climatechangedispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ing-bank.jpg US en ING is being sued by environmental group Milieudefensie for not taking strong enough action to tackle climate change. ING is the biggest bank in the Netherlands and one of the biggest players in the financing of commodities projects, including those related to fossil fuels. In the U.S., companies and nonprofits have been sued for focusing too aggressively on commitments to combat climate change, with some facing costly pushback in courts. The biggest bank in the Netherlands is being sued for not taking strong enough action to tackle climate change, it was told on Friday, as corporate environmental strategies increasingly become a hotbe...[+3573 chars] 2025-03-28T17:36:00 iA Financial Group has published its 2024 Sustainability Report Français i A Financial Group https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/ia-financial-group-has-published-its-2024-sustainability-report-880240568.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en iA Financial Group has published its Sustainability Report for the year 2024 and its Climate Change Performance Report. This year, the company developed a strategic framework to identify climate change risks, continued the decarbonization of its investments, improved its governance structure and pursued initiatives aimed at promoting a culture conducive to a learning organization and to equity, diversity and inclusion. The company has been ranked 57th on Forbes' list of Canada's Best Employers for 2025. "QUEBEC, March 28, 2025 /CNW/ - iA Financial Group is pleased to announce the online publication of its Sustainability Report for the year 2024 centred around the theme ""Growth Oriented, Excellence Dri...[+9544 chars]" 2025-03-28T17:22:00 Missing ECG containers: ‘We'll chase everybody, organization involved' — Energy Minister Isaac Donkor Distinguished https://www.modernghana.com/news/1389489/missing-ecg-containers-well-chase-everybody.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/328202554424-k5fri7t2h0-energy-debt.jpg GH en John Jinapor has vowed to track down all those involved in the diversion of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) containers. He warned against attempts to politicize the matter, emphasizing that he would go after the culprits regardless of their political affiliation. The missing containers were uncovered in an investigative report. "The Minister of Energy, John Jinapor, has vowed to track down all individuals and organizations involved in the diversion of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) containers. Speaking to the media in Acc...[+1221 chars]" 2025-03-28T17:19:18 India Advances Carbon Market with Offset Mechanism and New Methodologies Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3326214-india-advances-carbon-market-with-offset-mechanism-and-new-methodologies https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/28_03_2025_21_56_28_1566325.webp?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Government of India has implemented the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme, 2023, which was notified in June 2023. It laid the foundation for the Indian Carbon Market. The Offset Mechanism allows non-obligated entities to participate in climate mitigation projects. It also provides a structured framework for businesses, industries, and organizations to actively engage in projects that reduce, remove, or avoid greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The approval of the Detailed Procedure and the eight Offset Methodologies is a crucial step in strengthening the carbon market. India has been making steady progress towards its commitment to reducing emission intensity as part of its larger climate action strategy. In line with this objective, the Government of India has alre...[+4952 chars] 2025-03-28T17:00:47 ISC Earns Globe and Mail's 2025 Women Lead Here Benchmark for Sixth Consecutive Year Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/isc-earns-globe-and-mails-2025-women-lead-here-benchmark-for-sixth-consecutive-year https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTQxMDg4OCM2ODM0MjcyIzIwODE1NjY= CA en 44% of ISC's executive leaders identified as women throughout 2024. ISC has been named to the Women Lead Here list every year since its inception in 2020. This recognition highlights the organization's strong leadership team and depth of experience and expertise within the organization. "Article content ISC has been named to the Women Lead Here list every year since its inception in 2020. 44 per cent of ISC's executive leaders identified as women throughout 2024, reflecting sustained ...[+388 chars]" 2025-03-28T16:59:04 GreenX to Onboard $ST Stablecoin ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/GreenX_to_Onboard_ST_Stablecoin https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0WTd9sWIFKQ/0.jpg US en "Greenpro Capital Corp. (NASDAQ:GRNQ) and GreenX are working together to launch the stablecoin ""$ST"" on GreenX exchange by April 2025. They want to establish advantages over other stablecoins to be the Sustainable Token denominated in USD." "KUALA LUMPUR, MY / ACCESS Newswire / March 28, 2025 / Greenpro Capital Corp. (NASDAQ:GRNQ) Leading Shariah Compliant ESG Digital Asset Exchange GreenX is set to onboard the stablecoin ""$ST"" on its exc...[+278 chars]" 2025-03-28T16:52:57 Essex 2023-2027 Strategic Action Plan: 100% of action items initiated, 47% fully completed Sylene Argent https://www.thepeterboroughexaminer.com/news/canada/essex-2023-2027-strategic-action-plan-100-of-action-items-initiated-47-fully-completed/article_66936138-6486-511a-9307-1546fadcae81.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/thepeterboroughexaminer.com/content/tncms/custom/image/c7910cd6-fbf6-11ed-943a-477f8589b241.png?resize=600%2C600 CA en Essex Council adopted the 2023-2027 Strategic Action Plan in 2023 as a roadmap to provide overall direction and outline priorities for the current four-year term of Council. The progress made to date on the plan was discussed at the March 17 regular meeting. "Members of Essex Council were updated on the progress made to date on the 2023-2027 Strategic Action Plan during the March 17 regular meeting. This is a document Council adopted in 2023 as a roadmap t...[+93 chars]" 2025-03-28T16:27:00 Malta Employers urge government to ensure amendments to inquiries law do not erode rights https://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2025-03-28/local-news/MEA-President-urges-government-to-ensure-amendments-to-inquiries-law-do-not-erode-fundamental-rights-6736268955 https://www.independent.com.mt/file.aspx?f=248221 MT en Joanne Bondin is the outgoing President of the Malta Employers' Association (MEA). She spoke at the Association's 60th Annual General Meeting. A major focal point of the AGM was the importance of good governance, accountability, and transparency in the country's economic and regulatory landscape. The Association also took a firm stance on the Magisterial Inquiries Bill. "Outgoing President of the Malta Employers' Association (MEA) Joanne Bondin urged the government to ensure that any amendments to the inquiries law ""enhance, rather than erode, fundamental rights and p...[+4250 chars]" 2025-03-28T16:22:34 Sebi Mandates Green Credit Program Disclosure: Boosting Sustainability in Capital Markets Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3326205-sebi-mandates-green-credit-program-disclosure-boosting-sustainability-in-capital-markets https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/28_03_2025_16_22_33_9076014.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has announced a new mandate requiring listed companies to provide disclosures related to the 'Green Credit Program' under the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) framework effective from the fiscal year 2024-25. Companies can earn green credits by initiating environmental restoration activities, such as tree plantations on degraded lands. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has announced a new mandate requiring listed companies to provide disclosures related to the 'Green Credit Program' under the Business Responsibility ...[+916 chars] 2025-03-28T16:22:21 Sebi Includes Green Credit Program Under BRSR Framework PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-includes-green-credit-program-under-brsr-framework-6742764.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-02-781x441.jpg IN en Capital markets regulator Sebi decided to include disclosure pertaining to the 'Green Credit Program' by listed companies under the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) framework. Green Credits can be generated by a listed company and its value chain partners through plantations of trees on waste or degraded lands and river catchment areas. Top 500 listed entities will be required to undergo BRSR Core assessment/assurance in FY 2025-26. New Delhi, Mar 28 (PTI) Capital markets regulator Sebi on Friday decided to include disclosure pertaining to the 'Green Credit Program' by listed companies under the Business Responsibility and Sustai...[+2630 chars] 2025-03-28T16:13:00 NEW OFFICERS, DIRECTORS https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/29/tmt-newswire/new-officers-directors/2082334 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/28/579641.jpeg PH en United Print & Multimedia Group Philippines (UPMG) officially welcomed its new set of officers and board of directors during the first General Membership Meeting at the Centennial Hall of The Manila Hotel on March 26. Vivienne Motomal of Journal Group is the new president, Angel Guerrero of Adobo Magazine is vice president, Jeanette Dominguez of BusinessWorld is corporate secretary, Sherly Baula of Chinese Commercial News is treasurer, Roda Alonzo-Zabat is auditor, Aldwin Tolosa of BusinessMirror is public relations officer, Jong Arcano of Philippine Daily Inquirer is director, Edna Abong of Pilipino Star Ngayon and The The progressive organization of print media and publication companies United Print & Multimedia Group Philippines (UPMG) officially welcomed its new set of officers and board of directors during the f...[+793 chars] 2025-03-28T16:10:20 New chairpersons for NEA, PUB from Apr 1 CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/mse-pub-nea-new-chairpersons-chaly-mah-chan-lai-fung-5030956 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--juHEzCDn--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/03/28/NEA PUB new chairpeople.jpg?itok=1U3l3RU3 SG en Mr Chaly Mah will succeed Mr Lee Chuan Seng as NEA's chairman. Ms Chan Lai Fung will take over the reins from Mr Chiang Chie Foo as chairperson of PUB. Mr Mah is currently the deputy chairman of the NEA Board and is concurrently chairman of Surbana Jurong and Netlink NBN Trust. He serves on the board of the Monetary Authority of Singapore, CapitaLand Investment Limited and Flipkart. He is also Singapore's Non-Resident Ambassador to Costa Rica. "SINGAPORE: The National Environment Agency (NEA) and Singapore's national water agency PUB will get new chairpersons from Apr 1. Mr Chaly Mah will succeed Mr Lee Chuan Seng as NEA's chairman, while Ms...[+5793 chars]" 2025-03-28T15:59:53 Exelon to Announce First Quarter Results on May 1 Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/exelon-to-announce-first-quarter-results-on-may-1/article_19a1e2d0-783f-5111-9cfe-a193155338ca.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Exelon will hold its first quarter 2025 earnings conference call at 9:00 a.m. CT on Thursday, May 1. The conference call will be led by Exelon President and CEO Calvin Butler and Executive Vice President and CFO Jeanne Jones. "CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 28, 2025-- Exelon (Nasdaq: EXC) will hold its first quarter 2025 earnings conference call at 9:00 a.m. CT/10:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 1. The conference call will be le...[+3263 chars]" 2025-03-28T15:34:02 EXCLUSIVE: Left-Wing Programming Alive And Well Inside Massive US Food Conglomerate, Report Says https://ijr.com/exclusive-left-wing-programming-alive-and-well-inside-massive-us-food-conglomerate-report-says https://ijr.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/exclusive-left-wing-programming-alive-and-well-inside-massive-us-food-conglomerate-report-says.jpg US en Kellanova, formerly known as Kellogg Company, has spent years championing left-wing initiatives related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and climate change. Consumer's Research released a report on Friday. The report comes amid the Trump administration's sweeping efforts to curtail DEI policies. Kellanova, formerly known as Kellogg Company, has spent years championing various left-wing initiatives related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and climate change, according to a Consumer's R...[+3370 chars] 2025-03-28T15:24:02 SEC Votes to Withdraw Legal Defense of Climate-Disclosure Rules https://www.ntd.com/sec-votes-to-withdraw-legal-defense-of-climate-disclosure-rules_1057090.html https://i.ntd.com/assets/uploads/2025/03/id1057091-1.tagreuters.com2025binary_LYNXNPEL2Q15K-FILEDIMAGE.jpg-1200x630.webp US en The Securities and Exchange Commission voted on March 27 to end legal support for rules requiring companies to disclose climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions. The rules were adopted by the commission on March 6, 2024. They were challenged in court by multiple states and private parties, who argued the SEC lacked legal authority when issuing the regulations. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted on March 27 to end legal support for rules requiring companies to disclose climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions—rules that the age...[+3482 chars] 2025-03-28T15:19:02 SEC announces it will stop defending controversial climate disclosure rule https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/energy/sec-announces-it-will-stop-defending-controversial-climate-disclosure-rule https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2025-02/Mark%20Uyeda.jpg?h=a71fd686&itok=Ev6TnJ1d US en The SEC will stop defending its controversial climate-disclosure rule against legal challenges and will not proceed with oral arguments. The Liberty Justice Center was among the litigants challenging the rule. The center argued the rule violated the First Amendment by forcing companies to speak on this issue and exceeded the SEC's authority. "The Security and Exchange Commission announced Thursday it will stop defending its controversial climate-disclosure rule against legal challenges, and it would not proceed with oral arguments. 'The go...[+1242 chars]" 2025-03-28T15:10:00 Exelon to Announce First Quarter Results on May 1 Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exelon-announce-first-quarter-results-151000635.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/e2fb1099837991bead4bb1cafe0b9514 US en Exelon will hold its first quarter 2025 earnings conference call at 9:00 a.m. CT on Thursday, May 1. Exelon is a Fortune 200 company and the nation's largest utility company serving more than 10.7 million customers through six fully regulated transmission and distribution utilities. CHICAGO, March 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Exelon (Nasdaq: EXC) will hold its first quarter 2025 earnings conference call at 9:00 a.m. CT/10:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 1. The conference call will be l...[+1081 chars] 2025-03-28T15:09:01 MRS Oil announces plans to delist from NGX hours after declaring massive Profits Nairametrics https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4220134/mrs-oil-announces-plans-to-delist-from-ngx-hours-after-declaring-massive-profits.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en MRS Oil Nigeria Plc has announced plans to voluntarily delist its shares from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) following a robust financial performance in 2024. MRS Oil declared massive profits in the last financial year. nairametrics.com MRS Oil Nigeria Plc has announced plans to voluntarily delist its shares from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) following a robust financial performance in 2024.The post MRS Oil announces plans to d...[+115 chars] 2025-03-28T15:06:11 SEC Votes to Withdraw Legal Defense of Climate-Disclosure Rules Katabella Roberts https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/sec-votes-to-withdraw-legal-defense-of-climate-disclosure-rules-5832819 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/03/id5832754-1.tagreuters.com2025binary_LYNXNPEL2Q15K-FILEDIMAGE-1080x720.jpg US en The Securities and Exchange Commission voted on March 27 to end legal support for rules requiring companies to disclose climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions. The agency had sought to save the rules during the Biden administration. Now under the Trump administration, the Republican-dominated SEC had been expected to abandon the rules. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted on March 27 to end legal support for rules requiring companies to disclose climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions—rules that the age...[+2256 chars] 2025-03-28T14:55:00 TITAN APPLIES TO CEASE TO BE A REPORTING ISSUER Titan Minerals Limited https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/titan-applies-to-cease-to-be-a-reporting-issuer-864136907.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en Titan Minerals Limited (ASX: TTM) has applied to the Ontario Securities Commission for an order that Titan has ceased to be a reporting issuer in Ontario, British Columbia Alberta and Québec. If the OSC grants the request, Titan will cease being a reported issuer in any jurisdiction in Canadadf. "SUBIACO, Western Australia, March 28, 2025 /CNW/ - Titan Minerals Limited ("" Titan"") (ASX: TTM) announces that it has applied to the Ontario Securities Commission ("" OSC""), as principal regulator, for...[+1416 chars]" 2025-03-28T14:50:43 SEC votes to stop defending climate disclosure rule The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/SEC_votes_to_stop_defending_climate_disclosure_rule https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/[] US en "The Securities and Exchange Commission voted to stop defending a rule that required some companies to disclose their planet-warming emissions and how climate change would impact their business. The Republican-majority commission's decision was called ""costly and unnecessarily intrusive"" by the agency's chairman." The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted to stop defending a rule that required some companies to disclose their planet-warming emissions and how climate change would impact their business.T...[+75 chars] 2025-03-28T14:43:50 Singapore business leaders show cautious approach to climate and catastrophic risk, report reveals Gemma Iso https://theindependent.sg/singapore-business-leaders-show-cautious-approach-to-climate-and-catastrophic-risk-report-reveals https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/wind-farms-fields-2-scaled-e1737162966902.jpg SG en Only 22% of business leaders in Singapore see climate risks as a major concern. 83% of executives in Asia report that the current economic climate is forcing them not to prioritise sustainability goals. Majority of Asian leaders adopt new practices for risk management in response to the frequency of extreme weather issues. Concerns on the energy transition are decreasing. SINGAPORE: Climate risks may be growing, but only 22% of business leaders in Singapore see them as a major concern, according to the 2025 Risk & Resilience: Spotlight on Environmental & Climate Risk r...[+1959 chars] 2025-03-28T14:41:38 US financial watchdog votes to drop legal defence of climate disclosure rules Hayley J. Fowler https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4411572/us-financial-watchdog-votes-drop-legal-defence-climate-disclosure-rules https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/d89fdab/a34abd88-5abc-4067-a72e-1b6f511a37be/9/iStock-941523684-370x229.jpg GB en The USA's top financial watchdog has voted to drop its legal defence of existing rules requiring companies to report on their emissions, green spending and threats they face from global warming in what is called a change in the current legal position of the Financial Stability Board. The USA's top financial watchdog has voted to drop its legal defence of existing rules requiring companies to report on their emissions, green spending, and threats they face from global warming, in w...[+6 chars] 2025-03-28T14:28:52 SEC votes to stop defending climate disclosure rule Rachel Frazin https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/5219617-sec-climate-disclosure-rule https://thehill.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/01/65a0109cd8de22.86265559-e1733335491846.jpeg?w=1280 US en The Securities and Exchange Commission voted to stop defending a rule that required some companies to disclose their planet-warming emissions and how climate change would impact their business. The acting chair, Mark Uyeda, said in a statement that the rule was 'costly and unnecessarily intrusive'. Climate activists said that the decision provides less transparency for the public. "The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted to stop defending a rule that required some companies to disclose their planet-warming emissions and how climate change would impact their business. ...[+732 chars]" 2025-03-28T14:03:35 Saia (NASDAQ:SAIA) stock performs better than its underlying earnings growth over last five years Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/saia-nasdaq-saia-stock-performs-140335368.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/976387f9691d9e9c613091b5dddac717 US en Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ:SAIAA) saw its share price drop 21% in the last quarter. However, the share price is up 486% over the last five years. Long-term shareholders have made money, with a gain of 42% per year over half a decade. The market itself is up 9.5%. Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ:SAIA) shareholders might be concerned after seeing the share price drop 21% in the last quarter. But that doesn't undermine the fantastic longer term performance (measured over five...[+3393 chars] 2025-03-28T14:02:47 Billyana Kuncheva: 'Forced action tends to generate resentment' https://delano.lu/article/billyana-kuncheva-forced-action-tends-to-generate-resentment https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/billyana-kuncheva-forced-action-tends-to-generate-resentment/0.5/0.5/600/400/713925.jpg LU en Billyana Kuncheva is an investment and governance professional serving as a board director for fund management companies, investment funds and operating companies. She holds an M.Sc. (Econ) and is a CFA charterholder with post-graduate investment and sustainability certificates from Yale-School of Management/Edhec and the London Business School. Her board director credentials include certifications from the ILA, Insead, and Ecoda. Billyana Kuncheva is an investment and governance professional serving as a board director for fund management companies, investment funds and operating companies. Leveraging her senior executive expe...[+2664 chars] 2025-03-28T13:40:06 Why is your bank prioritizing climate goals over the profitability of your investments? Tom https://www.sgtreport.com/2025/03/why-is-your-bank-prioritizing-climate-goals-over-the-profitability-of-your-investments https://www.americaoutloud.news/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/climate-bank-investments.jpeg US en Investors should be aware of the role of the ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) movement in their pension funds and other investments. Many banks and investment companies are at the forefront of incorporating climate change into their decision-making processes. Some firms have even divested from fossil fuel companies to align with global decarbonization goals. "by Tom Harris, How would you react if you discovered that your bank manager knowingly accepted lower returns in your investment portfolio in order to bolster political causes his financial institution...[+2675 chars]" 2025-03-28T13:25:31 Enact Releases 2024 Sustainability Report Enact Holdings https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/enact-releases-2024-sustainability-report/article_060915b8-4c99-598e-9909-ec2012aece91.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Enact Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACT) announced the release of its 2024 Sustainability Report covering the calendar year 2024. This report continues Enact's transparency on its progress in areas vital to its sustainability pillars. This year's report provides new insights into the company's approach to sustainability. "RALEIGH, N.C., March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enact Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACT) (Enact) today announced the release of its 2024 Sustainability Report covering the calendar year 2024. This report ...[+473 chars]" 2025-03-28T13:04:39 O-I Glass Announces New Ambitious 2030 Sustainability Goals https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/randy-burns-d6f0aeb7443ddab9da2698892367511f https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en 2025 is going to be a milestone year for O-I in sustainability. They are raising their GHG emissions reduction goal from 25% to 47%, their renewable electricity goal from 40% to 80%, and their average cullet usage goal from 50% to 60%. This aligns them with the Paris Agreement and with a 1.5-degree pathway. "Glass is already the most sustainable packaging material. Now, we're taking bold steps to further support its circularity and decarbonization by elevating our 2030 sustainability goals. '2025 is going...[+2816 chars]" 2025-03-28T13:04:25 Sweetgreen Announces the Nominations of Monty Moran and Dawn Ostroff to the Board of Directors Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/sweetgreen-announces-the-nominations-of-monty-moran-and-dawn-ostroff-to-the-board-of-directors/article_b24137ef-6ce7-5a24-9169-587557d28308.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/af/fafe740e-024a-5373-9ce7-f839c5432005/67e69fe0e2501.image.jpg?crop=1607%2C844%2C0%2C222&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Monty Moran, former co-CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, and Dawn Ostroff, former Chief Content and Advertising Business Officer at Spotify, will stand for election to the company's Board of Directors at its 2025 annual meeting of stockholders. This page requires Javascript. "LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 28, 2025-- Sweetgreen, the mission-driven restaurant brand connecting more people to real food, today announced the nominations of Monty Moran, former co-CEO of Chipo...[+8246 chars]" 2025-03-28T13:00:00 Capital Power to release first quarter 2025 results on May 1 Capital Power Corporation https://finance.yahoo.com/news/capital-power-release-first-quarter-130000952.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/2aae6d456ba08f8abc62e4e727a186a9 US en Capital Power Corporation (TSX: CPX) will release its 2025 first quarter results before the markets open on May 1, 2025. A conference call and webcast to discuss the results will be held the same day at 9:00 am MT (11:00 a.m. ET). Capital Power's head office is located within the traditional and contemporary home of many Indigenous Peoples. EDMONTON, Alberta, March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Power Corporation (TSX: CPX) will release its 2025 first quarter results before the markets open on May 1, 2025. A conference call and web...[+1484 chars] 2025-03-28T12:46:47 We analyzed racial justice statements from the 500 largest US companies and found that DEI officials really did have an influence Donald T. Tomaskovic-Devey https://www.yahoo.com/news/analyzed-racial-justice-statements-500-124647157.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/7SpscmVWs.eXhVBdBSGlag--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0xMDAx/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_conversation_us_articles_815/bab598a2e0922c6d5ff377ce044d67f6 US en In 2020, American businesses responded to the wave of racial justice protests with an unprecedented surge in corporate commitments. Donald Trump banned diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in federal government employment and overturned 60 years of affirmative action mandates on firms that do business with the government. LinkedIn profiles provide the most recent 10 jobs a person holds. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella sent an internal memo condemning police brutality and urged employees to take action. He announced that Microsoft would donate $1.5 million to racial justice organizations and invest US$150 million in diversity and inclusion efforts. In 2020, American businesses responded to an unprecedented wave of racial justice protests with an equally unprecedented surge in corporate commitments. Even as President Donald Trump was calling prot...[+8844 chars] 2025-03-28T12:46:47 We analyzed racial justice statements from the 500 largest US companies and found that DEI officials really did have an influence Kevin L. Young https://www.caledonianrecord.com/opinion/conversation/we-analyzed-racial-justice-statements-from-the-500-largest-us-companies-and-found-that-dei/article_c558be00-f92a-591f-9a11-c676a2b9c15e.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/caledonianrecord.com/content/tncms/custom/image/97f38b88-9339-11ec-91bb-637c1bf4402d.jpg?resize=600%2C306 US en In 2020, American businesses responded to the wave of racial justice protests with an unprecedented surge in corporate commitments. They pledged donations, launched diversity initiatives and issued statements in support of equity and inclusion. Some skeptics suggested that corporate statements about racial justice were just window dressing, while others worried that corporations were becoming woke and distracted from making profits. In 2020, American businesses responded to an unprecedented wave of racial justice protests with an equally unprecedented surge in corporate commitments. Even as President Donald Trump was calling prot...[+575 chars] 2025-03-28T12:42:02 Minority Chief Whip calls for mandatory CSR law to drive sustainable development https://www.myjoyonline.com/minority-chief-whip-calls-for-mandatory-csr-law-to-drive-sustainable-development https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-28-at-12.32.52 pm.png GH en The Minority Chief Whip has urged Parliament to enact a national Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) law in Ghana. He argued that voluntary CSR efforts in Ghana have led to inconsistencies and missed opportunities for national development. He cited India's Companies Act of 2013, which mandates CSR spending for large corporations, and South Africa's Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act. "The Minority Chief Whip has urged Parliament to enact a national Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) law. The Nsawam Adoagyiri legislator emphasised that voluntary CSR efforts in Ghana have led to i...[+4164 chars]" 2025-03-28T12:35:13 Institutionalising CSR: A legislative imperative for Ghana https://www.myjoyonline.com/institutionalising-csr-a-legislative-imperative-for-ghana https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-28-at-12.32.52 pm.png GH en Ghana is among the few African nations without a national CSR policy or a binding legislation. India's Companies Act of 2013 mandates CSR expenditure for corporations with a net worth exceeding ₹500 crore (USD 67 million). South Africa's Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Act of 2003 has been instrumental in compelling corporations to invest in socio-economic development initiatives. "Mr. Speaker, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) encapsulates a corporation's ethical obligation to conduct its business in a manner that is economically viable, socially responsible, and environmen...[+7729 chars]" 2025-03-28T12:33:11 ECARX Holdings Inc. Announces Pricing of Offering of 25,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares ECARX LIMITED https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/ecarx-holdings-inc-announces-pricing-of-offering-of-25-000-000-class-a-ordinary-shares/article_3fbf7cc9-297c-54b4-91a2-5c4e40355210.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ECARX Holdings Inc. announced the pricing of the underwritten public offering of 25,000,000 Class A ordinary shares of the Company at a public offering price of US$1.80 per share. Deutsche Bank AG, Hong Kong Branch and China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited are acting as the underwriters in the Offering. The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase up to 3,750,000 Ordinary Shares. SHANGHAI, March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) ('ECARX' or the 'Company'), a global mobility tech provider, announced the pricing of the underwritten public offering (t...[+448 chars] 2025-03-28T12:24:50 NexG names former Public Service DG as executive deputy chairman Faiqah Kamaruddin https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/03/1194673/nexg-names-former-public-service-dg-executive-deputy-chairman https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/nex28_NSTfield_image_socialmedia.var_1743164686.jpg MY en Tan Sri Mohd Khairul Adib Abd Rahman has been appointed as NexG Bhd's executive deputy chairman effective today. Adib was named an independent non-executive director of NexG on Nov 22 last year. He is a substantial shareholder of the company. "KUALA LUMPUR: NexG Bhd, formerly Datasonic Group Bhd, has appointed former Public Service director general Tan Sri Mohd Khairul Adib Abd Rahman as its executive deputy chairman effective today. This f...[+1169 chars]" 2025-03-28T12:21:34 NASC @50; Council Realigns EGS Policy for Improved Food Security Foluke Ibitomi https://von.gov.ng/nasc-50-council-realigns-egs-policy-for-improved-food-security https://von.gov.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_0930.jpeg NG en The National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC) have reeled out policy realignment on Early General Seed (EGS) production for improved seed production and food security as the Council marks its 50 years. Acting Director General of the Council Dr. Ishiak Khalid called on all stakeholders to rally behind the move to reengineer food production in Nigeria. The National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC) have reeled out policy realignment on Early General Seed (EGS) production for improved seed production and food security as the Council marks its 50 years...[+2363 chars] 2025-03-28T12:15:00 AFARAK GROUP SE PUBLISHES FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2024 Afarak Group SE https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/afarak-group-se-publishes-financial-121500976.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/fd48cc2a253ad40f33e9640efb5e6086 US en Afarak Group SE has published today its Board of directors report, Financial Statement for the year 2024, the Auditor's Report and the Corporate Governance Statement. Afarak publishes the Financial Statements in accordance with European Single Electronic Format (ESEF) reporting requirements with the XHTML format labelled with XBRL tags. The Company is listed on NASDAQ Helsinki (AFAGR) and the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange (AFRK). "12:15 London, 14:15 Helsinki, 28 March 2025 - Afarak Group SE (""Afarak"" or ""the Company"") (LSE: AFRK, OMX: AFAGR) Annual Financial Report AFARAK GROUP SE'S PUBLISHES FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2024 Afarak G...[+1572 chars]" 2025-03-28T12:13:40 Tips shared on how to create a cleaner, greener environment at University event https://www.buxtonadvertiser.co.uk/education/tips-shared-on-how-to-create-a-cleaner-greener-environment-at-university-event-5056581 https://www.buxtonadvertiser.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjUzMzViOWUyLTM5NWQtNDA3Yi1iOTcwLTU1MTNiYjlmZDFjNTo4NGZkNTEzZi0yZGNkLTQ0OTYtODIxOC00YjA1NGQwNzI2N2E=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Go Green Week 2025 was held at the University of Derby. The week is designed to help staff and students to become more eco-savvy and protect the environment. The University's Sustainability Team hosted talks on how to reduce carbon emissions through energy efficiency and waste management. Volunteers cleaned up the stretch of Markeaton Brook between the Enterprise Centre and the new Cavendish Building. The Business School was accredited as a Bronze Carbon Literate Educator recently for its commitment to embed climate education and action into its ethos and facilitate a cultural shift towards a zero-carbon society. A new sustainable transport hub was officially opened. "Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Experts shared tips on how to reduce carbon emissions, cut food waste and save money at a series of key event...[+4405 chars]" 2025-03-28T12:00:00 TGT STOCKHOLDER ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz and Grossman, LLC Announces that Target Corporation Investors with Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit! PRESS RELEASE ACCESS NEWSWIRE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/tgt-stockholder-alert-bronstein-gewirtz-and-grossman-llc-announces-that-target-corporation-investors-with-losses-have-opportunity-to-lead-class-action-lawsuit-1034525421 https://app.accessnewswire.com/imagelibrary/c42656b2-bf92-4735-8ed9-f63a72253abf/978711/image.png US en Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a law firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. A class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) and certain of its officers. The lawsuit seeks to recover damages for alleged violations of the federal securities laws between March 9, 2022 and November 19, 2024. NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 28, 2025 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Cor...[+2931 chars] 2025-03-28T11:45:00 Google locks in unprecedented purchase of 'black gold' to fuel global solutions: 'It has the ability to scale worldwide' Susan Elizabeth Turek https://www.yahoo.com/news/google-locks-unprecedented-purchase-black-114500862.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/FDa.uX0HpxrFsSyWlVPjpA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/3a5d800e9355c9b48282794a9a4fa1c8 US en Google will buy 100,000 tons of carbon dioxide removal credits from Varaha, an Indian startup whose biochar is certified on leading crediting platform PuroEarth. The startup's biochar could sequester carbon for up to 1,600 years, helping Google offset its production of planet-warming pollution associated with its development of artificial intelligence. Google is working to reduce the environmental toll of its power-hungry AI operations. "Google has agreed to a record-breaking deal for ""black gold,"" and its purchase will tackle two environmentally damaging issues at the same time. As detailed by TechCrunch, Google intends to buy 100,00...[+2900 chars]" 2025-03-28T11:34:00 Corporate Social Responsibility: A Strategic Imperative for Lasting Impact Alexander Kelvin Smith https://www.modernghana.com/news/1389330/corporate-social-responsibility-a-strategic-imper.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/3282025120953-n6jum8x432-alexander-kelvin-smith.jpeg GH en In today's fast-changing business world, companies are judged by more than just their financial success. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is more than an ethical obligation, it's a smart business strategy. Companies that embed responsible practices into their operations gain stronger brand loyalty, greater customer engagement, and increased investor confidence. Introduction: In today's fast-changing business world, companies are judged by more than just their financial success. Customers, investors, employees, and communities now expect businesses to contrib...[+4439 chars] 2025-03-28T11:34:00 Sri Lanka government to launch restaurants https://economynext.com/sri-lanka-government-to-launch-restaurants-212246 https://economynext.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/nldb.jpg LK en Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission is evaluating proposals to set up a derivative exchange in Colombo Port City. Chairman Hareendra Dissabandara thanks the Invest Sri Lanka Forum for their continued confidence in Sri Lanka's economic and capital market potential. The SEC has strengthened its regulatory framework to uphold the integrity of the capital market. It has also introduced a regulatory framework for green bonds and blue bonds. "ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission is evaluating proposals to set up a derivative exchange, Chairman Hareendra Dissabandara said. The exchange is to be set up in Colombo Port...[+7352 chars]" 2025-03-28T11:10:21 Ashland to host 2025 Innovation Day for analysts and investors https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/ashland-to-host-2025-innovation-day-for-analysts-and-investors/2082100 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/28/579351.jpg PH en Ashland Inc. is hosting an Innovation Day for analysts and investors on May 29, 2025 at the company's Bridgewater, New Jersey facility. The event will showcase the enhanced capabilities and expanded applications of Ashland's scalable technology platforms. In-person attendees will experience the tangible progress through a lab tour. WILMINGTON, Del., March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) is hosting an Innovation Day for analysts and investors at the company's Bridgewater, New Jersey facility, Thursday, May 2...[+2183 chars] 2025-03-28T11:10:21 Elis announces the availability of its 2024 Universal Registration Document and of its Sustainability Report https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/elis-announces-the-availability-of-its-2024-universal-registration-document-and-of-its-sustainability-report/2082101 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/28/579352.jpg PH en "Elis filed its 2024 Universal Registration Document with the French Financial Markets Authority (Autorité des marchés financiers - AMF) on March 27, 2025. In addition, Elis publishes a supplementary report titled ""Our Environmental, Social, and Societal Responsibility"". This report includes regulatory information (Sustainability statement), as well as the overall CSR strategy and performance. It will be available on the Company website on April 3, 2025 in English." "Elis announces the availability of its 2024 Universal Registration Document and of its Sustainability Report Saint-Cloud, March 28, 2025 - Elis filed its 2024 Universal Registration Document ( documen...[+1185 chars]" 2025-03-28T11:01:17 AG Miyares Commends Wells Fargo for Ending ESG Commitments https://www.theroanokestar.com/2025/03/28/ag-miyares-commends-wells-fargo-for-ending-esg-commitments https://www.theroanokestar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Photo-Jason-Miyares-portrait.jpg US en Wells Fargo has abandoned certain Environmental Social Governance (ESG) policies mandated by the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Since October 2022, the coalition has been investigating whether Wells Fargo and five other American banks violated antitrust or consumer protection laws by implementing net-zero emissions policies and restricting financing. "VA Attorney General Jason Miyares. Attorney General Jason Miyares and 17 other state attorneys general today announced the conclusion of an investigation into Wells Fargo & Company following the compa...[+1897 chars]" 2025-03-28T11:01:09 SGS Group shareholders approved a cash dividend of CHF 3.20 per share from 2024 profit Aurel Dragan https://business-review.eu/business/sgs-group-shareholders-approved-a-cash-dividend-of-chf-3-20-per-share-from-2024-profit-281178 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SGS_Img3.jpg EU en The SGS Group's strategy for the future is to strengthen its leadership position through innovation, operational efficiencies, service portfolio expansion and acquisitions. PricewaterhouseCoopers SA, Geneva has been re-appointed as auditors of SGS S.A. and Group auditors for the financial year 2025. Shareholders approved the right to receive a cash dividend of CHF 3.20 per share or a dividend in the form of shares in the company. Patrick Kron and Géraldine Picaud were elected to the Board of Directors. The relocation of the company's registered office from Geneva to Baar (canton of Zug, Switzerland) as of November 1, 2025 "Solid performance and optimistic financial outlook In its presentation on the occasion, SGS management highlighted the robust financial results achieved in the previous year. The strategy for the futu...[+4309 chars]" 2025-03-28T11:00:03 Water retailer commits to Race at Work Charter A reporter https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2025/03/water-retailer-commits-to-race-at-work-charter https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Gail-Cockburn-People-Director-at-Business-Stream.jpg GB en Edinburgh-based Business Stream has signed the Race at Work Charter. The Charter was created to tackle barriers faced by Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse employees. Business Stream is committed to capturing and monitoring ethnicity data to help address any diversity gaps within its workforce. Its leadership team will actively champion racial equality. Edinburgh-based Business Stream joined the Race at Work initiative, led by Business in the Community (BITC), as part of its on-going commitment to embedding an inclusive and diverse working environmen...[+1979 chars] 2025-03-28T10:56:20 Daily Memo: SAF Doubts, SAF Debate, But Europe's Airlines Stick To Net Zero Goal Helen Massy-Beresford https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/airlines-lessors/daily-memo-saf-doubts-saf-debate-europes-airlines-stick-net-zero https://aviationweek.com/sites/default/files/2025-03/2wbykgj.jpg US en European airlines are worried they won't be able to secure enough sustainable aviation fuel to comply with tightening European mandates. However, they insist they are not giving up on their industry-wide 2050 goal. Airline CEOs are at the Airlines for Europe (A4E) summit. BRUSSELS—European airlines are worried that they will not be able to secure enough sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to comply with tightening European mandates, but they insist that does not mean they ...[+103 chars] 2025-03-28T10:56:00 Sri Lanka SEC evaluating proposals for derivative exchange https://economynext.com/sri-lanka-sec-evaluating-proposals-for-derivative-exchange-212224 https://economynext.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/derivatives.png LK en Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission is evaluating proposals to set up a derivative exchange in Colombo Port City. Chairman Hareendra Dissabandara thanks the Invest Sri Lanka Forum for their continued confidence in Sri Lanka's economic and capital market potential. The SEC has strengthened its regulatory framework to uphold the integrity of the capital market. It has also introduced a regulatory framework for green bonds and blue bonds. "ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission is evaluating proposals to set up a derivative exchange, Chairman Hareendra Dissabandara said. The exchange is to be set up in Colombo Port...[+7335 chars]" 2025-03-28T10:38:09 Governments losing patience with European Commission over delayed 2040 climate target proposal Robert Hodgson https://euronews.com/my-europe/2025/03/28/governments-losing-patience-with-european-commission-over-delayed-2040-climate-target-prop https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/14/82/80/1200x675_cmsv2_0208663b-8354-5ea0-87bd-63acae3f1cf9-9148280.jpg FR en The EU is committed to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The missing element is a 2040 emissions reduction target. France, Spain, Finland, Netherlands, Germany and Italy are pushing for a 90% cut of all greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Hungary is sceptical about the target and wants a veto. "ADVERTISEMENT Several EU governments have demanded the European Commission table an overdue proposal for a 2040 emissions reduction target, the missing milestone on the bloc's pathway to climate-neutr...[+5061 chars]" 2025-03-28T10:36:43 ING sued by Dutch non-profit for alleged failures over climate https://www.luxtimes.lu/businessandfinance/ing-sued-by-dutch-non-profit-for-alleged-failures-over-climate/51925576.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/rbiqyi-photo-guy-jallay/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/Photo%20Guy%20Jallay LU en An environmental non-profit has filed a lawsuit against ING Groep NV, alleging that the biggest bank in the Netherlands has failed to conduct its business in a way that adequately takes climate change into account. The suit was brought by the Dutch branch of Friends of the Earth, known as Milieudefensie. It follows a similar case in France against BNP Paribas SA. An environmental non-profit has filed a lawsuit against ING Groep NV, alleging that the biggest bank in the Netherlands has failed to conduct its business in a way that adequately takes climate change...[+1038 chars] 2025-03-28T10:34:34 SK telecom launches ‘DO THE GOOD AI' to drive ESG via AI 바바리안의 미국주식 정복기 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/009/0005466709 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/009/2025/03/28/0005466709_001_20250328103434112.png?type=w800 KR en SK telecom unveiled its new 'DO THE GOOD AI' vision on Thursday. It aims to integrate artificial intelligence across all aspects of its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy. The company is developing AI-powered solutions to address challenges such as voice phishing and care for vulnerable populations. It also plans to take the lead in forming AI governance. "SK telecom unveiled its new 'DO THE GOOD AI' vision on Thursday, outlining a plan to integrate artificial intelligence across all aspects of its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy. T...[+1025 chars]" 2025-03-28T10:26:24 Trump SEC chair pick vows to target ‘woke' investing Amelia Davidson https://www.eenews.net/articles/trump-sec-chair-pick-vows-to-target-woke-investing https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/4e/62/7145b5dd4e3e95df5e872ba9e5e6/u-s-congress-59996.jpg US en Paul Atkins is Donald Trump's pick to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission. He wants to end the use of environmental, social and governance (ESG) metrics in investment decisions. He also wants to get politics out of how the SEC interacts with the financial markets. The injection of 'woke' factors, including climate impacts, into investment decisions will soon be a thing of the past, said President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Securities and Exchange Commissio...[+664 chars] 2025-03-28T10:22:25 Stevenage students take part in sustainability workshop Joe Benham https://www.thecomet.net/news/25044899.marriotts-school-students-join-sustainability-workshop https://www.thecomet.net/resources/images/19261149.jpg?type=og-image GB en The Year 9 pupils from Marriott School participated in the interactive session on March 13. It was delivered by Sustainable X and supported by Stevenage Borough Council. The session encouraged students to think about how sustainability connects to their lives and future careers. Key topics covered included what sustainability means, how organisations are cutting emissions and the growing demand for sustainability skills. "The Year 9 pupils from Marriotts School participated in the interactive session on March 13. The workshop was designed to introduce them to the principles of sustainability, how businesses are becomin...[+2201 chars]" 2025-03-28T10:22:25 Marriotts School students join sustainability workshop Joe Benham https://thecomet.net/news/25044899.marriotts-school-students-join-sustainability-workshop https://www.thecomet.net/resources/images/19261149.jpg?type=og-image GB en The Year 9 pupils from Marriott School participated in the interactive session on March 13. It was delivered by Sustainable X and supported by Stevenage Borough Council. The session encouraged students to think about how sustainability connects to their lives and future careers. Key topics covered included what sustainability means, how organisations are cutting emissions and the growing demand for sustainability skills. "The Year 9 pupils from Marriotts School participated in the interactive session on March 13. The workshop was designed to introduce them to the principles of sustainability, how businesses are becomin...[+2201 chars]" 2025-03-28T10:17:00 Veto on Commercial Act revision discourages foreign investors, biz lobby says Lee Yeon-woo https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2025/03/175_395186.html https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/e99e4f7f1b5b4ee29af7285dcae2be0d.png KR en Korea's weighting in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index has dropped below 10 percent. Asian Corporate Governance Association (ACGA) attributes the fall to declining shareholder trust in the market. ACGA represents about 100 members, including international pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, asset managers and investment banks, collectively managing $40 trillion across 18 markets. "By Lee Yeon-woo Korea's weighting in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index has recently dropped below 10 percent. This marks a stark contrast from 10 years ago when the investment industry questioned whethe...[+2731 chars]" 2025-03-28T10:14:00 Leveraging technology for ESG reporting and green finance management Khanh Linh https://vir.com.vn/leveraging-technology-for-esg-reporting-and-green-finance-management-125351.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/032025/28/09/463dfe5182ce3668744b180611f5b319.jpg?rt=20250328091819?randTime=1743160208 VN en ACCA and FPT Corporation signed an MoU on strategic cooperation in digital transformation and sustainable development in Hanoi on March 19. Panel discussion provided in-depth insights into environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting and green finance. Experts highlighted how digital solutions are transforming corporate sustainability practices by enhancing financial transparency and improving the accuracy of ESG reporting. As part of a signing ceremony for an MoU on digital transformation and sustainable development between the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and FPT Corporation on March 19, a pane...[+5759 chars] 2025-03-28T10:13:28 SEC won't defend Biden-era climate rule in court Lesley Clark https://www.eenews.net/articles/sec-wont-defend-biden-era-climate-rule-in-court https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/0d/60/b78e5dc74f9399a6d74a011c016e/https-delivery-gettyimages.com/downloads/1398133289 US en The Securities and Exchange Commission is dropping its defense of an embattled Biden-era rule requiring public companies to disclose the risks posed to their operations from climate change. The acting chair, Republican Mark Uyeda, said last month that a majority of current commissioners voted against the rule, which he called 'deeply flawed'. "Wall Street's top regulator is dropping its defense of an embattled Biden-era rule requiring public companies to disclose the risks posed to their operations from climate change. In a letter filed Thu...[+609 chars]" 2025-03-28T10:00:13 Opinion: Is Mark Carney 'Canada first' or net zero first? Gina Pappano https://www.msn.com/en-ca/money/topstories/opinion-is-mark-carney-canada-first-or-net-zero-first/ar-AA1BPBiW US en Mark Carney is the Liberal leader and a strong supporter of net zero ideology. Gina Pappano is the executive director of InvestNow. She is worried that if he is elected as prime minister, he will continue to promote the net zero agenda. She thinks it would be disastrous for Canada if he did that. "By Gina Pappano It is typical of people like Liberal Leader Mark Carney , who have spent significant time on either side of the increasingly porous border between the public and private sectors, that ...[+4884 chars]" 2025-03-28T09:57:01 New York's Cap and Invest Plan Amounts to Magical Thinking That Businesses Won't Pass Costs Along to Consumers Energy Security https://energysecurityfreedom.substack.com/p/new-yorks-cap-and-invest-plan-amounts https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F313c8b63-4c86-4bea-8cdd-d374d28cf6eb_1500x1000.jpeg US en Roger Caiazza of Pragmatic Environmentalist of New York wrote a letter to the editor about the New York Cap and Invest (NYCI) Program. It's been over 50 days since Gov. Kathy Hochul's State of the State address and the governor has been delaying crucial climate action in New York. The current situation at the federal level will have lasting, harmful impacts on the environment and frontline communities. "Guest Post by Roger Caiazza of Pragmatic Environmentalist of New York. In a recent letter to the editor of the Syracuse Post Standard, Cicero Assemblyman Al Stirpe Jr. and Ethan Gormley from Citizen A...[+15519 chars]" 2025-03-28T09:52:30 """Values Carney""" Mathew Aldred https://mathewaldred.substack.com/p/values-carney https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F83350f3a-e27b-4d54-92ed-c30bcc23584a_3282x1794.jpeg US en Carney has given a speech on values in the Age of Virtue Capital. People can now invest in compassion futures, short disinformation ETFs and hedge their morality with virtue options, monitored by AI trained on Brené Brown, The View and select transcripts from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. "Do you want to read Carney's latest speech on Bankster Values? Of course not, but here's the transcript anyway: 'Values in the Age of Virtue Capital' Ladies and Gentlemen, Ghislaine, Justin, George, K...[+2493 chars]" 2025-03-28T09:41:10 Japan seeking securities disclosures before shareholders' meetings Jiji https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/03/28/disclosure-shareholders-meeting https://www.japantimes.co.jp/japantimes/uploads/images/2025/03/28/460128.jpg?v=3.1 JP en Japan will ask all of its 4,000 listed companies to submit their annual securities reports before ordinary meetings of their shareholders. Many Japanese companies disclose their reports either on the day of the ordinary shareholders' meeting or the day after. Overseas investors complain they do not have access to information necessary to exercise their voting rights. Japan will ask all of some 4,000 listed companies in the country to consider submitting and disclosing their annual securities reports before ordinary meetings of their shareholders, financial service...[+1055 chars] 2025-03-28T09:27:30 Gate City Withdraws Board Nominees, But Blasts Saga's Strategy Cameron Coats https://radioink.com/2025/03/28/gate-city-withdraws-board-nominees-but-blasts-sagas-strategy https://radioink.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Saga-Communications-Logo-2022.png US en Gate City Capital Management has withdrawn its board nominees ahead of Saga Communications' annual shareholder meeting. The investment firm accused Saga of 'value destruction' tied to its digital expansion and called into question its governance, spending, and shareholder alignment. Gate City's central objection lies in Saga's aggressive pursuit of digital expansion. The firm also objected to executive bonuses and perks, including the 'Saga House' in Sarasota. "Gate City Capital Management may have officially withdrawn its board nominees ahead of Saga Communications' annual shareholder meeting per the broadcaster's wishes , but it has not held back a sharply...[+4639 chars]" 2025-03-28T09:12:05 Public companies who have a significant stake must be disappointed along with institutions after KION GROUP AG's (ETR:KGX) market cap dropped by €371m Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/public-companies-significant-stake-must-091205179.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/bf9784b96ac025e5fc7ddb4f352c9ac4 US en KION GROUP AG (ETR:KGX) has a market cap of €5.4b. Public companies own 47% of KION GROUP. Institutional investors own 33%. Weichai Power Co., Ltd. is the company's largest shareholder with 47%. The second and third largest shareholders hold 5.0% and 3.0%. "The considerable ownership by public companies in KION GROUP indicates that they collectively have a greater say in management and business strategy 52% of the business is held by the top 2 shareholde...[+5030 chars]" 2025-03-28T09:02:00 ASIC Updates Relief for 31-Day Notice Term Deposits Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/asic-updates-relief-for-31-day-notice-term-1434480 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1462206092226-f46025ffe607%3Fixid%3DMnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D750%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en ASIC has remade a legislative instrument that gives relief for 31-day notice term deposits. It follows recent consultation with industry. The Instrument continues the relief previously provided under ASIC Class Order [CO 14/1262], which will sunset on 1 April 2025. ADIs will be able to satisfy timeframes for the notices as long as they have taken'reasonable steps' to meet the relevant timeframes. ASIC has remade a legislative instrument that gives relief for 31-day notice term deposits, with minor amendments to pre and post-maturity notice settings. This follows recent consultation with indust...[+2970 chars] 2025-03-28T09:00:00 Singapore looking to buy nature-based carbon offsets to meet 2030 climate target Shabana Begum https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/spore-looking-to-buy-nature-based-carbon-offsets-as-part-of-effort-to-meet-2030-climate-target https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/66295b842599f8dd0449500df8331268c2d53d326429d2f2d1411d515a853d24 SG en Singapore is looking to buy its first set of nature-based carbon offsets to meet its 2030 climate change target. The Government had in September 2024 called on carbon project developers and credit suppliers to propose projects that can deliver at least 500,000 carbon credits each. Temasek-backed investment firm GenZero is offering its credits at the highest price of $55 per tonne for a total sum of $27.5 million. The highest bidder is global commodities trader Trafigura. "The Government had in September 2024 called on carbon project developers and credit suppliers to propose nature-based projects. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO SINGAPORE – The Republic is looking to buy its first...[+7124 chars]" 2025-03-28T08:45:32 Senate calls for transparency in Lafarge cement sale Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4219349/senate-calls-for-transparency-in-lafarge-cement-sale.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Senate called for transparency in the ongoing negotiations to sell Lafarge Cement Plc to Chinese investors. The Red Chamber directed the Bureau of Public Enterprises to enquire into the matter. The Senate has asked for the Bureau to enforces the law on the sale. The Senate on Thursday called for transparency in the ongoing negotiations to sell Lafarge Cement Plc to Chinese investors. The Red Chamber specifically directed the Bureau of Public Enterprises to en...[+34 chars] 2025-03-28T08:37:40 ixigo Earns Prestigious Great Place To Work Certification Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3325405-ixigo-earns-prestigious-great-place-to-work-certification https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/10_06_2024_12_45_01_1833018.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en India's premier online travel agency ixigo has been officially recognized as a Great Place To Work. The recognition is based on anonymous employee feedback. IXigo fosters an inclusive environment conducive to personal and professional growth. The agency promotes innovation through diverse teams and facilitates deeper team connections through international offsites. India's premier online travel agency ixigo has been officially recognized as a Great Place To Work through a prominent certification based entirely on anonymous employee feedback. The accolade undersc...[+1051 chars] 2025-03-28T08:29:59 Disclosure requirements enhanced for Asset Management Companies in Pakistan Staff Report https://pakobserver.net/disclosure-requirements-enhanced-for-asset-management-companies-in-pakistan https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/imf-agrees-to-provide-partial-relief-to-fbr-for-tax-reduction-on-property-purchases-pakobserver-671975.jpg PK en The SECP has enhanced disclosure requirements for Fund Manager Reports (FMRs) by Asset Management Companies (AMCs). The Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan (MUFAP) has been tasked with developing a standardized methodology for calculating the prescribed quantitative measures. The enhanced disclosures will become effective immediately upon SECP's approval of the MUFAP methodology. "ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has enhanced disclosure requirements for Fund Manager Reports (FMRs) by Asset Management Companies (AMCs). According to a press re...[+887 chars]" 2025-03-28T08:29:57 Milieudefensie targets ING in new greenhouse gas legal case Robin Pascoe https://www.dutchnews.nl/2025/03/milieudefensie-targets-ing-in-new-greenhouse-gas-legal-case https://www.dutchnews.nl/wpcms/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/md-md-klimaatzaak-ing-08-scaled.jpg NL en Milieudefensie is pressing ahead with legal action against ING, demanding the bank cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 compared with 2019. The campaign group is delivering a summons to the bank on Friday, but it will be up to a court to decide if the case can go ahead. In November, the group lost a similar case against Shell. "Climate campaign group Milieudefensie is pressing ahead with legal action against ING , demanding the bank cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 compared with 2019. The campaign group is del...[+1114 chars]" 2025-03-28T08:26:00 European airlines urge EU to pull back on climate policies 欧洲航空业呼吁欧盟放松气候政策 英国 金融时报 https://ftchinese.com/story/001105972/ce CN en Europe's airlines have called on the EU to cut back on its environmental rules in a significant shift in tone for an industry struggling to decarbonise. Europe's airlines make up 4.4% of the global economy and 96% of its GDP. "Europe's airlines have called on the EU to cut back on its environmental rules, in a significant shift in tone for an industry struggling to decarbonise. 欧洲航空公司纷纷呼吁欧盟放宽环境规则。在脱碳方面陷入挣扎的该行业的语调出现重大转变。 您已阅...[+53 chars]" 2025-03-28T08:04:13 Tunisia: ENNAKL Automobiles Group makes profit of 48 million dinars in 2024 African Manager https://en.africanmanager.com/tunisia-ennakl-automobiles-group-makes-profit-of-48-million-dinars-in-2024 https://cdnen.africanmanager.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ennakl.png TN en ENNAKL Automobiles ended 2024 with a total of 6,599 registrations, or 12% of the market. The turnover at the end of 2024 was 595 million dinars, compared to 645.1 million dinar in 2023. The net profit after tax was 44.2 m dinars compared to a profit of 34.7m dinars. The consolidated tax for the financial year 2024 amounts to 23.1 m dinar. Ordinary General Meeting will be held on April 25, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. at the company's head office in La Charguia. The Board of Directors proposed the distribution of a dividend of 0.880 ENNAKL Automobiles has just announced that its Board of Directors, at its meeting on March 26, 2025, approved the management report and the individual and consolidated financial statements for the fin...[+1543 chars] 2025-03-28T07:23:00 HKEX chief urges more communication with overseas investors Finance https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/231019/HKEX-chief-urges-more-communication-with-overseas-investors https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/instant_news/20250328/20250328152333contentPhoto1.jpg?1743150153 HK en Bonnie Chan Yi-ting is attending the Boao Forum for Asia in Hainan province. She believes Hong Kong should communicate more with overseas investors interested in Hong Kong-listed mainland assets. There are over 130 companies with a market capitalization of over HK$1 trillion waiting to go public in the city. Overseas investors are increasingly interested in Hong Kong-listed mainland assets and the city should communicate more with them, said Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (0388) chief executive Bonnie C...[+763 chars] 2025-03-28T07:00:00 The business case for sustainability: Why it's a win-win even now Dan Schiaffo https://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/news/2025/03/28/business-case-for-sustainability-why-it-s-a-win.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12931693/istock1768405675*1200xx2121-1195-0-210.jpg US en Sustainability is a strategic driver of business success. Businesses that focus on sustainability gain a competitive edge by improving operational efficiency, avoiding costly regulatory penalties and strengthening supply chains. Slalom's Culture of Sustainability offering helps organizations assess how deeply sustainability is embedded into leadership, governance and operations. As businesses face tighter budgets, competing priorities and a shifting political and cultural landscape, sustainability initiatives are often questioned — viewed as optional rather than essential. Bu...[+5937 chars] 2025-03-28T06:16:11 Senate seeks transparency in Lafarge sale to Chinese investors Business Day https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4218959/senate-seeks-transparency-in-lafarge-sale-to-chinese-investors.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Senate has called for transparency in the ongoing negotiations involving the sale of Lafarge Cement Plc to Chinese investors. The Senate seeks transparency in Lafarge's sale to the Chinese investors and wants the negotiations to be fair and transparent for all interested parties. The Senate has called for transparency in the ongoing negotiations involving the sale of Lafarge Cement Plc to Chinese investors.read more Senate seeks transparency in Lafarge sale to Chinese investor...[+32 chars] 2025-03-28T06:16:10 Japan to Seek Report Disclosure before Shareholders' Meetings https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2025032800486/japan-to-seek-report-disclosure-before-shareholders'-meetings.html https://www.nippon.com/en/ncommon/contents/news/2773167/2773167.jpg JP en Japan will ask all of 4,000 listed companies in the country to consider submitting and disclosing their annual securities reports before ordinary meetings of their shareholders. The government will make the request in response to criticism from overseas investors that they do not have enough access to information necessary to exercise their voting rights at such meetings. "News from Japan Mar 28, 2025 15:16 (JST) Tokyo, March 28 (Jiji Press)--Japan will ask all of some 4,000 listed companies in the country to consider submitting and disclosing their annual securities re...[+918 chars]" 2025-03-28T05:59:00 Firstsource in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 for second consecutive year https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6071461 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Firstsource Solutions Limited (NSE: FSL) (BSE: 532809) is an RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group company. Firstsource has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for the second year in a row. It achieved a CSA Score of 81 and was in the top 99th percentile of the industry. "- Top 99th percentile - Named 'Industry Mover' - Among 'Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score' MELBOURNE, Australia, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Firstsource Solutions Limited (NSE: FSL) (BSE: 532809), an RP-...[+4085 chars]" 2025-03-28T05:21:52 CFA Society Sri Lanka and Deloitte Lead the Way in Green Bond Investments LBO https://www.lankabusinessonline.com/cfa-society-sri-lanka-and-deloitte-lead-the-way-in-green-bond-investments https://www.lankabusinessonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/FItch-SPO-for-Green-Bond-Framework.jpg LK en CFA Society Sri Lanka and Deloitte are presenting a program on Green Bonds on April 2, 2025, at the Galle Face Hotel in Colombo. The program aims to provide finance professionals, corporate leaders, and regulatory bodies with critical insights into Green Bonds. The session will feature expert-led discussions and real-world case studies from industry leaders. As the global financial landscape increasingly shifts towards sustainability, CFA Society Sri Lanka (CFASSL) and Deloitte have partnered to present a pioneering program on Green Bonds. This initiative...[+4734 chars] 2025-03-28T05:01:21 Mireille Kiffer: 'Many men don't even realise' https://delano.lu/article/mireille-kiffer-many-men-act-as-if-they-are-in-a-boys-club https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/mireille-kiffer-many-men-act-as-if-they-are-in-a-boys-club/0.5/0.5/600/400/713827.jpg LU en Mireille Kiffer has been a director/non-executive director and RC for several funds since January 2023. She has 25 years' experience in both UCITs and AIFs. She started her career in investment funds at Nomura Bank Luxembourg in 1999. She is in favor of quotas for women on boards. Since January 2023, Mireille Kiffer has been a director/non-executive director and RC for several funds, some of them large infrastructure funds of MEAG/Munich Re group. Prior to that, she was a condu...[+3403 chars] 2025-03-28T05:00:00 Are Your Financial Investments Good for the Planet? https://madison.com/online_features/community_cares/article_54350fc9-3803-5934-ba4e-7ea39a434b1d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/madison.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/f1/4f18672f-38e4-574d-9982-889f49a95658/67e652a098a46.image.jpg?crop=600%2C315%2C0%2C0 US en Socially responsible investing (SRI) is a strategy that aligns your portfolio with your passions. It involves seeking out investment opportunities with companies that follow environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards. Following the news can help you identify which companies are making a positive impact. A CFP can guide you in avoiding unethical companies and finding meaningful investment opportunities. "Facebook Twitter Email Print Copy article link Save (StatePoint) Did you know that a thoughtful investment strategy can go beyond simply delivering big returns? Financial professionals say that with s...[+2398 chars]" 2025-03-28T04:55:39 Is Now The Time To Put Solarvest Holdings Berhad (KLSE:SLVEST) On Your Watchlist? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/now-time-put-solarvest-holdings-045539290.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/16016486ecb815bcffeea7a1908fff4e US en Solarvest Holdings Berhad (KLSE:SLVEST) has grown its earnings per share by 54% per year over the last three years. Its EBIT margins have improved by 7.0% in the last year to reach 16%, but revenue was down 19%. The company's insiders own a significant chunk of shares worth RM257m. It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story even if these companies are loss-making. Sometimes these stories can cloud the mind...[+4320 chars] 2025-03-28T04:29:36 Intchains Group Limited Announces Closing of Registered Direct Offering of its ADSs and Warrants Enid News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/Intchains_Group_Limited_Announces_Closing_of_Registered_Dire_6 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uTeeLAdfcXE/0.jpg US en "Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) is a Singapore-based company. It is owned by Int chains group Limited (we or ""us"" in Chinese). It is trading on the Nasdaq:ICG. For more information, visit: www.icg.com." SINGAPORE, March 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) ('we,' 'us' or 2025-03-28T04:22:38 Lotte Card's $300 Mil. ESG ABS Reflects Strategic Growth and Social Responsibility Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=238577 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202503/238577_241955_187_v150.jpg KR en Lotte Card has issued an ESG overseas asset-backed securities (ABS) worth $300 million. The ABS is a Social Bond intended to support financial aid for low-income groups. It is the fourth such ABS issued by Lotte Card since its first issuance in 2021. "Lotte Card announced on March 27 that it has issued an ESG overseas asset-backed securities (ABS) worth $300 million. This ABS, issued with credit card receivables as the underlying asset, saw partici...[+1217 chars]" 2025-03-28T04:16:51 Can Britons be enticed to fix their draughty homes Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4218401/can-britons-be-enticed-to-fix-their-draughty-homes.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en It is easier said than done, but it can be done. It is not always easy to do what is asked of you. It can be difficult to do at all. It's not always possible to do it at all, though. It might be difficult for you. It is easier said than done 2025-03-28T04:08:22 The VP on taxes Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/03/28/the-vp-on-taxes https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2017/08/editorial-11-150x150.jpg GY en Bharrat Jagdeo is Guyana's chief policymaker for the oil and gas sector. He disagrees with ExxonMobil's President Alistair Routledge that royalties and profits are a better substitute for taxes. Kaieteur News would like to see more in royalties, more from profits and a number higher than zero for corporate taxes paid by ExxonMobil. "Editorial… Kaieteur News- It is rare for Guyana's chief policymaker for the oil and gas sector, Bharrat Jagdeo, to differ from ExxonMobil Guyana's President, Alistair Routledge. For his part, Routledg...[+3919 chars]" 2025-03-28T03:51:18 Indore: MSMEs Made Aware Of Sustainable Biz Practices Staff Reporter https://www.freepressjournal.in/indore/indore-msmes-made-aware-of-sustainable-biz-practices https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2023-11/f8a9e273-3b10-4e43-807d-648a7bf407b1/Untitled_design.jpg IN en FICCI Madhya Pradesh State Council organized an awareness programme on 'Sustainability in Environmental, Social and Governance for MSMEs and Implementing Sustainable Business Practices' on Thursday in Indore. Hindustan Unilever Limited and HSBC India supported the programme. Indore (Madhya Pradesh): The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) Madhya Pradesh State Council organized an awareness programme on 'Sustainability in Environmental, Social and ...[+1563 chars] 2025-03-28T03:42:00 Correction Notice of Press Release Announcing Closing of Offering Outcrop Silver https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/correction-notice-of-press-release-announcing-closing-of-offering-861367211.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2652423/Outcrop_Silver___Gold_Corporation_Correction_Notice_of_Press_Rel.jpg?p=twitter CA en Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation (TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) is a leading explorer and developer focused on advancing its flagship Santa Ana high-grade silver project in Colombia. The units issued in the public offering were each comprised of one common share of the Company and one-half of a common share purchase warrant. "VANCOUVER, BC, March 27, 2025 /CNW/ - Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation (TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) ("" Outcrop Silver"" or the "" Company"") announces a correction to its earlier press release d...[+2983 chars]" 2025-03-28T03:30:25 New digital platform to improve ease of doing business Dawn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/New_digital_platform_to_improve_ease_of_doing_business https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iOpJywrdCuQ/0.jpg US en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) launched a new digitally advanced eZFile platform on Thursday. The SECP has claimed that this milestone is a significant one for the country's financial industry.    in Pakistan. ISLAMABAD: After restricting key investor-related information from its website, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) launched a new digitally advanced eZFile platform on Thursday....[+40 chars] 2025-03-28T03:10:44 New digital platform to improve ease of doing business Kalbe Ali https://www.dawn.com/news/1900790/new-digital-platform-to-improve-ease-of-doing-business https://www.dawn.com/_img/social-default.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan launched a new digitally advanced eZFile platform on Thursday. The SECP has withdrawn the details related to the name of directors and their paidup capital of registered companies from its website. The investors can now obtain this information through a lengthy procedure and after payment of Rs600 per page. ISLAMABAD: After restricting key investor-related information from its website, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) launched a new digitally advanced eZFile platform on Thursday....[+1256 chars] 2025-03-28T02:42:44 Spurred by diversification, Equity Group delivers solid 2024 financial results The Independent https://www.independent.co.ug/spurred-by-diversification-equity-group-delivers-solid-2024-financial-results https://www.independent.co.ug/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/All-smiles-equity.jpg UG en Equity Group reports US$468.7 million profits before tax and US$377 million profits after tax for the period ended 31st December 2024. The Group proposed a dividend of UgSh120 per share, a payout ratio of 34.5%. The Group's total deposits grew to reach US$10.8 billion (Kshs 1.4 trillion) with the customer base growing to 21.6 million. From L-R: Sally Jepkorir, a Shareholder, Equity Group Chairman, Prof. Isaac Macharia, Equity Group Managing Director and CEO, Dr. James Mwangi and Daniel Kimotho, a Shareholder, during the Full Year 2...[+8528 chars] 2025-03-28T02:23:24 Sayonara, SDGs? US regulator junks requirement for firms to report climate impact https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/03/28/sayonara-sdgs-us-regulator-junks-requirement-for-firms-to-report-climate-impact/171160 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/03/28/268137.JPG MY en The Security and Exchange Commission's rules were adopted in March 2024, in the final year of Democrat Joe Biden's presidency. It was the first time the companies were required to report and address climate risks. Under the Republican Trump administration the SEC has ended its defense of the disclosure regime. WASHINGTON, March 28 — The United States abandoned plans Thursday to require publicly-listed companies to disclose data on their greenhouse gas emissions and exposure to climate risks, with the financ...[+1993 chars] 2025-03-28T02:00:37 SU Group Received Nasdaq Notification Regarding Minimum Bid Price Compliance PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/su-group-received-nasdaq-notification-regarding-minimum-bid-price-compliance-125344.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1743138871 VN en "SU Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: SUGP) is not in compliance with the minimum bid price requirement set forth under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) because the closing bid price of the Company's ordinary shares was below $1.00 per share for a period of 30 consecutive business days. The Company has a compliance period of 180 calendar days or until September 16, 2025 (the ""Compliance Period"") to regain compliance. If the Company does not regain compliance within the Compliance Period, the Company may be eligible for additional time." Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+2424 chars] 2025-03-28T01:56:24 SEEPCO's Drives To Commitment of Safeguarding The Survival Of Tree Plantations In Nigeria The Tide https://www.thetidenewsonline.com/2025/03/28/seepcos-drives-to-commitment-of-safeguarding-the-survival-of-tree-plantations-in-nigeria https://www.thetidenewsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG-20250328-WA0000-994x600.jpg NG en Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO) has planted 10,000 trees as part of its corporate citizenship approach to environmental conservation. SEEPCO is one of the fastest-growing oil exploration and production companies in Africa. The company is committed to environmental sustainability. As part of efforts safeguarding the ecosystem and reduce the challenges of environmental degradation in the country, Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO) has continu...[+3362 chars] 2025-03-28T01:47:23 RBC Capital Reaffirms Their Hold Rating on Goldman Sachs Group (GS) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/rbc-capital-reaffirms-their-hold-rating-on-goldman-sachs-group-gs-1034524758 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Gerard Cassidy from RBC Capital maintained a Hold rating on Goldman Sachs Group with a price target of $610.00. Gerard Cassidy covers the Financial sector and has an average return of 17.8% and a 62.00% success rate on recommended stocks. The company's shares closed yesterday at $558.92. The word on The Street suggests a Moderate Buy analyst consensus rating for the stock with a $656.38 average price target, representing a 17.44% upside. In a report released on March 25, Gerard Cassidy from RBC Capital maintained a Hold rating on Goldman Sachs Group (GS – Research Report), with a price target of $610.00. The company's shares closed ye...[+1182 chars] 2025-03-28T01:30:00 Resolutions by Lassila & Tikanoja plc's Annual General Meeting and the constitutive meeting of the Board of Directors Mar. 28, 2025 01:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6071001 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Annual General Meeting of Lassila & Tikanoja plc adopted the financial statements and consolidated financial statements for the financial year 2024, discharged the Board of Directors and the President and CEO from liability, and adopted the Remuneration Report for the Company's governing bodies. Dividend of EUR 0.50 per share will be paid on the basis of the balance sheet to be adopted for the fiscal year 2024. Annual fees to be paid to the members of the Board be as follows: Chairman EUR 70,000, Vice Chairman EUR 47,000 and ordinary members EUR 35,000. "Support Us Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 28, 2025 01:30 Lassila & Tikanoja plcStock exchange release 27 March, 2025 at 7.30 p.m. Resolutions by Lassila & Tikanoja plc's An...[+10480 chars]" 2025-03-28T01:13:59 SECP launches new phase of digital transformation initiative https://www.nation.com.pk/28-Mar-2025/secp-launches-new-phase-of-digital-transformation-initiative https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has launched a new phase of its digital transformation initiative, introducing streamlined regulatory processes on the enhanced eZFile platform. The Commission remains committed to continuously improving its digital platforms to ensure a seamless experience for businesses while upholding the highest regulatory standards. SECP has published the draft Guidelines for Professional Conduct in General Meetings. ISLAMABAD - The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has launched a new phase of its digital transformation initiative, introducing streamlined regulatory processes on the enhanced eZ...[+2443 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 Reframing The Impact Measurement Conversation Allison Boxer https://www.forbes.com/sites/sorensonimpact/2025/03/28/reframing-the-impact-measurement-conversation https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e6b604c55960ef1b3baa8d/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Allison Boxer and the Sorenson Impact Institute's leadership team discussed the importance of standardization of impact measurement in the context of the 2024 State of the Market report from the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN). They believe it's important to advance the flow of capital to impact. "By Allison Boxer, PhD Over a plate of local Utah cookies in a sunny conference room of our new office space at the Impact and Prosperity Epicenter, the Sorenson Impact Institute's leadership team rece...[+10198 chars]" 2025-03-28T00:00:00 SEC Votes To End Legal Defense Of Climate Disclosure Rule Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/03/28/sec-votes-to-end-legal-defense-of-climate-disclosure-rule https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e6ee50c4a5a048f6d84cd2/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en In March 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission adopted the Climate-Related Disclosure Rule requiring large publicly traded companies to disclose climate action, greenhouse gas emissions, and the financial impacts of severe weather events. The rule was immediately met with legal challenges and implementation was delayed while the court heard the cases. In February, acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda began the process to permanently end the rule, leaving climate advocates and businesses that heavily invested in reporting reeling. On March 27, the SEC voted to end the legal defense of the rule. Mark Uyeda, commissioner at the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), speaks during a meeting ... More at the SEC headquarters in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, Dec, 13, 2023. Photographer: ...[+3586 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 EU Parliament Likely To Approve Sustainability Reporting Delay On April 3 Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/03/28/eu-parliament-likely-to-approve-sustainability-reporting-delay-on-april-3 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e6df600a9bce3bc3f48a02/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Commission adopted a proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the European Union and a'stop the clock' directive to delay reporting requirements until 2028. The Council of the EU approved the delay on March 26. The Parliament is debating the proposal and considering amendments before a vote on April 3. "European Union flags in front of the blurred European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium In February, the European Commission adopted a proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirement...[+3969 chars]" 2025-03-28T00:00:00 SEC says lower minimum float allowed under exemptive relief Richmond Mercurio https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/03/28/2431563/sec-says-lower-minimum-float-allowed-under-exemptive-relief https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/03/27/2_2025-03-27_19-14-09.jpg PH en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is upholding the 20-percent minimum public float requirement for companies looking to list in the local stock market. However, the commission has allowed an initial public float of 15 percent, subject to strict criteria. Analysts say the new rule can encourage more companies to go public, boost market activity and improve market liquidity. MANILA, Philippines — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is upholding the 20-percent minimum public float requirement for companies looking to list in the local stock market, but said that a...[+2986 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 EBF response to European Commission consultation on Taxonomy Disclosures Delegated Act (EBF - European Banking Federation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/EBF_response_to_European_Commission_consultation_on_Taxonomy https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Banking Federation has submitted its response to the European Commission's consultation on the Taxonomy Disclosures Delegated Act. EBF welcomes the initial steps toward simplification, but highlights that substantial changes are needed. for immediate release. ) PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Brussels, 28 March 2025 - The European Banking Federation (EBF) has submitted its response to the European Commission's consultation on the Taxonomy Disclosures...[+104 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 SECP introduces regulatory reforms to enhance corporate governance Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/SECP_introduces_regulatory_reforms_to_enhance_corporate_gove https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has made amendments to the Listed Companies (Code of Corporate Governance) Regulations, 2019 and the Companies (Postal Ballot) Regulations 2018. The amendments were made on 28th Mar, 2025. ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 28th Mar, 2025) The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has made amendments to the Listed Companies (Code of Corporate Governance) Regul...[+95 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 The business case for sustainability: Why it's a win-win even now Business Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/The_business_case_for_sustainability_Why_it_s_a_winwin_even_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en As businesses face tighter budgets and competing priorities, sustainability initiatives are often seen as optional for them. Sustainability initiatives are seen as an optional part of the business strategy in a changing political and cultural landscape, which makes them more difficult to achieve. As businesses face tighter budgets, competing priorities and a shifting political and cultural landscape, sustainability initiatives are often questioned — viewed as optional 2025-03-28T00:00:00 SEC Votes to Withdraw Legal Defense of Climate-Disclosure Rules The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/SEC_Votes_to_Withdraw_Legal_Defense_of_ClimateDisclosure_Rul https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC voted on March 27 to end legal support for rules requiring companies to disclose climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions. The agency had sought to save the rules during the Biden administration, but the current administration wants to scrap them altogether.   The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted on March 27 to end legal support for rules requiring companies to disclose climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions—rules that the age...[+60 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 SEC ends US companies' need to release climate impact data The Manila Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/SEC_ends_US_companies_need_to_release_climate_impact_data https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/[] US en The U.S. government abandons plans to require publicly listed companies to disclose data on their greenhouse gas emissions and exposure to climate risks. The goal is to end the Financial Regulator's involvement in the defense of the costly and intrusive climate change disclosure rules. WASHINGTON, D.C. ― The United States abandoned plans on Thursday to require publicly listed companies to disclose data on their greenhouse gas emissions and exposure to climate risks, with the financi...[+203 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 Less Enforcement, More Clarity? Atkins Lays Out Future SEC Agenda at Hearing Coin Edition https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/Less_Enforcement_More_Clarity_Atkins_Lays_Out_Future_SEC_Age https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Atkins plans SEC reforms prioritizing balanced regulation and digital asset clarity. Emphasis shifts from aggressive enforcement to supporting innovation and investor protection. Senate hearing reveals bipartisan appetite for SEC reform and restoring agency morale. Paul Atkins is Donald Trump's appointee to the Senate Committee on Financial Services. Atkins plans SEC reforms prioritizing balanced regulation and digital asset clarity. Emphasis shifts from aggressive enforcement to supporting innovation and investor protection. Senate hearing reveal...[+93 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 SEC Votes to End Defense of Its Climate Disclosure Rules for Public Companies (Sullivan & Cromwell LLP) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/SEC_Votes_to_End_Defense_of_Its_Climate_Disclosure_Rules_for https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC voted to end the defense of its climate-related disclosure rules for public companies. The Climate Rules adopted on March 6, 2024 would have significantly expanded the climate- related information that U.S. public companies and foreign companies could share with each other. ") March 27, 2025 Today, the SEC voted to end the defense of its climate-related disclosure rules for public companies (the ""Climate Rules""). The Climate Rules, which the SEC adopted on March 6, 2024, ...[+104 chars]" 2025-03-28T00:00:00 Bakkavor publishes third dedicated ESG report, reiterating commitment to sustainable progress (Bakkavör Group plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/Bakkavor_publishes_third_dedicated_ESG_report_reiterating_co https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Bakkavor Group Plc has released its third dedicated Environment, Social and Governance report summarising the progress made in 2024 by the company against its 'Trusted Partner' ESG strategy. The report reiterates the company's ESG Strategy. ") Bakkavor Group Plc (""Bakkavor""), the UK's leading provider of fresh prepared food, is pleased to release its third dedicated Environment, Social and Governance (""ESG"") report, summarising the progre...[+110 chars]" 2025-03-28T00:00:00 Notes on Financial Stability and Supervision no. 45 - ESG disclosure analysis of a sample of Italian and European banks (Banca d'Italia) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/Notes_on_Financial_Stability_and_Supervision_no_45_ESG_discl https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en This note provides an analysis on ESG information published in 2024 by a sample of Italian and European banks in the context of Pillar 3 and non-financial reports. A specific insight into the Green Asset Ratio (GAR), for the first time published by intermediaries is also provided. ) This note provides an analysis on ESG information published in 2024 by a sample of Italian and European banks in the context of Pillar 3 and non-financial reports; a specific insight into the Green ...[+106 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 Consumers Are Not Voting For The Energy Transition Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/Consumers_Are_Not_Voting_For_The_Energy_Transition https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Consumers need to change their behavior to meet Net Zero 2050 targets, but there is little evidence that they are changing their behavior. - Net Zero 2030 and 2050 targets are not being met. - There is no evidence of consumers changing their behaviour to meet them. Consumers need to alter their behavior to meet Net Zero 2050 targets, but there is little evidence of that. 2025-03-28T00:00:00 SEC Votes To End Legal Defense Of Climate Disclosure Rule Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/SEC_Votes_To_End_Legal_Defense_Of_Climate_Disclosure_Rule https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC voted to end the legal defense of the Climate-related Disclosure Rule on March 27. It's likely to kill sustainability reporting at the national level, as it will be impossible to enforce the rule at the state level.    On March 27, the SEC officially voted to end the legal defense of the Climate-Related Disclosure Rule, likely killing sustainability reporting at the national level. 2025-03-28T00:00:00 Hill, Wagner, Huizenga Praise SEC's Decision to Abandon its Defense of Climate Disclosure Rules (US House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/Hill_Wagner_Huizenga_Praise_SEC_s_Decision_to_Abandon_its_De https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Hill, Wagner and Huizenga Praise SEC's Decision to Abandon its Defense of Climate Disclosure Rules. They are Chairman French Hill (AR-02) and Rep. Ann Wagner (MO-02), Chair of the Subcommittee on Capital Markets and Vice Chair of House Committee on Climate Disclosure. ) Hill, Wagner, Huizenga Praise SEC's Decision to Abandon its Defense of Climate Disclosure Rules Washington, March 27, 2025 - Today, Chairman French Hill (AR-02), Rep. Ann Wagner (MO-02), Chair of th...[+103 chars] 2025-03-28T00:00:00 Shareholder Group Rejects UBS Pay And Share Buyback Plans MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/Shareholder_Group_Rejects_UBS_Pay_And_Share_Buyback_Plans https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ethos is recommending that shareholders reject Swiss bank UBS's remuneration, share buyback programme and sustainability report at its AGM on April 14th.    in the shareholder association Ethos recommends that UBS shareholders reject its remunerations, share Buyback Programme and Sustainability Report at AGM. (MENAFN - Swissinfo) The shareholder association Ethos is recommending that shareholders reject Swiss bank UBS's remuneration, share buyback programme and sustainability report at its AGM on April 2025-03-28T00:00:00 'I'd had about 10 pints!' - Ed Sheeran admits he was drunk during awkward stand-off with Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim after Ipswich draw Goal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/aposi_aposd_had_about_10_pints_apos_ed_sheeran_admits_he_was https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Ed Sheeran is a minority stakeholder at a company. He is a songwriter and a producer. He has a hit with ""I Don't Wanna Be With You"" and ""This Is Not About Love"" and is a regular on ""This is Not About Sex""." Ed Sheeran, who is a minority stakeholder at 2025-03-28T00:00:00 Barr Reintroduces ESG Act (Andy Barr) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/28/Barr_Reintroduces_ESG_Act_Andy_Barr https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) has reintroduced the Ensuring Sound Guidance (ESG) Act to safeguard retail investors from asset managers who subordinate financial returns to political or ideological goals. The legislation is sponsored by Andy Barr, a member of the House Financial Services Committee. ) Washington, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06), a senior member of the House Financial Services Committee, has reintroduced the Ensuring Sound Guidance (ESG) Act to safeguard retail investors...[+105 chars] 2025-03-27T23:58:32 NYC Approaches Net Zero Deadline: Examining System Reallocations for Sustainability Goals archyde https://www.archyde.com/nyc-approaches-net-zero-deadline-examining-system-reallocations-for-sustainability-goals https://media.responsible-investor.com/uploads/2024/01/GettyImages-1454426928.jpeg US en New York City's pension funds for teachers, city employees and the Board of Education are considering divesting from investment managers who fail to meet a crucial June 30th deadline. The funds have already surpassed their 2025 targets for reducing portfolio emissions and investing in climate solutions. The actions of the New York City pension funds stand in contrast to some Republican-led states, which have been actively divesting. "The Stakes: Billions on the Line New York City's pension funds for teachers, city employees, adn the Board of Education, collectively managing over $207 billion, are considering a significant step: di...[+6857 chars]" 2025-03-27T23:57:17 Republican state AGs put crosshairs on Environmental Social Governance Chris Graham https://augustafreepress.com/news/republican-state-ags-put-crosshairs-on-environmental-social-governance https://augustafreepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/trump-gestapo.jpg?_t=1743119840 US en Wells Fargo has ended its membership in the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. A coalition of MAGA state AGs has been investigating other banks for implementing ESG-inspired net-zero emissions policies. The group claims that the banks compromised their fiduciary obligations to customers and investors and usurped the policy-making authority of America's elected representatives. "Photo: © Sharaf Maksumov/Shutterstock MAGA Republicans like the free market, until the free market does things like, oh, I dunno, prioritize diversity , or the environment . When the free market makes...[+2018 chars]" 2025-03-27T23:53:58 EU Council Approves Corporate Sustainability Reporting Delay Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/EU_Council_Approves_Corporate_Sustainability_Reporting_Delay https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/[] US en The European Union is proposing to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the EU and delay implementation until 2028. It has received early approval from the European Parliament.    in the European Union are proposing to reduce the requirements and delay their implementation. The European Union is proposing to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the EU and delay implementation until 2028. It has received early approval. 2025-03-27T23:25:00 Indonesia's Widjaja family moves to delist Sinarmas Land from SGX; more large-cap exits on the horizon https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/indonesias-widjaja-family-moves-to-delist-sinarmas-land-from-sgx-more-large-cap-exits-on-the-horizon https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/729fc9edc22ad3079676c2c5470376c11c1460db4671f821643f6742edaeeebd SG en Indonesia's Widjaja family wants to delist Sinarmas Land from Singapore Exchange's mainboard. More privatisations of SGX counters are imminent, with at least one multibillion-dollar company set to exit, according to corporate lawyer Sandy Foo. "More privatisations of SGX counters are imminent, with at least one multibillion-dollar company set to exit, a top corporate lawyer told The Business Times. ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI Indonesia's Widjaja fa...[+5532 chars]" 2025-03-27T22:10:24 SECP publishes draft guidelines for professional conduct in GMs APP https://dailytimes.com.pk/1280770/secp-publishes-draft-guidelines-for-professional-conduct-in-gms https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2020/08/app-icon-192x192-1.png PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has published the draft Guidelines for Professional Conduct in General Meetings to invite public comments and feedback. The guidelines focus on facilitating effective general meetings with emphasis on pre-meeting preparation, respectful discussion, transparent voting, and post meeting collaboration. SECP launched a new phase of its digital transformation initiative, introducing streamlined regulatory processes on the enhanced eZFile platform. "The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has published the draft Guidelines for Professional Conduct in General Meetings to invite public comments and feedback. The guidelines have be...[+2443 chars]" 2025-03-27T21:56:43 Visionary Cloud Architect Powering Enterprise Microservices & Resilient Cloud Systems Nausad Modasiya https://www.freepressjournal.in/latest-news/visionary-cloud-architect-powering-enterprise-microservices-resilient-cloud-systems https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-03-27/xs1jtzn6/Screenshot-2025-03-28-032313.png IN en Santosh Pashikanti is a distinguished Cloud Architect and Platform Leader. He has led the strategy, architecture, automation, and deployment of over 500+ enterprise projects/assets across AWS, GCP, Azure, and Oracle Cloud. His expertise in implementing the Well-Architected Framework has resulted in secure, high-availability systems, robust disaster recovery and optimized operational costs leading to $200M+ in revenue generation for enterprises. In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, enterprises must continually innovate to maintain competitiveness, scalability, and resilience. At the forefront of this transformation Santosh Pashikanti, a...[+3441 chars] 2025-03-27T21:29:33 Centerra Gold Files Annual Report on Form 40-F Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Centerra_Gold_Files_Annual_Report_on_Form_40F https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/[] US en Centerra Gold Inc. (TSX: CG) (NYSE: CGAU) announces that it has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 27, 2025. Centerra's shares are trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange and on the NYSE. TORONTO, March 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Centerra Gold Inc. ('Centerra' or the 'Company') (TSX: CG) (NYSE: CGAU) announces that it has filed with 2025-03-27T21:05:52 US SEC votes to stop defending climate disclosure rules Reuters https://www.yahoo.com/news/us-sec-votes-stop-defending-210552379.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/6d26d9dd6f5324273ddc9820c64dc0d8 US en The Securities and Exchange Commission voted to stop defending regulations that require companies to disclose climate-related emissions, risks and spending. Since taking office, President Donald Trump has acted to roll back virtually all of the prior administration's efforts to address climate change. The Commission adopted the rule last year, but lobby groups and state attorneys general sued, saying it overstepped the SEC's legal authority. (Reuters) - Wall Street's top regulator said on Thursday it had voted to cease legal efforts to defend regulations that require companies to disclose climate-related emissions, risks and spending, and...[+1495 chars] 2025-03-27T21:04:15 Hayleys launches Lifecode 2nd edition https://www.dailymirror.lk/print/business-news/Hayleys-launches-Lifecode-2nd-edition/273-305393 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-singapore-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.sg.dailymirror.lk/assets/uploads/image_65c4d9941d.jpg LK en The Hayleys group has launched the second edition of the Hayleys Lifecode, its pioneering environmental, social and governance (ESG) roadmap. The updated edition introduces six new focus areas, revised targets and enhanced policies to address emerging ESG challenges. The event brought together senior leadership from across the group's 16 diverse sectors. The Hayleys group has launched the second edition of the Hayleys Lifecode – its pioneering environmental, social and governance (ESG) roadmap, strengthening its commitment to strategically embedding E...[+2067 chars] 2025-03-27T21:02:49 Predictions 2022: 2022 Will Go Down As The Year Executives Were Forced To Care About EX James L. McQuivey https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/predictions-2022-2022-will-go-down-as-the-year-executives-were-forced-to-8b7a50b5246fafc76627816c80714813fc41cac4 https://go.forrester.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/predictions-blog_EX.jpg FR en The future of work team compiled their report on employee experience (EX) challenges. Employees want better resources and better outcomes for their careers and they see evidence that they can ask for and receive the reasonable things that they want from their employers. The report was compiled on the backdrop of the current economic situation. We're so close to emerging from the worst of the pandemic, and executives around the globe are looking forward to what they believe will be a relatively easy year in contrast with the two awful years ...[+934 chars] 2025-03-27T20:51:43 ECARX Holdings Inc. Announces Proposed Offering of 25,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares ECARX LIMITED https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/ecarx-holdings-inc-announces-proposed-offering-of-25-000-000-class-a-ordinary-shares/article_e08e1368-2288-5ac4-8ecc-8ada6340449d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) announced the commencement of an underwritten public offering of 25,000,000 Class A ordinary shares of the Company. Deutsche Bank AG, Hong Kong Branch and China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited are acting as representatives of the underwriters in the Offering. SHANGHAI, March 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) ('ECARX' or the 'Company'), a global mobility tech provider, announced the commencement of an underwritten public offerin...[+408 chars] 2025-03-27T20:44:29 ExxonMobil's Billion-Dollar Growth Plan Yiannis Zourmpanos https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exxonmobils-billion-dollar-growth-plan-204429232.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/09cbec3273d1dfed22ccdc59ca342c81 US en ExxonMobil (NYSE:XOM) reported net income of $33.7 billion in its latest quarterly report. Free cash flow was over $55 billion, supported by $36 billion in dividend and $19.1 billion in share repurchases. ExxonMobil's growth strategy continues to focus on developing its portfolio of high-value assets, cost discipline, and capital discipline. The company is aiming for a $20 billion earnings and $30 billion cash flow growth to 2030. "In a changing energy landscape globally, ExxonMobil (NYSE:XOM) is showcasing its resilience with net income of $33.7 billion and historic shareholder distributions in 2024. With strong free cash flows...[+5340 chars]" 2025-03-27T19:24:00 KL Sustainability Summit To Tackle Transboundary Haze BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/general/news.php?id=2406986 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/f33d2f7c613e3336276822b44dfa96dd67e107324d40f MY en Transboundary haze is expected to be one of the key topics at the inaugural Kuala Lumpur Sustainability Summit (KLSS) from Oct 14 to 16. It will be held in conjunction with Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship this year. The ministry works closely with state governments to reduce deforestation. KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- Transboundary haze, a recurring issue in the region, is expected to be one of the key topics discussed at the inaugural Kuala Lumpur Sustainability Summit (KLSS) fr...[+2169 chars] 2025-03-27T18:37:03 Is Wall Street woke no more? Peter Roff https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/mar/27/wall-street-woke https://twt-thumbs.washtimes.com/media/image/2025/03/27/B3roffLGwokewallstreet_c0-701-1600-1634_s1200x700.jpg?9a4dd8430ef32f904269cc1e4ab9791fd7ac55e8 US en Wall Street and the American business community are waking up to the problems of environmentalism and diversity issues. President Trump's 'Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing' executive order made waves in corporate America. State Street dropped some specific diversity requirements for corporate boards. Walmart announced a reduction in its DEI initiatives, focusing more on core business operations and less on diversity-specific goals. Home improvement titan Lowe's has been scaling back DEI commitments as part of a larger strategy to streamline operations and focus on profitability. Meta has shifted resources from DEI to other strategic priorities. Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin once said that capitalists were so greedy and short-sighted that they'd sell their followers the rope they would use to hang themselves. Or words to that effect. Essential...[+5857 chars] 2025-03-27T18:24:00 IGEM 2025 Expected To Generate RM5.5 Bln In Business Leads BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2406966 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/f33d2f7c613e3336276822b44dfa96dd67e107324d40f MY en The International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia (IGEM) 2025 is set to take place on Oct 15-17, 2025. It is expected to generate RM5.5 billion in business leads based on the industry's compounded annual growth rate. It will have 500 exhibition booths, with participation from 50 countries and attract about 50,000 visitors. The KLSS will be organised for the first time from Oct 14-16, 2025 in conjunction with Malaysia being the ASEAN chair this year. KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- The International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia (IGEM) 2025 that is set to take place on Oct 15-17 is expected to generate RM5.5 billion...[+1628 chars] 2025-03-27T18:18:31 NNPC set to be listed on stock market Premium Times https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4217967/nnpc-set-to-be-listed-on-stock-market.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The PIA provides for NNPC Ltd to list its shares in the capital market in line with the provisions of the Company and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 1990. The PIA is expected to be implemented within the next few days. The PIA provides for NNPC Ltd to list its shares in the capital market in line with the provisions of the Company and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 1990, the statement said.The post NNPC set to be listed ...[+87 chars] 2025-03-27T18:05:00 Datatec reports strong trading update with 6% gross profit growth expected Philippa Larkin https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/companies/datatec-reports-strong-trading-update-with-6-gross-profit-growth-expected-530ad49a-9215-4125-9b76-2658b729f286 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Datatec-expects-strong-annual-results-ahead?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/c62f5db55022dd0c8a7a22420f4a72a6821879ff/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x82&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Datatec shares rose 2.38% to close at R53.76 on Thursday. Datatec provides a range of technology solutions and services through its three core divisions: Westcon International, Logicalis International, and Logicali Latin America. The company plans to publish its annual results on or about May 27. Shares in Datatec, the JSE-listed international information and communications technology company, rose 2.38% to close at R53.76 on Thursday after it said in a trading update for its financial year en...[+3390 chars] 2025-03-27T17:43:55 Resolutions by Lassila & Tikanoja plc's Annual General Meeting and the constitutive meeting of the Board of Directors https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/resolutions-by-lassila-tikanoja-plcs-annual-general-meeting-and-the-constitutive-meeting-of-the-board-of-directors/2081718 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/28/578793.jpg PH en Annual General Meeting of Lassila & Tikanoja plc adopted the financial statements and consolidated financial statements for the financial year 2024, discharged the Board of Directors and the President and CEO from liability and adopted the Remuneration Report for the Company's governing bodies. Dividend of EUR 0.50 per share to be paid on the basis of the balance sheet to be adopted for the year 2024. Annual fees for the members of the Board will be as follows: Chairman EUR 70,000, Vice Chairman EUR 47,000 and ordinary members EUR 35,000. "Lassila & Tikanoja plc Stock exchange release 27 March, 2025 at 7.30 p.m. Resolutions by Lassila & Tikanoja plc's Annual General Meeting and the constitutive meeting of the Board of Directors The Annu...[+10398 chars]" 2025-03-27T17:36:00 New Report Reveals the Corporate Blind Spot: Measuring Social Impact PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/report-reveals-corporate-blind-spot-173600750.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/00c930621001f607820023756ef0aa6c US en TCC Group and The Corporate Measurement & Evaluation (M&E) Community of Practice (CoP) have released their 2025 benchmarking report, Understanding the Emerging Field of Evaluation in Corporate Social Good. The report offers valuable data to help organizations enhance their social responsibility strategies. "Impact Metrics Are the New Business Currency — So Why Aren't Companies Investing? NEW YORK, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TCC Group and The Corporate Measurement & Evaluation (M&E) Community of Pract...[+3149 chars]" 2025-03-27T17:05:00 EU Initiates Four Infringement Procedures Against Bulgaria Web https://www.novinite.com/articles/231534/EU+Initiates+Four+Infringement+Procedures+Against+Bulgaria https://www.novinite.com/media/images/2025-03/photo_verybig_231534.jpg BG en The European Commission has initiated four infringement procedures against Bulgaria. Bulgaria has two months to respond and complete the necessary transpositions into national legislation. Bulgaria and 15 other EU member states have not yet implemented the updated EU social legislation related to road transport activities. If Bulgaria does not address these shortcomings within the two-month deadline, the European Commission may escalate the procedures further. The European Commission has initiated four infringement procedures against Bulgaria, sending formal notices to the Bulgarian authorities regarding the country's failure to implement EU directives with...[+1922 chars] 2025-03-27T17:01:30 Lotte Card Launches $300 Million Overseas ABS ESG Initiative: A Strategic Move in International Markets archyde https://www.archyde.com/lotte-card-launches-300-million-overseas-abs-esg-initiative-a-strategic-move-in-international-markets https://www.ceoscoredaily.com/photos/2025/03/27/2025032710494216527_l.jpg US en Lotte Card announced today the successful issuance of a $300 million ESG overseas Asset-Backed Security (ABS). Since its initial issuance in 2021, Lotte Card has cumulatively issued $1.46 billion in ESG Overseas ABS dedicated to supporting low-income communities. March 27, 2025 — In a move highlighting the growing importance of Environmental, Social , and Governance (ESG) investing , Lotte Card announced today the prosperous issuance of a $300 million ESG over...[+6488 chars] 2025-03-27T17:00:00 Has ESG investing lost its shine? Spark finds friends and worries over Synlait's weak second half Jamie Gray https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/markets/stock-takes/has-esg-investing-lost-its-shine-spark-finds-friends-and-worries-over-synlaits-weak-second-half-stock-takes/2O4J43MGVNC4ZP7745I6QNQIBY https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/MJZ2ICCM5SJ2US2IEYVDG5CEUY.jpg?auth=077a2a09151e462820ea21ff219f13836edfa8350d92921cb774a303888a7bc3&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&smart=true NZ en In the US, environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing faces pushback under the change of government. in the U.S., environmental and social investing looks to be on the back foot, particularly in the United States after the new government. "Environmental, social and governance investing looks to be on the back foot, particularly in the United States after the change of Government. In the US, environmental, social and governance (ESG) inv...[+27 chars]" 2025-03-27T16:50:00 CTF Life's Carbon Reduction Targets Validated by SBTi Reinforcing the Company's Commitment to Climate Action https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6070467 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F03%2F27%2Fb96906a576fd43469e83c3a17718309b.jpeg TW en CTF Life's carbon reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). CTF Life has already reduced its investment portfolio carbon footprint by more than 15% compared to baseline figures from June 2023 and invested over HKD3.5 billion in ESG-labelled bonds and decarbonisation impact funds. "To reduce the GHG emissions per MWh from the electricity generation sector within its listed equity and corporate bond portfolio by 59% by FY2029 (from the FY2023 base year), and To have at least 44.8...[+4770 chars]" 2025-03-27T16:34:51 SEC lowers public float for some IPOs Revin Mikhael https://www.bworldonline.com/top-stories/2025/03/28/662330/sec-lowers-public-float-for-some-ipos https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PSE-BGC_Signage.jpg PH en The SEC has allowed an initial public float of 15% for some companies seeking to go public, subject to strict criteria. The minimum public ownership (MPO) requirement for IPO-bound companies was raised from 10% to 20%. The SEC said it is committed to keeping the capital market 'fair, transparent and efficient' "By Revin Mikhael D. Ochave, Reporter THE SECURITIES and Exchange Commission (SEC) is allowing an initial public float of 15% for some companies seeking to go public, but subject to 'strict' criteria. ...[+4136 chars]" 2025-03-27T16:03:20 Elevating sustainability in corporate boards Ron F. Jabal https://www.bworldonline.com/opinion/2025/03/28/662256/elevating-sustainability-in-corporate-boards https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/group-business-talking-meeting-2-1.jpg PH en Sustainability has gone from a voluntary corporate exercise to a core determinant of long-term success, resilience, and competitive edge. It is imperative that corporate boards take the top role in foregrounding the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities of business in the board's strategic agenda. Sustainability programs that are governed by the corporate board create accountability and alignment with the business strategy. They also embed ESG priorities into risk management and business development. Sustainability has gone from a voluntary corporate exercise to a core determinant of long-term success, resilience, and competitive edge. It is imperative that corporate boards take the top role in fo...[+6912 chars] 2025-03-27T16:00:00 ERC: 54% of power firms non-compliant with IPO rule Brix Lelis https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/03/28/2431548/erc-54-power-firms-non-compliant-ipo-rule https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/03/27/14_2025-03-27_18-47-39.jpg PH en At least five in every 10 power producers in the Philippines remain non-compliant with the public offering rule under the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA). The ERC is optimistic that the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) simplified process could help improve the compliance rate. MANILA, Philippines — At least five in every 10 power producers remain non-compliant with the public offering rule under the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA), according to the Energy Regulat...[+2639 chars] 2025-03-27T15:21:35 State Comptroller Neishalla call for an investigation into overreach by EU corporation sustainability directives Terri Box https://www.wbiw.com/2025/03/27/state-comptroller-neishalla-call-for-an-investigation-into-overreach-by-eu-corporation-sustainability-directives https://www.wbiw.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Indiana-State-Comptroller-Elise-Nieshalla.jpg US en Indiana State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla joined 26 state financial officers in asking President Trump to investigate the EU's Corporate Sustainability Directives and the European 'Green Deal' which impose comprehensive ESG reporting on American companies. President Trump withdrew the United States from the Paris Agreement earlier this year and directed a review of international agreements and initiatives that unfairly regulate U.S. companies. "Posted in State March 27, 2025 STATEHOUSE — Indiana State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla joined 26 state financial officers nationwide asking President Donald Trump to investigate the European Union's (E...[+1828 chars]" 2025-03-27T15:19:18 Shareholder group rejects UBS pay and share buyback plans Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/banking-fintech/ethos-criticises-ubs-compensation-report-and-share-buyback/89075334 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/03/b634c337e26f9099de84ffc9107360e216c13e87-89072090.jpg?ver=0d8500c5&fit=1200,900 CH en Ethos says UBS's executive salaries are too high compared to European financial institutions. The variable remuneration of members of the Executive Board can amount to a maximum of seven times the basic salary. The shareholders' association is in favour of strengthening the bank's own funds and is against the planned new share buyback programme. UBS did not comment directly on Ethos' recommendations. "+Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox 'The remuneration of UBS's executive bodies is too high compared to European financial institutions,' Ethos said in a statement on Thursday....[+2905 chars]" 2025-03-27T15:13:00 Carbon Credit Trading Scheme could help India's climate leadership role https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-insight/climate-change/carbon-credit-trading-scheme-could-help-india-s-climate-leadership-role-101743075664209.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/03/27/1600x900/The-Green-Concept-works-in-applied-ecology--carbon_1725043999263_1743075738562.jpg IN en Greenhouse gas emissions reduction is a collective imperative for Asia. India's Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) is a significant step forward in its decarbonization journey. The scheme has the potential to become one of the largest ETSs globally. The EU ETS, for instance, weathered the 2009 economic crisis and underwent significant reforms to adapt. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction is a collective imperative for Asia, a region increasingly facing the adverse impacts of climate change. As Asian economies chart their development pathways, t...[+5450 chars] 2025-03-27T15:00:00 DuPont Earns Silver Medal from EcoVadis for Sustainability Performance PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dupont-earns-silver-medal-ecovadis-150000698.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/2afc4d09101aeb9068e83f4cbae39368 US en DuPont received the Silver Medal from EcoVadis for efforts to drive sustainability across its operations and the value chain. The company achieved its highest scores in the Environment and Sustainable Procurement categories and significantly increased its scores in Labor & Human Rights and Ethics. WILMINGTON, Del., March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont (NYSE:DD) today announced it has received the Silver Medal from EcoVadis, a global leader in sustainability assessments, in recognition of the c...[+6909 chars] 2025-03-27T14:45:23 Is CARNEY under investigation by the US House Judiciary Committee for his Role in an alleged global collusion scheme to restrict investment in fossil fuels through ESG? Lawyer Lisa https://lawyerlisa.substack.com/p/is-carney-under-investigation-by https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff8d0f20d-9594-4590-b4af-927784819636_526x526.jpeg US en Mark Carney is under investigation by the House Judiciary Committee for his role in an alleged global collusion scheme to restrict investment in fossil fuels through Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. The investigation centers around GFANZ (Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero), an initiative co-chaired by Carney. The committee alleges that GFANz and its members may be violating U.S. antitrust laws by coordinating across major financial institutions to restrict access to capital for oil, gas, and coal companies. "WOULD THAT RESTRICT HIS ABILITY TO DEAL WITH TARRIFFS? Does he need to be a head of state to get himself out of hot water? this below comes from Canada News Network. I also found references to it on N...[+9427 chars]" 2025-03-27T14:42:03 Baltic Horizon Fund general meeting of investors and a notice to convene a new general meeting of investors https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/27/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/baltic-horizon-fund-general-meeting-of-investors-and-a-notice-to-convene-a-new-general-meeting-of-investors/2081600 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/27/578652.png PH en Extraordinary General Meeting of Baltic Horizon Fund unit-holders and Swedish Depositary Receipt holders took place on 27 March 2025 in Tallinn, Estonia. The new general meeting is to be held on 7 April 2025 at 13:00 (local Estonian time) at the office of Northern Horizon Capital AS at Roseni 7 (A tower), 6th floor, 10111 Tallinn. Registration for the meeting will begin at 12:00. The General Meeting will be held in English. The total number of units and votes in the fund is 143,562,514. "Extraordinary General Meeting (hereinafter the "" General Meeting ') of Baltic Horizon Fund unit-holders and Swedish Depositary Receipt (hereinafter the "" SDR ') holders (hereinafter together the "" Inv...[+8689 chars]" 2025-03-27T14:30:00 Transaction in Own Shares Mar. 27, 2025 14:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6070297 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Endeavour Mining plc has bought 7,400 ordinary shares of USD 0.01 each from Stifel Nicolaus Europe Limited as part of the Company's buyback programme announced on 20 March 2024. The total voting rights in the Company will be 242,268,383. Endeavour is one of the world's senior gold producers and the largest in West Africa. "ENDEAVOUR ANNOUNCES TRANSACTION IN OWN SHARES London, 27 March 2025 – Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV) ('the Company') announces it has purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of ...[+5182 chars]" 2025-03-27T14:27:16 France, Italy, and Slovakia Urge EU to Simplify Carbon Border Levy Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3324501-france-italy-and-slovakia-urge-eu-to-simplify-carbon-border-levy https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/27_03_2025_14_27_15_6605101.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en France, Italy and Slovakia want the European Union to simplify its carbon border levy rules. The European Commission has plans to amend the policy potentially exempting 90% of businesses from the levy. The changes come as part of an effort to shield European producers from competition posed by countries with less stringent climate laws. In a push to ease the administrative burden on businesses, France, Italy, and Slovakia have called for the European Union to simplify its carbon border levy rules. This appeal is backed by a document ...[+649 chars] 2025-03-27T14:18:35 Borrow wisely for financial stability, police officers told Simon Masaba https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/business/borrow-wisely-for-financial-stability-police-NV_207717 https://newvision-media.s3.amazonaws.com/cms/ae8aa30d-6dcc-46e8-a7b5-f7559edb88b6.jpg UG en Namutebi was speaking at the 12th Annual General Meeting of the Police Exodus SACCO. He said financial literacy is crucial in empowering officers to make informed economic decisions and he stressed the importance of financial literacy for officers.   Speaking at the 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Police Exodus SACCO, Namutebi emphasised that financial literacy is crucial in empowering officers to make informed economic decisions. 2025-03-27T14:06:31 SK Telecom Unveils 'Do the Good AI' Vision, Integrating Artificial Intelligence into ESG Strategy Korea Bizwire http://koreabizwire.com/sk-telecom-unveils-do-the-good-ai-vision-integrating-artificial-intelligence-into-esg-strategy/311218 http://koreabizwire.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SKT-ESG-campaign.png KR en SK Telecom unveiled its new ESG vision, 'Do the Good AI,' on Thursday. The initiative is structured around three pillars: DO AI, which enhances the core capabilities of telecommunications through AI, T.H.E. AI, that emphasizes the trust, humanity, and ethics of AI deployment, and GOOD AI, aimed at using AI for positive societal and environmental impact. "On the environmental front, SK Telecom is leveraging AI to support its net-zero goals. (Image created by AI/ChatGPT) SEOUL, March 27 (Korea Bizwire) — SK Telecom on Thursday unveiled its new ESG visio...[+2287 chars]" 2025-03-27T13:57:00 EBRD invests in Estonia's covered bond market, supporting green projects Azernews https://www.azernews.az/business/239589.html https://www.azernews.az/media/2024/09/05/ebrd_2_logo_17012018.jpg AZ en This is EBRD's first transaction with Coop Pank, Estonia's fifth-largest bank. The investment aims to support the development of Estonia's covered bond market and to assist the bank in optimising its balance sheet. Proceeds from the investment will be allocated to finance green projects in line with the EbrD's Green Economy Transition criteria. "Listed on the Dublin Stock Exchange, this bond also represents EBRD's first transaction with Coop Pank, Estonia's fifth-largest bank. The investment aims to support the development of Estonia's covere...[+239 chars]" 2025-03-27T13:56:43 Prof. Fabian Ajogwu, SAN unveils revolutionary corporate governance model at Lagos Business School public lecture Business Day https://businessday.ng/news/legal-business/article/prof-fabian-ajogwu-san-unveils-revolutionary-corporate-governance-model-at-lagos-business-school-public-lecture https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Fabian-Ajogwu-1.png NG en Prof. Fabian Ajogwu unveiled the AFG Model at a landmark event at the Lagos Business School (LBS) on March 20, 2025. It is an innovative corporate governance framework that integrates ethics, behavioural governance, conscious capitalism, purpose-driven governance and outcomes-based corporate governance to achieve sustainable outcomes. The event was well attended by C-suite executives and representatives from multinational and indigenous organisations including MTN Nigeria, Stanbic IBTC, Access Bank, JNC International, Seplat Energy, Mixta Africa, ARM, Integrated Power Technologies, Pension Fund Operations Association of Nigeria, Novare Group, Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria and Wigwe University "Executives and friends at the presentation of the book 'Reflections on Corporate Governance' by Professor Fabian Ajogwu, SAN. Lagos, Nigeria – March 20, 2025: In a landmark event at the Lagos Business...[+4985 chars]" 2025-03-27T13:25:11 Power firms not compliant with listing requirement at 54% — ERC CEDTy Clea https://www.bworldonline.com/economy/2025/03/27/662432/power-firms-not-compliant-with-listing-requirement-at-54-erc https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Masinloc-Power-Plant.jpg PH en POWER companies that have not complied with an industry-wide listing requirement represent 54% of all such firms and account for nearly 14,000 megawatts (MW) of generating capacity. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and ERC have been working together since 2023 to help them comply with the law. POWER companies that have not complied with an industry-wide listing requirement represent 54% of all such firms and account for nearly 14,000 megawatts (MW) of generating capacity, the Energy Regulat...[+3099 chars] 2025-03-27T13:24:52 KEK welcomes the constitution of the new board of directors Asa Medical https://telegrafi.com/en/kek-welcomes-the-constitution-of-the-new-board-of-directors https://telegrafi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Bordi-konstituimi-1-image-2025-03-27-at-13.10.19-1200x630.jpeg AL en Valdrin Krasniqi and Merita Kasapolli were re-elected to the Board of Directors of the Kosovo Energy Corporation. Shpëtim Zharku and Filloretë Gashi-Sadiku were elected as new board members. The constitutive meeting of the Board was held. The Kosovo Energy Corporation (KEK sh.a.) in a press release says that it has welcomed the re-election of Valdrin Krasniqi as Chairman of the Board of Directors, as well as Merita Kasapolli as a membe...[+1132 chars] 2025-03-27T13:20:58 USHBC Congratulates Cristina Antelo on Ferox Strategies' Expansion https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/27/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/ushbc-congratulates-cristina-antelo-on-ferox-strategies-expansion/2081481 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/27/578452.png PH en Ferox Strategies was founded in 2018. Cristina Antelo is the legislative co-chair of the USHBC Board of Directors. Javier Palomarez is the President and CEO of the United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC). The council focuses on improving access to contracting in public and private sectors and fair representation of Hispanics in business, media and politics. "Javier Palomarez , USHBC President and CEO, praised Antelo's accomplishments, stating: ""Cristina Antelo's success is a testament to her expertise, vision, and commitment to excellence, setting a high ...[+2175 chars]" 2025-03-27T13:08:31 UK greenhouse gas emissions fell 3.5% in 2024, Government figures show Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/uk-greenhouse-gas-emissions-fell-3-5-in-2024-government-figures-show-b1219244.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/03/27/13/9080cb1c22c839020d700660a5006a7bY29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQzMTY1OTg1-2.43053106.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en These targets are key steps in the country's overall goal of achieving net zero by 2050. This would mean it would no longer add to the total amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.  . in the world's atmosphere would be non-existent. These targets are key steps in the country's overall goal of achieving net zero by 2050, meaning it would no longer add to the total amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. 2025-03-27T13:03:42 'SA government has 100 laws that institutionalize racism against whites' Eliot Mahlase https://www.thesouthafrican.com/news/politics/sa-government-has-100-laws-that-institutionalize-racism-against-whites-elon-musk http://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/musk-elon.jpg ZA en Elon Musk is the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). He wrote on X that the SA government has over 100 race laws that institutionalize racism against whites and asians. Last week, he accused Julius Malema of promoting 'white genocide' in South Africa. "South African-born billionaire Elon Musk claims that the South African government has '100 laws that discriminate against white and asian people'. The world's richest man has been very vocal about the...[+1809 chars]" 2025-03-27T12:45:00 EASTERN PLATINUM LIMITED ANNOUNCES THE PASSING OF GEORGE DORIN Français Eastern Platinum Ltd https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/eastern-platinum-limited-announces-the-passing-of-george-dorin-868559861.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2651644/Eastern_Platinum_Ltd__EASTERN_PLATINUM_LIMITED_ANNOUNCES_THE_PAS.jpg?p=twitter CA en George Graham Dorin passed away. George joined the Board on July 5, 2016 and served with unwavering dedication as Board Chair and Chair of the Corporate Governance and Compensation Committee. George had over 40 years of financial experience, including roles with Ernst & Whinney, Price Waterhouse, and the Royal Bank of Canada. Eastplats owns a number of PGM and chrome assets in the Republic of South Africa. "VANCOUVER, BC, March 27, 2025 /CNW/ - Eastern Platinum Limited (TSX: ELR) (JSE: EPS) ("" Eastplats"" or the "" Company"") announces the passing of our esteemed Board Chair, George Graham Dorin. George joi...[+1734 chars]" 2025-03-27T12:39:57 How can Calgary prosper? Business leaders speak out on what's needed Chris Varcoe https://calgaryherald.com/business/how-can-calgary-prosper-business-leaders-speak-out-on-whats-needed https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/calgaryherald/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/0624-deniz.jpg CA en The Herald spoke with local business leaders about how the Calgary business scene is evolving and what needs to happen to prosper during this time of uncertainty. David Martin, chair of Calgary-based Nureva Inc. believes education is something that needs to be honed and refined. Tuncer Deniz, CEO of Shifty Eye Games believes Alberta needs to diversify its industries to foster growth. "The Herald spoke with local business leaders about how the Calgary business scene is evolving and what needs to happen to prosper during this time of uncertainty. Article content • 'We are coming toge...[+823 chars]" 2025-03-27T12:38:00 ESG의 새로운 언어 제시 '시선소프트', AI 기반 공시 플랫폼으로 스타밸리 정조준 http://breaknews.com/1104279 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2025032712487901.jpg KR en """ESG"" is an abbreviation for ""Esseltsegoansig (AI) and is used in the 25th edition of the AI program. It is a text file with the words ""ESG"", ""AI"" and ""2025"" printed on it." "▲ 시선소프트 박태훈 대표 (C) 시선소프트 제공 AI와 ESG(환경, 사회, 지배구조)라는 두 개념이 만나는 지점에서 시선소프트㈜가 주목받고 있다. 공공 IT 기술에 대한 깊은 이해를 바탕으로, 이 회사는 ESG 공시의 혁신을 이끌며 새로운 가능성을 열어가고 있다. 지난 3월 25일 대전 도룡동 대전콘텐츠코리아랩에서 열린 '2025년 (사)도시공동체본부 ...[+4808 chars]" 2025-03-27T12:33:16 DEI in 2025: Maritime leaders urged to stay true to their inclusion compass system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/DEI_in_2025_Maritime_leaders_urged_to_stay_true_to_their_inc https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PP7fI8XJ1Ac/0.jpg US en "Maritime business leaders are urged to take a look at DEI and ensure their approach to DEI is credible and sustainable, instead of focusing on DEI only.   . ""Instead of DEI, consider DEI as a business strategy." Maritime business leaders are urged to pause, reflect and ensure their approach to DEI remains credible and sustainable. Instead of 2025-03-27T12:30:00 S&P Global Market Intelligence Enhances Enterprise Data Management Product Suite with Seamless Data Access Powered by Artificial Intelligence PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/p-global-market-intelligence-enhances-123000903.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/765b47929810226307c7d92a4b3fc6de US en Global Entity Linking and ESG Data Management Services Now Accessible via the Snowflake AI Data Cloud. S&P Global Market Intelligence's integration with Snowflake will help their joint customers easily aggregate and consolidate data from a wide array of sources and leverage that data to drive a variety of use cases. "Global Entity Linking and ESG Data Management Services Now Accessible via the Snowflake AI Data Cloud NEW YORK, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Global Market Intelligence, a provider of information...[+2990 chars]" 2025-03-27T12:27:40 UBS Efforts to ‘Water Down' DEI Policy Slammed by Proxy Adviser Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/ubs-efforts-to-water-down-dei-policy-slammed-by-proxy-adviser/89073977 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/wp-content/uploads/swissinfo-theme/swi-fallback-featured-image.jpg?ver=1742989457 CH en Ethos, an influential investor group, criticizes UBS Group AG over a perceived retreat from sustainability policies. UBS published its 2024 sustainability and annual reports omits references to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ethos also criticizes the bank's executive pay as it remains 'too high' (Bloomberg) — An influential investor group blasted UBS Group AG over a perceived retreat from sustainability policies, highlighting the reputational risks that banks face when they roll back previous...[+1578 chars] 2025-03-27T12:16:26 'Shell, Exxon, Energy Transfer Flip the Script' By Irina Slav Irina Slav https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/shell-exxon-energy-transfer-flip https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe395c523-1283-41ee-a0d5-1eacd63dfd7d_190x190.jpeg US en Shell, Exxon, Energy Transfer and other energy companies are fighting back against climate activists. A court ordered Shell to reduce its CO2 emissions by 45% by 2030, but Shell won the appeal. Shell sued Greenpeace for boarding a platform in the North Sea and won. Activist investors tried to force Exxon into making greater emission reduction commitments. Exxon filed a lawsuit. Last week a North Dakota court slammed Greenpeace with a bill of over $660 million for its participation in the organization of the protests against the Dakota Access pipeline. "Shell, Exxon, Energy Transfer Flip the Script By - Mar 25, 2025, 5:00 PM CDT The energy industry is increasingly pushing back against climate activists. Greenpeace and other activist groups face major...[+5257 chars]" 2025-03-27T12:04:16 Further details on the mandatory information as per Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1212 (154.1 KB) (further details on the mandatory information as per commission implementing regulation data) (KSB SE & Co KgaA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Further_details_on_the_mandatory_information_as_per_Commissi_e https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bpXKZoG5AV0/0.jpg US en The German Stock Corporation Act and Table 3 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1212 are relevant to the mandatory information stipulated in the EU's Implementing regulation (EU's 2018/ 1212). The information is in relation to section 125(5) of the Act, Table 3, blocks A to C and blocks D1 and D2. )Further information on the mandatory information stipulated in Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1212Pursuant to section 125(5) German Stock Corporation Act in conjunction with Table 3 of Implementin...[+144 chars] 2025-03-27T12:00:00 Southern Company first-quarter earnings to be released May 1 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/southern-company-first-quarter-earnings-120000224.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/e896ccec9844d133b4d8acb745368d7b US en Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the first quarter of 2025 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Christopher C. Womack and Chief Financial Officer Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 pm ET on May 1. "ATLANTA, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the first quarter of 2025 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Chairman, President and Chief Executive O...[+1854 chars]" 2025-03-27T12:00:00 Westwood Launches Global ETF Aimed at Limiting Exposure to Authoritarian Regimes by Licensing TOBAM Index Westwood Holdings Group Inc https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/westwood-launches-global-etf-aimed-120000135.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/332f64390ea18c526179950d9f32042b US en Westwood LBRTY Global Equity ETF (BFRE) seeks to limit exposure to authoritarian regimes while maintaining broad market exposure. It uses TOBAM's data-driven approach to global equity investing. It excludes stocks listed in nations that lack democratic governance, an independent judiciary and strong civil liberties, and prioritizes companies listed in democratic countries. "Westwood LBRTY Global Equity ETF (BFRE) Seeks to Reduce Autocracy-Related Risks While Maintaining Broad Market Diversification DALLAS, March 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Westwood Holdings Group (WHG),...[+11556 chars]" 2025-03-27T11:45:31 FG unveils 2025 SDGs short film challenge to drive storytelling for devt Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4217111/fg-unveils-2025-sdgs-short-film-challenge-to-drive-storytelling-for-devt.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Federal Government has inaugurated the third edition of the SDGs-Short-Film Challenge. The initiative is aimed at harnessing storytelling as a tool for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in N.G. Click here to read the full news. The Federal Government has inaugurated the third edition of the SDGs-Short-Film Challenge, an initiative aimed at harnessing storytelling as a tool for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in N...[+34 chars] 2025-03-27T11:45:00 Equifax Releases 2024 Security Annual Report Equifax Inc https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/industry/high_tech_security/equifax-releases-2024-security-annual-report/article_ee1b9bfe-3db4-5153-8fbf-af6378a86097.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/7b/57bb2b53-ac32-53ea-a4b8-b75fd04d8711/6791636a61a78.image.jpg?crop=962%2C505%2C869%2C0 US en Fifth Annual Report Illustrates Continued Commitment to Cybersecurity Leadership and Innovation at Equifax. The report gives a look into how the organization has doubled down on security and the measures it has implemented to face today's cyber threats, including an industry-leading passwordless authentication transformation. "Fifth Annual Report Illustrates Continued Commitment to Cybersecurity Leadership and Innovation ATLANTA, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Equifax ® (NYSE: EFX) has released its 2024 Security Annual Repo...[+340 chars]" 2025-03-27T11:41:31 Federal Gov't, UN Strengthen SDGs Drive Through Filmmaking Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4217102/federal-govt-un-strengthen-sdgs-drive-through-filmmaking.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Federal Government and the United Nations have taken steps to strengthen the drive towards realising the objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ahead of the 2030 deadline. This was the crux at the launch of the Third Edition of the SDGs Short. The Federal Government and the United Nations have taken additional steps to strengthen the drive towards realising the objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ahead of the 2030 deadlin...[+170 chars] 2025-03-27T11:23:00 Navigating reporting challengesand regulations amid growing ESG demands Frank Dillon https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/arid-41601160.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/9113/4556578_1_seoimageog_iStock-2175724935_281_29.jpg IE en There has been a pushback against the sustainability agenda in recent months. Family businesses will have to comply with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). They will need to provide verifiable sustainability data to their customers. The European Commission will adopt a voluntary reporting standard for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (VSME). Family businesses need to identify resources to focus on this area. There has been an element of pushback against the sustainability agenda in recent months, most notably in the United States but also, to a lesser extent, in Europe. The early days of the second Trump ...[+6296 chars] 2025-03-27T11:07:26 Elvictor Group Sets Course for Growth with Market Upgrade, IR Partnership, and Digital Transformation ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/elvictor-group-sets-course-for-growth-with-market-upgrade-ir-partnership-and-digital-transformation/article_2d879c55-2475-5b73-abe6-a4535b907bae.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Elvictor Group, Inc. applied for an upgrade from the OTC Pink Market to OTC ID tier effective July 2025. Elvictor has a long-standing track record of external audits and operational integrity. The transition is the first step toward further tier advancements and eventually a listing on a national exchange. "ATTIKI, GREECE / ACCESS Newswire / March 27, 2025 / Elvictor Group, Inc. (OTC PINK:ELVG) (""Elvictor"" or ""the Company""), a leader in digitalized maritime crew management, announced today three signific...[+739 chars]" 2025-03-27T11:07:26 Elvictor Group Sets Course for Growth with Market Upgrade, IR Partnership, and Digital Transformation ACCESS Newswire https://www.weatherforddemocrat.com/texas/news/elvictor-group-sets-course-for-growth-with-market-upgrade-ir-partnership-and-digital-transformation/article_858306bc-d840-5a4a-803d-38233831cea5.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/weatherforddemocrat.com/content/tncms/custom/image/e30f3b9c-f9c7-11ea-8072-1fd99b2eb062.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Elvictor Group, Inc. applied for an upgrade from the OTC Pink Market to OTC ID tier effective July 2025. Elvictor has a long-standing track record of external audits and operational integrity. The transition is the first step toward further tier advancements and eventually a listing on a national exchange. "ATTIKI, GREECE / ACCESS Newswire / March 27, 2025 / Elvictor Group, Inc. (OTC PINK:ELVG) (""Elvictor"" or ""the Company""), a leader in digitalized maritime crew management, announced today three signific...[+739 chars]" 2025-03-27T10:40:17 ЕС отлага предложението за целите за климата за 2040 г. https://vremeto.dir.bg/novini/es-otlaga-predlozhenieto-za-tselite-za-klimata-za-2040-g https://static.dir.bg/uploads/images/2024/11/10/2822242/800x480.jpg?_=1731262436 BG en "It's 2035, 2040, 2030, 2050, and 90, and it's 90-90, 90, 90. It's ""Миналия тримесечие"" " "Преди дни Европейската комисия съобщи, че е отложила плана си да предложи нова цел на ЕС за климата за 2040 г. през първото тримесечие на тази година, съобщава Ройтерс. Още по темата Новинарската служ...[+6998 chars]" 2025-03-27T10:35:10 Is It Worth Considering Limoneira Company (NASDAQ:LMNR) For Its Upcoming Dividend? Simply Wall St https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/worth-considering-limoneira-company-nasdaq-103510006.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/712919ee4b283b9a71ff65c2ba22338d US en Limoneira Company (NASDAQ:LMNR) is about to trade ex-dividend. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.075 per share. Limoneira has a trailing yield of 1.7% on its current stock price of US$17.72. It paid out 130% of its free cash flow as dividends in the last year, which is a high ratio for a company. It's encouraging that the company has grown its earnings rapidly, up 51% a year for the past five years. Readers hoping to buy Limoneira Company (NASDAQ:LMNR) for its dividend will need to make their move shortly, as the stock is about to trade ex-dividend. The ex-dividend date occurs one day before the ...[+4622 chars] 2025-03-27T10:08:00 Dombrovskis Speaks at European Economic Committee Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/dombrovskis-speaks-at-european-economic-1434035 https://culture.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2020-10/cheritage-eupolicy-c_vexcollectiveistock.jpg US en The European Commission's new mandate focuses on cutting red tape to boost Europe's competitiveness. It has set ambitious targets to reduce all administrative costs by 25% for all companies and 35% for SMEs by the end of this Commission's mandate. The Commission's work programme contains 18 legislative initiatives, 11 of which are geared towards simplification. The main simplification proposals for 2025 are the omnibus proposal on sustainability reporting, facilitating the deployment of InvestEU and the new definition of the European Fund for Investments. "Honourable Chair, Honourable Members of the European Economic and Social Committee. Thank you for the opportunity to join you today. In the European Commission's new mandate, I have been given the res...[+8200 chars]" 2025-03-27T10:06:54 Further details on the mandatory information as per Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1212 (154.1 KB) (weitere informationen zu den in der durchfuehrungsverordnung data) (KSB SE & Co KgaA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Further_details_on_the_mandatory_information_as_per_Commissi https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bpXKZoG5AV0/0.jpg US en The German Stock Corporation Act and Table 3 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1212 are relevant to the mandatory information stipulated in the EU's Implementing regulation (EU's 2018/ 1212). The information is in relation to section 125(5) of the Act, Table 3, blocks A to C and blocks D1 and D2. )Further information on the mandatory information stipulated in Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1212Pursuant to section 125(5) German Stock Corporation Act in conjunction with Table 3 of Implementin...[+144 chars] 2025-03-27T10:00:00 Law Society of Ontario benchers call for release of retired judge's report on ex-CEO's near-$1M contract Betsy Powell https://www.niagarafallsreview.ca/thestar/news/ontario/law-society-of-ontario-benchers-call-for-release-of-retired-judge-s-report-on-ex/article_2f4e78f9-2986-5ca3-a890-de6b6f8da641.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/niagarafallsreview.ca/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/19/019c3631-865e-5393-b38e-ca5f23702294/67b3ae1aa6232.image.jpg?crop=1280%2C672%2C0%2C23&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize CA en In an open letter, seven current directors of the LSO's governing board are calling for the 'immediate full public disclosure' of a report on ex-CEO Diana Miles's contract, which was bumped by more than 50 per cent before her sudden departure. In an open letter, seven current directors of the LSO's governing board are calling for the 'immediate full public disclosure' of a report on ex-CEO Diana Miles's contract, which was bumped by more th...[+43 chars] 2025-03-27T10:00:00 Law Society of Ontario benchers call for release of retired judge's report on ex-CEO's near-$1M contract Betsy Powell https://www.wellandtribune.ca/thestar/news/ontario/law-society-of-ontario-benchers-call-for-release-of-retired-judge-s-report-on-ex/article_447e4f7b-f458-5e9f-a289-6b89bccc8c54.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wellandtribune.ca/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/1c/f1c1cd7d-08d6-500c-86fe-9714d13f72b9/67b3ae1aa2e8e.image.jpg?crop=1280%2C672%2C0%2C23&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize CA en In an open letter, nine current and one ex-officio current directors of the LSO's governing board are calling for the 'immediate full public disclosure' of a report on ex-CEO Diana Miles's contract. They want it to be on her contract. In an open letter, nine current and one ex-officio current directors of the LSO's governing board are calling for the 'immediate full public disclosure' of a report on ex-CEO Diana Miles's contract. 2025-03-27T09:57:00 Minutes from the Election Meeting Storebrand Asset Management AS https://finance.yahoo.com/news/minutes-election-meeting-095700940.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/933bc995a7709a87f14de5d6d40950a7 US en Brita Cathrine Knutson was re-elected as a board member of Storebrand Storebrand Asset Management AS for a 2-year term. Guri Horsfjord Lassen was elected as a member of the nomination committee for 2 years. Storebrand is Norway's largest private asset manager with an AuM of around DKK 900 billion. "Lysaker, 27 March 2025 The election meeting held on 27 March resolved to follow the nomination committee's recommendation by re-electing Brita Cathrine Knutson as a board member for a 2-year term. In ...[+1733 chars]" 2025-03-27T09:54:25 European aviation falling behind, and risks missing green fuel targets, CEOs say Joanna Plucinska https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/european-aviation-falling-behind-risks-missing-green-fuel-targets-ceos-say-2025-03-27 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/OSPXTAVDJJM2HIFOXHLFLYJTVI.jpg?auth=ad533f580a27ce809547623cbaa895580ec848b7509196f50c0055e0616cc60b&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en European aviation risks falling behind its global competitors and missing EU green fuel targets, industry CEOs warned on Thursday. The high cost of sustainable aviation fuel was coming on top of already onerous regulatory requirements. U.S. President Donald Trump's call for more fossil fuel investment is adding to pressure on the fledgling green fuel market. BRUSSELS, March 27 (Reuters) - The EU's requirement for 6% of the jet fuel used by its airlines to be sustainable by 2030 is impossible to meet because of the cost and scarcity of green fuels, airline...[+4135 chars] 2025-03-27T09:50:00 Eesti Energia launches voluntary takeover bid of Enefit Green ERR News https://news.err.ee/1609645454/eesti-energia-launches-voluntary-takeover-bid-of-enefit-green https://s.err.ee/photo/crop/2023/12/06/2174563hdd4ft24.jpg EE en Eesti Energia will offer retail investors the opportunity to subscribe to shares of Enefit Green. The offer is at present an intention pending Financial Supervision and Resolution Authority (Finantsinspektsioon) approval. Bond subscription will commence after the voluntary takeover period ends in the second half of May. The state is the owner of Eesti energia. Minister of Finance Jürgen Ligi gave his consent to make a takeover offer to the company via a general meeting decision. "Enefit Green went public in 2021, with the aim of attracting investors from the local capital market. Eesti Energia now says it plans to offer retail investors the opportunity to subscribe to shares i...[+3879 chars]" 2025-03-27T09:30:05 Slovenia's Triglav proposes 2.80 euro per share gross dividend Annie Tsoneva https://seenews.com/news/slovenias-triglav-proposes-2-80-euro-per-share-gross-dividend-1272926 https://cdn.seenews.com/images/t780x490/slovenias-triglav-proposes-2-80-euro-per-share-gross-dividend-1272926-1743067925.webp BG en This year's dividend would exceed last year's by 60%, which was affected by the group's lower results in the challenging year 2023. The management and the supervisory boards have carefully balanced all objectives of the dividend policy, including ambitions for development and growth, and opportunities beyond organic growth. 'This year's dividend would therefore exceed last year's by 60%, which was affected by the group's lower results in the exceptionally challenging year 2023,' Andrej Slapar, CEO of Zavarovalnica Trigla...[+299 chars] 2025-03-27T09:30:00 COMMENTARY: Secrecy gives the government control. FOIA can restore the power imbalance Lauren Harper Freedom https://www.hjnews.com/opinion/columns/commentary-secrecy-gives-the-government-control-foia-can-restore-the-power-imbalance/article_1af48063-b34a-4543-865a-e0574b237509.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/hjnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/01d65bdc-75bc-11e9-a6ea-4f05c88a4606.jpg?resize=600%2C354 US en Excessive government secrecy prevents the public from meaningfully participating in self-government in every area secrecy touches, from domestic policy discussions on climate change to foreign policy debates around international aid. It also denies or ignores FOIA requests and deletes data from websites, which is a violation of human rights. "Excessive government secrecy takes many forms, including denying or ignoring FOIA requests and deleting data from websites. These tactics prevent the public from meaningfully participating in self-gov...[+142 chars]" 2025-03-27T09:21:53 CTF Life's Carbon Reduction Targets Validated by SBTi Reinforcing the Company's Commitment to Climate Action Media Outreach Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/27/tmt-newswire/media-outreach-newswire/ctf-lifes-carbon-reduction-targets-validated-by-sbti-reinforcing-the-companys-commitment-to-climate-action/2081189 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/27/578046.jpg PH en CTF Life's carbon reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. CTF Life wants to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 37.8% by financial year 2029 (from the FY2023 base year) and 65% of its total investment and lending by assets. The company has already reduced its investment portfolio carbon footprint by more than 15% compared to baseline figures from June 2023. "HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 March 2025 - CTF Life announced today that its carbon reduction targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The ...[+1493 chars]" 2025-03-27T09:09:02 SECP publish draft guidelines for professional Conduct in GMs https://www.app.com.pk/business/secp-publish-draft-guidelines-for-professional-conduct-in-gms https://www.app.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SECP.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has published the draft Guidelines for Professional Conduct in General Meetings to invite public comments and feedback. The guidelines focus on facilitating effective general meetings with emphasis on pre-meeting preparation, respectful discussion, transparent voting, and post meeting collaboration by all companies. "- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Mar 27 (APP):The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has published the draft Guidelines for Professional Conduct in General Meetings to invite public com...[+881 chars]" 2025-03-27T09:08:15 FPT Achieves 2025 EcoVadis Silver Rating for Sustainability Excellence Through Its Japanese Subsidiary Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/fpt-achieves-2025-ecovadis-silver-rating-for-sustainability-excellence-through-its-japanese-subsidiary/article_91119354-898c-57fd-9f7a-dc03c89b9ff9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/5f/45f9f8d2-d9b9-5d35-87c9-494701363b9e/67e50e551e7ef.image.jpg?crop=1912%2C1004%2C3%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en PT has secured the EcoVadis Silver rating for its Japanese subsidiary for the second consecutive year. This achievement places the company among the top 15% of companies evaluated for their commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Javascript is required to read premium content. "HANOI, Vietnam--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 27, 2025-- Global technology corporation FPT has secured the EcoVadis Silver rating for its Japanese subsidiary for the second consecutive year. This achievement p...[+6718 chars]" 2025-03-27T09:00:05 Carbon labels: a gateway to high-value global markets Trung Kien https://vir.com.vn/carbon-labels-a-gateway-to-high-value-global-markets-125274.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/032025/27/14/carbon-labels-a-gateway-to-high-value-global-markets-20250327142007.jpg?rt=20250327142010?randTime=1743075598 VN en Vietnamese businesses that fail to adopt carbon labelling risk losing access to lucrative markets. Carbon labelling is a business strategy that enhances market access, builds consumer confidence, and future-proofs exports. Vietnam needs to start with one or two high-export products and conduct a carbon footprint analysis to understand emissions sources. "Vu Trung Kien, director Climate Change Resilience Centre Countries like the US and the European Union are implementing stringent carbon regulations, such as the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism...[+5028 chars]" 2025-03-27T09:00:04 Climate Talk on S&P 500 Earnings Calls Drops by Three-Quarters Olivia Raimonde https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/climate-talk-on-s-p-500-earnings-calls-drops-by-three-quarters/ar-AA1BL8kX US en Bloomberg Green analyzed transcripts of S&P 500 company earnings calls going back to 2020. On average, companies are talking about the environment 76% less than three years ago. The dearth of green talk comes as President Donald Trump pivots the US away from climate action. (Bloomberg) -- In boardrooms across America, mentions of sustainability and related terms on earnings calls have dropped steeply as public companies see less to gain from associating themselves with e...[+4339 chars] 2025-03-27T08:59:49 UBS may be 'too big for Switzerland', BofA's rating cut prompts shares selloff Investing.com https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/ubs-may-too-big-switzerland-085949482.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en Bank of America downgraded UBS Group AG's stock to Underperform from Neutral. BofA also trimmed its UBS price target to CHF28 from CHF33. UBS may face $20-25 billion in new capital requirements. The bank is in the process of migrating 1 million clients and 95 petabytes of data, which carries significant operational risks. Investing.com -- Shares in UBS Group AG (NYSE:UBS) (SIX:UBSG) fell 5% in Zurich after Bank of America downgraded the stock to Underperform from Neutral, raising a question whether the European lender ...[+2728 chars] 2025-03-27T08:58:22 CTF Life's Carbon Reduction Targets Validated by SBTi Reinforcing the Company's Commitment to Climate Action https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/climate-change-hong-kong-paris-e02d42f8e70dc36093bd21e8e4013afb https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en CTF Life's carbon reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). CTF Life wants to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 37.8% by financial year 2029 (from the FY2023 base year) and Scope 3 emissions by 65% of its total investment and lending by assets. The company has already reduced its investment portfolio carbon footprint by more than 15% compared to baseline figures from June 2023. HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 March 2025 - CTF Life announced today that its carbon reduction targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The ...[+4525 chars] 2025-03-27T08:50:00 CTF Life's Carbon Reduction Targets Validated by SBTi Reinforcing the Company's Commitment to Climate Action Media Out Reach Newswire https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-mediaoutreachnewswire/media-outreach/2025/03/27/1148890/ctf-lifes-carbon-reduction-targets-validated-by-sbti-reinforcing-the-companys-commitment-to-climate-action https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/Thumb/390x205/613391/613391-channels4-profile-jpg-390.jpeg HK en CTF Life's carbon reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). CTF Life wants to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 37.8% by financial year 2029 (from the FY2023 base year) and within Scope 3 emissions, 65% of its total investment and lending by assets. The company has already reduced its investment portfolio carbon footprint by more than 15% compared to baseline figures from June 2023 and invested over HKD3.5 billion in ESG-labelled bonds. "HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2025 – CTF Life announced today that its carbon reduction targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The ...[+4701 chars]" 2025-03-27T08:45:01 Sage Grey pledges to expand financial access for SMEs Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4216670/sage-grey-pledges-to-expand-financial-access-for-smes.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have recommitted to the provision of impact-driven solutions for businesses. This commitment was made at the meeting held at Sage Grey Finance's headquarters in London. Click here to read the full news. Financial institution Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have recommitted to the provision of impact-driven solutions for businesses. This commitment was made at...[+34 chars] 2025-03-27T08:14:13 FPT Achieves 2025 EcoVadis Silver Rating for Sustainability Excellence Through Its Japanese Subsidiary Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/fpt-achieves-2025-ecovadis-silver-rating-for-sustainability-excellence-through-its-japanese-subsidiary/article_ff2b06d8-0f67-59e8-af5a-01b4a63b3cae.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/c5/fc55b8ee-5434-5d8b-8985-bfb270515ffa/67e50e25419f7.image.jpg?crop=1912%2C1004%2C3%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en PT secured the EcoVadis Silver rating for its Japanese subsidiary for the second consecutive year. This achievement places the company among the top 15% of companies evaluated for their commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. FPT is a global technology corporation. "HANOI, Vietnam--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 27, 2025-- Global technology corporation FPT has secured the EcoVadis Silver rating for its Japanese subsidiary for the second consecutive year. This achievement p...[+137 chars]" 2025-03-27T07:25:07 Lotte Shopping will join a global agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to cope with climate .. Park Hong Ju https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11275370 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/27/news-p.v1.20250327.b5722ed992014a2c91bfb53ab77a3a17_P1.jpg KR en Lotte Shopping has been approved for the first time in the domestic retail industry for greenhouse gas reduction goals of the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). SBTi is a global agreement that verifies a company's carbon emission reduction goals based on scientific grounds. Lotte Shopping joined SBTi in March 2023 and its goals were approved in March this year. "First Participation in Domestic Distribution Industry 사진 확대 View of Lotte Department Store headquarters in Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul Lotte Shopping will join a global agreement to reduce greenhouse ...[+2430 chars]" 2025-03-27T07:00:00 Aegon publishes its Integrated Annual Report 2024 Aegon Ltd. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/aegon-publishes-integrated-annual-report-070000790.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/84392107fd34861a26a94c6da25ab096 US en Aegon Ltd. has published its Integrated Annual Report 2024. The report provides an overview of its businesses, the company's strategy and sustainability approach, and its financial and non-financial performance. Aegon will file its annual report 2024 on Form 20-F with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission later today. The Hague, March 27, 2025 - Aegon Ltd. today publishes its Integrated Annual Report 2024. The report provides an overview of its businesses, the company's strategy and sustainability approach, and its...[+9819 chars] 2025-03-27T06:41:04 Pune Inc: Why Donald Trump doesn't worry this carbon emission audit platform Dipanita Nath https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/pune/donald-trump-carbon-emission-audit-platform-9908801 https://images.indianexpress.com/2025/03/Sprih-cofounders.jpg IN en According to a report, 36 companies are responsible for half of the carbon emissions contributing to global warming. Pune -based Sprih is a carbon emission audit platform. It works with more than 20 customers in India and is expanding to the United States. Its clients include Indigo Paints, Hero Motors and Arvind SmartSpaces. The company's genesis lies in growing trees. According to report earlier this month by global datebase Carbon Majors, 36 companies worldwide are responsible for half of the carbon emissions contributing to global warming. Warning of the worst im...[+4587 chars] 2025-03-27T06:36:00 Global Tech Visionaries and Industry Leaders to Discuss The Future of Tech at ATxEnterprise 2025 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/global-tech-visionaries-industry-leaders-063600014.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/7d00cd546e9b1e361eaae6ba0000267b US en ATxEnterprise 2025 is the fifth edition of the premier event under Asia Tech x Singapore (ATxSG). It is organized by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), Informa Festivals, and with support from the Singapore Tourism Board (STB). ATxE 2025 will explore the key challenges and opportunities shaping the future of enterprise technology. It will feature dynamic panel discussions, thought-provoking presentations, and engaging fireside chats tackling the most pressing challenges in enterprise technology, including AI and the Future of Enterprise Innovation. SINGAPORE , March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ATxEnterprise (ATxE) 2025, the premier event under Asia Tech x Singapore (ATxSG), returns for its fifth instalment, bringing together a powerhouse line-up of...[+6831 chars] 2025-03-27T06:22:32 Odisha's ‘Green Shakti': Women-Led Forest Enterprises Take Root Itishree Sethy https://pragativadi.com/odishas-green-shakti-women-led-forest-enterprises-take-root https://pragativadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Untitled-design-13.png IN en The Government of Odisha and Indian School of Business have launched the 'Green Shakti Producer Company Business Enterprise Leadership Cohort'. It aims to establish 30 women-led, forest-based enterprises in six districts in Odisha. The program envisions reaching over 30,000 women, directly benefiting primary producers by promoting equitable business practices. "The Government of Odisha, in collaboration with the Indian School of Business (ISB), has launched the ambitious 'Green Shakti Producer Company Business Enterprise Leadership Cohort.' This groundbreaki...[+1315 chars]" 2025-03-27T06:09:18 How UBS can soften or swerve $25 bln capital blow Liam Proud https://www.reuters.com/breakingviews/how-ubs-can-soften-or-swerve-25-bln-capital-blow-2025-03-27 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/VFMNZ5R3ZRMN7NI4VUT3RXETPY.jpg?auth=a1531dddbf3677fe946b09251e3a3424fff6e8d3c850b3b06abc23fdd8ecd224&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Swiss lawmakers could whack UBS by increasing the capital it's required to hold by roughly a third. To reduce the blow to shareholders, Kelleher would have to radically reshape the group. The most extreme response would be to move UBS's headquarters to a country with a more favourable regulatory regime. LONDON, March 27 (Reuters Breakingviews) - When UBS (UBSG.S), opens new tab Chair Colm Kelleher was negotiating the weekend rescue of Credit Suisse in March 2023, the arcane regulatory question known ...[+7319 chars] 2025-03-27T05:59:00 SK Telecom unveils ESG strategy 'Do the Good AI' https://www.telecompaper.com/news/sk-telecom-unveils-esg-strategy-do-the-good-ai--1532031 https://ik.imagekit.io/tp/20220408-sk-telecom-logo-office.png NL en SK Telecom unveils its new ESG vision, 'Do the Good AI,' integrating AI across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. In terms of environmental efforts, the operator is using AI to optimise network efficiency, reduce energy consumption and minimise greenhouse gas emissions. It is also developing AI-powered waste separation guidance to support a circular economy. "SK Telecom unveils ESG strategy 'Do the Good AI' SK Telecom (SKT) has announced its new ESG vision, 'Do the Good AI,' integrating AI across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. In ...[+244 chars]" 2025-03-27T05:34:54 Christiane Hoffranzen: 'It's essential to use my position to drive change' https://delano.lu/article/christiane-hoffranzen-its-essential-to-use-my-position-to-drive-change https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/christiane-hoffranzen-its-essential-to-use-my-position-to-drive-change/0.5/0.5/600/400/713000.jpg LU en Christiane Hoffranzen is head of corporate secretariat at Deutsche Bank Group Luxembourg. She is a female board member. She believes there has been progress in gender equality within boards of directors, although the pace differs across industries and regions. Quotas can act as a catalyst for change, compelling organisations to prioritise gender diversity and create more equal opportunities for women to advance into leadership roles. Specialising in corporate governance, suitability, management and public relations, Christiane Hoffranzen is head of corporate secretariat at Deutsche Bank Group Luxembourg. She is a director for seve...[+6160 chars] 2025-03-27T05:15:57 Align strategic plans with national vision-companies told Bernard Lugongo https://dailynews.co.tz/align-strategic-plans-with-national-vision-companies-told https://dailynews.co.tz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Snapins.ai_487216312_17926399665021497_3416415869699239946_n_1080.jpg TZ en The government wants companies to align their strategic and business plans with the country's long-term plan as stipulated in the National Development Vision 2050. There are 56 government companies under the Office of Treasury Registrar. Last year, they contributed 195bn/- to the government, up from 58bn/- four years ago. "COAST REGION: THE government yesterday urged companies to ensure they align their strategic and business plans with the country's long-term plan as stipulated in the National Development Vision 2050. ...[+3220 chars]" 2025-03-27T05:15:00 It's a myth that building green is more costly – investors demand it, and the business case is clear Peter Sproule https://www.businesspost.ie/analysis-opinion/its-a-myth-that-building-green-is-more-costly-investors-demand-it-and-the-business-case-is-clear https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=858d8cf6-1050-5c49-9265-3e0aa541bd63&type=preview&function=original IE en It's a myth that building green is more costly, because investors demand it, and the business case is clear. Professional investors managing real estate portfolios understand that sustainability must make financial sense. Peter Sproule explains this to the audience.   "Commercial Property It's a myth that building green is more costly – investors demand it, and the business case is clear Investors are clear that they require ESG compliance when it comes to construct...[+201 chars]" 2025-03-27T05:00:00 North East news: Unity Trust Bank Annual Review 2024 results Gavin Engelbrecht https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/25037774.north-east-news-unity-trust-bank-annual-review-2024-results https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/resources/images/19250950.jpg?type=og-image GB en Unity Trust Bank has published the details of its annual results for 2024. It has continued the year with an overall lending of more than £1 billion, while committing 50.5% of this to areas with high levels of deprivation. The bank's customer balances have increased by 10% from 2023, to a record £1.7 billion. Unity's work in the North East has been particularly impactful, with 27% of its regional funding classified as 'C - Contribute to Solutions' under the ABCs of Enterprise Impact system. "Unity Trust Bank, which is known for lending to businesses and organisations that act on social concerns, has published the details of its annual results for 2024. The bank showed that it has continue...[+2970 chars]" 2025-03-27T05:00:00 Tanzania seeks more returns from minority stake, state-owned companies Media News Company https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/tanzania-seeks-more-returns-from-minority-stake-state-owned-companies-4980028 https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/resource/image/4980030/landscape_ratio3x2/1200/800/39999d5c256d6264166d0a464804d854/Eg/stake.jpg TZ en Office of the Treasury Registrar has set a target for companies in which the government holds a minority stake to contribute 10 percent of the national budget. The government invested Sh2.9 trillion in these companies, with dividend payouts increasing annually. 10 Tanzanian companies are currently performing well in international markets. Dar es Salaam. The Office of the Treasury Registrar has set a target for companies in which the government holds a minority stake to contribute 10 percent of the national budget, aiming to further sti...[+2942 chars] 2025-03-27T04:47:21 SKF Transforms Identity to Lead a Friction-Free Future Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3323595-skf-transforms-identity-to-lead-a-friction-free-future https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/18_06_2024_08_49_05_0946782.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en SKF is revamping its brand to reflect its new focus on innovation and sustainability. The new logo, color palette and typeface reflect both its heritage and future aspirations. The updated look is part of a strategy to enhance marketing efforts and distributor support. The changes will roll out across digital channels throughout the year. SKF, a leader in friction-reducing solutions for over a century, is revamping its brand to spotlight its role in making industries smarter and more sustainable. The Swedish company aims to align its i...[+745 chars] 2025-03-27T04:23:12 ICSAN stresses corporate sustainability opportunities amid deficit Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4215936/icsan-stresses-corporate-sustainability-opportunities-amid-deficit.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en ICSAN stresses corporate sustainability opportunities amid a significant deficit of governance professionals in Nigeria. Global developments have influenced corporate governance practices, but there is still a deficit in the number of professionals in the field.   . i Despite global developments that have influenced corporate governance practices and the rise of governance professionals, a significant deficit persists, according to the Institute of Chartered Secret...[+220 chars] 2025-03-27T03:29:00 Hayleys unveils ‘Lifecode' 2nd edition https://www.ft.lk/business/Hayleys-unveils-Lifecode-2nd-edition/34-774825 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_03a9a4fd3c.jpg LK en The Hayleys Group, Sri Lanka's largest and most diversified conglomerate, has launched the 2nd edition of its pioneering Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) roadmap. The updated edition introduces six new focus areas, revised targets and enhanced policies to address emerging ESG challenges. The event brought together senior leadership and Lifecode Champions from across the Group's 16 diverse sectors. "Hayleys Group ESG Steering Committee members with newly launched 2nd edition of Hayleys Lifecode The Hayleys Group, Sri Lanka's largest and most diversified conglomerate, has launched the 2nd edition ...[+3518 chars]" 2025-03-27T03:20:16 ICSAN stresses corporate sustainability opportunities amid deficit Gloria Nwafor https://guardian.ng/appointments/icsan-stresses-corporate-sustainability-opportunities-amid-deficit https://cdn.guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Funmi-Ekundayo.jpg NG en Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) said there is a significant deficit of governance professionals in Nigeria. The institute pointed out that Nigeria was grappling with environmental devastation in its oil-rich communities. It also said there are widespread human rights abuses, social inequality, corrupt practices, gender imbalance, and systematic discrimination against the physically challenged. Despite global developments that have influenced corporate governance practices and the rise of governance professionals, a significant deficit persists, according to the Institute of Chartered Secret...[+3119 chars] 2025-03-27T03:00:00 LETTER: Flexibility is king https://www.businesslive.co.za/fm/opinion/letters/2025-03-27-letter-flexibility-is-king https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/BByHDnMvcNUi2AAZ6OAfPXXUXJqJhgNLdDO1kMGDj2NozX0YW8jUyJJR6EyPqf6KwS3zBTNSfi1aIOyN9CufYb-Pda0I_tx5qfdkCoVIODT1AA=s1000 ZA en Draft King 5 code is open for public comment. It offers an opportunity to reshape corporate governance to support ethical oversight and bold, accountable technological development. It's time to develop a governance culture and framework that is flexible and ethical and that fosters innovation. As we approach the fifth industrial revolution, leaders must balance risk mitigation with the need for innovation. The draft King 5 code, now open for public comment, offers an opportunity to reshape ...[+1364 chars] 2025-03-27T01:53:27 Congressman Emmer reintroduces Securities Clarity Act to define digital asset regulation Cryptoslate https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Congressman_Emmer_reintroduces_Securities_Clarity_Act_to_def https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/[] US en Congressman Tom Emmer and Rep. Darren Soto reintroduced the Securities Clarity Act on March 26. The bill aims to clarify the classification of digital assets under federal securities law so investors can fully participate in this emerging technology without sacrificing consumer protections. Congressman Tom Emmer reintroduced the Securities Clarity Act on March 26 alongside Rep. Darren Soto, reviving a bipartisan effort to clarify the classification of digital assets under federal securit...[+273 chars] 2025-03-27T01:45:58 SGS SA (SGSN) Receives a Hold from Kepler Capital Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sgs-sa-sgsn-receives-a-hold-from-kepler-capital-1034519593 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Kepler Capital analyst Pablo Cuadrado maintained a Hold rating on SGS SA (SGSN – Research Report) on March 25 and set a price target of CHF96.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at CHF87.14. "Kepler Capital analyst Pablo Cuadrado maintained a Hold rating on SGS SA (SGSN – Research Report) on March 25 and set a price target of CHF96.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at CHF87.14. Lig...[+596 chars]" 2025-03-27T01:17:48 Enterprises strengthen environmental responsibility through EPR implementation Vietnam News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Enterprises_strengthen_environmental_responsibility_through_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/[] US en The implementation of the EPR regulations is a crucial step in enhancing corporate accountability in waste management and promoting Việt Nam's shift to a circular economy. This move supports the country's commitment to sustainable development, green growth and emissions reductions, aligning with its international obligations. The implementation of Extended Producer and Importer Responsibility (EPR) regulations is a crucial step in enhancing corporate accountability in waste management and promoting Việt Nam's shift to a ci...[+187 chars] 2025-03-27T01:04:00 Declining Stock and Solid Fundamentals: Is The Market Wrong About SDS Group Berhad (KLSE:SDS)? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/declining-stock-solid-fundamentals-market-010400567.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/e15b0d88b0885067ee46b65c5e0ec0bd US en SDS Group Berhad's (KLSE:SDS) stock has declined 10.0% over the past three months. Its ROE is a useful tool to assess how effectively a company can generate returns on the investment it received from its shareholders. SDS has a high ROE of 24%, compared to the industry's 8.8%. The company's net income growth has been 44% in the last five years. The company has paid dividends over the last four years. Its three-year median payout ratio is 19%. It is hard to get excited after looking at SDS Group Berhad's (KLSE:SDS) recent performance, when its stock has declined 10.0% over the past three months. However, a closer look at its sound financial...[+4350 chars] 2025-03-27T01:00:09 Building a greener planet together: key experts share insights at the MPF Symposium on the future of sustainable investing in Hong Kong Advertising Partner https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/mpfa-forum-sustainable-investing/article/3303106/building-greener-planet-together-key-experts-share-insights-mpf-symposium-future-sustainable https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/2025/03/20/SAY07753_0.jpg?itok=xkDmVxor HK en Hong Kong's Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) has close to HK$1.3 trillion total net asset value at the end of 2024. MPFA recently hosted the 'MPF Symposium – Sustainability for MPF' to highlight the MPF's approach to integrating sustainable investing principles. "[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Advertisement With close to HK$1.3 trillion total net asset value at the end of 2024, Hong Kong's Mandatory Provident Fund (...[+2474 chars]" 2025-03-27T01:00:00 EU Universities Unveil Major Climate Declaration Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/eu-universities-unveil-major-climate-declaration-1433173 https://www.dur.ac.uk/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/Durham-Declaration-WEB.png US en The Coimbra Group has launched the Durham Declaration on climate change and sustainability. The Declaration will contribute to discussions at the upcoming COP30 Climate Conference. It is based on seven principles that all member universities of the Group will follow. University partners will commit to seven key principles, including the responsibility to educate students and prepare them with the skills to address the challenges of climate change. "Thirty-nine European universities have come together to launch the Durham Declaration, which will shape our joint efforts towards sustainable development. The Declaration sets out seven principles tha...[+1934 chars]" 2025-03-27T00:32:35 Pursuit of a polyphonic world China Daily https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Pursuit_of_a_polyphonic_world https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oSVLYpsu3oM/0.jpg US en The world has taken different paths over the past 30 years. The goal of the global majority should be less financial speculation and more physical production, less division and more cooperation, according to the UNFPA. The UNFPU considers this to be the greatest antipoverty achievement in history. Goal of the global majority should be less financial speculation and more physical production, less division and more cooperationLooking back at the different paths the world has taken over the past 3...[+91 chars] 2025-03-27T00:23:15 ICAP establishes ‘Auditing Standards & Ethics Board' https://www.brecorder.com/news/40354920/icap-establishes-auditing-standards-ethics-board https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/27022611c41b6f6.jpg?r=022614 PK en Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) has established the Auditing Standards & Ethics Board (ASEB). ASEB is dedicated to setting high-quality auditing, assurance, and ethics standards and guidance in Pakistan. It is made up of representatives from the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, the State Bank of Pakistan and the Pakistan Stock Exchange. KARACHI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) is always committed to serving the public interest and has undertaken numerous initiatives to promote international best practices. O...[+1118 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 EU Council Approves Corporate Sustainability Reporting Delay Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/03/27/eu-council-approves-corporate-sustainability-reporting-delay https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e5b8ce0d189d86836e6218/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en In February, the European Commission adopted a proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the European Union. The Council of the EU approved the delays on March 26. Now, all eyes shift to the Parliament as they consider the proposal and possible amendments before an early April vote. Some estimate the directive could be adopted as early as April 3. In February, the European Commission adopted a proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the European Union. The Omnibus Simplification Package includes a 'stop the clock...[+3689 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 LSEG Netherlands BV Annual Report 2024 (LSEG - London Stock Exchange Group plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/LSEG_Netherlands_BV_Annual_Report_2024_LSEG_London_Stock_Exc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en LSEG Netherlands B.V. has published its annual report for the year ended 31 December 2024. Chamber of Commerce Number: 81019548. Management Board report is available on the website of the LSEG. Netherlands b.v. and on the Chamber's website. ) LSEG Netherlands B.V. Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2024 Chamber of Commerce Number: 81019548 TABLE OF CONTENTS Management Board report .. 1 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Carbon Credit Trading Scheme could help India's climate leadership role Hindustan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Carbon_Credit_Trading_Scheme_could_help_India_s_climate_lead https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction is a collective imperative for Asia. India has a unique opportunity to steer regional policy on GHG emissions reduction. Asia is increasingly facing the adverse impacts of climate change. Asian economies are finding innovative ways to align economic and climate imperatives. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction is a collective imperative for Asia, a region increasingly facing the adverse impacts of climate change. As Asian economies chart their development pathways, t...[+123 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 FPT Achieves 2025 EcoVadis Silver Rating for Sustainability Excellence Through Its Japanese Subsidiary Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/FPT_Achieves_2025_EcoVadis_Silver_Rating_for_Sustainability_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en PT secured the EcoVadis Silver rating for its Japanese subsidiary for the second consecutive year. This achievement places the company among the top 15% of companies evaluated for their commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices for the past two years. Global technology corporation FPT has secured the EcoVadis Silver rating for its Japanese subsidiary for the second consecutive year. This achievement places the company among the top 15% of companies...[+108 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Decision on Eskom's application for more air pollution exemptions to be announced on March 31 Mining Weekly https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Decision_on_Eskom_s_application_for_more_air_pollution_exemp https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Dr Dion George will announce a decision regarding Eskom's application for additional minimum emission on March 31st.  Dr George is the Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister. He is also the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment. Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George will on March 31 announce a decision regarding Eskom's application for additional minimum emission 2025-03-27T00:00:00 CTF Life's Carbon Reduction Targets Validated by SBTi Reinforcing the Company's Commitment to Climate Action Vietnam News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/ctf_life_x2019s_carbon_reduction_targets_validated_by_sbti_r https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en CTF Life's Carbon Reduction Targets Validated by Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) reinforce the company's commitment to climate action. CTF Life announced today that its carbon reduction targets have been officially validated by the SBTi initiative. CTF Life's Carbon Reduction Targets Validated by SBTi Reinforcing the Company's Commitment to Climate Action HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 March 2025 - CTF Life announced today that its...[+115 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Curatis: Umsatzwachstum von 30% im Vertrieb - dazu deutliche Ausweitung Patientenzielgruppe beim Lead-Projekt C-PTBE-01 Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Curatis_Umsatzwachstum_von_30_im_Vertrieb_dazu_deutliche_Aus https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Curatis Holding AG has released an ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. The Annual Results/Strategic Company Decision 27-March-2025 is released at 07:00 CET/CEST. Curatis Holding AG / Key word(s): Annual Results/Strategic Company Decision 27-March-2025 / 07:00 CET/CEST Release of an ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR The issuer is solely responsible for...[+77 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Dorset: Extra funding for council BBC News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Dorset_Extra_funding_for_council https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Dorset Council will spend an extra £6m on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. It will bring Dorset Council's target to become a carbon neutral authority forward by five years to 2035. The total spending on climate projects at the council over five years is likely to reach £50m. A council has agreed to spend an extra £6m on reducing greenhouse gas emissions at a faster rate. It will bring Dorset Council's target to become a carbon neutral authority forward by five years to 20...[+107 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Over 100 power generation firms yet to hold IPO Manila Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Over_100_power_generation_firms_yet_to_hold_IPO https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en 54 percent of the Philippines' power generation companies haven't complied with a legal requirement to conduct a public offering, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) said Thursday. ERC chairperson Monalisa Dimalanta told a Securities and Exchange Commission that they need to focus on harnessing the power of the capital market. About 54 percent of the Philippines' 215 power generation companies, representing 13,745 megawatts of capacity, have yet to comply with a legal requirement to conduct a public offering, the Energy Reg...[+211 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 ShaMaran Announces Bond Summons Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/ShaMaran_Announces_Bond_Summons https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ShaMaran Petroleum Corp. issues a summons for written resolution to all bondholders in the outstanding 12% senior unsecured bond due (ISIN NO 0011057622). The proposal reflects the Company's improved credit profile on the back of the accretive M&A and significant deleveraging over the last year. "VANCOUVER, BC, /CNW/ - ShaMaran Petroleum Corp. (""ShaMaran"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV: SNM) (Nasdaq First North: SNM) announces that the Company has today issued a summons for written resolution to all ...[+287 chars]" 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Mar. 27, 2025TSE Application for Listing on TOKYO PRO Market: Now Village Co.,Ltd. (Japan Exchange Group Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Mar_27_2025TSE_Application_for_Listing_on_TOKYO_PRO_Market_N https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en There are listed companies in Tokyo PRO Market (TOKYO PRO Market) Listing approval date is April 18, 2025 for AXIS IT. Listing details are: Issue name, Issuer Filing Information, Corporate Governance Report, J-Advisers, and Oath of Incorporation. ) Listed Companies (TOKYO PRO Market) Listing Date Issue Name Issue Code Receipt Date of Application Specified Securities Information (Issuer Filing Information) Outline of Company Corporate Governanc...[+105 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 easyJet ESG senior lead visits Gibraltar - 206/2025 (Government of Gibraltar) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/easyJet_ESG_senior_lead_visits_Gibraltar_206_2025_Government https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Gibraltar hosted the Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) Senior lead for easyJet Holidays, Scott Lawson, last week. EasyJet is one of the UK's leading holiday providers and features four of Gibraltar's hotels in its programme. ) Last week, Gibraltar hosted the Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) Senior lead for easyJet Holidays, Scott Lawson. The operator, which is one of the UK's leading holiday providers ...[+109 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 023/2025: VSTOXX Derivatives: Adjustment of the Liquidity Provider schemes (Eurex Frankfurt AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/023_2025_VSTOXX_Derivatives_Adjustment_of_the_Liquidity_Prov https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Executive boards of Eurex Frankfurt AG and eurex Clearing AG decided to amend the following Product Specific Supplements with effect from 1 May 2025: ""Equity Index 15 - Futures on VSTOXX Index"" and ""Eurex Exchange Exchange 16 - Options on Futures On VstOXX""." ) 1. Introduction The Executive Boards of Eurex Frankfurt AG and Eurex Clearing AG decided, with effect from 1 May 2025, to amend the following Product Specific Supplements according to the correspond...[+108 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 SU Group Received Nasdaq Notification Regarding Minimum Bid Price Compliance PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/SU_Group_Received_Nasdaq_Notification_Regarding_Minimum_Bid_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SU Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: SUGP) received a letter from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC informing it that it is not in compliance with the minimum requirements. The Company is an integrated security-related engineering services company in Hong Kong. "HONG KONG, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SU Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: SUGP) (""SU Group"" or the ""Company""), an integrated security-related engineering services company in Hong Kong, received a l...[+128 chars]" 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Sebi proposes to limit F&O expiry for exchanges to either Tuesday or Thursday The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Sebi_proposes_to_limit_F_O_expiry_for_exchanges_to_either_Tu https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sebi proposes to limit the expiry of all equity derivatives contracts of an exchange to one of either Tuesdays or Thursdays. The market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India is the market regulator for the Indian stock market.   Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed to limit the expiries of all equity derivatives contracts of an exchange to one of either Tuesdays or Thursdays. 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Ithaca Energy announces acquisition of JAPEX UK E&P Ltd, building interest in the Seagull field Oilfield Technology https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/27/Ithaca_Energy_announces_acquisition_of_JAPEX_UK_E_P_Ltd_buil https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The transaction will increase Ithaca Energy's working interest in Seagull from 35% to 50%, equalling bp's interest as the field operator. It is subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions, including regulatory approval, and is expected to be completed soon. The transaction, which is subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions including regulatory approval, will increase Ithaca Energy's working interest in Seagull from 35% to 50%, equalling bp's int...[+28 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Nigerian Petroleum Company NNPCL Moves To List Its Shares For Public Offer https://saharareporters.com/2025/03/27/nigerian-petroleum-company-nnpcl-moves-list-its-shares-public-offer https://saharareporters.com/themes/custom/octavia_sahara/favicon.ico US en The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is preparing for its long-awaited listing on the capital market as mandated by the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. The company is engaging with potential investors through an initiative dubbed the 'NNPC Ltd. IPO Beauty Parade' in compliance with capital market regulations. Many industry analysts and watchdogs remain skeptical about the process, given NNPCL's history of opacity and mismanagement. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that it is in the final stages of preparing for its long-awaited listing on the capital market, as mandated by the Petroleum Indus...[+1719 chars] 2025-03-27T00:00:00 Are Your Financial Investments Good for the Planet? https://www.uniondemocrat.com/online_features/community_cares/article_1fe62c07-9ca0-55f5-ba5a-82ed82b520d6.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/uniondemocrat.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/90/190c72dd-26bc-5e03-9236-dd026c74c75f/67e7bef164dd8.image.jpg?crop=600%2C315%2C0%2C0 US en A CFP can help you find a responsible investment strategy and guide you in avoiding unethical companies and finding meaningful investment opportunities. CFPs answer common questions about how to align your finances with what matters most to you, such as how to be a responsible investor. "(StatePoint) Did you know that a To help you get started, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ® professionals answer some commonly asked questions about how to align your finances with what matters most to yo...[+1380 chars]" 2025-03-26T23:30:00 Hankyung.com Unveils CODIT: Comprehensive Legislative Data for U.S. Think Tanks & Academia Vietnam Investment Review https://vir.com.vn/hankyungcom-unveils-codit-comprehensive-legislative-data-for-us-think-tanks-academia-125245.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1743075933 VN en CODIT is opening access to South Korea's legislative data for U.S. think tanks, academic institutions, and research organizations interested in strategic collaboration. CODIT's platform provides a wide range of legislative and policy data, including bills, laws, and meeting minutes from all sessions of The National Assembly of Korea (2012 and onwards). Its database has been actively utilized in academic research and policy studies. SEOUL, South Korea, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from Hankyung.com: CODIT, a cutting-edge regulation tech company, is opening access to South Korea's legislative data for U.S. think ta...[+2856 chars] 2025-03-26T21:15:00 SPS Commerce Releases 2024 ESG Report, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable and Responsible Growth Mar. 26, 2025 21:15 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6069619 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPSC) has released its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. The report highlights the company's key advancements in governance, employee experience, community engagement, and environmental stewardship. MINNEAPOLIS, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPSC), a leader in retail supply chain cloud services, today announced the release of its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Go...[+4928 chars] 2025-03-26T20:43:20 Congressman Andy Barr to introduce bill to curb 'woke' ESG investing by state pension funds James Franey https://nypost.com/2025/03/26/business/congressman-andy-barr-to-introduce-bill-to-curb-woke-esg-investing-by-state-pension-funds https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/101137252.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en US Rep. Andy Barr (R-Ky.) is to introduce a new bill to force retirement funds to focus on maximizing returns rather than environmental, social, and governance targets. The Ensuring Sound Guidance Act would not ban the investments outright but would demand that firms disclose any difference in fees and returns between an ESG-linked fund and a rival index. A conservative group Unleash Prosperity accused state pension funds of 'playing politics with worker pensions' A Republican congressman aims to curb so-called 'woke investing' by forcing pension funds to focus purely on profits — even as a conservative group accused pension managers of 'playing politics' with ...[+3743 chars] 2025-03-26T19:41:45 Carney pressured companies to divest from oil & gas as co-chair of 'net-zero' alliance https://www.rebelnews.com/carney_pressured_comapnies_to_divest_from_oil_and_gas https://assets.nationbuilder.com/therebel/pages/124972/meta_images/original/MAR25-MONO-SOCIAL.jpg?1743016573 CA en Mark Carney was co-chair of the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero for years. Ezra discussed his previous role on last night's episode of The Ezra Levant Show. The purpose of the alliance was to kill the world's oil and gas, natural gas, fracking oilsands and energy systems. Carney has been accused of hiding the consumer carbon tax. "On last night's episode of The Ezra Levant Show, Ezra discussed Mark Carney's previous role as co-chair of the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ). The alliance describes itself as an ""ind...[+1235 chars]" 2025-03-26T19:30:00 Renewable rating scheme to cull cowboy developers from clean energy industry https://www.northqueenslandregister.com.au/story/8920320/farmers-gain-new-power-in-renewable-energy-negotiations-with-new-developer-rating-scheme https://www.northqueenslandregister.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/230597393/3b1263ea-04eb-41e5-896f-9b0cc9f70b4f.jpg/r0_36_1920_1044_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en """There have been many guidelines, toolkits and charters. If developers cannot demonstrate that they are working and community trust, benefits, transparency and equity is not improving, then they are on notice that we have to look at other options,"" he says." """But it needs to work, it needs to contribute. There have been many guidelines, toolkits and charters, if developers cannot demonstrate that they are working and community trust, benefits, transparenc...[+94 chars]" 2025-03-26T19:27:57 ING first globally important bank to meet climate watchdog standards Virginia Furness https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/ing-first-globally-important-bank-meet-climate-watchdog-standards-2025-03-26 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/AQGKCRB6DRMLBGUXO2U224QBUY.jpg?auth=76b2016d9ca9b598420a678fa0d6f2e7ecaaf9115277b591c02ca442e70b00d0&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en ING has become the first systemically important global bank to have its climate goals validated as being in line with efforts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. The bank said it had met the threshold for targets across its lending to fossil fuels, power generation, cement, steel, automotive, aviation and commercial real estate sector. The Dutch lender had said in 2022 it would phase out upstream oil and gas financing by 2040. LONDON, March 26 (Reuters) - ING has become the first systemically important global bank to have its climate goals validated as being in line with efforts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsiu...[+1959 chars] 2025-03-26T19:26:09 Mahama to assent to removal of E-levy, Emission levy, and Betting tax https://www.myjoyonline.com/mahama-to-assent-to-removal-of-e-levy-emission-levy-and-betting-tax-finance-minister https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-99.png GH en Parliament passed the Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025 abolishing the E-Levy, Emission Levy, and Betting Tax. Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is optimistic that President John Dramani Mahama will sign the bill into law. The Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has expressed confidence that President John Dramani Mahama will swiftly assent to the recently passed bill abolishing the E-Levy, Emission Levy, and B...[+1902 chars] 2025-03-26T19:11:55 SEC Cybersecurity Enforcement Priorities Under Second Trump Administration: Key Insights and Actions archyde https://www.archyde.com/sec-cybersecurity-enforcement-priorities-under-second-trump-administration-key-insights-and-actions https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/new-shield-facebook.png US en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is signaling a potential shift in its approach to cybersecurity enforcement. The agency's emphasis on 'fraudulent' conduct suggests a possible move away from the more aggressive, negligence-based actions seen during the previous administration. This shift could have significant implications for public companies navigating the complex landscape of cybersecurity disclosures. "The SEC's Cybersecurity Enforcement Landscape: A Pivot on the Horizon? The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is signaling a potential shift in its approach to cybersecurity enforcement. While c...[+8003 chars]" 2025-03-26T19:05:14 NJ Investors: File Refund Claims in GS Partners Crypto Settlement by May 22 Morristown Minute https://www.newsbreak.com/morristown-minute-1590138/3872986266720-nj-investors-file-refund-claims-in-gs-partners-crypto-settlement-by-may-22 https://img.particlenews.com/img/id/2RaNQW_0zxVg86d00 PH en Settlement resolves multistate probe into alleged unregistered securities sales tied to digital assets, metaverse ventures, and tokenized investments. New Jersey residents who invested with GS Partners and its affiliated entities have until May 22, 2025, to submit claims for refunds under the terms of the settlement. "Settlement resolves multistate probe into alleged unregistered securities sales tied to digital assets, metaverse ventures, and tokenized investments. NEW JERSEY - New Jersey residents who invested wi...[+1792 chars]" 2025-03-26T18:45:00 Brazil Potash Announces Participation In Diversibram 2025 Mar. 26, 2025 18:45 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6069384 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en "Brazil Potash Corp. is a developer and builder of Brazil's largest potash fertilizer project. Its wholly-owned subsidiary, Potássio do Brasil Ltda., will participate in Diversibram 2025 - Mining Without Labels. The event will take place today, March 26, from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM at the Dom Helder Câmara Higher School in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. It promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in Brazil's mining sector. Company President Adriano Espeschit will serve as patron and moderator for Panel 3 - ""Development Strategy & Engagement in DE&I"" at 2" "• Event promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in Brazil's mining sector • Company President to serve as event patron and moderator MANAUS, Brazil, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brazil Potash ...[+5258 chars]" 2025-03-26T17:43:45 Al Madina Takaful launches its 2024 Sustainability Report, reinforcing commitment to ESG principles Arab News https://www.arabnews.com/node/2594950 https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x371_watermarksaudi/public/main-image/2025/03/26/4586400-1936476234.png?itok=BDssB07B SA en Al Madina Takaful has launched its 2024 Sustainability Report. It reaffirms its commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance principles. The report details key achievements in climate-conscious investments, minimizing ecological footprint, transitioning to renewable energy sources and improving energy efficiency in its operations, waste reduction efforts through recycling programs and paperless initiatives. Al Madina Takaful, a pioneer in Takaful insurance in Oman, has officially launched its 2024 Sustainability Report, underscoring its commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance principles. The ...[+1798 chars] 2025-03-26T17:36:52 Impact of Culture on M&A: Weber Shandwick EVP Marc Drechsler, Live from Nasdaq Corp Gov https://finance.yahoo.com/news/impact-culture-m-weber-shandwick-173652807.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/30n961Im8.XpLBeGQ1AnaA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03OTU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/corpgov_com_597/eec2a603e1f130e1886d97d4fbc7e1ef US en CorpGov hosted a fireside chat on March 24 at Nasdaq MarketSite with Marc Drechsler, Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs at The Weber Shandwick Collective. They discussed why around 70% of M&A transactions fail to meet expectations, the importance of cultural factors for deal success and how sharing a compelling vision improves its results. CorpGov hosted a fireside chat on March 24 at Nasdaq MarketSite with Marc Drechsler, Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs at The Weber Shandwick Collective. The in-person interview was joined...[+1279 chars] 2025-03-26T17:30:00 Worldly: ‘You Have the Data, Do You Know What to Do With It?' Lauren Parker https://finance.yahoo.com/news/worldly-data-know-173000235.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/sourcing_journal_735/6642d2bfa37ef48afa8b49c4c64e7c39 US en There is a need for a standard to measure sustainability along the supply chain. Worldly raised $50 million in investment capital to enhance the platform and help members of Cascale (formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition) strategically use data to take action on industry problems. The data can be applied to three areas: compliance, quantitative issues and facilities. With hundreds of brands and tens of thousands of individual manufacturing sites around the globe, it's clear there's a need for a shared standard so brands and retailers can measure sustainability alo...[+3344 chars] 2025-03-26T17:20:00 Bulletin from the Annual General Meeting of AB Electrolux PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/bulletin-from-the-annual-general-meeting-of-ab-electrolux-125232.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1743075933 VN en Annual General Meeting of AB Electrolux was held in Stockholm on March 26, 2025. The Board of Directors and the President and CEO were discharged from liability for the financial year 2024. PricewaterhouseCoopers AB was elected as auditor for the period until the end of the Annual General Meeting 2026. Geert Follens, Petra Hedengran, Ulla Litzén, Torbjörn Lööf, Daniel Nodhäll, Karin Overbeck, David Porter and Michael Rauterkus were re-elected as Directors of the Board. Yannick Fierling was elected new Director of the board. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+2842 chars] 2025-03-26T16:53:16 Karbon-X Partners with Zodiac Gold to Integrate Carbon Offsets into Exploration Efforts in West Africa ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/KarbonX_Partners_with_Zodiac_Gold_to_Integrate_Carbon_Offset_m https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/[] US en Karbon-X Corp. (OTCQB:KARX) is proud to announce its partnership with Zodiac Gold Inc. (TSXV:ZAU). Zodiac's pledge to achieve net-zero emissions is about leadership and responsibility, according to the company. "CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / March 26, 2025 / Karbon-X Corp. (OTCQB:KARX), a leader in full-spectrum carbon solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with Zodiac Gold Inc. (""Zodiac Gold"" or t...[+201 chars]" 2025-03-26T16:20:00 Proposals of the Board of Directors of Sampo plc and its Audit Committee to the Annual General Meeting Mar. 26, 2025 16:20 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6069247 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The Board of Directors of Sampo plc and its Audit Committee have made proposals for the election and remuneration of the Auditor and the Sustainability Reporting Assurance Provider as well as a proposal for repurchase of own shares to the Annual General Meeting to be held on 23 April 2025. Deloitte Ltd will be re-elected as the Company's Auditor for the financial year 2025 and APA Jukka Vattulainen Ltd will continue as the auditor. "Support Us Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 26, 2025 16:20 Sampo plc, stock exchange release, 26 March 2025 at 10:20 am EET Proposals of the Board of Directors of Sampo plc a...[+7493 chars]" 2025-03-26T16:08:30 German court rules against Adidas on climate neutrality claim DPA https://www.yahoo.com/news/german-court-rules-against-adidas-160830336.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/dpa_international_526/11bf24a5171a4761ff4a992aa3fc6685 US en "Adidas engaged in misleading and impermissible advertising in its claim of reaching climate neutrality by 2050, a German court has ruled. The claim has been removed from the Adidas website. The environmental group Deutsche Umwelthilfe called the Adidas claim ""greenwashing""" "Sportswear manufacturer Adidas engaged in misleading and impermissible advertising in its claim of reaching climate neutrality by 2050, a German court has ruled in a decision published on Wednesday. T...[+1136 chars]" 2025-03-26T16:00:00 ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025 is Open for Applications, Honouring Technology-Driven Sustainability and Innovation https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6069226 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The fifth edition of The ESG Benchmark Awards was launched on 26 March. It is dedicated to celebrating and celebrating excellence in environmental and social responsibility. The Early Bird application period is open until 7 May. The deadline for the standard application is 27 June. Finalist announcement will be made in September. Jury members are: Mr Vincent Pang, Ashley Khoo, Mabel Chan, Charmaine W. Cheng, Lovinia Chiu, Ir Edward Chow, Dr Rebcca Choy Yung, "Category Sub-Categories 1. ESG Benchmark Awards 1.1) Outstanding Performance in Environmental Responsibility 1.2) Outstanding Performance in Social Responsibility 1.3) Outstanding Performance in ESG G...[+7149 chars]" 2025-03-26T15:42:05 LETTER: Urge firms to be socially conscious https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/opinion/letters/2025-03-26-letter-urge-firms-to-be-socially-conscious https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/5yo9C__eeJN56ddDk7cSlRj9-inZZew-f5x5QD2RD1yiKDYwiijGLWNfkhj47hZIYSuOGDLMAAMFvXPL982mukDjemR55SIDLQ=s1000 ZA en Proudly SA's summit last week brought business into the spotlight. Businesses operating in SA should think creatively about how to go beyond jobs and foreign direct investment as a measure of positive impact. Hisense's deputy GM, Luna Nortje, is proud of the forum. "Most South Africans have interacted with Proudly SA initiatives through its consumer-facing campaigns. That's why it was good to see the summit last week also bring business into the spotlight. It is ...[+1407 chars]" 2025-03-26T15:33:31 Investors in enCore Energy Corp. Should Contact The Gross Law Firm Before May 13, 2025 to ... The Gross Law Firm https://www.eagletribune.com/region/investors-in-encore-energy-corp-should-contact-the-gross-law-firm-before-may-13-2025/article_bce83fa5-1493-50fe-aae8-6075102926b7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en EnCore Energy Corp. shareholders are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as a lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery for shareholders of enCore Energy Corporation. The Gross Law Firm issues the notice to enCore shareholders. "NEW YORK, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of enCore Energy Corp. (NASDAQ: EU). Shareholders who purchased shares of EU during the clas...[+171 chars]" 2025-03-26T15:09:01 Unilever Nigeria appoints Adenike Ogunlesi as Independent Non-Executive Director, reveals board structure Nairametrics https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4214958/unilever-nigeria-appoints-adenike-ogunlesi-as-independent-nonexecutive-director-.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Mrs. Adenike Ogunlesi has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director of the Board of Unilever Nigeria Plc. The announcement was made in a disclosure published on the Nigerian Exchange Group on March 26, 2025 and signed by the company secretary Peter Dada. Unilever Nigeria Plc has announced the appointment of Mrs. Adenike Ogunlesi as an Independent Non-Executive Director of the Board. This announcement was made in a disclosure published on the Nigerian ...[+316 chars] 2025-03-26T15:06:00 AngloGold Ashanti Publishes Its 2024 UK Annual Report and Other Annual Reports Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/anglogold-ashanti-publishes-2024-uk-150600085.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/rCLnoHytKzyn.3_S5ZlvQQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zNjI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/2ae43341e273081b3712ebd2befe175c US en The Company published the following reports for the financial year ended 31 December 2024: UK Annual Report, Sustainability Report and Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve Report. The 2025 Annual General Meeting is scheduled to be held on Tuesday 27 May 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Mountain Daylight Time at 6363 S. Fiddlers Green Circle, Suite 1000, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. "LONDON & DENVER & JOHANNESBURG, March 26, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today the Company published the following reports for the financial year ended 31 December 2024: 2024 UK Annual Report (including its a...[+1804 chars]" 2025-03-26T15:01:00 European Energy A/S: Announces approval of prospectus for green bonds (European Energy A/S) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/European_Energy_A_S_Announces_approval_of_prospectus_for_gre https://i.ytimg.com/vi/meNUiglbjoc/0.jpg US en European Energy A/S has announced approval of prospectus for green bonds. It is not for release, publication or distribution, direct or indirect, but for the purpose of preparing the prospectus. It's not for publication, distribution or release, but only to the extent necessary. ) Published: 2025-03-26 14:54:36 CET European Energy A/S - Prospectus/Announcement of Prospectus European Energy A/S: Announces approval of prospectus for green bondsNOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DI...[+38 chars] 2025-03-26T14:39:24 GACO launches new voluntary corporate governance code https://www.gbc.gi/news/gaco-launches-new-voluntary-corporate-governance-code https://www.gbc.gi/uploads/news/u3kNh_Screenshot_2025-03-26_at_15.34.32.png GI en A new corporate governance code has been issued by the Association of Compliance Officers. Co-author Soroush Kafiabadi believes this document will provide a road map for local companies to achieve a structured approach to corporate governance and help them navigate laws and regulations. "A new corporate governance code has been issued by the Association of Compliance Officers. Corporate governance is a core part of running a business, and the new code aims to help local businesses nav...[+193 chars]" 2025-03-26T14:26:12 Announcement of the 2025 SET Awards: Preliminary Screening Results Released Abhishek Prakash https://www.thailand-business-news.com/set/205422-announcement-of-the-2025-set-awards-preliminary-screening-results-released https://i0.wp.com/www.thailand-business-news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SET-Awards-2568.jpg TH en There are 747 companies that meet the preliminary qualification screening criteria for SET Awards 2025. There is a new Digital Wealth Service award for providing services to individual investors through digital platforms. The Business Excellence Awards recognize listed companies and the Sustainability Excellence Awards honor companies that adhere to sustainable development principles. The SET Awards ceremony is scheduled for October 2025. "Announcement of the list of statements In SET and mai that meet the preliminary qualification screening criteria SET Awards 2025, 747 companies with all award criteria www.set.or.th/setawards SET Awar...[+1926 chars]" 2025-03-26T13:59:24 Innovate to Eliminate: Tackling the Plastic Crisis and Beyond vsingh https://www.fastcompany.com/video/91306261/innovate-to-eliminate-tackling-the-plastic-crisis-and-beyond https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/03/3b453cca-0f13-48ba-95b1-538438c312f7.jpg US en Gene Eidelman, Kate McLeod and Nicole Richards, CEO of Allonnia are speaking at Fast Company's event. They discuss the need for businesses to maintain momentum in the push toward sustainability in the face of the government's rollback of environmental programs. Featuring Gene Eidelman, Cofounder, Azure Printed Homes; Kate McLeod, Cofounder and Formulator, Kate McLeod and Nicole Richards, CEO, Allonnia. Moderated by Rebecca Barker, Editorial Event Producer, F...[+444 chars] 2025-03-26T13:58:16 JPRC Allocates 5% of Annual Profits to Support Health, Education Sectors //Petra// AJ https://petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=69786&lang=en&name=en_news https://petra.gov.jo/upload/1742987295671.png JO en Jordan Petroleum Refinery Company has approved a corporate social responsibility initiative to support the health and education sectors over the next three years. 5% of the company's annual profits will be allocated to this effort. The Association of Banks in Jordan recently pledged JD90 million to support health, education sectors. Jordan Phosphate Mines Company allocated JD40 million earlier this week. Amman, March 26 (Petra) – The Board of Directors of the Jordan Petroleum Refinery Company (JPRC) has approved a corporate social responsibility initiative to support the health and education sectors o...[+1409 chars] 2025-03-26T13:54:00 European Energy A/S: Announces approval of prospectus for green bonds European Energy A/S https://finance.yahoo.com/news/european-energy-announces-approval-prospectus-135400533.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/N8E60nmLUWfR8MLVqlFVOQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zMjQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/39b0c9d4d9193934291be4e918c7a2e5 US en European Energy A/S has received the approval from the Danish Financial Supervisory Authority for its issue of EUR 375,000,000 senior unsecured green bonds due 4 November 2027 with ISIN DK0030541289. The Bonds were issued on 4 November 2024 in accordance with the terms and conditions dated 28 October 2024. The prospectus is available at the Company's website: Prospectus Senior Unsecured Green Bond. NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, TO ANY PERSON LOCATED OR RESIDENT IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES, AUSTRALIA, JAPAN, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND, SOUTH AFRICA, HONG KONG, SW...[+2506 chars] 2025-03-26T13:44:12 Treasury ends ownership reporting mandate for most U.S. companies Crain's Detroit Business https://www.crainsdetroit.com/politics-policy/feds-end-ownership-reporting-mandate-most-companies https://s3-rd-prod.crainsdetroit.com/styles/1200x630/s3/US%20Treasury.jpg US en A new rule for the Corporate Transparency Act would require only foreign-based companies to report their ownership to the federal government. It could settle worries about the law. .   for the law, which requires companies to disclose their ownership. A new rule for the Corporate Transparency Act that would require only foreign-based companies to report their ownership to the federal government, potentially settling worries about the law. 2025-03-26T13:40:25 ESG Ruling Puts New Pressure on Public Pension Funds and BlackRock "L. A. ""Tony"" Kovach" https://patch.com/florida/lakeland/esg-ruling-puts-new-pressure-public-pension-funds-blackrock https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22908517/20250326/031744/styles/patch_image/public/esg-rulingputsnewpressureonpublicpensionfundsandblackrockdailysignalpatchfredlucas-esgcouldleadseriousliabilitiesbreachfiduciarydutyputtrillionsdollarsinamerica___26031138668.png US en A federal court ruling regarding ESG investing with BlackRock could put public pension funds on the defense. Consumers' Research sent letters to the largest public pensions boards in each state Tuesday. The focus on ESG could lead to serious liabilities and a breach of fiduciary duty and put trillions of dollars in American pension money at risk. "This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Perhaps part of what Fred Lucas might have said is: 'follow the money trail.' Lusas is the author of the...[+20946 chars]" 2025-03-26T13:30:17 Codruț Nicolau joins Indicathor ESG, expanding the company's expertise in ESG strategies, risk management, and sustainable finance Simona Hrincescu https://business-review.eu/profiles1/whoss-news/codrut-nicolau-joins-indicathor-esg-expanding-the-companys-expertise-in-esg-strategies-risk-management-and-sustainable-finance-281075 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Codrut-Nicolau-fondator-Sustain-Future-si-partener-strategic-Indicathor-ESG.jpg EU en Codruț Nicolau joins Indicathor ESG, the first platform in Romania officially certified by the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) for compliance with the highest international sustainability reporting standards. He is a business advisor, specialist in ESG strategies and sustainable finance, and founder of Sustain Future, a consultancy and education company focused on integrating sustainability into business strategy. Indicathor ESG, the first platform in Romania and among the few in Eastern Europe officially certified by the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) for compliance with the highest international sustainabi...[+5838 chars] 2025-03-26T13:18:36 SPS Commerce Releases 2024 ESG Report, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable and Responsible Growth SPS Commerce https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/sps-commerce-releases-2024-esg-report-reinforcing-commitment-to-sustainable-and-responsible-growth-8f17048bbaa131e79dc7479d42ab36c4 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPSC) has released its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. This inaugural report highlights the company's key advancements in governance, employee experience, community engagement, and environmental stewardship. MINNEAPOLIS, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPSC), a leader in retail supply chain cloud services, today announced the release of its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Go...[+4376 chars] 2025-03-26T13:17:25 Top Expat CEO: Byung Kim BBJ https://bbj.hu/economy/statistics/analysis/top-expat-ceo-byung-kim https://bbj.hu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/MG_1237-Byung.jpg HU en Byung Kim is the current lead country manager and lead controller at ExxonMobil Hungary. He spent most of his life in the United States, obtaining a finance degree from the University of Texas in Austin. In 2002, he joined ExxonMobil, gaining finance and leadership experience in postings across the States and on an assignment to Hungary from 2007 to 2011. Kim enjoys playing golf and traveling with his family in his free time. He met his wife in Hungary during his previous assignment and they have two young children. "Background Info Born in South Korea, Byung Kim spent most of his life in the United States, obtaining a finance degree from the University of Texas in Austin. In 2002, he joined ExxonMobil, gaining fi...[+5316 chars]" 2025-03-26T13:17:04 SPS Commerce Releases 2024 ESG Report, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable and Responsible Growth SPS Commerce https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/sps-commerce-releases-2024-esg-report-reinforcing-commitment-to-sustainable-and-responsible-growth/article_fc52f81c-40c4-530b-8bba-396d217d2881.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en SPS Commerce, Inc. announced the release of its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. The report highlights the company's key advancements in governance, employee experience, community engagement, and environmental stewardship. SPS Commerce is a leader in retail supply chain cloud services. MINNEAPOLIS, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPSC), a leader in retail supply chain cloud services, today announced the release of its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Go...[+812 chars] 2025-03-26T13:16:22 CARNEY'S IMMIGRATION BLUNDER Trish Wood https://trishwood.substack.com/p/carneys-immigration-blunder https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5641fd24-f4f3-4984-b659-6bfea6b2d437_916x692.png US en Mark Carney appointed Mark Wiseman as a top aid. Wiseman is a former employee of BlackRock, which is connected to Mark Carney and Michael Bloomberg's GFANZ. CI promotes a plan to build the economy and increase population by up to 100 million people by the turn of the century. Thanks for the kind words and support. I'm dropping some items here on another breaking story about Mark Carney that should be front and centre but lives mostly on social media - at least critical bac...[+2451 chars] 2025-03-26T13:08:59 SEC: No decision yet on reduction of public float for GCash Jon Viktor D. Cabuenas https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/money/companies/940644/sec-no-decision-yet-on-reduction-of-public-float-for-gcash/story https://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2023/06/sec_bldg_2023_06_26_19_56_59.jpg PH en The Securities and Exchange Commission has not yet received an application for exemptive relief from GCash to lower the minimum public float to 10% to 15%. GCash is one of the most anticipated initial public offerings, seeking at least $8 billion in valuation when it goes public possibly later this year. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has yet to decide on lowering the 20% minimum public float requirement as it has not yet received an application for exemptive relief, a top official said ...[+1848 chars] 2025-03-26T13:00:00 These are the US companies that have ended diversity programs Stars Insider https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/these-are-the-us-companies-that-have-ended-diversity-programs/ss-AA1xjr0o US en After Donald Trump's reelection, some worry that his policies could negatively impact diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in the US. Many companies have already changed their previous DEI policies. Click through to learn more about DEI and which well-known companies have made changes. After the reelection of Donald Trump, some have started to worry that his policies could negatively impact DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) initiatives throughout the US. A few of the executive ...[+421 chars] 2025-03-26T13:00:00 South Africa unlocks green finance potential with new taxonomy report Siphelele Dludla https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/south-africa-unlocks-green-finance-potential-with-new-taxonomy-report-a1ac4276-dc72-4bad-b86e-41db73fabbdb https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/The-cover-oahe-of-the-technical-report-on-Assessing-International-Interoperability-and-Usability-of-the-South-African-Green-Finance-Taxonomy?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/136dd84a203be9e50ef1f9e4a428bbfac6508b87/1812&operation=CROP&offset=243x0&resize=1326x746 ZA en South Africa has taken a step towards enhancing its environmental finance strategies with the recent release of a technical report aimed at assessing the international interoperability and usability of the country's Green Finance Taxonomy. South Africa requires a minimum three to fivefold increase in climate finance to meet its NDCs. South Africa has taken a pivotal step towards enhancing its environmental finance strategies with the recent release of a comprehensive technical report aimed at assessing the international interopera...[+5688 chars] 2025-03-26T12:58:02 AISIX Solutions Inc. Announces Launch of Wildfire 3.0 API for Wildfire Risk Assessment Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/246149-aisix-solutions-inc-announces-launch-of-wildfire-3-0-api-for-wildfire-risk-assessment https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/246149/342 CA en AISIX Solutions Inc. announced the release of the Wildfire 3.0 API. The API provides direct access to the Company's wildfire risk data for businesses, governments, and researchers. It offers current and future wildfire probability, intensity, and fire risk scores for enhanced decision-making and preparedness. Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – March 26, 2025) – AISIX Solutions Inc., (TSXV: AISX) (OTCQB: AISXF) (FSE: QT7) (' AISIX ' or 'the Company '), a front – runner in climate risk assessment ...[+400 chars] 2025-03-26T12:56:52 The TSX Celebrates the 30 Years Listing Anniversary of Globex Mining Enterprises Inc. Globe Newswire https://canoe.com/globe-newswire/the-tsx-celebrates-the-30-years-listing-anniversary-of-globex-mining-enterprises-inc https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/the-tsx-celebrates-the-30-years-listing-anniversary-of-globe.jpeg CA en The Toronto Stock Exchange surprised Globex Team with an announcement yesterday. Globex Mining Enterprises Inc. (GMX-TSX) was originally listed on the Montreal Stock Exchange in January of 1988 and transferred to the senior TSE in 1995. The company is also listed on ten German trading platforms including Frankfurt, Munich, Berlin, Stuttgart, Tradegate, Lang & Schwarz, LS Exchange, TTMzero, Dusseldorf, and Quotrix. In the U.S., Globex is listed on OTCQX International Exchange with the trading symbol GLBXF. "Published Mar 26, 2025 • 1 minute read The TSX Celebrates the 30 Years Listing Anniversary of Globex Mining Enterprises Inc. GNW ROUYN-NORANDA, Quebec, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Yesterday, the...[+1324 chars]" 2025-03-26T12:29:52 Better Business Alliance launched: The first alliance in Romania supporting the B Corp movement Simona Hrincescu https://business-review.eu/business/better-business-alliance-launched-the-first-alliance-in-romania-supporting-the-b-corp-movement-281053 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Better-Business-Alliance-team.jpg EU en Danone Romania and B Leaders have launched the Better Business Alliance in Romania. Its aim is to develop the B Corp community in Romania and foster businesses focused on social impact. Danone Romania achieved B Corp certification in 2024 as part of the regional group for Central and Eastern Europe. The community of B Corp consultants in Romania (B Leaders) and Danone Romania have launched Better Business Alliance, the first local alliance dedicated to the B Corp movement. Its aim is to develop t...[+4429 chars] 2025-03-26T12:24:47 XR & Scope3 Partner To Reduce Carbon Footprint Of Global Digital & Streaming TV Advertising Mark K. Miller https://tvnewscheck.com/tech/article/xr-scope3-partner-to-reduce-carbon-footprint-of-global-digital-streaming-tv-advertising https://tvnewscheck.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cropped-tvn-site-icon-1-32x32.png US en XR has formed a new partnership with Scope3 to integrate advanced carbon emissions data directly into XR's platform. Digital and streaming advertising contribute to global carbon emissions through energy-intensive data centers, content delivery networks and inefficient workflows. Estimates suggest digital advertising could account for up to 2% of global emissions. XR, a global technology company, has formed a new partnership with Scope3, which aims to decarbonize media and advertising, to integrate advanced carbon emissions data directly into XR's platform. Thi...[+3306 chars] 2025-03-26T12:07:08 Karbon-X Partners with Zodiac Gold to Integrate Carbon Offsets into Exploration Efforts in West Africa Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/karbon-x-partners-with-zodiac-gold-to-integrate-carbon-offsets-into-exploration-efforts-in-west/article_85b0ff86-f5cb-5fbc-b5c0-73eb9c8b66d5.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Karbon-X Corp. partners with Zodiac Gold Inc. (TSXV:ZAU) (OTCQB:KARX) to reduce its carbon footprint. The two companies aim to support Liberia's path to sustainable economic development while preserving the natural environment. "CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / March 26, 2025 / Karbon-X Corp. (OTCQB:KARX), a leader in full-spectrum carbon solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with Zodiac Gold Inc. (""Zodiac Gold"" or t...[+514 chars]" 2025-03-26T12:03:17 Revolutionizing Corporate Reporting: A Stakeholder-Centric Approach Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3322617-revolutionizing-corporate-reporting-a-stakeholder-centric-approach https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/26_03_2025_12_03_14_4865681.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The practice of engaging shareholders dates back to the 17th century. The Dutch East India Company pioneered public share issuance and corporate reporting. The International Integrated Reporting Council was established in 2010. K&A has produced integrated reports for over 50 companies emphasizing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting. In the domain of stakeholder reporting, change is sparked by intellectual vigor and a commitment to fostering long-term societal improvements. The practice of engaging shareholders dates back to the 1...[+912 chars] 2025-03-26T12:02:17 Gorilla Technology Sets Full Year 2024 Conference Call for March 31, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. ET Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/246143-gorilla-technology-sets-full-year-2024-conference-call-for-march-31-2025-at-430-p-m-et https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/246143/342 CA en Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GRRR) will hold a conference call on March 31, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time (1:30 pm Pacific time) to discuss its financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2019. London, United Kingdom–(Newsfile Corp. – March 26, 2025) – Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GRRR) ('Gorilla' or the 'Company') will hold a conference call on Monday, March 31, 2025, at 4:30 p.m....[+183 chars] 2025-03-26T12:02:17 Gorilla Technology Sets Full Year 2024 Conference Call for March 31, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. ET Newsfile https://www.brantfordexpositor.ca/newsfile/246143-gorilla-technology-sets-full-year-2024-conference-call-for-march-31-2025-at-430-p-m-et https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/246143/342 CA en Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GRRR) will hold a conference call on March 31, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time (1:30 pm Pacific time) to discuss its financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2019. London, United Kingdom–(Newsfile Corp. – March 26, 2025) – Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GRRR) ('Gorilla' or the 'Company') will hold a conference call on Monday, March 31, 2025, at 4:30 p.m....[+183 chars] 2025-03-26T12:00:00 Zodiac Gold Partners with Karbon-X Corp. to Integrate Carbon Offsets into Exploration Efforts Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/zodiac-gold-partners-karbon-x-120000198.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/6756e6c0379cf6388c315375ca015aa8 US en Zodiac Gold Inc. (TSXV: ZAU) and Karbon-X Corp. (OTCQB: KARX) announce a partnership to reduce Zodiac Gold's carbon footprint. Zodiac is a West-African gold exploration company focused on its flagship Todi Project situated in Liberia. "Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 26, 2025) - Zodiac Gold Inc. (TSXV: ZAU) (""Zodiac Gold"" or the ""Company""), a West-African gold exploration company, is proud to announce its ground...[+6768 chars]" 2025-03-26T11:30:52 Digi Power X to Announce 2024 Year End Financial Results on March 31st Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/digi-power-x-to-announce-2024-year-end-financial-results-on-march-31st https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTQxMTAxNSM2ODM0NjIyIzIxOTUwMTQ= CA en Digi Power X Inc. plans to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2024 after markets close on March 31, 2025. The Company will also provide an update on its operations at that time. Digi PowerX is an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge data centers. "Article content MIAMI, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Digi Power X Inc. (' Digi Power X ' or the ' Company ') (Nasdaq: DGXX / TSXV: DGX), an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops c...[+284 chars]" 2025-03-26T11:23:17 How Italian newspapers greenwashed hydrocarbon giant Eni's bonds Class https://voxeurop.eu/en/greenwashing-eni-bond-italy-media https://voxeurop.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/greenwashing_the_emissions__giacomo_cardelli.jpg EU en Eni launched a €2 billion'sustainability-linked' bond on January 16, 2023. Eni has 552 different oil production and exploration projects and the money from the bond could have been used for some of them. According to the NGO Reclaim Finance, for every euro invested in renewable energy, Eni invests 12.9 in fossil fuels. Statement needing to be verified: According to some Italian newspapers, Eni's sustainable bonds are used exclusively to finance projects that meet ESG criteria (respect for the environment, social sta...[+18111 chars] 2025-03-26T10:50:55 Xponance Inc. Has $647,000 Stake in Portland General Electric (NYSE:POR) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/26/xponance-inc-has-647000-stake-in-portland-general-electric-nysepor.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/portland-general-electric-logo-1200x675.png?v=20240503114257&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Xponance Inc. raised its stake in shares of Portland General Electric (NYSE:POR) by 6.8% during the 4th quarter. Pathstone Holdings LLC bought a new stake in the utilities provider during the 3rd quarter worth $1,421,000. Intech Investment Management LLC acquired a new $1.539 million stake in POR. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. increased its position in the company by 1.1% in the third quarter. Citigroup Inc. bought 55,529 shares of the company in the last quarter. Evercore ISI increased the price objective on shares of POR from $50.00 to $51.00 Xponance Inc. raised its stake in shares of Portland General Electric (NYSE:POR ) by 6.8% during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 14,824...[+5044 chars] 2025-03-26T10:48:39 Brazil Potash Announces Participation In Diversibram 2025 BRAZIL POTASH CORP https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/brazil-0d675cffd5e338e24cd487806accc26a https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Brazil Potash Corp. is a developer and builder of Brazil's largest potash fertilizer project. Its wholly-owned subsidiary, Potássio do Brasil Ltda., will participate in Diversibram 2025 - Mining Without Labels. The event will take place today, March 26, from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM at the Dom Helder Câmara Higher School in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. It promotes diversity, equity and inclusion in Brazil's mining sector. Company President Adriano Espeschit will serve as event patron and moderator. "• Event promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in Brazil's mining sector • Company President to serve as event patron and moderator MANAUS, Brazil, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brazil Potash ...[+5075 chars]" 2025-03-26T10:30:00 ClimateCamp raises €3.5m for emissions reduction platform https://delano.lu/article/climatecamp-raises-eu3-5m-for-emissions-reduction-platform https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/climatecamp-raises-eu3-5m-for-emissions-reduction-platform/0.5/0.5/600/400/713410.jpg LU en Belgium's ClimateCamp supports more than 800 companies. The company's SaaS platform is dedicated to managing and reducing carbon emissions within supply chains. Expon Capital has invested €3.5m in the company. The aim is to unite one million companies by 2030 around common climate goals and joint action plans. Since its launch in 2022, Belgium's ClimateCamp has grown rapidly and now supports more than 800 companies. Having started out by targeting the brewing sector in particular, the company has broadened ...[+2638 chars] 2025-03-26T09:42:20 The exciting future of ESG – once a burden, now a benefit The Independent https://www.independent.co.uk/news/business/business-reporter/esg-sustainability-climate-initiatives-emissions-global-temperatures-b2720825.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/03/24/21/Inspired-PLC_AdobeStock_1056269809.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en 2024 was a pivotal year for corporate ESG developments. Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) in Europe and IFRS adopted in several countries. ESG initiatives will continue to take centre stage due to the tangible effects of climate change. Companies are spearheading climate action, rather than relying solely on government mandates. 2024 was a pivotal year for ESG developments. On one hand, we have seen corporate ESG reporting requirements take significant strides forward, especially with the launch of the Corporate Sustainabilit...[+4426 chars] 2025-03-26T09:31:50 This oil wealth Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/03/26/this-oil-wealth https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2017/11/editorial-5-150x150.jpg GY en Kaieteur News is concerned about the mismanagement of Guyana's oil wealth. The majority of Guyanese are interested in money, not oil. There is a lack of interest in the population about new oil developments, such as the pending Longtail project. The attendance at the public consultations has been sparse. There has been no government or opposition presence for the consultations held so far for Longtail. "Editorial… Kaieteur News- We often wonder whether this great national oil patrimony matters to all Guyana. Often, Guyanese appear more excited by a slice of pizza, or a bottle of Coca-Cola than they a...[+3920 chars]" 2025-03-26T09:11:45 South Africa: George Rallies World Leader to Accelerate Efforts to Achieve SDGs https://allafrica.com/stories/202503260193.html https://cdn.allafrica.com/static/images/structure/aa-logo-rgba-no-text-square.png ZA en Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has called on the international community to urgently accelerate efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The year 2030 is the target to meet the goals. South Africa has placed solidarity, equality and sustainability at the centre of its G20 Presidency. President Cyril Ramaphosa proclaimed the Climate Change Act last week. "Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has called on the international community to urgently accelerate efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). ""We a...[+5373 chars]" 2025-03-26T09:08:39 ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025 is Open for Applications, Honouring Technology-Driven Sustainability and Innovation The Arabian Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/ESG_Achievement_Awards_2024_2025_is_Open_for_Applications_Ho_h https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/[] US en "The Institute of ESG & Benchmark is proud to announce the launch of the fifth edition of the ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025. The platform is ""Future-Forward Visionaries: Technology Driving Sustainable Transformation"". . . " Arabian Post -HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is proud to announce the launch of the fifth edition of the ESG Achievement Awards 2024...[+108 chars] 2025-03-26T08:49:12 Minority pledges full cooperation with probe into ECG missing containers https://www.adomonline.com/minority-pledges-full-cooperation-with-probe-into-ecg-missing-containers https://www.adomonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ggg-15-1024x683.jpg US en The Minority in Parliament has vowed to fully cooperate with investigations into the disappearance of more than 1,300 containers belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana at the Tema Harbour. A committee set up to investigate the issue uncovered widespread procurement breaches spanning several years. Collins Adomako Mensah, the Minority Deputy Ranking on the Energy Committee, denied any prior knowledge of the issue. The Minority in Parliament has vowed to fully cooperate with investigations into the disappearance of more than 1,300 containers belonging to the 1,300 containers belonging to the Electricity Company ...[+1740 chars] 2025-03-26T08:44:01 Can International Workplace Group plc (LON:IWG) Maintain Its Strong Returns? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/international-workplace-group-plc-lon-084401824.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/a8700db9ae2d9d376125feca8591533e US en International Workplace Group plc (LON:IWG) has a 13% return on equity (ROE) of US$19m, based on the trailing twelve months to December 2024. The company earns a profit of £0.13 per shareholder's money (from continuing operations). It has a higher debt to equity ratio than the average for its industry. While some investors are already well versed in financial metrics (hat tip), this article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE) and why it is important. To keep the lesson ...[+3827 chars] 2025-03-26T08:31:01 CDP Awards Dangote Cement 'B' On Climate Change & Water Security Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4214135/cdp-awards-dangote-cement-b-on-climate-change-water-security.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Dangote Cement Plc has achieved a 'B' score in climate change and water security disclosures according to the recently released 2024 CDP results. CDP is the world's largest, most comprehensive dataset on environmental action which empowers investors, companies, cities, and national and regional governments to make earth-positive decisions. Dangote Cement Plc (DCP) has achieved a 'B' score in climate change and water security disclosures according to the recently released 2024 CDP results. CDP , formerly Carbon Disclosure Project, is the...[+196 chars] 2025-03-26T08:09:47 ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025 is Open for Applications, Honouring Technology-Driven Sustainability and Innovation https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/corporate-management-c03a04f4480a252d6e3888b37b78d92d https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is proud to announce the launch of the fifth edition of the ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025. This year's theme is 'Future-Forward Visionaries: Technology Driving Sustainable Transformation'. The Early Bird application period is open until 7 May 2025. Winners will be celebrated at the prestigious Awards Ceremony Luncheon tentatively scheduled for September 2025. HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 March 2025 - The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is proud to announce the launch of the fifth edition of the ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025, a prest...[+3996 chars] 2025-03-26T08:00:00 ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025 is Open for Applications, Honouring Technology-Driven Sustainability and Innovation https://www.sinchew.com.my/news/20250326/mysinchew/6403981 https://cdn.sinchew.com.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/612608-ESG-JPG-400x0-1.jpeg MY en ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025 is Open for Applications, Honouring Technology-Driven Sustainability and Innovation. The Early Bird application period is open until 7 May 2025. This year's theme is 'Future-Forward Visionaries: Technology Driving Sustainable Transformation' "ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025 is Open for Applications, Honouring Technology-Driven Sustainability and Innovation HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – The Institute of ESG & Be...[+7549 chars]" 2025-03-26T08:00:00 ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025 is Open for Applications, Honouring Technology-Driven Sustainability and Innovation Media Out Reach Newswire https://portal.sina.com.hk/others/media-outreach/2025/03/26/1148035/esg-achievement-awards-2024-2025-is-open-for-applications-honouring-technology-driven-sustainability-and-innovation https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/Thumb/390x205/612608/612608-ESG-JPG-390x205.jpeg HK en The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is proud to announce the launch of the fifth edition of the ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025. This year's theme is 'Future-Forward Visionaries: Technology Driving Sustainable Transformation'. The Early Bird application period is open until 7 May 2025. Winners will be celebrated at the prestigious Awards Ceremony Luncheon tentatively scheduled for September 2025. "HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is proud to announce the launch of the fifth edition of the ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025 , a pres...[+5740 chars]" 2025-03-26T07:32:26 The momentum has continued even after the martial law was declared, with nearly 50% of the KOSPI 200.. Kim Jung-Seok https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11274241 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/26/news-p.v1.20250219.4353132d764f4794a88a91bf9033831d_P1.jpeg KR en After martial law, 49.66% of KOSPI 200's total market capitalization participated in the value-up disclosure. Samsung Electronics, Samsung Biologics, Naver, and Hanwha Aerospace are not participating in the top 10 market cap. Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance company announced plans to raise corporate value in January. "사진 확대 Korea Exchange View [Source = Yonhap News] The momentum has continued even after the martial law was declared, with nearly 50% of the KOSPI 200's total market capitalization participating in the...[+2527 chars]" 2025-03-26T07:00:51 Baloise Holding AG (BLHEY) (Q4 2024) Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Financial Performance and ... Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/baloise-holding-ag-blhey-q4-070051196.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/a0509e1293559b78555d7d05e0481c28 US en Baloise Holding AG (BLHEY) reported strong underlying results with growth in target segments, particularly in Non-life and investment-type premiums. The company increased its cash remittance to CHF565 million, including a nonrecurring contribution from the optimization of the Belgium Life backlog. "Return on Equity: Increased from 7.2% to 13.9%. Cash Remittance: Increased to CHF565 million, including a nonrecurring CHF62 million contribution. Dividend: Proposed increase to CHF8.10 per share. Sha...[+4868 chars]" 2025-03-26T06:59:00 "Delixi Electric Unveils ""Towards Net Zero"" Guide, Paving the Way for a Zero-Carbon Future" DELIXI ELECTRIC https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/surveys_polls_and_research/delixi-electric-unveils-towards-net-zero-guide-paving-the-way-for-a-zero-carbon-future/article_5c702957-2af9-5270-8337-c7844c9b2498.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/8/f5/8f5ab70f-7e43-5ab1-9ec3-cf8011e9d942/67e3a9d4d8deb.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en "Delixi Electric and Xinhua Publishing House hosted a press conference in Beijing to unveil ""Towards Net Zero: A Practical Guide to Green and Sustainable Development Strategies"" on March 24, 2025. It is the industry's first comprehensive model guide on green and sustainable development practices." "BEIJING, March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 24, 2025, Delixi Electric, in cooperation with Xinhua Publishing House, hosted a press conference in Beijing to unveil ""Towards Net Zero: A Practical G...[+190 chars]" 2025-03-26T06:43:00 Sally Jewell's advice to her generation: Mentor the young 'but get out of their damn way' https://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/news/2025/03/25/sally-jewell-offers-advice-dc-changes.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12948541/psbj-environment-sustainability-awards-03-sally-jewell-keynote-fireside*1200xx4731-2661-0-116.jpg US en Sally Jewell advises Seattle entrepreneurs to raise awareness of the impacts of federal regulatory changes on their businesses. Jewell served as the Interior secretary under President Barack Obama. She is the former CEO of REI Co-op and now serves on various boards, including those of Costco Wholesale Corp. and the Nature Conservancy. "The former Interior secretary says Seattle entrepreneurs concerned about all the changes emanating from D.C. should raise awareness of the impacts on their businesses. Sally Jewell, who served as the ...[+3516 chars]" 2025-03-26T05:27:35 Johnson Service Group's (LON:JSG) Upcoming Dividend Will Be Larger Than Last Year's Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/johnson-groups-lon-jsg-upcoming-052735757.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cad82122f76c67777bddf343c22280b4 US en Johnson Service Group PLC (LON:JSG) will be paying its dividend of £0.027 on the 9th of May. This makes the dividend yield 2.9%, which is above the industry average. However, the company has cut the dividend at least once in the last 10 years. Johnson Service Group hasn't seen much change in its earnings per share over the last five years. The board of Johnson Service Group PLC (LON:JSG) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of £0.027 on the 9th of May, an increased payment from last year's comparable dividend. This makes th...[+3252 chars] 2025-03-26T05:22:35 HL Mando's ESG Leadership Recognized with Prestigious ASRA Gold Award Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=238346 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202503/238346_241691_173_v150.jpg KR en HL Mando has won the Gold award at the 2024 Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards. It is the first time a South Korean conglomerate has been honored with this highest accolade. HL Mando's success positions it as a leader among Korean conglomerates in sustainability efforts. HL Mando, a prominent South Korean conglomerate, has won the prestigious Gold award at the 2024 Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards (ASRA). This achievement, announced on March 26, marks the first ti...[+1895 chars] 2025-03-26T05:10:15 "The critical role of marine insurers in ""net zero""" https://www.naftemporiki.gr/english/1937242/the-critical-role-of-marine-insurers-in-net-zero https://www.naftemporiki.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ploio-nautilia.jpg GR en Hellenic Hull Management (HMA) is a leading marine insurance management company. The Poseidon Principles for marine insurance supports the decarbonization of the shipping sector and aligns insurance decisions with the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. Greek-owned fleet is the largest in the world operating with alternative fuels and with sulfur oxide scrubber-fitted fleet. Hellenic Hull Management (HMA), a leading marine insurance management company, on the occasion of the publication of the third annual report of the Poseidon Principles, pointed out that achieving the ...[+2503 chars] 2025-03-26T05:06:32 The Future of Banking Compliance: Skylory Corp's Predictions for 2025 and Beyond https://southfloridareporter.com/the-future-of-banking-compliance-skylory-corps-predictions-for-2025-and-beyond https://southfloridareporter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/vecteezy_handshake-with-cityscape-background_2728624.jpg US en Skylory Corp's expert predictions for the future of banking compliance in 2025 and beyond include the rise of AI and machine learning in compliance. They predict that by 2025, financial institutions will leverage AI-driven compliance solutions at an unprecedented scale. They also predict that biometric authentication, blockchain-based identity solutions and AI- driven verification processes will become industry standards. "The Future of Banking Compliance: Skylory Corp's Predictions for 2025 and Beyond The banking industry is facing an unprecedented wave of regulatory changes and technological advancements. As financial...[+8352 chars]" 2025-03-26T04:29:00 Squamish letter: Failure of logging GHG reporting Michael Polanyi https://www.squamishchief.com/opinion/squamish-letter-failure-of-logging-ghg-reporting-10428139 https://www.vmcdn.ca/f/files/glaciermedia/images/climate-enviro-solutions/forestry/rsz_thumbnail_klanawa-valley-old-growth-logging-split-view.jpg;w=960;h=640;mode=crop CA en Audit finds B.C. does not show how it calculates forest carbon. Canada's Office of the Auditor General raised similar concerns in 2013. Frontiers for Forests and Global Change found that Canada has been underreporting GHG emissions from forestry by almost 100 million tonnes a year. 'Until Ottawa and the provinces acknowledge the true extent of GHG emissions associated with logging, Canada won't be able to implement effective policies to reduce carbon pollution and help prevent t...[+866 chars] 2025-03-26T03:58:46 Exploring the bidirectional ESG spillover effects in FDI (Hong Kong Monetary Authority) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/Exploring_the_bidirectional_ESG_spillover_effects_in_FDI_Hon https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OfrtvQc33kA/0.jpg US en Research Memorandum 06/202525 March 2025 explores the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) on environmental, social, and government effects. FDI has been recognised as a driver of economic growth. It covers ESG Scores and CSA's Frequently Asked Questions. )Research Memorandum 06/202525 March 2025EXPLORING THE BIDIRECTIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND GOVERNANCE SPILLOVER EFFECTS IN FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTKey points Foreign direct investment (FDI) has ...[+88 chars] 2025-03-26T02:06:08 Borneo Oil gets Petronas licence Juiceapac Web Development Team https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/255063/borneo-oil-gets-petronas-licence https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/03/Borneo_Oil.jpg MY en Borneo Oil Berhad's indirect subsidiary Borneo oil has secured a licence from Petroliam Nasional Bhd as a Sabahan vendor. BOS has signed an agreement with Intercontinental Strait Energy Technology Co Ltd to jointly bid for projects involving drilling, completion, stimulation, and geological consultancy. The total number of SugarBun and Pezzo outlets increased to 130 as of June 30, 2024, up from 127 outlets in 2023. Datuk Joseph Lee Yok Min has been promoted to Managing Director of the Company from April 1, 2022. "Published on: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 Published on: Wed, Mar 26, 2025 By: David Thien Text Size: Borneo Oil Berhad's sustainable business approach adopts a proactive approach towards the planet, peo...[+2684 chars]" 2025-03-26T01:30:00 Decisions Adopted by eQ Plc's Annual General Meeting https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6068563 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en eQ Plc's Annual General Meeting was held on 25 March 2025. The AGM confirmed the financial statement of the company, the report by the Board of Directors and the auditor's report for the financial year 2024. A dividend of 0.66 euros per share will be paid out in two installments. The first installment of the dividend shall be paid on 3 April 2025 and the second installment on 14 October 2025. Päivi Arminen, Nicolas Berner, Georg Ehrnrooth, Janne Larma, Tomas von Rettig, and Caroline Bertlin were re-elected as members to the Board. The Board appointed Georg Ehnrooth as the "eQ Plc Stock Exchange Release 25 March 2025, at 7.30 p.m. eQ Plc's Annual General Meeting, held on Tuesday 25 March 2025 as a hybrid meeting in accordance with chapter 5, section 16, subsection 2 of t...[+6454 chars]" 2025-03-26T00:58:14 Prioritizing ESG on corporate strategy Mhicole A. Moral https://www.bworldonline.com/spotlight/2025/03/26/661872/prioritizing-esg-on-corporate-strategy https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/For-Feature-1-Freepik-OL.jpg PH en Businesses are recognizing the value of embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into their operations to drive financial and reputational benefits. EY-Parthenon said that ESG factors influence financial performance. Trust institutions can support companies in refining their ESG disclosures and help them attract investors. "By Mhicole A. Moral, Special Features and Content Writer, BusinessWorld Businesses are now recognizing the value of embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into their oper...[+8317 chars]" 2025-03-26T00:20:00 Sri Lanka's next big export opportunity: Financial benefits of safeguarding environment https://www.ft.lk/opinion/Sri-Lanka-s-next-big-export-opportunity-Financial-benefits-of-safeguarding-environment/14-774765 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_66bf5429e9.jpg LK en Export Development Board (EDB) is targeting $ 45 billion in export revenue by 2030. Sri Lanka is ranked 124 out of 183 countries on the ND-GAIN index. The country's future depends on proactive measures to mitigate and navigate climate risks. Sustainability is not just an economic opportunity but an urgent necessity for Sri Lanka. Article 6 of the Paris Agreement establishes a framework for governments to trade positive environmental outcomes. The Export Development Board (EDB) is targeting an ambitious $ 45 billion in export revenue by 2030, our country's economic resilience hinges on its ability to transform these export earnings for the ...[+9063 chars] 2025-03-26T00:19:20 Media Insider: Jim Grenon willing to compromise on new-look NZME board but says existing directors will hopefully decide it is ‘futile to continue' Shayne Currie https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-jim-grenon-willing-to-compromise-on-new-look-nzme-board-but-says-existing-directors-will-hopefully-decide-it-is-futile-to-continue/BZOJMQV4FFHS3JMWRC4C6MGXXQ https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/2GDMNMCMABDRNL4GCO6XF2IRFE.JPG?auth=671a57533e6277e0a4eb25c7fc32b191d406d92329f9f296a9e5252faa8873cc&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&smart=true NZ en Auckland businessman Jim Grenon is willing to compromise on a new-look NZME board by including the company's chief executive as a potential new director, but he hopes the existing board will decide it is 'futile to continue'. in a new letter released to the NZX by Auckland businessman Jim Grenon says he is willing to compromise on a new-look NZME board by including the company's chief executive as a potential new director but says the existing board will hopefu...[+89 chars] 2025-03-26T00:14:02 Air travel could become too expensive for most of us, warns Qantas boss Christopher Jasper https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/air-travel-could-become-too-expensive-for-most-of-us-warns-qantas-boss-20250326-p5lmku.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.195%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/53fbd861ba48b1e85e0d918f11711adb8a517ce9 AU en Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson warns that net zero could push up airfares for the masses. Airbus boss Guillaume Faury says the price of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) may never match traditional kerosene. Britain has issued a mandate for carriers to use at least 10 per cent SAF by 2030, one of the most stringent requirements in the world. In Australia, Qantas is aiming to use around 60 per cent by 2050. "Net zero could make flying 'something for the privileged', the boss of Australia's biggest airline has warned. Qantas chief executive Vanessa Hudson said the higher costs associated with clean fuel we...[+1289 chars]" 2025-03-26T00:14:02 Net zero mandates could make airfares too expensive for most: Qantas boss Christopher Jasper https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/air-travel-could-become-too-expensive-for-most-of-us-warns-qantas-boss-20250326-p5lmku.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.195%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/53fbd861ba48b1e85e0d918f11711adb8a517ce9 AU en Qantas chief executive Vanessa Hudson warns of higher costs associated with clean fuel mandates. Airbus boss Guillaume Faury says net zero will add a 'green premium' to plane tickets and reverse the decades-long trend of flying getting cheaper over time. Britain has issued a mandate for carriers to use at least 10 per cent sustainable aviation fuel by 2030, one of the most stringent requirements in the world. In Australia, Qantas is aiming to use around 60 per cent SAF by 2050. "Net zero mandates could make flying 'something for the privileged', the boss of Australia's biggest airline has warned. Qantas chief executive Vanessa Hudson said the higher costs associated with clea...[+1188 chars]" 2025-03-26T00:14:02 Net zero mandates could make airfares too expensive for most: Qantas boss Christopher Jasper https://watoday.com.au/business/companies/air-travel-could-become-too-expensive-for-most-of-us-warns-qantas-boss-20250326-p5lmku.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.1878%2C$multiply_0.7554%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_86%2Cf_auto/t_watoday_no_label_no_age_social_wm/e9d0e1ddef2145615e07c4b336354a5df0f2fdae AU en Qantas chief executive Vanessa Hudson warns that net zero mandates will push up airfares. Airbus boss Guillaume Faury says net zero will add a 'green premium' to plane tickets and reverse the decades-long trend of flying getting cheaper over time. "Net zero mandates could make flying 'something for the privileged', the boss of Australia's biggest airline has warned. Qantas chief executive Vanessa Hudson said the higher costs associated with clea...[+525 chars]" 2025-03-26T00:01:11 'First of a kind': BSI unveils 'pioneering' new UK nature market investment standard https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4411381/bsi-unveils-pioneering-uk-nature-market-investment-standard https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/4390fc2/a718b572-d9b0-4767-8323-d00d5d8a7424/2/iStock-533498889-370x229.jpg GB en "Green finance standard designed to clamp down on 'greenwashing' and enable high integrity investments in the UK's nature markets has been unveiled by the British government. It is a ""landmark"" government-backed green finance standard. It's designed to enable investments in UK's fledgling nature markets." "A ""landmark"" government-backed green finance standard designed to clamp down on 'greenwashing' and enable high integrity investments in the UK's fledgling nature markets has been unveiled by the Briti...[+5 chars]" 2025-03-26T00:00:00 Why The Business Case For DEI Still Matters SAP Guest https://www.forbes.com/sites/sap/2025/03/26/why-the-business-case-for-dei-still-matters https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/618bb574daedb94e021a3887/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The companies seeing the most success treat diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as a core lever for performance, not a side initiative. Data shows companies with inclusive cultures outperform on employee retention, innovation, and customer loyalty. Passion matters, but so does business acumen. "The companies seeing the most success treat DEI as a core lever for performance, not a side initiative. By Lauren Paul, SAP Insights Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts have faced intense p...[+3344 chars]" 2025-03-26T00:00:00 Global companies bullish on Shanghai SHI JING https://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202503/26/WS67e3ae37a3101d4e4dc2afce.html http://img2.chinadaily.com.cn/images/202503/26/67e3ae37a3101d4e452e56aa.jpeg CN en "Shanghai Global Investment Promotion Conference 2025 was held on Tuesday. It marked the beginning of a week-long business soliciting activity called ""Invest in Shanghai"". Several enterprises have vowed to invest in Shanghai as the city pledges to improve government efficiency and facilitate technology innovation." "By SHI JING in Shanghai | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-03-26 15:35 A robot attracts delegates during the Shanghai Global Investment Promotion Conference 2025 held on Tuesday. CHINA DAILY Several ...[+390 chars]" 2025-03-26T00:00:00 Oxford Lane Capital Corp. Announces Declaration of Distributions on Common Stock for the Months Ending ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/Oxford_Lane_Capital_Corp_Announces_Declaration_of_Distributi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Oxford Lane Capital Corp. (NasdaqGS: OXLC) and Oxlade Capital Corp.: OXLAC. (GSEGS:OXLCP) are listed on the NasdaqGS and NasdaqGSE. GREENWICH, Conn., March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxford Lane Capital Corp. (NasdaqGS: OXLC) (NasdaqGS: OXLCP) (NasdaqGS: 2025-03-26T00:00:00 Canadian billionaire willing to compromise on NZME board changes to become chair Stuff https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/Canadian_billionaire_willing_to_compromise_on_NZME_board_cha https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en James Grenon wants to include NZME CEO Michael Boggs on the new board to satisfy shareholder factions at the NZX. He wrote to the NZx about it in a new letter. Â.  y . In a new letter to the NZX, James Grenon said he would be willing to include NZME CEO Michael Boggs on the new board to satisfy shareholder factions. 2025-03-26T00:00:00 Digi Power X to Announce 2024 Year End Financial Results on March 31st Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/Digi_Power_X_to_Announce_2024_Year_End_Financial_Results_on_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Digi Power X Inc. (Nasdaq: DGXX / TSXV:DGXX) went public on March 26, 2025. The company's stock is traded on the Nasdaq and the TSX-V exchanges. It's a technology company. MIAMI, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digi Power X Inc. ('Digi Power X' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGXX / TSXV: 2025-03-26T00:00:00 SEO head outlines 5 plans to enhance efficiency, transparency in capital market Tehran Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/SEO_head_outlines_5_plans_to_enhance_efficiency_transparency https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The head of Iran Securities and Exchange Organization outlined the five major plans for enhancing efficiency and transparency in the capital market in the new Iranian calendar year, which began on March 21, 2013. The head of the SEC outlined the 5 major plans to enhance efficiency and Transparency in the Capital Market. TEHRAN- The head of Iran Securities and Exchange Organization (SEO) outlined the five major plans for enhancing efficiency and transparency in the capital market in the new Iranian calendar year, whic...[+20 chars] 2025-03-26T00:00:00 Treasury ends ownership reporting mandate for nearly all U.S. companies Grand Rapids Business Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/Treasury_ends_ownership_reporting_mandate_for_nearly_all_US_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A new rule for the Corporate Transparency Act would require only foreign-based companies to report their ownership to the federal government. The interim final rule says only companies created under foreign laws and registered to do business in the U.S. will be required to submit BOI reports. The U.S. Treasury building in Washington, D.C. Credit: Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg A new rule for the Corporate Transparency Act that would require only foreign-based companies to report their ownershi...[+323 chars] 2025-03-26T00:00:00 European Space Agency looks ahead with ESA Strategy 2040 Eweekly https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/26/European_Space_Agency_looks_ahead_with_ESA_Strategy_2040 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The agency's stated aim is to 'Lead and orchestrate European space excellence to build a more prosperous, resilient, independent and inspiring life for all of Europe' Its strategy is framed around five goals, with each goal having specific objectives. They are Protect our Planet and Climate Explore, Explore and Protect Our Planet. Its stated aim is to 'Lead and orchestrate European space excellence to build a more prosperous, resilient, independent and inspiring life for all of Europe'. Goals The agency says its strategy is fra...[+108 chars] 2025-03-26T00:00:00 Corporate social responsibility: How Arizona companies can foster lasting change Jami Carlson https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/corporate-social-responsibility-how-arizona-companies-can-foster-lasting-change,571938 https://gamma.creativecirclecdn.com/yourvalley/original/20250326-063158-5ca-Jami%20Carlson%20headshot.jpg US en Plexus has supported programs to help children in foster care through financial contributions, donated items and volunteer efforts. Plexus partnered with The Foster Alliance to supply self-care products, a highly requested item for teens in Foster care. Jami Carlson and Elizabeth Woods advise Plexus to focus on long-term solutions rather than short-term relief. "By Jami Carlson and Elizabeth Woods Corporate social responsibility is more than a nice idea — it's a strategic approach that can enhance brand reputation, boost employee engagement and drive meaningf...[+4331 chars]" 2025-03-26T00:00:00 SPS Commerce Releases 2024 ESG Report, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable and Responsible Growth redazione web https://www.padovanews.it/2025/03/26/sps-commerce-releases-2024-esg-report-reinforcing-commitment-to-sustainable-and-responsible-growth https://www.padovanews.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SPS-Commerce-Inc-.png IT en SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPSC) announced the release of its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. This report highlights the company's key advancements in governance, employee experience, community engagement, and environmental stewardship. This press release may contain forward-looking statements. MINNEAPOLIS, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SPS Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPSC), a leader in retail supply chain cloud services, today announced the release of its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Gov...[+1951 chars] 2025-03-25T22:50:26 SEO head outlines 5 plans to enhance efficiency, transparency in capital market https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/511203/SEO-head-outlines-5-plans-to-enhance-efficiency-transparency https://media.tehrantimes.com/d/t/2025/03/25/4/5436867.jpg?ts=1742923657328 IR en The head of Iran Securities and Exchange Organization (SEO) outlined the five major plans for enhancing efficiency and transparency in the capital market in the new Iranian calendar year, which began on March 21. Hojatollah Seyedi hopes the number of listed companies will exceed 1,000 this year. TEHRAN- The head of Iran Securities and Exchange Organization (SEO) outlined the five major plans for enhancing efficiency and transparency in the capital market in the new Iranian calendar year, whic...[+1814 chars] 2025-03-25T22:16:04 0.07% of the market, 16% of the equity raised: How Strategy is redefining corporate leverage BTC Manager https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/007_of_the_market_16_of_the_equity_raised_How_Strategy_is_re https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/[] US en Strategy is changing the way public companies interact with capital markets. It's reshaping how they interact with the market and could have a positive impact on public companies' business practices.   . for more information, visit Strategy's website here. Is Strategy quietly reshaping how public companies interact with capital markets — and could its 2025-03-25T21:49:31 Green finance standards launched to set bar for nature investments PA News Agency https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/national/25037449.green-finance-standards-launched-set-bar-nature-investments https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/resources/images/19250397.jpg?type=og-image GB en The Overarching Principles Standard is the first of its kind for nature markets in the UK and one of the first in the world. It aims to build confidence among businesses over the real-world impact of nature investments. It will help to drive capital into high-quality projects, including restoring wetlands, improving water quality, building flood resilience and creating new habitats. The British Standards Institution (BSI) said market participants can immediately start using the Overarching Principles Standard, which aims to build confidence among businesses over the real-world im...[+2561 chars] 2025-03-25T21:49:31 Green finance standards launched to set bar for nature investments PA News Agency https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/national/25037449.green-finance-standards-launched-set-bar-nature-investments https://www.edp24.co.uk/resources/images/19250397.jpg?type=og-image GB en The Overarching Principles Standard is the first of its kind for nature markets in the UK and one of the first in the world. It aims to build confidence among businesses over the real-world impact of nature investments. It will help to drive capital into high-quality projects, including restoring wetlands, improving water quality, building flood resilience and creating new habitats. The British Standards Institution (BSI) said market participants can immediately start using the Overarching Principles Standard, which aims to build confidence among businesses over the real-world im...[+2561 chars] 2025-03-25T21:43:16 Green finance standards launched to set bar for nature investments Rebecca Speare-Cole https://uk.news.yahoo.com/green-finance-standards-launched-set-214316881.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/oNi7UeLuPYfIpmdy1TKCig--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/pa_viral_news_uk_120/d217ae8fb9a2cbea15452cb66ee29c59 US en Government-backed nature finance standards have been launched to set the bar for nature investments and drive capital into restoring the environment. The Overarching Principles Standard is the first of its kind in the UK and one of the first in the world. It comes as part of wider Government efforts to boost economic growth and position the UK as a global leader in green finance. "Government-backed nature finance standards have been launched to set the bar for nature investments, clamp down on greenwashing and drive capital into restoring the environment. The British Standards ...[+2739 chars]" 2025-03-25T21:42:06 Caring for More Clients, Colleagues and Communities, More Completely is the Focus of Edward Jones' Annual Report Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/caring-for-more-clients-colleagues-and-communities-more-completely-is-the-focus-of-edward-jones/article_c4f9bc58-f306-532a-9116-806ac4d6080e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Edward Jones released its seventh annual Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship report, Serving deeply. Its three purpose focus areas are Partnering for Lasting Financial Strength, Promoting Healthier Futures and Advancing Inclusive Growth. Edward Jones is fueled by its purpose to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues and better its communities and society. ST. LOUIS, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Edward Jones released its seventh annual Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship report, Serving deeply, outlining how the firm brings its purpose and business imp...[+341 chars] 2025-03-25T21:14:12 Minority pledges full cooperation into probe of ECG missing containers https://www.myjoyonline.com/minority-pledges-full-cooperation-into-probe-of-ecg-missing-containers https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Adomako.jpg GH en The Minority in Parliament has vowed to fully cooperate with investigations into the disappearance of more than 1,300 ECG containers. A committee set up to investigate the issue uncovered widespread procurement breaches spanning several years. Collins Adomako Mensah is the Minority Deputy Ranking on the Energy Committee. He denied any prior knowledge of the issue. "The Minority in Parliament has vowed to fully cooperate with investigations into the disappearance of more than Former Deputy Energy Minister Collins Adomako Mensah reaffirmed the Minority's commitmen...[+1851 chars]" 2025-03-25T20:35:39 """I Want to Fly w/ Professional Adults, Not Children.""" An Observer https://pathgirl8.substack.com/p/i-want-to-fly-w-professional-adults https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F990dbf09-8322-4a21-915e-38e007bf5cfd_1290x693.jpeg US en "DEI needs to do more or else more will die in the skies. This post is public, so feel free to share it with others. It's called An Observer's Substack and it's about DEI.  ""DEI's"" mission is to kill people." "DEI needs to d-i-e. Or else, more will d-i-e in the skies. . Leave a comment Thanks for reading An Observer's Substack! This post is public so feel free to share it. Share" 2025-03-25T20:15:43 Xylem to Release First Quarter 2025 Financial Results on April 29, 2025 Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/xylem-to-release-first-quarter-2025-financial-results-on-april-29-2025/article_ecba8499-48f9-588d-bee5-34c4cb55f39c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Xylem Inc. will release its first quarter 2025 results at 6:55 a.m. (ET) on April 29, 2025. At 9:00 am ET, Xylem's senior management team will host a conference call with investors. Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL), a leading global water solutions company that empowers customers and communities to build a more water-secure world, will release its first quarter 2025 results at 6:55 a.m. (E...[+115 chars] 2025-03-25T20:10:10 Roundup: Easter Egg Roll / Shell's future / Small business owners Holly Duchmann https://www.businessreport.com/article/roundup-easter-egg-roll-shells-future-small-business-owners https://s25562.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/BRBR_Favicon.png US en The White House is looking for corporate sponsors for its Easter Egg Roll next month. Shell says it is targeting hydrocarbon production growth and plans to increase shareholder returns. The U.S. Treasury is scrapping a requirement for small businesses to report information about their owners to the federal government. Going corporate: The White House is recruiting corporate sponsors for its Easter Egg Roll next month. The financial backers of the April 21 event would be able to choose from three options that cost b...[+939 chars] 2025-03-25T20:00:46 Supplemental information on Agenda Item 6 (election to the Supervisory Board) (12 DHL Group Information on Agenda Item 6 2025) (Deutsche Post AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Supplemental_information_on_Agenda_Item_6_election_to_the_Su https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/[] US en Agenda Item 6 (Elections to the Supervisory board) contains information in accordance with Section 125 (1) sentence 5 AktG (German Stock Cooperation Act) and the German Corporate Governance Code: Ingrid Deltenre's personal data year of 2013. )Information on Agenda Item 6 (Elections to the Supervisory Board), in particular in accordance with Section 125 (1) sentence 5 AktG (German Stock Cooperation Act) and the German Corporate Governance ...[+40 chars] 2025-03-25T19:25:28 Senegal's Hidden Debt Crisis: Minister Abdourahmane Sarr Responds archyde https://www.archyde.com/senegals-hidden-debt-crisis-minister-abdourahmane-sarr-responds https://lesoleil.sn/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GPUS5sdbQAAJ-w.jpg US en Senegal's Minister of Economy, Abdourahmane Sarr, addressed concerns regarding the underestimation of the nation's deficits and debt. The situation highlights a challenge faced by many developing nations: balancing economic growth with responsible debt management. The Minister stressed the importance of honesty and partnership. The acknowledgment of the previously underestimated debt carries significant implications for Senegal's economy. Dakar, Senegal – In a move signaling a commitment to fiscal obligation and transparency, Senegal's Minister of Economy, Abdourahmane Sarr, addressed concerns regarding the underestimation of the natio...[+4892 chars] 2025-03-25T19:12:45 Gomez Speaks Out on Civil Rights and Fairness RBR-TVBR https://rbr.com/gomez-speaks-out-on-civil-rights-and-fairness https://rbr.com/wp-content/uploads/image004-17.jpg CA en The senior Democratic Commissioner at the FCC urged business leaders to speak up against government intimidation and censorship as diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives come to an end under White House pressure. He was speaking at the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Legislative Summit. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Speaking at the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Legislative Summit, the senior Democratic Commissioner at the FCC urged business leaders to speak up against government intimidatio...[+177 chars] 2025-03-25T18:59:51 Market task force suggests removing prior investment requirement for IPO shares Anniversary Issue-I https://thefinancialexpress.com.bd/economy/market-task-force-suggests-removing-prior-investment-requirement-for-ipo-shares https://tfe-bd.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/posts/89861/bsec-logo.jpg BD en The task force of the capital market has recommended omission of the minimum prior equity investment requirement for investors to apply for IPO shares. The minimum investment had been set at Tk 20,000 in December 2020 by the commission led by Prof Shibli Rubayat Ul Islam following demands from brokerage firms. "The task force of the capital market has recommended omission of the minimum prior equity investment requirement for investors to apply for IPO shares. The suggestion given in a report submitted to th...[+977 chars]" 2025-03-25T18:55:00 Lumi Global Upgrades Quorum & Registration Tools to Boost Compliance and Meeting Efficiency PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/lumi-global-upgrades-quorum-registration-tools-to-boost-compliance-and-meeting-efficiency-125167.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1742971806 VN en Lumi Global, a leading provider of digital meeting solutions, announces enhancements to its existing quorum functionality with the latest updates to Quorum Counts and Registration Closure. The improvements further streamline participant access management, enhance real-time compliance tracking, and strengthen governance across a wide range of meeting formats. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+2766 chars] 2025-03-25T18:34:06 EXCLUSIVE: ESG Ruling Puts New Pressure on Public Pension Funds and BlackRock Fred Lucas https://www.dailysignal.com/2025/03/25/exclusive-esg-ruling-puts-new-pressure-on-public-pension-funds-and-blackrock https://www.dailysignal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/BlackRock-Consumer-385x200.jpg US en A federal court ruling regarding ESG investing with BlackRock could put public pension funds on the defense. Consumers' Research was set to send letters to the largest public pensions boards in each state on Tuesday. In January, a federal judge ruled that American Airlines' pension was in breach of its fiduciary duty for allowing BlackRock to weigh ESG consideration in employees' retirement plans. BlackRock was not a party in the lawsuit. "FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL–A federal court ruling regarding ESG investing with BlackRock could put public pension funds on the defense, a consumer group is warning. Consumers' Research was set to send ...[+3905 chars]" 2025-03-25T18:26:21 Oxford City Council just voted to divest from genocidal Israel and fossil fuels Ed Sykes https://www.thecanary.co/uk/analysis/2025/03/25/oxford-council-israel-divest https://www.thecanary.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Untitled-design-2025-03-25T182436.397.jpg GB en At an Oxford City Council meeting on Monday 24 March, councillors voted for an 'ethical investment and procurement' process in connection to Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza. Outside the meeting, dozens of Oxford residents had held a silent vigil with signs saying 'Divest now' and 'Not in our name'. The motion called for a 'commitment to human rights and international law' and to 'actively avoid complicity in Israel's occupation of Palestine'. It also called for action against companies complicit in climate destruction. At an Oxford City Council meeting on Monday 24 March, councillors unanimously voted for an 'ethical investment and procurement' process, specifically in connection to Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza...[+3776 chars] 2025-03-25T18:20:00 Investing in Shariah, Ethical, and Halal ETFs in Kashmir Irshad Mushtaq https://kashmirobserver.net/2025/03/25/investing-in-shariah-ethical-and-halal-etfs-in-kashmir https://kashmirobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Halal-Stocks.jpg IN en For Muslim investors in Kashmir, Shariah, Ethical, and Halal ETFs present a modern and responsible investment strategy aligned with Islamic principles. These investment options provide ethical financial growth while ensuring compliance with Shariah law. Shariah-compliant ETFs offer a diversified portfolio of stocks listed on India's major exchanges, such as NSE and BSE. "Representational Photo For Muslim investors in Kashmir, Shariah, Ethical, and Halal ETFs present a modern and responsible investment strategy aligned with Islamic principles. These investment options ...[+3028 chars]" 2025-03-25T18:10:00 Your Taxes: Form 150 – illegible or invasion of privacy? LEON HARRIS https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-847570 https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_407,w_690/507868 IL en The Israeli Tax Authority (ITA) has expanded the information it wants from Israeli residents about shareholdings in foreign companies and partnerships on Tax Form 150. Form 150 must be attached to annual tax returns filed from the beginning of 2025 onwards even if they relate to earlier years. The aim is to find out more about offshore and onshore companies. The new Form 150 has 49 questions and 29 detailed footnotes. It is everything a form shouldn't be. The Israeli Tax Authority (ITA) has considerably expanded the information they want from Israeli residents about shareholdings in foreign companies and partnerships on Tax Form 150. All this is pursua...[+4996 chars] 2025-03-25T18:00:00 Durban's tech skills shortage threatens economic growth Thami Magubane https://www.iol.co.za/mercury/news/durbans-tech-skills-shortage-threatens-economic-growth-28c6ab46-ae93-4cfe-ba83-f67d521b64db https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/There-is-a-skills-shortage-in-the-technology-and-Artificial-Intelligence-sectors-in-Durban-businesses-and-academics-say-Picture-Andrew-Brookes-Connect-Images-via-AFP?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/63b99e707305d7733125cbed6516fcfcead04147/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x3&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Hundreds of mid-size businesses in Durban have closed down recently. Business leaders and academics say Durban is struggling to attract and retain people with critical skills that are needed to propel its economy to great heights. Gary Nagoor, CFO of the Royal Tyres Group, said his company has struggled to find people with the required skills. Ebrahim Asmal, head of the Department of Information Technology at the Durban University of Technology, said the city has a growing start-up ecosystem with innovation hubs attracting entrepreneurs and innovators, but its size is smaller than Cape Town and Johannesburg. "Durban is battling to attract and retain people with critical skills that are needed to propel its economy to great heights. This is the sentiment expressed by business leaders and academics after it ...[+3884 chars]" 2025-03-25T17:49:00 Xojo 2025r1 Debuts with Linux ARM Support, Web Drag-and-Drop, and Direct App Store Submission PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/xojo-2025r1-debuts-with-linux-arm-support-web-drag-and-drop-and-direct-app-store-submission-125165.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1742971806 VN en Xojo 2025r1 delivers powerful new features and updates across all Desktop, Web and Mobile platforms. Developers can now run the Xojo.IDE on Linux ARM devices, including Raspberry Pi, making it easier than ever to build apps for the platform. Web drag and drop support, new mobile features for Android and iOS, and key IDE improvements have been introduced. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+3340 chars] 2025-03-25T17:30:00 What Is DOI? JPMorgan Chase Introduces New Change To DEI Program, Now Called ‘Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion' Sharelle Burt https://www.blackenterprise.com/jpmorgan-chase-changes-dei-program-to-doi https://blackenterprise-prod.b-cdn.net/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2025/01/admin-ajax-1.jpg US en JPMorgan Chase changed its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs to 'Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion (DOI)' as an effort to sustain market and regulation changes. President Trump signed an executive order to dismantle all DEI programs at the federal level. "News by Sharelle Burt What Is DOI? JPMorgan Chase Introduces New Change To DEI Program, Now Called 'Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion' JP's Chief Operating Officer Jenn Piepszak says the team belie...[+2707 chars]" 2025-03-25T17:28:11 CSR in India: The Big Picture DC Correspondent https://www.deccanchronicle.com/business/in-other-news/csr-in-india-the-big-picture-1868995 https://www.deccanchronicle.com/h-upload/2025/03/25/1901652-covid.jpg IN en It's been 10 years since the enactment of the Companies Act of 2013, which made it mandatory for companies to invest in CSR initiatives. CSR in India has evolved over the past decade into three scenarios: pre-COVID, COVID and post-Covid. According to the Economic Survey 2023-24, CSR spending in India increased by 53% from 2014 to 2022. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India has reached a significant milestone, marking 10 years since the enactment of the Companies Act of 2013, which made it mandatory for companies to invest i...[+8702 chars] 2025-03-25T17:08:19 Big Tree Closes Transaction for Sale of Biodiversity Business Plan to NANAVERSE Inc. ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Big_Tree_Closes_Transaction_for_Sale_of_Biodiversity_Busines https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/[] US en Big Tree Carbon Inc. (TSXV:BIGT) has closed the sale of its shares. The Company announced on February 24, 2025 that it was closing the sale. Big Tree is pleased to announce that the sale has been completed. The shares are now trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange. "TORONTO, ON / / March 25, 2025 / Big Tree Carbon Inc. (the ""Company"" or ""Big Tree"") (TSXV:BIGT) is pleased to announce that, further to its press release dated February 24, 2025, the Company has close...[+33 chars]" 2025-03-25T16:55:57 Easing FPI threshold can induce capital inflow, say experts https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-business/easing-fpi-threshold-can-induce-capital-inflow-say-experts/article69374245.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/business/40zq9a/article69374593.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/26%20SEBI%E2%80%99s.jpg IN en SEBI increased the threshold for FPIs to start making granular disclosures to ₹50,000 crore. FPIs who invest more than this amount in Indian stocks will have to disclose details of beneficial ownership and returns of FPIs among other details of the investing entities. Experts say it will ease the compliance burden on genuine investors. The Securities and Exchange Board of India's (SEBI) decision to increase the threshold for FPIs to start making granular disclosures, to ₹50,000 crore, may increase capital inflows amid relentless sel...[+2516 chars] 2025-03-25T16:05:00 Green agenda launched to push for pro-environment governance https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/26/tmt-newswire/green-agenda-launched-to-push-for-pro-environment-governance/2079462 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/25/575646.png PH en The Green Agenda 2025 is an advocacy platform promoting ecological integrity, climate justice, and sustainable governance for the upcoming elections. The press launch was held at Max's Restaurant in Quezon City. It introduced the 11-Point Green Agenda which outlines urgent policy priorities that need to be addressed by candidates in the 2025 elections. ENVIRONMENTAL advocates, civil society organizations, and policy experts have united to launch the Green Agenda 2025 — a comprehensive advocacy platform promoting ecological integrity, climate justice...[+255 chars] 2025-03-25T16:00:00 Top US official makes controversial move that could have big implications for nation's economy — here's why it matters Simon Sage https://www.yahoo.com/news/top-us-official-makes-controversial-160000850.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/QNkqi9jdh_WoCz6FqIRdZg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDE-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/3407ef03584f9f2fe274d9aab4b2a4a5 US en The SEC will review company requests to ignore shareholder resolutions on a case-by-case basis. Previously, the SEC would allow resolutions to be raised to a vote based on broad social issues such as the environment. SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw has criticized the change for its operational disruption. "New U.S. federal policies will make it harder for company shareholders to hold leadership accountable, according to Reuters. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will now be reviewing company r...[+2503 chars]" 2025-03-25T15:54:52 Vĩnh Phúc holds dialogue to address business challenges Vietnam News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/v_x129nh_ph_xfac_holds_dialogue_to_address_business_challeng https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Kdx54ShgMfs/0.jpg US en A leader of Vĩnh Phúc pledged to step up reforming administrative procedures, accelerate land clearance and enhance digital services to create a favourable and transparent investment and business climate for enterprises to operate and to promote business growth. . A leader of Vĩnh Phúc pledged to step up reforming administrative procedures, accelerate land clearance, and enhance digital services to guanrantee a favourable and transparent investment and business...[+39 chars] 2025-03-25T15:47:00 VGP NV announces the launch of a capped cash tender offer for its outstanding green bonds due 17 January 2027 and green bonds due 8 April 2029, and the intention to concurrently issue new green bonds Mar. 25, 2025 15:47 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6067943 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en VGP NV launched a capped cash tender offer for its outstanding green bonds due 17 January 2027 (ISIN: BE6332786449) and EUR 600,000,000 1.50% fixed-rate green bond due 8 April 2029. VGP is a pan-European owner, manager and developer of high-quality logistics and semi-industrial properties and a provider of renewable energy solutions. "Support Us Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 25, 2025 15:47 PRESS RELEASE Regulated Information* Public disclosure of inside information VGP NV announces the launch of a cappe...[+15123 chars]" 2025-03-25T15:45:30 Net zero could make flying ‘something for the privileged' Christopher Jasper https://www.yahoo.com/news/net-zero-could-flying-something-154530242.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/.q5646jedkOGFcU0woEIOg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NTA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_telegraph_258/847fad84276b8503ef10d1427ab02407 US en Vanessa Hudson, the chief executive of Qantas has warned that higher costs associated with clean fuel will push up air fares. Guillaume Faury, the boss of Airbus said net zero would add a 'green premium' to plane tickets and reverse the decades-long trend of flying getting cheaper. "Net zero could make flying 'something for the privileged', the boss of Qantas has warned. Vanessa Hudson, the chief executive of the Australian flag-carrier, said the higher costs associated with clea...[+3885 chars]" 2025-03-25T15:29:39 Should shipping giants pay more tax to help combat their climate impacts? Roger Harrabin https://www.businessgreen.com/news-analysis/4411338/shipping-giants-pay-tax-help-combat-climate-impacts https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/1609092/6c4d4bc5-2fc7-464a-b63c-f8fed1c61a54/4/iStock-1407975889-370x229.jpg GB en The world's largest shipping companies should pay more tax to help fund the decarbonisation and climate resilience projects that are necessitated by the industry's outsized carbon footprint, according to a new report by the International Institute of Economic Affairs (IEE). IEE is concerned about the shipping industry's large carbon footprint. Should the world's largest shipping companies pay more tax to help fund the decarbonisation and climate resilience projects that are necessitated by the industry's outsized carbon footprint? That is.....[+1 chars] 2025-03-25T15:26:14 Building a Resilient Future: Lenovo's Comprehensive ESG Governance Framework https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/building-a-resilient-future-lenovos-comprehensive-esg-governance-framework-0ec4d69f51ba3797be4356f2acca0300 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The Board of Directors has the highest level of oversight for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programs and manages this responsibility. ESG-related topics are included in the agenda items of the Board and Board Committee meetings throughout the financial year. The Chief Legal & Corporate Responsibility Officer provides executive leadership for Lenovo's ESG position. The Executive Oversight Committee (EOC) promotes a culture that encourages strong ESG performance. "Originally published in Lenovo's 2023/24 ESG Report A statement on oversight and management of Environmental, Social and Governance The oversight of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) program...[+10773 chars]" 2025-03-25T15:13:00 전남교육청, 시·도 교육청 ESG 업무 담당자 협의회 개최 http://breaknews.com/1103475 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2025032614536858.jpg KR en "ESG is an e-sensory code. It's used in games such as ""The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim"" and ""The Hobbit"". It's also used in movies like ""Hobnobbing"" and the ""Star Wars: The Last Jedi""." "▲ 여수 히든베이 호텔에서 열린 ESG 업무담당자 협의회에서 시·도 교육청 관계자들이 ESG 정책 방향을 논의하고 있다. (무안=브레이크뉴스) 이학수 기자=전남도교육청은 지난 25일 여수 히든베이 호텔 세미나실에서 '시·도 교육청 ESG 업무 담당자 협의회'를 열고, 2025년 ESG 추진계획을 공유했다. 이번 협의회는 전남교육청 주관으로 마련됐으며, 서울...[+3373 chars]" 2025-03-25T15:09:06 NCCPL to collect capital gains tax on April 3 News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/03/25/nccpl-to-collect-capital-gains-tax-on-april-3 https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/secp.jpg PK en The Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on share disposals at the Pakistan Stock Exchange for February 2025 will be collected on April 3 through the settling banks of Clearing Members (CMs). All CMs must ensure that the required amount is available in their settling bank accounts to facilitate timely tax collection. CMs are required to verify investor-wise capital gains, losses, and tax details. The National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) has announced that the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on share disposals at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) for February 2025 will be collected on ...[+809 chars] 2025-03-25T15:06:43 SEC Updates Investment Management Marketing Rule FAQs: Key Insights and Changes for Advisors archyde https://www.archyde.com/sec-updates-investment-management-marketing-rule-faqs-key-insights-and-changes-for-advisors https://www.hklaw.com/-/media/images/twittercards/blogs/secondopinionsblog.png?rev=64b26758413442e7a97da214ce21ccee&sc_lang=en&hash=3C1C1933777E830D89438A13DD416C06 US en The Securities and Exchange Commission updated its Marketing Compliance Frequently Asked Questions on March 19, 2025. The updates address lingering ambiguities surrounding the presentation of performance data under Rule 206(4)-1 of the Investment advisers Act of 1940. The new guidance clarifies when advisers can present extracted performance and certain non-performance metrics on a gross basis. Washington D.C. – In a move welcomed by many in the investment advisory industry,the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) updated its Marketing Compliance Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Marc...[+7085 chars] 2025-03-25T15:00:00 Progress on share buyback programme Mar. 25, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6067893 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en 2,766,772 shares were repurchased during the week of 17 March 2025 up to and including 21 March 2025. The shares were bought at an average price of €18.52. The total number of shares bought under the programme is 92,704,723 ordinary shares for a total consideration of €1,445,659,093.91. "Progress on share buyback programme ING announced today that, as part of our €2.0 billion share buyback programme announced on 31 October 2024, in total 2,766,772 shares were repurchased during the we...[+10598 chars]" 2025-03-25T14:24:15 Nigeria's financial reporting reforms spark debate among stakeholders https://www.pulse.ng/articles/news/local/nigerias-financial-reporting-reforms-spark-debate-among-stakeholders-2025032514221130075 https://image.api.sportal365.com/process//smp-images-production/pulse.ng/25032025/a9111c9c-4a01-49f1-8438-ac85d8073a96.jpg NG en The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) is addressing growing concerns over the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria's (FRCN) new fees and annual dues imposed on Public Interest Entities (PIEs). PEBEC is facilitating stakeholder engagements to encourage open dialogue and find balanced solutions. The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) is addressing growing concerns over the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria's (FRCN) new fees and annual dues imposed on Public Intere...[+1401 chars] 2025-03-25T14:15:52 Cascale Expands MCAP To Advance Impact on Decarbonization https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/climate-change-2078509658bba13fcefb2363efc1928e https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Cascale's Manufacturer Climate Action Program (MCAP) is expanding this year with two new cohorts. MCAP supports manufacturers to set Scope 1 and 2 emission reduction targets emissions. The first two cohorts included 58 manufacturers and seven nominating brands, working together to develop and set Science-Aligned Targets (SATs). AMSTERDAM, HONG KONG, and OAKLAND, Calif., March 25, 2025 /3BL/ - Cascale's Manufacturer Climate Action Program (MCAP), a vital initiative that supports manufacturers globally to begin their decarboni...[+3986 chars] 2025-03-25T13:45:05 Trump's Pick to Lead Social Security Administration Faces Senators https://dnyuz.com/2025/03/25/trumps-pick-to-lead-social-security-administration-faces-senators https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Trumps-Pick-to-Lead-Social-Security-Administration-Faces-Senators.jpg US en Frank Bisignano is being considered to lead the Social Security Administration. He will go before the Senate on Tuesday morning to answer questions about his plans for the agency. Since a team from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency arrived at the agency, it has taken a series of rapid fire actions, including significant job cuts and policy changes that have rattled advocates and employees. Frank Bisignano, the Wall Street veteran being considered to lead the Social Security Administration, will go before the Senate on Tuesday morning, where lawmakers will demand answers about his plans ...[+967 chars] 2025-03-25T13:06:20 Qifu Technology Releases 2024 ESG Report Qifu Technology https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/qifu-technology-releases-2024-esg-report/article_8172e79a-f08e-5f49-8406-0ca4f5cee0cf.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Qifu Technology, Inc. has published its annual ESG report for 2024. The report highlights the Company's efforts to environmental sustainability and social responsibility, the progress to improve corporate governance, and its ESG performance. In the future, the Company will stay committed to enabling a better life for people by facilitating safe, convenient and inclusive financial services through technology empowerment to financial institutions. SHANGHAI, China, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Qifu Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: QFIN; HKEx: 3660) ('Qifu Technology' or the 'Company'), a leading AI-empowered Credit-Tech platform in China, today p...[+515 chars] 2025-03-25T13:05:00 S&P Global Announces New Board Leadership: Ian P. Livingston Named Chairman of the Board S&P Global https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/personnel_announcements/s-p-global-announces-new-board-leadership-ian-p-livingston-named-chairman-of-the-board/article_a7b45c60-7538-51e5-acd7-719a1e378ef4.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/48/f486c058-0d4d-573a-8b42-ce6b009a6240/6707d3d603a38.image.jpg?crop=737%2C387%2C131%2C0 US en Ian P. Livingston elected as Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of S&P Global effective May 7, 2025. He will succeed Richard E. Thornburgh who will retire when his current term expires in May 2025. Richard Thornburgh has served as the non-executive chairman since October 2020. "Ian P. Livingston elected as Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of S&P Global Livingston succeeds Richard E. Thornburgh who will retire when his current term expires in May 2025 NEW YORK...[+400 chars]" 2025-03-25T13:05:00 Foreign influence in higher ed addressed in expanded oversight bill Alan Wooten https://kdhnews.com/news/nation/foreign-influence-in-higher-ed-addressed-in-expanded-oversight-bill/article_3447b828-e13a-5e81-aa0a-b97b7d34e65d.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/kdhnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/60/060efee1-434f-5009-b67a-03bd5a7e814a/67e2c52feaaa4.preview.jpg?crop=1265%2C664%2C0%2C486&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The DETERRANT Act, filed by Rep. Michael Baumgartner, R-Wash., would tighten transparency and foreign gift reporting requirements for higher education institutions in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. Virginia Foxx is chairwoman of the Rules Committee. (The Center Square) – Transparency and foreign gift reporting requirements for higher education institutions would be tightened by a bill in the U.S. House of Representatives, says a North Carolina co...[+247 chars] 2025-03-25T12:55:05 Ezcorp announces private offering of $300M of senior notes Tip Ranks https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ezcorp-announces-private-offering-300m-125505946.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/tipranks_452/bbbaa42db25505e0ef236b01717fc510 US en EZCORP intends to offer $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its senior notes due 2032 in a private offering. The Company expects to use a portion of the net proceeds from the offering to repay its outstanding 2.375% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2025 at maturity and the rest for general corporate purposes. EZCORP (EZPW) intends to offer, subject to market conditions and other factors, $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its senior notes due 2032 in a private offering. The Notes will be senior uns...[+1203 chars] 2025-03-25T12:47:03 Weir Group's (LON:WEIR) Upcoming Dividend Will Be Larger Than Last Year's Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/weir-groups-lon-weir-upcoming-124703829.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4020998fe5d069537fb917fd739e4047 US en The Weir Group PLC (LON:WEIR) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 30th of May to £0.221. Despite this raise, the dividend yield of 1.7% is only a modest boost to shareholder returns. The company's dividend history has been marked by instability, with at least one cut in the last 10 years. However, the company has grown earnings per share at 17% per year over the past five years. The Weir Group PLC (LON:WEIR) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 30th of May to £0.221. Despite this raise, the dividend yield of 1.7% is only a modest boost to shar...[+3178 chars] 2025-03-25T12:31:16 NGX Group Backs The Athletics School Games Aduragbemi Omiyale https://businesspost.ng/sports/ngx-group-backs-the-athletics-school-games https://businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/accelerated-dynamism-of-NGX.jpg NG en The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Group Plc has partnered with The Athletics School Games (TASG), an annual sporting event bringing together young athletes from private schools in Lagos. The initiative aligns with NGX Group's corporate social responsibility (CSR) focus on community development. "By Aduragbemi Omiyale As part of its commitment to nurturing well-rounded future leaders through sports, discipline, and teamwork, the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Group Plc recently partnered with The Ath...[+2222 chars]" 2025-03-25T12:25:25 Shell plans cost, spending cuts amid weakened carbon goals NAN https://guardian.ng/energy/shell-plans-cost-spending-cuts-amid-weakened-carbon-goals https://cdn.guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/shell-energy-and-chemicals-park-rhineland-germany-640x360.jpg NG en Shell wants to reduce its annual spending to 20 billion dollars to 22 billion dollars over the next three years. It also wants to enhance investor returns through share buybacks and dividend payouts. The company wants to cut the net carbon intensity of the energy it sells by 15 dollars to 20 dollars by 2030, down from the original 20 dollars target. "Shell has announced plans to ramp up cost savings and reduce spending while aiming to deliver more value with lower emissions, in spite of having weakened its carbon reduction pledge in 2024. Ahead of...[+1570 chars]" 2025-03-25T12:19:42 Shell gives almost £19bn to shareholders and promises even more cash to come Jon Robinson.UK Editor https://www.business-live.co.uk/enterprise/shell-gives-almost-19bn-shareholders-31275586 https://i2-prod.chroniclelive.co.uk/incoming/article25365464.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/1_JS263520668.jpg GB en Shell passed nearly £19bn to shareholders in 2024. The company wants to reduce expenditures and improve cost efficiency. CEO Wael Sawan's pay package increased to £8.6m for 2024, up from £7.9m in 2023. BP's CEO Murray Auchincloss took a pay cut as profits dwindled at the company. "Shell has pledged to further reward its shareholders after passing nearly £19bn to them in 2024, alongside announcing plans to reduce expenditures and improve cost efficiency. Before its capital marke...[+3639 chars]" 2025-03-25T12:15:00 Shell announces ambitious growth and cost reduction goals for 2025-28 Maryana Ahmadova https://en.trend.az/business/4022197.html https://en.trend.az/media/2024/06/18/shell_logo_main1.jpg AZ en Shell has outlined its next steps in the strategy to enhance value creation and drive growth while prioritizing performance, discipline, and simplification. Shell has set ambitious targets for the coming years, including increasing shareholder distributions to 40-50% of cash flow from operations, continuing share buybacks, and maintaining a 4% per annum progressive dividend policy. "BAKU, Azerbaijan, March 25. Shell has outlined its next steps in the strategy to enhance value creation and drive growth while prioritizing performance, discipline, and simplification, Trend reports. ...[+888 chars]" 2025-03-25T12:00:00 TGT INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz and Grossman, LLC Reminds Investors of Target Corporation to Contact the Firm Today! PRESS RELEASE ACCESS NEWSWIRE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/tgt-investor-alert-bronstein-gewirtz-and-grossman-llc-reminds-investors-of-target-corporation-to-contact-the-firm-today-1034511016 https://app.accessnewswire.com/imagelibrary/c42656b2-bf92-4735-8ed9-f63a72253abf/978708/image.png US en Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a law firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. A class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) and certain of its officers for alleged violations of the federal securities laws. Investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/TGT. NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2025 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Cor...[+2941 chars] 2025-03-25T11:45:06 Geomega Closes $2M Convertible Debenture Financing Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/geomega-closes-2m-convertible-debenture-financing https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTQxMDE2NiM2ODMyMjM4IzIwODMxNDg= CA en Geomega Resources Inc. closed a non-brokered private placement of 12% unsecured convertible debentures in an aggregate principal amount of $2,022,761. The Corporation filed an application with the TSX Venture Exchange to approve the repricing and extension of a total of 4,354,667 warrants that will be expiring on May 3, 2025. MONTREAL, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Geomega Resources Inc. (' Geomega ' or the ' Corporation ') (TSX.V: GMA) is pleased to announce the closing of a non-brokered private placement (the ' Offer...[+364 chars] 2025-03-25T11:45:06 Geomega Closes $2M Convertible Debenture Financing Globe Newswire https://www.theobserver.ca/globe-newswire/geomega-closes-2m-convertible-debenture-financing https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTQxMDE2NiM2ODMyMjM4IzIwODMxNDg= CA en Geomega Resources Inc. closed a non-brokered private placement of 12% unsecured convertible debentures in an aggregate principal amount of $2,022,761. The Corporation filed an application with the TSX Venture Exchange to approve the repricing and extension of a total of 4,354,667 warrants that will be expiring on May 3, 2025. MONTREAL, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Geomega Resources Inc. (' Geomega ' or the ' Corporation ') (TSX.V: GMA) is pleased to announce the closing of a non-brokered private placement (the ' Offer...[+364 chars] 2025-03-25T11:32:02 Dangote Cement Achieves Higher CDP Ratings For Climate Change New Telegraph https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4211947/dangote-cement-achieves-higher-cdp-ratings-for-climate-change.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Dangote Cement Plc has achieved a B score in climate change and water security disclosures released by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). CDP is the world's largest, most comprehensive dataset on environmental action and it is based on the CDP's report. Dangote Cement Plc has achieved a B score in climate change and water security disclosures released by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). This is contained in a statement by the Managing Director an...[+256 chars] 2025-03-25T11:18:00 CIMB Partners Wild Asia To Drive Sustainable Palm Oil Practises For Smallholders BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2405928 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/d4e3495cf0e497628def31de65ad1f585faa804a8f89d MY en CIMB Bank Bhd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Wild Asia Sdn Bhd to drive the transition toward more sustainable practices in the palm oil sector. Wild Asia's Small Producer Inclusivity & Resilience Alliance Programme (Spiral) aims to drive greater accountability and responsible sourcing practices across the industry. KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- CIMB Bank Bhd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Wild Asia Sdn Bhd to drive the transition toward more sustainable practices in the palm oil sector...[+1860 chars] 2025-03-25T11:05:58 Solstice Upsizes Offering to $1.15M Business Wire https://www.thewhig.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/solstice-upsizes-offering-to-1-15m https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250325322191r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Solstice Gold Corp. has increased its previously announced non-brokered private placement from $850,000 to $1,150,000. There is continued significant participation from members of the board of directors and the management team. The Company is pleased to announce the increase. VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Solstice Gold Corp. (TSXV: SGC) (the ' Company ') Further to the news release issued on March 12, 2025, the Company is pleased to announce that in response to strong inve...[+253 chars] 2025-03-25T11:00:00 Kensing Named to CDP's A List for Climate Leadership and Retains EcoVadis Gold Rating PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/kensing-named-cdps-list-climate-110000948.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/c052eb132a415b44b1e619a011664785 US en Kensing LLC has been awarded an A- rating from CDP for its 2024 Climate Change disclosure and a B rating for its more recent water and forest disclosures. Kensing is a global leader in plant-based vitamin E and phytosterols and a North American leader in surfactants. In 2023, the company reduced operational carbon emissions by 27% compared to 2022 levels, driven by operational efficiencies and renewable energy projects. The company's strategic acquisitions of AOM and Vitae Naturals have further solidified its position as the world's leading provider of natural vitamins E and plant sterols. "Kensing earns recognition for leadership in corporate transparency and climate action, ranking among the top 3% EcoVadis assessed companies KANKAKEE, Ill., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kensing LLC, ...[+3756 chars]" 2025-03-25T10:58:45 Arcmont Asset Management: €475 Million Secured For Impact Lending Strategy Amit Chowdhry https://pulse2.com/arcmont-asset-management-e475-million-secured-for-impact-lending-strategy https://cdn.pulse2.com/cdn/2025/03/Arcmont-Asset-Management-Logo.jpeg US en Arcmont Asset Management has launched a new Impact Lending strategy. It secured two mandates totaling €475 million from APG and TIAA. Arcmont will provide debt financing to companies whose products and services address critical environmental and social challenges across four key themes: climate, health, education and sustainable economic growth. Arcmont Asset Management, a leading European private debt asset management firm and a member of Nuveen Private Capital (NPC), announced it has launched a new Impact Lending strategy. And it has secure...[+2618 chars] 2025-03-25T10:42:40 Shell vows to boost shareholder returns and cuts clean energy investment Jane Denton https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/markets/article-14534007/Shell-vows-boost-shareholder-returns-cuts-clean-energy-investment.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/03/25/10/96541045-0-image-m-16_1742897312509.jpg GB en Shell has vowed to boost shareholder returns while cutting costs and spending across its operations. The company cut its target for low-carbon energy investment from 20 to 10 per cent of its capital expenditure, but maintained the climate targets its set in 2024. It also wants to reduce its spending to between £15.5billion to £17billion a year over the next three years. Chief executive Wael Sawan's pay package increased by 8.5 per cent last year, to £8.6million. "Shell has vowed to boost shareholder returns while radically cutting costs and spending across its operations. The company cut its target for low-carbon energy investment from 20 to 10 per cent of its...[+3787 chars]" 2025-03-25T10:42:23 Dangote Cement Achieves Higher CDP Ratings For Climate Change New Telegraph-Admin https://newtelegraphng.com/dangote-cement-achieves-higher-cdp-ratings-for-climate-change https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Dangote-Cement-Logo.jpg NG en Dangote Cement Plc has achieved a 'B' score in climate change and water security disclosures released by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). This is contained in a statement by the Managing Director and Chief Executive of Dangote, Mr Arvind Pathak, on Monday in Lagos. CDP is the world's largest, most comprehensive dataset on environmental action. "Share Dangote Cement Plc has achieved a 'B' score in climate change and water security disclosures released by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). This is contained in a statement by the Managing Dir...[+1306 chars]" 2025-03-25T10:40:00 SIP vs Lumpsum: Which strategy works best for you? Ajit Menon https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sip-vs-lumpsum-which-strategy-works-best-for-you/articleshow/119465049.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119465208,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-10906,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Eddy Elfenbein is a portfolio manager and editor of Crossing Wall Street blog. He believes that human progress driven by ingenuity and innovation will continue to increase in value over time, so investors need to be clear about their investment time frame and exercise patience to reap the rewards. Eddy Elfenbein is a Washington, D.C.-based portfolio manager and editor of the blog Crossing Wall Street. He shared this interesting take on equities, which I take the liberty of reproducing here: 'Eq...[+7683 chars] 2025-03-25T10:39:42 SPEWLLS 2025: Seplat Energy Drives Gender Equity In Stem New Telegraph-Admin https://newtelegraphng.com/spewlls-2025-seplat-energy-drives-gender-equity-in-stem https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/images-43.jpeg NG en Seplat Energy reaffirmed its leadership in driving gender equity in STEM at the Society of Petroleum Engineers Women Leadership Lecture Series (SPEWLLS) 2025. The event brought together industry leaders, changemakers, and young professionals to push for greater female representation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. "Share Seplat Energy reaffirmed its leadership in driving gender equity in STEM at the Society of Petroleum Engineers Women Leadership Lecture Series (SPEWLLS) 2025, themed 'March Forward: Advancing Eq...[+2024 chars]" 2025-03-25T10:16:06 Jordan's Banks Drive Sustainability and Investment, Says Union of Arab Banks Chief //Petra// RZ https://petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=69744&lang=en&name=en_news&cat=en_news https://petra.gov.jo/upload/images/favicon.ico JO en Jordan's banking sector is increasingly focused on sustainability. Wissam Fattouh, Secretary General of the Union of Arab Banks, organized a forum in Amman to promote the adoption of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. The Union has introduced a service to support the adoption and implementation of ESG standards across various sectors. Amman, March 25 (Petra) -- Jordan's banking sector is increasingly focused on sustainability, with the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria now central to investment str...[+4438 chars] 2025-03-25T10:15:03 EdgePoint Investment Group buying at Premium Resources (PREM) INK Research https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/indices/TXOE/pressreleases/31560569/edgepoint-investment-group-buying-at-premium-resources-prem https://www.theglobeandmail.com/pf/resources/assets/meta/twitter-summary-240x240.png?d=679 CA en EdgePoint Investment Group Inc., a 10% Holder, acquired 69,607,843 Common Shares on a control or direction basis for registered holder Cymbria Corporation at a price of $0.300 through a prospectus or prospectus exempt offering on March 18th, 2025. The insider also acquired Warrants with an exercise price until March 18, 2028 for $20,882,353. EdgePoint Investment Group Inc., a 10% Holder, acquired 69,607,843 Common Shares on a control or direction basis for registered holder Cymbria Corporation at a price of $0.300 through a prospectus or ...[+340 chars] 2025-03-25T10:08:32 NGX Group restates commitment to youth empowerment, socioeconomic growth Iheanyi Nwachukwu https://businessday.ng/companies/article/ngx-group-restates-commitment-to-youth-empowerment-socioeconomic-growth https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NGX-Group-1.png NG en NGX Group supports The Athletics School Games (TASG), an annual sporting event bringing together young athletes from private schools in Lagos. The initiative aligns with NGX's corporate social responsibility (CSR) focus on community development. Seun Akinbohun, the event's initiator, highlighted TASG's role in unlocking opportunities for young athletes. Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) has reinforced its commitment to youth empowerment and socioeconomic growth through a strategic partnership with The Athletics School Games (TASG), an annual sporti...[+3405 chars] 2025-03-25T10:02:00 Krungthai-AXA Launches ‘Commit to Climate Season 4' https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2987226/krungthai-axa-launches-commit-to-climate-season-4 https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250325/c1_2987226_700.jpg TH en Krungthai-AXA Life Insurance Public Company Limited has launched the fourth season of its flagship campaign, 'Commit to Climate'. The campaign has achieved over 5.6 million impressions and engaged more than 80,000 participants. It has received international recognition, including the 'Best Insurance Sustainability Initiative 2025' from the Global Business to Brand Industry & Leadership Awards. This year's campaign zeroes in on air pollution. Celebrity singer-actor Tao Sattaphong Phiangphor joins the initiative to drive public engagement across four key activities. Amid growing concerns over climate change and air pollution, businesses are increasingly stepping up to champion environmental stewardship. One of the frontrunners in this space, Krungthai-AXA Life In...[+2897 chars] 2025-03-25T09:54:12 Singapore leads Asia Pacific in green office building adoption Gemma Iso https://theindependent.sg/singapore-leads-asia-pacific-in-green-office-building-adoption https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/real-estate-e1737689113940.jpg SG en Singapore is the regional frontrunner in green office building adoption. 79% of Grade A office spaces in the city-state are now certified under green building standards. This is ahead of established markets such as Sydney (67%) and Melbourne (66%). However, the rental premium for eco-friendly offices is gradually narrowing. SINGAPORE: Singapore has set its position as the regional frontrunner in green office building adoption, with a remarkable 79% of its Grade A office spaces now certified under green building standards...[+1802 chars] 2025-03-25T09:52:14 PEBEC to engage stakeholders as FRCN sets new financial charges for companies Busola Aro https://www.thecable.ng/pebec-to-engage-stakeholders-as-frcn-sets-new-financial-charges-for-companies https://www.thecable.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Zarah.png NG en The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) is addressing concerns surrounding the annual dues and fees imposed on companies by the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN). The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria opposed the implementation of the new annual financial charges by the FRCN on private enterprises. PEBEC will be holding a series of stakeholder engagements. The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) says it is addressing concerns surrounding the annual dues and fees imposed on companies by the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (F...[+1989 chars] 2025-03-25T09:35:00 Heimar hf.: Reduction of Share Capital Heimar hf. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/heimar-hf-reduction-share-capital-093500466.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/uXeq8uk95.p78l2SmrDx4w--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02Njc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/e09faa76bf95ac78fbce6ba436617f04 US en Annual General Meeting of Heimar hf. approved the Board of Directors' proposal to reduce the company's share capital. The reduction amounts to ISK 45,645,833 in nominal value and pertains to treasury shares acquired by the company under its share buyback programmes. The request has been submitted to Nasdaq and the reduction will be executed on Wednesday, 26 March 2025. At the Annual General Meeting of Heimar hf., held on 11 March 2025, the shareholders approved the Board of Directors' proposal to reduce the company's share capital. The reduction amounts to ISK 45,64...[+526 chars] 2025-03-25T09:15:00 Denmark's first online crisis center for victims of stalking and violence opens Tristan Fender https://cphpost.dk/2025-03-25/news/round-up/denmarks-first-online-crisis-center-for-victims-of-stalking-and-violence-opens https://cphpost.dk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CPHpost_Circle_Turquoise_XL_RGB_background.png DK en The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing. Businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green','sustainable', or 'environmentally friendly' starting September 2026 unless they can provide documentation to substantiate these claims. The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing.If passed, businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green', 'sustainable', or 'env...[+230 chars] 2025-03-25T09:07:41 CAG urges Kerala govt to shut down or divest loss-making public sector enterprises The Hindu https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/CAG_urges_Kerala_govt_to_shut_down_or_divest_lossmaking_publ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/[] US en Recommendation comes in CAG's report on SPSEs for the year ended March 2023 tabled in Kerala Assembly, which is being discussed in the state assembly now. . for this year, as recommended by CAG. Recommendation comes in CAG's report on SPSEs for year ended March 2023 tabled in Kerala Assembly 2025-03-25T09:03:19 Tradeview to pay 7.03 sen dividend for flagship fund S. Birruntha https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/03/1193058/tradeview-pay-703-sen-dividend-flagship-fund https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/Brown_White_Aesthetic_Scrapbook_Blank_Document_Border_%282%29.png_1742893390.jpg MY en Tradeview Capital has announced a 7.03 sen dividend per unit for its flagship fund, the Tradeview Sustainability Fund (TSF). This comes after the fund logged an 18.8 per cent return in the financial year of 2024. The dividend entitlement and ex-date are set for March 28. TSF is a sustainable and responsible investment (SRI) open-ended wholesale fund. KUALA LUMPUR: Tradeview Capital, a boutique fund management company licenced by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), has announced a distribution of a 7.03 sen dividend per unit for its flagship f...[+2145 chars] 2025-03-25T09:02:47 SRQ Resources Announces Closing of C$2.4 Million Non-Brokered Private Placement of Hard Dollar Units and Flow-Through Shares Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/srq-resources-announces-closing-of-c2-4-million-non-brokered-private-placement-of-hard-dollar-units-and-flow-through-shares https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTQwOTk5MSM2ODMxNzcwIzIyOTI5NjU= CA en SRQ Resources Inc. closed a non-brokered private placement of 18,103,399 common shares of the Company for aggregate gross proceeds of C$2,371,392 on March 24, 2025. The Private Placement comprised of two tranches: "Article content NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES MONTREAL, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SRQ Resources Inc. (TSXV: SRQ) (' SRQ ' or...[+296 chars]" 2025-03-25T08:32:57 EQS-CMS: VIENNA INSURANCE GROUP AG Wiener Versicherung Gruppe: Other issuer/company information https://www.ots.at/presseaussendung/EQS_20250325_EQS0010/eqs-cms-vienna-insurance-group-ag-wiener-versicherung-gruppe-other-issuercompany-information https://static.ots.at/css/images/distributed-by-apa-ots_250px.png AT en VIENNA INSURANCE GROUP AG Wiener Versicherung Gruppe announces a Tender Offer in respect of outstanding EUR 214,413,000 of total EUR 400,000,000 3.75% 2046 non-call 2026 subordinated Notes and EUR 200,000k 3.5% 2047 non- call 2027 subordinated notes. The Offer is being made on the terms and conditions contained in a tender offer memorandum dated 25 March 2025. EQS Post-admission Duties announcement: VIENNA INSURANCE GROUP AG Wiener Versicherung Gruppe / Change to the rights attached to other securities according to § 139 BörseG VIENNA INSURANCE GROUP AG Wie...[+8010 chars] 2025-03-25T08:30:31 Axxela Reaffirms Commitment To Energy Security, Industrialisation In Lagos Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4211511/axxela-reaffirms-commitment-to-energy-security-industrialisation-in-lagos.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Axxela Limited has reiterated its commitment to enhancing energy security, driving industrialisation and promoting environmental sustainability in Lagos State. The company made the pledge during a visit to Lagos Governor, Babatunde Sanwo-Olu at the Lagos House, Marina. Axxela has pioneered private-sector natural gas distribution in Nigeria. Axxela Limited, has reiterated its commitment to enhancing energy security, driving industrialisation, and promoting environmental sustainability in Lagos State. The company made the pledge during a v...[+255 chars] 2025-03-25T08:11:00 Bursa Malaysia CSI platform ready to support enhanced sustainability disclosures https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/03/25/bursa-malaysia-csi-platform-ready-to-support-enhanced-sustainability-disclosures https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/03/25/3233343.jpeg MY en Bursa Malaysia Bhd's Centralised Sustainability Intelligence (CSI) Platform is ready to support IFRS S1 and S2 disclosure requirements adopted under the National Sustainable Reporting Framework. CSI Platform will serve as the exchange's designated sustainability reporting channel for all public-listed companies (PLCs). Since its launch in June 2024, over 130 PLCs have onboarded onto the platform. "Bursa Malaysia chief executive officer Datuk Fad'l Mohamed KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia Bhd 's Centralised Sustainability Intelligence (CSI) Platform is ready to support the ISSB IFRS S1 and S2 disclo...[+1405 chars]" 2025-03-25T08:07:28 Takaful announces 12.5% cash dividend for 2024 The Daily Tribune https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Takaful_announces_125_cash_dividend_for_2024 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bpXKZoG5AV0/0.jpg US en Takaful International Company held its Annual General Meeting yesterday at the company's headquarters in Seef Area with a quorum of 88.12% and in the presence of representatives of the relevant regulatory authorities. The General Meeting was attended by 88% of the quorum. Takaful International Company held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) yesterday at the company's headquarters in Seef Area with a quorum of 88.12%, and in the presence of representatives of the relevant...[+35 chars] 2025-03-25T08:04:12 Shell vows to boost investor returns amid plans to cut costs and spending Holly Williams https://uk.news.yahoo.com/shell-vows-boost-investor-returns-080412866.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/74i._t2s5ne8mqIWDgQ6pQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/pa_viral_news_uk_120/1406f23d254b08f370a137557392c6e7 US en Shell has revealed plans to ramp up cost savings and cut spending as it vows to 'deliver more value with less emissions' despite having last year weakened its carbon reduction pledge. The oil giant told investors ahead of its capital market day event that it would strip out a cumulative £3.9 billion to £5.4 billion a year by the end of 2028. It will also lower its spending to 20 billion dollars to 22 billion dollars over the next three years. "Shell has revealed plans to ramp up cost savings and cut spending as it vowed to 'deliver more value with less emissions' despite having last year weakened its carbon reduction pledge. The oil giant t...[+1838 chars]" 2025-03-25T07:58:33 Danish Foreign Minister commented on the U.S. visit to Greenland Tristan Fender https://cphpost.dk/2025-03-25/news/round-up/danish-foreign-minister-commented-on-the-u-s-visit-to-greenland https://cphpost.dk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CPHpost_Circle_Turquoise_XL_RGB_background.png DK en The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing. Businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green','sustainable', or 'environmentally friendly' starting September 2026 unless they can provide documentation to substantiate these claims. The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing.If passed, businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green', 'sustainable', or 'env...[+230 chars] 2025-03-25T07:56:49 Fairvest raises R400m in bookbuild Jacqueline Mackenzie https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/companies/property/2025-03-25-fairvest-raises-r400m-in-bookbuild https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/k--kBVxXvjiHfFC3Q1yR-iA-PbLHafsY62MPzXCPrW1iiCTm6IUXrC02ClkkIa4Gw0kbI-sWfm7rfpmBH-FGSMnHmtujpLMw5enLktqOxURC5g=s1000 ZA en Fairvest has raised R400m in an accelerated book build through the issue of new Fairvest B shares. The shares were issued at R4.70, which represented a discount of 1.05% to the 30-day volume weighted average price. The book was oversubscribed at that level. The funds raised will be applied to the company's various capital allocation opportunities. "Fairvest has raised R400m in an accelerated book build through the issue of new Fairvest B shares. The Fairvest B shares were issued at R4.70, which represented a discount of 1.05% to the 30-day volum...[+1000 chars]" 2025-03-25T07:34:21 Schneider Electric urges action on emission Motunrayo Akintunde https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4211354/schneider-electric-urges-action-on-emission.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Schneider Electric has urged authorities to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption and emissions as artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries with its rapid adoption. The post Schneider Electric urges action on emission appeared first on The Nation Newspaper. Click here to read the full article. By Motunrayo Akintunde Schneider Electric has urged authorities to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption and emissions as artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries wi...[+144 chars] 2025-03-25T07:17:27 Oil major Shell bolsters shareholder distributions, cuts spend Ruxandra Iordache https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/25/oil-major-shell-bolsters-shareholder-distributions-cuts-spend.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/107387414-17104192562022-05-06t141646z_916093085_rc2n1u9lcyfv_rtrmadp_0_ukraine-crisis-oil-shell.jpeg?v=1710419274&w=1920&h=1080 US en "Shell announced plans to increase shareholder distributions, prioritize share buybacks and reduce capital spending in a bid to ""deliver more value with less emissions"" The company wants to boost shareholder distributions to 40-50% of cash flow from operations, up from 30-40%. It intends to stick to progressive dividends of 4% per year and lower capital spending to $20-22 billion per year until 2028." "British oil major Shell on Tuesday announced plans to increase shareholder returns and cut spend, as it doubles down on its liquified natural gas (LNG) push. In an announcement ahead of its Capital Ma...[+2571 chars]" 2025-03-25T07:17:27 Oil major Shell bolsters shareholder distributions, cuts spend Ruxandra Iordache https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/business/money-report/oil-major-shell-bolsters-shareholder-distributions-cuts-spend/6198970 https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2025/03/107387414-17104192562022-05-06t141646z_916093085_rc2n1u9lcyfv_rtrmadp_0_ukraine-crisis-oil-shell.jpeg?quality=85&strip=all&resize=1200%2C675 US en "Shell announced plans to increase shareholder distributions, prioritize share buybacks and reduce capital spending in a bid to ""deliver more value with less emissions"" in an announcement ahead of its Capital Markets Day 2025 event. Shell intends to stick to progressive dividends of 4% per year and lower its spending to $20-22 billion per year through to 2028." "In an announcement ahead of its Capital Markets Day 2025 event, the company said it would bolster shareholder distributions to 40-50% of cash flow from operations, up from a 30-40% range previously. B...[+650 chars]" 2025-03-25T07:17:27 Oil major Shell bolsters shareholder distributions, cuts spend Ruxandra Iordache https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/business/money-report/oil-major-shell-bolsters-shareholder-distributions-cuts-spend/3799927 https://media.nbcdfw.com/2025/03/107387414-17104192562022-05-06t141646z_916093085_rc2n1u9lcyfv_rtrmadp_0_ukraine-crisis-oil-shell.jpeg?quality=85&strip=all&resize=1200%2C675 US en "Shell announced plans to increase shareholder distributions, prioritize share buybacks and reduce capital spending in a bid to ""deliver more value with less emissions"" in an announcement ahead of its Capital Markets Day 2025 event. Shell intends to stick to progressive dividends of 4% per year and lower its spending to $20-22 billion per year through to 2028." "In an announcement ahead of its Capital Markets Day 2025 event, the company said it would bolster shareholder distributions to 40-50% of cash flow from operations, up from a 30-40% range previously. B...[+768 chars]" 2025-03-25T07:17:21 Why Only Fit, Proper Persons Can Operate in Capital Market ' SEC Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4211317/why-only-fit-proper-persons-can-operate-in-capital-market-sec.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper individuals are permitted to operate in Nigerias capital market. Dr. Emomotimi Agama, SEC Director-General, emphasised that market operators engaging in unscrupulous activities would not be allowed to go unpunished. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper individuals are permitted to operate in Nigerias capital market to enhance investor prot...[+224 chars] 2025-03-25T07:05:52 Shell ups shareholder distributions, cuts spending Shadia Nasralla https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/shell-ups-shareholder-distributions-cuts-spending-2025-03-25 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/KODCVDZRBJIH3E2Z4W7OVFYH6I.jpg?auth=fd4a66d98922722d72e9b929c05eb1efc699d2ace33e07bd164fbe2395e85fc8&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Shell increased its shareholder distribution policy to 40-50% of cash flow from operations from 30-40%. Shell lowered its spending outlook to a $20 billion-$22 billion range through to 2028.    . , "Summary Companies Shell wants to grow FCF/shr 10% a year through to 2030 Puts part of chemicals business under review Wants to grow LNG sales 4-5% per year through to 2030 LONDON, March 25 (Reuters) -...[+3078 chars]" 2025-03-25T07:05:40 Shell ups shareholder distributions, cuts spending Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/shell-ups-shareholder-distributions-cuts-070540349.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/e853e0cca0e6d6162799013ac8987297 US en Shell increased its shareholder distribution policy to 40-50% of cash flow from operations from 30-40%. It lowered its spending outlook to a $20 billion-$22 billion range through to 2028. The world's biggest liquefied natural gas trader wants to grow LNG sales 4-5% per year in the next five years. It wants to spend 10% of its budget on low-carbon businesses by the end of the decade. LONDON (Reuters) - Shell increased its shareholder distribution policy on Tuesday to 40-50% of cash flow from operations from 30-40% with a focus on share buybacks and lowered its spending outlook to ...[+701 chars] 2025-03-25T07:00:02 New plan to cut island's carbon emissions to go before States Matt Fallaize https://guernseypress.com/news/2025/03/25/new-plan-to-cut-islands-carbon-emissions-to-go-before-states https://www.guernseypress.com/resizer/v2/WFTNJXOFANBEVOB5C7FEUTEFHY.jpg?auth=2ebe6c02bda5a6021e0e605289a88a97a376bd88f10c80f496fa0d5c92911513&width=1200&height=799 US en Environment & Infrastructure Committee proposes new seven-year plan for Guernsey. It is aimed at ending carbon emissions by 2050, known as net zero, agreed at a climate conference in Paris 10 years ago. E&I's policy letter contains no request for additional funds. It believes most of the work can be carried out within existing budgets. "They led a list of initiatives in a new seven-year plan published yesterday by the Environment & Infrastructure Committee. E&I said the plan was a pragmatic approach which would maintain progress towa...[+2922 chars]" 2025-03-25T07:00:00 Ministry of the Environment Japan held the 8th High-Level Panel on ESG Finance Ministry https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/release/202503216113 https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108538/202503216113/_prw_PI1lg_8l3RXT2W.png JP en The 8th session of the High-Level Panel on ESG Finance was held on March 13, 2025. The agenda included the implementation of the Sixth Basic Environmental Plan and the realization of a nature-positive and circular economy. The declaration on Financial Action for Building a Green Economy System was adopted. The Ministry of the Environment Japan has established the High-Level Panel on ESG Finance as a venue where leaders from the finance and investment sectors convene to further mainstream ESG finance. We...[+8869 chars] 2025-03-25T06:58:47 Anverio promotes sustainable film production and micro drama marketing to explore global markets Media Outreach https://www.galvnews.com/anverio-promotes-sustainable-film-production-and-micro-drama-marketing-to-explore-global-markets/article_aff8280b-23a6-5814-a015-4c4d364fc36b.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/galvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/6/d6/6d649471-705c-5cf1-ab73-b4f9d6758bf0/67e254f08c79e.image.jpg?crop=1024%2C538%2C0%2C115 US en Anverio Green Production adopts sustainable production technology to help film and television companies reduce their carbon footprint and costs and improve their competitiveness. Anverio is also promoting micro dramas to enter the global market, opening up new global development opportunities for brands and content creators. HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 25 March 2025 - The film and television industry is ushering in the dual changes of green production and short content marketing. As ESG (environmental, socia...[+513 chars] 2025-03-25T05:47:28 Indonesia using SIINas to check industrial greenhouse gas emissions Pewarta: Ahmad M https://jatim.antaranews.com/berita/898769/indonesia-using-siinas-to-check-industrial-greenhouse-gas-emissions https://cdn.antaranews.com/cache/1200x800/2025/03/25/1000138311.jpg ID en Indonesia's Ministry of Industry called on domestic companies in the manufacturing industry to submit reports on the amount of greenhouse gas emissions they generate to the National Industrial Information System (SIINas). This approach is important to help Indonesia contribute to the achievement of the net-zero emission target by 2050. "Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia's Ministry of Industry called on domestic companies in the manufacturing industry to submit reports on the amount of greenhouse gas emissions they generate to the National...[+2001 chars]" 2025-03-25T05:34:56 Invitation to Ascom Annual General Meeting 2025 Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/invitation-to-ascom-annual-general-meeting-2025 https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/dacbb4d6d68d06d07a0d4253aaa78393?s=70&d=mp CA en The Ascom Annual General Meeting 2025 will take place on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. at the Theater Casino Zug, Artherstrasse 2-4, 6300 Zug. The agenda can be found in the official invitation enclosed. "Published Mar 25, 2025 • < 1 minute read Ladies and Gentlemen Please find enclosed the invitation to the Ascom Annual General Meeting 2025. This will take place on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 2 p.m....[+305 chars]" 2025-03-25T05:33:00 Exclusion Of Futures & Options Contracts Of Berger Paints Fpj Web Desk https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/exclusion-of-futures-options-contracts-of-berger-paints https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-03-25/zji7ety0/bombay-stock-exchange.jpg IN en There will be no contracts available for trading in the above mentioned security with effect from April 29, 2025. Existing unexpired contracts of April 2025 will expire on their respective expiry dates i.e April 09, 2025 and May 2025 contract with expiry of May 08, 2025 will be discontinued. "Image-ANI | Mumbai: This is with reference to Notice No. 20250224-21 dated February 24, 2025 regarding Exclusion of Futures and Options contracts of BERGER PAINTS INDIA LTD Securities from Equity Deri...[+666 chars]" 2025-03-25T05:24:06 What The ESG Backlash Reveals—and What Comes Next Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/What_The_ESG_Backlash_Reveals_and_What_Comes_Next https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/[] US en There was a time when the corporate world spoke with confidence about ESG. Now, it's not so much as it used to be, but it's still a topic of discussion.  “The future is bright for ESG”. There was a time, not long ago, when the corporate world spoke with confidence about ESG. 2025-03-25T05:15:41 Dangote Cement achieves higher CDP ratings for climate change, water security Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4211132/dangote-cement-achieves-higher-cdp-ratings-for-climate-change-water-security.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Dangote Cement Plc has achieved a B score in climate change and water security disclosures according to the recently released 2024 CDP results. CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) is a non-profit organisation that promotes transparency in the energy and water sector. "Dangote Cement Plc (DCP) has achieved a B score in climate change and water security disclosures according to the recently released 2024 CDP results. CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) is Click ...[+24 chars]" 2025-03-25T05:12:00 SLAF workshop on Carbon Footprint and Climate Reporting https://www.ft.lk/business/SLAF-workshop-on-Carbon-Footprint-and-Climate-Reporting/34-774726 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_2d13fa797f.jpg LK en Sri Lanka Agripreneurs Forum hosted a workshop on Carbon Footprint and Climate Reporting at Cinnamon Lakeside. The event brought together corporate leaders, sustainability professionals, and industry experts to discuss climate accountability in business. Participants also explored emerging trends in climate finance and regulatory changes shaping business practices. As businesses worldwide face increasing pressure to disclose their environmental impact, sustainability reporting standards such as the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Sri Lanka...[+1603 chars] 2025-03-25T05:09:29 South Korea's activist fund Alliance Partners announced on the 25th that major overseas institutiona.. An Excellent Citizen https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11272852 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/25/news-p.v1.20250325.f313f92c74e04efa90a13085f4b0f3a2_P1.png KR en Alignment Partners announced on the 25th CalPERSPERS, CalSTRS, BCBCI and others have publicly approved the proposal to introduce a concentrated voting system at Coway's regular shareholders' meeting on the 31st. Netmarble, the largest shareholder, is exerting excessive influence over its stake, which is about 25%. Alignment Partners Announced on the 25th CalPERS·CalSTRS·BCI 등 I welcome the centralized institutional voting system Major Shareholder Netmarble, Contrast Shareholding Ratio Point out excessive influe...[+3258 chars] 2025-03-25T05:03:57 Spectris (LON:SXS) Is Increasing Its Dividend To £0.566 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/spectris-lon-sxs-increasing-dividend-050357360.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/1dccd8cfa328dc3b8a3f5e9d2445d8e6 US en Spectris plc (LON:SXS) will be paying its dividend of £0.566 on the 27th of June. The company has been paying a dividend for a long time and it has been stable. However, the company has 3 warning signs and 1 concerning one. The board of Spectris plc (LON:SXS) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of £0.566 on the 27th of June, an increased payment from last year's comparable dividend. This will take the annua...[+3334 chars] 2025-03-25T05:00:00 Irish financial firms call for clearer guidance to overcome regulatory challenges Emma Hanrahan https://www.businesspost.ie/news/irish-financial-firms-call-for-clearer-guidance-to-overcome-regulatory-challenges https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=4aa74a8a-c1b2-50bd-95fb-219ecb02e01a&type=preview&function=original IE en Irish financial firms call for clearer guidance to overcome regulatory challenges. ESG mandates, data protection laws, and emerging AI regulations are straining compliance teams, according to the respondents. Emma Hanrahan reports that the scope and complexity of the regulations including ESG mandate and AI regulations is strangling compliance teams. "News Irish financial firms call for clearer guidance to overcome regulatory challenges Respondents said that the scope and complexity of the regulations including ESG mandates, data protection laws, a...[+231 chars]" 2025-03-25T04:25:42 Dangote Cement achieves higher CDP ratings for climate change, water security https://blueprint.ng/dangote-cement-achieves-higher-cdp-ratings-for-climate-change-water-security https://blueprint.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Dangote-.jpg NG en Dangote Cement Plc has achieved a 'B' score in climate change and water security disclosures according to the recently released 2024 CDP results. CDP is the world's largest, most comprehensive dataset on environmental action which empowers investors, companies, cities, and national and regional governments to make earth-positive decisions. "Dangote Cement Plc (DCP) has achieved a 'B' score in climate change and water security disclosures according to the recently released 2024 CDP results. CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) is the ...[+1247 chars]" 2025-03-25T04:22:37 SEC intensifies crackdown on fraudulent operators to protect investors Segun Odunewu https://blueprint.ng/sec-intensifies-crackdown-on-fraudulent-operators-to-protect-investors https://blueprint.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/SEC-NIGERIA-badge.png NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is intensifying efforts to eliminate fraudulent activities in Nigeria's capital market. The Commission has vowed to impose strict penalties on unscrupulous operators as part of its broader regulatory crackdown. The Director-General of SEC stressed the Commission's zero-tolerance stance on market fraud. "The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reinforced its commitment to safeguarding investors in Nigeria's capital market by intensifying efforts to eliminate fraudulent activities. The Commiss...[+1225 chars]" 2025-03-25T04:00:00 Luxshare Precision: Shaping Future of Diversity Procurement Media Out Reach Newswire https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-mediaoutreachnewswire/media-outreach/2025/03/25/1146981/luxshare-precision-shaping-future-of-diversity-procurement https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/CompanyThumb/390x205/370309/Luxshare HK en Luxshare Precision was awarded 'Diversity Supplier of the Year' at the 2024 MSDC Annual Conference and Awards Ceremony in Shanghai. Luxshare Precision is a leading global technology manufacturer. Since September 2022, the company has adhered to MSD principles, ensuring fair employment opportunities and encouraging suppliers to prioritize diversity. The company was recognized with the 2024 Corporate ESG 'Golden Responsibility Award' for its environmental performance. "HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 March 2025 – Held in Shanghai from May 29th to 31st, 2024, the Minority Supplier Development China (MSDC) Annual Conference and Awards Ceremony, themed 'Ne...[+4270 chars]" 2025-03-25T03:20:23 International buyers trade with responsible miners: Axcentium Lee Musaidzi https://www.newsday.co.zw/business/article/200039963/international-buyers-trade-with-responsible-miners-axcentium https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2025/03/PKLcF6AwhmcALjJoZmnrtkkvzB4U0rwlxb5lx4ys.jpg ZW en Zimbabwe's record in sustainable mining and social protections remains poor, which is a threat to investments into capital intensive sectors such as mining. International mineral buyers are choosing to deal with miners that incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting principles into their operations. Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency chief executive officer Tafadzwa Chinamo says the pressure for sustainability is growing. "Mtwazi noted that this trend was providing a competitive advantage to businesses that could substantiate their sustainability credentials. AXCENTIUM Zimbabwe managing partner Charity Mtwazi says inter...[+3495 chars]" 2025-03-25T02:57:33 Long live the six! Alfa Romeo doesn't see its iconic performance models becoming EVs Jordan Mulach https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8925530/long-live-the-six-alfa-romeo-doesnt-see-its-iconic-performance-models-becoming-evs https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/3b26c8da-04c0-4b5f-bcd1-10fe75708266.jpg/r0_57_800_477_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Mr Fiorio is not sure if the 2.9-litre V6 engine in Giulia and Stelvio will comply with Euro 7 emissions regulations. He is not telling you exactly which engine they'll have in Giulias and Stels. """If I tell you yes or no, I am telling you exactly which engine we'll have in Giulia and Stelvio – but I tell you that you said something that is not far from our thoughts,"" Mr Fiorio said when asked ...[+72 chars]" 2025-03-25T02:11:27 PSX attains ISO certification for ISMS Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40354534/psx-attains-iso-certification-for-isms https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/25071153e3918e9.jpg?r=071158 PK en Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has achieved the ISO 27001:2022 certification for Information Security Management Systems. The certification was awarded following a rigorous audit process conducted by SGS, a world-renowned inspection, verification, testing, and certification organisation accredited by UKAS. "KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has achieved the ISO 27001:2022 certification, the internationally recognised standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). This significant m...[+941 chars]" 2025-03-25T01:27:34 Xiaomi Group announces 6.6% discounted share placement to raise HK$42.5 billion https://www.dimsumdaily.hk/xiaomi-group-announces-6-6-discounted-share-placement-to-raise-hk42-5-billion https://cdn.dimsumdaily.hk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/25092613/Xiaomi-2343242.jpg HK en Xiaomi Group (01810) has announced a placement of 800 million shares. The shares will be issued at a price of HK$53.25 each. The net proceeds from this placement are expected to be around HK$42.5 billion. The money will be used for business expansion, enhancing investment in research and development, and other general corporate purposes. 25th March 2025 – (Hong Kong) Xiaomi Group (01810) has announced a placement of 800 million shares, representing 3.1% of the enlarged share capital and 1.2% of the voting rights. The shares will be is...[+355 chars] 2025-03-25T01:01:38 XP ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating XP Inc. on Behalf of XP Stockholders ... Bragar Eagel https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/xp-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-xp-inc-on-behalf-of-xp/article_d40366da-0ad4-5e20-afad-c29f90cfd2e1.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against XP Inc. (NASDAQ: XP) on behalf of stockholders. The investigation concerns whether XP has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, March 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against XP Inc. ('XP' or the 'Company')...[+216 chars] 2025-03-25T00:49:00 Aspen shows progress — and setbacks — on climate goals Aspen Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Aspen_shows_progress_and_setbacks_on_climate_goals https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/[] US en Aspen is not on track to meet its climate goals by 2030 or 2050, according to the 2023 community-wide Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report, 2024 Sustainability Report, and 2025 Aspen Sustainable Development Report were released on Monday. The report highlights Aspen's progress and challenges in addressing climate change. Three major documents highlighting Aspen's progress and challenges in addressing climate change were released Monday: The 2023 community-wide Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report, 2024 Sustainability Repor...[+178 chars] 2025-03-25T00:37:50 SECP directs companies for not sharing sensitive info Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40354556/secp-directs-companies-for-not-sharing-sensitive-info https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/25052936946855f.jpg?r=052941 PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued guidelines for professional conduct in General Meetings for companies listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). The SECP has strictly directed companies' shareholders to ensure that sensitive information of General Meeting should not be shared with any non-participants. Unless explicitly authorized, shareholders should refrain from recording the meeting. ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has strictly directed companies' shareholders to ensure that sensitive information of General Meetings should not be shared with an...[+1485 chars] 2025-03-25T00:36:58 Organigram Announces Results of Annual and Special Meeting, including Shareholder Approval of Name Change to Organigram Global Inc. Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/organigram-announces-results-of-annual-and-special-meeting-including-shareholder-approval-of-name-change-to-organigram-global-inc https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250324943457r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Organigram Holdings Inc. announced today the results of voting at its annual general and special meeting of shareholders held on March 24, 2025. A special resolution approving an amendment to the articles of the Company to change the name to Organigram Global Inc. was approved by the affirmative vote of 95.778% of votes represented at the Meeting. "Article content TORONTO — Organigram Holdings Inc. (' Organigram ' or the ' Company ') (TSX: OGI) (NASDAQ: OGI) announced today the results of voting at its annual general and special meeting of share...[+413 chars]" 2025-03-25T00:01:11 The net zero catch-22: To spend or not to spend? Mark Caskey https://www.businessgreen.com/opinion/4411294/net-zero-catch-22-spend-spend https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/1b17acd/70c64ea9-3941-48db-86cf-f29e8ef1a279/2/Mark-Caskey-370x229.jpg GB en Companies have spent the last decade implementing and executing strategies to decarbonise their businesses. Progress has been made in bringing sustainability to the forefront of business strategy.    for the next decade there are going to be regulatory changes and it's important to be prepared. In the face of fast-approaching regulatory changes, companies have spent the last decade implementing and executing strategies to decarbonise their businesses. Progress has been made in bringing susta...[+12 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 What The ESG Backlash Reveals—and What Comes Next London Business School https://www.forbes.com/sites/lbsbusinessstrategyreview/2025/03/25/what-the-esg-backlash-reveals-and-what-comes-next https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e17df258f4dc29c8b33916/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en There was a time when the corporate world spoke with confidence about Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG). Now, many companies are quietly removing the term from communications and rebranding their efforts. Sustainability has become a proxy for deeper power struggles inside many companies. CASTLE DALE, UT - Piles of coal sit in front of Pacificorp's 1440 megawatt coal fired power plant on ... More October 9, 2017 in Castle Dale, Utah. It was announced that the Trump administration would...[+8779 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Positive impact through partnerships and programmes (QUADPACK Industries SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Positive_impact_through_partnerships_and_programmes_QUADPACK https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EcoVadis is an industry-leading sustainability ratings agency. Its objective is to improve operational impact. It evaluates 21 criteria based on international standards such as the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, the International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). ) Objective: improving operational impact EcoVadis - industry-leading sustainability ratings agency, which evaluates 21 criteria, based on international standards such as the Ten Principles of the UN ...[+110 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 EUDR compliance: Rubber Board begins geo-mapping of plantations in India Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/EUDR_compliance_Rubber_Board_begins_geomapping_of_plantation https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Rubber Board has initiated action to implement certifying NR under Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) and EUDR compliance. Natural rubber and its derivatives are EU-listed commodities for deforestation-free regulations. M. Vasanthagesan is the Executive Director of the Rubber Board. The Rubber Board has initiated action to implement certifying NR under Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) and for EUDR compliance. Such action has been necessitated because natural rubber and it...[+120 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Senator Warren challenges SEC nominee Paul Atkins over FTX ties and deregulation risks Bit RSS https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Senator_Warren_challenges_SEC_nominee_Paul_Atkins_over_FTX_t_3 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Senator Elizabeth Warren wants answers from SEC chair nominee Paul Atkins over his past statements. Atkins has been nominated to be SEC chair. Atkins is the son-in-law of Senator Elizabeth Warren's colleague, Sen. Ted Kennedy.   for Paul Atkins. Senator Elizabeth Warren has demanded answers from SEC chair nominee Paul Atkins over his 2025-03-25T00:00:00 DGB Group N.V., - DGB Group grants 2025 awards under ongoing employee incentive programmes (DGB Group NV) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/DGB_Group_NV_DGB_Group_grants_2025_awards_under_ongoing_empl https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en DGB Group N.V. registered for the next 24 March 2025 - 19:30. Statutory name of the organisation is DGB Group n.V., registered in the register publication of inside information. The information has been provided by the organisation and is based on information from the register. ) DGB Group N.V. DGB Group N.V. Below you will find information from the register publication of inside information. The information has been provided by the organisation. Registration date 24 mar 202...[+39 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Medios AG HGB EA 2024 EN protected (Medios AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Medios_AG_HGB_EA_2024_EN_protected_Medios_AG https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The financial statements of Medios AG, Berlin are unaudited part of the Group Management. They are filed in accordance with Secs. 289f and 315d of the German Commercial Code and are entitled ""Corporate Governance Statement"" and "" Contents Contents 3 Corporate Governance""." ") Separate financial statements of Medios AG HGB Contents Contents 3 Corporate Governance 3 Corporate Governance Statement pursuant to Secs. 289f and 315d of the German Commercial Code (""HGB"") of Medi...[+53 chars]" 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Are companies in central Iowa retreating on DEI? Here's what we found. Des Moines Register https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Are_companies_in_central_Iowa_retreating_on_DEI_Heres_what_w https://i.ytimg.com/vi/p6BH7lIoEY0/0.jpg US en "Big U.S. companies taper or abandon diversity pledges. Walmart, Meta Platforms have rolled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Trump wants to end the ""tyranny"" of diversity and equity programs in the federal government and private sector and the military." Big U.S. companies taper or abandon diversity pledgesSome of the biggest companies in the U.S. from Walmart to Meta Platforms have rolled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs, known as ...[+249 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Updated Proposal of KH Group Plc's Shareholders' Nomination Board on the Composition of KH Group's Board of Directorsp Plc: (KH Group Oyj) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Updated_Proposal_of_KH_Group_Plcs_Shareholders_Nomination_Bo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en KH Group Plc's Shareholders' Nomination Board on the Composition of KH Group's Board of Directorsp Plc will release 25 March 2025 at 9:30 am EET to update the information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange. ) Published: 2025-03-25 08:30:00 CET KH Group Plc - Other information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange Updated Proposal of KH Group Plc's Shareholders' Nomination Board on the Composit...[+107 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Catena's Annual Report and Sustainability Report for 2024 has been published (Catena AB) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Catenas_Annual_Report_and_Sustainability_Report_for_2024_has https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bpXKZoG5AV0/0.jpg US en Catena's Annual Report and Sustainability Report for 2024 has been published. Catena AB - Other information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange was published on March 25th, 2025 at 8:30 am CET (GMT) Catena's annual report and sustainability report for 2024 was published. ) Published: 2025-03-25 08:30:00 CET Catena AB - Other information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange Catena's Annual Report and Sustainability Report for 2024 has been publishedCatena's...[+37 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 UNITED CAPITAL PLC NOTICES OF BOARD MEETING (BM) NOTICE (United Capital plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/UNITED_CAPITAL_PLC_NOTICES_OF_BOARD_MEETING_BM_NOTICE_United https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Board of United Capital Plc will meet in Lagos on April 25, 2025 to consider the Company's Unaudited Financial Statements for the first quarter of 2025. The meeting will be held in order to discuss the unaudited financial statements of the Company. ") LAGOS, NIGERIA | MARCH 25, 2025 UNITED CAPITAL PLC - NOTICE OF Q1, 2025 BOARD MEETING AND CLOSED PERIOD The Board of United Capital Plc (the ""Company"") will meet in Lagos on Friday, April 25, 2025, ...[+85 chars]" 2025-03-25T00:00:00 25 CONS 3221 CEXC ...Application Merit Energy Company LLC...In the matter of the application of Merit Energy Company, LLC for an exception to the 10 Year time limitation of K.A.R. 82 3 111 for its Ladner Morrow Lime Unit #601 well in the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 24, Township 27 South, Range 35 West, Grant County, Kansas. (Kansas Corporation Commission) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/25_CONS_3221_CEXC_Application_Merit_Energy_Company_LLCIn_the https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Merrit Energy Company LLC applied for an exception to the 10-year time limitation of K.A.R. 82-3-111 for its application. Docket number is 25-CONS-3221-CEXCDate Opened: 01/02/2025. ) Docket Number: 25-CONS-3221-CEXCDate Opened: 01/02/2025Status: OpenDescription: Application - Merit Energy Company LLC Synopsis: In the matter of the application of Merit Energy Company, LLC for an ...[+67 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Corporate Governance Statement 2024 (Medios AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Corporate_Governance_Statement_2024_Medios_AG https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Medios AG, Berlin has made a Corporate Governance Statement pursuant to Secs. 289f and 315d of the German Commercial Code. It is an unaudited part of the Group Management report of Medios AG. The statement is in accordance with Sections 289f Para. 1 Sentence 2 and 315D of the the German. ") Corporate Governance Statement 2024 Corporate Governance Statement pursuant to Secs. 289f and 315d of the German Commercial Code (""HGB"") of Medios AG, Berlin (unaudited part of the Group Management ...[+82 chars]" 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Stingray Declares Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Stingray_Declares_Quarterly_Dividend_to_Shareholders https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Stingray Group Inc. (TSX: RAY.A; RAYB) announced today that it will go public on March 25, 2025.    in the Toronto Stock Exchange, it will be called Stingray. MONTREAL, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stingray Group Inc. (TSX: RAY.A; RAY.B) ('Stingray' or the 'Corporation') today announced 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Maritime decarbonisation strategy (DFT - UK Department for Transport) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Maritime_decarbonisation_strategy_DFT_UK_Department_for_Tran https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Domestic maritime should aim for zero fuel lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, with at least a 30% reduction by 2030, and an 80% reduction relative to 2008 levels by 2040. There is also an analytical annex for the strategy and an overview of the strategy. ) Our goal is for domestic maritime to aim for zero fuel lifecycle greenhouse gas () emissions by 2050, with at least a 30% reduction by 2030 and an 80% reduction by 2040, relative to 2008 levels. Alo...[+107 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Annual Report 2024 (Qatari Investors Group QPSC) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Annual_Report_2024_Qatari_Investors_Group_QPSC https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ) 08 10-17 18-19 20-35 36-45 46-75 76-83 84-87 88-93 94-95 96 97 98-99 100-173 Chairman's Message Board of Directors Executive Management QIG Profile QIG Assurance Reports 2024 and QIG Corporate Governance Report 2024. ) 08 10-17 18-19 20-35 36-45 46-75 76-83 84-87 88-93 94-95 96 97 98-99 100-173 Chairman's Message Board of Directors Executive Management QIG Profile QIG Assurance Reports 2024 QIG Corporate Governanc...[+34 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Kensing Named to CDP's A List for Climate Leadership and Retains EcoVadis Gold Rating PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Kensing_Named_to_CDPs_A_List_for_Climate_Leadership_and_Reta https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/[] US en Kensing earns recognition for leadership in corporate transparency and climate action, ranking among the top 3% EcoVadis assessed companies. Kensing LLC is the global leader in plant-based vitamin. Kenseng LLC is honored to receive the top ratings from both CDP and Eco Vadis. Kensing earns recognition for leadership in corporate transparency and climate action, ranking among the top 3% EcoVadis assessed companiesKANKAKEE, Ill., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kensing LLC, t...[+183 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 All listed UAE companies now need at least one female board director The National https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/All_listed_UAE_companies_now_need_at_least_one_female_board_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Listed companies in the UAE need to have at least one female director on their boards, as of January 1st, 2015.    . i in the United Arab Emirates. in this regard, there is now a requirement for a female director in all listed companies. Listed companies in the UAE now need to have at least one female director on their boards, 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Statements made in accordance with Table 3 of the annex of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1212 (05 DHL Group Table 3 DVO EU AGM 2025) (Deutsche Post AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Statements_made_in_accordance_with_Table_3_of_the_annex_of_I https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en This information is required under Section 125 of the German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz - AktG) and Table 3 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1212 A.1. It is the unique identifier of the event GMETDPW125RS. ) Information required under Section 125 of the German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz - AktG) in conjunction with Table 3 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1212 A. Specification of the message...[+49 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Election to follow home country practices in lieu of certain Nasdaq corporate governance standards (Form 6-K) (Basel Medical Group Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Election_to_follow_home_country_practices_in_lieu_of_certain https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Basel Medical Group Ltd. has informed The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC that it intends to follow home country practices in lieu of certain Nasdaq corporate governance standards. The Company is a business company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands and has informed Nasdaq that it will follow the home country practice. ") Election to follow home country practices in lieu of certain Nasdaq corporate governance standards Basel Medical Group Ltd (the ""Company""), a business company incorporated in the British Virgin Isla...[+89 chars]" 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Sharjah Chamber outlines its 2025-2027 strategy Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/25/Sharjah_Chamber_outlines_its_20252027_strategy https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Board of Directors of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry has reviewed the strategic roadmap for 2025–2027. The strategic roadmap is designed to drive transformative improvements in performance, operations and service excellence for the Chamber and its members. The board's decision was taken on 25th Mar, 2025. SHARJAH, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 25th Mar, 2025) The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI)'s Board of Directors has reviewed the Chamber's strategic roadmap for 2025–2027, d...[+100 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 PSX attains ISO 27001:2022 certification for information security management Our Correspondent https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1294939-psx-attains-iso-27001-2022-certification-for-information-security-management https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-03-25/l_1294939_013236_updates.jpg PK en Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has achieved the ISO 27001:2022 certification for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). The certification was awarded following a rigorous audit process conducted by SGS, a world-renowned inspection, verification, testing, and certification organization accredited by UKAS. "KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has achieved the ISO 27001:2022 certification, the internationally recognised standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). A press release on...[+1369 chars]" 2025-03-25T00:00:00 Comparing Impact Metrics to Traditional Financial Measurements https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2025/mar/25/comparing-impact-metrics-to-traditional-financial-measurements https://accessglobal.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/static-4/assets/images/OCNJFavicon.png US en Immediate Permax +30 connects traders with educational firms that help businesses offset their emissions and fund sustainable initiatives by facilitating the purchase and sale of carbon credits. Impact metrics go beyond conventional financial evaluations to assess a company's broader effects on society and the environment. The absence of standardization in impact metrics is one of their main problems. Platforms for trading carbon credits are transforming how companies fight climate change. These platforms assist businesses in offsetting their emissions and funding sustainable initiatives by facilit...[+6929 chars] 2025-03-25T00:00:00 ESG handbook launched to help businesses access sustainable finance Khánh Vy https://vneconomy.vn/esg-handbook-launched-to-help-businesses-access-sustainable-finance.htm https://media.vneconomy.vn/640x360/images/upload/2025/03/24/esg.png VN en The Ministry of Finance released a handbook on March 24 in Hanoi to guide enterprises in adopting the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework. ESG is a corporate governance principle that emphasizes making positive impacts on the environment and society while ensuring fair and transparent organizational governance. "The Ministry of Finance released a handbook on March 24 in Hanoi to guide enterprises in adopting the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework. Developed by the ministry's Department of P...[+1687 chars]" 2025-03-25T00:00:00 EDS Responds To RM Reform Announcement The Daily Blog https://thedailyblog.co.nz/2025/03/25/eds-responds-to-rm-reform-announcement https://thedailyblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Unknown-2-2.png NZ en The Government has announced its blueprint for reform of the resource management system. It replaces the Resource Management Act 1991 with two new Acts: a Planning Act and a Natural Environment Act, each accompanied by national policy direction and supported by Regional Spatial Plans. EDS has been working on the reform agenda for several years and agrees that RMA has not delivered for the natural world or for people. .tdi_100.td-a-rec{text-align:center}.tdi_100.td-a-rec:not(.td-a-rec-no-translate){transform:translateZ(0)}.tdi_100 .td-element-style{z-index:-1}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-img{text-align:left}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-...[+3272 chars] 2025-03-24T23:29:23 The V8 lives! Ram 1500, Dodge Charger to get Hemi once again William Stopford https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8925216/the-v8-lives-ram-1500-dodge-charger-to-get-hemi-once-again-report https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/a98a26c5-a99e-465d-934b-77b5f4f2b4aa.jpg/r0_57_800_477_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en """V8s are no longer a bad word around the company, but we still have to be compliant,"" says the CEO. ""One of the things that's encouraging is that with the change in leadership, you know, V8s is no longer bad word. " """But one of the things that's encouraging is that with the change in leadership, you know, V8s are no longer a bad word around the company. But with anything, we still have to be compliant.""" 2025-03-24T23:00:36 SEC pledges zero tolerance for fraudulent market activities Temitope Aina https://punchng.com/sec-pledges-zero-tolerance-for-fraudulent-market-activities https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/04131612/Security-and-Exchange-Commission-SEC-e1475583384273.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper people operate in Nigeria's capital market. The director general of SEC, Emomotimi Agama, declared that market operators engaging in unethical practices would not be allowed to go unpunished. The recently passed Investment and Securities Act by the National Assembly will strengthen the SEC's regulatory framework. The Securities and Exchange Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper individuals operate in Nigeria's capital market, vowing to clamp down on fraudulent activities...[+3917 chars] 2025-03-24T22:39:05 Investing in Sustainability: EarthX E‑Capital Summit Slated for April 22‑24 in Dallas Dallas Innovates https://dallasinnovates.com/investing-in-sustainability-earthx-e%e2%80%91capital-summit-slated-for-april-22%e2%80%9124-in-dallas https://s24806.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EarthX_Stage-970.jpg US en EarthX E-Capital Summit will take place April 22-24 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas. It will bring together hundreds of the world's leading investors and family offices, innovators, industry leaders, dealmakers, and others in the investment and innovation ecosystem to catalyze impact through environmental, conservation, sustainability, and cleantech focused investments and industry innovation. Past attendees have raised more than $5 billion in follow-on funding to advance environmental solutions. Investing in Sustainability: EarthX E‑Capital Summit Slated for April 22‑24 in Dallas The EarthX E-Capital Summit aims to foster meaningful connections, catalyzing investments, and industry innovation...[+6905 chars] 2025-03-24T22:26:00 For circular economy, India plans EPR rules for other sectors ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/for-circular-economy-india-plans-epr-rules-for-other-sectors/articleshow/119439996.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119440058,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-182798,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en India is planning to expand the Extended Producer Responsibility guidelines to other sectors to create a circular economy. The guidelines hold producers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products, including end-of-life management and waste disposal. Niti Aayog has identified 10-11 sectors with the help of Niti EPR. "New Delhi: India is planning to expand the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) guidelines to other sectors to create a circular economy , a senior government official said Monday. ""We have identifi...[+731 chars]" 2025-03-24T22:14:55 Xcel Energy named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for sixth consecutive year Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/xcel-energy-named-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for-sixth-consecutive-year/article_c0923b84-910a-577c-b88e-2242489a2ba3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Xcel Energy has been named a World's Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere for the sixth year in a row. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content on this page. It is recommended to enable it in your browser settings. "MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 24, 2025-- For the sixth year in a row, Xcel Energy has been named a World's Most Ethical Companies® honoree by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing ...[+6126 chars]" 2025-03-24T21:21:25 Xcel Energy named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for sixth consecutive year Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/xcel-energy-named-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for-sixth-consecutive-year/article_0f11f8c4-482c-53a1-988c-74a38bd63cd1.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Xcel Energy has been named a World's Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere for the sixth year in a row. EthisPhere is a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices and is dedicated to promoting business practices. For the sixth year in a row, Xcel Energy has been named a World's Most Ethical Companies® honoree by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. 2025-03-24T21:21:00 Xcel Energy named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for sixth consecutive year Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/xcel-energy-named-one-world-212100904.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/SAC5CPk79VtsYpMjFmZUWQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00NTk-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/79c1e8bfb616af2792bc51161a3e681f US en Xcel Energy has been named a World's Most Ethical Company for the sixth year in a row by Ethisphere. Xcel Energy is one of only seven energy companies in the United States recognized this year among 136 global honorees. The company is committed to creating a culture where employees feel empowered to do the right thing for customers and communities. "Award recognizes company's leadership in integrity, culture and sustainability MINNEAPOLIS, March 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the sixth year in a row, Xcel Energy has been named a World's Most Ethi...[+4021 chars]" 2025-03-24T21:12:00 NSE IPO: Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey says this on the much awaited public issue Shivendra Kumar https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/nse-ipo-sebi-chairman-tuhin-kanta-pandey-says-this-on-the-much-awaited-public-issue/articleshow/119437487.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119437589,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-69440,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi will look into the issues related to the initial public offering (IPO) of NSE. India's largest exchange has long been trying to list itself on the BSE but has been unable to do so because of regulatory hurdles. NSE shares are among the most popular ones in the unlisted market where it is trading at around Rs 1,700 per share according to UnlistedZone. "Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Monday said that the regulator will look into the issues related to the initial public offering (IPO) of NSE. Talking to th...[+2866 chars]" 2025-03-24T20:50:00 Everest Announces Board Leadership Transition Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/everest-announces-board-leadership-transition-205000564.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/2de4fc4be0a4a5b72ad68c0c3e620009 US en Joseph V. Taranto, current Board Chair of Everest, will retire in May 2025. John Graf, current independent board member since 2016, has been nominated by the Board for election to succeed him as Chair at the May 2025 Annual Shareholders Meeting. Everest is a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions. HAMILTON, Bermuda, March 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everest Group, Ltd. (NYSE: EG), a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance sol...[+2462 chars] 2025-03-24T20:30:00 EZCORP Announces Private Offering of $300,000,000 of Senior Notes Due 2032 Mar. 24, 2025 20:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6067249 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en EZCORP, Inc. (NASDAQ: EZPW) is a leading provider of pawn transactions in the United States and Latin America. It intends to offer $300,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its senior notes due 2032 in a private offering. It expects to use a portion of the net proceeds from the offering to repay its outstanding 2.375% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2025 at maturity and the rest for general corporate purposes. This announcement contains forward-looking statements. AUSTIN, Texas, March 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EZCORP, Inc. (NASDAQ: EZPW) (the 'Company'), a leading provider of pawn transactions in the United States and Latin America, announced today that it i...[+4474 chars] 2025-03-24T20:30:00 Dogness Schedules 2024 Annual Shareholders Meeting PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/dogness-schedules-2024-annual-shareholders-meeting-125074.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1742880489 VN en Dogness (International) Corporation is a developer and manufacturer of a comprehensive line of Dogness-branded, OEM and private label pet products. The annual meeting of shareholders for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 will be held on March 27, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. China Time (9:00 pm Eastern Time on March 26, 2025) at the Company's executive office at No. 16 N. Dongke Road, Tongsha Industrial Zone, Dongguan, Guangdong, China. Shareholders unable to attend in person may attend by call. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+1736 chars] 2025-03-24T20:05:00 Azenta Publishes its 2024 Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) Report PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/azenta-publishes-2024-environmental-social-200500402.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/64aaad2f8339993081e94ff0b6de0eee US en Azenta has published its annual Environmental, Social, & Governance report. The report includes ESG data for the Company's fiscal year ended September 30, 2024. In 2024, Azenta achieved key milestones in its ESG journey. Azenta is a leading provider of life sciences solutions worldwide. "BURLINGTON, Mass., March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) today announced the publication of its annual Environmental, Social, & Governance (""ESG"") report, highlighting the Company...[+4891 chars]" 2025-03-24T20:05:00 Azenta Publishes its 2024 Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) Report Azenta https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/surveys_polls_and_research/azenta-publishes-its-2024-environmental-social-governance-esg-report/article_f5d6cf4b-2ae0-50d5-83e0-025248c4cb33.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/0f/00f765f4-11cc-5323-a8ef-db332784d3d8/6792b16b88bd6.image.jpg?crop=1008%2C529%2C0%2C167 US en Azenta, Inc. has published its annual Environmental, Social, & Governance report. The report includes ESG data for the Company's fiscal year ended September 30, 2024. It highlights accomplishments in three main pillars: ESG strategy, actions aligned with key ESG priorities and ESG approach. "BURLINGTON, Mass., March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) today announced the publication of its annual Environmental, Social, & Governance (""ESG"") report, highlighting the Company...[+299 chars]" 2025-03-24T20:01:00 Where will the new non-executive directors come from? Claire Aiken https://www.irishnews.com/news/business/where-will-the-new-non-executive-directors-come-from-4Q2IETOYQJBSTAVOBCB2FPJOCI https://www.irishnews.com/resizer/v2/MM2LNZ5TMNJGFKPQCSZUZL3Y7I.jpg?smart=true&auth=cbc63ba681c262f67177f062078facff54d768306350005483fb34af9f0d0ba3&width=1200&height=630 GB en The role of the board and non-executive directors (NEDs) is expanding. They are no longer seen as static stalwarts of a company legacy, but as strategic leaders in their own right. NEDs can help CEOs and senior management teams to accelerate change in such evolving fields as sustainability and artificial intelligence. Rarely is the boardroom left wanting for agenda items. At the cusp of a new financial year, companies keen to keep apace with a shifting landscape will look to the oversight of a well-composed board t...[+4478 chars] 2025-03-24T18:52:00 Op-Ed: FuelEU Maritime Has Teeth, But is the Industry Equipped to Meet It? https://www.maritime-executive.com/editorials/op-ed-fueleu-maritime-has-teeth-but-is-the-industry-equipped-to-meet-it https://maritime-executive.com/media/images/article/Photos/Vessels_Large/iStock-LNG-carrier-SHansche.83f28c.fb3d42.jpg US en The introduction of FuelEU Maritime (FEUM) in January 2025 is one of the most comprehensive pieces of regulation designed to directly mitigate the carbon intensity of maritime operations. Vessels are required to decrease the average greenhouse gas intensity of their fuel use by 2% relative to the industry average for vessels above 5,000 GT. This requirement will continue to increase gradually over the coming years to reach an 80% decrease by 2050. The industry is still faced with significant challenges when it comes to establishing alternative fuel viability at scale. Bureau Veritas (BV) has been developing rules and guidelines for LNG bunkering since 2012. The introduction of FuelEU Maritime (FEUM) in January 2025 represents one of the most comprehensive pieces of regulation designed to directly mitigate the carbon intensity of maritime operations. Work...[+6912 chars] 2025-03-24T18:06:22 Sebi doubles FPI investors' threshold for granular disclosures to `50,000 cr PTI https://www.millenniumpost.in/business/sebi-doubles-fpi-investors-threshold-for-granular-disclosures-to-50000-cr-603642 https://www.millenniumpost.in/images/logo.png IN en Seba's board approved a proposal to double the investment threshold for granular disclosures by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) to Rs 50,000 crore. This was the first board meeting under the newly-appointed chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey. "Mumbai: Markets regulator Sebi's board on Monday approved a proposal to double the investment threshold for granular disclosures by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) to Rs 50,000 crore. This is aimed...[+842 chars]" 2025-03-24T17:38:50 ASEC cautions against electricity price hike Publishing Desk https://3news.com/news/asec-cautions-against-electricity-price-hike https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/PDS_electricity-tariff_metre.jpg GH en The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has strongly opposed any plans by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) to increase electricity tariffs. They argue that inefficiencies, illegalities and a lack of consumer value in the sector must be addressed before any price adjustments are considered. ASEC urges Ghana's electricity sector to focus on sustainable, long-term solutions rather than relying on tariff hikes. "The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has strongly opposed any plans by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) to increase electricity tariffs. The Energy think tank argued that ineff...[+4354 chars]" 2025-03-24T17:05:44 The Price of Accreditation: What Are Business Schools Willing to Sacrifice? SAT Articles https://southafricatoday.net/business/the-price-of-accreditation-what-are-business-schools-willing-to-sacrifice https://southafricatoday.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Dr-Armand-Bam-HR-3-696x464-1.webp ZA en The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) has removed Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) from its reporting standards. This is a betrayal of the principles of transformative education. Business leaders and educators must resist any temptation to dilute or depoliticise the nation's transformation agenda. I write this opinion piece at a critical moment, not just for business education but for the broader fight for justice in South Africa and beyond. As an academic, the attempted erasure of Diversity Eq...[+10662 chars] 2025-03-24T17:01:00 Deep sea mining company denies branding accusation https://www.rnz.co.nz/international/programmes/datelinepacific/audio/2018980228/deep-sea-mining-company-denies-branding-accusation https://media.rnztools.nz/rnz/image/upload/s--1HND44TK--/c_fill,f_auto,g_auto,h_300,q_auto,w_300/v1683700093/4L97Q1F_pacific_waves_cover_external_2023_jpg?_a=BACCd2AD NZ en Deep sea mining company accused of changing its corporate branding to support security and defence. Environmental groups accuse the company of changing the corporate branding from fueling the green transition to supporting security and defense.    for the future of the industry. A deep sea mining company leading the charge for the budding future industry is being accused by enviromental groups of changing its corporate branding from fueling the green transition to supporting ...[+21 chars] 2025-03-24T16:22:12 Evanston OKs Illinois' first ordinance requiring some buildings to run on renewable energy Chicago Tribune https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/evanston_oks_illinois_8217_first_ordinance_requiring_some_bu https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KBOJhU2pLMo/0.jpg US en The Evanston City Council adopted an ordinance aimed at significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions created by large buildings. It is the first such ordinance in Illinois. Aldermen on March 10 voted 7-1 to adopt the ordinance. It was a collaborative effort among City Council members, staff, and community partners. The Evanston City Council last week took a historic step as it adopted an ordinance, the first such ordinance in Illinois, aimed at significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions created by large bui...[+204 chars] 2025-03-24T16:14:12 ASE requests listed companies to file annual financial statements of 2024 https://jordantimes.com/news/business/ase-requests-listed-companies-file-annual-financial-statements-2024 https://jordantimes.com/sites/default/files/styles/news_inner/public/2-Listed-companies.png?itok=kl7dMKGC JO en The Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) requests listed companies to submit their audited annual financial statements reports for the period ended December 31, 2024, through the e-disclosure System XBRL prior to the end of Sunday, April 6. The ASE will suspend trading in shares of the violating company as of the first working day following the above-mentioned deadline until it provides the ASE with the required reports. "The ASE will announce through media the violating companies' names that did not submit their audited annual reports within the specified period (File photo) AMMAN — Chief Executive Officer of Amman St...[+1423 chars]" 2025-03-24T16:02:10 Kemi Badenoch says ‘net zero' by 2050 target is ‘impossible' Principia Scientific https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/kemi_badenoch_says_8216net_zero_8217_by_2050_target_is_8216i https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/[] US en "She said that net zero by 2050 cannot be achieved without a significant drop in living standards or worse, by bankrupting the people. ""It's impossible to achieve it without bankrupting people."" . by 2050. ""There's no way to avoid it."" " "She said that net zero by 2050 cannot be "" a significant drop in our living standards, or worse, by bankrupting us """ 2025-03-24T16:00:05 Evanston OKs Illinois' first ordinance requiring some buildings to run on renewable energy Jennifer Johnson https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/24/evanston-oks-ordinance-requiring-some-buildings-to-run-on-renewable-energy https://www.chicagotribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Evanston-Review.jpg?w=1024&h=576 US en Evanston City Council adopted an ordinance aimed at significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions created by large buildings. Aldermen voted 7-1 to pass the Healthy Buildings Ordinance on March 10. The ordinance will apply to nearly 500 apartment and commercial buildings in Evanston. The next step is to create rules and standards that building owners will need to meet. The Evanston City Council last week took a historic step as it adopted an ordinance, the first such ordinance in Illinois, aimed at significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions created by large bui...[+4762 chars] 2025-03-24T15:51:00 Sebi doubles FPI disclosure limit to Rs 50,000 crore, to set up committee to review conflict of interest ETMarkets.com https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-doubles-fpi-disclosure-limit-to-rs-50000-crore-to-set-up-committee-to-review-conflict-of-interest/articleshow/119425741.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119425650,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-71518,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi's board approved a proposal to increase the threshold for FPI disclosure to Rs 50,000 crore from Rs 25,000. The regulator will also set-up a committee to review the provisions related to the conflict of interest of officials. The board also decided on deferment of proposal and amendments to Sebi merchant bankers regulation. "Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India's ( Sebi ) board on Monday approved a proposa...[+798 chars]" 2025-03-24T15:44:59 ASEC warns PURC against electricity price hike https://www.myjoyonline.com/asec-warns-purc-against-electricity-price-hike https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-985-796x1024-1.png GH en The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has strongly opposed any plans by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) to increase electricity tariffs. The think tank argues that inefficiencies, illegalities, and a lack of consumer value in the sector must be addressed before any price adjustments are considered. They argue that Ghanaians are not receiving value for their electricity payments. "The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has strongly opposed any plans by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) to increase electricity tariffs. The think tank argues that inefficienci...[+4502 chars]" 2025-03-24T15:32:00 Sri Sukuk Issuances Rise Ninefold To RM11.9 Bln In 2024 BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2405659 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/c9a2c67b79ac47241bc1baed27abc96667e0c98383996 MY en Malaysia saw a significant rise in sustainable and responsible investment (SRI) sukuk issuances last year, reaching RM11.9 billion thanks to a supportive regulatory framework. BNM said the market is poised for further growth driven by priorities in energy transition, social inclusivity, and sustainability under the MADANI economy framework. KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) – Malaysia saw a significant rise in sustainable and responsible investment (SRI) sukuk issuances last year, reaching RM11.9 billion — an almost ninefold increase sinc...[+1876 chars] 2025-03-24T15:30:00 With new schools coming to Madison, Bryanna Krekeler leads on having eco-friendly plan Lucas Robinson https://madison.com/news/local/education/article_81a77660-00d9-4bf1-8cea-81576f027932.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/madison.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/8/1a/81a77660-00d9-4bf1-8cea-81576f027932/67ddcc2f95f87.preview.jpg?crop=1662%2C873%2C0%2C187&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Madison School District's capital referendum passed by voters in November. Five schools will be replaced with new buildings and two elementary schools renovated. The district has hired Bryanna Krekeler to be its first-ever sustainability manager. She started her career as a math teacher in Seattle and worked in fire protection engineering and other engineering before landing her new position with the District. "Lucas Robinson | Wisconsin State Journal Because of the Madison School District's capital referendum passed by voters in November, five of the city's schools will be replaced with new buildings and tw...[+5179 chars]" 2025-03-24T15:25:58 Gabelli Funds to Host 11th Annual Waste & Sustainability Symposium Thursday, April 3, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/24/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/gabelli-funds-to-host-11th-annual-waste-sustainability-symposiumthursday-april-3-2025/2079012 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/24/575014.png PH en Gabelli Funds, LLC will host the 11th Annual Waste & Sustainability Symposium on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at the Harvard Club in New York City. The conference will feature presentations by senior management of leading companies with an emphasis on industry dynamics, new technologies and company fundamentals. "GREENWICH, Conn., March 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gabelli Funds, LLC, will host the 11 th Annual Waste & Sustainability Symposium on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at the Harvard Club in New York City. Th...[+261 chars]" 2025-03-24T15:18:53 EU companies twice as likely to view climate risk as a top concern Global Data https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eu-companies-twice-likely-view-151853046.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/yDxau8a9XMUg4n4BbqXU3g--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_accountant_923/3dcd43ffbd76de7fb72a037bbbeefbe5 US en EU companies are twice as likely to view climate risk as a top concern than their non-EU counterparts. EU regulations on climate risk management drive a stronger focus on climate-related risks. European Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is the key reason for the difference. A recent study has revealed that companies based in the European Union (EU) are significantly more likely to identify climate risk as a top organisational concern compared to their global counterparts...[+2948 chars] 2025-03-24T15:16:06 Digital Marketing Apprentice Opportunity in Paris: Charge de Marketing Digital Role archyde https://www.archyde.com/digital-marketing-apprentice-opportunity-in-paris-charge-de-marketing-digital-role https://www.archyde.com/wp-content/plugins/aiomatic-automatic-ai-content-writer/res/icons/1.png US en A leading French life insurance company is looking for a digital marketing specialist. Evelyn Hayes, a leading consultant at Digital Strategies Inc., talks about the growing trend of digital marketing within the insurance industry in France. She explains how the industry is undergoing a massive digital transformation. Some might believe that digital marketing cannot fully replace traditional methods in the insurance industry,which often requires a personal touch. While face-to-face interactions still have value, di...[+7583 chars] 2025-03-24T15:13:49 SEBI to constitute committee to decide on conflict of interest of board members Lalatendu Mishra https://www.thehindu.com/business/sebi-to-constitute-committee-to-decide-on-conflict-of-interest-of-board-members/article69369711.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/r6joiw/article69369830.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/IMG_A_man_stands_in_fron_2_1_MPE0NB6R.jpg IN en The Securities & Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has decided to constitute a High-Level-Committee (HLC) to undertake a comprehensive review of the provisions relating to conflict of interest, disclosure pertaining to property, investment and liabilities in respect of SEBI members and officials of the board. The HLC will comprise eminent persons and experts with relevant background and experience in constitutional/ statutory/ regulatory bodies, Government / public sector/ private sector and academia. The committee is expected to submit the recommendation within three months of from the date of constitution and it will be placed before the board for consideration. The threshold for Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) operating in India has been increased In the back of conflict-of-interest allegations being hurled at the regulator in the recent past, the Securities & Exchange Board of India (SEBI) board at it's meeting held on Monday (March 24, 2025) ...[+3269 chars] 2025-03-24T14:45:35 Kvika banki hf.: Annual General Meeting 26 March 2025 - Candidacy to the Board and registration https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/24/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/kvika-banki-hf-annual-general-meeting-26-march-2025-candidacy-to-the-board-and-registration/2078977 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/24/574973.png PH en Deadline for the candidacy to the Board of Directors of Kvika banki hf expired on 21 March 2025. The AGM will be held on 26 March 2025 at 4:00 pm at Nauthóll in Reykjavík. Shareholders or their proxies who wish to attend the meeting are asked to register here no later than 4 pm today. Voting will take place through Lumi AGM. Deadline for the candidacy to the Board of Directors of Kvika banki hf. expired on 21 March 2025. The following candidates submitted their application for the Board of Directors for the AGM, to be hel...[+687 chars] 2025-03-24T14:30:00 Elanders publishes the 2024 Annual and Sustainability Report Mar. 24, 2025 14:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6066841 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Today, Monday March 24, 2025, Elanders is publishing its Annual and Sustainability Report for 2024 on the company website www.elanders.com. The information was submitted for publication at 07:30 CET on 24 March 2025 and is made public pursuant to the Securities Markets Act. "Today, Monday March 24, 2025, Elanders is publishing its Annual and Sustainability Report for 2024 on the company website www.elanders.com . The Annual and Sustainability Report is distributed by mail...[+440 chars]" 2025-03-24T14:23:17 Dangote cement earns ‘B' rating in climate change, water security Tsj Reporter https://thestreetjournal.org/dangote-cement-earns-b-rating-in-climate-change-water-security https://thestreetjournal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/dangotecement4.webp NG en Dangote Cement has participated in CDP's annual disclosures since 2018. In the latest assessment released in February 2024, Dangote's water security score improved from C to B. The company maintained a B rating in climate change, underscoring its commitment to building a climate-resilient future. CDP, the world's largest repository of environmental data, provides a platform for companies, investors, and governments to assess sustainability efforts. It evaluates corporate actions on climate cha...[+1001 chars] 2025-03-24T14:13:35 At 50,000 crore, SEBI doubles FPI investment threshold for granular disclosures Nitin Jain https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/business/at-50000-crore-sebi-doubles-fpi-investment-threshold-for-granular-disclosures https://www.tribuneindia.com/sortd-service/imaginary/v22-01/jpg/large/high?url=dGhldHJpYnVuZS1zb3J0ZC1wcm8tcHJvZC1zb3J0ZC9tZWRpYTM3NWU5NGQwLTA4YmEtMTFmMC05YTQ0LTIxMTA4MTFlOTA5YS5qcGc= IN en SEBI's board on Monday approved a proposal to double the investment threshold for granular disclosures by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) to Rs 50,000 crore. This will benefit certain FPIs with equity assets under management (AUM) exceeding Rs 25,000 crores. With an aim to address the changing market dynamics without altering the concentration criteria, which remain unchanged, market regulator SEBI's board on Monday approved a proposal to double the inves...[+1649 chars] 2025-03-24T14:10:00 Your life insurance claim may be rejected if you take a new plan without declaring the ones you already have, says SC Ira Alok Puranik https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/insure/your-life-insurance-claim-may-be-rejected-if-you-take-a-new-plan-without-declaring-the-ones-you-already-have-says-sc/articleshow/119420255.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119421299,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-45520,overlay-etwealth/articleshow.jpg IN en Supreme Court of India ruled that the issuer of your policy B could reject any claims you make to them if you don't disclose to them that you are already covered under plan A. Exide Life Insurance rejected the claim of the appellant's father, because he didn't disclose all his other life insurance policies. "Picture this. Say you already have a life insurance policy (A). You buy another life insurance plan (B) without disclosing to them that you are already covered under plan A. In one of its recent verdi...[+5964 chars]" 2025-03-24T14:09:01 SG Holdings launches Series 1 and 2 Commercial Papers of up to N30 billion, identifies target investors Nairametrics https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4209629/sg-holdings-launches-series-1-and-2-commercial-papers-of-up-to-n30-billion-ident.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en SG Holdings Limited has launched its Series 1 and Series 2 commercial papers with a combined issue size of up to N30 billion, targeting qualified institutional investors. The issue and allotment dates for March 27, 2025 have been confirmed by the issuing and placing agent, Anchoria Advisory Services Limited. SG Holdings Limited has launched its Series 1 and Series 2 commercial papers, with a combined issue size of up to N30 billion, targeting qualified institutional investors. This information was release...[+328 chars] 2025-03-24T14:05:02 Schouw & Co. share buy-back programme, week 12 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/24/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/schouw-co-share-buy-back-programme-week-12-2025/2078907 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/24/574897.png PH en Schouw & Co. initiated a share buy-back programme on 2 January 2025. They will buy back shares for up to DKK 50 million during the period 2 January to 31 March 2025. The buyback will be structured in accordance with EU law and EU regulations. On 2 January 2025, Schouw & Co. initiated a share buy-back programme as outlined in Company Announcement no. 70 of 23 December 2024. Under the programme, Schouw & Co. will acquire shares for up to DKK...[+428 chars] 2025-03-24T14:01:01 Julie Dubuisson: 'I've felt the pressure of having to prove my legitimacy' https://delano.lu/article/julie-dubuisson-ive-felt-the-pressure-of-having-to-prove-my-legitimacy https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/julie-dubuisson-ive-felt-the-pressure-of-having-to-prove-my-legitimacy/0.5/0.5/600/400/712518.jpg LU en Julie Dubuisson is a chartered executive and managing director of Convex Europe. She is also on the board of directors of Aca and chair of the International Non-Life Commission. Julie is not in favour of quotas for women on boards, but she believes it's crucial to offer women the opportunity to assert themselves and access board positions on the basis of merit. Julie Dubuisson is a chartered executive and managing director of Convex Europe, sitting also on its board of directors. Before joining Convex in 2021 to launch the European entity based in Luxembourg...[+7702 chars] 2025-03-24T14:00:34 Sandrine Dubois: 'Statistics show too little progress' https://delano.lu/article/sandrine-dubois-statistics-show-too-little-progress https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/sandrine-dubois-statistics-show-too-little-progress/0.5/0.5/600/400/712514.jpg LU en Sandrine Dubois is a director certified by the Luxembourg Institute of Directors. She has 30 years' experience in banking, wealth management and investment funds in Luxembourg. She is an independent female director. Quota for women on boards is a useful step, but not an ideal solution, but an intermediate measure to encourage deeper changes and redress the balance. Diverse boards send a positive signal in terms of governance and commitment to inclusion. A governance expert, Sandrine Dubois has 30 years' experience in banking, wealth management and investment funds in Luxembourg. A director certified by the Luxembourg Institute of Directors, she is a ...[+3010 chars] 2025-03-24T14:00:02 Will ESS Tech, Inc. (GWH) Report Negative Earnings Next Week? What You Should Know Zacks Equity Research https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ess-tech-inc-gwh-report-140002128.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/zacks.com/f889276f4a638f3c7a79c0e3e6b768c1 US en ESS Tech, Inc. (GWH) is expected to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended December 2024. The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report. If they miss, the stock may move lower. It's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise. The market expects ESS Tech, Inc. (GWH) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended December 2024. This widely-known consensus out...[+5015 chars] 2025-03-24T13:58:35 India Eases Disclosure Norm for Global Funds as Market Grows Chiranjivi Chakraborty https://finance.yahoo.com/news/india-eases-disclosure-norm-global-120348679.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/B4jf._MQX6jU0HpuBj.TXQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_markets_842/02e815a863e43fcb1f573ec06dd846bb US en India's securities market regulator Monday approved raising the threshold for granular disclosures on ultimate beneficial ownership of global funds. Global funds with assets under management of less than 500 billion rupees in the local stock market will be exempted from making additional disclosures. The relaxation comes amid one of the biggest exodus of foreign capital from local stocks, with foreign investors pulling out $28 billion since the end of September. (Bloomberg) -- India's securities market regulator Monday approved raising the threshold for granular disclosures on ultimate beneficial ownership of global funds less than two years after the rule wa...[+3167 chars] 2025-03-24T13:58:05 Riyadh forum promotes cross-sector partnerships for sustainable development Arab News https://www.arabnews.com/node/2594689 https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x371_watermarksaudi/public/main-image/2025/03/24/4585747-254591225.jpg?itok=lGs6ceCP SA en The Social Responsibility Association in Riyadh organized the second Social Responsibility Forum to integrate efforts across sectors to support sustainable development and Vision 2030. The event was held on Saudi Social Responsibility Day on March 23. The forum featured two panel discussions on the role of the government, private, and nonprofit sectors in activating social responsibility. "RIYADH: The Social Responsibility Association in Riyadh organized the second Social Responsibility Forum to integrate efforts across sectors to support sustainable development and Vision 2030. The eve...[+2269 chars]" 2025-03-24T13:52:18 DIC India Settles Sebi Case Over Disclosure Lapses with Rs 34.32 Lakh Payment Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3319808-dic-india-settles-sebi-case-over-disclosure-lapses-with-rs-3432-lakh-payment https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/24_03_2025_13_52_10_9847083.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en DIC India has settled a disclosure lapse case with the Securities and Exchange Board of India by paying Rs 34.32 lakh as a settlement amount. The company was in violation of several LODR rules, including neglecting to consult its Nomination and Remuneration Committee in appointing a new Head of Sales and Marketing and failing to disclose senior management changes. "DIC India has settled a disclosure lapse case with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) by paying Rs 34.32 lakh as a settlement amount, avoiding enforcement proceedings for now. In its or...[+652 chars]" 2025-03-24T13:42:00 ESG handbook released to help SMEs https://vietnamnews.vn/economy/1694490/esg-handbook-released-to-help-smes.html https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/3/24/412872_5120654828890342_image.png VN en A handbook on how to adopt the ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) framework was released by the Ministry of Finance at a conference in Hà Nội on Monday. It was developed by the ministry's Department of Private Enterprise and Collective Economy Development, the British Embassy in Việt Nam, the Asia Foundation and Ernst & Young Vi vietnam. It serves as a guide for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to incorporate ESG criteria into their operations and report their ESG practices. "Nguyễn Đức Trung, deputy director of the Department of Private Enterprise Development under the Ministry of Finance, speaks at a conference in Hà Nội on Monday. — Photo congthuong.vn HÀ NỘI — A handbo...[+2823 chars]" 2025-03-24T13:02:01 Edible Garden Schedules Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Business Update Conference Call Edible Garden AG Incorporated https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/edible-garden-schedules-fourth-quarter-2024-financial-results-and-business-update-conference-call/article_778917e6-032b-5de1-a920-fa891e25ceff.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Edible Garden AG Incorporated will host a conference call on March 31, 2025 at 8:00 AM Eastern Time to discuss financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2024 and provide a business update. The conference call can be accessed via telephone by dialing toll-free +1 888-506-0062 for U.S. callers or +1 973-528-0011 for international callers. A webcast of the call may be accessed on the investor relations section of the company's website. BELVIDERE, NJ, March 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated ('Edible Garden' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally ...[+654 chars] 2025-03-24T12:45:10 Sebi Doubles Disclosure Threshold for Foreign Investors Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3319698-sebi-doubles-disclosure-threshold-for-foreign-investors https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/21_03_2025_14_27_58_1683275.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has made a significant change by raising the investment threshold requiring detailed disclosures from foreign portfolio investors (FPIs). This new regulation, approved in a board meeting on Monday, increases the threshold from Rs 25,000 to Rs 50,000 crore. Certain FPIs, such as those with broad-based structures or government ownership are exempt from this requirement. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has made a significant change by raising the investment threshold requiring detailed disclosures from foreign portfolio investors (FPIs). This new reg...[+631 chars] 2025-03-24T12:45:00 JPMorgan rebrands DEI, leaves Net-Zero Asset Managers initiative Lamar Johnson https://finance.yahoo.com/news/jpmorgan-rebrands-dei-leaves-net-124500234.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/NU5zbRBQO8ZOGvuT_I8mfw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/esg_dive_474/381d1800ed904f08777fc3f7d03e57e7 US en JPMorgan Chase announced changes to its internal practices on diversity, equity and inclusion and its external memberships in climate-related organizations last week. The financial institution rebranded its DEI practices 'DOI,' with 'o' standing for opportunity. JPMorgan Asset Management has left the UN-backed Net-Zero Asset Managers initiative. The organization had temporarily suspended operations after BlackRock left it in January. "This story was originally published on ESG Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily ESG Dive newsletter. JPMorgan Chase announced changes to its internal practices on dive...[+5304 chars]" 2025-03-24T12:41:08 I Attended Apple's Annual Meeting. It Was a Turning Point Against ESG and DEI Isaac Willour https://www.theepochtimes.com/opinion/i-attended-apples-annual-meeting-it-was-a-turning-point-against-esg-and-dei-5829314 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/03/21/id5829315-Shutterstock_1069919405-1080x720.jpg US en Corporate culture is shifting away from ESG and DEI. In past years, the agenda at Apple's annual meeting has been controlled by pro-ESG activists, but the company's 2025 meeting took place without a single pro- ESG proposal on the agenda. CEO Tim Cook admitted that the company'may need to make some changes' to its DEI approach. "Commentary I attended Apple's annual meeting several weeks ago. I saw many signs of how corporate culture is shifting away from ESG and DEI. To understand why, let's briefly discuss the basics of how ...[+3126 chars]" 2025-03-24T12:10:42 Pharmaceutical giants team up on effort to combat carbon emissions from clinical trials https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4411272/pharmaceutical-giants-team-effort-combat-carbon-emissions-clinical-trials https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/b510374/92cdd464-1e8b-4842-b97c-85c55e21627a/2/iStock-1050311748-370x229.jpg GB en A group of over 200 companies from across the global pharmaceuticals and cosmetics value chain have announced plans to develop a new industry-wide standard for measuring the carbon footprint of different products and companies. They want to create a standard to measure the carbon footprints of different types of products. A group of over 200 companies from across the global pharmaceuticals and cosmetics value chain have announced plans to develop a new industry-wide standard for measuring the carbon footprint of differ...[+6 chars] 2025-03-24T12:00:00 Here are 4 key things to know about becoming a B Corp Cody Barbo https://www.fastcompany.com/91302235/here-are-4-key-things-to-know-about-becoming-a-b-corp https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/03/Here_are_4_key_things_to_know_about_becoming_a_B_Corp.jpg US en March is B Corp Month. Trust & Will is a B Corp, a company that promotes social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. To pass, companies must score at least 80 points out of 200. The B Corp certification process is rigorous. It required buy-in from the leadership team, employees, and even investors. March is B Corp Month, a time to celebrate businesses that prioritize people, planet, and purpose alongside profit. As an entrepreneur, I always knew I wanted to build a company that made a meaningful...[+4907 chars] 2025-03-24T11:54:30 What insurance coverage might be available to companies facing OECD complaints (Stewarts Law LLP) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/What_insurance_coverage_might_be_available_to_companies_faci https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/[] US en In recent years, there has been a rise in environmental, social and governance (ESG) related actions. Non-legal processes to promote behavioural change by companies is one tool in the toolkit to promote this change, according to the report. It adds that parties are increasingly participating in non- legal processes. ) In recent years, there has been a rise in environmental, social and governance (ESG) related actions, including parties increasingly participating in non-legal processes to promote behavioural chang...[+36 chars] 2025-03-24T11:50:58 How barrier packaging is meeting consumer demands Global Data https://finance.yahoo.com/news/barrier-packaging-meeting-consumer-demands-115058990.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/packaging_gateway_559/325eb40fc69e0e0ed0e783d5f5bd4f7a US en "Barrier packaging has become a critical area of innovation in the packaging industry in recent years. According to GlobalData's research, more than 80% of global consumers consider product hygiene essential or ""nice to have"" when purchasing products. The environmental, social, and governance (ESG) framework is a key focus for many companies involved in barrier packaging innovations." In recent years, barrier packaging has become a critical area of innovation in the packaging industry. As consumer expectations around hygiene and sustainability grow, packaging manufacturers are deve...[+4884 chars] 2025-03-24T11:41:15 Harvest ETFs Announces March 2025 Distributions Business Wire https://www.saultstar.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/harvest-etfs-announces-march-2025-distributions https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/a6eb3d9798bf2f3cbcf1e6e6a47e4846?s=70&d=mp CA en Harvest Portfolio Group Inc. announced the distribution for the month ending March 31, 2025. The estimated distribution will be paid on or about April 9, 2025 to unitholders of record on March 31. The final distribution amount will be announced on March 28, 2025 for the ETF below. "Published Mar 24, 2025 • 4 minute read OAKVILLE, Ontario — Harvest Portfolios Group Inc. ('Harvest') announces the following distributions for Harvest ETFs for the month ending March 31, 2025. The dis...[+4160 chars]" 2025-03-24T11:18:31 Africas premier platform for accelerating the SDGs, ASIS, returns for its fourth edition Premium Times https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4209205/africas-premier-platform-for-accelerating-the-sdgs-asis-returns-for-its-fourth-e.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en ASIS is Africa's premier platform for accelerating the SDGs and the African Union Agenda 2063. Since its launch in 2022, ASIS has become a transformative platform for change across Africa, focusing on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and African Unions Agenda 2064. Since its launch in 2022, ASIS has become a transformative platform for change across Africa, focusing on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the African Unions Agenda 2063.The post...[+130 chars] 2025-03-24T11:08:00 DX Group takes another significant step towards its 'Net Zero' goal Roert Morton https://www.expressandstar.com/your-world/2025/03/24/dx-group-takes-another-significant-step-towards-its-net-zero-goal https://resizer.nationalworld.com/0a67fb7f-a10e-48a5-b1d7-5c5a32d3477a.jpg?tr=w-1200 GB en The Willenhall hub has historically used around 3 million litres of diesel per annum. The switch to HVO is expected to result in a 16 per cent reduction in fuel emissions in 2025 compared to 2024. DX has ambitious ESG targets and is committed to being 'Net Zero' by 2050. "Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 The Willenhall hub has historically used around three million litres of diesel per annum and the switch to HVO is expected to r...[+1780 chars]" 2025-03-24T11:02:16 Exclusive-Interim SEC chief cast sole vote against suing Musk Chris Prentice https://www.yahoo.com/news/exclusive-interim-sec-chief-cast-110216388.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/75a0d553d93f84fcfcc3a04927a50926 US en The SEC filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk on January 14. Four of the five commissioners voted in favor of the suit. Mark Uyeda, the acting head of the SEC, voted no. The details of the vote are reported here for the first time. "By Chris Prentice NEW YORK (Reuters) -Days before Republicans took the helm of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in January, the agency's five commissioners held a closed-door vote on whethe...[+4611 chars]" 2025-03-24T11:00:44 U. S. Steel Highlights Proven Track Record and Commitment to Delivering Stockholder Value in Definitive Proxy Statement and Stockholder Letter Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/u-s-steel-highlights-proven-track-record-and-commitment-to-delivering-stockholder-value-in-definitive/article_98de91a8-13b9-58f9-a297-62b4b6d335fe.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en The U.S. Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) today highlighted in a letter to stockholders the extraordinary value the Board of Directors has delivered for stockholders. This letter is being delivered in connection with the definitive proxy statement filed on Friday, March 21, 2025 with the Securities and Exchange Commission in relation to the Company's 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. "United States Steel Corporation (""U. S. Steel"" or the 'Company') (NYSE: X) today highlighted in a letter to stockholders the extraordinary value the U. S. Steel Board of Directors (the 'Board') has de...[+307 chars]" 2025-03-24T10:51:00 Transforming innovators growth platform: India's path to escaping the middle-income trap V. Shunmugam https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/world-development-report-world-bank-emerging-economies-indias-middle-income-trap-startups-technology-companies-ipo-11742733764169.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/24/1600x900/g9dfb0b944bf81d75682461b062d954ef6e7ba4ca6e9505d624ec7e3deeb45c3019a77b8f7b7f59b6c4308d9ca63ba08df7a9f7144c08d0e14ed6cc637beecbee_1280_1742800228619_1742800238836.jpg IN en The World Development Report 2024 by the World Bank highlights that emerging economies like India risk being caught in the'middle-income trap' because of stagnant productivity and an inability to harness innovation. Sebi's 2019 redesigning of institutional trading platform into the innovators growth platform (IGP) supports new-age companies across high-growth sectors such as information technology, artificial intelligence, data analytics, biotechnology, or nanotechnology. However, the Indian IGP has not taken off while platforms like China's STAR Market and Hong Kong's Tech market are flourishing as capital raising hub for innovation companies. "The World Development Report 2024 by the World Bank highlights a critical issue: emerging economies like India risk being caught in the ' middle-income trap ', where stagnant productivity and an inabi...[+5911 chars]" 2025-03-24T10:45:18 Nigeria: Ending the Scourge of Tuberculosis All Africa https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Nigeria_Ending_the_Scourge_of_Tuberculosis https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7W4QSi0GiWo/0.jpg US en All the stakeholders could do more to reduce the burden, says Mr. Kuchinska. He urges all the stakeholders to do more for the benefit of the people. for a reduction in the burden on the people's lives. For more information, visit: www.justgiving.com/reduce-the-burden. All the stakeholders could do more to reduce the burden 2025-03-24T10:39:31 Phase3 Telecom: Ethics, Governance & Sustainability Milestones for Q1 2025 and the Road Ahead The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4209116/phase3-telecom-ethics-governance-sustainability-milestones-for-q1-2025-and-the-r.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Phase3 Telecom will continue to remain steadfast in its commitment to ethical governance,sustainability, and regulatory compliance. The board of Phase3 Telecom has released a report titled Ethics, Governance & Sustainability Milestones for Q1 2025 and the Road Ahead. Phase3 Telecom will continue to remain steadfast in its commitment to ethical governance,sustainability, and regulatory compliance, especially in an era where corporate responsibility isincreasingly u...[+175 chars] 2025-03-24T10:37:48 Study: ESG rollbacks risk 'disconnect' between employers and workers Natalija Jovasevic https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4411258/study-esg-rollbacks-risk-disconnect-employers-workers https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/935177f/9a2c2299-138c-445f-8956-0e23757f7b63/9/iStock-1493187091-370x229.jpg GB en "Decisions to dilute climate goals or roll back in-house environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts risk creating a ""disconnect"" between workers and employers, according to new research published today by the World Economic Forum (WEF). " "Decisions to dilute climate goals or roll back in-house environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts risk creating a ""disconnect"" between workers and employers, new research published today has...[+3 chars]" 2025-03-24T10:30:21 Earth-focused Adare businesswoman in the running for prestigious award Bernie English https://www.limerickpost.ie/2025/03/24/earth-focused-adare-businesswoman-in-the-running-for-prestigious-award https://www.limerickpost.ie/site/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Aoife-McNamara-web.jpg IE en Aoife McNamara is a finalist in the Business and Finance ESG Awards 2025. The fashion designer is the propriestor of Aoife's Cottage in Adare. Mary Robinson will receive the ESG Leader Award. The winners will be announced at a lunch ceremony on April 10 at The Mansion House, Dublin. "ADARE businesswoman Aoife McNamara from has been shortlisted for the Future ESG Leader Award. Aoife has been recognised as a finalist in the Business and Finance ESG Awards 2025, in association with G...[+1506 chars]" 2025-03-24T10:07:45 The past three years for SGS (VTX:SGSN) investors has not been profitable Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/past-three-years-sgs-vtx-100745710.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/58df37cadd48c6619bbe022c72dae85c US en SGS SA's share price is down 17% in the last three years, falling well short of the market return of around 11%. The company's earnings per share dropped by 2.1% each year during the three years that the share price fell. SGS shareholders are up 5.8% for the year, but it falls short of market return. The gain is better than the average annual return of 3% per year over five years. Many investors define successful investing as beating the market average over the long term. But the risk of stock picking is that you will likely buy under-performing companies. Unfortunately, that's...[+3659 chars] 2025-03-24T10:00:55 Reform UK's Murky Corporate Structure Raises Legal Red Flags, Experts Warn Josiah Mortimer https://bylinetimes.com/2025/03/24/reform-uk-corporate-structure https://bylinetimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/farage-reform-party-600x314.png GB en Reform UK's failure to declare who is in control of the companies behind the party raises questions about whether it is following the law. Nigel Farage and Zia Yusuf are the sole directors of Reform 2025 Ltd, which is the main vehicle for the party. The party is seeking overseas funding from those unhappy with the amount of regulation and tax in the UK. "Byline Times is an independent, reader-funded investigative newspaper, outside of the system of the established press, reporting on 'what the papers don't say' – without fear or favour . To support it...[+4690 chars]" 2025-03-24T10:00:00 A USD$25 billion public-private Ghana climate futures and socio-economic initiative is agreed Carbon Pura https://finance.yahoo.com/news/usd-25-billion-public-private-100000503.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/d1934be6c588e3543075661a37710b01 US en The Ghana Green Guard Agreement is a public-private collaborative partnership between the developer CarbonPura Africa, the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) representing the government of Ghana and PSPH (Private Sector Participation in Health). It will drive environmental restoration, clean water access, and community-based social programmes in Ghana. It will generate over 305 million high-quality, investment-grade carbon credits across 12 million hectares of diverse landscapes with a projected cumulative revenue of $10.4 billion over 25 years. "Carbon Capital Corporation Carbon Planet EPA logo Private Sector Participation in Health The Ghana Green Guard USD$25 billion climate futures initiative agreement commits to deliver a series of divers...[+12018 chars]" 2025-03-24T09:42:15 Capital market operators engaged in illegal activities will be punished — SEC Joseph Inokotong https://tribuneonlineng.com/capital-market-operators-engaged-in-illegal-activities-will-be-punished-sec https://tribuneonlineng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Securities-and-Exchange-Commission-SEC.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper individuals are permitted to operate in Nigeria's capital market to enhance investor protection. The National Assembly has passed the new Investment and Securities Act and the Bill is going through the administrative process to get the President's assent. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper individuals are permitted to operate in Nigeria's capital market to enhance investor pro...[+3843 chars] 2025-03-24T09:31:00 Vermont falls short of climate goals, report shows Sophia Thomas https://www.wcax.com/2025/03/24/vermont-falls-short-climate-goals-report-shows https://gray-wcax-prod.gtv-cdn.com/resizer/v2/XMO3PYCNEZEG3EKXLJICPOLFBE.jpg?auth=be7faa54ca9cf13350f3c98a54f0771bedc8cd1a4caca34282995ef4bb96a5e4&width=1200&height=600&smart=true US en Vermont is not on track to meet the first legal obligation of the Global Warming Solutions Act. The law requires Vermont to decrease emissions by 26% from 2005 levels by 2025. Preliminary projections show Vermont is 1% above the 2025 requirement. The state is still finalizing 2024 emission data from sectors like agriculture. "BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A recent state report shows that Vermont is missing the mark on emission reduction requirements. Vermont is required to reduce its emissions by 26% this year, but recent data ...[+2370 chars]" 2025-03-24T09:15:00 Hang Lung Leads Industry Dialogue on Net Zero Transition with Groundbreaking Discussion Paper Media Out Reach Newswire https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-mediaoutreachnewswire/media-outreach/2025/03/24/1146477/hang-lung-leads-industry-dialogue-on-net-zero-transition-with-groundbreaking-discussion-paper https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/Thumb/390x205/611305/611305-HLLogo-jpeg-390x205.jpeg HK en Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) has published a discussion paper 'Journey to Net Zero: Our Scenarios and Actions to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions to 2050'. The paper is based on a decarbonization model with more than 1,000 internal and external data inputs. It has developed two main scenarios to understand potential pathways for the Company to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to 2050. "HONG KONG SAR & SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OuReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (the 'Company' or 'Hang Lung') has published a first-of-its-kind discus...[+6906 chars]" 2025-03-24T08:38:12 Rachel Reeves plans 15 per cent cut in government costs by 2029 Vivek Mishra https://www.easterneye.biz/rachel-reeves-government-costs-uk https://www.easterneye.biz/media-library/rachel-reeves-getty.jpg?id=53768092&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C212%2C0%2C213 PA en 48% of UK's top 50 private companies have appointed at least one ethnic minority director ahead of the 2027 target. There are now 13 ethnic minority CEOs and eight ethnic minority chairs in the top 100 companies in the country. People with ethnic minority backgrounds currently hold 19% of all director positions in these companies. "According to the survey, 48 per cent of the UK's top 50 private companies have reported meeting the goal of appointing at least one ethnic minority director ahead of the 2027 target. The committee was...[+4587 chars]" 2025-03-24T08:33:35 ExxonMobil going beyond industry standards in transfer of oil from FPSO to tankers- In-Country Projects Manager Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/03/24/exxonmobil-going-beyond-industry-standards-in-transfer-of-oil-from-fpso-to-tankers-in-country-projects-manager https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/03/Rebecca-150x150.jpg GY en The process of transferring oil from a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel to a tanker requires careful planning to ensure safety of the environment. ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) is the operator of the oil-rich Stabroek Block, currently producing 650,000 barrels of oil per day. The process of transferring oil from a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel to a tanker, that transports the commodity to refineries across the world, is a tedious one that require...[+2476 chars] 2025-03-24T08:21:00 Cenomi Centers' EGM approves SAR 3.75B sukuk issue Eye https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Cenomi_Centers_EGM_approves_SAR_375B_sukuk_issue https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8atup2w4fHY/0.jpg US en Arabian Centres Co.'s extraordinary general meeting (EGM) approved, on March 23, authorizing the company to offer one or more Shariah-compliant sukuk certificates of up to SAR 3.75 billion or equivalent amount, up to March 23. Arabian Centres Co.'s (Cenomi Centers) extraordinary general meeting (EGM) approved, on March 23, authorizing the company to offer one or more issuances of Shariah-compliant sukuk certificates of up t...[+39 chars] 2025-03-24T08:00:00 Philips convenes the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders 2025 Royal Philips https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/philips-convenes-annual-general-meeting-080000327.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/c8wJ1zFy55HIX.xFEp1.4Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05NjA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globe_newswire_uk_374/337828b2bbe17a9a51ec3cd8d76f9dd9 US en Annual General Meeting of Shareholders will be held on May 8, 2025 at Hotel Okura Amsterdam, Ferdinand Bolstraat 333, Amsterdam at 14:00 CET. Mr Bob White, Ms Indra Nooyi, Ms Chua Sock Koong and Mr Marnix van Ginneken will be re-appointed to the Supervisory board and the Board of Management. "Mr Bob White Ms Indra Nooyi Ms Chua Sock Koong Mr Marnix van Ginneken March 24, 2025Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) today announced it has convened the Annual General...[+3052 chars]" 2025-03-24T07:51:44 Seplat Energy Drives Gender Equity In STEM Leadership News https://leadership.ng/seplat-energy-drives-gender-equity-in-stem https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Seplat-Energy.webp NG en Seplat Energy has reaffirmed its leadership in driving gender equity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to create more opportunities for women. The firm made the commitment at the Society of Petroleum Engineers Women Leadership Lecture Series (SPEWLLS) 2025. The event was held in Lagos. "Seplat Energy has reaffirmed its leadership in driving gender equity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to create more opportunities for women. The firm made the commitment at...[+3280 chars]" 2025-03-24T07:51:11 Bolt has acquired Danish taxi company Viggo The Copenhagen Post https://cphpost.dk/2025-03-24/news/round-up/bolt-has-acquired-danish-taxi-company-viggo https://cphpost.dk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CPHpost_Circle_Turquoise_XL_RGB_background.png DK en The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing. Businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green','sustainable', or 'environmentally friendly' starting September 2026 unless they can provide documentation to substantiate these claims. The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing.If passed, businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green', 'sustainable', or 'env...[+230 chars] 2025-03-24T07:41:32 Axxela Reaffirms Commitment To Energy Security, Industrialisation In Lagos State Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4208615/axxela-reaffirms-commitment-to-energy-security-industrialisation-in-lagos-state.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Axxela Limited has reiterated its commitment to enhancing energy security, driving industrialisation and promoting environmental sustainability in Lagos State. Axxela made this pledge during a visit to Lagos Governor, Babatunde Sanwo-Olu at the Lagos House, Marina. Through one of its subsidiaries, Gaslink Nigeria Limited, the company has pioneered private-sector natural gas distribution. Axxela Limited, has reiterated its commitment to enhancing energy security, driving industrialisation, and promoting environmental sustainability in Lagos State. Axxela made this pledge during a visit...[+224 chars] 2025-03-24T07:27:29 Elliott discloses stake in RWE, calls for buyback increase Christoph Steitz https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/elliott-discloses-stake-rwe-calls-buyback-increase-2025-03-24 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/JHD6GLQXMBJFVN3MT6XAXGBU7Q.jpg?auth=59d3e98efd43acce66c7abd210832ff68101c1d5d321de3913fac7b1d423b9a1&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Activist investor Elliott disclosed a stake of close to 5% in RWE (RWEG.DE). Elliott wants RWE to significantly increase its 1.5 billion euro ($1.63 billion) share buyback programme. RWE last week cut its investment programme by 10 billion euros and set more ambitious return targets for its projects. FRANKFURT/DUESSELDORF, March 24 (Reuters) - Activist investor Elliott (ECAL.UL) disclosed a stake of close to 5% in Germany's biggest utility RWE (RWEG.DE), opens new tab on Monday and urged it to sig...[+2844 chars] 2025-03-24T07:24:39 Furious Tesla investor to Musk: Return full-time or step aside! https://www.firstpost.com/tech/furious-tesla-investor-to-musk-return-full-time-or-step-aside-13873944.html https://images.firstpost.com/uploads/2024/11/Tesla-Elon-Musk-2024-11-d27915789854ac33733433c38144f955-1200x675.jpg?im=FitAndFill=(1200,675) IN en Ross Gerber wants Elon Musk to be removed as the CEO of Tesla. Gerber owns 250,000 shares of Tesla stock valued at $248.71 per share at close on Friday. Elon Musk took on a visible role in US President Donald Trump's second administration as he continues to lead the controversial Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This has caused concerns among Tesla investors as the company's stock continues to flounder throughout 2025. There have also been reports about Tesla vehicles, showrooms and facilities getting vandalised. In a few weeks, Musk took on a visible role in US President Donald Trump's second administration as he continues to lead the controversial Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). However, this inv...[+5030 chars] 2025-03-24T07:23:05 Victory Capital Management Inc. Purchases New Position in Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE:EEX) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/24/victory-capital-management-inc-purchases-new-position-in-emerald-holding-inc-nyseeex.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/emerald-holding-inc-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221216130946&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Victory Capital Management Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE:EEX). The fund purchased 19,139 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $92,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp raised its stake in Emerald by 721.6% during the fourth quarter. Jane Street Group LLC grew its stake by 1,249.7% in the third quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc bought a new stake worth $740,000 in the 3rd quarter. Dynamic Technology Lab Private Ltd bought a stake worth approximately $222,000, while Point72 Asia Singapore Pte. Ltd. bought a other stake worth Victory Capital Management Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE:EEX ) in the fourth quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund purchased 19,139 shares of the comp...[+3161 chars] 2025-03-24T07:00:29 Vietnam to impose emission quotas on 150 largest enterprises Nguyen Kim https://vir.com.vn/vietnam-to-impose-emission-as-on-150-largest-enterprises-125095.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/032025/25/11/croped/vietnam-to-impose-emission-as-on-150-largest-enterprises-20250325111718.jpg?randTime=1743075610 VN en Vietnam to impose emission quotas on 150 largest enterprises. Quota allocation will be implemented in phases over the next five years. The first stage will be from 2025 to 2026, with quotas assigned to 150 major emitters in the thermal power, steel, and cement sectors. "Vietnam to impose emission quotas on 150 largest enterprises On March 24, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha chaired a meeting to discuss and provide feedback on a draft decree amending Decree No.06/2...[+2155 chars]" 2025-03-24T06:53:49 Corbion publishes Annual Report 2024, marking its first CSRD-compliant Annual Report (Corbion NV) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Corbion_publishes_Annual_Report_2024_marking_its_first_CSRDc_2 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/[] US en Corbion has published its first Annual Report in accordance with the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), marking a significant step forward in transparency and accountability. The introduction of CSRD represents a major shift in how companies disclose their sustainability efforts. )Corbion has published its first Annual Report in accordance with the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), marking a significant step forward in transparency and accountability. T...[+149 chars] 2025-03-24T06:37:54 Natixis CIB Opens Eco-Friendly Office in Bangalore Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3319142-natixis-cib-opens-eco-friendly-office-in-bangalore https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/24_03_2025_12_07_39_9962179.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Natixis Global Services (India) Private Limited has opened a new office in Bagmane Solarium City in Bangalore. The office is a LEED Gold Certified building that harnesses renewable solar energy for 85% of its energy needs. The facility aims to operate on 100% green solar energy by 2026. "In an effort to consolidate its operations and enhance environmental sustainability, Natixis Global Services (India) Private Limited has opened a new office in Bangalore. Located in Bagmane Solarium C...[+568 chars]" 2025-03-24T06:08:13 $2.4bn Divestment: FG Urged To Ensure Environmental Clean Up By Shell Success Nwogu https://newtelegraphng.com/2-4bn-divestment-fg-urged-to-ensure-environmental-clean-up-by-shell https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/images-9-9.jpeg NG en Shell Petroleum Development Company's $2.4 billion divestment of its onshore assets to Renaissance Africa Energy Holdings was approved by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has condemned the decision, saying Shell must address the environmental devastation before finalising the divestment. "Share Following the recent approval of Shell Petroleum Development Company's (SPDC) $2.4 billion divestment of its onshore assets to Renaissance Africa Energy Holdings, the Human and Environmental Dev...[+1101 chars]" 2025-03-24T05:30:56 JPMorgan Chase (JPM) Rebrands DEI Program as DOI amid Political Pressure Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/jpmorgan-chase-jpm-rebrands-dei-program-as-doi-amid-political-pressure-1034506897 https://blog.tipranks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-1243.png?utm_source=markets.businessinsider.com&utm_medium=referral US en "JPMorgan Chase is revising its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and rebranding them as diversity, opportunity and inclusion. The change from ""equity"" to ""opportunity"" is intended to clarify the bank's focus on equal access rather than equal outcomes. Some diversity programs will be overseen by other units like Human Resources and Corporate Responsibility. JPMorgan plans to reduce the frequency of training on these topics and focus on more high-quality offerings." JPMorgan Chase (JPM) is revising its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, rebranding them as diversity, opportunity, and inclusion (DOI), according to an internal memo. This change comes a...[+1461 chars] 2025-03-24T04:30:26 Nigeria Needs Investment Strategy To Ensure Sustainable Growth Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4208413/nigeria-needs-investment-strategy-to-ensure-sustainable-growth.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Nigeria needs to rethink its investment strategy to drive the structural transformation needed for sustainable economic growth. Financial Derivatives Company (FDC) Ltd harped on the need for Nigeria to rethink the investment strategy and implement bold institutional, economic and institutional reforms. ShareFinancial Derivatives Company (FDC) Ltd has harped on the need for Nigeria to rethink its investment strategy, as the countrys current investment levels are inadequate to drive the structural tra...[+296 chars] 2025-03-24T04:17:00 Procurement officers likely to declare assets Goitsemodimo Kaelo https://www.mmegi.bw/news/procurement-officers-likely-to-declare-assets/news https://www.mmegi.bw/mmegi/uploads/images/2025/03/21/135266.jpg BW en Moeti Mohwasa proposes to widen the scope of categories of persons who have been left out of the list of persons required to declare. The Ethics and Integrity Directorate was established by section 4 of the Declaration of Assets and Liabilities Act, No. 12 of 2019. The Directorate started its operations in January 2020 and has been receiving declarations since 3rd February 2020. The Director General reports directly to Parliament. Delivering the Committee of Supply for the Ethics and Integrity and Directorate speech on Tuesday, the Minister for State President, Moeti Mohwasa, said the move is in line with Section 3, subsection ...[+3504 chars] 2025-03-24T04:11:15 FG reviewing manufacturers' concerns on FRC Act' Urowayino Jeremiah https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/03/fg-reviewing-manufacturers-concerns-on-frc-act https://cdn.vanguardngr.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/MAN-manufacturers-association-1.jpg NG en The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBECECC) is set to address the concerns of Nigeria's manufacturing sector regarding the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN) Amendment Act. The Act introduces cumulative annual charges on non-listed companies. The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria strongly opposed the new financial obligations. The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has said that the federal government is set to address the growing concerns of Nigeria's manufacturing sector regarding the Financial Rep...[+2121 chars] 2025-03-24T03:01:24 DENSO the First Company Headquartered in Japan to Acquire EcoPass Certification from Catena-X (Denso Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/DENSO_the_First_Company_Headquartered_in_Japan_to_Acquire_Ec https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/[] US en DENSO is the First Company Headquartered in Japan to Acquire EcoPass Certification from Catena-X on Mar. 24, 2025. It's based on the data linkage from DENSO's application to Catena X. It is based on data from Denso's application. ) DENSO the First Company Headquartered in Japan to Acquire EcoPass Certification from Catena-X- Realizing Catena-X data linkage from DENSO's application - Mar. 24, 2025News Release BusinessKARIYA, Ja...[+39 chars] 2025-03-24T01:12:06 Better late than never https://www.brecorder.com/news/40354356/better-late-than-never https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/240612059ba256d.jpg?r=061211 PK en The State Bank of Pakistan's decision to unveil its initial Green Taxonomy policy draft by the end of the month is a much-needed step in the right direction. Pakistan is ranked as the second most vulnerable to climate change. The financial sector has remained disengaged from the discourse on climate resilience. The success of the initiative depends on execution. "EDITORIAL: The State Bank of Pakistan's (SBP's) decision to unveil its initial Green Taxonomy policy draft by the end of the month is a much-needed step in the right direction. While the initiative co...[+4252 chars]" 2025-03-24T00:00:00 DOUGLAS Group: Conference call with the Douglas Management Board on 24 March 2025 Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/DOUGLAS_Group_Conference_call_with_the_Douglas_Management_Bo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. The conference call with the Douglas Management Board will take place on 24 March 2025 at 09:04 CET/CEST and will be followed by a teleconference with the management board at 10:00 CET. EQS-News: Douglas AG / Key word(s): Conference DOUGLAS Group: Conference call with the Douglas Management Board on 24 March 2025 24.03.2025 / 09:04 CET/CEST The issuer is solely responsible for the co...[+87 chars] 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Revised Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Rule Exempts U.S. Companies From Reporting Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Revised_Beneficial_Ownership_Information_BOI_Rule_Exempts_US https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en U.S. businesses no longer have to comply with the beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting filing requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) under the new law. . i in the U.S., businesses do not have to report the BOI. U.S. businesses no longer have to comply with the beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting filing requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Heading towards maritime decarbonization: A wishlist for the future SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Heading_towards_maritime_decarbonization_A_wishlist_for_the_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Achieving a greener maritime sector requires coordinated efforts from policymakers, regulators and industry stakeholders. Maritime professionals shared their views at the final panel of the 14th GREEN4SEA Athens Forum, which took place during the last day of the event. Achieving a greener maritime sector requires coordinated efforts from policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders, navigating challenges from geopolitical stability to regulatory shifts and te...[+114 chars] 2025-03-24T00:00:00 ESG handbook released to help SMEs Vietnam News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/ESG_handbook_released_to_help_SMEs https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Handbook on ESG Implementation Framework and ESG Reporting is designed to guide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards. The application of ESG standards is necessary for the sustainable development of enterprises and the economy. The Handbook on ESG Implementation Framework and ESG Reporting is designed to guide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) standar...[+345 chars] 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Seychelles' 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR) of the Sustainable Development Goals Nation https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Seychelles_2025_Voluntary_National_Review_VNR_of_the_Sustain https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals were adopted by the UN in 2015. The SDGs encompass 17 goals, 169 targets and 232 indicators focusing on key pillars of People. They were adopted as the successor to the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Adopted by the United Nations (UN) in 2015, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, along with its seventeen Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), serves as the successor to the Millennium Develo...[+304 chars] 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Standing committee on finance calls for greater transparency in CSR spending and monitoring Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Standing_committee_on_finance_calls_for_greater_transparency https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Standing Committee on Finance headed by BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab has urged the Ministry of Corporate Affairs to establish a more comprehensive reporting and monitoring framework to ensure greater transparency in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending, particularly with regard to unspent funds and the. The Standing Committee on Finance headed by BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab has urged the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to establish a more comprehensive reporting and monitoring framework to ensure g...[+120 chars] 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Next Hydrogen Announces Strategic Partnership with Sungrow Hydrogen Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Next_Hydrogen_Announces_Strategic_Partnership_with_Sungrow_H https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc. is a company based in Mississauga, Ontario. Next Hydrogen is a provider of hydrogen-based products.    for the next 25 years. For more information, visit nexthydrogensolutions.com. MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc. ('Next Hydrogen' or the 'Company') 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Ezz Steel to challenge Europe's anti-dumping duties on flat steel imports Eurometal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Ezz_Steel_to_challenge_Europe_s_antidumping_duties_on_flat_s https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Egypt-based steelmaker Ezz Steel plans to challenge the European Commission's proposed imposition of a preliminary 15.6% anti-dumping duty on steel imports from Egypt and other countries. Ezz steel is a major employer in Egypt and has a production facility in Cairo. Egypt-based steelmaker Ezz Steel plans to challenge the European Commission's proposed imposition of a preliminary 15.6% anti-dumping duty 2025-03-24T00:00:00 South Africa: Minister Leads G20 Environment Working Group All Africa https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/South_Africa_Minister_Leads_G20_Environment_Working_Group https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Dr Dion George will this week lead the G20's Environment and Climate Sustainability Working Group (ECSWG) as part of South Africa's Presidency of G20. Dr George is Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment. He is responsible for forestry, fisheries and environment. Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, will this week lead the Group of Twenty (G20) Environment and Climate Sustainability Working Group (ECSWG) as part of South Africa'...[+24 chars] 2025-03-24T00:00:00 EDISON INTERNATIONAL (NYSE: EIX) DEADLINE ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Edison International Investors of Upcoming Deadline Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/EDISON_INTERNATIONAL_NYSE_EIX_DEADLINE_ALERT_Bernstein_Liebh https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Bernstein Liebhard LLP reminds Edison International Investors of upcoming deadline for upcoming investments. Edison International (NYSE: EIX) has a deadline of March 31, 2018.  eix has a market value of $2.7 billion. EDISON INTERNATIONAL (NYSE: EIX) DEADLINE ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Edison International Investors of Upcoming Deadline 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Making ESG count: Substance over spin The Jakarta Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/Making_ESG_count_Substance_over_spin https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Indonesia advances environmental, social and governance integration in its financial sector guided by the Sustainable Finance Roadmap of the Financial Services Authority (OJK). The road map's phase 2 (2021-2025) nears its end and it's a critical question. A s climate pressures rise, Indonesia advances environmental, social and governance (ESG) integration in its financial sector, guided by the Sustainable Finance Roadmap of the Financial Services Autho...[+110 chars] 2025-03-24T00:00:00 PrairieSky Royalty Announces Conference Call for Q1 2025 Results Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/24/PrairieSky_Royalty_Announces_Conference_Call_for_Q1_2025_Res https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en PrairieSky will release its Q1 2025 results on Monday, April 14, 2025 after markets close and will be followed by a conference call.    . (Alberta, March 24, 2025) "CALGARY, Alberta , March 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PrairieSky will release its Q1 2025 results on Monday, April 14, 2025 after markets close." 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Climate One: Is ESG BS? https://www.mainepublic.org/show/2-pm-public-affairs-programs/2025-03-24/climate-one-is-esg-bs https://www.mainepublic.org/apple-touch-icon.png US en Auden Schendler spent 25 years running sustainability programs at Aspen One, the company that owns one of the highest-end resorts in the world. He argues that those pushing corporate sustainability programs are living a 'big green lie' and are responsible for climate change. "Bangor Studio/Membership Department63 Texas Ave.Bangor, ME 04401Lewiston Studio1450 Lisbon St.Lewiston, ME 04240Portland Studio323 Marginal WayPortland, ME 04101Registered 501(c)(3) EIN: 22-3171529 © ...[+818 chars]" 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Europe stays on course for sustainable finance Audrey Somnard https://journal.lu/en/europe-stays-course-sustainable-finance https://journal.lu/sites/default/files/styles/meta/public/upload/media/image/2022-07/Urban%20Farming220711-17.jpg?h=6c21ced7&itok=JFakuooo LU en "Some of the biggest names in finance in the United States have announced they are pulling out of the ecological transition in favour of ""competitiveness"". Michael Halling, professor of finance and holder of the chair in sustainable finance at the University of Luxembourg is surprised by this about-turn. Adrien Dumas, Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at Mandarine Gestion in France is not surprised." "Some of the biggest names in finance in the United States have announced that they are pulling out of the ecological transition in favour of ""competitiveness"". We interviewed professionals in the sect...[+2084 chars]" 2025-03-24T00:00:00 Despite the US shift, Luxembourg's finance stays on track for sustainability Audrey Somnard https://journal.lu/en/despite-us-shift-luxembourgs-finance-stays-track-sustainability https://journal.lu/sites/default/files/styles/meta/public/upload/media/image/2022-07/Urban%20Farming220711-17.jpg?h=6c21ced7&itok=JFakuooo LU en "Some of the biggest names in finance in the United States have announced they are pulling out of the ecological transition in favour of ""competitiveness"". Michael Halling, professor of finance and holder of the chair in sustainable finance at the University of Luxembourg is surprised by this about-turn. Adrien Dumas, Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at Mandarine Gestion in France is not surprised." "Some of the biggest names in finance in the United States have announced that they are pulling out of the ecological transition in favour of ""competitiveness"". We interviewed professionals in the sect...[+2084 chars]" 2025-03-23T22:39:00 Tourism goes green Molpasorn Shoowong https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2985808/tourism-goes-green https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250324/c1_2985808_700.jpg TH en Tourism is responsible for 8% of the world's total carbon emissions. Thailand aims for carbon neutrality by 2050. Phuket-based Sustainable Tourism Development Foundation promotes four pillars of sustainability. Minor International operates 562 hotels and service suites in 58 countries and 2,699 restaurant outlets in 24 nations. "Tourism is not only a major driver of Thailand's economy, but also an avenue to transform the country into a sustainable destination for locals and visitors. According to Sustainable Travel Internatio...[+6794 chars]" 2025-03-23T22:03:54 Only fit, proper persons can operate in capital market Benjamin Umuteme https://blueprint.ng/only-fit-proper-persons-can-operate-in-capital-market-sec https://blueprint.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/SEC-NIGERIA-badge.png NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper individuals are permitted to operate in Nigeria's capital market. The National Assembly has passed the new Investment and Securities Act and the Bill is going through an administrative process to get the President's assent. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper individuals are permitted to operate in Nigeria's capital market to enhance investor pro...[+3232 chars] 2025-03-23T20:04:00 Dino Parque Lourinhã distinguished with ESG award https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-03-23/dino-parque-lourinha-distinguished-with-esg-award/96404 https://d1mnxluw9mpf9w.cloudfront.net/media/1742641831/DinoParque--2.JPG PT en Dino Parque Lourinhã was recognised with the ESG 2023 award under the Tourism 360° Companies Programme of Turismo de Portugal. The main initiatives of the company are: Reducing carbon footprint, promoting local economy, valuing employees, ensuring a respectful and inclusive work environment, and adopting measures for the preservation of the surrounding ecosystem. "Read today's Portuguese stories delivered to your email. Dino Parque Lourinhã was distinguished with the ESG 2023 award, awarded under the Tourism 360° Companies Programme of Turismo de Portugal. By T...[+4744 chars]" 2025-03-23T17:39:02 SEC to clamp down on unfit market operators The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4207746/sec-to-clamp-down-on-unfit-market-operators.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en SEC has pledged to ensure that only individuals who meet rigorous ethical and professional standards are allowed to operate in Nigerias. The SEC to clamp down on unfit market operators.  The Nation newspaper reports that SEC wants to improve investor protection in Nigeria and make it easier for them to do business there. pledges stronger investor protection The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has pledged to ensure that only individuals who meet rigorous ethical and professional standards are allowed to operat...[+136 chars] 2025-03-23T17:21:00 Should fund managers' salaries be linked to annual performance of funds? Dipak Mondal https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2025/Mar/23/should-fund-managers-salaries-be-linked-to-annual-performance-of-funds https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-03-23%2Fmk649sqq%2Fmutual-fund.jpeg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en The Chinese Securities Regulatory Commission proposed 50% salary cuts for fund managers whose funds underperform their benchmarks by 10% or more annually. The industry is not in favour of penalising fund managers for short-term underperformance. Value Research's Dhirendra Kumar suggests using rolling 1, 3, or 5-year performance data to determine remuneration. The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC), the Chinese equivalent of Sebi, has surprised the global fund management industry by proposing salary cuts of up to 50% for fund managers whose funds...[+3387 chars] 2025-03-23T16:38:31 NESG seeks to empower women Dooyum Naadzenga https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4207638/nesg-seeks-to-empower-women.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Nigeria Economic Summit Group, NESG has announced plans to host a transformative webinar to empower women. The webinar titled Leadership Beyond Titles: Empowering Women to Influence through Action takes place on March 26. This event challenges women, according to NESG. By Dooyum Naadzenga The Nigerian Economic Summit Group, NESG has announced plans to host a transformative webinar to empower women. The webinar titled Leadership Beyond Titles: Empowering Women to Inf...[+299 chars] 2025-03-23T16:03:00 Elon Musk may have just extended an olive branch to Mark Cuban Samuel O’Brient https://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/article302632324.html https://www.mcclatchy-wires.com/incoming/egu19y/picture273634600/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1140/ce1137a3-9245-42d3-861e-b09e4552cc08 US en Elon Musk is helping run the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). He's received a lot of criticism from people who don't see DOGE's actions as being in the nation's best interest. One of the most vocal and best-known critics is Mark Cuban. Cuban is open to working with Musk, but it's difficult to predict what he will do. If you follow technology news closely, or simply scroll through X on a regular basis, you've probably picked up on the tension between two of the tech sector's most prominent leaders: Elon Musk and Ma...[+4113 chars] 2025-03-23T16:00:00 Climate risk reporting could stop investors from walking Alice Peacock https://newsroom.co.nz/2025/03/24/climate-risk-reporting-could-stop-investors-from-walking https://i0.wp.com/newsroom.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GettyImages-1397822853-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1707&ssl=1 NZ en 60 percent of NZX50 companies are including the risk of climate change in their financial statements. This is a 44 percent jump since 2021 and makes New Zealand the global leader. There is consultation on a potential row-back on NZ's broader climate disclosures regime. "Business leaders are being urged to look at climate-related risk analysis and reporting as strategic work that will encourage investment. A new report from the Chartered Accountants Australia and New ...[+294 chars]" 2025-03-23T14:57:35 No hiding place for fraudsters in capital market Joseph Inokotong https://tribuneonlineng.com/no-hiding-place-for-fraudsters-in-capital-market-sec-dg https://tribuneonlineng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/AGAMA-PIX.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper individuals are permitted to operate in Nigeria's capital market to enhance investor protection. The National Assembly has passed the new Investment and Securities Act and the Bill is going through an administrative process to get the President's assent. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that only fit and proper individuals are permitted to operate in Nigeria's capital market to enhance investor pro...[+3806 chars] 2025-03-23T14:54:00 Lauren Harper: Secrecy gives the government control. FOIA can restore the power imbalance https://www.cleburnetimesreview.com/opinion/lauren-harper-secrecy-gives-the-government-control-foia-can-restore-the-power-imbalance/article_7a97893f-e39c-4278-bcc2-d18eb7fcd246.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/cleburnetimesreview.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/14/b1485f73-9b1f-4ee0-80ca-9426176af286/67dc2c9e2ba51.image.jpg?crop=600%2C315%2C0%2C278 US en Excessive government secrecy prevents the public from meaningfully participating in self-government in every area secrecy touches, from domestic policy discussions on climate change to foreign policy debates around international aid. It also denies or ignores FOIA requests and deletes data from websites, which is a violation of human rights. "Excessive government secrecy takes many forms, including denying or ignoring FOIA requests and deleting data from websites. These tactics prevent the public from meaningfully participating in self-gov...[+142 chars]" 2025-03-23T14:35:53 SEBI Panel Soon To Work On Conflict Of Interest Rules For Board Members: Report https://zeenews.india.com/economy/sebi-panel-soon-to-work-on-conflict-of-interest-rules-for-board-members-report-2876272.html https://english.cdn.zeenews.com/sites/default/files/2025/03/23/1706645-health-home-1.jpg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is forming a high-level committee to work on updating the framework of conflict of interest for its board members. The panel is likely to ask members to make disclosures like movable or immovable property and other assets. The new SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey had said that the regulator will reveal any conflict of interests of board members to improve trust and transparency. New Delhi: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is likely to constitute a high-level committee soon to work on updating framework of conflict of interest for its board members. The panel ...[+1745 chars] 2025-03-23T13:38:45 Ocado waters down ethnic minority targets as bosses go cold on DEI Hannah Boland https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ocado-waters-down-ethnic-minority-133845306.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Vc3fTvVXnzVte1Hau6_MKw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NTA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_telegraph_258/0122889b72884f4e38f4c9b05dfd929f US en Ocado has watered down its diversity targets to get more ethnic minority people into senior management roles. It comes as a growing wave of companies rein in so-called diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies following a crackdown by Donald Trump in the US. It follows concerns over Ocado's losses at the technology company. "Ocado has watered down targets to get more ethnic minority people into senior roles amid a wider rollback of diversity initiatives within corporate Britain. The London-listed technology company, which...[+2937 chars]" 2025-03-23T13:00:19 It's AGM time, season of free sandwiches and protest fireworks Julia Kollewe https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/mar/23/its-agm-time-season-of-free-sandwiches-and-protest-fireworks https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/31b7fbd44ad81c706245436ab601b996bc6f59c0/988_28_7270_4362/master/7270.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdG8tZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=14a8dddd0ffd6e74549361d521b90cb0 GB en BP will host its AGM in Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, for the second year in a row. The company is in the crosshairs over the U-turn it has made on its green ambitions, while investing $10bn a year in new oil and gas projects. It will also be coming under fire from angry shareholders over its poor share performance. The return of Donald Trump to the White House has changed the picture significantly since last year's AGM season. The leafy surroundings of Sunbury-on-Thames in Surrey will provide an unlikely backdrop for potentially one of the most explosive events of an intriguing shareholder meeting season, as corporate Brita...[+4605 chars] 2025-03-23T12:37:16 Book Fair: Sustainability Books for Young Readers Vinod Bavishi https://patch.com/pennsylvania/newtown-pa/calendar/event/20250323/14342f33-b6b4-4a99-8f88-27e00082c75a/book-fair-sustainability-books-for-young-readers https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/27022729/20250323/082852/esgbestreads-logo___23082849938.jpg US en ESG Best Reads Bookstore is hosting a book fair on March 23, 2025 from 10 am to 7 pm at 195 Nassau St., Basement Level. It is located one block east of the Thomas Sweet Ice Cream store. The fair will offer children's books for elementary school students and adults' books for purchase. "I am reaching out on behalf of ESG Best Reads Bookstore, an ESG focused (environmental / social / governance) new bookstore in Princeton. We have a vast collection of newly published books available f...[+956 chars]" 2025-03-23T12:36:00 Why companies are quietly abandoning their climate ambitions Eoin Burke-Kennedy https://www.irishtimes.com/business/economy/2025/03/23/why-companies-are-quietly-abandoning-their-climate-ambitions https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/A4JNPWBIRNDUZBRRXWJUHAKE3Q.jpg?smart=true&auth=fcb9114515b9e0a03af56ef5fdc50a280014ae65d6158469dff2a413837838e6&width=1200&height=630 IE en Volkswagen's emissions cheating scandal heightened scepticism about corporate green agendas. BP's new boss is dismantling Bernard Looney's green agenda. BP has lost ground to rivals Shell and ExxonMobil, which never made the same climate pledges and pursued greater oil and gas production. Volkswagen has the dubious honour of presiding over the biggest greenwashing scandal in corporate history. In 2015, the German car manufacturer was found to have intentionally rigged its emissions tes...[+5422 chars] 2025-03-23T11:30:00 Midlands Voices: Businesses have more responsibilities than making money Mike McMeekin https://omaha.com/opinion/column/article_c76496db-3d57-4cfb-a20b-0b44733b776f.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/omaha.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/76/c76496db-3d57-4cfb-a20b-0b44733b776f/67dca11526d6a.preview.jpg?crop=960%2C504%2C0%2C17 US en Mike McMeekin is a business leader in the Omaha area. John Murante's article in the World Herald suggests that businesses should put environmental, social, and governance issues before financial returns. Mike believes that business leaders should look out for the long-term success of their companies. "Mike McMeekin John Murante's Midlands Voices in the March 16 edition of the World Herald suggests that businesses are better off by putting their heads in the sand regarding the impact of their busine...[+3109 chars]" 2025-03-23T11:00:03 Major banks are unexpectedly getting rid of a critical position across the industry: 'It's a tough time' Elijah McKee https://www.yahoo.com/news/major-banks-unexpectedly-getting-rid-110003649.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/_YpDKYqTxisLMbuNEzMTPg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/d056bcda6612fa265f75bef944626275 US en Wells Fargo, Barclays, Standard Chartered, and HSBC have cut or reshuffled their sustainability staffs. The trend is a result of political headwinds and a backlash from Republican politicians in the U.S. The banks talked the sustainability talk but are caving to the current political situation. "Sustainability staff were becoming commonplace at big banks, but a new trend is emerging that shows many are disinvesting from filling these crucial roles, according to the Financial Times. The jobs t...[+2855 chars]" 2025-03-23T10:33:00 Disney reveals major decision in anti-DEI proposal Fernanda Tronco https://www.capjournal.com/arena/finance/disney-reveals-major-decision-in-anti-dei-proposal/article_6a3996e1-2464-5df7-a0e0-1c99a1b7df6c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/capjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/16/f16f8cea-c0fa-5d51-b228-e1044679ff77/67dfe79e14a32.image.jpg?crop=1200%2C630%2C0%2C22 US en Disney prides itself on being an inclusive company. It has created multiple inclusion initiatives and policies to prove its commitment to diversity and inclusion across all its business sectors. Disney has been a leader in promoting LGBTQIA+ issues for over twenty years.   "Disney prides itself on being an inclusive company and has been quite outspoken about its commitment to diversity and inclusion across all its business sectors. It has also created multiple inclusion ...[+137 chars]" 2025-03-23T09:04:35 OGGN Urges Minister Gail Teixeira to Address UN Concerns on Access to Information Act Letters https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/03/23/oggn-urges-minister-gail-teixeira-to-address-un-concerns-on-access-to-information-act-2 https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2017/11/letters-4-150x150.jpg GY en The Oil and Gas Governance Network Guyana (OGGNG) is concerned about the lack of transparency regarding the tax payments made by the Government of Guyana on behalf of the oil companies. OGNG and Transparency Institute Guyana Inc. (TIGI) used the Access to Information Act to obtain relevant information regarding the Government's tax payments to ExxonMobil, Hess and CNOOC. The Act was passed under the presidency of Bharrat Jagdeo to promote transparency and accountability. "Dear Editor, In a series of letters published in the Sunday editions of Kaieteur News (February 16 & 23, March 2 & 9, 2025), the Oil and Gas Governance Network Guyana (OGGN) informed the Guyanese publ...[+5751 chars]" 2025-03-23T08:56:43 Three Days Left Until Games Workshop Group PLC (LON:GAW) Trades Ex-Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/three-days-left-until-games-085643577.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cfafcd130e35225fcd8d960b16eecab0 US en Games Workshop Group PLC (LON:GAW) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in 3 days. The company's next dividend payment will be UK£1.00 per share. Last year, the company distributed UK£5.40 to shareholders. It has a trailing yield of 3.7% on the current stock price of UK£144.40. Its dividend payout ratio is 77% of profit, which means the company is paying out a majority of its earnings. It paid out 85% of its free cash flow as dividends, which is within usual limits. It's encouraging to see Games Workshop Group has grown its earnings rapidly, up 21% a year Games Workshop Group PLC (LON:GAW) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in 3 days. The ex-dividend date is two business days before a company's record date in most cases, which is the date on which the...[+4589 chars] 2025-03-23T07:55:28 KIB's AGM approves 5% cash dividend and 5% bonus shares for the year 2024 https://www.albawaba.com/business/pr/kibs-agm-approves-5-cash-dividend-and-5-1601910 https://www.albawaba.com/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2025-03/Image%204.jpeg?itok=X-_cH3Rk JO en Kuwait International Bank held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Extraordinary General Meeting on Thursday, 20 March 2025. 76.6% of shareholders were in attendance. The AGM approved the agenda items of both the ordinary and extraordinary General Assembly meetings. For the year ended 31 December 2024, KIB Group recorded a net profit attributable to shareholders of KD 23.1 million, reflecting a 21% year-over-year growth. The operating income increased by 26% compared to 2023, reaching KD 91.4 million in 2024. Kuwait International Bank (KIB) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on Thursday, 20 March 2025, with 76.6% of shareholders in attendance. The AGM approved the...[+11709 chars] 2025-03-23T06:44:31 Xenergi Commits To Gas Utilisation Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4206797/xenergi-commits-to-gas-utilisation.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The management of Xenergi Limited has expressed dedication to optimise asset management that will lead to enhanced gas production in its areas of operations in Delta State. The firm is responding to media reports crediting a statement from Axxela Limited with allegations that the company is involved in a land dispute between them. The management of Xenergi Limited has expressed dedication to optimise asset management that will lead to enhanced gas production in its areas of operations in Delta State. The firm, while responding ...[+184 chars] 2025-03-23T06:29:57 Xenergi Commits To Gas Utilisation Chika Izuora https://leadership.ng/xenergi-commits-to-gas-utilisation https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Zenergi-Limited.jpg NG en The management of Xenergi Limited has expressed dedication to optimise asset management that will lead to enhanced gas production in its areas of operations in Delta State. The firm is committed to working collaboratively with community leaders, authorities, and stakeholders to ensure a peaceful resolution of the land dispute between Axxela Limited and its host communities. "The management of Xenergi Limited has expressed dedication to optimise asset management that will lead to enhanced gas production in its areas of operations in Delta State. The firm, while responding ...[+1333 chars]" 2025-03-23T06:12:15 Dividend Investors: Don't Be Too Quick To Buy Randstad N.V. (AMS:RAND) For Its Upcoming Dividend Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/dividend-investors-dont-too-quick-061215560.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7a9997715da94a925bc3a3ecccf9d032 US en Randstad N.V. (AMS:RAND) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The company's next dividend payment will be €1.62 per share. Last year, Randstad paid out 248% of its profit to shareholders in the form of dividends. Randstad has delivered an average of 2.3% per year annual increase in its dividend payments for the past 10 years. Its earnings per share have declined by 27% a year for the last 5 years. It looks like Randstad N.V. (AMS:RAND) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend date is usually set to be two business days before the record date, which is the cut-off date on w...[+4797 chars] 2025-03-23T06:00:13 Kemi Badenoch accused of breaking pledge to Tory MPs of net zero by 2050 Helm https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/mar/23/kemi-badenoch-accused-of-breaking-pledge-to-tory-mps-of-net-zero-by-2050 https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/cf86827226154c0682da9addbb352531d662d077/0_125_3540_2124/master/3540.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdG8tZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=6578af4f180f0576f568253a591901ea GB en Kemi Badenoch broke a promise to Tory MPs during her leadership campaign by abandoning the party's commitment to reaching net zero by 2050. Chris Skidmore, who served as a government minister between 2016 and 2020, said she had made a similar promise to a group of Tory MPs and other Conservatives at a leadership hustings in 2022. "Kemi Badenoch has been accused of breaking a promise made to Tory MPs during her leadership campaign after abandoning the party's commitment to reaching net zero by 2050. Speaking to the Observer, Chr...[+5428 chars]" 2025-03-23T05:56:31 Cosy Climate Consensus Collapses David Turver https://davidturver.substack.com/p/cosy-climate-consensus-collapses https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F89580380-7332-490c-bea4-999594ef3d14_1024x768.jpeg US en A decade ago, the leaders of the three main parties, David Cameron, Nick Clegg and Ed Miliband signed a pledge to cut carbon dioxide emissions and install 'low carbon' energy systems. The first block of the tower was removed in September 2023 when Rishi Sunak announced plans to water down some of the most draconian measures. Nigel Farage removed more blocks when Reform became the only main party to fight the last election on a platform of scrapping Net Zero. Last week, Kemi Badenoch abandoned the Tory Party's commitment to Net Zero by 2050. The reaction from the Green Blob has been fierce. A decade ago, the leaders of the three main parties, David Cameron, Nick Clegg and Ed Miliband signed their pledge (Figure 1) that effectively took climate and energy policy out of the democratic proc...[+6629 chars] 2025-03-23T05:30:07 Treasury secretary declares war on 'politically driven' financial regulation: Is this the end of ESG overreach? Tags https://www.naturalnews.com/2025-03-23-treasury-secretary-war-on-political-financial-regulation.html https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2025/03/Scott-Bessent-2.jpg US en "Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has refocused the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) away from ""politically driven"" oversight and toward promoting economic growth. The administration is cutting federal bureaucracy, such as the Small Business Administration's (SBA's) plan to reduce its workforce by 43%." "Treasury secretary declares war on 'politically driven' financial regulation: Is this the end of ESG overreach? U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is steering the Financial Stability Oversight Coun...[+8000 chars]" 2025-03-23T04:30:26 Making ESG count: Substance over spin Yosea Iskandar https://www.thejakartapost.com/opinion/2025/03/24/making-esg-count-substance-over-spin.html https://img.jakpost.net/c/2025/02/05/2025_02_05_159937_1738734517._large.jpg ID en As climate pressures rise, Indonesia advances environmental, social and governance (ESG) integration in its financial sector, guided by the Sustainable Finance Roadmap of the Financial Services Authority (OJK). In the European Union, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) mandates that companies apply new rules for reports published in 2025. In the United States, the SEC finalized rules to enhance and standardize climate-related disclosures. s climate pressures rise, Indonesia advances environmental, social and governance (ESG) integration in its financial sector, guided by the Sustainable Finance Roadmap of the Financial Services Authori...[+7510 chars] 2025-03-23T02:30:00 Enterprise Ireland has a new strategy that's all about delivering for Ireland Kevin Sherry https://www.independent.ie/business/irish/enterprise-ireland-has-a-new-strategy-thats-all-about-delivering-for-ireland/a1092016296.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/RAmk1j04ulQKQX0kVIz5j9J7AP4=/0x16:2916x1960/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/7556aa6b-85ff-480a-adb9-538daa7c274e/fe030dfa-6feb-44d7-b09f-9e764fa9b829/7556aa6b-85ff-480a-adb9-538daa7c274e.jpg IE en Enterprise Ireland's new five-year strategy is Delivering for Ireland, Leading Globally (2025-2029). It positions export-focused companies as the primary driver of the Irish economy in the medium to long-term. In the start phase, Enterprise Ireland plans to support 1,000 new start-ups and 1,700 additional Irish-owned exporters. By the end of 2029, it is targeted that 275,000 people will be directly employed in EI-supported companies. "Partner content Accelerating sustainable Irish business and helping exporters propel the economy is at the core of Enterprise Ireland's ambitious new five-year strategy. The strategy – Delivering for ...[+3909 chars]" 2025-03-23T00:12:57 Sports Toto Berhad (KLSE:SPTOTO) Stock Goes Ex-Dividend In Just Three Days Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/sports-toto-berhad-klse-sptoto-001257660.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/e802f13e850bddcb47ade82f6ffd147a US en Sports Toto Berhad (KLSE:SPTOTO) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next three days. The company's next dividend payment will be RM00.02 per share. It has a trailing yield of 5.7% on the current stock price of RM01.41. It paid out more than half of its earnings last year, which is a regular payout ratio for most companies. However, the company's earnings per share have remained effectively flat over the past five years. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Sports Toto Berhad (KLSE:SPTOTO) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next three days. Typical...[+4362 chars] 2025-03-23T00:03:49 CSE Global Limited (SGX:544) Is Up But Financials Look Inconsistent: Which Way Is The Stock Headed? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cse-global-limited-sgx-544-000349407.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cf3f0369cec0a4d8742d0cfe2fa44bae US en CSE Global's (SGX:544) stock price rose by 1.1% over the past week. CSE Global has a high Return on Equity (ROE) of 10%, similar to the industry average of 12%. However, the company's net income declined by 5.4%. The industry has grown its earnings at a rate of 15% in the last 5 years. The company's future payout ratio is expected to drop to 44%, which will increase its ROE to 14%. CSE Global's (SGX:544) stock up by 1.1% over the past week. Given that the stock prices usually follow long-term business performance, we wonder if the company's mixed financials could have any advers...[+4729 chars] 2025-03-23T00:00:00 The New Sustainability Playbook: 10 Questions For Business Leaders Paul Klein https://www.forbes.com/sites/pklein/2025/03/23/the-new-sustainability-playbook-10-questions-for-business-leaders https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67e018882bda5a4224fa27d2/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Trump administration's tariffs are taking effect. Business leaders need to decide whether to reduce investments in sustainability to save money in the short term or to preserve long-term value. Cutting back on emissions reductions, renewable energy, or supply chain resilience might lower costs now, but it also raises the risk of climate impacts, harm to reputation, and fines from regulations. "Melanie Nakagawa, Chief Sustainability Officer Microsoft, at talking about ""Accelerating climate ... More solutions with AI"" on November 16, 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal. The negative impacts of the Trump...[+7054 chars]" 2025-03-23T00:00:00 Thames Water rescue deal threatened by missing assets The Daily Telegraph https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/23/Thames_Water_rescue_deal_threatened_by_missing_assets https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en """The board has to advance to the due diligence quickly but this makes that much harder. How do you put a value on the company if you don't know what it owns?” asks the board member. “It's very difficult to do that." """ The board has to advance to the due diligence quickly but this makes that much harder. How do you put a value on the company if you don't know what it owns? """ 2025-03-23T00:00:00 It's AGM time, season of free sandwiches and protest fireworks The Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/23/It_s_AGM_time_season_of_free_sandwiches_and_protest_firework https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Next month, BP will host its annual general meeting in Sunbury-on-Thames in Surrey. The 2025 AGM season is set to be a tough one for responsible investors, as corporate Britain grapples with a rapidly shifting geopolitical backdrop. BP's AGM will be one of the most explosive events of the season. The leafy surroundings of Sunbury-on-Thames in Surrey will provide an unlikely backdrop for potentially one of the most explosive events of an intriguing shareholder meeting season, as corporate Brita...[+192 chars] 2025-03-23T00:00:00 SEBI may extend mainboard-like compliance, disclosure rules to SMEs Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/23/SEBI_may_extend_mainboardlike_compliance_disclosure_rules_to https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SEBI is set to introduce stricter rules on post-listing obligations and disclosures. The LODR side of regulations will be out soon to further rein in SME manipulations. The ecosystem is still weak in terms of investor protection and needs more safeguards. After tightening rules for listing and eligibility of SME public issues, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is set to introduce stricter rules on post-listing obligations and disclosure...[+326 chars] 2025-03-23T00:00:00 Meet the boardroom best who hold the line in turbulent times The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/23/Meet_the_boardroom_best_who_hold_the_line_in_turbulent_times https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en President Trump's use of tariffs and his disregard of free-market principles is affecting the corporate world. Board members are having to address issues related to geopolitical shifts, tariffs and regulatory questions over DEI and ESG, which is part of the volatility rocking the world. President Trump's bonfire of the initialisms — in particular DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) and ESG (environmental, social and governance-based investing) — is just part of the volatility rocki...[+310 chars] 2025-03-23T00:00:00 Startups That Set Out to Fix the Climate Are Now Talking About Jet Fighters Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/23/Startups_That_Set_Out_to_Fix_the_Climate_Are_Now_Talking_Abo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A generation of companies that promised to wean the economy off fossil fuels are revamping their pitches to be more in tune with the zeitgeist. They are trying to appeal to a younger generation of people who are more interested in the future of the economy than the past. A generation of companies that launched in recent years promising to wean the economy off fossil fuels are revamping their pitch to be more in tune with the zeitgeist. 2025-03-23T00:00:00 Kemi Badenoch accused of breaking pledge to Tory MPs of net zero by 2050 The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/23/Kemi_Badenoch_accused_of_breaking_pledge_to_Tory_MPs_of_net__n https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en MPs claim during her 2022 party leadership campaign she promised them she was committed to green targets. She did not, according to the MPs. She has not commented on the claims.    in response to the claims made by them. MPs claim during her 2022 party leadership campaign she promised them she was committed to green targets 2025-03-23T00:00:00 America First At The Cost Of Climate Action. A Cautionary Note For Business Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/23/America_First_At_The_Cost_Of_Climate_Action_A_Cautionary_Not https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Businesses wonder whether to stay the course on climate action. Backtracking on climate initiatives can hurt the bottom line. Intentional and transparent action can help business. .   ""Intentional"" and ""transparent"" actions can help." Business wonder whether to stay the course on climate action. Backtracking on climate initiatives can hurt the bottom line. Intentional and transparent action can help. 2025-03-23T00:00:00 US Treasury Department's decision to halt beneficial ownership rule sparks concern over national security and ... Blitz https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/23/US_Treasury_Department_s_decision_to_halt_beneficial_ownersh https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The US Treasury Department will not enforce a crucial provision of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which requires both domestic and foreign companies to disclose their true owners. The move has drawn widespread criticism from transparency advocates and financial watchdogs. CTA was part of President Trump's agenda to unleash American prosperity and reduce burdensome regulations. In a move that has drawn widespread criticism from transparency advocates and financial watchdogs, the US Treasury Department has announced that it will not enforce a crucial provision of the Corporat...[+230 chars] 2025-03-22T23:48:21 Transformative Impact of Extremist Statements on Tesla's Reputation archyde https://www.archyde.com/transformative-impact-of-extremist-statements-on-teslas-reputation https://mediacdn.libertatea.ro/unsafe/190x190/smart/filters:format(webp):contrast(8):quality(75)/https://www.libertatea.ro/wp-content/uploads/feed/images/192_fac8a8d683edf2c5a5faef8d15acfa2b.jpg US en Tesla's stock has taken a significant hit and investors are seeking accountability. Ross Gerber, who owns over 250,000 shares, has publicly criticized the company's Board of Directors for their handling of Elon Musk's activities, notably his acquisition of Twitter (now X). Gerber's concerns center around the perceived erosion of Tesla's brand value and the impact of Musk's public statements. Christopher Tsai, a major shareholder, voiced strong opposition to any attempts to oust Musk from his position as CEO. "The debate intensifies among Tesla's stakeholders as the company navigates turbulent waters, facing both financial headwinds and controversies surrounding CEO Elon Musk. Gerber Calls for Change: 'Negl...[+5158 chars]" 2025-03-22T23:00:55 Indian Tech Firms Lead CSR Spending in South West Regions ANI https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/south-west-india-lead-csr-spending-tech-firms-exceed-205 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en South and West India have witnessed more Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending by the technology companies in India compared to other regions. According to the report, 83% of tech companies reported more than 2% of their profits being allocated to CSR in FY23. Education, Healthcare, Poverty Eradication-Hunger Malnutrition, Environment and Sustainability were the leading segments where projects were initiated by the tech industry. 75 leading tech companies spent Rs 5,443 Crores on CSR during the Financial Year F(Y23) over FY22. New Delhi, March 22: South and West India have witnessed more Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending by the technology companies in India compared to other regions, with more companies spendin...[+2513 chars] 2025-03-22T22:17:28 Beach Energy Limited's (ASX:BPT) largest shareholders are retail investors who were rewarded as market cap surged AU$125m last week Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/beach-energy-limiteds-asx-bpt-221728247.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/fef15a04bcb8e7f05d317d73670619f7 US en Beach Energy Limited's (ASX:BPT) market cap rose by AU$125m last week. There are 14 shareholders with a majority stake in the company. The group that holds the biggest piece of the pie is retail investors with 48% ownership. Hedge funds don't have a meaningful investment in Beach Energy. The second and third largest shareholders hold about 4.8% and 4.5% of the stock. Insiders own AU$39m worth of shares. "Significant control over Beach Energy by retail investors implies that the general public has more power to influence management and governance-related decisions A total of 14 investors have a majorit...[+4734 chars]" 2025-03-22T21:48:22 Is GeneDx Holdings (WGS) The High Growth Low Debt Stock to Invest in Now? Shams Ul Zoha https://finance.yahoo.com/news/genedx-holdings-wgs-high-growth-214822594.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Fdda95DgVMFJRztwZNz0pQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/59f5e0462e2d7b80ecfab6610b52f17d US en GeneDx Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:WGS) is a genomics company specializing in personalized health insights to improve diagnosis, treatment, and drug discovery. Insider Monkey's quarterly newsletter's strategy selects 14 small-cap and large-cap stocks every quarter and has returned 373.4% since May 2014. "We recently published a list of . In this article, we are going to take a look at where GeneDx Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:WGS) stands against other high growth low debt stocks to invest in now. The global...[+5635 chars]" 2025-03-22T20:14:58 Hinchey, Shrestha among lawmakers urging state to divest from its Tesla shares Paul Kirby https://www.dailyfreeman.com/2025/03/22/hinchey-shrestha-among-lawmakers-urging-state-to-divest-from-its-tesla-shares https://www.dailyfreeman.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Tesla_Trump_Support_42031.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en Two Democratic state lawmakers are among those urging the state to cut financial ties with Elon Musk and his electric car company, Tesla Inc. State Sen. Michelle Hinchey and Assemblymember Sarahana Shrestha are among the legislators who signed a letter to state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli asking for the divestment of Tesla shares owned by the state pension fund. "KINGSTON, N.Y. — Two Ulster County Democratic state lawmakers are among those urging the state to cut financial ties with Elon Musk and his electric car company, Tesla Inc. State Sen. Michelle Hinchey...[+2827 chars]" 2025-03-22T20:04:16 MLB Removes References To Diversity From Careers Website: Here Are All The Companies Rolling Back DEI Programs Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/03/22/mlb-removes-references-to-diversity-from-careers-website-here-are-all-the-companies-rolling-back-dei-programs https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67df1799e345b4905945ad42/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=1962,1105,x0,y101,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Major League Baseball removed references to diversity from its careers webpage. Victoria's Secret is reevaluating a supplier diversity goal and halting a goal to promote a certain percentage of Black workers. Paramount will no longer use diversity targets tied to race or gender in hiring. Warner Bros. wants to rename its diversity programs to 'inclusion' and implement a uniform application process. Major League Baseball removed references to diversity from its careers webpage, the organization confirmed to the Associated Press, making the league the latest in a series of companies and organizati...[+24093 chars] 2025-03-22T18:08:31 Acting Deputy ECG MD's ‘inadvertent' appointment withdrawn https://www.myjoyonline.com/acting-deputy-ecg-mds-appointment-withdrawn https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ECG-1-732x424-1.jpg GH en John Ayiku Ocansey was appointed as the Acting Deputy Managing Director of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) on March 18th 2025. However, the earlier communication had been inadvertently issued and has since been withdrawn. The Ministry stressed that this new statement effectively replaces the previous letter. "The Energy Minister, John Jinapor has issued a clarification regarding the appointment of John Ayiku Ocansey as the Acting Deputy Managing Director. In a press statement issued on Saturday, March 18, ...[+1274 chars]" 2025-03-22T16:35:46 Sustainable growth isn't about numbers, it's about people https://www.myjoyonline.com/sustainable-growth-isnt-about-numbers-its-about-people-sam-jonah https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Sam-Jonah-1.jpg GH en Sir Sam Jonah is a former Chief Executive of AngloGold Ashanti and former Chancellor of the University of Gold Coast. He was speaking at the Gold Coast University Leadership Conversation in Accra on Saturday, March 22. He believes that for businesses to thrive, leadership must go beyond mere financial performance. A former Chief Executive of AngloGold Ashanti and former Chancellor of the University of Gold Coast, Sir Sam Jonah, says that true sustainable growth goes beyond financial figures and is ultimately ab...[+2454 chars] 2025-03-22T16:30:00 Tanzanian firms face April 2025 deadline for beneficial ownership disclosure https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/business/tanzanian-firms-face-april-2025-deadline-for-beneficial-ownership-disclosure-4975328 https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/resource/image/4975330/landscape_ratio3x2/1200/800/48393ceaf2d7bb75d8e6871113905130/eb/brela.jpg TZ en Tanzanian companies are supposed to file their beneficial ownership details by April 15, 2025 to comply with the regulations set by the Finance Act No. 8 of 2020. The deadline was extended to 31 December 2021 and has now been pushed further to 15 April 2025. Non-compliant companies will face penalties ranging from Sh5 million to Sh10 million. "Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian companies are supposed to file their beneficial ownership details by April 15, 2025 to comply with the regulations set by the Finance Act No. 8 of 2020. Otherwise, the compani...[+6040 chars]" 2025-03-22T15:14:41 The Green Factory Krishna Gupta https://www.millenniumpost.in/sundaypost/insight/the-green-factory-603418 https://www.millenniumpost.in/h-upload/2025/03/22/840327-net-zero-factory.jpg IN en There is a lot of activity in the group of people. They are looking for the source of the green light. There is a need to change the light of the scuffles and then look at the sources of the light. They will discuss it in more detail. Industrial and manufacturing processes in various sectors consume a lot of energy and are large emitters of greenhouse gases. According to an estimate by the World Economic Forum, the industrial secto...[+4305 chars] 2025-03-22T14:37:37 Prominent Tesla Shareholder Calls for Board to Remove Musk Jim Morley https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/musk-telsa-rossgerber/2025/03/22/id/1203911 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=3b87dd37-0242-492c-a16b-e50cbeda1624&SiteName=Newsmax US en Ross Gerber owns 250,000 shares of Tesla stock which was valued at over $428 a share in early January and closed at $240 a share on Friday. Gerber wants the board to oust CEO Elon Musk in light of the massive drop in value the car company has suffered the past month due to protests over the tech giant's outspoken role in the Trump administration. A prominent shareholder of Tesla has called for the board to oust CEO Elon Musk in light of the massive drop in value the car company has suffered the past month due to protests over the tech giant's ...[+2478 chars] 2025-03-22T13:20:20 Disney shareholders rejected a push to burn the company's LGBTQ scorecard Bruce Gil https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/disney-shareholders-rejected-a-push-to-burn-the-company-s-lgbtq-scorecard-b812bfef5f8c6169cedce03b2b7929ee2e07dcc6 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_675,pg_1,q_80,w_1200/26a57b00b5c61f02a12bbd9623809a0d.jpg FR en Disney shareholders rejected a proposal urging the company to withdraw from the Human Rights Campaign's (HRC) Corporate Equality Index. Elon Musk urges Tesla staffers to 'hang onto your stock' even though it has fallen 50% since the proposal was introduced at Disney's annual shareholder meeting. "In This Story DIS F LOW HOG Disney (DIS) shareholders overwhelmingly rejected a proposal urging the company to withdraw from the Human Rights Campaign's (HRC) Corporate Equality Index, a ranking that ...[+557 chars]" 2025-03-22T09:40:39 More economic blackouts planned: Nestlé boycott begins, Target continues. What to know South Coast TODAY https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/22/More_economic_blackouts_planned_Nestle_boycott_begins_Target_n https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BewkhuqUZXg/0.jpg US en Consumers are planning to boycott certain companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Activists are continuing to boycott companies that have retreated from diversity and equity initiatives. They want to remind them who has the power and to remind people that they have the power. Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know.Consumers are planning to boycott certain companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.Activists are co...[+74 chars] 2025-03-22T09:32:00 Welspun Corp to Delist From CSE, No Impact On Investors FPJ Web Desk https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/welspun-corp-to-delist-from-cse-no-impact-on-investors https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-03-22/nsvzp4j2/welspun-house.jpg IN en Welspun Corp Ltd announced on Friday, March 21, 2025, that its board has approved the voluntary delisting of its equity shares from the Calcutta Stock Exchange (CSE). The company's shares will continue to be listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange. The company reported a 127 per cent rise in net profit for the December 2024 quarter, reaching Rs 674.7 crore. However, revenue from operations fell by 23.9 per cent to Rs 3,613.5 crore. Welspun Corp Ltd announced on Friday, March 21, 2025, that its board has approved the voluntary delisting of its equity shares from the Calcutta Stock Exchange (CSE). The decision was taken under Regu...[+1221 chars] 2025-03-22T08:35:46 Essentra (LON:ESNT) Will Pay A Dividend Of £0.0155 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/essentra-lon-esnt-pay-dividend-083546827.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/b6651b02293f0a57ba2ad962c63e215d US en Essentra plc (LON:ESNT) will pay a dividend of £0.0155 per share on the 3rd of July. The dividend is in the average range for the industry at 2.7%. The company has cut the dividend at least once in the last 10 years. Since 2015, the dividend has gone from £.154/£0.028 to £.028. The company's earnings per share have shrunk at 23% a year over the past five years. The board of Essentra plc (LON:ESNT) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 3rd of July, with investors receiving £0.0155 per share. The dividend yield will be in the average range for the i...[+3186 chars] 2025-03-22T08:00:00 From 'absolutely critical' to 'should be repealed': Has industry turned on industrial carbon pricing? Robson Fletcher https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/industry-tone-shift-industrial-carbon-pricing-alberta-canada-1.7489182 https://i.cbc.ca/1.7489850.1742572835!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_1180/ceo-collage.jpg?im=Resize%3D620 CA en "Pierre Poilievre has long said a Conservative government would ""axe"" the carbon tax. The head of a major oilsands consortium called on him to clarify his position on industrial carbon pricing ten months ago. On Monday, he confirmed that the plan includes cutting the industrial carbon tax and eliminating the federal backstop on carbon pricing for large-scale emitters." "Nearly a year ago, the head of a major oilsands consortium called on Pierre Poilievre to clarify his position on industrial carbon pricing. The federal Conservative leader had vowed — loudly and repea...[+10319 chars]" 2025-03-22T07:46:06 Unlike the Minister of Government Affairs and Governance, OGGN has done its homework Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/03/22/unlike-the-minister-of-government-affairs-and-governance-oggn-has-done-its-homework https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2017/09/letters-12-150x150.jpg GY en OGGN has been highlighting the lack of transparency in tax payments made by the Government of Guyana on behalf of ExxonMobil, Hess, and CNOOC. OGGN has already obtained and reviewed the financial statements of the oil companies for the years 2020 to 2023. However, they cannot verify the accuracy of the reported figures without access to the tax certificates issued by the Guyana Revenue Authority. "Unlike the Minister of Government Affairs and Governance, OGGN has done its homework Dear Editor, Reference is made to a press release dated March 17, 2025, issued by the Department of Information, ti...[+6341 chars]" 2025-03-22T07:43:07 JPMorgan quietly renames DEI program as White House wages war on woke corporate policies James Franey https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/jpmorgan-quietly-renames-dei-program-as-white-house-wages-war-on-woke-9c8eceb6a119be8ddb2b4a9cb8ed65f14b9468c2 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/100859514.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1200 FR en "JPMorgan renames its Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion program DOI to ""Opportunity"" in a bid to skirt a crackdown on corporate policies that the Trump administration has called discriminatory and illegal. The bank plans to reduce training on DEI topics and ""some"" of its programs." "JPMorgan has quietly rebranded its DEI program — a possible bid to skirt a crackdown on woke corporate policies that the Trump administration has called discriminatory and illegal. The Jamie Dimon-led...[+595 chars]" 2025-03-22T07:14:06 Sustainable Tourism: Nigeria raised the bar on UN Climate Action Framework New Telegraph https://newtelegraphng.com/sustainable-tourism-nigeria-raised-the-bar-on-un-climate-action-framework https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-22-080026.png NG en Nigeria hosted its first netzero sporting event, SustainabiliTee Golf Greensome Tournament at the Ikoyi Club 1938. The tournament is in support of United Nations Sports For Climate Action Framework and advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals. Ex-international footballer, Jonathan Akoboboboye, played for Nigeria Super Eagles and won the U-17 World Cup. "Share Nigeria made history when it recently its first netzero sporting event known as SustainabiliTee Golf Greensome Tournament at the Ikoyi Club 1938. It was first conceivd over a decade ago under th...[+5755 chars]" 2025-03-22T06:44:00 How your ISA can save our planet (and it won't even you cost you anything) Bevis Watts https://metro.co.uk/2025/03/22/ethical-investments-isa-can-save-planet-wont-even-cost-anything-22726013 https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GettyImages-1164902290_1742568058.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=1200&h=630&crop=1 GB en Bevis Watts is CEO of UK's leading sustainable bank Triodos. She explains how you can align your finances towards a greener and fairer future with ethical savings and investments. She also explains why it's important to choose a sustainable bank and an investment Isa. While climate action stalls and diversity policies are rolled back across the world, Bevis Watts CEO of the UK's leading sustainable bank Triodos sheds light on how you can align your finances towards...[+9563 chars] 2025-03-22T06:13:01 Teixeira failed to address some core issues such as free access to information raised in OGGN's letter Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/03/22/opinion/letters/teixeira-failed-to-address-some-core-issues-such-as-free-access-to-information-raised-in-oggns-letter https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en OGGN has been highlighting the lack of transparency in tax payments made by the Government of Guyana on behalf of ExxonMobil, Hess and CNOOC. OGGN and other organizations tried to obtain relevant information on the flow of tax payments and other oil industry-related data from the Commissioner of Information, Justice Charles Ramson Sr., under the Access to Information Act 2011. Minister Teixeira did not address the core issues raised in the letter. She offered a lecture on how to obtain financial statements of oil companies from the Deeds and Commercial Registries Authority. "Dear Editor, Reference is made to a press release dated March 17, 2025, issued by the Department of Information, titled 'Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance Responds to OGGN.' Minister Ga...[+6818 chars]" 2025-03-22T05:53:20 Explained: How to check unclaimed assets in stocks and mutual funds in Digilocker The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/22/Explained_How_to_check_unclaimed_assets_in_stocks_and_mutual https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/22/[] US en "Sebi will implement measures from April 1, 2025 to reduce unclaimed assets in the securities market. These measures include handling unclaimed money.   . ""Sebit will implement the measures from April 1st, 2025. " Sebi will implement measures from April 1, 2025, to reduce unclaimed assets in the securities market. These include handling 2025-03-22T04:20:21 Enforcing Good Corporate Governance, Financial Reporting Kemi Filani https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4204725/enforcing-good-corporate-governance-financial-reporting.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Corporate governance is an essential pillar in enhancing investor confidence and ensuring the stability of financial markets. The legal foundations that provide for corporate governance are important for investors and for economic growth. The foundation of corporate governance is the legal framework that provides for the protection of investors' interests. Obinna Chima Corporate governance is an essential pillar in enhancing investor confidence and ensuring the stability of financial markets, as well as to support economic growth. The legal foundations ...[+35 chars] 2025-03-22T04:07:21 Amazon CEO Criticizes Manager Fiefdoms and Stresses the Need For 'Meritocracy Slashdot https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4204539/amazon-ceo-criticizes-manager-fiefdoms-and-stresses-the-need-for-meritocracy.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en "Amazon plans to increase the ratio of individual contributors to managers by 15% by March-end. CEO Andy Jassy has established a ""No Bureaucracy"" email alias that has received over a thousand suggestions, leading to more than 375 changes aimed at speeding operations." Amazon CEO Andy Jassy is pushing to cut bureaucracy by reducing management layers, according to a recording of a recent internal all-hands meeting obtained by Business Insider. Amazon plans to increas...[+650 chars] 2025-03-22T04:00:00 Elon Musk's six golden rules for insane productivity – do you do all of these at work? Andrew Papworth https://www.express.co.uk/news/us/2029507/Elon-musk-productivity-rules https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/img/dynamic/198/1200x630/6034294.jpg GB en Elon Musk has been appointed to run the Department of Government Effiency. He wrote an email to Tesla staff with productivity recommendations to make life run smoother. Mr Musk has built some of the world's most successful companies from scratch, including PayPal, Tesla, SpaceX and X. "Elon Musk wrote a hard-hitting email to Tesla staff with productivity recommendations Elon Musk has been causing controversy in the UK with his hard-hitting attacks on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer,...[+3968 chars]" 2025-03-22T03:56:22 一枚ESG人，怎麼在企業里「活」下去 新浪網 https://portal.sina.com.hk/technology/sina/2025/03/22/1145246/%E4%B8%80%E6%9E%9Aesg%E4%BA%BA%EF%BC%8C%E6%80%8E%E9%BA%BC%E5%9C%A8%E4%BC%81%E6%A5%AD%E9%87%8C%E3%80%8C%E6%B4%BB%E3%80%8D%E4%B8%8B%E5%8E%BB http://n.sinaimg.cn/spider20250322/762/w1000h562/20250322/d32c-22136ef7c3abcc2574fedffb40ca2163.jpg HK en ESG shares a photo of a deep-seated person looking for something to do with his/her life. It's 2025, and the person is looking for his or her lost soulmate. It's also 2025 and 3:13. "出品｜虎嗅ESG組 作者｜胡巍 頭圖｜虎嗅拍攝 本文是#ESG進步觀察#系列第122篇文章 本次觀察關鍵詞：ESG沙龍 ESG部門若想擺脫邊緣化，必須跨越「自證價值」的初級階段，成為連接戰略、業務與數據的樞紐。在這條路上，既需要老闆的格局、工具的升級，也需要ESG人自身的一場「領導力革命」。 2025年3月13日，虎嗅ESG組發起了主題為「ESG部門，如何在企業內部高效推進工作」的閉門沙龍。商道諮...[+4071 chars]" 2025-03-22T03:32:33 Sebi moots change in ESOP norms The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/business/sebi-moots-change-in-esop-norms-956125 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2025/03/22/1535268-esop.jpg IN en Sebi proposes a change in rules to allow startup founders to continue holding Employee Stock Option Plans even after their company goes public. This will provide relief to new-age technology companies who often receive ESOPs instead of cash-based salaries in the early years of their business. Mumbai: Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed a change in rules that will allow startup founders to continue holding Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) even after their company g...[+625 chars] 2025-03-22T02:22:52 IMPCA: Pioneering ESG Solutions Through Afforestation and Carbon Credits The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/business/impca-pioneering-esg-solutions-through-afforestation-and-carbon-credits-956107 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2025/03/22/1535251-impca.jpg IN en IMPCA has planted over 11 million trees across Central India in association with VNV. It has embarked on an ambitious project to plant an additional 20 million trees in Eastern India. IMPCA's carbon credit facilitation services provide a structured pathway for companies to meet their sustainability goals. As global regulatory frameworks tighten and sustainability reporting becomes integral to corporate strategy, businesses are under increasing pressure to achieve carbon neutrality. The rising demand fo...[+5060 chars] 2025-03-22T02:00:23 LeddarTech Receives NASDAQ Insufficiency Notice: Key Implications and Insights archyde https://www.archyde.com/leddartech-receives-nasdaq-insufficiency-notice-key-implications-and-insights https://leddartech.com/app/uploads/2025/03/Nasdaq-ldtc-1920-x-1080-px-3-1200x675.png US en LeddarTech Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: LDTC) received a deficiency notice from Nasdaq regarding non-compliance with listing requirements. The notice doesn't affect the listing of the company's shares, which continue to trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol 'LDTC'. "Nasdaq Deficiency Notice: A Closer Look LeddarTech Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: LDTC), a Quebec, Canada-based automotive software company specializing in AI-powered sensor fusion and perception technology, ...[+842 chars]" 2025-03-22T01:37:11 SIG Group AG (SCBGF) Gets a Hold from Kepler Capital Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sig-group-ag-scbgf-gets-a-hold-from-kepler-capital-1034504443 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Torsten Sauter from Kepler Capital maintained a Hold rating on SIG Group AG with a price target of CHF19.50. The company's shares closed last Friday at $20.46. The word on The Street suggests a Moderate Buy analyst consensus rating for the company with a $23.36 price target. In a report released on March 20, Torsten Sauter from Kepler Capital maintained a Hold rating on SIG Group AG (SCBGF – Research Report), with a price target of CHF19.50. The company's shares closed la...[+544 chars] 2025-03-22T01:36:02 Kepler Capital Reaffirms Their Sell Rating on Jeronimo Martins SGPS (0EXG) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/kepler-capital-reaffirms-their-sell-rating-on-jeronimo-martins-sgps-0exg-1034504459 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Inigo Egusquiza from Kepler Capital maintained a Sell rating on Jeronimo Martins SGPS with a price target of €17.15. The company's shares closed last Thursday at €19.28. The market cap is currently €12.57B and the P/E ratio is 19.54. In a report released on March 20, Inigo Egusquiza from Kepler Capital maintained a Sell rating on Jeronimo Martins SGPS (0EXG – Research Report), with a price target of €17.15. The company's shares cl...[+465 chars] 2025-03-22T00:21:00 L&T looks to raise Rs 12k crore through debt Reeba Zachariah https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/lt-looks-to-raise-rs-12k-crore-through-debt/articleshow/119318248.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-119318375,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-604025,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en L&T plans to raise Rs 12,000 crore through debt instruments. Subramanian Sarma, who currently leads the energy unit, was promoted to the position of deputy MD of the company. He will officially assume his new role on April 2. L&T has six of its executives on the board. "MUMBAI: L&T plans to raise Rs 12,000 crore through debt instruments for its financial requirements while announcing organisational modifications at the $27-billion company. It will explore non-convert...[+2373 chars]" 2025-03-22T00:00:00 Standing committee on finance calls for environmental, social and governance oversight body within ministry Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/22/Standing_committee_on_finance_calls_for_environmental_social https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Standing Committee on Finance has recommended the creation of a dedicated Environmental, Social, and Governance oversight body within the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to strengthen monitoring and enforcement of environmental and social issues.  Bhartruhari Mahtab is a member of the committee. The Standing Committee on Finance, led by BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab, has recommended the creation of a dedicated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) oversight body within the Ministry of Corpo...[+66 chars] 2025-03-22T00:00:00 Nestlé, Target freezes are happening now. Amazon, Walmart boycotts over DEI coming soon Hattiesburg American https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/22/Nestle_Target_freezes_are_happening_now_Amazon_Walmart_boyco_2 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Consumers are planning to boycott certain companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Advocacy groups are promoting boycotts of major corporations to encourage support for diversity and equity initiatives. This is not just another boycott, it's a boycott of DEI. Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know. Consumers are planning to boycott certain companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Advocacy group...[+131 chars] 2025-03-22T00:00:00 South and West India lead in CSR spending, tech firms exceed 2% mandate: Report Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/22/South_and_West_India_lead_in_CSR_spending_tech_firms_exceed_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending by the technology companies in South and West India compared to other regions. The report added that the leading companies in India spend more on CSR than the mandate of 2% per cent. . South and West India have witnessed more Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending by the technology companies in India compared to other regions, with more companies spending beyond the mandate ...[+118 chars] 2025-03-21T23:59:00 Director/PDMR Shareholding Mar. 21, 2025 23:59 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6065861 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Jason Elphick sold 9,301 ordinary shares of £0.01 each of OSB GROUP PLC on 21 March 2025 via nominee account. The transaction was made under Article 19 of the UK Market Abuse Regulation. The price was £4.571014 and the volume was £42,515. "LEI: 213800ZBKL9BHSL2K459 21 March 2025 OSB GROUP PLC (the Company) Notification of Transactions of Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities (PDMRs) The Company was notified that Jason Elphick ...[+2167 chars]" 2025-03-21T23:28:00 N.Y. government transparency groups celebrate 'Sunshine Week' in Albany https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny/politics/2025/03/21/n-y--government-transparency-groups-celebrate--sunshine-week--in-albany https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/ap-albany-capitol-dark_09292022 US en A coalition of groups that advocate for transparency and open government are urging passage of a handful of bills that would strengthen the state's Freedom of Information Laws during this year's celebration of Sunshine Week. Two of the bills they support just moved in the state Assembly. Two other bills, one to reduce agency FOIL response time and one to strengthen FOIL attorneys' fees have passed neither house. A coalition of groups that advocate for transparency and open government are urging passage of a handful of bills that would strengthen the state's Freedom of Information Laws during this year's celeb...[+1087 chars] 2025-03-21T22:20:37 GOGL – Changes to the Board composition Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/GOGL_Changes_to_the_Board_composition https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/[] US en Patrick De Brabandere and Patrick Molis have been appointed as Directors of the Company by the Board of Directors of Golden Ocean Group Limited (Nasdaq: GOGL & OSE: GogL). The Company is pleased to announce the appointment. Golden Ocean Group Limited (Nasdaq: GOGL & OSE: GOGL) ('GOGL' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce the appointment by the Board of Directors of Mr. Patrick De Brabandere and Mr. Patrick Molis as D...[+24 chars] 2025-03-21T22:08:25 Presidency moves to address concerns raised over annual dues payment Adamu Abuh https://guardian.ng/news/presidency-moves-to-address-concerns-raised-over-annual-dues-payment https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/princess_zahrah_mustapha_audu.png NG en The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) is holding a series of stakeholder engagements to examine the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN) and the annual dues and fees imposed on Public Interest Entities (PIEs). The sessions aimed to foster open discussions and collaborative problem-solving among key stakeholders to find a meaningful solution. "The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has waded into the issues raised by stakeholders regarding the payment of annual dues and fees by Public Interest Entities (PIEs). Direct...[+1436 chars]" 2025-03-21T21:55:50 Disney shareholders overwhelmingly vote to continue DEI rating from Human Rights Commission Blaze News https://www.theblaze.com/news/disney-shareholders-dei-vote-hrc https://www.theblaze.com/media-library/disney-shareholders-overwhelmingly-vote-to-continue-dei-rating-from-human-rights-commission.jpg?id=58401292&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C179%2C0%2C180 US en Disney shareholders voted against a proposal to end the company's participation in the Human Rights Commission's annual Corporate Equality Index. The index is based on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) rating. The proposal criticized Disney's involvement with transgender advocacy groups that sought to sow gender confusion in children and encourage irreversible surgical procedures on confused teens. "While other companies are rejecting DEI policies, the Disney corporation is going to continue following a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion rating from the Human Rights Commission. Shareholders of the ...[+2014 chars]" 2025-03-21T21:51:18 The Cannaisseur Group, Inc. Announces Amendment to Increase Authorized Share Capital to 500,000,000 Shares (Form 8-K) (Cannaisseur Group Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/The_Cannaisseur_Group_Inc_Announces_Amendment_to_Increase_Au https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uTeeLAdfcXE/0.jpg US en The Cannaisseur Group, Inc. Announces Amendment to Increase Authorized Share Capital to 500,000,000 Shares. The approval and official filing of this amendment mark a significant milestone for the Company. The Company's ticker symbol is TCRG. ")The Cannaisseur Group, Inc. Announces Amendment to Increase Authorized Share Capital to 500,000,000 SharesAtlanta, GA, March 21, 2025 - The Cannaisseur Group, Inc. (OTC Pink: TCRG) (""TCG"" or the ""Com...[+139 chars]" 2025-03-21T21:49:06 Oklahoma Debates How to Fight ESG, Amid AG-Treasurer Clash Fred Lucas https://www.dailysignal.com/2025/03/21/oklahoma-debates-how-to-fight-esg-amid-ag-treasurer-clash https://www.dailysignal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ESG-Oklahoma-385x200.jpg US en Oklahoma lawmakers advanced legislation that could 'gut' a three-year-old anti-ESG law. Heritage Action for America claims the bill would leave state taxpayers vulnerable to environmental, social, and governance-based investing. The 2022 Energy Discrimination Elimination Act bans state investments with companies that boycott or penalize energy companies for lawful action. A judge blocked the law permanently in July. The case is pending an appeal in the state Supreme Court. The state Senate bill would transfer enforcement authority to the state attorney general. Oklahoma lawmakers advanced legislation that could 'gut' a three-year-old anti-ESG law, and leave state taxpayers vulnerable to environmental, social, and governance-based investing, Heritage Action f...[+4366 chars] 2025-03-21T21:47:13 ESG compliance: driving better production, employment, and trade Kamran Arshad https://www.brecorder.com/news/40354140/esg-compliance-driving-better-production-employment-and-trade https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/67ddbf899df32.jpg PK en Only 46.28% of listed companies in Pakistan have ESG guidelines or policies in place. 80% of the value chain in Pakistan's textile industry is fragmented, with some vertically integrated players and many standalone SMEs. Fragmentation in value chain has led to job and income losses for women cotton pickers and farmers. The EU, UK and US are placing increasing emphasis on traceability to ensure sustainable sourcing. A survey by the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG) on ESG reporting in Pakistan, covering public (58.06%) and private (33.87%) listed companies across various sectors, including manufac...[+10068 chars] 2025-03-21T21:39:59 Disney shareholders reject anti-LGBTQ proposal https://www.abccolumbia.com/2025/03/21/disney-shareholders-reject-anti-lgbtq-proposal https://www.abccolumbia.com/content/uploads/2025/03/y/x/1257129f8f986ff920f8b645d549af1b4d96dead_fl9-720p_75.jpg US en Disney investors voted down a proposal to back-out of the human rights campaign's corporate equality index. Just 1% of shareholders voted in favor of the proposal. The vote comes after Disney scaled-back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies last month. The proposal was submitted by right wing think tank 'National Center for Public Policy Research'. "(CNN)– Mickey Mouse is keeping his participation in a prominent LGBTQ program. Disney investors voted down a proposal to back-out of the human rights campaign's corporate equality index, and that vote...[+356 chars]" 2025-03-21T21:35:07 GitLab director Bostrom sells 40,000 class A shares Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/gitlab-director-bostrom-sells-40-000-class-a-shares-1034504398 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en GitLab director Susan Bostrom sold 40,000 class A shares of the company on March 19 at a price of $51.88 per share. TheFly is the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. "In a regulatory filing, GitLab (GTLB) director Susan Bostrom disclosed the sale of 40,000 class A shares of the company on March 19 at a price of $51.88 per share. Light Up your Portfolio with Spark: ...[+228 chars]" 2025-03-21T21:30:43 Deep red state proposal triggers ESG concerns: 'Raises a lot of questions' Cameron Arcand https://www.yahoo.com/news/deep-red-state-proposal-triggers-213043426.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/A299rFrZ_6LCirQj2e3kaQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fox_news_text_979/2fbf17f197cd8b61e55298b573d66ab2 US en "Oklahoma's state treasurer is concerned about Senate Bill 714. It would take away the treasurer's ""enforcement authority"" of the law and give it to the state Attorney General's office. The treasurer maintains a list of several banks that cannot do business with the state government of Oklahoma if they have publicly expressed opposition to oil and gas companies. The law is meant to avoid supporting institutions some leaders see as looking to harm the state's energy industry." "Oklahoma's state treasurer is raising concerns about legislation he says could open the door further for the controversial practice of ""environmental, social and governance"" in the deep red state. Sen...[+4047 chars]" 2025-03-21T21:30:43 Deep red state proposal triggers ESG concerns: 'Raises a lot of questions' Cameron Arcand https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/deep-red-state-proposal-triggers-esg-concerns-raises-a-lot-of-questions/ar-AA1BptaP US en "Senate Bill 714 would amend the Energy Discrimination Elimination Act of 2022 to take away the treasurer's ""enforcement authority"" of the law and give it to the state Attorney General's office. The treasurer maintains a list of several banks that cannot do business with the state government of Oklahoma if the institution has publicly expressed opposition to oil and gas companies. The law is meant to avoid supporting institutions some leaders see as looking to harm the state's energy industry." "Oklahoma's state treasurer is raising concerns about legislation he says could open the door further for the controversial practice of ""environmental, social and governance"" in the deep red state.Sena...[+8281 chars]" 2025-03-21T20:10:46 JPMorgan quietly renames DEI program as White House wages war on woke corporate policies https://www.newsbreak.com/new-york-post-509648/3866447808250-jpmorgan-quietly-renames-dei-program-as-white-house-wages-war-on-woke-corporate-policies https://img.particlenews.com/img/id/02mC4b_0zqvcDHY00 PH en JPMorgan renames its diversity and inclusion program 'Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion' to 'Opportunity' in order to comply with current laws and regulations. It follows an executive order from President Donald Trump in January that ordered the DOJ to sue companies who pursued the DEI policies brought in after the killing of George Floyd in 2020. Wall Street is having to grapple with Trump's diktat to curtail DEI programs. "JPMorgan has quietly rebranded its DEI program — a possible bid to skirt a crackdown on woke corporate policies that the Trump administration has called discriminatory and illegal. The Jamie Dimon-led...[+2635 chars]" 2025-03-21T19:10:10 Europe's retreat on environmental reporting eases burden on Japan firms Staff Writer https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Environment/Europe-s-retreat-on-environmental-reporting-eases-burden-on-Japan-firms https://www.ft.com/__origami/service/image/v2/images/raw/https%3A%2F%2Fcms-image-bucket-production-ap-northeast-1-a7d2.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages%2F7%2F0%2F6%2F3%2F49213607-3-eng-GB%2FCropped-17425776162015-10-20T120000Z_2139872866_PM1EBAK0T1Y01_RTRMADP_3_FRANCE-ENERGY.JPG?width=1260&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=630 JP en The European Union's plans to relax sustainability reporting rules will spare many Japanese companies doing business in the bloc from the environmental disclosures. The amendments take effect once they attain passage through the European Parliament and the European Council. The European Commission said Feb. 26 that it would simplify the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. "TOKYO -- The European Union's plans to relax sustainability reporting rules will spare many Japanese companies doing business in the bloc from the environmental disclosures. The European Commission sa...[+200 chars]" 2025-03-21T18:08:04 Jim Grenon expects to be a ‘very active' chair of NZME https://www.nbr.co.nz/investment/jim-grenon-want-to-be-a-very-active-chair-of-nzme https://d2xgqyuql1olth.cloudfront.net/assets/Uploads/2025-03/NZME-building-2-WEB_7749.jpeg NZ en James Grenon wants to be a'very active' chair at NZME. He wants to cut costs and improve public disclosure at the media company. The NZX-listed media company released the letter late Friday afternoon after he shared parts of it with the board. "NZME investor James Grenon wants to be a 'very active' chair who cuts costs and improves public disclosure at the media company, according to a letter he shared with NZME's board on March 6. The NZX-l...[+92 chars]" 2025-03-21T17:50:19 ABO-Group: Capital reduction payout https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/22/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/abo-group-capital-reduction-payout/2077959 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/22/573277.png PH en Extraordinary General Meeting of ABO-Group Environment NV approved a capital decrease of €993,461.09 on 26 December 2024. This amount will be paid to shareholders through repayment on each share of 1/10,568,735th of the amount of the capital decrease. The company was founded in 1995 as a consultancy for soil research and has grown into an international engineering firm specializing in all aspects of environment and soil. "Ghent, 21 March 2025 - 18:30 - Press release / Regulated information On 26 December 2024, the Extraordinary General Meeting of ABO-Group Environment NV approved a capital decrease of €993,461.09, with...[+1356 chars]" 2025-03-21T17:10:44 Earth Hour 2025 In East Hampton Aims To Spark Climate Change Awareness Lisa Finn https://patch.com/new-york/easthampton/earth-hour-2025-east-hampton-aims-spark-climate-change-awareness https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/1296254/20250321/011043/styles/patch_image/public/ehtownhall___21100350364.jpg US en East Hampton Town Board adopted a resolution reaffirming its dedication to combating climate change. Residents and businesses are encouraged to turn off non-essential lights on Saturday, March 22, from 8:30 pm to 9:30 p.m. The initiative was organized by the World Wildlife Fund. "The East Hampton Town Board adopted a resolution reaffirming its dedication to combating climate change, they say. EAST HAMPTON, NY — East Hampton Town is joining hands and hearts around the world to ...[+2052 chars]" 2025-03-21T17:00:00 Umicore publishes annual report for full year 2024, including first CSRD reporting Mar. 21, 2025 17:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6065496 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Umicore has published its Annual Report for the full year 2024. The report details the Group's governance and financial performance. Umicore's revenues for 2024 amounted to €3.5 billion, with an adjusted EBITDA of €763 million. The company's Capital Markets Day will take place on March 27th, 2025 in London. "Support Us Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 21, 2025 17:00 Umicore publishes annual report for full year 2024, including first CSRD reporting Umicore has published its Annual...[+3838 chars]" 2025-03-21T16:22:00 Big companies backtrack on climate goals in bosses' pay Kenza Bryan https://ftchinese.com/interactive/198148/en https://dq4atoxl7csa1.cloudfront.net/unsafe/1920x0/https://d1e00ek4ebabms.cloudfront.net/production/ee1bc022-fc74-4dae-bc87-5a475b9209ab.jpg CN en Payouts linked to environmental, social and governance goals had become ubiquitous in Europe and common in the US in recent years. Global companies have started to drop climate goals from executive pay plans, as the corporate world retreats from ESG initiatives in the face of fierce US opposition and mounting costs. "Payouts linked to environmental, social and governance goals had become ubiquitous in Europe in recent years Global companies have started to drop climate goals from executive pay plans, as the corpor...[+374 chars]" 2025-03-21T16:22:00 Big companies backtrack on climate goals in bosses' pay 大公司削减高管薪资计划中的气候目标 英国 金融时报 https://ftchinese.com/interactive/198148/ce https://dq4atoxl7csa1.cloudfront.net/unsafe/1920x0/https://d1e00ek4ebabms.cloudfront.net/production/ee1bc022-fc74-4dae-bc87-5a475b9209ab.jpg CN en Payouts linked to environmental, social and governance goals had become ubiquitous in Europe in recent years. Global companies have started to drop climate goals from executive pay plans, as the corporate world retreats from ESG initiatives in the face of fierce US opposition and mounting costs. "Payouts linked to environmental, social and governance goals had become ubiquitous in Europe in recent years Global companies have started to drop climate goals from executive pay plans, as the corpor...[+220 chars]" 2025-03-21T16:11:59 The US exorcism of ESG will put its economy in a tailspin Strategic Intelligence https://www.verdict.co.uk/us-purging-esg-practices https://www.verdict.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Shutterstock_2200728943-1.jpg GB en After Donald Trump's re-election in late 2024, many American companies have been purging their own ESG credentials. This shift away from taking responsibility for environmental, social, and governance business impacts could have a detrimental effect on the US economy. Failure to address climate change could damage food security and destabilise the global financial system, backtracking on social issues will hinder innovation and growth, and removing regulations focused on corporate governance will see malpractice proliferate. "In response to Donald Trump's re-election in late 2024, many American companies have been purging their own hard-earned ESG credentials. However, this shift away from taking responsibility for environ...[+3992 chars]" 2025-03-21T16:09:00 Disney shareholders cling to DEI commitment, corporate ranking with Human Rights Campaign Thomas Stevenson https://thepostmillennial.com/disney-shareholders-cling-to-dei-commitment-corporate-ranking-with-human-rights-campaign https://mr.cdn.ignitecdn.com/client_assets/thepostmillennial_com/media/picture/67dd/8eef/fe83/7afd/42e1/b7f3/original_photo_2025-03-21_12.10.01.jpeg?1742573296 CA en Disney shareholders rejected a proposal that would have the company stop participating in a report having to do with diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The report is part of the Human Rights Campaign's (HRC) Corporate Equality Index for company standards. Disney has a perfect score on the index. The HRC's index has been derided by conservatives at different companies and has been a particular target of conservative activist Robby Starbuck. """When corporations take extreme positions, they destroy shareholder value by alienating large portions of their customers and investors."" Shareholders at Disney have rejected a proposal that would hav...[+2370 chars]" 2025-03-21T16:00:00 Oxford group tackling carbon emissions expands across county Jacob Manuschka https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/25026510.oxford-group-tackling-carbon-emissions-expands-across-county https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/resources/images/19233645.jpg?type=og-image&xType=0&yType=484 GB en The Zero Carbon Oxford Partnership will expand its efforts to tackle carbon emissions across the whole of Oxfordshire. The partnership has been successful in bringing together Oxford's large businesses and organisations to work towards the ambition of achieving net zero as a city by 2040. It has generated more than £1.2 million in grant funding to deliver projects promoting sustainable travel, retrofitting and industrial decarbonisation across Oxford. The new partnership will consist of more than 20 organisations from across the county, working towards the county becoming net zero by 2050. "The Zero Carbon Oxford Partnership (ZCOP), established by Oxford City Council in 2021, will expand its efforts to tackle carbon emissions across the whole of Oxfordshire. The partnership has been succ...[+2727 chars]" 2025-03-21T16:00:00 GUEST COLUMN: Secrecy gives the government control. FOIA can restore the power imbalance Janie Slaven https://www.thetimestribune.com/opinion/guest-column-secrecy-gives-the-government-control-foia-can-restore-the-power-imbalance/article_134badaa-0359-11f0-a659-ef662248b39b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/thetimestribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/90/c9040c8c-0359-11f0-a9be-37e270a7414f/67d86378c5cee.image.jpg?crop=600%2C315%2C0%2C278 US en Excessive government secrecy prevents the public from meaningfully participating in self-government in every area secrecy touches, from domestic policy discussions on climate change to foreign policy debates around international aid. It also denies or ignores FOIA requests and deletes data from websites, which is a violation of human rights. "Excessive government secrecy takes many forms, including denying or ignoring FOIA requests and deleting data from websites. These tactics prevent the public from meaningfully participating in self-gov...[+142 chars]" 2025-03-21T15:49:03 Top sponsors dumping San Francisco LGBT ‘pride' Russia Today https://www.rt.com/news/614598-top-sponsors-dumping-san-francisco https://mf.b37mrtl.ru/files/2025.03/article/67dd8a0d85f54055b42da82f.jpg RU en Some high-profile sponsors have pulled out of this year's LGBTQ Pride event in San Francisco. This comes amid a push by the administration of US President Donald Trump to cut federal funding for programs related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Comcast, Diageo and Anheuser-Busch have pulled their financial support the event. A number of high-profile sponsors have pulled their financial support ahead of this year's LGBTQ Pride event in San Francisco, multiple media outlets have reported. This comes amid a push by the admin...[+2062 chars] 2025-03-21T15:31:51 The Scoop: How multinational companies need to address global DEI dilemma Casey Weldon https://www.prdaily.com/the-scoop-how-multinational-companies-need-to-address-global-dei-dilemma https://s39940.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/iStock-1444917571.jpg US en Multinational companies face a challenge adjusting their diversity, equity and inclusion policies to align with the different political and regulatory environments in the U.S. and Europe. Aldi, McDonald's and Institutional Shareholder Services scaled back or modified their DEI commitments in the United States to avoid the Trump administration. Santander announced last month that it'd no longer tie executive bonuses to efforts promoting women into management roles in countries where government policies don't support specific inclusivity targets. McDonald's outlined plans to eliminate diversity targets stateside while standing by a commitment to ensure that 40% of all senior leadership roles in Britain are held by underrepresented groups by 2030. "Multinational companies face a challenge in adjusting their diversity, equity and inclusion policies to align with the different political and regulatory environments in the United States and Europe. ...[+6472 chars]" 2025-03-21T15:30:00 IDEX Biometrics ASA: Notice of extraordinary general meeting on 11 April 2025 IDEX BIOMETRICS ASA https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/idex-biometrics-asa-notice-extraordinary-153000748.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globe_newswire_uk_374/e9861ff864a1550fbbb308e020c27552 US en The extraordinary general meeting of IDEX Biometrics ASA will be held on Friday 11 April 2025 at 12.00 CET as an online meeting. There is no physical attendance option. The notice of the annual general meeting and the ancillary documents will be available on the Company's web site at no charge. "IDEX Biometrics ASA will hold an extraordinary general meeting ('EGM') on Friday 11 April 2025 at 12.00 CET as an online meeting. Reference is made to the announcement by IDEX Biometrics ASA (the ""Com...[+1825 chars]" 2025-03-21T15:16:19 L&T elevates Sarma as deputy MD & president The Hindu Bureau https://www.thehindu.com/business/lt-elevates-sarma-as-deputy-md-president/article69358955.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/business/qty8q8/article69358990.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/WhatsApp%20Image%202025-03-21%20at%208.32.56%20PM.jpeg IN en Larsen & Toubro Ltd. has elevated Subramanian Sarma from the position of wholetime director and president, Energy, to deputy managing director and President effective April 2, 2025. The board has also decided to extend his term to February 3, 2028 subject to shareholders' approval in the upcoming AGM. Larsen & Toubro Ltd. has elevated Subramanian Sarma from the position of wholetime director and president, Energy, to deputy managing director and president of the company, effective April 2, 2025. Th...[+1009 chars] 2025-03-21T15:01:00 Director Shareholdings Mar. 21, 2025 15:01 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6065370 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Martin Thomas, a member of Diversified Energy Company PLC's Board of Director's, bought 700 shares of 20p each on March 20, 2025 at the London Stock Exchange for £10.60 each. He owns 114,550 shares of the Company. Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) (NYSE: DEC) announces that on March 20, 2025, a member of the Company's Board of Director's (the 'Board') transacted in ordinary shares of 20p each in the Com...[+2475 chars] 2025-03-21T14:17:01 Disney Investors Vote to Remain in LGBTQ Ranking Index Dawn Chmielewski https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/disney-lgbtq-human/2025/03/21/id/1203796 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=df7d6b2e-1523-46e9-9ac5-33d86b211742&SiteName=Newsmax US en Disney shareholders rejected a proposal to withdraw the company from the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index. Disney is among the highest-profile employers to revise some of its diversity and inclusion practices as the Trump administration cracks down on diversity, equity and inclusion. 765 companies received perfect score in the HRC's 2025 ranking. Disney shareholders rejected an investor proposal to withdraw participation in the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index, which rates workplaces on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and que...[+2723 chars] 2025-03-21T14:00:35 Elisa da Silva: 'We can do it differently in Luxembourg' https://delano.lu/article/elisa-da-silva-we-can-do-it-differently-in-luxembourg https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/elisa-da-silva-we-can-do-it-differently-in-luxembourg/0.5/0.5/600/400/712456.jpg LU en Elisa Da Silva has over 25 years' expertise in regulatory compliance and governance in Luxembourg. She is accredited by the CSSF for the functions of compliance and conducting officer. For the past ten years, she has run her own consulting firm and is involved with the ILA, ALFI and LPEA. She believes gender equality is improving within boards of directors slowly but surely. Elisa Da Silva has over 25 years' expertise in regulatory compliance and governance in Luxembourg. She is accredited by the CSSF for the functions of compliance and conducting officer. For the past te...[+2149 chars] 2025-03-21T13:44:00 Sensodyne-maker axes diversity targets from bonuses Hannah Boland https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/03/21/sensodyne-maker-axes-diversity-targets-from-bonuses https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/03/21/TELEMMGLPICT000303221322_17425632596100_trans_NvBQzQNjv4Bqua5oWhM4aVGfdmPd8HLtIoIDc9-Vq0Zm4hOsyvEV4CU.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Haleon is to axe diversity targets from its executive bonus scheme. The company's chief executive and CFO will no longer have to meet gender representation targets to maximise their pay. It follows a pushback from the US government over corporate diversity initiatives spearheaded by Donald Trump since coming to power. "Haleon is to axe diversity targets from its executive bonus scheme in the latest sign that UK businesses are rowing back on DEI. The Sensodyne-maker has confirmed that its chief executive and chief fi...[+1842 chars]" 2025-03-21T13:28:54 SEBI Eases Investment Rules for Mutual Fund Employees Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3316612-sebi-eases-investment-rules-for-mutual-fund-employees https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/11_08_2024_09_10_09_8859181.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en SEBI has adjusted the required investment percentages for employees, including CEOs and fund managers, based on their salary brackets. The changes are designed to make investment obligations more equitable across varying compensation levels. The initiative aims to synchronize the goals of Asset Management Company employees with the interests of mutual fund unitholders. Addressing concerns regarding the 'skin in the game' mandate for mutual fund employees, SEBI has adjusted the required investment percentages for employees, including CEOs and fund managers, based on ...[+871 chars] 2025-03-21T12:21:17 JPMorgan Renames DEI as 'Diversity, Opportunity & Inclusion' Nupur Anand https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/jpmorgan-dei-opportunity/2025/03/21/id/1203779 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=13c2a86a-86ac-46aa-aeb8-4a0198733adc&SiteName=Newsmax US en JPMorgan Chase is changing the name of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs and the language it uses to describe them in an effort to keep up with the market and changes in regulations. Some of the diversity programs that were managed centrally by the DOI organization will now be integrated into different lines of business. JPMorgan Chase Chief Operating Officer Jenn Piepszak said the bank was making some changes to its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs and the language it uses to describe them in an effort to kee...[+2132 chars] 2025-03-21T12:17:06 SEBI Extends Deadline for Industry Standards on Related Party Transactions Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3316455-sebi-extends-deadline-for-industry-standards-on-related-party-transactions https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/07_07_2024_09_31_50_9846004.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India has extended the deadline for listed entities to comply with new industry standards. Organizations will have until July 1, 2025 to adopt the rules. The Industry Standards Forum will address the concerns and work towards simplifying the rules in a timely manner. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced on Friday that it has extended the deadline for listed entities to comply with new industry standards. Organizations will now have until Jul...[+667 chars] 2025-03-21T12:16:06 Sebi Extends Deadline Till Jul 1 for Complying with Industry Standards on Related Party Transactions PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-extends-deadline-till-jul-1-for-complying-with-industry-standards-on-related-party-transactions-6725477.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-02-781x441.jpg IN en Sebi has extended the deadline for listed entities by three months to July 1 for complying with the industry standards on minimum information to be provided for review by the audit committee and shareholders when seeking approval of a related party transaction. Industry Standards Forum (ISF) will take into consideration the feedback received for simplification of the industry standard and release the same in a time-bound manner to meet the revised timelines. New Delhi, Mar 21 (PTI) Markets regulator Sebi on Friday extended the deadline for listed entities by three months to July 1 for complying with the industry standards on minimum information to be prov...[+1696 chars] 2025-03-21T12:13:06 Big Oil Retreats: Europe's Energy Giants Ditch Green Pledges Alex Kimani https://climatechangedispatch.com/big-oil-retreats-europes-energy-giants-ditch-green-pledges https://climatechangedispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/north-sea-wind-farm-e1742559112857.jpg US en Europe's oil and gas giants are scaling back their climate goals as they struggle to deliver on their ambitious clean energy pledges. In February, Equinor scrapped a pledge to devote more than 50% of its gross capital expenditure to renewables and low-carbon solutions by 2030. Equiner has also abandoned plans to invest in Vietnam's offshore wind sector. Shell is also scaling back its clean energy investments. "Europe's oil and gas giants are increasingly scaling back their climate goals as they struggle to deliver on their ambitious clean energy pledges. [emphasis, links added] In 2022, Norway's state-contr...[+1747 chars]" 2025-03-21T12:07:59 European Energy A/S: Minutes of Ordinary General Meeting https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/21/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/european-energy-as-minutes-of-ordinary-general-meeting/2077708 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/21/572931.png PH en The ordinary general meeting of European Energy A/S was held today at 09:30 CET at Gyngemose Parkvej 50, 2860 Søborg, Denmark and electronically via Microsoft Teams. The announcement has been made in accordance with the market abuse regulation (Regulation (EU) no. 596/2014 on market abuse). "Company announcement 4/2025 (21.03.2025) Today, Friday 21 March 2025 an ordinary general meeting with the following agenda was held at 09:30 CET at European Energy A/S, Gyngemose Parkvej 50, 2860 Søbo...[+276 chars]" 2025-03-21T12:07:27 JPMorgan makes changes to its diversity programs, memo says Nupur Anand https://www.yahoo.com/news/jpmorgan-makes-changes-diversity-programs-120727094.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/588a54ff1921afb578215aaeb94c5e28 US en JPMorgan Chase is changing the name of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs and changing the language it uses to describe them to keep up with the market and changes in regulations. Several major U.S. and some European companies have dropped or altered their DEI policies following President Donald Trump's executive order to curtail such programs. "By Nupur Anand NEW YORK (Reuters) - JPMorgan Chase Chief Operating Officer Jenn Piepszak said the bank was making some changes to its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs and the language it uses ...[+2171 chars]" 2025-03-21T12:00:23 European Energy A/S: Minutes of Ordinary General Meeting (European Energy A/S) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/European_Energy_A_S_Minutes_of_Ordinary_General_Meeting_Euro https://i.ytimg.com/vi/meNUiglbjoc/0.jpg US en Today, Friday 21 March 2025, European Energy A/S has an ordinary general meeting. The minutes of the meeting are published at 12:41:08 CET. European Energy has made a number of decisions related to the company announcement 4/2025 (21.03.2025). ) Published: 2025-03-21 12:41:08 CET European Energy A/S - Decisions of general meeting European Energy A/S: Minutes of Ordinary General MeetingCompany announcement 4/2025 (21.03.2025)Today, Friday 21...[+39 chars] 2025-03-21T12:00:09 Opinion: The Canadian government warns against its own legislation Mike Holden https://calgaryherald.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-the-canadian-government-warns-against-its-own-legislation https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/calgaryherald/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/greenwashing-0624-pg.jpg CA en Last June, the federal government passed Bill C-59, introducing new anti-greenwashing amendments to the Competition Act. Business Council of Alberta opposed the move, arguing that these ill-conceived amendments will kill Canadian business ambition and innovation. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) took aim at the new greenwashing provisions. "Imagine a government that passes laws preventing it from enacting its own agenda. That's exactly what Canada's new greenwashing provisions have accomplished. Article content Article content For those ...[+2553 chars]" 2025-03-21T12:00:09 Opinion: Federal anti-greenwashing law undermines Canada's climate goals Mike Holden https://edmontonjournal.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-the-canadian-government-warns-against-its-own-legislation/wcm/afdbed8a-b9f6-434d-9182-d6987c52143e https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/edmontonjournal/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/greenwashing-0624-pg.jpg CA en Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) took aim at the new greenwashing provisions in a recent submission to the Competition Bureau. It's like trying to raise money to cure cancer and being told that you need a detailed plan for how exactly cancer will be defeated. "Article content How can businesses raise capital to invest in emissions reduction if they can't communicate their case? It's like trying to raise money to cure cancer and being told that you need a de...[+536 chars]" 2025-03-21T12:00:09 Opinion: The Canadian government warns against its own legislation Calgary Herald https://edmontonsun.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-the-canadian-government-warns-against-its-own-legislation https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/calgaryherald/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/greenwashing-0624-pg.jpg CA en Bill C-59 introduced new anti-greenwashing amendments to the Competition Act. Business Council of Alberta opposed the move, arguing that it will kill Canadian business ambition and innovation. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) took aim at the new greenwashing provisions. ECCC believes private sector planning for net-zero operations should be looked at as an evergreen process. Oil companies, banking and mining are among sectors that could be affected by Bill C-59. PhotoImagine a government that passes laws preventing it from enacting its own agenda. That's exactly what Cana...[+6529 chars] 2025-03-21T12:00:00 ADB to help Sri Lanka sell thematic green bonds, draw social impact investors https://economynext.com/adb-to-help-sri-lanka-sell-thematic-green-bonds-draw-social-impact-investors-211142 https://economynext.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/sri-lanka-green-bonds.jpg LK en Thematic bonds, sustainability linked bonds, can be sold by governments and private companies. ADB supported the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka in the implementation of green bond regulations. DFCC Bank made the first green bond issue in September 2024, followed Alliance Finance PLC in February 2025. ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank will help Sri Lanka sell 'thematic' debt securities, taking one step beyond the initial green bonds that have already been sold by some, Takeo Konishi, Directo...[+2100 chars] 2025-03-21T11:52:08 ESA releases strategy document that emphasizes autonomy Jeff Foust https://spacenews.com/esa-releases-strategy-document-that-emphasizes-autonomy https://jetpack.com/redirect/?source=sigenerate&query=t%3DeyJpbWciOiJodHRwczpcL1wvc3BhY2VuZXdzLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNVwvMDNcL2FzY2hiYWNoZXItbWFyY2gyNS0xMDI0eDU3MC5qcGVnIiwidHh0IjoiRVNBIHJlbGVhc2VzIHN0cmF0ZWd5IGRvY3VtZW50IHRoYXQgZW1waGFzaXplcyBhdXRvbm9teSIsInRlbXBsYXRlIjoiZnVsbHNjcmVlbiIsImJsb2dfaWQiOjgwNjgxOTc5fQ.o4H2T_ohL9g__SxC0n65_r3nSG3_nc-ZYCZkh-mOxrwMQ US en ESA released its Strategy 2040 on March 20. It outlines the major goals and objectives for ESA for the next 15 years. The strategy will guide planning for ESA's next ministerial conference, scheduled for November. It mentions international cooperation in topics such as exploration. It also highlights the need for European nations to work with one another. "WASHINGTON — The European Space Agency has released a strategy for its next 15 years that includes a greater emphasis on autonomy amid broader geopolitical changes. ESA released March 20 its Strategy ...[+3595 chars]" 2025-03-21T11:51:06 Climate breakdown is the greatest threat to human rights Jo-Anne Smetherham https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2025-03-21-human-rights-under-threat-from-climate-breakdown https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Jo-Anne-Smetherham.jpg?fit=1256%2C1256&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en Nomandla Nqanula's home was destroyed in the Durban floods of 2022. More than 430 people were killed in these floods, made twice as likely by climate change. Up to 20,000 people died in the 2024 floods in Derna, Libya, and more than 10 million are now facing food insecurity in the Horn of Africa due to drought. South Africa's government gave fossil fuel companies a record R118-billion in subsidies in 2023, a five-fold increase since 2018. Fossil fuel industry is like a campfire that warms a few hands while setting the entire forest ablaze. It may create jobs for a few in local communities and "Community leader Nomandla Nqanula felt thankful that her life had been spared as she gazed upon the hole where her home had stood before being swept away in the Durban floods of April 2022. The destru...[+5731 chars]" 2025-03-21T11:50:00 Disney shareholders reject proposal to withdraw from index that rates companies on LGBTQ+ equality Reuters https://www.fastcompany.com/91303603/disney-shareholders-reject-proposal-to-withdraw-from-lgbtq-index https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/03/p-1-91303603-disney-shareholders-reject-proposal-to-withdraw-from-index-that-rates-companies-on-lgbtq-equality.jpg US en Disney shareholders rejected a proposal to withdraw the company from the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index. Disney is among the highest-profile employers to revise some of its diversity and inclusion practices as the Trump administration cracks down on diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, practices across the federal government and private sector. Disney shareholders rejected an investor proposal to withdraw participation in the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index, which rates workplaces on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and que...[+2723 chars] 2025-03-21T11:41:00 European Energy A/S: Minutes of Ordinary General Meeting European Energy A/S https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/european-energy-minutes-ordinary-general-114100413.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/N8E60nmLUWfR8MLVqlFVOQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zMjQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/39b0c9d4d9193934291be4e918c7a2e5 US en The ordinary general meeting of European Energy A/S was held today, Friday 21 March 2025 at 09:30 CET at Gyngemose Parkvej 50, 2860 Søborg, Denmark and electronically via Microsoft Teams. The agenda was: Election of Chair of the Annual General Meeting, presentation of the annual report with the auditors' report for approval and discharge of the Board of Directors and the Executive Board, resolution on the appropriation of profit or treatment of loss according to the approved annual report, election of members to the Board, and a decision regarding remuneration for the financial year 2025. "Company announcement 4/2025 (21.03.2025) Today, Friday 21 March 2025 an ordinary general meeting with the following agenda was held at 09:30 CET at European Energy A/S, Gyngemose Parkvej 50, 2860 Søbo...[+871 chars]" 2025-03-21T10:56:36 Digital-driven continuous improvement in integrated ISO systems – Policy recommendations for service organisations https://www.myjoyonline.com/digital-driven-continuous-improvement-in-integrated-iso-systems-policy-recommendations-for-service-organisations https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-877.png GH en In today's fast-evolving service industry, organizations are embracing multiple ISO standards. Digital transformation unifies these disparate management systems into a single, integrated digital framework. This strategic integration streamlines compliance processes, boosts operational efficiency, and fosters sustainable practices. Leadership commitment to digital-first ISO management significantly influences the human element within organizations. In today's fast-evolving service industry, organizations are embracing multiple ISO standards—ranging from ISO 9001 for quality management to ISO 14001 for environmental oversight, ISO 45001 for occup...[+26219 chars] 2025-03-21T10:52:31 Poll: Should the Scottish Parliament cut ties with Elon Musk's firms? Jody Harrison https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/25026469.poll-scottish-parliament-cut-ties-elon-musks-firms https://www.heraldscotland.com/resources/images/18995071.jpg?type=og-image GB en Scottish Green MSP Mark Ruskell called Elon Musk 'toxic' and shares in his elect4ric car company Tesla falling in value. Baillie Gifford who runs pension funds has been reducing their investment in Tesla. Mr Ruskell wants to see total divestment from all Musk's companies. "Speaking at Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body questions today, Scottish Green MSP Mark Ruskell Musk was 'toxic' and that shares in his elect4ric car company Tesla were falling in value. We want to...[+930 chars]" 2025-03-21T10:43:31 European Union Companies Twice as Likely to Identify Climate Risk as a Top Concern Compared to Global Peers, Survey Finds https://nineoclock.ro/2025/03/21/european-union-companies-twice-as-likely-to-identify-climate-risk-as-a-top-concern-compared-to-global-peers-survey-finds RO en European Union Companies Twice as Likely to Identify Climate Risk as a Top Concern Compared to Global Peers. Companies subject to European Union regulations on climate risk management and disclosure are significantly more likely to view climate risk as a top concern. This content is for members only. European Union Companies Twice as Likely to Identify Climate Risk as a Top Concern Compared to Global Peers, Survey Finds Onset of Disclosure Rules and Rising Investor Expectations Spur Sharper Focus ...[+209 chars] 2025-03-21T10:42:40 Top strategies to strengthen corporate governance in Nigerian businesses https://www.pulse.ng/articles/business/top-strategies-to-strengthen-corporate-governance-in-nigerian-businesses-2025032110424007446 https://image.api.sportal365.com/process//smp-images-production/pulse.ng/21032025/20394717-303d-4357-bcf7-c4be3626d69f.jpg NG en Establish clear policies and procedures. Develop comprehensive codes of conduct and detailed governance manuals. Strengthen board composition and independence. A well-structured board enhances strategic planning and ensures that decisions align with the long-term interests of the company and its stakeholders. "Establish clear policies and procedures Develop comprehensive codes of conduct and detailed governance manuals that clearly outline decision-making processes. This approach ensures that all employees ...[+692 chars]" 2025-03-21T10:41:17 Corporate reporting on physical climate risks 'limited' and 'inadequate' Danijel Višević https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4411195/corporate-reporting-physical-climate-risks-limited-inadequate https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/00d563e/9b4cebc9-666a-442b-aa37-660fb5078c71/4/Drought-370x229.jpg GB en "Corporate investors' reporting on the physical risks posed by climate change is ""limited"", ""incomplete"" and ""inadequate"", according to a report published by Nest and UBS Asset Management (UBS AM). The report also says that the corporate reporting is limited and incomplete." "Corporate investors' reporting on the physical risks posed by climate change is ""limited"", ""incomplete"" and ""inadequate"", a report published by Nest and UBS Asset Management (UBS AM) has said. The..." 2025-03-21T10:40:52 Connor Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. Sells 28,846 Shares of Enviri Co. (NYSE:NVRI) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/21/connor-clark-lunn-investment-management-ltd-sells-28846-shares-of-enviri-co-nysenvri.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/enviri-co-logo-1200x675.jpg?v=20240524082645&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Connor Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. decreased its holdings in Enviri Co. (NYSE:NVRI) by 19.1% in the fourth quarter. The institutional investor owned 122,253 shares of the company's stock after selling 28,846 shares during the period. State Street Corp raised its stake in the company by 0.5%. Geode Capital Management LLC bought a new position in the business in the third quarter worth approximately $10,167,000. JPMorgan Chase & Co. bought an additional 259,606 shares in the last quarter. CFO Tom George Vadaketh acquired 40,297 shares of company's shares at an average cost of $ Connor Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. decreased its holdings in Enviri Co. (NYSE:NVRI ) by 19.1% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange ...[+3749 chars] 2025-03-21T10:26:00 Asset Owners Boost ESG Engagement Worldwide Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/asset-owners-boost-esg-engagement-worldwide-1429998 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1578496479939-722d9dd1cc5b%3Fixid%3DMnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D750%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en A new report explains how investors can foster shareholder engagement on environmental, societal and governance (ESG) issues to overcome differences in structural and cultural climates around the world. The report was funded by the Laudes Foundation and authored by Dr Emilio Marti, Rotterdam School of Management, Dr Kevin Chuah, D'Amore-McKim School of Business, and Professor Jean-Pascal Gond, Bayes Business School. "City St George's, University of London A new report has uncovered how investors can most effectively foster shareholder engagement on environmental, societal and governance (ESG) issues to overcome di...[+5154 chars]" 2025-03-21T10:24:09 UAE warns against fake social media posts of public company's share value reduction https://www.khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-warns-company-share-value-reduction-rumours https://imgengine.khaleejtimes.com/khaleejtimes-english/2025-03-21/k3yxvbwf/Screen-Shot-2025-03-21-at-2.17.51-PM.png?width=1200&height=630&format=auto&ogImage=true&mode=crop&rect=0,24,687,458 AE en The UAE's Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has issued an alert urging investors to disregard misleading social media posts about a reduction in the nominal value of shares of a publicly listed company. SCA confirmed that it is reviewing the matter but stressed that 'the purported consequences being circulated in this regard are merely unfounded rumours' The UAE's Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has issued an alert urging investors to disregard misleading social media posts about a reduction in the nominal value of shares of a publicly list...[+462 chars] 2025-03-21T10:20:31 UN Experts Warn EU Risks Undermining Human Rights Standards with Omnibus Simplification Proposal Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3316160-un-experts-warn-eu-risks-undermining-human-rights-standards-with-omnibus-simplification-proposal https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/21_03_2025_15_09_40_8908519.webp?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights has raised concerns over the European Commission's proposed Omnibus Simplification Package. It is concerned that it diverges from the UN Guiding Principles on Business & Human Rights. The warning comes amid ongoing debates over the future of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), a flagship piece of legislation designed to enforce corporate accountability for environmental and human rights abuses. The United Nations Working Group on Business and Human Rights has raised alarm over the European Commission's proposed Omnibus Simplification Package, warning that it diverges from the globally recogn...[+3737 chars] 2025-03-21T10:20:11 Swiss Re selling at Definity Financial (DFY) INK Research https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/indices/INX/pressreleases/31514663/swiss-re-selling-at-definity-financial-dfy https://www.theglobeandmail.com/pf/resources/assets/meta/twitter-summary-240x240.png?d=678 CA en Swiss Re Ltd, a 10% Holder, disposed of 11,647,217 Common Shares on an indirect ownership basis for registered holder Swiss Re Investments Holding Company Ltd at a price of $56.200. This represents a $654,573,595 divestment of the company's shares and an account share holdings change of -100.0%. Swiss Re Ltd, a 10% Holder, disposed of 11,647,217 Common Shares on an indirect ownership basis for registered holder Swiss Re Investments Holding Company Ltd at a price of $56.200 through a private t...[+212 chars] 2025-03-21T10:10:44 Chinese steelmaker HBIS and Vale sign MOU for steel decarbonisation Global Data https://finance.yahoo.com/news/chinese-steelmaker-hbis-vale-sign-101044296.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Ieg28yNHUJGs8bzx8IZbnA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/mining_technology_700/bddaac1c095d41577d93c503127e2051 US en Chinese steelmaker HBIS has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Brazilian mining giant Vale to advance decarbonisation within the steel value chain. The collaboration is expected to explore technologies such as hydrogen metallurgy, carbon capture, utilisation, and storage and circular economy solutions. Both companies have set a target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. "Chinese steelmaker HBIS Group has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Brazilian mining giant Vale to advance decarbonisation within the steel value chain, reported Reuters. This collaborat...[+2327 chars]" 2025-03-21T09:50:00 Growing strongly and sustainably: The SM Investments story Richmond Mercurio https://www.philstar.com/other-sections/supplements/2025/03/21/2429835/growing-strongly-and-sustainably-sm-investments-story https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/03/20/smic-lead_2025-03-20_17-25-05.jpg PH en The SM brand has become a household name in the Philippines. SM Investments Corporation, the parent company of the SM group, believes that business growth and sustainability are intertwined. The company has integrated social responsibility and environmental stewardship into its core business practices since its inception. In 2018, SM played a key role in sustainability reporting. MANILA, Philippines — The name SM has become synonymous with the word development across the nation, especially in areas where its shopping centers, banks, condominiums and retail stores operate in. O...[+9385 chars] 2025-03-21T09:38:52 SECP forms sustainable finance advisory group to drive green capital market reforms Monitoring Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/03/21/secp-forms-sustainable-finance-advisory-group-to-drive-green-capital-market-reforms https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG296243SECP-696x438-1.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has established a Sustainable Finance Advisory Group to provide strategic guidance on key policy reforms. The Advisory Group will focus on integrating sustainability and climate change considerations into Pakistan's financial sector, promoting gender-inclusive finance and encouraging the adoption of sustainable investment products. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has established a Sustainable Finance Advisory Group to provide strategic guidance on key policy reforms, marking a significant step towards g...[+1692 chars] 2025-03-21T09:25:23 7 out of 10 S. Koreans willing to pay more for ESG firms: survey 최경애 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/001/0015279014 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/001/2025/03/21/AEN20250321002700320_01_i_20250321092620141.jpg?type=w800 KR en 7 out of 10 South Koreans are willing to pay more for products from companies that pursue environmental, social and government (ESG) management. The survey was conducted by the Federation of Korean Industries (FKI) and Hankook Research on 3,000 people aged 18 and older. "consumers-ESG firms 7 out of 10 S. Koreans willing to pay more for ESG firms: survey SEOUL, March 21 (Yonhap) -- Seven out of 10 South Koreans are willing to pay more for products from companies that ...[+997 chars]" 2025-03-21T09:06:52 Umicore publishes annual report for full year 2024, including first CSRD reporting https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/21/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/umicore-publishes-annual-report-for-full-year-2024-including-first-csrd-reporting/2077602 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/21/572755.jpg PH en Umicore has published its Annual Report for the full year 2024. This report details the Group's governance and financial performance. Umicore's revenues for 2024 amounted to €3.5 billion, with an adjusted EBITDA of €763 million. The report includes details on the climate transition plan as well as key progress across the Group’s sustainability roadmap. "Umicore publishes annual report for full year 2024, including first CSRD reporting Umicore has published its Annual Report for the full year 2024. This comprehensive report details the Group's governa...[+3349 chars]" 2025-03-21T09:03:43 Citizens demand more from Exxon Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/03/21/citizens-demand-more-from-exxon https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/03/Meeting-1-scaled-150x150.jpg GY en The Longtail project seeks to develop the resources in Longtail, Tripletail and Turbot in the Stabroek Block with a startup date of 2030. The scoping session was held to engage the public on their specific concerns regarding the proposed development and field comments from citizens to guide the Terms of Reference for an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) that will be conducted for the project. Citizens on the East Bank of Demerara will have an opportunity to participate in the scoping meetings at a session scheduled for today (Friday) at the New Diamond Grove Primary School at 4:30 pm. "…call company's sponsorship of cricket, other events handout Kaieteur News- A student of the Leonora Technical Institute almost set the tone for ExxonMobil's question and answer segment of a scoping m...[+4915 chars]" 2025-03-21T09:00:43 BisB hosts Sustainability Strategy workshop to drive ESG integration TDT https://www.newsofbahrain.com/business/110303.html https://www.newsofbahrain.com/admin/post/upload/A_5FKYVkeJ8I_2025-03-21_1742536368resized_pic.jpg BH en Bahrain Islamic Bank hosted a workshop about The Sustainability Strategy. The workshop was attended by experts from Supreme Council of Environment, KPMG, and Visa International. The theme of the workshop was the role of digital transformation in accelerating sustainability efforts. BisB is committed to building a more sustainable financial ecosystem. Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB), the leading provider of innovative Islamic financial solutions for simplifying money matters in the Kingdom of Bahrain, recently hosted a workshop about The Sustainability...[+1626 chars] 2025-03-21T09:00:00 Singapore setting aside funds to help future generations tackle climate change, says Grace Fu Chin Hui Shan https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/spore-will-set-aside-funds-when-there-is-surplus-to-help-future-generations-tackle-climate-change https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/0bbf6b8aa04da11d88a3881030b467b21a67110a48fe467f116560104d2ff656 SG en Singapore is setting aside funds to help future generations tackle climate change. Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu was speaking about how Singapore is tackling climate change on The Usual Place podcast. Singapore is cutting emissions and importing clean-generated electricity from elsewhere. It is also helping households contribute to energy-efficiency efforts. "Find out how Singapore is pushing ahead with climate action on the latest episode of The Usual Place. The Usual Place Podcast Singapore setting aside funds to help future generations tackle climate ch...[+5428 chars]" 2025-03-21T08:57:37 Labour ‘absolutely up for the fight' over net zero, Ed Miliband says Daniel Lavelle https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2025/mar/21/labour-net-zero-ed-miliband-nhs-benefits-cuts-conservatives-uk-politics-latest-news-updates https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/cd1098d7247f49ca96b6a18053f0ba540dfc0fc5/911_346_2682_1610/master/2682.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctbGl2ZS5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=96dbb5284b38160faa8fcc7023ad22c7 GB en Miliband is confident the government will meet its carbon emissions target of net zero by 2050. A YouGov poll found that 61% of people either strongly supported or somewhat supported the government's commitment to cut carbon emissions. Even among those who voted Conservative at the last general election, 52% supported the net zero commitment. "From 9h ago 13.40 CET 'Nothing off the table' over potential UK troop deployment for Ukraine, says No 10 'Nothing is off the table' in terms of potential troop deployment on air, land or sea for Ukrai...[+23855 chars]" 2025-03-21T08:52:09 Lebanon's ESG and IFRS Compliance Gap: A Challenge or an Opportunity? Zeina Zeidan Maalouly https://www.executive-magazine.com/special-report/corporate-social-responsibility/lebanons-esg-and-ifrs-compliance-gap-a-challenge-or-an-opportunity https://www.executive-magazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ESG-compliance_banks.jpg LB en Lebanon does not have a formal ESG regulatory framework based on IFRS sustainability reporting and government driven ESG policies. Private sector initiatives such as Capital Concept's effort to engage 100 Lebanese companies in ESG integration demonstrate growing awareness. ESG adoption in Lebanon is fragmented due to the absence of regulatory mandates. As global financial markets prioritize transparency, sustainability, and corporate accountability, countries worldwide are integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards into their ...[+6431 chars] 2025-03-21T08:51:40 Denmark defeats Portugal – Christian Eriksen misses penalty Nicolai Kampmann https://cphpost.dk/2025-03-21/news/round-up/denmark-defeats-portugal-christian-eriksen-misses-penalty https://cphpost.dk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CPHpost_Circle_Turquoise_XL_RGB_background.png DK en The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing. Businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green','sustainable', or 'environmentally friendly' starting September 2026 unless they can provide documentation to substantiate these claims. The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing.If passed, businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green', 'sustainable', or 'env...[+230 chars] 2025-03-21T08:51:19 Technological impacts on sustainability practices laid bare for businesses Hazy Tran https://vir.com.vn/technological-impacts-on-sustainability-practices-laid-bare-for-businesses-124950.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/032025/21/15/croped/technological-impacts-on-sustainability-practices-laid-bare-for-businesses-20250321154345.jpg?randTime=1742588111 VN en The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) organized a conference on technology's role in applying sustainability practices in Ho Chi Minh City on March 12. The conference served as a platform for future-oriented businesses to share their successes and challenges while fostering collaboration among those committed to sustainability. VACPA, FPT, Unilever, HDBank, PwC, and the University of Economics shared their experiences in leveraging technology for sustainability. The event presented key topics including international standards and tech solutions for carbon emission management, the application of technology in optimising operational costs, and environmental, so...[+4643 chars] 2025-03-21T08:39:27 Green Brick Partners, Inc. Announces Promotion of Bobby Samuel to Executive Vice President of Land Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/Green_Brick_Partners_Inc_Announces_Promotion_of_Bobby_Samuel https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/[] US en Bobby Samuel is promoted to Executive Vice President at Green Brick Partners, Inc. (NYSE: GRBK) today. The promotion was announced by the company's management.   in a press release. in the statement, the company also announced the promotion of Bobby Samuel. PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Green Brick Partners, Inc. (NYSE: GRBK) (the 'Company' or 'Green Brick') today announced the promotion of Bobby Samuel to Executive Vice 2025-03-21T08:33:04 Danish consumers are very pessimistic Nicolai Kampmann https://cphpost.dk/2025-03-21/news/round-up/danish-consumers-are-very-pessimistic-employment-soars https://cphpost.dk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CPHpost_Circle_Turquoise_XL_RGB_background.png DK en The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing. Businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green','sustainable', or 'environmentally friendly' starting September 2026 unless they can provide documentation to substantiate these claims. The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing.If passed, businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green', 'sustainable', or 'env...[+230 chars] 2025-03-21T08:04:37 Stakeholders advocate responsible AI adoption for ESG, data management Iheanyi Nwachukwu https://businessday.ng/news/article/stakeholders-advocate-responsible-ai-adoption-for-esg-data-management https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Artificial-Intelligence.png NG en Industry leaders at the 2025 Company Secretaries and Registrars Forum have emphasised responsible AI adoption in corporate governance and sustainability. The forum gathered experts in governance, finance, and technology to discuss AI's role in sustainable corporate practices. Funmi Ekundayo, president of ICSAN stressed the need to integrate AI into governance while ensuring ethical and secure usage. Industry leaders at the 2025 Company Secretaries and Registrars Forum, organised by the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN), have emphasised responsible AI adoptio...[+4221 chars] 2025-03-21T07:57:21 GreenPower Announces First Deliveries to West Virginia under EPA Clean School Bus Program Grant Hartford City News Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/GreenPower_Announces_First_Deliveries_to_West_Virginia_under https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/[] US en GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (NASDAQ: GP) (TSXV:GP) is based in South Charleston, W.Va.    . for confidential support call the company on 1-800-273-8255. SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va., March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (NASDAQ: GP) (TSXV: 2025-03-21T07:31:00 Thailand's SET aims to launch the Thailand Individual Savings Account (ISA) to promote long-term savings Abhishek Prakash https://www.thailand-business-news.com/investment/201680-thailands-set-aims-to-launch-the-thailand-individual-savings-account-isa-to-promote-long-term-savings https://i0.wp.com/www.thailand-business-news.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rate-Panel-Supports-Bank-of-Thailand-on-Inflation-Amid-Governments.jpeg TH en The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is planning to introduce several measures to boost investor confidence and revitalize the Thai stock market. A key initiative is the proposed Thailand Individual Savings Account (ISA), modeled after Japan's Nippon Individual Savings account (NISA). SET is also exploring the integration of advanced digital technologies to enhance trading efficiency and transparency. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is set to implement various measures aimed at enhancing investor confidence and rejuvenating the Thai stock market. A central initiative in this effort is the prop...[+1881 chars] 2025-03-21T07:30:00 Denmark moves to ban misleading green marketing Tristan Fender https://cphpost.dk/2025-03-21/news/round-up/denmark-moves-to-ban-misleading-green-marketing https://cphpost.dk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CPHpost_Circle_Turquoise_XL_RGB_background.png DK en The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing. Businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green','sustainable', or 'environmentally friendly' starting September 2026 unless they can provide documentation to substantiate these claims. The Danish government has proposed a bill that would prevent misleading environmental claims in marketing.If passed, businesses will be prohibited from using terms like 'green', 'sustainable', or 'env...[+230 chars] 2025-03-21T07:26:00 More than 70% of consumers willing to spend more on ESG goods https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2025/03/175_394685.html https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/e7fb78c23c3d425e80b0d0c8e06eaf63.png KR en Seven out of 10 consumers are willing to pay extra for products made by companies with excellent track records in environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) practices. The finding underscores the need for a continued green corporate drive. The survey was conducted by the Korea Economic Research Institute and Korea Research. Seven out of 10 consumers are willing to pay extra for products made by firms that have excellent track records in environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) practices, a survey showed Frida...[+1601 chars] 2025-03-21T07:12:11 ESVARBON inducts 700 members to drive quality in property sector Daily Trust https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4202737/esvarbon-inducts-700-members-to-drive-quality-in-property-sector.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Estate Surveyors and Valuers Registration Board of Nigeria (ESVARBON) has inducted 700 members with the charge to drive quality in the property sector. Chairman of ESVERBON, Asiwaju Dosu Fatokun, charged the inductees to be abreast of key trends in the Property Sector. The Estate Surveyors and Valuers Registration Board of Nigeria (ESVARBON) has inducted 700 members with the charge to drive quality in the property sector. Chairman of ESVERBON, ESV Asiwaju Dosu Fatok...[+168 chars] 2025-03-21T06:04:45 EU's red tape cuts leave big businesses wanting more Kate Abnett https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/eus-red-tape-cuts-leave-big-businesses-wanting-more-2025-03-21 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/ZY5VOC75JNPX5OKDVCS5MZOPY4.jpg?auth=43ca5afd7ad68178ac6babdc8d487f4f76e4287f62ab72d69b714b7c81d4a167&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Austrian manufacturer RHI Magnesita spends about 1 million euros a year on compliance with EU rules on corporate sustainability. The European Union's 52-page 'Simplification Omnibus' would exempt smaller companies from reporting obligations on supply chain transparency. The AFEP group of the 118 biggest private businesses in France said the proposals do not correct the bureaucratic burden for larger companies. "Summary Companies BRUSSELS, March 21 (Reuters) - Austrian manufacturer RHI Magnesita spends about 1 million euros of its roughly 400 million euros earnings a year ensuring it complies with EU rules on...[+5033 chars]" 2025-03-21T06:04:26 Analysis-EU's red tape cuts leave big businesses wanting more Kate Abnett https://finance.yahoo.com/news/analysis-eus-red-tape-cuts-060426143.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/fb0ade18ca16b89e7f1c4074ef4d2101 US en Austrian manufacturer RHI Magnesita spends 1 million euros a year on complying with EU rules on corporate sustainability. The European Union's 52-page 'Simplification Omnibus' would exempt smaller companies from reporting obligations on supply chain transparency. The AFEP group of the 118 biggest private businesses in France said the proposals 'do not correct the bureaucratic burden' for larger companies. "By Kate Abnett BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Austrian manufacturer RHI Magnesita spends about 1 million euros of its roughly 400 million euros earnings a year ensuring it complies with EU rules on corporate su...[+4969 chars]" 2025-03-21T05:17:16 Cebu Landmasters raises P5B from sustainability bonds offer Ted Cordero https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/money/companies/940057/cebu-landmasters-raises-p5b-from-sustainability-bonds-offer/story https://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2024/11/cebu_landmasters_logo_2024_11_12_17_24_06.jpg PH en Cebu Landmasters Inc. listed its P5-billion sustainability linked-bonds on the Philippine Dealing & Exchange Corp. (PDEx) on Friday. The SLB is a financial instrument tied to an environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objective. If the issuer fails to meet its sustainability targets within a specified period, the interest rate increases. Series D and E bonds, due in 2028 and 2030, have an interest rate of 6.6348% and 6.9157%. "VisMin property developer Cebu Landmasters Inc. on Friday announced it has raised about P5 billion through offering sustainability-linked bonds. In a statement on Friday, CLI said it listed its P5-bil...[+1789 chars]" 2025-03-21T05:06:23 Beyond representation: Institutionalising women in leadership Toye Sobande https://businessday.ng/columnist/article/beyond-representation-institutionalising-women-in-leadership https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/female-leadership.png NG en The conversation around gender equity in leadership tends to peak every March. The focus must shift to ensuring that women in leadership are part of a structured pipeline designed for long-term success. Women in leadership should not be the exception but a natural outcome of an equitable system. Organisations committed to equity must dismantle outdated assumptions and reframe leadership to allow women to thrive. The conversation around gender equity in leadership tends to peak every March, with companies rolling out initiatives, events, panels, adverts, and commitments to supporting women in the workplace. Ho...[+7692 chars] 2025-03-21T04:31:52 Media Insider: Jim Grenon's full letter to NZME released publicly; outlines concerns and criticisms of company Shayne Currie https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-jim-grenons-full-letter-to-nzme-released-publicly-outlines-concerns-and-criticisms-of-company/A6UKCN5DZVHURHHRXMXMINYXZI https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/E3TAKCP76NFZ5FLQSTSMEQADHA.jpg?auth=1abea8faaf4c49c1746a2c8d9616b9b15c3aecadd93b365908eec7aee56e7686&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&smart=true NZ en Auckland businessman Jim Grenon's letter to NZME has been released to the NZX by the firm. Grenon has concerns about the operation, governance and finances of the media company. He does not propose to be an 'average, passive board chair'. Auckland businessman Jim Grenon 's full letter to NZME, outlining his concerns around the operation, governance and finances of the media company, has been released to the NZX by the firm - with the b...[+99 chars] 2025-03-21T04:30:47 ESG and Compliance Analyst at Access Bank Plc Nigerian Jobs https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4202446/esg-and-compliance-analyst-at-access-bank-plc.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Access Bank Plc is recruiting for an ESG and Compliance Analyst. The position is located in Victoria Island, Lagos State. Candidates should possess a Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, Law, Finance or related field. Access Bank Plc is recruiting to fill the position of: ESG and Compliance Analyst. The position is located in Victoria Island, Lagos State. Interested candidates should possess a Bachelors Degree Envi...[+78 chars] 2025-03-21T04:00:00 AI model training on copyrighted data needs public review: Industry Annapurna Roy https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/artificial-intelligence/ai-model-training-on-copyrighted-data-needs-public-review-industry/articleshow/119268063.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119268416,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-22998,overlay-ettech/articleshow.jpg IN en The Centre should initiate public consultations to review the legality of training AI models on copyrighted data, consider necessary amendments to the Copyright Act, and clarify the scope of 'fair dealing' in the copyright law. The ministry of electronics and IT published the AI governance guidelines development report in January. It has since received more than 100 suggestions from the industry. Nasscom, CoRE-AI, and CUTS suggest that privacy and transparency imperatives need to be balanced. The Centre should initiate public consultations to review the legality of training AI models on copyrighted data, consider necessary amendments to the Copyright Act, and clarify the scope of 'fair dea...[+4465 chars] 2025-03-21T03:51:00 EBP platform must for private debt issue size above Rs 20 crore ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ebp-platform-must-for-private-debt-issue-size-above-rs-20-crore/articleshow/119278033.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119278079,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-1226936,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi proposes to make electronic book provider (EBP) platform mandatory for all private placement of debt securities of issue size over ₹20 crore. It has also proposed extending products on the EBP platform to Infrastructure investment trusts (InvITs) and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). "Mumbai: Sebi has proposed to make electronic book provider (EBP) platform mandatory for all private placement of debt securities of issue size of over ₹20 crore from the current threshold of ₹50 crore...[+436 chars]" 2025-03-21T03:48:00 Sebi may allow startup founders to retain Esops ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-may-allow-startup-founders-to-retain-esops/articleshow/119277929.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119277965,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-8430,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi proposes to allow startup founders to hold employee stock option schemes even after the company goes public. However, they would have to be classified as promoters at the time of filing of the IPO document. The requirement of no new issuances under share-based employee benefit scheme to promoters would continue. "Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel Mumbai: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed to allow startup founders to h...[+1367 chars]" 2025-03-21T03:43:23 Ithaca considers recommitting to its Green New Deal following federal pushback WSKG https://www.wrvo.org/2025-03-20/ithaca-considers-recommitting-to-its-green-new-deal-following-federal-pushback https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/448f2de/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3975x2087+0+178/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Flegacy%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F11%2FIthaca-2.jpg US en The city of Ithaca is considering reaffirming its commitment to the climate goals laid out in its Green New Deal, which passed in 2019. Some of those plans include electrifying all of its buildings and replacing the city's gas-powered cars with electric ones. The city is behind on some of those targets, and Trump also opposes similar climate policies. "The city of Ithaca is considering reaffirming its commitment to the climate goals laid out in its Green New Deal following pushback from the Trump administration against similar climate policies. The ...[+1529 chars]" 2025-03-21T03:42:02 Singapore demands urgent action from businesses on climate transition, driven by politics, economics, and nature Gemma Iso https://theindependent.sg/singapore-demands-urgent-action-from-businesses-on-climate-transition-driven-by-politics-economics-and-nature https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/7090.jpg SG en Singapore's Ambassador for Climate Action spoke at the Singapore Business Federation Dialogue on March 17. He stressed the need for businesses to start planning their transition towards sustainability without delay. Singapore remains committed to taking bold steps in addressing climate change and aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. SINGAPORE: As the world faces increasingly severe climate disruptions and the inevitability of stringent carbon regulations, businesses are being urged to proactively plan for their transition to sust...[+3576 chars] 2025-03-21T03:38:00 [브레이크뉴스] 광명시, 지속가능한 지역발전 이끄는 광명형 ESG 강화 이현준기자 http://breaknews.com/1102184 https://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2025032140593552.jpg?ti=1742529435 KR en "ESG is an action figure created by the Action Team and is used in the game ""EsG"" on the PlayStation Portable. It is a combination of ""ESG"" and ""Action Team"" with a number of other team names. It has a total score of 17. " "[브레이크뉴스경기남부=광명 이현준기자] 광명시가 지역사회 지속가능발전을 위해 한국마사회 광명지사와 환경보건기술연구원은 21일 '지속가능한 미래를 위한 ESG 이행협약'을 체결했다. 이번 협약은 두 기관이 '광명 ESG 액션팀(Action Team)'에 가입해 ESG 경영 실천뿐만 아니라 가용 자원과 정보를 활용한 지속적인 협력으로 지역 문제해결과 지역발전에...[+3857 chars]" 2025-03-21T03:00:00 BIS to enforce stricter green norm certification for businesses from August Dhirendra Kumar https://www.livemint.com/news/india/environmental-management-systems-ems-bis-certification-sustainability-goals-eco-friendly-practices-11742465393275.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/20/1600x900/BIS_1742476661904_1742476672693.png IN en Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has tightened standards for so-called environmental management systems (EMS), internal company systems to minimize impact and improve performance on the environmental front. BIS has mandated all businesses to adopt the new EMS norms by 21 August. Companies will need to track their environmental footprint, minimize waste, conserve resources and comply with existing environmental laws. Businesses across the country have five months to adopt stricter norms to reduce their environmental impact, by crafting clear policies, setting sustainability goals, and adopting eco-friendly practic...[+4162 chars] 2025-03-21T00:42:08 Key policy reforms: SECP sets up Sustainable Finance Advisory Group Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40354054/key-policy-reforms-secp-sets-up-sustainable-finance-advisory-group https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/21032046647ee47.jpg?r=032126 PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has established a Sustainable Finance Advisory Group to provide strategic guidance on key policy reforms aimed at advancing sustainability in Pakistan's capital markets. The Advisory Group comprises representatives from the Asian Development Bank, International Finance Corporation and UN Women. Musarat Jabeen will serve as the Convener. ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has established a Sustainable Finance Advisory Group to provide strategic guidance on key policy reforms aimed at advancing sustain...[+1088 chars] 2025-03-21T00:42:07 Disney shareholders reject push to burn its scorecard on LGBTQ rights https://dnyuz.com/2025/03/20/disney-shareholders-reject-push-to-burn-its-scorecard-on-lgbtq-rights https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Disney-shareholders-reject-push-to-burn-its-scorecard-on-LGBTQ.jpg US en Just 1% of shareholders supported the proposal at Disney's annual shareholder meeting on Thursday. The conservative think tank called on Disney to drop its participation in the Corporate Equality Index. President Donald Trump has lashed out against DEI programs with several companies. Disney is making changes to its DEI program. "Disney ( Just 1% of shareholders supported the proposal, which was introduced by the National Center for Public Policy Research, at Disney's annual shareholder meeting on Thursday. The conservative th...[+726 chars]" 2025-03-21T00:34:00 Elon Musk issued summons in SEC case over Twitter stake disclosure https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2025/03/21/elon-musk-issued-summons-in-sec-case-over-twitter-stake-disclosure https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/03/21/3224548.jpg MY en Elon Musk was issued a summons in connection with the Securities and Exchange Commission's lawsuit against him. An answer is due on April 4. The SEC accused Musk of waiting too long to disclose in 2022 that he had amassed a large stake in Twitter, the social media company he later bought and renamed X. "FILE PHOTO: Elon Musk leaves following a luncheon with members of the Senate Republican Conference on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 5, 2025. REUTERS/Kent Nishimura/File Photo (Reuters)...[+1164 chars]" 2025-03-21T00:30:00 "WuXi Biologics Named to CDP Water Security ""A List"" for Second Consecutive Year" Wu Xi Biologics https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/wuxi-biologics-named-to-cdp-water-security-a-list-for-second-consecutive-year/article_87b89dd5-c609-57c9-ad3c-6c2fef54c133.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en WuXi Biologics (2269.HK) has been recognized by the environmental non-profit CDP for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on water security for the second year in a row. It is a leading global Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO). "Launching the Water Excellence Stewardship (WES) program to advance UN Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG6) Contributing to the 2025 World Water Day campaign to ensure the availability of water and s...[+413 chars]" 2025-03-21T00:01:39 Kemi Badenoch is wrong about net zero - but she is right to centre living standards in the debate Smith Mordak https://www.businessgreen.com/opinion/4411178/kemi-badenoch-wrong-about-net-zero-centre-living-standards-debate https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/58a356e/8d0dc7d7-62c5-4b1b-860b-d5dcff2ade07/4/Smith-Mordak-Pic-370x229.jpg GB en "Green groups are speaking out against Kemi Badenoch's claim that it's ""impossible"" for the UK to meet its 2050 net zero target without serious action. UK Green Building Council is one of the groups that is speaking out.   " "Green groups - including my own, the UK Green Building Council - are rightly speaking out against Kemi Badenoch's claim that it's ""impossible"" for the UK to meet its 2050 net zero target ""without a se...[+8 chars]" 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Driving diversity through governance Staff Writer https://www.livemint.com/industry/ai-diversity-caret-innovation-lab-sebi-natwest-group-sembcorp-skilling-genai-us-donald-trump-11742473066445.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/20/1600x900/VIJ_9049_1742473259706_1742473412991.JPG IN en Mint organized a roundtable discussion as part of the Leadership Dialogues series titled Realizing India's Economic Dividend: Distribution of opportunity. The panel discussed how corporate governance can be leveraged to change the dynamics of diversity, equality, and inclusivity in Indian companies and boards. Since the pandemic, the corporate world has undergone a significant change. What was happening post 2020 is not working anymore. The people, their demands, and what they want from their office are com...[+6713 chars] 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Sebi Proposes Key Changes For EBP, RFQ Platforms https://m.rediff.com/news/commentary/2025/mar/21/sebi-proposes-key-changes-for-ebp-rfq-platforms/db0fac0e3c43317480e881de0876c64a https://im.rediff.com/money/2024/may/25sebi1.jpg IN en Sebi proposes changes to norms for the Electronic Book Provider (EBP) platform and the Request for Quote (RFQ) platform in a bid to boost liquidity in the corporate bond market and improve transparency. EBP is proposed to be mandatory for all private placement issues of issue sizes over Rs 20 crore. RFQ proposes aligning the yield to price computation days for non-convertible securities in the same way as government securities. The Securities and Exchange Board of India on Thursday proposed changes to norms for the Electronic Book Provider (EBP) platform and the Request for Quote (RFQ) platform in a bid to boost liquidity in...[+1287 chars] 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Cebu Landmasters nets P5B from bond offering The Manila Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/Cebu_Landmasters_nets_P5B_from_bond_offering https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Cebu Landmasters Inc. raised P5 billion from sustainability-linked bonds listed on Friday at the Philippine Dealing and Exchange Corp. The proceeds will allow the firm to continue with its mission of building ""communities where Filipino families can thrive"". " VISAYAS-MINDANAO developer Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) has raised P5 billion from sustainability-linked bonds that were listed on Friday at the Philippine Dealing and Exchange Corp. The proceeds, CLI ...[+172 chars] 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Earth Hour 2025: lights off, climate protection on! (Deutsche Telekom AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/Earth_Hour_2025_lights_off_climate_protection_on_Deutsche_Te https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en On March 22, 2025, millions of people, communities and companies around the world are called upon to turn off the light and turn on climate protection. (Corporate Responsibility 03-21-2025 Katja Poschke) Earth Hour 2025 is on March 22. ) Corporate Responsibility 03-21-2025 Katja Poschke 0 Comments Earth Hour 2025 - Turn off the light and turn on climate protection Share Print Read out On March 22, 2025, it will be that time again: M...[+80 chars] 2025-03-21T00:00:00 ISSUE OF Issue of the Aggregate Nominal Amount of Ten-Year Quanto GBP Worst of Phoenix Autocallable Notes linked to an Index Basket, due May 16, 2035 (Goldman Sachs & Co Wertpapier GmbH) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/ISSUE_OF_Issue_of_the_Aggregate_Nominal_Amount_of_TenYear_Qu https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ) Execution Version ISIN: XS3008700588 Common Code: 300870058 Valoren: 41820369 WKN: GV037H PIPG Tranche Number: 652135 Final Terms dated March 20, 2025. Legal Entity Identifier (LEI): ) Execution Version ISIN: XS3008700588 Common Code: 300870058 Valoren: 41820369 WKN: GV037H PIPG Tranche Number: 652135 Final Terms dated March 20, 2025 GOLDMAN, SACHS & CO. WERTPAPIER GMBH Legal Enti...[+20 chars] 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Investors are taking a fresh look at climate tech The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/Investors_are_taking_a_fresh_look_at_climate_tech https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Elbow Beach's climate tech fund secured £63 million from investors to back pioneering UK tech firms. Jon Pollock, chief executive of Elbow Beach, said its success showed there had been a change in the climate towards tech that has real impact on the customer. A climate tech fund that has secured £63 million from investors to back pioneering UK tech firms has called the turn on two difficult years for the sector despite waning political support for net-zero...[+235 chars] 2025-03-21T00:00:00 The Omnibus Package Seeks To Redefine The EU's Sustainability, ESG Regulations MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/The_Omnibus_Package_Seeks_To_Redefine_The_EUs_Sustainability https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission introduced measures aimed at streamlining and simplifying sustainability reporting for businesses a few weeks ago. The measures are housed in the European Commission's website: http://www.investorbrandnetwork.com/en/news/sustainability-reporting-measure. (MENAFN - Investor Brand Network) A few weeks ago , the European Commission introduced measures aimed at streamlining and simplifying sustainability reporting for businesses. The measures housed 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Maxim Power Corp. Reports 2024 Financial and Operating Results with Revenue of $101 million and ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/Maxim_Power_Corp_Reports_2024_Financial_and_Operating_Result https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Maxim Power Corp. (TSX: MXG) announced today the release of financial and operating results for the quarter ended March 21st, 2025.  ""MAXIM"" or the ""Corporation"" is the parent company of the company." "CALGARY, Alberta , March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maxim Power Corp. (""MAXIM"" or the ""Corporation"") (TSX: MXG) announced today the release of financial and operating" 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Daiwa Securities Group Inc. Plans to Announce its Earnings Results for the Fourth Quarter on April 28 [PDF:204KB] (Daiwa Securities Group Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/Daiwa_Securities_Group_Inc_Plans_to_Announce_its_Earnings_Re https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Daiwa Securities Group Inc. plans to announce its Earnings Results for the Fourth Quarter on April 28. Akihiko Ogino, President and CEO, is the CEO of the company. The company's shares are traded on TSE Prime and NSE Premiere. ) March 21, 2025 Daiwa Securities Group Inc. Akihiko Ogino, President and CEO (Securities Code: 8601 TSE Prime and NSE Premiere) Daiwa Securities Group Inc. Plans to Announce its Earnings Results for ...[+67 chars] 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Nordic Paper's annual report and sustainability report 2024 (Nordic Paper Holding AB) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/Nordic_Papers_annual_report_and_sustainability_report_2024_N https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/[] US en Nordic Paper's annual report and sustainability report 2024 is published according to the rules of the Exchange. It was published on March 21st at 12:50:00 CET. It is based on the information disclosed in Nordic Paper's and the Exchange's annual reports. ) Published: 2025-03-21 12:50:00 CET Nordic Paper Holding AB - Other information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange Nordic Paper's annual report and sustainability report 2024Nordic Pape...[+36 chars] 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Study Finds Addressing ESG Risks Is Linked To Improved Stock Market Performance MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/Study_Finds_Addressing_ESG_Risks_Is_Linked_To_Improved_Stock https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies can greatly enhance value for private equity funds when implemented effectively, according to a recent study by Menafn.   . i.e. environmental, social, and governance (ESS) strategies. (MENAFN - Investor Brand Network) Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies can greatly enhance value for private equity funds when implemented effectively. A recent study has found 2025-03-21T00:00:00 Disclosure of holding of specified securities and Holding of specified securities in dematerialized form. (BSE Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/21/Disclosure_of_holding_of_specified_securities_and_Holding_of https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ) NOTICES Notice No. 20250321-6 Notice Date 21 Mar 2025 Category Circulars Listed Companies Segment General Subject Disclosure of holding of specified securities and Holding of securities in dematerialized form. Attachments Disclosure of dematerialised form and content. ) NOTICES Notice No. 20250321-6 Notice Date 21 Mar 2025 Category Circulars Listed Companies Segment General Subject Disclosure of holding of specified securities and Holding of specified securities in...[+81 chars] 2025-03-20T23:54:30 West Moberly First Nations seeks member consultation for Environmental, Social and Governance report Ed Hitchins https://www.pentictonherald.ca/spare_news/article_fe33fc50-1068-5999-b065-89778296e748.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/pentictonherald.ca/content/tncms/custom/image/580620b2-214c-11e7-a0a7-e318d9632e72.jpg?resize=600%2C148 CA en West Moberly First Nations (WMFN) is looking for member feedback in conducting its Environmental, Social and Governance report for 2024. The deadline to enter is Tuesday, April 1st 2025. The report is an outline disclosing practices pertaining to the environment, social and governance development. "MOBERLY LAKE, B.C. — A northeast B.C. Indigenous community is looking for member feedback in conducting its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report for 2024. In March West Moberly First Nati...[+1423 chars]" 2025-03-20T23:48:42 Groundbreaking Study Unveils Strategies for Global ESG Shareholder SCIENMAG https://scienmag.com/groundbreaking-study-unveils-strategies-for-global-esg-shareholder-engagement-by-asset-owners https://scienmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Groundbreaking-Study-Unveils-Strategies-for-Global-ESG-Shareholder-Engagement-by-Asset-Owners-1742514525.jpg TR en The research was sponsored by the Laudes Foundation and penned by academics Dr. Emilio Marti of the Rotterdam School of Management, Dr. Kevin Chuah from the D'Amore-McKim School of Business, and Professor Jean-Pascal Gond of Bayes Business School. The authors identify two distinct chains of influence: company-centric and owner-centric. The report offers actionable recommendations for bridging these chains. A groundbreaking study has emerged, shedding light on the mechanisms by which investors can enhance shareholder engagement on environmental, societal, and governance (ESG) issues. The report, aptly na...[+7380 chars] 2025-03-20T23:06:07 Most Japan firms stay committed to diversity despite US moves, Reuters survey shows Kiyoshi Takenaka https://www.reuters.com/world/japan/most-japan-firms-stay-committed-diversity-despite-us-moves-reuters-survey-shows-2025-03-20 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/AW4KNE7VDJOG5C3YTXKLOAJCXA.jpg?auth=5808c14732861392693b8257dd0a6e0a72c3f6bf205ff0269d911640d31864b2&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en More than three-quarters of Japanese companies have no plan to pull back from promoting workplace diversity and decarbonisation. Since taking office in January, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a series of executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion programmes. Japan runs far behind the United States and other members of the Group of Seven advanced economies in gender equality. TOKYO, March 21 (Reuters) - More than three-quarters of Japanese companies have no plan to pull back from promoting workplace diversity and decarbonisation despite recent policy changes in the United ...[+3397 chars] 2025-03-20T22:41:00 City of Elizabeth Announces 2025 Earth Day Cleanup https://www.tapinto.net/towns/elizabeth/articles/city-of-elizabeth-announces-2025-earth-day-cleanup http://tapinto-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/photos/d3/facebook_4f7e71dbf0df1e166c3f_mini_magick20250320-700447-1y6pof2.jpg US en The City of Elizabeth invites residents to help make the community green for Earth Day in 2025. The event will take place on April 22, starting at City Hall at 9 a.m. The schedule is as follows: Registration, distribution of supplies, and departure to cleanup sites. "ELIZABETH, NJ - The City of Elizabeth invites residents to help make the community green for Earth Day in 2025. The event will take place on April 22, starting at City Hall at 9 a.m. Below is a full s...[+99 chars]" 2025-03-20T22:13:00 Sidetrade sets new ESG benchmarks with elevated EthiFinance and EcoVadis ratings Mar. 20, 2025 22:13 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6064915 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Sidetrade has been awarded a Platinum medal from EthiFinance and a Silver medal from EcoVadis for 2024 in terms of corporate sustainability. Sidetrade is the global leader in AI-powered Order-to-Cash applications. It analyzes $7.2 trillion worth of B2B payment transactions every day in its Cloud. It serves global businesses in more than 85 countries. Sidetrade, the global leader in AI-powered Order-to-Cash applications, has raised the bar in corporate sustainability, securing a prestigious Platinum medal from EthiFinance and a Silver medal from Ec...[+4046 chars] 2025-03-20T21:52:29 EARTHX ANNOUNCES 9TH ANNUAL E-CAPITAL SUMMIT: CATALYZING ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCE THROUGH INVESTMENT AND INDUSTRY INNOVATION PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/earthx_announces_9th_annual_ecapital_summit_catalyzing_envir https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/[] US en EarthX will host the 9th Annual E-Capital Summit from April 22 through April 24, 2025 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas. It is the premier gathering for anyone serious about driving pragmatic sustainability-related investments and industry innovation. DALLAS, March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International environmental non-profit EarthX is proud to announce it will host the 9th Annual E-Capital Summit from April 22 through April 24, 2025 at the Hilto...[+213 chars] 2025-03-20T21:45:37 New NGO research uncovers massive greenwashing in European ESG funds Media Briefing https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/new-ngo-research-uncovers-massive https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd2724da-0fee-4d47-a0d2-2f112de613b1_300x168.jpeg US en More than one-third of European ESG funds invested more than EUR 123 billion in companies pushing fossil fuel expansion projects or lacking a credible Paris-aligned coal phase-out plan. Glencore and its subsidiaries were at the top of the list with a total of EUR 770 million invested in coal companies with expansion plans. Extensive financial research by NGOs Urgewald and Facing Finance has uncovered massive greenwashing in European ESG funds, also known as Article 8 and Article 9 funds. More than 14,000 ESG funds trade...[+9454 chars] 2025-03-20T21:32:00 SGS Achieves ISO 45001:2018 ANAB Accreditation in North America SGS https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/sgs-achieves-iso-45001-2018-anab-accreditation-in-north-america/article_841e0384-08f0-52cf-bbf5-fb313577cb55.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en SGS has achieved accreditation by ANAB for ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems. SGS is the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company. The accreditation aligns with SGS's Strategy 27, which sets ambitious growth targets in North America. BLOOMFIELD, NJ, March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company has achieved accreditation by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) for ISO...[+1052 chars] 2025-03-20T20:56:00 What the sale of the Celtics means for the NBA's return to Seattle https://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/news/2025/03/20/supersonics-sonics-celtics-chisholm-nba-grousbeck.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12853624/nba-clippers-trail-blazers-preseason-cpa-07*1200xx4882-2738-0-387.jpg US en The NBA cleared two major hurdles for expansion with a new collective bargaining agreement in 2023 and a new TV deal in July. Boston Celtics are selling at a $6.1 billion valuation to a group led by Bill Chisholm, co-founder of private equity firm STG. Las Vegas, Mexico City, Vancouver and Kansas City are rumoured to be interested in adding NBA teams. Will the SuperSonics tip off in Climate Pledge Arena before the 2039 Ballard light rail expansion? What seemed like an inevitability has become a complicated question, but with Thursday's news that th...[+2746 chars] 2025-03-20T20:41:58 No mandatory CSR compliance for cement industries in Khrew-Wuyan Javid Sofi https://risingkashmir.com/no-mandatory-csr-compliance-for-cement-industries-in-khrew-wuyan https://risingkashmir.blr1.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Saifco-Cements-Plant-at-Khamoh.jpg IN en Khrew-Wuyan cement industry does not fall under the mandatory Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) compliance criteria outlined in Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013. However, some cement industries in Khrew-wuyan have undertaken CSR initiatives in 2023-24 focusing on environmental sustainability and infrastructure development. They collectively spent about ₹1,62,57,864. Pulwama, Mar 20: The Jammu and Kashmir government has clarified that none of the cement industries operating in Khrew-Wuyan fall under the mandatory Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) compliance cr...[+1311 chars] 2025-03-20T20:25:55 EXL to Host Investor Strategy Update Event on May 6 in New York Exlservice Holdings https://www.enidnews.com/region/exl-to-host-investor-strategy-update-event-on-may-6-in-new-york/article_1315074e-5430-5591-aef7-dc63121b856a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ExlService Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXLS) will be holding an investor strategy update event on May 6 at the NASDAQ MarketSite in Times Square New York. The event will be hosted by Rohit Kapoor, chairman and chief executive officer, and members of the EXL executive leadership team. NEW YORK, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ExlService Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXLS), a global data and AI company, today announced it will be holding an investor strategy update event on May 6, at t...[+1545 chars] 2025-03-20T20:16:59 EXL to Host Investor Strategy Update Event on May 6 in New York Exl Service Holdings https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/exl-to-host-investor-strategy-update-event-on-may-6-in-new-york/article_32e46383-2fd8-5e75-9a77-647f1b511b32.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ExlService Holdings, Inc. will hold an investor strategy update event on May 6 at the NASDAQ MarketSite in Times Square New York. The event will be hosted by Rohit Kapoor, chairman and chief executive officer, and will focus on the progression of EXL's data and AI strategy, new operating model and latest solutions. NEW YORK, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ExlService Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXLS), a global data and AI company, today announced it will be holding an investor strategy update event on May 6, at t...[+284 chars] 2025-03-20T20:15:00 EXL to Host Investor Strategy Update Event on May 6 in New York Exl Service Holdings https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exl-host-investor-strategy-event-201500972.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/8zkhG.Qpy5BqufECWsQ2tg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NDc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/cf17822b4ca39e5678cf927f48e50a39 US en ExlService Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXLS) will hold an investor strategy update event on May 6 at the NASDAQ MarketSite in Times Square New York. The event will be hosted by Rohit Kapoor, chairman and chief executive officer, and will focus on the progression of EXL's data and AI strategy. NEW YORK, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ExlService Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXLS), a global data and AI company, today announced it will be holding an investor strategy update event on May 6, at t...[+1239 chars] 2025-03-20T20:00:11 Disney shareholders reject push to burn its scorecard on LGBTQ rights https://qz.com/disney-shareholders-human-rights-campaign-1851771342 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_675,pg_1,q_80,w_1200/26a57b00b5c61f02a12bbd9623809a0d.jpg US en Disney shareholders rejected a proposal urging the company to withdraw from the Human Rights Campaign's (HRC) Corporate Equality Index. The index ranks companies based on their LGBTQ policies and workplace protections. Disney currently holds a perfect score of 100. Ford, Lowe's, and Harley-Davidson have already pulled out of the index. Disney (DIS-1.55% ) shareholders overwhelmingly rejected a proposal urging the company to withdraw from the Human Rights Campaign's (HRC) Corporate Equality Index, a ranking that evaluates companies b...[+2329 chars] 2025-03-20T19:24:00 Sebi tweaks disclosure requirements for shareholding patterns to improve clarity PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-tweaks-disclosure-requirements-for-shareholding-patterns-to-improve-clarity/articleshow/119264804.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119264871,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-23184,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi introduced modifications to the disclosure requirements for shareholding patterns in a bid to improve the clarity. Listing entities are required to disclose details of non-disposal undertakings (NDU), other encumbrances, and the total number of shares on a fully diluted basis. "Markets regulator Sebi on Thursday introduced modifications to the disclosure requirements for shareholding patterns in a bid to improve the clarity. Under the revised format, listed entities are requ...[+1074 chars]" 2025-03-20T19:15:00 Nintendo, Microsoft, and other developers will share accessibility labels about their games Jay Peters https://www.theverge.com/news/633405/esa-accessible-games-initiative-nintendo-google-microsoft-ea-ubisoft https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/jbareham_170221_1475_0010.0.jpg.webp?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0%2C10.732984293194%2C100%2C78.534031413613&w=1200 US en The Accessible Games Initiative is a cross-industry effort to share clearer information about the accessibility features in video games. EA, Google, Microsoft, Nintendo of America, Ubisoft, Amazon Games, Riot Games, Square Enix, and Warner Bros. Games have joined the initiative. The timeline for the implementation of the tags will be voluntary. "Skip to main content The tags will show up on digital storefronts and product pages. The tags will show up on digital storefronts and product pages. Mar 20, 2025, 7:15 PM UTC Five major video game com...[+3423 chars]" 2025-03-20T19:07:09 Could Elon Musk Step Down as Tesla CEO? What We Know https://dnyuz.com/2025/03/20/could-elon-musk-step-down-as-tesla-ceo-what-we-know https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Could-Elon-Musk-Step-Down-as-Tesla-CEO-What-We.jpg US en Major investors have recently called for Elon Musk to step down as Tesla's CEO. Musk has been in the position since 2008. He has a new DOGE role. Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management owns 262,000 shares in Tesla. Christopher Tsai's investment firm holds 70,000 Tesla shares. Musk owns about 12.8 percent of the company. "Major investors have recently called for Newsweek has reached out to Tesla via email for comment. Why It Matters The electric vehicle giant is battling Alongside increased Newsweek that Musk's departu...[+4718 chars]" 2025-03-20T18:54:02 Could Elon Musk Step Down as Tesla CEO? What We Know Hugh Cameron https://www.newsweek.com/could-elon-musk-tesla-ceo-step-down-2048028 https://d.newsweek.com/en/full/2611474/elon-musk.jpg US en Major investors have called for Elon Musk to step down as Tesla's chief executive officer. The electric vehicle giant is battling weak sales across several markets, boycotts and protests at Tesla showrooms, and a stock price falling further from the record highs achieved in mid-December. Many have pointed to Musk's political activities and his role in the Trump administration as contributing to these difficulties. Musk has been the CEO of Tesla since 2008. "Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Major investors have recently called for Elon Musk to step down as Tesla's ...[+6388 chars]" 2025-03-20T18:53:40 Exclusive Poll: Majority of Americans Oppose ESG as State Financial Officers Fight Against It Andres Kudacki/AP https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/03/20/exclusive-poll-majority-americans-oppose-esg-state-financial-officers-fight-against-it https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/03/climate-protest-640x335.jpg US en A majority of Americans oppose controversial environment, social, and governance (ESG) policies. State financial officers across the nation have committed to fighting these policies. ESG has become the latest vector through which Wall Street asset managers push companies to adopt leftist policies they otherwise would not back. A majority of Americans oppose controversial environment, social, and governance (ESG) policies, which state financial officers across the nation have committed to fighting, Breitbart News has learned...[+5080 chars] 2025-03-20T18:41:49 Disney shareholders vote to keep DEI workplace survey participation Reuters https://nypost.com/2025/03/20/business/disney-shareholders-vote-to-keep-dei-workplace-survey-participation https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/disney-shareholders-dei.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1742480061&w=1024 US en Disney shareholders rejected a proposal to withdraw the company from the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equality index. Disney was among 765 companies to receive a perfect score in its 2025 ranking. Disney changed its executive compensation criteria, replacing the objective of increasing diversity and inclusion with a factor called 'talent strategy' Disney shareholders rejected an investor proposal to withdraw participation in the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equality index, which rates workplaces on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and q...[+3061 chars] 2025-03-20T18:35:00 Sebi mulls mandatory e-book mechanism for pvt debt securities above Rs 20 cr PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-mulls-mandatory-e-book-mechanism-for-pvt-debt-securities-above-rs-20-cr/articleshow/119263434.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119263530,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-67696,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi proposes making electronic book mechanism mandatory for all private placement debt issues exceeding Rs 20 crore. The regulator is also looking to expand the scope of the Electronic Book Provider platform to include REITs and InvITs. Sebi has sought public comments till April 10 on the proposals. Markets regulator Sebi on Thursday proposed making electronic book mechanism mandatory for all private placement debt issues exceeding Rs 20 crore and is looking to expand the platform's scope to incl...[+3258 chars] 2025-03-20T17:58:02 Holyrood pension scheme urged to fully divest from Elon Musk's Tesla Lucy Jackson https://www.thenational.scot/news/25025380.holyrood-pension-scheme-urged-fully-divest-elon-musks-tesla https://www.thenational.scot/resources/images/19232209.jpg?type=og-image GB en Scottish Parliament Pension Scheme has holdings in Tesla through Baillie Gifford, which controls the fund. Greens MSP Mark Ruskell wants the scheme to fully divest from Tesla and other companies owned by Elon Musk. SPCB will consult members of the pension scheme on the issue. "THE Scottish Parliament Pension Scheme has been urged to fully divest from Tesla and any other companies owned by Elon Musk. It comes after we told how the scheme has holdings in Tesla through Baillie...[+2784 chars]" 2025-03-20T17:51:44 Corre Energy shareholders approve stock market exit John Mulligan https://www.independent.ie/business/corre-energy-shareholders-approve-stock-market-exit/a238761309.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/68ldeYSz47303sz1ancf53-pnuU=/33x0:277x163/244x0/prod-mh-ireland/e7953c96-e059-4207-a0d5-8ffb4465ed19/fd10cc80-b46d-4acf-844a-d5a781900485/e7953c96-e059-4207-a0d5-8ffb4465ed19.jpg IE en Corre Energy's shares will be delisted from March 27. The company listed on the Euronext in Dublin in 2021, valuing it at €62m. Its market capitalisation now is just €7m, down from €11m in December. Its management team has identified potential funding solutions for the portfolio 'outside the public markets' "In a vote on Thursday, just under 100pc of all the shares voted for the resolution were in favour of the move. The last full day of trading for Corre Energy's shares on Dublin Euronext will be March 2...[+2344 chars]" 2025-03-20T17:48:48 Disney shareholders reject anti-DEI proposal Lauren Edmonds https://www.businessinsider.com/disney-shareholders-reject-anti-dei-proposal-2025-3 https://i.insider.com/67dc3a4663d72727e197c592?width=1200&format=jpeg US en "Disney shareholders rejected a proposal to stop participating in the Corporate Equality Index. The index measures companies by policies, benefits, and practices that support LGBTQ+ employees. Disney has had a perfect score on the index every year since 2007. In 2022, Disney publicly opposed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's so-called ""Don't Say Gay"" bill." "Disney shareholders rejected an anti-DEI proposal on Thursday. A conservative think tank proposed that Disney stop participating in the Corporate Equality Index. Shareholders for Apple and Costco prev...[+3094 chars]" 2025-03-20T17:46:16 Disney investors reject a proposal to withdraw from HRC's diversity index Dawn Chmielewski https://finance.yahoo.com/news/disney-investors-reject-proposal-withdraw-174616954.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/0235e0dc58045878ed7e05aa446d8912 US en Disney shareholders rejected a proposal to withdraw the company from the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index. Disney is among the highest-profile employers to revise some of its diversity and inclusion practices as the Trump administration cracks down on diversity, equity and inclusion. Disney was among 765 companies to receive a perfect score in the HRC's 2025 ranking. "By Dawn Chmielewski (Reuters) - Disney shareholders rejected an investor proposal to withdraw participation in the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index, which rates workplaces on lesbian, ga...[+2788 chars]" 2025-03-20T17:46:12 Disney Faces Shareholder Pushback Amid DEI Controversy Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3315525-disney-faces-shareholder-pushback-amid-dei-controversy https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/21_06_2024_18_35_36_0989069.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Disney shareholders rejected a proposal to exit the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index. Only 1% of shareholders voted in favor of the proposal. Disney made changes to executive compensation criteria to reflect a shift away from traditional diversity, equity, and inclusion objectives to a broader 'talent strategy' In a significant development, Disney shareholders have overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to exit the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index. The index evaluates companies on LGBTQ equality. T...[+909 chars] 2025-03-20T17:37:51 Leaked docs exposing true cost of Net Zero ‘prove what we all knew all along', MPs blast Jack Elsom https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/politics/33953299/leaked-docs-exposing-true-cost-net-zero-proves https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/secretary-state-energy-security-net-979096357.jpg?strip=all&quality=100&w=1920&h=1080&crop=1 GB en The Sun has published a damning report on the impact of going green on the economy and the environment. The report was leaked by the Business Department. It warns that reaching the climate goal by 2050 'could act as a sudden shock, resulting in a sudden drop in value and presenting a risk to investors and shareholders'. "NET Zero sceptics tonight seized upon a damning government leak that lays bare the eye-watering cost of going green - saying it 'proves what we all knew all along'. The Sun's r evelation of a secret W...[+1989 chars]" 2025-03-20T17:07:13 Aba NUP abaawambibwa bakomyewo balojja bye baayitamu https://www.ntv.co.ug/ug/news/akawungeezi/aba-nup-abaawambibwa-bakomyewo-balojja-bye-baayitamu-4973012 https://www.ntv.co.ug/resource/blob/4973016/2af32463e0c2f25ed58dc5259f47588c/abducted-members-nup-data.png UG en 50% of leaders are yet to declare their wealth, according to the National Institute of National Security Affairs. Â.  Ž.1 ż. ž. ž.ż ż. "1 National Over 50% of leaders yet to declare their wealth" 2025-03-20T16:41:53 New Forbes Survey Reveals C-Suite's Vision For Tech-Powered Growth In 2025 Romy Oltuski https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-research/2025/03/20/new-forbes-survey-reveals-c-suites-vision-for-tech-powered-growth-in-2025 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67db3adcb0dab214271e9ae5/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=1200,675,x0,y0,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Forbes Research has released its fifth annual CxO Growth Survey. It polled 1,000 global executives representing companies with at least $1 billion in revenue. Tech is the top priority for CxOs. Sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives have slipped to 7th and 8th place. Cybersecurity and AI are the most important tech investments. "By Romy Oltuski Their optimistic projections, along with the short-term challenges that could derail that trajectory, are captured in our fifth annual CxO Growth Survey, which reflects the viewpoints ...[+4816 chars]" 2025-03-20T16:32:02 Federal agency urged to tackle racism in workplaces https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/federal-agency-urged-to-tackle-racism-in-workplaces-c-18109088 https://images.perthnow.com.au/publication/C-18109088/e1277d70d51ac4a9b6da7b0ced135464f8a80903-16x9-x0y0w1280h720.jpg?imwidth=1200 AU en A Workplace Racial Equality Agency would be set up under a Greens policy to address racism in the private and public sectors. It would measure racial equity within workplaces and gather data on the composition of workforces and boards. The announcement coincides with the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, also known as Harmony Day. "Australian companies could be required to report steps to tackle workplace racism to a federal agency, under a proposal by the Greens. A Workplace Racial Equality Agency would be set up under a Greens...[+1727 chars]" 2025-03-20T16:30:01 Federal agency urged to tackle racism in workplaces Andrew Brown https://www.examiner.com.au/story/8922389/federal-agency-urged-to-tackle-racism-in-workplaces https://www.examiner.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/e54a65cf-0aa8-4182-b664-fa7c800f1542.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en A Workplace Racial Equality Agency would be set up under a Greens policy to address racism in the private and public sectors. The $97.5 million plan would measure racial equity within workplaces and gather data on the composition of workforces and boards, along with actions by companies to deal with racism and discrimination. "Australian companies could be required to report steps to tackle workplace racism to a federal agency, under a proposal by the Greens. A Workplace Racial Equality Agency would be set up under a Greens...[+7511 chars]" 2025-03-20T16:30:01 Federal agency urged to tackle racism in workplaces Andrew Brown https://www.theadvocate.com.au/story/8922389/federal-agency-urged-to-tackle-racism-in-workplaces https://www.theadvocate.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/e54a65cf-0aa8-4182-b664-fa7c800f1542.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Greens proposal would require companies to report steps to tackle workplace racism to a federal agency under proposal by the Greens. The proposal is a response to a proposal from the Labor Party's proposal to tackle racism in the workplace. The Greens have not received any support for the proposal yet. Australian companies could be required to report steps to tackle workplace racism to a federal agency, under a proposal by the Greens. 2025-03-20T16:14:38 Stifel flags disclosure concerns from private equity trust Elliot Gulliver-Needham https://www.cityam.com/stifel-flags-disclosure-concerns-from-private-equity-trust https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Canary-Wharf-Skyline-seen-at-Night-93438022-scaled-1.webp GB en Investment bank Stifel has flagged disclosure concerns in a private equity trust that has cut back on the level of detail it provides around its loans. HgCapital Trust's accounts grew in size from 128 to 132 pages, but there was less disclosure and commentary around debt in the fund than there had been a year ago. The trust's share price has dipped in recent weeks. "By: Elliot Gulliver-Needham Investment Reporter Investment bank Stifel has flagged disclosure concerns in a private equity trust that has cut back on the level of detail it provides around its loans. ...[+2071 chars]" 2025-03-20T15:22:30 US Banks Quit Climate Alliances and Targets. What Does This Mean for a Green Transition? Siddhant Pusdekar https://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/us-banks-quit-climate-alliances-and-targets-what-does-mean-green-transition https://www.sierraclub.org/sites/default/files/styles/sierra_full_page_width/public/2025-03/sierra-wells-fargo-tn.jpg.webp?itok=If53j-Xk US en Wells Fargo has abandoned its net-zero-by-2050 goals as well as its interim goals to cut emissions by 2030. Republican lawmakers brought a case against BlackRock and Vanguard for their membership in the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative. Banks may face similar legal backlash. Banks have an outsized influence on our lives. They control the flow of money generated by hundreds of millions of customers and are the gatekeepers for corporate financing. Their power and influence ...[+6014 chars] 2025-03-20T15:21:00 St Ewe becomes first UK-founded egg packer to achieve B Corp status Grace Duncan https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/st-ewe-becomes-first-uk-founded-egg-packer-to-achieve-b-corp-status/702445.article https://dmrqkbkq8el9i.cloudfront.net/Pictures/1024x536/1/8/0/353180_bcorpstewe_597739_crop.jpg GB en St Ewe Free Range Eggs has been awarded B Corp certification. It is the UK's first egg packer to achieve this status and the first EU-based egg packing brand to achieve it in Europe. St Ewe has doubled its market share in December 2024 compared to 2023 and increased its distribution. "St Ewe Free Range Eggs has been awarded B Corp certification, making it the UK's first egg packer to achieve this status. It is also the first EU-based egg packing brand to achieve this certification ...[+1508 chars]" 2025-03-20T15:18:06 Sebi Tweaks Disclosure Requirements for Shareholding Patterns to Improve Clarity PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-tweaks-disclosure-requirements-for-shareholding-patterns-to-improve-clarity-6723501.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-02-781x441.jpg IN en Market regulator Sebi introduced modifications to the disclosure requirements for shareholding patterns in a bid to improve the clarity. Listing entities are required to disclose details of non-disposal undertakings (NDU), other encumbrances, and the total number of shares pledged or otherwise encumbered. "New Delhi, Mar 20 (PTI) Markets regulator Sebi on Thursday introduced modifications to the disclosure requirements for shareholding patterns in a bid to improve the clarity. Under the revised format, ...[+1500 chars]" 2025-03-20T15:17:32 SEBI Revamps Shareholding Disclosure Norms for Enhanced Transparency Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3315281-sebi-revamps-shareholding-disclosure-norms-for-enhanced-transparency https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/20_03_2025_15_17_32_1768371.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en SEBI announced significant changes to the disclosure requirements concerning shareholding patterns. Listing entities must now disclose details of non-disposal undertakings (NDUs), additional encumbrances, and the total count of shares pledged. The revised format will be implemented by the quarter ending June 30, 2025. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced significant changes to the disclosure requirements concerning shareholding patterns. The update is part of an effort to enhance transpar...[+780 chars] 2025-03-20T15:08:32 Government payment delays choking our expansion plans https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Government-payment-delays-choking-our-expansion-plans-SSGL-1976463 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/149/14925475.jpg GH en Sewage Systems Ghana Limited's (SSGL) success hinges on timely disbursement of government payments for services rendered. The company operates six treatment plants nationwide and plans to expand to all 16 regions of Ghana. The media team visited the Accra Compost and Recycling Plant (ACARP) and Zoomlion's Transfer Station at Pantang-Abokobi on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. "Business News of Thursday, 20 March 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com The successful operation of Sewage Systems Ghana Limited (SSGL) hinges on the timely disbursement of government payments for services ...[+5318 chars]" 2025-03-20T15:07:00 Islamic Capital Market Remains Substantial Contributor To Overall Capital Market BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2404249 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/5d81eed10c890cc22051bae3bfcf85956715c02deb85e MY en The Islamic Capital Market (ICM) continues to play a significant role, accounting for 63.04 per cent of the overall capital market. The ICM expanded by 8.5 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y), increasing from RM2.42 trillion in 2023 to $2.63 trillion as at end-2024. "KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) -- The Islamic Capital Market (ICM) continues to play a significant role, accounting for 63.04 per cent of the overall capital market. In its Annual Report 2024 releas...[+1859 chars]" 2025-03-20T15:02:00 Director Shareholdings https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6064385 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) announces that on March 18-19, 2025, members of the Company's Board of Director's transacted in ordinary shares of 20p each in the Company. David Johnson, non-Executive Chair of the Board, bought 1,250 LSE £10.20 and 15,000 NYSE $13.19. David J. Turner, Jr., Independent Non-Executive Director, bought 48,087 NYSE £0.059. The total interest and per cent of the total issued share capital of the aforesaid Board members may be found in the table below. Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) (NYSE: DEC) announces that on March 18-19, 2025, members of the Company's Board of Director's (the 'Board') transacted in ordinary shares of 20p each in the C...[+2914 chars] 2025-03-20T15:01:54 Corporate Social Responsibility in Oman and its importance Mohammed Anwar Al Balushi https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1167956/opinion/corporate-social-responsibility-in-oman-and-its-importance https://www.omanobserver.om/thumbs/600x600/.jpg OM en Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has gained significant importance in Oman. Businesses want to contribute to the economy, society and environmental sustainability. CSR is not just a matter of conscience but a strategic investment for the future of Oman. Companies with sound CSR programmes are more favoured than those without it. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is the option in today's global economy. More businesses are realising that profitability and social responsibility should be a combined approach. CSR has gained ...[+4821 chars] 2025-03-20T15:01:54 Opinion- Corporate Social Responsibility in Oman and its importance Mohammed Anwar Al Balushi https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1167956/opinion/business/opinion--corporate-social-responsibility-in-oman-and-its-importance https://www.omanobserver.om/omanobserver/uploads/images/2025/03/23/thumbs/600x600/2962612.jpg OM en Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has gained significant importance in Oman. Businesses want to contribute to the economy, society and environmental sustainability. CSR is not just a matter of conscience but a strategic investment for the future of Oman. Companies with sound CSR programmes are more favoured than those without it. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is the option in today's global economy. More businesses are realising that profitability and social responsibility should be a combined approach. CSR has gained ...[+4821 chars] 2025-03-20T15:01:00 Mar. 20, 2025 15:01 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6064386 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) announces the vesting of certain Performance Stock Units ('PSU's') and Restricted Stock Units (RSU's) previously awarded to Persons Discharging Material Responsibility. Senior management vested in PSUs and RSUs, including Rusty Hutson, Jr, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Bradley Gray, President and Chief Financial Officer, Benjamin Sullivan, Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Legal & Risk Officer and Corporate Secretary. "Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) (NYSE: DEC), announces the vesting of certain Performance Stock Units ('PSU's') and Restricted Stock Units (""RSU's"") previously awarded to Persons Discharging...[+4617 chars]" 2025-03-20T14:47:00 SEBI plans changes in Esop norms for IPO-bound firms founders ENS Economic Bureau https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2025/Mar/20/sebi-plans-changes-in-esop-norms-for-ipo-bound-firms-founders https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-03-12%2Fvikjt1f5%2F15f26b5824bd773f0e7f4967aea70659_cx1OlLh.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en SEBI proposes changes in the rules around employee stock options plans (Esops) to help IPO-bound companies' founders exercise their Esops even if they have to be classified as promoters before the company goes public. SEBI also proposes a cooling off period between the grant of Esops and the IPO. MUMBAI: The market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), has proposed some changes in the rules around employee stock options plans (Esops) to help IPO-bound companies' founder...[+2276 chars] 2025-03-20T14:40:53 Sidetrade sets new ESG benchmarks with elevated EthiFinance and EcoVadis ratings https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/20/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sidetrade-sets-new-esg-benchmarks-with-elevated-ethifinance-and-ecovadis-ratings/2077212 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/20/572187.jpg PH en Sidetrade has been awarded a Platinum medal from EthiFinance and a Silver medal from EcoVadis for corporate sustainability for 2024. Sidetrade is the global leader in AI-powered Order-to-Cash applications. It analyzes $7.2 trillion worth of B2B payment transactions every day in its Cloud. It has 400 employees based in Europe, the United States and Canada. "Sidetrade , the global leader in AI-powered Order-to-Cash applications, has raised the bar in corporate sustainability, securing a prestigious Platinum medal from EthiFinance and a Silver medal from E...[+3117 chars]" 2025-03-20T14:31:42 SEBI Proposes Mandatory Electronic Book Mechanism for Debt Issues Over Rs 20 Crore Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3315196-sebi-proposes-mandatory-electronic-book-mechanism-for-debt-issues-over-rs-20-crore https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/05_06_2024_13_57_27_6655861.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) proposes mandatory electronic book mechanisms for issues exceeding Rs 20 crore. The initiative targets improved efficiency and adaptability to market fluctuations. SEBI also proposes changes to anchor investor disclosures, modifications to green shoe options and compulsory open bidding for more substantial issues. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is poised to introduce sweeping changes to the private placement debt market, proposing that electronic book mechanisms become mandatory for issues ex...[+784 chars] 2025-03-20T14:16:16 The Collaboration Myth: Why Our Industry Still Struggles To Work Together https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/the-collaboration-myth-why-our-industry-still-struggles-to-work-together-6ec5522ea14a5abb3c4042243dd4af74 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Lee Green is Cascale's Vice President of Marketing and Communications. In his latest blog, he addresses the collaboration challenges facing the industry. He emphasizes the need for a collective focus on turning critical conversations into tangible, meaningful actions. He also highlights the pivotal role events play in identifying what's working and what's not. In this latest blog, Lee Green, Cascale's Vice President of Marketing and Communications, delves into the collaboration challenges facing the industry. He poses tough questions that the industry must ...[+319 chars] 2025-03-20T14:12:00 Sebi to review minimum shareholding period for OFS in IPOs, FPOs; mulls changes in ESOP rules Shivendra Kumar https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-to-review-minimum-shareholding-period-for-ofs-in-ipos-fpos-mulls-changes-in-esop-rules/articleshow/119254636.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119254604,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-4850,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi seeks stakeholders' comments on minimum holding period for equity shares offered for sale in a public issue. The market watchdog is planning to change rules around Employee Stocks Options (ESOPs) to help founders benefit from ESOPs upon being classified as a promoter in the DRHP. "Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has sought stakeholders' comments on the issue of minimum holding period for equity shares which come for offer for sale (OFS) in a publi...[+2471 chars]" 2025-03-20T14:09:37 RSG Names Charlie Phippen as Chief Executive Officer Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/rsg-names-charlie-phippen-as-chief-executive-officer/article_b21e0075-c018-5296-9439-c2c81aa3f3c5.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/cb/4cb1242f-b6d1-5b55-9e59-158ce6a49ea5/67dc2226b4b12.image.jpg?crop=1175%2C617%2C0%2C573 US en Charlie Phippen has been appointed CEO of RSG, a leader in data-driven research, analytics and modeling. Charlie has over 20 years of leadership experience in research, data, and consulting. Charlie officially steps into the role on March 17, 2025. "WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, Vt.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 20, 2025-- RSG, a leader in data-driven research, analytics, and modeling, has appointed Charlie Phippen as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Charlie o...[+133 chars]" 2025-03-20T14:00:00 West Moberly First Nations seeks member consultation for Environmental, Social and Governance report Ed Hitchins https://energeticcity.ca/2025/03/20/west-moberly-first-nations-seeks-member-consultation-for-environmental-social-and-governance-report https://energeticcity.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Moberly-Lake.jpg CA en West Moberly First Nations needs member feedback for its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report for 2024. The deadline to enter is Tuesday, April 1st 2025. The report is an outline disclosing practices pertaining to the environment, social and governance development. "Getting your Moberly Lake, site of West Moberly and Saulteau First Nations. West Moberly Corporate Alliance announced an online survey to conduct its ESG report for members in March (Tre Lopushinsky, ...[+13982 chars]" 2025-03-20T13:52:14 BUYOUT INVESTIGATION NOTICE: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Investigation into Proposed Buyout of ... Kaskela Law https://www.enidnews.com/region/buyout-investigation-notice-kaskela-law-llc-announces-investigation-into-proposed-buyout-of/article_f23cc21e-f22e-5810-9dc6-4f47d74938f7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating the fairness of the recently announced proposed buyout of Guess? Inc. (NYSE: GES) shareholders to determine if the proposed price fairly compensates investors for their shares. This page requires Javascript to be able to read it. PHILADELPHIA, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating the fairness of the recently announced proposed buyout of Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) shareholders to d...[+2879 chars] 2025-03-20T13:51:55 BUYOUT INVESTIGATION NOTICE: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Investigation into Proposed Buyout of ... Kaskela Law https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/buyout-investigation-notice-kaskela-law-llc-announces-investigation-into-proposed-buyout-of/article_6c3d71ba-16e2-56cf-acef-7bd46048502e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating the fairness of the recently announced proposed buyout of Guess? Inc. (NYSE: GES) to determine whether the proposed price fairly compensates investors for their shares. Kaskela is a law firm based in Philadelphia. PHILADELPHIA, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating the fairness of the recently announced proposed buyout of Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) shareholders to d...[+89 chars] 2025-03-20T13:22:33 Isle of Man Ship Registry plays key role in pioneering maritime wind power project https://www.iomtoday.co.im/news/business/isle-of-man-ship-registry-plays-key-role-in-pioneering-maritime-wind-power-project-776198 https://www.iomtoday.co.im/tindle-static/image/2025/03/20/13/27/Article-collages-IOMT-(2).jpeg?trim=0,0,0,0&width=1200&crop=16:9,smart&quality=75 IM en The initiative aligns with the International Maritime Organisation's goals to reach net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping by or around 2050. IoMSR is also fully committed to the goals through its industry-leading work.   . and 'The initiative also aligns with the International Maritime Organisation's goals, to reach net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping by or around 2050, goals which IoMSR is also fully committ...[+42 chars] 2025-03-20T13:15:21 Moving Beyond Carbon Offsetting To True Regenerative Practices Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Moving_Beyond_Carbon_Offsetting_To_True_Regenerative_Practic https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ujWfA2gDvSI/0.jpg US en In the past, sustainability was about minimizing harm to the environment, but today companies have ambitions toward creating net-positive impacts. Today's sustainability benchmarks focus on creating positive impacts, rather than just minimising harm to environment, as in the olden days. Whereas the sustainability benchmarks of yesteryear simply involved minimizing harm to the environment, many companies today have ambitions beyond that, toward creating net-positive impacts. 2025-03-20T13:02:01 Carronade Says Dramatic Change Needed at Cannae Holdings to Halt Persistent Underperformance ... Larry D. Spangler https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/carronade-says-dramatic-change-needed-at-cannae-holdings-to-halt-persistent-underperformance/article_b72348f0-426a-57ca-9e50-b896ae24b9f7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Nominates Four Director Candidates with Expertise, Independence and Accountability Required to Unlock Shareholder Value. Believes Proposed Initiatives Could Result in Share Price Upside of at least 50% for the Company.    "Nominates Four Director Candidates with Expertise, Independence and Accountability Required to Unlock Shareholder Value Believes Proposed Initiatives Could Result in Share Price Upside of at Least 50%" 2025-03-20T12:35:02 EU urged to align sustainability due diligence with global standards Jangoulun Singsit https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/eu-urged-align-sustainability-due-123502031.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/9tNaZIWSSiI2bvPBj_gkmA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/just_style_482/3876e15218efec0987319bffbb7dcdc5 US en The coalition is a collective of over 6,000 member companies and affiliates across ethical supply chain management. The coalition supports the European Commission's initiative to simplify due diligence for businesses, but cautions against oversimplification that might dilute due diligence efforts. The current proposal could complicate risk management, increase unpredictability, and inflate corporate expenses. "While the coalition acknowledges the European Commission's initiative to simplify due diligence for businesses, it cautions against any oversimplification that might dilute due diligence efforts. It a...[+4432 chars]" 2025-03-20T12:30:00 Eskom probes jobs-for-pals scandal Manyane Manyane https://www.iol.co.za/capetimes/news/eskom-probes-jobs-for-pals-scandal-a9f9160d-efe9-4a79-984f-0bec497d8e8b https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Eskom-has-been-rocked-by-an-alleged-job-for-pals-scandal?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/f1828c1dc0d982f84db3de8efc718480b6222b95/2000&operation=CROP&offset=111x0&resize=1618x910 ZA en Eskom has been rocked by an alleged job-for-pals scandal involving an executive in its Human Resource department and an employee in the finance department. HR executive Lebogang Letlape and finance employee Cathrine Mosotho's boyfriend, Ezzard de Lange, were allegedly involved in the appointment of a senior manager for operational technology and cyber security at Eskom Distribution. The matter was reported by a whistleblower. "ESKOM has been rocked by an alleged job-for-pals scandal involving an executive in its Human Resource (HR) department and an employee who works in the finance department. This was after the HR executi...[+5685 chars]" 2025-03-20T12:27:21 Most energy sector SOEs struggling financially https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/most-energy-sector-soes-struggling-financially---siga-boss.html https://www.graphic.com.gh/images/2025/mar/20/Michael.jpg GH en Professor Michael Kpessa-Whyte is the Acting Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA). He revealed that most State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in the energy sector are facing financial challenges and operating at a loss. Only Bui Power Authority and Ghana Gas have managed to stay financially stable. "Featured Jemima Okang Addae Mar - 20 - 2025 , 12: The Acting Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), Professor Michael Kpessa-Whyte, has revealed that most State-Owned...[+1368 chars]" 2025-03-20T12:19:45 "CNBC.com announces: Auchan Romania, the only retailer in Southeastern Europe included in ""50 SDG Leaders"" for its sustainability innovations" Romania Insider https://www.romania-insider.com/cnbc-com-auchan-romania-only-retailer-se-europe-50-sdg-leaders-sustainability-innovations https://cdn.romania-insider.com/sites/default/files/styles/article_large_image/public/2025-03/foto_adv_auchan_20_martie.png RO en "Auchan Retail Romania is the first and only retailer from Southeastern Europe included in the ""50 SDG Leaders"" documentary series published on CNBC.com. Auchan Romania has a network of over 450 stores, more than 7,000 employees and extensive initiatives to reduce food waste, promote the circular economy, invest in renewable energy, and provide accessibility solutions for people with special needs." "News from Companies Auchan Retail Romania is internationally recognized for its commitment to sustainability, being the first and only retailer from Southeastern Europe included in the ""50 SDG Leaders...[+7464 chars]" 2025-03-20T12:08:14 Only a Third of Companies Comply with Employment Equity Act, Says Labour Department Sean Whitehead https://iafrica.com/only-a-third-of-companies-comply-with-employment-equity-act-says-labour-department https://iafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Nomakhosazana-Meth.webp ZA en Just 34% of companies inspected in 2024 complied with South Africa's Employment Equity Act. Out of 3,152 workplaces inspected during the 2023/24 financial year, only 1,082 met compliance standards. The remaining 2,070 workplaces failed to comply with the Act. 210 workplaces were referred for prosecution. "The Department of Employment and Labour has revealed that just 34% of companies inspected in 2024 complied with South Africa's Employment Equity Act. Minister Nomakhosazana Meth disclosed this figure ...[+986 chars]" 2025-03-20T11:56:00 Sinking Ships and Soaring Eagles: The Profitability Gap Between Ghana's SOEs and Private Enterprises Mileba Godwin Kwame https://www.modernghana.com/news/1387280/sinking-ships-and-soaring-eagles-the-profitabilit.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/3192025105139-sxoaredq5k-1000091458.jpg GH en There is a stark contrast between the financial performance of private enterprises and state-owned enterprises in Ghana. Many SOEs are losing money and accumulating significant debts. This disparity highlights the need for urgent reforms in governance, financial management, and operational efficiency of SOEs. In Ghana, a stark contrast exists between the financial performance of private enterprises and state-owned enterprises (SOEs). While private companies often achieve profitability through efficient ope...[+4728 chars] 2025-03-20T11:23:06 BP activist investor to call for vote against Chair Lund over climate https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/bp-activist-investor-to-call-for-vote-against-chair-lund-over-climate/ar-AA1BiIVG US en Activist investor Follow This wants Helge Lund to resign as BP's (BP's) chair at the company's April 17 shareholder meeting. Follow This won 20% support for its climate resolutions at BP's 2021 annual general meeting and 17% in 2023. In February, CEO Murray Auchincloss said BP would cut spending on renewables and increase spending on oil and gas. Activist investor Follow This said Thursday it plans to call for a vote against the reappointment of Helge Lund as BP's (NYSE:BP) Chair at the company's April 17 shareholder meeting, saying he should ...[+1151 chars] 2025-03-20T11:06:20 Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc.'s (NYSE:HLX) Stock is Soaring But Financials Seem Inconsistent: Will The Uptrend Continue? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/helix-energy-solutions-group-inc-110620410.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/92d26d55968bddf376addae5e476c381 US en Helix Energy Solutions Group's (NYSE:HLX) stock increased by 9.4% over the past week. The company's ROE is 3.7%, which is below the industry's average of 13%. The industry has been growing its earnings at a rate of 56% in the last few years. Most readers would already be aware that Helix Energy Solutions Group's (NYSE:HLX) stock increased significantly by 9.4% over the past week. However, we wonder if the company's inconsistent financials...[+4197 chars] 2025-03-20T10:53:34 Sebi Proposes Clarifications to Enhance Equity Holding Transparency Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3314805-sebi-proposes-clarifications-to-enhance-equity-holding-transparency https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/21_06_2024_01_42_57_9265047.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sebi has proposed amendments for enhanced clarity on equity share holding periods and employee stock options involving promoters. The changes aim to ensure consistency in Offer for Sale (OFS) and Minimum Promoter Contribution (MPC) standards. Sebi is seeking public input until April 10 on these proposals. In a bid to streamline market processes, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed amendments for enhanced clarity on equity share holding periods and employee stock options (ESOP...[+617 chars] 2025-03-20T10:50:15 Sebi mulls to clarify on ESOPs for founders classified as promoters; min holding period in OFS https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/sebi-mulls-to-clarify-on-esops-for-founders-classified-as-promoters-min-holding-period-in-ofs-11742467815885.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/06/1600x900/company_1_1733464951182_1733464958176.png IN en Sebi proposes clarifications on minimum holding period for equity shares in Offer for Sale (OFS) and on employee stock options (ESOPs) for founders classified as promoters. The Securities and Exchange Board of India has sought public comments till April 10 on the proposals. New Delhi, Mar 20 (PTI) With an aim to streamline the processes for public issues, markets regulator Sebi on Thursday proposed giving clarifications on minimum holding period for equity shares in Offe...[+2364 chars] 2025-03-20T10:44:44 New rules planned to limit Elon Musk donations to Reform Charlie Herbert https://www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/new-rules-planned-to-limit-elon-musk-donations-to-reform-391002 https://www.thelondoneconomic.com/uploads/2025/03/elon-musk-donations.jpg?height=800&width=1200&cropped GB en Minister are planning to introduce new rules limiting the amount of donations that foreign donors can give to political parties in the UK. The new rules would be part of the Elections Bill, which would enter parliament in the next session. There were reports that Elon Musk was planning to donate to a political party before the next election. "Minister are planning to introduce new rules which would restrict the amount foreign donors could give to political parties in the UK. Currently, parties can accept donations from any company register...[+1043 chars]" 2025-03-20T10:40:42 Amazon launches carbon credit service Gabriel Labbate https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4411116/amazon-launches-carbon-credit-service https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/4be70a4/bcd47df2-523f-40cd-abd5-ad7cd91e4745/7/iStock-1452541809-370x229.jpg GB en Amazon has launched a new service to provide its suppliers, business customers and fellow Climate Pledge signatories with access to science-based high integrity carbon credits that can support their decarbonisation efforts. It will be available to all signatories of the Climate Pledge. Amazon has launched a new service to provide its suppliers, business customers, and fellow Climate Pledge signatories with access to science-based high integrity carbon credits that can support their ...[+18 chars] 2025-03-20T10:00:40 BlackRock Campaigns Soothe Tensions in Texas and Win Over GOP Saijel Kishan https://www.yahoo.com/news/blackrock-campaigns-soothe-tensions-texas-100040559.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/spuUs5S_jlaWTQwhGCZz0g--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_politics_602/54e8e5a6861cc266182fc50c3e3a29c0 US en BlackRock is trying to soothe relations with GOP politicians after years of being pilloried for talking up environmental, social and governance investing styles. Since Trump stormed back in November, loyalists have renewed their attacks on ESG broadly. Texas and West Virginia have restricted doing business with BlackRock, along with other firms. "(Bloomberg) -- Late last month, 800 or so people took their seats at the Black Tie & Boots Gala, a celebration of conservative politics in deep red Texas. Despite Cost-Cutting Moves, Trump Plans to Re...[+8372 chars]" 2025-03-20T10:00:00 DEIDRE BASTIAN: Why smashing ‘glass ceiling' is so critical DEIDRE BASTIAN https://tribune242.com/news/2025/mar/20/deidre-bastian-why-smashing-glass-ceiling-is-so-critical https://thetribune.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/static-4/thetribune/images/pdf-edition.jpg BH en The term 'glass ceiling' refers to an invisible but all-too-real obstacle that restricts career advancement for certain groups, particularly women and minorities. Its impact is very real, as it impacts diversity, workplace equity and career growth. Employers have a responsibility to recognise these barriers and actively work towards creating an inclusive and equitable workplace. "By DEIDRE BASTIAN The term 'glass ceiling' refers to an invisible but all-too-real obstacle depicting the challenges and limitations faced by a specific group of employees. While the 'glass ceiling' m...[+3716 chars]" 2025-03-20T09:55:33 Elis: Disclosure of the number of shares forming the capital and of the total number of voting rights as of 28 02 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/20/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/elis-disclosure-of-the-number-of-shares-forming-the-capital-and-of-the-total-number-of-voting-rights-as-of-28-02-2025/2076812 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/20/571648.jpg PH en There is a declaration of the number of shares forming the capital and the total number of voting rights as of 28 February 2025. Nicolas Buron, Director of Investor Relations, Financing & Treasury and Charline Lefaucheux, Investor Relations are the contact for the declaration. "DECLARATION DU NOMBRE D'ACTIONS COMPOSANT LE CAPITAL ET DU NOMBRE TOTAL DE DROITS DE VOTE AU 28 FEVRIER 2025 Article L. 233-8-II du Code de Commerce Article 223-16 du Règlement général de l'AMF DISCLO...[+332 chars]" 2025-03-20T09:44:00 ‘Anti-Woke' in the U.S., DEI at Home: the New Playbook for European Companies Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/x2018antiwoke_x2019_in_the_us_dei_at_home_the_new_playbook_f https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/[] US en Some businesses are excluding the U.S. from what were once global commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion policies, while still promoting DEI goals elsewhere. Some businesses are promoting DEIs elsewhere while excluding the US from DEI commitments to the US. Some businesses are excluding the U.S. from what were once global commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion policies, while still promoting DEI goals elsewhere. 2025-03-20T09:28:00 Elis: Disclosure of the number of shares forming the capital and of the total number of voting rights as of 28 02 2025 Elis https://finance.yahoo.com/news/elis-disclosure-number-shares-forming-092800510.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/801cb69ae6ad17e21bee2581a3dc16d3 US en There are 236,664,445 shares forming the capital of Elis as of 28 February 2025. Theoretical number of voting rights is 269,849,369. The number of exercisable voting rights are 269,668,675. The disclosure is on the Elis web site. "DECLARATION DU NOMBRE D'ACTIONS COMPOSANT LE CAPITALET DU NOMBRE TOTAL DE DROITS DE VOTE AU 28 FEVRIER 2025 Article L. 233-8-II du Code de CommerceArticle 223-16 du Règlement général de l'AMF Nombre d...[+891 chars]" 2025-03-20T08:52:54 ANNUAL REPORT 2024 (Borregaard ASA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/ANNUAL_REPORT_2024_Borregaard_ASA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/[] US en The Borregaard Group has released its annual report for the year of 2014. The report includes the CEO's message, the Board of Directors' report, the Sustainability statements and Corporate Governance documents. The Report also includes the Report of the Board. )ANNUAL REPORT2024BOD REPORTSUSTAINABILITYFINANCIALSPREVIOUS NEXTCONTENTSThe Borregaard Group3Message from CEO5The Board of Directors7Report of the Board of Directorsincluding Sustainability statement...[+34 chars] 2025-03-20T08:46:16 ESB profits drop 19% as CFO notes need to invest in network reliability amid weather events Vish Gain https://www.businesspost.ie/news/esb-profits-drop-19-as-cfo-notes-need-to-invest-in-network-reliability-amid-weather-events https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=353466cb-bf92-5200-ac57-ecf4f91f415c&type=preview&function=original IE en ESB profits drop 19% as CFO notes need to invest in network reliability amid weather events. Company plans to more than double the scale of investment in the network over the next five years. Paddy Hayes was criticised last year after he said customers would have to pay for Storm Éowyn repair costs. "Energy ESB profits drop 19% as CFO notes need to invest in network reliability amid weather events Paul Stapleton, chief financial officer at ESB, said the company plans to more than double the scale ...[+225 chars]" 2025-03-20T08:00:00 CIU partnership boosts Antigua Sailing Week sustainability efforts A Hover https://antiguaobserver.com/ciu-partnership-boosts-antigua-sailing-week-sustainability-efforts https://antiguaobserver.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/front-9a-ASW.jpg AG en Citizenship by Investment Unit of Antigua and Barbuda (CIU) has renewed its commitment as a key sustainability sponsor for the ASW 2025. The partnership will support the event's efforts to maintain its Clean Regatta status. The sponsorship will fund the CIU Green Team, which implements waste reduction programs, manages recycling efforts, and coordinates community engagement activities. "- Advertisement - By Robert Andre Emmanuel robert.emmanuel@antiguaobserver.com The Citizenship by Investment Unit of Antigua and Barbuda (CIU) has renewed its commitment as a key sustainability sponso...[+3784 chars]" 2025-03-20T07:56:26 RISING WOMAN 2025; Elizabeth Muro: Legal expert with a passion for women's advancement Mwananchi Communication Ltd https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/magazines/woman/rising-woman-2025-elizabeth-muro-legal-expert-with-a-passion-for-women-s-advancement-4972062 https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/resource/image/4972064/landscape_ratio3x2/1200/800/d7b33463fc05bcf5052f63ed4510d495/fS/elizabeth.jpg TZ en Elizabeth Muro is the Legal and Business Integrity Director and Company Secretary at Serengeti Breweries Limited (SBL). She has over 13 years of experience in the legal and corporate sector spanning corporate affairs, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, legal recoveries, and board advisory. Her career journey has been shaped by resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to ethical leadership. For Elizabeth Muro, serving as the Legal and Business Integrity Director and Company Secretary at Serengeti Breweries Limited (SBL) is both an honour and a responsibility. She must be both an expert l...[+4603 chars] 2025-03-20T07:14:26 PDMR Shareholdings https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/20/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/pdmr-shareholdings/2076735 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/20/571535.jpg PH en Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) announces the vesting of certain Performance Stock Units and Restricted Stock Units. The Company will transfer Ordinary Shares of £0.20 each from its Employee Benefit Trust to settle the awards. Diversified is a leading publicly traded energy company focused on natural gas and liquids production, transport, marketing and well retirement. "Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) (NYSE: DEC), announces the vesting of certain Performance Stock Units (""PSU's') and Restricted Stock Units (""RSU's"") previously awarded to Persons Discharging...[+1239 chars]" 2025-03-20T07:06:41 Is Essentra plc's (LON:ESNT) Stock On A Downtrend As A Result Of Its Poor Financials? Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/essentra-plcs-lon-esnt-stock-070641872.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/b6651b02293f0a57ba2ad962c63e215d US en Essentra's (LON:ESNT) stock has declined 17% over the past three months. Its ROE is 4.3%, which is below the industry's average of 7.4%. The company has been shrinking its earnings in the past, but the industry has been growing its earnings at a rate of 0.4% in the last few years. The company's future payout ratio is expected to drop to 33%, which will increase its ROE to 9%. It is hard to get excited after looking at Essentra's (LON:ESNT) recent performance, when its stock has declined 17% over the past three months. To decide if this trend could continue, we decided to l...[+4523 chars] 2025-03-20T07:03:00 Diversified Energy Announces Details of Share Buyback Program Diversified Energy PLC https://finance.yahoo.com/news/diversified-energy-announces-details-share-070300024.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/pnp71y9cJTLns5fttlYe0Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zNjM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/7f226fef6e72969ea0742a91dbe56020 US en "Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) announces details regarding the parameters of a Share Buyback Program (the ""Program""). The maximum number of Shares repurchased under the Program shall not exceed 4,756,842 Shares. The total consideration of the shares bought will not exceed an aggregate market value of £52.3 million. The Program will expire at the earlier date of 30 June 2026." "BIRMINGHAM, Ala., March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) (NYSE: DEC) announces details regarding the parameters of a Share Buyback Program (the ""Program""). As pre...[+4450 chars]" 2025-03-20T07:02:00 Director Shareholdings Diversified Energy PLC https://finance.yahoo.com/news/director-shareholdings-070200304.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/pnp71y9cJTLns5fttlYe0Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zNjM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/7f226fef6e72969ea0742a91dbe56020 US en Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) announces that on March 18-19, 2025, members of the Company's Board of Director's transacted in ordinary shares of 20p each in the Company. David Johnson, non-Executive Chair of the Board, bought 1,250 shares at LSE for £10.20. David J. Turner, Jr. bought 15,000 shares for £13.19. The total interest and per cent of the total issued share capital of the aforesaid Board members may be found in the table below. Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) (NYSE: DEC) announces that on March 18-19, 2025, members of the Company's Board of Director's (the 'Board') transacted in ordinary shares of 20p each in the C...[+3988 chars] 2025-03-20T07:00:04 Ethnic minorities now 11 per cent of senior management in top 100 Eastern Eye https://www.easterneye.biz/uk-ethnic-minorities-senior-management https://www.easterneye.biz/media-library/the-highest-figures-recorded-by-the-review.jpg?id=58230453&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C43%2C0%2C43 PA en 95% of FTSE 100 companies and 82% FTSe 250 companies have met the voluntary targets for ethnic minority representation on their boards. Minorities now comprise 11% of senior management in the top 100 companies, 9% in the next 250 enterprises. 48% of the UK's top 50 private companies have reported meeting the goal of appointing at least one ethnic minority director ahead of the 2027 target. CORPORATE diversity in Britain is improving, with 95 per cent of FTSE 100 companies and 82 per cent of FTSE 250 companies successfully meeting voluntary targets for ethnic minority representation on t...[+5117 chars] 2025-03-20T06:46:05 Ring the Bell: Applauding women investing in the Uganda securities exchange The Independent https://www.independent.co.ug/ring-the-bell-applauding-women-investing-in-the-uganda-securities-exchange https://www.independent.co.ug/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Asamo-fourth-from-left-leads-the-bell-ringing-ceremony-during-the-event-1.jpg UG en Uganda Securities Exchange (USE) hosted the Ring the Bell for ALL Women and Girls event in Kampala recently. The event was organized in partnership with UN Women and private sector players. It was held under the theme: 'Breaking Barriers, Empowering Women, Transforming the Economy'. The CEO of USE, Paul Bwiso, reaffirmed USE's dedication to gender inclusivity. "Hon. Asamo (fourth from left) leads the bell-ringing ceremony during the event KAMPALA, UGANDA | Julius Businge | In a bid to promote gender inclusivity in Uganda's financial markets, the Uganda Secur...[+4508 chars]" 2025-03-20T06:23:00 Tallinn Stock Exchange dividends largely unchanged on last year ERR https://news.err.ee/1609638031/tallinn-stock-exchange-dividends-largely-unchanged-on-last-year https://s.err.ee/photo/crop/2023/11/29/2168050h4061t24.jpg EE en TKM Grupp confirmed a dividend of €0.65 per share, amounting to a total of €26.5 million. Coop Pank's dividend policy stipulates 25 percent of a financial year's pre-tax profit. Ekspress Grupp confirms a dividend policy to pay out at least 30 percent of the previous year's profit as dividends. Eften Real Estate Fund will pay €12.7 million for the past year. Enefit Green, a subsidiary of Eesti Energia, is to propose a dividend payment when the audited annual report is published. A few companies still have to confirm, but most publicly traded firms have given information on the likely proposal they will make to their general meetings on dividend payments from last year's profi...[+3071 chars] 2025-03-20T06:21:47 SECP seeks public input on policy for shares with varied rights News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/03/20/secp-seeks-public-input-on-policy-for-shares-with-varied-rights https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/SECP.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan is seeking public feedback on a proposed policy framework for the issuance of ordinary shares with varied rights and privileges. The initiative aims to strengthen corporate governance, safeguard shareholder interests, and promote transparency in the capital market. SECP has conducted a comparative analysis of international best practices to assess global regulatory approaches and tailor a framework suitable for Pakistan's financial ecosystem. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper seeking public feedback on a proposed policy framework for the issuance of ordinary shares with varied rights ...[+1360 chars] 2025-03-20T06:06:24 BP activist investor Follow This urges vote against chair Lund over energy transition Shadia Nasralla https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/bp-activist-investor-follow-this-urges-vote-against-chair-lund-over-energy-2025-03-20 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/J2OKKGJGQ5NW5LHFS2ZL5BGZEQ.jpg?auth=2008a37874588f7d5cf4e657797a50c9df73672d2802425b56fe920764f75a6c&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Activist investor Follow This wants to call for a vote against BP Chair Helge Lund's reappointment at its April 17 shareholder meeting. Follow This won 20% support for its climate resolutions at BP's 2021 annual general meeting and 17% in 2023. In February, CEO Murray Auchincloss said BP would slash spending on renewables and boost investment in oil and gas. The 2020 strategy had foreseen a 40% cut to BP's output by 2030. LONDON, March 20 (Reuters) - BP (BP.L), opens new tab activist investor Follow This plans to call for a vote against Chair Helge Lund's reappointment at its April 17 shareholder meeting, claiming he s...[+2555 chars] 2025-03-20T06:01:17 TOP TESLA INVESTOR ASKED ELON MUSK TO STEP DOWN AS HEAD OF THE COMPANY FOR DESTROYING REPUTATION Jeremy Vickers https://defence.pk/threads/top-tesla-investor-asked-elon-musk-to-step-down-as-head-of-the-company-for-destroying-reputation.781725 https://defence.pk/attachments/1742450455700-jpeg.1037052/ PK en "Ross Gerber, a prominent Tesla investor, has officially called for Elon Musk to step down as CEO of Tesla. Gerber believes that Musk's leadership has become too ""divisive"" and that his time is spread too thinly across multiple projects. Musk's controversial social media posts and involvement in Trump administration have been criticized for damaging Tesla reputation. The company market value has decreased by over $800 billion since December 2024, and shares have dropped by almost 50% in recent months." Ross Gerber, a prominent Tesla investor, has officially called for Elon Musk to step down as CEO of Tesla, Gerber demand is based on concerns that Musk divided focus and controversial actions have dam...[+2415 chars] 2025-03-20T06:00:00 Firstsource in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 for second consecutive year Mar. 20, 2025 06:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6064035 https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2515360/Firstsource_Logo.jpg?p=publish TW en Firstsource Solutions Limited (NSE: FSL) (BSE: 532809) is an RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group company. For the second consecutive year, Firstsource has been included in the prestigious S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. Firstsource achieved an S & P Global Sustainable1 ESG Score and CSA Score of 81 for FY2025. "- Top 99th percentile - Named 'Industry Mover' - Among 'Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score' MELBOURNE, Australia , March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Firstsource Solutions Limited (NSE: FSL) (BSE: 532809), an RP...[+4092 chars]" 2025-03-20T06:00:00 Kilkenny-led firm to create 120 jobs over next two years Sam Matthews https://www.kilkennypeople.ie/news/business/1757189/kilkenny-led-firm-to-create-120-jobs-over-next-two-years.html https://www.kilkennypeople.ie/resizer/1200/700/true/2025_03_19/Peter_Burke_officially_opens_Climeaction_US_HQ-1742384122340.jpeg--kilkenny_.jpeg?1742384122390 IE en Paul Murphy is a climate entrepreneur from Kilkenny, Ireland. Climeaction is deploying €25 million from Business Venture Partners' SBCI-backed Green Transition Finance for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. The initiative will support:Industrial Heat Pumps & Electric Boilers, Large-Scale Solar PV, and the creation of 25 new jobs in Ireland over the next two years. With €500,000 in funding from Enterprise Ireland, the company is developing VSAG, a new digital platform to transform farm-level engagement in sustainability efforts. It plans to expand into the US and create another $50 million Climate Transition Fund for large industrial manufacturers. "One of Kilkenny's most successful climate entrepreneurs is making waves on the global stage with his company, Through a strategic collaboration with Business Venture Partners (BVP), Climeaction is dep...[+4330 chars]" 2025-03-20T05:46:05 PrimeXBT Gives Back This Ramadan by Supporting Children's Education in India Focus https://www.livemint.com/focus/primexbt-gives-back-this-ramadan-by-supporting-children-s-education-in-india-11742397301436.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/20/1600x900/Bitbull_1742446712869_1742446716808.jpg IN en PrimeXBT is giving back this Ramadan by donating to Save the Children India and Educate Girls in India. PrimeXBT believes education is one of the most powerful tools for shaping a brighter future. The company is also giving back to its trading community with special offers, showing appreciation to its traders. PrimeXBT, a regulated global multi-asset broker, is giving back this Ramadan by supporting children's education through donations to educational charities, including Save the Children India and Educat...[+2719 chars] 2025-03-20T05:00:00 Fish and Wildlife seeking comments on Monarchs The Messenger Staff https://www.the-messenger.com/dawson_springs_progress/news/article_31416610-24d5-579a-b8c2-7e651e22c80a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/the-messenger.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ecbc7130-77aa-11eb-988a-7372ddf95d6d.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reopening the public comment period for a proposed rule to list the monarch butterfly as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The comment period will be reopened for 60 days until May 19, 2025. The proposed rule was published on Dec. 12, 2024. FRANKFORT — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced on Tuesday the agency is reopening the public comment period for a proposed rule to list the monarch butterfly as a threatened species under th...[+375 chars] 2025-03-20T04:52:38 Faster Rights Issue Introduced, Allotment Flexibility For Specific Investors FPJ Web Desk https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/faster-rights-issue-introduced-allotment-flexibility-for-specific-investors https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-03-20/on8b7sgk/bse-notice-.jpg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced a new framework aimed at expediting the Rights Issue process and allowing flexibility in allotment to specific investors. The new provisions will come into force on April 7, 2025 and apply to all Rights Issues approved by the Board of Directors from this date onward. Mumbai: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a new framework aimed at expediting the Rights Issue process while allowing flexibility in allotment to specific investors. As ...[+1405 chars] 2025-03-20T04:43:00 IRPC wins ‘The Best of ESG' from Future Trends Awards 2025 https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2983968/irpc-wins-the-best-of-esg-from-future-trends-awards-2025- https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250320/c1_2983968_700.jpg TH en IRPC Public Company Limited has been honoured with 'The Best of ESG' award at the Future Trends Awards 2025. This recognition underscores IRPC's commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. The award highlights the company's excellence in sustainability-driven innovation and its proactive approach to adapting to future trends. IRPC Public Company Limited, led by Pranarch Kosayanont, Senior Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy Planning and Business Development, has been honoured with 'The Best of ESG' award at the ...[+1328 chars] 2025-03-20T04:38:53 Hugo Boss (ETR:BOSS) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At €1.40 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/hugo-boss-etr-boss-pay-043853190.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/9cc9200f9fa3f0cb0e6329649f4afac4 US en Hugo Boss AG (ETR:BOSS) will pay a dividend of €1.40 on the 20th of May. The company has been paying a dividend for a long time, but it has cut the dividend at least once in the last 10 years. Since 2015, the dividend has shrunk at around 9.1% a year during that period. Simply Wall St is less enthusiastic about the company's dividend record. The board of Hugo Boss AG (ETR:BOSS) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of €1.40 on the 20th of May, an increased payment from last year's comparable dividend. This will take the divide...[+3315 chars] 2025-03-20T04:12:21 CEO Impact Summit To Hold April 2, 3 Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4199367/ceo-impact-summit-to-hold-april-2-3.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The 2025 edition of the CEO Impact CEO Summit will take place on April 2 and 3. Centre for Values in Leadership and Impact Global Resources are collaborating to host the event. The theme of the summit is 'Future-Ready Leadership: Positioning for sustainability in business'. The 2025 edition of the CEO Impact CEO Summit will hold on April 2 and 3.According Rume Daniels, the Centre for Values in Leadership (CVL) and Impact Global Resources (IGR), are collaborating to host ...[+168 chars] 2025-03-20T02:49:48 SBP likely to unveil initial ‘green taxonomy policy' draft by month-end Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40353815/sbp-likely-to-unveil-initial-green-taxonomy-policy-draft-by-month-end https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/200720253b9ed6d.jpg?r=072032 PK en The State Bank of Pakistan is set to unveil the initial draft of the National Green Taxonomy Policy by the end of this month. It is expected to be finalized for release by March 25, 2025. The policy is being formulated with the consultation of all stakeholders including representatives of Provincial and Federal Governments. It will be implemented across 160 major sectors, including the export and agriculture sectors. "KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is set to unveil the initial draft of the National Green Taxonomy Policy by the end of this month. This was disclosed in the meeting of Senate Standing Commit...[+3945 chars]" 2025-03-20T02:30:39 Singapore doubles down on sustainable shipping as CMA CGM unveils ambitious fleet expansion Gemma Iso https://theindependent.sg/singapore-doubles-down-on-sustainable-shipping-as-cma-cgm-unveils-ambitious-fleet-expansion https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/139873-e1740386735770.jpg SG en The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore has renewed its collaboration with CMA CGM Group. The renewed partnership aims to drive cutting-edge solutions for reducing emissions and promoting cleaner shipping practices built on a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed in 2022. As part of the agreement, the company will expand its fleet and vessel tonnage under the Singapore Registry of Ships. It will also invest nearly S$26.67 billion in LNG and methanol-powered ships to have 153 vessels operating on low-carbon energy sources by 2029. SINGAPORE: The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has renewed its collaboration with CMA CGM Group, marking a significant step towards advancing sustainable shipping and innovation in the ...[+1973 chars] 2025-03-20T02:26:25 Cos issuing shares with differential rights: SECP issues consultation paper eliciting public inputs Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40353812/cos-issuing-shares-with-differential-rights-secp-issues-consultation-paper-eliciting-public-inputs https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/20072439bba3670.jpg?r=072444 PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has proposed policy framework for the issuance of ordinary shares with varied rights and privileges by companies. The initiative aims to enhance corporate governance, protect shareholder interests and foster a transparent capital market. The consultation paper outlines key regulatory and compliance considerations. "ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has a proposed policy framework for the issuance of ordinary shares with varied rights and privileges by companies. In this regard,...[+2330 chars]" 2025-03-20T01:18:10 Sony Group announced on the 20th that it has been selected as the 'World's Most Ethical Company in 2.. A Broadcasting Fan https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11268555 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/20/news-p.v1.20250320.7f889aa39ad7473ab17c42eddbf60fae_P1.jpg KR en Sony has been recognized as the 'World's Most Ethical Company in 2025' by Etisphere for seven consecutive years. This year, 136 companies were listed in 44 industries in 19 countries. They were evaluated in five categories: Corporate Ethics and Compliance, Governance, Ethical Culture, Environmental and Social Impact, Initiative to Support a Strong Value Chain. "사진 확대 [Photo source = Sony] Sony Group announced on the 20th that it has been selected as the 'World's Most Ethical Company in 2025' organized by Etisphere, a global ethical management evaluation agen...[+1628 chars]" 2025-03-20T01:13:46 SL Green Realty's Q1 2025 Financial Results: Key Insights and Market Impact After April 16 Earnings Release Archyde News Team https://www.archyde.com/sl-green-realtys-q1-2025-financial-results-key-insights-and-market-impact-after-april-16-earnings-release https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/ODk5YjY1MzktMjllNS00MGUzLWJiMWUtMDgxYmE4NGYyMmFkLTEwMTk4MTYtMjAyNS0wMy0xOS1lbg==/tiny/SL-Green-Realty-Corp.png US en SL Green Realty Corp. will release its earnings for the first quarter of 2025 on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 after the market closes. The conference call and audio webcast will take place on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET. The company is Manhattan's largest office landlord and owns interests in 55 buildings totaling 31.8 million square feet. NEW YORK – In a move closely watched by real estate investors and analysts, SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG), Manhattan's largest office landlord, has announced its plans to release its earnings for ...[+6312 chars] 2025-03-20T00:45:00 푸본현대생명, 어스아워 2025 동참…1시간 동안 소등 실시 황현욱 https://www.dailian.co.kr/news/view/1474641 http://cdnimage.dailian.co.kr/news/202503/news_1742431549_1474641_m_1.jpeg KR en There is a modal window with the following settings: Text Size 50% 75% 100% 100%, 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400%, Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-serif. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan, Black White, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow and Magenta. Transparent Semi-Transparent Transparent Window. "서울 여의도 푸본현대생명 본사 전경. ⓒ푸본현대생명 푸본현대생명은 오는 22일 '세계자연기금(WWF)'이 주관하는 글로벌 자연보전 캠페인 '2025 어스아워(Earth Hour)'에 참여한다고 20일 밝혔다. 어스아워는 1시간 동안 소등에 참여해 기후변화의 심각성을 공유하고 자연보전의 중요성을 알리는 글로벌 캠페인으로 매년 3월에 시행하고 있다. 오는 22...[+1248 chars]" 2025-03-20T00:39:42 Policy for uniform standards of ‘green projects' round the corner Abdul Moiz Malik https://www.dawn.com/news/1899074/policy-for-uniform-standards-of-green-projects-round-the-corner https://www.dawn.com/_img/social-default.jpg PK en 'National Green Taxonomy' will define the standards to classify sustainable economic activities based on their impact on climate adaptation and mitigation goals and fund them. Pakistan will be the third country after Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to have a national taxonomy. The final draft of the guidelines will be available by the first week of April. KARACHI: Pakistan is set to launch its set of guidelines that would define the standards to classify sustainable economic activities based on their impact on climate adaptation and mitigation goals an...[+3722 chars] 2025-03-20T00:14:49 ICSAN urges AI adoption for sustainable corporate governance Temitope Aina https://punchng.com/icsan-urges-ai-adoption-for-sustainable-corporate-governance https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/19224702/Francis-Olawale-and-others.jpg NG en Funmi Ekundayo, President of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria, has called for the adoption of artificial intelligence to enhance corporate governance and sustainability in Nigeria. She made the call at the ICSAN 2025 Company Secretaries' and Registrars' Forum in Lagos. The President of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria, Funmi Ekundayo, has called for the adoption of artificial intelligence to enhance corporate governance and sustai...[+2298 chars] 2025-03-20T00:14:00 Climate Risk Disclosures Double in Four Years Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/climate-risk-disclosures-double-in-four-years-1429153 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/news-developments.jpg US en The number of companies reporting the effects of climate risks in their financial statements has more than doubled in the last four years. Energy and industrial companies are leading the charge in Australia. The report reviewed the 2024 financial statements of the largest 200 ASX companies and 50 NZX companies as well as those from around the world. The number of companies reporting the effects of climate risks in their financial statements has more than doubled in the last four years, with energy and industrial companies leading the charge in Au...[+4217 chars] 2025-03-20T00:05:00 Kemi's stance on net zero is courageous The Spectator https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/kemis-stance-on-net-zero-is-courageous-and-correct https://www.spectator.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Leader-Getty-1.jpg GB en Kemi Badenoch secured the Conservative leadership on the basis that she would confront her party and the country with uncomfortable truths. This week she effectively told Theresa May and Boris Johnson that they were naifs for committing to unachievable climate targets. The decarbonisation of our economy is a ruinously expensive folly. Kemi Badenoch secured the Conservative leadership on the basis that she would confront her party and the country with uncomfortable truths. This week, in a speech to launch the Tories' policy renewal ...[+1758 chars] 2025-03-20T00:04:00 Kvika banki hf.: Annual General Meeting 26 March 2025 - final proposals of the Board https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6063915 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Annual General Meeting of Kvika banki hf is scheduled for March 26, at 4:00 pm at Nauthóll in Reykjavík. The Board has reviewed the current number of own shares, which stands at 92.041.303 and proposes a share capital reduction of 91.073.340. The Articles of Association will be amended accordingly. Shareholders or their proxies are asked to register for the meeting no later than 4.00 pm on 24 March. On 5 March 2025, Kvika's Board of Directors issued a Meeting Announcement to the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Kvika banki hf., scheduled for March 26, at 4:00 pm, to be held at Nauthóll in Reykjaví...[+1341 chars] 2025-03-20T00:01:46 Performance anxiety! 80% of investors ignore fund reports meant to help them - is it time for change? HARVEY DORSET https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/diyinvesting/article-14516213/Performance-anxiety-80-investors-ignore-fund-reports-meant-help-time-change.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/03/19/17/96363203-0-image-m-18_1742403704599.jpg GB en Investment fund reports designed to help savers make informed decisions are falling short, according to a report by The Investing and Saving Alliance (TISA). 80% of investors don't look at fund performance data when making investment decisions, as they feel overwhelmed and confused. Three quarters of male investors reported struggling with these performance reports, while 85% of female investors struggled. "Investment fund reports designed to help savers make informed decisions are falling short, a new report claims. As many as 80 per cent of investors don't look at fund performance data when making inve...[+6236 chars]" 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Moving Beyond Carbon Offsetting To True Regenerative Practices Azra Nurkic https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/03/20/moving-beyond-carbon-offsetting-to-true-regenerative-practices https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67db0df6c83545d811e50522/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Azra Nurkic is the CEO and cofounder of the Institute for Development Impact. She believes that corporate sustainability initiatives are shifting focus toward creating net-positive impacts. Government and enterprise must come together to create policies that support the adoption of regenerative business practices. "Azra Nurkic is the CEO and cofounder of the Institute for Development Impact. Corporate ESG initiatives are shifting focus. Whereas the sustainability benchmarks of yesteryear simply involved minimizi...[+4689 chars]" 2025-03-20T00:00:00 How To Nurture Workplace Culture With New Hires Marie Unger https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/03/20/how-to-nurture-workplace-culture-with-new-hires https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/62a788402b8b23444210acf1/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Marie Unger is Chief Executive Officer of Emergenetics International. She explains how to create a positive, productive environment for new employees. She suggests a transparent, consistent approach to hiring and onboarding that reflects the culture of the organization. She also suggests how to train managers in the best practices for interviewing. "Marie Unger, Chief Executive Officer, Emergenetics International. Every organization is an ecosystem of interconnected components that influence its culture. When a company builds a positive, producti...[+5409 chars]" 2025-03-20T00:00:00 GOGL - Filing of 2024 Annual Report on Form 20-F system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/GOGL_Filing_of_2024_Annual_Report_on_Form_20F_k https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Golden Ocean Group Limited (NASDAQ and OSE: GOGL) is a company listed on the Nasdaq and on the OSE. Its shares are traded on both the NASDAQ and the Osex markets.    Golden Ocean Group Limited (NASDAQ and OSE: GOGL) (the 'Company') 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Colombia's top oil company concealed environmental damages: Investigation Mongabay https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Colombia_s_top_oil_company_concealed_environmental_damages_I https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en In 2021, Ecopetrol became the first in the oil and gas industry in Latin America to pledge a commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions. The headquarters of Colombia's largest company is located in the heart of Bogotá, the capital city. BOGOTÁ, Colombia — A green iguana rests above the letters spelling Ecopetrol at the headquarters of Colombia's largest company, located in the heart of Bogotá, the capital city. In 2021, this petroleu...[+129 chars] 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Chandigarh Housing Board Sector-53 housing scheme to face delay Hindustan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Chandigarh_Housing_Board_Sector53_housing_scheme_to_face_del https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Chandigarh Housing Board received a promising response to its Sector 53 housing scheme. CEO Ajay Chagti has written to the engineering department to reduce the number of flats under the economically weaker section (EWS) category. If they reduce the EWS flats, they will have to revise the entire layout plan and get RERA and PCCB approval. Even though the Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB) received a promising response to its Sector 53 housing scheme, chief executive officer (CEO) Ajay Chagti has now written to the engineering department to...[+286 chars] 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Agilyx´s Styrenyx Technology Reduces Carbon Footprint in Styrene Manufacturing Up To 86% PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Agilyx_s_Styrenyx_Technology_Reduces_Carbon_Footprint_in_Sty_g https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Agilyx ASA (OSE: AGLX) (OTCQX: AGXXF) announces that production of styrene via Styrenyx, its proprietary polystyrene recycling technology, significantly reduces carbon equivalent emissions compared to producing styrene from fossil resources. "OSLO, Norway, March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Agilyx ASA (OSE: AGLX) (OTCQX: AGXXF) (""Agilyx"" or ""the company"") announces that production of styrene via Styrenyx, its proprietary polystyrene recycling ...[+228 chars]" 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Sebi to review minimum shareholding period for OFS in IPOs, FPOs; mulls changes in ESOP rules The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Sebi_to_review_minimum_shareholding_period_for_OFS_in_IPOs_F_m https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sebi has released a consultation paper to streamline public issue norms. It reviews the minimum standards for the minimum public issue issues to be met.   for the first time in the history of the modern India, the minimum standard has been reviewed. Sebi has released a consultation paper to streamline public issue norms, reviewing the minimum 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Press release - ETHIAS SA (Ethias NV) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Press_release_ETHIAS_SA_Ethias_NV https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Ethias closes the year 2024 with solid and improved results. New Strategic Plan ""Values 29"" and a Key Role in Both Society and the Belgian Economy are released. (20/03/2025 - 12:15 PM - Press release)" ") 20/03/2025 - 12:15 PM - Press release • Regulated information Ethias in 2024: Stronger Results, New Strategic Plan ""Values 29"", and a Key Role in Both Society and the Belgian Economy Building on its...[+83 chars]" 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Liberty Global Schedules Investor Call for Q1 2025 Results (Liberty Global Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Liberty_Global_Schedules_Investor_Call_for_Q1_2025_Results_L https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Liberty Global Ltd. will release its first quarter 2025 results on the morning of Friday, May 2, 2025. There will be an investor call on March 20, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. (GMT). For confidential support call the company on 1-800-273-8255. ") LIBERTY GLOBAL SCHEDULES INVESTOR CALL FOR FIRST QUARTER 2025 RESULTS Denver, Colorado - March 20, 2025 Liberty Global Ltd. (""Liberty Global"" or the ""Company"") (NASDAQ: LBTYA, LBTYB and LBTYK) today...[+97 chars]" 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Denmark backs Pakistan's green transition, calls sustainability ‘a Business Opportunity' Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Denmark_backs_Pakistan_s_green_transition_calls_sustainabili https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Sustainable Development Policy Institute and the Embassy of Denmark hosted a high-stakes pre-budget dialogue on carbon taxation in Islamabad. The dialogue stressed the urgent need for a well-rounded policy approach to reduce carbon taxes.   . ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 20th Mar, 2025) The Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) in collaboration with the Embassy of Denmark hosted a high-stakes pre-budget dialogue ...[+99 chars] 2025-03-20T00:00:00 XR and Scope3 Partner to Reduce the Carbon Footprint of Digital and Streaming TV Advertising Globally (Extreme Reach Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/XR_and_Scope3_Partner_to_Reduce_the_Carbon_Footprint_of_Digi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en XR and Scope3 partner to reduce the carbon footprint of digital and streaming TV advertising globally. New intelligence from XRIQ helps brands track and measure the environmental impact of digital assets and ad campaigns. xriq is a product of a global technology company. ) XR and Scope3 Partner to Reduce the Carbon Footprint of Digital and Streaming TV Advertising Globally New intelligence from XRIQ helps brands track and measure the environmental impact of digital as...[+104 chars] 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Disney Shareholders Reject Proposal to Cut Ties With Human Rights Campaign The Wrap https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Disney_Shareholders_Reject_Proposal_to_Cut_Ties_With_Human_R https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Disney shareholders rejected a proposal to end the company's involvement in the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index during its annual meeting on Thursday. The proposal came from the National Committee on Climate Risks to Retirement Plan Beneficiaries, which is concerned about climate change. Disney shareholders rejected a proposal to end the company's involvement in the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index, a survey that measures corporate policies and practices related to rel...[+162 chars] 2025-03-20T00:00:00 UAE Gender Balance Council signs MoU with Posterity Institute Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/UAE_Gender_Balance_Council_signs_MoU_with_Posterity_Institut https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The UAE Gender Balance Council has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Posterity Institute to advance the SDG 5 Acceleration Pledge. The initiative was launched by the Council in 2022 to increase women's representation in leadership positions. The collaboration will see the launch of workshops, training programs and knowledge-sharing initiatives to equip women with the skills they need to thrive in leadership roles. DUBAI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 21st Mar, 2025) The UAE Gender Balance Council has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Posterity Institute to advance the SDG 5 Accelera...[+317 chars] 2025-03-20T00:00:00 EU assesses potential inclusion of small ships under EU MRV SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/EU_assesses_potential_inclusion_of_small_ships_under_EU_MRV https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission released a report assessing the potential inclusion of small ships between 400 and 5000 gross tonnage under the scope of the EU regulation for the Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) of maritime greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The analysis identifies that over 5300 smaller vessels could be included. The European Commission released a report assessing the potential inclusion of small ships between 400 and 5000 gross tonnage under the scope of the EU regulation for the Monitoring, Reporting and Ver...[+115 chars] 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Sebi tweaks disclosure requirements for shareholding patterns to improve clarity The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Sebi_tweaks_disclosure_requirements_for_shareholding_pattern_n https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Markets regulator Sebi introduced modifications to the disclosure requirements for shareholding patterns in a bid to improve the clarity. Sebi has also introduced new rules on the disclosure of information on financial information. i in this regard, the new rules are as follows: Markets regulator Sebi on Thursday introduced modifications to the disclosure requirements for shareholding patterns in a bid to improve the clarity. 2025-03-20T00:00:00 The quoting on the offer side of the Erste Magyar Telekom Turbo Long 28 warrant (EBMTELTL28; ISIN: AT0000A3JGT2) restarted after the Sould out event. (Erste Befektetesi Zrt) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/The_quoting_on_the_offer_side_of_the_Erste_Magyar_Telekom_Tu https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Erste Investment Ltd. (H-1138 Budapest, Népfürdő u. 24-26) is a member of BSE and has a licence number III/75.005-19/2002, E-III/324/2008. ) 1138 Budapest Népfürdő u. 24-26. Tel.: 23 55 100 Fax: 23 55 190 Extraordinary announcement Erste Investment Ltd. (H-1138 Budapest, Népfürdő u. 24-26., licence number: III/75.005- 19/2002, E-III/324/...[+40 chars] 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Debt Listing Confirmation S$125,000,000 5.75 Per Cent. Subordinated Perpetual Securities (ESR-REIT) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Debt_Listing_Confirmation_S125000000_575_Per_Cent_Subordinat https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities will be listed and quoted in the Bonds Market with effect from 9.00 a.m. on 21-Mar-2025. The short name of the Securities is ESR-REIT 5.75%PerSec S and the ISIN code is SGXF66629407. ) 1. The Securities will be listed and quoted in the Bonds Market with effect from 9.00 a.m. on 21-Mar-2025. 2. The short name of the Securities is ESR-REIT 5.75%PerSec S and the ISIN code is SGXF6662...[+59 chars] 2025-03-20T00:00:00 Notice to attend the annual general meeting in XVIVO Perfusion AB (publ) (Xvivo Perfusion AB) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/20/Notice_to_attend_the_annual_general_meeting_in_XVIVO_Perfusi_2 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Annual General Meeting of XVIVO Perfusion AB (publ) is to be held on 25 April 2025 at 1:00 PM at The Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre (Sw. Svenska Mässan) (conference room J2) in Gothenburg. ") XVIVO Perfusion AB (publ) (the ""Company""), reg. no. 556561-0424, with its registered office in Mölndal, gives notice of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Friday 25 April 2025 at 1:00 PM, at T...[+116 chars]" 2025-03-20T00:00:00 ADB urges Sri Lanka to fast-track sustainable finance to attract global investment Nuzla Rizkiya https://www.dailymirror.lk/print/breaking-news/ADB-urges-Sri-Lanka-to-fast-track-sustainable-finance-to-attract-global-investment/108-304749 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-singapore-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.sg.dailymirror.lk/assets/uploads/image_2e3e0288f6.jpg LK en Sri Lanka must focus on adopting sustainable finance to attract global investors and strengthen its long-term economic resilience. ADB South Asia Department Director General Takeo Konishi made the remarks at the Serendipity Knowledge Programme on Sustainable Finance in Colombo yesterday. Sri Lanka must accelerate the adoption of sustainable financing frameworks to attract the global investors and strengthen its long-term economic resilience, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said yeste...[+3897 chars] 2025-03-19T23:48:08 SECP seeks feedback on capital issuance policy APP https://dailytimes.com.pk/1277535/secp-seeks-feedback-on-capital-issuance-policy https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2020/08/app-icon-192x192-1.png PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has issued a consultation paper on a proposed policy framework for the issuance of ordinary shares with varied rights and privileges by companies. The initiative aims to enhance corporate governance, protect shareholder interests, and foster a transparent capital market. SECP has also issued a concept note proposing amendments to the Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFC) framework. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper eliciting public input on a proposed policy framework for the issuance of ordinary shares with varied rights a...[+2830 chars] 2025-03-19T23:10:02 The mining industry's daunting challenge to meet sustainability targets and be profitable Martin van Zyl https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/the-mining-industry-s-daunting-challenge-to-meet-sustainability-targets-and-be-profitable/ar-AA1BgQuH US en Martin van Zyl, sales manager, process industries ABB says the mining industry is facing a daunting challenge as rapid changes are expected to meet global targets while remaining profitable. There is a global commitment to total decarbonisation by 2050, and other regional targets to consider. Mining companies need to become beacons of collaboration, cooperation and compromise to succeed. ABB has just released a report Mining's Moment: The Pathway for Urgent Real Progress in Responsible Mining. While sustainability goals have become inevitable across all industries, particular pressures and responsibilities are being placed on the shoulders of the mining industry, with a limited timeframe in...[+9597 chars] 2025-03-19T23:00:00 SI Group Awarded Bronze Medal by EcoVadis for Corporate Social Responsibility Mar. 19, 2025 23:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6063897 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F03%2F19%2F9df914c01dc748dba66341054e132a7b.jpg TW en SI Group has received a Bronze medal from EcoVadis, a platform for evaluating corporate sustainability performance. The company is a leading developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates. It is based in The Woodlands, Texas. It operates 19 manufacturing facilities across three continents, serving customers in 80 countries. "Company Ranked in the Top 35% of All Rated Companies Underscoring the Company's Commitment to Good Sustainability Practices THE WOODLANDS, Texas , March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SI Group, a leading gl...[+3594 chars]" 2025-03-19T23:00:00 SI Group榮獲EcoVadis企業社會責任銅獎 Mar. 19, 2025 23:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/zh/news/6063894 https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2644408/csr.jpg?p=publish TW en SI Group has a 35% stake in EcoVadis. UN Global Compact has 26,000,000 shares in the company, which is worth $150,000. UN has a stake of about $1.5 million in the SI Group. "該公司在所有評級公司中排名前35%，突顯了公司對良好可持續發展實踐的承諾。 德克薩斯州伍德蘭茲 2025年3月19日 /美通社/ -- 全球領先的性能添加劑、工藝解決方案、製藥和化學中間體的開發與製造商SI Group榮獲EcoVadis頒發的銅獎。EcoVadis是全球信賴的企業可持續發展績效評估平台。這一認可突顯了SI Group對負責任商業實踐的承諾，以及其在環境、社會和治理（ESG）倡議方...[+1129 chars]" 2025-03-19T22:34:03 SECP seeks feedback on issuance of capital APP https://tribune.com.pk/story/2535321/secp-seeks-feedback-on-issuance-of-capital https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/1452047-secp-1499406517/1452047-secp-1499406517.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper asking for public input on a proposed policy framework for the issuance of ordinary shares with varied rights and privileges by companies. The initiative is aimed at enhancing corporate governance, protecting shareholder interests and fostering a transparent capital market. "Listen to article The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper eliciting public input on a proposed policy framework for the issuance of ordinary shares wi...[+1280 chars]" 2025-03-19T22:21:00 Firstsource in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 for second consecutive year Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/20/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/firstsource-in-sp-global-sustainability-yearbook-2025-for-second-consecutive-year/2076637 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/20/571408.jpg PH en Firstsource Solutions Limited (NSE: FSL) (BSE: 532809) is an RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group company. For the second consecutive year, Firstsource has been included in the prestigious S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. Firstsource achieved an ESG score of 81 and a CSA score of 99. "- Named 'Industry Mover' - Among 'Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score' MELBOURNE, Australia , March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Firstsource Solutions Limited (NSE: FSL) (BSE: 532809), an RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group c...[+2952 chars]" 2025-03-19T21:00:00 Lassila & Tikanoja plc: Announcement of a change in shareholding according to Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Market Act https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6063765 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Nordea Funds Ltd's direct holding in Lassila & tikanoja plc is less than 5% of the company's total shares and votes below 5%. L&T is a service company that is putting the circular economy into practice. It employs approximately 7,400 people and its net sales in 2024 amounted to EUR 770.7 million. It is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. "Support Us Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 19, 2025 21:00 Lassila & Tikanoja plcStock exchange release19 March 2025 3:00 pm Lassila & Tikanoja plc: Announcement of a change ...[+2602 chars]" 2025-03-19T20:34:18 BWXT Releases 2025 Sustainability Report Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/bwxt-releases-2025-sustainability-report https://mms.businesswire.com/media/20250319426233/en/1084197/3/BWXT_logo_%C2%AE_RGB.jpg CA en BX Technologies released its 2025 Sustainability Report today. The report highlights BWXT's efforts as a responsible corporate citizen. It includes key metrics that underscore the company's ongoing commitment to transparency and insights from employees and community partners. It also includes detailed impact stories. "Article content LYNCHBURG, Va. — BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) released its 2025 Sustainability Report today, featuring a new structure centered around People, Planet and Principles. As BWXT con...[+429 chars]" 2025-03-19T20:31:38 AGM Group Holdings Inc. Announces Receipt of Nasdaq Notification Regarding Minimum Bid Requirements https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/20/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/agm-group-holdings-inc-announces-receipt-of-nasdaq-notification-regarding-minimum-bid-requirements/2076596 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/20/571372.png PH en AGM Group Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: AGMH) is an integrated technology company specializing in the assembling and sales of high-performance hardware and computing equipment. The Company is not in compliance with the minimum bid price requirement set forth under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), because the closing bid price of the Company's Class A ordinary shares was below the minimum of $1.00 per share for a period of 30 consecutive business days. The notification has no immediate effect on the listing of the shares, which continue to trade on Nasdaq under the ticker AGMH. "Beijing, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AGM Group Holdings Inc. (""AGM Holdings' or the ""Company') (NASDAQ: AGMH), an integrated technology company specializing in the assembling and sales of high-...[+4001 chars]" 2025-03-19T20:30:52 Nayagaon civic body ESZ limit to remain 100 m Tribune News Service https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/punjab/nayagaon-civic-body-esz-limit-to-remain-100-m https://www.tribuneindia.com/sortd-service/imaginary/v22-01/jpg/large/high?url=dGhldHJpYnVuZS1zb3J0ZC1wcm8tcHJvZC1zb3J0ZC9tZWRpYTExYWRiYmIwLTA1MDEtMTFmMC1hOTk3LWUzYWEyZTRhMzM5Ni5qcGc= IN en The limit of eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) for the Nayagaon Municipal Committee will remain 100 metres. The state government had proposed to increase the limit to 3 km. Kharar MLA Anmol Gagan Maan said the state government reduced the ESZ to 100 m, down from the proposed 3 km limit. "Advertisement The Forest and Wildlife Department of the Punjab Government today deposed before the Supreme Court that the limit of eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) for the Nayagaon Municipal Committee will re...[+768 chars]" 2025-03-19T19:32:00 Sebi cuts minimum investment in social stock exchange instruments to Rs 1,000 PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-cuts-minimum-investment-in-social-stock-exchange-instruments-to-rs-1000/articleshow/119219771.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119219791,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-4850,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Minimum investment for Zero Coupon Zero Principal Instruments on the Social Stock Exchange has been reduced from Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,000. ZCZP are instruments for donating money to non-profit organizations listed on the SSE. The move aims to enhance retail participation in social impact investments. "Capital markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday said it has reduced the minimum investment amount for Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments on the Social Stock Exchange from Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,000....[+1645 chars]" 2025-03-19T18:59:30 Think tank urges private sector to boost clmate financing in Africa PHIDEL KIZITO https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/2025/03/think-tank-urges-private-sector-to-boost-clmate-financing-in-africa https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/files/2025/03/1K1A2537-1024x683.jpg KE en European House – Ambrosetti has called for increased private sector financing to tackle climate change in Africa. Private enterprises drive Africa's economy, employing 90 percent of the workforce and contributing two-thirds of total investments. Small and medium-sized enterprises account for 50 percent of Africa's GDP and are well-positioned to drive climate solutions across industries. Africa requires $30 billion to $50 billion annually to meet its climate goals. NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 19 – Management consulting firm European House – Ambrosetti has called for increased private sector financing to tackle climate change in Africa, stressing its crucial role in comp...[+1628 chars] 2025-03-19T18:59:01 UBS CEO says better early warning will help make banking safer Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ubs-ceo-says-better-early-185901181.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/07ea1cdd2a65b8d9160a3aa4cea7f10f US en Sergio Ermotti urges authorities to improve their ability to detect problems at banks. UBS is at the heart of the debate on new regulations because of the significance it assumed when it acquired the stricken Credit Suisse. The bank says saddling UBS with excessive capital demands would put it and the Swiss financial centre at a disadvantage. ZURICH (Reuters) - UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti on Wednesday urged authorities to improve their ability to detect problems at banks as he sought to find common ground over efforts to overhaul the Swiss bank...[+1198 chars] 2025-03-19T18:52:53 Factcheck: Kemi Badenoch's claim that net zero is ‘impossible' by 2050 The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Factcheck_Kemi_Badenoch_s_claim_that_net_zero_is_impossible_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/[] US en Tory leader Kemi Badenoch ditched net zero by 2050 as a Tory policy this week. She provides no evidence to support her position that flies in face of expert reports and her own words. The target was signed by the Conservative party leader. Tory leader provides no evidence to support position that flies in face of expert reports and her own wordsThe Conservative party leader, Kemi Badenoch, officially ditched net zero by 2050 as a Tory p...[+38 chars] 2025-03-19T18:33:08 Stock market task force to propose sweeping reforms to public issue rules Anniversary Issue-I https://thefinancialexpress.com.bd/economy/stock-market-task-force-to-propose-sweeping-reforms-to-public-issue-rules https://tfe-bd.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/posts/88882/p9-info-ipo-outline.jpg BD en A task force on the country's capital market reforms is set to deliver a series of recommendations aimed at overhauling public issue rules to attract good companies to the stock market and enhance its depth. The current book building method discourages reputable companies from going public as it lacks proper valuation mechanism. Under the new guidelines, the regulator will not approve IPO proposals if the stock exchanges deem them unfit for public listing. Direct listing on a case to case basis for large multinational and local private businesses so that a minimum 10% shares can be floated. A task force on the country's capital market reforms is set to deliver a series of recommendations aimed at overhauling public issue rules to attract good companies to the stock market and enhance its...[+7828 chars] 2025-03-19T18:33:00 EQB Chief Executive Officer Andrew Moor to speak at National Bank Financial's 23rd Annual Financial Services Conference CNW Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eqb-chief-executive-officer-andrew-183300396.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnwgroup.com/c327874e2cb5a249aeedaf2374e06273 US en Andrew Moor will speak at National Bank Financial's 23rd Annual Financial Services Conference on March 25, 2025. The presentation will begin at 1:30 p.m. ET. A recording of the event will be available on EQB's website by 6:00 pm ET. The webcast will be archived for three months. TORONTO, March 19, 2025 /CNW/ - Andrew Moor, president and chief executive officer of EQB Inc., parent company of Equitable Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™, will speak at National Bank Financial's 23r...[+1825 chars] 2025-03-19T18:02:49 KSA Introduces New Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Rules (Greenberg Traurig LLP) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/KSA_Introduces_New_Ultimate_Beneficial_Ownership_Rules_Green https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/[] US en The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's new UBO Rules, effective 3 April 2025, require most companies to disclose their UBOs to the Ministry of Commerce. This is an abstract of the new rules. i.e. it's the go-to guide to the rules. ) Go-To Guide: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's new UBO Rules, effective 3 April 2025, require most companies to disclose their UBOs to the Ministry of Commerce. []This is an abstract of the 2025-03-19T17:42:31 Dangote Warns of Fresh Fuel Price Hike, Halts Sale of Petrol In Naira Tori https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4198938/dangote-warns-of-fresh-fuel-price-hike-halts-sale-of-petrol-in-naira.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The company disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday on its X account and it was made public on the X's website. It's not clear if the company will make any changes to its products.    in the future. The company disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday on its X account. 2025-03-19T17:38:17 House energy coalition demands EPA release $27B in ‘legally obligated money' Rebecca Barnabi https://augustafreepress.com/news/house-energy-coalition-demands-epa-release-27b-in-legally-obligated-money https://augustafreepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/climate-change.jpg?_t=1742405900 US en House energy coalition leaders are leading 82 members of Congress in urging the EPA to release legally obligated money from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. The EPA terminated contracts with all eight awardees under the GGRF's National Clean Investment Fund and Clean Communities Investment Accelerator. The termination would threaten $20 billion in clean energy and local economic development projects. "(© Nicola – stock.adobe.com) House energy coalition leaders are leading 82 members of Congress in urging the EPA to release legally obligated money from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund . The leaders...[+3945 chars]" 2025-03-19T17:05:29 Roche Scraps Global DEI Leadership Targets on Trump Pressure Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/roche-scraps-global-dei-leadership-targets-on-trump-pressure/89032102 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/wp-content/uploads/swissinfo-theme/swi-fallback-featured-image.jpg?ver=1741691099 CH en Roche Holding AG scrapped long-held global diversity targets for its leadership. The impact will go beyond Roche's US unit, Genentech, to affect the Swiss drugmaker's business worldwide. Roche had set incremental annual goals for boosting the number of female leaders and leaders from under-represented nationalities. (Bloomberg) — Roche Holding AG scrapped long-held global diversity targets for its leadership, showing how pressure from the Trump administration is causing companies to back away from DEI policies ou...[+3174 chars] 2025-03-19T16:58:42 IBBI Enhances Transparency in Insolvency Process with Tax Loss Disclosure Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3313931-ibbi-enhances-transparency-in-insolvency-process-with-tax-loss-disclosure https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/06_06_2024_16_49_07_1221233.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has implemented new guidelines requiring insolvency professionals to document carry-forward losses under the Income Tax Act, 1961 in the information memorandum. The updated disclosure framework is set to empower potential resolution applicants by offering a fuller understanding of financial standing of corporate debtors. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has implemented new guidelines requiring insolvency professionals to divulge details of carry-forward losses under Income Tax norms in the informati...[+793 chars] 2025-03-19T16:58:28 IBBI Makes Detailed Disclosure of Carry-forward Losses in Insolvency Process Mandatory PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-ibbi-makes-detailed-disclosure-of-carry-forward-losses-in-insolvency-process-mandatory-6721308.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/news-default-img-784x441.jpg IN en IBBI has mandated insolvency professionals to disclose details of carry-forward losses under the Income Tax Act, 1961 in the information memorandum prepared during the insolventcy process. The objective is to provide potential resolution applicants with a more comprehensive understanding of the corporate debtor's financial position. New Delhi, Mar 19 (PTI) The IBBI has mandated insolvency professionals to disclose details of carry-forward losses under the Income Tax norms in the information memorandum prepared during the insolven...[+1925 chars] 2025-03-19T16:55:36 To ease IPO process, PSE relaxes minimum float The Philippine Star https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/To_ease_IPO_process_PSE_relaxes_minimum_float https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iOpJywrdCuQ/0.jpg US en The Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. relaxed the minimum public float requirement for large offerings in a bid to make it easier for these companies to decide to proceed with their initial public offerings. The requirement was previously set to be twice the number of shares offered by the company. The Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. has relaxed the minimum public float requirement for large offerings in a bid to make it easier for these companies to decide to proceed with their initial public of...[+8 chars] 2025-03-19T16:49:34 Giga Metals Announces Non-Brokered Private Placement Globe Newswire https://www.parrysound.com/globenewswire/giga-metals-announces-non-brokered-private-placement/article_c47edfc0-ef42-553b-bcb3-1bfdece788ce.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/parrysound.com/content/tncms/custom/image/2ee8df1e-fbeb-11ed-a1f3-cff9ed14b48b.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en Mark Jarvis, CEO of Giga Metals Corporation (TSX.V: Giga) announced today that the Company intends to complete a non-brokered private placement of up to 5,000,000 units at a price of $0.10 per Unit to raise up to $500,000. "Twitter Email Print Copy article link Save NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mark Jarvis, CEO ...[+286 chars]" 2025-03-19T16:32:00 PSE relaxes IPO rule, sets 15% minimum share sale Ruelle Castro https://malaya.com.ph/business/business-news/pse-relaxes-ipo-rule-sets-15-minimum-share-sale https://malaya.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/default-featured-image-new-scaled.jpg PH en The Philippine Stock Exchange has introduced a new rule for new IPO applicants. The minimum threshold for the share sale is P5 billion and the minimum float is 15 percent of the capital stock. There is also a two- to three-year window for the follow-on offering to meet the minimum 20 percent public float of listed companies. The rule will be reviewed after two years. "- Advertisement - The Philippine Stock Exchange said yesterday companies wanting to tap the stock market for the first time can apply for a share sale with a minimum float of 15 percent of the capital...[+3885 chars]" 2025-03-19T16:30:45 BGL earns Great Place to Work for women recognition Global Data https://www.yahoo.com/news/finance/news/bgl-earns-great-place-women-163045178.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/LOSJJX.jYdI4n6Dsfz8ccA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/international_accounting_bulletin_542/da49c15e4c6f8c4d8fce46d72c48937d US en BGL Corporate Solutions has been recognised as one of Australia's Best Workplaces for Women for the fourth year in a row. BGL offers company compliance, self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF), investment management, identity verification and AI-powered paper-to-data software solutions. "BGL Corporate Solutions has been recognised as one of Australia's Best Workplaces for women for the fourth year in a row. The Australia-based company offers company compliance, self-managed superannua...[+2070 chars]" 2025-03-19T16:27:25 Godmother launches a Guide to Best Practices in organizing sustainable events, aiming to change the industry paradigm Simona Hrincescu https://business-review.eu/business/media-marketing/godmother-launches-a-guide-to-best-practices-in-organizing-sustainable-events-aiming-to-change-the-industry-paradigm-280744 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Alice-Gavril_lansare-ghid.jpg EU en Godmother, a brand experience agency with over 20 years of experience in the event industry, launched a best practice guide for organizing sustainable events yesterday. The guide is over 60 pages long and includes detailed information on how to approach sustainability in every phase of the event process. The global event industry is expected to nearly double by 2035, reaching an estimated value of $819.1 billion. Romania is at a turning point in terms of legislation regarding sustainability. Godmother, a brand experience agency with over 20 years of experience in the event industry, launched 'Play Smart, Act Kindly – How to Organize Sustainable Events' yesterday, a best practice guide for...[+3983 chars] 2025-03-19T16:10:31 SEC open to lower public float for large IPOs Ashley Erika https://www.bworldonline.com/corporate/2025/03/20/660485/sec-open-to-lower-public-float-for-large-ipos https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/PSE-board.jpg PH en Companies planning to list on the Philippine Stock Exchange with an initial public offering (IPO) exceeding P5 billion may seek relief to offer less than the required 20% public float. So far this year, no new company has joined the stock market. Globe Telecom, Inc. recently said it would seek regulatory relief from the 20% minimum public ownership rule for the planned GCash IPO. "By Ashley Erika O. Jose, Reporter COMPANIES planning to list on the Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc. (PSE) with an initial public offering (IPO) exceeding P5 billion may seek relief to offer less than ...[+2774 chars]" 2025-03-19T16:00:59 SI Group榮獲EcoVadis企業社會責任銅獎 美通社 https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-prnewswire/prnasia/2025/03/19/1143349/si-group%E6%A6%AE%E7%8D%B2ecovadis%E4%BC%81%E6%A5%AD%E7%A4%BE%E6%9C%83%E8%B2%AC%E4%BB%BB%E9%8A%85%E7%8D%8E https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/95496/si_group__inc__logo.jpg?p=medium600 HK en Dave Brass and EcoVadis have a combined stake of 35%. UN Global Compact has a stake of 26,000,000. SI Group has a share of 150,000 with a stake in the company of about 30%.   "該公司在所有評級公司中排名前35%，突顯了公司對良好可持續發展實踐的承諾。 德克薩斯州伍德蘭茲 2025年3月19日 /美通社/ — 全球領先的性能添加劑、工藝解決方案、製藥和化學中間體的開發與製造商SI Group榮獲 EcoVadis 頒發的銅獎。EcoVadis是全球信賴的企業可持續發展績效評估平台。這一認可突顯了SI Group對負責任商業實踐的承諾，以及其在環境、社會和治理（ESG）倡議...[+4025 chars]" 2025-03-19T16:00:00 To ease IPO process, PSE relaxes minimum float Richmond Mercurio https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/03/20/2429611/ease-ipo-process-pse-relaxes-minimum-float https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/03/19/ramon_2025-03-19_18-56-26.jpg PH en Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. has relaxed the minimum public float requirement for large offerings in a bid to make it easier for these companies to decide to proceed with their initial public offerings (IPOs). The exemption is currently in effect and companies that want to do an IPO are informed by the PSE about it. MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. (PSE) has relaxed the minimum public float requirement for large offerings in a bid to make it easier for these companies to decide to proceed ...[+3273 chars] 2025-03-19T16:00:00 Thunes Earns Silver Medal From EcoVadis For Sustainability Performance https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6063374 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en EcoVadis places Thunes in the top 15% of companies globally, validating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitment and performance. Thunes has been a UN Global Compact member since 2022, reflecting its commitment to responsible business practices. "EcoVadis places Thunes in the top 15% of companies globally, validating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitment and performance. SINGAPORE, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Thunes , the S...[+2016 chars]" 2025-03-19T15:47:07 Halesowen College looking to recruit new governors Matty Airey https://www.halesowennews.co.uk/news/25021636.halesowen-college-looking-recruit-new-governors https://www.halesowennews.co.uk/resources/images/18510911.jpg?type=og-image GB en Halesowen College is looking for new board members to help it improve. They are looking for candidates with leadership skills, especially those with experience in safeguarding, finance and regulatory compliance. The college is committed to improving outcomes for all learners and supporting local communities. "Halesowen College wants new board members to help it improve. The governors will play an important part in the college's plan to become outstanding. This role allows people to help direct the school's...[+820 chars]" 2025-03-19T15:38:16 Daily Insight for CEOs: Building a strong corporate governance framework – A CEO's responsibility https://www.myjoyonline.com/daily-insight-for-ceos-building-a-strong-corporate-governance-framework-a-ceos-responsibility https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-19-at-07.33.20.jpeg GH en Corporate governance is the backbone of any successful business. It ensures accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership. It is crucial for long-term growth and stakeholder confidence. Key corporate governance principles every CEO should implement are: Strengthen board effectiveness, enhance transparency and accountability, implement strong risk management policies, and adopt ESG standards. Corporate governance is the backbone of any successful business. It ensures accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership, which are crucial for long-term growth and stakeholder confidence. For...[+2553 chars] 2025-03-19T15:19:37 SI Group Awarded Bronze Medal by EcoVadis for Corporate Social Responsibility Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/19/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/si-group-awarded-bronze-medal-by-ecovadis-for-corporate-social-responsibility/2076435 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/19/571184.jpg PH en SI Group has received a Bronze medal from EcoVadis for its commitment to responsible business practices and its efforts in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. SI Group operates 19 manufacturing facilities across three continents, serving customers in 80 countries with the support of 1,600 employees worldwide. "THE WOODLANDS, Texas , March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SI Group, a leading global developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates, ha...[+2002 chars]" 2025-03-19T15:14:29 Sebi Slashes Minimum Investment for Social Stock Exchange Instruments to Boost Participation Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3313774-sebi-slashes-minimum-investment-for-social-stock-exchange-instruments-to-boost-participation https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/30_05_2024_05_00_41_5756075.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The minimum investment required for Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments on the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) has been reduced from Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,000. The move is expected to channel more funds to non-profit organizations in fields such as education and healthcare. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) announced a significant reduction in the minimum investment required for Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments on the Social Stock Exchange (S...[+972 chars] 2025-03-19T15:14:06 Sebi Cuts Minimum Investment in Social Stock Exchange Instruments to Rs 1,000 PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-cuts-minimum-investment-in-social-stock-exchange-instruments-to-rs-1000-6721103.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-01-781x441.jpg IN en Sebi has reduced the minimum investment amount for Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments on the Social Stock Exchange from Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,000. The move aims to enhance retail participation in social impact investments. SSE is a bourse that brings together social enterprises and donors. New Delhi, Mar 19 (PTI) Capital markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday said it has reduced the minimum investment amount for Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments on the Social Stock Exchange fro...[+2114 chars] 2025-03-19T15:09:01 Board diversity and inclusion: A new imperative for Nigerian companies Nairametrics https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4198513/board-diversity-and-inclusion-a-new-imperative-for-nigerian-companies.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Corporate governance in Nigeria is undergoing a significant transformation. Board diversity and inclusion is a new imperative for Nigerian companies. Nairametrics is a business news website. It is based in Nigeria and is published by African Media Exchange (AMETrics). "Corporate governance in Nigeria is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation.The post Board diversity and inclusion: A new imperative for Nigerian companies appeared first on Nairametrics. Cli...[+27 chars]" 2025-03-19T15:02:21 Corporate Governance 2024 (DnB Bank ASA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Corporate_Governance_2024_DnB_Bank_ASA https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zVmYhm1yVtw/0.jpg US en DNB Group will implement and report on corporate governance in accordance with the Norwegian Code of Practice for Corporate Governance in 2024. The report describes how the 15 points set out in the code relate to the implementation of the code.    )Implementation of and reporting on corporate governance 2024DNB GroupImplementation of and reporting on corporate governance 2024This report describes how the 15 points set out in the Norwegian Code ...[+40 chars] 2025-03-19T15:00:00 SI Group Awarded Bronze Medal by EcoVadis for Corporate Social Responsibility CNW Group https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/si-group-awarded-bronze-medal-150000671.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnw.ca/df933d752f56c18e2d9b06bf50652cac US en SI Group has received a Bronze medal from EcoVadis for corporate sustainability performance. The recognition highlights the company's commitment to responsible business practices and its continuous efforts in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. The company's most recent ranking places SI Group in the top 35% of the more than 150,000 businesses assessed by Ecovadis. "Company Ranked in the Top 35% of All Rated Companies Underscoring the Company's Commitment to Good Sustainability Practices THE WOODLANDS, Texas, March 19, 2025 /CNW/ -- SI Group, a leading global dev...[+3834 chars]" 2025-03-19T15:00:00 SI Group Awarded Bronze Medal by EcoVadis for Corporate Social Responsibility SI Group https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/corporate_social_responsibility/si-group-awarded-bronze-medal-by-ecovadis-for-corporate-social-responsibility/article_a20231a9-70fd-55f6-9040-86622fa4f544.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/62/5627d60f-bc08-58bf-a527-ff273f9767c2/67dae0014c2e2.image.jpg?crop=1440%2C756%2C0%2C342&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en SI Group has received a Bronze medal from EcoVadis, a platform for evaluating corporate sustainability performance. The recognition highlights the company's commitment to responsible business practices and its continuous efforts in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. "Company Ranked in the Top 35% of All Rated Companies Underscoring the Company's Commitment to Good Sustainability Practices THE WOODLANDS, Texas, March 19, 2025 /CNW/ -- SI Group, a leading global dev...[+408 chars]" 2025-03-19T15:00:00 SI Group Awarded Bronze Medal by EcoVadis for Corporate Social Responsibility 美通社 https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-prnewswire/prnasia/2025/03/19/1143351/si-group-awarded-bronze-medal-by-ecovadis-for-corporate-social-responsibility https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/95496/si_group__inc__logo.jpg?p=medium600 HK en SI Group has received a Bronze medal from EcoVadis for its commitment to good business practices. The company's most recent ranking places SI Group in the top 35% of the more than 150,000 businesses assessed by the platform. SI Group is a leading developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates. "Company Ranked in the Top 35% of All Rated Companies Underscoring the Company's Commitment to Good Sustainability Practices THE WOODLANDS, Texas , March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SI Group, a leading glo...[+6156 chars]" 2025-03-19T14:53:00 CSE establishes framework for SOE listing, awaits govt’s plan https://www.adaderana.lk/news/106696/cse-establishes-framework-for-soe-listing-awaits-govts-plan- https://adaderanaenglish.s3.amazonaws.com/1742376232-cse-6.jpg LK en The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) introduced a new board called the Catalyst Board to facilitate the listing of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) as proposed in the 2025 Budget presented by the government. CSE has provided a transition period to ease the listing process. The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has introduced a new board, called the Catalyst Board, to facilitate the listing of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), as proposed in the 2025 Budget presented by the gov...[+1382 chars] 2025-03-19T14:38:41 Parl panel pitches for transparent system to track time taken for insolvency resolution cases PTI https://www.theweek.in/wire-updates/business/2025/03/19/del86-par-panel-insolvency-law.html https://www.theweek.in/content/dam/week/wire-updates/pti-preview-theweek.jpg IN en Parliamentary panel on Wednesday asked the government to put in place a transparent system to track the time taken for the resolution of some insolvency cases and have a central online portal for direct submission of resolution plans. It also recommended setting up a dedicated ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) oversight body within the ministry. New Delhi, Mar 19 (PTI) Amid instances of long delays in some insolvency cases, a Parliamentary panel on Wednesday asked the government to put in place a transparent system to track the time taken for...[+2324 chars] 2025-03-19T14:31:31 Enhancing Transparency: Parliamentary Panel's Push for Better Insolvency Processes Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3313693-enhancing-transparency-parliamentary-panels-push-for-better-insolvency-processes https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/02_08_2024_11_09_48_2781867.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en A Parliamentary panel urged the government to establish a transparent system for tracking the time taken to resolve insolvency cases. The panel proposed the creation of an ESG oversight body within the corporate affairs ministry to oversee ESG disclosures, ensure compliance with standards and penalize greenwashing. A Parliamentary panel urged the government to establish a transparent system for tracking the time taken to resolve insolvency cases, highlighting the need for a central online portal for direct submi...[+797 chars] 2025-03-19T14:21:33 Omnibus: Shall companies pause their CSRD compliance efforts? https://www.luxtimes.lu/test/omnibus-shall-companies-pause-their-csrd-compliance-efforts/50261247.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/anupr-ey100166-edit.jpg/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/EY100166-Edit.jpg LU en The Omnibus Package seeks to reduce administrative burdens by 25% overall and by 35% for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by the end of 2029. Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a key initiative by the European Union to support its Sustainable Finance Action Plan under the EU Green Deal aiming for Net Zero emissions by 2050. This initiative seeks to reduce administrative burdens by 25% overall and by 35% for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by the end of 2029. Beyond easing compliance, the Omnibus Package present...[+4120 chars] 2025-03-19T14:16:14 From the Podium to the Boardroom: Steve Mesler Launches MPG Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/from-the-podium-to-the-boardroom-steve-mesler-launches-mpg https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/olympic-gold-medalist-steve-mesler-launces-mesler-performanc.png CA en Steve Mesler is an Olympic gold medalist, entrepreneur, and business expert. He runs Melser Performance Group, which offers executive and performance coaching, coaching and advisory support, workshops, retreats and keynote speaking services. He is also an in-demand keynote speaker and panelist. Published Mar 19, 2025 • 2 minute read From the Olympic podium to the boardroom, Steve Mesler knows that success isn't about shortcuts--it's about showing up, making intentional choices, and pushing l...[+4401 chars] 2025-03-19T14:12:08 CWG proposes 39kobo final dividend per share Iheanyi Nwachukwu https://businessday.ng/markets/article/cwg-proposes-39kobo-final-dividend-per-share https://cdn.businessday.ng/2023/05/philip-obioha-1.png NG en CWG Plc proposed a final dividend of 39kobo per share for the period ended December 31, 2024. The payment date is on April 11. Dividends will be paid electronically to shareholders whose names appear on the register of members as at April 7. "CWG Plc has for the period ended December 31, 2024 proposed a final dividend of 39kobo per share. The proposed dividend which is subject to appropriate withholding tax (WHT) and approval will be paid ...[+1309 chars]" 2025-03-19T14:08:20 Only 15 countries have met the latest Paris agreement deadline. Is any nation serious about tackling climate change? Doug Specht https://uk.news.yahoo.com/only-15-countries-met-latest-140820912.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_conversation_464/717c94dd3eeef6c75650b087d8d0e8aa US en The latest deadline for countries to submit plans for slashing the greenhouse gas emissions fuelling climate change has passed. Less than 8% of the 194 parties signed up to the Paris agreement met it. The 15 countries that submitted NDCs on time include the United Arab Emirates, the UK, Switzerland, Ecuador and a number of small states, such as Andorra and the Marshall Islands. Some of the world's largest emitters, including China, India and Russia, failed to submit new NDC. The latest deadline for countries to submit plans for slashing the greenhouse gas emissions fuelling climate change has passed. Only 15 countries met it – less than 8% of the 194 parties currently sig...[+6588 chars] 2025-03-19T13:59:20 Southland Industries Announces New Leadership Appointments Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/southland-industries-announces-new-leadership-appointments/article_bde7ee2a-d4ef-55c2-b58a-28b712d9812b.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Southland Industries announces several changes within its leadership team. The new leadership appointments are part of the company's strategic growth and commitment to safety and excellence. The changes are effective from Mar. 19, 2025 to Mar. 20, 2025, according to Southland Industries. "DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 19, 2025-- Southland Industries is excited to announce several changes within its leadership team. The new leadership appointments are part of the company's strategic...[+48 chars]" 2025-03-19T13:43:06 San Francisco Gay Pride Festival Is Scrambling For Funds After Corporate Sponsors Jump Ship – [your]NEWS your NEWS Media Newsroom https://yournews.com/2025/03/19/3313463/san-francisco-gay-pride-festival-is-scrambling-for-funds-after https://yournews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/shutterstock_1262773966-scaled.jpg US en Comcast, Anheuser-Busch, La Crema, and Diageo are backing out of their involvement in San Francisco's 2025 gay 'Pride' celebrations. The news comes amid President Donald Trump's efforts to crack down on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts. "(Flickr/ Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office) A host of longtime sponsors have begun backing out of their involvement in San Francisco's 2025 gay 'Pride' celebrations, SFGATE reported. San Fran...[+2618 chars]" 2025-03-19T13:39:56 Sustainability, diversity & inclusion are the key to business success Patrick Chalhoub https://www.khaleejtimes.com/uae/sustainability-diversity-inclusion-are-the-key-to-business-success https://imgengine.khaleejtimes.com/khaleejtimes-english/2025-03-19/il94lv8f/Patrick-Chalhoub.webp?width=1200&height=630&format=auto&ogImage=true&mode=fill&fill=blur AE en Sustainability, diversity and inclusion have emerged as pivotal factors in shaping modern businesses and workplaces. Companies that ignore these trends risk losing credibility, market share and talent. Research shows that organisations with diverse teams are more innovative, productive and financially successful. This year, the company welcomed 23 individuals with disabilities. In recent years, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion have emerged as pivotal factors in shaping modern businesses and workplaces, profoundly influencing organisational performance, societal perce...[+5063 chars] 2025-03-19T13:19:16 San Francisco Gay Pride Festival Scrambling For Funds After Corporate Sponsors Jump Ship Ireland Owens https://dailycaller.com/2025/03/19/san-francisco-gay-pride-festival-is-scrambling-for-funds-after-corporate-sponsors-jump-ship https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GettyImages-1405283797-scaled-e1742385624261.jpg US en Some longtime sponsors of San Francisco Pride are pulling out of their involvement in the 2025 gay 'Pride' celebrations due to a lack of funds. The news comes amid President Donald Trump's efforts to crack down on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts nationwide. "A host of longtime sponsors have begun backing out of their involvement in San Francisco's 2025 gay 'Pride' celebrations, SFGATE reported. San Francisco Pride, a nonprofit that host's the city's annua...[+2678 chars]" 2025-03-19T13:08:30 Trisura to Speak at National Bank Financial Services Conference JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/trisura-to-speak-at-national-bank-financial-services-conference/article_c404aeee-94e6-5794-8d1e-2b720eb5e2d7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en David Clare, President and Chief Executive Officer of Trisura Group Ltd. will participate in a fireside chat as a part of the National Bank Financial Services Conference on March 26, 2025. A link to access a replay of the webcast will be available in the 'Events' section of the website. "Twitter Email Print Copy article link Save TORONTO, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — David Clare, President and Chief Executive Officer of Trisura Group Ltd. ('Trisura' or 'Trisura Group') (TSX: TSU)...[+233 chars]" 2025-03-19T12:59:03 65,000 UK companies are unlawfully hiding their beneficial owner Dan Neidle https://taxpolicyassociates.substack.com/p/65000-uk-companies-are-unlawfully https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:best,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Ftaxpolicyassociates.substack.com%2Ftwitter%2Fsubscribe-card.jpg%3Fv%3D-591172669%26version%3D9 US en "UK company law requires every UK company to disclose the individuals who control it - their ""person with significant control"" (PSC). Around 65,000 UK companies hide their true ownership by unlawfully listing a foreign company as their PSC. There were 43 PSC prosecutions in 2016, but prosecutions dwindled over time." "UK company law requires every UK company to disclose the individuals who control it - their ""person with significant control"" (PSC). But the rules are widely ignored. We've found that around 65,000 UK...[+359 chars]" 2025-03-19T12:55:40 EFG Holding announces plans to list Valu on Egyptian Exchange Neesha Salian https://gulfbusiness.com/efg-holding-plans-to-list-valu-on-egx https://gulfbusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EFG-Holding-Building.jpeg AE en EFG Holding's Board of Directors has approved the listing of Valu. EFG Holding will distribute shares equivalent to a 20.488% stake in Valu to its shareholders based on the book value of the shares. Valu is a leader in Egypt's consumer finance sector with a 24% market share and recently obtained a fintech license from Egypt's Financial Regulatory Authority. "Image: Supplied EFG Holding has announced that its Board of Directors has approved the listing of As part of the process, the company will distribute shares in Valu to its shareholders instead of cash...[+2917 chars]" 2025-03-19T12:53:02 Big Group Receives Top SME Score for Climate Action in CDP Global 2024 Scoring PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Big_Group_Receives_Top_SME_Score_for_Climate_Action_in_CDP_G https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/[] US en London based agency achieves highest SME ranking for actions to measure, manage and mitigate carbon impact. Over 25,000 companies representing over 65%+ of the market cap disclose environmental impact through CDP. CDP is one of the world's best companies to work for. London based agency achieves highest SME ranking for actions to measure, manage and mitigate carbon impactOver 25000 companies representing over 65%+ of the market cap disclose environmental impact th...[+62 chars] 2025-03-19T12:47:51 India Municipal Bonds to Surpass Rs 1,500 Crore in FY 2025-26 ANI https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/municipal-bond-issuances-india-exceed-rs-1500-crore-fy-661 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en Since FY2018, the total amount raised in municipal bonds in India has exceeded Rs 2,600 crore. This is a substantial increase compared to the period between FY1998-FY2005 when less than Rs 1,000 crore was raised. The growth in the Indian municipal bond market can be attributed to measures taken by the Government and regulators. The report added that the share of Green/pooled bonds is also likely to increase, led by a growing focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives and enhancement in the credit profil...[+2205 chars] 2025-03-19T12:44:29 BSI launches consultation on proposed changes to flagship environmental guidelines https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4411035/bsi-launches-consultation-proposed-changes-flagship-environmental-guidelines https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/ef4d780/63acfbbb-890e-44e4-8531-24663ab1a820/1/iStock-1061630236-679-419-370x229.jpg GB en Businesses, environmental groups and the public are invited to contribute to a consultation on a draft amendment to the British Standards Institution's (BSI) Environmental Management Systems guidelines. BSI's guidelines are based on the European Union's (ECO) guidelines. Businesses, environmental groups, and the public have been invited to contribute to a consultation on a draft amendment to the British Standards Institution's (BSI) Environmental Management Systems gu...[+12 chars] 2025-03-19T12:39:00 Big Group Receives Top SME Score for Climate Action in CDP Global 2024 Scoring PR Newswire https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/big-group-receives-top-sme-123900618.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/340e352cf7736dae6574f5f95569150b US en London based agency achieves highest SME ranking for actions to measure, manage and mitigate carbon impact. Over 25,000 companies representing over 65%+ of the market cap disclose environmental impact through CDP. Big group achieved the B rating for 2024 across 14 climate categories evaluated from reductions in Scope 1,2 & 3 emissions through governance, strategy and ability to meet targets. "London based agency achieves highest SME ranking for actions to measure, manage and mitigate carbon impact Over 25000 companies representing over 65%+ of the market cap disclose environmental impact t...[+3250 chars]" 2025-03-19T12:36:58 GGL Resources Corp. Appoints Technical Committee ACCESS Newswire https://www.galvnews.com/ggl-resources-corp-appoints-technical-committee/article_1f4b543d-4e9a-56e6-a4cc-da8198aecbbc.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/galvnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/15a12480-fb7b-11ea-b7c4-87bc3f36b896.png?resize=600%2C338 US en GGL Resources Corp. (TSXV:GGL) is pleased to provide the following corporate update to its shareholders. GGL shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol: GGLG. A news release was issued by Access Newswire on March 19, 2025. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2025 / GGL Resources Corp. (TSXV:GGL) (""GGL"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to provide the following corporate update:" 2025-03-19T12:34:53 Carbon Data Open Protocol: Businesses join forces to launch carbon markets standards drive Jim Giles https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4411067/carbon-open-protocol-businesses-join-forces-launch-carbon-markets-standards-drive https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/707be38/b9bf40c2-70ec-4e86-b1af-db88f202d73f/2/iStock-1567694419-679-419-370x229.jpg GB en 30 businesses have joined forces to launch a new carbon data standards initiative. The aim is to create a clear set of definitions and rules to standardise data from carbon projects around the world. .   for the initiative is to be launched by the end of 2015. A group of 30 businesses have joined forces to launch a new carbon data standards initiative with the aim of creating a clear set of definitions and rules to standardise data from carbon projects arou...[+5 chars] 2025-03-19T12:30:00 Gildan Announces Participation at the 28th Annual CIBC Retail and Consumer Conference in Toronto Gildan Activewear https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gildan-announces-participation-28th-annual-123000698.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/qMsY4lkITRRiDfeJ4OvDAA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00Mjg-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/e7f3736c71f1ed030591e680ebb66533 US en Glenn J. Chamandy, Luca Barile and Jessy Hayem will participate in a fireside chat and one-on-one meetings with investors at the 28th Annual CIBC Retail and Consumer Conference in Toronto on March 26, 2025. Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel. MONTREAL, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) announced today that Glenn J. Chamandy, President & Chief Executive Officer; Luca Barile, Executive Vice-Preside...[+1797 chars] 2025-03-19T12:27:29 More than half of public ‘back low-income households receiving net zero grants' PA News Agency https://surreycomet.co.uk/news/national/25020651.half-public-back-low-income-households-receiving-net-zero-grants https://www.surreycomet.co.uk/resources/images/19225234.jpg?type=og-image GB en The YouGov survey of 2,079 adults was commissioned by Friends of the Earth. It found that 65% of respondents think households with low income should receive Government grants to help pay for climate measures. 85% think those responsible for pollution should shoulder the costs of its impact and 65% are worried about the impacts of climate change on future generations. 14% back net zero policies regardless of their impact on people with low-incomes. "The YouGov survey of 2,079 adults, commissioned by Friends of the Earth, also found that 65% of respondents said these households should receive Government grants to help pay for climate measures. Els...[+3255 chars]" 2025-03-19T12:27:20 More than half of public ‘back low-income households receiving net zero grants' Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/more-than-half-of-public-back-low-income-households-receiving-net-zero-grants/ar-AA1BeMti US en More than half of people support net zero policies. 65% of people think low-income households should receive Government grants to help pay for climate measures. 85% think those responsible for pollution should shoulder the costs of its impact and 65% are worried about the impacts of climate change on future generations. Just 14% say they back policies regardless of their impact on people with low-incomes. "More than half of people (54%) say their support for net zero policies relies on low-income households being protected from costs, polling suggests. The YouGov survey of 2,079 adults, commissioned by ...[+3669 chars]" 2025-03-19T12:27:20 More than half of public ‘back low-income households receiving net zero grants' Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.independent.co.uk/climate-change/news/friends-of-the-earth-government-kemi-badenoch-friends-yougov-b2717901.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/03/19/12/e59ffac4c1db4c6027c7195c0b8423f2Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQyNDcyMjMy-2.29517318.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en More than half of people support net zero policies. 65% of people think low-income households should receive Government grants to help pay for climate measures. 85% think those responsible for pollution should shoulder the costs of its impact and 65% are worried about the impacts of climate change on future generations. Just 14% say they back policies regardless of their impact on people with low-incomes. "More than half of people (54%) say their support for net zero policies relies on low-income households being protected from costs, polling suggests. The YouGov survey of 2,079 adults, commissioned by ...[+3961 chars]" 2025-03-19T11:47:00 Thailand to cut visas to 30 days to stop tourists doing jobs https://economynext.com/thailand-to-cut-visas-to-30-days-to-stop-tourists-doing-jobs-210747 https://economynext.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/thailand-visa.jpg LK en Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange is making a renewed push to demutualize in to a limited company in 2025. The CSE is now a entity limited by guarantee with brokers as members where profits are not distributed. The model considered is for broker members to get 60 percent and a market development funder under trustees to get 40 percent. Half the holdings should be sold down, which can be used to attract a foreign exchange as a partner. CSE also wants to look at regulations to ease listings. ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange is making a renewed push to demutualize the bourse in to a limited company in 2025, which can lead to international partnerships in the future, Chairma...[+1749 chars] 2025-03-19T11:46:50 StorageVault Announces Normal Course Issuer Bids for Common Shares and Debentures Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/StorageVault_Announces_Normal_Course_Issuer_Bids_for_Common_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/[] US en "StorageVault Canada Inc. (SVI-TSX) is a Canadian corporation. It is based in Toronto, Canada and has a market capitalization of $1.5 billion.    ""SVI"" means 'corporation' in English." TORONTO, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STORAGEVAULT CANADA INC. ('StorageVault' or the 'Corporation') (SVI-TSX) is 2025-03-19T11:37:34 Firstsource Solutions Earns Top ESG Honors in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3313383-firstsource-solutions-earns-top-esg-honors-in-sp-global-sustainability-yearbook-2025 https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/19_03_2025_11_37_33_8390409.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Firstsource Solutions Limited, a company under the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, has been acknowledged in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for the second year running, earning the 'Industry Mover' title and securing a 'Top 5% CSA Score' for FY2025. Firstsource Solutions Limited, a company under the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, has been acknowledged in the notable S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for the second year running, now earning the 'Industr...[+571 chars] 2025-03-19T11:31:53 SL Green Realty Corp. to Release First Quarter 2025 Financial Results After Market Close on ... SL Green Realty Corp https://www.eagletribune.com/region/sl-green-realty-corp-to-release-first-quarter-2025-financial-results-after-market-close-on/article_4d79ce85-bd12-55bc-bfd2-4128fd4b3186.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en SL Green Realty Corp. will release its earnings for the first quarter of 2025 on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 after market close. The Company's executive management team will host a conference call and audio webcast on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET to discuss the financial results. NEW YORK, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG), Manhattan's largest office landlord, today announced that it will release its earnings for the first quarter of 2025 on ...[+267 chars] 2025-03-19T11:15:41 Energy sector CEOs call on Ottawa to use emergency powers to speed key projects Canadian Press https://lethbridgenewsnow.com/2025/03/19/energy-sector-ceos-call-on-ottawa-to-use-emergency-powers-to-speed-key-projects https://d2ksr9467jthww.cloudfront.net/20250319110312/67daa751023d1607e408716cjpeg.jpg CA en The energy executives called for a simplification of regulation and a commitment to firm deadlines for project approvals. They also want an elimination of the federal government's cap on emissions, the repeal of the carbon levy on large emitters and loan guarantees to help Indigenous co-investment opportunities. "The energy executives called for a simplification of regulation and a commitment to firm deadlines for project approvals. They also want an elimination of the federal government's cap on emissions, th...[+362 chars]" 2025-03-19T11:10:06 Southwest Gas Holdings (NYSE:SWX) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.62 Simply Wall St https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/southwest-gas-holdings-nyse-swx-111006352.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f4bf946057709b1ca750da142978bde5 US en Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SWX) will pay a dividend of $0.62 per share on the 2nd of June. The annual payment will be 3.3% of the current stock price, which is in line with the average for the industry. Before this announcement, Southwest Gas Holdings was paying out 90% of earnings, but a comparatively small 43% of free cash flows. Over the past five years, the company's EPS has declined at around 6.8% a year. However, the next year is actually looking up, with earnings set to rise. Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SWX) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.62 per share on the 2nd of June. This means that the annual payment will be 3.3% of the current stock price, whi...[+3310 chars] 2025-03-19T11:02:17 European Commission set to unveil capital markets investment plan Bryan QUINN https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/business/20250319-european-commission-set-to-unveil-capital-markets-investment-plan https://s.france24.com/media/display/669b0e4e-04a6-11f0-8b07-005056a90284/w:1280/p:16x9/BusinessDaily190325EUSIU.jpg FR en Brussels is preparing to release a proposal on boosting investment into European firms via reforms to capital markets regulations. Entrepreneurs show off their ideas for a more sustainable use of outer space at a London trade show and talk about their plans for the future of space exploration. "06:28 Issued on: Modified: 06:28 min Brussels prepares to release a proposal on boosting investment into European firms via reforms to capital markets regulations. Also in this edition: entrepreneurs ...[+86 chars]" 2025-03-19T11:00:47 Lee Coates: Financial advisers and the SDR labels reality Lee Coates https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/opinion/lee-coates-financial-advisers-and-the-sdr-labels-reality https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2018/11/14154339/investments-sustainable-ethical-responsible-investing.jpg GB en The Investment Association and The Wisdom Council conducted a survey into the state of sustainable investing. Over half of retail investors are aware of the Financial Conduct Authority's Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) investment labels, but only 48% of those already investing sustainably have heard of the labels. 86% of advisers discuss the SDR labels with their clients and 77% feel confident in selecting funds that align with clients' sustainability preferences. Financial returns remain the primary driver of investment decisions. "The recent survey conducted by The Investment Association (IA) and The Wisdom Council presents a compelling insight into the state of sustainable investing. While over half (52%) of retail investors a...[+5479 chars]" 2025-03-19T10:47:00 Firstsource in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 for second consecutive year PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/firstsource-p-global-sustainability-yearbook-104700621.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/18fbdf3d7c5961548fd017b7ff36098a US en Firstsource Solutions Limited (NSE: FSL) (BSE: 532809) has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for the second year in a row. Firstsource achieved an ESG score of 81 and a CSA Score of 81. It is in the top 99th percentile. "- Top 99th percentile- Named 'Industry Mover'- Among 'Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score' MUMBAI, India, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Firstsource Solutions Limited (NSE: FSL) (BSE: 532809), an RP-Sanjiv Go...[+4340 chars]" 2025-03-19T10:45:42 Roche abandons global diversity targets on concern over U.S. executive orders Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/roche-abandons-global-diversity-targets-104542223.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/a65b44d23f5ea99c25d0444655b739b2 US en Roche abandons global targets for a more diverse workforce to avoid penalties from recent U.S. executive orders. Roche's Chief Diversity Offices in the US and in Basel will focus on inclusion and belonging. UBS this week scrapped references to establishing women in management roles and hiring employees from ethnic minority backgrounds from its 2024 annual report. "FRANKFURT (Reuters) -Swiss drugmaker Roche has abandoned global targets for a more diverse workforce to avoid penalties from recent U.S. executive orders, the latest in a slew of companies to do so. A...[+1147 chars]" 2025-03-19T10:43:18 Roche Scales Back Global Diversity Targets Amid U.S. Legal Concerns Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3313271-roche-scales-back-global-diversity-targets-amid-us-legal-concerns https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/01_07_2024_16_54_26_8907883.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Swiss drugmaker Roche revises its global diversity goals to avoid penalties related to recent U.S. executive orders. UBS recently removed goals related to gender and ethnic diversity from its future reports. The changes aim to ensure compliance with the new laws while continuing to deliver pharmaceutical solutions globally. Swiss drugmaker Roche has revised its global diversity goals to steer clear of penalties resulting from recent U.S. executive orders. The move aligns Roche with other companies scaling back diversity ...[+679 chars] 2025-03-19T10:30:00 ECGC PO final result 2025 declared: Direct link to download scorecards here TOI Education https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/ecgc-po-final-result-2025-declared-direct-link-to-download-scorecards-here/articleshow/119198348.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-119198344,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-262581,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India has released the final result for the ECGC Probationary Officer (PO) recruitment 2025. Candidates who attended the interview round can check their results on the official website www.ecGC.in. Shortlisted candidates will receive details about document verification, appointment letters, and joining dates. "ECGC PO final result 2025 : The Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India (ECGC) has released the final result for the ECGC Probationary Officer (PO) recruitment 2025. Candidates who attended the i...[+1467 chars]" 2025-03-19T10:17:50 Carbon removal gets a boost from standards-setting group Corbin Hiar https://www.eenews.net/articles/carbon-removal-gets-a-boost-from-standards-setting-group https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/32/a9/2ec7c78944efb5f9554b4e15a352/australia-apple-environment.JPEG US en The Science-Based Targets initiative wants to clarify how businesses can use technologies that pull carbon dioxide from the air and sea to meet their climate commitments. Since SBTi was founded a decade ago, more than 3,000 companies have set emission-cutting targets using the group's standards or vowed to do so. "An influential standards-setting group is trying to clarify how businesses can use technologies that pull carbon dioxide from the air and sea to meet their climate commitments. The move by the Science...[+928 chars]" 2025-03-19T10:15:00 GK grows solar savings https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/03/19/gk-grows-solar-savings https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/jamaicaobserver/news/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/03/feda44c446be95caccefc456ff1e9998.jpg JM en GRACEKENNEDY Limited (GK) is set to grow savings from its solar investment, expecting to recoup projected annual savings of US$1 million by 2026. GK rolled out a comprehensive energy policy in May 2022, committing over US$3 million to transition much of its operations to solar energy. The company is also looking to double revenues and triple profits as it expands earnings beyond local borders within the next five years. "GRACEKENNEDY Limited (GK) is set to grow savings from its solar investment, expecting to recoup projected annual savings of US$1 million by 2026. Group CEO Frank James, speaking at the company's recen...[+4283 chars]" 2025-03-19T10:13:39 Net-zero strategies cannot succeed without breaking down silos – consultant Webinar moderator Frikkie Malan, chief ... Mining Weekly https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Netzero_strategies_cannot_succeed_without_breaking_down_silo https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/[] US en It is important for any company starting its journey towards net zero or zero emissions to understand that for a sustainability strategy to hold any water, it is necessary to have a net zero carbon footprint. It is also important to be able to reduce the number of CO2 emissions. It is important for any company starting its journey towards net zero or even zero emissions to understand that, for a sustainability strategy to hold any water, the 2025-03-19T10:03:00 Niutech's Tire Recycling Project Achieves International ISCC EU/PLUS Dual Certifications Niutech https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/awards/niutechs-tire-recycling-project-achieves-international-iscc-eu-plus-dual-certifications/article_0852c801-1ce9-5370-89d6-26c0cd0106fd.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/2a/92aff876-516e-50f7-bb80-dfd189410c1d/67da99703a7f5.image.jpg?crop=1266%2C665%2C0%2C96&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) is one of the most authoritative, valuable and influential green certificates in sustainability. It is the first standard that complies with the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED). It has been well recognized by all EU member states and adopted by more than 4,800 enterprises in over 100 countries. ISCC EU is the mandatory certification for bioenergy and its relative raw materials to enter the EU market. JINAN, China, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) is one of the most authoritative, valuable and influential green certificates in sustainabilit...[+617 chars] 2025-03-19T09:31:00 Notice to convene the Annual General Meeting of ISS A/S ISS A/S https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/notice-convene-annual-general-meeting-093100948.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globe_newswire_uk_374/bfd89a1021077674f44e2d06c9fc79fd US en Annual General Meeting of ISS A/S will be held on Friday 11 April 2025 at 11:00 (CEST) at ISS World Services, Buddingevej 197, DK-2860 Søborg, Denmark. After the General Meeting, the company will host an informal shareholders' meeting with the opportunity to talk with the board members and management. ISS is a leading provider of workplace and facility service solutions. "Company Announcement Copenhagen, 19 March 2025No. 21/2025 Notice to convene the Annual General Meeting of ISS A/S ISS A/S, a leading workplace experience and facility management company, today announc...[+1586 chars]" 2025-03-19T09:30:53 Singapore CEO confidence falls amid rising costs and inflation Jewel Stolarchuk https://theindependent.sg/singapore-ceo-confidence-falls-amid-rising-costs-and-inflation https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Depositphotos_50391437_L-e1731485271468.jpg SG en CEO confidence in Singapore has fallen to 54% in March 2025 from 72% in September 2024. Global CEO confidence has climbed to 73.5% from 70.5%. Inflationary pressures and increasing operational expenses have left many leaders uncertain about their companies' short-term performance. 55% of Singapore's CEOs anticipate downsizing their workforce within the next year. SINGAPORE: Singapore's chief executive officers (CEOs) are facing a significant dip in confidence, with optimism levels falling to 54% in March 2025 from 72% in September 2024, according to a recent s...[+2774 chars] 2025-03-19T09:00:50 Independent Advisor Alliance Buys New Shares in Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Energy ETF (NYSEARCA:RSPG) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/19/independent-advisor-alliance-buys-new-shares-in-invesco-sp-500-equal-weight-energy-etf-nysearcarspg.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/invesco-sp-500-equal-weight-energy-etf-logo-1200x675.jpg?v=20230807085446&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Independent Advisor Alliance bought a new stake in Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Energy ETF (NYSEARCA:RSPG) in the fourth quarter. The fund bought 3,892 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $297,000. FMR LLC grew its holdings in RSPG by 3.0% in the third quarter. Jane Street Group LLC purchased a new stakes in the company. Worth Asset Management LLC bought 2,768 shares of RSPg during the fourth month. RSPP opened at $80.66 on Wednesday. Independent Advisor Alliance bought a new stake in Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Energy ETF (NYSEARCA:RSPG ) in the fourth quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The fund bought 3,892 shares of the company'...[+1855 chars] 2025-03-19T08:25:09 UAE green building push gains momentum with new sustainability standards DXB https://www.khaleejtimes.com/kt-network/uae-green-building-push-gains-momentum-with-new-sustainability-standards https://imgengine.khaleejtimes.com/khaleejtimes-english/2025-03-19/b2usbgva/KT-1004x565px-01.jpg?width=1200&height=630&format=auto&ogImage=true&mode=fill&fill=blur AE en The UAE is a leader in green real estate development thanks to progressive policies. Rapid urbanisation across the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region has made sustainability a priority for development. The financial sector is also playing a key role in accelerating the transition through green bonds and sustainability-linked loans. "The UAE is strengthening its position as a global leader in sustainable real estate, with progressive policies accelerating the adoption of green building practices, an industry expert has said. ""The ...[+3656 chars]" 2025-03-19T08:17:07 Thunes Earns Silver Medal From EcoVadis For Sustainability Performance PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Thunes_Earns_Silver_Medal_From_EcoVadis_For_Sustainability_P https://i.ytimg.com/vi/a3A_SZirnto/0.jpg US en EcoVadis places Thunes in the top 15% of companies globally, validating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitment and performance. Thunes is the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world. EcoVadis places Thunes in the top 15% of companies globally, validating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitment and performance.SINGAPORE, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Thunes, the Sma...[+40 chars] 2025-03-19T08:00:00 Roche Scraps Global DEI Leadership Targets After Trump Pressure Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/roche-scraps-global-dei-leadership-targets-after-trump-pressure/89032102 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/wp-content/uploads/swissinfo-theme/swi-fallback-featured-image.jpg?ver=1741691099 CH en Roche Holding AG scrapped long-held global diversity targets for its leadership. The impact will go beyond Roche's US unit and affect the Swiss drugmaker's business worldwide. Roche is making the changes to ensure it's 'compliant with the new requirements in the United States' Roche's chief diversity offices in the US and in Basel will focus on 'inclusion and belonging' (Bloomberg) — Roche Holding AG scrapped long-held global diversity targets for its leadership, showing how pressure from the Trump administration is causing companies to back away from DEI policies ou...[+2794 chars] 2025-03-19T07:58:05 UK offshore companies favour overseas opportunities amid uncertain domestic policy Upstream Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/UK_offshore_companies_favour_overseas_opportunities_amid_unc https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/[] US en 90% of UK's offshore companies have stopped investing in UK energy projects due to lack of certainty about future policy on energy policy. The UK has no clear energy policy at all.    yestlkelly.com The lack of certainty surrounding energy policy has prompted 90% of the UK's offshore companies 2025-03-19T07:42:05 Valoris Energy Expands Services to Support UK Businesses Amid Rising Energy Costs Ein News http://agriculture.einnews.com/pr_news/794871878/valoris-energy-expands-services-to-support-uk-businesses-amid-rising-energy-costs https://img.einnews.com/ampsize/853115/valoris-energy.jpeg UA en As UK businesses face rising energy costs, Valoris Energy is expanding its services to help them navigate the evolving energy landscape with greater stability and efficiency. The company prioritizes transparency in energy procurement and helps businesses secure electricity plans that balance cost-effectiveness and sustainability. "Our focus is on delivering structured energy solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients' — Tarun Uppal KINGS CROSS, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As UK busine...[+2205 chars]" 2025-03-19T07:28:00 ASCO partners with EBRD and EY on climate governance, sustainability initiatives Azernews https://www.azernews.az/business/239273.html https://www.azernews.az/media/2025/03/19/1742299458997372y1a2170.jpg AZ en A meeting was held at Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping (ASCO) CJSC with representatives from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Ernst & Young (EY), which provided consulting services on the Climate-related Corporate Governance (CCG) system project. EBRD is the first international financial institution to establish a CCG facility. The CCG project will help ASCO prepare corporate climate management action plans and align the company's activities with the goals of the Paris Agreement. "A meeting was held at Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping (ASCO) CJSC with representatives from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Ernst & Young (EY), which provided consulting se...[+1413 chars]" 2025-03-19T07:11:24 HAFNIA LIMITED: Resignation of Board Member Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/hafnia-limited-resignation-of-board-member/article_99e3623b-b836-56b3-98a1-ad3449caa888.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Erik Bartnes will be stepping down from the board effective from the annual general meeting (AGM) on 14 May 2025. The nomination committee will be putting forward a new candidate for the board before the AGM.    "SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 19, 2025-- Non-executive director Erik Bartnes will be stepping down from the board effective from the annual general meeting (AGM) on 14 May 2025. The nomination commi...[+74 chars]" 2025-03-19T07:11:00 Illawarra losing its grip on coal mine methane emissions, says analyst https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8920965/illawarra-coal-mines-urged-to-curb-methane-emissions-for-climate https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/gk4M5TtAHFtAbb98BYfYMb/98a7b66d-74bb-47ef-b95e-a06900eecc3b.png/r0_36_1920_1044_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en """It is an opportunity for the whole industry to contribute to reducing their emissions and act to pull back some of that social license that the coal industry has lost so much of over the last couple of years. The industry is willing to reinvest some of their own capital in reducing their, emissions." """It is an opportunity, I think, for the whole industry to not only valuably contribute to reducing their emissions, but act to pull back some of that social license that I think the coal industry has ...[+160 chars]" 2025-03-19T07:00:00 ASCO, EBRD address rollout potential for climate-related standards (PHOTO) Farid Zohrabov https://en.trend.az/business/4020626.html https://en.trend.az/media/2025/03/19/1742299458997372y1a2170.jpg AZ en A meeting was held at Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company (ASCO) with representatives of EBRD and Ernst & Young. They discussed the Climate-related Corporate Governance system (CCG) project. The project envisions the development of a Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework. BAKU, Azerbaijan, March 19.​ A meeting was held at Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company (ASCO) with representatives of EBRD and Ernst & Young (EY), the consultancy firm providing advisory services for ...[+1419 chars] 2025-03-19T06:11:57 Importance of Financial Reporting Council's public interest entities reclassification Donatus Eleko https://thenationonlineng.net/importance-of-financial-reporting-councils-public-interest-entities-reclassification https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/19114940/Donatus.jpeg NG en The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) of Nigeria redefined Public Interest Entities (PIEs) under Section 77 of the amended FRC Act 2011. PIEs encompasses a broad range of entities, including governments and government organisations, listed entities, non-listed entities that are regulated, public limited companies, private companies that are holding companies of public or regulated entities, concession entities, privatised entities with government interests, and those engaged in public works with significant contracts. "By Donatus Eleko The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) of Nigeria, in line with strengthening Nigeria's financial ecosystem, redefined Public Interest Entities (PIEs) under Section 77 of the amended F...[+3339 chars]" 2025-03-19T05:57:41 African Rainbow Capital Investments plans to delist from JSE and A2X markets Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/African_Rainbow_Capital_Investments_plans_to_delist_from_JSE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/[] US en African Rainbow Capital Investments (ARCI) plans to delist from JSE and A2X Markets. ARCI attracted very limited international funding and no funding due to the Mauritian structure. The cost to operate and oversee the operations of ARCI in Mauritius has become increasingly expensive. African Rainbow Capital Investments Plans to Delist from JSE and A2X MarketsAfrican Rainbow Capital Investments (ARCI), part of the broader African Rainbow Capital group owned by well-known businessma...[+302 chars] 2025-03-19T05:37:56 Mazda doubles down on inline sixes, weighs more efficient hybrid versions William Stopford https://www.thecourier.com.au/story/8921272/mazda-doubles-down-on-inline-sixes-weighs-more-efficient-hybrid-versions https://www.thecourier.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/13eed652-e1c4-47e3-a313-e196da431f0d.jpg/r0_57_800_477_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Mazda's Skyactiv-Z engine achieves lower emissions without any drops in output. Mazda claims that to meet increasingly strict emissions regulations, the performance output of conventional engines would have to be dropped by around 30 per cent, but its engine doesn't do that. Mazda claims that to meet increasingly strict emissions regulations, the performance output of conventional engines would have to be dropped by around 30 per cent. However, its Skyactiv-Z engine achie...[+54 chars] 2025-03-19T05:30:00 Harper: FOIA can restore power imbalance of government secrecy Lauren Harper https://www.telegraphherald.com/news/opinion/article_13b1c5c6-0369-11f0-8e8c-6b23a11dc5ef.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/telegraphherald.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/26/0267639c-036a-11f0-be9d-dfc8bfe9af1e/67d87ecd19014.image.jpg?crop=1193%2C626%2C0%2C694 US en Excessive government secrecy prevents the public from meaningfully participating in self-government in every area secrecy touches, from domestic policy discussions on climate change to foreign policy debates around international aid. It also denies or ignores FOIA requests and deletes data from websites, which is a violation of human rights. "Excessive government secrecy takes many forms, including denying or ignoring FOIA requests and deleting data from websites. These tactics prevent the public from meaningfully participating in self-gov...[+142 chars]" 2025-03-19T05:17:52 Related-party transactions: Protecting minority shareholders or stifling business? Ketan Dalal https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/sebis-related-party-transactions-minority-shareholders-promoter-transactions-audit-committees-companies-act-11742357461955.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/19/1600x900/gd0336db0f9acf2f44dcedc7a18ea8d45935adaa7b7fe89867_1742360900223_1742360900550.jpg IN en Sebi's latest regulations on related-party transactions (RPTs) are an exercise in regulatory overreach. Regulators have been mandating more disclosures and greater levels of rigour for RPTs. RPT regulations would be better off focusing on promoter transactions. The Securities and Exchange Board of India's latest regulations on related-party transactions (RPTs) are an exercise in regulatory overreach. Indian law already prescribes several regulations for RPTs...[+4090 chars] 2025-03-19T05:17:52 Related-party transaction norms: Protecting minority shareholders or stifling business? Ketan Dalal https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/sebis-related-party-transactions-minority-shareholders-promoter-transactions-audit-committees-companies-act/amp-11742357461955.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/19/1600x900/gd0336db0f9acf2f44dcedc7a18ea8d45935adaa7b7fe89867_1742360900223_1742360900550.jpg IN en Sebi's latest regulations on related-party transactions (RPTs) are an exercise in regulatory overreach. Regulators have been mandating more disclosures and greater levels of rigour that have made compliance extremely onerous. RPTs are not in the interest of minority shareholders. "{{^loggedIn}} {{/loggedIn}} {{#loggedIn}} {{/loggedIn}} Next Story Ketan Dalal Sebi's updated rules on related party transactions increase compliance demands, potentially complicating business process...[+4892 chars]" 2025-03-19T05:12:38 Nathalie Bausch: 'Women tend to be reluctant to take on senior roles' https://delano.lu/article/nathalie-bausch-women-tend-to-be-reluctant-to-take-on-senior-roles https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/nathalie-bausch-women-tend-to-be-reluctant-to-take-on-senior-roles/0.5/0.5/600/400/711720.jpg LU en Nathalie Bausch is CEO of DWS, one of the world's leading asset managers. She was a member of several management and supervisory boards at DWS and Deutsche Bank Luxembourg S.A. before her current role as CEO. Nathalie was in charge of diversity in Europe at Deutsche Bank for 16 years. She believes women need to earn trust and prove themselves before they can become a board member. Prior to her current role as CEO of DWS, one of the world's leading asset managers, served as country COO and country head of HR at Deutsche Bank Luxembourg S.A. and was a member of several management...[+2939 chars] 2025-03-19T05:10:45 "Julie Becker: ""Companies must create an inclusive culture""" https://delano.lu/article/julie-becker-companies-must-create-an-inclusive-culture https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/julie-becker-companies-must-create-an-inclusive-culture/0.5/0.5/600/400/711725.jpg LU en Julie Becker is the Chief Executive Officer of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE). She joined LuxSE in 2013, was appointed Deputy CEO in 2019, and CEO in 2021. Julie Becker chairs LuxCMA, a capital markets industry association set up in 2019. She holds a master's degree in European and corporate law, a DEA in private law from the University of Nancy II, France, and is an alumnus of the Wharton Business School. is the Chief Executive Officer of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE). She joined LuxSE in 2013, was appointed Deputy CEO in 2019, and CEO in 2021. Her career in the financial sector in Luxembourg s...[+3366 chars] 2025-03-19T05:03:29 Linklaters advises on Equinix's first green bond issuance in Singapore (Linklaters LLP) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Linklaters_advises_on_Equinix_s_first_green_bond_issuance_in https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eXf0NzMaFwM/0.jpg US en Linklaters advised the joint book running lead managers on the green bond issuance of S$500m 3.50% notes due 2030 by Equinix Asia Financing Corporation Pte. Ltd. This transaction marks the inaugural green bond issue by a wholly-owned subsidiary of the company. ) Linklaters advised the joint book running lead managers on the green bond issuance of S$500m 3.50% notes due 2030 by Equinix Asia Financing Corporation Pte. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Equini...[+39 chars] 2025-03-19T05:00:00 African Rainbow Capital Investments plans to delist from JSE and A2X markets Edward West https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/companies/african-rainbow-capital-investments-plans-to-delist-from-jse-and-a2x-markets-8d3b0fd6-8249-4ca7-a7a8-0dcf96efb164 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/The-value-of-African-Rainbow-Capital-Investments-stake-in-Tyme-Group-makes-up-16-3-of-African-Rainbow-Capital-Fund-s-value-The-combined-value-of-the-Tyme-Group-investment-was-R3-45-billion-at-December-31-2025?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5bee36abb1b2c0aebfb0a74383d10d61faec227f/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x55&resize=2000x1125 ZA en African Rainbow Capital Investments (ARCI) plans to delist from the JSE and A2X markets via an offer to buy all the shares. ARCI's share price increased 4.7% to R9.14 on Tuesday morning. The Mauritius-domiciled investment company proposed to make South Africa its headquarters. "African Rainbow Capital Investments Plans to Delist from JSE and A2X Markets African Rainbow Capital Investments (ARCI), part of the broader African Rainbow Capital group owned by well-known businessm...[+4896 chars]" 2025-03-19T05:00:00 Jaynie Studenmund to Retire From EXL Board of Directors Mar. 19, 2025 05:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6062929 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Jaynie Studenmund will not stand for re-election at EXL's 2025 annual meeting of stockholders. She will serve out her current term on the board through June 2025. Jaynie's experience with early adopters of digital technology and business model disruption was valuable as they transformed EXL. NEW YORK, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ExlService Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXLS), a global data and AI company, today announced that Jaynie Studenmund has notified EXL's board of directors that s...[+2061 chars] 2025-03-19T04:35:53 Is SGL Carbon SE's (ETR:SGL) Stock's Recent Performance Being Led By Its Attractive Financial Prospects? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sgl-carbon-ses-etr-sgl-043553746.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/8e5b7feff946a5236949391477b36a92 US en SGL Carbon's (ETR:SGL) stock is up by 18% over the past month. SGL Carbon doesn't pay any regular dividends to its shareholders, so it's reinvesting all its profits into the business. The company has seen a remarkable net income growth of 52% in the past five years. Its reported growth is similar to the industry average growth rate of 50%. SGL Carbon's (ETR:SGL) stock is up by a considerable 18% over the past month. Since the market usually pay for a company's long-term fundamentals, we decided to study the company's key performance ind...[+4019 chars] 2025-03-19T04:30:19 India's Municipal Bond Market: A New Era of Fiscal Innovations and Challenges Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3312798-indias-municipal-bond-market-a-new-era-of-fiscal-innovations-and-challenges https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/19_03_2025_10_00_06_8101984.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Indian municipal bond market is set to witness a substantial leap. Since FY2018, municipal bonds have collectively amassed Rs 2,600 crore. The government's 2018 incentive, offering around Rs 13 crore for every Rs 100 crore bond issuance, further accelerated the market's growth. However, the market confronts significant hurdles, including heavy reliance on government grants and a lack of timely financial disclosures. The Indian municipal bond market is set to witness a substantial leap, with issuances anticipated to raise over Rs 1,500 crore in FY2025-26, according to a report by ICRA. This surge is primarily prop...[+1847 chars] 2025-03-19T04:19:48 OUTsurance Group's (JSE:OUT) 52% CAGR outpaced the company's earnings growth over the same five-year period Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/outsurance-groups-jse-52-cagr-041948084.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f99e03d6864d27459bdfbebc0a8e18a3 US en Outsurance Group Limited (JSE:OUT) stock is up 247% over the last five years. The share price has risen 4.4% in the last week. The company reported its financial results recently. OUTsurance has added R4.2b to its market cap in the past week alone. The most you can lose on any stock (assuming you don't use leverage) is 100% of your money. But on a lighter note, a good company can see its share price rise well over 100%. For instance, the price o...[+3812 chars] 2025-03-19T04:07:36 SEC to publish names of capital market violators Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4196570/sec-to-publish-names-of-capital-market-violators.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced plans to publicly disclose the names of the Capital Market in order to enforce stricter compliance and transparency within the capital market in Nigeria.   ... .  e. In a bid to enforce stricter compliance and transparency within Nigerias capital market, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced plans to publicly disclose the names of Capital Mark...[+33 chars] 2025-03-19T03:56:26 EOG Resources Schedules Conference Call and Webcast of First Quarter 2025 Results for May 2, 2025 Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/eog-resources-schedules-conference-call-and-webcast-of-first-quarter-2025-results-for-may-2/article_54773ee0-331d-5620-9f00-b3fc869d380f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en EOG Resources, Inc. will host a conference call and webcast to discuss first quarter 2025 results on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 9 a.m. Central time (10 am Eastern time). If you are unable to listen to the live webcast, a replay will be available for one year. EOG Resources, Inc. (EOG) will host a conference call and webcast to discuss first quarter 2025 results on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 9 a.m. Central time (10 a.m. Eastern time). Please visit the Investor...[+258 chars] 2025-03-19T03:37:00 Global tech firms opting for democratised approach to AI experiments: Report IANS https://cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/artificial-intelligence/global-tech-firms-opting-for-democratised-approach-to-ai-experiments-report/119157514 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-119157514,imgsize-9298,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etcio/artificial-intelligence/global-tech-firms-opting-for-democratised-approach-to-ai-experiments-report.jpg IN en 36% of technology executives are continuing to develop AI governance policies and encourage innovative AI practices within their organisations. 73% of tech executives said their investments are directly linked to sustainability and social responsibility objectives. 76% accurately estimate costs and benefits before investing in new technologies. "New Delhi, While many industries are moving towards a centralised model for artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, the technology sector is taking a democratised approach, allowing for greater experim...[+2279 chars]" 2025-03-19T03:24:31 Why insurance industry must join the voluntary phase of IFRS S1 & S2 adoption, By Innocent Okwuosa Premium Times https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/781837-why-insurance-industry-must-join-the-voluntary-phase-of-ifrs-s1-s2-adoption-in-nigeria-by-innocent-okwuosa.html https://media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2024/08/Innocent-Okwuosa.jpeg NG en The IFRS S1 and S2 adoption roadmap in Nigeria is at the voluntary phase between now and December, 2027. Public interest entities should join the adoption train now at this voluntary phase. There will be no regulatory sanctions. The insurance industry is an important industry in the implementation of IFRS. It is expected that NAICOMM and Nigeria Insurance Association will intervene to ensure that two or three insurance companies can be counted among the voluntary adopters. …we are at the voluntary phase of the adoption roadmap, which lasts between now and December, 2027. That, it is expected that public interest entities should join the adoption train now at this volunt...[+7306 chars] 2025-03-19T02:30:35 Your email signatures could be a big source of pollution Etx Daily Up https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2025/03/19/your-email-signatures-could-be-a-big-source-of-pollution https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/f24f6a2f-keyboard-envanto-190325.webp MY en The larger an email, the greater its carbon footprint. In Canada, 15% of professionals add their pronouns to their signature, which could be responsible for one premature death a year. Spam accounts for more than half of all emails sent, and its storage and forwarding generate a sizable environmental footprint. "The larger an email, the greater its carbon footprint. (Envato Elements pic) PARIS: Every email requires energy to store, send and display, and much of this energy comes from fossil fuels. The larger ...[+2411 chars]" 2025-03-19T01:35:00 Alliance Witan PLC - Transaction In Own Shares Mar. 19, 2025 01:35 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6062831 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The market should exclude any shares held in Treasury for reporting purposes under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. The figure 399,891,982 should be used when determining if they are required to notify their interest in the Company. For reporting purposes under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules the market should exclude any shares held in Treasury and should use the figure 399,891,982 when determining if they a...[+86 chars] 2025-03-19T01:26:10 CNA938 Rewind - Open for Business - Firms must prepare for climate change, those who wait will scramble to adjust: Ravi Menon CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/listen/cna938-rewind/open-business-firms-must-prepare-climate-change-those-who-wait-will-scramble-adjust-ravi-menon-5009591 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--fk7cGVBo--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/03/07/cna938_rewind_1920x1080_rev_0.jpg?itok=5f6O1FOS SG en Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman talk to Cherine Fok, Partner, ESG Consulting, KPMG Singapore about the need for businesses to prepare for the climate change and the need to shift their perspectives and see the tangible threats of climate change. "CNA938 Rewind Play Singapore's Ambassador for Climate Action Ravi Menon warned as the climate crisis intensifies, governments and markets will be forced to act. Businesses must also prepare for this t...[+253 chars]" 2025-03-19T01:01:42 'Business has been neglected': Longtime Tesla investor demands Elon Musk resign as CEO Carl Gibson https://www.alternet.org/tesla-investor-musk-resign https://www.alternet.org/media-library/image.jpg?id=58186431&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C83%2C0%2C84 US en Ross Gerber is one of the earliest investors in the Tesla electric vehicle company. Gerber wants Elon Musk to step down from his role as chief executive. He thinks Musk has damaged Tesla's brand with his embrace of far-right politics and his public presence in the Trump administration. Tesla's share price has shed more than 50% of its value in the last three months. "Ross Gerber — one of the earliest investors in the Tesla electric vehicle company — is now calling on South African centibillionaire Elon Musk to step down from his role as chief executive. Gerber del...[+2613 chars]" 2025-03-19T01:00:00 Your email signature could be a bigger source of pollution than you might think https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2025/03/19/your-email-signature-could-be-a-bigger-source-of-pollution-than-you-might-think https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/03/19/3220209.jpg MY en Every email requires energy to store, send and display. The larger the email, the greater its carbon footprint. In Canada, 15% of professionals add their pronouns to their signature. This addition could generate enough emissions to be responsible for one premature death a year. Spam accounts for more than half of all emails sent. The rise of digital technology has transformed business communication, but it also has an often underestimated environmental cost. Every email sent, every attachment shared, every message archived or ...[+2732 chars] 2025-03-19T00:36:22 Rs14bn contributions in 2024: Over 45m people benefited from CSR initiatives: OICCI Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40353650/rs14bn-contributions-in-2024-over-45m-people-benefited-from-csr-initiatives-oicci https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/19045610e48f83a.jpg?r=045626 PK en Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) members collectively contributed approximately Rs14 billion to CSR initiatives during 2024. The OICCI members' contributions positively impacted the lives of more than 45 million people through diverse projects aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. KARACHI: The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) members collectively contributed approximately Rs14 billion to CSR initiatives during 2024, achieving a significant 13 percent ...[+3239 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 China to issue RMB-denominated green sovereign bond in London https://english.news.cn/20250319/4a6e228fca784651a3939f3cd1f348ce/c.html CN en China is set to debut an RMB-denominated sovereign green bond in London. The value will not exceed 6 billion yuan (833 million U.S. dollars). In February, the ministry released a framework for sovereign green bonds. The funds raised by green bonds under the framework will be allocated to eligible green projects included in the central fiscal budget. "BEIJING, March 19 (Xinhua) -- China is set to debut an RMB-denominated sovereign green bond in London, the Ministry of Finance said on Wednesday. The value will not exceed 6 billion yuan (833 million ...[+820 chars]" 2025-03-19T00:00:00 Big-Shot Tesla Investor Begs Musk to Drop Out as CEO The Daily Beast https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/BigShot_Tesla_Investor_Begs_Musk_to_Drop_Out_as_CEO https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ross Gerber, one of Tesla's earliest investors, called for Elon Musk to step down as the company's executive in an interview on Sky Business Live. Gerber claims that Musk has destroyed Tesla's reputation and needs to be replaced as the CEO. This is Gerber's first TV interview. Screenshot/Sky Business Live One of Tesla's earliest investors, Ross Gerber, called for Elon Musk to step down as the company's executive in an interview Tuesday, scathingly claiming that he's 'destro...[+230 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 SECP seeks feedback on Policy framework for issuance different classes of Capital by companies Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/SECP_seeks_feedback_on_Policy_framework_for_issuance_differe https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper eliciting public input on a proposed policy framework for the issuance of ordinary shares with varied rights and privileges by companies. Urdu Point and Pakistan Point News are published by the SECP. ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 19th Mar, 2025) The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper eliciting public input on a proposed policy fram...[+92 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 An ethical Isa can help to save the environment The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/An_ethical_Isa_can_help_to_save_the_environment https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en This year consider investing in environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing in companies that are dedicated to good practices in these areas. It means that firms ensure that they look after the environment and the people of the world well. iStock.com Investing your Isa money in companies that are helping the world become a better place is a strategy to consider this year. Environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing is when you back busine...[+116 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 Notice to convene the Annual General Meeting of ISS A/S (ISS A/S) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Notice_to_convene_the_Annual_General_Meeting_of_ISS_A_S_ISS_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Annual General Meeting of ISS A/S will be held on March 19th, 2025. ISS is a leading workplace experience provider in Denmark. The notice to the general meeting was published at 10:30:54 CET on March 3rd, 2019. ) Published: 2025-03-19 10:30:54 CET ISS A/S - Notice to general meeting Notice to convene the Annual General Meeting of ISS A/S Company Announcement Copenhagen, 19 March 2025 No. 21/2025 Notice to co...[+83 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 CWG proposes 39kobo final dividend per share Business Day Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/CWG_proposes_39kobo_final_dividend_per_share https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en CWG Plc proposed a final dividend of 39kobo per share for the period ended December 31, 2024. The proposed final dividend is for the proposed period up to the end of the year 2024, which is December 31st of that year. The final dividend per share is 39 kobo. "CWG Plc has for the period ended December 31, 2024 proposed a final dividend of 39kobo per share. The proposed read more CWG proposes 39kobo final dividend per share" 2025-03-19T00:00:00 'Business has been neglected': Longtime Tesla investor demands Elon Musk resign as CEO Alternet https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Business_has_been_neglected_Longtime_Tesla_investor_demands_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ross Gerber is one of the earliest investors in the Tesla electric vehicle company. He is calling for Elon Musk to step down from his role as chief executive. Gerber believes that Musk has damaged Tesla's brand and needs to be replaced as CEO. He made the remarks on Sky News. Ross Gerber — one of the earliest investors in the Tesla electric vehicle company — is now calling on South African centibillionaire Elon Musk to step down from his role as chief executive. Gerber del...[+154 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 A Nestlé DEI boycott begins this week. What Wisconsinites should know about latest spending freeze Milwaukee Journal Sentinel https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/A_Nestle_DEI_boycott_begins_this_week_What_Wisconsinites_sho https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Consumers are boycotting Nestlé for a week-long boycott of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives beginning Friday, the company's retreat from DEI is one of the reasons for the boycott. The boycott is not just another boycott, but a boycott of companies retreating from diversity and equity initiatives. Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know. Consumers are planning to boycott certain companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Consumers acro...[+125 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 Marine insurance industry explores climate alignment objectives SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Marine_insurance_industry_explores_climate_alignment_objecti https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance issued its Third Annual Disclosure Report. Nine signatories are in line with IMO's (IMO's 2050 net-zero emissions ambition) This year there are nine signatories of the report. The report shows the marine insurance sector's engagement with sustainability and risk considerations. The Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance issued its Third Annual Disclosure Report revealing the marine insurance sector's broader engagement with sustainability and risk considerations in line wi...[+113 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 Susan Kudzman Joins nesto's Board of Directors Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Susan_Kudzman_Joins_nesto_s_Board_of_Directors https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Susan Kudzman has been appointed to nesto Inc.'s Board of Directors. Susan is a highly respected leader. nesto is based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. nosto Inc. is a company that provides services to a number of industries. MONTREAL, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nesto Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Kudzman to its Board of Directors. A highly respected leader 2025-03-19T00:00:00 STRATEC ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO 2025 FINANCIAL CALENDAR Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/stratec_announces_changes_to_2025_financial_calendar https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en STRATEC SE announces changes to the financial calendar for the year of March 19th, 2025. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. The calender is based on the 19th of March, 2019. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit their website. EQS-News: STRATEC SE / Key word(s): Miscellaneous STRATEC ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO 2025 FINANCIAL CALENDAR 19.03.2025 / 16:15 CET/CEST The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement...[+81 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 Definitive Proxy Statement & Notice of AGM (Smurfit Westrock plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Definitive_Proxy_Statement_Notice_of_AGM_Smurfit_Westrock_pl https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The first Smurfit Westrock AGM will be held in person in Dublin in 2025. The board chair presents the first Proxy Statement on behalf of the Board and invites the shareholder to the AGM. The chairperson also invites you to the first AGM in person. ) 2025 Proxy Statement A Message from Our Independent Board Chair Dear Shareholder: On behalf of the Board, I am very pleased to present the first Smurfit Westrock Proxy Statement and to invite you to...[+58 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 Presentation Material with reference links and notes(3,403KB) (NEC Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Presentation_Material_with_reference_links_and_notes3403KB_N https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Noritaka Taguma is the Executive Vice President and CSCO (Executive Officer) of NEC Corporation. He is responsible for the environmental Client Zero Strategy of the NEC Group that contributes to the green transformation of our customers and society February 17, 2025. ) NEC's Environmental Management NEC Group's environmental Client Zero Strategy that contributes to the green transformation of our customers and society February 17, 2025 Noritaka Taguma Corporate Ex...[+67 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 Nestlé boycott over DEI rollback starts this week. See how it differs from Target, Amazon Fremont News Messenger https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Nestle_boycott_over_DEI_rollback_starts_this_week_See_how_it_w https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Consumers are planning to boycott certain companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The Nestlé boycott begins March 21 and lasts until March 28. Nestlé produces several everyday items, including bread, milk, butter, cheese, and other products. Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know. Consumers are planning to boycott certain companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The Nestlé boy...[+95 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 Niutech's Tire Recycling Project Achieves International ISCC EU/PLUS Dual Certifications PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/Niutechs_Tire_Recycling_Project_Achieves_International_ISCC_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the most authoritative, valuable and influential green certificates in sustainability. It is the first standard that complies with the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED), and it has been well recognized by all EU. It is a high-end, intelligent and green development strategy. JINAN, China, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) is one of the most authoritative, valuable and influential green certificates in sustainabilit...[+184 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 M&G to boost divi every year as aggressive cost cuts deliver profit growth The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/19/M_G_to_boost_divi_every_year_as_aggressive_cost_cuts_deliver https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en M&G has launched a new progressive dividend policy. The fund manager's aggressive cost cuts helped deliver a surprise growth in annual profits. Boss Andrea Rossi revealed 'a new phase for the group' on Wednesday. M&G set fresh targets for profit, capital, and savings. M&G has launched a new progressive dividend policy after the fund manager's aggressive cost cuts helped deliver a surprise growth in annual profits. Boss Andrea Rossi revealed 'a new phase for the gro...[+100 chars] 2025-03-19T00:00:00 Government urged to force businesses to disclose nature impact https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/government-urged-force-businesses-disclose-nature-impact https://morningstaronline.co.uk/sites/default/files/PA-79268824.jpg GB en Green Alliance think tank is calling on ministers to set a timeline for mandatory nature reporting by companies. New Zealand and Canada have revised their indicators of economic success to reflect the value of natural assets. A landmark 2021 Treasury-commissioned review warned that nature degradation could suppress global GDP by 6% in the 2030s. "BUSINESSES should be required to disclose their environmental impact to drive investment in nature restoration, the government has been urged. The Green Alliance think tank is calling on ministers to ...[+1575 chars]" 2025-03-18T23:57:38 Voss says Curnow's return won't fix Carlton's woes Oliver Caffrey https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8920664/voss-says-curnows-return-wont-fix-carltons-woes https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/7e165c26-8fc4-4ecf-9583-5ec163321be6.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en """You don't have to tell them certain things, but you have to be big enough to accept that the standards weren't acceptable,"" Voss says.   ""We don't need to necessarily tell them... but we also need to be able to accept... that they didn't meet the standards.""" """You don't have to necessarily tell them certain things, but we also have to be able to be big enough to accept that the standards weren't acceptable,"" Voss said." 2025-03-18T23:26:03 Digital transformation: a journey towards sustainable innovation Schneider https://www.theage.com.au/technology/digital-transformation-a-journey-towards-sustainable-innovation-20250317-p5lk61.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.603%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/53f2181ddeb84bf1c0e2932881fb65aa99e57620e5151180ace6520df725b722 AU en Only 56% of organisations that undertook digital transformation in the past five years met most or all of their targets. Schneider Electric's Sustainability Index highlights a significant digital divide. One in four companies is actively implementing AI strategies, while another 29% are considering the shift. "Integrating digital technologies into operations, processes and products is now a necessity rather than a choice for modern organisations. While many companies are eager to embrace digital transformat...[+1896 chars]" 2025-03-18T23:06:39 UBS Reaffirms Their Hold Rating on DGL Group Limited (DGL) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/ubs-reaffirms-their-hold-rating-on-dgl-group-limited-dgl-1034490858 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Timothy Piper maintained a Hold rating on DGL Group Limited and set a price target of A$0.53. Piper covers the Consumer Cyclical sector focusing on stocks such as Kogan.com Ltd., Temple & Webster Group Ltd, and ARB Corporation Limited. DGL market cap is currently A$131.2M and has a P/E ratio of 22.02. "UBS analyst Timothy Piper maintained a Hold rating on DGL Group Limited (DGL – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$0.53. The company's shares opened today at A$0.47. Light Up your Portf...[+549 chars]" 2025-03-18T22:44:00 Australia's WiseTech Founder White Admits to Incomplete Disclosure After Review Findings Reuters https://money.usnews.com/investing/news/articles/2025-03-18/australias-wisetech-founder-white-admits-to-incomplete-disclosure-after-review-findings https://www.usnews.com/dims4/USNEWS/d9de1a6/2147483647/thumbnail/970x647/quality/85/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usnews.com%2Fcmsmedia%2F17%2Fa8284e1492e778cbf98ba49fa86a0e%2Ftag%3Areuters.com%2C2025%3Anewsml_LYNXMPEL2H15A%3A12025-03-18T224412Z_1_LYNXMPEL2H15A_RTROPTP_3_WISETECH-GLOBAL-CHAIRMAN.JPG US en Richard White accepts the board review's findings and is supportive of a new and more stringent code of conduct. He should have fully disclosed details of his personal relationship to the board. WiseTech Global's shares have fallen over 30% since the allegations were first reported in October 2024. (Reuters) -Australia's WiseTech Global founder and executive chair admitted he should have fully disclosed details of his personal relationship to the board, after a review found his statements were i...[+1064 chars] 2025-03-18T21:08:17 NZME board battle: What makes a director independent and why does it matter? Business Desk https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/media-marketing/nzme-board-battle-what-makes-a-director-independent-and-why-does-it-matter/EILE3IBFOBGG7B63I5L2F4PWPE https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/XR2QLFXAXZEDVGIV65M2P2FI7Y.jpg?auth=a68c940badaf37e03588835874012745580bddce35caa7ad5afd00279ff12e80&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&focal=474%2C262&smart=false NZ en Jim Grenon proposed replacing NZME's board and nominated himself and three others at the coming annual general meeting in April. The due diligence process will include biographies and the assessment of whether the director nominees meet the NZX Listing Rules' director independence criteria. When expatriate businessman Jim Grenon proposed replacing NZME's board and nominated himself and three others at the coming annual general meeting in April, the company indicated it had some due dilig...[+647 chars] 2025-03-18T21:03:24 Jaynie Studenmund to Retire From EXL Board of Directors Exl Service Holdings https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/jaynie-studenmund-to-retire-from-exl-board-of-directors/article_a07ad5f3-0a2e-5abf-9d50-002f340043ce.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Jaynie Studenmund will not stand for re-election at EXL's 2025 annual meeting of stockholders. She will serve out her current term on the board through June 2025. Rohit Kapoor, chairman and chief executive officer, is grateful for Jaynie's valuable contributions to the company. NEW YORK, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ExlService Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXLS), a global data and AI company, today announced that Jaynie Studenmund has notified EXL's board of directors that s...[+580 chars] 2025-03-18T21:00:00 Jaynie Studenmund to Retire From EXL Board of Directors Exl Service Holdings https://finance.yahoo.com/news/jaynie-studenmund-retire-exl-board-210000777.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/8zkhG.Qpy5BqufECWsQ2tg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NDc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/cf17822b4ca39e5678cf927f48e50a39 US en Jaynie Studenmund will not stand for re-election at EXL's 2025 annual meeting of stockholders. She will serve out her current term on the board through June 2025. Jaynie's experience with early adopters of digital technology and business model disruption was valuable as they transformed EXL. NEW YORK, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ExlService Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXLS), a global data and AI company, today announced that Jaynie Studenmund has notified EXL's board of directors that s...[+2167 chars] 2025-03-18T21:00:00 BlackRock Removes ESG from European Funds Worth $51B Jamie Gordon https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/blackrock-removes-esg-european-funds-210000323.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/indexuniverse.com/88b743e2077d552a1f0cf2469b449f31 US en "BlackRock has renamed or changed the methodology of 135 ETFs and funds in response to the European Securities and Markets Authority's fund-naming guidelines. The world's largest asset manager will remove the ""ESG"" moniker from its iShares MSCI ESG Screened UCITS ETF range and BSF Systematic ESG World Equity Fund." BlackRock Inc. (BLK) has renamed or changed the methodology of 135 ETFs and funds in response to a 'client-informed approach' to European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) fund-naming guidelines...[+2936 chars] 2025-03-18T21:00:00 Ashley Companies Releases Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report Highlighting Global Impact and Community Initiatives https://www.djournal.com/pontotoc/news/ashley-companies-releases-annual-corporate-social-responsibility-report-highlighting-global-impact-and-community-initiatives/article_64d234d2-0377-11f0-b05a-c39a2a0501de.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/djournal.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d381e03e-9c5d-11ef-969b-a36518275112.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Ashley companies released their fifth annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report. The report showcases the company's commitment to environmental stewardship, community engagement and social impact across its global operations throughout 2024. Todd Wanek, President and CEO of Ashley Furniture Industries, believes business success and community well-being go hand in hand. "The Ashley companies (""Ashley"") today released their fifth annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report. The comprehensive report showcases the company's commitment to environmental stewardship, comm...[+650 chars]" 2025-03-18T20:42:00 When Money Stops Being Free, You Have to Start Making Money Dominic Pino https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/when-money-stops-being-free-you-have-to-start-making-money https://i0.wp.com/www.nationalreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/DEI-esg-cut.jpg?w=1054&ssl=1 US en President Trump has taken a strong stance against DEI initiatives in government and institutions that receive federal funding. He is also seeking to roll back the Biden administration's fondness for ESG investing. Both of these moves are welcome reactions to progressive overreach in these spaces over the past several years. President Trump has taken a strong stance against DEI initiatives in government and in institutions that receive federal funding. He is also seeking to roll back the Biden administration's fondness fo...[+419 chars] 2025-03-18T20:30:47 BlackRock Enhanced Government Fund, Inc. (EGF) Announces Shareholder Approval for Reorganization with and into BlackRock Income Trust, Inc. (BKT) Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/blackrock-enhanced-government-fund-inc-egf-announces-shareholder-approval-for-reorganization-with-and-into-blackrock/article_c3204702-60be-5221-aedf-ed9a610294f3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en BlackRock Advisors, LLC announced today that shareholders of BlackRock Enhanced Government Fund, Inc. (NYSE: EGF) approved the proposals necessary for the reorganization of EGF with and into BlackRock Income Trust, Inc (NYSEMKT: BKT). BlackRock Advisors, LLC announced today that, at a special meeting of shareholders of BlackRock Enhanced Government Fund, Inc. (NYSE: EGF), shareholders approved the proposals necessary for the previo...[+229 chars] 2025-03-18T20:07:02 The Honest Company Announces Inducement Grant Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) The Honest Company https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/the-honest-company-announces-inducement-grant-under-nasdaq-listing-rule-5635-c-4/article_6a85201e-afbc-584d-a6da-43e2ff7145f5.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Honest Company made an inducement grant to Mr. Etienne von Kunssberg in connection with his employment as The Honest Company's new SVP, Supply Chain effective February 24, 2025. The grant was approved by the Compensation Committee on March 16, 2025 and is an equity grant pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). LOS ANGELES, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Honest Company (NASDAQ: HNST), a personal care company dedicated to creating cleanly-formulated and sustainably-designed products, today announced t...[+1111 chars] 2025-03-18T19:37:00 Secrecy gives the government control Lauren Harper https://www.times-news.com/opinion/lauren-harper-secrecy-gives-the-government-control/article_61b7d374-0430-11f0-bfea-e7ae0ada4d53.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/times-news.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/e/e6/ee6dc4c2-0430-11f0-a246-7f871da62da0/67d9cc6ed1912.image.jpg?crop=600%2C315%2C0%2C278 US en Excessive government secrecy prevents the public from meaningfully participating in self-government in every area secrecy touches, from domestic policy discussions on climate change to foreign policy debates around international aid. It also denies or ignores Freedom of Information Act requests and deletes data from websites. "Excessive government secrecy takes many forms, including denying or ignoring Freedom of Information Act requests and deleting data from websites. These tactics prevent the public from meaningfully par...[+164 chars]" 2025-03-18T19:30:00 IR Delivers Deeper Webex Visibility with Support for Dedicated Instance PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/ir-delivers-deeper-webex-visibility-with-support-for-dedicated-instance-124763.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1742407409 VN en Integrated Research (IR) (ASX: IRI) announced at Enterprise Connect a significant enhancement to its Webex monitoring capabilities: support for Webex Calling Dedicated Instance. The new feature will be available at the end of March 2025. Visit IR at booth #1200 for an exclusive live demo of the solution. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+2143 chars] 2025-03-18T19:10:57 B.C. failing to show how it calculates forest carbon, audit finds North Shore News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/BC_failing_to_show_how_it_calculates_forest_carbon_audit_fin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en British Columbia's government has failed to transparently show how it calculates carbon in the province's forests. Officials decide to boost or lower logging and reforestation levels depending on the government's decision. The Office's statement was not specific enough to allow review or replication. British Columbia's government has failed to transparently show how it calculates carbon in the province's forests — numbers critical when officials decide to boost or lower logging and reforestation l...[+99 chars] 2025-03-18T19:00:00 Marimekko's annual report for 2024 is published Mar. 18, 2025 19:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6062454 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Marimekko Corporation's annual report for 2024 is published. The report of the Board of Directors includes for the first time the sustainability report prepared in accordance with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the European Sustainable Reporting Standards (ESRS). Authorized Public Accountants KPMG Oy Ab has assured the XHTML file and the XBRL tags included in it. "Marimekko Corporation, Stock Exchange Release 18 March 2025 at 1.00 p.m. EET Marimekko's annual report for 2024 is published Marimekko Corporation has published today Marimekko's year 2024 publication...[+1562 chars]" 2025-03-18T18:46:50 Require firms to report their impact on nature, Government urged Rebecca Speare-Cole https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/require-firms-to-report-their-impact-on-nature-government-urged-56975e43fd80821ddbe4c9b892dfa1cd2a942da8 https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/03/18/17/991ffda25dab13d9d24588a207534cc4Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQyMzEzODQ4-2.79285019.jpg?width=1200 FR en Green Alliance is calling on ministers to set a timeline for mandatory nature reporting by companies. They say it could motivate business leaders to invest in nature restoration. It could also establish a new economic indicator to supersede gross domestic product (GDP), which only focuses on GDP. For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I woul...[+766 chars] 2025-03-18T18:28:37 PM directs agencies to enhance transparency and governance in Thailand's capital market to boost investor confidence Pattaya Mail https://www.pattayamail.com/thailandnews/pm-directs-agencies-to-enhance-transparency-and-governance-in-thailands-capital-market-to-boost-investor-confidence-494400 https://www.pattayamail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/t-06-PM-directs-agencies-to-enhance-transparency-and-governance-in-Thailands-capital-market-to-boost-investor-confidence.jpg TH en Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has directed regulatory agencies to strengthen transparency and governance in Thailand's capital market to boost investor confidence. Authorities were tasked with reviewing policies on High-Frequency Trading and Short Selling to ensure they align with liquidity conditions while maintaining market stability. "Authorities were tasked with reviewing policies on High-Frequency Trading and Short Selling to ensure they align with liquidity conditions while maintaining market stability. BANGKOK, Thailand – Prime...[+1691 chars]" 2025-03-18T17:55:48 Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc (the 'Company') Transactions in Own Shares (Form 6-K) (Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/CocaCola_Europacific_Partners_plc_the_Company_Transactions_i https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IR4gQ0yE6r0/0.jpg US en List identifying information required to be furnished by Coca-Cola Europacific Partners in accordance with Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of The Securities Exchange Act. March 12-18, 2025. Information Required by public announcements FCA's Disclosure. )List identifying information required to be furnishedby Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plcpursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of The Securities Exchange ActMarch 12-18, 2025Information Required byPubli...[+32 chars] 2025-03-18T17:22:36 Damage to public infrastructure: Ogun Assembly re-invites mining company Gift Oba https://dailypost.ng/2025/03/18/damage-to-public-infrastructure-ogun-assembly-re-invites-mining-company https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Ogun-State-House-of-Assembly.webp NG en Ogun State House of Assembly has re-invited the management of CNBM Mining Investment Company to appear before it on Wednesday, 26th of March, 2025. This followed the failure of the management team of the company to honour the meeting stated for Tuesday, 18th March 2025, over a petition against the company by the Concerned Ijebu North-East indigenes. The chairman, House Committee on Environment, Samsideen Lawal, on Tuesday issued the invitation with a stern warning to the company. Lawal warned that failure to appear on the next scheduled date would result in the Assembly invoking Section 129 of the constitution to call for a warrant. "Ogun State House of Assembly, through its Committee on Environment has re-invited the management of CNBM Mining Investment Company to appear before it on Wednesday, 26th of March, 2025. This followed ...[+2012 chars]" 2025-03-18T17:19:41 Nestlé boycott over DEI rollback starts this week. Why it differs from Target, Amazon boycotts Cincinnati.com https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Nestle_boycott_over_DEI_rollback_starts_this_week_Why_it_dif_5 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en "Consumers are planning to boycott certain companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The Nestlé boycott begins in March, and it's expected to last until the end of March or early April, depending on the company's actions. ""Here's what we know." Show CaptionHide CaptionConsumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know.Consumers are planning to boycott certain companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion init...[+39 chars] 2025-03-18T17:07:34 Kemi Badenoch attacked for 'killing growth' after axing Tory net-zero pledge Richard Vaughan https://inews.co.uk/news/politics/kemi-badenoch-attacked-killing-growth-axing-tory-net-zero-pledge-3591833 https://inews.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SEI_244310457.jpg?w=1200&h=675&crop=1 GB en CBI warns that 'now is not the time to step back from the opportunities of the green economy. Business leaders have criticised Kemi Badenoch's decision to abandon Tory support for the 2050 net zero target. CBI's CEO says cross-party support for net zero has underpinned international investors' confidence to choose the UK for investment in the energy transition. "CBI warns that 'now is not the time to step back' from green growth opportunities cancel email WhatsApp link share Share bookmark Save share cancel email WhatsApp link bookmark Business leaders have c...[+3786 chars]" 2025-03-18T17:05:45 Accounting watchdog extracts further financial disclosures from miner Kenmare The Irish Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Accounting_watchdog_extracts_further_financial_disclosures_f https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en Kenmare Resources has committed to providing additional disclosures in its financial statements to appease the accounting watchdog. The company's founding managing director is the company's founder and former director of Kenmare Resources, Michael O'Shea. He is the current director of the company. Kenmare Resources, the Dublin-listed titanium minerals miner, has committed to providing additional disclosures in its financial statements to appease the accounting watchdog.It comes at a time when t...[+40 chars] 2025-03-18T17:00:08 'The time for action is now': Government faces fresh calls to make nature reporting mandatory in the UK Craig Bennett https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4411012/action-government-fresh-calls-nature-reporting-mandatory-uk https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/6bed58f/9bd7700a-6911-444a-a70f-901dfb0db9fe/4/iStock-1322729818-679-419-370x229.jpg GB en There are fresh calls for the government to set a timeline to make it mandatory for large UK businesses to report on the impact they have on nature, the extent of their dependence on natural resources and their impact on the environment. The government is today facing fresh calls. The government has is today facing fresh calls for it to set a timeline to make it mandatory for large UK businesses to report on the impact they have on nature, the extent of their dependence on natu...[+6 chars] 2025-03-18T17:00:00 Require firms to report their impact on nature, Government urged Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/require-firms-to-report-their-impact-on-nature-government-urged/ar-AA1BaHMJ US en Green Alliance is calling on ministers to set a timeline for mandatory nature reporting by companies. New Zealand and Canada have revised their indicators of economic success to reflect the value of natural assets. The UK is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world. The government has a goal to channel £1 billion in private finance into nature every year by 2030. "Businesses should be required to report their impact on nature, the Government has been urged. Green Alliance is calling on ministers to set a timeline for mandatory nature reporting by companies, say...[+2524 chars]" 2025-03-18T17:00:00 Require firms to report their impact on nature, Government urged Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/require-firms-to-report-their-impact-on-nature-government-urged-b1217431.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/03/18/17/991ffda25dab13d9d24588a207534cc4Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQyMzEzODQ4-2.79285019.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en Disclosing this information could hold businesses to account, the think tank says. It could force them to share their impact on nature publicly, the extent of their dependence on nature and any related risks they face, it adds. It is also a way to hold them to account. Disclosing this information could hold businesses to account by forcing them to share their impact on nature publicly, the extent of their dependence on it and any related risks they face, the think t...[+9 chars] 2025-03-18T16:37:25 Make HSBC a leader in digital-first banking https://www.thomsonreuters.com/en/c/corporation-solutions/hsbc/speed-toward-the-future https://www.thomsonreuters.com/content/dam/ewp-m/images/thomsonreuters/en/artworked-images/tr4896717_03d_2880x1100.jpg.transform/rect-768/q90/image.jpg US en Thomson Reuters provides HSBC with a suite of solutions to implement centralized procedures and standardized legal, tax, and risk processes across the business. Thomson Reuters designs its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) solutions to provide easy access to comprehensive data about carbon emissions, energy consumption, and sustainability practices. "Global technology Our trusted content and expertise span multiple jurisdictions and languages, allowing you to share resources and data seamlessly. Cross-jurisdiction capabilities mean you can maintai...[+1170 chars]" 2025-03-18T16:22:00 The power of G in ESG Lucky Cimatu https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/19/business/top-business/the-power-of-g-in-esg/2075447 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en P&A Grant Thornton hosted an anti-fraud and anti-corruption forum. The common theme was the importance of strengthening governance within an organization. Sustainability and ESG are closely related but distinct concepts. Governance is one of the main tools used to achieve sustainability goals. "IN Filipino slang, the letter ""G"" holds many meanings: from ""game!"" (showing willingness), to ""ganda"" (beautiful). This singular letter, similar to a lot of Filipino expressions, differs in meaning de...[+5613 chars]" 2025-03-18T16:14:00 Connecting sustainability: the role of telecoms in achieving net zero David Armstrong https://www.irishnews.com/news/business/connecting-sustainability-the-role-of-telecoms-in-achieving-net-zero-MMMM75VQFNCTZPUGRCQADLMI4M https://www.irishnews.com/resizer/v2/7DZWDYI46JBKXMI7H2KMNBHDYQ.jpg?smart=true&auth=2c47fc7c113d97d051e57b95d2ccc16907442d7af22c93a9dc252cf652cc011a&width=1200&height=630 GB en The United Kingdom is aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Telecoms form the digital backbone of the UK's economy, keeping businesses, public services, and individuals connected. The telecoms industry is playing a pivotal role in shaping a low-carbon society. The race to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 is one of the most ambitious challenges the United Kingdom has ever undertaken. Success hinges on the collective efforts of every sector, and tele...[+3237 chars] 2025-03-18T16:05:42 A majority of businesses intrigued by the potential of AI in achieving sustainability goals whilst energy consumption concerns persist Erika Mioten https://www.bworldonline.com/spotlight/2025/03/19/659400/a-majority-of-businesses-intrigued-by-the-potential-of-ai-in-achieving-sustainability-goals-whilst-energy-consumption-concerns-persist https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/survey-release-infographic-final-OL.jpg PH en More than one in two organizations acknowledge gap in understanding how digital technology can facilitate achieving sustainability goals. 61% of respondents fear that the high energy consumption associated with digital technologies may hinder widespread AI adoption. 82% of businesses agree that sustainable development in technology is paramount for their companies. "More than one in two organizations acknowledge gap in understanding how digital technology can facilitate achieving sustainability goals Over three quarters of businesses (76%) across Asia, Europe and...[+7438 chars]" 2025-03-18T16:00:34 Will fewer corporate reporting obligations jeopardise the EU Green Deal? Sophia Khatsenkova https://www.euronews.com:443/my-europe/2025/03/18/will-fewer-corporate-reporting-obligations-jeopardise-the-eu-green-deal https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/09/45/76/1200x675_cmsv2_ca1bea69-a25c-5753-977f-c16499efac7f-9094576.jpg FR en Omnibus package aims to cut red tape by 25% for SMEs and reduce obligations to report on their performance on environmental and social issues and due diligence on their supply chains. EU executive says €6.3 billion in annual administrative costs would be saved and €50 billion in additional public-private investment would be mobilised. Unions and environmental organisations fear the consequences as only one in five companies would be required to make environmental reports and checks on supply chains would be limited to the largest 10,000 companies. "French President Emmanuel Macron pledged on Tuesday to increase orders for Rafale fighter jets and invest €1.5bn in an air base as part of the country's nuclear deterrence. The announcement came durin...[+8342 chars]" 2025-03-18T15:58:34 Global Tech Firms Democratize AI Experiments KPMG Report Reveals IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/global-tech-firms-opting-democratised-approach-ai-experiments-report-543 https://one.newkerala.com/images/r/ai-artificial-intelligence-fp-4421.webp IN en 36% of tech executives are developing flexible AI governance policies. Technology sector leads digital transformation with strategic investments. 76% of executives accurately estimate technology investment costs. 73% said their investments are directly linked to sustainability and social responsibility objectives. The report was based on a survey of 2,450 executives from 26 countries. "36% of tech executives developing flexible AI governance policies Tech sector leads digital transformation with strategic investments 76% of executives accurately estimate technology investment costs ...[+2261 chars]" 2025-03-18T15:30:00 Sampo Group's annual reporting for 2024 Mar. 18, 2025 15:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6062172 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Sampo plc has published its Board of Directors' Report and Financial Statements for 2024 and the Remuneration Report for Governing Bodies at www.sampo.com/year2024. The Group CEO's Review for 2024 by Torbjörn Magnusson will be published in May 2025. "Sampo plc, annual financial report, 18 March 2025 at 9:30 am EET Sampo Group's annual reporting for 2024 Sampo has published its Board of Directors' Report and Financial Statements for 2024 and the Re...[+898 chars]" 2025-03-18T15:15:25 ClearSign Technologies Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Conference Call Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/clearsign-technologies-corporation-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-conference-call/article_0fc6308d-5c51-58cb-a5a7-026f381439ab.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en ClearSign Technologies Corporation will host a conference call on April 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM ET. The Company will file its annual report on form 10-K with the SEC in the coming days and issue a summary of its financial and operating results for the full year ending on December 31, 2024. "TULSA, Okla., March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ClearSign Technologies Corporation (Nasdaq: CLIR) (""ClearSign"" or the ""Company"") an emerging leader in industrial combustion and sensing technologies that ...[+500 chars]" 2025-03-18T15:00:00 Progress on share buyback programme Mar. 18, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6062138 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en 2,774,130 shares were repurchased during the week of 10 March 2025 up to and including 14 March 2025. The shares were bought at an average price of €18.42. The total number of shares bought under the programme is 89,937,951 ordinary shares for a total consideration of €1,394,421,465.39. "Progress on share buyback programme ING announced today that, as part of our €2.0 billion share buyback programme announced on 31 October 2024, in total 2,774,130 shares were repurchased during the we...[+10598 chars]" 2025-03-18T14:34:24 Investor Exits Equinor Over Climate Strategy Discontent Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3312161-investor-exits-equinor-over-climate-strategy-discontent https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/18_08_2024_21_03_52_7917943.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sarasin & Partners has decided to divest its holdings in the oil major due to dissatisfaction with Equinor's climate policies. The British company accused the board of not realigning its strategy with global warming targets outlined in the Paris Agreement and critiqued its push for increased oil and gas production. Sarasin & Partners, one of the asset managers involved in leading climate discussions with Equinor, has decided to divest its holdings in the oil major due to dissatisfaction with Equinor's climate po...[+854 chars] 2025-03-18T14:26:14 The European Commission has published the procedure for authorization of CBAM declarants GMK Center https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/The_European_Commission_has_published_the_procedure_for_auth https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XYmS_8GEU8Y/0.jpg US en The European Commission has published the rules for authorization of declarants of the Cross-border Carbon Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers must submit an application to be allowed to import carbon.   . for the CBAM. The European Commission (EC) has officially published the rules for authorization of declarants of the Cross-border Carbon Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in accordance with the implementing regulation.Im...[+40 chars] 2025-03-18T14:15:08 Conservatives Scrap ‘Impossible' 2050 Net Zero Target The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/conservatives_scrap_8216impossible_8217_2050_net_zero_target https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en The Conservatives have scrapped their commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Party leader Kemi Badenoch declared the target 'impossible to achieve' in a speech on party policy renewal on Tuesday. Parliament legislated for net zero by 2050 in 2019, but only two MPs raised concerns. The Conservatives have scrapped their commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with party leader Kemi Badenoch declaring the target 'impossible' to achieve. Delivering a speech on party ...[+276 chars] 2025-03-18T13:37:09 Potential environmental impacts of proposed 160-home village estate under scrutiny https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/potential-environmental-impacts-of-proposed-160-home-village-9408971 https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/_media/img/AF7UGOI4NACW1UIUW1MN.jpg GB en Developers want to build a 160-home estate in a village near Bury St Edmunds. West Suffolk Council planners are considering an environmental impact assessment (EIS) screening opinion application by developer Pigeon on whether its proposed Ixworth estate would cause significant environmental impacts requiring an environmental statement. "Developers have asked planners if an environmental statement is needed for a proposed 160-home estate in a village near Bury St Edmunds. West Suffolk Council planners is considering an environmental i...[+613 chars]" 2025-03-18T13:30:03 AI Disrupts Regulatory Filings Research as Talk to EDGAR Enters the Market Mark Funston https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/ai-disrupts-regulatory-filings-research-as-talk-to-edgar-enters-the-market https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250318809244r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en EDGAR is the latest AI-powered research platform from Versance.ai. It offers instant answers, seamless document comparison, and team collaboration without enterprise contracts or excessive fees. For decades, SEC filings research has been an expensive, time-consuming nightmare for professionals. "Article content Instant answers, seamless document comparison, and team collaboration—without enterprise contracts or excessive fees. VANCOUVER, British Columbia — For decades, SEC filings research ha...[+362 chars]" 2025-03-18T13:29:12 Schneider Electric is recognized as the world's most sustainable corporation for the second time Press Releases https://en.interfax.com.ua/news/press-release/1056655.html https://media.interfax.com.ua/media/social_img/1056655_132914_1803.jpg UA en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. It is the first company to be ranked first twice in the Global 100. It's the 14th consecutive year in the top 10 and the 7th time it's been in the Top 10. "- The first corporation to top the Corporate Knights Global 100 twice - 14th consecutive year in the Global 100, 7th time in the top ten - Strong results in key ESG rankings for 2024 Rueil-Malmaison (...[+3749 chars]" 2025-03-18T13:07:10 Breakthrough Workplace Sustainability Monitoring to Ease Emissions Reporting, Reduce Corporate Environmental Impact Created by https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/breakthrough-workplace-sustainability-monitoring-ease-emissions-reporting-reduce-corporate-1731952 https://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/1737164/green.jpg US en ControlUp and Px3 are working together to create a real-time carbon footprint reporting tool for IT infrastructure. The collaboration will integrate ControlUp's endpoint device data with PX3's carbon footprint reports. It will make it easier for businesses to track their IT-related emissions. As sustainability efforts take centre stage in corporate strategy, organisations face mounting pressure to measure and reduce their environmental impact. A new partnership between ControlUp, a Digital...[+3801 chars] 2025-03-18T13:01:59 TMC, DMK again press for EPIC, delimitation debate in Parliament, urge for short duration discussions Shemin Joy https://www.deccanherald.com/india/tmc-dmk-again-press-for-epic-delimitation-debate-in-parliament-urge-for-short-duration-discussions-3451629 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-03-18%2F8rb32q38%2Fprlll.jpg?rect=0%2C24%2C1280%2C672&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en Dhankhar rejected the notices. He said the issues can be raised during the listed business during the course of the session and can be resolved effectively and impactfully. .   i in the session. In the session, the issues will be discussed. "While rejecting the notices, Dhankhar earlier said these issues can ""easily, effectively and impactfully"" be raised during the listed business during the course of the session." 2025-03-18T13:00:05 How institutional investors are approaching community bonds Bryan Mcgovern https://www.benefitscanada.com/canadian-investment-review/strategies/how-institutional-investors-are-approaching-community-bonds https://www.benefitscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2023/10/212111903_123RF_ESGInvesting.jpg CA en According to a report from the Responsible Investment Association, 80% of institutions that use impact investment strategies seek to create an impact in both social and environmental areas. Community bonds in Canada have raised more than $100 million to date. Tapestry Community Capital is launching a fund for accredited and institutional investors interested in investing in community bonds in the spring. "Read: 2024 Investment Innovation Conference: Impact investing helping institutional investors reset, rebuild ESG conversation According to a November 2024 report from the Responsible Investment Associ...[+2952 chars]" 2025-03-18T12:54:57 The hidden barrier to gender equity Hindustan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/The_hidden_barrier_to_gender_equity https://i.ytimg.com/vi/g7X9X6TlrUo/0.jpg US en Women's empowerment is at the forefront of global development conversations. Sustainable Development Goal 5 seeks to achieve gender equality and increase women's participation in the economy and society. It is based on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.  i   Women's empowerment has long been at the forefront of global development conversations, forming the foundation of Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5), which seeks to achieve gender equality and inc...[+30 chars] 2025-03-18T12:52:06 Non-Financial Disclosures Report 2024 (Sustainability Report) (Contained in Consolidated annual financial report 2024) (Banco de Sabadell SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/NonFinancial_Disclosures_Report_2024_Sustainability_Report_C https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en Consolidated Non-Financial Disclosures and Sustainability Report of Banco de Sabadell, Sociedad Anónima and subsidiaries is presented in the form of a 41st edition of the report. It is the general basis for preparation of the Report. )Consolidated Non-Financial Disclosures and Sustainability Disclosures Report of Banco de Sabadell, Sociedad Anónima and subsidiaries (Sustainability Report)Table of contents1. Introduction41.1BP-1: G...[+35 chars] 2025-03-18T12:52:06 DEI Report (DEI Report 2025 en) (USU Software AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/DEI_Report_DEI_Report_2025_en_USU_Software_AG https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en Executive Board has written a report on the USU DEI Report 2024. It explains why DEI is important at USU and its goals. USU Co-CEO Dr. Benjamin Strehl is the author of the report. He also wrote a statement on the issue. )ReportInhaltForeword by the Executive Board3Why DEI is important at USU4Diversity Charter5Measures & goals6Statement by USU Co-CEO Dr. Benjamin Strehl:8Zahlen und Fakten12Ansprechpersonen bei USU13Fo...[+74 chars] 2025-03-18T12:25:00 Asset Manager Sells Equinor Stock Over Climate Strategy Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3311903-asset-manager-sells-equinor-stock-over-climate-strategy https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/18_08_2024_21_03_52_7917943.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sarasin & Partners, a prominent asset manager representing over 600 investors, has divested its stock in Equinor for not aligning with the global climate agenda. The decision follows the perceived failure to conform to the Paris Agreement's climate objectives. Sarasin's frustration peaked in 2024, when its attempts to align the company with a 1.5-degree climate pathway were thwarted, leading to the eventual sale of its shares in early 2024. Sarasin & Partners, a prominent asset manager representing over 600 investors, has divested its stock in Equinor, criticizing the oil giant for not aligning with the global climate agenda. The decisio...[+803 chars] 2025-03-18T12:24:10 Climate change could slash global GDP by a third by century's end Mizy Clifton https://www.yahoo.com/news/climate-change-could-slash-global-122410317.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/mSjFfE8akc2IGTI0pqegog--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/semafor_310/2eace93fba3e708b02567613df35b8e6 US en Investments in climate change mitigation and adaptation need to increase ninefold and thirteenfold by 2050. Global GDP could be reduced by up to 34% by the end of the century if the planet's current 3°C warming trajectory continues unabated. The relationship between decarbonisation and economic growth is an increasingly live political debate in the UK. Opposition leader Kemi Badenoch has scrapped her Conservative Party's commitment to net zero emissions by 2050, saying this couldn't be achieved. Minimizing the damage from climate change requires investments in mitigation and adaptation to increase ninefold and thirteenfold, respectively, by 2050 — equivalent to around 1% to 2% of cumulative g...[+3810 chars] 2025-03-18T12:11:06 Climate group SBTi proposes new rules, holds line on carbon offsets Virginia Furness https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/climate-group-sbti-proposes-new-rules-holds-line-carbon-offsets-2025-03-18 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en SBTi proposes new rules to help companies set high-quality emissions-reduction plans. There are no plans to further loosen the rules around the use of carbon credits. The Science-Based Targets initiative was at the centre of a row over the issue last year. SBTi has seen growth in the number of companies setting science-based targets. LONDON, March 18 (Reuters) - A leading assessor of company climate goals on Tuesday proposed new rules to better help companies set high-quality emissions-reduction plans, but said it had no plans to ...[+1743 chars] 2025-03-18T12:10:00 Climate Group SBTi Proposes New Rules, Holds Line on Carbon Offsets Virginia Furness https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2025-03-18/climate-group-sbti-proposes-new-rules-holds-line-on-carbon-offsets https://www.usnews.com/dims4/USNEWS/6970638/2147483647/thumbnail/970x647/quality/85/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usnews.com%2Fcmsmedia%2Fbf%2F21cc4ecde257537abf09df71eea3de%2Ftag%3Areuters.com%2C2025%3Anewsml_LYNXMPEL2H0L7%3A12025-03-18T121346Z_1_LYNXMPEL2H0L7_RTROPTP_3_BRITAIN-WEATHER.JPG US en SBTi proposes new rules to help companies set high-quality emissions-reduction plans. The Science-Based Targets initiative was at the centre of a row over the issue last year. SBTi has seen growth in the number of companies setting science-based targets. "By Virginia Furness and Simon Jessop LONDON (Reuters) - A leading assessor of company climate goals on Tuesday proposed new rules to better help companies set high-quality emissions-reduction plans, b...[+1764 chars]" 2025-03-18T12:02:29 New Rules Proposed for High-Quality Emissions-Reduction Plans Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3311863-new-rules-proposed-for-high-quality-emissions-reduction-plans https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/18_03_2025_12_02_28_571987.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) proposes new rules aimed at improving the quality of company emissions-reduction plans. This comes a year after the organization was embroiled in controversy over its policies. The new rules seek to enhance participation from smaller businesses and emerging markets, amid increased legal challenges to climate-friendly initiatives. The Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has proposed new rules aimed at improving the quality of company emissions-reduction plans, while maintaining its strict stance on the use of carbon credits...[+897 chars] 2025-03-18T12:00:54 Science-Based Targets initiative proposes major changes to Corporate Net Zero Standard Jim Giles https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4410981/science-targets-initiative-proposes-major-changes-corporate-net-zero-standard https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/f1cb394/dd19256a-2b38-4489-a60d-f7ca03d74236/6/iw-climate-change-solar-power-033-370x229.jpg GB en Guidance requiring companies to set emissions reduction goals for their entire value chains could be replaced by recommendations that businesses undertake more specific interventions to curb emissions.    . i in this regard. in the report. Guidance requiring companies to set overarching emissions reduction goals for their entire value chains could be replaced by recommendations that businesses undertake more specific interventions to cu...[+5 chars] 2025-03-18T12:00:00 Climate Target Watchdog Keeps 1.5C Goal as Global Support Wavers Frances Schwartzkopff https://www.yahoo.com/news/climate-target-watchdog-keeps-1-120000012.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/6i9xp0O42FraGFPjeYTL8A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_politics_602/ab169aa33e4f3228fa3392eeaa5b629a US en The main standard setter for corporate climate targets says it won't validate net-zero claims by companies that abandon the landmark 1.5C goal. The Science Based Targets initiative is revising its so-called Corporate Net-Zero Standard. SBTi proposes that companies move to low-carbon electricity no later than 2040. "(Bloomberg) -- The main standard setter for corporate climate targets said it won't validate net-zero claims by companies that abandon the landmark 1.5C goal, pushing back against growing skepticism. ...[+3417 chars]" 2025-03-18T12:00:00 Results of General Meeting of Shareholders Westgold Resources Limited https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/results-of-general-meeting-of-shareholders-821885078.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2643927/Westgold_Resources_Limited_Results_of_General_Meeting_of_Shareho.jpg?p=twitter CA en The resolution presented at the General Meeting of Shareholders held today was carried by a poll in accordance with Listing Rule 3.13.2 and section 251AA of the Corporations Act. The details of the resolution and the votes received are set out in the attached summary. PERTH, Western Australia, March 18, 2025 /CNW/ - Westgold Resources Limited (ASX:WGX) (TSX: WGX) (Westgold or the Company) wishes to advise pursuant to Listing Rule 3.13.2 that the resolution presente...[+979 chars] 2025-03-18T12:00:00 VVC Appoints New President & Grants Options Globe Newswire https://www.waterloochronicle.ca/globenewswire/vvc-appoints-new-president-grants-options/article_65089d45-a5d5-51dc-bd18-f6450eb3134e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/waterloochronicle.ca/content/tncms/custom/image/8805c67a-fbeb-11ed-9bd7-afc275cf47ff.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en VVC Exploration Corporation, dba VVC Resources, (TSX-V, OTCQC:VVCVF) announces the appointment of new officers on March 18, 2025. . For confidential support, call the company on 1-800-847-8255. "Twitter Email Print Copy article link Save TORONTO, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VVC Exploration Corporation, dba VVC Resources, ('VVC'), (TSX-V:VVC and OTCQC:VVCVF) announces the following: Appo...[+19 chars]" 2025-03-18T11:46:58 ‘Help! I have a master's degree from London and still can't find a job in Singapore,' Redditor seeks guidance on job search Anna Maria Romero https://theindependent.sg/help-i-have-a-masters-degree-from-london-and-still-cant-find-a-job-in-singapore-redditor-seeks-guidance-on-job-search https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/female-recruiter-interviewing-woman-with-work-experience-cv-employee-analyzing-resume-information-talking-about-corporate-employment-job-interview-with-confident-candidate.jpg SG en Reddit user u/greentrisarahtops moved back to Singapore last January after completing their master's degree in London. She is struggling to find a job in Singapore as she has pivoted from a career in marketing to sustainability and the ESG (e nvironmental, social, and governance) model of investing. Since she put up her post, she has received referrals, job postings and offers to vet her CV. SINGAPORE: A local Reddit user who returned to Singapore after completing their master's degree in London expressed frustration about struggling to find a job back home. In a post on r/askSingapore on...[+2193 chars] 2025-03-18T11:30:52 IWG posts revenue of $4.2 billion in 2024 Ankit Sharma https://realty.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/iwg-posts-revenue-of-4-2-billion-in-2024/119161108 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-119161108,imgsize-42008,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etrealty/international/iwg-posts-revenue-of-4-2-billion-in-2024.jpg IN en International Workplace Groupplc (IWG) has reported revenue of $4.2 billion in 2024. It recorded pre-IFRS 16 EBITDA of $557 million in 2024, a growth of 11 per cent from $503 million it saw in 2023. The company registered 6 per cent growth in revenue in open centres and 2 per cent in revenue across all centres. Its network grew with 899 new centre signings and 624 openings. Its net financial debt continued to drop. François Pauly has stepped down as the IWG senior independent director and chair of its Nominations Committee. "NEW DELHI: International Workplace Group plc (IWG), a hybrid workspace provider , has reported revenue of $4.2 billion in 2024. It recorded pre-IFRS 16 EBITDA of $557 million in 2024, a growth of 11 p...[+3077 chars]" 2025-03-18T11:00:00 The most innovative companies in corporate social responsibility of 2025 Stirling Kelso https://www.fastcompany.com/91269270/corporate-social-responsibility-most-innovative-companies-2025 https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/03/p-1a-2025_MIC_csr-1.png US en Fast Company's list of Most Innovative Companies in corporate social responsibility this year includes Cisco, Land O'Lakes, Catan, Faith in Nature, Six Senses, and others. Cisco's Project PowerUp kept the power on in Ukraine through 400 air raids for more than 300 hours. Faith in nature gave nature a seat on its board. What's most compelling about the entries on Fast Company's list of Most Innovative Companies in corporate social responsibility this year isn't just their scope—tackling everything from gender equity ...[+19143 chars] 2025-03-18T10:59:53 Sarasin & Partners to divest from Equinor over failure to align strategy with Paris Agreement https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4410986/sarasin-partners-divest-equinor-failure-align-strategy-paris-agreement https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/490a7ac/b478688a-d2f2-4f45-b04b-c6e0db609c68/6/iStock-1442790542-370x229.jpg GB en One of the investors at the forefront of talks with Equinor over its climate strategy has sold its stock in the Norwegian oil and gas giant. The investor claims EquinOr has failed to align its strategy with the climate change strategy and sold its shares in the company. One of the investors at the forefront of talks with Equinor over its climate strategy has sold its stock in the Norwegian oil and gas giant, after claiming it has failed to align its strategy with the...[+3 chars] 2025-03-18T10:59:53 Sarasin & Partners exits Equinor over failure to align strategy with Paris Agreement https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4410986/sarasin-partners-exits-equinor-failure-align-strategy-paris-agreement https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/2fbb145/b478688a-d2f2-4f45-b04b-c6e0db609c68/5/iStock-1442790542-370x229.jpg GB en One of the investors at the forefront of talks with Equinor over its climate strategy has sold its stock in the Norwegian oil and gas giant. The investor claims EquinOr has failed to align its strategy with the climate change strategy and sold its shares in the company. One of the investors at the forefront of talks with Equinor over its climate strategy has sold its stock in the Norwegian oil and gas giant, after claiming it has failed to align its strategy with the...[+3 chars] 2025-03-18T10:51:03 WEL Awarded Greenhouse Gas Verification Statement Issued by SGS, Demonstrating Its Commitment to Green Development (Wison Engineering Services Co Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/WEL_Awarded_Greenhouse_Gas_Verification_Statement_Issued_by_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en WEL has been awarded Greenhouse Gas Verification Statement from SGS. SGS is an internationally recognized testing, inspection, and certification organization. WEL was awarded the statement on March 25th, 2018, by SGS to demonstrate its commitment to green development. ) WEL Awarded Greenhouse Gas Verification Statement Issued by SGS, Demonstrating Its Commitment to Green Development2025-03-18Recently, SGS, the internationally recognized testing, inspection, and cer...[+35 chars] 2025-03-18T10:29:17 Earnings growth of 3.5% over 3 years hasn't been enough to translate into positive returns for SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW) shareholders Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/earnings-growth-3-5-over-102917262.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/75340bd02450c906c770b365ea76535b US en SJW Group's share price dropped 20% in three years, while the market returned 29%. The stock has lost 3.4% in the past week. The company managed to grow its earnings per share by 11% per year in the last three years. The total shareholder return (TSR) for the last 3 years was -14%, which exceeds the share price return. For many investors, the main point of stock picking is to generate higher returns than the overall market. But in any portfolio, there are likely to be some stocks that fall short of that benchmark. W...[+4320 chars] 2025-03-18T10:15:51 LIC likely to buy stake in a health insurer by FY25: CEO The Hindu https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/LIC_likely_to_buy_stake_in_a_health_insurer_by_FY25_CEO https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en LIC will not hold a majority stake in the company, according to the official. The name of the company has not been revealed yet.  LIC does not want to disclose the name of this company. It is a private company based in India. While he did not disclose the name of the company, he said that LIC would not hold a majority stake. 2025-03-18T10:15:00 Wyoming's elected officials disclose potential conflicts of interest Tennessee Watson Wyo File.com https://www.wyomingnews.com/news/local_news/wyoming-s-elected-officials-disclose-potential-conflicts-of-interest/article_58e62bb4-037d-11f0-8572-cb5b6157f9e5.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wyomingnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/50/55027040-d464-11ef-88d1-43f15e20b6a8/67899ab5f1b55.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The Wyoming Ethics and Disclosure Act requires elected officials to file financial disclosure forms with the secretary of state each year by January 31. Lawmakers and state executives who hold 10% or greater interest in a company must disclose any contracts that business has with the state for more than $5,000. The Wyoming Ethics and Disclosure Act requires elected officials in Wyoming's executive branch — the governor, secretary of state, state treasurer, state auditor and superintendent of public instructi...[+407 chars] 2025-03-18T10:13:23 IGG In Karamoja region to mobilise civil servants https://www.ntv.co.ug/ug/news/national/igg-in-karamoja-region-to-mobilise-civil-servants-4969786 https://www.ntv.co.ug/resource/blob/4969780/c841103af1c8d2e7712b48460b7b10ac/igg-data.png UG en Inspectorate of Government has intensified efforts to ensure public officers declare their assets and liabilities by the end of this month. Only about 25% of public officers have submitted their declarations. IGG's office has noted with concern that the current compliance rate is far below the expected threshold. "IGG In Karamoja region to mobilise civil servants The Inspectorate of Government has intensified efforts to ensure that public officers declare their assets and liabilities by the end of this month, a...[+370 chars]" 2025-03-18T10:09:00 Greenpeace secures court victory over Dutch nitrogen emissions Stephen Cadogan https://www.irishexaminer.com/farming/arid-41595085.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/9087/4543903_9_seoimageog_iStock-499450407.jpg IE en Greenpeace won a court case in the Netherlands. The court ordered the government to cut nitrogen emissions in 50% of sensitive natural areas by 2030 or be fined €10m. Dutch nitrogen emissions per hectare are the highest in Europe. The agriculture minister Femke Wiersma is considering an appeal. Environmentalists have scored an important win with a court ruling in the Netherlands that the Dutch government must pay a €10m penalty to Greenpeace if the Dutch state does not control nitrogen depos...[+4604 chars] 2025-03-18T10:00:00 Making energy make sense for Bournemouth businesses https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/25014280.making-energy-make-sense-bournemouth-businesses https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/resources/images/19215506.jpg?type=og-image GB en Ask Omnium helps businesses find the right balance between profit and sustainability. Energy costs are among the top three expenses for businesses after property and personnel. Ask Omnium negotiates competitive rates with energy suppliers and helps businesses monitor energy use and identify areas of waste. The company has B Corp certification and an ISO 9001 Quality Management certification. Striking the balance between profit and sustainability is a challenge many businesses face. By making savings in day-to-day operations, companies can reinvest in environmentally conscious practices wi...[+1353 chars] 2025-03-18T09:58:00 High-Emission Firms Often Fudge Financials Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/high-emission-firms-often-fudge-financials-1427752 https://www.port.ac.uk/sites/default/files/media/images/greenhouse%20gas.jpg US en Firms with higher GHG emissions are more likely to engage in earnings management practices. These practices reduce financial reporting quality by misleading stakeholders about a firm's actual performance and financial condition. The EU's ambitious goal to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 requires companies to adapt their financial strategies while maintaining integrity in their reporting. A new study investigating the relationship between greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and financial reporting quality has found that high polluting firms are more likely to lie about their earnings to off...[+4543 chars] 2025-03-18T09:51:37 EQS-DD: UNIQA Insurance Group AG: Sabine Pfeffer, buy User: UNIQA Insurance Group AG (UNIQA Insurance Group AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/EQSDD_UNIQA_Insurance_Group_AG_Sabine_Pfeffer_buy_User_UNIQA https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HPe84gQrDWQ/0.jpg US en The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. It informs and public disclosure of transactions by people discharging managerial responsibilities and people closely associated with them. The announcement is dated 18.03.2025 and is dated at 09:48 CET/CEST. )Notification and public disclosure of transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities and persons closely associated with them18.03.2025 / 09:48 CET/CESTThe issuer is solely responsib...[+26 chars] 2025-03-18T09:49:31 UBS blames Credit Suisse acquisition as it delays climate targets by a decade Swissinfo https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/UBS_blames_Credit_Suisse_acquisition_as_it_delays_climate_ta https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en The Swiss bank revised its target to decarbonise its own operations from 2025 to 2035 in its latest sustainability report published on Monday. UBS said the delay reflected its 'enlarged corporate real estate portfolio' and the delay was due to the development of the bank's new corporate headquarters. The Swiss bank revised its target to decarbonise its own operations from 2025 to 2035, according to a disclosure in its latest sustainability report published on Monday. UBS said the delay reflected i...[+79 chars] 2025-03-18T09:38:31 Only half of S. Korean big firms operate ESG committee: report 김보람 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/001/0015270876 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/001/2025/03/18/AEN20250318002100320_02_i_20250318093912828.jpg?type=w800 KR en Only 53.7 percent of big companies in South Korea operated an environmental, social and governance (ESG) committee last year. The ratio represents a slight increase from the previous year's 48.5 percent, but the pace of annual growth has slowed in recent years. 100 percent of the banking and telecommunications industries operated ESG committees. "big firms-ESG commitment Only half of S. Korean big firms operate ESG committee: report SEOUL, March 18 (Yonhap) -- Only about half of large companies in South Korea operated an environmental, social ...[+1637 chars]" 2025-03-18T09:30:56 Global tech firms opting for democratised approach to AI experiments: Report The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/business/global-tech-firms-opting-for-democratised-approach-to-ai-experiments-report-954834 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2025/03/18/1533856-ai.jpg IN en 36% of technology executives are continuing to develop AI governance policies and encourage innovative AI practices within their organisations. 73% of tech executives said their investments are directly linked to sustainability and social responsibility objectives. 76% accurately estimate costs and benefits before investing in new technologies. New Delhi: While many industries are moving towards a centralised model for artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, the technology sector is taking a democratised approach, allowing for greater experim...[+2278 chars] 2025-03-18T09:25:05 Reconnecting South Africans with Their Unclaimed Dividends: The JSE Claim It Campaign Partnered Content https://www.iol.co.za/personal-finance/partnered/reconnecting-south-africans-with-their-unclaimed-dividends-the-jse-claim-it-campaign-7f5c710a-fdfd-4792-b69d-dc6041f91502 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Claim-It-Personal-Finance?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/f08f5da43ffc348630ecf5b989a5ac6ed2a4b6d2/1354&operation=CROP&offset=1x0&resize=1351x760 ZA en There is nearly R88.56 billion in unclaimed assets across the financial sector, with R4.5 billion of these assets being unclaimed dividends. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) launched the Claim It initiative to reconnect South Africans with their unclaimed dividend. The initiative has seen collaboration from the largest JSE-listed companies. In a transformative endeavour to reconnect South Africans with their unclaimed dividends, Claim It, a collaborative effort spearheaded by the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), was ignited following t...[+4255 chars] 2025-03-18T09:11:02 Going green: the rise of sustainable alternative investing Robert Wall https://delano.lu/article/going-green-the-rise-of-sustainable-alternative-investing https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/going-green-the-rise-of-sustainable-alternative-investing/0.5/0.5/600/400/711340.jpg LU en Marie-Therese Wich, counsel at GSK Stockmann, was speaking at the EFPA Finance Forum on 13 March 2025. Private equity is the most popular alternative strategy and is often aligned with sustainability by investing in sectors like healthcare to foster health and innovation. Infrastructure, venture capital, real estate and debt funds are also increasingly incorporating sustainability criteria. Robert Wall, managing director and head of sustainable private infrastructure at Lazard Fund Managers, thinks that those with direct control over investments and specific outcome targets are prioritised. Marie-Therese Wich, counsel at GSK Stockmann, set the scene at the EFPA Finance Forum on 13 March 2025 by arguing that 'alternative strategies that are more in real assets are more innovative [than tr...[+4607 chars] 2025-03-18T09:06:46 Diginex signs MoUs for ADX dual listing and $250m capital injection https://tradearabia.com/news/IT_431790.html https://tradearabia.com/news/source/2025/03/18/diginex2.jpg BH en Diginex Limited, an impact technology company specialising in environmental, social, and governance issues, has signed two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) to pursue a broad strategic partnership with Shaikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan. The partnership includes assisting the company with a dual listing of its ordinary shares on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and a planned capital raise of up to $250 million. Diginex Limited, an impact technology company specialising in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, has signed two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) to pursue a broad strategic partner...[+3171 chars] 2025-03-18T08:55:58 Upcoming changes to UK audit thresholds Tess Egginton https://www.eastmidlandsbusinesslink.co.uk/mag/news/upcoming-changes-to-uk-audit-thresholds-what-businesses-need-to-know-by-robert-anderson-audit-partner-at-streets-chartered-accountants https://www.eastmidlandsbusinesslink.co.uk/mag/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/robert-anderson_colour-1024x683.png GB en Audit thresholds determining whether a company requires a statutory audit in the UK are set to increase from 6 April 2025. This change is aimed at reducing regulatory burdens on small and medium-sized businesses. Robert Anderson, audit partner at Streets Chartered Accountants helps businesses plan for upcoming changes to UK audit thresholds. "Robert Anderson, audit partner at Streets Chartered Accountants, helps businesses plan for upcoming changes to UK audit thresholds. From 6 April 2025, the thresholds determining whether a company requ...[+4734 chars]" 2025-03-18T08:45:01 FG reviews expatriate quota administration Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4194906/fg-reviews-expatriate-quota-administration.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability in the administration of expatriate quotas. This is following recent allegations of irregularities in the oil quota system. Click here to read the full news article.    . The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability in the administration of expatriate quotas. This is following recent allegations of irregularities in the oil se...[+34 chars] 2025-03-18T08:45:01 Guinness Nigeria to remain listed after takeover MD Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4194892/guinness-nigeria-to-remain-listed-after-takeover-md.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Guinness Nigeria Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to remaining a publicly listed entity on the Nigerian Exchange despite the ongoing Mandatory Takeover Offer by N Seven Nigeria Limited. N Seven is a subsidiary of Guinness Plc's parent company, Guinness Group Plc. Guinness Nigeria Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to remaining a publicly listed entity on the Nigerian Exchange despite the ongoing Mandatory Takeover Offer by N Seven Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary ...[+34 chars] 2025-03-18T08:40:01 Information being sought by OGGN ‘readily available, accessible' in public domain Staff Reporter https://guyanachronicle.com/2025/03/18/information-being-sought-by-oggn-readily-available-accessible-in-public-domain https://guyanachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Gail.jpg GY en The Oil and Gas Governance Network (OGGN) is seeking access to information under the Access to Information Act. Minister Teixeira rejects the group's 'baseless aspersions' and says the information is easily accessible in the public domain. The information being sought concerns the tax certificate issued by the Guyana Revenue Authority that represents the oil companies' share of taxes. "–Minister Teixeira says, rejects group's 'baseless aspersions' IN a scathing rejection of a letter penned by members of the Oil and Gas Governance Network (OGGN) about access to information under the ...[+3685 chars]" 2025-03-18T08:39:01 Fed Govt moves to fast-track SDGs implementation at all levels The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4194865/fed-govt-moves-to-fasttrack-sdgs-implementation-at-all-levels.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire has urged stakeholders to intensify efforts towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. Fed Govt moves to fast-track SDGs implementation at all levels, as Princess urges. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs (SSAP-SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, has urged stakeholders to intensify efforts towards the achievement of the Sustainable Developmen...[+165 chars] 2025-03-18T08:35:55 Close Brothers falls to £103m loss after big car loan scandal provision Jonathan Prynn https://www.standard.co.uk/business/close-brothers-car-loan-commission-loss-b1217288.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/03/18/08/e533335848c8ab7551c07152cc75fa74Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQyMzcxOTc3-2.53963764.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en Morgan is committed to challenging himself and his businesses to drive meaningful improvements. Morgan wants to build on their strong foundations while making the right strategic choices for long-term success.   . i and the returns they generate today are not where they need to be and this must change. Morgan added: 'I recognise that the returns we generate today are not where they need to be, and this must change. That is why I am committed to challenging ourselves and our businesses to drive meani...[+123 chars] 2025-03-18T08:29:10 Kemi To Declare Net Zero by 2050 'Impossible' Eleanor Wheatley https://order-order.com/2025/03/18/kemi-to-declare-net-zero-by-2050-impossible https://149739034.v2.pressablecdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/kemi-1.jpg GB en Kemi Badenoch is making a Policy Renewal Programme speech at 10:30 this morning in Pancras Square. She will declare that Net Zero by 2050 is 'impossible' to achieve without'bankrupting Britain' or causing a'serious drop in our living standards'. The Conservative Environment Network is fuming, calling the announcement a'mistake' and Reform's Richard Tice is grumbling that she's merely 'copying' their anti-Net Zero stance. "Kemi To Declare Net Zero by 2050 'Impossible' mdi-fullscreen Kemi Badenoch is making a 'Policy Renewal Programme' speech at 10:30 this morning in Pancras Square, where she'll declare that Net Zero by ...[+866 chars]" 2025-03-18T08:15:56 UBS blames Credit Suisse acquisition as it delays climate targets by a decade Simon Foy https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/banking-fintech/ubs-blames-credit-suisse-acquisition-as-it-delays-climate-targets-by-a-decade/89025301 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/03/645458280_highres.jpg?ver=b01ec83d&fit=1200,800 CH en UBS is taking a $400 million hit from the state-orchestrated takeover of Credit Suisse in 2023. The bank is in the middle of a three-year integration of the two banks. UBS remains a member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), whose members must commit to setting goals that align with a target to limit global warming to 1.5C. UBS said the delay reflected its 'enlarged corporate real estate portfolio' following the state-orchestrated takeover of Credit Suisse in 2023. The bank previously said it would take a $400 million (C...[+2593 chars] 2025-03-18T08:15:00 On the menu for Starbucks: DEI, layoffs, and its CEO's corporate jet use Alex Halverson http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2025/mar/18/on-the-menu-for-starbucks-dei-layoffs-and-its-ceos https://thumb.spokesman.com/IrziGcR8KAYfBuxzy_RhVSXvysQ=/1200x630/smart/media.spokesman.com/photos/2025/03/18/67d9b34c69ccd.hires.jpg US en Brian Niccol, Starbucks CEO, wants to create a simpler company and focus on accountability and efficiency. Niccol announced sweeping layoffs in an effort to cut the corporate payroll. The company is dealing with a frustrated union representing its baristas, attacks on its diverse hiring practices and criticism for allowing its CEO to be based away from the Seattle headquarters. Starbucks is also being sued by the state of Missouri. Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is focused on bringing the company back to its roots. During his first shareholders meeting last week he repeated two of the concepts guiding his changes: a simpler company,...[+6605 chars] 2025-03-18T08:11:32 Investor co-leading climate talks with Equinor calls time, sells out Simon Jessop https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/investor-co-leading-climate-talks-with-equinor-calls-time-sells-out-2025-03-18 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/DATZP7ZR6BJMHF7TE5LOMRNL7U.jpg?auth=0ec2e311509d331a28ad0e3d0aaa61a7686ccd020aa10f994907660bc11d9215&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Sarasin & Partners sold its stock in Equinor because the oil major's board failed to align its strategy with the world's goal of limiting global warming. Sarasin & Partners helped lead talks with the company as part of the Climate Action 100+. opens new tab initiative. LONDON/OSLO, March 18 (Reuters) - One of the asset managers co-leading climate talks with Equinor (EQNR.OL), opens new tab on behalf of more than 600 investors said it has sold its stock because the o...[+3236 chars] 2025-03-18T08:02:12 Sarasin & Partners Divests from Equinor Amid Climate Strategy Clash Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3311494-sarasin-partners-divests-from-equinor-amid-climate-strategy-clash https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/18_08_2024_21_03_52_7917943.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sarasin & Partners has divested from the oil major Equinor, citing a lack of strategic alignment with the global initiative to combat climate change. The British asset manager played a significant role in the Climate Action 100+ initiative, which seeks to compel top emitters to reduce their carbon footprint. Sarasin & Partners, a key player in climate talks with Equinor, has divested from the oil major citing a lack of strategic alignment with the global initiative to combat climate change. The move under...[+761 chars] 2025-03-18T07:36:27 Hyundai Department Store Group sponsored 200 million won for the elderly job project promoted by Bus.. Park Hong Ju https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11267030 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/19/20250319_01110119000005_S00.jpg KR en "Hyundai Department Store Group sponsored 200 million won for the elderly job project promoted by Busan City. Hyundai GF Holdings attended the donation ceremony for ""Creating an ESG Center in Our Town"" in Yeonje-gu, Busan. ESG center is an eco-friendly project that collects waste resources and turns them into new products." "사진 확대 Hyundai Department Store Group sponsored 200 million won for the elderly job project promoted by Busan City. Hyundai GF Holdings, a holding company of Hyundai Department Store Group, announced o...[+491 chars]" 2025-03-18T07:25:48 EOG Resources price target lowered to $144 from $146 at Barclays Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/eog-resources-price-target-lowered-to-144-from-146-at-barclays-1034486739 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Barclays lowered the firm's price target on EOG Resources to $144 from $146. Barclays keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm adjusted integrated oil and exploration and production price targets following the Q4 reports following the reports. Barclays lowered the firm's price target on EOG Resources (EOG) to $144 from $146 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm adjusted integrated oil and exploration and production price ...[+298 chars] 2025-03-18T07:20:38 Climate change may cost financial firms $32B by 2100: BOK https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2025-03-18/business/economy/Climate-change-may-cost-financial-firms-32B-by-2100-BOK/2264648 https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/data/photo/2025/03/18/ebd3a1a8-2e9d-4bca-a24c-a6d748b4447a.jpg KR en Korean banks and other financial institutions may lose nearly 46 trillion won ($31.83 billion) by around 2100 if the country fails to properly address climate change. The Bank of Korea issued the forecast in a report based on the results of a climate stress test conducted in cooperation with the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) and major financial firms. Published: 18 Mar. 2025, 16:20 Korean banks and other financial institutions may lose nearly 46 trillion won ($31.83 billion) by around 2100 if the country fails to properly address climate change, th...[+1856 chars] 2025-03-18T07:00:00 ARMAND BAM: The AACSB's ‘Faustian' diversity decision is an act of surrender Armand Bam https://www.businesslive.co.za/fm/opinion/on-my-mind/2025-03-18-armand-bam-the-aacsbs-faustian-diversity-decision-is-an-act-of-surrender https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/ybJ_ca-A_jK8SFLX5bvrX0-20X4Z38qXYsvamWB6CHyFYZuOVs5B1u3sK4tzbSLM8VemdfAq28ssHEBXdv9LuP4-UHfPVWGF53SBNiKCjvpz=s1000 ZA en The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) has removed diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) from its guiding principles for accredited schools. Stellenbosch Business School's accreditation is considered the gold standard in business education. Business leaders and educators must resist the temptation to dilute or depoliticise the nation's transformation agenda. One of the world's leading business school quality accreditation bodies, the US-based Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), recently removed diversity, equity and inclusion (D...[+9463 chars] 2025-03-18T06:50:00 Luxshare Precision Reaches the Leadership level in CDP Ratings for Sustainability, Reaffirms Ethical Practices Media Out Reach Newswire https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-mediaoutreachnewswire/media-outreach/2025/03/18/1142194/luxshare-precision-reaches-the-leadership-level-in-cdp-ratings-for-sustainability-reaffirms-ethical-practices https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/CompanyThumb/390x205/368636/Luxshare HK en Luxshare Precision has been recognized by CDP ratings for its significant strides in environmental sustainability. The company has integrated indicators such as carbon intensity, carbon target setting, clean energy adoption, water consumption, and water conservation goals into its supplier evaluation system. Luxshare Precision ensures that its supply chain adheres to the highest ethical labor standards. "HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 March 2025 – Luxshare Precision, a prominent global technology manufacturer, has recently been recognized by CDP ratings for its significant strides in env...[+3677 chars]" 2025-03-18T06:47:07 Dhaka advocates for corporate accountability, environmental justice https://unb.com.bd/category/Bangladesh/dhaka-advocates-for-corporate-accountability-environmental-justice/155777 https://unb.com.bd/watermark/category/Bangladesh/english/155777/dhaka-advocates-for-corporate-accountability-environmental-justice BD en "Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan urged a reimagination of corporate roles in environmental protection. She was speaking at the Opening Plenary of the Corporate Sustainability and Environmental Rights in Asia Conference, held in Bangkok, Thailand on the theme ""The Right to a Clean, Healthy, and Sustainable Environment: Redefining Corporate Engagement"". She called for strong legal frameworks rooted in sustainable development, precautionary principle, the polluter-pays principle and due diligence." Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Tuesday urged a reimagination of corporate roles in environmental protection, emphasising that safeguarding environmental rights is a collective responsibili...[+3351 chars] 2025-03-18T06:40:51 Kumho Petrochemical announced on the 18th that it has acquired a BB rating, which rose one notch fro.. https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11266880 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/18/news-p.v1.20250318.3b7105ff4cec4fab956e214b7231607c_P1.png KR en Kumho Petrochemical has acquired a BB rating in this year's ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) evaluation conducted by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI). It has improved its scores in all sectors, including environment, society and governance. Baek Jong-hoon, CEO, said it is encouraging that the rating increase despite the slowdown in business conditions. Kumho Petrochemical announced on the 18th that it has acquired a BB rating, which rose one notch from last year's BB rating, in this year's ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) evaluation conduc...[+1429 chars] 2025-03-18T06:33:38 (2nd LD) Climate change may lead to losses of over 45 trillion won for financial firms: BOK https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20250318004452320 https://img8.yna.co.kr/etc/inner/EN/2025/03/18/AEN20250318004452320_03_i_P4.jpg KR en South Korean banks and other financial institutions may lose nearly 46 trillion won (US$31.83 billion) by around 2100 if the country fails to properly address climate change. The Bank of Korea issued the forecast in a report based on the results of a climate stress test conducted in cooperation with the Financial Supervisory Service, the Korea Meteorological Administration and major financial firms. "(ATTN: ADDS photos) SEOUL, March 18 (Yonhap) -- South Korean banks and other financial institutions may lose nearly 46 trillion won (US$31.83 billion) by around 2100 if the country fails to properly a...[+2228 chars]" 2025-03-18T06:13:14 BlackRock (BLK), Vanguard, and State Street Push to Dismiss U.S. Antitrust Lawsuit over ESG Investing Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/blackrock-blk-vanguard-and-state-street-push-to-dismiss-u-s-antitrust-lawsuit-over-esg-investing-1034486527 https://blog.tipranks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/blk.jpg?utm_source=markets.businessinsider.com&utm_medium=referral US en BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street are being sued by Texas and 10 other Republican-led states for allegedly working together to hurt the coal industry. They claim the firms pushed coal companies to cut production as part of their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies, leading to higher energy prices. In their request to dismiss the case, the asset managers called the claims 'half-baked and untested' legal ideas. Three of the world's top asset managers, BlackRock (BLK), Vanguard, and State Street (STT), have asked a Texas court to dismiss an antitrust lawsuit that accuses them of working together to hurt the c...[+1915 chars] 2025-03-18T06:13:12 CEFC, $11b Goldman Sachs fund will invest in low-carbon developments Michael Bleby https://www.afr.com/property/commercial/cefc-11b-goldman-sachs-fund-will-invest-in-low-carbon-developments-20250313-p5ljak https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.1765%2C$multiply_4%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_96/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_exclusive_no_age_social_wm/79686ca0b87e091317c3475df7712691ed432d86 AU en The Clean Energy Finance Corporation will co-invest with capital from a $US7 billion Goldman Sachs fund to offer construction debt to Australian residential and office projects that measure their whole-lifecycle carbon footprint and disclose the efforts to mitigate those emissions. The federal government's green bank will also invest $160 million with funds from the Real Estate Credit Partners IV fund. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation will co-invest with capital from a $US7 billion ($11 billion) Goldman Sachs fund to offer construction debt to Australian residential and office projects that meas...[+368 chars] 2025-03-18T06:12:44 IGG implores Moroto public officials to declare wealth ahead of deadline Richard Oyel https://nilepost.co.ug/news/248517/igg-implores-moroto-public-officials-to-declare-wealth-ahead-of-deadline https://nilepost.co.ug/nm-intranet-login/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ead7ef4d-1b1a-4577-b11d-2e46aa4380af.jpg UG en There are 14 days left to the deadline for wealth declaration in Moroto. Only 25 percent of public officials have submitted their declarations, raising concerns about compliance. The Deputy Inspector General of Government (IGG) led a team from the Inspectorate of Government on a field visit to the district officials. "No Excerpt With just 14 days left to the deadline for wealth declaration, only 25 percent of public officials in Moroto have submitted their declarations, raising concerns about compliance. During a m...[+2244 chars]" 2025-03-18T05:48:00 Equinix issues first green bonds in Singapore raising SGD 500 mln https://www.telecompaper.com/news/equinix-issues-first-green-bonds-in-singapore-raising-sgd-500-mln--1531048 https://ik.imagekit.io/tp/20230515-equinix-logo.png NL en Equinix issues first green bonds in Singapore raising SGD 500 mln. Equinix is the first US corporate to access the Singapore dollar market in over five years. The company also issued SGD500 mn 3.5% senior notes due 2030. Including this latest issuance, EquinIX has issued a total of SGD 1.5bn. "Equinix issues first green bonds in Singapore raising SGD 500 mln Equinix announced its issuance of SGD 500 million in green bonds in its inaugural offering in the Singaporean market. The company said...[+377 chars]" 2025-03-18T05:46:55 ZOO Digital Group (OTCMKTS:ZDGGF) Shares Down 16.4% – What's Next? Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/18/zoo-digital-group-otcmktszdggf-shares-down-16-4-whats-next.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/zoo-digital-group-plc-logo-1200x675.jpg?v=20230223140320&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en ZOO Digital Group plc's share price dropped 16.4% on Monday. The company traded as low as $0.14 and last traded at $.14. Approximately 5,490 shares traded hands during mid-day trading, a decline of 13% from the average daily volume of 6,318 shares. Zooglobal provides cloud-based localisation and digital distribution services in the UK, India and the US. ZOO Digital Group plc (OTCMKTS:ZDGGF )'s share price dropped 16.4% on Monday . The company traded as low as $0.14 and last traded at $0.14. Approximately 5,490 shares traded hands during mid-day tradi...[+656 chars] 2025-03-18T05:00:00 Shark Tank India 4: Aman Gupta meets the Sharks, Dragons and Lions from around the world at the UN Headquarters etimes.in https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/shark-tank-india-4-aman-gupta-meets-the-sharks-dragons-and-lions-from-around-the-world-at-the-un-headquarters/articleshow/119132482.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-119132497,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-57270,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Aman Gupta, co-founder of boAt, attended a global summit at the United Nations Headquarters. For the first time, Sharks, Dragons, and Lions from different countries' versions of Shark Tank came together to discuss sustainable development goals. Ashutosh and Naren, the founders of Rescript, presented their business, seeking Rs 1 crore for 3.33% equity. Anupam Mittal saw potential in their vision and offered to stay in touch. Sushil and Kirti Vaishnav impressed the Sharks with their business model. Ritesh Agarwal made an offer of Rs 50 lakh for 1.6% equity, along with Rs50 lakh in debt "In a special episode of Shark Tank India 4, Aman Gupta , co-founder of boAt, shared his remarkable experience of attending a global summit at the United Nations Headquarters. For the first time, Shark...[+1998 chars]" 2025-03-18T04:41:00 Buy JSW Energy, target price Rs 565: Axis Securities https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/recos/buy-jsw-energy-target-price-rs-565-axis-securities/articleshow/119103469.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-13920,resizemode-75,msid-119103469/markets/stocks/recos/buy-jsw-energy-target-price-rs-565-axis-securities.jpg IN en Axis Securities has a buy call on JSW Energy with a target price of Rs 565. The company reported a consolidated total income of Rs 2640.04 crore for the quarter ended 31-12-2024. The current market price is Rs 524.65. Axis Securities has given a buy call on JSW Energy with a target price of Rs 565. The brokerage believes that after recent price corrections and anticipated summer demand, the current price of Rs 524....[+1979 chars] 2025-03-18T04:35:24 HHRG's shareholder calls for EGM to remove directors Bernama https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/03/1189827/hhrgs-shareholder-calls-egm-remove-directors https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/hhrg18_NSTfield_image_socialmedia.var_1742272519.jpg MY en Digital Trustees Bhd's shareholder, HHRG Bhd, wants to remove five of the company's directors from the board and appoint three new members. Trading in the securities relating to HHRg was halted at 9.01 am, Monday, March 17, 2025, and resumed an hour later at 10:01 am. KUALA LUMPUR: HHRG Bhd's shareholder, Digital Trustees Bhd, has requested an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) to remove five of the company's directors from the board and appoint three new members....[+610 chars] 2025-03-18T04:00:00 '말로만 ESG?'..대기업 절반만 위원회 설치·회의 단순보고 http://breaknews.com/1101164 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2025031801091332.jpg KR en ESG (ESG) has a 60% success rate and a 48.5% chance of success in 2020. ESG has a success rate of 53.7% and a failure rate of 194%. It's available in English, German, Spanish and Chinese. "브레이크뉴스 문홍철 기자= 2020년부터 본격화된 ESG(환경·사회·지배구조) 경영이 4년이 지난 현재, 국내 대기업들의 ESG위원회 설치율이 절반 수준에 머물며 증가세가 둔화되고 있다. 운영 실태를 살펴봐도 회의는 분기 평균 1회도 안 열렸고, 회의당 안건 수도 2.3개에 그쳤으며, 그 중 60% 이상이 단순 보고에 그쳤다. 수년간 재계를 강타했던 ESG...[+5390 chars]" 2025-03-18T03:50:26 Proxy Statement - 2025 Annual and Extraordinary General Meetings (Vale SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Proxy_Statement_2025_Annual_and_Extraordinary_General_Meetin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en The Board of Directors' performance in 2024 showed the Board's seniority, transparency and commitment to the best corporate governance practices incorporated in Vale's Bylaws, policies and normatives. The Annual and Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting will take place on 25th of February, 2019. )ProxyStatementAnnual andExtraordinaryGeneralMeetings2025www.vale.comInvestor EngagementCorporate GovernanceAnnual General Meeting's AgendaVALE2Annual and Extraordinary Shareholders MeetingIndex475066...[+241 chars] 2025-03-18T03:45:20 Guinness Nigeria affirms NGX listing amid takeover Guardian Nigeria https://guardian.ng/news/guinness-nigeria-affirms-ngx-listing-amid-takeover https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img-20250125-wa0012.jpg NG en Guinness Nigeria Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to remaining a publicly listed company on the Nigerian Exchange. N Seven Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of Tolaram Group, advances its Mandatory Takeover Offer (MTO). The offer is for N39.3 billion worth of shares, priced at N81.60 per share. Guinness Nigeria Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to remaining a publicly listed company on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) as N Seven Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of Tolaram Group, advances its Mandato...[+1391 chars] 2025-03-18T02:44:00 BlackRock, Vanguard, State Street ask court to dismiss US antitrust lawsuit Shivani Tanna https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/blackrock-vanguard-state-street-ask-024400112.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/49746afc1b80ece6ea5c53fb0be088d3 US en "BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street asked a Texas court to dismiss a U.S. state lawsuit accusing them of conspiring to decrease coal output. They say the allegations are ""half-baked and untested"" legal theories. The suit is part of a wave of pressure on the firms from conservative politicians." "By Shivani Tanna and Ross Kerber (Reuters) - BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street asked a Texas court late on Monday to dismiss a U.S. state lawsuit accusing them of conspiring to decrease coal output...[+1720 chars]" 2025-03-18T02:44:00 Top fund managers ask US court to dismiss climate-related antitrust lawsuit Shivani Tanna https://finance.yahoo.com/news/blackrock-vanguard-state-street-ask-024400112.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/49746afc1b80ece6ea5c53fb0be088d3 US en "BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street have asked a federal court in Texas to dismiss a state lawsuit accusing the top fund managers of conspiring through climate activism to discourage coal output. They say the allegations rest on ""half-baked and untested"" legal theories. The suit is part of a wave of pressure on the firms from conservative U.S. politicians." "By Shivani Tanna and Ross Kerber (Reuters) -BlackRock , Vanguard and State Street have asked a federal court in Texas to dismiss a state lawsuit accusing the top fund managers of conspiring through cl...[+3020 chars]" 2025-03-18T02:20:49 Verbatim: Coun. Shila Sharps' notices of motion on March 17 CHAT News Staff https://chatnewstoday.ca/2025/03/17/coun-shila-sharps-notices-of-motion-on-march-17 https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/2323/files/2025/03/sharpsnotices-1200x675.png CA en In the era of data-driven decision-making, the need for transparency and accountability in human resources management has never been more critical. Council directs administration to prepare HR metrics similar to those published by the City of Calgary and other municipalities on their city website under the Human Resources section. The website amendments should be completed by April 30th, 2025. Administration will provide a triannual report detailing the amount of severance paid within the relevant four-month period. The information will be included as part of the Chief Financial Officer's report. The report will be incorporated as of June 17th 2025, which is the next Standing Committee of Audit. Council will also request a report on the impact "Preamble: In an era where data-driven decision-making is paramount, the need for transparency and accountability in human resources management has never been more critical. By providing clear and acce...[+4842 chars]" 2025-03-18T02:18:46 The business case for green energy Al Gore https://www.livemint.com/global/the-business-case-for-green-energy-11742262123535.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/18/1600x900/im-49521479_1742262127253_1742262160368.jpg IN en Mr. Blood is chairman of the senior partner of Generation Investment Management. He believes the business case for sustainable investing is beyond question. Global warming has cost the global economy more than $3.5 trillion in the past decade. World leaders agreed to work together to invest in climate projects for the developing countries most vulnerable to the effects of the climate crisis. It seems like yesterday that we, as advocates for a sustainable economy, had the wind in our sails. At the 2021 United Nations climate change conference in Glasgow, many of the world's largest asset m...[+4727 chars] 2025-03-18T02:00:00 Three Wicklow businesses shortlisted for Business and Finance ESG Awards Myles Buchanan https://www.independent.ie/regionals/wicklow/business/three-wicklow-businesses-shortlisted-for-business-and-finance-esg-awards/a1843909564.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/1qpxiaIJPxQ_fCuMUzY8g_b09ps=/0x31:1440x991/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/773475b4-cd04-4af8-a167-109868c84d61/ee927ac8-eb60-47b6-a1c1-4e892cd88c57/773475b4-cd04-4af8-a167-109868c84d61.jpg IE en The Business and Finance ESG Awards celebrate companies that are driving real change through innovative policies, technology solutions and sustainable business practices. Coillte, with a head office in Newtownmountkennedy, has been shortlisted in the Biodiversity Leadership in Business Award category. Wildacres from Scratenagh is an environmental social enterprise dedicated to biodiversity restoration, protection, monitoring, and education. Enniskerry-based CoolPlanet is a leader in industrial-scale decarbonisation. The winners will be announced at a special luncheon awards ceremony taking place at 12 noon on April 10 in the Round Room at The Mansion House, Dublin. The Business and Finance ESG Awards celebrate companies that are driving real change through innovative policies, technology solutions, and sustainable business practices, and this year saw a record n...[+1493 chars] 2025-03-18T01:50:00 Stock Market Gains Boosted by Integrated Reporting Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/stock-market-gains-boosted-by-integrated-1427058 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1543286386-713bdd548da4%3Fixid%3DMnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D750%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en Integrated Reporting (IR) and Combined Assurance (CA) can enhance stock market performance for companies, according to new research from Murdoch University. Dr Augustine Donkor from Murdoch Business School led the study and said the results can be implemented to guide companies towards longer lasting success. "Companies can significantly enhance their stock market performance by adopting Integrated Reporting (IR) and Combined Assurance (CA) practices, according to new research from Murdoch University. The r...[+2143 chars]" 2025-03-18T01:49:55 Active Super to pay $10.5 million for greenwashing Poppy Johnston https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8919694/active-super-to-pay-105-million-for-greenwashing https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/3ac90486-02bf-467c-bf72-3a9221d2551c.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en The case is a win for the corporate regulator, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). ASIC has been cracking down on companies making false or misleading statements about their green or ethical credentials, a practice known as greenwashing. The case represents a victory for the commission. The case represents a win for the corporate regulator, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), which has been cracking down on companies making false or misleading statements abou...[+71 chars] 2025-03-18T01:37:18 ACT Group Hires Former South Pole CEO John Davis as Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific Region Act Commodities Group https://www.enidnews.com/region/act-group-hires-former-south-pole-ceo-john-davis-as-managing-director-for-the-asia/article_56d944aa-4fba-5e58-b8e0-251b6c237de2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ACT Group welcomes John Davis as Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Davis has a career in sustainability solutions spanning 20 years. He recently led South Pole as their Interim CEO through a critical restructuring and funding round. He successfully expanded the company's regional operations and drove strategic growth initiatives. SINGAPORE, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ACT Group welcomes seasoned sustainability professional John Davis as Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region to accelerate their growth and ...[+3452 chars] 2025-03-18T01:18:14 [브레이크뉴스] 성남시, ‘ESG 환경분야 상생협력' 협약 체결 이현준기자 http://breaknews.com/1101111 http://m.breaknews.com/data/m.breaknews.com/m_main_log.png?ti=1742262088 KR en ESG is an acronym for Esterhouserotica geeks (ESG) and is used in the ESG website. It's a collection of e-mails and messages with different messages. It contains messages from ESG and other e-mail addresses. "[브레이크뉴스경기남부=성남 이현준기자] 성남시는 7곳 기업·단체·연구기관과 '이에스지(ESG) 환경 분야 상생협력을 위한 업무 협약'을 18일 체결했다. 협약한 기업·단체·연구기관은 네이버㈜, 에이치케이이노엔㈜, ㈜케이티, 쿠팡이츠 서비스(유), 가천대학교 ESG센터, 한국학중앙연구원, 큰담 ESG 성남 등이다. 행사에는 이진찬 성남부시장과 각 기업·단체·...[+2435 chars]" 2025-03-18T01:02:58 ACT Group Hires Former South Pole CEO John Davis as Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific Region Larry D. Spangler https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/act-group-hires-former-south-pole-ceo-john-davis-as-managing-director-for-the-asia/article_cd05b097-8cd7-5730-ac0a-7040c5839003.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ACT Group welcomes John Davis as Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Davis has a career in sustainability solutions spanning 20 years. He recently led South Pole as their Interim CEO through a critical restructuring and funding round. He held various leadership roles at South Pole, including Global Commercial and Director for APAC. SINGAPORE, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ACT Group welcomes seasoned sustainability professional John Davis as Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region to accelerate their growth and ...[+461 chars] 2025-03-18T01:00:00 Director/PDMR Shareholding Mar. 18, 2025 01:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6061734 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The Company announces the transaction by a PDMR on 17 March 2025 in the Company's ordinary shares of £0.01 each. The transaction includes the vesting, exercise and sale of shares that had been granted pursuant to a Recruitment Award made under the 2020 Deferred Share Bonus Plan (DSBP). The transaction was made under Article 19 of the UK Market Abuse Regulation (UK MAR). "LEI: 213800ZBKL9BHSL2K459 OSB GROUP PLC (the Company) 17 March 2025 Notification of Transactions of Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities (PDMRs) The Company announces the following transact...[+2514 chars]" 2025-03-18T01:00:00 The Educational Foundation of William Louey is to launch a video series to Media Outreach https://businesspost.ng/media-outreach/the-educational-foundation-of-william-louey-is-to-launch-a-video-series-to-support-younger-people-facing-mental-health-challenges-due-to-education-pressures https://businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/thumbnail-tired-man-feeling-exha.jpg NG en Diginex, an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance issues, has signed two MOUs to pursue a broad strategic partnership with the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. The MOU includes a dual listing of the Company's ordinary shares on the ADX and a planned capital raise of up to USD$250 million focused on large institutional investors based in the GCC. Shaikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan is a member of the Royal Family of Abu Dhabi. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 March 2025 –, an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance ('ESG') issues, today announced the signing of tw...[+6021 chars] 2025-03-18T00:37:00 Sembcorp conducting strategic review of business: Sources https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/sembcorp-conducting-strategic-review-of-business-sources https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/68b1771256bd839ee4e9fdb88a67a7ee4dcc631401f56cff13ff59412291ec75 SG en Sembcorp Industries is carrying out a strategic review of its business. The company is backed by state-owned Temasek and is working with a financial adviser on the review. It may decide to go private or sell some of its assets. Its shares have climbed more than 250 per cent since the end of 2020, giving the company a market value of $10.7 billion. "Sembcorp said the company continually assesses options to enhance shareholder value. PHOTO: SEMBCORP SINGAPORE – Sembcorp Industries is carrying out a strategic review of its business, with various po...[+1962 chars]" 2025-03-18T00:33:44 The Cost of Carbon: Can Taxes and ESG Save the Planet? Manila Standard https://manilastandard.net/spotlight/314569793/the-cost-of-carbon-can-taxes-and-esg-save-the-planet.html https://cdn.manilastandard.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/acg-fast-forward-conference.jpg JP en The fight against climate change requires a fundamental shift in how businesses, governments, and individuals operate. European countries have led the ESG standard rankings. European neighbors outperform most of the world in all three ESG sub-indexes. The 3rd International Tax and Investment Conference will take place in Manila on March 26. "Human activity has made normal climate change abnormal. In our quest to expand and modernize our living conditions, we ironically destroy the very thing that allows us to live: the environment. Climat...[+4794 chars]" 2025-03-18T00:26:24 Sembcorp is said to conduct strategic review of business Elffie Chew https://sg.news.yahoo.com/sembcorp-is-said-to-conduct-strategic-review-of-business-002623334.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/r8XUqawh0ZBph6SUZNSs0Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-03/26488960-038f-11f0-bffd-aa7683d7ee53 US en Sembcorp Industries Ltd. is carrying out a strategic review of its business. The company is backed by state-owned Temasek Holdings Pte. It is considering going private or selling some of its assets. Its shares have climbed more than 250% since the end of 2020, giving the company a market value of $10.7 billion (US$8 billion). "By Elffie Chew and Dong Cao (Bloomberg) — Sembcorp Industries Ltd. is carrying out a strategic review of its business, with various possibilities under consideration, including potentially going priva...[+1975 chars]" 2025-03-18T00:00:00 Singapore CEO confidence dips as inflation, costs weigh: survey https://english.news.cn/20250318/b2e2b01cb722498dbe3f9f12369cb272/c.html CN en Confidence among Singapore's CEOs has declined, with inflation and pricing pressures cited as major concerns. However, more than half of Singaporean CEOs remain optimistic about successfully reshaping their business models for the future. Global CEO confidence has edged up from 70.5% in September 2024 to 73.5%. "SINGAPORE, March 18 (Xinhua) -- Confidence among Singapore's CEOs has declined, with inflation and pricing pressures cited as major concerns, according to a report released on Tuesday. The EY-Partheno...[+963 chars]" 2025-03-18T00:00:00 The Hidden Costs Of Poor Developer Experience—And How To Fix Them Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/The_Hidden_Costs_Of_Poor_Developer_Experience_And_How_To_Fix https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en To keep your teams high-performing, leaders need to understand the hidden costs of DX and start implementing solutions. To achieve better business results, leaders must understand and implement solutions to DX. for more information, go to: http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-reduce-the-hidden-costs-of-dx. To keep your teams high-performing and achieve better business results, leaders need to understand the hidden costs of DX and start implementing solutions. 2025-03-18T00:00:00 TBS Energi Utama Completes Acquisition of Sembcorp Environment Pte. Ltd., Moving Closer to Full Transformation ... The Arabian Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/TBS_Energi_Utama_Completes_Acquisition_of_Sembcorp_Environme_z https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The acquisition strengthens TBS's integrated environmental solutions portfolio in Southeast Asia, in line with its TBS2030 carbon neutrality target. TBS is getting closer to its vision of transitioning into a sustainability-focused and environmental solutions company. SembEnviro's expertise and experience will accelerate the transformation into a regional market leader dedicated to sustainable environmental solutions. Arabian Post - The acquisition strengthens TBS's integrated environmental solutions portfolio in Southeast Asia, in line with its TBS2030 carbon neutrality target. TBS is getting closer to its vision ...[+333 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 CSRD and Sapin 2: A Strategic Interoperability (RSM France SAS) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/CSRD_and_Sapin_2_A_Strategic_Interoperability_RSM_France_SAS https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) imposes new non-financial reporting obligations on businesses. It comes into force on March 18, 2025. It's abstract is an abstract of the Directive's text. It explains the key takeaways from the Directive. ) ? March 18, 2025 2 min. read Key Takeaways The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) imposes new non-financial reporting obligations on businesses. [] This is an abstract of the 2025-03-18T00:00:00 Corporate Governance (Final Diversity Policy Feb 2025) (IAMGOLD Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Corporate_Governance_Final_Diversity_Policy_Feb_2025_IAMGOLD https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "IAMGOLD Corporation promotes diversity by promoting an environment within which the Company can call upon a broad range of expertise, knowledge, skills, experiences and background by promoting diversity. The company's diversity policy is based on the purpose and statement ""Diversity"" in its policy." ") DIVERSITY POLICY 1. Purpose and Statement IAMGOLD Corporation (""IAMGOLD"" or the ""Company"") recognizes the importance and benefits of promoting an environment within which the Company can call upon a...[+95 chars]" 2025-03-18T00:00:00 2025 Corporate Sustainability Report (Sleep Number Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/2025_Corporate_Sustainability_Report_Sleep_Number_Corporatio https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The 2025 Corporate Sustainability Report is titled ""Environment, Mission, Vision, Individuality, Values 40"" and includes the letter to Stakeholders at a Glance. It is based on the following topics: ""Environment"", ""Mission"", ""Vision"", ""Individuality"", ""Values"" and ""Purpose""." ) 2025 Corporate Sustainability Report Contents 2025 CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY REPORT Letter To Stakeholders At a Glance Environment 5 Purpose, Mission, Vision, Individuality, Values 40Our 2025-03-18T00:00:00 Karin Berggren proposed to Lantmännen's Board of Directors (Lantmännen Ekonomisk Förening) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Karin_Berggren_proposed_to_Lantmannens_Board_of_Directors_La https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/[] US en Karin Berggren proposed to Lantmännen's Board of Directors for the 2025 Annual General Meeting on 18 March 2025 and is being considered by the Nomination Committee today. Lant männnen has a new Board of directors for 2025. ) Karin Berggren proposed to Lantmännen's Board of Directors18 March 2025 Press releases, 2025Lantmännen's Nomination Committee today presents its proposal for a new Board of Directors for the 2025 An...[+39 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 SAG-AFTRA Reaffirms Diversity Efforts as Hollywood Companies Cut Back Rollingstone https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/SAGAFTRA_Reaffirms_Diversity_Efforts_as_Hollywood_Companies_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SAG contracts have included provisions that required actors to be paid for their services. for the union. for SAGs to be represented by a third party. For other actors. For others to be on SAG. for the association. Previous SAG contracts have included provisions that required 2025-03-18T00:00:00 How corporate America is ditching DEI without abandoning inclusion The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/How_corporate_America_is_ditching_DEI_without_abandoning_inc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Diversity, equity and inclusion or DEI programs are under intense political and regulatory scrutiny. Major companies from Alphabet to Walmart are scaling back DEI initiatives as the Trump administration takes a harder stance on the issue.  .   Once embraced as a moral imperative and business imperative in the wake of the 2020 protests, diversity, equity and inclusion or DEI programs are now under intense political and regulatory scrutiny. M...[+173 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 EU Commission announces reforms to ESG reporting (Crowe Global) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/EU_Commission_announces_reforms_to_ESG_reporting_Crowe_Globa https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission has adopted a new package of proposals to simplify and streamline ESG reporting and regulatory requirements. The changes are aimed at boosting business competitiveness and investment. The proposal has been leaked in January, but the proposal has not been implemented yet. ) The European Commission has adopted a new package of proposals to simplify and streamline ESG reporting and regulatory requirements. These changes, aimed at boosting business competitiveness and inv...[+79 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 Notice of Exempt Solicitation (Form PX14A6G) (Green Century Capital Management Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Notice_of_Exempt_Solicitation_Form_PX14A6G_Green_Century_Cap https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Green Century Capital Management, Inc. is a client of The Chemours Company. The address of the company is 114 State Street, Suite 200, Boston, MA 02109. Written materials are submitted pursuant to Rule 14a-6(g)(1) promulgated under the promulgated law. ) NAME OF REGISTRANT: The Chemours Company NAME OF PERSON RELYING ON EXEMPTION: Green Century Capital Management, Inc. ADDRESS OF PERSON RELYING ON EXEMPTION: 114 State Street, Suite 200, Boston, MA 0...[+87 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 VVC Appoints New President & Grants Options Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/VVC_Appoints_New_President_Grants_Options https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en VVC Exploration Corporation, dba VVC Resources, (TSX-V:VVC and OTCQC:VVVCVF) announces the following:  . Today's announcement is made on March 18, 2025. TORONTO, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VVC Exploration Corporation, dba VVC Resources, ('VVC'), (TSX-V:VVC and OTCQC:VVCVF) announces the following: 2025-03-18T00:00:00 British Gas boss's pay jumps 29pc as households hit with higher bills The Daily Telegraph https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/British_Gas_boss_s_pay_jumps_29pc_as_households_hit_with_hig https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en """I am focused on creating value every single day of the year. ""Too many companies can appear to lose focus on the job at hand with the ever-increasing environment, social and governance (ESG) requirements. ""I am not worried about that. " """ Too many companies can appear to lose focus on the job at hand with the ever-increasing environment, social and governance (ESG) requirements I am focused on creating value every single day of the y...[+6 chars]" 2025-03-18T00:00:00 Publication of the Offering Circular - U.S.$20,000,000,000 Medium Term Note Programme (the 'Programme') (HSBC - Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Publication_of_the_Offering_Circular_US20000000000_Medium_Te https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited take no responsibility for the contents of this announcement and make no representation as to its accuracy or completeness. They disclaim any liability whatsoever for any loss arising from or in reliance upon the whole. ) Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited take no responsibility for the contents of this announcement, make no representation as to its accuracy or comple...[+120 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 How to disclose risk without losing investor confidence Phys Dot Org https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/How_to_disclose_risk_without_losing_investor_confidence https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Entrepreneurs often face the dilemma of whether to disclose risks associated with their ventures or not. While while, they should be honest about the risks they are taking on. - . for the sake of the business. For more information, go to: http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-disclose-risks-of-your-business-and-what-you-should-say-about-it. Entrepreneurs often face the dilemma of whether to disclose risks associated with their ventures. While 2025-03-18T00:00:00 SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Investigation of Solesence, Inc. f/k/a Nanophase Technologies Corporation (OTCQB: ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/SHAREHOLDER_ALERT_Kaskela_Law_LLC_Announces_Investigation_of https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating Solesence, Inc. (OTC: NANX), formerly known as Nanophase Technologies Corp., on behalf of the company's shareholders. Kaskela is a law firm based in Philadelphia, United States. PHILADELPHIA, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating Solesence, Inc. (OTC: NANX), formerly known as Nanophase Technologies Corp., ('Nanophase') on behalf...[+31 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 Ethereum Foundation reportedly adapting based on community feedback Cryptoslate https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Ethereum_Foundation_reportedly_adapting_based_on_community_f https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Ethereum Foundation is engaging with community feedback and exploring changes to its operations, according to Dragonfly managing partner Haseeb Qureshi. He met with EF members at ETH San Francisco and noted a sense of urgency within the organization and an awareness that the landscape has core values of open source, privacy, security and censorship resistance. The Ethereum Foundation (EF) is reportedly engaging with community feedback and exploring changes to its operations, according to Dragonfly managing partner Haseeb Qureshi. After meeting with EF membe...[+199 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 DECATHLON is proud to announce that it has received an A rating from CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) on Climate, joining the prestigious A-List. This recognition signifies a key milestone in DECATHLON's ecological transition journey, confirming that its strategy is aligned with the Paris Agreement's objective of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C. (Decathlon SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/DECATHLON_is_proud_to_announce_that_it_has_received_an_A_rat https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en DECATHLON has achieved an A rating for its efforts in addressing climate change. This achievement reflects its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and implementing industry best practices to meet its goals. It has participated in the CDP's comprehensive environmental disclosure and scoring process for six years. ) After six years of participating in the CDP's comprehensive environmental disclosure and scoring process, DECATHLON has achieved an A rating for its efforts in addressing climate change. This achiev...[+115 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 J.S. Held Recognized Among Global Leaders in Enterprise Risk Management Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/JS_Held_Recognized_Among_Global_Leaders_in_Enterprise_Risk_M_f https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Verdantix, in their Green Quadrant: Enterprise Risk Management Consulting Services (2025) report, benchmarks 15 of J.S. Held. Verdantix empowers organizations to achieve sustainability goals and operational excellence as efficiently as possible while addressing security, finance and other aspects of risk. JERICHO, N.Y., /CNW/ -- In an increasingly uncertain and volatile global landscape, businesses, governments, and investors face a growing array of challenges that demand immediate attention and innova...[+407 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 3/18/25 036 2025 PRE Circular Letter B3 Green Equities (B3 SA Brasil Bolsa Balcao) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/3_18_25_036_2025_PRE_Circular_Letter_B3_Green_Equities_B3_SA https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en There is a change to the criteria for the accreditation of entities responsible for assessing listed companies that want to receive the B3 Green Equities (BAV) Designation. B3 informs you of the change on March 18, 2025 036/2025- PRE CIRCULAR LETTER. ) March 18, 2025 036/2025-PRE CIRCULAR LETTER Listed B3 Participants Re.: B3 Green Equities B3 hereby informs you of a change to the criteria for the accreditation of entities responsible for assessin...[+80 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 仙境传说：破晓 (Ragnarok Dawn, Tentative English Title) Has Successfully Launched in China Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Ragnarok_Dawn_Tentative_English_Title_Has_Successfully_Launc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Gravity Co. Ltd. (NasdaqGM: GRVY) is a company based in Seoul, South Korea and listed on the NasdaqGM (Gravity) market. It's a company with a market value of $2.5 billion. Seoul, South Korea, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GRAVITY Co., Ltd. (NasdaqGM: GRVY) ('Gravity' or 'Company'), a 2025-03-18T00:00:00 Power-To-X Market to Reach $769.3 million, Globally, by 2033 at 9.3% CAGR: Allied Market Research Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/PowerToX_Market_to_Reach_7693_million_Globally_by_2033_at_93 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The power-to-x market is driven by the global push for decarbonization, energy security, and sector coupling. Governments worldwide are implementing strict carbon reduction targets, incentivizing green hydrogen, synthetic fuels, and e-chemicals, which are key PtX products. The power-to-x market is driven by the global push for decarbonization, energy security, and sector coupling, as industries seek alternatives to fossil fuels. Governments worldwide are implementing st...[+126 chars] 2025-03-18T00:00:00 Notice of Exempt Solicitation (Form PX14A6G) (Green Century Funds) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/18/Notice_of_Exempt_Solicitation_Form_PX14A6G_Green_Century_Fun https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Green Century Equity Fund's address is 114 State Street, Suite 200, Boston, MA 02109. Written materials are submitted pursuant to Rule 14a-6(g)(1) promulgated under the Securities Act of Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The Timken Company is a registered company. ) NAME OF REGISTRANT: The Timken Company NAME OF PERSON RELYING ON EXEMPTION: Green Century Equity Fund ADDRESS OF PERSON RELYING ON EXEMPTION: 114 State Street, Suite 200, Boston, MA 02109 Written ma...[+83 chars] 2025-03-17T23:49:50 Standard Alliance Insurance plans N12bn debt conversion to equity Temitope Aina https://punchng.com/standard-alliance-insurance-plans-n12bn-debt-conversion-to-equity https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/18022547/IMG_4476.png NG en Standard Alliance Insurance Plc plans to convert its N12bn debt into equity as part of a broader capital restructuring strategy. The company also intends to change its name to Fortis Global Insurance plc. Endura Investment Global Limited has acquired a 24% controlling shareholding in the insurance firm. "Standard Alliance Insurance Plc has unveiled plans to convert its N12bn debt into equity as part of a broader capital restructuring strategy. The company also intends to change its name to Fortis Glob...[+1793 chars]" 2025-03-17T23:04:55 Elanco Announces Changes to Board of Directors; Signs Research Agreement to Explore Novel Therapies for Chronic Kidney Disease and Life Extension in Pets PR Newswire https://www.messenger-inquirer.com/ap/elections/elanco-announces-changes-to-board-of-directors-signs-research-agreement-to-explore-novel-therapies-for/article_d14ae39c-c4fe-55b0-b12d-d2cd6b97886c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/messenger-inquirer.com/content/tncms/custom/image/a2a4b15c-9ead-11ee-847f-2b2be1350ebd.jpg?resize=600%2C338 US en Elanco Animal Health Incorporated announced changes to its Board of Directors. John P. Bilbrey, Kathy Turner and Craig Wallace will not stand for re-election at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. William F. Doyle has resigned from the Board, effective immediately. GREENFIELD, Ind., March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) today announced changes to its Board of Directors that will reduce the Board size to 11 directors by the...[+405 chars] 2025-03-17T23:00:41 Embrace digital revolution, ICSAN urges members Temitope Aina https://punchng.com/embrace-digital-revolution-icsan-urges-members https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/13202557/ICSAN.jpg NG en The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening corporate governance and sustainability in Nigeria. The President of ICSAN, Funmi Ekundayo, emphasised that governance professionals have a role to play in driving compliance, ethical business practices, and corporate transparency. The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening corporate governance and sustainability in Nigeria, urging governance professionals ...[+1655 chars] 2025-03-17T22:53:40 Badenoch: Net zero by 2050 is impossible AOL https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Badenoch_Net_zero_by_2050_is_impossible https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/[] US en Kemi Badenoch will say on Tuesday that the target of reaching net zero by 2050 is 'impossible' Tory leader will accuse her predecessors of setting the emissions target without a plan that does not 'bankrupt' Britain or cause a'serious drop in our living standards'. Kemi Badenoch will say on Tuesday that the target of reaching net zero by 2050 is 'impossible'.The Tory leader will accuse her predecessors of setting the emissions target without a plan that does not...[+80 chars] 2025-03-17T22:40:00 Kudos to Kemi: Conservatives must be realistic about net zero Telegraph View https://www.yahoo.com/news/kudos-kemi-conservatives-must-realistic-224000628.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/GKtzp3GIvQCZMuDHXcOxsw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NDc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_telegraph_258/26ca804fe2ca635bc37db349f85871e7 US en Kemi Badenoch wants to kill the net zero carbon emissions target for the UK. Theresa May announced it as one of her last acts as prime minister in June 2019. Boris Johnson won an election later that year on a promise to reach net zero by 2050. In one of her last acts as prime minister in June 2019, Theresa May announced legislation to enshrine in law the achievement of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. She called it 'a conservative mission...[+1599 chars] 2025-03-17T22:36:45 Endeavour Group Ltd (EDV) Receives a Hold from Citi Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/endeavour-group-ltd-edv-receives-a-hold-from-citi-1034486082 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Citi analyst Sam Teeger maintained a Hold rating on Endeavour Group Ltd (EDV) today and set a price target of A$4.50. Morgan Stanley maintained a Buy rating on EDV on March 14. EDV market cap is currently A$7.36B and has a P/E ratio of 16.04. "Citi analyst Sam Teeger maintained a Hold rating on Endeavour Group Ltd (EDV – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$4.50. The company's shares closed today at A$4.12. Light Up your Portf...[+672 chars]" 2025-03-17T22:34:15 Kemi Badenoch is set to ditch legal commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050, claiming hitting the target is 'impossible' Harriet Line https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14509003/Kemi-Badenoch-set-ditch-legal-commitment-reach-Net-Zero-2050-claiming-hitting-target-impossible.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/03/17/22/96291633-0-image-m-13_1742249591349.jpg GB en Kemi Badenoch is poised to ditch a legal commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050. In a major speech today, the Conservative Party leader will say that cutting carbon emissions cannot be achieved without bankrupting the country or hitting living standards. The UK became the first major economy to pass legislation requiring it to bring all greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, but she will say there has never been a detailed plan to meet the target. "Kemi Badenoch is poised to ditch a legal commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050, saying hitting the target is 'impossible'. In a major speech today, the Conservative Party leader will say that drastical...[+4399 chars]" 2025-03-17T22:30:08 Kemi Badenoch Says Achieving Net Zero By 2050 Is 'Impossible' Political Editor https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/kemi-badenoch-says-achieving-net-zero-by-2050-is-impossible_uk_67d84895e4b0dade360ce15c https://img.huffingtonpost.com/asset/67d848ba1b0000260085be69.jpeg?ops=1200_630 GB en Kemi Badenoch will launch a policy renewal programme on Tuesday. It will form the basis of the party's next election manifesto. Theresa May pledged that the UK would achieve net zero carbon emissions by the middle of the century in 2019 in one of her final acts as prime minister. "Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch leaves after attending the annual Commonwealth Day Service of Celebration at Westminster Abbey, in London, Monday March 10. via Associated Press Achieving net z...[+3240 chars]" 2025-03-17T22:30:00 Badenoch: Net zero by 2050 is impossible Tony Diver https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/03/17/badenoch-reaching-net-zero-target-by-2050-is-impossible https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/politics/2025/03/17/TELEMMGLPICT000401822138_17422453101240_trans_NvBQzQNjv4Bq60n8ITS884wcF1wB9nEEaQ_OKYHIGZa8q7YaFyKqHMY.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Kemi Badenoch will say on Tuesday that the target of reaching net zero by 2050 is 'impossible'. She will accuse her predecessors of setting the emissions target without a plan that does not 'bankrupt' Britain or cause a'serious drop in our living standards'. The speech will launch a full Conservative policy review. "Kemi Badenoch will say on Tuesday that the target of reaching net zero by 2050 is 'impossible'. The Tory leader will accuse her predecessors of setting the emissions target without a plan that does no...[+6775 chars]" 2025-03-17T22:30:00 Kemi Badenoch blasts 'impossible' 2050 net zero target in swipe at Ed Miliband Steph Spyro https://www.express.co.uk/news/politics/2028494/kemi-badenoch-net-zero-tories-2050 https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/img/dynamic/139/1200x630/6029233.jpg GB en Kemi Badenoch will deliver a speech on net zero by 2050 on Tuesday. Tory leader will take aim at Ed Miliband at a speech. She will announce that she has asked her shadow cabinet to begin looking into priority areas ahead of policy announcements. Theresa May passed a law committed the UK to net zero carbon emissions by 2050. "Kemi Badenoch will deliver a speech on net zero on Tuesday Kemi Badenoch will insist that reaching net zero by 2050 is 'impossible' without a drop in living standards or by bankrupting the UK. The Tor...[+3147 chars]" 2025-03-17T22:01:10 Net-Zero Banking Dr Syeda Nazish Zahra Bukhari https://dailytimes.com.pk/1276595/net-zero-banking https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2022/02/11/no-pic-123.jpg PK en All six of the largest U.S. banks withdrew from the U.N.-sponsored Net-Zero Banking Alliance in early January 2025. This raises serious questions regarding the green and sustainable commitment of the banking industry. Over the past decade, these six banks funded more than US$ 2 trillion in coal-fired power plants, oil and gas drilling, and pipelines. Sweden's two biggest banks, Handelsbanken and Swedbank, have not approved any new loans or underwriting to fossil fuel companies since 2009. In early January 2025, all six of the largest U.S. banks, including Bank of America, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo, withdrew from the U.N.-sponsored Net-Zer...[+5456 chars] 2025-03-17T21:35:00 Greenbriar Completes Major Water Acquisition for Sage Ranch Mar. 17, 2025 21:35 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6061642 https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/244815/332 TW en Ronnie Strasser will join the Real Estate Advisory Board of Greenbriar Sustainable Living Inc. effective March 17, 2025. The Company has reached a binding agreement with Ronnie Strasser to buy 115 acre-feet of adjudicated and deeded water rights for USD $1,250,000. The payment will be made from the proceeds from the Voya construction loan. "Scottsdale, Arizona - Newsfile Corp. - March 17, 2025 - Greenbriar Sustainable Living Inc. (TSXV: GRB) (OTC Pink: GEBRF) (""Greenbriar"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce that it has reached a bi...[+3347 chars]" 2025-03-17T21:30:00 Diginex Signs MOU for Strategic Partnership, ADX Dual Listing and up to USD$250 Million capital injection with His Highness, Shaikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi's Royal family, for Acquisitions and Regional UAE and GCC Expansion via Nomas Global Investments LLC S.P.C, a sole Mar. 17, 2025 21:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6061644 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F03%2F17%2Ff9d5924c24574f25aa68fec4b51d74ff.png TW en Diginex Limited is an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance issues. It has signed two MOUs to pursue a broad strategic partnership to facilitate its planned expansion in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf Cooperation Council region. This includes assisting the Company with a dual listing of the Company's ordinary shares on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and a planned capital raise of up to USD$250 million focused on large institutional investors based in the GCC. "Support Us Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. Media OutReach Mar. 17, 2025 21:30 LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 March 2025 – Diginex Limited (""Diginex"" or the ""Company"")(Na...[+6166 chars]" 2025-03-17T21:12:33 X Machina Capital Strategies' Chief Information Officer & Other Key Firm Partners to Serve as Featured Speakers at Wall Street Green Summit Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/x-machina-capital-strategies-chief-information-officer-other-key-firm-partners-to-serve-as-featured/article_88676eb0-e8e9-5cb3-9ade-dbd8d9748a9d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Richard Walker will be a featured speaker at the Wall Street Green Summit in New York City tomorrow, March 18th. Mr. Walker will discuss current strategic investment trends throughout the energy industry and emphasize the importance of leveraging sustainable technologies and techniques to extend the life of mature energy producing assets. "FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 17, 2025-- X Machina Capital Strategies ('XMC'), which acquires and develops transformational private investments in the energy sector, today announced that...[+468 chars]" 2025-03-17T20:17:00 Invitation to EQT's Capital Markets Event in London on 22 May 2025 - Value creation through the lens of EQT's portfolio companies PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/invitation-eqts-capital-markets-event-201700648.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/777619189b7adbbb0407a77514e8d715 US en On 22 May in London, EQT will host a Capital Markets Event focused on EQT's ownership model and approach to value creation. The event will be hosted in person at Sky Garden in the City of London and is intended for institutional shareholders, analysts, financial advisors, and media. STOCKHOLM, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On 22 May in London, EQT will host a Capital Markets Event focused on EQT's ownership model and approach to value creation. The afternoon will feature insight...[+1882 chars] 2025-03-17T19:50:07 SF Pride takes sponsorship blow of up to $300K as several companies pull out https://abc7news.com/post/san-francisco-pride-takes-sponsorship-blow-300k-several-companies-pull/16039344 https://cdn.abcotvs.com/dip/images/15014181_063024-kgo-pride-best-of-tn-img.jpg?w=1600 GB en La Crema, Comcast, Anheuser Busch and Diageo are no longer long-term sponsors of San Francisco Pride. The organization had a goal of raising $2.3 million for the upcoming year, but only $1 million has been committed so far. "SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- San Francisco Pride is dealing with the loss of several corporate sponsors worth up to $300,000, according to Director Suzanne Ford. The companies include La Crema, Comcast, Anh...[+330 chars]" 2025-03-17T19:42:14 Green Technology & Sustainability Market 2030 Future Trends, Scope Get News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Green_Technology_Sustainability_Market_2030_Future_Trends_Sc https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/[] US en "GE, Siemens, SAP, Schneider Electric, IBM, Watershed, Clarity AI, Normative, Persefoni and IsoMetrix are some of the companies profiled in ""Green Technology & Sustainability Market by Offering (Carbon)""." """ GE (US), Siemens (Germany), SAP (Germany), Schneider Electric (France), IBM (US), Watershed (US), Clarity AI (US), Normative (Sweden), Persefoni (US), IsoMetrix (US). "" Green Technology & Sustainabi...[+31 chars]" 2025-03-17T19:31:51 SAG-AFTRA Affirms Support for DEI as Studios Back Away Gene Maddaus https://variety.com/2025/biz/news/sag-aftra-dei-affirms-support-diversity-1236339566 https://variety.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/BUC_2246-e1699309185288.jpg?crop=0px%2C0px%2C1920px%2C1080px&resize=1000%2C563 US en The national board of SAG-AFTRA affirmed its support for diversity equity and inclusion on Monday. Disney scrapped its Reimagine Tomorrow initiative, while Warner Bros., Discovery, Amazon and Paramount have taken similar steps. The Trump administration is trying to stamp out DEI programs in both the federal government and the private sector. "SAG-AFTRA affirmed its support for diversity equity and inclusion on Monday, after several major studios walked back their commitments in the face of threats from the Trump administration. The nationa...[+1735 chars]" 2025-03-17T19:04:32 Equinix issues $500 mil of 3.5% green bonds due 2030 in inaugural S'pore offering Jovi Ho https://sg.news.yahoo.com/equinix-issues-500-mil-3-190432630.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Ucg33gTEyMroXxZn3xEnKQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02Njc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_edge_961/cd99f5cfb9793ebddfefc53f92c8aa46 US en Equinix has issued $500 million in green bonds in its inaugural offering in the Singapore market. The offer for the 3.50% senior notes due 2030 closed on March 13. It is the first US corporate to access the Singapore dollar market in over five years. Equinix announced in November 2024 its sixth data centre in Singapore, to be named SG6. "Equinix's debut issuance here marks the first US corporate to access the Singapore dollar market in over five years. Nasdaq-listed digital infrastructure firm Equinix has issued $500 million in green ...[+3111 chars]" 2025-03-17T18:45:31 FG to protect Nigerian workers' interests, reviews expatriate quota policy Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4193582/fg-to-protect-nigerian-workers-interests-reviews-expatriate-quota-policy.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability in the administration of expatriate quotas. This is following recent allegations of irregularities in the oil quota system. Click here to read the full news article.    . The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability in the administration of expatriate quotas. This is following recent allegations of irregularities in the oil se...[+34 chars] 2025-03-17T18:45:00 Descartes Study: 39% of High-growth Companies Leverage Trade Compliance as Competitive Advantage https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6061400 https://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/2458abe4-87e5-4a31-8a58-b127eacde619/image1.png TW en Descartes and SAPIO released the study Top Three Traits of Companies with a Successful Approach to Trade Compliance. The study found that 39% of fast-growing companies consider trade compliance to be a competitive advantage and not only a regulatory requirement. 57% of companies surveyed believe technology is also important for competitive advantage in trade compliance strategies. 86% of growth companies indicated technology is fundamental or highly important to growth strategies. ATLANTA and LONDON, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, released findings from ...[+4095 chars] 2025-03-17T18:39:50 Editorial:Mahama charges SOEs to reverse under-performing stigma FT Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/EditorialMahama_charges_SOEs_to_reverse_underperforming_stig https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4yZyAOJ-Go0/0.jpg US en President of the Republic, John Dramani Mahama, has issued a resolute call for a reset of Specified Entities (SEs) under the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) at a high-level. He warned that loss-making SOEs will be swiftly reformed, merged, privatised or shut down. President of the Republic, John Dramani Mahama, has issued a resolute call for a reset of Specified Entities (SEs) under the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) in order to spearhead natio...[+148 chars] 2025-03-17T18:09:05 CoinsPaid Launches ESG Policy To Drive More Sustainable and Trustworthy Crypto Payments https://www.reuters.com/press-releases/coinspaid-launches-esg-policy-to-drive-more-sustainable-and-trustworthy-crypto-payments-2025-03-17 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/https%3A%2F%2Fpress-release-generator-production.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com%2Fginv8ostasm1dqdw7ty7idpicq6n?auth=91ef8ddcbc96512a28905979907ed19acef657cec6bc325758395e0cf07478ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en CoinsPaid has officially launched its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) policy. It is the first step in the company's commitment to responsible business practices. CoinsPaid's policy focuses on mitigating the environmental impact of blockchain operations through carbon offsetting, promoting social responsibility, and enhancing corporate governance within the company. TALLINN, Estonia, March 17, 2025 (EZ Newswire) -- CoinsPaid, an international provider of crypto payment solutions, has officially launched its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) policy, mark...[+5351 chars] 2025-03-17T17:45:29 Canadian General Investments, Limited Files Annual Disclosure Documents Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/canadian-general-investments-limited-files-annual-disclosure-documents-5 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM5NTcyMyM2ODA5ODA5IzIwOTMwMjE= CA en Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) (TSX:CGI, LSE: CGI) has submitted its 2024 Annual Report with the Management Report of Fund Performance and Audited Financial Statements and the 2025 Management Information Circular with applicable Canadian securities regulators and to the National Storage Mechanism. "Article content TORONTO, Canada, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) (TSX:CGI) (LSE: CGI) (the Company), announces that it has submitted its 2024 Annual Repor...[+493 chars]" 2025-03-17T17:42:49 Canadian General Investments, Limited Files Annual Disclosure Documents JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/canadian-general-investments-limited-files-annual-disclosure-documents/article_90029b4d-74d4-5f29-a548-cdc376b0aa14.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) (TSX:CGI, LSE:GIC) has submitted its 2024 Annual Report with the Management Report of Fund Performance and Audited Financial Statements and the 2025 Management Information Circular with applicable Canadian securities regulators and to the National Storage Mechanism. "Twitter Email Print Copy article link Save TORONTO, Canada, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) (TSX:CGI) (LSE: CGI) (the Company), announces that it has subm...[+406 chars]" 2025-03-17T17:21:09 Prepare for Plastic Legislation or Face Financial Loss, States New Report From SAP and Earth Action https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/sap-se-europe-legislation-government-regulations-49fb38f8b11dd30962bf94af09828421 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The world has been waiting for a global plastics treaty since 2022, but it has yet to be agreed. SAP and Earth Action have collaborated to launch the 'Shift into Gear' report. They urge companies to start preparing now to meet global plastics legislation. Global liabilities linked to plastic usage are projected to exceed US$20 billion by 2030. Non-compliance comes with significant financial risks including fines, litigation, and potential clean-up costs. They say 'good things take time,' but sometimes it's wise to not wait too long and take matters into your own hands. This is especially true when those 'matters' have the power to determine business r...[+6400 chars] 2025-03-17T17:16:10 Should We Be Cautious About Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.'s (NYSE:ABG) ROE Of 12%? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cautious-asbury-automotive-group-inc-171610463.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/c81cd85cb4b7d3ca5825dd1ac04873a7 US en Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:ABG) has a ROE of 12%, which is based on the yearly profit of US$430m. The company uses a high level of debt to increase its ROE. It has a debt to equity ratio of 1.44. While some investors are already well versed in financial metrics (hat tip), this article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE) and why it is important. By way of learning-...[+3970 chars] 2025-03-17T17:10:00 SGTC and CHCC Capital Launch a Carbon Neutrality Fund to Drive Global Emissions Reduction Mar. 17, 2025 17:10 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6061285 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Singapore Treasure Carbon Tech Pte. Ltd. and CHCC Capital ( Singapore) Ltd. have jointly launched a fund that will invest in international carbon credit assets compliant with Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. The fund aims to establish a transparent, high-impact, and scalable carbon finance ecosystem. It is expected to support the development of carbon markets in Singapore and across Asia. SHANGHAI , March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore Treasure Carbon Tech Pte. Ltd. (SGTC) and CHCC Capital ( Singapore ) Pte. Ltd. have jointly launched a fund that will invest in international carbon...[+3592 chars] 2025-03-17T17:04:01 European Tech Firms Push EU for 'Buy European' Tech Mandate Slashdot https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4193347/european-tech-firms-push-eu-for-buy-european-tech-mandate.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en "More than 80 signatories from about 100 European tech organizations have urged EU leaders to take ""radical action"" to reduce reliance on foreign digital infrastructure. Airbus, Proton, and OVHCloud are among the signatories. The coalition calls for public procurement requirements mandating European-made tech solutions, development of common standards, and creation of a Sovereign Infrastructure Fund." "More than 80 signatories representing about 100 European tech organizations have urged EU leaders to take ""radical action"" to reduce reliance on foreign digital infrastructure, according to a letter s...[+823 chars]" 2025-03-17T17:03:39 Amendment to Initial Registration Statement (Form S-1/A) (Curanex Pharmaceuticals Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Amendment_to_Initial_Registration_Statement_Form_S1_A_Curane https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/[] US en As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 17, 2025, it states that the selling stockholders-plan of distribution is effective. It is filed with Registration No. 333-282686 and Form S-1 amending Amendment No. 4 under the Securities Act. )As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 17, 2025.Registration No. 333-282686UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWashington, D.C. 20549FORM S-1Amendment No. 4REGISTRAT...[+84 chars] 2025-03-17T16:57:36 The top 6 ESG Trends to watch in South Africa in 2025 Mail Guardian South Africa https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/The_top_6_ESG_Trends_to_watch_in_South_Africa_in_2025 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/[] US en In 2025, ESG will play a pivotal role in shaping South Africa's society, according to the World Economic Forum. It is a framework for assessing the broader societal impact of organisations, going beyond traditional financial metrics. It will be used to assess organisations' environmental and social impact. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has become a vital framework for assessing the broader societal impact of organisations, going beyond traditional financial metrics. In 2025, ESG will play ...[+40 chars] 2025-03-17T16:44:57 Environmental sustainability at the fore, with AID Bank's upcoming policy Malaika https://dominicanewsonline.com/news/homepage/homepage-carousel/environmental-sustainability-at-the-fore-with-aid-banks-upcoming-policy https://dominicanewsonline.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Martin-Charles-DNO-file-photo-e1742229566276.jpg DO en Dominica Agricultural Industrial and Development Bank will introduce an Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) policy by June 2025. This policy is intended to promote sustainable land management and encourage resilience building and protection of Dominica's marine ecosystem. It is all in an effort to preserve the country's rich ecosystem. "The Dominica Agricultural Industrial and Development Bank (AID Bank) will introduce an Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) policy to mitigate against the impact of climate change. Chairman of th...[+1072 chars]" 2025-03-17T16:20:08 Brussels event set to kick off debate on forthcoming Circular Economy Act Euronews https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/03/17/brussels-event-set-to-kick-off-debate-on-forthcoming-circular-economy-act https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/12/09/44/1200x675_cmsv2_548ae477-a63f-5896-9ec9-a592f01e933a-9120944.jpg FR en The first Circular Economy Strategy came out in 2015 and was updated in 2020 at the start of president Ursula von der Leyen's first administration. For her second term, she has tasked her new environment commissioner Jessika Roswall with producing a fully fledged Circular economy Act. The business community is keenly watching the signals coming from the EU executive and has started to set out its own vision of the path Europe should take. "The first Circular Economy Strategy came out in 2015, and was updated in 2020 at the start of president Ursula von der Leyen's first administration. For her second term, von der Leyen has chosen to ra...[+3039 chars]" 2025-03-17T15:50:28 Trump's anti-DEI dictates have global companies quietly strategizing to preserve autonomy Siraj Datoo https://detroitnews.com/story/business/2025/03/17/trumps-anti-dei-dictates-have-companies-navigating-overseas-requirements/82491625007 https://www.gannett-cdn.com/authoring/authoring-images/2025/02/12/PDTN/78456690007-mckinseydeibg-65-oizigczzgl-5-ccrtq-2-rcjuzki.jpg?auto=webp&crop=2999,1687,x0,y156&format=pjpg&width=1200 US en Trump's executive order dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion efforts is making waves at international companies. Roche Holding AG, Volvo AB and Nissan Motor Co. have backpedaled on DEI policies in the United States. However, they are standing firm on diversity initiatives outside the US. President Donald Trump's executive order dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion efforts is making waves at international companies in Europe, Asia and beyond — but only on the surface. Quietly, m...[+13626 chars] 2025-03-17T15:40:00 ESG Watch: New SEC rules under Trump turn up the heat for sustainable investors Mike Scott https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/esg-watch-new-sec-rules-under-trump-turn-up-heat-sustainable-investors-2025-03-17 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/GZ5ZVW2EZJLP3NUVPNKR653LPE.jpg?auth=03aa9b172deece0d3a09b04a970d86ea09bcc63680cdfc7a2bf678b9a073d3f7&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Trump administration has been hostile to environmental, social and governance issues. Environmental Protection Agency has withdrawn $20 billion in funding for clean energy and transportation from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. Wells Fargo has dropped its target of being net-zero across its financed portfolios by 2050. SEC is making it easier for companies to challenge shareholder resolutions. March 17 - The targets of President Donald Trump's attacks are many and various, but one area to which he has been consistently hostile is ESG, the environmental, social and governance risks that have...[+7403 chars] 2025-03-17T15:01:51 Empowering the Future: 21st Century's Bold New Leadership SAT Articles https://southafricatoday.net/business/empowering-the-future-21st-centurys-bold-new-leadership https://southafricatoday.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Ntombizone-Feni-Executive-Director-at-21st-Century-696x830-1.webp ZA en 21st Century appoints Zone Feni as its new Group CEO and Maphutha Diaz as Non-Executive Chairman. Zone is known for her passion for sustainable business practices and social innovation. Diaz has over 30 years of experience in human capital strategy and governance across diverse sectors. "Johannesburg, South Africa – 21st Century has officially announced the appointment of Ntombizone (Zone) Feni as its new Group CEO and Maphutha Diaz as Non-Executive Chairman, marking a pivotal shift i...[+3040 chars]" 2025-03-17T14:55:52 The top 6 ESG Trends to watch in South Africa in 2025 Vodacom https://mg.co.za/partner-content/2025-03-17-the-top-6-esg-trends-to-watch-in-south-africa-in-2025 https://mg.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Taki-high-res-702x1000.jpg ZA en In 2025, ESG will play a pivotal role in shaping South Africa's business landscape, reflecting a growing commitment to sustainability, climate resilience, and inclusion. The circular economy is gaining traction in South Africa due to its potential to drive sustainable development while addressing critical social and environmental challenges. Artificial intelligence is emerging as a transformative tool for advancing ESG objectives. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has become a vital framework for assessing the broader societal impact of organisations, going beyond traditional financial metrics. In 2025, ESG will play ...[+4263 chars] 2025-03-17T14:46:07 Energy Systems Group Appoints Jeff Blum as CEO Energy Systems Group https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/energy-systems-group-appoints-jeff-blum-as-ceo/article_ee14a8c4-853d-5993-8883-906c695725ee.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Jeff Blum has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Energy Systems Group. Blum brings over 30 years of experience in commercial and public facility construction, modernization, and service. He most recently served as Senior Vice President at KONE, a global leader in elevator and escalator solutions. NEWBURGH, Ind., March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Energy Systems Group (ESG), a leading provider of energy and infrastructure solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Blum as Chief E...[+699 chars] 2025-03-17T14:45:31 ESG, Blockchain & Gender Diversity: How Fedrok AG Supports Women's Workforce Reintegration Alex Rivers https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/esg-blockchain-gender-diversity-how-fedrok-ag-supports-womens-workforce-reintegration-1731917 https://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/1737102/women.jpg US en Fedrok AG, a Swiss blockchain company, is taking meaningful steps to align technology with social impact, particularly in addressing the gender gap in tech and blockchain. Women hold fewer than 25% of tech-related jobs and only 12% of developers and founders in the blockchain sector. Fedrok is looking into impact-driven partnerships to support women returning to the workforce. "The combination of blockchain technology, workforce diversity, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is a powerful force for promoting sustainability, inclusivity, and transparency. Fedrok A...[+5459 chars]" 2025-03-17T14:44:08 Diginex signs MOU for Strategic Partnership, ADX Dual Listing and up to USD 250 Million ... system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Diginex_signs_MOU_for_Strategic_Partnership_ADX_Dual_Listing https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/[] US en Diginex Limited (Nasdaq: DGNX) has signed two MOUs with Shaikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi's Royal family for strategic partnership and a planned capital raise of up to USD$250 million focused on large institutional investors based in the GCC. His Highness will assist Diginex with a dual listing of the Company's ordinary shares on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX). "EQS-News: Diginex Limited / Key word(s): Contract / ESG Diginex signs MOU for Strategic Partnership , ADX Dual Listing and up to USD 250 Million Capital Injection 17.03.2025 / 14:30 CET / CEST The iss...[+7564 chars]" 2025-03-17T14:43:17 Energy Systems Group Appoints Jeff Blum as CEO Energy Systems Group https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/jeff-blum-2c443419ff792fa9e90ee855377ba495 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Jeff Blum has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Energy Systems Group. Blum brings over 30 years of experience in commercial and public facility construction, modernization, and service. He most recently served as Senior Vice President, U.S. West and Canada at KONE. Energy Systems Group (ESG), a leading provider of energy and infrastructure solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Blum as Chief Executive Officer. The addition of this strategic po...[+2309 chars] 2025-03-17T14:32:51 UBS drops diversity targets from annual report, emphasises meritocracy Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/ubs-drops-diversity-targets-annual-report-emphasises-meritocracy-2025-03-17 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/VTKFHRAZ6NNAJNYH5M4M3WF6KU.jpg?auth=01c91bda9d76f97e96fbfcccd29facfe349530d897118759a24d8cfacedbefc3&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Swiss bank UBS has scrapped references to establishing women in management roles and hiring employees from ethnic minority backgrounds from its 2024 annual report. UBS is eager to expand in the United States. U.S. companies have been scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion programs since Donald Trump declared some elements of DEI illegal. ZURICH, March 17 (Reuters) - Swiss bank UBS (UBSG.S), opens new tab scrapped references to establishing women in management roles and hiring employees from ethnic minority backgrounds from its 2024 an...[+1720 chars] 2025-03-17T14:02:24 Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer Conservation District and AAG Unite to Modernize HR and Energize Collaboration https://apnews.com/press-release/ein-presswire-newsmatics/tina-cooper-texas-austin-13e4ffdbd4e08098917786a7ed780910 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/141330a/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1200x675+0+113/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2Fc6%2F08%2Fa9ecedb3aa252d4558d8be54ee4b%2F20076698d7624b1b95e0abed1b10c85b US en Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer Conservation District (BSEACD) joined forces with Austin Alliance Group to reimagine its human resources structure and enhance communication across the board. The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team (5B) framework is designed to inspire open dialogue, direct feedback, and constructive problem-solving. "New performance reviews and the 5Bs approach spark a fresh dynamic for organizational growth. 'Our team's success depends on strong internal processes and clear communication. Through this partnership...[+4356 chars]" 2025-03-17T14:00:02 Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (202 Conf 241216 GCP Diversity Policy (DEI) EN V2.0) (Grand City Properties SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Diversity_Equality_and_Inclusion_202_Conf_241216_GCP_Diversi https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/[] US en Grand City Property S.A. takes responsibility for shaping a better future within its company and towards external stakeholders. It has a Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Policy (DEI) for diversity, equality and inclusion. It is a leading European real estate company. )Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Policy (DEI)As a leading European real estate company, we at Grand City Property S. A. take responsibility for shaping a better future, both within our company and t...[+36 chars] 2025-03-17T13:52:00 Business Diary: Sustainability in focus https://www.irishnews.com/news/business/business-diary-receptionists-learners-and-apprentices-G4OQRLBSWBDRHLZ2WGTMTEQVXY https://www.irishnews.com/resizer/v2/6ECWESVONJGTLO63URLQGROEPM.jpg?smart=true&auth=aa84beb844862bb5826c13fe730267e7a802bb5053fc713b0ebbe04f95e96a68&width=1200&height=630 GB en The third annual Business Eye Sustainability & ESG Awards take place on May 15 at the Culloden Estate & Spa. The All-Ireland Heritage Skills Programme has launched a call for applications for the fourth year of the programme. Open College Network NI (OCN) launched its seventh annual Learning Endeavour Awards. OCN is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Charity Jobs NI is hosting a similar event. The third annual Business Eye Sustainability & ESG Awards take place on Thursday May 15 at the Culloden Estate & Spa, celebrating the companies and business leaders making a significant impact in sust...[+13708 chars] 2025-03-17T13:33:33 Diginex Signs MOU for Strategic Partnership, ADX Dual Listing and up to USD$250 Million capital injection with His Highness, Shaikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi's Royal family, for Acquisitions and Regional UAE and GCC Expansion via Nomas Global Investments LLC S.P.C, a solely owned SPV of His Highness Media Outreach Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/17/tmt-newswire/media-outreach-newswire/diginex-signs-mou-for-strategic-partnership-adx-dual-listing-and-up-to-usd250-million-capital-injection-with-his-highness-shaikh-mohammed-bin-sultan-bin-hamdan-al-nahyan-of-abu-dhabis-royal-family-for-acquisitions-and-regional-uae-and-gcc-expansion-via-nomas-global-investments-llc-spc-a-solely-owned-spv-of-his-highness/2074569 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/17/568550.png PH en Diginex Limited, an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance issues, has signed two MOUs to pursue a broad strategic partnership to facilitate its planned expansion in the United Arab Emirates and Gulf Cooperation Council region. It is planning a dual listing of the Company's ordinary shares on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and a planned capital raise of up to USD$250 million focused on large institutional investors based in the GCC. "LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 March 2025 - Diginex Limited (""Diginex"" or the ""Company"")(Nasdaq: DGNX) , an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and ...[+5549 chars]" 2025-03-17T13:30:00 Diginex Signs MOU for Strategic Partnership, ADX Dual Listing and up to USD$250 Million capital injection with His Highness, Shaikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi's Royal family Diginex Limited https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/mediaoutreach/2025/03/17/diginex-signs-mou-for-strategic-partnership-adx-dual-listing-and-up-to-usd250-million-capital-injection-with-his-highness-shaikh-mohammed-bin-sultan-bin-hamdan-al-nahyan-of-abu-dhabis-royal-family-for-acquisitions-and-regional-uae-and-gcc-expansion-via-nomas-global-investments-llc-spc-a-solely-owned-spv-of-his-highness/368531 https://www.malaymail.com/theme_malaymail/images/malaymail/og-image.png MY en Diginex is an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance issues. It has signed two MOUs to pursue a broad strategic partnership to facilitate its planned expansion in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf Cooperation Council region. This includes assisting the Company with a dual listing of the Company's ordinary shares on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and a planned capital raise of up to USD$250 million. "LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 March 2025 –, an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (""ESG"") issues, today announced the signing of tw...[+4699 chars]" 2025-03-17T13:20:07 Analysts Offer Insights on Real Estate Companies: Equinix (EQIX) and SL Green Realty (SLG) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/analysts-offer-insights-on-real-estate-companies-equinix-eqix-and-sl-green-realty-slg-1034484118 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Analysts have been eager to weigh in on the Real Estate sector with new ratings on Equinix (EQIX – Research Report) and SL Green Realty (SLG - Research Report). Jefferies analyst Peter Abramowitz initiated coverage with a Hold rating on SL Green Real Estate today. "Analysts have been eager to weigh in on the Real Estate sector with new ratings on Equinix (EQIX – Research Report) and SL Green Realty (SLG – Research Report). Light Up your Portfolio with Spark: Eas...[+1475 chars]" 2025-03-17T13:11:28 Enstar Group announces expiration, results of cash tender offer Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/enstar-group-announces-expiration-results-of-cash-tender-offer-1034484143 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Enstar Group announced the expiration and final results of its previously announced cash tender offer for any and all of the outstanding 5.750% Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Notes due 2040. The Tender Offer expired at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on March 14, 2025. Enstar expects to accept for purchase all Notes validly tendered and not validly withdrawn prior to the Expiration Time, including Notes delivered in accordance with the guaranteed delivery procedures. Enstar Group (ESGR) announced the expiration and final results of its previously announced cash tender offer for any and all of the outstanding 5.750% Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Notes due 20...[+1334 chars] 2025-03-17T13:00:43 X Rite Brings End to End Color Innovation to European Coatings Show (X-Rite Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/X_Rite_Brings_End_to_End_Color_Innovation_to_European_Coatin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/[] US en X-Rite Incorporated will present their latest color measurement and management innovations at the European Coatings Show. The paint and coatings industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental footprint and improve efficiency and reduce waste in order to deliver consistent, high-quality colors. ) X-Rite Brings End-to-End Color Innovation to European Coatings ShowX-Rite Incorporated, a global leader in color science and technology, will present their latest color measurement and management in...[+255 chars] 2025-03-17T12:54:47 UBS latest bank to tone down diversity in annual report Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/banking-fintech/ubs-latest-bank-to-ditch-diversity-goals-in-report/89021228 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/03/UBS.jpg?ver=630ec73d&fit=1200,799 CH en The Swiss bank's 2024 sustainability and annual reports omit references to 'DE&I' which stands for diversity, equity and inclusion. The previous year's reports mentioned that term 21 times, which was already a decline from a peak in the 2022 filings. European banks are increasingly affected by a growing global movement against diversity initiatives. "+ Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The Swiss bank's 2024 sustainability and annual reports, published Monday, omit references to 'DE&I,' which stands for diversity, equity an...[+1857 chars]" 2025-03-17T12:17:05 Climate Change Act lays foundation for SA's green economy Algoafm South Africa https://www.algoafm.co.za/domestic/climate-change-act-lays-foundation-for-sa-s-green-economy https://www.algoafm.co.za/images/cmsimages/main/climatechange-news-1742213721121476.jpg ZA en The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, says the gazetting of the Climate Change Act lays the foundation for a green economy that is resilient, inclusive, and future-focused. President Cyril Ramaphosa has proclaimed the Act. The Act is intended to enable the development of an effective climate change response and a transition to a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy and society for South Africa. However, the commencement of certain provisions has been deferred to a later date. "This article may contain graphic and/or adult content unsuitable for minors and sensitive readers. Pixabay The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, says the gazetting o...[+2369 chars]" 2025-03-17T12:11:22 Uwaleke calls for enhanced corporate governance to boost capital market Ifunanya Ndigwe https://businessday.ng/news/article/uwaleke-calls-for-enhanced-corporate-governance-to-boost-capital-market https://cdn.businessday.ng/2020/11/Untitled-design-2020-11-19T154848.089.png NG en Uche Uwaleke is a Professor of Capital Market at the Nasarawa State University, Keffi. He is also the President of the Capital Market Academics of Nigeria. He has called for enhanced corporate governance to boost the Nigerian capital market. "Uche Uwaleke, a Professor of Capital Market Uche Uwaleke, a Professor of Capital Market at the Nasarawa State University, Keffi, has called for enhanced corporate governance to further boost the Niger...[+1331 chars]" 2025-03-17T12:00:28 Acronis 2024 ESG Report Highlights a Year of Commitment to Sustainability Growth, Cybersecurity Leadership, and Social Impact Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/acronis-2024-esg-report-highlights-a-year-of-commitment-to-sustainability-growth-cybersecurity-leadership-and-social-impact https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/acronis-releases-2024-esg-report.png CA en Acronis released its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. In 2024, Acronis drove environmental efficiency growth and reinforced ESG initiatives to support partners, enhance cybersecurity, and contribute to a better future. The report details key initiatives, including efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, strengthen cybersecurity measures, and expand social programs. "Article content SHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Acronis, a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, released its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)...[+5385 chars]" 2025-03-17T12:00:00 Desjardins announces March and first quarter of 2025 cash distributions for some ETFs Français Desjardins Group https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/desjardins-announces-march-and-first-quarter-of-2025-cash-distributions-for-some-etfs-833065843.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) announced the March and first quarter of 2025 cash distributions for some of their ETFs listed on the TSX. Unitholders of record on March 24, 2025, will receive cash distributions payable for these ETFs on March 31, 2025. MONTREAL, March 17, 2025 /CNW/ - Desjardins Investment Inc. (DI), acting as manager for Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), today announced the March and first quarter of 2025 cash distributions ...[+4573 chars] 2025-03-17T12:00:00 WillScot Announces Modifications to Consent Solicitations to Amend its Senior Secured Notes Due 2029 and Senior Secured Notes due 2031 JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/willscot-announces-modifications-to-consent-solicitations-to-amend-its-senior-secured-notes-due-2029-and/article_32f42641-4dac-548b-8d3f-04f19a2e0a70.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en WillScot Holdings Corporation (Nasdaq: WSC) is a leader in innovative temporary space solutions. It is amending the Consent Solicitations of its indirect subsidiary, Williams Scotsman, Inc. (WSI). WSI is soliciting consents from holders of its existing 6.625% Senior Secured Notes due 2029 and 7.375% Senior secured notes due 2031 as of March 11, 2025. PHOENIX, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WillScot Holdings Corporation ('WillScot' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: WSC), a leader in innovative temporary space solutions, today announced it is amending t...[+1115 chars] 2025-03-17T12:00:00 Acronis 2024 ESG Report Highlights a Year of Commitment to Sustainability Growth, Cybersecurity Leadership, and Social Impact JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/acronis-2024-esg-report-highlights-a-year-of-commitment-to-sustainability-growth-cybersecurity-leadership-and/article_bdf62ec9-0e89-5379-9207-04d3de6f92c9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en In 2024, Acronis drove environmental efficiency growth and reinforced ESG initiatives to support partners, enhance cybersecurity, and contribute to a better future. The report details key initiatives, including efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, strengthen cybersecurity measures, and expand social programs. SHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Acronis, a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, released its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. In 2024...[+575 chars] 2025-03-17T11:35:30 Digi Power X announces Nasdaq ticker symbol change Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/digi-power-x-announces-nasdaq-ticker-symbol-change-1034483387 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en "Digi Power X's stock ticker symbol on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange will change from DGHI to 'DGXX' effective as of market open on March 18, 2025. The Shares will continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol ""DGX""." Digi Power X (DGXX) announced the Company's stock ticker symbol on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange will change from ' DGHI ' to 'DGXX' effective as of market open on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. As a result of ...[+725 chars] 2025-03-17T11:34:52 Digi Power X Announces Nasdaq Ticker Symbol Change to DGXX Globe Newswire https://www.woodstocksentinelreview.com/globe-newswire/digi-power-x-announces-nasdaq-ticker-symbol-change-to-dgxx https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM5NTA3MSM2ODA3NzUwIzIxOTUwMTQ= CA en "Digi Power X Inc. is an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge data centers. The Company's stock ticker symbol on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange will change from 'DGHI' to 'DGXX' effective as of market open on March 18, 2025. The Shares will continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol ""DGX.""" "Article content MIAMI, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Digi Power X Inc. (' Digi Power X ' or the ' Company ') (Nasdaq: DGHI, DGXX / TSXV: DGX), an innovative energy infrastructure company that deve...[+554 chars]" 2025-03-17T11:32:57 Digi Power X Announces Nasdaq Ticker Symbol Change to DGXX Digi Power X Inc https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/financial-markets-70cb3e859d7db03ff0aed5d538e0b82b https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Digi Power X Inc.'s stock ticker symbol on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange will change from DGHI to DGXX effective as of market open on March 18, 2025. The Shares will continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol 'DGX'. MIAMI, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digi Power X Inc. ('Digi Power X' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGHI, DGXX / TSXV: DGX), an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge d...[+5787 chars] 2025-03-17T11:31:56 Digi Power X Announces Nasdaq Ticker Symbol Change to DGXX Digi Power X Inc. https://www.eagletribune.com/region/digi-power-x-announces-nasdaq-ticker-symbol-change-to-dgxx/article_0bdc7b93-1348-5e25-ab86-3213b68b419c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Digi Power X Inc. is an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge data centers. The Company's stock ticker symbol on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange will change from DGHI to DGXX effective on March 18, 2025. The Shares will continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol DGX. MIAMI, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digi Power X Inc. ('Digi Power X' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGHI, DGXX / TSXV: DGX), an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge d...[+531 chars] 2025-03-17T11:16:00 Skanska publishes Annual and Sustainability Report 2024: Solid performance and strong financial position PR Newswire https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/skanska-publishes-annual-sustainability-report-111600908.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/504a00ee6d8f22ac4e3e56139eac1016 US en Skanska has published its Annual and Sustainability Report for 2024. The report includes financial statements and an overall summary of Skanska's performance of the year. For the company, 2024 was characterized by yet another year of solid delivery in its Construction business stream. Sales increased on gradually recovering markets in Project Development and we added two more properties in our high-quality office property portfolio in Investment Properties. Board of Directors propose a dividend of SEK 8.00 per share (5.50). Skanski continues to make progress on its sustainability targets in 2024. STOCKHOLM, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Skanska has published its Annual and Sustainability Report for 2024, including a version in European Single Electronic Format (ESEF). The report, which is att...[+2588 chars] 2025-03-17T11:10:05 Firms must prepare for climate change, those who wait will scramble to adjust: Ravi Menon Chin Hui Shan https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/firms-must-prepare-for-climate-change-those-who-wait-will-scramble-to-adjust-ravi-menon https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/18b770f88ca268a44471570306431214c9cadda5a0ddaa9320476fe3a001abf1 SG en Singapore's ambassador for climate action Ravi Menon warned about the risks that climate change will pose to businesses. He urged businesses to prepare their own transition plans despite the current political headwinds. Singapore is staying the course on climate action, having committed to reduce emissions to between 45 million and 50 million tonnes by 2035. "Singapore's ambassador for climate action Ravi Menon warned about risks that climate change will pose to businesses. ST PHOTO: DESMOND WEE Firms must prepare for climate change, those who wait will sc...[+7633 chars]" 2025-03-17T11:09:03 SL Green Realty (SLG) Gets a Buy from Piper Sandler Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sl-green-realty-slg-gets-a-buy-from-piper-sandler-1034483182 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Piper Sandler analyst Alexander Goldfarb maintained a Buy rating on SL Green Realty and set a price target of $90.00. The company's shares closed last Friday at $56.75. Evercore ISI upgraded the stock to a Buy with a $73.00 price target. "Piper Sandler analyst Alexander Goldfarb maintained a Buy rating on SL Green Realty (SLG – Research Report) today and set a price target of $90.00. The company's shares closed last Friday at $56.75. L...[+1184 chars]" 2025-03-17T11:08:41 SDGs must be integrated into development plansFG Vanguard https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4192541/sdgs-must-be-integrated-into-development-plans-fg.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Moves to Fast-Track Implementation at All Levels. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) must be integrated into national and sub-national development plans. Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire underscored this need during the SSAP-SDGs. Moves to Fast-Track Implementation at All Levels By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJAThe Federal Government has emphasized that achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) requires their full integrati...[+310 chars] 2025-03-17T11:00:00 ESG Outlook: Sphera's Scott Lehmann on Integrating Sustainability Into Business Strategies Lauren Parker https://finance.yahoo.com/news/esg-outlook-sphera-scott-lehmann-110000856.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/sourcing_journal_735/d89216d3316d5b0cc1bc62825d4d40cc US en Scott Lehmann is the VP of product management at Sphera, a company that provides integrated sustainability and operational risk management software and consulting services. He explains why proactive risk management is no longer optional for businesses. Sourcing Journal's discussion series, ESG Outlook, features industry executives. ESG Outlook is Sourcing Journal's discussion series with industry executives to get their take on their company's latest environmental, social and governance initiatives and their own personal efforts...[+9403 chars] 2025-03-17T10:53:00 FGV's Talent Management Strategy Strengthens Economic Growth, Community Development BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/news.php?id=2403093 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/595665a9a6eeb92f7ab715a08132631c67d78eb0619b8-medium MY en FGV participated in 23 career fairs nationwide in 2024 and established partnerships with organisations such as the Johor Talent Development Council to strengthen its talent pipeline. FGV's talent management strategy is closely linked to its sustainability commitments and efforts to drive community development. The company's scholarship programme has supported 121 scholars since its inception in 2006. "GENERAL As part of its strategic talent development efforts, FGV has implemented various initiatives to build a strong pipeline of skilled workers, integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (E...[+2168 chars]" 2025-03-17T10:16:49 ASGN's (NYSE:ASGN) earnings growth rate lags the 16% CAGR delivered to shareholders Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/asgns-nyse-asgn-earnings-growth-101649568.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/d43968f232f0a675f3e0acde96f52fef US en ASGN Incorporated (NYSE:ASGN) has shed US$155m from its market cap this week. The share price dropped 22% in the last quarter, but the returns over the last five years have been very strong. ASGN grew its earnings per share at 7.2% a year, whereas the share price grew at 16%. The market has a higher opinion of ASGN now than it did five years ago. The market itself is up 11%. ASGN Incorporated (NYSE:ASGN) shareholders might be concerned after seeing the share price drop 22% in the last quarter. But that doesn't change the fact that the returns over the last five years have...[+3267 chars] 2025-03-17T10:15:48 EOG Resources price target lowered to $125 from $134 at Citi Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/eog-resources-price-target-lowered-to-125-from-134-at-citi-1034482915 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Citi has lowered the price target on EOG Resources to $125 from $134 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm updated oil and gas exploration models post the Q4 reports and has updated its valuation of the shares to reflect the new information. "Citi lowered the firm's price target on EOG Resources (EOG) to $125 from $134 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm updated oil and gas exploration models post the Q4 reports. Light Up yo...[+253 chars]" 2025-03-17T10:15:33 EQT Corporation price target raised to $60 from $51 at Citi Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/eqt-corporation-price-target-raised-to-60-from-51-at-citi-1034482917 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Citi analyst Scott Gruber raised the firm's price target on EQT Corporation to $60 from $51 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm updated oil and gas exploration models post the Q4 reports and raised the price target. Citi analyst Scott Gruber raised the firm's price target on EQT Corporation (EQT) to $60 from $51 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm updated oil and gas exploration models post the Q4 repo...[+269 chars] 2025-03-17T10:05:10 UK Drive: Audi's S5 Avant combines performance and practicality Jack Evans https://www.expressandstar.com/news/motors/2025/03/17/uk-drive-audis-s5-avant-combines-performance-and-practicality https://resizer.nationalworld.com/d711a9a6-1f83-4bfe-9df7-02fa4498efd5.jpg?tr=w-1200 GB en Audi's new S5 is a petrol-powered estate car with mild hybrid assistance. It has a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 engine with 362bhp and 550Nm of torque, driven via quattro all-wheel-drive system and a seven-speed automatic gearbox. It goes from zero to 60mph in 4.3 seconds and has a limited top speed of 155mph. Economy is up to 35.8mpg and CO2 emissions of 179g/km. The launch edition of the S5 Avant costs £355. Audi has always had a reputation for creating capable, usable and rather understated performance estate cars. Look back through its history and you'll see the years peppered with 'wagons' which offer ...[+4838 chars] 2025-03-17T10:01:56 Vietnam needs decisive action to achieve net zero goal Vietnam Economic News https://ven.congthuong.vn/vietnam-needs-decisive-action-to-achieve-net-zero-goal-56954.html https://ven.congthuong.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/032025/17/17/in_social/net-zero20250317170101.jpg?randTime=1742207116 VN en Vietnam is working towards the net zero emission goal by 2050. Many people still don't fully understand the concept of net zero and how to implement it. Public education and raising awareness about net zero must continue to be prioritised. Each locality should develop an emissions reduction roadmap suitable for its conditions. "Vietnam is working towards the net zero emission goal by 2050. A major goal like net zero requires the participation of the entire society. It is a fact that despite the significant benefits net zero ...[+2687 chars]" 2025-03-17T09:45:10 UBS Purges DEI From Annual Report Amid Trump's Backlash Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/ubs-purges-dei-from-annual-report-amid-trumps-backlash/89020737 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/wp-content/uploads/swissinfo-theme/swi-fallback-featured-image.jpg?ver=1741691099 CH en UBS Group AG's annual report no longer mentions 'DE&I' which stands for diversity, equity and inclusion. The previous year's reports mentioned that term 21 times. European banks are increasingly affected by a growing global movement against diversity initiatives. Several US financial institutions have already retreated from DEI efforts. (Bloomberg) — UBS Group AG's annual report no longer refers to a key sustainability term that has come under attack from the Trump administration, indicating how the backlash is impacting European fir...[+1716 chars] 2025-03-17T09:41:43 Shareholders Reject PZ Cussons $34.3m Debt-to-Equity Proposal Dipo Olowookere https://businesspost.ng/economy/shareholders-reject-pz-cussons-34-3m-debt-to-equity-proposal https://businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/PZ-Cussons.jpg NG en The board of PZ Cussons is frustrated in its plans to convert N51.8 billion of debt into equity. The company owes PZCussons (Holdings) Limited about $34.3 million. In June 2022, PZCH gave its Nigerian subsidiary a loan of $40.26 million to settle foreign currency payables for raw materials and operational costs due to the ongoing forex scarcity. "By Dipo Olowookere Plans by the board of carry out a debt-to-equity conversion exercise have again been frustrated by minority shareholders. In a notice to the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited over the...[+3257 chars]" 2025-03-17T09:38:00 Over USD 900 million mobilized to accelerate the clean energy transition at the 2025 SEforALL Global Forum PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/over-usd-900-million-mobilized-to-accelerate-the-clean-energy-transition-at-the-2025-seforall-global-forum-124680.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/hung/032025/18/11/croped/seforall-global-forum20250318113826.9488190.jpg?randTime=1742274046 VN en The SEforALL Global Forum has witnessed groundbreaking commitments totalling over USD 900 million to scale energy access and drive the clean energy transition. Key global partners announced initiatives aimed at accelerating clean energy investments and promoting sustainable development worldwide. The IKEA Foundation pledged over €11 million to ZE-Gen, an initiative replacing fossil fuel generators with renewable alternatives across sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia and the Indo-Pacific region. The European Union committed $20 million to deploy mini-grids in Sierra Leone. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+6988 chars] 2025-03-17T09:30:44 SL Green Realty upgraded to Outperform from In Line at Evercore ISI Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sl-green-realty-upgraded-to-outperform-from-in-line-at-evercore-isi-1034482789 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Evercore ISI upgraded SL Green Realty (SLG) to Outperform from In Line with a price target of $73, down from $74. The shares have dropped nearly 16% in 2025. Midtown Manhattan remains the strongest office market in the country with companies seeking high quality space. Evercore ISI upgraded SL Green Realty (SLG) to Outperform from In Line with a price target of $73, down from $74. The shares have dropped nearly 16% in 2025, underperforming both the office sector and...[+601 chars] 2025-03-17T09:28:58 SGTC and CHCC Capital Launch a Carbon Neutrality Fund to Drive Global Emissions Reduction Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/17/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/sgtc-and-chcc-capital-launch-a-carbon-neutrality-fund-to-drive-global-emissions-reduction/2074244 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en Singapore Treasure Carbon Tech Pte. Ltd. (SGTC) and CHCC Capital have jointly launched a fund that will invest in international carbon credit assets compliant with Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. The fund aims to support the development of carbon markets in Singapore and across Asia, accelerating the global decarbonization process. "SHANGHAI , March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore Treasure Carbon Tech Pte. Ltd. (SGTC) and CHCC Capital ( Singapore ) Pte. Ltd. have jointly launched a fund that will invest in international carbon...[+3594 chars]" 2025-03-17T09:25:05 EastGroup Properties downgraded to In Line from Outperform at Evercore ISI Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/eastgroup-properties-downgraded-to-in-line-from-outperform-at-evercore-isi-1034482799 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en EastGroup Properties (EGP) has outperformed the real estate investment trust sector in 2025 with a 12% gain. Evercore ISI has downgraded EGP to In Line from Outperform with a price target of $185. The implied share upside is limited based on the stock's $180 closing price on Friday. Evercore ISI analyst Steve Sakwa downgraded EastGroup Properties (EGP) to In Line from Outperform with a price target of $185, up from $181. The shares have substantially outperformed the real estate ...[+489 chars] 2025-03-17T09:09:18 Should You Investigate Experian plc (LON:EXPN) At UK£35.44? Simply Wall St https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/investigate-experian-plc-lon-expn-090918268.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/51efc4c16661a09e764445427d52ecc6 US en Experian plc (LON:EXPN) saw significant share price movement during recent months on the LSE, rising to highs of UK£40.07 and falling to UK£34.26. According to Simply Wall St's valuation model, Experian seems to be fairly priced at around 3.8% below its intrinsic value. The company's earnings over the next few years are expected to increase by 51%. This should lead to more robust cash flows, feeding into a higher share value. Experian plc (LON:EXPN) saw significant share price movement during recent months on the LSE, rising to highs of UK£40.07 and falling to the lows of UK£34.26. Some share price movements can give inves...[+3425 chars] 2025-03-17T09:00:00 Texas Republicans want to curb shareholder lawsuits, like the one that blocked Elon Musk's $50B check Benjamin Wermund https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/texas-republicans-want-to-curb-shareholder-lawsuits-like-the-one-that-blocked-elon-musk-s-50b-check/ar-AA1B44XX US en Elon Musk moved Tesla and SpaceX to Texas after a Delaware judge blocked a more than $50 billion pay package for the Tesla CEO last year. Texas Republicans are pushing legislation that would make it next to impossible for shareholders to file lawsuits in Texas against publicly traded companies. The legislation would insulate corporate directors and officers from most shareholder claims brought in the state's new business courts unless it could be proven that they committed fraud or knowingly broke the law. It would also shield executive's emails, texts and other communications from shareholder inspection. "Elon Musk began moving his companies to Texas after a Delaware judge blocked a more than $50 billion pay package for the Tesla CEO last year. Now Texas Republicans, who have welcomed the billionaire w...[+6307 chars]" 2025-03-17T09:00:00 Money Managers Face New Litmus Tests in Quest to Secure Mandates Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/money-managers-face-new-litmus-tests-in-quest-to-secure-mandates/89020596 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/wp-content/uploads/swissinfo-theme/swi-fallback-featured-image.jpg?ver=1741691099 CH en Pension funds in northern Europe are considering pulling their American mandates from US asset managers because of climate change concerns. Lawyers advising hedge funds say their clients are dropping oil exclusions in order to hold on to mandates from state investors, like Texas. State Street Global Advisors has already lost mandates from pension funds in the UK and Scandinavia after retreating from its climate commitments. AkademikerPension pulled a $480 million mandate from State Street. "(Bloomberg) — Money managers are struggling to adapt to an evolving political reality in which the business they covet comes with a lot of new strings attached. A number of pension funds in northern E...[+5303 chars]" 2025-03-17T08:53:45 Green success for Roythornes' Operations Director Mark Dodds https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/business/green-success-for-roythornes-operations-director-5036665 https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmQ2Y2I5MmUwLTU0NDMtNDJlZS04NzI0LWRkMTRkNWQwNmUzNDphN2Q5NjgwYy0wZDg3LTRiYjktYWM5Yy05MmFiOGExZjJkOTk=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Roythornes Operations Director Ann Barrasso was crowned 'Green Leader' at the East Midlands Leadership Awards last week. Ann was recognised due to her leadership of the lawyers Sustainability programme and her enthusiasm in bringing the whole firm together towards a common goal. The award follows on from being shortlisted for 'Best Sustainable Strategy' in the National Legal 500 ESG awards earlier this year. "Leading lawyers Roythornes are celebrating yet another 'green' achievement as Operations Director Ann Barrasso was crowned 'Green Leader' at the East Midlands Leadership Awards last week. The awards r...[+1277 chars]" 2025-03-17T08:01:10 Science Group renews push for board shakeup at Ricardo Reuters https://www.yahoo.com/news/science-group-renews-push-board-080110374.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en Science Group's call to replace the chair and two other directors at British consulting firm Ricardo was rejected last week. Science Group currently holds over 15% stake in Ricardo. Ricardo forecast its full-year 2024/25 results to fall below the consensus expectation, weighed down by order delays and macro uncertainties. "(Reuters) - Science Group on Monday reiterated the need for board changes at British consulting firm Ricardo after its call to replace the chair and two other directors was rejected last week. The UK-...[+638 chars]" 2025-03-17T08:00:32 Appaloosa Statement Regarding SES Announcement Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/appaloosa-statement-regarding-ses-announcement/article_bec5dae0-1d98-5ded-aba8-8f48e069438d.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Appaloosa LP manages funds holding a more than 7% economic interest in SES S.A. Appaloosa issues a statement in response to the SES Board of Directors' March 14, 2025 announcement. . The Company's statement is in reply to the Board's announcement. Appaloosa LP ('Appaloosa'), which manages funds holding a more than 7% economic interest in SES S.A. ('SES' or the 'Company'), today issued the following statement in response to the SES Board of Dire...[+49 chars] 2025-03-17T07:52:54 Tokyo Electron is rated as Low risk by Sustainalytics ESG Risk Rating (TEL - Tokyo Electron Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Tokyo_Electron_is_rated_as_Low_risk_by_Sustainalytics_ESG_Ri https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0MQKLUkAUf8/0.jpg US en Tokyo Electron is assessed at Low risk of experiencing material financial impacts from ESG factors as of 2025. Tokyo Electron's mission is to contribute to the development of a dream-inspiring society through its leading-edge technologies and reliable service and support. )As of 2025, Tokyo Electron (TEL) continues to be assessed at Low risk of experiencing material financial impacts from ESG factors.Sustainalytics ESG Risk Ratings is an ESG (Environment, Social, Gover...[+180 chars] 2025-03-17T07:42:55 Why corporate ESG strategies must include green transportation Abhinav Kalia https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/why-corporate-esg-strategies-must-include-green-transportation/119106698 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-119106698,imgsize-7334,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etauto/industry/why-corporate-esg-strategies-must-include-green-transportation.jpg IN en Corporate transport is a major contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Businesses need to revaluate their mobility strategies and adopt permanent transport solutions. Green mobility options, such as electric vehicles (EVs), require interaction with shared transport and public transport services to reach out and meet this need. "The debate around environmental, social and governance ( ESG ) strategies is gaining significant momentum in the commercial framework and consequently companies are now considered not only on their fi...[+6556 chars]" 2025-03-17T07:01:19 Good news: ESG funds are cheaper Joachim Klement https://klementoninvesting.substack.com/p/good-news-esg-funds-are-cheaper https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F20a9c4f7-7137-4890-b2c9-58ae07e104c9_676x326.png US en Aaron Black and Julian Kölbel studied 44,220 share classes of equity funds registered for sale in the US between 2011 and mid-2024. About 1,600 of these share classes were ESG fund share classes. They found that ESG funds are on average cheaper than non-ESG funds and have higher returns. Last week, I wrote a depressing post pretty much every day of the week. To make it up to my readers, I decided to focus on good news stories this week and I'll start with some good news that I found g...[+2481 chars] 2025-03-17T07:00:21 "In an open letter, about 100 EU companies urge lawmakers to take ""radical action"" to cut reliance on foreign Big Tech by fostering a so-called ""Euro stack"" (Natasha Lomas/TechCrunch)" Techmeme https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4192024/in-an-open-letter-about-100-eu-companies-urge-lawmakers-to-take-radical-action-t.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en In an open letter, about 100 EU companies urge lawmakers to take radical action to cut reliance on foreign Big Tech by fostering a so-called Euro stack. The coalition is drawn from across the ranks of Europe's tech industry and it is calling for radical action. Natasha Lomas / TechCrunch:In an open letter, about 100 EU companies urge lawmakers to take radical action to cut reliance on foreign Big Tech by fostering a so-called Euro stackA broad coalition draw...[+110 chars] 2025-03-17T06:53:54 Azam J Chowdhury to raise his stake in Green Delta Star Business Report https://www.thedailystar.net/business/news/azam-j-chowdhury-raise-his-stake-green-delta-3850396 https://tds-images.thedailystar.net/sites/default/files/styles/social_share/public/images/2025/03/17/azam_j_chowdhury.jpg BD en Azam J Chowdhury, chairman of East Coast Group, is increasing his stake in Green Delta Insurance by purchasing shares from a sponsor of the same company. He will acquire 5.93 lakh shares from M Muhibur Rahman in the block market at the prevailing market price within the next 30 days. "Azam J Chowdhury, chairman of East Coast Group, is increasing his stake in Green Delta Insurance by purchasing shares from a sponsor of the same company. He will acquire 5.93 lakh shares from M Muhibu...[+535 chars]" 2025-03-17T06:41:01 Alwasail plans to disclose financials quarterly Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1797811 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/ad1d73ec-276d-49b1-9f35-3fbdf6259c24.png SA en Alwasail Industrial Co. intends to disclose its financial statements on a quarterly basis starting from the first quarter of 2025. The decision comes in line with best disclosure and governance practices and Article 91 of the Corporate Governance Regulations regarding the implementation of effective governance. "Alwasail Industrial Co. intends to disclose its financial statements on a quarterly basis, starting from the first quarter of 2025, the company said in a filing to Tadawul, today, March 17. The decisi...[+179 chars]" 2025-03-17T06:34:21 JMG champions energy efficiency The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4191974/jmg-champions-energy-efficiency.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en JMG Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to driving energy efficiency, infrastructure development and technological advancements that aligned with global sustainability goals. The company stated this during the commemoration of Solar during the ceremony of JMG Limited's association with JMG Energy Company. JMG Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to driving energy efficiency, infrastructure development, and technological advancements that aligned with global sustainability goals. The company stated thi...[+115 chars] 2025-03-17T06:34:21 NEITI calls for more women in extractive sector The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4191966/neiti-calls-for-more-women-in-extractive-sector.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has called for gender inclusivity in the policy making positions in the extractive industry to enhance the principles of fairness and unlock the potentials of the industry. NEITI calls for more women in extractive sector. The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has called for gender inclusivity in the policy making positions in the extractive industry to enhance the principles of fairness and ...[+137 chars] 2025-03-17T06:30:57 South Africa: Here's How We Can Move to Renewable Energy in a Just Way Robert Krause https://allafrica.com/stories/202503170059.html https://cdn.allafrica.com/static/images/structure/aa-logo-rgba-no-text-square.png ZA en As part of its obligation to address the climate crisis, the South African government committed to implementing a just energy transition. Mining companies have a legal obligation to undertake community development projects as part of their mining rights. The Centre for Applied Legal Studies is working with a community organisation called the Sekhukhune Combined Mining Affected Communities (SCMAC) to research the viability of a social ownership project in Burgersfort, Limpopo. SCMAC proposes a grid-tied mini solar farm installed at a central point in the community. "Mining companies could fulfil their social obligations by investing in these projects As part of its obligation to address the climate crisis, the South African government has committed to implementin...[+4834 chars]" 2025-03-17T06:24:12 EITI urges Govt. to show how money from extractive sector is being used Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/03/17/eiti-urges-govt-to-show-how-money-from-extractive-sector-is-being-used https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/03/EITI-logo-150x150.jpg GY en The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) has called on Guyana to show how the revenues generated from the extractive industries are used. The EITI Board approved Guyana's application to join the organization on 25th October, 2017. The Natural Resource Fund (NRF) Act states that the money from the petroleum sector should be used only to finance national development priorities and essential projects. "EITI urges Govt. to show how money from extractive sector is being used Kaieteur News- The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) has called on Guyana to show how revenues generated from...[+3792 chars]" 2025-03-17T04:52:19 Exchange Publishes Listing Committee Report 2024 (HKEX - Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Exchange_Publishes_Listing_Committee_Report_2024_HKEX_Stock_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OfrtvQc33kA/0.jpg US en The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the Exchange) published today (Monday) its Listing Committee Report for 2024. The Report focuses on enhancing the Exchange's market quality, improving the efficiency and certainty of the listing process, while maintaining investor protection standards. )The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the Exchange), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX), published today (Monday) its Listing Committee Report for 2024, w...[+214 chars] 2025-03-17T04:52:19 2024 Corporate Governance Statement (Scentre Group) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/2024_Corporate_Governance_Statement_Scentre_Group https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/[] US en 2024 Corporate Governance StatementConnecting andenriching communities is issued by Scentre Group Limited ABN 66 001 671 496 and Centre Management Ltd ABN 41 001 670 579 as responsible entity of Scentres Group Trust 1 ARSN 090 )2024Corporate GovernanceStatementConnecting andenriching communitiesThis statement is issued byScentre Group Limited ABN 66 001 671 496Scentre Management Limited ABN 41 001 670 579 as responsible ent...[+37 chars] 2025-03-17T04:45:29 Japan's Sapporo needs to be more transparent on real estate sales, board candidate says Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/japans-sapporo-needs-more-transparent-044529070.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/36f7e67d31714366df7023d0b60c71bb US en Paul Brough is a former independent director at Toshiba and a nominee of Singapore-based 3D Investment Partners. 3D has increased its stake in Sapporo to more than 19%. Sapporo has received proposals from more than 10 companies regarding capital injections into its real estate business. The company is due to hold its annual shareholders meeting on March 28. TOKYO (Reuters) - Beer manufacturer Sapporo Holdings Ltd needs to be more transparent about its plans to divest some of its substantial real estate holdings, said a board candidate backed by the Japan...[+1631 chars] 2025-03-17T04:20:06 FG Rallies Stakeholders to Fast-track SDGs Implementation to Tackle Poverty Thisday https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4191575/fg-rallies-stakeholders-to-fasttrack-sdgs-implementation-to-tackle-poverty.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The federal government has emphasised the need for stakeholders to intensify efforts towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. It was as the result of the report by James Emejo in Abuja that the government has called for the intensifying efforts. "James Emejo in Abuja The federal government has emphasised the need for stakeholders to intensify efforts towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.That was as the Cl...[+28 chars]" 2025-03-17T04:09:41 PZ Cussons shareholders block N51bn debt-to-equity swap Daily Trust https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4191430/pz-cussons-shareholders-block-n51bn-debttoequity-swap.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc's minority shareholders voted against conversion of $34.26m of outstanding intercompany loan amount owed by the company to its parent company PZCH into equity. The decision was made at PZCN's Extraordinary General Meeting held on March 13, 2025. PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc has disclosed that its minority shareholders voted against the conversion of $34.26m (equivalent to N51.79bn) of the outstanding intercompany loan amount owed by the company to ...[+192 chars] 2025-03-17T04:05:00 Parent plans Rs 5,000-cr IPO for INOX Clean Energy Press Trust https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/ipos/fpos/parent-plans-rs-5000-cr-ipo-for-inox-clean-energy/articleshow/119093547.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119093558,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-562714,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en INOX Clean Energy will be the fifth entity of the $12 billion group to be listed on the domestic stock exchanges. INOXGFL Group is planning to take INOX Clean Energy public, aiming to raise 10-15% from the public at a valuation of $50,000 crore. "New Delhi: INOXGFL Group is planning to list INOX Clean Energy on the domestic stock exchanges in the upcoming financial year and garner ₹5,000 crore from the issue, sources said. INOX Clean Energy wi...[+360 chars]" 2025-03-17T03:49:18 FG Rallies Stakeholders to Fast-track SDGs Implementation to Tackle Poverty This Day https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/FG_Rallies_Stakeholders_to_Fasttrack_SDGs_Implementation_to_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7W4QSi0GiWo/0.jpg US en The federal government has emphasised the need for stakeholders to intensify efforts towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030 as the country continues to take bold, ambitious, accelerated, just and transformative actions to fast-track the SDGs' achievement. Nigeria | 34 minutes agoJames Emejo in AbujaThe federal government has emphasised the need for stakeholders to intensify efforts towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by ...[+147 chars] 2025-03-17T02:54:06 Expert to unveil new corporate governance model at public lecture on March 20 Guardian Nigeria https://guardian.ng/news/expert-to-unveil-new-corporate-governance-model-at-public-lecture-on-march-20 https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Fabian-Ajogwu-SAN.jpg NG en Prof. Fabian Ajogwu (SAN) is set to unveil a practical corporate governance model at his upcoming public lecture scheduled for March 20, 2025, at the Lagos Business School. The AFG model is designed to help organisations and societies rethink governance in a way that balances business objectives with ethical and sustainable impact. A corporate governance expert, Prof. Fabian Ajogwu (SAN), is set to unveil a practical corporate governance model at his upcoming public lecture scheduled for March 20, 2025, at the Lagos Business Sch...[+1258 chars] 2025-03-17T02:00:11 Here're NGX major laggards this year Iheanyi Nwachukwu https://businessday.ng/markets/article/herere-ngx-major-laggards-this-year https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/The-Nigerian-Exchange-Group-NGX-Group-has-launched-NGX-Invest-a-digital-platform-designed-to-streamline-public-offerings-and-rights-issues-in-the-Nigerian-1.jpg NG en Nigeria's stock market has risen 3.20 percent in 2025, but the market would have shown more positives if not for the performance of some laggards this year. Insurance and oil & gas stocks have remained under pressure, leading the league of major draggers this year on the Nigerian Bourse. "Nigeria's stock market has risen 3.20 percent in 2025, but the market would have shown more positives if not for the performance of some laggards this year. Specifically, insurance and oil & gas stock...[+4794 chars]" 2025-03-17T01:52:49 American Capitalism Faces Challenges Amid Economic and Social Shifts support101@QUE.com https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/american-capitalism-faces-challenges-amid-economic-and-social-shifts/ar-AA1B2Ych US en The traditional model of American capitalism is under increasing pressure due to economic disparities, technological disruptions, and shifting societal expectations. Modern society demands greater responsibility from businesses. The rise of technology giants and automation has complicated the landscape for American capitalism. Policymakers and businesses play crucial roles in shaping the future of capitalism. As the world evolves with new technological advancements and social changes, the traditional model of American capitalism is under increasing scrutiny and pressure. These challenges stem from various ...[+3467 chars] 2025-03-17T01:30:00 Here's how we can move to renewable energy in a just way Robert Krause https://groundup.org.za/article/community-ownership-could-ensure-a-just-transition-to-renewable-energy https://groundup.org.za/media/_versions/images/Third%20Party/community_ownership_extra_large.jpeg ZA en As part of its obligation to address the climate crisis, the South African government has committed to implementing a just energy transition. Shifting away from fossil fuels towards clean, renewable energy could be of huge benefit to mining-affected communities. However, the government and the private sector have interpreted a just transition to mean the privatisation of energy. There is an alternative: democratically managed production, distribution and consumption of energy to meet social needs. As part of its obligation to address the climate crisis, the South African government has committed to implementing a just energy transition, while supporting social development and economic growth. S...[+4413 chars] 2025-03-17T01:05:42 Shaw and Partners Reaffirms Their Buy Rating on NexGen Energy Ltd. Shs Chess Depository Interests repr 1 shs (NXG) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/shaw-and-partners-reaffirms-their-buy-rating-on-nexgen-energy-ltd-shs-chess-depository-interests-repr-1-shs-nxg-1034481605 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Shaw and Partners analyst Andrew Hines maintained a Buy rating on NexGen Energy Ltd. today and set a price target of A$14.40. The company's shares opened today at A$7.38. According to TipRanks, Hines is an analyst with an average return of -7.0% and a 33.33% success rate. Shaw and Partners analyst Andrew Hines maintained a Buy rating on NexGen Energy Ltd. Shs Chess Depository Interests repr 1 shs (NXG – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$14.40. The comp...[+596 chars] 2025-03-17T00:45:39 Here's Why We're Watching Talga Group's (ASX:TLG) Cash Burn Situation Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-were-watching-talga-004539781.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/3eb1acfa01a97be66f224c62f2ff60fd US en Talga Group (ASX:TLG) has a negative free cash flow of AU$32m. In December 2024, Talga Group had AU$18m in cash and was debt-free. Its revenue from operations was AU$158k in the last year. Its cash burn is about 17% of its AU$187m market capitalisation. The company has reduced its cash burn by 31% in a year. However, the company's shareholders would be diluted if it needed to raise more cash to cover its annual cash burn. There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, biotech and mining exploration companies often lose money for years before finding success with a new ...[+3961 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Why Companies Should Embrace Strategic ESG Over Tactical Approaches Mahmood Mirza https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/03/17/the-long-term-view-why-companies-should-embrace-strategic-esg-over-tactical-approaches https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67d43f2296d44496c2b6223b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Mahmood Mirza is the founder of Fiduciam Global Consulting. He believes in long-term ESG strategy and return on sustainability investment (ROSI) framework developed by NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business to drive sustainable growth, enhance financial performance and create lasting value for stakeholders. "Mahmood Mirza is the founder of Fiduciam Global Consulting. In the rapidly evolving business landscape, environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations are no longer just a trend—they are a ...[+6400 chars]" 2025-03-17T00:00:00 States Ramping Up Regulations Amid Federal Pullback Mary Foley https://www.forbes.com/sites/maryfoley/2025/03/17/states-ramping-up-regulations-amid-federal-pullback https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c210b7a548b1825351719f/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en As the federal government pulls back, some states in the U.S. are filling the sustainability void. Colorado introduced a bill that would require companies that do business in the state with over $1 billion in revenue to report their greenhouse gas emissions. California became the first state to set its own climate-related standards. Many companies currently design their global sustainability reporting and compliance practices in alignment with the toughest requirements in place across the jurisdictions in which they operate. By now, it should be abundantly clear to anyone following trends in the landscape of wider sustainability related regulation, that the United States federal government is not going to be the driver fo...[+4857 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Equity Story: A Picture Worth A Thousand Words Cody Slach https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinessdevelopmentcouncil/2025/03/17/equity-story-a-picture-worth-a-thousand-words https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67d4643e20a073ad7874d03f/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Cody Slach is Senior Managing Director at Gateway Group. He shares his tips on how to make a concise, compelling equity story for a business presentation to attract investors. He suggests to focus on the right financial metrics and to partner with an experienced advisor. "Cody Slach, Senior Managing Director at Gateway Group. 'A picture is worth a thousand words.' 'Less is more.' 'If a picture is worth a thousand words, what is a video worth?' These are adages you have...[+3428 chars]" 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Canadian General Investments, Limited Files Annual Disclosure Documents Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Canadian_General_Investments_Limited_Files_Annual_Disclosure https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) has submitted its 2024 Annual Report to the TSX and LSE on March 17, 2025. It is the Company's first annual report since it was incorporated in Canada in 1999. It's also its first report since then. TORONTO, Canada, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) (TSX:CGI) (LSE: CGI)�(the Company), announces that it has submitted its 2024 Annual Report, which 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Entergy Corporation announces public offering of common stock with a forward component PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Entergy_Corporation_announces_public_offering_of_common_stoc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR) announced today the commencement of a registered underwritten offering of $1,300,000,000 of shares of its common stock. Subject to certain conditions, all shares are expected to be borrowed by the forward counterparties. NEW ORLEANS, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR) announced today the commencement of a registered underwritten offering of $1,300,000,000 of shares of its common stock. Subj...[+124 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 British premier vows to cut regulations, unleash 'animal spirits' of private sector Anadolu Agency https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/British_premier_vows_to_cut_regulations_unleash_animal_spiri https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Keir Starmer wants to reduce the regulatory burden on businesses. His government will launch a'short, sharp process' to identify regulators and regulations that could be reformed. Reshaping the state and the regulatory system will take years of discipline, focus and a willingness to make tough choices. British premier Keir Starmer on Monday pledged to 'bring back the animal spirits of the private sector' by reducing the regulatory burden on businesses. In a column in the City AM newspaper, Starmer w...[+293 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Kemi Badenoch is set to ditch legal commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050, claiming ... The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Kemi_Badenoch_is_set_to_ditch_legal_commitment_to_reach_Net_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Kemi Badenoch is poised to ditch a legal commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050. In a major speech today, the Conservative Party leader will say that cutting carbon emissions cannot be achieved without bankrupting the country or hitting living standards. She will say hitting the target is 'impossible'. Kemi Badenoch is poised to ditch a legal commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050, saying hitting the target is 'impossible'. In a major speech today, the Conservative Party leader will say that drastical...[+111 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Paragon Technologies Adopts Limited Duration Stockholder Rights Plan ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Paragon_Technologies_Adopts_Limited_Duration_Stockholder_Rig_z https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Paragon Technologies, Inc. adopted a limited duration stockholder rights plan. Stockholders will vote on the plan at the 2025 Annual Meeting. The plan will be effective for a limited period of time, up to 10 years.  PGPNT is an OTC Pink stock. "Stockholders to Vote on Rights Plan at 2025 Annual Meeting EASTON, PA / ACCESS Newswire / March 17, 2025 / Paragon Technologies, Inc. (OTC Pink:PGNT) (""Paragon Technologies"" or the ""Company"") today an...[+121 chars]" 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Diginex Signs MOU for Strategic Partnership, ADX Dual Listing and up to USD$250 Million capital ... The Arabian Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Diginex_Signs_MOU_for_Strategic_Partnership_ADX_Dual_Listing_3 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Diginex Limited is an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance issues. It announced the signing of two memorandum of understandings to pursue a broad business plan.   . - Media OutReach Newswire. Arabian Post -LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 March 2025 – Diginex Limited ('Diginex' or the 'Company')(Nasdaq: DGNX), an impact technology company specializing in environmental,...[+130 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 2025 Proxy Statement (GATX Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/2025_Proxy_Statement_GATX_Corporation https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en GATX Corporation's 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025, on the Board of Directors' request. The shareholder's meeting will take place on March 14, 2025 on the same day as the previous one. ) 2025 PROXY STATEMENT Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on April 25, 2025 March 14, 2025 Dear Shareholders: On behalf of the Board of Directors, I invite you to attend GATX Corporat...[+62 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Companies call for sovereign infra fund The Manila Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Companies_call_for_sovereign_infra_fund https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Dassault Systemes, more than 90 smaller European technology companies and lobby groups want European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to create a sovereign infrastructure fund to ramp up public investments in cutting-edge technologies. Europe needs to become more technologically independent across all layers of its critical digital infrastructure. BRUSSELS — Dassault Systemes and more than 90 smaller European technology companies and lobby groups have urged European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to create a sovereign infrastructure ...[+425 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 The Long-Term View: Why Companies Should Embrace Strategic ESG Over Tactical Approaches Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/The_LongTerm_View_Why_Companies_Should_Embrace_Strategic_ESG https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Adopting a long-term view of ESG is imperative for companies seeking sustainable growth and success, according to the report.  “Sustainable Growth and Success’” is a report by the International Sustainable Development Institute (IDSI). Adopting a long-term view of ESG is imperative for companies seeking sustainable growth and success. 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Coalition for Higher Ambition calls on EU leaders to commit to at least 90% emissions reduction by 2040 (C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Coalition_for_Higher_Ambition_calls_on_EU_leaders_to_commit_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en C40 Cities join the Coalition for Higher Ambition in calling on EU leaders to commit to at least a 90% net domestic emissions reduction by 2040 and submit an ambitious Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) without delay. C40 Cities signed a statement on March 17, 2025. ) Statement March 17, 2025 C40 Cities joins fellow organisations in the Coalition for Higher Ambition, calling on EU leaders to commit to at least a 90% net domestic emissions reduction by 2040 and to...[+102 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Net-zero ‘fantasy' could bankrupt Britain, warns Badenoch The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Netzero_fantasy_could_bankrupt_Britain_warns_Badenoch https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Kemi Badenoch will warn that the government's target of hitting net zero emissions by 2050 is a 'fantasy' that can only be achieved with a serious drop in living standards or by bankrupting the people. She will formally break the cross-party consensus on net zero. "Kemi Badenoch will warn that the government's target of hitting net zero emissions by 2050 is a 'fantasy' that can only be achieved "" with a serious drop in our living standards or by bankrupting us ""...[+120 chars]" 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Conservative party to ditch commitment to net zero in UK by 2050 The Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Conservative_party_to_ditch_commitment_to_net_zero_in_UK_by__0 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Kemi Badenoch is dropping her party's commitment to reaching net zero by 2050 as she launches the Conservatives' widest policy review in a generation. The Tory leader will give a speech on Tuesday in which she will argue that hitting Britain's legally binding climate target is 'impossible'. Kemi Badenoch is dropping her party's commitment to reaching net zero by 2050, as she launches the Conservatives' widest policy review in a generation. The Tory leader will give a speech on Tuesday in...[+176 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Adani Green to Adani Power: Adani shares will be in focus tomorrow. Here's why Live Mint https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Adani_Green_to_Adani_Power_Adani_shares_will_be_in_focus_tom https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/[] US en Bombay HC discharged Gautam Adani's involvement in an alleged market violation. Adani Enterprises, Adani Green Energy, and Adani Power are among other Adani Group stocks which will be in the focus of investors on Tuesday, March 18. Adani Enterprises, Adani Green Energy, and Adani Power are among other Adani Group stocks which will be in the focus of investors on Tuesday, March 18, after Bombay HC discharged Gautam Adani's involv...[+37 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Sierra Club Secures End to West Virginia PSC's Costly 69% Coal Plant Capacity Directives (Sierra Club) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Sierra_Club_Secures_End_to_West_Virginia_PSC_s_Costly_69_Coa https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en West Virginia PSC's Costly 69% Coal Plant Capacity Directives are no longer in effect. Similar Directives will be litigated March 17, 2025. Contact Bianca Sanchez at bianca.sanchez@sierraclub.org. ) Sierra Club Secures End to West Virginia PSC's Costly 69% Coal Plant Capacity Directives PSC Disavows Directives, Acknowledges Attempts to Issue Similar Mandates Will Be Litigated March 17, 2025 Con...[+76 chars] 2025-03-17T00:00:00 ‘Too much bureaucracy slowing us down', Reeves warns regulators London Evening Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Too_much_bureaucracy_slowing_us_down_Reeves_warns_regulators_p https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Chancellor wants to reduce duplication by regulators. She told watchdog chiefs on Monday morning she wanted to reduce the number of regulatory agencies. for more information visit: http://www.watchdogwatchdog.org/en/news/stories/2013/01/30/chris-welcomes-the-decision-to-reduce-regulators-oversight.html. The Chancellor told watchdog chiefs on Monday morning she wanted to reduce duplication by regulators. 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Digi Power X Announces Nasdaq Ticker Symbol Change to DGXX Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Digi_Power_X_Announces_Nasdaq_Ticker_Symbol_Change_to_DGXX https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Digi Power X Inc. (Nasdaq: DGHI, DGXX / TSXV: DGX) is an innovative company based in Miami and trading on the Nasdaq and TSXv markets. For confidential support call the company on 1-800-273-8255. MIAMI, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digi Power X Inc. ('Digi Power X' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGHI, DGXX / TSXV: DGX), an innovative 2025-03-17T00:00:00 Elanco Announces Changes to Board of Directors; Signs Research Agreement to Explore Novel Therapies for Chronic Kidney Disease and Life Extension in Pets PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/17/Elanco_Announces_Changes_to_Board_of_Directors_Signs_Researc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en John P. Bilbrey, Bill, Kathy Turner and Craig Wallace have informed the Board they will resign from Elanco's Board of Directors. The Board will reduce the Board size to 11 directors by the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Elanco thanks them for their service to Elanco. GREENFIELD, Ind., March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) today announced changes to its Board of Directors that will reduce the Board size to 11 directors by the...[+228 chars] 2025-03-16T23:52:23 Peruvian Farmer's Landmark Climate Case Against German Energy Giant Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3309863-peruvian-farmers-landmark-climate-case-against-german-energy-giant https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/30_08_2024_20_37_20_0006003.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Peruvian farmer has taken German energy conglomerate RWE to court. He claims RWE's emissions are contributing to the melting of Andean glaciers. The landmark legal case could set a new precedent in climate litigation by establishing accountability for historical emissions. If successful, the case may require companies to financially contribute to climate adaptation efforts. In an unprecedented move challenging corporate responsibility, a Peruvian farmer has taken German energy conglomerate RWE to court. He asserts that RWE's emissions are significantly contributing to th...[+506 chars] 2025-03-16T22:45:21 Ecopetrol announces start dates for the Market Maker program Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/ecopetrol-announces-start-dates-for-the-market-maker-program-1034481535 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Ecopetrol has completed the necessary procedures for the implementation of the Market Maker program for its common stock. Andes Investment Group Inc. and Valores Bancolombia S.A. Comisionista de Bolsa are responsible for the program. The program will begin on Friday, March 14. Ecopetrol (EC) announces that, in accordance with the Form 6-K issued on March 3, 2025, reported by this same medium, it has completed the necessary procedures for the implementation of the Market Mak...[+561 chars] 2025-03-16T20:45:16 Experts say NZ First bill won't stop banks from assessing climate risks https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/experts-say-nz-first-bill-wont-stop-banks-from-assessing-climate-risks/XWLYTCOW3BD75LDKWS67V5GQCM https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/IXCVUFNFMJB5XDM4AMQTKMPIGE.jpg?auth=4c8e0ff65c4fca427e814bb6e87d42c4ac52921e5c5d984bc35888d9c80accc4&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&smart=true NZ en Bill by MP Andy Foster would require decisions on who to lend to be made on a commercial basis. Federated Farmers has long criticised banks for reducing their exposure to fossil fuels and setting climate targets for farmers. Deloitte Asia Pacific sustainability and climate leader Will Symons says he has seen no evidence that business decisions are being driven by non-commercial factors. Federated Farmers has long criticised banks for reducing their exposure to fossil fuels and setting climate targets and incentives for farmers, including during a select committee inquiry into bank pr...[+5397 chars] 2025-03-16T19:58:57 California Voice: Oil and gas companies should be held financially responsible for climate disasters Nico Gardner https://www.marinij.com/2025/03/16/oil-and-gas-companies-should-be-held-financially-responsible-for-california-climate-disasters https://www.marinij.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/California_Wildfires_Remaining_Homes_Photo_Gallery_27058.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en It's been over a month since devastating wildfires forced tens of thousands of Los Angeles residents to flee their homes. Fossil fuel companies got us into this crisis and it's time to hold them accountable. President Donald Trump's recent actions don't inspire much confidence that Americans will get strong federal leadership on climate action. California lawmakers are already taking steps to hold fossil fuel companies accountable. "It's been just over a month since devastating wildfires forced tens of thousands of Los Angeles residents to flee their homes. So far, the fires have left a wake of destruction amounting to The 'how' ...[+2611 chars]" 2025-03-16T19:03:26 Ezekwesili highlights cause of Nigeria's leadership failure Taofeek Lawal https://tribuneonlineng.com/ezekwesili-highlights-cause-of-nigerias-leadership-failure https://tribuneonlineng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/images-1-29.jpeg NG en Dr Oby Ezekwesili is the founder of the School of Politics, Policy, and Governance (SPPG). She says Nigeria needs leaders who can take informed, evidence-based decisions to drive meaningful change and take the country out of its present economic downturn. She is also a former vice president of the World Bank and a former minister of education. ".Says Nigeria needs leaders who can take informed, evidence-based decision Former Minister of Education, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, has highlighted the root cause of Nigeria's leadership failure calling on pr...[+2550 chars]" 2025-03-16T18:00:00 UGI Corporation Names Julie Fazio as President of UGI International Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/business/executives/ugi-corporation-names-julie-fazio-as-president-of-ugi-international https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/UGI-logo.png?fit=1470%2C800&ssl=1 US en Julie Fazio has been appointed President of UGI International. She joined the company in September 2022 as Vice President of Supply. She will focus on operational efficiency and strategic growth. She has over 25 years of experience at ExxonMobil, where she held multiple senior leadership roles. "VALLEY FORGE, PA — UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) has appointed Julie Fazio as President of UGI International, marking a significant milestone for the company's leadership team. Ms. Fazio, who joined UGI...[+2015 chars]" 2025-03-16T17:36:31 Presidency demands expedited action to achieve SDGsby2030 Tribune https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4191141/presidency-demands-expedited-action-to-achieve-sdgsby2030.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Nigerian government has reiterated its commitment to fast-track the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The Presidency demands expedited action to achieve SDGsby2030. Click here to read the full story on Tribune Online. Tribune OnlinePresidency demands expedited action to achieve SDGsby2030The Nigerian government has reiterated its commitment to fast-tracking the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs...[+136 chars] 2025-03-16T16:35:28 경기도, 사회적 가치 실현한 ‘경기도 착한기업' 모집 http://breaknews.com/1100643 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/3101_2025022309475830.jpg KR en """C"" is C-level code. ""A"" is a code for 2015. ""B"" is for 2016. ""C-level"" is the code for the current year. ""D"" is from the previous year, ""A-level."" is from 2015." "▲ 경기도청 전경 (C)브레이크뉴스 하인규 기자 (경기=브레이크뉴스 경기동북부)하인규 기자=경기도와 경기도경제과학진흥원은 지역 경제 발전과 친환경·윤리경영, 사회공헌 등 기업의 사회적 가치 실현에 앞장서는 '경기도 착한기업'을 오는 4월 11일까지 모집한다. '경기도 착한기업 인증'은 기업의 사회적 책임 경영을 장려하고, 건전한 기업 문화를 확산하기 위해 ...[+4096 chars]" 2025-03-16T15:14:55 Look Out, Libtards! There's A New Boss In Town! (Same As The Old Boss) James Corbett https://corbettreport.substack.com/p/look-out-libtards-theres-a-new-boss https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc2b1f3ef-ce93-4eb6-9823-8fde3832ec8f_1280x720.jpeg US en There's a new era for the globalists. Globalists were using ESG to direct trillions of dollars in investable capital toward their pet projects and favoured companies and away from their pet hates and disfavoured companies. Now they're rebranding themselves for the Trump era. "March 16, 2025 It's often said that we're playing checkers while the powers-that-shouldn't-be are playing chess. I disagree. I think the average delusional statist is reading comic books while the oli...[+9194 chars]" 2025-03-16T15:08:27 US companies drop DEI from annual reports as Trump targets corporate values Eva Xiao https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/03/16/us-companies-drop-dei-from-annual-reports-as-trump-targets-corporate-values https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/DQZ2RSR6MJH35GXMWYLYO4YLO4.jpg?smart=true&auth=1c7bfc4b39339c725a6735bf34f42252dafc50380bfe155fda24fe9cb5c958a9&width=1200&height=630 IE en Hundreds of US companies have removed references to 'diversity, equity and inclusion' (DEI) from their annual reports since Donald Trump's election. Many companies have instead stressed 'inclusion' or 'belonging', saying they want a culture where 'all employees' thrive. Hundreds of US companies have removed references to 'diversity, equity and inclusion' (DEI) from their annual reports in a rapid pullback from the corporate values that have become a target of US Pres...[+7114 chars] 2025-03-16T14:39:31 Fed govt moves to fast-track SDGs implementation The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4190895/fed-govt-moves-to-fasttrack-sdgs-implementation.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Federal government has called for accelerated action toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. It urged stakeholders to redouble their efforts to achieve the SDGs. The government wants to fast-track the implementation of the SDG's by 2030, according to the report. urges stakeholders to intensify efforts The federal government has called for accelerated action toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, urging stakeholders to redouble thei...[+119 chars] 2025-03-16T13:14:17 U.S. companies scrub DEI from annual reports as Trump targets 'illegal discrimination': FT https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/u-s-companies-scrub-dei-from-annual-reports-as-trump-targets-illegal-discrimination-ft/ar-AA1B1uT4 US en More than 200 major U.S. companies have removed references to 'diversity, equity and inclusion' from their annual reports since Donald Trump's election. 90% of the top 400 firms in the S&P 500 index have either reduced or entirely eliminated mentions of DEI from their reports. The Trump administration is locked in a legal battle over DEI policies. A significant number of U.S. corporations scaled back mentions of 'diversity, equity and inclusion' in their annual reports, the Financial Times reported Sunday. The exclusion marks a notable shift aw...[+3547 chars] 2025-03-16T12:00:10 3 Ways Your Wealth Is Being Stolen, According to Robert Kiyosaki and Jared Teach Jennifer Taylor https://finance.yahoo.com/news/3-ways-wealth-being-stolen-120010342.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/H9cUsnp1v7PokGe4d2IZVQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/gobankingrates_644/b339ffb139ee8be86e672c2d38746207 US en Robert Kiyosaki and Jared Teach believe your investments might not be as lucrative as you imagine. They believe people are being ripped off by their investments and their companies are not putting their shareholders' interests first. They also believe there needs to be a return to shareholder capitalist values. "You probably expect your investments to be put to work — for you. However, that might not always be the case. Explore More: Read Next: During a January episode of the 'Rich Dad Radio Show' titled 'You...[+3020 chars]" 2025-03-16T11:50:02 UN Global Compact urges businesses to embed human rights, ESG strategies into operations Vincent Sugira https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/24865/news/featured/un-global-compact-urges-businesses-to-embed-human-rights-esg-strategies-into-operations https://www.newtimes.co.rw/thenewtimes/uploads/images/2025/03/16/72572.jpg RW en UN Global Compact Rwanda hosted a CEO roundtable on March 12 at Kigali Marriott Hotel. The event brought together CEOs, UN officials, and representatives from various institutions to discuss how businesses can drive sustainability and corporate responsibility while promoting gender equality. UN Global Compact works closely with businesses to ensure their operations align with SDGs and adhere to the 10 principles on human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption. Since its launch in Rwanda in June 2023, the organisation has rapidly grown, with over 25 companies already part of its network. At the CEO roundtable hosted by UN Global Compact Rwanda, business leaders, and corporate executives were urged to integrate the -'Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact and the Sustainab...[+6157 chars] 2025-03-16T11:30:00 Midlands Voices: Environmental concerns have no place in financial decisions, pensions John Murante https://omaha.com/opinion/column/article_05ab68ee-fea8-11ef-8d2a-2b110444c635.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/omaha.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/5a/05ab68ee-fea8-11ef-8d2a-2b110444c635/67d348526194d.preview.jpg?crop=1024%2C538%2C0%2C68 US en Big investment firms and banks have withdrawn from net-zero climate groups. John Murante is a former state treasurer of Nebraska. He believes that the fiduciary duty of those who manage public pensions cannot be usurped by other interests. Murante congratulates conservative state financial officers who took on the most powerful financial institutions and won. The nation's big investment firms and banks have withdrawn from net-zero climate groups amid questions from Nebraska and many other red states about whether they've put consideration of environmental,...[+2720 chars] 2025-03-16T11:22:00 Sinopec Engineering proposes implementation of H shares full circulation The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/230054/Sinopec-Engineering-proposes-implementation-of-H-shares-full-circulation-as-CNPC-to-convert-220-million-domestic-shares-into-H-shares https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/instant_news/20250316/20250316192259contentPhoto1.jpeg?1742125002 HK en Sinopec Engineering's shareholder, China National Petroleum Corporation, plans to convert its domestic shares unlisted into H-shares. The move requires shareholder approval via a special resolution at a general meeting. The total number of issued shares of the company is 4.4 billion, including 3 domestic shares and 1.43 billion H shares. "Sinopec Engineering (2386) announced on Sunday that its shareholder, China National Petroleum Corporation, plans to convert its 219.98 million domestic shares unlisted into H-shares. The move requires...[+374 chars]" 2025-03-16T11:00:24 With 84% ownership, Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ:EXC) boasts of strong institutional backing Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/84-ownership-exelon-corporation-nasdaq-110024479.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/88fedce06307b8d0a5a6b7fe29a1be66 US en Institutions own a lot of shares in Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ:EXC). The top 14 shareholders own 50% of the company. The Vanguard Group, Inc. is the largest shareholder with 13% of shares. The second and third largest shareholders hold 11% and 6.0%. The general public, including retail investors, own 16%. "Given the large stake in the stock by institutions, Exelon's stock price might be vulnerable to their trading decisions The top 14 shareholders own 50% of the company Ownership research along with ana...[+5036 chars]" 2025-03-16T10:27:20 PM praises pivotal role of EgSA to realize SDGs https://egypt.shafaqna.com/EN/AL/6808159 https://egypt.shafaqna.com/images/newhub-blank-news.png AU en PM Mostafa Madbouly has lauded the pivotal role of the Egyptian Space Agency to achieve sustainable development goals through adopting space technology. His remarks came during the 10th meeting of the agency's board at its headquarters in New Cairo in the presence of Minister of Communications and Information Technology Amr Talaat. "PM praises pivotal role of EgSA to realize SDGs Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has lauded the pivotal role of the Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA) to achieve sustainable development goals through adoptin...[+313 chars]" 2025-03-16T09:47:02 Aditya Raj Kothari Launches Vestige Gold Inc, a subsidiary of Vasundhara Ananta Natural Resources Inc. to drive Ethical Leadership and Sustainable Resource Management https://apnews.com/press-release/marketersmedia/vasundhara-ananta-raj-kothari-46b2a199dc2a64277ef43a79938664e3 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/9bcacba/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x450+0+75/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F1c%2F6b%2F6a63456028528dbb6498884bb48c%2F35840f3e32235fc3251445321c85d3f6 US en Aditya Raj Kothari, 23, founded Vasundhara Ananta Natural Resources Inc. to integrate sustainability, women's empowerment, innovation, and ethical leadership across natural resource sectors. Recently, he was awarded the Best Youth Leader in the Natural Resources Industry of 2025. Aditya Raj Kothari, a 23-year-old industrialist, founded Vasundhara Ananta Natural Resources Inc. to integrate sustainability, women's empowerment, innovation, and ethical leadership across natural re...[+7564 chars] 2025-03-16T07:40:38 Environmental concerns have no place in financial decisions, pensions MIDLANDS VOICES https://omaha.com/eedition/sunrise/articles/article_f2e21f54-2365-57f6-93a4-357c4fae20f7.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/omaha.com/content/tncms/custom/image/9595a7a2-2379-11e7-b3c5-13eacc36a918.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The nation's big investment firms and banks have withdrawn from net-zero climate groups. John Murante is a former state treasurer of Nebraska. Murante believes public funds should always be invested with fiduciary considerations and duties top of mind. He congratulates conservative state financial officers who took on the powerful financial institutions and won. The nation's big investment firms and banks have withdrawn from net-zero climate groups amid questions from Nebraska and many other red states about whether they've put consideration of environmental,...[+2989 chars] 2025-03-16T07:10:39 Don't Race Out To Buy Swiss Prime Site AG (VTX:SPSN) Just Because It's Going Ex-Dividend Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/dont-race-buy-swiss-prime-071039907.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/54be6c6e7c0b323146157762a8ed9162 US en Swiss Prime Site AG (VTX:SPSN) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The company's next dividend payment will be CHF03.45 per share. Last year, the company distributed CHF3.45 to shareholders. It has a trailing yield of 3.3% on the current stock price of CHF0104.80. Its earnings per share have dropped 11% a year over the past five years. Its payout ratio is 74%. It looks like Swiss Prime Site AG (VTX:SPSN) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend date is two business days before a company's record date in most cases, which is the date on...[+4311 chars] 2025-03-16T06:18:51 Saudi Re board proposes 46.6% capital increase via bonus issue Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1797521 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/159460b0-0cde-4112-8b4e-bc861f8adeff.png SA en Saudi Reinsurance Co.'s board of directors in a meeting today, March 16, recommended a 46.6% capital increase through a bonus share distribution. The board proposed distributing 51.48 million bonus shares by granting four shares for every nine held. An additional 2.5 million shares would be allocated for developing the company's long-term employee incentive share program. "Saudi Reinsurance Co.'s (Saudi Re) board of directors in a meeting today, March 16, recommended a 46.6% capital increase through a bonus share distribution, according to a statement to Tadawul. The bo...[+639 chars]" 2025-03-16T06:15:50 SIGA Director-General to ensure CEOs comply with Assets Declaration Law https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/SIGA-Director-General-to-ensure-CEOs-comply-with-Assets-Declaration-Law-President-1975727 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/815/81599059.jpg GH en President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) to ensure that all Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) comply with the Assets Declaration Law. The law requires public officials to declare their assets and liabilities upon their assumption of office and upon leaving office. "Business News of Sunday, 16 March 2025 Source: GNA President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) to ensure that all Chief Execu...[+4674 chars]" 2025-03-16T06:07:04 Minister Teixeira must address UN concerns on Access to Information Act Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/03/16/opinion/letters/minister-teixeira-must-address-un-concerns-on-access-to-information-act https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en The Oil and Gas Governance Network Guyana (OGGNG) is concerned about the lack of transparency regarding the tax payments made by the Government of Guyana on behalf of the oil companies. OGNG has used the Access to Information Act to obtain relevant information regarding the Government's tax payments to ExxonMobil, Hess, and CNOOC. "Dear Editor, In a series of letters published in the Sunday editions of Stabroek News (February 16 & 23, March 2 & 9, 2025), the Oil and Gas Governance Network Guyana (OGGN) informed the Guyanese publ...[+6387 chars]" 2025-03-16T02:00:00 Xavier Creative House Honored with Prestigious Sustainability Award Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/regional/xavier-creative-house-honored-with-prestigious-sustainability-award https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Xavier-Creative-House.jpg?fit=735%2C400&ssl=1 US en Xavier Creative House has been awarded the 2025 EcoVadis Regional Sustainability Leadership Award (Americas) for its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. XCH's long-term sustainability pledge focuses on carbon offsetting, supply chain diversity, and employee wellness. PHILADELPHIA, PA — Xavier Creative House (XCH) has been awarded the 2025 EcoVadis Regional Sustainability Leadership Award (Americas), recognizing its exceptional commitment to sustainability and resp...[+2302 chars] 2025-03-16T00:00:00 There's 1 Clear Reason Trump Loves Plastic Straws — And It Has Nothing To Do With Sucking Huffington Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/16/Theres_1_Clear_Reason_Trump_Loves_Plastic_Straws_And_It_Has_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Environmentalists explain his agenda and what you can do to foster the creation of better alternatives to his agenda. . ""I am an environmentalist. I am concerned about the environment."" ""I believe in alternative energy. I believe in sustainable development. " Environmentalists explain his agenda, and what you can do to foster the creation of better alternatives. 2025-03-16T00:00:00 Pakistan urges 'wholehearted' global commitment to ensure gender parity, women's empowerment Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/16/Pakistan_urges_wholehearted_global_commitment_to_ensure_gend https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Pakistan has called for ""unwavering and wholehearted"" global commitment to ensure gender equality and the empowerment of women as well as the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at this pivotal moment in history. . . " "UNITED NATIONS, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 16th Mar, 2025) Pakistan has called for ""unwavering and wholehearted"" global commitment to ensure gender equality and the empowerment of women ...[+99 chars]" 2025-03-16T00:00:00 Slow NHS puts investment at risk, warns drug maker Eli Lilly The Daily Telegraph https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/16/Slow_NHS_puts_investment_at_risk_warns_drug_maker_Eli_Lilly https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en """We've stepped up, we've made a pledge and we're going to continue to work on it, but we want to see some things addressed before we make any other further commitments""  “We've made our intention known, we're working on it.” " """ We've stepped up, we've made a pledge, we've made our intention known and we're going to continue to work on it but we do want to see some things addressed before we make any other further commitmen...[+5 chars]" 2025-03-16T00:00:00 Coalition's housing solutions warrant a degree of cynicism The Irish Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/16/Coalition_s_housing_solutions_warrant_a_degree_of_cynicism https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Glenveagh chief executive Stephen Garvey is tired of talking about the new Government's housing targets. The Coalition's plan to deliver 300,000 homes by 2030 is what the country needs, he says. Glenveagh has just released its full-year results. There was something a little tired about the responses that Glenveagh chief executive Stephen Garvey gave to reporters this week about the new Government's housing targets. Off the back of the Dublin-...[+147 chars] 2025-03-16T00:00:00 Pensioner is threatened with court again by controversial solar panel firm who sued him for ... The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/16/Pensioner_is_threatened_with_court_again_by_controversial_so https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Solar panel firm A Shade Greener is threatening to take one of its customers to court. They were forced to drop a £320k defamation case against him just months ago. They offer free energy by installing solar panels that provide for a home's needs and receive payments from the company. An under fire solar panel firm is threatening to take one of its own customers to court just months after they were forced to drop a £320k defamation case against him. A Shade Greener (ASG) promises f...[+104 chars] 2025-03-16T00:00:00 Plan to tow iceberg to UAE 'not science fiction', claims businessman The National https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/16/Plan_to_tow_iceberg_to_UAE_not_science_fiction_claims_busine https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Emirati businessman wants to bring an iceberg to UAE waters. He insists his proposal is not science fiction as he defends his ambitious goal in the face of scepticism.   in response to questions from the media and the government. An Emirati businessman who wants to bring an iceberg to UAE waters has insisted his proposal is 'not science fiction' as he defended his ambitious goal in the face of 2025-03-15T23:03:34 Roddy Scheer: Is the Net Zero Banking Alliance in jeopardy with Trump 2.0? Roddy Scheer https://augustafreepress.com/news/is-the-net-zero-banking-alliance-in-jeopardy-with-trump-2-0 https://augustafreepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/environment.jpg?_t=1742079956 US en The Net Zero Banking Alliance is a partnership of banks dedicated to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Six major U.S. banks have left the alliance recently. The future of the NZBA is uncertain, but it still has a strong global influence with 141 members. "The Net Zero Banking Alliance is a partnership of banks dedicated to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The Alliance was assembled in 2021 by the U.N. Environment Programme and plays ...[+2221 chars]" 2025-03-15T17:28:49 The role of ESG in support of the Omani economy Oman Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/15/The_role_of_ESG_in_support_of_the_Omani_economy https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/15/[] US en Environment, social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) is an important variable for measuring sustainability and social impact of businesses and investments. It is growing in importance with the growing number of companies and investments in environmental and social issues. For more information, go to: www.esg.org. Environment, social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) has become an important variable for measuring sustainability and social impact of businesses and investments. With the growing 2025-03-15T16:57:00 How corporate America is backsliding on DEI Emma Goldberg https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2025/mar/15/how-corporate-america-is-backsliding-on-dei https://thumb.spokesman.com/sUDuFQY7byibTlOu3Ut6imVnEF8=/1200x630/smart/media.spokesman.com/photos/2025/03/15/67d60167b9779.hires.jpg US en The number of companies in the S&P 500 that used the language 'diversity, equity and inclusion' in their annual financial filings has fallen by nearly 60% from 2024. After the killing of George Floyd in May 2020 and the Black Lives Matter protests, many companies denounced racial injustice. By 2022, over 90% of the companies had language about diversity and equity in their 10-Ks. Household-name companies, like Walmart and Meta, have scaled back diversity, equity and inclusion goals in recent months. These brands are part of a widespread retreat happening across corporate Ameri...[+8937 chars] 2025-03-15T13:21:26 Better Business: Why Startups Will Be The New Leaders Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/15/Better_Business_Why_Startups_Will_Be_The_New_Leaders https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/15/[] US en Corporations are under increasing scrutiny over commitments to social impact. Startups have an opportunity to redefine what it means to be a 'better business'.    y Y e z i "Corporations are under increasing scrutiny over commitments to social impact and startups have an opportunity to redefine what it means to be a 'better business""." 2025-03-15T12:17:49 The role of ESG in support of the Omani economy Dr Hilal al Sawai https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1167663/opinion/business/the-role-of-esg-in-support-of-the-omani-economy https://www.omanobserver.om/thumbs/600x600/.jpg OM en Oman has been adopting the Environment, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) framework in line with the Oman Vision 2040 strategy. This article discusses how ESG aids the Omani economy while noting essential advantages, challenges, and undertakings by the government and private sector. Environment, social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) has become an important variable for measuring sustainability and social impact of businesses and investments. With the growing economy and Oman Vis...[+5699 chars] 2025-03-15T12:16:31 World Bank advocates professionalism of governing boards to revitalise SOEs https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/World-Bank-advocates-professionalism-of-governing-boards-to-revitalise-SOEs-1975665 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/909/90913704.jpg GH en Taliercio O'Brien, the World Bank Country Director has emphasised the need to professionalise the governing boards of Ghana's State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) to revitalise their operations. He made these comments at a High-Level Meeting between President John Dramani Mahama and chief executive officers of SOEs. He pointed to the significant challenges facing Ghana's SOEs, citing examples such as the Electricity Company of Ghana and Cocoa Board. "Business News of Saturday, 15 March 2025 Source: GNA Taliercio O'Brien, the World Bank Country Director, has emphasised the critical need to professionalise the governing boards of Ghana's State-Owned...[+2344 chars]" 2025-03-15T12:00:00 EU Commission: 2030 climate targets within reach Agriland Media https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/commission-2030-climate-targets-within-reach https://cdn.agriland.ie/uploads/2025/01/sunrise-2701879_1280-1.jpg IE en The European Commission's mid-term review of the Environment Action Programme's (EAP) highlights the importance of achieving climate and environmental objectives for their positive economic and social impacts. The report shows that the EU's objectives under the European Green Deal are attainable if the actions planned are fully implemented. Many planned actions have been delivered, but it is too early to assess their impact on the environment as they are yet to be implemented on the ground. European Union's domestic net greenhouse gas emissions are falling steadily, down by 32.5% in 2022, compared to 1990 levels. However, faster progress is needed to meet EU's 2030 target of cutting GHG emissions by at least 55% The European Commission's eighth Environment Action Programme's (EAP) mid-term review has underlined the importance of achieving climate and environmental objectives for their positive economic and so...[+3365 chars] 2025-03-15T11:54:00 Global X SuperDividend U.S. ETF vs. SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF: Which Is the Better High-Yield ETF? Reuben Gregg Brewer https://finance.yahoo.com/news/global-x-superdividend-u-etf-115400455.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/KgQLLJJvX6OItATdXijg2A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/motleyfool.com/f5c9e6e38b362c11691fa3c7b8b11ebc US en SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF's 4.1% yield is less volatile than Global X SuperDividend U.S. ETF's 5.4%. Global X has lagged behind SPDR Portfolio on a total return basis. Global X SuperDividend U.S. ETF (NYSEMKT: DIV) and SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF (NYSEMKT: SPYD) both have a similar goal of buying high-yield stocks. However, they go about the effort in a...[+6174 chars] 2025-03-15T09:48:57 'Companies with diverse leadership are better positioned for growth' Eastern Eye https://www.easterneye.biz/companies-with-diverse-leadership-are-better-positioned-for-growth https://www.easterneye.biz/media-library/from-ltor-lord-karan-bilimoria-sir-trevor-phillips-seema-malhotra-mp-david-tyler-and-nathan-coe.jpg?id=57547449&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C684%2C0%2C684 PA en Seema Malhotra, equalities minister, was speaking at the Change the Race Ratio and the Parker Review reception at the House of Commons last Wednesday (12). She stressed the importance of diversity of thought on company boards. The government will launch a public consultation on mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting for large employers. COMPANIES with diverse leadership are better positioned for sustainable growth, improved decision-making, and will connect better with multicultural markets, equalities minister Seema Malhotra has sai...[+5343 chars] 2025-03-15T09:21:03 Finance minister calls for strict adherence to corporate governance by SOEs https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Finance-minister-calls-for-strict-adherence-to-corporate-governance-by-SOEs-1975643 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/273/27329050.jpg GH en The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, stressed the need for state-owned enterprises (SOEs) to adhere to sound corporate governance practices and comply with financial reporting obligations. He expressed concern over the financial health of several SOEs, citing alarming losses across various sectors. He outlined a turnaround strategy aimed at transforming SOEs into financially sustainable institutions. "Business News of Saturday, 15 March 2025 Source: GNA The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson on Thursday, emphasised the urgent need for state-owned enterprises (SOEs) to adhere to sound corpo...[+2467 chars]" 2025-03-15T08:42:47 PZ Cussons N51bn debt-to-equity deal rejected by minority shareholders Chinwe Michael https://businessday.ng/companies/article/pz-cussons-n51bn-debt-to-equity-deal-rejected-by-minority-shareholders https://cdn.businessday.ng/2019/08/v0yWY0X5-PZ-cussons.jpg NG en Minority shareholders of PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc (PZCN) voted against the proposed conversion of a N51,79 billion intercompany loan into equity at the company's Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on March 13, 2025, at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja. In June 2022, PZCussons (Holdings) Limited extended a $40.26 million loan to PZCN to settle foreign currency obligations for raw materials and operational costs amid a forex shortage. Following the liberalisation of Nigeria's foreign exchange market in June 2023, the naira devaluation led to an exchange loss of N157.9 "PZ Cussons Minority shareholders of PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc (PZCN) have voted against the proposed conversion of a N51,79 billion ($34.26 million) intercompany loan into equity at the company's Extraor...[+2084 chars]" 2025-03-15T07:32:19 Nigeria PZ Cussons Faces Setback as Shareholders Reject Debt-to-Equity Proposal Nigeria News https://nigerianbulletin.com/ams/pz-cussons-faces-setback-as-shareholders-reject-debt-to-equity-proposal.13375 https://nigerianbulletin.com/ams/pz-cussons-faces-setback-as-shareholders-reject-debt-to-equity-proposal.13375/cover-image NG en PZ Cussons Nigeria (PCZN) failed to secure the 75% shareholder approval needed to convert a ₦51.79 billion intercompany loan into equity. The company remains focused on alternative restructuring to address financial challenges amid naira depreciation and foreign exchange volatility. PZ Cussons Nigeria (PCZN) failed to secure the 75% shareholder approval needed to convert a ₦51.79 billion intercompany loan into equity. Despite strong minority shareholder backing, key dissenting vo...[+1377 chars] 2025-03-15T07:08:54 Partners Group Holding AG Just Recorded A 5.3% EPS Beat: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/partners-group-holding-ag-just-070854098.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4470f143ba4f4c0e99553a639759c619 US en Partners Group Holding AG (VTX:PGHN) has just released its latest annual results. Revenues of CHF2.1b came in 2.1% ahead of forecasts. Statutory earnings per share (EPS) were CHF43.08, 5.3%. The analysts have updated their earnings model, but there was no major change in expectations. The consensus price target is CHF1,405. The analysts expect Partners Group Holding's growth to accelerate. Partners Group Holding AG (VTX:PGHN) just released its latest annual results and things are looking bullish. The company beat expectations with revenues of CHF2.1b arriving 2.1% ahead of forecasts. St...[+4143 chars] 2025-03-15T07:00:00 Three major trends reshaping executive search in 2024 Jeremy Bossenger https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/opinion/three-major-trends-reshaping-executive-search-in-2024-1ffdd693-a111-4d90-a1d1-2cb6cdc5608d https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/The-changes-that-have-taken-place-in-executive-search-over-the-past-decade-have-in-the-most-part-been-driven-by-a-competitive-business-landscape-and-the-need-for-superior-board-level-charisma-says-the-author?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/35c397dea109da83fd0c67200e7d449b2f9ae2fd/1024&operation=CROP&offset=0x224&resize=1024x576 ZA en Jeremy Bossenger explains the changes that have taken place in the executive search industry over the past decade. He also explains the benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion for the win in the workplace. He explains some of the digital tool categories available to executive search firms. "Jeremy Bossenger The changes that have taken place in executive search over the past decade have in the most part been driven by a competitive business landscape, and the need for superior board-level...[+5288 chars]" 2025-03-15T06:30:00 How Europe's electric battery dream ran out of power Ross Clark https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/how-europes-electric-battery-dream-ran-out-of-power https://www.spectator.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GettyImages-1239658302.jpg GB en The collapse of the Swedish electric vehicle battery-maker Northvolt shows how countries committed to net zero are missing out on the spoils. Northvolt symbolised Europe's green industrial future. It was founded in 2015 with the help of a €350 million loan from the European Investment bank. Setting ourselves stringent net zero targets will help us get ahead of other countries in the race to develop green technologies of the future. We know this must be true because Ed Miliband, and many ...[+679 chars] 2025-03-15T06:00:01 Kilkenny farming business announced as a finalist in Business and Finance ESG Awards Ellie Mccarthy https://www.kilkennypeople.ie/news/business/1753009/kilkenny-farming-business-announced-as-a-finalist-in-business-and-finance-esg-awards.html https://www.kilkennypeople.ie/resizer/1200/700/true/2025_03_13/ai-generated-8248632_640_Cropped-1741884470911.jpg--kilkenny_farming_business_announced_as_a_finalist_in_business_and_finance_esg_awards.jpg?1741884470929 IE en The Business and Finance ESG Awards celebrate companies that are driving real change through innovative policies, technology solutions and sustainable business practices. This year saw a record number of entries, with Biodiversity Leadership in Business and Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Initiative emerging as the most competitive categories. The prestigious ESG Leader Award will be presented to Mary Robinson. "One of The genius initiative has been recognised for its contributions to carbon emissions reduction, animal welfare, and agricultural sustainability. The winners will be revealed at a special luncheo...[+1785 chars]" 2025-03-15T04:42:39 How ESG Metrics Enhance Corporate Success and Sustainability archyde https://www.archyde.com/how-esg-metrics-enhance-corporate-success-and-sustainability https://image.kurier.at/images/facebook/8951759/46-213736988.jpg US en Archyde interviewed Dr. Anya Sharma, Chief Sustainability Officer at Innovate Solutions Group, a leading consultancy firm specializing in sustainability and green finance. Dr. Sharma explains how companies can benefit from Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. "what is the most important ESG factor for you to consider when evaluating a company's value? Driving Business Success with ESG: An Interview with Sustainability Expert, Dr. anya Sharma Companies aroun...[+5155 chars]" 2025-03-15T04:23:16 Founder advocates sustainable community development initiatives Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4188314/founder-advocates-sustainable-community-development-initiatives.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The founder of SDG4I Initiative, Mrs. Hanna Ayilara Omon, has emphasised need for sustainable solutions to address poverty, financial inclusion, and access to education, particularly for women and children. The founder advocates sustainable community development initiatives. The founder of SDG4I Initiative, Mrs. Hanna Ayilara Omon, has emphasised need for sustainable solutions to address poverty, financial inclusion, and access to education, particularly, for women and ch...[+180 chars] 2025-03-15T02:30:00 AIB raises €500m from its seventh ‘green bond' for environment-focused projects Azmia Riaz https://www.independent.ie/business/aib-raises-500m-from-its-seventh-green-bond-for-environment-focused-projects/a1015668394.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/mIDQoR5E2ZtpkC3JXFtpcBneTUM=/629x460/smart/prod-mh-ireland/912b9771-c06d-4017-bbad-6c6953ae7854/1f2f5a9f-0b69-49f1-9199-fac0112c2eb8/912b9771-c06d-4017-bbad-6c6953ae7854.jpg IE en In 2020, AIB became the first bank in Ireland to issue a green bond. Since 2020, the bank has raised €5.15bn through the issue of green bonds and €6.9bn for environmental, social and governance (ESG) purposes. In 2020, the bank became the first here to issue a green bond – tapping relatively cheaper funding to lend in turn for projects with environmental benefits like renewable energy, green buildings and c...[+2058 chars] 2025-03-15T02:01:00 Ecopetrol Announces Start Dates for the Market Maker program for its Shares on the Colombian Stock Exchange Ecopetrol S.A https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/ecopetrol-announces-start-dates-for-the-market-maker-program-for-its-shares-on-the-colombian/article_4290e921-9f06-5cc7-b26f-7dd22e92a479.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Ecopetrol S.A. has completed the necessary procedures for the implementation of the Market Maker program for its common stock with Andes Investment Group Inc., a subsidiary of the Chilean group Larraín Vial, and Valores Bancolombia Comisionista de Bolsa. BOGOTA, Colombia, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) announces that, in accordance with the Form 6-K issued on March 3, 2025, reported by this same medium, it has...[+242 chars] 2025-03-15T02:00:00 How Formula 1 is trying to cut its carbon emissions, on and off the track Gemma Grant https://www.smh.com.au/environment/sustainability/how-formula-1-is-trying-to-cut-its-carbon-emissions-on-and-off-the-track-20250312-p5lj2e.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.139%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/02d2ae0b8932e7b1ed839642d1d02abbaf6a62af AU en This weekend's Grand Prix in Melbourne is the last Grand Prix as we know it. New rules will make F1 cars lighter and more agile. Less than 1 per cent of F1's total carbon footprint comes from the cars on the track. Logistics and business travel are the biggest emissions-causing parts of the sport. F1 has 24 races in 21 different countries, including six in the Americas. "Formula 1 is known around the world for its fast cars, loud noises and Grand Prix pageantry. But this weekend will mark the final roar of the powerful engines in Melbourne as we know it. Under new rul...[+7183 chars]" 2025-03-15T01:47:07 Kepler Capital Sticks to Their Buy Rating for Sage Group plc (SGE) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/kepler-capital-sticks-to-their-buy-rating-for-sage-group-plc-sge-1034480546 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Kepler Capital analyst Florian Treisch maintained a Buy rating on Sage Group plc (SGE – Research Report) on March 13 and set a price target of p1,500.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at p1.198.50. The analyst consensus on SGE is a Moderate Buy with an average price target of p 1,399.44. Kepler Capital analyst Florian Treisch maintained a Buy rating on Sage Group plc (SGE – Research Report) on March 13 and set a price target of p1,500.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at p1,19...[+660 chars] 2025-03-15T01:10:57 IT Sustainability Think Tank: Environmental trends to redefine IT strategies in 2025 David Sugden https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/it-sustainability-think-tank-environmental-trends-to-redefine-it-fd1197db026ebd6bb4746b534dbfbaabb29e93d8 https://cdn.ttgtmedia.com/visuals/ComputerWeekly/Hero Images/IT-sustainability-think-tank-hero.jpg FR en Gartner has identified nine environmental trends IT leaders need to get on the front foot of in order to redefine their IT strategies in 2025. Sustainability is a critical driver for business growth. Small-scale energy systems, such as solar panels and microgrids, are revolutionising power consumption. Extreme weather events require robust climate adaptation strategies. Sustainability is a critical driver for business growth. This is not just a response to consumer demand but also a strategic move to mitigate risks associated with environmental changes. For instance,...[+1303 chars] 2025-03-15T00:28:30 SumiSaujana stands firm for listing despite market slump, say top execs Syakirah Nor https://www.nst.com.my/business/2025/03/1188571/sumisaujana-stands-firm-listing-despite-market-slump-say-top-execs https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/SumiSaujana_Group_Berhad_PL.jpg_1741998499.jpg MY en There have been 10 companies listed on the local stock exchange so far this year, including Saliran Group Bhd. All have experienced significant declines in market values with losses ranging from 10.26% to 37% since their debut. SumiSaujana Group is en route to listing next month. KUALA LUMPUR: SumiSaujana Group Bhd, which is en route to listing next month, is unfazed by current market volatility that has battered the share values of this year's 10 newly-listed firms post-debut...[+2101 chars] 2025-03-15T00:04:18 Investors in Empire Energy Group (ASX:EEG) have unfortunately lost 41% over the last three years Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/investors-empire-energy-group-asx-000418308.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/da713992716ec87035eff27f58858a3e US en Empire Energy Group Limited (ASX:EEG) saw its share price drop 41% in three years, but it's up 5.4% in the last week. In the last three years Empire Energy Group saw its revenue shrink by 10% per year. It's good to see that the company has rewarded shareholders with a total shareholder return of 5%. In order to justify the effort of selecting individual stocks, it's worth striving to beat the returns from a market index fund. But the risk of stock picking is that you will likely buy under-perform...[+3578 chars] 2025-03-15T00:00:00 Better Business: Why Startups Will Be The New Leaders Paul Klein https://www.forbes.com/sites/pklein/2025/03/15/better-business-why-startups-will-be-the-new-leaders https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67d5751dfdf2ee8a6814d17c/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Andy Fishburn is the Managing Director of Virgin StartUp, a not-for-profit organization founded by Sir Richard Branson in 2013. He believes that startups are uniquely positioned to build businesses that prioritize impact as much as profitability. Virgin Startup has provided over £90 million in funding to more than 6,000 businesses, with a strong focus on fostering socially responsible and resilient enterprises. "Change Please coffee van in front of DSQ's main entrance. In an era when large corporations are facing increasing scrutiny over their commitments to positive social impact, startups have an opportunit...[+5951 chars]" 2025-03-15T00:00:00 Ecopetrol Announces Start Dates for the Market Maker program for its Shares on the Colombian Stock Exchange PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/15/Ecopetrol_Announces_Start_Dates_for_the_Market_Maker_program https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ecopetrol S.A. has completed the necessary procedures for the implementation of the Market Maker program for its common stock with Andes Investment in accordance with the Form 6-K issued on March 3, 2025. The company's stock is traded on the NYSE. BOGOTA, Colombia, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) announces that, in accordance with the Form 6-K issued on March 3, 2025, reported by this same medium, it has...[+130 chars] 2025-03-14T22:45:06 Update: CANADA CARBON INC. ANNOUNCES PRIVATE PLACEMENT JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/update-canada-carbon-inc-announces-private-placement/article_fa7d844b-43ad-564d-b53b-f25b82cefb86.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en Canada Carbon Inc. (TSX-V: CCB) announces a non-brokered private placement of up to 35,000,000 units at a price of $0.02 per Unit for aggregate gross proceeds of $700,000. Each Unit is comprised of one common share in the capital of the Company and one purchase warrant. Each warrant entitles the holder to acquire one Common Share at a value of $.06 per share for a period of 60 months. "Twitter Email Print Copy article link Save NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR DISSEMINATION DIRECTLY, OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PAR...[+660 chars]" 2025-03-14T22:45:00 Update: CANADA CARBON INC. ANNOUNCES PRIVATE PLACEMENT Canada Carbon Inc. https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/canada-carbon-inc-announces-private-224500259.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/8a06fdffc380d38681da58fec62092e5 US en Canada Carbon Inc. (TSX-V: CCB) is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement of up to 35,000,000 units (each, a 'Unit') at a price of $0.02 per Unit for aggregate gross proceeds of $700,000. The proceeds from the Offering will be used by the Company for corporate and general working capital purposes. The Company may pay a finder's fee to eligible arm's length parties. "Toronto, ON, Canada, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canada Carbon Inc. (the ""Company"") (TSX-V : CCB) is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement of up to 35,000,000 units (each, a 'Uni...[+4745 chars]" 2025-03-14T21:05:52 Update: CANADA CARBON INC. ANNOUNCES PRIVATE PLACEMENT Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/canada-carbon-inc-announces-private-placement-and-shares-for-debt-transaction https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM5NTA0MyM2ODA3NzI1IzIwNDk1NDk= CA en Canada Carbon Inc. announces a non-brokered private placement of up to 35,000,000 units for gross proceeds of $700,000. Each Unit is comprised of one common share in the capital of the Company and one share purchase warrant. Each Warrant entitles the holder to acquire one Common Share at a price of $0.06 per share for a period of 60 months. Toronto, ON, Canada, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canada Carbon Inc. (the ' Company ') (TSX-V : CCB) is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement of up to 35,000,000 units (each, a ' U...[+438 chars] 2025-03-14T21:05:52 CANADA CARBON INC. ANNOUNCES PRIVATE PLACEMENT AND SHARES FOR DEBT TRANSACTION Globe Newswire https://www.brantfordexpositor.ca/globe-newswire/canada-carbon-inc-announces-private-placement-and-shares-for-debt-transaction https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM5NDk4NSM2ODA3NjEwIzIwNDk1NDk= CA en Canada Carbon Inc. announces a non-brokered private placement of up to 35,000,000 units for gross proceeds of $700,000. Each Unit is comprised of one common share in the capital of the Company and one share purchase warrant. Each Warrant entitles the holder to acquire one Common Share at a price of $0.06 per share for a period of 60 months. Toronto, ON, Canada, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canada Carbon Inc. (the ' Company ') (TSX-V : CCB) is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement of up to 35,000,000 units (each, a ' U...[+438 chars] 2025-03-14T21:01:00 CANADA CARBON INC. ANNOUNCES PRIVATE PLACEMENT AND SHARES FOR DEBT TRANSACTION JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/canada-carbon-inc-announces-private-placement-and-shares-for-debt-transaction/article_f15b1e39-78e3-58bb-8025-af58f0df5f32.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en Canada Carbon Inc. (TSX-V: CCB) announces a non-brokered private placement of up to 35,000,000 units at a price of $0.02 per Unit for gross proceeds up to $700,000. Each Unit is comprised of one common share in the capital of the Company and one purchase warrant. Each warrant entitles the holder to acquire one Common Share for a period of 60 months. "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR DISSEMINATION DIRECTLY, OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES Toronto, ON...[+617 chars]" 2025-03-14T21:00:00 Thai ESGX reaction mixed Business https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2980386/thai-esgx-reaction-mixed https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en Analysts offer measured response to the planned Thai ESG Extra (ESGX) fund. Some say the Finance Ministry is too optimistic about long-term equity fund (LTF) transfers to the new category and new money being ploughed into the tax-deductible fund. Political tension between the Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties is dampening sentiment on the bourse. Analysts offered a measured response to the planned Thai ESG Extra (ESGX) fund, with some saying the Finance Ministry is too optimistic about long-term equity fund (LTF) transfers to the new category ...[+2483 chars] 2025-03-14T20:35:00 Focus on finance quarterly roundtable Staff Report https://www.pacbiztimes.com/2025/03/14/focus-on-finance-quarterly-roundtable https://www.pacbiztimes.com/wp-content/themes/dailypress-child/assets/library/images/apple-touch-icon.png US en Focus on Finance is a quarterly report from the Business Times. The Trump administration has reversed course on several initiatives related to climate change and governance. ESG investing has seen varying degrees of success for the last three decades. The Argos AlphaESG Index has outperformed the S&P 500 by about 2%. Editor's Note: Welcome to Focus on Finance, a new report from the Business Times. We've had such strong responses to our Spring and Fall forecasts that we're adding March and August panel discussions ...[+14365 chars] 2025-03-14T20:00:00 Tortoise Capital Announces Index Updates for First Quarter 2025 Tortoise Capital https://finance.yahoo.com/news/tortoise-capital-announces-index-updates-200000940.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/4fbe4127ce595ce9066a78c700c57ab4 US en Tortoise Capital announced upcoming additions and deletions to its indices as part of its regular quarterly rebalancing for the first quarter of 2025. The changes will become effective after the close of trading on Friday, Mar. 21, 2025. Tortoise Capital has approximately $9.6 billion in assets under management as of Feb. 28, 2025 and was one of the earliest investors in midstream energy. OVERLAND PARK, KS / / March 14, 2025 / Tortoise Capital today announced upcoming additions and deletions to its indices as part of its regular quarterly rebalancing for the first quarter of 2025. Foll...[+8987 chars] 2025-03-14T19:43:00 SES Update on Annual General Meeting Agenda Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/ses-update-on-annual-general-meeting-agenda https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250314080117r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Annual General Meeting is scheduled for 3 April 2025. Board of Directors unanimously decides to reduce its size and change Its composition. Board supports the Non-binding Agenda Item received from Atlas. SES S.A. issued the following statements in relation to the Company's upcoming Annual General Meeting. "Article content Annual General Meeting is scheduled for 3 April 2025 Board of Director Nominees Ellen Lord and John Shaw to provide critical expertise and U.S. perspective Board of Directors unanimous...[+418 chars]" 2025-03-14T18:44:26 PZ Cussons fails to secure 75% shareholding vote to seal debt-for-equity deal Busola Aro https://www.thecable.ng/pz-cussons-fails-to-secure-75-shareholding-vote-to-seal-debt-for-equity-deal https://www.thecable.ng/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/PZ-Cussons.jpg NG en PCZN Plc was unable to secure the necessary support from some minority shareholders to convert the N51.79 billion intercompany loan owed to PZ Cussons Holdings (PZCH) into equity. PCZN announced its intentions to convert intercompany loans from PZCH into equity as part of a financial restructuring. The proposed conversion was supported by 663 of the 675 minority shareholders present at the EGM, however, 12 minority shareholders voted against the resolution. PZ Cussons Nigeria (PCZN) Plc says it was unable to secure the necessary support from some minority shareholders to convert the N51.79 billion ($34.26 million) outstanding intercompany loan owed to PZ...[+3331 chars] 2025-03-14T18:31:08 AmchamTT encourages workplace equity Andrew Gioannetti https://newsday.co.tt/2025/03/14/amchamtt-encourages-workplace-equity https://newsday.co.tt/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2985517.jpg TT en The American Chamber of Commerce of TT (AmchamTT) supports diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. CEO Nirad Tewarie was speaking at the 11th Women's Leadership Conference at the Hyatt Regency, Port of Spain on March 14. He argued that gender equality is not just a social issue but an economic imperative. "Business WHILE diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives face mounting resistance in the US, with corporations scaling back commitments and political pushback reshaping the conversation, the A...[+3009 chars]" 2025-03-14T17:50:56 Study: Nearly 40% of companies missed or abandoned 2020 climate targets with no consequences - Haas News Laura Counts https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/study-nearly-40-of-companies-missed-or-abandoned-2020-climate-targets-f1e4abf684260b870216fdfdd19d0b159b309c3b https://newsroom.haas.berkeley.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/AdobeStock_95437745.jpeg FR en Almost 40% of companies that set 2020 emissions targets either missed the mark or stopped reporting on them before the deadline. The researchers found an accountability gap: these companies faced no significant market penalties or stakeholder consequences. Almost 61% achieved their targets and about 9% failed. "Photo: jzehnder/Adobe Stock When a company misses an earnings target, it usually faces some backlash: a drop in stock prices, negative headlines, and sometimes even CEO turnover. But when it misses a ...[+1169 chars]" 2025-03-14T17:44:39 Why Startups Need ESG: A guide to building a sustainable and resilient business https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/features/Why-Startups-Need-ESG-A-guide-to-building-a-sustainable-and-resilient-business-1975593 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/990/99000646.jpg GH en Paul Nwachukwu is a Business and Sustainability Professional. He talks about the importance of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices for small business owners. He explains that it's essential for sustainability professionals to make a compelling business case for ESG. "Opinions of Friday, 14 March 2025 Columnist: Paul Nwachukwu Recently, I had the opportunity to discuss the value of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices with a startup founder. His qu...[+3406 chars]" 2025-03-14T17:37:07 AASuP inaugurates National Executive Council to drive sustainability in Africa https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/AASuP-inaugurates-National-Executive-Council-to-drive-sustainability-in-Africa-1975588 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/242/24202740.jpg GH en The Association of African Sustainability Practitioners (AASuP) has officially inaugurated its National Executive Council (NEC). NEC comprises a team of sustainability professionals dedicated to strengthening the association's governance and leadership. The council's role is to promote sustainability policies and promote best practices across industries. The event also highlighted the strategic advantages for corporate organizations joining the association. "Business News of Friday, 14 March 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com The Association of African Sustainability Practitioners (AASuP) has officially inaugurated its National Executive Council (NEC), marking...[+2362 chars]" 2025-03-14T17:27:18 SGX Nifty Futures Live: How India's ODI Win Could Drive Market Sentiment https://www.latestly.com/sports/cricket/sgx-nifty-futures-live-how-indias-odi-win-could-drive-market-sentiment-6710241.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/rohit--784x441.jpg IN en Gift Nifty Futures are derivative contracts based on the Nifty 50 index traded on the Singapore Exchange (SGX). These futures allow investors to speculate on or hedge against the future performance of the index. GIFT Nifty was rebranded in July 2023 and moved to the NSE International Exchange in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), India. SGX Nifty live, now known as GIFT Nifty live, plays an essential role in tracking India's market trends globally. These futures provide investors with an opportunity to gauge the market's direction be...[+13266 chars] 2025-03-14T17:06:36 Cegedim: DISCLOSURE OF SHARE CAPITAL AND VOTING RIGHTS https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/15/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/cegedim-disclosure-of-share-capital-and-voting-rights/2073679 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/15/566915.jpg PH en Boulogne-Billancourt, February 28, 2025. Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights. Registered name of the issuer: Cegedim SA. The disclosure is pursuant to Article L.233-8 II of the French Commercial Code and Article 223-16 of the general Regulations. "Boulogne-Billancourt, February 28, 2025 Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights (Pursuant to Article L.233-8 II of the French Commercial Code and Article 223-16 of the general Regulations of the...[+87 chars]" 2025-03-14T17:05:03 Asda says spending to cut prices will hit profits BBC News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/Asda_says_spending_to_cut_prices_will_hit_profits https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/[] US en Asda plans to spend more on reducing items in its stores.  Asda has already spent more than $1.5 billion on cutting items in recent years, and wants to spend even more. For more information, visit asda.com. Asda plans to spend more on reducing 2025-03-14T16:23:16 EU unveils plan to cut bureaucracy and boost competitiveness: The simpler the better? Armen GEORGIAN https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/talking-europe/20250314-eu-unveils-plan-to-cut-bureaucracy-and-boost-competitiveness-the-simpler-the-better https://s.france24.com/media/display/f5262502-ff53-11ef-8141-005056bfb2b6/w:1280/p:16x9/MONTAGE%20DEBAT%20EN%20SIMPLIFICATION%20coupes%20Armen.jpg FR en The EU Commission wants to remove red tape in order to stimulate investment and growth and make European companies more competitive globally. Some political groups and NGOs are concerned that the policy might be a smokescreen for rolling back standards on the environment and corporate due diligence. They suggest that an entire deregulation agenda is hiding behind the euphemism of'simplification'. Now, the EU Commission has presented what it calls a 'simplification shock'. Essentially, that means removing red tape in order to stimulate investment and growth, and to make European companies more ...[+505 chars] 2025-03-14T16:18:58 Finance: putting green funds to the test Enrico Benetto https://delano.lu/article/finance-putting-green-funds-to-the-test https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/finance-putting-green-funds-to-the-test/0.5/0.5/600/400/709059.png LU en 50% of European assets managed in Europe incorporate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. Many funds classified under Articles 8 and 9 of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) do not always have the expected impact and provide financing for companies with a high carbon footprint. European regulations (CSRD, CSDDD) aim to increase transparency and reduce the risk of greenwashing. Given that over 50% of the assets managed in Europe incorporate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria, sustainable finance is establishing itself as a driver of economic transformation. ...[+5071 chars] 2025-03-14T16:00:07 Addressing Greenwashing in Ghana's Green Transition: Enhancing public awareness and consumer protection against false eco-claims https://www.myjoyonline.com/addressing-greenwashing-in-ghanas-green-transition-enhancing-public-awareness-and-consumer-protection-against-false-eco-claims https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1-7.jpeg GH en Green transition is the shift from fossil fuel dependency to a low-carbon, sustainable economy. Greenwashing is the deceptive practice of falsely presenting a company, product, or policy as environmentally friendly without genuine sustainability efforts. Green transition is an opportunity, not a façade, but only if backed by genuine action. "EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The green transition—the global shift from fossil fuel dependency to a low-carbon, sustainable economy—is no longer just an environmental necessity but an economic imperative. For Gh...[+34661 chars]" 2025-03-14T14:19:02 President Mahama calls for overhaul of SOEs to drive national transformation https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/President-Mahama-calls-for-overhaul-of-SOEs-to-drive-national-transformation-1975535 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/674/67450390.jpg GH en President John Dramani Mahama has issued a strong directive for a comprehensive reset of Specified Entities (SEs) under the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) as part of efforts to drive national transformation and economic efficiency. He called on SOE leaders to take full responsibility for their institutions and deliver strategic value in key sectors to support Ghana's industrialization and 24-hour economy initiative. SIGA is set to transition from a passive observer to an empowered regulatory body with executive authority. "Business News of Friday, 14 March 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com President John Dramani Mahama has issued a strong directive for a comprehensive reset of Specified Entities (SEs) under the State Intere...[+3101 chars]" 2025-03-14T14:14:52 Ascot Announces Closing of the First Tranche of Private Placement Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/ascot-announces-closing-of-the-first-tranche-of-private-placement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM5NDY3NSM2ODA2MDg2IzIwOTM0NTM= CA en Ascot Resources Ltd. has closed the first of two tranches of the previously announced private placement. It has entered into extensions of the existing waiver and forbearance conditions with its Secured Creditors and received acceptance from the Toronto Stock Exchange of the Exemption. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ascot Resources Ltd. (TSX: AOT; OTCQX: AOTVF) (' Ascot ' or the ' Company ') is pleased to announce that it has closed the first of two t...[+333 chars] 2025-03-14T14:06:04 Weak governance structures lead to inefficiencies & financial mismanagement – SIGA Boss tells SoEs Laud Nartey https://3news.com/news/weak-governance-structures-lead-to-inefficiencies-financial-mismanagement-siga-boss-tells-soes https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Prof-Kpessa-Whyte.gif GH en Prof. Michael Kpessa-Whyte, Director-General of State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), has told state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in Accra that the foundation of any high-performing enterprise is sound corporate governance. He also reminded them of the immense responsibility that rests on their shoulders. Several SOEs have been operating at a loss recently. Weak governance structures lead to inefficiencies, financial mismanagement, and, ultimately, institutional failure -Director-General of State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), Prof. Michael K...[+6229 chars] 2025-03-14T14:04:59 AECOM named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the ninth year Neel Achary https://businessnewsthisweek.com/business/aecom-named-one-of-the-worlds-most-ethical-companies-for-the-ninth-year https://businessnewsthisweek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Business-News-This-Week-logos-1.jpeg IN en The Company has been honored for the fifth consecutive year for its commitment to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs. AECOM has a comprehensive cross-functional Ethics & Compliance program focused on preventing issues from occurring, detecting and resolving them if they happen and communicating lessons learned to prevent them from repeating. In 2024, the Company achieved 100 percent completion with the program's annual Code of Conduct training for employees globally. "The Company has been honored for the fifth consecutive year for its commitment to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs DALLAS (March 14, 2025) — AECOM (NYSE: A...[+3011 chars]" 2025-03-14T13:56:20 Foundation of any high-performing enterprise is sound corporate governance – SIGA Boss tells SoEs Laud Nartey https://3news.com/news/foundation-of-any-high-performing-enterprise-is-sound-corporate-governance-siga-boss-tells-soes https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Kpessa-Whyte.webp GH en Prof. Michael Kpessa-Whyte is the Director-General of State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA). He told heads of state-owned enterprises (SoEs) that the foundation of any high-performing enterprise is sound corporate governance. He reminded them of the immense responsibility that rests on their shoulders as stewards of national assets. Director-General of State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), Prof. Michael Kpessa-Whyte, has told state-owned enterprises (SoEs) that the foundation of any high-performing enterprise—whether p...[+6125 chars] 2025-03-14T13:36:53 Open Source: IBM was all about discussing diversity 5 years ago. Things have changed. Brian Gordon https://www.heraldsun.com/news/business/article301988459.html https://www.newsobserver.com/latest-news/70a2s3/picture274780246/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1140/RAL_102918-REDHAT-TEL-07.JPG US en IBM's latest annual report does not mention the word 'diversity' for the first time since 2016. President Trump has railed against diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Since his inauguration, corporations like Bank of America, Amazon and Target have walked back their diversity practices and vocabulary. "Business I'm Brian Gordon, tech reporter for The News & Observer, and this is Open Source, a weekly newsletter on business, labor and technology in North Carolina. To glimpse the recent course of Amer...[+5787 chars]" 2025-03-14T13:00:00 Europe Faces Tough Questions On Its Aviation Decarbonization Goals Victoria Moores https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/airlines-lessors/europe-faces-tough-questions-its-aviation-decarbonization-goals https://aviationweek.com/sites/default/files/2025-02/eu_destination-1-victoria_moores-atw-promo.jpg US en The goal for airlines worldwide to be carbon net zero by 2050 was set by IATA at its 2021 AGM in Boston. Europe's version is called Destination 2050. The last two years have seen skepticism and concern about the high costs of these goals, especially since the rise of carbon emissions. Is the goal for airlines worldwide to be carbon net zero by 2050 achievable? The goal was set by IATA at its 2021 AGM in Boston to acclaim, as was Europe's version, called Destination 2050, but the la...[+102 chars] 2025-03-14T12:58:36 Guinness Nigeria reaffirms market position, public listing amid takeover offer Josephine Okojie https://businessday.ng/companies/article/guinness-nigeria-reaffirms-market-position-public-listing-amid-takeover-offer https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Guinness-1.png NG en Guinness Nigeria Plc confirms its continued status as a publicly listed entity on the Nigerian Exchange following the launch of a Mandatory Takeover Offer (MTO) by N Seven Nigeria Limited (a member of the Tolaram Group). The offer involves up to 481,362,887 ordinary shares at N81.60 per share. The acceptance period for the MTO will open on March 14, 2025, and close on April 4, 2025. Guinness Nigeria Plc has confirmed its continued status as a publicly listed entity on the Nigerian Exchange following the launch of a Mandatory Takeover Offer (MTO) by N Seven Nigeria Limited (a memb...[+2993 chars] 2025-03-14T12:48:52 Group launches mentorship programme for young professionals Feyishola Jaiyesimi https://businessday.ng/careers/article/group-launches-mentorship-programme-for-young-professionals https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/ESG-1.png NG en The ESG Forum has introduced the Young Professional Forum (YPF) mentorship programme. It is a six-month initiative aimed at equipping young Nigerian professionals with critical skills for advancing sustainability. Participants will gain hands-on experience through one-on-one mentorship, career guidance, and industry-led sessions. The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Forum has introduced the Young Professional Forum (YPF) mentorship programme, a six-month initiative aimed at equipping young Nigerian professionals wit...[+1852 chars] 2025-03-14T12:02:37 Karbon-X Corp. Announces Uplisting to the OTCQB Market https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/chad-clovis-united-states-682148dae9925ce364baf1e97f326314 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Karbon-X Corp.'s common shares have commenced trading on the OTCQB Market under the ticker symbol KARX. The company's common shares are now eligible for electronic clearing and settlement in the United States through the Depository Trust Company (DTC). The listing is expected to enhance the Company's visibility and simplify the trading process. "CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / March 14, 2025 / Karbon-X Corp. (OTCQB:KARX) ('Karbon-X' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce that its common shares have commenced trading on the OTCQB Market unde...[+1830 chars]" 2025-03-14T11:32:31 Enugu Aligning Developments With SDGs Mbah New Telegraph https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4186924/enugu-aligning-developments-with-sdgs-mbah.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said his governance model was in key alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as 2030 Agenda. Mbah said this during the hosting of the Regional Stakeholders Consultation on Nigerias 2025 Voluntary Voluntary. Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said his governance model was in key alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as 2030 Agenda in order to ensure the delivery of th...[+225 chars] 2025-03-14T11:05:01 Enugu Aligning Developments With SDGs –Mbah New Telegraph-Admin https://newtelegraphng.com/enugu-aligning-developments-with-sdgs-mbah https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/640px-Ndubuisi_Mbah.jpg NG en Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said his governance model was in key alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as 2030 Agenda. Mbah said this during the hosting of the Regional Stakeholders Consultation on Nigeria's 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR), South East yesterday. "Share Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said his governance model was in key alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as 2030 Agenda in order to ensure the delivery...[+1682 chars]" 2025-03-14T11:03:49 Campaign calls out harmful egg production practices, calls for ethical farming Naledi Sikhakhane https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-03-14-campaign-calls-out-harmful-egg-production-practices-calls-for-ethical-farming https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/0000255301.jpg?fit=1280%2C669&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en More than one billion chickens are killed annually in the South African poultry industry. 27 million hens are used as egg layers, with 86% of these hens confined in battery cages. The Eggsposure Campaign was launched in March 2025 by the Southern African Faith Communities' Environment Institute (SAFCEI) and Animal Law Reform South Africa (ALRSA). Activists accuse the Consumer Goods Council of South Africa of 'obstructing civil society engagement, suppress consumer and constitutional rights, hinder transparency, and support cruel and outdated systems' More than one billion chickens are killed annually in the South African poultry industry, and in excess of 27 million hens are used as egg layers, with 86% of these hens confined in battery cages, una...[+5807 chars] 2025-03-14T10:48:18 Receipt of Nasdaq Notification Regarding Minimum Bid Price Deficiency Primega Group Holdings Limited https://www.enidnews.com/region/receipt-of-nasdaq-notification-regarding-minimum-bid-price-deficiency/article_21c06d1d-9d25-5975-99bb-93fc56f1476a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Primega Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: PGHL) received a letter from the Listing Qualifications staff of The Nasdaq Stock Market on March 12, 2025. The Company no longer meets the continued listing requirement of Nasdaq under Nasdaq Listing Rules 5550(a)(2). The notification has no immediate effect on the listing of the Company's ordinary shares. Nasdaq has provided the Company with a 180 calendar days compliance period, or until September 8, 2025, in which to regain compliance. If the Company does not regain compliance, it will be subject to delisting. HONG KONG, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Primega Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: PGHL) (the 'Company') announced that, on March 12, 2025, the Company received a letter from the Listing Qualificat...[+4303 chars] 2025-03-14T10:43:59 Trump Effect: UK Financial Regulators Abandon Plans for Additional DEI Rules Kurt Zindulka https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/03/14/trump-effect-uk-financial-regulators-abandon-plans-for-additional-dei-rules https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/03/GettyImages-1489099289-1-640x335.jpg US en Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have scrapped plans to introduce more diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements for firms. President Donald Trump has made it a priority of his administration to combat the often racist and sexist practices. Two of Britain's top financial regulators have scrapped plans to introduce more diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements for firms as the impact of President Donald Trump's anti-woke drive ...[+1902 chars] 2025-03-14T10:23:38 Receipt of Nasdaq Notification Regarding Minimum Bid Price Deficiency Primega Group Holdings Limited https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/primega-group-holdings-ltd-ecbea3cfc52b54fe06ddc24f46cadb47 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Primega Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: PGHL) received a letter from the Listing Qualifications staff of The Nasdaq Stock Market on March 12, 2025. The Company no longer meets the continued listing requirement of Nasdaq under Nasdaq Listing Rules 5550(a)(2). The notification has no immediate effect on the listing of the Company's ordinary shares. Nasdaq has provided the Company with a 180 calendar days compliance period, or until September 8, 2025, in which to regain compliance. If the Company does not regain compliance, it will be delisted. HONG KONG, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Primega Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: PGHL) (the 'Company') announced that, on March 12, 2025, the Company received a letter from the Listing Qualificat...[+3859 chars] 2025-03-14T10:22:00 Up to 75% drop! Should you dump these 30 stocks that destroyed most wealth since last Holi? Akash Podishetti https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/up-to-75-drop-should-you-dump-these-30-stocks-that-destroyed-most-wealth-since-last-holi/articleshow/119006120.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-119006106,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-63844,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en As many as 30 names lost nearly 50% or more in the last one year period due to volatility and a broader correction in Indian markets. JaiPrakash Associates declined 75% from last Holi, the highest slump by any company that has a market capitalisation over Rs 1,000 crore. Most of these stocks have a market cap of Rs 5000 crore or below. The Nifty Smallcap 100 index is down over 20% on a year-to-date, highlighting the sell-off sentiments prevailing in the Indian stocks. While there were many multibaggers since the last Holi, 56 of them to be precise, a few of the stocks also inflicted a lot of pain to investors. As many as 30 names lost nearly 50% or more in the last...[+4142 chars] 2025-03-14T10:21:48 Receipt of Nasdaq Notification Regarding Minimum Bid Price Deficiency Primega Group Holdings Limited https://www.eagletribune.com/region/receipt-of-nasdaq-notification-regarding-minimum-bid-price-deficiency/article_a1265db5-d297-5bf7-bd62-a2e3c2f6faeb.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Primega Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: PGHL) received a letter from the Listing Qualifications staff of The Nasdaq Stock Market on March 12, 2025. The Company no longer meets the continued listing requirement of Nasdaq under Nasdaq Listing Rules 5550(a)(2), to maintain a minimum bid price of $1 per share. The notification has no immediate effect on the listing of the Company's ordinary shares. Nasdaq has provided the Company with a 180 calendar days compliance period, or until September 8, 2025, in which to regain compliance. HONG KONG, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Primega Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: PGHL) (the 'Company') announced that, on March 12, 2025, the Company received a letter from the Listing Qualificat...[+1349 chars] 2025-03-14T09:55:00 New AI tool helps SMEs with green transition https://gbcode.rthk.hk/TuniS/news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1795746-20250314.htm https://newsstatic.rthk.hk/images/mfile_1795746_1_L_20250314170438.jpg HK en Green360 was launched by The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) on Friday. It's an online learning platform aimed at helping SMEs develop their environmental, social and governance (ESG) audit and reporting processes. Since January 25, all companies are required by the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing to disclose their direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions. "New AI tool helps SMEs with green transition HKGCC chair Agnes Chan says that the AI-empowered tool will support small businesses to develop ESG audit without significant costs. Photo: RTHK Hong Kong ...[+3224 chars]" 2025-03-14T09:28:13 Chesapeake Bay in the crosshairs as EPA strips federal water protections Markus Schmidt https://news.yahoo.com/chesapeake-bay-crosshairs-epa-strips-092813972.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/virginia_mercury_articles_394/5343221328224baf1d19b881704e8fd1 US en Chesapeake Bay Foundation condemned the Environmental Protection Agency's most recent deregulatory actions. The deregulations will eviscerate decades of progress and undermine efforts to combat climate change. On Wednesday, the agency revealed plans to redefine which wetlands and waterways fall under the Clean Water Act, leaving them exposed to destruction. "An aerial view of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. (Photo courtesy of Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel) The Chesapeake Bay Foundation on Thursday condemned the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) mos...[+3707 chars]" 2025-03-14T09:03:48 ADAM CRAKER: Ethical governance must meet innovation imperative in King V draft Adam Craker https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/opinion/2025-03-14-adam-craker-ethical-governance-must-meet-innovation-imperative-in-king-v-draft https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/oEid8tfzBQHWkO0xAptKVdSPERM2og9an1iwGXoCy7HVmMeYxvQdnYNOHc2XAYOZyBxuvXn7tjqlHh8gsEFS7nTLmL98tlSSTbE02Ozx8BMWLQ=s1000 ZA en The world-renowned King Code of corporate governance has been published for public comment until April 4. The update comes at a time when the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) is racing ahead of human evolution. Traditional governance models have until now been steeped in conservative language, top-down control, risk management and compliance. Principle 9 is dedicated to a governance framework for IT and emerging technologies. On the eve of its fifth iteration the world-renowned King Code of corporate governance has been published for public comment until April 4. The update comes a time when the fourth industrial revolutio...[+6319 chars] 2025-03-14T08:45:31 Oil firm justifies land acquisition amid Delta community protest Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4186595/oil-firm-justifies-land-acquisition-amid-delta-community-protest.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Axxela restated its commitment to global best practices in upholding legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Axxela clarified while reacting to a pestering from the media. Click here to read the full news article.   An oil and gas firm, Axxela, has restated its commitment to global best practices in upholding legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Axxela clarified while reacting to a p...[+34 chars] 2025-03-14T08:40:31 Community land dispute: We have legitimate documentsAxxela Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4186529/community-land-dispute-we-have-legitimate-documents-axxela.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Axxela Oil and Gas firm is committed to International best practices that upholds legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development, according to Omolara Shitu, the company's corporate communications manager. The company is also committed to upholding legal processes and community interests. Corporate Communication Manager, Axxela Oil and Gas firm, Omolara Shitu, Wednesday, said the company is committed to International best practices that upholds legal processes, community interests, and...[+60 chars] 2025-03-14T08:02:39 [브레이크뉴스] 청주시의회 의원 연구단체 `ESG정책 연구회` 발족 임창용 기자 http://breaknews.com/1100424 https://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2025031430215677.jpg?ti=1741940799 KR en """ESG"" is a collection of ESG files with text and images. It includes the following files: ""ESG(환경·  “ ””, “E.S.G” " "【충북 브레이크뉴스】임창용 기자=청주시의회 의원 연구단체인 「청주시의회 ESG정책 연구회」(대표 김은숙 의원)가 지난 14일 청주시의회 특별위원회실에서 발대식을 열고 본격적인 연구 활동을 시작했다. 이번 연구회는 청주시의 지속가능한 발전과 시민 삶의 질 향상을 목표로, ESG(환경·사회·거버넌스) 정책 연구 및 실천 방안을 마련하기 위해 구성되었다. 연구회...[+3207 chars]" 2025-03-14T08:02:32 Sammy Roth: The protectors of Santa Monica Bay are caving to Trump's dangerous demands Sammy Roth https://www.eagletribune.com/region/sammy-roth-the-protectors-of-santa-monica-bay-are-caving-to-trump-s-dangerous-demands/article_57c0ee80-a5f6-55da-b7df-78e494d5720e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Some businesses and universities are abandoning their climate goals, diversity commitments and small-d democratic values for fear of reprisal from an authoritarian Trump administration. The environmental group based in West Los Angeles, however, is standing firm to its principles, as it did before. Even as many businesses and universities rush to abandon their climate goals, diversity commitments and small-d democratic values for fear of reprisal from an increasingly authoritarian Trump administ...[+155 chars] 2025-03-14T08:00:00 Clarification https://www.aspendailynews.com/news/clarification/article_f1f678a2-00af-11f0-bfff-a79f757e6978.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/aspendailynews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/50acd222-91f5-11e9-aea3-9b4d2e149062.jpg?resize=600%2C314 US en The article 'Referendum 2 clears hurdle for Aspen entrance' mischaracterized the procedural next steps. The city is conducting pre-National Environmental Policy Act work that will inform a new environmental impact statement. A new EIS will require a vote by the city council and approval from the Colorado Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration. "Facebook Twitter Email Print Copy article link Save Thursday's article 'Referendum 2 clears hurdle for Aspen entrance' mischaracterized, in part, procedural next steps. To clarify, the city is conduct...[+276 chars]" 2025-03-14T07:46:00 AIB raises €500m through issuance of seventh green bond Emer Walsh https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/companies/arid-41593408.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/9080/4540462_3_seoimageog_AIB_20DAME_20STREET_205_1_.jpg IE en AIB has raised €500m by issuing its seventh green bond. The money will be used to finance green projects with clear environmental and climate action benefits. AIB's green lending book has been growing for several years and has been supporting the transition to a greener future. AIB has raised €500m by issuing its seventh green bond, with the proceeds contributing to the financing of projects with clear environmental and climate action benefits while also further strengthenin...[+1156 chars] 2025-03-14T07:42:35 Community land dispute: We have legitimate documents Amaechi Okwara https://blueprint.ng/community-land-dispute-we-have-legitimate-documents-axxela https://blueprint.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/delta-state-.png NG en The people of Emu-Ebendo Community in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta state protested against Axxela Oil and Gas firm's acquisition of land for a planned gas processing plant in Umuseti, Delta state. Omolara Shitu, Corporate Communications Manager, said the company is committed to International best practices that upholds legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Corporate Communication Manager, Axxela Oil and Gas firm, Omolara Shitu, Wednesday, said the company is committed to International best practices that upholds legal processes, community interests, and...[+2839 chars] 2025-03-14T07:30:01 Indonesia to launch forestry-based carbon offset trade, eyes RM888m in transactions https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/03/14/indonesia-to-launch-forestry-based-carbon-offset-trade-eyes-rm888m-in-transactions/169604 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/03/14/thumbs/400x400/265655.jpg MY en Indonesia stopped cross-border carbon trade in late 2021 to focus on meeting its own carbon reduction targets. The government launched a domestic carbon exchange in 2023 and in January it allowed sales of carbon credit certificates to foreign buyers. Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni said trade of carbon offsets from the forestry sector by private companies and community-managed forests will soon be launched. JAKARTA, March 14 — Indonesia plans to launch sales of carbon offsets from its forestry sector soon, while authorities work on recognising existing international standards, state news agency Antara re...[+1867 chars] 2025-03-14T07:30:00 Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Harvia Plc Harvia Oyj https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/notice-annual-general-meeting-harvia-073000057.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globe_newswire_uk_374/8ab57ae68f45fdbfe168af48569b5739 US en Annual General Meeting of Harvia Plc will be held on 8 April 2025 at 10.00 a.m. (EEST) in Little Finlandia's Honka-hall at Karamzininranta 4, FI-00100 Helsinki. It is possible to follow the Annual General Meeting via webcast. The Board of Directors proposes that the dividend be paid on 17 April 2025 and the second instalment paid in October 2025. "Harvia Plc Stock Exchange Release, 14 March 2025 at 9:30 a.m. EET Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Harvia Plc The shareholders of Harvia Plc are invited to the Annual General Meeting to be held...[+27232 chars]" 2025-03-14T07:27:02 Building Trust in the Age of Always-On Media Alice Ngatia https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/2025/03/building-trust-in-the-age-of-always-on-media https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/files/2025/03/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-14-at-13.28.19.jpeg KE en Alice Ngatia is concerned about the erosion of trust in business. She believes that businesses need to build and maintain trust with their stakeholders. Shell is currently in the heat of some backlash thanks to a single post that went viral on its fuel quality. Alice suggests that businesses should communicate clearly about their goals, values, and challenges to build trust. "By Alice Ngatia Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp MAR 14 – Today, social media and digital platforms amplify every opinion, never mind if that opinion is right or wrong. A single post can make...[+6769 chars]" 2025-03-14T07:15:15 Indonesia plans launch of forestry-based carbon offset trade soon, Antara reports Reuters https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/indonesia-plans-launch-forestry-based-carbon-offset-trade-soon-antara-reports-2025-03-14 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/WKERS233JFLMZA63QF6MRPZRAU.jpg?auth=0f4bdf3ae4b60019b359f437acbb545c710e36e974c0a8cf3a11f0759f1bfaf7&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Indonesia plans to launch sales of carbon offsets from its forestry sector soon. The Southeast Asian country stopped cross-border carbon trade in late 2021. The government launched a domestic carbon exchange in 2023 and in January, it allowed the sale of carbon credit certificates to foreign buyers. Indonesia has a target to reach net zero green house gas emission by 2060 or sooner. JAKARTA, March 14 (Reuters) - Indonesia plans to launch sales of carbon offsets from its forestry sector soon, while authorities work on recognising existing international standards, state news agency...[+1999 chars] 2025-03-14T06:00:00 Greenbox Darlington logistics and industrial space complete Gavin Engelbrecht https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/25004493.greenbox-darlington-logistics-industrial-space-complete https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/resources/images/19200713.jpg?type=og-image GB en Greenbox Darlington, a joint venture by Partners Group and Citivale, has delivered more than 400,000 sq ft of sustainable, Grade A logistics and industrial space. The units were designed to achieve net zero carbon in construction and operation, alongside an EPC 'A' and BREEAM 'Excellent' rating. Greenbox uses LPG at its Darlington site, achieving a 44 tCO2e reduction over 22 weeks onsite. "Greenbox Darlington, a joint venture by Partners Group and Citivale, has delivered more than 400,000 sq ft of sustainable, Grade A logistics and industrial space. The completion marks a significant mi...[+3533 chars]" 2025-03-14T05:50:38 🌱 CT energy bill gains traction with Essex input Patch AM Team https://patch.com/connecticut/essex-chester-deepriver/ct-energy-bill-gains-traction-essex-input-nodx-20250314 https://patch.com/img/cdn20/assets/layout/amPlaceholder_2.jpg US en Connecticut lawmakers approve a partially written bill on public utilities and energy. T-Mobile is America's largest 5G network. There is a St. Patrick's Day sale in Clinton, CT on Sunday, March 16th. The event calendar includes Casino Night Fundraiser at the Library and 12 other events. "Community Corner The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening in Essex. Hello Essex! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️ In today's newsletter: CT energy bill ga...[+4620 chars]" 2025-03-14T05:30:00 Nokia has published its Nokia in 2024 Annual Report and filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for 2024 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6059502 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Nokia has published its Nokia in 2024 Annual Report and filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for 2024 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The audit firm Deloitte Oy has provided an independent auditor's report on Nokia's ESEF financial statements. "Nokia Corporation Stock Exchange Release 13 March 2025 at 23:30 EET Nokia has published its Nokia in 2024 Annual Report and filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for 2024 Espoo, Finland – Nokia has tod...[+2887 chars]" 2025-03-14T05:20:49 CleanPlanet: Strategic Investment Raised From Nuveen Private Equity Impact Amit Chowdhry https://pulse2.com/cleanplanet-strategic-investment-raised-from-nuveen-private-equity-impact https://cdn.pulse2.com/cdn/2025/03/CleanPlanet-Logo.jpg US en Nuveen, the $1.3 trillion asset manager of TIAA, announced a $30 million equity investment in CleanPlanet Chemical. CleanPlanet is a leading provider of recycling-as-a-service for industrial solvents. The investment will support CleanPlanet's growth and enable the company to scale its proprietary on-site recycling technology. Nuveen, the $1.3 trillion asset manager of TIAA, announced a $30 million equity investment in CleanPlanet Chemical, a leading provider of recycling-as-a-service for industrial solvents. This investmen...[+2884 chars] 2025-03-14T05:15:12 Olympic athletes call on incoming IOC president to prioritise climate change Yahoo Daily News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/Olympic_athletes_call_on_incoming_IOC_president_to_prioritis_p https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/[] US en Athletes urge the new president to strengthen commitments to cut carbon emissions and champion sustainable practices in host cities. They also want to set a standard regarding high-polluting sponsorships and use the IOC's platform to advocate for environmental issues.   The athletes urged the new president to strengthen commitments to cut carbon emissions, champion sustainable practices in host cities, set a standard regarding high polluting sponsorships, and use the...[+31 chars] 2025-03-14T04:23:56 Delta land protest: Axxela commits to global best practices Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4185724/delta-land-protest-axxela-commits-to-global-best-practices.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Axxela, an Oil and Gas firm, yesterday declared that it is committed to global best practices that uphold legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. The post Delta land protest: Axxela commits to the best practices appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. "Delta land protest: Axxela commits to global best practices Published by Guardian on Fri, 14 Mar 2025 Click here to read full news.. Axxela, an Oil and Gas firm, yesterday declared that it is committe...[+720 chars]" 2025-03-14T04:12:16 Enugu Aligning Developments With SDGs ' Mbah Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4185502/enugu-aligning-developments-with-sdgs-mbah.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said that his governance model was in key alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as 2030 Agenda. Governor Mbah said this during the hosting of the Regional Stakeholders in Enugu. ENUGUEnugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said that his governance model was in key alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as 2030 Agenda in order to ensure the deli...[+156 chars] 2025-03-14T03:50:00 TOA & Sansiri Unite for Greener, Smarter Homes https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2979861/toa-sansiri-unite-for-greener-smarter-homes- https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250314/c1_2979861_700.jpg TH en TOA Paint (Thailand) Public Company Limited (TOA) has partnered with Sansiri to launch the 'Green Mission' - a full-scale initiative aimed at achieving Net-Zero. TOA was the first paint manufacturer in Thailand to eliminate heavy metals, mercury, and lead from architectural paints as early as 1977. ToA's eco-friendly products have been integrated into more than 22 Sansiri projects. "TOA partners with Sansiri to launch the 'Green Mission,' focusing on developing residential innovations with eco-friendly and healthcare materials. TOA Paint (Thailand) Public Company Limited (TOA), a...[+6404 chars]" 2025-03-14T03:00:49 Tanzania pushes for greater transparency in extractive sector to benefit locals, investors Joseph Prosper https://www.ippmedia.com/the-guardian/news/local-news/read/tanzania-pushes-for-greater-transparency-in-extractive-sector-to-benefit-locals-investors-2025-03-13-180708 https://www.ippmedia.com/images/favicon_ippmedia.png TZ en Tanzania implements the Extractive Industries Transparency and Accountability Act, an international law which oversees openness and in commercial operations involving the mining of gemstones, oil and natural gas. The law also outlines obligations of extractive companies, including submission of data to the committee in accordance with EITI requirements. TANZANIA implements the Extractive Industries Transparency and Accountability Act, an international law which oversees openness and in commercial operations involving the mining of gemstones, oil and ...[+2425 chars] 2025-03-14T02:21:00 Metlen listed in Dow Jones sustainability index Newsroom https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1264030/metlen-listed-in-dow-jones-sustainability-index https://www.ekathimerini.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/metlen_logo-960x600.jpg?v=1724092586 GR en Metlen Energy & Metals has been included for a third consecutive year in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Emerging Markets Sustainability Index and the S&P Global Sustainable Yearbook 2025. Metlen was among only 780 companies worldwide and the only Greece-based company selected for inclusion in the Yearbook. "Metlen Energy & Metals has been included for a third consecutive year in the prestigious Dow Jones Best-in-Class Emerging Markets Sustainability Index and the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025. ...[+697 chars]" 2025-03-14T02:12:59 Delta land protest: Axxela commits to global best practices Monday Osayande Asaba https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/delta-land-protest-axxela-commits-to-global-best-practices https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Axxela-Limited.jpg NG en Axxela, an Oil and Gas firm, yesterday declared that it is committed to global best practices that uphold legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Axxela made the clarification following a protest by the people of Emu-Ebendo Community in Ndokwa West Local Council of Delta State on Tuesday. Emu Ebendo community had protested against Axxella occupying the land as their spokespersons claimed ownership of the land. "Axxela, an Oil and Gas firm, yesterday declared that it is committed to global best practices that uphold legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Axxela made the clarificati...[+1389 chars]" 2025-03-14T02:00:00 YPrime Earns Prestigious EcoVadis Medal for Sustainability Efforts Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/business/corporations/yprime-earns-prestigious-ecovadis-medal-for-sustainability-efforts https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/YPrime.png?fit=735%2C400&ssl=1 US en YPrime has earned a top-tier EcoVadis rating and medal. The company is ranked in the top 35 percent globally among 157,000 companies assessed. YPrime is advancing a carbon management plan aligned with the Paris Agreement and prioritizing energy efficiency in procurement practices. MALVERN, PA — YPrime has solidified its reputation as a leader in responsible and sustainable business practices by earning a top-tier EcoVadis rating and medal. Ranking in the top 35 percent globally...[+2222 chars] 2025-03-14T01:31:23 S4C raises concerns over energy transition, community exclusion Waliat Musa https://guardian.ng/news/s4c-raises-concerns-over-energy-transition-community-exclusion https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Victoria-Ibezim-Ohaeri.jpg NG en Space for Change (S4C) is celebrating its 13th anniversary. S4C has long advocated for energy and environmental justice, particularly in the Niger Delta region, where oil exploration has impoverished millions despite the region's contributions to Nigeria's economy. NEITI reaffirms commitment to partnering for environmental justice. "NEITI reaffirms commitment to partnering for environmental justice As Space for Change (S4C) marks its 13th anniversary, the organisation has expressed deep concerns over Nigeria's energy transition, ...[+2236 chars]" 2025-03-14T01:18:58 Enugu aligning devt with SDGs, says Mbah Guardian Nigeria https://guardian.ng/news/enugu-aligning-devt-with-sdgs-says-mbah https://cdn.guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Peter-Mbah.webp NG en Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said his governance model was in alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as 2030 Agenda. He said this during the hosting of the Regional Stakeholders Consultation on Nigeria's 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR), South East. Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said his governance model was in alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as 2030 Agenda in order to ensure the delivery of the d...[+1502 chars] 2025-03-14T01:01:13 Grassley Discusses Accountability and Oversight of EPA Aj Taylor https://kiow.com/2025/03/13/grassley-discusses-accountability-and-oversight-of-epa http://img.youtube.com/vi/z1r-YAdmjPk/hqdefault.jpg US en Senator Chuck Grassley is concerned about the waste and fraud at the Environmental Protection Agency under the last administration. He wrote to the Biden EPA about the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund two years ago. The EPA gave him lip service about its commitment to oversight. Administrator Zeldin found that in the months leading up to President Trump taking office, the EPA sheltered $20 billion out of the Treasury at Citibank to protect the program from government oversight. Jahi Wise, President Biden's pick to lead the program, oversaw a five-billion-dollar grant to his former employer, the Coalition for Green Capital, on August 8, 2024. Power Forward Communities is made up of five non-government "Floor Remarks by Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa ''Gold Bars off the Titanic': Oversight of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund' #placement_733606_0_i{width:100%;max-width:550px;margin:0 auto;} Wednesday...[+5784 chars]" 2025-03-14T01:00:00 Solvay: acquisition of own shares https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6059394 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Solvay SA bought 175,300 shares of the Company on Euronext Brussels for the purpose of meeting any delivery obligations of Solvay shares arising from grants of its 2025 long-term incentive plans. As of March 10, 2025, the Company held a total of 1,416,886 shares. "Press release - Regulated information Brussels, March 13, 2025, 6:00pm CEST In accordance with article 8:4 of the Royal Decree of 29 April 2019 executing the Belgian Code of Companies and Associations...[+3595 chars]" 2025-03-14T00:00:00 Hong Kong on fast track to emerge as green finance hub https://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202503/14/WS67d3e2eca310c240449dae00.html http://img2.chinadaily.com.cn/images/202503/14/67d3e2eca310c240e242965d.jpeg CN en Experts call for higher professional standards and practices to help Hong Kong become a green finance center and achieve its carbon neutrality goals. Hong Kong is rolling out a phased approach to aligning corporate sustainability reporting with the International Financial Reporting Standards Sustainability Disclosure Standards. More than half of companies are struggling to have their carbon footprint fully tracked, while a critical shortage of environmental expertise threatens to thwart the city's green aspirations. With public firms in the SAR gearing up to meet a sustainability deadline, experts are calling for higher professional standards and practices to help the city become a green finance center and achiev...[+10267 chars] 2025-03-14T00:00:00 LVMH to lift age limit, letting Arnault remain CEO until 85 The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/LVMH_to_lift_age_limit_letting_Arnault_remain_CEO_until_85 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en LVMH will request shareholders to increase the age limit for its CEO and chairman roles to 85 years old. LVMH wants the limit for the CEO and Chairman roles to be raised to 85.    y LVMH will request shareholders to increase the age limit for its CEO and chairman roles to 85. 2025-03-14T00:00:00 SIGMA LITHIUM APPOINTS CIO FROM PROMINENT SAUDI ARABIAN INDUSTRIAL CONGLOMERATE AS NEW INDEPENDENT BOARD MEMBER; ... Brattleboro Reformer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/sigma_lithium_appoints_cio_from_prominent_saudi_arabian_indu_h https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sigma Lithium Corporation (TSXV/NASDAQ: SGML, BVMF: S2GM34) is based in Sao Paulo, Brazil and trades on the TSXV and the Nasdaq.    SíO PAULO, March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sigma Lithium Corporation (TSXV/NASDAQ: SGML, BVMF: S2GM34) 2025-03-14T00:00:00 Ecovadis Confirms The Achievements Of Swiss Steel Group In The Areas Of Environment And Social ... MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/Ecovadis_Confirms_The_Achievements_Of_Swiss_Steel_Group_In_T https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EcoVadis confirms the achievements of Swiss Steel Holding AG in the areas of environment and social responsibility. It is a member of the EQS Group, which is owned by the Swiss Steel Group. It's a company with a focus on the steel industry. "(MENAFN - EQS Group) Swiss Steel Holding AG / Key word(s): Miscellaneous EcoVadis confirms the achievements of Swiss Steel Group in the areas of environment and social responsibility" 2025-03-14T00:00:00 Funding freeze puts ratepayer relief programs at risk, comptroller says Times Union https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/Funding_freeze_puts_ratepayer_relief_programs_at_risk_comptr https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "They could be a major roadblock for the state to meet its climate mandates, which include a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, which could be difficult to meet. . ""They are a big roadblock to meet the state's climate mandates""" They could be a major roadblock for the state to meet its climate mandates, which include a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. 2025-03-14T00:00:00 UKSA boasts record European Space Agency contract wins Eweekly https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/UKSA_boasts_record_European_Space_Agency_contract_wins https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The agency highlights a significant increase for the funds in-flow involving ESA programmes. An additional £112 million (€134 million) in contracts for the UK space sector between June 2022 and December 2024 was expected. The ESA operates a 'geo-return' policy, which aims for ESA members to give back to the ESA. The agency highlights a significant increase for the funds in-flow involving ESA programmes. An additional £112 million (€134 million) in contracts for the UK space sector between June 2022 and Decemb...[+112 chars] 2025-03-14T00:00:00 ‘This is just the beginning': Everything you need to know about ENWIN acquiring E.L.K. Energy CTV https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/This_is_just_the_beginning_Everything_you_need_to_know_about https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Town of Essex has agreed to sell its shares in E.L.K. Energy to sell them to the City of Essex and the State of Essex. The shares will be sold on a public market. The transaction is expected to be worth around $1 billion. The Town of Essex has agreed to sell its shares of E.L.K. Energy 2025-03-14T00:00:00 【MANGA SPECIAL CONTENTS】SaaS Enables Corporate Value Management (Avant Group Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/MANGA_SPECIAL_CONTENTS_SaaS_Enables_Corporate_Value_Manageme https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Rise Company was targeted by activists because it didn't understand its own corporate value. In the Integrated Report 2022 Rise Company was accused of not understanding its own value. The report explains how the company managed to do that. In the report, the report also explains how Rise Company managed to achieve its corporate value management. ) MANGA SPECIAL CONTENTS Ⅰ Our Goals and the Society We Want to Realize SaaS Enables Corporate Value Management In our Integrated Report 2022 Rise Company was targeted by activists for failing to unde...[+44 chars] 2025-03-14T00:00:00 STRATEC RECEIVES VALIDATION OF ITS CLIMATE TARGETS FROM THE SCIENCE BASED TARGETS INITIATIVE (SBTi) Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/stratec_receives_validation_of_its_climate_targets_from_the_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en STRATEC RECEIVES VALIDATION OF its CLIMATE TARGETS FROM THE SCIENCE BASED TARGETs INITIATIVE (SBTi) 14.03.2025 / 11:35 CET/CEST. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. EQS-News: STRATEC SE / Key word(s): ESG STRATEC RECEIVES VALIDATION OF ITS CLIMATE TARGETS FROM THE SCIENCE BASED TARGETS INITIATIVE (SBTi) 14.03.2025 / 11:35 CET/CEST The issuer is solely responsible...[+98 chars] 2025-03-14T00:00:00 The Netherlands calls for the consideration of carbon removal procurement through revenues from the EU ETS (The Dutch House of Representatives) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/The_Netherlands_calls_for_the_consideration_of_carbon_remova https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Netherlands calls for consideration of carbon removal procurement through revenues from the EU ETS. The Netherlands will determine its final position on the desirability of specific carbon removal procurements based on the Dutch Roadmap for Carbon Removals and the roadmap's position on ETS1. ) The Netherlands calls for the consideration of carbon removal procurement through revenues from the EU ETS This working paper is based on the Dutch Roadmap for Carbon Removals and the roadmap's posi...[+99 chars] 2025-03-14T00:00:00 【DIALOG 01】What Is Essential to Increasing Corporate Value through Governance (Avant Group Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/DIALOG_01_What_Is_Essential_to_Increasing_Corporate_Value_th https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Tetsuji Morikawa, Group CEO of Avant Group ponders whether corporate governance reform will increase the corporate value. He shares his thoughts in the following digilog:  ""What is Essential to Increasing Corporate Value through Governance?"" " ) DIALOG 01 Ⅰ Our Goals and the Society We Want to Realize What Is Essential to Increasing Corporate Value through Governance? Tetsuji Morikawa, Group CEO of Avant Group has been pondering this for so...[+68 chars] 2025-03-14T00:00:00 Busted: Report exposes Musk operatives who infiltrated Social Security Agency Alternet https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/14/Busted_Report_exposes_Musk_operatives_who_infiltrated_Social https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Elon Musk has gone to great lengths to obscure the names and activities of staffers working for his Department of Government Efficiency. Wired reports that there are a number of young engineers whose presence at the SSA has not been reported. Musk claims it is illegal to publicly identify members of the advisory commission. "Despite his pledge of ""maximum transparency,"" Elon Musk has gone to great lengths to obscure the names and activities of staffers working for his Department of Government Efficiency—even claiming at o...[+202 chars]" 2025-03-13T23:36:24 Petra Capital Keeps Their Buy Rating on NexGen Energy Ltd. Shs Chess Depository Interests repr 1 shs (NXG) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/petra-capital-keeps-their-buy-rating-on-nexgen-energy-ltd-shs-chess-depository-interests-repr-1-shs-nxg-1034476333 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Petra Capital analyst Colin McLelland maintained a Buy rating on NexGen Energy Ltd. Shs Chess Depository Interests repr 1 shs (NXG – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$14.33. The company's shares opened today at A$7.48. Petra Capital analyst Colin McLelland maintained a Buy rating on NexGen Energy Ltd. Shs Chess Depository Interests repr 1 shs (NXG – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$14.33. The compa...[+476 chars] 2025-03-13T23:33:03 Oil firm justifies land acquisition amid Delta community protest Matthew Ochei https://punchng.com/oil-firm-justifies-land-acquisition-amid-delta-community-protest https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/11024206/Axxela.png NG en The people of the Emu-Ebendo community in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State protested against the illegal acquisition of land by the oil and gas firm, Axxela. The company said the land it acquired had legitimate titles and a registered deed of assignment with the state governor's consent in 2024. It also expressed its commitment to stakeholders' engagement to ensure a peaceful disposition with host communities. "An oil and gas firm, Axxela, has restated its commitment to global best practices in upholding legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Axxela clarified while reacting to a p...[+2260 chars]" 2025-03-13T23:06:45 Seplat CEO acquires 50,000 additional shares Temitope Aina https://punchng.com/seplat-ceo-acquires-50000-additional-shares https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/10072839/Seplat-CEO.jpg NG en Roger Brown, the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Seplat Energy Plc, has acquired 50,000 additional ordinary shares in the company. He now holds 4,203,776 shares, representing 0.7144% of the company's total issued shares of 588,444,561. "The Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Seplat Energy Plc, Roger Brown, has acquired 50,000 additional ordinary shares in the company. This was disclosed in a notice filed on the Nigeria...[+705 chars]" 2025-03-13T23:00:00 Form 8.3 - Good Energy Group Plc https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6059359 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Rathbones Group Plc has interests in 312,653 shares worth 1.68% of the relevant securities. The person making the disclosure is a person with interests in 1% or more of these shares. The transaction details should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions). "8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the 'Code') 1. KEY INFORMATION (a) Fu...[+5035 chars]" 2025-03-13T22:41:00 ESG funds tally to exceed B100bn in H2 Nuntawun Polkuamdee https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2979653/esg-funds-tally-to-exceed-b100bn-in-h2 https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/03/14/5508288_700.jpg TH en Total investment in environmental, social and governance (ESG) funds is projected to exceed 100 billion baht in the second half of this year. New Thai ESG Extra fund could attract new investments of roughly 30 billion. Institutional investors are ready to invest in Thai stocks because of the growth of listed Thai companies' earnings. Total investment in environmental, social and governance (ESG) funds is projected to exceed 100 billion baht in the second half of this year, including transfers from maturing long-term equity funds (...[+2529 chars] 2025-03-13T22:39:00 TGS: MANDATORY NOTIFICATION OF TRADES https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6059347 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en In February 2019, TGS implemented an Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) pursuant to which eligible employees can purchase TGS common shares at a discount through payroll deductions. Kristian Johansen, Tana Pool, Whitney Eaton and others received shares from the ESPP purchase on March 7, 2025. Oslo, Norway (13 March 2025) – In February 2019, TGS implemented an Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) pursuant to which eligible employees can purchase TGS common shares at a discount through payrol...[+1247 chars] 2025-03-13T22:37:00 Director/PDMR Shareholding Mar. 13, 2025 22:37 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6059338 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Milena Mondini de Focatiis (CEO), Geraint Jones (CFO), Alistair Hargreaves (CEO UK Insurance), Keith Davies (CRO) and Scott Cargill (CEO Admiral Money) were notified about a transaction. Ordinary shares worth GBP 30.00 were exchanged for 59 shares under the Admiral Group Approved Share Incentive Plan (SIP) on 13 March 2025. "1 Details of the person discharging managerial responsibilities (PDMR)/person closely associated with them (PCA) a) Name Milena Mondini de Focatiis (CEO/PDMR) Geraint Jones (CFO/PDMR) Alistair Hargrea...[+947 chars]" 2025-03-13T21:37:00 India's Nascent Blue Economy: Structural Constraints and Climate Change Challenges https://thediplomat.com/2025/03/indias-nascent-blue-economy-structural-constraints-and-climate-change-challenges https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/sizes/td-story-s-2/thediplomat_2025-03-13-123957.jpg JP en As the Indian government finalizes its blue economy policy, there is a clear case for open, inclusive, and transparent dialogue with all stakeholders. The policy aims to boost the contribution of marine resources to the country's GDP and improve the lives of coastal communities. The government's lackadaisical attitude and the challenges posed by climate change make the journey tougher. As the Indian government finalizes its blue economy policy, there is a clear case for open, inclusive, and transparent dialogue with all stakeholders. Credit: Photo by Sudeshna Sahoo on Unsplash Subsc...[+11166 chars] 2025-03-13T21:11:46 'SEC's Climate Risk Disclosure Rule Would Compel Companies to Make Scientifically False and Misleading Disclosures', By Stone Washington and William Happer Stephen Heins https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/secs-climate-risk-disclosure-rule https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa81d9fee-8921-43bd-83d4-50ae287e0cb4_640x427.jpeg US en SEC's Climate Risk Disclosure Rule would force companies to make scientifically false and misleading information about carbon dioxide and other GHGs' role in climate-related risks to investors. It would increase annual compliance costs from $3.8 billion to $10.2 billion, a $6.4 billion rise. The rule must be rescinded or ruled invalid by the courts. "SEC's Climate Risk Disclosure Rule Would Compel Companies to Make Scientifically False and Misleading Disclosures As to costs, the SEC's own numbers found that the proposed rule would increase annual ...[+6773 chars]" 2025-03-13T20:32:49 The real lesson of the American Airlines ESG ruling Derek Kreifels https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/mar/13/real-lesson-american-airlines-esg-ruling https://twt-thumbs.washtimes.com/media/image/2025/03/13/B3kreifelsLGinvesting_c0-621-1600-1554_s1200x700.jpg?50c1e391fd383214d4896cf43b5a901cab4e7b7d US en Bryan Spence, an American Airlines pilot, sued his employer because he believed the company's retirement plan management didn't align with his values or financial interests. American Airlines hadn't even offered ESG investment options in its 401(k) plan. The company was found to have violated its fiduciary duty by failing to maintain sufficient separation between its corporate ESG goals and its pension management. "OPINION: A revealing detail in the landmark environmental, social and governance ruling against American Airlines deserves more attention. This case wasn't brought by conservative activists or Republi...[+4247 chars]" 2025-03-13T20:29:34 Nutrien Releases 2024 Sustainability Report Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/nutrien-releases-2024-sustainability-report/article_322ef09b-1739-5692-8ab0-0ef6de476117.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Nutrien Ltd. (TSX and NYSE: NTR) released its 2024 Sustainability Report today. It details company performance and provides an update on its sustainability initiatives. It is based on the company's current financial condition and its current sustainability initiatives, which are based on its current financial position. "SASKATOON, Saskatchewan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 13, 2025-- Nutrien Ltd. (TSX and NYSE: NTR) released its 2024 Sustainability Report today, detailing company performance and providing an update on its su...[+25 chars]" 2025-03-13T20:11:00 OPG issues $1 billion in green bonds and welcomes Cedar Leaf Capital to its dealer syndicate Ontario Power Generation Inc https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/opg-issues-1-billion-in-green-bonds-and-welcomes-cedar-leaf-capital-to-its-dealer-syndicate-866794706.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2641470/Ontario_Power_Generation_Inc__OPG_issues__1_billion_in_green_bon.jpg?p=twitter CA en Cedar Leaf Capital, Inc. has joined the syndicate of dealers of Ontario Power Generation and served as co-manager on the issuance of $1 billion CAD in green bonds under OPG's Sustainable Finance Framework. BMO Capital Markets, CIBC Capital Markets and National Bank Financial acted as joint bookrunners on the transaction. OPG will use the net proceeds to fund a range of low-carbon energy projects. "Bonds will be used to finance eligible low-carbon projects under OPG's Sustainable Finance Framework TORONTO, March 13, 2025 /CNW/ - Cedar Leaf Capital, Inc., Canada's first majority Indigenous-owned ...[+4068 chars]" 2025-03-13T20:03:13 Safe & Green Holdings Announces Record Date and Meeting Date for the 2025 Annual ... Safe https://www.eagletribune.com/region/safe-green-holdings-announces-record-date-and-meeting-date-for-the-2025-annual/article_9a154595-96df-56de-add1-67fa87d486f3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Safe & Green Holdings Corp. is a leading developer, designer and fabricator of modular structures. The 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders will be held on April 24, 2025. New Asia Holdings Corp.'s shareholders will vote on the second phase of the merger transaction involving Olenox Corp. and Machfu, Inc., which would create a diversified company. MIAMI, FL, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Safe & Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SGBX) ('Safe & Green Holdings' or the 'Company'), a leading developer, designer, and fabricator of modular structures...[+1168 chars] 2025-03-13T20:03:13 Safe & Green Holdings Announces Record Date and Meeting Date for the 2025 Annual ... Safe https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/safe-green-holdings-announces-record-date-and-meeting-date-for-the-2025-annual/article_d4efe619-cba1-5880-b715-ba69182c38f9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Safe & Green Holdings Corp. is a leading developer, designer and fabricator of modular structures. The 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders will be held on April 24, 2025. New Asia Holdings Corp.'s shareholders will vote on the second phase of the merger transaction involving Olenox Corp. and Machfu, Inc., which would create a diversified company. MIAMI, FL, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Safe & Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SGBX) ('Safe & Green Holdings' or the 'Company'), a leading developer, designer, and fabricator of modular structures...[+1168 chars] 2025-03-13T19:56:00 Mahama directs SIGA to ensure CEOs comply with Assets Declaration Law Modernghana https://www.modernghana.com/news/1385935/mahama-directs-siga-to-ensure-ceos-comply-with.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/313202584155-h41o266fey-president-mahama-national-economic-dialogue-2025-1.jpg GH en President John Dramani Mahama has directed the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) to ensure that all chief executive officers of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) comply with the Assets Declaration Law. The law aims to prevent corruption, detect illicit enrichment and address conflicts of interest by requiring officials to disclose their assets and liabilities. President John Dramani Mahama has directed the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) to ensure that all chief executive officers of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) comply with the Assets Decl...[+4700 chars] 2025-03-13T19:53:24 First EU Vote To Delay Sustainability Reporting Requirements Set For April 1 Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/First_EU_Vote_To_Delay_Sustainability_Reporting_Requirements https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XYmS_8GEU8Y/0.jpg US en On February 26, the European Commission adopted a proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the EU and delay implementation until 2028. The proposal was adopted by the Commission on February 26th.    in response to a request from the European Parliament. On February 26, the European Commission adopted a proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the EU and delay implementation until 2028 2025-03-13T19:24:56 How to balance sustainability, equity and rights of all consumers Pradeep S Mehta https://www.deccanchronicle.com/opinion/columnists/pradeep-s-mehta-how-to-balance-sustainability-equity-and-rights-of-all-consumers-1866789 https://www.deccanchronicle.com/h-upload/2025/03/13/1898706-baku.jpg IN en This year's World Consumer Rights Day is on the theme of 'A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles'. Global South led by India reiterated the need for climate justice. Developed nations responsible for high emissions must take the lead in financing clean transitions. Global support is essential for accelerating clean transition without sacrificing economic development. A green transition is an imperative -- but will it be fair for all? As economies shift to greener models, the challenge is to ensure that sustainability does not come at the cost of economic security,...[+6325 chars] 2025-03-13T19:13:09 Proxy Season & Activism Expectations: InvestorCom President John Grau at Tulane 2025 Corp Gov https://finance.yahoo.com/news/proxy-season-activism-expectations-investorcom-191309659.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/gF1EsufZTCwjmBKOXFoIYg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02MjQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/corpgov_com_597/a85049b20dcfc0655ad663802ad0b328 US en CorpGov hosted a fireside chat with John Grau, President of InvestorCom at the 37th Annual Tulane Corporate Law Institute Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. The interview was joined by Editor-in-Chief John Jannarone. They discussed 2025 proxy season expectations, changes in DEI policies, predictions for activism and the likelihood of small cap activity. CorpGov hosted a fireside chat with John Grau, President of InvestorCom at the 37th Annual Tulane Corporate Law Institute Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. The in-person interview was joined by Ed...[+586 chars] 2025-03-13T19:08:09 Navigating Policy & Activism: Okapi Partners CEO Bruce Goldfarb at Tulane 2025 Corp Gov https://finance.yahoo.com/news/navigating-policy-activism-okapi-partners-190809087.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/ckRXjyKi.KRID5iEA9F7HA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02MzE-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/corpgov_com_597/e13e1d1e7a6894d9d9b68e3f0ce5b4e8 US en CorpGov hosted a fireside chat with Bruce Goldfarb, President and CEO of Okapi Partners at the 37th Annual Tulane Corporate Law Institute Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. Bruce and CorpGov discussed the likelihood of increasing activism in 2025, equity market volatility, expected changes in antitrust policies and M&A, new DEI and ESG policies and corporate governance. CorpGov hosted a fireside chat with Bruce Goldfarb, President and CEO of Okapi Partners at the 37th Annual Tulane Corporate Law Institute Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. The in-person interview ...[+565 chars] 2025-03-13T18:54:22 FEMA Eyes Purging Climate Phrases, DEI From Natural Disaster Docs Ireland Owens https://climatechangedispatch.com/fema-eyes-purging-climate-phrases-dei-from-official-docs https://climatechangedispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/biden-speech-dei.jpg US en FEMA is preparing to remove mentions of climate change and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) from its official documents. The agency is considering axing phrases such as 'water conservation,' 'electric vehicles,' and 'fossil fuels' from official documents that direct its response to natural disasters. The report comes amid ongoing efforts from the Trump administration to eliminate DEI-related programs and Biden-era energy and environmental justice initiatives. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is reportedly gearing up to remove mentions of climate change and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) from its official documents. [emphasis, links ad...[+3328 chars] 2025-03-13T18:49:31 We need to move beyond mere survival to sustained value creation - SIGA Director-General https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/We-need-to-move-beyond-mere-survival-to-sustained-value-creation-SIGA-Director-General-1975414 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/274/27430687.jpg GH en Professor Michael Kpessa-Whyte, Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), has called for a collective commitment to transforming Ghana's State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) into world-class institutions. He made the remarks at a high-level engagement with sector leaders of Ghana's SOEs, Specified Entities, and President John Dramani Mahama at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra on March 13, 2025. "Business News of Thursday, 13 March 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com The Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), Professor Michael Kpessa-Whyte, has called for a collecti...[+2621 chars]" 2025-03-13T18:44:32 President Mahama directs SIGA to ensure CEOs comply with Assets Declaration Law Iddi Yire https://gna.org.gh/2025/03/president-mahama-directs-siga-to-ensure-ceos-comply-with-assets-declaration-law https://gna.org.gh/web/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/President-Mahama-National-Economic-Dialogue-2025-1.jpg GH en President John Dramani Mahama has directed the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) to ensure that all chief executive officers of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) comply with the Assets Declaration Law. The law aims to prevent corruption, detect illicit enrichment and address conflicts of interest by requiring officials to disclose their assets and liabilities. "By Iddi Yire Accra, March 13, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has directed the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) to ensure that all chief executive officers of State-Owned Enterprise...[+4744 chars]" 2025-03-13T18:39:17 The growing climate divide Zeina Eyceoz https://www.nhbr.com/the-growing-climate-divide https://www.nhbr.com/content/uploads/2024/08/s/m/zeinaeyceoz-columnist.jpg US en The U.S. has reversed key climate policies and withdrawn support for the Paris Agreement. European Union is establishing comprehensive sustainability standards for corporate sustainability. The EU has introduced landmark frameworks like the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The CSRD is entering its first active reporting year in 2025. The urgency of climate action is intensifying, yet a stark contrast emerges between the evolving international regulatory landscape and recent U.S. policy reversals. While global players like the Euro...[+4186 chars] 2025-03-13T18:21:00 Attendance at board meetings improved in Maharatna, Navratna cos: Excellence Enablers PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/attendance-at-board-meetings-improved-in-maharatna-navratna-cos-excellence-enablers/articleshow/118984915.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118984959,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-3534085,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en In the last four years, board meeting attendance by directors in Maharatna and Navratna companies has improved. In the survey, which covered 13 companies, no director had zero attendance at board meetings in FY24, whereas in FY23, 14 directors had no attendance. Board size, number of independent directors, and women representation on boards have also improved. "Central public sector enterprises in the country, specifically Maharatna and Navratna companies , have seen significant improvement in board meeting attendance by directors over the past four years, a...[+3762 chars]" 2025-03-13T18:16:41 Sebi widens scope of unpublished price sensitive information PTI https://www.millenniumpost.in/business/sebi-widens-scope-of-unpublished-price-sensitive-information-602338 https://www.millenniumpost.in/images/logo.png IN en Sebi has widened the ambit of the scope of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) and amended insider trading regulations. The new rules will come into force from June 10. The move is aimed at enhancing regulatory clarity and uniformity in compliance. New Delhi: Markets regulator Sebi has widened the ambit of the scope of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) by including any proposed fundraising activities agreements which can impact the ...[+1717 chars] 2025-03-13T18:06:12 Exxaro Appoints Ben Magara as New CEO Staff Reporter https://www.thezimbabwemail.com/business/exxaro-appoints-ben-magara-as-new-ceo https://i0.wp.com/www.thezimbabwemail.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Ben-Magara.jpg?resize=492%2C349&ssl=1 ZW en Ben Magara has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Exxaro Resources effective 1 April 2025. Riaan Koppeschaar will continue in his role as Finance Director. Magara is a seasoned mining engineer with over 35 years of experience in both soft and hard rock mining. He played a key role in the turnaround and successful disposal of Lonmin Plc to Sibanye Stillwater and founded Africa Mining & Metals Group (AMMG) in 2020. He will step down from the Board of Grindrod Limited to fully commit to his new role. "Ben Magara LONDON – Exxaro Resources has announced the appointment of Ben Magara as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 April 2025. Magara will take over from Acting CEO Riaan Koppeschaar, wh...[+1273 chars]" 2025-03-13T18:05:00 Promoter Ajay Singh sells nearly 1% stake in SpiceJet for Rs 52 crore PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/promoter-ajay-singh-sells-nearly-1-stake-in-spicejet-for-rs-52-crore/articleshow/118984522.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118984544,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-17716,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Ajay Singh, one of the promoters and MD of SpiceJet divested nearly 1 per cent stake in the budget airline for Rs 52.31 crore. Singh's holding in SpiceJet has come down to 22 per cent from 22.90 per cent. SpiceJet shares declined 6.38 per cent to close at Rs 45.48 on the BSE on Thursday. "Ajay Singh, one of the promoters and MD of SpiceJet , on Thursday divested nearly 1 per cent stake in the budget airline for Rs 52 crore through an open market transaction . According to the bulk deal...[+2895 chars]" 2025-03-13T18:03:19 SEBI Reforms Performance Reviews Under Tuhin Pandey Leadership IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/sebi-remove-digital-performance-tracking-employee-appraisals-884 https://one.newkerala.com/images/r/sebi-office-iansf.webp IN en SEBI is reassessing its performance review methods to bring in a more balanced approach. The new approach emphasizes qualitative assessment over numerical targets. The concept of Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs) has been a part of the bSEBI's system for over 20 years. The timeline for completing rights issues has been reduced from 126 days to just 23 days. "SEBI removes digital MIS from employee performance evaluations Chairperson Tuhin Pandey leads performance review transformation New approach emphasizes qualitative assessment over numerical targets Ri...[+2039 chars]" 2025-03-13T17:54:00 Veep inaugurates Bank of Ghana Board, calls for examination of existing policies Anku https://gna.org.gh/2025/03/veep-inaugurates-bank-of-ghana-board-calls-for-examination-of-existing-policies https://gna.org.gh/web/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Economics-BOG-Board-1.jpg GH en Vice-President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called on the Governing Board of the Bank of Ghana to examine the bank's existing policies to ensure they are aligned with contemporary policies. She made the call when she swore in the Board in Accra. Five of the Board's members are women, with over 40 per cent representation. "By Morkporkpor Anku Accra, March 13, GNA – Vice-President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has urged the Governing Board of the Bank of Ghana to examine the bank's existing policies to ensure they ...[+2799 chars]" 2025-03-13T17:33:00 JP Morgan boss attacks ‘incompetent' advisers that pushed diversity agenda Louis Goss https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/03/13/jp-morgan-boss-attacks-incompetent-advisers-that-pushed-dei https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/03/13/TELEMMGLPICT000399752696_17418850621660_trans_NvBQzQNjv4BqsIypZ3qs7ia7yMbcaCra4mEUUPjzWBGWsvf_yGW2zjI.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Glass Lewis and Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) advise 90% of the world's largest pension funds and asset managers on votes in shareholder resolutions. There is a growing backlash against the powerful advisory firms over their positions on corporate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. "The chief executive of JP Morgan has branded two of the world's top shareholder proxy advisers 'incompetent' amid a growing backlash over their support for diversity policies. Jamie Dimon said Glass L...[+3135 chars]" 2025-03-13T17:30:00 Opinion - A radical European law could devastate the U.S. economy Justin Haskins https://www.yahoo.com/news/opinion-radical-european-law-could-173000616.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_hill_articles_341/ee219d526ffbb4220fedcd2cc0f217fc US en The European Union passed the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive in May 2024. It seeks to impose environmental, social, and governance mandates on businesses worldwide. It applies to large companies operating in EU markets, regardless of their home country. It also applies to small and medium-sized companies as well. It will be gradually introduced over the next several years, with full implementation required for the largest companies by 2027. The directive also enhances the power of labor unions. In May 2024, officials in the European Union passed a radical new law that threatens to deal a severe blow to the U.S. economy, erode individual freedoms and coerce thousands of American companies int...[+5803 chars] 2025-03-13T17:30:00 A radical European law could devastate the U.S. economy Justin Haskins https://thehill.com/opinion/international/5192178-a-radical-european-law-could-devastate-the-u-s-economy https://thehill.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/GettyImages-1673258162-e1741833762973.jpg?w=1280 US en The European Union passed the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive in May 2024. It seeks to impose environmental, social, and governance mandates on businesses worldwide. It applies to large companies operating in EU markets, regardless of their home country. It also applies to small and medium-sized companies as well. It will be gradually introduced over the next several years, with full implementation required for the largest companies by 2027. The directive also enhances the power of labor unions. In May 2024, officials in the European Union passed a radical new law that threatens to deal a severe blow to the U.S. economy, erode individual freedoms and coerce thousands of American companies int...[+5518 chars] 2025-03-13T17:26:30 ACCA gives Cautious Welcome to EU Sustainability Changes ACCA https://businessnewswales.com/acca-gives-cautious-welcome-to-eu-sustainability-changes https://businessnewswales.com/wp-content/uploads/Mike-Suffield.png GB en The European Union has proposed changes to some of the requirements in the European Green Deal. ACCA welcomes the intent behind the Omnibus Directive, which is intended to save cost, reduce the burden on smaller businesses, and make European companies more competitive. Mike Suffield, Director of ACCA's Policy and Insights, said that businesses need consistency, clarity and certainty. "ACCA gives Cautious Welcome to EU Sustainability Changes The European Union (EU) has proposed changes to some of the requirements in the European Green Deal, as set out in the Omnibus Directive publis...[+2130 chars]" 2025-03-13T17:20:02 Republicans Step Up Attacks on New ESG Regulations From Europe Frances Schwartzkopff https://www.yahoo.com/news/republicans-step-attacks-esg-regulations-172002934.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/.KNeO3AS53NegF825mmD3w--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_politics_602/e8e11c954539c9b7db877efb34089d32 US en US Senator Bill Hagerty of Tennessee has introduced a bill to protect American companies from environmental and social regulations in Europe. The EU's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive seeks to hold large companies accountable for ESG violations and requires them to produce climate transition plans. The European Commission proposed significant changes to the directive last month. "(Bloomberg) -- US Senator Bill Hagerty of Tennessee has introduced a bill that he says is designed to protect American companies from ESG regulations in Europe. Trump DEI Purge Hits Affordable Housing...[+2696 chars]" 2025-03-13T17:18:30 EssilorLuxottica: Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights Outstanding as of March 12, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/14/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/essilorluxottica-disclosure-of-share-capital-and-voting-rights-outstanding-as-of-march-12-2025/2073074 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/14/566014.png PH en As of March 12, 2025, shares and voting rights outstanding of EssilorLuxottica breaks down as indicated below. For further information, please consult the Prospectus which received Visa No. 18-460 from the AMF on September 28, 2018 and its Securities Note Supplement. The prospectus is available on the website. "Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights Outstanding as of March 12, 2025 (Pursuant to Article L.233-8 II of the French Commercial Code and articles 221-1 and 223-16 of the General Regulations of...[+697 chars]" 2025-03-13T17:18:00 Alpha Ladder Group's MVGX Leads Sustainability and Decarbonisation Efforts at the World Aquatics Championships https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6058908 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F03%2F13%2F20b1933bc475444eacda030bb9f28930.jpg TW en MVGX Tech Pte Ltd has been named the Official Sustainability Solutions Partner of the World Aquatics Championships Singapore 2025. MVGX will provide a suite of carbon reporting tools, sustainability frameworks, and stakeholder engagement initiatives to ensure that sustainability is deeply embedded in every aspect of the championships. SINGAPORE , March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- MVGX Tech Pte Ltd (MVGX), a subsidiary of Alpha Ladder Group and a leader in sustainability solutions, has been named the Official Sustainability Solutions P...[+7437 chars] 2025-03-13T17:00:00 Galaxy Schedules Webcast and Investor Call to Review Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results on March 28, 2025 Galaxy Digital Holdings Ltd https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/galaxy-schedules-webcast-and-investor-call-to-review-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-on-march-28-2025-876471029.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2641318/Galaxy_Digital_Holdings_Ltd__Galaxy_Schedules_Webcast_and_Invest.jpg?p=twitter CA en Galaxy Digital Holdings Ltd. (TSX: GLXY) will report fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results before the opening of the Toronto Stock Exchange on March 28th, 2025. Michael Novogratz, CEO and Founder of Galaxy, and members of management will host a conference call to provide an update to shareholders on the Company's activities and results on the same day at 8:30 AM Eastern Time. "NEW YORK, March 13, 2025 /CNW/ - Galaxy Digital Holdings Ltd. (TSX: GLXY) (""Galaxy"", ""GDH Ltd."" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce that it will report fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial...[+1616 chars]" 2025-03-13T16:54:34 UK Financial Watchdogs Scrap Diversity, Inclusion Plans Owen Evans https://www.theepochtimes.com/world/uk-financial-watchdogs-scrap-diversity-inclusion-plans-5824711 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/03/05/id5820653-GettyImages-2202870537-OP-1080x720.jpg US en Britain's top financial regulators have scrapped plans to enhance diversity and inclusion in the industry. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Bank of England's regulatory arm, the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), said in a March 13 statement that the plans would have imposed extra regulatory burdens. Chancellor of the Exchequer urged regulators to develop policies that do not overly burden companies. President Donald Trump has signed executive orders that seek to roll back diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. "Britain's top financial regulators said on Thursday that they have scrapped plans to enhance diversity and inclusion in the industry. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Bank of England's re...[+2701 chars]" 2025-03-13T16:30:48 Spuerkeess issues inaugural €500m green bond https://delano.lu/article/spuerkeess-issues-inaugural-eu500m-green-bond https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/spuerkeess-issues-inaugural-eu500m-green-bond/0.5/0.5/600/400/710927.jpg LU en Spuerkeess on 13 March 2025 announced that it had successfully issued its €500m '6NC5 Senior Preferred Green Bond' on 12 March. The bond will be listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE) and displayed on Luxembourg Green Exchange (LGX). Proceeds raised will be used to finance energy-efficient buildings in Luxembourg. Deutsche Bank was the global coordinator of the transaction. 'The strong investor interest not only highlights their confidence in our credit profile, business strategy, and long-term financial resilience, but also reflects the growing appetite for credible and...[+1978 chars] 2025-03-13T16:05:37 Match the pace of reset or step aside – Mahama cautions heads of state agencies https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Match-the-pace-of-reset-or-step-aside-Mahama-cautions-heads-of-state-agencies-1975381 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/198/19841212.jpg GH en President John Dramani Mahama warned heads of state agencies to produce their performance reviews in 2026 or step aside. He stressed that his government will no longer tolerate financial mismanagement and inefficiencies within state enterprises. He emphasised that SOEs, such as the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), the Ghana Grid Company, the Ghana Water Company and the Ghana Cocoa Board, must play stronger roles in driving economic development. "Business News of Thursday, 13 March 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com President John Dramani Mahama has issued a caution to heads of state agencies to match the pace of reset or step aside if they fail to...[+2463 chars]" 2025-03-13T16:00:01 Fossil fuel lobby pushes for immunity, threatening future climate litigation Dharna Noor in Houston https://news.yahoo.com/news/fossil-fuel-lobby-pushes-immunity-160001408.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_guardian_765/7a244c28bb969db954ac11a1ee21aaf2 US en Nearly 200 advocacy groups have urged Democratic representatives to reject potential industry attempts to obtain immunity from litigation. They fear the industry will go further, pursuing total immunity from all existing and future climate lawsuits. In the last decade, states and municipalities have brought more than 30 lawsuits accusing big oil of intentionally covering up the climate risks of their products, and seeking potentially billions in damages. "As fossil fuel interests attack climate accountability litigation, environmental advocates worry they are pursuing a path that would destroy all future prospects for such cases. Nearly 200 advocacy gr...[+4927 chars]" 2025-03-13T16:00:00 Climate reporting cuts bad for business Dr Yinka Moses https://newsroom.co.nz/2025/03/14/climate-reporting-cuts-bad-for-business https://i0.wp.com/newsroom.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/getty-climate-reporting-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1708&ssl=1 NZ en New Zealand has been at the forefront of mandating climate-related financial disclosures for big corporates. About 200 large financial institutions and publicly listed companies are now required to report annually on their climate related actions. The Government is proposing to soften the rules, mainly in response to claims of high compliance costs. Opinion: New Zealand has been at the forefront of mandating climate-related financial disclosures for big corporates. Following a landmark law change in 2021, about 200 large financial institutions an...[+5601 chars] 2025-03-13T15:49:56 Axxela Reacts to Delta Community's Demand to Vacate Land Nigeria https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/13/axxela-reacts-to-delta-communitys-demand-to-vacate-land https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/Axxela.jpg NG en The people of Emu-Ebendo in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State staged a peaceful protest on Tuesday over alleged forcible takeover of their ancestral land for the operations of Axxela, an oil and gas company. The company restated its commitment to due legal processes, community interests and sustainable development in a statement yesterday. "*Emu-Ebendo claims bonafide ownership of disputed land Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba Oil and Gas company, Axxela, has restated its commitment to global best practices that would not undermine due legal p...[+3908 chars]" 2025-03-13T15:49:16 UK emissions fell to lowest level since 1872 last year, analysis finds Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/uk-emissions-fell-to-lowest-level-since-1872-last-year-analysis-finds-b1216559.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/03/13/15/6f2b0620fd7fa8d39d2b2f295a061153Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQxOTY2ODA5-2.78185028.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en The country aims to reduce economy-wide emissions by at least 81% by 2035, relative to 1990 levels, and reach net zero by 2050, meaning all emissions would be equal to those removed from the atmosphere. Under UN climate plans, the country wants to reduce emissions by as much as 80%. Under its UN climate plans, the country aims to reduce economy-wide emissions by at least 81% by 2035, relative to 1990 levels, and reach net zero by 2050, meaning all emissions would be equal to thos...[+30 chars] 2025-03-13T15:45:38 NC Senate debates bill to undo climate regulations on Duke Energy WRAL https://www.wral.com/video/nc-senate-debates-bill-to-undo-climate-regulations-on-duke-energy/21908132 https://wwwcache.wral.com/asset/news/2025/03/13/21908141/livevidthumb-DMID1-66a3ah59d-640x480.jpg US en NC Senate debates bill to undo climate regulations on Duke Energy. In 2021, state lawmakers required Duke Energy to hit carbon-reduction goals by 2030 to fight climate change, in exchange for more freedom to raise rates. Now the legislature wants to undo those climate rules. "News NC Senate debates bill to undo climate regulations on Duke Energy In 2021, state lawmakers required Duke Energy to hit carbon-reduction goals by 2030 to fight climate change, in exchange for more...[+79 chars]" 2025-03-13T15:42:36 Konica Minolta Given Highest Evaluation by CDP and Included on the Climate A List 2024 Inc. https://www.enidnews.com/region/konica-minolta-given-highest-evaluation-by-cdp-and-included-on-the-climate-a-list-2024/article_93b28c67-43e4-5de9-9c7c-80e9f00fba99.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. operates a global system for disclosing environmental information of companies and local governments. In FY2024, more than 24,800 companies around the world disclosed environmental information through CDP. CDP also holds the largest environmental database in the world aligned with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures. The database is widely used when making decisions on investment and procurement. "Ramsey, NJ, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. ( CDP operates a global system for disclosing environmental information of companies and local governments...[+7012 chars]" 2025-03-13T15:37:42 Konica Minolta Given the Highest Evaluation by CDP and Included on the Climate A List 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/13/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/konica-minolta-given-the-highest-evaluation-by-cdp-and-included-on-the-climate-a-list-2024/2073021 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/13/565925.png PH en Konica Minolta Business Solutions (Canada) Ltd. has been selected for the Climate A List in the FY2024 survey by CDP, an international not-for-profit environmental organization. CDP operates a global system for disclosing environmental information of companies and local governments. It also holds the largest environmental database in the world aligned with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). The database is widely used when making decisions on investment and procurement. "MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Konica Minolta Business Solutions (Canada) Ltd. today announced its global headquarters, Konica Minolta, Inc. (Konica Minolta), has been select...[+3971 chars]" 2025-03-13T15:34:18 NSE Issues Notice to Investors with Bets on Safaricom, KCB, Equity and Other Equity Futures Elijah Ntongai https://www.tuko.co.ke/business-economy/capital-market/582025-kplc-areas-4-counties-set-power-cuts-friday-due-maintenance https://cdn.tuko.co.ke/images/1200x675/b75429642c85c80a.jpeg?v=1 KE en Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has announced adjustments to initial margin requirements for several listed companies. The changes take effect on Friday, March 21, 2025. Equity futures are financial instruments that allow investors to speculate on the future price movements of a company's stock without owning the shares. "NSE has announced adjustments to initial margin requirements for equity futures contracts involving several listed companies, effective Friday, March 21, 2025 NSE has increased margin requirements for...[+3065 chars]" 2025-03-13T15:30:49 The First Cut Is The Dumbest Defend Truth https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-03-13-the-first-cut-is-the-dumbest https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/DM-Cutting-Characters-2000px.jpg?fit=1280%2C1613&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en "MADAM & EVE manage consent between them and manage consent for Adam and Eve.    - - ""Manage consent"" - ""Maddam and Eve will manage consent"" - ""Eve will control consent""." "MADAM & EVE X Manage consent" 2025-03-13T15:30:00 Directorate change Mar. 13, 2025 15:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6058766 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Gareth Hoskin has been appointed to the board of OneSavings Group PLC as a Non-Executive Director with effect from 1 April 2025. Rajan Kapoor will step down from the board at the Annual General Meeting on 8 May 2025. Henry Daubeney will become the new Chair of the Audit Committee. "Support Us Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 13, 2025 15:30 OSB GROUP PLC LEI: 213800ZBKL9BHSL2K459 13 March 2025 Directorate changes OSB GROUP PLC ('OSBG' or the 'Group') tod...[+5478 chars]" 2025-03-13T15:28:00 REV Group Releases Its 2024 Sustainability Report Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/rev-group-releases-2024-sustainability-152800947.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/9c14ad9b45dee22c29eace8961ba1ad7 US en REV Group's subsidiaries are leading manufacturers of specialty vehicles including fire trucks, ambulances and RVs. The company has published its sixth annual corporate responsibility report for fiscal year 2024 (November 1, 2023 to October 31, 2024). The report includes performance and progress on water use, waste management, energy usage, air emissions and workplace health and safety. BROOKFIELD, Wis., March 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG), whose subsidiaries are leading manufacturers of specialty vehicles including fire trucks, ambulances and RVs, has publi...[+3938 chars] 2025-03-13T15:27:36 REV Group Releases Its 2024 Sustainability Report Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/rev-group-releases-its-2024-sustainability-report/article_44b8773e-fb69-5102-8f45-0f871c6f5bfa.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/6/a0/6a056e5e-b9a8-5221-8be9-35b5fb1b925c/67d2fba4892f7.image.jpg?crop=1480%2C777%2C0%2C45&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en REV Group's subsidiaries are leading manufacturers of specialty vehicles including fire trucks, ambulances and RVs. The 55-page 2024 Sustainability Report focuses on REV's Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance performance and progress for fiscal year 2024 (November 1, 2023 to October 31, 2024). "BROOKFIELD, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 13, 2025-- REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG), whose subsidiaries are leading manufacturers of specialty vehicles including fire trucks, ambulances and RVs, has publis...[+254 chars]" 2025-03-13T15:20:25 NexGen Energy price target lowered to C$13.50 from C$15 at Raymond James Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/nexgen-energy-price-target-lowered-to-c-13-50-from-c-15-at-raymond-james-1034475175 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Raymond James lowered the firm's price target on NexGen Energy to C$13.50 from C$15. Raymond James keeps an Outperform rating on the shares and recommends buying them on Spark. Spark is the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. "Raymond James lowered the firm's price target on NexGen Energy (NXE) to C$13.50 from C$15 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Light Up your Portfolio with Spark: Easily identify stocks' risk...[+200 chars]" 2025-03-13T14:57:14 TGS: MANDATORY NOTIFICATION OF TRADES https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/13/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/tgs-mandatory-notification-of-trades/2072975 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/13/565885.jpg PH en In February 2019, TGS implemented an Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) pursuant to which eligible employees can purchase TGS common shares at a discount through payroll deductions. Kristian Johansen, Tana Pool, Whitney Eaton and others received shares from the ESPP purchase on March 7, 2025. "Oslo, Norway (13 March 2025) - In February 2019, TGS implemented an Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) pursuant to which eligible employees can purchase TGS common shares at a discount through payrol...[+1247 chars]" 2025-03-13T13:51:04 Europe's Top Money Managers Warm Up to Defence Stocks: A Strategic Shift Uncovered archyde https://www.archyde.com/europes-top-money-managers-warm-up-to-defence-stocks-a-strategic-shift-uncovered https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/90f653283dd1fed21df677b01996ea53 US en European asset managers are re-evaluating their policies regarding investments in the defence sector. The EU is seeking approximately 800 billion euros to reinforce its defence capabilities. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations have historically dissuaded asset managers from investing in defence. The current geopolitical climate is prompting a reassessment of these ethical boundaries. "European Asset Managers reassess Defense Investments Amid Geopolitical Shifts European asset managers are actively reconsidering their policies regarding investments in the defence sector. This shift ...[+11902 chars]" 2025-03-13T13:46:13 Superior Group price target lowered to $18 from $21 at Barrington Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/superior-group-price-target-lowered-to-18-from-21-at-barrington-1034474515 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Barrington lowered the firm's price target on Superior Group (SGC) to $18 from $21 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Superior Group reported 2024 results in line with guidance and 2025 guidance reflects higher production costs and macro uncertainty. Barrington lowered the firm's price target on Superior Group (SGC) to $18 from $21 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares following the company's earnings report. The firm notes Superior Group r...[+395 chars] 2025-03-13T13:33:52 Metlen in Dow Jones Best-in-Class Emerging Markets and S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook https://www.naftemporiki.gr/english/1932480/metlen-in-dow-jones-best-in-class-emerging-markets-and-sp-global-sustainability-yearbook https://www.naftemporiki.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/metlen-1.png GR en Metlen is one of only 780 companies in the world selected for inclusion in the Sustainability Yearbook 2025. The recognition is based on the results of S&P Global's annual assessment of over 13,000 companies worldwide. Metlen improved its overall performance for the fifth consecutive year, maintaining its position in the top 6% of companies globally with the highest ESG performance. This recognition is based on the results of S&P Global's annual assessment of over 13,000 companies worldwide, evaluating a broad range of economic, environmental, and social criteria aligned with the...[+2004 chars] 2025-03-13T13:30:59 S&P 500 Companies Downplay DEI in Corporate Filings John Sexton https://hotair.com/john-s-2/2025/03/13/s-and-p-500-companies-play-hide-the-dei-n3800727 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/2017/340/19b341c9-5a00-47e5-a6f5-cc3e44dbbc08.jpg US en In the summer of 2020, major companies made commitments to diversity and equality initiatives (D.E.I.) but in the last 6 months they have been walking back. The NY Times looked at the financial filings of the S&P 500 to see how many mentioned DEI over the past several years and found a big spike in 2021 and a slow pullback this year. In the hot summer of 2020, major companies made the mistake of jumping on the BLM bandwagon by announcing their commitments to DEI, anti-racism and whatever buzzwords they deemed helpful to keep the a...[+3866 chars] 2025-03-13T13:17:52 Loss-making SOEs will not be tolerated https://www.myjoyonline.com/loss-making-soes-will-not-be-tolerated-mahama-warns https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-04-at-06.13.03.png GH en President John Dramani Mahama has declared that the era of mediocrity and financial mismanagement in State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) must come to an end. He warned that loss-making SOEs will no longer be tolerated and will either be merged, privatised, or closed. He spoke at a meeting with CEOs of specified entities under the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) on March 13. "President John Dramani Mahama has declared that the era of mediocrity and financial mismanagement in State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) must come to an end. He has consequently warned that loss-making SOE...[+2300 chars]" 2025-03-13T13:13:48 Europe's top money managers start to bring defence stocks in from the cold Simon Jessop https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/europes-top-money-managers-start-bring-defence-stocks-cold-2025-03-13 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/SUKBKNGOOVIBNGRPZJKS2P74KM.jpg?auth=6a2d05061c1d4427b3099551b0ed41ee9e534c52da4a515112b2d14947c26cae&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en European asset managers are reconsidering their policies on investing in defence. European Union seeks around 800 billion euros of investment to bolster defence. The EU's spending boost has sent European aerospace and defence stocks including Germany's Rheinmetall and Italy's Leonardo to record highs. LONDON, March 13 (Reuters) - European asset managers are reconsidering their policies on investing in defence, under pressure from clients and some politicians to loosen restrictions and help fund the...[+5728 chars] 2025-03-13T13:08:12 Three climate regulation strands to have biggest corporate sustainability impact Power Technology https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/Three_climate_regulation_strands_to_have_biggest_corporate_s https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RhU9MZ98jxo/0.jpg US en The growth of corporate sustainability is important for the future of the industry.    for the growth of the corporate sustainability. For more information, visit: http://www.csuccom.org/corporate-sustainability. The growth of corporate sustainability 2025-03-13T12:53:57 Deere earns ethics award amid layoffs and DEI controversy Agdaily Reporters https://www.agdaily.com/news/deere-earns-ethics-award-amid-restructuring-and-dei-controversy https://www.agdaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/bg-deere-e1741870397433.jpg US en Deere & Company has been recognized as one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It is Deere's 18th inclusion on the list and one of only 12 in the Industrial Manufacturing industry. This recognition comes amid ongoing company restructuring and workforce reductions, as well as recent shareholder decisions regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Deere shareholders voted overwhelmingly against a proposal that would have required the company to report racial and gender hiring statistics. "DAILY Bites Deere & Company named a 2025 World's Most Ethical Company® for the 18th time, one of 12 in Industrial Manufacturing. Recognition comes amid restructuring and workforce cuts, along with a r...[+2070 chars]" 2025-03-13T12:53:53 The past three years for Orca Energy Group (CVE:ORC.B) investors has not been profitable Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/past-three-years-orca-energy-125353644.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/da713992716ec87035eff27f58858a3e US en Orca Energy Group Inc. shareholders' share price is down 45% in the last three years, falling well short of the market return of around 19%. Over the last year the share price fell 31%. The company's earnings per share declined at a compound rate of 43% per year, over the last 3 years. The total shareholder return (TSR) was -27% over the past 3 years, which explains the divergence between share price return and TSR. In order to justify the effort of selecting individual stocks, it's worth striving to beat the returns from a market index fund. But in any portfolio, there are likely to be some stocks that fall shor...[+3895 chars] 2025-03-13T12:34:57 SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SIDOTI MARCH INVESTOR CONFERENCE Globe Newswire https://www.enidnews.com/region/superior-group-of-companies-to-participate-in-the-sidoti-march-investor-conference/article_d18fa278-7860-5344-af01-488cd7aa03db.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Mike Koempel and Jake Himelstein will participate in a fireside chat at the Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 1:45 PM Eastern Time. The live webcast and replay will be available on the Events & Presentations page of the company's Investor Relations website. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that Chief Financial Officer, Mike Koempel, and President, Branded Products, Ja...[+1702 chars] 2025-03-13T12:23:09 SLB announces successful early tender results and amendment of Exchange Offer Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/slb-announces-successful-early-tender-results-and-amendment-of-exchange-offer https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250313517247r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Schlumberger announced the early tender results and the amendment of the previously announced offers to exchange certain notes listed below for new notes issued by Schlumberger Investment S.A. (SISA). The new notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed on a senior unsecured basis by SLB. The Exchange Offer Memorandum and Consent Solicitation Statement were dated February 27, 2025. HOUSTON — Schlumberger Limited ('SLB') (NYSE: SLB) today announced the early tender results and the amendment of the previously announced offers by Schlumberger Holdings Corporation, an indirect wholl...[+1280 chars] 2025-03-13T12:20:00 SLB announces successful early tender results and amendment of Exchange Offer Business Wire https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/slb-announces-successful-early-tender-122000858.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/dd0a92595289512e299d79763ae8b8c8 US en SLB subsidiaries announce successful early tender results and amendment of Exchange Offer and Consent Solicitations. Schlumberger Holdings Corporation, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of SLB, offered to exchange certain notes listed below for new notes issued by SISA for up to $2,000,000.000. "SLB subsidiaries announce successful early tender results and amendment of Exchange Offer and Consent Solicitations HOUSTON, March 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Schlumberger Limited (""SLB"") (NYSE: SLB) t...[+12260 chars]" 2025-03-13T12:12:32 Boost in Board Meeting Attendance: A New Era for Maharatna and Navratna Companies Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3306622-boost-in-board-meeting-attendance-a-new-era-for-maharatna-and-navratna-companies https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/03_03_2020_19_07_11_3625933.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en There has been a significant improvement in board meeting attendance among directors of Maharatna and Navratna companies over the past four years. By FY24, no director had zero attendance, whereas in FY21 three directors recorded no attendances at board meetings. Only one company lacked a female director by March 2024, compared to 16 companies in 2021. "A recent survey conducted by Excellence Enablers has highlighted a significant improvement in board meeting attendance among directors of Maharatna and Navratna companies over the past four years. The...[+634 chars]" 2025-03-13T12:11:30 Secure Electronic Technology Seeks Approval to Merge Every Four Shares Into Aduragbemi Omiyale https://businesspost.ng/economy/secure-electronic-technology-seeks-approval-to-merge-every-four-shares-into-one https://businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Secure-Electronic-Technology.jpeg NG en Secure Electronic Technology (SET) Plc is planning to reconstruct its shares at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited by merging four stocks into one. This exercise is subject to the approval of shareholders of the company and the board is proposing an Extraordinary General Meeting to be held on or before April 17, 2025. "By Aduragbemi Omiyale Secure Electronic Technology (SET) Plc is planning to reconstruct its shares at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited by merging four stocks into one. However, this exercise is sub...[+2142 chars]" 2025-03-13T12:10:51 After dropping BlackRock over socially conscious investing, state picks asset manager with similar past Indianapolis Business Journal https://dailyjournal.net/2025/03/13/after-dropping-blackrock-over-socially-conscious-investing-state-picks-asset-manager-with-similar-past http://dailyjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/134536235_web1_20240709dj-statehouse-2.jpg US en Indiana's public retirement oversight committee selected State Street Global Advisors to replace BlackRock Inc. BlackRock was removed as an asset manager after the state found it had participated in socially conscious investment practices. Boston-based State Street has been criticized for using environmental, social and governance, or ESG, investment practices and is currently being sued by Indiana and other states. Indiana's public retirement oversight committee selected State Street Global Advisors to replace BlackRock Inc., which was removed as an asset manager after the state found it had participated in soci...[+4187 chars] 2025-03-13T12:06:28 J.P. Morgan Sticks to Their Hold Rating for Edison International (EIX) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/j-p-morgan-sticks-to-their-hold-rating-for-edison-international-eix-1034473849 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en J.P. Morgan maintained a Hold rating on Edison International (EIX) with a price target of $76.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at $55.48. Goldman Sachs's Carly Davenport also gave the company a Hold. On March 3, Barclays maintained a Buy rating on EIX. In a report released on March 11, Richard Sunderland from J.P. Morgan maintained a Hold rating on Edison International (EIX – Research Report), with a price target of $76.00. The company's shares clos...[+1134 chars] 2025-03-13T12:04:41 MAX Power Retains New Corporate Secretary Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/max-power-retains-new-corporate-secretary https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM5Mzc4NCM2ODA0Mjk4IzIyNDQ5NTI= CA en Ms. Monita Faris is the new Corporate Secretary for MAX Power Mining Corp. based in Vancouver. Ms. Faris has over 25 years of corporate governance, corporate secretarial, and securities regulation experience. She has served in several senior management and executive roles for companies listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, TSX Venture Exchange and CSE. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FRANKFURT: 89N) (' MAX Power ' or the ' Company ') is pleased to announce that it has enga...[+384 chars] 2025-03-13T12:02:46 Mahama to SOE CEOs: Deliver on reset agenda or step aside https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/fix-the-failures-or-lose-your-job-mahama-to-state-owned-enterprises-ceos.html https://www.graphic.com.gh/images/2025/mar/13/President-Mahama-20.jpg GH en President John Dramani Mahama has issued a stern warning to Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) at a meeting on March 13. He stressed the urgent need for efficiency, accountability, and profitability within state enterprises. The era of impunity and mediocrity in SOEs must come to an end. "President John Dramani Mahama has issued a stern warning to Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of state-owned enterprises (SOEs), stating that only those willing to align with his administration's ""reset...[+1405 chars]" 2025-03-13T12:02:43 Loss-making SOEs will be merged, privatized, or shut down https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/loss-making-soes-will-be-merged-privatized-or-shut-down-mahama.html https://www.graphic.com.gh/images/2025/mar/13/President-Mahama-NED-1024x682.jpg GH en President John Dramani Mahama warned that state-owned enterprises (SOEs) that fail to improve their performance will be merged, privatized, or closed. He was speaking at a meeting with SOE CEOs under the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) on March 13. "Featured Mohammed Ali Mar - 13 - 2025 , 12: President John Dramani Mahama has warned that state-owned enterprises (SOEs) that fail to improve their performance will be merged, privatized, or closed. S...[+2014 chars]" 2025-03-13T12:02:25 SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SIDOTI MARCH INVESTOR CONFERENCE Globe Newswire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/superior-group-of-companies-to-participate-in-the-sidoti-march-investor-conference/article_bc2d1841-8da6-5a98-a18c-39b1ff247ae7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Mike Koempel and Jake Himelstein will participate in a fireside chat at the Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference on March 19, 2025 at 1:45 PM Eastern Time. The live webcast and replay will be available on the Events & Presentations page of the company's Investor Relations website here. Management will also host virtual meetings throughout the day. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that Chief Financial Officer, Mike Koempel, and President, Branded Products, Ja...[+387 chars] 2025-03-13T11:57:21 Only 3 SOEs paid dividends in 2024 – Finance Minister Ato Forson https://www.myjoyonline.com/only-3-soes-paid-dividends-in-2024-finance-minister-ato-forson https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-13-at-11.53.30 am.png GH en Only three State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) are paying dividends to Ghana's economy in 2024. This is despite the government's push for improved financial management and accountability of SOEs. Many SOEs are operating at a loss. The Finance Minister has outlined key measures to address this. "The number of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) contributing dividends to Ghana's economy remains alarmingly low, with only three SOEs making payments in 2024. This was revealed by Finance Minister Dr. C...[+2858 chars]" 2025-03-13T11:51:34 How EU's Omnibus package will reshape sustainability reporting: KPMG Julie Castiaux https://delano.lu/article/how-eus-omnibus-package-will-reshape-sustainability-reporting-kpmg https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/how-eus-omnibus-package-will-reshape-sustainability-reporting-kpmg/0.5/0.5/600/400/710679.jpg LU en Julie Castiaux is partner and sustainability lead at KPMG Luxembourg. The EU Commission's Omnibus package aims to improve consistency and make environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency rules easier to understand. The new reporting requirements will apply only to large companies with over 1,000 employees and a turnover exceeding €50m or total assets above €25m. , partner and sustainability lead at KPMG Luxembourg, spoke with Paperjam about the EU's , which aims to streamline sustainability reporting, ease implementation timelines, and reduce the burden on co...[+13391 chars] 2025-03-13T11:41:31 CSCS Seeks Partnership With LEADERSHIP To Enhance Communication Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4184245/cscs-seeks-partnership-with-leadership-to-enhance-communication.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) has expressed its commitment to foster stronger partnerships with LEADERSHIP Media Group to enhance transparent communication in policy formation. Haruna Jalo-Waziri, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of CSCS, highlighted this during a courtesy visit to the corporate headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday. The Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) has expressed its commitment to foster stronger partnerships with LEADERSHIP Media Group to enhance transparent communication in policy formation. Dis...[+203 chars] 2025-03-13T11:37:16 Silver X Mining Announces Closing of Brokered Private Placement for Gross Proceeds of C$3.5 Million, Which Includes A Lead Order By Palisades Goldcorp Ltd. ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/silver-x-mining-announces-closing-of-brokered-private-placement-for-gross-proceeds-of-c-3/article_447ea6d9-a772-5a29-a2eb-442b609353c5.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en "Silver X Mining Corp. has closed its previously announced ""best-efforts"" private placement for gross proceeds of C$3,500,000. Palisades Goldcorp Ltd. placed a lead order for the Units at C$0.17 per Unit." "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 13, 2025 / Silver X Mining Corp. (TSXV:AGX)(OTCQB:AGXPF)(FRA:A...[+624 chars]" 2025-03-13T11:36:49 Spuerkeess launches first green bond, raising €500m for environmental projects Kabir Agarwal https://www.luxtimes.lu/businessandfinance/state-owned-bank-spuerkeess-launches-first-green-bond-raising-500-million-for-sustainable-projects/48855738.html https://img.wort.lu/public/wirtschaft/d8cs7e-headquarters-in-luxembourg-of-state-owned-bcee-also-known-as-spuerkeess-which-had-no-published-documents-tracking-human-rights-astm-said/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/Headquarters%20in%20Luxembourg%20of%20state-owned%20BCEE%20also%20known%20as%20Spuerkeess%20which%20had%20no%20published%20documents%20tracking%20human%20rights%20ASTM%20said LU en The state-owned bank Spuerkeess has issued its inaugural senior preferred green bond, raising €500 million to fund environmentally sustainable projects. The bond will be listed on the Luxenbourg Stock Exchange and displayed on the Luxembourg Green Exchange. The order book closed over EUR 1.8 billion, which is 3.6 times the size of the issuance. "State-owned bank Spuerkeess has issued its inaugural senior preferred green bond, raising €500 million to fund environmentally sustainable projects, the bank announced on Thursday. The green bond was ...[+768 chars]" 2025-03-13T11:33:38 GORD, American Concrete Institute collaborate on low-carbon concrete solutions The Peninsula https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/13/03/2025/gord-american-concrete-institute-collaborate-on-low-carbon-concrete-solutions https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/get/maximage/20250313_1741854901-742.jpg?1741854901 QA en GORD and the American Concrete Institute signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing climate mitigation and sustainability within the concrete industry. The MoU outlines several key areas of collaboration between the two organizations, centring on capacity building, training, and the promotion of sustainable innovations in the concrete sector. Doha, Qatar: The Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD) and the American Concrete Institute (ACI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing climate mitigation...[+2898 chars] 2025-03-13T11:31:26 Ecarx expects to achieve positive EBITDA in FY25 Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/ecarx-expects-to-achieve-positive-ebitda-in-fy25-1034473656 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en ECARX (ECX) management expressed confidence in achieving positive EBITDA for the full year as it continues to invest in R&D to drive innovation, optimize product costs, and improve overall operational efficiency. The Company expects to strike a fine balance between revenue growth, profitability, and capital investment in 2025. Looking ahead to 2025, ECARX (ECX) management expressed confidence in achieving positive EBITDA for the full year as it continues to invest in R&D to drive innovation, optimize product costs, and impr...[+459 chars] 2025-03-13T11:10:38 New Solution by Clarity AI Enables Analysts to Conduct Sustainability Research in a Fraction of the Time Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/new-solution-by-clarity-ai-enables-analysts-to-conduct-sustainability-research-in-a-fraction-of-the-time https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250311570178r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Clarity AI has launched an AI-driven solution designed to transform how asset managers and investors conduct sustainability research. It automates analysis and provides real-time company insights. It enables investment teams to move beyond slow, static service providers and take full control of their sustainability assessments. "Article content The new solution aims to redefine the role of service providers, using AI to move from static data suppliers to dynamic, strategic partners for investors NEW YORK — Clarity AI, the lea...[+362 chars]" 2025-03-13T11:10:38 New Solution by Clarity AI Enables Analysts to Conduct Sustainability Research in a Fraction of the Time Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/new-solution-by-clarity-ai-enables-analysts-to-conduct-sustainability-research-in-a-fraction-of-the-time https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SSGChantalMain-2025-03-12.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=M1yNAtyB1myifPIQTcNSEA CA en Clarity AI has launched an AI-driven solution designed to transform how asset managers and investors conduct sustainability research. It automates analysis and provides real-time company insights. Clarity AI is the leading sustainability tech company leveraging advanced technology and AI to provide environmental and social insights to investors. "The new solution aims to redefine the role of service providers, using AI to move from static data suppliers to dynamic, strategic partners for investors NEW YORK — Clarity AI, the leading sustainabil...[+6426 chars]" 2025-03-13T11:10:38 New Solution by Clarity AI Enables Analysts to Conduct Sustainability Research in a Fraction of the Time Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/new-solution-by-clarity-ai-enables-analysts-to-conduct-sustainability-research-in-a-fraction-of-the-time https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250311570178r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Clarity AI is the leading sustainability tech company. It provides data-driven environmental and social insights to investors, corporates, governments, and consumers. Clarity AI was named a leader by independent research in The Forrester Wave: ESG Data & Analytics, Q3 2024. "Article content With more than 200 experts in AI, data science, finance, and sustainability, Clarity AI has spent the past four years developing a first-of-its-kind sustainability intelligence platfor...[+1014 chars]" 2025-03-13T11:08:02 CSCS Seeks Partnership With LEADERSHIP To Enhance Communication Leadership News https://leadership.ng/cscs-seeks-partnership-with-leadership-to-enhance-communication https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-13-at-11.55.44.jpeg NG en The Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) has expressed its commitment to foster stronger partnerships with LEADERSHIP Media Group to enhance transparent communication in policy formation. The CSCS will host the Africa and Middle East Depository Association's Annual Conference in Lagos next month. "The Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) has expressed its commitment to foster stronger partnerships with LEADERSHIP Media Group to enhance transparent communication in policy formation. Dis...[+1747 chars]" 2025-03-13T11:03:38 ECARX Highlights Q4 2024 EBITDA Breakeven, Positive EBITDA 2025 Outlook, and Global Expansion ... ECARX LIMITED https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/ecarx-highlights-q4-2024-ebitda-breakeven-positive-ebitda-2025-outlook-and-global-expansion/article_82d4933d-533a-5dd1-878c-a12dd5afb75b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) today showcased its significant financial milestones and strategic initiatives from 2024 to 2025 at its Investor Day 2025 held in Hong Kong on March 13, 2025. Management showcased the Company's breakeven at the EBITDA level during the fourth quarter of 2024 and its confidence in delivering positive EBTDA for the full year 2025. SHANGHAI, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) ('ECARX' or the 'Company'), a global mobility tech provider, today showcased its significant financial milestones and str...[+428 chars] 2025-03-13T11:00:42 Advisory: Chevron to Present at Piper Sandler 25th Annual Energy Conference Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/advisory-chevron-to-present-at-piper-sandler-25th-annual-energy-conference/article_7f57ec0a-6b6b-5a64-b81b-a04691c94408.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Eimear Bonner, Vice President and CFO of Chevron Corporation will take part in the Piper Sandler 25 th Annual Energy Conference on March 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET (8:00 am PT). He will discuss corporate strategy and the company's objective of delivering higher returns, lower carbon and superior shareholder value. Eimear Bonner, Vice President and CFO of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), will take part in the Piper Sandler 25 th Annual Energy Conference on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET (8:00 AM PT), di...[+158 chars] 2025-03-13T11:00:08 Experts warn one S&P 500 sector consistently lags behind the rest over past decade: 'Investors should take note' Kristen Lawrence https://www.yahoo.com/news/experts-warn-one-p-500-110008300.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/ishHTWSJvOogrSLknYIWCA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03MzE-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/fa9439db7bace4ce24fe58e727fb03fe US en In 2024, dirty fuel stocks reported a 5.72% return compared to the entire S&P 500 index's 25.02%. In seven of the last 10 years, the oil and gas sector has underperformed the overall stock market. More investors and businesses are divesting from oil companies and investing in clean economy stocks. As the global clean energy transition continues to accelerate, oil and gas stocks are trending downwards and have lagged behind the overall stock market in the last decade, forcing investors to reeval...[+3148 chars] 2025-03-13T11:00:00 Verkkokauppa.com has published Annual Reporting package 2024 and Remuneration Policy Verkkokauppa.com Oyj https://finance.yahoo.com/news/verkkokauppa-com-published-annual-reporting-110000842.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/pkMnkaPOoZ3HslhK6dbpyw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD01OTg-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/ad5bf80d0027781a0c105a3f0f14182a US en Verkkokauppa.com has published its Annual Reporting package for 2024. The report includes the Financial Statements, the Report of the Board of Directors, the Sustainability Statement, the Corporate Governance Statement and the Remuneration Report. PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy has provided an independent auditor's reasonable assurance report on Verkkokauppa.com's ESEF Financial Statements in accordance with ISAE 3000. The company's revenue in 2024 was EUR 468 million and it employs around 600 people. "Verkkokauppa.com has published Annual Reporting package 2024 and Remuneration Policy Verkkokauppa.com Oyj STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE 13 March 2025 at 13:00 EET Verkkokauppa.com has published its Annual Re...[+2994 chars]" 2025-03-13T10:48:47 Foreign Direct Investment in East Africa at Risk as Corruption in Uganda Comes Under Global Scrutiny Business Ghana https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/Foreign_Direct_Investment_in_East_Africa_at_Risk_as_Corrupti https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/[] US en Concerns have emerged regarding governance and transparency in Uganda. Vasundhara Oswal was arrested and detained illegally. This is not just about one investor's experience, it's about the whole East Africa's investment climate as a whole. It's also about the case of Oswal's arrest. The investment climate in East Africa is undergoing scrutiny as concerns emerge regarding governance and transparency in Uganda. Recent developments, including the case of the illegal detention and ar...[+82 chars] 2025-03-13T10:47:55 CO2 pipeline developer seeks pause on South Dakota application Carlos Anchondo https://www.eenews.net/articles/co2-pipeline-developer-seeks-pause-on-south-dakota-application https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/59/38/110232514bb7ac27898318ee8c72/https-delivery.gettyimages.com/downloads/149251446 US en The developer of a major carbon dioxide pipeline system is asking South Dakota regulators to pause the clock on a key permit application in the state. Last week, South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden signed a bill that prohibits the use of eminent domain to build CO2 pipelines in South Dakota. Iowa-based Summit Carbon Solutions wants to build almost 700 miles of pipeline. "The developer of a major carbon dioxide pipeline system is asking South Dakota regulators to pause the clock on a key permit application in the state, a move quickly cheered by opponents. In a filing ...[+740 chars]" 2025-03-13T10:38:14 Gensol Engineering Unveils Bold Rs 600 Crore Fundraising Plan Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3306452-gensol-engineering-unveils-bold-rs-600-crore-fundraising-plan https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/28_05_2024_14_02_49_3733648.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Gensol Engineering has announced a strategic plan to raise Rs 600 crore by issuing foreign currency convertible bonds and warrants. The company aims to achieve sustainable growth, reduce its debt load, and maximize value for stakeholders. The fundraising initiative will see Rs 400 crore raised through convertible bonds, and an additional Rs 200 crore from warrants issued to promoters. Gensol Engineering has announced a strategic plan to raise Rs 600 crore by issuing foreign currency convertible bonds and warrants. The company aims to achieve sustainable growth, reduce its debt load...[+777 chars] 2025-03-13T10:36:43 ES Sunlogy to undertake several 'business strategies' over 24 months S. Birruntha https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/03/1187898/es-sunlogy-undertake-several-business-strategies-over-24-months https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/ES_sunlogy_es_sunlogy.png_1741862193.jpg MY en ES Sunlogy Bhd will implement several business strategies over a 24-month period after its listing in mid-February. One of its key initiatives is the development of the Selarong large scale solar photovoltaic (LSSPV) plant, which will have a capacity to export 29.99 megawatt (MW) to the utility grid. The plant is expected to begin operations in December 2025. The company wants to expand its presence in the renewable energy sector by securing more solar projects. "KUALA LUMPUR: ES Sunlogy Bhd will implement several business strategies over a 24-month period after its listing in mid-February. Managing director Khor Chuan Meng said this is in line with the compan...[+3215 chars]" 2025-03-13T10:36:31 Delta: Oil firm assures commitment to global best practices Tribune https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4184085/delta-oil-firm-assures-commitment-to-global-best-practices.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en An indigenous oil and gas firm, Axxela, operating in Delta State, has expressed its commitment towards global best practices that uphold legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. The firm assures its commitment to the best practices. Click here to read the full article. Tribune OnlineDelta: Oil firm assures commitment to global best practicesAn indigenous oil and gas firm, Axxela, operating in Delta State, has expressed its commitment towards global best practices th...[+180 chars] 2025-03-13T10:30:00 The New Rules Of CEO Communication: Why Words Matter More Than Ever Cheryl Robinson https://www.forbes.com/sites/cherylrobinson/2025/03/13/the-new-rules-of-ceo-communication-why-words-matter-more-than-ever https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67d128e52c77d772141953d5/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Today's business leaders need to be more transparent in their communication with employees and customers. People want to know where they fit in the future, and it's up to leaders to make that future feel hopeful and human. Today's most trusted CEOs are framing AI as a tool that makes people's work better and more meaningful. "Modern CEOs are rethinking how they communicate—leading with honesty, clarity, and purpose to ... [+] inspire trust in a rapidly changing world. Until recently, executive communication was about stayi...[+4051 chars]" 2025-03-13T10:06:40 Havas India gets ISO 14001:2015 certification Bestmediainfo Bureau https://bestmediainfo.com/mediainfo/advertising/havas-india-gets-iso-140012015-certification-8850176 https://img-cdn.thepublive.com/fit-in/1200x675/bmi/media/media_files/2025/03/13/d4IFgZ48o5vxWsMsAe3m.jpg IN en Havas India has been awarded the ISO 14001:2015 certification. The certification covers six key agencies under Havas India's umbrella. The evaluation focused on carbon footprint reduction strategies, sustainable resource management, compliance with global ESG standards, and integration of sustainability frameworks into client and vendor engagements. "New Delhi: Havas India has been awarded the ISO 14001:2015 certification. The certification is issued by BSI (British Standards Institution). The certification covers six key agencies under Havas Indi...[+2823 chars]" 2025-03-13T10:04:00 Leaders Assert Sustainable Investing Is Smart Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/leaders-assert-sustainable-investing-is-smart-1425270 https://today.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ebcd4c05-b1b0-4c36-9caa-450120a4a812-887x665.jpg US en Erick Russell is the State Treasurer of Connecticut. He gave a keynote address at the Business and Human Rights Initiative conference at UConn on Feb. 27. He talked about how investors can play a leading role in a just transition to a more sustainable economy. The conference was hosted by the Business & Human rights Initiative. "State Treasurer explored how investors can ensure no one is left behind through a just climate transition during a keynote address to UConn students and faculty When it comes to making the transition ...[+4572 chars]" 2025-03-13T10:00:02 The States' War on ESG Paul Mueller https://www.theepochtimes.com/opinion/the-states-war-on-esg-5822961 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/03/10/id5822964-Shutterstock_2424443021-1080x720.jpg US en Wyoming is debating an anti-ESG bill. Texas and Florida have been fighting over ESG policies for years. The state treasurer and public officials claim the bill will cost up to $1.5 billion, but the difference in management fees is a few tenths of one percent. "Commentary The tide of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) causes has been ebbing rapidly. Many of the largest But the most interesting contest over ESG and DEI has been at the state level. Re...[+4271 chars]" 2025-03-13T09:58:40 Vedanta to maintain over 50% stake in demerged entities, eyes $100 billion potential George Smith Alexander https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/oil-and-gas/vedanta-to-maintain-over-50-stake-in-demerged-entities-eyes-100-billion-potential/118975113 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118975113,imgsize-393973,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/oil-and-gas/vedanta-to-maintain-over-50-stake-in-demerged-entities-eyes-100-billion-potential.jpg IN en Vedanta Ltd's promoters will maintain over 50% stake in each of its demerged entities. The focus is on creating pure-play companies which will be better placed to capitalise opportunities. Vedanta Resources currently has more than $5 billion in debt, which it plans to lower to $3 billion by fiscal 2026-27. The demerger will allow each of these companies to have independent capital structures with empowered and professional management teams. "Vedanta Ltd 's promoters will maintain over 50% stake in each of its demerged entities, as the focus remains on creating pure-play companies which will be better placed to capitalise opportunities, th...[+3799 chars]" 2025-03-13T09:57:01 Delta: Oil firm assures commitment to global best practices Alphonsus Agborh https://tribuneonlineng.com/delta-oil-firm-assures-commitment-to-global-best-practices https://tribuneonlineng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Delta-State.png NG en The indigenous oil and gas firm, Axxela, operating in Delta State, has expressed its commitment towards global best practices that uphold legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. The people of Emu-Ebendo Community in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of the state are protesting against the company's acquisition of their land. The company bought the land through another community. It said the land it acquired had legitimate titles, including a registered deed of assignment with the state governor's consent. "…as community protests over land An indigenous oil and gas firm, Axxela, operating in Delta State, has expressed its commitment towards global best practices that uphold legal processes, community int...[+3101 chars]" 2025-03-13T09:55:42 Alpha Ladder Group's MVGX Leads Sustainability and Decarbonisation Efforts at the World Aquatics Championships Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/13/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/alpha-ladder-groups-mvgx-leads-sustainability-and-decarbonisation-efforts-at-the-world-aquatics-championships-singapore-2025/2072532 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/13/565246.jpg PH en MVGX will sponsor the World Aquatics Championships - Singapore 2025. MVGX is a pioneer in sustainability compliance solutions across seven key markets in Asia-Pacific. It is being rebranded as part of the Alpha Ladder Group in March 2025. The rebrand represents a strengthened commitment to bridging the gap between vision and execution. """Hosting a world-class sporting event comes with immense operational complexity, and sustainability must be embedded into every layer of planning and execution,"" said Lily Hong , Chief Executive Offic...[+4161 chars]" 2025-03-13T09:45:31 Delta community, oil firm clash over land dispute Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4184001/delta-community-oil-firm-clash-over-land-dispute.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Axxela, an oil and gas firm, has reaffirmed its commitment to global best practices, legal processes and sustainable development amid a land dispute with residents of Emu-Ebendo Community in Ndokwa W.    Axxela, an oil and gas firm, has reaffirmed its commitment to global best practices, legal processes, and sustainable development amid a land dispute with residents of Emu-Ebendo Community in Ndokwa W...[+34 chars] 2025-03-13T09:30:58 Edgestream Partners L.P. Has $584,000 Stake in The Carlyle Group Inc. (NASDAQ:CG) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/13/edgestream-partners-l-p-has-584000-stake-in-the-carlyle-group-inc-nasdaqcg.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/the-carlyle-group-inc-logo-1200x675.png?v=20240119115852&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Edgestream Partners L.P. decreased its holdings in shares of The Carlyle Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CG) by 88.3% in the 4th quarter. The fund owned 11,568 shares of the financial services provider's stock after selling 86,936 shares during the quarter. National Pension Service acquired a new position in the company during the fourth quarter worth $25,000. Golden State Wealth Management LLC bought a new stake in the firm. Nisa Investment Advisors LLC lifted its stake in The Carlyles Group by 253.1% in fourth quarter. Brooklyn Investment Group bought a stake in this company worth $33,000 in the third quarter. Edgestream Partners L.P. decreased its holdings in shares of The Carlyle Group Inc. (NASDAQ:CG ) by 88.3% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange C...[+3990 chars] 2025-03-13T09:30:14 The ‘virtue economy is dead': Long live shareholder capitalism Allison Schrager https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/virtue-economy-shareholder-capitalism-shareholder-primacy-business-round-table-dei-esg-diversity-equity-inclusion-values-11741772835430.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/12/1600x900/2-0-400864868-manhattan-0_1680669622316_1741802503068.jpg IN en In the Trump era, the Business Round Table's departure from maximizing shareholder value is looking like a bad bet. Many companies are cutting their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes, environmental, social and government (ESG) funding in the US has fallen and companies are being quieter about politics. "Summary In the Trump era, the 2019 US Business Round Table departure from maximizing shareholder value is looking like a bad bet. Shareholder primacy is back. As for a society's values, these are for ...[+4704 chars]" 2025-03-13T09:27:00 Atria Investments Inc Cuts Stock Position in Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE:EPD) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/13/atria-investments-inc-cuts-stock-position-in-enterprise-products-partners-l-p-nyseepd.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/enterprise-products-partners-logo-1200x675.gif&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Atria Investments Inc sold 6,816 shares of Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE:EPD) during the 4th quarter. Trust Co. of Vermont bought 3,307 shares of the oil and gas producer's stock worth $104,000 during the last quarter. Griffin Asset Management Inc. increased its holdings in shares of EPD by 0.8%. Smartleaf Asset Management LLC bought 2,501 shares worth $78,000. Sandbox Financial Partners LLC bought 10,103 shares of this company’s stock for $317,000 in the fourth quarter. Atria Investments Inc lowered its stake in Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE:EPD ) by 16.5% during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission....[+5132 chars] 2025-03-13T09:19:01 UN launches gender equality plan PM News https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4183922/un-launches-gender-equality-plan.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en It aims to align the Beijing+30 Action Agenda with national priorities and the ambitious push to achieve the internationally agreed 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. It is also aimed at aligning it with the national priorities with the SDGs. It also aims to be more transparent. It also aims to align the Beijing+30 Action Agenda with national priorities and the ambitious push to achieve the internationally agreed 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. 2025-03-13T09:18:00 Alpha Ladder Group's MVGX Leads Sustainability and Decarbonisation Efforts at the World Aquatics Championships Dayang Norazhar https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/03/13/alpha-ladder-groups-mvgx-leads-sustainability-and-decarbonisation-efforts-at-the-world-aquatics-championships-singapore-2025 https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2641020/MVGX_Tech_WCH___Trash_to_Treasure_409809.jpg MY en MVGX Tech Pte Ltd has been named the Official Sustainability Solutions Partner of the World Aquatics Championships Singapore 2025. MVGX will provide a suite of carbon reporting tools, sustainability frameworks, and stakeholder engagement initiatives to ensure that sustainability is deeply embedded in every aspect of the championships. SINGAPORE, March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MVGX Tech Pte Ltd (MVGX), a subsidiary of Alpha Ladder Group and a leader in sustainability solutions, has been named the Official Sustainability Solutions Par...[+7203 chars] 2025-03-13T09:15:00 Financial experts weigh in on the future of investments under new administration: 'Will complicate the fight' Misty Layne https://www.yahoo.com/news/financial-experts-weigh-future-investments-091500033.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/K606KiRuTryqaAV.mZA4Bw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03MzQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/876acb0c6da9e5a01820d3d71d4e4a7b US en Donald Trump has taken aim at strengthening the fossil fuel industry in the U.S. during his first term. The head of the EPA, Lee Zeldin, recently announced plans to undo more than 30 anti-pollution regulations. However, asset managers are still optimistic about the future of sustainability and investment growth. "With Donald Trump back in the White House and the rise of European right-wing parties, some have been concerned about whether sustainable investments will stagnate or die out altogether. Concerns abou...[+3007 chars]" 2025-03-13T08:55:36 Delta community, oil firm clash over land dispute Matthew Ochei https://punchng.com/delta-community-oil-firm-clash-over-land-dispute https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/07160752/Delta-map.jpg NG en Axxela, an oil and gas firm, has been involved in a land dispute with residents of Emu-Ebendo Community in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State. The protesters claim ownership of the land, citing a 2003 Supreme Court judgment in their favour. However, Axxela insists that its acquisition was legitimate and followed due process. Axxela, an oil and gas firm, has reaffirmed its commitment to global best practices, legal processes, and sustainable development amid a land dispute with residents of Emu-Ebendo Community in Ndokwa W...[+2465 chars] 2025-03-13T08:00:00 "상법 개정안, 야당 주도로 국회 통과..여당 ""반시장적 법안""" http://breaknews.com/1100134 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2025031302495105.jpg KR en 13.03.13.13 is 13th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Korea. It's 25th anniversary on March 25th, 2025. It is a collection of 13 images with different themes. They are: “ "▲ 13일 서울 여의도 국회에서 열린 제423회 국회(임시회) 제1차 본회의에서 상법 일부개정법률안이 재석 279인, 찬성 184인, 반대 91인, 기권 4인으로 가결되고 있다. 2025.03.13. © 뉴시스 브레이크뉴스 임국정 기자 = 기업 이사의 충실 의무 대상을 회사에서 주주까지로 확대하는 상법 개정안이 13일 더불어민주당 등 야당 주도로 국회 본회...[+3714 chars]" 2025-03-13T08:00:00 Vishay Precision Group to Present at Sidoti March 2025 Small-Cap Investor Conference! Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/business/public-companies/vishay-precision-group-to-present-at-sidoti-march-2025-small-cap-investor-conference https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Vishay-Precision-Group.jpg?fit=736%2C400&ssl=1 US en Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (NYSE: VPG) has announced its participation in the Sidoti March 2025 Small-Cap Virtual Investor Conference. The presentation is scheduled for March 19, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. ET. The event will feature a live and on-demand webcast of VPG's presentation. MALVERN, PA — Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (NYSE: VPG) has announced its participation in the Sidoti March 2025 Small-Cap Virtual Investor Conference. The presentation is scheduled for Thursday, March...[+573 chars] 2025-03-13T07:52:36 ESG principles gain added focus for Vietnamese groups Khanh Linh https://vir.com.vn/esg-principles-gain-added-focus-for-vietnamese-groups-124468.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/032025/13/14/croped/esg-principles-gain-added-focus-for-vietnamese-groups-20250313144838.jpg?randTime=1741866911 VN en Vietnamese businesses are under increasing pressure to comply with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. An event on pioneering ESG excellence was held on March 6 in Hanoi to discuss strategies for integrating the criteria into corporate operations. Europe introduced a series of mandatory sustainability standards in 2024. UK plans to implement sustainability disclosure requirements by next year. ESG integration requires a transformation across all levels of corporate strategy, from governance to internal reporting systems. Mounting pressure driven by investors, international partners, and increasingly conscious consumers is compelling businesses to demonstrate greater transparency in their environmental, social, and gov...[+10315 chars] 2025-03-13T07:41:21 Presco Employs More Female Tractor Drivers Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4183596/presco-employs-more-female-tractor-drivers.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Producing Specialty Fats and Oils, Presco Plc has called for gender equality at the 2025 International Womens Day (IWD) event held within the company's premises in Edo State. The Managing Director, Reji George congratulated the Gender Committee and all female employees. Producing Specialty Fats and Oils, Presco Plc has called for gender equality and a world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. Speaking at the 2025 International Womens Day (IWD) event held w...[+193 chars] 2025-03-13T07:41:21 CSCS Seeks Strategic Partnership With LEADERSHIP Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4183599/cscs-seeks-strategic-partnership-with-leadership.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) has expressed interest in partnering with LEADERSHIP Group Limited to enhance communication and transparency in Nigeria's financial markets. On Wednesday, Haruna Jalo-Waziri and his delegation were received by LEADersHIP's vice chairman Michael Okpere and group managing director, The leadership of the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS), led by its managing director and chief executive officer, Haruna Jalo-Waziri, has expressed interest in partnering with LEADERSHIP Grou...[+248 chars] 2025-03-13T07:33:00 HLIB launches Malaysia's first ESG share margin financing solution https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/03/13/hlib-launches-malaysia039s-first-esg-share-margin-financing-solution https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/03/13/3211399.jpeg MY en Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) has introduced its ESG Share Margin Financing solution. It is the first Malaysian investment bank to offer dedicated share margin financing for ESG-focused securities listed on Bursa Malaysia. The product allows investors to finance up to 65% of their margin of financing into companies that are constituents of the FTSE4Good BursA Malaysia (F4GBM) index. HLIB is also offering a promotional interest rate of 4.95% to encourage both new and existing customers to participate in sustainable investing. "Hong Leong Investment Bank group managing director & CEO Lee Jim Leng KUALA LUMPUR: Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) has introduced its ESG Share Margin Financing solution, becoming the first Malaysi...[+1595 chars]" 2025-03-13T07:20:00 EQT AB publishes Annual & Sustainability Report for 2024 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eqt-ab-publishes-annual-sustainability-072000413.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/6d84088de233d9fb4da6442047d902ea US en EQT AB (publ) has today published its Annual and Sustainability Report for 2024. The Report is available at www.eqtgroup.com/shareholders. Since its IPO in 2019, EQT has expanded from six investment strategies to eighteen, now having a scaled global platform. The Annual Shareholders' Meeting is scheduled for 27 May 2025 at 15.00 CEST. STOCKHOLM, March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EQT AB (publ) has today published its Annual and Sustainability Report ('the Report') for 2024. The Report is available at www.eqtgroup.com/shareholders. The ...[+2709 chars] 2025-03-13T07:13:07 CSCS Seeks Strategic Partnership With LEADERSHIP Leadership News https://leadership.ng/cscs-seeks-strategic-partnership-with-leadership https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/CSCS-Plc.webp NG en Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) is interested in partnering with LEADERSHIP Group Limited to enhance communication and transparency in Nigeria's financial markets. Haruna Jalo-Waziri, CSCS's managing director and chief executive officer, and his delegation were received by LEADersHIP's vice chairman, Michael Okpere, group managing director, Muazu Elazeh, director of Conference Abraham Nda-Isaiah, and head of story, Adebayo Amodu, on Wednesday. They discussed technological advancements in market operations, cybersecurity, data integrity, and the African Association Conference. The leadership of the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS), led by its managing director and chief executive officer, Haruna Jalo-Waziri, has expressed interest in partnering with LEADERSHIP Grou...[+2878 chars] 2025-03-13T07:03:39 Quality corporate reporting shapes investors' confidence Bernama https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/03/1187745/quality-corporate-reporting-shapes-investors-confidence-%C2%A0abdul https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/HQ20231207HQ738_1741849409.jpg MY en The quality of corporate reporting has a profound impact on investors' confidence and business growth. Bursa Malaysia chairman, Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar said strong reporting practices set a benchmark for transparency and integrity. He was speaking at the virtual launch of the National Annual Corporate Report Awards (NACRA) 2025 today. "KUALA LUMPUR: The quality of corporate reporting has a profound impact on investors' confidence, facilitating business growth, and thus contributing to overall economic progress. Bursa Malaysia chairm...[+2665 chars]" 2025-03-13T06:58:03 The General Assembly of Estithmar Holding approves financial results and dividends distribution for the year ended December 31, 2024 https://www.gulf-times.com/article/701886/qatar/the-general-assembly-of-estithmar-holding-approves-financial-results-and-dividends-distribution-for-the-year-ended-december-31-2024 https://www.gulf-times.com/gulftimes/uploads/images/2025/03/13/thumbs/300x300/295105.jpg QA en The General Assembly approved the Board of Directors' report on the Company's activities and financial position for the year ending 31/12/2024. The General Assembly also approved the auditors' report and the company's Balance Sheet and profit and loss statement. The Ordinary General Assembly and the Extraordinary General Assembly of Estithmar Holding Q.P.S.C convened and approved the company’s financial results. The General Assembly approved the Board of Directors' report on the Company's activities and financial position for the year ending 31/12/2024. The General Assembly approved the auditors' report on th...[+3479 chars] 2025-03-13T06:52:07 Financial information document(2024 sustainability report CTP extract en) (Swiss Re Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/Financial_information_document2024_sustainability_report_CTP https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/[] US en Swiss Re's Climate Transition Plan is an integral part of the Group's Sustainability Report 2024. It contains the relevant pages of the climate-related disclosures chapter from the report. Text not relevant to the purpose of this document should be removed from the document. )Climate Transition PlanSwiss Re's Climate Transition Plan is an integral part of the Group's Sustainability Report 2024. This document contains the relevant pages of the climate-related disclosures c...[+65 chars] 2025-03-13T06:33:50 Four Greek companies participate in the 1st B Corp Summit - Commited to Sustainable Development and Social Responsibility https://www.naftemporiki.gr/english/1932206/four-greek-companies-participate-in-the-1st-b-corp-summit-commited-to-sustainable-development-and-social-responsibility https://www.naftemporiki.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/header-bcorp-en-1.jpg GR en Danone, APIVITA, Plan(e)t Foods and Polypan are B Corp certified companies in Greece. B Corp certification is based on strict criteria for its social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. Businesses that meet the required criteria do not only pursue profitability, but also promote environmental well-being. The 1st B Corp Summit is attended by four B Corp certified companies in Greece – Danone, APIVITA, Plan(e)t Foods and Polypan. This initiative stresses the need for a new business culture, where compan...[+1491 chars] 2025-03-13T06:12:40 More shots fired in NZME takeover attempt Susan Edmunds https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/544720/more-shots-fired-in-nzme-takeover-attempt https://media.rnztools.nz/rnz/image/upload/s--3ig8VaVT--/t_tohu-badge-facebook/v1741235656/4KAYJB0_NMZE_WEB_png?_a=BACCd2AD NZ en Jim Grenon bought a 9.3 percent stake in NZME for $9 million. He wants most of the current directors to be replaced with new ones, including himself. E Tū, the union representing journalists at NZME, raised concerns about what that would mean for journalism. Grenon said the new board would improve on the journalism. "Photo: Supplied NZME's journalist union members have fired back at billionaire Jim Grenon's suggestion they should be optimistic about their future. Private equity tycoon Grenon, a New Zealand residen...[+2839 chars]" 2025-03-13T06:04:42 HLIB first Malaysian investment bank to unveil ESG share margin financing Nabiha Safian https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/03/1187716/hlib-first-malaysian-investment-bank-unveil-esg-share-margin https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/HLeBroking_ESG_Margin_Financing.jpg_1741845871.jpg MY en Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) has launched its ESG share margin financing. The product allows investors to invest up to 65 per cent of their margin in companies that are constituents of the FTSE4Good Bursa Malaysia (F4GBM) index. HLIB provides a promotional interest rate of 4.95 per cent with a minimum facility of RM100,000 to encourage clients to engage in sustainable investing. "KUALA LUMPUR: Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) has launched its ESG share margin financing. HLIB claimed that this makes it the first Malaysian investment bank to offer a dedicated share margin f...[+1992 chars]" 2025-03-13T05:52:21 Exxaro names Ben Magara as CEO Jacqueline Mackenzie https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/companies/mining/2025-03-13-exxaro-names-ben-magara-as-ceo https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZqGUwzilq1IU0xSdk73b2r_zPckHoyTYBsxVYRYAlPo3_2JVgRjh6jiai-GWRdSX_kC-cYQHYUu52KfFQy0TqnoO_LWV32D=s1000 ZA en Ben Magara has been appointed CEO of Exxaro Resources from April 1. He succeeds Riaan Koppeschaar, who has been acting in the role since the departure of previous CEO Nombasa Tsengwa. Magara is a qualified mining engineer with more than 35 years' industry experience in both soft and hard rock mining at underground and open pit operations. He founded Africa Mining & Metals Group, a mining and advisory company focused on battery and precious metals. He will step down from the board of Grindrod at the beginning of April. "Exxaro Resources has appointed Ben Magara as CEO from April 1, succeeding acting CEO Riaan Koppeschaar, who will remain in his role as finance director. Koppeschaar has been acting in the role since t...[+2045 chars]" 2025-03-13T05:12:11 Seplats CEO buys additional 50,000 shares Daily Trust https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4183341/seplats-ceo-buys-additional-50000-shares.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Mr. Roger Brown has acquired 50,000 ordinary shares of Seplat Energy PLC. The formal disclosure was made by Mrs. Edith Onwuchekwa, Director, Legal/Company Secretary in line with the policy of the exchanges on insider dealing. Seplat Energy PLC has notified the Nigerian Exchange and the London Stock Exchange (LSE) that its Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, Mr. Roger Brown has acquired 50,000 ordinary shares. T...[+199 chars] 2025-03-13T04:23:31 Nigerias $1 trillion GDP target requires inclusiveness Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4183052/nigerias-1-trillion-gdp-target-requires-inclusiveness.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Experts have called for urgent policy reforms to support women in business and leadership. They also advocated gender equity, corporate accountability and economic policies that recognise women's contributions to growth. Nigeria's $1 trillion GDP target requires inclusiveness, experts say. The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News reports. Experts have called for urgent policy reforms and stronger legal frameworks to support women in business and leadership. They also advocated gender equity, corporate accountability and economic polici...[+242 chars] 2025-03-13T04:20:14 The AI governance challenge: who owns AI risk in a business? Bill Smeltzer https://www.nhbr.com/the-ai-governance-challenge-who-owns-ai-risk-in-a-business https://www.nhbr.com/content/uploads/2025/03/e/p/bill-smeltzer-e1741839533857-700x468.png US en As organizations integrate artificial intelligence into their operations, establishing robust AI governance has become a critical priority. Executive accountability plays a pivotal role in effective AI governance. There is a lack of visibility into how employees and vendors use AI tools. Focus is hosting a Virtual Lunch & Learn session on March 27th at 11:00 am. "Bill Smeltzer As organizations increasingly integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations, establishing robust AI governance has become a critical priority. AI governance involves imple...[+3713 chars]" 2025-03-13T03:58:35 FRC Boss: Sustainability Reporting Will Mitigate Risks, Spur Opportunities in Insurance Sector, Others Nigeria https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/13/frc-boss-sustainability-reporting-will-mitigate-risks-spur-opportunities-in-insurance-sector-others https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/FRC.png NG en Sustainability reporting is the practice of organisations disclosing their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance and impacts caused by their everyday activities. Insurance and financial institutions can play a critical role in promoting sustainable development and mitigating the impacts of climate change by adopting IFRS S1 and S2. "James Emejo in Abuja The Executive Secretary/Chief Executive, Financial Reporting Council (FRC) of Nigeria, Dr. Rabiu Olowo, yesterday said the adoption of sustainability reporting was crucial for dem...[+4721 chars]" 2025-03-13T03:57:26 NCBA Bank Shines At National Diversity And Inclusion Awards, Cementing Its Sustainability Leadership Juma https://sokodirectory.com/2025/03/ncba-bank-shines-at-national-diversity-and-inclusion-awards-cementing-its-sustainability-leadership https://sokodirectory.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/NCBA-Bank.jpeg KE en NCBA Bank won two awards at the National Diversity and Inclusion Awards and Recognition (DIAR). They were the 1st Runners-up for Impact Investing Initiative and the 2nd for Best Company in Sustainability/ESG Reporting. The bank's #NCBAChangeTheStory initiative has been a game-changer, supporting transformative programs. "NCBA Bank continues to make waves in the sustainability space, bagging top honors at the prestigious National Diversity and Inclusion Awards and Recognition (DIAR). The bank emerged as the 1st Runners...[+1458 chars]" 2025-03-13T03:40:29 KPMG report found Drax did not breach sustainability rules, Ofgem reveals Ralph Blackburn https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/kpmg-report-found-drax-did-not-breach-sustainability-rules-ofgem-reveals-5031027 https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/09/19/9/21/09-Looking-up-to-one-of-the-iconic-towers.jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Ofgem is aware that questions have been raised about whether Drax was in breach of its sustainability obligations and therefore it was wrong to receive Renewables Obligation funding. It is aware of the KPMG reports and is aware Drax may have breached the sustainability obligations. Now, the regulator has said: 'Ofgem is aware that questions have been raised around whether the KPMG reports contain evidence that Drax was in breach of its sustainability obligations and therefore wr...[+45 chars] 2025-03-13T03:30:00 NSRCEL's circular economy bootcamp brings together 26 start-ups from across the country Sutapa Dey https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/nsrcels-circular-economy-bootcamp-brings-together-26-start-ups-from-across-the-country/article69314236.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/gbe87h/article69322941.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/DSC_7554%201.jpg IN en NSRCEL hosted a three-day circular economy bootcamp. It brought together 26 start-ups from across the country. It was organised in collaboration with Pernod Ricard India Foundation and Yunus Social Business Fund. The objective of the camp was to introduce ventures to service providers and foster inter-cohort partnerships to facilitate customer-supplier relationship. NSRCEL, the incubation cell of Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), hosted a three-day circular economy bootcamp, aiming to foster sustainability-driven business solutions and scaling vent...[+3236 chars] 2025-03-13T03:15:30 Govt to undertake additional due diligence for Sapura Energy's RM1.1b capital injection Dayang Norazhar https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/03/13/govt-to-undertake-additional-due-diligence-for-sapura-energys-rm1-1b-capital-injection https://themalaysianreserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/SAPURA-Energy-AR.jpg MY en The government will conduct additional due diligence to finalise the RM1.1 billion capital injection into Sapura Energy Bhd as part of its restructuring efforts. The funds will go towards settling debts owed to 2,000 local oil and gas SMEs, the majority of which are Bumiputera companies. The government's involvement is in the form of an investment. "THE government will undertake an additional due diligence as a precondition to finalise the RM1.1 billion capital injection into Sapura Energy Bhd (SEB) as part of its restructuring efforts. In a stat...[+1789 chars]" 2025-03-13T03:12:00 Carbon Pipeline Company Seeks Pause In Permitting Schedule After SD Adopts Eminent Domain Ban Joshua Haiar © 2025 https://www.yankton.net/community/article_0ad8078e-ffb9-11ef-9a0f-77787c947552.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/yankton.net/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/4c/44c52b20-ffb9-11ef-b7f6-9309d9a8b34f/67d24dcc8b53e.image.jpg?crop=1600%2C840%2C0%2C112&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Summit Carbon Solutions wants the schedule of proceedings for its permit application 'paused for review and adjustment' after the state's Legislature and governor approved a ban on the use of eminent domain for carbon dioxide pipelines. The existing schedule includes a multi-day evidentiary hearing in August and September. Summit Carbon Solutions wants the schedule of proceedings for its South Dakota permit application 'paused for review and adjustment' after the state's Legislature and governor approved a ban on the us...[+358 chars] 2025-03-13T02:26:12 Dieter Kurtenbach: The 49ers need to come clean on their real 2025 plan Dieter Kurtenbach https://kdhnews.com/sports/nfl/dieter-kurtenbach-the-49ers-need-to-come-clean-on-their-real-2025-plan/article_9b11abf4-52a0-5136-bdbc-63f0474b2c97.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/kdhnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d24d118c-8888-11e9-94c1-a36b64682479.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The San Francisco 49ers are going for a dive in '25, so they need to say it now.  Honesty is the best policy, so the 49ers should come out and say it: they're going for the dive in 25. "Honesty is the best policy. So the San Francisco 49ers should just come out and say it: they're going for a dive in '25." 2025-03-13T02:16:00 Societe Generale: availability of the 2025 Universal Registration Document with the annual financial report https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6058284 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The 2025 Universal Registration Document was filed with the French Financial Markets Authority (AMF) on 12 March 2025. It includes the 2024 annual financial report, sustainability report, report on corporate governance, Statutory Auditors' reports and the Sustainability certification report. The LCR ratio as at the end of December 2024 was published on 6 February 2025 at 162%. "AVAILABILITY OF THE 2025 UNIVERSAL REGISTRATION DOCUMENT WITH THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT Regulated Information Paris, 12 March 2025 Societe Generale hereby informs the public that the French version ...[+2676 chars]" 2025-03-13T02:04:51 Could Starmer's regulation shake-up mean a 'bonfire of the quangos'? Becky Morton https://www.yahoo.com/news/could-starmers-regulation-shake-mean-020451359.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/DoLn6Cy4P1.bWcrQfbbSVw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bbc_us_articles_995/986a709e5530b2b3b385c55bf75958d6 US en Sir Keir Starmer will make a speech on cutting costs of regulation in a speech later. New AI and tech teams will be sent into public sector departments to drive improvements in efficiencies. Sir Keir wants ministers to take more responsibility for decisions, rather than outsourcing them to regulators. A push to reduce the role of quangos - or non-governmental bodies - is expected to be part of the prime minister's plan. "Sir Keir Starmer will pledge to slash the costs of regulation with an ""active government"" in a speech later. He will take aim at a ""cottage industry of checkers and blockers slowing down delivery for ...[+3090 chars]" 2025-03-13T02:04:46 Could Keir Starmer's regulation shake-up mean a 'bonfire of the quangos'? Becky Morton https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2y82rk4kpo https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/6ebf/live/ca06ba00-ff5b-11ef-9c50-1fc1966647c9.jpg GB en Sir Keir Starmer will make a speech on cutting costs of regulation in a speech later. New AI and tech teams will be sent into public sector departments to drive improvements in efficiencies. Sir Keir wants to reduce the role of quangos, or non-governmental bodies, which are funded by taxpayers but not directly controlled by central government. There are more than 300 of them in the UK, but the new Labour government has set up more than 20 since winning power. "Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to slash the costs of regulation with an ""active government"".In a speech, he said politicians had chosen to hide behind quangos, and he took aim at a ""cottage industry of ...[+2925 chars]" 2025-03-13T02:00:42 Singapore's stock market reforms set to boost public listings by 50% Gemma Iso https://theindependent.sg/singapores-stock-market-reforms-set-to-boost-public-listings-by-50 https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Depositphotos_119277204_L-2-e1719808185218.jpg SG en Singapore's recent stock market reforms are expected to increase the number of public listings in 2025 by up to 50%. The reforms include a 20% corporate tax rebate for primary listings, a 10% rebate for secondary listings, and a $5 billion market development program. The reforms have already sparked increased interest from companies exploring initial public offerings (IPOs). SINGAPORE: Singapore's recent stock market reforms are poised to significantly increase the number of public listings in 2025, with experts predicting a surge of up to 50%. According to a recent Singa...[+3037 chars] 2025-03-13T00:31:42 Diversity quotas for finance firms are abandoned in a victory against wokery MARTIN BECKFORD https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14492555/diversity-quotas-finance-firms-abandoned-victory-wokery.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/03/12/22/96131999-0-image-a-46_1741818056666.jpg GB en The Financial Conduct Authority will not publish new rules on diversity and inclusion for finance firms. Tory leader Kemi Badenoch hails the decision as a victory against wokery. Tory Caroline Ffiske of Conservatives for Women hails it a victory for gender-critical campaigners. "Diversity quotas for finance firms have been abandoned in what has been hailed as a victory against wokery. Under the controversial plans by City watchdogs, more than 40,000 institutions would have be...[+2915 chars]" 2025-03-13T00:00:00 First EU Vote To Delay Sustainability Reporting Requirements Set For April 1 Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/03/13/first-eu-vote-to-delay-sustainability-reporting-requirements-set-for-april-1 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67d2e5b1f50a727414787413/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en On February 26, the European Commission adopted a proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the European Union. The European Parliament is poised to fast-track the delays. The first vote is scheduled for April 1 before the Committee on Legal Affairs, known as JURI. The proposal removes mandatory reporting requirements for most companies with over 1,000 employees and €450-plus million in annual net turnover. STRASBOURG, FRANCE - JULY 18: Ursula von der Leyen, head of the European Commission, participates in ... [+] the debate after her speech during the plenary session of the European Parliament on July 1...[+3328 chars] 2025-03-13T00:00:00 Факт надругательства школьников над второклассницей в сибирском селе не подтвердился - Газета.Ru Ольга Рудашевская https://www.gazeta.ru/social/news/2025/03/13/25304018.shtml https://img.gazeta.ru/files3/158/20469158/726262626-pic_32ratio_900x600-900x600-51901.jpg RU en Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) is a major natural gas utility company in Pakistan. SSGC is responsible for the distribution and transmission of natural gas in Karachi, Sindh, and Balochistan. Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) operates in the northern regions of the country. SNGPL is listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange. Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) is a major natural gas utility company in Pakistan, primarily responsible for the distribution and transmission of natural gas in southern parts of the country, includi...[+836 chars] 2025-03-13T00:00:00 Practical Decarbonization Solutions Must Be Nurtured, Says MHI Group's Green Solutions CEO Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/Practical_Decarbonization_Solutions_Must_Be_Nurtured_Says_MH https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en World's industrial complex must nurture practical solutions for decarbonization, says senior Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' executive. He urges others to apply the lessons more widely and apply the techniques to the whole industrial complex.   . for more information. World's industrial complex must nurture practical solutions for decarbonization and apply the lessons more widely, says senior Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' executive. 2025-03-13T00:00:00 ESG is not to blame for our puny defences The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/ESG_is_not_to_blame_for_our_puny_defences https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Alex Baker, MP for Aldershot, wrote an open letter accusing the investment world of using environmental, social and governance (ESG) arguments to avoid backing UK defence companies. It attracted more than 100 signatures from Labour MPs and peers, including Lord Robertson of Port Ellen. Alex Baker, MP for Aldershot, has kicked off quite a kerfuffle. Her open letter last week, accusing the investment world of using environmental, social and governance (ESG) arguments to avoid backing ...[+130 chars] 2025-03-13T00:00:00 Boustead to hive off real estate business; subsidiary to take 24.1% stake in Unified Industrial Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/Boustead_to_hive_off_real_estate_business_subsidiary_to_take https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Singapore-listed company says the company is not interested in the issue. It is not aware of any such issue.   for the company.  The company is a Singapore-based company with shares traded on the Singapore Stock Exchange. The Singapore-listed company says the 2025-03-13T00:00:00 The protectors of Santa Monica Bay are caving to Trump's dangerous demands The Los Angeles Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/The_protectors_of_Santa_Monica_Bay_are_caving_to_Trump_s_dan https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Some businesses and universities are abandoning their climate goals and diversity commitments for fear of reprisal from an authoritarian Trump administration. The environmental group based in West Los Angeles, at least, would hold firm to its principles. It's a good idea to stand up for the environment. Even as many businesses and universities rush to abandon their climate goals, diversity commitments and small-d democratic values for fear of reprisal from an increasingly authoritarian Trump administ...[+130 chars] 2025-03-13T00:00:00 Unity Group Announces the Issuance of Carbon Emission Rights, Ongoing Projects Expected to Reduce 25 Million Tons of Carbon Dioxide Emissions Vietnam News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/Unity_Group_Announces_the_Issuance_of_Carbon_Emission_Rights https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Unity Group Announces the Issuance of Carbon Emission Rights. Ongoing Projects Expected to Reduce 25 million tons of Carbon Dioxide Emissions. Sustainable development is a global goal. It is aimed at energy conservation, emission reduction and achieving zero emissions and carbon. Unity Group Announces the Issuance of Carbon Emission Rights, Ongoing Projects Expected to Reduce 25 Million Tons of Carbon Dioxide Emissions HONG KONG SAR - EQS Newswire - 13 March 2025 - Sustainable...[+232 chars] 2025-03-13T00:00:00 Batteries Use in Vessels - Current Situation, Future Prospects Marine Link https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/Batteries_Use_in_Vessels_Current_Situation_Future_Prospects https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en On the current pathway, global shipping greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are forecast to rise in this decade and eventually return to 2010 levels by ~2050. The chart represents the three scenarios for shipping emissions developed by the International Energy Agency and adds in the IMO Strategy targets for emissions. On the current pathway, global shipping greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are forecast to rise in this decade and eventually return to 2010 levels by ~2050. The chart represents the three scenarios for s...[+119 chars] 2025-03-13T00:00:00 Keynote speech by Petra Hielkema at the EIOPA Sustainable Finance Conference (EIOPA - European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/Keynote_speech_by_Petra_Hielkema_at_the_EIOPA_Sustainable_Fi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EIOPA's 2025 Sustainable Finance Conference is taking place today. The conference will discuss sustainability and effective management of climate-related financial risks. Speakers and attendees include regulators, industry leaders, policymakers, and other people with a vested interest in climate change. ) Good morning and welcome to EIOPA's 2025 Sustainable Finance Conference. Thank you all for joining us today. We are here to discuss sustainability and effective management of climate-related financi...[+109 chars] 2025-03-13T00:00:00 Naperville D203 carbon action plan would lower greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050 Chicago Tribune https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/13/Naperville_D203_carbon_action_plan_would_lower_greenhouse_ga https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Naperville District 203 School Board will vote on a carbon action plan later this month. The plan would significantly cut its greenhouse gas emissions in the next 10 years and reach net-zero emissions by 2050. It was developed by environmental consultant Keramida Inc. in partnership with a committee of the district. The Naperville District 203 School Board will vote on a carbon action plan later this month that would significantly cut its greenhouse gas emissions in the next 10 years and reach net-zero greenhouse...[+248 chars] 2025-03-13T00:00:00 FMA Issues Warning To Evco Pacific Limited And Its Directors For Breaching Disclosure Requirements https://pacific.scoop.co.nz/2025/03/fma-issues-warning-to-evco-pacific-limited-and-its-directors-for-breaching-disclosure-requirements https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1509/scoop_placeholder.jpg NZ en The Financial Markets Authority has issued a warning to Evco Pacific Limited for failing to make the proper disclosure requirements under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA). The warning also applies to EVCO's current director Neville Montefiore and former directors Roger MacDonald and Christopher Nathan. EVCO and its directors breached the FMCA by failing to provide the required disclosure to investors about an offer of shares in EVCO by its parent company. "Press Release – Financial Markets Authority In the FMAs view, EVCO and its directors breached the FMCA by failing to provide the required disclosure to investors about an offer of shares in EVCO by it...[+2404 chars]" 2025-03-12T23:49:31 Donald Trump Jr cashes in on the MAGA economy Alex Rogers https://www.afr.com/world/north-america/donald-trump-jr-cashes-in-on-the-maga-economy-20250313-p5lj9f https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.4489%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/bc5b6f763bc2eb62ee15a700e5e8bde2a9b4ba77 AU en Donald Trump Jr has joined forces with a group of financiers dedicated to the president's vision of America. They are making bets on companies in finance, media, pharmaceuticals, guns, cryptocurrency, betting and alcohol that are prepared to ride the MAGA wave. Companies that promote environmental, social and governance (ESG) or diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are out. Investments based on 'entrepreneurship, innovation and growth' are in. Since his father's 2024 election victory, Donald Trump Jr has joined forces with a small group of financiers who are devoted to the president's vision of America, making bets on companies in industrie...[+334 chars] 2025-03-12T22:50:00 Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S: Notification and Public Disclosure of Transactions by Person Discharging Managerial Responsibilities https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6058222 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Karsten Dam Larsen, a member of the Board of Directors of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S, has sold 5,000 shares at DKK 515,300 for DKK 102.6 each. The transaction took place on March 10th, 25th, at Nasdaq Copenhagen. "Company Announcement No. 04/2025 Copenhagen, 12 March 2025 Notification and Public Disclosure of Transactions by Person Discharging Managerial Responsibilities 1. Information on the person discharging...[+1795 chars]" 2025-03-12T22:15:00 Kojamo plc has completed the issue of its EUR 500,000,000 green bond under its EMTN programme Mar. 12, 2025 22:15 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6058180 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Kojamo plc has completed the issue of its EUR 500,000,000 green bond under its EMTN programme. The maturity of the euro-denominated Notes is 7 years and the maturity date is 12 March 2032. The Notes have been admitted to the official list of Euronext Dublin and to trading on its regulated market. The proceeds of the issuance of the Notes will be used by Kojamo for the financing or refinancing investments that promote energy efficiency of buildings. "Kojamo plc Stock exchange release 12 March 2025 4.15 p.m. EET Kojamo plc has completed the issue of its EUR 500,000,000 green bond under its EMTN programme NOT FOR PUBLISHING OR DISTRIBUTION, WHETHER ...[+9008 chars]" 2025-03-12T21:57:00 Safe and Green Development Corporation Updates Ex-Dividend Date For the Previously Announced Dividend Safe https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/safe-and-green-development-corporation-updates-ex-dividend-date-for-the-previously-announced-dividend/article_93b7ef58-4381-5669-9e33-47feedd36f64.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Safe and Green Development Corporation (NASDAQ: SGD) announced details regarding its previously declared stock dividend. On March 5, 2025, the Company approved a stock dividend from its treasury shares of 0.05 shares of common stock for each outstanding share. Any fractional shares will be settled in cash based on opening price of the common stock on April 8, 2025. "MIAMI, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Safe and Green Development Corporation (NASDAQ: SGD) (""SG Devco"" or the ""Company"") today announced details regarding its previously declared stock dividend, inclu...[+446 chars]" 2025-03-12T21:49:00 Thai ESGX fund could limit stock losses Nuntawun Polkuamdee https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2978853/thai-esgx-fund-could-limit-stock-losses https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en The Thai ESG Extra (ESGX) fund was endorsed by the cabinet this week. It allows the transfer of investments from long-term equity funds (LTFs) and provides additional tax-deductible investment opportunities. The total outstanding LTF investment is estimated at 180 billion baht. The new fund is attractive for high-income earners. The Thai ESG Extra (ESGX) fund endorsed by the cabinet this week could help limit the downside risks for the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index, supporting a rebound to 1,250-1,300 points despite ...[+2873 chars] 2025-03-12T21:00:15 Bill targeting ESG for farmers advances to next NC House committee Christine Zhu https://www.yahoo.com/news/bill-targeting-esg-farmers-advances-210015588.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/nc_newsline_articles_683/61043145ac35676c2b186f1161286430 US en The North Carolina House Agriculture and Environment Committee voted Wednesday to approve legislation targeting socially responsible lending in agriculture. House Bill 62, the 'Farmers Protection Act,' is a measure to prevent banks and credit unions from using discriminatory practices against farmers in the state. It's sponsored by Reps. Neal Jackson, Jimmy Dixon, Jennifer Balkcom, Karl Gillespie, and Karl Gillespie. The bill targets 'ESG' — short for 'environmental, social, governance' — a method for evaluating sustainability performance. The House Judiciary 1 Committee approved the legislation at the end of February. "A farmer harvests soybeans. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service photo by Brandon O'Connor. The North Carolina House Agriculture and Environment Committee voted Wednesday to approve legislation...[+2159 chars]" 2025-03-12T20:53:02 Activist investor against Woodside directors' election due to climate concerns Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/activist-investor-defies-woodside-directors-205302790.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/22d3dd8af17aec8f0012158b5b6eb405 US en Activist investor is opposing the election of directors at the upcoming annual general meeting of Australian energy major Woodside Energy. ACCR says Woodside's total shareholder returns over the past 15 years have been 168% lower than the ASX100 and 83% less than the MSCI World Energy. 58% of shareholders voted against the Climate Transition Action Plan in 2024, the world's first majority vote against a company's climate plan. (Reuters) -An activist investor is opposing the election of directors at an upcoming annual general meeting of Australian energy major Woodside Energy, citing poor returns and the company's failures i...[+1163 chars] 2025-03-12T20:51:22 ESG Report (2024 Corporate Responsibility Booklet Pub MAR 2024 v5) (Enterprise Bancorp Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/ESG_Report_2024_Corporate_Responsibility_Booklet_Pub_MAR_202 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/[] US en 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report: Enterprise Bank's Footprint, Financial Results at a Glance, Message from CEO, People, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB), Learning Opportunities, Pannels, and Bank Career Panel. )2024 Corporate Responsibility ReportOur Footprint. 2Financial Results at a Glance. . 3Message From Our CEO. .. .4People. . 5Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB). . 6DEIB Learning Opportun...[+120 chars] 2025-03-12T20:05:23 Activist Investor Drives BP To Do 'Fewer Things, With Higher Returns' Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Activist_Investor_Drives_BP_To_Do_Fewer_Things_With_Higher_R https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/[] US en CEO of energy giant BP pledges to return BP to its oil and gas roots and higher returns. BP is under pressure from an activist investor and a sagging share price. BP's share price has been hit by the activist investor's pressure. BP has a market value of $50 billion. Under pressure from an activist investor and a sagging share price, the CEO of energy giant BP pledges to return his company to its oil and gas roots and higher returns. 2025-03-12T20:03:00 Milliken & Company 獲評為 World's Most Ethical Companies® 之一 Mar. 12, 2025 20:03 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/zh/news/6058071 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F03%2F12%2Fab5a8c82c04942cb99326cb404f57402.jpg TW en Milliken & Company is one of the World's Most Ethical Companies in 2025. Halsey Cook is an ISO 27001 registered employee of Milliken. Ethisphere is an eco-friendly company founded by Kasel Knight in 2006. "連續 19 年，Ethisphere 表揚製造商對誠信和道德商業實踐的承諾 南卡罗莱纳州斯巴丹堡 2025年3月12日 /美通社/ -- Milliken & Company 榮幸連續 19 年獲列入 Ethisphere 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies 表彰名單，反映出這間多元化的全球製造商對誠信和道德商業實踐的持續承諾。Milliken 是自此獎項於 2...[+1788 chars]" 2025-03-12T19:20:43 FRC urges insurance, financial institutions to adopt sustainability reporting ahead of 2028 deadline Favour Okpale https://businessday.ng/news/article/frc-urges-insurance-financial-institutions-to-adopt-sustainability-reporting-ahead-of-2028-deadline https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Financial-Reporting-Council-FRC.jpg NG en The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRC) has called on insurance companies and other financial institutions to adopt sustainability reporting ahead of the mandatory compliance period set for 2028. This call was made during the Industry-Specific Workshop on the Implementation of ISSB's IFRS S1 & S2 for insurance companies in Nigeria. The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRC) has called on insurance companies and other financial institutions to adopt sustainability reporting ahead of the mandatory compliance period set for 2...[+4257 chars] 2025-03-12T18:30:09 Two leading Kildare organisations named as finalists for top awards Ken Phelan https://www.leinsterleader.ie/news/local-news/1751986/two-leading-kildare-organisations-named-as-finalists-for-top-awards.html https://www.leinsterleader.ie/resizer/1200/700/true/2025_03_12/trophy-3470654_1280-1741797336951.jpg--two_leading_kildare_organisations_named_as_finalists_for_top_awards.jpg?1741797337003 IE en Aldi and Barretstown are finalists in the 2025 Business & Finance ESG Awards. The awards recognise outstanding efforts in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Other finalists include Dublin Port Company, Business for Biodiversity Ireland, Sodexo Ireland, Bord Gáis Energy, Codema - Dublin's Energy Agency, William Fry LLP, PTSB, Keelings, and BWG Foods. Mary Robinson will receive the ESG Leader Award. "Two of Kildare's leading organisations have been named as finalists in the 2025 Business & Finance ESG Awards. The awards, in association with Grant Thornton, recognise outstanding efforts in Environm...[+2569 chars]" 2025-03-12T18:14:00 Societe Generale: Availability of the 2025 Universal Registration Document with the annual financial report Société Générale https://finance.yahoo.com/news/societe-generale-availability-2025-universal-181400007.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/17641d121f87a070a4cebd67e8f19731 US en The 2025 Universal Registration Document was filed with the French Financial Markets Authority on 12 March 2025. It includes the 2024 annual financial report, the sustainability report, Statutory Auditors' reports and the Sustainability certification report. The LCR ratio as at the end of December 2024 was published on 6 February 2025 at 162%, confirming the Group's strong liquidity profile. "AVAILABILITY OF THE 2025 UNIVERSAL REGISTRATION DOCUMENT WITH THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT Regulated Information Paris, 12 March 2025 Societe Generale hereby informs the public that the French version ...[+4411 chars]" 2025-03-12T17:50:09 President Mahama orders all CEOs, deputies to declare their assets immediately https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/President-Mahama-orders-all-CEOs-deputies-to-declare-their-assets-immediately-1975202 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/636/63647859.jpg GH en President John Dramani Mahama has directed all Chief Executive Officers and their deputies to declare their assets without delay. This directive marks a significant move aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in public office. The asset declaration requirement is mandated under Article 286(1) of the 1992 Constitution and the Public Office Holders Act, 1998 (Act 550). "Business News of Wednesday, 12 March 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com President John Dramani Mahama has directed all Chief Executive Officers and their deputies to declare their assets without delay. He ...[+1262 chars]" 2025-03-12T17:35:01 Axxela restates commitment to global best practice in Delta community Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4182378/axxela-restates-commitment-to-global-best-practice-in-delta-community.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Axxela restates commitment to global best practice in Delta community. People of Emu-Ebendo Community in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta on Tuesday demanded Axxela's exit from the land it is currently occupying.   Axxela, an Oil and Gas firm, says it is committed to global best practices that upholds legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Axxela made the clarification while reacting ...[+325 chars] 2025-03-12T17:34:06 FG committed to creating enabling environment for hydrocarbon investments — Tinubu's aide Bola Badmus https://tribuneonlineng.com/fg-committed-to-creating-enabling-environment-for-hydrocarbon-investments-tinubus-aide https://tribuneonlineng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_6648-scaled.jpg NG en The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating an enabling environment for hydrocarbon investments to address energy poverty in Nigeria. The Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Energy, Ms. Olu Verheijen, made this assurance during a session at CERAWeek by S&P Global, themed 'Policy and People: Pathways to a Just Transition.' The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating an enabling environment for hydrocarbon investments to address energy poverty in the country, emphasizing that Africa is not a net cont...[+3232 chars] 2025-03-12T17:34:03 Expedia Group (NasdaqGS:EXPE) Sees 13% Dip Amid New Partnership With Southwest Airlines Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/expedia-group-nasdaqgs-expe-sees-173403506.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/bba80cef4667ee8433810d7fbee032a7 US en Expedia Group's (NasdaqGS:EXPE) stock experienced a decline of 13.22% over the past week. The company's total return, including share price and dividends, rose 203.20% in the last five years. Expedia's valuation is 59.7% below estimated fair value. Expedia Group's (NasdaqGS:EXPE) recent partnership with Southwest Airlines and the launch of Quill Rewards reflect efforts to expand its offerings and customer engagement. Despite these initiatives ai...[+3144 chars] 2025-03-12T17:27:28 Indian Stock Market: A Comprehensive Guide to Sharia-Compliant Options and Strategies Irshad Mushtaq https://kashmirobserver.net/2025/03/12/indian-stock-market-a-comprehensive-guide-to-sharia-compliant-options-and-strategies https://kashmirobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Shariah-Compliant.jpg IN en Sharia-compliant mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are becoming more popular in the Indian market. Many potential investors are still unsure about investing in Halal funds. They need professional guidance and a well-structured portfolio to make informed decisions. "Representational Photo In recent years, the popularity of Halal investments has grown significantly, particularly among Muslim investors seeking to align their financial decisions with Sharia Islamic ...[+6914 chars]" 2025-03-12T17:23:28 Gord, ACI join forces for enhancing low-carbon concrete solutions Qna Doha https://www.gulf-times.com/article/701859/qatar/gord-aci-join-forces-for-enhancing-low-carbon-concrete-solutions https://www.gulf-times.com/gulftimes/uploads/images/2025/03/12/thumbs/300x300/295039.jpg QA en Gord and the American Concrete Institute signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on advancing climate mitigation and sustainability within the concrete industry. The MoU outlines several key areas of collaboration between the two organizations, centering on capacity building, training and the promotion of sustainable innovations. The collaboration also aims to create frameworks that support change through standardized certifications and sustainability assessments. The Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (Gord) and the American Concrete Institute (ACI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on advancing climate mitigation and sustaina...[+2641 chars] 2025-03-12T17:07:00 IndusInd Bank's stock drop below Rs 600 may require Hindujas to pledge more, warns Macquarie Saloni Shukla https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/indusind-banks-stock-drop-below-rs-600-may-require-hindujas-to-pledge-more-warns-macquarie/articleshow/118938857.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118938840,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-29960,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en The Hinduja Group, which promotes IndusInd Bank, may be compelled to pledge up to 80% of its holdings in the bank if the stock price drops below Rs 600 per share. Macquarie Capital warns that the risk of pledging could extend to other Hinduja-led entities as the group works to repay debt and reduce collateral. "The Hinduja Group , which promotes IndusInd Bank , may be compelled to pledge up to 80% of its holdings in the bank if the stock price drops below Rs 600 per share, according to an analysis by Macquar...[+3971 chars]" 2025-03-12T17:06:42 Sogeclair: Voting rights as at 2025/02/28 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/13/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sogeclair-voting-rights-as-at-20250228/2072169 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/13/564771.png PH en SOGECLAIR is a business corporation with a capital of 3 204 901 Euros. Head Office is located at 7 avenue Albert Durand - 31700 BLAGNAC (France) Tel.: +33 (0)5.61.71.71 - www.sogeclair.com. "SOGECLAIR Business corporation with a capital of 3 204 901 Euros Head Office: 7 avenue Albert Durand - 31700 BLAGNAC (France) Tel.: +33 (0)5.61.71.71.71 - www.sogeclair.com 335 218 269 R.C.S. TOULOUSE...[+306 chars]" 2025-03-12T17:00:00 PrivateEquityCXO and Falcon Partners Recognize 2025's Top 50 Private Equity Firms for Executives Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/privateequitycxo-falcon-partners-recognize-2025-170000218.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/b6c1e5a351ed348970ebd0c9a4e93712 US en PrivateEquityCXO and Falcon Partners have announced 2025's Top 50 Private Equity Firms who best enable their portfolio company executives to drive maximum returns. Winners are determined through data collected from thousands of sponsor-backed executives. The report also provides a framework for conducting diligence and improving existing partnerships. CLEVELAND, March 12, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PrivateEquityCXO and Falcon Partners have announced 2025's Top 50 Private Equity Firms who best enable their portfolio company executives to drive maximum r...[+3034 chars] 2025-03-12T16:46:00 Greenpeace UK pledges to match London's diversity https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4410750/greenpeace-uk-pledges-match-londons-diversity https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/4a07141/1af39dc8-2c87-4e2b-bd15-a92f13e22f64/1/GP0STTYVN-Low-res-with-credit-line-800px-370x229.jpg GB en Greenpeace UK's new goal is to ensure its workforce matches the diversity of its workforce. Greenpeace is responding to recent attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. Greenpeace UK's London office is one of the UK's leading environmental charities. "Image: Staff at Greenpeace UK's London office | Credit: Suzanne Plunkett / Greenpeace One of the UK's leading environmental charities has hit back at recent attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion...[+93 chars]" 2025-03-12T16:44:05 Axxela restates commitment to global best practice in Delta community NAN https://guardian.ng/news/axxela-restates-commitment-to-global-best-practice-in-delta-community https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Axxela-Limited.jpg NG en Axxela, an Oil and Gas firm, says it is committed to global best practices that upholds legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Axxela made the clarification while reacting to a protest by the people of Emu-Ebendo Community in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta on Tuesday demanding its exit from the land it acquired in the area through another community. According to the company, the land in question was acquired following rigorous due diligence and in full compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory frameworks. "Axxela, an Oil and Gas firm, says it is committed to global best practices that upholds legal processes, community interests, and sustainable development. Axxela made the clarification while reacting ...[+3205 chars]" 2025-03-12T16:13:24 Financial Leadership: Strengthening fiscal discipline for business growth Ernest De-Graft https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Financial_Leadership_Strengthening_fiscal_discipline_for_bus https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/[] US en Financial leadership goes beyond managing balance sheets. It's about ensuring financial discipline, optimizing resources, and making strategic investments for long-term sustainability. CEOs must take an approach that takes into account all of these factors. Ernest De-Graft is CEO of Egyir insight. By Ernest De-Graft EGYIRInsightFinancial leadership goes beyond managing balance sheets; it is about ensuring financial discipline, optimizing resources, and making strategic investments for long-term...[+34 chars] 2025-03-12T16:09:25 Solstice Announces $850,000 Flow-through Share and Unit Financing: Correction Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/solstice-announces-850000-flow-through-share-and-unit-financing-correction https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250312380345r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en The Company intends to complete a financing by way of a non-brokered private placement for aggregate proceeds of $850,000 with significant participation from all members of the Board of Directors and Senior Management. The Offering will consist of the issuance of a combination of the following securities: "Article content NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Solstice Gold Corp. (TSXV: SGC) (' Solstice ', 'we', 'o...[+571 chars]" 2025-03-12T16:00:47 US energy industry is putting profits over people, advocates say Dharna Noor in Houston https://news.yahoo.com/news/us-energy-industry-putting-profits-160047619.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_guardian_765/07d6b538d5f44c18282273569d7c8807 US en At the CERAWeek conference in Texas this week, oil and gas companies retreated from their flashy climate pledges of years past, redoubling their commitment to planet-warming fossil fuels. BP announced it would increase its investment in oil to $10bn a year, while slashing more than $5bn from its previous green investment plan. Shell in December announced reduced investments in renewable energy. Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Citi, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan all said they were abandoning their UN-sponsored group that pledged to zero out emissions from their investment portfolios. "At a major oil and gas conference in Texas this week, companies publicly retreated from their flashy climate pledges of years past, redoubling their commitment to planet-warming fossil fuels. The with...[+5430 chars]" 2025-03-12T16:00:37 Ubisoft investor plans protest outside of Paris headquarters, IGN reports Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/ubisoft-investor-plans-protest-outside-of-paris-headquarters-ign-reports-1034470259 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Juraj Krupa, CEO of AJ Investments, wants to organize a protest outside Ubisoft's Paris headquarters. He accuses the company of failing to disclose alleged talks with Microsoft, EA and other publishers interested in acquiring the company's game franchises. He also wants a 'clear roadmap for recovery' from executives to address declining shareholder value and lackluster operational execution. Juraj Krupa, CEO of Ubisoft (UBSFY) minority shareholder AJ Investments, is seeking to organize a protest outside the game maker's Paris headquarters, accusing it of failing to disclose alleged talks ...[+588 chars] 2025-03-12T15:43:00 Aster DM Healthcare promoters cut share pledge to 41% after refinancing debt PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/aster-dm-healthcare-promoters-cut-share-pledge-to-41-after-refinancing-debt/articleshow/118935665.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118935693,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-39578,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Aster DM Healthcare's promoters have reduced their share pledge from 99% to 41%. Promoters completed a debt refinancing transaction with JP Morgan, HSBC, and Barclays. Aster DM Healthcare shares were trading 0.75% down at Rs 430.75 apiece on BSE on Wednesday. "Aster DM Healthcare on Wednesday said its promoters have reduced their share pledge from 99 per cent to 41 per cent after completing a debt refinancing transaction from top-tier global financial insti...[+745 chars]" 2025-03-12T15:34:24 How countries define climate action in Paris Agreement pledges – and why a standard format could help assess outcomes Ivan Savin https://theconversation.com/how-countries-define-climate-action-in-paris-agreement-pledges-and-why-a-standard-format-could-help-assess-outcomes-251848 https://images.theconversation.com/files/654170/original/file-20250310-56-o5ay7j.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=28%2C363%2C4731%2C2362&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en There are over 300 NDCs with climate action plans submitted by nations around the world. Developed and developing countries have different climate policies. Developing countries focus on economic growth, social justice and adaptation to climate change. Wealthier nations focus on emissions reduction targets and lack detailed roadmaps of policies. As the world grapples with how to tackle climate change, countries that signed the Paris Agreement outline their commitments to reduce emissions in documents called Nationally Determined Contributions...[+7810 chars] 2025-03-12T15:05:35 XP Inc. tells Reuters aware of ‘unfounded allegations' made by Grizzly Research Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/xp-inc-tells-reuters-aware-of-unfounded-allegations-made-by-grizzly-research-1034470080 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Grizzly Research revealed a short position in XP. XP confirms its 'unwavering commitment to transparency, regulatory compliance, strict governance' and that the company adheres to all regulations set by regulatory bodies. XP has its operations audited by independent institutions. Xp Inc. (XP) tells Reuters that the company is 'aware of recently disclosed unfounded allegations' after Grizzly Research revealed a short position. XP says it reinforces its 'unwavering commitment to...[+413 chars] 2025-03-12T14:49:13 King Charles Pushing Forward With Royal Duties Amid Tough Cancer Battle Abidoon Nadeem https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/03/12/king-charles-pushing-forward-with-royal-duties-amid-tough-cancer-battle https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2184019778.webp PK en The Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) is celebrating its fifth anniversary. The SMI has made significant strides, including launching the Terra Carta, a 2030 roadmap for sustainable business backed by over 250 CEOs, and establishing more than 20 industry and financial task forces to drive green initiatives. During the gathering, King Charles viewed a Formula E electric car, marking the fifth anniversary of the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) —a program he launched to prioritize sustainability in glo...[+616 chars] 2025-03-12T13:43:48 RBI reviewing derivative positions of banks after IndusInd's forex fiasco https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/reserve-bank-of-india-now-assessing-derivative-positions-of-banks/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/l63020250312182137.jpeg IN en RBI Master Direction states that banks must classify their derivatives portfolio into three levels: Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 and disclose them in their financial statements. The guidelines bar banks from distributing dividends on the basis of net unrealized gains from the fair valuation of Level 3 derivative assets and liabilities. "As per the RBI Master Direction, banks must classify their derivatives portfolio into three fair value hierarchies—Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3—and disclose them in their financial statements. The gu...[+284 chars]" 2025-03-12T13:40:03 Top UK Financial Watchdogs Ditching Diversity Targets Eleanor Wheatley https://order-order.com/2025/03/12/top-uk-financial-watchdogs-ditching-diversity-targets https://149739034.v2.pressablecdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/financae.jpg GB en The Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority are ditching diversity targets. The Bank of England has also followed suit, scrapping its own planned DEI rules. . i.e. the FCA has also dropped its plan to 'name and shame' firms under investigation. "Top UK Financial Watchdogs Ditching Diversity Targets mdi-fullscreen The UK's two top financial watchdogs have confirmed they are binning diversity diktats which would have enforced diversity quotas a...[+679 chars]" 2025-03-12T13:16:34 Oil & Gas investments will not make Africa net contributor to global Emissions https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2025/03/12/oil-gas-investments-will-not-make-africa-net-contributor-to-global-emissions-veheijene https://cdn.pmnewsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_6649.jpg NG en Nigeria's government is committed to creating an enabling environment for hydrocarbon investments to address energy poverty. Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Energy, made this statement on Tuesday in Houston Texas, United States during a session 'Policy and People: Pathways to a Just Transition' The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating an enabling environment for hydrocarbon investments to address energy poverty, emphasizing that Africa is not a net contributor to glob...[+3076 chars] 2025-03-12T13:12:23 Crown Electrokinetics CEO issues letter to shareholders Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/crown-electrokinetics-ceo-issues-letter-to-shareholders-1034469326 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Crown Electrokinetics was delisted from Nasdaq earlier this month. CEO and Chairman Doug Croxall wrote a letter to shareholders. Crown is in a strong financial position, with over $20 million in cash and no debt. Crown believes it is a fundamentally stronger company today than before. Crown Electrokinetics (CRKN) provided a letter to shareholders from its CEO and Chairman, Doug Croxall. 'Earlier this month, we were disappointed to be delisted from the Nasdaq despite taking diligent...[+1207 chars] 2025-03-12T13:03:47 Redefining Sustainability in the Digital Workplace: ControlUp and Px3® Partner to Deliver Real-Time Carbon Footprint Tracking for Employee Devices Control Up https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/justin-sutton-parker-europe-10f7eca155b452bae58fa7baad4b2c3f https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/6bfa8dc/2147483647/strip/true/crop/569x320+16+0/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F37%2F1d%2F7d7bc5ed8beb6c36bfc63ed0e75c%2F9c2aa9be0b3f740d9d70c3336fb23342 US en ControlUp has announced an exclusive partnership with Px3, a world leader in sustainable ICT research and consulting. The collaboration introduces automated, real-time carbon footprint tracking for workplace IT. It will help organizations to measure, report and reduce the environmental impact of their end-user computing devices. SAN FRANCISCO, March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a step forward for workplace sustainability, ControlUp, a global leader in Digital Employee Experience (DEX) management, has announced an exclusive...[+4062 chars] 2025-03-12T12:55:46 Superior Group price target lowered to $20 from $24 at DA Davidson Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/superior-group-price-target-lowered-to-20-from-24-at-da-davidson-1034469276 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en DA Davidson lowered the firm's price target on Superior Group to $20 from $24 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. Superior Group reported a slight miss on both the top and bottom lines in Q4. The 2025 sales guidance brackets consensus, but is'modest' as uncertainty has crept back into most macro outlooks. Profits were also guided lower as Superior Group invests into marketing and sales in 2025. DA Davidson lowered the firm's price target on Superior Group (SGC) to $20 from $24 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The company reported a slight miss on both the top and bottom lines in Q4, and...[+555 chars] 2025-03-12T12:54:06 UK power group Drax not in breach of sustainability obligations, says Ofgem Susanna Twidale https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/uk-power-group-drax-not-breach-sustainability-obligations-says-ofgem-2025-03-12 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/AT64HRIB2FP5HJQF7DMCM7FHXA.jpg?auth=ce37fea3561cd1ed21528c6b0be3c74ef14ba0f34609f56e0ea546a055c7694a&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Ofgem did not find evidence of a breach of sustainability obligations by power company Drax. Green groups have long criticised the sustainability credentials of biomass power plants, which burn wood pellets to generate electricity. Government agreed to extend a subsidy scheme for the plants from 2027-2031. LONDON, March 12 - British energy regulator Ofgem said on Wednesday that it had not found evidence of a breach of sustainability obligations by power company Drax (DRX.L), opens new tab, in the watchd...[+1697 chars] 2025-03-12T12:41:04 Impact X secures big financial backing Joel Campbell https://www.voice-online.co.uk/lifestyle/2025/03/12/impact-x-secures-big-financial-backing https://www.voice-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/DSC01965_GOLDEN.e.jpg GB en IMPACT X Capital Partners, led by CEO and co-founder Eric Collins, announced the final close of its latest fund. The fund has secured backing from Illumen Capital, a BIPOC-led investment firm based in Oakland, California, and Basecamp Fund, the fund of funds investing in emerging managers from London's Phoenix Court. Impact X is Europe's leading venture capital firm focused on delivering exceptional financial returns and compound impact. "IMPACT X Capital Partners, led by CEO and co-founder Eric Collins, has announced the final close of its latest fund. The fund has secured backing from Illumen Capital, a BIPOC-led investment firm base...[+3415 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:37:20 D.A. Davidson Reaffirms Their Buy Rating on Superior Group of Companies (SGC) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/d-a-davidson-reaffirms-their-buy-rating-on-superior-group-of-companies-sgc-1034469042 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Keegan Cox from D.A. Davidson reiterated a Buy rating on Superior Group of Companies with a price target of $20.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at $13.63. The market cap is currently $222.7M and the P/E ratio is 16.54. In a report released today, Keegan Cox from D.A. Davidson reiterated a Buy rating on Superior Group of Companies (SGC – Research Report), with a price target of $20.00. The company's shares closed yes...[+525 chars] 2025-03-12T12:36:58 GGL Resources Corp. Announces Board and Management Changes ACCESS Newswire https://www.galvnews.com/ggl-resources-corp-announces-board-and-management-changes/article_d29ff1f1-8a31-501e-9dcb-c39ef1d77134.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/galvnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/15a12480-fb7b-11ea-b7c4-87bc3f36b896.png?resize=600%2C338 US en GGL Resources Corp. (TSXV:GGL) is pleased to announce an immediate addition to its Board of Directors and permanent CEO position. Matthew Turner, interim CEO, will be replaced on a permanent basis by John Gilbert, M.Sc. Mr. Gilbert has also been appointed a Director of GGL. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 12, 2025 / GGL Resources Corp. (TSXV:GGL) (""GGL"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce an immediate addition to its Board of Directors and permanent CEO posi...[+226 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:30:30 National Security Compensation Reaches New High Despite Workforce Challenges Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/national-security-compensation-reaches-new-high-despite-workforce-challenges/article_be047b9b-afc8-5a63-98fb-bcd13bc92cb8.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/3c/23ce50fe-84fe-5dd1-9d91-5dba51f2d9b8/67d17fa0403a8.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C14 US en ClearanceJobs, DHI Group's leading online community for security-cleared professionals in the defense and intelligence sectors, has released its 2025 Security Clearance Compensation Report. It's for security cleared professionals in defense, intelligence sectors.  "CENTENNIAL, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 12, 2025-- DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) announced today that ClearanceJobs, its leading online community for security-cleared professionals in the defense and in...[+81 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:30:30 National Security Compensation Reaches New High Despite Workforce Challenges Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/national-security-compensation-reaches-new-high-despite-workforce-challenges/article_757d5b5f-4bf2-5f8d-be38-6fcd16a47b61.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/ea/aea6bf82-731a-5832-a6b9-930677cab44f/67d17f13704e4.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C14 US en ClearanceJobs, DHI Group's leading online community for security-cleared professionals in the defense and intelligence sectors, has released its 2025 Security Clearance Compensation Report. It's for security cleared professionals in defense, intelligence sectors.  "CENTENNIAL, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 12, 2025-- DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) announced today that ClearanceJobs, its leading online community for security-cleared professionals in the defense and in...[+81 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:30:22 CSG Systems International to Hold First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call on May 7 Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/csg-systems-international-to-hold-first-quarter-2025-earnings-conference-call-on-may-7/article_613c77ca-3731-5400-bdc6-39f4b0c1d43a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en CSG invites you to participate in a conference call on May 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss the company's first quarter earnings results. The conference call will feature CSG president and chief executive officer Brian Shepherd and CSG chief financial officer Hai Tran. "DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 12, 2025-- CSG ® (NASDAQ: CSGS) invites you to participate in a conference call on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss the company's first quarter earnings ...[+2651 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:30:05 CSG Systems International to Hold First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call on May 7 Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/csg-systems-international-to-hold-first-quarter-2025-earnings-conference-call-on-may-7/article_42f35ebe-273c-578f-8c1f-57a3434dee60.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en CSG invites you to participate in a conference call on May 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss the company's first quarter earnings results. The conference call will feature CSG president and chief executive officer Brian Shepherd and CSG chief financial officer Hai Tran. "DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 12, 2025-- CSG ® (NASDAQ: CSGS) invites you to participate in a conference call on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss the company's first quarter earnings ...[+140 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:22:16 ISC Launches Employee Share Purchase Plan https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/12/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/isc-launches-employee-share-purchase-plan/2071830 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/12/564307.png PH en Shawn Peters, President and CEO of ISC, is introducing the ESPP to help employees enhance their involvement in ISC's growth. The ESPP will help employees cultivate a greater sense of ownership and strengthen the alignment of employees with the company's long-term goals. "Shawn Peters, President and CEO, commented, ""We are introducing the ESPP to help employees enhance their involvement in ISC's growth. We are excited to introduce a plan that will cultivate a greater s...[+2352 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:19:40 EVSX Secures New Three-Year Battery Supply Agreement The Joplin Globe https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/EVSX_Secures_New_ThreeYear_Battery_Supply_Agreement_q https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/[] US en St-Georges Eco-Mining Corp. is a subsidiary of Access Newswire's parent company, St.Georges Mining Corp. in Montréal, Quebec.    in March 12, 2025, the company was founded. MONTRÉAL, QC / ACCESS Newswire / March 12, 2025 / St-Georges Eco-Mining Corp. 2025-03-12T12:19:21 Financial watchdogs ditch DEI regulation plans Ali Lyon https://www.cityam.com/financial-watchdogs-ditch-dei-regulation-plans https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/nikhil-rathi-high-res.jpg GB en The Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority have ditched plans to impose diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) targets on City institutions. The FCA will no longer seek to 'name and shame' firms facing investigations. It will also pause plans to regulate non-financial misconduct at City firms. Regulators are under growing pressure from government to encourage growth. The UK's two main financial watchdogs have ditched plans to impose diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) targets on City institutions amid a government push to put Britain's regulators on a growth foo...[+2058 chars] 2025-03-12T12:19:00 Bank of England scraps diversity rules amid DEI backlash Michael Bow https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/03/12/bank-england-scraps-diversity-rules-dei-backlash https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/03/12/TELEMMGLPICT000415119526_17417809802900_trans_NvBQzQNjv4Bqff9_biOZ7Z6PmrEOvEWksBl83iHbSX39uAKmVkBEl3c.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Bank of England has scrapped planned diversity rules for 42,000 UK businesses. It comes amid a global backlash against liberal corporate agenda. Donald Trump has pledged to roll back many diversity initiatives. The Financial Conduct Authority also ditched plans to 'name and shame' companies under investigation. "The Bank of England has scrapped planned diversity rules amid a global backlash over the liberal corporate agenda. Regulators are to shelve proposals that would have forced 42,000 UK businesses to rep...[+2983 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:18:06 중랑구, ‘중랑 ESG 데이' 실시 http://breaknews.com/1099801 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2025031206541043.jpg KR en ESG (Environmental), (Social), (Governance) and (C) are the words used in the ESG text from 2023 to 25 years old. The text is written in English and includes the following words: ESG, "▲ 중랑구청 전경 (C) 브레이크뉴스 하인규 기자 (중랑=브레이크뉴스 경기동북부)하인규 기자=중랑구(구청장 류경기)가 공직 사회의 지역 내 사회공헌을 독려하고 지속가능한 공직문화를 조성하고자 '중랑 이에스지(ESG) 데이'를 실시한다. ESG는 환경(Environmental), 사회(Social), 지배구조(Governance)의 영문 첫 글자를 따온 용어...[+3871 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:15:59 SL Green Realty price target raised to $55 from $52 at Morgan Stanley Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sl-green-realty-price-target-raised-to-55-from-52-at-morgan-stanley-1034468945 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Morgan Stanley raised the firm's price target on SL Green Realty to $55 from $52 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm raised if FY25 FFO per share view to $5.15 from $ 5.14 in an update of its model. Morgan Stanley raised the firm's price target on SL Green Realty (SLG) to $55 from $52 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm raised if FY25 FFO per share view to $5.15 from $5.14 in...[+415 chars] 2025-03-12T12:10:19 City watchdogs axe proposals for new diversity and inclusion rules Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.independent.co.uk/business/city-watchdogs-axe-proposals-for-new-diversity-and-inclusion-rules-b2713665.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/03/12/12/82d79d7ec0eb40e6e9ccf521e3cab4c7Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQxODY1OTky-2.79000835.jpg?width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800 GB en FCA and PRA have scrapped new rules aimed at improving diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) at regulated firms in the UK. They want to 'avoid additional burdens on firms at this time' after Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged regulators to cut red tape that holds back economic growth. "City watchdogs have axed proposals for new rules aimed at improving diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) at regulated firms. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority ...[+4014 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:07:21 UK financial watchdogs drop diversity and 'name and shame' reforms Sinead Cruise https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-financial-watchdogs-drop-diversity-name-shame-reforms-2025-03-12 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/4BO66UE5QNIRNLWZ5S4JGEO5G4.jpg?auth=30dbc8f631480bc5b81ed11b733e03562180d2f1179f2ee86906f2128c49a8c2&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Britain's top financial regulators have scrapped proposed new rules to boost diversity and inclusion in the industry. They also mothballed a fresh crackdown on non-financial misconduct, citing fears of imposing unnecessary regulatory burdens on firms. It follows a backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the United States during the first weeks of President Donald Trump's second term in office. LONDON, March 12 (Reuters) - Britain's top financial regulators have scrapped proposed new rules to boost diversity and inclusion in the industry, and mothballed a fresh crackdown on non-financial mis...[+2969 chars] 2025-03-12T12:06:35 ESG Unpacked – Navigating the Business Risks and Opportunities Presented Content https://bbj.hu/business/people/podcasts/esg-unpacked-navigating-the-business-risks-and-opportunities-cbi-podcast https://bbj.hu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-12-at-13.04.21.jpg HU en The Budapest Business Journal is a media sponsor of the Corvinus Business Intelligence podcast. Julianna Nagy, Senior Manager at KPMG Hungary, breaks down the environmental, social and governance pillars of ESG. The episode is available via the link above or can be found on the bbj.hu website. In this fresh podcast CBI host Theodore Sebastian Boone welcomes Julianna Nagy, Senior Manager at KPMG Hungary, to break down the environmental, social and governance pillars of ESG, discuss the evolv...[+348 chars] 2025-03-12T12:03:00 Milliken & Company 獲評為 World's Most Ethical Companies® 之一 美通社 https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-prnewswire/prnasia/2025/03/12/1138293/milliken-company-%E7%8D%B2%E8%A9%95%E7%82%BA-worlds-most-ethical-companies-%E4%B9%8B%E4%B8%80 https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2254813/Milliken_and_Company_Logo.jpg?p=medium600 HK en Ethisphere is one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Milliken & Company is an ISO 27001 registered company. Kasel Knight is an EcoVadis partner. Halsey Cook is a partner of Milliken and a member of EthisPhere. "連續 19 年，Ethisphere 表揚製造商對誠信和道德商業實踐的承諾 南卡罗莱纳州斯巴丹堡2025年3月12日 /美通社/ — Milliken & Company 榮幸連續 19 年獲列入 Ethisphere 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies 表彰名單 ，反映出這間多元化的全球製造商對誠信和道德商業實踐的持續承諾。Milliken 是自此獎項於 20...[+1790 chars]" 2025-03-12T12:00:16 As Europe Rearms, Bond Funds Are Ripping Up the Rule Book Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/as-europe-rearms,-bond-funds-are-ripping-up-the-rule-book/88999475 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/wp-content/uploads/swissinfo-theme/swi-fallback-featured-image.jpg?ver=1741691099 CH en Europe's plan to rearm has already delivered a bonanza to equity investors. Credit funds are scrambling to get a share of the windfall. Some are considering stripping the words'sustainability' or 'ESG' from the name of their funds. The number of ESG equity funds invested in defense companies has risen 50% since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. (Bloomberg) — Europe's plan to rearm in the face of Russian aggression and US detachment has already delivered a bonanza to equity investors. Credit funds are scrambling to get a share of the windfall...[+6868 chars] 2025-03-12T12:00:00 UK finance watchdogs drop DEI drive amid Trump backlash Fca https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-finance-watchdogs-drop-woke-diversity-push-amid-trump-backlash https://www.politico.eu/wp-content/themes/politico/assets/images/politico-billboard.png BE en The PRA does not plan to publish new rules on diversity and inclusion. MPs on the Treasury Committee called for the plans to be scrapped. The decision comes as Trump dismantles 'diversity, equity and inclusion' policies in the United States. In the U.K., Tory leader Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage's Reform UK have attacked DEI from the right of politics. 'We do not currently plan to publish new rules on diversity and inclusion, and do not intend to return to this question until after the substantive implementation of any new legislation in this area,'...[+899 chars] 2025-03-12T11:56:05 Oil, gas investments will not make Africa major emissions contributor Nana Ismail https://dailypost.ng/2025/03/12/oil-gas-investments-will-not-make-africa-major-emissions-contributor-verheijen https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG-20250312-WA0026.jpg NG en Nigeria's government is promoting hydrocarbon investments to tackle energy poverty. Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Energy, spoke at CERAWeek by S&P Global in Houston, Texas. She stressed the importance of clear and transparent policies in mitigating climate-related risks and regional economic integration. The Federal Government has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering an environment that encourages hydrocarbon investments to tackle energy poverty while maintaining that Africa remains a minimal contri...[+3380 chars] 2025-03-12T11:51:44 OFGEM Clears Drax from Sustainability Allegations Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3305142-ofgem-clears-drax-from-sustainability-allegations https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/28_05_2024_08_36_24_2595611.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en OFGEM has concluded its investigation into Drax regarding alleged breaches of sustainability obligations. OFGEM found no evidence that Drax violated any sustainability commitments, affirming that their receipt of Renewable Obligation (RO) funding was appropriate. Critics suggested that reports produced by KPMG could contain evidence indicating a breach by Drax. The UK's energy regulatory body, OFGEM, has concluded its investigation into Drax, the power generation company, regarding alleged breaches of sustainability obligations. According to a statement on t...[+706 chars] 2025-03-12T11:40:03 FCA drops plans to routinely ‘name and shame' firms under investigation https://www.guernseypress.com/news/uk-news/2025/03/12/fca-drops-plans-to-routinely-name-and-shame-firms-under-investigation https://www.guernseypress.com/resizer/v2/GNB4REZWKJAMDMTF3F3RVGSVNI.jpg?auth=33eeb300e37424f41c286bdf05e8470e692ad4e7f0fd48875372398962cda866&width=1200&height=900 US en The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) ditched controversial plans to 'name and shame' firms facing investigations in the wake of mounting pressure over the proposals. The regulator will keep its current policy to apply an 'exceptional circumstances' test for announcing investigations into regulated firms. "The UK's financial watchdog has confirmed controversial plans have been ditched to routinely 'name and shame' firms facing investigations in the wake of mounting pressure over the proposals. The Finan...[+2734 chars]" 2025-03-12T11:38:55 New Thai ESGX Fund Aims to Stabilize SET Despite $1.4B Revenue Loss https://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/business/2025/03/12/new-thai-esgx-fund-aims-to-stabilize-set-despite-1-4b-revenue-loss https://www.khaosodenglish.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/esg-thai.jpg TH en The Cabinet approved the establishment of the Thai ESG Extra Fund (Thai ESGX) on March 11, 2025. The scheme is expected to result in tax losses of around 40-50 billion baht (1.18-1.47 billion US dollars) over the life of the program. The SET index 2025 has dropped 17.9% from its recent peak and the market's P/E ratio stands at 12-16.6 times. BANGKOK — Finance Ministry reveals that Thailand's ESGX measures will cost the state about 40-50 billion baht ($1.18-1.47 billion) in lost revenue but will stabilize Thailand's capital market – SET co...[+5922 chars] 2025-03-12T11:35:12 Oil & gas investments will not make Africa a net contributor to global emissions Nwafor https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/03/oil-gas-investments-will-not-make-africa-a-net-contributor-to-global-emissions-verheijen https://cdn.vanguardngr.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/verheijen.jpg NG en Nigeria's government is committed to fostering hydrocarbon investments to address energy poverty. Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Energy, highlighted Africa's minimal contribution to global emissions during a session titled 'Policy and People: Pathways to a Just Transition' at CERAWeek by S&P Global. She stressed the need for stronger regional economic integration to attract investment and enhance market efficiency. "The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering hydrocarbon investments to address energy poverty while emphasizing that Africa is not a net contributor to global emissions. Speaking...[+2777 chars]" 2025-03-12T11:30:56 Seabridge Gold Announces 2025 Corporate Objectives Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/244229-seabridge-gold-announces-2025-corporate-objectives https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/newsfile-244229.jpg CA en Seabridge Gold (TSX: SEA) (NYSE: SA) has set and published annual objectives and reported the results of those objectives at the end of each year. The degree of success measured against annual objectives is used to determine 'at-risk' compensation for senior management and bonus considerations for other employees. Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – March 12, 2025) – For more than twenty years, Seabridge Gold (TSX: SEA) (NYSE: SA) has set and published annual objectives and reported the results of those objectiv...[+379 chars] 2025-03-12T11:29:36 Driven Brands Announces New Segment Reporting Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/driven-brands-announces-new-segment-reporting/article_41309c72-4b1d-50f1-ac5f-adccac83d017.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Driven Brands Holdings Inc. announced a change in its segment reporting effective in the first quarter of 2025. The change is effective on the stock market debuting on the Nasdaq: DRVN. The company's stock is trading on the NASDAQ. Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: DRVN) ('Driven Brands' or the 'Company') today announced a change in its segment reporting, which is effective the first quarter of 2025. 2025-03-12T11:14:00 Banks' climate alliance calls vote to ditch pledge on limiting warming to 1.5C 银行气候联盟呼吁投票放弃将升温控制在1.5摄氏度以内的承诺 https://ftchinese.com/interactive/196597/ce CN en The top global climate alliance for banks will ask members to vote on ditching the pledge to align their $54tn in assets with the Paris agreement aim to limit global warming to 1.5C. HSBC and Barclays want to ditch the pledge. The current pledge has a majority of 94%. The top global climate alliance for banks will ask members, including HSBC and Barclays, to vote on ditching the pledge to align their $54tn in assets with a Paris agreement aim to limit global warmin...[+149 chars] 2025-03-12T11:06:47 EVSX Secures New Three-Year Battery Supply Agreement ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/evsx-secures-new-three-year-battery-supply-agreement/article_08346710-1867-50e4-b01e-248134d5d646.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/c4/2c48f3ab-1596-5f5d-a3f8-e12253c06c8a/67d16de09734f.image.jpg?crop=787%2C413%2C11%2C0 US en St-Georges Eco-Mining Corp. announces a new battery supply agreement for its battery processing in EVSX Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary, with facilities located in Thorold, Ontario. The agreement includes a multiple fold increase in volumes and an expansion of the breadth of battery chemistries. MONTRÉAL, QC / ACCESS Newswire / March 12, 2025 / St-Georges Eco-Mining Corp. (CSE:SX)(OTCQB:SXOOF)(FSE:85G1) announces a new battery supply agreement for its battery processing in EVSX Corp., a wholl...[+409 chars] 2025-03-12T11:04:32 Solstice Announces $850,000 Flow-through Share and Unit Financing Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/solstice-announces-850000-flow-through-share-and-unit-financing https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250312575018r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Solstice Gold Corp. intends to complete a financing by way of a non-brokered private placement for aggregate proceeds of $850,000. The Offering will consist of the issuance of a combination of the following securities: gold shares, silver shares, and common shares. VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Solstice Gold Corp. (TSXV: SGC) (' Solstice ', 'we', 'our' or the ' Company ') is pleased to announce that it intends to complete a financing by way of a non-brokered pri...[+254 chars] 2025-03-12T11:04:05 Oil, gas investments won't inflate Africa's contribution to global emissions Damilola Aina https://punchng.com/oil-gas-investments-wont-inflate-africas-contribution-to-global-emissions-fg https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/08153418/Olu-Verheijen.jpg NG en Nigeria's government is promoting investments in the oil and gas sector. Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Energy, gave the assurance on Tuesday during a session at CERAWeek by S&P Global, themed 'Policy and People: Pathways to a Just Transition.' "The Federal Government has allayed fears that its ongoing drive to attract investments in the oil and gas sector will result in a significant rise in Africa's contribution to global emissions. It emph...[+3089 chars]" 2025-03-12T11:00:00 TrueBlue Earns Prestigious Spot as One of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® True Blue https://www.chinookobserver.com/news/state/trueblue-earns-prestigious-spot-as-one-of-the-2025-worlds-most-ethical-companies/article_baaebee9-ba44-57c8-8ecd-56dec0a1f25b.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/chinookobserver.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/da/5daaf5b7-da18-574f-aaa0-98ebccc089a8/67b477b910e4e.image.jpg?crop=1013%2C532%2C654%2C0 US en TrueBlue has been recognized by Ethisphere for its ethical business practices and compliance and governance programs. TrueBlue received the recognition for its leadership in ethical businesspractices, compliance, and governance.   . ethispheres. "Recognition by Ethisphere highlights TrueBlue's leadership in ethical business practices, compliance, and governance programs" 2025-03-12T10:42:13 Companies should resist political pressures and stick to ESG, DEI commitments: Incoming DBS CEO Kevin Lim https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/12/companies-should-resist-pressures-stick-to-esg-commitments-dbs-tan.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108114625-1741775735949-gettyimages-2165167646-SINGAPORE_DBS.jpeg?v=1741775870&w=1920&h=1080 US en Tan Su Shan is the incoming CEO of Singapore's DBS Group. Tan Su Shan will become the bank's CEO on March 28, replacing Piyush Gupta, who has led Southeast Asia's biggest bank since 2009. Tan joined DBS from Morgan Stanley in 2010 and will be DBS' first female CEO. "Companies that have pledged to support ESG and DEI initiatives should stick to their commitments and not be swayed by political developments, the incoming CEO of Singapore's DBS Group said. ""Leadershi...[+844 chars]" 2025-03-12T10:33:43 Diginex Limited and Russell Bedford International Announce Strategic Partnership to Drive ESG Reporting Adoption Across Global Accounting Network https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/diginex-ltd-hong-kong-d9b79c5fc3f7452551ccb94b1f85df5b https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en New alliance provides Russell Bedford member firms with cutting-edge ESG reporting solutions to drive compliance and sustainability. Diginex is an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. Russell Bedford has nearly 400 offices and a global team of 1,000 partners and 10,000 professionals. "New alliance provides Russell Bedford member firms with cutting-edge ESG reporting solutions to drive compliance and sustainability HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 March 2025 - Diginex Li...[+7038 chars]" 2025-03-12T10:27:50 Aster DM Healthcare: Strengthened Financial Backbone After Debt Refinancing Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3304943-aster-dm-healthcare-strengthened-financial-backbone-after-debt-refinancing https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/28_05_2024_05_01_33_5305062.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Aster DM Healthcare has successfully decreased its promoters' pledged shares from 99% to 41%. This initiative was supported by financial giants JP Morgan, HSBC, and Barclays. Aster DM Healthcare shares were noted at Rs 430.75, slightly down by 0.75% on Wednesday. "Aster DM Healthcare has successfully decreased its promoters' pledged shares from 99% to 41% through a debt refinancing initiative, the company revealed on Wednesday. This initiative, supported by fin...[+482 chars]" 2025-03-12T10:25:00 Diginex Limited and Russell Bedford International Announce Strategic Partnership to Drive ESG Reporting Adoption Across Global Accounting Network Diginex Limited https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/mediaoutreach/2025/03/12/diginex-limited-and-russell-bedford-international-announce-strategic-partnership-to-drive-esg-reporting-adoption-across-global-accounting-network/367313 https://www.malaymail.com/theme_malaymail/images/malaymail/og-image.png MY en New alliance provides Russell Bedford member firms with cutting-edge ESG reporting solutions to drive compliance and sustainability. Diginex is an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. Russell Bedford has nearly 400 offices and a global team of 1,000 partners and 10,000 professionals. "New alliance provides Russell Bedford member firms with cutting-edge ESG reporting solutions to drive compliance and sustainability HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 March 2025 -(""Diginex"" ...[+4895 chars]" 2025-03-12T10:23:48 'Leadership is about being responsible,' DBS' Tan Su Shan says https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/03/12/leadership-is-about-being-responsible-dbs-tan-su-shan-says.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108114602-17417729591741772957-38857671664-1080pnbcnews.jpg?v=1741772958&w=1920&h=1080 US en Tan Su Shan says companies should stick to their commitments if it is financially viable to do so. Tan Su Shan was speaking at CNBC's CONVERGE LIVE and he said this at DBS' CONVERGENCE LIVE event. He was also speaking at the CNBC conference. Speaking at CNBC's CONVERGE LIVE, DBS' Tan Su Shan says companies should stick to their commitments if it is financially viable to do so. 2025-03-12T10:05:00 Scotia Group bolsters capital base ahead of regulatory changes https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/03/12/scotia-group-bolsters-capital-base-ahead-regulatory-changes https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/jamaicaobserver/news/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/09/93295554df5f9ef83771669f18842cae.jpg JM en Scotia Group Jamaica Limited (SGJ) reported a 35% increase in consolidated net profit from $3.13 billion to $4.20 billion for the first quarter of 2019. The group's operating cashflow doubled to $10.32 billion. It declared a $0.45 dividend to be paid on April 17 to shareholders on record as of March 26. It is the same nominal amount that was paid on January 24 with respect to its Q4 numbers, when it generated $6.16 billion with an EPS of $1.98. Bank of Jamaica is expected to take another two years to fully implement the Basel III framework, which will likely fall around March 2026 DESPITE Scotia Group Jamaica Limited (SGJ) reporting another record quarter of profits, and calls by minority shareholders for larger dividends, SGJ has maintained its nominal dividend payout as it aw...[+6846 chars] 2025-03-12T09:55:05 EVgo price target lowered to $5 from $6 at JPMorgan Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/evgo-price-target-lowered-to-5-from-6-at-jpmorgan-1034468022 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en JPMorgan lowered the firm's price target on EVgo to $5 from $6 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm updated the company's model post the Q4 report, accounting for the disclosure around charging stalls split between Public, Dedicated, and eXtend. JPMorgan lowered the firm's price target on EVgo (EVGO) to $5 from $6 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm updated the company's model post the Q4 report, accounting for the disclosu...[+642 chars] 2025-03-12T09:53:59 Mahama to meet CEOs of State-Owned Enterprises Gertrude Owireduwaah Otchere https://www.adomonline.com/mahama-to-meet-ceos-of-state-owned-enterprises https://www.adomonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Mahama-John.jpg US en President John Dramani Mahama will meet with the CEOs of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) on March 13, 2025 at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra. The engagement is organized by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) and aims to realign SOEs for greater efficiency, transparency, and accountability. SIGA will launch a study on 16 major SOEs that control a significant portion of state assets. "President John Dramani Mahama is set to meet with Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) and other key government entities on March 13, 2025. The engagement, organized by th...[+1354 chars]" 2025-03-12T09:53:18 Hellenic Bank shares set for delisting as Eurobank nears full ownership Cyprus Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Hellenic_Bank_shares_set_for_delisting_as_Eurobank_nears_ful https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/[] US en Eurobank has outlined its strategic objectives following the acquisition of 100% of Hellenic Bank in its public offer document. The bank intends to proceed with the acquisition and changes to Hellenic's employment policy will be considered after the merger with Eurobank Cyprus Ltd is completed. Eurobank has outlined its strategic objectives following the acquisition of 100 per cent of Hellenic Bank in its public offer document, which details the roadmap for the acquisition process.The bank i...[+164 chars] 2025-03-12T09:47:07 M&T Bank Corp Sells 240 Shares of Everest Group, Ltd. (NYSE:EG) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/12/mt-bank-corp-sells-240-shares-of-everest-group-ltd-nyseeg.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/everest-group-ltd-logo-1200x675.png?v=20250207055251&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en M&T Bank Corp decreased its holdings in Everest Group, Ltd. (NYSE:EG) by 9.2% during the 4th quarter. The fund owned 2,376 shares of the company's stock after selling 240 shares during the period. SBI Securities Co. Ltd. bought a new position in shares of Everest Group in the4th quarter valued at $31,000. Brooklyn Investment Group bought a stake in the company during the 3rd quarter worth $39,000, while Private Trust Co. NA grew its position in the firm by 51.7% during 3rd Quarter. Avior Wealth Management LLC grew its stake in Everest group by 22.4% during M&T Bank Corp decreased its holdings in Everest Group, Ltd. (NYSE:EG ) by 9.2% during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund owned 2,376 shares of t...[+4199 chars] 2025-03-12T09:44:31 Mining investor urges compliance with regulations, calls for support Adetutu Sobowale https://punchng.com/mining-investor-urges-compliance-with-regulations-calls-for-support https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/12124806/n-716x630.jpeg NG en Dr Babatope Agbeyo is the Chairman of Gem Giant Ltd. He signed a Community Development Agreement with the Faforiji Community in Osun State, over mining activities. He also appealed to foreign investors to make Nigeria their investment destination and to invest in the mining industry. "The Chairman, Gem Giant Ltd, Dr Babatope Agbeyo, has urged stakeholders and investors in the mining sector to abide by the regulations and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment rules. He also urg...[+2370 chars]" 2025-03-12T09:41:31 IWD: Egbin Power Seeks Participation Of More Women In Power Sector Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4181316/iwd-egbin-power-seeks-participation-of-more-women-in-power-sector.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Egbin Power commemorates International Women's Day 2025 with a colourful event to honour women in the company and worldwide. Egbin Power has underscored the invaluable contributions of women in power sector and across facets of society and emphasised the need for increased participation. Egbin Power has underscored the invaluable contributions of women in the power sector and across facets of society, emphasising the need for increased participation to foster a sustainable future. The...[+205 chars] 2025-03-12T09:19:57 Notice of the Annual General Meeting of Aktieselskabet Schouw & Co. https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/12/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/notice-of-the-annual-general-meeting-of-aktieselskabet-schouw-co/2071684 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/12/564079.png PH en Annual General Meeting will be held on 10 April 2025 at 11:30 (CEST) at Hermans (Tivoli Friheden), Skovbrynet 5, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark. The remuneration policy for the Board of Directors and the Executive Management will be approved. The Board proposes to maintain the annual base fee at DKK 400,000 for 2025. "Notice is hereby given that the Company's Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, 10 April 2025 at 11:30 (CEST) at Hermans (Tivoli Friheden), Skovbrynet 5, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark (The meet...[+10958 chars]" 2025-03-12T09:19:04 The Loyal Opposition Inside the S.E.C. https://dnyuz.com/2025/03/12/the-loyal-opposition-inside-the-s-e-c https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/The-Loyal-Opposition-Inside-the-SEC.jpg US en The Securities and Exchange Commission is backing down on crypto enforcement and climate disclosure initiatives under the Trump administration. Ms. Crenshaw, the lone Democrat on the commission, has become the agency's loyal opposition. She has worked at the S.E.C. for more than a decade and she hopes to be a voice of common sense during the race to deregulate. "The nation's top securities regulator is backing down on crypto enforcement and climate disclosure initiatives as the agency is expected to take a more friendly and receptive approach to companies. Bu...[+5392 chars]" 2025-03-12T09:12:54 Modi Govt plans to sell 2-3% stake in this company to meet target of…, by… support@india.com https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/other/modi-govt-plans-to-sell-2-3-stake-in-this-company-to-meet-target-of-by/ar-AA1AKAM7 US en The central government is planning to sell a 2-3% stake in Life Insurance Corporation during the 2025-26 fiscal year. The move is part of a broader strategy to meet the mandated 10% public shareholding target for LIC by May 2027. In May 2022, the government conducted an Initial Public Offering (IPO) for LIC, divesting a 3.5% stake through an Offer for Sale (OFS). The central government is planning to sell a 2-3% stake in Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) during the 2025-26 fiscal year, subject to favorable market conditions. This move is part of a broader strat...[+2323 chars] 2025-03-12T09:12:54 Modi Govt plans to sell 2-3% stake in this company to meet target of…, by… https://www.india.com/business/modi-govt-plans-to-sell-2-3-stake-in-lic-to-meet-target-of-10-public-shareholding-by-2027-7675899 https://static.india.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/pm-modi-frame.jpg IN en The central government is planning to sell a 2-3% stake in Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) during the 2025-26 fiscal year. The move is part of a broader strategy to meet the mandated 10% public shareholding target for LIC by May 2027. In May 2022, the government conducted an Initial Public Offering (IPO) for LIC, divesting a 3.5% stake. The central government is planning to sell a 2-3% stake in Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) during the 2025-26 fiscal year, subject to favorable market conditions. This move is part of a broader strat...[+1800 chars] 2025-03-12T08:58:39 President Mahama to engage CEOs of State-Owned Enterprises Evans Effah https://3news.com/news/president-mahama-to-engage-ceos-of-state-owned-enterprises https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-06-at-19.50.52_b58ee083-1.webp GH en The State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGPA) announced a landmark engagement between President John Dramani Mahama and the Chief Executive Officers of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) and other state entities. The high-level meeting is scheduled to take place on March 13, 2025, at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra. It is expected to generate insightful discussions, foster partnerships, and chart a new path for SOEs to contribute effectively to the nation's economy. The State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) has announced a landmark engagement between President John Dramani Mahama and the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) ...[+2394 chars] 2025-03-12T08:45:34 New call for Welsh pension funds to disinvest from firms that 'aid Israel's abuse of Palestinians' 4 minute read https://nation.cymru/news/new-call-for-welsh-pension-funds-to-disinvest-from-firms-that-aid-israels-abuse-of-palestinians http://nation.cymru/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/shutterstock_2373852943.jpg GB en £1.1bn of Welsh local government pension funds are invested in companies associated with illegal settlements, 'apartheid infrastructure', financing and arms manufacturing. The organisations involved in the coalition include Amnesty Wales, Cardiff County Unison, Cardiff Stop the War, Cardiff Trades Council, CND Cymru, West Climate Coalition and XRA. "Photo Bartolomiej Pietrzyk Martin Shipton A broad coalition of Welsh organisations – ranging from grassroots activists to trade unions, faith groups and political parties – has issued an urgent call f...[+4869 chars]" 2025-03-12T08:41:42 Private equity backer Pollen Street Capital mulls Kingswood takeover Lois Vallely https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/private-equity-backer-pollen-street-capital-mulls-kingswood-takeover https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2015/03/Business-Handshake-General-Hire-Appointment-700x4501.jpg GB en Pollen Street Capital bought 68.4% of voting rights in Kingswood in May last year. Now it is considering a full takeover, in which it will pay 7p per share for the remaining 31.6% of the company. The current minority shareholders are listed as KPI (Nominees) Limited, which owns 21%, OvalX, with 1.53%, and Kingswood Group, that owns 1.25%. Kingswood's performance has been impacted by the 'headwinds seen across the sector over the last couple of years'. The company's debt position has increased significantly. "Kingswood has confirmed it is in 'advanced discussions' with its majority shareholder Pollen Street Capital regarding a possible cash offer for the firm's entire shareholding. Private equity firm Poll...[+2201 chars]" 2025-03-12T08:39:01 NESG seeks policies to halt MSMEs collapse The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4181098/nesg-seeks-policies-to-halt-msmes-collapse.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has urged the Federal Government to halt further demise of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the country. The group lamented that approximately approximately approximately one-third of MSMEs are dying. The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has urged the Federal Government to halt further demise of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the country. The group lamented that approximatelyT...[+121 chars] 2025-03-12T08:34:58 Sodexo named one of the world's most ethical companies Linh Tran https://londonlovesbusiness.com/sodexo-named-one-of-the-worlds-most-ethical-companies https://mloyoq1wv9pf.i.optimole.com/w:auto/h:auto/q:mauto/f:best/ig:avif/https://londonlovesbusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Sodexo-NICOLAS-MAETERLINCK-Belga-Press-Avalon.jpg GB en Sodexo has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the second consecutive year by Ethisphere. Sodexo is the only honoree in the Food service industry. The criteria to be recognized are Ethical Program, Culture of Ethics, Environmental & Social Impact, Governance, Third Party Management, and initiatives that support a strong value chain. "Sodexo is proud to announce its recognition as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the second consecutive year. Issued by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards ...[+2560 chars]" 2025-03-12T08:18:30 SEBI Slashes Rights Issue Timeline to 23 Days, Eases Capital-Raising for Companies Itishree Sethy https://pragativadi.com/sebi-slashes-rights-issue-timeline-to-23-days-eases-capital-raising-for-companies https://pragativadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/BJD-vs-BJP-4-4.png IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced a new rule aimed at expediting the capital-raising process for companies. The timeline for completing rights issues has been slashed from 126 days to just 23 days effective April 7, 2025. SEBI's first board meeting under the leadership of new Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey is set to address key regulatory proposals. "The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced a new rule aimed at expediting the capital-raising process for companies. Effective April 7, 2025, the timeline for completing rights is...[+1368 chars]" 2025-03-12T08:00:00 Proposal of the EU platform on sustainable finance Xenia Kalogirou https://cyprus-mail.com/2025/03/12/proposal-of-the-eu-platform-on-sustainable-finance https://cyprus-mail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/The-Central-Bank-of-Cyprus-has-acknowledged-climate-change-as-a-crucial-issue-impacting-society-the-economy-and-the-financial-system.jpg CY en The EU Platform on Sustainable Finance published a proposal on the product categorisation under the Sustainability Financial Disclosure Regulation (EU) 2019/2088 on 17 December 2024. The platform recommends categorising products based on the following sustainability strategies: Sustainable, Transition and ESG collection. "As sustainable finance regulations evolve, 2025 will be a pivotal year for transparency, compliance and practical implementation In effect since March 2021, the Sustainability Financial Disclosure Reg...[+13714 chars]" 2025-03-12T07:52:04 Anita Dougall: Celebrating 20 years of Sagacity and E2E100 recognition Partner content: E2E https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/lifestyle/anita-dougall-celebrating-sagacity-recognition-b2713119.html https://cdn.jwplayer.com/v2/media/Zf0S65Ry/poster.jpg?width=720 GB en Anita Dougall has been named in the E2E 100 Female list. She is co-founder and CEO of Sagacity Solutions. Her company is transforming the way businesses harness data for smarter decisions. It is a celebration of the impact of women in business and technology. Anita Dougall, co-founder and CEO of Sagacity Solutions, knows that small beginnings can lead to big achievements. She remembers how a simple gesture from her grandmother kickstarted her journey and h...[+307 chars] 2025-03-12T07:21:26 Greenpeace UK commits to match London's diversity Graham Thompson https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/news/greenpeace-uk-commits-to-match-londons-diversity https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GP0STTYVI_Medium-res-1200px.jpg GB en New targets for representation key to environmental justice announced by Greenpeace UK. Greenpeace UK's office is in London, but the organisation is less diverse than the city it works in. By 2030, 38.3% of Greenpeace UK staff will identify as people of colour, up from 11.3%. Senior leadership roles will be held by 38% of people of color by 2030. Greenpeace will close the ethnicity pay gap (currently 5.6%) and gender pay gap. "New targets for representation key to environmental justice Greenpeace UK's office is in London, one of the most diverse, multicultural cities in the world, and we draw tremendous benefits from that a...[+4113 chars]" 2025-03-12T07:17:00 LX Hausys named Industry Mover in S&P Global assessment Lee Min-hyung https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/tech/2025/03/419_394024.html https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/a8a6ab8cbc06498cb021282567026b80.png KR en LX Hausys was named an Industry Mover in S&P Global's 2024 Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The company cut its greenhouse gas emissions for five consecutive years until 2023 by improving its manufacturing process. It also won the ISO 14001 environmental management certification. LX Hausys was named an Industry Mover in S&P Global's 2024 Corporate Sustainability Assessment in recognition of the firm's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the housing materials maker said...[+1344 chars] 2025-03-12T07:02:33 Wolters Kluwer releases 2024 Annual Report Wolters Kluwer N.V https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/wolters-kluwer-nv-31848df20e2ef9a11a3c65a085a44c4c https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Wolters Kluwer has published its 2024 Annual Report. The report includes the company's sustainability statements prepared in accordance with European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and provides an overview of company's expert solutions strategy. The company will hold its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on May 15, 2025. "PRESS RELEASE Wolters Kluwer releases 2024 Annual Report Alphen aan den Rijn — March 12, 2025 — Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information solutions, software, and services, today pub...[+3733 chars]" 2025-03-12T07:00:30 AI: 5 Female founders to watch David Johnson https://www.maddyness.com/uk/2025/03/12/ai-5-female-founders-to-watch https://www.maddyness.com/uk/app/uploads/2025/03/ANKAR_GHARBI_GOMEZ-scaled-1.webp FR en Women are underrepresented in the tech ecosystem in France and across Europe. According to the latest Pitchbook report, funding rounds involving female founders accounted for only 20% of all VC deals in Europe in 2024. In France's Next40 index of fast-growing companies, only one scaleup is led by a woman: Eléonore Crespo, CEO of Pigment. Maddyness has identified five female AI entrepreneurs to watch. Women are still underrepresented in the tech ecosystem in France and across Europe. According to the latest Pitchbook report, funding rounds involving female founders accounted for only 20% of all VC ...[+3057 chars] 2025-03-12T06:56:00 NFPs Show Resilience Amid Governance Challenges Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/nfps-show-resilience-amid-governance-challenges-1423826 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=cdn.pixabay.com%2Fphoto%2F2019%2F10%2F17%2F07%2F17%2Fcafe-4556189_640.jpg US en The latest edition of the AICD Not-For-Profit Governance and Performance Study provides an in-depth look at governance trends across Australia's diverse NFP sector. Despite ongoing challenges, three-quarters of directors state that their organisation is effective in achieving its purpose. 74% of NFP directors discuss environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues annually, but 55% haven't taken any steps to address climate-related risks and opportunities. 19% of organisations experienced a cyber security breach in the past year, with the highest incident rates in social services (25%), health and residential aged care (22%), and education (21%). Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption The sixteenth iteration of the study, which provides an in-depth look at governance trends across Australia's diverse NFP sector, reveals that despite ongoing challenges, three-quarters of directors s...[+2652 chars] 2025-03-12T06:53:28 Balancing the boardroom: How size, experience, and tenure shape PSU governance Payal Bhattacharya https://www.livemint.com/industry/corporate-governance-public-sector-undertakings-psus-board-structure-psu-governance-board-directors-psu-regulations-11741757687251.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/12/1600x900/PSU_1741761508878_1741761509076.png IN en The fourth edition of the Excellence Enablers' survey explores corporate governance practices across 13 Maharatna and 20 Navratna companies. Corporate governance is central to the effective functioning of public sector undertakings (PSUs). Board composition plays a key role in governance. The average board size of PSUs in the survey has remained stable, typically ranging from 9 to 13 directors. The number of independent directors under 50 has risen from six in FY21 to 22 in FY24. "Summary The fourth edition of the Excellence Enablers' survey, delves into the multifaceted landscape of corporate governance among 13 Maharatna and 20 Navratna companies. Here are some of the finding...[+2640 chars]" 2025-03-12T06:36:20 WSM board seeks to end current term early Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1796675 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/2cb439e4-5a69-4017-b4e7-cdc024eccaef.png SA en WSM Information Technology Co.'s board of directors recommended to end the current board term ahead of schedule on Sept. 20, 2025. The current five-year term is slated to end on Sep 20, 2026. The board's recommendation aims to align the subsequent board sessions to four years. The decision is subject to shareholders' approval. "WSM Information Technology Co. 's board of directors recommended, on March 11, to end the current board term ahead of schedule on Sept. 20, 2025. The current five-year term is slated to end on Sep. 20...[+274 chars]" 2025-03-12T06:21:00 Mandatory Notification of Trade https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6057345 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Synthetic shares of DNO ASA vested on 11 March 2025 under the terms of the Employee Synthetic Share Program. The shares were awarded as a component of annual bonuses to Executive Management in March 2023 with a two-year vesting period. The notification has been submitted pursuant to the Norwegian Securities Trading Act. Please refer to the attached forms of notification of settlement of synthetic shares by certain primary insiders under the DNO ASA Employee Synthetic Share Program which vested on 11 March 2025 under ...[+295 chars] 2025-03-12T06:10:00 LOLC Holdings joins FTSE Frontier 50 Index https://www.ft.lk/front-page/LOLC-Holdings-joins-FTSE-Frontier-50-Index/44-774161 https://www.ft.lk/assets/images/img/ft_logo.png LK en LOLC Holdings PLC has secured a place in the FTSE Frontier 50 Index effective from 24 March. LOLC's inclusion is a testament to its strong financial performance, consistent market liquidity, and increasing investor confidence. It further solidifies the company's reputation as a dominant force in frontier and emerging markets, attracting the attention of international institutional investors. "Sri Lanka's leading diversified conglomerate, LOLC Holdings PLC said yesterday it has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a place in the FTSE Frontier 50 Index, effective from 24 March. It sai...[+2639 chars]" 2025-03-12T05:41:17 Kaynes Technology shares crack 10% as Sebi serves notice to MD over insider trading allegations The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Kaynes_Technology_shares_crack_10_as_Sebi_serves_notice_to_M_k https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/[] US en SEBI has raised concerns over maintenance of a Structured Digital Database for financial results for the period ending March 31, 2023. Kaynes Technology shares are trading on SEBI's market on March 10, 2025. The company has a market value of around Rs. 1.5 billion. Kaynes Technology shares: An official disclosure by SEBI, dated March 10, 2025, highlights concerns over the maintenance of a Structured Digital Database (SDD) for financial results for the period end...[+19 chars] 2025-03-12T05:03:44 Top 10 trends to watch in insurance sector in 2025 https://delano.lu/article/top-10-trends-to-watch-in-insurance-sector-in-2025 https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/top-10-trends-to-watch-in-insurance-sector-in-2025/0.5/0.5/600/400/702372.jpg LU en Sustainability and ESG integration are becoming central to insurance operations. The EU's efforts to strengthen the single market for insurance will remain a key focus for the industry. Luxembourg is a key hub for reinsurance, with the premiums reaching €13bn in 2023. There is a talent gap in the insurance sector. As the insurance and reinsurance sector in Luxembourg evolves, experts and industry stakeholders predict several key developments that will shape its trajectory in the coming years. Below are the top ...[+5701 chars] 2025-03-12T04:53:37 Cybersecurity Overconfidence: The Indian IT Paradox Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3304698-cybersecurity-overconfidence-the-indian-it-paradox https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/05_07_2024_09_22_24_7280767.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Despite Indian IT leaders' significant confidence in their cybersecurity measures, a new study highlights a substantial gap between perception and reality. Zscaler CEO Jay Chaudhry stresses the need for a 'Resilient by Design' approach emphasizing Zero Trust principles to combat inevitable attacks. Despite Indian IT leaders' significant confidence in their cybersecurity measures, a new study highlights a substantial gap between perception and reality. While 67% of organizations faced cybersecuri...[+744 chars] 2025-03-12T04:20:06 EFCC Lists 58 Illegal Ponzi Scheme Operators Thisday https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4180334/efcc-lists-58-illegal-ponzi-scheme-operators.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) listed 58 companies as investing entities on Tuesday. U.S Mission Nigeria reaffirms robust relationship with anti-corruption agency Alex Enumah in Abuja.   . . As U.S Mission Nigeria reaffirms robust relationship with anti-corruption agency Alex Enumah in Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Tuesday, listed 58 companies posturing as ...[+18 chars] 2025-03-12T03:58:22 Govt plans to sell 2-3% stake in LIC, to meet 10% public shareholding target by 2027: Reports Nishtha Awasthi https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/govt-plans-to-sell-2-3-stake-in-lic-to-meet-10-public-shareholding-target-by-2027-reports/articleshow/118915691.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-43844,resizemode-75,msid-118915691/markets/stocks/news/govt-plans-to-sell-2-3-stake-in-lic-to-meet-10-public-shareholding-target-by-2027-reports.jpg IN en The central government is considering divesting 2-3% of its stake in Life Insurance Corporation during 2025-26. The government wants to achieve the mandated 10% public shareholding target by 2027. In May 2022, the government divested a 3.5% stake in LIC through an Initial Public Offering (IPO). "The stake sale may be carried out in several small tranches rather than a single offering in the upcoming fiscal year According to Mint reports, the stake sale may be carried out in several small tran...[+2403 chars]" 2025-03-12T03:48:00 Sebi cuts timeline to complete rights issues to just 23 days ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-cuts-timeline-to-complete-rights-issues-to-just-23-days/articleshow/118910386.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118910407,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-8430,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi has reduced the timeline for completing rights issues to 23 days from 126 days. The new rule would come into effect from April 7, 2025. The regulator has also provided flexibility of allotment to specific investors in the rights issue. Rights issues shall be kept open for subscription for a minimum of 7 days and for a maximum of 30 days. "Mumbai: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has reduced the timeline for completing rights issues to 23 days from 126 days. This will allow companies to raise capital faster through righ...[+916 chars]" 2025-03-12T03:20:26 HK-listed Unity Group leads Malaysia's green revolution with 25 million-tonne carbon reduction initiative https://www.dimsumdaily.hk/hk-listed-unity-group-leads-malaysias-green-revolution-with-25-million-tonne-carbon-reduction-initiative https://cdn.dimsumdaily.hk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/12111911/Unity-Group23-43242.jpg HK en Unity Group Holdings International Ltd is spearheading a transformative carbon reduction effort in Malaysia, aiming to cut 25 million tonnes of CO2 emissions through innovative sustainability projects. Unity's Green Pioneer Program introduces ultra-efficient ESG lighting, which uses 75% less energy than standard LEDs, lasts up to 40 years, and has a defect rate of just 0.01%. Green One Day Program promotes Shine+ pesticide-free vegetables as a sustainable meal replacement, cutting individual carbon footprints by up to 50%. The company's Digital Indoor Farming technology further accelerates sustainability, delivering 250 times the yield of traditional farming while minimising resource use. 12th March 2025 – (Hong Kong) Hong Kong-listed Unity Group Holdings International Ltd is spearheading a transformative carbon reduction effort in Malaysia, aiming to cut 25 million tonnes of CO2 emiss...[+2925 chars] 2025-03-12T03:19:20 Watchdog Slaps Ex-Biden Official With Complaint Over EPA ‘Gold Bars' Scandal Nick Pope https://conservativedailynews.com/2025/03/watchdog-slaps-ex-biden-official-with-complaint-over-epa-gold-bars-scandal https://conservativedailynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/biden-dark-money.jpg US en Protect the Public's Trust filed an ethics complaint against David Hayes, a former climate advisor at the Biden White House. Hayes is now on the board of the Coalition for Green Capital, a green organization selected for receipt of billions of taxpayer dollars by the Biden Environmental Protection Agency. PPT is re-filing the complaint with additional information about the program in question, the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF), that has come to light in the time since. A government watchdog group filed an ethics complaint Friday against a former Biden White House official who now sits on the board of a green organization selected for receipt of billions of taxpayer ...[+3865 chars] 2025-03-12T03:05:07 Nedbank's new Mid-Corporate offering set to boost underserviced business sector CBN https://www.cbn.co.za/industry-news/business-advisory-financial-services-news/nedbanks-new-mid-corporate-offering-set-to-boost-underserviced-business-sector https://www.cbn.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Nedbanks-new-Mid-Corporate-offering-set-to-boost-underserviced-business-sector.jpg ZA en Nedbank has launched a specialised offering for mid-sized corporates in South Africa. It provides them with customised financial solutions, industry-specific expertise, relationship-driven banking and advisory services, as well as technology-enabled services. It aligns with Nedbank's commitment to sustainability. "- Advertisement - By Larry Claasen SOUTH Africa's mid sized corporates will now get a specialised offering from Nedbank Commercial Banking. The launch event, for the new offering was held in Sandton i...[+3357 chars]" 2025-03-12T02:17:12 Contributing to sustainable industrial pollution control The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/andhra-pradesh/contributing-to-sustainable-industrial-pollution-control-953089 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2025/03/12/1531950-crm.jpg IN en Divi's Laboratories contributed Rs 65,000 to the international workshop on sustainable practices for industrial pollution control. The workshop served as a platform for researchers, industry experts, and policymakers to discuss sustainable waste management, green technologies, and pollution control strategies. Key topics of the event included bioremediation, green nanotechnology and regulatory policies aimed at reducing industrial pollution. Visakhapatnam: Divi's Laboratories supports international workshop that focuses on sustainable industrial pollution control. As part of its corporate social responsibility initiatives, Divi's Laborato...[+1127 chars] 2025-03-12T02:13:12 전북교육청 '탄소중립 실천' 앞장 http://breaknews.com/1099504 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2025031212295748.jpg KR en ESG has a video with 1,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30,31,32,33,36,37,38,39,40,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,70,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,86,87 "▲ 전북교육청은 올해 10대 핵심과제 중 하나인 ESG 실천을 위해 친환경 생활 문화 확산을 통한 생활 속에서 탄소중립을 실천할 수 있도록 학교와 공공기관의 '1회용품 사용 저감 계획'을 마련했다. (탄소중립 실천 약속 with 전북교육 포스터) / 사진제공 = 전북특별자치도교육청 (C) 김종진 기자 친환경 생활 문화 확산을 통한 생활 속에서 탄소중립을 실...[+3722 chars]" 2025-03-12T00:57:00 Woke airline FINALLY realises social activism went too far https://www.rebelnews.com/woke_airline_finally_realises_social_activism_went_too_far https://assets.nationbuilder.com/therebel/pages/124294/meta_images/original/qan_social.jpg?1741741253 CA en John Mullen, Qantas chairman, believes corporate Australia has overstepped by taking sides on contentious 'woke' issues. He was at Telstra when it supported the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum. He believes corporate involvement in political issues alienated many Australians. He also criticised the way companies handle diversity, equity and inclusion policies and environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. Qantas chairman John Mullen has signalled a shift away from the airline's previous stance on social activism, arguing that corporate Australia has overstepped by taking sides on contentious 'woke' iss...[+2657 chars] 2025-03-12T00:10:32 Letter to the Editor: DEI efforts benefit businesses and employees Ottawa Business Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Letter_to_the_Editor_DEI_efforts_benefit_businesses_and_empl https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/[] US en Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a crucial component of a fair society and successful business strategy. Mr. Boschy thinks DEI has to go as the company's co-founder is too pretty and they need to take her picture off the website. Re: Op-ed: DEI has to go, our businesses and future depend on itDiversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a crucial component of not only a fair society, but also a successful business strategy.While I...[+144 chars] 2025-03-12T00:05:00 Irish public companies are exceeding EU rules on female board representation Ronan Smyth https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/companies/arid-41591467.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/9072/4536352_8_seoimageog_Balance_20for_20Better_20Business_2009_1_.jpg IE en Irish public companies have already exceeded EU female representation requirements on boards and in non-executive directors positions ahead of the deadline of June 2026. However, female representation in leadership roles still remains low, with none of the Iseq 20 companies having a female chief executive and only one among all the remaining listed companies. Irish public companies have already exceeded EU female representation requirements on boards and in non-executive directors positions ahead of the deadline of June 2026, new data from Balance for Bett...[+3187 chars] 2025-03-12T00:00:00 How to Succeed On Social Media: Dos And Don'ts For CEOs Adrian Dearnell https://www.forbes.com/sites/adriandearnell/2025/03/12/how-to-succeed-on-social-media-dos-and-donts-for-ceos https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67d00de39e2a37971a0509a9/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=3116,1995,x334,y224,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en CEOs increasingly recognize the value of being on social media. CEOs' content gets four times more engagement than other content from LinkedIn members. CEOs can expect a 39% surge in followers after posting. McKinsey study found that 58% of CEOs think of external affairs as a top priority but only 12% feel they're handling it well. "CEOs give their companies a human face on social media. The CEO's image accounts for over half of a company's reputation according to research from Weber Shandwick. So in this digital age it's not sur...[+4687 chars]" 2025-03-12T00:00:00 EU Corporate Reporting: Making Things Harder Not Easier María Mendiluce https://www.forbes.com/sites/mariamendiluce/2025/03/12/eu-corporate-reporting-making-things-harder-not-easier https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67d12d9de99f280025d093e6/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Mario Draghi's 2024 report on competitiveness highlights the urgent need for decisive action to strengthen the EU economy. The European Commission's recent omnibus proposal on EU sustainable finance reporting and due diligence has had the opposite effect. It will be the end of the year before a final deal is agreed by the Commission, EU member states and the European Parliament. The European Commission promised regulatory simplification. It wanted, it said, to make life easier for business. Its recent omnibus proposal published on EU sustainable finance reporting and due dili...[+4292 chars] 2025-03-12T00:00:00 CLI cleared to issue P5 billion sustainability bonds Richmond Mercurio https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/03/12/2427655/cli-cleared-issue-p5-billion-sustainability-bonds https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/03/11/15_2025-03-11_20-23-33.jpg PH en Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) has secured the green light from the Securities and Exchange Commission to raise as much as P5 billion from the issuance of sustainability-linked bonds. Listing of the bonds with the Philippine Dealing and Exchange Corp. is scheduled on March 21. The company commenced yesterday with the offering and will end on March 14. MANILA, Philippines — Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) has secured the green light from the Securities and Exchange Commission to raise as much as P5 billion from the issuance of sustainability-linked bond...[+1127 chars] 2025-03-12T00:00:00 Kurtenbach: The 49ers need to come clean on their real 2025 plan The Daily Democrat https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Kurtenbach_The_49ers_need_to_come_clean_on_their_real_2025_p https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The 49ers are going for a dive in the new league year. The team's roster is not the only thing that needs to be addressed as the new season begins. The actions speak louder than the words, and setting expectations requires honesty and setting high expectations. Honesty is the best policy. So the 49ers should just come out and say it: they're going for a dive in '25. Actions might speak louder than words, but setting expectations requires both. It's clear, th...[+99 chars] 2025-03-12T00:00:00 Hamilton's historic Town Hall going net zero The Salem News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Hamiltons_historic_Town_Hall_going_net_zero https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A goal of net zero emissions is often more like a dream than reality for many businesses and communities. It's difficult for businesses and homeowners to achieve this goal. For more information, go to www.netzeroemissions.org or call the National Emissions Project on 1-800-273-8255. HAMILTON — A goal of net zero emissions is often more like a dream than reality for many businesses, communities and homeowners. 2025-03-12T00:00:00 E2E 100: The Independent https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/e2e_100 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Anita Dougall is the outstanding CEO of Sagacity. She has been nothing short of transformative and has used her experience for the betterment of the society. She is an inspiration to many people. She's also a role model to many others. She uses her experience to help others. Anita Dougall is the outstanding CEO of Sagacity; she has been nothing short of transformative. She has used 2025-03-12T00:00:00 Rubber Board to start EUDR sensitisation programme for NR plantations Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Rubber_Board_to_start_EUDR_sensitisation_programme_for_NR_pl https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Rubber Board has initiated action for implementing certification of natural rubber/rubber products under Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) for EUDR compliance and issue of due diligence certificate as part of the initiative to elevate the global stature of Indian natural rubber while ramping up domestic production. To elevate the global stature of Indian natural rubber while ramping up domestic production, the Rubber Board has initiated action for implementing certification of natural rubber/rubber products unde...[+151 chars] 2025-03-12T00:00:00 Aster DM Healthcare promoters cut pledged shares to 41% after debt refinancing Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Aster_DM_Healthcare_promoters_cut_pledged_shares_to_41_after https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Aster DM Healthcare's promoters reduced their share pledge from 99% to 41% after completing a debt refinancing transaction from top-tier global financial institutions. JP Morgan, HSBC, and Barclays provided fresh funding for the refinancing. Aster DM Healthcare plans to expand in India. The promoters of healthcare player, Aster DM Healthcare had reduced their share pledge from 99 per cent to 41 per cent after completing a debt refinancing transaction from top-tier global financial in...[+357 chars] 2025-03-12T00:00:00 Financial watchdog scraps plan to ‘name and shame' UK firms under investigation The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Financial_watchdog_scraps_plan_to_name_and_shame_UK_firms_un https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en BoE drops new diversity and inclusion rules for City firms due to lack of consensus. FCA follows longstanding pressure against new public interest test for announcing investigations and follows BoE's decision to drop the new rules. Business live updates are available on CNN.com. "FCA move follows longstanding pressure against new public interest test for announcing investigationsBusiness live – latest updatesBoE drops new diversity and inclusion rules for City firms "" given th...[+21 chars]" 2025-03-12T00:00:00 Call2Recycle Canada Applauds EVSX's Expansion of Battery Recycling Facility in Ontario Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Call2Recycle_Canada_Applauds_EVSXs_Expansion_of_Battery_Recy https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Call2Recycle Canada is excited to support the expansion of battery recycling capabilities in Ontario by EVSX Corporation. EVSx is a wholly-owned subsidiary of St-Georges Eco-Mining Corp. (CSE: SX, OTCQB: SXOOF, FSE: 85G1). TORONTO, /CNW/ - Call2Recycle Canada, the country's leading battery collection and recycling organization, is excited to support the expansion of battery recycling capabilities in Ontario by EVSX Corp...[+189 chars] 2025-03-12T00:00:00 GEMS to power up 23 Dubai schools with massive solar installations Gulf Business https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/GEMS_to_power_up_23_Dubai_schools_with_massive_solar_install https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en This particular initiative is expected to reduce crime. It is aimed at reducing crime in the area of crime reduction. It's expected to help reduce crime in that area as well as in other parts of the country. It will reduce crime and crime in other areas. This particular initiative is expected to reduce 2025-03-12T00:00:00 Sewage data not accurate, water boss tells MPs BBC News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Sewage_data_not_accurate_water_boss_tells_MPs https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Northumbrian Water's CEO says the regulator does not require it to measure all types of data, as it doesn't require them to ""measure"" any data at all, as the CEO says. . i in this article. " "Northumbrian Water's CEO says the regulator does not require it to ""measure"" all types of data." 2025-03-12T00:00:00 Considering A Co-Branding Opportunity? 14 Tips To Avoid Brand Dilution Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/Considering_A_CoBranding_Opportunity_14_Tips_To_Avoid_Brand_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Companies should establish detailed guidelines to ensure collaborations highlight shared values and preserve distinct brand visuals and voice, according to the guidelines.    for example, ""To ensure that the collaboration highlights shared values while preserving the brand's distinct visual and voice""." Companies should establish detailed guidelines to ensure collaborations highlight shared values while preserving distinct brand visuals and voice. 2025-03-12T00:00:00 New Zealand First introduces bill to dismantle DEI policies in public service Natural News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/12/New_Zealand_First_introduces_bill_to_dismantle_DEI_policies_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "New Zealand First has introduced a bill to repeal mandatory diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies in the public service. The bill is titled ""The Bill to Repeal Mandatory Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Public Servants' Policies"". " New Zealand First has introduced a bill to repeal mandatory diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies in the public service. The bill 2025-03-12T00:00:00 Dieter Kurtenbach: The 49ers need to come clean on their real 2025 plan Dieter Kurtenbach https://www.dailygazette.com/tribune/dieter-kurtenbach-the-49ers-need-to-come-clean-on-their-real-2025-plan/article_08cd619f-9acf-5826-ab88-531c17a16ad7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/dailygazette.com/content/tncms/custom/image/2c4dbcd4-2c97-11ee-8535-9737ebc25907.png?resize=600%2C315 US en The San Francisco 49ers are going for a dive in '25, so they should come out and say it. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings to read the content. "Honesty is the best policy. So the San Francisco 49ers should just come out and say it: they're going for a dive in '25. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enabl...[+30 chars]" 2025-03-12T00:00:00 "Sony Honored as One of ""2025 World's Most Ethical Companies®"" for the Seventh Time" Sony Group Corporation https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/sony-honored-as-one-of-2025-worlds-most-ethical-companies-for-the-seventh-time/article_a390b59b-debf-534a-a527-47090d362875.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/d/d4/dd4468ae-0213-50ff-bb28-8f967563b3e1/67d12adf790e6.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C190 US en "Sony has been named one of the ""World's Most Ethical Companies"" for the seventh consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Sony is a member of the Sony Group Corporation. Sony is also a company that promotes ethical business practices. " "TOKYO, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Group Corporation (""Sony"") today announced that it has been named one of the ""World's Most Ethical Companies"" for the seventh consecutive year by the Ethisph...[+112 chars]" 2025-03-11T22:50:40 New Zealand First introduces bill to dismantle DEI policies in public service Tags https://www.naturalnews.com/2025-03-11-nz-first-introduces-bill-against-dei-policies.html https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2025/03/Woke-vector-illustration-1.jpg US en "New Zealand First has introduced a bill to repeal mandatory diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies in the public service. The Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced a reduction in the number of DEI teams. New Zealand First leader Winston Peters argues that the bill will end ""woke left-wing social engineering"" and emphasize meritocracy in hiring and promotion." "New Zealand First introduces bill to dismantle DEI policies in public service New Zealand First has introduced a bill to repeal mandatory diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies in the public s...[+4452 chars]" 2025-03-11T22:26:00 ESG Extra fund gets cabinet approval for LTF switching Wichit Chantanusornsiri https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2978063/esg-extra-fund-gets-cabinet-approval-for-ltf-switching https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/03/12/5504818_700.jpg TH en The cabinet has approved the Thai ESG Extra tax-deductible fund to help support the stock market. Investors are eligible for a total tax deduction of up to 900,000 baht from ESG (environmental, social and governance) funds this year. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index has fallen to less than 1,200 points. "The cabinet has approved the Thai ESG Extra tax-deductible fund to help support the stock market. Investors are eligible for a total tax deduction of up to 900,000 baht from ESG (environmental, social...[+3694 chars]" 2025-03-11T22:04:28 Exchange Bank Appoints Bahar Ozgur as Vice President and Commercial Relationship Manager Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/exchange-bank-appoints-bahar-ozgur-as-vice-president-and-commercial-relationship-manager/article_8fea0115-bd32-580d-a035-54ed44b7c77d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/3b/73b55c41-e9c0-53a3-93b9-073d20ecdbaf/67d0b52b603ab.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C190 US en Bahar Ozgur has been appointed Vice President and Commercial Relationship Manager at Exchange Bank. Bahar will focus on strengthening relationships with commercial lending customers and aligning branch and commercial banking efforts to support the Bank's strategic growth in the North Bay and San Francisco. "SANTA ROSA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Exchange Bank (OTC: EXSR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Bahar Ozgur as Vice President and Commercial Relationship Manager. In this role,...[+3686 chars]" 2025-03-11T21:30:00 Signature Resources Provides an Update on the Equity Financing Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/signature-resources-provides-equity-financing-213000655.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/020759e2d8a6aabe3526b1a7446522c0 US en Signature Resources Ltd. (TSXV: SGU) (OTCQB: SGGTF) (FSE: 3S30) has amended the terms of the non-brokered private placement announced on February 25, 2025 for gross proceeds of up to C$1,000,000. The original Offering was comprised of flow-through shares at $0.05 per share. With today's amended Offering the FT Shares will continue to be offered and non-flow-through units will be offered at $ 0.05. Insider subscriptions are expected to be at least 50%. The proceeds will be used for completing the maiden NI 43-101, final expenses for the "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - March 11, 2025) - Signature Resources Ltd. (TSXV: SGU) (OTCQB: SGGTF) (FSE: 3S30) (""Signature"" or the ""Company"") is announcing that is has amended the terms of the ...[+6128 chars]" 2025-03-11T21:20:28 Enbridge announces Steven Williams as Chair of the Board, effective May 7 Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/enbridge-announces-steven-williams-as-chair-of-the-board-effective-may-7-1034466162 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Steven W. Williams has been a director of Enbridge since 2022. Pamela L. Carter will retire from the Enbridge Board in May. Steve Williams has more than 40 years of international energy industry experience, including as President & CEO of Suncor Energy Inc. from 2012 to 2019 and various roles at Esso/Exxon. Enbridge (ENB) announced Steven W. Williams as Chair of the Board, effective May 7 following conclusion of its Annual Meeting of Shareholders, coincident with the retirement of Pamela L. Carter, the c...[+1027 chars] 2025-03-11T21:15:00 Enbridge Inc. Appoints Steven W. Williams as Chair of the Board, Effective May 7, 2025 Enbridge Inc https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/enbridge-inc-appoints-steven-w-williams-as-chair-of-the-board-effective-may-7-2025/article_0f0df8c2-ebbe-5b9d-9acd-990a1774eed6.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Steven W. Williams will become the new Chair of the Board of Enbridge Inc. effective May 7, 2025. Pamela L. Carter is retiring. Mr. Williams has served as a director of the Enbridge Board since 2022. Most recently he served as the chair of the Human Resources & Compensation Committee and the Safety & Reliability Committee. CALGARY, AB, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Enbridge Inc. (TSX: ENB) (NYSE: ENB) (Enbridge or the Company) today announced Steven W. Williams as Chair of the Board, effective May 7, 2025 following conc...[+360 chars] 2025-03-11T21:14:05 ESG X Fund: Thailand Introduces New Tax Benefits for Thai Investors Geoff Thomas https://www.chiangraitimes.com/finance/esg-x-fund-thailand https://www.chiangraitimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2024-01-11_SET-2.jpg TH en Thailand's finance minister announced new tax incentives to boost investments in the country's equity market. Individuals can claim a tax allowance of up to US$11,791 for investing in new equity funds, named ESG X. The index has dropped over 16% this year due to weak economic growth and slow corporate earnings. "Thailand's Finance Minister, Pichai Chunhavajira, announced new tax incentives to boost investments in the country's equity market, which has struggled this year due to foreign outflows. Under the pla...[+2949 chars]" 2025-03-11T21:13:39 King jokes with guests and views exhibitions at sustainability event Emily Smith https://www.standard.co.uk/news/environment/stella-mccartney-paul-charles-the-king-king-b1216093.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/03/11/21/a2069ff9d0d11c9768c00fcee07f9646Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQxODEzNTk1-2.79361886.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en She asks herself if she is doing enough as a leader. She looks to her Majesty for vision, for lifelong service, for moral courage and for commitment to action. She asks for her vision and for her lifelong service. She also asks for his moral courage, for his lifelong service and for his commitment. She said: 'As we think seven generations ahead, we must ask ourselves if we are doing enough, as CEOs and as leaders, we look to you, your majesty, for your vision, for your lifelong service, your mor...[+53 chars] 2025-03-11T21:07:00 Ericsson Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/ericsson-annual-report-on-form-20-f-filed-with-the-sec-124356.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1741759617 VN en On March 11, 2025, Ericsson filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The Annual Report is available on Ericsson's website at https://www.ericsson.com/en/investors. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+846 chars] 2025-03-11T21:00:00 Powering B.Grimm to success on the global stage Yuthana Praiwan https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2978263/powering-b-grimm-to-success-on-the-global-stage https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250312/c1_2978263_250312122853_700.jpg TH en B.Grimm Power is a key revenue driver for the group earning more than the other five businesses under the B.grimm Group. The company has great potential to become a power company on a global scale, with total electricity supply set to soar to 10 gigawatts, up from 4GW, by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Helping B.Grimm Power Plc achieve its goal of becoming a global power company requires strenuous effort, with an active contribution from Siriwong Borvornboonrutai, co-president for finance and accoun...[+2351 chars] 2025-03-11T21:00:00 Why banks keep lowering their climate targets Alastair Marsh https://www.bangkokpost.com/opinion/opinion/2978138/why-banks-keep-lowering-their-climate-targets https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/03/12/5504883_700.jpg TH en Morgan Stanley moved the goalposts on its climate targets in October, surprising members of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Now the alliance is considering abandoning the 1.5C goal for its members. Wells Fargo & Co said it's no longer planning to reach net-zero emissions. HSBC Holdings Plc announced it's walking back some of its prior emissions goals. "When Morgan Stanley moved the goalposts back on its climate targets in October, members of the industry's biggest climate alliance were caught off guard. The steering group of the Net-Zero Banking All...[+5668 chars]" 2025-03-11T21:00:00 Multicorp International, Inc. Mar. 11, 2025 21:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6057121 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/NTM1ZGI5MjctNjI4OS00NTIxLWJlMjktMGMyNTdjMjYyZDkzLTUwMDEzMjUyMy0yMDI1LTAzLTExLWVu/tiny/Multicorp-International-Inc-.png TW en $500,000,000 of Global X Cryptocurrency Stablecoin Tokens (GBP Pegged) has been pledged to Multicorp International, Inc. as a guarantee for the $50 million loan from Edwards Capital N.A. LLC's correspondent bank. Additional transactions will be completed under 40 Brightwater LLC's leveraged buy-out pledge structure. GPSC is a private investment firm based in Sydney Australia. AGOURA HILLS, CALIFORNIA, March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Multicorp International, Inc. (OTC Markets PINK: MCIC) and 40 Brightwater LLC are pleased to announce that an initial $500,000,000 (five hu...[+4383 chars] 2025-03-11T20:45:52 Diginex enters strategic agreement with Russell Bedford Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/diginex-enters-strategic-agreement-with-russell-bedford-1034466105 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Diginex announced its strategic agreement with Russell Bedford International. The collaboration seeks to accelerate the adoption of Diginex's ESG reporting platform, diginexESG, across Russell Bedford's membership network, which spans over 100 countries. It also offers investment research tools such as Spark. Diginex (DGNX) announced its strategic agreement with Russell Bedford International. This collaboration seeks to accelerate the adoption of Diginex's innovative ESG reporting platform, diginexESG, acr...[+352 chars] 2025-03-11T20:43:00 UN Global Compact calls for Women's Economic Inclusion at Business Leadership Dialogue during Commission on the Status of Women PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/un-global-compact-calls-for-womens-economic-inclusion-at-business-leadership-dialogue-during-commission-on-the-status-of-women-124354.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1741759604 VN en The United Nations Global Compact, in partnership with UN Women and the Champions of Change Coalition, today concluded a high-level Business Leadership Dialogue. The gathering united over 50 business leaders, policy experts and change-makers to accelerate private-sector commitments toward women's economic empowerment by 2030. The event marked three significant anniversaries for global gender equality efforts: 30 years since the establishment of the Beijing Declaration, 25 years of the UN Global Compact and 15 years of Women's Empowerment Principles. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+4732 chars] 2025-03-11T20:05:00 Milliken & Company Named One of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® Milliken https://en.prnasia.com/releases/apac/milliken-company-named-one-of-the-2025-world-s-most-ethical-companies--481258.shtml https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2638452/Milliken_and_Company.jpg?p=medium600 ID en Milliken & Company is included on Ethisphere's 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies list for the 19th consecutive year. Milliken is one of only six honorees to make the list every year since the award was first created in 2006. "For the 19 th consecutive year, Ethisphere recognizes manufacturer's commitment to integrity and ethical business practices SPARTANBURG, S.C., March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Milliken & Company is hono...[+4393 chars]" 2025-03-11T20:03:08 Diginex Limited and Russell Bedford International Announce Strategic Partnership to Drive ESG ... Diginex Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/diginex-limited-and-russell-bedford-international-announce-strategic-partnership-to-drive-esg/article_d1f8b266-7e02-56eb-8bd9-ddb73c5ea7e1.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diginex has signed a strategic agreement with Russell Bedford International. The collaboration seeks to accelerate the adoption of Diginex's innovative ESG reporting platform, diginexESG, across Russell Bedford's membership network, which spans over 100 countries. Russell Bedford provides trusted advisory services worldwide. LONDON, March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex' or the 'Company'), an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, today announce...[+967 chars] 2025-03-11T20:00:00 Oxford Lane Capital Corp. Provides February Net Asset Value Update https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6056988 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en As of February 28, 2025, Oxford Lane Capital Corp. had 437.2 million shares of common stock issued and outstanding. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP has not audited, reviewed, compiled, or applied agreed-upon procedures with respect to the preliminary financial data. This press release contains forward-looking statements. GREENWICH, Conn., March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxford Lane Capital Corp. (Nasdaq: OXLC) (NasdaqGS: OXLCP) (NasdaqGS: OXLCL) (NasdaqGS: OXLCO) (NasdaqGS: OXLCZ) (NasdaqGS: OXLCN) (NasdaqGS: OXLCI...[+3348 chars] 2025-03-11T19:50:00 Ethisphere Names International Paper as One of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies(R) for the 19th Time International Paper https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ethisphere-names-international-paper-one-195000188.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/70272db743bb8ca802e6c58b1b5f9b03 US en International Paper has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies recognition by Ethisphere. International Paper has been recognized 19 times and is one of only two honorees in the Forestry, Packaging & Paper industry. 136 organizations were recognized spanning 19 countries and 44 industries. "Annual recognition honors organizations committed to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs MEMPHIS, TN / / March 11, 2025 / International Paper, a Memphis-based...[+4935 chars]" 2025-03-11T19:46:53 Media Insider: NZME board nominations - the six names vying to become directors of NZ Herald and Newstalk ZB owner Shayne Currie https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-nzme-board-nominations-the-six-names-vying-to-become-directors-of-nz-herald-and-newstalk-zb-owner/ILL75O56NVDITEZGTXOXLT2VMM https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/HJPQDUCMIJDQXG5EKYKSTUADJY.JPG?auth=48bdb6cc258ea3db21d95df68b9f6dbfdaacba78543b323f5c2ac9e494bb8d77&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&smart=true NZ en Osmium Partners, which owns 6.57% of NZME, has filed nominations for the appointment of two new directors separate from Grenon's proposed nominees. John Lewis and Adam Hoydysh are nominated. NZME will provide further details on the nominations in the notice of meeting for the annual shareholders' meeting on April 29. "Another substantial shareholder, Osmium Partners - which owns 6.57% of the company - has filed nominations for the appointment of two new directors separate from Grenon's proposed nominees. Its two no...[+1182 chars]" 2025-03-11T19:42:13 Assurant Again Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/assurant-again-named-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-by-ethisphere/article_f38b9123-b3e0-5041-bf7e-6f78c24b3a19.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Assurant received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies recognition by Ethisphere. This is Assurant's second consecutive year on the list. 136 honorees from 19 countries and 44 industries are being recognized. Assurants safeguards and services connected devices, homes, and automobiles. Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier global protection company that safeguards and services connected devices, homes, and automobiles in partnership with the world's leading brands, is proud to recei...[+290 chars] 2025-03-11T19:42:00 Assurant Again Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere Business Wire https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/assurant-again-named-one-world-194200470.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/a336050c59d284736c980dafe3c12b60 US en Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) is proud to receive the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies recognition by Ethisphere. This is Assurant's second consecutive year on the list. 136 honorees from 19 countries and 44 industries are being recognized. ATLANTA, March 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier global protection company that safeguards and services connected devices, homes, and automobiles in partnership with the...[+2935 chars] 2025-03-11T19:24:10 Lee Zeldin Takes Chainsaw to DEI Funding at EPA, Announces Billions in Cuts Bob Hoge https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/lee-zeldin-takes-chainsaw-to-dei-funding-at-epa-announces-billions-in-cuts-184c4bc598d7f7a30ff0567c8bdd729567890af9 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/2022/304/93d37bdc-beeb-4be0-b95b-c50e02154004.png FR en EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced on social media that he is cutting multiple diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, resulting in billions in taxpayer savings. Since taking office on January 20, Republican President Donald Trump has passed executive orders aimed at dismantling DEI in the government and private sector. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced Monday on social media that he is cutting multiple diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, resulting in billions in taxpa...[+1189 chars] 2025-03-11T18:23:06 FCA clarity on defence investment and green rules welcomed by MPs Jessica Frank-Keyes https://www.cityam.com/fca-clarity-on-defence-investment-and-green-rules-welcomed-by-mps https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Chemring1.jpeg GB en The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) released a statement on Tuesday morning clarifying their position on sustainability and defence investments. It comes after Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the UK would move from spending 2.3% of GDP on defence to 2.5% from April 2027. MPs Alex Baker and Luke Charters have campaigned for the ESG rules to be clarified to promote investment in the UK defence sector. "MPs have welcomed a move by the financial watchdog, clarifying that defence investments aren't constrained by green or sustainability rules. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) released a statement ...[+2531 chars]" 2025-03-11T18:00:00 Corporate watchdog wants Australian boards to do better Sumeyya Ilanbey https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/corporate-watchdog-wants-australian-boards-to-do-better-20250311-p5lio4.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.238%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_156/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/597ab52dd950ab0d183d4564ab54e257b6a10a20 AU en Joe Longo is the chair of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. He will speak at the Australian Institute of Company Directors summit on Wednesday. Longo's comments come a day after serial chairman John Mullen warned against a wholesale rollback of diversity, equity and inclusion policies in the wake of Donald Trump's election. The corporate watchdog has pleaded with Australian businesses to take a step back and think about the make-up of their boards, as a respected director warned against limiting diversity initiatives to ...[+1970 chars] 2025-03-11T18:00:00 Policy gaps hinder SDG progress: experts Star Business Report https://www.thedailystar.net/business/news/policy-gaps-hinder-sdg-progress-experts-3845516 https://www.thedailystar.net/sites/all/themes/sloth/favicon.ico BD en "Debapriya Bhattacharya, a distinguished fellow at the Centre for Policy Dialogue, was speaking at a consultation on the ""National SDG Report (NVR) 2025: Perspectives of Business Leaders,"" organised by the Citizen's Platform for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Bangladesh. He called for better organisation of CSR funding in Bangladesh and suggested tax incentives to promote corporate contributions. Shamima Zaman, executive director of Global Compact Network Bangladesh, highlighted Bangladesh's progress in CSR and sustainable business but stressed gaps in branding and implementation." Despite progress in corporate social responsibility (CSR) and green initiatives, systemic barriers, poor policy alignment, and a lack of effective public-private collaboration continue to hinder Bangl...[+4954 chars] 2025-03-11T18:00:00 Corporate watchdog wants Australian boards to do better Sumeyya Ilanbey https://www.watoday.com.au/business/companies/corporate-watchdog-wants-australian-boards-to-do-better-20250311-p5lio4.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.3184%2C$multiply_0.7554%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_578%2C$y_319/t_crop_custom/q_86%2Cf_auto/t_watoday_no_label_no_age_social_wm/0ec4b1cee73193ff257ad16aca12a51f6bd6519d AU en Longo will call out the lack of directors with a background in technology on company boards. He will say the average number of board members with an accounting, banking or finance background had climbed to 40 per cent last year. In contrast, only 7 per cent of board directors have a background of technology. "'Don't be radically woke, but don't be radically anti-woke either,' he said. In his speech, Longo will call out the lack of directors with a background in technology on company boards. He will say the...[+736 chars]" 2025-03-11T17:58:39 RFK Jr. Rattles Food Companies With Vow to Rid Food of Artificial Dyes New York Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/RFK_Jr_Rattles_Food_Companies_With_Vow_to_Rid_Food_of_Artifi https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/[] US en Mr. Kennedy wants to remove synthetic colors from food products. A trade group warns that a decision is imminent and urges major food companies to act soon. Â.  y a trade group warned its members that a 'decision time is imminent' "Mr. Kennedy told executives of major food companies that he wants synthetic colors removed from their products. "" Decision time is imminent, "" a trade group warned its members." 2025-03-11T17:42:02 Firms that issue green bonds better at tackling emissions, study shows Marc Jones https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/firms-that-issue-green-bonds-better-tackling-emissions-study-shows-2025-03-11 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/GBWMF72SKZN6BNI3N5HGDTIWPA.jpg?auth=aeca1c1ef095508ff88b72a77f0e1ef6c447c4ce80529b9ee04084098e481989&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Companies that issue green bonds are better at reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. Green bonds raise capital for projects that limit climate change or otherwise benefit the environment. The emissions of green bond issuers fell by more than 10% in the four years after issuance and 30% per unit of company revenue. LONDON, March 11 (Reuters) - Companies that issue green bonds tend to be better at reducing their greenhouse gas emissions, especially in heavily polluting sectors, new analysis from the Bank for Inte...[+2183 chars] 2025-03-11T17:21:00 Finance minister: Sustainability reporting deadlines postponed by two years ERR https://news.err.ee/1609629980/finance-minister-sustainability-reporting-deadlines-postponed-by-two-years https://s.err.ee/photo/crop/2025/02/18/2741987h2af6t24.jpg EE en The European Commission presented a package of simplification proposals on February 26th. One of them was the postponement of the reporting obligation for Estonian companies. Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry asked for the deadline for the sustainability report to be postponed by two years. Ligi is skeptical about Tallink CEO Paavo Nõgene's claim that the company will spend €350,000 preparing a sustainability report this year. """The objectives for which it was created have not been abandoned. But it will now take a bit of time to simplify it, and that's probably why it will take two years and not come into force as quickly a...[+3842 chars]" 2025-03-11T17:15:09 EssilorLuxottica: Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights Outstanding as of February 28, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/12/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/essilorluxottica-disclosure-of-share-capital-and-voting-rights-outstanding-as-of-february-28-2025/2071366 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/12/563633.png PH en As of February 28, 2025, shares and voting rights outstanding of EssilorLuxottica breaks down as indicated below. For further information, please consult the Prospectus which received Visa No. 18-460 from the AMF on September 28, 2018 and its Securities Note Supplement. The by-laws are available on the website. "Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights Outstanding as of February 28, 2025 (Pursuant to Article L.233-8 II of the French Commercial Code and articles 221-1 and 223-16 of the General Regulations...[+703 chars]" 2025-03-11T16:59:45 UK companies ‘quieter' about diversity targets amid US pressure Anna Wise https://uk.news.yahoo.com/uk-companies-quieter-diversity-targets-165945338.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/_4FpGYKip2oIFbxSer_BpQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/pa_viral_news_uk_120/3aecea1582e7b1ed204ff878cd8c53be US en 13 chief executives on the UK's FTSE 100 were of an ethnic minority background at the end of 2024, up from 12 in 2023. David Tyler, chair of the Parker Review, said some UK companies may be 'quieter' about their diversity initiatives. UK companies may be starting to be 'quieter' about their diversity initiatives amid pressure to scale back targets coming from the US, the chair of a Government-backed review has said, despite the num...[+2236 chars] 2025-03-11T16:54:33 CLI cleared to issue P5 billion sustainability bonds The Philippine Star https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/CLI_cleared_to_issue_P5_billion_sustainability_bonds https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/[] US en Cebu Landmasters Inc. has secured the green light from the Securities and Exchange Commission to raise as much as P5 billion from the issuance of sustainability-linked bonds, according to the company's official statement. Â.    Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) has secured the green light from the Securities and Exchange Commission to raise as much as P5 billion from the issuance of sustainability-linked bonds. 2025-03-11T16:46:00 Clarios 連續第三年獲評為 World's Most Ethical Companies 之一 Clarios https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-prnewswire/prnasia/2025/03/12/1137633/clarios-%E9%80%A3%E7%BA%8C%E7%AC%AC%E4%B8%89%E5%B9%B4%E7%8D%B2%E8%A9%95%E7%82%BA-worlds-most-ethical-companies-%E4%B9%8B%E4%B8%80 https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2573556/Clarios_Logo.jpg?p=medium600 HK en Ethisphere is one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. There are 18,000 Proof Points for each of them. They are: Clarios, Mark Wallace, and Mark Wallace’s company, EthisPhere. They have to be ethical. 威斯康辛州格倫代爾2025年3月12日 /美通社/ — 先進能源儲存解決方案的全球領導者 再次獲 Ethisphere 認定為 World's Most Ethical Companies 之一。這標誌著 Clarios 連續第三年榮獲這項殊榮，彰顯出公司對商業道德實踐、永續發展和公司治理的堅定承諾。全球僅有 136 間公司獲此殊榮，其中來自汽車業界的只有 7 間，所以此項殊榮對公司而言意義非凡。...[+1205 chars] 2025-03-11T16:41:57 Avangrid Recognized as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies® for the 7th Consecutive Year Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/avangrid-recognized-as-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for-the-7th-consecutive/article_c405dbec-ba25-5cee-8c34-7293245547b4.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/c4/bc490fd3-0181-5124-8ebe-7bf2ecc39954/67d069b9176bf.image.jpg?crop=1140%2C599%2C0%2C59 US en Avangrid, Inc. is recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the seventh consecutive year. In 2025, there were 136 honorees from 19 countries and 44 industries. Avangrid was one of only seven in the Energy and Utilities industry. "ORANGE, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced its recognition by Ethisphere for the seventh consecutive yea...[+308 chars]" 2025-03-11T16:41:00 Avangrid Recognized as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies® for the 7th Consecutive Year Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/avangrid-recognized-one-world-most-164100311.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/7c986f4958fd7aad35dc40b8048c8902 US en Avangrid has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the seventh consecutive year. In 2025, 136 honorees from 19 countries and 44 industries were recognized. Avangrid was one of only seven in the Energy and Utilities industry. "Annual recognition honors organizations committed to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs ORANGE, Conn., March 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Avangrid, Inc., a lea...[+4507 chars]" 2025-03-11T16:33:10 Santech Holdings Announces Changes to Board of Directors and Senior Management Santech Holdings Limited https://www.eagletribune.com/region/santech-holdings-announces-changes-to-board-of-directors-and-senior-management/article_7d350390-4560-5b14-b2a4-5ba28251772f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Mr. Han Hongwei and Madame Wang Dian were unable to fulfil their duties as directors of the Company for an extended period of time, so the Board has resolved to remove them from their positions on the Board of directors. Santech Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: STEC) announced changes to enhance corporate governance and bring additional expertise to its Board. HONG KONG, March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Santech Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: STEC) (the 'Company'), today announced a number of changes to its Board of directors and senior management, as well as c...[+317 chars] 2025-03-11T15:20:15 Dubrule family lowers minimum share requirement in Mobly takeover bid https://valorinternational.globo.com/business/news/2025/03/11/dubrule-family-lowers-minimum-share-requirement-in-mobly-takeover-bid.ghtml https://s2-valorinternational.glbimg.com/mzMsYJgO-WkVpdhBocVfZwH59Rw=/1200x/smart/filters:cover():strip_icc()/i.s3.glbimg.com/v1/AUTH_63b422c2caee4269b8b34177e8876b93/internal_photos/bs/2023/W/v/T8yABmSHyyBn6j6X0JBQ/dsc0181-1024x678.jpeg PT en Dubrule family reduced the minimum number of shares required for their potential takeover bid. The minimum threshold is now 61,381,702 common shares, down from the previous 84 million shares. Dubrule family expects Mobly to convene a shareholder meeting before the official offer announcement. Mobly disclosed on Monday (10) a letter from the Dubrule family, reducing the minimum number of shares required for their potential takeover bid, which was submitted to the company last week. The form...[+750 chars] 2025-03-11T15:06:17 Axian Energy Green Takes Another Step Towards Climate Transparency https://allafrica.com/stories/202503110470.html https://cdn08.allafrica.com/static/images/structure/aa-logo-rgba-no-text-square.png ZA en Axian Energy Green has achieved a C score in its first reporting exercise with the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) 2024. CDP is a globally recognised organisation that assesses and promotes corporate environmental transparency. Axian Energy's ambition is to reach level B by 2025 by implementing concrete measures. Axian Energy Green has reached a significant milestone in its environmental commitment by achieving a C score in its first reporting exercise with the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) 2024. This recogn...[+1706 chars] 2025-03-11T15:00:34 Ethisphere Names U. S. Steel One of the World's Most Ethical Companies® for the Fourth Consecutive Year Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/ethisphere-names-u-s-steel-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for-the/article_67ac779d-7eb9-5e5a-9fba-df3f64252f70.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/c8/9c8f9276-5e96-5ad4-a7e3-c44e0758eb3c/67d0538cbcac3.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C190 US en U.S. Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) has been named 'one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies' by Ethisphere for the fourth year in a row. The company's ethics and compliance program is recognized for continuous improvement. "PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- United States Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) ('U. S. Steel') announced today that it has been named 'one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies®' by Ethisp...[+337 chars]" 2025-03-11T15:00:00 Ethisphere Names U. S. Steel One of the World's Most Ethical Companies® for the Fourth Consecutive Year Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ethisphere-names-u-steel-one-150000015.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/94a36edc0f34c7dd2b5961d9f503589c US en "U.S. Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) has been named ""one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies"" by Ethisphere for the fourth consecutive year. The company's S.T.E.L. Principles are an extension of the first-ever corporate code of ethics developed more than a century ago by company co-founder Judge Elbert Gary." "The prestigious annual recognition highlights organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs PITTSBURGH, March 11, 2...[+6407 chars]" 2025-03-11T14:41:08 Mark Carney, man of destiny, wants to revolutionize society. It won't be pleasant AFC https://actforcanada.substack.com/p/mark-carney-man-of-destiny-wants https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb60bc25b-3242-482b-b181-ac305705ca44_452x339.png US en Carney wants a technocratic dictatorship justified by climate alarmism. Carbon councils will be able to demand that national governments 'comply or explain' when they fall short of targets. Nobel economist William Nordhaus has suggested 'Climate Clubs' that will punish recalcitrants with punitive tariffs. What Carney ultimately wants, like Saint-Simon, is a technocratic dictatorship justified by climate alarmism. He suggests that 'governments can delegate certain aspects of the calibration of specific ...[+443 chars] 2025-03-11T14:30:00 Transaction in Own Shares Mar. 11, 2025 14:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6056553 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Endeavour Mining plc has bought 100 ordinary shares of USD 0.01 each from Stifel Nicolaus Europe Limited on 10 March 2025. The share purchases form part of the Company's buy-back programme announced on 20 March 2024. The total voting rights in the Company will be 242,857,597. "ENDEAVOUR ANNOUNCES TRANSACTION IN OWN SHARES London, 11 March 2025 – Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV) ('the Company') announces it has purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of ...[+4939 chars]" 2025-03-11T14:30:00 GRUPO BIMBO NAMED ONE OF THE WORLD'S MOST ETHICAL COMPANIES FOR THE NINTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR Dayang Norazhar https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/03/11/grupo-bimbo-named-one-of-the-worlds-most-ethical-companies-for-the-ninth-consecutive-year https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2639113/DJI_0238.jpg MY en Grupo Bimbo has been recognized as one of the 'Most Ethical Companies in the World' for the ninth year in a row. 136 companies from 144 different industries in 19 countries were recognized. The assessment evaluates company culture, environmental and social practices, ethics and compliance programs, governance, diversity and initiatives that strengthen the value chain. "Grupo Bimbo is the only Mexican company listed for the ninth consecutive year, highlighting its business integrity, ethics, compliance and governance practices. Grupo Bimbo and 136 companies from 144 ...[+2494 chars]" 2025-03-11T14:15:00 Ethisphere Names Southwire One of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® for the Second Consecutive Year PR Newswire https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/ethisphere-names-southwire-one-2025-141500987.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/06f046bd4193187555267242c4195c42 US en Southwire has been named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It is the second year in a row that Southwire has received this recognition. Southwire is one of only four honorees in the electronics and components industry this year. "Annual recognition honors organizations committed to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance and governance programs CARROLLTON, Ga., March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwire, North Ameri...[+3850 chars]" 2025-03-11T14:13:35 AMG Green Power's Strategic Stake Acquisition in Greenko Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3303992-amg-green-powers-strategic-stake-acquisition-in-greenko https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_18_18_25_2697677.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en AMG Green Power BV will buy shares in Greenko Energy Holdings from Orix Corporation. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has given the green light to the deal. Orix is engaged in multiple sectors, including financial services and power generation in India. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has given the green light to AMG Green Power BV's plan to acquire shares in Greenko Energy Holdings from Orix Corporation. This move marks a significant step ...[+579 chars] 2025-03-11T14:04:00 Principal® named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/principal-named-one-2025-world-140400247.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/380f88e0947bcb93d5b880a8b80d02d3 US en Principal Financial Group has been recognized as one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This is the 14th time Principal has received this prestigious honor. Principal is a global financial company with nearly 20,000 employees and serves 70 million customers. "Recognizing Principal as a leader in integrity, compliance, and ethical leadership DES MOINES, Iowa, March 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Principal Financial Group® has been recognized as one of the 2025 ...[+4772 chars]" 2025-03-11T14:02:47 Oshkosh Corporation Recognized as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for Tenth Consecutive Year Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/oshkosh-corporation-recognized-as-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for-tenth-consecutive/article_36ebefeb-b324-57e6-92fe-fd04c06bc68e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/51/95131b4b-3645-533c-9f85-c8a9f5f13dba/67d04703da245.image.jpg?crop=1250%2C656%2C0%2C140&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Oshkosh Corporation has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies. This marks the company's 10th consecutive recognition. Oshkosh is among 136 honorees spanning 19 countries and 44 industries. "OSHKOSH, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a leading innovator of purpose-built vehicles and equipment, announced today it has been recognized by Ethisphere, a glo...[+261 chars]" 2025-03-11T14:02:45 Pacific Life Named One of World's Most Ethical Companies for Eighth Consecutive Year Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/pacific-life-named-one-of-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for-eighth-consecutive-year/article_fac82d9d-2330-5740-a89f-c34ecbcb22ac.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Pacific Life has been named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute. Pacific Life was evaluated on its culture of ethics, environmental, social, and governance initiatives, ethics and compliance program, and initiatives that support a strong value chain. "NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Pacific Life has been named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancin...[+238 chars]" 2025-03-11T13:42:51 Viral Video Debunks Claims Elon Musk Made That Starlink Won't Operate Because of His Colour Tebogo Mokwena https://briefly.co.za/politics/211605-sa-slams-claims-elon-musk-starlink-wont-operate-colour https://cdn.briefly.co.za/images/1200x675/7d3f2f563a1c635a.jpeg?v=1 ZA en Elon Musk has come under fire once more from South Africans after he claimed the government is racially sidelining him. He has been vocal against the government, accusing it of having race-based laws. He warned prospective visitors to SA not to visit the country without a gun. "Elon Musk has come under fire once more from South Africans after he claimed the government is racially sidelining him In his latest tweet about SA, the multi-billionaire accused the government of sid...[+2612 chars]" 2025-03-11T13:25:13 Tech giants are complicit in an anti-climate agenda. Employees should be speaking up Deborah McNamara https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/tech-giants-are-complicit-in-an-anti-climate-agenda-employees-should-be-472bff693eab284910c1e6804f9d74f2a0e3c0d2 https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/03/p-1-91293472-tech-employees-resistance.jpg FR en Big Tech is backpedaling on climate commitments. Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft have lined up to buy access to the new administration. This is a sharp pivot from Trump 1.0 when these companies overwhelmingly spoke up against the decision to leave the Paris. Shifting political headwinds and escalating energy demands are shining a spotlight on Big Tech's backpedaling on climate commitments. Companies like Meta and Microsoft, who were once vocal about their...[+499 chars] 2025-03-11T13:14:37 HCLTech Among Ethisphere's 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/hcltech-among-ethispheres-2025-worlds-most-ethical-companies https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250311047182r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en HCLTech has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies recognition by Ethisphere. This is the second year in a row that HCLTech received the recognition. HCLtech has institutionalized high standards of governance and transparency across its business. "Article content NEW YORK & NOIDA, India — HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and...[+418 chars]" 2025-03-11T13:11:00 Jindal Stainless investing Rs 700 cr on decarbonisation projects PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/steel/jindal-stainless-investing-rs-700-cr-on-decarbonisation-projects/articleshow/118884755.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118884769,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-10086,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Jindal Stainless Ltd is investing Rs 700 crore in decarbonisation projects over the next five years to achieve its net-zero emissions goals by 2050. The company has also launched a task force on nature-related financial disclosure. The report provides comprehensive Biodiversity Management Plans and nature risk assessments at key company facilities in Jajpur, Hisar and Vizag. "New Delhi: Jindal Stainless Ltd (JSL) on Tuesday said the company is in the process of investing Rs 700 crore in decarbonisation projects to achieve its net-zero goals by 2050. The investments will co...[+1182 chars]" 2025-03-11T13:04:00 Republic Services Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for Seventh Time PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/republic-services-named-one-worlds-130400402.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/21135381b1369e3e694e0c50770c7756 US en For the seventh year in a row, Republic Services has received the World's Most Ethical Companies recognition by Ethisphere. Republic Services is one of 136 companies from 19 countries and 44 industries to be recognized in 2025. The company's 42,000 employees are committed to act ethically and responsibly every day. "Company recognized for robust ethics, compliance and governance programs PHOENIX, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For the seventh year, Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) has received the World's Most...[+2471 chars]" 2025-03-11T13:00:31 Lincoln Financial Recognized as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies® for Fourth Year in a Row Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/lincoln-financial-recognized-as-one-of-the-worlds-most-ethical-companies-for-fourth-year-in/article_b81cf3af-371c-5e5b-8122-bea94e929e64.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Lincoln Financial has been named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) is a leading financial services company based in North Carolina. "RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) has been named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies ® by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the ...[+40 chars]" 2025-03-11T13:00:00 Belden Reaches New Heights in Sustainability Rankings, Recognized for Outstanding Performance Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/belden-reaches-heights-sustainability-rankings-130000544.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/5AHXKPedaI8bWVyGtsEeUw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zNTI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/36f7afdfc2a983deaecdfe0df08ccd59 US en Belden's sustainability initiatives have been recognized by Newsweek, MSCI and Sustainalytics. Newsweek included Belden on its ranking of America's Most Responsible Companies for the second year in a row, advancing the company by 57 spots from No. 288 in 2024 to No. 231 in 2025. For the 2nd year in row MSCi marked Beldens with an AA rating as of November 2024, and it is in the industry's low-risk group with a sustainability Risk Rating of 20.4. "Newsweek, MSCI and Sustainalytics all recently acknowledged Belden's commitment to doing business in a responsible and ethical manner. ST. LOUIS, March 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Belden Inc. (NYSE: BD...[+4643 chars]" 2025-03-11T12:50:24 Venture Global price target lowered to $17 from $20 at RBC Capital Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/venture-global-price-target-lowered-to-17-from-20-at-rbc-capital-1034463896 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en RBC Capital analyst Elvira Scotto lowered the firm's price target on Venture Global to $17 from $20. The firm cites the company's below-consensus Q4 results, but the stock's decline provides a good entry point. Venture Global is now trading at 8.7-times enterprise value to expected 2026 EBITDA multiple. RBC Capital analyst Elvira Scotto lowered the firm's price target on Venture Global (VG) to $17 from $20 but keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The firm cites the company's below-consensus Q4 r...[+513 chars] 2025-03-11T12:47:43 GRI Bio regains compliance with Nasdaq minimum bid price rule Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/gri-bio-regains-compliance-with-nasdaq-minimum-bid-price-rule-1034463902 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en GRI Bio (GRI) received notice on March 10, 2025 from The Nasdaq Stock Market stating that the Company regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), also known as the'minimum bid price rule'. GRI Bio is a biotechnology company. GRI Bio (GRI) received notice on March 10, 2025 from The Nasdaq Stock Market stating that the Company regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), also known as the 'minimum bid price rule...[+281 chars] 2025-03-11T12:33:40 BUYOUT INVESTIGATION NOTICE: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Investigation into Bridge Investment ... Kaskela Law https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/buyout-investigation-notice-kaskela-law-llc-announces-investigation-into-bridge-investment/article_e15abbb4-465b-5eeb-b5e3-10ad2d4174c1.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating the recently announced proposed buyout of Bridge Investment Group Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BRDG) ('Bridge') shareholders. Kaskela's website is: http://kaskelalaw.com/case/bridge-investment-group/ PHILADELPHIA, March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating the recently announced proposed buyout of Bridge Investment Group Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BRDG) ('Bridg...[+109 chars] 2025-03-11T12:29:15 Here's Why We Think DMG MORI (ETR:GIL) Is Well Worth Watching Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-think-dmg-mori-122915093.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4020998fe5d069537fb917fd739e4047 US en DMG MORI (ETR:GIL) has grown its earnings per share by 42% per year over the last three years. Its EBIT margins have improved by 3.2% in the last year, but revenue was down 6.5%. CEO compensation is below the median for companies with market capitalisations between €1.8b and €5.9b. For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to investors, even if it currently lacks a track record of revenue and profit. Unfortuna...[+4210 chars] 2025-03-11T12:23:00 JLL named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® for the 18th straight year PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/jll-named-one-worlds-most-122300312.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/20d00419cef08d319aa9adf3812f1784 US en JLL has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies. JLL is one of three honorees in the real estate industry and one of only five that have been named to the list 18 times or more. "Firm recognized for exceptional leadership and commitment to business integrity CHICAGO, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL (NYSE: JLL) has been recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining a...[+4129 chars]" 2025-03-11T12:08:00 Ethisphere recognizes Infosys among 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® for the Fifth Consecutive Year PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ethisphere-recognizes-infosys-among-2025-120800024.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/cc3918b53e07da38b4289189f178bf5c US en Infosys has been recognized as one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the fifth consecutive year. Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. It is one of only three Indian companies to receive this recognition. "Recognized for demonstrating strong culture of ethics, integrity, ethical governance, and responsible business practices BENGALURU, India, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY...[+5875 chars]" 2025-03-11T12:00:00 Proxy advisory firms are faking their DEI rollback Mary Mobley https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/fairness-justice/3343008/proxy-advisory-firms-faking-dei-rollback https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Diversity-equity-inclusion-DEI-jh3.webp US en Institutional Shareholder Services and Glass Lewis, two major proxy advisory firms, seem to be stepping back from their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. They are trying to distract Trump and conservatives from their agenda to push their own agenda. They have cornered 97% of the market on proxy voting. They can sway shareholder votes by up to 30%. "President Donald Trump promised to win so much that conservatives would be tired of winning. But some conservatives seem eager to cry victory too soon. Last month, for example, conservatives vaunted t...[+5111 chars]" 2025-03-11T12:00:00 Thrivent Continues Legacy as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies® for the 14th Consecutive Year Thrivent https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/awards/thrivent-continues-legacy-as-one-of-the-worlds-most-ethical-companies-for-the-14th-consecutive/article_5caf05d7-63f4-53eb-be3b-2cb1d09a0417.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/7f/37f52952-c542-5185-8510-2859603b07fc/67d029babcf4c.image.jpg?crop=1556%2C817%2C0%2C257&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Thrivent has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere since 2012. Thrivent is a Fortune 500 financial services company that puts generosity at the heart of saving and investing. This year, only six companies in the financial services industry were recognized. "Recognition honors Thrivent's commitment to strong business ethics, compliance, and governance. MINNEAPOLIS, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent has once again received the World's Most Ethical Co...[+342 chars]" 2025-03-11T11:59:49 Fifth Third recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere for the Sixth Year Business Wire https://www.itemonline.com/fifth-third-recognized-as-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-by-ethisphere-for/article_b9e82fbe-32f7-58bd-976b-99490d3cf3b1.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/itemonline.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/e5/9e55f5fe-1b78-55e8-946b-faf9b01368ac/67d0272f627fe.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C190 US en Fifth Third has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the sixth time. EthisPhere is a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Fifth Third is a subsidiary of Fifth Third Bank. "CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Fifth Third (NASDAQ: FITB) is proud to announce it has been named for the sixth time as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere, a global l...[+76 chars]" 2025-03-11T11:59:00 Fifth Third recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the sixth year Business Wire https://www.portsmouth-dailytimes.com/news/fifth-third-recognized-as-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-by-ethisphere-for/article_0ceec0c1-4207-5865-990c-86702f356300.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/portsmouth-dailytimes.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/80/3802b34e-185d-5e22-939b-098c607849d9/67d03ea2b2b71.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C190 US en Fifth Third has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It is one of only two banks in the U.S. and four banks worldwide to earn a coveted spot on this year's list. In 2025, 136 companies globally were honored. CINCINNATI — Fifth Third is proud to announce it has been named for the sixth time as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards o...[+195 chars] 2025-03-11T11:54:49 Ecolab Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for 19th Consecutive Year Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/ecolab-named-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for-19th-consecutive-year/article_75244ed2-abd5-52e4-abfa-ca0f05f17be3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Ecolab has been named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for 19 consecutive years since its inaugural award in 2007. Ecolab is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. "ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Ecolab Inc., a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resourc...[+6764 chars]" 2025-03-11T11:15:00 Not a closed circle anymore: The great transformation of the Diamond Exchange DAVID ROSENTHAL https://www.jpost.com/consumerism/article-844387 https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_407,w_690/652208 IL en The Diamond Exchange held a special general meeting, during which a series of significant relaxations were approved in order to encourage the entry of new members into the industry. The initiative includes a reduction in membership fees, a cut in office-holder fees, and a dramatic 50% reduction in the guarantees required from new members. The Diamond Exchange held a special general meeting, during which a series of significant relaxations were approved in order to encourage the entry of new members into the industry. The initiative, le...[+1229 chars] 2025-03-11T11:14:35 Graffiti Plus, a communication and brand marketing agency, is preparing for its listing on the Bucharest Stock Exchange Simona Hrincescu https://business-review.eu/money/stock-exchange/graffiti-plus-a-communication-and-brand-marketing-agency-is-preparing-for-its-listing-on-the-bucharest-stock-exchange-280348 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Bogdan-Tomoiaga-presedinte-al-Consiliului-de-Administratie-GRF.jpg EU en Graffiti Plus is one of Romania's leading communication consultancy agencies for brands and businesses with societal relevance. It is planning to launch on the Bucharest Stock Exchange in 2025. Its clients include BCRrefour, Coca-Cola HBC, Orange, Procter & Gamble, Samsung, Warner FMCG, OMV, Petrom, and Goldring. Graffiti Plus (GRF+), one of Romania's leading communication consultancy agencies for brands and businesses with societal relevance, announces its intention to debut on the Bucharest Stock Exchange in...[+4734 chars] 2025-03-11T11:00:42 Ecolab Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for 19th Consecutive Year Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/ecolab-named-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for-19th-consecutive-year/article_c3047a59-e39d-56d1-972e-158db8594c28.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Ecolab has been named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for 19 consecutive years since the first award in 2007. Ecolab offers water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. "ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Ecolab Inc., a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resourc...[+305 chars]" 2025-03-11T11:00:00 Cemex Recognized as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies® Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cemex-recognized-one-worlds-most-110000192.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/hKl4On48Gqhb21PLDOBQuw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00MDE-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/2ca073d03fb4979a8d266c05af853f31 US en Cemex received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies recognition from Ethisphere. The list recognizes 136 companies across 19 countries and 44 industries this year. Cemex is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards outlined in its 'Code of Ethics and Business Conduct' and operating its business in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies. MONTERREY, Mexico, March 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cemex received today the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® recognition from Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards o...[+8584 chars] 2025-03-11T11:00:00 6 in 10 Canadian companies lag on sustainability reporting, risking value creation and growth opportunities: PwC 2025 Sustainability Reporting Insights Français Français https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/6-in-10-canadian-companies-lag-on-sustainability-reporting-risking-value-creation-and-growth-opportunities-pwc-2025-sustainability-reporting-insights-803979415.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2638609/PwC_Management_Services_LP_6_in_10_Canadian_companies_lag_on_sus.jpg?p=twitter CA en 6 in 10 Canadian companies do not detail how sustainability issues affect their business strategy and financial planning. 70% do not disclose the potential financial impacts of their climate-related opportunities. 34% have not performed a materiality assessment. 21% fail to describe their governance structure for managing sustainability issues. "6 in 10 (58%) Canadian companies do not detail how sustainability issues affect their business strategy and financial planning 70% do not disclose the potential financial impacts of their climate-rela...[+4416 chars]" 2025-03-11T10:45:31 Venture Global price target lowered to $18 from $25 at Mizuho Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/venture-global-price-target-lowered-to-18-from-25-at-mizuho-1034463037 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Mizuho lowered the firm's price target on Venture Global to $18 from $25 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The company's $2B fiscal 2025 EBITDA guidance miss was the main takeaway from the Q4 update last Thursday. The firm believes the selloff is 'overly punitive' because Venture is being punished for a downside development in its merchant marketing of commissioning cargos. Mizuho lowered the firm's price target on Venture Global (VG) to $18 from $25 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The company's $2B fiscal 2025 EBITDA guidance miss appeared to be the Street...[+611 chars] 2025-03-11T10:40:34 Societe Generale CEO seeks to cut costs, says ‘nothing is sacred,' FT reports Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/societe-generale-ceo-seeks-to-cut-costs-says-nothing-is-sacred-ft-reports-1034462985 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Slawomir Krupa, CEO of Societe Generale, wants to cut the French lender's high-cost base. He wants to scale back on its external consultants and IT spending, as well as make sure the company is better at managing the cost base. Societe Generale (SCGLY) CEO Slawomir Krupa said 'nothing is sacred' as he pledges to cut the French lender's high-cost base, including cutting IT spending and scaling back on its external consultants...[+477 chars] 2025-03-11T10:36:02 Equitable Holdings price target raised to $68 from $66 at Morgan Stanley Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/equitable-holdings-price-target-raised-to-68-from-66-at-morgan-stanley-1034462990 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Morgan Stanley raised the price target on Equitable Holdings to $68 from $66 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm sees a path for Equitable to become less reliant on annuities and more driven by investment management and wealth management. Morgan Stanley raised the firm's price target on Equitable Holdings (EQH) to $68 from $66 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. As Equitable pivots to a more balanced mix between annuities and...[+564 chars] 2025-03-11T10:32:37 ETHISPHERE Names Western Digital as One of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® for the Seventh Time Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/ethisphere-names-western-digital-as-one-of-the-2025-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for/article_86c595f7-34bf-5172-90f5-45d956d87a5e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/25/b257e907-9c46-5edc-bd66-2bb048851778/67d015c22b029.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C190 US en Western Digital has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies recognition by Ethisphere. Western Digital (Nasdaq: WDC) is a leading provider of digital storage technology. EthisPhere is a leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. "SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Western Digital (Nasdaq: WDC) has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies ® recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advanc...[+48 chars]" 2025-03-11T10:30:00 ETHISPHERE Names Western Digital as One of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® for the Seventh Time Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ethisphere-names-western-digital-one-103000136.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/bf1025e94d1bbbda2e5e30a3fe5aff3c US en Western Digital has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies recognition from Ethisphere. Western Digital has been recognized seven times and is one of only 5 honorees in the Technology industry. In 2025, 136 Honorees were recognized spanning 19 countries and 44 industries. "Annual recognition honors organizations committed to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs SAN JOSE, Calif., March 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Digital (N...[+4473 chars]" 2025-03-11T10:20:00 ETHISPHERE NAMES FRONTERA ENERGY CORPORATION AS ONE OF THE 2025 WORLD'S MOST ETHICAL COMPANIES® FOR THE FIFTH TIME CNW Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ethisphere-names-frontera-energy-corporation-102000225.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnwgroup.com/6e80e0cca561b1ef76edbeae6a614fcd US en Frontera Energy Corporation (TSX: FEC) has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies recognition by Ethisphere. It is the fifth time since 2021 that Frontera has been recognized. In 2025, 136 honorees were recognized spanning 19 countries and 44 industries. "Annual recognition honors organizations committed to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs CALGARY, AB, March 11, 2025 /CNW/ - Frontera Energy Corporation (TSX:...[+5022 chars]" 2025-03-11T10:16:46 Parsons Honored as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 16th Consecutive Year Parsons Services Company https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/parsons-honored-as-one-of-the-world-s-most-ethical-companies-for-the-16th-consecutive/article_4a9e7175-6b14-568f-ad5f-1e8ca6931318.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Parsons Corporation has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies. This marks the sixteenth consecutive year that Parsons has been honored with this recognition. In 2025, 136 honorees were recognized spanning 19 countries and 44 industries. Parsons is one of only three honoree in the Engineering Services category. CHANTILLY, Va., March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that it has been recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of...[+333 chars] 2025-03-11T10:14:17 Assetmark Inc. Acquires 1,905 Shares of Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/11/assetmark-inc-acquires-1905-shares-of-graco-inc-nyseggg.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/graco-inc-logo-1200x675.png?v=20240503121102&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Assetmark Inc. grew its holdings in Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) by 11.4% during the 4th quarter. The firm owned 18,605 shares of the industrial products company's stock after acquiring an additional 1,905 shares during the period. Several other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in GGG. Graco has a market capitalization of $14.72 billion, a PEG ratio of 2.85 and a beta of 0.83. Assetmark Inc. grew its holdings in Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG ) by 11.4% during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 18,...[+3850 chars] 2025-03-11T10:14:00 Thailand offers tax incentives to bolster slumping stocks Bloomberg https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2977741/thailand-offers-tax-incentives-to-bolster-slumping-stocks https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250311/c1_2977741_700.jpg TH en Thailand will provide tax incentives for investments in the nation's equity market that has underperformed peers this year. Individuals will get a tax allowance of as much as 300,000 baht for their new investment in equity funds called ESG X. The so-called sustainable funds are expected to be launched by June and will invest in shares of local companies with good ratings in the segment. "Thailand will provide tax incentives for investments in the nation's equity market that has underperformed peers this year amid foreign outflows. Individuals will get a tax allowance of as much as 300...[+1806 chars]" 2025-03-11T10:06:51 Apex Signages Unveils Cutting-Edge Transparent LED Panels https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/apex-signages-unveils-cutting-edge-transparent-led-panels-80af81a204d535c30236f20fc59453c6 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Apex Signages, a provider of signage solutions in Singapore, has announced the launch of its latest innovation: transparent light-emitting diode (LED) panels. The state-of-the-art display solutions combine striking visuals with seamless transparency. They are ideal for applications in retail, hospitality, and corporate settings. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 11 March 2025 - Apex Signages, a provider of signage solutions in Singapore, has announced the launch of its latest innovation: transparent light-emitting diode (...[+1988 chars] 2025-03-11T09:50:09 Shareholder capitalism is back Jewish World Review https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/Shareholder_capitalism_is_back https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/[] US en The virtue economy, the only bubble I have ever called, has now completely burst. Many companies are cutting DEI programs, flows into ESG funds in the US have fallen, and companies are being more quiet about politics. It's the disappearance of companies' responsibility to lead their companies for the benefit of all stakeholders. The virtue economy, the only bubble I have ever called, has now completely burst. Many companies are cutting their DEI programs, flows into ESG funds in the US have fallen, and companies are being mor...[+169 chars] 2025-03-11T09:40:33 Sustainable business needs favourable investment climate: Debapriya Star Business Report https://www.thedailystar.net/business/news/sustainable-business-needs-favourable-investment-climate-debapriya-3844996 https://tds-images.thedailystar.net/sites/default/files/styles/social_share/public/images/2024/05/17/debapriya_.jpg BD en Debapriya Bhattacharya is a distinguished fellow of the Centre for Policy Dialogue. He made the remarks during a consultation on the national SDG report organised by the Citizen's Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre in Agargaon. Adopting a sustainable business model without creating a favourable business environment for the private sector would be contradictory, said Debapriya Bhattacharya, a distinguished fellow of the Centr...[+575 chars] 2025-03-11T09:39:50 Green production, a game changer for the food industry Vietnam https://en.vietnamplus.vn/green-production-a-game-changer-for-the-food-industry-post311364.vnp https://mediaen.vietnamplus.vn/images/f579a678cf9e90879541752073c260054d1548c434b84461e1a427eaca228b51f42f0ff84a57ee884b2c948ff527859e6d1811f5e396ffb309611b8337595828/410140-itpc.jpg.webp VN en Adopting green production and consumption reduces negative environmental impacts and secures long-term economic benefits. The seminar was held in Ho Chi Minh City on March 11. It was organised by the Investment and Trade Promotion Centre of HCM City (ITPC) and Eurofins Sac Ky Hai Dang Co. Ltd. Vietnam's industrial production grew by 8.4% in 2024 and the food processing industry grew by 7.4%. "HCM City (VNS/VNA) - Adopting green production and consumption not only reduces negative environmental impacts but also secures long-term economic benefits, enhances the quality of people's life and f...[+4324 chars]" 2025-03-11T09:35:12 MSG Entertainment upgraded to Outperform from Peer Perform at Wolfe Research Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/msg-entertainment-upgraded-to-outperform-from-peer-perform-at-wolfe-research-1034462744 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Wolfe Research analyst Peter Supino upgraded MSG Entertainment to Outperform from Peer Perform with a $46 price target. TheFly is the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. Try Now. .   "Wolfe Research analyst Peter Supino upgraded MSG Entertainment (MSGE) to Outperform from Peer Perform with a $46 price target Optimize Your Investment Research with Spark Effectively assess a stock's ...[+316 chars]" 2025-03-11T09:29:54 IWD: SDGforHER Impacts  2,650 Women, Girls in Lagos Nigeria https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/11/iwd-sdgforher-impacts-2650-women-girls-in-lagos https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/SDGforHER-Initiative.jpg NG en SDGforHER Initiative has impacted the lives of over 2,500 girls and women in Lagos since it was founded two years ago. The founder, Mrs. Hannah Ayilaran-Omon, feels the organisation is still just scratching the surface despite the number of lives impacted. "Sunday Okobi The Founder of Sustainable Development Goals, SDGforHER Initiative, Mrs. Hannah Ayilaran-Omon, yesterday disclosed that the organisation has impacted the lives of over 2,500 girls and wom...[+2967 chars]" 2025-03-11T09:20:21 Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S: Notice convening the Annual General Meeting https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/11/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/scandinavian-tobacco-group-as-notice-convening-the-annual-general-meeting/2070831 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/11/562853.png PH en Annual general meeting of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S will be held on 9 April 2025 at 4.30 pm (CEST) at IDA Conference, Kalvebod Brygge 31-33, DK-1780 Copenhagen V. Shareholders can follow the general meeting via live webcast transmission on the Investor Portal. The agenda of the meeting is as follows: Report of the Board of Directors on the Company's activities during the past financial year, adoption of the audited annual report and remuneration report. "Company Announcement 3/2025 Copenhagen, 11 March 2025 NOTICE CONVENING THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF SCANDINAVIAN TOBACCO GROUP A/S In accordance with Article 7 of the Articles of Association, notice ...[+15137 chars]" 2025-03-11T09:15:00 Orion Group Financial Statement documents 2024 and Remuneration Report published Orion Oyj https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/orion-group-financial-statement-documents-091500835.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/62rSUclZIYegJzPj39X5_g--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/87a0d32e90a2fd9c4cc497fe37326ce5 US en Orion Group's Financial Statement documents for 2024 have been published. The documents are available in Finnish and English on the Company's website at https://www.orionpharma.com/annual-reports. The Remuneration Report 2024 adopted by the Board of Directors has been published as a separate report in Finnish. Orion's net sales in 2024 amounted to EUR 1,542 million and the company had about 3,700 employees at the end of the year. "ORION CORPORATION STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE – ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT11 MARCH 2025 at 11.15 EET Orion Group Financial Statement documents 2024 and Remuneration Report published Orion Group's Financial St...[+3072 chars]" 2025-03-11T08:44:55 Hess Co. (NYSE:HES) Shares Acquired by Steward Partners Investment Advisory LLC Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/11/hess-co-nysehes-shares-acquired-by-steward-partners-investment-advisory-llc.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/hess-corp-logo-1200x675.jpg&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Steward Partners Investment Advisory LLC increased its position in Hess Co. (NYSE:HES) by 76.2% in the 4th quarter. The firm owned 8,188 shares of the oil and gas producer's stock after buying an additional 3,541 shares during the quarter. Several other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of the company. Sierra Ocean LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Hess during the fourth quarter valued at $27,000. Groupama Asset Managment increased its holdings in Hess by 22.7% during the third quarter. Covestor Ltd increased its stake by 59.8% in Hess. Steward Partners Investment Advisory LLC increased its position in Hess Co. (NYSE:HES ) by 76.2% in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & E...[+4072 chars] 2025-03-11T08:35:39 Target of 43% emission reduction by 2030 from 2019 levels outdated because of inaction; actual reduction needed is now higher: IPCC chief. New Delhi https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/Newsalert/3303372-target-of-43-emission-reduction-by-2030-from-2019-levels-outdated-because-of-inaction-actual-reduction-needed-is-now-higher-ipcc-chief https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/22_02_2019_15_46_06_2224848.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The target of 43% emission reduction by 2030 from 2019 levels is outdated because of inaction. The actual reduction needed is now higher, according to IPCC chief. The target was set to be 43% by 2030, but the actual reduction is higher now. "Target of 43% emission reduction by 2030 from 2019 levels outdated because of inaction; actual reduction needed is now higher: IPCC chief. (This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is ...[+39 chars]" 2025-03-11T08:33:01 Gender Equality: Lets Move Beyond Annual Declarations Ayilaran-Omon New Telegraph https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4178368/gender-equality-lets-move-beyond-annual-declarations-ayilaranomon.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Ayilaran-Omon is calling on all stakeholders to go beyond annual pronouncements of commitments to women emancipation and come up with actionable points that can transcend to positive impacts on those who are most vulnerable in the society. SGFforHer is a non-governmental organisation with bias for women and children. Share ..call for structured collaboration of stakeholders A non-governmental organisation with bias for women and children, SGFforHer has called on all stakeholders to go beyond annual pronouncements ...[+284 chars] 2025-03-11T08:31:03 Hong Kong's Unity Group eyes 25mil tonnes of CO2 cut in Malaysia Faiqah Kamaruddin https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/03/1186808/hong-kongs-unity-group-eyes-25mil-tonnes-co2-cut-malaysia https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/Picture_1_%281%29.jpeg_1741681854.jpg MY en Unity Group Holdings International Ltd is leading a carbon reduction initiative in Malaysia. It is aiming to cut 25 million tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions through its sustainability projects. It also announced plans for a secondary listing on Bursa Malaysia to enhance liquidity, valuation and investor reach. KUALA LUMPUR: Hong Kong-listed Unity Group Holdings International Ltd is leading a carbon reduction initiative in Malaysia, aiming to cut 25 million tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions through it...[+1258 chars] 2025-03-11T08:30:52 Sustainable finance: greenwashing and regulatory evolution Ada Schmitt https://delano.lu/article/sustainable-finance-greenwashing-and-regulatory-evolution https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/sustainable-finance-greenwashing-and-regulatory-evolution/0.5/0.5/600/400/709641.png LU en Greenwashing is misleading claims made about the environmental benefits of products or practices presenting an inaccurate image of environmental responsibility. According to RepRisk, the 2024 greenwashing landscape was mixed, with a decrease in reported greenwashing cases but a rise in the severity of repeat offenders. The European Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation requires the use of pre-contractual disclosure and reporting templates by in-scope financial products that make certain sustainability-related statements to investors. Work on designing SFDR 2.0 is well underway. Greenwashing refers to misleading claims made about the environmental benefits of products or practices, presenting an inaccurate image of environmental responsibility. Greenwashing has not only under...[+5614 chars] 2025-03-11T08:30:49 Jindal Stainless Ltd's Bold Rs 700 Crore Investment in Decarbonisation for a Greener Future Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3303367-jindal-stainless-ltds-bold-rs-700-crore-investment-in-decarbonisation-for-a-greener-future https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/04_06_2024_13_58_52_282791.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Jindal Stainless Ltd announced an investment of Rs 700 crore in decarbonisation initiatives as part of its plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The company also introduced a task force focused on nature-related financial disclosure (TNFD) to mitigate risks and drive business resilience and environmental stewardship. In a groundbreaking move towards sustainability, Jindal Stainless Ltd (JSL) on Tuesday announced an investment of Rs 700 crore in decarbonisation initiatives as part of its ambitious plan to achieve n...[+544 chars] 2025-03-11T08:23:26 Fintech Progcap offers collateral-free loans of Rs 10 lakh to women-led MSMEs PTI https://www.deccanherald.com/business/companies/fintech-progcap-offers-collateral-free-loans-of-rs-10-lakh-to-women-led-msmes-3441452 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-03-11%2Fgc1iepxe%2Fpallavi.png?rect=0%2C39%2C1280%2C672&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en Progcap offers customised credit to women-led enterprises. The initiative is aligned with the government's 'Viksit Bharat' vision for 2047 and the goal of increasing women's workforce participation to 70 per cent. There is no need for a male co-applicant while assessing the creditworthiness. Aligned with the government's 'Viksit Bharat' vision for 2047 and the goal of increasing women's workforce participation to 70 per cent, Progcap's initiative offers customised credit to women-led ente...[+93 chars] 2025-03-11T08:22:45 Sustainable selection in Emerging Market corporates Marc Leemans https://delano.lu/article/sustainable-selection-in-emerging-market-corporates https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/sustainable-selection-in-emerging-market-corporates/0.5/0.5/600/400/709724.png LU en The share of emerging markets in the global economy has grown steadily over the last decade. Emerging markets account for a larger share of global GDP than developed countries. The amount of debt issued by emerging companies even exceeds the amount issued by governments classified in the emerging category. At least 50% of the strategies must be considered sustainable according to a series of progressive criteria. The share of emerging markets in the global economy has grown steadily over the last decade. These markets now account for a larger share of global GDP than developed countries. The economic fabric of...[+2756 chars] 2025-03-11T08:03:45 ESG Regulations in 2025: Key Changes and What to Expect Marjorie André https://delano.lu/article/esg-regulations-in-2025-key-changes-and-what-to-expect https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/esg-regulations-in-2025-key-changes-and-what-to-expect/0.5/0.5/600/400/709657.png LU en There is a consultation on the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) from 14 September 2023 to 22 December 2023. EU Platform on Sustainable Finance published a proposal on SFDR in December 2024. Platform has identified three product categories based on investor interests in sustainable investments: Sustainable, transition and ESG collection. The Platform stressed the importance of grandfathering provisions and transition rules. As a reminder, a consultation on the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) was open from 14 September 2023 to 22 December 2023, outlining two potential approaches to the proposed changes. T...[+5092 chars] 2025-03-11T08:03:45 Sustainable finance in stagnation: a necessary overhaul Aurélie Dardenne https://delano.lu/article/sustainable-finance-in-stagnation-a-necessary-overhaul https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/sustainable-finance-in-stagnation-a-necessary-overhaul/0.5/0.5/600/400/709649.png LU en The last two years have seen a sharp increase in accusations of greenwashing at certain companies. Brucher, Thieltgen & Partners can provide legal support in applying the various ESG regulations and complying with their obligations. The number of European regulatory initiatives has multiplied in recent years, giving the impression of fragmentation. The last two years have seen a sharp increase in accusations of greenwashing levelled at certain players, forcing regulators to respond firmly in order to protect end investors and regain their trust....[+4844 chars] 2025-03-11T08:00:00 Budget: How AI could transform South Africa's economic future Pieter Bensch https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/economy/budget-how-ai-could-transform-south-africas-economic-future-9473d7fe-8a51-4980-b64d-b44ea2334845 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/AI-offers-unparalleled-opportunities-for-economic-expansion-job-creation-and-service-delivery-If-South-Africa-is-to-compete-in-the-global-economy-the-government-must-create-an-environment-where-AI-innovation-can-thrive?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/aeb8fe83357fa880b873ccb365be486a9ccc6c0b/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x0&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is due to present his revised Budget Speech in a few days. Sage hopes the new Budget Speech focuses on digital technologies and the opportunities that artificial intelligence (AI) presents for the South African economy. Sage's report shows that South African SMBs recognise the value of digital transformation but trail the global market in leveraging technology. President Cyril Ramaphosa said South Africa will be able to unlock enormous potential by building industries of the future. "By Pieter Bensch Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is due to present his revised Budget Speech in a few days. At Sage, we hope his new Budget Speech and government policy go beyond the usual and focus...[+6672 chars]" 2025-03-11T08:00:00 Clarios Honored as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the Third Consecutive Year Clarios https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/awards/clarios-honored-as-one-of-the-worlds-most-ethical-companies-for-the-third-consecutive-year/article_31b39d82-185f-5640-b46a-76924f4a47f8.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/1a/71a9a103-904a-5586-9807-edf722fc8a58/67cff1396279a.image.jpg?crop=1920%2C1008%2C0%2C35&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Clarios has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the third consecutive year. Only 7 companies from the automotive industry have received this award in the last 136 years. Clarios is a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions. GLENDALE, Wis., March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Clarios, a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions, has once again been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies....[+360 chars] 2025-03-11T07:40:00 Pavita Cooper Eastern Eye https://www.easterneye.biz/pavita-cooper-2025 https://www.easterneye.biz/media-library/image.png?id=56705823&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C42%2C0%2C43 PA en Pavita Cooper is the UK chair of the 30% Club, a business campaign aiming to boost the number of women in board seats and executive leadership of companies. She has worked as an executive culture leader at Shell, Barclays and Lloyds Banking Group for 30 years. She is a founding member of Empowering People of Colour (EPOC), a non-executive director at The Old Vic Theatre and a member of the Ministry of Defence review panel. A DRIVING force behind diversity in boardrooms, Pavita Cooper doesn't just advocate for change – she makes it happen. As UK chair of the 30% Club, she leads the country's longest-running gender divers...[+2794 chars] 2025-03-11T07:39:47 Syensqo - Participation notification by Standard Investments LLC. https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/11/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/syensqo-participation-notification-by-standard-investments-llc/2070793 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/11/562774.png PH en Standard Investments LLC sent transparency notifications to Syensqo. Standard Investments LLC has crossed the threshold of 3%. This press release may contain forward-looking information that is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including general economic factors, interest rate and foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations, changing market conditions, product competition, the nature of product development, impact of acquisitions and divestitures, restructurings, products withdrawals, regulatory approval processes and other unusual items. "Participation notification by Standard Investments LLC. Brussels, Belgium - March 11, 2025 - 8:30 CET According to Belgian transparency legislation (Law of May 2, 2007), Standard Investments LLC (co C...[+2027 chars]" 2025-03-11T07:36:07 €100 Billion for Industrial Decarbonisation – But Who Gets It? https://www.apnnews.com/e100-billion-for-industrial-decarbonisation-but-who-gets-it https://www.apnnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image0.png IN en Emir Adiguzel will deliver a critical address at EnviroTech Athens 2025 on 11 March. He will call for urgent action to ensure the fair distribution of the EU's €100 billion industrial decarbonisation fund. Global cement demand is projected to decline by 1 billion tonnes by 2050 and carbon costs are rising. London – The World Cement Association (WCA) announces today that WCA Founder & Director, Emir Adiguzel, will deliver a critical address at EnviroTech Athens 2025 on 11 March, calling for urgent action...[+1366 chars] 2025-03-11T07:02:55 Logitech Joins Prestigious CDP Climate A List Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/logitech-joins-prestigious-cdp-climate-a-list/article_821f05ce-54b1-56dc-9c7f-53c5869cf870.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en "Logitech has been recognized on the prestigious CDP Climate A List for the first time. Logitech was also recognized as a leader in Water Security with a score of A-.    in Business Wire's ""Climate A List"" list." "LAUSANNE, Switzerland & SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 11, 2025-- Logitech is proud to announce it has been recognized on the prestigious CDP Climate A List for the first time, marking a signi...[+206 chars]" 2025-03-11T06:39:00 Clean Creatives highlights fossil fuel risks in Omnicom-IPG merger https://www.campaignindia.in:443/article/clean-creatives-highlights-fossil-fuel-risks-in-omnicom-ipg-merger/501251 https://cdn.i.haymarketmedia.asia/?n=campaign-asia%2fcontent%2fIPG+OMNI+FOSS.png&h=630&w=1200&q=75&v=20170226&c=1 IN en Advertising Media In-Depth is urging shareholders to demand greater transparency on fossil fuel-related risks before approving the merger.   . i in the group's website is: http://www.advertisingmediaindepth.com/ "Advertising Media In-Depth The group is urging shareholders to demand greater transparency on fossil fuel-related risks, before approving the merger." 2025-03-11T06:06:55 Scoping meetings to be held for ExxonMobil's Longtail project Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/03/11/news/guyana/scoping-meetings-to-be-held-for-exxonmobils-longtail-project https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en ExxonMobil Guyana Limited has submitted an application to the Environmental Protection Agency for the Longtail Development Project for Development and Operation of Petroleum Production Facilities in the Stabroek Block. Scoping meetings have been scheduled for what is intended to be ExxonMobil's eighth petroleum project here. The first of 10 meetings is scheduled for March 17th from 1 pm to 3 pm at Flavio's Hall, Santa Rosa. On March 20th, one will be held at the Umana Yana, Kingston from 5 pm to 7 pm. "Scoping meetings have been scheduled for what is intended to be ExxonMobil's eighth petroleum project here. A notice in yesterday's Stabroek News said that ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) has submitt...[+1249 chars]" 2025-03-11T05:56:20 Hong Kong based Diginex Limited Rings Nasdaq Closing Bell Following Record-Breaking IPO Performance Media Outreach Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/11/tmt-newswire/media-outreach-newswire/hong-kong-based-diginex-limited-rings-nasdaq-closing-bell-following-record-breaking-ipo-performance/2070703 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/11/562654.jpg PH en Diginex Limited, an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) solutions, celebrated a significant milestone by ringing the Nasdaq Closing Bell on March 6, 2025. This follows its highly successful IPO on January 22, 2025, which cemented Diginex's position as one of the best-performing Nasdaq-listed IPOs in the past decade. Since the IPO, the Company's share price has increased by almost 17 times. The Company's clients include Coca-Cola, HSBC, and Unilever, as well as multinational corporations across nearly 30 countries. The company plans to pursue both organic growth and strategic mergers and acquisitions across Europe and "HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 March 2025 - Diginex Limited (""Diginex"" or the ""Company"") (Nasdaq: DGNX) , an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governan...[+7117 chars]" 2025-03-11T05:28:40 KIB sponsors the fourth edition of Kuwait Sustainability Event https://www.albawaba.com/business/pr/kib-sponsors-fourth-edition-kuwait-1601204 https://www.albawaba.com/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2025-03/KSE%202025%20Sponsorship.jpeg?itok=cFHOqGpM JO en "Kuwait International Bank (KIB) announced the conclusion of its silver sponsorship of the 4th edition of the Kuwait Sustainability Event (KSE). The event took place in mid-February in Murouj and was themed ""Sustainability in Action"". The sponsorship came as part of KIB's deep commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles." Kuwait International Bank (KIB) announced the conclusion of its silver sponsorship of the 4th edition of the Kuwait Sustainability Event (KSE), reaffirming its commitment to sustainability, financial ...[+2522 chars] 2025-03-11T05:18:20 Balancing growth and governance remain key for GLCs, GLICs AKMAR ANNUAR https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/03/11/balancing-growth-and-governance-remain-key-for-glcs-glics https://themalaysianreserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/UTU_MERDEKA237149.jpeg MY en Government-linked companies (GLCs) and government-linked investment companies (GLICs) are integral to Malaysia's economy. They are responsible for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals and Bumiputera empowerment. The government has reiterated the importance of the two objectives. "by AKMAR ANNUAR GOVERNMENT-LINKED companies (GLCs) and government-linked investment companies (GLICs) have long been integral to Malaysia's economy, tasked with not just achieving commercial success b...[+5965 chars]" 2025-03-11T05:12:51 PSX, others host gong ceremony https://www.nation.com.pk/11-Mar-2025/psx-others-host-gong-ceremony https://www.nation.com.pk/print_images/large/2025-03-11/psx-others-host-gong-ceremony-1741669963-8696.jpg PK en Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) hosted a gong ceremony to celebrate Ringing the Bell for Gender Equality on International Women's Day. The event brought together distinguished leaders, professionals, and industry experts to celebrate the achievements of women and discuss strategies for fostering inclusivity in the financial and business landscape. Dr. Zeelaf Munir, Chairperson of the Pakistan Business Council and MD/CEO of EBM was invited as the guest of honor at the event. KARACHI - Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), in collaboration with UN Women, Women on Board Initiative, International Finance Corporation (IFC), Central Depository Company (CDC), Pakistan Institute of Cor...[+3083 chars] 2025-03-11T04:30:21 SIFAX Group Urges Women To Dismantle Barriers In Corporate Spaces Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4177831/sifax-group-urges-women-to-dismantle-barriers-in-corporate-spaces.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en SIFAX Group urges women to explore practical strategies for empowering women and dismantling barriers in corporate spaces. The company reaffirmed its commitment to gender inclusion and leadership advancement during the International Womens Day (IWD) 2025 event held at the Lagos Marriott Hotel themed Beyond... SIFAX Group has stressed the need by senior executives, industry professionals and thought leaders to explore practical strategies for empowering women and dismantling systemic barriers in corporate s...[+302 chars] 2025-03-11T04:20:31 SEC, NGX Group, Others Rally to Accelerate Gender Equality in Nigeria Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4177624/sec-ngx-group-others-rally-to-accelerate-gender-equality-in-nigeria.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) and other stakeholders in the capital market have announced plans to accelerate gender equality in Nigeria. Click here to read the full news article.  Kayode Tokede. Kayode Tokede The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) and other stakeholders in the capital market have announced plans to accelerate gender equality in N...[+38 chars] 2025-03-11T04:00:00 Business community praises presidential working group for service delivery improvements in eThekwini Thami Magubane https://www.iol.co.za/mercury/news/business-community-praises-presidential-working-group-for-service-delivery-improvements-in-ethekwini-95ddfcbf-5344-419c-86d4-dc1ba5593b13 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/The-business-community-says-since-the-eThekwini-Presidential-Working-Group-was-established-in-April-last-year-there-have-been-improvements-in-the-city-Picture-eThekwini-Municipality?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/d55a155989ebbc1df4aacef19c6c1fa056a92400/2000&operation=CROP&offset=140x0&resize=1719x967 ZA en The business community supports the Presidential Working Group dedicated to addressing service delivery challenges in eThekwini Municipality. President Cyril Ramaphosa recently announced that the group had achieved success in Durban. He wants to replicate the working group in Johannesburg to help with the inner city rejuvenation. The business community, central to the operations of the Presidential Working Group dedicated to addressing service delivery challenges in eThekwini Municipality, believes the group is delivering on i...[+5194 chars] 2025-03-11T04:00:00 PNGX Market participants: roles & responsibilities Post-Courier https://www.postcourier.com.pg/pngx-market-participants-roles-responsibilities https://www.postcourier.com.pg/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PNGX-2023.webp PG en Papua New Guinea's stock exchange, PNGX, provides a platform for companies to raise capital and for investors to trade securities. PNGX works to develop and expand the market by promoting investment opportunities, encouraging new listings and engaging in investor education. Listed companies are critical to the functioning of the stock exchange as they provide the financial instruments that investors buy and sell. Brokers act as intermediaries between buyers and sellers of securities. Regulators provide oversight to ensure that PNGX operates in a manner that is transparent, fair, and in line with international best practices. Papua New Guinea's stock exchange, PNGX, plays a crucial role in the financial landscape of the Pacific region, providing a platform for companies to raise capital and for investors to trade securitie...[+4044 chars] 2025-03-11T02:46:00 Notification of major shareholding Mar. 11, 2025 02:46 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6056196 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en As of March 3, 2025, UBS Group AG controls 59,772.6 shares/voting rights and other financial instruments in Nilfisk Holding A/S, corresponding to 0.22% of the share capital and voting rights in the company. "Company announcement March 10, 2025 Announcement No. 5/2025 Notification of major shareholding With reference to Section 30 of the Danish Security Trading Act, Nilfisk Holding A/S has been informed by...[+931 chars]" 2025-03-11T02:23:36 Health Check: Poly oh no! Polynovo shares resume slide as CEO goes Tim Boreham https://www.news.com.au/finance/business/stockhead/news/health-check-poly-oh-no-polynovo-shares-resume-slide-as-ceo-goes/news-story/7598529ae82f385e53c734aa85df24f3 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/2cf2105218f4c4d1bb9ac7fc17c821df AU en Polynovo's CEO Swami Raote is leaving the company. Adherium's ex-CEO Dr Paul Mastoridis is taking the company to court. Botanix Pharmaceuticals is off to a good start with US sales of its drug to treat underarm sweating. EZZ signs US contract manufacturing partner. "Following last week’s revelations of corporate governance turmoil, Polynovo chief Swami Raote will depart the company ASX300 entrant Botanix’s perspiration in the US is paying off EZZ signs US con...[+5347 chars]" 2025-03-11T02:23:36 Polynovo shares resume their slide as CEO departs Tim Boreham https://www.themercury.com.au/business/stockhead/health-check-poly-oh-no-polynovo-shares-resume-slide-as-ceo-goes/news-story/7598529ae82f385e53c734aa85df24f3 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/2cf2105218f4c4d1bb9ac7fc17c821df AU en Polynovo's CEO Swami Raote is leaving the company. Botanix Pharmaceuticals is off to a good start with US sales of its drug to treat underarm sweating. Adherium's ex-CEO Dr Paul Mastoridis has filed a lawsuit against the company in New Jersey. "Don't miss out on the headlines from Stockhead. Followed categories will be added to My News. Following last week's revelations of corporate governance turmoil, Polynovo chief Swami Raote will depart ...[+5640 chars]" 2025-03-11T02:19:27 Qantas chair John Mullen admits corporate Australia ‘did itself no favours' in lecturing about DEI and the Voice referendum Laurence Karacsony https://www.skynews.com.au/business/media/qantas-chair-john-mullen-admits-corporate-australia-did-itself-no-favours-in-lecturing-people-about-dei-and-the-voice-referendum/news-story/645073a36e2c3e7e4ba7ee75ffa0c6f4 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/3be71a33fcf1716cbca6ec5fa6ae421d AU en Qantas chair John Mullen delivered a keynote speech at the Australian Institute of Company Directors on Tuesday. He said corporate Australia did itself no favours by lecturing people about social causes and campaigning actively for the Voice referendum. Mr Mullen was at Telstra when it supported the referendum. He also chairs Brambles. "Qantas chair John Mullen has admitted corporate Australia 'did itself no favours' and made a 'mistake' by lecturing to people about social causes and campaigning actively for the Voice referendum. On ...[+2627 chars]" 2025-03-11T01:57:49 IWD: PSX holds gong ceremony to mark commitment to gender equality Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40352263/iwd-psx-holds-gong-ceremony-to-mark-commitment-to-gender-equality https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/110656303253626.jpg?r=065635 PK en Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) hosted a Gong Ceremony to celebrate Ringing the Bell for Gender Equality on International Women's Day. The event brought together distinguished leaders, professionals, and industry experts to celebrate the achievements of women and discuss strategies for fostering inclusivity in the financial and business landscape. KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), in collaboration with UN Women, Women on Board Initiative, International Finance Corporation (IFC), Central Depository Company (CDC), Pakistan Institute of Corp...[+2720 chars] 2025-03-11T01:30:00 Sustainability programs for people and planet: Here's how Unilever homecare brands do it May Dedicatoria https://www.philstar.com/science-and-environment/2025/03/11/2427364/sustainability-programs-people-and-planet-heres-how-unilever-homecare-brands-do-it https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/03/10/breeze_2025-03-10_16-05-30.jpg PH en Unilever aims to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2039. Domex, Breeze and Surf are raising the bar by creating programs that resonate with both their brand purpose and consumer needs. Unilever's Philippines and Greater Asia Sustainability lead traces the company's sustainability journey through three eras: 2010, 2020 and 2025. MANILA, Philippines — Do multinational companies engage in sustainability programs solely due to business requirements? Do these activities have any real association with or effect on sustainable deve...[+6063 chars] 2025-03-11T00:00:00 As Mandatory Sustainability Reporting Dies, Advocates Push Voluntary Disclosure Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/03/11/as-mandatory-sustainability-reporting-dies-advocates-push-voluntary-disclosure https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6609ecc28f1464b89c608f01/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en In the past few years, sustainability reporting became a staple in business. It was a boom for the finance and sustainability industries, but the high costs caused businesses to push back. The trend towards mandatory reporting requirements has reversed. Activists and the sustainability industry are pushing a new narrative for voluntary reporting. "Group of climate change demonstrators hold signs Within the past few years, sustainability reporting became a staple in business. As jurisdictions around the world developed mandatory reporting requir...[+11042 chars]" 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Greenwashing And What To Do Instead: Lessons From The Oxford Ad Archive Mary Johnstone-Louis https://www.forbes.com/sites/maryjohnstone-louis/2025/03/11/greenwashing-and-what-to-do-instead-lessons-from-the-oxford-ad-archive https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67d0b791f98d1f1999ffbde8/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en OxCCAL is a database of over 1,700 sustainability-related advertisements from fossil fuel companies. It was compiled over more than a year by a team of researchers led by Oxford's Dr Juliana Vélez Echeverri. It shows a pattern of carefully crafted narratives from companies including ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Shell. "Holographic display of green energy icons, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, and waste ... [+] reduction. Today's headlines detailing harassment allegations by a staff member at ad agency...[+4285 chars]" 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Mid-size UK companies slow to improve ethnic diversity in boardroom The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/Midsize_UK_companies_slow_to_improve_ethnic_diversity_in_boa https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Almost a fifth of mid-sized British companies have failed to improve the ethnic diversity of their boards, state-backed review into race representation has found. 46 FTSE 250 companies have made progress in improving diversity in the boardroom, but only 46 of them are in the top 250. Almost a fifth of mid-sized British companies have failed to improve the ethnic diversity of their boards, a state-backed review into race representation has found. While the annual Parker review foun...[+111 chars] 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Kuros Biosciences grows sales to CHF 75.6 million for 2024 Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/Kuros_Biosciences_grows_sales_to_CHF_756_million_for_2024 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ad-hoc announcement pursuant to Article 53 of the SIX listing rules is made in accordance with Article 53, of the rules on SIX-listed companies' stock market listings, as required by the rules of SIX. The announcement is made on a temporary basis. Ad-hoc announcement pursuant to Article 53 of the SIX listing rules 2025-03-11T00:00:00 As Mandatory Sustainability Reporting Dies, Advocates Push Voluntary Disclosure Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/As_Mandatory_Sustainability_Reporting_Dies_Advocates_Push_Vo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The trend towards mandatory reporting requirements has reversed. Activists and the sustainability industry are pushing a new narrative for voluntary reporting. The new narrative will be based on the principle of ""the voluntary reporting is better than the mandatory reporting"". . ""The mandatory reporting is worse than the voluntary reporting""." The trend towards mandatory reporting requirements has reversed, leaving activists and the sustainability industry pushing a new narrative for voluntary reporting. 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Getting Ready: York's role in a global fight against climate chaos Seacoast Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/Getting_Ready_Yorks_role_in_a_global_fight_against_climate_c_1 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The UN General Assembly adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to be met by 2030 on September 25, 2015. Human activities have unequivocally caused global warming, with global surface temperature reaching 1.1 degrees C above 1850-1900 in 2011-2020. On September 25, 2015, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to be met by 2030. Sustainable development is 'an approach to growth and human de...[+325 chars] 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Africa: Axian Energy Green Takes Another Step Towards Climate Transparency All Africa https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/Africa_Axian_Energy_Green_Takes_Another_Step_Towards_Climate https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Axian Energy Green has achieved a C score in its first reporting. It is a significant milestone for the company's environmental commitment. It has reached a milestone in its environmental commitment by achieving a C in first report. It's a significant achievement for the organization. Axian Energy Green has reached a significant milestone in its environmental commitment by achieving a C score in its first reporting 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Greenwashing And What To Do Instead: Lessons From The Oxford Ad Archive Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/Greenwashing_And_What_To_Do_Instead_Lessons_From_The_Oxford_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Oxford has a database of sustainability-related advertisements from fossil fuel companies. It offers leaders lessons for leaders on how to choose the right business practices. . for more information, go to: http://www.oxford.org/sustainability/sustainable-business-advertisements/ An Oxford database of sustainability-related advertisements from fossil fuel companies offers lessons for leaders. 2025-03-11T00:00:00 OKX Australia Releases Inaugural ‘Responsibility Report' Highlighting Asset Security and Compliance Bit RSS https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/OKX_Australia_Releases_Inaugural_Responsibility_Report_Highl https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en OKX Australia releases its first 'Responsibility Report' to enhance transparency and improve accountability of the company. It is aimed at enhancing transparency and enhancing accountability of OKX Australia's board members. It also aims to enhance accountability of its management. KEY TAKEAWAYS OKX Australia releases its first 'Responsibility Report' to enhance transparency and 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Brazil eyes revisiting fintech reporting rules amid money laundering concerns Colorado Springs Gazette https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/Brazil_eyes_revisiting_fintech_reporting_rules_amid_money_la https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Brazil will eventually need to resume discussions on requiring financial technology companies to report transaction values to the tax revenue service, the agency's head said on Tuesday. The agency is responsible for collecting taxes on transactions made by the financial technology industry.   BRASILIA (Reuters) - Brazil will eventually need to resume discussions on requiring financial technology companies to report transaction values to the tax revenue service, the agency's head said on Tu...[+6 chars] 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Panel: Corporate leaders should focus on 'the work, not the words' as it pertains to DEI Business Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/11/Panel_Corporate_leaders_should_focus_on_the_work_not_the_wor https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Corporate boards are rethinking their approach to diversity initiatives as the regulatory landscape shifts under the new administration. See what a local panel of experts had to say on what companies should be focusing on in the video below. for more information visit: http://www.businessinsider.com/diversity-initiatives. Corporate boards are rethinking their approach to diversity initiatives as the regulatory landscape shifts under the new administration. See what a local panel of experts had to say on what companies ...[+22 chars] 2025-03-11T00:00:00 PSX rings bell for gender equality on Women's Day Our Correspondent https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1290596-psx-rings-bell-for-gender-equality-on-women-s-day https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-03-11/l_1290596_053814_updates.jpg PK en Pakistan Stock Exchange hosted a gong ceremony to celebrate ringing the bell for gender equality on International Women's Day. The event brought together distinguished leaders, professionals and industry experts to celebrate the achievements of women and discuss strategies for fostering inclusivity in the financial and business landscape. KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), in collaboration with UN Women, Women on Board Initiative, International Finance Corporation (IFC), Central Depository Company (CDC), Pakistan Institute of ...[+2723 chars] 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Improved investment climate for pvt sector stressed https://www.newagebd.net/post/economy/259886/improved-investment-climate-for-pvt-sector-stressed https://outspoken.newagebd.com/files/img/202503/fa4e33acc14a846dfec4483c46114d4b_og.jpg BD en Debapriya Bhattacharya, convenor of the Citizen's Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, called for creating a favourable business environment for the private sector to adopt a sustainable business model. The economist said this in a discussion on 'National SDG Report (VNR) 2025: Perspective of Business Leaders' at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre. Debapriya Bhattacharya, convenor of the Citizen's Platform for SDGs, Bangladesh, on Tuesday called for creating a favourable business environment for the private sector to adopt a sustainable business...[+1725 chars] 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Del. Norton Introduces Federal Salary Transparency Bill WI Web Staff https://www.washingtoninformer.com/tag/white-males US en Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton introduced the Salary Transparency Act. It would require employers to disclose salary ranges in job advertisements and interviews to help combat gender and racial pay disparities. It is aimed at reducing pay gaps between men and women in the workplace. The bill is expected to be introduced in the Senate soon. "Posted in Politics Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton introduced the Salary Transparency Act, which would require employers to disclose salary ranges in job advertisements and interviews to help combat gender...[+28 chars]" 2025-03-11T00:00:00 Committed to social and community upliftment Namibian Sun http://www.namibiansun.com/focus-independence/committed-to-social-and-community-upliftment2025-03-11149830 https://cdn.nmh.com.na:2083/S3Server/mynamibia-eu/nmhwebimages/2025/3/11/20250311406380.jpg unknown en CSI and CSR have become crucial aspects of business operations worldwide, including Namibia. CSR and CSI reflect the concepts of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Corporate Social Investment (CSI) in the Namibian business world. "CSI, CSR in Namibia What's the difference, and what can you do to help? 5 Hours Ago - 2025-03-11 00:00:00 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Corporate Social Investment (CSI) have become crucia...[+89 chars]" 2025-03-11T00:00:00 ESCO Technologies to Present at Sidoti Small Cap Conference redazione web https://www.padovanews.it/2025/03/11/esco-technologies-to-present-at-sidoti-small-cap-conference https://www.padovanews.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ESCO-Technologies-Inc-.png IT en ESCO Technologies Inc. announced today that Bryan Sayler, President & CEO, will make a presentation on Wednesday, March 19, at the Sidoti Small Cap Conference. Kate Lowrey, Vice President of Investor Relations, can be reached at (314) 213-7277. St. Louis, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ESCO Technologies Inc. (NYSE: ESE) announced today that Bryan Sayler, President & CEO, will make a Company presentation on Wednesday, March 19, at the Sido...[+105 chars] 2025-03-10T23:59:44 Singapore firms need better climate reporting as new rules loom Bloomberg https://sg.news.yahoo.com/singapore-firms-need-better-climate-reporting-as-new-rules-loom-235944710.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/YrrvSbdTRSGI7MBiMYZrNQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-03/6c468130-fe0b-11ef-b7e6-9fd1b7911bbc US en Singapore's listed companies need to improve climate disclosures as regulators are set to impose new standards starting this year. Less than a third of issuers provided all 11 disclosures recommended by the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures. One of the biggest holes was around disclosing greenhouse gas releases from clients or suppliers. Only 29% of the firms reported these so-called Scope 3 emissions. "(Bloomberg) – Singapore's listed companies need to improve climate disclosures as regulators are set to impose new standards starting this year, a new study has found. Fewer than a third of issuers pr...[+1747 chars]" 2025-03-10T21:57:41 US EPA administrator says he canceled DEI grants totaling $1.7 billion Kanishka Singh https://www.yahoo.com/news/us-epa-administrator-says-canceled-215741270.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/c3aaf2a6a819b63d743a8ba4a29e301a US en Lee Zeldin cancels 400 environmental justice and diversity, equity and inclusion grants totaling $1.7 billion in the Trump administration's latest crackdown on DEI initiatives. Since taking office on January 20, President Donald Trump has passed executive orders aimed at dismantling DEI in the government and private sector. "By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin said on Monday he canceled 400 environmental justice and diversity, equity and inclusion grants t...[+1491 chars]" 2025-03-10T21:54:20 EPA's $1.7B DEI Grants Cut: Impacts & Reactions Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3302938-epas-17b-dei-grants-cut-impacts-reactions https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/20_08_2024_15_13_11_9110969.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Trump administration has axed 400 environmental justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion grants totaling $1.7 billion. This is the fourth and largest round of cuts announced by the EPA in this area. Critics argue that these cuts dismantle programs for promoting fair representation of historically marginalized groups. Trump's supporters claim that DEI initiatives disproportionately disadvantage white people and men. The Trump administration, under the leadership of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin, has axed 400 environmental justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion grants totaling...[+853 chars] 2025-03-10T21:50:59 Hong Kong's Diginex Rings Nasdaq Closing Bell Following Record-Breaking IPO Performance Geoff Thomas https://www.chiangraitimes.com/business/diginex-record-breaking-ipo https://www.chiangraitimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Diginex.jpeg TH en Diginex Limited, a tech-focused company driving innovation in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) solutions, reached a major milestone by ringing the Nasdaq Closing Bell on March 6, 2025. This achievement follows a successful IPO on January 22, 2025, which garnered overwhelming investor support. The IPO has positioned Diginex among the top-performing Nasdaq-listed IPOs of the last ten years. The company has secured secondary listings on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Tradegate Exchange. Its services span nearly 30 countries, including markets such as the United States, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Its clients include Coca-Cola, HSBC, and Unilever Diginex Limited, a Hong Kong based tech-focused company driving innovation in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) solutions, reached a major milestone by ringing the Nasdaq Closing Bell on Mar...[+4132 chars] 2025-03-10T21:45:28 EGG Before ESG John Shelton https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/egg-before-esg-af6b0a449e263ce96a389291356e75bc78cd9593 https://i0.wp.com/www.nationalreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/eggs-grocery-store.jpg?fit=2057%2C1200&ssl=1 FR en "Republican officials can't afford to forget that the families that vote for them care about the whole basket of issues. John Shelton is the author of ""Before ESG"" and ""The Republican Party Before EEGG"". He is also an expert on politics. " "EGG Before ESG 5 minutes ago www.nationalreview.com 1 min read standard Republican officials can't afford to forget that the families that vote for them care about the whole basket of issues. John She...[+22 chars]" 2025-03-10T21:21:21 New Zealand's Largest E-Waste Company Achieves Carbon-Positive Certification Scoop https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/new_zealand_x2019s_largest_ewaste_company_achieves_carbonpos https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/[] US en Echo has been certified as a company that removes more carbon from the atmosphere than it generates. - this certification signifies that Echo goes beyond neutralising its carbon footprint. It also means that they remove more carbon than they generate, which is a good thing. This certification signifies Echo goes beyond neutralising its carbon footprint, actively removing more carbon from the atmosphere than they generate. 2025-03-10T21:00:00 Xigem Technologies Announces Closing of Shares for Debt Transactions Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/xigem-technologies-announces-closing-shares-210000723.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/654eaf1cde620cd224a3a7c7b6c3c0c6 US en Xigem Technologies Corporation (CSE: XIGM, FSE: VZ6) has entered into a debt settlement agreement with creditors to issue 11,369,000 common shares to such Creditors in exchange for outstanding accounts payable totaling $341,070. Brian Kalish, the CEO and a director of the Company, and Igor Kostioutchenko, the CFO, will receive an aggregate of 7,395,667 Settlement Shares. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - March 10, 2025) - Xigem Technologies Corporation (CSE: XIGM) (FSE: VZ6) (""Xigem"" or the ""Company""), announces that pursuant to its previously announced shares for d...[+7960 chars]" 2025-03-10T21:00:00 Singapore-listed firms made progress in climate reporting, but there's room for improvement Sue-Ann Tan https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/singapore-listed-firms-made-progress-in-climate-reporting-but-there-is-still-room-for-improvement https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/7760209c3021b712e6eacadbb6b4b12e6b1fac75c789205240a765e4730a88da SG en Less than a third of Singapore-listed companies provided all the information required under a framework by the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). This is a globally recognised framework for companies to disclose climate-related impacts, risks and opportunities. The review found that most listed companies have made initial steps towards climate reporting. "Of the 529 companies whose sustainability reports were reviewed, 97 per cent carried out climate reporting. PHOTO: ST FILE SINGAPORE – Singapore-listed companies have made progress in climate reportin...[+6154 chars]" 2025-03-10T20:45:00 Biglaw's Silence Is Deafening: Why Top Law Firms Are Mute On Trump's Biglaw Crackdown Staci Zaretsky https://abovethelaw.com/2025/03/biglaws-silence-is-deafening-why-top-law-firms-are-mute-on-trumps-biglaw-crackdown https://abovethelaw.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2018/03/Money-speech.jpg US en No law firm wants to speak publicly about what is going on because of President Donald Trump's executive order on DEI. Law firm leaders need to reassess their risk and prepare an action plan and communications strategy to prevent becoming the next target. Staci Zaretsky is a senior editor at Above the Law. "Ed. note : Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. It's not at all surprising that no law firm wants to speak publicly about what is going on. We were already seeing the pendulum swing away fr...[+1368 chars]" 2025-03-10T20:30:00 CIBC releases 2024 ESG disclosures updating its progress toward a more sustainable future Français CIBC https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/cibc-releases-2024-esg-disclosures-updating-its-progress-toward-a-more-sustainable-future-883349298.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2634992/CIBC_CIBC_releases_2024_ESG_disclosures_updating_its_progress_to.jpg?p=twitter CA en CIBC has released its annual environmental, social, and governance (ESG) disclosures. The bank is helping to drive positive change toward a more sustainable future. CIBC is working with clients to support their sustainability ambitions and those of future generations. CIBC received six Global Finance Sustainable Finance Awards in 2024. TORONTO, March 10, 2025 /CNW/ - CIBC (TSX: CM) (NYSE: CM) today released its annual environmental, social, and governance (ESG) disclosures that include the 2024 Sustainability Report and Public Accou...[+8861 chars] 2025-03-10T20:16:33 ESCO Technologies to Present at Sidoti Small Cap Conference ESCO Technologies Inc. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/esco-technologies-to-present-at-sidoti-small-cap-conference/article_f54f7670-d635-5835-8b0e-8c341ac5c9c3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bryan Sayler, President and CEO of ESCO Technologies Inc. will make a presentation at the Sidoti Small Cap Conference on Wednesday, March 19th at 3:15 Eastern Time. The presentation will be webcast and the visual content will be available through the link below. St. Louis, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ESCO Technologies Inc. (NYSE: ESE) announced today that Bryan Sayler, President & CEO, will make a Company presentation on Wednesday, March 19, at the Sid...[+199 chars] 2025-03-10T20:15:13 UGI Corporation Names Julie Fazio as President of UGI International Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/ugi-corporation-names-julie-fazio-as-president-of-ugi-international/article_4ac9eeca-2be9-58b9-a517-177f5f1b9fa0.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/93/f9382dc6-757c-5319-955a-66296fe44f85/67cf4a60a5a2b.image.jpg?crop=1527%2C802%2C0%2C277&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Julie Fazio has been appointed as President of UGI International effective immediately. UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) announced today that Julie Faziosi will be the new president of Ugi International in 2025.   "VALLEY FORGE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 10, 2025-- UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) announced today that Julie Fazio has been appointed as President of UGI International, effective immediately." 2025-03-10T20:03:08 EXCLUSIVE: Watchdog Slaps Ex-Biden Official With Complaint Over EPA ‘Gold Bars' Scandal Nick Pope https://dailycaller.com/2025/03/10/watchdog-ex-biden-official-complaint-epa-gold-bars-david-hayes https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GettyImages-1973347429-4-e1741374806651.jpg US en Protect the Public's Trust has filed an ethics complaint against David Hayes, a former climate advisor in the Biden administration. Hayes now sits on the board of the Coalition for Green Capital, a green organization selected for receipt of billions of taxpayer dollars by the Biden Environmental Protection Agency. PPT is re-filing the complaint with the Trump EPA and the Trump White House Office of Legal Counsel. A government watchdog group filed an ethics complaint Friday against a former Biden White House official who now sits on the board of a green organization selected for receipt of billions of taxpayer ...[+4428 chars] 2025-03-10T20:02:35 Liberty Global to Present at the NewStreet Research and BCG Future of Connectivity Leaders Conference Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/liberty-global-to-present-at-the-newstreet-research-and-bcg-future-of-connectivity-leaders-conference/article_9b177562-e154-50ce-897b-b18c023a96e2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Liberty Global Ltd. will present at the NewStreet Research and BCG Future of Connectivity Leaders Conference on March 27, 2025 at 6:20 am EDT. The presentation will be webcast live at www.libertyglobal.com. It will be archived for 90 days. Liberty Global Ltd. ('Liberty Global') (NASDAQ: LBTYA, LBTYB and LBTYK) will be presenting at the NewStreet Research and BCG Future of Connectivity Leaders Conference on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 6...[+285 chars] 2025-03-10T20:00:00 Martina Announces Debt Conversion Mar. 10, 2025 20:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6055938 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/N2IzOTdjYTgtZjVhYy00ZmJjLWI4NWYtMTY1MTk2ZDdjOWEwLTUwMDA3NzY2My0yMDI1LTAzLTEwLWVu/tiny/Martina-Minerals-Corp-.png TW en Martina Minerals Corp. will issue 9,163,000 common shares to the Creditors in exchange for the cancellation of $320,705 in debt owing to the parties. The issuance of the Debt Shares is subject to the approval of NEX. All securities issued pursuant to the debt conversion are subject to a statutory four-month hold period. TORONTO, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Martina Minerals Corp. (the 'Corporation') announces that its previously announced debt conversion has been amended. Pursuant to the amended debt conversion...[+1923 chars] 2025-03-10T19:02:01 At SXSW, Bluesky CEO Jay Graber pokes fun at Mark Zuckerberg with Latin phrase T-shirt Techcrunch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4177138/at-sxsw-bluesky-ceo-jay-graber-pokes-fun-at-mark-zuckerberg-with-latin-phrase-ts.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Bluesky CEO Jay Graber wore a large black T-shirt with her hair pulled back into a bun for her keynote discussion at SXSW 2025. Graber is following the same playbook that so many women in tech leadership have played before: downplaying her femininity. When Bluesky CEO Jay Graber walked on stage at SXSW 2025 for her keynote discussion, she wore a large black T-shirt with her hair pulled back into a bun. At first glance, it might appear as though she...[+209 chars] 2025-03-10T18:47:34 Italy pushes for 200-bln-euro defence plan using EU guarantees Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/italy-pushes-200-bln-euro-defence-plan-using-eu-guarantees-2025-03-10 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/7EG4EI4ABRKWPFTKGS373QEHIA.jpg?auth=2e70e7e3ab35fdd982f7c2e8dc89d1bfaa558dd0a569528857c036aab3883981&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Italy plans to propose to its European partners a guarantee scheme that could trigger investments worth up to 200 billion euros in the defence and aerospace industries. The bloc is studying options to boost defence spending through new joint borrowing, existing EU funds and a greater role for the European Investment Bank. Italy is keen to limit the impact of the defence push on its strained public finances. ROME, March 10 (Reuters) - Italy plans to propose to its European partners a guarantee scheme that could potentially trigger investments worth up to 200 billion euros ($216.48 billion) in the defence ...[+871 chars] 2025-03-10T18:46:40 SOAX Reveals New Pricing Model and Increased Data Allowances for All Users SOAX https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/soax-reveals-new-pricing-model-and-increased-data-allowances-for-all-users/article_5ad5bec8-aa9f-5718-8928-85443459010d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en SOAX announced an overhaul of its pricing model to deliver better value and increased flexibility for its customers. The changes represent a discount for all SOAX customers of up to 50% per GB and increased data allowances up to 100%. Consumers in the data extraction market can find themselves struggling with inflexible pricing and managing multiple subscriptions. LONDON, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SOAX, a leading Data-as-a-Service provider, today announced an overhaul of its pricing model, designed to deliver better value and increased flexibility for ...[+474 chars] 2025-03-10T18:19:35 Costco Pushing Back Against Anti-DEI Pressure Ethan Therrien https://www.mymcmedia.org/costco-pushing-back-against-anti-dei-pressure https://s38408.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mall_Entrance_And_Costco-scaled.webp US en 98% of Costco shareholders voted in favor of keeping the DEI policy. Costco recently rebranded its DEI program to 'People and Communities' in response to conservative group's proposal. National boycotts of companies that have reversed their DEI policies have been circulating over the last month. Costco's decision to maintain their policies has made them an exception. "98% of Costco shareholders, who were presented with a In the proposal, the conservative group cited the U.S. Supreme Court's 2023 decision in 'It's clear that DEI holds litigation, reputational and fi...[+931 chars]" 2025-03-10T18:00:00 Mullen is on the money on genuine board diversity John Wylie https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/mullen-is-on-the-money-on-genuine-board-diversity-20250310-p5libs https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.4816%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_712%2C$y_504/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/1993f19875428cb5a8d150a8eeb7d05ade7788ce AU en Company boards would be more diverse if appointments were guided by a'simplistic rule of thumb' rather than prescriptive box-ticking rules, according to John Mullen, former Telstra chairman and current chair of Qantas. Good corporate governance calls for boards to be made up of three broad groups of directors to ensure the right mix of skills and backgrounds. Company boards would be more diverse if appointments were guided by a 'simplistic rule of thumb' rather than enforced by prescriptive box-ticking rules, according to former Telstra chairman and curren...[+614 chars] 2025-03-10T18:00:00 Qantas chairman says business should not be woke or anti-woke John Mullen https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/qantas-chairman-says-business-should-not-be-woke-or-anti-woke-20250310-p5lici https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.3647%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_447%2C$y_178/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/4e07cc9ba7d838ad2975b66935dfe285aabe217b AU en For the first half of his working life, today's hot topics like safety, ESG, carbon emissions, diversity, cyber, social media and so on never appeared on a board agenda. Now directors need to be constantly trying to read the trends of the future. "It is not just technology that changes the business environment but also human values, and we directors need to be constantly trying to read the trends of the future – not the here and now. For the fi...[+163 chars]" 2025-03-10T17:26:05 Norway's wealth fund watchdog clears most companies in Gaza review Reuters https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/norways-wealth-fund-watchdog-clears-most-companies-gaza-review-2025-03-10 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Watchdog of Norway's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund says most of the 65 companies it reviewed over their activities in the occupied Palestinian territories met the fund's ethical guidelines. The fund pulled out of Israeli telecoms firm Bezeq in December under a new, tougher interpretation of its ethics standards. Council on Ethics contacted two weapons manufacturers during the review. "Summary Companies • Majority of companies reviewed meet ethical guidelines • Review carried out under tougher ethics standards • One unnamed company could face exclusion OSLO, March 10 - The watchdog ...[+2340 chars]" 2025-03-10T17:15:12 Ellah Lakes Lists N3.1bn Shares from Debt Conversion on Stock Exchange Aduragbemi Omiyale https://businesspost.ng/economy/ellah-lakes-lists-n3-1bn-shares-from-debt-conversion-on-stock-exchange https://businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Ellah-Lakes.jpg NG en The N3.1 billion shares of Ellah Lakes Plc converted from debt to equity have been listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited. The company used a total of 1,104,386,890 ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each at N2.8 per unit to pay up N3,092,283,294.81 debt incurred by the firm. CBO Capital sold 81 million units of the organisation's equities at the stock market recently. "By Aduragbemi Omiyale The N3.1 billion shares of Ellah Lakes Plc converted from debt to equity have been listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited. The equities from the exercise were taken to the...[+1275 chars]" 2025-03-10T17:11:32 'U.S. Rejects UN Sustainable Development Goals' By Mark Segal Mark Segal https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/us-rejects-un-sustainable-development https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6b0bf053-a2a8-4b71-975d-97c7190d3746_800x463.jpeg US en The U.S. rejects and denounces the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), the key global goals adopted by nations in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, aimed at tackling global environmental and social challenges. The announcement was made by Counselor for Economic and Social Affairs (ECOSOC) Edward Heartney at the General Assembly. Heartney said that the new administration has'set a clear and overdue course correction on 'gender' and 'climate ideology,' which he said 'pervade the SDGs'. "U.S. Rejects UN Sustainable Development Goals The U.S. under the Trump administration stated that it 'rejects and denounces' the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), the key global ...[+2550 chars]" 2025-03-10T16:55:40 Societe Generale: shares and voting rights as of 28 February 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/11/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/societe-generale-shares-and-voting-rights-as-of-28-february-2025/2070488 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/11/562365.gif PH en Societe Generale is a top tier European Bank with more than 126,000 employees serving about 25 million clients in 65 countries across the world. The Group runs three complementary sets of businesses, embedding ESG offerings for all its clients. For more information, visit the website: www.societegenerale.com. "NUMBER OF SHARES COMPOSING CURRENT SHARE CAPITAL AND TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTING RIGHTS AS OF 28 FEBRUARY 2025 Regulated Information Paris, 10 March 2025 Information about the total number of voting rights...[+1101 chars]" 2025-03-10T16:39:01 Ogbe champions NCDMBs 20% refinery stake, ensures corporate governance compliance The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4176856/ogbe-champions-ncdmbs-20-refinery-stake-ensures-corporate-governance-compliance.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en NCDMB has implemented a corporate governance procedure to safeguard its acquisition of 20% equity in a 100,000 barrels per day refinery. Ogbe champions NCDMB's 20% refinery stake, to ensure its corporate governance compliance.   The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has implemented a corporate governance procedure to safeguard its acquisition of 20 per cent equity in a 100,000 barrels per day refineryT...[+129 chars] 2025-03-10T16:30:00 Notification of manager's and closely related parties' transactions with shares in Schouw & Co. Mar. 10, 2025 16:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6055671 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Notification and public disclosure of transactions by a person discharging managerial responsibilities at Aktieselskabet Schouw & Co. or a person closely associated with one of them pursuant to (EU) no. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council. Details of the transaction(s): section to be repeated for each type of instrument. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 10, 2025 16:30 Notification and public disclosure of transactions by a person discharging managerial responsibilities at Aktieselskabet Schou...[+4826 chars]" 2025-03-10T16:27:34 Commons speaker orders security review after man scales Big Ben BBC News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/Commons_speaker_orders_security_review_after_man_scales_Big_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/[] US en Commons speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle wants to ensure the safety of the Commons speakers. He wants to make sure they are free and fair.   for all to hear and to be free from harassment and abuse in the Commons speaker's presence. Commons speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle says he wants to ensure 2025-03-10T16:15:00 SEC approves CLI's P5-B bond offering Earl John Alfaro https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/11/business/corporate-news/sec-approves-clis-p5-b-bond-offering/2070341 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en CEBU Landmasters, Inc. has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission to offer up to P5 billion in sustainability-linked bonds. The SEC last week issued the certificate of permit to offer securities for sale consisting of a base principal amount of P3 billion and an oversubscription option of P2 billion. "CEBU Landmasters, Inc. (CLI) said Monday that it had received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to offer up to P5 billion in sustainability-linked bonds. In a disclosure, CLI ...[+212 chars]" 2025-03-10T15:43:39 Petrol stations ‘know better than banks' on challenges they face https://www.nbr.co.nz/politics/petrol-stations-know-better-than-banks-about-challenges-they-face https://d2xgqyuql1olth.cloudfront.net/assets/Uploads/2019-05/four_big_banks.web_1.jpeg NZ en Petrol stations know better than banks about the challenges they face. Vittoria Shortt says it's not up to ASB to tell clients what to do, but it makes good commercial sense to cut emissions. Three of the four major banks were back at the select committee inquiry into banking competition. "Politics 4 mins to read Petrol stations 'know better than banks' on challenges they face Vittoria Shortt says it's not up to the ASB to tell clients what to do – but it makes good commercial sense to ...[+112 chars]" 2025-03-10T15:36:31 AACSB Faces A Social Media Backlash Over Dropping Diversity Guidelines John A. Byrne https://www.yahoo.com/news/aacsb-faces-social-media-backlash-153631761.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/poets_quants_171/cd242534ad667fe99cef9f53e4a4b4d5 US en The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACAB) reframed its guiding principles for accredited schools to reflect 'community and connectedness' instead of 'diversity and inclusion' in its guidelines. The update follows widespread criticism of DEI efforts by Trump and his Republican allies. Critics argue that the change undermines efforts to promote DEI in business education education and that the AACSB is yielding to political pressures. "AACSB CEO Lily Bi says the reframing of diversity and inclusion in the agency's guidelines are meant to protect member business schools President Donald Trump's campaign to stamp out diversity, equity...[+5872 chars]" 2025-03-10T15:27:08 New to The Street Show 633 to Broadcast on Fox Business Network as Sponsored Programming Tonight at 10:30 PM PST Featuring Zapp Electric Vehicles ($ZAPP), BioVie ($BIVI), PetVivo ($PETV), and Banzai ($BNZI) ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/new-to-the-street-show-633-to-broadcast-on-fox-business-network-as-sponsored-programming/article_2300866e-de9b-537f-abf3-883f1a87ad24.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en "Show 633 will air tonight on the Fox Business Network at 10:30 PM PST as sponsored programming. The Sustainable Green Team features Kevin Harrington, ""Original Shark Tank"" Investor, and CEO Tony Raynor. The Debut of the New Roadzen $RDZN TV Commercial is also announced." "The Sustainable Green Team ($SGTM), with Kevin Harrington, ""Original Shark Tank"" Investor, and CEO Tony Raynor, Features Sponsor with Full Interview Link. Plus, the Debut of the New Roadzen $RDZN TV C...[+247 chars]" 2025-03-10T15:15:00 Eco-smart Innovations for a Sustainable Future Mediawire https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/eco-smart-innovations-for-a-sustainable-future/articleshow/118845565.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118845565,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-631138,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Textile and paper industries are under increasing scrutiny for their environmental footprint. Government of India launched an ambitious climate action plan called the Panchamrit initiative at the COP26 summit in Glasgow in 2021. Trident Group, one of the world's leading textile conglomerates, has integrated renewable energy into its operations with 39% of its energy needs now met by sustainable sources. "Samir Joshipura, Group CEO, Trident Limited As the textile and paper industries face increasing scrutiny for their environmental footprint, the demand for sustainable practices has evolved from a mere...[+5326 chars]" 2025-03-10T15:00:31 Women-only flexible hours may backfire, forum told Minderjeet Kaur https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2025/03/10/women-only-flexible-hours-may-backfire-forum-told https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/879201f5-international-womens-day-forum-2025-fmt-100325-10.webp MY en Panellists at the forum organised by the United Nations and the Finnish embassy in Kuala Lumpur in conjunction with International Women's Day spoke about women's rights and gender equality in the workplace. The forum was themed For All Women and Girls in Malaysia: Rights, Equality, and Empowerment. "Panellists at the forum organised by the United Nations and the Finnish embassy in Kuala Lumpur in conjunction with International Women's Day. KUALA LUMPUR: While more companies are introducing flexib...[+2783 chars]" 2025-03-10T14:41:06 Cboe Global Markets Plans to Launch S&P 500® Equal Weight Index Options on April 14, 2025 Victoria Advocate https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/Cboe_Global_Markets_Plans_to_Launch_S_P_500_Equal_Weight_Ind https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/[] US en S&P 500 EWI Index allocates each constituent a fixed weight at each quarterly rebalance to meet evolving market exposure demand for additional choice in indices and derivatives. New options to be listed on the S&P500 Equal Weight Index (EWI) are: New options to be listed on the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index (EWI)S&P 500 EWI Index allocates each constituent a fixed weight at each quarterly rebalanceLaunch to meet evolving market exposure demand fo...[+46 chars] 2025-03-10T14:38:32 NGX Group, stakeholders push for greater gender equality in economy TEMITOPE ADEBAYO https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4176554/ngx-group-stakeholders-push-for-greater-gender-equality-in-economy.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGXGroup) Plc, in collaboration with Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Federal Ministry of Art Culture and the Creative Economy (FMACTCE), rallied stakeholders to drive gender inclusivity in Nigerias economy. This was done during the NGX high-impact symposium to mark International Womens. BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGXGroup) Plc, in collaboration with Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Federal Ministry of A...[+381 chars] 2025-03-10T14:06:26 Campaigners demand Wales Pension Partnership divest from firms linked to Israel's Gaza genocide David Nicholson https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/campaigners-demand-wales-pension-partnership-divest-from-firms-linked-to-israel-gaza-genocide https://morningstaronline.co.uk/sites/default/files/AP25068666166880.jpg GB en 22 bodies across Cymru support demands for the Wales Pension Partnership to divest from companies complicit in genocide and apartheid in Palestine. £1.1 billion of Welsh local government pension funds are invested in companies associated with illegal settlements, apartheid infrastructure, financing and arms manufacturing. Future Generations Commissioner Derek Walker called for an urgent review of public-sector pensions in Wales. "A COALITION of 22 bodies across Cymru supported demands today for the Wales Pension Partnership (WPP) to divest from companies complicit in genocide and apartheid in Palestine. The broad coalition of ...[+2240 chars]" 2025-03-10T14:06:16 Biden Admin Went On Trillion-Dollar Spending Spree Embedding DEI Across Gov't, Study Says Ireland Owens https://dailycaller.com/2025/03/10/biden-admin-trillion-dollar-spending-spree-dei-study-says https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GettyImages-2162011564-scaled-e1741613332919.jpg US en Biden-Harris administration implemented diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across a host of U.S. government agencies. The cumulative budget of these diversity programs surpassed $1.1 trillion. Donald Trump signed an executive order on Jan. 20 aimed at eliminating DEI-related programs in the federal government and in K-12 schools. "The Biden administration implemented hundreds of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across a host of U.S. government agencies, according to findings from a new study. There were 460 pro...[+2623 chars]" 2025-03-10T14:01:00 Google has 'quietly removed' mentions of ‘diversity' and ‘equity' from the mission description page of responsible AI team TOI Tech Desk https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/google-has-quietly-removed-mentions-of-diversity-and-equity-from-the-mission-description-page-of-responsible-ai-team/articleshow/118843009.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-118843002,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-1212401,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en "Google has updated the webpage for its Responsible AI and Human Centered Technology (RAI-HCT) team and removed mentions of ""diversity"" and ""equity"" from the mission description. Google recently removed similar language from its Startups Founders Fund grant website and announced plans to eliminate its diversity hiring targets and review its DEI programs." "Google has quietly updated the webpage for its Responsible AI and Human Centered Technology (RAI-HCT) team, removing mentions of ""diversity"" and ""equity"" from the mission description. This change was ...[+1273 chars]" 2025-03-10T13:55:45 Grupo Mexico upgraded to Sector Perform from Underperform at Scotiabank Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/grupo-mexico-upgraded-to-sector-perform-from-underperform-at-scotiabank-1034459638 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Scotiabank upgraded Grupo Mexico to Sector Perform from Underperform with a price target of MXN 112, up from MXN 87. The firm uses a premium valuation multiple for both the company's Mexican and Peruvian mining assets. The risk/reward proposition now looks balanced. Scotiabank upgraded Grupo Mexico (GMBXF) to Sector Perform from Underperform with a price target of MXN 112, up from MXN 87. The firm now uses a premium valuation multiple for both the company's Mexic...[+369 chars] 2025-03-10T13:23:56 Give credit where due to Scottish firms prioritising people and planet Dr Antoinette Fionda-Douglas https://www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/24995496.give-credit-due-scottish-firms-prioritising-people-planet https://www.heraldscotland.com/resources/images/19187339.jpg?type=og-image GB en February 10, 2025 marked a pivotal moment for our planet. Only 17 countries have submitted their updated commitments to the Paris Agreement on climate change. Businesses will no longer be able to hide behind vague sustainability pledges. B-Corp accreditation is a rigorous accreditation that evaluates businesses on their social and environmental impact. Scotland has been a leader in sustainability. February 10, 2025, marked a pivotal moment for our planet. As we approach the December gathering in Brazil, where countries finalise 2035 climate pledges, the stakes are high. Under the Paris Agreemen...[+7553 chars] 2025-03-10T13:16:09 Enstar Group announces cash tender offer for junior subordinated notes Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/enstar-group-announces-cash-tender-offer-for-junior-subordinated-notes-1034459341 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Enstar Group has commenced a cash tender offer for any and all of the outstanding 5.750% Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Notes due 2040. Enstar's wholly owned subsidiary, Enstar Finance, guarantees the notes on a junior subordinated basis. Enstar Group (ESGR) has commenced a cash tender offer for any and all of the outstanding 5.750% Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Notes due 2040 issued by Enstar's wholly owned subsidiary, Enstar F...[+406 chars] 2025-03-10T13:16:04 Blue Moon Metals Acquires the Oyen Industrial Land, Operating Aggregate Quarry, Shiploading Equipment and Adjacent Properties to Nussir, and Closes a C$5.25 Million Follow on Equity Investment by Hartree Partners Hartree Tranche 2 https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/blue-moon-metals-acquires-the-oyen-industrial-land-operating-aggregate-quarry-shiploading-equipment-and-adjacent-properties-to-nussir-and-closes-a-c5-25-million-follow-on-equity-investment-by-hart https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/oyen-industrial-land.jpeg CA en The Consideration Shares were deposited into escrow pursuant to the TSX Venture Exchange's escrow policies. Blue Moon is currently uplisting from a TSXV Tier 2 issuer to a Tier 1 issuer. The uplisting remains subject to TSXv approval. The Consideration Shares were deposited into escrow pursuant to the TSX Venture Exchange (the ' TSXV ')'s escrow policies, and are subject to a ‎statutory hold period of four months and one day from t...[+842 chars] 2025-03-10T13:09:01 NGX Group, CSCS, SEC, and FMACTCE Rally Stakeholders to Accelerate Gender Equality in Nigeria Nairametrics https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4176321/ngx-group-cscs-sec-and-fmactce-rally-stakeholders-to-accelerate-gender-equality-.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) hosted a symposium to mark International Womens Day 2025. The symposium was called Accelerate Action for all Women: Rights, Equality, and Empowerment. The event rallied stakeholders to drive gender inclusivity in Nigeria's economy. Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), in collaboration with Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS), hosted a high-impact symposium to mark International Womens Day 2025. Themed Accelerate Ac...[+268 chars] 2025-03-10T13:02:56 The degrowth fail Irina Slav https://irinaslav.substack.com/p/the-degrowth-fail https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:best,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Firinaslav.substack.com%2Ftwitter%2Fsubscribe-card.jpg%3Fv%3D1098734784%26version%3D9 US en BP changed its name to Beyond Petroleum and started spelling its name with lower-case letters to show it really means it. The same thing has happened with the 'beyond growth' pursuit. It had all started so well, by 2023 degrowth was being talked about loudly and publicly, and getting embraced by high-ranking individuals such as the leadership of the European Union. Now, just a few short years later, nobody is trumpeting degrowth and they're pursuing growth. Remember when BP happily renamed itself Beyond Petroleum? It also started spelling its name with lower-case letters to show it really means it. Yeah, we all know how this ended, and it wasn't just bec...[+754 chars] 2025-03-10T13:00:00 Scotiabank 2024 Climate and 2024 Sustainability Reports Available Français Scotiabank https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/scotiabank-2024-climate-and-2024-sustainability-reports-available-847454933.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2637172/Scotiabank_Scotiabank_2024_Climate_and_2024_Sustainability_Repor.jpg?p=twitter CA en Scotiabank released its annual set of sustainability-related publications today. The 2024 Climate Report includes the Bank's climate transition plan and climate-focused engagement framework, and the 2024 Sustainability Report incorporates the Canadian Public Accountability Statement and the annual sustainable issuance use of proceeds reporting. The Bank's vision is to be its clients' most trusted financial partner and deliver sustainable growth. "TORONTO, March 10, 2025 /CNW/ - Scotiabank released its annual set of sustainability-related publications today, including the 2024 Climate Report and 2024 Sustainability Report. The 2024 Climate Repo...[+1885 chars]" 2025-03-10T13:00:00 Cboe Global Markets Plans to Launch S&P 500® Equal Weight Index Options on April 14, 2025 Cboe Global Markets https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/industry/banking_financial_services/cboe-global-markets-plans-to-launch-s-p-500-equal-weight-index-options-on-april/article_11d96c6f-2ccc-5843-981e-be7f6258fc9d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/8a/38a52994-4968-5a00-a614-487acf5aad33/6670490a2d251.image.jpg?crop=1796%2C943%2C200%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Cboe Global Markets, Inc. announced plans to launch options on the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index (EWI) on April 14, 2025 pending regulatory review. The new initiative was announced today at the 50 th International Futures Industry Conference in Boca Raton, Florida. "New options to be listed on the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index (EWI) S&P 500 EWI Index allocates each constituent a fixed weight at each quarterly rebalance Launch to meet evolving market exposure demand ...[+457 chars]" 2025-03-10T12:33:04 The Now Corporation Prioritizes Debt Reduction https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/10/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/the-now-corporation-prioritizes-debt-reduction/2070211 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/10/561893.png PH en The Now Corporation is implementing measures to streamline operations, enhance balance sheet performance and reduce financial liabilities. The company is dedicated to advancing clean energy solutions through its subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc. M Love Vintage Holdings Inc. curates and offers exclusive vintage fashion collections. "Company Aims to Enhance Shareholder Value Through Financial Discipline Key Highlights: As part of this initiative, The Now Corporation is implementing measures to streamline operations, enhance balanc...[+2140 chars]" 2025-03-10T12:32:01 IWD: NGX Group, Stakeholders Unite To Advance Womens Empowerment New Telegraph https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4176232/iwd-ngx-group-stakeholders-unite-to-advance-womens-empowerment.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, in partnership with Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) and key regulatory bodies, convened a landmark symposium to accelerate gender equality in Nigerias economic landscape. The theme was Accelerate Action for All Women: Rights, Equality, and Empowerment. The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), in partnership with Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) and key regulatory bodies, convened a landmark symposium to accelerate gender equality in...[+307 chars] 2025-03-10T11:54:42 Axis Mutual Fund Launches Axis Nifty500 Value 50 ETF Naman Bansal https://newspatrolling.com/axis-mutual-fund-launches-axis-nifty500-value-50-etf https://newspatrolling.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/upes.png IN en Axis Mutual Fund, one of the leading asset management companies in India, announced the launch of New Fund Offer for its new Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) – Axis Nifty500 Value 50 ETF. The fund is an open-ended ETF, available for subscription with a minimum investment of INR 500 per application. It will be listed on the NSE and BSE. Mr. Karthik Kumar is the fund manager for the scheme. "Highlights of Axis Nifty500 Value 50 ETF Benchmark: NIFTY500 Value 50 TRI NIFTY500 Value 50 TRI Fund Manager: Mr. Karthik Kumar Mr. Karthik Kumar NFO dates: 10 th March to 12 th March 2025 10 March to...[+2852 chars]" 2025-03-10T11:54:03 IWD: NGX Group, Stakeholders Unite To Advance Women's Empowerment New Telegraph-Admin https://newtelegraphng.com/iwd-ngx-group-stakeholders-unite-to-advance-womens-empowerment https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Closing-Bell-Women.jpg NG en The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) and Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) convened a landmark symposium to accelerate gender equality in Nigeria's economic landscape. The event was themed 'Accelerate Action for All Women: Rights, Equality, and Empowerment' Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy (FMACTCE), Hannatu Musa Musawa, said women's empowerment is an economic necessity. "Share The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), in partnership with Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) and key regulatory bodies, convened a landmark symposium to accelerate gender equal...[+1699 chars]" 2025-03-10T11:51:04 Google AI Team Removes ‘Diversity' And ‘Equity' From Webpage, Here Is Why Shubham Arora https://www.timesnownews.com/technology-science/google-ai-team-removes-diversity-and-equity-from-webpage-here-is-why-article-118845734 https://static.tnn.in/thumb/msid-118845689,thumbsize-1102737,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-75/118845689.jpg IN en The Responsible AI and Human-Centered Technology (RAI-HCT) team at Google has edited the content of its mission description. The absence of words directly relating to diversity and equity could imply the future of the tech giant in these critical areas. Amazon, Meta, and OpenAI have scaled back diversity programs. "The Responsible AI and Human-Centered Technology (RAI-HCT) team at Google has edited the content of its mission description. The said mission, specifically with the removal of references to ""diversity...[+1550 chars]" 2025-03-10T11:47:36 Sapura lodges police report after complaint on former MD's alleged breaches Bernama https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/highlight/2025/03/10/sapura-lodges-police-report-after-complaint-on-former-mds-alleged-breaches https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/f6f80d37-sapura_tem1411_20220307122217_theedgemarkets_1600x1000_1.webp MY en Sapura Resources Bhd has lodged a police report after a formal complaint was filed with the Companies Commission of Malaysia over potential breaches of the Companies Act 2016 involving its former managing director, Shahriman Shamsuddin. The internal investigation involving him was completed and the final report was submitted to Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd. The content of the report will not be disclosed at this time. In a Bursa filing, Sapura Resources said that following the completion of the internal investigation involving Shahriman Shamsuddin, the final report was submitted to Bursa Malaysia Securities. (KLSE ...[+2024 chars] 2025-03-10T11:47:13 ESG Forum Introduces Innovative Mentorship Initiative for Young Professionals Business https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/11/esg-forum-introduces-innovative-mentorship-initiative-for-young-professionals https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/165f0534-1ace-43f3-ba6e-6995dd729219.jpeg NG en The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Forum has officially announced the launch of its Young Professional Forum (YPF) Mentorship Programme. It is meant to nurture Nigeria's future leaders in sustainability. The six-month programme will be conducted entirely online, targeting participants aged 21 to 35 who reside in Nigeria. Applicants must be pursuing or hold a degree in relevant fields such as Environmental Science, Engineering, Policy, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences and Sciences. "Dike Onwuamaeze The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Forum, a pioneering initiative dedicated to advancing sustainable development across Africa, has officially announced the launch of its ...[+3707 chars]" 2025-03-10T11:10:55 Uganda: Breaking Barriers - MTN X-Space Sparks Dialogue On Gender, Merit, and Accountability in Leadership Pius Serugo https://allafrica.com/stories/202503100438.html https://cdn08.allafrica.com/static/images/structure/aa-logo-rgba-no-text-square.png ZA en "MTN Uganda hosted an engaging and thought-provoking X-Space discussion titled ""Accelerate Action - The Leadership Dilemma: Gender, Merit & Accountability"" on 5th March 2025. Mona Muguma-Ssebuliba is the CEO of aBi Finance Ltd, Sylvia Mulinge is the Chief Executive of MTN Uganda, and Kin Kariisa is CEO of Next Media Services. The discussion explored the complexities of gender diversity, meritocracy, and accountability in leadership." The panel featured esteemed leaders, including Mona Muguma-Ssebuliba the CEO of aBi Finance Ltd, Sylvia Mulinge the CEO of MTN Uganda, and Kin Kariisa the CEO of Next Media Services. Moderated by Rukh...[+5914 chars] 2025-03-10T11:00:00 Finalists announced for inaugural Clean & Green Awards Sophie Skyring https://www.elystandard.co.uk/news/24985663.finalists-revealed-inaugural-clean-green-awards https://www.elystandard.co.uk/resources/images/19166451.jpg?type=og-image GB en Inaugural East Anglia Clean & Green Awards will take place at Dunston Hall in Norwich on March 20. Businesses, community groups, and innovators will be recognized for their contributions toward sustainability. The awards cover various categories, including Energy Innovation, Community Champion of the Year, and the Game Changer Award. "First Clean & Green Awards to celebrate sustainability pioneers (Image: Getty Images) The inaugural East Anglia Clean & Green Awards are set to celebrate sustainability pioneers. Businesses, community...[+1297 chars]" 2025-03-10T10:59:23 Sapura files police report over ex-MD's alleged breaches of Companies Act https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/03/10/sapura-files-police-report-over-ex-mds-alleged-breaches-of-companies-act/169179 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/03/10/thumbs/400x400/265012.jpg MY en Sapura Resources Bhd has lodged a police report following a formal complaint filed with the Companies Commission of Malaysia regarding potential breaches of the Companies Act 2016 involving its former managing director Datuk Shahriman Shamsuddin. The internal investigation and submission of the final report to both Bursa Malaysia and SSM have been completed. The content of the report will not be disclosed. KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 — Sapura Resources Bhd has lodged a police report following a formal complaint filed with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) regarding potential breaches of the Companie...[+1878 chars] 2025-03-10T10:56:02 Reps say 48 oil firms owing FG N2trn, seven companies to remit N58bn Aderonke Oni https://www.thecable.ng/reps-say-48-oil-firms-owing-fg-n2trn-seven-companies-to-remit-n58bn https://www.thecable.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/HOUSE-OF-REPS-3-e1721320623938.png NG en Seven major oil and gas operators in Nigeria have agreed to remit a total of $37,435,094.52 to the federation account before August 2025. The commitment follows an ongoing investigation by the public accounts committee of the green chamber. 45 oil firms owe $1.7 billion in unpaid royalties as of December 31, 2024. 28 companies failed to honour the committee's invitations. The house of representatives says seven major oil and gas operators in Nigeria have agreed to remit a total of $37,435,094.52 (approximately N58 billion) to the federation account before August 2025, ...[+3941 chars] 2025-03-10T10:46:31 Report Supports Case for Rio Tinto Unification in Australia, Palliser Says Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/Report_Supports_Case_for_Rio_Tinto_Unification_in_Australia_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/[] US en Activist investor wants Rio Tinto to abandon its London listing and unify its corporate structure into a single Australian-domiciled company. Rio is currently a London-based company with a primary London stock market listing. Rio has a majority stake in a number of international companies. The activist investor wants Rio Tinto to abandon its primary London listing and unify its corporate structure into a single Australian-domiciled company. 2025-03-10T10:37:22 RTG invests heavily in environment, social and governance initiatives Nqobani Ndlovu https://www.thestandard.co.zw/news/article/200039342/rtg-invests-heavily-in-environment-social-and-governance-initiatives https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/thestandard/uploads/2025/03/d5YGK75n3e5L6WkCbxzR8XoniOYGBlcL8vpslcol.jpg ZW en Rainbow Tourism Group (RTG) is investing heavily on environment, social and governance (ESG) initiatives to ensure sustainable growth and promote sustainable tourism. RTG has invested US$26 million over the past five years in a bid to regain its market share post the Covid period that decimated the industry. Zimbabwe's leading tourism player, the Rainbow Tourism Group (RTG), is investing heavily on environment, social and governance (ESG) initiatives to ensure sustainable growth and to promote sustainable...[+3274 chars] 2025-03-10T10:35:37 Palton Morgan calls for accelerated action on gender equality Seyi John Salau https://businessday.ng/news/article/palton-morgan-calls-for-accelerated-action-on-gender-equality https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Untitled-design-2025-03-10T033425.255-1.png NG en Palton Morgan Holdings, a real estate investment firm in Nigeria, marked the 2025 International Women's Day (IWD) with strong commitment to advancing gender inclusion in the corporate and real estate sectors. This year's theme is 'Accelerate Action.' Palton Morgan reaffirmed its pledge to accelerate gender equality by championing initiatives that empower women. Palton Morgan Holdings, a real estate investment firm in Nigeria, marked the 2025 International Women's Day (IWD) with strong commitment to advancing gender inclusion in the corporate and real estate ...[+2860 chars] 2025-03-10T10:13:15 Nature Based Solution (NBS) as a ‘Sigma Solution' for Climate Change Adaptation Yusuf Susena https://kumparan.com/yusuf-susena/nature-based-solution-nbs-as-a-sigma-solution-for-climate-change-adaptation-24eXM01tZoX https://blue.kumparan.com/image/upload/fl_progressive,fl_lossy,f_jpg,q_auto,w_600,h_315,c_lpad,b_white/g_south,l_og_user_zprw89/co_rgb:ffffff,g_south_west,l_text:Heebo_20_bold:Konten%20dari%20Pengguna%0DYusuf%20Susena,x_140,y_26/01jnzncwtx1f5drc47xkrrkz0s.jpg ID en Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) harnesses the power of nature to tackle societal challenges, such as climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction. NBS is cost-effective, sustainable, and adaptable to diverse environments. Indonesia has vast natural resources and is suitable for NBS implementation due to its rich biodiversity, extensive forests, vast sea levels, floods and deforestation. "– written by Yusuf Susena Remote Sensing and Environmental Enthusiast Climate change is one of the most pressing global challenges, bringing severe consequences such as rising temperatures, extreme we...[+6826 chars]" 2025-03-10T10:01:38 West Sussex accountancy firm asks: will revised UK company size thresholds affect your business? Colin Bridgman https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/business/west-sussex-accountancy-firm-asks-will-revised-uk-company-size-thresholds-affect-your-business-5025011 https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjg3NGFhNmYxLTY2NjAtNGVlYy04ZjU1LWM0OTY1Nzc0YTM0NzowYTI5OTMwNC1lNjI4LTRmMTItOTU0OC0wNDZiMWY0MGFjNTI=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en UK government revising company size thresholds from 6 April 2025. Small companies will be defined as employing 50 people or less, with a turnover of up to £15m, up from £10.2m. Medium companies with an average of 250 people will be newly defined as £54m, from £36m. Accountants and auditors will help businesses prepare for the changes. "Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now With the UK government revising company size thresholds from 6 April 2025, businesses should assess how these...[+2322 chars]" 2025-03-10T10:00:12 When other companies stepped away from diversity efforts, e.l.f. stepped up Allison Carter https://www.prdaily.com/when-other-companies-stepped-away-from-diversity-efforts-e-l-f-stepped-up https://s39940.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/nwsl_elf_announcement_21x9-teal-v2.webp US en e.l.f. Beauty has come out in support of diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundational part of its business. CEO Tarang Amin, CEO and chairman of the affordable cosmetics brand, touts the company's 23 consecutive quarters of net growth as proof of the monetary value of inclusion. In May 2024, they released a well-received campaign dubbed 'So Many Dicks' that highlighted the number of men named Richard serving on publicly traded boards compared to minority groups. The company's board is 78% women and 44% diverse, and its employee base is 75% women, 45% diverse. While many companies – and the federal government – are walking away from diversity, equity and inclusion, either in name or in deed, e.l.f. Beauty has come out in vocal support of the practice as a f...[+4201 chars] 2025-03-10T09:43:59 NGX Group, CSCS, SEC, others rally stakeholders to accelerate gender equality in Nigeria Iheanyi Nwachukwu https://businessday.ng/news/article/ngx-group-cscs-sec-others-rally-stakeholders-to-accelerate-gender-equality-in-nigeria https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NGX-Group-1.png NG en Nigerian Exchange Group and Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) hosted a symposium to mark International Women's Day 2025. The event rallied stakeholders to drive gender inclusivity in Nigeria's economy. Hannatu Musa Musawa, Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, delivered the keynote. Umaru Kwairanga, Group Chairman of NGX Group, reaffirmed the group's commitment to gender diversity. Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), in collaboration with Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS), hosted a high-impact symposium to mark International Women's Day 2025. Themed 'Accelerate ...[+4231 chars] 2025-03-10T08:50:34 ‘Integrate values and value, make it part of your climate strategy' (VIDEO) Our Correspondent https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/integrate-values-and-value-make-it-part-of-your-climate-strategy-video https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-03-10/2qjjglpl/Shivaramrajgopal-1.png IN en There is physical risk for businesses from climate change in India, especially in agriculture-heavy economy. Socially responsible investing is a niche but growing investment strategy. Research is the only answer to rating agencies, but it's difficult to come up with a gold standard. Climate risk is business risk. Yet, a great deal of ESG reporting in India is perfunctory, compliance-driven, with a check-the-box approach. How should we view the role of the regulator in this contex...[+5174 chars] 2025-03-10T08:49:33 Notification of manager's and closely related parties' transactions with shares in Schouw & Co. https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/10/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/notification-of-managers-and-closely-related-parties-transactions-with-shares-in-schouw-co/2069993 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/10/561585.png PH en Notification and public disclosure of transactions by a person discharging managerial responsibilities at Aktieselskabet Schouw & Co. or a person closely associated with one of them pursuant to (EU) no. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council. Notification and public disclosure of transactions by a person discharging managerial responsibilities at Aktieselskabet Schouw & Co. or a person closely associated with one of them, pursuant to (EU) ...[+70 chars] 2025-03-10T08:45:01 IWD: SWAN urges government to fulfil promises to women Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4175728/iwd-swan-urges-government-to-fulfil-promises-to-women.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria has called on the government to take steps in fulfilling promises to women, particularly in governance, business and national development. Speaking in Lago, the president of the society called for action on behalf of the women accountants. The Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria has called on the government to take steps in fulfilling promises to women, particularly in governance, business, and national development. Speaking in Lago...[+34 chars] 2025-03-10T08:39:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 7: Jean See on Company of Good Recognition System and driving community giving CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-7-jean-see-company-good-recognition-system-and-driving-community-giving-4990296 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--yU7osGo7--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/03/10/1741603943-image.jpg?itok=VQDBw861 SG en NMP Jean See asked the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) to share whether the Company of Good Recognition System has encouraged more companies to engage in corporate philanthropy and social responsibility. She also asked how MCCY plans to encourage more Singaporeans to give monetary contributions to charity. In parliament on Monday (Mar 10), NMP Jean See asked the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) to share whether the Company of Good Recognition System has encouraged more companies to engage...[+223 chars] 2025-03-10T08:35:02 This is how e-gaming industry plans to ensure user safety https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/dream11-winzo-and-others-pledge-user-safety-with-new-policy/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/l15320250310124852.png IN en The CoE aims to ensure uniform user safety standards across the industry with responsible gaming and advertising policies. It requires annual third-party audits and detailed reporting mechanisms to maintain accountability and transparency. The members of the gaming industry bodies include My11Circle, Dream11, Khelo Fantasy Live, WinZO, SG11 Fantasy, Junglee Games etc. "The CoE aims to ensure uniform user safety standards across the industry with responsible gaming and advertising policies. It requires annual third-party audits and detailed reporting mechanisms to ma...[+275 chars]" 2025-03-10T08:18:56 SBI Securities Co. Ltd. Buys New Shares in The Clorox Company (NYSE:CLX) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/10/sbi-securities-co-ltd-buys-new-shares-in-the-clorox-company-nyseclx.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/the-clorox-company-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221104062931&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en SBI Securities Co. Ltd. bought a new position in shares of The Clorox Company (NYSE:CLX) during the 4th quarter. The institutional investor bought 482 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $78,000. State Street Corp boosted its position in the company by 3.1% during the 3rd quarter. Mizuho Securities USA LLC bought 4,500,000 shares. Geode Capital Management LLC bought 3,028,333 shares. Stifel Financial Corp bought 37,967 shares. FMR LLC bought 776,232 shares. The company has a market capitalization of $18.61 billion. SBI Securities Co. Ltd. bought a new position in shares of The Clorox Company (NYSE:CLX ) during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission...[+4707 chars] 2025-03-10T07:50:53 CSE highlights 73 per cent female workforce in gender equality push Kyriacos Nicolaou https://cyprus-mail.com/2025/03/10/cse-highlights-73-per-cent-female-workforce-in-gender-equality-push https://cyprus-mail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Cyprus-Stock-Exchange-CSE-upscaled.jpg CY en Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) reaffirms its commitment to gender equality in the workplace. Women constitute 73% of CSE's workforce and 50% of managerial positions. CSE encourages listed companies to adopt similar principles through its corporate governance code. EU Directive 2022/2381 has been enacted to enhance gender-balanced representation in the leadership of listed companies. The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality in the workplace, announcing that women constitute 73 per cent of its workforce, with 50 per cent holding managerial po...[+1926 chars] 2025-03-10T07:18:08 Parle Shares In Enhanced Surveillance Measures Stage 2, Mumbai-Based Company's Stock Slips Further On Monday Juviraj Anchil https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/parle-shares-in-enhanced-surveillance-measures-stage-2-mumbai-based-companys-stock-slips-further-on-monday https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-03-10/32nepg6g/Bob-Loblaw-4.jpg IN en Parle Industries shares have entered stage 2 of Enhanced Surveillance Measure or ESM. This came to pass after the company shares hit the lower circuit on Friday's trade. This fall in prices was followed by a raid that was conducted on Parle's manufacturing facilities in Mumbai's Vile Parle. "Parle Industries, the maker of the iconic Parle G biscuits, appears to be deep in peril as the company shares have entered stage 2 of Enhanced Surveillance Measure or ESM. Parle Enters ESM This came t...[+1750 chars]" 2025-03-10T07:08:36 Hong Kong based Diginex Limited Rings Nasdaq Closing Bell Following Record-Breaking IPO Performance https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/diginex-ltd-hong-kong-hong-kong-united-kingdom-business-ownership-financial-markets-93c09c307f0a434394aeb9047e2cb4a0 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/50c8bd3/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1024x576+0+54/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F67%2Fae%2F37d602bff4897964a517eb9327e1%2F79ba0778e91a43d735e8ff57b093eba4 US en Diginex Limited (Nasdaq: DGNX) is an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) solutions. Its IPO on January 22, 2025 was one of the best-performing Nasdaq-listed IPOs in the past decade. Diginex recently achieved secondary listings on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Tradegate Exchange. The Company plans to expand its global footprint across Europe, North America and Asia. Miles Pelham, Chairman and Founder, reaffirms the Company's commitment to driving innovation in sustainable RegTech and advancing ESG compliance globally. "Secondary Listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Tradegate Exchange Striving to become the largest player in sustainable RegTech HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 March 2025 - Diginex ...[+8267 chars]" 2025-03-10T07:08:03 Hong Kong based Diginex Limited Rings Nasdaq Closing Bell Following Record-Breaking IPO Performance Media Outreach https://www.galvnews.com/hong-kong-based-diginex-limited-rings-nasdaq-closing-bell-following-record-breaking-ipo-performance/article_74a07d63-9f95-593d-b54b-06e9f7f08904.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/galvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/d9/ad90a525-80ff-53fa-9751-fd5a43f6478c/67ce9330a43fd.image.jpg?crop=1024%2C538%2C0%2C72 US en Diginex Limited is an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) solutions. It celebrated a significant milestone by ringing the Nasdaq Closing Bell on March 6, 2025. This follows its successful IPO on January 22, 2025, which cemented Diginex's position as one of the best-performing Nasdaq-listed IPOs in the past decade. "Secondary Listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Tradegate Exchange Striving to become the largest player in sustainable RegTech HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 March 2025 - Diginex ...[+451 chars]" 2025-03-10T07:06:44 Norway-Thailand Roundtable Highlights Commitment to Sustainability and Business Ethics https://www.khaosodenglish.com/sponsored/2025/03/10/norway-thailand-roundtable-highlights-commitment-to-sustainability-and-business-ethics https://www.khaosodenglish.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image1-3.png TH en The 'Brand Norway in Thailand – Norwegian Sustainability Business Ethics' roundtable was held on February 27, 2025 at the Amari Hotel Bangkok to celebrate 120 years of diplomatic relations between Norway and Thailand. The event brought together leaders from business, academia and government to explore the intersection of sustainability and business ethics. BANGKOK – The 'Brand Norway in Thailand – Norwegian Sustainability Business Ethics' roundtable organised by the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce, held on February 27, 2025 at the Amari Hotel Bangkok...[+7703 chars] 2025-03-10T07:05:00 First Hydrogen Establishes First Hydrogen GmbH Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/first-hydrogen-establishes-first-hydrogen-070500413.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/d682469f5c2de708e094fee2e803b408 US en First Hydrogen Corp. (TSXV: FHYD) (OTC Pink: FHYDF) (FSE: FIT) is pleased to announce the incorporation of its wholly-owned German subsidiary, First Hydrogen GmbH. It is part of the Company's strategy to expand its presence into the European market and capitalize on the region's growing demand for clean energy solutions. Germany has made significant investments in hydrogen infrastructure and a strong policy framework supporting the adoption of green hydrogen. The company has designed and built two hydrogen- fuel-cell-powered light commercial vehicles. "Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 10, 2025) - First Hydrogen Corp. (TSXV: FHYD) (OTC Pink: FHYDF) (FSE: FIT) (""FIRST HYDROGEN"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce the incorpora...[+7275 chars]" 2025-03-10T07:01:30 Are ESG funds subsidised by their non-ESG siblings? Joachim Klement https://klementoninvesting.substack.com/p/are-esg-funds-subsidised-by-their https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F28f4ac14-75db-4219-acdf-1ab786000368_848x510.png US en According to a study, ESG funds in the same fund family get preferential treatment over their non-ESG siblings. The study authors looked at US-domiciled equity funds and found the closest match between the ESG and the non- ESG. The authors claim that the driver of this outperformance of ESG Funds may have been favourable stock allocations within a fund family. Most asset management firms tend to have both ESG and non-ESG funds on their product shelf. Often, the ESG and non-ESG funds are managed by the same fund management team or at least managed along the ...[+4391 chars] 2025-03-10T07:00:00 Hong Kong based Diginex Limited Rings Nasdaq Closing Bell Following Record-Breaking IPO Performance Diginex https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/mediaoutreach/2025/03/10/hong-kong-based-diginex-limited-rings-nasdaq-closing-bell-following-record-breaking-ipo-performance/366585 https://www.malaymail.com/theme_malaymail/images/malaymail/og-image.png MY en Diginex celebrated a significant milestone by ringing the Nasdaq Closing Bell on March 6, 2025. This follows its highly successful IPO on January 22, 2025, which cemented Diginex's position as one of the best-performing Nasdaq-listed IPOs in the past decade. The company recently achieved secondary listings on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Tradegate Exchange. It serves a diverse client base, including multinational corporations such as Coca-Cola, HSBC and Unilever, as well as small-to-medium enterprises across 30 countries. "Secondary Listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Tradegate Exchange Striving to become the largest player in sustainable RegTech The Diginex team celebrates a historic milestone at Times Square, ...[+6936 chars]" 2025-03-10T06:51:51 Broaden tax burden fairly to boost revenue – EcoCapital CEO Joshua Worlasi https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/Broaden_tax_burden_fairly_to_boost_revenue_EcoCapital_CEO https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/[] US en A more equitable distribution of the tax burden is the most realistic way to raise government revenue in a sustainable manner, according to Dela Agbo, CEO-EcoCapital Investment. He believes the government has to look at how to effectively and efficiently tax the informal sector. By Joshua Worlasi AMLANUA more equitable distribution of the tax burden represents the most realistic way to raise government revenue in a sustainable manner, Dela Agbo, CEO-EcoCapital Investment, has...[+154 chars] 2025-03-10T06:00:44 Angus Woods: Why farmers are no longer under financial pressure to sign up for eco schemes Angus Woods https://www.independent.ie/farming/comment/angus-woods-why-farmers-are-no-longer-under-financial-pressure-to-sign-up-for-eco-schemes/a972650317.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/1wvfGvEFOgpG9xaXYNhANxuR0JA=/0x4:3226x2154/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/862b050b-161b-44c0-8d05-548bfb92fe72/b17ea716-6da0-4354-b9fb-cca1bb18fb0a/862b050b-161b-44c0-8d05-548bfb92fe72.jpg IE en Today at 2:00 pm, the Climate Change Advisory Council warns that Ireland will be fined up to €26.6bn if it doesn't implement new emissions reductions measures. The 2030 deadline will fall within the lifetime of the current government. The new government will have to act sooner rather than later. "Rising household incomes tilt balance against front-loaded payments – which is why SCEP is so under-subscribed Angus Woods Today at 02:00 If Ireland doesn't implement new emissions reductions measures...[+418 chars]" 2025-03-10T05:45:52 34% of SMEs are not aware of ESG criteria https://www.naftemporiki.gr/english/1931065/34-of-smes-are-not-aware-of-esg-criteria https://www.naftemporiki.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/esg-1.jpg GR en The survey 'ESG and SMEs' was conducted by MRB Hellas on behalf of CPA Kudos Greece. 32.5% of the businesses that participated in the survey stated that they implement sustainability policies in the business. Human resource development actions (brain-drain, training, inclusion, etc.) take the lead in program implementation at 70.2%.Investments in the circular economy (recycling, resource reuse, waste reduction) follow at 69.6%. "The survey 'ESG and SMEs' was conducted by MRB Hellas on behalf of CPA Kudos Greece. Despite the fact that SMEs are not aware of the definition of ESG, 68.3% of the participants recognized their neces...[+2416 chars]" 2025-03-10T05:02:25 Red Tape Tangle: CEOs Demand Bureaucratic Overhaul in Germany Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3301627-red-tape-tangle-ceos-demand-bureaucratic-overhaul-in-germany https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/19_08_2024_15_30_11_832986.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Executives from various industries argue that cumbersome legislations drain resources better directed at modernizing their businesses. The CDU party's promise of bureaucratic reform is met with skepticism by business leaders. Concerns remain over the impact on corporate accountability and sustainability commitments among Green and Social Democrat factions. Germany's corporate leaders have voiced strong concerns over the country's overwhelming bureaucratic structure, urging the new coalition government to cut through the regulatory red tape stifling econ...[+821 chars] 2025-03-10T03:26:00 United Kingdom Asset Management Market Poised to Surpass USD 538 Billion by 2030 with Strong Growth Mar. 10, 2025 03:26 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6055440 https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f50d.png TW en The United Kingdom Asset Management Market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 11.40% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2030. There is a growing demand for diversified investment portfolios driven by investors seeking balanced and risk-managed opportunities. The location and movement tracking segment has emerged as a dominant player within the market. The United Kingdom Asset Management Market is poised to exhibit robust growth, surpassing expectations to reach a valuation of approximately USD 538 billion by 2030, more than doubling its 2023 valuat...[+7913 chars] 2025-03-10T03:20:00 IFC, CSE ring bell to accelerate women's business leadership https://www.ft.lk/news/IFC-CSE-ring-bell-to-accelerate-women-s-business-leadership/56-774053 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_9be9e41eb2.jpg LK en The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) partnered to ring the opening bell to promote women's economic empowerment and leadership in Sri Lanka. The number of women board directors in CSE-listed boards increased from 8.7% in 2024 to 13.4% in 2025. Marking a decade of collaboration, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) – a member of the World Bank Group – partnered with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and global partners to ring the open...[+4040 chars] 2025-03-10T03:00:00 CHETAN RAMLALL: Navigating a shrinking JSE stocks universe — chances amid challenges Chetan Ramlall https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/opinion/2025-03-10-chetan-ramlall-navigating-a-shrinking-jse-stocks-universe--chances-amid-challenges https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ce7ipbRICEON8g7b-Sf0yMSsmvE3IDPpM94uDHTYGqu9H7b7cTgAUhfCs6p96b1EGXorVK7NBUzNpeZDoUf6rPmiw1pHSw=s1000 ZA en The number of listings on the JSE has halved in the last 20 years. US-listed companies have also halved since 1996. There will be 12 JSE delistings in 2024 alone. Small and medium-sized stocks tend to be more illiquid and volatile than larger-sized ones. Tradability, market cap, liquidity and data quality are important in the portfolio construction process. Over the past two decades the number of listings on the JSE has halved, dropping from more than 600 in 2001 to fewer than 300 now. This trend is not isolated; globally, the World Bank reports a simila...[+5354 chars] 2025-03-10T01:19:50 Bold climate targets face cash crunch reality Zaki Abbas https://www.dawn.com/news/1896956/bold-climate-targets-face-cash-crunch-reality https://www.dawn.com/_img/social-default.jpg PK en Pakistan will submit its third NDC to outline climate goals for the next five years through 2035. It will be the third iteration of Pakistan's NDCs, with previous submissions in 2016 and 2021. In 2021, Pakistan pledged ambitious targets: reduction of greenhouse gases by 50 per cent, with 35 per cent reduction contingent on international finance. Only $4bn had materialised in international finance by 2021. There is no money to translate climate pledges into action. "• Pakistan's third NDCs look to balance mitigation and adaptation goals • Official, experts call for alternative financing amid rich nation's parsimony ISLAMABAD: As nations prepare their nationally d...[+5245 chars]" 2025-03-10T01:00:27 TX Group AG (XSWX:TXGN) (Q4 2024) Earnings Call Highlights: Navigating Challenges with ... Guru Focus News https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/tx-group-ag-xswx-txgn-010027486.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en TX Group AG (XSWX:TXGN) has a strong equity balance sheet with 76% equity. SMG showed a positive development with a 13% sales growth and a significant increase in earnings. Media and advertising markets faced challenges, particularly in the second half of 2024. The company incurred one-off costs of almost 60 million, including restructuring costs and provisions for reclaims. JobCloud is at the bottom of the job market. "Release Date: March 05, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. TX Group AG (XSWX:TXGN) reported a significant increase in cash flow a...[+3865 chars]" 2025-03-10T00:03:37 We're Interested To See How Genetic Signatures (ASX:GSS) Uses Its Cash Hoard To Grow https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/we-re-interested-to-see-how-genetic-signatures-asx-gss-uses-its-cash-869690d1e5c1490a240a9c1f4117021c6d2d1c12 https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/B_RvF3V0sPgdOqSUXAo5DA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTYxNQ--/https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7314dae971d3dd6fdb49c3c155d87895 FR en Genetic Signatures (ASX:GSS) has a negative free cash flow. The company's cash runway is the amount of time it would take to burn through its cash reserves at its current cash burn rate. In December 2024, Genetic Signatures has a cash runway of $1.5 billion. right price. For example, although software-as-a-service business Salesforce.com lost money for years while it grew recurring revenue, if you held shares since 2005, you'd have done very well indeed. ...[+683 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 EU May Fast-Track Legislation To Delay Sustainability Reporting Until 2028 Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/03/10/eu-may-fast-track-legislation-to-delay-sustainability-reporting-until-2028 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/672259e254471c9be6c3438b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en On February 26, the European Commission adopted a proposal to drastically reduce sustainability reporting requirements in the European Union. The European People's Party is pushing for a fast-track process. If the EPP is successful, the directive to delay implementation of the CSRD and CSDDD could be adopted in May or June. "The European Union (EU) flag at the European Parliament's Louise Weiss building in Strasbourg, ... [+] France, on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023. Photographer: Stefan Wermuth/Bloomberg On February 26, the Eu...[+4613 chars]" 2025-03-10T00:00:00 Simon Property Group Crosses Above 5% Yield Territory Dividend Channel https://www.forbes.com/sites/dividendchannel/2025/03/10/simon-property-group-crosses-above-5-yield-territory https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67cf3c4e370ce5d2244090a1/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Simon Property Group is an S&P 500 company. Its quarterly dividend is $8.4. Historically, dividends have provided a considerable share of the stock market's total return. Dividends are not predictable and tend to follow the ups and downs of profitability at each company. In trading on Monday, shares of Simon Property Group were yielding above the 5% mark based on its quarterly dividend (annualized to $8.4), with the stock changing hands as low as $165.02 on the day. D...[+1454 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 The way ahead: Getting IT sustainability initiatives back on track to net zero Computer Weekly https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/The_way_ahead_Getting_IT_sustainability_initiatives_back_on_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The United Nations-backed Science Based Targets Initiative launched a campaign with 1,045 companies participating in June 2019 to help limit the global average increase in the Earth's surface temperature to 1.5°C. Only a small percentage of the world's largest companies are on track to realise net zero by the mid-century. The United Nations-backed Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) launched a campaign with 1,045 companies participating in June 2019 to help limit the long-term, global average increase in the Earth'...[+285 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 ASA calls for collaboration to achieve GHG reduction goals SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/ASA_calls_for_collaboration_to_achieve_GHG_reduction_goals https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Asian Shipowners' Association (ASA) stressed the importance of achieving consensus among stakeholders to deliver the goals of the revised Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction Strategy. ASA-SNEC members are concerned about decarbonization of the global shipping industry. The Asian Shipowners' Association (ASA) released a statement emphasizing the critical importance of achieving consensus among stakeholders to deliver the goals of the revised Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Redu...[+115 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 Bluesky CEO Jay Graber Is Building a ‘Billionaire-Proof' Social Media Site New York Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/bluesky_ceo_jay_graber_is_building_a_8216billionaireproof_82 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Bluesky CEO Jay Graber is speaking at SXSW today in a shirt with the Latin phrase'mundus sine caesaribus' on it (March 10). Graber has a dislike for tech billionaires and she wears it on her sleeve at the conference. Bluesky CEO Jay Graber speaking at SXSW today in a 'mundus sine caesaribus' shirt (March 10). Samantha Burkardt/SXSW Conference & Festivals via Getty Images Jay Graber wears her distaste for tech bill...[+112 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 Tech giants are complicit in an anti-climate agenda. Employees should be speaking up Fast Company https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/Tech_giants_are_complicit_in_an_anticlimate_agenda_Employees https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Big Tech companies like Meta and Microsoft are backpedaling on climate commitments. Political headwinds and escalating energy demands are putting a spotlight on Big Tech's backpedalling on the issue. Microsoft and Meta were once vocal about their clean energy goals, but they are now pivoting towards dirty fossil fuels. Shifting political headwinds and escalating energy demands are shining a spotlight on Big Tech's backpedaling on climate commitments. Companies like Meta and Microsoft, who were once vocal about their...[+180 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 A Majority of Businesses Intrigued by the Potential of AI in Achieving Sustainability Goals Whilst Energy Consumption Concerns Persist Vietnam News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/A_Majority_of_Businesses_Intrigued_by_the_Potential_of_AI_in https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "A majority of businesses are interested in the potential of AI in achieving sustainability goals. More than one in two organizations don't understand how digital technology can help achieve these goals. Media OutReach presents the report ""Tech-Driven Sustainability Trends and Index 2024"" in China." A Majority of Businesses Intrigued by the Potential of AI in Achieving Sustainability Goals Whilst Energy Consumption Concerns Persist More than one in two organizations acknowledge gap in understandi...[+157 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 Singapore-listed firms made progress in climate reporting, but there's room for improvement Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/Singaporelisted_firms_made_progress_in_climate_reporting_but https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Only 28% of them provided all the information required under a globally recognised framework, according to the report.   . in this case, the report states that only 28% provided all of the information needed under the global framework. Only 28% of them provided all the information required under a globally recognised framework. 2025-03-10T00:00:00 Safe and Green Development Corporation Declares Stock Dividend for Shareholders system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/Safe_and_Green_Development_Corporation_Declares_Stock_Divide_m https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Safe and Green Development Corporation (NASDAQ: SGD) (the) is based in Miami, Florida and is a publicly traded company. It's trading on the Nasdaq. It has a market value of $10.25.  MIAMI, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Safe and Green Development Corporation (NASDAQ: SGD) (the 2025-03-10T00:00:00 CIBC releases 2024 ESG disclosures updating its progress toward a more sustainable future Français Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/CIBC_releases_2024_ESG_disclosures_updating_its_progress_tow https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en CIBC has released its annual environmental, social, and governance (ESG) disclosures. The disclosures provide a progress update on CIBC's ESG strategy and outline how the bank is. CIBC is committed to fostering economic growth and enabling a more sustainable future. TORONTO, /CNW/ - CIBC (TSX: CM) (NYSE: CM) today released its annual environmental, social, and governance (ESG) disclosures that include the 2024 Sustainability Report and Public Accountability State...[+277 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 It's not easy going green — but stay on track and it will pay off The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/It_s_not_easy_going_green_but_stay_on_track_and_it_will_pay_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en It's getting harder for businesses to do the right thing and easier to let commitments drop. Partly this is down to the political sands shifting, with the likes of President Trump rubbishing sustainability initiatives. It's not surprising, when they hear 'drill, baby, drill' from the US. When it comes to sustainability, it's getting harder for businesses to do the right thing and easier to let commitments drop. Partly this is down to the political sands shifting, with the likes of Pre...[+120 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 Petrobras and EIG Energy settle lawsuit in the United States (Form 6-K) (PETROBRAS - Petróleo Brasileiro SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/Petrobras_and_EIG_Energy_settle_lawsuit_in_the_United_States https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Petrobras and EIG Energy settle the lawsuit in the United States on March 7, 2025. The board of directors of Petrobras has approved the settlement agreement to this effect. The settlement is based on disclosures dated March 31, 2017 and August 9, 2022. ) Petrobras and EIG Energy settle lawsuit in the United States - Rio de Janeiro, March 7, 2025 - Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras, following the disclosures dated March 31, 2017, and August 9, 202...[+79 chars] 2025-03-10T00:00:00 Five Strategies To Maximize ROI Of Corporate Social Impact Initiatives Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/10/Five_Strategies_To_Maximize_ROI_Of_Corporate_Social_Impact_I https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "There are five key strategies to enhance the ROI of your corporate social impact initiatives. They are based on insights from insights helping clients increase engagement and increase their ROI. They include: ""Increase engagement"" and ""Increase ROI"". ""Increase Engagement"". " Drawing from insights helping clients increase engagement, here are five key strategies to enhance the ROI of your corporate social impact initiatives. 2025-03-09T23:35:00 EDII champions green entrepreneurship at Kol roundtable meet Krishnendu Bandopadhyay https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kolkata/edii-champions-green-entrepreneurship-at-kol-roundtable-meet/articleshow/118824887.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-118824884,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-53522,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en The Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) reaffirmed its commitment to green entrepreneurship at a recent roundtable meet in Kolkata. It aligns with the govt of India's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and net-zero targets. Green entrepreneurship addresses environmental challenges while creating economic opportunities. "1 2 Kolkata: The Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) reaffirmed its commitment to green entrepreneurship at a recent roundtable meet in the city. Aligning with the govt of India's S...[+1134 chars]" 2025-03-09T23:08:43 Seven oil firms to remit $37.43m debt by August Dirisu Yakubu https://punchng.com/seven-oil-firms-to-remit-37-43m-debt-by-august-reps https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/21164518/House-of-Reps-at-plenary-e1690997627249.webp NG en The House of Representatives secured commitments from seven oil and gas processing companies to remit a total of $37.43m to the Federation Account before August 2025. The pledged repayment is part of a N9tn outstanding liability flagged by the Auditor General for the Federation in his 2021 report submitted to the National Assembly. The Public Accounts Committee also uncovered $1.7bn (N2.5tn) owed by 45 companies in unpaid royalty payments as of December 31, 2024. "The House of Representatives has secured commitments from seven oil and gas processing companies to remit a total of $37.43m (approximately N58bn) to the Federation Account before August 2025. This fo...[+2703 chars]" 2025-03-09T22:29:01 ECOP: Avoid overreaction to summer heat, let companies manage workplace safety Manila Bulletin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/09/ECOP_Avoid_overreaction_to_summer_heat_let_companies_manage_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/09/[] US en The government should allow companies to exercise 'common sense' in implementing their health and safety policies, according to the Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) President Sergio Ortiz-Luis. The dry season is approaching and the government should not overreact. With the dry season approaching, the government should allow companies to exercise 'common sense' in implementing their health and safety policies, according to Employers Confederation of the Philippi...[+168 chars] 2025-03-09T21:49:02 Reps Secure Seven Oil Coys To Remit $37.4m To Federation Account Before August New Telegraph https://newtelegraphng.com/reps-secure-seven-oil-coys-to-remit-37-4m-to-federation-account-before-august https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/House-of-Reps-1.jpeg NG en Seven major operators in Nigeria's oil and gas industry have agreed to remit a total of $37,435,094.52 to the Federation Account before August 2025. The House Public Accounts Committee's scrutiny of financial records from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission flagged significant lapses in royalty payments and reconciliation processes across the sector. "Share The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Akin Rotimi, has disclosed that seven major operators in Nigeria's oil and gas industry have undertaken to rem...[+3024 chars]" 2025-03-09T20:55:19 Seven oil firms to remit $37.43m after Reps probe Dirisu Yakubu https://punchng.com/seven-oil-firms-to-remit-37-43m-after-reps-probe https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/21164518/House-of-Reps-at-plenary-e1690997627249.webp NG en The House of Representatives has secured the commitment of seven oil and gas processing companies to remit a total sum of $37.43m to the Federation Account before August 2025. The commitment came against the backdrop of a probe into the financial records from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. The promised repayment forms part of a ₦9tn outstanding liability queried by the Auditor General for the Federation in his 2021 report. "The House of Representatives has secured the commitment of seven oil and gas processing companies to remit a total sum of $37. 43m (About N58bn to the Federation Account before August 2025. The commit...[+2159 chars]" 2025-03-09T19:32:05 South Dakota law raises questions about future of massive Midwest pipeline Sarah Raza https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/south-dakota-law-raises-questions-about-future-of-massive-midwest-pipeline-f27a01bbd99513c85c9425e3aa3083c4f7e84fe1 https://media.washtimes.com/media/image/2025/03/06/Carbon_Capture_Pipeline_24411.jpg FR en Summit Carbon Solutions is planning an estimated $8.9 billion pipeline to carry greenhouse gas emissions from more than 50 ethanol plants in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota to a spot in North Dakota. The current proposed route would cut through nearly 700 miles of South Dakota before entering North Dakota, so rerouting to the east through Minnesota would be a big challenge. "SIOUX FALLS, S.D. | Summit Carbon Solutions, the company behind the estimated $8.9 billion pipeline, vowed to keep pursuing the project despite South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden's announcement Thursday t...[+1296 chars]" 2025-03-09T18:39:00 BoardPAC receives 3rd Carbon Neutral Certification DM Editorial https://www.dailymirror.lk/business-news/BoardPAC-receives-3rd-Carbon-Neutral-Certification/273-303983 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-singapore-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.sg.dailymirror.lk/assets/uploads/image_fae49e2488.jpg LK en BoardPAC has been awarded the Carbon Neutral Certification for the third consecutive year. The certification recognises BoardPAC's dedication to fostering a low-carbon business environment and promoting sustainable corporate practices in the year 2023. BoardPAC has a presence in over 40 countries and its technology has helped businesses reduce their reliance on printed documents. From left: Sri Lanka Climate Fund Accounts Executive Sanjeewa Wickramasinghe, Sri Lanka Climate Fund Acting Chief Executive Officer Harshani Abeyrathna, Environment Ministry Secretary and Sri Lanka Cl...[+2067 chars] 2025-03-09T16:00:00 Newco's bid for Barloworld: engaging with PIC over governance and transformation concerns Philippa Larkin https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/economy/newcos-bid-for-barloworld-engaging-with-pic-over-governance-and-transformation-concerns-6e38c5b7-5ddd-4760-8a5e-edee3700a618 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Newco-a-recently-formed-special-purpose-consortium-which-is-intensifying-efforts-to-drive-its-bid-to-acquire-JSE-listed-industrial-giant-Barloworld-said-on-Friday-that-it-will-be-engaging-the-Public-Investment-Corporation-on-its-broad-based-transformation-objective?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/fef9ecc3a2c6174353f9d4ab26c05edec1317a77/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x101&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Newco, a special purpose consortium, is intensifying efforts to drive its bid to acquire JSE-listed industrial giant Barloworld. Newco comprises Entsha Proprietary and Gulf Falcon Holding, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zahid Group. The takeover saga began heating up in late 2024 when the Consortium, backed by Saudi-based Zahid and including Dominic Barela as a director, proposed a R23.10 per share scheme of arrangement. The PIC has publicly opposed the deal, citing governance concerns. Newco, a recently formed special purpose consortium, which is intensifying efforts to drive its bid to acquire JSE-listed industrial giant Barloworld, said on Friday that it will be engaging the Publi...[+5199 chars] 2025-03-09T13:59:40 Is It Worth Considering Veren Inc. (TSE:VRN) For Its Upcoming Dividend? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/worth-considering-veren-inc-tse-135940432.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/fef15a04bcb8e7f05d317d73670619f7 US en Veren Inc. stock is about to trade ex-dividend in four days. The company's next dividend payment will be CA$0.115 per share. Veren has a trailing yield of 6.5% on the current share price of CA$7.06. Last year Veren paid out 100% of its profits as dividends to shareholders. Its earnings per share have been increasing by 38% per year for the past five years. Veren Inc. (TSE:VRN) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in four days. The ex-dividend date is usually set to be two business days before the record date, which is the cut-off date on which you must b...[+4305 chars] 2025-03-09T13:57:27 Sadiq Khan under fire for failing to set ‘interim targets' on net zero carbon emissions in London by 2030 https://southwarknews.co.uk/area/london/sadiq-khan-under-fire-for-failing-to-set-interim-targets-on-net-zero-carbon-emissions-in-london-by-2030 https://southwarknews.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Sadiq-Khan.jpg GB en Zack Polanski, the Green Party's deputy leader, accused Sir Sadiq Khan of showing 'an astounding level of complacency' by not setting interim targets for his mission to achieve net zero in London by 2030. Mete Coban, the deputy mayor for the environment, insisted there are'many mechanisms' by which City Hall can be held to account as it strives to slash carbon emissions. "Sir Sadiq Khan was accused on Tuesday of showing 'an astounding level of complacency' by failing to set 'interim targets' for his mission to achieve net zero in London by 2030. Zack Polanski, the Gree...[+3564 chars]" 2025-03-09T13:36:09 Korean firms on alert as shareholder activism hits record levels 바바리안의 미국주식 정복기 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/044/0000267406 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/044/2025/03/09/0000267406_001_20250309133609277.jpg?type=w800 KR en 83 percent of listed companies expect activism to rise if new corporate governance laws are passed. The proportion of shareholder proposals initiated by individual shareholders or shareholder alliances has nearly doubled, rising from 27.1 percent in 2015 to 50.7 percent in 2024. Most common demands raised through shareholder engagement include dividend increases, share buybacks and cancellations. "83 percent of listed companies expect activism to rise if new corporate governance laws are passed: KCCI survey (123rf) South Korean listed companies are increasingly wary of the growing influence of ...[+3420 chars]" 2025-03-09T13:30:00 Trustworthy: understanding South Africa's greylisting https://www.iol.co.za/personal-finance/financial-planning/trustworthy-understanding-south-africas-greylisting-8306e069-4bf4-4839-94ab-067b9606065c https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/South-Africa-s-journey-towards-exiting-the-FATF-greylist-faces-significant-challenges-with-key-action-items-still-outstanding-This-article-explores-the-government-s-efforts-and-the-implications-of-remaining-greylisted?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/cd0d53fea5af09a81e05c6a0a178a9294b175f1c/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x202&resize=2000x1125 ZA en South Africa was placed on the Financial Action Task Force's greylist in February 2023 for failing to comply with international standards on anti-money laundering and terrorist financing. The government made a bold commitment to remove South Africa from the list by early 2025, two years after the greylisting. South Africa still has 6 outstanding issues to address before it can be removed. Have we done enough as a country to be removed from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF's) greylist? Not yet. So, what has hindered us from fulfilling our promise? In the FATF Mutual Evaluation Repo...[+10930 chars] 2025-03-09T13:23:53 Should Income Investors Look At Silvercrest Asset Management Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SAMG) Before Its Ex-Dividend? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/income-investors-look-silvercrest-asset-132353979.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f88d3d8c5618aa88ce2627c2a1cda340 US en Silvercrest Asset Management Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SAMG) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in four days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.20 per share. Last year's total dividend payments were $0.80, which gives the company a trailing yield of 4.7%. Its dividend payout ratio is 79%, which means the company is paying out a majority of its earnings. Its earnings per share have remained effectively flat over the past five years. Silvercrest Asset Management Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SAMG) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in four days. Typically, the ex-dividend date is one business day before the record date, which is the date on...[+4018 chars] 2025-03-09T12:42:22 Should You Buy The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE:THG) For Its Upcoming Dividend? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/buy-hanover-insurance-group-inc-124222803.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/3e52ee1226beceda60ea12e1753723f0 US en The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE:THG) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.90 per share. Last year the company paid a total of US$3.60 to shareholders. It has a trailing yield of 2.2% on its current stock price of US $166.38. Its earnings per share have remained effectively flat over the past five years. It looks like The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE:THG) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend date occurs one day before the record date, which is the day on which sharehol...[+3903 chars] 2025-03-09T12:18:47 MGP Ingredients, Inc. (NASDAQ:MGPI) Will Pay A US$0.12 Dividend In Four Days Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mgp-ingredients-inc-nasdaq-mgpi-121847319.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/41c04e165bbdebaea416f343d1fc2275 US en MGP Ingredients, Inc. (NASDAQ:MGPI) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in 4 days. The upcoming dividend is US$0.12 a share. MGP Ingredients has a trailing yield of 1.4% on the current stock price of US$34.01. The company paid out 31% of its profit last year and 34% of the free cash flow as dividends. Its 6.6% per annum decline in earnings in the past 5 years casts doubt on the future sustainability of the dividend. MGP Ingredients, Inc. (NASDAQ:MGPI) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in 4 days. The ex-dividend date is usually set to be one business day before the record date, which is the cut-off date on which...[+4130 chars] 2025-03-09T12:05:32 Be Sure To Check Out CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) Before It Goes Ex-Dividend Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/sure-check-crh-plc-nyse-120532218.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/149379d8a650c85760e756f72bf83078 US en CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) is about to trade ex-dividend. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.37 per share. Last year the company paid a total of US$1.40 to shareholders. CRH has a trailing yield of 1.5%. The company paid out 71% of its free cash flow as dividends last year. Its earnings per share have grown at a nice rate in recent years. Readers hoping to buy CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) for its dividend will need to make their move shortly, as the stock is about to trade ex-dividend. The ex-dividend date is usually set to be one business day b...[+4045 chars] 2025-03-09T11:29:37 Playbook Partners Aims for the Billion-Dollar Mark in Indian Tech Growth Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3301186-playbook-partners-aims-for-the-billion-dollar-mark-in-indian-tech-growth https://www.devdiscourse.com/images/newstheme.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Playbook Partners is planning to invest $20 million in each of 12-15 high-potential companies over the next two years. The focus will be on SaaS, E-commerce, Healthtech, and ClimateTech sectors. The firm's portfolio already includes Myntra, PolicyBazaar, and SpaceX. Growth capital firm Playbook Partners is setting its sights on investing $20 million in each of about 12-15 high-potential companies over the next two years, as stated by a leading company official. T...[+872 chars] 2025-03-09T09:10:01 Why a former Netflix HR director says cutting low performers boosts morale Geoff Weiss https://www.businessinsider.com/netflix-hr-exec-says-cutting-low-performers-boosts-morale-2025-3 https://i.insider.com/67cb54fe69253ccddf98a6fb?width=1200&format=jpeg US en Netflix has a high-performance culture. Cheick Soumaré, a former HR director, supports several teams from 2020 to 2022. He likes Netflix's culture of feedback and transparency. Netflix no longer sends companywide emails explaining why someone was let go, but declined to specify when. "Debate has swirled in tech recently around cutting ""low performers."" A former Netflix HR director says proactive firings can improve morale among high achievers. He also explained Netflix's culture of...[+3072 chars]" 2025-03-09T08:49:50 AI, ESG, and credit ratings: A new era of sustainable finance CO-EDP https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3287536-ai-esg-and-credit-ratings-a-new-era-of-sustainable-finance https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/06_03_2025_14_55_10_8357086.webp?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly important role in financial decision-making. There is a growing concern about the sustainability of AI-driven financial models. Paolo Giudici and Lunshuai Wu have published a study titled Sustainable Artificial Intelligence in Finance: Impact of ESG Factors on Credit Ratings in Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence (2025, 8, 1566197). Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly crucial role in financial decision-making, particularly in areas like credit ratings, risk assessment, and investment strategies. However, the sustai...[+5103 chars] 2025-03-09T08:10:03 Dunelm Group (LON:DNLM) Could Be A Buy For Its Upcoming Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dunelm-group-lon-dnlm-could-081003630.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/68a62d0478086092f5e53e71573f470a US en Dunelm Group plc (LON:DNLM) is about to go ex-dividend in three days. The company's next dividend payment will be UK£0.515 per share. Last year's total dividend payments show that Dunelm group has a trailing yield of 8.2% on the current share price of UK£9.62. In the last 10 years the company has lifted its dividend by approximately 15% a year on average. It paid out only 29% of its free cash flow in the past year. Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be intrigued to know that Dunelm Group plc (LON:DNLM) is about to go ex-dividend in ju...[+4650 chars] 2025-03-09T06:40:11 MTN Nigeria Reiterates Commitment To Sustainability Leadership News https://leadership.ng/mtn-nigeria-reiterates-commitment-to-sustainability https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/mtn-2.png NG en MTN Nigeria has been awarded a 'B-' in Climate Change and a 'C' in Water Security by the global Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). MTN is committed to sustainability initiatives by creating shared value for stakeholders through responsible environmental, social and governance practices/solutions. "MTN Nigeria has been awarded a 'B-' in Climate Change and a 'C' in Water Security by the global Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These scores underscore the telco's approach to addressing environmenta...[+1589 chars]" 2025-03-09T06:31:20 Egbin Power promotes gender equality, seeks greater participation of women The Eagle Online https://theeagleonline.com.ng/egbin-power-promotes-gender-equality-seeks-greater-participation-of-women https://theeagleonline.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EGBIN-POWER.jpg NG en Egbin Power, Nigeria's leading power generation company has organised an event to honour women in the company and across the world for the International Women's Day 2025. The CEO, Mokhtar Bounour, reiterated the company's commitment to fostering gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in line with Sustainable Development Goal 5. Egbin Power, Nigeria's leading power generation company, has underscored the invaluable contributions of women in the power sector and across facets of society, emphasising the need for increased part...[+4129 chars] 2025-03-09T06:10:43 Finance Ministry must confirm whether it has provided relevant data on oil taxes for EITI reports Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/03/09/opinion/letters/finance-ministry-must-confirm-whether-it-has-provided-relevant-data-on-oil-taxes-for-eiti-reports https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en Guyana became a member of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) on October 25, 2017. The Oil and Gas Governance Network Guyana (OGGN) has raised concerns about the lack of transparency regarding tax payments made by the Government of Guyana on behalf of ExxonMobil and its partners. OGGN has asked the Commissioner General of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), Godfrey Statia, and the Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, for public confirmation on whether the government has made tax payments. The Ministry of Finance plays a key role in providing financial data on revenues collected from the extractive sector. "Dear Editor, Guyana became a member of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) on October 25, 2017. Since then, the country has been expected to adhere to EITI standards by disclosing...[+3520 chars]" 2025-03-09T05:05:20 South Dakota law raises questions about future of massive Midwest pipeline Sarah Raza https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/03/09/south-dakota-pipeline-carbon-capture/19303e86-fca4-11ef-bbd0-5841f0ec1418_story.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/7KQSZLX2WUI67O6QLBA7B3AUDA_size-normalized.jpg&w=1440 US en A new law in South Dakota prohibits the use of eminent domain to acquire land for carbon capture pipelines. The law raises questions about the viability of a proposed 2,500-mile project snaking through five Midwest states. Summit Carbon Solutions, the company behind the estimated $8.9 billion pipeline, vows to keep pursuing the project despite the law. SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — A new law in South Dakota prohibiting the use of eminent domain to acquire land for carbon capture pipelines raises questions about the viability of a proposed 2,500 mile (4,023-ki...[+423 chars] 2025-03-09T05:03:49 South Dakota law raises questions about future of massive Midwest pipeline - WNKY News 40 Television https://www.wnky.com/i/south-dakota-law-raises-questions-about-future-of-massive-midwest-pipeline https://wpcdn.us-east-1.vip.tn-cloud.net/www.wnky.com/content/uploads/2018/10/favicon.ico US en New law in South Dakota prohibits the use of eminent domain to acquire land for carbon capture pipelines. Summit Carbon Solutions has vowed to pursue the pipeline project despite the law. Plans call for the pipeline to carry greenhouse gas emissions from more than 50 ethanol plants in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota. SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — A new law in South Dakota prohibiting the use of eminent domain to acquire land for carbon capture pipelines challenges the viability of a proposed project snaking through fiv...[+508 chars] 2025-03-09T04:32:04 APRA-style term limits would wipe out up to 30pc of ASX directors Joshua Peach https://www.afr.com/markets/equity-markets/apra-style-term-limits-would-wipe-out-up-to-30pc-of-asx-directors-20250307-p5lhus https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.1902%2C$multiply_4%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_85/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/9b80c23d9b395d0b971638e4e86458ede685e74b AU en Nearly a third of directors would be forced to exit their boards by 2028 if a 10-year term limit was extended to the ASX300. The proposal was proposed on Thursday by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority on companies it regulates and would apply to banks, super funds and insurers. Nearly a third of directors, or more than 500, would be forced to exit their boards by 2028 if a 10-year term limit – proposed by the financial regulator for banks, super funds and insurers – was exte...[+224 chars] 2025-03-09T04:28:56 IWD2025: Nigerian women make fresh demands The Sun https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4173422/iwd2025-nigerian-women-make-fresh-demands.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Want COAS, CNS, CAS, IGP positions. Request new strategies to expand governance space in their favour. IWD2025 is held 33 years after the Beijing Conference, held in China in 1995. There has been slow progress to expand the presence of women in Nigeria's governance space. Want COAS, CNS, CAS, IGP positionsRequest new strategies to expand governance space in their favourBy Enyeribe Ejiogu and Scholastica Hir Thirty-three years after the Beijing Conference, held in China...[+211 chars] 2025-03-09T00:51:46 The DBS Group Holdings Ltd (SGX:D05) Yearly Results Are Out And Analysts Have Published New Forecasts Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dbs-group-holdings-ltd-sgx-005146038.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/5150db5e6af2cd27d4574e2ec12fd8ce US en DBS Group Holdings Ltd (SGX:D05) last week reported its latest yearly results. It delivered revenues of S$22b and statutory earnings per share of S $3.94. The consensus price target is largely unchanged at S$48.50. The most optimistic analyst has a price target of S$53.70 per share, while the most pessimistic value is S$42.75. DBS Group Holdings Ltd (SGX:D05) last week reported its latest yearly results, which makes it a good time for investors to dive in and see if the business is performing in line with expectations. DBS ...[+4190 chars] 2025-03-09T00:00:00 SEC shuts down Ecomamoni, revokes registration for illegal investment scheme Manila Bulletin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/09/SEC_shuts_down_Ecomamoni_revokes_registration_for_illegal_in https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Commission revoked the corporate registration of Ecomamoni Environmental Recyclable Materials Manufacturing Inc. for soliciting investments from the public without the necessary license from the Commission. The SEC's enforcement and investor protection department said that such a registration does not provide corporations authority to solicit investments. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revoked the corporate registration of Ecomamoni Environmental Recyclable Materials Manufacturing Inc. for soliciting investments from the public withou...[+226 chars] 2025-03-08T23:58:48 Tree falls into building at Scarborough https://www.cairnspost.com.au/news/queensland/tree-falls-into-building-at-scarborough/video/913a6f2c3cd3ccdf94c6e35a853de566 https://cf-images.ap-southeast-2.prod.boltdns.net/v1/static/5348771529001/296af0e9-6185-4c1a-a1bc-7dab97286428/3949357e-8c6b-4b82-ace4-f836446d44b8/720x1280/match/image.jpg AU en Loaded is 54.11% and shares are 54% of the total load. Share this article. Share it on Facebook and Twitter. Share on Google+ and on Reddit. Share on Facebook. share on Google+. share on Twitter. "Loaded: 54.11% Share X" 2025-03-08T22:03:36 SRG Global Limited (ASX:SRG) Looks Interesting, And It's About To Pay A Dividend Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/srg-global-limited-asx-srg-220336779.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/9387484536d295ac2492be4d631ec660 US en SRG Global Limited (ASX:SRG) is about to trade ex-dividend. The company's next dividend payment will be AU$0.025 per share on the 11th of April. Last year, SRG Global distributed $0.05 per share to shareholders. It has a trailing yield of 4.1% on the current stock price of AU$1.22. It paid out more than half of its earnings last year and paid out only 35% of its free cash flow. Readers hoping to buy SRG Global Limited (ASX:SRG) for its dividend will need to make their move shortly, as the stock is about to trade ex-dividend. Typically, the ex-dividend date is two business da...[+4399 chars] 2025-03-08T19:19:00 The continuing relevance of ESG initiatives Geetha Ravichandran https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinions/2025/Mar/08/the-continuing-relevance-of-esg-initiatives https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-03-08%2Fcldn157z%2FNew-Project-54.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en The US government's decision to exit the Paris Accord and discarding diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies is setting the clock back. Milton Friedman's theory that the corporation exists to maximise profits for its shareholders seems to be back in vogue. ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) initiatives integrated into business processes and decision-making considering long-term sustainability and stakeholder interests are being reconsidered. Climate action and diversity policies are, of late, facing geopolitical headwinds. The US government exiting the Paris Accord and discarding diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, branding le...[+6029 chars] 2025-03-08T18:35:24 Musk claims Starlink is blocked in South Africa due to Race-Based laws Jennifer Hicks https://weeklyblitz.net/2025/03/09/musk-claims-starlink-is-blocked-in-south-africa-due-to-race-based-laws https://weeklyblitz.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Musk-claims-Starlink-is-blocked-in-South-Africa-due-to-Race-Based-laws-600x337.jpg US en Elon Musk claims that his satellite internet service, Starlink, is not allowed to operate in South Africa because he is not black. South African officials reject the claim, saying that race has nothing to do with the restrictions placed on Starlink's entry into the market. South Africa's Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) policy requires foreign telecommunications firms to be at least 30% owned by 'persons from historically disadvantaged groups' Tech billionaire and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has ignited a heated debate over South Africa's racial policies, claiming that his satellite internet service, Starlink, is not allowed to operate in the coun...[+6141 chars] 2025-03-08T17:34:00 Only 7% women directors are non-promoters: Report Dipak Mondal https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2025/Mar/08/only-7-women-directors-are-non-promoters-report-2 https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-03-08%2Ffh0jrb6l%2FWomen-leadership-Unspalsh.JPG?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en The representation of women falls drastically as one moves up the corporate ladder. 97% of the 2,133 companies listed on NSE main board have at least one woman director on board as on 6 March 2025. The Companies Act, 2013 mandates that every listed company and any public company with a paid-up share capital of Rs. 100 crore or more is required to appoint at least 1 woman director. The representation of women falls drastically as one moves up the corporate ladder, a report by PRIME Database shows. From 23% employees being women, the share of women dwindles down as we go up the h...[+2444 chars] 2025-03-08T16:01:01 Powerful Winds Rip Tree From Roots During Cyclone Alfred https://www.cairnspost.com.au/news/national/powerful-winds-rip-tree-from-roots-during-cyclone-alfred/video/67cb4955830e12eca4962f082e8126ea https://cf-images.ap-southeast-2.prod.boltdns.net/v1/static/5348771529001/026d236d-37b9-4427-9964-80f3830ff1c6/283b2827-4251-4b0e-b8fc-5c642b693869/1280x720/match/image.jpg AU en Loaded: 58.25%, share: 0.01%, profit: 1.25%. Share: 0%. Share: 1%. Share : 0.00%, profit : 1.5%. Share Share: 58%. Share : 1%. "Loaded: 58.25% Share X" 2025-03-08T14:40:04 Impeached President Yoon Waves to Supporters After Release From Prison https://www.cairnspost.com.au/news/national/impeached-president-yoon-waves-to-supporters-after-release-from-prison/video/7d0ba8465cca524876a335f924e6c512 https://cf-images.ap-southeast-2.prod.boltdns.net/v1/static/5348771529001/c646722b-0472-48ba-8976-d56825867c97/f08dad61-a61e-4d33-a800-1b408040b0cf/1280x720/match/image.jpg AU en Loaded: 45.85%, share: 45%, load: 45,85%, load percentage: 0.01%. Share: 0,0,1,0.0,0.01%. Share: 1,0,.1,1. "Loaded: 45.85% Share X" 2025-03-08T12:18:21 Eastern Cape bans school liquor licences in major education reform Loyiso Sidimba https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/eastern-cape-bans-school-liquor-licences-in-major-education-reform-d46ab4c6-6c55-4adf-9044-4fedcf49a818 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Education-bosses-in-the-Eastern-Cape-have-issued-a-stern-warning-to-school-governing-bodies-and-principals-who-licences-to-sell-alcohol-in-schools?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/f04ec7cd223371d1d9e7509a7ca022369a21db32/2000&operation=CROP&offset=7x0&resize=1986x1117 ZA en Eastern Cape Education Department has issued a stern warning to school governing bodies (SGBs) and principals after it emerged that some have licences permitting the sale of liquor on school premises. Acting head of department Sharon Maasdorp has ordered that all schools holding permanent liquor licences not to renew them and/or seek immediate cancellation. THE Eastern Cape Education Department has issued a stern warning to school governing bodies (SGBs) and principals after it emerged that some have licences permitting the sale of liquor on school premi...[+5103 chars] 2025-03-08T12:14:31 'Healthy buildings' law heads to council, again Matthew Eadie https://evanstonnow.com/healthy-buildings-law-heads-to-council-again https://evanstonnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/shared77.jpg US en The City of Evanston's proposed 'Healthy Buildings Ordinance' has been delayed three times. The law would set net-zero carbon emissions and electrification standards for about 500 buildings in Evanston by 2050. It has raised concerns among large institutions, like Northwestern University, which say it unfairly targets the university. The changes the City Council will consider on Monday include adding two additional members to the Healthy Buildings Accountability Board and requiring at least three members be nominated directly by building owners. The City of Evanston's proposed 'Healthy Buildings Ordinance,' which has repeatedly faced opposition at the City Council and has been delayed three times so far, will head back to the City Council Mon...[+3961 chars] 2025-03-08T10:20:43 Government poised for ‘substantial change' to ZEV Mandate after Nissan lobbying Guy Taylor https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/electric-vehicle-rules-relaxed-nissan-144015986.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cityam_736/9b88a2746e21805e255d2679d55304d3 US en The government will relax electric vehicle sales quotas after Nissan claims they threatened the future of its Sunderland manufacturing plant. The policy had initially targetted 80% of sales each year to be electric by 2030, but now it will be reduced to 50%. The policy change was supported by energy secretary Ed Miliband. "The government has indicated it plans to relax electric vehicle sales quotas after Nissan claimed they threatened the future of its Sunderland manufacturing plant. Jonathan Reynolds told the Times a '...[+1864 chars]" 2025-03-08T10:00:37 UCEM CEO advocates for private sector role in enhancing local content in East Africa The Independent https://www.independent.co.ug/ucem-ceo-advocates-for-private-sector-role-in-enhancing-local-content-in-east-africa https://www.independent.co.ug/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Humphrey-Asiimwe-photo-EAPCE.jpg UG en Humphrey Asiimwe is the CEO of the Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals. He was speaking at the 11th East African Petroleum Conference & Exhibition in Dar es Salaam on March 6. He stressed the importance of local content development, skills enhancement, and policy advocacy. "UCEM CEO, Humphrey Asiimwe speaking at the 11th EAPCE Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals (UCEM) Chief Executive Officer, Humphrey Asiimwe has reitera...[+3931 chars]" 2025-03-08T09:56:20 EPA mandates approval from Musk's DOGE for spending over $50K https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/world/epa-says-approval-from-musk-s-doge-required-for-high-value-spending/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/l31720250308123848.jpeg IN en The Environmental Protection Agency in the US has issued new guidance directing that spending on items greater than $50,000 now need approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The guidance, issued this week, escalates the role that the new efficiency group plays in EPA operations. "The guidance was issued this week The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the US, has issued new guidance directing that spending on items greater than $50,000 now need approval from Elon Musk's ...[+332 chars]" 2025-03-08T09:12:06 JSE Rings Bell to Champion Gender Equality on International Women's Day Editor https://iafrica.com/jse-rings-bell-to-champion-gender-equality-on-international-womens-day https://iafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/04beee44-64c2-6c88-7059-1f9596dfa062.jpg ZA en Africa's largest stock exchange participated in the global 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' initiative. It is in line with International Women's Day's theme: 'For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.' This event is marking the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Women comprise 55% of the JSE's Board and 78% of its Executive Committee. Africa's largest stock exchange participated in the global 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' initiative, aligning with International Women's Day's theme: 'For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. ...[+458 chars] 2025-03-08T07:33:44 Julius Bär Gruppe (VTX:BAER) Has Announced A Dividend Of CHF2.60 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/julius-b-r-gruppe-vtx-073344728.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f88d3d8c5618aa88ce2627c2a1cda340 US en Julius Bär Gruppe AG (VTX:BAER) will pay a dividend of CHF2.60 on the 16th of April. The annual payment is 4.2% of the current stock price, which is above the average for the industry. The company has been growing its earnings per share at 18% a year over the past five years. "Julius Bär Gruppe AG (VTX:BAER) will pay a dividend of CHF2.60 on the 16th of April. This means the annual payment is 4.2% of the current stock price, which is above the average for the industry. See ...[+3209 chars]" 2025-03-08T07:26:56 Shiv Nadar Reshapes HCL's Future with Major Stake Transfer to Daughter Manoj Yadav https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/shiv-nadar-reshapes-hcls-future-with-major-stake-transfer-to-daughter https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-03-08/wzar21av/shiv-nadar-hcl.jpg IN en Billionaire industrialist Shiv Nadar has transferred 47% of his shareholding in HCL Corporation and Vama Sundari Investments (Delhi) Pvt Ltd to his daughter Roshni Nadar Malhotra. The move is part of a broader strategy to ensure a smooth leadership transition within the HCL Group. Rshni's shareholding has increased to 57.33%, making her the majority stakeholder. Billionaire industrialist Shiv Nadar has transferred 47 per cent of his shareholding in HCL Corporation and Vama Sundari Investments (Delhi) Pvt Ltd (VSIPL) to his daughter, Roshni Nadar Malhotra. The...[+1862 chars] 2025-03-08T06:42:10 There's A Lot To Like About Transpaco's (JSE:TPC) Upcoming R00.75 Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/theres-lot-transpacos-jse-tpc-064210522.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/d87d808830e2aedc066b03f242222480 US en Transpaco Limited (JSE:TPC) is about to go ex-dividend in 3 days. The company's next dividend payment will be R00.75 per share. Last year's total dividend payments show that Transpaco has a trailing yield of 6.6% on the current share price of R036.50. It paid out 48% of its profit last year and 52% of free cash flow. Its earnings per share have grown 21% per year for the past five years. Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be intrigued to know that Transpaco Limited (JSE:TPC) is about to go ex-dividend in ju...[+3960 chars] 2025-03-08T06:01:00 Sebi proposes lower application size for ZCZP PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-proposes-lower-application-size-for-zczp/articleshow/118797022.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118797036,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-8430,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi proposed to cut the minimum application size for Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments issued by non-profit organizations on Social Stock Exchange to Rs 5,000 or Rs 1,000 from the existing Rs 10,000. If implemented, the move would boost the retail participation in ZCZP issuances by NPOs listed on SSE. "New Delhi: Sebi on Friday proposed to cut the minimum application size for public issuance of Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments issued by non-profit organizations on Social Stock Exchange (SSE) t...[+4686 chars]" 2025-03-08T06:00:00 New EPA guidance says spending items greater than $50,000 must get approval from DOGE Rebecca Droke https://www.decaturdaily.com/news/other_news/national/new-epa-guidance-says-spending-items-greater-than-50-000-must-get-approval-from-doge/article_fd357984-fb91-11ef-b3ed-6f48cf187cf4.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/decaturdaily.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/17/217980c4-fb92-11ef-836a-33a29fe3ad49/67cb55ebb202b.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency. The new guidance was issued by the agency's Office of the Administrator for the Environmental Protection, headed by Elon Musk. WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency. 2025-03-08T05:16:14 Google's 'quiet' decision to remove cultural events from its Calendar app sent a loud message Jennifer Risi https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/google-s-quiet-decision-to-remove-cultural-events-from-its-calendar-app-83f63181236a528a83f9a34773304af89bb55fdc https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/03/p-1-91289041-googles-quiet-decision-to-remove-cultural-events-from-its-calendar-app-sent-a-loud-message.jpg FR en Starting today, thousands of changemakers and leaders will descend on Austin for South by Southwest festival. Google Calendar app does not show events like Black History Month, Pride Month, and Jewish Heritage. Google claims the changes were made in 2024, but recent response from users suggests it was made in 2025. "Starting today, thousands of changemakers and leaders will descend upon Austin for one of the biggest festivals and conferences of the year: South by Southwest (SXSW). It's the ""level playing field"" e...[+1788 chars]" 2025-03-08T04:00:41 Sources: Kraken seeks to go public as soon as Q1 2026; the SEC recently agreed to drop its case against Kraken amid a friendlier regulatory climate under Trump (Olga Kharif/Bloomberg) Techmeme https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4171191/sources-kraken-seeks-to-go-public-as-soon-as-q1-2026-the-sec-recently-agreed-to-.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Kraken is targeting its IPO for the first quarter of 2026. The SEC agreed to drop its case against Kraken amid a friendlier regulatory climate under Trump. .   ... in the report by Olga Kharif. Olga Kharif / Bloomberg:Sources: Kraken seeks to go public as soon as Q1 2026; the SEC recently agreed to drop its case against Kraken amid a friendlier regulatory climate under Trump- Kraken is targe...[+128 chars] 2025-03-08T01:55:09 In 2015, Obama committed the US to achieving UN global goals by 2030. Trump just rejected the goals United Nations Cdata https://indianexpress.com/article/news-today/obama-committed-the-us-to-achieving-un-global-goals-by-2030-trump-9874965 https://images.indianexpress.com/2025/03/UN.jpg IN en In 2015, President Obama committed the United States to achieving UN global goals by 2030, including ending poverty, achieving gender equality and urgently tackling climate change. The Trump administration now says it'rejects and denounces' the goals. The renunciation was one of the first by any country of the 17 goals adopted unanimously by all 193 UN member nations. In 2015, then-President Barack Obama committed the United States to achieving newly adopted UN global goals by 2030, including ending poverty, achieving gender equality and urgently tackling climate c...[+2923 chars] 2025-03-08T01:32:19 LEXI RECEIVES DEMAND NOTICE AND PROVIDES UPDATE Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/08/lexi_receives_demand_notice_and_provides_update https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/08/[] US en Eamonn McInerney has resigned from the board of directors of Lithium Energi Exploration Inc. (TSXV: LEXI). The Company is also also the CEO and director of Arena Investors LP. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. "TORONTO, /CNW/ - Lithium Energi Exploration Inc. (TSXV: LEXI) (the ""Company"" or ""LEXI"") today announces the resignation of Eamonn McInerney, the former nominee to the Company's board from Arena Invest...[+377 chars]" 2025-03-08T01:17:00 Dovre Group delays the release of the Financial Statements Review 2024 Mar. 8, 2025 01:17 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6054725 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Dovre Group Plc delayed the release of the Financial Statements Review 2024 until March 17, 2025. The timeline for shareholders' right to have a matter dealt with by the General Meeting is extended until Wednesday, March 19, 2025 for Hans Sten, CFOTel. "Dovre Group Plc Stock exchange release March 7, 2025, at 7:17 pm Dovre Group delays the release of the Financial Statements Review 2024 On December 5, 2024, Dovre Group Plc announced the schedule for ...[+592 chars]" 2025-03-08T00:30:20 Elusive gender diversity: PSUs the biggest culprits Neha Joshi https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/gender-diversity-women-directors-psus-sebi-mandate-womens-day-11741351451481.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/07/1600x900/g9e8cea38990c610c93080598d0f99e2beefa13b51f00f84c4_1741358256957_1741358257238.png IN en 10 public sector units did not fulfil the requirement for at least three months as of December. The Companies Act mandates at least one woman director on the board for all listed companies. The Securities and Exchange Board of India's Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements specify that the board of the top 1,000 companies by market capitalization should have one woman independent director. PSUs often defer to their respective ministries for clearances. "About 90% of state-owned companies lack even a single woman director, flouting a regulatory mandate and repeated calls for gender diversity, a Mint survey has revealed. Around 10 public sector units d...[+4870 chars]" 2025-03-08T00:07:00 Director/PDMR Shareholding Mar. 8, 2025 00:07 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6054701 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Wael Sawan, Philippa Bounds, Rachel Solway, Huibert Vigeveno, Zoe Yujnovich and Sinead Gorman have received shares of Shell plc following the vesting of conditional awards granted in 2022 under the Long Term Incentive Plan. "NOTIFICATION AND PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF TRANSACTIONS BY PERSONS DISCHARGING MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE EU AND UK MARKET ABUSE REGIMES March 7, 2025 Shell plc ...[+7211 chars]" 2025-03-08T00:00:00 Innovation in MRV technology for enhancing carbon trading governance Alue Dohong https://www.thejakartapost.com/opinion/2025/03/10/innovation-in-mrv-technology-for-enhancing-carbon-trading-governance.html https://img.jakpost.net/c/2025/02/05/2025_02_05_159937_1738734517._large.jpg ID en In recent years, MRV technologies have emerged promising to enhance the governance structure of carbon trading. MRV systems play a vital role in tracking emissions, verifying carbon credits and providing reports to regulatory entities. Remote sensing, satellite imagery and smart contracts can be integrated with remote sensing and IoT solutions to improve the accuracy and dependability of emissions reporting processes. "M onitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) is a critical component of effective carbon trading systems, which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. MRV technologies are...[+6786 chars]" 2025-03-08T00:00:00 Carbeeza Announces Appointment Of New Director ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/08/Carbeeza_Announces_Appointment_Of_New_Director https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Tim Maddigan has been appointed to the board of directors of Carbeeza Inc. (TSXV:AUTO)(OTCQB:CRBAF). Mr. Maddigan brings extensive financial services industry experience to the Board of Directors of the Company. "CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / March 7, 2025 / Carbeeza Inc. (""Carbeeza"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:AUTO)(OTCQB:CRBAF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Tim Maddigan to the board of director...[+114 chars]" 2025-03-08T00:00:00 Rubber Board to kick off geo-mapping of plantations; growers hopeful of better prices The Hindu https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/08/Rubber_Board_to_kick_off_geomapping_of_plantations_growers_h https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The initiative is a key step in certifying natural rubber under the Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber framework. It aligns Indian rubber production with the European Union Deforestation Regulation. It is a step towards aligning it with the EU's Deforestation regulation. The initiative is a key step in certifying natural rubber under the Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber framework, aligning Indian rubber production with the European Union Deforestation Regulation 2025-03-08T00:00:00 The Biggest US Banks Have All Backed Out of a Commitment to Reach Net Zero Wired https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/08/The_Biggest_US_Banks_Have_All_Backed_Out_of_a_Commitment_to_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Critics are calling for new climate laws. The six largest US banks left a voluntary alliance with the UN to reach net zero by 2050 in the lead-up to the inauguration, and now they're calling for them to be scrapped.    In the lead up to the inauguration, the six largest US banks left a voluntary alliance with the UN to reach net zero by 2050. Now, critics are calling for new climate laws. 2025-03-07T23:49:00 'Not On Our Dime' divestment referendum in Pittsburgh fails ahead of primary Kalea Gunderson https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/not-on-our-dime-divestment-referendum-in-pittsburgh-fails-ahead-of-primary/ar-AA1AtWzA US en """Not On Our Dime"" divestment referendum in Pittsburgh failed to progress to the primary ballot. The initiative proposed redirecting city investments from governments and corporations accused of genocide. The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh claimed the referendum exhibited antisemitism, singling out Israel. The city controller found the proposal to be potentially misleading." "A ""Not On Our Dime"" divestment referendum aiming to push the city of Pittsburgh to divest from entities linked to the state of Israel and other nations accused of genocide failed to progress to the pr...[+3031 chars]" 2025-03-07T23:05:30 Soludo tasks S'East commission on dev Ikenna Obianeri https://punchng.com/soludo-tasks-seast-commission-on-dev https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/27010953/SOLUDO.jpg NG en Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has urged the South-East Development Commission to focus on achieving tangible results and ensure that the commission remains committed to its core development goals. Soludo called on the commission to avoid bureaucracy and policies that would hinder the smooth running of the commission. The Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has urged the South-East Development Commission to focus on achieving tangible results and ensure that the commission remains committed to its core d...[+696 chars] 2025-03-07T22:51:25 2024 Sustainability Report (Methanex Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/2024_Sustainability_Report_Methanex_Corporation https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/[] US en "Methanex 2024 Sustainability Report is titled ""Connecting the Dots to Protect Lives"" and includes a letter from the President and CEO of Methanex and a sustainability scorecard. It includes the General Disclosures, Environment, Social, Governance, and Appendices." )2024Sustainability Report01 General Disclosures02 Environment03 Social04 Governance05 Appendices02 | Methanex 2024 Sustainability ReportTable of contentsLetter from our President & CEO 2024 highlight...[+76 chars] 2025-03-07T21:48:33 Diversity and inclusion: accelerate action Nausheen Ahmad https://www.brecorder.com/news/40351842/diversity-and-inclusion-accelerate-action https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/0800533851732b0.jpg?r=005351 PK en There are many laws and regulations in Pakistan aimed at bringing women into the workforce. Businesses have increased numbers at the entry level, but not at the mid and senior management level. Women are held back through the interplay of different barriers which range from personal and societal issues to disparate organizational structures. There is much Government lawmaking and pronouncement about bringing women into the workforce motivated perhaps by a requirement to meet Pakistan's SDG goal obligations and the country targets set in V...[+15350 chars] 2025-03-07T21:36:35 EpicQuest Education discloses Nasdaq listing deficiency notice Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/epicquest-education-discloses-nasdaq-listing-deficiency-notice-1034455321 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en EpicQuest Education (EEIQ) received a delinquency notification letter from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC on March 5, 2025. The Company is not currently in compliance with the minimum bid price requirement set forth in Nasdaq's Listing Rules for continued listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market. EpicQuest Education (EEIQ)announced that it received a delinquency notification letter from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC on March 5, 2025 indicating that the Co...[+843 chars] 2025-03-07T21:30:00 EpicQuest Education Announces Receipt of Nasdaq Notification Letter Regarding Minimum Bid Price Deficiency https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/epicquest-education-announces-receipt-of-nasdaq-notification-letter-regarding-minimum-bid-price-deficiency/article_ed80e3bb-1bc9-58c9-bba4-c02a418501df.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/d/b0/db016b26-f097-51cd-92b6-cfc9c0536f9b/67c950731a406.image.jpg?crop=276%2C276%2C143%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en EpicQuest Education Group International Limited (NASDAQ: EEIQ) received a delinquency notification letter from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC on March 5, 2025. The Company is not currently in compliance with the minimum bid price requirement set forth in Nasdaq's Listing Rules for continued listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market. "MIDDLETOWN, Ohio, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EpicQuest Education Group International Limited (NASDAQ: EEIQ), (""EpicQuest Education"", ""EEIQ"" or the ""Company""), a provider of higher education for dom...[+874 chars]" 2025-03-07T21:07:12 Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives? Ap Illustration https://www.register-herald.com/news/nation_world/which-us-companies-are-pulling-back-on-diversity-initiatives/article_cdc79969-99bf-5236-bb70-c6f23eb74308.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/register-herald.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/e/cc/ecc31e0a-1876-5758-96b3-43aa81c3ddc6/67cb63ffe5b55.image.jpg?crop=1765%2C927%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Some companies are scaling back or setting aside diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in response to the Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd, a Black man, in 2020. Conservative activists are trying to target workplace programs in the courts and social media. President Donald Trump's executive orders aim to upending DEI policies in the federal government and private sector. A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that much of corporate America endorsed following the protests that accompanied th...[+345 chars] 2025-03-07T20:05:05 Let's celebrate Japan's progress in accelerating corporate gender equality Tracy Gopal https://asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/Let-s-celebrate-Japan-s-progress-in-accelerating-corporate-gender-equality https://www.ft.com/__origami/service/image/v2/images/raw/https%3A%2F%2Fcms-image-bucket-production-ap-northeast-1-a7d2.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages%2F7%2F1%2F0%2F6%2F49136017-3-eng-GB%2FCropped-1741322329AP23066314783085.jpg?width=1260&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=630 JP en Tracy Gopal is the CEO of Third Arrow Strategies and founder of the Japan Board Diversity Network. U.S. government actions have led to a mass removal of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs by American corporations who must comply with strict regulatory actions. "Tracy Gopal is the CEO of Third Arrow Strategies and founder of the Japan Board Diversity Network. Recent actions by the U.S. government have led to a mass removal of diversity, equity and inclusion (...[+423 chars]" 2025-03-07T19:54:00 New labels highlight the different shades of green funds Alice Ross https://ftchinese.com/interactive/195920/en https://dq4atoxl7csa1.cloudfront.net/unsafe/1920x0/https://d1e00ek4ebabms.cloudfront.net/production/4166887c-c4c2-4d1f-bc74-be56cda61d4a.jpg CN en This Isa season is the first year investors can invest in products with a new official label. Fund managers have a deadline of April 5 to decide whether to give their funds one of four new labels developed by the Financial Conduct Authority in response to concerns that retail investors might be buying supposedly sustainable products that weren't. "For investors who want to buy sustainable funds but worry about greenwashing there is good news this Isa season: it's the first year they will be able to invest in products with a new official label. ...[+286 chars]" 2025-03-07T19:41:00 Will disclose conflict of interests of Sebi board members: Chairman Express News Service https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2025/Mar/07/will-disclose-conflict-of-interests-of-sebi-board-members-chairman https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-03-07%2Fpkadhzld%2FTuhinPandey.jpeg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en New Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said proper disclosures are important and promised to reveal conflict of interests of its employees and board members. His predecessor Madabhi Puri-Buch's final months got mired in a litany of controversies, including that of conflict of interest and alleged favouritism to some companies where her husband had commercial relationships. Pandey wants to work with all stakeholders to encourage voluntary compliance. Underscoring the importance of trust and transparency, new Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Friday said proper disclosures are important and promised that Sebi will now onwards reveal conflict of inte...[+2633 chars] 2025-03-07T19:31:02 ESG Forum Introduces Innovative Mentorship Initiative For Young Professionals Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4171109/esg-forum-introduces-innovative-mentorship-initiative-for-young-professionals.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Forum has officially announced the launch of its Young Professional Forum (YPF) Mentorship Programme. This initiative is aimed at nurturing Nigeria's future leaders in sustainability. The YPF was established in direct response to the ESG Forum. LAGOS: The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Forum, a pioneering initiative dedicated to advancing sustainable development across Africa, has officially announced the launch of its Young Pro...[+250 chars] 2025-03-07T19:30:00 Tech Update: Canadian tech leaders speak out against DEI backlash Rebecca Gao https://www.thestar.com/business/tech-update-canadian-tech-leaders-speak-out-against-dei-backlash/article_8a79da4e-fb86-11ef-9abc-b7516f22d730.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/thestar.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/6/5e/65e58738-fb8a-11ef-97a5-4310eac073fc/67cb45f2e0d11.image.jpg?crop=1708%2C897%2C0%2C158&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize CA en Donald Trump's executive order rescinded diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives within federal government entities. Walmart, Amazon and PepsiCo. have scaled back their own DEI efforts. In Canada, tech leader Shopify has made significant cuts to its diversity programming, laying off employees working on social impact initiatives. Hundreds of leaders, investors and workers in Canada's tech community have signed an open letter calling for industry peers to renew their commitment to DEI principles. Within days of being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States of America, Donald Trump passed an executive order rescinding diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives within federal govern...[+969 chars] 2025-03-07T19:02:48 Saga Communications, Inc. Provides Strategic Update in Advance of March 11 Earnings Call https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/08/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/saga-communications-inc-provides-strategic-update-in-advance-of-march-11-earnings-call/2069461 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/08/560493.png PH en Saga Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGA) provides its shareholders with an update on the Company's ongoing execution of its strategic plan in advance of its earnings call on March 11, 2025. Saga owns or operates broadcast properties in 28 markets, including 82 FM and 31 AM radio stations and 79 metro signals serving 28 markets. Gate City Capital Management, LLC has submitted notice nominating four candidates to stand for election to the Board at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Saga will file a proxy statement on Schedule 14A and a proxy card with the SEC in connection with the solicitation of proxies for its 25th Annual Meeting. "GROSSE POINTE FARMS, Mich., March 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saga Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGA) (the ""Company,' ""Saga,' ""we' or ""our') today provided its shareholders with an update on the Comp...[+8928 chars]" 2025-03-07T19:02:01 Google removes 'underrepresented' language from its grant website Techcrunch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4171066/google-removes-underrepresented-language-from-its-grant-website.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Google for Startups Founders Fund webpage is peppered with changes. Google is now using past tense to describe all of its fund programs for underrepresented founders. This is a change that took place after December. Google said it would review its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Just weeks after Google said it would review its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs,the Google for Startups Founders Fund webpage is peppered with changes. Most notably Google is now using past...[+244 chars] 2025-03-07T18:56:34 Lufthansa Group Achieves 25.3% Female Representation in Senior Leadership, Meeting IATA's '25by2025' Goal Redacción Aviacionline https://www.aviacionline.com/lufthansa-group-achieves-253-female-representation-in-senior-leadership-meeting-iatas-25by2025-goal https://aviacionlinecdn.eleco.com.ar/media/2025/03/lufthansa.jpeg AR en "Lufthansa Group has reached 25.3% female representation in senior leadership across its three top management levels. This is the target set by IATA's ""25by2025"" initiative, which promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the aviation industry." "Lufthansa Group has successfully reached 25.3% female representation in senior leadership across its three top management levels, achieving the target set by IATA's ""25by2025"" initiative. Launched six...[+1292 chars]" 2025-03-07T18:52:49 Saga Communications, Inc. Provides Strategic Update in Advance of March 11 Earnings Call Saga Communications https://www.enidnews.com/region/saga-communications-inc-provides-strategic-update-in-advance-of-march-11-earnings-call/article_02f10ad5-762c-532c-9b18-0a2be5bbb784.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Saga Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGA) provides its shareholders with an update on the Company's ongoing execution of its strategic plan in advance of its earnings call on March 11, 2025. Saga owns 82 FM radio stations, 31 AM radio stations and 79 metro signals serving 28 markets. GROSSE POINTE FARMS, Mich., March 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saga Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGA) (the 'Company,' 'Saga,' 'we' or 'our') today provided its shareholders with an update on the Comp...[+11708 chars] 2025-03-07T18:51:54 Saga Communications, Inc. Provides Strategic Update in Advance of March 11 Earnings Call Saga Communications https://www.eagletribune.com/region/saga-communications-inc-provides-strategic-update-in-advance-of-march-11-earnings-call/article_e8440854-db03-5de9-889c-a7e90a982b09.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Saga Communications, Inc. provides its shareholders with an update on the Company's ongoing execution of its strategic plan in advance of its earnings call on March 11, 2025. Saga owns 82 FM radio stations, 31 AM radio stations and 79 metro signals serving 28 markets. GROSSE POINTE FARMS, Mich., March 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saga Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGA) (the 'Company,' 'Saga,' 'we' or 'our') today provided its shareholders with an update on the Comp...[+1123 chars] 2025-03-07T18:47:00 Saga Communications, Inc. Provides Strategic Update in Advance of March 11 Earnings Call Saga Communications https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/saga-communications-inc-provides-strategic-184700953.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/61eef2c79e69aed8a4d8df98ccd02666 US en Saga Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGA) provides its shareholders with an update on the Company's ongoing execution of its strategic plan. Saga owns 82 FM radio stations, 31 AM radio stations and 79 metro signals serving 28 markets. Gate City Capital Management, LLC has submitted notice nominating four candidates to stand for election to the Board at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. GROSSE POINTE FARMS, Mich., March 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saga Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGA) (the 'Company,' 'Saga,' 'we' or 'our') today provided its shareholders with an update on the Comp...[+11115 chars] 2025-03-07T18:39:50 New EPA guidance says spending items greater than $50,000 must get approval from DOGE Times Union https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/New_EPA_guidance_says_spending_items_greater_than_50000_must_d https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/[] US en "The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency. ""We don't need to be spending all that money that went through the EPA last year,"" the new guidance says." WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficien...[+119 chars] 2025-03-07T18:37:53 Societe Generale price target raised to EUR 51 from EUR 44 at Morgan Stanley Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/societe-generale-price-target-raised-to-eur-51-from-eur-44-at-morgan-stanley-1034455003 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Morgan Stanley raised the firm's price target on Societe Generale to EUR 51 from EUR 44 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. TipRanks' Stock Screener shows what stocks are receiving Strong Buy ratings from top-rated analysts. "Morgan Stanley raised the firm's price target on Societe Generale (SCGLY) to EUR 51 from EUR 44 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. Discover the Best Stocks and Maximize Your Portfolio: See ...[+285 chars]" 2025-03-07T18:33:27 Scotiabank to disclose how much lending goes to high-emissions sources Jeffrey Jones https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-scotiabank-to-disclose-how-much-lending-goes-to-high-emissions-sources https://www.theglobeandmail.com/resizer/v2/K2ZQEXV5RBJNHPE7XVLJA7BUP4.JPG?auth=8fca0a192bddc5a86e3f07531029ca808815f5e0e94f66b412d197151dd57da6&width=1200&height=800&quality=80&smart=true CA en eosg and sustainable finance reporter has access to all the content. for this content. For more information, go to: www.esgandsustainablefinancereporter.com and www.sfsr.org/sfs. "ESG and Sustainable Finance Reporter to view this content." 2025-03-07T18:26:00 EQUITIES.COM WELCOMES NIDHI CHADDA FROM ENZO ADVISORS AS PARTNER AND GUEST CONTRIBUTOR CNW Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/equities-com-welcomes-nidhi-chadda-182600566.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnwgroup.com/26a532d0a89f50aef0c5b4f7a8d58aea US en Nidhi Chadda has joined Equities.com as a Partner and Guest Contributor in celebration of International Women's Day. She is the Founder and CEO of Enzo Advisors and Chief Impact Officer at Richmond Global Sciences. She has 20 years of experience in investment banking, strategic consulting, and investing. "Sustainability and Impact Investment Leader Joins Platform Ahead of International Women's Day NEW YORK, March 7, 2025 /CNW/ -- Equities.com, a leading financial media outlet, is pleased to announce th...[+3152 chars]" 2025-03-07T18:15:00 50/50 Women on Boards Kicks Off Third Annual 50 Women to Watch for Boards Campaign PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/50-50-women-boards-kicks-181500175.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/278df2a19d05b8ab4213619090239672 US en 50/50 Women on Boards launches its third annual 50 Women to Watch for Boards program. The initiative aims to elevate board-ready women for public company board service. The application deadline is April 30, 2025. The honorees will be selected by an elite selection committee composed of board chairs, nominating and governance committee chairs and stock exchange leaders from the U.S., Mexico and Canada. "Groundbreaking Initiative Aims to Accelerate Board Parity by Spotlighting Board-Ready Women LOS ANGELES, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 50/50 Women on Boards™ (50/50WOB), the leading global education a...[+3986 chars]" 2025-03-07T18:06:48 The energy trilemma: Irish CEOs' path to a greener future David McGee https://www.businesspost.ie/commercial-reports/the-energy-trilemma-irish-ceos-path-to-a-greener-future https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=e77e00ed-95ba-535c-b413-89d20222a9c7&type=preview&function=original IE en As stewards of their organisations, Irish CEOs are uniquely positioned to drive meaningful change. 40% of incentive compensation is tied to sustainability metrics. 75% cite regulatory complexity as a major barrier to climate-friendly investments. 30% of CEOs have accepted lower rates of return when evaluating climate friendly investments. The future of our planet hinges on the decisions made today. "This statistic underscores the urgent need for decisive action from the top tier of corporate leadership. As stewards of their organisations, Irish CEOs are uniquely positioned to drive meaningful cha...[+4091 chars]" 2025-03-07T17:52:23 Bhupender Yadav Declares India Global Climate Action Leader IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/world-looks-india-leader-climate-action-bhupender-yadav-773 https://one.newkerala.com/images/r/bhupender-yadav-ani-6909.webp IN en India reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 7.93% in 2020 and is committed to net-zero emissions by 2070. Yadav is speaking at the World Sustainable Development Summit 2025. The Global South, including India, is crucial in shaping climate discourse, as it faces the brunt of climate change impacts. "India reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 7.93% in 2020 Committed to net-zero emissions by 2070 Global South crucial in climate discourse Targeting 45% GDP emission intensity reduction by 2030 Speakin...[+2233 chars]" 2025-03-07T17:49:02 New EPA guidance says spending items greater than $50,000 must get approval from DOGE https://www.thestar.com/news/world/united-states/new-epa-guidance-says-spending-items-greater-than-50-000-must-get-approval-from-doge/article_e5aff8ae-fc6b-5b07-bdba-70bbb45caa1e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/thestar.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/b2/4b29538b-7a32-5bf2-820c-ebd8e2b5f31d/67c0f0c89c00a.image.jpg?crop=1620%2C851%2C0%2C114&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize CA en New EPA guidance escalates the role of the Department of Government Efficiency in EPA operations. Spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from DOGE, which is Elon Musk's department of government efficiency, not the EPA's previous department of efficiency. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficien...[+125 chars] 2025-03-07T17:48:56 New EPA guidance says spending items greater than $50,000 must get approval from DOGE Matthew Daly https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/03/07/trump-doge-epa-spending-musk-zeldin-whitehouse/713e1b6c-fb7c-11ef-bbd0-5841f0ec1418_story.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/N27QQBX3PQI67O6QLBA7B3AUDA_size-normalized.jpg&w=1440 US en New EPA guidance escalates the role of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in EPA operations. All spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from DOGE, which is headed by Elon Musk, the former CEO of Tesla. "WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency. T...[+3999 chars]" 2025-03-07T17:48:39 New EPA guidance says spending items greater than $50,000 must get approval from DOGE Matthew Daly https://www.enidnews.com/region/new-epa-guidance-says-spending-items-greater-than-50-000-must-get-approval-from-doge/article_c8001464-0615-5a64-8835-a2b36e7527db.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/6e/b6e37eff-dbf8-58a9-8759-5a092faf8a9b/67bf950d71680.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's. The guidance escalates the role that the new efficiency group, known as DOGE, plays in EPA operations. Javascript is required to read premium content. "WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's The guidance, issued this week, e...[+4911 chars]" 2025-03-07T17:48:13 New EPA guidance says spending items greater than $50,000 must get approval from DOGE Matthew Daly https://www.greenwichtime.com/news/politics/article/new-epa-guidance-says-spending-items-greater-than-20208776.php https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/47/36/53/27126478/6/rawImage.jpg US en The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, the top Democrat on the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, called the new directive 'troubling' EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has pledged sharp spending cuts as high as 65%. "FILE - EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin speaks at the East Palestine Fire Department in East Palestine, Ohio, Feb. 3, 2025. (Rebecca Droke/Pool Photo via AP, File) Rebecca Droke/AP Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse...[+4976 chars]" 2025-03-07T17:48:13 New EPA guidance says spending items greater than $50,000 must get approval from DOGE MATTHEW DALY https://www.woonsocketcall.com/news/national_and_world_news/new-epa-guidance-says-spending-items-greater-than-50-000-must-get-approval-from-doge/article_638992b7-d322-5d32-98ed-972789108f52.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/woonsocketcall.com/content/tncms/custom/image/9c2d53b0-bba9-11ee-bab5-7f9eb3465271.png?resize=600%2C311 US en The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency. The new guidance was issued by the agency's Office of the Administrator for the Environmental Protection. The department is headed by Elon Musk. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance directing that spending items greater than $50,000 now require approval from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficien...[+155 chars] 2025-03-07T17:39:01 ESG Forum launches mentorship initiative for future sustainability leaders The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4170898/esg-forum-launches-mentorship-initiative-for-future-sustainability-leaders.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Forum has officially announced the launch of its Young Professional Forum (YPF) Mentorship Programme for future sustainability leaders. The programme is aimed at promoting sustainable development across Africa. It is a mentorship initiative for future professionals. The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Forum, a pioneering initiative dedicated to advancing sustainable development across Africa, has officially announced the launch of its Young Profession...[+190 chars] 2025-03-07T17:21:52 In 2015, Obama committed the US to achieving UN global goals by 2030. Trump just rejected the goals The Associated Press https://www.breitbart.com/news/in-2015-obama-committed-the-us-to-achieving-un-global-goals-by-2030-trump-just-rejected-the-goals https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/03/wi/ap/united-nations-gender-equality-flags-fly-united-nations-headquarters-sept-28-2019-ap-photo-jennifer-640x335.jpg US en In 2015, Obama committed the US to achieving UN global goals by 2030. Trump just rejected the goals. The U.S. renunciation was one of the first by any country of the 17 goals that were adopted unanimously by all 193 U.N. member nations. The Sustainable Development Goals also include providing clean water and sanitation for all people and quality education for every child. "In 2015, then-President Barack Obama committed the United States to achieving newly adopted U.N. global goals by 2030 In 2015, Obama committed the US to achieving UN global goals by 2030. Trump just r...[+2534 chars]" 2025-03-07T17:09:54 Essex Council defers greenhouse light abatement by-law, wanting longer 100% coverage period Sylene Argent https://www.thepeterboroughexaminer.com/news/canada/essex-council-defers-greenhouse-light-abatement-by-law-wanting-longer-100-coverage-period/article_e9ced599-b3a5-57d4-bb21-ff9cc3c266a4.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/thepeterboroughexaminer.com/content/tncms/custom/image/c7910cd6-fbf6-11ed-943a-477f8589b241.png?resize=600%2C600 CA en Council for the Town of Essex tabled a by-law outlining requirements for the abatement of interior greenhouse light emissions, but it will be delayed in the hope that the Town Administration will be able to come up with a longer timeframe for abating light emissions. Council for the Town of Essex tabled a by-law outlining requirements for the abatement of interior greenhouse light emissions, delaying its adoption, in hopes Town Administration will be able to retur...[+220 chars] 2025-03-07T17:05:21 Nordics' efficient energy infrastructure ideal for Microsoft's data centre expansion https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/artificial-intelligence/nordics-efficient-energy-infrastructure-ideal-for-microsofts-data-centre-expansion/articleshow/118791632.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-285104,resizemode-75,msid-118791632/tech/artificial-intelligence/nordics-efficient-energy-infrastructure-ideal-for-microsofts-data-centre-expansion.jpg IN en Microsoft operates some 300 data centres globally and is investing about $80 billion more in them by the end of June. Microsoft has a goal to become carbon negative by 2030 and has invested in data centres to become a zero-carbon economy by the year 2030. "Synopsis Microsoft, which operates some 300 data centres globally and is investing about $80 billion more in them by the end of June, has a goal to become carbon negative by 2030." 2025-03-07T16:07:29 Empowering women: Roadmap for the next five years https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/empowering-women-roadmap-for-the-next-five-years-4955526 https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/resource/image/4955582/landscape_ratio3x2/1200/800/b7cd93f3ac21c7622fc70dbd78aa195e/pv/rising-pic.jpg TZ en The grand finale of the fifth edition of The Citizen Rising Woman is taking place today, March 7, at the Mlimani City Conference Hall in Dar es Salaam. Stakeholders have shared a strategic roadmap for the next five years in celebrating women. The initiative has been a beacon of inspiration since its inception in 2021 and encourages organizations to be more intentional about gender inclusivity. Dar es Salaam. As the grand finale of the fifth edition of The Citizen Rising Woman approaches, set to take place on Friday (today), March 7, at the Mlimani City Conference Hall, stakeholders have sha...[+4740 chars] 2025-03-07T15:51:00 New SEBI Chief Promises Framework For Board Members To Disclose Conflicts Of Interest https://www.news18.com/business/new-sebi-chief-promises-framework-for-board-members-to-disclose-conflicts-of-interest-9253207.html https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2025/03/tuhinnnn-2025-03-98978bbed6d0ca26c3809d7298e00e69-16x9.jpg IN en Seba's new chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey promised to come out with a framework where Sebi board members will have to reveal conflict of interest to the public. Pandey took charge as the Sebi chairman on March 1. Last year, US-based short seller Hindenberg made allegations against Pandey's predecessor Madhabi Puri Buch around potential conflicts of interest. "Agency: PTI Last Updated: Tuhin Kanta Pandey said this is essential from the point of view of transparency and added that such moves will help the regulator gain trust of the ecosystem Capital markets...[+2565 chars]" 2025-03-07T15:37:54 Enhanced transparency, optimum regulation, balanced reforms: promises Sebi's new chief Neha Joshi https://www.livemint.com/market/sebi-tuhin-kanta-pandey-transparency-optimum-regulation-reforms-foreign-investors-fpi-concerns-aifs-11741356433963.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/07/1600x900/PTI03-07-2025-000080A-0_1741361607902_1741361644531.jpg IN en Tuhin Kanta Pandey took over from Madhabi Puri Buch as the chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India on 1 March. Pandey addressed concerns related to foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) and alternative investment funds (AIFs) at the Moneycontrol-CNBC Global Wealth Summit on Friday. Market experts want more clarity on Pandey's pledges. India's new securities markets regulator, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, pledged to address the concerns of foreign investors, pursue 'optimum regulation', and enhance transparency—only to leave market experts w...[+5798 chars] 2025-03-07T15:32:58 Nasscom Report Reveals 22% Rise in Corporate Social Responsibility IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/corporates-hiking-csr-spending-align-national-goals-nasscom-647 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en Tech companies contribute to CSR, accounting for 23% of spending among India's top 20 contributors. 75 leading tech companies spearheaded over 2,610 CSR projects in FY23. 41% organisations allot top priority to goals that align with SDGs and national agenda. 65% of projects in 2024 will be tech-led. "The findings are based on an analysis of over 270 companies across tech and non-tech domains and interactions with top CSR leaders. Additionally, the proportion of companies allocating more than 2 per...[+3680 chars]" 2025-03-07T15:32:26 ISSB mulls biodiversity reporting approach, balances investor needs IPE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/ISSB_mulls_biodiversity_reporting_approach_balances_investor https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/[] US en Emmanuel Faber, ISSB chair, is calling for consistent methodology that mirrors the ISSB's approach to climate reporting and a pragmatic approach to reporting it. He wants consistency between ISSB and a consistent methodology for reporting on climate change, and for pragmatic reporting. Emmanuel Faber, ISSB chair, is calling for consistent methodology that mirrors the ISSB's approach to climate reporting alongside a pragmatic approach 2025-03-07T15:00:24 Johannesburg Women United to Ring the Bell for Equality Tyler Leigh Vivier https://www.goodthingsguy.com/business/johannesburg-women-united-to-ring-the-bell-for-equality https://www.goodthingsguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/bell-ring.jpg ZA en This morning, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) joined the Ring the Bell for Gender Equality campaign. This year marked the 11th ringing of the bell. Women make up 55% of the JSE's Board and 78% of its Executive Committee. The bourse's listing requirements mandate all listed companies to promote gender diversity. Johannesburg, South Africa (07 March 2025) – This morning, the foyer of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) was filled with women and male allies from all the major financial corners to unite and ce...[+4260 chars] 2025-03-07T14:47:18 Teal MPs decry anonymous ‘push poll' sent to voters in two independent seats The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/Teal_MPs_decry_anonymous_push_poll_sent_to_voters_in_two_ind https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/[] US en Transparency advocates raise concerns over the'survey' that asked loaded questions about Climate 200-backed MPs Zoe Daniel and Allegra Spender and asked them about their positions on issues related to transparency and climate change. Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast. Transparency advocates raise concerns over 'survey' that asked loaded questions about Climate 200-backed MPs Zoe Daniel and Allegra SpenderGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIn...[+40 chars] 2025-03-07T14:21:40 Swiss companies failing to observe equal pay obligations Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/workplace-switzerland/major-implementation-deficits-in-equal-pay-analyses/88977257 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/03/19d5a82ed5d37d4b4bc31f29938ba266d9e7e626-88976506.jpg?ver=667b7935&fit=1200,900 CH en More than half of companies have not fulfilled their obligations to carry out an equal pay analysis. Federal Council wants to adopt its report on the effectiveness of the measure by the end of 2027 instead of 2029 as originally planned. The monitoring obligation has been in force since July 2020 and applies to companies with more than 100 employees. "+Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox More than half of companies have not fulfilled their obligations, the government confirmed. + Do women have equal rights in Switzerland? Acc...[+1389 chars]" 2025-03-07T14:20:28 ESG Voices: Women in ESG and Sustainability https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/maura-hodge-daisy-sheen-0dacc418fe4946e5a864cd2fbc63e34d https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Daisy Sheen, Head of ESG, KPMG in China and Maura Hodge, US Sustainability Leader, PMG in the US talk about their careers to-date and the role of women in ESG and sustainability. It's International Women's Day. In honor of International Women's Day, we sat down with Daisy Sheen, Head of ESG, KPMG in China, and Maura Hodge, US Sustainability Leader, KPMG in the US, who share their stories on their careers to-...[+161 chars] 2025-03-07T14:06:00 Ecopetrol publishes draft chapter on social and environmental issues, including climate, for the year 2024 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ecopetrol-publishes-draft-chapter-social-140600444.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/e8cafca3c864cd1d6b9d7e5819c8e320 US en Ecopetrol is the largest company in Colombia and one of the main integrated energy companies in the American continent with more than 19,000 employees. In Colombia, it is responsible for more than 60% of the hydrocarbon production, most transportation, logistics, and hydrocarbon refining systems, and it holds leading positions in the petrochemicals and gas distribution segments. At the international level, Ecopetrol has a stake in strategic basins with Drilling and Exploration operations in the Permian basin and the Gulf of Mexico, Brazil and Mexico, and in the power transmission business in Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Bolivia. BOGOTA, Colombia, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) announces that, in accordance with External Circular 031 of 2021 issued by the Superintendency of Finance of C...[+2740 chars] 2025-03-07T14:00:00 SPIE - 2025 Investor Day - Press release Mar. 7, 2025 14:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6054177 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en SPIE is hosting its 2025 Investor Day today at 9 am CET. The management team will discuss the Group's strategy and value creation model. Revenue is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 7% to 9%. The Group expects to generate cumulative free cash flow in excess of € 2 billion over the 2025-2028 period. Capital allocation will prioritise self-financed bolt-on M&A, dividend growth and anti-dilutive share buy-back. Cergy, March 7th 2025 – SPIE, the independent European leader in multi-technical services in the areas of energy and communications, is hosting its 2025 Investor Day today at 9 am CET. At this event, ...[+3601 chars] 2025-03-07T13:50:08 Meridianbet (GMGI) Executes 258 CSR Actions in 2024, Launches Global Book Donation Campaign to Support Culture and Education Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/243672-meridianbet-gmgi-executes-258-csr-actions-in-2024-launches-global-book-donation-campaign-to-support-culture-and-education https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/newsfile-242750.jpg CA en Meridianbet executed 258 CSR initiatives across Europe, Africa and Latin America in 2024. CSR focuses on healthcare, education, responsible gambling, and environmental sustainability. The company is part of the Golden Matrix Group (NASDAQ: GMGI), which is owned by Newsfile Corp. "Article content Valletta, Malta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 7, 2025) – Meridianbet, part of the Golden Matrix Group (NASDAQ: GMGI), executed 258 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives across Eu...[+131 chars]" 2025-03-07T13:44:00 Defence industry could supply Britain's enemies, says City chief Michael Bow https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/03/07/defence-industry-could-supply-britain-enemies-royal-london https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/03/07/TELEMMGLPICT000342300683_17413545188930_trans_NvBQzQNjv4Bqp9c5WVj0Jr0gvyuux5WeKD9ZoOdymdQ6ONrooXZWrQE.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Barry O'Dwyer, chief executive of Royal London, said the company would continue to exclude weapons firms from its range of sustainable funds because its advisers had concerns about 'arming the other side'. Sir Keir Starmer pledged to raise Britain's spending on defence from 2.5% of GDP to 3% over the next decade. "Investing in defence is unethical because weapons made by the industry might end up in the hands of Britain's enemies, one of the City's leading executives has said. Barry O'Dwyer, chief executive of ...[+3091 chars]" 2025-03-07T13:35:30 SEBI's Proposal to Slash Minimum Application Size for Boosting SSE Retail Participation Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3289459-sebis-proposal-to-slash-minimum-application-size-for-boosting-sse-retail-participation https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/11_08_2024_09_10_09_8859181.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en SEBI proposes to reduce minimum application size for Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments issued by non-profit organizations on the Social Stock Exchange (SSE). The proposed reduction from the current Rs 10,000 to either Rs 5,000 or Rs 1,000 seeks to stimulate increased retail participation. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced a proposal to significantly reduce the minimum application size for Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments issued by non-profit organ...[+915 chars] 2025-03-07T13:34:08 Sebi Mulls Cutting Minimum Application Size on Social Stock Exchange to Boost Participation PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-mulls-cutting-minimum-application-size-on-social-stock-exchange-to-boost-participation-6693965.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-02-781x441.jpg IN en Sebi proposes to cut the minimum application size for public issuance of Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments issued by non-profit organizations on Social Stock Exchange (SSE) to either Rs 5,000 or Rs 1,000 from the existing Rs 10,000. The regulator has sought public comments on the proposal by March 14. New Delhi, Mar 7 (PTI) Sebi on Friday proposed to cut the minimum application size for public issuance of Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments issued by non-profit organizations on Social Stock Exch...[+2031 chars] 2025-03-07T13:30:00 Martello Announces CAD$2M Private Placement https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/martello-announces-cad-2m-private-placement-893619644.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2636326/Martello_Technologies_Group_Inc__Martello_Announces_CAD_2M_Priva.jpg?p=twitter CA en Martello Technologies Group Inc. announced today a non-brokered private placement of common shares in the capital of the Company for aggregate gross proceeds of approximately CAD$2,000,000. Wesley Clover International Corporation, a corporation controlled by Terence Matthews, Chairman of Martello, will participate in the Private Placement. HO Industries SAS, previously the majority shareholder of GSX, has a pre-emptive right to maintain its pro rata ownership in the Company. "/NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR DISSEMINATION DIRECTLY, OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES./ OTTAWA,...[+6668 chars]" 2025-03-07T13:23:34 Kumar Raghavendra: On Pioneering Alternative Leadership Strategies https://www.india.com/money/kumar-raghavendra-on-pioneering-alternative-leadership-strategies-7663238 https://static.india.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/India.com-2025-03-07T185239.603.jpg IN en Kumar Raghvendra is a great example of a forward-looking leadership style that is strategic yet highly humane. He created India's first Cash & Carry Strategy at Procter & Gamble. He was Commercial Director at Moët Hennessy in India and the Indian Subcontinent for 8 years. He is committed to mentoring his employees. "Kumar Raghvendra (File) In today's high-speed business world, leadership is frequently equated with authority, discipline, and utmost compliance with predefined norms. Real leadership, however, cannot...[+9724 chars]" 2025-03-07T12:46:00 SKF Annual Report 2024 published online; significant decarbonization milestone reached PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/skf-annual-report-2024-published-124600630.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/c5795f05867d16fce1d03fbe6bbd3079 US en AB SKF has today published its Annual and Sustainability Report 2024 on the Group's website. The Report focuses on SKF's value creation activities for customers, shareholders, and other stakeholders. It outlines the group's strategic transformation, operational progress and financial performance. It also highlights the progress towards the 2030 decarbonization target of a 95% reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2019 baseline. GOTHENBURG, Sweden, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AB SKF has today published its Annual and Sustainability Report 2024 on the Group's website. The Report focuses on SKF's value creation activities for...[+3389 chars] 2025-03-07T12:22:32 Southampton firm fined £8k for ignoring planning permission Reece Barrett https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/24989997.southampton-firm-fined-8k-ignoring-planning-permission https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/resources/images/19179084.jpg?type=og-image GB en DSG Car Sales Ltd was fined a total of £8,177 by Southampton Magistrates Court for breaching an enforcement notice. The car sales business had been operating on Itchen Business Park without planning permission and applied for a retrospective planning consent in 2021. The application was refused and an Enforcement Notice was issued in November 2022. In May 2024, council officers visited the site and found that the use of the land for car sales was continuing. The firm was summonsed to appear in court on February 20 and its directors, Geralt and Sheridan Xhebexhia, entered a guilty plea on behalf of the company. "DSG Car Sales Ltd (DSG) was fined a total of £8,177 by Southampton Magistrates Court for breaching an enforcement notice. The car sales business had been operating on Itchen Business Park without plan...[+1883 chars]" 2025-03-07T12:15:00 Ascot Provides Further Update on Previously Announced Financing JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/ascot-provides-further-update-on-previously-announced-financing/article_60d4f093-12e7-5716-8487-1e8fdbc82c3b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en Ascot Resources Ltd. has submitted a financial hardship exemption application to the Toronto Stock Exchange under Section 604(e) of the TSX Company Manual. The Company expects to raise approximately the minimum amount of C$60,000,000 and up to C$65,000k. "Not for distribution to U.S. news wire services or dissemination in the United States. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ascot Resources Ltd. (TSX: AOT; OTCQX: AOTVF) ('As...[+521 chars]" 2025-03-07T12:00:55 Why Some Shared Responsibility Models Fail And How To Help Better Protect Your Data Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/Why_Some_Shared_Responsibility_Models_Fail_And_How_To_Help_B https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/[] US en The goal of a shared responsibility agreement is to identify risk and assign responsibility, not to eliminate it, but to identify it and assign it to a specific person or group.   . for confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. The goal of a shared responsibility agreement isn't to eliminate risk but to identify it and assign responsibility. 2025-03-07T12:00:00 Google's ‘quiet' decision to remove cultural events from its Calendar app sent a loud message Jennifer Risi https://www.fastcompany.com/91289041/googles-quiet-decision-to-remove-cultural-events-from-its-calendar-app-sent-a-loud-message https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit,w_1024,h_1024/wp-cms-2/2025/03/p-1-91289041-googles-quiet-decision-to-remove-cultural-events-from-its-calendar-app-sent-a-loud-message.jpg US en SXSW is starting today in Austin, Texas. Google Calendar users noticed that cultural events and observances like Black History Month, Pride Month, and Jewish Heritage were no longer displayed on the app. Google recently announced its plans to end hiring goals for representation and its former Chief Diversity Officer, Melonie Parker, is now VP, Googler Engagement. Google is the latest example of a major company failing to understand the true value of diversity and inclusion initiatives. Starting today, thousands of changemakers and leaders will descend upon Austin for one of the biggest festivals and conferences of the year: South by Southwest (SXSW). It's the 'level playing field' e...[+5775 chars] 2025-03-07T11:51:00 Regulatory norms on F&O to evolve based on continuous market feedback: Sundararaman Ramamurthy The Economic Times https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/expert-view/regulatory-norms-on-fo-should-evolve-based-on-continuous-market-feedback-sundararaman-ramamurthy/articleshow/118780302.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118780324,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-27828,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sundararaman Ramamurthy, MD & CEO, BSE explains the risks to the market ecosystem when there is a concentration of trading activity on a single expiry day. NSE decided to continue for Thursday, but market feedback shifted it to Tuesday. """Also, risks do not materialise only in weekend. It happens every day. If there is a product to attract global risks on Monday, then if there is something materialising in between, it is a meaningful ...[+11074 chars]" 2025-03-07T10:31:00 Becoming a B Corp helped us drive change and excited our team Jenny Costa https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/comment-and-opinion/becoming-a-b-corp-helped-us-drive-change-and-excited-our-team/701907.article https://dmrqkbkq8el9i.cloudfront.net/Pictures/1024x536/5/9/2/351592_bunsplash_69257_crop.jpg GB en It's B Corp Awareness Month. Rubies in the Rubble became a B Corp in 2020. B Corp is a certification for businesses committed to act as a force for good. There are 9,400 B Corps signed up globally and they are committed to improve their performance every three years. "As the founder of a proud B Corp business, and as we are in B Corp Awareness Month, this week I'd like to use this space to do a little plug for anyone considering or questioning becoming a B Corp. Fo...[+1954 chars]" 2025-03-07T10:23:15 The Crack Of Doom Scrolling Defend Truth https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-03-07-the-crack-of-doom-scrolling https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/DM-Bad-News-Anonymous-2000px.jpg?fit=1280%2C1613&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en "MADAM & EVE manage consent between them and manage consent for Adam and Eve.    - - ""Manage consent"" - ""Maddam and Eve will manage consent"" - ""Eve will control consent""." "MADAM & EVE X Manage consent" 2025-03-07T10:00:00 Corporate execs say they're losing sleep over the DEI backlash Pavithra Mohan https://www.fastcompany.com/91290701/corporate-execs-say-theyre-losing-sleep-over-dei-backlash https://www.fastcompany.com/favicon.ico US en President Trump's executive orders on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace (DEI) have increased the pressure on companies to change their DEI programs. According to a report released today by the research insights firm Gravity Research, nearly three-quarters of corporate executives are worried about potential federal investigations into corporate DEI. "BY Pavithra Mohan4 minute read Over the past year, a growing number of corporate employers have shown signs of backing away from diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the workplace, amid mountin...[+5395 chars]" 2025-03-07T09:46:52 Corporates hiking CSR spending to align with national goals: Nasscom The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/news/national/corporates-hiking-csr-spending-to-align-with-national-goals-nasscom-951798 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2025/03/07/1530390-nasscom.jpg IN en Nasscom report says participation in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities saw a rise in 2022-23. Tech companies contribute significantly to CSR, accounting for 23 per cent of spending among India's top 20 contributors. The adoption of technology in CSR initiatives is accelerating, with 65% of projects in 2024 classified as tech-led. New Delhi: Participation in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities saw a significant rise in 2022-23, with the number of companies engaged in social initiatives growing by 22 per cent compar...[+4062 chars] 2025-03-07T09:42:33 Insights: Real estate in Dubai could shift to net-zero buildings by 2030 Neesha Salian https://gulfbusiness.com/dubai-realestate-could-move-to-netzero-bldgs-soon https://gulfbusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Picture1.jpg AE en Sustainability is becoming an operational imperative across industries. Dubai's Net Zero 2050 strategy places responsibility on the real estate market. Smart grids, high-performance materials and advanced energy management systems are changing the cost-benefit equation for green construction. Smart meters provide granular insights into consumption patterns, allowing property managers to implement real-time adjustments. AI-driven forecasting models anticipate peak demand periods and prevent unnecessary energy expenditure. The industry must shift to a circular construction. "Image: Supplied Once an aspirational concept, sustainability is fast becoming an operational imperative across industries And the real estate sector is no exception. Developers, regulators, and invest...[+5763 chars]" 2025-03-07T09:17:00 Vista Gold Releases 2024 ESG Report Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/vista-gold-releases-2024-esg-report-1421348 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/news-and-developments.jpg US en Vista Gold Corp. has published its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report. Vista holds the Mt Todd gold project, a ready-to-build development-stage gold deposit located in the Tier-1 mining jurisdiction of Northern Territory, Australia. All major environmental and operating permits necessary to initiate development of Mt Todd are in place. "Vista Gold Corp. (NYSE American and TSX: VGZ) announced today the publication of its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance (""ESG"") Report. The ESG Report provides transparency and outlines progres...[+1550 chars]" 2025-03-07T09:13:00 RDJ are first Irish law firm to achieve B Corp Rachel Lysaght https://www.echolive.ie/business/arid-41588686.html https://www.echolive.ie/cms_media/module_img/9061/4530766_1_seoimageog_0M8A6662.jpg IE en Cork-based law firm, RDJ, has become the first Irish law firm to be a certified B corporation. RDJ has been recognised globally as a business that meets high standards of social and environmental impact. The firm is also set to reduce its carbon footprint by 5% annually and advance its digital transformation. "Cork-based law firm, RDJ, has officially become the first Irish law firm to be a certified B corporation. With offices in Cork, Dublin, and Galway, RDJ has been recognised globally as a business that ...[+2515 chars]" 2025-03-07T09:08:09 Enugu Govt Bans Unlawful Pasting Of Posters Leadership News https://leadership.ng/enugu-govt-bans-unlawful-pasting-of-posters https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Enugu-map-1.jpg NG en Enugu State Structures for Signages and Advertisement Agency (ENSSAA) has banned the pasting of posters on any outdoor surface or space without prior approval from the agency. The agency warned that defaulters would face a fine of up to N50 million (Fifty million Naira). "The Enugu State Government has banned the pasting of posters on any outdoor surface or space without prior approval. The government, in a statement issued by the Enugu State Structures for Signages an...[+1563 chars]" 2025-03-07T08:29:00 Carbon Markets Club Strengthens ASEAN's Carbon Market Framework https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2975203/carbon-markets-club-strengthens-aseans-carbon-market-framework https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250307/c1_2975203_700.jpg TH en The Scaling Up Carbon Markets in ASEAN conference took place in Singapore. It gathered over 100 participants to discuss the future of carbon markets in the region. The conference followed the Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) signing at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, in November 2024. Efforts to scale up ASEAN's carbon market and align it with international standards took centre stage at the Scaling Up Carbon Markets in ASEAN conference in Singapore. Organised by Equatorise Advisor...[+1340 chars] 2025-03-07T08:14:06 SEBI to boost transparency, including on board conflicts, says new chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey list.metadata.agency https://www.livemint.com/market/ipo/sebi-to-boost-transparency-including-on-board-conflicts-says-new-chairman-tuhin-kanta-pandey-11741335060529.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/07/1600x900/3-0-2312601516-Tuhin-Kanta-Pandey-0_1674134577709_1741335228875.jpg IN en Tuhin Kanta Pandey replaced Madhabi Puri Buch as the chief of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Buch came under attack towards the end of her term after Hindenburg Research alleged conflict of interest in SEBI's investigations into the Adani group because of her previous investments. Pandey did not specifically refer to any individual's conflict. MUMBAI - India's markets regulator will improve transparency in its functioning, including by revealing any conflicts of interest of its board members, as a way to build trust, Chairperson Tuhin Kanta...[+1138 chars] 2025-03-07T07:48:19 Hindustan Zinc Achieves Industry Leading Milestone of 25% Women in Workforce, Targets 30% https://www.apnnews.com/hindustan-zinc-achieves-industry-leading-milestone-of-25-women-in-workforce-targets-30 https://www.apnnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Hindustan-Zinc-–-Pioneering-diversity-inclusion-and-equity-in-the-metals-and-mining-industry-scaled.jpg IN en Hindustan Zinc Limited has reached 25% women representation in its workforce. The company's gender diversity ratio surpasses industry benchmarks. It is home to India's first women underground mine managers and has established the country's first and second all-women underground mine rescue teams. More than 34% women joined the company in FY24. Udaipur : In a landmark achievement ahead of International Women's Day 2025, Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), India's largest and the world's second-largest integrated zinc producer, has reache...[+6303 chars] 2025-03-07T07:42:47 India markets regulator to boost transparency, including on board conflicts, chair says Sai Ishwarbharath B https://www.reuters.com/world/india/india-markets-regulator-boost-transparency-including-board-conflicts-chair-says-2025-03-07 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/VX4ILB5GT5NT7KLOAIOY4GKZ4M.jpg?auth=74985dcad2ebc5c6fc211b65362d322ae4336cf46107c7623e474420c5b12345&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Tuhin Kanta Pandey replaced Madhabi Puri Buch as the chief of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Buch came under attack towards the end of her term after the now-shuttered Hindenburg Research alleged conflict of interest in SEBI's investigations into the Adani group because of her previous investments. Pandey did not specifically refer to any individual's conflict of interests. MUMBAI, March 7 (Reuters) - India's markets regulator will improve transparency in its functioning, including revealing any conflicts of interest of its board members, as a way to build trust, Chairpe...[+1556 chars] 2025-03-07T07:20:16 Poilievre vows Conservatives would close ‘loophole' allowing Carney to avoid disclosing assets https://www.ipolitics.ca/news/poilievre-vows-conservatives-would-close-loophole-allowing-carney-to-avoid-disclosing-assets https://old.ipolitics.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/CP174246039-scaled.jpg CA en Pierre Poilievre says a Conservative government would pass legislation requiring leadership candidates to disclose all financial holdings to the ethics commissioner. He argues it's needed to close a 'loophole' that has allowed former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney to avoid revealing his assets. He said in a post on X that the Liberal leadership frontrunner has been allowed to 'hide millions of dollars of interests that go against Canada's interests' because he hasn't been required to make an...[+972 chars] 2025-03-07T07:17:16 EXEL Industries: Total number of voting rights and shares at 02.28.2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/07/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/exel-industries-total-number-of-voting-rights-and-shares-at-02282025/2069066 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/07/559854.png PH en EXEL Industries is a French company with a share capital of €16,969,750. Its registered office is at 54, rue Marcel Paul, 51206 Epernay Cedex, Reims, France. It has a number of shares and voting rights according to AMF regulation. "EXEL Industries A French Société Anonyme with a share capital of €16,969,750 Registered office: 54, rue Marcel Paul - 51206 Epernay Cedex - France Reims Companies Register (RCS): No. 095 550 356 Numbe...[+77 chars]" 2025-03-07T07:01:31 Senate pledges 35% affirmative action for women, vows to remove barriers to gender equality Nairametrics https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4169421/senate-pledges-35-affirmative-action-for-women-vows-to-remove-barriers-to-gender.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Senate has pledged its commitment to ensuring 35% affirmative action for women in parliament and across governance processes. Godswill Akpabio reaffirmed the legislatures dedication to gender equality at the event held at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja to mark the 2025 International Womens Day on Thursday. The Senate has pledged its commitment to ensuring 35% affirmative action for women in parliament and across governance processes. Speaking at a three-day event held at the National Assembly Complex in...[+332 chars] 2025-03-07T06:17:00 SPIE - 2025 Investor Day https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/07/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/spie-2025-investor-day-press-release/2069041 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/07/559809.png PH en SPIE is hosting its 2025 Investor Day today at 9 am CET. The management team will provide an in-depth look at the Group's strategy and value creation model. The event will be webcast live and can be accessed via the following link:https://investorday.spie.com/ "Cergy, March 7 th 2025 - SPIE, the independent European leader in multi-technical services in the areas of energy and communications, is hosting its 2025 Investor Day today at 9 am CET. At this event,...[+1625 chars]" 2025-03-07T06:05:00 Chamber wants sustainability report deadline postponed in Estonia ERR https://news.err.ee/1609624070/chamber-wants-sustainability-report-deadline-postponed-in-estonia https://s.err.ee/photo/crop/2025/03/06/2769245h2802t24.jpg EE en The Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry wants to extend the deadline for submitting sustainability reports by two years. The European Commission presented a package of proposals on Wednesday aimed at addressing concerns from industrial companies regarding high energy prices and reporting obligations. The proposals would exempt most EU companies from reporting on their environmental impact, climate risks and whether their activities align with the bloc's sustainability criteria. """This amendment to the Accounting Act must be made as soon as possible to provide businesses with clarity and assurance that they do not need to continue incurring costs to comply with a requirement t...[+1261 chars]" 2025-03-07T06:02:00 LS shares plummet as chairman's hasty remark frustrates investors Lee Min-hyung https://koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2025/03/419_393659.html?utm_source=fl https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/83211323a1644e23a54d41bd01a12ae4.png KR en Chairman Koo Ja-eun made a hasty remark regarding the group's multiple listing plans. LS Group is preparing to list five affiliates, including LS E-Link and Koc Electric, as part of its efforts to raise capital for business expansion. Its shares fell by 10.29 percent on Thursday and went on to decrease more than 5 percent on Friday morning. The combined market capitalization of LS Group's nine affiliates dropped by 4.36 percent from a day earlier. "LS chief urged to issue apologies for massive stock fall Shares of LS Group and its key affiliates continued to decline on Friday after Chairman Koo Ja-eun unsettled investors with what appeared to be...[+2887 chars]" 2025-03-07T06:00:00 Driving a Stake Through Stakeholder Capitalism Rupert Darwall https://wattsupwiththat.com/2025/03/06/driving-a-stake-through-stakeholder-capitalism https://i0.wp.com/wattsupwiththat.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/1599px-Money-2180330_1920.webp?fit=1024%2C512&ssl=1 US en The last four years saw an attack on America's system of shareholder capitalism. Stakeholder capitalism demotes shareholders to one of many groups (employees, customers, suppliers, and the environment) that companies should prioritize. In Andy Puzder's new book, he accuses the Big Three asset managers, BlackRock, Vanguard, and SSGA, of corrupting capitalism. "By Rupert Darwall Writing shortly before President Trump's return to the White House, Peter Thiel hailed the election as an apokálypsis , an unveiling, of the ancien régime's secrets. 'The new adminis...[+13098 chars]" 2025-03-07T05:53:00 Chandula among global leaders invited to Steering Group for Impact Investing meet in Japan https://www.ft.lk/business/Chandula-among-global-leaders-invited-to-Steering-Group-for-Impact-Investing-meet-in-Japan/34-773942 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_dfeefa8c32.jpg LK en GSG Impact Global connects global leaders, investors, governments, regulators and social innovators to improve their impact on society and the environment. The Global Steering Group for Impact Investing (GSG) originated under the 2023 UK G8 Presidency. It is responsible for over 50 National Partners in 50 countries covering 60% of the global population. Around 150 global participants along with the GSG Impact National Partner Leaders From 50 countries would be gathered to gather in Kyoto from 20 to 22 May 2025 in Kyoto Japan to and for align behind s...[+2253 chars] 2025-03-07T05:39:00 Salesforce removes this 'Core Value' from hiring targets; says 'our approach to equality is ...' TOI Tech Desk https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/salesforce-removes-this-core-value-from-hiring-targets-says-our-approach-to-equality-is-/articleshow/118769194.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-118769190,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-525656,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Salesforce has discontinued its diversity goals in hiring. This follows similar changes brought by Google and Facebook-parent company Meta. The company's updated financial filing reflects a shift in language, promoting a 'fair and inclusive environment' while upholding 'principles of equality, dignity, and respect for all'. "Salesforce has announced the discontinuation of its diversity goals in hiring, following a series of executive orders signed by President Donald Trump aimed at eliminating such programs across the fed...[+2133 chars]" 2025-03-07T05:08:03 Sustainability strategy amid evolving regulations https://delano.lu/article/your-sustainability-strategy-in-times-of-ever-changing-regulations https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/your-sustainability-strategy-in-times-of-ever-changing-regulations/0.5/0.5/600/400/708527.jpg LU en Arendt's new ESG & Sustainability competence centre brings together specialists in legal, regulatory, and strategic advisory services to offer clients a cohesive approach to sustainability challenges across all industries. The team also provides training courses, compliance, governance, contractual management, reporting and litigation services. For several years now, ESG and sustainability topics have been shifting from best practice to hard compliance requirements and, in addition, to strategic considerations to attract investments and secu...[+2768 chars] 2025-03-07T05:04:37 Johnson Service Group (LON:JSG) Is Paying Out A Larger Dividend Than Last Year Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/johnson-group-lon-jsg-paying-050437057.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cad82122f76c67777bddf343c22280b4 US en Johnson Service Group PLC (LON:JSG) is increasing its dividend by 42% on the 9th of May to £0.027. Since 2015, the dividend has gone from £.017/£0.032. The company's dividend history has been marked by instability, with at least one cut in the last 10 years. Johnson Service Group's earnings per share have been essentially flat over the past five years. The board of Johnson Service Group PLC (LON:JSG) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend by 42% on the 9th of May to £0.027, up from last year's comparable payment of £0.019. This makes ...[+3185 chars] 2025-03-07T05:00:00 Sustainability can be a major attraction when recruiting, says a HR expert https://www.in-cumbria.com/news/24922978.sustainability-can-major-attraction-recruiting https://www.in-cumbria.com/resources/images/15098045.jpg?type=og-image GB en Martin says that environmental, social and governance (ESG) activities are becoming increasingly important in attracting, retaining and empowering talent. According to Total Jobs research, there is a 116% increase in 'green' job postings from 2019 to 2024 and 88% of publicly traded companies adopted ESG policies by 2020. However, only 29% of people can correctly define green jobs from a list of options. "Martin says: ""Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities are becoming increasingly important in attracting, retaining and empowering talent. I'd go as far to say that ESG factors are no lon...[+3513 chars]" 2025-03-07T05:00:00 Sustainability can be a major attraction when recruiting https://in-cumbria.com/news/24922978.sustainability-can-major-attraction-recruiting https://www.in-cumbria.com/resources/images/15098045.jpg?type=og-image GB en Sustainability and a green viewpoint can help recruit new talent, says Realise HR's Martin Norris. According to Total Jobs, there will be 116% increase in 'green' job postings from 2019 to 2024. 88% of publicly traded companies adopted ESG policies by 2020. "Sustainability and a green viewpoint can help recruit new talent, says Realise HR's Martin Norris Martin says: ""Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities are becoming increasingly importan...[+3611 chars]" 2025-03-07T04:41:30 The Ethical Investor: Fed up with ESG ratings, investors could turn to ‘life cycle diligence' Eddy Sunarto https://www.news.com.au/finance/business/stockhead/news/the-ethical-investor-fed-up-with-esg-ratings-investors-could-turn-to-life-cycle-diligence/news-story/ca73d8d3393e443bfd5882cd7880d6ff https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/3e8a80e78310d026737b5408f1c6569d AU en ESG funds have been in freefall lately, with seven straight quarters of outflows. Big names like BlackRock and Parnassus are scaling back their ESG commitments, while others are quietly scrubbing the ESG label off their funds. Life cycle diligence (LCD) is becoming a key tool to help investors choose investments that offer both sustainability benefits and solid financial returns. "ESG funds in freefall, Trump’s return could make it worse Investors ditch ESG data for real sustainability insights LCD could be the solution ESG needs to regain credibility ESG funds have been taki...[+5010 chars]" 2025-03-07T04:41:30 Is LCD the fix ESG needs to move forward? Eddy Sunarto https://www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/business/stockhead/the-ethical-investor-fed-up-with-esg-ratings-investors-could-turn-to-life-cycle-diligence/news-story/ca73d8d3393e443bfd5882cd7880d6ff https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/3e8a80e78310d026737b5408f1c6569d AU en ESG funds have been in freefall lately, with seven straight quarters of outflows. Big names like BlackRock and Parnassus are scaling back their commitments to ESG funds, while others are quietly scrubbing the ESG label off their funds. Life cycle diligence (LCD) is becoming a key tool to help investors choose investments that offer both real sustainability benefits and solid financial returns. "Don't miss out on the headlines from Stockhead. Followed categories will be added to My News. ESG funds in freefall, Trump's return could make it worse Investors ditch ESG data for real sustainability...[+5220 chars]" 2025-03-07T04:26:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 6: Tin Pei Ling on sustainable and safe digital growth, digital talents and community and AI for business CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/w250307parlheadqsustainabletoaipowerbusinesstinpeiling-4984336 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--9lXpfhS6--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/03/07/1741324638-image.jpg?itok=MqEzVz7g SG en Singapore's digital economy grew from 13 per cent of the gross domestic product in 2017 to 17.7 per cent in 2022. MP Tin Pei Ling asked the minister for Digital Development and Information to share measures that have been put in place to build up Singapore's digital infrastructure further. She also asked how Infocomm Media Development Authority plans to support businesses at different stages of digital maturity. Singapore's digital economy grew from contributing 13 per cent of the gross domestic product in 2017 to 17.7 per cent in 2022. Yet, as Singapore picks up its pace in its march towards a digital future...[+1421 chars] 2025-03-07T04:24:00 DISCLOSURE OF THE NUMBER OF SHARES FORMING THE CAPITAL AND OF THE TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTING RIGHTS AS OF 28 FEBRUARY 2025 Mar. 7, 2025 04:24 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6053876 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en French public limited company (société anonyme) has a share capital of €1,456,035,992.50. Theoretical number of voting rights (including treasury stock) is 561,925,228. The disclosure is on VINCI web site. "French public limited company (société anonyme) with a share capital of €1,456,035,992.50 Registered office : 1973, boulevard de la Défense 92000 Nanterre – France 552 037 806 RCS Nanterre www.vinci.c...[+536 chars]" 2025-03-07T03:47:02 CARP task force sounds off on revised Envision Evanston Igor Studenkov https://evanstonroundtable.com/2025/03/06/carp-task-force-sounds-off-on-revised-envision-evanston https://evanstonroundtable.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_6676-scaled.jpg US en The CARP Implementation Task Force is reviewing the revised version of the Envision Evanston 2045 comprehensive plan. The original version was released last year on Election Day. The revised version took feedback from the public and various city committees into account. The task force is expected to give a presentation during the Land Use Commission's April 9 meeting. The CARP Implementation Task Force, a subcommittee of the Environment Board, will spend the next few weeks reviewing the revised version of the Envision Evanston 2045 comprehensive plan, even as some ...[+4688 chars] 2025-03-07T03:22:39 IWD: FG Okays Tech Committee on Financial Education for Women Nigeria https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/07/iwd-fg-okays-tech-committee-on-financial-education-for-women https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/IWD.png NG en The federal government has approved a technical committee to streamline a robust mechanism for the provision of financial education for women as part of measures to empower them. SIFAX Group empowers 500 female students through training, mentorship and donation of essential supplies to commemorate International Women's Day (IWD) 2025. "•Senate restates support for gender equality, talks up 35% affirmative action in parliament •SIFAX Group empowers 500 female students Ndubuisi Francis, Sunday Aborisade in Abuja and Funmi Ogundare in ...[+11514 chars]" 2025-03-07T03:09:38 ACCA and KPMG forge path for business leaders to pioneer ESG excellence Hazy Tran https://vir.com.vn/acca-and-kpmg-forge-path-for-business-leaders-to-pioneer-esg-excellence-124093.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/032025/07/09/402976e9f5e4e439b8b69f4226bd2abc.jpg?rt=20250307090651?randTime=1741325107 VN en The collaboration between ACCA and KPMG is a forward-thinking yet necessary step. It lays a solid foundation for Vietnamese businesses to confidently integrate and stay ahead in the global sustainability movement. PVI becomes ACCA Approved Employer. PVcomBank and ACCA collaborate in developing high-quality human resources. The collaboration between ACCA and KPMG is a forward-thinking yet necessary step, delivering tangible value to finance and accounting professionals while laying a solid foundation for Vietnamese busin...[+5331 chars] 2025-03-07T02:41:05 GERON ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Geron Corporation on Behalf of ... Bragar Eagel https://www.enidnews.com/region/geron-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-geron-corporation-on-behalf-of/article_b0ad3fbd-4f47-5367-91ba-6165dbc69074.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., is investigating potential claims against Geron Corporation (NASDAQ: GERN) on behalf of Geron stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Geron has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Geron Corporation ('Geron' or t...[+3071 chars] 2025-03-07T02:41:03 CIVITAS ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Civitas Resources, Inc. on ... Bragar Eagel https://www.enidnews.com/region/civitas-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-civitas-resources-inc-on/article_e0d84cdf-40d4-5be3-be3d-36ae4e879d00.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Civitas Resources, Inc. (NYSE: CIVI) on behalf of stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Civitas has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Civitas Resources, Inc. ('Civit...[+3507 chars] 2025-03-07T02:02:43 GERON ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Geron Corporation on Behalf of ... Bragar Eagel https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/geron-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-geron-corporation-on-behalf-of/article_5fc545e9-fb85-5539-a414-4d03bf8dbc63.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Geron Corporation (NASDAQ: GERN) on behalf of Geron stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Geron has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Geron Corporation ('Geron' or t...[+237 chars] 2025-03-07T01:51:05 Diversity helps: a new study shows more women on boards can improve how businesses are managed Ramona Zharfpeykan https://theconversation.com/diversity-helps-a-new-study-shows-more-women-on-boards-can-improve-how-businesses-are-managed-251473 https://images.theconversation.com/files/653423/original/file-20250305-68-4xhexz.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=12%2C342%2C8143%2C4071&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Having more women on corporate boards leads to better decision-making, stronger governance and improved environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance. New Zealand lags behind in leadership gender equality. However, the percentage of female directors in NZX-listed firms increased from 26% to 36%. Businesses that embrace diversity perform better, attract top talent and enhance their reputations. Despite large multinational companies such as Goldman Sachs, Paramount, Google and others removing their diversity, equity and inclusion policies, the evidence is clear: having a diverse team can help...[+3690 chars] 2025-03-07T00:46:00 Leaders discuss sustainable finance and green investment https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/leaders-discuss-sustainable-finance-and-green-investment-afai/articleshow/118769330.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-47529300,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-110164,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Industry leaders, policymakers, and financial institutions gathered to discuss sustainable finance and investment strategies aimed at integrating environmental considerations into economic decision-making. They stressed the need for green bonds and credit enhancements to support low-impact infrastructure projects. Panelists highlighted the role of non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in funding sustainable projects. Industry leaders, policymakers, and financial institutions gathered to discuss sustainable finance and investment strategies aimed at integrating environmental considerations into economic decision-ma...[+1014 chars] 2025-03-07T00:41:05 Governor Rhoden Signs Bill Limiting Eminent Domain In South Dakota – [your]NEWS Kelli Achenbach https://yournews.com/2025/03/06/3279443/governor-rhoden-signs-bill-limiting-eminent-domain-in-south-dakota https://yournews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Bon-Homme-Land-Donation.jpeg US en South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden signed House Bill 1052 on Wednesday. The law prohibits the use of eminent domain for carbon dioxide pipeline projects. This directly impacts Summit Carbon Solutions' proposed $9 billion pipeline to transport CO ₂ emissions from over 50 ethanol plants across five Midwest states to an underground storage site in North Dakota. Summit criticized the new law, stating it 'changed the rules in the middle of the game' and is considering legal options. (KVHT) – In a significant move to protect landowner rights, South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden signed House Bill 1052 on Wednesday. The new law prohibits the use of eminent domain for carbon dioxide p...[+1103 chars] 2025-03-07T00:30:00 Annual Financial Report https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6053824 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S published its Annual Report 2024 and its consolidated interim report for 1 January – 31 December 2024 on 6 March 2025. The Annual Report and company announcement are available at: https://www.st-group.com/investor/. "Company Announcement – Euronext Dublin No. 01/2025 Copenhagen, 6 March 2025 STG A/S – Annual Report 2024 On 6 March 2025, Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S published its Annual Report 2024 and its consol...[+434 chars]" 2025-03-07T00:10:00 TCM Group A/S: New share-based incentive program for executive management of TCM Group A/S https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6053819 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The Board of Directors of TCM Group A/S has granted a new plan covering the years 2025-2027. It is a share-based incentive program for the company's executive management. CEO Torben Paulin and CFO Thomas Hjannung will receive 33,842 shares based on the new plan. "COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT No. 202/2025 Tvis, 6 March 2025 New share-based incentive program for executive management of TCM Group A/S In accordance with the share-based incentive program for the company's ...[+2659 chars]" 2025-03-07T00:01:13 Sapura Energy lays solid foundation for next chapter Faiqah Kamaruddin https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/03/1184810/sapura-energy-lays-solid-foundation-next-chapter https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/sapura_new_photo_1741305663.jpg MY en Muhammad Zamri Jusoh is the new chief executive officer of Sapura Energy Bhd. The company's main goal is to present a strong regularisation plan, aiming for positive financial results and to exit its Practice Note 17 status. Zamri's company operates three main segments namely engineering and construction (E&C), operations and maintenance (O&M), and drilling. KUALA LUMPUR: Sapura Energy Bhd, a global oil and gas service provider, is concentrating on effectively implementing its turnaround to achieve long-term financial stability and operational resilience....[+5923 chars] 2025-03-07T00:00:03 Where women lead: small companies outpace giants in executive roles Niti Kiran https://www.livemint.com/industry/women-in-leadership-roles-small-companies-gender-diversity-career-progression-11741259632726.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/03/06/1600x900/2-0-1298736955-iStock-839628666-0_1679591716863_1741266527147.jpg IN en The total share of executive directorship held by women in NSE-listed companies has increased to 11.1% as of February 2025, from 8.4% as on 31 March 2019. The bottom quartile of smaller companies has the highest share of women executive directors, at nearly 15%. The corporate giants have the lowest representation at nearly 8%. India's boardrooms remain stubbornly gray, although some transformative strokes are visible. As women slowly move beyond mere presence to actively claim seats at the decision-making table, it's the sm...[+4814 chars] 2025-03-07T00:00:00 Which prominent U.S. companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives? The Washington Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/Which_prominent_US_companies_are_pulling_back_on_diversity_i https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity issues. The issue of diversity and equity is a hot topic at the moment in business. It's a matter of concern for many people and companies. It also concerns them for their bottom line. A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity 2025-03-07T00:00:00 Ecopetrol publishes draft chapter on social and environmental issues, including climate, for the year 2024 PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/Ecopetrol_publishes_draft_chapter_on_social_and_environmenta_y https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ecopetrol S.A. has published a draft chapter on practices, policies, processes and indicators related to social and environmental issues. It is in accordance with External Circular 031 of 2021 issued by the Superintendency of Finance of Colombia. BOGOTA, Colombia, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) announces that, in accordance with External Circular 031 of 2021 issued by the Superintendency of Finance of C...[+128 chars] 2025-03-07T00:00:00 Ostrom Climate Applauds New Methodology for Rice Methane Reduction and Provides Leadership Update ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/Ostrom_Climate_Applauds_New_Methodology_for_Rice_Methane_Red_1 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ostrom Climate Solutions Inc. (TSXV:COO)(Frankfurt:9EAA) is a leading provider of carbon project development and climate solutions. Ostrom applauds Verra, a leading global standards organization that certifies greenhouse gas reduction projects through the Verra process. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 7, 2025 / Ostrom Climate Solutions Inc. (""Ostrom"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:COO)(Frankfurt:9EAA), a leading provider of carbon project development and climate sol...[+302 chars]" 2025-03-07T00:00:00 Greenridge Exploration Announces Private Placement Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/Greenridge_Exploration_Announces_Private_Placement https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Greenridge Exploration Inc. (CSE: GXP) is an exploration company based in Vancouver, B.C. and trading on the CSE. Its shares are listed on the Canadian Stock Exchange. The company's shares are traded on CSE as GXP. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greenridge Exploration Inc. ('Greenridge' or the 'Company') (CSE: GXP | 2025-03-07T00:00:00 UK firms must fight pushback against diversity programmes seen in the US, industry experts say Building https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/07/UK_firms_must_fight_pushback_against_diversity_programmes_se https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Amazon, Meta and Goldman Sachs among major US companies to have scrapped or watered down diversity initiatives in recent months. Construction leaders have voiced support for continuing efforts to improve diversity in the industry amid growing pushback against diversity targets in the US. Several major US organisations still stand by their diversity targets. Amazon, Meta and Goldman Sachs among major US companies to have scrapped or watered down diversity initiatives in recent months Construction leaders have voiced support for continuing efforts to impro...[+156 chars] 2025-03-07T00:00:00 Deep Concerns About Undue Influence At NZME https://community.scoop.co.nz/2025/03/deep-concerns-about-undue-influence-at-nzme https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1509/scoop_placeholder.jpg NZ en James Grenon wants to replace the board of directors of NZME with four new people, including himself. He owns a 9.3% stake in NZME. Isaac Davison is concerned about the takeover proposal and the newsroom's editorial independence. E tū Director Michael Wood is concerned that Grenon has a clear agenda to use NZME for his own interests. "Press Release – E tu NZME delegate Isaac Davison said the takeover proposal created significant uncertainty about the company's potential direction and the newsroom's editorial independence. E tū is d...[+2574 chars]" 2025-03-06T23:54:40 Ramssol Group Berhad's (KLSE:RAMSSOL) Earnings Are Weaker Than They Seem Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ramssol-group-berhads-klse-ramssol-235440479.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7a9997715da94a925bc3a3ecccf9d032 US en Ramssol Group Berhad (KLSE:RAMSSOL) announced strong profits, but the stock was stagnant. Dilution is a concern for shareholders. Ramssol has increased the number of shares on issue by 13% over the last 12 months. The company's profit increased by 116% in the last year, but its EPS increased by 70%. Ramssol Group Berhad (KLSE:RAMSSOL) announced strong profits, but the stock was stagnant. Our analysis suggests that this might be because shareholders have noticed some concerning underlying factors....[+3667 chars] 2025-03-06T23:38:00 Total voting rights Mar. 6, 2025 23:38 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6053811 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/N2RiZjAxYzEtYmJlNy00MDQ2LWI3ZGQtMzhjNzYwNWRmMmJlLTEzMTA5NDM=/tiny/Foresight-Group-Holdings-Limit.png TW en The total number of voting rights of Foresight Group Holdings Limited is 114,290,510. This figure may be used by the Company's shareholders to determine if they are required to notify their interest in the Company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. "LEI: 213800NNT42FFIZB1T09 06 March 2025 FORESIGHT GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED (the ""Company"") TOTAL VOTING RIGHTS In accordance with DTR 5.6.1R, the Company announces that, as at 28 February 2025, the Comp...[+681 chars]" 2025-03-06T23:37:39 LS Group Faces Market Turmoil After Dual Listing Controversy Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=236879 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202503/236879_240062_348_v150.jpg KR en On March 5, at the InterBattery 2025 exhibition in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, LS Group Chairman Koo Ja-eun made a statement that has since sent ripples through the stock market. The stock price of LS Corp. closed at 103,700 won, marking a 10.29% drop from the previous trading day. LS Electric experienced a steeper decline, with its stock price plummeting 12.11% to 225,000 won. LS Eco & Energy, LS Networks, LS Marine Solution, LS Materials, and Gaon Cable also saw their stock prices fall, contributing to a collective market capitalization decrease of 4.36%. The total market value of the group On March 5, at the InterBattery 2025 exhibition held at COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, LS Group Chairman Koo Ja-eun made a statement that has since sent ripples through the stock market. Addressing the to...[+2775 chars] 2025-03-06T23:28:39 Ellah Lakes converts N3.1bn debt to equity Ellah Lakes Plc https://punchng.com/ellah-lakes-converts-n3-1bn-debt-to-equity https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03022600/Ellah-Lakes-Plc.png NG en Ellah Lakes Plc has converted its N3.1bn debt to equity, leading to the listing of an additional 1.1 billion ordinary shares on the Nigerian Exchange Limited at N2.8 per share. The company posted a loss of N396.6m for the second quarter ended January 31, 2025, reflecting a financial strain amid rising administrative and personnel expenses. "Ellah Lakes Plc has converted its N3.1bn debt to equity, leading to the listing of an additional 1.1 billion ordinary shares on the Nigerian Exchange Limited. In a notification to trading license hold...[+1297 chars]" 2025-03-06T23:21:11 EPP calls for fast-track vote on omnibus simplification bill next week https://www.politico.eu/article/epp-calls-for-fast-track-vote-on-omnibus-simplification-bill-next-week https://www.politico.eu/cdn-cgi/image/width=1200,height=630,fit=crop,quality=80,onerror=redirect/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/07/GettyImages-1352463356-scaled.jpg BE en The omnibus bill proposes to amend several key laws from the European Green Deal. It requires companies to report on their environmental footprint, exposure to climate change, and to police their supply chains against environmental damage and human rights violations. Only the largest companies are currently expected to report, while others are facing deadlines in 2026, 2027 and 2028. Presented by the European Commission last week, the omnibus bill proposes to amend several key laws from the European Green Deal including the corporate sustainability reporting directive (CSRD) and t...[+1056 chars] 2025-03-06T23:10:36 Amid trade tensions, Teck extends lifeline to abandoned Idaho mine to expand zinc operations Jeffrey Jones https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-amid-trade-tensions-teck-extends-lifeline-to-abandoned-idaho-mine-to https://www.theglobeandmail.com/resizer/v2/PNGE7S7KBFF3RDZOHGGBEMVF2Q.jpg?auth=6435bbdafc2d5cdd2f0e12b859dcf0a6d874a8ec6f800f17e9141d896e3bb47c&width=1200&height=800&quality=80&smart=true CA en eosg and sustainable finance reporter has access to all the content. for this content. For more information, go to: www.esgandsustainablefinancereporter.com and www.sfsr.org/sfs. "ESG and Sustainable Finance Reporter to view this content." 2025-03-06T23:07:38 Winston Peters, New Zealand First follows Donald Trump's anti-DEI path with new Bill Jamie Ensor https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/winston-peters-new-zealand-first-follows-donald-trumps-anti-dei-path-with-new-bill/UMEW5HLVR5DFBE5AE726EH7NEE https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/BWDLZZCA25G7TBMGE3NTQTFG5M.jpg?auth=1a756cda084ef2f567402953b46a3fc5d1ddc2e084618917c7569a12efa4cffa&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&focal=1423%2C579&smart=false NZ en The Public Service Act 2020 would be amended to remove the requirement for chief executives and boards to promote diversity and inclusiveness as part of being a 'good employer', including references to Māori involvement. The Public Service Commission has been working in 2024 to support leaders to develop inclusive practice and build overall DEI capability. 'This Bill would put an end to the woke left-wing social engineering and diversity targets in the public sector. New Zealand is a country founded on meritocracy not on some mind-numbingly stupid ideol...[+3012 chars] 2025-03-06T23:01:38 Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Inc. Conference Call Notification for 2024 Fourth Quarter Results Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/swiss-water-decaffeinated-coffee-inc-conference-call-notification-for-2024-fourth-quarter-results https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM5MDU2OCM2Nzk1MDUxIzIwOTExNjI= CA en Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Inc. will hold a conference call to discuss its financial results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2024 on March 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM Pacific (4:00 pm Eastern). The call can be accessed by dialing, approximately five minutes before the call. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Inc. (TSX: SWP) ('Swiss Water' or 'the Company') announced today that it will hold a conference call to ...[+232 chars] 2025-03-06T22:33:14 Rogers Communications Inc. Files Annual Report to Shareholders Rogers Communications https://www.gazettextra.com/news/nation_world/rogers-communications-inc-files-annual-report-to-shareholders/article_1c95ee06-2175-5859-9835-65a848236a52.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/gazettextra.com/content/tncms/custom/image/bd5993ec-56a6-11ec-a43c-8f7b005e099d.jpg US en Includes Annual Financial Statements, MD&A and 2024 Sustainability and Social Impact Disclosure. Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI.A and RCI B) today announced the filing with securities regulators in Canada and the U.S. of its 2024 annual report to shareholders. "Includes Annual Financial Statements, MD&A and 2024 Sustainability and Social Impact Disclosure TORONTO, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B; NYSE: RCI)...[+131 chars]" 2025-03-06T22:33:14 Rogers Communications Inc. Files Annual Report to Shareholders Rogers Communications https://www.mankatofreepress.com/news/state_national_news/rogers-communications-inc-files-annual-report-to-shareholders/article_a4dbf9cf-b47c-538c-afb2-a3cb98ca5dfa.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/mankatofreepress.com/content/tncms/custom/image/5e42277e-6153-11e5-b349-8f12bc751eed.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Rogers Communications Inc. has filed its 2024 annual report to shareholders. It includes the audited annual consolidated financial statements and the accompanying management's discussion and analysis (MD&A). Rogers' sustainability and social impact disclosure has been embedded into the MD&A this year. "Includes Annual Financial Statements, MD&A and 2024 Sustainability and Social Impact Disclosure TORONTO, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B; NYSE: RCI)...[+940 chars]" 2025-03-06T22:31:22 Rogers Communications Inc. Files Annual Report to Shareholders Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/rogers-communications-inc-files-annual-report-to-shareholders-2 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM5MDU4NiM2Nzk0NTYzIzIxMjU5ODk= CA en Rogers Communications Inc. announced the filing with securities regulators in Canada and the U.S. of its 2024 annual report to shareholders. It includes Rogers' 2024 audited annual consolidated financial statements and the accompanying management's discussion and analysis (MD&A). Rogers' sustainability and social impact disclosure has been embedded into its MD&A this year. "Article content Includes Annual Financial Statements, MD&A and 2024 Sustainability and Social Impact Disclosure TORONTO, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI.A and RC...[+530 chars]" 2025-03-06T22:30:00 Rogers Communications Inc. Files Annual Report to Shareholders Rogers Communications https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/rogers-communications-inc-files-annual-223000713.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/69122b143d62263bc77087fa24474bc7 US en Rogers' 2024 annual report to shareholders is available under the Rogers Communications Inc. profile on SEDAR+ at sedarplus.ca, on EDGAR at sec.gov and on the Investor Relations section of Rogers' website. Paper copies of the report can be requested at no charge. Rogers is Canada's leading communications and entertainment company. Its shares are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI B) and the New York Stock Exchange. "Includes Annual Financial Statements, MD&A and 2024 Sustainability and Social Impact Disclosure TORONTO, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B; NYSE: RCI)...[+1319 chars]" 2025-03-06T22:22:50 Salesforce joins other tech giants in scaling back DEI efforts Aidin Vaziri https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/salesforce-joins-other-tech-giants-in-scaling-back-dei-efforts/ar-AA1ApqJ1 US en Salesforce has removed references to diversity and inclusion as a 'core value' in its most recent financial disclosure. The company's filing now emphasizes compliance with anti-discrimination and equal-pay laws in the regions where it operates. Salesforce joins other prominent tech giants, such as Amazon, Google and Meta, in scaling back diversity efforts. "Salesforce has become the latest company to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, following a broader trend among major corporations. In its most recent annual financial disclosur...[+2347 chars]" 2025-03-06T22:14:19 Vista Gold Publishes 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/vista-gold-publishes-2024-environmental-social-and-governance-report https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250306009416r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Vista Gold Corp. announced today the publication of its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance ('ESG') Report. The report provides transparency and outlines progress on the Company's ESG performance in 2024 and defines its ESG goals and key initiatives for the coming year. "Article content DENVER — Vista Gold Corp. (NYSE American and TSX: VGZ) announced today the publication of its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance ('ESG') Report. The ESG Report provides transpar...[+631 chars]" 2025-03-06T22:14:19 Vista Gold Publishes 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/vista-gold-publishes-2024-environmental-social-and-governance-report https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/edmontonjournal/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20240922db016.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=he83ekQ9b4VDajXs40UORw CA en Vista Gold Corp. announced the publication of its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report. Vista holds the Mt Todd gold project, a ready-to-build development-stage gold deposit located in the Tier-1 mining jurisdiction of Northern Territory, Australia. Vista's strategy is to advance Mt Todd in ways that efficiently position the project for development. DENVER — Vista Gold Corp. (NYSE American and TSX: VGZ) announced today the publication of its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance ('ESG') Report. The ESG Report provides transparency and outline...[+8338 chars] 2025-03-06T22:04:00 Vista Gold Publishes 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report Business Wire https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/vista-gold-publishes-2024-environmental-220400158.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/188dbc57c74b866ca493c5247124f902 US en Vista Gold Corp. has published its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report. Vista holds the Mt Todd gold project in the Northern Territory, Australia. Vista's strategy is to advance Mt Todd in ways that efficiently position the project for development while exercising the discipline necessary to best realize value at the right time. "DENVER, March 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vista Gold Corp. (NYSE American and TSX: VGZ) announced today the publication of its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance (""ESG"") Report. The ESG Report p...[+6519 chars]" 2025-03-06T21:34:30 Graphjet Technology Discloses Notice from Nasdaq Graphjet Technology https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/graphjet-technology-discloses-notice-from-nasdaq/article_66c8806c-7b6c-5af7-bf59-3e632d38d5a2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Graphjet Technology received a notice on February 28, 2025 from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market that it is not in compliance with the requirements for continued listing under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) (the 'Listing Rule') "Innovative technological leader to oversee all technical, operational, customer support and business development initiatives KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Graphjet Technol...[+824 chars]" 2025-03-06T21:16:00 BMO 2025 Proxy Circular, 2024 Sustainability and Climate Reporting, and Public Accountability Statements CNW Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bmo-2025-proxy-circular-2024-211600354.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnwgroup.com/cb6740655a8e264ff94c66f06f5a76d7 US en BMO has filed its 2025 Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular with applicable securities regulators. BMO will release its 2024 Sustainability and Climate Reporting, including its Public Accountability Statements on Wednesday, March 12. The Annual Meeting will be held on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. EDT. Shareholders can access the webcast platform, related instructions and dial-in information on the Annual Meeting website. TORONTO and CHICAGO, March 6, 2025 /CNW/ - BMO (TSX: BMO) (NYSE: BMO) today announced that it has filed its 2025 Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular with applicable ...[+3186 chars] 2025-03-06T21:16:00 BMO 2025 Proxy Circular, 2024 Sustainability and Climate Reporting, and Public Accountability Statements Français Proxy Circular https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/bmo-2025-proxy-circular-2024-sustainability-and-climate-reporting-and-public-accountability-statements-866757789.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en BMO has filed its 2025 Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular with applicable securities regulators. BMO will release its 2024 Sustainability and Climate Reporting, including its Public Accountability Statements on Wednesday, March 12. The Annual Meeting will be held on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. EDT. Shareholders can access the webcast platform and dial-in information on the Annual Meeting website. TORONTO and CHICAGO, March 6, 2025 /CNW/ - BMO (TSX: BMO) (NYSE: BMO) today announced that it has filed its 2025 Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular with applicable ...[+2840 chars] 2025-03-06T21:05:57 American Carbon Alliance CEO calls legislation banning use of eminent domain to build carbon capture pipelines in South Dakota a lost opportunity to 'restore profitability' for farmers and ethanol producers Jody Heemstra https://drgnews.com/2025/03/06/american-carbon-alliance https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/2626/files/2023/10/american-carbon-alliance-news-release-header-102023.png US en Governor Larry Rhoden signed House Bill 1052 eliminating the use of eminent domain to build carbon capture pipelines. Summit Carbon Solutions' proposed pipeline project would connect ethanol companies in Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota to an underground storage site in southwestern North Dakota. American Carbon CEO Tom Buis is disappointed with the decision. "The CEO of American Carbon Alliance is disappointed that South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has signed legislation eliminating the use of eminent domain to build carbon capture pipelines. Rhoden annou...[+1464 chars]" 2025-03-06T20:19:00 Top pension funds refuse to back defence industry Louis Goss https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/03/06/top-pension-funds-refuse-to-back-defence-industry https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/03/06/TELEMMGLPICT000415243088_17412913759080_trans_NvBQzQNjv4BqTWXZ1y2gYTVANzKUy3e_vLJliiTkn7zHisV5koFp4YA.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Aviva, Royal London and Nest are among pension giants that restrict or block investment in the defence industry on 'ethical' grounds. Treasury wants to make it easier for investors to see if environmental, social and governance (ESG) funds exclude military spending. Sir Keir Starmer announced plans to increase government defence spending to 2.5% of GDP to guard against 'tyrants like Putin'. "Some of Britain's biggest pension firms have been accused of blocking Britain's plans to boost defence in the wake of the Ukraine war. Aviva, Royal London and the National Employment Savings Trust (Ne...[+10417 chars]" 2025-03-06T20:09:24 S&P could loosen rules for membership on Canadian stock indexes Catherine McIntyre https://thelogic.co/briefing/sp-could-loosen-rules-for-membership-on-canadian-stock-indexes https://thelogic.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/WP_Logo.jpg CO en Proposed changes would let companies domiciled outside of Canada remain on the S&P/TSX Composite index, as long as they are incorporated in the country and have'significant ties to Canada' (The Logic). membership provides access to Slack channel, participation in subscriber surveys and invitations to exclusive events with journalists and special guests. "By Catherine McIntyre Mar 6, 2025 | 3:09 PM ET Proposed changes would let companies domiciled outside of Canada remain on the S&P/TSX Composite index, as long as they are incorporated in the country a...[+922 chars]" 2025-03-06T19:51:02 How to unlock value — take social impact reporting beyond compliance Gita Maharaj https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-03-06-how-to-unlock-value-take-social-impact-reporting-beyond-compliance https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/iStock-1255363687.jpg?fit=1280%2C805&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en In an era when environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting has become table stakes for large corporations, there is an opportunity for differentiation in the social impact space. Private sector spending on ESG business services is projected to reach $65-billion by 2027. Companies with strong ESG performance command a 10% premium in talent attraction and retention, according to McKinsey. In an era when environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting have become table stakes for large corporations, a surprising opportunity for differentiation has emerged in what many consider the ...[+5967 chars] 2025-03-06T19:42:23 Senators Call For DOJ Probe Of X's Advertiser Pressure Campaign Suzanne Vranica https://tvnewscheck.com/digital/article/senators-call-for-doj-probe-of-xs-advertiser-pressure-campaign https://tvnewscheck.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Warren_Elizabeth_2.jpg US en "Five Democrats say Elon Musk may violate ethics and extortion rules if he uses threats to get companies back onto his platform, as they say he did with X. Elon Musk is a self-described ""X"". . ""X"" is Elon Musk's company." Five Democrats say Elon Musk may violate ethics and extortion rules if X uses threats to get companies back onto its platform. 2025-03-06T19:21:13 BlackRock unwinds diversity, climate programs, heeding conservative calls Brett Rowland https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3339737/blackrock-unwinds-diversity-climate-programs-heeding-conservative-calls https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/iStock-1446334594.jpg.webp US en Investment giant BlackRock is unwinding its diversity and climate programs in response to calls from Republicans. The company recently bought the ports on either side of the Panama Canal in a $22.8 billion deal. In January, BlackRock settled a dispute with the state of Tennessee over its ESG practices. "(The Center Square) – Investment giant BlackRock is unwinding its diversity and climate programs amid a broader retreat from such programs across the country in response to calls from Republicans. The...[+2963 chars]" 2025-03-06T19:13:00 EXEL Industries: Total number of voting rights and shares at 01.31.2025 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6053520 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en EXEL Industries is a French Société Anonyme with a share capital of €16,969,750. Theoretical voting rights: 9,891,683, Exercisable voting rights*: 9,887,644. After deduction of shares without voting rights, the total number of shares is 6,787,900. "EXEL Industries A French Société Anonyme with a share capital of €16,969,750 Registered office: 54, rue Marcel Paul - 51206 Epernay Cedex - France Reims Companies Register (RCS): No. 095 550 356 Numbe...[+316 chars]" 2025-03-06T18:55:00 Over 115 Exchanges Unite for the 11th Global Annual 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' Initiative PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/over-115-exchanges-unite-for-the-11th-global-annual-ring-the-bell-for-gender-equality-initiative-124085.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1741414635 VN en "The 11th annual ""Ring the Bell for Gender Equality"" event series is being organized by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the UN Global Compact, the UN SSE, UN Women and the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE). This year's theme is ""Ring for ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment"". It highlights the importance of inclusive actions to promote the rights and empowerment of women and girls." Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+2130 chars] 2025-03-06T18:36:00 Class UK defence investments as ethical, Labour MPs urge banks Lucy Fisher https://ftchinese.com/interactive/195750/en CN en More than 100 Labour MPs and peers have urged British banks and fund managers to stop viewing all defence investments as 'unethical' as they seek to boost the UK's domestic arms industry. Their open letter calls for the removal of environmental, social and governance (ESG) investment requirements. "More than 100 Labour MPs and peers have urged British banks and fund managers to stop viewing all defence investments as 'unethical', as they seek to boost the UK's domestic arms industry. Their open ...[+369 chars]" 2025-03-06T18:36:00 Class UK defence investments as ethical, Labour MPs urge banks 英国工党议员希望扫除阻碍国防投资的ESG要求 英国 金融时报 https://ftchinese.com/interactive/195750/ce CN en Letter to lenders and fund managers seeks to sweep away elements of ESG rules that hamper arms companies. More than 100 Labour MPs and peers have urged British banks to stop viewing all defence investments as 'unethical', as they seek to boost the UK's domestic arms industry. "Letter to lenders and fund managers seeks to sweep away elements of ESG rules that hamper arms companies 议员们呼吁贷款机构和基金管理公司不要再将国防投资列为'不道德'投资。 英国《金融时报》 露西•费希尔 ， 西尔维亚•普法伊费尔 More than 100 Labour MPs and pe...[+342 chars]" 2025-03-06T18:18:00 National Bank of Canada publishes its Management Proxy Circular and Corporate Social Responsibility Statement Français National Bank https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/national-bank-of-canada-publishes-its-management-proxy-circular-and-corporate-social-responsibility-statement-863715147.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en The annual meeting of the holders of common shares of National Bank of Canada will be held on April 24, 2025 at the Fairmont Palliser in Calgary at 9:30 a.m. (MDT) or 11:30 am (EDT). The Bank invites its shareholders to express their position on various topics submitted to a vote. The Circular can be consulted on the websites of the Bank and SEDAR+. MONTREAL, March 6, 2025 /CNW/ - National Bank of Canada (TSX: NA) announced today the release and filing with securities regulators of the notice of its annual meeting of the holders of common shares ...[+1594 chars] 2025-03-06T18:02:37 EQS-Adhoc: Semperit AG Holding: Executive Board proposes dividend of EUR 0.50 per share for 2024; deviation from dividend policy Semperit AG Holding https://www.ots.at/presseaussendung/EQS_20250306_EQS0010/eqs-adhoc-semperit-ag-holding-executive-board-proposes-dividend-of-eur-050-per-share-for-2024-deviation-from-dividend-policy https://static.ots.at/css/images/distributed-by-apa-ots_250px.png AT en Executive Board of Semperit AG Holding proposes to the Annual General Meeting a dividend of EUR 0.50 per share for the financial year 2024. For the 2023 financial year, the dividend amounted to EUR0.50. The annual results for 2024 will be published on March 20, 2025 and the annual general meeting will be held on April 23, 2025. The company is an internationally oriented group of companies that develops, produces and sells high-quality elastomer products and applications for industrial customers in over 100 countries worldwide. EQS-Ad-hoc: Semperit AG Holding / Key word(s): Dividend Semperit AG Holding: Executive Board proposes dividend of EUR 0.50 per share for 2024; deviation from dividend policy 06-March-2025 / 18:59 CET/...[+3720 chars] 2025-03-06T17:50:17 Labour MPs urge banks and investors to support defence firms https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clydjk2454qo https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/f6fb/live/20598db0-fab1-11ef-afa9-ddb9d47ff65a.jpg GB en More than 100 Labour MPs and peers have urged banks and investment firms to relax their rules on investing in defence companies. They wrote in an open letter that ethical investment rules had been holding back their access to finance. There is a trend to emphasise the national security element of defence investment since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. "More than 100 Labour MPs and peers have urged banks and investment firms to relax their rules on investing in defence companies.In an open letter, first reported by the Financial Times, they said ""ill...[+3632 chars]" 2025-03-06T17:49:48 Labour 'regurgitating Tory policy' with arms firm investment call James Walker https://www.thenational.scot/news/24988397.labour-regurgitating-tory-policy-arms-firm-investment-call https://www.thenational.scot/resources/images/19121227.jpg?type=og-image GB en 100 Labour MPs and peers urged financial institutions to class UK defence investments as ethical. The move is intended to boost support for Ukraine as pressure mounts on Europe to bolster defence spending. Scottish Greens have hit out at it, saying 'nothing about delivering deadly weapons to regimes such as Israel, Saudi Arabia or Egypt is ethical in any way'. "Welcome to this week's Branch Office Updates! Subscribe for free by clicking on the banner above. LABOUR have been accused of 'regurgitating rejected Tory policies' with a call to class defence firm i...[+2509 chars]" 2025-03-06T17:45:31 FG pledges to curb industrial carbon emissions Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4168335/fg-pledges-to-curb-industrial-carbon-emissions.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Federal Government on Thursday pledged its commitment to reducing industrial carbon emissions in Nigeria in line with both international commitments and the country's goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions. Click here to read the full news article. . .. "The Federal Government on Thursday pledged its commitment to reducing industrial carbon emissions in Nigeria, in line with both international commitments and the countrys goal of achieving net-... Cli...[+27 chars]" 2025-03-06T17:25:00 Missiles and fighter jets are ethical investments, Labour MPs tell banks Dominic Penna https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/03/06/missiles-jets-ethical-investments-labour-mps-banks-esg-uk https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/politics/2025/03/06/TELEMMGLPICT000409826586_17412810963800_trans_NvBQzQNjv4Bqp3bfLdJNMSwegfRYwhJWmPhorz2bX1JixOVbVqTn0W0.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en More than 100 Labour MPs and peers urge banks to change 'anti-defence' guidelines on investments in defence. Diane Abbott, who served as shadow home secretary under Jeremy Corbyn, said there is nothing ethical about investing in armaments used in genocidal situations like Gaza. "Missiles and fighter jets should count as 'ethical' investments, more than 100 Labour MPs and peers have told banks. Britain's financial institutions currently follow environmental, social and governa...[+4190 chars]" 2025-03-06T16:50:19 The Future of Wealth Management: Harbour Investment Partners Delivers Next-Gen Financial Solutions Getnews https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/markets-news/GetNews/31279315/the-future-of-wealth-management-harbour-investment-partners-delivers-next-gen-financial-solutions https://www.theglobeandmail.com/pf/resources/assets/meta/twitter-summary-240x240.png?d=673 CA en Harbour Investment Partners has announced the launch of its next-generation financial solutions for institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals. The solutions are based on data-driven investment strategies, risk management, and multi-asset portfolio diversification. The firm is expanding its services to include private wealth strategies for UHNWIs and family offices and alternative investment solutions. "Innovative Investment Strategies and AI-Driven Insights Enhance Portfolio Performance for Institutional and High-Net-Worth Clients Harbour Investment Partners, a leading global wealth management firm,...[+4582 chars]" 2025-03-06T16:11:39 MT lawmakers look at diversity, equity, and inclusion legislation Allie Kaiser https://www.kbzk.com/news/montana-politics/mt-lawmakers-look-at-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-legislation https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a03b660/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1920x1008+0+36/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fewscripps.brightspotcdn.com%2F3c%2F9d%2Fe645f89b4ab9ac20d5f10733a4dd%2Fday-46.jpg US en Two House Bills could change how colleges and the government handle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Rep. Randyn Gregg proposed House Bill 638, which would ban local or state government agencies from requiring or requesting diversity statements and giving special treatment because of them. Rep. Kerri Seekins-Crowe proposed HB 663, which prohibits colleges and universities from considering race, color, ethnicity, and national origin with admissions, hiring, financial aid, and scholarships. "HELENA — Two House Bills could change how colleges and the government handle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Rep. Randyn Gregg, R-White Sulphur Springs, proposed House Bill 638, which would ba...[+1226 chars]" 2025-03-06T16:02:00 Endeavour Silver Corp. (EDR) Opens the Market NEWSFILE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/endeavour-silver-corp.-edr-opens-the-market-1034449593 https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/243558/208 US en Dan Dickson, Chief Executive Officer of Endeavour Silver Corp. (TSX: EDR), along with the Company's board and senior management team, joined Dean McPherson, Head, Business Development, Global Mining, Toronto Stock Exchange, to open the market to celebrate the 20 years of incorporation and 19 years of being listed on the TSE. The company is a mid-tier precious metals company with operations in Mexico, Chile, and the United States. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - March 6, 2025) - Dan Dickson, Chief Executive Officer of Endeavour Silver Corp. (TSX: EDR) (""Endeavour Silver"" or the ""Company""), along with the Company's board and...[+840 chars]" 2025-03-06T16:00:00 UN Global Compact and PRI Convene Business Leaders to Accelerate Sustainable Finance for a Resilient Future https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6053291 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The United Nations Global Compact and Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) convened the Executive Roundtable on Sustainable Finance at the Orchard Hotel in Singapore today. It brought together CEOs, CFOs and institutional investors to mobilize private and institutional capital towards financing sustainable development, addressing biodiversity loss, and closing the SDG financing gap in the Asia-Pacific region. SINGAPORE, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) successfully convened the Executive Roundtable on Sustainable Finance ...[+3695 chars] 2025-03-06T15:52:23 Montana lawmakers look at diversity, equity, and inclusion legislation Allie Kaiser https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-legistlature/montana-lawmakers-look-at-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-legislation https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a03b660/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1920x1008+0+36/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fewscripps.brightspotcdn.com%2F3c%2F9d%2Fe645f89b4ab9ac20d5f10733a4dd%2Fday-46.jpg US en Two Montana house bills could change how colleges and the government handle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) issues. House Bill 638 would ban local or state government agencies from requiring or requesting diversity statements. Bill 663 would prohibit colleges and universities from considering race, color, ethnicity, and national origin with admissions, hiring, financial aid, and scholarships. "HELENA — Two Montana house bills could change how colleges and the government handle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Rep. Randyn Gregg, R-White Sulphur Springs, proposed House Bill 638, which ...[+1234 chars]" 2025-03-06T15:33:27 Dangote Group Pays N402.3bn Tax To Govt Chris Ugwu https://thewhistler.ng/dangote-group-pays-n402-3bn-tax-to-govt https://thewhistler.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Aliko-Dangote.jpg NG en Dangote Group paid over N402bn in taxes in 2024, making it the highest taxpayer in the country. Dangote Cement Plc reported a profit before tax of N732.537bn for the financial year ended December 31, 2024. Full-year revenue surged by 62.16% to N3.581tn, driven by strong revenue from Nigeria. The Directors recommended a dividend of N30.00 for the 2024 financial year (same as in 2023). "311 SHARES Share Tweet [mc4wp_form id=33047] Dangote Group and its subsidiaries have disclosed that it paid over N402bn in taxes in 2024, making it the highest taxpayer in the country. The Group noted...[+1843 chars]" 2025-03-06T15:27:16 GOP Officials Rethink BlackRock Bans After Panama Deal Ross Kerber https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/blackrock-panama-canal/2025/03/06/id/1201682 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=82849124-65b2-4d8c-9eba-270fce5afda5&SiteName=Newsmax US en "BlackRock bought two critical ports on both sides of the Panama Canal for $22.8 billion. The deal was hailed by President Trump in his address to Congress Tuesday night. BlackRock has been banned from managing retirement or treasury funds in a number of Republican-led states over its environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) investing policies. Indiana Treasurer Daniel Elliott, a Republican, helped push BlackRock out of a contract to manage a nearly $1 billion global bond portfolio last year. Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar called BlackRock's port investment ""a positive development for Texas."" " Often a political punching bag for MAGA Republicans, asset manager BlackRock may have bought some conservative credibility along with its purchase of two critical ports on both sides of the Panama Can...[+4622 chars] 2025-03-06T15:16:55 Republican officials rethink BlackRock bans after Panama port deal Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/republican-officials-rethink-blackrock-bans-after-panama-port-deal-2025-03-06 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/4MXNMEJH7NMLRDIGBTFQ7PJ6FA.jpg?auth=79af8d2630fc5894c502b926719084c0e049688fbce8ea3b46e7ad03a9c5f153&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en BlackRock bought two ports on both sides of the Panama Canal for $22.8 billion from CK Hutchison. The deal was hailed by President Trump in his address to Congress Tuesday night. BlackRock has been banned from managing retirement or treasury funds in some Republican-led states over its environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) investing policies. BOSTON/WASHINGTON, March 6 (Reuters) - Often a political punching bag for MAGA Republicans, asset manager BlackRock (BLK.N), opens new tab may have bought some conservative credibility along with its ...[+4786 chars] 2025-03-06T15:16:24 Analysis-Republican officials rethink BlackRock bans after Panama port deal Ross Kerber https://www.yahoo.com/news/analysis-republican-officials-rethink-blackrock-151624887.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/1ec40bc01817ef23caf5f60b19897fb4 US en The asset manager BlackRock bought two ports on both sides of the Panama Canal for $22.8 billion from CK Hutchison. The deal was hailed by President Trump in his address to Congress Tuesday night. BlackRock was previously banned from managing retirement or treasury funds in a number of Republican-led states over its environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) investing. "By Ross Kerber and Bo Erickson BOSTON/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Often a political punching bag for MAGA Republicans, asset manager BlackRock may have bought some conservative credibility along with its p...[+4890 chars]" 2025-03-06T15:11:29 European Energy A/S: Notice to convene Ordinary General Meeting https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/06/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/european-energy-as-notice-to-convene-ordinary-general-meeting/2068746 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/06/559419.png PH en The Board of Directors of the Company convenes an Ordinary General Meeting on Friday 21 March 2025 at 09:30 CET at the address Gyngemose Parkvej 50, 2860 Søborg, Denmark and electronically on Teams. The agenda is as follows: "Company announcement 2/2025 (06.03.2025) The Board of Directors of the Company hereby convenes an Ordinary General Meeting of the Company, to be held on: Friday 21 March 2025 at 09:30 CET at the addre...[+108 chars]" 2025-03-06T15:06:08 Endeavour Silver Corp. (EDR) Opens the Market Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/243558-endeavour-silver-corp-edr-opens-the-market https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/newsfile-242908.jpg CA en Dan Dickson, Chief Executive Officer of Endeavour silver Corp. (TSX: EDR) and Dean McPherson, Head of Business Development, Global Mining, Toronto Stock Exchange, opened the market to celebrate the Company's 20 years of incorporation and 19 years of being listed on the TSE. Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – March 6, 2025) – Dan Dickson, Chief Executive Officer of Endeavour Silver Corp. (TSX: EDR) ('Endeavour Silver' or the 'Company'), along with the Company's board and ...[+247 chars] 2025-03-06T15:06:08 Endeavour Silver Corp. (EDR) Opens the Market Newsfile https://www.pembrokeobserver.com/newsfile/243558-endeavour-silver-corp-edr-opens-the-market https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/newsfile-242908.jpg CA en Dan Dickson, Chief Executive Officer of Endeavour Silver Corp. (TSX: EDR), along with the Company's board and senior management team, joined Dean McPherson, Head, Business Development, Global Mining, Toronto Stock Exchange, to open the market to celebrate the 20 years of incorporation and 19 years of being listed on the TSE. The company currently operates two producing mines in Mexico, with a third one set to begin wet commissioning in Q2 2025. Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – March 6, 2025) – Dan Dickson, Chief Executive Officer of Endeavour Silver Corp. (TSX: EDR) ('Endeavour Silver' or the 'Company'), along with the Company's board and ...[+1027 chars] 2025-03-06T15:00:00 EEOC Chairman Backs President Trump's Anti-DEI Policies Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/eeoc-chairman-backs-president-trump-s-anti-dei-policies-1034449661 https://blog.tipranks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-293-1024x333.png?utm_source=markets.businessinsider.com&utm_medium=referral US en President Trump's Administration is tackling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is led by Andrea Lucas, who shares many of President Trump's opinions about DEI in the workplace. She wants companies to adopt merit-based hiring and promotions and curb anti-American biases. Apple, Microsoft and Costco are sticking to DEI despite the policy shift. President Donald Trump's Administration is tackling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs with the help of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Leading the EEOC is newly-appoi...[+2069 chars] 2025-03-06T14:53:30 Protesters take aim at Target for 40-day boycott. What to know in Michigan Sturgis Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/Protesters_take_aim_at_Target_for_40day_boycott_What_to_know https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/[] US en Some of the biggest companies in the U.S. have rolled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs, known as DEI. A 40-day boycott of Target began. There was a decline in February net sales at Target due to the boycott. Big U.S. companies taper or abandon diversity pledgesSome of the biggest companies in the U.S. from Walmart to Meta Platforms have rolled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs, known as ...[+71 chars] 2025-03-06T14:36:07 Descartes Systems price target lowered to $113 from $120 at BMO Capital Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/descartes-systems-price-target-lowered-to-113-from-120-at-bmo-capital-1034449201 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en BMO Capital analyst Thanos Moschopoulos lowered the firm's price target on Descartes Systems to $113 from $120 and keeps a Market Perform rating on the shares. The company can continue to deliver on its target of 10%-15% annual EBITDA growth, but tariff uncertainty might weigh on shipping volumes and organic growth in the near-term. BMO Capital analyst Thanos Moschopoulos lowered the firm's price target on Descartes Systems ( DSGX ) to $113 from $120 and keeps a Market Perform rating on the shares. The company can continue to del...[+357 chars] 2025-03-06T14:28:43 BP cuts boss's pay by 30% after company misses profit targets Rob Davies https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/mar/06/bp-cuts-bosss-pay-by-30-after-company-misses-profit-targets https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/715fd7e34ba2ea8d2706574e889b868f91fb8e10/0_218_5500_3301/master/5500.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=3b051de2afbd2ec1a3b3d7896f02ece7 GB en Murray Auchincloss's pay decreased by 30% to £5.4m for 2024, according to the company's annual report. The failure to hit targets in categories such as profit, cash flow and safety meant the variable element of his pay slumped from £3.4 mn to less than £1m. Activist investor Elliott Investment Management had built up a stake in BP and was pushing the company to overhaul its strategy. BP posted annual profits of $8.9bn in 2024, down from $14bn in 2023. BP cut the pay of its chief executive after a chastening year in which the British oil company missed profit targets and ditched its green investment strategy as it came under pressure from a US-based...[+3499 chars] 2025-03-06T14:20:38 Why the Women in Green Business Awards is more important than ever https://www.businessgreen.com/opinion/4410420/women-green-business-awards https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/7286a8d/9186f0f0-2357-46b9-aa90-7b16404b96d4/6/Cecilia-Keating-428-Edit-copy-edited-version-2-roi-1-370x229.jpeg GB en The Women in Green Business Awards celebrate the achievements of women working in the green economy. This year's awards ceremony will take place on October 8th in central London. Nominations are open for this year's award winners to be announced on International Women's Day this weekend. "Celebrating the achievements of women working in the green economy is more important now than ever before. In the wake of President Trump's election victory and the new US administration's moves to gu...[+5242 chars]" 2025-03-06T14:20:25 MetricStream and GRC Report's 2025 GRC Practitioner Survey Reveals AI, Cyber Risk, Operational Resilience, and Regulatory Compliance as Top Priorities Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/metricstream-and-grc-reports-2025-grc-practitioner-survey-reveals-ai-cyber-risk-operational-resilience-and-regulatory-compliance-as-top-priorities https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SSGAngel23-11.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=3rLji-MLAM8SzYkYkFA6Pg CA en MetricStream and GRC Report have released the results of their 2025 GRC practitioner survey. More than 100 global risk leaders and practitioners shared their key GRC priorities for the year. There is a strong focus on integrated programs to manage emerging risks, resilience requirements, regulatory changes, cyber risks, and the promise of AI to improve efficiency and drive innovation. SAN JOSE, Calif. — MetricStream, the global market leader in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), in collaboration with GRC Report, today released the results of their 2025 GRC practitioner survey....[+7167 chars] 2025-03-06T14:18:00 Minority Shareholders Nominate Candidate for Board of Directors PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/minority-shareholders-nominate-candidate-board-141800360.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/7f59f5ee935a77407560fd9d1e607fb9 US en Ecopetrol S.A. is the largest company in Colombia and one of the main integrated energy companies in the American continent with more than 19,000 employees. In Colombia, it is responsible for more than 60% of the hydrocarbon production, most transportation, logistics, and hydrocarbon refining systems, and it holds leading positions in the petrochemicals and gas distribution segments. At the international level, Ecopetrol has a stake in strategic basins with Drilling and Exploration operations in the Permian basin and the Gulf of Mexico, Brazil and Mexico, and with ISA and its subsidiaries, power transmission business in Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Bolivia. "BOGOTA, Colombia, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) (""Ecopetrol"" or the ""Company"") announces that, in accordance with the declaration of the Nation as the majorit...[+2810 chars]" 2025-03-06T14:16:25 Treat weapons investments as ‘ethical' to help arm Ukraine and UK, MPs urge The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/Treat_weapons_investments_as_ethical_to_help_arm_Ukraine_and https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oL53DoZlMVg/0.jpg US en "More than 100 Labour MPs and peers sign open letter saying ESG policies are holding back defence spending. Banks, investors and pension funds should treat weapons manufacturers as 'ethical' investments, they argue.   . ""Anti-defence rules are acting as a barrier to doing what is right"" " More than 100 Labour MPs and peers sign open letter saying ESG policies are holding back defence spendingBusiness live – latest updatesBanks, investors and pension funds should treat weapons manufactu...[+139 chars] 2025-03-06T14:05:53 Victoria's Secret pulls back on DEI efforts WSB Radio News Staff https://www.wgauradio.com/news/local/victorias-secret-pulls-back-dei-efforts/RP77FE7AR5B3RMQHSXHITGC7OU https://cmg-cmg-rd-20015-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/https%3A%2F%2Fcloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com%2Fcmg%2F2OZVREX77RCLLCVQ67IA7O22TU.jpg?auth=240719a4d557cb4ea0a4d4b3b619df475d8633a352d2f8b9e794e516e47ac4b4&width=1200&height=630&smart=true US en Victoria's Secret is changing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The company has altered DEI-related language on its website and removed a previously stated goal of increasing Black employee representation in leadership roles. This shift aligns with a broader trend among corporations scaling back their DEI programs in response to changing business priorities. Victoria's Secret is the latest major company to step away from its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, a move that comes after years of heightened scrutiny. The retailer initially imp...[+738 chars] 2025-03-06T14:02:56 James Grenon wants to sack entire NZME board https://www.nbr.co.nz/investment/james-grenon-wants-to-sack-entire-nzme-board https://d2xgqyuql1olth.cloudfront.net/assets/Uploads/2021-10/2019-Bravest-move-PEOPLEs-CHOICE-NZME-paywall.jpeg NZ en James Grenon wants to remove NZME's entire board. Grenon disclosed a 9% stake in the company earlier this week. NZME received a letter this morning from Grenon in his own right and is seeking to remove the company's board from the stock exchange. "New NZME investor James Grenon, who disclosed a 9% stake in the company earlier this week, is seeking to remove the company's entire board. In a note to the stock exchange announcing the company's ann...[+90 chars]" 2025-03-06T14:00:36 Sweetgreen to Participate at Upcoming Investor Conferences Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/sweetgreen-to-participate-at-upcoming-investor-conferences/article_b5ff2852-3fcc-5731-8f77-e557e6585fb7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en "Sweetgreen, Inc. will present at the following investor conferences:. ""The Investor Conference"" is a conference where investors gather to discuss the future of a company. ""This conference is for investors only. It is not for the general public."" " Sweetgreen, Inc. (NYSE: SG), today announced that the company will present at the following investor conferences: 2025-03-06T14:00:21 BCI updates voting proxy guidelines, prioritizing ESG bmcgovern https://www.benefitscanada.com/news/cir-news-news/bci-updates-voting-proxy-guidelines-prioritizing-corporate-governance-esg https://www.benefitscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2021/09/157425978_l.jpg CA en The British Columbia Investment Management Corp. is focusing on corporate governance, the protection of shareholder rights and effective oversight of environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities as part of its latest proxy voting guidelines. The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec is acquiring Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. in a deal worth roughly $10 billion. "By: Staff March 6, 2025 March 5, 2025 09:00 The British Columbia Investment Management Corp. is focusing on robust corporate governance, the protection of shareholder rights and effective oversight of...[+3818 chars]" 2025-03-06T13:04:54 "Euro Manganese Announces Placement of C$5.9m (A$6.5m) (1) Anchored by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Increasing Ownership and ASX Share Purchase Plan (""SPP"") to Raise up to an Additional C$3.6m (A$4.0m) (1)" Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/euro-manganese-announces-placement-of-c5-9m-a6-5m-1-anchored-by-the-european-bank-for-reconstruction-and-development-increasing-ownership-and-asx-share-purchase-plan-spp-to-raise-up-to-an https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM5MDA0MiM2NzkzNTYxIzIxMjM2ODc= CA en Euro Manganese has received commitments to raise C$5.9 million (A$6.5 million) 1 through the Conditional Placement. Mr. Rick Anthon, a veteran battery metals executive with over 30 years of industry experience, will join the board as Chairman on completion of the Placement and SPP. "Euro Manganese has received firm commitments to raise C$5.9 million (A$6.5 million) 1 through the Conditional Placement Includes participation from new and existing shareholders and the European Bank ...[+816 chars]" 2025-03-06T13:00:38 Dynatrace Cost & Carbon Optimization App Receives SDIA Certification Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/dynatrace-cost-carbon-optimization-app-receives-sdia-certification/article_f865a7e3-01d7-5b8b-b62e-875c795d1453.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en The Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance (SDIA) has certified the Dynatrace Cost & Carbon Optimization app. The app calculates greenhouse gas emissions for Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and on-premises host instances. Dynatrace (NYSE: DT), the leading AI-powered observability platform, today announced that the Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance (SDIA) has certified the Dynatrace Cost & Carbon Optimization ...[+462 chars] 2025-03-06T12:58:06 Salesforce cuts diversity hiring goals, joining Meta and Google in scaling back DEI initiatives https://dnyuz.com/2025/03/06/salesforce-cuts-diversity-hiring-goals-joining-meta-and-google-in-scaling-back-dei-initiatives https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Salesforce-cuts-diversity-hiring-goals-joining-Meta-and-Google-in.jpeg US en Salesforce is the latest tech giant to abandon explicit diversity hiring targets. This comes in the wake of executive orders issued by President Donald Trump in January aimed at dismantling them. Salesforce's CEO Marc Benioff has previously set a high standard for supporting diversity hiring. "Salesforce is the latest tech giant to abandon explicit diversity hiring targets. This comes in the wake of executive orders issued by President Donald Trump in January aimed at dismantling In its fil...[+529 chars]" 2025-03-06T12:48:42 Salesforce cuts diversity hiring goals, joining Meta and Google in scaling back DEI initiatives https://www.msn.com/en-ie/money/other/salesforce-cuts-diversity-hiring-goals-joining-meta-and-google-in-scaling-back-dei-initiatives/ar-AA1An9kf US en Salesforce is the latest tech giant to abandon explicit diversity hiring targets. Since mid-2024 more than 20 major companies have rolled back diversity and inclusion initiatives in the US. Amazon, Google, Walmart, Meta, Deloitte, and KPMG have recently discontinued diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. "Salesforce is the latest tech giant to abandon explicit diversity hiring targets. This comes in the wake of executive orders issued by President Donald Trump in January aimed at dismantling diversity,...[+2420 chars]" 2025-03-06T12:42:27 CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSGP) Shares Bought by Mutual of America Capital Management LLC Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/06/costar-group-inc-nasdaqcsgp-shares-bought-by-mutual-of-america-capital-management-llc.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/costar-group-inc-logo-1200x675.png?v=20240125103046&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Mutual of America Capital Management LLC raised its position in CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSGP) by 14.5% in the 4th quarter. It now owns 57,775 shares of the technology company's stock after acquiring 7,311 shares during the quarter. ORG Partners LLC boosted its stake in shares of Co Star Group by 534.8% during the fourth quarter. Harel Insurance Investments & Financial Services Ltd. purchased a new position in shares. E Fund Management Hong Kong Co. Ltd. increased its stake by 17,100.0% in shares and now owns 516 shares. Craig Hallum initiated coverage on CoStar group in a Mutual of America Capital Management LLC raised its position in CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSGP ) by 14.5% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchan...[+4369 chars] 2025-03-06T12:42:14 42,100 Shares in Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ:EVRG) Acquired by Proficio Capital Partners LLC Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/06/42100-shares-in-evergy-inc-nasdaqevrg-acquired-by-proficio-capital-partners-llc.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/evergy-inc-logo-1200x675.png?v=20220404063509&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Proficio Capital Partners LLC acquired a new position in shares of Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ:EVRG) during the fourth quarter. The firm acquired 42,100 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $2,591,000. Mizuho Securities USA LLC grew its stake in Evergy by 7,234.3% during the 3rd quarter. FMR LLC bought 1,282,275 shares. Point72 Asset Management L.P. bought 583,923 shares. SG Americas Securities LLC bought 915,603 shares. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. bought 634,735 shares. Proficio Capital Partners LLC acquired a new position in shares of Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ:EVRG ) during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm ...[+3686 chars] 2025-03-06T12:37:22 Descartes Systems price target lowered to $130 from $133 at RBC Capital Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/descartes-systems-price-target-lowered-to-130-from-133-at-rbc-capital-1034448353 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en RBC Capital has lowered the price target on Descartes Systems to $130 from $133 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Q4 revenue and Q1 baseline were lighter than expected, but RBC believes tariff uncertainty will be a long-term driver of increased uptake of supply chain management software. RBC Capital lowered the firm's price target on Descartes Systems (DSGX) to $130 from $133 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Despite the tailwind from increased demand for Descartes' Global...[+550 chars] 2025-03-06T11:30:00 CGI becomes the first major digital services company to be awarded the Sustainable IT label - Level 2 across Europe and Morocco CNW Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cgi-becomes-first-major-digital-113000096.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnwgroup.com/14f6ab1d9a62b6b87dbdb9258d43b6d2 US en CGI has been awarded the level 2 Numérique Responsable IT label for its operations in France, Luxembourg, Morocco, Romania and Switzerland. CGI is the first digital services company with over 5,000 employees to be awarded the Level 2 label. The company was awarded level 1 label in 2022. The audit assessed CGI against 52 criteria. "GIB.A (TSX)GIB (NYSE)cgi.com/en/press-room MONTREAL, Quebec and PARIS, France, March 6, 2025 /CNW/ - CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB), one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services fi...[+4526 chars]" 2025-03-06T11:27:39 EXEL Industries: Total number of voting rights and shares at 01.31.2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/06/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/exel-industries-total-number-of-voting-rights-and-shares-at-01312025/2068430 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/06/558920.png PH en EXEL Industries is a French company with a share capital of €16,969,750. Its registered office is at 54, rue Marcel Paul, 51206 Epernay Cedex, Reims, France. It has a number of shares and voting rights according to AMF regulation. "EXEL Industries A French Société Anonyme with a share capital of €16,969,750 Registered office: 54, rue Marcel Paul - 51206 Epernay Cedex - France Reims Companies Register (RCS): No. 095 550 356 Numbe...[+77 chars]" 2025-03-06T11:23:04 Morgan Stanley Sticks to Their Buy Rating for Elisa Corporation (0I8Y) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/morgan-stanley-sticks-to-their-buy-rating-for-elisa-corporation-0i8y-1034447942 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Morgan Stanley maintained a Buy rating on Elisa Corporation with a price target of €55.00. According to TipRanks, Terence Tsui is ranked #4399 out of 9384 analysts. The Street suggests a Hold analyst consensus rating for Elisa Corp. with a €46.54 average price target. "In a report released today, Terence Tsui from Morgan Stanley maintained a Buy rating on Elisa Corporation (0I8Y – Research Report), with a price target of €55.00. Discover the Best Stocks and Maximize...[+528 chars]" 2025-03-06T11:12:58 Labour MPs and peers urge banks to view UK defence investments as ethical Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/labour-mps-and-peers-urge-banks-to-view-uk-defence-investments-as-ethical-b1215033.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/03/06/11/7c6f792694685c3d040e42ec7ef46afeY29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQxMzQ0NjQ1-2.77424909.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en The letter from Labour MPs calls for the UK to rethink ESG mechanisms that exclude all defence investments as 'unethical' and support Ukraine in its hour of need and ensure defence of the UK's own nation, as they do in Ukraine's need. The letter from Labour MPs read: 'For the United Kingdom to both support Ukraine in its hour of need and ensure defence of our own nation, we must rethink ESG mechanisms that often wrongly exclude all...[+36 chars] 2025-03-06T10:40:00 New board members who are passionate about sustainability wanted https://www.three.fm/news/isle-of-man-news/new-board-members-who-are-passionate-about-sustainability-wanted https://mmo.aiircdn.com/5/67c9700b01c4c.jpeg FM en Isle of Man was awarded the UNESCO Biosphere status in 2016. It needs new board members before a review next year. The organisation is looking for people who are passionate about sustainability. The closing date is Wednesday, April 2 and you can apply via a link on the website. "News Home More from Isle of Man News A green body is looking for people to help oversee the Island's UNESCO Biosphere status The Isle of Man was awarded the status in 2016, but needs new board members...[+243 chars]" 2025-03-06T10:31:57 Why reforms to Scots Law are set to accelerate clean energy ambitions https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/24986089.reforms-scots-law-set-accelerate-clean-energy-ambitions https://www.heraldscotland.com/resources/images/19168029.jpg?type=og-image GB en Clare Foster is a speaker at All-Energy 25, the UK's largest renewable and low-carbon energy exhibition and conference, taking place in Glasgow on 14-15 May. The Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023 (intended to go live in the Spring) will reform Scots law relating to the transfer of rights and security over moveable property. Typically, lenders expect a comprehensive security package, including fixed security over the wind farm site (and site access) and key contracts, as well as a floating charge over the project company'...[+3556 chars] 2025-03-06T10:30:00 Why Charlotte Fortune 500 companies tempered DEI support in key federal filings Catherine Muccigrosso https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/business/article301059144.html https://www.charlotteobserver.com/latest-news/u9zmsi/picture301463179/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1140/skyline_02.JPG US en Most Fortune 500 companies in the Charlotte region have stopped emphasizing diversity, equity and inclusion in their annual reports to the SEC. The changes come in the wake of President Donald Trump's DEI executive order signed Jan. 21 and a broader backlash against such programs. Bank of America, for example, eliminated references to diversity and equity, instead referring to inclusion and opportunity. "By and Chase Jordan Most Fortune 500 companies in the Charlotte region have stopped emphasizing diversity, equity and inclusion in their annual reports to the SEC, a Charlotte Observer review of the l...[+22421 chars]" 2025-03-06T10:26:22 Descartes Systems price target lowered to $118 from $125 at Barclays Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/descartes-systems-price-target-lowered-to-118-from-125-at-barclays-1034447694 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Barclays lowered the firm's price target on Descartes Systems to $118 from $125 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares post the Q4 report. The company reported a mixed quarter and concerns about the negative impact from lower trade volumes from potential tariffs will likely weigh on shares. Barclays lowered the firm's price target on Descartes Systems (DSGX) to $118 from $125 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares post the Q4 report. The company reported a mixed quarter and conce...[+390 chars] 2025-03-06T10:07:34 SGX sees leadership changes in FX and technology amid push to revive stock market Sue-Ann Tan https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/sgx-sees-leadership-changes-in-fx-and-technology-amid-push-to-revive-stock-market https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/4ff3da273e145bc57928a7f344789e229b161a0fec5c17e519c304686c9b6789 SG en Mr Lee Beng Hong, head of wholesale markets and platforms, is quitting to pursue new opportunities. Mr Thijs Jacobs, group chief technology officer, is also stepping down. Mr Jean-Philippe Malé will become SGX FX chief executive on April 1. "The changes also come amid announcements from the Monetary Authority of Singapore of measures to revitalise the local stock market. PHOTO: ST FILE SGX sees leadership changes in FX and technology amid...[+2589 chars]" 2025-03-06T09:11:24 Tabreed raises $700mn in oversubscribed green sukuk debut Staff Writer https://www.arabianbusiness.com/markets/equities/sukuk/tabreed-raises-700mn-in-oversubscribed-green-sukuk-debut https://www.arabianbusiness.com/cloud/2025/03/06/Khalid-al-Marzooqi-Tabreed-CEO.jpg AE en Tabreed has successfully raised $700 million via an inaugural, five-year green sukuk. It is the company's first issuance under its new $1.5 billion trust certificate issuance programme. The new issue was oversubscribed by nearly 2.6 times. It will be listed and traded on the London Stock Exchange's international securities market. "Tabreed, a globally leading district cooling company, announced the successful raising of $700 million via an inaugural, five-year green sukuk. This is the company's first issuance under its new $1.5 ...[+1323 chars]" 2025-03-06T08:54:36 Portugal financing from EIB Group surpasses €2 billion in 2024 with record investment in green financing and sustainable energy (EIB - European Investment Bank) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/Portugal_financing_from_EIB_Group_surpasses_2_billion_in_202 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/[] US en EIB Group affirms strong commitment to Portugal with €2.1 billion in financing last year. Climate and environmental sustainability financing reached 63% of total amount consolidating the EIB as the Climate Bank in Portugal. It's a record for EIB Group. ) EIB Group affirms strong commitment to Portugal with €2.1 billion in financing last year. Climate and environmental sustainability financing reached 63 % of total amount consolidating the EIB as the...[+33 chars] 2025-03-06T08:49:32 SGX Names BidFX Co-Founder Malé as FX Chief Amid Tech Reshuffle Finance Magnates https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/SGX_Names_BidFX_CoFounder_Male_as_FX_Chief_Amid_Tech_Reshuff https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WRDzufxzWBw/0.jpg US en Jean-Philippe Malé has been appointed CEO of SGX FX effective April 1, 2025. It is part of a broader management reshuffle that includes changes in its technology leadership. SGX is excited to welcome Malé to his new post and is confident his leadership will further elevate the company. Singapore Exchange (SGX Group) announced today (Thursday) the appointment of Jean-Philippe Malé as CEO of SGX FX, effective April 1, 2025, as part of a broader management reshuffle that includes chang...[+151 chars] 2025-03-06T08:29:57 UN Global Compact and PRI Convene Business Leaders to Accelerate Sustainable Finance for a Resilient Future Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/06/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/un-global-compact-and-pri-convene-business-leaders-to-accelerate-sustainable-finance-for-a-resilient-future/2068339 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/06/558750.jpg PH en Asia is facing an annual shortfall of $1.5 trillion to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The roundtable discussed the need for private sector leadership in mobilizing capital for the Global South and integrating sustainability-related factors into financial decision-making. It concluded with a call to action for businesses and investors. "With Asia facing an annual shortfall of $1.5 trillion to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), discussions centered on scaling innovative financing mechanisms to drive inclusive growth, clima...[+2317 chars]" 2025-03-06T08:03:19 UN Global Compact and PRI Convene Business Leaders to Accelerate Sustainable Finance for a Resilient Future Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/UN_Global_Compact_and_PRI_Convene_Business_Leaders_to_Accele https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/[] US en The United Nations Global Compact and Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) successfully convened the Executive Roundtable on Sustainable Finance. Achieving the SDGs requires bold leadership and concrete action from the private sector. By embedding sustainability into business and investment strategies, companies can accelerate progress toward a more resilient and equitable global economy. SINGAPORE, /CNW/ -- The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) successfully convened the Executive Roundtable on Sustainable Finance – Driving Leadership ...[+315 chars] 2025-03-06T08:00:00 UN Global Compact and PRI Convene Business Leaders to Accelerate Sustainable Finance for a Resilient Future United Nations Global Compact https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/un-global-compact-and-pri-convene-business-leaders-to-accelerate-sustainable-finance-for-a-resilient-future-824587800.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2597908/UNGC_Logo.jpg?p=twitter CA en The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) convened the Executive Roundtable on Sustainable Finance at the Orchard Hotel in Singapore today. It brought together CEOs, CFOs and institutional investors to mobilize private and institutional capital towards financing sustainable development, addressing biodiversity loss, and closing the SDG financing gap in the Asia-Pacific region. SINGAPORE, March 6, 2025 /CNW/ -- The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) successfully convened the Executive Roundtable on Sustainable Finance – Drivi...[+4269 chars] 2025-03-06T07:56:00 US anger mounts over global reach of EU's ‘hostile' ESG rules Bloomberg https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sustainability/us-anger-mounts-over-global-reach-of-eus-hostile-esg-rules/articleshow/118749298.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118749308,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-35394,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en The American Chamber of Commerce to the European Union (AmCham EU) is concerned about Europe's environmental, social and governance (ESG) regulations. Republican lawmakers call the rules 'hostile' and warn that America's jurisdictional sovereignty is at stake. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has said he's willing to consider 'trade tools' to retaliate. "As trans-Atlantic relations grow increasingly fraught, Europe's ESG regulations are becoming yet another flashpoint that threatens to sour ties. The American Chamber of Commerce to the European Union ...[+7961 chars]" 2025-03-06T07:52:05 Gregor Poynton MP: ESG rules must not block defence investment for Ukraine and UK growth John Erskine https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion/gregor-poynton-mp-esg-rules-must-not-block-defence-investment-for-ukraine-and-uk-growth-5020847 https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjdkZWViZGU1LTllMzUtNDFmZS1iYjczLTI5MDZkNzU0YTQ1MDo1OWU0MDdkOC1kOTkyLTRhZWMtODdlMi03ZDAyZWE5MWI0ZjE=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Gregor Poynton MP for the Livingston Constituency, along with over 95 Labour MPs, has signed a letter to call on the UK's financial institutions to reform Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment rules to ensure that support for Ukraine and the UK defence sector is not unfairly restricted. The letter has been supported by the highly influential Labour Growth Group of MPs. Chancellor Rachel Reeves amended the Sovereign Wealth Fund's parameters to enable investment in UK defence industries. She also agreed a £2.26bn loan to Ukraine during President Zelenskyy's visit. "Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Gregor Poynton MP for the Livingston Constituency, along with over 95 Labour MPs, has signed a letter to call...[+5068 chars]" 2025-03-06T07:42:16 Mahindra & Mahindra ranks in top 1% of S&P Global's 2025 Sustainability Assessment ETAuto Desk https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/mahindra-mahindra-ranks-in-top-1-of-sp-globals-2025-sustainability-assessment/118754698 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118754698,imgsize-1218235,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etauto/industry/mahindra-mahindra-ranks-in-top-1-of-sp-globals-2025-sustainability-assessment.jpg IN en Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. has been included in the top 1% of companies in S&P Global's 2025 Sustainability Yearbook. It is the only automotive company globally to achieve this distinction in the 2025 yearbook. M&M has attained the leadership status in the 2024 Dow Jones Sustainable Index (DJSI) World Index for the auto sector. This marks the fourth consecutive year that M & M has been part of the DJSI World Index. "Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) has been included in the top 1% of companies in S&P Global 's 2025 Sustainability Yearbook, becoming the only automotive company globally to achieve this distinction in ...[+1784 chars]" 2025-03-06T06:26:01 Evolva Holding SA publishes agenda for Annual General Meeting 2025 Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/Evolva_Holding_SA_publishes_agenda_for_Annual_General_Meetin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/[] US en Evolva Holding SA issues an ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. The announcement is made at 07:00 CET/CEST and is in accordance with Art. 52 LR. Evolva Holding SA / Key word(s): AGMEGM06-March-2025 / 07:00 CET/CESTRelease of an ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LRThe issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.PRESS...[+39 chars] 2025-03-06T05:50:07 S'pore could buy its first tranche of carbon credits in 2025, MTI to call for proposals Shabana Begum https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/spore-could-buy-its-first-tranche-of-carbon-credits-in-2025-mti-to-call-for-proposals https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/1530448ed56accd41071c2da034e16dea7ecd04fa7d1b2b6714f39a115e8d82b SG en The Ministry of Trade and Industry will launch a request for proposals to procure eligible carbon credits to offset Singapore's greenhouse gas emissions in 2025. Singapore has signed a bilateral carbon trading agreement with Bhutan on February 28. It is the third such agreement that Singapore has with Papua New Guinea and Ghana. It will buy carbon credits from these countries in order to meet its climate targets under the Paris Agreement. The Government will spend $62.5 million to develop a test facility to accelerate the development of low-carbon technologies. "The eventual goal is for Singapore's emissions to reach net-zero by mid-century. ST PHOTO: CHONG JUN LIANG S'pore could buy its first tranche of carbon credits in 2025, MTI to call for proposals SINGA...[+5759 chars]" 2025-03-06T05:49:00 Fiance for Ukraine: Scrap regulations that ban investment in defence Alex Baker https://www.cityam.com/fiance-for-ukraine-scrap-regulations-that-ban-investment-in-defence https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GettyImages-2202035865-e1740987736766.jpg GB en Alex Baker and Luke Charters are calling on the Financial Conduct Authority and UK Finance to change ESG rules that are holding the sector back. They support the government's decision to increase UK defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP. They believe the financial services sector has a vital role to play in supporting UK defence. There has historically been a nervousness about investing in defence, but at this pivotal moment for the security of our continent, it's time to change ESG rules that are holding the sector back, say ...[+3803 chars] 2025-03-06T05:25:00 Sanasa Life Insurance ‘A Great Place to Work': Certified for second consecutive year https://www.ft.lk/hr/Sanasa-Life-Insurance-A-Great-Place-to-Work-Certified-for-second-consecutive-year/47-773859 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_59957e6919.jpg LK en "Sanasa Life Insurance has been recognised as ""A Great Place to Work"" by the global authority on workplace culture for the second year in a row. Sanasa is committed to having a gender balanced workforce with 56% male to 44% female ratio and a substantial number of women in managerial roles within the company. The company believes a diverse workplace contributes to the work ethic." 'From Staff Members to Senior Managers, these men and women from all sections of society come together in a cultural richness in our organisation,' Deputy General Manager HR, Establishment / Strategy ...[+11322 chars] 2025-03-06T05:13:00 Sampath Bank's sustainability leadership recognised at ACCA Sri Lanka Awards ‘24 https://www.ft.lk/financial-services/Sampath-Bank-s-sustainability-leadership-recognised-at-ACCA-Sri-Lanka-Awards-24/42-773857 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_c8ad7ea20f.jpg LK en Sampath Bank has been honoured as the Runner-up in the Banking Category at the ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards 2024. The recognition highlights the bank's unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and sustainable business practices. The evaluation process involved a rigorous review by an independent panel of experts. Sampath Bank has been honoured as the Runner-up in the Banking Category at the ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards 2024. This recognition highlights the bank's unwavering commitment to tran...[+2618 chars] 2025-03-06T04:18:56 Tinubu mandates ministers to hold quarterly public briefings Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4166101/tinubu-mandates-ministers-to-hold-quarterly-public-briefings.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Presidency outlined new conditions for the quarterly Stakeholder and Citizens Engagement Meetings on Wednesday. The government is committed to transparency, inclusivity and citize the meetings.   . i in the full news article The Presidency on Wednesday outlined new conditions for the quarterly Stakeholder and Citizens Engagement Meetings, saying the Federal Government is commitment to transparency, inclusivity, and citize...[+34 chars] 2025-03-06T04:07:21 Half of World's CO2 Emissions Come From 36 Fossil Fuel Firms, Study Shows Slashdot https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4165943/half-of-worlds-co2-emissions-come-from-36-fossil-fuel-firms-study-shows.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Half of the world's climate-heating carbon emissions come from the fossil fuels produced by just 36 companies. Previous versions of the annual report have been used in legal cases against companies and investors. Global emissions must fall by 45% by 2030 if the world is to have a good chance of limiting temperature rise to 1.5C. Half of the world's climate-heating carbon emissions come from the fossil fuels produced by just 36 companies, analysis has revealed. From a report: The researchers said the 2023 data strengthened the...[+1277 chars] 2025-03-06T03:46:58 PM pushes for fixed terms amid election date talk Andrew Brown https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8909480/pm-pushes-for-fixed-terms-amid-election-date-talk https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/69db2989-23b7-4ea5-bd44-893186daa7a6.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en "For a company to identify as an official ""Australian business"" it must be at least 50 per cent or more Australian-owned or be principally traded on an Australian equities market. The company must also have Australian tax residency and its principal place of business in Australia. " "For a company to identify as an official ""Australian business"" it must be at least 50 per cent or more Australian-owned or be principally traded on an Australian equities market, have Australian tax r...[+58 chars]" 2025-03-06T02:31:00 Ecopetrol Announces Changes in the Board of Directors PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ecopetrol-announces-changes-board-directors-023100097.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/e8cafca3c864cd1d6b9d7e5819c8e320 US en Dr. Edwin Palma Egea resigns from the Board of Directors of Ecopetrol S.A. as a member of the Business Committee effective March 6, 2025. Angela María Robledo Gómez will replace Dr. Palma. The Business Committee will be composed of Mónica de Greiff Lindo (Chairperson), Angela Marí María Rómíez (Member), Álvaro Torres Macías (Member) and Guillermo García Realpe (Member). BOGOTA, Colombia, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) announces the resignation of Dr. Edwin Palma Egea, which was submitted today to the Board of Directors and eff...[+2927 chars] 2025-03-06T02:31:00 Ecopetrol Announces Changes in the Board of Directors Ecopetrol S.A https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/ecopetrol-announces-changes-in-the-board-of-directors/article_f777a498-6ade-52e3-a468-8f7b0a96829d.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Dr. Edwin Palma Egea resigns as a director of Ecopetrol S.A. effective as of March 6, 2025. The resignation was submitted today to the Board of Directors and effective as March 5, 2025, and accepted by the company. BOGOTA, Colombia, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) announces the resignation of Dr. Edwin Palma Egea, which was submitted today to the Board of Directors and eff...[+27 chars] 2025-03-06T02:22:40 Pakistan Green Taxonomy: A game changer or just greenwashing? Br Research https://www.brecorder.com/news/40351539/pakistan-green-taxonomy-a-game-changer-or-just-greenwashing https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/060722357a24762.jpg?r=072240 PK en Pakistan has been hit hard by climate change despite contributing less than one percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. SBP, MoCC&EC and World Bank have introduced the Pakistan Green Taxonomy 2025. It aims to mobilize $348 billion by 2030 for climate resilience by channeling investments into sustainable projects that align with the Paris Agreement and national climate policies. Pakistan has been hit hard by climate change, despite contributing less than one percent of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Ranked 5th among the world's most climate-vulnerable nations, the cou...[+4320 chars] 2025-03-06T01:17:54 Media Insider: Billionaire investor Jim Grenon wants cleanout of NZ Herald owner NZME's board Shayne Currie https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-billionaire-investor-jim-grenon-wants-cleanout-of-nz-herald-owner-nzmes-board/TXXTKJNSENFR5E2YUWSI5T3HVY https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/7AKRKUV6NNGDVM3WY7BLTSWMBQ.jpg?auth=7d46d52622145753d59d24784bc2dedfe0bcbb0a303a5b9510d984f50e65f069&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&smart=true NZ en NZME has five directors: David Gibson, Carol Campbell, Guy Horrocks, Sussan Turner, James Grenon and JTG. Grenon owns 9.97% of NZME. He is the founder of Calgary-based investment firm Tom Capital Management. He was associated with an alternative news venture, The Centrist, and its sister website, NZNE. BusinessDesk reported in 2023 that Grenon served as the sole shareholder and director of NZNE until June and August 2023, before handing over the roles to Tameem Adam Abdul-majeed Barakat. Nick Mowbray, the co-founder of the toy business Zuru, "NZME has five directors - alongside Chapman are David Gibson, Carol Campbell, Guy Horrocks and Sussan Turner. Nominations for directors are open until March 11, and will be voted on at the company's a...[+7188 chars]" 2025-03-06T01:17:47 Athabasca Oil Announces 2024 Year-end Results including Record Cash Flow, Strong Return of Capital and Significant Reserves Growth Matthew Taylor https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/athabasca-oil-announces-2024-year-end-results-including-record-cash-flow-strong-return-of-capital-and-significant-reserves-growth https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM4OTk2MiM2NzkyOTIyIzIwODU0ODQ= CA en Athabasca has a 70% equity interest in Duvernay Energy. The face value of the term debt at December 31, 2023 was US$157.0 million translated into Canadian dollars at the exchange rate of US$1.00 = C$1,3226. "(1) Corporate Consolidated and Duvernay Energy reflect gross production and financial metrics before taking into consideration Athabasca's 70% equity interest in Duvernay Energy. (2) Refer to the 'Adv...[+1104 chars]" 2025-03-06T01:00:57 MTN Rated High In Climate Change, Water Security Telegraph-Admin https://newtelegraphng.com/mtn-rated-high-in-climate-change-water-security https://i0.wp.com/newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/images-2-1.png?fit=650%2C330&ssl=1 NG en MTN Nigeria has been awarded a 'B-' in Climate Change and a 'C' in Water Security by the global Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). The telco is committed to reducing its GHG emissions and achieving net zero emissions by 2040 through its Project Zero initiative. "Share Leading telecommunications company, MTN Nigeria, has been awarded a 'B-' in Climate Change and a 'C' in Water Security by the global Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). According to CDP, the scores...[+1210 chars]" 2025-03-06T01:00:00 GreenPower Provides Corporate Update CNW Group https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/greenpower-provides-corporate-010000032.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnw.ca/ca5985e2df4083b811bdf1560082543e US en GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (Nasdaq: GP) (TSXV: GPV) is a leading manufacturer and distributor of all-electric, purpose-built, zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space and school bus sector. On February 26, 2024 GreenPower appointed RedChip Companies, Inc. as an Investor Relations Representative for GreenPower. The agreement had a term of six months and has continued on a month to month basis since then. GreenPower pays RC a monthly fee of US $10,500, plus reimbursement of pre-approved costs, for these services. The closing price of GP shares on Nas "VANCOUVER, BC, March 5, 2025 /CNW/ -- GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (Nasdaq: GP) (TSXV: GPV) (""GreenPower"" and the ""Company""), a leading manufacturer and distributor of all-electric, purpose-built, ze...[+5183 chars]" 2025-03-06T00:49:26 South Bow Reports Fourth-quarter and Year-end 2024 Results, Provides 2025 Outlook, and Declares Dividend Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/South_Bow_Reports_Fourthquarter_and_Yearend_2024_Results_Pro_z https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3qfultJV7LI/0.jpg US en South Bow Corp. (TSX & NYSE: SOBO) will go public on March 5, 2025. South Bow will be listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange. The company is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. "CALGARY, Alberta , March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- South Bow Corp. (TSX & NYSE: SOBO) (South Bow or the" 2025-03-06T00:42:23 Media Insider: Billionaire investor Jim Grenon wants cleanout of NZME board Shayne Currie https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-billionaire-investor-jim-grenon-wants-cleanout-of-nzme-board/TXXTKJNSENFR5E2YUWSI5T3HVY https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/7AKRKUV6NNGDVM3WY7BLTSWMBQ.jpg?auth=7d46d52622145753d59d24784bc2dedfe0bcbb0a303a5b9510d984f50e65f069&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&smart=true NZ en Jim Grenon owns 9.3% of NZME. He wants the company to appoint four new directors and choose a fifth one from the existing board. The nominations will be voted on at the company's annual shareholders' meeting on April 29. . "A new billionaire investor of NZ Herald publisher NZME wants a cleanout of the media company's board. Jim Grenon, who owns 9.3% of NZME, has proposed the company appoint four new directors - and says ...[+418 chars]" 2025-03-06T00:36:00 Salesforce latest to drop ‘diversity' in annual report Troy Wolverton https://www.sfexaminer.com/news/technology/salesforce-drops-diversity-from-annual-report-in-tech-trend/article_0fd0ceec-fa23-11ef-913d-8f79e68d0c56.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/sfexaminer.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/12/c12525c6-5295-11ee-b330-370a85a6bf22/650253e3df3fc.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Salesforce has dropped the words 'diversity' from its annual report. The company's CEO has touted its efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion and promised to stand up to President Donald Trump on such matters. In its previous annual reports, the San Francisco company included a section entitled 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion'. Salesforce, whose CEO has touted its efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion and promised to stand up to President Donald Trump on such matters, has dropped the words 'diversity' from its a...[+300 chars] 2025-03-06T00:01:29 Osborne Clarke's James Watson: 'The fundamental direction of travel is net zero' Kirsty Pringle https://www.businessgreen.com/interview/4410362/osborne-clarkes-james-watson-fundamental-direction-travel-net-zero https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/adb1a9f/a1e2b253-beeb-4f18-a39e-17a3eccd3847/7/Osborne-clark-video-screenshot-370x229.jpg GB en James Watson is a partner and head of decarbonisation in the UK at Osborne Clarke, an international law firm that supports a vast range of major corporate clients to ensure they are prepared for and complying with the complex regulatory landscape for businesses. BusinessGreen editor in chief James Murray and Watson discuss the ever changing regulatory landscape underpinning clean technologies and the burgeoning green economy. James Watson is a partner and head of decarbonisation in the UK at Osborne Clarke, an international law firm that supports a vast range of major corporate clients to ensure they are prepared for and c...[+939 chars] 2025-03-06T00:00:00 BMO 2025 Proxy Circular, 2024 Sustainability and Climate Reporting, and Public Accountability Statements PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/BMO_2025_Proxy_Circular_2024_Sustainability_and_Climate_Repo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en BMO has filed its 2025 Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular with applicable securities regulators. BMO will release its 2024 Sustainability and Climate Reporting, including its Public Accountability report. BMO (TSX: BMO) TORONTO and CHICAGO, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - BMO (TSX: BMO) (NYSE: BMO) today announced that it has filed its 2025 Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular with appl...[+129 chars] 2025-03-06T00:00:00 European shipowner body rebrands Splash24/7 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/European_shipowner_body_rebrands https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Community Shipowners' Associations (ECSA) has rebranded as ECSA European Shipowners. The organisation represents 22 European shipowners' national associations, accounting for around 35% of the global fleet. The new name is meant to reflect the organisation's mission. On the occasion of its 60 years, the European Community Shipowners' Associations (ECSA) has rebranded as ECSA European Shipowners. The organisation represents 22 European shipowners' national associat...[+104 chars] 2025-03-06T00:00:00 China Focus: China's political sessions add momentum to global climate action Xinhua https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/China_Focus_Chinas_political_sessions_add_momentum_to_global https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "China's government work report has sent a reassuring message that the world's second-largest economy will continue pursuing its low-carbon cause. Premier Li: ""We will actively engage in and steer global environmental and climate governance.""   . " BEIJING, March 6 (Xinhua) -- With the West's wavering commitment casting a gloom over global climate governance, China's closely watched government work report has sent a reassuring message that the w...[+202 chars] 2025-03-06T00:00:00 2024 ESG report (PGE - Portland General Electric Company) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/06/2024_ESG_report_PGE_Portland_General_Electric_Company https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report Advancing toward a clean energy future was released by Portland General Electric. The report outlines PGE's commitment to advancing environmental, social and governance values core to their business. PGE CEO wrote to the report's author about it. ) 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report Advancing toward a clean energy future LETTER FROM OUR CEO About this report This report outlines Portland General Electric's (PGEs) commitment to ad...[+63 chars] 2025-03-06T00:00:00 Forum unveils initiative to empower Africa's young professionals Gilbert Ekugbe https://punchng.com/forum-unveils-initiative-to-empower-africas-young-professionals https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/06195734/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-06-at-18.13.30_0ca22d64.jpg NG en The Environmental, Social, and Governance Forum has unveiled its Young Professional Forum Mentorship Programme to empower young professionals in Africa. The initiative is set to commence in March 2025 and targets participants aged 21 to 35 who reside in Nigeria. Applicants must be pursuing or hold a degree in relevant fields such as Environmental Science, Engineering, Policy, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, and Sciences and must demonstrate a sincere commitment to sustainability issues. "The Environmental, Social, and Governance Forum has unveiled its Young Professional Forum Mentorship Programme to empower young professionals in Africa. In a statement made available to PUNCH Online o...[+2933 chars]" 2025-03-06T00:00:00 FG pledges to curb industrial carbon emissions Lara Adejoro https://punchng.com/fg-pledges-to-curb-industrial-carbon-emissions https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/06173433/9290fad8-acee-461a-b5e5-a63df5016b17-1024x683.jpeg NG en The Federal Government on Thursday pledged its commitment to reducing industrial carbon emissions in Nigeria. It is in line with both international commitments and the country's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2060. The government made the pledge at the stakeholders engagement workshop on the National Industrial Decarbonisation Programme in Abuja. The Federal Government on Thursday pledged its commitment to reducing industrial carbon emissions in Nigeria, in line with both international commitments and the country's goal of achieving net-zero e...[+5046 chars] 2025-03-05T23:42:15 Woke financing rules must change, says Rachel Reeves as red tape puts defence firms at risk of collapse Business Editor https://www.thesun.co.uk/money/33705531/red-tape-business-woke-financing-rules https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/tp-composite-red-tape-0503.jpg?strip=all&quality=100&w=1500&h=1000&crop=1 GB en Rachel Reeves is calling for changes to the 'woke' financing rules to help British defence firms. Government has ramped up military budgets to 2.5% of GDP by 2027. Firms are still being shut out by restrictive ESG (environmental, social and governance) financing rules, making it difficult for them to get bank accounts, loans, insurance or working capital. British firms are also grappling with lengthy delays for export licences, even when providing vital equipment to Ukraine. "WOKE financing rules must change, Rachel Reeves told The Sun last night, as British defence firms warned red tape was putting them at risk of collapse. With global tensions running high, the Governmen...[+5479 chars]" 2025-03-05T23:12:38 Salesforce to End Diversity Hiring Targets After Trump Order Brody Ford https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/human-resources/salesforce-to-end-diversity-hiring-targets-after-trump-order/ar-AA1AkHWU US en Salesforce Inc. is ending diversity goals in hiring after President Trump signed a series of executive orders aimed at eliminating such programs across the federal government and the private sector. Salesforce is one of the largest vendors of software to the US government. Several of Trump's executive orders on the subject have been challenged in court. (Bloomberg) -- Salesforce Inc. is ending diversity goals in hiring after President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders aimed at eliminating such programs across the federal government and...[+2414 chars] 2025-03-05T23:10:02 Rogerwilco joins the B Corp movement: What it means for employees, clients, and the industry Mongezi Mtati https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/rogerwilco-joins-the-b-corp-movement-what-it-means-for-employees-clients-and-the-industry/ar-AA1AkHL8 US en Rogerwilco has achieved B Corp certification. It is a global movement that assesses organisations based on their triple bottom line: profit, people, and the planet. The B Corp evaluation process took just under a year and it covers five core pillars: the way a business is governed, how it treats people, its impact on the community, its environmental footprint and the types of organisations it works with. In a world where businesses are increasingly expected to demonstrate their commitment to social and environmental impact, achieving B Corp certification has become a significant marker of purpose-driv...[+24765 chars] 2025-03-05T23:09:02 Investors Shouldn't Be Too Comfortable With Haily Group Berhad's (KLSE:HAILY) Earnings Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/investors-shouldnt-too-comfortable-haily-230902006.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/e18325c660d04f2fe88569956b7babe1 US en Haily Group Berhad (KLSE:HAILY) announced strong profits, but the stock was stagnant. Dilution has had a bit of an impact on shareholders. The company issued 19% more new shares over the last year. However, its statutory profits are better than its underlying earnings power. "Haily Group Berhad (KLSE:HAILY) announced strong profits, but the stock was stagnant. Our analysis suggests that shareholders have noticed something concerning in the numbers. Check out our latest ana...[+3549 chars]" 2025-03-05T22:34:00 Giti Celebrates Double Honors for Commitment to Tire Sustainability and Innovation Getnews https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/markets-news/GetNews/31263612/giti-celebrates-double-honors-for-commitment-to-tire-sustainability-and-innovation https://www.theglobeandmail.com/pf/resources/assets/meta/twitter-summary-240x240.png?d=673 CA en Giti Tire received the EcoVadis Platinum award and a B-rating from the Carbon Disclosure Project for its environmental efforts. Giti is a global tire manufacturer with eight advanced manufacturing plants around the world. Its production processes emphasize green energy, flue-gas desulfurization, water recycling, and obtaining green certifications to minimize environmental impact. In today's world, sustainability isn't just a buzzword; it's a necessity. Giti Tire, a global tire manufacturer, has embraced this challenge head-on, earning prestigious accolades for its environmenta...[+6135 chars] 2025-03-05T22:30:16 Investing in Nordic Group (SGX:MR7) five years ago would have delivered you a 66% gain Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/investing-nordic-group-sgx-mr7-223016956.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/9387484536d295ac2492be4d631ec660 US en Nordic Group Limited (SGX:MR7) shareholders have enjoyed a 35% share price rise over the last half decade, well in excess of the market return of around 5.5%. The more recent gains haven't been so impressive, with shareholders gaining just 3.3%, including dividends. The market has become more cautious towards the stock, which is reflected in its 7.52 P/E ratio. When we invest, we're generally looking for stocks that outperform the market average. And while active stock picking involves risks (and requires diversification) it can also provide excess returns. ...[+3732 chars] 2025-03-05T22:27:44 Descartes Systems: Fiscal Q4 Earnings Snapshot Associated Press https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/03/05/earns-descartes-systems/0ea17d9e-fa11-11ef-bbd0-5841f0ec1418_story.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/RUGLRTKULZB6XPESJMXXJVLTDI.jpeg&w=1440 US en Descartes Systems Group Inc. reported earnings of $37.4 million in its fiscal fourth quarter. The logistics provider posted revenue of $167.5 million in the period. It made a profit of 43 cents per share. It is based in Waterloo, Ontario. "WATERLOO, Ontario — WATERLOO, Ontario — The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (DSGX) on Wednesday reported earnings of $37.4 million in its fiscal fourth quarter. The Waterloo, Ontario-based company said i...[+424 chars]" 2025-03-05T22:02:20 Descartes Announces Fiscal 2025 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial Results Globe Newswire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/descartes-announces-fiscal-2025-fourth-quarter-and-annual-financial-results/article_3390930d-4aa2-51e3-8621-cb33ac8c940c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Descartes Systems Group Inc. announced its financial results for its fiscal 2025 fourth quarter and year ended January 31, 2025. All financial results referenced are in United States (US) currency and are determined in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). WATERLOO, Ontario and ATLANTA, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (TSX:DSG) (Nasdaq:DSGX) announced its financial results for its fiscal 2025 fourth quarter (Q4FY25) a...[+225 chars] 2025-03-05T22:01:08 We have 'more to do' to improve life at work after sexual harassment scandal, says Foxtons boss JESSICA CLARK https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/markets/article-14465503/We-improve-life-work-sexual-harassment-scandal-says-Foxtons-boss.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/03/05/20/95883267-0-image-a-12_1741206759107.jpg GB en Guy Gittins is the chief executive of the estate agent chain Foxtons. It was rocked by sexual harassment claims and a Bloomberg investigation found that male employees had groped, sexually propositioned and sent explicit texts to junior female colleagues. They also made racist and anti-Semitic jibes and there was a culture of heavy drinking and drink-driving at the company. Chairman Nigel Rich backs him. "Foxtons has 'more to do' to improve life at work, the estate agent chain's chief executive said after it was rocked by sexual harassment claims. Guy Gittins said a 'respectful and inclusive culture is...[+2047 chars]" 2025-03-05T22:01:01 Encore Capital CEO buys $702.8K in common stock Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/encore-capital-ceo-buys-702-8k-in-common-stock-1034445723 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Encore Capital's CEO Ashish Masih bought 20K shares of common stock on March 5th in a total transaction size of $702.8K. TipRanks' Stock Screener shows what stocks are receiving Strong Buy ratings from top-rated analysts. "In a regulatory filing, Encore Capital (ECPG) disclosed that its CEO Ashish Masih bought 20K shares of common stock on March 5th in a total transaction size of $702.8K. Discover the Best Stocks and Ma...[+200 chars]" 2025-03-05T22:00:00 Lawmakers urge Trump to reinstate fired watchdogs Christian M. Wade https://www.eagletribune.com/news/merrimack_valley/lawmakers-urge-trump-to-reinstate-fired-watchdogs/article_f45d1960-f912-11ef-b3c5-4b7acba4294d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/82/a821ef9e-f917-11ef-88ab-6797da52bffa/67c72ecc92028.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C56 US en 38 members of Massachusetts' all-Democrat congressional delegation are calling on President Trump to reinstate fired federal watchdogs and dismantle an Elon Musk-led task force that has pushed for workforce reductions. They argue that many of those who have been let go will benefit the billionaire mogul and his business operations. BOSTON — Members of the state's all-Democrat congressional delegation are calling on President Donald Trump to reinstate fired federal watchdogs and dismantle an Elon Musk-led task force that has push...[+306 chars] 2025-03-05T21:05:00 Ultra Clean Announces Clarence Granger as Interim CEO Ultra Clean Holdings https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/personnel_announcements/ultra-clean-announces-clarence-granger-as-interim-ceo/article_9afb37dd-b8fa-5a25-8223-d61c218017a4.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/4d/f4dea877-86d8-545f-8dc8-93796ae61afd/66faa0f7b0768.image.jpg?crop=265%2C265%2C267%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Jim Scholhamer has resigned effective immediately as Chief Executive Officer of Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. for personal health reasons. Clarence Granger, Chairman of the Board and founding CEO of UCT, will assume the role of interim CEO. The board is in the process of forming a search committee to find a permanent replacement. HAYWARD, Calif., March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: UCTT) announced today that Jim Scholhamer has resigned effective immediately as Chief Executive Officer for personal ...[+227 chars] 2025-03-05T21:00:00 Vaisala Corporation's conveyance of treasury shares in accordance with share-based incentive plan Mar. 5, 2025 21:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6052577 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/NDllM2Q0NTAtNzM0Ny00MWUzLTkzNTQtZWJkMzdkMzk0Yjg5LTEwMTM0NTc=/tiny/Vaisala-Oyj.png TW en 26,167 of Vaisala Corporation's treasury shares have been conveyed without consideration to 47 key employees participating in the Performance Share Plans 2022–2024, 2023–2025, and 2024–2026. The directed share issue was based on an authorization given by the Annual General Meeting held on March 26, 2024. The number of series A treasury shares is 125,982. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 5, 2025 21:00 Vaisala CorporationStock exchange release March 5, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. (EET) Vaisala Corporation's conveyance of treasury shares...[+1122 chars]" 2025-03-05T20:19:59 Investors value green labels — but not always for the right reasons Vasundhara Saravade https://theconversation.com/investors-value-green-labels-but-not-always-for-the-right-reasons-251021 https://images.theconversation.com/files/653064/original/file-20250304-56-tqs5c5.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=5%2C670%2C3988%2C1994&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Green bonds are a financial tool designed to fund environmentally friendly projects. Institutional investors and governments have embraced them, but their adoption by everyday retail investors remains low. Canadian market was one of the first to provide access to retail-level green bonds, but demand for such bonds was always oversubscribed. Labelling alone is not enough to drive mainstream retail investment in sustainable finance. Imagine you are choosing between two similar investment options. One has a green label, promising to fund climate-friendly projects and assets. The other offers a slightly higher return, but has no gr...[+5742 chars] 2025-03-05T20:00:00 US Anger Mounts Over Global Reach of EU's ‘Hostile' ESG Rules Frances Schwartzkopff https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/us-anger-mounts-over-global-reach-of-eu-s-hostile-esg-rules/ar-AA1AkGJy US en The American Chamber of Commerce to the European Union (AmCham EU) says proposed revisions to the bloc's environmental, social and governance rules don't adequately protect US interests. The complaint is part of a growing US response to Europe's ESG framework. Republican lawmakers call the rules 'hostile' and warn that America's jurisdictional sovereignty is at stake. "(Bloomberg) -- As trans-Atlantic relations grow increasingly fraught, Europe's ESG regulations are becoming yet another flashpoint that threatens to sour ties. The American Chamber of Commerce to the ...[+5142 chars]" 2025-03-05T20:00:00 The home insurance industry pushes back on a plan to require explanations for dropped policies Megan Kimble https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/home-insurance-cancelation-notification-20204182.php https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/45/67/35/26703728/3/rawImage.jpg US en There are growing numbers of property owners in the Houston area and across Texas who report soaring insurance costs or losing their coverage altogether. State Sen. Mayes Middleton's bill would make it mandatory for insurers to explain why they drop or refuse to renew a Texas homeowner's policy. The insurance industry says it would be too costly and time consuming and would not be useful. "The insurance industry pushed back this week against state lawmakers' efforts to require an explanation anytime providers cancel or refuse to renew a Texas homeowner's policy. It comes as a growing nu...[+3225 chars]" 2025-03-05T19:38:46 Starbucks Shifts to a Results-Driven Culture-Here's What It Means for Employees and Investors Muslim Farooque https://finance.yahoo.com/news/starbucks-shifts-results-driven-culture-193846933.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/797982431df2423b5753d51bec1cde9c US en Brian Niccol, Starbucks CEO, is making big changes at the coffee giant, pushing for accountability, efficiency and a return to office culture. Since Niccol took over six months ago, Starbucks shares have climbed north of 20%, hitting a three-year high. Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) CEO Brian Niccol is making big changes at the coffee giant, pushing for accountability, efficiency, and a return to office culture as he works to turn around the company's decl...[+1112 chars] 2025-03-05T19:30:22 Victoria's Secret Tweaks DEI Language To ‘Inclusion And Belonging': Here Are All The Companies Rolling Back DEI Programs Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/03/05/victorias-secret-tweaks-dei-language-to-inclusion-and-belonging-here-are-all-the-companies-rolling-back-dei-programs https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c8a63a8f4a63cdb5be9c1c/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=2598,1462,x0,y238,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en "Victoria's Secret is reframing its diversity, equity and inclusion team to 'inclusion and belonging' in response to President Trump's anti-Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) executive orders. Warner Bros. renames its DEI programs to simply ""inclusion"" and stops participating in external diversity surveys. Paramount will no longer use diversity targets tied to race or gender in hiring. Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are preparing to comply with Trump's executive order that sought to ban DEI." Victoria's Secret is reframing its 'diversity, equity and inclusion' team to 'inclusion and belonging,' according to a company memo shared with Forbes, making the lingerie retailer the latest in a ser...[+23933 chars] 2025-03-05T19:10:48 Gender diversity is under the microscope. Here's how women are taking a leading role at some of Australia's top miners and explorers Kristie Batten https://www.news.com.au/finance/business/stockhead/news/gender-diversity-is-under-the-microscope-heres-how-women-are-taking-a-leading-role-at-some-of-australias-top-miners-and-explorers/news-story/51982c5da183b84bcc76e7a8ac8ae247 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/e00fc74d0abdf17386bd20f94b267704 AU en Kristie Batten's annual survey looks at the progress of the mining industry's approach to gender equality in the past year. There are 37 mining companies in the ASX 200, down from 39 this time last year. 98% of directors are women, slightly up from 33.8% this year. Seven companies have achieved gender parity in their senior management teams. "With diversity policies under the microscope, the mining industry's approach to inclusion is facing scrutiny Female appointments at board and management level have slowed, an Acacia report shows Krist...[+7813 chars]" 2025-03-05T19:00:47 Study: Wealthy Brits show most 'climate concern', but refuse to sacrifice high-emission lifestyles https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4410412/study-wealthy-brits-show-most-climate-concern-refuse-sacrifice-emission-lifestyles https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/90cc748/4dd84aa8-476c-4542-842a-396082ea4ef2/4/iStock-1495164736-370x229.jpg GB en Britain's wealthiest individuals are responsible for a disproportionate chunk of the UK's carbon emissions. They could hold the key to driving down emissions across the economy by helping to catalyse the economy. - Simon Tisdall, editor-in-chief of The Carbon Project. Britain's wealthiest individuals are responsible for a disproportionate chunk of the UK's carbon emissions, but could yet hold the key to driving down emissions across the economy by helping to cataly...[+5 chars] 2025-03-05T19:00:36 Overcoming the trust deficit: Communicating authentically in a world of mistrust Nathan Jolly https://mumbrella.com.au/overcoming-the-trust-deficit-communicating-authentically-in-a-world-of-mistrust-866667 https://mumbrella.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-05-142059-e1741145239100.png AU en According to Edelman Trust Barometer, 59% of Australians believe business leaders are trying to mislead them. YouGov report found that 52% of consumers think that fashion brands lack transparency about how sustainable/ethical their products and operations are. Gen Z and Millennials, who define themselves as values-driven and vocal, are demanding more. "In today's whirlwind of information overload, consumers struggle to navigate a labyrinth of vague corporate promises and ethical claims. The latest Edelman Trust Barometer reveals that 59% of Australi...[+6047 chars]" 2025-03-05T18:47:12 Iveco Group publishes its 2024 Annual Report and calls the Annual General Meeting Iveco Group N.V. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/iveco-group-publishes-its-2024-annual-report-and-calls-the-annual-general-meeting/article_2aa8dd76-2081-5c43-9350-f82e110f15c9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Iveco Group N.V. filed its 2024 Annual Report with the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets in European Single Electronic Format (ESEF). The document is available in the Investors section of the Iveco's corporate website at www.ivecogroup.com. The AGM will be held in Amsterdam on 16th April 2025 at 12:00 p.m. (noontime CEST) Turin, Italy,5 th Iveco Group N.V. (EXM: IVG) filed today its 2024 Annual Report(*) with the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) in European Single Electronic Format (ESEF). The docu...[+1092 chars] 2025-03-05T18:46:56 Iveco Group publishes its 2024 Annual Report and calls the Annual General Meeting Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/iveco-group-publishes-its-2024-annual-report-and-calls-the-annual-general-meeting https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=MTAwMTA1MjEyNiM0MDIwNzA4NzkjMjIzMzE2OA== CA en Iveco Group N.V. filed its 2024 Annual Report with the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets in European Single Electronic Format (ESEF) today. The Annual Report will be on the agenda of the Shareholders' Annual General Meeting (AGM) that will be held in Amsterdam on 16th April 2025 at 12:00 p.m. (noontime) CEST. The agenda also includes the discussion of the Company's dividend policy, the proposal to distribute a cash dividend of euro 0.33 per outstanding common share, the remuneration report, the granting of discharge to the members of the Board, the re-appointment of the Executive and Non- "Article content Turin, Italy,5 th March 2025. Iveco Group N.V. (EXM: IVG) filed today its 2024 Annual Report (*) with the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) in European Single Elect...[+2166 chars]" 2025-03-05T18:02:01 Anthropic quietly removes Biden-era AI policy commitments from its website Techcrunch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4165578/anthropic-quietly-removes-bidenera-ai-policy-commitments-from-its-website.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Anthropic has removed several voluntary commitments it made with the Biden Administration in 2023 to promote safe and trustworthy AI from its website. The commitments included pledges to share information on managing AI risks across industry and government and research on AI bias and discrimination. Anthropic has quietly removed from its website several voluntary commitments the company made in conjunction with the Biden Administration in 2023 to promote safe and trustworthy AI. The commitments, ...[+245 chars] 2025-03-05T18:00:00 IGEX $5 Million Debt Elimination Antonio Sainz Millan https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/igex-5-million-debt-elimination-1034444777 https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/cb/1f/99be982e5505b38ab2f13251ce67.png US en IGEX has filed a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission disclosing a strategic agreement that eliminates $5,000,000 in outstanding debt. This transaction significantly strengthens IGEX's financial position and aligns with the Company's long-term growth strategy. The debt reduction was funded through personal investments from IGEX CEO Antonio Sainz and The European Institute for Entrepreneurship (EIE). This initiative was completed without dilution to existing shareholders and no reverse stock split is planned as part of the transaction. IGEX acquired a 25% corporate membership interest in Saint Andrews Holding Company S.L. in March 2024 for $8.16 million. "BRIGHTON, COLORADO / ACCESS Newswire / March 5, 2025 / Indo Global Exchange(s) Pte. LTD (the ""Company"") (OTC PINK:IGEX) has filed an SEC 8K Form today, March 04, 2025, disclosing $5 Million Debt Elimi...[+3531 chars]" 2025-03-05T17:56:59 M&G adopts 'Sustainability Improvers' label for fund range https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/m-and-g-adopts-sustainability-improvers-label-for-fund-range-65c4d7b04c89c293767f624af8553cb58aeae05f https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/3df093a/13a633fe-12ab-4509-a932-3f6a429bdcc0/21/sustainable-investing-1200x630.jpg FR en The Sustainability Disclosure Regime (SDR) label denotes investment products that aim to invest in assets that have the potential to improve environmental and/or social sustainability over time. The SDR label is applied to investment products with the potential of improving environmental and social sustainability. The Sustainability Disclosure Regime (SDR) label denotes investment products that aim to invest in assets that have the potential to improve environmental and/or social sustainability over time.… 2025-03-05T17:33:11 New DEI: Determination, Exceptionalism, Innovation Larry Bell https://www.newsmax.com/larrybell/dei/2025/03/05/id/1201531 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=55ee52de-ae2f-41ea-83dd-2fb728e5367d&SiteName=Newsmax US en Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs offer special treatment of certain groups over others based on stereotypical race or gender categories. Larry Bell proposes replacing DEI with Determination, Exceptionalism and Innovation. Bell is an endowed professor of space architecture at the Sasakawa International Center for Space Architecture in Houston. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs offering special treatment of certain groups over others based upon stereotypical race or gender categories which have permeated academia, businesses, an...[+4729 chars] 2025-03-05T16:48:58 SEC's Climate Rule Will Force Companies To Report False CO2 Disclosures Thomas Richard https://climatechangedispatch.com/secs-climate-rule-will-force-companies-to-report-false-co2-disclosures https://climatechangedispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/stocks-exchange-trading.jpg US en The Securities and Exchange Commission issued its climate risk disclosure rule in March last year. It requires companies to report their carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It will flood investors with pages upon pages of information. The proposed rule would increase annual compliance costs from $3.8 billion to $10.2 billion, a $6.4 billion rise. This is more than all the accumulated SEC disclosure rules' costs from SEC's initiation in the 1930s to date combined. The IPCC and the SEC's claim that CO2 is the main driver of climate change is scientifically false. The rule must be rescinded by the Trump Administration or ruled invalid. In March last year, the Securities and Exchange Commission issued its climate risk disclosure rule, called 'The Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors.' [emphasis...[+6933 chars] 2025-03-05T16:30:20 Cyclone casts shadow over election speculation Kat Wong https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8909480/cyclone-casts-shadow-over-election-speculation https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/a2678670-3be3-4823-8395-915dbe8bd778.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en "For a company to identify as an official ""Australian business"" it must be at least 50 per cent or more Australian owned or be principally traded on an Australian equities market. It also has to have Australian tax residency and its principal place of business in Australia. " "For a company to identify as an official ""Australian business"" they must now be at least 50 per cent or more Australian owned or be principally traded on an Australian equities market, and have Austra...[+68 chars]" 2025-03-05T16:26:55 State Street, which commissioned Wall Street's ‘Fearless Girl' statue, ends diversity policies Chris Morris https://finance.yahoo.com/news/state-street-commissioned-wall-street-162655995.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/9JUISSmm3j6q1yDl5kfNhw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04NTc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fortune_175/7f54b094010139e76f47e964411de5af US en State Street will no longer require companies in its index fund to have at least 30% of their boards of directors be women. The company commissioned the Fearless Girl statue eight years ago. It's the latest company to back off diversity requirements. Several companies have dropped DEI programs following Donald Trump's order for government agencies to do away with them. The financial institution that commissioned the popular Fearless Girl statue is seemingly backing off its diversity requirements. State Street will no longer require companies in its index fund to hav...[+2398 chars] 2025-03-05T16:13:00 Toyota aims for consistent return on equity Reuters https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/06/business/foreign-business/toyota-aims-for-consistent-return-on-equity/2067890 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en Toyota Motor is talking internally about raising ROE to 20 percent as a performance measure. The company is not looking to formally commit to achieving a specific level by a certain date, however, because ROE is not a perfect measure and consistency is preferred over time-bound targets. TOKYO — Toyota Motor is increasingly focusing on return on equity as a performance measure, talking internally about raising ROE to 20 percent as one guideline, a senior finance executive at the Japan...[+266 chars] 2025-03-05T16:05:03 Webinar Series - Understanding the EU CSRD: Strategies and Outlook https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/bonnie-holman-strategy-marie-blazy-europe-european-union-ab00dd235a1136e6c0367673bd85f67d https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en SCS Consulting Services and SCS Global Services are offering a four-part webinar series on the European Union Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The series will dive into double materiality, early CSRD reporting lessons learned, sustainability reporting strategies, and the relation between the CSRD and CSDDD. March 5, 2025 /3BL/ - SCS Consulting Services and SCS Global Services have announced that they are offering a four-part webinar series providing an orientation to the European Union Corporate Sustaina...[+2080 chars] 2025-03-05T16:02:16 We Know What to Do—Now Let's Do It GMSDC https://saportareport.com/we-know-what-to-do-now-lets-do-it/thought-leadership/small-business/gmsdc https://saportareport.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GMSDC-2.png US en Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are under attack. The biggest challenge facing DEI today is the distortion of its purpose. DeI is a business strategy that fosters innovation, competitiveness, and economic growth, building shareholder value. Companies that prioritize diversity outperform their competitors. They make better decisions, drive more revenue and increase customer satisfaction. I recently addressed a room full of business owners and corporate decision-makers at a Welcome to Georgia reception to kick off the national supplier diversity conference in Atlanta. My challenge to t...[+10677 chars] 2025-03-05T16:00:00 Convening of annual general meeting of Totalkredit A/S Mar. 5, 2025 16:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6052230 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/ZDMxYmU1M2UtMmE4Mi00OWZiLWI1NTktNThhNDliYTcxY2QxLTExMDY5MjE=/tiny/Totalkredit-A-S.png TW en Totalkredit A/S will hold its annual general meeting on Thursday, 20 March 2025 at 10:00 at the Company's offices at Sundkrogsgade 25, DK-2150 Nordhavn. The agenda includes the Directors' report on the company's activities in the past year, presentation of the Annual Report 2024, resolution on the discharge of the Board of Directors and Executive Board, proposal for the appropriation of profit according to the approved Annual Report, election of board members, appointment of auditors and sustainability auditors, remuneration policy and updated Articles of Association. "To Nasdaq Copenhagen 5 March 2025 Convening of annual general meeting of Totalkredit A/S Totalkredit A/S will hold its annual general meeting on Thursday, 20 March 2025 at 10:00 at the Company's offic...[+1890 chars]" 2025-03-05T15:19:35 What You Need to Know About Impact Investing as an Alternative Neel Achary https://businessnewsthisweek.com/business/what-you-need-to-know-about-impact-investing-as-an-alternative https://businessnewsthisweek.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/pexels-stockradars-co-1851828201-28504955.jpg IN en Impact investing aims to achieve positive, quantifiable social and environmental outcomes in addition to financial profits. It started out as a side investment strategy but has become a multibillion-dollar industry. Innovations in data analytics, blockchain, and artificial intelligence are transforming impact investing. 'Can your investments change the world?' Impact investing is a powerful substitute for traditional financial methods, allowing investors to seek both financial benefits and positive social and environ...[+5606 chars] 2025-03-05T15:01:55 Nick Millican sees tenant demand driving sustainable real estate forward Guest Writer https://euroweeklynews.com/2025/03/05/nick-millican-sees-tenant-demand-driving-sustainable-real-estate-forward https://cdn.euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/shutterstock_1710507727.jpg ES en Sustainability in real estate is no longer an optional extra, it's an increasingly decisive factor. Inefficient buildings are finding it harder to attract tenants, while those with the highest energy performance are commanding premium rents. London's office market is shifting at pace, with 40% of leases in 2023 going to EPC A or B-rated buildings. By 2030, London is projected to face a 35% shortfall in low-carbon office buildings. "By Guest Writer • Published: 05 Mar 2025 • 16:01 • 4 minutes read Image : Shutterstock.com For years, commercial real estate has followed a familiar formula: location, square footage, and a sleek lobb...[+6118 chars]" 2025-03-05T15:00:00 Endeavour Announces Total voting rights Mar. 5, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6052186 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/MmI1N2JiYWQtMGQ0ZS00M2E2LWIxYWItYWE2ZTk0OGNmMzljLTEyMjI4MTM=/tiny/Endeavour-Mining-PLC.png TW en The total number of voting rights in the Company is 243,724,876. Endeavour Mining plc is one of the world's senior gold producers and the largest in West Africa. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange. "ENDEAVOUR ANNOUNCES TOTAL VOTING RIGHTS London, 05 March 2025 – Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV) ('the Company') The following notification is made in accordance with the UK Financial Conduct A...[+1684 chars]" 2025-03-05T15:00:00 ING completes share repurchase for employee compensation Mar. 5, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6052183 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/MjAyYWJhNjUtZTA4Yy00NWU2LTgzZTMtN2JlOTQ3NDE1NmNkLTEwMTM5NDI=/tiny/ING-Group.png TW en ING completed the share repurchase for employee compensation which started on 3 March 2023. The total number of shares repurchased is 3,674,043 ordinary shares at an average price of €17.44 for a total consideration of €64,08 million. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 5, 2025 15:00 Corporate Communications Amsterdam, 5 March 2024 ING completes share repurchase for employee compensation ING Group announced t...[+10642 chars]" 2025-03-05T14:50:28 The Evolution of Sustainability Strategies of Companies Operating in Emerging Markets https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/africa-aabc3bb12749aca39ab80e0b23f6861b https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en In the last five years, there has been a rapid evolution in sustainability strategies for infrastructure and energy companies. The study included 104 companies across six sectors: Energy, Technology, Media, and Telecom (TMT), Transport, Mining, Water & Waste, and 'Cross-Cutting' companies with operations across more than one sector. Sixty-five percent of the companies studied used sustainable finance, green bonds (53%), followed by sustainability-linked bonds (30%), loans (25%), and 25% sought support from DFIs and multilateral development banks such as IFC, EBRD and ADB. Most companies have disclosed gender-related data, indicating a growing commitment to transparency "Introduction The last five years has seen a rapid evolution in sustainability strategies for infrastructure and energy companies. We recently conducted a study with the International Finance Corporati...[+3869 chars]" 2025-03-05T14:47:01 Clear Rating ESCI Now Available on the Bloomberg Terminal https://apnews.com/press-release/ein-presswire-newsmatics/texas-houston-financial-markets-797563c4fd74826a722d05f2c0de29e8 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/6754655/2147483647/strip/true/crop/734x413+233+0/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F24%2Fdd%2F320176d7b3d520193805257131f7%2Fa5c0e75869ba49fb9b1b29d5886822b2 US en Clear Rating, LLC (Clear Rating), an Entoro company, has announced that the Engineered Solutions Carbon Index is now available to Bloomberg Terminal users via SPOT. The index is a benchmark for tracking the prices of carbon credits derived from advanced technologies. Clear Rating provides a suite of valuation and rating services. "Clear Rating, LLC (Clear Rating), an Entoro company, has announced that the Engineered Solutions Carbon Index (ticker: CLRAESCI Index) HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2025 / EINPresswire.com / --...[+1990 chars]" 2025-03-05T14:46:00 EU Proposes Extensions of Gas Storage Targets Until 2027 Giulia Petroni https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/eu-proposes-extensions-of-gas-storage-targets-until-2027-536fffa4 https://images.wsj.net/im-19035792/social US en The European Commission proposes to extend gas storage requirements for two years and provide countries with greater flexibility to meet the targets. There are concerns that the targets are contributing to higher prices for some member states. The European Union's executive arm aims to maintain a requirement to fill inventories to at least 90% of their capacity by Nov. 1 until 2027. "More More Other Products from WSJ Buy Side from WSJ The Journal Collection WSJ Shop WSJ Wine" 2025-03-05T14:17:44 Gensol Engineering Ltd Tackles Debt with Strategic Divestments Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3286845-gensol-engineering-ltd-tackles-debt-with-strategic-divestments https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/28_05_2024_14_02_49_3733648.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en "Gensol Engineering Ltd. announced plans to address recent credit rating downgrades and improve liquidity by selling assets. CARE and ICRA cut the company's credit ratings. Gensol denies any involvement in ""falsification claims"" and is committed to transparency and accountability." "Gensol Engineering Ltd (GEL) announced plans to address recent credit rating downgrades and improve liquidity by selling assets, aiming to reduce debt significantly. In response to ratings cuts by CAR...[+440 chars]" 2025-03-05T14:14:11 Workplace Options Launches Workshop Series for C-Suite Leaders – Managing Risk and Maintaining ... Workplace Options https://www.enidnews.com/region/workplace-options-launches-workshop-series-for-c-suite-leaders-managing-risk-and-maintaining/article_9df21841-ade8-50e1-926c-730383307703.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Workplace Options launched an exclusive Executive Executive course to help C-suite leaders balance compliance, stakeholder expectations, and business continuity without losing sight of their commitment to fostering an inclusive culture. This page requires Javascript to be able to read the premium content. RALEIGH, N.C., March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With shifting political and social dynamics, C-suite leaders and Board members are feeling the pressure to balance compliance, stakeholder expectation...[+3855 chars] 2025-03-05T14:08:25 Workplace Options Launches Workshop Series for C-Suite Leaders – Managing Risk and Maintaining Resilience in Today's Volatile Environment Workplace Options https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/don-thompson-workplace-culture-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-1d11e1ed9443bbf0dcfa02d75b212429 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Executive Workshop: Risk, Reputation, and Resilience: Navigating Today's Volatile Environment is a real-world, executive-level playbook for organizations navigating diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) issues. Workplace Options is the largest provider of holistic well-being solutions. RALEIGH, N.C., March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With shifting political and social dynamics, C-suite leaders and Board members are feeling the pressure to balance compliance, stakeholder expectation...[+3127 chars] 2025-03-05T13:40:48 SEDC board launches South East tour, visits Ebonyi Gov Our Reporter https://thenationonlineng.net/sedc-board-launches-south-east-tour-visits-ebonyi-gov https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/20003146/Nation.jpg NG en The Board Members of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) have embarked on their first official working visit across all five states of South East. They met with the Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru. They discussed SEDC's roadmap, collaboration with state governments and strategic interventions to drive industrialization, job creation, security and sustainable investments across the region. The Board Members of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) led by its Board Chairman, Dr. Emeka Wogu, have embarked on their first official working visit across all five states of the South Eas...[+1678 chars] 2025-03-05T13:39:00 Axian Energy Green achieves a 'C' score for its first CDP reporting AXIAN ENERGY https://www.ecofinagency.com/finance/0503-46470-axian-energy-green-achieves-a-c-score-for-its-first-cdp-reporting https://www.ecofinagency.com/media/k2/items/cache/64db16cbb5d7d4d7d6936b35d5b4eb1c_S.jpg FR en AXIAN Energy Green obtained a C score for its first reporting exercise with the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) 2024. CDP is a nonprofit organisation managing one of the world's largest environmental databases. Its questionnaire is used by more than 740 investors representing USD 136 trillion in assets and by development financial institutions. (AXIAN ENERGY) - AXIAN Energy Green strengthens its environmental commitment by obtaining a C score for its first reporting exercise with the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) 2024. This initiative refl...[+1500 chars] 2025-03-05T13:18:06 Lassila & Tikanoja's Annual Report 2024 has been published https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/lassila-tikanojas-annual-report-2024-has-been-published/2067762 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/05/558066.jpg PH en Lassila & Tikanoja plc's Annual Report 2024 has been published. The Annual Report includes the Board of Directors' Report, the Financial Statements for 2024, the Auditor's Report, a separate Corporate Governance Statement and a Remuneration Report. L&T is a service company that is putting the circular economy into practice. With operations in Finland and Sweden, it employs approximately 7,400 people and its net sales in 2024 amounted to EUR 770.7 million. It is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. "Lassila & Tikanoja plc Stock Exchange Release 5 March, 2025 at 3.00 p.m. Lassila & Tikanoja's Annual Report 2024 has been published Lassila & Tikanoja's Annual Report 2024 has been published at www.lt...[+2366 chars]" 2025-03-05T13:08:00 ‘Relief' for UK businesses as EU delays sustainability laws Maria Gonçalves https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/relief-for-uk-businesses-as-eu-delays-sustainability-laws/701793.article https://dmrqkbkq8el9i.cloudfront.net/Pictures/1024x536/3/0/7/351307_gettyimages669621880_104987.jpg GB en The European Commission has delayed the rollout of the CSRD and CSDDD to 2028. The CSRD focuses on expanding sustainability reporting and the CSDD encourages companies to engage in responsible behaviour across their supply chains, including in labour and human rights matters. The scope of the requirements has also been reduced. "The European Commission's decision to delay tough new sustainability and due diligence laws offers 'a welcoming reprieve' for British businesses, industry experts have said. The EC has confirmed it is...[+4622 chars]" 2025-03-05T12:46:09 LSB Industries price target lowered to $9 from $10 at RBC Capital Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/lsb-industries-price-target-lowered-to-9-from-10-at-rbc-capital-1034443189 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en RBC Capital analyst Andrew Wong lowered the firm's price target on LSB Industries to $9 from $10 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The company continues to execute well, evidenced by improving nitrogen production and the management taking a measured and returns-based approach to clean ammonia investments. RBC Capital analyst Andrew Wong lowered the firm's price target on LSB Industries (LXU) to $9 from $10 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares after its Q4 results. The company continues to execu...[+640 chars] 2025-03-05T12:40:35 FG initiates new governance code to enhance transparency, fight corruption Adenle Ahmed Abiola https://theeagleonline.com.ng/fg-initiates-new-governance-code-to-enhance-transparency-fight-corruption https://theeagleonline.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/fiscal-responsibility-commission-frc--e1741178427634.png NG en The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria has initiated the Nigerian Public Sector Governance Code with a view to tackling corruption in the administration of public funds. The executive secretary of FRC, Dr. Rabiu Olowo, said the code would promote good governance and address misuse of funds by government officials. The code addresses Nigeria's low ranking in the Transparency International Index on corruption. In its commitment to strengthening transparency and accountability in the public sector, the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria has initiated the Nigerian Public Sector Governance Code with a view...[+4181 chars] 2025-03-05T12:37:03 Extra Space Storage price target lowered to $165 from $167 at Scotiabank Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/extra-space-storage-price-target-lowered-to-165-from-167-at-scotiabank-1034443080 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Scotiabank lowered the firm's price target on Extra Space Storage to $165 from $167 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. Self Storage REITs' guidance missed 2025 FFO per share estimates by about 2%, on average, while CubeSmart missed by about 5%. Scotiabank lowered the firm's price target on Extra Space Storage (EXR) to $165 from $167 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The firm is updating estimates and price targets post-Q4 earn...[+405 chars] 2025-03-05T11:58:55 Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal mirrors Elon Musk's workplace strategy, mandates weekly reports Divya Danu https://newsable.asianetnews.com/india/ola-ceo-bhavish-aggarwal-mirrors-elon-musk-s-workplace-strategy-mandates-weekly-reports-ddr-ssnfy6 https://static-gi.asianetnews.com/images/01jnk2qsda1wv394knj3nvv0ng/gettyimages-2163742683--1-_363x203xt.jpg IN en "Bhavish Aggarwal introduced a weekly reporting system for Ola employees. The initiative, named ""Kya Chal Raha Hai?"", aims to enhance transparency and accountability within the company. Ola Electric, the company's EV division, is reportedly planning to lay off over 1,000 employees." "In a new workplace directive, Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has introduced a weekly reporting system, requiring employees to share brief updates on their accomplishments. The initiative, named ""Kya Chal Ra...[+1397 chars]" 2025-03-05T11:33:25 Hyperscale Data, Inc. Announces Acceptance of Plan by NYSE Hyperscale Data https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/hyperscale-data-inc-announces-acceptance-of-plan-by-nyse/article_5121b3fe-d530-5c38-a95c-72778e5ccfa4.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The NYSE American, LLC has granted Hyperscale Data, Inc. a listing extension until June 18, 2026. The Company will be subject to periodic review by NYSE during the extension period. Failure to make progress consistent with the plan could result in the Company being delisted from the NYSE. LAS VEGAS, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hyperscale Data, Inc. (NYSE American: GPUS), a diversified holding company ('Hyperscale Data' or the 'Company'), today announced that on March 4, 2025, th...[+1053 chars] 2025-03-05T11:31:03 36 Fossil Fuel Firms Responsible for Half of Global CO2 Emissions: New Study Reveals Impact on Climate Change archyde https://www.archyde.com/36-fossil-fuel-firms-responsible-for-half-of-global-co2-emissions-new-study-reveals-impact-on-climate-change https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/510ad6c906d9f321a1f5f43ebeb6348fb98861c6/0_169_5637_3382/master/5637.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=9875b48f6edc224b884c03c8e6fae7dd US en The recent Carbon Majors report highlights that 36 companies are responsible for half of global carbon emissions. Dr. Anya Sharma is the lead climate policy analyst at the Global Sustainability Institute. She explains the significance of the report and the potential legal implications of it. She also discusses the role of emerging economies and China. "What are the potential legal ramifications for carbon majors identified by the Carbon Majors report, and how can legal action effectively contribute to holding them accountable for their emissions? Ho...[+4602 chars]" 2025-03-05T11:30:15 Tabreed issues $700m inaugural green sukuk https://tradearabia.com/news/CONS_431491.html https://tradearabia.com/source/2025/03/05/tabreed8.jpg?04:52:35pm BH en Tabreed, a district cooling company, announced the successful raising of $700 million via an inaugural, five-year green sukuk. It is the first issuance under its new USD 1.5 billion trust certificate issuance programme. The new su kuk will be listed and traded on London Stock Exchange's International Securities Market. Tabreed, a leading district cooling company, today (March 5) announced the successful raising of $700 million via an inaugural, five-year green sukuk – the first issuance under its new USD 1.5 billion...[+2719 chars] 2025-03-05T11:13:14 Twenty companies account for over 40% of all CO₂ emitted by the global fossil fuel sector Manuel Planelles https://english.elpais.com/climate/2025-03-05/twenty-companies-account-for-over-40-of-all-co-emitted-by-the-global-fossil-fuel-sector.html https://imagenes.elpais.com/resizer/v2/OULZ4VOPSRGLFFLG274MSRC574.jpg?auth=6ec5eb911724ea84931e568e8189a30b8c8b1ca98ec2d78ae10f89857b855fb1&width=1200 ES en 20 oil, gas, coal and cement companies were responsible for 40.8% of global carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from the fossil sector in 2023. 16 of these companies are state-owned. Chinese companies stand out, mainly public ones, which accounted for 23% of all emissions. Saudi Aramco emitted the most, followed by Coal India, CHN Energy, National Iranian Oil Co, Jinneng Group and Gazprom. The first private equity company is ExxonMobil. "Around 20 oil, gas, coal and cement companies were responsible for 40.8% of global carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from the fossil sector in 2023, totaling 17.5 gigatonnes of this gas. In addition, 16 ...[+4329 chars]" 2025-03-05T11:01:15 European Commission agrees to water down auto emission targets Jordyn Dahl https://www.eenews.net/articles/european-commission-agrees-to-water-down-auto-emission-targets https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/bc/47/73bda61c48cc8e3899b6365c276e/https-delivery-gettyimages.com/downloads/922817084 US en The European Commission will change the way it calculates emissions targets for carmakers in a bid to help the troubled industry. The current regulation requires carmakers to reduce their emissions by 15 percent in 2025 from a 2021 baseline or be fined €95 per gram of carbon dioxide per kilometer emitted above the target. "BRUSSELS — The European Commission said Monday it will change the way it calculates emissions targets for carmakers in a bid to help the deeply troubled industry. The executive will put forward an ame...[+767 chars]" 2025-03-05T11:00:59 Amazon CEO's new manifesto met with fear and frustration: 'Demoralizing' Veronica Booth https://www.yahoo.com/news/amazon-ceos-manifesto-met-fear-110059154.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/d3pv1pvueKkTVGPNWPjw.A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/3e62a726eb9ca026d098406faff6bc24 US en Andy Jassy, Amazon's CEO, is cutting middle management to reduce payroll costs and fund the company's push toward artificial intelligence. Amazon will spend most of its estimated $75 billion in capital expenditures to support Amazon Web Services and AI. Amazon's employees are scared and frustrated. The push for more data and AI servers increases pollution and costs. "Amazon's CEO is cutting out middle management to reduce payroll costs and fund the company's push toward artificial intelligence. Andy Jassy has been Amazon's CEO for three-and-a-half years, and his c...[+3021 chars]" 2025-03-05T10:53:25 Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DHIL) Will Pay A US$1.50 Dividend In Four Days Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/diamond-hill-investment-group-inc-105325938.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f88d3d8c5618aa88ce2627c2a1cda340 US en Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DHIL) is about to trade ex-dividend. The company's upcoming dividend is US$1.50 per share. The stock has a trailing yield of 4.1% on the current share price of US$147.45. Simply Wall St recommends checking the company's payout ratio to see if it can afford its dividend. Readers hoping to buy Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DHIL) for its dividend will need to make their move shortly, as the stock is about to trade ex-dividend. The ex-dividend date occurs o...[+4082 chars] 2025-03-05T10:44:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 4: Tin Pei Ling on Singapore's transition to a low-carbon economy CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/w250305parlheadvlow-carboneconomydigitalfuturetinpeiling-4979066 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--M92J3KS9--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/03/05/1741172559-image.jpg?itok=PWtvSEJx SG en MP Tin Pei Ling asked for an update on Singapore's measures to transition to a low-carbon economy, including decarbonising the power sector. She also asked how the government plans to more actively participate in carbon markets and position Singapore as a credible and vibrant hub for carbon credit markets. In parliament on Wednesday (Mar 5), MP Tin Pei Ling asked for an update on Singapore's measures to transition to a low-carbon economy, including decarbonising the power sector. She wanted to know how ...[+785 chars] 2025-03-05T10:42:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 4: Mark Lee on Singapore's sustainability efforts CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/w250305parlheadvdecarbonisingroadmapmarklee-4979071 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--sN5LmlsE--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/03/05/1741172567-image.jpg?itok=utAI2yV5 SG en Singapore must make sure its transition to a low-carbon economy does not come at the expense of its competitiveness, NMP Mark Lee said in parliament on Wednesday (Mar 5). He asked how the government is working to decarbonise the power sector while ensuring that energy remains cost-competitive for businesses. Mr Lee also asked if SMEs can get more help with sustainability adoption and reporting. Singapore must make sure its transition to a low-carbon economy does not come at the expense of its competitiveness, NMP Mark Lee said in parliament on Wednesday (Mar 5). He pointed out that many regi...[+1057 chars] 2025-03-05T10:35:45 EXTRA: SEC launches podcast with tape-cutting ceremony Abdulsalam Abdullah https://www.thecable.ng/extra-sec-launches-podcast-with-tape-cutting-ceremony https://www.thecable.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_4900.jpeg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a podcast aimed at expanding financial literacy and promoting participation in the capital market. Doris Uzoka-Anite, minister of state for finance, officiated the launch by cutting a blue and white ribbon. The podcast is expected to provide insights into financial markets, regulations, and investment opportunities. "The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a podcast aimed at expanding financial literacy and promoting participation in the capital market, especially in remote areas. Doris Uzoka-Ani...[+1162 chars]" 2025-03-05T10:35:18 NCLT rejects Vedanta's demerger plan over disclosure concerns MPost https://www.millenniumpost.in/business/nclt-rejects-vedantas-demerger-plan-over-disclosure-concerns-601196 https://www.millenniumpost.in/h-upload/2025/03/05/837271-images-1.jpg IN en The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) rejected the proposed demerger scheme involving Vedanta Limited. Tribunal ruled that Talwandi Sabo Power Limited (TSPL) failed to disclose a ₹1,251 crore liability in its list of creditors. TSPL's failure to disclose the liability violated Section 230(2)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013. Tribunal also noted that the non-disclosure impacted the company's valuation. The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has turned down the proposed demerger scheme involving Vedanta Limited, citing inadequate disclosures by Talwandi Sabo Power Limited (TSPL), one of the resulti...[+3031 chars] 2025-03-05T10:34:00 Implementation of new long-term share-based incentive plan Svitzer Group A/S https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/implementation-long-term-share-based-103400943.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globe_newswire_uk_374/001bf9f5411823d42df6e451303e156f US en The Board of Directors of Svitzer Group A/S has decided to implement a new share-based incentive plan for 2025 - the Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP). The Global Leadership Team will be invited to participate in the ESPP for 2025. The CEO will be granted 85% of the annual base salary in the form of RSUs, and the CFO 60%. RSUs under the current LTI for 2025 are expected to take place in April 2025. The Board of Directors of Svitzer Group A/S (the 'Board of Directors'), CVR-no. 44 79 14 47, ('Svitzer Group' or the 'Company') has today decided to implement a new share-based incentive plan for 2025...[+4075 chars] 2025-03-05T10:27:24 Four Days Left Until Rogers Communications Inc. (TSE:RCI.B) Trades Ex-Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/four-days-left-until-rogers-102724490.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f928ca386683eccc57c93fd764c6866f US en Rogers Communications Inc. (TSE:RCI.B) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The company's next dividend payment will be CA$0.50 per share and in the last 12 months, the company paid a total of CA$2.00 per share. Rogers Communications has a trailing yield of 5.0% on the current share price of CA $39.82. Its earnings per share are down 4.1% a year over the past five years. Its payout ratio is within a reasonable range. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Rogers Communications Inc. (TSE:RCI.B) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The e...[+4147 chars] 2025-03-05T09:55:21 Advanced Media sets benchmark for sustainability in media retail sector Staff Reporter https://www.broadcastprome.com/news/advanced-media-sets-benchmark-for-sustainability-in-media-retail-sector https://www.broadcastprome.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/AMT.jpg AE en Advanced Media Trading (AMT) has received verification for its near-term science-based emissions reduction target from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). AMT is a distributor of professional video, photo, broadcast, and cinema equipment across the MENA region. AMT has pledged to cut its scope 1 and scope 2 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline, and measure its scope 3 emissions. Since joining the UAE Alliance for Climate Action (UACA) in 2023, AMT took decisive steps towards fleet electrification, converting 20% of its vehicles to electric in 2024 and aiming for full electrification by 2030 Advanced Media Trading (AMT), a distributor of professional video, photo, broadcast, and cinema equipment across the MENA region, has received verification for its near-term science-based emissions re...[+2806 chars] 2025-03-05T09:35:46 London isn't alone in facing listing challenges, LSEG CEO says – it's a global problem Zahra Tayeb https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/05/lseg-ceo-london-isnt-alone-in-facing-ipo-challenges-problem-is-global.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108045302-17284773042024-05-14t173640z_832876608_rc2aq7apgyee_rtrmadp_0_britain-economy.jpeg?v=1728477343&w=1920&h=1080 US en There were just 18 initial public offerings on the London Stock Exchange last year. The LSE lost 88 companies last year, whether by delisting or transferring primary listings elsewhere. The idea that the U.S. is a go-to destination for cross-border listings has been challenged by a new competitor: Hong Kong. "London's listing problem isn't limited to the capital, with weakness in the U.S. and Asia too, according to the head of the London Stock Exchange Group. According to EY, there were just 18 initial pub...[+3378 chars]" 2025-03-05T08:55:50 Giti Achieves EcoVadis Platinum - Double Honour for Giti Group PR Wire https://en.antaranews.com/news/347201/giti-achieves-ecovadis-platinum-double-honour-for-giti-group https://cdn.antaranews.com/cache/1200x800/2025/03/05/giti.jpg ID en Giti China was ranked among the top 1% of the tire industry. It received a Platinum award in the 2025 EcoVadis evaluation and B-rating for Climate and Sustainability from the Carbon Disclosure Project. Giti's sustainability journey began with its first CDP submission in 2023. Singapore, (ANTARA/PRNewswire)- With only one Earth to live on, Giti Tire has embedded in its DNA an unwavering commitment to reducing environmental impact, and these efforts have not gone unnoticed. ...[+3332 chars] 2025-03-05T08:48:52 Bayer champions sustainability for Pakistan's future https://www.dawn.com/news/1895951/bayer-champions-sustainability-for-pakistans-future https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/03/05130935dad4905.jpg?r=134852 PK en Bayer's global mission is 'Health for All, Hunger for None'. The company has ambitious sustainability targets to be achieved by 2030. In Pakistan, Bayer's focus is on regenerative agriculture to increase the capacity of smallholder farmers, enabling greater yields while protecting scarce resources. Bayer provides farmers with innovative agricultural solutions to reduce the impact of climate change on crops, such as drought-resistant seed varieties and advanced crop protection products. "The company is actively advancing healthcare access and innovative solutions for a healthier future. To secure Pakistan's future in the face of growing climate change impacts, it is imperative to adop...[+3783 chars]" 2025-03-05T08:03:00 EU emissions reprieve for carmakers may slow EV shift AFP https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sustainability/eu-emissions-reprieve-for-carmakers-may-slow-ev-shift/articleshow/118724333.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118724312,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-155284,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en The European Commission proposed on Monday to give automakers three years to meet the 2025 carbon dioxide (CO2) reduction target. The change must be approved by EU states and the bloc's parliament. Automakers worried they would not meet the goal due to disappointing sales of electric vehicles (EV) in Europe and fierce Chinese competition. "PARIS: The European Commission 's proposal to ease emission targets would enable struggling automakers to keep profits flowing from fossil fuel models but could potentially stall Europe's shift to ele...[+7191 chars]" 2025-03-05T08:00:00 Convening of annual general meeting of Totalkredit A/S Totalkredit A/S https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/convening-annual-general-meeting-totalkredit-080000479.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/10a79c31653f23dd977638d9f35a63b2 US en Totalkredit A/S will hold its annual general meeting on Thursday, 20 March 2025 at 10:00 at the Company's offices at Sundkrogsgade 25, DK-2150 Nordhavn. The agenda includes the Directors' report on the company's activities in the past year, the presentation of the Annual Report 2024, resolution on the discharge of the Board of Directors and Executive Board, the appropriation of profit according to the approved Annual Report, election of members of the board and appointment of auditors and sustainability auditors. "To Nasdaq Copenhagen 5 March 2025 Convening of annual general meeting of Totalkredit A/S Totalkredit A/S will hold its annual general meeting on Thursday, 20 March 2025 at 10:00 at the Company's offic...[+1923 chars]" 2025-03-05T07:54:51 New annual reporting obligation in Romania for employers with over 50 employees Romania Insider https://www.romania-insider.com/new-reporting-obligations-companies-over-50-employees-romania https://cdn.romania-insider.com/sites/default/files/styles/article_large_image/public/2022-04/employees_work_office_-_photo_fizkes_dreamstime.com_.jpg RO en Romanian law requires employers with more than 50 employees to submit an annual report. The first report must be submitted by January 31, 2025, and this requirement will be repeated annually on the same date. The report should include: Workforce structure, total number of employees, distribution by age and gender, types of employment contracts, policies and measures implemented to ensure equal opportunities, Salary levels and benefits granted to employees, measures adopted for workplace safety and health, and other relevant information. "Expert Corner Lavinia Anghel, Attorney at Law at Grecu Partners Business Law Firm, highlights the new reporting obligations in Romania for companies with over 50 employees. Starting in 2025, employers...[+2035 chars]" 2025-03-05T07:34:21 Lasaco Assurance lists additional N9.25b shares on NGX The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4163951/lasaco-assurance-lists-additional-n925b-shares-on-ngx.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Lasaco Assurance Plc has announced the listing of additional N9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The listing will be available on the Exchange's website. The shares will be of the order of 50 kobo each. Lasaco Assurance Plc has announced the listing of additional 9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The listingThe post Lasaco ...[+118 chars] 2025-03-05T07:10:11 DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc (DMGGF) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strategic Growth Amidst ... Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dmg-blockchain-solutions-inc-dmggf-071011402.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/3776ea26b16463a3dd36b0cea06ea0de US en DMG has completed regulatory approvals to become a qualified digital asset custodian in Canada. The company has achieved a realized hash rate of 1.62 X a hash, up 65% sequentially. Cash plus Bitcoin balance increased 62% to $58.2 million, showcasing strong financial growth. DMG's hosting revenue decreased 25% and the company expects hosting revenue to decline to near zero as existing customers retire their fleets. Operating and maintenance costs increased 44% due to a 65% increase in hash rate, impacting overall profitability. Cost of energy at a new data center site has been significantly higher than expected, affecting project viability. Systemic Trust has onboarded DMG and is in discussions "Release Date: March 04, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc (DMGGF) has completed regulatory approval...[+3248 chars]" 2025-03-05T06:54:41 The Korea Exchange announced on the 5th that it has selected 16 companies, including Pearl Abyss Co... Kim Dae-Eun https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11256173 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/05/news-p.v1.20250305.d19d7235741c4f7aa566b92cbd5990d2_P1.png KR en The Korea Exchange has selected 16 companies as excellent corporations in the KOSDAQ and Konex markets in 2024. Pearl Abyss Co., Ltd. was selected as the best public corporation in KONEX market. Min Kyung-wook, vice chairman of KOSDA Market, thanked the award-winning corporation for faithfully fulfilling its disclosure obligations. "사진 확대 The Korea Exchange announced on the 5th that it has selected 16 companies, including Pearl Abyss Co., Ltd., as excellent corporations in the KOSDAQ and Konex markets in 2024 and awarded them. Th...[+1692 chars]" 2025-03-05T06:26:48 Lasaco Assurance lists additional N9.25b shares on NGX Omobola Tolu-Kusimo https://thenationonlineng.net/lasaco-assurance-lists-additional-n9-25b-shares-on-ngx https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/12033707/lasaco_assurance_plc_222.jpg NG en Lasaco Assurance Plc has announced the listing of additional 9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited. The listing followed the completion of a private placement conducted by the company. The company views the successful placement and listing as a significant step in enhancing shareholder value and providing increased liquidity. "Lasaco Assurance Plc has announced the listing of additional 9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The listing followed the co...[+821 chars]" 2025-03-05T06:14:06 Clariant presents Integrated Report 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/clariant-presents-integrated-report-2024/2067448 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/05/557538.jpg PH en Clariant has published its Integrated Report 2024. This year marks the last year of Günter von Au as Chairman of the Board of Directors as he will not stand for reelection. Ben van Beurden is proposed as his successor to the AGM on 1 April 2025. Clariant's purpose is Customer focus, Innovative chemistry, Leading in sustainability, and People engagement. "AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT PURSUANT TO ART. 53 LR Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today published its Integrated Report 2024, which presents a transparent and concise account o...[+2339 chars]" 2025-03-05T06:00:00 Clariant presents Integrated Report 2024 Clariant International Ltd https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/clariant-presents-integrated-report-2024-060000986.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/7d631bdd81e1365999f67d034f5ac990 US en Clariant has released its Integrated Report 2024. The report provides a comprehensive overview of both the company's financial and non-financial activities throughout the year. This year marks the last year of Günter von Au as Chairman of the Board of Directors as he will not stand for reelection. Ben van Beurden is proposed as his successor to the AGM on 1 April 2025. "AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT PURSUANT TO ART. 53 LR Clariant has released its Integrated Report 2024, which provides a comprehensive overview of both the company's financial performance and non-financial activ...[+5494 chars]" 2025-03-05T06:00:00 Sanjay H Parekh optimistic about earnings revival, foresees strong market recovery in coming months The Economic Times https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/expert-view/sanjay-h-parekh-optimistic-about-earnings-revival-foresees-strong-market-recovery-in-coming-months/articleshow/118704867.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118704838,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-3126,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en """In the interim, flows can have excesses, but we really feel that we have reached the bottom on Nifty. Even if you take earnings post downgrades, broadly next year will be 1200 rupees of earnings and 26-27 would be 1350 rupees. The risk-return is favourable now." """In the interim, flows can have some excesses, but we really feel that we have reached the bottom on Nifty . You can never say never, but largely we think we are done. Because even if you take earning...[+8955 chars]" 2025-03-05T05:31:31 Concerns as five firms unclaimed dividends hit N30 billion Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4163739/concerns-as-five-firms-unclaimed-dividends-hit-n30-billion.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Five listed firms unclaimed dividends rose to N30 billion as of December 31. SEC is trying to check the rising trend despite intensified efforts by the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to check it. SEC has expressed concern about the issue. Despite intensified efforts by the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to check the rising trend, five listed firms unclaimed dividends rose to N30 billion as of December 31, raising fre...[+196 chars] 2025-03-05T05:18:00 TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: A Comprehensive Approach to Constitutional Review in the Extractive Industry Atitso Akpalu https://www.modernghana.com/news/1383728/towards-a-sustainable-future-a-comprehensive-appr.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/35202541017-qulxocb543-screenshot20250305030957chrome.jpg GH en The extractive industry plays a crucial role in the economies of many nations, but its operations often lead to complex socio-environmental challenges. The former Chief Justice's call for a constitutional review of the extractive sector needs a holistic approach that draws upon best practices from around the globe, specifically from Singapore, Europe, Canada, the USA, Britain, the Asia-Pacific region and Australia. The extractive industry plays a crucial role in the economies of many nations, providing vital resources for development. However, its operations often lead to complex socio-environmental challenges. ...[+4490 chars] 2025-03-05T05:00:16 Carbon Majors: Half of global fossil fuel emissions linked to just 36 firms https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4410351/carbon-majors-half-global-fossil-fuel-emissions-linked-36-firms https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/b3cb265/bb80a26f-d173-46ae-99da-9720c276af61/4/Oil-rig-1254562568-324-202-370x229.png GB en Half of all global CO2 emissions from fossil fuels came from just 36 high-emitting companies in 2023. Saudi Aramco is the largest corporate emitter in the world, followed by ExxonMobil and BP.   . Half of all global CO2 emissions from fossil fuels came from just 36 high-emitting companies in 2023, with oil giant Saudi Aramco topping the league table as the largest corporate emitter in the world...[+4 chars] 2025-03-05T04:49:00 "Kuaishou's MSCI ESG Rating Upgraded to ""A,"" Highlighting Outstanding Achievements in Sustainable Development" Kuaishou Technology https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/kuaishous-msci-esg-rating-upgraded-to-a-highlighting-outstanding-achievements-in-sustainable-development/article_bc68164c-9b9a-57f0-a09d-5809c286c492.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en "Kuaishou Technology's ESG rating has been upgraded from ""BBB"" to ""A"". This elevated rating places the Company among the top performers among its peers. In 2023 and 2024 the Company participated in the CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) climate disclosure initiative and earned a ""B"" rating on the climate change questionnaire." "HONG KONG, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuaishou Technology (""Kuaishou"" or the ""Company""; HKD Counter Stock Code: 01024 / RMB Counter Stock Code: 81024), a leading content community and social platfo...[+972 chars]" 2025-03-05T04:24:46 MTN commits to sustainability Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4163466/mtn-commits-to-sustainability.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en MTN Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to sustainability and addressing environmental challenges. The telco gave the commitment while reacting to the climate change and water-related risks in the country. The post MTN commits to sustainability appeared first on The Nation Newspaper. Click here to read the rest. MTN Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to sustainability and addressing environmental challenges and commitment to transparency in managing climate and water-related risks. The telco gave the commi...[+132 chars] 2025-03-05T04:20:31 Lasaco Assurance Lists Additional 9.25bn Shares on NGX Thisday https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4163397/lasaco-assurance-lists-additional-925bn-shares-on-ngx.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Lasaco Assurance Plc, has announced successful listing of an additional 9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The shares will be traded on the Ngex. "Lasaco Assurance Plc, has announced successful listing of an additional 9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The Click here t...[+18 chars]" 2025-03-05T04:03:22 Set KPIs for State Owned Enterprises - Edem Agbana appeals to President Mahama https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Set-KPIs-for-State-Owned-Enterprises-Edem-Agbana-appeals-to-President-Mahama-1974031 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/798/79843872.jpg GH en Eric Edem Agbana has called on President John Dramani Mahama to establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the newly appointed heads of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in Ghana. The absence of measurable performance indicators is a significant factor contributing to inefficiencies and a lack of accountability in SOEs. "Business News of Wednesday, 5 March 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com Ketu North Member of Parliament, Eric Edem Agbana, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to establish Key Performance Indicators...[+2379 chars]" 2025-03-05T03:42:00 Vow ASA: Grant of synthetic options https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6051737 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Gunnar Pedersen has been appointed as Vow ASA's new Chief Executive Officer, effective no later than 1 August 2025. He has been granted synthetic options equivalent to a value of NOK 1,000,000. The options are to be cash settled, subject to a 3-year term, a strike price of 4 and customary terms and conditions. "Oslo, 4 March 2025: Reference is made to the exchange announcement published by Vow ASA (the ""Company"") on 5 February 2025 regarding the appointment of Gunnar Pedersen as its new Chief Executive Offic...[+395 chars]" 2025-03-05T02:32:00 "국힘 ""정부가 성공 담보하고, 국가가 지분 가져가겠단 발상 자체가 반기업적""" http://breaknews.com/1097509 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202503/2024123048219231.jpeg KR en There is a 30% chance that the market will not be profitable in the next 30 years. The market will be more profitable than it was in the previous 30% of the past 30 years, according to the market research firm. “ "▲ 김대식 국민의힘 원내수석대변인. ©임국정 기자 브레이크뉴스 임국정 기자 = 국민의힘이 5일 이재명 더불어민주당 대표의 '엔비디아 같은 회사 생기면 30%는 국민에 나누자' 발언을 ""정부가 특정 산업의 성공을 담보하고, 국가가 지분을 가져가겠다는 발상 자체가 반(反)기업적""이라고 비판했다. 김대식 국민의힘 원내수석대변인은 이날 논평을 통해 ""성공한 기업을...[+3463 chars]" 2025-03-05T02:20:15 Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul on the Trump Administration, Birthright Citizenship and DEI – WTTW (Chicago) Joanna Brown https://wirepoints.org/illinois-attorney-general-kwame-raoul-on-the-trump-administration-birthright-citizenship-and-dei-wttw-chicago https://eadn-wc01-3158345.nxedge.io/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Facebook-Cover-No-Social-Media-scaled.jpg US en Raoul advises corporations not to back away from initiatives that are legal and to not be misled into backing away from the nomenclature of diversity equity, inclusion. DEI or these words have been made out to be evil words, which Raoul finds nonsensical. "Speaking about DEI, Raoul said, ""So I advise those corporations to not be misled and not be intimidated into backing away from initiatives that are legal, backing away from the nomenclature even of di...[+116 chars]" 2025-03-05T02:00:00 Women in Climate series: Sustainable investing The National https://www.thenationalnews.com/podcasts/recorded/2025/03/05/women-in-climate-series-sustainable-investing https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/Y7HXI2TT3JGARCBXYNUUMI3FEQ.jpg?smart=true&auth=21d65f84799b490f3ce56b7b0a8f5b7a8f7b615e993742318caac3c1b78f0e37&width=1200&height=630 AE en The fifth episode of the Women in Climate podcast series delves into the complexities of sustainable finance with three trailblazing women. They discuss the challenges of balancing compliance with genuine commitment and the need for greater transparency and accountability. They also discuss the progress being made in places such as the UAE and the global policy shifts. "This series is sponsored by GIB AM Finance is at the heart of all discussions around climate action, and it is thought of both as an opportunity and an expense. At Cop29, an agreement was reached for ...[+1890 chars]" 2025-03-05T01:54:00 Thailand plan would allow polluters to offset 15% of emissions Bloomberg News https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2973391/thailand-plan-would-allow-polluters-to-offset-15-of-emissions https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250305/c1_2973391_700.jpg TH en Thailand is considering allowing businesses to offset up to 15% of their greenhouse gas pollution with carbon credits in a planned emissions trading system. The scheme is intended to promote the country's voluntary carbon market. It is still subject to government approval and will only allow credits from nature-based projects. Thailand has a target to achieve net zero emissions by 2065. "Thailand is considering proposals to allow businesses to offset as much as 15% of their greenhouse gas pollution with carbon credits in a planned emissions trading system. The strategy is intended to ...[+1346 chars]" 2025-03-05T01:00:00 Director/PDMR Shareholding Mar. 5, 2025 01:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6051704 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Notification of Transactions by Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities and Persons Closely Associated with them is required for disclosure of transactions under Article 19 of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on market abuse (Market Abuse Regulation). Andrew Sheen is the Managing Director of Ferries Division of Irish Continental Group plc. The transaction involved exercise of previously vested options and exercise of 2022 awards under the terms of the Performance Share Plan. It also involved the sale of ICG Units. "Notification of Transactions by Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities and Persons Closely Associated with them [This form is required for disclosure of transactions under Article 19 of Regul...[+1426 chars]" 2025-03-05T00:05:08 PwC Expands Professional Training with Launch of Sustainability Academy Programme Nigeria https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/05/pwc-expands-professional-training-with-launch-of-sustainability-academy-programme https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/PwC-.jpg NG en Pricewaterhouse Coopers Limited (PwC) has introduced Sustainability Academy as part of its Business School in Lagos. This comes at a time when global leaders are calling for more strategic actions on climate change. Participants will benefit from PwC's extensive network capabilities and industry-specific expertise. "Esther Oluku Financial services firm, Pricewaterhouse Coopers Limited (PwC), has introduced Sustainability Academy as part of programmes offered at its Business School in Lagos. This comes at a time w...[+2313 chars]" 2025-03-05T00:02:00 CDB showcases excellence with win at ACCA Sustainability Reporting Awards https://www.ft.lk/financial-services/CDB-showcases-excellence-with-win-at-ACCA-Sustainability-Reporting-Awards/42-773819 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_93af91d0dd.jpg LK en CDB was adjudged the winner in the Other Financial Category at the 20th edition of the ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards held last week. The judging criteria evaluated on strategy, governance, risk management and metrics and targets, also marked fair presentation, materiality, reporting entity and connection information in the presentation of the report. Underscoring continued commitment to accountability, transparency and responsibility to people, planet and profit, CDB was adjudged the winner in the Other Financial Category at the 20th edition of th...[+1783 chars] 2025-03-05T00:00:00 How Women Can Boost Their Careers Despite Headwinds - Women's History Month Joan Michelson https://www.forbes.com/sites/joanmichelson2/2025/03/05/how-women-can-boost-their-careers-despite-headwindswomens-history-month https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6457d6c7edac8e27259c02fa/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Women in leadership drive revenue, growth, profitability, innovation and recruitment. This Women's History Month, we're celebrating valuable advice from women who are advancing today and in energy, climate, sustainability and ESG – environment, social, governance – careers and industries. Women are advancing, generating enormous value for firms, innovating extraordinary products and business and financial models, and moving forward – despite the political headwinds. You might not know ...[+2422 chars] 2025-03-05T00:00:00 4 Steps To Integrate DEI Metrics Into Performance Reviews And KPIs Natalie Norfus https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbeshumanresourcescouncil/2025/03/05/4-steps-to-integrate-dei-metrics-into-performance-reviews-and-kpis https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/5fb5317182369497842a6ea4/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Natalie Norfus is the Founder & Managing Owner at TheNorfus Firm, PLLC, where she partners with employers on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and HR strategies. She suggests four steps to integrate DEI metrics into performance reviews and KPIs. "Natalie Norfus is the Founder & Managing Owner at The Norfus Firm, PLLC, where she partners with employers on DEI and HR strategies. In a decade of working with organizations on DEI initiatives, I've ...[+6692 chars]" 2025-03-05T00:00:00 Beiersdorf Sustainable Palm Policy (engl.) (Beiersdorf AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/05/Beiersdorf_Sustainable_Palm_Policy_engl_Beiersdorf_AG https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sustainability has always been part of the company culture and DNA. Sustainability is an integral part of our corporate strategy Win with Care. It guides our actions to deliver a positive impact on people, society, and the environment. It is also the basis for the Sustainable Palm Policy. ) SUSTAINABLE PALM POLICY Introduction Sustainability has always been part of our company culture and DNA. Our Sustainability AgendaCARE BEYOND SKIN is an integral part of our corporate strategy Win w...[+88 chars] 2025-03-05T00:00:00 Bayer champions sustainability for Pakistan's future Dawn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/05/Bayer_champions_sustainability_for_Pakistan_s_future https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en To secure Pakistan's future, it is imperative to adopt a multi-stakeholder approach to tackling climate and sustainability challenges, with corporations and the private sector playing an active part. Bayer is committed to this through its core businesses in agriculture and in the environment. To secure Pakistan's future in the face of growing climate change impacts, it is imperative to adopt a multi-stakeholder approach to tackling climate and sustainability challenges, with corporations a...[+128 chars] 2025-03-05T00:00:00 Elon Musk's political leanings risk turning off car buyers Madison https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/05/Elon_Musks_political_leanings_risk_turning_off_car_buyers https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Elon Musk's car company is required each year to report to investors all the bad things that could happen to it. The latest version lists every imaginable threat from costly lawsuits to out-of-control battery fires to war and another epidemic. It's marketing 101: Don't involve yourself in politics. NEW YORK — Elon Musk's car company is required each year to report to investors all the bad things that could happen to it, and the latest version lists every imaginable threat from costly lawsuits to...[+163 chars] 2025-03-05T00:00:00 Should I drop my diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives? The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/05/Should_I_drop_my_diversity_equity_and_inclusion_initiatives https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Some large companies have decided to rein back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. In the US, the Trump administration is actively promoting DEI initiatives. A. believes DEI is a good idea, but there's a change of sentiment about what works best. Q: What's your take on the decision by some large companies to rein back their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives? There's definitely a change of sentiment about what works best. A: Oka...[+115 chars] 2025-03-05T00:00:00 Lasaco Assurance Lists Additional 9.25bn Shares on NGX This Day https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/05/Lasaco_Assurance_Lists_Additional_925bn_Shares_on_NGX https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Lasaco Assurance Plc has announced successful listing of an additional 9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The listing follows the completion of a private placement exercise conducted by the company. Business | 44 minutes ago Lasaco Assurance Plc, has announced successful listing of an additional 9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limit...[+93 chars] 2025-03-05T00:00:00 TDK Ventures Invests in Glimpse, Builders of a Next Generation Battery Quality Management Platform Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/05/TDK_Ventures_Invests_in_Glimpse_Builders_of_a_Next_Generatio_a https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en TDK Ventures, Inc. is investing in battery quality through its Fund EX1 through its subsidiary TDK Corp. (TSE: 6762) and it's called TDK Ventures Inc. (TSE: 676).   SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TDK Corporation (TSE: 6762) announced today that subsidiary TDK Ventures, Inc. is investing, through its Fund EX1, in battery quality 2025-03-04T23:43:00 Betrayal & broken promises? Ashley St. Clair's friend spills the truth, the real reason she went after Elon Musk and the promise she broke to DOGE boss The Feed https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/betrayal-broken-promises-ashley-st-clairs-friend-spills-the-truth-the-real-reason-she-went-after-elon-musk-and-the-promise-she-broke-to-doge-boss/articleshow/118718237.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118718233,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-1896772,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Ashley St. Clair, Elon Musk's alleged baby mama, is portrayed in recent disclosures from a former friend as being cunning and manipulative in her interactions, including her purported relationship with Elon Musk. A former coworker describes how St.Clair manipulated stories, disseminated secrets, and even betrayed a pledge to a significant figure in the cryptocurrency industry. According to conservative YouTuber Isabella Moody, she collaborated with St.clair at Arsenal Media Group in 2021. "Elon Musk's alleged recent baby mama , Ashley St. Clair , is portrayed in recent disclosures from a former friend as being cunning and manipulative in her interactions, including her purported relatio...[+7325 chars]" 2025-03-04T23:36:33 Lasaco Assurance Lists Additional 9.25bn Shares on NGX Business https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/05/lasaco-assurance-lists-additional-9-25bn-shares-on-ngx https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/Lasaco-Assurance.jpeg NG en Lasaco Assurance Plc, has announced successful listing of an additional 9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The listing follows the completion of a private placement exercise conducted by the company. The shares were listed on Thursday, 23 January 2025. The total issued and fully paid-up share capital has increased from 1,833,585,855 to 11,083,585,.855 ordinary shares. Lasaco Assurance Plc, has announced successful listing of an additional 9.25 billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The listing foll...[+1625 chars] 2025-03-04T23:30:08 Women hold 1 in 5 board seats in Hong Kong firms for first time, report says Fan Chen https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3301013/women-hold-1-5-board-seats-hong-kong-firms-first-time-report-says https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/03/04/bc070250-6627-40a4-aaa8-a76164218cf3_69cca390.jpg?itok=F8W5SmSU&v=1741079338 HK en 20.8% of board seats in Hong Kong-based companies were occupied by women as of October, up from 19% a year earlier and 16% in 2022. Companies with a woman in the CEO's office increased to 5.6% from 4.4%. The percentage of women in the chief financial officer position fell to 14.8%, down from 19.1%. The proportion of seats occupied by women on the boards of Hong Kong-based companies has surpassed one in five for the first time, but significant disparities remain in senior-management representatio...[+1495 chars] 2025-03-04T23:25:07 Carbon Done Right Announces Closing of $423,750 Non-Brokered Private Placement Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/carbon-done-right-announces-closing-of-423750-non-brokered-private-placement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM4OTA4NSM2NzkxMDMxIzUwMDEyNzg1Nw== CA en Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. has closed the third and final tranche of its non-brokered private placement and has issued an additional 11,250,000 shares at a price of $0.015 per share for gross proceeds of $168,750. VANCOUVER, BC, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. ('Carbon Done Right' or the 'Company') (TSXV: KLX) (FSE: Q1C), a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits so...[+497 chars] 2025-03-04T23:23:26 Carbon Done Right Announces Closing of $423,750 Non-Brokered Private Placement JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/carbon-done-right-announces-closing-of-423-750-non-brokered-private-placement/article_28940f2d-3f36-5910-8896-4335037b9973.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. has closed the third and final tranche of its non-brokered private placement and has issued an additional 11,250,000 shares at a price of $0.015 per share for gross proceeds of $168,750. The total number of shares issued in the private placement is 28,250.000. The related party transaction constitutes a'related party transaction'. VANCOUVER, BC, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. ('Carbon Done Right' or the 'Company') (TSXV: KLX) (FSE: Q1C), a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits so...[+1077 chars] 2025-03-04T23:13:00 Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. (SXGC) Closes the Market NEWSFILE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/southern-cross-gold-consolidated-ltd.-sxgc-closes-the-market-1034440505 https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/243332/208 US en Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. (TSXV: SXGC) is focused on developing its Sunday Creek gold-antimony project in Victoria, Australia. The project has demonstrated exceptional drilling results with 56 intersections exceeding 100 AuEq g/t x m from 71.4 km of drilling. The Company has six diamond drill rigs operating on site with plans to expand capacity. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - March 4, 2025) - Michael Hudson, President, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. (""Company"") (TSXV: SXGC) and his te...[+1155 chars]" 2025-03-04T23:00:00 Uber drops mention of ‘diversity' from annual report Troy Wolverton https://www.sfexaminer.com/news/technology/uber-drops-mention-of-diversity-from-latest-annual-report/article_886f3b66-f949-11ef-a8df-d7c7c753dd83.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/sfexaminer.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/4e/b4e69eb2-f94b-11ef-bfe3-7f00716da2b3/67c785046bb66.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Uber has distanced itself from its previous embrace of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in the wake of President Donald Trump's election and inauguration. In its latest annual report, released last month, it omitted a section it had included in previous years' reports on 'Diversity and Inclusion' and didn't use the word 'diversity' even once. Uber has joined the crowd of tech and other companies that are distancing themselves from their previous embrace of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in the wake of President Donald Trump's elec...[+419 chars] 2025-03-04T22:50:24 Investors push Canadian banks to disclose how much lending goes to high-emissions sources Jeffrey Jones https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-canadian-banks-pressure-high-emissions-lending-disclosure-climate https://www.theglobeandmail.com/resizer/v2/KNFKG6VVWJFLPB3PEYWJAOGNLU.jpg?auth=933fe97669d75b44c67df0fa7ddc268dab3e80583b88aaf3dbfbb0f2b2b2033c&width=1200&height=800&quality=80&smart=true CA en eosg and sustainable finance reporter has access to all the content. for this content. For more information, go to: www.esgandsustainablefinancereporter.com and www.sfsr.org/sfs. "ESG and Sustainable Finance Reporter to view this content." 2025-03-04T22:47:08 The Evolving Imperative for International Board Diversity Created by https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/evolving-imperative-international-board-diversity-1731618 https://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/1736642/business.jpg US en In 2025, global corporations face unprecedented economic, regulatory, and geopolitical shifts. To remain competitive, corporate boards must prioritise international diversity. Women now hold 35.7% of board seats, but their representation in P&L executive roles remains lower than that of male directors. In 2025, global corporations face unprecedented economic, regulatory, and geopolitical shifts. With rising trade negotiations, economic sanctions, and emerging markets reshaping industries, companies ...[+6623 chars] 2025-03-04T21:35:57 Diginex Limited to Ring the Nasdaq Closing Bell on March 5, 2025 Diginex Limited https://www.enidnews.com/region/diginex-limited-to-ring-the-nasdaq-closing-bell-on-march-5-2025/article_baef7ebf-c661-5f39-8654-5948d88bbc57.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diginex Limited will ring the Nasdaq Closing Bell on March 5, 2025 to celebrate its successful listing in January 2025. Chairman and Founder Miles Pelham will lead the ceremony, joined by members of the board of directors, executive leadership, business partners, key advisors and other stakeholders. LONDON, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGNX), an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG)...[+4858 chars] 2025-03-04T21:15:00 ReTo Eco-Solutions, Inc. Announces Share Combination PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/reto-eco-solutions-inc-announces-share-combination-123925.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1741178416 VN en ReTo Eco-Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: RETO) is a manufacturer of equipment for production of eco-friendly materials in China. On February 11, 2025, its board of directors approved a combination of its Class A shares on a ten-to-one basis to increase the market price per share to allow the Company to maintain its Nasdaq listing. The Company's shares will continue to trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+2460 chars] 2025-03-04T21:10:57 SAIHEAT Limited Announces Results of Extraordinary General Meeting Saiheat Limited https://www.enidnews.com/region/saiheat-limited-announces-results-of-extraordinary-general-meeting/article_fd613654-b6f3-5f16-9449-06700fbfa1cf.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en All of the shareholder proposals submitted for shareholder approval have been duly adopted at SAIHEAT's extraordinary general meeting of shareholders held virtually at the end of February, 2025. The Company's stock is traded on the Nasdaq: SAIH and SAITW. SINGAPORE, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SAIHEAT Limited (f/k/a SAI.TECH Global Corporation) ('SAIHEAT' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ: SAIH, SAITW) today announced that all of the shareholder proposa...[+2936 chars] 2025-03-04T21:06:27 SAIHEAT Limited Announces Results of Extraordinary General Meeting SAIHEAT Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/saiheat-limited-announces-results-of-extraordinary-general-meeting/article_1260c562-d072-5102-a8e3-c7e856de7847.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en SAIHEAT Limited (f/k/a SAI.TECH Global Corporation) (NASDAQ: SAIH, SAITW) announced that all of the shareholder proposals submitted for shareholder approval have been duly adopted at its extraordinary general meeting of shareholders held on February 26, 2025. SINGAPORE, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SAIHEAT Limited (f/k/a SAI.TECH Global Corporation) ('SAIHEAT' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ: SAIH, SAITW) today announced that all of the shareholder proposa...[+333 chars] 2025-03-04T21:02:46 Diginex Limited to Ring the Nasdaq Closing Bell on March 5, 2025 Diginex Limited https://www.eagletribune.com/region/diginex-limited-to-ring-the-nasdaq-closing-bell-on-march-5-2025/article_b9acb671-e1b6-58e6-8036-48fb291d168f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Diginex Limited will ring the Nasdaq Closing Bell on March 5, 2025 to celebrate its successful listing in January 2025. Chairman and Founder Miles Pelham will lead the ceremony, joined by members of the board of directors, executive leadership, business partners and key advisors. LONDON, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGNX), an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG)...[+423 chars] 2025-03-04T21:01:01 Is this the end of Big Oil's green energy arc? Alexandra Hart https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/british-petroleum-bp-green-energy-shift-investor-pressure-big-oil https://www.texasstandard.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/A_modern_BP_gas_station_or_filling_station_in_the_United_States_05-1024x695.jpg US en Last week it was reported that BP is ditching its plan to increase renewable energy generation by 2030 and refocusing on oil and gas production. Activist investor, Elliott Investment Management, is pushing BP in this direction. Kevin Crowley, senior U.S. oil reporter for Bloomberg, says it's a turning point in Big Oil's green energy strategy. "Back in 2020, British oil giant BP was positioning itself to be a leader in the energy transition, touting plans to eliminate carbon emissions and usher in a new era of green energy. Five years and a ...[+4377 chars]" 2025-03-04T21:00:00 3 more HK blue chips available in bite-size amounts on SGX, bringing total to 8 Chor Khieng Yuit https://www.straitstimes.com/business/3-more-hk-blue-chips-available-in-bite-size-amounts-on-sgx-bringing-total-to-8 https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/a0ce3d3d07c75a32fbb090f8036c85c9aeff98b804c0a03e027e3c287071eaa8 SG en Singapore depository receipts of Ping An Insurance, Xiaomi and Meituan will be traded on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) from March 5. SDRs are financial instruments that represent ownership in a foreign stock or security, but are listed on the SGX. The first batch of SDRS in Singapore were linked to blue chip companies in Thailand and were launched on May 30, 2023 and April 1, 2024. "The Singapore depository receipts of (clockwise from top left) Ping An Insurance, Xiaomi and Meituan will be traded on the SGX. PHOTOS: BLOOMBERG, REUTERS 3 more HK blue chips available in bite-size a...[+6491 chars]" 2025-03-04T21:00:00 Transition-finance for a green economy Sarinee Achavanuntakul https://www.bangkokpost.com/opinion/opinion/2973188/transition-finance-for-a-green-economy https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/03/05/5494768_700.jpg TH en "11 large US and Canadian banks left the Net Zero Banking Alliance last month. Since 2022, there have been many transition finance guidelines, ranging from the NZBA's ""Transition Finance Guide"" to the ""Asia Transition Finance Guidelines"" issued by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Capital Markets Forum. The two most ambitious Thai banks are Kasikornbank and Siam Commercial Bank, both of which set a scope 1 and 2 net zero target by 2030." For those who advocate for more timely and meaningful climate finance commensurate with the increasingly cataclysmic impact of climate change, the year 2025 seems to begin on a rocky start. Early last...[+9035 chars] 2025-03-04T21:00:00 Column: Banks Need to Move Away From ESG Standards for Agricultural Investments State Rep. Neal Jackson https://www.thepilot.com/opinion/column-banks-need-to-move-away-from-esg-standards-for-agricultural-investments/article_0f1d3198-f910-11ef-b885-4bc715730525.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/thepilot.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/media/a/9e/a9e1a47c-aa6c-11ea-a3a0-8b3fa4bc35b5/5edfb60325ec2.image.png?crop=50%2C50%2C50%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en The agriculture industry is the backbone of North Carolina's economy. Without legislative intervention, North Carolinians stand to lose one-sixth of their economy. Under the previous administration, federal regulators and international interest groups promoted ESG standards governing a wide range of economic activities. It's past time for North Carolina to protect its farmers from these busybodies. Without legislative intervention, North Carolinians stand to lose one-sixth of our economy. The agriculture industry is the backbone of North Carolina, but radical, poorly thought-out policies could b...[+417 chars] 2025-03-04T20:56:00 Transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities and/or persons closely associated Mar. 4, 2025 20:56 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6051463 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Royal Unibrew A/S made a transaction related to shares in Royal Uniwerd on March 4, 2025. Mikkel Madvig received conditional shares as part of incentive program. The transaction was conducted outside of trading venue. The price and volume were DKK 0 177. "COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT NO 9/2025 - March 4, 2025 Royal Unibrew A/S hereby makes public pursuant to article 19(3) of regulation (EU) no. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council on market a...[+1299 chars]" 2025-03-04T20:48:24 gategroup publishes its annual ESG Report https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/gategroup-publishes-its-annual-esg-report/2067252 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/05/557316.png PH en gategroup, the leader in airline catering and hospitality, has published their third annual ESG report. This report outlines the group's ambitions on sustainability in its business and describes the progress it achieved throughout 2024. The company fully embedded the fundamental principles and targets it set for itself into key areas of the business. gategroup, the leader in airline catering and hospitality, has published their annual ESG report. This report outlines the group's ambitions on sustainability in its business and describes the progres...[+3171 chars] 2025-03-04T19:36:03 Ecopetrol options imply 4.3% move in share price post-earnings Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/ecopetrol-options-imply-4-3-move-in-share-price-post-earnings-1034440010 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Pre-earnings options volume in Ecopetrol is normal with calls leading puts 19:4. Implied volatility suggests the market is anticipating a move near 4.3%, or 40c, after results are released. Median move over the past eight quarters is 2.7%. Pre-earnings options volume in Ecopetrol (EC) is normal with calls leading puts 19:4. Implied volatility suggests the market is anticipating a move near 4.3%, or 40c, after results are released. Media...[+388 chars] 2025-03-04T19:20:21 Trump's election has changed the world of climate finance as Australian bank quits net zero alliance https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-05/macquarie-exists-net-zero-banking-alliance/104946242 https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/04589a108ecdec75c5ce227fc9af7664?impolicy=wcms_watermark_news&cropH=1080&cropW=1920&xPos=0&yPos=0&width=862&height=485&imformat=generic AU en Macquarie Bank is the first Australian bank to pull out of a global initiative supporting banks to reach net zero. Republican politicians have been on a warpath against companies that factor climate change into their business decisions and future plans. Net zero goals are just one branch of Enviromental, Social and Governance policies. In the wake of Donald Trump's election, Macquarie Bank has become the first Australian bank to pull out of a global initiative supporting banks to reach net zero, but the reasons are more complicated ...[+9250 chars] 2025-03-04T19:15:00 Notification of transactions by Primary Insiders and Close Associates Mar. 4, 2025 19:15 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6051320 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act, as stated in the attached document.    “Norsksektor.com’s” website is a registered company. "This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 the Norwegian Securities Trading Act Attachment" 2025-03-04T19:12:44 Sadiq Khan accused of 'astounding complacency' in net zero mission Noah Vickers https://ca.news.yahoo.com/sadiq-khan-accused-astounding-complacency-191244152.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/evening_standard_239/b862ad32e39e3d196ca54679ccc1c959 US en Zack Polanski, the Green Party's deputy leader, accused Sir Sadiq Khan of showing 'an astounding level of complacency' by not setting interim targets for his mission to achieve net zero in London by 2030. Mete Coban, the deputy mayor for the environment, insisted there are'many mechanisms' by which City Hall can be held to account as it strives to slash carbon emissions across the capital. "Sir Sadiq Khan was accused on Tuesday of showing 'an astounding level of complacency' by failing to set 'interim targets' for his mission to achieve net zero in London by 2030. Zack Polanski, the Gree...[+3379 chars]" 2025-03-04T19:09:46 "BlackRock Announces It Will Begin Internal Review Of DEI Policies, But Says It Is Committed To ""Our Connected And Inclusive Culture""" John F. Trent https://fandompulse.substack.com/p/blackrock-announces-it-will-begin https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F61545488-6440-4aba-8bd3-d620e690b912_1731x778.png US en The financial management firm BlackRock is making changes to its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policies due to'significant changes to the U.S. legal and policy environment related to DEI. Larry Fink, the CEO of BlackRock has been criticized for using his firm's financial power to spread the immoral ideology of DEI throughout corporate America and elsewhere. Financial management firm BlackRock announced it will being an internal review of the company's DEI policies and is making changes to a number of its policies due to 'significant changes to the U.S. L...[+6554 chars] 2025-03-04T19:00:00 Australian Labor Party still ‘a stubborn outlier' as oil giant BP joins the counter revolution against climate change dogma Nick Cater https://www.skynews.com.au/insights-and-analysis/australian-labor-party-still-a-stubborn-outlier-as-oil-giant-bp-joins-the-counter-revolution-against-climate-change-dogma/news-story/529cbceb226994fb3dca1ab3cb3612c0 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/2c515914c7120147e0903056c48df06c AU en In 1997, the head of BP wanted to turn his global oil conglomerate into an environmentally responsible, future-forward leader in the clean green energy space. BP was rebadged as Beyond Petroleum in the early 2000s and its logo was changed from a reassuring green and yellow shield to a sort of green, flowery thing. The company cut back on the maintenance and replacement of ageing infrastructure that might have prevented a series of disastrous accidents. Last week BP announced it was abandoning its clean energy targets for 2030. President Donald Trump's 'drill baby, drill' message had finally hit home. February 2025 will go down in history as the month the tyranny of ESG came crashing down. "In 1997, the head of BP hatched a plan to turn his global oil conglomerate into an environmentally responsible, future-forward leader in the clean green energy space. John Browne was proclaimed as an ...[+7496 chars]" 2025-03-04T18:31:48 Italy's MAIRE to list sustainable technology business when market values it at $2.1 billion, CEO says Alberto Chiumento https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/italys-maire-list-sustainable-technology-business-when-market-values-it-21-2025-03-04 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en MAIRE will list its sustainable technology business when the market values it at 2 billion euros. The NEXTCHEM business was valued at 1.4 billion euros in its sale of an 8% stake for about 110 million euros on Monday. MAIRE closed 2024 with a net profit of 212.4 million euros, a record high for the company. March 4 (Reuters) - Italian engineering company MAIRE will list its sustainable technology business when the market values it at 2 billion euros ($2.11 billion), its Chief Executive said on Tuesday af...[+987 chars] 2025-03-04T18:30:00 Gallagher reveals govt to drop plans for new requirement for contracts, grants https://www.mandurahmail.com.au/story/8907951/gender-equality-targets-stalled-in-government-contracts https://www.mandurahmail.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/pMXRnDj3SUU44AkPpn97sC/7b1684c5-aa12-432c-8728-320f56d5ee27.jpg/r0_425_6000_3575_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Businesses with 500 or more employees must commit to improving gender equality in their workplaces in order to win government work in March 2024, according to Senator Gallagher's proposal. The Workplace Gender Equality reporting framework will be used to make it a rule that businesses with 500 employees or more must improve gender equality. """We'll use the Workplace Gender Equality reporting framework to make it a rule that, in order to win government work, businesses with 500 or more employees must commit to targets to improve gender equ...[+65 chars]" 2025-03-04T18:26:05 US firm that commissioned Fearless Girl statue quietly ends diversity policies Lauren Aratani https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/04/state-street-diversity-fearless-girl https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/ef09a3c7038091a979e6d62be663601f14ff0b57/0_317_5517_3311/master/5517.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=4c96fd706cdf43135b361bb053629c62 GB en State Street has changed its diversity policy. It no longer requires companies in its index funds to have a board with at least 30% female directors. It does not require companies to disclose the gender, racial and ethnic composition of their board to State Street. Since Trump's election, McDonald's, Target, Meta and Amazon have publicly announced they are dropping diversity goals. The investment firm State Street, the company that commissioned the Fearless Girl statue that once faced down the Wall Street Charging Bull sculpture and became a symbol of gender diversity in the wor...[+3518 chars] 2025-03-04T18:09:34 Elliott confirms nomination of seven directors at Phillips 66, ratcheting up pressure https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/elliott-nominates-seven-directors-at-phillips-66-ratcheting-up-pressure-reuters/ar-AA1Af6MU US en Elliott Management has nominated seven directors to the board of Phillips 66. The board will shrink to 12 after the company's annual meeting in May. The activist hedge fund has accumulated an additional $2.5B stake in Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX). Elliott Management said Tuesday it has nominated seven directors to the Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX) board, laying the groundwork to push for changes that include spinning off or selling its midstream busin...[+903 chars] 2025-03-04T18:01:06 EVgo price target lowered to $5 from $7 at TD Cowen Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/evgo-price-target-lowered-to-5-from-7-at-td-cowen-1034439848 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en TD Cowen lowered the firm's price target on EVgo to $5 from $7 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. TipRanks' Stock Screener is the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. "TD Cowen lowered the firm's price target on EVgo (EVGO) to $5 from $7 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. Discover the Best Stocks and Maximize Your Portfolio: See what stocks are receiving Strong B...[+251 chars]" 2025-03-04T17:14:34 Elliott nominates 7 directors at Phillips 66, ratchets up pressure Svea Herbst-Bayliss https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exclusive-elliott-nominates-7-directors-170354003.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/4f6f26c698b5f718e33b337d11859063 US en Elliott Investment Management has nominated seven directors to Phillips 66's board. The activist investment firm last month disclosed a $2.5 billion stake in the oil refiner. The company's share price has fallen 13% in the last 52 weeks. The board currently has 14 members but will shrink to 12 after the company's annual meeting in May. "By Svea Herbst-Bayliss NEW YORK (Reuters) - Elliott Investment Management nominated seven directors to Phillips 66's (PSX) board, laying the groundwork to push for changes that include spinning off or...[+3275 chars]" 2025-03-04T17:11:07 NatWest Group downgraded to Neutral from Outperform at Exane BNP Paribas Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/natwest-group-downgraded-to-neutral-from-outperform-at-exane-bnp-paribas-1034439713 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Guy Stebbings downgraded NatWest Group to Neutral from Outperform with a 555 GBp price target. TipRanks' Stock Screener shows you what stocks are receiving Strong Buy ratings from top-rated analysts and how to find investment opportunities. "Exane BNP Paribas analyst Guy Stebbings downgraded NatWest Group (NWG) to Neutral from Outperform with a 555 GBp price target Discover the Best Stocks and Maximize Your Portfolio: See what stocks are ...[+269 chars]" 2025-03-04T17:06:47 Sodexo - Monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights on February 28, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sodexo-monthly-disclosure-on-share-capital-and-voting-rights-on-february-28-2025/2067180 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/05/557225.png PH en Issy-les-Moulineaux, March 4, 2025, is the date of the monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights. Sodexo was founded in Marseille in 1966 by Pierre Bellon and is the global leader in sustainable food and valued experiences. The Group stands out for its independence and its founding family shareholding. "Issy-les-Moulineaux, March 4, 2025 Monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights Pursuant to Article L.233-8-II of the French Commercial Code and Article 223-16 of the General Regulation of th...[+1275 chars]" 2025-03-04T17:06:43 Coface SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 28 February 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/coface-sa-disclosure-of-total-number-of-voting-rights-and-number-of-shares-in-the-capital-as-at-28-february2025/2067175 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/05/557221.png PH en The total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 28 February 2025 is 17.45, excluding the shares owned by Coexave SA's shareholders. Paris is on 4 March 2025 - 17 March 2025. Coxave SA has a market value of €1.45 billion. "COFACE SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 28 February 2025 Paris, 4 March 2025 - 17.45 (2) excluding own shares Attachment" 2025-03-04T17:00:00 Kalmar publishes its 2024 annual report and financial statements Mar. 4, 2025 17:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6051187 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/NTU3N2ZhNzMtZmJkYS00Mjc5LThlNDctYzE1YWUzZDgyM2M3LTEyOTc1MTc=/tiny/Kalmar-Finland-Oy.png TW en Kalmar's annual report and financial statements for the financial year 1 January–31 December 2024 have been published in English and Finnish. The Annual Report 2024 includes the financial statements, the Board of Directors' report, the corporate governance statement and the remuneration report. The Sustainability Statement has been compiled according to the Corporate Sustainable Reporting Directive (CSRD). Ernst & Young Oy has provided an independent auditor's reasonable assurance report on Kalmar's consolidated financial statements. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Mar. 4, 2025 17:00 KALMAR CORPORATION, STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE, 4 MARCH 2025 AT 11:00 AM (EET) Kalmar publishes its 2024 annual report and financia...[+2368 chars]" 2025-03-04T16:51:09 Wells Fargo, Truist, and Bank of America Scale Back DEI Editorial Staff https://wbt.com/1291379/wells-fargo-truist-and-bank-of-america-scale-back-dei https://wbt.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/84/2025/03/1741106626186.jpg US en Wells Fargo & Co. and Truist Financial Corp. have reduced references to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in their corporate filings. Bank of America has also changed its DEI language and replaced 'diversity' with 'opportunity' in its filings. "Source: Jeff Greenberg / Getty Wells Fargo & Co. and Truist Financial Corp. have joined a growing number of financial institutions reducing references to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in thei...[+1120 chars]" 2025-03-04T16:45:00 Coface SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 28 February 2025 Coface SA https://finance.yahoo.com/news/coface-sa-disclosure-total-number-164500846.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Y1.6r8u9f.aosjuVjAOWJw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD01NDI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/76b63bf978b88258ce423dcd975a732f US en The documents posted by COFACE SA have been secured and authenticated with the blockchain technology by Wiztrust. Coface SA is a société anonyme (joint-stock corporation) incorporated under the laws of France. Its share capital amounts to €300,359,584 divided into 150,179,792 shares, all of the same class. "COFACE SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 28 February 2025 Paris, 4 March 2025 – 17.45 Total Number of Shares Capital Theoretical Number of Votin...[+1202 chars]" 2025-03-04T16:43:41 U.S.-Africa Energy Partnership Strengthens as AEC Teams Up with Stryk Global Diplomacy Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3285581-us-africa-energy-partnership-strengthens-as-aec-teams-up-with-stryk-global-diplomacy https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/04_03_2025_22_08_43_2154456.webp?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has announced a strategic collaboration with international consulting firm Stryk Global Diplomacy (SGD) to enhance oil and gas engagement between the United States and Africa. This alliance comes at a critical time when Africa's energy sector faces challenges, including restricted financing due to stringent Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policies and mounting climate-related opposition. AEC and SGD are advocating for U.S. firms and investors to play a larger role in supporting Africa'senergy industry. The African Energy Chamber (AEC), the leading advocate for Africa's energy sector, has announced a strategic collaboration with international consulting firm Stryk Global Diplomacy (SGD) to enhance oi...[+5014 chars] 2025-03-04T16:00:00 Laurentian Bank Files Management Proxy Circular Français Laurentian Bank https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/laurentian-bank-files-management-proxy-circular-834152792.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2632796/Laurentian_Bank_of_Canada_Laurentian_Bank_Files_Management_Proxy.jpg?p=twitter CA en Laurentian Bank (TSX: LB) is pleased to announce the publication of its notice of annual meeting of common shareholders and its management proxy circular to its common shareholders. The document is available on the Bank's website. Shareholders can attend the annual meeting live through the LUMI platform accessible at https://meetings.lumiconnect.com/. MONTREAL, March 4, 2025 /CNW/ - Laurentian Bank (TSX: LB) is pleased to announce the publication of its notice of annual meeting of common shareholders and its management proxy circular to its common ...[+1746 chars] 2025-03-04T15:48:00 Palliser Capital Responds to Rio Tinto's Decision to Allow Australian Shareholders to Vote on Merits of Unification at Limited AGM Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/palliser-capital-responds-rio-tinto-154800965.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/6a08661e9dd4d1b7e02961f22564ce92 US en Palliser Capital's co-filed resolution was not included on the AGM agenda for Rio Tinto Plc (LSE: RIO). The Board has now amended its AGM notices, originally posted on 19 February 2025, to include the unification-related resolution at the Limited AGM. Palliser believes unification would improve corporate governance. "LONDON, March 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Palliser Capital (""Palliser"") today reacts to the decision by Rio Tinto's Board to allow the shareholders of Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO) to vote on its co-fil...[+2569 chars]" 2025-03-04T15:40:45 Companies face greater public scrutiny of tax transparency https://www.nbr.co.nz/business/companies-face-greater-public-scrutiny-of-tax-transparency https://d2xgqyuql1olth.cloudfront.net/assets/Uploads/2024-03/Dean-MadsenEY_May_4360.jpeg NZ en Companies wanting to reduce their tax bill have been warned not to do anything that might upset the public. There is an increasing pressure on companies to be more transparent around tax. The push for greater transparency is driven by New Zealand's tax leader Dean Madsen. "Companies wanting to reduce their tax bill have been warned not to do anything that might upset the public. EY New Zealand's tax leader Dean Madsen said there was increasing pressure on companies to b...[+95 chars]" 2025-03-04T15:32:26 Irish business leaders lacking confidence in how to manage new technologies Niall Kitson https://www.techcentral.ie/irish-business-leaders-lacking-confidence-in-how-to-manage-new-technologies-survey https://www.techcentral.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Tom_OBrien_Forvis-Mazars.jpg IE en Fovis Mazars C-suite Survey finds organisations less likely to have AI strategy than international peers. Forvis Mazars employs more than 950 staff across offices in Dublin, Galway, Cork and Limerick and surveyed 1,706 business leaders from more than 35 countries. "Fovis Mazars C-suite Survey finds organisations less likely to have AI strategy than international peers Pro Tom O'Brien, Forvis Mazars A global survey of C-suite executives has found that while there...[+3086 chars]" 2025-03-04T15:32:20 Exclusive — Zeldin: EPA Working with DOJ, FBI on NGO Corruption After Eight Groups Tied to ‘Gold Bars' Scheme Sean Moran https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/03/04/exclusive-zeldin-epa-working-with-doj-fbi-on-ngo-corruption-after-eight-groups-tied-to-gold-bars-scheme https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/03/am-lz-2-640x335.png US en The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin wants to reestablish more oversight of the climate change groups' spending. He wants to have the ability to sit before Congress and have answers for every question he is asked. The Justice Department and the FBI have been 'as motivated as I have' "Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin Zeldin The EPA Administrator at the time likened it to 'throwing gold bars off the Titanic,' saying that it was a 'rush job with reduced ...[+1709 chars]" 2025-03-04T15:07:52 What If Generative AI Could Help Save The Environment? Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/What_If_Generative_AI_Could_Help_Save_The_Environment https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/[] US en As AI revolutionizes industries, concerns about its significant environmental footprint prompt a critical examination of sustainable practices as it develops, says the World Resources Institute (WRI). WRI is concerned about the impact of artificial intelligence on the environment. WRI wants to know more about its development. As generative AI revolutionizes industries, concerns about its significant environmental footprint prompt a critical examination of sustainable practices as it develops. 2025-03-04T14:51:49 FG tasks stakeholders on attainment of SDGs Joshua Bassey https://businessday.ng/news/article/fg-tasks-stakeholders-on-attainment-of-sdgs https://cdn.businessday.ng/2020/06/SDG.png NG en Only 17% of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have been achieved five years to the 2030 agenda for the SDGs. World leaders adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015 during the 70th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Lagos State has been a driving force in achieving the SDG targets. "… As report shows only 17% achieved 5yrs to 2030 Agenda Five years to the 2030 agenda for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a report shows that only 17 percent of its targets have been achieve...[+2758 chars]" 2025-03-04T14:49:58 Economics Minister wants to push industrial location Nachrichten https://www.krone.at/3713354 https://imgl.krone.at/scaled/3713308/ved26dc/og_image.jpg AT en voestalpine CEO Herbert Eibensteiner is pleased with the government's commitment to industry. He wants to see the introduction of a tax-free employee bonus and the reduction of non-wage labor costs. Hattmannsdorfer announced that the three energy laws will be implemented promptly by summer 2025. "The Linz-based steel group ""as a leading company in our country and in Europe"" is representative of the prosperity in our country, he said, citing a change in mindset. voestalpine CEO Herbert Eibenste...[+938 chars]" 2025-03-04T14:45:00 BlackRock drops DEI goals, citing US policy shift Candace Hathaway https://www.theblaze.com/news/blackrock-drops-dei-goals-citing-us-policy-shift https://www.theblaze.com/media-library/blackrock-drops-dei-goals-citing-us-policy-shift.jpg?id=56630676&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C85%2C0%2C86 US en "The world's largest asset manager, BlackRock, has dropped its diversity, equity and inclusion goals. The company will not renew its ""aspirational workforce representation"" targets, and it will merge the existing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion staff into a Talent and Culture team." "BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, announced in a Friday memo that it dropped its diversity, equity, and inclusion goals, citing a shift in policy under President Donald Trump. A company-wi...[+2598 chars]" 2025-03-04T14:43:30 Trump's energy secretary pushed legal attack on green investing Sasha Chavkin https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/trump-s-energy-secretary-pushed-legal-attack-on-green-investing-fa1dca6f9f282c8e0d0d04578bbe9a1f7b67885a https://grist.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/chris-wright-energy-sec.jpg?quality=75&strip=all FR en Chris Wright was confirmed as Secretary of Energy. He was CEO of fracking company Liberty Energy in 2023 when the company and about two dozen states sued the agency to overturn the rule. The fossil fuel industry and its allies have launched a multipronged assault against sustainable investing, suing asset managers and pension funds. "This story is published in partnership with The Examination, a news organization that investigates global health threats. Sign up to subscribe to The Examination's newsletter. Say you're an American w...[+1789 chars]" 2025-03-04T14:43:12 Activist funds ramp up pressure for shareholder returns in Korea Mit 테크놀로지 리뷰 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/009/0005453003 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/009/2025/03/04/0005453003_001_20250304144312015.png?type=w800 KR en Activist funds in South Korea are ramping up pressure on companies to boost shareholder returns. In 2024, shareholder returns were the most frequently proposed agenda item by Korean activist funds with 20 cases. Other key demands included executive dismissals, changes in compensation structures, board control, director appointments, and support for third-party activism. "With South Korea's annual general meeting (AGM) season approaching, activist funds are ramping up pressure on companies to boost shareholder returns. According to Kiwoom Securities on Monday, sharehol...[+1768 chars]" 2025-03-04T14:30:00 Notice on Public Offering of Green Bonds of Liven AS Mar. 4, 2025 14:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6051000 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Liven AS has announced a public offering of Liven's II series green bonds under the existing bond programme (Programme) for retail and institutional investors in Estonia. The subscription period for the bonds starts on 4 March 2025 at 10:00 and ends on 13 March 25 at 16:00. The bonds are registered in Nasdaq CSD SE under ISIN code EE0000000354. Liven has the right to increase the volume of the Offering up to 7,000 bonds and cancel the volume not subscribed. Liven AS (register code 12619609, address Telliskivi tn 60/5, 10412, Tallinn, Estonia; hereinafter Liven) hereby announces a public offering of Liven's II series green bonds under the existing bond pr...[+5150 chars] 2025-03-04T14:22:41 Royal Caribbean's 'Perfecta Program' aims for 20% profit growth https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/royal-caribbean-s-perfecta-program-aims-for-20-profit-growth/ar-AA1Ae9R4 US en Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) has introduced new goals for the next three years. Its Perfecta Program targets 20% compound annual growth rate in adjusted earnings compared to 2024 and return on invested capital in the high teens. The company will launch four new ships, including the fourth Icon class ship and private destinations in Nassau, Bahamas, and Cozumel, Mexico. After achieving its 'Trifecta Program' goals 18 months ahead of schedule, Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) has introduced new goals for the next three years designed to 'drive continued superior performance...[+861 chars] 2025-03-04T14:16:11 Cascale Updates Higg Index Tool To Further Align With Industry Regulatory Requirements https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/government-regulations-fd83f560e9d74f4826d02914ac6c5e98 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Cascale has updated the Higg Brand and Retail Module (Higg BRM) to better align with evolving sustainability regulation. The update covers up to 78% of European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) data points and adds 36 new optional questions to ensure more complete disclosures. The Higg Index suite of tools is exclusively available on Worldly. AMSTERDAM, HONG KONG, and OAKLAND, Calif., March 4, 2025 /3BL/ - Cascale has updated the Higg Brand and Retail Module (Higg BRM), a cornerstone of the Higg Index suite of tools, to better align with e...[+3460 chars] 2025-03-04T14:15:00 EU eases emissions rules on petrol cars to help industry 欧盟放宽汽油车排放规定以促进行业发展 英国 金融时报 https://ftchinese.com/interactive/195201/ce CN en Brussels will ease new emissions rules for combustion engine cars, allowing the embattled auto industry to avoid fines following a slower-than-expected transition to electric vehicles. Fines for failing to meet CO₂ targets will only be levied in 2027. "商业快报 关注 Fines for failing to meet CO₂ targets will only be levied in 2027 in recognition of slow EV take-up 鉴于电动汽车普及速度缓慢，欧盟决定2027年才对未达到二氧化碳排放目标的车企征收罚款。 英国《金融时报》 稻垣加奈 ， 安迪•邦兹 Brussels will ease new emi...[+328 chars]" 2025-03-04T14:05:36 New Assent Sustainability Platform Reduces Supplier Burden; Shows 92% Time Savings Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/new-assent-sustainability-platform-reduces-supplier-burden-shows-92-time-savings https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250304258091r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en The Assent Sustainability Platform revolutionizes the way suppliers engage with their customers. The platform is designed to share data and declarations, improve data coverage, and reduce the supplier labor burden. For a platform demonstration, join the virtual event today at 10 AM ET or register to watch on-demand later. "Article content This represents a major step in Assent's mission to transform supply chain sustainability, as the company continues to innovate and develop its market-leading supply chain sustainabili...[+2849 chars]" 2025-03-04T14:05:36 New Assent Sustainability Platform Reduces Supplier Burden; Shows 92% Time Savings SUNshine Girl Keri https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/new-assent-sustainability-platform-reduces-supplier-burden-shows-92-time-savings https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250304258091r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Assent Inc. has launched its Assent Sustainability Platform to streamline the sharing of critical compliance reporting and declarations across business partners. Suppliers can proactively submit declarations five times faster than the current standard and save 92% time overall. The platform is a major step in Assent's mission to transform supply chain sustainability. "Breadcrumb Trail Links Article content Suppliers can proactively submit declarations five times faster than the current standard as Assent unveils major advancement in supply chain sustainability WASH...[+3600 chars]" 2025-03-04T14:05:36 New Assent Sustainability Platform Reduces Supplier Burden; Shows 92% Time Savings Business Wire https://www.thewhig.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/new-assent-sustainability-platform-reduces-supplier-burden-shows-92-time-savings https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250304258091r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Assent Inc. has launched its Assent Sustainability Platform (ASP) to facilitate and streamline sharing of critical compliance reporting and declarations across business partners. Suppliers can proactively submit declarations five times faster than the current standard, with a 92% time savings overall. "Article content Suppliers can proactively submit declarations five times faster than the current standard as Assent unveils major advancement in supply chain sustainability WASHINGTON — Assent Inc., t...[+479 chars]" 2025-03-04T13:55:44 Tetra Pak earns recognition for transparency on climate change The Eagle Online https://theeagleonline.com.ng/tetra-pak-earns-recognition-for-transparency-on-climate-change https://theeagleonline.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Tetra-Pak.jpg NG en Tetra Pak has been recognised for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by the Carbon Disclosure Project. CDP assesses data from over 22,000 companies, ranking them on their transparency, tangible action and environmental leadership. Tetra Pak achieved an 'A' score for the fourth time in five years. Tetra Pak has been recognised for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by global environmental non-profit organisation, Carbon Disclosure Project, securing a place on...[+3832 chars] 2025-03-04T13:54:41 New Assent Sustainability Platform Reduces Supplier Burden; Shows 92% Time Savings Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/new-assent-sustainability-platform-reduces-supplier-burden-shows-92-time-savings/article_2d5f448c-0e61-5380-ba41-178d3d6e7b6c.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/01/50102f6f-7a66-511e-8d95-7695f6a8334b/67c70933afa24.image.jpg?crop=1000%2C525%2C0%2C72 US en Assent Inc. has launched its Assent Sustainability Platform (ASP) to facilitate and streamline sharing of critical compliance reporting and declarations across business partners to reduce labor and errors and improve supplier relations. Early access results from users who piloted the platform showed suppliers are proactively submitting declarations five times faster than a request-driven standard. "WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 4, 2025-- Assent Inc., the leader in supply chain sustainability solutions, has launched its Assent Sustainability Platform (ASP) to facilitate and streamline sharing ...[+336 chars]" 2025-03-04T13:35:01 Question raised with Powys County Council over Gaza investment Powys County Council https://www.countytimes.co.uk/news/24980293.question-raised-powys-county-council-gaza-investment https://www.countytimes.co.uk/resources/images/19157993.jpg?type=og-image GB en Michael Brown wants Powys County Council to make sure that its pension fund investments do not benefit companies linked to potential war crimes in Gaza. Cllr Peter Lewis is the chairman of the Pensions and Investments committee. The committee is currently reviewing its investment beliefs and strategies that inform its Responsible Investment Policy. "POWYS County Council has been asked to ensure that it is not investing in companies that could be linked to potential war crimes in Gaza. At a council meeting on Thursday, March 6, the question will b...[+2626 chars]" 2025-03-04T13:33:34 ESGL Holdings Limited Announces Signing of Definitive Share Purchase Agreement with De Tomaso ... ESGL Holdings Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/esgl-holdings-limited-announces-signing-of-definitive-share-purchase-agreement-with-de-tomaso/article_ac8a6acb-4040-5841-9702-a9779a2ad52a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ESGL Holdings Limited and De Tomaso Automobili Holdings Limited have signed a definitive share purchase agreement. ESGL will acquire the entire share capital of De Tomasi Automobli in exchange for the issuance of newly issued ordinary shares of ESGL, subject to certain closing conditions. SINGAPORE, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ESGL Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: ESGL) ('ESGL' or the 'Company'), a leading carbon-neutral, innovative enviro-tech company regenerating spent industrial che...[+609 chars] 2025-03-04T13:21:32 Oxbridge / SurancePlus Announces Two RWA Tokenized Reinsurance Offerings for its 2025 - 2026 Season: Targeting Returns of 20% and 42% https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/04/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/oxbridge-suranceplus-announces-two-rwa-tokenized-reinsurance-offerings-for-its-2025-2026-season-targeting-returns-of-20-and-42/2066858 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/04/556839.png PH en Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited and its subsidiary SurancePlus have launched their 2025 tokenized reinsurance offerings. Investors will receive 3.5% APY on their invested funds until contracts go live on June 1, 2025. Investors can choose their preferred risk-return profile. "GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: OXBR ) (""Oxbridge Re') , together with its subsidiary SurancePlus , is engaged in the tokenizatio...[+4208 chars]" 2025-03-04T13:03:12 New Book, Sustainable Success: How Businesses Win as a Force for Good, Demonstrates How to ... Sphera Solutions https://www.enidnews.com/region/new-book-sustainable-success-how-businesses-win-as-a-force-for-good-demonstrates-how-to/article_ea6fc35d-00e6-54f4-b795-5e05587913be.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Paul Marushka is CEO and founder of Sustainable Success. He believes that businesses that approach sustainability with a balanced, thoughtful strategy are best positioned for long-term success. The book Sustainable Success: How Businesses Win as a Force for Good reinforces that sustainability is a strategic necessity that fuels growth. "Chicago, IL, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Paul Marushka, CEO and founder of As regulations shift, political landscapes evolve and market dynamics fluctuate, businesses that approach sustainabili...[+4786 chars]" 2025-03-04T13:01:13 EllisDon Releases its 2024 Impact Report Addressing Vital Environment, Social and Governance Matters Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/ellisdon-releases-its-2024-impact-report-addressing-vital-environment-social-and-governance-matters https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ellisdon-releases-its-2024-impact-report-addressing-vital-en.png CA en The Impact Report highlights key areas of focus across the company and outlines a roadmap with actionable steps to meet its objectives. The report was driven by EllisDon's culture of transparency and its core values of Freedom & Trust, Complete Openness, Mutual Accountability, Integrity & Mutal Respect, and Entrepreneurial Enthusiasm. "Article content The Impact Report highlights key areas of focus across the company, showcasing proactive steps and achievements, while also identifying areas where more attention is needed. The report...[+525 chars]" 2025-03-04T13:01:13 EllisDon Releases its 2024 Impact Report Addressing Vital Environment, Social and Governance Matters Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/ellisdon-releases-its-2024-impact-report-addressing-vital-environment-social-and-governance-matters https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ellisdon-releases-its-2024-impact-report-addressing-vital-en.png CA en EllisDon Corporation has published the third edition of its Impact Report. The report highlights the company's mission to address environmental, social, and governance issues that not only impact the company but all the communities in which they work. The creation of the Impact Report was driven by EllisDon's culture of transparency and led by its core values. Published Mar 04, 2025 • 1 minute read EllisDon Corporation has published the third edition of its Impact Report -- a comprehensive annual report highlighting EllisDon's mission to address important e...[+1947 chars] 2025-03-04T12:59:44 Compliance Group Inc elevates to Siemens Gold Partnership Status, Strengthening Leadership in Digital Transformation Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/compliance-group-inc-elevates-to-siemens-gold-partnership-status-strengthening-leadership-in-digital-transformation/article_988d379c-0919-5471-b528-fb0203e12eeb.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Compliance Group Inc (CG) has been promoted to Gold Partner status with Siemens Digital Industries Software. CG is committed to delivering cutting-edge digital transformation and compliance solutions for life sciences and regulated industries. CG will continue to develop its digital transformation solutions for these industries. Compliance Group Inc (CG) proudly announces its promotion to Gold Partner status with Siemens Digital Industries Software, marking a significant step forward in its commitment to delivering cutting-ed...[+94 chars] 2025-03-04T12:38:31 Everest Group (NYSE:EG) jumps 4.5% this week, though earnings growth is still tracking behind five-year shareholder returns Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/everest-group-nyse-eg-jumps-123831176.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/a74a8505404280d40aadac9e1fbee3a2 US en Everest Group, Ltd. (NYSE:EG) has a share price rise of 52% over five years, which is below the market return. The last year has been disappointing, with the stock price down 3.1% in that time. Long-term shareholders have made money, with a gain of 11% per year over half a decade. If you buy and hold a stock for many years, you'd hope to be making a profit. But more than that, you probably want to see it rise more than the market average. But Everest Group, Ltd. (NYSE:EG) has f...[+4026 chars] 2025-03-04T12:32:53 Cerro de Pasco Resources Receives TSXV Conditional Listing Approval Cerro de Pasco Resources https://www.eagletribune.com/region/cerro-de-pasco-resources-receives-tsxv-conditional-listing-approval/article_8f3b284c-cef9-5471-b7cc-748f50c89494.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Cerro de Pasco Resources Inc. has received conditional approval from TSX Venture Exchange for the listing of its common shares on the TSXV. Once final approval is received, the Shares will be delisted from the Canadian Securities Exchange. The Shares will continue to trade under the ticker symbol CDPR. MONTRÉAL, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerro de Pasco Resources Inc. (CSE: CDPR) (OTCQB: GPPRF) (FRA: N8HP) ('CDPR' or the 'Corporation') is pleased to announce that it has received conditional ...[+891 chars] 2025-03-04T12:32:51 Digihost Technology Changes Name to Digi Power X Inc. Digihost Technology Inc. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/digihost-technology-changes-name-to-digi-power-x-inc/article_4890cb14-50b4-5021-afd3-c0aa7a9d739c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Digihost Technology Inc. files a notice of name change to 'Digi Power X Inc.' with the TSX Venture Exchange. The name change is effective at the start of trading on March 6, 2025. The company will trade on the Exchange under the new symbol 'DGX' and continue to trade on Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol DGHI. MIAMI, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digihost Technology Inc. ('Digihost' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq / TSXV: DGHI), an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge data cent...[+740 chars] 2025-03-04T12:20:25 Key skills needed in modern boards Dr Newton Demba https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/key-skills-needed-in-modern-boards https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/04/Page-3-Biz-Board-1.jpg ZW en The board of directors plays a critical role in ensuring the strategic direction, governance and sustainability of an organisation. Board must possess a diverse array of competencies to effectively fulfil these responsibilities. The lack of these competencies can lead to negative outcomes, from financial losses to reputational damage. IN today's fast-evolving and increasingly complex business landscape, the board of directors plays a critical role in ensuring the strategic direction, governance and sustainability of an organisation...[+9810 chars] 2025-03-04T12:12:45 As Trump's ESG rollback derails green investments, Europe must take lead Nicole Phinopoulou https://www.financialmirror.com/2025/03/04/as-trumps-esg-rollback-derails-green-investments-europe-must-take-lead https://www.financialmirror.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ESG.jpg CY en Trump administration's climate change policies threaten to disrupt the momentum of green investments and the implementation of environmental, social and governance (ESG) frameworks. Some major U.S. banks, such as JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup and Goldman Sachs, have started to scale back their commitments to ESG. The European Union has long been a champion of sustainable finance, embedding ESG principles into its regulatory framework and pushing for a transition to a low-carbon economy. "By Nicole Phinopoulou While the world grapples with the urgent need for a sustainable future, the policies of the Trump administration threaten to disrupt the momentum of green investments and the imp...[+4733 chars]" 2025-03-04T12:04:56 Sociedad Quimica Y Minera De Chile SA (XSGO:SQM-B) Q4 2024 Earnings Report Preview: What To Look For Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sociedad-quimica-y-minera-chile-120456745.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/711ede6b927e87d6efd330f87eb1423c US en Sociedad Quimica Y Minera De Chile SA (XSGO:SQM-B) is set to release its Q4 2024 earnings on Mar 5, 2025. The consensus estimate for the revenue is $935.39 billion and the earnings are expected to be $560.85 per share. The full year 2024's revenue is expected to come in at $4,255.51 billion. The actual revenue was $1,246.84 billion, which missed analysts' revenue expectations by -9.98%. The actual earnings were $437.28 per share, which was -44.58% below the expected $788.99 per share Sociedad Quimica Y Minera De Chile SA (XSGO:SQM-B) is set to release its Q4 2024 earnings on Mar 5, 2025. The consensus estimate for Q4 2024 revenue is $935.39 billion, and the earnings are expected t...[+2760 chars] 2025-03-04T12:03:00 Balancing Growth and Sustainability: The Road to Responsible Sourcing TNN https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/spotlight/balancing-growth-and-sustainability-the-road-to-responsible-sourcing/articleshow/118704571.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-118704758,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-1083597,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Sustainable procurement in emerging economies such as India is accompanied by cost and operation barriers. The largest barrier is the initial cost of green certification and sustainable sources, which can cost 20-30% higher than conventional procurement. Technology is the key to enabling Indian businesses to be transparent. Sustainability must be considered in conjunction with other factors such as cost efficiency and flexibility of the supply chain. "At a time when sustainability is rearing its head as a number one priority issue from all sectors, Indian business organizations are also looking forward to finding an equilibrium between business gro...[+5119 chars]" 2025-03-04T12:00:55 EVgo Inc. Reports Record Fourth Quarter 2024 Results Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/evgo-inc-reports-record-fourth-quarter-2024-results/article_814425db-b0eb-5068-affc-bfcbc97ae670.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en EVgo Inc. announced results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. Management will host a webcast today at 8 a.m. ET to discuss EVgo's results and other business highlights and will be available to the general public on the Internet. EVgo Inc. (Nasdaq: EVGO) ('EVgo' or the 'Company') today announced results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. Management will host a webcast today at 8 a.m. ET / 5 a.m. PT to discuss EVgo...[+41 chars] 2025-03-04T11:57:22 Task Force on Climate Related Finanical Disclosures (TCFD) Bericht 2023/24 (EN TCFD 2023 24) (Aurubis AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/Task_Force_on_Climate_Related_Finanical_Disclosures_TCFD_Ber https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/[] US en "Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Report 2023/24 is published. It assesses two scenarios: a 1.5°C scenario (SSP 1: ""Taking the green road"") and a 2°C one." )Task Force on Climate- Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Report 2023/24☰ @ h iIntroductionGovernanceStrategyRisk ManagementMetrics and TargetsIntroductionClimate change is a profound global challe...[+243 chars] 2025-03-04T11:30:10 Former President Mary Robinson to receive National Award Oisín Bradley https://www.mayonews.ie/news/local-news/1744234/former-president-mary-robinson-to-receive-national-award.html https://www.mayonews.ie/resizer/1200/700/true/2024_07_09/1._Mary_Robinson_introducing_Project_Dandelion_at_last_week_s_Mary_Robinson_Climate_and_Nature_Conference_in_Ballina._Photo_Michael_McLaughlin-1720538434409.jpg--former_president_mary_robinson_to_receive_national_award.jpg?1720538435305 IE en Mayo woman and former President Mary Robinson is in line to receive an award at the 2025 ESG Awards. The ceremony will take place in the Mansion House, Dublin on April 10. The Ballina woman will receive the award for her advocacy for climate change and human rights during her many years in the public eye. "Mayo woman and former President Mary Robinson is in line to receive an award at the 2025 ESG Awards. The ceremony, which will take place in the Mansion House, Dublin on April 10, will honour the forme...[+791 chars]" 2025-03-04T11:03:10 Expand Energy (NASDAQ:EXE) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.575 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/expand-energy-nasdaq-exe-pay-110310968.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/da713992716ec87035eff27f58858a3e US en Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:EXE) will pay a dividend of $0.575 per share on the 27th of March. The dividend yield is 2.5%, which is below the average for the industry. The company is unprofitable despite paying a dividend, and it is paying out 7,097% of its free cash flow. Since 2021, the dividend has gone from $1.38 total annually to $2.44, growing its distributions at 15% per annum. Simply Wall St would be a touch cautious of relying on this stock for the dividend income. The board of Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:EXE) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.575 per share on the 27th of March. This payment means the dividend yield will be 2.5%, which is bel...[+3462 chars] 2025-03-04T11:00:26 Opinion: Censorious 'greenwashing' amendment put a chill on public discourse Special to National Post https://nationalpost.com/opinion/censorious-greenwashing-amendment-put-a-chill-on-public-discourse https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nationalpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1485406824.jpg CA en On April 30, 2024, a late stage amendment was introduced to the omnibus Bill C-59. It introduced restrictions on the ability of businesses operating in Canada to communicate their environmental goals. The amendment was passed under the pretext of protecting consumers from false or misleading environmental claims, especially from the oil and gas industry. In practice it has resulted in the silencing of business and non-profits from dozens of sectors. "Article content On April 30, 2024, a late stage amendment was introduced to the omnibus Bill C-59. Known as the 'greenwashing amendment,' it introduced Orwellian restrictions on the ability of busines...[+418 chars]" 2025-03-04T10:31:16 Emirates NBD becomes the first bank in the MENA region to publish an independent ISSB report aligned with IFRS S1 and S2 https://www.albawaba.com/business/pr/emirates-nbd-becomes-first-bank-mena-1600836 https://www.albawaba.com/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2025-03/Emirates%20NBD%20Head%20Office%201.png?itok=8R_Rmq87 JO en Emirates NBD has published its first independent ISSB report for the year ended 31 December 2024. The report includes assurance of financed emissions and sustainability-related financial disclosures and climate-related disclosures for the Group and all its subsidiaries. In June 2023, the International Sustainability Standards Board had published its inaugural standards IFRS S1 and IF RS S2. Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, has set a new benchmark by leading the way in transparency and accountability with the publication of...[+3162 chars] 2025-03-04T10:24:40 Bernard Looney breaks silence since BP exit with new role at AI start-up Guy Taylor Transport Reporter https://www.business-live.co.uk/technology/bernard-looney-breaks-silence-bp-31124534 https://i2-prod.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/article28285151.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_Former-BP-boss-Bernard-Looney-committed-serious-misconduct-the-company-found-Aaron-ChownPA.jpg GB en Bernard Looney has been appointed chairman of ExpertAI, a sustainability-focused AI startup based in London. The company is geared towards helping small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) lower emissions by facilitating easier access to local green suppliers and subsidies. It's Looney's second venture into the AI industry since leaving BP. He joined Prometeus Hyperscale's board in the US last November. "Nearly 18 months after his controversial exit from oil giant BP, former chief executive Bernard Looney has been appointed chairman of ExpertAI, a sustainability-focused AI startup based in London. The...[+2245 chars]" 2025-03-04T10:23:00 Ensurge Micropower ASA - Employee Share Purchase Plan Ensurge Micropower ASA https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/ensurge-micropower-asa-employee-share-102300633.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/FUpGH6Qa3DKRB7FGb9qpXw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/adbfb6570c8804040f24d6adfacb998e US en Ensurge Micropower ASA has resolved to issue 2,733,844 ordinary shares at an average subscription price of NOK 0.9138 per share to employees and contractors who participate in the Company's 2024 Employee Share Purchase Plan. Lars Eikeland, CEO and CFO, acquired 970,571 ordinary shares under the ESPP. "Ensurge Micropower ASA (the ""Company"") has on 4 March 2025 resolved to issue 2,733,844 ordinary shares at an average subscription price of NOK 0.9138 per share to employees and contractors (""Participa...[+4123 chars]" 2025-03-04T10:18:16 The Guardian partners with B Lab UK to showcase brands across B Corp month GNM press office https://www.theguardian.com/gnm-press-office/2025/mar/04/the-guardian-partners-with-b-lab-uk-to-showcase-brands-across-b-corp-month https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/62130130152e90527d904e030cbb8bb9a7aa6700/0_10_600_360/master/600.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=f7c59a5416992493be8fd064a31b9b9f GB en This March, the Guardian and B Lab UK will join forces to mark B Corp Month with a daily advertising takeover on the Guardian homepage to promote a range of B Corps. The businesses promoted will include Tilda, the first UK rice company to be B Corp certified, renewable energy experts Good Energy, mobile network provider giffgaff, food and beverage company Danone UK and Ireland and electric vehicle charging provider Zest. This March, the Guardian and B Lab UK, the non-profit behind the UK B Corp movement, will join forces to mark B Corp Month, with a daily advertising takeover on the Guardian homepage to promote a rang...[+3382 chars] 2025-03-04T10:02:59 Y Intercept Hong Kong Ltd Invests $391,000 in Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF (NYSEARCA:XYLD) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/03/04/y-intercept-hong-kong-ltd-invests-391000-in-global-x-sp-500-covered-call-etf-nysearcaxyld.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/global-x-sp-500-covered-call-etf-logo-1200x675.png?v=20210909090824&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Y Intercept Hong Kong Ltd acquired a new position in shares of Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF (NYSEARCA:XYLD) in the fourth quarter. The firm acquired 9,320 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $391,000. Copley Financial Group Inc. bought a new stake in the company in the third quarter. Fifth Third Bancorp grew its holdings in Global X s&p 500 covered call ETF by 182.2% in the 4th quarter. Heck Capital Advisors LLC acquired a $198,000 position in the firm's shares. Y Intercept Hong Kong Ltd acquired a new position in shares of Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF (NYSEARCA:XYLD ) in the fourth quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The firm acquired 9,320 shares of the...[+1937 chars] 2025-03-04T09:56:45 Thai Industry Ministry official speaks at Norwegian Chamber event on sustainable business Gregers Møller https://scandasia.com/thai-industry-ministry-official-speaks-at-norwegian-chamber-event-on-sustainable-business https://scandasia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/astrid-helle.jpeg TH en Mr. Pongpol Yodmuangcharoen delivered a keynote speech at the 'Brand Norway in Thailand – Norwegian Sustainability Business Ethics' roundtable discussion hosted at Amari Bangkok Hotel by the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce. The event aimed to foster business opportunities and inspire sustainable business practices by showcasing successful case studies from Norwegian companies. Mr. Pongpol Yodmuangcharoen, Secretary to the Minister of Industry and the ministry's spokesperson delivered on 28 February 2025 a keynote speech at the 'Brand Norway in Thailand – Norwegian Sustainab...[+2107 chars] 2025-03-04T09:51:57 Former BP boss Looney joins climate focussed AI start-up Guy Taylor https://www.cityam.com/former-bp-boss-looney-joins-climate-focussed-ai-start-up https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Looney.jpeg GB en Bernard Looney has been appointed chairman of ExpertAI. ExpertAI aims to reduce small and medium-sized businesses' emissions by improving access to local green suppliers and subsidies. Looney was dismissed from BP over'serious misconduct' in failing to disclose past relationships with colleagues. He will work closely with chief executive Dr Anand Verma to advance the company's expansion in the UK. "Former BP chief executive Bernard Looney has been appointed chairman of a sustainability-focussed AI start-up nearly a year and a half after his scandalous departure from the oil major. London-headqua...[+2202 chars]" 2025-03-04T09:50:35 State Street (STT) Drops Gender Diversity Targets amid DEI Opposition Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/state-street-stt-drops-gender-diversity-targets-amid-dei-opposition-1034436902 https://blog.tipranks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-116.png?utm_source=markets.businessinsider.com&utm_medium=referral US en State Street has revised its gender diversity targets for company boards. BlackRock and Vanguard have also adjusted their diversity guidelines. STT stock has a Moderate Buy consensus rating based on eight Buys and six Sells assigned in the last three months. At $114.46, the average State Street stock price target implies 18% upside potential. Asset management firm State Street (STT) has revised its gender diversity targets for company boards amid growing opposition to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in corporate America....[+1843 chars] 2025-03-04T09:47:03 GELA spotlights young pioneers for their contributions to global sustainable development China Daily https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/GELA_spotlights_young_pioneers_for_their_contributions_to_gl https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/[] US en "The Global ESG Leadership Association (GELA) announced that the 2025 Global Sustainability Youth Leaders ""30 Under 30"" and ""25 Under 25"" will be chosen from the 30 Under 30 and 25 Under 25 categories. GELA is dedicated to building an ecosystem in sustainability and mobilizing global youth." The Global ESG Leadership Association (GELA) , dedicated to building a diverse ecosystem in sustainability and mobilizing global youth to drive sustainable innovation, announced that the 2025 Global S...[+70 chars] 2025-03-04T09:29:00 Notice to attend the Annual General Meeting of Skanska AB (publ) PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/notice-attend-annual-general-meeting-092900034.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/d29fbe47144b929b8e4432dfd65f5002 US en Annual General Meeting of Skanska AB (publ) will be held on April 7, 2025 at 10.00 am CEST at Sergel Hub, Sveavägen 10A, Stockholm, Sweden. The presentations by the Board of Directors and the CEO will be available on the Company's website. Shareholders will have the opportunity to exercise their voting rights by postal voting prior to the Meeting. "STOCKHOLM, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Shareholders in Skanska AB (publ), Reg. No 556000-4615 (the ""Company""), are hereby given notice of the Annual General Meeting (the ""Meeting"") to be held on Mon...[+48494 chars]" 2025-03-04T09:00:00 Kalmar publishes its 2024 annual report and financial statements Kalmar Corporation https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/kalmar-publishes-2024-annual-report-090000373.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/ztbhH_0UyrXRrJ.pKxSXhQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zMzc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/888d1b4eda59b95776ca5be8e2d2a704 US en Kalmar's annual report and financial statements for the financial year 1 January-31 December 2024 have been published in English and Finnish. The Annual Report 2024 includes the financial statements, the Board of Directors' report, the corporate governance statement and the remuneration report. The Sustainability Statement has been compiled according to the Corporate Sustaining Reporting Directive (CSRD). Ernst & Young Oy has provided an independent auditor's reasonable assurance report on Kalmar's ESEF consolidated financial statements. "KALMAR CORPORATION, STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE, 4 MARCH 2025 AT 11:00 AM (EET) Kalmar publishes its 2024 annual report and financial statements Kalmar's annual report 2024 and financial statements for the...[+2431 chars]" 2025-03-04T08:05:00 Audit norms becoming stringent across Asia: Grant Thornton Executives Mohit Bhalla https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/audit-norms-becoming-stringent-across-asia-grant-thornton-executives/articleshow/118698020.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118698089,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-91174,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Audit norms are being beefed up across the Asian region. Regulators in major economies are imposing greater controls to ensure investor confidence in their listed companies. In Korea, rules that took effect in 2019 allowed regulators to directly designate auditors of companies in select circumstances. In China and Japan, regulators are taking steps to ensure auditors and companies work to increase disclosures. "Audit norms are being beefed up across the Asian region with regulators in major economies imposing greater controls to ensure investor confidence in their listed companies, as per Grant Thornton's (G...[+7089 chars]" 2025-03-04T08:01:00 Fastly Research Reveals 93% of Organizations Working to Reduce CISO Liability Risk Business Wire https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/fastly-research-reveals-93-organizations-080100880.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/23d37e47acb136ee8a004c4c377138a4 US en 93% of organizations made policy changes to address concerns about increased personal liability for CISOs. 41% increased CISO participation in strategic decisions at the board level and 38% improved legal support for cybersecurity staff. CISO Marshall Erwin questions whether these steps go far enough to protect organizations and their cybersecurity personnel. "Increasing CISO involvement in strategic decisions at the board level and improving legal support for cybersecurity staff among the corporate policy changes SAN FRANCISCO, March 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WI...[+5194 chars]" 2025-03-04T07:45:19 ECSA welcomes the European Commission's Clean Industrial Deal https://www.naftemporiki.gr/english/1928771/ecsa-welcomes-the-european-commissions-clean-industrial-deal https://www.naftemporiki.gr/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/shutterstock_1504873844.jpg GR en The agreement provides for measures to strengthen every stage of production in the maritime sectors, while focusing on the clean technology sector. The European Community Shipowners' Associations pointed out that national revenue collection mechanisms from the ETS can support the goals towards the decarbonization of shipping. ECSA also added that for the competitiveness of European industry, it is crucial to implement the Commission's commitment to reduce the reporting tax by at least 25% for all companies and at least 35%. "The agreement provides for measures to strengthen every stage of production in the maritime sectors, while focusing on the clean technology sector which is at the heart of future competitiveness. 'Sec...[+1701 chars]" 2025-03-04T07:22:00 Veolia Adds a Major Strategic Ally: CriteriaCaixa to Acquire a 5% Stake in the Company Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/veolia-adds-major-strategic-ally-072200752.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/d9zQ6WOAaJbfWs4o9pF4dQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00ODk-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/88d6d6a2bbeb00671d688915428fc8ea US en CriteriaCaixa, la Caixa Foundation's investment company, will buy a 5% stake in Veolia Environnement as part of a stable shareholding and governance agreement. The investment is based on the values promoted by Veolia and its global approach to managing its activities and its relations with its employees, partners and stakeholders. "PARIS, March 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Veolia (Paris:VIE) and CriteriaCaixa, la Caixa Foundation's investment company, announce that CriteriaCaixa will enter into the capital of Veol...[+4348 chars]" 2025-03-04T07:00:00 Shell plc announces changes to the Executive Committee Globe Newswire https://www.stcatharinesstandard.ca/globenewswire/shell-plc-announces-changes-to-the-executive-committee/article_18581d53-f0d4-53f0-9601-efac88023a19.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/stcatharinesstandard.ca/content/tncms/custom/image/7bb1336c-fbf7-11ed-83b5-abdade2690cb.png?resize=600%2C600 CA en Shell plc announces changes to the Executive Committee and leadership structure in line with its strategy to deliver more value with less emissions. London, March 4, 2025. Shell plc announced further changes to its Executive Committee today. Shell announces further changes in its leadership structure today. "Shell plc announces changes to the Executive Committee London, March 4, 2025 − In line with its ongoing transformation, Shell announces further changes to its Executive Committee and leadership struct...[+70 chars]" 2025-03-04T06:42:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 3: Lim Wee Kiak on building climate resilience CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-3-lim-wee-kiak-building-climate-resilience-4975291 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--3AZH7UC9--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/03/04/1741080135-image.jpg?itok=4kzKF7mL SG en MP Lim Wee Kiak raised the questions in parliament on Tuesday (Mar 4) about how Singapore can stay competitive and manage the adverse impact of climate change. He noted that the road to building a strong commitment to climate change is a long and winding one. How can Singapore stay competitive amidst global pressures to decarbonise while also managing the adverse impact of climate change? How will the government support businesses in this area? MP Lim Wee ...[+167 chars] 2025-03-04T06:35:40 Notice on Public Offering of Green Bonds of Liven AS https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/04/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/notice-on-public-offering-of-green-bonds-of-liven-as/2066538 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/04/556289.png PH en Liven AS (register code 12619609, address Telliskivi tn 60/5, 10412, Tallinn, Estonia) announces a public offering of Liven's II series green bonds under the existing bond programme (Programme) (hereinafter the Offering). The Offering is conducted on the basis of the base prospectus approved by the Estonian Financial Supervision Authority (FSA) on 6 May 2024 and the prospectus supplement no 1 approved on 3 March 2025. The subscription period for the bonds will start on 4 March 2025 at 10:00 and will end on 13 March 2025, at 16:00. Liven has the right to cancel "Liven AS (register code 12619609, address Telliskivi tn 60/5, 10412, Tallinn, Estonia; hereinafter Liven ) hereby announces a public offering of Liven's II series green bonds under the existing bond p...[+4731 chars]" 2025-03-04T06:35:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 3: Razwana Begum Abdul Rahim on a climate resilient future CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-3-razwana-begum-abdul-rahim-climate-resilient-future-4975271 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--yrAnza6S--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/03/04/1741075939-image.jpg?itok=v71a7cNP SG en The Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) is working with businesses and industry to align their practices with climate resilience goals. NMP Razwana Begum Abdul Rahim raised these questions in parliament on Tuesday (Mar 4). She noted that as a densely populated island-nation with limited resources, strategic urban planning and promoting sustainable practices are key to an effective climate change strategy. How does the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) plan to work with businesses and industry to align their practices with climate resilience goals, and what support is available to hel...[+490 chars] 2025-03-04T06:20:54 United Capital Proposes N9bn Final Dividend To Shareholders Leadership News https://leadership.ng/united-capital-proposes-n9bn-final-dividend-to-shareholders https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/United-Capital.png NG en United Capital Plc proposed a final total dividend of N9 billion, 50 kobo per share to its shareholders for the year ended December 31, 2024. The company in its audited results released on the Nigerian Exchange yesterday showed an impressive full year, 2024 performance. United Capital reported gross earnings of N43.43 billion, slightly down from N45.90 billion in the full year 2023. Total expenses declined by 46 per cent to N15.96 billion, compared to N29.28 billion in 2023, profit before tax grew by 74 per cent, profit after tax rose by 111 per cent and shareholders' funds increased by 47 per cent. "United Capital Plc has proposed a final total dividend of N9 billion, representing 50 kobo per share to its shareholders for the year ended December 31, 2024. The company in its audited results releas...[+2524 chars]" 2025-03-04T06:20:31 SECP mandates book-entry shares for newly incorporated unlisted firms News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/03/04/secp-mandates-book-entry-shares-for-newly-incorporated-unlisted-firms https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/IMG1049Applications-Forms-of-SECP-Pakistan-696x438-696x438.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has directed all newly incorporated unlisted companies to issue shares only in book-entry form. Failure to comply with the regulations will result in penal action as per Section 510(2) of the Companies Act, 2017. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has directed that all newly incorporated unlisted companies must issue shares only in book-entry form, eliminating the option of maintaining p...[+996 chars] 2025-03-04T06:19:13 MVGX and World Free Zones Organization Partner to Advance Sustainability in Free Zones Worldwide Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/04/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/mvgx-and-world-free-zones-organization-partner-to-advance-sustainability-in-free-zones-worldwide/2066535 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/04/556283.jpg PH en MVGX and World Free Zones Organization (WFZO) have signed a partnership agreement in Dubai. They aim to provide Free Zoned with the necessary tools and guidance to achieve internationally recognized sustainability certifications. The agreement is a step towards integrating carbon markets within Free Zoning. The signing ceremony in Dubai signals a major push towards sustainable transformation, as Free Zones worldwide move to align with global environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards and futur...[+3911 chars] 2025-03-04T06:17:00 EU seeks to grant carmakers ‘breathing space' on CO2 emission targets Reuters https://www.timeslive.co.za/motoring/news/2025-03-04-eu-seeks-to-grant-carmakers-breathing-space-on-co2-emission-targets https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/BC12zPpjE9xDq7KVvl9l6QbCL3hwpKmPwBWSkVrWgNvyhKmompXU3uACa5GuXZezfU_W2QSuUl4lguZLznwerKUKTYUxJzbR5nST=s1000 ZA en European Commission agrees to give carmakers three years to meet new CO2 emission targets for their cars and vans. EU significantly lowered its cap on automotive carbon dioxide emissions this year. The ultimate goal is for zero emissions in 2035. European carmakers have been hit by falling demand and factory closures and are bracing for US tariffs. "The European Commission yielded to pressure from European carmakers on Monday by giving them three years, rather than only one, to meet new CO2 emission targets for their cars and vans. The EU signifi...[+1288 chars]" 2025-03-04T06:15:10 Lasaco Assurance Lists Additional 9.25bn Shares On NGX Leadership News https://leadership.ng/lasaco-assurance-lists-additional-9-25bn-shares-on-ngx https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/NGX-jpg.webp NG en Lasaco Assurance Plc has successfully listed an additional 9.25billion ordinary shares of 50 kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The listing follows the completion of a private placement exercise conducted by the company. The shares were listed on Thursday, 23 January 2025. The total issued and fully paid-up share capital has increased from 1,833,585,855 to 11,083,585,.855 ordinary shares, each with a nominal value of 50kobo. "Lasaco Assurance Plc has successfully listed an additional 9.25billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The listing follows the comple...[+1163 chars]" 2025-03-04T06:08:43 Elon Musk targets Oscars' diversity standards: ‘The nominations should be solely based on merit, not…' Entertainment Desk https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/hollywood/elon-musk-targets-oscars-diversity-standards-the-nominations-should-be-solely-based-on-merit-not-9867257 https://images.indianexpress.com/2025/03/download.jpg IN en The 97th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby theatre in Los Angeles. Elon Musk has criticised the representation and inclusion standards set by the Academy for nominations at the Oscars. The rules dictate the films to include members of underrepresented groups. The set of regulations have sparked controversy many times since its inception. Billionaire Elon Musk has voiced his criticism for the representation and inclusion standards set by the Academy for nominations at the Oscars. The 97th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby theatre ...[+1504 chars] 2025-03-04T05:54:43 SPX prioritizes women in leadership https://www.fbcnews.com.fj/news/spx-prioritizes-women-in-leadership https://www.fbcnews.com.fj/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/1-6.png FJ en Fiji's market performs slightly better than some regions, but there is a need for greater female representation on boards. South Pacific Stock Exchange Chairperson, Nitin Gandhi, urges business leaders to take meaningful action in advancing gender equality. SPX will publish a directory of women in board and senior executive roles at listed companies to increase visibility. "South Pacific Stock Exchange Chairperson, Nitin Gandhi While the Fijian market performs slightly better than some regions and aligns with the global average, there is a need for greater female represe...[+1422 chars]" 2025-03-04T05:32:00 Higher executive pay is not a silver bullet for UK competitiveness Paul Arathoon https://www.cityam.com/higher-executive-pay-is-not-a-silver-bullet-for-uk-competitiveness https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Money-1.jpg GB en Some of the FTSE 100's largest companies, such as British American Tobacco and Compass Group, are enhancing their chief executive pay packages to look more like US CEO arrangements. Paul Arathoon says increasing executive pay may be a step towards retaining talent and boosting competitiveness, but it is not a silver bullet for the challenges facing the UK's financial markets. Whilst competitive pay is undoubtedly a factor in attracting and retaining talent, it is rarely the sole, or even a major, determinant of a company's decision to list in a particular market, says Paul...[+4416 chars] 2025-03-04T05:30:00 Why ASX corporate governance principles need a shake-up Mark Rigotti https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/why-asx-corporate-governance-principles-need-a-shake-up-20250304-p5lgow https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.3544%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_670%2C$y_278/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/73d3b19eda41aaea3cf6f0e2da23f39ba587aa82 AU en The collapse of HIH highlighted the need for robust board oversight. The ASX Corporate Governance Council was established in 2002 to restore investor and government confidence in how publicly listed companies were run. Australia has an enviable reputation for strong corporate governance and this reputation reflects the nation's willingness to adapt and strengthen governance. "Australia has an enviable reputation for strong corporate governance. This reputation reflects the nation's willingness to adapt and strengthen governance where necessary. The collapse of HIH highligh...[+361 chars]" 2025-03-04T05:28:22 Putrajaya says won't force Muslims to save in Shariah-compliant EPF account rather than conventional, dividend rates same for both https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/03/04/putrajaya-says-wont-force-muslims-to-save-in-shariah-compliant-epf-account-rather-than-conventional-dividend-rates-same-for-both/168595 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/03/04/thumbs/400x400/263974.jpg MY en The government does not intend to make it mandatory for Muslim contributors to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) to contribute to Syariah savings automatically. However, it encourages them to do so through a series of incentives and explanations. The EPF announced a higher dividend rate of 6.30 percent for both conventional and Syriah savings for 2024. KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 — The government does not intend to make it mandatory for Muslim contributors to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) to contribute to Syariah savings automatically, said Prime Min...[+2325 chars] 2025-03-04T05:01:37 Ohio lawmaker wants to require companies to disclose chemicals used for fracking Erin Glynn https://news.yahoo.com/news/ohio-lawmaker-wants-require-companies-050137056.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/0VQfOjtPwnsgcSwuTDQ2Ww--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_enquirer_natl_articles_358/94788f53b542b6527a553dab1466dc70 US en Rep. Sean Brennan wants to require oil companies drilling in state parks to disclose the chemicals they're using. Fracking refers to hydraulic fracturing, the process of sending pressurized chemicals, water and sand into wells to extract oil and natural gas. Opponents of fracking are concerned about the process's effects on the environment and on public health. "An Ohio lawmaker wants to require oil companies drilling in state parks to disclose the chemicals they're using. Rep. Sean Brennan, D-Parma, introduced a bill to require the owners of oil and gas comp...[+1718 chars]" 2025-03-04T05:00:00 How to spot the next activist investor target Russ Mould https://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/investing/how-to-spot-the-next-activist-investor-target-and-profit https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/money/2025/03/03/TELEMMGLPICT000412241910_17410127886650_trans_NvBQzQNjv4BqpVlberWd9EgFPZtcLiMQf0Rf_Wk3V23H2268P_XkPxc.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Last week's strategy review offered by BP's chief executive, Murray Auchincloss, didn't please everyone. Some investors will be aghast that the FTSE 100 member is going to maintain oil and gas output through to 2030, rather than cut it. Others may argue that BP is not doing enough to focus on its current skill-sets and asset base. Elliott Investment Management has built a sizeable stake in BP and called for change. "Questor is The Telegraph's stockpicking column, helping you decode the markets and offering insights on where to invest for the past six decades. Last week's strategy review offered by Murray Auchincl...[+985 chars]" 2025-03-04T04:55:00 Scottish business body unveils chairman amid plea to ‘break down barriers to growth' Scott Reid https://www.scotsman.com/business/scottish-business-body-unveils-chairman-amid-plea-to-break-down-barriers-to-growth-5014465 https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjM5MzQxMjUyLTE3MDktNDNiMy1iYjBmLTAzYWUyY2NiMWY2ZjpiNTBjMGE0Mi1jOGVhLTQ4YmMtYjVkMy1jZTRmMGMxMTg1NzU=.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Martin Pibworth has been appointed as the new chair of CBI Scotland. He succeeds Jennifer Young of legal firm Ledingham Chalmers. He will work with the new CBI Scotland director, Michelle Ferguson, to tackle issues that are holding back firms' investment in Scotland. "'We'll be working together to tackle many of the issues that are holding back firms' investment' – Michelle Ferguson, CBI Scotland director Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you n...[+2459 chars]" 2025-03-04T04:22:39 EPF: Govt does not intend to compel Muslim to contribute to Syariah savings — PM Anwar Zukri https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/03/04/epf-govt-does-not-intend-to-compel-muslims-to-contribute-to-syariah-savings-pm-anwar https://themalaysianreserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1-kwsp.jpg MY en The government does not intend to make it mandatory for Muslim contributors to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) to contribute to Syariah savings automatically. However, it highly encourages them to do so through a series of incentives and explanations regarding these financial instruments. The EPF's achievement in announcing a higher dividend rate of 6.30 percent for both conventional and Syriah savings for 2024 was also hoped to encourage Muslims to switch to the latter. KUALA LUMPUR — The government does not intend to make it mandatory for Muslim contributors to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) to contribute to Syariah savings automatically, said Prime Minister Dat...[+1100 chars] 2025-03-04T04:18:41 Does ESG Create Real Value, or Is It Just Smart Marketing Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4160560/does-esg-create-real-value-or-is-it-just-smart-marketing.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en ESG remains a powerful investment factor despite criticism over transparency, costs and impact, according to the report.   . for more information, go to: http://www.esginvestor.org/en/investor-reports/ ESG remains a powerful investment factor despite criticism over transparency, costs, and impact. 2025-03-04T04:01:41 MTN commits to sustainability Lucas Ajanaku https://thenationonlineng.net/mtn-commits-to-sustainability https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/08181024/MTN-Nigeria.jpg NG en MTN Nigeria has been awarded a 'B-' in Climate Change and a 'C' in Water Security by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). The telco is committed to sustainability initiatives to create value for stakeholders through responsible environmental, social and governance practices/ solutions. "MTN Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to sustainability and addressing environmental challenges and commitment to transparency in managing climate and water-related risks. The telco gave the commi...[+1627 chars]" 2025-03-04T03:40:05 No plans to mandate Muslim EPF contributors into syariah scheme, Anwar says Amalia Azmi https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/03/1183403/no-plans-mandate-muslim-epf-contributors-syariah-scheme-anwar-says https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/02anwar040325sp_NSTfield_image_socialmedia.var_1741059600.jpg MY en The government has no plans to mandate Muslim EPF contributors to opt into the syariah-compliant savings scheme. Muslims are encouraged to do so following the recent announcement of a 6.3 per cent dividend for both conventional and Syariah compliant savings. As of December 2024, approximately 63 per cent of EPF's total investments were in the domestic market amounting to RM782 billion. "KUALA LUMPUR: The government has no plans to mandate Muslim Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributors to opt into the syariah-compliant savings scheme. However, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrah...[+1516 chars]" 2025-03-04T03:40:05 No plans to mandate Muslim EPF contributors into syariah scheme, says Anwar AMALIA AZMI https://www.nst.com.my/amp/news/nation/2025/03/1183403/no-plans-mandate-muslim-epf-contributors-syariah-scheme-says-anwar https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/DATUK_SERI_ANWAR_IBRAHIM_040325n01-1_1741059595.jpg MY en The government has no plans to mandate Muslim EPF contributors to opt into the syariah-compliant savings scheme. Muslims are encouraged to do so following the recent announcement of a 6.3 per cent dividend for both conventional and Syariah compliant savings. As of December 2024, approximately 63 per cent of EPF's total investments were in the domestic market amounting to RM782 billion. "KUALA LUMPUR: The government has no plans to mandate Muslim Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributors to opt into the syariah-compliant savings scheme. However, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrah...[+1516 chars]" 2025-03-04T03:14:30 THE JUDAS SHEEP ARE GETTING SHEEPISH Rafe Champion https://rafechampion.substack.com/p/the-judas-sheep-are-getting-sheepish https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:best,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Frafechampion.substack.com%2Ftwitter%2Fsubscribe-card.jpg%3Fv%3D-1553736950%26version%3D9 US en Jennifer Westacott was a member of the Business Council of Australia. The BCA is working with the Net Zero Economy Authority to ensure the transition to net zero by 2050. The transition to wind and solar power won't happen because there are wind droughts and there is no grid-scale storage. The meteorologists never bothered to mention that high pressure systems are associated with low wind speeds. "Many Australian big business leaders have been performed like 'judas sheep,' in recent years, leading the flock to the slaughterhouse. Too many leaders of industry groups and board members of corporat...[+3248 chars]" 2025-03-04T03:12:13 Australia's Gender Pay Gap: A Persistent Challenge Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3284420-australias-gender-pay-gap-a-persistent-challenge https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/11_03_2020_13_17_44_8184075.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en 72.2% of employers in Australia have a gender pay gap favoring men, while 21.3% are within the target range of 5%. The largest discrepancies were found in prominent firms such as Macquarie Group and Woodside, despite having female CEOs. Australia introduced legislation in 2023 mandating companies with over 100 employees to report gender pay gaps. Australia has seen a slight narrowing of its gender pay gap, yet women continue to earn nearly a fifth less than men, particularly in finance, mining, and construction sectors, according to a governme...[+547 chars] 2025-03-04T02:43:00 Breaking barriers and forging futures: The Janashakthi Group through the years https://www.ft.lk/financial-services/Breaking-barriers-and-forging-futures-The-Janashakthi-Group-through-the-years/42-773760 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_1ae13d90e6.jpg LK en Janashakthi Group (JXG) is a financial conglomerate with businesses in insurance, finance, leasing, and investment. It was founded by C.T.A. Schaffter 30 years ago as a modest life insurance company. JXG has recently received several honours, reflecting the Group's wholesome and thriving workspace. From its perch at Mireka Towers, the Janashakthi Group (JXG) operates with diligent self-possession and composure. Seated in the Group's boardroom, Group Chairman, Chandana De Silva, and Managing Dire...[+6977 chars] 2025-03-04T02:30:00 The 5 key actions to comply with SCEP Catherina Cunnane https://www.independent.ie/farming/beef/the-5-key-actions-to-comply-with-scep/a96564343.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/8eCatVUEHhg3Qq1J5P-Ugg1eOPg=/0x0:3238x2158/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/d3dca1d5-5108-45da-9967-79e62e4735af/ea906630-9c70-44b4-9623-c85593894bfc/d3dca1d5-5108-45da-9967-79e62e4735af.jpg IE en Farmers must complete five key actions to qualify for payment under the Suckler Carbon Efficiency Programme (SCEP) under the Carbon Emphasis Programme. . i in the SCEP, farmers must complete the following actions: Farmers must complete five key actions to qualify for payment under the Suckler Carbon Efficiency Programme (SCEP). 2025-03-04T02:03:07 Are Delegat Group Limited's (NZSE:DGL) Mixed Financials The Reason For Its Gloomy Performance on The Stock Market? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/delegat-group-limiteds-nzse-dgl-020307432.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/a2df42ed0a47d9732f3bf156a253b2f7 US en Delegat Group's (NZSE:DGL) stock has declined 9.4% over the past three months. The company's return on equity (ROE) is 1.9%, which is based on the trailing twelve months' profit of NZ$552m. The industry has grown its earnings at a rate of 13% in the last 5 years. Delegat is expected to keep paying out 31% of its profits over the next 3 years. It is hard to get excited after looking at Delegat Group's (NZSE:DGL) recent performance, when its stock has declined 9.4% over the past three months. We, however decided to study the company's financ...[+4771 chars] 2025-03-04T01:46:54 New to the Street Airs Show #630 on Fox Business Network Tonight at 10:30 PM PST Featuring Roadzen ($RDZN), BioVie ($BIVI), AtlasClear (ATCH), eXoZymes ($EXOZ), and EvolveHealthandLifestyle.com With Craig Bruce ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/new-to-the-street-airs-show-630-on-fox-business-network-tonight-at-10-30/article_9962c9a4-02c2-56bc-a0e1-df29dc843939.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/d/89/d894d922-71f9-50f2-973c-a27e471a7197/67c65c8ac51e0.image.jpg?crop=480%2C480%2C0%2C80&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Show #630 will air tonight on Fox Business Network at 10:30 PM PST. Show features exclusive interviews with executives from Roadzen Inc., BioVie Inc., AtlasClear, eXoZymes and EvolveHealthandLifestyle.com with Craig Bruce. "Also Featuring The Sustainable Green Team ($SGTM) with Shark Tank's Kevin Harrington Showcasing Their WaterLess Garden Product NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2025 / New to The Street, ...[+398 chars]" 2025-03-04T01:30:59 Newly-incorporated unlisted cos: SECP orders electronic shares issuance only Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40351161/newly-incorporated-unlisted-cos-secp-orders-electronic-shares-issuance-only https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/04040924bba3670.jpg?r=040946 PK en SECP has issued S.R.O.246(I)/2025 on Monday to notify a new procedure for newly incorporated unlisted companies. Unlisted companies, incorporated after March 03, 2025, shall only issue shares in book-entry form. Subscribers of the company must consent to the contractual arrangements with the Central Depository. "ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has directed all the newly-incorporated unlisted companies to issue shares only in book-entry form. The SECP Monday further instruc...[+1646 chars]" 2025-03-04T01:20:00 Capital A's sustainability strategy starts to pay off Juiceapac Web Development Team https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/253417/capital-a-s-sustainability-strategy-starts-to-pay-off https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/03/airasia.jpg MY en Capital A Berhad and its associate Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV) reported new highs in their sustainability scores according to the latest ratings released by regional exchanges and international assessment bodies in December 2024. At group level, Capital A's FTSE ESG ratings rose to 3.5 out of a maximum 5, up from 3.2 the previous year. AAV received its first internationally benchmarked score of 3.7 as the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) commences its transition from ranking the ESG performance of its listed entities using its own ratings. "Published on: Tuesday, March 04, 2025 Published on: Tue, Mar 04, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: SEPANG: Capital A Berhad and its associate Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV) reported new highs in...[+3073 chars]" 2025-03-04T01:03:37 Goldman Sachs Navigates Diversity Amid Legal Changes Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3284383-goldman-sachs-navigates-diversity-amid-legal-changes https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/11_07_2024_10_02_42_5316563.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en "Goldman Sachs has eliminated the section labeled ""diversity and inclusion"" from its annual filings to comply with U.S. legal requirements. CEO David Solomon reaffirmed the bank's commitment to diversity and inclusion at an industry event in Australia. He said the bank views diverse talent and meritocracy as complementary rather than opposing concepts." "Goldman Sachs has eliminated the section labeled ""diversity and inclusion"" from its annual filings to adhere to U.S. legal requirements. Despite this adjustment, the banking giant remains committed to...[+711 chars]" 2025-03-04T01:00:00 Annual General and Special Meeting of Securityholders Report of Voting Results McFarlane Lake Mining Limited https://finance.yahoo.com/news/annual-general-special-meeting-securityholders-010000672.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/d7ed0be44d9ffed73a1ffaff22f233bf US en Annual general and special meeting of the holders of common shares in the capital of the Corporation was held on March 3, 2025. Seven nominees were elected as directors and McGovern Hurley LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants, were appointed as auditors. The stock option plan was approved. "Pursuant to Section 11.3 of National Instrument 51-102 Continuous Disclosure Obligations (""NI 51-102"") TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2025 / This report is submitted for and on behalf of the...[+3511 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:03:40 Ireland Faces Potential Billions in EU Emissions Compliance Costs Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3284367-ireland-faces-potential-billions-in-eu-emissions-compliance-costs https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/06_06_2024_08_37_21_2911471.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Watchdogs warn Ireland of EU compliance costs ranging from 8 billion to 26 billion euros if it fails to implement emissions-cutting measures by 2030. The government can reduce these costs significantly if it follows through with its existing plans, potentially saving billions. Ireland remains behind its EU counterparts on per capita emissions reduction. "Ireland risks facing EU compliance costs ranging from 8 billion to 26 billion euros if it fails to implement emissions-cutting measures by 2030, warned fiscal and climate advisory bodies on Tuesday. A...[+435 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:03:37 Big banks abandoned a voluntary climate alliance. Now, critics are calling for new laws. Joseph Winters https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/big-banks-abandoned-a-voluntary-climate-alliance-now-critics-are-c166708bab6cefeb5e7dece2e4fd69bbbbea8fb8 https://grist.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/bull-new-york.jpg?quality=75&strip=all FR en Bank of America, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo left the Net Zero Banking Alliance between December and January in response to right-wing criticism of so-called ESG. Environmental advocates say voluntary initiatives have never been sufficient to drive the sector's decarbonization. "In the lead-up to Inauguration Day, all six of the United States' largest banks backed away from a United Nations-sponsored climate initiative amid attacks from conservative lawmakers and regulators. ...[+1791 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:01:36 Do companies really need to talk the climate talk, as long as they walk the walk? Rachael Orr https://www.businessgreen.com/opinion/4410270/companies-talk-climate-talk-long-walk-walk https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/14e1e74/2d5bb89c-e4d9-4223-ac6f-19e1dba90e80/7/Rachael-climate-outreach-head-shot-370x229.jpg GB en """We are still doing our ambitious work on sustainability and ESG. We just aren't talking about it as much."" In the last couple of months, I've spoken to a number of senior people in leading UK businesses about sustainability and sustainability issues. " """We are still doing our ambitious work on sustainability and ESG. We just aren't talking about it as much."" In the last couple of months, I've spoken to a number of senior people in leading UK busines...[+6 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:00:00 From Vision To Action: Practical Steps To Reach Net-Zero Advertising Srikanth Ramachandran https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/03/04/from-vision-to-action-practical-steps-to-reach-net-zero-advertising https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c5bd597b1fcadde1923795/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Srikanth Ramachandran is the Founder and Group CEO of Moving Walls Group, an adtech and enterprise SaaS leader for the OOH media industry. Srikanth believes the digital media industry needs to adopt sustainable practices to reduce its carbon footprint. "Srikanth Ramachandran is the Founder and Group CEO of Moving Walls Group, an adtech and enterprise SaaS leader for the OOH media industry. As the global climate crisis intensifies, the digital media i...[+5839 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:00:00 Shipowners and fuel suppliers call for EU Commission support for clean marine fuels--China Economic Net Paris Tsirigotis http://en.ce.cn/main/latest/202503/04/t20250304_39309224.shtml http://i.ce.cn/english/main/latest/202503/04/W020250304588435928834.jpg CN en The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform stressed the need to develop a European supply chain for clean marine fuels. COSCO Shipping Lines (Greece) announced the recertification of its Quality Management Systems and the receipt of the ISO 22301:2019 and EN ISO/IEC 27001:2023 certifications. "By Paris Tsirigotis The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform, which represents European shipowners and fuel suppliers, stressed in a statement the need to develop a European supply chain for clean marine fue...[+3082 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:00:00 SEBI New Nomination Rules: Digital Opt-Out, Flexible Changes & Faster Transfers For Demat & MF News18 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/SEBI_New_Nomination_Rules_Digital_OptOut_Flexible_Changes_Fa https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SEBI has streamlined the nomination process and allows investors to opt out online or offline. Changes will be implemented from March 2024 to September 2025, according to SEBI's plan.   . i in the changes will not take effect until September 2025. SEBI has streamlined the nomination process, allowing investors to opt out online or offline. Changes will be implemented from March 2024 to September 2025. 2025-03-04T00:00:00 UK Landlords Face Significant Challenges to Meet 2030 EPC Standards Get News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/UK_Landlords_Face_Significant_Challenges_to_Meet_2030_EPC_St https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Landlords in the UK are under increasing pressure to meet the government's minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating requirements, set to come into force by 2030. The government wants all rental properties to achieve a Band C EPC rating, so landlords will need to make significant changes. LONDON, UK - Landlords across the UK are facing increasing pressure to meet the government's minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating requirements, set to come into force by 2030. With the ...[+120 chars] 2025-03-04T00:00:00 Japan small-cap fund tops rivals with stocks few analysts cover Japan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/Japan_smallcap_fund_tops_rivals_with_stocks_few_analysts_cov https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The NicheJungle Japanese Orphan Companies SDG Fund has exited positions in 20 companies at a profit. Half of these firms were taken over since the fund's 2022 launch. The fund has invested in half of these companies since it was launched. The NicheJungle Japanese Orphan Companies SDG Fund has exited positions in 20 companies at a profit, with half of these firms taken over since the fund's 2022 launch. 2025-03-04T00:00:00 World Cement Association react to EU's bold 2040 emissions target World Cement https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/World_Cement_Association_react_to_EU_s_bold_2040_emissions_t https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Emir Adigüzel is the Founder of the World Cement Association and Executive Chairman of ACG International. He is commenting on the European Commission's renewed commitment to a 90% emissions reduction by 2040 and the European Union's proposal to reduce CO2 emissions by 90% by 2020. Emir Adigüzel, Founder of the World Cement Association and Executive Chairman of ACG International, provides a comment on the European Commission's renewed commitment to a 90% emissions reduction by 2...[+4 chars] 2025-03-04T00:00:00 Digital transformation: Leveraging technology for business growth Ernest De-Graft https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/Digital_transformation_Leveraging_technology_for_business_gr https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en CEOs must embrace technology-driven innovation to improve efficiency, enhance customer experience and drive sustainable growth in today's fast-evolving business landscape, says Ernest De-Graft, EGYIR Insight CEO.  Digital transformation is no longer optional, it's a competitive necessity. By Ernest De-Graft EGYIR Insight In today's fast-evolving business landscape, digital transformation is no longer optional—it is a competitive necessity. CEOs must lead their organizations in embracin...[+112 chars] 2025-03-04T00:00:00 Digihost Technology Changes Name to Digi Power X Inc. Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/Digihost_Technology_Changes_Name_to_Digi_Power_X_Inc_9 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Digihost Technology Inc. is an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge data. Digi Power X Inc. develops data technology. Digihost is traded on the Nasdaq and the TSXV.  DGHI. "MIAMI, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digihost Technology Inc. ('Digihost' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq / TSXV: DGHI), an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge data "" Di...[+17 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:00:00 EU Proposes Softening Net Zero CO2 Targets for New Cars The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/04/EU_Proposes_Softening_Net_Zero_CO2_Targets_for_New_Cars https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission proposed softening net zero carbon emission targets for new cars. EU targets required a 15 percent reduction in CO2 emissions for both cars and vans from 2021 levels. Starting on Jan. 1, the targets would be 15 percent lower for cars and 10 percent less for vans. The European Commission has proposed softening its net zero carbon emission targets for new cars. Starting on Jan. 1, European Union (EU) targets required a 15 percent reduction in CO2 emissions for b...[+35 chars] 2025-03-04T00:00:00 InvestNow Expands Low-Cost Foundation Series Funds Range With Three New Additions https://community.scoop.co.nz/2025/03/investnow-expands-low-cost-foundation-series-funds-range-with-three-new-additions https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1509/scoop_placeholder.jpg NZ en InvestNow has launched three new Foundation Series Funds within its Foundation Series range. The new releases are made up of two new international equity funds and a diversified fund. They are managed in-house by InvestNow and structured as PIE funds, which are taxed at a maximum rate of 28%. InvestNow launched the Foundation Series US 500 Fund and Foundation Series Total World Fund in 2022. "Press Release – InvestNow The new funds, which primarily invest into leading offshore ETFs, are made up of two new international equity funds and a diversified fund. InvestNow has today launched three...[+5220 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:00:00 EU gives carmakers more time to meet CO2 targets Qatar tribune https://www.qatar-tribune.com/article/165941/business/eu-gives-carmakers-more-time-to-meet-co2-targets https://www.qatar-tribune.com/theme_watanqataren/images/no-image.jpg QA en The European Union wants to give struggling carmakers more time to meet the 2025 emission reduction targets without facing fines. The EU has prioritized tackling climate change and agreed to phase out new sales of combustion engine vehicles by 2035. EU industry chief Stephane Sejourne welcomed the announcement. "Agencies Top European authorities want to provide the continent's struggling carmakers with 'breathing space' by granting them additional time to meet the 2025 emission reduction targets without facin...[+1020 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:00:00 Waste regulation change could cost council millions https://www.barnsleychronicle.com/article/31164/waste-regulation-change-could-cost-council-millions https://www.barnsleychronicle.com/storage/articles/March2025/a5b3ccdf-66a8-4b74-931b-b06a9509b12b.jpg GB en The Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham Waste Partnership is concerned about new government legislation for managing waste. New rules will require waste plants to pay for their carbon emissions under the UK's Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). The partnership manages the 340,000 tonnes of waste produced by the three boroughs each year on behalf of the local authorities. The current cost of emissions allowances is about £37 per tonne of waste, but experts predict it could rise to £150 by 2028. If these costs are passed down to the partnership, it could mean an extra £14m is accrued in charges. "NEW government legislation for managing waste could cost the council millions. The Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham (BDR) Waste Partnership - which manages the 340,000 tonnes of waste produced by the...[+1367 chars]" 2025-03-04T00:00:00 Mary Robinson to receive ESG Leader Award https://www.con-telegraph.ie/2025/03/04/mary-robinson-to-receive-esg-leader-award https://imengine.public.prod.cmg.infomaker.io/?uuid=e98b7205-bc9b-54ac-975e-b4ed79abb47e&function=cropresize&type=preview&source=false&q=75&crop_w=0.99999&crop_h=0.84428&width=1200&height=675&x=1.0E-5&y=0.02814 IE en Mary Robinson will be honoured with the prestigious ESG Leader Award at the Business & Finance ESG Awards on April 10 at the Round Room of the Mansion House, Dublin. She is recognised globally for her commitment to human rights, gender equality and climate action. She was Ireland's first female President and a former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. "Mary Robinson speaking at last year's Mary Robinson Climate and Nature Conference in Ballina. Photo: Michael McLaughlin THE Business & Finance ESG Awards, in partnership with Grant Thornton, have anno...[+2262 chars]" 2025-03-03T23:29:45 EU proposes greater flexibility for automakers in CO2 compliance Xinhua https://english.news.cn/20250303/1db8fbc4496a49d5be609179020b84c9/c.html CN en The European Commission proposes to give automakers more leeway in meeting their CO2 emissions targets over a three-year period instead of annually. The amendment requires approval from the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union. Automakers have been urging the EU to adopt a more flexible approach to emissions compliance. BRUSSELS, March 3 (Xinhua) -- The European Commission on Monday proposed allowing European automakers to meet their carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions targets over a three-year period instead of annually,...[+797 chars] 2025-03-03T23:00:36 MTN gains global recognition on climate change Justice Okamgba https://punchng.com/mtn-gains-global-recognition-on-climate-change https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/31093544/New-mtn-logo-800x630.jpg NG en MTN Nigeria has received a B- rating in Climate Change and C in Water Security from the Carbon Disclosure Project. MTN Nigeria said the ratings reflect its ongoing efforts to enhance non-financial disclosures and sustainability reporting, demonstrating accountability and progress in its environmental performance. "MTN Nigeria has received global recognition for its environmental sustainability efforts, earning a B- rating in Climate Change and C in Water Security from the Carbon Disclosure Project. The ratings,...[+1369 chars]" 2025-03-03T22:36:00 Form 8.3 - Assura Plc Mar. 3, 2025 22:36 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6050502 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/MGI5MWRjZjEtM2YwMi00YmQ5LWE3ZWQtYjNlYzE1NWFiNjgxLTEwMTQ3MDM=/tiny/Rathbones-Group-PLC.png TW en Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the 'Code') requires disclosure of interests and short positions in relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing. All interests and all short positions should be disclosed. Details of open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options) and agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions). "8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the 'Code') 1. KEY INFORMATION (a) Fu...[+5298 chars]" 2025-03-03T22:32:36 Ofgem boss admits energy watchdog cannot ensure all wood burned at Drax is sustainable - following reports it burned pellets from rare forests CLAIRE ELLICOT https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14457435/Ofgem-energy-wood-burned-Drax-sustainable-pellets-rare-forests.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/03/03/22/95800317-0-image-a-48_1741040000645.jpg GB en Jonathan Brearley, the chief executive of the energy regulator, admitted that it is not possible to ensure that every part of the controversial wood-burning power station supply chain was monitored. There are concerns about the biomass company's use of unsustainable wood. Last month, the BBC reported that Drax failed more than once to report that it had burned wood from primary forests. The company is required to report where it sources its wood and whether it is from natural, previously untouched forests. It paid a £25m penalty last year for misreporting this data following an investigation by Ofgem. Despite concerns, Energy Secretary Ed Miliband announced new taxpayer subsidies for the North Yorkshire plant. "The head of Ofgem has admitted that it cannot ensure Drax only uses sustainable wood following reports it burned pellets from rare forests. Jonathan Brearley, the chief executive of the energy regulat...[+3547 chars]" 2025-03-03T22:18:11 A.I.S. Resources Appoints Marc Enright-Morin Director and Changes Fiscal Year End Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/a-i-s-resources-appoints-marc-enright-morin-director-and-changes-fiscal-year-end https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM4ODI2MCM2Nzg4NzIzIzIxMzYyODU= CA en A.I.S. Resources Limited (TSXV: AIS, OTC- PINK: AISSF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Enright-Morin as the President and CEO of the Company on February 24, 2025. The Company also announces that it is changing its fiscal year-end from December 31 to March 31 to better align its financial statement and continuous disclosure requirements with those of its affiliates. "Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A.I.S. Resources Limited (TSXV: AIS, OTC- PINK: AISSF) ('AIS' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce appointment of Mar...[+740 chars]" 2025-03-03T22:00:00 Investors warn Rio Tinto executives to scrap billion-dollar issuance Peter Ker https://www.afr.com/companies/mining/investors-warn-rio-tinto-executives-to-scrap-billion-dollar-issuance-20250303-p5lgkn https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.6958%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_333%2C$y_31/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/4a9b0fadcc1e91afa69e8348513ffe6991f0a5d7 AU en Investors want Rio Tinto to abandon plans for a multi-billion dollar share issuance and instead borrow more. Rio's chief executive Jakob Stausholm said in February that serious consideration was given to a share issuance on the ASX side of the company's dual-company structure to boost liquidity. "Rio Tinto investors have told executives that they should abandon plans for a multi-billion dollar share issuance and instead borrow more if it is decided that the mining giant needs more liquidity, R...[+270 chars]" 2025-03-03T21:47:29 The Recording of the Eleving Group Investor Call on the Bond Tap Offering New Media Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/recording-eleving-group-investor-call-214729720.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsmediawire_165/7834ea0e1a58a1651d809c2c341ed617 US en Eleving Group has launched a public offering by tapping its existing senior secured and guaranteed 2023/2028 Eurobonds by up to EUR 50 million. Investors in Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, and Germany can subscribe to the bonds from February 19 until March 7. The minimum investment required is 10 bonds. RIGA, Latvia - March 3, 2025 (NEWMEDIAWIRE) - On March 3, 2025, Eleving Group held an Investor Call, during which the Group's CEO Modestas Sudnius and CFO Maris Kreics introduced everyone with the cur...[+6613 chars] 2025-03-03T21:20:40 Sustainable Nonprofit aims to curb suppliers emissions Frank Jossi https://finance-commerce.com/2025/03/scope-3-emissions-gma-buyer-alliances https://finance-commerce.com/files/2025/03/Sustainable-Holly-Lahd-left-and-Kim-Carnahan.jpg US en The Center for Green Market Activation (GMA) builds buyers' alliances to purchase low-carbon fuels and materials to reduce Scope 3 emissions. GMA founded the sustainable aviation alliance with the Environmental Defense Fund and RMI and has others underway. The Zero Emissions Buyers Alliance saw 17 companies agree to replace fossil gas with a shipping line that will replace waste-based biomethane. "Listen to this article Companies trying to eliminate greenhouse gases often struggle with Scope 3 emissions generated by suppliers. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency defines Scope 3 as energy o...[+7088 chars]" 2025-03-03T20:52:06 Embracing ESG practices, a vital trend for businesses: workshop Vietnam https://en.vietnamplus.vn/embracing-esg-practices-a-vital-trend-for-businesses-workshop-post310886.vnp https://mediaen.vietnamplus.vn/images/f579a678cf9e90879541752073c26005fc8f850b250becb10a0c36e131edff70a3ebed5f1c0ee0b172a5575204c27553abe935858bd543eb9b42db3509220604dc378136af90899f4684b935c54a5710d39aa9b228ac7b6d9aa746ca40f815da/esg-practices-a-vital-trend-for-businesses.jpg.webp VN en Delegates attended a workshop on 'How to Integrate ESG into Business Strategy: Best Practices from Singapore' held by VIETSTAR Institute of Management and Singapore Management University in Ho Chi Minh City on March 1. The workshop was organized by VIetSTAR and SMU to help Vietnamese businesses integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices into their operations. Delegates at a workshop on 'How to Integrate ESG into Business Strategy: Best Practices from Singapore' held by VIETSTAR Institute of Management and Singapore Management University in HCM City on Marc...[+4076 chars] 2025-03-03T20:36:00 Electronic Communications Letter Mar. 3, 2025 20:36 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6050286 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Admiral Group Plc has sent an electronic communications letter to all its shareholders. A copy of the letter has been submitted to the National Storage Mechanism and will be available for inspection shortly. The letter can also be viewed on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.admiralgroup.co.uk. "3 March 2025 Admiral Group Plc ('the Company') Electronic Communications Letter On 28 February 2025, the Company posted a letter to all its shareholders who currently receive hard copy shareholder inf...[+476 chars]" 2025-03-03T20:16:05 CI Capital, Compass launch EGP 3bn C3 Fund to invest in EGX-listed equities https://egypt.shafaqna.com/EN/AL/6777732 https://egypt.shafaqna.com/images/newhub-blank-news.png AU en CI Capital Holding and Compass Capital for Financial Investments announced on Monday the launch of Egypt's first onshore private equity fund, C3 Capital Fund 1, with a target size of EGP 3bn at final close. The fund is dedicated to investing in EGX-listed equities through an active shareholder participation approach. "CI Capital, Compass launch EGP 3bn C3 Fund to invest in EGX-listed equities CI Capital Holding and Compass Capital for Financial Investments announced on Monday the launch of Egypt's first onshore pri...[+343 chars]" 2025-03-03T20:10:18 Navigating EU's digital mandate Hina Ayra https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1288439-navigating-eu-s-digital-mandate https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-03-04/1288439_011019_updates.jpg PK en The European Union (EU) is enacting the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This regulation mandates the introduction of Digital Product Passports (DPPs) for all businesses supplying or exporting goods to the EU. For Pakistan, a nation heavily dependent on exports, the implementation of DPPs presents both challenges and opportunities. "The European Union (EU) is reaffirming its dedication to sustainability and transparency by enacting the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This significant regulation mandates the...[+9528 chars]" 2025-03-03T20:00:25 Plant diverse tree species to spread risk in climate crisis, study says Sandra Laville https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/mar/03/plant-diverse-tree-species-spread-risk-climate-crisis-study https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/e589f120b4a76a609323644fea956c00c7b8bb69/119_0_3986_2392/master/3986.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=8bdc6bca7a5d3cef1385373533803497 GB en Economists at Exeter University say an 'investment portfolio approach' should be applied to large-scale tree planting across the world to reduce the risks of the wrong species being planted in the wrong place. The UK has committed to plant 30,000 hectares of trees each year by 2025 and maintain the rate until 2050. The European Commission has pledged to plant 3bn trees across member states by 2030 and the US under the previous administration committed to planting 1bn trees by the same date. "An 'investment portfolio approach' needs to be applied to large-scale tree planting across the world to reduce the risks of the wrong species being planted in the wrong place, economists have said. Co...[+3771 chars]" 2025-03-03T19:21:59 IGG Kamya addresses calls for public wealth declarations https://ntv.co.ug/ug/news/national/igg-kamya-addresses-calls-for-public-wealth-declarations-4950236 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gNTeZGbUir4/mqdefault.jpg UG en IGG Kamya addresses calls for public servants' wealth declarations to be made public. All eligible officials must submit their declarations by March 31st. IGG Kamya warns that many leaders are under-declaring their assets.   . "IGG Kamya addresses calls for public wealth declarations The Inspectorate of Government (IGG) has received growing demands for public servants' wealth declarations to be made public. IGG Beti Kamya st...[+187 chars]" 2025-03-03T19:00:05 Dividend Investors: Don't Be Too Quick To Buy Heartland Group Holdings Limited (NZSE:HGH) For Its Upcoming Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dividend-investors-dont-too-quick-190005770.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/064d0b7911046f8efd85160776a9b33b US en Heartland Group Holdings Limited (NZSE:HGH) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 2 days. The company's next dividend payment will be NZ$0.0235294 per share, which is 4.7% higher than the current stock price. Heartland's earnings per share have declined by about 20% a year for the past 5 years. Heartlands paid out 105% of its income as dividends last year. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Heartland Group Holdings Limited (NZSE:HGH) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 2 days. ...[+4582 chars] 2025-03-03T18:32:02 Vesting of Performance Share Units and delivery of ISS shares on 1 March 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/04/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/vesting-of-performance-share-units-and-delivery-of-iss-shares-on-1-march-2025/2066317 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/04/555950.jpg PH en ISS A/S is a leading workplace experience and facility management company. The following Performance Share Units have vested and ISS shares have been delivered on 1 March 2025 to the PDMRs listed below. ISS has more than 325,000 employees around the globe. In 2024, the Group revenue was DKK 83.7 billion. "Company Announcement Copenhagen, 3 March 2025 No. 18/2025 Vesting of Performance Share Units and delivery of ISS shares on 1 March 2025 ISS A/S, a leading workplace experience and facility management ...[+1349 chars]" 2025-03-03T18:11:18 Assurances sought over 'war crimes' pension investments 3 minute read https://nation.cymru/news/assurances-sought-over-war-crimes-pension-investments http://nation.cymru/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/destruction-8221323_1280-e1712753153400.jpg GB en Michael Brown wants to know if Powys County Council is investing in companies that could be linked to potential war crimes in Gaza. Cllr Peter Lewis, chairman of the Pensions and Investments committee, says the committee is currently reviewing its investment beliefs and strategies. The committee's legal duty is to invest in the 'best financial interests' of pension scheme members. "Gaza. Image: Hosny Salah, Pixabay A Welsh council has been asked to ensure that it is not investing in companies that could be linked to potential war crimes in Gaza. At a Powys County Council meeting...[+2963 chars]" 2025-03-03T18:04:25 EU to give automakers an extension on CO2 emissions targets Staff Writer https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Automobiles/EU-to-give-automakers-an-extension-on-CO2-emissions-targets https://www.ft.com/__origami/service/image/v2/images/raw/https%3A%2F%2Fcms-image-bucket-production-ap-northeast-1-a7d2.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages%2F2%2F5%2F3%2F2%2F49112352-3-eng-GB%2FCropped-17410243092022-06-07T133245Z_1021116954_RC21NU94RXQ8_RTRMADP_3_CLIMATE-CHANGE-EU.JPG?width=1260&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=630 JP en European Commission gives automakers three years to meet new CO2 emissions targets for their cars and vans. European Union significantly lowered its cap on automotive carbon dioxide emissions this year. At least one-fifth of all sales by most car companies must be electric vehicles to avoid heavy fines. BRUSSELS (Reuters) -- The European Commission yielded to pressure from European automakers on Monday by giving them three years, rather than only one, to meet new CO2 emissions targets for their cars ...[+267 chars] 2025-03-03T17:31:42 BP dropping its green ambitions is a travesty. But that's exactly how capitalism works The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/BP_dropping_its_green_ambitions_is_a_travesty_But_that_s_exa_0 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/[] US en Companies will never solve the climate emergency alone. The impetus for change needs to come from the government. BP has changed its environmental commitments recently. BP is under pressure and needs to change its business practices to meet the climate change targets. BP's recent actions are not acceptable. Companies will never solve the climate emergency alone. The impetus for change needs to come from governmentIt would be very easy to be sharply critical of BP, given its sudden volte-face on its envir...[+36 chars] 2025-03-03T17:04:41 Annual Report by Investment Company (Form N-CSR) (Exchange Listed Funds Trust) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/Annual_Report_by_Investment_Company_Form_NCSR_Exchange_Liste https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wOq2XaxY214/0.jpg US en ")UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION: N-CSRCERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER: REGISTERED MANAGEMENTINVESTMENT COMPANIESInvestment Company Act file number: ""Distribution and Service Plan""" )UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWASHINGTON, D.C. 20549___________________________________________FORM N-CSRCERTIFIED SHAREHOLDERREPORTOF REGISTERED MANAGEMENTINVESTMENT COMPANIESInvest...[+62 chars] 2025-03-03T16:50:00 Lenovo Achieves AAA Score in MSCI ESG Ratings for Third Consecutive Year Lenovo https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lenovo-achieves-aaa-score-msci-165000302.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/94526ebd54a20e087fc35eed882d6155 US en For the third consecutive year, Lenovo's Environmental, Social and Governance Rating score was rated at AAA by MSCI. The AAA rating represents the highest possible rating for corporations leading in ESG programs (on a scale of AAA-CCC). Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992). "The AAA rating represents the highest possible rating for corporations leading in ESG programs (on a scale of AAA-CCC). NORTHAMPTON, MA / / March 3, 2025 / For the third consecutive year, Lenovo's Env...[+2852 chars]" 2025-03-03T16:21:00 EU waters down electric car rules to give manufacturers ‘breathing space' Chris Price https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/03/03/eu-waters-down-ev-sales-rules-slump-demand https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/03/03/TELEMMGLPICT000409127539_17410156081890_trans_NvBQzQNjv4BqLeUJvOJqnV613e1NxllMSQQ9-W92tdK6JGsXq-YKMZA.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Brussels has watered down its electric vehicle (EV) sales targets after carmakers warned a slump in demand had left them facing heavy fines. Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, said carmakers would be given a three-year window to hit their CO2 emissions targets. The ultimate goal is for zero emissions in 2035. "Brussels has watered down its electric vehicle (EV) sales targets after carmakers warned a slump in demand had left them facing heavy fines. Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, sa...[+1386 chars]" 2025-03-03T16:18:00 Oculis Publishes Notifications of Transactions by Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities Mar. 3, 2025 16:18 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6049975 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The notifications relate to the vesting and settlement of RSUs previously granted to directors of the Company.  For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch, see www.samaritans.org for details. "ZUG, Switzerland, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The attached notifications relate to the vesting and settlement of RSUs previously granted to directors of the Company. Attachments" 2025-03-03T16:16:00 Capital A Reaches New Heights In ESG Scores As Its Sustainability Strategy And Airline Efficiency Gains Pay Off BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/press/news.php?id=2398446 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/1e94792034b15ce402fcaed40535141e67c5656b34486 MY en Capital A Berhad and its associate Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV) reported new highs in their sustainability scores. Capital A's FTSE ESG ratings rose to 3.5 out of a maximum 5, up from 3.2 the previous year. The group's S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) score surged to 47% from 40%. SEPANG, March 3 (Bernama) -- Capital A Berhad and its associate Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV) reported new highs in their sustainability scores according to the latest ratings released by...[+395 chars] 2025-03-03T16:15:00 Stephen Cadogan: EU industry gets green rule rollbacks — will farmers get the same? Stephen Cadogan https://www.irishexaminer.com/farming/arid-41585803.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/9049/4524907_3_seoimageog_GettyImages-2199678923_1_.jpg IE en European Commission proposed a simplification package for the agri-food sector. Four out of five companies would be exempted from mandatory sustainability disclosure requirements. The corporate sustainability due diligence directive would be significantly watered down. Environmentalist organisations warned against the EU undoing its landmark EU Green Deal strategy for growth and sustainability. European farmers will expect a generous simplification package for their sector to match last week's European Commission proposal, which aimed to scrap many requirements of industries to disclose thei...[+3817 chars] 2025-03-03T16:07:52 NZME says it's had no interaction with new investor https://www.nbr.co.nz/investment/nzme-says-its-had-no-interaction-with-new-investor https://d2xgqyuql1olth.cloudfront.net/assets/Uploads/2023-11/NZME-chief-executive-Michael-Boggs-web.jpeg NZ en James T Grenon has disclosed a stake in NZX-listed company of 17.5 million shares, or 9.321% of its stock. He acquired the shares through on-market. NZME says it's had no prior interactions with its new substantial shareholder. "NZX-listed media company NZME says it's had no prior interactions with its new substantial shareholder, James T Grenon. In a market filing this morning, Grenon has disclosed a stake in the NZX-listed ...[+96 chars]" 2025-03-03T15:46:12 EU proposes greater flexibility for automakers in CO2 compliance China.dot.org https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/EU_proposes_greater_flexibility_for_automakers_in_CO2_compli_a https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/[] US en The European Commission proposes to extend the period for meeting CO2 emissions targets from annually to three years instead of annually. It offers more flexibility for the industry and greater clarity for the law enforcement authorities. in China's Xinhua news agency. In the U.S. it's proposed to extend CO2 targets from yearly to 3 years. BRUSSELS, March 3 (Xinhua) -- The European Commission on Monday proposed allowing European automakers to meet their carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions targets over a three-year period instead of annually,...[+95 chars] 2025-03-03T15:31:00 AXA Climate School nurtures young talents in Hong Kong Mar. 3, 2025 15:31 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6049958 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en AXA launched the AXA Climate School in 2022 to empower young talents in Hong Kong to be climate ready. This year, the partnership has been expanded to seven local leading universities from five, including The University of Hong Kong, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hang Seng University, Hong Kong Baptist University, Lingnan University and Hong Kong Metropolitan University. The free online course runs from 3 March to 25 April 2025. "Empowering future leaders with essential skills to combat climate change HONG KONG , March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA Hong Kong and Macau (""AXA"") launched the AXA Climate School in 2022, aiming to em...[+6823 chars]" 2025-03-03T15:20:56 O'Neill pledges transparency around programme for government targets David Young https://uk.news.yahoo.com/o-neill-pledges-transparency-around-152056560.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/a8fEQcY4baTg5FWM0WxwRg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/pa_viral_news_uk_120/48924fafe4b40a7cf0c72e925cc09cd6 US en Michelle O'Neill and Emma Little-Pengelly are presenting the Executive's Programme for Government to the Assembly on Monday. It is the first programme for government agreed by a Stormont executive since 2011. It has a range of targets, including building more than 5,000 new social homes by 2027 and an additional 70,000 hospital patients treated per year. "Stormont's First Minister has pledged to be transparent over progress to achieve the targets set out in the Executive's new programme for government. Michelle O'Neill said the publication of the first...[+4187 chars]" 2025-03-03T15:02:00 PPG recognized as only paints and coatings manufacturer on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies list for second year Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ppg-recognized-only-paints-coatings-150200018.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/12a05f9cea3d2126acd209dd264345a3 US en PPG has been recognized on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2025 list, ranking No. 62 out of the 1,000 largest publicly traded companies. It is the second consecutive year that PPG has appeared on the list as the only paints and coatings company. PITTSBURGH, March 03, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that it has been recognized on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2025 list, ranking No. 62 out of the 1,000 large...[+3093 chars] 2025-03-03T15:00:00 Bidvest faces pressure but reports revenue growth in half-year results Tawanda Karombo https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/bidvest-faces-pressure-but-reports-revenue-growth-in-half-year-results-a8bf3687-bf16-4992-98b1-96d45baea1f8 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Despite-the-revenue-increase-for-the-half-year-trading-profits-in-Bidvest-flatlined-at-R6-3bn-after-the-trading-profit-margin-for-the-season-fell-by-66-basis-points-despite-cash-generated-from-operations-firming-up-by-18-to-R4-5bn?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/b870ae530f2dca5ea99b664da8eba8d7559e4c66/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x49&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Bidvest raised revenues by 6% to R64.5 billion in the six months to December. Interim normalised headline earnings per share were nearly flat at 1057.7 cents. Trading profits in Bidvest flatlined at R6.3 billion. Cash generated from operations firmed up by 18%. CEO Madisa described the company's performance as resilient. "Bidvest raised revenues by 6% to R64.5 billion in the six months to December although interim normalised headline earnings per share were nearly flat at 1057.7 cents. CEO Mpumi Madisa and chief financ...[+5578 chars]" 2025-03-03T15:00:00 Total voting rights Mar. 3, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6049897 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/Nzc3MjkwZTAtMTljYS00MGQ3LWFiODktYzY1MDc2MjY4MmNkLTEwMTQ0NzI=/tiny/Irish-Continental-Group-Plc.png TW en The total number of ICG Units with voting rights is 164,600,565. This figure may be used by shareholders to determine if they are required to notify their interest in the share capital of the Company under the Transparency (Directive 2004/109/EC) Regulations 2007 and the Transparency Rules. "Voting Rights and Capital In conformity with Regulation 20 of the Transparency (Directive 2004/109/EC) Regulations 2007 (as amended), Irish Continental Group plc ('the Company') confirms that as at 28...[+626 chars]" 2025-03-03T14:53:33 State Street shelves board diversity goals amid DEI backlash https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/03/business/state-street-board-diversity-goals-dei-backlash https://bostonglobe-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/S65C6LENKTPQLXG4PAYGCIVZGI.jpg?auth=f8852303e1393b591445fd91492ad32e11ccca039194484da5fa5ca97d0650c2&width=1440 US en Nominating committees are best placed to determine the most effective board composition. State Street launched the 'Fearless Girl' campaign in 2017. BlackRock Inc. dropped its 30 percent target for board diversity in its 2025 voting guidelines. Vanguard Group removed the line that boards should at least represent diversity of characteristics. "Related : While characteristics including gender, race and ethnicity are necessary for effective board oversight of a company's long-term strategy, 'we believe nominating committees are best placed to...[+1402 chars]" 2025-03-03T14:49:56 Schouw & Co. share buy-back programme, week 9 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/03/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/schouw-co-share-buy-back-programme-week-9-2025/2066162 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/03/555763.png PH en Schouw & Co. initiated a share buy-back programme on 2 January 2025. They will buy back shares for up to DKK 50 million during the period 2 January to 31 March 2025. The buyback will be structured in accordance with EU law and EU regulations. On 2 January 2025, Schouw & Co. initiated a share buy-back programme as outlined in Company Announcement no. 70 of 23 December 2024. Under the programme, Schouw & Co. will acquire shares for up to DKK...[+428 chars] 2025-03-03T14:42:54 Elon Musk lays into Oscars as he reveals 'diversity quotas' for best picture nominees NATASHA ANDERSON https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14455595/Elon-Musk-Oscars-diversity-quotas-best-picture-nominees.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/03/03/14/95783895-0-image-m-130_1741012536253.jpg GB en Elon Musk has slammed the Academy over its diversity and inclusion requirements for best picture nominees. The Tesla billionaire is a known critic of the requirements. The Academy introduced its new eligibility rules in 2020 in a bid to boost diversity among Oscars nominees. Critics claim the rules disqualify fan-favorite films from winning Best Motion Picture. "Elon Musk has slammed the Academy over its 'messed up' representation and inclusion requirements for best picture nominees. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences requires that films must fit...[+4955 chars]" 2025-03-03T14:29:27 Saga Communications, Inc. Announces Date and Time of 4th Quarter and Year End 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/03/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/saga-communications-inc-announces-date-and-time-of-4th-quarter-and-year-end-2024-earnings-release-and-conference-call/2066109 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/03/03/555714.png PH en Saga Communications, Inc. will release its 4th Quarter and Year End 2024 results at 9:00 a.m. EST on March 11, 2025. The company will be holding a conference call at 11:00 EST. Saga owns or operates broadcast properties in 28 markets, including 82 FM and 31 AM radio stations and 79 metro signals. GROSSE POINTE FARMS, Mich., March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saga Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGA) announced today that it will release its 4th Quarter and Year End 2024 results at 9:00 a.m. EST o...[+1182 chars] 2025-03-03T14:25:00 Worried about falling stocks? Edelweiss MF CEO Radhika Gupta wants you to be like Shah Rukh Khan ET Online https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/new-updates/worried-about-falling-stocks-edelweiss-mf-ceo-radhika-gupta-wants-you-to-be-like-shah-rukh-khan/articleshow/118683542.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118683774,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-71790,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Radhika Gupta, CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, is speaking at Groww's 'Ab India Karega Groww' event. Radhika advises investors to stay patient during market downturns and to maintain long-term investment commitments. For women investors, she advises against panic-driven decisions and staying alert to investment opportunities. "Stock market investors concerned about recent declines should remain patient, says Radhika Gupta , CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund. Speaking at Groww's 'Ab India Karega Groww' event, she compared the ben...[+6110 chars]" 2025-03-03T14:12:00 NEUBERGER BERMAN NEXT GENERATION CONNECTIVITY FUND ANNOUNCES MONTHLY DISTRIBUTION Neuberger Berman https://www.news-journal.com/neuberger-berman-next-generation-connectivity-fund-announces-monthly-distribution/article_ced506f7-8b4b-55e6-8ba1-0759c8d3eb6c.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/news-journal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/b5/fb567dcb-51b5-59b5-97c9-56a5f3f4e36c/67c5bcfebb357.image.jpg?crop=200%2C200%2C525%2C0 US en Neuberger Berman Next Generation Connectivity Fund Inc. (NYSE: NBXG) has announced a distribution of $0.10 per share of common stock. The distribution is payable on March 31, 2025 and has a record date of March 17, 2025. The Fund's ability to maintain its current distribution rate will depend on the amount and stability of income received from its investments, availability of capital gains, and the level of other Fund fees and expenses. "NEW YORK, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Neuberger Berman Next Generation Connectivity Fund Inc. (NYSE: NBXG) (the ""Fund"") has announced a distribution declaration of $0.10 per share of common stock. T...[+3168 chars]" 2025-03-03T14:03:07 Saga Communications, Inc. Announces Date and Time of 4th Quarter and Year End 2024 Earnings ... Saga Communications https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/saga-communications-inc-announces-date-and-time-of-4th-quarter-and-year-end-2024-earnings/article_abcad375-ea98-559e-b526-ed65620f3fbb.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Saga Communications, Inc. will release its 4th Quarter and Year End 2024 results at 9:00 a.m. EST on March 11, 2025. The company will hold a conference call at 11:00 EST on the same date. The dial-in numbers are (973) 528-0008. GROSSE POINTE FARMS, Mich., March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saga Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGA) announced today that it will release its 4th Quarter and Year End 2024 results at 9:00 a.m. EST o...[+202 chars] 2025-03-03T13:43:50 EU chief offers carmakers more time on emission rules to avoid fines RTE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/EU_chief_offers_carmakers_more_time_on_emission_rules_to_avo https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/[] US en EU chief Ursula von der Leyen wants to give struggling European carmakers more time to meet 2025 emission reduction targets without facing fines. There's a clear demand for more flexibility on CO2 targets, she says.   . "EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said today she wanted to give struggling European carmakers ""breathing space"" by allowing them extra time to meet 2025 emission reduction targets without facing fines.""Th...[+93 chars]" 2025-03-03T13:42:29 Edison International price target lowered to $66 from $75 at Mizuho Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/edison-international-price-target-lowered-to-66-from-75-at-mizuho-1034433031 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Mizuho analyst Anthony Crowdell lowered the firm's price target on Edison International to $66 from $75 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares following the Q4 report. The key focus remains on fallout from the Los Angeles fires earlier this year and any potential legislative/regulatory solution around the liability associated with the damages. Mizuho analyst Anthony Crowdell lowered the firm's price target on Edison International (EIX) to $66 from $75 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares following the Q4 report. The key focus remain...[+503 chars] 2025-03-03T13:30:18 BAE Systems boss in line for huge pay day at FTSE 100 giant Jon Robinson https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/bae-systems-boss-in-line-for-huge-pay-day-at-ftse-100-giant/ar-AA1A9eFm US en BAE System's remuneration committee proposes changes to the group's policy. The changes are subject to approval at BAE Systems' annual general meeting. Charles Woodburn could be paid a bonus worth 500% of his base salary of £1.27m in 2030 if he is still in post in that year. "The chief executive of FTSE 100 defence giant BAE Systems is in line for a huge pay day if shareholders approve proposed changes to the group's remuneration policy. Charles Woodburn could be handed a ...[+3334 chars]" 2025-03-03T13:30:18 BAE Systems boss in line for huge pay day at FTSE 100 giant Jon Robinson https://www.cityam.com/bae-systems-boss-in-line-for-huge-pay-day-at-ftse-100-giant https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/92478b3bfc872f99d488021bb6401d3d.jpeg GB en Charles Woodburn, the chief executive of BAE Systems, could get a bonus worth 500% of his base salary of £1.27m if he is still in post in 2030. His minimum shareholding requirements would also rise from 300% to 500%. BAE System's remuneration committee is putting to shareholders over fears it risks losing top talent to its rivals. The proposed changes are subject to approval at the annual general meeting. "The chief executive of FTSE 100 defence giant BAE Systems is in line for a huge pay day if shareholders approve proposed changes to the group's remuneration policy. Charles Woodburn could be handed a ...[+4781 chars]" 2025-03-03T13:21:43 EU eyes giving car makers three years on CO2 targets Staff Writers https://thewest.com.au/politics/eu-eyes-giving-car-makers-three-years-on-co2-targets-c-17913959 https://images.thewest.com.au/publication/C-17913959/0b8907766063bb57f6b7ab6873abcfbc292f24df-16x9-x0y0w1280h720.jpg?imwidth=1200 AU en The European Commission will propose revising planned fines for car and van manufacturers whose cars and vans fail to meet 2025 CO2 emission targets. The European Union executive intends to publish its automotive action plan on Wednesday to help EU car producers to electrify their fleets and compete with more advanced Chinese and US rivals. The European Commission will propose revising planned fines for vehicle makers whose car and vans fail to meet 2025 CO2 emission targets, by allowing them to hit the targets based on fleet emissions o...[+1319 chars] 2025-03-03T13:21:21 EU to grant carmakers grace period for reaching 2025 CO2 targets https://www.businesspost.ie/article/eu-to-grant-carmakers-grace-period-for-reaching-2025-co2-targets https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=26f37316-8d62-506b-bdc0-84e31ce76286&type=preview&function=original IE en Shares of European automakers including Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz Group and Renault jumped following von der Leyen's remarks. Stoxx 600 Automobiles & Parts Index was up almost 3 per cent in intraday trading. EU will grant carmakers a grace period for reaching 2025 CO2 targets. "ESG EU to grant carmakers grace period for reaching 2025 CO2 targets Europe's carmakers have pushed to change the 2025 goal after an electric vehicle sales slump last year Business Post 13:21 Shares o...[+225 chars]" 2025-03-03T13:20:24 Ascot Announces Amendment of Previously Announced Equity Financing JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/ascot-announces-amendment-of-previously-announced-equity-financing/article_ac46e5ab-1eb3-542e-bfdb-dd77e82813a9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en Ascot Resources Ltd. has agreed to amend its previously announced best-efforts private placement offering of units of the Company. The syndicate of agents (the Agents) is co-led by Desjardins Capital Markets and BMO Capital Markets. "Not for distribution to U.S. news wire services or dissemination in the United States. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ascot Resources Ltd. (TSX: AOT; OTCQX: AOTVF) ('As...[+364 chars]" 2025-03-03T13:20:02 EU eyes giving car makers three years on CO2 targets https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8907245/eu-eyes-giving-car-makers-three-years-on-co2-targets https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/2d3560a8-ac24-4648-b64d-b063a2a806e2.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Under the proposed plan, companies are to be given three years to comply with the targets instead of annual compliance demands. The overall emission targets are to stay unchanged, she said. The proposed plan is to be implemented within the next three years, not the current five years. Under the proposed plan, companies are to be given three years to comply with the targets, instead of annual compliance demands, while the overall emission targets are to stay unchanged, she said. 2025-03-03T13:19:59 Cisco: Setting a Course for More Sustainable Office Spaces https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/cisco-setting-a-course-for-more-sustainable-office-spaces-8f4f3bd3c4f3c0e7c3f89d7a12eac1ae https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Snorre Kjesbu is SVP and GM of employee experiences at Cisco. He is responsible for a portfolio of collaboration technologies enabling remote working and virtual meetings. Cisco has a goal to reach net zero GHG emissions across its value chain by 2040. 52% of the plastic in the Cisco Collaboration devices product line is post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic. The new Cisco Board Pro consumes 85-89% less power in standby mode than Display Off. "The need for sustainability is everywhere, including where we work. Sustainability is an important consideration for businesses—and with good reason. From rising global temperatures to unprecedented l...[+4547 chars]" 2025-03-03T13:18:13 Emerald Finance's Strategic Expansion: Capital Infusion and Growth Plans Unveiled Mumbai https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3283805-emerald-finances-strategic-expansion-capital-infusion-and-growth-plans-unveiled https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/03_03_2025_18_48_01_4492799.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Emerald Finance Limited, listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange, has announced a significant capital infusion strategy through the issuance of equity shares. The company is set to hold an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on March 25, 2025, seeking shareholder approval for this financial move. The board meeting on March 1 approved a preferential allotment of up to 1,148,900 equity shares at Rs.131 per share, aiming to raise Rs.15.05 crore. This capital will be directed towards business expansion, enhancement of their Earned Wage Access (EWA) program, and other strategic initiatives. BAYA PTE Ltd and Saint Capital Mauritius have been identified as key investors in this Emerald Finance Limited, listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange, has announced a significant capital infusion strategy through the issuance of equity shares. The company, known for its diverse financial ...[+892 chars] 2025-03-03T13:04:14 Essex council asked to approve new standards for town's noise by-law CTVNews Windsor.ca Staff https://www.ctvnews.ca/windsor/article/essex-council-asked-to-approve-new-standards-for-towns-noise-by-law https://www.ctvnews.ca/resizer/v2/4TRA3BDGJXQRFGLFJR2I4MLRCM.jpg?smart=true&auth=6ed82c864eee591a8eef84975e3e2838dc50b2876c521c395aefe51be5067124&width=1200&height=630 CA en Town of Essex sign in Essex, Ont., will go up on Friday, April 5, 2024. It will be the town's 100th anniversary on April 5th 2024. The town will be named after Town of Essex, Ontario, where it was founded. Town of Essex sign in Essex, Ont., on Friday, April 5, 2024. (Rich Garton/CTV News Windsor) 2025-03-03T13:02:40 Ugandan leaders to start declaring assets today Michael Odeng https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/news/ugandan-leaders-to-start-declaring-assets-tod-NV_206080 https://newvision-media.s3.amazonaws.com/cms/50a2ebdf-c770-4cfd-b9a8-42ad0d07efda.jpg UG en According to the Leadership Code Act, leaders are required to declare their assets, income and liabilities every two years. The last declaration was in March 2023. The leaders expected to declare assets include the President, Vice-President, Speaker and Deputy Speaker of Parliament, District chairpersons, vice-chairperson and secretary generals of political parties and MPs. "According to the Leadership Code Act, leaders are required to declare their assets, income and liabilities every two years, and the last declaration was in March 2023. The leaders expected to declare ...[+229 chars]" 2025-03-03T13:00:00 Encore Capital Group to Meet with Investors and Present at the Raymond James 46th Annual Institutional Investors Conference Encore Capital Group https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/encore-capital-group-meet-investors-130000410.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/06c8a82b6cc2b645a09360acb6ad02b6 US en Encore management will meet with investors at the Raymond James 46th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on March 4, 2025. Ashish Masih, Encore's President and Chief Executive Officer, will make a presentation at the conference at 11:00 am Eastern time on the same day. A link to the live webcast and a copy of the presentation will be available in the Investor Events & Presentations section of the company's website at encorecapital.com. SAN DIEGO, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Encore Capital Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:ECPG), an international specialty finance company, announced today that Encore management will be meeting with investor...[+1569 chars] 2025-03-03T13:00:00 VIOR ANNOUNCES CORPORATE UPDATE Français Mathieu Savard https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/vior-announces-corporate-update-821745752.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2631424/Vior_Inc__VIOR_ANNOUNCES_CORPORATE_UPDATE.jpg?p=twitter CA en Marian Moroney has resigned from her position as Director of Vior Inc. effective immediately. Vior is a junior mineral exploration corporation based in the province of Québec, Canada. It is advancing its flagship Belleterre Gold Project which is a promising district-scale project that includes Québec's past-producing high-grade gold mine. "MONTREAL, March 3, 2025 /CNW/ - VIOR INC. ("" Vior"" or the "" Corporation"") (TSXV: VIO) (OTCQB: VIORF) (FRA: VL51) announces the resignation of Marian Moroney as Director of the Corporation, effective i...[+2510 chars]" 2025-03-03T12:55:51 Ghana's Société Générale Bank Thrives Despite Economic Pressures Roger A. Agana https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-societe-generale-bank-thrives-despite-economic-pressures https://newsghana.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/societe-generale.jpg GH en Société Générale Ghana PLC posted a 30% jump in profit after tax, reaching GHS 551 million for 2024. The bank credits its growth to aggressive cost management, including slashing its cost-to-income ratio and a 22% expansion in total assets driven by targeted lending and digital service upgrades. "Societe Generale Crédits : Shutterstock. In a year marked by inflation spikes and a volatile currency, Société Générale Ghana PLC defied sector-wide struggles to post a 30% jump in profit after tax, r...[+2345 chars]" 2025-03-03T12:55:17 Fidelity adopts ‘Sustainability Mixed Goals' label for MAFs Tom Browne https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/fidelity-adopts-sustainability-mixed-goals-label-for-mafs https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2022/05/19151554/Globe-in-greenery-shutterstock_274566236.jpg GB en Fidelity International has confirmed its intention to adopt the Financial Conduct Authority's 'Sustainability Mixed Goals' label for three of its UK-domiciled multi-asset funds. The FCA introduced four sustainability labels to help UK investors navigate sustainable investment products. "Fidelity International has confirmed its intention to adopt the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) 'Sustainability Mixed Goals' label for three of its UK-domiciled multi-asset funds (MAFs). The FCA r...[+1790 chars]" 2025-03-03T12:45:59 EOG Resources price target lowered to $142 from $143 at Morgan Stanley Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/eog-resources-price-target-lowered-to-142-from-143-at-morgan-stanley-1034432606 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Morgan Stanley has lowered the price target on EOG Resources to $142 from $143 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The company reported Q4 EBITDA of $3.124B, 3% above consensus, and cash flow per share of $4.70, 2% below consensus. Morgan Stanley lowered the firm's price target on EOG Resources (EOG) to $142 from $143 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares after the company reported Q4 EBITDA of $3.124B, or 3% above cons...[+474 chars] 2025-03-03T12:35:50 Oscars 2025: Elon Musk Wants The Diversity Quota Gone, Says Films Should Win 'Based On Merit' Outlook Web Desk https://www.outlookindia.com/international/us/oscars-2025-elon-musk-wants-the-diversity-quota-gone-says-films-should-win-based-on-merit https://media.assettype.com/outlookindia/2024-07/9232ead1-1041-463c-991e-9153c69a4881/Elon Musk |?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en "The Oscars 2025 ceremony was held in Los Angeles on Monday. Elon Musk took to X to criticise the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for their ""Representation and Inclusion Standards"". He thinks the best film and actors should be awarded based on merit, instead of diversity quotas." "The Oscars 2025 ceremony was held in Los Angeles on Monday, and Elon Musk is not happy. As per the tech mogul, best film and actors should be awarded based on merit, instead of diversity quotas. Musk ...[+1268 chars]" 2025-03-03T12:32:50 Element Solutions Inc Announces Completion of Sale of MacDermid Graphics Solutions Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/element-solutions-inc-announces-completion-of-sale-of-macdermid-graphics-solutions/article_770bd570-24fb-596c-b885-b98190f4a276.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) announced the close of the sale of its flexographic printing plate business, MacDermid Graphics Solutions, to XSYS for $325 million. The sale agreement was announced on September 3, 2024. The proceeds are expected to be used to further reduce leverage and for general corporate purposes. Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) ('Element Solutions'), a global and diversified specialty chemical technology company, today announced the close of the sale of its flexographic printing plate busines...[+414 chars] 2025-03-03T12:29:40 Net zero economic growth and the CCC's latest recommendations https://www.businessgreen.com/news-analysis/4410257/net-zero-economic-growth-cccs-recommendations https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/644b7b3/6cd46167-26d3-4186-802d-7296fe107a63/12/Editor-s-briefing-030325-3-370x229.jpg GB en "James and Michael discuss the upbeat tone of the Climate Change Committee's report into the UK's efforts to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 87% by 2040. BP is to ""fundamentally reset"" its business strategy by increasing its investment in oil and gas and slashing funding for renewables and low carbon projects by more than $5bn a year. The European Commission proposed sweeping cuts and delays to rules requiring companies to publicly disclose social and environmental risks." In BusinessGreen's latest Editor's Briefing, James and Michael discuss the upbeat tone of the Climate Change Committee's report into the UK's efforts to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 87 per c...[+1324 chars] 2025-03-03T12:23:20 EU to propose giving automakers three years to meet CO2 emission targets Philip Blenkinsop https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/eu-propose-giving-automakers-three-years-meet-co2-emission-targets-2025-03-03 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/HBKWUUEFUZP3DBRNM7FU44HG2Y.jpg?auth=d48029ff2bc8737db1d7de48f5b357922c442de0e38b7c92d75376ec295f230f&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The European Commission will propose revising planned fines for automakers whose cars and vans fail to meet 2025 CO2 emission targets. The targets remain the same, but compliance will be over three years, rather than one. The EU executive intends to publish its automotive action plan on Wednesday. "Summary Companies New CO2 emission targets came in for 2025 EC now set to give carmakers 3 years to comply and avoid fines News sends shares of VW, Renault, BMW among others higher BRUSSELS, March 3 (...[+3694 chars]" 2025-03-03T12:01:23 Ecopetrol Announces Agreement for Launching the Market Maker program for its Shares on the Colombian Stock Exchange PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/Ecopetrol_Announces_Agreement_for_Launching_the_Market_Maker https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dngZTWMf7Vg/0.jpg US en Ecopetrol S.A. has implemented a market maker program in compliance with Article 2.9.17.1.8 of Decree 2555 of 2010. Ecopetrol is a company trading on the BVC and NYSE exchanges. "BOGOTA, Colombia, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) (""Ecopetrol"" or the ""Company"") announces that, in compliance with Article 2.9.17.1.8 of Decree 2555 of 2010, i...[+40 chars]" 2025-03-03T11:21:50 "How Corporate ""diversity Washers"" Spin Investors" Seb Murray https://www.forbesindia.com/article/stanford/how-corpo-rate-quotdiversity-washersquot-spin-investors/95453/1 https://images.forbesindia.com/media/images/2025/Mar/img_243616_shutterstock_2229720681_bg.jpg IN en Companies with greater diversity talk about diversity more often in their financial documents. They are more likely to face Equal Employment Opportunity Commission penalties for discrimination-related violations and negative news about their workforce. Such companies hire fewer diverse candidates and use forward-looking language about diversity to distract from their shortcomings. By counting DEI-related terms in companies' financial documents, the researchers found that discussions about diversity have become more frequent since 2020, even as racial and gender diversity in the...[+3488 chars] 2025-03-03T11:12:52 NGX cautions Aradel, ABC Transport, Cutix for insider dealings Iheanyi Nwachukwu https://businessday.ng/markets/article/ngx-cautions-aradel-abc-transport-cutix-for-insider-dealings https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NGX-Group-1.png NG en Aradel Holding Plc, ABC Transport Plc and Cutix Plc have been cautioned by the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) for breaching certain provisions of the Listings Rules. The X-Compliance Report is a transparency initiative of NGX RegCo designed to maintain market integrity. "The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has cautioned three companies – Aradel Holding Plc, ABC Transport Plc, and Cutix Plc – for breaching certain provisions of the Listings Rules. The NGX disclosed the...[+3095 chars]" 2025-03-03T11:12:28 Luxembourg finance ecosystem not swayed by global net-zero exits Kabir Agarwal https://www.luxtimes.lu/businessandfinance/nuance-needed-in-analyzing-recent-withdrawals-from-net-zero-alliances-says-luxembourg-sustainable-finance-initiative/45570647.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/rth2s4-luxtimes-1920x1080-templates.png/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/LuxTimes%201920x1080%20templates.png LU en banks from net-zero alliances. Institutions emphasise the need for nuance when analysing the departure of banks from Net-zero alliance. for the need to be more nuanced. for nuance. For more information, go to: here. Institutions emphasise the need for nuance when analysing departure of banks from net-zero alliances 2025-03-03T11:10:55 NGOs unite to expose foul play in SA's egg industry Norman Cloete https://www.iol.co.za/saturday-star/news/ngos-unite-to-expose-foul-play-in-sas-egg-industry-615d470b-73ff-444c-bef6-5b1f9ebecd27 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Distressing-case-of-chicken-neglect-leads-to-NSPCA-intervention-Picture-File?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/d5b638db3a00b1c6d994fb4c728ddb66e303f643/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x104&resize=2000x1125 ZA en On World NGO Day, leading advocacy groups in SA launched the Eggsposure Campaign to call for transparency and accountability from the food industry. The campaign is led by the Southern African Faith Communities' Environment Institute (SAFCEI) and Animal Law Reform South Africa (ALRSA). ON World NGO Day, (February 27), leading advocacy groups in SA launched the Eggsposure Campaign to call for transparency and accountability from the food industry, specifically, the Consumer Goods Cou...[+1905 chars] 2025-03-03T11:02:48 EnviroGold Global Closes Over Subscribed Second Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement, Signaling Strong Investor Confidence Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/envirogold-global-closes-over-subscribed-second-tranche-of-non-brokered-private-placement-signaling-strong-investor-confidence https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM4NzYyMyM2Nzg2Nzg5IzIwODk1NTU= CA en EnviroGold Global Limited is pleased to announce the successful closing of the second tranche of its non-brokered private placement. The Offering was oversubscribed, underscoring investor confidence in the Company's innovative solutions and growth strategy. Envirogold is a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and tailings. TORONTO, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and ta...[+315 chars] 2025-03-03T11:00:31 Get City Pension Money Out of Fossil Fuels Patrick Hendry https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/ideas-we-should-steal-get-city-pension-money-out-of-fossil-fuels https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/patrick-hendry-6xeDIZgoPaw-unsplash.jpg US en Cities and states are divesting their pensions from fossil fuels in order to align with their climate goals. New York City became the first major U.S. city pension to divest from both active and passive publicly traded fossil fuel firms in 2018. The divested pension funds have performed at least as well financially as the non-divested funds. It can be difficult for individuals to feel like they're making a difference when it comes to fighting climate change. Sure, it matters when we recycle, stop eating meat, take public transit, make the...[+11982 chars] 2025-03-03T11:00:00 EnviroGold Global Closes Over Subscribed Second Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement, Signaling Strong Investor Confidence JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.waterloochronicle.ca/globenewswire/envirogold-global-closes-over-subscribed-second-tranche-of-non-brokered-private-placement-signaling-strong-investor/article_fdb93577-42bc-5eb0-b786-1611cec09d17.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/waterloochronicle.ca/content/tncms/custom/image/8805c67a-fbeb-11ed-9bd7-afc275cf47ff.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en EnviroGold Global Limited is pleased to announce the successful closing of the second tranche of its non-brokered private placement. The Offering was oversubscribed, underscoring robust investor confidence in the Company's innovative solutions and growth strategy. The oversubscription reflects the commitment of both existing and new investors who share the company's vision for a cleaner, more sustainable future. TORONTO, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and ta...[+644 chars] 2025-03-03T10:31:32 The global activism campaign, which slowed down during the COVID-19, has become active again startin.. An Excellent Citizen https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11254413 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202503/03/news-p.v1.20250303.b2887a3265fa4e6f85df7be07c1357ec_P2.jpg KR en There were 10 activists targeting Korean companies in 2020, but there were 66 last year. The number of companies exposed to activism in Asia increased from 126 in 2020 to 592 in 2024. Activist funds refer to funds that seek to make profits in a short period by exerting influence on corporate decision-making after securing a certain level of stake. Number of Domestic Activist Target Companies From 10 in 2020 to 66 last year Although the stock was undervalued for a long time You've got too much cash on hand Possibility of demand for increased sha...[+4463 chars] 2025-03-03T10:28:12 Swiss Social Democrats seek $40 billion in additional capital from UBS Ariane Luthi https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/swiss-social-democrats-seek-40-billion-additional-capital-ubs-2025-03-03 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Switzerland's second-largest party in parliament presented a set of proposals to tighten regulation of UBS. The 49-page action plan by the Social Democrats (SP) argues UBS should hold $40 billion more capital. The plan has little chance of meeting parliamentary approval, but adds to pressure from the left for tougher rules on Switzerland's last remaining systemically important global bank. BERN, March 3 (Reuters) - The second-largest party in the Swiss parliament on Monday presented proposals to tighten regulation of UBS (UBSG.S), opens new tab, including to significantly ramp up the ca...[+2039 chars] 2025-03-03T10:04:11 Nigeria Nigerian Lawmakers Call Out 48 Oil Companies Over N9.4 Trillion Debt to FG Nigeria News https://nigerianbulletin.com/ams/nigerian-lawmakers-call-out-48-oil-companies-over-n9-4-trillion-debt-to-fg.13042 https://nigerianbulletin.com/ams/nigerian-lawmakers-call-out-48-oil-companies-over-n9-4-trillion-debt-to-fg.13042/cover-image NG en The Nigerian House of Representatives has summoned 48 oil companies to account for a combined debt of approximately N9.4 trillion. The investigation concerns unpaid royalties, gas flare penalties, and obligations under production-sharing contracts. Hearings are set for March 3-7, 2025, at the National Assembly in Abuja. The Nigerian House of Representatives has summoned 48 oil companies over N9.4 trillion in unpaid debts owed to the federal government. The investigation concerns unpaid royalties, gas flare penalties,...[+1707 chars] 2025-03-03T09:57:17 EU's Omnibus directive needs careful consideration, says ACCA Global Data https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eu-omnibus-directive-needs-careful-095717954.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/GOcdf1wYSnyOk2ncsLQO4w--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_accountant_923/d74f548696c4ef9d46770422bbbde954 US en The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has highlighted the necessity for careful evaluation of the European Union's (EU) 'Omnibus' directive. The directive proposes changes to the European Green Deal, aiming to reduce the number of companies required to publish sustainability details and delay implementation by a year. "The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has highlighted the necessity for careful evaluation of the European Union's (EU) 'Omnibus' directive. Announced in February 2025, the directi...[+2597 chars]" 2025-03-03T09:45:00 Big banks abandoned a voluntary climate alliance. Now, critics are calling for new laws. Joseph Winters https://www.yahoo.com/news/big-banks-abandoned-voluntary-climate-094500293.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/qdboqhfMkiG7G6wnommNSQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/grist_112/0b872438d9ce3436082b15b4a421d79b US en Bank of America, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo left the Net Zero Banking Alliance between December and January. Republican attorneys general had issued 'civil investigative demands' to those banks in 2022. They argued that the alliance was beholden to 'the woke climate agenda' and that it violated antitrust laws. Environmental advocates say it is a reminder that voluntary initiatives have never been sufficient to drive the sector's decarbonization. "In the lead-up to Inauguration Day, all six of the United States' largest banks backed away from a United Nations-sponsored climate initiative amid attacks from conservative lawmakers and regulators. ...[+9228 chars]" 2025-03-03T08:56:43 Gauteng government officials in finance to undergo lifestyle audits Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/Gauteng_government_officials_in_finance_to_undergo_lifestyle https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/[] US en The Gauteng Provincial Government said that all officials working in Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Finance will undergo lifestyle audits to promote transparency and ethical governance. The focus will be on officials directly. This initiative reinforces the government's commitment to ethical governance and accountability. The Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) said that all officials working in Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Finance will undergo lifestyle audits to promote transparency and ethical governance.The fo...[+282 chars] 2025-03-03T08:34:00 World Bank: SA's economic growth held back by 'excessive' regulations and BEE policies Vernon Pillay https://www.iol.co.za/business/jobs/world-bank-sas-economic-growth-held-back-by-excessive-regulations-and-bee-policies-67d200d7-4359-49a2-89d4-c28aed1e7c3c https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/President-Cyril-Ramaphosa-s-government-has-been-tasked-with-a-number-of-issues-by-the-World-Bank-in-order-to-get-more-investment?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/a8b3d506d00d0de8d39ad9c227c498beeee49c79/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x152&resize=2000x1125 ZA en The World Bank has said that South Africa should end its 'excessive' regulatory burden and overhaul its Black-ownership (BEE) laws. The Bank elaborated that government needs to remove policies that cause the economy to remain stagnant. The bank argued that a robust economic recovery, shared across all sectors of society, can be achieved in the immediate future by implementing a series of policy actions. "The World Bank has said that South Africa should end its 'excessive' regulatory burden, and that government needs to overhaul its Black-ownership (BEE) laws. The Bank elaborated that government needs ...[+3692 chars]" 2025-03-03T08:26:29 Gauteng government officials in finance to undergo lifestyle audits Kamogelo Moichela https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/gauteng-government-officials-in-finance-to-undergo-lifestyle-audits-e9137dd0-a406-444d-bbc8-3d79fc6d962c https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/The-Gauteng-Provincial-Government-GPG-said-that-all-officials-working-in-Supply-Chain-Management-SCM-and-Finance-will-undergo-lifestyle-audits-to-promote-transparency-and-ethical-governance?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/69b49a73d53e8507fe3f909857380444c7d3c240/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x0&resize=2000x1125 ZA en All officials working in Supply Chain Management and Finance will undergo lifestyle audits. The focus will be on officials responsible for procurement and financial decision-making across all GPG departments and entities. The initiative aligns with Premier Panyaza Lesufi's commitment to strengthen accountability and combat corruption within the provincial government. "The Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) said that all officials working in Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Finance will undergo lifestyle audits to promote transparency and ethical governance. The f...[+1829 chars]" 2025-03-03T08:26:22 Everest Group Announces $2.00 Dividend https://bernews.com/2025/03/everest-group-announces-2-00-dividend https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/everest-generic-PDTryBw3-TWFB.jpg BM en Everest Group declares a $2.00 per share dividend, payable on or before March 28, 2025 to all shareholders of record as of March 17, 2025. The dividend will be payable to shareholders of the company on March 17th 2025. "Everest Group declares a $2.00 per share dividend, payable March 28, 2025, to shareholders of record on March 17. A spokesperson said, 'Everest Group, Ltd. announced that its Board of Directors declar...[+191 chars]" 2025-03-03T08:20:53 IICA Hosts NAIL Meet Driving ESG Leadership in Corporate India ANI https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/iica-hosts-national-association-impact-leaders-meet-goa-strengthen-490 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en The inaugural National Association of Impact Leaders (NAIL) Meet 2025 was held in Goa on Sunday. It was attended by over 100 participants, including ESG professionals, policymakers, and thought leaders. The event was organized by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and the Ministry of Corporate affairs, Government of India. The conference will be held on July 2-3, 2025. New Delhi, March 2: The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), under the aegis of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, hosted the inaugural National Association of Impact Lea...[+4338 chars] 2025-03-03T08:00:00 Vaisala has published Annual Report 2024 Vaisala Group https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/vaisala-published-annual-report-2024-080000239.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/42be8a589563f9d426c1e6bff3d7ae7d US en Vaisala Corporation has today published its Annual Report 2024. Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence for climate action. Its shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki stock exchange. The audit firm PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy has provided an independent auditor's reasonable assurance report on the company's financial statements. "Vaisala Corporation Stock exchange release March 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. (EET) Vaisala has published Annual Report 2024 Vaisala Corporation has today published its Annual Report 2024. Vaisala's Annual ...[+2190 chars]" 2025-03-03T07:55:11 AXA Climate School nurtures young talents in Hong Kong Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/03/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/axa-climate-school-nurtures-young-talents-in-hong-kong/2065671 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en AXA Hong Kong and Macau launched the AXA Climate School in 2022 to empower young talents in Hong Kong. This year, the partnership has been expanded to seven local leading universities from five, including The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hang Seng, Lingnan University, Baptist University, Metropolitan University, and Hong Kong Shue Yan University. The free online course runs from 3 March to 25 April 2025. "Empowering future leaders with essential skills to combat climate change HONG KONG , March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA Hong Kong and Macau (""AXA"") launched the AXA Climate School in 2022, aiming to em...[+4907 chars]" 2025-03-03T07:31:00 AXA Climate School nurtures young talents in Hong Kong 美通社 https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-prnewswire/prnasia/2025/03/03/1131099/axa-climate-school-nurtures-young-talents-in-hong-kong https://portal.sina.com.hk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cropped-sinahk_logo.png HK en AXA launched the AXA Climate School in 2022 to empower young talents in Hong Kong. This year, the partnership has been expanded to seven local leading universities from five, including The University of Hong Kong, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hang Seng University, Hong Kong Baptist University, Lingnan University and Hong Kong Metropolitan University. The online course has been enhanced with advanced and business-focused e-learning modules. "Empowering future leaders with essential skills to combat climate change HONG KONG, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AXA Hong Kong and Macau ('AXA') launched the AXA Climate School in 2022, aiming to empo...[+6285 chars]" 2025-03-03T07:01:00 Sensex down over 12,700 points from peak. What strategy should mutual fund investors follow? Surbhi Khanna https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/mf/analysis/sensex-down-over-12700-points-from-peak-what-strategy-should-mutual-fund-investors-follow/articleshow/118672888.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118672882,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-143234,overlay-etwealthmutualfunds/articleshow.jpg IN en Sensex is down by 12,780 points from its September peak. Most investors should continue to invest in large caps or food flexi cap, multi-cap and large and mid-cap types of funds. Long-term investors need to invest based on their goals. Short-term funds must be in hybrid or debt funds. "With the Sensex down by 12,780 points from its September peak and reaching at the level of 73,198, the experts recommend that most investors should continue to invest in large caps or food flexi cap, ...[+11504 chars]" 2025-03-03T06:05:20 Capital A ESG scores hit new heights Marga Manlapig https://www.traveldailymedia.com/capital-a-esg-scores-hit-new-heights https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-live-traveldailymedia/2025/03/fa670a71-esgprfor24feb2025pr.png US en AirAsia parent firm Capital A Bhd and Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV) recently hit record sustainability scores per the latest ratings released by regional exchanges and international assessment bodies as of end-2024. Capital A's FTSE ESG ratings rose to 3.5 out of a maximum 5, up from 3.2 the previous year. AAV received its first internationally benchmarked score of 3.7. AirAsia parent firm Capital A Bhd and Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV) recently hit record sustainability scores per the latest ratings released by regional exchanges and international asses...[+3204 chars] 2025-03-03T05:24:14 Women on UK company boards rise, leadership roles lag Cyprus Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/Women_on_UK_company_boards_rise_leadership_roles_lag https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/[] US en Women make up 43% of the boards of directors of Britain's 350 biggest public companies. Report says more work is needed to boost women's representation in leadership roles. UK is leading the charge for gender equality in boardrooms, but cannot rest on its laurels. Women make up about 43 per cent of the boards of directors of Britain's 350 biggest public companies, according to a government-backed report that also said more work was needed to boost women's repre...[+141 chars] 2025-03-03T05:10:00 Capital A soars in ESG rankings https://www.thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2025/03/03/capital-a-soars-in-esg-rankings https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/03/03/3193991.jpeg MY en Capital A Bhd and its associate, Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV), achieved record-high sustainability scores in the latest ratings released by regional exchanges and international assessment bodies in December 2024. At the group level, Capital A's FTSE ESG ratings increased to 3.5 out of a maximum of 5, up from 3.2 the previous year. The group recorded a significant rise in its S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) score, jumping to 47% from 40%. It surpassed the airline category average for the second consecutive year. AAV, the operator of Thai AirAsia, received its first internationally benchmarked FTSe ESG score SEPANG: Capital A Bhd and its associate, Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV), achieved record-high sustainability scores in the latest ratings released by regional exchanges and international a...[+3370 chars] 2025-03-03T05:00:00 "‘ESG isn't just a responsibility – it's a strategic advantage"": Irish business reacts to EU rollback" Laura Roddy https://www.businesspost.ie/news/esg-isnt-just-a-responsibility-its-a-strategic-advantage-irish-business-reacts-to-eu-rollback https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=a2c1e779-faf1-5853-8fd1-ea1a95d080de&type=preview&function=original IE en "Viewpoint asks Irish business leaders their view on if ESG measures are good for business and if the EU is right in ""watering down"" corporate reporting rules as it is for the good of the economy and the environment. It is also about the EU's decision to change the Corporate Reporting Act." "Viewpoint Viewpoint: We ask Irish business leaders their view on if ESG measures are good for business, and if the EU is right in 'watering down' corporate reporting rules" 2025-03-03T04:55:00 Age diversity is the key to boardroom excellence ​Sophie Randles https://www.scotsman.com/business/age-diversity-is-the-key-to-boardroom-excellence-5011552 https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjQxNjM2NDE1LTdkNzMtNDhkMC04ZTQ3LWYyOTRhODVkYTZjNTo3NWFjY2E4Mi05NDI3LTQ2NWMtYTA4Yi0zMjY1ZDU1ODc1MTc=.jpg?width=1010&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Sophie Randles is a Director at Livingston James, a leading executive search firm that works with some of the world's biggest employers. She believes that the leaders of tomorrow deserve a seat at the table be they 25 or 65. She also believes that businesses need to balance youthful innovation with seasoned wisdom to remain competitive. "The leaders of tomorrow deserve a seat at the table be they 25 or 65, writes Sophie Randles Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up T...[+7472 chars]" 2025-03-03T04:30:25 OSG Extends Adoption of Graphene-Based Propeller Coating Across Fleet https://www.maritime-executive.com/corporate/osg-extends-adoption-of-graphene-based-propeller-coating-across-fleet https://maritime-executive.com/media/images/article/Photos/Machinery/OSG-GIT-Coatings-1-.c7bde5.292c97.jpg US en Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc. has extended their adoption of GIT Coatings' graphene-based propeller coating, XGIT-PROP, across seven additional crude oil tankers. The first application of the XgIT- PROP on an OSG tanker has seen performance gains and fuel savings proven beyond expectations. "[By: GIT Coatings] One of the world's leaders in energy transportation, Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc. ('OSG') has decided to extend their adoption of GIT Coatings' graphene-based propeller coating,...[+2893 chars]" 2025-03-03T04:30:00 Passive investing is about simplicity; dont give into active fund management lurking in the garb of thematic passive funds Dhirendra Kumar https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/invest/passive-investing-is-about-simplicity-dont-give-into-active-fund-management-lurking-in-the-garb-of-thematic-passive-funds/articleshow/118641938.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118649862,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-195954,overlay-etwealth/articleshow.jpg IN en Fund houses are exploiting a loophole in Sebi's regulatory framework. They commission custom indices and launch 'passive' funds tracking them. The National Stock Exchange offers at least 120 equity indices, while the Bombay Stock Exchange has at least 64. The indices with names like 'Alpha Quality Value Low Volatility 30', 'EV & New Age Automotive', 'ESG', and 'Enhanced ESG' are not genuine passive funds. "There's a curious charade playing out in the Indian mutual fund industry , one that turns the very concept of passive investing on its head. Fund houses have discovered a convenient loophole in Sebi's...[+7305 chars]" 2025-03-03T04:30:00 The future of sustainability careers: A new era of opportunities Santonu Goswami https://www.thehindu.com/education/future-sustainability-careers-a-new-era-of-opportunities/article69278489.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/education/mk0pvb/article69278504.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/iStock-2150134039.jpg IN en Sustainability is no longer a niche profession confined to environmental activism or corporate social responsibility. It has transformed into a central force shaping global economies, industries, and societies. The field has expanded beyond the traditional roles of conservationists, environmental scientists, and sustainability officers to include data analysts, financial strategists, policy advisors, urban planners, and creative storytellers. Sustainability is no longer a niche profession confined to environmental activism or corporate social responsibility. It has transformed into a central force shaping global economies, industries, and ...[+7284 chars] 2025-03-03T04:24:46 NGX Group declares record dividends on robust earnings The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4158156/ngx-group-declares-record-dividends-on-robust-earnings.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The board of directors of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) Plc recommended distribution of N4.4 billion as cash dividends to shareholders. It is the highest dividend by the holding group for NGX Group. The group declared record dividends on robust earnings. The board of directors of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) Plc has recommended distribution of N4.4 billion as cash dividends to shareholders, the highest dividend by the holding group forThe post ...[+125 chars] 2025-03-03T04:24:46 NNPCL reassures on corporate responsibility The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4158134/nnpcl-reassures-on-corporate-responsibility.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en NNPCL has expressed its commitment to adding value to various sectors and communities across Nigeria. Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPCL, Olufemi Soneye, reassures on the company's corporate responsibility. The Nation newspaper is a subsidiary of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited. The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has expressed its commitment to adding value to various sectors and communities across Nigeria. Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPCL, Ol...[+115 chars] 2025-03-03T04:17:00 Alliance Finance rings CSE bell with first NBFI Green Bond https://www.ft.lk/financial-services/Alliance-Finance-rings-CSE-bell-with-first-NBFI-Green-Bond/42-773718 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_eae51d87a9.jpg LK en Alliance Finance Company PLC (AFC) is Sri Lanka's oldest operating non-banking financial institution. AFC has been a pioneer in sustainable finance since its inception in 1956. The company has empowered thousands of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) while contributing to the country's economic growth. Alliance Finance Company PLC (AFC), Sri Lanka's oldest operating non-banking financial institution, marked a significant milestone with the issuance of its Green Bond on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CS...[+2976 chars] 2025-03-03T03:40:18 Climate action fatigue, cancer for the global environment Peter Makwanya https://www.newsday.co.zw/opinion-analysis/article/200039019/climate-action-fatigue-cancer-for-the-global-environment https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2025/03/LTEkqk8134MVKb4HSFtDJCNBuR5bfZAaZWDosFhA.jpg ZW en The SDG13-climate action is the most important of the global climate development goals. There are 170 daily actions to be performed according to the global goals. The main visible climate actions are land regeneration to avoid desertification, improve small-scale farming for food security and reduce emissions for just transitions and low-carbon economies. Too much talk has overridden real climate action on the ground. "WHEN global climate goals were crafted, stakeholders believed they had come up with the right tonic and panacea for tackling global problems. WHEN global climate goals were crafted, stakeholders belie...[+5435 chars]" 2025-03-03T03:02:22 NGX Group declares record dividends on robust earnings Taofik Salako https://thenationonlineng.net/ngx-group-declares-record-dividends-on-robust-earnings https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03035608/Nigerian_Exchange_Group_logo.svg_.png NG en The board of directors of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) Plc recommended distribution of N4.4 billion as cash dividends to shareholders. It is the highest dividend by the holding group for the Nigerian Exchange (NGx) and other market-intermediating companies. The 2024 results marked a pivotal moment in NGX Group's post-demutualisation growth journey. The board of directors of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) Plc has recommended distribution of N4.4 billion as cash dividends to shareholders, the highest dividend by the holding group for the Nige...[+4432 chars] 2025-03-03T02:59:41 NEITI tasks oil firms on host communities Our Reporter https://thenationonlineng.net/neiti-tasks-oil-firms-on-host-communities https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03034608/neiti_care_img.7f4817cedecc0edd8152.jpg NG en The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has urged oil companies operating in Nigeria to prioritise the development of their host communities. NEITI's Executive Secretary, Dr Orji Ogbonnaya Orji, made the call at the official presentation of a Policy Brief on 3% Operating Expenses for Host Communities in Abuja. "The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has urged oil companies operating in Nigeria to prioritise the development of their host communities. NEITI's Executive Secretary, Dr ...[+2997 chars]" 2025-03-03T01:36:33 Morgan Stanley Reaffirms Their Buy Rating on Endeavour Group Ltd (EDV) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/morgan-stanley-reaffirms-their-buy-rating-on-endeavour-group-ltd-edv-1034429418 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Morgan Stanley analyst Melinda Baxter maintained a Buy rating on Endeavour Group Ltd (EDV – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$5.90. The company's shares closed today at A$4.20. Macquarie maintained a Hold rating on EDV yesterday. EDV market cap is currently A$7.47B and has a P/E ratio of 16.27. "Morgan Stanley analyst Melinda Baxter maintained a Buy rating on Endeavour Group Ltd (EDV – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$5.90. The company's shares closed today at A$4.20. Discov...[+781 chars]" 2025-03-03T00:30:46 Megatrends that will trump any MAGA trend Matt Kean https://www.afr.com/policy/energy-and-climate/megatrends-that-will-trump-any-maga-trend-20250303-p5lgf6 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.2774%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/86bf396cfdc22c9b372ec7bf5f190f3fba55e61b AU en Geopolitical, technological and market volatility are among this era's only certainties. Businesses, investors and the wider community in Australia and beyond can't let short-term squalls blow us off our long-term course to cut carbon emissions. "Geopolitical, technological and market volatility are among this era's only certainties. It can be challenging to peek beyond today's headlines, let alone focus on seemingly distant dates like 2050. A...[+164 chars]" 2025-03-03T00:00:00 How The Purpose Pledge Is Redefining Business Ethics In The Trump Era Errol Schweizer https://www.forbes.com/sites/errolschweizer/2025/03/03/how-the-purpose-pledge-is-redefining-business-ethics-in-the-trump-era https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c52183a3551f5090f654f7/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The Purpose Pledge was initiated in 2022 by Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, worker cooperative consultancy LIFT Economy, and the nonprofit organization One Step Closer. The Pledge grew out of a shared frustration over greenwashing in the food industry. Food industry workers are among the lowest paid workers in the U.S., earning a median income of $28,000 per year. "The Purpose Pledge is a coalition of food and wellness brands focused on sustainability and economic ... [+] justice. A new coalition of food and wellness companies is looking to redefine business eth...[+7353 chars]" 2025-03-03T00:00:00 How Big Is BP's Stranded Assets Problem? Robert G. Eccles https://www.forbes.com/sites/bobeccles/2025/03/03/how-big-is-bps-stranded-assets-problem https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c4cf2b139a548370e5e5e7/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en BP's share price has been flat in the last five years, going from $31.29 on February 28, 2020, to $33.12 on February 27, 2025, for a market cap of $88.08 billion. The company has dramatically underperformed its Western oil and gas major peers. Activist hedge fund Elliott Management has acquired nearly five percent of the company's shares. The short answer is: Zero. If anything, the company has the opposite problem of not having enough oil assets. This is the result of a misguided move into renewable energy where the company misjudged t...[+10527 chars] 2025-03-03T00:00:00 How To Master Transparent Leadership And Foster Unshakable Team Trust Caroline Castrillon https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolinecastrillon/2025/03/03/how-to-master-transparent-leadership-and-foster-unshakable-team-trust https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c62385f72ac8161a8f03de/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Transparent leadership means leading with honesty to build team trust. According to research from MIT, trust in the workplace leads to a remarkable 260% increase in motivation, 41% lower absenteeism, and 50% less employee turnover. Transparent leadership benefits not only employees but also the organization's image. "Transparent leadership means leading with honesty to build team trust. As workplaces continue to transform rapidly, transparent leadership has emerged as more than a buzzword. It's become essential fo...[+6068 chars]" 2025-03-03T00:00:00 OSG Extends Adoption of Graphene-Based Propeller Coating Across Fleet The Maritime Executive https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/OSG_Extends_Adoption_of_GrapheneBased_Propeller_Coating_Acro https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Overseas Shipholding Group has extended their adoption of GIT Coatings' graphene-based propeller coating, XGIT-PROP, across seven additional crude oil tankers. Previously, OSG had successfully applied the coating on the previous oil tanker. One of the world's leaders in energy transportation, Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc. ('OSG') has decided to extend their adoption of GIT Coatings' graphene-based propeller coating, XGIT-PROP, across ...[+105 chars] 2025-03-03T00:00:00 CHANGES TO BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP OF COCA-COLA EUROPACIFIC PARTNERS PLC (Form 6-K) (Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/changes_to_board_committee_membership_of_cocacola_europacifi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en List identifying information required to be furnished by Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of The Securities Exchange Act February 1-28, 2025. List information required by FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. ) List identifying information required to be furnished by Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of The Securities Exchange Act February 1-28, 2025 Information Required ...[+72 chars] 2025-03-03T00:00:00 Essex council asked to approve new standards for town's noise by-law CTV https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/Essex_council_asked_to_approve_new_standards_for_town_s_nois https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Essex council has been asked to approve changes to the Essex County Council’s agenda. It is expected to approve a proposal to change the council's policy on the county council's agenda, which includes changes to council's decision-making on the council agenda. Essex council has been asked to approve changes to 2025-03-03T00:00:00 Navigating EU's digital mandate The News International https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/Navigating_EU_s_digital_mandate https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Union is reaffirming its dedication to sustainability and transparency by enacting the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This regulation is significant for the EU's efforts to promote transparency and sustainability. The EU flags are fluttering outside the European Commission building in Brussels. This picture shows the European Union flags fluttering outside the European Commission building in Brussels. — AFP/File The European Union (EU) is reaffirming its dedication to sustainability and tran...[+107 chars] 2025-03-03T00:00:00 Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA: Fresenius announces its intention to reduce its stake in Fresenius Medical Care AG from currently around 32.2% to no less than 25% plus one share Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/Fresenius_SE_Co_KGaA_Fresenius_announces_its_intention_to_re https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA intends to reduce its stake in Fresenius Medical Care AG from 32.2% to no less than 25% plus one share 03-March-2025. There is disclosure of an inside information acc. to the company. Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA / Key word(s): Investment Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA: Fresenius announces its intention to reduce its stake in Fresenius Medical Care AG from currently around 32.2% to no less tha...[+95 chars] 2025-03-03T00:00:00 US Treasury Department suspends enforcement of BOI reporting, says it plans narrow mandate's scope The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/US_Treasury_Department_suspends_enforcement_of_BOI_reporting_u https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirement was introduced with the enactment of the Corporate Transparency Act in the US in 2021. It requires companies to report the BOI to comply with the act.  i in the United States. The beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirement was introduced with the enactment of the Corporate Transparency Act in the US in 2021 2025-03-03T00:00:00 Total Voting Rights (Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/Total_Voting_Rights_CocaCola_Europacific_Partners_plc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en As at 28 February 2025, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc had 460,587,891 ordinary shares of €0.01 each in issue, each with one vote attached. There were no shares attached to the shares. This notification is made in conformity with DTR 5.6 of the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. ) Total Voting Rights and Capital This notification is made in conformity with DTR 5.6 of the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. As at 28 February 2025, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners p...[+97 chars] 2025-03-03T00:00:00 Oculis Publishes Notifications of Transactions by Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/Oculis_Publishes_Notifications_of_Transactions_by_Persons_Di_f https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The notifications relate to the vesting and settlement of RSUs previously granted to directors of the Company.  In Swiss currency, RSUs are non-renewable. In the English language RSUs can be exchanged for cash or other assets. ZUG, Switzerland, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The attached notifications relate to the vesting and settlement of RSUs previously granted to directors of the Company. 2025-03-03T00:00:00 IASB's climate reporting examples get broad support, but challenges remain IPE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/03/IASB_s_climate_reporting_examples_get_broad_support_but_chal https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The board has long argued that its standards are adequate for reporting on climate change, even though they do not explicitly address the issue.    in the board has argued its standards is adequate but do not address climate change. The board has long argued its standards are adequate for reporting on climate change, even though they do not explicitly address it 2025-03-03T00:00:00 World Bank investment advice to SA sounds similar to that of Afriforum, Solidarity e NCA https://www.enca.com/top-stories/world-bank-investment-advice-sa-sounds-similar-afriforum-solidarity-bbc https://www.enca.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-07/web_photo_rand_140120.jpg.webp?itok=LkOwDKsC ZA en The Black Business Council is concerned with recommendations by the World Bank. The bank suggests that for South Africa to attract investment, it should pull back on BEE and other economic empowerment laws. BBC CEO Kganki Matabane says the recommendations sound similar to those of Afriforum and Solidarity. BBC will engage World Bank to correct their misconception. "JOHANNESBURG - The Black Business Council is concerned with recommendations by the World. The bank suggests that for South Africa to attract investment, it should pull back on BEE and other economic e...[+756 chars]" 2025-03-02T23:36:17 Morgans Keeps Their Hold Rating on Endeavour Group Ltd (EDV) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/morgans-keeps-their-hold-rating-on-endeavour-group-ltd-edv-1034429331 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Alexander Lu from Morgans maintained a Hold rating on Endeavour Group Ltd with a price target of A$4.35. Macquarie also maintained a hold rating on the stock with a A $4.10 price target. The company has an analyst consensus of Moderate Buy. In a report released today, Alexander Lu from Morgans maintained a Hold rating on Endeavour Group Ltd (EDV – Research Report), with a price target of A$4.35. The company's shares closed today at A$4.2...[+851 chars] 2025-03-02T23:15:12 SSR Mining to voluntarily delist from ASX Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/ssr-mining-to-voluntarily-delist-from-asx-1034429344 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en SSR Mining has received formal approval from the Australian Securities Exchange to be removed from the official list of ASX entities. The Company expects that the Delisting will occur on 8 April, 2025. The CHESS depositary interests will be suspended and cease to trade on the ASX at the close of trade on 4 April 2025. SSR Mining (SSRM) announces that the Company has requested and received formal approval from the Australian Securities Exchange to be removed from the official list of ASX entities pursuant to ASX Lis...[+445 chars] 2025-03-02T23:10:22 Can Wiseway Group Limited (ASX:WWG) Improve Its Returns? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/wiseway-group-limited-asx-wwg-231022649.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/ae8872ebc1c143362ada976ee9b011cc US en Wiseway Group Limited (ASX:WWG) has a return on equity of 6.5% based on the trailing twelve months to December 2024. The company made AU$1.3m profit from continuing operations. The industry average for the Logistics industry is 11%. Many investors are still learning about the various metrics that can be useful when analysing a stock. This article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE). To keep the lesso...[+4059 chars] 2025-03-02T22:56:54 Royal Society to meet after fellow Elon Musk accused of ‘promoting conspiracies' Pol Allingham https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/elon-musk-royal-society-stephen-curry-adrian-twitter-b1214246.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/03/02/22/ce35a5abd4eda15620eccd53f4afb307Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQxMDQwMzI5-2.74407886.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en 'Mr Musk deviated from the standard in a very serious way', he said. He is in violation of the letter signed by everyone who has signed the letter, including Elon Musk, who has 'deviated from that standard' in a'very serious way'. 'In that respect it seems to me, and it seems to everybody who has signed the letter, that Mr Musk has deviated from that standard in a very serious way', he added. 2025-03-02T22:30:00 OPINON: Senate Bill 4 threatens New Mexico's economic future Ernie C'De Baca https://www.abqjournal.com/opinion/article_ced378e2-f56b-11ef-8f6a-ff545542dab2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/abqjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/6/47/6479633e-e4dc-11ef-bb02-4b3fdba26516/67a53c1622262.image.jpg?crop=362%2C362%2C0%2C34&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce president and CEO expresses grave concerns over Senate Bill 4 (SB4), the Clear Horizons and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Act. SB4 will drive economic development to neighboring states like Texas and Oklahoma, limiting job growth and diversification opportunities for New Mexicans. Key industries will be disproportionately affected by the bill's unrealistic emissions standards. As the president and CEO of the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce, I stand united with business leaders across New Mexico in expressing grave concerns over Senate Bill 4 (SB4), the Clear Horizon...[+799 chars] 2025-03-02T21:24:39 BJP's Sachdeva Exposes AAP Delhi Corruption in CAG Reports IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/cag-reports-time-aap-face-questions-corruption-delhi-says-273 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en BJP promises transparent governance after exposing AAP policy irregularities. CAG reports highlight potential corruption in excise policy. Sachdeva demands accountability from the previous AAP administration. He expressed confidence that the BJP government will fulfil all poll promises and all those responsible for lapses highlighted by the reports will be liable to face action. "BJP promises transparent governance after exposing AAP policy irregularities CAG reports highlight potential corruption in excise policy Sachdeva demands accountability from previous AAP administratio...[+1543 chars]" 2025-03-02T19:06:24 SSR Mining to Voluntarily Delist From ASX Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/ssr-mining-to-voluntarily-delist-from-asx https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250228552121r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en SSR Mining Inc. has received approval from the Australian Securities Exchange to be removed from the official list of ASX entities. The Company expects that the Delisting will occur on 8 April, 2025. The CHESS depositary interests will be suspended and cease to trade on the ASX at the close of trade on 4 April 2025. "Article content DENVER — SSR Mining Inc. (Nasdaq/TSX: SSRM, ASX: SSR) ('SSR Mining' or the 'Company') announces that the Company has requested and received formal approval from the Australian Securiti...[+328 chars]" 2025-03-02T19:00:08 SSR Mining to Voluntarily Delist From ASX Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/ssr-mining-to-voluntarily-delist-from-asx/article_62d3d95d-e921-5974-82b0-bc15f910c4d5.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en SSR Mining Inc. has requested and received formal approval from the Australian Securities Exchange to be removed from the official list of ASX entities pursuant to ASX Listing Rule 17.11 ('Delisting') SSR Mining is a company listed on the Nasdaq/TSX and ASX. "SSR Mining Inc. (Nasdaq/TSX: SSRM, ASX: SSR) (""SSR Mining"" or the 'Company"") announces that the Company has requested and received formal approval from the Australian Securities Exchange ('ASX') to be...[+97 chars]" 2025-03-02T18:53:05 Australia's key climate policy faces an uncertain future Tom Lowrey https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-03/safeguard-mechanism-climate-policy-uncertain/104996022 https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/eb18a8ac463c86c6e4f4ce4796740247?impolicy=wcms_watermark_news&cropH=1758&cropW=3125&xPos=0&yPos=83&width=862&height=485&imformat=generic AU en The safeguard mechanism was introduced under the Turnbull government nearly a decade ago. It was significantly strengthened under the Albanese government. It caps the emissions of the country's heaviest-emitting companies and projects, and successively lowers that limit by roughly 5 per cent each year. It's a key plank of the government's efforts to reach a 43 per cent reduction in emissions by 2030, and net zero by 2050. The Coalition opposed the changes at the time and has kept up its criticism, but is yet to spell out whether it plans any changes to the scheme if it wins the next election. "Some business and climate groups have voiced their support for keeping one of the federal government's key climate policies in place, with the Coalition yet to commit to its future. The safeguard mech...[+6865 chars]" 2025-03-02T17:20:42 The WOKE WAR on gaming: How Mark Kern and gamers are fighting back against DEI corruption Tags https://www.naturalnews.com/2025-03-02-mark-kern-gamers-fighting-back-dei-corruption.html https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2025/03/Child-Boy-Shocked-Military-Video-Game.jpg US en "Mark Kern is leading a movement against the ""woke agenda"" in the video game industry. He is calling for a two-year boycott of AAA games made by woke studios. Over 250,000 gamers have joined the Sweet Baby Inc. group on Steam." "The WOKE WAR on gaming: How Mark Kern and gamers are fighting back against DEI corruption The video game industry has become a focal point in the culture war, with DEI initiatives and ESG funding driv...[+6133 chars]" 2025-03-02T16:13:03 After the Bell: King V — a new crown, same old kingdom Tim Cohen https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-03-02-after-the-bell-king-v-a-new-crown-same-old-kingdom https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/iStock-584579908.jpg?fit=1280%2C697&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en A new version of the King Code, King V, is out for public comment. The new version has stricter independence guidelines for board members and mandatory cooling-off periods for retired CEOs before they can become board chairs. It also has a specific nine-year limit for independent directors to avoid entrenchment. A new version of the King Code, King V, is out for public comment. It's a curious moment for the code because for me, it constitutes one of those dual-perspective occasions. You don't have to be an ou...[+5631 chars] 2025-03-02T16:12:47 Grosvenor Advances Sustainability with New Solar Installations in San Source https://hoodline.com/2025/03/grosvenor-advances-sustainability-with-new-solar-installations-in-san-jose-office-properties https://img.hoodline.com/2025/3/grosvenor-advances-sustainability-with-new-solar-installations-in-san-jose-office-properties-4.webp US en Grosvenor has installed solar arrays at two of its San Jose office properties. The newly launched solar power arrays are expected to produce 2,899 MWh of energy annually. This green initiative aligns with the company's broader pledge to reduce its carbon footprint and enhance efficiency across all projects. Grosvenor, an international property development firm, has installed solar arrays at two of its San Jose office properties, stepping forward in its commitment to sustainability. The newly launched sol...[+1901 chars] 2025-03-02T16:01:00 IICA hosts National Association of Impact Leaders meet in Goa to strengthen ESG leadership in India https://www.aninews.in/news/national/general-news/iica-hosts-national-association-of-impact-leaders-meet-in-goa-to-strengthen-esg-leadership-in-india20250302213146 https://d3lzcn6mbbadaf.cloudfront.net/media/details/ANI-20250302160056.jpg IN en The inaugural National Association of Impact Leaders (NAIL) Meet 2025 was held in Goa on Sunday. It was attended by over 100 participants, including ESG professionals, policymakers, and thought leaders. The event was organized by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) under the aegis of the Government of India. The third edition of the flagship ESG annual conference of IICA will be held on July 2-3, 2025. "ANI | Updated: Mar 02, 2025 21:31 IST New Delhi [India], March 2 (ANI): The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), under the aegis of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, hos...[+4383 chars]" 2025-03-02T15:53:55 BlackRock's ‘woke' era is over Jack Pitcher https://finance.yahoo.com/news/blackrock-woke-era-over-103000064.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/nxLA.91R4IwPVHArmvDR6A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_wall_street_journal_hosted_996/88c5c627b6a20771a777488209f92474 US en The world's largest investment firm, BlackRock, has withdrawn from the climate coalition and reversed several diversity, equity and inclusion policies. It has been gradually walking back its ESG initiatives for years after conservatives criticized the movement as being 'woke' and legal risks grew. The company has been able to maintain strong results throughout the controversy, reporting record inflows last year. "When BlackRock joined a U.N.-sponsored climate coalition in March 2021, sustainability groups were thrilled. Having the world's largest investment firm on board instantly lent credibility to the Net Z...[+6351 chars]" 2025-03-02T15:51:00 IICA ESG Leadership Meet Charts Corporate Sustainability Future IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/iica-meet-focuses-esg-leadership-boost-corporate-sustainability-581 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) organised an event with over 100 participants. It was attended by eminent ESG professionals, policymakers, and thought leaders. Panel discussion focused on the far-reaching implications of regulatory transformations, including SEBI's new norms and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. National Conference on Responsible Business Conduct will be held on July 2-3. The event, organised by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), attended by over 100 participants, served as a confluence of eminent ESG professionals, policymakers, and thought leaders, all...[+2510 chars] 2025-03-02T15:50:25 Wells Fargo Abandons Anti-Energy Political Goals Due to Attorney General Paxton's Efforts thekatynews https://thekatynews.com/2025/03/02/wells-fargo-abandons-anti-energy-political-goals-due-to-attorney-general-paxtons-efforts https://thekatynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Ken-Paxton-1.jpeg US en Wells Fargo abandoned their anti-energy goal of achieving net-zero for financed emissions by 2050. The bank also withdrew from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, which is a far-left activist organization. Attorney General Paxton commended Wells Fargo for its decision. "AUSTIN – Attorney General Paxton commended Wells Fargo for abandoning their anti-energy goal of achieving net-zero for financed emissions by 2050. Wells Fargo's decision came after Attorney General Pa...[+890 chars]" 2025-03-02T15:34:43 Thai hotels face EU sustainability challenge to remain on OTA's Gregers Møller https://scandasia.com/thai-hotels-face-eu-sustainability-challenge-to-remain-on-otas https://scandasia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/1727678002821.png TH en Thailand's tourism industry is facing a challenge due to new European Union (EU) sustainability regulations set to take effect in 2026. The largest Thai hotel corporations will be required first to be certified. More than 20,000 Thai hotels rely on online travel agencies such as Booking.com and Agoda. Without these certifications, Thai hotels may be excluded from these booking platforms. The Thai Hotels Association is calling for government support to expand the capacity of the Hotel Plus certification scheme. "The largest Thai hotel corporations will be required first to be certified. Thailand's tourism industry is facing a crucial challenge due to new European Union (EU) sustainability regulations set to t...[+2159 chars]" 2025-03-02T15:22:00 2025 Kingdee Group Global Partner Conference: Empowering Global Partners for World https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6049412 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Kingdee Group Global Partner Conference was held in Xi'an City on March 1, 2025. More than 2,000 Kingdee ecological partners from China, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other regions gathered together to discuss the global digital ecological landscape driven by AI technology. Shaochun XU, Chairman of the Board and CEO, believes that the golden decade of global AI+SaaS has arrived. XI'AN, China , March 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 1 , 2025, Kingdee Group Global Partner Conference was held in Xi'an City. The conference was organized by Kingdee Group(0268.HK). More than 2,000 ...[+2007 chars] 2025-03-02T15:01:51 Reps to investigate N9.4 trillion debt owed by oil companies Tony Akowe https://thenationonlineng.net/reps-to-investigate-n9-4-trillion-debt-owed-by-oil-companies https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/27152944/Reps-Nigeria.jpg NG en The House of Representatives will commence an investigative hearing on Monday, March 3, 2025 to examine outstanding debts owed by several oil companies to the Federation Account. The outstanding sum includes unpaid royalties, concession rentals, gas flare penalties, obligations from production-sharing contracts, repayment agreements, and modified carry arrangements. The companies to appear before the committee include Addax Petroleum Exploration Nigeria Ltd, AITEO Group Chevron Nig Ltd, Chorus Energy, Conoil Plc, Continental Oil & Gas Company Ltd, Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company, Esso E & P. Ltd, Frontier Oil Limited, General Hydrocarbons Limited, Nigeria Agip Expl. Ltd (NAE), Panocean Oil Nigeria Limited The House of Representatives will commence an investigative hearing on Monday, March 3, 2025, to examine outstanding debts owed by several oil companies to the Federation Account, totaling approximate...[+3143 chars] 2025-03-02T14:45:40 'What Did You Do Last Week? Part II': Musk's DOGE Issues Second Email Mandate For Executive Branch Employees Bibhu Pattnaik https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/news/what-did-you-do-last-week-part-ii-musk-s-doge-issues-second-email-mandate-for-executive-branch-employees/ar-AA1A5Ce5 US en Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has issued a second email directive to all executive branch employees. This directive requires employees to report their weekly achievements, with a new provision for classified information. This initiative is a significant step in the ongoing mission to streamline government operations under the Trump administration. Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has issued a second email directive to all executive branch employees. This directive requires employees to report their weekly achievements, wit...[+3308 chars] 2025-03-02T14:00:19 COLLINS: It's sad to see so many DEI initiatives cut back Doug Collins https://cfjctoday.com/2025/03/02/collins-its-sad-to-see-so-many-dei-initiatives-cut-back https://d2ksr9467jthww.cloudfront.net/20250228210232/b788cf49-eba4-4761-a7e5-5e9c551ed538.jpg CA en Doug Collins is disappointed by the number of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) projects that have come undone since the new U.S. administration was sworn in a couple of weeks ago. DEI initiatives were started during the Biden administration to make people aware of gay rights, lesbian rights, transgender rights and so on. Many firms, including some of the largest in the world, took a new approach to DEI after the new president signed the order. Some companies will fulfil their obligations, while others won't. "WE HAVE BEEN SADDENED by the number of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) projects that have come undone since the new U.S. administration was sworn in a couple of weeks back. A number of initiativ...[+1462 chars]" 2025-03-02T14:00:04 DEI comes and goes. Profits are forever JEFF SOMMER https://www.seattletimes.com/business/dei-comes-and-goes-profits-are-forever-commentary https://images.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/tzr-Y6Tw6YzK.jpg?d=1200x630 US en Trump administration has declared DEI illegal and immoral. Corporate America is bending with the political wind. Business Roundtable said in 2010 that they were devoted to serving employees and customers, protecting the environment and treating suppliers ethically. In 1970, Milton Friedman wrote an article in The New York Times Magazine about the Friedman Doctrine: The Social Responsibility of Business Is to Increase Its Profits. He was troubled by the rise of shareholder proxy campaigns, which push corporations to act in a progressive manner. "A prominent group of CEOs said almost six years ago that making profits for shareholders was only part of their business — and not necessarily the main part. Speaking collectively as the Business Roun...[+7124 chars]" 2025-03-02T13:01:21 Industry players demand clarity for carbon trade to deliver cuts Ruth Dea Juwita https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2025/03/02/industry-players-demand-clarity-for-carbon-trade-to-deliver-cuts.html https://img.jakpost.net/c/2025/02/05/2025_02_05_159937_1738734517._large.jpg ID en Industry Ministry will launch a general carbon trading scheme in 2027. It will focus on cement, fertilizer, steel, pulp and paper. The scheme will be separate from the voluntary carbon market on Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) Carbon and a limited mandatory scheme for coal-fired power plants introduced in 2023. "E xperts and industry players say the government must establish transparent targets and clear consequences for its upcoming general carbon trading scheme to ensure it delivers on the country's emissio...[+1118 chars]" 2025-03-02T13:00:00 TGT INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz and Grossman, LLC Reminds Stockholders of Target Corporation to Contact the Firm Today! PRESS RELEASE ACCESS NEWSWIRE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/tgt-investor-alert-bronstein-gewirtz-and-grossman-llc-reminds-stockholders-of-target-corporation-to-contact-the-firm-today-1034428683 https://app.accessnewswire.com/imagelibrary/e048dfe1-8431-459f-92cc-4eb19549bd52/978681/image.png US en Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) and certain of its officers. The lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws between March 9, 2022 and November 19, 2024. The Complaint alleges that the Defendants misled investors by making false and misleading statements about Target's Environmental, Social and Governance and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion mandates. NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 2, 2025 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Target...[+2726 chars] 2025-03-02T12:57:22 Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG) Passed Our Checks, And It's About To Pay A US$0.65 Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/arthur-j-gallagher-co-nyse-125722960.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cffbea492babb121240b33035b679148 US en Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.65 per share and in the last 12 months, the company paid a total of US$2.60 per share. It has a trailing yield of 0.8%. It has delivered an average of 6.1% per year annual increase in its dividend for the past 10 years. Its earnings per share are up 9.8% per annum over the last 5 years. It reinvests more than half of its earnings in the business. Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend date occurs one day before the record date, which is the day on which shareholders need to be on ...[+4256 chars] 2025-03-02T12:56:29 NGX Group Offers N4.4bn Dividend After N13.6bn Pre-Tax Profit in FY24 Aduragbemi Omiyale https://businesspost.ng/economy/ngx-group-offers-n4-4bn-dividend-after-n13-6bn-pre-tax-profit-in-fy24 https://businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/NGX-Group-Shares.png NG en Nigeria Exchange (NGX) Group Plc will share N4.4 billion as dividend for the 2024 financial year. The organisation made a profit before tax of N13.6 billion, marking 157.3 per cent year-on-year growth. The final dividend is the highest payout by the firm and amounts N2.00 per share. "By Aduragbemi Omiyale Shareholders of Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Group Plc will share N4.4 billion as dividend for the 2024 financial year, the company said in its results. The organisation is distributi...[+2787 chars]" 2025-03-02T12:19:48 Government seeks feedback on E-Governance Blueprint https://english.onlinekhabar.com/government-seeks-feedback-on-e-governance-blueprint.html https://english.onlinekhabar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/E-government-Blue-print-1024x500-1.jpg NP en The government introduced the E-Governance Blueprint to enhance economic transparency and competitiveness through digital governance. The blueprint focuses on simplifying interactions between citizens and service providers and reducing repetitive data submissions. It aligns with policies such as the ICT Policy 2015 and Digital Nepal Framework 2019 and highlights challenges such as policy limitations, regulatory gaps, technological constraints, and digital literacy barriers. "Kathmandu, March 2 The government has introduced the E-Governance Blueprint, a strategic initiative to enhance economic transparency and competitiveness through digital governance. The E-Governance Bo...[+1227 chars]" 2025-03-02T11:00:45 Collusion, Coercion, and the EU's Corporate Sustainability Directives Marlo Oaks https://www.theepochtimes.com/opinion/collusion-coercion-and-the-eus-corporate-sustainability-directives-5817427 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2023/03/07/European-Union-flag-700x420.jpg US en The European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directives (CSRD) mandate companies with operations in the EU to report on environmental and social impacts of their businesses. Epoch Times has written to President Trump asking him to open an investigation into CSRD. The CSRD is costly, prioritizes political agendas over investor returns and undermines U.S. sovereignty. "Commentary For years, unelected regulators and global financial firms have colluded and used other people's money to force businesses to address climate change and social issues. Under the guise of En...[+4841 chars]" 2025-03-02T10:47:15 Jamie Dimon's woke demons won't halt JPMorgan's DEI Charles Gasparino https://nypost.com/2025/03/02/business/jamie-dimons-woke-demons-wont-halt-jpmorgans-dei https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/newspress-collage-956dqrvaq-1740911398981.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1740893460&w=1024 US en JPMorgan Chase is revamping its website in response to pressure from the Trump administration. The company is changing public filings as they relate to intersectional hiring preferences at the bank. Jamie Dimon has a long history of supporting DEI and became obsessed with it in 2020 during the George Floyd riots. Under pressure from the Trump administration, JPMorgan is continuing to rework and reword its commitment to the controversial Diversity, Equity and Inclusion system of hiring and promotion, including ...[+5260 chars] 2025-03-02T10:45:38 Government directs SOEs to disclose assets and investments Monitoring Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/03/02/government-directs-soes-to-disclose-assets-and-investments https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/shehbaz-pm.jpg PK en The government has instructed all state-owned enterprises (SOEs) to disclose their assets and investments. The directive comes after the Central Monitoring Unit (CMU) identified serious lapses in SOE management and board disclosures. The Finance Ministry's crackdown follows reports of federal ministers and contractual employees holding SOE board positions in violation of governance laws. ISLAMABAD: The government has instructed all state-owned enterprises (SOEs) to disclose their assets and beneficially owned investments, following concerns over weak financial transparency and lack of...[+4312 chars] 2025-03-02T10:43:14 IICA hosts inaugural National Association of Impact Leaders Meet 2025 Statesman News Service https://www.thestatesman.com/india/iica-hosts-inaugural-national-association-of-impact-leaders-meet-2025-1503403615.html https://www.thestatesman.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Untitled-design-2025-03-02T161215.534-jpg.webp IN en The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs hosted the inaugural National Association of Impact Leaders (NAIL) Meet 2025 in Goa. The event was attended by over 100 participants. The panel discussion delved into the far-reaching implications of regulatory transformations, including SEBI's new norms, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), and the dissolution of Sustainable Accounting Standards Board (SASB). The 3rd edition of the flagship ESG annual conference of IICA will be held on the 2nd and 3rd of July 2025. "The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), under the aegis of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, hosted the inaugural National Association of Impact Leaders (NAIL) Meet 2025 in Goa. The event w...[+2213 chars]" 2025-03-02T10:30:00 BlackRock's ‘Woke' Era Is Over Jack Pitcher https://www.wsj.com/business/blackrocks-woke-era-is-over-ebdbd6e7 https://images.wsj.net/im-86792102/social US en BlackRock joined a U.N.-sponsored climate coalition in March 2021. Dozens of major investment managers followed BlackRock's lead. The coalition is committed to the goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. BlackRock BLK increased its share price by 3.48%. "When BlackRock BLK 3.48%increase; green up pointing triangle joined a U.N.-sponsored climate coalition in March 2021, sustainability groups were thrilled. Having the world's largest investment firm on...[+218 chars]" 2025-03-02T10:00:00 BP must learn from Unilever – once you go woke, it's hard to go back Matthew Lynn https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/03/02/bp-must-learn-from-unilever-once-you-go-woke-its-hard https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/02/28/TELEMMGLPICT000414084469_17407608791650_trans_NvBQzQNjv4BqcM9aBJczjGu2JtrWg8AaNYX55UGE1-QmdhXTcMmlCx4.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Comment GB en BP is going back to drilling for oil. The company will increase its oil and gas investments to $10bn (£7.9bn) a year and cut its renewable energy investment to between $1.5bn and $2bn a year. Unilever's CEO Hein Schumacher was ousted last week and the finance director Fernando Fernandez was installed to replace him. "A quarter of a century after it grandly proclaimed that it was going 'Beyond Petroleum', BP is going back to the stuff you drill out of the ground after all. Under pressure from its shareholders, Murr...[+5398 chars]" 2025-03-02T09:45:00 1 Glorious Growth Stock Down 47% You'll Wish You'd Bought on the Dip, According to Wall Street Anthony Di Pizio https://finance.yahoo.com/news/1-glorious-growth-stock-down-094500084.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/59huqZ4C2rRNLW7uJnC8aA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/motleyfool.com/a160b6dda434dfd3549cac24e5848fb5 US en Workiva (NYSE: WK) recently reported its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024. Its stock soared by as much as 8% in after-hours trading following the results, but it remains 47% below its record high which was set during the tech frenzy in 2021. The Wall Street Journal tracks 11 analysts covering Workiva stock, and they are overwhelmingly bullish on its prospects. The average price target is $119.78. Running a global organization is becoming increasingly complex. Managers are tasked with overseeing remote employees who are working across dozens of digital applications, so chasing down valuable dat...[+6551 chars] 2025-03-02T09:36:54 IICA meet focuses on ESG leadership to boost corporate sustainability The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/business/iica-meet-focuses-on-esg-leadership-to-boost-corporate-sustainability-950127 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2025/03/02/1528656-iica.jpg IN en The inaugural National Association of Impact Leaders (NAIL) meet 2025 was held in Panaji. It was organised by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA). It was attended by over 100 participants. It focused on strengthening ESG (environmental, social, and governance) leadership in India to foster corporate sustainability. The 3rd edition of the IICA's flagship ESG annual conference will be held on July 2-3. Panaji: The inaugural National Association of Impact Leaders (NAIL) meet 2025 held here focused on strengthening ESG (environmental, social, and governance) leadership in India to foster corporate sus...[+2843 chars] 2025-03-02T09:17:53 34% of women sexually harassed at work in Hong Kong but few take action: survey Wynna Wong https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3300730/34-women-sexually-harassed-work-hong-kong-few-take-action-survey https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/03/02/21d7d93b-63a9-4623-a352-866673abe123_a544c51e.jpg?itok=CE6moFQC&v=1740906932 HK en One third of women in Hong Kong have been sexually harassed in the workplace over the past three years. Most of them do nothing about it fearing it will affect their job or because they have accepted it as the norm. Lawmaker Elizabeth Quat Pei-fan, whose party jointly carried out the survey, said the issue of workplace sexual harassment in the city has not improved in decades. One-third of women in Hong Kong have been sexually harassed in the workplace over the past three years but most of them do nothing about it fearing it will affect their job or because they have accept...[+804 chars] 2025-03-02T09:11:51 New SEBI Chief Tuhin Kata Pandey Shares Four-Point Mantra For Capital Markets Regulator- Details https://zeenews.india.com/economy/new-sebi-chief-tuhin-kata-pandey-shares-four-point-mantra-for-capital-markets-regulator-details-2866197.html https://english.cdn.zeenews.com/sites/default/files/2025/03/02/1684787-sebi.jpg IN en Tuhin Kata Pandey is the new chairperson of SEBI. He has a four-point mantra for SEBI: trust, transparency, teamwork, teamwork and technology. Pandey was the Finance Secretary and Secretary of the Department of Revenue. He also played a key role in the formation of the Union Budget and drafting of the new Income Tax Bill. SEBI Chief's Mantra: The new SEBI Chairperson, Tuhin Kata Pandey, has a four-point mantra in mind -- trust, transparency, teamwork and technology -- for ensuring the continued efficiency of the capita...[+2239 chars] 2025-03-02T08:43:39 'Fearless Girl' statue sponsor State Street drops boardroom diversity targets Reuters https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/fearless-girl-statue-sponsor-state-street-drops-boardroom-diversity-8044b6d506bb97e546ff44b6afd19b55d02f742a https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/state-street-dei.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1740768656&w=1200 FR en State Street's asset management unit dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards. The changes are in line with those of other major asset managers under political pressure. State Street installed the first female director on its board in March 2017. State Street's asset management unit on Friday dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards, according to new proxy voting guidance posted on its...[+261 chars] 2025-03-02T08:42:50 The Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association announces JASTECA Awards 2025 bugsbunny http://colombogazette.com/2025/03/02/the-japan-sri-lanka-technical-and-cultural-association-announces-jasteca-awards-2025 http://colombogazette.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Image-04.jpg LK en The Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association (JASTECA) announced the launch of the prestigious JASTECA Awards 2025 to recognize the top-performing organizations in 5S, Kaizen, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) practices. The Awards ceremony is set to take place in September this year. Awards will be presented in Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Merit categories. .tdi_2.td-a-rec{text-align:center}.tdi_2.td-a-rec:not(.td-a-rec-no-translate){transform:translateZ(0)}.tdi_2 .td-element-style{z-index:-1}.tdi_2.td-a-rec-img{text-align:left}.tdi_2.td-a-rec-img img{ma...[+4175 chars] 2025-03-02T07:13:50 Green GCCI bats for Green Vibrant Ahmedabad Cover Story https://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/green-gcci-bats-for-green-vibrant/81886391.html https://media.ahmedabadmirror.com/am/uploads/mediaGallery/image/1740899211052.jpg-org IN en The Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) wants to make the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2026 (VGGS-2026) completely carbon neutral. The VGGS attracted over 1.31 lakh registrations in 2024 and hosted more than 150 seminars and programmes during its three-day run in Ahmedabad. The sustainability summit achieved carbon neutrality by offsetting 16 tonnes of CO2 emissions through a Miyawaki tree plantation project. The Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) is setting its sights on an ambitious goal: making the massive Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2026 (VGGS-2026) completely carbon neutral, following i...[+2033 chars] 2025-03-02T06:34:46 What Is SGL Carbon SE's (ETR:SGL) Share Price Doing? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sgl-carbon-ses-etr-sgl-063446449.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/8e5b7feff946a5236949391477b36a92 US en SGL Carbon SE (ETR:SGL) saw a 12% share price growth of 12% on the XTRA over the last few months. The company's profit is expected to grow by a double-digit 15% over the next couple of years. SGL Carbon's PE ratio is 7.32x, which is below the industry average of 17.9x. Its share price movements are magnified relative to the rest of the market, so the price can sink lower in the future. SGL Carbon SE (ETR:SGL), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a decent share price growth of 12% on the XTRA over the last few months. Shareholders may appreciate the recent price jump, but the ...[+3755 chars] 2025-03-02T06:10:02 We call upon the Minister of Natural Resources to confirm he has paid these taxes as mandated by the 2016 PSA Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/03/02/opinion/letters/we-call-upon-the-minister-of-natural-resources-to-confirm-he-has-paid-these-taxes-as-mandated-by-the-2016-psa https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en The Oil and Gas Governance Network Guyana (OGGNG) is concerned about the tax practices associated with the oil extraction operations of ExxonMobil and its partners – Hess Corporation and China National Offshore Oil Company (CNOOC) – in Guyana. According to the 2016 Production Sharing Agreement, the Minister of Natural Resources is responsible for remitting the required corporate income taxes for 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. No official confirmation has been provided to date. "Dear Editor, The Oil and Gas Governance Network Guyana (OGGN) has previously raised critical concerns regarding the tax practices associated with the oil extraction operations of ExxonMobil and its pa...[+3571 chars]" 2025-03-02T06:00:00 Palestinian solidarity protest calls for council to divest from Israel investments Sean Meleady https://www.eadt.co.uk/news/24971513.ipswich-endeavour-house-palestine-protest https://www.eadt.co.uk/resources/images/19144790.jpg?type=og-image GB en Members of Ipswich and South Suffolk Palestine Solidarity Campaign held a protest outside the Endeavour House headquarters in Ipswich. They wanted to inform council employees about the pension investments in Israeli-linked companies. PSC say local government pension schemes across the country collectively hold £4.4 billion investments in companies supplying weapons and military technology to Israel to be used for attacks on Palestinians. "Members of Ipswich and South Suffolk Palestine Solidarity Campaign held the demonstration outside the council's Endeavour House headquarters in Ipswich. Waving Palestinian and trade union flags they g...[+2841 chars]" 2025-03-02T05:54:54 Musk's Doge doubles down on weekly updates email. Will this be ignored again? https://www.firstpost.com/world/united-states/musks-doge-doubles-down-on-weekly-updates-email-will-this-be-ignored-again-13867941.html https://images.firstpost.com/uploads/2025/02/cabinet1-2025-02-474bc8f25034eac5995d360aeca36461.jpg?im=FitAndFill=(1200,675) IN en Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) sent a second mass e-mail to executive branch employees asking them to list their weekly accomplishments by midnight Monday. FBI Director Kash Patel and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard told their agencies to ignore the demand. Trump said those who don't answer the email are at risk of being fired. "The mail was sent via the Office of Personnel Management and bore the subject line 'What did you do last week? Part II,"" which was seen as the callback to last week's email the department sent that ca...[+3089 chars]" 2025-03-02T03:27:00 505 students graduate from ISB Hyderabad Express News Service https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2025/Mar/02/505-students-graduate-from-isb-hyderabad https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-03-01%2Fwwyt3kyw%2Fstudents-graduate-from-ISB.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en A total of 505 students graduated from the Indian School of Business (ISB) on Saturday at its Hyderabad campus. The graduates belonged to various executive and advanced management programmes. Mahesh Kolli, founder and president of Greenko Group, was the chief guest at the ceremony. "HYDERABAD: A total of 505 students graduated from the Indian School of Business (ISB) during the graduation ceremony held on Saturday at its Hyderabad campus. The graduates belonged to various executi...[+964 chars]" 2025-03-02T02:43:07 The past five years for First Sponsor Group (SGX:ADN) investors has not been profitable Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/past-five-years-first-sponsor-024307171.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/fe88d32e7b4d96f07a8c7994d005b611 US en First Sponsor Group Limited's share price fell 20% in the last five years. The company's TSR for the last 5 years was -7.9%, which exceeds the share price return mentioned earlier. Last year, the broader market gained around 25%, but First Sponsor Group shareholders lost 4.1%. Ideally, your overall portfolio should beat the market average. But in any portfolio, there will be mixed results between individual stocks. At this point some shareholders may be questioning their in...[+3738 chars] 2025-03-02T01:11:14 SECP clears amendments to modaraba ordinance Eric Shahzar https://www.dawn.com/news/1895183/secp-clears-amendments-to-modaraba-ordinance https://www.dawn.com/_img/social-default.jpg PK en The Policy Board of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Saturday approved the proposed amendments to the Modaraba Companies Ordinance 1980. The key reforms retained from the initial bill focus on promoting industry development, empowering investors, and enhancing regulatory alignment within the modaraba sector. ISLAMABAD: The Policy Board of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Saturday approved the proposed amendments to the Modaraba Companies and Modaraba (Floatation and Control) Or...[+1539 chars] 2025-03-02T01:00:00 Business Post View: Relaxing ESG rules must be simplification not deregulation https://www.businesspost.ie/analysis-opinion/business-post-view-relaxing-esg-rules-must-be-simplification-not-deregulation https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=13ec7698-bc2a-5d90-988f-297585e59ea3&type=preview&function=original IE en Business Post's View: Relaxing ESG rules must be simplification not deregulation. EU can be both the world's most competitive economy and the best and cleanest place to live. Two Italian statesmen – former European central bank president Mario Draghi and former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi – offer advice on how to revive Europe's sluggish economy. "Business Post's View Business Post View: Relaxing ESG rules must be simplification not deregulation EU can be both the world's most competitive economy and the best and cleanest place to live Business...[+328 chars]" 2025-03-02T01:00:00 Davy, Deloitte and Baker Tilly advisors react as EU takes blow torch to ESG Daniel Murray https://www.businesspost.ie/news/davy-deloitte-and-baker-tilly-advisors-react-as-eu-takes-blow-torch-to-esg https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=19ae97af-85c5-5dfc-bc01-9afa975f3968&type=preview&function=original IE en There is cautious welcome for some elements of the EU's'simplification' of regulations. There is also wide concern about backsliding on environmental commitments, however. The EU's regulations are aimed at simplifying and simplifying the regulation of the economy and environment. There has been cautious welcome for some elements of the EU's 'simplification' of regulations, but also wide concern about backsliding on environmental commitments 2025-03-02T00:28:54 DOGE sends out a second email requiring executive branch employees with new requirement Shane Galvin https://nypost.com/2025/03/01/us-news/doge-sends-out-a-second-email-requiring-executive-branch-employees-with-new-requirement https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/99529858.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has sent a second mass e-mail to executive branch agency employees. They have until 11:59 p.m. ET Monday to write an email listing 5 bullets describing what they accomplished last week. Last week's DOGE email caused an uproar and confusion. Several newly appointed agency heads told their employees to ignore the initiative. Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has sent out a second mass e-mail to executive branch employees requiring them to list their weekly accomplishments by midnight Monday — but with a new ...[+2604 chars] 2025-03-02T00:21:00 BlackRock ends DEI hiring goals in reversal of 2021 call to ‘embed DEI into everything' Thomas Stevenson https://thepostmillennial.com/blackrock-ends-dei-hiring-goals-in-reversal-of-2021-call-to-embed-dei-into-everything https://mr.cdn.ignitecdn.com/client_assets/thepostmillennial_com/media/picture/67c3/9ce2/5b48/c27f/cd59/17cf/original_pic_-_2025-03-01T184834.236.jpg?1740872931 CA en "Investment and financial giant BlackRock is changing its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. CEO Larry Fink told shareholders in 2021 that the company needed to ""embed DEI into everything we do"" in order to attract and retain top talent. There will be no goals for racial representation at BlackRock, but the company welcomes diverse talent worldwide." """Significant changes to the U.S. legal and policy environment related to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) that apply to many companies."" Investment and financial giant BlackRock is flipping the s...[+2919 chars]" 2025-03-02T00:00:00 Progressive Resistance: Eight Ways To Benefit From Social Progress Paul Klein https://www.forbes.com/sites/pklein/2025/03/02/progressive-resistance-eight-ways-to-benefit-from-social-progress https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c479dcb724fc918babef6f/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Today business leaders have a choice to make: retreat, continue and stay silent, or step up to lead what I call 'progressive resistance'. The evidence for the value of social progress is conclusive. Business leaders can take deliberate action to protect and expand social progress, even when governments or political movements push back. "Anand Mahindra, Chairman of the Mahindra Group, speaks at the Bloomberg Global Business Forum, ... [+] Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019 in New York. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan) Today, as business leaders, you h...[+5761 chars]" 2025-03-02T00:00:00 2024 Climate-related Disclosure Report (T&G Global Limited) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/02/2024_Climaterelated_Disclosure_Report_T_G_Global_Limited https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ) Climate-related Disclosure For the year ended 31 December 2024 Introduction Governance Strategy Risk management Metrics and targets Appendices Contents 01, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15. ) Climate- related Disclosure For the year ended 31 December 2024 Introduction Governance Strategy Risk management Metrics and targets Appendices Contents 01. 02. 03. 04. 05. 06. 2025-03-02T00:00:00 'Don't Google it, Just Grok it': Elon Musk endorses Grok AI chatbot by X The Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/02/Don_t_Google_it_Just_Grok_it_Elon_Musk_endorses_Grok_AI_chat https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Elon Musk has endorsed his AI chatbot Grok in a post on X on Sunday (IST). Musk is the CEO of X and the founder of xAI. The move comes amid growing competition between AI chatbots and Google Search. ""People are using apps like Grok now. " Elon Musk, the CEO of X and founder of xAI, endorsed his AI chatbot Grok in a post on X on Sunday (IST). Sharing a post that read, 'Don't Google it, Just Grok it,' Musk responded with a simple 'Yes,' ...[+253 chars] 2025-03-02T00:00:00 Lloyds scraps limits on bankers' flights in net zero climbdown The Daily Telegraph https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/02/Lloyds_scraps_limits_on_bankers_flights_in_net_zero_climbdow https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en """Lloyds is sending the wrong signal by giving up on counting international travel as part of its CO2 travel emission goals. Stepping back its corporate climate commitments is not the way forward.""   . ""Lloyd's is sending a wrong signal"" " """ Lloyds is sending the wrong signal by giving up on counting international travel as part of its CO2 travel emission goals. Stepping back its corporate climate commitments is not the way forward. """ 2025-03-02T00:00:00 Australia's key climate policy faces an uncertain future system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/02/Australias_key_climate_policy_faces_an_uncertain_future https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Some business and climate groups have voiced their support for keeping one of the federal government's key climate policies in place. The Coalition is yet to commit to the future of the policy, which is important for the economy and for the environment. . Some business and climate groups have voiced their support for keeping one of the federal government's key climate policies in place, with the Coalition yet to commit to its future. 2025-03-02T00:00:00 Is it ethical to put BAE Systems in my Stocks and Shares ISA? The Motley Fool https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/02/Is_it_ethical_to_put_BAE_Systems_in_my_Stocks_and_Shares_ISA https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Deciding what to put in my Stocks and Shares ISA isn't easy. There are over 60,000 listed companies to choose from, covering a multitude of countries and industries. The defence sector is one that I've never invested in. It begs the question: is it ethical to try and make money from companies selling? Deciding what to put in my Stocks and Shares ISA isn't easy. There are over 60,000 listed companies to choose from, covering a multitude of countries and industries. But the defence sector is one that...[+111 chars] 2025-03-01T23:14:10 SECP approves changes to Modaraba Ordinance APP https://tribune.com.pk/story/2531758/secp-approves-changes-to-modaraba-ordinance https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/1452047-secp-1499406517/1452047-secp-1499406517.jpg PK en The policy board of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Saturday approved proposed amendments to the Modaraba Companies Ordinance, 1980. The key reforms retained from the initial bill focus on promoting industry development, empowering investors and enhancing regulatory alignment within the modaraba sector. "Listen to article The policy board of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Saturday approved proposed amendments to the Modaraba Companies and Modaraba (Floatation and Control)...[+1848 chars]" 2025-03-01T23:03:30 K&S (ASX:KSC) Has Announced A Dividend Of A$0.08 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/k-asx-ksc-announced-dividend-230330071.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/de08ce5a09ed74f962345d43f617cd22 US en K&S Corporation Limited (ASX:KSC) will pay a dividend on the 3rd of April. The annual payment is 4.9% of the current stock price, which is above the average for the industry. The company has a long dividend history, but it has been cut at least once in the last 10 years. K&S has impressed Simply Wall St by growing EPS at 24% per year over the past five years. The board of K&S Corporation Limited (ASX:KSC) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 3rd of April, with investors receiving A$0.08 per share. This means the annual payment is 4.9% of the cu...[+3010 chars] 2025-03-01T23:01:25 It Might Not Be A Great Idea To Buy Smartgroup Corporation Ltd (ASX:SIQ) For Its Next Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/might-not-great-idea-buy-230125646.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7a9997715da94a925bc3a3ecccf9d032 US en Smartgroup Corporation Ltd (ASX:SIQ) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The company's upcoming dividend is AU$0.31 a share. Smartgroup has a trailing yield of 6.1% on its current stock price of AU$8.39. It paid out 90% of its free cash flow in the form of dividends last year, which is outside the comfort zone for most businesses. It looks like Smartgroup Corporation Ltd (ASX:SIQ) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend date is two business days before a company's record date in most cases, which is the d...[+4525 chars] 2025-03-01T22:25:18 Duxton Water (ASX:D2O) Is Increasing Its Dividend To A$0.0371 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/duxton-water-asx-d2o-increasing-222518461.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/1e4d9da8299b871fed224d11681a690a US en Duxton Water Limited (ASX:D2O) is increasing its periodic dividend to A$0.0371 on the 24th of April. This is 3.1% higher than last year's payment amount of A$ 0.036. It will take the annual payment to 5.6% of the stock price, which is above what most companies in the industry pay. Duxton Water has been growing its dividend quite rapidly. However, the short payment history makes us question whether this performance will persist across a full market cycle. Duxton Water Limited (ASX:D2O) has announced that it will be increasing its periodic dividend on the 24th of April to A$0.0371, which will be 3.1% higher than last year's comparable payment amount of ...[+3177 chars] 2025-03-01T22:13:32 Modi's Gujarat Leads India's Green Economy ESG Summit IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/gujarat-gcci-summit-highlights-indias-leadership-esg-green-economy-715 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en The Global Sustainability Summit brought together over 30 speakers and knowledge partners from various sectors and international experts to engage in meaningful dialogue on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Participants from the manufacturing, technology, energy, and finance sectors, as well as international delegates from the UK, Denmark, and the Netherlands, underscored the global significance of sustainability. The event brought together over 30 esteemed speakers and knowledge partners from various sectors, along with international experts, to engage in meaningful dialogue on Environmental, Social, and Gover...[+2920 chars] 2025-03-01T22:11:00 Ethical leadership and sustainable growth: Experts explain balancing profit with purpose https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ethical-leadership-and-sustainable-growth-experts-explain-balancing-profit-with-purpose/articleshow/118653800.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-47529300,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-110164,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Companies that prioritize ethical decision-making and sustainable business practices are more successful. Ethical leadership is the foundation of sustainable success. Businesses that integrate sustainability into their operations often see cost savings, operational efficiency and better risk management. Consumers and investors are demanding responsible business practices. "As businesses navigate a rapidly evolving global landscape, ethical leadership and sustainable have become central to long-term success. Companies that prioritize ethical decision-making and sustainab...[+1373 chars]" 2025-03-01T22:08:00 505 students graduate from ISB Hyderabad TNN https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/505-students-graduate-from-isb-hyderabad/articleshow/118653776.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-118653773,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-7248,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en 505 students graduated from the Indian School of Business's Hyderabad campus on Saturday. They were from postgraduate programmes for senior executives, working professionals, management in family business, advanced management programme in business analytics and AMPBA class of 2024. Greenko Group founder Mahesh Kolli urged the graduates to embrace the transformative opportunities that lie ahead and lead with curiosity, creativity, and purpose in shaping a sustainable and prosperous future. "Hyderabad: As many as 505 students from multiple postgraduate programmes (PGP) graduated from the Indian School of Business (ISB)'s Hyderabad campus on Saturday. The graduating students were from the ...[+1704 chars]" 2025-03-01T21:50:47 Govt orders SOEs to disclose assets Shahbaz Rana https://tribune.com.pk/story/2531751/govt-orders-soes-to-disclose-assets https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/mismanagement1740865735-0/mismanagement1740865735-0.jpeg PK en The government has instructed the management and boards of all state-owned enterprises (SOEs) to disclose their assets and beneficially owned investments. The Central Monitoring Unit found serious lapses on the part of boards and management. Federal ministers and contractual employees continue to sit on the boards of these companies in violation of the State-Owned Enterprises Act. "Listen to article The government has instructed the management and boards of all state-owned enterprises (SOEs) to disclose their assets and beneficially owned investments after discovering weak finan...[+6053 chars]" 2025-03-01T19:12:21 JPMorgan investing ‘sustainable' funds in mining giant Glencore system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/JPMorgan_investing_sustainable_funds_in_mining_giant_Glencor https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/[] US en Chuka Umunna has joined JPMorgan as an investment banker. He wants to raise money from investors who care about sustainability. Some of the investment funds JPMorgan calls'sustainable' are going to the mining giant Glencore, whose coal activity in South Africa is causing environmental damage. "web After a political career that included a run for Labour leader, Chuka Umunna turned his hand to investment banking. ' It's the other side of the fence of actually trying to change the world,' he s...[+1044 chars]" 2025-03-01T18:11:10 Andrew Cuomo's Bid for NYC Mayor: Former Governor Enters Race for New York City Mayorship archyde https://www.archyde.com/andrew-cuomos-bid-for-nyc-mayor-former-governor-enters-race-for-new-york-city-mayorship https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c34aa6d4c450cdbb7bb2b3/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=2055,1156,x0,y3,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Some companies are rolling back their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. State Street dropped its corporate board diversity requirement. The 2025 Oscars will feature performances from some of the biggest names in music, including Ariana Grande, doja Cat, and Cynthia Erivo. Ukrainian president Zelenskyy'stands his ground' after a meeting with Donald Trump. "Companies Reversing DEI Initiatives: A Closer Look In a notable shift, several companies are reassessing and, in certain specific cases, rolling back their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) progr...[+11356 chars]" 2025-03-01T18:00:45 JP Morgan's ‘sustainable' funds invested £200m in mining giant Glencore Josephine Moulds https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/mar/01/jp-morgan-sustainable-funds-mining-giant-glencore https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/59aef5e9eab60fff0788d3173524cb881f4e2087/138_1112_3940_2364/master/3940.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdG8tZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=9c74246fe1509dc7c046fb71188c3cef GB en JP Morgan promotes environmental and'sustainable' funds to customers who have invested more than £200m in the mining giant Glencore. Glencore is under fire for its coal mining operations in South Africa. The company's Tweefontein coalmine was in breach of multiple environmental laws as recently as November 2023. "One of the world's biggest banks, JP Morgan, has promoted ­environmental and 'sustainable' funds to customers which have invested more than £200m in the mining giant Glencore, it can be revealed. Ethi...[+7009 chars]" 2025-03-01T18:00:00 Supported by J.P. Morgan's 'green' investment fund, a Glencore coal mine is polluting South Africans' drinking water Class https://voxeurop.eu/en/south-africa-glencore-mining-jpmorgan-green-investment https://voxeurop.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Water.jpg EU en Activist Mariette Liefferink wrote to Chuka Umunna, the head of sustainable solutions at J.P. Morgan's investment arm, to express her outrage at Glencore's misdeeds. She is the president of the South African NGO Federation for a sustainable environment. She claims that Glencore has polluted the water system in her home province of Mpumalanga. 'In our cynical society, it is often the case that mining companies build up their profits while not reporting to their shareholders the environmental and social costs that are absorbed by the surroun...[+30948 chars] 2025-03-01T17:57:40 Zelensky says Trump ties can be repaired despite Oval Office clash Sami Quadri https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/zelensky-says-trump-ties-can-be-repaired-despite-oval-office-clash-bb3d331d3186593d88e7c12b185ddc10adec31f3 https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/03/01/06/28-160fe298107344f88e8f369d204749c0.jpg?width=1200 FR en """I just want our partners to be honest and I just want their partners to do what I want them to do,"" he says.   ""I want them not to be angry with each other. "" . " """I just want to be honest and I just want our partners to…" 2025-03-01T16:22:34 State Street Drops Corporate Board Diversity Requirement: Here Are All The Companies Cutting DEI Programs Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/03/01/state-street-drops-corporate-board-diversity-requirement-here-are-all-the-companies-cutting-dei-programs https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c06c5b55518c85aefb9d43/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=3588,2018,x0,y101,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en State Street has dropped its diversity targets for corporate boards. Warner Bros. renames diversity programs to 'inclusion' and stops participating in external diversity surveys. Paramount will no longer use diversity targets tied to race or gender in hiring. Citigroup will rename its 'Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management' team to 'Talent Management and Engagement' and end diversity hiring goals. State Street, the asset management firm known for installing the 'Fearless Girl' statue in New York to promote gender diversity in corporate leadership, dropped its diversity targets for corporate boa...[+24148 chars] 2025-03-01T16:00:01 Gujarat: GCCI summit highlights India's leadership in ESG & green economy IANS https://www.prokerala.com/news/articles/a1612297.html https://www.prokerala.com/favicon.svg IN en GCCI hosted the inaugural GCCI Gujarat Sustainability Summit 2025 on Saturday. The event brought together over 30 speakers and knowledge partners from various sectors and international experts to engage in meaningful dialogue on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Participants from the manufacturing, technology, energy, and finance sectors, as well as international delegates from the UK, Denmark, and the Netherlands, underscored the global significance of sustainability. "Ahmedabad, March 1 : The Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) hosted the inaugural GCCI Gujarat Sustainability Summit 2025 on Saturday. The event brought together over 30 esteemed speakers an...[+3083 chars]" 2025-03-01T16:00:00 Irish entrepreneurs must stay the course on ESG says head of international young leaders group Alice O'Leary https://www.businesspost.ie/news/irish-entrepreneurs-must-stay-the-course-on-esg-says-head-of-international-young-leaders-group https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=f2caaada-3d97-54b5-8a48-6beb5feea9a3&type=preview&function=original IE en Keisuke Shimoyamada, world president of Junior Chambers International, met Darragh O'Brien, the environment minister, this week. He said businesses should be open and transparent about their ESG impact. Alice O'Leary is head of international young leaders group. "ESG Irish entrepreneurs must stay the course on ESG says head of international young leaders group Keisuke Shimoyamada, world president of Junior Chambers International, said businesses should be open...[+183 chars]" 2025-03-01T15:45:56 Wells Fargo Reverses Course on Climate Commitments Under Pressure from Source https://hoodline.com/2025/03/wells-fargo-reverses-course-on-climate-commitments-under-pressure-from-texas-attorney-general-ken-paxton https://img.hoodline.com/2025/3/wells-fargo-reverses-course-on-climate-commitments-under-pressure-from-texas-attorney-general-ken-paxton-2.webp US en Wells Fargo has changed its policy on climate change in response to pressure from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. The bank has withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a group focused on aligning bank portfolios with the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. Paxton describes efforts to reduce fossil fuel use as a political attack on American energy. "Source: Google Street View In a move that has echoed through the financial and energy sectors, Wells Fargo has shifted its stance on climate commitments after receiving pressure from Texas Attorney Ge...[+2188 chars]" 2025-03-01T15:44:19 Trump's anti-DEI stance has Illinois companies tight-lipped or reversing diversity policies Erica Thompson https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/trump-s-anti-dei-stance-has-illinois-companies-tight-lipped-or-reversing-cb4917004b975e827cc023fbeb6b41798ae2297d https://cst.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/837b56b/2147483647/strip/false/crop/3000x2000+0+0/resize/1486x991!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fchorus-production-cst-web.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com%2Fbrightspot%2Fa5%2Fbb%2Fb606d84045759e96377d204006d1%2Fdei-022025-4.jpg FR en Some Illinois companies are pulling back on their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. McDonald's is the latest company to announce plans to roll back DEI efforts. Disney, Google, Target, Walmart, Amazon, Meta and Ford Motor Co. have scaled back or halted their DEI commitments. "Some Illinois companies are pulling back on their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, as President Donald Trump continues his push to eliminate such programs from the federal government. La V...[+1783 chars]" 2025-03-01T14:50:27 ESG-related Expectations are Here to Stay, BÉT Says Levente Hörömpöli-Tóth https://bbj.hu/economy/statistics/analysis/esg-related-expectations-are-here-to-stay-bet-says https://bbj.hu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SBT_2675_negyzet-OK.jpg HU en The Budapest Stock Exchange published an extensive ESG Reporting Guide in 2021. The organization gathered non-listed companies to gear them up with the knowledge needed to comply. The BÉT is dedicated to facilitating a process where issuers implementing sustainable investments and investors interested in green securities find each other. Historically, factoring in ESG in investment decisions was initially a risk management method and, as such, was very much value-neutral. However, since then, it has been embraced by national and EU le...[+6356 chars] 2025-03-01T14:29:08 SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW) Yearly Results: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For This Year Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sjw-group-nasdaq-sjw-yearly-142908940.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/75340bd02450c906c770b365ea76535b US en SJW Group's latest results were good, with revenues beating expectations by 3.3% and earnings per share coming in at US$2.87. The consensus price target for SJW Group is US$60.20. The most optimistic analyst has a price target of US$66.00 per share, while the most pessimistic values it at $55.00. Long-term trajectory of the company's earnings is more important than next year. SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong numbers with its latest results. Results were good overall, with revenues beating analyst predictions by 3.3...[+4119 chars] 2025-03-01T14:00:05 Green Limerick: University partner to drive for decarbonisation Faye Dorgan https://www.limerickleader.ie/news/ecolive/1740340/green-limerick-university-partner-to-drive-for-decarbonisation.html https://www.limerickleader.ie/resizer/1200/700/true/2025_02_27/skillnet_ul-1740658153171.jpg--green_limerick__university_partner_to_drive_for_decarbonisation.jpg?1740658153256 IE en There is a need for upskilling to support businesses to reduce their carbon footprint. Global corporate supply chains must embrace decarbonisation to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 to meet Ireland's Climate Action targets. Lack of knowledge across industries, policymaking bodies, and regulatory agencies has hindered progress in delivering solutions to Scope 3 decarbonization in Ireland. "A CRITICAL need for upskilling to support businesses to reduce their carbon footprint has been identified by the University of New research from UL and Skillnet's Climate Ready Academy, in partnership...[+1738 chars]" 2025-03-01T12:48:21 Dynacor Group's (TSE:DNG) Dividend Will Be $0.0133 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dynacor-groups-tse-dng-dividend-124821484.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/b3b5a2748dbe57dca97087f8af8726d5 US en Dynacor Group Inc. (TSE:DNG) will pay $0.0133 per share on the 19th of March. Based on this payment, the dividend yield on the company's stock will be 2.9%. The company has seen EPS rising for the last five years at 26% per annum. The most recent fiscal year payment was $ 0.11. Company has been raising capital by issuing stock equal to 16% of shares outstanding in the last 12 months. The board of Dynacor Group Inc. (TSE:DNG) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 19th of March, with investors receiving $0.0133 per share. Based on this payment, the dividend yield on the c...[+3569 chars] 2025-03-01T11:42:35 EIB Group and Santander Partner on €121M Securitisation Deal to Boost Energy-Efficient Housing in Spain Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3282634-eib-group-and-santander-partner-on-121m-securitisation-deal-to-boost-energy-efficient-housing-in-spain https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/31_07_2024_14_58_55_7166657.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF) have joined forces with Santander in a new synthetic securitisation operation aimed at accelerating energy efficiency investments in the Spanish real estate sector. This initiative will support the construction of near zero-emission buildings and the renovation of existing residential properties to meet modern sustainability standards. The financing will enhance energy efficiency, contribute to reducing CO2 emissions and support climate change mitigation efforts. The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF), together forming the EIB Group, have joined forces with Santander in a new synthetic securitisation operation aimed at accele...[+1333 chars] 2025-03-01T11:06:26 Opinion- Enterprise and sustainability: Prospects and suggestions Dr Hilal al Sawai https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1167030/opinion/business/opinion--enterprise-and-sustainability-prospects-and-suggestions https://www.omanobserver.om/omanobserver/uploads/images/2025/03/03/thumbs/600x600/2944910.jpg OM en As part of Vision 2040, Oman is working to enhance sustainable practices in businesses. Businesses in Oman are working to implement sustainability within their supply chains. The government should promote public private partnerships, increasing funding, and incorporating digital solutions to move Omani businesses towards sustainability. Where Oman differs from many other nations is the work it is doing towards integrating sustainable practices within the enterprise ecosystem. As part of Vision 2040, Oman is working to enhance sustain...[+4767 chars] 2025-03-01T09:23:00 6.444 Billion RMB: China Sees the Largest Commercial Vehicle Financing Deal in Five Years CNW Group https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/6-444-billion-rmb-china-092300730.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnw.ca/6b4fd62553f46b5ca1727517e8463b98 US en XCMG Achieves Record-Breaking Investment in Commercial Vehicles, Securing 6.444 billion RMB in Funding. This marks China's largest financing deal in the commercial vehicle sector in the past five years. XCMG is committed to driving the green and intelligent transformation of the commercial vehicles industry. "XCMG Achieves Record-Breaking Investment in Commercial Vehicles, Securing 6.444 Billion RMB in Funding XUZHOU, China, March 1, 2025 /CNW/ -- XCMG AUTO, a subsidiary company of XCMG Machinery (""XCMG"", ...[+2903 chars]" 2025-03-01T09:00:40 Climate group exodus is good for pensioners and taxpayers John Murante https://www.yahoo.com/news/climate-group-exodus-good-pensioners-090040673.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/nebraska_examiner_articles_344/5e866a1156caa34df75ed5b42e4e680f US en Big investment firms and banks have withdrawn from net-zero climate groups. John Murante is a former Nebraska state treasurer, former state senator and former executive director of the Nebraska Public Employees Retirement Systems. Murante believes public funds should always be invested with fiduciary considerations and duties top of mind. "Environmental, social and governance (ESG) is an investment approach that prioritizes those kinds of issues to help steer investment. (Photo illustration by) The nation's big investment firms and bank...[+2969 chars]" 2025-03-01T08:10:06 Firms struggle with ESG due to capability, capacity Juiceapac Web Development Team https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/253234/firms-struggle-with-esg-due-to-capability-capacity https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/03/Andrew_Chan_0103.jpg MY en PwC Malaysia's sustainability and climate change leader Andrew Chan says Malaysian firms face challenges in meeting environmental, sustainable and governance (ESG) standards due to capability, capacity, and investment challenges. According to LinkedIn's Global Green Skills Report 2024, the global demand for green talent is outpacing supply. "Published on: Saturday, March 01, 2025 Published on: Sat, Mar 01, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: PwC Malaysia's sustainability and climate change leader Andrew Chan Kuala Lumpur: Malaysian firms face hur...[+5755 chars]" 2025-03-01T08:02:11 Managing uncertainty Tory McNally https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/business/2025/03/01/managing-uncertainty https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/3047342_web1_glasses-office-table.jpg CA en Leading a company through uncertainty requires balancing transparency, stability and values-driven decision-making. Leaders should ask themselves questions to navigate uncertainty while maintaining morale and operational efficiency. For example, how much information should they share with employees and how should they frame the information? "Opinion Leading a company through uncertainty — whether due to economic shifts, changing customer expectations or internal transitions — requires balancing transparency, stability and values-driven de...[+7594 chars]" 2025-03-01T07:01:36 Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA (CODGF) (FY 2024) Earnings Call Highlights: Record Financial ... Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/compagnie-saint-gobain-sa-codgf-070136967.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/0b38166cb306fb77ba24fde64f0ae1c2 US en Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA (CODGF) achieved record financial results in 2024, including a record operating margin of 11.4%, recurring net income of EUR3.5 billion, and free cash flow of EUR4 billion. The company expanded its presence in high-growth markets through strategic acquisitions in Australia, Canada, India, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Mexico. The High Performance Solutions segment saw a decline in sales over the full year, although there was a sequential improvement in the second half. "Revenue Growth: Sequential improvement in sales with 1.6% growth in the second half of 2024 at constant exchange rate. Operating Margin: Record operating margin at 11.4%. Recurring Net Income: Record ...[+5281 chars]" 2025-03-01T06:28:35 EFG International's (VTX:EFGN) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/efg-internationals-vtx-efgn-shareholders-062835748.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f88d3d8c5618aa88ce2627c2a1cda340 US en EFG International AG (VTX:EFGN) will increase its dividend from CHF0.25 to CHF 0.60 on the 27th of March. This takes the dividend yield to 4.3%, which shareholders will be pleased with. The company has been cutting its dividend at least once in the last 10 years. However, the company's earnings per share have grown at 26% per year over the past five years. EFG International AG (VTX:EFGN) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 27th of March to CHF0.60. This takes the dividend yield to 4.3%, which shareholders will be please...[+3297 chars] 2025-03-01T06:17:40 Tsogo Sun (JSE:TSG) investors are sitting on a loss of 8.8% if they invested three years ago Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/tsogo-sun-jse-tsg-investors-061740265.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/e802f13e850bddcb47ade82f6ffd147a US en Shares of Tsogo Sun Limited (JSE:TSG) are down 23% in the last three years. Shareholders have had an even rougher run lately, with the share price down 17% in last 90 days. The company has increased its revenue by 15% per year over the last 3 years, but the EPS growth doesn't match with the falling share price. The total shareholder return (TSR) is better than share price return (8.8%) due to the company's dividend payments. Many investors define successful investing as beating the market average over the long term. But the risk of stock picking is that you will likely buy under-performing companies. Unfortunately, that's...[+4170 chars] 2025-03-01T05:24:31 Ogun advocates people-focused CSRs Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4154909/ogun-advocates-peoplefocused-csrs.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Noimot Salako-Oyedele is the Deputy Governor of Ogun State. He has emphasised the need for the various Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives of the private sector to align with the needs of the people. Click here to read the full article. The Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has emphasised the need for the various Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives of the private sector to align with the peoples needs a......[+31 chars] 2025-03-01T05:00:19 Maximising energy efficiency is key to our industrial growth Afia Mubasshira Tiasha https://images.thedailystar.net/opinion/views/news/maximising-energy-efficiency-key-our-industrial-growth-3836461 https://tds-images.thedailystar.net/sites/default/files/styles/social_share/public/images/2025/03/01/7d07op_2_energy_efficiency_for_industrial_growth_ali_28022025_1d24_sbs_1.jpg BD en Global energy intensity has been declining annually since 2015. Energy security, climate change, and economic stability are more pressing than ever. In developing countries, energy efficiency is an important tool for both financial stability and energy security. In FY23, over 10.35 percent of Bangladesh's GDP was derived from its ready-made garment industry. This sector employs millions of people and is the main driver of economic growth. The pattern of energy use in Bangladesh indicates a significant reliance on non-renewable resources. The industrial sector alone is responsible for a large amount of the overall energy consumption. The need to tackle climate change necessitates an increase in energy efficiency. Global energy intensity has been declining annually since 2015, with significant implications for businesses, governmen...[+6600 chars] 2025-03-01T05:00:00 Omnium awarded B Corporation status for commitment to planet Deb Gayen https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/24972657.omnium-awarded-b-corporation-status-commitment-planet https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/resources/images/19146511.jpg?type=og-image GB en Omnium, a business energy management company, has become a certified B Corporation. The UK has one of the largest and fastest-growing B Corp communities in the world, with more than 2,500 companies, including The Guardian, Innocent Drinks and Sipsmith Gin. "A company has been recognised for its commitment to the planet. Omnium, a business energy management company, has become a certified B Corporation (B Corp), joining a global community of more than 9,0...[+1080 chars]" 2025-03-01T05:00:00 Somerset event to showcase achievements of green community groups Jack Roberts https://www.thewestonmercury.co.uk/news/24971166.green-community-showcase-take-place-wedmore-march https://www.thewestonmercury.co.uk/resources/images/17673954.jpg?type=og-image GB en CSC Decarb Somerset Green Community Showcase takes place on Friday, March 21, from 11am to 2pm at various locations in Wedmore. The event is the first of its kind and offers a chance to see local climate action and engage with leaders in sustainability. "The CCS Decarb Somerset Green Community Showcase takes place on Friday, March 21, from 11am to 2pm at various locations in Wedmore (Image: Acorn Property Group) A project supporting over 80 groups in ...[+849 chars]" 2025-03-01T03:02:15 SECP approves major amendments to insurance regulatory framework News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/03/01/secp-approves-major-amendments-to-insurance-regulatory-framework https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Insurance.jpg PK en Policy Board of SECP has approved significant amendments to the insurance regulatory framework. The Policy Board meeting was held under the chairmanship of Mehmood Mandviwalla at the SECP headquarters. The key amendment relates to an increase in the minimum capital requirements for life and non-life insurance companies. Life insurers are required to meet a threshold of Rs. 3,000 million. The Securities and Exchange Commission's (CCP) Policy Board has approved significant amendments to the insurance regulatory framework including the Insurance Rules, 2017, Insurance Accounting Regulati...[+2448 chars] 2025-03-01T01:58:55 ES Group (Holdings) Full Year 2024 Earnings: EPS: S$0.017 (vs S$0.029 loss in FY 2023) Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/es-group-holdings-full-2024-015855148.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/78a8c60a6283aea0450523395306d38c US en ES Group (Holdings) shares are up 30% from a week ago. Revenue is up 35% from FY 2023. Net income is up from S$4.04m loss to S$2.42m. Profit margin is 6.7%. EPS is S$0.017. "Revenue: S$36.1m (up 35% from FY 2023). Net income: S$2.42m (up from S$4.04m loss in FY 2023). Profit margin: 6.7% (up from net loss in FY 2023). The move to profitability was driven by higher revenue...[+1058 chars]" 2025-03-01T01:38:00 Voting Rights and Capital Mar. 1, 2025 01:38 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6048973 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Shell plc's capital as at February 28, 2025 consists of 6,047,482,616 ordinary shares of €0.07 each. Shell plc holds no shares in Treasury. The figure may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculation by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in the company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. "Total Voting Rights In conformity with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, we hereby notify the market of the following: Shell plc's capital as at February 28, 2025, consists of 6,047,482,...[+672 chars]" 2025-03-01T01:28:58 Insurance regulatory framework: SECP approves major amendments Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40350710/insurance-regulatory-framework-secp-approves-major-amendments https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/03/01044151bba3670.jpg?r=044156 PK en The SECP's Policy Board has approved major amendments in the insurance regulatory framework to increase in the minimum capital requirements for life and non-life insurance companies. Life insurers are required to meet a threshold of Rs 3,000 million. Non-life insurers must maintain a minimum paid-up capital of Rs 2,000m. ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission Policy Board has approved major amendments in insurance regulatory framework to increase in the minimum capital requirements for life and non-life ins...[+2741 chars] 2025-03-01T01:08:06 Amendments approved to reinforce insurance regulations Kalbe Ali https://www.dawn.com/news/1895050/amendments-approved-to-reinforce-insurance-regulations https://www.dawn.com/_img/social-default.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission Policy Board on Friday approved amendments to the Insurance Rules 2017, Insurance Accounting Regulations 2017 and General Takaful Accounting Regulations 2019 to improve regulatory framework in the insurance sector. The key amendment relates to increase in the minimum capital requirements for life and non-life insurance companies. Life insurers are required to meet a threshold of Rs3bn. ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission Policy Board on Friday approved amendments to the Insurance Rules 2017, Insurance Accounting Regulations 2017 and General Takaful Accounting Regulatio...[+1491 chars] 2025-03-01T00:55:31 Beneficial Ownership Information Filing Requirement Reinstated (MFBF - Montana Farm Bureau Federation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/Beneficial_Ownership_Information_Filing_Requirement_Reinstat https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/[] US en A decision from U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas reinstated the filing requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act on February 18, 2025. Most businesses subject to the filing requirement will be able to comply with the law. . ) A decision from U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas (Court) on February 18, 2025, has reinstated the filing requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. Generally, most busin...[+39 chars] 2025-03-01T00:17:23 ‘Fearless Girl' statue sponsor State Street drops boardroom diversity targets Reuters https://nypost.com/2025/02/28/business/fearless-girl-statue-sponsor-state-street-drops-boardroom-diversity-targets https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/state-street-dei.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1740768656&w=1024 US en State Street's asset management unit on Friday dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards. The changes are in line with those of other major asset managers under political pressure. State Street installed the famous 'Fearless Girl' statue in March 2017 as part of a campaign to increase gender diversity in business. State Street's asset management unit on Friday dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards, according to new proxy voting guidance posted on its...[+1217 chars] 2025-03-01T00:06:00 Dilmah strengthens tea industry collaboration with third ‘Stronger Together' event https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Dilmah-strengthens-tea-industry-collaboration-with-third-Stronger-Together-event/44-773666 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_5ee4554d20.jpg LK en Dilmah, a global Sri Lankan tea brand, continues to drive transformation in the tea industry through its Stronger Together initiative. It is a platform to foster collaboration, sustainability, and shared progress across the entire tea supply chain. Dilmah hosted a knowledge-sharing session on 27 February, at its headquarters. It brought together over 100 stakeholders from key sectors, including shipping, packaging, IT, HR, and other allied services. The event took place a few days after the announcement of the European Commission's 'Omnibus Simplification Package' Dilmah, a global Sri Lankan tea brand, continues to drive transformation in the tea industry through its Stronger Together initiative — a platform to foster collaboration, sustainability, and shared p...[+3418 chars] 2025-03-01T00:02:29 Ogun advocates people-focused CSRs Taiwo Bankole https://punchng.com/ogun-advocates-people-focused-csrs https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/17155511/punchlogo.png NG en Noimot Salako-Oyedele, Deputy Governor of Ogun State, has called for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives of the private sector to align with the people's needs and government policies. He made the remarks at the first Ogun state PR Forum/CSR Exhibition and Awards in Abeokuta. The Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has emphasised the need for the various Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives of the private sector to align with the people's needs and...[+1065 chars] 2025-03-01T00:00:00 Iran Notice (Form IRANNOTICE) (Solventum Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/Iran_Notice_Form_IRANNOTICE_Solventum_Corporation https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ) 2510 Conway Ave E. Building 275-6W-20 St. Paul, MN 55144 February 28, 2025 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Re: Notice of disclosure filed in Exchange Act Quarterly Report under Section 219 of the Iran. ) 2510 Conway Ave E. Building 275-6W-20 St. Paul, MN 55144 February 28, 2025 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Re: Notice of disclosure filed in...[+60 chars] 2025-03-01T00:00:00 ‘Fearless Girl' statue sponsor State Street drops boardroom diversity targets New York Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/8216fearless_girl_8217_statue_sponsor_state_street_drops_boa https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en State Street's asset management unit dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards. The changes are in line with those of other major asset managers under political pressure. The shifts are likely to slow the pace at which women and minorities are appointed to corporate board. State Street's asset management unit on Friday dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards, according to new proxy voting guidance . The changes...[+120 chars] 2025-03-01T00:00:00 Iran Notice (Form IRANNOTICE) (Blackstone Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/Iran_Notice_Form_IRANNOTICE_Blackstone_Inc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC filed a notice of disclosure in the Annual Report on Form 10-K under Section 219 of the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012 and Section 13(r) of the Securities and Exchange Commission Act of 2017. The notice was filed on February 28, 2025. ) February 28, 2025 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Notice of Disclosure Filed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K Under Section 219 of the Iran Thr...[+73 chars] 2025-03-01T00:00:00 Don't Call It ESG, Call It Resilience Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/don_x2019t_call_it_esg_call_it_resilience https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A new taxonomy around environment, social and governance investing comes as political pressure mounts on investors. It is based on a new research paper by the World Economic Forum (WEF). It is aimed at investors interested in environmental, social, and governance investment. A new taxonomy around environment, social and governance investing comes as political pressure mounts on investors. 2025-03-01T00:00:00 Iran Notice (Form IRANNOTICE) (Bumble Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/Iran_Notice_Form_IRANNOTICE_Bumble_Inc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC filed a notice of disclosure under Section 219 of the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012. The notice was filed on February 28, 2025. The SEC is located at 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. ) February 28, 2025 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Notice of Disclosure Filed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K Under Section 219 of the Iran Thr...[+60 chars] 2025-03-01T00:00:00 GSK abandons diversity targets as UK drugmaker becomes latest firm to drop inclusion policies amid ... The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/03/01/GSK_abandons_diversity_targets_as_UK_drugmaker_becomes_lates https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Pharmaceutical company GSK will no longer set diversity targets. It is the latest firm to abandon inclusivity goals. It follows several companies which have dropped such policies following pressure from US President Donald Trump. Mr Trump issued a series of executive orders regarding diversity issues. Pharmaceutical company GSK will no longer set diversity targets as it became the latest firm to abandon inclusivity goals. The British medicine producer has followed several companies which have dropp...[+110 chars] 2025-02-28T23:45:22 Vital Step for Ethereum: Foundation Launches Advisory Group to Safeguard Core Values Bitcoin World https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/Vital_Step_for_Ethereum_Foundation_Launches_Advisory_Group_t https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/[] US en "The 'Silviculture society' has been formed by the Ethereum Foundation. It's intended to be a formal body that promotes the development of the technology.    in a statement by the foundation. The society will be based on the principles of the ""Euromutable Foundation""." In a move signaling a reinforced commitment to its foundational principles, the Ethereum Foundation has recently announced the formation of the 'Silviculture Society.' This isn't your typical formal b...[+35 chars] 2025-02-28T23:41:00 Kvika banki hf.: Notification regarding execution of buyback programme https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6048931 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/YjFlYmYxYWQtYjUyOS00N2E1LTg0MzctY2Y0ZGQ5N2I4NjMyLTEwNDA0Mjg=/tiny/Kvika-banki-hf-.png TW en At the Annual General Meeting of Kvika banki hf. on 21 March 2024, the shareholders approved to authorise the board of directors to buy up to 10% of issued shares in the bank. On 27 February 2025, the board established a buyback programme to carry out the purchase of shares for ISK 2,500,000,000. The maximum price of the purchases shall be the amount of the last independent transaction or highest independent existing purchase bid in the Nasdaq Iceland stock exchange. Íslandsbanki can start the buy back on 3 March 2025 and the buy-back programme is in force until the annual general meeting 2026. At the Annual General Meeting of Kvika banki hf. ('Kvika' or the 'bank') on 21 March 2024, the shareholders approved to authorise the board of directors to buy up to 10% of issued shares in the bank, ...[+2301 chars] 2025-02-28T22:49:48 """Fearless Girl"" statue sponsor State Street drops boardroom diversity targets" Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/fearless-girl-statue-sponsor-state-street-drops-boardroom-diversity-targets-2025-02-28 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/BQVC23UDWJJR5L6I7IYMO3RZEU.jpg?auth=e8b89611635294fad4bdd4b9ca8b453dd264e4844358befd515821475aa14c70&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en "State Street's asset management unit dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards. State Street installed the famous ""Fearless Girl"" statue in Manhattan's financial district in March 2017 as part of a campaign to increase gender diversity in business." Feb 28 (Reuters) - State Street's (STT.N), opens new tab asset management unit on Friday dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards, according ...[+1457 chars] 2025-02-28T22:49:30 'Fearless Girl' statue sponsor State Street drops boardroom diversity targets Ross Kerber https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fearless-girl-statue-sponsor-state-224930374.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/dcea77eec4c2c7e98f677cbb53ce1a09 US en "State Street Global Advisors dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards. The changes are in line with those of other major asset managers under political pressure. State Street installed the ""Fearless Girl"" statue in Manhattan's financial district as part of a campaign to increase gender diversity in business." "By Ross Kerber (Reuters) - State Street's asset management unit on Friday dropped targets for the number of women and minority directors who should serve on corporate boards, according to new proxy vo...[+1337 chars]" 2025-02-28T22:05:08 Birks Group receives noncompliance notification from NYSE Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/birks-group-receives-noncompliance-notification-from-nyse-1034427564 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Birks Group is not in compliance with the NYSE's continued listing standards. Section 1003 applies if a listed company has stockholders' equity of less than $2M and has reported losses from continuing operations or net losses in two of its three most recent fiscal years. Birks Group (BGI) announced that it received notice from the NYSE that the company was not in compliance with the continued listing standards set forth in Sections 1003 and of the NYSE American Compan...[+438 chars] 2025-02-28T22:01:49 Birks Group Discloses Receipt of Notice From NYSE American Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/birks-group-discloses-receipt-of-notice-from-nyse-american https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250228342827r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Birks Group Inc. received notice from NYSE American LLC on February 25, 2025 that it was not in compliance with the continued listing standards. The Company reported stockholders' deficit of approximately U.S. $6.1 million (CAD $8.2 million) as of September 28, 2024, and reported net losses in two of its three most recent fiscal years ended March 30, 2024. MONTREAL — Birks Group Inc. (the 'Company') (NYSE American LLC: BGI), announced that it received notice from the NYSE American LLC ('NYSE American') on February 25, 2025 that the Company was not in co...[+1322 chars] 2025-02-28T22:01:49 Birks Group Discloses Receipt of Notice From NYSE American Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/birks-group-discloses-receipt-of-notice-from-nyse-american https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/edmontonjournal/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1340222551-1-1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=dGTkW5B1eWiUTAwZ7Dy36A CA en Birks Group Inc. received notice from NYSE American LLC on February 25, 2025 that the Company was not in compliance with the continued listing standards. The Company reported stockholders' deficit of approximately U.S. $6.1 million (CAD $8.2 million) as of September 28, 2024, and reported net losses in two of its three most recent fiscal years ended March 30, 2024 and three of its four most recent years. As a result, the Company has become subject to the procedures and requirements of Section 1009 of the Company Guide and must submit a plan by March 27, 2025 addressing how the Company intends to regain compliance by August 25, 2026. MONTREAL — Birks Group Inc. (the 'Company') (NYSE American LLC: BGI), announced that it received notice from the NYSE American LLC ('NYSE American') on February 25, 2025 that the Company was not in co...[+10167 chars] 2025-02-28T21:56:24 EPR Properties to Present at the Citi 2025 Global Property CEO Conference Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/epr-properties-to-present-at-the-citi-2025-global-property-ceo-conference/article_80e716f7-d5a1-5bfb-881d-566ace6d5a58.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Gregory Silvers will make a presentation regarding EPR Properties at the 2025 Citi Global Property CEO Conference on March 4, 2025 at 2:55 PM Eastern Time. To access the live webcast presentation, Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. "KANSAS CITY, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 28, 2025-- EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) announced today that its Chairman and CEO Gregory Silvers, will make a presentation regarding the Company at the 2025 Citi G...[+2247 chars]" 2025-02-28T21:52:44 Here's Why We're Wary Of Buying Woolworths Group's (ASX:WOW) For Its Upcoming Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-were-wary-buying-215244333.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/2e633a901cb35a0a552715bb29010998 US en Woolworths Group Limited (ASX:WOW) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next four days. The company's next dividend payment will be AU$0.39 per share. It has a trailing yield of 3.5% on its current stock price of AU$30.01. It paid out 144% of its free cash flow as dividends in the last year, which is unusual for most companies. Its dividend payments per share have declined at 2.6% per year over the past 10 years. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Woolworths Group Limited (ASX:WOW) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next four days. The ex...[+4899 chars] 2025-02-28T21:46:53 Middlesex Water Company Reports 2024 Financial Results Middlesex Water Company https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/middlesex-water-company-reports-2024-financial-results/article_127fcc2c-ae15-570d-87eb-fcb8e03e9847.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Middlesex Water Company announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year end 2024. Diluted earnings per share of $2.47 for 2024, compared to $1.76 in 2023. $75 million in capital expenditures in 2024 to upgrade, replace and enhance the resiliency of its water and wastewater utility infrastructure. "Diluted earnings per share ('EPS') of $2.47 for 2024, compared to 2023 earnings of $1.76 Invested $75 million in capital expenditures in 2024 to upgrade, replace and enhance the resiliency of its wate...[+470 chars]" 2025-02-28T21:20:03 EPR Properties to Present at the Citi 2025 Global Property CEO Conference Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/epr-properties-to-present-at-the-citi-2025-global-property-ceo-conference/article_51eb63c2-e731-5387-a862-0d409e7452d9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Gregory Silvers will make a presentation regarding the Company at the 2025 Citi Global Property CEO Conference on March 4, 2025 at 2:55 PM Eastern Time. To access the live webcast, visit the Webcasts page in the Investor Center on the Company's website located at https://investors.eprkc.com/webcasts. EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) announced today that its Chairman and CEO Gregory Silvers, will make a presentation regarding the Company at the 2025 Citi Global Property CEO Conference on Tuesday, March 4,...[+323 chars] 2025-02-28T21:15:00 Essex Property Trust to Present at The 2025 Citigroup Global Property CEO Conference Business Wire https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/essex-property-trust-present-2025-211500341.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/e1f0e0889b66b3903d8918c8a6e0b257 US en Angela Kleiman, President and CEO of Essex Property Trust, Inc., will be participating in a roundtable presentation at the 2025 Citigroup Global Property CEO Conference on March 3, 2025 at 4:20 p.m. Eastern Time. The presentation will be webcast. SAN MATEO, Calif., February 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) announced today that Angela L. Kleiman, President and CEO, will be participating in a roundtable presentati...[+1200 chars] 2025-02-28T20:57:44 Reliance Worldwide (ASX:RWC) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.0397 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/reliance-worldwide-asx-rwc-increasing-205744956.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/51f3305c1122cc0aece72cb5d1045e9b US en Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited (ASX:RWC) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 4th of April to $0.0397. This makes the dividend yield about the same as the industry average at 1.6%. The company has grown earnings per share at 9.1% per year over the past five years. The payout ratio could be 31% by next year. Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited (ASX:RWC) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 4th of April to $0.0397. This makes the dividend yield...[+3157 chars] 2025-02-28T20:51:47 Questions and answers on simplification omnibus I and II Stephen Heins https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/questions-and-answers-on-simplification https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc6ad78b5-916c-4b4d-a72b-977ed676007b_610x407.jpeg US en The European Commission is proposing omnibus legislation on sustainability rules. The aim is to square the EU's ambition towards a sustainable transition with enhancing EU companies' competitiveness. If adopted and implemented, the proposals are estimated to bring savings in annual administrative costs of around EUR 6.3 billion and mobilise additional public and private investment capacity of EUR 50 billion. "European Union This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Sustainability Omnibus Overview 1. Why are you proposing this omnibus legislation on sustainability rules? Th...[+28174 chars]" 2025-02-28T20:29:54 NBPE's Luke Mason: Dispelling the myths around private equity https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/nbpe-s-luke-mason-dispelling-the-myths-around-private-equity-3c2fff74b7ee91fad8866595f5e094bc018633c1 https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/dec8a54/2369fc32-2020-4b2e-bd45-c703eca5ede5/3/MASON-Luke-NBPE-1200x630.jpg FR en Today's PE is focused on fostering long-term growth, promoting transparency and ensuring accountability. With companies staying private for longer, PE has become essential to keep them that way. It's also important to promote transparency and ensure accountability in the business. But today's PE is increasingly focused on fostering long-term growth, promoting transparency and ensuring accountability. With companies staying private for longer, PE has become essential to… 2025-02-28T20:27:19 Wells Fargo drops financed emissions target amid ESG rethink Reuters https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/wells-fargo-drops-financed-emissions-target-amid-esg-rethink-2025-02-28 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/UEFW3P7K2JNMHJPK4SX6POPDYI.jpg?auth=b876b80aed033931e65b98c568e6855328393b19684f18edf644dbc8ee47e6ef&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Wells Fargo is scrapping its goal of achieving net-zero emissions across its financed portfolio by 2050. The move underscores how the financial industry is re-evaluating its environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments as political sentiment in Washington shifts. President Donald Trump has withdrawn from the Paris Agreement and severed international partnerships on climate. Feb 28 (Reuters) - Wells Fargo (WFC.N), opens new tab is scrapping its goal of achieving net-zero emissions across its financed portfolio by 2050 as banks rethink their sustainable lending activities....[+1828 chars] 2025-02-28T20:19:00 2025 Financial Calendar Feb. 28, 2025 20:19 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6048766 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/MWVmNDVkYWYtYzgyNi00ZDMxLWI0MTUtYzZlNDM4M2NiMjJhLTExMDMxMDI=/tiny/Pharma-Equity-Group-A-S.png TW en The board has decided that Pharma Equity Group A/S will in future submit half-yearly financial reports. The current financial calendar for 2025 will look like this: March 4 deadline for shareholder proposals, March 20 Annual Report 2024, April 16 Annual General Meeting, August 14 Interim Report for six-month period ended June 30, 2025. "28. February 2025 News Release: The board has decided that Pharma Equity Group A/S will in future only submit half-yearly financial reports. This means changes to the previously announced financial ca...[+1546 chars]" 2025-02-28T20:16:36 Dusk Group (ASX:DSK) Is Increasing Its Dividend To A$0.10 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dusk-group-asx-dsk-increasing-201636467.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f93769003b780aae69f8c11146cdf5a4 US en Dusk Group Limited (ASX:DSK) will increase its dividend from last year's A$0.10. The dividend yield for the company will be 4.9%, which is fairly typical for the industry. However, the company has a poor history of shrinking dividends and has seen the annual payment cut in the last 4 years. Simply Wall St doesn't think Dusk Group is a great stock to add to your portfolio if income is your focus. Dusk Group Limited (ASX:DSK) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 27th of March to A$0.10. Based on this payment, the dividend yield for the company will be 4.9%, whic...[+3123 chars] 2025-02-28T19:48:47 Jazz declared as most inclusive company https://dailytimes.com.pk/1270344/jazz-declared-as-most-inclusive-company https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2020/08/app-icon-192x192-1.png PK en Annual Global DEI Benchmarks Awards were held at Marriott Karachi by HR Metrics on 25 February 2025. 250 attendees from 50 inclusive companies representing 15 industries attended the event. Mr. Akif Saeed, Chairman of SECP and Dr. Ishrat Hussain, former Governor State Bank of Pakistan were Guests of Honor. Annual Global DEI Benchmarks Awards were held at Marriott Karachi by HR Metrics on 25 Feb 2025 . Mr. Akif Saeed Chairman Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan and Dr. Ishrat Hussain, former Gov...[+693 chars] 2025-02-28T19:44:26 DEI policies violate U.S. antidiscrimination law: Robby Starbuck Staff Writer https://asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/Interview/DEI-policies-violate-U.S.-antidiscrimination-law-Robby-Starbuck https://www.ft.com/__origami/service/image/v2/images/raw/https%3A%2F%2Fcms-image-bucket-production-ap-northeast-1-a7d2.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages%2F7%2F2%2F8%2F7%2F49097827-3-eng-GB%2FCropped-1740689436photo_SXM2025022600006263.jpg?width=1260&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=630 JP en Diversity, equity and inclusion policies violate the letter of the law and undermine equality, conservative activist Robby Starbuck told Nikkei. DEI practices artificially raise disadvantaged people to the same level as white males, Starbuck said. DEIs are not friendly to the idea of free markets and capitalism, he said. NEW YORK -- U.S. companies should do away with their diversity, equity and inclusion policies because they violate the letter of the law and undermine equality, conservative activist Robby Starbuck to...[+267 chars] 2025-02-28T19:25:36 Venture Global announces March 10 as record date for cash dividend Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/venture-global-announces-march-10-as-record-date-for-cash-dividend-1034427258 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Venture Global's board of directors determined that the per share amount of its previously declared cash dividend shall be 1.65c per share. The record date is the close of business on March 10. The dividend is payable on March 31 to holders of its outstanding Class A common stock and outstanding Class B common stock. Venture Global's (VG) board of directors determined that the per share amount of its previously declared cash dividend shall be 1.65c per share, or approximately $40M in the aggregate, payable on Marc...[+394 chars] 2025-02-28T19:16:00 Bisleri Intl partners with Schneider Electric to enhance energy efficiency, expand solar power Uniindia News Service https://uniindia.com/~/bisleri-intl-partners-with-schneider-electric-to-enhance-energy-efficiency-expand-solar-power/Business%20Economy/news/3402406.html http://www.uniindia.com/cms/gall_content/LargePhoto//2025/2/2025_2$LargePhoto28_Feb_2025_28022025205951.jpg IN en Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd has partnered with Schneider Electric's Sustainability Business to enhance energy efficiency and expand the use of renewable energy. Up to 13.6 MW of solar power will be installed across six major Bisleri plants in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh. The project is set to increase green energy usage to nearly 33% and improve energy efficiency by 2.5%. New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd on Friday said it has partnered with Schneider Electric's Sustainability Business to enhance energy efficiency and expand the use of renewable en...[+1888 chars] 2025-02-28T19:12:00 Prosperavest ESG LTD launches 'eNsc' – A Naira-pegged stablecoin on Lisk 2.0 blockchain, enabling tokenized real-world asset investments BI Africa https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/markets/prosperavest-esg-ltd-launches-ensc-a-naira-pegged-stablecoin-on-lisk-20-blockchain/vn3f7cf https://ocdn.eu/pulscms-transforms/1/uagktkpTURBXy9iMzQ1NjU1YTYyMTBiMjJmZTgwMGM2MmJiNmYyNjBmYS5wbmeSlQMAzEHNAfTNARmTBc0EsM0Cdg US en Prosperavest ESG LTD has launched eNsc, a Nigerian Naira-referenced stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the Nigerian naira. It is built on the Lisk 2.0 Blockchain. It's backed by reserves held in regulated institutions and it's built with robust AML protocols, transparent reserve audits and adherence to SEC regulations. For a limited time, users who convert a minimum of $50 via the eNSC Converter at appprospervest.com will receive cashback rewards. Prosperavest ESG LTD, is thrilled to announce the launch of eNsc, a Nigerian Naira-referenced stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the Nigerian Naira. Built on the high-speed Lisk 2.0 Blockchain, eNsc combines mo...[+3159 chars] 2025-02-28T19:00:48 Eurobank Ergasias Services And Holdings SA (EGFEF) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Record ... Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eurobank-ergasias-services-holdings-sa-190048534.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/454f8877b73f4a5b0060f3de60e96963 US en Eurobank Ergasias Services And Holdings SA (EGFEF) achieved a record net profit of nearly 1.5 billion in 2024. The company reported exceptional organic growth and transformational M&A activity. The business plan for 2025-2027 aims for sustainable growth with a focus on credit expansion, wealth management, and insurance. The synergies from CMP are expected to gradually phase in, with about 40% anticipated in 2025. "Release Date: February 27, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Eurobank Ergasias Services And Holdings SA (EGFEF) achieved a recor...[+4414 chars]" 2025-02-28T18:49:23 EverCommerce Presents at the Citizens JMP Tech Conference Evercommerce Inc. https://www.enidnews.com/region/evercommerce-presents-at-the-citizens-jmp-tech-conference/article_e702d4d1-2ca0-5d90-954a-73dfac91cfb6.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en EverCommerce's management will present at the Citizens JMP Technology Conference in San Francisco on March 3, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. PST. EverCommerce is a leading service commerce platform. EverHealth's CEO Evan Berlin and SVP Brad Korch will also present at this conference. DENVER, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EverCommerce Inc. (NASDAQ: EVCM), a leading service commerce platform, today announced that management will present at the following upcoming investor confere...[+2120 chars] 2025-02-28T18:39:07 SECP's Policy Board approves amendments to insurance regulatory framework APP https://dailytimes.com.pk/1270253/secps-policy-board-approves-amendments-to-insurance-regulatory-framework https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2020/08/app-icon-192x192-1.png PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission Policy Board on Friday approved significant amendments to the insurance regulatory framework. The board meeting was met under the chairmanship of Mehmood Mandviwalla at the SECP headquarters. The amendments are aimed at enhancing industry resilience, addressing key sectoral challenges, diversifying capital sources and streamlining reporting requirements. The Securities and Exchange Commission Policy Board on Friday approved significant amendments to the insurance regulatory framework including the Insurance Rules, 2017, Insurance Accounting Regulation...[+2137 chars] 2025-02-28T18:28:33 Delta Electronics Thailand Named to S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 for the Eighth Consecutive Year Plentisoft https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/delta-electronics-thailand-named-to-s-p-global-sustainability-yearbook-2025-for-the-eighth-consecutive-year-1034371093 https://www.deltathailand.com/imgadmins/news/news_cover/DELTA_news_photo2025-02-18_08-41-33.jpg US en Delta Electronics (Thailand) PCL has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025. This is the company's eighth consecutive recognition for outstanding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. Delta Thailand is the only Thailand-based company in the Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components sector to earn this distinction. Since 2017, Delta has successfully reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity across all operational sites by 33%. Bangkok, Thailand, February 18, 2025 -- Delta Electronics (Thailand) PCL. a global leader in power management and IoT-based smart green solutions has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yea...[+3486 chars] 2025-02-28T18:25:48 BlackRock Ends Diversity Targets, Re-Focuses on Merit-Based Workforce Strategy Adele Cardin https://www.riotimesonline.com/blackrock-ends-diversity-targets-re-focuses-on-merit-based-workforce-strategy https://www.riotimesonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/blackrock.webp BR en BlackRock is the world's largest asset manager with $11.6 trillion in assets. It will no longer pursue specific representation goals, such as increasing Black and Latino employees by 30% or doubling leadership roles for these groups in the U.S. The firm has also removed references to diversity and equity initiatives from its annual report. BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager with $11.6 trillion in assets, has announced a significant shift in its workforce strategy by ending diversity targets and adopting a merit-based hiring ap...[+2268 chars] 2025-02-28T18:24:07 GIPC and Importers and Exporters Association collaborate to boost investor confidence and attract investment https://www.myjoyonline.com/gipc-and-importers-and-exporters-association-collaborate-to-boost-investor-confidence-and-attract-investment https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp-Image-2025-02-28-at-08.23.55_c10b00f5.jpg GH en The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) and the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) have pledged to collaborate to enhance investor confidence and attract more foreign investments. The meeting highlighted the shared vision of both institutions in driving sustainable investments, improving trade facilitation, and strengthening Ghana's economy. The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) and the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) have pledged to collaborate to enhance investor confidence and attract more foreign investments...[+1830 chars] 2025-02-28T18:06:00 Sebi modifies guidelines on nomination facilities in securities market PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-modifies-guidelines-on-nomination-facilities-in-securities-market/articleshow/118631992.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118632015,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-1226936,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Seba on Friday modified its guidelines and issued necessary clarifications on nomination facilities for demat accounts and mutual fund folios. If one or more joint account holders pass away, the assets will be transferred to the surviving holder without the need for additional KYC. Investors with single holdings can choose to opt out of nomination online or offline. "Markets regulator Sebi on Friday modified its guidelines and issued necessary clarifications on nomination facilities in the securities market in a bid to make the process of transmission and nominati...[+5043 chars]" 2025-02-28T18:05:00 Director/PDMR Shareholding Feb. 28, 2025 18:05 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6048657 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/NzlmMGUyMzYtMzM4My00MzQyLThiMDQtMjY4OTJlNmVlMDhlLTExMjIxMDc=/tiny/Albion-Enterprise-VCT-PLC.png TW en Albion Enterprise VCT PLC (the 'Company') has issued shares under the Dividend Reinvestment Scheme. Christopher Burrows, Ben Larkin, James O'Shaughnessy and Rhodri Whitlock are responsible for the transaction. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Feb. 28, 2025 18:05 Albion Enterprise VCT PLC (the 'Company') Director/PDMR Transaction Notification and public disclosure of transactions by pers...[+4472 chars]" 2025-02-28T17:57:00 Issue of Equity and Total Voting Rights Feb. 28, 2025 17:57 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6048652 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Albion Enterprise VCT PLC allotted 1,062,950 ordinary shares of 1 penny each on 28 February 2025. The new ordinary shares were issued at a price of 113.72 pence per ordinary share. The application has been made to the UK Listing Authority for the admission of the shares to trading on the London Stock Exchange's main market for listed securities. "Albion Enterprise VCT PLC Issue of Equity and Total Voting Rights LEI Code 213800OVSRDHRJBMO720 Albion Enterprise VCT PLC (the ""Company"") announces that, further to the Dividend Reinvestment Scheme (d...[+1509 chars]" 2025-02-28T17:38:34 Aviation Capital Group Publishes ESG Report for 2024 Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/aviation-capital-group-publishes-esg-report-for-2024/article_c33d8c0b-cd91-5005-b49e-a4f879b6516c.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG) announced today the publication of its annual Environmental, Social and Governance Report for the year ended December 31, 2024. ACG is a premier global full-service aircraft asset manager. It is based in Newport Beach, California. "NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 28, 2025-- Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG), a premier global full-service aircraft asset manager, announced today the publication of its annual Environment...[+79 chars]" 2025-02-28T17:38:00 Aviation Capital Group Publishes ESG Report for 2024 Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/aviation-capital-group-publishes-esg-173800423.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/946705961c4729aa964a2160edf8b538 US en Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG) announced today the publication of its annual Environmental, Social and Governance Report for the year ended December 31, 2024. This year marked a significant evolution in ACG's sustainability journey with the introduction of a structured, ten-point ESG Action Plan. ACG specializes in commercial aircraft leasing and aviation finance. NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., February 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG), a premier global full-service aircraft asset manager, announced today the publication of its annual Environ...[+2794 chars] 2025-02-28T17:31:01 4Stone Capital Plans Business Summit, New Identity Launch Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4153926/4stone-capital-plans-business-summit-new-identity-launch.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Sanwo-Olu, Oyebnaji, Umo To Present Keynote Addresses at 4Stone Capital Limited's Business Summit on March 4, 2025. The event will take place at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island. It will have the governors of Lagos and Ekiti as speakers. Sanwo-Olu, Oyebnaji, Umo To Present keynote Addresses 4Stone Capital Limited will, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, hold its first Business Summit and launch its new identity in Lagos. The company stated th...[+186 chars] 2025-02-28T16:32:07 Sebi Extends Deadline for Comments on Proposed Revised Format for Secretarial Compliance Report PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-extends-deadline-for-comments-on-proposed-revised-format-for-secretarial-compliance-report-6677480.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-01-781x441.jpg IN en Sebi has extended the deadline for public comments on the proposed revised format for the annual secretarial compliance report, eligibility criteria for the appointment of auditors and inclusion of monetary thresholds for related party transactions (RPTs) approvals. The proposals are aimed at strengthening corporate governance at listed firms. New Delhi, Feb 28 (PTI) Sebi on Friday extended the deadline till March 7 to submit public comments on the proposed revised format for the annual secretarial compliance report, eligibility criteria fo...[+3954 chars] 2025-02-28T16:31:25 SEBI Strengthens Corporate Governance: New Guidelines on Auditors and Transactions Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3281912-sebi-strengthens-corporate-governance-new-guidelines-on-auditors-and-transactions https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/19_06_2024_17_07_22_5266872.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India has extended the deadline to March 7, 2025 for public input on new proposals aimed at tightening corporate governance standards among listed firms. The proposals include making the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report a mandatory component of the annual report, improving compliance confirmation and instituting stricter auditor qualifications. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has extended the deadline to March 7, 2025, for public input on new proposals aimed at tightening corporate governance standards among listed firms. T...[+753 chars] 2025-02-28T16:30:10 Edison put ‘stamp of confidence' on wildfire constructs, says Guggenheim Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/edison-put-stamp-of-confidence-on-wildfire-constructs-says-guggenheim-1034426586 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Guggenheim has a Neutral rating on Edison International shares with a $60 price target. The overarching story for Edison in 2025 is the southern California wildfires and potential test of legislated wildfire constructs. The firm believes the messaging on the urgency for state stakeholder assurances of the construct continues to resonate. Guggenheim says Edison International (EIX) on its Q4 earnings call 'put a strong stamp of confidence' in the existing constructs and stakeholder urgency to provide assurance for the wildfires. The sto...[+1030 chars] 2025-02-28T16:22:16 Why should businesses lead on protecting biodiversity? Brianna Kamienski https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/why-should-businesses-lead-on-protecting-biodiversity/ar-AA1A3mmn US en 2025 has kicked off and questions swirl over climate, biodiversity and sustainability targets. Businesses should care about biodiversity loss because the economy is embedded in and depends on nature. PwC research shows that 55% of global GDP is moderately or highly dependent on nature, while the World Economic Forum claims that investing in nature-positive economy could lead to approximately $10.1 trillion of commercial deals. "Why should businesses lead on protecting biodiversity? 2025 has kicked off and questions swirl over climate, biodiversity and sustainability targets. In January we saw the beginning of Trump's second ...[+3933 chars]" 2025-02-28T16:05:24 AEC Partners with Stryk Global Diplomacy to Strengthen Investment and Policy Engagement Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3281660-aec-partners-with-stryk-global-diplomacy-to-strengthen-investment-and-policy-engagement https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/28_02_2025_19_39_10_4794439.webp?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has enlisted international consulting firm Stryk Global Diplomacy to enhance U.S.-Africa engagement in the oil and gas industry. The partnership will address pressing challenges such as financing, policy roadblocks, and regulatory hurdles that hinder African oil & gas development. It will push back against restrictive policies that limit Africa's natural resources. The African Energy Chamber (AEC) – representing the voice of Africa's energy sector – has enlisted international consulting firm Stryk Global Diplomacy (SGD) to enhance U.S.-Africa engagement in the o...[+5696 chars] 2025-02-28T16:05:09 Toronto Stock Exchange, NTG Clarity Networks Inc., The View from the C-Suite Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/242817-toronto-stock-exchange-ntg-clarity-networks-inc-the-view-from-the-csuite https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-242198.jpg CA en Adam Zaghloul, Vice President – Strategy and Planning, NTG Clarity Networks Inc. (TSXV: NCI) shares their Company's story in an interview with TMX Group. NTG's stock is trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange. "Article content Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – February 28, 2025) – Adam Zaghloul, Vice President – Strategy and Planning, NTG Clarity Networks Inc. (TSXV: NCI) ('NTG Clarity Networks' or the 'Com...[+103 chars]" 2025-02-28T16:00:00 Firms Struggle To Meet ESG Standards Due To Capability, Capacity, And Investment Barriers Nurul Jannah Kamaruddin https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2397670 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/dac651a5f760b559dcd67ee3d333936167c16d219f422 MY en Malaysian firms face challenges in meeting environmental, sustainable and governance (ESG) standards due to capability, capacity, and investment challenges. PwC Malaysia's sustainability and climate change leader Andrew Chan says sustainability is still a relatively new field. LinkedIn's Global Green Skills Report 2024 shows that the global demand for green talent is outpacing supply. "By NurulJannah Kamaruddin KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysian firms face hurdles in meeting environmental, sustainable and governance (ESG) standards due to capability, capacity, and investmen...[+1395 chars]" 2025-02-28T15:03:09 Singapore on track to meet its 2030 climate action targets: Teo Chee Hean CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/singapore-track-meet-its-2030-climate-action-targets-teo-chee-hean-4968161 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--i5JwQrxi--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740755539-image.jpg?itok=1vmZbkNe SG en Singapore is one of 13 countries to submit their new targets on time to the United Nations. The US recently pulled out of the Paris Agreement. Mr Teo said the longer countries wait to act, the more disruptive their transition will be. Singapore is on track to meet its 2030 climate action targets. Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean said Singapore's renewed goal of reducing carbon emissions to between 45 and 50 million tonnes by 2035 is an ambitious challenge. Singapore is one of just 13 countries to...[+327 chars] 2025-02-28T15:00:37 Cosan considers reducing stake in Raízen https://valorinternational.globo.com/agribusiness/news/2025/02/28/cosan-considers-reducing-stake-in-raizen.ghtml https://s2-valorinternational.glbimg.com/kwXOE3_v8bzGAqokg8qfN21-kuA=/1200x/smart/filters:cover():strip_icc()/i.s3.glbimg.com/v1/AUTH_37554604729d4b2f9f3eb9ad8a691345/internal_photos/bs/2025/c/t/OrGtmzS1KRas8Oaj42yQ/rodrigo-araujo-da-cosan-divulgacao.jpg PT en Cosan and its subsidiaries have been undergoing a restructuring process since last year, as high interest rates began squeezing their businesses. Cosan and Cosan Nove Participações own 44% of Raízen's shares, while Shell controls another 44%. The remaining 12% is held by public investors. Itaú holds a 27% stake, while Cosan has invested R$9 billion in six second-generation ethanol plants. 'We are indeed assessing potential alternatives for bringing in new partners,' said Cosan's Chief Financial Officer Rodrigo Araújo during the investor call discussing the company's unaudited financial...[+3030 chars] 2025-02-28T14:53:06 Auditors EY unable to conclude STDC audit by deadline as 'risks of significant weaknesses' identified Daniel Hodgson https://www.gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/auditors-ey-unable-conclude-stdc-31104100 https://i2-prod.gazettelive.co.uk/incoming/article31104414.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_The-site-of-former-steelworks-and-SSI-site-that-is-to-be-redeveloped-as-part-of-South-Tees-Developme.jpg GB en Auditors have decided to disclaim the South Tees Development Corporation's accounts for the year 2023/24. They also identified 'risks of significant weaknesses' in their audit. The backstop deadline of February 28 for completing the audit work will be missed. There is a consultation ongoing as to whether the auditor will use its statutory reporting powers under the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014. "Auditors have decided to disclaim the South Tees Development Corporation's accounts for the year 2023/24, while identifying 'risks of significant weaknesses'. The decision comes amid time constraints ...[+7545 chars]" 2025-02-28T14:51:49 SL Green Realty price target lowered to $75 from $81 at Scotiabank Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sl-green-realty-price-target-lowered-to-75-from-81-at-scotiabank-1034426212 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Scotiabank lowered the firm's price target on SL Green Realty to $75 from $81 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The firm is providing updated thoughts on the recent NYC Office sale comparables and commercial mortgage-backed securities, CMBS, issuance. Scotiabank lowered the firm's price target on SL Green Realty (SLG) to $75 from $81 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The firm is providing updated thoughts on the recent NYC Office sal...[+422 chars] 2025-02-28T14:46:00 The Power Of Business And Philanthropy In Building Bridges Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/The_Power_Of_Business_And_Philanthropy_In_Building_Bridges https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/[] US en Strategic giving should focus on integrating a sense of purpose into your company's DNA, as well as on the organization's culture. for more information, go to: http://www.justgiving.com/strategic-gifting-for-organisations/ Strategic giving should focus on integrating a sense of purpose into your company's DNA. 2025-02-28T14:44:00 Borregaard ASA: Shares for employees 2025 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6048496 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Borregaard ASA transferred 170,745 shares to employees' programme today. After this transfer Borregaards owns 272,987 treasury shares. Lotte Kvinlaug, Investor Relations Officer, +47 922 86 909 for more information. "28 February 2025: Borregaard ASA ('Borregaard', OSE ticker: BRG) Reference is made to the stock exchange notices of 3 and 10 February regarding the shares to employees' programme. Today Borregaard tra...[+225 chars]" 2025-02-28T14:43:53 Dominion Lending Centres Inc. Announces Closing of $59.15 million Secondary Private Placement Offering of Class A Common Shares Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/dominion-lending-centres-inc-announces-closing-of-59-15-million-secondary-private-placement-offering-of-class-a-common-shares https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM4Njc4MSM2NzgzMTYxIzIwODkxOTY= CA en Dominion Lending Centres Inc. (TSX:DLCG) closed the previously announced sale of 7,782,400 class 'A' common shares (the 'Offered Shares') at a price of $7.60 per Offered Share for gross proceeds of approximately $59.15 million. Mauris Family Investments Ltd. and 603908 B.C. Ltd. are collectively referred to as the 'Selling Shareholders'. "Article content NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR DISSEMINATION DIRECTLY, OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES. VA...[+1013 chars]" 2025-02-28T14:41:46 GFL Environmental price target raised to $60 from $53 at TD Cowen Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/gfl-environmental-price-target-raised-to-60-from-53-at-td-cowen-1034425847 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en TD Cowen raised the firm's price target on GFL Environmental to $60 from $53 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm believes accelerating M&A growth and peer-leading margin improvement will force a re-rating of the company's valuation. TD Cowen raised the firm's price target on GFL Environmental (GFL) to $60 from $53 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm says GFL's 2028 targets are ambitious but achievable and make 2025 gui...[+505 chars] 2025-02-28T14:40:40 BlackRock Ends DEI, Moves Staff to 'Talent & Culture' Team Lee Barney https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/blackrock-dei-end/2025/02/28/id/1200845 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=d6427e26-3374-4e71-a337-0d8a3b9f3d03&SiteName=Newsmax US en The world's largest asset manager, which employs 21,000 staff, has ended its diversity, equity and inclusion goals. Staff who had been devoted to DEI will be moved to a new Talent and Culture team. The company will continue to pursue varied hires. "BlackRock has ended its diversity, equity and inclusion goals, senior executives said in a Friday memo, Bloomberg reports. The world's largest asset manager, which employs 21,000 staff, said it was ma...[+1422 chars]" 2025-02-28T14:05:45 Creating Customer Value With a Sustainable Mindset: Dell Technologies https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/apple-inc-cassandra-garber-37daff020c7a53815b92e77124de5a1b https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Cassandra Garber, chief sustainability officer at Dell Technologies, joins host Mandi McReynolds on ESG Talk. They discuss how Dell incorporates the measurement, management, and governance of ESG priorities into both its operations and product offerings. ESG talk is brought to you by Workiva. In this episode of ESG Talk, Cassandra Garber, chief sustainability officer at Dell Technologies joins host Mandi McReynolds. Listen in as Cassandra and Mandi discuss how the global technology leader ...[+364 chars] 2025-02-28T14:00:30 Cosan seeks 30% debt reduction, mulls divestments and new partners https://valorinternational.globo.com/business/news/2025/02/28/cosan-seeks-30percent-debt-reduction-mulls-divestments-and-new-partners.ghtml https://s2-valorinternational.glbimg.com/JI7RHenBJRmCmikxKmW1cz_xxic=/1200x/smart/filters:cover():strip_icc()/i.s3.glbimg.com/v1/AUTH_63b422c2caee4269b8b34177e8876b93/internal_photos/bs/2025/7/e/WUHzbbR9Shn3RUQBOhJQ/foto28emp-101-cosan-b7.jpg PT en At the end of the fourth quarter, Cosan's gross debt was R$27.79 billion. The company sold its stake at Vale, raising R$9 billion to reduce its financial leverage. CEO Marcelo Martins said the company is considering bringing in partners, diluting stakes in other companies, reviewing the portfolio and raising new funds. CFO Rodrigo Araújo acknowledged the possibility of diluting the stake in Raízen and selling assets of its subsidiary to reduce leverage. The multi-billion loss was mainly attributed to the group's impairment at Vale, which accounted for R$4.7 billion of the total, alongside a R$1.2 billion loss from Raízen and a R$2.8 billion write-dow...[+3729 chars] 2025-02-28T14:00:08 Mid Ulster District Council seeks residents' views on improvement priorities Staff Reporter https://www.derrynow.com/news/home/1741151/mid-ulster-district-council-seeks-residents-views-on-improvement-priorities.html https://www.derrynow.com/resizer/1200/700/true/2023_02_07/1577106181221.jpg--ballymaguigan_play_park_proposal_for_planning_committee-1675788481180.jpg--mid_ulster_district_council_seeks_residents__views_on_improvement_priorities.jpg?1675788481198 IE en Mid Ulster District Council is inviting residents to have their say on its Corporate Improvement Objectives for the year ahead. The consultation is open until Friday 25 April at 12 noon. All responses must be received by 12 noon on Friday 25th of April 2025. Council is committed to publishing a final report on improvement performance by the autumn of 2025. Mid Ulster District Council is inviting residents to have their say on its Corporate Improvement Objectives for the year ahead. As part of its commitment to delivering high-quality services, the Counc...[+1989 chars] 2025-02-28T14:00:00 ETFs for Lovers and Haters of Tesla Jeff Benjamin https://finance.yahoo.com/news/etfs-lovers-haters-tesla-140000369.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/indexuniverse.com/70aefb3a0ee683a819759ab1da6c0be4 US en Elon Musk is the head of the Trump administration's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The electric carmaker's stock has gained 45% over the past 12 months but dipped 28% so far this year. The most shares are held in the Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (QQQ), with 36 million of the total 273 million held by ETFs. Tesla makes up 4% of the $329 billion ETF. As Elon Musk takes on an increasingly high-profile role as the head of the Trump administration's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), debate is growing over how politics is affecting Tesla...[+2049 chars] 2025-02-28T13:44:41 Brazil could appoint three Eletrobras board members under mediation deal Reuters https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/brazil-could-appoint-three-eletrobras-board-members-under-mediation-deal-2025-02-28 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Brazil's government and local power giant Eletrobras have reached a preliminary deal in a mediation process. It could allow the state to appoint three members of the company's board of directors. The government owns more than 40% of the shares in the company, but only 10% of that can be used to exercise voting power. SAO PAULO, Feb 28 (Reuters) - Brazil's government and power giant Eletrobras reached a deal in a mediation process that could allow the state to appoint three members of the company's board of directo...[+3007 chars] 2025-02-28T13:40:13 Unlocking the true value of ESG: Focus on material issues Duduzile Nyirongo https://www.newsday.co.zw/theindependent/opinion/article/200038926/unlocking-the-true-value-of-esg-focus-on-material-issues https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/theindependent/uploads/2025/02/wOeb5BNtP3CZq02s3sXwfiQUMRRPveXDN62eSp6h.jpg ZW en Instead of being seen as a bureaucratic roadblock, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting should be viewed as a strategic tool that can revolutionise companies. ESG offers clear benefits such as improved risk management, enhanced brand recognition and reputation, increased investment attraction, innovation stimulation, better stakeholder relationships, and stronger financial performance. Global investors are increasingly prioritising ESG factors in their investment decisions. "Instead of being seen as a bureaucratic roadblock, ESG needs to be seen as a strategic tool that can revolutionise companies. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting should not be viewed...[+5211 chars]" 2025-02-28T13:37:18 Trump's New Social Security Chief Prepares To Fire Half Of Agency Workforce Carl Gibson https://www.nationalmemo.com/acting-social-security-chief-prepares-to-fire-half-of-agency-workforce https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy81NjYwNTU2NC9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTc5MTU3MDAxMn0.wK3ohCb-4b2Qp8lBkqrdSiN9asxyQG9vSD9bz9_bSxA/img.png?width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C190%2C0%2C190 US en "Leland Dudek, the new acting administrator of the Social Security Administration (SSA), ordered a ""significant workforce reduction"" at the agency. The SSA currently employs roughly 60,000 people, who process benefits for more than 71 million Americans as of 2023. They have a deadline of March 14 to decide if they want to retire early, resign or seek ""voluntary reassignments""" "The new acting administrator of the Social Security Administration (SSA) is now announcing that he's carrying out ""significant workforce reductions"" at the critical agency that oversees trillions of d...[+2661 chars]" 2025-02-28T13:36:31 CSR must align with people's needs for meaningful development ' Ogun deputy gov Tribune https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4153418/csr-must-align-with-peoples-needs-for-meaningful-development-ogun-deputy-gov.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en CSR is about investing in communities, protecting the environment, empowering the underprivileged, and ensuring that businesses contribute positively to the society in which they operate. CSR must align with peoples needs for meaningful development, according to the Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele. Tribune OnlineCSR must align with peoples needs for meaningful development ' Ogun deputy govThe Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr. Mrs Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has stated that Corporate Social Responsibi...[+317 chars] 2025-02-28T13:30:00 BlackRock flips script on DEI policies in company-wide email: 'Announcing several changes' Andrew Miller https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/blackrock-flips-script-on-dei-policies-in-company-wide-email-announcing-several-changes/ar-AA1zZkVV US en BlackRock's senior leadership sent a company-wide email on Friday morning explaining its shift away from Diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The company will be combining its Talent Management and DEI teams to form a new team called the global Talent and Culture team. In years past, BlackRock has faced criticism from conservatives over its promotion of DEI. BlackRock's senior leadership sent a company-wide email on Friday morning explaining its shift away from Diversity, equity, and inclusion policies it previously advocated for as corporations across th...[+9017 chars] 2025-02-28T13:27:19 KE Holdings Inc. Upgraded to ‘A' in MSCI ESG Rating Ke Holdings Inc. https://www.enidnews.com/region/ke-holdings-inc-upgraded-to-a-in-msci-esg-rating/article_74f33b1b-5353-5f54-8b55-766564d2bf89.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en KE Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BEKE and HKEX: 2423) is pleased to announce a significant upgrade in its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating from 'BBB' to 'A'. This achievement marks the second consecutive year of improvement for Beike. In MSCI's latest evaluation, Beike earned an impressive overall score of 7.2 in the ESG social category, outperforming the global industry average of 4.3. BEIJING, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KE Holdings Inc. ('Beike' or the 'Company') (NYSE: BEKE and HKEX: 2423), a leading integrated online and offline platform for housing transactions and servic...[+6038 chars] 2025-02-28T13:21:15 KE Holdings Inc. Upgraded to ‘A' in MSCI ESG Rating KE Holdings Inc. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/ke-holdings-inc-upgraded-to-a-in-msci-esg-rating/article_01bff45c-d452-5f4b-9f97-30209b687537.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en KE Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BEKE and HKEX: 2423) has received an upgrade in its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating from 'BBB' to 'A.' This achievement marks the second consecutive year of improvement for Beike. BEIJING, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KE Holdings Inc. ('Beike' or the 'Company') (NYSE: BEKE and HKEX: 2423), a leading integrated online and offline platform for housing transactions and servic...[+1190 chars] 2025-02-28T13:18:04 EOG Resources (EOG) Gets a Hold from Scotiabank Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/eog-resources-eog-gets-a-hold-from-scotiabank-1034425123 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Paul Cheng from Scotiabank has a Hold rating on EOG Resources with a price target of $150.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at $130.61. According to TipRanks, Cheng is a 2-star analyst with an average return of 0.4% and a 43.43% success rate. In a report released today, Paul Cheng from Scotiabank maintained a Hold rating on EOG Resources (EOG – Research Report), with a price target of $150.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at $130....[+1103 chars] 2025-02-28T13:08:17 Safe & Green Holdings Corp. Regains Compliance with Nasdaq Continued Listing Requirements Safe https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/financial-markets-43a776ec522ec1c595f2a279e91ecc9d https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Safe & Green Holdings Corp. has received a listing decision from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC on behalf of the Nasdaq Hearings Panel. The Company has evidenced compliance with the minimum equity standard set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1) (the 'Equity Rule') and all other applicable criteria for continued listing. The company's securities will remain listed on Nasdaq Capital Market until June 10, 2025. MIAMI, FL, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Safe & Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SGBX) ('Safe & Green Holdings' or the 'Company'), a leading developer, designer, and fabricator of modular structures,...[+3788 chars] 2025-02-28T13:00:00 TGT INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz and Grossman, LLC Reminds Shareholders of Target Corporation to Contact the Firm Today! PRESS RELEASE ACCESS NEWSWIRE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/tgt-investor-alert-bronstein-gewirtz-and-grossman-llc-reminds-shareholders-of-target-corporation-to-contact-the-firm-today-1034424526 https://app.accessnewswire.com/imagelibrary/e048dfe1-8431-459f-92cc-4eb19549bd52/978680/image.png US en Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) and certain of its officers. The lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws between March 9, 2022 and November 19, 2024. Investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/TGT. NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 28, 2025 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Ta...[+2730 chars] 2025-02-28T12:55:55 Trustee Sustainability Working Group sets out key climate actions for pension schemes Jonathan Stapleton https://www.businessgreen.com/news-analysis/4410199/trustee-sustainability-group-sets-key-climate-actions-pension-schemes https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/24689d1/357917af-2af8-4e1e-8c55-eeaf73946e22/3/Renewable-energy-zet-zero-370x229.jpg GB en The Trustee Sustainability Working Group (TSWG) has set out a list of key climate priorities for pension schemes to focus on this year. The group is chaired by HS Trustees managing director Bobby Riddaway, who is concerned with climate change. The Trustee Sustainability Working Group (TSWG) has set out a list of key climate priorities for pension schemes to focus on this year. The group - chaired by HS Trustees managing director Bobby Ridda...[+6 chars] 2025-02-28T12:31:13 Is ESG still relevant? NJBIZ expert panel weighs in Matthew Fazelpoor https://njbiz.com/is-esg-still-relevant-njbiz-expert-panel-weighs-in https://njbiz.com/files/2025/02/Environmental-and-Sustainability-panel_web.jpg US en During the latest NJBIZ panel discussion, a group of notable experts discussed key environmental and sustainability issues, topics and challenges. The discussion, moderated by NJBIz Editor Jeff Kanige, included: how the new Trump administration is affecting the approach to sustainability issues; whether New Jersey's infrastructure is too fragile; balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility; permitting; utilizing alternative energy sources; being a good corporate citizen; technology impacts; and more. "Listen to this article Listen to this article During the latest NJBIZ panel discussion Feb. 26, a group of notable experts discussed key environmental and sustainability issues, topics and challenges....[+5363 chars]" 2025-02-28T12:28:57 2025 Financial Calendar https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/2025-financial-calendar/2064763 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/28/553356.jpg PH en The board has decided that Pharma Equity Group A/S will only submit half-yearly financial reports in the future. The current financial calendar for 2025 will look like this. The company is a listed company on the Nasdaq Copenhagen stock exchange. It is dedicated to advancing the medical projects of its subsidiary, Reponex Pharmaceuticals A/s. "28. February 2025 News Release: The board has decided that Pharma Equity Group A/S will in future only submit half-yearly financial reports. This means changes to the previously announced financial ca...[+1238 chars]" 2025-02-28T12:21:57 BSE SmallCap: This NBFC Allots 3.7 Lakh Shares Under ESPS 2024, Amid Market Volatility – Analysts See Buying Opportunity Samannay Biswas https://www.timesnownews.com/business-economy/companies/bse-smallcap-this-nbfc-allots-3-7-lakh-shares-under-esps-2024-amid-market-volatility-analysts-see-buying-opportunity-article-118629478 https://static.tnn.in/thumb/msid-118629473,thumbsize-20896,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-75/118629473.jpg IN en Paisalo Digital, a small-cap non-banking financial company with a presence in the microfinance sector, has announced the allotment of 3,72,517 equity shares to its employees under the Employee Share Purchase Scheme (ESPS) 2024. After hitting a peak of Rs 63.74, the stock corrected by nearly 40 per cent, dropping by Rs 25 per share. Anand Rathi has advised investors to consider buying the stock. Paisalo Digital, a small-cap non-banking financial company (NBFC) with a presence in the microfinance sector, has announced the allotment of 3,72,517 equity shares to its employees under the Employee ...[+2458 chars] 2025-02-28T12:08:34 Boralex reports net earnings of $74 million for fiscal 2024 and continues construction of its large-scale projects in Québec, Ontario and the United Kingdom https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/boralex-reports-net-earnings-of-74-million-for-fiscal-2024-and-continues-construction-of-its-large-scale-projects-in-quebec-ontario-and-the-united-kingdom/2064743 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/28/553327.jpg PH en Boralex reports its financial results for the three-month period and year ended December 31, 2024. Renewable energy is the most competitive type of energy. Boralex is in a position to capitalize on its project pipeline and growth path, which now represent more than 8 GW of power. It will continue to develop key projects with rates of return in line with its targets. It was one of the few in the industry to have its greenhouse gas emission reduction targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). "MONTREAL, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boralex Inc. (""Boralex' or the ""Corporation') (TSX: BLX) is pleased to report its results for the three-month period and year ended December 31, 2024. Highl...[+2494 chars]" 2025-02-28T12:05:01 14th Responsibility Summit at FIIB: Driving Social Impact and Responsible Leadership Mansi Praharaj https://businessnewsthisweek.com/business/14th-responsibility-summit-at-fiib-driving-social-impact-and-responsible-leadership https://businessnewsthisweek.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Responsibility-Summit_FIIB-678x381.png IN en The Fortune Institute of International Business (FIIB) hosted the 14th Responsibility Summit. Keynote speaker was Mr. Mehmood Khan, former Global Leader of Innovation at Unilever. The summit marked the 30th anniversary of FIIB. The theme of the summit was 'Act for Impact: Leadership with Purpose' New Delhi, February 28, 2025: The Fortune Institute of International Business (FIIB) proudly hosted the 14th Responsibility Summit, featuring keynote speaker Mr. Mehmood Khan, former Global Leader of ...[+3337 chars] 2025-02-28T12:00:00 Polestar Secures USD 450 Million Term Facility and Renews EUR 480 Million Green Trade Finance Facility Business Wire https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/polestar-secures-usd-450-million-120000243.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/07ef413f7d0c725e3fae59cfcc75dfa9 US en Polestar has secured a 12-month term facility of up to USD 450 million and renewed the EUR 480 million Green Trade Finance Facility (TFF). Polestar expects to publish global retail sales volumes for Q1 2025 on 10 April 2025. The company plans to publish fourth quarter and full-year 2024 results prior to or concurrently with filing its Annual Report on Form 20-F for 2024. GOTHENBURG, Sweden, February 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) advises that it has secured a 12-month term facility of up to USD 450 million and has renewed the EUR 480 million Green ...[+3944 chars] 2025-02-28T11:45:03 What Could Possibly Be Worse Than Carbon Credit Markets? Water Credit Markets. And They Could Be On Their Way Nick Corbishley https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2025/02/the-only-thing-possibly-worse-than-carbon-credits-water-credits-are-now-on-the-agenda.html https://cdn.printfriendly.com/buttons/print-button-gray.png US en Singapore's president Tharman Shanmugaratnam wants to develop a carbon credit system with a market for water and biodiversity credits. The term 'nature-based solutions' is used by the fossil fuel industry and by Big Food and Ag to describe carbon offsets that come from forests and land. "The goal, says Singapore's president, is to develop 'a reliable (sic) carbon credit system with a stapling on of water and biodiversity credits.' At this year's annual meeting in Davos, there was a pa...[+23352 chars]" 2025-02-28T11:29:07 6 big companies ditching DEI — and 6 that are sticking with it https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/28/6-big-companies-ditching-dei-and-6-that-are-sticking-with-it https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/6-big-companies-ditching-DEI-—-and-6-that-are.jpg US en Disney, Target, Citigroup, Paramount, Pepsi, Pepsi and Goldman Sachs have ditched their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs. Lush has responded to a rollback in DEI by putting out three new bath bombs. The NFL has reiterated its commitment to DEI. "Companies from Disney ( While the headlines are alarming, employment law firm Littler surveyed 350 C-suite executives and found that nearly half (49%) of C-suite leaders are not considering new or fur...[+1745 chars]" 2025-02-28T11:09:01 NGX Group, CSCS to Host 2025 International Womens Day Celebration Nairametrics https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4153052/ngx-group-cscs-to-host-2025-international-womens-day-celebration.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) and Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) will host a special event on 7 March 2025, 11:45 AM WAT, at NGX Group House, Lagos, to celebrate International Women's Day (IWD) 2025. Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) and Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) will host a special event on Friday, 7 March 2025, 11:45 AM WAT, at NGX Group House, Lagos, to celebrate International...[+211 chars] 2025-02-28T10:41:07 Ieq Capital LLC Has $306,000 Stock Holdings in Enbridge Inc. (NYSE:ENB) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/28/ieq-capital-llc-has-306000-stock-holdings-in-enbridge-inc-nyseenb.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/enbridge-inc-logo-1200x675.jpg&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Ieq Capital LLC lowered its holdings in shares of Enbridge Inc. (NYSE:ENB) by 63.4% in the 4th quarter. The firm owned 7,203 shares of the pipeline company's stock after selling 12,477 shares during the period. McIlrath & Eck LLC bought a new stake in Enbridge in the 3rd quarter worth $28,000. Albion Financial Group UT bought a stake worth $29,000 in the fourth quarter. Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel Inc. boosted its position in shares Enbridge by 149.9%. Enbridge has a market capitalization of $90.94 billion and a 50-day moving average of $43 Ieq Capital LLC lowered its holdings in shares of Enbridge Inc. (NYSE:ENB ) (TSE:ENB) by 63.4% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (...[+3198 chars] 2025-02-28T10:36:00 Giti Achieves EcoVadis Platinum - Double Honour for Giti Group, Propelling Entry into the Premiership of Tire Makers https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/awards/giti-achieves-ecovadis-platinum---double-honour-for-giti-group-propelling-entry-into-the/article_33ba3ff6-0ab5-572b-ac98-c1fbe4e50fd7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/e4/7e4db217-c190-5f4a-9d0c-3ee5a8c7ec4e/67c1974646481.image.jpg?crop=1920%2C1008%2C0%2C35&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Giti Tire in China was ranked among the top 1% of the tire industry. It received a Platinum award in the 2025 EcoVadis evaluation and B-rating for Climate and Sustainability from the Carbon Disclosure Project. Giti has established itself as a formidable green force in a highly competitive market. SINGAPORE, Feb. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With only one Earth to live on, Giti Tire has embedded in its DNA an unwavering commitment to reducing environmental impact, and these efforts have not gone un...[+451 chars] 2025-02-28T10:35:23 EOG Resources price target lowered to $146 from $148 at Barclays Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/eog-resources-price-target-lowered-to-146-from-148-at-barclays-1034424067 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Barclays lowered the firm's price target on EOG Resources to $146 from $148. The company reported a slight Q4 earnings miss on pricing and higher cash taxes. Barclays keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares.  Discover the Best Stocks and Maximize Your Portfolio. Barclays lowered the firm's price target on EOG Resources (EOG) to $146 from $148 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The company reported a slight Q4 earnings miss on pricing and higher c...[+290 chars] 2025-02-28T10:23:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 1: Indranee Rajah on climate change and social compact CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/w250228parlheadmindraneerajahreply-4967706 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--yGtjkhMx--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740741744-image.jpg?itok=wS3ScS5D SG en The Government will introduce mandatory climate-related disclosures in a phased approach. Companies can tap the Sustainability Reporting Grant and SME Sustainable Reporting Programme. The Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority is also taking steps to grow sustainability reporting and assurance capabilities in Singapore. Second Finance Minister Indranee Rajah said this will create more good job opportunities for Singaporeans. The Government will be introducing mandatory climate-related disclosures in a phased approach. Companies can tap the Sustainability Reporting Grant and SME Sustainability Reporting Programme to kickst...[+896 chars] 2025-02-28T10:07:39 Vaisala Corporation: Disclosure in compliance with Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act (February 26, 2025) https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/vaisala-corporation-disclosure-in-compliance-with-chapter-9-section-10-of-the-finnish-securities-markets-act-february-26-2025/2064666 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/28/553159.png PH en Mandatum Oyj's share of votes in Vaisala corporation fell below the threshold of 5% on February 26, 2025. The company's share capital is divided into series K and series A shares. Series A shares represent 91.51% of the total number of shares and 35,02% of votes. "Vaisala Corporation Stock exchange release February 28, 2025 at 11:45 a.m. (EET) Vaisala Corporation: Disclosure in compliance with Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act (Februar...[+1983 chars]" 2025-02-28T10:02:18 Achieve ISO Certification In Greece: Boost Credibility & Growth https://www.youthkiawaaz.com/2025/02/achieve-iso-certification-in-greece-boost-credibility-growth https://www.youthkiawaaz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp-Image-2025-02-14-at-11.47.17-AM.jpeg IN en ISO 14001 certification in Greece is the most popular standard for environmental management systems (EMS). It assists companies in reducing their environmental impact, achieving compliance requirements and increasing sustainability. It is essential for companies that want to improve environmental management, increase sustainability, and meet regulatory compliance. ISO certification in Greece is essential for companies that want to improve environmental management, increase sustainability, and meet regulatory compliance. Of the many certifications offered, ISO 1...[+204 chars] 2025-02-28T10:00:00 Understanding the paradox of choice in investment decisions Daniel Dos https://www.iol.co.za/personal-finance/financial-planning/understanding-the-paradox-of-choice-in-investment-decisions-065362e6-7af9-4bee-ab6e-a508029a04bc https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Explore-the-complexities-of-investment-decisions-in-a-world-filled-with-choices-Discover-how-the-paradox-of-choice-impacts-both-novice-and-experienced-investors-File-photo?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/b2f1250f762ab1e586853862540ba11ffb31a146/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x104&resize=2000x1125 ZA en As financial markets and investment products evolve, it has never been easier to invest but more complicated to decide on an investment. The more informed or experienced an individual is, the more confident they are in making a decision and prefer having more options. Unit trusts, commonly known as mutual funds internationally, have been a popular investment choice in South Africa for decades. "By: Daniel Dos Passos To quote Barry Schwartz from his book: 'The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less', 'On the other hand, the fact that some choice is good doesn't necessarily mean that more choice ...[+9207 chars]" 2025-02-28T09:45:00 Vaisala Corporation: Disclosure in compliance with Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act (February 26, 2025) Vaisala Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vaisala-corporation-disclosure-compliance-chapter-094500686.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/42be8a589563f9d426c1e6bff3d7ae7d US en Vaisala Corporation's share capital is divided into series K and series A shares. Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence for climate action for the environment. The total number of shares attached to all shares is 95,206,160. Series A shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. "Vaisala Corporation Stock exchange release February 28, 2025 at 11:45 a.m. (EET) Vaisala Corporation: Disclosure in compliance with Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act (Februar...[+3404 chars]" 2025-02-28T09:43:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 1: Louis Chua on transparency of sovereign wealth funds CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-1-louis-chua-transparency-sovereign-wealth-funds-4967546 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--3mxc4kyg--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740741741-image.jpg?itok=EcsftObN SG en Singapore's sovereign wealth funds are 'falling short' when it comes to transparency, said MP Louis Chua in parliament on Friday (Feb 28). He noted that GIC does not share annual performance figures and that Temasek Holdings is investing in increasingly complex investment structures. Mr Chua suggested leveraging the CHAS, Merdeka and Pioneer Generation schemes to make the benefits of the CDC Voucher scheme more targeted and efficient. Singapore's sovereign wealth funds are 'falling short' when it comes to transparency, said MP Louis Chua in parliament on Friday (Feb 28). He noted that GIC does not share annual performance figures a...[+562 chars] 2025-02-28T09:33:15 Mint Explainer: How Sebi's new proposals aim to curb risks in the derivatives market Neha Joshi https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/sebi-derivatives-market-rules-sebi-f-o-exposure-limit-changes-sebi-consultation-paper-f-o-rules-open-interest-11740720598675.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/28/1600x900/The-economic-affairs-department-under-the-Union-fi_1740731598166_1740731605166.jpg IN en Sebi proposes revising the ₹500 crore exposure limit for index futures and options. It also proposes a shift to a delta-based approach for open interest and trading limits. The changes aim to enhance market efficiency and risk monitoring in the derivatives market. "Summary Sebi is looking to overhaul how risk is measured in the derivatives market, proposing a shift to a delta-based approach for open interest and trading limits. The changes could enhance market s...[+6983 chars]" 2025-02-28T09:11:56 Pearl Nkrumah appointed as Chair of GSE Council https://www.myjoyonline.com/pearl-nkrumah-appointed-as-chair-of-gse-council https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/download-1.jpg GH en Pearl Nkrumah has been appointed Chairperson of the Council of the GSE. She replaces John Kofi Adomakoh, who resigned as Managing Director of GCB Bank PLC in January 2025. Her appointment took effect on February 21, 2025. She is a visionary banking executive with over 25 years of global experience working with multinational banks. She spearheads the bank's digital strategy and retail growth. "The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has announced the appointment of Pearl Nkrumah as Chairperson of the Council of the GSE. This follows the resignation of John Kofi Adomakoh, who also resigned as Managin...[+1764 chars]" 2025-02-28T08:57:00 Lestari Awards 2025 officially launched: A platform for inspiring sustainability initiatives https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/02/28/lestari-awards-2025-officially-launched-a-platform-for-inspiring-sustainability-initiatives https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/28/3190488.jpg MY en The Lestari Awards 2025 has been officially launched. It is a search for sustainability initiatives that contribute to the future of environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) practices in Indonesia. The number of award categories has increased from 12 to 14. Participation is now open to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and social enterprises. Winners from 12 main categories will automatically advance to A-Epic, a regional ESG forum to be held in Malaysia in November 2025. JAKARTA: The Lestari Awards 2025 has been officially launched, marking the beginning of a nationwide search for sustainability initiatives that contribute to the future of environmental, social, and c...[+5279 chars] 2025-02-28T08:45:02 Coscharis pledges to deliver value in business operations Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4152686/coscharis-pledges-to-deliver-value-in-business-operations.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Coscharis Group has promised to enhance customer satisfaction and provide adequate value for money across all its business operations in 2025. This commitment was agreed upon at a two-day strategy retreat. Click here to read the full news article.   Coscharis Group has promised to enhance customer satisfaction and provide adequate value for money across all its business operations in 2025. This commitment was agreed upon at a two-day strategy ret...[+34 chars] 2025-02-28T08:40:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 1: Chee Hong Tat on a vibrant equities market CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-1-chee-hong-tat-vibrant-equities-market-4967351 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--93gRC4Wh--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740735444-image.jpg?itok=IHJ-IIhE SG en The Monetary Authority of Singapore will start evaluating eligible fund managers and strategies for the Equity Market Development Programme (EQDP) in the next few months. The EQDP will invest in a range of funds with a focus on Singapore stocks. It will be managed by fund managers with strong investment track record and capabilities in Singapore. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will start evaluating eligible fund managers and strategies in the next few months for the Equity Market Development Programme (EQDP). Deputy Chairman of the ...[+951 chars] 2025-02-28T08:34:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 1: Louis Chua on a vibrant equities market CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-1-louis-chua-vibrant-equities-market-4967376 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--3-YzGPg9--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740733941-image.jpg?itok=QjuDWG7E SG en Louis Chua wants clarifications for the latest measures announced in February 2025. He wants to know how the Monetary Authority of Singapore intends to use the S$5 billion seed funding to draw in investments from other investors. He also proposes two key reforms to ensure long-term sustainability. In parliament on Friday (Feb 28), MP Louis Chua said that he welcomed measures to strengthen the equity market developments in Singapore but sought clarifications for the latest measures announced in ...[+561 chars] 2025-02-28T08:33:00 IGCC Annual Report 2024: A Transformative Year For Investor Climate Action Un High... https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/WO2502/S00285/igcc-annual-report-2024-a-transformative-year-for-investor-climate-action.htm http://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1908/scoop_image.jpg NZ en The Investor Group on Climate Change has released its 2024 Annual Report. It highlights a year of significant climate action by investors and policy progress throughout Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. In 2024, IGCC's membership expanded to 108 institutional investors, collectively managing more than $5 trillion in local assets and $40 trillion globally. The Investor Group on Climate Change (IGCC) has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a year of significant climate action by investors and policy progress throughout Australia and Aotearoa Ne...[+1938 chars] 2025-02-28T07:49:53 Gujarat GCCI Sustainability Summit 2025 Set to Transform Business IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/gujarat-gcci-host-first-sustainability-summit-march-866 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en GCCI will host the GCCI Gujarat Sustainability Summit 2025 on March 1, 2025. The event will provide a dedicated platform for businesses to engage in sustainability discussions and collaborate on actionable strategies. The summit will feature over 30 speakers, including sustainability heads from Adani Group and Arvind Group, as well as international knowledge partners from the United Kingdom, Denmark, and the Netherlands. Ahmedabad, Feb 27: Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) will host the GCCI Gujarat Sustainability Summit 2025 on March 1, 2025. The event in the state will provide a dedicated platform for bu...[+2661 chars] 2025-02-28T07:08:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 1: Cheryl Chan on Singapore's carbon abatement plans CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-1-cheryl-chan-singapores-carbon-abatement-plans-4967046 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--oPjPIZU8--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740729135-image.jpg?itok=YTMoNg2d SG en MP Cheryl Chan asked how Singapore intends to achieve the significant levels of carbon abatement needed to meet its targets of reducing emissions in parliament on Friday (Feb 28). She also wants to know how the government plans to get the industrial sector to support Singapore's decarbonisation efforts. What are the government's plans to get the industrial sector to support Singapore's decarbonisation efforts? How can local industries contribute towards enabling structural shifts? Have any new low-ca...[+381 chars] 2025-02-28T07:05:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 1: Lim Wee Kiak on Singapore's climate goals CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-1-lim-wee-kiak-singapores-climate-goals-4967286 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--xA8RDpNJ--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740732756-image.jpg?itok=jewUZews SG en Singapore has said it will reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to between 45 and 50 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2035. This is building on an earlier target of 60 million tonnes by 2030. MP Lim Wee Kiak asked if the country is on track and if it plans pivots from its current decarbonisation strategy. Singapore has said it will reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to between 45 and 50 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2035, building on an earlier target of 60 million by 2030. In parliam...[+290 chars] 2025-02-28T07:02:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 1: Dennis Tan on carbon emission regulations for AI CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-1-dennis-tan-carbon-emission-regulations-ai-4967001 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--GVKXD2v3--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740728236-image.jpg?itok=r2JgUpWz SG en The government should look into regulating the carbon footprint of the use and development of artificial intelligence, said MP Dennis Tan in parliament on Friday (Feb 28). He wanted to know if there is an estimate of how Singapore's energy demand may increase with the push for widespread adoption of AI. The government should look into regulating the carbon footprint of the use and development of artificial intelligence (AI), said MP Dennis Tan in parliament on Friday (Feb 28). He wanted to know if th...[+372 chars] 2025-02-28T07:00:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 1: He Ting Ru on moving from a linear to circular economy CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-1-he-ting-ru-moving-linear-circular-economy-4967021 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--oNHSVWah--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740729439-image.jpg?itok=p_JzSsnp SG en MP He Ting Ru raised the questions in parliament on Friday (Feb 28). She noted that Singapore needs to reduce the resource footprint per unit of GDP and reduce its resource footprint altogether. This includes not simply exporting pollution to other countries that Singapore trades with. She also asked if there is any mechanism to track outsourced carbon from products not made in Singapore. Does the government have any mechanism to track outsourced carbon from products not made in Singapore? Is reducing these emissions covered under any government strategy like the Zero Waste Masterplan?...[+466 chars] 2025-02-28T06:59:34 African Energy Chamber (AEC) Partners with Stryk Global Diplomacy to Bolster United States (U.S.) Engagement in Africa's Oil & Gas Sector https://www.africa.com/african-energy-chamber-aec-partners-with-stryk-global-diplomacy-to-bolster-united-states-u-s-engagement-in-africas-oil-gas-sector https://www.africa.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/418-dikQKR.jpeg US en The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has enlisted international consulting firm Stryk Global Diplomacy (SGD) to support oil and gas engagement between the U.S. and Africa. The collaboration will address ongoing challenges such as financing and policy issues that impact African oil and natural gas projects. It will also foster greater investment and cooperation. "The African Energy Chamber (AEC) ( https://EnergyChamber.org ) – representing the voice of the African energy sector – has enlisted international consulting firm Stryk Global Diplomacy (SGD) to suppor...[+5532 chars]" 2025-02-28T06:55:00 Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 1: Poh Li San on Singapore's climate ambition and plans CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/committee-supply-2025-debate-day-1-poh-li-san-singapores-climate-ambition-and-plans-4966991 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--1KlV2CGM--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/28/1740727349-image.jpg?itok=p2u-Phey SG en Singapore is on track to meet its 2030 target in reducing carbon emissions. MP Poh Li San asked for updates on the government's plans to implement regulations, pricing and market policies to incentivise and enable all sectors of the economy to decarbonise in parliament on Thursday. Is Singapore on track to meet its 2030 target in reducing carbon emissions and how much clean energy and carbon credits will it need to meet this target? MP Poh Li San, who raised this question in par...[+201 chars] 2025-02-28T06:30:00 "Indian IT industry body NASSCOM head upset with Facebook, Amazon and other tech companies going back on DEI; says ""it is absolute ...""" TOI Tech Desk https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/indian-it-industry-body-nasscom-head-upset-with-facebook-amazon-and-other-tech-companies-going-back-on-dei-says-it-is-absolute-/articleshow/118615895.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-118615875,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-11010,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Sindhu Gangadharan is the chairperson of India's IT industry body Nasscom and managing director of SAP India. She is not happy with global technology giants like Facebook, Amazon, Google and others scaling back their Diversity initiatives. She stressed the importance of companies adhering to their core beliefs. "The head of Indian IT industry's apex body NASSCOM is not happy with global technology giants like Facebook , Amazon, Google and others scaling back their Diversity initiatives. Sindhu Gangadharan , c...[+2164 chars]" 2025-02-28T06:30:00 Rosenbauer International AG: Change in the number of voting rights and the share capital Rosenbauer International AG https://www.pressetext.com/news/20250228008 https://www.pressetext.com/img/ptx_adhoc_tw_logo.jpg DE en Rosenbauer International AG's voting rights amount to 10.200.000 and the share capital of the company amounts to EUR 20.400.000 at the end of February 2025. The changes result from the issuance of a total of 3.400,000 new shares in the company derived from a capital increase in February 2025, according to the Austrian Stock Exchange Act. Pursuant to section 135 (1) of the Austrian Stock Exchange Act, Rosenbauer International AG hereby notifies that at the end of February 2025 the total number of voting rights amounts to 10.200.000 and...[+197 chars] 2025-02-28T06:28:04 Q4 2024 Vistra Corp Earnings Call Thomson Reuters Street Events https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/q4-2024-vistra-corp-earnings-062804560.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en Jim Burke, President and CEO, Kristopher Moldovan, Stacey Dore, Julien Dumoulin-Smith, David Arcaro, Michael Sullivan, Agnieszka Storozynski, Durgesh Chopra, Evercore ISI, and Jefferies are on the conference call to discuss Vistra's fourth quarter and full year 2024 operational and financial results. "Eric Micek; Vice President, Investor Relations; Vistra Corp James Burke; President, Chief Executive Officer, Director; Vistra Corp Kristopher Moldovan; Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice Presiden...[+56037 chars]" 2025-02-28T05:18:38 Alliance Finance Company Launches Green Bond on the Colombo Stock Exchange LBO https://www.lankabusinessonline.com/alliance-finance-company-launches-green-bond-on-the-colombo-stock-exchange https://www.lankabusinessonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Picture1.jpg LK en Alliance Finance Company PLC (AFC) is Sri Lanka's oldest operating non-banking financial institution. AFC has been a pioneer in sustainable finance since its inception in 1956. The company has empowered thousands of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) while contributing to the country's economic growth. Alliance Finance Company PLC (AFC), Sri Lanka's oldest operating non-banking financial institution, marked a significant milestone with the issuance of its Green Bond on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CS...[+3100 chars] 2025-02-28T05:09:55 The 17th Annual Global CSR & ESG Summit 2025 Concludes in Ho Chi Minh City, Setting New Standards in Sustainability https://apnews.com/press-release/newmediawire/ho-chi-minh-city-amazon-com-inc-vietnam-richard-david-hames-mai-lam-dong-38dc3fbcce72ca9c4a720cd4117f6069 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/e637228/2147483647/strip/true/crop/196x110+12+0/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F75%2F10%2Fe9157a861c9aa32dce1c2338fb78%2Faf7c85475c8e6b192ddbed6251a6bcde US en The 17th Annual Global CSR & ESG Summit 2025 was held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It was organized by The Pinnacle Group International in collaboration with the Sustainable Technology Centre. The summit brought together industry leaders and experts to explore solutions for achieving net-zero goals and advancing ESG initiatives. It also provided actionable strategies for businesses to align profitability with purpose. HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM, - February 28, 2025 ( NEWMEDIAWIRE) - The 17th Annual Global CSR & ESG Summit 2025, themed 'Scaling Impact and Redefining Value in Sustainability,' came to a successful clos...[+11596 chars] 2025-02-28T04:53:49 Strategic Alliance Forges Path to ESG Excellence and Net Zero Targets Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3280867-strategic-alliance-forges-path-to-esg-excellence-and-net-zero-targets https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/12_07_2024_16_45_18_2074587.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sattva Consulting has teamed up with StepChange in a strategic move to leverage ESG data effectively for Indian enterprises. The collaboration aims to unlock strategic potential and accelerate progress toward Net Zero targets by combining robust data collection with precise ESG analysis. Sattva Consulting, a leader in impact consulting, has teamed up with StepChange in a strategic move to leverage ESG data effectively for Indian enterprises. This collaboration aims to unlock strategic...[+878 chars] 2025-02-28T04:44:00 Plowback profits into savings, Equity boss tells saccos VICTOR AMADALA https://www.the-star.co.ke/business/kenya/2025-02-28-plowback-profits-into-savings-equity-boss-tells-saccos https://cdn.radioafrica.digital/image/2025/02/293d0fa2-15fd-41f8-ae9c-f330f3436c49.png?1740719245882 KE en James Mwangi is the CEO of Equity Bank Group Holdings. He was the chief guest at Sheria Sacco Annual General Meeting. Kenya's saving culture is weak. Equity Bank owns 17 per cent of the Equity Bank, worth almost Sh50 billion. "Equity Bank Group CEO James Mwangi /HANDOUT EQUITY Bank Group Holdings MD, James Mwangi has commended Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (Saccos) for their role in promoting financial literacy i...[+1840 chars]" 2025-02-28T04:23:31 Chemstar reaffirms commitment to growth, employees wellbeing Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4151935/chemstar-reaffirms-commitment-to-growth-employees-wellbeing.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Chemstar Paints Industry Nigeria Limited's parent company, the Chemstar Group, reaffirms its commitment to recognising and rewarding customer loyalty and prioritising the welfare of its workers despite the tough business environment. The post Chemstar reaffirms commitment to growth, employees wellbeing appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Chemstar Group, the parent company of Chemstar Paints Industry Nigeria Limited, has reaffirmed its commitment to recognising and rewarding customer loyalty as well as prioritising the welfare of its w...[+214 chars] 2025-02-28T03:58:24 Stealth Group Holdings Ltd's (ASX:SGI) Stock Is Going Strong: Is the Market Following Fundamentals? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stealth-group-holdings-ltds-asx-035824159.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/67199089f87ca6ea8b33765175d6b1ff US en Stealth Group Holdings (ASX:SGI) has had a great run on the share market with its stock up by a significant 74% over the last month. The company's return on equity (ROE) is 11%, based on the trailing twelve months to December 2024. Its net income growth is 50%, which is higher than the average industry growth of 30%. The three-year median payout ratio for Stealth Group Holdings is 50%. The company is retaining the remaining 50%. Stealth Group Holdings (ASX:SGI) has had a great run on the share market with its stock up by a significant 74% over the last month. Given that the market rewards strong financials in the long-term, w...[+4264 chars] 2025-02-28T03:40:04 India calls out secrecy in UNSC listing rejections, calls it a 'disguised veto' PTI https://www.deccanherald.com/india/india-calls-out-secrecy-in-unsc-listing-rejections-calls-it-a-disguised-veto-3425619 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-02-28%2Fo4jvhvas%2FIndiaAtUNAmbassador-P-Harish-Permanent-Representative-and-USG-unitednations-Department-of-Global-Communications-Ms.-Melissa-Fleming-signed-the-MoU-for-renewing-HindiUN-project-by-five-years.-The-renewal-.jpg?rect=0%2C0%2C627%2C329&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en There needs to be more transparency in the working of the subsidiary bodies of the Council, according to Harish. He also highlights specific areas with regard to working methods that call for urgent reforms, he said. Harish is an official at the Council. Highlighting specific areas with regard to working methods fr the Council that call for urgent reforms, Harish said there needs to be more transparency in the working of the subsidiary bodies of the C...[+7 chars] 2025-02-28T02:20:27 Coscharis pledges to deliver value in business operations Olasunkanmi Akinlotan https://punchng.com/coscharis-pledges-to-deliver-value-in-business-operations https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/23190630/Cosmas-Maduka-1024x630.jpg NG en Coscharis Group has promised to enhance customer satisfaction and provide adequate value for money across all its business operations in 2025. This commitment was agreed at a two-day strategy retreat held recently in Lagos. The retreat focused on aligning the group's vision with its brand promise to deliver outstanding customer experiences. "Coscharis Group has promised to enhance customer satisfaction and provide adequate value for money across all its business operations in 2025. This commitment was agreed upon at a two-day strategy ret...[+1747 chars]" 2025-02-28T01:35:45 UBS Sticks to Its Hold Rating for DGL Group Limited (DGL) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/ubs-sticks-to-its-hold-rating-for-dgl-group-limited-dgl-1034421890 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Timothy Piper maintained a Hold rating on DGL Group Limited and set a price target of A$0.59. Piper covers the Consumer Cyclical sector. DGL market cap is currently A$148.3M and has a P/E ratio of 10.34. "UBS analyst Timothy Piper maintained a Hold rating on DGL Group Limited (DGL – Research Report) today and set a price target of A$0.59. The company's shares opened today at A$0.50. Discover the Best S...[+622 chars]" 2025-02-28T01:03:09 'Bloodbath': Trump's new Social Security chief prepares to fire up to 50% of employees Carl Gibson https://www.alternet.org/trump-social-security-chief https://www.alternet.org/media-library/elon-musk-holds-up-a-chainsaw-onstage-during-the-conservative-political-action-conference-cpac-in-national-harbor-maryland-u.jpg?id=56611726&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C84%2C0%2C84 US en "Leland Dudek, the new acting administrator of the Social Security Administration (SSA), is planning to reduce headcounts by up to 50%. SSA currently employs roughly 60,000 people, who process benefits for more than 71 million Americans as of 2023. They have a deadline of March 14 to decide if they want to retire early, resign or seek ""voluntary reassignments""" "The new acting administrator of the Social Security Administration (SSA) is now announcing that he's carrying out ""significant workforce reductions"" at the critical agency that oversees trillions of d...[+2867 chars]" 2025-02-28T01:00:00 DRUMMOND VENTURES AND ELTON RESOURCES PROVIDE UPDATE REGARDING QUALIFYING TRANSACTION Drummond Ventures Corp https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/drummond-ventures-and-elton-resources-provide-update-regarding-qualifying-transaction-895253265.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2630078/Drummond_Ventures_Corp_DRUMMOND_VENTURES_AND_ELTON_RESOURCES_PRO.pdf?p=pdf&p=twitter CA en Drummond Ventures Corp. and Elton Resources Corp. have entered into an amendment agreement to amend the terms of the merger agreement dated October 31, 2024. The outside date for the proposed transaction between Elton and the Company has been extended to April 30, 2025. The parties continue to work towards the completion of the Proposed Transaction. "VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 27, 2025 /CNW/ - Drummond Ventures Corp. (TSXV: DVX.P) ("" Drummond"" or the "" Company"") and Elton Resources Corp. ("" Elton""), a private corporation incorporated under the laws of th...[+6406 chars]" 2025-02-28T01:00:00 The public is slow to believe the best of politicians https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8904564/jack-waterford-peter-duttons-conflicts-ethics-under-scrutiny https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/pMXRnDj3SUU44AkPpn97sC/a9db561b-0bde-4ed4-ad2f-101b4eb5c25c.jpg/r0_36_1920_1044_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Standards of conduct in Australia have improved over time, but they still fall short of the standards parliament should be proud of. A politician must declare a purchase of shares, as Dutton did with a 2008 purchase of bank shares at the time of the global financial crisis. If subsequently the shares, the house or other investment are sold, the fact of the sale must be disclosed, but the profit or change in circumstances does not have to be declared. Standards of conduct in Australia have actually improved over time. But they still fall significantly short of standards of which parliament could be proud. That they don't is because politicians do n...[+590 chars] 2025-02-28T00:49:51 Making Gujarat's MSMEs future-ready through sustainability https://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/making-gujarats-msmes-future-ready-through-sustainability/81886311.html https://media.ahmedabadmirror.com/am/uploads/mediaGallery/image/1740685349508.jpg-org IN en Gujarat Sustainability Summit 2025 will be held on March 1. It aims to equip companies with practical tools to embrace sustainable practices while staying competitive. The initiative aligns with India's ambitious target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. It will empower over 8,000 MSMEs under GCCI's umbrella to adopt eco-friendly business models. In a major push towards environmental responsibility, the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) ESG Task Force will host the Gujarat Sustainability Summit 2025 on March 1, bringing together ...[+1882 chars] 2025-02-28T00:32:19 Pressure mounts on DOGE to provide more transparency into its inner workings Kevin Collier https://news.yahoo.com/pressure-mounts-doge-more-transparency-003219160.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/TYPi9Ei3IDlfIpXM8PzmNA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/nbc_news_122/f73d90f63ba10a5e37c7e49fc4dc92f4 US en The Center for Biological Diversity is suing Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in order to force it to be more transparent. A judge ruled Thursday that four DOGE officials would have to testify under oath about the group's activities and access to data. Some Republican lawmakers have also requested more transparency from the group. "Politicians, lawsuits and a judicial order are pushing on Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to become more transparent. A lawsuit was filed Thursday attempting to force DOGE to follow th...[+3386 chars]" 2025-02-28T00:08:00 Alliance Finance Company achieves A- stable rating for Green Bond issue https://www.ft.lk/financial-services/Alliance-Finance-Company-achieves-A-stable-rating-for-Green-Bond-issue/42-773595 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_4d4e7a03d8.jpg LK en Alliance Finance Company PLC's Green Bond has received a stable A- (stable) rating from Lanka Rating Agency Ltd., (LRA), reinforcing AFC's financial strength and credibility. The rating reflects AFC's strong financial foundation and ongoing efforts to integrate sustainability into its business model. It signals the company's readiness to engage in eco-friendly investments and projects. Alliance Finance Company PLC (AFC) has announced the successful oversubscription on the opening day of its Green Bond issuance, launched on 17 February, reflecting strong investor confidence in the co...[+2920 chars] 2025-02-28T00:00:00 What Are The Best Leadership Styles In Politically Charged Workplaces? Dr. Diane Hamilton https://www.forbes.com/sites/dianehamilton/2025/02/28/what-are-the-best-leadership-styles-in-politically-charged-workplaces https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c217593d2ebefa17495029/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Every leadership decision today feels like a political statement. Leadership styles have become intertwined with cultural and political trends. The best leadership style today is one that uses curiosity to adapt to the moment. Curiosity allows leaders to step back from assumptions and ask the right questions before making decisions. "What Is The Best Leadership Style In A Politically Charged Workplace? Every leadership decision today feels like a political statement, making it harder than ever for leaders to know what to say, how ...[+3974 chars]" 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Multinational Corporations To Sustainability Lawmakers: ‘Regulate Us, Already!' Mary Foley https://www.forbes.com/sites/maryfoley/2025/02/28/multinational-corporations-to-sustainability-lawmakers-regulate-us-already https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c210b7a548b1825351719f/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=1019,574,x0,y52,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Major components of the European Green Deal that were expected to come into force this year have now been delayed. The European Commission introduced the Omnibus Simplification Package to harmonize and simplify existing sustainability mandates. Some of the most vocal critics have been the businesses themselves who would be regulated by these mandates. If there's one thing business leaders tend to dislike more than regulation, it's regulatory uncertainty. By that measure, 2025 has already gotten off to a tough start as lawmakers and regulators aroun...[+6997 chars] 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Report Says Too Many ESG Funds Are Greenwashing And Some Misleading Heather Farmbrough https://www.forbes.com/sites/heatherfarmbrough/2025/02/28/reports-says-too-many-esg-funds-are-greenwashing-and-misleading https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c0aec847e66621e36f61d2/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Nearly a quarter of Article 8 funds are at risk of greenwashing (making misleading claims about environmental compliance). MainStreet Partners' 2025 ESG and Sustainable Barometer report analyses over 9,500 investment strategies managed by more than 460 asset managers. It evaluates key trends in the European and UK fund markets. "Women from the coal dust covered and power line pollution exposed Masakhane settlement push their ... [+] wheel barrows for a load of free coal Nearly a quarter (23%) of all Article 8 funds remain at ...[+3012 chars]" 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Xali Gold Enters Option to Acquire Sarape Project Located Within Rio Sonora Valley, Mexico Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/Xali_Gold_Enters_Option_to_Acquire_Sarape_Project_Located_Wi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Xali Gold Corp. (TSXV:XGC) has entered into a binding Letter of Intent to develop its gold project in Vancouver, British Columbia. The Company's shares are trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange at the current exchange rate of TSE: XGC. "VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Xali Gold Corp. (TSXV:XGC) (""Xali Gold' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce it has entered into a binding Letter of Intent" 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Pressure mounts on DOGE to provide more transparency into its inner workings NBC Bay Area https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/Pressure_mounts_on_DOGE_to_provide_more_transparency_into_it https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A lawsuit filed Thursday seeks to force DOGE to follow the transparency rules that apply to much of the government. Watch NBC Bay Area News streaming free on NBC News here. The lawsuit claims the Department of Government Efficiency is not following the FOIA's pro-disclosure mandate. Politicians, lawsuits and a judicial order are pushing on Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to become more transparent, NBC News reported. A lawsuit filed Thursday seeks to force DOGE to...[+359 chars] 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Pakistan Beverage Limited advances CSR and climate action initiatives Dawn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/Pakistan_Beverage_Limited_advances_CSR_and_climate_action_in https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Pakistan Beverage Limited (PBL) is working on sustainability initiatives that are setting a new industry. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has evolved from a choice to an imperative and PBL has embraced this responsibility by actively working on CSR initiatives. PBL is committed to environmental sustainability and climate change. In today's world where environmental sustainability and climate change is a critical global priority, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has evolved from a choice to an imperative. Pakistan Beverag...[+130 chars] 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Vaisala Corporation: Disclosure in compliance with Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act (February 26, 2025) (Vaisala Oyj) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/Vaisala_Corporation_Disclosure_in_compliance_with_Chapter_9_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Vaisala Corporation made a disclosure in compliance with Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act on February 26, 2025. The stock exchange release is scheduled for February 28, 2025 at 11:45 a.m. (EET). ) Published: 2025-02-28 10:45:00 CET Vaisala - Major shareholder announcements Vaisala Corporation: Disclosure in compliance with Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act (February ...[+90 chars] 2025-02-28T00:00:00 7th BIMCO ESG network meeting shines a light on the complexity of incorporating human rights ... system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/7th_BIMCO_ESG_network_meeting_shines_a_light_on_the_complexi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The BIMCO ESG network has welcomed over 30 new members in the last few months of 2024, and it continues to grow. Â.  y in the next few months it will welcome over 30 more members. The BIMCO ESG network continues to grow – welcoming over 30 new members in the last few months of 2024. 2025-02-28T00:00:00 BI Investor of the Month: Meet the fund manager who's beaten the S&P 500 over ... system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/BI_Investor_of_the_Month_Meet_the_fund_manager_whos_beaten_t https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/[] US en Michael Cuggino's PGRX fund outperformed the S&P 500 over the past year, gaining 28%. The fund's success is due to its unique strategy focusing on quality growth firms, rather than on the market share of transports, as other funds do. Courtesy of Michael Cuggino, Anna Kim/Getty, Tyler Le/BIMichael Cuggino's fund outperformed the S&P 500 over the past year, gaining 28%.PAGRX's success is due to its unique strategy, he says, focusing...[+181 chars] 2025-02-28T00:00:00 What is an 'economic blackout'? Why people in Texas are boycotting businesses for 24 hours Austin American-Statesman https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/What_is_an_economic_blackout_Why_people_in_Texas_are_boycott https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Big U.S. companies taper or abandon diversity pledges. Walmart, Meta Platforms have rolled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. It's a nationwide protest against the new administration under President Donald Trump. They say, ""We are not a political party. We're not a protest.""" Big U.S. companies taper or abandon diversity pledges Some of the biggest companies in the U.S. from Walmart to Meta Platforms have rolled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs, known as...[+147 chars] 2025-02-28T00:00:00 SEEC Condemns Trump Administration's Unlawful Attack on EPA Endangerment Finding (Don Beyer) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/SEEC_Condemns_Trump_Administration_s_Unlawful_Attack_on_EPA_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The leaders of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) sent a letter to the EPA's Administrator Lee. They include Co-Chairs Reps. Doris Matsui, Mike Quigley, Paul Tonko, Don Beyer, Suzanne Bonamici, Sean Casten, Mike Levin, and Chellie Pingree. ) The leaders of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC), including Co-Chairs Reps. Doris Matsui, Mike Quigley, and Paul Tonko and Vice Chairs Reps. Don Beyer, Suzanne Bonamici, ...[+118 chars] 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Disguised veto: India calls out secrecy over rejection, putting on hold listing bids at UNSC ... The Hindu https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/Disguised_veto_India_calls_out_secrecy_over_rejection_puttin_7 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "India calls for transparency and reform in the workings of the UNSC subsidiary bodies to eliminate 'disguised veto' practices. India wants to eliminate the practice of ""disguising vetoes"" at UNSC subcommittations.   " India calls for transparency and reform in the workings of the UNSC subsidiary bodies to eliminate 'disguised veto' practices 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Net Zero is Dying Around the World But the Diehards Live on Helped by Vast ... The Daily Sceptic https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/Net_Zero_is_Dying_Around_the_World_But_the_Diehards_Live_on_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en In 2021, President Xi Jinping promised that China would strictly limit the increase in coal consumption over the 14th five-year plan period (2021-2025) and phase it down in the 15th plan period from 2026-2030. "In 2021, President Xi Jinping promised that China would "" strictly limit the increase in coal consumption over the 14th five-year plan period (2021-2025) and phase down in the 15th five-year plan peri...[+125 chars]" 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Sustainability Activity Web Archive 2024 (SoftBank Group Corp) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/Sustainability_Activity_Web_Archive_2024_SoftBank_Group_Corp https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ) Contents Top Message Our Approach to Environmental Initiatives Social Initiatives Governance Sustainability Portfolio Companies' ESG Data External Evaluation Stakeholder Engagement. Top Message Top Message. Top message Top message. Contents Top message, Top message and Contents. ) Contents Top Message Our Approach to Environmental Initiatives Social Initiatives Governance Sustainability Portfolio Companies' ESG Data External Evaluation Stakeholder Engagement 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Sustainability Policy (BE Semiconductor Industries NV) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/28/Sustainability_Policy_BE_Semiconductor_Industries_NV https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. has a sustainability policy until December 31, 2024. The policy provides a foundation for the management of the company across the environmental, social and governance aspects of our business related to both our operations and the environment. ") Sustainability Policy December 31, 2024 Sustainability Policy This policy provides a foundation for the management of BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (""Besi"" or the ""Company"") across the environmen...[+85 chars]" 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Mike Feuz: Judicial activism hurts America's economic comeback (Opinoin) Mike Feuz https://www.wvgazettemail.com/opinion/op_ed_commentaries/mike-feuz-judicial-activism-hurts-americas-economic-comeback-opinoin/article_0d9ba8b6-f53e-11ef-bf06-4300d0999058.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/wvgazettemail.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/a8/fa83a870-f2cb-5ab7-92dd-3f65ea13468a/5fbadc1aa7cc5.image.jpg?crop=600%2C315%2C0%2C42 US en Texas District Court Judge Reed O'Connor ruled that American Airlines violated its fiduciary duty by including BlackRock-managed funds in its 401(k) plan because of the asset manager's broader corporate engagement with environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues. President Donald Trump's promises to cut taxes, reduce regulations and promote 'America First' economic policies excite many who think economic growth will result. Unfortunately, that agenda could be ...[+654 chars] 2025-02-28T00:00:00 Paris Agreement requires urgent action to cut pollution, not just vibes The Daily Blog https://thedailyblog.co.nz/2025/02/28/paris-agreement-requires-urgent-action-to-cut-pollution-not-just-vibes-greenpeace https://thedailyblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Unknown-3-3.png NZ en Greenpeace is slamming climate minister Simon Watts for saying New Zealand does not have to meet its climate targets under the Paris climate agreement. Fonterra and lobbyists from Federated Farmers and Dairy NZ are pushing for exempting their farmers from doing their part in the fight for our children's future. .tdi_100.td-a-rec{text-align:center}.tdi_100.td-a-rec:not(.td-a-rec-no-translate){transform:translateZ(0)}.tdi_100 .td-element-style{z-index:-1}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-img{text-align:left}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-...[+3710 chars] 2025-02-27T23:43:11 Star Entertainment anticipates receiving bailout offers Derek Rose https://thewest.com.au/business/finance/star-entertainment-anticipates-receiving-bailout-offers-c-17877774 https://images.thewest.com.au/publication/C-17877774/f85bf970f25541983c81c4232bfc7649e78cfa49-16x9-x0y0w1280h720.jpg?imwidth=1200 AU en Star Entertainment Group is looking for a solution to its financial problems. The company is due to release its financial results on Friday. The half-year report will only be finalised if the liquidity proposals are received and are capable of being able to shore up the Star's financial status. "Star Entertainment Group says it anticipates it will receive one or more financing proposals within hours that could save the cash-strapped casino company. The company said in a statement to the ASX o...[+782 chars]" 2025-02-27T23:42:34 Star Entertainment anticipates receiving bailout offers Derek Rose https://www.begadistrictnews.com.au/story/8904716/star-entertainment-anticipates-receiving-bailout-offers https://www.begadistrictnews.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/1535a51b-c695-4696-a275-f28cf80e8463.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Star Entertainment Group says it will receive one or more financing proposals within hours that could save the cash-strapped casino company. Star shares have been paused from trading on the ASX. Star is due to release its financial results on Friday, but the half-year report will only be finalised if the liquidity proposals are received and are capable of being able to shore up the Star's financial status. "Star Entertainment Group says it anticipates it will receive one or more financing proposals within hours that could save the cash-strapped casino company. The company said in a statement to the ASX o...[+3099 chars]" 2025-02-27T23:22:49 Crypto investor details the SEC's hard bargain Brady Dale https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/crypto-investor-details-the-sec-s-hard-bargain/ar-AA1zWJbu US en "The SEC asked decentralized finance startup founders it settled with to stay out of the crypto industry, according to Joey Krug, partner at venture capital firm Founders Fund. The contents of SEC settlements are seldom discussed due to the agency's ""gag rule"" since the 1970s. The agency's gag rule has been criticized over the years." The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission under chairman Gary Gensler asked decentralized finance startup founders it settled with to stay out of the crypto industry, according to Joey Krug, partner...[+1710 chars] 2025-02-27T23:17:58 The EU Omnibus is Here. Where Does It Leave Supply Chain Due Diligence? Jasmin Malik Chua https://www.yahoo.com/news/eu-omnibus-where-does-leave-231758244.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/sourcing_journal_735/582e847e23c55dfc8483ae59bd0ddfee US en The European Commission proposed amendments to the CSDDD and CSRD on Wednesday. Lara Wolters, the Dutch politician who was the European Parliament's lead negotiator on the supply chain law, feels let down by the proposals. Civil liability regimes, such as the 5 percent of global turnover that offending corporations would have been expected to pony up, have been eliminated. A 10 percent de minimis exception applies to eligible financially material activities that were previously unable to skirt assessment. Lara Wolters, the Dutch politician who was the European Parliament's lead negotiator on the corporate sustainability due diligence directive, or CSDDD, said supporters of the supply chain law 'couldn'...[+13971 chars] 2025-02-27T23:15:00 BOARDWALKTECH SOFTWARE CORP ANNOUNCES NON-BROKERED LIFE OFFERING Boardwalktech Software Corp https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/offerings/boardwalktech-software-corp-announces-non-brokered-life-offering/article_733c137f-7517-5b30-96cd-94fd41e614e6.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/dd23b0fa-a76a-11ea-b298-6f7943d03f88.jpg US en "Boardwalktech Software Corp. intends to complete a non-brokered private placement for gross proceeds of up to C$1,500,000. The Offering is subject to the Listed Issuer Financing Exemption (the "" LIFE"") of National Instrument 45-106." "CUPERTINO, Calif., Feb. 27, 2025 /CNW/ - (TSXV: BWLK) (OTCQB: BWLKF) Boardwalktech Software Corp. (the "" Company"" or "" Boardwalktech"") is pleased to announce, subject to the approval of the TSX Ventur...[+279 chars]" 2025-02-27T22:30:00 Xigem Technologies Announces Intention to Issue Shares Pursuant to Debt Settlement Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/xigem-technologies-announces-intention-issue-223000962.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/2abd9b7668782e2b56c2a33ec45a59e2 US en Xigem Technologies Corporation (CSE: XIGM) (FSE: VZ6) intends to issue 11,845,666 common shares to creditors in exchange for the cancellation of outstanding accounts payable in the aggregate amount of up to $355,370. The Settlement Shares are expected to be issued at a price of $0.03. Creditors include but are not limited to insiders of the Company. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 27, 2025) - Xigem Technologies Corporation (CSE: XIGM) (FSE: VZ6)(""Xigem"" or the ""Company""), announces that it intends to enter into agreements with certai...[+7259 chars]" 2025-02-27T22:00:46 'Stock Exchange has a safe future': LSE boss insists fears of an exodus to New York are overblown John-Paul Ford Rojas https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/markets/article-14444351/Stock-Exchange-safe-future-LSE-boss-insists-fears-exodus-New-York-overblown.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/27/21/95668351-0-image-a-9_1740690770045.jpg GB en LSEG reported a 5.3% rise in full-year profits to £1.26bn. Its equities business reported revenues of £236m with £25bn raised for 274 companies. The relaunch last year of its main market under simplified rules aimed to make the City more attractive place to list. "'Stock Exchange has a safe future': LSE boss insists fears of an exodus to New York are overblown The boss of the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) has played down fears over its future amid an exodu...[+989 chars]" 2025-02-27T21:57:34 Greenwashing - Legitimate claims or promotional opportunities? https://thisislocallondon.co.uk/young-reporter/31840 https://thisislocallondon.co.uk/resources/images/17402122/ GB en In 2025, BP will increase their investment in oil and gas to $10 billion, while cutting upwards of $5 billion from their green investment plan. BP is not the only offender in such greenwashing scandals. Volkswagen was convicted of cheating on their car emission tests, and Ikea was charged with making beechwood chairs from illegally sourced timber from the Carpathian region in Ukraine. "I'm worried about greenwashing. I think we should come down on it very, very hard, whether it's with criminal intent or actively deceptive.' John Elkington, a world authority on corporate responsibili...[+2580 chars]" 2025-02-27T21:36:53 Silver X Mining Announces Brokered Private Placement for Gross Proceeds of up to C$3.0 Million Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/silver-x-mining-announces-brokered-private-placement-for-gross-proceeds-of-up-to-c-3/article_19e55d3c-d114-5323-a3d0-6a77df0dc60d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en "Red Cloud Securities Inc. will act as sole agent and sole bookrunner in connection with a ""best-efforts"" private placement to sell up to 17,647,059 units of the Company at a price of C$0.17 per Unit for gross proceeds of up to C$3,000,000." "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / February 27, 2025 / Silver X Mining Corp. (TSXV:AGX)(OTCQB:AGXPF)(F:...[+417 chars]" 2025-02-27T21:30:00 Intelligent Living Application Group Inc. Announces Closing of $600,000 Public Offering of Ordinary Shares PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/intelligent-living-application-group-inc-announces-closing-of-600000-public-offering-of-ordinary-shares-123674.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1740810649 VN en "Intelligent Living Application Group Inc. announced the closing of its previously announced ""best efforts"" public offering of 1,034,483 ordinary shares of the Company at a public offering price of $0.58 per share. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering for general corporate purposes, capital expenditures, working capital and general and administrative expenses." Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+2684 chars] 2025-02-27T21:03:00 Diginex Limited Announces Relocation of Headquarters to London as Cornerstone for Global Expansion Diginex Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/diginex-limited-announces-relocation-of-headquarters-to-london-as-cornerstone-for-global-expansion/article_57deccd4-ef9d-5b46-bdbd-a286bacfb69e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diginex Limited will relocate its corporate headquarters to London, the United Kingdom. The Company signed a lease for office space with International Workplace Group for 18 months at 25 Wilton Road, Victoria, London, Greater London, SW1V 1LW, commencing on April 1, 2025. LONDON, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGNX), an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ...[+1039 chars] 2025-02-27T21:00:00 DEI comes and goes but profits are forever Jeff Sommer https://www.straitstimes.com/business/invest/dei-comes-and-goes-but-profits-are-forever https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/62d2404a7d55c5e490ea721ca31de96c441cb727071152b45c8dec57576089f4 SG en Many companies are muting their commitments to programmes embracing diversity, equity and inclusion. CEOs from companies like Johnson & Johnson, FedEx, Wells Fargo and Amazon said they were devoted to serving employees and customers, protecting the environment and treating suppliers ethically six years ago. "Many companies are muting their commitments to programmes embracing diversity, equity and inclusion. PHOTO: PIXABAY A prominent group of chief executives said almost six years ago that making profits ...[+421 chars]" 2025-02-27T20:57:27 Great Reset: Eat Less Meat to Meet Green Goals, Says UK Climate Change Committee https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/great-reset-eat-less-meat-to-meet-green-goals-says-uk-climate-change-0599c6f49b7eb1410c2c0968f0d87cf7646b765b https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/02/GettyImages-1803773945-1-640x335.jpg FR en The UK's Climate Change Committee has called for society-wide behavioural modification to meet the government's green agenda goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions by the middle of the century. UK citizens will need to eat at least 260 grams less meat per week in order to meet planned emissions reductions. The United Kingdom's Climate Change Committee has called for society-wide behavioural modification to meet the government's green agenda goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions by the middle of the...[+937 chars] 2025-02-27T20:37:08 ASEAN companies' anti-corruption disclosure declines, Philippines records largest drop Jewel Stolarchuk https://theindependent.sg/asean-companies-anti-corruption-disclosure-declines-philippines-records-largest-drop https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Depositphotos_362452206_L-e1726383030496.jpg SG en ASEAN Corporate Integrity Disclosure Study 2024 assessed the anti-corruption policies of 50 largest listed companies in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. The overall disclosure rate averaged 64% across the five ASEAN countries, marking a five-percentage-point decrease from 2022. Thailand continued to lead in transparency, scoring 80%. SINGAPORE: The level of anti-corruption disclosure among major ASEAN companies has continued to decline, according to the ASEAN Corporate Integrity Disclosure Study 2024 , released by the Institute of...[+1578 chars] 2025-02-27T20:00:00 Sable and Moxico Resources Sign Letter Agreement for the El Fierro Project and the Cerro Negro Property, San Juan Province, Argentina Feb. 27, 2025 20:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6047789 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/ZDBkYzY4MDMtZjUwZi00OTc0LWIyMGUtOTY3YTE3OTYxOGZjLTExMDIyMzg=/tiny/Sable-Resources-Ltd-.png TW en Sable Resources Ltd. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Sable Argentina S.A. have signed a binding letter agreement with Moxico Resources plc, an unlisted private UK public company, granting them an exclusive option to acquire 51% of the Company's El Fierro Project and Cerro-Negro Property. Sable will operate all exploration programs during the option period and will receive in the first year a 10% management fee on all eligible exploration expenditures incurred. "VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sable Resources Ltd. (""Sable"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:SAE | OTCQB:SBLRF) is pleased to announce that the Company and its wholly-owned sub...[+8865 chars]" 2025-02-27T19:47:00 ERShares XOVR ETF Expands Access to High-Growth Private Companies and Sets a New Standard for Private Equity Valuation in ETFs PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ershares-xovr-etf-expands-access-194700299.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/5ff7a437e779f13b5481f9a5d7c45466 US en ERShares is the issuer of the XOVR ETF, the first exchange-traded fund to integrate private equity into its portfolio. ERShares has a diversified portfolio that includes SpaceX and Klarna, a leading fintech company preparing for its IPO. ER shares is committed to providing investors with exposure to high-growth companies through a disciplined and research-driven investment approach. NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ERShares, the issuer of the XOVR ETF, the first exchange-traded fund to integrate private equity into its portfolio, continues to lead the financial industry wi...[+4056 chars] 2025-02-27T19:47:00 ERShares XOVR ETF Expands Access to High-Growth Private Companies and Sets a New Standard for Private Equity Valuation in ETFs ERShares https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/corporate_expansion/ershares-xovr-etf-expands-access-to-high-growth-private-companies-and-sets-a-new-standard/article_0648fb8a-483e-53d4-8917-c97ddc6a5309.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/40/f40ded48-b185-5d10-bf90-ded91c6d8583/67c0c4cf98518.image.jpg?crop=1499%2C787%2C567%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en ERShares is the issuer of the XOVR ETF, the first exchange-traded fund to integrate private equity into its portfolio. ERShares is setting the new standard for investor access to high-growth private companies. Its portfolio includes SpaceX and Klarna, a leading fintech company preparing for its IPO. NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ERShares, the issuer of the XOVR ETF, the first exchange-traded fund to integrate private equity into its portfolio, continues to lead the financial industry wi...[+283 chars] 2025-02-27T19:32:47 Parliament told Eskom needs two things before ‘ultimate certainty' load shedding is over Ethan van Diemen https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-02-27-parliament-told-eskom-needs-two-things-before-ultimate-certainty-load-shedding-is-over https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Dan-Marokane-2-scaled.jpg?fit=1280%2C640&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en Dan Marokane's tenure as Eskom CEO began in March 2023. He was responding to questions from members of Parliament at a sitting of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) on Thursday evening. He said the country is not out of the woods yet and that the utility needs to meet two objectives before it could definitively declare an end to load shedding. On Thursday evening, Eskom CEO Dan Marokane confirmed in no uncertain terms that the country is 'not out of the woods yet' and that the utility needed to meet two objectives before it could definitive...[+3667 chars] 2025-02-27T18:47:42 Goldman Sachs poised to roll back DEI practices in annual report: sources New York Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Goldman_Sachs_poised_to_roll_back_DEI_practices_in_annual_re https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en Goldman Sachs is set to scale back some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies amid a White House-backed crackdown on so-called 'woke' capitalism. CEO David Solomon will change course under the threat of the White House crackdown on capitalism. Goldman Sachs will focus on attracting the best talent. Goldman Sachs is set to scale back some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies amid a White House-backed crackdown on so-called 'woke' capitalism, The Post has learned.CEO David Solomon will...[+170 chars] 2025-02-27T18:43:06 Paramount ends DEI policies, cites Trump executive order Russell Leung https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/paramount-ends-dei-policies-cites-trump-executive-order/ar-AA1zVKEe US en Paramount Global told its employees this week that it's ending numerous diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Co-CEOs George Cheeks, Chris McCarthy and Brian Robbins cited the executive order, Supreme Court and federal mandates as the reason for the changes. The company will no longer set or use numerical goals related to the race, ethnicity, sex or gender of hires. It also no longer collects such stats for its U.S. job applicants on forms and career pages except in the markets where it's legally required to do so. "Paramount Global told its employees this week that it's ending numerous diversity, equity and inclusion policies, according to a memo obtained by CNBC. In the memo sent to employees Wednesday, Paramou...[+3190 chars]" 2025-02-27T18:25:22 SJW Group Announces Leadership Transition and Executive Promotions to Drive Continued Growth Sjw Group https://www.enidnews.com/region/sjw-group-announces-leadership-transition-and-executive-promotions-to-drive-continued-growth/article_82f18ea7-c675-56bb-b234-0fd81ccfae34.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Eric W. Thornburg will retire as Chief Executive Officer and President of SJW Group effective June 30, 2025. Andrew F. Walters will replace him as CEO. Bruce A. Hauk promoted to President, Kristen A. Johnson promoted to the newly formed Shared Services organization. "Eric W. Thornburg to retire as Chief Executive Officer and President effective June 30, 2025; will remain on as non-executive Chair of the Board Andrew F. Walters named next Chief Executive Officer Br...[+9585 chars]" 2025-02-27T18:05:50 SJW Group CEO Eric Thornburg to retire, Andrew Walters to succeed Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sjw-group-ceo-eric-thornburg-to-retire-andrew-walters-to-succeed-1034420556 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Eric Thornburg will retire as CEO and President of SJW Group on June 30, 2025. Andrew Walters will succeed him as CEO effective July 1, 2025, and he will remain on the Board of Directors as non-executive Chair of the Board. Bruce Hauk, COO and Kristen Johnson, SVP and Chief Administrative Officer will become President of the Shared Services organization. SJW Group (SJW) announced a leadership transition that marks the next phase of the company's strategic direction and planned growth. Eric Thornburg will retire as CEO and President of SJW Group on Jun...[+816 chars] 2025-02-27T18:02:55 SJW Group Announces Leadership Transition and Executive Promotions to Drive Continued Growth SJW Group https://www.eagletribune.com/region/sjw-group-announces-leadership-transition-and-executive-promotions-to-drive-continued-growth/article_bc603e90-62f6-5b25-b0d6-028e080203a2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Eric W. Thornburg will retire as Chief Executive Officer and President of SJW Group effective June 30, 2025. Andrew F. Walters will replace him as CEO. Bruce A. Hauk promoted to President, Kristen A. Johnson promoted to the newly formed Shared Services organization. "Eric W. Thornburg to retire as Chief Executive Officer and President effective June 30, 2025; will remain on as non-executive Chair of the Board Andrew F. Walters named next Chief Executive Officer Br...[+721 chars]" 2025-02-27T18:00:29 Oil India Ltd announces significant improvement in 2024 CDP ratings MPost https://www.millenniumpost.in/business/oil-india-ltd-announces-significant-improvement-in-2024-cdp-ratings-600451 https://www.millenniumpost.in/images/logo.png IN en OIL has announced a significant improvement in its CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) ratings. In its first year of response, OIL elevated its Climate Change rating from F to C and secured a B- in Water Security. OIL also unveiled its ESG Strategy under project 'Santulan', at India Energy Week 2025 in New Delhi. New Delhi: Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna CPSE and a leading energy company in India, has announced a significant improvement in its 2024 CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) ratings, reflec...[+1600 chars] 2025-02-27T18:00:00 Cargotec publishes its 2024 annual report and financial statements Feb. 27, 2025 18:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6047623 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Cargotec's annual report and financial statements for the financial year 1 January-31 December 2024 have been published in English and Finnish. The report consists of the annual review, financial review, corporate governance statement and remuneration report. The sustainability statement has been compiled in accordance with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). The Board of Directors' report and the consolidated financial statements are published as an XHTML file. Ernst & Young Oy has provided an independent auditor's reasonable assurance report. "CARGOTEC CORPORATION, STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE, 27 FEBRUARY 2025 AT NOON (EET) Cargotec publishes its 2024 annual report and financial statements Cargotec's annual report 2024 and financial statements f...[+1539 chars]" 2025-02-27T18:00:00 MEP urges government to oppose ‘omnibus' proposal Agriland Media https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/mep-urges-government-to-oppose-omnibus-proposal https://cdn.agriland.ie/uploads/2024/10/flags-of-the-european-union-in-front-of-the-europe-2024-02-12-18-24-13-utc-scaled.jpg IE en Lynn Boylan is calling on the government to oppose Ursula von der Leyen's 'omnibus' package to cut red tape for businesses. The commission wants to reduce administrative burdens by up to 35% for small and medium-sized businesses by the end of its mandate in 2029. "Sinn Féin MEP for Dublin, Lynn Boylan has urged the government to oppose Ursula von der Leyen's 'omnibus' package to cut red tape for businesses. In its Work Programme for 2025, the commission announc...[+2238 chars]" 2025-02-27T17:56:17 US companies drop diversity policies after Trump's order Reuters https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/us-companies-drop-diversity-policies-after-trump-s-order/ar-AA1zVvgr US en Some major U.S. companies have dropped or considered altering their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies following President Trump's executive order to curtail such programs at the federal and private level. Even before Trump took office, big corporations were under increasing pressure from conservative groups to cut back on DEI policies aimed at boosting racial and ethnic representation at the workplace. Starbucks' shareholders voted for an executive compensation plan that dropped a bonus related to DEI goals. Tractor Supply, Tractor, Deere, Harley-David, Brown-Forman, Ford, Molson Coors, McDonald's, Boeing, Walmart, Amazon, Google, Facebook, and Meta are among the companies (Reuters) - From Google to Target, many major U.S. companies have dropped or considered altering their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies following President Donald Trump's executive order...[+4893 chars] 2025-02-27T17:49:32 European Chamber calls for green collaboration Shenzhen Daily https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/European_Chamber_calls_for_green_collaboration https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7zn_I1DWh3c/0.jpg US en Both the EU and China are committed to addressing climate change. European companies' expertise in green energy and sustainable practices are advanced. China's 14th Five-Year Plan emphasizes eco-friendly policies, especially with the 14th 5-year plan for development of Shenzhen. Windy Shaowindysjf@hotmail.comDURING a recent interview with Shenzhen Daily, Francine Hadjisotiriou, general manager of the European Union Chamber of Commerce South China Chapter, said Shenzhen should...[+325 chars] 2025-02-27T17:00:33 JCDecaux is once again referenced in the CDP A List, maintaining its Leadership level in 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/jcdecaux-is-once-again-referenced-in-the-cdp-a-list-maintaining-its-leadership-level-in-2024/2064262 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/28/552646.png PH en JCDecaux SE is the number one outdoor advertising company worldwide. It has been recognised for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for the second year in a row. The company has committed to a Science-Based Targets (SBTi) trajectory with short- and long-term absolute emission reduction targets at company level. It also joined the Euronext Paris CAC® SBT 1.5° climate index. "JCDecaux is once again referenced in the CDP A List, maintaining its Leadership level in 2024 Paris, February 27 th , 2025 - JCDecaux SE (Euronext Paris: DEC), the number one outdoor advertising compa...[+3366 chars]" 2025-02-27T16:57:12 Paramount ends DEI policies, cites Trump executive order Russell Leung https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/business/money-report/paramount-ends-dei-policies-cites-trump-executive-order/6166586 https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2025/02/108038295-1727181898915-gettyimages-2167968575-SKYDANCE_PARAMOUNT.jpeg?quality=85&strip=all&resize=1200%2C675 US en Paramount Global is ending several diversity, equity and inclusion policies related to data collection and staffing. Co-CEOs George Cheeks, Chris McCarthy and Brian Robbins cited President Donald Trump's executive order banning DEI in the government and the Supreme Court and federal mandates as the reason for the changes. Comcast is under investigation by the federal government for its DEI policies. "Paramount Global is ending several diversity, equity and inclusion policies related to data collection and staffing. The company cited President Donald Trump's executive order banning DEI in the gover...[+3921 chars]" 2025-02-27T16:21:15 DataMetrex Management Announces Strategic Plan ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/DataMetrex_Management_Announces_Strategic_Plan_k https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/[] US en of Datametrex AI Limited (TSXV:DM)(FSE:D4G)(OTC PINK:DTMXF). The Company is focusing on AI. for its strategic direction. For more information. "TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / February 27, 2025 / Datametrex AI Limited (the ""Company"" or ""Datametrex'') (TSXV:DM)(FSE:D4G)(OTC PINK:DTMXF) is pleased to provide an update on its strategic direction...[+35 chars]" 2025-02-27T16:00:00 Johor-Singapore SEZ gets initial investors https://www.thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2025/02/28/johor-singapore-sez-gets-initial-investors https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/28/3189656.jpg MY en Hong Kong-listed Gold Peak Technology Group will invest RM670m in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) at Iskandar Puteri. The investment will bring advanced manufacturing capabilities, high-quality job opportunities and sustainable economic growth to the state. "Lam (second from right) presenting a letter of intent to invest in the JS-SEZ to Natazha (left), witnessed by Onn Hafiz and Ng. THE Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) has landed one of its...[+1739 chars]" 2025-02-27T16:00:00 The path to green https://www.thestar.com.my/esg/2025/02/28/the-path-to-green https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/28/3189774.jpg MY en The ESG Positive Impact Awards 2024 (ESG PIA) Winners Showcase was held recently at Menara Star. The event featured speakers and exhibitors from various industries excelling in the green space. Exhibitors included 2023 gold winners: Complete Human Network Sdn Bhd in the Sustainable Ecosystems category, MM Century Sdn bhd in Waste Management category, and Heliosel Sdn in the Renewable Energy category. UEM Edgenta Bhd was also an exhibitor. The curiosity of business operators eager to drive green change was satisfied at the ESG Positive Impact Awards 2024 (ESG PIA) Winners Showcase, held recently at Menara Star. The event featured speake...[+5939 chars] 2025-02-27T15:55:00 Sziget Festival Receives International Green Recognition In Budapest https://bbj.hu/budapest/festivals/in-budapest/sziget-festival-receives-international-green-recognition https://bbj.hu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/drone_DJI_20230812220841_0138_D.jpg HU en Sziget received the 'Recommended' rating for its sustainability efforts at this year's Greener Future awards. Sziget's Green Points, the Think for Tomorrow stage and the Civil Island engage visitors in a unique fusion of social and environmental initiatives, creating a vibrant and progressive festival atmosphere. "This recognition reflects the festival's commitment to sustainability, ranging from waste reduction and the use of renewable energy sources to promoting inclusivity and responsible eating. Greener Fut...[+1533 chars]" 2025-02-27T15:43:34 FACTBOX US companies drop diversity policies after Trump's order Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/us/factbox-us-companies-drop-diversity-policies-after-trumps-order-2025-02-27 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/LRZVXAORIVLJBK4DWXCS2SXWUM.jpg?auth=c98285f158be300326a5ef86c1641520a894a5ad18e3a5b44bedc630cae06bfd&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Some major U.S. companies have dropped or considered altering their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies following President Donald Trump's executive order. Even before Trump took office, big corporations were under increasing pressure from conservative groups to cut back on DEI policies aimed at boosting racial and ethnic representation at the workplace. Feb 27 (Reuters) - From Google to Target, many major U.S. companies have dropped or considered altering their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies following President Donald Trump's executiv...[+395 chars] 2025-02-27T15:32:28 Governor Aiyedatiwa swears in Commissioners, Special Advisers https://www.tvcnews.tv/2025/02/governor-aiyedatiwa-swears-in-commissioners-special-advisers https://tvcnews.gridpapacdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/cropped-tvcnews-icon-2023-32x32.png TV en Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the Governor of Ondo State, spoke at the swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed and reappointed members of the State Executive Council. He encouraged them to embrace cooperation and collaborate successfully with career officers, Permanent Secretaries, and Accounting Officers in their respective Ministries, Departments and Agencies. "Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the Governor of Ondo State, says his administration is eager to fulfill the promises made to the people. He spoke at the swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed and reappointed memb...[+864 chars]" 2025-02-27T15:30:06 Goldman Sachs tamps down diversity language in its annual report as DEI comes under attack Reed Alexander https://www.businessinsider.com/goldman-diversity-dei-hiring-goals-annual-report-trump-2025-2 https://i.insider.com/67c07a3db8b41a9673f9284f?width=1200&format=jpeg US en "Goldman Sachs tamped down the diversity language in its annual report. It mentioned diversity just three times in this year's report. The bank's CEO, David Solomon, pointed to the political landscape under the Trump administration. BlackRock this week also cut mentions of its ""three pillar DEI strategy"" in its report." "Goldman Sachs mentioned diversity just 3 times in this year's report. It said its ""aspirational hiring goals"" will expire this year without saying if it would set new goals. The firm's CEO, David Solo...[+3539 chars]" 2025-02-27T15:25:05 2025: The Year Of Corporate Governance Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/2025_The_Year_Of_Corporate_Governance https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/[] US en "Companies must lead in these uncertain times. They must positively influence their environment, adapt to changes, and prevent and mitigate risks efficiently and effectively, according to the company's website.   . ""Leading in uncertain times means positively influencing their environment and adapting to changes.""" Companies must lead in these uncertain times, positively influence their environment, adapt to changes, and prevent and mitigate risks efficiently and effectively. 2025-02-27T15:02:30 EU green finance row-back sets climate investment challenge Simon Jessop https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/eu-green-finance-row-back-sets-climate-investment-challenge-2025-02-27 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/QQGPJILM6RICTACLFDCRN5OY7A.jpg?auth=02ee3e52862c5dbf86b0c7a99889897f370c36b4123c3b2925d46a5dacf2697d&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The European Commission proposes to pare back its flagship sustainability reporting rules. Europe has set the pace in figuring out how to move the real economy towards net-zero emissions by 2050. The EU executive proposed scaling back a landmark supply chain due diligence law and softened penalties for those that breach it. LONDON, Feb 27 (Reuters) - A move by the European Commission to pare back its flagship sustainability reporting rules risks making it harder for investors to decide where to put their money to help th...[+3643 chars] 2025-02-27T15:01:00 Analysis-EU Green Finance Row-Back Sets Climate Investment Challenge Simon Jessop https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2025-02-27/analysis-eu-green-finance-row-back-sets-climate-investment-challenge https://www.usnews.com/dims4/USNEWS/8898985/2147483647/thumbnail/970x647/quality/85/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usnews.com%2Fcmsmedia%2F83%2Fba1f26f1857afb2ed10744070bfcdf%2Ftag%3Areuters.com%2C2025%3Anewsml_LYNXNPEL1Q0ML%3A12025-02-27T150158Z_1_LYNXNPEL1Q0ML_RTROPTP_3_EU-CZECH-CRIME.JPG US en The European Commission wants to cut back its flagship sustainability reporting rules to help the bloc reach its climate goals. Since the 2015 global deal on limiting climate change was reached, Europe has set the pace in figuring out how to move the real economy towards net-zero emissions by 2050. The EU executive proposed scaling back a landmark supply chain due diligence law and softened penalties for those that breach it. "By Simon Jessop, Kate Abnett and Virginia Furness LONDON (Reuters) - A move by the European Commission to pare back its flagship sustainability reporting rules risks making it harder for investors to ...[+3685 chars]" 2025-02-27T14:16:27 Morgan Stanley Remains a Hold on Essex Property (ESS) Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/morgan-stanley-remains-a-hold-on-essex-property-ess-1034419193 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Morgan Stanley has a Hold rating on Essex Property with a price target of $300.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at $301.55. The market cap of the company is $20.08B and it has a P/E ratio of 26.13. In a report released today, Adam Kramer from Morgan Stanley maintained a Hold rating on Essex Property (ESS – Research Report), with a price target of $300.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at...[+827 chars] 2025-02-27T14:14:24 Goldman Sachs tweaks its diversity policy Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/goldman-sachs-tweaks-its-diversity-policy-2025-02-27 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/3Z5FOTPFMRIFXHEPBLSP2IQX6Y.jpg?auth=c292c1136e57b92a25b369fa9336a08676b00b9492c28cc67397e42de7e53e1f&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Goldman Sachs has tweaked its diversity initiatives in light of developments in the law in the U.S., the Wall Street bank said on Thursday. CEO David Solomon believes that merit and diversity are not mutually exclusive, he said. The changes are to reflect developments in law. "Feb 27 (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs (GS.N), opens new tab has dropped an entire section dedicated to ""diversity and inclusion"" from its annual filing released on Thursday, as Wall Street firms dial back ...[+1629 chars]" 2025-02-27T14:14:09 Goldman drops diversity and inclusion section from annual filing Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/goldman-sachs-tweaks-diversity-policy-141409613.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/a8efb3733c85265566e5e67a9d774e97 US en "Goldman Sachs has dropped an entire section dedicated to diversity and inclusion from its annual filing released on Thursday. The bank's previously set five-year ""aspirational hiring and representation goals"" are set to expire this year. Corporate America has softened its stance on diversity, equity and inclusion in recent weeks after President Donald Trump issued an executive order last month." "(Reuters) -Goldman Sachs has dropped an entire section dedicated to ""diversity and inclusion"" from its annual filing released on Thursday, as Wall Street firms dial back their diversity initiatives af...[+1564 chars]" 2025-02-27T14:14:09 Goldman drops diversity and inclusion section from annual filing Reuters https://www.yahoo.com/news/goldman-sachs-tweaks-diversity-policy-141409212.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/a8efb3733c85265566e5e67a9d774e97 US en "Goldman Sachs has dropped an entire section dedicated to diversity and inclusion from its latest annual filing released on Thursday. The bank's previously set five-year ""aspirational hiring and representation goals"" are also set to expire this year. Corporate America has softened its stance on diversity, equity and inclusion in recent weeks after President Trump issued an executive order last month." "(Reuters) - Goldman Sachs has dropped an entire section dedicated to ""diversity and inclusion"" from its latest annual filing released on Thursday, the latest U.S. company dial back its diversity initi...[+1240 chars]" 2025-02-27T14:14:09 Goldman drops diversity and inclusion section from annual filing Brendan Mcdermid https://gazette.com/news/us-world/goldman-drops-diversity-and-inclusion-section-from-annual-filing/article_e2a72597-adcf-5255-a917-76e4b1b25d8a.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/gazette.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/03/403d917f-b730-5475-a5a6-95e1921348f2/67c075648564d.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C56 US en "Goldman Sachs has dropped an entire section dedicated to diversity and inclusion from its latest annual filing released on Thursday. The bank's previously set five-year ""aspirational hiring and representation goals"" are also set to expire this year. Corporate America has softened its stance on diversity, equity and inclusion in recent weeks after President Donald Trump took charge." "(Reuters) - Goldman Sachs has dropped an entire section dedicated to ""diversity and inclusion"" from its latest annual filing released on Thursday, the latest U.S. company dial back its diversity initi...[+1080 chars]" 2025-02-27T14:14:00 Goldman Sachs Tweaks Its Diversity Policy Reuters https://www.usnews.com/news/top-news/articles/2025-02-27/goldman-sachs-tweaks-its-diversity-policy https://www.usnews.com/dims4/USNEWS/e1daafc/2147483647/thumbnail/970x647/quality/85/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usnews.com%2Fcmsmedia%2Fee%2F2125d2f8b4562bdd31c00d5e209600%2Ftag%3Areuters.com%2C2025%3Anewsml_LYNXNPEL1Q0LD%3A12025-02-27T141409Z_1_LYNXNPEL1Q0LD_RTROPTP_3_HEALTH-CORONAVIRUS-GOLDMAN.JPG US en Goldman Sachs has tweaked its diversity initiatives in light of developments in the law in the U.S. The bank believes that merit and diversity are not mutually exclusive, CEO David Solomon says. The changes reflect developments in law in U.s., the Wall Street bank says. "(Reuters) -Goldman Sachs has dropped an entire section dedicated to ""diversity and inclusion"" from its annual filing released on Thursday, as Wall Street firms dial back their diversity initiatives af...[+1531 chars]" 2025-02-27T14:10:44 DOGE access to US intelligence secrets poses a national security threat, Democrats say - WNKY News 40 Television https://www.wnky.com/i/doge-access-to-us-intelligence-secrets-poses-a-national-security-threat-democrats-say https://wpcdn.us-east-1.vip.tn-cloud.net/www.wnky.com/content/uploads/2018/10/favicon.ico US en "Democratic lawmakers are demanding answers from Elon Musk about Department of Government Efficiency staffers sharing national security secrets over insecure communication channels. A White House spokesman says it takes direct access to the system to identify and fix it. . ""It takes directly access to a system to fix it."" " WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic lawmakers are demanding answers from Elon Musk about whether Department of Government Efficiency staffers have shared national security secrets over insecure communication...[+544 chars] 2025-02-27T14:04:46 Initiative pour un devoir de vigilance slams EU commission's omnibus package Pascal Husting https://delano.lu/article/initiative-pour-un-devoir-de-vigilance-slams-eu-commissions-omnibus-package https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/initiative-pour-un-devoir-de-vigilance-slams-eu-commissions-omnibus-package/0.5/0.5/600/400/707753.jpg LU en Initiative pour un devoir de vigilance (IDV) is waiting for the content of the omnibus on CSRD, CSDDD and taxonomy. The NGO is concerned about a frontal attack on corporate responsibility and sustainability. The IDV is calling on the Luxembourg government and Luxembourg MEPs to reject the Omnibus proposal. 'Don't give up!' This was the position of the Initiative pour un devoir de vigilance (IDV) while waiting for the content of its omnibus on CSRD, CSDDD and taxonomy. On 10 February the NGO, made up of ...[+2283 chars] 2025-02-27T13:50:49 Great Reset: Eat Less Meat to Meet Green Goals, Says UK Climate Change Committee Kurt Zindulka https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/02/27/great-reset-eat-less-meat-to-meet-green-goals-says-uk-climate-change-committee https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/02/GettyImages-1803773945-1-640x335.jpg US en The UK's Climate Change Committee has called for society-wide behavioural modification to meet the government's green agenda goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions by the middle of the century. UK accounts for less than one per cent of global emissions. The CCC proposed a range of different taxes that could be applied to make air travel more expensive and urged people to drive less and use more public transport. The United Kingdom's Climate Change Committee has called for society-wide behavioural modification to meet the government's green agenda goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions by the middle of the...[+2777 chars] 2025-02-27T13:11:29 Encore Capital price target lowered to $55 from $65 at Citizens JMP Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/encore-capital-price-target-lowered-to-55-from-65-at-citizens-jmp-1034418658 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Citizens JMP lowered the firm's price target on Encore Capital to $55 from $65 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Management has set the bar low enough to focus on U.S. performance and the greater earnings visibility in 2025, the firm argues. Citizens JMP lowered the firm's price target on Encore Capital (ECPG) to $55 from $65 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Encore Capital ended 2024 with record collections and purchases in t...[+641 chars] 2025-02-27T13:06:05 Irish businesses significantly shift towards sustainability Róisín Kilroy https://www.advertiser.ie/galway/article/145074 https://www.advertiser.ie/images/2025/02/145074.jpg?fbrefresh=1136914e91d9 IE en There is a growing demand for sustainability professionals in Ireland. CPL's Sustainability Strategy & Report 2024 details a 62 per cent year-on-year increase in the demand for such professionals. The company has placed over 76,000 people into decent work since 2019. "BY RÓISÍN KILROY Galway Advertiser, Thu, Feb 27, 2025 More and more Irish businesses are turning their attention to sustainability. This represents a 19 per cent jump on the figures recorded in 2022, ...[+5116 chars]" 2025-02-27T13:00:40 Extra Space Storage price target lowered to $163 from $167 at RBC Capital Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/extra-space-storage-price-target-lowered-to-163-from-167-at-rbc-capital-1034418515 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en RBC Capital has lowered the price target on Extra Space Storage (EXR) to $163 from $167 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The company's 2025 FFO guidance was slightly better than RBC expected following Public Storage's (PSA) results, but this was offset by less-valuable increase in bridge loans and a new preferred investment. RBC Capital lowered the firm's price target on Extra Space Storage (EXR) to $163 from $167 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares after its Q4 results and below-consensus guide. The company's...[+521 chars] 2025-02-27T13:00:00 Easterly Government Properties to Participate in the Citi 2025 Global Property CEO Conference Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/easterly-government-properties-participate-citi-130000583.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/a41cfd8bba842e816b86dc7d8d820b3a US en Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (DEA) is a fully integrated real estate investment trust focused on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties leased to the U.S. Government and its adjacent partners. Management will present at the Citi 2025 Global Property CEO Conference in Hollywood, Florida on March 3, 2025, at 8:10 AM Eastern Time. "WASHINGTON, February 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) (the ""Company"" or ""Easterly""), a fully integrated real estate investment trust (""REIT"") focused primari...[+1722 chars]" 2025-02-27T12:37:32 Sweetgreen price target lowered to $30 from $45 at RBC Capital Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sweetgreen-price-target-lowered-to-30-from-45-at-rbc-capital-1034418173 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en RBC Capital analyst Logan Reich lowered the firm's price target on Sweetgreen (SG) to $30 from $45 but keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The company's Q4 revenue was largely in-line, but SSS came in 190 bps below expectations. The combination of LA fires, colder weather, and holiday timing are weighing on Q1 performance. Management expects to increase the pace of menu innovation, launch loyalty and ramp marketing investments through the year. RBC Capital analyst Logan Reich lowered the firm's price target on Sweetgreen (SG) to $30 from $45 but keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The company's Q4 revenue was largely in-line, but SSS c...[+681 chars] 2025-02-27T12:22:40 Toyah Cordingley murder trial Day 3 https://www.cairnspost.com.au/news/cairns/toyah-cordingley-murder-trial-day-3/video/4edbbf9488c008d97535c1475f73e6a4 https://cf-images.ap-southeast-2.prod.boltdns.net/v1/jit/5348771529001/2b72ced7-3bd2-46f9-8741-dbfab7332ee9/main/1280x720/25s205ms/match/image.jpg AU en Loaded is 45.01% and shares are 45% of the total load. It's 45% shareable. It is 45% loadable. Share it with others. It's also 45% loaded. Share it. Share "Loaded: 45.01% Share X" 2025-02-27T12:13:44 Omnibus Impact: 95% of Romanian companies exempt from ESG Reporting Aurel Dragan https://business-review.eu/sustainability/esg/omnibus-impact-95-of-romanian-companies-exempt-from-esg-reporting-279721 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Razvan-Nica-1.jpg EU en The revision of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) limits mandatory reporting to companies with over 1,000 employees. Most small and medium-sized enterprises in Romania are excluded from the reporting obligation. Romania ranks 22nd in the EU in terms of ESG reporting, with only 12% of SMEs having structured systems for monitoring sustainability indicators. ' This reform is not a step back in European sustainability but rather a reconciliation of bureaucracy with the real needs of the economy. It allows companies to allocate resources where they generate...[+2904 chars] 2025-02-27T12:07:43 Dave Steward (pt. 2): SA's demographic policies – A threat to minority rights and equal opportunity Editor Biz News https://www.biznews.com/rational-perspective/2025/02/27/dave-steward-pt-2-sas-demographic-policies https://www.biznews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/diveee.png ZA en ANC's policies aim for demographic representivity in economy, education, and employment. The Employment Equity Amendment Bill extends BEE requirements to all companies. Demographic representivity could lead to significant decline of minority populations. The ANC government has adopted no fewer than 118 race-based laws since 1994. "ANC's policies aim for demographic representivity in economy, education, and employment. aim for demographic representivity in economy, education, and employment. The Employment Equity Amendment Bill ...[+12896 chars]" 2025-02-27T11:35:28 Sweetgreen price target lowered to $27 from $39 at Piper Sandler Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sweetgreen-price-target-lowered-to-27-from-39-at-piper-sandler-1034417515 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Piper Sandler lowered the firm's price target on Sweetgreen (SG) to $27 from $39 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. Sweetgreen reported its Q4 results and hosted its call and provided its initial Q1 2025 and FY2025 guidance. Piper Sandler lowered the firm's price target on Sweetgreen (SG) to $27 from $39 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares after the company reported its Q4 results, hosted its call, and provided its i...[+544 chars] 2025-02-27T11:32:51 Goldman Sachs to roll back DEI policies, NY Post reports Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/goldman-sachs-to-roll-back-dei-policies-ny-post-reports-1034417521 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en Goldman Sachs is changing its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies because of the threat of lawsuits. BlackRock and Bank of America have also changed their DEI policies in response to President Trump's orders. The New York Post's James Franey reports on the news. Goldman Sachs (GS) is set to scale back some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, changing course under the threat of possible lawsuits after President Donald Trump ordered U.S. Attorney ...[+598 chars] 2025-02-27T11:23:18 Thread by @RebeccaRamaley on Thread Reader App https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1895072211675001028.html https://threadreaderapp.com/images/screenshots/thread/1895072211675001028.jpg US en A 2018 investment in SMX of $10,000 AUD is now worth less than $1. SMX is set to merge with Ybyra Capital in Q1 2025. There are concerns about how the company has been run and who has benefited from the merger. "Rebecca Ramaley 1/ SMX is set to merge with Ybyra Capital in Q1 2025, touting supply chain breakthroughs as the next big thing. But for investors? The reality is far from rosy. A 2018 investment in SM...[+3585 chars]" 2025-02-27T11:14:56 Standard Chartered lays out detailed net zero transition plan Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/standard-chartered-lays-detailed-net-111456111.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/747a20bbf08bc281a88c4e0f42276066 US en Standard Chartered disclosed a detailed plan on Thursday outlining its integration of climate considerations into its business operations. The bank pledged to continue its net-zero strategy and reduce emissions associated with the bonds it sells for oil and gas industries, unlike other big lenders who are reevaluating their climate plans. (Reuters) - Standard Chartered on Thursday disclosed a detailed plan outlining its integration of climate considerations into its business operations, aiming for net zero targets across its financing ...[+823 chars] 2025-02-27T11:00:00 EC Proposes Major Cuts to Green Deal Requirements, Easing Business Burdens Web https://www.novinite.com/articles/231065/EC+Proposes+Major+Cuts+to+Green+Deal+Requirements,+Easing+Business+Burdens https://www.novinite.com/media/images/2025-02/photo_verybig_231065.jpg BG en The European Commission has introduced a package of proposals aimed at simplifying EU regulations and boosting competitiveness. As part of these proposals, the EC has opted to ease certain environmental requirements for businesses, which it claims will save over €6 billion in administrative costs. The number of companies required to report will drop from 50,000 to just 10,000. The implementation of the CSRD will be postponed by two years and specific sector reporting standards will be relaxed in 2026. The Corporate Sustainability Directive will be significantly watered down. The European Commission has introduced a package of proposals aimed at simplifying EU regulations, boosting competitiveness, and increasing investment potential. As part of these proposals, the EC has...[+2364 chars] 2025-02-27T10:34:56 Top HK securities regulator proposes to increase position limits for three major stock indices Hong Kong Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Top_HK_securities_regulator_proposes_to_increase_position_li https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/[] US en Hong Kong's securities regulator launched a consultation proposing to increase the position limits for exchange-traded derivatives based on the three major stock indices in the city to keep pace with market development. The relaxation of position limits will allow market participants to enjoy greater flexibility in managing positions and promote the liquidity and efficiency. Hong Kong's securities regulator on Thursday launched a consultation proposing to increase the position limits for exchange-traded derivatives based on the three major stock indices in the city, to ke...[+261 chars] 2025-02-27T10:24:00 Top HK securities regulator seeks increased position limits for major stock indices The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/228749/Top-HK-securities-regulator-seeks-increased-position-limits-for-major-stock-indices https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/instant_news/20250227/20250227182948contentPhoto1.jpeg?1740653527 HK en Hong Kong's securities regulator launched a consultation on Thursday to increase the position limits for exchange-traded derivatives based on the three major stock indices in the city to keep pace with market development. The current limits for futures and options contracts will be increased by 50 percent to 15,000 position delta for the Hang Seng Index, 108 percent to 25,000 positions delta for China Enterprises Index and 43 percent to 30,000 for Hang Sen Tech Index. Hong Kong's securities regulator on Thursday launched a consultation proposing to increase the position limits for exchange-traded derivatives based on the three major stock indices in the city, to ke...[+684 chars] 2025-02-27T10:24:00 Top HK securities regulator proposes to increase position limits for three major stock indices The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/228749/Top-HK-securities-regulator-proposes-to-increase-position-limits-for-three-major-stock-indices https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/instant_news/20250227/20250227182948contentPhoto1.jpeg?1740652614 HK en Hong Kong's securities regulator launched a consultation on Thursday to increase the position limits for exchange-traded derivatives based on the three major stock indices in the city to keep pace with market development. The current limits for futures and options contracts will be increased by 50 percent to 15,000 position delta for the Hang Seng Index, 108 percent to 25,000 positions delta for China Enterprises Index and 43 percent to 30,000 for Hang Sen Tech Index. Hong Kong's securities regulator on Thursday launched a consultation proposing to increase the position limits for exchange-traded derivatives based on the three major stock indices in the city, to ke...[+684 chars] 2025-02-27T10:23:42 New investments on the horizon as BP, others return to oil, gas production Blessing Anaro https://blueprint.ng/new-investments-on-the-horizon-as-bp-others-return-to-oil-gas-production https://blueprint.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/cropped-blueprint-icon.png NG en BP will change its strategy and focus on increasing oil and gas production. The Company is expected to ditch its previous goal to boost renewable energy capacity generation 20-fold between 2019 and 2030. BP booked its lowest annual and quarterly profits in years. Activist investor Elliott Management has bought a 5% stake in BP. "After it got its fingers burnt, UK based BP has concluded plans to dump its pursuit of boosting renewable energy capacity and return to increasing oil and gas production. The Company is expected to an...[+1864 chars]" 2025-02-27T10:22:43 How Good Is Edison International (NYSE:EIX), When It Comes To ROE? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/good-edison-international-nyse-eix-102243706.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/88fedce06307b8d0a5a6b7fe29a1be66 US en Edison International has a 7.3% return on equity of US$1.3b based on the trailing twelve months to September 2024. It is similar to the Electric Utilities industry average of 9.1%. It has a high level of debt, which increases the risk of this. Many investors are still learning about the various metrics that can be useful when analysing a stock. This article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE). By way of learnin...[+4029 chars] 2025-02-27T10:04:22 Denmark: Leading the Charge in Global Climate Goals Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3279715-denmark-leading-the-charge-in-global-climate-goals https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/30_06_2024_09_48_21_2104721.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Denmark is on track to achieve a 70% reduction in its greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The Danish Council on Climate Change hailed the effort as a'success story' but cautioned against complacency. A landmark legislative measure introduced in November pioneered a CO2 tax on livestock emissions, slated for enforcement from 2030. Denmark is firmly on track to achieve a massive reduction in its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 70% cut by 2030, a government-appointed council confirmed on Thursday. This ambitious target, in...[+894 chars] 2025-02-27T10:02:28 How investment fund sponsors exploit emotions David Moon https://www.knoxnews.com/story/opinion/columnists/2025/02/27/how-investment-fund-sponsors-exploit-emotions-opinion/80305371007 https://www.knoxnews.com/gcdn/-mm-/f5b1a5c8a6f83c7314cec4ff364c4337dfaa8f84/c=0-29-1615-941/local/-/media/2017/04/18/TennGroup/Knoxville/636281287486648370-KNSBrd-02-12-2017-NewsSentinel-1-B002--2017-02-10-IMG-moon-column.IMG-3-1-BJHBF5RP-L971936165-IMG-moon-column.IMG-3-1-BJHBF5RP.jpg?width=1615&height=912&fit=crop&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en The American Conservative Values Fund has $123 million in assets and charges 0.75% management fee. It added Trump Media and two gun manufacturers to its portfolio last week. Its largest holdings include Home Depot, but not Lowe's. The most effective way to pursue social aims with your money is to maximize your investment returns and give to causes that align with your values. Some investment firms are in the marketing and asset gathering business. Others are in the investing business. When a product is created and marketed to address an emotional need, there is a high like...[+2511 chars] 2025-02-27T10:00:00 Cargotec publishes its 2024 annual report and financial statements Cargotec Corporation https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cargotec-publishes-2024-annual-report-100000428.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/794f6bc04115d42caf9ef72873ba235a US en Cargotec's annual report and financial statements for the financial year 1 January-31 December 2024 have been published in English and Finnish. The report consists of the annual review, financial review, corporate governance statement and remuneration report. The sustainability statement has been compiled in accordance with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). The Board of Directors' report and the consolidated financial statements are published as an XHTML file. The primary financial statements have been labelled with XBRL tags and notes to the financial statements with block tags. Ernst & Young Oy has provided an independent auditor's reasonable assurance report on the ESEF consolidated financial statement. "CARGOTEC CORPORATION, STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE, 27 FEBRUARY 2025 AT NOON (EET) Cargotec publishes its 2024 annual report and financial statementsCargotec's annual report 2024 and financial statements fo...[+2261 chars]" 2025-02-27T10:00:00 Passage Bio to Present at Two Major Investor Conferences Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/regional/passage-bio-to-present-at-two-major-investor-conferences https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Passage-Bio.jpg?fit=735%2C400&ssl=1 US en Passage Bio, Inc. will present at the TD Cowen 45th Annual Health Care Conference in Boston on March 5, 2025, at 9:10 a.m. ET and the Leerink Global Biopharma Conference on March 12, 2025 at 8:00 a. m. ET in Miami, FL. Both events will be broadcast live on Passage Bio's website. PHILADELPHIA, PA — Passage Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: PASG) has announced its participation in two upcoming investor conferences, where management will share updates on the company's progress and engage with ...[+1083 chars] 2025-02-27T09:49:00 HSBC says bias against fossil fuels must end Chris Price https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/02/27/hsbc-sustainability-chief-negative-bias-fossil-fuel-end https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/02/27/TELEMMGLPICT000255288058_17406486085270_trans_NvBQzQNjv4BqFOgdDOZBSSpUpWf9Rnp5s6Aezwuvexs_ues-aCB_TCg.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Julian Wentzel, HSBC's new chief sustainability officer, says companies need to focus on how to improve spending on low-carbon activities rather than cutting spending on fossil fuels. He believes companies would be better able to fund the net zero switch if they focused on improving spending on renewables rather than on the carbon economy. "HSBC has said banks need to stop penalising clients with large carbon footprints amid a wider backlash against green finance. Julian Wentzel, who was appointed chief sustainability officer at Europe's...[+2301 chars]" 2025-02-27T09:38:00 Valmet has published the Annual Report, the Corporate Governance Statement, the Remuneration Report and the Green Finance Report for 2024 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/valmet-published-annual-report-corporate-093800224.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/2e5c6013582a5303cbdc0e99cd28ab1b US en Valmet Oyj's stock exchange release on February 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. EET. Valmet has today published its Annual Report for 2024 on the company's website at www.valmet.com/annualreport2024. The Annual Review covers Valmet's operations, strategy, market environment and sustainability in 2024. The audit firm PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy has provided an independent auditor's reasonable assurance report on the Financial Statements in accordance with ISAE 3000 (Revised). Valmet also published its Corporate Governance Statement and Remuneration Report. The report includes information about the allocation and impact of the proceeds of green debt transactions. "Valmet Oyj's stock exchange release on February 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. EET ESPOO, Finland, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valmet has today, on February 27, 2025, published its Annual Report for 2024 on...[+4127 chars]" 2025-02-27T09:00:00 Richard Curtis's green investing campaign shuts down after collapse in donations Louis Goss https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/02/27/richard-curtis-abandons-green-investing-campaign-donations https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/02/26/TELEMMGLPICT000409649253_17405993548240_trans_NvBQzQNjv4BqpVlberWd9EgFPZtcLiMQf0Rf_Wk3V23H2268P_XkPxc.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Make My Money Matter, a green investing campaign group co-founded by film director Richard Curtis, is to close after a slump in donations. The group aimed to pressure banks and pension funds to stop funding fossil fuels. It will stop campaigning on March 7 and fully close by the end of next month. "A green investing campaign group co-founded by film director Richard Curtis is to close after a slump in donations. Make My Money Matter, which aimed to pressure banks and pension funds to stop fundin...[+2539 chars]" 2025-02-27T08:00:47 EQS-News: Lenzing AG welcomes the European Commission's Clean Industrial Deal Lenzing AG https://www.ots.at/presseaussendung/EQS_20250227_EQS0002/eqs-news-lenzing-ag-welcomes-the-european-commissions-clean-industrial-deal https://static.ots.at/css/images/distributed-by-apa-ots_250px.png AT en Lenzing AG welcomes the European Commission's Clean Industrial Deal. 400 business leaders made an urgent appeal to heads of state and government to implement the deal. Europe's industries are facing historical challenges: declining demand, stalled investments, reduced capacity, and EU gas prices at 4 to 5 times higher than competitors. EQS-News: Lenzing AG / Key word(s): Conference/Sustainability Lenzing AG welcomes the European Commission's Clean Industrial Deal 27.02.2025 / 09:00 CET/CEST The issuer is solely responsible for the c...[+7646 chars] 2025-02-27T07:50:00 SJW Group Announces 2024 Financial Results Feb. 27, 2025 07:50 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6047063 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en 2024 reported diluted EPS of $2.87, ahead of guidance. Non-GAAP adjusted net income for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $96.8 million, up 15% from $83.9 million in 2023. Revenues for 2024 were $748.4 million, a 12% increase. The effective consolidated income tax rates for 2024 and 2023 were approximately 9%. "2024 reported diluted EPS of $2.87 and adjusted diluted EPS of $2.95, ahead of guidance 2025 estimated adjusted diluted EPS (non-GAAP) guidance of $2.90 to $3.00 1 Five-year capital plan increasing 25...[+19697 chars]" 2025-02-27T07:23:17 CeFTPI, CCAIE plan index to track $20tr climate investment in Nigeria Matthew Ogune https://guardian.ng/news/ceftpi-ccaie-plan-index-to-track-20tr-climate-investment-in-nigeria https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/33XU6PN-Preview.jpg NG en The Centre for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity (CeFTPI) and the Center for Climate Action, Innovation, and Engagement (CCAIE) have initiated the Climate Action Index (CAI), designed to evaluate, rank, and support subnational governments in fulfilling their climate commitments. According to the World Bank, climate-related investments in emerging markets like Nigeria are expected to surpass $20 trillion in the next five years. The Centre for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity (CeFTPI) and the Center for Climate Action, Innovation, and Engagement (CCAIE) have initiated the Climate Action Index (CAI), designed to evalua...[+3663 chars] 2025-02-27T07:15:40 New Chair Announced for Welsh Water's Independent Challenge Group Appointments https://businessnewswales.com/new-chair-announced-for-welsh-waters-independent-challenge-group https://businessnewswales.com/wp-content/uploads/Owen-Derbyshire.png GB en Owen Derbyshire has been appointed as the new Chair of Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water's Independent Challenge Group. The ICG scrutinises the company's activities, challenges its performance and advocates for customers and communities. It will focus its work on improving operational performance, environmental accountability and strengthening social tariffs over the next five years. "Owen Derbyshire has been appointed as the new Chair of Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water's Independent Challenge Group. The group is an independent body that scrutinises Welsh Water's activities, challenges its p...[+1506 chars]" 2025-02-27T07:12:47 Key information relating to the proposed cash dividend to be paid by Subsea 7 S.A. https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/27/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/key-information-relating-to-the-proposed-cash-dividend-to-be-paid-by-subsea-7-sa/2063655 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en The Board of Directors of Subsea 7 S.A. will recommend to the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting of the Company to be held on 8 May 2025 that a dividend of NOK 13.00 per share be paid, in two instalments, equivalent to a total dividend of approximately USD 350 million. Subsea7 is a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the evolving energy industry. "Luxembourg - 27 February 2025 - Subsea 7 S.A. (Oslo Børs: SUBC, ADR: SUBCY, the Company) today announced that its Board of Directors will recommend to the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting of...[+1058 chars]" 2025-02-27T07:09:41 NASA's Ethics Program Justyna M. Ragiel-Smith https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/nasa-s-ethics-program-nasa-2e3d6fdf984978c878ca0b1f4e9a9f2623accdef https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/plugins/nasa-hds-core-setup/assets/favicons/apple-touch-icon-57x57.png FR en Headquarters and Center Chief Counsels ethics officials support the ethics program in their respective localities. List of ethics officials at each NASA location can be found here: Headquarters and Center Ethics Officials. Current employees have a responsibility to the United States Government and its citizens to place loyalty to the Constitution, laws, and ethics principles above private gain. "Headquarters and Center Chief Counsels ethics officials support the ethics program in their respective localities. A list of ethics officials at each NASA location can be found here: Headquarters and ...[+1786 chars]" 2025-02-27T07:03:00 JSW MG Motor India Becomes the First OEM in India to Implement Innovative Green Pretreatment Line, Reducing Carbon Emissions by 1,800 Tons https://www.aninews.in/news/business/jsw-mg-motor-india-becomes-the-first-oem-in-india-to-implement-innovative-green-pretreatment-line-reducing-carbon-emissions-by-1800-tons20250227123342 https://d3lzcn6mbbadaf.cloudfront.net/media/details/ANI-20250227070320.jpg IN en JSW MG Motor India has become the first Original Equipment Manufacturer in India to implement a Green Pretreatment line in their Paint Shop. This was achieved through the implementation of ambient temperature phosphate (at 38°C) developed by PPG Asian Paints in its Pretreatment Electrodeposition (PT-ED) line. This resulted in a significant reduction of carbon emissions of 1800 tons per annum at their manufacturing facility in Halol. "ANI | Updated: Feb 27, 2025 12:33 IST BusinessWire India Gurugram (Haryana) [India], February 27: Reaffirming its commitment to sustainability, JSW MG Motor India shared a significant milestone by bec...[+2816 chars]" 2025-02-27T06:43:11 Signature Global aims to achieve zero net debt in FY26 on strong sales: Chairman Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Signature_Global_aims_to_achieve_zero_net_debt_in_FY26_on_st https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Y7yGF0RoO14/0.jpg US en Signature Global is targeting to achieve zero net debt during the next fiscal year on healthy internal cash flow supported by strong consumer demand for its products.   - Signature Global is a real estate firm based in New York. It will achieve zero debt in the next financial year. "Realty firm Signature Global is targeting to achieve zero net debt during the next fiscal year on healthy internal cash flow supported by strong consumer demand for its "" We will achieve zero net debt...[+34 chars]" 2025-02-27T06:34:50 Newcastle-born ESG consultant Umwelt courts PE; $100m price tag tipped Sarah Thompson https://www.afr.com/street-talk/newcastle-born-esg-consultant-umwelt-courts-pe-100m-price-tag-tipped-20250227-p5lfmc https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.598%2C$multiply_1%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_1577%2C$y_208/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/0ea718ed59f2bce89ab0b22af9ab044c44c891ce AU en Quadrant Private Equity acquired Sydney's EMM Consulting in December. KKR bought Melbourne's Energetics earlier last year. Umwelt, a 30-year-old ESG consulting firm with 359 staffers, has tasked Deloitte with helping it find a private equity partner. ESG consulting businesses are hot to trot with buyout firms. Just ask Quadrant Private Equity which acquired Sydney's EMM Consulting in December or KKR whose dealmakers came calling for Melbourne's En...[+284 chars] 2025-02-27T06:12:49 Creditors approve Sapura Energy's proposed restructuring schemes Bernama https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/business/2025/02/27/creditors-approve-sapura-energys-proposed-restructuring-schemes https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/c495afc2-sapura-energy-office-web-pic-130624.webp MY en Creditors of Sapura Energy and 22 of its subsidiaries have approved the group's proposed schemes of arrangement and compromise as part of its debt restructuring plan. The subsidiary companies concluded 52 separate court-convened meetings between Feb 21 and Feb 27, 2025. The earliest expected effective date is August 2025, subject to certain conditions. "Sapura Energy said the subsidiary companies had concluded 52 separate court-convened meetings between Feb 21 and Feb 27, 2025. KUALA LUMPUR: Creditors of Sapura Energy and 22 of its subsidiaries have ...[+1811 chars]" 2025-02-27T06:08:42 "JB Financial Group announced on the 27th that it has been selected as the ""2024 Outstanding Public C.." Park Na Eun https://www.mk.co.kr/en/economy/11251974 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202502/27/news-p.v1.20250227.ac7505ef55484aad8138b68118bcfd86_P1.jpg KR en "JB Financial Group was selected as the ""2024 Outstanding Public Corporation"" by the Korea Exchange. It is the second time since 2014 that JB Financial Group has been selected as an excellent publicly disclosed corporation. The company will continue to practice transparent and reliable sincere disclosure." "JB Financial Group selects an excellent publicly announced corporation Only one of the securities market financial companies Contribute to providing reliable disclosure information 사진 확대 JB Financial ...[+1737 chars]" 2025-02-27T06:07:16 The Korea Exchange announced on the 27th that it has selected and awarded outstanding corporations a.. Choi Ah Young https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11251968 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202502/27/news-p.v1.20250227.14c59ea57cb74453b90fdc6b2cbaf11e_P1.jpg KR en The Korea Exchange announced on the 27th that it has selected and awarded outstanding corporations and outstanding members of the disclosure of the securities market in 2024 at its Seoul headquarters. Eight companies, including JB Financial Group, LIG Nex1, POSCO Holdings, SK Innovation, Celltrion, Shinsegae, Korea Kolmar, and Hyundai Motor Company were listed as the best corporations in the disclosure. Three companies, LX International, Samsung C&T and Hyundai Rotem were selected as excellent corporations in English disclosure. The outstanding member of the public disclosure committee is Kim Chan-ki. "사진 확대 On the 27th, Yang Tae-young, head of the Korea Exchange's securities market division (fourth from the left of the front row), and winners of the 2024 securities market disclosure excellent corpo...[+1895 chars]" 2025-02-27T06:02:33 Sapura Energy's creditors authorise restructuring scheme SHAUQI WAHAB https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/02/27/sapura-energys-creditors-authorise-restructuring-scheme https://themalaysianreserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SAPURA-Energy.jpg MY en Sapura Energy Bhd has obtained the approval of its creditors for its proposed debt restructuring scheme. The restructuring scheme will become legally binding once sanctioned by the High Court of Malaya and registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia. Under the restructuring scheme, preferred unsecured creditors will receive full cash settlement of their claims within 90 days after the restructuring effective date in August 2025. "by SHAUQI WAHAB SAPURA Energy Bhd has obtained the approval of its creditors for its proposed debt restructuring scheme after 52 court-convened meetings involving Sapura Energy and 22 of its subsidiar...[+2427 chars]" 2025-02-27T06:01:45 Goldman Sachs poised to roll back DEI practices in annual report: sources James Franey https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/exclusive-goldman-sachs-poised-to-roll-back-dei-practices-in-annual-24d9a016178947f23067329092c0636637dfe035 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/99299539.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1200 FR en Goldman Sachs is set to change some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. President Trump ordered US Attorney General Pam Bondi to stamp out so-called DEI practices in the private sector. BlackRock and Bank of America scrubbed DEI language from their annual reports to shareholders. "Goldman Sachs is set to scale back some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies amid a White House-backed crackdown on so-called ""woke"" capitalism, The Post has learned. CEO David Solomon wil...[+1074 chars]" 2025-02-27T06:01:45 BlackRock, Bank of America drop DEI policies amid White House's war on 'woke' James Franey https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/blackrock-bank-of-america-drop-dei-policies-amid-white-house-s-war-on-4086c560a1d88a92c12a369eb36c61f960070444 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/271fDEIscrapped.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1200 FR en BlackRock and Bank of America dropped their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies. It follows a crackdown led by President Donald Trump on DEI in the workplace. Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered her to stamp out the practice in the private sector. Larry Fink's company is committed to creating an environment that supports top talent and fosters diverse perspectives to avoid groupthink. BlackRock and Bank of America dropped their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies — becoming the latest Wall Street giants to scrap the controversial initiative after the White House declared war ...[+1273 chars] 2025-02-27T05:51:47 Monika Alcobev Limited Partners with CCSE for Road Safety Awareness and Tree Plantation Initiative in Delhi and Gurgaon https://aninews.in/news/business/monika-alcobev-limited-partners-with-ccse-for-road-safety-awareness-and-tree-plantation-initiative-in-delhi-and-gurgaon20250227112147 https://d3lzcn6mbbadaf.cloudfront.net/media/details/ANI-20250227055121.jpg IN en Monika Alcobev Limited has partnered with Center for CSR and Sustainability Excellence (CCSE) to launch a pioneering Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative focused on road safety awareness and environmental conservation in Delhi and Gurgaon. The initiative will include the installation of traffic barricades to guide vehicles and minimize accidents, as well as the development of traffic kiosks to streamline traffic management. 400 trees will be planted in the region to strengthen ecological balance and contribute to a greener future. "ANI | Updated: Feb 27, 2025 11:21 IST BusinessWire India New Delhi [India], February 27: Monika Alcobev Limited, a leading name in the beverage industry, has partnered with the Center for CSR and Sust...[+2194 chars]" 2025-02-27T05:50:17 Europe Plans To Ease Sustainability Reporting Rules To Compete Globally https://www.esmmagazine.com/supply-chain/europe-plans-to-ease-sustainability-reporting-rules-to-compete-globally-283397 https://img.resized.co/esmmagazine/eyJkYXRhIjoie1widXJsXCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL21lZGlhLm1hZGlzb25wdWJsaWNhdGlvbnMuZXVcXFwvdXBsb2Fkc1xcXC8yMDE4XFxcLzA5XFxcLzE3MTc1NjA3XFxcL2dsb2JhbC1ldWRnLWRlZm9yZXN0YXRpb24tYmFubmVyLTEzMDgxOF90Y20yNDQtNTI0OTkwX3c0MDAuanBnXCIsXCJ3aWR0aFwiOjEyMDAsXCJoZWlnaHRcIjo2MjcsXCJkZWZhdWx0XCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL2ltZy5yZXNpemVkLmNvXFxcL25vLWltYWdlLnBuZ1wiLFwib3B0aW9uc1wiOltdfSIsImhhc2giOiI3OTMzNjY2ODZkYzliOGYzMmU2ODc5OGY3ZGRmMzhlYmIyODBmNDIyIn0=/europe-plans-to-ease-sustainability-reporting-rules-to-compete-globally.jpg IE en The European Commission wants to ease rules on corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency in a bid to make Europe more competitive with the US and China. Critics say the new deregulation drive 'guts corporate accountability' for European businesses. The EU wants to reduce reporting burdens by 25% in an initial wave of measures in the first half of 2025. The European Commission plans to loosen its rules on corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency, it said, in a bid to make Europe more competitive with the United States and Chin...[+4101 chars] 2025-02-27T05:16:46 Bank ABC announces its Sustainable Finance Framework advancing its Sustainability Strategy https://www.albawaba.com/business/pr/bank-abc-announces-its-sustainable-1600542 https://www.albawaba.com/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2025-02/Bank%20ABC%20Head%20Office%20in%20Bahrain_0.jpg?itok=Iy1dkzhv JO en Bank ABC has launched its Sustainable Finance Framework. The Framework establishes clear eligibility criteria for green, social, sustainable, sustainability-linked and transition finance projects. It is in line with the Group's broader Sustainability Strategy. ISS-Corporate validated that the Framework is fully aligned with the International Capital Market Association's (ICMA) Green Bond Principles. Bank ABC is proud to announce the launch of its Sustainable Finance Framework (the 'Framework'), a comprehensive guide outlining the Bank's approach and methodology for Sustainable Finance. The Framew...[+1872 chars] 2025-02-27T05:16:37 Appaloosa Files Proxy Proposals for SES S.A. Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/appaloosa-files-proxy-proposals-for-ses-s-a/article_6df675a6-8d62-5e77-94e9-a477b5bec992.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Appaloosa LP manages funds holding more than 7% economic interests in both SES S.A. and Intelsat, SA. Appaloosa wants the SES Board of Directors to take immediate steps to address shortfalls in corporate governance, capital allocation and management accountability. "SHORT HILLS, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 27, 2025-- Appaloosa LP ('Appaloosa'), which manages funds holding more than 7% economic interests in both SES S.A. ('SES' or the 'Company') and Intelsat, SA, s...[+7882 chars]" 2025-02-27T05:09:24 How Andrew Constance helped boost $1m teal fundraising blitz Alexandra Smith https://www.smh.com.au/politics/nsw/how-andrew-constance-helped-boost-1m-teal-fundraising-blitz-20250227-p5lfnd.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.136%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/434d36ec5f2ec16ad3c59e909cd7c6db0acbe290 AU en A fundraising blitz to support teal candidates in the upcoming federal election has raised $953,000 in less than three days. Liberal candidate Andrew Constance said a Dutton government would abandon Australia's international commitment to set a 2035 emissions target. Constance became the face of the NSW Black Summer bushfires after almost losing his home. A fundraising blitz to support teal candidates in the upcoming federal election has raised $953,000 in less than three days – more than three times its target – after Liberal candidate Andrew Constanc...[+1545 chars] 2025-02-27T04:43:08 India's developmental model could be template for other countries: CEA Nageswaran PTI https://www.deccanherald.com/india/indias-developmental-model-could-be-template-for-other-countries-cea-nageswaran-3423455 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-02-27%2Fufglon0v%2Ffile7z5vbyf39d51a8202ij6.jpg?rect=0%2C4%2C482%2C253&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en Nageswaran suggests the new global environment needs a changed approach to partnerships. nageswaran.org.uk/news/features/stories/nageswaran-says-the-new-global-environment-needs-changed-approach-to-partnerships. Nageswaran also suggested the new global environment needed a changed approach to partnerships. 2025-02-27T04:31:00 Budget 2025 debate: Don Wee on Singapore as leader in green finance and sustainability CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/budget-2025-debate-don-wee-singapore-leader-green-finance-and-sustainability-4963706 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--AQRZvnQH--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/27/1740633735-image.jpg?itok=VIamskwY SG en MP Don Wee urges the government to liberalise the GST treatment for input tax claims on carbon credit trading-related expenses. Businesses that purchase voluntary carbon credits to manage their emissions will benefit from enhanced tax deductions. He proposes that the gains derived from green investments made by Singaporean investors overseas should be exempted from corporate tax. Singapore must continue to lead in green finance and sustainability, said MP Don Wee. Speaking in parliament on Thursday (Feb 27), he urged the government to liberalise the GST treatment for input tax...[+411 chars] 2025-02-27T04:25:37 KCCI Cooperative Society sets sights on N1 billion investment portfolio PM News https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4149251/kcci-cooperative-society-sets-sights-on-n1-billion-investment-portfolio.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The target will be realised through strategic partnerships and outreach to social investors aligned with the Chamber's priorities, according to him. Click here to read the full news report.   . for confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 1-800-273-8255. "According to him, the target will be realised through strategic partnerships and outreach to social investors aligned with the Chamber's priorities. Click here to read full news.." 2025-02-27T04:11:32 BlackRock, BofA Ditch DEI, Even After Once Vowing 'We Must Embed DEI Into Everything We Do' Bob Hoge https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/blackrock-bofa-ditch-dei-even-after-once-vowing-we-must-embed-dei-into-b1431f1de7925ec6ea0403266ce27826379396eb https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/2018/54/1d83f8d8-d9dc-47d9-9c84-ce1fd37a6de4.jpg FR en "Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is dying a slow death since Donald Trump assumed the presidency. BlackRock and Bank of America are moving away from DEI even though BlackRock's CEO Larry Fink said in 2021 that ""we must embed DEI into everything we do"". BlackRock manages over $11.5 trillion and has now cut references to diversity and equity in its latest annual report." Diversity, equity and inclusion has been dying a slow death since Donald Trump assumed the presidency. It's a philosophy that was aimed at evening the playing field for people of all races, genders an...[+1074 chars] 2025-02-27T04:03:47 Diamond Paints Reaffirms Commitment to Excellence with ISO Certifications https://dailytimes.com.pk/1269802/diamond-paints-reaffirms-commitment-to-excellence-with-iso-certifications https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2025/02/27/Picture1.png PK en Diamond Paints has received two ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certifications since 2015. The company is committed to delivering high-quality products and services. The ISO 14001 certification highlights the company's proactive approach to environmental management. The CEO, Mir Shoaib Ahmed, believes the certifications are a testament to their commitment to operational excellence and sustainable practices. These certifications are more than just benchmarks; they are integral to the way Diamond Paints operates. The ISO 9001 certification underscores the company's commitment to delivering high-quality pro...[+2045 chars] 2025-02-27T04:00:54 City of Ekurhuleni and Eskom aim to resolve municipal debt Tumi Riba https://www.citizen.co.za/bedfordview-edenvale-news/news-headlines/local-news/2025/02/27/city-of-ekurhuleni-and-eskom-discuss-municipal-debt https://www.citizen.co.za/bedfordview-edenvale-news/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2025/02/MunicipallityGenera_02120-780x470-1-1.jpg ZA en The City of Ekurhuleni and Eskom met on February 20 to resolve the outstanding debt of the municipality. The parties agreed on cementing ongoing engagement and dispute resolution efforts to avoid public spats and address matters amicably as and when they arise. "City of Ekurhuleni and Eskom aim to resolve municipal debt The CoE and Eskom met on February 20 to resolve the outstanding debt of the municipality. The meeting, which was convened by the MMC for Fina...[+963 chars]" 2025-02-27T04:00:00 Glen Austin residents invited to the combined AGM with conservancy group Print Content https://www.citizen.co.za/midrand-reporter/news-headlines/local-news/2025/02/27/glen-austin-residents-urged-to-attend-combined-agms-in-numbers https://www.citizen.co.za/midrand-reporter/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2025/02/IMG_8202_40931-e1740556556495.jpg ZA en Glen Austin Residents Association and Glen Austin Conservancy invite all residents to join their annual AGM of 2025. The AGM is scheduled for March 1 at Cresset House from 14:30. John Mphatsoe will give a chairperson's report. Midrand Sector 1 Crime Forum chairperson Jonathan Burrows will provide community security feedback. "The Glen Austin Residents Association (Gara) and Glen Austin Conservancy (GAC) invite all residents to join their annual AGM of 2025. The AGM is scheduled for March 1 at Cresset House from 14:30. Gara...[+1544 chars]" 2025-02-27T03:22:47 Loyola Chicago takes down George Washington 77-57 The Associated Press https://www.oskaloosa.com/sports/national_sports/loyola-chicago-takes-down-george-washington-77-57/article_6471fc51-a9aa-54d2-862d-ea146f9599ca.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/oskaloosa.com/content/tncms/custom/image/1dfa2dcc-d205-11ec-98d3-afb0df294904.jpg?resize=600%2C314 US en Tech firms are ditching diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) commitments in order to avoid censure by the Trump administration. Music companies will probably continue doing what they're doing, but they won't call it DEI because the term has created a buzz around it. The big US tech firms have been ditching their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as fast as they can to avoid censure by the Trump administration. Will that spill over into the musi...[+891 chars] 2025-02-27T03:12:08 Guiding climate investments Ali Tauqeer Sheikh https://www.dawn.com/news/1894574/guiding-climate-investments https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/02/67bfd7a6580a3.jpg PK en The draft Pakistan Green Taxonomy 2025 has been released by the State Bank of Pakistan. It will help mobilise an estimated $348 billion needed by 2030 for climate response. The initial focus will be on climate mitigation and adaptation. The implementation structure, led by SBP, has involved multiple government agencies and technical working groups. THE State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has just released the draft Pakistan Green Taxonomy 2025, soliciting stakeholder comments. It is an important building block for shaping the nation's financial archite...[+6960 chars] 2025-02-27T02:43:32 Anger in business groups over EU changes to company disclosure rules that are ‘selling out people and the plan Irish Independent https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Anger_in_business_groups_over_EU_changes_to_company_disclosu https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/[] US en companies will escape scrutiny of their impact on the environment, as most companies will avoid scrutiny of the environment as a whole. ‘’. ’’ ‘”’ “” ’” ‘ Most companies will escape scrutiny of their impact on 2025-02-27T02:30:00 Anger in business groups over EU changes to company disclosure rules that are ‘selling out people and the planet' Caroline O'Doherty https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/anger-in-business-groups-over-eu-changes-to-company-disclosure-rules-that-are-selling-out-people-and-the-planet/a1606477161.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/Z0qgePT-gyvzcvLsDPgarsbFfoU=/0x1:3234x2157/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/ddf6e873-ca6f-4f8e-b48c-a919dfb0066d/4f9a07fc-b8ca-4700-9cc2-eae9e7d428bd/ddf6e873-ca6f-4f8e-b48c-a919dfb0066d.jpg IE en Changes agreed yesterday exempt 80% of companies from the sustainability reporting rules that only came into effect in recent months. Environmental, climate and human rights groups fear the move is a done deal driven by a commission panicked by the challenges the industry faces from Donald Trump's US administration. The core objectives of the directives will still be upheld. "Changes agreed by ­commissioners yesterday exempt 80pc of companies from the sustainability reporting rules that only came into effect in recent months. Only the largest companies would have to comply...[+2281 chars]" 2025-02-27T02:29:58 [브레이크뉴스] 안산시, ESG 비전선포식 개최 이현준기자 http://breaknews.com/1096013 https://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202502/2025022759198505.jpg?ti=1740624760 KR en ESG is a type of computer game. ESG can be played on any computer game, but it can only be played with ESG. It's possible to play ESG on any game, even if you don't know what it is. "[브레이크뉴스경기남부=안산 이현준기자] 안산시가 지난 26일 안산시청 대회의실에서 (사)한국ESG경영지원협회와 2025년 ESG 비전선포식을 개최했다. 이번 비전선포식은 (사)한국ESG경영지원협회가 주최한 행사다. 채충렬 안산시 산업지원본부장, 박태순 안산시의회 의장, 임원빈 (사)한국ESG경영지원협회 회장 및 회원사 등 100여 명이 참석한 가운데 열렸다...[+3098 chars]" 2025-02-27T01:51:12 Goldman Sachs poised to roll back DEI practices: sources James Franey https://nypost.com/2025/02/26/business/goldman-sachs-poised-to-roll-back-dei-practices-sources https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/99299539.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en Goldman Sachs is set to scale back some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. President Donald Trump ordered US Attorney General Pam Bondi to stamp out so-called DEI practices in the private sector. CEO David Solomon, 63, was once one of the biggest champions of DEI initiatives. "Goldman Sachs is set to scale back some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies amid a White House-backed crackdown on so-called 'woke' capitalism, The Post has learned. CEO David Solomon wil...[+4166 chars]" 2025-02-27T01:29:46 Survey: 51 Percent of Execs Consider DEI Rollbacks Solange Reyner https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/dei-survey-rollbacks/2025/02/26/id/1200645 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=86cd304d-749e-4400-bed2-e29bec065c78&SiteName=Newsmax US en Fifty-one percent of executives are considering rollbacks of their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. On Wednesday Paramount told its employees it will change some of its DEI programs to comply with the Trump administration's directives. Paramount will no longer measure'success in progress on companywide DEI initiatives, including aspirational representation goals' and it has stopped collecting rata on race, ethnicity, sex or gender data for U.S. job applicants. "Fifty-one percent of executives say they are considering rollbacks of their diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, according to a survey released Wednesday by Littler Mendelson. The report comes t...[+985 chars]" 2025-02-27T01:25:33 Enhanced Transparency in IPOs and Rights Offerings as FSS Steps Up Review Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=236323 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202502/236323_239441_2127_v150.jpg KR en The Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) of South Korea has announced a comprehensive review of securities registration statements for rights offerings. The initiative aims to enhance communication between companies and shareholders. The FSS conducted a survey across 19 domestic securities firms, uncovering deficiencies in IPO underwriting duties. In a decisive move to bolster transparency and protect shareholder interests, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) of South Korea has announced a comprehensive review of securities registration sta...[+3159 chars] 2025-02-27T00:01:50 Fresh ideas sought to clear up 'serious and often interlocking' water sector woes https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4410087/fresh-ideas-sought-interlocking-water-sector-woes https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/fd845ac/deaed6e0-7b46-4f5b-828b-a213aa233db7/7/iStock-2074383539-370x229.jpg GB en Green groups, investors and the general public have been invited to share their views on the future of the water sector. The topic covers everything from the financial resilience of water companies to how to improve the quality of water supplies for the environment and the environment in general. Green groups, investors, and the general public have been invited to share their views on the future of the water sector, covering everything from the financial resilience of water companies and how t...[+4 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 What Corporate Sustainability Is Missing Arlene Blum https://www.forbes.com/sites/arleneblum/2025/02/27/what-corporate-sustainability-is-missing https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67bfe6bab6cb2c7188d2f0f3/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en In 2023, 72% of S&P 500 companies will integrate sustainability metrics into executive compensation. Corporate sustainability programs should focus on reducing chemicals of concern alongside carbon emissions. IKEA, Kaiser Permanente, Levi Strauss and Co., and Crate & Barrel have used the Six Classes approach to phase out entire classes of chemicals. KEEN audited their supply chain and found that 75% of the chemicals in 101 places were unnecessary. "Corporate sustainability should involve reducing chemicals of concern along with carbon. In a welcome development for the planet, the sustainability movement has surged and shifted the corporate lands...[+4303 chars]" 2025-02-27T00:00:00 From Mimicry To Strategy: The Real Sustainability Challenge Of 2025 Mary Johnstone-Louis https://www.forbes.com/sites/maryjohnstone-louis/2025/02/27/from-mimicry-to-strategy-the-real-sustainability-challenge-of-2025 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67c0e3591d6382b697acc9b9/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en In the last five years, the percentage of global GDP covered by a net zero target tripled to reach almost 50%. Less than 30% of net zero commitments met basic robustness criteria, almost half did not include interim reporting targets or a reporting mechanism, and less than half included a published plan. Sustainability spending may have been on the rise, but with an emphasis on resourcing compliance and reporting over capital investments in sustainability-related technologies, processes or materials. "Winning Strategy getty 'Change is the only constant.' As 2025 unveils dramatic shifts in technology, the global economy, and geopolitics, this is the refrain of leaders worldwide. Business leaders in ...[+3579 chars]" 2025-02-27T00:00:00 IMO advances discussions on greenhouse gas reduction from shipping SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/IMO_advances_discussions_on_greenhouse_gas_reduction_from_sh https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The IMO's Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 18) is taking part in the latest round of negotiations. IMO has a 2023 GHG Reduction Strategy for ships. Mid-term measures are expected to be introduced. The latest round of negotiations, held during the IMO's Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 18), marks an important step toward achieving the IMO's 2023 GHG...[+130 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 4 international stocks Fools have been buying! The Motley Fool https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/4_international_stocks_Fools_have_been_buying https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en There are between 41,000 and 45,000 publicly listed companies globally. Free-site writers have been buying shares outside of the UK for their portfolios. AngloGold Ashanti is a global company with a market value of over $1.5 billion. As of the most recent estimates, there are approximately 41,000 to 45,000 publicly listed companies globally. It stands to reason that some of our free-site writers have been buying shares outside of ...[+95 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 A boycott of Target, Amazon, Walmart and more in being planned for Friday. Here's why The Gardner News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/A_boycott_of_Target_Amazon_Walmart_and_more_in_being_planned_cr https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Various groups have been calling for widespread boycotts to protest corporations who are following the DEI movement. . ""Remind them who has the power"" " Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know. Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Va...[+131 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 DEI comes and goes but profits are forever Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/DEI_comes_and_goes_but_profits_are_forever https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en companies are muting their commitments to the project. for the project in this case. for this project for it. in the future to it for them in future to this project. for this one. Many companies are muting their commitments to 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Green Swindle Loses Again: EV Automaker Runs Out Of Juice Principia Scientific https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Green_Swindle_Loses_Again_EV_Automaker_Runs_Out_Of_Juice https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Another green company has gone under, the green one is called Green International. The company went under because of environmental problems. The green company is going out of business. The other one went out because of financial problems. Â.  With news of another green company going under, the green 2025-02-27T00:00:00 TGA warns of further turf price increases Golf Business News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/TGA_warns_of_further_turf_price_increases https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Turfgrass Growers Association represents 50 companies that are involved in the turfgrass industry. The association is made up of 50 companies from the United States and Canada. It's the body which represents the farmers' association. It is composed of farmers from the U.S. The Turfgrass Growers Association, the body which represents 50 companies that are 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Guiding climate investments Dawn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Guiding_climate_investments https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The draft Pakistan Green Taxonomy 2025 has been released by the State Bank of Pakistan. It is an important building block for shaping the nation's financial architecture to address the climate crisis. It will facilitate transformative investments while recognising the complexities faced by Pakistanis. THE State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has just released the draft Pakistan Green Taxonomy 2025, soliciting stakeholder comments. It is an important building block for shaping the nation's financial archite...[+130 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 'How my daughter taught me to live a sustainable lifestyle' Khaleejtimes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/x27how_my_daughter_taught_me_to_live_a_sustainable_lifestyle https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sustainability used to be about big decisions, but now it's about small ones. It's about revolutionising supply chains and setting ambitious net-zero targets for businesses and governments. Now, it's more about small decisions. It was about working in corporate sustainability before. I used to think sustainability was about big decisions—the kind that made headlines. Corporations pledging carbon neutrality, governments setting ambitious net-zero targets, and businesses revolutioni...[+127 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Social Discovery Group launches $20M venture fund to invest in social discovery startups Venture Beat https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Social_Discovery_Group_launches_20M_venture_fund_to_invest_i https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SDG Lab will be a $20 million corporate venture fund that will invest in social discovery startups.    i.e. Social Discovery Group said it is starting SDG Lab, a new venture fund for social discovery. Social Discovery Group said it is starting SDG Lab, a $20 million corporate venture fund that will invest in social discovery startups.Read More 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Britons advised to cut meat, air travel to reach net zero targets Knoxville Daily Sun https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Britons_advised_to_cut_meat_air_travel_to_reach_net_zero_tar_2 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Britons will have to pay more to fly and forego two steaks worth of meat a week if they are to meet net zero targets. The 2008 Climate Change Act requires the government to propose regular, legally binding milestones on the way to achieving net zero. Britons will have to pay more to fly and should forego two-steaks worth of meat a week if the country is to meet net zero targets, the government's advisory body said Wednesday. The UK's 2008 Climate ...[+249 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Jose Mourinho banned and fined £35,000 for comments after Istanbul derby The Independent https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Jose_Mourinho_banned_and_fined_35000_for_comments_after_Ista https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Galatasaray have outlined their intention to play in the Champions League this season. They are interested in playing in the Europa League too. for the first time in their history, as they have never played in the competition before. They will play in this competition. Galatasaray outlined their intention 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Sparta's Board of Directors Appoints a New CEO as the Company Initiates Other Strategic Changes ... ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Spartas_Board_of_Directors_Appoints_a_New_CEO_as_the_Company_q https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/[] US en """We are confident the changes we are making will create a good basis for sustainable growth and shareholder value"" Not for distribution to U.S. Newswire Services or for dissemination in the United States of America. Any failure to comply with this restriction may constitute a violation of U.s. Securities laws." Not for distribution to U.S. Newswire Services or for dissemination in the United States of America. Any failure to comply with this restriction may constitute a violation of U.S. Securities laws.TORO...[+158 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Difficult market environment in Europe: Feintool 2024 with lower annual sales and slightly negative operating EBIT Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Difficult_market_environment_in_Europe_Feintool_2024_with_lo_j https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en This is an ad hoc announcement pursuant to Article 53 of the Listing Rules of the SIX Exchange Regulation AG and is made on behalf of the company. - the company's shares are listed on SIX and are traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. This is an ad hoc announcement pursuant to Article 53 of the Listing Rules (LR) of the SIX Exchange Regulation AG. 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Changes in production methods essential to protect cashew sector: Industries Minister The Hindu https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Changes_in_production_methods_essential_to_protect_cashew_se https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Rajeeve inaugurates scheme to return 50% of the amount paid by employers as ESI and EPF contributions as part of a project to revive the cashew sector. It is part of the project to return the money paid by the employers. Rajeeve inaugurates scheme to return 50% of the amount paid by employers as ESI and EPF contributions as part of a comprehensive project to revive the cashew sector 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Consumers are planning a one-day economic blackout on Friday. What Ohioans should know. Coshocton Tribune https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Consumers_are_planning_a_oneday_economic_blackout_on_Friday__x https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Consumers are preparing for a strategic boycott in the next 90 days of two companies that have dropped their DEI commitments amid public pressure, according to the Consumers' Association. Show Caption Hide Caption Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know. Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and...[+176 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 New Nomination Committee for OEM International (OEM International AB) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/New_Nomination_Committee_for_OEM_International_OEM_Internati https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EQT's bid for OEM International was declared unconditional on February 7, 2025. EQT will take over the majority ownership in the company. The information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange was submitted to the New Nomination Committee for the Exchange. ) Published: 2025-02-27 11:30:00 CET OEM International AB - Other information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange New Nomination Committee for OEM International As EQT's bid for OEM Inter...[+117 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Consumers are planning a one-day economic blackout on Feb. 28. Here's what to know. Watertown Public Opinion https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/27/Consumers_are_planning_a_oneday_economic_blackout_on_Feb_28__f https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Two companies have dropped their DEI commitments amid public pressure. Consumers are preparing for a 24-hour strategic boycott in the next 90 days of two companies. Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know.Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.Cons...[+156 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Operationalising carbon credit market key to green investments, says climate secretary Our Correspondent https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1286794-operationalising-carbon-credit-market-key-to-green-investments-says-climate-secretary https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-02-27/l_1286794_021032_updates.jpg PK en Aisha Humera Chaudhry, Secretary of the Ministry of Climate Change, said Pakistan must first establish a functional carbon credit market to fully leverage its potential for climate finance. She was speaking at the launch of Karandaaz Pakistan's report on carbon credits trading. KARACHI: Secretary of the Ministry of Climate Change Aisha Humera Chaudhry has said that Pakistan must first establish a functional carbon credit market to fully leverage its potential for climate fin...[+2835 chars] 2025-02-27T00:00:00 Saudi Arabia's First Green Eurobond Draws Strong Investor Demand https://cairoscene.com/Business/Saudi-Arabia-s-First-Green-Eurobond-Draws-Strong-Investor-Demand https://cairoscene.com/Content/Admin/Uploads/Articles/ArticlesMainPhoto/1166913/e33e12cb-6409-4dea-b040-e3fb311e0669.jpg EG en Saudi Arabia's first green eurobond issuance attracted investor demand. Order books exceeded EUR 7.2 billion, excluding joint lead manager interest. The EUR 1.5 billion seven-year green bond was priced at mid-swaps +115 basis points. A EUR 750 million 12-year conventional bond tranche was also sold. The tranche's order books surpassed EUR 2.7 billion. "Proceeds from the green bond will be directed toward eligible projects under the issuer's Green Financing Framework. Feb 27, 2025 Saudi Arabia's first green eurobond issuance attracted investor demand...[+818 chars]" 2025-02-26T23:55:36 SJW Group reports Q4 adjusted EPS 74c, consensus 55c Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sjw-group-reports-q4-adjusted-eps-74c-consensus-55c-1034414859 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en SJW Group reports Q4 revenue $197.8M, consensus $187.48M. Year-over-year EPS growth exceeded the company's 2024 guidance. SJW Group will continue leveraging its national presence and scale to drive efficiency, optimize operations and empower local experts. Reports Q4 revenue $197.8M, consensus $187.48M. 'I am pleased to report another year of strong performance, driven by our talented teams and a proven business strategy that delivers results,' stated S...[+892 chars] 2025-02-26T23:55:29 SJW Group sees FY25 adjusted EPS $2.90-$3.00, consensus $2.95 Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sjw-group-sees-fy25-adjusted-eps-2-90--3-00-consensus-2-95-1034414860 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en SJW is extending its non-linear long-term diluted EPS growth of 5% to 7% through 2029, anchored off 2022's diluted EPS of $2.43. Based on current business conditions, SJW believes it will achieve growth in the top half of the range. 'In addition, we are extending our non-linear long-term diluted EPS growth of 5% to 7% through 2029, anchored off of 2022's diluted EPS of $2.43. Based on current business conditions, SJW believes it ...[+298 chars] 2025-02-26T23:55:16 SJW Group to invest $2B in capital over next five years Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/sjw-group-to-invest-2b-in-capital-over-next-five-years-1034414861 https://markets.businessinsider.com/Images/FacebookIcon.jpg US en SJW Group plans to invest $2.0 billion in capital over the next five years to build and maintain its water and wastewater operations, including $300 million to install treatment for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. TipRanks' Stock Screener shows you what stocks are receiving Strong Buy ratings from top-rated analysts. ' SJW Group (SJW) plans to invest $2.0 billion in capital over the next five years, an increase of 25% compared to our previous five-year guidance, to build and maintain its water and wastewater opera...[+422 chars] 2025-02-26T23:52:17 SJW Group Announces 2024 Financial Results SJW Group https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/sjw-group-announces-2024-financial-results/article_f7dd8381-6582-5d80-9738-708e400e9915.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en 2024 reported diluted EPS of $2.87 and adjusted diluted EPS (non-GAAP) of $ 2.95 ahead of guidance. Five-year capital plan increasing 25% for infrastructure replacement, PFAS remediation, and additional water supplies. "2024 reported diluted EPS of $2.87 and adjusted diluted EPS of $2.95, ahead of guidance 2025 estimated adjusted diluted EPS (non-GAAP) guidance of $2.90 to $3.001 Five-year capital plan increasing 25%...[+219 chars]" 2025-02-26T23:37:00 Elon Musk's leadership style at SpaceX: Here's what a former employee had to say The Feed https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/elon-musks-leadership-style-at-spacex-heres-what-a-former-employee-had-to-say/articleshow/118587025.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118587027,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-32430,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Vincent Peters worked for Elon Musk as an information compliance and assurance manager at SpaceX and Starlink. He describes Musk as a leader who places immense trust in his employees, until he loses confidence in their abilities. Peters does not expect Musk to soften his stance as the administrator of DOGE. "Elon Musk not a micromanager, says ex-SpaceX employee Peters shares Musk's approach to handling conflicts DOGE under fire for email to federal employees FAQs (You can now subscribe to our (You can now...[+2137 chars]" 2025-02-26T23:23:54 Paramount Global Latest To Shift On DEI As Trump Directives Cycle Through Media Jill Goldsmith https://www.yahoo.com/news/paramount-global-latest-shift-dei-232354651.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/GibnMPCcetZPScFN_XJWkA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/deadline.com/85cbc2066df31e0119b1442267157cc6 US en Paramount Global's co-CEOs advised on 'changes in the way the company approaches inclusion moving forward' The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion metric in its short-term incentive plan will disappear. The incentives will be based on a Workforce Culture and Development qualitative metric focused on building a high-performing and inclusive culture. A federal judge issued a temporary injunction blocking President Donald Trump from enforcing a majority of two Executive Orders. In a memo to staff today, Paramount Global's co-CEOs — George Cheeks, Chris McCarthy and Brian Robbins – advised on 'changes in the way the company approaches inclusion moving forward,' the latest to ...[+4761 chars] 2025-02-26T22:42:20 DIRTT Reports Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/DIRTT_Reports_Fourth_Quarter_2024_Financial_Results https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3qfultJV7LI/0.jpg US en "DIRTT Environmental Solutions Ltd. is a company based in Calgary, Alberta. It is owned by a group of people called ""ours"" or ""we"" or by ""our"" or ""us"". For confidential support call the company on 1-800-847-8255. " "CALGARY, Alberta , Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DIRTT Environmental Solutions Ltd. ('DIRTT', the 'Company', 'we', 'our', 'us' or 'ours')" 2025-02-26T22:25:51 Reinsurance Group of America Announces Pricing of Subordinated Debentures Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/reinsurance-group-of-america-announces-pricing-of-subordinated-debentures/article_7f5e7a19-fbbe-5492-827e-0323e9b85219.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA) announced today that it has priced an aggregate principal amount of $700 million of 6.650% Fixed-Rate Reset Subordinated Debentures due 2055. RGA expects to complete the Offering on March 3, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. "ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 26, 2025-- Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA) ('RGA') announced today that it has priced an aggregate principal amount of $700 million of 6.650% Fix...[+12237 chars]" 2025-02-26T22:13:21 NanoXplore Receives TSX Approval for Normal Course Issuer Bid Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/nanoxplore-receives-tsx-approval-for-normal-course-issuer-bid-2 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM4NTI1NCM2NzgwMTkzIzIwOTM4NTI= CA en NanoXplore Inc. (TSX: GRA) is pleased to announce that the Toronto Stock Exchange has approved the Corporation's request to adopt a new normal course issuer bid (NCIB) program. The Corporation may purchase up to 5,976,834 common shares or approximately 5% of the public float. NCIB purchases are made through the facilities of the TSX and Canadian Alternative Trading Systems. MONTREAL, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NanoXplore Inc. (TSX: GRA) ('NanoXplore' or the 'Corporation') is pleased to announce that the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) has approved the Corporation's re...[+749 chars] 2025-02-26T21:30:00 Interpublic Group to Present at the 2025 Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference Ein News https://tech.einnews.com/pr_news/789474394/interpublic-group-to-present-at-the-2025-morgan-stanley-technology-media-telecom-conference https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/dd775497-2ef8-4afa-bf28-dc6e1c510eb3/small/ipg-logo-rgb-jpg.jpg UA en Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG) senior management will present at the 2025 Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on March 4th, 2025 at 2:30 pm Eastern Time/11:30 am Pacific Time. A link to the live webcast will be posted on the day of the conference on the Investor Relations section of Interpublic's website. /EIN News/ -- New York, NY, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG) senior management will present at the 2025 Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on Tuesday,...[+954 chars] 2025-02-26T21:26:40 SGH Limited (ASX:SGH) stock most popular amongst private companies who own 52%, while individual investors hold 30% Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/sgh-limited-asx-sgh-stock-212640676.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7d457e118489e6e5357eb5fd232e46f8 US en The top 2 shareholders of SGH Limited (ASX:SGH) control more than half of the company's shares. The group with the most shares is private companies, while individual investors account for 30%. Hedge funds don't have a meaningful investment in SGH. SGH is showing one warning sign in our investment analysis. "SGH's significant private companies ownership suggests that the key decisions are influenced by shareholders from the larger public 51% of the business is held by the top 2 shareholders Insiders have ...[+5089 chars]" 2025-02-26T21:24:10 DEI is not dead — and these state AGs tell us why Malia Lazu https://baystatebanner.com/2025/02/26/dei-is-not-dead-and-these-state-ags-tell-us-why https://baystatebanner.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/cropped-Banner_web_icon-copy-32x32.png US en Donald Trump's executive order on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) mandates, policies, programs, preferences and activities in the federal government. Some companies are coming out strong and seeing the benefit from DEI. Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell led 15 other states to issue guidance to businesses, nonprofits and other organizations operating in their states. The election of Donald Trump has, as expected, put diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the crosshairs. By executive order, signed the day of his inauguration, Trump has mandated the 'termination'...[+6161 chars] 2025-02-26T21:07:22 Europe Relaxes Rules on Company Climate Reports Eshe Nelson https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/europe-relaxes-rules-on-company-climate-reports-3228b6926ce17640d7b893c9bf248525483aa15f https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/02/26/multimedia/26EU-CLIMATE-RULES-jbml/26EU-CLIMATE-RULES-jbml-videoSixteenByNineJumbo1600.jpg FR en The European Commission proposed to substantially loosen the requirements on companies to report on the social and environmental impacts of their operations. The proposal would limit the rules to companies with more than 1,000 employees and revenue over 50 million euros ($53 million), which means companies with 50 million euro or more. "The European Commission on Wednesday proposed to substantially loosen the requirements on companies to report on the social and environmental impacts of their operations. The proposal would limit the ...[+111 chars]" 2025-02-26T21:06:19 Encore Capital Group Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Financial Results Encore Capital Group https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/encore-capital-group-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-financial-results/article_271f123b-9442-5945-9451-28fa360d0ce8.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Encore Capital Group, Inc. reports consolidated financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. Global portfolio purchases in 2024 up 26% to record $1.35 billion and global collections up 16% to $2.16 billion. Cabot issues resulted in a loss for the quarter and the year. "Favorable U.S. market for portfolio supply continues Global portfolio purchases in 2024 up 26% to record $1.35 billion Global collections in 2024 up 16% to $2.16 billion Actions taken to resolve Cabot...[+295 chars]" 2025-02-26T21:05:05 Trisura Chief Executive Officer David Clare to Hold Virtual Fireside Chat With TD Securities JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/trisura-chief-executive-officer-david-clare-to-hold-virtual-fireside-chat-with-td-securities/article_6fbb4729-059c-5289-b7d1-22a7ff4d7c33.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en David Clare and Mario Mendonca will discuss the company's 2024 results and outlook for 2025 on Thursday March 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET. The conference call will be broadcast live via audio webcast via TD Securities' website. For more information, please visit the link below. TORONTO, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trisura Group Ltd. ('Trisura' or 'Trisura Group') (TSX: TSU) Chief Executive Officer, David Clare, will join TD Securities Analyst, Mario Mendonca, in a virtu...[+193 chars] 2025-02-26T21:01:00 Gibson Energy Announces 2024 Key Industry-Leading Sustainability Achievements and Safety Leadership Gibson Energy Inc. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gibson-energy-announces-2024-key-210100700.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/6h1LOvbrPHME3_pnbIirgQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NzI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/1a4069b1670805ceaf506e952dbe5d6f US en Gibson Energy Inc. recorded 8.8 million hours without a lost time injury for its employee and contract workforce in 2024. The Company's sustainability strategy is built on strong governance and strategic initiatives that focus on long-term value for shareholders, employees, communities, Indigenous Peoples, governments, customers and suppliers. Gibson is one of only 10% of companies globally in the Oil & Gas Refining, Marketing, Transportation & Storage industry to receive a leadership rating from CDP. CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gibson Energy Inc. ('Gibson' or the 'Company'), a leading North American energy infrastructure company, today highlights the significant progress in...[+13587 chars] 2025-02-26T21:00:40 Packaging Corporation of America Announces Planned Management Changes Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/packaging-corporation-of-america-announces-planned-management-changes/article_b2d8f9dd-df48-5cf5-9c1e-b94a26f0fa4b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) announced today the following planned management changes. The changes are scheduled for February 26, 2025, and are related to the company's strategic direction.    . in "LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 26, 2025-- Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) announced today the following planned management changes." 2025-02-26T20:45:11 Europe to Ease Business Reporting Rules to Up Competition Guy Birchall https://www.theepochtimes.com/world/europe-to-ease-business-reporting-rules-to-up-competition-5816631 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/02/id5807335-1.tagreuters.com2025binary_LYNXMPEL190B0-FILEDIMAGE-1080x720.jpg US en The European Commission announced plans to revamp its economic strategy to meet the demands of the European Union's major industry players. The 'Simplification Omnibus' aims to reduce reporting burdens by 25 percent in an initial wave of measures in the first half of 2025. The due diligence law will be delayed by a year until 2028. EU Commissioner for Climate, Net Zero, and Clean Growth Wopke Hoekstra described the move as 'a game changer for Europe's economy' The European Commission announced plans to significantly revamp its economic strategy to meet the demands of the European Union's major industry players, who have long complained about excessive taxat...[+3542 chars] 2025-02-26T20:45:00 Deere investors reject anti-DEI resolution on hiring data Reuters https://www.fastcompany.com/91286057/deere-investors-reject-anti-dei-resolution https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/02/2025-02-26T194541Z_2_LYNXNPEL1P0T0_RTROPTP_4_DEERE-RESULTS.jpg US en Deere investors voted overwhelmingly against a resolution aimed at its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts on Wednesday. The resolution was filed by the National Legal and Policy Center, a conservative-leaning Washington think tank. Deere was one of the first major U.S. companies to back away from supporting programs such as LGBTQ+ pride events. Deere investors voted overwhelmingly against a resolution aimed at its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts on Wednesday, continuing a pattern of shareholder distaste for anti-DEI measures despite ...[+738 chars] 2025-02-26T20:43:06 Republicans labeled BlackRock as 'woke.' Here's a brief history of how the firm has tried to shed that description. Michelle Abrego https://www.businessinsider.com/blackrock-removes-dei-wording-annual-review-larry-fink-2025-2 https://i.insider.com/67bf73a5b1834fe311658de5?width=1200&format=jpeg US en "BlackRock removed diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) from its latest annual report. The asset manager and its CEO, Larry Fink, have been criticized by Republicans for being too ""woke"" in the past. Fink has had to tone down his support for ESG." "BlackRock removed DEI mentions from its annual report amid political pressure. The asset manager has faced criticism from Republicans for being too ""woke."" Here's how BlackRock has tried to distance i...[+7086 chars]" 2025-02-26T20:37:38 EU clean deal: 90% emissions cut Farah Mokrani https://euroweeklynews.com/2025/02/26/eus-new-clean-industrial-deal-aims-to-slash-emissions-and-help-polluting-sectors-go-green https://cdn.euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/EU-help-polluting-sectors-go-green.jpg ES en The European Commission has unveiled a new package of measures to keep the bloc on track for its climate goals. The new Clean Industrial Deal reaffirms the EU's target of reducing emissions by 90% by 2040 and promises 40 different measures to speed up the green transition. The plan includes a new Industrial Decarbonisation Bank, €100 billion in public funds, and a boost for renewable energy and grid infrastructure. "By Farah Mokrani • Published: 26 Feb 2025 • 21:37 • 2 minutes read A group of hands united to nurture new growth, reflecting the EU's ambition to cut emissions and guide industries towards a more sust...[+2713 chars]" 2025-02-26T20:28:27 How P.E.I. could miss its 2030 emissions target and carbon neutrality by 2040 Yutaro Sasaki https://www.thepeterboroughexaminer.com/news/canada/how-p-e-i-could-miss-its-2030-emissions-target-and-carbon-neutrality-by-2040/article_5520641a-89e9-572a-9255-f071422d53b3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/thepeterboroughexaminer.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/24/424669f3-42dd-566a-b654-f4f88f8d1482/67bf7b13a3bae.image.png?crop=1440%2C756%2C0%2C162&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize CA en Prince Edward Island will fall short of its greenhouse gas emissions target without increased investments and co-ordinated actions in key areas. Derek Ellis, director of the sustainability division at the Environment, Energy, and Climate Action Department, explained P.E.I.'s current path to net-zero emissions. "Prince Edward Island will fall short of its greenhouse gas emissions target without increased investments and co-ordinated actions in key areas, says the province's director of sustainability. Speakin...[+264 chars]" 2025-02-26T20:13:38 GOP Lawmakers Ask Fund Firms About 'Net Zero' Roles Simon Jessop https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/article/2025/02/26/id/1200604 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=77b5b403-de5c-41d7-bcbb-6c0bb94eb4b4&SiteName=Newsmax US en Republican lawmakers want to know more about the involvement of leading U.S. asset managers in the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAM) in a planned overhaul of the sector's top climate coalition. It is the latest in a series of demands for information and reports by the House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan suggesting collusion among financial companies. Leading U.S. asset managers have been asked by Republican lawmakers to detail their role in a planned overhaul of the sector's top climate coalition amid concern its efforts amount to collusion, lette...[+1306 chars] 2025-02-26T20:10:00 Corporate leaders proceed with caution on DEI changes under new administration Marq Burnett https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2025/02/26/diversity-equity-inclusion-trump-policies-company.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12500267/gettyimages-1406072634*1200xx5333-3000-334-0.jpg US en Trump administration is putting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI) under fire. Most businesses are not making significant changes to their DEI commitments. Many executives are waiting for further developments from the new administration's DEI priorities before making any changes. Some companies are paring back on DEI benchmarks and metrics. "With the Trump administration putting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives under fire, organizations are reconfiguring how they incorporate DEI in their policies and programming. A recent surve...[+4284 chars]" 2025-02-26T20:04:18 Montana legislators considering 2 senate bills centered around gravel pits Michael Santoscoy https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/montana-legislators-considering-2-senate-bills-centered-around-gravel-pits https://nbcmontana.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/292262ed-82de-494a-b683-248f6e0fcd45-GravelPitSenateBills.jpg US en In 2021, lawmakers passed House Bill 599 that revised opencut mining laws and made applications for certain opencut operations less strict. One of the revisions changed the number of property owners requesting a public meeting on a proposed opencut operation from 30% to 51%. Senate Bill 391 could switch the rules back to the original percentage. Bill 460 could reinstate the requirement that DEQ has to consider water resources before it issues a permit. "BOZEMAN, Mont. — In 2021, lawmakers passed House Bill 599 that revised opencut mining laws and made applications for certain opencut operations less strict. One of the revisions changed the number of ...[+1952 chars]" 2025-02-26T20:00:00 The Irish Times view on the diversity agenda: Europe should stay the course https://www.irishtimes.com/opinion/editorials/2025/02/26/the-irish-times-view-on-the-diversity-agenda-under-pressure-due-to-trump https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/RKC7OEMDVDTQPOVOTSDT424YMA.jpg?smart=true&auth=f4b0cb20d0ebd0002aadcccecdb49aa418775917e330ce0db859ab54a9470a29&width=1200&height=630 IE en Shareholders in Apple rejected a motion to scrap the company's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Similar battles are expected to play out over the coming weeks as large US companies hold their annual shareholder meetings. Corporate America is backing away from DEI initiatives in the wake of Donald Trump's election victory. Several US multinationals have already scaled back their DEI efforts. "Shareholders in Apple have rejected a motion put to their annual general meeting to scrap the company's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. It was proposed by the National Center for Pu...[+1991 chars]" 2025-02-26T19:55:43 'Reckless deregulation': European Commission slammed over plan to gut corporate sustainability rules Andrew Prag https://www.businessgreen.com/news-analysis/4410089/reckless-deregulation-european-commission-slammed-plan-gut-corporate-sustainability-rules https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/4d55333/e4f14f4e-1bf9-4c54-955f-16fcf2fc0826/3/P065737-379297-370x229.jpg GB en The European Commission has proposed cuts and delays to rules requiring companies to publicly disclose social and environmental risks faced by their operations and supply chains as part of a new proposal.    ... e.g. EU Commissioners Valdis Dombrovskis and Maria Luís Albuquerque. "Image: (L-R) EU Commissioners Valdis Dombrovskis and Maria Luís Albuquerque | Credit: EC Audiovisual Service The European Commission has proposed sweeping cuts and delays to rules requiring companies ...[+112 chars]" 2025-02-26T19:36:06 EU squares up to US with deregulation, clean tech push https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/26/eu-squares-up-to-us-with-deregulation-clean-tech-push https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/EU-squares-up-to-US-with-deregulation-clean-tech-push.jpg US en Ursula Von der Leyen's first term in office between 2019 and 2024 was a regulation spree. On Wednesday, EU officials unveiled plans to slash the administrative burden on businesses by 25% by 2029 and even by 35% for smaller businesses. The same day, the European Commission laid out its goal of stimulating a in clean industrial technologies. European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen's first term in office between 2019 and 2024 was a bona fide regulation spree. With her landmark European Green Deal, she legislated across dozens of...[+5230 chars] 2025-02-26T19:27:30 Trump decries a ‘scam' USAID contract. It supports a program he started. Glenn Kessler https://www.dailyherald.com/20250226/nation-and-world-politics/trump-decries-a-scam-usaid-contract-it-supports-a-program-he-started https://imengine.public.prod.pdh.navigacloud.com/?uuid=41e87887-4f34-53da-9aec-84a683995da8&function=fit&type=preview US en Trump complains about a $520 million contract that the U.S. Agency for International Development gave to a consultant for 'environmental, social and governance' investments in Africa. The contract is with DAI Global, a global development company founded in 1970 with 350 people at its headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland, plus staff at a dozen offices around the world. The money was used to support Prosper Africa Trade and Investment Activity, launched in Trump's first term. 'Here are some of the flagrant scams that, as an example, they've spent money on … $520 million for a consultant … you know, when I hired consultants, and they just take advantage of you, it's a horri...[+6834 chars] 2025-02-26T19:06:11 EU squares up to US with deregulation, clean tech push – DW – 02/26/2025 Ella Joyner https://www.dw.com/en/eu-squares-up-to-us-with-deregulation-clean-tech-push/a-71762713 https://static.dw.com/image/69623628_6.jpg DE en Ursula Von der Leyen is recasting her landmark climate laws as a bid to shore up the economic future of Europe, slashing red tape and frustrating environmental campaigners in the process. The European Commission also laid out its goal of stimulating a €100 billion investment drive in clean industrial technologies, also aimed at boosting EU competitiveness. "Von der Leyen is recasting her landmark climate laws as a bid to shore up the economic future of Europe, slashing red tape and frustrating environmental campaigners in the process. European Commission...[+6054 chars]" 2025-02-26T18:59:34 Wall Street's DEI Retreat: Where Major Banks and Asset Managers Stand New York Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/wall_street_8217s_dei_retreat_where_major_banks_and_asset_ma https://i.ytimg.com/vi/x8iHMre2LD4/0.jpg US en JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said some DEI programs are a waste of money. Wall Street navigates the shifting landscape of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Some firms quietly retreat while others make just the three pillars of the DEI strategy. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said some DEI programs are a waste of money.As Wall Street navigates the shifting landscape of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), some firms quietly retreat while ot...[+44 chars] 2025-02-26T18:49:00 Leading AI Building Decarbonization Company Asserts U.S. Withdrawal from Paris Agreement Will Not Hinder Progress Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/leading-ai-building-decarbonization-company-184900982.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/e37fb3389c7731b31488252338c19f57 US en Lookthrough Ltd. is a Swiss-based leader in real estate decarbonization. Lookthrough's CEO Marcel Staub believes the U.S. federal withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement will not have a significant impact on the ongoing climate change efforts. Many states, cities, and businesses have pledged to uphold the principles of the Paris Agreement. US Climate Alliance, a net zero-focused group of 24 U.s. state governors, announced that they plan to remain committed to the US' Paris Agreement goals. Herisau, Switzerland--(Newsfile Corp. - February 26, 2025) - Lookthrough Ltd., a Swiss-based leader in real estate decarbonization, reaffirms its commitment to global climate goals in light of the Uni...[+3688 chars] 2025-02-26T18:38:34 Investors in farm equipment maker Deere reject anti-DEI resolution Ross Kerber https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/investors-farm-equipment-maker-deere-183834963.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.ca/3d2ab91dceb7a09a8999f5cae080cd64 US en Deere investors voted overwhelmingly against a resolution aimed at its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts on Wednesday. Deere became one of the first major U.S. companies to back away from supporting programs such as LGBTQ+ pride events in July. Many investors and executives see DEI efforts as necessary to address underrepresentation of certain populations. "By Ross Kerber and Utkarsh Shetti (Reuters) - Deere investors voted overwhelmingly against a resolution aimed at its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts on Wednesday, continuing a pattern of share...[+1263 chars]" 2025-02-26T18:12:11 BP blames ‘misplaced' faith in green transition for its renewed focus on fossil fuels https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/bp-blames-misplaced-faith-in-green-transition-for-its-renewed-focus-on-fossil-fuels/ar-AA1zOSVl US en BP will increase its investment in oil and gas to $10bn (£7.9bn) a year and produce 2.4m barrels of oil a day by 2030, 60% higher than the figure in its net zero plan set out five years ago. CEO Murray Auchincloss claims that optimism over the pace of the green transition had been'misplaced' and BP will focus on starting up 10 large-scale projects by 2027 and a further 8 to 10 projects by the end of the decade. "BP has abandoned its green ambitions in favour of ramping up fossil fuel production as its boss claimed that optimism over the pace of the green transition had been 'misplaced'. In a major strategy sh...[+3088 chars]" 2025-02-26T18:01:21 BlackRock, Bank of America drop DEI policies amid White House's war on ‘woke' James Franey https://nypost.com/2025/02/26/business/blackrock-bank-of-america-drop-dei-policies-amid-white-houses-war-on-woke https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/99292793.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en BlackRock and Bank of America have dropped their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies. They are the latest Wall Street giants to do so after the White House declared war on DEI in the workplace. Larry Fink's BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager with $11.4 trillion under management, and the Brian Moynihan-led lender have axed language that promoted representation and participation of different minority groups. BlackRock and Bank of America dropped their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies — becoming the latest Wall Street giants to scrap the controversial initiative after the White House declared war ...[+4238 chars] 2025-02-26T17:50:11 3 Ways Business Leaders Can Blend Profit With Purpose Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/3_Ways_Business_Leaders_Can_Blend_Profit_With_Purpose https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/[] US en Corporate social responsibility has been a buzzword, but it has real bottom-line benefits. It can also have a positive impact on society. Here is how. for more information on corporate social responsibility, visit: www.corporationsocialresponsibility.org. Corporate social responsibility has been a buzzword, but it has real bottom-line benefits at the same time it can have a positive impact on society. Here is how. 2025-02-26T17:49:05 Europe Relaxes Rules on Company Climate Reports https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/26/europe-relaxes-rules-on-company-climate-reports https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Europe-Relaxes-Rules-on-Company-Climate-Reports.jpg US en The European Commission proposes to limit the rules to companies with more than 1,000 employees and revenue over 50 million euros ($53 million). About 80 percent of companies currently covered by the directive will be exempt. The Commission also proposes a two-year delay for companies that would have been required to report this year and next. The changes need to be approved by the European Parliament before taking effect. "The European Commission on Wednesday proposed The proposal would limit the rules to companies with more than 1,000 employees and revenue over 50 million euros ($53 million), which means that about 80 ...[+2351 chars]" 2025-02-26T17:47:09 Umicore - Transparency notification by Silchester International Investors LLP https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/27/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/umicore-transparency-notification-by-silchester-international-investors-llp/2063349 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/27/551389.jpg PH en Silchester International Investors LLP notified Umicore that it has crossed the legal threshold of 5% for the direct voting rights upwards on February 20th 2025. The total holding of Silchester International investors LLP now stands at 5.07%. The chain of control has been described at the end of the notification. "Transparency notification by Silchester International Investors LLP In accordance with article 14, § 1 of the law of 2 May 2007 on the disclosure of major holdings, Umicore was recently notified by Si...[+1644 chars]" 2025-02-26T17:45:07 Europe Relaxes Rules on Company Climate Reports Eshe Nelson https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/26/business/europe-climate-sustainability-reporting.html https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/02/26/multimedia/26EU-CLIMATE-RULES-jbml/26EU-CLIMATE-RULES-jbml-facebookJumbo.jpg US en The European Commission proposed to substantially loosen the requirements on companies to report on the social and environmental impacts of their operations. The Commission is trying to simplify regulations that businesses say impede investment and growth. European officials are concerned about waning economic competitiveness, particularly when compared with the United States and China. President Trump's push to relax the rules on companies has widened the regulatory gap with Europe. "The European Commission on Wednesday proposed to substantially loosen the requirements on companies to report on the social and environmental impacts of their operations. The proposal would limit the ...[+3117 chars]" 2025-02-26T17:44:25 Wall Street's DEI Retreat: Where Major Banks and Asset Managers Stand Rachel Curry https://observer.com/2025/02/wall-streets-dei-retreat-where-major-banks-and-asset-managers-stand https://observer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/GettyImages-1835546589-1.jpg?quality=80 US en There is a shift away from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the financial sector. U.S. Bancorp and Bank of America have quietly removed references to diversity and inclusion from their annual reports. Citigroup will no longer require diverse slates of candidates and interviewers. Morgan Stanley shifts from 'diversity and inclusion' to'meritocracy' in its report. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said some DEI programs are a waste of money.As Wall Street navigates the shifting landscape of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), some firms quietly retreat while ot...[+4715 chars] 2025-02-26T17:38:59 EU outlines project for technological and industrial competition https://www.plenglish.com/news/2025/02/26/eu-outlines-project-for-technological-and-industrial-competition https://www.plenglish.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/union-europea.jpg MX en The Clean Industry Pact aims to turn decarbonization into a driver of industrial growth in the EU. It prioritizes energy-intensive industries, such as steel, metallurgy and chemicals, and the clean technology sector. It also aims to reduce the number of companies required to submit reports on their impact on sustainability and lower minimum fines for failure to comply with mitigation measures against climate problems. According to the initiative, the EU could reduce administrative burdens for companies by 25 percent in five years. "Under the label of the Clean Industry Pact, the European Commission (EC) argued that it is necessary to turn decarbonization into a driver of industrial growth in the bloc. In this way, the project pr...[+2264 chars]" 2025-02-26T17:38:50 Brussels confirms dramatic U-turn on corporate green rules Marianne Gros https://www.eenews.net/articles/brussels-confirms-dramatic-u-turn-on-corporate-green-rules https://www.eenews.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/eenewslogo-sqaure.jpg US en The European Commission wants to exempt 80 percent of companies from its mandatory sustainability disclosure requirements. The bill proposes to amend four key rules from the European Green Deal. Under the proposed changes, implementation of the CSRD will be delayed by two years and only companies with more than 1,000 employees and at least €50 million in turnover would have to report. BRUSSELS — The vast majority of businesses in the European Union would no longer have to disclose their impact on the environment or exposure to the risks of climate change under a proposed bill that ...[+835 chars] 2025-02-26T17:32:16 Europe plans to ease sustainability reporting rules Oman Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Europe_plans_to_ease_sustainability_reporting_rules https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/[] US en The European Commission plans to loosen rules on corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency in a bid to make Europe more sustainable and transparent in order to make it more attractive to investors.   in the European Commission said on Wednesday that the rules will be loosened. BRUSSELS: The European Commission plans to loosen its rules on corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency, it said on Wednesday, in a bid to make Europe more 2025-02-26T17:25:29 Britons advised to cut meat, air travel to reach net zero targets AFP https://www.djournal.com/news/national/britons-advised-to-cut-meat-air-travel-to-reach-net-zero-targets/article_5290cf18-22bb-5c5a-965b-3d407446b349.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/djournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/78/578aaea4-ea49-5dbb-b382-4e592038cc5c/6799b9bd06cfe.image.jpg?crop=341%2C341%2C85%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Britons will have to pay more to fly and eat less meat if they are to meet net zero greenhouse gas emissions targets, advisory body says. UK's 2008 Climate Change Act requires the government to propose regular milestones on the way to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. "Britons will have to pay more to fly and should forego two-steaks worth of meat a week if the country is to meet net zero targets, the government's advisory body said Wednesday. The UK's 2008 Climate ...[+148 chars]" 2025-02-26T17:24:01 Apple boss says its DEI programmes may change BBC https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4148363/apple-boss-says-its-dei-programmes-may-change.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Shareholders rejected a call for the firm to consider ending its diversity practices as they did not want to change its practices.   - for the company's diversity practices, according to the shareholder's vote. - For the company, the vote was not held. His comments came as shareholders rejected a call for the firm to consider ending its diversity practices. 2025-02-26T17:11:36 Elon Musk's Growing Grip on Washington--Is Tesla Now Tied to the U.S. Government? Khac Phu Nguyen https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/elon-musks-growing-grip-washington-171136814.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/1008bb60819e494e55049caaa788bf7b US en Elon Musk is the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). He is also the CEO of SpaceX and X. Some accounting experts argue that Tesla's relationship with the U.S. government may now qualify as a related party transaction under financial reporting rules. Senator Richard Blum (Trades, Portfolio) has raised conflict-of-interest concerns about Musk's dual role as Tesla's CEO and his government position. Following a recent Wall Street Journal report, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) may be on the verge of making a disclosure move that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. With Elon Musk now holding a s...[+2063 chars] 2025-02-26T16:56:23 More Companies Looking To Quietly Roll Back DEI Efforts Under Trump, Survey Shows Ireland Owens https://dailycaller.com/2025/02/26/companies-quietly-roll-back-dei-under-trump-survey https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-2201223264-e1740583530897.jpg US en Just over half of American companies are considering scaling back their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts following President Donald Trump's return to the Oval Office. The Trump administration has been spearheading a massive effort to overturn DEI policies across federal government agencies and American schools. Littler Mendelson surveyed 347 C-suite executives. The majority of American companies are now considering scaling back their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts following President Donald Trump's return to the Oval Office, according to a new...[+3188 chars] 2025-02-26T16:55:59 Bank ABC announces its Sustainable Finance Framework https://tradearabia.com/news/BANK_431282.html https://tradearabia.com/source/2025/02/26/framework2.jpg?07:23:34pm BH en Bank ABC has announced the launch of its Sustainable Finance Framework. The framework establishes clear eligibility criteria for green, social, sustainable, sustainability-linked and transition finance projects. It is fully aligned with the International Capital Market Association's (ICMA) Green Bond Principles, Social Bond Principles (SBP), Sustainability Bond Guidelines (SBG) and Green Loan Principles (GLP). "Bank ABC has announced the launch of its Sustainable Finance Framework, a comprehensive guide outlining the bank's approach and methodology for sustainable finance. The framework establishes clear eli...[+1391 chars]" 2025-02-26T16:53:00 EU to keep climate goals but loosen rules for companies, says green chief 成为付费会员，阅读FT独家内容 https://ftchinese.com/interactive/194368/en CN en The EU's Green Deal was launched in 2019 but has come under assault from European companies complaining of high energy prices and stifling overregulation. Donald Trump's bonfire of US climate goals has increased calls for the bloc to rethink its entire approach. Teresa Ribera, European Commission vice-president, says the global reality has evolved and the policies need to be updated. The EU will stick to its world-leading climate goals, the bloc's economic competitiveness tsar has vowed, even as it prepares to water down some of the green policies to placate the bloc's ailing indu...[+604 chars] 2025-02-26T16:24:55 Commission delivers first phase of ‘simplification' drive Robert Hodgson https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/02/26/commission-delivers-first-phase-of-simplification-drive https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/08/09/34/1200x675_cmsv2_ee8ab902-7faf-52c8-93fc-9ba224172fd1-9080934.jpg FR en Four out of five companies are set to be removed from the scope of an EU directive on corporate sustainability reporting, leaving only the 10,000 largest firms in Europe facing the obligation to publish details of their environmental footprint and the risks they face from factors such as extreme weather linked to climate change. Valdis Dombrovskis is presenting the first of a promised 'fleet' of so-called 'omnibus' packages to meet the Commission's goal of slashing red tape for firms operating in Europe by at least a quarter. Four out of five companies are set to be removed from the scope of an EU directive on corporate sustainability reporting, leaving only the 10,000 largest firms in Europe facing the obligation to publi...[+5363 chars] 2025-02-26T16:24:32 Rushing energy transition 'will damage supply chain' Terry Murden https://dailybusinessgroup.co.uk/2025/02/rushing-energy-transition-will-damage-supply-chain https://dailybusinessgroup.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Louise-Kingham-BP.png GB en Louise Kingham, Hebe Trotter, Louise Kingham and Russell Borthwick are discussing the business practices of the companies they are involved in. They discuss a number of different business practices, including a lack of clarity around the tax and regulation, a misgivings about the development of the first place, and the influence of the government. "MPs warned Louise Kingham: danger of cliff edge Moving too quickly from oil and gas to green technologies will put thousands of jobs in the supply chain at risk and undermine the energy transition, MP...[+4299 chars]" 2025-02-26T16:14:03 Domestic policy will decide if UK benefits from net zero economy, says UKSIF IPE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Domestic_policy_will_decide_if_UK_benefits_from_net_zero_eco https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/[] US en UKSIF CEO James Alexander is urging the UK government to follow advice from the UK Climate Change Committee's seventh carbon budget. He is calling on them to follow the advice of the committee's report on carbon budget, which is based on the UK Carbon Budget. UKSIF CEO James Alexander is urging the UK government to follow advice from the UK Climate Change Committee's seventh carbon budget 2025-02-26T16:08:47 Trump: Apple should get rid of DEI rules instead of making ‘adjustments' Julia Shapero https://www.yahoo.com/news/trump-apple-rid-dei-rules-160847481.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_hill_articles_341/bcddd8bed916ae0c79d7f644558c81d0 US en Apple's shareholders voted down a proposal to scrap its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) rules at its annual shareholder meeting Tuesday. The proposal was presented by the National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank. Trump has signed several executive orders seeking to eliminate DEI in the federal government and amping up pressure on private companies to do the same. "President Trump on Wednesday urged Apple to get rid of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) rules after the tech giant's shareholders voted down a proposal to scrap its diversity commitments. 'AP...[+1828 chars]" 2025-02-26T16:06:23 Trump Demands Apple Ditch DEI After It Rejects Proposal: Here Are All The Companies Cutting Diversity Programs Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/02/26/trump-demands-apple-ditch-dei-after-it-rejects-proposal-here-are-all-the-companies-cutting-diversity-programs https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/62499fdeb85d6719dc85cb1a/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Apple shareholders voted against ending the company's diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Bank of America will end 'aspirational' targets for diversity hiring and replace the word 'diversity' with 'talent' and 'opportunity' in its annual report. Pepsi will no longer use representation goals in hiring, will transition its 'Chief DEI Officer' position to focus more on employee development, and will shift its supplier diversity program to focus on all small businesses. Disney is making several changes to its DEI approach, including shifting its 'Diversity & Inclusion' performance metric used to evaluate employees to 'Talent Strategy' and axing its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' website. President Donald Trump, who has led an anti-diversity, equity and inclusion crusade since taking office last month, demanded Apple get rid of its DEI programs in a Truth Social post Wednesday morning,...[+22053 chars] 2025-02-26T15:51:32 Rayner announces investigation into seven companies over Grenfell tower fire The Daily Telegraph https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Rayner_announces_investigation_into_seven_companies_over_Gre https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/[] US en """companies must be held to account"" says the president of the company, which is responsible for the company's financial problems.    “companies should be held accountable”. ” “" """ companies must be held to account """ 2025-02-26T15:48:26 Schneider Electric exceeds its 2024 Sustainability target and approaches the end of its current program Simona Hrincescu https://business-review.eu/sustainability/schneider-electric-exceeds-its-2024-sustainability-target-and-approaches-the-end-of-its-current-program-279664 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Schneider-Electric.png EU en Schneider Electric's Sustainability Impact (SSI) score reached 7.55 out of ten, surpassing the 2024 end-year target of 7.40. Schneider Electric was recognized by TIME and Statista as the World's Most Sustainable Company. Since 2018, its energy-saving products, software, and services have enabled customers to save and avoid 679 million tonnes of CO2. Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today published details of its sustainability performance for the final quarter of 2024, alongside its...[+2998 chars] 2025-02-26T15:41:12 European Commission adopts bill to cut red tape, simplify business rules Mucahithan Avicoglu https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/european-commission-adopts-bill-to-cut-red-tape-simplify-business-rules/3494332 https://cdnuploads.aa.com.tr/uploads/Contents/2025/02/26/thumbs_b_c_4aa9cb56f7a06514598c7a4d9e960775.jpg?v=183837 TR en The European Commission has adopted an omnibus bill to ease strict environmental, sustainability, and investment rules for companies. It will be presented to the European Parliament for approval. The bill includes legislative proposals to simplify EU legislation while boosting competitiveness and investment capacity. The package proposal's simplifications will benefit businesses of all sizes across the EU. "ISTANBUL The European Commission has adopted an omnibus bill to ease strict environmental, sustainability, and investment rules for companies, which will be presented to the European Parliament for ap...[+1629 chars]" 2025-02-26T15:29:29 British firms not swayed by US push to scrap diversity goals, says minister London Evening Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/British_firms_not_swayed_by_US_push_to_scrap_diversity_goals_l https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/[] US en Labour MP Justin Madders says UK firms have their own approach to equality. There is pressure from the U.S. government to scale back equality initiatives.    in the United States, which has a more progressive approach. Labour MP Justin Madders said UK firms had their 'own approach' to equality, amid pressure from the American government to scale back initiatives. 2025-02-26T15:27:31 EU's Bold Strategy: Industrial Revival and Energy Reforms Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3278764-eus-bold-strategy-industrial-revival-and-energy-reforms https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/30_08_2024_16_54_44_7595811.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission has announced a three-pronged plan to rejuvenate struggling European industries. The plan proposes to ease green reporting mandates and back clean industrial initiatives. It also aims to lower energy prices and foster the growth of sustainable product markets. Industry leaders have warmly welcomed the support for investments. Environmental groups and certain investors are concerned about the potential impact on transparency and the financing of sustainable transitions. The European Commission has announced an ambitious three-pronged plan to rejuvenate struggling European industries, featuring proposals to ease green reporting mandates while backing clean industrial ...[+713 chars] 2025-02-26T15:17:03 EU's Simplification Omnibus: A Double-Edged Sword for Corporate Sustainability Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3278753-eus-simplification-omnibus-a-double-edged-sword-for-corporate-sustainability https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/02_08_2024_22_08_31_3763663.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission has unveiled the 'Simplification Omnibus', a reform aimed at easing corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency rules. The move is designed to enhance Europe's competitiveness against the United States and China, while still maintaining the EU's net zero emission targets. Environmental groups believe it undermines corporate accountability. The European Commission has unveiled the 'Simplification Omnibus', a reform aimed at easing corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency rules. The move is designed to enhance Euro...[+729 chars] 2025-02-26T15:12:49 ENZO Group, Inc. Announces Capital Raise Through Regulation D Private Placement Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/enzo-group-inc-announces-capital-raise-through-regulation-d-private-placement/article_e86ff732-fc49-54a0-a885-aaebf4401909.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ENZO Group, Inc. is raising capital through a Regulation D private placement. The company intends to build a portfolio across the food, beverage and entertainment industries. The move is aimed at fueling the company's growth initiatives and expanding its investment capabilities. "CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 26, 2025-- ENZO Group, Inc., a holding company that intends to build a portfolio across the food, beverage and entertainment industries, is excited to announce th...[+2857 chars]" 2025-02-26T15:06:42 Religare Enterprises Overhaul: Saluja and Asthaana Ousted Amidst Burman Family Takeover Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3278739-religare-enterprises-overhaul-saluja-and-asthaana-ousted-amidst-burman-family-takeover https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/20_06_2024_07_47_51_1886178.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The board of Religare Enterprises wants to remove Rashmi Saluja and Rakesh Asthaana from their subsidiaries. This comes after the Burman family's acquisition of 25.16% stake in the financial services company, which is worth Rs 2,116 crore. In a significant shake-up, Religare Enterprises' board announced on Wednesday its decision to initiate the removal of ex-executive chairperson Rashmi Saluja from its subsidiaries. This comes on the he...[+710 chars] 2025-02-26T15:05:01 "Trump says ""Apple should get rid of DEI rules, not just make adjustments to them"" in a Truth Social post, after Apple investors rejected a proposal to end DEI (Hadriana Lowenkron/Bloomberg)" Techmeme https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4148038/trump-says-apple-should-get-rid-of-dei-rules-not-just-make-adjustments-to-them-i.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Trump wants Apple to get rid of DEI rules. Apple investors rejected a proposal to end DEI. Trump escalates his campaign against diversity hiring practices at Apple and other companies. Apple will not make changes to DEI even though investors rejected outside proposal to scrap it. Hadriana Lowenkron / Bloomberg:Trump says Apple should get rid of DEI rules, not just make adjustments to them in a Truth Social post, after Apple investors rejected a proposal to end DEI- Investors t...[+138 chars] 2025-02-26T15:05:00 IWBI Champions Social Sustainability in Sustainable Finance, Featured in UN Global Compact Network USA Report Iwbi https://finance.yahoo.com/news/iwbi-champions-social-sustainability-sustainable-150500540.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/3a33100d282ac6098f7ed5f9f7227a5e US en The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has been included in a new report on sustainable finance developed by the UN Global Compact Network USA. Minjia Yang, Vice President and Head of Sustainable Finance at IWBI helped launch the report at the Driving Progress: Sustainable Finance for the Advancement of the SDGs event. "NORTHAMPTON, MA / / February 26, 2025 / International WELL Building Institute (IWBI): IWBI's inclusion in the report reflects the growing recognition of integrating human and social well-being into su...[+7689 chars]" 2025-02-26T15:01:00 Albert Valiakhmetov Announces FlyX Marketing's AI-Powered Green Strategy for Eco-Conscious Digital Advertising NEWSFILE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/albert-valiakhmetov-announces-flyx-marketings-aipowered-green-strategy-for-ecoconscious-digital-advertising-1034412089 https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/242449/208 US en FlyX Marketing's founder Albert Valiakhmetov introduces AI-driven sustainability standards, cutting digital marketing's carbon footprint while boosting efficiency. The company's recent achievement of 200% growth in sustainable brand partnerships follows the announcement. The initiative introduces several groundbreaking innovations, including Eco-Optimized Website Design and Green SEO techniques. "FlyX Marketing founder Albert Valiakhmetov introduces AI-driven sustainability standards, cutting digital marketing's carbon footprint while boosting efficiency. Athens, Greece--(Newsfile Corp. - Febr...[+5241 chars]" 2025-02-26T14:57:57 80% of companies removed from scope of Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive https://delano.lu/article/80-of-companies-removed-from-scope-of-corporate-sustainability-reporting-directive https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/80-of-companies-removed-from-scope-of-corporate-sustainability-reporting-directive/0.5/0.5/600/400/707324.jpg LU en The European Commission's omnibus project aims to simplify EU rules to boost competitiveness and free up additional investment capacity. Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) has been completely overhauled. Small importers will be exempt from the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). The commission wants to reduce administrative burdens by 25% for SMEs and by 35% for large companies. The Omnibus Directive, unveiled on Wednesday, is the cornerstone of the EU's new competitiveness policy. In the name of competitiveness, Brussels wants to rid of its administrative obstacles, accordin...[+4880 chars] 2025-02-26T14:43:17 British firms not swayed by US push to scrap diversity goals, says minister Anna Wise https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/british-firms-not-swayed-by-us-push-to-scrap-diversity-goals-says-minister-b1213443.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/02/26/14/8a75bc4deb4cca70f94e55e4e9a5c7ddY29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQwNjY1MjQw-2.59875871.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en Deloitte is committed to diversity goals in the UK. Barclays has an 'unwavering' commitment to inclusion despite changes in the US and abroad, according to the boss of the bank, who also said Deloitte's commitment to diversity is the same. Meanwhile, in the UK, Deloitte told its staff that it was 'committed to our diversity goals' following reports of a changing focus in the US, while the boss of Barclays said the bank had an 'unwaverin...[+62 chars] 2025-02-26T14:43:17 British firms not swayed by US push to scrap diversity goals, says minister Pa News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/news/national/british-firms-not-swayed-by-us-push-to-scrap-diversity-goals-says-minister-140292 https://www.kentonline.co.uk/_media/img/ZW80NUY2KXVA1Z4J3P8P.jpg GB en Labour MP Justin Madders said UK companies have their own approach to equality. Several US companies, including Google, Meta, Amazon and McDonald's, have scaled back their diversity programmes following Donald Trump's election victory. Deloitte told its staff it was committed to its diversity goals in the UK. "Labour MP Justin Madders said it was clear UK companies 'understand and appreciate the value of a broad, diverse leadership team' (UK Parliament/Jessica Taylor/PA) The UK's employment rights minister ...[+1951 chars]" 2025-02-26T14:40:33 IWBI Champions Social Sustainability in Sustainable Finance, Featured in UN Global Compact Network USA Report Minjia Yang https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/kristen-cocoa-amsterdam-netherlands-b1bec958e5ccbbf5aefd5998603c93f0 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en A new report on sustainable finance developed by the UN Global Compact Network USA and the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) highlights the critical role of social sustainability in driving financial strategies and investment decisions. Minjia Yang, Vice President and Head of Sustainable Finance at IWBI recently helped launch the report at GreenBiz 25. She believes that the future of sustainable finance is about leadership. A new report on sustainable finance developed by the United Nations Global Compact Network USA features the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), highlighting the critical role of social susta...[+5898 chars] 2025-02-26T14:38:28 ENZO Group, Inc. Announces Capital Raise Through Regulation D Private Placement Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/enzo-group-inc-announces-capital-raise-through-regulation-d-private-placement/article_2e5ed106-f7fa-55c5-9f5b-dbd6146ed36c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en ENZO Group, Inc. intends to build a portfolio across the food, beverage and entertainment industries. The company is raising capital through a Regulation D private placement. This strategic move is aimed at fueling the company's growth initiatives and expanding its investment capabilities. "CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 26, 2025-- ENZO Group, Inc., a holding company that intends to build a portfolio across the food, beverage and entertainment industries, is excited to announce th...[+182 chars]" 2025-02-26T14:37:31 KPMG Joins Deloitte in Scrapping DEI: The 'Big Four' Retreat from Diversity Teddy Cambosa https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/kpmg-joins-deloitte-scrapping-dei-big-four-retreat-diversity-1731406 https://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/1736308/kpmg-headquarters.jpg US en KPMG is the second consulting firm to withdraw from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Donald Trump's administration has been critical of such initiatives. Deloitte and KPMG are among the top consulting firms with government contracts. There is a growing emphasis on aligning hiring strategies more closely with government interests. The retreat from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives continues to gain momentum, with consulting firms increasingly joining the exodus. The latest to follow suit is consulting giant KPM...[+4688 chars] 2025-02-26T14:25:02 Change in the amount of Lassila & Tikanoja's own shares https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/26/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/change-in-the-amount-of-lassila-tikanojas-own-shares/2063183 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/26/551158.jpg PH en Lassila & Tikanoja plc has assigned 8,399 shares to 9 participants of the share-based incentive program as a reward payment for the 2024 earning period. L&T is a service company that is putting the circular economy into practice. It employs 7,400 people in Finland and Sweden and its net sales in 2024 were EUR 770.7 million. "Lassila & Tikanoja plc Stock exchange release 26 February 2025 4.00 p.m Change in the amount of Lassila & Tikanoja's own shares Lassila & Tikanoja has assigned a total of 8,399 Lassila & Tikanoja shar...[+1304 chars]" 2025-02-26T14:24:11 PMGC Holdings Highlights Strong Capital Position: No Debt, Fully Funded, and Warrants Priced ... Pmgc Holdings Inc. https://www.enidnews.com/region/pmgc-holdings-highlights-strong-capital-position-no-debt-fully-funded-and-warrants-priced/article_1a0cc12c-1ecb-52e3-bf6b-ad6598e1542a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en PMGC Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq:ELAB) is a diversified holding company. PMGC's capital structure as of February 25, 2025, is as follows: $92C6D, $96 6I6C4, $6 AC:46, $46, A6C D2C6, H2C2, H3 C2E496E AC@G:G:D2C5, H4 C6 E9 H3 E9, H6 E65, NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PMGC Holdings Inc. (the 'Company,' 'PMGC,' 'us,' or 'we') (Nasdaq:ELAB), a diversified holding company, today announced an update on its capita...[+7885 chars] 2025-02-26T14:18:16 Safe and Green Development Corporation Executes Agreement for Strategic Shift via Acquisition of Resource Group a Next-Generation Engineered Soils and Composting Company PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Safe_and_Green_Development_Corporation_Executes_Agreement_fo https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WRDzufxzWBw/0.jpg US en "Safe and Green Development Corporation (NASDAQ: SGD) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a real estate development and innovation company, Safe and Green Developments Corp. (SGD).    ""Sydney & Green Development Corp."" is a real-estate development and Innovation company." "MIAMI, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Safe and Green Development Corporation (NASDAQ: SGD) (""SGD"" or the ""Company""), a real estate development and innovation company, is announcing that it has entered ...[+38 chars]" 2025-02-26T14:14:23 Diversification of members on energy sector boards crucial for governance reforms 3news.com https://3news.com/business/energy/diversification-of-members-on-energy-sector-boards-crucial-for-governance-reforms-asec-advises https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Karikari-Kwagyan-Achireko-ASEC.jpg GH en Experts have called for increased cross-representation on boards of key entities within the energy value chain in Ghana. The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) argues that improved governance structures will enhance transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency in the sector. ASEC also believes that the government should prioritise expertise from within the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). "In the wake of changes in Ghana's energy sector, experts have called for increased cross-representation on boards of key entities within the energy value chain. One such advocate is the Africa Sustain...[+6863 chars]" 2025-02-26T14:10:07 Swiss GRC Day 2025 With a High-Profile Program on the Future of GRC Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/swiss-grc-day-2025-with-a-high-profile-program-on-the-future-of-grc/article_db3630ad-3088-5473-b0c6-191052fbc054.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/48/2482b215-9307-53f1-b5b8-d23721d239be/67bf265cb796c.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Swiss GRC has unveiled the program for Swiss GRC Day 2025. The conference brings together experts and decision-makers every year to discuss the most pressing challenges and future strategies in the GRC world. Swiss G RC is a leading provider of governance, risk and compliance solutions. "LUCERNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 26, 2025-- Swiss GRC, a leading provider of governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solutions, has officially unveiled the program for Swiss GRC Day 2025. The ...[+157 chars]" 2025-02-26T14:06:04 What's inside the EU's 'Simplification Omnibus' on sustainability rules Kate Abnett https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/whats-inside-eus-simplification-omnibus-sustainability-rules-2025-02-26 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/ZJNFFBYCVBMMFOUXTRH7R5HPRI.jpg?auth=05bfe4e1ddc8321c75897a7bbef161f3b697fe06c17f2adbd122eb3d80c093f5&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The European Commission proposes looser environmental and corporate sustainability rules for a large majority of businesses in Europe. Businesses and Germany and France have demanded change. Environmental campaigners and some EU governments including Spain and some investors had urged Brussels not to weaken the green rules. Most of the changes must be negotiated and approved by a majority of lawmakers in the European Parliament and majority of EU member countries. BRUSSELS, Feb 26 (Reuters) - The European Commission on Wednesday proposed looser environmental and corporate sustainability rules for a large majority of businesses in Europe, responding to criticism...[+3493 chars] 2025-02-26T13:53:16 EU's 'Simplification Omnibus': Streamlining Sustainability for Competitiveness Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3278624-eus-simplification-omnibus-streamlining-sustainability-for-competitiveness https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_05_2024_07_53_02_0532428.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission unveiled plans to relax corporate sustainability reporting rules as part of the 'Simplification Omnibus' initiative. The proposal could save European companies up to 40 billion euros, but opponents warn of potential setbacks to sustainability progress. The EU remains committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The European Commission unveiled plans to relax corporate sustainability reporting rules on Wednesday, aiming to bolster Europe's competitiveness against the United States and China. As part of the 'S...[+755 chars] 2025-02-26T13:49:29 BP to ramp up oil and gas output in major shift away from green goals https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/bp-to-ramp-up-oil-and-gas-output-in-major-shift-away-from-green-goals/ar-AA1zOSVl US en BP will increase its target for oil and gas production by 60% to 2.4m barrels a day by 2030. It will be'very selective' about investing in low-carbon options, slashing more than $5bn from its previous green investment plan to take it down to between $1.5bn and $2bn. The company has lost almost a quarter of its market value in the past two years. "BP is dropping green goals, ramping up oil and gas production and slashing spending on low-carbon energy as part of a fundamental reset of the troubled company. The FTSE 100 fossil fuel company has pr...[+2978 chars]" 2025-02-26T13:32:19 PMGC Holdings Highlights Strong Capital Position: No Debt, Fully Funded, and Warrants Priced ... PMGC Holdings Inc. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/pmgc-holdings-highlights-strong-capital-position-no-debt-fully-funded-and-warrants-priced/article_dc0663d1-5650-5b8d-9a6c-a79dd4d8f54c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en PMGC Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq:ELAB) announces an update on its capital structure. PMGC's capital structure is as follows as of February 25, 2025. The Company's financial position highlights its financial position and ongoing commitment to executing its strategic priorities. NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PMGC Holdings Inc. (the 'Company,' 'PMGC,' 'us,' or 'we') (Nasdaq:ELAB), a diversified holding company, today announced an update on its capita...[+210 chars] 2025-02-26T13:15:24 Stratasys Earns Silver EcoVadis Rating, 90th Percentile, A Testament to its Leadership in Sustainability Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/stratasys-earns-silver-ecovadis-rating-90th-percentile-a-testament-to-its-leadership-in-sustainability/article_1714893e-1987-5245-8c3b-b151fd0a7905.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/1e/51ec0f56-a0c7-53c5-9c37-3865f7f62e41/67bf159d09044.image.jpg?crop=1440%2C756%2C0%2C342&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Stratasys Ltd. received its first-ever EcoVadis certification, achieving a Silver sustainability rating. The milestone shows the company's dedication to responsible business practices that create a positive impact on the environment, society, and all stakeholders. It is in the 90th percentile joining the top 10% of all companies assessed globally. "EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 26, 2025-- Stratasys Ltd. announced today that it received its first-ever EcoVadis certification, achieving a Silver sustainability rating, ...[+251 chars]" 2025-02-26T13:15:00 Stratasys Earns Silver EcoVadis Rating, 90th Percentile, A Testament to its Leadership in Sustainability Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stratasys-earns-silver-ecovadis-rating-131500816.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/97d8b5c56b4272b8cfc668c84666c807 US en Stratasys Ltd. received its first-ever EcoVadis certification, achieving a Silver sustainability rating in the 90th percentile joining the top 10% of all companies assessed globally. Stratasys is at the forefront of driving the industry towards more responsible operations that align with global environmental and sustainable business development goals. "Stratasys Sets Important ESG Standards in the 3D Printing Industry The Company is a Top Choice Sustainable Additive Manufacturing Operations and Solutions Provider EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. & REHOVOT, Israe...[+5690 chars]" 2025-02-26T13:09:26 Delay for implementation of supply chain law Nachrichten https://www.krone.at/3705679 https://imgl.krone.at/scaled/3705670/v1cc97e/og_image.jpg AT en "The EU Supply Chain Act is to be postponed by one year and the exemption of 80% of EU companies from sustainability reporting is proposed. The EU's civil liability conditions are to be abolished. The reporting obligations under the EU taxonomy will also only apply to the largest companies. Small and medium-sized enterprises reporting obligations will be reduced by 35%. Austrian reactions to the ""Omnibus"" plans to reduce bureaucracy are mixed." "On Wednesday, the Commission launched its first ""omnibus"" proposals, which provide for a postponement of the Supply Chain Act by one year and the exemption of 80% of EU companies from sustainability r...[+2493 chars]" 2025-02-26T13:08:43 Is YOUR money in an underperforming woke fund? Our money experts reveal the 10 worst... and what to... Calum Muirhead https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/is-your-money-in-an-underperforming-woke-fund-our-money-experts-reveal-87b73e448d886ca786c85408d88359c48eba8cb0 https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/23/16/95499857-0-image-m-13_1740328252796.jpg FR en A quarter of the worst-performing funds in the UK are based on 'woke' investment practices. The amount of savers' money held in the 137 funds on the list has shot up by 26% to £67.4bn since the last survey was compiled in August. "A quarter of the worst-performing funds in the UK are based on 'woke' investment practices, according to to the research by BestInvest. This will leave savers who have money in these funds wondering w...[+1788 chars]" 2025-02-26T13:06:39 Update: ESG deregulation drive can save firms €6 billion, EU says Sarah Collins https://www.businesspost.ie/news/esg-deregulation-drive-can-save-firms-e6-billion-eu-says https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=f72c5909-b058-51eb-b9e8-493ab8ad0df6&type=preview&function=original IE en The European Commission tabled legislation to remove 80 per cent of firms from an annual requirement to disclose their climate risks. The EU economy commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said it's a vital part of the EU's plan to make Europe more competitive. "EU Update: ESG deregulation drive can save firms €6 billion, EU says The European Commission tabled legislation designed to remove 80 per cent of firms from an annual requirement to disclose their cli...[+182 chars]" 2025-02-26T13:05:18 Banks Warn of Hidden Credit Risk as EU Curtails ESG Disclosures Frances Schwartzkopff https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/banks-warn-of-hidden-credit-risk-as-eu-curtails-esg-disclosures/ar-AA1zNE2t US en The European Banking Federation is warning that a proposed rollback of the bloc's ESG rules will make it harder for lenders to analyze credit risk. The European Commission is proposing that the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive be scaled back so that 80% of companies will no longer be required to comply. Germany and France led the call for the rollback, citing the threat to European competitiveness. "(Bloomberg) -- The European Banking Federation is warning that the sheer scale of a proposed rollback of the bloc's ESG rules will make it harder for lenders to analyze credit risk. Banks in Europe ha...[+4984 chars]" 2025-02-26T13:03:54 New SEC guidance hits the Big 2, BlackRock and Vanguard Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/new-sec-guidance-hits-big-2-blackrock-vanguard-ross-kerber-2025-02-26 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/X37LTLKHAZMVVCVKEXOIJN3MAY.jpg?auth=be9e0cdbc774a345dfbe2f2a1a6cfb27b322f4aee0649b0ca8b62d23bc432ed9&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en New restrictions on U.S. asset managers' stewardship will fall mainly on industry leaders BlackRock and Vanguard. The two firms together manage nearly $22 trillion and their size has brought criticism across the political spectrum. The SEC tightened guidance on reporting holdings for fund managers who pressure management on environmental, social or governance (ESG) issues. Feb 26 (Reuters) - The opinions expressed here are those of the author, a columnist for Reuters. This column is part of the weekly Reuters Sustainable Finance newsletter, which you can sign up for her...[+3092 chars] 2025-02-26T13:03:08 BP to almost double oil and gas production by 2030 in move away from green goals https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/bp-to-almost-double-oil-and-gas-production-by-2030-in-move-away-from-green-goals/ar-AA1zOSVl US en BP is almost doubling its target for oil and gas production by the end of the decade and slashing its spending on low-carbon energy as part of a fundamental reset of the troubled company away from previous green goals. The company has lost almost a quarter of its market value in the past two years. The activist hedge fund Elliott Management has amassed a stake in the oil company worth almost £3.8bn. BP is almost doubling its target for oil and gas production by the end of the decade and slashing its spending on low-carbon energy as part of a fundamental reset of the troubled company away from pre...[+3025 chars] 2025-02-26T13:00:03 Asset owners call on Canadian banks to stick with climate goals The Canadian Press https://www.stcatharinesstandard.ca/business/asset-owners-call-on-canadian-banks-to-stick-with-climate-goals/article_7afd756d-1dab-5e15-a87e-6b00bba6b711.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/stcatharinesstandard.ca/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/8/5c/85ceae50-09f0-517e-8485-1470f6b969dc/67bf13e19b5fd.image.jpg?crop=1620%2C851%2C0%2C114&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize CA en 34 Canadian asset owners representing about $53 billion in holdings are disappointed that Canada's financial institutions have left net-zero emissions initiatives and are calling for them to follow through on climate commitments. The signatories include the Trottier Family Foundation, the Canada Post Pension Plan, the United Church of Canada and the University of Victoria. TORONTO - Canadian asset owners representing about $53 billion in holdings say they're disappointed that Canada's financial institutions have left net-zero emissions initiatives and are calling for th...[+207 chars] 2025-02-26T12:57:48 Transition to renewables taking longer than thought, senior BP figure tells MPs Craig Meighan https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/transition-to-renewables-taking-longer-than-thought-senior-bp-figure-tells-mps-b1213408.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/02/26/13/918a855ee07a8a26b951b831a1596959Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzQwNjU4MzIx-2.77574271.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en "She thinks anything that can be done to reduce customer bills should be sought after, but it's hard to comment without understanding the aims of the company.   . ""It would be difficult to comment"" without seeing and understanding what the organisation's aims are. " She said: 'It's hard to comment without seeing and understanding what the ambition and aims are for the entity but I would say that I think anything that can be done to reduce customer bills should be...[+14 chars] 2025-02-26T12:40:22 Elon Musk's DOGE adventure leads to knotty accounting question for Tesla Jonathan Weil https://www.livemint.com/news/world/elon-musk-s-doge-adventure-leads-to-knotty-accounting-question-for-tesla/amp-11740573376942.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/26/1600x900/USA-CONGRESS-CHINA-0_1740573420364_1740573441417.JPG IN en Elon Musk is the head of the Department of Government Efficiency. He is also the CEO of Tesla, the electric-vehicle maker where he is the largest shareholder and the face of the company. Under U.S. accounting standards, Tesla and the government would be considered related parties for the purposes of generally accepted accounting principles. How much influence does Elon Musk have over the U.S. government? Enough that Tesla will need to make a judgment call on a disclosure issue that once would have been unthinkable for an American private...[+5423 chars] 2025-02-26T12:40:00 Apple shareholders emphatically reject anti-DEI proposal Lamar Johnson https://finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-shareholders-emphatically-reject-anti-124000346.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/ogmzo9jnYzte4qxcfZNhLg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/esg_dive_474/eacf4639104f4c4bca1c99beb64ce91f US en Apple shareholders voted down a shareholder proposal looking to slash the tech giant's diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at its annual meeting Tuesday. Over 97% of shareholders voted against the proposal asking Apple to 'cease DEI efforts'. The proposal was submitted by conservative think tank the National Center for Public Policy Research. NCPPR also submitted a similar proposal to the board of Costco. This proposal was shot down by 98% of the big box store's shareholders at its board meeting last month. "This story was originally published on ESG Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily ESG Dive newsletter. Apple shareholders emphatically voted down a shareholder proposal ...[+3747 chars]" 2025-02-26T12:38:19 Europe plans to ease sustainability reporting rules https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1166916/world/europe/europe-plans-to-ease-sustainability-reporting-rules https://www.omanobserver.om/omanobserver/uploads/images/2025/02/26/thumbs/600x600/2941511.jpg OM en The European Commission plans to loosen its rules on corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency. The plans are part of a wider package of reforms aimed at helping make Europe's companies more competitive. The European Commission aims to reduce reporting burdens by 25 per cent in an initial wave of measures in the first half of 2025. BRUSSELS: The European Commission plans to loosen its rules on corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency, it said on Wednesday, in a bid to make Europe more competitive with the...[+1026 chars] 2025-02-26T12:29:37 How UAE banks are integrating ESG criteria into their operations Dr Nilay Ranjan Singh https://www.theweek.in/news/middle-east/2025/02/26/how-uae-banks-are-integrating-esg-criteria-into-their-operations.html https://www.theweek.in/content/dam/week/week/news/middle-east/images/2025/2/2/Dubai.jpg IN en UAE took a significant step by ratifying the Paris Agreement in 2016. The UAE Sustainable Finance Working Group was established in 2019 to drive the country's economic transition towards sustainability and promote the adoption of green finance practices. The year 2023 saw UAE emerge as a leader in green finance in the Middle East, accounting for approximately 45% of the region's total green bond issuances and sales reaching $10.7 billion. ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) is more than just a buzzword; it's a critical framework that will drive actionable strategies in both policy and the corporate world, particularly, finance. T...[+5460 chars] 2025-02-26T12:22:28 Banks Warn of Hidden Credit Risk in EU's Sudden ESG Retreat list.metadata.agency https://www.livemint.com/economy/banks-warn-of-hidden-credit-risk-in-eu-s-sudden-esg-retreat-11740572549123.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/12/1600x900/economy5_1733996295026_1733996306137.jpg IN en The European Banking Federation is warning that a proposed rollback of the bloc's ESG rules will make it harder for lenders to analyze credit risk. The European Commission is set to unveil its long-awaited omnibus proposal on Wednesday. Germany and France, the EU's two biggest economies, led the call for the rollback. (Bloomberg) -- The European Banking Federation is warning that the sheer scale of a proposed rollback of the bloc's ESG rules will make it harder for lenders to analyze credit risk. Banks in Europe ha...[+4877 chars] 2025-02-26T12:21:03 EU proposes cutting back sustainability laws for companies Reuters https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/eu-proposes-cutting-back-sustainability-laws-companies-2025-02-26 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/M4NFMHWPBZMGVPSLDJ2XH5FKZE.jpg?auth=78f61af387875719b381ad5b8d60c164002975cfdcee55afa37ea2cb2842d573&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The European Commission proposed changes to EU green rules on Wednesday. Under the proposals, only companies with over 1,000 employees would be obliged to report on their environmental and human rights impact. The change would exempt 40,000 companies. The proposals need to be negotiated and approved by the European Parliament and EU member states. BRUSSELS, Feb 26 (Reuters) - The European Commission on Wednesday proposed sweeping changes to EU green rules, scrapping sustainability reporting requirements for thousands of companies and delaying i...[+467 chars] 2025-02-26T12:15:18 EU Green Rules Overhaul: Major Shift in Sustainability Reporting Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3278453-eu-green-rules-overhaul-major-shift-in-sustainability-reporting https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_05_2024_07_53_02_0532428.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission proposes to abolish sustainability reports for tens of thousands of firms. Only businesses with over 1,000 employees will be required to disclose their environmental and human rights impact. The proposal is subject to negotiations and must be ratified by the European Parliament and EU member states before implementation. The European Commission has announced plans for a substantial revision of EU green regulations, intending to abolish sustainability reports for tens of thousands of firms. The proposal suggests that o...[+483 chars] 2025-02-26T12:13:13 Brussels confirms dramatic U-turn on corporate green rules https://www.politico.eu/article/most-eu-firms-exempted-from-green-reporting-under-proposed-omnibus-bill https://www.politico.eu/wp-content/themes/politico/assets/images/politico-billboard.png BE en The implementation of the CSRD will be delayed by two years and only companies with more than 1,000 employees and turnover of at least €50 million will have to report. The number of businesses affected by the law will be cut from 50,000 to around 10,000. The bill proposes reducing by half the number of data points companies must collect and dropping sector-specific reporting standards due in 2026. Under the proposed changes, implementation of the CSRD will be delayed by two years and only companies with more than 1,000 employees and either at least €50 million in turnover or a balance sheet of ...[+1159 chars] 2025-02-26T12:09:11 Passage Bio to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences Passage Bio https://www.enidnews.com/region/passage-bio-to-participate-in-upcoming-investor-conferences/article_c942b1e6-e4e9-5e8a-9414-4f22b5966a86.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Passage Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: PASG) is a clinical stage genetic medicines company focused on improving the lives of patients with neurodegenerative diseases. Management will participate in the following upcoming investor conferences: TD Cowen 45th Annual Health Care Conference. PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Passage Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: PASG), a clinical stage genetic medicines company focused on improving the lives of patients with neurodegenerative diseases,...[+2580 chars] 2025-02-26T12:04:51 REMINDER: Stella-Jones Will Hold a Conference Call to Discuss Its Fourth Quarter Results SUNshine Girl Mandie https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/reminder-stella-jones-will-hold-a-conference-call-to-discuss-its-fourth-quarter-results-2 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM4NDY0NCM2Nzc4NDk5IzIwOTM5MDg= CA en Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ) is holding a conference call on February 26, 2025. The press release will be published before market opens the day of the conference call. If you are unable to attend, you can access a web recording of the meeting at the following link: https://meetings.lumiconnect.com/400-781-821-877. This recording will be available on Thursday, February 27, 2025 as of 1:00 PM EST until 11:59 PM EST on March 6. 2025. "Article content MONTREAL, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ). THE PRESS RELEASE WILL BE PUBLISHED BEFORE MARKET OPENS THE DAY OF THE CONFERENCE CALL THROUGH GLOBE NEWSWIRE. Pl...[+353 chars]" 2025-02-26T12:03:17 REMINDER: Stella-Jones Will Hold a Conference Call to Discuss Its Fourth Quarter Results Stella-Jones Inc. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/reminder-stella-jones-will-hold-a-conference-call-to-discuss-its-fourth-quarter-results/article_585ac85b-452a-5cc4-a53e-07a7fedff3bc.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ) will hold a conference call on February 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time. Live webcast is available at: http://www.lumiconnect.com/400-781-821-877. "MONTREAL, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ). OPEN TO: Investors, analysts and all interested parties DATE: Thursday, February 27, 2025 TIME: 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time L...[+82 chars]" 2025-02-26T12:00:00 Gen Z's ‘Quiet Quitting' Is A Response To Poor Leadership, Research Finds Jeroslyn Jo Vonn https://www.blackenterprise.com/gen-z-quiet-quitting-poor-leadership https://blackenterprise-prod.b-cdn.net/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2023/07/GettyImages-1498923999-scaled-1.jpg US en Gen Z workers are disengaging from outdated leadership models. Jeff LeBlanc presents the Engaged Empathy Leadership Model (EELM) as a solution. EELM aims to retain and engage Gen Z talent by emphasizing three key elements: kindness, fairness, and structure. "by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 26, 2025 Gen Z workers aren't 'quiet quitting,' they're disengaging from outdated leadership models. New research reveals that Gen Z workers are 'quiet quitting' due to ine...[+2190 chars]" 2025-02-26T11:46:20 European Commission pushes EU's 2040 climate target law into spring Politico Europe Staff https://www.eenews.net/articles/european-commission-pushes-eus-2040-climate-target-law-into-spring https://www.eenews.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/eenewslogo-sqaure.jpg US en The European Commission will not unveil its proposal to enshrine into law the EU's new 2040 climate target Wednesday. It will be presented as part of tomorrow's Clean Industrial Deal package. The amendment will formalize last year's Commission recommendation to cut emissions by 90 percent by 2040. "BRUSSELS — The European Commission will not unveil its long-awaited proposal to enshrine into law the European Union's new 2040 climate target Wednesday, a spokesperson told POLITICO on Tuesday. A sen...[+630 chars]" 2025-02-26T11:38:36 Apple votes to keep DEI policy in place after Meta, Google end it Vaishnavi Mishra https://inshorts.com/data/news/apple-votes-to-keep-dei-policy-in-place-after-meta--google-end-it-1740569916626 https://static.inshorts.com/inshorts/images/v1/variants/jpg/m/2025/02_feb/26_wed/img_1740561535340_680.jpg? GB en Apple votes to keep DEI policy in place after Meta, Google end it short. CEO Tim Cook warned that the legal landscape around diversity issues may force Apple to make changes to the programmes. DEI efforts were incorporated or beefed up by companies starting in 2020 amid the Black Lives Matter movement. "Apple votes to keep DEI policy in place after Meta, Google end it short by Vaishnavi Mishra / 11:38 am on Wednesday, 26 February, 2025 Apple shareholders have voted to keep the tech giant's diversity,...[+310 chars]" 2025-02-26T11:21:20 Vedanta Sets a New Benchmark in Sustainability with the Launch of VEDAS in Partnership with AXA Climate Naman Bansal https://newspatrolling.com/vedanta-sets-a-new-benchmark-in-sustainability-with-the-launch-of-vedas-in-partnership-with-axa-climate https://www.newspatrolling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/favicon-newspatrolling.png IN en VEDAS (Vedanta Academy for Sustainability) has been launched by Vedanta and AXA Climate. VEDAS is an industry-first effort to build a sustainability-first workforce. Vedanta's sustainability roadmap is one of the most ambitious in the industry, with a focus on driving the environment, communities, and workplace. "A Transformative Initiative to Upskill 100,000+ Employees and Drive Vedanta's Net Zero Aspiration Bengaluru, February 26, 2025 – Taking a bold step towards redefining corporate sustainability, Vedanta...[+4954 chars]" 2025-02-26T11:17:31 We Think That There Are More Issues For Firan Technology Group (TSE:FTG) Than Just Sluggish Earnings Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/think-more-issues-firan-technology-111731637.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/652d766724cd85c58695a2099131a0ff US en Firan Technology Group Corporation's (TSE:FTG) latest earnings release disappointed investors. The company increased the number of shares on issue by 5.4% over the last year. Net income was down 6.9%, but the earnings per share declined 6.8%. Dilution is having a noteworthy influence on shareholder returns. Firan Technology's profit has grown by 4,125% in the last three years. Investors were disappointed by Firan Technology Group Corporation's (TSE:FTG ) latest earnings release. We did some further digging and think they have a few more reasons to be concerned beyond the st...[+3582 chars] 2025-02-26T10:50:56 Nuveen ESG U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:NUBD) Shares Sold by Private Advisor Group LLC Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/26/nuveen-esg-u-s-aggregate-bond-etf-nysearcanubd-shares-sold-by-private-advisor-group-llc.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/generic-stocks7.jpg&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Private Advisor Group LLC lessened its holdings in shares of Nuveen ESG U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF by 20.6% in the fourth quarter. The institutional investor owned 87,043 shares of the company's stock after selling 22,524 shares during the quarter. Global Retirement Partners LLC bought a new stake in the company during the 4th quarter worth $94,000. D.A. Davidson & CO. boosted its position in the firm by 2.1%. Allworth Financial LP raised its position by 21.1% and now owns 39,151 shares. Private Advisor Group LLC lessened its holdings in shares of Nuveen ESG U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:NUBD ) by 20.6% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with...[+2288 chars] 2025-02-26T10:48:00 Takaful Malaysia delivers resilient financial performance in 2024 https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/02/26/takaful-malaysia-delivers-resilient-financial-performance-in-2024 https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/26/3186928.jpg MY en Takaful Malaysia Keluarga Bhd delivered a resilient financial performance for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024. The group reported a profit after zakat and tax (PAZT) of RM378.1 million for the year under review. Takaful's takaful revenue rose 22% to RM3.58 billion from RM2.94 billion in the previous year. "SYARIKAT Takaful Malaysia Keluarga Bhd (Takaful Malaysia) delivered a resilient financial performance for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024. The group reported a profit after zakat and tax (PAZT) ...[+3266 chars]" 2025-02-26T10:40:34 Transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/26/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/transactions-by-persons-discharging-managerial-responsibilities/2062819 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/26/550656.jpg PH en KirkBI Invest A/S has sold 9,283,412 shares in ISS and now holds 7,548,830 shares in the company, corresponding to 4.07% of the total share capital and voting rights in ISS. ISS has more than 325,000 employees around the globe. In 2024, the Group revenue was DKK 83.7 billion. "Company Announcement Copenhagen, 26 February 2025 No. 16/2025 Transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities ISS A/S, a leading workplace experience and facility management company, a...[+1541 chars]" 2025-02-26T09:20:12 BlackRock (BLK) Scales Down Its DEI Efforts after Political Pushback Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/blackrock-blk-scales-down-its-dei-efforts-after-political-pushback-1034410065 https://blog.tipranks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/blk.jpg?utm_source=markets.businessinsider.com&utm_medium=referral US en BlackRock (BLK) is easing its diversity and ESG targets. The company is also softening its push for diverse corporate boards. President Trump has described DEI programs as being 'illegal and immoral'. Wall Street has a Strong Buy rating on the stock, based on 13 Buys, two Holds and zero Sells. Asset manager BlackRock (BLK), once a strong supporter of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is now pulling back. The company quietly removed mentions of its DEI goals from its annual report filed ...[+2209 chars] 2025-02-26T09:13:51 BP expected to roll back green energy pledges to boost profit Alex Daniel https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/bp-expected-to-roll-back-green-energy-pledges-to-boost-profit/ar-AA1zOAFf US en BP is to announce its new strategy at a meeting in London this afternoon. It is under pressure from some shareholders over falling profits and a share price that has lagged behind rivals including Shell. In 2020, BP won the praise of environmental groups after launching some of the most ambitious green targets among the fossil fuel giants. New chief executive, Canadian Murray Auchincloss, said earlier in February that he would carry out a 'fundamental reset' of BP's strategy. "BP is expected to scrap many of its environmental promises, slash spending on renewable energy and refocus on fossil fuel production at a landmark strategy summit on Wednesday. The oil and gas giant i...[+3619 chars]" 2025-02-26T09:05:19 Irish Data centres to be required to make their ‘carbon' emissions public Principia Scientific https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/irish_data_centres_to_be_required_to_make_their_8216carbon_8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/29v8Da8mhF4/0.jpg US en They will be required to make public what they decide to do it. - but they won't make any public information. They won't have to make any information public at all. They don't have any information to make it public, however. While they will be required to make public 2025-02-26T08:51:14 HSEQ Manager to Glamox https://e24.no/ledige-stillinger/s/DgmPsx https://static.e24.no/v3/stilling/finn-import/0ed2257b-08a1-4a0d-8c8e-bbf9fb415c4e.jpeg NO en Glamox Production Molde is looking for a HSEQ Manager to play a key role in upholding and enhancing the company's commitment to quality and safety. The manager will be instrumental in securing and continuously improving the high standards that Glamox is known for. He will be responsible for risk management, compliance, and continuous improvement. "Stillingstittel HSEQ Manager Arbeidsgiver Glamox AS Type Fast Lokasjon Molde Bransje Maritim og offshore, Industri og produksjon, Elektronikk Stillingsfunksjon Kvalitetssikring, HMS, Rådgivning Adress...[+4082 chars]" 2025-02-26T08:11:12 Đắk Lắk mở lễ hội cà phê, du khách sẽ được uống cà phê miễn phí Công Nam https://danviet.vn/le-hoi-ca-phe-buon-ma-thuot-se-co-nhung-hoat-dong-hap-dan-nao-20250226133911221.htm https://danviet.mediacdn.vn/zoom/600_315/296231569849192448/2025/2/26/le-hoi-ca-phe-buon-ma-thuot-se-co-nhung-hoat-dong-hap-dan-nao-dak-lak-ca-phe-1-1740551787402455342728-99-0-1439-2560-crop-17405522393481295271423.jpg VN en Mondi Action Plan 2030 (MAP2030) is their sustainability framework that sets out the actions they need to take to meet their ambitious sustainability goals by 2030. Since its launch in 2021, Mondi has made great progress in embedding MAP2030 across the organisation in the way they make decisions. "Mondi Action Plan 2030 (MAP2030) is our sustainability framework that sets out the actions we need to take to meet our ambitious sustainability goals by 2030. Our sustainability commitments, targets a...[+1683 chars]" 2025-02-26T08:07:20 Epson Announces Changes in Leadership Al Bawaba https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Epson_Announces_Changes_in_Leadership https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/[] US en Seiko Epson Corporation's board of directors has approved a change of representative director and the appointment of a new representative director. The company's stock is trading on the Tokyo Stock Exchange at TSE 6724 (TSE: 6724, TSE: 6722). Seiko Epson Corporation (TSE: 6724, \u0022Epson\u0022) today announced that a meeting of its board of directors has approved a change of representative director and the appointment of a new 2025-02-26T08:00:06 Do Trump and co want a world reclaimed by straight white men? It's not certain they'll get it Andy Beckett https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/feb/26/donald-trump-straight-white-men-diversity-kemi-badenoch-business-multiculturalism-economy https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/3cc9a2cdfb8cdde4146af0719fc60c08a7ae5276/0_295_4433_2660/master/4433.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctb3BpbmlvbnMucG5n&enable=upscale&s=fab55c8f0ddaa75ef67c4a22af1e0901 GB en Two years ago, the US supreme court banned the use of affirmative action in university admissions. Ford, BT and Goldman Sachs are reducing their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Reform UK promises to'scrap DEI rules that have lowered standards and reduced economic productivity'. In politics, commerce and education, a counterrevolution seems to be under way. For people who believe that the world should be run by straight white men, these are heady times. Probably the most powerful social conservative on the planet occupies the White House again, and seems...[+7003 chars] 2025-02-26T07:57:01 ASIC raises alarm over rapid growth of private markets https://www.abc.net.au/news/programs/the-business/2025-02-26/asic-raises-alarm-over-rapid-growth-of-private/104986974 https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/7fcbe711854ec817e1cd5e282782eb1f?impolicy=wcms_watermark_news&cropH=576&cropW=1024&xPos=0&yPos=0&width=862&height=485&imformat=generic AU en ASIC is concerned about the growing investment in private markets over public markets. It wants to make sure there's enough transparency in the private markets to protect investors. Joe Longo is the chair of the corporate regulator. He says he is not trying to bring in more regulation. The corporate regulator ASIC says it's concerned about the growing investment in private markets over public markets. ASIC Chair Joe Longo says he is not trying to bring in more regulation but to ensu...[+71 chars] 2025-02-26T07:40:00 Budget 2025 debate: Dennis Tan makes a clarification CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/budget-2025-debate-dennis-tan-makes-clarification-4961201 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--NsXP_So2--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/26/1740558440-image.jpg?itok=257mXG5y SG en In Parliament on Wednesday (Feb 26), MP Dennis Tan clarified a comment on Singapore's commitment to reduce emissions under its nationally determined contribution (NDC) by 2035. He was talking about Singapore's NDC commitment to reducing emissions under the NDC. In Parliament on Wednesday (Feb 26), MP Dennis Tan clarified a comment in his earlier speech on Singapore's commitment to reducing emissions under its nationally determined contribution (NDC) by 2035. 2025-02-26T07:29:40 Premier claims credit for higher jail rate Luke Costin https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8903334/premier-claims-credit-for-higher-jail-rate https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/49f0312d-b701-4864-840a-8764b7d4cd9b.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en """The Greens don't like the statistics, but it's important that the public know that we are prepared to make changes when we see problems in our community.""   . ""It's important for the public to know that the Greens are prepared for the changes"" " """Now, the Greens don't like those statistics, but it's important that the public know that we are prepared to make changes when we see problems in our community.""" 2025-02-26T07:20:36 Absolute values of GHG emissions, energy usage decline for top 10 retail-NBFCs Vikas Kumar https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/absolute-values-of-ghg-emissions-energy-usage-decline-for-top-10-retail-nbfcs/118574329 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118574329,imgsize-66738,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/renewable/absolute-values-of-ghg-emissions-energy-usage-decline-for-top-10-retail-nbfcs.jpg IN en The top 10 retail-NBFCs have made progress by market capitalisation across key environmental indicators like green house gas (GHG) emissions and energy usage. Half of the sample set entities has achieved 100% waste recycling. Eight out of ten NBFCs considered in the analysis are showcasing their alignment with UN SDGs. "The top 10 retail-NBFCs have made favourable progress by market capitalisation across key environmental indicators like green house gas (GHG) emissions and energy usage , a recent report by ICRA highl...[+2504 chars]" 2025-02-26T07:15:23 Latest draft King Code on corporate governance open for public comment Terri Ann Brouwers https://www.citizen.co.za/business/latest-draft-king-code-on-corporate-governance-open-for-public-comment https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/King-V-comment.jpg ZA en The latest draft of the King Code on corporate governance is now open for public comment. Public comments will be accepted until 4 April 2025. The revised version has reduced the number of principles from 17 to 12, adopted clearer language and streamlined content to improve usability. The use of graphics and design elements has been minimised to better align with regulatory drafting conventions. "Public consultation open until early April 2025. King V considers both local and global developments since King IV was launched in 2016 and incorporates critical shifts such as the recent amendments t...[+2874 chars]" 2025-02-26T07:14:15 SGX poised to benefit from government's $5 billion equity market revitalization plan Gemma Iso https://theindependent.sg/sgx-poised-to-benefit-from-governments-5-billion-equity-market-revitalization-plan https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Depositphotos_620589162_L-2-e1726568884229.jpg SG en The Singapore Exchange (SGX) is set to benefit from the government's newly announced policies aimed at boosting the local equities market. The measures include the $5 billion Equity Market Development Programme (EQDP). Other sectors expected to benefit include banks, broking houses and investment banking and advisory firms. SINGAPORE: The Singapore Exchange (SGX) is set to be a key beneficiary of the Singapore government's newly announced policies aimed at boosting the local equities market. The measures, which include t...[+2488 chars] 2025-02-26T07:01:52 SIG Group AG (SCBGF) (Q4 2024) Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Carton Revenue Growth and ... Guru Focus News https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/sig-group-ag-scbgf-q4-070152390.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/97b516c1ceae17d4d295ba8193449ff9 US en SIG Group AG reported a 6% growth in carton revenue for 2024. 75 aseptic carton filling machines were placed in 2024. The company is facing legal action from Clean Holding regarding contingent consideration related to the acquisition of Scholle IPN. "Revenue Growth: Approximately 4% for the year, 3.9% at constant currency and constant resin, and 4.3% at constant currency. Carton Revenue Growth: 6% for the year. Bag-in-Box and Spouted Pouch Revenue...[+4984 chars]" 2025-02-26T07:00:00 Elis receives an A rating at the CDP climate questionnaire Elis https://finance.yahoo.com/news/elis-receives-rating-cdp-climate-070000812.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/801cb69ae6ad17e21bee2581a3dc16d3 US en Elis receives an 'A' rating at the CDP climate questionnaire. Elis committed to an ambitious climate strategy aligned with the Paris Agreement and validated by the Science Based Targets initiative in 2023. Xavier Martiré, Chairman of the Management Board of Elis, said that the recognition highlights the benefits of the circular economy business model. "Elis receives an 'A' rating at the CDP climate questionnaire Saint-Cloud, 26 February 2025 – Elis, the global leader in circular services at work, today announces the obtainment of an 'A' rating in th...[+2421 chars]" 2025-02-26T06:57:58 What would reaching net zero mean for life in 2040s Britain? The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/What_would_reaching_net_zero_mean_for_life_in_2040s_Britain https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-u2VOCJnFq0/0.jpg US en UK urged to act now on net zero emissions by 2050. Government's climate advisers advise against two kebabs' worth of meat a week and to cut back on food and travel. i.e. to cut down on food, travel and work. Official advice on meeting our emissions targets by 2050 covers all aspects of society, including food, travel and workUK urged to act now on net zero – and skip two kebabs' worth of meat a weekThe go...[+32 chars] 2025-02-26T06:55:00 Financial Results - December Q3 2024 (United Breweries Limited) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Financial_Results_December_Q3_2024_United_Breweries_Limited https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/[] US en BSE is sending a newspaper advertisement to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited on February 15, 2025. It is in terms of Regulation 47 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India. The scrip code is 532478. The symbol is UBL. )February 15, 2025To,BSE LimitedNational Stock Exchange of India LimitedScrip Code: 532478Symbol: UBLDear SirsSubject: Newspaper AdvertisementsIn terms of Regulation 47 of the Securities and Exchange ...[+39 chars] 2025-02-26T06:37:00 Social investment plan by Hellas Gold Newsroom https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1262634/social-investment-plan-by-hellas-gold https://www.ekathimerini.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/hellas-goldjpg.jpg?v=1611924126 GR en Hellas Gold, the Greek subsidiary of Canada's Eldorado Gold, made public its social responsibility investment program last year. It included 130 projects and actions of a social nature with a total value of 2.47 million euros. Hellas Gold's emblematic social investment program of €80 million extends over a period of 25 years. Hellas Gold, the Greek subsidiary of Canada's Eldorado Gold, on Tuesday made public an account of its social responsibility investment program last year, saying it included 130 projects and actions of...[+911 chars] 2025-02-26T06:29:00 One-third of NSE 500 stocks now cheaper than pre-covid valuation Rajesh Mascarenhas https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/one-third-of-nse-500-stocks-now-cheaper-than-pre-covid-valuation/articleshow/118570118.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118570196,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-283492,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, HUL, Bajaj Finance, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Maruti Suzuki, Axis Bank, ASEAN Supermarts, Avenue Supermars, Coal India and Asian Paints are 10-60% below their pre-Covid valuations. India's market valuation has been contracting over the past three quarters due to stagnant earnings. "Mumbai: About a third of NSE 500 stocks are cheaper than their pre-Covid valuations, as measured by price-to-earnings (PE) and price-to-book (P/B) ratios. Following the sharp market correction since O...[+5981 chars]" 2025-02-26T06:11:04 The Adecco Group: Q4 & FULL YEAR 2024 RESULTS Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/26/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/the-adecco-group-q4-full-year-2024-results/2062685 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/26/550403.jpg PH en ADHOC announces pursuant to Art. 53 Listing Rules of SIX Swiss Exchange. Q4 Highlights will be webcasted on February 26, 2025. Investors and analysts will be able to listen to the webcast afterwards. For more information, please contact media contacts. "AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT pursuant to Art. 53 Listing Rules of SIX Swiss Exchange ZURICH , Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Q4 HIGHLIGHTS Full Press Release Webcast Details | Investors & Analysts Media contact...[+2 chars]" 2025-02-26T05:39:34 Billionaire Richard White has cast corporate governance back to the dark ages Elizabeth Knight https://www.watoday.com.au/business/companies/billionaire-richard-white-has-cast-corporate-governance-back-to-the-dark-ages-20250226-p5lfag.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.5298%2C$multiply_0.7554%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_1/t_crop_custom/q_86%2Cf_auto/t_watoday_opinion_no_age_social_wm/e17ba553c647e65f321afab90cea830e71e46407 AU en Richard White is the executive chairman of WiseTech. He has been accused of several personal indiscretions. The ASX has asked WiseTech about the timing of disclosure around White's role and the status of signing an agreement to become its consultant. WiseTech doesn't have the mandatory three independent directors on its audit and risk committee, but White says it will be resolved in four weeks. "And given White – as executive chairman – gets a pivotal say in appointing new board directors, it is difficult to see how he would want to hire anyone who wasn't an acolyte, or at least a supporter. ...[+2971 chars]" 2025-02-26T05:28:30 EU to roll back environmental regulations in bid to compete with US and China https://www.firstpost.com/world/eu-to-roll-back-environmental-regulations-in-bid-to-compete-with-us-and-china-13866757.html https://images.firstpost.com/uploads/2024/08/Oxford-scientists-develop-new-new-material-that-can-turn-regular-objects-into-solar-panels-2024-08-5387c2aaaa2cce483a8b4d5984c02a35-1200x675.jpg?im=FitAndFill=(1200,675) IN en The European Union's focus has shifted to competitivity amid fears about slowing economic development. The EU is poised to roll back a series of environmental standards on Wednesday as part of its deregulation drive to stay up with the United States and China. New environmental and human rights supply chain norms were enacted with fanfare only a few months ago. France and Germany are urging Brussels to make it easier to do business and bring down energy costs. The European Union's focus has shifted to competitivity amid fears about slowing economic development, a notable departure from EU leader Ursula von der Leyen's first term, which concentrated on comba...[+4405 chars] 2025-02-26T05:13:54 Cebu Pacific holds talk on sustainable aviation for Singapore Management University Marga Manlapig https://www.traveldailymedia.com/cebu-pacific-holds-talk-on-sustainable-aviation-for-singapore-management-university https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-live-traveldailymedia/2025/02/36977300-aviation-talk-photo.jpg US en Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific recently hosted SMU faculty and officials for an exclusive visit to its Aplus hangar in Manila. SMU recognized the airline's efforts to reduce carbon emissions and promote responsible business practices. CEB's leadership has earned international recognition, securing its highest environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings. Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific recently welcomed faculty and officials from Singapore Management University (SMU) and members of its International Advisory Council (IAC) for an exclusive vis...[+3284 chars] 2025-02-26T05:11:05 JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon is sorry for cursing. But return-to-office is still on https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/26/jpmorgan-ceo-jamie-dimon-is-sorry-for-cursing-but-return-to-office-is-still-on https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JPMorgan-CEO-Jamie-Dimon-is-sorry-for-cursing-But-return-to-office.jpg US en JPMorgan Chase's new hybrid work policy has been criticized by employees. 1,200 people signed a petition to reinstate it, but CEO Dimon is not going to change the policy and is instead going back to the office. He said people who don't want to work five days a week can get a job elsewhere. "JPMorgan Chase ( Dimon At the time, the CEO said, 'Don't give me the s— that 'work from home Friday' works.' His language soured again when addressing an employee petition to reinstate hybrid work, sa...[+1349 chars]" 2025-02-26T05:06:04 EduFocal prepares for rights issue, developing student testing software https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/business/20250226/edufocal-prepares-rights-issue-developing-student-testing-software https://jamaica-gleaner.com/sites/all/modules/features/jg_article/images/gleanerlogo300x300.png JM en EduFocal Limited is preparing for a rights issue to raise equity capital to fund upgrades to the learning platform and reduce its debt. Some of the proceeds of the issue will go to Quizzative, a programme developed by EduFocal for administering tests to students online. Chairman Peter Levy expects the company to prosper starting this year. "EduFocal Limited is preparing for a rights issue later this year to raise equity capital that will fund the upgrades to the learning platform. The edutech company is also aiming to reduce its debt. Th...[+2792 chars]" 2025-02-26T05:02:20 EU firms give cautious welcome to ESG deregulation amid fears of weakened standards Sarah Collins https://www.businesspost.ie/news-focus/eu-firms-give-cautious-welcome-to-esg-deregulation-amid-fears-of-weakened-standards https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=e6ccf88f-c09b-53ce-b7de-76afe94dad81&type=preview&function=original IE en EU firms are cautiously welcoming an impending overhaul of the bloc's climate rules. Some fear it will sow confusion for companies and leave investors with less reliable data. . i in the EU. in this regard, some fear it might sow confusion and leave them with less unreliable data. "EU EU firms are cautiously welcoming an impending overhaul of the bloc's climate rules. But some fear it will sow confusion for companies and leave investors with less reliable data." 2025-02-26T05:00:00 Europe's Banks Warn of Hidden Credit Risk in Sudden ESG Retreat Frances Schwartzkopff https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/europe-s-banks-warn-of-hidden-credit-risk-in-sudden-esg-retreat/ar-AA1zNE2t US en The European Banking Federation warns that a proposed rollback of the bloc's ESG rules will make it harder for lenders to analyze credit risk. Germany and France led the call for the rollback, citing the threat to European competitiveness. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said he's prepared to use 'trade tools' in retaliation if the EU doesn't rein in its ESG framework. "(Bloomberg) -- The European Banking Federation is warning that the sheer scale of a proposed rollback of the bloc's ESG rules will make it harder for lenders to analyze credit risk. Banks in Europe ha...[+4144 chars]" 2025-02-26T04:30:00 Gender balance on the horizon but a lack of women in top jobs Kristy Dorsey https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/24964143.gender-balance-horizon-lack-women-top-jobs https://www.heraldscotland.com/resources/images/19116879.jpg?type=og-image GB en The number of female chief executives in the FTSE 350 fell from 20 to 19, or 0.5% of the total. However, the number of women in decision-making leadership positions fell to 35.3%. Marks & Spencer, Next, and Burberry have the highest proportion of female leaders. But when it came to those in decision-making leadership positions - as opposed to non-executive directors - the proportion of women fell to 35.3%, though this too improved from the previous year when ...[+2287 chars] 2025-02-26T04:00:00 City of Ekurhuleni and Eskom discuss municipal debt Tumi Riba https://www.citizen.co.za/germiston-city-news/news-headlines/local-news/2025/02/26/city-of-ekurhuleni-and-eskom-meet-over-debt-issue https://www.citizen.co.za/germiston-city-news/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2025/02/MunicipallityGenera_02120-780x470-1.jpg ZA en The CoE and Eskom met on February 20 to resolve the outstanding debt of the municipality. The parties agreed on cementing ongoing engagement and dispute resolution efforts to avoid public spats and address matters amicably as and when they arise. The city remains committed to continuing to service its current account with Eskom. "The CoE and Eskom met on February 20 to resolve the outstanding debt of the municipality. The meeting, which was convened by the MMC for Finance and acting Executive Mayor Jongizizwe Dlabathi – who le...[+904 chars]" 2025-02-26T04:00:00 Liquidity crisis impeding Nigeria's power sector growth - Adighije, MD NDPHC John Osadolor https://businessday.ng/interview/article/liquidity-crisis-impeding-nigerias-power-sector-growth-adighije-md-ndphc/&text=Liquidity%20crisis%20impeding%20Nigeria%E2%80%99s%20power%20sector%20growth%20%E2%80%93%20Adighije,%20MD%20NDPHC https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250225_170144_0000.png NG en J ennifer Adighije is the Managing Director of Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). She holds a master's degree in wireless networks and telecommunications from Queen Mary University of London, and a bachelor's in electrical and electronics engineering from the University of Lagos. She was appointed by Mr. President on August 19, 2024, and officially resumed office on August 26, 2024 to lead the NDPHC. Her vision is to build an organisation defined by integrity and efficiency. J ennifer Adighije is the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). She holds a master's degree in wireless networks and telecommunications from Queen Mary University of Lond...[+14933 chars] 2025-02-26T03:56:11 EU to take axe to green rules in bid to keep up with US, China Bp Editor https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/02/26/eu-to-take-axe-to-green-rules-in-bid-to-keep-up-with-us-china https://www.theborneopost.com/newsimages/2025/02/EU-flag.jpg MY en The European Union's focus has pivoted to competitivity amid concerns over sluggish economic growth. The EU is expected to roll back a slew of environmental rules on Wednesday as it charges ahead with a deregulation drive in a bid to keep up with the United States and China. The issue has taken on urgency with US President Donald Trump pushing an America First strategy that risks a trade war with the EU. "People walk in front of the European Union flag at the EU headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. — AFP photo BRUSSELS (Feb 26): The EU is expected to roll back a slew of environmental rules on Wednesday a...[+4255 chars]" 2025-02-26T03:40:39 Tim Cook says Apple's to continue with DEI programme for now, will only change if forced by law https://www.firstpost.com/tech/tim-cook-says-apples-to-continue-with-dei-programme-for-now-will-only-change-if-forced-by-law-13866720.html https://images.firstpost.com/uploads/2025/02/Tim-Cook-says-Apples-to-continue-with-DEI-program-for-now-will-only-change-if-forced-by-law-2025-02-31b650c42db89824eb4dc7fa23949ddf-1200x675.jpg?im=FitAndFill=(1200,675) IN en Apple's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programme was approved by shareholders at its annual meeting on 25 February. A conservative think tank, the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), argued that Apple's DEI initiatives could lead to legal, reputational, and financial risks. Apple pushed back against the proposal, urging shareholders to vote it down. The result was a landslide victory for the DEI programme. Tim Cook addressed concerns about Apple's stance on DEI. He explained that while the company remains committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, legal requirements could force them to make some adj...[+3410 chars] 2025-02-26T03:28:10 Japan adopts bill obliging firms' participation in emissions trading Jiji https://www.japantimes.co.jp/environment/2025/02/26/sustainability/emissions-trading-obligations https://www.japantimes.co.jp/japantimes/uploads/images/2025/02/26/454216.jpg?v=3.1 JP en The government adopted a bill Tuesday to oblige companies that emit at least 100,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide a year to participate in the country's carbon emissions trading system. The obligation is expected to apply to 300 to 400 companies, particularly those in high-emitting industries including steelmaking. The bill also obliges manufacturers to periodically report plans and records of their use of recycled materials. "The government adopted a bill Tuesday to oblige companies that emit at least 100,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide a year to participate in the country's carbon emissions trading system. According to ...[+1244 chars]" 2025-02-26T02:46:11 OGDCL clarifies production bonus claims https://www.brecorder.com/news/40350017/ogdcl-clarifies-production-bonus-claims https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/26074604a8dc938.jpg?r=074611 PK en OGDCL has invested in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and clean water projects. The company has deposited PKR 500 million into a designated social welfare account for District Sanghar. OGDCL is not obligated to pay a production bonus under the Petroleum Concession Agreement. The conversion under the 2012 Policy related to the Bitrism block is currently on hold due to a sub judice matter in the Islamabad High Court. ISLAMABAD: Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has reiterated its strong commitment to community welfare, emphasizing that the company has significantly contributed to local development thro...[+1321 chars] 2025-02-26T02:43:37 Sustainability Paradox: A Business Burden Or A Growth Opportunity? Vasudha Saraogi https://www.businessworld.in/article/sustainability-paradox-a-business-burden-or-a-growth-opportunity-549093 https://static.businessworld.in/1685940244_zaoIRQ_sustainability.jpg IN en Sustainability today is caught in a web of competing narratives, regulatory pressures, and corporate strategies. There is no clear consensus on what sustainability truly means or how businesses should approach it. Sustainability has increasingly become a checklist exercise, with organizations emphasizing carbon offsets over direct decarbonization. In India, the challenge is even more pronounced, with SMEs struggling with compliance. The financial sector should play a pivotal role in driving sustainability. Sustainability today is caught in a web of competing narratives, regulatory pressures, and corporate strategies. Yet, despite its prominence in boardrooms and policy discussions, there remains no clea...[+7293 chars] 2025-02-26T02:43:31 ‘Assault On American Sovereignty': Red State Officials Urge Trump To Probe EU's Corporate Climate Mandates Nick Pope https://dailycaller.com/2025/02/25/red-states-trump-probe-european-union-corporate-climate-esg https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-2198947342-scaled-e1740524994162.jpg US en Twenty-six state financial officials from 21 states wrote to President Donald Trump on Tuesday to ask him to review EU climate rules applying to U.S. companies doing business in Europe. They argue that the EU's climate mandates undermine their ability to protect the finances and investments of their own states. They also want the USTR to investigate the overall European 'Green Deal' Twenty-six financial officials from 21 states wrote to President Donald Trump on Tuesday urging him and his administration to review European Union (EU) climate rules applying to U.S. companies operat...[+4179 chars] 2025-02-26T02:35:39 Under pressure, EU to take axe to green rules Raziye Akkoc https://www.yahoo.com/news/under-pressure-eu-axe-green-023539595.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/afp.com/890877978e2dd2afde0fecc38390d56e US en The EU is expected to roll back a slew of environmental rules on Wednesday as it charges ahead with a deregulation drive to keep up with the United States and China. The European Commission will unveil a package of proposals that leaked draft documents indicate will include watering down green standards and measures to cut energy costs. At stake are new rules on environmental and human rights supply chain standards, adopted with fanfare barely months ago but attacked as too burdensome for businesses. "The EU is expected to roll back a slew of environmental rules on Wednesday as it charges ahead with a deregulation drive in a bid to keep up with the United States and China. The European Union's focu...[+4151 chars]" 2025-02-26T02:30:00 Outrage over plans to ‘gut' EU regulations on how firms affect environment and people Caroline O'Doherty https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/outrage-over-plans-to-gut-eu-regulations-on-how-firms-affect-environment-and-people/a684358885.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/7otYy4uCTZMr285Lojjj1oo3mao=/0x0:5792x3861/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/a644f9d6-d606-4737-bf26-91e95f1bd55e/57992c94-e87e-406a-8ea9-a6177188fc11/4a771bb24e36408fbbf99e5fa5568fee.jpg IE en Businesses complain about the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and Corporate Due Diligence Directive. They want to cut the amount of information they are obliged to report and exempt all but the largest companies from the regulations. Environmental and human rights groups warn that the directives will be 'gutted' at the European Commission talks today. "Their warning comes ahead of talks at the European Commission today aimed at amending laws that only came into effect in recent months. Businesses have complained that the Corporate Sustainability Rep...[+2836 chars]" 2025-02-26T01:39:48 SDG&E reports lower profits in 2024, but company still earned $891M Rob Nikolewski https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/02/25/sdge-reports-lower-profits-in-2024-but-company-still-earned-891m https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SUT-L-SDGE-HEADQUARTERS-0102-01.jpg?w=1024&h=768 US en SDG&E parent company Sempra saw its stock drop nearly 19% Tuesday on lower earnings expectations for the rest of the year. The company has already subscribed to the subscription.   . and in the subscription are available. "SDG&E parent company Sempra saw its stock drop nearly 19% Tuesday on lower earnings expectations for rest of the year. Already subscribed?" 2025-02-26T01:30:26 Financial inclusion: Banks urged to leverage technology Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40350072/financial-inclusion-banks-urged-to-leverage-technology https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/26033508237f57d.jpg?r=033513 PK en Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Jameel Ahmad urged banks to use technology to enhance financial inclusion and develop climate-resilient financing solutions. He spoke at the Pakistan Banking Summit 2025, organised by Pakistan Banks Association (PBA). "KARACHI: The Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday urged banks to leverage technology to enhance financial inclusion and develop climate-resilient financing solutions. He stated that...[+3289 chars]" 2025-02-26T00:45:02 BlackRock, a Diversity Pioneer, Distances Itself From DEI Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/BlackRock_a_Diversity_Pioneer_Distances_Itself_From_DEI https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/[] US en The world's largest asset manager drops diversity, equity and inclusion references from its latest annual report. The company is also dropping references to diversity and equity from its annual report, which was released on Thursday. - for confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 909090 or visit their website. The world's largest asset manager drops diversity, equity and inclusion references from its latest annual report. 2025-02-26T00:38:51 White retakes control of WiseTech, but Trump threat looms Colin Kruger https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/business/companies/white-retakes-control-of-wisetech-but-trump-threat-looms-20250225-p5lf4p.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.378%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/1164ccaf059f67c2cf95d533c9804db2aa3ee367 AU en Richard White has been appointed executive chairman of the $32 billion tech group WiseTech. He will oversee succession planning, product development and growth. WiseTech is in breach of ASX listing rules after its independent directors and chairman quit as of today. The company announced a booming half-year result on Wednesday with total revenue up 17 per cent at $US327 million ($515 million) and net profit rising 38 per cent to $US77.1 million. WiseTech's disgraced founder Richard White has been appointed executive chairman of the $32 billion tech group, which confirmed that it is currently in breach of ASX listing rules after its independen...[+1332 chars] 2025-02-26T00:38:51 White retakes control of WiseTech, but Trump threat looms Colin Kruger https://www.watoday.com.au/business/companies/white-retakes-control-of-wisetech-but-trump-threat-looms-20250225-p5lf4p.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$width_800%2C$height_450/t_crop_auto/q_86%2Cf_auto/t_watoday_no_label_no_age_social_wm/1164ccaf059f67c2cf95d533c9804db2aa3ee367 AU en WiseTech's board resigned over differences with founder Richard White over his continuing role at the group. Mike Gregg rejoins the board today and will oversee the investigation into the allegations against White. The turmoil has weighed on the stock, though the shares were 2.3% higher at $96.71 around noon. '[Earnings forecasts for financial year 2025 are] provided on the basis that market conditions do not materially change … noting that changes in industrial production and/or global trade (both favoura...[+3214 chars] 2025-02-26T00:05:29 Anti-ESG concerns dog Vanguard as it rounds up fund board votes Ross Kerber https://finance.yahoo.com/news/anti-esg-concerns-dog-vanguard-000529983.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/868b3e53e0d8ed3d899e434f2b108b2d US en "A group of Republican U.S. state treasurers will withhold votes for Vanguard fund board nominees on concerns the slate is ""tone-deaf"" on sustainability matters. The officials oversee just a small fraction of Vanguard's total assets of $10.1 trillion and won't change the final outcome of the vote to elect 13 fund trustees including CEO Salim Ramji." "By Ross Kerber (Reuters) - A group of Republican U.S. state treasurers will withhold votes for Vanguard fund board nominees on concerns the slate is ""tone-deaf"" on sustainability matters, presenting a...[+2813 chars]" 2025-02-26T00:02:31 EU set to propose sweeping red tape cuts to boost business competitiveness Kate Abnett https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/eu-set-propose-sweeping-red-tape-cuts-boost-business-competitiveness-2025-02-26 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/5NWAQOBM7JKVLHCN3HC4TBZJ6E.jpg?auth=4797d8f88fb2677e03203cd22e579c7dc31666a187dfa617f2747a647b59b63a&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The European Commission is due on Wednesday to unveil plans to loosen rules on corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency. Businesses in Europe say the rules impede their ability to compete with China and the U.S. President Donald Trump has been rolling back regulation to spur growth in the United States. European Commission aims to reduce reporting burdens by 25% in an initial wave of measures in the first half of 2025. It says this would mean savings of $42.06 billion for European companies. BRUSSELS, Feb 26 (Reuters) - The European Commission plans to loosen its rules on corporate sustainability reporting and supply chain transparency, it said on Wednesday, in a bid to make Europe more c...[+4132 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:34 Green economy reacts to Seventh Carbon Budget Richard P. Allan https://www.businessgreen.com/news-analysis/4409841/green-economy-reacts-seventh-carbon-budget https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/25fe872/6d8fd6f6-9a7d-4b0a-97f5-9ebb436780e6/24/iStock-174545623-370x229.jpg GB en The Climate Change Committee (CCC) has today mapped out the next steps on the UK's pathway to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The CCC wants the government to set a target to reduce emissions by 87 per cent by the end of the century. The Climate Change Committee (CCC) has today mapped out the next steps on the UK's pathway to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, urging the government to set a target to reduce emissions by 87 per ...[+7 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 EU Supply Chain Sustainability Regulations Are Reshaping Business—Here's What You Need To Know Marianne Lehnis https://www.forbes.com/sites/mariannelehnis/2025/02/26/eu-supply-chain-sustainability-regulations-are-reshaping-business-heres-what-you-need-to-know https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67bf05663716e32484c65f6a/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Sustainability is no longer a buzzword, it's a business necessity. Businesses with operations in Europe have to comply with the new CSRD and CSDD regulations. There's a gap between the ambition to meet sustainability goals and the ability to execute them. Johannes Scholz, co-founder of ctrl+s, developed a solution that sidesteps the traditional survey model and uses statistical models to create accurate baseline estimates of carbon emissions. SUZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 - (FILE) A large ship loaded with wind power equipment set sail ... [+] from the International Terminal in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, China, on September 21. 2023. (P...[+8604 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 8 Key Takeaways From Proposal To Reduce EU Sustainability Reporting Requirements Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/02/26/8-key-takeaways-from-proposal-to-reduce-eu-sustainability-reporting-requirements https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6515c5c5615005a1762e0a8a/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Commission adopted the Omnibus Simplification Package on February 26. It revises the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the Corporate Sustainable Due Diligence Directive to reduce the burden on businesses. The proposal goes through the legislative process before the European Parliament and Council of the European Union before getting final approval. A picture taken on May 5, 2021 shows a flag of the European Union flying outside the European ... [+] commission headquarters in Brussels. (Photo by Kenzo TRIBOUILLARD / AFP) (Photo by KENZO TRIBOUILL...[+9198 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 EU Proposes Drastic Reductions In Sustainability Reporting - Whats Next? Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/02/26/eu-proposes-drastic-reductions-in-sustainability-reportingwhats-next https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/672259e254471c9be6c3438b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Commission adopted the Omnibus Simplification Package on February 26. The proposal revises the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the Corporate Sustaining Due Diligence Directive. It is only the first step in a complicated legislative process. The European Parliament will vote on the proposal. Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climat...[+8592 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Council Post: 20 Big Challenges CEOs Face In 2025 (And How To Tackle Them) Expert Panel® https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbescoachescouncil/2025/02/26/20-big-challenges-ceos-face-in-2025-and-how-to-tackle-them https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67be41748f92cb6917d6a505/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en 20 Forbes Coaches Council members share the biggest challenges they believe CEOs will face in 2025 and their best strategies for overcoming them. They talk about the rise of AI, evolving workforce expectations, economic uncertainty and regulatory shifts. They also discuss how to manage change internally and externally. Leading a company in the modern business landscape comes with unique and sometimes unexpected challenges. From navigating the rise of AI and evolving workforce expectations to managing economic uncert...[+8815 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 The Political State Of Inclusion: How Businesses Can Continue DEI Jennifer Jay Palumbo https://www.forbes.com/sites/jenniferpalumbo/2025/02/26/the-political-state-of-inclusion-how-businesses-can-continue-dei https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/674a15ec0597a97ce7807a4e/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Some of the world's most influential CEOs have reaffirmed their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Trump's executive orders on DEI are challenging the First Amendment rights of private employers. Businesses should focus on embedding DEI as a core business principle rather than a separate initiative. "A diverse business group standing in a heart formation, symbolizing unity, teamwork, and ... [+] collaboration. The corporate landscape for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is shifting dramatica...[+7439 chars]" 2025-02-26T00:00:00 ECOP's commitment to advancing SDGs Manila Bulletin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/ECOPs_commitment_to_advancing_SDGs https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) offer a transformative framework for tackling global challenges. By aligning with the SDGs, enterprises fulfill their commitment to responsible business conduct and enhance their business.   . for the UNSDGs. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) offer a transformative framework for tackling global challenges while underscoring the critical role of partnerships in driving meaningful progr...[+126 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Cabinet passes bill requiring polluting firms to join CO2 trading Asahi News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Cabinet_passes_bill_requiring_polluting_firms_to_join_CO2_tr https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Japanese companies that emit 100,000 tons or more of carbon dioxide annually will be required to participate in the carbon emissions trading system under a bill approved by the Cabinet on Feb. 25. The bill to revise the law on promoting green transformation will be submitted to the current Diet session with the aim of enhancing transparency in corporate emissions and gaining understanding from companies. Japanese companies that emit 100,000 tons or more of carbon dioxide annually will be required to participate in the carbon emissions trading system under a bill approved by the Cabinet on Feb. 25. The...[+271 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 How sustainability can add value to brands Israel KPEKPENA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/How_sustainability_can_add_value_to_brands https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sustainability has emerged as a top priority for companies operating on a global scale. Sustainability is not a cliché or a buzzword but a call to action because human actions have significantly impacted the environment. Israel KPEKPENA (Dr) and Michael MOLENAAR (Michael) are the authors. By Israel KPEKPENA (Dr) & Michael MOLENAAR Today, sustainability has emerged as a top priority—not a cliché or a buzzword but a call to action because human actions have significantly impacted the env...[+107 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Reputation Management: 14 Ways Brands Are Shifting Their Approach Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Reputation_Management_14_Ways_Brands_Are_Shifting_Their_Appr https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en As the business world's embrace of CSR, DEI and ESG continues to evolve, brands are revisiting and refining their approaches to managing their reputations, as well as their business practices, to avoid reputations being tarnished by poor performance. As the business world's embrace of CSR, DEI and ESG continues to evolve, brands are revisiting and refining their approaches to managing their reputations. 2025-02-26T00:00:00 EU Supply Chain Sustainability Regulations Are Reshaping Business—Here's What You Need To Know Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/EU_Supply_Chain_Sustainability_Regulations_Are_Reshaping_Bus https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The CSRD requires companies to disclose detailed information on their environmental and social impacts, using standardized European Sustaina method. .    ""Sustaina"" is a standard European standard for reporting on environmental impacts of companies." The CSRD requires companies to disclose detailed information on their environmental and social impacts, using standardized European Sustaina 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Super Micro's Delisting Crisis Averted, But Questions Remain Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Super_Micro_s_Delisting_Crisis_Averted_But_Questions_Remain https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The company should regain compliance and avoid being delisted by the Nasdaq exchange. Super Micro's stock has been in decline since the company was delisted in 2010. The company's stock is now back to its pre-delisting levels.   With this, the company should regain compliance and avoid being delisted by the Nasdaq exchange, reducing a major overhang that had weighed on Super Micro's stock over 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Switch to EVs and heat pumps will save households cash, say climate advisers The Mirror https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Switch_to_EVs_and_heat_pumps_will_save_households_cash_say_c https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Climate Change Committee is urging the Government to commit to an 87% cut on 1990 levels by 2040. It has set out a cost-effective route to the greenhouse gas emissions cuts required by the Government. It is also calling for a reduction in CO2 emissions by 87% by 2020. The Climate Change Committee is urging the Government to commit to an 87% cut on 1990 levels by 2040 and has set out a cost-effective route to the greenhouse gas emissions cuts required 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Elon Musk's DOGE Adventure Leads to Knotty Accounting Question for Tesla Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/elon_musk_x2019s_doge_adventure_leads_to_knotty_accounting_q https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Tesla could have to designate the U.S. government as a related party to comply with disclosure rules, which could be a problem for the company's future business. Tesla declined to comment on the matter.    . Disclosure rules mean that Tesla could have to designate the U.S. government as a related party. 2025-02-26T00:00:00 UK's 7th Carbon Budget can benefit from shipping emissions SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/UK_s_7th_Carbon_Budget_can_benefit_from_shipping_emissions https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Climate Change Committee advised the UK government on the Seventh Carbon Budget. The budget sets a legal limit for the UK's net greenhouse gas emissions from 2038 to 2042. The Committee stresses the importance of including international aviation and shipping emissions in the budget to effectively limit global warming. The Climate Change Committee has advised the UK government on the Seventh Carbon Budget, which sets a legal limit for the UK's net greenhouse gas emissions from 2038 to 2042. The Committee stresses th...[+113 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Sebi proposals likely to curb manipulation in F&O trades The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Sebi_proposals_likely_to_curb_manipulation_in_F_O_trades_0 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Board of India proposed new rules to limit manipulation in derivatives trading by changing how outstanding positions in outstanding positions are dealt with.    in the proposed rules. For confidential support, call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90. The Securities and Exchange Board of India proposed new rules to limit manipulation in derivatives trading by changing how outstanding positions in 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Emirates Environmental Group recognises 64 entities at 28th Annual Corporate Gala Dinner Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Emirates_Environmental_Group_recognises_64_entities_at_28th_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Emirates Environmental Group hosted its 28th Annual Corporate Gala Dinner. It was under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Salem bin Sultan. It celebrated sustainability achievements, fostering unity, and strengthening community engagement. It took place in Dubai on 26th February 2025. DUBAI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 26th Feb, 2025) The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) hosted its 28th Annual Corporate Gala Dinner, celebrating sustainability achievements, fostering ...[+102 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Annual financial and audit reports - E.ON INTERNATIONAL FINANCE B.V. (EON International Finance BV) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Annual_financial_and_audit_reports_EON_INTERNATIONAL_FINANCE https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en E.ON International Finance B.V. c/o Luxembourg Stock Exchange 35A Boulevard Joseph ll L-1840 has published its Annual Financial Report 2024. It is subject to Article 3 (1) of the law of January 11, 2008 concerning transparency requirements for issuer of transferable. ) To the Holders of Notes issued by E.ON International Finance B.V. c/o Luxembourg Stock Exchange 35A Boulevard Joseph ll L-1840 Luxembourg Publication of Annual Financial Report 2024 pursuant to Arti...[+104 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 'Misplaced optimism': BP got it wrong over energy transition, says CEO Recharge https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Misplaced_optimism_BP_got_it_wrong_over_energy_transition_sa https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en BP executives admit they went too far in chasing low carbon investments. New plan is aimed at attracting more investors.    i.e. to reduce carbon emissions from the energy sector, but will investors swallow new plan? BP executives admit they went 'too far, too fast' chasing low carbon investments, but will investors swallow new plan? 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Didier Drogba speaks out after Galatasaray accuse Jose Mourinho of racism The Independent https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Didier_Drogba_speaks_out_after_Galatasaray_accuse_Jose_Mouri https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Galatasaray have outlined their intention to 'initiate' the project.   initiative to start a new season. Initiative will take place in January. in January 2014. in January 2013. in 2013. Galatasaray outlined their intention to 'initiate 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Apple shareholders vote to keep its diversity policies Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Apple_shareholders_vote_to_keep_its_diversity_policies https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en is being dropped by major US companies due to a growing conservative backlash. i.e. a decline in DEI initiatives in the United States. i.y.c.h. i y.h., i.d. h. A growing conservative backlash has pushed major US companies to drop DEI initiatives. 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Exelixis to Webcast Fireside Chats at Upcoming Investor Conferences in March Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Exelixis_to_Webcast_Fireside_Chats_at_Upcoming_Investor_Conf https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Exelixis management will participate in fireside chats at the following investor meetings.    e.g. at: ""Investor Day"" and ""Fireside Chat with Management"" at ""The Investor Day"". " ALAMEDA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Exelixis, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXEL) today announced that company management will participate in fireside chats at the following investor 2025-02-26T00:00:00 EU proposes to scrap sustainability reporting laws for businesses Jurist https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/EU_proposes_to_scrap_sustainability_reporting_laws_for_busin https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission proposed to simplify sustainability rules for businesses on Wednesday. The primary proposal is to delay the application of the new Corporate Sustainability rules. The Commission argues that complex regulations and'red tape' are preventing EU businesses from maintaining competitiveness and hindering economic investment. The European Commission (EC) proposed to simplify sustainability rules for businesses, on Wednesday, arguing that complex regulations and 'red tape' are preventing EU businesses from maintaining compe...[+130 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Sparta Capital Announces Issuance of Cease Trade Order ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Sparta_Capital_Announces_Issuance_of_Cease_Trade_Order_w https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Not for distribution to U.S. Newswire services or for dissemination in the United States of America. Any failure to comply with this restriction may constitute a violation of U.s. Securities laws. Sparta Group (TSXV:SAY) (the ""Corporation"", the ""Company"", ""Sparta"")." Not for distribution to U.S. Newswire Services or for dissemination in the United States of America. Any failure to comply with this restriction may constitute a violation of U.S. Securities laws. TOR...[+115 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Republicans labeled BlackRock as 'woke.' Here's a brief history of how the firm has tried ... system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Republicans_labeled_BlackRock_as_woke_Heres_a_brief_history_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en "BlackRock removed DEI mentions from its annual report due to political pressure. The asset manager has faced criticism from Republicans for being too ""woke"". BlackRock has tried to distance itself from the issue, saying diversity and inclusion is a commercial imperative and indispensable to its success." "BlackRock CEO Larry Fink.Associated PressBlackRock removed DEI mentions from its annual report amid political pressure.The asset manager has faced criticism from Republicans for being too ""woke.""Here'...[+162 chars]" 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Changes to the Board of Directors (UBS (IRL) Fund Solutions plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Changes_to_the_Board_of_Directors_UBS_IRL_Fund_Solutions_plc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Board of Directors of UBS Fund Solutions Plc has announced the appointment of a new director to the Company's board. The appointment is related to changes to the Board of directors of the Company. The announcement is made on 26 February 2025 and the date is February 26, 2025. ") COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT Immediate Release 26 February 2025 UBS (Irl) Fund Solutions Plc (the ""Company"") Re: Changes to the Board of Directors The Board of Directors of the Company (the ""Board"") wishes ...[+49 chars]" 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Sustainability Statement 2024 (Georg Fischer AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Sustainability_Statement_2024_Georg_Fischer_AG https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ) Annual Report 2024 32 Management Report Sustainability Statement Editorial 33 General disclosures 34 Environment 49 ESRS E1 Climate 34 General disclosures 2 General disclosures and E1 Environment 49. ESRS. E1 E1 is for climate change. E1 means environment. ) Annual Report 2024 32 Management Report Sustainability Statement Editorial 33 General disclosures 34 ESRS 2 General disclosures 34 Environment 49 ESRS E1 Climate 2025-02-26T00:00:00 These U.S. Companies Are Not Ditching DEI Amid Trump's Crackdown Time https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/These_US_Companies_Are_Not_Ditching_DEI_Amid_Trump_s_Crackdo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Trump administration wants to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across the federal government and private sector. Google, Amazon, Meta, and some Wall Street banks have joined the effort, but Apple has not. Apple has the right to manage its own ordinary business operations. As the Trump Administration sets out to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across the federal government and private sector, a number of major companies have joined in the effor...[+239 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 BP expected to roll back green energy pledges to boost profit London Evening Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/BP_expected_to_roll_back_green_energy_pledges_to_boost_profi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The oil giant was criticised by environmental groups amid forecasts it will roll back pledges made five years ago in a bid to boost profit. The company has been accused of trying to boost profits by cutting back on environmental protection measures. .   The oil giant was criticised by environmental groups amid forecasts that it will roll back pledges made five years ago in a bid to boost profit. 2025-02-26T00:00:00 REMINDER: Boralex will release its 2024 fourth quarter financial results on February 28 Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/REMINDER_Boralex_will_release_its_2024_fourth_quarter_financ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The 2024 fourth quarter results will be released on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11 a.m. on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: BLX). Boralex inc. ('Boralex' or the 'Company') announces the release of the results. MONTREAL, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boralex inc. ('Boralex' or the 'Company') (TSX: BLX) announces that the release of the 2024 fourth quarter results will take place on Friday, February 28, 2...[+15 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 European Commission adopts bill to cut red tape, simplify business rules Anadolu Agency https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/European_Commission_adopts_bill_to_cut_red_tape_simplify_bus https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission has adopted an omnibus bill to ease strict environmental, sustainability, and investment rules for companies. It will be presented to the European Parliament for approval. The bill includes legislative proposals to simplify EU legislation and build on the recommendations of the Draghi report. The European Commission has adopted an omnibus bill to ease strict environmental, sustainability, and investment rules for companies, which will be presented to the European Parliament for approval, a...[+306 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Straumann Group announces Executive Management Board changes Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Straumann_Group_announces_Executive_Management_Board_changes https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Straumann Group announces two executive management board changes. Yang Xu, Chief Financial Officer(CFO), has been promoted to the position of Executive Vice President of the Straumann Group. The changes take place on February 26, 2025 at 07:00 CET/CEST. Straumann Holding AG / Key word(s): Personnel Straumann Group announces Executive Management Board changes 26.02.2025 / 07:00 CET/CEST Basel, February 26, 2025: Today the Straumann Group announces two...[+101 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Pacific Environment: Greater industry investment is needed to achieve zero emissions by 2030 SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Pacific_Environment_Greater_industry_investment_is_needed_to https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Jonathan Butler is the Corporate Climate Campaign Manager for Pacific Environment's Ship It Zero campaign. He highlights investment in and commitment to zero-emission technologies as the biggest challenge for the industry's ESG agenda, despite groundbreaking advancements, including the development of new technologies. In an exclusive interview to SAFETY4SEA, Jonathan Butler, Corporate Climate Campaign Manager for Pacific Environment's Ship It Zero campaign, highlights investment in and commitment to zero-emission t...[+114 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 'Reset' BP slashes $5bn a year from green spending as it goes back to petroleum Recharge https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Reset_BP_slashes_5bn_a_year_from_green_spending_as_it_goes_b https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/[] US en Supermajor drops its pledge to produce less oil by the end of the decade. It wants to please shareholders and stave off takeover threat as it drops iconic pledge. It is also trying to please its shareholders by producing less oil and avoiding a takeover threat. Supermajor sets out to please shareholders and stave off takeover threat as it drops iconic pledge to produce less oil by the end of the decade 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Saudi Arabia Raises €2.25 Billion in Euro-Denominated Bond Sale, Including First Green Tranche Khaleej Mag https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/26/Saudi_Arabia_Raises_225_Billion_in_EuroDenominated_Bond_Sale https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Saudi Arabia has successfully raised €2.25 billion ($2.36 billion) through a euro-denominated bond sale. The issuance includes the Kingdom's first-ever green bond tranche. It is a significant step toward realizing the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. Saudi Arabia has successfully raised €2.25 billion ($2.36 billion) through a euro-denominated bond sale, marking a significant step in its sustainable financing strategy. The issuance, conducted under...[+305 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Women now make up 43% of Britain's top boardrooms Reuters https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1286532-women-now-make-up-43pc-of-britain-s-top-boardrooms https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-02-26/l_1286532_033646_updates.jpg PK en Women make up about 43 percent of the boards of directors of Britain's 350 biggest public companies in 2024. More work is needed to boost women's representation in leadership roles. The number of women CEOs among FTSE 350 companies fell for the second consecutive year. LONDON: Women make up about 43 percent of the boards of directors of Britain's 350 biggest public companies, according to a government-backed report published on Tuesday that also said more work was n...[+793 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 5 things on NZFs war on ‘woke' banks Martyn Bradbury https://thedailyblog.co.nz/2025/02/26/5-things-on-nzfs-war-on-woke-banks https://thedailyblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-02-21-at-5.25.45 AM-696x583.png NZ en Bill seeks to fine financial institutions that withdraw or refuse to provide customers with financial services for reasons that aren't 'commercial'. It specifically tries to stop banks from ditching customers that don't meet their environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies. NZ First has taken issue with some banks curtailing lending to businesses involved in fossil fuels. .tdi_100.td-a-rec{text-align:center}.tdi_100.td-a-rec:not(.td-a-rec-no-translate){transform:translateZ(0)}.tdi_100 .td-element-style{z-index:-1}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-img{text-align:left}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-...[+3760 chars] 2025-02-26T00:00:00 Lawmakers throw up hurdles for pipeline Joshua Haiar https://brookingsregister.com/stories/lawmakers-throw-up-hurdles-for-pipeline,123112 https://cdn1.creativecirclemedia.com/nmcsd/original/20250116-135203-76b-BRKG%20PIX%20011625%20CarbonPipelineHearings.jpg US en Lawmakers advanced legislation that would make it more difficult for pipeline companies to use eminent domain and subject their projects to required environmental impact statements. The bills are in response to controversy over Iowa-based Summit Carbon Solutions' proposed $9 billion, five-state pipeline that would pass through eastern South Dakota. "Posted Wednesday, February 26, 2025 11:36 am By Joshua Haiar South Dakota Searchlight PIERRE — South Dakota lawmakers advanced legislation Monday at the Capitol that would make it more difficult for c...[+3932 chars]" 2025-02-26T00:00:00 South Dakota lawmakers throw up hurdles for pipeline Joshua Haiar https://brookingsregister.com/stories/south-dakota-lawmakers-throw-up-hurdles-for-pipeline,123112 https://cdn1.creativecirclemedia.com/nmcsd/original/20250116-135203-76b-BRKG%20PIX%20011625%20CarbonPipelineHearings.jpg US en Bill to ban eminent domain for carbon pipelines passed the House last month and is awaiting action in the Senate. Bill to retain eminent domain would require entities using it to first attend mediation with the affected landowner and have a state permit before commencing eminent domain proceedings. House Commerce and Energy Committee voted 9-4 to send a bill to the House floor that would require an environmental impact statement for carbon dioxide pipelines. Summit Carbon Solutions' proposed $9 billion, five-state pipeline would pass through eastern South Dakota. "Posted Wednesday, February 26, 2025 11:36 am PIERRE — South Dakota lawmakers advanced legislation Monday at the Capitol that would make it more difficult for carbon dioxide pipeline companies to use e...[+3951 chars]" 2025-02-25T23:02:04 WiseTech must find new independent directors or risk ASX suspension Helen Bird https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/wisetech-must-find-new-independent-directors-or-risk-asx-suspension-20250226-p5lf87 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.6062%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_49%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/d1fb26c9ac9dd844250f723612e186c607a10bc9 AU en WiseTech Global announced that its four independent, non-executive directors, including chairman Richard Dammery, would be leaving the company following the release of its half-year results. On hearing the news, the stock price plummeted 25 per cent. Sudden resignations by a single ASX director are not uncommon but four at once including the chairman is extraordinary. On Monday, WiseTech Global announced that its four independent, non-executive directors, including chairman Richard Dammery, would be leaving the company following the release of its half-year results...[+182 chars] 2025-02-25T22:29:47 EVgo to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results on March 4, 2025 Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/evgo-to-report-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-on-march-4-2025/article_cc0846dd-e22e-56cf-92a2-bc3f6e08c2a6.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en EVgo Inc. will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results on March 4, 2025. The release will be followed by a webcast hosted by members of the EVgo management team at 8 a.m. ET (5 a.M. PT). "LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 25, 2025-- EVgo Inc. (Nasdaq: EVGO) ('EVgo' or the 'Company'), one of the nation's largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles (EVs), today announced ...[+218 chars]" 2025-02-25T22:21:05 White House Confirms Over 1 Million Federal Workers Respond To Accountability Email Sofia Babu Chacko https://www.newsx.com/world/white-house-confirms-over-1-million-federal-workers-respond-to-accountability-email https://www.newsx.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Sofia-2025-02-26T034950.524.webp IN en More than one million federal employees have responded to the work accountability email sent by Elon Musk last week. The initiative is aimed at increasing transparency and improving productivity within the federal workforce. However, the compliance rate remains below 50% of the nation's 2.3 million federal workers. Some agencies instructed their employees to disregard the request. "Musk, in a follow-up announcement on Monday, indicated that employees who failed to respond would receive 'another chance' but warned that repeated non-compliance could result in termination. Advertis...[+2575 chars]" 2025-02-25T21:37:30 Exelixis to Webcast Fireside Chats at Upcoming Investor Conferences in March Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/exelixis-to-webcast-fireside-chats-at-upcoming-investor-conferences-in-march/article_52b43c2e-ecbf-50ca-909c-60e28eb56e9c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Exelixis management will participate in fireside chats at the following investor conferences in March: Nasdaq: EXEL, AMXS, ETSY, and EON. This page requires Javascript to be able to read premium content. It is required to enable it in your browser settings. "ALAMEDA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 25, 2025-- Exelixis, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXEL) today announced that company management will participate in fireside chats at the following investor conferences in March...[+4337 chars]" 2025-02-25T21:29:03 Apple shareholders vote against pressure to scrap diversity policies https://egypt.shafaqna.com/EN/AL/6762659 https://egypt.shafaqna.com/images/newhub-blank-news.png AU en Apple shareholders voted against a proposal to scrap diversity policies. The proposal urged Apple to follow a litany of high-profile companies that have rolled back DEI initiatives recently, such as Google and Facebook, which have done the same thing. . "Apple shareholders vote against pressure to scrap diversity policies The proposal urged Apple to follow a litany of high-profile companies that have rolled back DEI initiatives recently." 2025-02-25T21:02:24 Diginex Limited Launches ESG Rating Support Service to Help Businesses Secure and Improve ESG Scores Diginex Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/diginex-limited-launches-esg-rating-support-service-to-help-businesses-secure-and-improve-esg-scores/article_f2ae1838-d30e-55c3-a411-c2abeb4faabc.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diginex Limited has launched its ESG Ratings Support Service. The service is designed to help businesses secure an ESG score across key rating agencies, including CDP, EcoVadis, Sustainable Fitch, S&P and Sustainalytics. The launch comes at a pivotal moment as investors, regulators and consumers increasingly prioritize sustainability. HONG KONG, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company'), an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, is e...[+1220 chars] 2025-02-25T21:00:00 TLI strategies target seniors, co-pay for growth Business https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2968346/tli-strategies-target-seniors-co-pay-for-growth https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en Thai Life Insurance (TLI) is focusing on seniors this year, while aligning new products with the imminent co-payment policy as strategies to expand the business. The company is investing in digital technology to offer a seamless self-service experience for policyholders. "Thai Life Insurance (TLI) is focusing on seniors this year, while aligning new products with the imminent co-payment policy as strategies to expand the business. Chief executive Chai Chaiyawan said th...[+2182 chars]" 2025-02-25T20:30:00 Duke Went Carbon Neutral in 2024. What's Next for Its Climate Commitment? Chase Pellegrini de Paur https://indyweek.com/news/durham/duke-went-carbon-neutral-in-2024-whats-next-for-its-climate-commitment https://indyweek.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-02-19-duke-climate-pledge-t-steelman-headshot-courtesy.jpg US en Last year Indy reported on the state of Duke University's 2022 climate commitment. Toddi Steelman, the university's vice president and vice provost for climate and sustainability, said that 'our actions speak louder than the words' and that skeptics should stay tuned for future goals and projects. Last year we reported on the state of Duke University's 2022 climate commitment with the verdict that, if given the money and mandate to succeed, it could be a model for how an organization—especially...[+12673 chars] 2025-02-25T20:28:08 Omnibus Bill To Reduce EU Sustainability Reporting On February 26 Agenda Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Omnibus_Bill_To_Reduce_EU_Sustainability_Reporting_On_Februa https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Dnm1aUuF7yY/0.jpg US en The European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, as part of the EU's green agenda. The reform is expected to be effective within the next few years, but it will reduce the current burden on businesses. \ Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal. 2025-02-25T20:16:41 NC House committee approves bill that targets socially responsible lending in agriculture Christine Zhu https://www.yahoo.com/news/nc-house-committee-approves-bill-201641121.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/nc_newsline_articles_683/61043145ac35676c2b186f1161286430 US en The North Carolina House Judiciary 1 Committee approved a bill Tuesday that would ban banks and credit unions from using discriminatory practices in transactions with the state's farmers. The bill has nothing to do with race, gender or other societal groups traditionally victimized by discrimination in agriculture. It is the latest in a growing catalogue of legislative proposals introduced by conservative lawmakers that target 'environmental, social, governance' and the practice of taking such matters into account. "A farmer harvests soybeans. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service photo by Brandon O'Connor. The North Carolina House Judiciary 1 Committee approved a bill Tuesday that its sponsors say is desig...[+2847 chars]" 2025-02-25T20:00:00 Apple shareholders reject anti-DEI proposal Pavithra Mohan https://www.fastcompany.com/91284731/apple-shareholders-reject-anti-dei-proposal https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit,w_1024,h_1024/wp-cms-2/2025/02/p-1-91284731-apple-shareholders-reject-anti-dei-proposal.jpg US en Shareholders rejected a proposal that targeted many of Apple's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The proposal was put forward by a conservative think tank called the National Center for Public Policy Research. Apple's board had urged shareholders to reject the proposal, positing that it was an overreach and 'inappropriately restricts' the company's business operations. During Apple's annual meeting today, shareholders struck down a proposal that had targeted many of the tech giant's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, a move that indicates a continued comm...[+2505 chars] 2025-02-25T19:46:11 Motorola Solutions warns investors of Trump policy risks Crain's Chicago Business https://www.chicagobusiness.com/technology/motorola-solutions-warns-investors-trump-policy-risks https://s3-rd-prod.chicagobusiness.com/styles/1200x630/s3/MixCollage-25-Feb-2025-02-01-PM-9268.jpg US en The U.S. government is Motorola's largest customer, so compliance with regulations is critical. Trump's first executive order labeled diversity, equity and inclusion programs as illegal and discriminatory. Motorola also points to potential risks from tariffs, such as the 25% tariffs on products imported from Mexico and Canada that are set to be implemented next week and unspecified tariffs on other countries that could be rolled out in April. 'The number of changes coming in the past 12 weeks is beyond amazing,' says Harry Kraemer, former CEO of Baxter International who is a professor at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Manageme...[+4171 chars] 2025-02-25T19:33:06 NSGP Is The Future Of Blockchain Gaming Unveiled Get News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/NSGP_Is_The_Future_Of_Blockchain_Gaming_Unveiled https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/[] US en The New Society Gaming Platform (NSGP) has unveiled its revolutionary approach to blockchain gaming at an exclusive press conference. The platform is setting a new benchmark for the industry.    for the new generation of gaming devices and applications. The New Society Gaming Platform (NSGP) has officially unveiled its revolutionary approach to blockchain gaming, setting a new benchmark for the industry. During an exclusive press conference, industry...[+32 chars] 2025-02-25T19:33:00 Apple Shareholders Reject DEI Proposal, But Cook Hints at Possible Adjustments Muslim Farooque https://finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-shareholders-reject-dei-proposal-193300582.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/b3bdeaa8bbcaaef7d764d6a0b08ff6b8 US en Apple shareholders voted against a proposal to terminate the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. The proposal was backed by the National Center for Public Policy Research. Investors also rejected proposals related to AI risks, child sex abuse material (CSAM) policies, and charitable giving. Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) shareholders voted against a proposal to terminate the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, but CEO Tim Cook acknowledged that some policy adjustments may be n...[+1348 chars] 2025-02-25T18:59:25 Avangrid Recognized by Ethisphere with Compliance Leader Verification for Fourth Consecutive Term Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/avangrid-recognized-by-ethisphere-with-compliance-leader-verification-for-fourth-consecutive-term/article_b257d9b7-5619-5bf8-96ae-fb22eeb254c7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/a1/aa18e21c-d92f-5136-9f71-64ce6863e297/67be11f560d6a.image.jpg?crop=737%2C387%2C0%2C14 US en Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced that Ethisphere has awarded it with the coveted Compliance Leader Verification for 2025-2026. This is Avangrid's fourth consecutive two-year term. "ORANGE, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 25, 2025-- Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that Ethisphere has awarded it with the coveted Compliance Le...[+5441 chars]" 2025-02-25T18:56:49 Mercedes-Benz USA Releases 2024 Driving Your Future Corporate Social Responsibility Impact Report Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/mercedes-benz-usa-releases-2024-driving-your-future-corporate-social-responsibility-impact-report/article_ea906d27-c26f-56d0-8551-5da90fe9abd8.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/d4/9d41340e-53dd-5195-853f-fa0087ae1d1a/67be15ccaf1e7.image.jpg?crop=1844%2C968%2C0%2C77&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Mercedes-Benz USA released its third Annual 2024 Corporate Social Responsibility Impact Report. MBUSA's initiative is to empower the next generation in local communities across the U.S. through programs focused on educational support, career readiness, child and teen injury prevention, and sustainability and technology. "ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 25, 2025-- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) released its third Annual 2024 Corporate Social Responsibility Impact Report, reflecting its ongoing commitment to Driving Your Futur...[+360 chars]" 2025-02-25T18:36:53 Avangrid Recognized by Ethisphere with Compliance Leader Verification for Fourth Consecutive Term Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/avangrid-recognized-by-ethisphere-with-compliance-leader-verification-for-fourth-consecutive-term/article_f19c4196-d6f8-5e55-b9f7-51f613aa5aaa.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/e/ad/eada2afc-6179-5d8c-982d-9970999efd0d/67be0e3665ae0.image.jpg?crop=737%2C387%2C0%2C14 US en Ethisphere has awarded Avangrid with the coveted Compliance Leader Verification for 2025-2026. This is the Company's fourth consecutive two-year term. It has held the compliance leader certification since 2019. iberdrola group is a member of Ethispheres. "ORANGE, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 25, 2025-- Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that Ethisphere has awarded it with the coveted Compliance Le...[+258 chars]" 2025-02-25T18:13:00 What CAG report on Delhi's liquor policies claims: 10 key takeaways HT News Desk https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/what-cag-report-on-delhis-liquor-policies-claim-10-key-takeaways-101740493691566.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/25/1600x900/Atishi-PC-4_1740494409605_1740494436982.jpg IN en The CAG's audit report of Delhi's liquor sector claims that the previous AAP government's excise policy resulted in a cumulative loss of over ₹2000 crore to the national capital's exchequer. The report was tabled by BJP leader Rekha Gupta in the Delhi assembly on Tuesday. The CAG's audit report of Delhi's liquor sector has claimed that the 2021-2022 excise policy framed by the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government resulted in a cumulative loss of over ₹2000 crore t...[+280 chars] 2025-02-25T17:55:45 OSG Expands Graphene Propeller Coating Fleetwide Marine Link https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/OSG_Expands_Graphene_Propeller_Coating_Fleetwide https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/[] US en Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc. (OSG) extended its adoption of GIT Coatings' graphene-based propeller coating, XGIT-PROP, across seven additional crude oil tankers. Previously, OSG applied the coating to one of its ships. Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc. (OSG) extended its adoption of GIT Coatings' graphene-based propeller coating, XGIT-PROP, across seven additional crude oil tankers. Previously, OSG applied graphene-b...[+36 chars] 2025-02-25T17:27:00 Capgemini CEO pushes for work-life balance: ‘47-hour work week, no emails on weekends' Muskaan Sharma https://www.hindustantimes.com/trending/capgemini-ceo-pushes-for-work-life-balance-47-hour-work-week-no-emails-on-weekends-101740489962631.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/25/1600x900/capgemini_1740491700722_1740491710728.png IN en Capgemini CEO Ashwin Yardi has called for a 47-hour workweek with no work emails being sent to employees on the weekends. Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy and Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan have called for longer working hours. "Amid top executives calling longer working hours, Capgemini CEO Ashwin Yardi has called for a 47-hour workweek with no work emails being sent to employees on the weekends. ""Forty-seven and a half hour...[+1782 chars]" 2025-02-25T17:15:49 Apple shareholders reject ban on diversity programs Curtis Bunn https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/apple-shareholders-reject-ban-on-diversity-programs/ar-AA1zLTZr US en Shareholders of Apple voted against dismantling its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The vote was held at the company's annual meeting. Conservative think tank National Center for Public Policy Research recommended against the proposal. Many major companies have dissolved their diversity programs in the wake of President Donald Trump's executive orders forcing government agencies to abolish them. "Shareholders of Apple voted Tuesday against dismantling its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, rebuffing a conservative think tank's recommendation. The vote at the company's annual meeting ...[+2609 chars]" 2025-02-25T17:09:52 Texas legislature adopts 'DOGE' model to tackle government efficiency Tags https://www.naturalnews.com/2025-02-25-texas-legislature-adopts-doge-tackle-government-efficiency.html https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2025/02/America-Texas-Flags-Sky.jpg US en The Texas House of Representatives established the Delivery of Government Efficiency (Texas DOGE) Committee, chaired by Rep. Giovanni Capriglione (R-Southlake), to streamline state government operations and reduce inefficiencies. The committee's work aligns with Texas's fiscal conservatism and business-friendly policies and its success could serve as a model for other states. "Texas legislature adopts 'DOGE' model to tackle government efficiency The Texas House of Representatives has established the Delivery of Government Efficiency (Texas DOGE) Committee, chaired by Rep. G...[+5098 chars]" 2025-02-25T16:57:50 Gwanda Town crafts donation policy to enhance transparency The Chronicle https://www.chronicle.co.zw/gwanda-town-crafts-donation-policy-to-enhance-transparency https://www.chronicle.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/08/Gwanda-Mayor-Alderman-Thulani-Moyo.jpg KZ en GWANDA Municipality has crafted a donation policy to govern how donations will be administered. Alderman Thulani Moyo said transparency will help boost donors' confidence. The municipality has engaged development partners and well-wishers under its private-public partnership approach. "Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu GWANDA Municipality has crafted a donation policy to govern how donations will be administered, ensuring transparency and accountability. In an interview, Gwanda Municipality ...[+1126 chars]" 2025-02-25T16:55:27 Snail of happiness shortlisted for green award https://www.cambrian-news.co.uk/news/business/snail-of-happiness-shortlisted-for-green-award-769069 https://www.cambrian-news.co.uk/tindle-static/image/2025/02/25/16/05/Snail-of-Happiness-shop.jpeg?width=1200&crop=16:9,smart&quality=75 GB en The business has made it to the final round of the awards after impressing judges with its commitment to green growth through its zero-waste policy and commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and that of the community. The business has been awarded for its green credentials. The business has made it to the final round of the awards after impressing judges with its commitment to green growth through its zero-waste policy and commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and ...[+22 chars] 2025-02-25T16:54:17 ARGAN: INFORMATION REGARDING THE TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTING RIGHTS AND SHARES COMPOSING THE SHARE CAPITAL ON FEBRUARY 10, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/26/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/argan-information-regarding-the-total-number-of-voting-rights-and-shares-composing-the-share-capital-on-february-10-2025/2062403 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en ARGAN is the only French real estate company specializing in development and rental of PREMIUM and Au0nom pre-let warehouses for blue-chip companies. Its portfolio of 3.7 million sq.m. with about a hundred warehouses is valued at €3.9 billion and generates a yearly rental income of close to €205 million. The company has an Investment-grade rating (BBB- with a stable outlook) with Standard & Poor's. "Press release - Neuilly-sur-Seine, Tuesday, February 25, 2025 - 5.45pm Information regarding the total number of voting rights and shares composing the share capital on February 10, 2025 On February 1...[+2039 chars]" 2025-02-25T16:53:12 Progressive Announces Investor Relations Event Globe Newswire https://www.enidnews.com/region/progressive-announces-investor-relations-event/article_8dfb0b7a-b87b-54ac-847f-e8eea565aa50.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Progressive Corporation will host an Investor Relations event on March 4, 2025, beginning at 9:30 a.m. eastern time. The event will consist of both a conference call and webcast. Progressive expects to file its Annual Report on Form 10-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission and post its Shareholders' Report to its website on March 3, 2025. MAYFIELD VILLAGE, OHIO, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As previously announced, The Progressive Corporation (NYSE: PGR) will host an Investor Relations event on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, beginning at...[+3264 chars] 2025-02-25T16:51:04 Progressive Announces Investor Relations Event Globe Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/progressive-announces-investor-relations-event/article_3e64cef2-a83c-5d55-84ff-acf06794abbe.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en The Progressive Corporation will host an Investor Relations event on March 4, 2025, beginning at 9:30 a.m. eastern time. The event will consist of both a conference call and webcast. Progressive expects to file its Annual Report on Form 10-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission and post its Shareholders' Report on March 3, 2025. MAYFIELD VILLAGE, OHIO, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As previously announced, The Progressive Corporation (NYSE: PGR) will host an Investor Relations event on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, beginning at...[+728 chars] 2025-02-25T16:41:40 Deregulation row could overshadow EU's flagship clean tech plan Robert Hodgson https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/02/25/deregulation-row-could-overshadow-eus-flagship-clean-tech-plan https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/07/79/32/1200x675_cmsv2_a56dc5bf-d1de-588f-a0f9-292bc9e23c4c-9077932.jpg FR en Ursula von der Leyen promised a new Clean Industrial Deal for Europe in the first 100 days of her second presidency. Tomorrow all eyes will be on an omnibus proposal to free businesses from corporate sustainability rules. The European Trade Union Confederation staged a protest outside the European Commission's Berlaymont headquarters in Brussels today. Ursula von der Leyen promised a new Clean Industrial Deal for Europe in the first 100 days of her second presidency, but tomorrow all eyes will be on an accompanying 'omnibus' proposal to free busines...[+6137 chars] 2025-02-25T16:32:39 'Can't work in the dark': ASIC calls out private market Jacob Shteyman https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8902233/cant-work-in-the-dark-asic-calls-out-private-market https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/35478989-db6f-4e27-9621-5677cf0eeabc.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en """The ASX needs to be more proactive in this space and consider whether regulatory settings of any kind are holding people back in participating in the public market,"" he said. ""We need to be thinking very carefully about whether we need to change them at all.""" """I think the ASX needs to be more proactive in this space, and we need to be thinking very carefully about whether regulatory settings of any kind are holding people back in participating in the publi...[+19 chars]" 2025-02-25T16:32:18 Endeavour Announces Holding(s) in Comapny Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/endeavour-announces-holdings-in-comapny https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=MTAwMTA1MDQxOSM0MDIwNjYxMjIjMjIxMTI2MA== CA en La Mancha Resource Capital LLP notified Endeavour Mining plc of its interests in the Company as at 24 February 2025. The notification is in accordance with the standard form for notification of major holdings. The company's stock code is GBGB00BL6K5J42. "Article content Endeavour Mining plc ('the Company') announces that it received the following notification, today, 25 February 2025, from La Mancha Resource Capital LLP of its interests in the Company...[+476 chars]" 2025-02-25T15:58:42 CVLB Sarawak: Changes to lorry licensing policies being discussed Bp Editor https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/02/25/cvlb-sarawak-changes-to-lorry-licensing-policies-being-discussed https://www.theborneopost.com/newsimages/2025/02/kch-250205-sa-lpkp.jpg MY en The Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) Sarawak is proposing changes to its policies on licensing for lorries. One of the key amendments is to exempt public listed companies and their subsidiaries from the 51% shareholding requirement for Licence 'A' holders. "Kong flashes the thumbs up during the meeting with lorry association representatives. KUCHING (Feb 25): The Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) Sarawak is proposing changes to its policies on li...[+1828 chars]" 2025-02-25T15:50:14 FTSE 100 firms nearly have equal number of male and female board members City AM https://www.business-live.co.uk/enterprise/ftse-100-firms-making-progress-31079750 https://i2-prod.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/article28811079.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_GettyImages-1370566621.jpg GB en For the first time, women account for over half of non-executive directorships on FTSE 100 boards. However, women occupy just 32.7% of executive committee positions in these leading companies. In the UK's largest private firms, women constitute only 30.5% of board members. "A new report has highlighted strides towards gender parity in the UK's top companies, revealing that women now hold 44.7% of board seats within FTSE 100 firms. Yet, the advancement is less pronounced ...[+2225 chars]" 2025-02-25T15:24:51 Green banking: 6 of the best eco-friendly online banks and debit cards for sustainable spending in the UK Alex Nelson https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/consumer/green-banking-best-eco-friendly-online-banks-debit-cards-sustainable-spending-uk-5007023 https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2025/02/25/15/20/pexels-pixabay-50987-(1).jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Bunq is a Dutch 'neobank' offering eco-friendly credit and debit cards. Triodos Bank offers a range of ethical financial products. Starling Bank introduced the UK's first Mastercard debit card made from recycled plastic. Tred gives account to a Mastercard with a green debit card and an app. "These innovative companies are making sustainable banking easier than ever 🌱 Consumers are increasingly seeking financial products that align with their eco-friendly values Eco-friendly credit and deb...[+5970 chars]" 2025-02-25T15:24:33 Cross-representation in energy sector boards crucial for governance reforms https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Cross-representation-in-energy-sector-boards-crucial-for-governance-reforms-ASEC-1972952 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/145/14556883.jpg GH en The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has called for increased cross-representation on the boards of key entities within the energy value chain to enhance governance, transparency, and operational efficiency. ASEC also stressed the need for the government to prioritise internal expertise within the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), especially as discussions regarding its privatisation advance. "Karikari Kwagyan Achireko, Director, Corporate Strategy, ASEC Source: Thomas Moore Adingo, Contributor The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has called for increased cross-representation on the ...[+2956 chars]" 2025-02-25T15:18:00 Malaysia To Champion Sustainable Palm Oil BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2396260 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/a22b72f0bbf1d063eec26b8611f7851f5e42542aecbb0 MY en Malaysia is the world's second-largest palm oil producer. The palm oil industry covers 5.7 million hectares, with two segments: private sector (4.2 million hectares) and smallholders (1.5 million hectares). Plantation and Commodities Minister emphasises the importance of industry-wide compliance with sustainability. He also reaffirms Malaysia's commitment to preventing further deforestation for palm oil cultivation. KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, the world's second-largest palm oil producer, must take the lead in sustainability, taking bold steps to champion sustainable palm oil, especially as the wo...[+1638 chars] 2025-02-25T15:00:00 Progress on share buyback programme Feb. 25, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6045077 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/OGM0OGFiM2ItNTMxZC00ZGI2LWI3NDktZGM4NzJlMjM5YmEzLTEwMTM5NDI=/tiny/ING-Group.png TW en In total 3,109,893 shares were repurchased during the week of 17 February 2025 up to and including 21 February 2025 for a total amount of €51,388,683.20. The shares were bought at an average price of €16.52. To date, 62.12% of the maximum value of the share buyback programme has been completed. "Progress on share buyback programme ING announced today that, as part of our €2.0 billion share buyback programme announced on 31 October 2024, in total 3,109,893 shares were repurchased during the we...[+10363 chars]" 2025-02-25T14:56:59 My priority is to reverse Bank of Ghana's losses Laud Nartey https://3news.com/business/my-priority-is-to-reverse-bank-of-ghanas-losses-asiama https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Asiama.gif GH en Dr Johnson Asiama was sworn-in as the Governor of the Bank of Ghana on Tuesday, February 25th. He wants to reverse the Bank's negative equity position. The Bank and the group reported a loss of GH¢10.50 billion for the year 2023, as against GH¢60.86 billion loss in 2022. "The newly sworn-in Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama has said that one of his priority areas is the need to reverse the Bank of Ghana's negative equity position. He expresses the ...[+2116 chars]" 2025-02-25T14:53:05 EXL launches EXLerate.AI platform to drive accelerated AI business benefits at scale for enterprises https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/25/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/exl-launches-exlerateai-platform-to-drive-accelerated-ai-business-benefits-at-scale-for-enterprises/2062337 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/25/549967.jpg PH en EXL's new agentic AI platform, EXLerate.AI, is designed to help enterprises reimagine workflows with the ability to integrate EXL and third-party AI agents into their business operations. It is an open, cloud-agnostic, and modular orchestration platform. It includes more than 10 industry-specific EXL-built AI agents already in use across insurance, healthcare, retail, utilities and financial services. "EXLerate.AI orchestrates data, digital, and domain-specialized AI solutions to transform mission-critical operations NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXL [NASDAQ: EXLS], a leading data and ...[+5630 chars]" 2025-02-25T14:52:39 Singapore's ISCA and SGX RegCo launch workshops Global Data https://finance.yahoo.com/news/singapore-isca-sgx-regco-launch-145239202.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/5ZhpP0JKPuGXIFqeeTGkIw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_accountant_923/3a173075fa25a1cf212079f59d231421 US en The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) and the Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) have announced a collaborative initiative to launch training workshops aimed at enhancing sustainability reporting among Singapore-listed companies. The workshops will provide an understanding of the International Sustainability Disclosure Standards (ISSB) and support companies in meeting mandatory climate-related disclosure requirements. The first session takes place on 17 April 2025. The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) and the Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) have announced a collaborative initiative to launch training workshops aimed at enhancing sust...[+2876 chars] 2025-02-25T14:45:32 Saudi Arabia markets Middle East's first euro green bond: What to know https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2025/02/saudi-arabia-markets-middle-easts-first-euro-green-bond-what-know https://www.al-monitor.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2025-02/GettyImages-2187330650.jpg?h=a4039d16&itok=wsKiwHhQ US en Saudi Arabia has begun the sale of its first euro-denominated green bond. The seven-year green debt offering is being marketed alongside a 12-year conventional bond from the kingdom. The bond aims to support the kingdom's Vision 2030 plan, which seeks to diversify the economy away from oil dependence by the end of the decade. Saudi Arabia's government debt reached $319.7 billion in Dec. 2024, compared to $280 billion the previous year. Saudi Arabia has begun the sale of its first euro-denominated green bond, according to reports, marking a regional milestone in sustainable finance. The bond aims to support the kingdom's Vision 2030 ...[+2378 chars] 2025-02-25T14:44:10 'Trump-designated acting SEC chair Uyeda takes aim at criticized and contested climate rule' Stephen Heins https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/trump-designated-acting-sec-chair https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6001b39-9585-46e4-9ca3-ca972b40c23d_750x375.jpeg US en The SEC is ready to quash the controversial climate disclosure rule, which will end the legal challenges that have been dropped on it. The rule requires public companies to disclose their corporate climate risks and targets and how they plan to manage those risks. Critics say compliance with the rule is costly, the requirements are unnecessary, and the rule exceeds the commission's authority. "0 SHARES 13 VIEWS Share on Facebook Share on Twitter The Security and Exchange Commission appears ready to quash the controversial climate disclosure rule, which will end the legal challenges that hav...[+2499 chars]" 2025-02-25T14:42:09 EXL launches EXLerate.AI platform to drive accelerated AI business benefits at scale for enterprises Exl Service Holdings https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/exl-launches-exlerate-ai-platform-to-drive-accelerated-ai-business-benefits-at-scale-for-enterprises/article_879fe700-6458-586f-997d-eb16e6188cef.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en EXL announced its agentic AI platform, EXLerate.AI, designed to help enterprises reimagine workflows with the ability to seamlessly integrate EXL and third-party AI agents into their business operations. The platform is open, cloud-agnostic, and modular orchestration platform, allowing for fast implementation in all client environments. NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXL [NASDAQ: EXLS], a leading data and AI company, announced EXLerate.AI, its agentic AI platform designed to help enterprises reimagine workflows with the ...[+1046 chars] 2025-02-25T14:38:00 EXL launches EXLerate.AI platform to drive accelerated AI business benefits at scale for enterprises Exl Service Holdings https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exl-launches-exlerate-ai-platform-143800905.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/8zkhG.Qpy5BqufECWsQ2tg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NDc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/cf17822b4ca39e5678cf927f48e50a39 US en EXL's new agentic AI platform, EXLerate.AI, is designed to help enterprises reimagine workflows with the ability to integrate EXL and third-party AI agents into their business operations. The platform is an open, cloud-agnostic, and modular orchestration platform. It includes more than 10 industry-specific EXL-built AI agents already in use across insurance, healthcare, retail, utilities and financial services. It is fully compatible with existing enterprise IT systems and pre-integrated with technology from industry leaders. "EXLerate.AI orchestrates data, digital, and domain-specialized AI solutions to transform mission-critical operations NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXL [NASDAQ: EXLS], a leading data and ...[+7127 chars]" 2025-02-25T14:35:00 9 Fastest-Growing Remote Jobs That Pay $100,000+ in 2025 IBM https://finance.yahoo.com/news/9-fastest-growing-remote-jobs-143500774.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/a3c7de7e553fa80dc817ce551d1bbb2a US en "Justina Nixon Saintil, IBM's VP and global head of corporate social responsibility, predicted in a recent interview that ""AI agents will become the norm"" and managers will need to understand how to manage hybrid teams composed of humans and AI employees. IBM released the original press release on ACCESS Newswire." "NORTHAMPTON, MA / / February 25, 2025 / IBMBy Rachel Wells, Contributor Originally published on Forbes Justina Nixon Saintil, IBM's VP and global head of corporate social responsibility, predicted in ...[+545 chars]" 2025-02-25T14:16:31 Nigerian Police moves to reduce crime rate by 50% Daily Post https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4145183/nigerian-police-moves-to-reduce-crime-rate-by-50.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed all commands of the Force to implement a comprehensive plan to reduce the crime rate by 50 percent in 2025. The directive was given at the 5th Edition of the Annual Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers in Abeokuta on Monday. The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has directed all commands of the Force to implement a comprehensive plan to reduce the crime rate by 50 percent in 2025. The directive was given at th...[+219 chars] 2025-02-25T14:12:16 Cloudficient Unveils Advanced AI Capabilities within Expireon to Revolutionize eDiscovery and Data Management https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/25/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/cloudficient-unveils-advanced-ai-capabilities-within-expireon-to-revolutionize-ediscovery-and-data-management/2062262 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/25/549888.png PH en Innovation reduces email review volume by 40% with up to 95% accuracy. Cloudficient will offer live demonstrations at Legalweek at booth 1305. Expireon's robust features for legal governance are expanding to support Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Slack Enterprise Grid and OneDrive. "Innovation reduces email review volume by 40% with up to 95% accuracy DOVER, Del., Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cloudficient , a leader in seamless information governance and eDiscovery solutions...[+2051 chars]" 2025-02-25T13:47:26 Jamuna Oil holds 49th AGM virtually https://www.thedailystar.net/business/organisation-news/press-releases/news/jamuna-oil-holds-49th-agm-virtually-3833601 https://tds-images.thedailystar.net/sites/default/files/styles/social_share/public/images/2025/02/25/jamuna_oil_.jpeg BD en The 49th Annual General Meeting of Jamuna Oil Company Limited (JOCL) was held on Tuesday (February 25) through a virtual platform. The meeting was presided over by M A Akmal Hossain Azad, Member (Senior Secretary) of the Physical Infrastructure Division, Bangladesh Planning Commission and Chairman of the JOCL Board. The AGM was attended by Board of Directors members Kawsar Zahura, Md. Shamsul Alam Bhuiyan, Dr. Nurunnahar Chowdhury, Kabir Mahmud, Engineer Monzar Khorshed Alam, Saleh Ahmed Khasru, and Md. Masudul Islam, Company Secretary of JOC "The 49th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Jamuna Oil Company Limited (JOCL) was held on Tuesday (February 25) through a virtual platform. The meeting was presided over by M A Akmal Hossain Azad, Member...[+1128 chars]" 2025-02-25T13:46:52 Rules for sustainable bond offerings to take effect in March https://valorinternational.globo.com/markets/news/2025/02/25/rules-for-sustainable-bond-offerings-to-take-effect-in-march.ghtml https://s2-valorinternational.glbimg.com/2PuUzzjGOMlVEGVdje_rAdwE17k=/1200x/smart/filters:cover():strip_icc()/i.s3.glbimg.com/v1/AUTH_63b422c2caee4269b8b34177e8876b93/internal_photos/bs/2024/B/C/82s5BPSkex1BPRwhjzlg/guilherme-maranhao.jpeg PT en New rules and procedures for structuring sustainable bond offerings will take effect on March 24. The update follows a public consultation held between November and December. The new rules consider the type of sustainable bond being offered, evaluating whether the commitments made during issuance are tied to the allocation of funds, linked to sustainability targets, or both. New rules and procedures for structuring sustainable bond offerings—such as debentures, commercial notes, and securitization bonds, including real estate (CRIs), agribusiness (CRAs), and general recei...[+3115 chars] 2025-02-25T13:18:47 SEC Moves To Scrap Costly Climate Disclosure Rule Amid Legal Battles Kevin Killough https://climatechangedispatch.com/sec-moves-to-scrap-costly-climate-disclosure-rule-amid-legal-battles https://climatechangedispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/stock-exchange-fb.jpg US en The SEC is ready to quash the controversial climate disclosure rule, which will end the legal challenges that have been dropped on it. The rule requires public companies to disclose their corporate climate risks and targets and how they plan to manage those risks. It also requires them to report their Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and their plan to implement climate goals. Critics say the rule is costly, unnecessary and exceeds the commission's authority. "The Security and Exchange Commission appears ready to quash the controversial climate disclosure rule, which will end the legal challenges that have been dropped on it. [emphasis, links added] Acting ...[+2452 chars]" 2025-02-25T13:04:29 Australia regulator urges stock exchange to speed up IPO process Scott Murdoch https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/australia-regulator-urges-stock-exchange-speed-up-ipo-process-2025-02-25 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The number of listed companies on the Australian Securities Exchange has declined by 4% in the 10 years to 2024. Initial public offerings raised $2 billion in 2024, of which $1.3 billion was raised by a single company - data centre trust Digico (DGT.AX). Dealmakers have blamed the slump on global financial market volatility, private buyouts and strict IPO rules. SYDNEY, Feb 26 (Reuters) - Australia's securities regulator has urged the nation's stock exchange operator to be more proactive in making it easier and faster for companies to list to revive a flat-li...[+2371 chars] 2025-02-25T13:01:26 Sopra Steria recognised by CDP for its environmental performance for the 8th consecutive year Redazione Adnkronos https://www.adnkronos.com/immediapress/eng/sopra-steria-recognised-by-cdp-for-its-environmental-performance-for-the-8th-consecutive-year_4PvqFJzVUG887BhJxd5UUI https://www.adnkronos.com/assets/themes/desktop/images/adnkronos-share.jpg IT en "Sopra Steria has been included in the Carbon Disclosure Project's ""A list"". The CDP's annual assessment methodology is recognised as the benchmark for transparency and rating of companies' environmental programmes. Axelle Lemaire, Executive Director in charge of Sustainable Performance and Corporate Social Responsibility at Sopra Sterie welcomes the recognition." "The CDP's annual assessment methodology is recognised as the benchmark for transparency and rating of companies' environmental programmes. Sopra Steria's continued inclusion in the CDP's ""A list"" (the...[+1227 chars]" 2025-02-25T12:45:37 Ship Managers Make Changes to IMO Net-Zero Framework to Avoid Legal Action https://www.maritime-executive.com/corporate/ship-managers-make-changes-to-imo-net-zero-framework-to-avoid-legal-action https://maritime-executive.com/media/images/article/Photos/People/54297164747_d3099ce2e2_o.edd1b0.jpg US en Ship managers are concerned with the IMO's future net-zero framework and have suggested concrete changes to make it more effective. 20% of the global fleet is operated by a third-party technical ship manager as the ISM Manager. Ship managers have no say regarding the type of engine powering the managed ship and whether sails, solar, fuel cells or other installations are installed on board. "[By: InterManager] Ship managers have expressed concerns in connection with the International Maritime Organization's future net-zero framework and have suggested concrete changes which they believe w...[+3017 chars]" 2025-02-25T12:38:34 Companies continuing DEI initiatives Courier Newsroom https://newpittsburghcourier.com/2025/02/25/companies-continuing-dei-initiatives https://newpittsburghcourier.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/02/Costco.jpg US en Some companies are downsizing or disbanding their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in light of President Trump's executive order that ended DEI initiatives within federal agencies on his first day in office. Organizations such as Johnson and Johnson, JPMorgan Chase and Co., Goldman Sachs and Costco have been clear in their plans to continue DEI. "COMPANIES ACROSS MULTIPLE INDUSTRIES are doubling down on their commitments to the cause despite a shifting social and economic landscape. Credit: Omar Abascal/Unsplash by Aria Brent For New Pittsburg...[+5122 chars]" 2025-02-25T12:04:55 Why BP is ditching renewables Ross Clark https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/why-bp-is-ditching-renewables https://www.spectator.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-2198308202.jpg GB en In 2004, Goldman Sachs picked BP as the most environmentally and socially aware oil company. BP is fed up with being the class pet and wants to behave a bit more like its mates. Donald Trump humiliated Emmanuel Macron and is now the most popular politician in the world. Among the big, bad oil companies in borstal for environmental offenses, BP has long been the relatively benign one, the class pet. Remember how former chief executive Lord Browne two decades ago promi...[+614 chars] 2025-02-25T12:04:55 Why BP is ditching renewables Ross Clark https://www.spectator.com.au/2025/02/why-bp-is-ditching-renewables https://www.spectator.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages_2198308202.jpg AU en In 2004, Goldman Sachs picked BP as the most environmentally and socially aware oil company. BP's former chief executive Lord Browne promised to take the company Beyond Petroleum to a golden future of clean energy two decades ago, but the company has been relatively benign ever since. Among the big, bad oil companies in borstal for environmental offenses, BP has long been the relatively benign one, the class pet. Remember how former chief executive Lord Browne two decades ago promi...[+257 chars] 2025-02-25T12:02:50 EDISON INTERNATIONAL (NYSE: EIX) DEADLINE ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Edison ... Bernstein Liebhard LLP https://www.eagletribune.com/region/edison-international-nyse-eix-deadline-alert-bernstein-liebhard-llp-reminds-edison/article_d3c40cf4-b673-5371-b405-9ffa311f290b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Bernstein Liebhard LLP wants to know if you own shares of Edison International (NYSE: EIX). If so, did you purchase your shares between February 25, 2021 and February 6, 2025, inclusive, and did you lose money in your investment in Edison International? "NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP: Do you, or did you, own shares of Edison International (NYSE: EIX)? Did you purchase your shares between February 25, 2021 and Febru...[+122 chars]" 2025-02-25T12:00:00 Stock manipulation in derivatives market: SEBI proposes new method to prevent it, check details Odishatv Bureau https://odishatv.in/news/business/stock-manipulation-in-derivative-market-sebi-proposes-new-method-to-prevent-256625 https://images.odishatv.in/uploadimage/library/16_9/16_9_0/SEBI_1740472210.jpg IN en SEBI proposes shifting to the 'Future Equivalent' method for open interest calculation in equity derivatives. The aim is to reduce unfair trading bans and improve market efficiency, according to SEBI.    . , "SEBI proposes shifting to the 'Future Equivalent' method for open interest calculation in equity derivatives, aiming to reduce unfair trading bans and improve market efficiency. SEBI" 2025-02-25T11:52:41 Extraordinary Announcement of 4iG Plc. - on signing a contract of high importance (4iG Nyrt) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Extraordinary_Announcement_of_4iG_Plc_on_signing_a_contract_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/[] US en 4iG Public Limited Company has signed a contract of high importance. 4iG informs the participants of the capital market that today they have signed a high-profile contract with 4G Plc. (Extraordinary Announcement of 4G plc. on signing of high-stakes contract) ")Extraordinary Announcement of 4iG Plc. on signing a contract of high importance4iG Public Limited Company (hereinafter referred to as: ""4iG"") hereby informs the participants of the capital market tha...[+37 chars]" 2025-02-25T11:52:39 Amendment to Initial Registration Statement (Form S-1/A) (Alopexx Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Amendment_to_Initial_Registration_Statement_Form_S1_A_Alopex https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z0DtMyYQ7DA/0.jpg US en "Amendment No. 16 to form ""Selling Stockholder Plan of Distribution"" was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 24, 2025. It is filed with Registration No. 333-263328. The amendment is related to the stockholder plan of distribution." )As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 24, 2025Registration No. 333-263328UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWashington, D.C. 20549------------------------------...[+77 chars] 2025-02-25T11:48:06 BP expected to scrap renewables targets as part of performance reset Eleanor Butler https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/02/25/bp-expected-to-scrap-renewables-targets-as-part-of-performance-reset https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/07/80/86/1200x675_cmsv2_324af776-084b-5e00-b9da-26c76d841c5a-9078086.jpg FR en BP will abandon its pledge to increase renewable energy generation by 2030. It will also abandon its target to reach core earnings of $49 billion this year. BP failed to meet its core earnings goal of $40.9 billion for 2024. The firm will present its strategy to investors on Wednesday. BP will also share plans to divest assets and cut other low-carbon investments to reduce debt and boost returns. Activist investor Elliott Management is building up a significant stake in BP. "BP will abandon its pledge to increase renewable energy generation by 2030 when it presents its strategy to investors on Wednesday. CEO Murray Auchincloss will rescind the firm's aim to boost renewabl...[+2237 chars]" 2025-02-25T11:35:01 IGP Egbetokun orders 50% crime reduction Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4144836/igp-egbetokun-orders-50-crime-reduction.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed all commands of the Force to implement a comprehensive plan to reduce crime by 50% in a given area. The plan is to be implemented within the next three months.   The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed all commands of the Force to implement a comprehensive planThe post IGP Egbetokun orders 50% crime reduction appeared first on The Guard...[+73 chars] 2025-02-25T11:24:33 Asia's Great Sustainability Opportunity: Geopolitics Open the Door for ESG Dominance Finance Magnates https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Asia_s_Great_Sustainability_Opportunity_Geopolitics_Open_the https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/[] US en Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives have long been associated with Western-centric connotations. The rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape has helped to open the door to Asian dominance in matters relating to ESG initiatives. .   While environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives have long been associated with Western-centric connotations, the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape has helped to open the door to As...[+36 chars] 2025-02-25T11:19:30 BP to abandon pledge to cut oil and gas output as chief fights for group's survival The Irish Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/BP_to_abandon_pledge_to_cut_oil_and_gas_output_as_chief_figh https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/[] US en BP will abandon its pledge to reduce oil and gas output and announce a major divestment at its investor day on Wednesday, according to people familiar with the plan. Chief executive Murray Auchincloss is trying to convince activist to back the company's plan. BP will abandon its pledge to reduce oil and gas output and announce at least one major divestment at its investor day on Wednesday, said people familiar with the plan, as chief executive Murray Auchi...[+35 chars] 2025-02-25T11:13:40 BP to abandon pledge to cut oil and gas output as chief fights for group's survival Tom Wilson https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/02/25/bp-to-abandon-pledge-to-cut-oil-and-gas-output-as-chief-fights-for-groups-survival https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/5L5F7XW6X462A4XMRMYG3VB2HY.jpg?smart=true&auth=9aa31b4081a2fc99367227699665f2ee78315fc6060b9e3de6648457bf9e5741&width=1200&height=630 IE en BP will abandon its pledge to reduce oil and gas output and announce at least one major divestment at its investor day on Wednesday. Chief executive Murray Auchincloss is trying to convince activist Elliott Management that he can turn around the energy major. US hedge fund has built a near 5% stake in the FTSE 100 company. BP will abandon its pledge to reduce oil and gas output and announce at least one major divestment at its investor day on Wednesday, said people familiar with the plan, as chief executive Murray Auchi...[+6328 chars] 2025-02-25T11:11:25 EU's 2040 climate target to come this week, commission official says Zia Weise https://www.eenews.net/articles/eus-2040-climate-target-to-come-this-week-commission-official-says https://www.eenews.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/eenewslogo-sqaure.jpg US en The European Commission will publish a long-awaited revision of the bloc's climate legislation on Wednesday to set a new emissions-reduction goal for 2040. The EU executive recommended a 90 percent cut in planet-warming emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels a year ago. The Commission did not follow up with a formal proposal to enshrine the new target in law. The legislative process involving national governments and the European Parliament has not yet started. BRUSSELS — The European Commission on Wednesday will publish a long-awaited revision of the bloc's climate legislation to set a new emissions-reduction goal for 2040, a senior sommission official told...[+757 chars] 2025-02-25T11:11:12 SEBI mulls measures to boost trading convenience, strengthen risk monitoring in equity derivatives PTI https://www.deccanherald.com/business/markets/sebi-mulls-measures-to-boost-trading-convenience-strengthen-risk-monitoring-in-equity-derivatives-3420882 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2024-11-29%2F54h41cfw%2F2023-08-25T054930Z_1308439434_RC2GH0AJ0C4U_RTRMADP_5_INDIA-SEBI-DISCLOSURES.JPG?rect=0%2C0%2C3276%2C1720&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India has sought public comments on the proposals till March 17th.  SEBI has asked for comments from the public until March 17, 2017. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 909090 or visit their website. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has sought public comments on the proposals till March 17. 2025-02-25T11:08:00 UK Businesses Set Record with Female Leaders Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/uk-businesses-set-record-with-female-leaders-1414206 https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/64539946faf4aa0012e132d1/s960_DBT_Plaque-2.jpg US en UK leads the world in drive to increase the number of women on boards and in leadership at the top of firms. More than 60% of FTSE350 companies within striking distance of the 40% target for women's representation in boardrooms. The government recognises there is still more to do to bring more women into roles such as company Chairs and CEOs. "UK leads the world in drive to increase the number of women on boards and in leadership at the top of firms. More than 60% of FTSE350 companies within striking distance of the 40% target for women's r...[+10026 chars]" 2025-02-25T10:53:31 Govt plans National Green Financing Institution to achieve climate goals: NITI Aayog PTI https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/govt-plans-national-green-financing-institution-to-achieve-climate-goals-niti-aayog/118556877 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118556877,imgsize-14418,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/renewable/govt-plans-national-green-financing-institution-to-achieve-climate-goals-niti-aayog.jpg IN en The government is working to set up a National Green Financing Institution to support its net-zero carbon emissions target by 2070. NITI Aayog is examining structuring mechanisms for operationalising a potential Green Bank. India aims to reduce its GDP emission intensity by 45 per cent by 2030. "The government is working to set up a National Green Financing Institution to support its net-zero target by 2070, as current finance flows for climate initiatives remain much lower than the desired l...[+1172 chars]" 2025-02-25T10:51:00 Japan to Oblige Companies to Participate in Emissions Trading https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2025022500919/japan-to-oblige-companies-to-participate-in-emissions-trading.html https://www.nippon.com/en/ncommon/contents/news/2754538/2754538.jpg JP en The Japanese government adopted a bill Tuesday to oblige companies that emit at least 100,000 tons of carbon dioxide a year to participate in the country's carbon emissions trading system. The obligation is expected to apply to 300 to 400 companies, particularly those in high-emitting industries including steelmaking. "News from Japan Society Feb 25, 2025 19:51 (JST) Tokyo, Feb. 25 (Jiji Press)--The Japanese government adopted a bill Tuesday to oblige companies that emit at least 100,000 tons of carbon dioxide a yea...[+830 chars]" 2025-02-25T10:41:00 Adani Group set up on mini-America model, no need for external capital: CFO ETMarkets.com https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/adani-group-set-up-on-mini-america-model-no-need-for-external-capital-cfo/articleshow/118550489.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118550475,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-137164,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en "The Adani Group is structured to be a ""mini-US"" in terms of risk management and self-sufficiency. CFO Jugeshinder (Robbie) Singh said the conglomerate's businesses generate sufficient cash to fund its ambitious $100 billion investment plan over the next decade." "The Adani Group is structured to be a ""mini-US"" in terms of risk management and self-sufficiency , with no requirement for external capital to execute its business plans, Group CFO Jugeshinder (Robbie...[+6122 chars]" 2025-02-25T10:39:31 IGP orders 50% crime reduction Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4144727/igp-orders-50-crime-reduction.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed all commands of the Force to implement a comprehensive plan to reduce crime rates by 50 per cent in 2025. He gave instructions to all commands to implement the plan. The Nation Newspaper. The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed all commands of the Force to implement a comprehensive plan to reduce crime rates by 50 per cent in 2025. He gaveThe post IGP orders 50%...[+87 chars] 2025-02-25T10:38:21 Farnoush Farsiar on Why Sustainable Finance Is Important for Business Growth and Investment Returns in the UK Staff Reporter https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2025/02/farnoush-farsiar-on-why-sustainable-finance-is-important-for-business-growth-and-investment-returns-in-the-uk https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-10.jpeg GB en Sustainable finance is transforming the way businesses operate and attract investment in the UK. UK-managed impact investments reached £76.8 billion in assets under management by the end of 2023. ESG-driven finance is about profitability and long-term resilience. UK government has taken steps to promote green finance. Sustainable finance is no longer just a trend; it is transforming the way businesses operate and attract investment in the UK. In 2023 alone, UK-managed impact investments reached £76.8 billion in ass...[+9829 chars] 2025-02-25T10:36:00 SYZYGY AG: Managers' transactions announcement according to article 19 MAR https://www.pressetext.com/news/20250225014 https://www.pressetext.com/img/ptx_adhoc_tw_logo.jpg DE en Frank Wolfram sold shares worth 2.64 EUR 3,168.00 EUR to SYZYGY AG. The transaction took place on 24.02.2025 UTC+1 and took place at Tradegate at the place of MIC TGAT. "1 Details of the person discharging managerial responsibilities/person closely associated a) Name Frank Wolfram 2 Reason for the notification a) Position/status Member of the managing body b) Initial ...[+589 chars]" 2025-02-25T10:23:32 Europe set to change corporate sustainability rules Adam Maguire https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2025/0225/1498773-europe-commission-csrd https://img.rasset.ie/001d9a33-1600.jpg IE en The European Commission is expected to ease some of the rules around corporate sustainability reporting as part of expected changes to one of its directives. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive came into force in 2023 and requires all large and listed companies to be more transparent about the impact of their operations environmentally, socially and with regard to human rights. Around 50,000 companies across the European Union are currently within the scope of the directive. "The European Commission looks set to ease some of the rules around corporate sustainability reporting as part of expected changes to one of its directives. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Direc...[+2333 chars]" 2025-02-25T10:19:00 Capgemini Chief Advocates Balanced Workweek, Sparks Industry Discussion Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3276910-capgemini-chief-advocates-balanced-workweek-sparks-industry-discussion https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/22_08_2024_13_48_55_1509879.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en At the Nasscom Technology and Leadership Forum, Capgemini India's CEO Ashwin Yardi proposed a 47.5-hour workweek. Other voices at the event, including Marico's Saugata Gupta, stressed that achieving results should take precedence over the number of hours worked. At the Nasscom Technology and Leadership Forum, Capgemini India's CEO Ashwin Yardi proposed a 47.5-hour workweek, suggesting employees work nine hours a day over five days, and he discouraged sending ...[+509 chars] 2025-02-25T10:14:00 English winemaker Gusbourne board backs move to go private Harry Holmes https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/english-winemaker-gusbourne-board-backs-move-to-go-private/701443.article https://dmrqkbkq8el9i.cloudfront.net/Pictures/1024x536/4/8/8/350488_Gusbourne.jpg GB en English winemaker Gusbourne has received the go-ahead from its board to delist from the stock market and go private. General meeting of shareholders will be held on 7 March to vote on the delisting. If passed, Gusbourne will be delisted on 19 March. "English winemaker Gusbourne has received the go-ahead from its board to delist from the stock market and go private. The idea was first initiated by majority shareholder and former Conservative politi...[+1236 chars]" 2025-02-25T10:07:06 IGP orders police commands to reduce crime by 50% Vanguard https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4144637/igp-orders-police-commands-to-reduce-crime-by-50.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Egbetokun noted that the theme aligns with President Bola Tinubus security vision and reinforces the commitment to tackling insecurity. IGP orders police commands to reduce crime by 50% in line with the president's security vision, as well as the IGP's orders. Egbetokun noted that the theme aligns with President Bola Tinubus security vision and reinforces the commitment to tackling insecurity.The post IGP orders police commands to reduce crime by 50% appear...[+26 chars] 2025-02-25T10:03:11 S&P recognizes Thai Union as one of world's most sustainable firms https://www.undercurrentnews.com/2025/02/25/sp-recognizes-thai-union-as-one-of-worlds-most-sustainable-firms https://www.undercurrentnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TU-Tuna-Processing-4-e1645633717255.jpg FR en Thai Union Group has been named one of the world's most sustainable companies in the 2025 S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. Thai Union has committed THB 7.2 billion to its SeaChange 2030 initiative, aiming to reduce emissions by 42% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050. "Thai Union Group has been named one of the world's most sustainable companies, ranking in the top 1% of the 2025 S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. Scoring 85 out of 100 in S&P's Corporate Sustainabi...[+766 chars]" 2025-02-25T10:00:00 Fintech PR in 2025: Drofa Comms Reveals Key Trends for Industry Success in The Report PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fintech-pr-2025-drofa-comms-100000348.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/d4d62ee5219008d0313d76670222e42a US en Global venture funding for fintech startups dropped 16% in Q3 2024. New report from Drofa Comms highlights the key trends that will shape the industry and its public relations in 2025. There is a greater emphasis on founder-focused branding and the increasing importance of transparency and sustainability. LONDON, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Drofa Comms, a leading PR consultancy for finance and fintech, has released a new report highlighting the key trends that will shape the fintech sector and its pu...[+2764 chars] 2025-02-25T10:00:00 How ESG has been a business imperative for awards sponsor Almac Margaret Canning https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/events/how-esg-has-been-a-business-imperative-for-awards-sponsor-almac/a1105496460.html https://focus.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/thumbor/XtzPowCpa8ZqNMSKmbI7OpuF_VE=/0x0:800x533/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/f228778c-df92-4cb5-a883-89c695c71828/c9ade0a7-f0d0-40fd-9edd-89830c533142/f228778c-df92-4cb5-a883-89c695c71828.jpg GB en Embracing ESG as a business imperative at Almac has been crucial to driving their sustainability goals forward in the past 24 months. Almac supports its partners in delivering life-saving medicines across the globe and is conscious of its impact on the environment. As part of its journey to net zero, Almac is working on its transition to renewable energy and has signed a virtual power purchase agreement with a wind farm to provide electricity for its Craigavon headquarters. It is now zero waste to landfill in the facilities that represent 80% of its employee base. It has reached more than 17,000 post-primary pupils through in-person and virtual outreach programmes and supported 60 different charities through global "Embracing ESG as a business imperative at Almac has been crucial to driving our sustainability goals forward, particularly in the past 24 months. From our perspective, organisations must continue to k...[+3142 chars]" 2025-02-25T09:52:20 EU Mounts Major Retreat From ESG Agenda Amid Fierce Backlash John Ainger https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/news/eu-mounts-major-retreat-from-esg-agenda-amid-fierce-backlash/ar-AA1zHtea US en The European Commission is about to walk back significant chunks of planned ESG regulations. The final proposal is set to be made public on Wednesday. Germany and France have been lobbying hard for smaller and mid-sized companies to be excluded from the full scope of reporting requirements. Europe has well over 80% of the world's ESG fund assets. (Bloomberg) -- The European Union is about to walk back significant chunks of planned ESG regulations, amid a barrage of complaints that such rules are becoming a dead weight hampering EU efforts to c...[+6226 chars] 2025-02-25T09:52:16 Ship managers suggest changes to IMO's net-zero framework SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/ship_managers_suggest_changes_to_imo_8217s_netzero_framework https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/[] US en InterManager has submitted a proposal to IMO to develop a more practical and equitable framework for decarbonisation that is supported by all stakeholders within the shipping industry. InterManager has expressed concerns regarding the International Maritime Organization's future net-zero framework and has suggested changes to make the proposals more effective. Ship managers expressed concerns regarding the International Maritime Organization's future net-zero framework and have suggested changes to make the proposals more effective.InterManager released a s...[+233 chars] 2025-02-25T09:47:43 Korea Zinc announced on the 25th that it held the first Sustainable Management Promotion Committee i.. A Broadcasting Fan https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11250234 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202502/25/news-p.v1.20250225.087efa6f27964ee897b50b9efae83955_P1.jpg KR en Korea Zinc held the first Sustainable Management Promotion Committee for the first time this year. The main agenda included approval of the operating regulations and report on the previous year's social contribution activities. Korea Zinc plans to fulfill the social responsibilities of companies that grow together with local communities and neighbors. "사진 확대 Jeong Jeong-kyung, chairman of the Korea Zinc Sustainable Management Promotion Committee (5th from left), and key members of the committee are taking photos after the meeting. [Photo source = Ko...[+2768 chars]" 2025-02-25T09:47:29 Sino Land Recognised in CDP's 2024 'A List' for Corporate Sustainability Leadership in Climate Action Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/25/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/sino-land-recognised-in-cdps-2024-a-list-for-corporate-sustainability-leadership-in-climate-action/2061863 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/25/549357.jpg PH en "Sino Land Company Limited has been recognised as one of the first developers in Hong Kong to be included in CDP's highest benchmark, the 2024 'A List', for its leadership in corporate sustainability, transparency and performance on climate action. Mr Daryl Ng, Deputy Chairman and Chairman of the ESG Steering Committee of Sino Group said, 'We are honoured to be recognised among esteemed companies around the globe on the prestigious CDP ""A List"" for leadership in climate action'" "HONG KONG , Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sino Group ('the Group') is pleased to announce that Sino Land Company Limited ('Sino Land') (Stock Code: 0083.HK) has been recognised as one of the first dev...[+1562 chars]" 2025-02-25T09:23:20 Presidential Advisory Council Responds to IHSG Slipping After Danantara Launch Dinda Shabrina https://en.tempo.co/read/1979686/presidential-advisory-council-responds-to-ihsg-slipping-after-danantara-launch https://statik.tempo.co/data/2025/02/24/id_1379937/1379937_720.jpg?rand=9 ID en Indonesian stock market faced pressures a day after the launch of the Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) Danantara. The Indonesia Composite Index (IHSG) fell, with foreign investors withdrawing funds of Rp3.47 trillion. Presidential Advisory Council member Bambang Brodjonegoro believes that there is a misunderstanding among investors. TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian stock market faced pressures a day after the launch of the Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) Danantara. The Indonesia Composite Index (IHSG) fell, with foreign investors w...[+2070 chars] 2025-02-25T09:08:49 UK's biggest firms have gender-balanced boardrooms but lack women in top jobs Lawrence Matheson https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/uks-biggest-firms-gender-balanced-34742985 https://i2-prod.mirror.co.uk/money/article34742984.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_Women-now-occupy-434-of-boardroom-positions-across-FTSE-350-companies-a-report-found-AlamyPA.jpg GB en The UK's largest publicly traded companies have achieved gender-balanced boardrooms, according to a government-supported report. However, there are fewer than 10 female CEOs in the FTSE 100, compared to the previous 10. Marks & Spencer, Next, and Burberry have the highest percentage of female leaders, while Fresnillo, Antofagasta, Games Workshop and CMC Markets have less than a quarter female presence. "The UK's largest publicly traded companies have achieved gender-balanced boardrooms, according to a government-supported report. However, the scarcity of women in senior roles has resulted in fewer th...[+3717 chars]" 2025-02-25T08:55:28 Proposal to expand eligibility for business establishment VNA https://vir.com.vn/proposal-to-expand-eligibility-for-business-establishment-123457.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/022025/25/15/croped/proposal-to-expand-eligibility-for-business-establishment-20250225155146.jpg?randTime=1740483870 VN en The draft amendments to the Law on Enterprises proposes expanding the subjects eligible to establish businesses. It also proposes additional sanctions against enterprises that violate business registration regulations. If approved, the proposed reforms will facilitate smoother, more dynamic and transparent market entry for businesses in Vietnam. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC Indochine Counsel Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking Plastics BASF Prope...[+2877 chars] 2025-02-25T08:49:55 Commission pushes EU's 2040 climate target law into spring https://www.politico.eu/article/commission-pushes-eus-2040-climate-target-law-into-spring https://www.politico.eu/cdn-cgi/image/width=1200,height=630,fit=crop,quality=80,onerror=redirect/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/25/GettyImages-2196448821-scaled.jpg BE en The European Commission will not unveil its long-awaited proposal to enshrine the EU's new 2040 climate target on Wednesday. The 2040 target will be presented soon, but not as part of tomorrow's Clean Industrial Deal package, Commission spokesperson Anna-Kaisa Itkonen said. "The amendment will formalize last year's Commission recommendation to cut emissions by 90 percent by 2040. | Martin Bertrand/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images BRUSSELS — The European Commission will not...[+556 chars]" 2025-02-25T08:28:34 UK-listed player upgrades reserves and outlook for Timor Sea assets Upstream Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/UKlisted_player_upgrades_reserves_and_outlook_for_Timor_Sea_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/[] US en Jadestone Energy is seeking more appreciation from its investors and shareholders. UK-listed company exited last year with $u003Ca and is looking for a new partner. - Jadestoneenergy.co.uk. - Advertised. UK-listed Jadestone Energy is seeking more appreciation from its investors and shareholders after exiting last year with \u003Ca 2025-02-25T08:15:00 Ministry of the Environment Held 6th ESG Finance Award Japan Ceremony Ministry https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/release/202502244629 https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108538/202502244629/_prw_PI1lg_Jc8jWlqH.jpg JP en The Ministry of the Environment established the ESG Finance Awards Japan in 2019 to promote and expand ESG finance. This is the 6th year of the awards. The winners were announced on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. They are: Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company, Limited (Investors), The Shizuoka Bank, Ltd. (Banks), Osaka Gas Co., Ltd (Issuers/Borrowers), Infroneer Holdings Inc. (Thematic Award), DNV Business Assurance Japan K.K. (Environmentally Sustainable of the year), The Norinchukin Bank (Circular Economy Award) and WOOD ONE CO., LTD. The Ministry of the Environment conducts the ESG Finance Awards Japan to recognize and commend financial institutions and organizations actively engaged in ESG finance, as well as companies making eff...[+8376 chars] 2025-02-25T07:37:00 Ajay Hinduja's Blueprint for Sustainable Development Goals Autore shiveshmani https://fai.informazione.it/daiblog/0B4587FA-52A5-4902-A080-D9870744F02D/Ajay-Hinduja-s-Blueprint-for-Sustainable-Development-Goals https://p1.informazione.it/img/fai_5.jpg?width=200&height=200&mode=crop&scale=both IT en Ajay Hinduja shares his forward-thinking vision for advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He emphasizes a commitment to sustainable practices and innovative solutions that drive economic growth while safeguarding the environment. The initiative of Hinduja family aims to foster inclusive development that benefits all stakeholders. "25/02/2025 - 07:37 Ajay Hinduja shares his forward-thinking vision for advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), highlighting the critical role of partnerships among various sectors. He emphasiz...[+314 chars]" 2025-02-25T07:32:29 SMEs to be spared ESG reporting as EU plots major retreat on green rules https://www.businesspost.ie/article/smes-to-be-spared-esg-reporting-as-eu-plots-major-retreat-on-green-rules https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=ca446206-a274-5fed-ad35-2bad495daf76&type=preview&function=original IE en France has described ESG corporate reporting rules as 'hell' for smaller companies. The European Commission has proposed that regulations covering everything from ESG reporting requirements to supply-chain management should be watered down to avoid a major retreat on green rules. The proposal has not yet been approved. "SMEs to be spared ESG reporting as EU plots major retreat on green rules France has characterize ESG corporate reporting rules as 'hell' for smaller companies Business Post 07:30 The European Commissi...[+127 chars]" 2025-02-25T06:52:30 Raubex Group Limited's (JSE:RBX) Stock Has Shown Weakness Lately But Financial Prospects Look Decent: Is The Market Wrong? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/raubex-group-limiteds-jse-rbx-065230893.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/e18325c660d04f2fe88569956b7babe1 US en Raubex Group (JSE:RBX) has had a rough three months with its share price down 13%. However, the company's fundamentals look pretty decent and its long-term financials are aligned with future market price movements. Its ROE is 18%, which is similar to the industry average of 18%. The company's future payout ratio over the next three years is expected to stay at 38%. Raubex Group (JSE:RBX) has had a rough three months with its share price down 13%. However, the company's fundamentals look pretty decent, and long-term financials are usually aligned with future mark...[+4232 chars] 2025-02-25T06:38:28 BP to abandon pledge to cut oil and gas output as boss fights for group's survival Tom Wilson https://www.afr.com/companies/energy/bp-to-abandon-pledge-to-cut-oil-and-gas-output-as-boss-fights-for-group-s-survival-20250225-p5lf2p https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.537%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_119/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/e122710c0df882a3fca823bc3dea2f8356e56134 AU en BP will abandon its pledge to reduce oil and gas output and announce at least one major divestment at its investor day on Wednesday. Chief executive Murray Auchincloss is trying to convince activist Elliott Management that he can turn around the energy major. Elliott Management has built a near 5 per cent stake in the company. London | BP will abandon its pledge to reduce oil and gas output and announce at least one major divestment at its investor day on Wednesday, said people familiar with the plan, as chief executive Mur...[+294 chars] 2025-02-25T06:35:59 Good morning, BP Irina Slav https://irinaslav.substack.com/p/good-morning-bp https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:best,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Firinaslav.substack.com%2Ftwitter%2Fsubscribe-card.jpg%3Fv%3D1098734784%26version%3D9 US en BP is going to announce it won't pursue the target of cutting oil and gas production by 40% by 2030. It will also drop the target for a 20-fold increase in wind and solar electricity generation. The board of the company had the feeling CEO Auchincloss had been too slow in spelling out these changes. BP is going to announce it would no longer pursue the target of cutting oil and gas production by 40% — or the more recent 25% — by 2030 in a U-turn that was long overdue. The embarrassing part is tha...[+1830 chars] 2025-02-25T06:07:02 2025 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF SIKA AG https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/25/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/2025-annual-general-meeting-of-sika-ag/2061791 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/25/549240.jpg PH en Annual General Meeting of Sika AG will take place at the Zurich Convention Center in Zurich on February 25, 2025. The Board of Directors is proposing that the gross dividend be increased by 9.1% to CHF 3.60. Half of the dividend is to be distributed from the reserves from capital contributions. The replacement of the compensation cap for the variable compensation of the Group Management and the separate limits for the Performance Bonus and the Long Term Incentive Plan will be submitted to the Annual General Meeting for approval. "Ad Hoc Announcement Pursuant to Article 53 of the SIX Exchange Regulation Listing Rules 2025 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF SIKA AG The Board of Directors is likewise proposing that the gross dividend be i...[+1660 chars]" 2025-02-25T05:57:52 SEBI proposes new measures to make derivative market trading safer https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/sebis-new-proposals-to-strengthen-derivative-market-rules/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/2007101740459627.jpg IN en SEBI proposes introducing derivative contracts only on indices with at least 14 constituents. Derivatives on indices barring BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 should only be offered if the index meets certain criteria, according to the regulator. The nexus between cash and derivative markets still exists. "SEBI has also proposed that derivatives on indices barring BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 should only be offered if the index meets certain criteria. The regulator stated, ""Index derivatives are cash-set...[+195 chars]" 2025-02-25T05:06:08 Is ‘youth envy' reason for toxic work environments? https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/letters/20250225/letter-day-youth-envy-reason-toxic-work-environments https://jamaica-gleaner.com/sites/all/modules/features/jg_article/images/gleanerlogo300x300.png JM en Madam is writing to expose a persistent, festering rot: the victimisation and ostracism of those who dare to speak up. She has seen first-hand the ruthless retaliation that follows advocacy for fairness, transparency, and accountability. Employees who stand their ground pay with mental anguish, stagnated careers, and forced exits. "THE EDITOR, Madam: It is 2025 and here I am writing to expose a persistent, festering rot: the victimisation and ostracism of those who dare to speak up. Decades of corporate jargon have dressed up to...[+2888 chars]" 2025-02-25T05:00:00 City of Ekurhuleni and Eskom meet over debt issue Print Content https://www.citizen.co.za/brakpan-herald/news-headlines/2025/02/25/city-of-ekurhuleni-and-eskom-meet-over-debt-issue https://www.citizen.co.za/brakpan-herald/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2025/02/MunicipallityGenera_69829.jpg ZA en City of Ekurhuleni and Eskom met on February 20 to resolve the outstanding debt of the municipality. The parties agreed on cementing ongoing engagement and dispute resolution efforts to avoid public spats and address matters amicably as and when they arise. "City of Ekurhuleni and Eskom meet over debt issue The CoE and Eskom met on February 20 to resolve the outstanding debt of the municipality. The meeting, which was convened by the MMC for Finance and a...[+1013 chars]" 2025-02-25T04:33:30 AirAsia X adds internal targets to its financial disclosures Marga Manlapig https://www.traveldailymedia.com/airasia-x-adds-internal-targets-to-its-financial-disclosures https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-live-traveldailymedia/2025/02/cce6e60f-airasia-825x550-1.jpg US en AirAsia X (AAX) is adding its internal targets to its financial disclosures. This initiative aims to provide greater clarity on the company's financial performance in compliance with Bursa Malaysia's regulatory framework. AAX's consolidated financial guidance will outline revenue performance, EBITDA, and non-margin metrics. "As a way of reinforcing its commitment to transparency and accountability, AirAsia X (AAX) is adding its internal targets to its financial disclosures. This initiative aims to provide greater clarity ...[+2552 chars]" 2025-02-25T03:38:22 M'sia to push for better ties in green financing through Asean chairmanship Bernama https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2025/02/25/msia-to-push-for-better-ties-in-green-financing-through-asean-chairmanship https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cd8f6d8c-fadillah-yusof-fmt-resize-250225-1.webp MY en Malaysia is committed to positioning Asean as a global leader in sustainable finance. Deputy PM Fadillah Yusof is also energy transition and water transformation minister. He said sustainable finance regulations should be harmonised to reduce investor uncertainty and facilitate cross-border capital flows. He emphasised the importance of strengthening public-private partnerships to share investment risks and accelerate clean energy projects. "Deputy prime minister Fadillah Yusof said sustainable finance regulations should be harmonised across Asean to reduce investor uncertainty and facilitate cross-border capital flows. KUALA LUMPUR: Mala...[+3312 chars]" 2025-02-25T02:50:28 EVERUS ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Everus Construction Group, Inc. ... Bragar Eagel https://www.enidnews.com/region/everus-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-everus-construction-group-inc/article_0805a18b-8d36-57b7-8ef1-e740323211c4.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Everus Construction Group, Inc. (NYSE:ECG) on behalf of Everus stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Everus has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Everus Construction Group, Inc. ...[+2246 chars] 2025-02-25T02:03:00 EFC Symposium lends voice to inclusive workplaces and compliance needs https://www.ft.lk/business/EFC-Symposium-lends-voice-to-inclusive-workplaces-and-compliance-needs/34-773453 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_3bfc0bbe6f.jpg LK en The Employers' Symposium 2025 organised by the Employers Federation of Ceylon will take place on 28 February at the Monarch Imperial. This year's edition will unfold under the banner, 'Traversing turbulence – Fuelling enterprises for success'. Panellists from diverse business sectors will deliberate on key issues pertaining to this theme under three broad segments. The Employers' Symposium 2025 organised by the Employers' Federation of Ceylon (EFC) which is a much looked forward to event among the EFC's member-companies and other business stakeholders, will take...[+4034 chars] 2025-02-25T02:02:26 SK chemicals Achieves Leadership Grade A in CDP Climate Change and Water Security Assessment (SK Discovery Co Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/SK_chemicals_Achieves_Leadership_Grade_A_in_CDP_Climate_Chan https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/[] US en Achieved the highest A grade in both climate change and water security sectors. Selected for S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for the second consecutive year, ranking Top 2 among global chemical companies. High ratings were made possible by efforts to integrate ESG management into the business. )Achieved the highest A grade in both climate change and water security sectors, improving from last year Selected for S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for the second consecutive year, ranking Top 2...[+317 chars] 2025-02-25T02:02:18 EVERUS ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Everus Construction Group, Inc. ... Bragar Eagel https://www.eagletribune.com/region/everus-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-everus-construction-group-inc/article_9c481288-4842-5cf7-9c3c-dbdb9c0ab17f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Everus Construction Group, Inc. (NYSE:ECG) on behalf of Everus stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Everus has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Everus Construction Group, Inc. ...[+249 chars] 2025-02-25T00:28:00 Balancing Corporate Demands with Sustainability Goals Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/balancing-corporate-demands-with-sustainability-1413805 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1487956382158-bb926046304a%3Fixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bixid%3DMXwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHw%253D%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1351%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en Sustainability managers are employed by companies to reduce their environmental impact. Research shows that as they gain more seniority, sustainability managers lose their socio-environmental purpose and start to focus on the bottom-line results of sustainability initiatives. They are pushed to prioritise corporate goals over social good and their ideas fade. "A ""calling"" in the context of work might be characterised by a strong sense of purpose and a motivation beyond just being paid at the end of the month. It's mostly associated with occupations like hea...[+5492 chars]" 2025-02-25T00:07:54 Women now make up 43% of Britain's top boardrooms, report says Reuters https://uk.news.yahoo.com/women-now-43-britains-top-000754363.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/91b29a1229badbb71f8eee6e7415af99 US en Women make up about 43% of the boards of directors of Britain's 350 biggest public companies in 2024, according to a government-backed report. The report says more work is needed to boost women's representation in leadership roles. The number of women CEOs among FTSE 350 companies fell for the second consecutive year. LONDON (Reuters) - Women make up about 43% of the boards of directors of Britain's 350 biggest public companies, according to a government-backed report published on Tuesday that also said more work w...[+1841 chars] 2025-02-25T00:01:34 UK's Push for Gender Equality in Boardrooms Shows Progress Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3276369-uks-push-for-gender-equality-in-boardrooms-shows-progress https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/02_08_2024_17_33_58_4979857.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en In 2024, FTSE 350 companies reported women held 43.4% of board positions, up from 40.2% in 2023. Leadership roles increased from 33.5% to 35.3% year-on-year, but the number of women CEOs has declined for the second consecutive year. Women now constitute 43% of the boards in Britain's 350 largest public companies, according to a recent government-backed report. This figure represents progress in gender equality but highlights the ...[+784 chars] 2025-02-25T00:01:26 Women hold almost 45% of seats on FTSE 100 boards, report says Julia Kollewe https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/feb/25/women-hold-almost-45-of-seats-on-ftse-100-boards-report-says https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/7430c6f02e1b2f229f70f53705414a5f75f4b0b0/894_1221_3086_1852/master/3086.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=b568fc59fd75fb913ac51556e198f2ae GB en Women occupy more than two in five seats on the boards of Britain's biggest listed companies. The proportion of board positions held by women at FTSE 350 companies rose to a new all-time high of 43.4% last year, up from 42.1% in 2023. However, the number of women in top positions in the FTSe 350 fell slightly, to 19 female chief executives compared with 20 in2023. Women occupy more than two in five seats on the boards of Britain's biggest listed companies after further progress was made last year, but the number of female FTSE 100 chief executives dipped for a ...[+2828 chars] 2025-02-25T00:01:00 FTSE 350 firms achieve ‘gender-balanced' boardrooms but lack women in top jobs Anna Wise https://uk.news.yahoo.com/ftse-350-firms-achieve-gender-000100265.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/hlxUS5aigv_WIwTqFEnM1w--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/pa_viral_news_uk_120/e699dbca006f6661f1a55b7a5eff4014 US en FTSE Women Leaders Review's report shows that women occupy 43.4% of boardroom positions across FTSE 350 companies. This is up from 42.1% last year and marks a steep increase from 24.5% representation recorded in 2017. Listings with the highest proportion of female leaders include Marks & Spencer, Next, and Burberry, and publishing giants Pearson and Bloomsbury. Listed companies with the lowest proportion of women are Fresnillo, Antofagasta, Games Workshop and CMC Markets. The UK's biggest listed companies have achieved gender-balanced boardrooms, but a lack of women in top jobs has seen the number of female FTSE 100 chief executives fall below 10, according to a Govern...[+3810 chars] 2025-02-25T00:00:53 Sheda open to exploring more sustainable practices Bp Editor https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/02/25/sheda-open-to-exploring-more-sustainable-practices https://www.theborneopost.com/newsimages/2025/02/kch-240225-mt-salesshedaencore-p1.jpg MY en Inaugural 'Sheda: Encore Conference took place in Kuching yesterday. It was organised by the Sarawak Housing and Real Estate Developers Association. Deputy Minister of Energy and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni and Sheda president Augustine Wong exchanged the MoU documents with leading green certification bodies GreenRE and Greenbuildingindex Sdn Bhd. Five property developers were also presented with a certificate of recognition for submitting their projects for green rating assessment and certification. "Wong (right) and Yam exchange the MoU documents, witnessed by Dr Hazland and Ting (left). — Photo by Mohd Faisal Ahmad KUCHING (Feb 25): Local and regional think-tanks, businesses and policymakers are...[+2801 chars]" 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Omnibus Bill To Reduce EU Sustainability Reporting On February 26 Agenda Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/02/25/omnibus-bill-to-reduce-eu-sustainability-reporting-on-february-26-agenda https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/65c3dced34bb5a8eb05a6655/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Commission will present the Omnibus Simplification Package on February 26 at 8 am CEST. The package will look at the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the Corporate Due Diligence Directive. The EU Green Deal required businesses to address climate change and report carbon emissions. "BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - European Union leaders speak (Photo by) Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under ...[+4733 chars]" 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Is Your Company Suffering From Toxic Positivity? Mark Murphy https://www.forbes.com/sites/markmurphy/2025/02/25/is-your-company-suffering-from-toxic-positivity https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67bd04c9b13a423371643798/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=4625,3081,x0,y0,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Leaders should stop sugarcoating and share their company's challenges with their employees. They should also respond constructively to problems and not dismiss them with relentless positivity. Employees who feel well-informed about company challenges are 10 times more likely to recommend their company to others. "Is Your Company Suffering from Toxic Positivity? Leaders have long been told to be optimistic, to inspire confidence, and to keep morale high. But when that optimism veers into avoidance—when every ch...[+3812 chars]" 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Trust, Talent, And Transparency: Why Public Employee Handbooks Work Phil Kirschner https://www.forbes.com/sites/philkirschner/2025/02/25/trust-talent-and-transparency-why-public-employee-handbooks-work https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b8a44c295a8cc7aa7e6e19/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=2472,1158,x0,y202,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en "A public company handbook is a valuable resource that promotes transparency, helps with recruitment, and increases efficiency in operations. McKinsey's research highlights the power of clear working norms and leadership behavior over presence policies. The Edelman Trust Barometer reports an ""unprecedented global decline for employer trust"". Public employees handbooks improve cultural transparency, recruiting efficiency and onboarding effectiveness." "A public company handbook is more than just a tool for HR; it is a valuable resource that promotes ... [+] transparency, helps with recruitment, and increases efficiency in operations. Effective manag...[+6012 chars]" 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Europe At A Crossroads: Business Leaders Must Take The Lead Sylvain Duranton https://www.forbes.com/sites/sylvainduranton/2025/02/25/europe-at-a-crossroads-business-leaders-must-take-the-lead https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67be1e7c916bf89ce4df7269/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Leaders of the DAX and CAC 40, Europe needs you to take the reins to drive change. Europe is struggling to match the pace of innovation set by its global competitors. Donald Trump's election could be an opportunity for Europe if it rekindles its ambitions and mobilizes its best talents. USA - 2001: 2 col x 3 in / 96x76 mm / 327x259 pixels Kurt Strazdins color illustration of the flag ... [+] of the European Union and the Council of Europe; with map of Western Europe. (Tribune News Se...[+4434 chars] 2025-02-25T00:00:00 All Signs Indicate EU Taxonomy Unchanged In Omnibus Proposal Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/02/25/all-signs-indicate-eu-taxonomy-unchanged-in-omnibus-proposal https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/672259e254471c9be6c3438b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Union wants to reform the laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climate change and report carbon emissions. A draft version of the Omnibus Simplification Package was leaked on February 22. Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, announced her intention to revamp sustainability regulations to reduce the burden on businesses. Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climat...[+4619 chars] 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Promoter Pledging In BSE-500 Stocks Slips To... https://m.rediff.com/news/commentary/2025/feb/25/promoter-pledging-in-bse500-stocks-slips-to.../43cdea15c3292e0ab4239477ac79ae80 https://im.rediff.com/money/2013/oct/22sen3.jpg IN en Promoter pledged holdings have been on a decline amid the ongoing market selloff. The number of companies with outstanding promoter pledges fell to 69 from 77 reported a year ago. Promoters are being more selective about pledging shares to avoid complications from margin calls and stock price declines. "Promoter pledged holdings have been on a decline amid the ongoing market selloff. According to an analysis by Kotak Institutional Equities of the pledged holdings of BSE-500 companies, the pledged hol...[+1117 chars]" 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Women's Climate Leadership Takes Collaboration and Courage Time https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Women_s_Climate_Leadership_Takes_Collaboration_and_Courage https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Gloria Walton is the President and CEO of The Solutions Project. She believes that driving climate impact is about a sense of community, amplifying diverse stories and 'building bridges' in a world that constantly divides. She also believes that it is a feminist approach to leadership. For Gloria Walton, President and CEO of The Solutions Project, driving climate impact is about a 'sense of community' and—in a world that constantly divides—figuring out how to advance solutions throu...[+155 chars] 2025-02-25T00:00:00 The UN Global Compact reaffirms its support for efforts toward mandatory human rights and environmental due diligence (United Nations Global Compact) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/The_UN_Global_Compact_reaffirms_its_support_for_efforts_towa https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The UN Global Compact reiterates its support for advancing business respect for human rights through mandatory due diligence requirements. The European Union is making efforts to streamline and simplify its corporate sustainability. The Global Compact is signed by the United States of America and the European Union. ) New York, United States of America Building on previous statements, the UN Global Compact reiterates its support for advancing business respect for human rights through mandatory due diligence requi...[+112 chars] 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Sebi proposes fresh steps to tighten derivative market rules The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Sebi_proposes_fresh_steps_to_tighten_derivative_market_rules_o https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SEBI has introduced proposals to lower position limits for equity stock derivatives and tighten index for equity derivative shares.   Â . i in the proposal. in which SEBI proposes to lower the position limits SEBI has introduced proposals to lower position limits for equity stock derivatives and tighten index 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Sustainability in modern Irish businesses: Everything you need to know Irish Independent https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Sustainability_in_modern_Irish_businesses_Everything_you_nee https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en sustainability into business strategies and operations is no longer a problem for business strategy and operations. It's not a problem at all. It is a matter of business strategy, and operations and business strategy. Sustainability. Business strategy and business operations. Incorporating sustainability into business strategies and operations is no 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Europe set to change corporate sustainability rules RTE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Europe_set_to_change_corporate_sustainability_rules https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission looks set to ease some of the rules around corporate sustainability reporting as part of expected changes to one of its directives. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive came into force in 2023 and requires all large and listed companies to be more transparent about the impact. The European Commission looks set to ease some of the rules around corporate sustainability reporting as part of expected changes to one of its directives. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Direc...[+184 chars] 2025-02-25T00:00:00 BP: a ‘line in the sand' or ‘more of the same'? Recharge https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/BP_a_line_in_the_sand_or_more_of_the_same https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Chief executive Murray Auchincloss tipped to deliver a 'fundamental change' in strategy for oil giant. A few years ago, the company was a byword for black-to-green shift. Now, it's a symbol of a green shift. Chief executive Murray Auchincloss tipped to deliver a 'fundamental change' in strategy for oil giant that just a few years ago was a byword for black-to-green shift 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Sasol cuts emissions-reduction capex as it confirms rejigged plan Mining Weekly https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Sasol_cuts_emissionsreduction_capex_as_it_confirms_rejigged_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sasol confirms changes to its emission reduction roadmap and announces material. JSE-listed Sasol has confirmed significant changes to the roadmap and announced material changes to it. It is also announcing material changes in its EROI. - Sasol is a company listed on the JSE. JSE-listed Sasol has confirmed significant changes to its emission reduction roadmap (ERR), while also announcing material 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Yatsen Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Yatsen_Announces_Fourth_Quarter_and_Full_Year_2024_Financial https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Conference Call to Be Held at 7:30 A.M. U.S. Eastern Time on February 25, 2025. Yatsen Holding Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended. yatsen is a leading China-based beauty group. "Conference Call to Be Held at 7:30 A.M. U.S. Eastern Time on February 25, 2025 GUANGZHOU, China, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yatsen Holding Limited (""Yatsen"" or the ""Company"") (NYSE: YSG), a leading...[+117 chars]" 2025-02-25T00:00:00 SEBI Proposes New Risk Metrics For Equity Derivatives: Will It Impact Small Investors? News18 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/SEBI_Proposes_New_Risk_Metrics_For_Equity_Derivatives_Will_I https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The proposal to revise index derivatives position limits is under consideration to reduce manipulation risks, as well as revise index derivative trading limits. Â   in the proposal to reduce index derivatives trading limits is also under consideration, as is revising index derivatives market positions. Furthermore, the proposal to revise index derivatives position limits is under consideration to reduce manipulation risks. 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Experts seek clarity on SEBI's ‘exigency' exemption to consultations Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Experts_seek_clarity_on_SEBI_s_exigency_exemption_to_consult https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SEBI's recent notification allows its chairperson to bypass the usual consultation process for regulatory changes. Experts are concerned about transparency and potential for overreach. Traditionally, the market consults with the chairperson about 'exigencies' before regulatory changes are made. SEBI's recent notification allowing its chairperson to bypass the usual consultation process for regulatory changes has raised concerns over transparency and potential for overreach, with experts seek...[+57 chars] 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Statement of transactions in own shares from February 17, 2025 to February 21, 2025 (Safran SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/25/Statement_of_transactions_in_own_shares_from_February_17_202 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The trades were executed by Citigroup Global Markets Europe AG. Safran may not influence the date, the price and the number of shares purchased. The trading period is from 17/02/25 to 21/02-25. The trades have been executed pursuant to a discretionary mandate. ) Disclosure of trading in own shares from 17/02/25 to 21/02/25 NB: The trades have been executed by Citigroup Global Markets Europe AG pursuant to a discretionary mandate pursuant to which Safran may...[+91 chars] 2025-02-25T00:00:00 Trends in sustainability: Exploring financing opportunities in Indonesia Andjarsari Paramaditha https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2025/02/26/trends-in-sustainability-exploring-financing-opportunities-in-indonesia.html https://img.jakpost.net/c/2024/11/23/2024_11_23_157617_1732336301._large.jpg ID en The sustainability sphere is currently grappling with numerous challenges and the outlook remains precarious. The market value of sustainable bonds has reached US$4.95 trillion as of the end of February 2025. Emerging markets accounted for 21 percent of GSS+ issued and 13 percent of green, sustainability and sustainability-linked (GSS+) loans in 2024. "T he sustainability sphere is currently grappling with numerous challenges, and the outlook remains precarious, particularly in the coming years. Key factors such as geopolitical disruptions, evolving...[+3191 chars]" 2025-02-25T00:00:00 ICSI Declares CS Executive 2024 Results: How to Download Scorecard Now Our Correspondent https://www.telegraphindia.com/edugraph/news/results-of-icsi-cs-executive-december-2024-announced-full-details-here/cid/2085619 https://assets.telegraphindia.com/telegraph/2022/Sep/1662700814_result-2.jpg IN en The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has announced the results of the CS Executive Programme December 2024 session on February 25, 2025. Candidates who appeared for the examination can access their results on the official website, icsi.edu. According to ICSI, the results include a subject-wise breakdown of marks and are available exclusively online. The next examination for the CS Professional and Executive Programmes is scheduled from June 1 to June 10, 2025, with online registrations beginning on February 26. "Summary The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has officially announced the results of the CS Executive Programme December 2024 session on February 25, 2025. Candidates who appeared for ...[+1434 chars]" 2025-02-25T00:00:00 MPFA raises bar for disclosures on ESG funds The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/section-news/section/2/270435/MPFA-raises-bar-for-disclosures-on-ESG-funds https://www.thestandard.com.hk/newsImage/20250225/50099200contentPhoto1.jpg?1740427823 HK en The Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority has told scheme providers to disclose more information about environmental, social and governance funds. Hong Kong has over 220 ESG funds, managing assets totaling HK$1.2 trillion as of December. MPFA chairwoman Ayesha Macpherson Lau has developed principles for sustainable investing for the MPF industry. "Staff reporter The Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority has told MPF scheme providers to disclose more information about environmental, social and governance funds amid Hong Kong's push to becom...[+1135 chars]" 2025-02-24T23:45:00 Apt response http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202502/25/WS67bd0493a310c240449d6fd9.html http://img2.chinadaily.com.cn/images/202502/25/67bd0493a310c240e2412eb8.jpeg CN en There are four major deficits in global governance: peace deficit, development deficit, security deficit and governance deficit. Global governance deficit is caused by climate change, degraded ecosystems, and liberalization and facilitation of trade and investment. It is imperative to foster a universal consensus on the principles for global governance. The first principle is sovereign equality. The second principle is voluntary compliance. The third principle is balanced rights and responsibilities. The fourth principle is mutual benefits with compensation. The fifth principle is giving priority to action. "WANG XIAOYING/CHINA DAILY Countries adhering to six principles would reduce the global governance deficit, which is an imperative need President Xi Jinping has mentioned on multiple occasions that cha...[+6764 chars]" 2025-02-24T23:05:00 BluSky Carbon Announces Closing of Convertible Debenture Financing and Unit Offering Blu Sky Carbon Inc. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/blusky-carbon-announces-closing-convertible-230500818.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/4bf062e4fb6c408c8e64bb342c8e9718 US en BluSky Carbon Inc. (CSE:BSKY) has closed the previously-announced non-brokered private placement of convertible debentures for $750,000. The Company also completed its previously announced non-bought private placement offering of units for $222,000, issuing 1,110,000 units. The net proceeds from the Offerings are intended to be used for the development of the Company's business model and for general working capital purposes. "OLD SAYBROOK, CT AND VANCOUVER, BC / / February 24, 2025 / BluSky Carbon Inc. (CSE:BSKY) (""BluSky"" or the ""Company""), an innovative entry into the carbon removal clean technology sector, is pleased to...[+5368 chars]" 2025-02-24T22:47:25 Australian regulator pushes market operator ASX on fee transparency, competition Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/australian-regulator-pushes-market-operator-224725870.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/17d6fcf527d3ccabf4a5ee0aedc3378e US en Australia's stock market operator, ASX, will be required to publish a comparison of clearing and settlement fees against foreign providers and justify any fee increases to promote competition. ASX is responsible for some A$5 billion ($3.2 billion) of trades a day. The new rules will become effective in three months. SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia's corporate regulator said on Tuesday the country's stock market operator would be required to publish a comparison of clearing and settlement fees against foreign provide...[+1481 chars] 2025-02-24T22:25:18 Jushi Holdings Inc. to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results on March 6, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/25/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/jushi-holdings-inc-to-report-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-financial-results-on-march-6-2025/2061649 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/25/549059.png PH en Jushi Holdings Inc. is a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator. It expects to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024, after the market closes on March 6, 2025. Management will host a conference call and audio webcast at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss the Company's financial results. "BOCA RATON, Fla., Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jushi Holdings Inc. (""Jushi' or the ""Company') (CSE: JUSH) (OTCQX: JUSHF) , a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator, announced that i...[+1117 chars]" 2025-02-24T22:23:30 ExxonMobil's tax practices in Guyana under scrutiny amid financial disparities Amelia Robinson https://www.caribbeannationalweekly.com/news/caribbean-news/exxonmobils-tax-practices-in-guyana-under-scrutiny-amid-financial-disparities https://www.caribbeannationalweekly.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/President-of-ExxonMobil-Guyana-Alistair-Routledge.webp US en ExxonMobil Limited Guyana paid G$49.5 billion in taxes to the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) in 2023. Since 2019, US$6.05 billion was deposited into the fund, with US$786 million in royalty payments. Since oil production began in December 2019, Guyana has lost over US$10 billion in potential taxes due to ExxonMobil's tax exemption. ExxonMobil Limited Guyana (EMGL), the operator of the Stabroek Block, has come under increasing scrutiny for its tax practices, with concerns raised over the company's tax payments and its decision to...[+2930 chars] 2025-02-24T22:22:57 Venture (SGX:V03) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of SGD0.50 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/venture-sgx-v03-paying-dividend-222257413.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/652d766724cd85c58695a2099131a0ff US en Venture Corporation Limited (SGX:V03) will pay a dividend of SGD0.50 on the 19th of May. The annual payment will be 5.8% of the current stock price. The company has a long dividend history but it has been cut at least once in the last 10 years. Over the past five years, Venture's EPS has declined at around 7.6% a year. Venture Corporation Limited (SGX:V03) will pay a dividend of SGD0.50 on the 19th of May. This means that the annual payment will be 5.8% of the current stock price, which is in line with the average f...[+3304 chars] 2025-02-24T22:09:40 Trump-designated acting SEC chair Uyeda takes aim at criticized and contested climate rule https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/energy/trump-designated-acting-sec-chair-uyeda-takes-aim-criticized-and-contested https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2025-02/Mark%20Uyeda.jpg?h=a71fd686&itok=Ev6TnJ1d US en The SEC is ready to quash the controversial climate disclosure rule. The rule requires public companies to disclose corporate climate risks and targets and how they plan to manage those risks. It also requires them to report their Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. It faced a barrage of lawsuits from interest groups, trade associations and 43 states. The challenges were consolidated in the Eighth Circuit and the SEC announced in April it would not implement the rule while the legal challenges played out. "The Security and Exchange Commission appears ready to quash the controversial climate disclosure rule, which will bring to an end the legal challenges dropped on it. Acting Chairman Mark Uyeda, design...[+4977 chars]" 2025-02-24T22:01:29 Jushi Holdings Inc. to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results on March 6, 2025 Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/jushi-holdings-inc-to-report-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-financial-results-on-march-6-2025 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM2MjI1NSM2NzYxNDAxIzIxOTUzODU= CA en Jushi Holdings Inc. is a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator. It expects to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024, after the market closes on March 6, 2025. Management will host a conference call and audio webcast at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss the financial results. "Article content BOCA RATON, Fla., Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Jushi Holdings Inc. ('Jushi' or the 'Company') (CSE: JUSH) (OTCQX: JUSHF), a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator, an...[+314 chars]" 2025-02-24T22:00:00 The Debate Over Big Oil's Role in Climate Change Editor Oil Price.com https://www.yahoo.com/news/debate-over-big-oils-role-220000485.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en Some believe that Big Oil should be held responsible for climate-related disasters, such as California's wildfires. Big Oil accounted for just 5.4% of global CO? emissions in 2023, according to the Statistical Review of World Energy. The vast majority of oil and gas production comes from national oil companies such as Saudi Arabia, Russia, and China. Some believe that 'Big Oil' should be held financially accountable for climate-related disasters, such as California's wildfires. Their rationale? Major oil and gas companies are profitable and have c...[+4191 chars] 2025-02-24T21:44:57 Hess Midstream LP to Participate in Morgan Stanley Energy & Power Conference Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/hess-midstream-lp-to-participate-in-morgan-stanley-energy-power-conference/article_3da7e077-1ad1-5cbe-8146-a79ef2e25112.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Jonathan Stein, Chief Financial Officer, and Jennifer Gordon, Vice President, Investor Relations, will meet with investors at the Morgan Stanley Energy & Power Conference on March 6, 2025. This page requires Javascript to be able to read premium content. It is required to enable it in your browser settings. "HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 24, 2025-- Hess Midstream LP (NYSE: HESM) ('Hess Midstream') announced today that Jonathan Stein, Chief Financial Officer, and Jennifer Gordon, Vice President, Investor R...[+3220 chars]" 2025-02-24T21:20:00 Civitas Resources, Inc. Appoints Lloyd W. Helms, Jr. to Board of Directors Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/civitas-resources-inc-appoints-lloyd-212000637.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/RBXX3NHP.cDrOtDcI_IAkw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0yNTE-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/d363fe83c09aa51e7510c7497a2f8764 US en Billy Helms, Jr. has been appointed to Civitas Resources' Board of Directors effective immediately. Helms has more than 15 years of executive management experience and over 40 years of oil and gas industry experience. Civitas' board of directors is now comprised of 10 directors, nine of whom are independent members. "DENVER, February 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Civitas Resources, Inc. (NYSE: CIVI) (""Civitas"" or the ""Company""), today announced that Lloyd W. ""Billy"" Helms, Jr. has been appointed to the Company's Boar...[+2232 chars]" 2025-02-24T21:17:08 Hess Midstream LP to Participate in Morgan Stanley Energy & Power Conference Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/hess-midstream-lp-to-participate-in-morgan-stanley-energy-power-conference/article_9bcebc6b-dcf5-5d8b-b783-04fe55af79e0.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Jonathan Stein, Chief Financial Officer and Jennifer Gordon, Vice President, Investor Relations, will meet with investors at the Morgan Stanley Energy & Power Conference on March 6, 2025. Hess Midstream LP (NYSE: HESM) announced today that Jonathan Stein, its CFO, will attend the conference. Hess Midstream LP (NYSE: HESM) ('Hess Midstream') announced today that Jonathan Stein, Chief Financial Officer, and Jennifer Gordon, Vice President, Investor Relations, will meet with investors at the...[+59 chars] 2025-02-24T21:15:00 Equity Commonwealth Announces Time Change for Its Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Conference Call Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/equity-commonwealth-announces-time-change-211500370.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/292825e6bccc01208f54ee57e6fa4fbc US en The fourth quarter and full year 2024 conference call will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 1:00 pm Central Time, rather than the previously scheduled time of 9:00 am Central Time. The conference call is available via live audio webcast on the Investor Relations section of the company's website. "CHICAGO, February 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Equity Commonwealth (NYSE: EQC) (""the Company"") announced today a change to the timing of the previously announced fourth quarter and full year 2024 confer...[+1268 chars]" 2025-02-24T21:00:00 Central Pattana celebrates position on ESG rankings https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2967586/central-pattana-celebrates-position-on-esg-rankings https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/02/25/5483386_700.jpg TH en Central Pattana Plc's sustainability performance has earned the company a place on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class indices for seven consecutive years among 244 global real estate firms. CPN was the first Thai real estate company to introduce a green bond and sustainability-linked bond, raising over 21 billion baht to fund the development of mixed-use projects and green buildings in Thailand and overseas. The company has also earned the highest SET ESG Rating of 'AAA', an MSCI ESG rating of 'BBB', and has been listed on the FTSE4Good Index. "Central Pattana Plc's sustainability performance has earned the company a place on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class indices for seven consecutive years among 244 global real estate firms. Central Pattana (...[+2012 chars]" 2025-02-24T21:00:00 CPN celebrates position on ESG rankings https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2967586/cpn-celebrates-position-on-esg-rankings https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/02/25/5483386_700.jpg TH en Central Pattana Plc's sustainability performance has earned the company a place on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class indices for seven consecutive years among 244 global real estate firms. CPN was the first Thai real estate company to introduce a green bond and sustainability-linked bond, raising over 21 billion baht to fund the development of mixed-use projects and green buildings in Thailand and overseas. The company has also earned the highest SET ESG Rating of 'AAA', an MSCI ESG rating of 'BBB', and has been listed on the FTSE4Good Index. "Central Pattana Plc's sustainability performance has earned the company a place on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class indices for seven consecutive years among 244 global real estate firms. Central Pattana (...[+2012 chars]" 2025-02-24T20:43:36 CORRECTION -- Intchains Group Limited to Report Unaudited Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results on Thursday, February 27, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/25/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/correction-intchains-group-limited-to-report-unaudited-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-financial-results-on-thursday-february-27-2025/2061560 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) will release its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024 ended December 31, 2024. Management team will host an earnings conference call to discuss its financial results at 8:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time on February 27, 2025 (9:00 AM Beijing Time on Feb 28, 2025). A live and archived webcast of the conference call will also be available at the Company's website at:https://intchains.com/ "SHANGHAI, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) (""we,' or the ""Company'), a provider of integrated solutions consisting of efficient mining products for altcoins, and...[+1404 chars]" 2025-02-24T20:41:00 Nagpur University's PGTD of Law holds national seminar on ‘Balancing Profit and Planet' TNN https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/nagpur/nagpur-universitys-pgtd-of-law-holds-national-seminar-on-balancing-profit-and-planet/articleshow/118537825.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-118537820,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-55848,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en The Post Graduate Teaching Department of Law, Nagpur University hosted a national seminar on 'Business strategy and environmental sustainability' on February 22. The objective was to explore the role of business strategies in fostering environmental sustainability within India. The seminar concluded with vote of thanks by Padma Chobe. "Nagpur: The Post Graduate Teaching Department of Law, Nagpur University successfully hosted a national seminar on ' Business strategy and environmental sustainability ' on February 22. Tired of too ma...[+2016 chars]" 2025-02-24T20:34:54 "Governor DeSantis establishes Florida DOGE Team, DOGE Florida account quickly highlights ""wasteful spending"" by City of Gainesville" JENNIFER CABRERA https://alachuachronicle.com/governor-desantis-establishes-florida-doge-team-doge-florida-account-quickly-highlights-wasteful-spending-by-city-of-gainesville https://alachuachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250224-DOGE-Florida.png US en Governor Ron DeSantis signed an Executive Order establishing the EOG DOGE Team within the Office of Policy and Budget in the Executive Office of the Governor. The team's job is to ensure compliance with the Executive Order, identify and report unnecessary spending within county and municipal governments, coordinate with the State University System and Florida College System, and recommend legislative reforms to promote efficiency and eliminate waste in state and local government. "BY JENNIFER CABRERA TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today Governor Ron DeSantis signed an Executive Order establishing the EOG DOGE Team within the Office of Policy and Budget in the Executive Office of the Gover...[+1331 chars]" 2025-02-24T20:32:48 CORRECTION -- Intchains Group Limited to Report Unaudited Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 ... Intchains Group Limited https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/correction----intchains-group-limited-to-report-unaudited-fourth-quarter-and-full-year/article_2f50b2be-8c52-55ae-99bd-014b7a7cd19f.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) will release its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024 ended December 31, 2024. The company will hold ETH-based cryptocurrencies as its long-term asset reserve to support its Web3 industry development initiatives. SHANGHAI, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) ('we,' or the 'Company'), a provider of integrated solutions consisting of efficient mining products for altcoins, and...[+353 chars] 2025-02-24T19:39:12 JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon reaffirms DEI commitment despite industry shift, CNBC reports Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/jpmorgan-ceo-jamie-dimon-reaffirms-dei-commitment-despite-industry-shift-cnbc-2025-02-24 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/VM6R37GTFRKORJG73CFC66FLZY.jpg?auth=d01ac7965ce9c5376550e24e6db1d081618b895992ce7a5416ffd317e325e639&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en JPMorgan Chase will continue its diversity efforts, CEO Jamie Dimon said in an interview with CNBC on Monday. Several corporate giants have been softening their diversity initiatives in response to President Donald Trump's push to dismantle such programs in the federal government and the private sector. Feb 24 (Reuters) - JPMorgan Chase (JPM.N), opens new tab will continue its diversity efforts, its CEO Jamie Dimon said in an interview with CNBC on Monday, despite a broader corporate retreat from suc...[+946 chars] 2025-02-24T19:38:54 JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon reaffirms DEI commitment despite industry shift Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/jpmorgan-ceo-jamie-dimon-reaffirms-193854018.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/2b267517417f687f9db6a73542e3f5eb US en JPMorgan Chase will continue its diversity efforts, CEO Jamie Dimon said in an interview with CNBC on Monday. Several corporate giants have been softening their diversity commitments amid a push by President Donald Trump to dismantle such programs in the federal government and the private sector. "(Reuters) - JPMorgan Chase will continue its diversity efforts, its CEO Jamie Dimon said in an interview with CNBC on Monday, despite a broader corporate retreat from such initiatives. The bank will c...[+766 chars]" 2025-02-24T19:38:45 JPMorgan Chase Upholds Diversity Amid Corporate Shift Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3276292-jpmorgan-chase-upholds-diversity-amid-corporate-shift https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/20_06_2024_01_51_21_1318263.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en JPMorgan Chase is standing firm on its diversity efforts, affirmed CEO Jamie Dimon in a Monday CNBC interview. The bank aims to sustain outreach to Black, Hispanic, LGBT, veteran, and disabled communities. This comes amid numerous corporate retreats from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) commitments. JPMorgan Chase is standing firm on its diversity efforts, affirmed CEO Jamie Dimon in a Monday CNBC interview, opposing a wider corporate trend of retracting such initiatives. Despite the challenge, t...[+752 chars] 2025-02-24T19:30:00 ZTE again makes prestigious CDP A List for leading climate action, reinforcing global climate leadership Feb. 24, 2025 19:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6044258 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F02%2F24%2F222460237f1f49e8b9108a138329b40f.jpg TW en ZTE has been recognized with the prestigious CDP A score for leading climate action in CDP's 2024 disclosures. This accomplishment underscores ZTE's unwavering commitment to environmental transparency, sustainable practices, and its core competitiveness in green development. ZTE has developed green smart campuses to achieve low-carbon development through eco-friendly office practices, research and development, and green manufacturing. The company has implemented innovative 5G+ green practices across 15 key sectors, including steel, electronics manufacturing, transportation, and energy. SHENZHEN, China , Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has once again been r...[+4913 chars] 2025-02-24T19:18:48 We need meaningful, not less, EDI and climate action in turbulent times Amy Janzwood https://theconversation.com/we-need-meaningful-not-less-edi-and-climate-action-in-turbulent-times-249683 https://images.theconversation.com/files/650703/original/file-20250221-32-kpx45j.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C506%2C3600%2C1800&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Trump administration is trying to obstruct climate action and penalize equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the United States. In Canada, conservative leader Pierre Poilievre blamed carbon pricing for driving up prices and some universities are moving away from EDI. EDI is rooted in historical social movements that fought against exclusion. Today, both climate action and equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are increasingly under attack. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the United States, where the Trump administration is leading a...[+5508 chars] 2025-02-24T19:09:09 Leaked Draft Shows Weakened EU Sustainability Due Diligence Law Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/02/24/leaked-draft-shows-weakened-eu-sustainability-due-diligence-law https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/65c3dced34bb5a8eb05a6655/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Union is revising the laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climate change and report carbon emissions. The Omnibus Simplification Package will look at the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the Corporate Due Diligence Directive. The initial version of the package is scheduled to be released on February 26, but a leaked draft was circulated on LinkedIn on February 22. The leaked draft shows a rollback of the CSDDD and the removal of civil penalties. Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climat...[+10535 chars] 2025-02-24T19:05:00 Biopharma: Sustainable path to a cleaner future https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-insight/public-health/biopharma-sustainable-path-to-a-cleaner-future-101740410920618.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/24/1600x900/g02667d5d23db69836bf3f00c2fed2f6396a092424a6bcd575_1732789654357_1740411055511.jpg IN en India's bioeconomy is expected to reach a valuation of $130 billion in 2024. India has passed the Bio-E3 policy. Industry survey by Cytiva reveals the growing importance of sustainability in the biopharma sector. Indian leaders identified sustainability as a core business priority for the next five years. With India's bioeconomy reaching a valuation of $130 billion in 2024, India is working towards bringing a transformative shift towards more sustainable, efficient, and tailored production processes in...[+5245 chars] 2025-02-24T19:05:00 Dukung Visi Presiden Prabowo, Kementerian BUMN Gelar Pelatihan UMKM Naik Kelas https://ekonomi.republika.co.id/berita/ss7xx3415/dukung-visi-presiden-prabowo-kementerian-bumn-gelar-pelatihan-umkm-naik-kelas https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/kementerian-badan-usaha-milik-negara-bumn-terus-berkomitmen-meningkatkan_250225100405-125.jpeg ID en Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs Internal Affair - 14 February 2025, at 18:56. . i in this context, the Commission hopes that efficiency does not constrain the dividend target. Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs Internal Affair - 14 February 2025, 18:56 2025-02-24T19:02:22 Hong Kong Rated as Leading Sustainable Business Hub https://apnews.com/press-release/newmediawire/hong-kong-hong-kong-government-d4612e9bed88d8090e4733c22103a211 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/0369165/2147483647/strip/true/crop/868x488+0+106/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F47%2Fa4%2F9e06c489ef871ddbac0f90d42dd6%2F0cba333b6fd2ad9d8f84b0257ace2865 US en New HKTDC ESG Index Sees City Receive High Level of Recognition from Global, Regional and Local Traders. The index is based on an analysis of how businesses perceive Hong Kong's strengths across the three established ESG criteria: environmental, social and governance. Hong Kong scored highly in the index across all three criteria. "New HKTDC ESG Index Sees City Receive High Level of Recognition From Global, Regional and Local Traders HONG KONG - February 24, 2025 ( NEWMEDIAWIRE) - Hong Kong has been globally recognised as taking...[+5372 chars]" 2025-02-24T17:57:10 Double whammy: chair and CEO of Greenfern Industries exit https://www.nbr.co.nz/investment/double-whammy-chair-and-ceo-of-greenfern-industries-exit https://d2xgqyuql1olth.cloudfront.net/assets/Uploads/2022-11/Greenfern-Industries-FB-growth-cannabis-web.jpeg NZ en Kirsten Taylor and Elizabeth Plant have both resigned as chairperson and CEO of Greenfern Industries. No reason has been given for the abrupt resignations. Plant stepped into the CEO role at short notice in August last year when the previous managing director resigned. NZX-listed medicinal cannabis company Greenfern Industries has announced that chairperson Kirsten Taylor and CEO Elizabeth Plant have both resigned. No reason has been given for the abrupt resignation...[+97 chars] 2025-02-24T17:55:57 BGL Announces the Sale of Shamrock Environmental to Republic Services PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/BGL_Announces_the_Sale_of_Shamrock_Environmental_to_Republic_c https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/[] US en Brown Gibbons Lang & Company is pleased to announce the sale of Shamrock Environmental. BGL is a leading independent investment bank and financial advisory firm. It is selling a premier, vertically integrated company.   for $1.25 billion. CLEVELAND, Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brown Gibbons Lang & Company (BGL), a leading independent investment bank and financial advisory firm, is pleased to announce the sale of Shamrock Environmenta...[+35 chars] 2025-02-24T17:28:44 Southwest Airlines exec stepping down following airline's hectic year Niki Gummadi https://prestonhollow.advocatemag.com/2025/02/24/southwest-airlines-exec-stepping-down https://prestonhollow.advocatemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/gettyimages-1159952860-612x612-1.jpg US en Ryan Green will be leaving his position as Executive Vice President & Chief Transformation Officer at Southwest Airlines on April 1st. He has been at the company for 23 years and oversaw many new initiatives during that time. His departure follows the first mass layoff in the company's history and a $1.9 billion investment from activist hedge fund Elliott Investment Management. Southwest Airlines Executive Vice President & Chief Transformation Officer Ryan Green will be stepping down from his role. According to a regulatory filing, Green's last day in his position will be Ap...[+1177 chars] 2025-02-24T17:16:08 Cranbrook Chamber AGM March 12 Ian Cobb https://www.e-know.ca/regions/cranbrook/cranbrook-chamber-agm-march-12 https://www.e-know.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Chamberagm25.jpg CA en Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce is holding its 2025 annual general meeting and board of directors' election on March 12. The meeting is being held at the chamber office at 2279 Cranbrook Street N and via Zoom, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Keri Sanderman is the president, Travis-Dean Bradley is vice president, Lourdes Roxas-Boutalid is the treasurer and Sheldon Doll is a member of the board. "Home » Cranbrook Chamber AGM March 12 Posted: February 24, 2025 The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce is holding its 2025 annual general meeting and board of directors' election on Wednesday, March 12. Th...[+919 chars]" 2025-02-24T17:06:23 Over 90% of countries miss Paris accord deadline for new emissions targets Staff Writer https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Environment/Climate-Change/Over-90-of-countries-miss-Paris-accord-deadline-for-new-emissions-targets https://www.ft.com/__origami/service/image/v2/images/raw/https%3A%2F%2Fcms-image-bucket-production-ap-northeast-1-a7d2.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages%2F9%2F9%2F4%2F4%2F49074499-3-eng-GB%2FCropped-17404046392025-02-18T060025Z_1867027478_RC2TWCA5GM3Y_RTRMADP_3_COLUMN-MAGUIRE-ENERGY.JPG?width=1260&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=630 JP en 90% of countries and regions in the Paris climate accord failed to submit new targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by the mid-February deadline. The weakening political will in the U.S. and Europe saps momentum from the effort. As of Monday, only 16 of the 195 signatories had updated their targets published on the NDC registry. TOKYO/MUMBAI/BRUSSELS -- More than 90% of countries and regions in the Paris climate accord failed to submit new targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by the mid-February deadline, as weakenin...[+440 chars] 2025-02-24T17:03:46 Brussels plans sweeping cuts to EU's green rules, leaked bill reveals Marianne Gros https://www.eenews.net/articles/brussels-plans-sweeping-cuts-to-eus-green-rules-leaked-bill-reveals https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/b2/ae/5cc1c85a449f92e93b611f172fa0/https-delivery-gettyimages.com/downloads/2183707861 US en The European Commission will propose deep cuts to the European Union's environmental reporting rule book in its bid to slash red tape and boost the bloc's struggling economy. A large cohort of businesses could be exempt from complying with corporate sustainability reporting rules. The requirements to monitor environmental and human rights abuses deep in companies' global supply chains could be considerably reduced. BRUSSELS — The European Commission will propose deep cuts to the European Union's environmental reporting rule book in its bid to slash red tape and boost the bloc's struggling economy, according to a...[+747 chars] 2025-02-24T16:58:00 Clear Horizons Act tabled in committee Megan Gleason https://www.abqjournal.com/business/article_81c8e390-f2d0-11ef-8957-9b637b81bcfe.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/abqjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/46/f468fae8-f2d0-11ef-b136-7f62c0607479/67bca5d9e838f.image.jpg?crop=1954%2C1026%2C32%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The Senate Finance Committee voted 6-5 to table Senate Bill 4, a priority of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The legislation would've codified limits on greenhouse gas emissions, set by executive order, in increasing amounts over the next decades with a net-zero target by 2050. "SANTA FE — The Clear Horizons Act was tabled in committee Monday. The Senate Finance Committee voted 6-5 to table Senate Bill 4, a priority of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The legislation would've cod...[+151 chars]" 2025-02-24T16:42:09 EGX, Nasdaq team up to upgrade local stock market by end of 2025 https://www.egypttoday.com/Article/3/138648/EGX-Nasdaq-team-up-to-upgrade-local-stock-market-by https://www.egypttoday.com/siteimages/larg/202308270333113311.jpg EG en The Egyptian Exchange is upgrading its trading infrastructure through a partnership with Nasdaq. The new trading system is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2025. The system will unify all financial instruments, such as derivatives and carbon certificates, within the EGX platform. Ahmed El Sheikh believes the upgrade will greatly enhance the effectiveness of the exchange. Cairo – February 24, 2025: The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) is upgrading its trading infrastructure through a partnership with Nasdaq aimed to implement a new trading system, which is expected to be fully ...[+2328 chars] 2025-02-24T16:23:09 Delta CEO promotes DEI initiatives as ‘merit-based' following Trump executive orders Emma Hurt https://www.ajc.com/news/business/delta-ceo-ed-bastian-calls-dei-initiatives-merit-based-after-executive-orders/3S76XY4XUBG73NX4BDQGF5KWAA https://www.ajc.com/resizer/v2/ZJPN7EKW3WKRUQA7NEDSW7CGZQ.JPG?auth=40ab763a987b39364ddbb34b07a7fb290900ecd33eafbbef62b7527cac569c35&width=1200&height=630&smart=true US en Delta is a federal contractor. It promotes its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives as merit-based 'people initiatives' that are core to its business. CEO Ed Bastian told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution earlier this month that those initiatives are not going anywhere. Following the murder of George Floyd in 2010, Delta turbocharged its DEI initiatives. Amid the Trump administration's efforts to roll back DEI initiatives across the federal government, many companies have dropped their diversity, equity and inclusion commitments, from Disney and Googl...[+6272 chars] 2025-02-24T15:43:55 EGX weighs shorter lock-up period for major shareholders of companies going public https://www.egypttoday.com/Article/3/138642/EGX-weighs-shorter-lock-up-period-for-major-shareholders-of https://www.egypttoday.com/siteimages/larg/36079.jpg EG en The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) and the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) are considering changing the lock-up period for substantial shareholders following an initial public offering (IPO) to make it easier for government-backed companies to list on the EGX before fully exiting the market. The aim is to boost Egypt's privatization program and attract more government-owned companies to the stock exchange. The EGX is set to launch three new indices in 2025: a Treasury Bills Index, a Sustainability and Sharia Index and an Index for low-volatility stocks. Cairo – February 24, 2025: The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) and the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) are currently considering a regulatory update that could either eliminate or revise the lock-up peri...[+2929 chars] 2025-02-24T15:30:01 S. Korea to set greenhouse gas emission goal for 2035 with U.N. 김나영 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/001/0015230497 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/001/2025/02/24/PCM20210422000174990_P2_20250224153025631.jpg?type=w800 KR en South Korea will submit its greenhouse gas emission goal for 2035 to the United Nations this year to join global efforts to tackle climate change. The Presidential Commission on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth unveiled the plan at a launching ceremony and a kick-off meeting of its second committee. The commission is tasked with drawing up South Korea's nationally determined contribution (NDC) and submitting the new target to the U.N. by September. "S Korea-carbon emission S. Korea to set greenhouse gas emission goal for 2035 with U.N. SEOUL, Feb. 24 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will submit its greenhouse gas emission goal for 2035 to the United Natio...[+1121 chars]" 2025-02-24T15:27:40 Cross-representation in energy sector boards crucial for governance reforms https://www.myjoyonline.com/cross-representation-in-energy-sector-boards-crucial-for-governance-reforms-asec-advises https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp-Image-2025-02-24-at-06.02.40.jpeg GH en Experts have called for increased cross-representation on boards of key entities within the energy value chain in Ghana. The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) argues that improved governance structures will enhance transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency in the energy sector. They also argue that the government should prioritise expertise from within the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). "In the wake of changes in Ghana's energy sector, experts have called for increased cross-representation on boards of key entities within the energy value chain. One such advocate is the Africa Sustain...[+7349 chars]" 2025-02-24T15:17:08 Local businesses encouraged to calculate their carbon footprint https://www.gbc.gi/news/local-businesses-encouraged-calculate-their-carbon-footprint https://www.gbc.gi/uploads/news/xdfDC_CARBON_FOOTPRINT_2.jpg GI en OTWO and Asile Limited have produced a carbon footprint calculator for businesses. Businesses could be required to calculate their carbon footprint in future as part of developing environmental regulations. Vanessa Byrne and Carlito Buhagiar from Asile were on Gibraltar Today to explain how Gibraltar businesses can include calculating their emissions in their sustainability strategies. "Businesses could be required to calculate their carbon footprint in future, as part of developing environmental regulations. Locally, OTWO have partnered with Asile Limited to produce a carbon footpri...[+278 chars]" 2025-02-24T15:05:49 Biodiversity and Nature High on Davos 2025 Agenda https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/world-economic-forum-biodiversity-df7aa6a8c1abb8292a2bcc88689f6816 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en This issue's Top Story predicts that a welcome turning point is upon us. Experts with the World Economic Forum (WEF) have come away from the annual meeting in Davos foretelling a rise in global financing for nature. The Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) was adopted by 196 countries in December 2022. Since the Paris Agreement was adopted in 2015, the financial sector has been investing in teams and systems to handle sustainability issues. This issue's Top Story predicts that a welcome turning point is upon us – rather than a tipping point. Experts with the World Economic Forum (WEF) have come away from the annual meeting in Davos foret...[+3729 chars] 2025-02-24T14:39:46 BP expected to scrap renewables target in shift back to fossil fuels Julia Kollewe https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/feb/24/bp-expected-to-scrap-renewables-target-in-shift-back-to-fossil-fuels https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/fe7623f4660df51918b9f6eedefc8d903f65c13d/195_76_5323_3196/master/5323.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=1a94673a313f60955ebe6822c245c25c GB en BP is scrapping its target to increase renewable energy generation 20-fold between 2019 and 2030 to 50 gigawatts. The company missed its 2024 target of $40.9bn in underlying profits. It is also expected to set an annual percentage growth target instead of a target to reach underlying profits of $49bn (£38.8bn) this year. At an investor day in London on Wednesday, the company is likely to announce plans to divest assets and cut other low-carbon investments. "BP is expected to ditch a target to ramp up renewable energy generation by 2030 as part of a shift back towards fossil fuels when it presents its strategy to investors this week. The chief executive, ...[+2843 chars]" 2025-02-24T14:27:32 Stonegate Updates Coverage on NZX Limited (NZX) Q4 2024 Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/242063-stonegate-updates-coverage-on-nzx-limited-nzx-q4-2024 https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-242063.jpg CA en Stonegate Capital Partners updates their coverage on NZX Limited (NZSE: NZX). NZX reported revenue, adj EBITDA, and adj EPS of $62.9M, $24.7M, and $10.22, respectively. This compares to estimates of $61.0m, $22.1m and $7.94. Topline outperformance was due to strong results in all segments. Dallas, Texas–(Newsfile Corp. – February 24, 2025) – NZX Limited (NZSE: NZX): Stonegate Capital Partners updates their coverage on NZX Limited (NZSE: NZX). NZX reported revenue, adj EBITDA, and adj EP...[+265 chars] 2025-02-24T14:19:00 Capital A To Issue Internal Targets Alongside Quarterly Results BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2395748 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/30a6427bc0ed9b1869cd122ed11fcf1666eba61daff7b MY en Capital A Bhd will issue internal targets along with its quarterly financial results to give shareholders and the investment community a clearer understanding of the company's financial outlook. The first internal targets will be shared alongside its fourth quarter of 2024 financial disclosures, scheduled for release later this week. Capital A is also awaiting a court date for confirmation on the proposed capital reduction under the disposal. KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd will issue internal targets along with its quarterly financial results in order to give shareholders and the investment community a clearer understandin...[+1599 chars] 2025-02-24T14:18:06 Bright Green Corporation Announces the completion of its restructuring plan, withdraws from the ... Bright Green Corporation https://www.enidnews.com/region/bright-green-corporation-announces-the-completion-of-its-restructuring-plan-withdraws-from-the/article_d580cc29-37a5-5c7c-bba6-0a2f30045d78.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bright Green Corporation (OTC: BGXX) announced on February 24, 2025 that the court will approve the RSA Restructuring Security Agreement. The RSA will provide new equity for the company to pay all creditors with approved claims in full. The Company has entered into an agreement with the DEA to withdraw all Cannabis related renewal applications. This agreement will allow for reinstatement once the Company is satisfied that there is commercial value. FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bright Green Corporation (OTC: BGXX) ('Bright Green' or the 'Company') announced that on February 24, 2025, on behalf of the Company, Lynn S...[+5175 chars] 2025-02-24T14:16:59 Bright Green Corporation Announces the completion of its restructuring plan, withdraws from the ... Bright Green Corporation https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/bright-green-corporation-announces-the-completion-of-its-restructuring-plan-withdraws-from-the/article_647550a7-31dc-561b-ad0c-4cdb1d00a6b2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bright Green Corporation (OTC: BGXX) announced that on February 24, 2025, on behalf of the Company, Lynn Stockwell has asked the court to approve the 'RSA' Restructuring Security Agreement. The agreement will provide new equity for the company to pay all creditors with approved claims in full. Equity shareholders will retain their interests in the Company and are unimpaired with no dilution. The Company entered into an agreement with the DEA to withdraw all Cannabis related renewal applications. FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bright Green Corporation (OTC: BGXX) ('Bright Green' or the 'Company') announced that on February 24, 2025, on behalf of the Company, Lynn S...[+708 chars] 2025-02-24T14:11:16 A 'Made in Europe' for Solar PV Pv Magazine https://www.pv-magazine.com/press-releases/a-made-in-europe-for-solar-pv https://www.pv-magazine.com/wp-content/themes/pvmagazine/_/img/pv-magazine-logo.png US en ESMC has submitted its feedback to the European Commission on the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) regarding the regulations on renewable energy auctions, the selection criteria for net-zero strategic projects, and the list of essential components. The European Commission will present the Clean Industrial Deal on Wednesday 26 February. "ESMC Submits Feedback to the European Commission on Net-Zero Industry Act February 24, 2025 European Solar Manufacturing Council (ESMC) The European Solar Manufacturing Council (ESMC) has submitted it...[+4321 chars]" 2025-02-24T14:09:17 LG's new video campaign raises awareness on climate change 서스윗 Seosweet https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/009/0005448743 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/009/2025/02/24/0005448743_001_20250224140917614.png?type=w800 KR en LG Electronics is expanding its environmental protection campaign. The company unveiled the fifth video in its campaign on a digital billboard in New York's Times Square. The video highlights the environmental threat facing the monarch butterfly, whose population is declining due to climate change. Monarch butterflies migrate between southern Canada and Mexico. "LG Electronics is expanding its environmental protection campaign as part of its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts to protect endangered species. The company said on Sunday that it u...[+408 chars]" 2025-02-24T13:43:08 BIMCO ESG network talks on human rights and ESG reporting SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/BIMCO_ESG_network_talks_on_human_rights_and_ESG_reporting https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/[] US en The BIMCO ESG network held its first meeting of 2025 and the 7th of the network on 14 January. It discussed the complexity of human rights elements to be included in ESG reporting. In recent years, the shipping industry has been affected by human rights issues. The BIMCO ESG network held its first meeting of 2025, and the 7th of the network on 14 January, discussing the complexity of human rights elements to be included in ESG reporting.According to BIMCO, i...[+37 chars] 2025-02-24T13:25:56 Sustainability ideals are often crushed by corporate demands. Here's how businesses can let them flourish Enrico Fontana https://theconversation.com/sustainability-ideals-are-often-crushed-by-corporate-demands-heres-how-businesses-can-let-them-flourish-249556 https://images.theconversation.com/files/648383/original/file-20250211-17-2licd0.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=43%2C61%2C5770%2C2880&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Sustainability managers are employed by companies to reduce their environmental impact. Their social aspirations are key to the success of CSR and sustainability work, but they often clash with the corporate reality within the organisation. Research was based on 57 sustainability managers in international companies in Sweden across various industries and career levels. They found that sustainability managers chose their careers to live out their strong socio-environmental ambitions. A 'calling' in the context of work might be characterised by a strong sense of purpose and a motivation beyond just being paid at the end of the month. It's mostly associated with occupations like hea...[+4900 chars] 2025-02-24T13:22:47 Plans for new advertising board at Eastbourne petrol station conditionally approved Trainee Reporter https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/politics/council/plans-for-new-advertising-board-at-eastbourne-petrol-station-conditionally-approved-5004672 https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmEzZGU2NWQ0LWMxYzAtNDY4Yi05MjcyLWMyM2YyYzgzMDlmYjpiNDRhZjFmNi0yYzIwLTQ2ZWQtYTBmMS0zMGQ4NWVjMjY3Mzg=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Plans for a new digital advertising board at a petrol station near Eastbourne DGH have been conditionally approved despite opposition from a borough councillor. The new advertising boards will be located at the Esso service station on the western side of A2021/Kings Drive and will display a range of static images every ten seconds. "Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Plans for a new digital advertising board at a petrol station near Eastbourne DGH have been conditionally app...[+2245 chars]" 2025-02-24T13:03:51 Saudi Arabia plans green, conventional EUR-denominated bonds: Report Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1792646 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/4aca9b69-3ab7-4b3b-bdbd-98be0bca3522.png SA en HSBC, JPMorgan, and Société Générale were appointed as global coordinators and joint bookrunners. Saudi Arabia intends to issue green and conventional euro-denominated bonds with maturities of 7 and 12 years. The timing of the offering will depend on market conditions. "Saudi Arabia intends to issue green and conventional euro-denominated bonds with maturities of 7 and 12 years, respectively, Bloomberg, citing its sources, reported. The agency added that HSBC, JPMorg...[+405 chars]" 2025-02-24T12:33:01 Firm Gets Chairman Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4142340/firm-gets-chairman.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Stella Duru, a partner at a Nigerian law firm, Banwo and Ighodalo, has been appointed as the new board chairman of Zedcrest Wealth. The acting Managing Director, Renah Osiemi, said the appointment aligns with the groups induction into the group. ShareZedcrest Wealth, a subsidiary of Zedcrest Group, has appointed Stella Duru, a partner at tier-1 Nigerian law firm, Banwo and Ighodalo as board chairman. Her appointment will strengthen the compan...[+238 chars] 2025-02-24T12:27:37 Firm Gets Chairman New Telegraph https://newtelegraphng.com/firm-gets-chairman https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot_20250224-132422.jpg NG en Stella Duru, a partner at law firm Banwo and Ighodalo, has been appointed board chairman of Zedcrest Wealth. She has over two decades of experience in mergers & acquisitions, investments, energy sector, divestments and contract structuring. She was recently ranked by the International Financial Law Review 1000 as one of the Women Leaders in Law. "Share Zedcrest Wealth, a subsidiary of Zedcrest Group, has appointed Stella Duru, a partner at tier-1 Nigerian law firm, Banwo and Ighodalo as board chairman. Her appointment will strengthen the compa...[+725 chars]" 2025-02-24T12:25:00 SFC proposes registrar fee limits under uncertificated securities market regime The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/228471/SFC-proposes-registrar-fee-limits-under-uncertificated-securities-market-regime https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/instant_news/20250224/20250224202558contentPhoto1.jpg?1740400637 HK en The Securities and Futures Commission has launched a consultation on proposed limits for three types of fees that an approved securities registrar (ASR) may charge under the upcoming uncertificated securities market (USM) regime in Hong Kong. The main reason for proposing limits on these fees is to provide a degree of protection to investors since they are not in a position to negotiate the fees. Subject to the legislative process of USM-related subsidiary legislation and market readiness, the SFC targets to implement the USM regime in early 2026. The Securities and Futures Commission has launched a consultation on proposed limits for three types of fees that an approved securities registrar (ASR) may charge under the upcoming uncertificated se...[+1164 chars] 2025-02-24T12:03:42 Hong Kong to kick on with paperless stock market system in nod for environment Enoch Yiu https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3299943/hong-kong-kick-paperless-stock-market-system-nod-environment https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/02/24/067a72ec-5e1e-4bf9-bf40-5b60d3cce0f9_629bb1d4.jpg?itok=jiJTjU-f&v=1740398621 HK en Hong Kong is preparing to turn the local stock market's operations fully electronic and paperless from early next year. The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) launched an industry consultation to gather feedback until April 23 on fee caps for various electronic processes and online services. The city's 2,600-odd listed companies would be expected to go paperless in batches over the next five years. Hong Kong is preparing to turn the local stock market's operations fully electronic and paperless from early next year, starting with a focus on turning stock ownership into scripless records, the cit...[+1213 chars] 2025-02-24T11:59:54 TDB Group Achieves Accreditation from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) archyde https://www.archyde.com/tdb-group-achieves-accreditation-from-the-green-climate-fund-gcf https://www.financialafrik.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/unnamed-2.jpg US en TDB Group secures accreditation from the Green Climate Fund as a regional African entity with direct access. Accreditation allows TDB to oversee projects exceeding $250 million while upholding environmental and social safeguards within participating nations. TDB provides loans, guarantees, and funding mechanisms to stimulate sustainable growth and foster regional integration. "TDB Group Gains Green Climate Fund Accreditation, unlocking millions for lasting development in africa Teh Eastern and South african Trade and Development Bank (TDB) has achieved a meaningful mileston...[+2914 chars]" 2025-02-24T11:37:18 Reports: European Commission considers reducing scope of CSRD https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409825/reports-european-commission-considers-reducing-scope-csrd https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/88fa343/2767ccbd-c92b-4799-ac8d-7b7885e20c2b/6/iStock-2162222363-370x229.jpg GB en The European Commission plans to water down high-profile sustainability rules under its Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) by reducing the number of companies subject to its requirements. The rules apply to companies that comply with the CSRD's requirements. The European Commission plans to water down high-profile sustainability rules under its Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) by reducing the number of companies subject to its requireme...[+7 chars] 2025-02-24T11:24:49 Ditching DEI in name only Diane Brady https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/ditching-dei-in-name-only/ar-AA1zFxZ0 US en The Conference Board has a preview of the 2025 proxy season. It predicts more pressure on boards, especially in sensitive areas like DEI and ESG. Companies such as Citigroup, Meta, PepsiCo, and Target have publicly rolled back their DEI efforts. The number of shareholder activism campaigns increased from 206 in 2021 to 411 last year. Good morning. Being a corporate board member sounds like one of the sweetest gigs around, with average compensation north of $325,000 a year to represent the interests of shareholders in a company. Bu...[+2132 chars] 2025-02-24T11:24:32 Irish firms unprepared for new sustainability reporting requirements Azmia Riaz https://www.independent.ie/business/irish-firms-unprepared-for-new-sustainability-reporting-requirements/a1265053709.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/W5aY7BVt9f4m8Pft32n0dADww8Y=/0x0:3616x2411/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/fe0ace88-67dd-47b2-b6e0-fd495cae311e/bfd1bf54-3ac4-4141-abcf-947166da75c7/fe0ace88-67dd-47b2-b6e0-fd495cae311e.jpg IE en The EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) came into effect last year. Law firm A&L Goodbody have found that four in 10 Irish organisations don't have a dedicated sustainability function and fewer than 21% have adopted a climate action plan. 34% of Irish organisations have not trained employees on sustainability. "Law firm A&L Goodbody have found that four in 10 Irish organisations don't have a dedicated sustainability function and fewer of them (21pc) have adopted a climate action plan. The EU's Corporate Sust...[+2865 chars]" 2025-02-24T11:24:12 Study: UK net zero economy growth rate hits 10 per cent Andrea Webster https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409826/study-uk-net-zero-economy-growth-rate-hits-cent https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/b70c1f0/b1640dd9-dd91-4fdd-b9e9-1fd29ac6aa39/1/iStock-1348372241-370x229.jpg GB en Financial sector leaders need to stand firm against the ESG 'backlash' or face getting left behind in the transition to net zero, writes Andrea Webster from the World Benchmarking Alliance. 20 February 2025 - 5 minutes and 5 min read. No matter what appears to be happening in the US, financial sector leaders need to stand firm against the ESG 'backlash' - or face getting left behind in the transition to net zero, writes Andrea Webs...[+144 chars] 2025-02-24T11:21:05 The Tories set the UK net-zero target. Now they are dumping it. Thomas Frank https://www.eenews.net/articles/the-tories-set-the-uk-net-zero-target-now-they-are-dumping-it https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/64/73/399919f24eca9f4e8555b2126211/https-delivery-gettyimages.com/downloads/1243666081 US en Kemi Badenoch's new-look Conservative opposition wants to ditch the U.K.'s net zero carbon emissions target. The Tories passed legislation to reduce net carbon emissions to zero by 2050, but they want to ditch it in 2019. The interim Shadow Energy Secretary Andrew Bowie believes the target was a mistake. "LONDON — Kemi Badenoch's new-look Conservative opposition is still working out the policies it wants to put before voters. But the U.K.'s net zero target is already firmly in the party's firing line. ...[+558 chars]" 2025-02-24T11:15:00 ZTE again makes prestigious CDP A List for leading climate action, reinforcing global climate leadership ZTE Corporation https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/corporate_social_responsibility/zte-again-makes-prestigious-cdp-a-list-for-leading-climate-action-reinforcing-global-climate-leadership/article_b5230085-f3e3-58aa-8f23-c849a9b5ba8a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/6f/b6f3a308-6b3d-5661-9adc-f885f30a2e6c/67bc5bd9424f5.image.jpg?crop=1440%2C756%2C0%2C342&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en ZTE Corporation has been recognized with the prestigious CDP A score for leading climate action in CDP's 2024 disclosures. This accomplishment underscores ZTE's unwavering commitment to environmental transparency, sustainable practices, and competitiveness in green development. ZTE is a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions. SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has once again been re...[+481 chars] 2025-02-24T11:00:15 Equitable Holdings Reinsures 75% of its Individual Life Block with RGA, Enhancing Focus on Growth in Retirement, Asset Management, and Wealth Management Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/equitable-holdings-reinsures-75-of-its-individual-life-block-with-rga-enhancing-focus-on-growth/article_325ced89-d8c4-5255-94d7-580cabce9e65.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en RGA Reinsurance Company will reinsure 75% of the Company's in-force individual life insurance block (the Block) on a pro-rata basis. The transaction will generate over $2 billion of value for Equitable Holdings, which includes a positive ceding commission and release of capital. Equitable Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EQH), the leading financial services holding company of Equitable, AllianceBernstein and Equitable Advisors, announced today that certain of its insurance company subsi...[+333 chars] 2025-02-24T11:00:00 Gen Z isn't quiet quitting. They're rejecting outdated leadership Jeff Le Blanc https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careers/gen-z-isn-t-quiet-quitting-they-re-rejecting-outdated-leadership/ar-AA1zL4qf US en Gen Z is disengaged with their workplace because of bad leadership. They want workplaces that prioritize psychological safety, transparency, and fairness. They also want fairness, clear expectations, and leaders who listen. The Engaged Empathy Leadership Model (EELM) is designed to retain and engage Gen Z talent. "If your company is losing Gen Z talent, chances are, the problem isn't them—it's you. The phrase 'quiet quitting' has become a catch-all for blaming Gen Z workers for workplace disengagement. Older ge...[+3954 chars]" 2025-02-24T11:00:00 Gen Z isn't quiet quitting. They're rejecting outdated leadership Jeff Le Blanc https://www.fastcompany.com/91281732/gen-z-isnt-quiet-quitting-theyre-rejecting-outdated-leadership https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/02/p-91281732-gen-z-rejecting-outdated-leadership.jpg US en Gen Z grew up amid economic uncertainty, social justice movements, and an increasing focus on mental health. They want workplaces that prioritize psychological safety, transparency, and fairness. Many companies still cling to outdated management styles, rigid hierarchies, inconsistent expectations, and vague career paths. Gen Z wants a charismatic leader who inspires them and leaders who listen. "If your company is losing Gen Z talent, chances are, the problem isn't them—it's you. The phrase ' quiet quitting ' has become a catch-all for blaming Gen Z workers for workplace disengagement. Older ...[+1788 chars]" 2025-02-24T11:00:00 How Horizon Media Cut Carbon Emissions in Half While Boosting Performance Kathryn Lundstrom https://www.adweek.com/media/how-horizon-media-cut-carbon-emissions-in-half-while-boosting-performance https://www.adweek.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/horizon-carbon-emissions-half-2025.jpg?w=600&h=315&crop=1 US en Horizon Media is moving all of its programmatic campaigns from Sharethrough to the adtech firm's GreenPMPs. The product is designed to reduce the carbon emissions associated with ad campaigns by identifying and removing 'climate risk' publishers with help from Scope3 data. In the last nine months, Horizon's display campaigns have emitted 51% fewer carbon emissions and video campaigns have seen a 57% reduction in carbon. "Horizon Media is all in on green media. Starting May 2024, the agency shifted all of the programmatic campaigns that were running through Equativ-owned Sharethrough to the supply-side platform's green...[+2571 chars]" 2025-02-24T10:58:01 Marisa Drew Alexandra Ferreyros https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/24/marisa-drew-2025-changemakers.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108104042-1739916414006-CHANGEMAKERS_2025_WEB_CAROUSEL_PORTRAIT_1920x1080_MARISA_DREW_v01.jpg?v=1739916507&w=1920&h=1080 US en Marisa Drew is the first chief sustainability officer at Standard Chartered since mid-2022. She's driving the bank's efforts to scale sustainable finance, channeling investment into high-impact projects across markets. Drew and the bank partnered with the UN and KPMG to publish new guidelines on climate adaptation finance in 2024. Drew has a track record of structuring billion-dollar conservation deals and pioneering sustainability executive positions within the financial services sector. Company: Standard CharteredTitle: Chief Sustainability OfficerIndustry: Financials and insuranceNotable in 2024: Drew and Standard Chartered partnered with the United Nations and accounting giant KPMG...[+5646 chars] 2025-02-24T10:58:01 Emma Grede Alexandra Ferreyros https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/24/emma-grede-2025-changemakers.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108103929-1739912490355-CHANGEMAKERS_2025_WEB_CAROUSEL_PORTRAIT_1920x1080_EMMA_GREDE_v01.jpg?v=1740085424&w=1920&h=1080 US en "Emma Grede is one of America's richest self-made women and a leader in fashion. She started a paper route at 12 and worked her way up through the ranks of the fashion industry. She is a founding partner and chief product officer of Skims and a founding investor in Kylie Jenner's fashion line Khy. She also founded influencer marketing firm ITB Worldwide, launched cleaning products line Safely with co-founders Chrissy Teigen and Kris Jenner, and became ""Shark Tank's"" first Black woman investor." Company: The Fifteen Percent Pledge, Good American, Off Season, Skims, SafelyTitle: Serial Entrepreneur & Chairwoman of The Fifteen Percent PledgeIndustry: Non-profitNotable in 2024: Grede led the cha...[+2550 chars] 2025-02-24T10:33:00 HKTDC says new index flags up city's ESG strengths https://gbcode.rthk.hk/TuniS/news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1792976-20250224.htm https://newsstatic.rthk.hk/images/mfile_1792976_1_L_20250224183308.jpg HK en HKTDC says new index flags up city's ESG strengths. There are plans to acquire more data from three more trade fairs for a final report. Hong Kong received a total of 64.3 points on the index, well above the neutral point of 50. "HKTDC says new index flags up city's ESG strengths HKTDC says there are plans to acquire more data from three more trade fairs for a final report. Photo: RTHK The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (...[+990 chars]" 2025-02-24T10:14:56 ExxonMobil boasts of paying US$250M in taxes to Guyana but walked away with over US$10B Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/24/exxonmobil-boasts-of-paying-us250m-in-taxes-to-guyana-but-walked-away-with-over-us10b https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/02/EM.jpg GY en ExxonMobil Guyana paid $49.5B in taxes to the Guyana Revenue Authority in 2023. Guyana lost over US$10B to the Stabroek Block Co-Venturers since oil production commenced in December 2019. The Production Sharing Agreement does not require ExxonMobil to pay any corporate taxes. ExxonMobil Limited Guyana (EMGL), the operator of the Stabroek Block has been placed in the spotlight recently for not paying its fair share of taxes here, but handing over 15% of its earnings to the ...[+2895 chars] 2025-02-24T09:54:18 EU's Carbon Border Levy: Major Exemptions Proposed for Small Importers Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3275547-eus-carbon-border-levy-major-exemptions-proposed-for-small-importers https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/11_03_2020_13_25_10_8590644.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission will propose significant exemptions to the EU's carbon border levy. Most exempted firms account for less than 1% of the CO2 emissions covered by the scheme. The intention is to align the levy with climate goals without burdening businesses unnecessarily. The proposal could undergo modifications before its official release and approval by the European Parliament and EU member states. The European Commission is gearing up to propose significant exemptions to the EU's carbon border levy, aiming to relieve 'the vast majority' of companies involved. This move is targeted at reducing b...[+765 chars] 2025-02-24T09:49:00 AirAsia X boosts transparency with internal targets in financial disclosures https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/02/24/airasia-x-boosts-transparency-with-internal-targets-in-financial-disclosures https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/24/3183096.jpeg MY en AirAsia X Bhd introduced internal targets in its financial disclosures to enhance transparency and accountability. AAX's consolidated financial guidance will outline revenue performance, Ebitda, and non-margin metric. Chairman Datuk Fam Lee Ee said setting clear financial targets is a critical step in ensuring transparency, accountability and sustainable growth. KUALA LUMPUR: AirAsia X Bhd (AAX) is enhancing transparency and accountability by introducing internal targets in its financial disclosures, ensuring greater clarity and alignment with Bursa Malaysia'...[+1556 chars] 2025-02-24T09:41:10 Dubai Islamic Bank Publishes its First Sustainability-Linked Finance Facilities Financing Framework https://www.albawaba.com/business/pr/dubai-islamic-bank-publishes-its-first-1600338 https://www.albawaba.com/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2025-02/DIB%20Building.jpg?itok=tNMmN7aQ JO en Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) has announced its inaugural Sustainability-Linked Finance Facilities Financing Framework. This Framework is in line with ICMA's SLLBG and is the first of its kind to be published by an Islamic bank globally. Standard Chartered Bank supported the development of the Framework. Following the country's ambitious climate-positive actions, Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the United Arab Emirates, has announced its inaugural Sustainability-Linked Finance Fa...[+2245 chars] 2025-02-24T09:36:08 BBVA raises sustainable finance target to 700 billion euros Reuters https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/bbva-raises-sustainable-finance-target-to-700-billion-euros/118529380 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118529380,imgsize-2828610,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/renewable/bbva-raises-sustainable-finance-target-to-700-billion-euros.jpg IN en BBVA has increased its target for lending to sustainable businesses to 700 billion euros over the next five years. The lender established a new global finance unit focused on clean technologies and innovation last year. Environmentalists fear banks could be affected by the shift in the political climate and back on their sustainability pledges. "MADRID: BBVA has increased its target for lending to businesses the Spanish bank considers sustainable to 700 billion euros ($732.7 billion) over the next five years, it said on Monday. The lender, wh...[+1245 chars]" 2025-02-24T09:30:00 Hong Kong raises ESG disclosure standards for MPF managers South China Morning Post https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hong-kong-raises-esg-disclosure-093000059.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/zVU150s74w6BWSlQN8jvQQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NTk-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/south_china_morning_post_us_228/f84d0374964e009ca4801ee18a60e6ab US en Hong Kong's pension regulator said money managers would need to raise their disclosure standards on environment, social and governance (ESG) funds to help contributors understand their risk management and investment strategies. A total of 47 ESG-related funds with HK$36.6 billion (US$4.71 billion) of assets will be affected by the new measure. The directive was effective immediately, but fund managers have until September 30 to ensure their ESG disclosure levels match the new guidelines. The Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority will also kick off the second phase of its eMPF Platform on March 5 as part of its sustainability efforts. Hong Kong's pension regulator said money managers would need to raise their disclosure standards on environment, social and governance (ESG) funds to help contributors understand their risk management...[+4299 chars] 2025-02-24T09:25:48 EU to exempt most companies from carbon border levy, draft shows Kate Abnett https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/eu-exempt-most-companies-carbon-border-levy-draft-shows-2025-02-24 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/EGPBNPYI45NRZN24FFJRPMVNIU.jpg?auth=19f82447a64295259e3a2a6c7fe1f284d3f20ff6cc0b132ce4b070485585f005&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en "The European Commission will propose exempting ""the vast majority"" of companies from the EU's carbon border levy. The move would dramatically reduce the 200,000 importers currently covered by the European Union's world-first carbon border fee. The proposal is part of a package of measures to cut red tape for businesses." "BRUSSELS, Feb 24 (Reuters) - The European Commission will propose exemptions for ""the vast majority"" of companies covered by the European Union's carbon border levy on the grounds that they produce on...[+2112 chars]" 2025-02-24T09:20:15 Tanzania to reconsider mandatory listing rule for telecom firms bne Intelli News https://www.intellinews.com/tanzania-to-reconsider-mandatory-listing-rule-for-telecom-firms-368653 http://www.intellinews.com/img/main_logo.jpg US en Tanzanian government wants to review the law requiring telecom companies to list 25% of their shares on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange. Only Vodacom Tanzania, a subsidiary of South Africa's Vodafone Group, has met the listing requirement set out in the Electronic and Postal Communications Act of 2020 and the Finance Act of 2026. "The Tanzanian government has announced plans to review the law requiring telecom companies to list 25% of their shares on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE), the Citizen reported on February 22. C...[+1959 chars]" 2025-02-24T09:14:23 An action plan for net-zero compatible with budget constraints Computer Weekly https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/An_action_plan_for_netzero_compatible_with_budget_constraint https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dAVqwDmfXS4/0.jpg US en The present economic uncertainty and political swings from diametrically opposite policies regarding climate change present a significant challenge to IT leaders. They have to invest money and they are very conscious of datacentre energy consumption. They need a technology roadmap to solve these issues. When it comes to IT sustainability, the present economic uncertainty and political swings from diametrically opposite policies regarding climate change present a significant challenge to IT leaders. T...[+123 chars] 2025-02-24T08:42:27 WiseTech is still a prisoner of its founder The AFR View https://www.afr.com/technology/wisetech-is-still-a-prisoner-of-its-founder-20250224-p5lelo https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_1.1147%2C$multiply_1%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_32%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/beec646244f60eb507d65ef1c35a84b589809677 AU en The four directors of WiseTech Global resigned en mass on Monday due to 'intractable' governance issues at Australia's largest listed technology firm. It's unusual to endorse directors who walk away from problems at the company whose shareholders, staff and customers they are meant to guide. "It's unusual to endorse directors who walk away from problems at the company whose shareholders, staff and customers they are meant to guide. Yet the four directors of WiseTech Global who resigned en ...[+126 chars]" 2025-02-24T08:39:01 How to recover N66.6b, $6.07b liabilities, by NEITI The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4141714/how-to-recover-n666b-607b-liabilities-by-neiti.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) explains the procedure in recovering the N66.6b and $6.07b liabilities owed by companies. Its Executive Secretary (ES), Orji Ogbonnaya Orji, explains how to recover the liabilities. The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), has explained the procedure in recovering the N66.6b and $6.07b and other debts owed by companies. Its Executive Secretary (ES), Orji...[+147 chars] 2025-02-24T08:13:00 美對沖基金承租恒地The Henderson 5.5萬呎樓面｜財經｜商業電台 881903 https://www.881903.com/news/finance/2568057 https://stream.881903.com/public/6fd36a729fdbbc375e9590b7e0f14dde/2023/05/ff46d4f9dfff2b2744443a6f6f2eb23c.jpg CN en 2050 is the anniversary of the founding of the United States. 2035 is the 40th anniversary of its existence.   “”” “‘’” ”“ ” 財經事務及庫務局局長許正宇表示，政府承諾在2050年前實現碳中和，並在2035年前將碳排放減半，是通過一系列舉措發出的行動呼籲。他指，政府加強了推動綠色和可持續金融努力的決心，不僅加速了香港成為可持續投資主要樞紐的進程，亦強調了香港在全球向更綠色經濟轉型中的關鍵角色。金融部門已經成為將全球資本引向可持續目標的強大力量。而香港作為亞洲主要的國際金融中心和可持續金融的燈塔，具備引領轉型的獨特能力。 許...[+3 chars] 2025-02-24T07:41:39 Top Retail NBFCs In India Embrace Sustainability, Cut Carbon Footprint BW Online Bureau https://www.businessworld.in/article/top-retail-nbfcs-in-india-embrace-sustainability-cut-carbon-footprint-548901 https://static.businessworld.in/1685940244_zaoIRQ_sustainability.jpg IN en Icra ESG Ratings' report shows that top retail non-banking financial companies in India are taking steps to integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into their operations. The report notes that declaration of ESG commitments has been on the rise, with 60% of the sample set having defined their sustainability targets. The average CSR spend rose to Rs. 50 crore, mainly focusing on healthcare, education and skill development. Top retail non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in India are taking in integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in their operations, which includes actions towards reducing...[+3018 chars] 2025-02-24T07:04:07 Governance Of ESG: From Silos To Shared Expertise Essec Business School https://www.forbesindia.com/article/essec-business-school/governance-of-esg-from-silos-to-shared-expertise/95385/1 https://images.forbesindia.com/media/images/2025/Feb/img_243388_shutterstock_2115090443_bg.jpg IN en Sam Garg is a Professor of Management at ESSECSE Business School Asia-Pacific. His research found that companies with shared governance structures outperformed their peers in CSR performance. He recommends creating a CSR committee and a shared governance model to distribute CSR oversight responsibilities across multiple board committees to leverage expertise. A New Governance Model is the Key In his research, Sam Garg, Professor of Management at ESSEC Business School Asia-Pacific, highlighted a pressing challenge: the lackluster engagement of companies in ...[+3327 chars] 2025-02-24T07:00:20 Hong Kong raises ESG disclosure standards for MPF managers Enoch Yiu https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3299877/hong-kong-raises-esg-disclosure-standards-mpf-managers https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/02/24/f3de4d17-c259-4600-a02c-2d97412fdd2c_d24d56cc.jpg?itok=zuIORaQw&v=1740380418 HK en Hong Kong's pension regulator said money managers would need to raise their disclosure standards on environment, social and governance (ESG) funds to help contributors understand their risk management and investment strategies. A total of 47 ESG-related funds with HK$36.6 billion (US$4.71 billion) of assets will be affected by the new measure. The directive was effective immediately but the fund managers have until September 30 to meet the new guidelines. Hong Kong's pension regulator said money managers would need to raise their disclosure standards on environment, social and governance (ESG) funds to help contributors understand their risk management...[+1488 chars] 2025-02-24T07:00:00 Maybe stop advertising armageddon? https://theecologist.org/2025/feb/24/maybe-stop-advertising-armageddon https://theecologist.org/sites/default/files/styles/facebook/public/2025-02/download.jpg?h=b9426a74&itok=1mQnA_AW GB en The UK advertising industry added 32% to the annual carbon footprint of every UK citizen through the emissions linked to the extra consumption of goods and services driven by advertising. This challenge against WPP marks a significant increase in legal risk for the sector. WPP's clients include Shell, Coke, BP, Equinor and the American Petroleum Institute. Research in 2022 found that the UK advertising industry added 32 per cent to the annual carbon footprint of every UK citizen through the emissions linked to the extra consumption of goods and services...[+10694 chars] 2025-02-24T07:00:00 STARK Group awarded platinum Ecovadis rating: a catalyst for making sustainability a commercial success https://via.ritzau.dk/pressemeddelelse/14263885/stark-group-awarded-platinum-ecovadis-rating-a-catalyst-for-making-sustainability-a-commercial-success https://via.ritzau.dk/data/images/public/13560860/14263885/06388f2a-9e13-4926-a2c4-7912eb057688-w_960.jpg DK en STARK Group has received a platinum rating from EcoVadis. The rating supports the company's efforts to commercialise sustainability. STARK Group's score has increased from 78 to 93 points out of 100 since first achieving the top percentile position in 2021. CEO Søren P. Olesen is proud of the achievement. The platinum rating from EcoVadis is not just a recognition, it serves as a catalyst for STARK Group's work to commercialise sustainability. It reinforces the company's strong ESG standards and transp...[+2218 chars] 2025-02-24T06:35:23 SCE grants Ecobank, Stanchart extension to publish its 2024 Financial Statements on March 1st https://www.myjoyonline.com/sce-grants-ecobank-stanchart-extension-to-publish-its-2024-financial-statements-on-march-1st https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cropped-cropped-myjoyonline-logo-2-1-32x32.png GH en Ecobank and Stanchart are among the best-performing stocks on the Ghana Stock Exchange. The share price of Ecobank is going for GH¢6.25 and that of Stanchar is selling at GH¢25.01. The views and opinions expressed on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited. "The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)has granted Standard Chartered Bank and Ecobank Ghana an extension to publish their 2024 Financial Statements later. According to a circular by the Ghana St...[+1147 chars]" 2025-02-24T05:48:03 SECP allows unlisted companies to issue shares beyond existing shareholders News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/02/24/secp-allows-unlisted-companies-to-issue-shares-beyond-existing-shareholders https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/secp-696x435.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has introduced amendments allowing unlisted companies to issue shares to investors beyond their existing shareholders. The change is expected to enhance access to finance, particularly benefiting startups and associations seeking to incorporate their assets into formal company structures. The SECP clarified that companies may issue additional shares for various purposes, including debt repayment, business expansion, ownership diversification, regulatory compliance, or employee stock options. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has introduced amendments allowing unlisted companies to issue shares to investors beyond their existing shareholders. This move marks a signi...[+887 chars] 2025-02-24T05:20:38 Here's Why We're Wary Of Buying Diversified Energy's (LON:DEC) For Its Upcoming Dividend Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-were-wary-buying-052038700.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/da713992716ec87035eff27f58858a3e US en Diversified Energy Company PLC (LON:DEC) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 2 days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.29 per share and in the last 12 months, the company paid a total of US$1.16 per share. It has a trailing yield of around 8.3% on the current share price of UK£11.13. It paid out more than three-quarters (87%) of its free cash flow last year, which suggests the dividend is sustainable, as long as earnings don't drop precipitously. However, it has a 23% per year decline in earnings in Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Diversified Energy Company PLC (LON:DEC) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 2 days. The...[+4393 chars] 2025-02-24T05:06:00 Capital A to issue internal targets alongside quarterly results https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/02/24/capital-a-to-issue-internal-targets-alongside-quarterly-results https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/24/3182334.jpg MY en Capital A will issue internal targets as it aims to provide shareholders and the investment community with a clearer understanding of the company's financial outlook. Its first internal targets will be shared alongside its 4Q24 financial disclosures scheduled for release on Feb 26, 2025. The targets are solely management aspirations and do not constitute financial estimates, forecasts or projections. "Capital A chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes KUALA LUMPUR: Capital A said it will be issuing internal targets moving forward as it aims to provide shareholders and the investment community...[+1816 chars]" 2025-02-24T05:00:37 ‘For those leaving inclusion – don't do it': Irish business leaders on the DEI debate Ellie Donnelly https://www.businesspost.ie/news/for-those-leaving-inclusion-dont-do-it-irish-business-leaders-on-the-dei-debate https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=fddde1a3-7046-588c-b553-b61dc864aeb7&type=preview&function=original IE en Hilary O'Meara, country managing director of Accenture Ireland, has responded to plans by the company's chief executive to drop DEI targets by affirming her commitment to the principals of diversity and equity. Ellie Donnelly, Emma Hanrahan, Siún Lennon and Ellie Hanchen discuss diversity, equity and inclusion in their business. "News 'For those leaving inclusion – don't do it': Irish business leaders on the DEI debate Viewpoint: We ask Irish business leaders their views on whether diversity, equity, and inclusion has been goo...[+273 chars]" 2025-02-24T05:00:00 EU's 2040 climate target to come this week, Commission official says https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-2040-climate-target-come-this-week-european-commission-official https://www.politico.eu/cdn-cgi/image/width=1200,height=630,fit=crop,quality=80,onerror=redirect/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/23/12375672-1-scaled.jpg BE en The European Commission will publish an amendment to the European Climate Law on Feb. 26 to set a new emissions-reduction goal for 2040. The EU executive recommended the bloc target a 90 percent cut in planet-warming emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels a year ago. "The official, granted anonymity to disclose internal planning details, said the plan was now to publish an amendment to the European Climate Law on Feb. 26. | Oliver Matthys/EPA=EFE BRUSSELS — The Eur...[+642 chars]" 2025-02-24T04:51:50 Is Sixt SE's (ETR:SIX2) 12% ROE Strong Compared To Its Industry? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sixt-ses-etr-six2-12-045150289.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/976387f9691d9e9c613091b5dddac717 US en Sixt SE (ETR:SIX2) has a 12% return on equity of €238m, based on the trailing twelve months to September 2024. ROE is the rate of return on the capital invested in the company that makes a profit. Sixt has a similar ROE to the Transportation industry. It has a high level of debt. Many investors are still learning about the various metrics that can be useful when analysing a stock. This article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE). To keep the lesso...[+3926 chars] 2025-02-24T04:46:09 SGX shares up over 3% after measures to revive S'pore stock market Sue-Ann Tan https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/sgx-shares-up-over-3-after-measures-to-revive-spore-stock-market https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/b6363b87619cd9abe21245ab88896518b4ed0ad9963089e3e6fef0311bd4941f SG en The Singapore Exchange's shares reached a morning high of $13.70 on Feb 24, up from its previous close of $12.80 on Feb 21. The shares were trading at $13:22 at noon, up 3.28%. The Monetary Authority of Singapore will launch a $5 billion programme where the funds will be channeled to selected Singapore fund managers. Regulations will be streamlined to make the listing process more efficient. "The shares were trading at $13.22 at noon, up 3.28 per cent. PHOTO: REUTERS SGX shares up over 3% after measures to revive S'pore stock market SINGAPORE - The Singapore Exchange (SGX) saw its shares r...[+1377 chars]" 2025-02-24T04:43:00 Thai Union Among Top 1% in Global Sustainability https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2966936/thai-union-among-top-1-in-global-sustainability- https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250224/c1_2966936_700.jpg TH en Thai Union Group PCL has been recognised as one of the world's most sustainable companies in the food products industry. Thai Union achieved a score of 85 out of 100 following S&P's Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) 2024 and was one of 780 companies listed in the Yearbook out of 7,690 assessed. Thai Union Group PCL, the world's seafood leader, has been recognised as one the world's most sustainable companies in the food products industry, ranking in the top 1% of the S&P Global Sustainabilit...[+1941 chars] 2025-02-24T04:42:54 The Dual Impact of Digitalization: Advancing Sustainability, Challenging Governance Co E-EDP https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/other/3272584-the-dual-impact-of-digitalization-advancing-sustainability-challenging-governance https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/21_02_2025_09_16_20_7887076.webp?width=920&format=jpeg IN en A study by researchers from Roma Tre University, Università degli Studi di Milano, the University of Essex, and the World Bank examines the intersection of technology and corporate ethical standards. The research is based on data from World Bank Enterprise Surveys spanning from 2006 to 2023 covering over 192,000 firms across 158 countries. It finds that digitalization is a powerful tool in promoting corporate environmental responsibility and workforce development. However, there is still a significant underrepresentation of women in top management positions within digital-tech firms. The study highlights the need for interventions that promote gender diversity. A groundbreaking study by researchers from Roma Tre University, Università degli Studi di Milano, the University of Essex, and the World Bank, in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, examin...[+5694 chars] 2025-02-24T04:29:16 Coscharis Group pledges premium value, excellence in 2025 strategy push The Sun https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4141254/coscharis-group-pledges-premium-value-excellence-in-2025-strategy-push.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Coscharis Group has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering exceptional value across its diverse business sectors. Board of Directors resolved to strengthen the groups promise of offering top-notch products and services in order to ensure that customers receive unparalleled value in 2025 strategy push. In a bold commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence, Coscharis Group has reaffirmed its dedication to delivering exceptional value across its diverse business sectors. Rising from...[+317 chars] 2025-02-24T04:04:46 Danantara Officially Launched, Analysts Highlight Importance of Transparency Dinda Shabrina https://en.tempo.co/read/1979099/danantara-officially-launched-analysts-highlight-importance-of-transparency https://statik.tempo.co/data/2025/02/24/id_1379828/1379828_720.jpg?rand=9 ID en Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto launches Daya Anagata Nusantara (Danantara) Investment Board this morning, Monday, February 24, 2025. Danantara has ambitious goals: to drive economic growth to 8 percent by 2029 and focus on developing the renewable energy sector (40 percent), digital infrastructure (25 percent), and food security (15 percent). Transparency and accountable governance will be key to the institution's success. "TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto launches Daya Anagata Nusantara (Danantara) Investment Board this morning, Monday, February 24, 2025. Danantara, a Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF)...[+2684 chars]" 2025-02-24T03:58:00 Adani Group Tax https://english.jagran.com/business/adani-group-news-adani-group-pays-58104-crore-tax-in-fy24-details-10220254 https://imgeng.jagran.com/images/2025/02/24/article/image/Adani-Group-1740369208284.jpg IN en Adani Group companies paid Rs 58,104.4 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610 crore in the previous fiscal. The group led by billionaire Gautam Adani has released its tax transparency report for the financial year 2023/2024. Adani Group News: Adani Group, which has businesses ranging from ports to power, on Sunday said group companies paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610 crore in the previous fiscal...[+3388 chars] 2025-02-24T03:29:52 The MAS Unleashes a S$5 Billion Programme to Boost the Stock Market: 4 Singapore Stocks That Will Benefit Royston Yang https://sg.news.yahoo.com/mas-unleashes-5-billion-programme-032952217.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_smart_investor_443/9d6885fd373b5674b3d0312c17f67d7d US en In August last year, the Monetary Authority of Singapore announced formation of a review group to recommend measures to strengthen the Singapore equities market development. Last Friday, the EMRG unveiled its first set of measures. They aim to stoke investor demand and improve the attractiveness of the local bourse for initial public offerings (IPOs). "The wait has been worth it. In August last year, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced the formation of a review group to recommend measures to strengthen equities market development in ...[+6153 chars]" 2025-02-24T02:18:20 Finance: From compliance to responsibility Dure Sameen Akhund https://www.dawn.com/news/1893906/finance-from-compliance-to-responsibility https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/02/67bbab2427f67.jpg PK en For Pakistani businesses, responsible business conduct (RBC) is both a moral obligation and a business strategy. In Pakistan, companies are expected by law to spend two per cent of their profits on corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities. Businesses that prioritise sustainability gain a competitive edge and appeal to customers. In an increasingly interconnected world, responsible business conduct (RBC) — defined by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) as contributing to economic, environmental, a...[+5400 chars] 2025-02-24T01:48:25 EU fund managers churn out defence funds once deemed uninvestable The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/EU_fund_managers_churn_out_defence_funds_once_deemed_uninves https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/[] US en Even investors focused on environmental, social and governance (ESG) metrics are softening their exclusion policies to make room for defence assets, as a sign of the times, says the report. The report adds that strict exclusion policies are being relaxed to make way for defense assets. And in a sign of the times, even investors focused on environmental, social and governance (ESG) metrics are now softening once strict exclusion policies to make room for defence assets. 2025-02-24T01:23:25 Unlisted cos allowed to issue shares by way of other than right Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40349671/unlisted-cos-allowed-to-issue-shares-by-way-of-other-than-right https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/24043635c7b0cb0.jpg?r=043639 PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has allowed unlisted companies to issue shares by way of other than right. It will expand access-to-finance and the overall outreach for start-ups by enabling them to attract investment from a wider group of investors. "ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has allowed unlisted companies to issue shares by way of other than right; i.e., to any person. According to the SECP's capital iss...[+1440 chars]" 2025-02-24T01:23:25 HSBC delays net-zero emissions target by 20 years Reuters https://www.brecorder.com/news/40349626/hsbc-delays-net-zero-emissions-target-by-20-years https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/24025845eaece78.jpg?r=025848 PK en HSBC is ditching its target of reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its business by 2030. Instead, it is aiming to reach the target 20 years later, by 2050. It only expects to record a 40% drop in emissions this decade. The bank also announced an internal review of targets on emissions linked to its loans. LONDON: HSBC is ditching its target of reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its business by 2030 because of slow change in the economy, the bank said on Wednesday, compounding fears from campaign...[+1733 chars] 2025-02-24T00:30:17 Sebi chief's new power during emergencies may have an unintended outcome, say experts Neha Joshi https://www.livemint.com/market/sebi-chief-emergencies-new-framework-consultation-feedback-11740297915727.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/23/1600x900/Sebi_1707411400672_1740306056065.jpg IN en Sebi's new regulations mandate a 21-day period for public feedback on proposed changes, except in emergencies. The new law allows Sebi to expedite action in urgent cases. The government has been pushing for more public consultations while drafting rules. The Economic Survey recommends that the financial sector regulators include public consultations in the regulation-making process. Mumbai: A new framework that allows the market regulator's chief to bypass the consultation process before finalizing rules has drawn criticism, with the legal fraternity saying it could make the proc...[+4630 chars] 2025-02-24T00:03:28 WiseTech board purge triggers $10b share plunge as White scandals widen Colin Kruger https://www.watoday.com.au/business/companies/wisetech-s-independent-directors-step-down-as-white-scandals-widen-20250224-p5leiv.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.1455%2C$multiply_0.7554%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_86%2Cf_auto/t_watoday_no_label_no_age_social_wm/b62cbd2528e8c642f957bb22f436553a08c6dc2a AU en Richard Dammery, Lisa Brock, Michael Malone, Fiona Pak-Poy, Matthew Haupt, Maree Isaacs, Charles Gibbon and Mike Gregg are leaving the board of WiseTech. The company's half-year financial results are due this Wednesday. The board was put under pressure last week when fresh allegations emerged that Richard White provided a female employee with financial support and help with her visa in return for an ongoing sexual relationship. There are also questions about his relationship with his wife, Zena Nasser. The board was put under pressure last week when fresh allegations emerged that White provided a female employee with financial support and help with her visa in return for an ongoing sexual relationsh...[+3471 chars] 2025-02-24T00:01:57 PwC: Number of firms targeting net zero by 2030 almost doubles https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409821/pwc-firms-targeting-net-zero-2030-doubles https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/6bc4bb7/3ce3e844-3666-4748-8129-4159a4e22a2a/13/iStock-1580387922-370x229.jpg GB en The share of large organisations committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030 has almost doubled since last year, rising from 28 to 47 per cent according to new research by professional services giant, Prosecco. It is almost double from 28 per cent last year. The share of large organisations committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030 has almost doubled since last year, rising from 28 to 47 per cent according to new research by professional services ...[+8 chars] 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Leaked Draft Shows Lower EU Sustainability Reporting Requirements Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/02/24/leaked-draft-shows-lower-eu-sustainability-reporting-requirements https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/672259e254471c9be6c3438b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Union is revising the laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climate change and report carbon emissions. The Omnibus Simplification Package will look at the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the Corporate Sustaining Due Diligence Directive. Leaked draft shows a rollback of the CSRD and the removal of civil penalties. Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climat...[+6219 chars] 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Navigating 2025's Governance Realities: Putting Substance Over Signaling The Sorenson Impact Institute https://www.forbes.com/sites/sorensonimpact/2025/02/24/navigating-2025s-governance-realities-putting-substance-over-signaling https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67bccf6d7a29543a84210f7b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The boundaries for decision-making are shifting, raising questions about what Directors need to consider and the consequences they need to assess. Some companies have reacted quickly to political policy changes and disruption and some have already scaled back, reframed, or eliminated their initiatives. In the 21st century governance calls for a more substantive, nuanced approach to stewarding companies for strong, resilient performance over the longer term. "Leaders who place substance over signaling will identify ways to accelerate their progression toward ... [+] sustainability and impact objectives. Written by Sorenson Global Impact Leaders Rosemary Ad...[+6204 chars]" 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Irish companies unprepared for new EU sustainability rules Ian Curran https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/02/24/irish-companies-unprepared-for-new-eu-sustainability-rules https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/B4Y6EMMLHU5LNL4VL4PLIKDIKM.jpg?smart=true&auth=57251618b3f6508722e85ea1b66ccf5f0828877dcf37afa4be609fe523ebe8c3&width=1200&height=630 IE en European Commission is set to publish omnibus legislation this week. It will propose deep cuts to the EU's environmental reporting rule book, which came into force last summer. According to A&L Goodbody report, Irish companies are woefully underprepared to implement the new standards. Irish companies remain underprepared to meet EU sustainability and enforcement standards, a new survey has revealed, even as the bloc looks set to water down the new reporting rules that came into eff...[+2907 chars] 2025-02-24T00:00:00 India to host 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/India_to_host_12th_Regional_3R_and_Circular_Economy_Forum_in https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The event will focus on achieving SDGs and carbon neutrality in the Asia-Pacific region. It will feature plenary sessions, roundtables and knowledge-sharing opportunities. It is expected to last for two days. for participants and participants in the event. The event will focus on achieving SDGs and carbon neutrality in the Asia-Pacific region, featuring plenary sessions, roundtables, and knowledge-sharing opportunities. 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Shipping industry faces ongoing debate over GHG pricing SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Shipping_industry_faces_ongoing_debate_over_GHG_pricing https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en IMO's Intersessional Working Group on the Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 18) has concluded. There are calls for further action within the maritime industry. IMO has used the draft text for an action plan. The IMO's Intersessional Working Group on the Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 18), held from February 17-21, has concluded, sparking discussions and calls for further action within the...[+116 chars] 2025-02-24T00:00:00 IndusInd Bank, Ashok Leyland and 7 more stocks see highest promoter pledge rise in Dec qtr The Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/IndusInd_Bank_Ashok_Leyland_and_7_more_stocks_see_highest_pr https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Kotak Equities has analyzed the pledged holdings of BSE-500 stocks. Kotak equities has found that there are no pledged shares in the stocks listed on the BSE. The shares are all listed on Kotak shares, which is a small market cap. Kotak Equities, after analyzing the pledged holdings of BSE-500 stocks, 2025-02-24T00:00:00 ZTE again makes prestigious CDP A List for leading climate action, reinforcing global climate leadership Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/ZTE_again_makes_prestigious_CDP_A_List_for_leading_climate_a_i https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ) has been recognized with the prestigious CDP A score for leading climate action in CDP's 2024 disclosures. The company achieved A score across multiple categories, including Outstanding ESG Performance of H-Share Companies. SHENZHEN, China, /CNW/ -- ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has once again been recognized with the pre...[+172 chars] 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Major Changes at Swiss Steel Signal Industry Shift Oil Price https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Major_Changes_at_Swiss_Steel_Signal_Industry_Shift https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Swiss Steel Group has announced plans to voluntarily delist from the local stock exchange. Swiss Steel Group partly cited restructuring and restructuring of the steel industry as the reason for the delistings. for the decision. i.e. the company's restructuring and restructuring. Via Metal Miner Swiss Steel Group recently announced plans to voluntarily delist from the local stock exchange. The sustainable steel industry leader partly cited restructuring and 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Hong Kong to kick on with paperless stock market system in nod for environment South China Morning Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Hong_Kong_to_kick_on_with_paperless_stock_market_system_in_n https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Listed companies will go fully electronic in batches over the next five years. Individual investors have options and costs to consider. SFC offers information on the options and prices available for individual investors.   Â . - SFC Listed companies will go fully electronic in batches over the next five years, while individual investors have options and costs to consider: SFC. 2025-02-24T00:00:00 The Restaurant Industry Is About To Have Its #MeToo Movement Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/The_Restaurant_Industry_Is_About_To_Have_Its_MeToo_Movement https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The real question is whether the industry will finally listen to what people are saying. - iReport.com. iReporter.com will let you know if the industry listens to the people's concerns about the industry. Report.com The real question isn't whether the industry hears this—it's whether it finally listens. 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Leaked Draft Shows Weakened EU Sustainability Due Diligence Law Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Leaked_Draft_Shows_Weakened_EU_Sustainability_Due_Diligence_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, as part of the EU's green agenda. The reform will be in line with the Green Deal's aim to reduce business regulation. Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Navigating 2025's Governance Realities: Putting Substance Over Signaling Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Navigating_2025_s_Governance_Realities_Putting_Substance_Ove https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Boards need to be transparent about their decision-making process. They should orient around the substance of their impact rather than virtue signaling, as they would be well-served to orient around substance of the impact. The board needs to focus on the substance and not on the virtue signaling. Boards need to be transparent about their decision-making process and would be well-served to orient around the substance of their impact rather than virtue signaling. 2025-02-24T00:00:00 NY's cap-and-invest climate initiative delayed, leaving businesses in limbo Business Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/NYs_capandinvest_climate_initiative_delayed_leaving_business https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/[] US en The initiative that would impose new costs on carbon-emitting businesses was supposed to debut late last year, but it's nowhere to be seen. It's not clear when it will be implemented.   . for the initiative. An initiative that would impose new costs on carbon-emitting businesses were expected to debut late last year. Instead they're nowhere to be seen. 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Disclosure for GGB / GGTB (Hellenic Exchanges - Athens Stock Exchange SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Disclosure_for_GGB_GGTB_Hellenic_Exchanges_Athens_Stock_Exch https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Athens Stock Exchange announces that on February 25th, 2025, the listing of 250,000 additional bonds of the Hellenic Republic will be implemented, with GGB and GGTB as the first two to be listed on the exchange's market. ) Print Disclosure for GGB / GGTB 24 February 2025 Disclosure for GGB / GGTB The Athens Stock Exchange announces that on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025, the listing of 250,000 additional bonds of the He...[+41 chars] 2025-02-24T00:00:00 SIGMA LITHIUM ADVANCES CONSTRUCTION TO DOUBLE CAPACITY AND PROVIDES FY2024 PREVIEW AND FY2025 GUIDANCE Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/sigma_lithium_advances_construction_to_double_capacity_and_p_f https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sigma Lithium Corporation is a leading global lithium producer dedicated to powering the next generation of electric vehicles with carbon-neutral, socially and environmentally sustainable lithium concentrate. The company provides an update on its future plans. - Síso Paulo, Brazil. "SíO PAULO, /CNW/ -- Sigma Lithium Corporation (TSXV/NASDAQ: SGML, BVMF: S2GM34) (""Sigma Lithium"" or the ""Company""), a leading global lithium producer dedicated to powering the next generation of elect...[+121 chars]" 2025-02-24T00:00:00 NGX: How Geregu Power, Three Other Stocks Worth N17.48trn Traded Flat Since 2024 This Day https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/NGX_How_Geregu_Power_Three_Other_Stocks_Worth_N1748trn_Trade https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Geregu Power Plc and three other blue-chip companies have been trading flat between December 2024 till date. The price movement band on any given Trading day is 10% based on the previous day's closing price, and 10% on the day before. Business | 1 hour ago Kayode Tokede As the initial enthusiasm that trailed its listing on the floor of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) wilts, Geregu Power Plc and three other blue-chip companies w...[+302 chars] 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Sandoz launches biosimilar Pyzchiva� (ustekinumab-ttwe) in the US, offering new treatment for around 12 million patients[1-4] Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Sandoz_launches_biosimilar_Pyzchiva_ustekinumabttwe_in_the_U https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ad hoc announcement pursuant to art. 53 SIX Swiss Exchange Listing Rules is made in compliance with the rules of the Swiss Exchange. The announcement is made on behalf of the Exchange.  “The Exchange’s Board of Trustees’ approval is required. Ad hoc announcement pursuant to art. 53 SIX Swiss Exchange Listing Rules 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Elimination of federal climate tools, some used to inquire in to Musk's firms, sparks alarm The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Elimination_of_federal_climate_tools_some_used_to_inquire_in_w https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Environment justice advocates say tools to study pollution in vulnerable communities by companies, including xAI and SpaceX, have disappeared. xAI, SpaceX, and others are accused of not providing such tools to environmental justice advocates. xai, SpaceX and xAI deny the accusation. Environment justice advocates say tools to study pollution in vulnerable communities by companies, including xAI and SpaceX, have disappeared 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Citing Elon Musk, city councillor wants Ottawa to suspend its X accounts CBC https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Citing_Elon_Musk_city_councillor_wants_Ottawa_to_suspend_its https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Coun. Laura Dudas says Elon Musk and X do not uphold the values of transparency, impartiality, respect and accountability, which she views as core values for the city, which is why she thinks they do not fit the values for Ottawa. She thinks they no longer uphold them. "Ottawa Coun. Laura Dudas says Elon Musk and X no longer uphold the values of "" transparency, impartiality, respect and accountability, "" which she views as core values for the city." 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Why ONGC keeps its shareholders in dark about Rs 25000 crore win against Mukesh Ambani\u0026#039;s Reliance DNA India https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Why_ONGC_keeps_its_shareholders_in_dark_about_Rs_25000_crore https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ONGC is required to disclose such material, price-sensitive information to its shareholders. ONGC will disclose such information to the shareholders soon. i.e. to the public. In the past ONGC has disclosed this information to public at its shareholders' request. ONGC is required to disclose such material, price-sensitive information to its shareholders. 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Consumers are boycotting major retailers. They plan for a 'blackout' on Feb. 28 Go Erie https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Consumers_are_boycotting_major_retailers_They_plan_for_a_bla_9 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Consumers are rallying to speak through their wallets as a way to speak out against companies that are retreating from DEI initiatives.  ""Go woke go broke""" Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know. Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Co...[+109 chars] 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Economic Times Leadership Dialogues: Company boards must evolve to stay effective amid change, say experts The Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/24/Economic_Times_Leadership_Dialogues_Company_boards_must_evol https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Company boards must evolve to address modern challenges driven by economic, geopolitical, and technological changes, according to the report by the International Board of Directors (IBD). It adds that the board needs to be able to respond to the changing needs of the times. Company boards must evolve to address modern challenges driven by economic, geopolitical, and technological changes. 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Politically independent oversight and good governance key to Danantara's success Yuddy Hendranata https://www.thejakartapost.com/opinion/2025/02/25/politically-independent-oversight-and-good-governance-key-to-danantaras-success.html https://img.jakpost.net/c/2025/02/24/2025_02_24_160528_1740378018._large.jpg ID en Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, is prepared to transform the nation's economic landscape. It has an initial capital of US$20 billion and projected assets surpassing $900 billion. The government envisions it as a catalyst for economic growth, aiming to elevate GDP by 8 percent. It aspires to harness state-owned enterprises to bolster Indonesia's investment environment. "I ndonesia's sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, is prepared to transform the nation's economic landscape. With an initial capital of US$20 billion and projected assets surpassing $900 billion, the gove...[+1825 chars]" 2025-02-24T00:00:00 United Aygaz, Teach For Bangladesh sign deal Business Desk https://www.newagebd.net/post/mis/258696/united-aygaz-teach-for-bangladesh-sign-deal https://outspoken.newagebd.com/files/img/202502/fdf4e7d72506f948d80ee74f2e3a7fb0_og.jpg BD en United Aygaz LPG Limited and Teach For Bangladesh have partnered in a corporate social responsibility initiative to drive climate resilience. The collaboration will support 'Climate Resilient Classrooms for Students for a Greener Tomorrow' project aimed at fostering leadership among students in Bangladesh. "United Aygaz LPG Limited and Teach For Bangladesh have partnered in a corporate social responsibility initiative to drive climate resilience, said a press release. United Aygaz LPG Limited chief execu...[+563 chars]" 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Guest Editorial: Enter sustainable DEVILopment Nik Kowsar https://www.yumasun.com/opinion/guest-editorial-enter-sustainable-devilopment/article_d07a6410-f2f7-11ef-94bb-e31563abfcb3.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/yumasun.com/content/tncms/custom/image/2b499f16-f28d-11e5-bae5-d756cbd1f5e4.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en For years, he's been an evangelist for sustainable development. Now he's in the land of the free and the world's most ambitious carbon footprint. The details scream that we've been committing a spectacular mistake for years, even with all those SDGs. "For years, I've been a die-hard evangelist for sustainable development – making TV shows, writing articles about water, and hoping future generations won't have to Google, 'What were trees?' But now, ...[+343 chars]" 2025-02-24T00:00:00 ZSE mandates sustainability reporting for listed firms Staff Writer https://dailynews.co.zw/zse-mandates-sustainability-reporting-for-listed-firms https://dailynews.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/cropped-Daily-News-favicon-32x32.jpg ZW en ZSE has announced that all listed entities will be required to submit sustainability reports starting from financial years. To access this post, you need to purchase a subscription. Click the button below to visit our subscriptions page to select the package you want to subscribe to. "THE Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) has announced that all listed entities will be required to submit sustainability reports starting from financial years... To access this post, you must purchase a sub...[+93 chars]" 2025-02-24T00:00:00 Rs 58,104 cr paid in taxes by Adani Group https://www.thehitavada.com/Encyc/2025/2/24/Rs-58-104-cr.html https://www.thehitavada.com/Encyc/2025/2/24/taxes-by-Adani-Group_202502241044488852_H@@IGHT_655_W@@IDTH_873.jpg IN en Adani Group companies paid Rs 58,104.4 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610 crore in the previous financial year. The details are covered in the independent reports published by seven of the group's listed entities - Adani Enterprises, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone and Adani Green Energy. The figure also includes the tax paid by three other listed companies - NDTV, ACC and Sanghi Industries. "Rs 58,104 cr paid in taxes by Adani Group NEW DELHI : PORTS-TO-POWER conglomerate Adani Group on Sunday said group companies paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610 crore in the pr...[+1148 chars]" 2025-02-23T23:38:01 ASX 200 data centre stock sinks 5% to a 52-week low on results day James Mickleboro https://www.msn.com/en-au/lifestyle/misc/asx-200-data-centre-stock-sinks-5-to-a-52-week-low-on-results-day/ar-AA1zDe1H US en The Nextdc Ltd (ASX: NXT) share price is under pressure on Monday. The ASX 200 data centre stock is down 5% to a 52-week low of $13.73. NextDC reported a 13% increase in net revenue to $167.8 million and a 3% lift in underlying EBITDA to $105.4 million for the six months ended 31 December. The company has announced a Growth Incentive Plan (GIP) for the company's CEO and managing director, Craig Scroggie, and executives. "The Nextdc Ltd (ASX: NXT) share price is under pressure on Monday. At the time of writing, the ASX 200 data centre stock is down 5% to a 52-week low of $13.73. This follows broad market weakness and t...[+3999 chars]" 2025-02-23T23:05:36 BBVA raises sustainable finance target to 700 billion euros Reuters https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/bbva-raises-sustainable-finance-target-230536545.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/6520d81f1e53174eed69ba138b4e939f US en BBVA has increased its target for lending to sustainable businesses to 700 billion euros over the next five years. The lender established a new global finance unit focused on clean technologies and innovation last year. Environmentalists fear banks could be affected by the shift in the political climate, particularly under U.S. President Donald Trump. "MADRID (Reuters) - BBVA has increased its target for lending to businesses the Spanish bank considers sustainable to 700 billion euros ($732.7 billion) over the next five years, it said on Monday. The...[+1309 chars]" 2025-02-23T22:28:25 Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway removes diversity and inclusion from annual report Reuters https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/buffett-s-berkshire-hathaway-removes-diversity-and-inclusion-from-annual-report/ar-AA1zDfOv US en Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has changed its approach to discussing its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The company joined Amazon.com, Boeing, Citigroup, Ford, McDonald's, Morgan Stanley, and Walmart in curbing public support for diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. "Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway on Saturday joined a growing list of American companies to publicly change their approach to discussing their commitment to diversity and inclusion. Berkshire's ann...[+1569 chars]" 2025-02-23T22:00:20 Autosports Group (ASX:ASG) Has Announced That Its Dividend Will Be Reduced To A$0.035 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/autosports-group-asx-asg-announced-220020464.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/c81cd85cb4b7d3ca5825dd1ac04873a7 US en Autosports Group Limited's (ASX:ASG) dividend is being reduced from last year's payment covering the same period to A$0.035 on the 30th of May. Since 2018, the company grew its distributions at a yearly rate of about 6.2%. The company has impressed Simply Wall St by growing its EPS at 49% per year over the past five years. Autosports Group Limited's (ASX:ASG) dividend is being reduced from last year's payment covering the same period to A$0.035 on the 30th of May. This means that the annual payment is 4.2% of the curren...[+3295 chars] 2025-02-23T18:47:25 Adani companies tax contribution reaches Rs 58,104 Crore for FY 2023-24 Pioneer News Service https://www.dailypioneer.com/2025/business/adani-companies-tax-contribution-reaches-rs-58-104-crore-for-fy-2023-24.html https://www.dailypioneer.com/uploads/2025/story/images/big/adani-companies-tax-contribution-reaches-rs-58-104-crore-for-fy-2023-24-2025-02-24.jpg IN en The Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 Crore for the financial year 2023-24. The details are covered in the independent reports published by seven of the group's listed entities: Adani Enterprises Limited, Adani Ports, Special Economic Zone Limited, Ambuja Cements Limited, Adani Green Energy Limited, and Adani Energy Solutions Limited. In line with its commitment to practising the highest standard of governance and commitment towards all its stakeholders, the Adani Group, a global leader in infrastructure development, has announced ...[+4219 chars] 2025-02-23T18:16:38 Adani Group pays Rs 58,104 crore tax in fiscal 2023-24 PTI https://www.millenniumpost.in/business/adani-group-pays-rs-58104-crore-tax-in-fiscal-2023-24-599915 https://www.millenniumpost.in/h-upload/2025/02/23/835414-adani-group-2-mugshot.jpg IN en Adani Group companies paid Rs 58,104.4 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610.2 crore in the previous financial year. The details are covered in the independent reports published by seven of the group's listed entities - Adani Enterprises, Adani Ports, Special Economic Zone and Adani Green Energy. "New Delhi: Ports-to-power conglomerate Adani Group on Sunday said group companies paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610 crore in the previous financial year. The taxes paid inclu...[+2891 chars]" 2025-02-23T18:00:00 Downgrading errant firms to junk punishes investors Ahsan Habib https://www.thedailystar.net/business/news/downgrading-errant-firms-junk-punishes-investors-3832136 https://www.thedailystar.net/sites/all/themes/sloth/favicon.ico BD en Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission downgraded 19 companies to the Z or junk category for not distributing at least 80 percent of their declared dividends. The downgrading has caused stock prices to drop, leading to losses for investors. Brokers' association president proposes that the BSEC amend its directive to penalise board members instead of investors. No one expects to bear the consequences of offenses committed by another person. Yet, this is exactly what is happening in the stock market, where investors are suffering due to the wrongdoings of com...[+3274 chars] 2025-02-23T17:45:50 Governance & Success in Today's World http://www.jordantimes.com/news/features/governance-success-todays-world https://jordantimes.com/sites/default/files/styles/news_inner/public/4_99.png?itok=lmnTEp2T JO en In today's competitive landscape, achieving success requires mastering essential principles and applying the right tools. One of the most impactful concepts for driving results is governance. Governance is a system built on five foundational pillars that promote transparency, fairness and credibility while guiding organisations toward excellence. "Photo courtesy of Family Flavours magazine In today's ever-changing and competitive landscape, achieving success demands more than just effort — it requires mastering essential principles and applying...[+2217 chars]" 2025-02-23T17:41:33 Business leaders must stand up against attacks on diversity and democracy Guardian Staff https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/23/business-leaders-must-stand-up-against-attacks-on-diversity-and-democracy https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/a37f029c5b044c197f2af8f5c2d9f964b4a30d27/0_0_6215_3730/master/6215.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=736cd1d709777937fa36eb3db2c295a0 GB en Stefan Stern's article on CEOs and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives was timely. Simon Bazalgette supports leaders who demonstrate they are serious about bringing the world together for the benefit of everyone, not just for their own narrow interests. The institutions of democracy and regulated capitalism are being seriously tested. Stefan Stern's article on CEOs and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives was very timely, and resonated strongly with me (To the CEOs who've joined Trump's fight against diversity, I say t...[+1177 chars] 2025-02-23T17:09:21 Is YOUR money in a failing woke fund? Our money experts reveal the 10 worst... and what to do next CALUM MUIRHEAD https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/mailplus/article-14427021/money-failing-woke-fund-experts-reveal-worst-investment.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/23/16/95499857-0-image-m-13_1740328252796.jpg GB en Spot the Dog report shows a quarter of the worst-performing investment funds in the UK are based on 'woke' investment practices. The amount of savers' money held in the 137 funds on the list has shot up by 26% to £67.4bn since the last survey in August. "Go woke or go broke. That seems to be the message from the latest Spot the Dog report by City experts into underperforming investment funds. A quarter of the worst-performing funds in the UK are based...[+9279 chars]" 2025-02-23T16:44:02 Scotland ‘likely to miss net zero climate target by up to 20m tonnes' Severin Carrell https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/feb/23/scotland-likely-to-miss-net-zero-climate-target-by-up-to-20m-tonnes https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/0f055781579aac0c7853458fe0dd4d560d1032a7/709_502_3460_2076/master/3460.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=32c17749e5b778d75a9f4a93993af14a GB en Scotland is likely to miss its legally binding climate target by up to 20m tonnes, according to official data seen by the Guardian. The Scottish government set itself the world-leading target of reaching net zero by 2045. It is unlikely to do so without a massive increase in spending on new forests and peatland restoration, farming reform and untested or expensive machinery to take CO2 out of the air. "Scotland is likely to miss its legally binding climate target by up to 20m tonnes, according to official data seen by the Guardian. The Scottish government set itself the world-leading target of reach...[+4171 chars]" 2025-02-23T16:15:00 Three Golden Rules For Integrating Profit And Purpose Nell Derick Debevoise https://www.forbes.com/sites/nelldebevoise/2025/02/23/three-golden-rules-for-integrating-profit-and-purpose https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b8e5f5cc31f499f22c3de3/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en In today's business landscape, success is no longer measured solely by quarterly earnings. Integrating profit and purpose means aligning your bottom line with broader, long-term benefits to society and the environment. Seventh Generation has built its brand on a holistic perspective, prioritizing environmental health and social responsibility alongside profit. Danone's strategy goes beyond profit margins to nurture local ecosystems and ensure the health of communities. In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, success is no longer measured solely by quarterly earnings. Increasingly, senior corporate leaders are challenged to balance the drive for material gain...[+8905 chars] 2025-02-23T15:52:39 'HSBC Pushes Back Net Zero Goals by 20 Years', By Mark Segal Mark Segal https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/hsbc-pushes-back-net-zero-goals-by https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Feeee4d7c-4ca3-483f-9ad8-b04d62680f50_766x494.jpeg US en HSBC has pushed back its 2030 target to achieve net zero emissions in its operations and supply chain by 20 years. The bank is also reviewing its interim targets to reduce financed emissions in key carbon-intensive industries. HSBC will provide and facilitate $750 billion to $1 trillion of sustainable finance by 2030. "ENVIRONMENT / SUSTAINABLE FINANCE HSBC Pushes Back Net Zero Goals by 20 Years February 19, 2025 HSBC revealed today a series of major changes to its climate goals, including a decision to push back it...[+3722 chars]" 2025-02-23T14:45:37 Navigating ESG challenges and opportunities: the role of a specialized Brazilian law firm Erika Bechara https://www.migalhas.com.br/depeso/425143/navigating-esg-challenges-and-opportunities https://img2.migalhas.com.br/_MEDPROC_/author.jpg._PROC_AC425143AT1AP11.jpg BR en The upcoming COP-30 in 2025 positions Brazil as a central player in global sustainability efforts, but there are challenges around human rights, environmental protection and governance issues. Brazil has taken a proactive stance on ESG, introducing a range of federal regulations recently that are in line with historic international commitments, while taking into account local realities. As the world grapples with complex ESG - environmental, social and governance dynamics in 2024, Brazil finds itself at a pivotal moment. The upcoming COP-30 in 2025 positions the country as a central ...[+6995 chars] 2025-02-23T14:44:27 Adani Group Pays Rs 58,104 cr Tax in FY 2023-24 Before Content https://www.timesnownews.com/business-economy/adani-group-pays-rs-58104-cr-tax-in-fy-2023-24-article-118507284 https://static.tnn.in/thumb/msid-118507286,thumbsize-33494,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-75/118507286.jpg IN en Adani Group companies paid Rs 58,104.4 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610.2 crore in the previous financial year. The conglomerate helmed by billionaire Gautam Adani released its Tax Transparency Reports for financial year 2023/2024. Ports-to-power conglomerate Adani Group on Sunday said group companies paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610 crore in the previous financial year.The taxes paid include direct co...[+3212 chars] 2025-02-23T14:02:58 Is Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) the Top Stock to Buy According to Sustainable Insight Capital Management? Sajjl Nooranne https://finance.yahoo.com/news/chipotle-mexican-grill-inc-cmg-140258630.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/LYsy3OIrFm9B_ocHz7qkxQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/b81a859b45533ff4280a6d306633720c US en Sustainable Insight Capital Management (SICM) focuses on institutional investments offering both long-only and long-short strategies in public equities. Its top 10 holdings make up 56.36% of its portfolio. Kevin Edward Parker is the founder and CEO of SICM. Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG) is a U.S.-based fast-casual restaurant chain with 3,500 locations in six countries. We recently published a list of . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG) stands against other top stocks to buy according to sustainable insight ...[+6341 chars] 2025-02-23T13:18:14 Downgrading junk punishes investors for company missteps Ahsan Habib https://www.thedailystar.net/business/news/downgrading-junk-punishes-investors-company-missteps-3831586 https://tds-images.thedailystar.net/sites/default/files/styles/social_share/public/images/2025/02/23/junk_stocks_0.jpg BD en Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission downgraded 19 companies to the Z or junk category for not distributing at least 80 percent of their declared dividends. The downgrading has caused stock prices to drop, leading to losses for investors. Brokers' association president proposes that the BSEC amend its directive to penalise board members instead of investors. No one expects to bear the consequences of offenses committed by another person. Yet, this is exactly what is happening in the stock market, where investors are suffering due to the wrongdoings of com...[+3274 chars] 2025-02-23T13:14:00 Adani Group paid Rs 58,000 crore in global taxes in FY24 ENS Economic Bureau https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2025/Feb/23/adani-group-paid-rs-58000-crore-in-global-taxes-in-fy24 https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-01-28%2Fsp6y36fb%2FANI_20250128145716.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en The Adani group has paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes and other contributions to the government exchequer in 2023-24. The company paid Rs 46,610 crore in global taxes in the previous year. The information was released through what it called a 'Tax Transparency Report' for the financial year 2023/24. It covers the group's listed entities. The Adani group, which has constantly come under scrutiny over its business practices, has said that the group's listed entities paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes and other contributions to government exc...[+1976 chars] 2025-02-23T12:52:42 State Bank of India Aims for Net-Zero by 2055 Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3275006-state-bank-of-india-aims-for-net-zero-by-2055 https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/28_05_2024_15_53_51_4453533.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The State Bank of India is aiming to achieve Net-Zero carbon emissions by 2055. The announcement was made at the SBI Green Marathon Season 5 event in Mumbai. Over 10,000 participants took part in different racing categories ranging from 5km to 21km. The State Bank of India is eyeing an ambitious environmental milestone, as its Chairman C S Setty announced the goal to achieve Net-Zero carbon emissions by 2055. This announcement comes as part of a ...[+628 chars] 2025-02-23T12:36:00 Ethiopia set to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 pct by 2030 Adlet Seilkhanov https://en.inform.kz/news/ethiopia-set-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-688-pct-by-2030-ce403f https://img.inform.kz/kazinform-photobank/media/2024-11-19/72594fa3-8181-4a28-b2a4-f092609db50b.jpeg KZ en Ethiopia is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 percent by 2030 as part of an effort to implement its climate resilience strategy. Assefa urged the private sector to actively engage in financing and implementing green projects and adopting sustainable business models. Kazakhstan's major industrial enterprises reduced their carbon footprint by 6% in 2024. Speaking at a consultative meeting on the private sector's role in climate change solutions and the green development agenda, Assefa said Ethiopia is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by ...[+1345 chars] 2025-02-23T12:35:15 Elon Musk and Donald Trump's latest email signals an 'aggressive' government micro-management. Federal agencies push back https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/elon-musk-and-donald-trumps-latest-email-signals-an-aggressive-government-micro-management-federal-agencies-push-back/articleshow/118505275.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-576767,resizemode-75,msid-118505275/magazines/panache/elon-musk-and-donald-trumps-latest-email-signals-an-aggressive-government-micro-management-federal-agencies-push-back.jpg IN en Elon Musk and Donald Trump ordered federal employees to report their weekly accomplishments or face termination. This ultimatum is part of their push to reduce government bureaucracy through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The email immediately sparked backlash, with several government agencies advising employees not to comply. The deadline for responding is this Monday at 11:59 PM EST. In an unprecedented move, Elon Musk and President Donald Trump mandated federal employees to report their weekly accomplishments or face termination. This ultimatum is part of their broader push to re...[+5100 chars] 2025-02-23T12:22:10 Prabowo's Danantara Launch at Jakarta's Presidential Palace Tomorrow archyde https://www.archyde.com/prabowos-danantara-launch-at-jakartas-presidential-palace-tomorrow https://statik.tempo.co/data/2025/02/05/id_1374927/1374927_720.jpg?rand=4 US en Archyde and Rinnyacillus Sumantri, Danantara's Director of Strategy, discuss the upcoming launch of Indonesia's new sovereign wealth fund and its implications for the nation's economic landscape. They take a holistic approach to sustainability, focusing on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. They engage with international partners and best practices to ensure their investments meet global standards. "How will Danantara's investment strategy in sustainable projects contribute to Indonesia's long-term economic growth and global competitiveness? Indonesia's New Era: Interview with Danantara's directo...[+3384 chars]" 2025-02-23T12:19:16 Here's Why We're Wary Of Buying Trustmark's (NASDAQ:TRMK) For Its Upcoming Dividend Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-were-wary-buying-121916447.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/75a6275a0d81fd5fbc47ebecee672e4c US en Trustmark Corporation (NASDAQ:TRMK) is about to go ex-dividend in four days. The company's upcoming dividend is US$0.24 a share. Trustmark has a trailing yield of 2.6% on its current stock price of US$36.50. It distributed 124% of its profit as dividends to shareholders last year. Its earnings per share have fallen at approximately 20% a year over the previous five years. Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be intrigued to know that Trustmark Corporation (NASDAQ:TRMK) is about to go ex-divide...[+4026 chars] 2025-02-23T12:16:30 Ditching Corporate DEI Excess Is Not ‘Right Wing' Isaac Willour https://www.theepochtimes.com/opinion/ditching-corporate-dei-excess-is-not-right-wing-5813366 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/02/20/id5813367-Shutterstock_1575620539-1080x720.jpg US en The retreat from DEI has gone from a handful of companies to one of the primary objectives of the new Trump administration. Meta oversees shareholder engagement at one of America's leading ESG-skeptical corporate engagement firms. The current push against DEI in academia and the workplace is coming from the political right. "Commentary The retreat from DEI has gone from a handful of companies to one of the primary objectives of the new Trump administration. While the pre-election season was marked by But as the media port...[+4391 chars]" 2025-02-23T11:59:32 Adani group paid ₹58,104.4 crore in global taxes in 2023-24 Aniin.Com https://www.opindia.com/2025/02/adani-group-paid-58104-4-crore-in-global-taxes-in-2023-24 https://www.opindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Adani-tax-report-2023-24.jpg IN en The Adani Group has released its Tax Transparency Reports for the fiscal year 2023-2024. The total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore. This is a significant increase from the previous year's Rs 46,610.2 crore. The details are covered in the reports published by seven of the group's listed entities. "The Adani Group, a major leader in infrastructure development, has released its Tax Transparency Reports for the fiscal year 2023-2024. According to the release by the group, for the financial year 20...[+3741 chars]" 2025-02-23T11:46:46 Adani Group Reveals Rs 58,104 Crore Tax Contribution for FY24 IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/adani-portfolios-tax-contributions-reach-rs-58104-crore-fy-564 https://one.newkerala.com/images/r/adani-group-iansf-154636.webp IN en The Adani Group has released its 'Tax Transparency Reports' for FY24. The reports are published by seven of the group's listed entities. The figure also includes the tax paid by three other listed companies - NDTV, ACC and Sanghi Industries. Adani considers tax transparency as an integral part of its broader Environment Social Governance framework. In line with its commitment to practising the highest standard of governance and commitment towards all its stakeholders, the Adani Group, a global leader in infrastructure development, has released i...[+2598 chars] 2025-02-23T11:00:00 Trump's SEC should restore focus on proxy advisers Ken Buck https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/fairness-justice/3326465/trump-sec-should-restore-focus-proxy-advisors https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AP25029698603924-scaled.webp US en During his first term, President Trump directed his Securities and Exchange Commission to provide transparency into the proxy adviser industry. Two years later, the Biden-Harris administration overturned the SEC rules to avoid burdens on proxy advisers. With little regulatory oversight, proxy advisers have become the mantle-bearer of the far-left's social and environmental agenda. Trump's return to office promises to dismantle the left's cultural crusade and get America back to business. When ordinary individuals and families invest their hard-earned money in corporate America, they expect that companies will act to maximize their returns. They might be dismayed to learn that policy, ...[+4992 chars] 2025-02-23T10:14:16 EU Commission proposes major cuts to Due Diligence Directive https://www.luxtimes.lu/europeanunion/eu-commission-proposes-major-cuts-to-due-diligence-directive/43291864.html https://img.wort.lu/public/wirtschaft/dbldb4-shutterstock-2177469955.jpg/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/shutterstock_2177469955.jpg LU en The European Commission proposes watering down the scope of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). CSDDD is one of the most important pieces of EU's environmental and social regulation. The proposal is likely to enrage civil society groups that had been lobbying for the EU to stick to the original principles. "The European Commission is proposing a significant watering down of what had been one of its most consequential pieces of ESG regulation. The European Union's executive arm is proposing that the bloc ...[+2582 chars]" 2025-02-23T10:11:43 Adani Portfolio Companies Announce Tax Transparency Reports https://orissadiary.com/adani-portfolio-companies-announce-tax-transparency-reports https://i0.wp.com/orissadiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/adanii.jpg?fit=259%2C194&ssl=1 IN en The Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to INR 58,104.4 Cr for the financial year 2023-24. This is a significant increase from the previous year's INR 46,610.2 Cr through its portfolio of listed entities. Hyderabad: In line with its commitment to practisingthe highest standard of governance and commitment towards all its stakeholders, the Adani Group, a global leader in infrastructure development, hasa...[+1847 chars] 2025-02-23T10:03:15 Gautam Adani's group pays whopping tax in FY24 of Rs...; billionaire says aims to foster Prashant Tamta https://www.dnaindia.com/business/report-gautam-adani-group-pays-whopping-tax-in-fy24-of-rs-58104-crore-billionaire-says-aims-to-foster-3134751 https://cdn.dnaindia.com/sites/default/files/styles/full/public/2025/02/23/2678700-adani-15.jpg IN en Adani Group companies paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610 crore in the previous financial year. Gautam Adani is India's second richest man with a real-time net worth of USD 52.5 billion. His flagship firm, Adani Enterprises, has a market cap of Rs 2.46 lakh crore. Gautam Adani, India's second richest man, runs one of the biggest groups in India, Adani Group. From ports to power, the group has a presence in several sectors. On the tax front, the group companies ...[+1989 chars] 2025-02-23T09:43:14 Public Confirmation Required from GRA on Minister of Natural Resources' Tax Payments for ExxonMobil and its Partners Letters https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/23/public-confirmation-required-from-gra-on-minister-of-natural-resources-tax-payments-for-exxonmobil-and-its-partners https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2024/10/letters-150x150.jpg GY en The Oil & Gas Governance Network Guyana (OGGNG) is concerned about the issue of tax certificates issued by the Guyana Revenue Authority on behalf of ExxonMobil, Hess and CNOOC for the years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. The Commissioner-General of the GRA, Godfrey Statia, is responsible for overseeing the tax administration in Guyana. OGNG wants to know if the Minister of Natural Resources has made the required tax payments on the ExxonMobil's behalf. "Dear Editor, Our letter entitled 'Is ExxonMobil depriving the US Treasury of Tax Revenues?' ' (Kaieteur News, February 16, 2025) raised important concerns about the issuance of tax certificates and th...[+3882 chars]" 2025-02-23T09:32:00 Adani portfolio companies tax contribution reach INR 58,104 crore for 2023-24 Uniindia News Service http://www.uniindia.com/news/business-economy/business-adani-tax-contribution/3397691.html https://www.uniindia.com/cms/gall_content/2025/2/2025_2$largeimg23_Feb_2025_153236680.jpg IN en The Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to INR 58,104.4 Crore for the financial year 2023-24. The details are covered in the independent reports published by seven of the group's listed entities. The figure also includes the tax paid by three other listed companies. "Hyderabad, Feb 23 (UNI) The Adani Group, a global leader in infrastructure development, on Sunday announced the release of its Tax Transparency Reports for the financial year 2023-24. For the financia...[+1669 chars]" 2025-02-23T09:23:46 Adani Group pays Rs 58,104 crore tax in FY24 PTI https://www.deccanherald.com/business/companies/adani-group-pays-rs-58104-crore-tax-in-fy24-3418033 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2024-11-28%2Fg3ff0qn8%2F2021_07_06t001238z212424071rc2oeo9tyzj4rtrmadp3adani_group_investors_3jpg_1039723_1633970533.jpg?rect=0%2C0%2C596%2C313&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en Gautam Adani, Chairman of Adani Group, wants to foster greater stakeholder confidence and set new benchmarks for responsible corporate conduct by voluntarily sharing these reports with the public. He wants to set a new benchmark for responsible business conduct. . 'By voluntarily sharing these reports with the public, we aim to foster greater stakeholder confidence and set new benchmarks for responsible corporate conduct,' said Gautam Adani, Chairman of Adani G...[+5 chars] 2025-02-23T09:00:38 Adani Group paid Rs 58,104.4 cr tax in FY24, up from Rs 46,610.2 cr in previous year https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/adani-group-paid-rs-58104-4-cr-tax-in-fy2023-24-up-from-rs-46610-2-cr-in-previous-year/articleshow/118501520.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-33930,resizemode-75,msid-118501520/news/company/corporate-trends/adani-group-paid-rs-58104-4-cr-tax-in-fy2023-24-up-from-rs-46610-2-cr-in-previous-year.jpg IN en The Adani Group released its Tax Transparency Reports for the fiscal year 2023-2024, showing a global tax contribution of Rs 58,104.4 crore. This initiative aims to enhance stakeholder trust and reflect the group's commitment to transparent and responsible corporate governance. The Adani Group released its Tax Transparency Reports for the fiscal year 2023-2024, showing a global tax contribution of Rs 58,104.4 crore. This initiative aims to enhance stakeholder trust and refle...[+3918 chars] 2025-02-23T08:45:17 Adani Group Tax Contribution Jumps To Rs 58,104 Crore In Financial Year 2023-24 Press Trust https://www.ndtv.com/business-news/adani-group-tax-contribution-jumps-to-rs-58-104-crore-in-financial-year-2023-24-7775035 https://c.ndtvimg.com/2024-11/qd0igg0o_adani-group-reuters_625x300_27_November_24.jpeg IN en Adani Group companies paid Rs 58,104.4 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610.2 crore in the previous financial year. The taxes paid include direct contributions like global taxes, duties, and other charges borne by Adani portfolio of companies, indirect taxes contributions and duties collected and paid on behalf of other stakeholders, and social security contributions. "New Delhi: Ports-to-power conglomerate Adani Group on Sunday said group companies paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610 crore in the previous financial year. The taxes paid inclu...[+3128 chars]" 2025-02-23T08:40:10 Adani Portfolio's tax contributions reach Rs 58,104 crore for FY 2023-24 The Siasat Daily https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/23/adani_portfolio_8217s_tax_contributions_reach_rs_58104_crore https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WRDzufxzWBw/0.jpg US en The Adani Group's contribution to the exchequer for financial year 2023-24 amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore. This is a significant increase from the previous year's Rs 46,610.2 crore through its global tax and other contributions. Ahmedabad: The Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore for the financial year 2023-24, showcasing a significant increase from the previous...[+129 chars] 2025-02-23T08:28:19 Adani Group Tax Contribution Jumps To Rs 58,104 Crore In FY 2023-24 NDTV https://www.ndtv.com/video/adani-group-tax-contribution-jumps-to-rs-58-104-crore-in-fy-2023-24-906177 https://c.ndtvimg.com/2025-02/eirgevfo_adani-action_160x120_11_February_25.jpg IN en The Adani Group has released its Tax Transparency Reports for the financial year 2023-24. The total global tax and other contributions amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore. This is a significant increase from previous year's Rs 46,610.2 crore. In line with its commitment to practising the highest standard of governance and commitment towards all its stakeholders, the Adani Group has released its Tax Transparency Reports for the financial ye...[+206 chars] 2025-02-23T08:17:52 Adani Group's tax contributions reach Rs 58,104 crore for FY 2023-24 PTI https://www.telegraphindia.com/business/adani-groups-tax-contributions-reach-rs-58104-crore-for-fy-2023-24/cid/2085227 https://assets.telegraphindia.com/telegraph/2025/Feb/1739256094_reuters-adani.jpg IN en Adani Group companies paid Rs 58,104.4 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610.2 crore in the previous financial year. The taxes paid include direct contributions like global taxes, duties and other charges borne by Adani portfolio of companies, indirect taxes contributions and duties collected and paid on behalf of other stakeholders, and social security contributed for the benefit of the employees. "Ports-to-power conglomerate Adani Group on Sunday said group companies paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes in 2023-24, up from Rs 46,610 crore in the previous financial year. The taxes paid include direct c...[+3107 chars]" 2025-02-23T08:12:49 Adani Group's tax payment surges to Rs 58,104 crore in FY24, up 25% from previous year Team Asianet Newsable https://newsable.asianetnews.com/business/adani-group-s-tax-payment-surges-to-rs-58-104-crore-in-fy24-up-25-from-previous-year-ajr-ss4mt1 https://static-gi.asianetnews.com/images/ani20250223061617/image-3fdcf089-5305-4c86-b100-2d6a114d1b4b_363x203xt.jpg IN en The Adani Group has released its Tax Transparency Reports for the fiscal year 2023-2024. The total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore. The details are covered in the independent reports published by seven of the group's listed entities. The Adani Group, a major leader in infrastructure development, has released its Tax Transparency Reports for the fiscal year 2023-2024. According to the release by the group, for the financial year 20...[+3603 chars] 2025-02-23T08:09:32 Adani Group's Tax Transparency: A Commitment to Integrity and Growth Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3274827-adani-groups-tax-transparency-a-commitment-to-integrity-and-growth https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/31_05_2024_10_56_50_5823523.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Adani Group's companies paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes for the financial year 2023-24. This is an increase from Rs 46,610 crore the previous year. The taxes include various contributions such as global taxes and duties borne by the Adani portfolio. Ports-to-power conglomerate Adani Group has announced that its companies paid Rs 58,104 crore in taxes for the financial year 2023-24, marking an increase from Rs 46,610 crore the previous year. The t...[+704 chars] 2025-02-23T07:56:03 Ethiopia Targets 68.8% Emissions Cut by 2030 Climate Plan IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/ethiopia-set-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-688-per-cent-534 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en Ethiopia is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 per cent by 2030. It has integrated climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies into key sectors, including agriculture, energy, industry, transport and urban development. It aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 in line with the Paris Agreement. "Ethiopia integrates climate strategies across agriculture, energy, and industry Aims for net-zero emissions by 2050 Private sector crucial in climate solutions Aligns with Paris Agreement commitments ...[+1454 chars]" 2025-02-23T07:18:42 Ethiopia set to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 per cent by 2030 IANS https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/ethiopia-set-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-68-8-per-cent-by-2030/118499724 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118499724,imgsize-5134,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/renewable/ethiopia-set-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-68-8-per-cent-by-2030.jpg IN en Ethiopia has set an ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 per cent by 2030. Minister of Planning and Development Fitsum Assefa highlighted that Ethiopia aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. She urged the private sector to actively engage in financing and implementing green projects. "ADDIS ABABA: Ethiopia has set an ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 per cent by 2030, Minister of Planning and Development Fitsum Assefa has said. Speaking at a consultative mee...[+1438 chars]" 2025-02-23T07:06:48 Adani Portfolio's tax contributions reach Rs 58,104 crore for FY 2023-24 IANS https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/oil-and-gas/adani-portfolios-tax-contributions-reach-rs-58104-crore-for-fy-2023-24/118499521 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118499521,imgsize-5474,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/oil-and-gas/adani-portfolios-tax-contributions-reach-rs-58104-crore-for-fy-2023-24.jpg IN en Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore for the financial year 2023-24. This is a significant increase from the previous year's Rs 46,610.2 crore through its portfolio of listed entities. The company has released its 'Tax Transparency Reports' for FY24. "AHMEDABAD: The Adani Group 's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore for the financial year 2023-24, showcasing a significant increase from the previou...[+2900 chars]" 2025-02-23T06:58:09 Adani Group's tax contributions reach Rs 58,104 crore for FY 2023-24 Web Desk https://english.madhyamam.com/business/adani-groups-tax-contributions-reach-rs-58104-crore-for-fy-2023-24-1382747 https://madhyamamonline.com/h-upload/2025/02/23/2513981-1a.jpg IN en The Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore for the financial year 2023-24. This is a significant increase from the previous year's Rs 46,610.2 crore through its portfolio of listed entities. The company has released its 'Tax Transparency Reports' for FY24. Ahmedabad: The Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore for the financial year 2023-24, showcasing a significant increase from the previous...[+2899 chars] 2025-02-23T06:17:01 Adani Group paid Rs 58,104.4 Cr tax in FY2023-24, up from Rs 46,610.2 Cr in previous year Class https://theprint.in/economy/adani-group-paid-rs-58104-4-cr-tax-in-fy2023-24-up-from-rs-46610-2-cr-in-previous-year/2507627 https://static.theprint.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/theprint_default_image_new.jpg IN en The Adani Group has released its Tax Transparency Reports for the fiscal year 2023-2024. The total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore. This is a significant increase from the previous year's Rs 46,610.2 crore. The details are covered in the reports published by seven of the group's listed entities. According to the release by the group, for the financial year 2023-24, the Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore, showcasing a significa...[+3757 chars] 2025-02-23T06:13:53 Adani Portfolio's tax payments jump to Rs58,104 crore in FY 2023-24 Post News Network https://www.orissapost.com/adani-portfolios-tax-payments-jump-to-rs58104-crore-in-fy-2023-24 https://www.orissapost.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Adani.jpg IN en The Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore for the financial year 2023-24. This is a significant increase from the previous year's Rs 46,610.2 crore through its portfolio of listed entities. The company has released its 'Tax Transparency Reports' for FY24. Ahmedabad: The Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to Rs 58,104.4 crore for the financial year 2023-24, showcasing a significant increase from the previous...[+2896 chars] 2025-02-23T06:09:58 Mr Statia should say whether Minister made required tax payments on behalf of ExxonMobil and partners for 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/02/23/opinion/letters/mr-statia-should-say-whether-minister-made-required-tax-payments-on-behalf-of-exxonmobil-and-partners-for-2020-2021-2022-and-2023 https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en The Oil & Gas Governance Network Guyana (OGGNG) is concerned about ExxonMobil's use of tax certificates issued under Guyana's 2016 PSA. The GRA has not published any annual reports since 2016, so there is no public record confirming whether the Minister of Natural Resources has made the required tax payments on behalf of ExxonMobil and its partners. "Dear Editor, Our letter entitled `There should be an investigation into ExxonMobil's use of tax certificates issued under Guyana's 2016 PSA' (Stabroek News, February 16, 2025) raised important concern...[+4380 chars]" 2025-02-23T06:03:08 Adani group releases Tax Transparency Report The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/business/adani-group-releases-tax-transparency-report-948238 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2025/02/23/1526741-adani-group.jpg IN en The Adani Group's total global tax and other contributions to the exchequer amounted to INR 58,104.4 Cr for the financial year 2023-24. This is a significant increase from the previous year's INR 46,610.2 Cr through its portfolio of listed entities. Ahmedabad: In line with its commitment to practising the highest standard of governance and commitment towards all its stakeholders, the Adani Group, a global leader in infrastructure development, has...[+3519 chars] 2025-02-23T05:58:34 EPCs to be Used as a Stick to Beat Us David Turver https://davidturver.substack.com/p/epc-stick-to-beat-us-energy-performance-certficates https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb323b3c8-e335-4a0c-945d-e5a1dee259e5_3300x2475.png US en The Government launched a consultation about reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings (EPB) regime. It covers EPCs for domestic and non-domestic buildings, Display Energy Certificates for public buildings and air conditioning inspection reports (ACIRs) for systems above a certain size. They want to use six metrics to provide a'more complete representation of building energy performance: energy cost, fabric performance, heating system, smart readiness, energy use and carbon. "Introduction There is a video doing the rounds on X/Twitter of a man presenting to WEF about Net Zero. In it, he hopes we can be persuaded to achieve Net Zero by using what he terms carrots but threat...[+9820 chars]" 2025-02-23T04:07:51 NCDMB speaks as coalition demands EFCC probe Blueprint https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4139392/ncdmb-speaks-as-coalition-demands-efcc-probe.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Coalition of Civil Society for Good Governance (CCSGG) has called for a thorough investigation into alleged financial misappropriation within the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). NCDMB speaks as the coalition demands an EFCC probe. The Coalition of Civil Society for Good Governance (CCSGG) has called for a thorough investigation into alleged financial misappropriation within the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board ...[+119 chars] 2025-02-23T01:47:18 Exclusive — Nate Morris: America Has to Fight Back Against the Climate Change, ‘ESG Mafia' Sean Moran https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/02/22/exclusive-nate-morris-america-has-to-fight-back-against-the-climate-change-esg-mafia https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/01/Nate-Morris-Kentucky_Facebook-640x335.jpeg US en Kentucky businessman Nate Morris is considering a potential run for Senate to replace the retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY). Morris founded a waste management company. He believes the country needs to fight against the environment, social, and governance (ESG)'mafia' that pushes leftist policies on corporations. "Kentucky businessman and potential Senate Republican candidate Nate Morris on Breitbart News Saturday said that America has to fight back against the environment, social, and governance (ESG) 'mafia,'...[+1587 chars]" 2025-02-23T01:30:00 Wesfarmers chief executive Rob Scott declares ASX's failed diversity disclosure proposal was 'going a bit too far' James Harrison https://www.skynews.com.au/business/markets/wesfarmers-chief-executive-rob-scott-declares-asxs-failed-diversity-disclosure-proposal-was-going-a-bit-too-far/news-story/f63a8c69f8059e20b0ad7a5dd9fc16b8 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/48075f9596311a2496845e0130258ffd AU en The ASX Corporate Governance Council will axe a proposed rule for listed companies to make further disclosures on diversity. Rob Scott, the CEO of Wesfarmers, which owns Bunnings, Kmart and Target, said the proposal went too far. Donald Trump's election win in November has led to many major companies ditching diversity reporting initiatives. A major Australian business leader has declared a recent push for greater reporting around diversity for companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange had gone 'too far', as a Donald Trump-le...[+3357 chars] 2025-02-23T01:20:06 Here's Why We Think Paragon Globe Berhad (KLSE:PGLOBE) Is Well Worth Watching Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-think-paragon-globe-012006024.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7d457e118489e6e5357eb5fd232e46f8 US en Paragon Globe Berhad (KLSE:PGLOBE) has grown its earnings per share (EPS) from RM0.0018 to RM.019 in a year. Its EBIT margins are up from -9.9% to 20%, and its revenue is growing. The company has a market capitalisation of RM444m. Its insiders own shares worth RM101m. It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story even if these companies are loss-making. Unfortunately, these high risk investments...[+4110 chars] 2025-02-23T01:00:00 'None of your damn business': Death of ASX's diversity plan a major win for common sense as woke corporate culture collapses faster than we dared imagine Nick Cater https://www.skynews.com.au/insights-and-analysis/none-of-your-damn-business-death-of-asxs-diversity-plan-a-major-win-for-common-sense-as-woke-corporate-culture-collapses-faster-than-we-dared-imagine/news-story/9fe6bcb772d8701d7ab43613555823c3 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/2f07c50709ac0f9bd91c4e17ed89e482 AU en The Australian Stock Exchange abandoned a proposal that would have forced listed companies to report on the diversity of their boards. The DEI craze may soon end in corporate Australia, but it will continue in our universities, where it began more than 30 years ago. DEI promoted left-wing orthodoxy, suppressed dissent and institutionalised Marxist political ideology. "Like the Fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, corporate woke is collapsing faster than we dared imagine. This week, the Australian Stock Exchange abandoned a proposal that would have forced listed compani...[+5587 chars]" 2025-02-23T00:00:00 AI Agents in DeFi: User Control Must Be ‘Non-Negotiable,' CEO Warns Bit RSS https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/23/AI_Agents_in_DeFi_User_Control_Must_Be_NonNegotiable_CEO_War https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Renç Korzay, CEO of Giza, believes that ethical considerations in AI agent development must be considered when developing an artificial intelligence agent. ""Ethical considerations"" must be taken into account when developing AI agents. ""Ethics"" is an important part of AI development." Renç Korzay, CEO of Giza, emphasizes that ethical considerations in AI agent development must be 2025-02-23T00:00:00 How BP became the oil industry's biggest loser on net zero The Daily Telegraph https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/23/How_BP_became_the_oil_industry_s_biggest_loser_on_net_zero https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Elliott has forced BP into a statement about how they must do better. BP has been made to look totally reactive, says Mr. Elliott.   . ""It's crazy. The company has to do better."" " """ Elliott has forced BP on to the back foot and into a statement about how they 'must do better'. It's crazy. The company has been made to look totally reactive, """ 2025-02-23T00:00:00 Is Ed Miliband's net zero dream dying? Just one in six energy bosses think the ... The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/23/Is_Ed_Milibands_net_zero_dream_dying_Just_one_in_six_energy_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lx9tOWesDoQ/0.jpg US en Just one in six energy bosses think the world can achieve Net Zero by 2050, down from nearly half of executives interviewed last year. The stark fall in confidence was revealed in a global survey for the energy sector. It sparked a change in attitude among energy executives. Just one in six energy bosses think the world can achieve Net Zero by 2050 — down from nearly half of executives interviewed last year.The stark fall in confidence — which was revealed in a global sur...[+35 chars] 2025-02-23T00:00:00 Scotland ‘likely to miss net zero climate target by up to 20m tonnes' The Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/23/Scotland_likely_to_miss_net_zero_climate_target_by_up_to_20m https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Scotland is likely to miss its legally binding climate target by up to 20m tonnes, according to official data seen by the Guardian. The Scottish government set itself the world-leading target of reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2045, but there is a very high risk of missing it. Scotland is likely to miss its legally binding climate target by up to 20m tonnes, according to official data seen by the Guardian. The Scottish government set itself the world-leading target of reach...[+146 chars] 2025-02-23T00:00:00 Adani Group pays ₹58,104 cr tax in FY24, up 25% from last year https://www.onmanorama.com/news/business/2025/02/23/adani-group-pays-rs-58104-crore-tax-fy24-twenty-five-percent-increase-last-year.amp.html https://img.onmanorama.com/content/dam/mm/en/config-assets/favicon.ico IN en The Adani Group's companies paid a whopping ₹58,104 crore in taxes in the financial year 2023-24. The figure includes taxes paid by the group's ten listed entities- Adani Enterprises, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone and Adani Green Energy. It also includes NDTV, ACC and Sanghi Industries. "Onmanorama Staff Published: February 23 , 2025 05:33 PM IST 1 minute Read The logo of the Adani Group is seen on the facade of its Corporate House on the outskirts of Ahmedabad. File photo: Reuters Th...[+1532 chars]" 2025-02-23T00:00:00 After eliminating DEI, what will companies do to ensure equal opportunity for all? Ellen Schmidt https://www.phillytrib.com/commentary/after-eliminating-dei-what-will-companies-do-to-ensure-equal-opportunity-for-all/article_a7235e51-4451-50a1-9ba6-cf8129b94875.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/phillytrib.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/eb/7ebf1a2e-ee69-5f7c-8bea-edf9221aa84f/67b64a4e6f368.image.jpg?crop=1024%2C538%2C0%2C72 US en Some U.S. companies have scaled back or eliminated Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. What are they going to do to ensure equal access and opportunity in hiring, promotions and contracts, asks the author. . Leaders of the growing number of U.S. companies that have announced they have scaled back or eliminated Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives need to answer the question of what happens ne...[+105 chars] 2025-02-22T22:48:00 Redox (ASX:RDX) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of A$0.06 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/redox-asx-rdx-due-pay-224800776.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/67199089f87ca6ea8b33765175d6b1ff US en Redox Limited's (ASX:RDX) investors are due to receive a payment of A$0.06 per share on 25th of March. The dividend yield on the company's stock will be 4.0%. The company hasn't been paying a dividend for a long time. Redox's earnings per share shrunk at 59% a year over the past five years. Redox Limited's (ASX:RDX) investors are due to receive a payment of A$0.06 per share on 25th of March. Based on this payment, the dividend yield on the company's stock will be 4.0%, which is an attrac...[+2994 chars] 2025-02-22T22:35:00 Ethiopia set to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 pct by 2030 Xinhua https://english.news.cn/20250222/bc6c5e6249eb4e6fa0b7354a3d01b011/c.html CN en Ethiopia has set an ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 percent by 2030. Minister of Planning and Development Fitsum Assefa highlighted that Ethiopia aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. She urged the private sector to actively engage in financing and implementing green projects. "ADDIS ABABA, Feb. 22 (Xinhua) -- Ethiopia has set an ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 percent by 2030, Minister of Planning and Development Fitsum Assefa has said. Speaking at...[+1415 chars]" 2025-02-22T22:25:45 The Future Of Sustainability Reporting In The EU After The Omnibus Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/22/The_Future_Of_Sustainability_Reporting_In_The_EU_After_The_O https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Dnm1aUuF7yY/0.jpg US en The European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, as part of the Green Deal initiative. Â. Â y i in Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal. 2025-02-22T22:18:10 Elon Musk says federal employees must fill out productivity reports or resign Andrea Margolis https://www.yahoo.com/news/elon-musk-says-federal-employees-221810830.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/LPpk.Le6ZF5f6BCYzwBytA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fox_news_text_979/c3d1d399ef9bf072a4aa9c0f6d6cbe03 US en Elon Musk announced on X that all federal employees are being instructed to report their productivity in a new Trump administration initiative. The AFGE labor union condemned the initiative and threatened to challenge any unlawful terminations of federal employees. President Donald Trump has been supportive of Musk's Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) work. "Tech billionaire and Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that all federal employees are being instructed to report their productivity in a new Trump administration initiative. In a post Saturday on X, Musk ...[+3050 chars]" 2025-02-22T22:09:08 Two Days Left Until Wesfarmers Limited (ASX:WES) Trades Ex-Dividend Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/two-days-left-until-wesfarmers-220908546.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/8b28e30fcf7feb785deacf2ad9ed808f US en Wesfarmers Limited (ASX:WES) is about to trade ex-dividend. The company's next dividend payment will be AU$0.95 per share. Last year, the company distributed AU$1.98 per share to shareholders. It has a trailing yield of 2.6% on its current stock price of AU$76.12. Its dividend payout ratio is 88% of profit, which means the company is paying out a majority of its earnings. Wesfarmers's earnings per share are up 5.9% per annum over the last five years. Readers hoping to buy Wesfarmers Limited (ASX:WES) for its dividend will need to make their move shortly, as the stock is about to trade ex-dividend. The ex-dividend date is one business day before a ...[+4270 chars] 2025-02-22T22:07:40 NCDMB speaks as coalition demands EFCC probe Ene Oshaba https://blueprint.ng/ncdmb-speaks-as-coalition-demands-efcc-probe https://blueprint.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/EFCC-.jpg NG en The Coalition of Civil Society for Good Governance (CCSGG) has called for an investigation into alleged financial misappropriation within the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). The civil society group raised serious concerns over a reported 9.9 billion naira (approximately 6.6 million USD) allegedly misappropriated for consultancy services within the board. NCDMB dismissed the claims as unfounded and recycled. The Coalition of Civil Society for Good Governance (CCSGG) has called for a thorough investigation into alleged financial misappropriation within the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board ...[+2474 chars] 2025-02-22T22:03:43 The Future Sustainability Reporting In The EU After The Omnibus Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/02/22/the-future-sustainability-reporting-in-the-eu-after-the-omnibus https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/672259e254471c9be6c3438b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Union is set to reform the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and the Corporate Sustaining Due Diligence Directive. The initial version of the Omnibus Simplification Package was leaked on February 22. Expert circle on LinkedIn provided their insights on the future of the three regulations. "The European Union (EU) flag at the European Parliament's Louise Weiss building in Strasbourg, ... [+] France, on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023. Photographer: Stefan Wermuth/Bloomberg Following calls to red...[+11541 chars]" 2025-02-22T21:50:22 London share listings tumble to record low: Only 30 float applications approved in 2024 PATRICK TOOHER https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/markets/article-14424103/London-share-listings-tumble-record-low-30-float-applications-approved-2024.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/22/17/95476895-0-image-m-156_1740244132858.jpg GB en Glencore and Unilever are looking to move their main listing from the UK to Amsterdam. 88 firms delisted or transferred their primary listing from London Stock Exchange in 2024. Only 18 companies came on to the London market last year. 45 firms applied to join the main market in 2024, down a quarter on the year before. "The number of companies applying to have their shares listed on the London stock market has slumped to a record low, The Mail on Sunday can reveal. The news that firms are shunning the City is yet ano...[+2936 chars]" 2025-02-22T20:48:54 Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway removes diversity and inclusion from annual report Reuters https://indianexpress.com/article/news-today/warren-buffett-berkshire-hathaway-diversity-and-inclusion-trump-9850939 https://images.indianexpress.com/2024/05/1-2024-05-05T164152.066.jpg IN en Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway changed its approach to discussing its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace in its annual report. The company joined Amazon, Boeing, Citigroup, Ford, McDonald's, Morgan Stanley and Walmart in curbing public support for diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. President Trump has tried to eliminate DEI from the federal government. "Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway on Saturday joined a growing list of American companies to publicly change their approach to discussing their commitment to diversity and inclusion. Berkshire's ann...[+1510 chars]" 2025-02-22T20:25:35 Elon Musk says federal employees must email ‘what they got done last week' Megan Ziegler https://www.yahoo.com/news/elon-musk-says-federal-employees-202535288.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/1WJmSB6YJlDXpSQCVqnzOA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/livenow_fox_840/f0cf0e1bdc83bf1fcd892564a5c0f53e US en Elon Musk tweeted that federal employees will be asked to report what they got done last week at work. The deadline is Monday at 11:59 p.m. EST. Trump's top priority is cutting federal spending and he's tapped Musk to lead the cost-cutting team. Thousands of federal government employees have been laid off or fired since Trump took office. "The Brief Elon Musk tweeted Saturday all federal employees will be asked to report ""what they got done last week,"" and that failure to reply would be considered a resignation. Layoffs and firings have...[+4172 chars]" 2025-02-22T19:54:50 Berkshire Hathaway removes diversity and inclusion from annual report Jonathan Stempel https://finance.yahoo.com/news/berkshire-hathaway-removes-diversity-inclusion-195450208.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/83629440d7966d398baa0580a1fd0a38 US en Berkshire Hathaway changed its approach to discussing its commitment to diversity and inclusion in its annual report. The company joined a growing list of U.S. companies in curbing public support for diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace. President Trump has tried to eliminate DEI from the federal government. "By Jonathan Stempel (Reuters) - Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway on Saturday joined a growing list of American companies to publicly change their approach to discussing their commitment to diversit...[+1614 chars]" 2025-02-22T19:01:00 Delacombe to wait three more years for social housing promised in 2021 https://www.thecourier.com.au/story/8898968 https://www.thecourier.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/173106531/5613acd6-0f1f-47f0-b471-02e20b5f3192.jpg/r0_381_5392_3212_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en """They're probably going to have to use more money to do that and they need to be upfront and transparent about that,"" he says. ""They're going to be a half-baked project otherwise."" ""The Courier"" reports. " """They're probably going to have to use more money to do that and they need to be upfront and transparent about that, otherwise we're going to have a half-baked project,"" he told The Courier." 2025-02-22T18:59:33 Focus on diversity and net zero if you want government contracts, firms told Ethan Croft https://www.yahoo.com/news/focus-diversity-net-zero-want-185933611.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/UtPJvud2uo4eWBjijGFy0Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NDc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_telegraph_258/18e21ee2d53665d0a65be1893d588d58 US en Ministers have urged firms to show how they will help achieve Sir Keir Starmer's 'five missions' and provide'social value' when bidding for public contracts. Critics say the new guidelines are an example of 'eco zealotry' and 'woke virtue signalling' trumping value for money. "Companies have been told to focus on net zero and diversity goals if they want to win public contracts under the Government's new procurement rules. In a new guide to procurement published this month,...[+3497 chars]" 2025-02-22T18:58:07 Brussels plans sweeping cuts to EU's green rules, leaked bill reveals https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/22/brussels-plans-sweeping-cuts-to-eus-green-rules-leaked-bill-reveals https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Macrons-controversial-pick-to-lead-top-court-passes-by-1.png US en The European Commission will propose deep cuts to the European Union's environmental reporting rule book in its bid to slash red tape and boost the bloc's struggling economy. A large cohort of businesses could be exempt from complying with corporate sustainability reporting rules. The requirements to monitor environmental and human rights abuses deep in companies' global supply chains could be considerably reduced under the proposed changes. Green and center-left groups call the proposal reckless. BRUSSELS — The European Commission will propose deep cuts to the European Union's environmental reporting rule book in its bid to slash red tape and boost the bloc's struggling economy, according to a...[+4246 chars] 2025-02-22T18:38:25 Brussels plans sweeping cuts to EU's green rules, leaked bill reveals https://www.politico.eu/article/brussels-plans-sweeping-cuts-to-eus-green-rules-leaked-bill-reveals https://www.politico.eu/cdn-cgi/image/width=1200,height=630,fit=crop,quality=80,onerror=redirect/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/24/GettyImages-2183707861-scaled.jpg BE en The omnibus bill aims to simplify three major green rules affecting businesses. Green and center-left groups are likely to oppose many of the changes, setting up a fight in the European Parliament and among member countries. Leaked draft suggests making eight changes to the due diligence rules to significantly water them down. The eagerly anticipated proposal will be a relief to many businesses worried about having to meet complicated green reporting standards, many of which they complain are overlapping and require major i...[+1470 chars] 2025-02-22T18:37:00 Reeves to overhaul ethical investing rules starving defence sector Nick Gutteridge https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/02/22/reeves-overhaul-investing-rules-starving-defence-sector https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/politics/2025/02/22/TELEMMGLPICT000410067785_17402485738300_trans_NvBQzQNjv4BqqVzuuqpFlyLIwiB6NTmJwSX5rhseiWKOo9p9OQ-ymek.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Rachel Reeves is fast-tracking the overhaul of ethical investment rules that are starving Britain's defence sector of billions in funding. She hopes creating one set of rules will make it harder for environmentalist groups to block funding for the defence industry. She is 'absolutely committed' to increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade. "Rachel Reeves is fast-tracking the overhaul of ethical investment rules that are starving Britain's defence sector of billions in funding. The Chancellor hopes creating one set of rules will make it h...[+3600 chars]" 2025-02-22T18:31:17 EU to pare back sustainability rules for companies, draft shows Kate Abnett https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/eu-pare-back-sustainability-rules-183117436.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/c3efc073843de902e2b5811f72d247bd US en "Brussels plans to publish next week an ""omnibus"" proposal to simplify green rules for businesses. The European Union is also facing calls from member countries demanding the green reporting rules are weakened. Germany and France want the rules weakened, while others, including Spain, argue the rules are key to upholding EU values on the environment and human rights." "By Kate Abnett and Virginia Furness BRUSSELS/LONDON (Reuters) - The European Commission plans to cut back the number of companies facing EU sustainability reporting requirements, as part of its drive ...[+1770 chars]" 2025-02-22T18:21:02 EU's Green Rule Revamp to Reduce Business Burden Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3274620-eus-green-rule-revamp-to-reduce-business-burden https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_05_2024_07_53_02_0532428.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission is set to revise its sustainability reporting requirements. Next week, Brussels will release an omnibus proposal intended to streamline green regulations. The EU is currently navigating a divided stance among its member nations. Germany and France wish to relax green reporting mandates, while Spain see these rules as integral to maintaining the EU's environmental and human rights standards. The European Commission is set to revise its sustainability reporting requirements, cutting down the number of businesses subject to these rules, according to a draft document acquired by Reuters. Thi...[+1067 chars] 2025-02-22T17:57:41 CapitaLand Ascott Trust is the only lodging trust in Asia Pacific included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 Plentisoft https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/capitaland-ascott-trust-is-the-only-lodging-trust-in-asia-pacific-included-in-the-s-p-global-sustainability-yearbook-2025-1034346645 https://www.capitaland.com/en/about-capitaland/newsroom/news-releases/international/2025/february/capitaland-ascott-trust-is-only-lodging-trust-in-apac-in-the-s-p/_jcr_content/root/container/container/container/image.coreimg.jpeg/content/dam/capitaland-newsroom/International/2025/february/clas-sustainability-yearbook-/Citadines_Holborn-Covent_Garden_London.jpg US en CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) is the only lodging trust in Asia Pacific to be included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025. CLAS is also the only Singapore-listed trust under the 'Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts' category. The trust has greened over 50% of its global portfolio and is on track to green 100% of the portfolio by 2030. "Recognition further strengthens CapitaLand Ascott Trust's sustainability leadership Singapore, February 12, 2025 -- CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) is the only lodging trust in Asia Pacific to be inclu...[+4879 chars]" 2025-02-22T17:29:43 Dividend Stocks: IGI India, Power Finance Corp. among others to trade ex-dividend next week; Full list Anubhav Mukherjee https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/dividend-stocks-igi-india-power-finance-corp-among-others-to-trade-ex-dividend-next-week-full-list-11740242378388.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/22/1600x900/money_1739611112653_1740245364389.jpg IN en Shares of several major companies are set to trade ex-dividend from Monday, February 24. Some companies have announced other corporate actions, such as bonus issues and stock splits. The shares of IGI India, Power Finance Corp., Panchsheel Organics, and SBI Cards and Payment Services are among the stocks that will declare dividends in the upcoming week. Dividend Stocks: Shares of several major companies, which includes International Gemological Institute (IGI) India, Power Finance Corp., Panchsheel Organics, and SBI Cards and Payment Services, are se...[+3334 chars] 2025-02-22T14:55:07 Ethiopia set to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 pct by 2030 China.dot.org https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/22/Ethiopia_set_to_reduce_greenhouse_gas_emissions_by_688_pct_b_9 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/22/[] US en Ethiopia has set an ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 percent by 2030. The private sector plays a significant role in climate change, according to the minister of planning and development Fitsum Assefa. He was speaking at a consultative meeting on the private sector. ADDIS ABABA, Feb. 22 (Xinhua) -- Ethiopia has set an ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 68.8 percent by 2030, Minister of Planning and Development Fitsum Assefa has said.Speaking at ...[+255 chars] 2025-02-22T12:58:13 The Digest's 2025 Multi-Slide Guide to QuantaVision : The Daily Digest Jim Lane https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/the-digest-s-2025-multi-slide-guide-to-quantavision-the-daily-digest-32993b7006d429f15c1d56196093047c2fc454db https://www.biofuelsdigest.com/bdigest/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Thyfault-QuantaVision-01.jpg FR en QuantaVision provides ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and sustainability services to businesses. This presentation deck highlights the growing importance of ESG considerations for companies and the challenges they face in navigating the complexities of the ESG matters for businesses. This presentation deck is an overview for QuantaVision, a company that provides ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and sustainability services to businesses. It highlights the growing importa...[+125 chars] 2025-02-22T12:09:30 Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ:CGNX) Will Pay A US$0.08 Dividend In Four Days Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/cognex-corporation-nasdaq-cgnx-pay-120930448.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/2b90140d4100e251cbd0cb55f25af8af US en Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ:CGNX) is about to go ex-dividend in the next four days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.08 per share. Cognex has a trailing yield of 1.0% on the current share price of US$32.78. In the last 12 months, the company paid a total of $0.32 per share, but its earnings per share have dropped 12% a year over the past five years. Its payout ratio was 49% of its profit last year, which suggests the dividend is sustainable. It looks like Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ:CGNX) is about to go ex-dividend in the next four days. The ex-dividend date occurs one day before the record date which is the day on which shareholders need ...[+3806 chars] 2025-02-22T11:30:11 New report uncovers worrying trend among investors — here's how drastic cuts could impact you Katie Dupere https://www.yahoo.com/news/report-uncovers-worrying-trend-among-113011436.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/2fJSioss4ArHtAxH.DYYEA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/9f566a8e2a77be176fda9bb0713df035 US en Global investments into global ESG funds were cut in half last year. In Europe, 351 of them closed in 2024, while in the U.S., only 10 came to market, 71 closed or merged, and 24 dropped their ESG-focused mandates. Global ESG fund inflows to global funds dropped by $36 billion in 2024. A new data analysis found that financial investments into global ESG — or environmental, social, and governance — funds were cut in half last year. Experts attribute the poor performance to the preval...[+3678 chars] 2025-02-22T11:15:14 Companies are cutting waste to boost profits — and the savings could end up in your pocket Matthew Marini https://www.yahoo.com/news/companies-cutting-waste-boost-profits-111514545.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/qL6tJQwRwBMrr4IPntfdhw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02OTQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/aa4881a265ae7735864cb32aa3d56a87 US en Some businesses are leading the charge in sustainability. Microsoft and Unilever have pledged to hit net-zero emissions targets and have committed to slashing their carbon footprint. Brands like IKEA are pushing forward with circular economy models, product take-back programs and resource-efficient production. "While government policies on climate action remain inconsistent, some businesses are leading the charge in sustainability. Across the globe, major corporations are showing that they don't have to wait...[+3044 chars]" 2025-02-22T11:00:00 Lord John Fuller accuses councils of 'virtue-signalling' Eleanor Storey https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/24952810.lord-john-fuller-accuses-councils-virtue-signalling https://www.edp24.co.uk/resources/images/19117559.jpg?type=og-image&xType=0&yType=36 GB en Four district councils across Norfolk have declared a climate emergency to acknowledge the threat posed by climate change and the need to take action. North Norfolk Council, Broadland Council, West Norfolk Council and Norwich City Council are among those to have announced this in recent years. South Norfolk Council has re-committed to eliminating its carbon emissions over the next five years. "Speaking at a meeting of South Norfolk Council this week, Lord Fuller said ""navel-gazing"" at other authorities had taken precedence over actually cutting emissions. Four district councils across Norfo...[+1926 chars]" 2025-02-22T10:21:14 Minister of Commerce approves actual beneficiary rules Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1792233 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/ee6cd624-2015-46c2-a7c6-3a70563a4468.png SA en Minister of Commerce Majid Al-Kassabi approved the actual beneficiary rules, which will take effect on April 3, 2025. The actual beneficiary is a natural person who owns at least 25% of the company's share capital and controls 25% minimum of total voting rights. "Minister of Commerce Majid Al-Kassabi approved the actual beneficiary rules, which will take effect on April 3, 2025, the official gazette Umm Al-Qura reported on Friday. The rules aim to enhance corp...[+761 chars]" 2025-02-22T10:18:22 Suzuki Updates EV Strategy For India With Fewer Models Ayush Arya https://www.timesnownews.com/auto/electric-vehicles/suzuki-updates-ev-strategy-for-india-with-fewer-models-article-118477319 https://static.tnn.in/thumb/msid-118477408,thumbsize-95300,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-75/118477408.jpg IN en Suzuki, Maruti's parent company, is revising its electric vehicle strategy in India. It plans to launch four new electric models by 2030, down from an initial six. The company aims to maintain a 15% contribution from EVs and targets a production of 4 million units. Suzuki's first EV, the e Vitara, is set to launch soon. Suzuki, Maruti's parent company, is revising its electric vehicle strategy in India. It plans to launch four new electric models by 2030, down from an initial six. The company aims to maintain a 15% c...[+1106 chars] 2025-02-22T09:28:07 Top Swiss firms close to reaching gender quota in boards Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/identities/top-swiss-firms-close-to-meeting-gender-quota-in-boards/88912447 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/02/8a4a8e6e14f1934dc38350c58757f2c01436f4a9-88911999.jpg?ver=d12c271d&fit=1200,900 CH en Swiss government requires a 30% quota of women on the boards of directors of large companies from 2026. Federal Council introduced the so-called 'women's quota light' in 2021. France, the Netherlands and Austria introduced similar laws before Switzerland. The news story has been written and fact-checked by an external editorial team. "This brings companies closer to the target announced by the Swiss government. This requires a 30% quota of women on the boards of directors of large companies from 2026. The governing Federal Council ...[+1310 chars]" 2025-02-22T09:14:56 Greater proportion of green loans can improve the core loan portfolio of Indian banks: Study Abhinav Singh https://www.theweek.in/news/biz-tech/2025/02/22/greater-proportion-of-green-loans-can-improve-the-core-loan-portfolio-of-indian-banks-study.html https://www.theweek.in/content/dam/week/week/news/biz-tech/images/2024/8/30/India-economy-gdp-new-size.jpg IN en A study conducted by the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow has found that the expansion of non-carbon intensive lending can improve the core of loan portfolios of Indian banks. The study was conducted by Prof Vikas Srivastava, ONGC Chair Professor, Prof Sowmya Subramaniam, Associate Professor, Finance and Accounting, and Vidya Mahadevan, research scholar at IIM Lucknow. It is for the first time that the study has ranked Indian banks based on the sustainability of their credit portfolios. Greater proportion of green loans (loans that are given for sustainable, environmentally friendly purposes aimed at reducing CO2 emissions, or purposes contributing to the green transition) can improv...[+4469 chars] 2025-02-22T09:00:00 America's foremost DEI shareholder activist warns that anti-diversity groups are forcing companies to underperform Lila MacLellan https://finance.yahoo.com/news/america-foremost-dei-shareholder-activist-090000181.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/gGD8EisSrPcGd1Gi.jBNaw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05NjA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fortune_175/edb7ce6a3f78ab649ea99a46e0bd5834 US en Andrew Behar is the CEO of shareholder activist group As You Sow. His group has been pushing for diversity and inclusion programs at companies like John Deere, Berkshire Hathaway, and Ford for the past three decades. Behar believes the rhetoric around DEI retreats obscures the fact that companies are actually holding strong. "The great corporate DEI rollback is well underway, as a slew of companies—including Citigroup and Pepsi—have made changes to their diversity and inclusion programs. But Andrew Behar, CEO of the shareh...[+6371 chars]" 2025-02-22T07:47:57 G20 leaders unite to fight youth unemployment at first EWG meeting Sizwe Dlamini https://www.iol.co.za/sundayindependent/news/g20-leaders-unite-to-fight-youth-unemployment-at-first-ewg-meeting-3d042efa-5d43-4007-a38e-82ef2f8271ee https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/A-member-of-the-media-personnel-attending-the-G20-foreign-ministers-meeting-held-at-the-Nasrec-Expo-Centre-stands-infront-of-a-screen-displaying-the-logo-of-G20-foreign-meeting-Picture-Itumeleng-English-Independent-Newspapers?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/e37d6eb3a14ab8466004c8e95d02815e520d57e7/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x85&resize=2000x1125 ZA en The G20 First Employment Working Group (EWG) ended its first meeting on Friday in a key action to fight young unemployment. They are aiming for a 5% drop in the 'not in employment, education, or training' (Neet) rate by 2030. This is part of a plan meant to open doors for young people joining the workforce. "COMMITTED to the ambitious Nelson Mandela Bay Target, the G20 First Employment Working Group (EWG) ended its first meeting on Friday in a key action to fight young unemployment. Aiming for a 5% drop i...[+6692 chars]" 2025-02-22T06:35:00 ESCAP urges Asean to strengthen Paris agreement commitments amid global climate uncertainty https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/02/22/escap-urges-asean-to-strengthen-paris-agreement-commitments-amid-global-climate-uncertainty https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/22/3179900.jpg MY en The UN has called on Asean countries to step up climate commitments and uphold the Paris Agreement despite shifting global policies on climate action. The Paris Agreement, adopted on Dec 12, 2015, is a legally binding international treaty aiming to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The United States has withdrawn from the agreement twice, with the most recent withdrawal initiated by President Donald Trump on Jan 20, 2025. KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama) -- The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) has called on Asean countries to step up climate commitments and uphold the Paris Agreement...[+2703 chars] 2025-02-22T06:10:11 Exxon, others should face climate claims by Puerto Rican towns, US judge says Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/02/22/news/guyana/exxon-others-should-face-climate-claims-by-puerto-rican-towns-us-judge-says https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2025/02/exxon25.jpg GY en A U.S. Magistrate in San Juan ruled that Exxon, Chevron, Shell, and six other oil companies should face part of a lawsuit in Puerto Rico accusing them of misleading the public about climate change and conspiring to suppress clean energy alternatives. The lawsuit seeks damages tied to the destruction caused to Puerto Rico by Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017. The decision is a'major victory for climate accountability' and sets the lawsuit on track for a trial. "(Reuters) – A U.S. judge said Thursday that Exxon (XOM.N), Chevron (CVX.N), Shell (SHEL.L), and six other oil companies should face part of a lawsuit in Puerto Rico accusing them of misleading the pub...[+2986 chars]" 2025-02-22T06:04:39 Mercator's approach to compliance efficiency https://delano.lu/article/mercators-approach-to-compliance-efficiency https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/mercators-approach-to-compliance-efficiency/0.5/0.5/600/400/705957.jpg LU en Kariem Abdellatif is the head of Mercator, the global corporate and fund services provider. He explains the importance of entity management for multinational corporations. Technology will continue to drive both cost optimisation and increased efficiency in the next year. Companies should integrate technology into their overall risk management policies. In the fast-evolving world of multinational corporations, managing a global portfolio of legal entities is becoming increasingly complex. Luxembourg-based Kariem Abdellatif, the head of Mercator, expl...[+6777 chars] 2025-02-22T06:02:53 Investors interested in Suriname's State Oil Company new bonds should proceed with caution Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/02/22/opinion/letters/investors-interested-in-surinames-state-oil-company-new-bonds-should-proceed-with-caution https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en Suriname State Oil Company is issuing new bonds. The company aims to raise funds to support its participation in the development of Suriname's first offshore oil field, GranMorgu. The primary target audience for the bonds is residents of the Surinamese, Curaçao, and Sint Maarten who hold USD and/or EUR bank accounts. The bonds will be publicly traded on the Dutch Caribbean Securities Exchange (DCSX) and the Surinaamsche Stock Exchange (SSX). It is unclear whether foreign investors outside these specified countries can directly subscribe during the initial offering. Guyanese investors may have access to these bonds on the secondary market after the initial issuance "Dear Editor, Suriname State Oil Company is issuing new bonds, offering an interesting investment opportunity. The company aims to raise funds to support its participation in the development of Surinam...[+3687 chars]" 2025-02-22T05:30:00 CySEC expands use of English for prospectuses Kyriacos Nicolaou https://cyprus-mail.com/2025/02/22/cysec-expands-use-of-english-for-prospectuses https://cyprus-mail.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/cysec.jpg CY en The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has announced a policy change allowing for a broader range of cases in which prospectuses can be submitted in English. However, a summary of the prospectus must be made available in Greek to ensure that local investors have access to essential information. "The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has announced a significant policy change, allowing for a broader range of cases in which prospectuses can be submitted in English. The regulator ...[+1387 chars]" 2025-02-22T05:00:00 Going Green: How to make your business more sustainable Gill Stedman https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2025/0222/1498066-going-green-how-to-make-your-business-more-sustainable https://img.rasset.ie/0021f3a6-1600.jpg IE en Maria Kelly is the Director of the Skillnet Climate Ready Academy, which helps Irish companies take action on sustainability and achieve maximum impact. She gives five tips on how to make your business more sustainable in 2025. Sustainability is becoming an increasing priority for Irish businesses. New EU law requires large companies to report on sustainability. "Climate change is transforming the business landscape right across the world, bringing with it enormous challenges. But it also brings opportunity for those prepared to adopt new practices and ways of...[+5794 chars]" 2025-02-22T04:46:11 Working in tandem SNS https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/working-in-tandem-1503400867.html https://www.thestatesman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/climatechange-thestatesman.jpg IN en The year 2025 has thrown up new risks for global environmental policies. Developed countries are losing the will and capacity to support the global goals at the cost of the domestic exchequer. Many regions of the world are severely affected by persistent social and military conflicts. The Paris Agreement recognised the role of various stakeholders other than the governments in addressing the problem of climate change. India has played an active role in this regard. The year 2025 has thrown up new risks for global environmental policies. Amidst the continuing and burgeoning threats of climate change, biodiversity loss, over-exploitation of natural resouces and re...[+6312 chars] 2025-02-22T04:20:06 CSOs, NCDMB Disagree over Alleged N9.9Bn Misappropriation Thisday https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4137679/csos-ncdmb-disagree-over-alleged-n99bn-misappropriation.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Coalition of Civil Society for Good Governance (CCSGG) called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to thoroughly investigate Alex Enumahand Kasim Sumainain Abuja. CCSGG is a coalition of civil society groups. .Amidst call for probe Alex EnumahandKasim Sumainain Abuja The Coalition of Civil Society for Good Governance (CCSGG) yesterday called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to thoroug...[+46 chars] 2025-02-22T03:46:03 SECP seeks public feedback on capital issue, ESOS, stock splits, intermediary registration https://www.nation.com.pk/22-Feb-2025/secp-seeks-public-feedback-on-capital-issue-esos-stock-splits-intermediary-registration https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released four draft guidelines on Capital Issue, Employee Stock Option Schemes (ESOS), Stock Splits and the Submission of Applications for Registration and Renewal as an Intermediary. The guidelines aim to promote corporate governance, enhance transparency and provide an overview of the legal framework to assist unlisted companies thrive in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. ISLAMABAD - The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released four draft guidelines on Capital Issue, Employee Stock Option Schemes (ESOS), Stock Splits and the Submission of Appl...[+2201 chars] 2025-02-22T03:36:09 Differences bubble up between PepsiCo and Coca-Cola on diversity programs archyde https://www.archyde.com/differences-bubble-up-between-pepsico-and-coca-cola-on-diversity-programs https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/088ee68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/4000x2250+0+208/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F5d%2F69%2Fdefa2efaacbcf86d74c1edbbb110%2Fd31e94c6d9a34e10b1a0b307e90d3d74 US en PepsiCo is re-evaluating its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. CEO Ramon Laguarta announced that the company will discontinue setting explicit goals for minority representation in managerial roles and its supplier base. PepsiCo will align its sponsorships with events and organizations that directly contribute to business growth. The company's Chief Diversity Officer will transition to a broader role focusing on employee engagement, leadership development, and fostering an inclusive organizational culture. "Table of Contents PepsiCo is re-evaluating its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion ( DEI ) initiatives. In a recent memo addressed to employees, CEO Ramon Laguarta announced that the company ...[+4728 chars]" 2025-02-22T03:23:04 SECP releases four draft guidelines for Capital Issues, ESOS registration, stock splits News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/02/22/secp-releases-four-draft-guidelines-for-capital-issues-esos-registration-stock-splits https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/secp.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released four draft guidelines on Capital Issues, Employee Stock Option Schemes (ESOS), Stock Splits and the Submission of Applications for Registration and Renewal as an Intermediary. The guidelines aim to promote corporate governance, enhance transparency and provide an overview of the legal framework to assist unlisted companies thrive in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released four draft guidelines on Capital Issue, Employee Stock Option Schemes (ESOS), Stock Splits and the Submission of Applications for...[+2113 chars] 2025-02-22T02:45:12 PARSONS ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Parsons Corporation on Behalf ... Bragar Eagel https://www.enidnews.com/region/parsons-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-parsons-corporation-on-behalf/article_57a7d8bf-2466-5159-8d2d-2035ed3cc23d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Parsons Corporation (NYSE:PSN) on behalf of stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Parsons has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Parsons Corporation ('Parsons' o...[+2707 chars] 2025-02-22T02:44:16 PERPETUA ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Perpetua Resources Corp. on ... Bragar Eagel https://www.enidnews.com/region/perpetua-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-perpetua-resources-corp-on/article_7ba48267-a482-54fe-8eaf-1ba954c45092.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Perpetua Resources Corp. (NASDAQ:PPTA) on behalf of stockholders. The investigation concerns whether PerPetua has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Perpetua Resources Corp. ('Perpe...[+3618 chars] 2025-02-22T02:32:51 Singapore rolls out tax rebates, S$5b programme to boost stock market https://www.malaymail.com/news/singapore/2025/02/22/singapore-rolls-out-tax-rebates-s5b-programme-to-boost-stock-market/167549 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/02/22/thumbs/400x400/262337.jpg MY en Singapore announced yesterday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities market. The measures include a 20% tax rebate for primary listings and a S$5 billion programme that focuses on investing in domestic stocks. The overall proceeds raised from Singaporean IPOs was US$152.3 million last year, 37% higher than US$110.6 million in 2023. SINGAPORE, Feb 22 — Singapore announced yesterday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities market, including a 20 per cent tax rebate for primary listings and a S$5 billion (RM16.5 billion) progra...[+2704 chars] 2025-02-22T02:30:00 Govt to reassess telecom companies' necessity to list shares on DSE https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/govt-to-reassess-telecom-companies-necessity-to-list-shares-on-dse-4936994 https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/resource/image/4936996/landscape_ratio3x2/1200/800/60b75b1c9035c1ef801a831e7c0ba1da/oD/telcom.jpg TZ en The government wants to review the law that requires telecom companies to list 25% of their shares on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE). Only Vodacom Tanzania has complied with the law. Other telecom operators are still in the process of meeting this obligation. "Arusha. The government has announced plans to reconsider the law that mandates telecom companies to list 25 percent of their shares on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE). This move is part of an e...[+2915 chars]" 2025-02-22T02:03:39 PARSONS ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Parsons Corporation on Behalf ... Bragar Eagel https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/parsons-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-parsons-corporation-on-behalf/article_af8574e4-8727-5b7a-8917-fe459c52c76d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Parsons Corporation (NYSE:PSN) on behalf of stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Parsons has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Parsons Corporation ('Parsons' o...[+240 chars] 2025-02-22T01:33:59 Investors are disenchanted with woke funds as ESG lags, says Bestinvest Internewscast https://internewscast.com/business/investors-are-disenchanted-with-woke-funds-as-esg-lags-says-bestinvest https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/21/14/95445995-0-image-a-41_1740147780758.jpg NG en Bestinvest's 'Spot the Dog' report names and shames the investment funds that are consistently underperforming. Global equity funds made up the largest slice of the list, with these funds constituting 44 of the 137 'dog funds'. The wealth held in dog funds has surged 26 per cent to £67.44billion, from £53.42billion in the last edition. "Share this @internewscast.com Investors were sold the idea of principled investing on the basis that it wasn't just good for society and the planet, but would boost their returns too. However, things ...[+6546 chars]" 2025-02-22T01:31:18 An unlisted firm can raise capital via ESOS: SECP Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40349458/an-unlisted-firm-can-raise-capital-via-esos-secp https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/22045120513964e.jpg?r=045140 PK en The SECP has released four draft guidelines on Capital Issue, Employee Stock Option Schemes (ESOS), Stock Splits and the Submission of Applications for Registration and Renewal as an Intermediary. The guidelines aim to promote corporate governance, enhance transparency and provide an overview of the legal framework to assist unlisted companies thrive in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. "ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan's guideline on Employee Stock Option Scheme (ESOS) reveals that an unlisted company may raise its capital through issuance of ESOS. This w...[+2924 chars]" 2025-02-22T01:04:42 Wall Street giant Morgan Stanley eases diversity emphasis in annual report Niket Nishant https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2025/02/21/morgan-stanley-report-dei-rollback/79481189007 https://www.gannett-cdn.com/authoring/authoring-images/2025/02/22/USNK/79481688007-20220119-t-162243-z-769920877-rc-2-d-2-s-90-nf-3-r-rtrmadp-3-usastocks.JPG?auto=webp&crop=4603,2590,x0,y239&format=pjpg&width=1200 US en "Morgan Stanley toned down its emphasis on diversity in its latest annual report published on Friday. The report omitted the bank's past statement that ""a diverse and inclusive workforce is important to Morgan Stanley's continued success."" The bank has several women in top roles, including Chief Financial Officer Sharon Yeshaya." "Wall Street giant Morgan Stanley eases diversity emphasis in annual report Show Caption Hide Caption Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know. Consumers are planning to ...[+2062 chars]" 2025-02-22T00:38:00 ECOPETROL S.A.: Call for General Shareholders' Meeting Ecopetrol S.A https://www.daily-tribune.com/online_features/press_releases/ecopetrol-s-a-call-for-general-shareholders-meeting/article_55cd5622-97f6-5429-b09a-b466569dba66.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/daily-tribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ce8e883a-edad-11ed-9099-53f77f516e24.png?resize=600%2C315 US en The General Shareholders' Meeting of Ecopetrol S.A. will be held on March 28, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. at the Centro Internacional de Negocios y Exposiciones (Corferias) in Bogota, D.C. "GENERAL SHAREHOLDERS' MEETING OF ECOPETROL S.A. BOGOTA, Colombia, Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chief Executive Officer of Ecopetrol S.A. (""Ecopetrol"") hereby summons all Shareholders to the Gener...[+203 chars]" 2025-02-22T00:34:00 Ecopetrol publishes measures to guarantee the adequate representation of its Shareholders at the Ordinary General Shareholders' Meeting to be held on March 28, 2025 Ecopetrol S.A https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/ecopetrol-publishes-measures-to-guarantee-the-adequate-representation-of-its-shareholders-at-the-ordinary-general/article_7f094ddb-5e8b-5ad5-a278-0da41ad047d2.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Board of Directors of Ecopetrol S.A. approved the implementation of the measures to guarantee the adequate representation of shareholders at the Ordinary General Shareholder's Meeting to be held on March 28, 2025. The Board instructed the Company's management to implement the measures described below. "BOGOTA, Colombia, Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) (""Ecopetrol"" or the ""Company"") informs that, to comply with the provisions of Part III Title I Chapter VI of t...[+393 chars]" 2025-02-22T00:22:12 Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives? Ellen Schmidt https://www.enidnews.com/region/which-us-companies-are-pulling-back-on-diversity-initiatives/article_68bff3dc-6c97-5448-a67f-559ddd13c00f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/e5/4e5c76aa-3401-5996-abc9-3d5c3192f936/67acd1e105ab4.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in response to a campaign by conservative activists to target workplace programs in the workplace. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content on this page. "A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that The changes have come in response to a campaign by conservative activists to ...[+13925 chars]" 2025-02-22T00:00:00 Despite diminutive emissions, Pakistan stands out in global climate commitments Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/22/Despite_diminutive_emissions_Pakistan_stands_out_in_global_c https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Pakistan contributes less than one percent of global emissions. Pakistan is implementing various mitigation and adaptation measures under the UNFCCC obligations with domestic resources, says Amb Jauhar. Urdu Point and Pakistan Point News are published on 22nd February, 2025 and 22nd March, 2025 respectively. ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 22nd Feb, 2025) Despite contributing less than one percent of global emissions, Pakistan stands out in global climate commitments as it was actively imple...[+120 chars] 2025-02-22T00:00:00 CySEC expands use of English for prospectuses Cyprus Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/22/CySEC_expands_use_of_English_for_prospectuses https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has announced a significant policy change allowing for a broader range of cases in which prospectuses can be submitted in English. In the case of the publication of a prospectus in English, a summary will also be provided in Greek. The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has announced a significant policy change, allowing for a broader range of cases in which prospectuses can be submitted in English. The regulator ...[+281 chars] 2025-02-22T00:00:00 Toggle3D.Ai Inc Announces Closing of Share Issuance to CEO Evan Gappelberg ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/22/Toggle3DAi_Inc_Announces_Closing_of_Share_Issuance_to_CEO_Ev_q https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Toggle3D.Ai Inc. has issued 2,566,666 common shares to its Chief Executive Officer, Evan Gappelberg, in consideration of outstanding indebtedness owing. The shares were issued on the CSE and the OTC and FSE. "TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / February 21, 2025 / Toggle3D.Ai Inc. (CSE:TGGL)(OTC PINK:TGGLF)(FSE:Q0C) (""Toggle"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce the successful closing of the issuance of 2,...[+126 chars]" 2025-02-21T23:59:20 Board Qualifications Policy (Green Plains Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/Board_Qualifications_Policy_Green_Plains_Inc https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/[] US en "The Board of Directors adopted the Board Qualifications Policy to assist the Board in the selection of candidates for the position of a director of Green Plains Inc. (Green Plains Inc.) (the ""Policy"") has been adopted by the Board of directors. " ")Green Plains Inc.Board Qualifications PolicyThe following Board Qualifications Policy (the ""Policy"") has been adopted by the Board of Directors (the ""Board"") of Green Plains Inc. (""Green Plains"" or t...[+40 chars]" 2025-02-21T23:51:00 Is The Market Rewarding DS Sigma Holdings Berhad (KLSE:DSS) With A Negative Sentiment As A Result Of Its Mixed Fundamentals? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/market-rewarding-ds-sigma-holdings-235100121.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/a42d29075720ed86db2cf8574a6a3243 US en DS Sigma Holdings Berhad's stock is down 3.2% over the past week. The company's ROE is 8.9%, which is similar to the industry average of 8.4%. The industry has been growing its earnings at a rate of 4.3%. The company has a three-year median payout ratio of 45%. With its stock down 3.2% over the past week, it is easy to disregard DS Sigma Holdings Berhad (KLSE:DSS). We, however decided to study the company's financials to determine if they have got anything t...[+4441 chars] 2025-02-21T23:47:30 Singapore launches 20pct tax rebates, US$3.7bil fund to revive stock market Reuters https://www.nst.com.my/world/region/2025/02/1178605/singapore-launches-20pct-tax-rebates-us37bil-fund-revive-stock-market https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/ejkiojer_1740181642.jpg MY en Singapore announced on Friday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities market. The measures include a 20 percent tax rebate for primary listings and a S$5 billion program that focuses on investing in domestic stocks. Singapore's stock market has come under pressure from a dearth of mega listings and softer trading liquidity. SINGAPORE: Singapore announced on Friday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities market, including a 20 percent tax rebate for primary listings and a S$5 billion (US$3.74 billion) program that fo...[+2677 chars] 2025-02-21T23:17:18 Major companies quietly reduce DEI policies in handbooks, annual reports https://justthenews.com/nation/culture/major-companies-quietly-reduce-dei-policies-handbooks-annual-reports https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2025-02/GettyImages-1763422429.jpg?h=caf26d13&itok=BsciKDCx US en Disney, Boeing, PepsiCo, and Intel have changed their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies recently. The change comes after the Trump administration pressured public schools and other groups to end their diversity-oriented practices. Republicans also called for companies to change their DEI policies last year, citing a Supreme Court ruling that ended affirmative action in admission to colleges and universities. "Several major companies have quietly changed their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies recently, including corporations like Disney, Boeing, and PepsiCo, with little employee backlash. The ...[+1310 chars]" 2025-02-21T23:13:05 The CSDDD is Under Attack Again, Including From the US Jasmin Malik Chua https://finance.yahoo.com/news/csddd-under-attack-again-including-231305051.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/sourcing_journal_735/cea6ea6c4fa78a98c3645b6a3f553fe8 US en The European Union's corporate sustainability due diligence directive, or CSDDD, will take effect in July 2027. It requires large businesses to tackle environmental violations and human rights abuses in their supply chains. It was passed into law in May after a last-minute lobbying blitz by member nations such as Germany and France. A Republican congressman from Arkansas and chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, French Hill, thinks the law will hurt American businesses. "A done-and-dusted European Union rule that requires large businesses to tackle environmental violations and human rights abuses in their supply chains may not be so done—or dusted—after all. The landm...[+10477 chars]" 2025-02-21T23:00:55 Woke funds have gone to the dogs: Bestinvest reveals ESG has fallen behind for investors HARVEY DORSET https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/investing/article-14421585/Woke-funds-gone-dogs-Bestinvest-reveals-ESG-fallen-investors.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/21/14/95445995-0-image-a-30_1740147727554.jpg GB en Bestinvest's 'Spot the Dog' report names and shames the investment funds that are consistently underperforming. The wealth held in dog funds has surged 26% to £67.44billion, from £53.42billion in the last edition. Global equity funds made up 44 of the 137 'dog funds' on the list. The worst performing fund was Artermis Positive Future Fund. "Investors were sold the idea of principled investing on the basis that it wasn't just good for society and the planet, but would boost their returns too. However, things have not quite paid off in rec...[+6409 chars]" 2025-02-21T23:00:30 Bestinvest ‘Spot the Dog' report reveals ‘consistently underperforming' equity funds Tom Browne https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/bestinvest-spot-the-dog-report-reveals-consistently-underperforming-equity-funds https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2025/02/21144911/Bestinvest.jpg GB en The latest Spot the Dog report from online investment service Bestinvest has identified 137 consistently underperforming equity funds. The total assets held by these funds increased by 26% to £67.44bn. Global equity funds dominate the list with 44 funds holding £35.16bn in assets. UK Smaller Companies had the highest proportion of underperformers with 11 funds accounting for 28% of the sector's assets. 15 large funds hold 60% of all underperforming assets. 25% of poorly performing funds are labelled as sustainable, responsible, ethical or impact investments (ESG). "The latest Spot the Dog report from online investment service Bestinvest has identified 137 consistently underperforming equity funds, holding a total of £67.44bn in investor wealth. While the number ...[+5959 chars]" 2025-02-21T22:50:06 Morgan Stanley Redefines Diversity: A Shift in Corporate Focus Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3273757-morgan-stanley-redefines-diversity-a-shift-in-corporate-focus https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/21_06_2024_14_47_56_4190711.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Morgan Stanley has adjusted its stance on diversity in its latest annual report. The bank's report now emphasizes meritocracy over its earlier diversity and inclusion commitments. This movement away from diversity initiatives mirrors actions by major corporations, such as Citigroup and Goldman Sachs, which are either scaling back or eliminating diversity-driven policies. Morgan Stanley has adjusted its stance on diversity in its latest annual report, marking a significant shift in corporate policy amidst the evolving political climate during President Donald Trump's t...[+945 chars] 2025-02-21T22:46:11 PepsiCo Ends DEI Officer Role, Representation Goals in Policy Shift The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/PepsiCo_Ends_DEI_Officer_Role_Representation_Goals_in_Policy https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en PepsiCo has announced changes to its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The company is trying to align its internal structures more closely with its broader business. The changes depart from previous corporate initiatives and are significant changes to the company's diversity and equity policies. PepsiCo has announced significant changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, departing from previous corporate initiatives as the company seeks to align its internal structures mo...[+36 chars] 2025-02-21T22:21:32 Morgan Stanley Shifts Gears on Diversity Amid Trump-Era Changes Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3273746-morgan-stanley-shifts-gears-on-diversity-amid-trump-era-changes https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/21_06_2024_14_47_56_4190711.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Morgan Stanley has recalibrated its diversity strategy in its latest annual report. The report excludes Morgan Stanley's previous assertion that diversity is crucial to its success. This change follows moves by several leading companies to soften their diversity commitments. Citigroup dropped its requirement for diverse job candidate slates and Goldman Sachs ended its policy on board diversity. Morgan Stanley has recalibrated its diversity strategy in its latest annual report, reflecting a trend among major corporations adjusting to the political shifts under President Trump. The report nota...[+738 chars] 2025-02-21T22:21:22 Wall Street giant Morgan Stanley eases diversity emphasis in annual report Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wall-street-giant-morgan-stanley-222122296.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/4727a332d2662550b545c8915b6cc4e7 US en Morgan Stanley toned down its emphasis on diversity in its latest annual report published on Friday. Several corporate giants have been softening their diversity commitments amid a push by Trump to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the federal government and the private sector. Morgan Stanley drew scrutiny for fielding an all-white, all-male slate of candidates to succeed former CEO James Gorman. (Reuters) - Morgan Stanley toned down its emphasis on diversity in its latest annual report published on Friday, signaling a recalibration as businesses adapt to a changing reality under President Don...[+1651 chars] 2025-02-21T22:21:22 Wall Street giant Morgan Stanley eases diversity emphasis in annual report Reuters https://www.yahoo.com/news/wall-street-giant-morgan-stanley-222122877.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/4727a332d2662550b545c8915b6cc4e7 US en "Morgan Stanley toned down its emphasis on diversity in its latest annual report published on Friday. The report omitted the bank's past statement that ""a diverse and inclusive workforce is important to Morgan Stanley's continued success."" Several corporate giants have been softening their diversity commitments amid a push by Trump to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs." (Reuters) - Morgan Stanley toned down its emphasis on diversity in its latest annual report published on Friday, signaling a recalibration as businesses adapt to a changing reality under President Don...[+1702 chars] 2025-02-21T21:50:36 Wake-up call for poor performing woke funds CALUM MUIRHEAD https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/investing/article-14422409/Wake-call-poor-performing-woke-funds.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/21/19/95458555-0-image-m-68_1740167507344.jpg GB en A quarter of the worst-performing funds in the UK are based on 'woke' investment practices, according to the report by BestInvest. The investment platform revealed funds with strategies in line with the environmental, social and governance (ESG) philosophy did particularly badly over the past three years. "Go woke, go broke – that seems to be the message from the latest 'Spot the Dog' report into underperforming investment funds. A quarter of the worst-performing funds in the UK are based on 'woke' inve...[+1225 chars]" 2025-02-21T21:41:38 G20 must foster cooperation to achieve SDGs, says South African minister https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/world/g20-must-foster-cooperation-to-achieve-sdgs-s-NV_205452 https://newvision-media.s3.amazonaws.com/cms/f4ef6f32-c4f8-4284-945e-230f1efbafbd.jpg UG en The next five G20 presidents before 2030 would have to put accelerating progress on the attainment of SDGs at the top of the agenda, Lamola notes. Â   . i in the G20 before 2030. """It goes without saying that the next five presidencies of the G20 before 2030 would have to put accelerating progress on the attainment of SDGs at the top of the agenda,"" Lamola noted." 2025-02-21T21:36:38 Toggle3D.Ai Inc Announces Closing of Share Issuance to CEO Evan Gappelberg ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/toggle3d-ai-inc-announces-closing-of-share-issuance-to-ceo-evan-gappelberg/article_160d1d1f-65f3-5591-b0d6-1f0cb0080a70.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/96/0968094d-f854-5fe8-a877-5b1ec9c062eb/67b8f6380925d.image.jpg?crop=952%2C500%2C523%2C0 US en Toggle3D.Ai Inc. has issued 2,566,666 common shares to its Chief Executive Officer, Evan Gappelberg, at a deemed price of Cdn$0.06 per share. The shares are subject to a four-month holding period, ending 21 June 2025. "TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / February 21, 2025 / Toggle3D.Ai Inc. (CSE:TGGL)(OTC PINK:TGGLF)(FSE:Q0C) (""Toggle"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce the successful closing of the issuance of 2,...[+704 chars]" 2025-02-21T21:24:29 Citigroup Scales Back DEI Initiatives David Cohen https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/citigroup-scales-back-dei-initiatives https://www.adweek.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/citigroup-drops-dei-initiatives-2025.jpg?w=600&h=315&crop=1 US en Citigroup changed the name of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management team to Talent Management and Engagement. The company no longer requires a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews and will only set 'aspirational representation goals' where required by local law. Goldman Sachs said last week that it would no longer require at least two diverse board members in companies it guides through initial public offerings in Europe and the U.S. "The diversity, equity, and inclusion dominoes continue to fall, and Citigroup became the latest to tumble. CNBC reported that Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser sent a companywide memo Thursday, stating that i...[+944 chars]" 2025-02-21T21:15:55 ChargePoint Receives Notice of Non-Compliance with New York Stock Exchange Trading Share Price Listing Rule Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/chargepoint-receives-notice-of-non-compliance-with-new-york-stock-exchange-trading-share-price-listing/article_ddcaf61e-5dd3-5b01-9e7e-ba617663ae58.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en ChargePoint is not in compliance with Section 802.01C of the NYSE Listed Company Manual. The NYSE notified the Company on February 19, 2025. The notice is a notice of deficiency, not delisting. It does not affect the listing or trading of the Company's Common Stock. ChargePoint (NYSE:CHPT) (the 'Company'), a leading provider of networked solutions for charging electric vehicles (EVs), announced today that it was notified by the New York Stock Exchange (the 'NYSE'...[+498 chars] 2025-02-21T21:15:00 Extra Space Storage Inc. Announces 1st Quarter 2025 Dividend Inc https://www.hjnews.com/news/state/extra-space-storage-inc-announces-1st-quarter-2025-dividend/article_7625534a-8313-5cd9-ba3b-5c444ce22cfa.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/hjnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/12/a123b828-7360-5e62-a5af-712dd4df2953/67b8edf0f333e.image.jpg?crop=1846%2C969%2C146%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Extra Space Storage's board of directors has declared a first quarter 2025 dividend of $1.62 per share on the common stock of the Company. The dividend is payable on March 31, 2025, to stockholders of record at the close of business on March 14, 2025. "SALT LAKE CITY, /PRNewswire/ -- Extra Space Storage Inc. (the ""Company"") (NYSE: EXR) announced today that the Company's board of directors has declared a first quarter 2025 dividend of $1.62 per share...[+149 chars]" 2025-02-21T21:07:48 eXoZymes and MDB Capital Announce Leadership Transition at eXoZymes Inc. e Xo Zymes Inc. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/exozymes-and-mdb-capital-announce-leadership-transition-at-exozymes-inc/article_6252ad7b-08fb-54b6-9a82-54ed5a0a3380.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Mo Hayat has transitioned out of his roles as Chairman of the Board and President of eXoZymes to focus on new MDB Capital ventures. Edgardo Rayo will join the board of directors on behalf of MDB capital. He was the team member who discovered the team of scientific co-founders at UCLA and recognized the transformative potential of the science. Monrovia, CA, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- eXoZymes Inc. (NASDAQ: EXOZ, formerly Invizyne Technologies) - a pioneer of AI-engineered enzymes that can transform sustainable feedstock into essentia...[+644 chars] 2025-02-21T21:05:00 eXoZymes and MDB Capital Announce Leadership Transition at eXoZymes Inc. e Xo Zymes Inc. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exozymes-mdb-capital-announce-leadership-210500341.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/LMjZV42UV_I2iFnmtsdDBg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0xMjAw/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/8f5acc01843f65d9c8d5c0b59fa74cb7 US en eXoZymes Inc. (NASDAQ: EXOZ) and MDB Capital Holdings announce key leadership changes. Mo Hayat has transitioned out of his roles as Chairman of the Board and President to focus on new ventures under the MDB umbrella. Edgardo Rayo will join the board on behalf of MDB. Michael Heltzen will serve as the President. Monrovia, CA, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- eXoZymes Inc. (NASDAQ: EXOZ, formerly Invizyne Technologies) - a pioneer of AI-engineered enzymes that can transform sustainable feedstock into essentia...[+3625 chars] 2025-02-21T20:57:07 10 takeaways for addressing artificial intelligence in 10-Ks Daniel L. Forman https://www.reuters.com/legal/legalindustry/10-takeaways-addressing-artificial-intelligence-10-ks-2025-02-21 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/WYZX6QSZUBNAXCC6SWTYGZY6MU.jpg?auth=c248101142240552252575ebfa621b0cfce5a85cf289fa36af9e71ba66e3ac4d&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The SEC has reminded public companies that AI-related disclosures must adhere to the fundamental principles of the federal securities laws. This article provides 10 key disclosure considerations for companies as they prepare and finalize their Form 10-K filings for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. February 21, 2025 - Over the past year, many companies have begun or continued to incorporate sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) tools into their business operations and products and services....[+10010 chars] 2025-02-21T20:44:35 SRIVARU Holding Limited Provides Update on Legal Claim by Sabby Volatility Warrant Master Fund Ltd. https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/22/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/srivaru-holding-limited-provides-update-on-legal-claim-by-sabby-volatility-warrant-master-fund-ltd/2060504 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/22/546946.png PH en There is a legal claim against SRIVARU Holding Limited by Sabby Volatility Warrant Master Fund Ltd. in the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Index No. 650870/2025. The Company is committed to transparency, compliance and protecting shareholder value while it defends itself against this claim. This communication may contain forward-looking statements that are not guarantees of future performance or results. "GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SRIVARU Holding Limited (OTC: SVUHF) (""SRIVARU' or the ""Company'), has been made aware of a legal claim against the Company by Sabby Vol...[+3455 chars]" 2025-02-21T20:34:27 Citigroup Rolls Back Diversity Initiatives—Here Are All The Companies Cutting DEI Programs Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/02/21/pepsi-rolling-back-diversity-initiatives-here-are-all-the-companies-cutting-dei-programs https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b8e0b495f6bdbe57a40b64/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=4768,2680,x337,y114,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Citigroup will end diversity hiring goals and rename its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion team to Talent Management and Engagement. Pepsi will no longer use representation goals in hiring, will transition its 'Chief DEI Officer' position to focus more on employee development and will shift its supplier diversity program to focus on all small businesses. Goldman Sachs will drop a requirement that a company takes public must have at least two diverse members on its board of directors. Deloitte told U.S. employees working with government clients to remove pronouns from their email signatures. Citigroup will cut several diversity initiatives, including its diversity hiring goals, making it the latest company to roll back some of its DEI policies amid a wave of backlash that has become a cen...[+20485 chars] 2025-02-21T19:45:39 Meta increases executive bonuses to 200% — one month after sacking 5% of workforce Victory Orimemi https://www.thecable.ng/meta-increases-executive-bonuses-to-200-one-month-after-sacking-5-of-workforce https://www.thecable.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/MixCollage-16-Jan-2025-11-36-AM-8319.jpg NG en The board of directors of Meta Platforms, Inc. approved an increase in the target bonus percentage for its annual executive bonus plan on Thursday. The announcement comes shortly after Meta laid off five percent of its workforce due to low performance. The company also slashed its annual stock option distribution by about 10 percent for thousands of employees. "Meta has approved a plan to increase executive bonuses just days after laying off five percent of its workforce. In a corporate filing on Thursday, the company's board of directors approved 'an increa...[+2374 chars]" 2025-02-21T19:38:26 Companies face immediate backlash for abandoning DEI pledges Stacy M. Brown https://indianapolisrecorder.com/dei-companies https://indianapolisrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-1444917571-scaled.jpg US en Target is at the center of a lawsuit alleging it misled investors about its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies. McDonald's stock is declining, Coca-Cola's stock dropped by more than 63 cents, while PepsiCo saw a more than $1.19 per share decline. Disney has overhauled its DEI initiatives, dropping its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' website and adjusting diversity-related content warnings. PBS has shuttered its diversity office. Accenture has eliminated diversity targets in hiring and promotion. Amazon omitted DEI language from its SEC filing. "By Stacy M. Brown Corporate America's retreat from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) commitments is already having significant repercussions, with consumer boycotts, stock fluctuations and mountin...[+5061 chars]" 2025-02-21T19:34:52 Was DEI Really Just Performative Political Theater? Raghuram Rajan https://www.realclearpolitics.com/2025/02/21/was_dei_really_just_performative_political_theater_641547.html https://www.realclearpolitics.com/asset/img/social_media_assets/site_logos/rcp.png US en Or do corporate social responsibility policies actually prove useful in a company's quest to maximise profits? Do they have any real impact on profits or just to increase profit margins? . ? or do they actually have any effect on profits? Or do corporate social responsibility policies actually prove useful in a company's quest to maximise profits? 2025-02-21T19:07:00 Grayscale's XRP ETF Review Underway as SEC Sets October 18 Deadline Zayan https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/grayscale-s-xrp-etf-review-underway-as-sec-sets-october-18-deadline-4a973811640c8c004718d73efb9c6620e37edabc https://thenewscrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Grayscales-XRP-ETF-Faces-SEC-Countdown-01.jpg FR en SEC to decide on Grayscale's XRP ETF by October 18, 2025, after a 240-day review. The approval chances have risen to 81% following positive signals from regulators. The acknowledgment of the application initiates a 21-day period for public comments. "SEC to decide on Grayscale's XRP ETF by October 18, 2025, after a 240-day review. The acknowledgment of Grayscale's XRP ETF application initiates a 21-day period for public comments. The XRP ETF appro...[+631 chars]" 2025-02-21T18:21:38 Mahama instructs anti-galamsey team to seize, not burn excavators https://www.myjoyonline.com/mahama-instructs-anti-galamsey-team-to-seize-not-burn-excavators https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/John-Mahama-6-1-e1737480710161.jpeg GH en President John Dramani Mahama has instructed the team tackling illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) to confiscate excavators rather than destroy them. About 1.8 million Ghanaians are engaged in galamsey. 43 out of Ghana's 280 forest reserves have been affected by illegal mining activities. "President John Dramani Mahama has instructed the team tackling illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) to confiscate excavators rather than destroy them. President Mahama emphasised the need for a struc...[+2029 chars]" 2025-02-21T18:09:10 DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release Date And Conference Call Details MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/DMG_Blockchain_Solutions_Inc_Announces_First_Quarter_2025_Ea_f https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/[] US en "DMG is a Canadian company. It's trading on the TSX-V and on the OTC-QB markets. It has a project called ""Blockchain Solutions"" which is developing a smart-blockade technology for the future of the world's economy." "(MENAFN - GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (TSX-V: DMGI) (OTCQB: DMGGF) (FRANKFURT: 6AX) (""DMG"" or the ""Company"")," 2025-02-21T18:07:00 Sebi revises investor charter for stock brokers TOI Business Desk https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/sebi-revises-investor-charter-for-stock-brokers/articleshow/118455803.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-118455832,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-662758,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Sebi revised the investor charter for stock brokers to strengthen financial consumer protection and improve financial inclusion and literacy. The charter outlines brokers' vision, mission, services provided to investors, activities with timelines, investor Dos and Don'ts, and grievance redressal procedures. It also includes protocols for handling investor claims in case of a trading member default, and mandates brokers to display complaints data on their websites. "Representative Image Sebi has revised the investor charter for stock brokers to strengthen financial consumer protection , aiming to improve financial inclusion and literacy. This came after recent ch...[+1395 chars]" 2025-02-21T17:49:39 Don't destroy Europe's green rules, Socialists warn von der Leyen archyde https://www.archyde.com/dont-destroy-europes-green-rules-socialists-warn-von-der-leyen https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/41/90/b5d5aeef4e72aacad757e20ef069/https-delivery-gettyimages.com/downloads/1230250072 US en The Socialists and Democrats (S&D) are concerned about the upcoming omnibus bill aimed at streamlining European Union sustainability regulations. Dr. noodleberg Kaminski is an environmental policy expert and senior researcher at the Institute for Lasting Growth. She believes the EU's journey towards a sustainable future hinges on finding the right balance between regulatory efficiency and environmental integrity. "Table of Contents EuropeS largest center-left political group, the Socialists and Democrats (S&D), has expressed deep concern that an upcoming bill aimed at streamlining European Union sustainability ...[+4201 chars]" 2025-02-21T17:15:00 South Dakota Farm Bureau and South Dakota Corn Growers Association Announce Support for 67% Eminent Domain Threshold Special to the Capital Journal https://www.capjournal.com/news/south-dakota-farm-bureau-and-south-dakota-corn-growers-association-announce-support-for-67-eminent/article_e3819316-ee1b-11ef-a4c1-5b9aa2a5013c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/capjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/6/9d/69d0cfa7-cf8d-57f1-a2ea-3c07417a0a34/6697f71982c82.image.png?crop=1200%2C630%2C0%2C60 US en The South Dakota Farm Bureau and the South Dakota Corn Growers Association support a requirement that CO2 pipeline companies secure voluntary easements for at least 67% of the pipeline before invoking eminent domain. The SDCGA also opposes House Bill 1052 as it sets the requirement at 100%. Sioux Falls, SD – The South Dakota Farm Bureau (SDFB) and the South Dakota Corn Growers Association (SDCGA) today announced their support for a requirement that CO2 pipeline companies secure voluntary...[+593 chars] 2025-02-21T17:14:05 Don't destroy Europe's green rules, Socialists warn von der Leyen Max Griera https://www.eenews.net/articles/dont-destroy-europes-green-rules-socialists-warn-von-der-leyen https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/41/90/b5d5aeef4e72aacad757e20ef069/https-delivery-gettyimages.com/downloads/1230250072 US en The Socialists and Democrats (S&D) group is concerned that the upcoming bill to simplify European Union sustainability rules will threaten the bloc's environmental agenda. The group asks Ursula von der Leyen to avoid scrapping key Green Deal legislation and to avoid opening up the due diligence law. Europe's main center-left political group has expressed 'urgent and ongoing concern' that an upcoming bill to simplify European Union sustainability rules will threaten the bloc's environmental agenda...[+961 chars] 2025-02-21T16:57:28 Major bank pulls back on diversity in job hiring as Trump administration dismantles DEI nationwide Kristen Altus https://www.msn.com/en-ie/money/other/major-bank-pulls-back-on-diversity-in-job-hiring-as-trump-administration-dismantles-dei-nationwide/ar-AA1zwWSm US en "Citigroup will no longer require a diverse pool of applicants for job interviews except as required by local law. The bank also plans to change the name of its ""Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management"" department to the ""Talent Management and Engagement"" team. President Donald Trump has initiated a new business climate that encourages retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within its hiring process." Major U.S.-based bank Citigroup is joining the list of American corporations pulling back on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within its hiring process.Citigroup will no longer requir...[+5055 chars] 2025-02-21T16:55:54 Why Coca-Cola says DEI is essential for business success Invezz https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/Why_CocaCola_says_DEI_is_essential_for_business_success https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en Coca-Cola is making a bold statement about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The beverage giant has warned that any changes to its policies will not attract or retain specialized talent or top talent with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. Amid growing scrutiny and a shifting political landscape, Coca-Cola is making a bold statement about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).The beverage giant has explicitly warned t...[+162 chars] 2025-02-21T16:41:50 Brussels considers major reversal on green reporting rules https://news.az/news/brussels-considers-major-reversal-on-green-reporting-rules https://news.az/photos/2025/02/shutt-1740155919.jpg AZ en "Draft of the upcoming 'omnibus' simplification legislation scraps a principle known as ""double materiality"" in the EU's new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). CSRD is one of four pieces of recently passed green legislation targeted for simplification in the omnibus bill. EU's climate and competition chief, Teresa Ribera, requested the draft not be sent to services until the issue is resolved." "Photo credit: ceps.eu A rule requiring companies to measure and report the environmental damage they cause is under threat due to the European Union's deregulation efforts, News.Az reports citing Poli...[+1771 chars]" 2025-02-21T16:37:00 Endurance Gold to Attend & Present at the Red Cloud Pre-PDAC Mining Showcase and PDAC 2025 Investors Exchange Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/endurance-gold-attend-present-red-163700432.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/653d876b175ca06c02ed359060623feb US en Endurance Gold Corporation will attend Red Cloud's Pre-PDAC Mining Showcase in Toronto on February 27-28, 2025. Robert Boyd, President and CEO of the Company, will be highlighting the Reliance Gold-Antimony Project in an 11.20 am presentation. The Company will also be exhibiting at the 2025 Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention - Investors Exchange Booth #2625 and participating in the PDAC 1x1 sessions. Darren O'Brien, P.Geo., Vice President Exploration, has reviewed and approved this news release. "Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 21, 2025) - Endurance Gold Corporation (TSXV: EDG ) (OTC Pink: ENDGF) (FSE: 3EG) (the ""Company"") is pleased to announce that the Company has acc...[+2082 chars]" 2025-02-21T16:32:22 Senate wants a trust fund for unclaimed property Bob Mercer https://www.yahoo.com/news/senate-wants-trust-fund-unclaimed-163222228.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/kelo_sioux_falls_articles_311/01c993064938cdffdd13d7480286a4f3 US en Legislation would gradually reduce the amount of unclaimed property revenue that's been used to prop up state government's budgets year after year. It would instead steer into a special interest-bearing account the millions of dollars of revenue from unclaimed properties that owners neglect or have forgotten about. A statewide vote will be held in 2026 on adding a trust fund for unclaimed Property to the South Dakota Constitution. "PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — South Dakota lawmakers may have found a way to forever save some golden eggs that have been unexpectedly falling into state government's lap. Senators on Thursday unanimously app...[+5036 chars]" 2025-02-21T16:27:22 Global Briefing: Japan unveils NDC targeting 60 per cent emissions cut by 2035 https://www.businessgreen.com/news-analysis/4409770/global-briefing-japan-unveils-ndc-targeting-cent-emissions-cut-2035 https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/1ab19fe/100672eb-728d-4896-a973-6d7a3eb84ac2/12/iStock-626398984-370x229.jpg GB en Japan's government this week set out its latest Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. It pledged to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 60 per cent versus 2013 levels by 2035 and by 30 per cent between 2013 and 2030. Japan's government this week set out its latest Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, pledging to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 60 per cent versus 2013 levels by 2035 a...[+5 chars] 2025-02-21T16:11:00 Heed the energy industry warning on climate targets The Editorial Board https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/22/opinion/editorial/heed-the-energy-industry-warning-on-climate-targets/2060362 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/21/546795.jpg PH en The report called the Net Zero Jeopardy Report II was produced by the Energy Industry Council (EIC), a trade association for the energy supply chain industry. According to the report, only 16 percent of senior energy executives now believe the world can achieve net zero by 2050, down from 45 percent last year. Only 14 percent of respondents believe their country will meet 2030 climate goals, which is down from 16 percent in last year's report. A REPORT published this week by a leading global energy trade association has sounded the alarm on the prospects of the world meeting emissions reductions targets over the 25 years, and many of the ob...[+4393 chars] 2025-02-21T16:06:06 Companies like GM, Boeing are dismantling DEI by 'quiet quitting' woke policies Lydia Moynihan https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/companies-like-gm-boeing-are-dismantling-dei-by-quiet-quitting-woke-0e5310cbcb1cb434abf6207519860595720b1706 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/Ny-Next-DEI-quiet-quitting_1dc225.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1200 FR en "Companies are taking a ""quiet quitting"" approach to dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion policies. General Motors, PepsiCo, Comcast, Boeing and Lockheed Martin have removed DEI language from their 10-K filings. Disney has scaled back its DEI policies. " "Companies are now taking a ""quiet quitting"" approach to dismantling DEI. While some corporations with outspoken CEOs — like Disney and JPMorgan — are making headlines for very publicly rolling back di...[+703 chars]" 2025-02-21T16:04:55 FERRARI RELEASES ITS 2024 ANNUAL REPORT AND FILES ANNUAL archyde https://www.archyde.com/ferrari-releases-its-2024-annual-report-and-files-annual https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/0fbc24d4-bf9f-437b-a726-82a66c323a8b US en Annual Report and Sustainability Statement for the fiscal year of 2024 are available on the Investors section of Ferrari's corporate website (https://www.ferrari.com/en-EN/corporate). Shareholders can request a hard copy of these materials, including the audited financial statements, free of charge. John Elkann, chairman and CEO of Ferrari N.V., recently sat down with Archyde News to discuss the company's latest annual report and sustainability statement. "Table of Contents Maranello, Italy, February 21, 2025 – Ferrari N.V. (NYSE/EXM: RACE) today announced teh publication of its 2024 Annual Report and the filing of its annual report on form 20-F with th...[+4852 chars]" 2025-02-21T15:46:36 Bill that would make more attorney general data public fails in Minnesota House vote https://www.inforum.com/news/minnesota/bill-that-would-make-more-attorney-general-data-public-fails-in-minnesota-house-vote https://cdn.forumcomm.com/dims4/default/5b47456/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1400x933+0+0/resize/1600x1066!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforum-communications-production-web.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com%2Fbrightspot%2F6b%2F42%2F1be7f8d74ccba613985eb6dacece%2F71fd98-20250206-the-minnesota-house-floor-webp1400.jpg US en The bill to require more data disclosure by the attorney general's office failed to get the needed 68 votes in the House. The bill could re-emerge later in the year. The current law allows for the AG's office to work with advocacy groups without having to disclose the data. "ST. PAUL — House Republicans saw the first bill put to a vote this year fall to defeat, delivering a setback on a GOP measure to require more data disclosure by the attorney general's office. The bill...[+3815 chars]" 2025-02-21T15:42:39 Corporate America is caught in a DEI ratchet Jennifer Saba https://www.reuters.com/breakingviews/corporate-america-is-caught-dei-ratchet-2025-02-21 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/KY3BNVHYJBN73CBTDTA7BZLBOU.jpg?auth=a95216e2bfbefc9c66623c2ad0cc01b65c286a12aa839561b9405fc22792c786&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Citigroup, McDonald's, Facebook and Walt Disney are no longer championing diversity in the workplace. The U.S. Department of Justice wants to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs that violate civil rights laws. The Supreme Court's 2023 decision to end university admissions practices preferencing certain backgrounds could apply to human resources departments. NEW YORK, Feb 21 (Reuters Breakingviews) - Corporate America was once eager to champion diversity in the workplace. Under hostile pressure from President Donald Trump's administration, executives from...[+3756 chars] 2025-02-21T15:41:43 Conservative EPP confident of success in EU deregulation push Robert Hodgson https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/02/21/conservative-epp-confident-of-success-in-eu-deregulation-push https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/07/20/92/1200x675_cmsv2_9ccca69e-36f1-58d1-b367-a1a9d6ac8f0e-9072092.jpg FR en Peter Liese dismisses a last minute plea from the Socialists & Democrats (S&D) group, calling on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to reconsider plans to reopen legislation requiring firms to ensure there is no environmental damage or abuse of human rights along their supply chains. German lawmaker Peter Liese has dismissed a last minute plea from the Socialists & Democrats (S&D) group, calling on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to reconsider plans to reopen le...[+3601 chars] 2025-02-21T15:05:06 Carbon Check (India) Pvt Ltd becomes the first globally accredited DOE under Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/energy/carbon-check-india-pvt-ltd-becomes-the-first-globally-accredited-doe-under-article-6-4-of-the-paris-agreement-crediting-mechanism/articleshow/118456346.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-161049,resizemode-75,msid-118456346/industry/energy/carbon-check-india-pvt-ltd-becomes-the-first-globally-accredited-doe-under-article-6-4-of-the-paris-agreement-crediting-mechanism.jpg IN en Carbon Check (India) has become the first Designated Operational Entity (DOE) to receive accreditation under Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism of the UNFCCC. This recognition boosts India's efforts in climate action, setting high standards in carbon credit validation and verification and supporting India's Nationally Determined Contributions. "Advertorial Carbon Check (India) becomes the first globally accredited Designated Operational Entity under the Article 6.4 Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism. This significant recognition boosts Indi...[+4219 chars]" 2025-02-21T15:05:00 New moves can help to draw more listings, raise interest in S'pore stock market: Market watchers Sue-Ann Tan https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/new-moves-can-help-to-draw-more-listings-raise-interest-in-spore-stock-market-market-watchers https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/0f8af2881daf4606ab38a9770543bf4fbbfdca3007e84274c61f7f4a71f09e24 SG en MAS will launch a $5 billion programme through which it will partner with selected fund managers to invest in Singapore stocks and streamline regulations to help facilitate listings. Market watchers say the initiatives can change perceptions and help the Singapore Exchange attract good companies. The SGX is supportive of the proposals. "The measures announced are expected to encourage broader investor participation in the local stock market beyond the 30 counters listed on the Straits Times Index. ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG New moves c...[+4778 chars]" 2025-02-21T14:54:46 Another Wall Street Giant Retreats From Its DEI Efforts Ireland Owens https://dailycaller.com/2025/02/21/citigroup-retreats-dei-efforts https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-1927794844-scaled-e1740147958693.jpg US en Citigroup is renaming its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) team and getting rid of aspirational representation goals. The bank will also no longer require diverse slates of candidates and diverse panels of interviewers. President Donald Trump has been leading a crackdown on DEI programs at American schools and the federal government since he assumed office. "Citigroup has become the latest major financial institution to retreat from some of its diversity initiatives. Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser told staff in a Thursday memo that the company is walking back ...[+2645 chars]" 2025-02-21T14:33:18 Shifts in Sustainable Investing: 7 Surprising Industry Trends MTN Staff https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/savingandinvesting/shifts-in-sustainable-investing-7-surprising-industry-trends/ss-AA1zwt84 US en There are seven emerging trends in global sustainability funding. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing is one of them. Climate ventures continue to attract investment because they combine technological innovation with market demand, revenue potential, and support for a sustainable future. While reports indicate overall funding for climate ventures has declined sharply from recent peaks, smart investors recognize this market correction creates opportunities to identify truly transformat...[+392 chars] 2025-02-21T14:30:00 MAS review group to study Catalist board, expand investor protection in next set of measures Kang Wan Chern https://www.straitstimes.com/business/mas-review-group-to-study-catalist-board-expand-investor-protection-in-next-set-of-measures https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/3b6d0d33e190adcd6b0fb172bfa7513678e7912a31ea94cddf62b2da667fbebe SG en MAS review group to study Catalist board, expand investor protection in next set of measures to reform the Singapore stock market. The first measures to attract new listings and boost investor confidence were announced on Feb 18 and Feb 21. It included a $5 billion scheme backed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore to invest in local stocks, requiring family offices to invest and simplifying stock market regulatory regime. "More measures are being considered and will be announced in the months ahead. PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO MAS review group to study Catalist board, expand investor protection in next set of measures SINGAPOR...[+4772 chars]" 2025-02-21T14:22:42 Vaisala Corporation: Managers' Transactions - Castrén, Petri https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/21/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/vaisala-corporation-managers-transactions-castren-petri/2060340 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/21/546671.png PH en Castrén, Petri, is a member of Vaisala Corporation's board. He made a transaction on February 21, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. (EET) in which he paid 52.4 EUR for a volume of units. "Vaisala Corporation Managers' Transactions February 21, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. (EET) Vaisala Corporation: Managers' Transactions - Castrén, Petri ____________________________________________ Person subjec...[+1303 chars]" 2025-02-21T14:13:26 Citigroup drops its DEI efforts, joining corporate withdrawal from diversity initiatives https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/21/citigroup-joins-corporate-retreat-from-diversity-initiatives.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108004094-1720635356702-gettyimages-2157159906-291239final.jpeg?v=1740146088&w=1920&h=1080 US en "Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews. The bank will also change the name of the ""Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management"" team to ""Talent Management and Engagement"". Trump has attempted to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the federal government and the private sector. Several companies are scaling back their diversity commitments." Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews, its CEO said in a memo on Thursday, as corporate America contends with a new business climate under President Donald ...[+1174 chars] 2025-02-21T14:05:44 Sustainability Trends for Private Markets To Watch in 2025 Rosalind Bazany https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/allison-binns-robert-eccles-margot-brandenburg-peter-dunbar-toby-belsom-bbf18278fe1023b0712b6df78b51ac6c https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Novata asked its Board of Directors and Sustainability Advisory Board for their views on the sustainability trends that will shape the private markets in 2025. Toby Belsom, Robert Eccles, Allison Binns and Sutphen Sutphen talk about their predictions. Private market focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations has continued to climb steadily, and 2024 was no exception. Corporate transparency has taken center stage, even as bu...[+9663 chars] 2025-02-21T14:00:00 ETF Giants Rethink ESG Strategy Amid Tougher SEC Disclosure Rules DJ Shaw https://finance.yahoo.com/news/etf-giants-rethink-esg-strategy-140000545.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/indexuniverse.com/6f0bf519259e174369159f092aa38e94 US en Vanguard and BlackRock have stopped corporate engagement meetings with companies to consider the consequences of new SEC guidelines. The Securities and Exchange Commission last week updated guidance potentially requiring more complex and expensive disclosures from fund managers who discuss issues like climate risk or board diversity with companies. BlackRock and Vanguard manage trillions of dollars in ETF assets with positions in nearly every major public company. Vanguard and BlackRock Inc. (BLK) have hit pause on corporate engagement meetings as they consider the consequences of newly released guidance that redefines how investor activism is regulated, accord...[+2677 chars] 2025-02-21T13:24:51 SECP Seeks Public Feedback on Guidelines for Capital Issue, ESOS, Stock Splits, and Intermediary Registration Propk Staff https://propakistani.pk/2025/02/21/secp-seeks-public-feedback-on-guidelines-for-capital-issue-esos-stock-splits-and-intermediary-registration/amp https://propakistani.pk/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/secp-cmi-PP.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released four draft guidelines on Capital Issue, Employee Stock Option Schemes (ESOS), Stock Splits and the Submission of Applications for Registration and Renewal as an Intermediary. The guidelines aim to promote corporate governance, enhance transparency and provide an overview of the legal framework to assist unlisted companies thrive in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released four draft guidelines on Capital Issue, Employee Stock Option Schemes (ESOS), Stock Splits and the Submission of Applications for...[+2015 chars] 2025-02-21T13:19:25 SeAH Besteel wins certification for carbon footprint system N잡 특공대 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/009/0005447621 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/009/2025/02/21/0005447621_001_20250221131925583.png?type=w800 KR en SeAH Besteel Corp. was granted an international standard for verifying the carbon footprint of special steel products, known as ISO 14067. The certification proves that the company's carbon emission tracking and management systems at its local facilities are reliable, the company said. "SeAH Besteel Corp. was granted an international standard for verifying the carbon footprint of special steel products, known as ISO 14067. ISO 14067, established by the International Organization for ...[+261 chars]" 2025-02-21T13:02:55 DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release Date and Conference ... DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. https://www.eagletribune.com/region/dmg-blockchain-solutions-inc-announces-first-quarter-2025-earnings-release-date-and-conference/article_48141f14-01ba-567e-a89b-6706682c4e9e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en DMG will release financial results for the first quarter of 2025 ending December 31, 2024 on March 3, 2025 after the market close. The conference call will be held on Monday, March 3. 2025. DMG is a vertically integrated blockchain and data center technology company. "VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (TSX-V: DMGI) (OTCQB: DMGGF) (FRANKFURT: 6AX) (""DMG"" or the ""Company""), a vertically integrated blockchain ...[+231 chars]" 2025-02-21T12:40:19 Goldman Sachs Group (NYSE:GS) Has Announced A Dividend Of $3.00 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/goldman-sachs-group-nyse-gs-124019295.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/297a096e5743176fa71b67c7278a433d US en The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS) will pay a dividend of $3.00 per share on the 28th of March. Since 2015, the dividend has gone from $2.20 total annually to $12.00. The company grew its distributions at a yearly rate of about 18% over that duration. However, free cash flows weren't positive, which is a concern for the dividend going forward. The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $3.00 per share on the 28th of March. This takes the annual payment to 1.9% of the current stock price, which unfor...[+2942 chars] 2025-02-21T12:38:06 Another DEI rollback as KPMG US ends strategy aimed at underrepresented groups https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/21/another-dei-rollback-as-kpmg-us-ends-strategy-aimed-at-underrepresented-groups https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Another-DEI-rollback-as-KPMG-US-ends-strategy-aimed-at.jpeg US en KPMG US has ended a DEI talent strategy. Paul Knopp, chair and CEO of KPMG, told US partners and employees in a memo sent on February 14 that the firm would reevaluate its 'Accelerate 2025' program and reevaluate 'associated programming and talent initiatives' The firm has also removed annual DEI transparency reports that tracked progress on diversity from its website. "KPMG US has ended a DEI talent strategy that was set up amid the 'The legal landscape surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts has been shifting, via executive orders and in the courts,' P...[+2849 chars]" 2025-02-21T12:31:32 Startup Nations Standards Report 2024 unveiled: Europe is progressing in building startup-friendly ecosystems Redazione Adnkronos https://www.adnkronos.com/immediapress/eng/startup-nations-standards-report-2024-unveiled-europe-is-progressing-in-building-startup-friendly-ecosystems_64so02zHH7yqoBYS4136qr https://www.adnkronos.com/assets/themes/desktop/images/adnkronos-share.jpg IT en The Startup Nations Standard Report 2024 reveals a 61% implementation rate of startup-friendly policies across Europe. Report provides detailed analysis of how each country is adopting best practices to create a favourable environment for entrepreneurs and scaling their startup ecosystems. Report was unveiled during a keynote presentation by Linda Capusa, Board Member at ESNA. The Startup Nations Standard Report 2024 reveals a 61% implementation rate of startup-friendly policies across Europe, highlighting progress in critical areas, namely in access to finance and attracti...[+2809 chars] 2025-02-21T12:31:00 Harvest ETFs Announces February 2025 Distributions Business Wire https://www.saultstar.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/harvest-etfs-announces-february-2025-distributions https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/a6eb3d9798bf2f3cbcf1e6e6a47e4846?s=70&d=mp CA en Harvest Portfolio Group Inc. announced the distribution for the month ending February 28, 2025. The estimated distribution will be paid on or about March 7, 2025 to unitholders of record on February 28. The final distribution amount will be announced February 27, 2025 for the ETF below. "Published Feb 21, 2025 • 4 minute read OAKVILLE, Ontario — Harvest Portfolios Group Inc. ('Harvest') announces the following distributions for Harvest ETFs for the month ending February 28, 2025. The ...[+4174 chars]" 2025-02-21T12:27:13 Singapore announces tax rebates, $3.7 billion program to boost stock market Yantoultra Ngui https://www.reuters.com/markets/asia/singapore-announces-tax-rebates-37-billion-program-boost-stock-market-2025-02-21 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/YKGLA42BGBLEJPYOBB4TI323TQ.jpg?auth=872dbd0b43ea0299eeea0163e1883ff2fc105d58e322dfe61461acb6b8ae3669&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Singapore announced on Friday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities market. They include a 20% tax rebate for primary listings and a S$5 billion ($3.74 billion) program that focuses on investing in domestic stocks. Singapore's stock market has come under pressure from a dearth of mega listings and softer trading liquidity. SINGAPORE, Feb 21 (Reuters) - Singapore announced on Friday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities market, including a 20% tax rebate for primary listings and a S$5 billion ($3.74 billion) progr...[+2740 chars] 2025-02-21T12:26:49 Singapore rolls out tax rebates, $3.7 billion program to boost stock market Yantoultra Ngui https://finance.yahoo.com/news/singapore-announces-tax-rebates-3-122649661.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/01dbe774e45f41a201f92d25dbb4fcdf US en Singapore announced on Friday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities market, including a 20% tax rebate for primary listings and a S$5 billion program that focuses on investing in domestic stocks. Singapore's central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore or MAS, set up the review group chaired by Chee Hong Tat in August last year to recommend measures to strengthen the market development. "By Yantoultra Ngui SINGAPORE (Reuters) -Singapore announced on Friday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities market, including a 20% tax rebate for primary listings and a S$5 billion ($3.74 bill...[+2721 chars]" 2025-02-21T12:17:59 SEBI's New Investor Charter: Boosting Financial Inclusion and Protection Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3273107-sebis-new-investor-charter-boosting-financial-inclusion-and-protection https://www.devdiscourse.com/images/newstheme.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has revamped the investor charter for stock brokers with the intent of enhancing consumer protection within the financial sector. This move aims to bolster financial inclusion, educate investors, and address recent changes in the securities market. The document details the roles brokers play, along with prescribed timelines for their activities. It also outlines critical investor Dos and Don'ts and procedures for handling claims in the event of a broker default. Brokers are required to update their websites monthly with data on received complaints and their resolutions. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has revamped the investor charter for stock brokers with the intent of enhancing consumer protection within the financial sector. This move aims to bo...[+974 chars] 2025-02-21T12:14:21 Another DEI rollback as KPMG US ends strategy aimed at underrepresented groups https://www.msn.com/en-ie/money/companies/another-dei-rollback-as-kpmg-us-ends-strategy-aimed-at-underrepresented-groups/ar-AA1zvLmg US en KPMG US has ended a DEI talent strategy that was set up amid the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests. It is the latest Big Four professional services firm to roll back diversity initiatives since Donald Trump's reelection. Deloitte has also scrapped DEI programs. KPMG US joined other Big Four firms in pulling back on DEI initiatives, per an internal memo seen by BI.Its US arm is ending a strategy intended to recruit and retain staff from underrepresented backg...[+8311 chars] 2025-02-21T12:14:21 Another DEI rollback as KPMG US ends strategy aimed at underrepresented groups Polly Thompson https://www.businessinsider.com/kpmg-us-rolls-back-dei-strategy-big-four-trump-2025-2 https://i.insider.com/67b838e36630eb10385d2fce?width=1200&format=jpeg US en "KPMG US is ending its ""Accelerate 2025"" strategy to recruit and retain staff from underrepresented backgrounds. It is the latest Big Four professional services firm to roll back diversity initiatives since Donald Trump's reelection. The president signed an executive order to end diversity programs across the federal government on his first day in office." "KPMG US joined other Big Four firms in pulling back on DEI initiatives, per an internal memo seen by BI. Its US arm is ending a strategy intended to recruit and retain staff from underrepresented back...[+3993 chars]" 2025-02-21T12:02:55 Greenland Resources Receives Letter of Interest to Finance up to US$275 Million Capex Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/greenland-resources-receives-letter-of-interest-to-finance-up-to-us-275-million-capex/article_fb8ac68d-857b-51fd-bf05-56debfdb5084.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Greenland Resources Inc. has received a letter of interest from Export Development Canada, a Canadian Crown corporation wholly owned by the Government of Canada. The Company announced progress on the debt portion of the capex on December 19, October 15, and October 1, 2024. Greenland Resources Inc. (Cboe CA: MOLY | FSE: M0LY) ('Greenland Resources' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce that further to its press releases dated December 19, October 15, and October 1, 20...[+255 chars] 2025-02-21T12:02:47 EnviroGold Global Strengthens Balance Sheet and Positions for Growth Following 3.6 Million Private Placement Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/envirogold-global-strengthens-balance-sheet-and-positions-for-growth-following-3-6-million-private-placement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM2MjM0MyM2NzYxOTkxIzIwODk1NTU= CA en EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) announces the successful closing of the first tranche of its private placement, raising $3.68 million. The Company has strategically allocated these proceeds to fully settle Convertible Notes totaling $ 3.02 million, enhancing financial flexibility for future growth initiatives. TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and tai...[+383 chars] 2025-02-21T12:02:47 EnviroGold Global Strengthens Balance Sheet and Positions for Growth Following 3.6 Million Private Placement Globe Newswire https://www.woodstocksentinelreview.com/globe-newswire/envirogold-global-strengthens-balance-sheet-and-positions-for-growth-following-3-6-million-private-placement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM2MjM0MyM2NzYxOTkxIzIwODk1NTU= CA en EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) announces the successful closing of the first tranche of its private placement, raising $3.68 million. The Company has strategically allocated these proceeds to fully settle Convertible Notes totaling $ 3.02 million, enhancing financial flexibility for future growth initiatives. TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and tai...[+383 chars] 2025-02-21T12:00:00 Endeavour Announces Holding(s) in Company Globe Newswire https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/endeavour-announces-holding-s-in-company/article_adb407e1-2bf8-5e16-bcfc-36344df7a7de.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en Endeavour Mining plc received a notification on 20 February 2025 from BlackRock, Inc. of its interests in the Company as at 19 February 2025. The notification is sent in the standard form for notification of major holdings and can be found at: http://www.endeavourminingplc.com/news/default.html. "Twitter Email Print Copy article link Save Endeavour Mining plc ('the Company') announces that it received the following notification on 20 February 2025, from BlackRock, Inc. of its interests in the ...[+85 chars]" 2025-02-21T12:00:00 EnviroGold Global Strengthens Balance Sheet and Positions for Growth Following 3.6 Million Private Placement JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/envirogold-global-strengthens-balance-sheet-and-positions-for-growth-following-3-6-million-private-placement/article_6c518a8e-83ad-5272-98fc-83bcee8b83ce.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) announces the successful closing of the first tranche of its private placement, raising $3.68 million. The Company has strategically allocated these proceeds to fully settle Convertible Notes totaling $ 3.02 million, significantly improving its balance sheet and enhancing financial flexibility for future growth initiatives. TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and tai...[+898 chars] 2025-02-21T11:50:55 CIBC Asset Management Inc Has $2.81 Million Position in NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/21/cibc-asset-management-inc-has-2-81-million-position-in-nrg-energy-inc-nysenrg.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/nrg-energy-inc-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221109132540&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en CIBC Asset Management Inc raised its position in NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) by 3.1% in the fourth quarter. The fund owned 31,095 shares of the utilities provider's stock at the end of the quarter. M&T Bank Corp. increased its stake in the company by 0.3%. McIlrath & Eck LLC increased its position by 4.5% during the third quarter. Grove Bank & Trust increased its holdings by 29.7%. Mather Group LLC bought 803 shares. Hanseatic Management Services Inc. bought 1,244 shares. CIBC Asset Management Inc raised its position in NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG ) by 3.1% in the fourth quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 31,095 shares of the utilities provider's stock...[+5374 chars] 2025-02-21T11:46:53 Principal Financial Group Inc. Trims Stock Holdings in Exelon Co. (NASDAQ:EXC) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/21/principal-financial-group-inc-trims-stock-holdings-in-exelon-co-nasdaqexc.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exelon-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20231031132037&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Principal Financial Group Inc. reduced its stake in Exelon Co. (NASDAQ:EXC) by 1.4% during the 4th quarter. The institutional investor owned 1,144,092 shares of the company's stock after selling 15,691 shares during the period. Brown Lisle Cummings Inc. purchased a new stake in the company during the fourth quarter worth about $30,000. Stephens Consulting LLC increased its stake by 78.1% in the first quarter. Versant Capital Management Inc. increased its stakes in the firm by 56.7% during fourth quarter. 80.92% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors Principal Financial Group Inc. reduced its stake in Exelon Co. (NASDAQ:EXC ) by 1.4% during the 4th quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The institutional investor owned 1,144,092 shares of the company'...[+4819 chars] 2025-02-21T11:40:52 Signing Day Sports Files Audited Financial Statements for 2023 and 2022, Along With Unaudited Financial Statements for the Nine Months Ending September 30, 2024 and 2023, for Dear Cashmere Group Holding Company (d/b/a Swifty Global), and Pro Forma Financial Statements Related to Its Planned Acquisition of Swifty Global https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/21/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/signing-day-sports-files-audited-financial-statements-for-2023-and-2022-along-with-unaudited-financial-statements-for-the-nine-months-ending-september-30-2024-and-2023-for-dear-cashmere-group-holding-company-dba-swifty-global-and-pro-forma-financial-statements-related-to-its-planned-acquisition-of-swifty-global/2060218 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/21/546515.png PH en Signing Day Sports, Inc. (SGN) filed the audited financial statements of Dear Cashmere Group Holding Company (OTC: DRCR), doing business as Swifty Global, as exhibits to a Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 20, 2025. The Company filed unaudited pro forma financial statements with the Form 9-K. The financial statements are not intended to represent or be indicative of the financial position or results of operations in future periods or the results that would have been realized if the Company and SwiftyGlobal were a combined company. "SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Signing Day Sports, Inc. (""Signing Day Sports' or the ""Company') (NYSE American: SGN) , the developer of the Signing Day Sports app and platform to...[+6446 chars]" 2025-02-21T11:40:31 Stakeholders want FG to prioritise gender inclusion in leadership positions Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4136417/stakeholders-want-fg-to-prioritise-gender-inclusion-in-leadership-positions.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Stakeholders want the government to prioritise gender inclusion in leadership positions. The stakeholders noted this at a stakeholders meeting on tracking the implementation of the judgements by the government. The post Stakeholders call on FG to prioritize gender inclusion appeared first on Blueprint Newspapers Limited. Stakeholders have called on the government to prioritise gender inclusion in leadership positions. The stakeholders noted this at a stakeholders meeting on tracking the implementation of the judgement...[+148 chars] 2025-02-21T11:35:13 Company Secretary Professional, Executive Exam Results To Be Out On This Date Puniti Pandey https://www.ndtv.com/education/company-secretary-professional-executive-exam-results-to-be-out-on-this-date-7762385 https://c.ndtvimg.com/2024-10/miipj9a8_icsi_625x300_16_October_24.jpg?im=FeatureCrop,algorithm=dnn,width=1200,height=738 IN en The Institute of Company Secretaries of India will announce the results for the Company Secretary Programme (Syllabus 2017 and Syllabus 2022) Examinations, December, 2024 Session on February 25, 2025. The Professional Programme results will be announced at 11 am and the Executive Programme results by 2 pm. The next exam for Professional Programme (syllabus 2018, 2019 and 2022) will be held from June 1, 2025 to June 10, 2025 and the online enrollment form can be submitted from February 26, 2025. "New Delhi: The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) will announce the results for the Company Secretary Programme (Syllabus 2017 and Syllabus 2022) Examinations, December, 2024 Session on ...[+1385 chars]" 2025-02-21T11:33:10 Signing Day Sports Files Audited Financial Statements for 2023 and 2022, Along With Unaudited ... Signing Day Sports https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/signing-day-sports-files-audited-financial-statements-for-2023-and-2022-along-with-unaudited/article_d8c09629-db8b-5bc3-82f0-42851c876aaf.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Signing Day Sports, Inc. filed the audited financial statements of Dear Cashmere Group Holding Company, doing business as Swifty Global, as exhibits to a Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on February 20, 2025. The Company filed unaudited pro forma financial statements. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Signing Day Sports, Inc. ('Signing Day Sports' or the 'Company') (NYSE American: SGN), the developer of the Signing Day Sports app and platform to ...[+1084 chars] 2025-02-21T11:00:01 Jamie Sarkonak: Carney's carbon credit plan would be the next Liberal boondoggle Jamie Sarkonak https://nationalpost.com/opinion/jamie-sarkonak-mark-carneys-carbon-credit-scheme-would-be-the-next-liberal-boondoggle https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nationalpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2199966853.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=KJDFWSkWLqhnsbMuqvvh0A CA en Carney proposes to expand the current industrial carbon cap-and-trade system that the Liberals instituted in 2019. Under this system, industrial facilities must bring their emissions under the cap by reducing the amount they pollute and/or buying carbon credits produced by private companies to subtract from their emissions output on paper. The past several years have seen the demand for carbon-offsets boom. Morgan Stanley foresees almost unbelievable growth in offsets ahead. "Article content Though the details are still scant, it's a plan to expand the current industrial carbon cap-and-trade system that the Liberals instituted in 2019. Under this system, industrial facilit...[+1366 chars]" 2025-02-21T10:46:06 D.E.I. Comes and Goes. Profits Are Forever. https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/21/d-e-i-comes-and-goes-profits-are-forever https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DEI-Comes-and-Goes-Profits-Are-Forever.jpg US en Companies are changing their posture in waves, like groves of saplings in a storm. Milton Friedman, a Nobel laureate economist and a conservative, free-market ideology, said they should do what he called 'pure profits' instead of social responsibility. Ralph Nader, a pragmatist, said that most executives are pragmatists and would prefer to be political leaders. "A prominent group of chief executives Speaking Thank you, I wrote in Now that many companies are muting their commitments to programs embracing diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as to environme...[+5496 chars]" 2025-02-21T10:41:51 Pacific Green Signs Agreement To Sell Its 250MW / 500Mwh Limestone Coast North Battery Energy ... MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/Pacific_Green_Signs_Agreement_To_Sell_Its_250MW_500Mwh_Limes_b https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/[] US en Pacific Green Technologies, Inc. announces that it has signed binding documentation for the acquisition of Pacific Green Technologies. Pacific Green is OTCQB: PGTK and Nasdaq: PMGK.   Â - GlobeNewsWire "(MENAFN - GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Sydney, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pacific Green Technologies, Inc. (""Pacific Green"", OTCQB: PGTK) announces that it has signed binding documentation for" 2025-02-21T10:40:01 Moment Astronaut Puts on Pants Two Legs at a Time https://www.cairnspost.com.au/news/national/moment-astronaut-puts-on-pants-two-legs-at-a-time/video/7c0d6b48748a5906590f3c70b2a600c2 https://cf-images.ap-southeast-2.prod.boltdns.net/v1/jit/5348771529001/cc22822e-1d2f-47f6-af8a-ad1a27b0e5fb/main/720x1280/21s354ms/match/image.jpg AU en Loaded is 54.37% now. Share this article with others. Share it with others if you have access to this information. Share this information with other people if you do not want to share it with them. Share it now. "Loaded: 54.37% Share X" 2025-02-21T10:36:34 US Embassy's ‘diversity clampdown' Marc Menendez-Roche https://euroweeklynews.com/2025/02/21/trump-cancels-woke-us-embassys-shocking-diversity-clampdown https://cdn.euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Trump-cancels-WOKE-US-Embassys-shocking-diversity-clampdown.jpg ES en The US Embassy in Spain wants its commercial suppliers to prove they don't enforce any diversity or inclusion policies that could breach American anti-discrimination laws within five days. This requirement stems from a series of executive orders signed by US President Donald Trump. In Spain, companies with more than 50 employees must legally have equality and LGTBI plans. "By Marc Menendez-Roche • Published: 21 Feb 2025 • 11:36 • 2 minutes read WOKE name tag on a work jacket. My name is WOKE. Trump cancels WOKE? US Embassy's 'shocking diversity clampdown' Credit: Shutte...[+2724 chars]" 2025-02-21T10:15:07 StanChart pledges to cut emissions linked to oil and gas bonds Virginia Furness https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stanchart-pledges-cut-emissions-linked-101507910.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/c10dc9ca44bb8715415fa155fe4c5d19 US en Standard Chartered will reduce by 26.9% the polluting emissions associated with bond deals it arranges for oil and gas companies by 2030. The bank announced an 18% annual profit jump and $1.5 billion share buyback. HSBC delayed its net-zero emissions target by 20 years to 2050. "By Virginia Furness LONDON (Reuters) - Standard Chartered on Friday pledged to cut the emissions linked to the bonds it sells for oil and gas companies and will press ahead with its net-zero strategy,...[+1758 chars]" 2025-02-21T10:13:29 Audits Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/21/audits-buying-time https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2024/10/editorialbig-150x150.jpg GY en ExxonMobil has been granted more time to respond to two audits of its expenses. The first audit was done by the British firm IHS Markit and was for the period 1999-2017. It was completed in March 2021. The second audit was handed to ExxonMobil in November 2024. ExxonMobil has 60 days to respond. Kaieteur News- ExxonMobil has been granted more time to respond to two audits of its expenses. It would be in Guyana's interest, if the extra time is used to reveal and not conceal. Reveal the substan...[+3981 chars] 2025-02-21T10:02:15 D.E.I. Comes and Goes. Profits Are Forever. Jeff Sommer https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/21/business/profits-dei-milton-friedman.html https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/02/23/multimedia/21Strategies-friedman-pkqz/21Strategies-friedman-pkqz-facebookJumbo.jpg US en Trump administration has declared D.E.I. to be 'illegal' and 'immoral' and derided efforts to ensure'sustainability' and stave off climate change as misguided undertakings that are weakening America. Many companies are muting their commitments to programs embracing diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as to environmental sustainability. Ralph Nader, 90, is still active. "A prominent group of chief executives said almost six years ago that making profits for shareholders was only part of their business — and not necessarily the main part. Speaking collectively as the B...[+7544 chars]" 2025-02-21T09:29:00 Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards 2025 now open for entries https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/02/21/inquirer-esg-edge-impact-awards-2025-now-open-for-entries https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/21/3178844.jpg MY en The Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards 2025 is accepting entries from companies leading the way in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence in the Philippines. Winners of the awards will gain national recognition and advance to the Asia ESG Positive Impact Awards in Malaysia. There will be 56 awards (gold and silver) presented across 14 categories. The Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards 2025 is now accepting entries from companies leading the way in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence in the Philippines. This prestigious programm...[+4032 chars] 2025-02-21T09:24:00 Victoria's City Build Policies Fail Amid Climate Crisis Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/victorias-city-build-policies-fail-amid-climate-1412501 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/news-developments.jpg US en Current policies determining how Victorian cities are being built will not achieve the Paris Agreement commitment of net zero emissions by 2050, according to new research from the University of Melbourne. Built environment accounts for up to 72 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions. The research calls for reform to Victoria's built environment policy framework, including mandatory inclusion of science-based emissions reduction targets and an oversight body to manage and monitor progress. Current policies determining how Victorian cities are being built will not achieve the Paris Agreement commitment of net zero emissions by 2050, new research from the University of Melbourne has revea...[+1935 chars] 2025-02-21T08:23:25 EU must not slow climate action on hopes of future carbon removals, top climate advisor warns Robert Hodgson https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/02/21/eu-must-not-slow-climate-action-on-hopes-of-future-carbon-removals-top-climate-advisor-war https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/07/10/54/1200x675_cmsv2_fb917cb1-dbda-57dc-b16f-b764d6a4a8ec-9071054.jpg FR en The European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change (ESABCC) recommends a progressive integration of permanent removals into the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS). The board's report recommends separate targets for natural and technological carbon removal methods, with strict certification and monitoring. Oil and gas firms should be allowed to enter into a contract associated with a future commitment to carbon removal, posting collateral with a secure intermediary. The promise of future technological fixes could deter urgent action to immediately cut greenhouse gas emissions, the chair of the European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change (ESABCC) Ottmar E...[+4209 chars] 2025-02-21T08:14:00 Citi becomes latest US company to abandon diversity targets Joshua Franklin https://ftchinese.com/interactive/193732/en CN en Citigroup is scaling back its policies around diversity. It is the latest US company to retreat from targets to promote a more inclusive workforce. Donald Trump's return to the White House has intensified a backlash to diversity, equity and inclusion targets, leading companies to abandon goals they put in place only a few years ago. "Citigroup is scaling back its policies around diversity, the latest US company to retreat from targets to promote a more inclusive workforce. Donald Trump's return to the White House has intensified a...[+447 chars]" 2025-02-21T07:15:00 Another 2 SGX firms receive privatisation offers, taking potential delistings to 5 in 2025 Kang Wan Chern https://www.straitstimes.com/business/another-2-sgx-firms-receive-privatisation-offers-taking-potential-delistings-to-5-in-2025 https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/a49f9f0d74e854abd85c6828391ac72f2c166c05920249eb905800ffe470527b SG en There have been five privatisation offers for SGX companies in 2025. The latest buyout offers involve mainboard-listed engineer PEC and Catalist-listed nursing home operator Econ Healthcare (Asia). If successful, the offers will follow the 17 delistings from the SGX in 2024. "There have so far been five privatisation offers for SGX companies in 2025. PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO SINGAPORE – Two more Singapore Exchange-listed companies have received privatisation offers, taking the...[+2411 chars]" 2025-02-21T06:59:53 Türkiye's first climate law submitted to parliament https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiyes-first-climate-law-submitted-to-parliament-206091 https://image.hurimg.com/i/hurriyet/75/200x200/67b84e750a35739e4eb8e03a.jpg TK en The ruling Justice and Development Party has presented Türkiye's first climate law proposal to the parliament. The bill proposes creating a carbon market board and an emissions trading system. Businesses without a verified annual greenhouse gas emission report will be subject to fines ranging from 1 million to 10 million Turkish Liras. "The ruling Justice and Development Party has presented Türkiye's first climate law proposal to the parliament, aiming to institutionalize the fight against climate change. The draft law, aimed at redu...[+1572 chars]" 2025-02-21T06:37:05 I Spy With My Little Eye Defend Truth https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-02-21-i-spy-with-my-little-eye https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DM-Body-Cams-2000px.jpg?fit=1280%2C1613&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en "MADAM & EVE manage consent between them and manage consent for Adam and Eve.   Â - - ""Manage consent"" - ""Maddam and Eve will manage consent"" - ""Eve will control consent""." "MADAM & EVE X Manage consent" 2025-02-21T06:00:00 Activists arrive to shake up BP https://www.tortoisemedia.com/2025/02/20/activists-arrive-to-shake-up-bp https://tortoise-s3bucket1-1c9k2kd5zjuf0.s3.amazonaws.com/original_images/Boardroom-SM-signup.jpg.jpeg GB en Nearly 50 institutional investors have called on BP to give shareholders a vote on climate goals. The company is under pressure to unveil a fundamental reset next week. At the start of 2020, BP embarked on a controlled experiment to transform a brown company into a semi-green one. Since then, board directors, shareholders and staff have been conflicted about the strategy implemented by ex-CEO Bernard Looney. In the past five years, BP's stock is down 20 per cent compared with gains of between 10 and 70 per cent for its rivals Shell, Total and Exxon. "Nearly 50 institutional investors have called on BP to give shareholders a vote on climate goals, as the company comes under pressure to unveil a ""fundamental reset' next week. So what? BP is sufferin...[+4006 chars]" 2025-02-21T05:05:33 What HR directors are doing about the engagement crisis https://delano.lu/article/what-hr-directors-are-doing-about-the-engagement-crisis https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/what-hr-directors-are-doing-about-the-engagement-crisis/0.5/0.5/600/400/706307.jpg LU en Employee commitment to their employer is deteriorating all the time. Dussmann HR director Christelle Noel has a list of ready-to-use solutions to meet the challenge of employee commitment. They include offering teleworking for jobs that lend themselves to it, adjusting working hours, organising on-site rotas, using digital tools and working with customers. 'Offering teleworking for jobs that lend themselves to it, adjusting working hours or organising on-site rotas, using digital tools to communicate better and monitor needs, working with customers to a...[+10482 chars] 2025-02-21T05:05:33 WAVES acquired by thyssenkrupp subsidiary https://delano.lu/article/waves-acquired-by-thyssenkrupp-subsidiary https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/waves-acquired-by-thyssenkrupp-subsidiary/0.5/0.5/600/400/705915.png LU en WAVES and pacemaker have joined forces to create a complete line of sustainability products for calculating, managing and reporting sustainability data along entire supply chains. The integration of the WAVES SMP with pacemaker's existing technology creates an unrivalled all-in-one solution. With this strategic move, WAVES' comprehensive product portfolio on the SMP is combined with pacemaker's AI-driven supply chain forecasting and product carbon intelligence tools, thereby offering a co...[+2721 chars] 2025-02-21T05:03:00 Bangchak Champions Climate Action and Carbon Market Readiness https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2965411/bangchak-champions-climate-action-and-carbon-market-readiness- https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250221/c1_2965411_700.jpg TH en Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited is promoting carbon footprint assessment tools to drive sustainability across the supply chain. Mrs. Gloyta Nathalang, Senior Executive Vice President, Sustainability Management and Corporate Communications, stressed the urgency of climate action at two high-profile sustainability forums. Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited is reinforcing climate crisis awareness and promoting carbon footprint assessment tools to drive sustainability across the supply chain. Mrs. Gloyta Nathala...[+2214 chars] 2025-02-21T04:21:09 The Ethical Investor: How CME's new carbon credit futures could help Australia meet our 2050 targets Eddy Sunarto https://www.news.com.au/finance/business/stockhead/news/the-ethical-investor-how-cmes-new-carbon-credit-futures-could-help-australia-meet-our-2050-targets/news-story/c3a6dd6b28b6cc15025ed68f5237a0dd https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/596124bb5ce2954fe6e8d40f4a9ea392 AU en New futures contract from CME to fuel Aussie carbon market. ACCU futures add transparency, depth and transparency to the carbon credit market. The interest in the Australian market, especially from international firms, has been growing. CME Group is careful not to create an extremely volatile market. "New futures contract from CME to fuel Aussie carbon market ACCU futures add transparency, depth Futures could help Australia meet our 2050 targets As Australia races towards its ambitious goal of net-...[+6123 chars]" 2025-02-21T04:08:06 The Tories set the UK net zero target. Now they are dumping it https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/21/the-tories-set-the-uk-net-zero-target-now-they-are-dumping-it https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/The-Tories-set-the-UK-net-zero-target-Now-they.jpg US en Kemi Badenoch's new-look Conservative opposition wants to ditch the U.K.'s net zero carbon emissions target. Andrew Bowie was Theresa May's parliamentary private secretary when she signed the law into law. The party's shift to disavow its keynote green policy comes as it seeks to hammer Labour's clean energy policy. "LONDON — Kemi Badenoch's new-look Conservative opposition is still working out the policies it wants to put before voters. But the U.K.'s net zero target is already firmly in the party's firing line. ...[+3047 chars]" 2025-02-21T03:10:39 REQUEST FOR BIDS E.G. Middle... https://classifieds.pilotonline.com/va/notices/request-for-bids-e.g.-middle/AC1E05F105541201CCMOmt1C619B https://d2zfowlldib7se.cloudfront.net/assets/tronc/virginianpilot/images/favicon.png US en E.G. Middleton, Inc. is soliciting proposals for the Settlers Landing Vehicular Bridge Lighting Upgrades project for the City of Hampton, Virginia. The bid date is March 4, 2025. MBE and WBE SWAM-Certified firms are encouraged to respond with proposals. EGM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free workplace. "REQUEST FOR BIDS E.G. Middleton, Inc. (EGM) is soliciting proposals for the Settlers Landing Vehicular Bridge Lighting Upgrades project for the City of Hampton, Virginia. Bid Date is March 4, 2025. MB...[+253 chars]" 2025-02-21T03:00:00 TOBY CHANCE: Pursuing inclusive growth — why the Transformation Fund is not the answer Chance https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/opinion/2025-02-21-toby-chance-pursuing-inclusive-growth--why-the-transformation-fund-is-not-the-answer https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/JE2z2R6IhxZZB4kt2q3S1ko1gjMjiVVxysaZxfFwcaRP0zGXYG0Lr_jQjnlFqnedRObQk6uG4Rgn00oUvaTqz216gUP8--TYdimdWu8G5eljh2c=s1000 ZA en The recently announced Transformation Fund is not in line with the principle of inclusive growth. It will take money from business and divert it into a government-controlled fund. It threatens to undo the ESD support many black businesses depend on. The government has had bad experiences with state monopolies. Virtually all South Africans agree that inclusive growth is a goal worth pursuing — inclusive growth being economic growth enabled by a level playing field on which all participants have an equal and ...[+8299 chars] 2025-02-21T02:21:58 Euro cloud biz trials 'server blades in a cold box' system Dan Robinson https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/euro-cloud-biz-trials-server-blades-in-a-cold-box-system-7b4489d3523a79cd9d992cc40f02feba42b96bbb https://regmedia.co.uk/2025/02/20/diggerscoldboxopen.jpg FR en A1 Digital is running a proof of concept in its Vienna datacenter of a direct liquid cooling (DLC) system developed by Austrian company Diggers for power-intensive AI servers. It is claimed to save 50 percent of the energy required for cooling and deliver a PUE of about 1.05. A1 Digital is testing liquid cooling tech for power-intensive AI servers that is claimed to save 50 percent of the energy previously required for cooling, doing away entirely with the need for air con...[+1164 chars] 2025-02-21T02:16:10 BlackRock resumes stewardship talks after reviewing new ESG guidance Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/blackrock-resumes-stewardship-talks-after-reviewing-new-esg-guidance-2025-02-21 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/7FYACZPOAJIXZGZE73BLOOKPLI.jpg?auth=daed0e355f0f4fa4cd3882a2ab96cc109a5f1188318100af82d2acc6006fa546&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The top asset manager, BlackRock, has resumed stewardship engagements with companies after reviewing new guidance from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The regulator requires more disclosures from fund firms when they pressure portfolio companies over certain environmental, social or governance (ESG) matters. Feb 20 (Reuters) - BlackRock (BLK.N), opens new tab, the world's largest asset manager, said on Thursday it had resumed meeting with the leaders of its portfolio companies after reviewing new guidance...[+1395 chars] 2025-02-21T02:15:53 BlackRock resumes stewardship talks after reviewing new ESG guidance Reuters https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/blackrock-resumes-stewardship-talks-reviewing-021553366.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.ca/3ddafb4760041458db7333004417a2cb US en The top asset manager BlackRock has resumed stewardship engagements with companies after reviewing new guidance from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The regulator requires more disclosures from fund firms when they pressure portfolio companies over certain environmental, social or governance (ESG) matters. "(Reuters) - Top asset manager BlackRock said on Thursday it had resumed stewardship engagements with companies after reviewing new guidance from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In a state...[+277 chars]" 2025-02-21T00:40:20 DOGE Staffer Behind Racist Posts Reinstated at Social Security Emily Birnbaum https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/doge-staffer-behind-racist-posts-reinstated-at-social-security/ar-AA1ztMKN US en Marko Elez resigned from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency earlier this month. Elez is an engineer who has worked for SpaceX and social-media platform X. He is listed on a roster of DOGE employees with a government email address associated with the Executive Office of the President. (Bloomberg) -- The staffer with billionaire Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency who resigned after a report that linked him to racism and eugenics has been reinstated at the Social Securit...[+1862 chars] 2025-02-21T00:32:41 Madison Pacific Properties Inc. (TSX: MPC and MPC.C) announces results of Annual General Meeting Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/madison-pacific-properties-inc-tsx-mpc-and-mpc-c-announces-results-of-annual-general-meeting-4 https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/dacbb4d6d68d06d07a0d4253aaa78393?s=70&d=mp CA en Madison Pacific Properties Inc. reports the voting results of the Annual General Meeting of its shareholders held February 20, 2025 in Vancouver, British Columbia. The following five nominees were re-elected as directors of the Company: Sam Grippo, Michael W. Delesalle, Mark E. Elliott, Jonathan H. Rees and John DeLucchi. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP was re-appointed as the auditor for the Company. "Published Feb 20, 2025 • 1 minute read VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Madison Pacific Properties Inc. (the Company), reports the voting results of the Annual General Mee...[+1121 chars]" 2025-02-21T00:02:50 ‘Zim has potential to lead in green finance' Nelson Gahadza https://www.herald.co.zw/zim-has-potential-to-lead-in-green-finance https://www.herald.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/06/Collen-Tapfumaneyi.jpg ZW en Zimbabwe has the potential to become a regional leader in green finance. Green bonds are specialised debt instruments designed to raise capital exclusively for projects that support sustainability, such as renewable energy, green buildings and climate change adaptation. Zimbabwe does not have any listed green bonds on its securities exchanges, but efforts are underway to change that. "Senior Business Reporter Zimbabwe has the potential to become a regional leader in green finance, and with the right policies and incentives, its green bond market can play a crucial role in mobilisin...[+4608 chars]" 2025-02-21T00:00:00 ONGC NTPC Green seeks CCI approval to acquire Ayana Renewable Power in major renewable energy move Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/ONGC_NTPC_Green_seeks_CCI_approval_to_acquire_Ayana_Renewabl https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ONGC NTPC Green Private Limited has submitted a combination notice to the Competition Commission of India (CCI) seeking approval to acquire a 100 per cent equity stake in Ayana Renewable Power Private Limited. The deal is classified under Section 5(d) of the Competition Act, 2002. ONGC NTPC Green Private Limited has submitted a combination notice to the Competition Commission of India (CCI) seeking approval to acquire a 100 per cent equity stake in Ayana Renewable Power Private...[+92 chars] 2025-02-21T00:00:00 NSGP: The Future of Blockchain Gaming Unveiled Get News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/NSGP_The_Future_of_Blockchain_Gaming_Unveiled https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The New Society Gaming Platform (NSGP) has unveiled its revolutionary approach to blockchain gaming at an exclusive press conference. Industry leaders, developers, and gaming enthusiasts gathered to witness the next evolution of gaming technology that is poised to revolutionize the industry and set a new benchmark for the industry. The New Society Gaming Platform (NSGP) has officially unveiled its revolutionary approach to blockchain gaming, setting a new benchmark for the industry. During an exclusive press conference, industry...[+122 chars] 2025-02-21T00:00:00 CenterPoint Energy 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report (CenterPoint Energy 2024 CSR 01 28 25) (CenterPoint Energy Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/CenterPoint_Energy_2024_Corporate_Sustainability_Report_Cent https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en CenterPoint Energy has released a report on sustainability. It is based on Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), EEI/AGA ESG Template Report, Stakeholder Engagement, and Reconciliation of the Report. It's available in English and Spanish. ) Table of Contents About CenterPoint Energy 3 Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) 94 About This Report 5 EEI/AGA ESG Template Report 96 Stakeholder Engagement 6 Reconciliation of 2025-02-21T00:00:00 Singapore rolls out tax rebates, $3.7 billion program to boost stock market The Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/Singapore_rolls_out_tax_rebates_37_billion_program_to_boost_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Singapore announced on Friday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities. The measures are intended to boost the country's stock market performance. The country has a market cap of $2.3 trillion. The market value of Singapore's equities is $1.5 trillion. Singapore announced on Friday a set of measures to rejuvenate its equities 2025-02-21T00:00:00 Extra Space Storage Inc. Announces 1st Quarter 2025 Dividend Victoria Advocate https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/Extra_Space_Storage_Inc_Announces_1st_Quarter_2025_Dividend_i https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Extra Space Storage's board of directors has declared a first quarter 2025 dividend of $1.62 per share on the common stock of the Company.   . For confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or visit www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org. "SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Extra Space Storage Inc. (the ""Company"") (NYSE: EXR) announced today that the Company's board of directors has declared a first quarter 2025 dividend of $...[+37 chars]" 2025-02-21T00:00:00 Profits, Not D.E.I., Are Why Companies Exist New York Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/Profits_Not_DEI_Are_Why_Companies_Exist https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Firms mute their commitments to diversity and sustainability in the first days of the Trump administration, as many firms mute their commitment to sustainability and diversity, because of the new president's policies on diversity and sustainable business practices. .   An awkward truth has become evident in the first days of the Trump administration, as many firms mute their commitments to diversity and sustainability. 2025-02-21T00:00:00 ESCAP: ASEAN Must Prioritise Sustainable Investment, Narrow Development Gaps Among Member States Malaysian National News Agency https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/ESCAP_ASEAN_Must_Prioritise_Sustainable_Investment_Narrow_De https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ESCAP: ASEAN Must Prioritise Sustainable Investment, Narrow Development Gaps among Member States. UN Under-Secretary-General and ESCAP executive secretary Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana are meeting in Bernama (2025). BUSINESS > NEWS ESCAP: ASEAN Must Prioritise Sustainable Investment, Narrow Development Gaps Among Member States 21/02/2025 08:58 PM United Nations Under-Secretary-General and ESCAP executive secretar...[+50 chars] 2025-02-21T00:00:00 Made the CDP 2024 Climate Change A List for the Sixth Consecutive Year (Fuji Electric Co Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/Made_the_CDP_2024_Climate_Change_A_List_for_the_Sixth_Consec https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Fuji Electric Co. Ltd. has made the A List, which recognizes companies pioneering action on climate change and transparent information disclosure, the top rating of the CDP,*1 for the sixth consecutive year, as announced by the company on February 20, 2025. ) February 20,2025 Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce that it has made the A List, which recognizes companies pioneering action on climate change and transparent in...[+93 chars] 2025-02-21T00:00:00 Turkey's ruling party submits climate change bill to parliament The New Arab https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/Turkeys_ruling_party_submits_climate_change_bill_to_parliame https://ecdn8.wn.com/o25/ph/img/3b/24/c5aab707ac6cdb21767d70ded4e4-grande.jpg US en Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's ruling AK Party submitted a climate change-related bill to parliament on Thursday. The bill envisages the establishment of a carbon market board and an emissions trading system, or ETS. It is aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with Turkey's laws. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's ruling AK Party submitted to parliament on Thursday a climate change-related bill envisaging the establishment of a carbon market board and an emissions tradin...[+109 chars] 2025-02-21T00:00:00 Woke funds have gone to the dogs: Bestinvest reveals ESG has fallen behind for investors This is Money https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/21/Woke_funds_have_gone_to_the_dogs_Bestinvest_reveals_ESG_has_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The ESG boom has turned to slump. Bestinvest is focusing on sustainability and ethics-focused investments. - Bestinvest's platform is focused on investing in ethical and sustainable investments, rather than traditional financial instruments. - Bestinvest offers a portfolio of ethical investments. Investors were sold the idea of principled investing on the basis that it wasn't just good for society and the planet, but would boost their returns too. However, things have not quite paid off in rec...[+116 chars] 2025-02-21T00:00:00 KOMIPO's Sustainability Efforts Recognized with Prestigious LACP Gold Award Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=235852 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202502/235852_238928_2631_v150.jpg KR en "Korea Midland Power Co., Ltd. (KOMIPO) has been awarded the prestigious ""Gold"" at the LACP 2023/2024 Vision Awards for its exemplary ""2023 Sustainability Management Report"" The report scored 98 out of 100 points. It also received the ""Technical Achievement Award"" for its technical excellence in report communication. KOMIPo is a major player in South Korea's energy sector." "Korea Midland Power Co., Ltd. (KOMIPO) has been awarded the prestigious ""Gold"" at the LACP 2023/2024 Vision Awards for its exemplary ""2023 Sustainability Management Report."" This accolade, announced r...[+2634 chars]" 2025-02-20T23:52:22 Who Is James Fishback? Investor Who Created DOGE Stimulus Check Plan Claire Dickey https://www.newsweek.com/james-fishback-investorwho-created-doge-stimulus-check-plan-2034116 https://d.newsweek.com/en/full/2592674/elon-musk-donald-trump-dc.jpg US en James Fishback, CEO of investment firm Azoria, has proposed redistributing savings from governmental efficiencies in the form of stimulus checks of $5,000 to each American tax-paying household. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has saved an estimated $55 billion. Fishback is in the middle of a lawsuit with Greenlight Capital. "Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. James Fishback, CEO of investment firm Azoria, has captured public attentio...[+4087 chars]" 2025-02-20T23:52:16 Citigroup axes DEI goals, makes major change on job interviews Reuters https://nypost.com/2025/02/20/business/citigroup-axes-dei-goals-makes-major-change-on-job-interviews https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/citigroup-dei.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1740073842&w=1024 US en Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews. The bank will not have 'aspirational representation goals' except as required by local law. It will also change the name of the 'Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management' team to 'Talent Management and Engagement'. Trump has attempted to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the federal government and the private sector. Several major companies are scaling back their diversity commitments. "Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews, its CEO said in a memo on Thursday, as corporate America contends with a new business climate under President Trump. ...[+1398 chars]" 2025-02-20T22:46:04 FinCEN Extends Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Deadline by 30 Days; Announces Intention to Revise Reporting Rule https://www.tsln.com/news/fincen-extends-beneficial-ownership-information-reporting-deadline-by-30-days-announces-intention-to-revise-reporting-rule https://swiftmedia.s3.amazonaws.com/mountain.swiftcom.com/images/sites/13/2023/02/17223834/facebook-thumbnail-1200.jpg US en The beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) are back in effect. The deadline to file an initial, updated, and/or corrected BOI report is now March 21, 2025. FinCEN is extending the deadline 30 calendar days from February 19, 2025 for most companies. "WASHINGTON, D.C. –– With the February 18, 2025, decision by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas in Smith, et al. v. U.S. Department of the Treasury, et al., 6:24-cv-00336 (E.D. T...[+3834 chars]" 2025-02-20T22:32:36 lAMGOLD Announces Significant Increase in Nelligan Ounces & Update of Global Mineral Reserves and Resources Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/241642-lamgold-announces-significant-increase-in-nelligan-ounces-update-of-global-mineral-reserves-and-resources https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-241642.jpg CA en This news release contains forward-looking statements about the Company's future plans, operations and financial performance. These statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management, are inherently subject to significant business, financial, operational and other risks, uncertainties and contingencies. "Article content For example, forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to: the estimation of mineral reserves and mineral resources and the realization of suc...[+10525 chars]" 2025-02-20T22:29:24 Sustain a Bean: Ghana's sustainable movement aligned with global development goals https://www.myjoyonline.com/sustain-a-bean-ghanas-sustainable-movement-aligned-with-global-development-goals https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1-58.jpg GH en Vanya Daryanani and Jason Nana Yaw Mohan are co-founders of Sustain a Bean, a business that promotes sustainability, ethical trade, and community empowerment in Ghana's cocoa industry. The initiative supports the UN SDGs, UNESCO, UNICEF, and World Vision's goals. "In the heart of Ghana's cocoa industry, a transformative initiative is redefining business success. Sustain a Bean™, co-founded by visionary leaders Vanya Daryanani and Jason Nana Yaw Mohan, is provin...[+2554 chars]" 2025-02-20T22:25:40 Is Now The Time To Put Sheng Siong Group (SGX:OV8) On Your Watchlist? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/now-time-put-sheng-siong-222540475.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/3829cb7087cb975499acbf864a31c943 US en Sheng Siong Group (SGX:OV8) has grown its trailing twelve month EPS from S$0.089 to S $0.095 in the last year. The company has stable EBIT margins and grew revenue 3.2% to S$1.4b. Its insiders own 27% of the company, making them powerful and aligned with other shareholders. For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to investors, even if it currently lacks a track record of revenue and profit. But the r...[+3764 chars] 2025-02-20T22:07:00 IDEX Corporation Appoints Stephanie Disher and Matthijs Glastra to Board of Directors; David Parry and Livingston Satterthwaite to Retire Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/idex-corporation-appoints-stephanie-disher-220700388.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/1db8c9ad111fe6f26426b29667bf8d99 US en Stephanie Disher and Matthijs Glastra have been appointed to IDEX Corporation's Board of Directors effective February 21, 2025. They will serve on the Board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee and Audit Committee. David Parry and Livingston Satterthwaite are retiring from the Board following the 2025 IDEX Annual Meeting of Stockholders. "NORTHBROOK, Ill., February 20, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IDEX Corporation (NYSE: IEX) today announced the appointment of Stephanie (""Steph"") Disher and Matthijs Glastra to the company's Board of Director...[+4359 chars]" 2025-02-20T22:06:57 Exelixis Announces a Newly Authorized $500 Million Stock Repurchase Program Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/exelixis-announces-a-newly-authorized-500-million-stock-repurchase-program/article_e746a5aa-297c-57a1-86d2-147a1382f40d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Exelixis' Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $500 million of the company's common stock before December 31, 2025. Exelxis' stock is traded on the Nasdaq: EXEL, but not on the NYSE. Exelixis, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXEL) today announced that the company's Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to an additional $500 million of the company's common stock before December 31, ...[+5 chars] 2025-02-20T21:54:43 How to build AI as a force for social good? Dr. Tim Sandle https://www.digitaljournal.com/tech-science/how-to-build-ai-as-a-force-for-social-good/article https://www.digitaljournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/bf766497399b03544164a5122547c243fd0069b7.jpg CA en The AI Action Summit in Paris has recently wrapped up. It was a global gathering of governments, technology CEOs, and civil society leaders. Nabiha Syed, Executive Director at Mozilla has assessed the most important findings from the summit. There is a highly-competitive global AI race that is unfolding within a tense geopolitical climate. France and the EU are announcing €100 billion investments in AI. The U.S. and the UK did not sign the official declaration. "The February 2025 AI Action Summit in Paris has recently wrapped up. This is a global gathering formed of governments, technology CEOs, and civil society leaders, focused on discussing the future of A...[+2645 chars]" 2025-02-20T21:47:45 Dr. Velma Trayham Joins Nation's Top Business Leaders at A.G. Gaston Conference to Chart a New Path for Economic Empowerment Black Chamber https://apnews.com/press-release/send2press/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-alabama-60a5628e8c3b794128fafe42ba7264a0 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/e50f7ac/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x450+0+75/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F0f%2F9d%2F5f130c338426591db57b73af4edb%2F229888949d0fb7db625dfdda07c5d5fb US en Dr. Velma Trayham is the President and CEO of the Black Chamber of Arizona and one of America's 100 Women to Know by JP Morgan Chase. She is a business strategist, corporate advisor, and economic empowerment advocate. She will speak at the A.G. Gaston Conference in Birmingham, Alabama on February 25, 2025. BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Renowned business strategist, corporate advisor, and economic empowerment advocate Dr. Velma Trayham, CEO, Black Chamber of Arizona, will take t...[+3411 chars] 2025-02-20T21:41:34 Citi becomes latest US company to abandon diversity targets https://revolver.news/2025/02/citi-announces-its-ending-dei-goals-and-policies https://archive.vn/iEjXB/29d0f165cb9b9b5bb5348365828036e7cb9bf67f/scr.png US en Citigroup is scaling back its policies around diversity. Citi joins a list of corporate giants such as Accenture and Walt Disney in scaling back diversity initiatives following Trump's election victory in November. Wall Street rival Goldman Sachs also abandoned a pledge to only take public companies with a certain number of diverse board members. "You already have an account onusing this email address. Please Sign in to your account. All new members also start receiving our weekly Editor's Digest newsletter All new members also start receiving ...[+3341 chars]" 2025-02-20T21:35:02 SRG Global (ASX:SRG) Has Announced A Dividend Of A$0.025 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/srg-global-asx-srg-announced-213502397.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/9387484536d295ac2492be4d631ec660 US en SRG Global Limited (ASX:SRG) will pay a dividend of A$0.025 per share on the 11th of April. The dividend yield is 3.7%, which is typical for the industry. The company has been growing its distributions at 16% per year for the past five years. It has been raising capital by issuing stock equal to 16% of shares outstanding in the last year. The board of SRG Global Limited (ASX:SRG) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 11th of April, with investors receiving A$0.025 per share. Based on this payment, the dividend yield for the ...[+3521 chars] 2025-02-20T21:34:00 NewGen Issues Clarification on Press Release Titled 'NewGen Receives Continued Nasdaq Listing ... Newgenivf Limited https://www.enidnews.com/region/newgen-issues-clarification-on-press-release-titled-newgen-receives-continued-nasdaq-listing/article_1196bdd6-60e4-52ee-a5d5-a1b205f5481f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en NewGenIvf Group Limited (NASDAQ: NIVF) received Continued Nasdaq Listing Approval on February 20, 2025. Some NewGen debtholders converted $2.3 million of debt to equity and the Company has drawn down about $4 million from its Equity Line of Credit with White Lion Capital. Nasdaq Hearings Panel granted an extension to give NewGen additional time to regain compliance with Nasdaq's continued listing requirements. The Company carried out a reverse split on February 11, 2025 in order to regain its compliance with the $1.00 bid price requirement. BANGKOK, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NewGenIvf Group Limited (NASDAQ: NIVF) ('NewGen' or the 'Company') today issued a clarification that, in the press release titled 'NewGen Receives Continued ...[+5175 chars] 2025-02-20T21:33:11 NewGen Issues Clarification on Press Release Titled 'NewGen Receives Continued Nasdaq Listing ... New Gen Ivf Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/newgen-issues-clarification-on-press-release-titled-newgen-receives-continued-nasdaq-listing/article_fe03d373-10c2-5d10-b82a-e7fbebd1bafa.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en NewGen received Continued Nasdaq Listing Approval on February 20, 2025. Some NewGen debtholders converted $2.3 million of debt to equity and the Company has drawn down $4 million from its Equity Line of Credit with White Lion Capital. Nasdaq Hearings Panel granted an extension to give NewGen additional time to regain compliance with Nasdaq's continued listing requirements. BANGKOK, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NewGenIvf Group Limited (NASDAQ: NIVF) ('NewGen' or the 'Company') today issued a clarification that, in the press release titled 'NewGen Receives Continued ...[+1649 chars] 2025-02-20T21:32:58 Jennifer Granholm Joins Edison International, Southern California Edison Boards of Directors Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/jennifer-granholm-joins-edison-international-southern-california-edison-boards-of-directors/article_03e1351c-6766-5f7d-9b4e-aed8a0cbb480.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Jennifer Granholm will join the board of directors of Edison International and Southern California Edison effective April 1, 2025. This page requires Javascript to be able to read the content. It is required to enable it in your browser's settings. . "ROSEMEAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 20, 2025-- Edison International (NYSE: EIX) and Southern California Edison today announced that Jennifer Granholm will join the board of directors of each compan...[+3532 chars]" 2025-02-20T21:29:50 Elastic to Present in Upcoming Investor Conference Business Wire https://www.postregister.com/businessreport/technology/elastic-to-present-in-upcoming-investor-conference/article_417b8cda-b96f-5c22-8f2f-40343674e1d7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/postregister.com/content/tncms/custom/image/4068e7d6-95c3-11e8-b459-6357fa7ccc06.png?resize=600%2C313 US en Elastic will present at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on March 5, 2025 at 1:05 p.m. PT / 4:05 pm ET. The company is the Search AI Company, which is based in San Francisco, California. "SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 20, 2025-- Elastic (NYSE: ESTC), the Search AI Company, announced that its management will present at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on W...[+55 chars]" 2025-02-20T21:29:19 Companies like GM, Boeing are dismantling DEI by ‘quiet quitting' woke policies Lydia Moynihan https://nypost.com/2025/02/20/business/companies-dismantling-dei-by-quiet-quitting-woke-policies https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/Ny-Next-DEI-quiet-quitting.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en Some companies are quietly dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. General Motors, PepsiCo., Comcast, Boeing and Lockheed Martin have removed DEI language from their 10-K filings. Disney sent a note to its employees last week saying it was moving away from DEI initiatives to focus more on business outcomes. "Companies are now taking a 'quiet quitting' approach to dismantling DEI. While some corporations with outspoken CEOs — like Disney and JPMorgan — are making headlines for very publicly rolling back di...[+2562 chars]" 2025-02-20T21:19:11 Citigroup Joins Corporate Retreat From DEI https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/citigroup-dei-end/2025/02/20/id/1199879 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=d981eabd-9971-4776-8167-fb3e14810227&SiteName=Newsmax US en "Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews. The bank will also change the name of the ""Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management"" team to ""Talent Management and Engagement"" since President Trump has attempted to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs." Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews, its CEO said in a memo Thursday, as corporate America contends with a new business climate under President Donald Tru...[+1171 chars] 2025-02-20T21:15:27 Essex Announces Its 31st Consecutive Annual Dividend Increase Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/essex-announces-its-31st-consecutive-annual-dividend-increase/article_6c09b3ce-5407-5c42-9f23-0313b11d56e6.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Essex Property Trust, Inc. announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a 4.9% increase to its annual cash dividend. The first quarter dividend of $2.57 per share is payable on April 15, 2025 to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2025. "SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 20, 2025-- Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a 4.9% increase to its annual cash dividend. This repr...[+310 chars]" 2025-02-20T21:12:28 Florida files suit against Target, claiming DEI initiatives ‘misled investors' Associated Press https://www.dailynews.com/2025/02/20/florida-target-lawsuit https://www.dailynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Florida_Target_Lawsuit_84347.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en He alleges Target violated the Securities Exchange Act by failing to disclose 'the known risks' of diversity initiatives. He is already subscribed to this article. It was originally published on February 20, 2025 at 1:12 PM PST and has been updated to reflect the new date. "He alleges Target violated the Securities Exchange Act by failing to disclose 'the known risks' of diversity initiatives. Already subscribed? Originally Published: February 20, 2025 at 1:12 PM PST" 2025-02-20T21:12:28 Florida files suit against Target, claiming DEI initiatives ‘misled investors' Associated Press https://www.greeleytribune.com/2025/02/20/florida-target-lawsuit https://www.greeleytribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Florida_Target_Lawsuit_84347.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en Florida's AG alleges Target failed to disclose 'known risks' of initiatives and wants them to be stopped.   Â in February 20, 2025 at 2:12 PM MST, and it's February 20th, 2025 now. "Florida's AG alleges Target failed to disclose 'known risks' of initiatives. Originally Published: February 20, 2025 at 2:12 PM MST" 2025-02-20T21:10:55 Citigroup Reforms Diversity Practices Amid Shifting Business Climate Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3272468-citigroup-reforms-diversity-practices-amid-shifting-business-climate https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/21_06_2024_00_18_24_0553441.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Citigroup has changed its policy on diversity requirements in job interviews. The bank is also rebranding its 'Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management' team to 'Talent Management and Engagement'. This aligns with actions by other corporations such as Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase. Citigroup announced a significant policy shift by ceasing the requirement for diverse slates of candidates in job interviews. The decision, detailed in a recent memo by CEO Jane Fraser, reflects the e...[+544 chars] 2025-02-20T21:10:00 Lehigh Valley Top Workplaces 2025: At Schaedler Yesco Distribution, ‘good people work with good people' Punya Bhasin https://www.mcall.com/2025/02/19/lehigh-valley-top-workplaces-2025-at-schaedler-yesco-distribution-good-people-work-with-good-people https://www.mcall.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/TMC-L-twp-SchaedlerYesco_2.jpg?w=1024&h=775 US en The Schaedler Yesco Way helps reemphasize the company's core values of accountability, profitability and integrity. It also helps some of their employees embrace the perks of 'corporate' culture. It's free to subscribe to it. It was published on February 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM EST. "The Schaedler Yesco Way helps reemphasize the company's core values of accountability, profitability and integrity as well as helping some of their employees embrace the perks of 'corporate' culture. ...[+74 chars]" 2025-02-20T21:05:42 Citigroup drops its diversity targets, renames its DEI unit Kaja Whitehouse https://www.businessinsider.com/citigroup-drops-diversity-targets-renames-dei-jane-fraser-2025-2 https://i.insider.com/67b7941eeb4be2fff9a52a17?width=1024&format=jpeg US en Citigroup is renaming its diversity, equity, and inclusion team among other changes. CEO Jane Fraser outlined the shift in a memo to staff on Thursday. Citi's move follows similar moves by other large companies, including Amazon, Meta, Target and Walmart. "Citigroup became the latest company to walk back its diversity goals. The company is renaming its DEI team among other changes. CEO Jane Fraser outlined the shift in a memo to staff on Thursday. Citig...[+863 chars]" 2025-02-20T21:02:48 Diginex Limited Announces Secondary Listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Tradegate ... Diginex Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/diginex-limited-announces-secondary-listing-on-the-frankfurt-stock-exchange-and-tradegate/article_713acfcc-3df5-576b-b9e4-d3319c01f4c9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diginex Limited's shares are now cross-listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (Open Market) and the Tradegate Exchange under the symbol 'I0Q' effective February 20, 2025. Kirchhoff Consult GmbH, a European affiliate of Lambert by LLYC (Lambert), spearheads an aggressive European investor engagement effort. HONG KONG, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGNX), a Cayman Islands-based impact technology company specializing in environmental, social...[+1050 chars] 2025-02-20T20:53:47 'Another US company, Citi, eliminates diversity objectives' Internewscast https://internewscast.com/business/another-us-company-citi-eliminates-diversity-objectives https://internewscast.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/ic_launcher.png NG en Citigroup is scaling back its policies around diversity, the latest US company to retreat from targets to promote a more inclusive workforce. Donald Trump's return to the White House has intensified a backlash to diversity, equity and inclusion targets. Citi had set diversity goals in 2022 for assistant vice-presidents up to managing directors to be at least 43.5 per cent women, 11.5% Black and 16 per cent Latino. "Share this @internewscast.com Citigroup is scaling back its policies around diversity, the latest US company to retreat from targets to promote a more inclusive workforce. Donald Trump's return to the...[+1059 chars]" 2025-02-20T20:45:02 Citigroup joins corporate retreat from diversity initiatives Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/citigroup-joins-corporate-retreat-diversity-initiatives-2025-02-20 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/KYUKZZOEVBPELNWQN3WS72HSW4.jpg?auth=a0e74d0bb5ca39f29670a33edd502ac39b8263ccdbd51ae4744392ee556de54c&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en "Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews. The bank will not have ""aspirational representation goals"" except as required by local law. It will also change the name of the ""Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management"" team to ""Talent Management and Engagement""." Feb 20 (Reuters) - Citigroup (C.N), opens new tab will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews, its CEO said in a memo on Thursday, as corporate America contends with a new ...[+1366 chars] 2025-02-20T20:44:46 Citigroup joins corporate retreat from diversity initiatives Reuters https://www.yahoo.com/news/citigroup-joins-corporate-retreat-diversity-204446449.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/a1b3770c1fa50e2803369e0f562a9bab US en "Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews. The bank will also change the name of the ""Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management"" team to ""Talent Management and Engagement"". Trump has attempted to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in the federal government and the private sector." (Reuters) - Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews, its CEO said in a memo on Thursday, as corporate America contends with a new business climate under Presi...[+1346 chars] 2025-02-20T20:44:46 Citigroup joins corporate retreat from diversity initiatives Brendan Mcdermid https://denvergazette.com/news/nation-world/citigroup-joins-corporate-retreat-from-diversity-initiatives/article_ad890d49-5a7f-5d87-90d5-60f5a8d08acc.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/denvergazette.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/d/14/d14ddbc5-e70d-57c1-aeff-b1ff9c15d3d8/67b795e4da19b.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C56 US en "Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews. The bank will not have ""aspirational representation goals"" except as required by local law. It will change the name of the ""Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management"" team to ""Talent Management and Engagement""." (Reuters) - Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews, its CEO said in a memo on Thursday, as corporate America contends with a new business climate under Presi...[+268 chars] 2025-02-20T20:44:10 Citigroup Shifts Diversity Strategy Amid New Business Climate Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3272451-citigroup-shifts-diversity-strategy-amid-new-business-climate https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/21_06_2024_00_18_24_0553441.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Citigroup has changed its diversity hiring strategy. It will only adhere to 'aspirational representation goals' where mandated by local legislation. The bank will rename its 'Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management' team to 'Talent Management and Engagement'. Citigroup has announced a significant shift in its diversity hiring strategy, as communicated by CEO Jane Fraser in a Thursday memo. The bank will cease its requirement for a diverse array of candidat...[+591 chars] 2025-02-20T20:22:01 Zimbabwe delays implementation of international financial reporting standards Nyashadzashe Ndoro https://nehandaradio.com/2025/02/20/zimbabwe-delays-implementation-of-international-financial-reporting-standards https://nehandaradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Zimbabwe-Stock-Exchange.webp ZW en Listed companies in Zimbabwe are now required to submit mandatory sustainability reports for financial years commencing on or after January 1, 2024. However, the implementation of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Sustainability Disclosure Standards has been deferred. The PAAB is currently developing an implementation roadmap for these standards. HARARE – Listed companies in Zimbabwe are now required to submit mandatory sustainability reports for financial years commencing on or after January 1, 2024, according to a joint regulatory statement ...[+2212 chars] 2025-02-20T20:03:44 CN Recognized for Commitment to Delivering Responsibly Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/cn-recognized-for-commitment-to-delivering-responsibly https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/dacbb4d6d68d06d07a0d4253aaa78393?s=70&d=mp CA en CN is proud of its 2024 rankings by prominent organizations, including CDP, Corporate Knights, MSCI, The Globe and Mail, and EcoVadis as it relates to its sustainability practices. CN plans to publish its biennial Delivering Responsibly Sustainability Report and annual Data Supplement Report in 2025, highlighting key performance indicators related to sustainability. "Published Feb 20, 2025 • 3 minute read MONTREAL, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is pleased to be recognized as one of the top sustainability performers in the transportatio...[+5294 chars]" 2025-02-20T20:00:51 Survey finds 72% of U.K. employees in favour of responsibly-invested pension plans bwolfe https://www.benefitscanada.com/pensions/retirement/survey-finds-72-of-u-k-employees-in-favour-of-responsibly-invested-pension-plans https://www.benefitscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2021/10/47356664_123RF_ESG-factors.jpg CA en Half of U.K. employees don't know whether their pension is invested according to environmental, social and governance factors. Two-thirds of Canadian employees believe they'll need, on average, $1.54 million to retire. Alberta Pension Services Corp. appoints Javier Lozano as vice-president of information services and technology, effective Feb. 3, 2025. "By: Staff February 20, 2025 February 20, 2025 15:00 While nearly three-quarters (72 per cent) of U.K. employees say it's important their employer offers a pension plan that's invested according to env...[+3694 chars]" 2025-02-20T19:30:00 Schneider Electric Exceeds Its 2024 Sustainability Target and Approaches the End of Its Current Program Schneider Electric https://finance.yahoo.com/news/schneider-electric-exceeds-2024-sustainability-193000129.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/98fb848a70491b1544b55b59ece44279 US en Schneider Electric's Sustainability Impact (SSI) score reached 7.55 out of ten for the final quarter of 2024, surpassing the 2024 end-year target of 7.40. Since 2018, its energy-saving products, software and services have saved customers 679 million tonnes of CO2 and trained over 824,000 people in energy management. RUEIL-MALMAISON, FRANCE / / February 20, 2025 / Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today published details of its sustainability performa...[+5134 chars] 2025-02-20T19:23:44 Exxe Group Financial & Strategic Update Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/exxe-group-financial-strategic-update/article_76c00255-b9ba-5268-941e-255f44af34d6.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Exxe Group, Inc. announced key financial updates and strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening shareholder value and accelerating business growth today. Exxe is a diversified fintech and management consulting company. This page requires Javascript to be able to read premium content. "SHERIDAN, Wyo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 20, 2025-- Exxe Group, Inc. (OTC PINK: AXXA), (""Exxe"" or the ""Company""), a diversified fintech and management consulting company, today announced key financial upd...[+6428 chars]" 2025-02-20T18:50:09 Pepsi Rolling Back Diversity Initiatives—Here Are All The Companies Cutting DEI Programs Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/02/20/pepsi-rolling-back-diversity-initiatives-here-are-all-the-companies-cutting-dei-programs https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b7763b3cfdc7ce418ece76/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=3200,1799,x0,y49,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Pepsi will no longer use representation goals in hiring and will transition its 'Chief DEI Officer' position to focus more on employee development. JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley and Citigroup are'removing or watering down' language around their DEI efforts. Disney is making several changes to its DEI approach, including shifting its 'Diversity & Inclusion' performance metric used to evaluate employees to 'Talent Strategy'. Deloitte told U.S. employees working with government clients to remove pronouns from their email signatures. Pepsi plans to cut diversity initiatives including representation hiring targets, making it the latest company to roll back some of its diversity policies amid a wave of backlash against DEI that has ...[+20546 chars] 2025-02-20T18:32:59 Shareholders that lost money on Edison International (EIX) Urged to Join Class Action – Contact ... The Gross Law Firm https://www.eagletribune.com/region/shareholders-that-lost-money-on-edison-international-eix-urged-to-join-class-action-contact/article_6fcbbd51-067a-57d4-8a57-1654cfd81535.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Edison International (NYSE: EIX): Shareholders who purchased shares of EIX during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as a lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery. "NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Edison International (NYSE: EIX). Shareholders who purchased shares of EIX during the clas...[+171 chars]" 2025-02-20T18:25:24 Exxe Group Financial & Strategic Update Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/exxe-group-financial-strategic-update/article_a3f389e8-4ffc-5ea7-bdd3-db3e8ff0abe2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Exxe Group, Inc. (OTC PINK: AXXA) announced key financial updates and strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening shareholder value and accelerating business growth. Exxe is a diversified fintech and management consulting company. It's a publicly traded company. "Exxe Group, Inc. (OTC PINK: AXXA), (""Exxe"" or the ""Company""), a diversified fintech and management consulting company, today announced key financial updates and strategic initiatives aimed at strength...[+57 chars]" 2025-02-20T18:25:00 Exxe Group Financial & Strategic Update Business Wire https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/exxe-group-financial-strategic-182500735.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/f758ca7360d965a66ae9daa1a4987cf0 US en Exxe Group reports significant financial & operational improvements. The company generated $14.99 million in Q3 2024 and $47.28 million over the first nine months of FY-2025. The quarterly revenue run rate remains stable at $15.76 million as Exxe transitions to a higher-margin, service-based model. Exxe is scaling up its fintech, blockchain and AI-powered consulting services to attract new high-value clients. Following the ChainAdoption acquisition, the company is working on Real World Assets (RWA) real estate tokenization and digital asset strategies. "Exxe Group reports significant financial & operational improvements; Strengthens growth strategy for 2025 Third Quarter Total Revenue: $14.99 million; Profit: $7.40 million Exxe updates on audit statu...[+5101 chars]" 2025-02-20T18:14:13 HSBC Delays Net-Zero Goal by 20 Years, as US Financial Giants Walk Away From Climate ... The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/HSBC_Delays_NetZero_Goal_by_20_Years_as_US_Financial_Giants_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rnQQ7TGobb4/0.jpg US en HSBC has pushed back its goal of reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its operations and supply chain from 2030 to 2050. It cites slower-than-expected progress in the wider economy as the reason for the change in its annual report published on Wednesday. HSBC has pushed back its goal of reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its operations and supply chain from 2030 to 2050, citing slower-than-expected progress in the wider economy. In its annual r...[+40 chars] 2025-02-20T17:16:09 BIER Member Spotlight: Justin Merrell LION https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/justin-merrell-alcoholic-beverage-industry-58c41ddf7152661a0812b59b6c9ed01e https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Justin Merrell is the Group Sustainability Director for LION, the largest brewer in Australia and New Zealand and a significant craft beer producer in the United States. He has been with LION for six and a half years. He is a chemical engineer by background and worked at Qantas for six years. "Name: Justin Merrell | Group Sustainability Director Welcome to our series aimed at spotlighting the individual leaders within BIER member companies and stakeholder organizations. Learn how these prac...[+6728 chars]" 2025-02-20T17:13:07 HSBC Delays Net-Zero Goal by 20 Years, as US Financial Giants Walk Away From Climate Finance Coalition Evgenia Filimianova https://www.theepochtimes.com/world/hsbc-delays-net-zero-goal-by-20-years-as-us-financial-giants-walk-away-from-climate-finance-coalition-5813396 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2024/02/23/id5593617-GettyImages-476431906-1080x720.jpg US en HSBC has pushed back its goal of reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its operations and supply chain from 2030 to 2050. HSBC's decision comes amid mounting pressure on the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a coalition of banks committed to aligning their lending and investment portfolios with climate goals by 2050. "HSBC has pushed back its goal of reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its operations and supply chain from 2030 to 2050, citing slower-than-expected progress in the wider economy. In its The bank...[+4099 chars]" 2025-02-20T16:45:21 Europe's divided Parliament could nuke von der Leyen's plan to slash red tape https://www.politico.eu/article/europes-divided-parliament-could-nuke-von-der-leyens-plan-to-slash-red-tape https://www.politico.eu/cdn-cgi/image/width=1200,height=630,fit=crop,quality=80,onerror=redirect/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20/GettyImages-2196448778-scaled.jpg BE en The Commission will present the first of several 'omnibus' bills to simplify the bloc's green disclosure rules affecting businesses on Feb. 26. It's one of the first concrete legislative proposals in von der Leyen's second term as Commission president. The outcome will indicate the ease with which the Commission can implement its overall vision for reviving Europe's economy. "On Feb. 26, the Commission will present the first of several 'omnibus' bills to simplify the bloc's green disclosure rules affecting businesses. It's one of the first concrete legislative proposals in...[+1022 chars]" 2025-02-20T15:53:14 Wall Street is not capitulating on climate change Paul Tice https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/faith-freedom-self-reliance/3323750/wall-street-not-capitulating-climate-change https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/economic-stories-2024.webp US en There is a lot of activity going on in the area around the southern part of the U.S. and the northern part of Australia. There is a group of people looking for a place to go to a meeting. There are people from both the northern and southern parts of Australia looking for places to meet. Contrary to recent reports, woke is not yet broke on Wall Street, at least when it comes to the all-important sustainability problem of climate change. While many financial firms have adopted a lower ...[+4934 chars] 2025-02-20T15:19:09 Oil politics and community development: A note to Seplat Energy Etim Etim https://businessday.ng/opinion/article/oil-politics-and-community-development-a-note-to-seplat-energy https://cdn.businessday.ng/2021/05/SEPLAT-Energy.jpg NG en Seplat Energy Plc bought ExxonMobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited for $1.3 billion last year. Senator Udoma Udo-Udoma is the chairman of Seplat's board. Governor Umo Eno welcomes the company to Akwa Ibom State. He wants to see an affirmative action to ensure the employment of Akwa ibom people in all executive positions. Seplat Energy Plc, an indigenous oil and gas producer, is settling down to business in Akwa Ibom State with its successful acquisition of the assets and liabilities of ExxonMobil Producing Nigeria Unl...[+7168 chars] 2025-02-20T15:15:36 Sahara Group joins United Nations Global Compact, strengthening ESG commitment The Eagle Online https://theeagleonline.com.ng/sahara-group-joins-united-nations-global-compact-strengthening-esg-commitment https://theeagleonline.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Sahara-Group-1-e1603201765404.png NG en Sahara Group has joined the UN Global Compact initiative. It is a voluntary initiative for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices. It was launched in 2000 and is the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world with more than 20,000 companies based in over 160 countries and 60 Global Compact Networks. Leading global energy and infrastructure conglomerate, Sahara Group, on Thursday announced that it has joined the United Nations Global Compact initiative – a voluntary initiative for the development,...[+2164 chars] 2025-02-20T15:14:46 S2G Investments Grows Senior Leadership Team with Chief People Officer and Chief Compliance Officer Appointments PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/S2G_Investments_Grows_Senior_Leadership_Team_with_Chief_Peop https://i.ytimg.com/vi/d74vHvsACSs/0.jpg US en New leadership hires support S2G's rapid growth and commitment to operational excellence. The firm is a multi-stage investment firm focused on scaling solutions across food and agriculture. S2g Investments believes investing in its people is paramount to its success. "New leadership hires support S2G's rapid growth and commitment to operational excellenceCHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S2G Investments (""S2G""), a multi-stage investment firm focused on scaling...[+139 chars]" 2025-02-20T15:07:16 London Stock Exchange upgraded ahead of results as Trump win expected to help City AM https://www.business-live.co.uk/professional-services/banking-finance/london-stock-exchange-group-sees-31046439 https://i2-prod.gazettelive.co.uk/incoming/article14703873.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/LSE-merger-with-Deutsche-Borse.jpg GB en Analysts have raised their ratings for London Stock Exchange Group ahead of the company's full-year results scheduled for next week. RBC Capital Markets raised LSEG's price objective from 11,600p to an optimistic 12,500p. The stock has climbed over 32% in the past 12 months. Analysts have raised their ratings for London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) ahead of the company's full-year results scheduled for next week, with expectations that a new share buyback initiative might ...[+2875 chars] 2025-02-20T14:49:28 Not-for-profit appears to own Reform UK despite Farage's ‘democratisation' pledge Rowena Mason https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/feb/20/not-for-profit-appears-to-own-reform-uk-nigel-farage https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/f194848bbc084cad587549f4fe726db22aedd999/0_28_7911_4747/master/7911.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=2063101b4d32beceadf11aca9be0f7c6 GB en Nigel Farage has handed over Reform UK to its 200,000 members. The company that owns Reform now appears to be owned by a new not-for-profit company, Reform 2025, which has just two members and two directors: Farage and Zia Yusuf. The party's filings to Companies House says there is no person in overall control. "Nigel Farage has declared he has handed over Reform UK to its 200,000 members, but the party now appears to be owned by a not-for-profit company controlled by its leader and chair. Farage announced la...[+2822 chars]" 2025-02-20T14:28:49 EU to Simplify Regulations: Boost to AI Investment Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3272051-eu-to-simplify-regulations-boost-to-ai-investment https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/02_08_2024_22_08_31_3763663.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission is set to introduce at least five legislative initiatives this year aimed at spurring investment and simplifying regulations across Europe. These measures are part of a broader effort to enhance the bloc's global competitiveness. One of the proposed legislative packages will address overlaps among the EU's artificial intelligence act, digital services act and digital marketing act. The European Commission is set to introduce at least five legislative initiatives this year aimed at spurring investment and simplifying regulations across Europe, particularly in the areas of artific...[+772 chars] 2025-02-20T14:18:45 SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Investigation of SolarWinds Corporation (NYSE: ... Kaskela Law https://www.enidnews.com/region/shareholder-alert-kaskela-law-llc-announces-investigation-of-solarwinds-corporation-nyse/article_bbb121eb-61df-5694-81bb-e8c3f877a29e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating SolarWinds Corporation (NYSE: SWI) on behalf of the company's current shareholders. This page requires Javascript to be able to read premium content. It is recommended that you enable it in your browser settings. "PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating SolarWinds Corporation (NYSE: SWI) ('SolarWinds') on behalf of the company's current shareholders. Ad...[+2348 chars]" 2025-02-20T14:07:50 Spirit Blockchain Capital Announces $525,000 Commitment to Strategic Marketing, Branding, and Digital Fund Expansion Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/spirit-blockchain-capital-announces-525000-commitment-to-strategic-marketing-branding-and-digital-fund-expansion https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM2MTU0MyM2NzU5OTc5IzUwMDA3OTE4Mw== CA en Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. (CSE: SPIR) announces a $525,000 commitment to a strategic marketing and brand awareness initiative aimed at expanding market visibility, strengthening corporate positioning and accelerating the launch of its digital fund offerings. The initiative aligns with Spirit's broader vision of integrating blockchain-driven financial innovation into institutional and retail markets. "Article content Vancouver, Canada, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. (CSE: SPIR) ('Spirit' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce a $525,000 commitment to a strategic m...[+558 chars]" 2025-02-20T14:02:26 New Dial-In Information for Enviri Corporation Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results and ... Enviri https://www.eagletribune.com/region/new-dial-in-information-for-enviri-corporation-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-and/article_6d987e7d-f020-57c5-83be-1e8cc4f5ac15.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Enviri Corporation's conference call will be postponed until 9:15 a.m. ET. Listeners are advised to dial in approximately ten minutes prior to the call. The webcast will be archived on the Company's website if it's not available to listen to. "PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI) is issuing new dial-in information for today's conference call. The call will be postponed until 9:15 a.m. ET. Those who...[+429 chars]" 2025-02-20T14:00:00 New Dial-In Information for Enviri Corporation Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results and Conference Call Enviri https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dial-information-enviri-corporation-fourth-140000897.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/7c96d46117e195097c5a4c97cc771927 US en Today's conference call will be postponed until 9:15 a.m. ET. Listeners are advised to dial in approximately ten minutes prior to the call. The live call can be accessed using the below dial-in details: US: (800) 860-2442, International: (412) 858-4600. "PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI) is issuing new dial-in information for today's conference call. The call will be postponed until 9:15 a.m. ET. Those who...[+1346 chars]" 2025-02-20T14:00:00 Savaria Declares Monthly Dividend JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/savaria-declares-monthly-dividend/article_86c43098-b463-5c88-91f1-ed175622cdb9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en Savaria Corporation declares a dividend of 4.5 cents per common share. The dividend is payable on March 10, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 28, 2025. It is an eligible dividend within the meaning of the Income Tax Act. LAVAL, Québec, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Savaria Corporation ('Savaria') (TSX: SIS) a global leader in the accessibility industry, declared today a dividend of 4.5 cents ($0.045) per common sha...[+266 chars] 2025-02-20T14:00:00 Algoma Steel's health and safety chief departs after short stint David Helwig https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/manufacturing/algoma-steels-respected-health-and-safety-chief-leaves-the-mill-10256692 https://www.vmcdn.ca/f/files/sootoday/images/business/algoma-steel/glass-ceiling/erin-oliver.jpeg;w=1200;h=800;mode=crop CA en Erin Oliver is no longer with Algoma Steel. She was appointed vice-president – health and safety nine months ago. Oliver was inducted into OHS Canada's Hall of Fame. Fred Post, manager of environmental control, left the company last November after 13 years. "Just nine months after she was appointed to the newly created role of vice-president – health and safety at Algoma Steel, Erin Oliver is no longer with the company. "" I can confirm that Erin Oliver is...[+2198 chars]" 2025-02-20T13:44:27 Corre Energy plans to delist from Irish stock market RTÉ News https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2025/0220/1497872-corre-energy-plans-to-delist-from-irish-stock-market https://img.rasset.ie/001f1311-1600.jpg IE en Corre Energy plans to delist from the Irish stock market. The company will be posting a circular to shareholders next week. The Extraordinary General Meeting will take place in the Netherlands on 20 March. The delisting can only take place after 75% of shareholders approve the resolution. "Corre Energy has said it plans to delist from the Irish stock market. The company said it's proposing to drop its listing from Euronext Growth, adding that it will be posting a circular to shareholder...[+1482 chars]" 2025-02-20T13:42:38 CSG to Present at Citizens JMP's Technology Conference Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/csg-to-present-at-citizens-jmp-s-technology-conference/article_c9c36bfb-7309-54e2-8102-e0372cf32c0d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en CSG will present at Citizens JMP's Technology Conference at The Ritz Carlton, 600 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA on March 3, 2025. John Rea, CSG's Senior Vice President & Head of Finance, Investor Relations, Treasury, Insurance and ESG Reporting will be providing a high-level overview of the company. "DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 20, 2025-- CSG® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced that the company will present at Citizens JMP's Technology Conference at The Ritz Carlton, 600 Stockton Street, San Francisc...[+3153 chars]" 2025-02-20T13:33:05 SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Investigation of SolarWinds Corporation (NYSE: ... Kaskela Law https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/shareholder-alert-kaskela-law-llc-announces-investigation-of-solarwinds-corporation-nyse/article_043c2f2b-93e5-5ade-9c5e-28eb77d0ab28.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating SolarWinds Corporation (NYSE: SWI) on behalf of the company's current shareholders. Kaskela is a law firm based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.   Â . PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating SolarWinds Corporation (NYSE: SWI) ('SolarWinds') on behalf of the company's current shareholders. 2025-02-20T13:33:00 KPMG's US business removes diversity reports from its website after Trump onslaught Stephen Foley https://ftchinese.com/interactive/193572/en CN en KPMG US has pulled years of reports on its diversity, equity and inclusion programmes from its website. The accounting and consulting firm deleted the annual 'transparency reports' it has published since 2020 that described its effort to increase the representation of women and minorities at all levels of the organisation. The move came after Paul Knopp told employees that the firm would 'bring to a close' a programme called 'Accelerate 2025' under which it aimed to have half of its partners and managing directors from under-represented groups by this year. KPMG US has pulled years of reports on its diversity, equity and inclusion programmes from its website after becoming the latest professional services firm to scrap DEI goals in the wake of Donald Tru...[+568 chars] 2025-02-20T13:30:02 CSG to Present at Citizens JMP's Technology Conference Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/csg-to-present-at-citizens-jmp-s-technology-conference/article_be7dc594-2017-510a-95cc-c09ff8cfbad1.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en CSG will present at Citizens JMP's Technology Conference at The Ritz Carlton, 600 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA on March 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM PST. John Rea, CSG's Senior Vice President and Head of Finance, Investor Relations, Treasury, Insurance and ESG Reporting will present. CSG® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced that the company will present at Citizens JMP's Technology Conference at The Ritz Carlton, 600 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA. The presentation will be held at ...[+221 chars] 2025-02-20T13:24:49 Turkey's ruling party submits climate change bill to parliament Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/turkeys-ruling-party-submits-climate-change-bill-parliament-2025-02-20 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's ruling AK Party submitted a climate change-related bill to parliament. The bill envisages the establishment of a carbon market board and an emissions trading system, or ETS. It is aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with Turkey's commitment to become a net-zero economy by 2053. ANKARA, Feb 20 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's ruling AK Party submitted to parliament on Thursday a climate change-related bill envisaging the establishment of a carbon market board an...[+992 chars] 2025-02-20T13:23:04 Turkey's Bold Move: Emissions Trading System Launched Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3271937-turkeys-bold-move-emissions-trading-system-launched https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/19_07_2024_11_48_51_4051981.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Turkey's ruling AK Party has introduced a bill in parliament focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions using market-based mechanisms. The newly proposed carbon market board and an emissions trading system seeks to help Turkey honor its commitment to achieving a net-zero emission economy by the year 2053. "In a significant step towards addressing climate change, Turkey's ruling AK Party has introduced a bill in parliament focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions using market-based mechanisms. The ne...[+645 chars]" 2025-02-20T13:00:00 TGT INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz and Grossman, LLC Announces that Target Corporation Shareholders Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit! PRESS RELEASE ACCESS NEWSWIRE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/tgt-investor-alert-bronstein-gewirtz-and-grossman-llc-announces-that-target-corporation-shareholders-have-opportunity-to-lead-class-action-lawsuit-1034385259 https://app.accessnewswire.com/imagelibrary/e048dfe1-8431-459f-92cc-4eb19549bd52/978673/image.png US en Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) and certain of its officers. The lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws between August 26, 2022 and November 19, 2024. The Complaint alleges that the Defendants misled investors by making false and misleading statements about Target's Environmental, Social and Governance and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion mandates. NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 20, 2025 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Ta...[+2732 chars] 2025-02-20T12:49:59 EU publishes farming sector reform 'vision' which aims to cut red tape Naharnet Newsdesk https://www.naharnet.com/stories/en/311124-eu-publishes-farming-sector-reform-vision-which-aims-to-cut-red-tape http://images3.naharnet.com/images/266586/w140.jpg?1740055840 LB en The European Union's executive proposes a vision for the future of farming and food production. The annual budget of some 50 billion euros should be spread more equitably. Around 80% of subsidies go to the richest 20% of the agrobusiness. The Commission will publish a legislative package to simplify current rules for the agricultural sector to reduce administrative burden for farmers. "by Naharnet Newsdesk 20 February 2025, 14:49 The European Union's executive on Wednesday heeded the call of activist agricultural organizations and the complaints of hard-right parties by proposing a ...[+3281 chars]" 2025-02-20T12:48:31 Carbon Check Achieves Historic Accreditation Under UN's Paris Agreement Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3271872-carbon-check-achieves-historic-accreditation-under-uns-paris-agreement https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_18_29_44_9544197.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Carbon Check (India) has become the first globally recognized Designated Operational Entity accredited under Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement. This accreditation highlights Carbon Check's pivotal role in the carbon markets. It aligns with India's advocacy for effective carbon markets and strengthens its position in climate governance. Carbon Check (India) has marked a groundbreaking achievement as it becomes the first globally recognized Designated Operational Entity (DOE) accredited under Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement. This a...[+842 chars] 2025-02-20T12:36:56 Land Betterment and Land Betterment Exchange ($LBX.X) Launch Crypto Token, the First Industrial Environmentalist Platform https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/jobs-and-careers-7a591c37a8d8d67e91372548b9618c2f https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/19937a1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/266x150+0+30/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F07%2Ff8%2F00379439ea8b5047992776215728%2F75c177c8cd4c128a6af8b6932868d089 US en $LBX.X offers a positive financial incentive to work with both industrialists and environmentalists to clean up the environment and drive communities forward. The Land Betterment Exchange is traded on DEXSCREENER with future token issuances earned by participants applying through the established token issuance process. "$LBX.X offers a positive financial incentive to work with both industrialists and environmentalists to clean up the environment and drive communities forward FISHERS, IN / ACCESS Newswire / February 2...[+4380 chars]" 2025-02-20T12:19:00 ES Sunlogy Aims To Grow Solar Energy Portfolio Via Participation In RE Initiatives BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2394446 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/569b0fee9a740f5113ffa69de8cec69067b6ad1de1842 MY en ES Sunlogy Bhd made its debut on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia at 30.5 sen, a premium of half-a-sen over its IPO price of 30 sen. 26.05 million shares were traded. Of the RM42 million raised through its IPO, RM14.1 million will be used for developing and constructing the Selarong large-scale solar photovoltaic plant, expected to be commercialised in December. KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- ES Sunlogy Bhd aims to expand its portfolio in the solar energy sector via participation in renewable energy (RE) initiatives such as the large-scale solar 5 programm...[+1553 chars] 2025-02-20T12:02:06 EnviroGold Global Closes First Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/envirogold-global-closes-first-tranche-of-non-brokered-private-placement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM2MTU5OSM2NzYwMTE2IzIwODk1NTU= CA en The Offering is subject to the receipt of all required regulatory approval, including acceptance of the CSE. All securities issued in connection with the Offering will be subject to a hold period of four months and one day from the date of issuance. The Company expects to complete an additional closing or closings on or prior to February 27, 2025. "Article content David Cam, Chief Executive Officer of EnviroGold, stated, 'The growing investor interest in EnviroGold along with the first closing this Offering has allowed the Company to reduce its ...[+673 chars]" 2025-02-20T12:02:06 EnviroGold Global Closes First Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/envirogold-global-closes-first-tranche-of-non-brokered-private-placement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM2MTU5OSM2NzYwMTE2IzIwODk1NTU= CA en EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) has closed the first tranche of a non-brokered private placement of units for gross proceeds of CDN $ 3,682,595.1. TORONTO, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and tai...[+328 chars] 2025-02-20T12:01:59 Southern Cross to Attend BMO, MIF AND PDAC Conferences ACCESS Newswire https://www.weatherforddemocrat.com/texas/news/southern-cross-to-attend-bmo-mif-and-pdac-conferences/article_b6f0a9f2-ab5d-5eb8-9276-f54b8da344cd.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/weatherforddemocrat.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/b6/5b685578-c9af-5373-8dd7-f4ac61e92262/67b71a5761025.image.jpg?crop=241%2C241%2C131%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. will participate in several mining investment conferences in Miami and Toronto through late February and early March 2025. The Company will be attending the following events: Miami, Toronto and Frankfurt/Frankfurt. The conference dates are between February and March 2019. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. (""SXGC"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:SXGC)(ASX:SX2)(OTC PINK:MWSNF)(Frankfurt:MV3.F) is pleased to announce its participation in severa...[+136 chars]" 2025-02-20T12:00:00 EnviroGold Global Closes First Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement Globe Newswire https://www.niagarafallsreview.ca/globenewswire/envirogold-global-closes-first-tranche-of-non-brokered-private-placement/article_9a7e1a22-ca6d-5961-9597-e1d89d830293.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/niagarafallsreview.ca/content/tncms/custom/image/9fcbe4ea-fbf7-11ed-9e0b-cba600666d7c.png?resize=600%2C600 CA en EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) has closed the first tranche of a non-brokered private placement of units for gross proceeds of CDN $ 3,682,595.1. The Company issued 36,825,951 Units at a price of $0.10 per Unit. TORONTO, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and tai...[+759 chars] 2025-02-20T11:51:56 Trade bodies urge European Commission not to water down CSRD and CSDDD regulations https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409803/trade-bodies-urge-european-commission-water-csrd-csddd-regulations https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/9868d14/a5ccb510-54ff-41c7-bb7b-5eebe179d80f/3/eu-council-679-419-370x229.jpg GB en The European Commission has this week faced fresh calls not to water down high-profile sustainability rules under the the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainable Development Directive (CDSD). The Commission has to act on the CSRD and CDSD. The European Commission has this week faced fresh calls not to water down high-profile sustainability rules under the the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainabili...[+5 chars] 2025-02-20T11:50:29 European Commission proposes InvestEU guarantee boost, draft document shows Kate Abnett https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/european-commission-proposes-investeu-guarantee-boost-draft-document-shows-2025-02-20 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/DKTUQK5OYNPKZEQI4LSJOLO7D4.jpg?auth=17463eee05687e2380ccd93a8be34ce6c59b90d69be687c653d7c020dd179f27&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The European Commission proposes to increase the guarantee provided through InvestEU by 2.5 billion euros. It hopes to mobilise an extra 25 billion euros in public and private investment. The Commission also proposes to reduce the sustainable finance reporting burden on companies, amid concerns about the bloc's competitiveness. LONDON, Feb 20 (Reuters) - The European Commission is proposing to provide more support to companies to invest sustainably and make it easier for them to access the money, a draft document seen by Reu...[+1205 chars] 2025-02-20T11:32:00 ZEE Entertainment achieves ESG score of 44 in S&P Global Assessment ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/zee-entertainment-achieves-esg-score-of-44-in-sp-global-assessment/articleshow/118411827.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118411799,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-487637,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en ZEE has achieved an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) score of 44 in the annual S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). The company saw a 16-point improvement from 2023, placing it in the 93rd percentile within the global Media, Movies & Entertainment industry. "ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEE), a leading media and entertainment company, has achieved an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) score of 44 in the annual S&P Global Corporate Sustaina...[+2046 chars]" 2025-02-20T11:16:54 Vontobel Holding Ltd. Sells 5,209 Shares of CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSGP) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/20/vontobel-holding-ltd-sells-5209-shares-of-costar-group-inc-nasdaqcsgp.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/costar-group-inc-logo-1200x675.png?v=20240125103046&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Vontobel Holding Ltd. reduced its stake in CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSGP) by 39.2% in the 4th quarter. The institutional investor owned 8,080 shares of the technology company's stock after selling 5,209 shares during the quarter. Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Vontobel Holding Ltd. reduced its stake in CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSGP ) by 39.2% in the 4th quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The institutional investor owned 8,080 shares of the technology compa...[+5342 chars] 2025-02-20T11:00:27 Is Exelon Corporation's (NASDAQ:EXC) 9.1% ROE Strong Compared To Its Industry? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exelon-corporations-nasdaq-exc-9-110027199.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/88fedce06307b8d0a5a6b7fe29a1be66 US en Exelon Corporation has a 9.1% return on equity of US$2.5b based on the trailing twelve months to December 2024. The company earns a profit of $0.09 for every $1 of shareholder's money invested. Exelon uses a lot of debt to boost its ROE. It has a high debt to equity ratio. Many investors are still learning about the various metrics that can be useful when analysing a stock. This article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE). By way of learnin...[+3774 chars] 2025-02-20T10:29:34 BP investors demand vote on any plans to scrap climate goals Alex Daniel https://www.insider.co.uk/news/bp-investors-demand-vote-any-34715095 https://i2-prod.dailyrecord.co.uk/incoming/article12429874.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/bpgetty.jpg GB en Nearly 50 major investors in BP want to vote on potential plans to scrap its climate goals. BP is holding a strategy meeting next week. It is expected to focus on oil and gas production in a bid to boost its share price and profit. The group of investors includes Scottish Widows, Hargreaves Lansdown, Royal London Asset Management, Rathbones Investment Management, Local Authority Pension Fund Forum and University Pension Plan. "We have more newsletters Thank you for subscribing! Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Sign up to The Climate Agenda - the one-st...[+2895 chars]" 2025-02-20T10:28:00 Southwest caves further to Elliott Exclusive partner Honeywell https://www.flightglobal.com/southwest-caves-further-to-elliott/161897.article https://d3lcr32v2pp4l1.cloudfront.net/Pictures/1024x536/1/6/1/108161_201008phx_internationalprint002source_583957.jpg GB en Elliott Investment Management has been granted permission to own a greater share of the company's outstanding stock. The agreement's current terms will expire after Southwest's investor day in 2026. Elliott has used its minority stake to push for an overhaul of Southwest's board of directors, the departure of Gary Kelly and strategic and operational changes. "Southwest Airlines is caving further to pressure from minority stakeholder Elliott Investment Management, which has been granted permission to own a greater share of the company's outstanding stock. T...[+1287 chars]" 2025-02-20T10:06:10 Unprecedented Budget postponement, what's next? Mayibongwe Maqhina https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/unprecedented-budget-postponement-whats-next-578e6b18-6621-49a6-96eb-91df6868ebc8 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Finance-Minister-Enoch-Godongwana-did-not-get-to-deliver-the-Budget-speech-on-Wednesday-due-disagreement-over-the-planned-2-VAT-increase-among-GNU-partners-Picture-Phando-Jikelo-African-News-Agency-ANA?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/736baaf990d0c76f133b07debacaa9a6fd3740ac/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x2&resize=2000x1125 ZA en GNU partners rejected a reported 2% VAT increase that Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana was due to table yesterday, which caused the postponement of the 2025 Budget speech. The return date set for March 12. President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured citizens that a re-hashed budget would be user-friendly for all and kind to those living below the bread-line. GNU partners dug-in their heels and rejected a reported 2% VAT increase that Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana was due to table yesterday, which caused an unprecedented postponement of the 2025 Budget...[+6091 chars] 2025-02-20T10:05:27 Endress+Hauser maintains Gold status in key sustainability rating https://tradearabia.com/news/OGN_431102.html https://tradearabia.com/source/2025/02/20/endressgold2.jpg?01:00:50pm BH en Endress+Hauser has maintained its Gold status in the EcoVadis sustainability rating. The assessment is based on several criteria relating to the environment, labour, human rights and ethics. It is also a valuable tool for the group's customers and suppliers. The group has improved its sustainability performance in all areas since last year. Endress+Hauser, a global leader in measurement and automation technology for process and laboratory applications, has maintained its Gold status, achieving 78 out of 100 points, in the EcoVadis sustai...[+2534 chars] 2025-02-20T09:57:16 Ítrekun frá Kauphöllinni vegna athugunarmerkingar Play https://www.mbl.is/vidskipti/frettir/2025/02/20/itrekun_fra_kauphollinni_vegna_athugunarmerkingar_p https://c.arvakur.is/m2/E_VkyHYmXYzH0SvrzMqvwtMYbjs=/1640x1093/smart/frimg/1/15/15/1151556.jpg IS en Kauphöllin hefur sent formlega tilkynningu to Tilkynning Kauphallar. The company has incurred a net loss of USD 66.013 thousand during the year ended December 31, 2024. There is uncertainty that may cast doubt on the Company's ability to continue as a going concern. Kauphöllin hefur sent formlega tilkynningu þar sem hún ítrekar að tilgangurinn með athugunarmerkingum sé að gera markaðnum viðvart um að sérstakar aðstæður séu fyrir hendi er varða útgefandann eða hlu...[+1871 chars] 2025-02-20T09:48:38 Tewkesbury environmental company appoints non-executive director Hannah Baker https://www.business-live.co.uk/economic-development/tewkesbury-environmental-company-appoints-non-31042614 https://i2-prod.business-live.co.uk/incoming/article31042708.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_BRIHB_200225-cleaner-safer-groupJPG.jpg GB en "Michelle Yang Osorio has been appointed a non-executive director at Cleaner Safer Group. She will work with the senior leadership team and executive board, providing guidance on strategy. Ms Osorio will offer ""expert direction and innovation"" to drive product and contract growth. She has worked for organisations such as RAC, BT, Openreach and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport." Gloucestershire environmental company Cleaner Safer Group has appointed a new non-executive director. Michelle Yang Osorio will work with the wider senior leadership team and executive board, providin...[+2160 chars] 2025-02-20T09:46:28 Micronised Waxes of the Future: Sasol Chemicals Sets New Standards for CO2 Reduction in Inks, Paints and Coatings Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/micronised-waxes-of-the-future-sasol-chemicals-sets-new-standards-for-co2-reduction-in-inks/article_7992097a-7451-5796-870a-22f2043194a7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/d5/ad529d93-02be-5297-b596-854ae9101c59/67b6f6e04bebf.image.jpg?crop=1150%2C604%2C0%2C25 US en Sasol Chemicals expands its product line of micronised waxes with SASOLWAX LC Spray 30 G and LC spray 30 G-EF. This milestone was achieved through optimisations in the Gas-to-Liquid (GTL) Fischer-Tropsch (FT) production process. "JOHANNESBURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 20, 2025-- Sasol Chemicals expands its product line of micronised waxes with SASOLWAX LC Spray 30 G and LC Spray 30 G-EF – solutions with a 32% lower Product Carbon ...[+4639 chars]" 2025-02-20T09:30:22 Micronised Waxes of the Future: Sasol Chemicals Sets New Standards for CO2 Reduction in Inks, Paints and Coatings Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/micronised-waxes-of-the-future-sasol-chemicals-sets-new-standards-for-co2-reduction-in-inks/article_824a473b-0823-53c4-bded-4cb61b394824.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/e/12/e12e79a4-6ba1-5d30-b5a4-e9e9d6d475d3/67b704f78743d.image.jpg?crop=1150%2C604%2C0%2C25 US en Sasol Chemicals expands its product line of micronised waxes with SASOLWAX LC Spray 30 G and LC spray 30 G-EF. The new products have a 32% lower Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) compared to the market-leading products. "JOHANNESBURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 20, 2025-- Sasol Chemicals expands its product line of micronised waxes with SASOLWAX LC Spray 30 G and LC Spray 30 G-EF – solutions with a 32% lower Product Carbon ...[+208 chars]" 2025-02-20T09:03:06 PUMA's Sustainability Efforts for Climate, Water Security and Forests Receive 'Leadership Level' Scores From CDP Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/pumas-sustainability-efforts-for-climate-water-security-and-forests-receive-leadership-level-scores-from-cdp https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250220266815r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en PUMA joined the Leather Working Group's and Textile Exchange's call to action to source all bovine leather from deforestation-free supply chains by 2030 or earlier. Almost all tanneries used for PUMA's leather products have been certified. In 2023 99.4% of paper and cardboard was either FSC-certified and/or recycled. PUMA has a target of cutting its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% and by 33%. "Article content To ensure that the leather used for its products does not cause deforestation, PUMA joined the Leather Working Group's and Textile Exchange's call to action to source all bovine leathe...[+658 chars]" 2025-02-20T09:03:06 PUMA's Sustainability Efforts for Climate, Water Security and Forests Receive 'Leadership Level' Scores From CDP Business Wire https://www.saultstar.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/pumas-sustainability-efforts-for-climate-water-security-and-forests-receive-leadership-level-scores-from-cdp https://mms.businesswire.com/media/20250220266815/en/247912/3/no1_logo.jpg CA en Sports company PUMA has received improved scores for its sustainability efforts regarding water security and forests and maintained a top score for its climate policy in the latest ratings by global environmental non-profit CDP. PUMA is one of the world's leading sports brands, designing, developing, selling and marketing footwear, apparel and accessories for more than 75 years. "Published Feb 20, 2025 • 2 minute read HERZOGENAURACH, Germany — Sports company PUMA has received strongly improved scores for its sustainability efforts regarding water security and forests and maint...[+3473 chars]" 2025-02-20T08:52:57 US Vegan Climate ETF (NYSEARCA:VEGN) Trading 0.3% Higher – Should You Buy? Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/20/us-vegan-climate-etf-nysearcavegn-trading-0-3-higher-should-you-buy.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/us-vegan-climate-etf-logo-1200x675.png?v=20220616161908&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en US Vegan Climate ETF's share price rose 0.3% on Wednesday. The stock traded as high as $56.00 and last traded at $56,00. The company's 50-day simple moving average is $54.81 and its 200-day moving average is $52.68. Kingswood Wealth Advisors LLC owned approximately 1.01% of US Vegan ClimateETF at the end of the most recent quarter. US Vegan Climate ETF (NYSEARCA:VEGN )'s share price rose 0.3% on Wednesday . The stock traded as high as $56.00 and last traded at $56.00. Approximately 3,573 shares changed hands during mid-day tradi...[+1102 chars] 2025-02-20T08:48:57 Blue Trust Inc. Sells 4,541 Shares of Exelon Co. (NASDAQ:EXC) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/20/blue-trust-inc-sells-4541-shares-of-exelon-co-nasdaqexc.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exelon-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20231031132037&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Blue Trust Inc. lessened its holdings in Exelon Co. (NASDAQ:EXC) by 42.2% in the fourth quarter. The firm owned 6,222 shares of the company's stock after selling 4,541 shares during the quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC bought a new position in shares of exelon during the third quarter worth $1,048,823,000. State Street Corp bought 2,156,259 shares. FMR LLC bought 1,858,502 shares. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. bought 123,466 shares. Blue Trust Inc. lessened its holdings in Exelon Co. (NASDAQ:EXC ) by 42.2% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 6,222 shares ...[+5337 chars] 2025-02-20T08:48:50 CoStar Group (NASDAQ:CSGP) Given New $87.00 Price Target at JPMorgan Chase & Co. Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/20/costar-group-nasdaqcsgp-given-new-87-00-price-target-at-jpmorgan-chase-co.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/costar-group-inc-logo.png?v=20240125103046&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en JPMorgan Chase & Co. reduced the target price on CoStar Group from $99.00 to $87.00. Needham & Company LLC lowered their target price and set a 'buy' rating on the stock. The company has a consensus rating of 'Moderate Buy' and an average target price of $88.15. CoStar Group (NASDAQ:CSGP ) had its target price reduced by JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $99.00 to $87.00 in a report issued on Wednesday morning,Benzinga reports. JPMorgan Chase & Co. currently has an o...[+4950 chars] 2025-02-20T08:34:51 Killing ASX diversity rules should be start of governance reset The AFR View https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/killing-asx-diversity-rules-should-be-start-of-governance-reset-20250220-p5ldqg https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.7936%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_80/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/c449f6024aa6e5ee5ce187d8f356c8c50f0ccf89 AU en The ASX Corporate Governance Council's proposed board diversity reporting rules for listed companies were killed off on Thursday. Business, investor, and superannuation fund members have been split over the controversial draft fifth edition of the ASX's corporate governance principles. The draft recommended requiring companies to disclose the personal characteristics of directors beyond gender such as sexuality, age, Indigenous heritage and disability. "The ASX Corporate Governance Council's proposed board diversity reporting rules for listed companies were finally killed off on Thursday. As The Australian Financial Review revealed last June, the cou...[+333 chars]" 2025-02-20T08:10:18 포스코그룹, 글로벌 스탠다드에 부합하는 인권경영 선언 http://breaknews.com/1094207 http://dk.breaknews.com/imgdata/dk_breaknews_com/202502/2025022010025599.jpg KR en There are 20 documents in this article. the content of the article is based on the following:  “ ”“”, ““, ”, “, ” and "【브레이크뉴스 포항】박영재 기자=포스코그룹이 20일 서울 포스코센터에서 '그룹 인권경영 선언문'을 선포하고, 글로벌 스탠다드 수준의 체계화된 인권경영을 통해 그룹 사업 및 이해관계자들의 인권 보호에 앞장설 것을 다짐했다. ▲ 포스코그룹, 글로벌 스탠다드에 부합하는 인권경영 선언 (C) 포스코 이번 선언은 그룹 차원에서 보다 강화된 인권경영 체계를 수립하고,...[+3903 chars]" 2025-02-20T08:10:16 Asia-Pacific office market overhaul; investors cash in as companies flee outdated buildings for ESG-friendly spaces Gemma Iso https://theindependent.sg/asia-pacific-office-market-overhaul-investors-cash-in-as-companies-flee-outdated-buildings-for-esg-friendly-spaces https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2865.jpg SG en Asia-Pacific's office sector is positioned for a significant surge in value-added investment opportunities, according to Knight Frank's latest outlook report. The office sector continues to lead the real estate investment, posting a 16% increase in investment volume year-on-year. Alternative real estate sectors, such as data centres and industrial assets are also drawing significant investor interest. ASIA-PACIFIC: Asia-Pacific's office sector is positioned for a significant surge in value-added investment opportunities, according to Knight Frank's latest outlook report featured in a Real Estate As...[+3568 chars] 2025-02-20T07:47:45 VIG, VOX: 2 Funds to Consider as Vanguard Becomes the King of ETFs Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/vig-vox-2-funds-to-consider-as-vanguard-becomes-the-king-of-etfs-1034384008 https://blog.tipranks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-859.png?utm_source=markets.businessinsider.com&utm_medium=referral US en Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF (VOO) overtook State Street's SPY to become the world's largest exchange-traded fund (ETF) on Tuesday. With an expense ratio of just 0.03%, VOO attracted fee-sensitive investors seeking exposure to the S-P 500 Index (SPX). The VOO has $4.93 billion in assets under management (AUM) and a 0.09% expense ratio. The VIG Dividend Appreciation ETF has $90.28 billion in AUM and a 7.5% return over the past six months. VIG has a Moderate Buy consensus rating based on 71 Buys, In a major shift within the exchange-traded funds (ETFs), Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF (VOO) overtook State Street's (STT) SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) on Tuesday to become the world's largest ETF. With an expens...[+2705 chars] 2025-02-20T07:14:30 The EU is lagging behind on climate targets Nachrichten https://www.krone.at/3697439 https://imgl.krone.at/scaled/3697434/vd8ea66/og_image.jpg AT en EA takes a closer look at the EU Commission's so-called 8th Environmental Action Program (EAP) which was adopted in 2022 and sets out the framework conditions for EU environmental policy until 2030. The assessment shows that good progress has been made, particularly in reducing air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. In other areas, there is a need to catch up. Despite steady progress in some key areas, the Copenhagen-based agency warns that more resolute measures are needed, for example for a circular economy, in the fight against species extinction and to ...[+904 chars] 2025-02-20T07:00:00 South Africa nears greylist exit as key deficiencies resolved Banele Ginindza https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/economy/south-africa-nears-greylist-exit-as-key-deficiencies-resolved-c78c9aec-4dcf-4feb-a3f1-77fa03bfbcc1 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/The-Department-of-Trade-and-Industry-campus-in-Hatfield-Pretoria-where-the-Companies-and-Intellectual-Property-Commission-CIPC-is-located-Picture-Supplied?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/d972fd5f0ee9143e47318f2126e7278fb115472c/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x104&resize=2000x1125 ZA en South Africa was grey listed in February 2023 and has been focused on implementing reforms to get of the list. CIPC Commissioner Rory Voller said the current conference ongoing in Paris would likely make a pronouncement about South Africa's greylisting in the next couple of days. South Africa is making headway to be removed from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist, the Companies Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) told the Portfolio Committee on Trade and Indus...[+5951 chars] 2025-02-20T06:51:53 Failed diversity push triggers demands for ASX governance overhaul Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/failed-diversity-push-triggers-demands-for-asx-governance-overhaul-20250220-p5ldrf https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.205%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_246%2C$y_5/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/a5e7d7b9a22e109419d6f72fc58477083b5a50ca AU en Key business and shareholder groups want an independent review of the way the ASX comes up with governance rules for listed companies. Wesfarmers chief executive Rob Scott is pleased with the decision to scrap the diversity plans that would have required directors to report personal details. He thinks the proposed guidelines went a bit too far. Key business and shareholder groups want an independent review of the way the ASX comes up with governance rules for listed companies after an irrevocable split among members scuttled diversity plans ...[+283 chars] 2025-02-20T06:13:00 War on Woke Banking Risks Backfiring in New Zealand Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/war-on-woke-banking-risks-backfiring-in-new-1411501 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fuploads%2F1412533519888a485b488%2Fbb9f9777%3Fixid%3DMXwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHw%253D%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1350%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en "Coalition partner NZ First wants to introduce a bill that would prevent ""woke ideology"" in the banking sector. Martien Lubberink argues that the current trend towards populist banking policies is not confined to New Zealand. Global trend towards financial institutions aligning their lending practices with environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria is not a good idea." "It would be hard to think of an industry less obviously ""woke"" than banking, but that's how coalition partner NZ First has characterised certain practices within the finance sector. Martien Lubberink ...[+6122 chars]" 2025-02-20T06:05:06 The Diversity Gap in 2025: Why CEOs Are Missing the Mark https://tnj.com/why-ceos-are-missing-the-mark-on-diversity https://cms.tnj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1ddbafcb-d9d6-4cea-9851-c116ca51dceb.webp US en Diversity and inclusion are buzzwords in corporate world, but as of October 2023, there are more empty claims made than changed policies. Just 20% of Fortune 500 firms have meaningful levels of diversity in their leadership ranks, according to a 2025 report from the Global Diversity Institute. Leadership commitment is one of the greatest barriers to diversity. Business leaders should take decisive and active steps toward diversity. Diversity and inclusion are buzzwords in corporate territory in recent times. The corporate world has had its fair share of talk about establishing diverse workplaces, but as of October 2023, there ar...[+4953 chars] 2025-02-20T06:00:00 Sibanye-Stillwater: strong PGM performance offsets gold decline Tawanda Karombo https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/economy/sibanye-stillwater-strong-pgm-performance-offsets-gold-decline-f886a7c8-66a8-48af-92b8-98801e430142 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Sibanye-Stillwater-s-Beatrix-mine-in-the-Free-State-Picture-Independent-Newspapers?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5684a5078671daec73b343c88291e3a9e52cce15/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x103&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Sibanye-Stillwater expects to narrow its full year losses for 2024 on the back of an improvement in impairments and an increase in net gains on financial instruments. The company said Wednesday that losses per share for the year to December 2024 were likely to be between 245 South African cents and 271c per share. This improvement has been attributed to a profit realised in the second half of the year. The full year earnings per share are expected to be positive at between 63c and 67c. Sibanye-Stillwater expects to narrow down its full year losses for 2024 on the back of an improvement in impairments and an increase in net gains on financial instruments after platinum group metal (P...[+4584 chars] 2025-02-20T06:00:00 Haelixa Appoints Marwa Zamaray to Advisory Board Ein News http://agriculture.einnews.com/pr_news/787362444/haelixa-appoints-marwa-zamaray-to-advisory-board https://img.einnews.com/ampsize/837849/marwa-zamaray.png UA en Marwa Zamaray has been appointed to Haelixa's Advisory Board to drive supply chain transparency and tackle traceability in fashion. She has worked for Tommy Hilfiger (PVH), Zara (Inditex), as well as value chain partners and solution providers across the industry. Marwa is a recognised ESG advocate and European Climate Pact Ambassador. "Marwa Zamaray Haelixa welcomes ESG expert Marwa Zamaray to its Advisory Board to drive supply chain transparency and tackle traceability in fashion. I am excited to bring my expertise to support Haeli...[+2314 chars]" 2025-02-20T05:44:21 KPMG pulls DEI reports from website after Trump pressure Stephen Foley https://www.afr.com/world/north-america/kpmg-pulls-dei-reports-from-website-after-trump-pressure-20250220-p5ldpo https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.2648%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_11/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/ef560f84ad02cac24dee5210621ceb787241e7bf AU en KPMG US has deleted years of reports on its diversity, equity and inclusion programmes from its website. The accounting and consulting firm deleted the annual 'transparency reports' it has published since 2020 that described its effort to increase the representation of women and minorities at all levels of the organisation. New York | KPMG US has pulled years of reports on its diversity, equity and inclusion programmes from its website after becoming the latest professional services firm to scrap DEI goals following Dona...[+250 chars] 2025-02-20T05:42:21 African School Of Governance To Take Off In Nigeria With 100 Students Leadership https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4132953/african-school-of-governance-to-take-off-in-nigeria-with-100-students.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The African School of Governance is set to welcome its first cohort of students in September 2025 with Professor Kingsley Moghalu as its inaugural president. It is a Pan-African Graduate Institution that is poised to bring about trans-generational change in mindset and impart knowledge. The African School of Governance (ASG), a Pan-African Graduate Institution that is poised to bring about trans-generational change in mindset and impart knowledge that will tackle the problems of lead...[+196 chars] 2025-02-20T05:40:00 SEC gives Softlogic more time to address Auditor's ‘going concern' emphasis https://www.ft.lk/front-page/SEC-gives-Softlogic-more-time-to-address-Auditor-s-going-concern-emphasis/44-773288 https://www.ft.lk/assets/images/img/ft_logo.png LK en Softlogic Holdings PLC has been given more time to address the 'going concern' emphasis by the independent Auditor's Report for FY22. The SEC has granted a deferment for the suspension of trading of shares that was due to take place with effect from 3 March 2025. The company's shares were transferred to the Watch List on 28 November 2024. "The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has given Softlogic Holdings PLC more time to address the 'going concern' emphasis by the independent Auditor's Report for FY22. In a filing to the Colombo...[+1928 chars]" 2025-02-20T05:38:21 Global investors wary of Irish firms' sustainability claims, says PwC The Irish Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/Global_investors_wary_of_Irish_firms_sustainability_claims_s https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/[] US en International investors believe Irish businesses are making unsupported claims about their sustainability credentials and want more detail in corporate reports. PwC's latest global investor survey is based on its latest global survey. .   for more details on the report, please visit: http://www.pwc.com/investor-survey/says-the-worldwide-investor survey. A majority of international investors believe Irish businesses are making unsupported claims about their sustainability credentials and want more detail in corporate reports, a new report has highligh...[+40 chars] 2025-02-20T05:30:00 Global investors wary of Irish firms' sustainability claims, says PwC Ian Curran https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/02/20/global-investors-wary-of-irish-firms-sustainability-claims-says-pwc https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/O5UMKUYECNGHDIQRZLERGA76SE.jpg?smart=true&auth=fedd51255db661821bbf6af18fecf42146f1231c4b51b51559a6288bd218efef&width=1200&height=630 IE en PwC's latest global investor survey was based on a poll of more than 345 investment professionals globally including 32 in Ireland. Two-thirds of foreign investors in Irish companies believe sustainability targets should be included in executive pay agreements. 75 per cent of global investors in companies in the Republic are wary of the details included in corporate reports about sustainability. 60 per cent would like sustainability targets to be taken into account in the executive pay agreement. A majority of international investors believe Irish businesses are making unsupported claims about their sustainability credentials and want more detail in corporate reports, a new report has highligh...[+1935 chars] 2025-02-20T05:29:59 Suzuki's Strategic Drive: Reinventing India's Auto Landscape Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3271255-suzukis-strategic-drive-reinventing-indias-auto-landscape https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/04_07_2024_06_35_11_432962.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Suzuki Motor Corporation is gearing up to reclaim its dominance in the Indian automobile market with bold strategies for expansion and innovation. The company intends to enhance its SUV and MPV offerings to capture 50% of the market share by FY2030. Suzuki will expand operations in the Middle East and Africa, leveraging India as a production and export hub. Suzuki is committed to becoming a frontrunner in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) by introducing a robust lineup starting with the newly unveiled e VITARA. Suzuki Motor Corporation is gearing up to reclaim its dominance in the Indian automobile market with bold strategies for expansion and innovation. The company intends to enhance its SUV and MPV offeri...[+863 chars] 2025-02-20T05:05:40 LG Earns 'Top 1%' Sustainability Ranking From S&p Global For Second Consecutive Year https://www.albawaba.com/business/pr/lg-earns-%E2%80%9Ctop-1%E2%80%9D-sustainability-ranking-1600102 https://www.albawaba.com/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2025-02/SPGlobal_Yearbook_Emblem_2025_Top1_color_1200x1200.png?itok=DmUiNf-c JO en LG Electronics (LG) has once again secured a 'Top 1%' ranking in S&P Global's Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). It is the second consecutive year LG has received this distinction. LG's consistent performance reflects its commitment to responsible environmental, social and governance (ESG) management. LG became the first home appliance company in South Korea to have its corporate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). LG Electronics (LG) has once again secured a 'Top 1%' ranking in S&P Global's Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), marking the second consecutive year it has received this distinction. Scoring 7...[+3557 chars] 2025-02-20T04:00:41 Q&A with Satya Nadella on Microsoft's AGI plan, the quantum breakthrough with Majorana 1, how Muse will change gaming, AI's legal barriers, AI safety, and more (Dwarkesh Patel/Dwarkesh Podcast) Techmeme https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4132302/qa-with-satya-nadella-on-microsofts-agi-plan-the-quantum-breakthrough-with-major.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Dwarkesh Patel and Satya Nadella talk about Microsoft's AGI plan, the quantum breakthrough with Majorana 1, how Muse will change gaming, AI's legal barriers, AI safety and more. Satya believes in 10% economic growth is the real benchmark for growth. Dwarkesh Patel / Dwarkesh Podcast:Q&A with Satya Nadella on Microsoft's AGI plan, the quantum breakthrough with Majorana 1, how Muse will change gaming, AI's legal barriers, AI safety, and moreAGI is ...[+164 chars] 2025-02-20T03:46:28 Diversified Energy Announces Pricing of Offering of Ordinary Shares Diversified Energy Plc https://www.enidnews.com/region/diversified-energy-announces-pricing-of-offering-of-ordinary-shares/article_88380e21-4e1f-53e3-9402-0ddcbdcb10cf.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC; NYSE: Dec) announces the pricing of its previously announced underwritten public offering of 8,500,000 ordinary shares at a public offering price of $14.50 per Share for gross proceeds of approximately $123.3 million. The Offering is expected to settle on February 21, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. "BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC; NYSE: DEC) ('Diversified' or the ""Company""), an independent energy company focused on natural gas and liqu...[+19226 chars]" 2025-02-20T03:15:00 Environment summit in Iloilo City pushes climate neutrality Tara Yap https://mb.com.ph/2025/2/20/environment-summit-in-iloilo-city-pushes-climate-neutrality https://images.mb.com.ph/production/5th_PH_Environmental_Summit_264655d2f2.jpg PH en "The 5th Philippine Environment Summit in Iloilo City ends on Friday, Feb. 21. The theme of the summit is ""Ako ang Bukas (AAB): Quantum Leap to Climate Neutrality"". One of the key discussions is lowering carbon footprint. The summit is in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)." "ILOILO CITY — The 5th Philippine Environment Summit is pushing climate neutrality. THE 5th Philippine Environment Summit in Iloilo City ends on Friday, Feb. 21. (MICE Center Iloilo) 'Instead of feelin...[+1327 chars]" 2025-02-20T02:55:06 Meta and Google opt out of Sydney Mardi Gras amid move away from DEI in US Josh Taylor https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/feb/20/meta-and-google-opt-out-of-sydney-mardi-gras-2025-sponsorship-dei-us https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/abd6b88ac784da4b3786ea9c92ad9462539d3fcf/155_762_7904_4742/master/7904.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=243208ff71bcf0c67fb6674a4f6b6339 GB en Google and Meta do not meet the requirements to partner with the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. The two tech giants are not sponsoring the event in any capacity. Google announced it was scaling back its diversity initiatives and removing LGBTQ+ holidays from its online and mobile calendars. Other companies remain involved in the parade. Google and Meta do not meet the requirements to partner with the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, the organisation has said, after the two tech giants ended their official involvement and ditched di...[+4602 chars] 2025-02-20T02:52:58 I'm an ESG insider. Here's the truth behind how it went off the rails Anonymous contributor https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/i-m-an-esg-insider-here-s-the-truth-behind-how-it-went-off-the-rails-20250220-p5ldnn https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.6665%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_130%2C$y_14/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/b6be8aa38a3f4b2d023e4cbbc5a40f427e53cb33 AU en The ASX Corporate Governance Council's attempt to update its Corporate governance Principles and Recommendations has descended into a debacle. Tensions have been simmering within the investment community for years. ESG is at the heart of the conflict between those who see it as relevant to shareholder value and those who treat it as a moral crusade. The ASX Corporate Governance Council's attempt to update its Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations has descended into a headline-grabbing debacle. A backlash over diversity disclosures h...[+634 chars] 2025-02-20T02:37:40 ES Sunlogy opens with jitters on market debut Faiqah Kamaruddin https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/02/1177616/es-sunlogy-opens-jitters-market-debut https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/ES_sunlogy_es_sunlogy.png_1740019051.jpg MY en Shares of ES Sunlogy Bhd were sluggish on their debut on Bursa Malaysia. It was the most actively traded stock on the board with 111.81 million shares changing hands. The company aims to raise RM42 million from its listing, with RM14.1 million for the development and construction of the Selarong Large-Scale Solar Photovoltaic (LSSPV) Plant. "KUALA LUMPUR: Shares of ES Sunlogy Bhd, the ACE Market's newest entrant, were sluggish on their debut amid jittery sentiment on Bursa Malaysia. The engineering and renewable energy services provider, ...[+1231 chars]" 2025-02-20T01:44:43 SECP unveils Promoters Guides in 11 languages Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40349031/secp-unveils-promoters-guides-in-11-languages https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/20045541647ee47.jpg?r=045547 PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has unveiled Promoters Guides in eleven languages including eight foreign and three local languages. The guides aim to assist entrepreneurs, business promoters, and startups in navigating the regulatory framework with ease. The regulatory framework has been simplified by reviewing existing 10 regulations and merging/omitting multiple forms. ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has unveiled Promoters Guides in eleven languages including eight foreign and three local languages, taking another significant ste...[+2114 chars] 2025-02-20T01:41:00 Why embracing a sustainable future is vital https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/02/20/why-embracing-a-sustainable-future-is-vital https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/20/3176417.jpg MY en The ESG Positive Impact Awards 2024 (ESG PIA) Winners Showcase kicked off with a talk on sustainable financing at Menara Star yesterday. OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is the main sponsor of the event. The event also featured exhibitors who were previous winners of the award. "PETALING JAYA: The ESG Positive Impact Awards 2024 (ESG PIA) Winners Showcase has kicked off with sponsor OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Bhd spearheading the event with a talk on sustainable financing. The talk...[+3026 chars]" 2025-02-20T01:14:00 Embracing green exports: a pathway to enter global supply chains https://vietnamnews.vn/economy/1692492/embracing-green-exports-a-pathway-to-enter-global-supply-chains.html https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/2/19/406143_5092054022448474_ong-vu-duc-giang.jpg VN en As global markets increasingly emphasise sustainable development, the demand for green exports is a growing trend in Việt Nam. Major importing partners are prioritising environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for Vietnamese businesses to innovate and enhance their competitive edge. Industry associations and businesses are sharing experiences and proposing solutions to support this transformative journey. HÀ NỘI — As global markets increasingly emphasise sustainable development, Việt Nam finds itself at a crossroads, where the demand for green exports is not just a trend, but a necessity. Major importi...[+6090 chars] 2025-02-20T01:00:00 New Thai ESG fund to be launched soon Wichit Chantanusornsiri https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2964468/new-thai-esg-fund-to-be-launched-soon https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250220/c1_2964468_250220103610_700.jpeg TH en The new Thai ESG fund is being established to ease the selling pressure of long-term equity funds (LTFs) that have matured. LTF units worth 180 billion baht remain unsold, down from 240 billion at the end of last year. The ministry's 2025 goal of 3.5% economic growth is challenging. The new Thai ESG (environmental, social and governance) fund, which is being established to ease the selling pressure of long-term equity funds (LTFs) that have matured, is expected to be finalised in...[+2125 chars] 2025-02-20T00:58:09 Woodside's Richard Goyder bathes in absent votes Mark Di Stefano https://www.afr.com/rear-window/woodside-s-richard-goyder-bathes-in-absent-votes-20250220-p5ldoy https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.1936%2C$multiply_4%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_98/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/b3eb2a08e6a643e009697b6ca56a145b06c68c07 AU en Woodside released a report titled Climate-related Investor Engagement this month. Chairman Richard Goyder and CEO Meg O'Neill have been trying to convince investors of the company's environmental bona fides. Woodside has copped multiple black eyes from environmentally minded shareholders and climate activists. "This month, Woodside released a report titled Climate-related Investor Engagement under the gleaming smile of chairman Richard Goyder. A chance for him to reflect on the multiple black eyes the carbon...[+231 chars]" 2025-02-20T00:50:23 Trump admin directs federal agencies to end DEI considerations in govt contracts as DOGE's impact spreads Alec Schemmel https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/trump-admin-directs-federal-agencies-to-end-dei-considerations-in-govt-8c4988a86cef7636dd711b0d17a9cb0ad8429eae https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/08/931/523/TrumpMusk.jpg?ve=1&tl=1 FR en The General Services Administration announced changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulations on Tuesday. The changes are meant to align with the president's executive order aimed at restoring meritocracy and ending discrimination in the public and private sectors. Elon Musk, who has been leading the charge to radically reform the government, praised the move on Twitter. The Trump administration revised federal acquisition rules this week requiring the government to stop considering diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) when awarding contracts. This change aligns with...[+983 chars] 2025-02-20T00:47:00 BUDGET 2025: Equity market measures may fall short, analyst warns Xander Ceballos https://www.msn.com/en-sg/news/other/budget-2025-equity-market-measures-may-fall-short-analyst-warns/ar-AA1zrQVW US en Singapore government has announced three key tax incentives to support the local equity market. The corporate income tax rebate offers a 10% rebate for secondary listings with share issuance and a 20% for primary listings. To qualify, companies must remain listed on SGX for at least five years and commit to local business investments and skilled employment growth. The enhanced concessionary tax rate reduces the tax rate for newly listed fund managers to 5% from 10%. Fund managers must distribute a portion of their profits as dividends. "Fund managers must distribute a portion of their profits as dividends. The Singapore government has announced three key tax incentives to support the local equity market, but some analysts believe tha...[+2191 chars]" 2025-02-20T00:00:00 Council Post: The Public Markets Test: Why Going Public Still Matters In The Age Of Mega-Privates Raphaëlle d’Ornano https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesfinancecouncil/2025/02/20/the-public-markets-test-why-going-public-still-matters-in-the-age-of-mega-privates https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b63d2a4ee84261b870026b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Raphaëlle d'Ornano is the Managing Partner + Founder at D'Orsano+Co. She is a pioneer in Hybrid Growth Diligence. Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon questioned whether high-profile technology companies need to go public. Public markets are the ultimate testing ground for business model durability and corporate governance. "Raphaëlle d'Ornano is the Managing Partner + Founder at D'Ornano+Co. , a pioneer in Hybrid Growth Diligence getty Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon recently questioned whether high-profile technology co...[+5749 chars]" 2025-02-20T00:00:00 The Truth About Big Oil And Climate Change: Who's Really Responsible? Robert Rapier https://www.forbes.com/sites/rrapier/2025/02/20/the-truth-about-big-oil-and-climate-change-whos-really-responsible https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b67702c2fec08bffb5daf5/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Some believe that Big Oil should be held responsible for climate-related disasters, such as California's wildfires, because they are profitable and have contributed to atmospheric carbon emissions. They are wrong. Fossil fuel combustion contributed 87% of global emissions, with oil and natural gas responsible for about 60%. The remaining 40% came from coal, a fuel that oil companies do not generally produce. "FILE - A Chevron logo is shown at a gas station in San Francisco, Oct. 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff ... [+] Chiu, File) Some believe that 'Big Oil' should be held financially accountable for climate-relat...[+3154 chars]" 2025-02-20T00:00:00 How Leaders Can Develop The Ability To Think In Stories, Recognize Patterns Cheryl Robinson https://www.forbes.com/sites/cherylrobinson/2025/02/20/how-leaders-can-develop-the-ability-to-think-in-stories-recognize-patterns https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b6c59e2d8ae03891e42a5e/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Stories are remembered up to 22 times more than facts. People remember stories better than raw data. People retain only 5% to 10% of information when presented with statistics. Retention jumps 65% to 70% when conveyed through a story. Great storytellers are great listeners and pay attention to the stories around them. Facts and figures alone aren't enough to persuade. The most influential leaders understand the power of storytelling—not just as a communication tool but as a mindset that shapes vision and strategy. ...[+3695 chars] 2025-02-20T00:00:00 AI-Based Data Governance Techniques For Navigating Changing Landscapes Across Geographies Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/AIBased_Data_Governance_Techniques_For_Navigating_Changing_L https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en As the legal and political landscape surrounding data governance continues to evolve, businesses need to adopt agile strategies.  ‘Data Governance’ is a topic that needs to be dealt with in a data-driven way to avoid legal and ethical issues. As the legal and political landscape surrounding data governance continues to evolve, businesses must adopt agile strategies. 2025-02-20T00:00:00 Diginex Limited Announces Secondary Listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Tradegate Exchange and the ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/Diginex_Limited_Announces_Secondary_Listing_on_the_Frankfurt https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Diginex Limited is a Cayman Islands-based impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. Its shares are traded on the Nasdaq: DGNX (Nasdaq: DGNX). HONG KONG, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: DGNX), a Cayman Islands-based impact technology company specializing in environmental, social...[+30 chars] 2025-02-20T00:00:00 EnviroGold Global Closes First Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/EnviroGold_Global_Closes_First_Tranche_of_NonBrokered_Privat https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO, OTCQB: ESGLF, FSE: YGK) is a clean technology company that monetises. It's a company that is based in Toronto, Canada. TORONTO, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises 2025-02-20T00:00:00 Wärtsilä commits to 25% reduction of suppliers' GHG emissions SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/Wartsila_commits_to_25_reduction_of_suppliers_GHG_emissions https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Wärtsilä has committed to reduce 25% of direct suppliers' greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. This target focuses on the company's Tier 1 direct suppliers and covers their scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emission related to scope 1 or 2. Wärtsilä reinforced its 'Set for 30' decarbonisation targets by committing to a new target of reducing 25% of direct suppliers' greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. According to Wärtsilä, this target foc...[+112 chars] 2025-02-20T00:00:00 Why Your Exit Strategy Should Be Part Of Your Business Plan Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/Why_Your_Exit_Strategy_Should_Be_Part_Of_Your_Business_Plan https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Most business owners are focused on growth, impact and sustainability in their business, but few are thinking about their exit strategy. It's important to focus on growth and impact, but not on the exit strategy, as it can be difficult to change the business. Most business owners are focused on growth, impact, and sustainability in their business, but few are thinking about their exit strategy. 2025-02-20T00:00:00 Jordan Leads Arab States in Global Inequality Reduction Index Petra https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/Jordan_Leads_Arab_States_in_Global_Inequality_Reduction_Inde https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The Jordan Strategy Forum has released a policy paper titled ""Jordan's Commitment to Reducing Inequality: Positive Indicators for 2024"". Jordan advanced to 43rd place globally in the 2024 report, up from 36th place in the previous year's report. It analyzes Jordan's performance in Oxfam's latest CRI Index." "Amman, Feb. 20 (Petra) -- The Jordan Strategy Forum has released a policy paper titled "" Jordan's Commitment to Reducing Inequality: Positive Indicators for 2024, "" analyzing Jordan's performance in O...[+122 chars]" 2025-02-20T00:00:00 BlackRock, Vanguard Pause Corporate Meetings to Avoid Violating SEC Guidance Targeting ESG Activism National Review https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/BlackRock_Vanguard_Pause_Corporate_Meetings_to_Avoid_Violati https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC's new guidance states that undertaking'specific actions on a social, environmental, or political policy' may be seen as a violation under the new guidance. The SEC has issued a new guidance on this matter. for all SEC employees to comply with it. Under the SEC's new guidance, undertaking 'specific actions on a social, environmental, or political policy' may be seen as a violation. 2025-02-20T00:00:00 Shares Subscription Program Demonstrates CEO's Confidence in Company's Expansion into AI Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Renewable Energy (Form 6-K) (VCI Global Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/Shares_Subscription_Program_Demonstrates_CEO_s_Confidence_in https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en CEO's Confidence in Company's Expansion into AI Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Renewable Energy. VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) shares subscription program. February 18, 2025 is the date of the company's next shareholder meeting. ) Shares Subscription Program Demonstrates CEO's Confidence in Company's Expansion into AI Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Renewable Energy February 18, 2025 | Globe Newswire KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia...[+90 chars] 2025-02-20T00:00:00 Oxford Lane Capital Corp. Prices Public Offering of $165,000,000 7.95% Notes Due 2032 Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/Oxford_Lane_Capital_Corp_Prices_Public_Offering_of_165000000 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Oxford Lane Capital Corp. announced today that it has raised $1.5 billion in new equity capital. The company is listed on the NasdaqGS and the OTCQX markets. The company's stock price is expected to rise to $5.50. GREENWICH, Conn., Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxford Lane Capital Corp. (NasdaqGS: OXLC) (NasdaqGS: OXLCP) (NasdaqGS: OXLCL) (NasdaqGS: OXLCO) (NasdaqGS: OXLCZ) (NasdaqGS: OXLCN) (NasdaqGS: OXLC...[+46 chars] 2025-02-20T00:00:00 G20 must foster cooperation to achieve SDGs amid global challenges, says South African minister China.dot.org https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/G20_must_foster_cooperation_to_achieve_SDGs_amid_global_chal https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en There are just over five years left before the 2030 deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Ronald Lamola, South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, stresses the critical role of the G20 in fostering cooperation to achieve these goals. Next five G20 presidents before 2030 would have to put the attainment of SDGs at the top of the agenda. JOHANNESBURG, Feb. 20 (Xinhua) -- With just over five years left before the 2030 deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperatio...[+297 chars] 2025-02-20T00:00:00 Press Release – The cases of submitting a prospectus in English are increasing (Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/20/Press_Release_The_cases_of_submitting_a_prospectus_in_Englis https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Cases of submitting a prospectus in English are increasing. Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has published a Policy Statement on amending the accepted languages and broadens the number of cases in which the prospectus can be submitted in English. ) PRESS RELEASE The cases of submitting a prospectus in English are increasing CySEC has published today a Policy Statement on amending the accepted languages NICOSIA, 20 February 2025 - The Cyprus Se...[+81 chars] 2025-02-20T00:00:00 BSL organizes ESG quiz to promote sustainability awareness BOKARO https://www.dailypioneer.com/2025/state-editions/bsl-organizes-esg-quiz-to-promote-sustainability-awareness.html https://www.dailypioneer.com/images/logo.jpg IN en The department of learning & development organized the ESG Quiz 2024-25 to promote awareness of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. A total of 42 teams from various BSL departments participated in the quiz competition. The winners of the competition were Shalini Prasad & Bhawani Hansda (Project Division), who secured first place. Suresh Soren & N.K. Pandit from the RCL department came second, and B. Soren and Priyanka Sharma from the electronics & telecom department came third. The department of learning & development organized the ESG Quiz 2024-25 to promote awareness of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. The event commenced with a traditional lamp-ligh...[+1259 chars] 2025-02-19T23:35:00 Southwest caves further to Elliott as chief transformation officer steps down Howard Hardee https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/southwest-caves-further-to-elliott-as-chief-transformation-officer-steps-down/161883.article https://d3lcr32v2pp4l1.cloudfront.net/Pictures/1024x536/1/3/8/108138_201008phx_internationalprint012sourcesource_277269.jpg GB en Elliott Investment Management has been granted permission to own a greater share of the company's outstanding stock. The agreement's current terms will expire after Southwest's investor day in 2026. It is the latest concession Southwest has made to Elliott. Elliott has used its minority stake to push for an overhaul of Southwest's board of directors, the departure of Gary Kelly and strategic and operational changes. "is caving further to pressure from minority stakeholder Elliott Investment Management, which has been granted permission to own a greater share of the company's outstanding stock. The Dallas-based car...[+1844 chars]" 2025-02-19T23:27:02 Glass Lewis reviewing DEI policies following recent Trump actions, memo shows Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/business/glass-lewis-reviewing-dei-policies-following-recent-trump-actions-memo-shows-2025-02-19 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Glass Lewis is reviewing its stance on diversity, equity and inclusion policies. It will advise clients of any modifications by March 3. The current guidelines recommend that shareholders vote against certain directors at some of the largest U.S. companies whose boards lack gender, racial or LGBTQ diversity. Feb 19 (Reuters) - U.S. proxy adviser Glass Lewis told clients on Wednesday it is reviewing its stance on diversity, equity and inclusion policies, which could further erode support for such measures ...[+1404 chars] 2025-02-19T23:07:59 Researcher unveils AI-powered ESG model to boost investments Justice Okamgba https://punchng.com/researcher-unveils-ai-powered-esg-model-to-boost-investments https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20024829/AI-Chartered-Accountants-Worldwide-1200x630.webp NG en Feyisayo Michael has developed an AI-powered carbon accounting model aimed at enhancing corporate transparency and Environment, Sustainability, and Governance compliance. He won the Best Paper Award in 2023 from the International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research in Science, Engineering, and Technology. Nigerian-born Chartered Accountant and Artificial Intelligence sustainability specialist Feyisayo Michael has developed an AI-powered carbon accounting model aimed at enhancing corporate transparency ...[+2927 chars] 2025-02-19T22:21:10 Trump administration puts subsidized green-energy companies on a diet The Washington Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/Trump_administration_puts_subsidized_greenenergy_companies_o https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gDkuwRx14hQ/0.jpg US en "The Department of Government Efficiency is responsible for the Greenhouse gas reduction fund. Elon Musk and the Department get most of the media attention, but they are not responsible for this fund. It's a separate and more important program. It is called ""Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund""." "While Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency garner most of the media attention, they aren't "" Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. """ 2025-02-19T21:30:00 Interpublic Group to Present at the Barclays Communications and Content Symposium 2025 Inc. https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/interpublic-group-present-barclays-communications-213000825.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/CAswvwYbNMYg9BTnHccchw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02MDY-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/51ade617b2f03298a2c60cc3a65517b2 US en IPG senior management will present at the Barclays Communications and Content Symposium on February 25th, 2025, at 9:50 am Eastern Time. A link to the live webcast will be posted on the day of the conference on the Investor Relations section of Interpublic's website (http://investors.interpublic.com). New York, NY, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG) senior management will present at the Barclays Communications and Content Symposium on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025, at 9:...[+939 chars] 2025-02-19T21:30:00 Southwest Gas Holdings Declares Second Quarter 2025 Dividend PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/southwest-gas-holdings-declares-second-213000454.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/c87062c0a5b271083dbceb232891731b US en The Board of Directors for Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. has declared the second quarter cash dividend of $0.62 per share. The dividend equates to $2.48 per share on an annualized basis. The Company has paid quarterly dividends continuously since going public in 1956. "LAS VEGAS, Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors for Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. (""Southwest Gas"") (NYSE: SWX) has declared the following second quarter cash dividend: Common Stock Pay...[+1373 chars]" 2025-02-19T21:18:00 Maybank picks LTF transfer winners Nuntawun Polkuamdee https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/investment/2964358/maybank-picks-ltf-transfer-winners https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en Finance Ministry is studying a policy to transfer investments from matured long-term equity funds (LTFs) to Thai ESG (environmental, social and governance) funds. Maybank Securities (Thailand) expects progress on the transfer to be made later this month. Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS), Siam Cement (SCC), True Corporation (TRUE), Praram 9 Hospital (PR9), Intouch Holdings (INTUCH) and Jaymart Group Holdings (JMART) are expected to benefit the most. Nine stocks are expected to benefit the most from the Finance Ministry's policy to transfer investments from matured long-term equity funds (LTFs) to Thai ESG (environmental, social and governance) fu...[+2951 chars] 2025-02-19T21:00:00 Ministry: New Thai ESG fund to be launched in Q1 Wichit Chantanusornsiri https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2964468/ministry-new-thai-esg-fund-to-be-launched-in-q1 https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en The new Thai ESG fund is being established to ease the selling pressure of long-term equity funds (LTFs) that have matured. LTF units worth 180 billion baht remain unsold. The ministry's 2025 goal of 3.5% economic growth is challenging. BoI has approved 3,137 investment projects. The new Thai ESG (environmental, social and governance) fund, which is being established to ease the selling pressure of long-term equity funds (LTFs) that have matured, is expected to be finalised in...[+1883 chars] 2025-02-19T20:21:15 Social Democrats propose scrapping of Dáil prayer and TDs be required to disclose income Tabitha Monahan https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/social-democrats-propose-scrapping-of-dail-prayer-and-tds-be-required-to-disclose-income/a685708652.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/iIOH2eI6SaA5p1REpC3BknrwciM=/629x460/smart/prod-mh-ireland/ac288b2b-fe53-4114-bead-855a8fcd0362/5ce39301-dd59-44e8-aaf0-aa7d7f4f3ee6/ac288b2b-fe53-4114-bead-855a8fcd0362.jpg IE en The Ceann Comhairle read out a prayer before Dáil sessions in both Irish and English and followed by a 30-second moment of reflection. The party wants to replace the prayer with a more secular practice that respects the beliefs and conscience of those of all faiths and none. They want to introduce paternity leave and adoptive leave for members on maternity leave. They also want Oireachtas committees placed at the centre of the legislative process. "A short prayer is read out before Dáil sessions in both Irish and English by the Ceann Comhairle and is followed by a 30 second moment of reflection. In proposals put forward by the Social Democrats o...[+2874 chars]" 2025-02-19T20:00:00 South Dakota Corn Growers Association Announces Support for Senate Bill 198 Special to the Capital Journal https://www.capjournal.com/south-dakota-corn-growers-association-announces-support-for-senate-bill-198/article_78e9985c-ee14-11ef-a68b-e71406ad8411.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/capjournal.com/content/tncms/custom/image/9c494698-1464-11e9-8cac-ebc21e37cd57.jpg US en The South Dakota Corn Growers Association supports Senate Bill 198. The bill would require an entity seeking to use eminent domain for an easement to first obtain a permit from the Public Utilities Commission before initiating proceedings. It also mandates an up-front mediation process, allowing for meaningful discussions between landowners and developers. Sioux Falls, SD – The South Dakota Corn Growers Association (SDCGA) today announced its support for Senate Bill 198, legislation aimed at improving transparency and fairness in the eminent domain proc...[+408 chars] 2025-02-19T19:50:31 Northstar Recognized as Top 50 TSX Venture Exchange Company Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/241521-northstar-recognized-as-top-50-tsx-venture-exchange-company https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-241287.jpg CA en The 2024 TSX Venture 50 showcases the top 50 of over 1,600 TSXV issuers. The 50 companies on the list delivered an average share price appreciation of 207% to investors in 2024. Northstar's share price rose 220% from $0.125 at the beginning of the year while exiting the year at $ 0.40. "Article content The 2024 TSX Venture 50 showcases the top 50 of over 1,600 TSXV issuers. The ranking is an equal weighting of each company's performance during 2024 across three key indicators: market...[+997 chars]" 2025-02-19T19:09:50 Collateral damage: how the war on ‘woke banking' could backfire on New Zealand Martien Lubberink https://theconversation.com/collateral-damage-how-the-war-on-woke-banking-could-backfire-on-new-zealand-249930 https://images.theconversation.com/files/649906/original/file-20250219-32-h7xoq4.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C376%2C5439%2C2719&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en NZ First's Financial Markets (Conduct of Institutions) Amendment (Duty to Provide) Amendment Bill takes aim at efforts to build sustainability concepts into investment practices. The bill seeks to ensure no New Zealand business can be denied banking services unless the decision is grounded in law. Global trend has seen financial institutions align their lending practices with sustainability and risk management criteria. "It would be hard to think of an industry less obviously 'woke' than banking, but that's how coalition partner NZ First has characterised certain practices within the finance sector. The party's tortuo...[+5765 chars]" 2025-02-19T19:02:39 ACCA presses FRC to ensure Stewardship Code stays strong on sustainability (ACCA - The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/ACCA_presses_FRC_to_ensure_Stewardship_Code_stays_strong_on_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/[] US en A leading accountancy body has challenged the UK's financial regulator not to row back on UK investor governance commitments on sustainability. It is in response to the Financial Reporting Council's consultation on its stewardship. (http://www.financialreportingcouncil.org.uk/news/releases/frc-consultation-on-sustainability/ )A leading global accountancy body has challenged the UK's financial regulator not to row back on UK investor governance commitments on sustainability.In a response to the Financial Reporting Council'...[+39 chars] 2025-02-19T18:43:51 ONGC achieves B-rating in 2024 CDP Climate score MPost https://www.millenniumpost.in/business/ongc-achieves-b-rating-in-2024-cdp-climate-score-599524 https://www.millenniumpost.in/images/logo.png IN en ONGC has achieved a B-rating in the 2024 CDP thematic score for Climate. ONGC is part of a record-breaking 24,800+ organisations leveraging data to drive Earth-positive decisions. CDP scores play a critical role in helping organisations navigate regulatory compliance, manage climate risks and identify sustainable opportunities. New Delhi: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has achieved a B-rating in the 2024 CDP thematic score for Climate, the company said in a statement on Wednesday, adding that the recognition ...[+1134 chars] 2025-02-19T18:20:56 MINERALRITE Corporation [Symbol: RITE] Announces Filing of FORM 10-12g through EDGAR Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/241487-mineralrite-corporation-symbol-rite-announces-filing-of-form-1012g-through-edgar https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-241487.jpg CA en The Form 10-12g has been posted on RITE's Investor Relations page. OTCMarkets.com should pick up the link from EDGAR and post it under Rite's Filings and Disclosure section. RITE will work with the brokerage community to get them interested and behind the stock. "Article content Information about all companies that report through the EDGAR System can be searched using the Company Search bar found on the EDGAR landing page located at https://www.sec.gov/search-...[+1800 chars]" 2025-02-19T17:01:18 Adjustment notice for the conversion ratio of the 2025 OCEANEs (Neoen SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/Adjustment_notice_for_the_conversion_ratio_of_the_2025_OCEAN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/[] US en Noce to holders of the green bonds converble into new shares and exchangeable for shares (OCEANE Verte) due 2025 with a nominal value of €169,999,968.60 of Neoen (ISIN FR0013515707). )Paris, 13 February 2025Noce to holders of the green bonds converble into new shares and/or exchangeable for exisng shares (OCEANE Verte) due 2025 and with a nominalvalue of €169,999,968.60 of Neoen (...[+70 chars] 2025-02-19T16:25:07 Swiss Resource Capital AG Welcomes Goldshore Resources Inc. as a New Client ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/Swiss_Resource_Capital_AG_Welcomes_Goldshore_Resources_Inc_a_d https://i.ytimg.com/vi/n7_gT_hHdDQ/0.jpg US en Swiss Resource Capital AG is pleased to welcome Goldshore Resources Inc. as a new client. Goldshore is a Canadian company trading on the TSXV and TSX-V exchanges. The company has an ISIN CA38150N1078 and a market capitalization of $1.2 billion. "HERISAU, CH / ACCESS Newswire / February 19, 2025 / Swiss Resource Capital AG is pleased to welcome Goldshore Resources Inc. (TSXV:GSHR)(TSXV:SXGC)(ISIN: CA38150N1078) as a new client.""Swiss Resource ...[+32 chars]" 2025-02-19T16:23:00 Southwest bends further to activist shareholder Elliott's demands Ciara Linnane https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/southwest-bends-further-to-activist-shareholder-elliott-s-demands/ar-AA1zmthB US en Elliott Management can now hold a maximum 19.9% stake in Southwest until the day after its 2026 annual shareholder meeting. The agreement stretches to 9 a.m. Central on April 1, 2026. Ryan Green, executive vice president and chief transformation officer, has informed the company of his plan to step down effective April 1st, 2025. Southwest announced Tuesday the first-ever involuntary layoffs, affecting 1,750 corporate positions. Southwest Airlines Co. ceded further ground to activist shareholder Elliott Management on Wednesday with an amended agreement that will allow Elliott hold a bigger stake in the airline than previously...[+2392 chars] 2025-02-19T16:12:08 Don't say climate: how cleantech is rebranding as national security in  the Trump era Patrick Sisson https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/don-t-say-climate-how-cleantech-is-rebranding-as-national-security-in-cb28985ce6198f3ca4bf87e37d79bd2ad23d3e16 https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/02/p-2-In-the-Trump-Era-Clean-Tech-May-Sell-Itself-as-a-National-Security-Solution.jpg FR en "The Trump administration has made many in the cleantech and sustainability sector anxious about the loss of climate-related government funding and incentives. The administration's position against what the president calls the ""Green New Scam"" has led him to freeze some of the green initiatives." "When startups speak of going green, that might now be in reference to the color's association with the Army. At least that appears to be the thinking of many in the cleantech and sustainability sector...[+267 chars]" 2025-02-19T16:10:16 SECP unveils multilingual guides, digital platform to promote foreign investment Staff Report https://pakobserver.net/secp-unveils-multilingual-guides-digital-platform-to-promote-foreign-investment https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/mobile.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has unveiled Promoters Guides in eleven languages, including eight foreign and three local. The guides are available in Arabic, Chinese, English, Japanese, Spanish, German, Korean and Turkish, while local languages include Sindhi, Balochi and Pashto. ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has unveiled Promoters Guides in eleven languages, including eight foreign and three local languages, to enhance public facilitati...[+1898 chars] 2025-02-19T16:00:00 S&P Global to Present at Raymond James' 46th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on March 3, 2025 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/p-global-present-raymond-james-160000864.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/60a5b5c40771eef95ccf40e3fb4be36c US en Martina Cheung, President and Chief Executive Officer of S&P Global, will present at Raymond James' 46th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on March 3, 2025 in Orlando, Florida. The session will be webcast live and in replay through the Company's Investor Relations website http://investor.spglobal.com. "Session will be Webcast NEW YORK, Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Martina Cheung, President and Chief Executive Officer of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI), will participate in Raymond James' 46th Annual Institu...[+1998 chars]" 2025-02-19T16:00:00 Ex-manager denies graft https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/02/20/ex-manager-denies-graft https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/20/3176188.jpg MY en Lee Zeldin, the head of the Environmental Protection Agency, is taking a bold stance on financial transparency. He wants to retrieve $20 billion given to environmental groups before President Trump took office. He's referring the matter to the EPA Office of Inspector General and collaborating with the Justice Department for a thorough investigation. "Read more at https://libertyonenews.com/epa-head-requests-return-of-20b-in-climate-funds/ Lee Zeldin, the head of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is taking a bold stance on financial transp...[+4053 chars]" 2025-02-19T15:56:24 HSBC pushes back net zero pledge by 20 years Berny Torre https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/hsbc-pushes-back-net-zero-pledge-20-years https://morningstaronline.co.uk/sites/default/files/An%20HSBC%20bank%20in%20Covent%20Garden%2C%20London.jpg GB en HSBC has axed its climate commitment to reach net zero emissions across its operations and supply chain by 2030. It will now aim to meet this goal by 2050. ActionAid UK called the announcements 'deeply concerning' and said HSBC is only listening to profit margins and boardroom agendas. "BRITAIN'S largest bank HSBC axed its climate commitment to reach net zero across it operations and supply chain by 2030 today. Announcing its annual results, the lender said it will now aim to meet th...[+1508 chars]" 2025-02-19T15:38:08 Catalin Safta, CTO at Matricia Solutions talks about managing carbon footprint reporting and the importance of legal compliance Romania Insider https://www.romania-insider.com/catalin-safta-cto-matricia-solutions-managing-carbon-footprint-reporting-legal-compliance https://cdn.romania-insider.com/sites/default/files/styles/article_large_image/public/2025-02/carbon_footprint_reporting.jpeg RO en Large companies in Romania are required to monitor and report their carbon emissions annually. Carbon footprint regulations are becoming increasingly stringent. Technology can be used to simplify the reporting process. Matricia Solutions uses advanced technology to extract information from energy invoices, accurately calculating carbon emissions. "Expert Corner Environmental protection is becoming a global priority, and carbon footprint regulations are becoming increasingly stringent. Under European and national legislation, large companies in ...[+3430 chars]" 2025-02-19T15:35:26 SECP enhances business facilitation multilingual guides APP https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/02/19/secp-enhances-business-facilitation-multilingual-guides https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/IMG1049Applications-Forms-of-SECP-Pakistan-696x438-696x438.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has unveiled Promoters guides in eleven languages. The guides are available in Arabic, Chinese, English, Japanese, Spanish, German, Korean and Turkish, while local languages include Sindhi, Balochi and Pashto. The regulatory framework has been simplified. ISLAMABAD:The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Wednesday enhanced business facilitation with multilingual guides and eZfile platform. The Securities and Exchange Commission of ...[+2150 chars] 2025-02-19T15:07:09 Swiss Resource Capital AG Welcomes Goldshore Resources Inc. as a New Client ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/swiss-resource-capital-ag-welcomes-goldshore-resources-inc-as-a-new-client/article_be72c082-d0e6-5497-bf74-a6f4cacb7aba.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Swiss Resource Capital AG is pleased to welcome Goldshore Resources Inc. as a new client. Swiss Resource Capital offers clients a unique platform to effectively represent the company and reach their target group in a targeted manner. The company's goal is to sustainably strengthen the brand in the financial world and increase its reach. "HERISAU, CH / ACCESS Newswire / February 19, 2025 / Swiss Resource Capital AG is pleased to welcome Goldshore Resources Inc. (TSXV:GSHR)(TSXV:SXGC)(ISIN: CA38150N1078) as a new client. ""Swiss Resource...[+436 chars]" 2025-02-19T15:01:42 ‘Lack of spine': France under fire for considering ‘Trump-inspired' U-turn on environmental rules Olly Haynes https://www.euronews.com/green/2025/02/19/lack-of-spine-france-under-fire-for-considering-trump-inspired-u-turn-on-environmental-rul https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/06/71/86/1200x675_cmsv2_e59af1be-c080-5fff-a09b-7b1ace9119d0-9067186.jpg FR en Companies in the Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) sector fear the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) could be washed away after Trump's return in the US. CSRD requires companies in Europe to produce reports on their environmental and social impacts to ensure they comply with EU rules. CS3D holds companies liable for human and environmental rights violations in their supply chains. The EU is working on an Omnibus simplification package to simplify and streamline the directives. Stephane Sejourne, former French foreign minister, will unveil it on 26 February. "Energy consultants are criticising the Macron government following reports that France may seek to kill EU legislation that makes companies reckon with their environmental impact. Companies in the Env...[+6676 chars]" 2025-02-19T14:32:00 SC Partners ICAEW To Enhance Expertise In Sustainability Disclosures BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2394110 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/3af5f967a0c22d2c7662738f1c743c3f655f01798ee9f MY en The Securities Commission Malaysia has initiated a collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. The collaboration focuses on capacity-building, including specialised training on climate-related financial disclosures, sustainability certifications and ICAEW training films. Malaysia assumed the ASEAN chairmanship for 2025 under the theme 'Inclusivity and Sustainability'. KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has initiated a collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) through a letter of int...[+1580 chars] 2025-02-19T14:31:53 BP investors demand vote on any plans to scrap climate goals AOL https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/BP_investors_demand_vote_on_any_plans_to_scrap_climate_goals_j https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/[] US en BP is holding a strategy meeting next week and is widely expected to pull back from renewable energy promises. Nearly 50 major investors want to vote on potential plans to scrap its climate goals. BP has previously offered a shareholder vote on its transition strategy and they expect a similar level of accountability for future material strategy changes. Nearly 50 major investors in BP have called on the oil giant to let them vote on potential plans to scrap its climate goals.BP is holding a strategy meeting next week where it is widely expected to pu...[+218 chars] 2025-02-19T14:28:27 Elon Musk's SpaceX scores win in federal court case in Texas Lauren McGaughy https://www.ketr.org/stories-from-texas-stations/2025-02-19/elon-musks-spacex-scores-win-in-federal-court-case-in-texas https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/7d76001/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1662x873+0+111/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnpr.brightspotcdn.com%2Fd2%2Fc9%2F423da90b4e429ae17311421fdc11%2Fscreenshot-2025-02-18-at-11-55-47-am.png US en Save RGV, a South Texas environmental group, is dropping the lawsuit against SpaceX. The group is still fighting SpaceX's request to be able to dump in the area. There was a hearing in the case set for mid-April, but Save RGV decided to drop the case for now. "A South Texas environmental group is dropping Save RGV said in a two-page brief filed on Tuesday that it was voluntarily dismissing the case against 'Plaintiff Save RGV has decided to drop the claims ...[+818 chars]" 2025-02-19T14:19:37 BP investors demand vote on any plans to scrap climate goals Alex Daniel https://uk.news.yahoo.com/bp-investors-demand-vote-plans-141937944.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/ZCcKbLcxi6u.0JIXUq1acg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/pa_viral_news_uk_120/3e2e8f6d3fa0ee9f2b1b123567859f77 US en Nearly 50 major investors in BP want to vote on scrapping its climate goals. BP is holding a strategy meeting next week. It is expected to focus on oil and gas production in a bid to boost its share price and profit. It made about £7.2 billion last year, down one-third on the year before. "Nearly 50 major investors in BP have called on the oil giant to let them vote on potential plans to scrap its climate goals. BP is holding a strategy meeting next week where it is widely expected to p...[+2232 chars]" 2025-02-19T14:00:42 EQS-CMS: Wienerberger AG: Other issuer/company information Wienerberger AG https://www.ots.at/presseaussendung/EQS_20250219_EQS0010/eqs-cms-wienerberger-ag-other-issuercompany-information https://static.ots.at/css/images/distributed-by-apa-ots_250px.png AT en "Wienerberger AG will deliver 23,700 treasury shares to the Management Board under the stock-based remuneration system LTI Program 2022 (the ""LTI Program""). Heimo Scheuch, Gerhard Hanke, Harald Schwarzmayr and Solveig Menard-Galli will receive shares in the Company." EQS Post-admission Duties announcement: Wienerberger AG / Publication according to § 119 (9) BörseG Wienerberger AG: Other issuer/company information 19.02.2025 / 15:00 CET/CEST Dissemination of a Pos...[+10057 chars] 2025-02-19T13:58:00 SIMPLY BETTER BRANDS CORP. NAMED TO 2025 TSX VENTURE 50™ LIST OF TOP PERFORMING COMPANIES Simply Better Brands Corp https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/simply-better-brands-corp-named-to-2025-tsx-venture-50-tm-list-of-top-performing-companies-821677150.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2622647/Simply_Better_Brands_Corp__SIMPLY_BETTER_BRANDS_CORP__NAMED_TO_2.jpg?p=twitter CA en Simply Better Brands Corp. has been named to the 2025 TSX Venture 50 list with a seventh place ranking on the annual list. The list showcases the top 50 companies among more than 1,800 TSXV issuers. The ranking is based on market capitalization growth, share price appreciation, and trading volume. "Simply Better Brands earns Seventh Place Ranking based on 2024 Performance on the TSX Venture Exchange. VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 19, 2025 /CNW/ - Simply Better Brands Corp. (""SBBC"" or the ""Company"") (TSX: ...[+4941 chars]" 2025-02-19T13:40:47 REMINDER: Supremex Announces Date of Its 2024 Fourth Quarter Results Conference Call https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/19/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/reminder-supremex-announces-date-of-its-2024-fourth-quarter-results-conference-call/2058606 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/19/544570.jpg PH en Supremex Inc. (TSX: SXP) will release its results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024 before markets open on Thursday, February 20, 2025. A conference call to discuss these results will be held on the same day at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time). A live broadcast of the Conference Call will be available on the Company's website. "MONTREAL, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Supremex Inc. (""Supremex' or the ""Company') (TSX: SXP), a leading North American manufacturer and marketer of envelopes and a growing provider of paper-base...[+1278 chars]" 2025-02-19T13:39:44 'We need to do right by the coloured community': Given Mkhari Kamogelo Makhura https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/we-need-to-do-right-by-the-coloured-community-given-mkhari-f735237e-a31c-4bb1-8c47-504ef4db3320 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Given-Mkhari-who-spoke-about-the-importance-of-recognising-and-supporting-the-coloured-community-in-South-Africa?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/8eccf65f837c848dac623f85b6aee89c6d5cfecd/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x145&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Given Mkhari, Founder and Executive Chairman of MSG Afrika Group wants the coloured community to get the recognition it deserves. Political analyst Tessa Dooms was recently announced as the host of a show at PowerFM. Dooms co-wrote a book that delves into the history of the coloured people. "Given Mkhari, Founder and Executive Chairman of MSG Afrika Group wants the coloured community to get the recognition it deserves. Speaking on the Chairman's Conversation on PowerFM with Dr Mbuyiseni N...[+4785 chars]" 2025-02-19T13:32:12 HSBC Delays Net-Zero Target Amid Economic Changes Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3270479-hsbc-delays-net-zero-target-amid-economic-changes https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_07_2024_11_55_13_1877516.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en HSBC has delayed its net-zero carbon emissions target from 2030 to 2050. Chief Sustainability Officer Julian Wentzel said the bank needed to reformulate its targets due to difficulties in influencing technological developments and market demands. Critics argue that HSBC's revised target undermines global climate ambitions. In a significant shift, HSBC has announced a delay in its net-zero carbon emissions target from 2030 to 2050. The decision comes amidst slow economic change, prompting fears among climate campaigners ...[+714 chars] 2025-02-19T13:30:28 REMINDER: Supremex Announces Date of Its 2024 Fourth Quarter Results Conference Call Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/reminder-supremex-announces-date-of-its-2024-fourth-quarter-results-conference-call https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1NDI0NCM2NzM5Mjk3IzIyMzM0NzY= CA en Supremex Inc. (TSX: SXP) will release its results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024 before markets open on Thursday, February 20, 2025. A conference call to discuss these results will be held on the same day at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time). A live broadcast of the Conference Call will be available on the Company's website. "Article content MONTREAL, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Supremex Inc. ('Supremex' or the 'Company') (TSX: SXP), a leading North American manufacturer and marketer of envelopes and a growing provide...[+406 chars]" 2025-02-19T13:24:37 Zelenskiy on US minerals deal: 'I can't sell Ukraine' https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8897238/zelenskiy-on-us-minerals-deal-i-cant-sell-ukraine https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/344f3e79-629e-473e-b070-d331174cc358.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en """I am just the decision maker, I don't work on the details of this document. Let the lawyers work some more, they did not do all the necessary work. I was told: only 50 per cent. I said: OK, no. " """I was told: only 50 (per cent). I said: OK, no. Let the lawyers work some more, they did not do all the necessary work. I am just the decision maker, I don't work on the details of this document. Let...[+18 chars]" 2025-02-19T13:19:31 Oxford Lane Capital Corp. Announces Offering of Notes https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/19/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/oxford-lane-capital-corp-announces-offering-of-notes/2058529 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en "Oxford Lane Capital Corp. announced the commencement of a registered public offering of notes (the ""Notes""). Lucid Capital Markets, LLC and Piper Sandler & Co. are acting as joint book-running managers for the offering. Clear Street LLC, InspereX LLC, Janney Montgomery Scott LLC and William Blair & Company, L.L.C. are also acting as lead managers. The Notes are expected to be listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market and to trade thereon within 30 days of the original issue date." GREENWICH, Conn., Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxford Lane Capital Corp. (NasdaqGS: OXLC) (NasdaqGS: OXLCP) (NasdaqGS: OXLCL) (NasdaqGS: OXLCO) (NasdaqGS: OXLCZ) (NasdaqGS: OXLCN) (NasdaqGS: OXLC...[+3908 chars] 2025-02-19T13:02:27 Asset Entities Inc. Regains Compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1) Asset Entities Inc. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/asset-entities-inc-regains-compliance-with-nasdaq-listing-rule-5550-b-1/article_c82b9030-f3d9-5249-b299-400f3b440e48.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Asset Entities Inc. (NASDAQ: ASST) has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1), which requires minimum stockholders' equity of $2.5 million as of March 31, 2025. If the Company fails to evidence compliance upon filing its periodic report, it may be subject to delisting. DALLAS, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Asset Entities Inc. ('Asset Entities' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ: ASST), a provider of digital marketing and content delivery services across Discord, TikTok, ...[+930 chars] 2025-02-19T12:57:06 Southwest Airlines transformation chief Ryan Green to step down Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/southwest-airlines-transformation-chief-ryan-green-step-down-2025-02-19 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/4VLDRPLRMRL67BTXO2S56HBECM.jpg?auth=b42c0dec18955b6eb40c6bc314cfead3cf41e8c12958b1573f9eb995fda67a55&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Ryan Green, Southwest Airlines' chief transformation officer, will step down from his role effective April 1, 2025. He was in charge of the airline's transformation strategy including its transition to assigned and premium seating. His exit comes days after the airline said it would cut about 15% of corporate jobs or about 1,750 roles. Feb 19 (Reuters) - Southwest Airlines (LUV.N), opens new tab said on Wednesday its chief transformation officer, Ryan Green, will step down from his role, months after the carrier reached an agreement...[+1169 chars] 2025-02-19T12:56:06 Nine Adani Group Stocks End Lower; Adani Green Drops Nearly 4 Pc PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-nine-adani-group-stocks-end-lower-adani-green-drops-nearly-4-pc-6655128.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/news-default-img-784x441.jpg IN en Nine Adani group stocks ended lower on Wednesday. The 30-share BSE benchmark Sensex dipped 28.21 points or 0.04% to settle at 75,939.18, while the NSE Nifty skidded 12.40 points to 22,932.90. The SEC is trying to serve its complaint on Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani in the alleged bribery scheme. New Delhi, Feb 19 (PTI) Nine Adani group stocks ended lower on Wednesday as the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has told a federal judge that its efforts to serve its complaint on Gautam A...[+3009 chars] 2025-02-19T12:51:44 Goodman to raise A$4.4b for data centre expansion https://www.nbr.co.nz/investment/goodman-raises-4-4b-for-data-centre-expansion https://d2xgqyuql1olth.cloudfront.net/assets/data-centre_6159.jpeg NZ en Goodman Group is raising up to A$4.4 billion ($4.9 billion) to fund its transformation from property logistics into data centres. It will issue 119.2 million new shares at A$33.50 each, a 6.9% discount to the previous offer. "NBR Lister Greg Goodman's ASX-listed company is raising up to A$4.4b ($4.9b) to fund its ongoing transformation from property logistics into data centres. In an announcement to the ASX today, Goodman ...[+95 chars]" 2025-02-19T12:45:50 Diversified Energy Announces Proposed Offering of Ordinary Shares Diversified Energy Plc https://www.enidnews.com/region/diversified-energy-announces-proposed-offering-of-ordinary-shares/article_cfdbe5a2-e083-5e2c-860a-835cc6ddad96.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diversified Energy Company PLC is launching an underwritten public offering of up to 8,500,000 ordinary shares in the United States. Citigroup and Mizuho are acting as joint book-running managers and underwriters for the proposed Offering. "BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC; NYSE: DEC) ('Diversified' or the ""Company""), an independent energy company focused on natural gas and liqu...[+9817 chars]" 2025-02-19T12:40:00 "Lavras Gold Ranked in the Top 10 of the ""Venture Exchange 50"" Mining Companies for the Second Year in a Row" Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lavras-gold-ranked-top-10-124000057.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/78bd7ab174b0c90e98ba22099725a854 US en Lavras Gold Corp. (TSXV: LGC) has been named as one of the top 50 performers on the TSX Venture Exchange in 2025. Lavras is a Canadian exploration company focused on realizing the potential of a gold district in southern Brazil. Its Lavras do Sul Project is located in Rio Grande do Sul State. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 19, 2025) - Lavras Gold Corp. (TSXV: LGC) (OTCQX: LGCFF) (""Lavras"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce that it has been named as one of the top 50 per...[+5763 chars]" 2025-02-19T12:33:33 SL Green Realty Corp. to Participate in Citi's 30th Annual Global Property CEO Conference SL Green Realty Corp https://www.eagletribune.com/region/sl-green-realty-corp-to-participate-in-citi-s-30th-annual-global-property-ceo-conference/article_07117bb0-5f8f-56e5-b3dc-fbe1a1c31482.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en SL Green Realty Corp. is New York City's largest office landlord. Marc Holliday, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Matt DiLiberto, Chief Financial Officer will participate in a roundtable discussion at Citi's 30th Annual Global Property CEO Conference on March 3, 2025 at 8:50 AM ET. The discussion will be webcast. NEW YORK, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG), New York City's largest office landlord, today announced that Marc Holliday, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Ma...[+466 chars] 2025-02-19T12:33:22 Diversified Energy Announces Proposed Offering of Ordinary Shares Diversified Energy PLC https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/diversified-energy-announces-proposed-offering-of-ordinary-shares/article_6016bfc6-38dc-5652-a4f4-4a39afcae7cc.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diversified Energy Company PLC is launching an underwritten public offering of up to 8,500,000 ordinary shares in the United States. Citigroup and Mizuho are acting as joint book-running managers and underwriters for the proposed Offering. "BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC; NYSE: DEC) ('Diversified' or the ""Company""), an independent energy company focused on natural gas and liqu...[+320 chars]" 2025-02-19T12:32:26 NTG Clarity Recognized as Top 50 TSX Venture Exchange Company Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/241197-ntg-clarity-recognized-as-top-50-tsx-venture-exchange-company https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-241287.jpg CA en NTG Clarity Networks Inc. has been named as one of the top performers on the TSX Venture Exchange. NTG's vision is to be a global leader in digital transformation solutions. The company was established in 1992 and has delivered software, networking, and IT solutions to large enterprises. "Article content Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – February 19, 2025) – NTG Clarity Networks Inc. (TSXV: NCI) (OTC Pink: NYWKF); NTG Clarity ('NTG') is pleased to announce that it has been named as on...[+2594 chars]" 2025-02-19T12:30:11 Signet Jewelers Announces Timing of Fiscal 2025 Fourth Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/signet-jewelers-announces-timing-of-fiscal-2025-fourth-quarter-earnings-release-and-conference-call/article_7fce0fc4-3e10-5e43-be61-b2d9ff0a4781.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Signet Jewelers Limited intends to announce its fourth quarter results at approximately 7:00 a.m. ET on March 19, 2025, on Wednesday, 19th of February 2025. . i in Business Wire's view. "HAMILTON, Bermuda--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 19, 2025-- Signet Jewelers Limited (NYSE: SIG) intends to announce its fourth quarter results at approximately 7:00 a.m. ET on Wednesday, March 19, 2025." 2025-02-19T12:30:11 Signet Jewelers Announces Timing of Fiscal 2025 Fourth Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/signet-jewelers-announces-timing-of-fiscal-2025-fourth-quarter-earnings-release-and-conference-call/article_92311902-2b02-58c4-bad7-f0da505d76aa.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Signet Jewelers Limited intends to announce its fourth quarter results at approximately 7:00 a.m. ET on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 and will be available on the company's website at: www.signetjewelerslimited.com. Signet Jewelers Limited (NYSE: SIG) intends to announce its fourth quarter results at approximately 7:00 a.m. ET on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. 2025-02-19T12:30:00 SL Green Realty Corp. to Participate in Citi's 30th Annual Global Property CEO Conference SL Green Realty Corp https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sl-green-realty-corp-participate-123000478.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/5607b2fc2fb837aef7fda2b1b2ffc736 US en SL Green Realty Corp. is New York City's largest office landlord. Marc Holliday, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Matt DiLiberto, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a roundtable discussion at Citi's 30th Annual Global Property CEO Conference on March 3, 2025 at 8:50 AM ET. The live audio-webcast can be accessed in listen-only mode in the Investors section of the website. NEW YORK, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG), New York City's largest office landlord, today announced that Marc Holliday, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Ma...[+1065 chars] 2025-02-19T12:28:00 Malaysia's SDG Achievement To Hit 43 Per Cent By 2030 -- Hanifah Hajar BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2394064 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/d70a3a622eb5465ad447ca85ec9fef9d67b559bdd1dd6 MY en The target achievement rate for Malaysia's sustainable development goals (SDGs) by 2030 is projected at 43%, compared to the global average of 17%. 12 out of the 17 SDGS show a positive trend. SDG 1: No Poverty has seen a 6.2% reduction in absolute poverty, followed by SDG 5: Gender Equality, with the enforcement of the Sexual Harassment Act 2022 and the operation of the sexual harassment tribunal starting March 2024.SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy has seen encouraging performance regarding access to electricity and renewable energy usage. KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Based on the latest analysis using 2022 data, the target achievement rate for the country's sustainable development goals (SDGs) by 2030 is projected at 43 per cent c...[+1394 chars] 2025-02-19T12:26:14 Almost three quarters of Scottish workers expect responsible pensions from their employer Commercial Editor https://www.scotsman.com/scotsman-money/almost-three-quarters-of-scottish-workers-expect-responsible-pensions-from-their-employer-4998274 https://www.scotsman.com/jpim-static/image/2025/02/19/12/13/Eva-Cairns.jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en 74% of Scottish employees say it's important that their employer offers a responsibly invested pension. 45% don't know if their workplace pension is invested responsibly. Scottish Widows' Responsibly Invested Pensions Report surveyed more than 6,000 employees, employers and financial advisers in the UK to better understand their views of Environmental, Social and Governance related issues. "Eva Cairns of Scottish Widows | supplied Some 74 per cent of Scottish employees say it is important that their employer offers a responsibly invested pension, new research from Scottish Widows has rev...[+3673 chars]" 2025-02-19T12:24:33 Strengthening Shareholder Responsibility: Insights from Japan's SCIENMAG https://scienmag.com/strengthening-shareholder-responsibility-insights-from-japans-corporate-governance-reforms https://scienmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Strengthening-Shareholder-Responsibility-Insights-from-Japans-Corporate-Governance-Reforms.jpeg TR en The study by Toru Yoshikawa and Daisuke Uchida from Waseda University and Keio University looked at the impact of transparency regulations on shareholder dissent in director elections in the Japanese market. They found an increase in shareholder dissent following the introduction of the disclosure mandate. Domestic investors in Japan were criticized for their passive approach towards corporate governance, whereas foreign investors were more attuned to local regulatory environments. The evolving landscape of corporate governance has come to the forefront of academic study, particularly in light of recent regulatory changes that aim to enhance the accountability of institutional i...[+6535 chars] 2025-02-19T12:17:40 Assets Declaration: You missed the chance to publish your declared assets publicly https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Assets-Declaration-You-missed-the-chance-to-publish-your-declared-assets-publicly-Domelevo-to-Mahama-1972149 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/428/42855653.jpg GH en Daniel Yao Domelevo has responded to President John Dramani Mahama's declaration of his assets to the current Auditor-General, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu. He believes the president missed an opportunity to introduce significant changes in the process of asset declaration by state officials and appointees in Ghana. "General News of Wednesday, 19 February 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com The former Auditor-General, Daniel Yao Domelevo, has responded to President John Dramani Mahama's declaration of his assets to the ...[+2418 chars]" 2025-02-19T12:00:28 Death of DEI is a massive reminder there are better ways to run a business Gleb Tsipursky https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/death-dei-massive-reminder-better-ways-run-business https://static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2023/11/walmart-ohio-beavercreek-google-maps.jpg US en Target, Meta Platforms, Amazon, McDonald's and Ford are scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. President Donald Trump signed executive orders aimed at dismantling DEI initiatives within federal agencies. Corporate leaders are exploring evidence-based, merit-driven decision-making frameworks. Once embraced as a moral imperative and business imperative in the wake of the 2020 protests, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs are now under intense political and regulatory scrutiny. Ma...[+4454 chars] 2025-02-19T12:00:00 How Arizona operations are redefining sustainable mining Erin Thorburn https://azbigmedia.com/business/how-arizona-operations-are-redefining-sustainable-mining https://azbigmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sustainable-mining-1024x576.png US en Sustainable mining is the practice of extracting resources while minimizing environmental impact and improving social and economic outcomes. Some sustainable mining practices include using renewable energy, water management and low-impact mining techniques. In-situ copper recovery (ISCR) process is a more environmentally friendly process. Florence Copper's ISCR technology is forecast to produce 75% fewer carbon emissions, use 65% less energy and consume 78% less water per pound of copper produced. Ask an industry expert what they think sustainable mining means and you'll likely receive varied answers. Depending on the field and subject-matter expertise, sustainability could center on reducing w...[+12759 chars] 2025-02-19T11:42:45 'The global pace of change remains insufficient': HSBC pushes back net zero target by 20 years https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409794/global-pace-change-remains-insufficient-hsbc-pushes-net-zero-target https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/a0c93c3/d66617cd-d867-413b-8790-53fa604993fa/4/iStock-157728883-370x229.jpg GB en HSBC has pushed back its net zero target by 20 years. The company is aiming to meet the goal across its operations, travel and supply chains by 2050. It is blaming challenges in tackling climate change for the delay.   Â HSBC has pushed back its net zero target by 20 years, with the banking giant now aiming to meet the goal across its operations, travel, and supply chains by 2050. The company blamed challenges in tack...[+7 chars] 2025-02-19T11:42:28 India already exceeding key climate goals: UN climate chief https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/science/un-climate-chief-lauds-india-s-progress-in-clean-energy-sector/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/l80020250219170624.jpeg IN en India's climate plans were submitted to UNFCCC in 2022. The country aims to cut GDP emission intensity by 45% from 2005 levels by 2030 and reach a cumulative electric power installed capacity of 50% from non-fossil fuel-based energy resources by the same year. India has also pledged to create an additional carbon sink of between 2.5 billion and 3 billion tons through increased forest and tree cover by 2030. "India's climate plans, or Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), were submitted to the UNFCCC in 2022. The country aims to cut GDP emission intensity by 45% from 2005 levels by 2030, and reach a ...[+267 chars]" 2025-02-19T11:36:25 HSBC net zero goal delayed 20 years, as CEO offered 600% bonus The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/HSBC_net_zero_goal_delayed_20_years_as_CEO_offered_600_bonus https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/[] US en HSBC is delaying key parts of its climate goals by 20 years and watering down environmental targets in a new long-term bonus for Georges Elhedery. Bank moves climate targets from 2030 to 2050 and waters down environmental goals in plan for George's. Bank moves climate targets from 2030 to 2050 and waters down environmental goals in plan for Georges ElhederyHSBC is delaying key parts of its climate goals by 20 years, while watering down environmen...[+36 chars] 2025-02-19T11:33:06 DEI's undoing: How Walmart, McDonald's, and more are adapting to Trump https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/19/deis-undoing-how-walmart-mcdonalds-and-more-are-adapting-to-trump https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DEIs-undoing-How-Walmart-McDonalds-and-more-are-adapting-to.jpg US en Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has become a key focus for global corporations in recent years. According to research firm Reputation Leaders, 63% of Americans consider DEI policies important for U.S. companies in 2025. Noa Gafni, a faculty member at Columbia University, says DEI programs were well-intentioned but lacked the strategies needed to create lasting change. "In recent years, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has become a key focus for global corporations. However, as societal and political pressures intensify under President Donald Trump, companies i...[+1335 chars]" 2025-02-19T11:19:29 Johor-Singapore SEZ gets US$150 million boost from Hong Kong battery maker Jean Iau https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3299328/malaysias-johor-singapore-sez-gets-us150-million-boost-hong-kong-battery-maker https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/02/19/2eeeaae2-cf7b-4a60-b1ee-818089cf0c7a_5de96f37.jpg?itok=CZ_CQajN&v=1739963966 HK en Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) has received one of its earliest investors in battery maker Gold Peak Technology Group. Hong Kong-listed firm intends to expand production outside mainland China. Gold Peak is investing about 670 million ringgit (US$150 million) to build a new facility combining manufacturing and research and development in Johor. The much-touted Johor- Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) has received one of its earliest investors in battery maker Gold Peak Technology Group, with the Hong Kong-listed firm intending to expa...[+1286 chars] 2025-02-19T11:17:09 ‘The gift that keeps on giving': Malin's 2024 growth fuels €150m shareholder payout Vish Gain https://www.businesspost.ie/markets/the-gift-that-keeps-on-giving-malins-2024-growth-fuels-e150m-shareholder-payout https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=c4504242-b8f2-5299-b2dc-c12a1019f920&type=preview&function=original IE en The Dublin-listed company's AGM will be held on March 13 followed by an EGM to vote on tender offer resolutions. The company's shareholders will vote on the tender offer resolution at the EGM on March 14th. The AGM takes place immediately afterwards. "Markets The Dublin-listed company's AGM will be held on March 13, immediately followed by its EGM to vote on tender offer resolutions" 2025-02-19T11:00:57 HSBC pushes back climate targets by 20 years and blames ‘lag' in government policy Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.independent.co.uk/business/hsbc-climate-target-delay-uk-government-b2700774.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/02/14/13/f08c089de3d6e6f9ed3509e9e003a9cdY29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzM5NjI0MTcz-2.10325897.jpg?width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800 GB en HSBC has pushed back a climate target to reduce planet-heating emissions caused by its operations and supply chain by 20 years. The UK's largest bank announced sweeping updates to its strategy to achieve net zero emissions as a firm by 2050. The bank previously acknowledged its 'heavy financed emissions footprint' and introduced sector-specific targets to cut lending. "HSBC has pushed back a climate target to reduce planet-heating emissions caused by its operations and supply chain by 20 years. Publishing its annual results, in which it confirmed a round of jobs cut...[+4150 chars]" 2025-02-19T11:00:24 Experts urge transparency, fluidity in AI policies Casey Weldon https://www.prdaily.com/experts-urge-transparency-fluidity-in-ai-policies https://s39940.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/iStock-1449569562.jpg US en As AI becomes more pervasive, organizations must craft clear policies that emphasize transparency and align with business objectives. Sarah Vasquez, senior manager of policy and corporate communications at Mozilla, stressed the importance of maintaining open conversations and crafting team-specific AI use policies. Vanessa Neurohr, VP of customer success at Muck Rack, recommends sharing AI use cases internally. "As AI becomes more pervasive, organizations must craft clear policies that emphasize transparency and align with business objectives. At Ragan's Future of Communications conference in Austin, Texas, S...[+729 chars]" 2025-02-19T11:00:00 Revealed: the 24-hour vote that killed off ASX diversity plan Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/revealed-the-24-hour-vote-that-killed-off-asx-diversity-plan-20250219-p5lde3 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.9951%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_429%2C$y_299/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_exclusive_no_age_social_wm/7ab5228b95b7b2b3664b9292f39d5bd71406bf4c AU en The ASX Corporate Governance Council will kill proposed new rules for listed companies which include personal disclosures by directors on diversity. Close to half of the 19 members including the ASX voted not to proceed. The changes have split the council on a range of fronts including contentious changes on diversity reporting. The ASX Corporate Governance Council will kill proposed new rules for listed companies which include personal disclosures by directors on diversity, after close to half of the 19 members including the...[+394 chars] 2025-02-19T10:34:41 HSBC pushes net-zero target back 20 years Samuel Norman https://www.cityam.com/hsbc-net-zero-target-delayed-20-years https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/HSBC-1200-x800-1.jpeg GB en HSBC has put a 20-year delay on its climate target which aims to reduce emissions across the bank's operations. The delay means the bank now expects to achieve a 40 per cent reduction in emissions by 2030. Barclays and Natwest dropped their climate goals from bonus schemes for senior executives. Six of the biggest US banks have also altered their climate commitments. "HSBC has put a 20-year delay on its climate target which aims to reduce emissions across the bank's operations. Announcing its annual results Wednesday morning, the FTSE 100 giant's new boss Georges E...[+1677 chars]" 2025-02-19T10:29:25 HSBC net zero goal delayed 20 years, as CEO offered 600% bonus Kalyeena Makortoff https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/feb/19/hsbc-net-zero-goal-delayed-20-years-ceo-bonus https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/7a3f1058a64fae8a87a0989a6314f62da9d0ca0f/189_523_3096_1858/master/3096.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=f17a7d2dac5e0e029857cfee5bdf404e GB en HSBC is delaying key parts of its climate goals by 20 years and watering down environmental targets in a new long-term bonus plan for its chief executive, Georges Elhedery. It is part of a wider pay proposal that will give him a chance to earn up to £15m a year, up 43% from his current potential pay of £10.5m. It comes amid a worrying climate backlash in the US. HSBC has been criticised after it delayed key parts of its climate goals by 20 years, while watering down environmental targets in a new long-term bonus plan for its chief executive, Georges Elhedery,...[+4489 chars] 2025-02-19T09:58:59 Trump's SEC leader shifts power from investors to boardrooms Ross Kerber https://finance.yahoo.com/news/analysis-trumps-sec-leader-shifts-192749673.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/d19c682a59190612cbaa9d49eea064a3 US en The Securities and Exchange Commission has changed its policies to give corporate boards more power over investors. The changes could curtail investor-initiated reform efforts on everything from climate policy to director contests. The SEC's changes are in line with other Trump administration efforts. "By Ross Kerber (Reuters) -New policies from the top U.S. securities regulator hand corporate boards more power over investors in ways that could curtail investor-initiated reform efforts on everything...[+4828 chars]" 2025-02-19T09:58:26 HSBC Revises Net-Zero Emissions Goal Amid Economic Challenges Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3270207-hsbc-revises-net-zero-emissions-goal-amid-economic-challenges https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/18_02_2020_12_36_00_7640938.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en HSBC steps back from its 2030 net-zero carbon emissions target. The bank, Europe's largest, now aims for a 40% reduction by 2030, while setting a new mid-century net- zero goal. Climate activists worry the bank's decision signals a retreat from climate commitments. HSBC has announced a shift in its carbon emissions strategy, stepping back from its 2030 net-zero target. This change is attributed to slow advancements in the real economy, limiting the bank's influe...[+535 chars] 2025-02-19T09:48:52 Many companies ‘hellbent' on DEI box-ticking are dying https://www.skynews.com.au/opinion/rita-panahi/many-companies-hellbent-on-dei-boxticking-are-dying/video/dc5fcd62eaf99a779f58ee1da747bfb9 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/21b5fcb56ad7c2ee5078cb5a8ec151b7 AU en Sky News host Gary Hardgrave says companies must hire on competence, not on identity, as DEI is just an anagram of DIE. He also criticizes companies that are 'hellbent on box-ticking'  in his interview with Rita Panahi. "Sky News host Gary Hardgrave says companies must hire on 'competence not on identity'. 'DEI is just an anagram of DIE, which is what's happening to a lot of companies who are completely hellbent on bo...[+121 chars]" 2025-02-19T09:31:56 HSBC pushes back climate emissions target, to review policies Simon Jessop https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/hsbc-pushes-back-climate-emissions-target-review-policies-2025-02-19 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/GBNHADHITVKJLAML6YHZ6Z4RQA.jpg?auth=cefdbcd03613518fbf3e39acdc1d193d248fd5dadca01e28441cceee09a5e903&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en HSBC is pushing back its emissions-reduction goal to mid-century. The bank expects to record a 40% drop in emissions across its operations, business travel and supply chain by 2030. It had previously planned to reach net-zero across its business with the help of carbon credits. "Summary Companies Now expects 40% cut in emissions by 2030 Says pace of change in real economy is proving slow Also cites updated guidance on carbon credits HSBC to take 'more measured approach' to fo...[+3226 chars]" 2025-02-19T09:31:38 HSBC delays net-zero emissions target by 20 years CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/hsbc-delays-net-zero-emissions-target-20-years-4946801 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--dTnbvKkx--/fl_relative,g_south_east,l_mediacorp:cna:watermark:2024-04:reuters_1,w_0.1/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/one-cms/core/2025-02-19t100036z_1_lynxnpel1i0a5_rtroptp_3_hsbc-sustainability.jpg?itok=uBn5NLHF SG en HSBC is ditching its target of reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its business by 2030 because of slow change in the economy. Europe's biggest bank is now aiming to reach the target 20 years later than planned, by 2050. It only expects to record a 40 per cent drop in emissions across operations, business travel and supply chains this decade. LONDON : HSBC is ditching its target of reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its business by 2030 because of slow change in the economy, the bank said on Wednesday, compounding fears from campaig...[+2803 chars] 2025-02-19T09:25:06 HSBC Delays Climate Targets to 2050 as Green Progress Slows list.metadata.agency https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/hsbc-delays-climate-targets-to-2050-as-green-progress-slows-11739957106882.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/06/1600x900/company_1_1733464951182_1733464958176.png IN en HSBC has pushed back its climate targets by two decades and is reviewing other objectives. Europe's biggest bank says its efforts to cut emissions are being hampered by the slow pace of decarbonization in the wider economy. HSBC follows businesses from Walmart to Air New Zealand in delaying or abandoning deadlines for climate targets. (Bloomberg) -- HSBC Holdings Plc pushed back its deadline to meet a number of key climate targets by two decades and is reviewing other objectives, as Europe's biggest bank says its efforts to cut emi...[+2569 chars] 2025-02-19T09:23:22 HSBC pushes back climate target for operations and supply chain by 20 years Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.independent.co.uk/business/hsbc-climate-target-delay-uk-government-b2700774.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/02/19/09/19092155-29deeb35-470c-4c8f-98c2-af280cdea96a.jpg?width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800 GB en HSBC has pushed back a climate target to reduce planet-heating emissions caused by its operations and supply chain by 20 years. The UK's largest bank announced sweeping updates to its strategy to achieve net zero emissions as a firm by 2050. It also announced a review of its 2030 targets to reduce emissions from its financing of polluting firms. "HSBC has pushed back a climate target to reduce planet-heating emissions caused by its operations and supply chain by 20 years. Publishing its annual results, in which it confirmed a round of jobs cut...[+4150 chars]" 2025-02-19T09:23:22 HSBC pushes back climate target for operations and supply chain by 20 years Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/hsbc-pushes-back-climate-target-for-operations-and-supply-chain-by-20-years-b1212019.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/02/19/09/19092155-29deeb35-470c-4c8f-98c2-af280cdea96a.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en HSBC is still a member of the Net Zero Banking Alliance. Mr Elhedery did not answer when asked if it would leave the alliance as a result of updates to its green plans. US banks have already pulled out of the alliance.   As US banks pull out of the Net Zero Banking Alliance, Mr Elhedery said HSBC was still a member of the climate industry group but did not answer when questioned about whether it would leave as a resul...[+36 chars] 2025-02-19T09:19:46 Nations Financial Group Inc. IA ADV Sells 457 Shares of Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/19/nations-financial-group-inc-ia-adv-sells-457-shares-of-schlumberger-limited-nyseslb.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/schlumberger-logo-1200x675.jpg&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Nations Financial Group Inc. IA ADV trimmed its stake in shares of Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) by 7.0% in the 4th quarter. The institutional investor owned 6,035 shares of the oil and gas company's stock after selling 457 shares during the period. Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also bought and sold stock in the company. The company reported $0.92 earnings per share for the quarter. Nations Financial Group Inc. IA ADV trimmed its stake in shares of Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB ) by 7.0% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional ...[+5185 chars] 2025-02-19T09:16:02 Namibian Stock Exchange rebrands to Namibia Securities Exchange effective as of https://economist.com.na/95476/retail/namibian-stock-exchange-rebrands-to-namibia-securities-exchange https://economist.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Logo-2017.jpg NA en The Namibian Stock Exchange has announced its rebranding to the Namibia Securities Exchange (NSX) effective as of November 2024. The change reflects the exchange's commitment to enhancing and diversifying the capital market and driving future economic growth. The NSX has requested that all stakeholders update their records to reflect the name change. "The Namibian Stock Exchange has announced its rebranding to the Namibia Securities Exchange (NSX), effective as of November 2024. This change reflects the exchange's commitment to enhancing and divers...[+630 chars]" 2025-02-19T09:03:00 Urgent calls for support measures for SMEs from Godongwana Dhivana Rajgopaul https://www.iol.co.za/business/advice/budget-2025-urgent-calls-for-support-measures-for-smes-from-godongwana-81fe7868-003e-4ee1-9495-01129ca78838 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Finance-Minister-Enoch-Godongwana-is-urged-to-prioritise-urgent-support-measures-for-SMEs-in-the-upcoming-2025-Budget-Speech-to-ensure-their-survival-and-growth?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/795868cf1a346f2324972bc34896897c218b7c62/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x103&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana must provide practical measures in his 2025 Budget Speech that will create a more enabling environment for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This is according to Shawn Theunissen, founder of Entrepreneurship To The Point (ETTP) and Property Point. SMEs continue to be the backbone of the South African economy, but they still face systemic barriers that hinder their growth. "Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana must provide clear, practical measures in his 2025 Budget Speech that will create a more enabling environment for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This is accordi...[+5479 chars]" 2025-02-19T09:00:00 Acceptance, not rejection https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/opinion/acceptance-not-rejection/article_8ae39832-ee3c-11ef-ba2a-f352867c0e5e.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/victoriaadvocate.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/3d/93d23d28-31c8-11e8-8d93-67d768207613/5aba50eed707e.image.jpg?crop=259%2C259%2C60%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en 19 Republican AGs, including Ken Paxton of Texas, urge Costco to rescind DEI policies. Lynda McCluer's daughter is a recipient of Costco's inclusiveness policies. She has a home, a car, a well-funded retirement plan, and she pays taxes on time. "Dear Editor, Re: 19 Republican AGs, including Ken Paxton of Texas, urge Costco to rescind DEI policies We need acceptance, not suspicion, obstacles, and rejection Attorney General Paxton said recently...[+1447 chars]" 2025-02-19T08:57:59 Patricia Scotland Bids Farewell: Outgoing CSG to address CARICOM leaders one last time Monica Walker https://wicnews.com/caribbean/patricia-scotland-bids-farewell-outgoing-csg-to-address-caricom-leaders-one-last-time https://content.wicnews.com/production/media/18543/conversions/01JMEQBCH7B3XXQ0BYPP0SR150-seo.webp unknown en Patricia Scotland is the 6th Commonwealth Secretary General. She will conclude her tenure this year at the 48th regular meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the CARICOM in Barbados from February 19 to 21, 2025. The meeting will be held under the theme 'Strength in Unity: Forging Caribbean Resilience, Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development'. CSG Scotland will highlight economic resilience, climate action and digital transformation in her final address at the upcoming meeting. "CSG Scotland to highlight economic resilience, climate action, and digital transformation in her final address. Wednesday, 19th February 2025 The 6th Commonwealth Secretary General, Patricia Scotland ...[+3145 chars]" 2025-02-19T08:44:48 Venkataramani Warns Climate Change Demands Urgent Global Action ANI https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/climate-change-not-elite-discussion-civilizational-crossroads-demanding-urgent-427 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Committee on Legal Services hosted the inaugural SILF-CII ESG & Climate Law Day February 18. R Venkataramani, Attorney General of India, was the keynote speaker. New Delhi [India], February 18 (ANI): The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Committee on Legal Services on Tuesday hosted the inaugural SILF-CI...[+3735 chars] 2025-02-19T08:32:35 RHB raises sustainability financing target to RM90bil from RM50bil Diyana Isamudin https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/02/1177290/rhb-raises-sustainability-financing-target-rm90bil-rm50bil https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/HQ24102023BL-01_%282%29_%285%29_1739953944.jpg MY en RHB Banking Group has raised its sustainable financing target to RM90 billion by 2027. It is to empower more businesses to accelerate their transition to low-carbon practices. The bank has already achieved 85 per cent of the previous RM50 billion sustainable financial services target by 2026. "KUALA LUMPUR: RHB Banking Group has raised its sustainable financing target to RM90 billion in sustainable financial services (SFS) by 2027. This is to empower more businesses to accelerate their tran...[+1563 chars]" 2025-02-19T08:11:00 DNV appointed by the ASEAN Taxonomy Board as technical advisor to develop latest version of the ASEAN Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dnv-appointed-asean-taxonomy-board-081100812.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/a0b0198acdea683f05701a18c581b0cf US en ASEAN Taxonomy provides a unified classification system for sustainable economic activities within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). DNV has been working closely with the ATB working groups to enhance the ASEAN taxonomy's scope. DNV is an independent assurance and risk management provider operating in more than 100 countries. "ASEAN Taxonomy provides a unified classification system for sustainable economic activities within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations BANGKOK, Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DNV, the independen...[+4769 chars]" 2025-02-19T08:02:33 Tiger Outlook 2025: A resounding success in shaping an inclusive economy Gma News https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/cbb/content/936717/tiger-outlook-2025-a-resounding-success-in-shaping-an-inclusive-economy/story https://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2025/02/ust_2025_02_19_16_01_02.jpg PH en The UST Artlets Economics Society hosted Tiger Outlook 2025: Striving for an Inclusive Economy under the Thomasian Lens. The event brought together renowned economists, political analysts, and sustainability advocates for an insightful discussion on the challenges and opportunities shaping the Philippine and global economy. The UST Artlets Economics Society (UST-AES), in collaboration with the Department of Economics, successfully hosted Tiger Outlook 2025: Striving for an Inclusive Economy under the Thomasian Lens, brin...[+1152 chars] 2025-02-19T07:48:09 Wall Street banks scrub DEI language from websites in latest retreat from corporate wokeness: report Taylor Herzlich https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/wall-street-banks-scrub-dei-language-from-websites-in-latest-retreat-from-ff3a575a11efa211b5a2ff1579aa2c6ea17541bd https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/view-exterior-morgan-stanley-headquarters-98740966.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1200 FR en JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley and Citigroup have been erasing so-called diversity, equity and inclusion language from their websites. Wells Fargo and Bank of America have also started to scrutinize their own DEI language. Citi removed some of its LGBTQ language from its career website. "Major Wall Street banks are reportedly scrubbing DEI verbiage from their websites in the latest industry retreat since Donald Trump took office and took aim at corporate wokeness. JPMorgan Chase, Morg...[+1181 chars]" 2025-02-19T07:25:00 SGI vows to become Korea's leading dividend stock Jun Ji-hye https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2025/02/126_392593.html https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/012ac73941d44ea58c86aa2fbc88e7a9.jpg KR en Seoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI) is making its second attempt at a KOSPI listing. The company will offer 10 percent of its outstanding shares against a 93.85 percent stake held by its majority shareholder, the Korea Deposit Insurance Corp. The desired IPO price per share ranges from 26,000 won to 31,800 won. Public subscription will be open for two days on March 5 and 6, with the listing scheduled for March 14. The dividend record date is set for early April. Seoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI), which is making its second attempt at a KOSPI listing, will implement a more proactive and differentiated shareholder return policy to become one of Korea's leading di...[+1952 chars] 2025-02-19T07:19:27 ASX moves to push back DEI following Trump's ‘seismic' executive orders Sky News Australia https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/other/asx-moves-to-push-back-dei-following-trump-s-seismic-executive-orders/ar-AA1zl2sa US en The Australian Stock Exchange has reportedly dropped plans for company directors to disclose their sexuality and other personal details after a vote by key business groups. Peta Credlin lauds the knocking back of DEI measures in Australia following US President Donald Trump's executive orders targeting these programs in the government and private sector. "Sky News host Peta Credlin lauds the knocking back of DEI measures in Australia following US President Donald Trump's executive orders targeting these programs in the government and private sector. Th...[+402 chars]" 2025-02-19T07:12:59 U.S. investors to lead activist charge in Europe in 2025, study says John Revill https://www.reuters.com/markets/us-investors-lead-activist-charge-europe-2025-study-says-2025-02-19 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/GPHRAW44ORK6XCBBDLJVG4PM7U.jpg?auth=662bca68e1aeddcdae2640570e1927265caa1e14615e080796829a63d99e209f&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Activist investors are expected to step up their campaigns across Europe this year. Low market valuations of European companies make it cheaper for U.S. firms to build stakes and demand changes. Last year, 35% of public activist campaigns in Europe were launched by American-based funds. Britain, Switzerland and Germany are increasingly in their sights. ZURICH, Feb 19 (Reuters) - Activist investors are expected to step up their campaigns across Europe this year, with American firms increasingly involved buying into companies to put pressure on their ...[+1633 chars] 2025-02-19T06:50:29 Can Singapore's 2025 Budget Give a Boost to the Singapore Exchange (SGX)? Joanna Sng https://sg.news.yahoo.com/singapore-2025-budget-boost-singapore-065029430.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_smart_investor_443/929faf9b1771ece949f7fab266c14960 US en Singapore's Budget 2025 has introduced a series of measures aimed at strengthening the country's capital markets. One of the key takeaways from this year's Budget is the introduction of tax incentives for fund managers who invest in Singapore-listed companies. The Smart Investor believes that these government initiatives aim to create a more conducive environment for long-term investors. "Singapore's Budget 2025 has introduced a series of measures aimed at strengthening the country's capital markets. If all goes as planned, these initiatives could provide a much-needed boost to the Sin...[+3619 chars]" 2025-02-19T06:40:00 Notice of Marimekko Corporation's Annual General Meeting Marimekko Corporation https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/notice-marimekko-corporation-annual-general-064000463.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/653f7c63a286a626a5431f083c11e90d US en Annual General Meeting of Marimekko Corporation will be held on Tuesday 15 April 2025 at 2.00 p.m. (EEST) at Karamzininranta 4, 00100 Helsinki. The registration of attendees and the distribution of voting slips will commence at the meeting venue at 1.00 pm EEST. The company's financial statements, the report of the Board of Directors, the auditor's report and the assurance report on sustainability reporting for 2024 will be made available on 25 March 2025 at the latest on the company's website. The Board proposes to the Annual General Meeting that a regular dividend of EUR 0.40 and an extraordinary dividend of 0.25 per share "Marimekko Corporation, Stock Exchange Release, 19 February 2025 at 8.40 a.m. EET Notice of Marimekko Corporation's Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of Marimekko Corporation will be he...[+26902 chars]" 2025-02-19T06:17:38 Diversity Movement Has Weakened but Not Gone, Analysts Say https://www.ntd.com/diversity-movement-has-weakened-but-not-gone-analysts-say_1048392.html https://i.ntd.com/assets/uploads/2023/02/ESG-1200x630.jpeg US en Kevin Stocklin is a reporter for The Epoch Times and a former Wall Street banker. Kevin Stocklin talks about the evolution of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The ESG movement began two decades ago to align private companies with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Despite reports of the decline of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, many experts believe they are not disappearing but evolvi...[+202 chars] 2025-02-19T05:38:24 No pay rise for Europe's CEOs in 10 years Thea Coates Finance Reporter https://londonlovesbusiness.com/no-pay-rise-for-europes-ceos-in-10-years https://mloyoq1wv9pf.i.optimole.com/w:auto/h:auto/q:mauto/f:best/ig:avif/https://londonlovesbusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/London-City-Airpoty-2023-Damian-Gillie-Avalon.jpg GB en The median total CEO remuneration in 2023 stands at €3.809.077, a modest increase from €2.881.581 in 2014. CEO shareholding has risen from 200% of base pay in 2014 to over 250% today. "The level of total remuneration for CEOs in Europe has remained largely unchanged over the past decade, finds new research from Vlerick Business School. The study, led by Professor Xavier Baeten, an e...[+2765 chars]" 2025-02-19T05:02:31 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Assurance Report for 2024 – Carbon Emissions (HSBC - Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/PricewaterhouseCoopers_LLP_Assurance_Report_for_2024_Carbon_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/[] US en Independent Limited Assurance Report to the Directors of HSBC Holdings plc on selected Subject Matter Information within the Annual Report and Accounts and the ESG Data Pack for the year ended 31 December 2024 is sent to them on their behalf. It is for their limited assurance. ")Independent Limited Assurance Report to the Directors of HSBC Holdings plc on selected Subject Matter Information within the Annual Report and Accounts (""ARA"") and the ESG Data Pack for the year ende...[+39 chars]" 2025-02-19T05:02:30 EGCO Group unveils 2025 business plan with 30 billion baht investment and 'Triple P' strategy to grow power business and generate more income (EGCO - Electricity Generating pcl) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/EGCO_Group_unveils_2025_business_plan_with_30_billion_baht_i https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WRDzufxzWBw/0.jpg US en EGCO Group has announced its 2025 business plan, featuring a 30-billion-baht investment aimed at expanding its power and energy-related businesses both domestically and internationally. It is called Electricity Generating Public Company Limited or EGCO Group. It's a public limited company. )Electricity Generating Public Company Limited or EGCO Group has announced its 2025 business plan, featuring a 30-billion-baht investment aimed at expanding its power and energy-related businesses bot...[+40 chars] 2025-02-19T04:52:52 Glocomp leads green push with industry leaders Faiqah Kamaruddin https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/02/1177136/glocomp-leads-green-push-industry-leaders https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/Gobind_Singh_Deo-101224_1739940762.jpg MY en Glocomp Systems (M) Sdn Bhd has partnered with key industry stakeholders to promote sustainability adoption in the manufacturing sector. The Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability Pilot aims to equip businesses with AI-powered analytics, emissions monitoring, and efficient environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting. "KUALA LUMPUR: ICT solutions provider Glocomp Systems (M) Sdn Bhd has partnered with key industry stakeholders to promote sustainability adoption in the manufacturing sector. This partnership involves ...[+2146 chars]" 2025-02-19T04:52:00 Shein's LSE Listing: Boost or Burden for Fashion Giant? Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/sheins-lse-listing-boost-or-burden-for-fashion-1410597 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1487956382158-bb926046304a%3Fixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bixid%3DMXwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHw%253D%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1351%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en Shein's mooted flotation on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) could be larger than any stock exchange listing seen in Europe in the last year. Shein's founder Chris Xu relocated himself and the company's headquarters to Singapore in 2022. There are concerns about the controversial business model and practices of Shein. Fast fashion giant Shein's mooted flotation on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) could be larger than any stock exchange listing seen in Europe in the last year . Coming at a time when the LSE is strugg...[+6579 chars] 2025-02-19T04:07:00 NSE Clearing asks BSE to pay Rs 104 crore as SGF dues ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/nse-clearing-asks-bse-to-pay-rs-104-crore-as-sgf-dues/articleshow/118371184.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118371196,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-54340,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en NSE Clearing has issued a fresh demand of ₹104 crore on the BSE as a contribution to the Settlement Guarantee Fund (SGF). The demand is based on a recent stress test held on January 25. BSE has been asked to provide the required contribution by February 28. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel Mumbai: NSE Clearing , the clearing house of the National Stock Exchange, has issued a fresh demand of ₹104 crore...[+1513 chars]" 2025-02-19T03:36:39 The ESG Fraud Is Unraveling David Schaefer https://www.realclearpolitics.com/2025/02/18/the_esg_fraud_is_unraveling_641262.html https://www.realclearpolitics.com/asset/img/social_media_assets/site_logos/rcp.png US en The ESG movement is coming undone as new research reveals the flaws in its financial claims. Once championed by major firms and political elites, ESG is now facing scrutiny for prioritizing ideology over profitability.  “ESG” is a movement that promotes ideology over profit. The ESG movement is coming undone as new research reveals the flaws in its financial claims. Once championed by major firms and political elites, ESG is now facing scrutiny for prioritizing ideology o...[+18 chars] 2025-02-19T03:13:19 Companies urged to rethink message delivery in AI and social media era Syakirah Nor https://www.nst.com.my/business/economy/2025/02/1177055/companies-urged-rethink-message-delivery-ai-and-social-media-era https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/FAM90_NSTfield_image_socialmedia.var_1739934795.jpg MY en Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil is speaking at the Impact Communication Conference organised by Interadigm. He stressed that corporate communications should involve a cohesive strategy aligned with the organisation's objectives. He also stressed that effective communication is not just about external messaging but about ensuring the message is understood internally within the organisation. KUALA LUMPUR: Companies must embrace a more comprehensive approach to corporate communications and rethink how they craft and deliver messages in an age driven by artificial intelligence, social media...[+1420 chars] 2025-02-19T02:45:00 ESG And DEI Are Down But Not Out, Analysts Say Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/political/esg-and-dei-are-down-not-out-analysts-say https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-02/esg.JPG?itok=apRcZ3fG BG en The environmental, social and governance (ESG) movement is on the decline. Many companies are downsizing their diversity programs. Some experts say the trend may be a rebranding of the movement. The number of shareholder proposals on environmental and social topics exploded in the past decade. "Authored by Kevin Stocklin via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Despite recent eulogies for the environmental, social and governance (ESG) movement, as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) p...[+4688 chars]" 2025-02-19T02:40:12 Time for a first principles model of corporate governance John Wylie https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/time-for-a-first-principles-model-of-corporate-governance-20250219-p5ldca https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.5298%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/9944768b238b5525f44e18364be73e8280d0bcb7 AU en It's time for a fresh start for the ASX's corporate governance principles for listed companies. The current process run by an autonomous corporate governance council has run its course and was overtaken by events. It's a huge committee that's independent of ASX and is not accountable to anyone. It's time for a fresh start for the ASX's corporate governance principles for our listed companies. Starting with a clean sheet of paper and one simple question in mind: what governance model will bes...[+630 chars] 2025-02-19T02:28:00 Dombrovskis Addresses EU Parliament On Legal Reforms Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/dombrovskis-addresses-eu-parliament-on-legal-1410497 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=cdn.pixabay.com%2Fphoto%2F2018%2F08%2F09%2F20%2F11%2Fbelgium-3595351_960_720.jpg US en The EU can no longer afford to continue with business as usual. The Commission has prioritised enhancing Europe's competitiveness in its new mandate. Regulation is seen by more than 60% of EU companies as an obstacle to investment and 55% of SMEs as their greatest challenge. Last Tuesday, the Commission took a first step towards making EU rules simpler and easier for citizens and businesses. "Thank you for your invitation to join you today to outline our recent Communication on implementation and simplification and the strong simplification dimension of the 2025 Commission work programme. ...[+10249 chars]" 2025-02-19T02:26:30 Climate change must be part of everyday conversations: Attorney General at SILF-CII ESG & Climate Law Day www.ETEnergyworld.com https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/climate-change-must-be-part-of-everyday-conversations-attorney-general-at-silf-cii-esg-climate-law-day/118372278 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118372278,imgsize-1265845,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/renewable/climate-change-must-be-part-of-everyday-conversations-attorney-general-at-silf-cii-esg-climate-law-day.jpg IN en SILF-CII ESG & Climate Law Day was organized by the Society of Indian Law Firms and the Confederation of Indian Industry on February 18, 2025. The virtual conference brought together global legal experts, policymakers and industry leaders to discuss the role of law in addressing climate challenges. Attorney General R Venkataramani delivered the keynote address. "New Delhi: Attorney General R Venkataramani emphasized the need for climate governance to be integrated into daily discourse, stating, 'Climate change is not merely an elite discussion; it must become...[+4853 chars]" 2025-02-19T02:24:30 Redeem Your Financial Pledges, Oxfam Urges Nations The Tide https://www.thetidenewsonline.com/2025/02/19/redeem-your-financial-pledges-oxfam-urges-nations https://www.thetidenewsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/forex-400x240.jpg NG en Oxfam is calling on developed countries to honour their financial commitments made during the 27th Conference of Parties (COP27) convention on climate change. Oxfam said the actual amount already delivered was low with much of the finance provided as loans aggravating debt burdens in vulnerable countries. Nigeria has developed the gas master plan following its commitment to COP27 to transit energy to net zero by 2060 and to the Paris agreement of accelerating climate action. Oxfam, an international organisation, has called on nations to honour their financial commitments made during the 27th Conference of Parties (COP27) convention on climate change. The Oxfam Programme M...[+11499 chars] 2025-02-19T01:49:15 GlobalTech Horizons Asia (GTH-Asia) Expands Operations to Strengthen Regional Presence United Arab Emirates https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/19/tmt-newswire/plentisoft/globaltech-horizons-asia-gth-asia-expands-operations-to-strengthen-regional-presence/2058121 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/19/543844.png PH en GTH-Asia is expanding its operations across Asia. The company's first phase of expansion will focus on Singapore, Thailand, Australia and Malaysia. The expansion is a key step in GTH-Group's broader strategy to drive global financial empowerment and technological advancement. GlobalTech Horizons Group oversees a global investment portfolio exceeding $3 billion USD AUM. "GTH-Asia Launches Strategic Expansion to Enhance Investment and Technological Growth Across Key Asian Markets. United Arab Emirates , February 19, 2025 -- GlobalTech Horizons Asia (GTH-Asia), the regi...[+4457 chars]" 2025-02-19T01:43:10 OECS Commission Announces Virtual Information Sessions for Window 2 Call for Proposals on the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme IEye News https://www.ieyenews.com/oecs-commission-announces-virtual-information-sessions-for-window-2-call-for-proposals-on-the-regional-msme-matching-grants-programme https://www.ieyenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/unnamed-78.jpg KY en The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission invites MSMEs in Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to attend two virtual information sessions on the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme. The sessions will provide valuable insights on the grant application process, eligibility requirements, and how value chain groups can benefit from the funding. The UBCE Project is a World Bank-funded initiative focused on advancing climate-resilient economies in the Eastern Caribbean. "The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission invites Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) operating in the fisheries, marine/coastal tourism, and waste management sectors in ...[+1913 chars]" 2025-02-19T00:30:27 Report: ESG Sukuk Market Surpassed $50bn In 2024 Tony Chukwunyem https://newtelegraphng.com/report-esg-sukuk-market-surpassed-50bn-in-2024 https://i0.wp.com/newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/images-19-14.jpeg?fit=275%2C183&ssl=1 NG en Malaysia, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia are the largest three markets for the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) sukuk market. The market has surpassed $50 billion in outstanding value by the end of 2024. It is the eighth consecutive year of record issuance since the inception of the market in 2017. Financial institutions contributed 55% of the total value in 2024. "Share The Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) sukuk market, which includes green and sustainability sukuk, marked a significant milestone by surpassing $50 billion in outstanding value by the e...[+2015 chars]" 2025-02-19T00:16:00 First NBFI Green Bond of Rs. 1 b by Alliance Finance snapped up on opening day https://www.ft.lk/financial-services/First-NBFI-Green-Bond-of-Rs-1-b-by-Alliance-Finance-snapped-up-on-opening-day/42-773227 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_2c21d148ff.jpg LK en Alliance Finance Company PLC's Rs. 1 billion Green Bonds issue has been snapped up on its official opening day on Monday. It was the first Green Bond by a Non-Banking Financial Institution (NBFI) in Sri Lanka. The company issued 10 million listed, rated, guaranteed, senior, redeemable Green Bonds at Rs. 100 each. The three-year Green Bond offered a fixed rate of 10.75% per annum, with an annual effective rate of 11.03% payable semi-annually. The bonds were rated A- by the Lanka Rating Agency, guaranteed by Seylan Bank and placed by NDB Investment Bank. "Pioneer and leader in sustainable finance Alliance Finance Company PLC's Rs. 1 billion Green Bonds issue has been snapped up on its official opening day on Monday. It was the first Green Bond by a Non...[+3650 chars]" 2025-02-19T00:00:00 Guiding The Governing Board On Director Diversity Standards Michael Peregrine https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelperegrine/2025/02/19/guiding-the-governing-board-on-director-diversity-standards https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67ae696008d127947d776fe5/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The climate for diversity-based director nomination standards is rapidly changing. Some corporations are reconsidering the role of diversity factors in the director nomination process. President Trump has loudly criticized diversity and DEI programs generally and those within in the federal government in particular. The Trump administration rescinded the Biden administration's 2021 executive order on advancing racial equity and issued its own EO on DEI discrimination. "The climate for diversity standards in director nominations is changing. The last several weeks have seen powerful pushback on diversity, equity and inclusion programs and policies for organizations a...[+6031 chars]" 2025-02-19T00:00:00 How Transformational Leaders Must Lead Committee https://www.forbes.com/sites/committeeof200/2025/02/19/how-transformational-leaders-must-lead https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b5f79e9a79ff071ca7c6cd/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Sarena Lin is a C200 member and she's driven organic growth and organizational transformation across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. She believes that the current way of operating is no longer adequate to drive the organization's success forward. Leadership is more than setting policies and talking about values, it's about demonstrating them through action. Women leaders play a key role in the transformation of the organization. "By C200 member Sarena Lin Transformation has become the default mode of operation for organizations. Yet, despite the extensive knowledge shared on the subject, many efforts still fall short. Why? CEO...[+6986 chars]" 2025-02-19T00:00:00 BP battle lines drawn as investors demand vote over green shift Recharge https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/BP_battle_lines_drawn_as_investors_demand_vote_over_green_sh https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Influential shareholder group calls for a vote before any significant reversal of climate strategy, it is reported. It is also reported that the group wants to change the current climate strategy.   Â in the media. Â i Influential shareholder group calls for vote before any significant reversal of climate strategy, it is reported 2025-02-19T00:00:00 Eason Technology Limited Announces Acquisition of Blockchain Technology Company Longview News-Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/Eason_Technology_Limited_Announces_Acquisition_of_Blockchain_o https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Eason Technology Limited is a subsidiary of the NYSEX-listed company Eason (NYSE) (Eason) (The Company) is a provider of high-tech communication devices and services. It is based in Hong Kong and has a market value of $1.5 billion. "HONG KONG, Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Eason Technology Limited (""Eason"" or the ""Company"") (NYSE" 2025-02-19T00:00:00 Diversity, equity and inclusion are values worth saving. Let's raise our voices. Herald-Tribune Sarasota https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/Diversity_equity_and_inclusion_are_values_worth_saving_Lets_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. ""As faith and community leaders, we come together in this moment to remember history and not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can't be changed until it is faced""" Consumers to boycott companies retreating from DEI. Here's what we know. Consumers are planning to boycott on February 28 over companies retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. As...[+180 chars] 2025-02-19T00:00:00 Decisive measures needed to meet EU's environmental, climate and sustainability objectives (EEA - European Environment Agency) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/Decisive_measures_needed_to_meet_EU_s_environmental_climate_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en European Union is only partially on track to achieve the EU's 2030 environmental, climate and sustainability objectives. Decisive measures are needed to meet EU's objectives. Nina Lozej, NATURE@work /EEA, reports on EU's progress in key areas. ) Decisive measures needed to meet EU's environmental, climate and sustainability objectives Press releasePublished 19 Feb 2025 Image Nina Lozej, NATURE@work /EEA Share Despite steady progress in key ...[+77 chars] 2025-02-19T00:00:00 SGI vows to become Korea's leading dividend stock Korea Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/SGI_vows_to_become_Koreas_leading_dividend_stock https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Seoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI) is making its second attempt at a KOSPI listing. Lee Myung-soon, president and CEO of SGI, spoke at a press conference at Conrad Seoul on Wednesday.   Â Lee Myung-soon, president and CEO of Seoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI), speaks during a press conference at Conrad Seoul, Wednesday. Courtesy of SGI By Jun Ji-hye Seoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI), which ...[+99 chars] 2025-02-19T00:00:00 SC Partners ICAEW To Enhance Expertise In Sustainability Disclosures Malaysian National News Agency https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/SC_Partners_ICAEW_To_Enhance_Expertise_In_Sustainability_Dis https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities Commission Malaysia has initiated a collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales to enhance expertise in sustainability disclosures.   Â i.e. to enhance Expertise in Sustainability Disclosures. BUSINESS > NEWS SC Partners ICAEW To Enhance Expertise In Sustainability Disclosures 19/02/2025 02:32 PM KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has initiated a colla...[+73 chars] 2025-02-19T00:00:00 Collateral damage: how the war on ‘woke banking' could backfire on New Zealand Martien Lubberink https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/Collateral_damage_how_the_war_on_woke_banking_could_backfire https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "NZ First has proposed an amendment to the Financial Markets (Conduct of Institutions) Amendment. It would be hard to think of an industry less obviously ""woke"" than banking, but that's how coalition partner NZ First characterises certain practices within the finance sector." "By Martien Lubberink* of Analysis: It would be hard to think of an industry less obviously ""woke"" than banking, but that's how coalition partner NZ First has characterised certain practices within the...[+157 chars]" 2025-02-19T00:00:00 GHG Reporting Guidance 2024 (HSBC - Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/GHG_Reporting_Guidance_2024_HSBC_Hongkong_and_Shanghai_Banki https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "HSBC is responsible for preparing and reporting greenhouse gas emissions data for its own operations. It is the responsibility of the greenhouse gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting Guidance 2024 to prepare and report the data for HSBC Holdings plc (hereafter ""HSBC"")." ") HSBC Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting Guidance 2024 This greenhouse gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting Guidance (""GERG"") document supports the preparation and reporting of greenhouse gas emission...[+99 chars]" 2025-02-19T00:00:00 Ezz Steel withdraws from Egyptian stock market Yieh Corp https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/Ezz_Steel_withdraws_from_Egyptian_stock_market https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Egyptian Stock Exchange has received a request for the voluntary delisting of Ezz Steel shares. This involves approximately 542.354 million shares with a nominal value of EGP 5 per share, following a request from the company itself. . The Egyptian Stock Exchange announced that it has received a request for the voluntary delisting of Ezz Steel shares. This involves approximately 542.354 million shares with a nominal value of EGP 5 p...[+21 chars] 2025-02-19T00:00:00 Companies quietly quitting climate schemes RNZ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/Companies_quietly_quitting_climate_schemes https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Air NZ will not meet its 2030 carbon reduction target. 90% of Auckland Airport's emissions come from aircraft emissions. Air NZ did not seek SBTI verification over its updated carbon reduction targets. i.e. without a clear decarbonisation pathway for the aviation industry. NZ companies have been quietly abandoning their climate targets without mentioning that fact to the public, says an expert in sustainable business. Air NZ made headlines last year when it announced it...[+371 chars] 2025-02-19T00:00:00 U.S. Chamber Outlines Principles for U.S. Quantum Leadership (US Chamber of Commerce) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/19/US_Chamber_Outlines_Principles_for_US_Quantum_Leadership_US_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The U.S. Chamber of Commerce released a set of policy recommendations aimed at enabling American leadership in quantum technology. The principles were released at the Chamber's ""Advancing America's Quantum Leadership"" event. Senator Marsha Blackburn was the keynote speaker at the event." ) WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce unveiled a robust set of policy recommendations aimed at enabling American leadership in quantum technology. The principles, which were release...[+103 chars] 2025-02-18T23:40:04 Snow and Extreme Cold Hit Northern Arkansas https://www.cairnspost.com.au/news/national/snow-and-extreme-cold-hit-northern-arkansas/video/2471cb2baf71e90c7e8f78326da9718c https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/e01175ab14d392750c6679ddb6157df3 AU en Loaded is 65.01% now, and it's going to get higher. It's already up to 65% now. Share this article. Share it with your friends. Share it now. Share this information with your contacts. "Loaded: 65.01% Share X" 2025-02-18T23:38:21 List of US Companies That Are Continuing With DEI Policies Kate Nalepinski https://www.newsweek.com/dei-companies-program-list-policies-donald-trump-2032960 https://d.newsweek.com/en/full/2591024/president-donald-trump-speaks.jpg US en On the day of his inauguration, President Donald Trump issued an executive order to terminate all federal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. Several companies have publicly reaffirmed their commitment to DEI policies or have taken action to boost diversity and minority communities. "Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Several U.S. companies are steadfastly maintaining their Diversity, Equity,...[+4838 chars]" 2025-02-18T22:55:55 Editorial: Climate dilemma Staff Reporters https://www.ruralnewsgroup.co.nz/dairy-news/dairy-opinion/editorial-climate-dilemma https://www.ruralnewsgroup.co.nz/media/k2/items/cache/4a2976b2e5b68dc42a9cc52f590b180b_XL.jpg NZ en New Zealand will reduce emissions by 51 to 55% compared to 2005 levels, by 2035. Groundswell and Federated Farmers are against this. National Party is in a bind as it needs to listen to farmers' concerns or pander to the middle-ground swing voters. "Climate Change Minister Simon Watts announced last month that New Zealand will reduce emissions by 51 to 55% compared to 2005 levels, by 2035. OPINION: The farming sector, or at least some parts of it...[+1702 chars]" 2025-02-18T22:22:00 NORTHBANK CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC CEASES TO UTILIZE ALTERNATIVE MONTHLY REPORTING SYSTEM IN RESPECT OF EVERGEN INFRASTRUCTURE CORP. Northbank Capital Management https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/northbank-capital-management-llc-ceases-to-utilize-alternative-monthly-reporting-system-in-respect-of-evergen-infrastructure-corp--870443171.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en "Northbank Capital Management, LLC is ceasing to file reports in accordance with the alternative monthly reporting system (AMR System) in respect of EverGen Infrastructure Corp. (the Issuer). Northbank has control or direction over 1,900,600 common shares in the capital of the Issuer (the Common Shares). The Common Shares are held by Northbank, on behalf of the Class IV Fund, LP (the ""Fund""). Northbank is the investment manager of the Fund." "/NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES/ VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 18, 2025 /CNW/ - In accordance with applicable Canadian securities laws, Northbank Capital M...[+2930 chars]" 2025-02-18T22:09:35 Stonegate Updates Coverage on EnSilica PLC (ENSI) 1H 2025 Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/241379-stonegate-updates-coverage-on-ensilica-plc-ensi-1h-2025 https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/241379/342 CA en EnSilica PLC (AIM: ENSI) is well positioned to capitalize on the global ASIC market, which is projected to reach $25.0B by 2030. EnSilica took meaningful steps towards having a more predictable revenue stream with an increase in chip supply revenue of 164% year over year. Dallas, Texas–(Newsfile Corp. – February 18, 2025) – EnSilica PLC (AIM: ENSI): Stonegate Capital Partners updates their coverage on EnSilica PLC (AIM: ENSI). In 1H25, EnSilica PLC continued to build o...[+734 chars] 2025-02-18T21:57:25 GCL SI Achieves EcoVadis Silver Medal Certification, Ranks in the Global Top 15% for ESG Practices Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/19/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/gcl-si-achieves-ecovadis-silver-medal-certification-ranks-in-the-global-top-15-for-esg-practices/2058050 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/19/543791.jpg PH en GCL System Integration (GCL SI) secured the EcoVadis Group-level Silver Medal certification on February 17, 2025. In its first attempt, GCL SI stood out among over 150,000 participating companies globally, placing it within the top 15% of sustainable development leaders. The company has built a green procurement system spanning 28 countries and 186 suppliers, resulting in an annual carbon reduction of 450,000 tons. "MUNICH , Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 17, 2025 , GCL System Integration (GCL SI) achieved a significant milestone by securing the EcoVadis Group-level Silver Medal certification. In its f...[+1621 chars]" 2025-02-18T21:56:05 Trump's SEC Shifts Power From Investors to Boardrooms Ross Kerber https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/trump-sec-boards/2025/02/18/id/1199580 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=0bc18cf1-e69f-48d3-8a33-6a32f8313279&SiteName=Newsmax US en The Securities and Exchange Commission has changed its rules to give corporate boards more power over investors. The changes could curtail investor-initiated reform efforts on everything from climate policy to director contests. The new rules also put stricter filing requirements on passive funds and limit investors' communication abilities. New policies from the top U.S. securities regulator hand corporate boards more power over investors in ways that could curtail investor-initiated reform efforts on everything from climate policy to di...[+4790 chars] 2025-02-18T21:25:00 GCL SI Achieves EcoVadis Silver Medal Certification, Ranks in the Global Top 15% for ESG Practices CNW Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gcl-si-achieves-ecovadis-silver-212500251.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnwgroup.com/6a92c9dd0025ed658c354526173cac5b US en GCL System Integration (GCL SI) has achieved the EcoVadis Group-level Silver Medal certification. This recognition marks GCL SI's advancement to world-class standards in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. The company has built a green procurement system spanning 28 countries and 186 suppliers, resulting in an annual carbon reduction of 450,000 tons. MUNICH, Feb. 18, 2025 /CNW/ -- On February 17, 2025, GCL System Integration (GCL SI) achieved a significant milestone by securing the EcoVadis Group-level Silver Medal certification. In its first atte...[+2680 chars] 2025-02-18T21:19:58 Companies quietly quitting climate schemes Eloise Gibson https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/542340/companies-quietly-quitting-climate-schemes https://media.rnztools.nz/rnz/image/upload/s--__a2jmZm--/t_tohu-badge-facebook/v1733616701/4KFHU6G_chris_keats_H76tT0PJSzo_unsplash_jpg?_a=BACCd2AD NZ en Several New Zealand companies have dropped out of the Science Based Targets Initiative without any announcement. The initiative verifies company targets to keep the planet under 1.5 degrees heating. Auckland Airport has pulled out, after being the first airport to set a target under the initiative. "Several New Zealand companies have dropped out of the Science Based Targets Initiative quietly without any announcement. File photo. Photo: Supplied/ Unsplash - Chris Keats NZ companies have been quie...[+5646 chars]" 2025-02-18T21:06:49 Gibson Energy Announces 5% Dividend Increase and Declares Dividend Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/gibson-energy-announces-5-dividend-increase-and-declares-dividend https://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/6a81c402-7be5-43a8-90ee-f9ebddae0ee6/gibson-energy-pdf-thumbnail.jpg CA en Gibson Energy Inc. (TSX:GEI) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.43 per common share. The quarterly dividend is payable on April 17, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 31, 2025. It's the sixth consecutive annual increase. "All financial figures are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gibson Energy Inc. (TSX:GEI) ('Gibson', or the 'Company') announced today that i...[+1320 chars]" 2025-02-18T21:05:58 SAIHEAT Limited to Hold Extraordinary General Meeting on February 26, 2025 SAIHEAT Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/saiheat-limited-to-hold-extraordinary-general-meeting-on-february-26-2025/article_fe026d17-3e10-5cbe-bb0d-1233b7d7e252.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en SAIHEAT Limited will hold an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders on February 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time to consider and pass the proposals set out in the Notice of EGM. The board of directors supports the proposals listed in the notice and recommends the shareholders vote in favor of them. SINGAPORE, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SAIHEAT Limited (f/k/a SAI.TECH Global Corporation) ('SAIHEAT' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ: SAIH, SAITW), today announced that it will hold an extraordinary ...[+607 chars] 2025-02-18T20:55:24 JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon criticizes select DEI spending Yahoo Finance https://finance.yahoo.com/video/jpmorgan-ceo-jamie-dimon-criticizes-205524379.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/iOxYKCfkmBhPupnwKyibhw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzY-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-02/b8f909d0-ee39-11ef-9aff-34cb33600cc1 US en JPMorgan Chase & Co. CEO Jamie Dimon criticized the bank's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in leaked audio. Yahoo Finance banking reporter David Hollerith comes on the program to comment on Dimon's latest arguments. He affirms his commitment to other support programs. In leaked audio, JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon weighed in on the bank's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, considering certain programs to be wasteful spending. The major...[+571 chars] 2025-02-18T20:27:31 Ghanaian business model driving global change: Sustain a Bean sets new standards https://www.graphic.com.gh/business/business-news/ghanaian-business-model-driving-global-change-sustain-a-bean-sets-new-standards.html https://www.graphic.com.gh/images/2025/jan/27/WhatsApp%20Image%202025-02-18%20at%207.33.45%20PM.jpeg GH en Ghanaian business model driving global change: Sustainability is the currency of the future. Vanya Daryanani and Jason Nana Yaw Mohan co-founded Sustain a Bean, a business model that empowers cocoa farmers and promotes sustainable business practices. "Ghanaian business model driving global change: Sustain a Bean sets new standards GraphicOnline Business News Feb - 18 - 2025 , 20:25 In Ghana's verdant cocoa heartlands, where every bean tells a story...[+3819 chars]" 2025-02-18T20:20:09 Alberta oil company fined $15K for not reporting release of toxic sour gas Moosejaw Today https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Alberta_oil_company_fined_15K_for_not_reporting_release_of_t_7 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3qfultJV7LI/0.jpg US en Alberta oil and gas company fined $15,000 for failing to report a potentially lethal amount of hydrogen sulphide released into the atmosphere. A tank at a Mcland was filled with sour gas, according to the Alberta Energy Regulator. The company did not report the release. "EDMONTON — An Alberta oil and gas company has been fined $15,000 for failing to report a potentially lethal amount of hydrogen sulphide, or sour gas, had been released into the atmosphere.The Alberta ...[+40 chars]" 2025-02-18T20:12:03 Oxbridge / SurancePlus to Speak at RWA DAY During ETHDenver 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/19/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/oxbridge-suranceplus-to-speak-at-rwa-day-during-ethdenver-2025/2057952 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/19/543701.png PH en Jay Madhu will be a featured speaker at RWA Day during ETHDenver 2025, a premier event focused on Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization, moderated by Adam Blumberg, on February 26, 2025 at 2:15 PM (MST). SurancePlus transforms reinsurance contracts into decentralized, on-chain, tradable assets. "GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: OXBR ) (""Oxbridge Re') , together with its subsidiary SurancePlus , is engaged in the tokenization...[+3432 chars]" 2025-02-18T20:04:01 BlackRock Managers Pause Meetings Due to New ESG Rules https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/blackrock-fund-meetings/2025/02/18/id/1199556 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=aec514f3-0ed7-4dd5-b27d-ddf2bd52eeaa&SiteName=Newsmax US en The top U.S. asset manager is studying the impact of new reporting rules from the Securities and Exchange Commission. It is among those affected by a recent SEC interpretation requiring fund firms to file more extensive ownership disclosures when they pressure asset managers over certain environmental, social or governance matters. BlackRock has temporarily paused meetings with some portfolio companies while studying the impact of new reporting rules from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, according to people familiar ...[+320 chars] 2025-02-18T19:51:07 BlackRock pauses corporate meetings in wake of new ESG rules Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/blackrock-pauses-corporate-meetings-wake-195107300.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/d3ec9da569d38f00db14385c59d801b5 US en The top U.S. asset manager is studying the impact of new reporting rules from the Securities and Exchange Commission. It is among those affected by a recent SEC interpretation requiring fund firms to file more extensive ownership disclosures when they pressure asset managers over certain environmental, social or governance matters. (Reuters) - BlackRock has temporarily paused meetings with some portfolio companies while studying the impact of new reporting rules from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, according to peop...[+365 chars] 2025-02-18T19:27:49 Analysis-Trump's SEC leader shifts power from investors to boardrooms Ross Kerber https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/analysis-trump-s-sec-leader-shifts-power-from-investors-to-boardrooms/ar-AA1zjd2z US en The Securities and Exchange Commission has changed its policies to give corporate boards more power over investors. It's easier for boards to block shareholder resolutions, put stricter filing requirements on passive funds and limit investors' communication abilities. The changes are in line with other Trump administration efforts like dismantling diversity programs and withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement. "By Ross Kerber (Reuters) - New policies from the top U.S. securities regulator hand corporate boards more power over investors in ways that could curtail investor-initiated reform efforts on everythin...[+4289 chars]" 2025-02-18T19:04:21 4 Ways Executive Team Culture Hurts Enterprise Performance Elizabeth Freedman https://www.forbes.com/sites/elizabethfreedman/2025/02/18/4-ways-executive-team-culture-hurts-enterprise-performance https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b4cf89d09c2c2b4db63a3e/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Companies expect their senior leaders to act like enterprise leaders, but they don't hold them accountable for doing so in the same way. Executive teams struggle to put the right processes and behaviors into practice to achieve the right goals. They operate in deep silos and are more likely to act as a forum than as a team. "To improve enterprise performance, improve executive team performance. Companies expect senior leaders to act like enterprise leaders, but they may not hold them accountable for doing so in the same w...[+3998 chars]" 2025-02-18T19:04:04 AI is a co-pilot, we are the pilot: Paco Torres at 23rd Pune International Film Festival Indian Express https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/AI_is_a_copilot_we_are_the_pilot_Paco_Torres_at_23rd_Pune_In https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/[] US en The industry must focus on ethical AI rather than purely capitalist motives, he says.   Â for ethical AI. For more information, go to: http://www.justgiving.com/AI-Industry-Ethical-AI. He emphasized that the industry must focus on ethical AI rather than purely capitalist motives 2025-02-18T18:14:00 Bybit Pilots New Listed Project Disclosures Framework, An Industry-First Among CEX Feb. 18, 2025 18:14 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6039731 https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2267288/Logo.jpg?p=publish TW en Bybit is piloting a transparency initiative requiring listed projects to provide comprehensive financial and operational data. SoSovalue is the first project to embrace this new framework on Bybit. The initiative is expected to strengthen market integrity and investor protection, while fostering a more mature and trustworthy trading environment. DUBAI , UAE , Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit , the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is raising the bar for project disclosures for listed tokens on crypto trading...[+3680 chars] 2025-02-18T18:08:24 WH Nixes DEI Considerations in Federal Contracting Rules Brian Freeman https://www.newsmax.com/politics/trump-dei-congress/2025/02/18/id/1199529 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=3d926a67-e122-4919-b3dc-4a48f617b38b&SiteName=Newsmax US en The General Services Administration (GSA) has stopped considering a company's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices when deciding whether to procure its goods or services. The GSA is also halting a federal attempt to replace plastic straws with paper ones in federal operations in line with President Donald Trump's executive order. Federal agencies have been told to stop considering a company's diversity, equity, and inclusion practices when deciding whether to procure its goods or services, according to a General Services Admin...[+1548 chars] 2025-02-18T18:08:24 Budget 2025: Tax incentives to get more companies, fund managers to list on SGX archyde https://www.archyde.com/budget-2025-tax-incentives-to-get-more-companies-fund-managers-to-list-on-sgx https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/0c8f386b61ac3246129f939c1f19b175001954f4adf8b64c0caada360aa108e8 US en Singapore is introducing a suite of tax incentives aimed at attracting companies and fund managers to list on the Singapore Exchange (SGX). Prime Minister Lawrence Wong acknowledged that while Singapore's economy is thriving, the stock exchange hasn't received the same level of attention from companies seeking to raise capital, notably those focused on Southeast Asia. Singapore is taking significant steps to invigorate its equities market by introducing a suite of tax incentives aimed at attracting companies and fund managers to list on the Singapore Exchange (SGX)...[+1533 chars] 2025-02-18T18:06:33 Big Path Capital's 2025 MO 100 Ranking Recognizes the Top 100 Impact CEOs Accelerating a More Just and Inclusive Economy Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/big-path-capitals-2025-mo-100-ranking-recognizes-the-top-100-impact-ceos-accelerating-a-more-just-and-inclusive-economy https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/edmontonsun/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cp174150402.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=_MgxJ83zRVXVUYYlvoJGCA CA en Big Path Capital announces the 2025 MO 100 Top Impact CEO Ranking. The list recognizes 100 top executives who are building positive social and environmental impact at high-growth companies. The honorees will be recognized at the MO 100 Awards Gala at the 2025 CEO Summit, set for April 21-23, 2025 in Asheville, North Carolina. ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Big Path Capital ('Big Path'), impact investing's investment bank, announces the 2025 MO 100 Top Impact CEO Ranking. The list recognizes 100 top executives who are building positive ...[+4592 chars] 2025-02-18T17:46:43 Pioneering Legal Paths for Climate Change: SILF-CII ESG & Climate Law Day Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3269636-pioneering-legal-paths-for-climate-change-silf-cii-esg-climate-law-day https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/18_02_2025_23_16_31_0839213.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) hosted the first-ever ESG & Climate Law Day on February 18. Attorney General of India R Venkataramani stressed the nation's commitment to effective climate governance and sustainability. The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) hosted the first-ever ESG & Climate Law Day on February 18, headlined by Attorney General of India R Venkataramani...[+809 chars] 2025-02-18T17:43:09 Companies Face Immediate Backlash for Abandoning DEI Pledges Stacy M. Brown https://www.postnewsgroup.com/companies-face-immediate-backlash-for-abandoning-dei-pledges US en Target is at the center of a lawsuit alleging it misled investors about its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies. Coca-Cola's stock dropped by 63%, PepsiCo saw a more than $1.19 per share decline, McDonald's stock fell to $308.55 per share, and Blue Chip Partners LLC sold off its holdings in the fast-food giant. Disney has overhauled its DEI initiatives, dropping its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' website and adjusting diversity-related content warnings. PBS has shuttered its diversity office. Amazon omitted DEI language from its SEC filing, Boeing dismantled its "By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Corporate America's retreat from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) commitments is already having significant repercu...[+5203 chars]" 2025-02-18T17:38:25 India News Climate Change Not Just an Elite Discussion, It's a Civilizational Crossroads Demanding Urgent Action: Attorney General ANI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/india-news-climate-change-not-just-an-elite-discussion-its-a-civilizational-crossroads-demanding-urgent-action-attorney-general-6653239.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ANI-20250218162224-588x441.jpg IN en The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Committee on Legal Services hosted the inaugural SILF-CII ESG & Climate Law Day February 18. R Venkataramani, Attorney General of India, was the keynote speaker. He reaffirmed the nation's commitment to climate governance and sustainability. New Delhi [India], February 18 (ANI): The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Committee on Legal Services on Tuesday hosted the inaugural SILF-CI...[+4136 chars] 2025-02-18T17:30:00 Local Companies Must Be Proactive In Integrating ESG Practices -- Liew BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2393793 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/e7c2ce1a8fa798ca95e61146ff3450b866dbe4b392a16 MY en Local micro, small and medium enterprises, exporters and companies involved in the supply chain are urged to be more proactive in incorporating environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices into their businesses. Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong said this initiative would make it easier for their goods to penetrate international markets. KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Local micro, small and medium enterprises, exporters and companies involved in the supply chain are urged to be more proactive in incorporating environmental, social ...[+439 chars] 2025-02-18T17:26:48 Climate change not just an elite discussion, it's a civilizational crossroads demanding urgent action: Attorney General https://aninews.in/news/national/general-news/climate-change-not-just-an-elite-discussion-its-a-civilizational-crossroads-demanding-urgent-action-attorney-general20250218225648 https://d3lzcn6mbbadaf.cloudfront.net/media/details/ANI-20250218162224.jpg IN en The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Committee on Legal Services hosted the inaugural SILF-CII ESG & Climate Law Day February 18. R Venkataramani, Attorney General of India, was the keynote speaker. "ANI | Updated: Feb 18, 2025 22:56 IST New Delhi [India], February 18 (ANI): The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Committee on Legal Services o...[+3777 chars]" 2025-02-18T17:15:29 Shein could be a shot in the arm for the London Stock Exchange – but the fashion giant might not like the added scrutiny Isaac T. Tabner https://theconversation.com/shein-could-be-a-shot-in-the-arm-for-the-london-stock-exchange-but-the-fashion-giant-might-not-like-the-added-scrutiny-249541 https://images.theconversation.com/files/648395/original/file-20250211-15-b47tfa.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C60%2C4493%2C2243&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Shein's mooted flotation on the London Stock Exchange could be larger than any stock exchange listing seen in Europe in the last year. The Chinese-founded company has been courted by the UK government, the LSE and those whose role it is to champion the City of London. There are ongoing concerns about the controversial business model and practices of Shein. Fast fashion giant Shein's mooted flotation on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) could be larger than any stock exchange listing seen in Europe in the last year. Coming at a time when the LSE is struggl...[+6309 chars] 2025-02-18T17:13:14 AMA Insurance Takes Action on Reducing Claims Emissions with EcoClaim™ Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/ama-insurance-takes-action-on-reducing-claims-emissions-with-ecoclaim https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM2MDI3OSM2NzU2MjI0IzIyODk3OTI= CA en AMA Insurance Company and EcoClaim are leading a new chapter in Alberta's insurance sector that prioritizes measurable environmental impact. EcoClaim's training and certification programs provide vendors with a comprehensive toolkit to implement sustainable practices in their operations. They gain access to accurate claim-level data on avoided emissions. "Article content Ushering in a New Era of Sustainable Insurance in Alberta EDMONTON, Alberta, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Together, the Alberta Motor Association Insurance Company and EcoClaim are...[+705 chars]" 2025-02-18T16:56:00 Kao Corporation Responds To Shareholder Proposals Ahead Of AGM BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2393781 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/88ff0dcd8dbdae60e2992b07c15dceb85e3a3c07de423 MY en Kao Corporation disclosed its opinion on Feb 14 regarding the shareholder proposals submitted by Oasis Japan Strategic Fund Ltd for the company's 119th Annual General Meeting. Kao reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining transparent and effective governance while continuing to implement its K27 strategy aimed at boosting corporate value. KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Kao Corporation disclosed its opinion on Feb 14 regarding the shareholder proposals submitted by Oasis Japan Strategic Fund Ltd (Oasis) for the company's 119th Annual...[+426 chars] 2025-02-18T16:33:00 Nickel group reaffirms commitment to SDGs Giselle P. Jordan https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/19/business/top-business/nickel-group-reaffirms-commitment-to-sdgs/2057641 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) is committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) in their respective social development and management programs (SDMP). PNIA released a follow-up to its first SDG report published in 2020. THE Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) in a statement acknowledged the importance of a new administrative order from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), which requir...[+403 chars] 2025-02-18T16:30:08 ISS Announcement Raises Key Questions About DEI And Fiduciary Duty Morgan Simon https://www.forbes.com/sites/morgansimon/2025/02/18/iss-announcement-raises-key-questions-about-dei-and-fiduciary-duty https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b377e47fa93ae051da2e29/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and Glass Lewis control 97% of the proxy voting market. They have the power to sway voting by as much as 30%. They will no longer consider the gender and racial diversity of a company's board when making vote recommendations for the election or re-election of directors. Data has indicated that DEI is material to company stock performance, leading to questions regarding ... [+] ISS's recent decision.A monitor displays stock market information on the floor of the New Y...[+9921 chars] 2025-02-18T16:27:21 Ancora seeking US Steel board records, ratcheting up proxy fight https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/ancora-seeking-us-steel-board-records-ratcheting-up-proxy-fight-reuters/ar-AA1zisEj US en Activist investor Ancora Holdings launched a boardroom challenge at US Steel (NYSE:X) last month. It wants access to company records from board minutes to financial documents as it ramps up a campaign to replace some of the steel company's board members and CEO David Burritt. It also wants the company to drop the lawsuit where it is asking a federal appeals court to overturn President Biden's decision to scuttle the merger deal with Nippon Steel. Activist investor Ancora Holdings, which launched a boardroom challenge at US Steel (NYSE:X) last month, is demanding access to company records from board minutes to financial documents, Reuters repor...[+1116 chars] 2025-02-18T16:25:00 SVN International PBC Becomes the First Employee-Owned Public Benefit Corporation in the Commercial Real Estate Industry PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/svn-international-pbc-becomes-first-162500598.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/7ecbd3b78a56c32d76dc3f966453afae US en "SVN is America's leading franchise for commercial real estate advisors. It has become the first Employee-Owned Public Benefit Corporation in the industry. Since 1987, SVN's mission has been to ""Create Amazing Value With Our Clients, Colleagues, and Communities""." "SVN's 50-Year Plan Provides an Alternative for Commercial Real Estate's High-Growth Entrepreneurs BOSTON, Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SVN® International PBC (SVN), America's leading franchise for co...[+3411 chars]" 2025-02-18T16:25:00 MSU faculty, staff lay out 15% of cash and investments they want school to divest from Wkar Public Media https://www.wkar.org/wkar-news/2025-02-18/msu-faculty-staff-lay-out-15-of-cash-and-investments-they-want-school-to-divest-from https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/75e2197/2147483647/strip/true/crop/6240x3276+0+442/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fc9%2Fed%2F953a8e944f7d9280be9d94e8afbe%2Fimage-1.jpg US en "Michigan State University students and faculty are pressuring administrators to divest from financial holdings in Israel due to its continued military actions in Gaza. President Kevin Guskiewicz and the Board of Trustees committed to attend a meeting with students about divestment later in the spring. A report called ""The Cost of Complicity"" identifies about 15% of the school's cash and investments as potential targets for divestment. " "Michigan State University students and faculty are continuing to pressure administrators to divest from financial holdings in Israel due to its continued military actions in Gaza. Earlier this month, ...[+15696 chars]" 2025-02-18T16:20:00 UNDP study calls for legislative reforms to promote responsible business conduct TBS Report https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/undp-study-calls-legislative-reforms-promote-responsible-business-conduct-1072111 https://www.tbsnews.net/sites/default/files/styles/social_watermark_bkash/public/images/2022/09/08/cropped-undp.png BD en UNDB study outlines short-term, medium-term and long-term actions to promote responsible business conduct in Bangladesh. It proposes enacting laws to make Corporate Social Responsibility and responsible business practices mandatory. It also calls for the formation of a multi-stakeholder advisory body to oversee RBC implementation. On Monday, UNDP organised a panel discussion at The Westin Dhaka in Gulshan on the topic. "UNDB study outlines short-term, medium-term, and long-term actions to promote responsible business conduct It proposes enacting laws to make CSR and responsible business practices mandatory It calls f...[+4010 chars]" 2025-02-18T16:07:18 Foundation urges AngloGold to reassess CSR initiatives in Obuasi https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/foundation-urges-anglogold-to-reassess-csr-initiatives-in-obuasi.html https://graphiconline.com/images/2025/feb/15/WhatsApp%20Image%202025-02-18%20at%2012.10.34%20PM.jpeg GH en Foundation urges AngloGold to reassess CSR initiatives in Obuasi. It follows an alleged attempt by some youth in the community to occupy a section of AngloGold Ashanti's mine concession. The situation resulted in a military intervention, which reportedly led to the death of some of the youth. "Foundation urges AngloGold to reassess CSR initiatives in Obuasi Michael Quaye Feb - 18 - 2025 , 16:03 2 minutes read The Oheneba Poku Foundation has called on AngloGold Ashanti to reassess its corpor...[+2795 chars]" 2025-02-18T16:06:03 Governance meets green! ... https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/adi-bytes/governance-meets-green https://static.toiimg.com/imagenext/toiblogs/photo/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Aditi.png IN en Aditi Maheshwari is a freelance writer and a member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. She believes that corporate governance has evolved into a framework that prioritizes environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and ethical business practices. According to KPMG, Indian companies contributed approximately ₹50,000 crore to CSR activities in the last decade. Aditi Maheshwari is a freelance writer, and has been a student of Economics, Advertising, Marketing, Psychology and also of the Institute Of Company Secretaries Of India. She is a contributor to sever...[+8883 chars] 2025-02-18T16:02:48 EGX and Gov't explore potentially offering small stakes of SOEs on EGX https://www.egypttoday.com/Article/3/138498/EGX-and-Gov%E2%80%99t-explore-potentially-offering-small-stakes-of-SOEs https://www.egypttoday.com/siteimages/larg/202308270333113311.jpg EG en Egyptian Exchange is planning to list 10 state-owned enterprises on the stock exchange this year. Ahmed El Sheikh, Chairman of the Egyptian Exchange, confirmed the government's plan to divest from 10 SOEs this year, either through public listings or sales to strategic investors. The government has previously sold stakes in SOEs listed on the exchange, such as MOPCO, Abu Qir Fertilizers, and Eastern Tobacco. Cairo – February 18, 2025: In an effort to simplify the divestment process of state-owned enterprises (SOEs), the Egyptian government, in partnership with the Egyptian Exchange (EGX), is considering a...[+2445 chars] 2025-02-18T15:49:57 Nihon Global Growth Partners Issues Presentation Highlighting the Significant Value Creation Opportunity at Toyo Suisan Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/nihon-global-growth-partners-issues-presentation-highlighting-the-significant-value-creation-opportunity-at-toyo-suisan/article_9b52a893-8a59-5d10-900a-b84a911f06f7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Today, an investor group led by Nihon Global Growth Partners Management Inc. issued an investor presentation on Toyo Suisan Kaisha Ltd. (2875.T). NHGGP and the Investor Group collectively own approximately 4% of the Company's common shares. Today, an investor group ('the Investor Group,' the 'Group' or 'we') led by Nihon Global Growth Partners Management Inc. ('NHGGP') issued an investor presentation on Toyo Suisan Kaisha Ltd. (2875.T) (...[+164 chars] 2025-02-18T15:47:46 New CRU rules force data centres to supply power to Ireland's grid Suhasini Srinivasaragavan https://www.siliconrepublic.com/enterprise/data-centres-ireland-grid-electricity-policy https://www.siliconrepublic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AdobeStock_1020375573.jpeg IE en The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has unveiled its proposed policy on new electricity connections for data centres in the country. The new policy will replace the one in place since 2021 and applies to all data centres looking to connect to the electricity network. Data centres accounted for 21% of the electricity demand in Ireland in 2023. EirGrid forecasts that the data centre sector will demand 13.3 TWh by 2032. "The CRU has opened its proposed decision for comments until 4 April. Ireland's Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has unveiled its proposed policy on new electricity connections for data cen...[+2094 chars]" 2025-02-18T15:30:00 Notice to the Vaisala Corporation's Annual General Meeting https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6039553 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Annual General Meeting of Vaisala Corporation will be held on March 25, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. (EET) at the headquarters, address Vanha Nurmijärventie 21, 01670 Vantaa, Finland. The reception of those who have registered for the meeting will start at 1:00 pm (ET). The agenda includes the presentation of the Financial Statements, the Report by the Board of Directors, Sustainability Statement, the Auditor's Report and the Assurance Report of sustainability reporting for the year 2024. The remuneration of the Board members will be increased. "Vaisala Corporation Stock exchange release February 18, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. (EET) Notice to the Vaisala Corporation's Annual General Meeting Notice is given to the shareholders of Vaisala Corporation o...[+17167 chars]" 2025-02-18T15:04:00 BWG Strategy and OTR Global Rebrand as BWG Global BWG Global https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/industry/computer_electronics/bwg-strategy-and-otr-global-rebrand-as-bwg-global/article_5c43d364-3568-56a4-ba06-7926f614ce8f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/c3/1c31119e-386e-59fe-8e51-c2a7d10c17eb/67b4a7b49c44a.image.jpg?crop=1116%2C586%2C694%2C0 US en BWG Strategy has changed its name to BWG Global effective immediately. This rebranding marks a significant milestone for BWG following its 2023 acquisition of OTR Global. BWG is a leading primary research platform for institutional investors and corporations and a leading market research platform. "CRANFORD, N.J., Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BWG Strategy (""BWG""), a leading primary research platform for institutional investors and corporations, announced today that it has changed its name to BW...[+132 chars]" 2025-02-18T14:46:00 White House Changes Federal Contracting Rules to Eliminate DEI Considerations Michelle Hackman https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/white-house-changes-federal-contracting-rules-to-eliminate-dei-considerations/ar-AA1zhINm US en The General Services Administration is revising federal procurement policy. The new policy does not consider a company's diversity, equity and inclusion practices when deciding whether to procure its goods or services. The GSA is also ending a federal effort to replace plastic straws with paper straws in federal operations. WASHINGTON—The Trump administration is directing federal agencies to no longer consider a company's diversity, equity and inclusion practices when deciding whether to procure its goods or services, ac...[+1771 chars] 2025-02-18T14:43:52 EU set to loosen state aid rules to spur green projects, draft shows Kate Abnett https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/eu-set-loosen-state-aid-rules-spur-green-projects-draft-shows-2025-02-18 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/T5KVLI5XKBPD3LHYMWLFQETBEY.jpg?auth=5f372f32750e9fc6ef17e6463f3c070728fdca5f98689479e6e1b609cd1f1718&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Draft European Commission document lays out measures to help businesses get state aid for projects aimed at cutting their carbon emissions. It also makes it easier for pension funds, insurers and other private investors to co-invest in green projects. The document details the scope, magnitude and duration of state aid allowed for green projects and safeguards to prevent misuse of the funding. BRUSSELS, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Businesses could find it easier to obtain state aid and other financial incentives for projects aimed at cutting their carbon emissions, under measures laid out in a draft...[+1312 chars] 2025-02-18T14:30:00 Aveng's CEO discusses company split and financial performance Edward West https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/companies/avengs-ceo-discusses-company-split-and-financial-performance-daff422f-af62-4a1d-9ff0-ba6e1937acc5 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Aveng-CEO-Scott-Cummins-Picture-Supplied?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/b7a263ec073f0090b5ba88136a64663ef96d2e9f/2000&operation=CROP&offset=0x5&resize=2000x1125 ZA en Aveng, the group with infrastructure and engineering operations in Australasia and a mining contracting unit in South Africa, reported a loss of A$34.4m (R399m) on Tuesday. The share price gained 4.35% to R9 on the JSE Tuesday morning, bringing the relatively volatile share price 17.6% higher over 12 months. Cash on hand increased to A$256.1M (R3bn) compared with A$227.7m (2.8bn) at the last year end. Aveng, the group with infrastructure and engineering operations in Australasia and a mining contracting unit in South Africa, is happy with the progress it has made to split into two separate companie...[+5210 chars] 2025-02-18T13:25:00 Companies need more diverse boards, with more tech-savvy members: Bottomley ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/companies-need-more-diverse-boards-with-more-tech-savvy-members-bottomley/articleshow/118354562.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118354564,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-40816,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Virginia Bottomley is the chair of the board practice at Odgers Berndtson, a global executive search firm. In the UK, 42% of FTSE 100 board directors are women and 50% of appointments last year were female. The next generation of board members needs to be tech-savvy, unlike in the past when it was more about traditional business skills. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Company boards need to be diverse and must have global perspectives, said Virginia Bottomley, chair - board ...[+3101 chars]" 2025-02-18T13:10:50 Proposal to see data centres make carbon emissions public archyde https://www.archyde.com/proposal-to-see-data-centres-make-carbon-emissions-public https://img.rasset.ie/0020a5d2-1600.jpg US en The Commission for regulation of utilities (CRU) has proposed new guidelines for data centres in Ireland. Data centres' energy consumption is expected to rise from 5% of Ireland's electricity needs in 2015 to 21% in 2023. Eirgrid and ESB Networks, Ireland's transmission system operators, will play a crucial role in implementing these guidelines. The Commission for regulation of utilities (CRU) has proposed new guidelines for data centres in Ireland, aiming to enhance transparency and address growing concerns about their environmental impact. ...[+3562 chars] 2025-02-18T13:05:54 Fifth Third Again Named Among America's Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/tim-spence-united-states-government-corporate-management-df6c74ae4cc971ad6860b9135577c881 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en For the third year in a row, Fifth Third has been named among America's top-performing companies on the issues most important to consumers as measured by JUST Capital and CNBC. Fifth Third ranked 5th among the banks and 33rd overall among 940 companies evaluated. CINCINNATI, February 18, 2025 /3BL/ - For the third year in row, Fifth Third (NASDAQ: FITB) has been named among America's top-performing companies on the issues most important to consumers as measure...[+2488 chars] 2025-02-18T13:05:00 Eight Irish-based companies targeted by activist shareholders in 2024 Emer Walsh https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/companies/arid-41576905.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/9013/4506997_1_seoimageog_Bulmers-3_1_.jpg IE en "The number of Irish-based companies targeted by activist investors doubled in 2024. The total number of companies publicly targeted by activists globally surpassed 1,000 for the second year running. The election of US President Donald Trump is a ""boon to activism"" according to Diligent." "Shareholder activism reached new heights last year, with the number of Irish-based companies targeted by activist investors doubling in 2024. In its annual review for shareholder activism, governance,...[+2100 chars]" 2025-02-18T13:04:44 DIRTT to Announce Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results on February 26, 2025 Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/dirtt-to-announce-fourth-quarter-2024-financial-results-on-february-26-2025 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1OTU3NCM2NzUwNjIwIzIwODE3MzQ= CA en DIRTT Environmental Solutions Ltd. will release its fourth quarter 2024 financial results on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, after markets close. The executive team has scheduled a conference call to discuss the company's results on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. MST. Benjamin Urban, Chief Executive Officer and Fareeha Khan, Chief Financial Officer, will host the call. "Article content CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DIRTT Environmental Solutions Ltd. ('DIRTT' or the 'Company') (TSX: DRT; OTC: DRTTF), a leader in industrialized construction, announ...[+546 chars]" 2025-02-18T13:00:00 DIRTT to Announce Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results on February 26, 2025 JOIN THE CONVERSATION https://www.durhamregion.com/globenewswire/dirtt-to-announce-fourth-quarter-2024-financial-results-on-february-26-2025/article_48966e0e-3fae-5bac-bf84-8e3e120aa6ab.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/durhamregion.com/content/tncms/custom/image/94be6380-fef3-11ed-a00b-d78733826c94.png?resize=600%2C315 CA en DIRTT Environmental Solutions Ltd. will release its fourth quarter 2024 financial results on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 after markets close. DIRTT is a leader in industrialized construction and will release the results on the following day. Webcast information: CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DIRTT Environmental Solutions Ltd. ('DIRTT' or the 'Company') (TSX: DRT; OTC: DRTTF), a leader in industrialized construction, announced today that i...[+131 chars] 2025-02-18T12:47:31 Exco Technologies Limited Announces Normal Course Issuer Bid Exco Technologies Ltd. https://www.enidnews.com/region/exco-technologies-limited-announces-normal-course-issuer-bid/article_9827f8bf-9b63-5ace-a6b3-a209c205f98f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Toronto Stock Exchange has approved the Company's normal course issuer bid. Exco has the right to purchase for cancellation 1,770,513 common shares from February 20, 2025 to February 19, 2026. As of February 12, 2025, Exco had 38,501,112 common shares issued and outstanding. "TORONTO, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exco Technologies Limited (TSX: XTC) (""Exco"" or the ""Company"") today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange (""TSX"") has approved the Company's normal cour...[+3311 chars]" 2025-02-18T12:46:30 Exco Technologies Limited Announces Normal Course Issuer Bid Exco Technologies Ltd. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/exco-technologies-limited-announces-normal-course-issuer-bid/article_b782e1ef-ef2b-513e-b37d-0be3b2092c58.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Toronto Stock Exchange has approved the Company's normal course issuer bid. Exco has the right to purchase for cancellation up to 1,770,513 common shares from February 20, 2025 to February 19, 2026. As of February 12, 2025, Exco had 38,501,112 common shares issued and outstanding. "TORONTO, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exco Technologies Limited (TSX: XTC) (""Exco"" or the ""Company"") today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange (""TSX"") has approved the Company's normal cour...[+815 chars]" 2025-02-18T12:22:07 MyEG's Q4 net profit up 20pct to RM181.13mil Faiqah Kamaruddin https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/02/1176878/myegs-q4-net-profit-20pct-rm18113mil https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/MYEG18_NSTfield_image_socialmedia.var_1739881323.jpg MY en MyEG recorded a 20 per cent rise in net profit to RM181.13 million for the fourth quarter of 2024 (4Q24) from RM150.2 million a year ago. Its revenue climbed 32.2 per cent to RM293.5 million, up from RM222.04 million. The company proposed a final dividend of 2.49 sen per share pending shareholders' approval at the upcoming annual general meeting. "KUALA LUMPUR: MY E.G. Services Bhd (MyEG) recorded a 20 per cent rise in net profit to RM181.13 million for the fourth quarter of 2024 (4Q24) from RM150.2 million a year ago. Its bourse filing showed ...[+1122 chars]" 2025-02-18T12:21:18 Sweden's EQT appoints new CEO Global Data https://news.yahoo.com/finance/news/sweden-eqt-appoints-ceo-122118257.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/h7D0SucgcSvpQ7QujqTh7Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/private_banker_international_938/1bb2618a984b45aada89909aff90dba8 US en Per Franzen will become the new CEO of Swedish alternative asset manager EQT effective on the annual shareholders' meeting on 27 May 2025. Christian Sinding will continue as the CEO until the Annual Shareholders' Meeting, ensuring a seamless transition. Christian has been CEO since 2019 and has been instrumental in the growth of the company. "Swedish alternative asset manager EQT has named Per Franzen as its new CEO and managing partner, effective on the annual shareholders' meeting on 27 May 2025. Franzen will take over from Christian Sin...[+2574 chars]" 2025-02-18T12:14:40 Star Health Shines as India's Most Sustainable Insurance Provider in 2024 Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3269099-star-health-shines-as-indias-most-sustainable-insurance-provider-in-2024 https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_06_2024_05_53_54_7434283.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. has emerged as India's leading sustainable insurer in the latest S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment with a score of 53. Star Health has implemented rigorous Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. has emerged as India's leading sustainable insurer in the latest S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, attaining the highest sustainability scor...[+499 chars] 2025-02-18T12:11:26 American Lamprecht Enhances Visibility for Air and Ocean Shipments Using Descartes Solution Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/American_Lamprecht_Enhances_Visibility_for_Air_and_Ocean_Shi https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/[] US en Descartes Systems Group is the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive industries. Descartes Group is traded on the Nasdaq and the TSX. It is based in Atlanta, Georgia and in Amersfoort, The Netherlands. It's listed on Nasdaq:DSGX and TSX:DSSG. ATLANTA, Georgia and AMERSFOORT, The Netherlands, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive 2025-02-18T12:11:23 Leading Between Certainty and Uncertainty– From Bezos Earth Fund Margie Warrell https://www.forbes.com/sites/margiewarrell/2025/02/18/leading-between-certainty-and-uncertainty-from-bezos-earth-fund https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67aefa21f19bb7d1f195688e/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Dr Margie Warrell shares principles from her new book, The Courage Gap, with Jess Sibley, CEO of Time magazine, at the Bezos Earth Fund. They discuss how to lead with greater courage in the space between certainty and uncertainty in a time of uncertainty. Last week, I had the privilege of speaking at the Bezos Earth Fund sharing how the principles from my new book The Courage Gap to leading change in this time of disruption, complexity, and uncertainty...[+6492 chars] 2025-02-18T12:06:10 SMX Regains Compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rules 5550(a)(2) and 5620(a) ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/smx-regains-compliance-with-nasdaq-listing-rules-5550-a-2-and-5620-a/article_fd72e8ec-e044-5110-b660-10f19465aceb.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Security Matters PLC (NASDAQ:SMX, SMXWW) has regained compliance with Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) and the Annual Shareholder Meeting Rule. The Company's ordinary shares and public warrants are no longer subject to delisting as of such determination. NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 18, 2025 / SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX, SMXWW), a pioneer in digitizing physical objects for a circular economy, has announced that it has regained...[+327 chars] 2025-02-18T12:04:43 Asia-Pacific SDG progress ‘stagnating' CEDTy Clea https://www.bworldonline.com/economy/2025/02/18/654093/asia-pacific-sdg-progress-stagnating https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Sustainable-Development-goals-UN.jpg PH en The Asia-Pacific region is expected to miss most of its sustainable development goals (SDGs) by 2030. The region is lagging the global pace on climate action, decent work and economic growth, life below water, and partnership for the goals. ASEAN is likely to achieve 11 SDGs by 2030 if the pace of progress is maintained. Three SDGs cannot be evaluated due to insufficient data. THE Asia-Pacific region is expected to miss most of its sustainable development goals (SDGs) by 2030, with progress stagnating and even regressing, especially for climate action, the Economic and Soci...[+2435 chars] 2025-02-18T12:04:37 Marimaca Progresses DIA Environmental Permitting Process with Receipt of ICSARA Globe Newswire https://www.theobserver.ca/globe-newswire/marimaca-progresses-dia-environmental-permitting-process-with-receipt-of-icsara https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1OTY5MCM2NzU0Njg5IzIwODc5NTc= CA en Marimaca Copper Corp. received the Consolidated Request for Clarifications, Rectifications and/or Extensions on February 14th, 2025. The Company's Declaración de Impacto Ambiental (Environmental Impact Statement) was submitted on December 27th, 2024. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Marimaca Copper Corp. ('Marimaca' or the 'Company') (TSX: MARI) is pleased to announce that following the Company's Declaración de Impacto...[+308 chars] 2025-02-18T12:00:00 Danaya Wilson's New Book Calls For A New Era Of Ethical, Women-Led Workplaces Forbes Press Releases https://www.forbes.com/sites/partnerreleases/2025/02/18/danaya-wilsons-new-book-calls-for-a-new-era-of-ethical-women-led-workplaces https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/62fe40baadccff017f1dbcbd/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en 'Changemakers Wanted: Your Blueprint for Lasting Impact and Ethical Change' by Danaya Wilson is released with Forbes Books. It's a guide to thriving in male-dominated industries, balancing career and family life and supporting the next generation of female leaders. "'Changemakers Wanted: Your Blueprint for Lasting Impact and Ethical Change' by Danaya Wilson is released with Forbes Books. NEW YORK (February 18, 2025) — Changemakers Wanted: Your Blueprint for Lasti...[+2894 chars]" 2025-02-18T12:00:00 Finance Minister urged to prioritise electric car incentives and off-grid charging infrastructure Jason Woosey https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/finance-minister-urged-to-prioritise-electric-car-incentives-and-off-grid-charging-infrastructure-5fa7e6fa-64b7-4037-bbce-4725d48710b6 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Government-needs-to-do-more-to-encourage-electric-vehicle-uptake-in-SA-Charge-argues-Picture-Supplied?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/61b63a08533700d2645edc247b6cfab8ebce228c/1600&operation=CROP&offset=0x0&resize=1600x900 ZA en The organisation Zero Carbon Charge (Charge) wants South Africa's carbon reduction targets put into motion with improved support for the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs). The organisation has urged Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to provide some direction on EV incentives during his upcoming Budget Speech. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the government is considering tax rebates or subsidies that would encourage consumers to buy EVs. "South Africa's carbon reduction targets need to be put into motion with improved support for the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs), says Zero Carbon Charge (Charge). The organisation, which specialise...[+3385 chars]" 2025-02-18T11:48:59 Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) Shares Purchased by Adell Harriman & Carpenter Inc. Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/18/exxon-mobil-co-nysexom-shares-purchased-by-adell-harriman-carpenter-inc.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exxon-mobil-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221020141849&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Adell Harriman & Carpenter Inc. boosted its stake in shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) by 9.4% in the fourth quarter. The fund owned 199,386 shares of the oil and gas company's stock after purchasing an additional 17,128 shares during the period. Exxon Mobil accounts for 1.5% of the fund's portfolio, making it its 19th biggest position. Pacer Advisors Inc. grew its holdings in Exxon Mobil by 1,524.1% during the 4th quarter. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. bought 4,530,457 Shares of the company. Franklin Resources Inc. raised its position in Adell Harriman & Carpenter Inc. boosted its stake in shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM ) by 9.4% in the fourth quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The fund owned 199,386 shares of the oil and gas com...[+5454 chars] 2025-02-18T11:48:59 Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) Shares Sold by Blue Trust Inc. Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/18/exxon-mobil-co-nysexom-shares-sold-by-blue-trust-inc.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exxon-mobil-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221020141849&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Blue Trust Inc. trimmed its holdings in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) by 9.3% in the fourth quarter. Pacer Advisors Inc. bought 5,445,922 shares of the oil and gas company's stock valued at $585,818,000. Franklin Resources Inc. grew its stake in shares of Exxon Mobil by 16.3%. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. bought 4,530,457 shares. Strategic Financial Concepts LLC bought 1,792,811 shares. Exxon Mobil's quarterly dividend is $0.99 per share. Blue Trust Inc. trimmed its holdings in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM ) by 9.3% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 111...[+5084 chars] 2025-02-18T11:27:20 To fix sewage pollution crisis we'll need to raise executive bonuses by 50%, insist water companies Andy Matthews https://newsthump.com/2025/02/18/to-fix-sewage-pollution-crisis-well-need-to-raise-executive-bonuses-by-50-insist-water-companies-2 https://newsthump.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/older-businessman.jpg GB en Water companies have announced a 50% rise in executive bonuses to try and prevent sewage pollution. Some companies are billions in debt, so they have no choice but to increase bonuses by up to 50%. Last year, the bonuses rose by 20%, but the problems with sewage pollution still persisted. "Water companies have insisted they are making a serious effort to prevent sewage pollution by announcing a 50% rise in executive bonuses. With sewage pollution still a massive issue across the country...[+937 chars]" 2025-02-18T10:33:15 Deepki consolidates growth and continues to revolutionise the real estate sector through innovation https://apnews.com/press-release/pr-newswire/real-estate-f729d7f1dc9d3b69f562ba6269591185 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Deepki is the most trusted ESG solution for real estate. Since raising €150 million in Series C funding in 2022, it has doubled its revenues in both 2022 and over the period 2023-24. It has partnered with 53 of the world's biggest real estate investment managers and will shortly be opening additional offices globally. "Deepki, the most trusted ESG solution for real estate, has marked its tenth year since inception with another year of impact, innovation and growth. Strong commercial and financial performance and rap...[+2554 chars]" 2025-02-18T10:00:03 To the CEOs who've joined Trump's fight against diversity, I say this: you're making a big mistake Stefan Stern https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/feb/18/ceo-donald-trump-anti-diversity-agenda-dei-initiatives-oval-office-workforce https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/a1a3f6fc710ac3a8ac7665cfa5b9ca932fb27499/0_62_5344_3207/master/5344.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctb3BpbmlvbnMucG5n&enable=upscale&s=f742e5409a3732f33839e36f120f6af2 GB en Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is ending diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Amazon, McDonald's, Accenture, Google, General Motors, Pepsi, Walmart and Boeing are among the corporate giants that are downplaying or removing references to DEI and public commitments to it. Goldman Sachs is still committed to operating its programmes and policies in compliance with the law. Jamie Dimon, the boss of JPMorgan Chase, dared anti-DEI activists to challenge his bank's pro-diversity stance. The mask has slipped and the gloves are off. A company which in 2022 boasted that it had exceeded its target, 'spending $1.26 billion with US certified diverse suppliers', is now ending diversity, equ...[+6526 chars] 2025-02-18T09:23:21 Barclays and Natwest to axe climate targets from exec bonuses as US follows suit Amber Murray News Reporter https://www.business-live.co.uk/professional-services/banking-finance/barclays-natwest-axe-climate-targets-31026441 https://i2-prod.liverpoolecho.co.uk/incoming/article26123288.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_JS228605827.jpg GB en Barclays and Natwest have decided to remove climate targets from their annual bonus schemes for top executives. The move is indicative of a broader trend in the corporate sector, severing the formal connection between climate and diversity goals and remuneration. Natwest will give sustainability metrics a 15% weighting in its chief executive's performance share plan, up from 10%. "Banking behemoths Barclays and Natwest have decided to remove climate targets from their annual bonus schemes for top executives. This move is indicative of a broader trend in the corporate sector, se...[+2377 chars]" 2025-02-18T09:16:00 Australia Urged to Act as Wellbeing Lag Worsens Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/australia-urged-to-act-as-wellbeing-lag-worsens-1409984 https://www.monash.edu/__data/assets/image/0008/539225/default-news-thumbnail.jpg US en Monash's Transforming Australia report shows Australia's progress towards UN Sustainable Development Goals has stalled or is going backwards on more than half of 80 indicators. Australia is lagging behind other OECD nations. 3.3 million Australians are living below the poverty line, worse than the OECD average of 12.1%. 13% of Australians experience food insecurity, compared to 8.5% in Europe and North America. "Bold policy shifts are needed to get Australia's falling social, economic and environmental wellbeing back on track, new modelling from Monash University shows. Developed by the Monash Sustainable Dev...[+3913 chars]" 2025-02-18T09:08:02 Barclays and Natwest drop climate targets from executive bonuses Amber Murray https://www.cityam.com/barclays-and-natwest-drop-climate-targets-from-executive-bonuses https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/GettyImages-93252550-e1718817813430.jpg GB en Barclays and Natwest will roll climate targets into long-term share-based incentive schemes for senior executives. The move is part of a wider reform of pro-environmental and social measures that many companies had baked into their processes in recent years. Donald Trump's first act as the US President was to sign an executive order on 20 January to end 'radical and wasteful' DEI programmes in the US. Deloitte has'sunseted' its diversity goals and removed DEI-related content from its website. "Banking giants Barclays and Natwest will both drop climate targets from their annual bonus schemes for senior executives. The move reflects a wider shift underway in the corporate world, removing a fo...[+2140 chars]" 2025-02-18T09:00:00 WuXi Biologics Awarded Platinum Medal by EcoVadis Sustainability Rating for Second Consecutive Year PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wuxi-biologics-awarded-platinum-medal-090000758.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/3eb22fc91602b8051c8be257ba0db665 US en WuXi Biologics has been awarded a Platinum Medal by EcoVadis Sustainability Rating. It is the second year in a row that the company has received the highest level of recognition. The company is ranked in the top 1% of more than 150,000 companies evaluated worldwide. "Ranked among the top 1% of more than 150,000 companies across 185 countries Trusted by global partners for strong sustainability commitment Recognized as a leader in Green CRDMO, driving innovation fo...[+3732 chars]" 2025-02-18T08:58:53 Payout ratio of 50% for FY2024 Distribution to shareholders and Upgraded Distribution Policy (Bank of Cyprus Holdings plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Payout_ratio_of_50_for_FY2024_Distribution_to_shareholders_a https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/[] US en Payout ratio of 50% for FY2024 distribution to shareholders upgraded in Nicosia, 18 February 2025. This announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) and is subject to the requirements of the Article 7. )AnnouncementPayout ratio of 50% for FY2024 Distribution to shareholdersUpgraded Distribution PolicyNicosia, 18 February 2025This announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7...[+36 chars] 2025-02-18T08:45:31 Japan targets 60% greenhouse gas emission reduction by 2035 Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4127998/japan-targets-60-greenhouse-gas-emission-reduction-by-2035.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Japan pledged to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels. Climate campaigners said the target fell short of what was needed under the Paris Agreemen's.   . ... Read the full story here. Japan Tuesday pledged to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels but climate campaigners said the target fell short of what was needed under the Paris Agreemen...[+34 chars] 2025-02-18T08:36:47 Corporate revolt set to kill off ASX diversity plan Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/corporate-revolt-set-to-kill-off-asx-diversity-plan-20250217-p5lcw0 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.1765%2C$multiply_4%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_exclusive_no_age_social_wm/68258538a0972fa4c0f5434c38abd29ecfbba5f2 AU en At least four key business groups will vote against the ASX's proposed new governance rules for listed companies that include personal disclosures by directors on diversity. The 19-member ASX Corporate Governance Council had been asked to respond by Tuesday to the latest iteration of the proposed rules. At least four key business groups will vote against the ASX's proposed new governance rules for listed companies that include personal disclosures by directors on diversity – effectively killing off a...[+349 chars] 2025-02-18T08:30:41 Silkbank shareholders approve merger with UBL, pending regulatory clearance News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/02/18/silkbank-shareholders-approve-merger-with-ubl-pending-regulatory-clearance https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/PRL-200x140.jpg PK en Shareholders of Silkbank Limited have formally approved the merger of the bank with United Bank Limited (UBL) under the Scheme of Amalgamation. The approval was granted during an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on Tuesday, in Islamabad. The leadership of UBL and Silkbank will manage the merger's procedural aspects. Shareholders of Silkbank Limited have formally approved the merger of the bank with United Bank Limited (UBL) under the Scheme of Amalgamation, subject to regulatory approvals from the State Bank of P...[+1174 chars] 2025-02-18T08:28:07 Corporate America's retreat from ESG and DEI accelerates under Trump Viki Auslender https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/nixdwef19 https://pic1.calcalist.co.il/picserver3/crop_images/2021/06/25/Skd54oQ3O/Skd54oQ3O_0_62_594_335_0_large.jpg IL en Since Donald Trump took office, corporate America has retreated from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) programs. In 2024, approximately $20 billion flowed out of ESG funds, marking an all-time high. On his first day in office, Trump signed an executive order eliminating diversity programs within the federal government and threatening penalties for public companies that continue to use them. Several major corporations have already scaled back or abandoned their DEI efforts. Since Donald Trump took office as U.S. president, corporate America has retreated from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) programs in a move reminis...[+5180 chars] 2025-02-18T08:20:17 Legal Storm Brews: Mostert and Bosman Accused of Withholding R57m Banxso Settlement from Clients Thabo Makwakwa https://www.iol.co.za/news/news/politics/legal-storm-brews-mostert-and-bosman-accused-of-withholding-r57m-banxso-settlement-from-clients-b2f57488-8c2a-42a3-abcc-85b8d72d42a1 https://image-prod.iol.co.za/resize/650x366/Clients-accuse-Mostert-and-Bosman-of-failing-to-disclose-a-significant-R57m-settlement-offer-from-Banxso-raising-questions-about-transparency-in-the-ongoing-liquidation-battle?source=https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/9be027185944943b9ca65e1fafedbe54b5de7a3a/1024&operation=CROP&offset=0x224&resize=1024x576 ZA en Pierre Du Toit of Mostert and Bosman is pursuing Banxso's liquidation. He is accused of not informing his clients of the R57 million liquidity offer of liquidity funded by the company's directors. One of his clients, Ms Wentzel, was not informed of the liquidity offer. In a bizarre twist of events, Pierre Du Toit of Mostert and Bosman, currently pursuing Banxso's liquidation, has been accused by some of the clients represented by his firm of not informing them of th...[+9119 chars] 2025-02-18T08:12:29 Budget 2025: Tax incentives to get more companies, fund managers to list on SGX Sue-Ann Tan https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/budget-2025-tax-incentives-to-get-more-companies-fund-managers-to-list-on-sgx https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/0c8f386b61ac3246129f939c1f19b175001954f4adf8b64c0caada360aa108e8 SG en There will be tax incentives to get more companies and fund managers to list on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) as part of measures to boost the local equities market. The first set of measures recommended by the Equities Market Review Group was set up in August 2024 in an effort to strengthen the attractiveness of the Singapore stock market. Corporate income tax rebate will be granted to Singapore-based companies that intend to go public. There will be a tax exemption for fund managers that invest substantially in Singapore-listed companies. "There will also be tax incentives for fund managers which invest substantially in Singapore-listed companies, PM Wong added. ST PHOTO: GIN TAY Budget 2025: Tax incentives to get more companies, fund m...[+3789 chars]" 2025-02-18T08:02:48 NFG Acquires Controlling Stake in Cayman-Based Kessner Capital Management Ltd., Expanding ... NFG SA https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/nfg-acquires-controlling-stake-in-cayman-based-kessner-capital-management-ltd-expanding/article_81dee57c-b9ab-5464-90b4-009b2889f251.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en NFG SA, a Swiss private investment firm, has signed an agreement to acquire a 76% controlling stake in Kessner Capital Management Ltd. This acquisition is accompanied by an investment of up to $50 million. Economic projections for Africa show a GDP increase from 3.4% in 2024 to 4.0% by 2026. NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NFG SA ('NFG'), a Swiss private investment firm, today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire a 76% controlling stake in Kessner Capital Manag...[+696 chars] 2025-02-18T07:59:40 Sea Limited to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/sea-limited-to-report-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results/article_33992596-16b9-5133-b069-265c548df166.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Sea Limited plans to announce its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results before the U.S. market opens on March 4, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Sea is a subsidiary of Sea Limited (NYSE: SE). "SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 18, 2025-- Sea Limited (NYSE: SE) ('Sea' or the 'Company') plans to announce its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results before the U.S. market opens on March 4, 2025...[+20 chars]" 2025-02-18T07:59:40 Sea Limited to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/sea-limited-to-report-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results/article_4d3afaec-8d7b-53a7-b98d-a78760f1079e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Sea Limited (NYSE: SE) plans to announce its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results before the U.S. market opens on March 4, 2025, U.s. Eastern Time, before the fourth quarter of 2024 results are announced before the first quarter of 2025. Sea Limited (NYSE: SE) ('Sea' or the 'Company') plans to announce its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results before the U.S. market opens on March 4, 2025, U.S. Eastern Time. 2025-02-18T07:55:00 Hungarian Businesses Must Multiply Efforts to Curb Climate Change Gergely Herpai https://bbj.hu/economy/statistics/analysis/hungarian-businesses-must-multiply-efforts-to-curb-climate-change https://bbj.hu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Borek-Flóra.jpg HU en 66% of Hungarian companies with a sustainability focus have already set specific climate targets. The number of businesses measuring emissions across their entire value chain has doubled. However, only 16% have implemented climate adaptation action plans. Hungary has already reduced its emissions by 43% between 1990 and 2023, reaching its original 2030 emissions reduction target ahead of schedule. A survey by the Business Council for Sustainable Development in Hungary (BCSDH), conducted with professional support from Deloitte and just published for the third time, reveals that 66% of Hungarian ...[+6956 chars] 2025-02-18T07:33:16 You need to experiment to win and achieve things Reshmi AR https://www.deccanchronicle.com/technology/in-other-news/magellanic-cloud-global-ceo-md-joseph-sudheer-thumma-interview-1861915 https://www.deccanchronicle.com/h-upload/2025/02/18/1891816-josephsudheerthummaglobalceomanagingdirectorofmagellaniccloud1.jpg IN en Magellanic Cloud has successfully listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). Joseph Sudheer Thumma, Global CEO and Managing Director of the company, explains how the listing will fuel the company's expansion plans, innovation, and R&D initiatives. Magellanic cloud plans to acquire a company valued at $20-25 million and expand into the Middle East and Europe. Magellanic Cloud, a pioneering technology company, has successfully listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), marking a significant milestone in its growth journey. In an exclusive interview with D...[+3725 chars] 2025-02-18T07:29:03 SBTi Verifies GenScript Biotech Corp's Carbon Emission Reduction Goals, Marking a Major Sustainability Milestone! PR Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/sbti-verifies-genscript-biotech-corps-carbon-emission-reduction-goals-marking-a-major-sustainability-milestone/article_76f33eb4-f25d-553a-a364-c1b8b0412fbe.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en GenScript Biotech Corp. is committing to aggressive carbon emission reduction targets. The targets have been verified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and align with the 1.5°C warming pathway outlined in the Paris Agreement. GenScript has developed a scientifically sound carbon reduction roadmap in accordance with SBTi requirements. PISCATAWAY, N.J., Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GenScript Biotech Corp, a global leader in life sciences R&D and manufacturing services, today announced that it is committing to aggressive carbon emis...[+571 chars] 2025-02-18T07:15:00 Vaisala's Board of Directors resolved on share-based long-term incentive plans Vaisala Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vaisala-board-directors-resolved-share-071500304.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/42be8a589563f9d426c1e6bff3d7ae7d US en Vaisala's Board of Directors has resolved on two share-based long-term incentive plans for the company's key employees. The potential rewards from the Performance Share Plan 2025–2027 will be based on the total shareholder return, average operating result margin (EBIT) during the performance period and sustainability target. The Restricted Share Unit Plan 2025-2027 consists of vesting periods lasting for 12 to 36 months. The President and CEO and each member of the Vaisala Leadership Team will retain their ownership of shares under this plan until the value of their ownership corresponds to at least their annual gross base salary. "Vaisala Corporation Stock exchange release February 18, 2025, at 9:15 a.m. (EET) Vaisala's Board of Directors resolved on share-based long-term incentive plans Vaisala's Board of Directors has resolve...[+3848 chars]" 2025-02-18T07:04:14 Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on Sovereign Green Bonds and PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (Week 90) Nitendra Pal Singh https://indianexpress.com/article/upsc-current-affairs/upsc-essentials/upsc-essentials-mains-answer-practice-gs-3-questions-on-sovereign-green-bonds-and-pm-dhan-dhaanya-krishi-yojana-week-90-9842127 https://images.indianexpress.com/2025/02/green-bonds.jpg IN en UPSC Essentials offers its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various GS papers. The introduction of the answer is essential and should be restricted to 3-5 lines. Green bonds are debt instruments issued by governments, businesses, and multilateral banks to finance projects that cut emissions or improve climate resilience. Since 2022–23, India has issued SGrBs eight times and uses half of the proceeds to subsidise the development of energy-efficient three-phase electric locomotives via the Ministry of Railways. UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative for the practice of Mains answer writing. It covers essential topics of static and dynamic parts of the UPSC Civil Services syllabus covered under various ...[+7103 chars] 2025-02-18T06:00:00 Data centres to supply electricity under proposed new rules Barry O'Halloran https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/02/18/data-centres-to-supply-electricity-under-proposed-new-rules https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/PX4T5CB66XV6KWB66OJE24IG5I.jpg?smart=true&auth=a50d70ee54905a021024b7fb0d786c916544618676aa44de1d3cffdfdbfe7a6f&width=1200&height=630 IE en New data centres will have to supply electricity to the market that provides power to homes and businesses under proposed new rules for the industry published on Tuesday. Data centres consume one-fifth of all electricity used in the Republic, a figure set to rise to 30 per cent by 2032. EirGrid and ESB Networks have already pledged connections to data centres. "Future data centres will have to supply electricity to homes and businesses under proposed new rules for the industry that regulators will publish on Tuesday. The centres, needed for digital communica...[+2756 chars]" 2025-02-18T05:56:24 NASS transmits ISB 2024 to Tinubu for assent Mathew https://sundiatapost.com/nass-transmits-isb-2024-to-tinubu-for-assent https://i0.wp.com/sundiatapost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Tinubu-NASS-1.jpeg?fit=538%2C263&ssl=1 NG en The National Assembly has transmitted the Investments and Securities Bill 2024 to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for assent. Senator Osita Izunaso is the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Capital Market. The Committee has followed up with a written directive to the Minister of Finance to include a N10 billion special fund for investor education as part of the 2025 budget. ABUJA (Sundiata Post) – The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Capital Market, Senator Osita Izunaso, has announced that the National Assembly has transmitted the Investments and Securities Bill 2024...[+3572 chars] 2025-02-18T05:55:22 Gensol Promoter sells shares to reduce pledge Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Gensol_Promoter_sells_shares_to_reduce_pledge https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Aglw4DL24aY/0.jpg US en Anmol Singh Jaggi has sold 215,000 shares to reduce the company's pledged shares. The sale represents less than 1 per cent of the total. The company wants to be a pledge-free company in the future. The decision to sell a portion of his shareholding is driven by their commitment to make Gensol a pledge free company. Gensol Engineering Limited announced today that Managing Director Anmol Singh Jaggi has sold 215,000 shares to reduce the company's pledged shares. According to the investor release, the sale represen...[+156 chars] 2025-02-18T05:22:21 Wall Street banks scrub DEI language from websites in latest retreat from corporate wokeness: report New York Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Wall_Street_banks_scrub_DEI_language_from_websites_in_latest https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/[] US en "JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley and Citigroup have been scrubbing DEI verbiage from their websites in the latest industry retreat since Donald Trump took office and took aim at corporate wokeness. DEI is ""Diversity, equity and inclusion""." Major Wall Street banks are reportedly scrubbing DEI verbiage from their websites in the latest industry retreat since Donald Trump took office and took aim at corporate wokeness.JPMorgan Chase, Morga...[+70 chars] 2025-02-18T05:01:00 Galapagos receives transparency notification and 13D filing from Tang Capital Feb. 18, 2025 05:01 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6039245 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/MmJiM2M4OWItZDkzMy00YmY2LWI3ZTMtNTMwZjdhMmI1NmQ5LTEwMTE4NTc=/tiny/Galapagos-NV.png TW en Galapagos NV (Euronext & NASDAQ: GLPG) received a transparency notification and 13D filing from Tang Capital. Galapagos is a biotechnology company with operations in Europe and the U.S. It is dedicated to transforming patient outcomes through life-changing science and innovation. "Mechelen, Belgium; February 17, 2025, 22:01 CET; regulated information – Galapagos NV (Euronext & NASDAQ: GLPG) received a transparency notification and 13D filing from Tang Capital. Pursuant to Belgi...[+3731 chars]" 2025-02-18T05:00:00 Coway Unveils Corporate Value-Up Plan with Revenue Target of KRW 5 Trillion in 2027 Coway Co. https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/industry/household_products/coway-unveils-corporate-value-up-plan-with-revenue-target-of-krw-5-trillion-in-2027/article_ad58c277-3caa-5fb6-bb87-bda63691c863.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/8d/f8d4b82e-177f-55bd-b58c-f6d98c53197d/671131385816e.image.jpg?crop=1215%2C638%2C742%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Coway Co., Ltd. has launched its Corporate Value-Up Plan. The company aims to generate revenue of over KRW 5 trillion in 2027 through core business expansion, new brand development and new business initiatives. The total shareholder return rate of 40% will be maintained for three years by means of cash dividends and acquisition and retirement of treasury stocks. In its Corporate Value-Up Plan, Coway has identified four key indicators to enhance sustainable shareholder value: continuous growth, shareholder returns improvement, strengthened financial stability ...[+877 chars] 2025-02-18T05:00:00 Drivers continue to ignore parking rules in town Jamie Singleton https://www.wiltshiretimes.co.uk/news/24942134.trowbridges-illegal-parking-problem-continues https://www.wiltshiretimes.co.uk/resources/images/19101140.jpg?type=og-image GB en Anmol Singh Jaggi has sold 215,000 shares to reduce the company's pledged shares. The shares of Gensol Engineering Limited were trading at ₹544.40 today at 10.40 am. The company's promoters currently own 2.38 crore shares (62.5% of total shareholding), with 81.7% of these shares pledged as of December 31, 2024. Gensol Engineering Limited announced today that Managing Director Anmol Singh Jaggi has sold 215,000 shares to reduce the company's pledged shares. According to the investor release, the sale represen...[+1201 chars] 2025-02-18T04:58:33 Japan sets new 2035 emissions cut goal Kyoko Hasegawa https://www.djournal.com/news/national/japan-sets-new-2035-emissions-cut-goal/article_49abf55a-e747-524c-8d7f-6ebcee84bc26.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/djournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/e/19/e196a2ca-91ba-5e9e-bfd5-3c553922e19a/67b3ed624a68a.image.jpg?crop=341%2C341%2C85%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Japan pledged to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels. Climate campaigners say the revised target falls short of what is needed under the Paris Agreement to limit global warming. Each country is supposed to provide a steeper headline figure to the United Nations for cutting heat-trapping emissions by 2035. Japan Tuesday pledged to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels but climate campaigners said the revised target fell short of what was needed under the Paris ...[+240 chars] 2025-02-18T04:30:20 EMSTEEL plans to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 Staff Writer https://www.arabianbusiness.com/industries/emsteel-plans-to-significantly-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-2030 https://www.arabianbusiness.com/cloud/2025/02/18/EMSTEEL.jpg AE en Abu Dhabi's EMSTEEL aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in its Steel Business Unit by 40 per cent and in its Cement Business unit by 30 per cent by the end of 2030. The group will focus on enhancing energy efficiency, incorporating advanced process optimisation technologies and utilising alternative fuels and raw materials in steel and cement production. It is also expected to accelerate the use of clean and renewable energy to cover 100 per cent of electricity demand by 2030. "Abu Dhabi's EMSTEEL said it aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in its Steel Business Unit by 40 per cent and in its Cement Business Unit by 30 per cent by the end of 2030. Using 2019 as the...[+3047 chars]" 2025-02-18T03:50:20 Goromonzi seeks strict mining regulations Julia Ndlela https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200038430/goromonzi-seeks-strict-mining-regulations https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2025/02/5xpVQm8X09q5VFHMhm3rrBkcNpRNJzD2NN1lz5C8.jpg ZW en Residents in Goromonzi have called for strict mining regulations and a review of the current fiscal framework. They argue that mining companies are causing significant environmental degradation with little consequence, while the community receives minimal benefits. The sentiments were shared during a stakeholder engagement meeting hosted by ActionAid Zimbabwe in partnership with Zimbabwe Council of Churches. "The residents argue that mining companies operating in the area are causing significant environmental degradation with little consequence, while the community receives minimal benefits. Residents in G...[+3582 chars]" 2025-02-18T03:40:15 Climate Action and Governance: The Role of Institutions in a Sustainable Future Co E-EDP https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3267306-climate-action-and-governance-the-role-of-institutions-in-a-sustainable-future https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/17_02_2025_08_59_28_9441615.webp?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The adoption of climate-friendly policies and technologies is influenced by national governance structures. Well-structured governance frameworks significantly enhance the diffusion of both policies and technology. Environmental policy stringency has increased over the last two decades, but taxation and financial incentives for sustainability have remained largely stagnant. Climate change is a defining challenge of our time, prompting extensive research from institutions such as the European Central Bank (ECB), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (...[+7031 chars] 2025-02-18T02:52:02 Delaware bill would limit investor lawsuits as companies threaten to leave the state Tom Hals https://ca.news.yahoo.com/delaware-bill-limit-investor-lawsuits-025202378.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/22d9821e2b39d3632b927013607fe0cf US en Delaware's corporate law governs relations between company boards and their investors for two-thirds of the S&P500 index. Several high-profile companies, including Meta Platforms, Dropbox and Bill Ackman's management company, have said they might move their legal home to another state. Texas has established a business court that is meant to rival Delaware's Court of Chancery. "By Tom Hals WILMINGTON, Delaware (Reuters) - Delaware lawmakers on Monday proposed changes to the U.S. state's widely used corporate law that would limit shareholder lawsuits after several high-profil...[+4014 chars]" 2025-02-18T02:50:00 Joining EITI would place transparency at the forefront, expert says Namibian Sun http://www.namibiansun.com/government/joining-eiti-would-place-transparency-at-the-forefront-expert-says2025-02-18 https://cdn.nmh.com.na:2083/S3Server/namibiansun/uploads/images/2025/02/17/403277.jpg unknown en Namibia is being urged to join the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) on a voluntary basis to ensure local benefits and the equitable distribution of proceeds from the EITI. . For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 909090 or visit a Samaritans branch. "Home GOVERNMENT Joining EITI would place transparency at the forefront, expert says Augetto Graig 1 Hour Ago - 2025-02-18 04:50:00 Namibia is being urged to join the Extractive Industries Transparency...[+155 chars]" 2025-02-18T02:27:31 Singapore Exchange veterans depart during market revival push John Cheng https://sg.news.yahoo.com/singapore-exchange-veterans-leave-amid-stock-market-revival-push-022730694.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/lPlvdRLpTQXfSTI1booVQg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-02/78fdb2d0-ed9f-11ef-bf6b-e1c8b59480cb US en Frieda Choong, June Sim and Nico Torchetti are leaving Singapore Exchange Ltd. as the bourse tries to revive its flagging equities business. Eliza Tan will take over Choong's position as head of IPO admissions. Michael Tang, head of listing policy and product admission at the Singapore Exchange Regulation, is set to succeed Sim. "By John Cheng and Joyce Koh (Bloomberg) — Several veteran staffers of Singapore Exchange Ltd. are leaving as the bourse tries to revive its flagging equities business, according to people familiar wit...[+3227 chars]" 2025-02-18T01:51:26 Japan targets 60% emissions cut by 2035 from 2013 levels Kyoko Hasegawa https://www.mdjonline.com/neighbor_newspapers/news/national/japan-targets-60-emissions-cut-by-2035-from-2013-levels/article_bdd9ebb5-727f-5408-a8c3-a9c6e7d93e05.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/mdjonline.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/2b/12b1365b-4d48-5616-840f-8a20486fa314/67b3ed563d1dd.image.jpg?crop=341%2C341%2C85%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Japan set fresh climate targets on Tuesday, pledging to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels from 2013.   Â i in a statement on Tuesday. in the statement, Japan pledged to slash greenhouse gasses by 60%. Japan set fresh climate targets on Tuesday, pledging to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels. 2025-02-18T01:00:00 Data centres to be required to make their carbon emissions public David Murphy https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2025/0218/1497295-proposal-to-see-data-centres-make-carbon-emissions-public https://img.rasset.ie/0020a5d2-1600.jpg IE en Data centres will be required to make public their carbon emissions and use of renewables under a new draft policy from the regulator responsible for the energy sector. Energy demand from the data centres has risen from 5% of Ireland's electricity in 2015 to 21% in 2023 and is forecast to reach 30% by 2032. Eirgrid and ESB Networks will be asked to assess the appetite of data centres for further growth. "Data centres are going to be required to make public their carbon emissions and use of renewables, under a new draft policy from the regulator responsible for the energy sector. The proposal is part o...[+1426 chars]" 2025-02-18T00:23:43 Support for ESG proposals at record low driven by US investors, report shows The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Support_for_ESG_proposals_at_record_low_driven_by_US_investo https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/[] US en Report highlights 'worrying retreat' in support for shareholder resolutions on environmental and social risks. Support for shareholder proposals aimed at tackling these risks hit a record low last year, according to the report.   - Â Report highlights 'worrying retreat' in support for shareholder resolutions on environmental and social risksSupport for shareholder proposals aimed at tackling environmental and social risks hit a re...[+40 chars] 2025-02-18T00:01:51 Support for ESG proposals at record low driven by US investors, report shows Kalyeena Makortoff https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/feb/18/support-for-esg-proposals-at-record-low-driven-by-us-investors-report-shows https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/4dad3c07adc1a8fbeea3bc81321fd8c4caa07c42/0_144_4323_2594/master/4323.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=2088054361766e4d7a12cbfbdcf9858e GB en Support for shareholder proposals aimed at tackling environmental and social risks hit a record low last year. Out of 279 shareholder resolutions put forward at annual general meetings in the UK, Europe and the US, only four secured majority support. Rightwing activists and politicians have targeted financial firms for supporting climate and diversity policies in the US. Donald Trump's administration is encouraging a retreat from environmental policies, in favour of support for oil and gas production. "Support for shareholder proposals aimed at tackling environmental and social risks hit a record low last year, figures show, amid a 'worrying retreat' by investors, particularly in the US. A report co...[+4554 chars]" 2025-02-18T00:01:00 Plans to tackle environmental risks ‘got record-low support from asset managers' Rebecca Speare-Cole https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/plans-tackle-environmental-risks-got-000100995.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/g1bRQu1iE9.E_PMkJq_4GA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/snappa.ukfinance/0efae9d2f39775972994c8d540ec7b5e US en Only 1.4% of 279 shareholder resolutions received majority support in 2024, down from 21% in 2021. Four of the world's largest asset managers voted against shareholder proposals aimed at protecting human rights, nature and climate last year. UK and European asset managers supported 81% of shareholder proposals on average, compared to 25% for their US counterparts. "Proposals aimed at tackling environmental and social risks saw record-low support from asset managers at shareholder meetings last year, according to an analysis. ShareAction, which campaigns for resp...[+5530 chars]" 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Tax breaks and state aid: All about the EU's draft Clean Industrial Deal Hindustan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Tax_breaks_and_state_aid_All_about_the_EUs_draft_Clean_Indus https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/[] US en The European Commission will propose a package of measures next week to help EU industries stay competitive while cutting their carbon footprint, a draft of the package showed on Tuesday. A photograph taken on February 18, 2025 shows the current carbon footprint of EU industries. The European Commission will next week propose a package of measures to help EU industries stay competitive while they cut their carbon footprint, a draft of the package showed on Tuesday.This photogr...[+37 chars] 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Clean Shipping Coalition urges for clear fuel standards SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Clean_Shipping_Coalition_urges_for_clear_fuel_standards https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Clean Shipping Coalition called on the International Maritime Organization to adopt clear, enforceable global fuel and energy standards in light of the upcoming Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 18). The Clean Shipping Coalition called on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to adopt clear, enforceable global fuel and energy standards in light of the upcoming Intersessional Working Group ...[+109 chars] 2025-02-18T00:00:00 ESMA seeks feedback on proposed competency standards for crypto service providers BTC Manager https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/ESMA_seeks_feedback_on_proposed_competency_standards_for_cry https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Securities and Markets Authority is seeking public feedback on proposed knowledge. It is seeking feedback from the public on the proposed knowledge for the European Securities & Markets Authority (ESMA) and the European Commission (ECB). It is also seeking public comments on proposed rules. The European Securities and Markets Authority is seeking public feedback on proposed knowledge 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Sustainability Report (Siegfried 2024 AR Sustainability Report EN FYR ) (Siegfried Holding AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Sustainability_Report_Siegfried_2024_AR_Sustainability_Repor https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ) Sustainability Report 2024 and Report on Material Topics 04 General Disclosures 32 are available. for both the report on sustainability at Siegfried and a report on material topics at the Siegfried Annual Report 2024, which is available in English and German. ) Sustainability Report 2024 Sustainability Report Siegfried Annual Report 2024 2 Sustainability Report Sustainability at Siegfried 04 Reporting on Material Topics 04 General Disclosures 32 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Colorado Bill Would Require Businesses To Disclose Climate Emissions Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Colorado_Bill_Would_Require_Businesses_To_Disclose_Climate_E https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Colorado has joined the wave of states considering requiring businesses to disclose greenhouse gas emissions. Reporting would begin in 2028, starting in Colorado in the next 2028.   . in Colorado. In Colorado, businesses would have to disclose their emissions. Colorado has joined the wave of states considering requiring businesses to disclose greenhouse gas emissions. Reporting would begin in 2028. 2025-02-18T00:00:00 ESG and DEI Are Down But Not Out, Analysts Say The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/ESG_and_DEI_Are_Down_But_Not_Out_Analysts_Say https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Despite recent eulogies for the environmental, social and governance (ESG) movement, many insiders say the funeral is premature and their demise is inevitable. David Bahnsen, chief investment officer of the Bahn's Group believes the movement has been accelerated. "Despite recent eulogies for the environmental, social and governance (ESG) movement, as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, many insiders say the funeral is premature. "" Their dem...[+126 chars]" 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Procter \u0026 Gamble, Kroger defend diversity policies amid Trump attack on DEI Cincinnati.com https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Procter_u0026_Gamble_Kroger_defend_diversity_policies_amid_T https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Procter & Gamble, Kroger, GE Aerospace and major corporations face intensified scrutiny for their diversity policies. President Donald Trump has declared they are 'discriminatory and illegal' via executive order. In the new administration's bid to fight 'diversity, equity and inclusion' Procter & Gamble, Kroger, GE Aerospace and major corporations across the country face intensified scrutiny for their diversity policies after President Donald Trump has declared they are 'discriminato...[+136 chars] 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Japan sets new 2035 emissions cut goal Killeen Daily Herald https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Japan_sets_new_2035_emissions_cut_goal_6 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Japan pledged to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels. Climate campaigners say the revised target falls short of what is needed under the Paris Agreement to limit global warming, as stated by the UN. ""The revised target fell short of the required by UN's Paris Agreement." Japan Tuesday pledged to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels but climate campaigners said the revised target fell short of what was needed under the Paris ...[+34 chars] 2025-02-18T00:00:00 EU Regulator Proposes Staff Assessment Guidelines for Crypto Firms NDTV https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/EU_Regulator_Proposes_Staff_Assessment_Guidelines_for_Crypto https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The EU's ESMA has released a proposal of suggested guidelines to help crypto firms assess the competence requirements for their staff members. By introducing this step, the regulatory agency said it will help them to comply with the requirements for crypto firms' staff members, it added. The EU's ESMA has released a proposal of suggested guidelines to help crypto firms assess the competence requirements for their staff members. By introducing this step, the regulatory agency said, it 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Alberta Energy Regulator penalizes McLand Resources Ltd. Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Alberta_Energy_Regulator_penalizes_McLand_Resources_Ltd https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Company contravened both the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and the Oil and Gas Conservation Rules by using illegal methods to pollute the environment and to produce oil and gas. The company has been fined $1.5 million for the violation of the rules. "Company contravened both Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and Oil and Gas Conservation Rules Company contravened both Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and Oil and Gas Conservat...[+9 chars]" 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Japan targets 60% emissions cut by 2035 from 2013 levels Knoxville Daily Sun https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Japan_targets_60_emissions_cut_by_2035_from_2013_levels_v https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Japan set new climate targets on Tuesday, pledging to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels. Under the Paris Agreement, each country is supposed to provide a steeper headline figure to the UN for cutting heat-trapping emissions by 2035. Japan set fresh climate targets on Tuesday, pledging to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent in the next decade from 2013 levels. Under the Paris Agreement, each country is supposed to provide...[+260 chars] 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Ezz Steel withdraws from the Egyptian stock exchange Steel Radar https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Ezz_Steel_withdraws_from_the_Egyptian_stock_exchange https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ezz Steel initiated the process of voluntary delisting from the Egyptian Stock Exchange. The objection of the main shareholder Ahmed Ezz was rejected by the Financial Supervisory Authority. A price of 138.15 Egyptian Pounds per share was set for the shareholders. Ezz Steel initiated the process of voluntary delisting from the Egyptian Stock Exchange with the Extraordinary General Assembly decision. A price of 138.15 Egyptian Pounds per share was set for the sh...[+112 chars] 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Japan backs nuclear power in climate plan criticized as insufficient Japan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Japan_backs_nuclear_power_in_climate_plan_criticized_as_insu https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The government is targeting emissions cuts of 60% by fiscal 2035, but environmental groups and businesses have called for more ambition. The government is not obliged to meet the target.   for the current fiscal year, but for the next fiscal year. The government is targeting emissions cuts of 60% by fiscal 2035, but environmental groups and businesses have called for more ambition. 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Many companies meet climate pledges on paper — not on the ground, analyst says Mongabay https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Many_companies_meet_climate_pledges_on_paper_not_on_the_grou https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en There is limited accountability for corporations that fail to achieve their climate change mitigation targets, according to a recent paper in the journal Nature Climate Change. Corporate initiatives like 'carbon neutrality' or 'net zero emissions' goals are often met with positive fanfare, but when companies eventually fail to meet their targets, there's limited accountability. A recent paper in the journal Nature Climate Change concludes there is limited accountability for corporations that fail to achieve their climate change mitigation targets. Lofty sounding initiatives ...[+129 chars] 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Plans to tackle environmental risks ‘got record-low support from asset managers' AOL https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Plans_to_tackle_environmental_risks_got_recordlow_support_fr_8 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Only 1.4% of shareholder resolutions aimed at tackling environmental and social risks received majority support from asset managers at shareholder meetings last year, according to ShareAction's analysis. ShareAction campaigns for responsible investment and supports environmental initiatives in the investment industry. Proposals aimed at tackling environmental and social risks saw record-low support from asset managers at shareholder meetings last year, according to an analysis. ShareAction, which campaigns for resp...[+114 chars] 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Green jobs can address unemployment and climate change challenges Moneyweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Green_jobs_can_address_unemployment_and_climate_change_chall https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Teboho Makhabane is the head of ESG and Impact. She says green projects are hard to find and need to have different investors and people coming together to make them successful. She also says that green projects need to be sustainable.   'Green projects are usually very hard to find, and you need to have different investors and people coming together,' Teboho Makhabane, head of ESG and Impact. 2025-02-18T00:00:00 EnWave to Report First Quarter Financial Results on February 24, 2025 and Host Investor Conference Call Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/EnWave_to_Report_First_Quarter_Financial_Results_on_February https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EnWave Corporation (TSX-V:ENW | FSE:E4U) is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, British Columbia. The company is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and on the FSE Stock Exchange. For more information, visit: www.enwavecorporation.com. "VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EnWave Corporation (TSX-V:ENW | FSE:E4U) ('EnWave', or the ""Company"")" 2025-02-18T00:00:00 Press release - BANK OF CYPRUS PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED (Bank of Cyprus Holdings plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/18/Press_release_BANK_OF_CYPRUS_PUBLIC_COMPANY_LIMITED_Bank_of_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Payout ratio of 50% for FY2024. Upgraded Distribution Policy Nicosia, 18 February 2025. This announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) 596/2014 and is subject to the requirements of Article 5 of the Regulation. ) Announcement Payout ratio of 50% for FY2024 Distribution to shareholders Upgraded Distribution Policy Nicosia, 18 February 2025 This announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Arti...[+65 chars] 2025-02-18T00:00:00 69% of CFOs Expect Higher Returns from Sustainability Initiatives than From Traditional Investments Staff Report From Georgia CEO https://metroatlantaceo.com/news/2025/02/69-cfos-expect-higher-returns-sustainability-initiatives-traditional-investments-kearney US en Kearney and We Don't Have Time surveyed 500 CFOs across the UK, US, UAE, and India to understand how they are embedding sustainability within their strategies. According to the research, 93% recognize the business case for sustainability investments and 92% expect their organizations to significantly increase net investment in sustainability this year. "Leading global consultancy Kearney has today released its new report, ""Staying the Course: Chief Financial Officers and the Green Transition,"" which reveals that 69% of CFOs expect higher returns on s...[+3378 chars]" 2025-02-17T23:44:53 Colorado Bill Would Require Businesses To Disclose Climate Emissions Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/02/17/colorado-bill-would-require-businesses-to-disclose-climate-emissions https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b3bf7fedac28a7350b0fa3/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Colorado is considering a law that would require businesses to disclose greenhouse gas emissions. If passed, businesses with a presence in Colorado and over $1 billion in revenue will be required to start reporting as soon as 2028. This follows the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission eliminating their reporting requirement adopted in 2024, but never went into effect. "Denver, Colorado USA:Gold plated roof top of the Capitol Building of Denver Colorado Colorado has joined the wave of states considering requiring businesses to disclose greenhouse gas emissions. This ...[+6506 chars]" 2025-02-17T23:01:00 Citizen-generated data to aid tracking of SDGs ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/citizen-generated-data-to-aid-tracking-of-sdgs/articleshow/118338630.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118338673,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-97436,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en The ministry of statistics and programme implementation is looking to utilise citizen-generated data to monitor sustainable development goals (SDGs). CGD is an important tool for addressing data gaps and promoting inclusivity. The workshop explored the relevance of the Copenhagen framework on CGD and its integration into India's statistical system. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The ministry of statistics and programme implementation (MoSPI) is looking to utilise citizen-generated data...[+834 chars]" 2025-02-17T22:49:15 Shareholders Approve Proposal for Voluntary Delisting of Swiss Steel Holding AG Shares New Media Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/shareholders-approve-proposal-voluntary-delisting-224915239.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsmediawire_165/7834ea0e1a58a1651d809c2c341ed617 US en Swiss Steel Holding AG's shareholders have approved the proposal to voluntarily delist the shares from the SIX Swiss Exchange at today's Extraordinary General Meeting. Swiss Steel Group is one of the world's leading producers of special steel long products. It generated a revenue of around EUR 3.2 billion in 2023 with 8,800 employees. EMMENBRUCKE, Switzerland - February 17, 2025 (NEWMEDIAWIRE) - Swiss Steel Holding AG, a leading supplier of special long steel, announces that its shareholders have approved the proposal of the Board ...[+2870 chars] 2025-02-17T22:32:30 Fonterra announces new incentives for farmers to reduce emissions Eloise Gibson https://www.nzherald.co.nz/the-country/news/fonterra-announces-new-incentives-for-farmers-to-reduce-emissions/L2GYKQPEFRDUZIPCDM5KW5HDPA https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/3KMTSICUWNCHJGPKGRKZDVHWIU.jpg?auth=ea1c7b6ba6926f1bbf4dbbabbb9bcf89b9d41cbbe699077a5f22ecff2a11a6f6&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&focal=1696%2C805&smart=false NZ en Mars and Nestlé will pay 10-25 cents per kilogram of milk solids for farms whose planet-heating emissions are around 30% lower than the average. About 87% of Fonterra farmers will also be eligible for help with making herds more efficient with genetics. Government does not plan to price farming emissions until as late as 2030. "The farm's emissions need to be less than the co-op's 2017/2018 base year, Fonterra said. An additional 10-25 cents a kilogram is on offer for an estimated 300-350 farms whose planet-heating emissions...[+1221 chars]" 2025-02-17T21:54:31 Sosovalue publishes data in Bybit trial proof-of-reserve style spot listing feature Cryptopolitan https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Sosovalue_publishes_data_in_Bybit_trial_proofofreserve_style https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AbgRB3arCpY/0.jpg US en SoSoValue has become the first project to disclose data via a trial spot listing feature on Bybit in a bid to provide investors with more clarity regarding its development status and positively influence their decision-making. The act of disclosing data is an act of transparency. SoSoValue has become the first project to disclose data via a trial spot listing feature on Bybit in a bid to provide investors with more clarity regarding its development status and positively influe...[+36 chars] 2025-02-17T21:07:37 MP MSME Policy 2025 Reveals Land Allocation Reforms IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/madhya-pradesh-come-msme-policy-soon-start-up-cbg-plans-667 https://one.newkerala.com/images/r/mohan-yadav-ani-2407.webp IN en New MSME policy introduces transparent land allocation process. Non-refundable fees established for different land parcel sizes. Start-up and CBG policies to be discussed in upcoming cabinet meeting. State Cabinet will also mull over a start-up policy for fledgling entrepreneurs and a policy for Compressed Biogas Plants. "New MSME policy introduces transparent land allocation process Non-refundable fees established for different land parcel sizes Start-up and CBG policies to be discussed in upcoming cabinet meeting Acc...[+1997 chars]" 2025-02-17T21:06:15 Author Post: Nature Data Myth: More Information Won't Solve Our Biodiversity Crisis Dr. Alex Gold https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbooksauthors/2025/02/17/nature-data-myth-more-information-wont-solve-our-biodiversity-crisis https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b3a483fe7557a8d00be823/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The challenge facing business is not lack of data but a miscalculation of what nature is and how it works. Businesses need to shift their focus from trying to quantify nature through complex metrics to understanding how their current business models are intertwined with natural systems. Leading guidance helps businesses make the conceptual shift by defining impact drivers. "The challenge facing business isn't a lack of data. It's our fundamental miscalculation of what nature is. getty There's a persistent narrative in corporate sustainability circles that we're just one ...[+3893 chars]" 2025-02-17T20:57:02 This rule reversal is being heralded as a win for fossil fuels Holly Duchmann https://www.businessreport.com/article/this-rule-reversal-is-being-heralded-as-a-win-for-fossil-fuels https://s25562.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/BRBR_Favicon.png US en The Securities and Exchange Commission moved to back off a rule requiring large companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and any plans to reduce them. The rule has been targeted by oil and gas companies since it was approved nearly a year ago. The move is being heralded as one of the most immediate victories by the Trump administration for fossil fuel interests. President Donald Trump's energy secretary and two of his major donors won a key victory last week when the Securities and Exchange Commission moved to back off a rule requiring large companies to disc...[+701 chars] 2025-02-17T20:55:00 DENR to miners: Include UN sustainability goals in dev't plans READ NEXT https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2035538/denr-to-miners-include-un-sustainability-goals-in-devt-plans https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/files/2023/06/DENR-LOGO.png PH en Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga signed the administrative order mandating mining firms to incorporate sustainability efforts, including biodiversity conservation and climate action, in their SDMPs. The initiative aligns with President Marcos' call for the responsible use of the country's natural resources for sustainable development. The Chamber of Mines of the Philippines has been addressing at least 11 of the 17 UN SDGs through its 'Towards Sustainable Mining' initiative. Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc. reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable mining practices. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on Monday said that it required mining companies to integrate the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations into their so...[+4307 chars] 2025-02-17T20:51:36 The big reversal — how Trump 2.0 may harm the mining industry Ed Stoddard https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-02-17-the-big-reversal-how-trump-2-0-may-harm-mining-industry https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/18-ED_412767-scaled.jpg?fit=1280%2C754&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en In the past decade, environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns have risen to the top of the global mining sector's corporate agenda. The concept of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has also become a feature of an industry that has long been linked to notions of hypermasculinity and was a bedrock of white rule. However, there are Trumpian storm clouds brewing on the industry's ESG initiatives. Trump halted enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. "In the past decade, environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns have risen to the top of the global mining sector's corporate agenda. Historically, few industries have left such a trail of env...[+5703 chars]" 2025-02-17T20:42:24 Sustainable travel: Discover eco-conscious winter escapes in Colorado Santa Cruz Sentinel https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Sustainable_travel_Discover_ecoconscious_winter_escapes_in_C_dx https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/[] US en Sustainability is a buzzword used to explain a commitment to the best environmental practices. It is often used interchangeably with eco-friendly, environmentally friendly, carbon-positive, and green. It means avoiding depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance. What does sustainability mean? It has become a buzzword used to explain a commitment to the best environmental practices and is often used interchangeably with eco-friendly, environmentally friendly, ...[+136 chars] 2025-02-17T20:23:10 SEC rule suspension is early gift for Trump's oil and gas supporters Peter Whoriskey https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/2025/02/17/sec-rule-suspension-is-early-gift-for-trumps-oil-and-gas-supporters/78984982007 https://www.gannett-cdn.com/authoring/authoring-images/2025/02/17/PDTN/78984813007-secclimatew-4466-myjbbkho-4-heehjj-3-g-4-bpi.jpg?auto=webp&crop=5090,2863,x0,y265&format=pjpg&width=1200 US en The Securities and Exchange Commission backed off a rule requiring large companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and any plans to reduce them. The rule has been a primary target of fossil fuel companies since its approval by the agency under the Biden administration nearly a year ago. Three companies - led by Energy Secretary Chris Wright and donors Harold Hamm and Kelcy Warren - have been at the forefront of the opposition. The move to back off the rule represents one of the most immediate victories for the Trump administration. President Donald Trump's energy secretary and two of his major donors won a key victory last week when the Securities and Exchange Commission moved to back off a rule requiring large companies to disc...[+6149 chars] 2025-02-17T18:45:57 Cheap chain complained about transparency fees – got a success archyde https://www.archyde.com/cheap-chain-complained-about-transparency-fees-got-a-success-e24 https://akamai.vgc.no/v2/images/f00590d1-502d-4642-b733-e90a348dbf2d?fit=crop&format=auto&h=1425&w=1900&s=2b94b4c393b0f31c2f1f3ff1a024ca391f699c46 US en Lager 157, a budget clothing retailer with a presence in Norway, was fined NOK 450,000 for refusing to answer questions about its production processes. In Ingrid Olsen's opinion, businesses that embrace transparency and proactively address concerns are better positioned to build long-term consumer loyalty and contribute to a more lasting and ethical industry. "Table of Contents Lager 157, a Swedish budget clothing retailer with a presence in Norway, recently faced a public scrutiny regarding its manufacturing practices. The company was fined NOK 450,000 for...[+4144 chars]" 2025-02-17T18:35:37 What Are CFOs Saying About Climate Action Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty? Ingmar Rentzhog https://www.forbes.com/sites/we-dont-have-time/2025/02/17/what-are-cfos-saying-about-climate-action-amid-geopolitical-uncertainty https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b372d4a8cea504e717d0d3/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Sustainability is no longer viewed as a matter of corporate social responsibility, but as a financial imperative driven by market opportunities, risk management, and evolving regulatory landscapes. CFOs are increasingly viewing sustainability not as a regulatory burden, but a growth catalyst. More than two-thirds expect green investments to outperform traditional ones, reinforcing the idea that sustainability is a value driver, not just a compliance requirement. "Far from backing down, financial leaders are doubling down on climate action and sustainibility—recognizing it as a necessary investment in both long-term profitability and business resilience. 500 Ch...[+6164 chars]" 2025-02-17T18:00:11 Godman Sachs and Deloitte Take a Step Back on DEI John Sexton https://hotair.com/john-s-2/2025/02/17/godman-sachs-and-deloitte-take-a-step-back-on-dei-n3799920 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/2018/17/004ec3d1-accb-4e6d-b417-77f45c842f9d.jpg US en Deloitte, the largest accounting firm in the world, is changing its diversity and equity and inclusion (DEI) goals in response to President Trump's executive orders on DEI. Deloitte received $3 billion from the U.S. government in the last fiscal year, including from the Department of Defense, the Internal Revenue Service, and Homeland Security. Google is also changing its DEI goals. Goldman Sachs is also backing away from diversity. "Deloitte, the largest accounting firm in the world, recently took a step back from DEI. In an email sent out a week ago the company announced it was sunsetting certain DEI goals. ""We will sunset our w...[+4978 chars]" 2025-02-17T17:22:33 Those who invested in Eastman Chemical (NYSE:EMN) five years ago are up 69% Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/those-invested-eastman-chemical-nyse-172233993.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/ed7b28f41a9633edb07cf3d85648ff36 US en Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) has a share price rise of 42% over five years. Over the last 12 months the stock price has risen a respectable 19%. It's important to consider the total shareholder return, as well as the share price return for any given stock. The TSR gives a more complete picture for stocks that pay a dividend. In the case of Eastman Chemical, it has a TSR of 69%. When you buy and hold a stock for the long term, you definitely want it to provide a positive return. Better yet, you'd like to see the share price move up more than the market average. But Eastman Ch...[+3559 chars] 2025-02-17T17:20:00 Lenovo Honored With Prestigious Corporate Governance and ESG Awards Lenovo https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lenovo-honored-prestigious-corporate-governance-172000866.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/94526ebd54a20e087fc35eed882d6155 US en Lenovo has been recognized with several industry awards for its exceptional corporate governance and ESG efforts. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500. "Lenovo has been recognized with several prestigious industry awards for its exceptional corporate governance and ESG efforts. NORTHAMPTON, MA / / February 17, 2025 / Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE:992)(AD...[+3576 chars]" 2025-02-17T16:30:29 RS Group Cements Its Position as ESG Leader with CDP A-list selection SAT Articles https://southafricatoday.net/business/rs-group-cements-its-position-as-esg-leader-with-cdp-a-list-selection https://southafricatoday.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/RS-Group-has-retained-its-Platinum-EcoVadis-medal-for-a-third-year-running-696x696.webp ZA en RS has improved its CDP rating this year from A- to A for its commitment to climate action, environmental transparency and disclosure. It has also been listed in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for a second year, positioned in the top 15% of companies in its industry. RS Group has retained its Platinum EcoVadis medal for a third year running. RS, a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, has announced its inclusion in the prestigious CDP A-list, having improved its CDP rating this year from A- to A for its c...[+3288 chars] 2025-02-17T16:28:30 CFOs Prioritising Sustainable Investments in 2025 Tom Quinn https://www.digit.fyi/cfos-prioritising-sustainable-investments-in-2025 http://www.digit.fyi/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Untitled-design-2025-02-17T162916.058.jpg GB en Almost all Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) say they will invest more in sustainability this year, according to new research from global management consultancy Kearney. CFOs ranked increasing the use of sustainable materials, driving forward sustainable innovation, reducing waste, and focusing on ESG regulations and ratings as their top concerns. However, 61% still view sustainable investments through a cost-focused lens, rather than considering the long-term value. Almost all Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) say that they will invest more in sustainability this year as they begin to recognise the business case behind such initiatives, according to new research fr...[+2589 chars] 2025-02-17T16:21:00 Asean capital markets group tackles action plan Earl John Alfaro https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/18/business/top-business/asean-capital-markets-group-tackles-action-plan/2056950 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Capital Markets Forum (ACMF) reaffirmed its commitment to fostering sustainable, resilient, and interconnected capital markets in the region. The ACMF is a high-level group of capital market regulators from Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. THE Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Capital Markets Forum (ACMF) reaffirmed its commitment to fostering sustainable, resilient, and interconnected capital markets in the region, during ...[+2420 chars] 2025-02-17T16:14:35 Thousands splurged on government diversity training in 2024 John Kempler https://www.spectator.com.au/2025/02/thousands-splurged-on-government-diversity-training-in-2024 https://www.spectator.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG_6889.jpe AU en President Trump has been hard at work scrapping diversity courses stateside and international companies have followed suit. Goldman Sachs and Deloitte are the latest corporations to bin off their inclusion schemes. It's unclear whether the UK government will take a leaf out of Trump's book. President Trump has been hard at work scrapping diversity courses stateside and international companies have followed suit – with Goldman Sachs and Deloitte some of the latest corporations to bin off ...[+121 chars] 2025-02-17T16:08:01 Transparency International Pakistan finds companies ‘moderately transparent' in corporate reporting Mohammad Hussain Khan https://www.dawn.com/news/1892580/transparency-international-pakistan-finds-companies-moderately-transparent-in-corporate-reporting https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/02/172107233db00f8.jpg?r=210801 PK en Companies in Pakistan have been deemed to be'moderately transparent' in corporate reporting according to the Transparency in Corporate Reporting Assessment (TRAC) report by Transparency International Pakistan (TIP). Lucky Core Industries, Allied Bank Limited and Oil and Gas Development Company Limited recorded the highest overall scores in the assessment. Colgate-Palmolive (Pakistan) Limited, MCB Bank Limited, Allied bank Limited and Engro Corporation Limited achieved the highest score in the anti-corruption programmes category. Companies in Pakistan have been deemed to be 'moderately transparent' in corporate reporting, according to the Transparency in Corporate Reporting Assessment (TRAC) report by Transparency Internationa...[+3817 chars] 2025-02-17T15:59:37 PZ Cussons Faces Shareholders Backlash Over $34.3m Debt-To-Equity Conversion Plan Chris Ugwu https://thewhistler.ng/pz-cussons-faces-shareholders-backlash-over-34-3m-debt-to-equity-conversion-plan https://thewhistler.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/PZ-Cussons.jpg NG en PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc wants to convert a $34.3m debt-to-equity conversion into equity. The transaction would increase the parent company's stake in the Nigerian subsidiary from 73.27% to 82.79%. The company has scheduled an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) in Abuja on March 13, 2025, to discuss and vote on the proposal. The New Dimensional Shareholders Association has voiced strong opposition to the plan. Shareholders under the aegis of the New Dimensional Shareholders Association have voiced strong opposition to PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc's proposed $34.3m debt-to-equity conversion, describing the plan as...[+2244 chars] 2025-02-17T15:58:04 Comment: The dangers of ditching Europe's Green Deal Maria Mendiluce https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/comment-dangers-ditching-europes-green-deal-2025-02-17 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/Y43E5QCULFODLFD2YSHUQSVHW4.jpg?auth=e0d3e31ef35f95a29ba03af380939a6223ec38c93950db24a426ad20ab96e3c5&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Brussels is under pressure to curb its green agenda in response to the new U.S. President Donald Trump. Remaining competitive is fundamental to Europe's future and implementing the European Green Deal is the best mechanism to get there. The European Commission rightly states that there must be simplification of red tape. Permitting processes for clean energy should be streamlined, scaled and accelerated. February 17 - Remaining competitive is fundamental to Europe's future. And implementing the European Green Deal is the best mechanism to get there. Climate change and its costs to the economy are real...[+5986 chars] 2025-02-17T15:42:46 How US banks are scaling back their support of DEI Holly Duchmann https://www.businessreport.com/article/how-us-banks-are-scaling-back-their-support-of-dei https://s25562.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/BRBR_Favicon.png US en Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan Chase and Citigroup are among the banks that are watering down public language around efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion. Wells Fargo and Bank of America have also started to pore over their language. The banks are joining a retreat by many big companies that have dialed back similar efforts, including Ford, McDonald's and Walmart. U.S. banks are scaling back their public support for diversity and inclusion to avoid winding up in the crosshairs of a legal landscape increasingly hostile toward it, The Wall Street Journal reports....[+1027 chars] 2025-02-17T15:23:25 Sterling Heights aims to combat climate change through a new plan Detroit news https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Sterling_Heights_aims_to_combat_climate_change_through_a_new https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/[] US en The city of Sterling Heights is planning to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through a variety of steps, such as increasing the efficiency of buildings and installing more electric vehicle charging stations. If you don't take into account the future well-being of your citizens, you're not planning for climate change. The city of Sterling Heights is planning to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through a variety of steps, ranging from increasing the efficiency of buildings to installing more electric ...[+189 chars] 2025-02-17T15:19:35 Banks Including JPMorgan Chase And Morgan Stanley Reportedly Cutting Back DEI References—Here Are All The Companies Rolling Back DEI Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/02/17/banks-including-jpmorgan-chase-and-morgan-stanley-reportedly-cutting-back-dei-references-here-are-all-the-companies-rolling-back-dei https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67ae5723f47ff18d9399e088/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=1909,1073,x0,y14,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley and Citigroup are changing public-facing language around diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are preparing to comply with Trump's executive order that sought to ban DEI programs. Disney is making several changes to its DEI approach, including shifting its 'Diversity & Inclusion' performance metric used to evaluate employees to 'Talent Strategy' and axing its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' website. JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley and Citigroup are reportedly removing or changing public-facing language around diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, days after JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon said he woul...[+20955 chars] 2025-02-17T15:19:29 Schouw & Co. share buy-back programme, week 7 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/17/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/schouw-co-share-buy-back-programme-week-7-2025/2057019 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/17/542526.png PH en Schouw & Co. initiated a share buy-back programme on 2 January 2025. They will buy back shares for up to DKK 50 million during the period 2 January to 31 March 2025. The buyback will be structured in accordance with EU law and EU regulations. On 2 January 2025, Schouw & Co. initiated a share buy-back programme as outlined in Company Announcement no. 70 of 23 December 2024. Under the programme, Schouw & Co. will acquire shares for up to DKK...[+428 chars] 2025-02-17T14:35:57 The ESG Fraud is Coming Undone David Lewis Schaefer https://amac.us/newsline/economy/the-esg-fraud-is-coming-undone https://static-asset.amac.us/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/28112832/Rest-In-Peace-ESG.jpg US en Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 election was driven by his championing of the 'environmental, social, and governance' (ESG) movement. ESG is a standard for measuring corporate performance according to a company's adherence to a left-wing agenda, rather than according to financial success. The movement's proponents make the unlikely claim that it is profitable. "Posted on Monday, February 17, 2025 | by David Lewis Schaefer | 19 Comments | Print Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 election was driven to a considerable extent by his championing of the fight agai...[+6380 chars]" 2025-02-17T14:15:00 Aspo Plc establishes a new long-term share-based incentive plan for key employees and pays part of the short-term remuneration plan in shares Feb. 17, 2025 14:15 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6038808 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/MDViM2FjMTktOTg2NS00ZDc1LTgxNjUtMjZmYjJjY2NhMzlmLTEwMTM0MjY=/tiny/Aspo-Plc.png TW en Aspo Plc establishes a new long-term share-based incentive plan for key employees starting from 2025. The Board of Directors also amended the short-term remuneration plan to pay part of it in shares. The performance criteria of the plan are the total shareholder return of Aspo's share and company's sustainability targets. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Feb. 17, 2025 14:15 Aspo PlcStock Exchange Release February 17, 2025 at 8:15 am Aspo Plc establishes a new long-term share-based incentive plan fo...[+3782 chars]" 2025-02-17T14:07:34 SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Shareholder Investigation of Globe Life Inc. ... Kaskela Law https://www.enidnews.com/region/shareholder-alert-kaskela-law-llc-announces-shareholder-investigation-of-globe-life-inc/article_b60dffc4-3fb3-5bb2-a03b-6e7056cdd7e3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating Globe Life Inc. (NYSE: GL), formerly known as Torchmark Corp., on behalf of the company's long-term shareholders. This page requires Javascript to be able to read premium content, so please enable it in your browser settings. PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating Globe Life Inc. (NYSE: GL), formerly known as Torchmark Corp., on behalf of the company's long-term s...[+3072 chars] 2025-02-17T13:35:29 What is agri-tech? Should you invest in the sector https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/what-is-agri-tech-should-you-invest-in-the-sector/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/l9020250217141404.png IN en Sustainability is no longer a buzzword in agriculture, it's the future. Agri-tech solutions focus on water conservation, soil health improvement, and reduction of chemical inputs through precision farming techniques. Companies that adopt sustainable practices are making themselves more attractive to conscious consumers and regulatory bodies. "Sustainability is no longer a buzzword in agriculture, it's the future. Investments need to be directed toward agri-tech solutions that focus on water conservation, soil health improvement, and reduct...[+234 chars]" 2025-02-17T13:32:55 SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Shareholder Investigation of Globe Life Inc. ... Kaskela Law https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/shareholder-alert-kaskela-law-llc-announces-shareholder-investigation-of-globe-life-inc/article_6b9a2edf-2e32-5d99-bc15-235695e0b3a9.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating Globe Life Inc. (NYSE: GL) on behalf of the company's long-term shareholders. GL was formerly known as Torchmark Corp., which was acquired by Globe Life in 2000. Kaskela is a law firm based in Philadelphia. PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating Globe Life Inc. (NYSE: GL), formerly known as Torchmark Corp., on behalf of the company's long-term s...[+12 chars] 2025-02-17T13:31:30 Income tax benefits for yoga practitioners in India https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/income-tax-benefits-for-yoga-practitioners-in-india/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/l29320250217182305.jpeg IN en Companies that sponsor yoga events or activities will be eligible for deductions under Section 80GGC for their donations. This initiative aims to encourage corporate entities to contribute to health and wellness initiatives, including yoga, in order to foster a healthier society and invest in well-being of their communities. "Encouragement for corporate sponsorship Companies that sponsor yoga events or activities will now be eligible for deductions under Section 80GGC for their donations. This initiative aims to encourage ...[+229 chars]" 2025-02-17T13:07:00 69% of CFOs expect higher returns from sustainability initiatives than from traditional investments Kearney https://www.news-journal.com/69-of-cfos-expect-higher-returns-from-sustainability-initiatives-than-from-traditional-investments--/article_2eb7ba76-03de-5346-8745-113e0cc37696.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/news-journal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/7f/b7f72022-faed-5f78-b85e-fe6b2637d9e6/67aca5f86e726.image.jpg?crop=619%2C325%2C1040%2C0 US en Kearney and We Don't Have Time conducted a survey of 500 chief financial officers on financing the green economy. It found that CFOs expect higher returns on sustainability initiatives compared to traditional investments. The top three investment areas that ranked highest were:Increasing the use of sustainable materials, driving sustainable innovation and partnerships, and enhancing energy management and waste reduction. A recent survey of more than 500 chief financial officers on financing the green economy conducted by global management consultancy Kearney and media broadcaster We Don't Have Time found that 69% of C...[+5312 chars] 2025-02-17T13:06:00 EMSTEEL takes groundbreaking steps towards net zero emissions by 2050 Steel Radar https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/EMSTEEL_takes_groundbreaking_steps_towards_net_zero_emission https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/[] US en EMSTEEL has announced a decarbonization strategy that supports their goal of Net Zero Emissions by 2050. The company aims to reduce emissions from steel production by 40% and cement production by 30% by 2030. They are aiming to increase the production of electricity. EMSTEEL has announced a decarbonization strategy that supports their goal of Net Zero Emissions by 2050. The company aims to reduce emissions from steel production by 40% and cement production by 30% ...[+36 chars] 2025-02-17T13:02:52 Demand creation Irina Slav https://irinaslav.substack.com/p/demand-creation https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:best,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Firinaslav.substack.com%2Ftwitter%2Fsubscribe-card.jpg%3Fv%3D1098734784%26version%3D9 US en In December last year, a group of companies sent a letter to the European Union's climate commissioner, Wopke Hoekstra, demanding that demand was created for so-called sustainable products as a means of solving the business world's competitiveness problems. They warned that failure to create demand for these products will lead to an industrial exodus. In mid-December last year, a group of companies sent a letter to the European Union's climate commissioner, Wopke Hoekstra, demanding that demand was demandfully created for so-called sustainable prod...[+1660 chars] 2025-02-17T12:40:16 DENR to miners: Integrate SDGs into social programs Jonathan L. Mayuga https://businessmirror.com.ph/2025/02/17/denr-to-miners-integrate-sdgs-into-social-programs https://businessmirror.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/BusinessMirror-KnowMore-2.jpg PH en The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued an order mandating mining companies to integrate UN Sustainable Development Goals into their Social Development and Management Programs (SDMPs). The SDMP is a five-year comprehensive plan required from mining companies for the sustained improvement of the living standards of their host and neighboring communities. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued an order mandating mining companies to integrate the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations (UN SDGs) into their Socia...[+3876 chars] 2025-02-17T12:22:37 Business 'Rebels' plan to make the Borough 'better' Caeryn Collins https://www.wigantoday.net/business/business-rebels-plan-to-make-the-borough-better-4994782 https://www.wigantoday.net/webimg/b25lY21zOjkzNTFjMzZlLTFlOGUtNDU5Yi05MzgzLTllMjRiYjE1NDE4NzowYWIzYjg5OS0yZTMxLTQwMmItOThjYy02NzRjMjM5MGQ3ODk=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Rebels Club is a quarterly meeting aimed at creating better businesses that support and enhance their staff, communities and planet. The next focus of the next meeting is Social Value. Catherine Manning, Head of Impact Practice at Impact reporting and Andrea Glasspell, Assistant Director Community Health and Wealth Building will be on the panel. The event takes place at Wigan and Leigh College's town centre restuarant - The Wheel and includes a buffet lunch. "Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now A group of Wigan businesses are getting together again to discuss ways that business needs to change so that ...[+3643 chars]" 2025-02-17T12:15:45 Why linking CEO and CFO pay to DEI may not be totally abandoned Sheryl Estrada https://finance.yahoo.com/news/why-linking-ceo-cfo-pay-121545422.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/goPVLGb4nGDqGfr4y27C4Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fortune_175/6408b286d6134c07e2a0f321b6ea7124 US en After George Floyd's murder, many big companies increased executive commitments to diversity and inclusion in their compensation plans for senior leaders. The number of S&P 500 companies with DEI-related metrics embedded into compensation plans surged from 170 companies in 2021 to 251 in 2022 among all senior executives. However, mounting legal and political pushback has since caused some to retreat from the practice. McDonald's announced it is retiring some of its DEI initiatives. "Good morning. Recent headlines may suggest that DEI is dead. But it turns out many top executives still have DEI-adjacent goals to hit if they want to take home their full pay package. In the wake of ...[+2609 chars]" 2025-02-17T12:15:01 DENR orders miners to adopt UN SDGs CEDTy Clea https://www.bworldonline.com/economy/2025/02/17/653816/denr-orders-miners-to-adopt-un-sdgs https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/mining-ore-trucks.jpg PH en The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued an order on Monday requiring miners to adopt the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). Mining companies need to incorporate sustainability efforts into their operations, including biodiversity conservation and climate action. Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga said the DENR is also looking at labor practices, gender equity, social services, along with reforestation, rehabilitation and restoration of ecosystems. "THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued an order on Monday requiring miners to adopt the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). Mining companies need to i...[+2852 chars]" 2025-02-17T12:07:01 Epson Using Innovative Technology to Drive Ecological Responsibility Tech Moran https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4125805/epson-using-innovative-technology-to-drive-ecological-responsibility.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Epson is committed to achieving carbon negativity and underground resource freedom as part of its 2050 sustainability initiative. Epson is driving industry transformation through social and environmental initiatives. As part of these extensive target, Epson uses innovative technology and thoughtful investments to drive ecological responsibility. Epson is strengthening its position as sustainability leader by using innovative technology alongside thoughtful investments in an era where ecological responsibility matters most. Epson is committed ...[+331 chars] 2025-02-17T12:00:25 SEC rule suspension is early gift for Trump's oil and gas supporters Peter Whoriskey https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2025/02/17/trump-climate-sec-rule-suspended-oil-donors https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/W4466MYJBBKHO4HEEHJJ3G4BPI_size-normalized.jpg&w=1440 US en The Securities and Exchange Commission moved to back off a rule requiring large companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and any plans to reduce them. The rule has been a primary target of fossil fuel companies since its approval by the agency under the Biden administration nearly a year ago. Three companies led by Energy Secretary Chris Wright and donors Harold Hamm and Kelcy Warren were at the forefront of the opposition. President Donald Trump's energy secretary and two of his major donors won a key victory last week when the Securities and Exchange Commission moved to back off a rule requiring large companies to disc...[+355 chars] 2025-02-17T11:56:36 ‘We are proud to be part of our communities': Bus operator sets out its Social Value https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/haverhill/news/we-are-proud-to-be-part-of-our-communities-bus-operator-s-9404662 https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/_media/img/6K1ED3TQ7QUK06FN65QL.jpg GB en Stagecoach East has published its Social Value Policy. It focuses on how the firm creates local jobs and improves the skills of staff, its community engagement and support, environmental stewardship and social investment. The policy includes a pledge to donate up to 0.5% of pre-tax profits annually to charitable and community causes. It also offers extensive training and development programs aimed at building a skilled workforce. "A bus operator has set out its commitment to supporting the community including charities and the environment in a new public document. Stagecoach East, which covers the Haverhill area, has published ...[+1988 chars]" 2025-02-17T11:24:57 Castellan Group Decreases Stock Position in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/17/castellan-group-decreases-stock-position-in-exxon-mobil-co-nysexom.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exxon-mobil-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221020141849&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Castellan Group cut its position in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) by 1.3% in the 4th quarter. Vertex Planning Partners LLC bought 2,778 shares of the oil and gas company's stock worth $326,000 during the 3rd quarter. First Heartland Consultants Inc. bought 9,451 shares worth $1,108,000. Longfellow Investment Management Co. LLC bought 14,537 shares. Latitude Advisors LLC bought 13,378 shares. West Oak Capital LLC increased its stake in shares of Exxon Mobil by 0.6%. Exxon Mobil announced its quarterly earnings on Friday, January 31st. Castellan Group cut its position in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM ) by 1.3% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 22,790 s...[+4696 chars] 2025-02-17T11:24:57 Asset Management One Co. Ltd. Raises Holdings in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/17/asset-management-one-co-ltd-raises-holdings-in-exxon-mobil-co-nysexom.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exxon-mobil-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221020141849&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Asset Management One Co. Ltd. increased its position in Exxon Mobil by 0.3% during the 4th quarter. Exxon Mobil comprises about 0.6% of the firm's investment portfolio. Several other large investors have also made changes to their positions in the company. Geode Capital Management LLC bought 1,622,064 shares of Exxon Mobil during the 3rd quarter worth $17,801,457,000. Franklin Resources Inc. bought 4,415,012 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock worth $3,936,929,000 during the third quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. purchased 1,721,466 Asset Management One Co. Ltd. increased its position in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM ) by 0.3% during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The...[+5367 chars] 2025-02-17T11:24:57 Life Planning Partners Inc Purchases New Shares in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/17/life-planning-partners-inc-purchases-new-shares-in-exxon-mobil-co-nysexom.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exxon-mobil-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221020141849&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Life Planning Partners Inc purchased a new stake in shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) during the fourth quarter. The firm purchased 125,099 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock for $13,457,000. Keystone Financial Group Inc. bought a stake in Exxon Mobil in the 4th quarter worth about $36,000, Retirement Wealth Solutions LLC bought a $46,000 stake, and Highline Wealth Partners LLC bought $54,000 in the 3rd quarter. Exxon Mobil reported $1.67 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ estimates by $0.10. Life Planning Partners Inc purchased a new stake in shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM ) during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commiss...[+3944 chars] 2025-02-17T11:24:55 Aljian Capital Management LLC Buys 114 Shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/17/aljian-capital-management-llc-buys-114-shares-of-exxon-mobil-co-nysexom.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exxon-mobil-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221020141849&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Aljian Capital Management LLC boosted its stake in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) by 0.9%. The fund owned 12,194 shares of the oil and gas company's stock after purchasing an additional 114 shares during the quarter. Rockline Wealth Management LLC owns 25,918 shares of Exxon Mobil's stock valued at $2,788,000. Global Wealth Management Investment Advisory Inc. grew its stake by 10.7% in the third quarter and now owns 47,195 shares. Helen Stephens Group LLC owns 41,637 shares. Parthenon LLC owns 191,590 shares. Aljian Capital Management LLC boosted its stake in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM ) by 0.9% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The f...[+5129 chars] 2025-02-17T11:24:55 MGB Wealth Management LLC Acquires 621 Shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/17/mgb-wealth-management-llc-acquires-621-shares-of-exxon-mobil-co-nysexom.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exxon-mobil-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221020141849&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en MGB Wealth Management LLC increased its stake in Exxon Mobil by 7.5% during the 4th quarter. The institutional investor owned 8,946 shares of the oil and gas company's stock at the end of the quarter. Other large investors have also bought and reduced their stakes in the company. The company has a market capitalization of $475.42 billion, a P/E ratio of 13.80 and a beta of 0.89. Exxon Mobil Co. has a 52-week low of $100.60 and a 53-week high of $126.34. MGB Wealth Management LLC boosted its holdings in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM ) by 7.5% during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investo...[+4108 chars] 2025-02-17T11:24:54 Sunburst Financial Group LLC Acquires 147 Shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/17/sunburst-financial-group-llc-acquires-147-shares-of-exxon-mobil-co-nysexom.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exxon-mobil-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221020141849&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Sunburst Financial Group LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) by 4.2%. The fund owned 3,606 shares of the oil and gas company's stock after buying 147 shares during the last quarter. OmniStar Financial Group Inc. purchased a new stake in Exxon Mobil during the third quarter valued at about $1,625,000. Stratos Wealth Partners LTD. lifted its position in the company by 6.1% and now owns 262,591 shares. Precedent Wealth Partners LLC increased its stake by 10.5%. Net Worth Advisory Group purchased a stake of $1.271,000 in the 3rd quarter. Exxon Sunburst Financial Group LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM ) by 4.2% during the 4th quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The fund owned 3,606 shares of the oil and gas comp...[+3849 chars] 2025-02-17T11:11:01 Found, Lost & Found: Sweden's Climate Leadership Ambitions Mattias Goldmann https://www.forbes.com/sites/we-dont-have-time/2025/02/17/found-lost--found-swedens-climate-leadership-ambitions https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67b31729a1d04127dce0295a/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Sweden's ambition to become 'the world's first fossil-free welfare state' was recently abolished, but the more substantial climate target stands. By 2045, Sweden is to achieve net zero climate impact, five years ahead of the EU. Industry buy-in for the 2030 target was important for competitiveness. The 2022 elections were won on the promise of cheaper petrol and diesel. Incentives for buying electric cars were abolished overnight. Sweden's ambition to become 'the world's first fossil free welfare state' was recently abolished, but the more substantial climate target stands. By 2045, Sweden is to achieve net zero climate impact—...[+6365 chars] 2025-02-17T11:08:01 EcoCash Holdings Zimbabwe Limited Announces Leadership Changes and New Directors Innovation Village https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4125631/ecocash-holdings-zimbabwe-limited-announces-leadership-changes-and-new-directors.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en EcoCash Holdings Zimbabwe Limited (EHZL) has announced the appointment of new directors following the resignation of several key individuals within the organization. Eddie Chibi, who has held the position of CEO since 2018, has been replaced as CEO by new director. EcoCash Holdings Zimbabwe Limited (EHZL) has announced the appointment of new directors following the resignation of several key individuals within the organization. This significant leadership transi...[+346 chars] 2025-02-17T10:30:00 If DOGE is so transparent, why is it so withholding? Letter To The Editor https://dailyprogress.com/opinion/letters/letter-if-doge-is-so-transparent-why-is-it-so-withholding/article_7d2efb36-ecd0-11ef-8623-f3aba8950115.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/dailyprogress.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/d2/7d2efb36-ecd0-11ef-8623-f3aba8950115/67b2953a67ae8.preview.jpg?crop=1762%2C925%2C0%2C125&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Rev. T.F. Irby Jr. is critical of DOGE's lack of transparency. He doesn't find any link to contact them or any details about the fraud and corruption that have been uncovered on their website. He believes they should be more transparent. "On Feb. 12, Elon Musk said in the Oval Office: ""We are actually trying to be as transparent as possible."" Musk also said, referring to postings by his team on his social media site X: ""So all of our a...[+491 chars]" 2025-02-17T10:26:59 Emsteel plans comprehensive decarbonisation strategy https://tradearabia.com/news/IND_430963.html https://tradearabia.com/source/2025/02/17/emsteeldecarbon2.jpg?03:51:37pm BH en Emsteel is one of the GCC's largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers. The company aims to achieve a 40% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in its Steel Business Unit and 30% in its Cement Business Unit by 2030. Emsteel's total CO2 emissions stood at 4.5 million tonnes of CO2 as of 2023, which is 23% below the baseline year 2019. "Emsteel, one of the GCC region's largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers, today unveiled its ambitious decarbonisation strategy. The company aims to achieve a 40% reduction ...[+3525 chars]" 2025-02-17T10:11:43 SEBI Introduces Transparent Pathway for Regulation Amendments Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3267677-sebi-introduces-transparent-pathway-for-regulation-amendments https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/30_06_2022_04_07_11_2215431.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Market regulator Sebi has introduced a comprehensive framework to enhance transparency in its regulatory processes. Changes will be accessible on Sebi's website, inviting public feedback with clear timelines. A 21-day minimum period is provided for comments. Rejected comments and their rationale will be published. Market regulator Sebi has introduced a comprehensive framework to enhance transparency in its regulatory processes. By mandating public consultation, the move aligns policy formation with stakeholder ...[+403 chars] 2025-02-17T10:00:00 Ricoh selected as a member of the Sustainability Yearbook 2025 by S&P Global Feb. 17, 2025 10:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6038670 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F02%2F17%2Fa785f45844f24335a0220dc3c577c1cf.jpg TW en Ricoh has been recognised in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2025 as a member of the top 10% in its industry. Ricoh's approach to sustainability is to pursue a sustainable society through a Three Ps Balance: Prosperity, People, and Planet. TOKYO , Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh today announced it has been selected as a member of the Sustainability Yearbook 2025, with a score within the top 10%* in its industry, by S&P Global, an Am...[+2177 chars] 2025-02-17T09:58:40 SingPost appoints former SGX CFO Chng Lay Chew and former SIA Engineering CEO Ng Chin Hwee as new independent directors Singapore News https://theindependent.sg/singpost-appoints-former-sgx-cfo-chng-lay-chew-and-former-sia-engineering-ceo-ng-chin-hwee-as-new-independent-directors https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Screenshot-2024-12-30-at-11.11.35%E2%80%AFAM.jpg SG en SingPost appoints Mr Chng Lay Chew and Mr Ng Chin Hwee as its new non-executive, independent directors. The leadership changes came months after the termination of three senior SingPost executives for negligence in handling whistleblower reports. Mr Phang stepped down from SingPost's board in January 2024. "SINGAPORE: Singapore Post (SingPost) announced on Feb 17 the appointment of Mr Chng Lay Chew and Mr Ng Chin Hwee as its new non-executive, independent directors. Mr Chng, 67, was the chief financial o...[+1003 chars]" 2025-02-17T09:41:59 Sebi's new rules for REITs and InvITs around public offer documents Statesman News Service https://www.thestatesman.com/business/sebis-new-rules-for-reits-and-invits-around-public-offer-documents-1503399079.html https://www.thestatesman.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Untitled-design-2025-02-17T150931.546-jpg.webp IN en Sebi has proposed new rules regarding Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvITs). The new rules focus on financial disclosures in offer documents and continuous compliance requirements post-listing. REITs and InvITs are investment vehicles that pool money from investors to invest in real estate and infrastructure projects. "Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed new rules regarding Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs). The new rules are a...[+1563 chars]" 2025-02-17T09:34:25 South32 announces director's securities change https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/south32-announces-director-s-securities-change/ar-AA1zchWh US en South32 (OTC:SOUHY) Limited (ASX:LSE:JSE:S32, ADR:Souhy), a global mining and metals company, disclosed a change in director's interest notice on the Australian Securities Exchange and on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and London Stock Exchange. South32 operates with a focus on producing minerals and metals essential for the global energy transition with operations spanning the Americas, Australia, and Southern Africa. SYDNEY - South32 (OTC:SOUHY) Limited (ASX:LSE:JSE:S32, ADR:SOUHY), a global mining and metals company, disclosed a change in director's interest notice, as reported to the Australian Securities Exchan...[+1905 chars] 2025-02-17T09:21:26 Emsteel announces net-zero milestone targets MEED https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Emsteel_announces_netzero_milestone_targets https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/[] US en Firm aims for 40% greenhouse gas reduction in its steel business unit and 30% reduction in cement business unit by 2030. Â   for the steel business by 2030 and for the cement business business unit by 2030, respectively. The firm aims for 40% greenhouse gas reduction in its steel business unit and 30% reduction in its cement business unit by 2030 2025-02-17T09:19:18 How VCs are killing climate tech — and how they can save it Olena Petrosyuk https://thenextweb.com/news/how-vcs-are-killing-climate-tech https://img-cdn.tnwcdn.com/image/tnw-blurple?filter_last=1&fit=1280%2C640&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn0.tnwcdn.com%2Fwp-content%2Fblogs.dir%2F1%2Ffiles%2F2025%2F02%2FUntitled-design-3.jpg&signature=b5d96b0b4e0119e438de49a0015fbc04 US en Sustainability tech has been all the buzz in the last few years. BCG Henderson Institute estimates accumulated global investment to achieve net zero to hit $75 trillion by 2050. According to Statista, VC investment in sustainability has been steadily declining since 2021. Sustainability-focused companies can spend years in fundraising limbo. Sustainability tech has been all the buzz in the last few years. Investors are hunting promising ESG businesses, governments are pushing ambitious legislation, and companies are getting on board to ad...[+6845 chars] 2025-02-17T09:05:14 BCC to launch sustainability monograph Peter Matika https://www.chronicle.co.zw/bcc-to-launch-sustainability-monograph https://www.chronicle.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/02/Bulawayo-City-Hall.jpg KZ en The City of Bulawayo is today set to unveil its Sustainability Monograph program at the large City Hall. The monograph sets an ambitious target of achieving a 40 percent reduction in emissions per capita. It aligns with Zimbabwe's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) towards the global aim of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. "[email protected] THE City of Bulawayo is today set to unveil its Sustainability Monograph program at the large City Hall. According to a statement from the council, the monograph sets an ambitious ta...[+711 chars]" 2025-02-17T08:51:50 Phase II Of Israel-Hamas Hostage Deal? America's Big Announcement Amid Tensions https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/international/phase-ii-of-israel-hamas-hostage-deal-americas-big-announcement-amid-tensions-watch/videoshow/118325769.cms https://static.toiimg.com/photo/118325769.cms IN en Ashley St Clair publicly called out Elon Musk, urging him to finalize their co-parenting deal and recognize their child. St Clair also raised concerns over an X user who allegedly shared non-consensual images of her. Musk has 13 children with Justine Wilson, Grimes, and Shivon Zilis. He has faced public parenting disputes before, including a legal battle with Grimes. "Musk's Unexpected Demand? Ashley St Clair Exposes Tesla CEO's 'Surprising Request' Ashley St Clair publicly called out Elon Musk, urging him to finalize their co-parenting deal and recognize their chi...[+795 chars]" 2025-02-17T08:43:00 The Morning Briefing: P1 Investment Services new appointment; ‘Best of breed' versus ‘Best in show' Darius McQuaid https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/695017-2 https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2023/08/18114845/mm-morning-briefing-featured-1.png GB en P1 Investment Services appoints James Fouche as investment account manager. The UK paid out £808m in CGT in Q4 2024, a 60% rise on the previous year. Nucleus has enhanced its suite of technical product resources for financial advisers with the introduction of updated pension calculation tools. "Good morning and welcome to your Morning Briefing for Monday 17 February 2025. To get this in your inbox every morning click here. P1 Investment Services appoints investment account manager P1 Investm...[+4119 chars]" 2025-02-17T08:08:37 Presiden Prabowo Sebut Makan Bergizi Gratis Bantu Putar Uang Hingga Tingkat Desa https://ekonomi.republika.co.id/berita/srtimd370/presiden-prabowo-sebut-makan-bergizi-gratis-bantu-putar-uang-hingga-tingkat-desa https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/028381500-1737354696-830-556.jpg ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-17T07:40:45 Envision Racing cuts emissions 10 per cent in 12 months https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409761/envision-racing-cuts-emissions-cent-months https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/18d3a7e/129b9451-229d-4855-8c4c-7940ee7ef38f/6/Spacesuit-Media-Paddy-McGrath-416031-370x229.jpg GB en Envision Racing has slashed its carbon emissions by 10 per cent in the past 12 months, according to the UK-based Formula E team's latest impact report. Previous winners of the Formula E championship were the previous winners of this championship, including Envision Racing's previous winners. "Image: Credit: Paddy McGrath, Spacesuit Media Envision Racing has slashed its carbon emissions by 10 per cent in the past 12 months, according to the UK-based Formula E team's latest impact report. Th...[+51 chars]" 2025-02-17T07:04:00 CTCI Ranks Top 1% for Three Consecutive Years in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook CTCI https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/environmental_issues/ctci-ranks-top-1-for-three-consecutive-years-in-s-p-globals-sustainability-yearbook/article_4e002566-e705-5476-9779-b15f3c880d13.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/54/4544ad10-b0ac-5862-9157-8908a2ec1989/67b2e5be84255.image.jpg?crop=1200%2C630%2C0%2C285 US en CTCI Corporation and ECOVE Environment Corporation have been selected for inclusion in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2025. CTCI Corp. was named as the top 1% corporate sustainability performer in the construction and engineering category for three years in a row. ECOVE Corp. has been included as the yearbook member and named the industry mover in the commercial services and supplies category. TAIPEI, Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CTCI Group announced today that two group companies, CTCI Corporation and ECOVE Environment Corporation, have been selected for inclusion in S&P Global's Sustaina...[+581 chars] 2025-02-17T07:03:46 Sambut Hari Bhakti Rimbawan, PLTU Batang Tanam Puluhan Pohon Langka di Area Reforestasi https://esgnow.republika.co.id/berita/srtfma522/sambut-hari-bhakti-rimbawan-pltu-batang-tanam-puluhan-pohon-langka-di-area-reforestasi https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/bhimasena-lentera-lingkungan-bpi-bekerjasama-dengan-cdk-iv_250217140245-170.jpg ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-17T07:00:00 US may be backtracking but UK isn't rolling back on ESG Jamie McRorie https://www.scotsman.com/business/us-may-be-backtracking-but-uk-isnt-rolling-back-on-esg-4989221 https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjgwNzM0OTNiLWRkM2YtNGJjZi1iNWJiLWYyNjFhNjg2YmRlNzo3YzdmZDZhZi1jODk3LTQ3OGMtYWI2Ni04NzhjMmUzZmJkYmQ=.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Donald Trump's first week in office started with a row-back on Environmentalism and Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and the declaration of a national energy crisis. Environmental, Social and Governance agenda will remain relevant to the UK's energy transition away from dirty to clean energy generation. "Despite Trump's distaste, the Environmental, Social and Governance agenda remains relevant here Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign ...[+4083 chars]" 2025-02-17T06:52:07 Pengemudi Ojol Geruduk Kantor Kemnaker RI, Tuntut Pemberian THR https://visual.republika.co.id/berita/srtf2v375/pengemudi-ojol-geruduk-kantor-kemnaker-ri-tuntut-pemberian-thr https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/015760700-1739774086-830-556.jpg ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-17T06:51:42 There is the need for strict adherence to industry regulations - New ECG, M GTonline https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/there-is-the-need-for-strict-adherence-to-industry-regulations-new-ecg-m https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Mr-Kwame-Kpekpena-4th-from-right-with-management.jpg GH en Mr Kwame Kpekpena has been appointed Acting Managing Director of the Electricity Compa­ny of Ghana (ECG). He believes strict adherence to industry regulations will restore ECG's credibility among stakeholders and position the company for long-term sustainability. He also met with the leadership of the Public Utility Workers' Union (PUWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Ghana. PUWU leaders expressed their readiness to support his adminis­tration. The newly appointed Acting Managing Director of the Electricity Compa­ny of Ghana (ECG), Mr Kwame Kpekpena, has underscored the need for strict adherence to industry regulations to enhance operational...[+2465 chars] 2025-02-17T06:06:00 Penolakan MBG di Papua Pegunungan Meluas, Ini Alasannya https://news.republika.co.id/berita/srtcy0393/penolakan-mbg-di-papua-pegunungan-meluas-ini-alasannya https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/_250217125839-372.png ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-17T05:48:59 Fundraising: Enugu Security Trust Fund rakes in N3bn Class https://dailytrust.com/fundraising-enugu-security-trust-fund-rakes-in-n3bn https://dailytrust.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Enugu-State-Map.jpg NG en Individuals and corporate bodies have donated over N3billion to the Enugu State Security Trust Fund (ESSTF). The donations were made both physically and online during the fundraising dinner organised by the Fund at the Old Government Lodge, Enugu. Board of Trustees Chairman of the Fund and Group Managing Director of Afrinvest West Africa Ltd. Dr. Ike Chioke commended the Peter Mbah-led administration for the impact and investments made in the area of security. "Individuals and corporate bodies have donated over N3billion in donations to the Enugu State Security Trust Fund (ESSTF). The donations were made both physically and online during the fundraising dinn...[+1245 chars]" 2025-02-17T05:37:57 Xi meets with private business leaders in Beijing https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8894716/xi-meets-with-private-business-leaders-in-beijing https://www.canberratimes.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/80f39b60-e43c-415a-9c0e-e60009954572.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Xi first chaired a high-profile symposium for the private sector in 2018. At the time, he pledged tax cuts and a level playing field while reaffirming that private firms would have access to financial backing. He came to power six years ago and promised tax cuts. Xi first chaired a high-profile symposium for the private sector in 2018, six years after he came to power. At the time, he pledged tax cuts and a level playing field while reaffirming that private fi...[+43 chars] 2025-02-17T05:09:29 DEPT Recertifies as a B Corp With Commitment to Growth With Purpose News Staff https://www.brandinginasia.com/dept-recertifies-as-a-b-corp-with-commitment-to-growth-with-purpose https://www.brandinginasia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DEPT-.webp JP en DEPT has recertified as a B Corp. It is the first global agency to achieve this milestone. Since earning its first B Corp certification in 2021, DEPT has grown from 1,200 people in Europe to over 4,000 across five continents. In 2024 more than 10% of DEPT's profit came from impact projects like Undo the Firewall, and Easy Genomics. At a time when some organizations are scaling back on sustainability and DEI, DEPT has announced it has officially recertified as a B Corp, becoming the first global agency to achieve this milestone. ...[+2186 chars] 2025-02-17T05:08:17 DENR orders mining firms to align with UN sustainability goals Jel Santos https://mb.com.ph/2025/2/17/denr-orders-mining-firms-to-align-with-un-sustainability-goals https://images.mb.com.ph/production/IMG_5908_efc4d9084f.jpeg PH en Environment Secretary Maria Antonia 'Toni' Yulo-Loyzaga signed the department administrative order mandating mining firms to incorporate sustainability efforts, including biodiversity conservation and climate action, in their Social Development and Management Programs. The initiative aligns with President Marcos' call for the responsible utilization of the country's natural resources for sustainable development. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has issued a new directive requiring mining companies to integrate the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) into their ...[+2915 chars] 2025-02-17T03:52:28 Number of women on company boards rises slightly: Report https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/number-of-women-on-company-boards-rises-slightly-report-205910 https://image.hurimg.com/i/hurriyet/75/200x200/67b2dca9a35978d4733623bf.jpg TK en There were 562 companies listed in Borsa Istanbul in 2024, when the shareholders appointed 3,745 directors to their boards. The proportion of women on the boards increased from 17.9 percent in 2023 to 18.7 percent in 2024. 191 out of the 562 listed companies had all-male boards, which corresponded to 34 percent of all listed companies. The number of companies with a female chairman increased from 45 to 50 and the number of female CEOs rose from 23 to 25. "The number of women on the boards of Borsa Istanbul-listed companies showed a slight increase last year from 2023, according to a report. There were 562 companies listed in Borsa Istanbul in 2024, whe...[+1100 chars]" 2025-02-17T03:40:18 Lagos, investors begin 55-hectare mixed-use development scheme in Makoko waterfront Chinedum Uwaegbulam https://guardian.ng/property/real-estate/lagos-investors-begin-55-hectare-mixed-use-development-scheme-in-makoko-waterfront https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Makoko-scheme.jpg NG en Lagos State government and investors have begun sand filling and land reclamation activities on the Makoko waterfront. FBT Coral Estate Limited and the state government signed an agreement in 2021 for the reclamation and development of the waterfront in the Mainland local council with a sharing ratio of 75 per cent and 25 per cent respectively. Makoko community has already an injunction restraining the government and developers from demolishing their houses. Rethinking Cities is concerned about the sustainability, inclusivity, and equity of urban development in Lagos. "• Concerns over impact, displacement of informal settlements The Lagos State government and investors have begun sand filling and land reclamation activities, which are expected to transform the Makok...[+4651 chars]" 2025-02-17T02:41:00 LG Energy Solution recognized globally for sustainable management https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/tech/2025/02/419_392376.html https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/a2f8e2ac28fd49c7af9d949652eb0c2c.png KR en "LG Energy Solution (LGES) has been recognized internationally for its efforts to pursue management taking account of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) factors. The battery manufacturing unit of LG Group was selected as an ""Industry Mover"" by S&P Global in the global credit rating agency's Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024. LGES was ranked 12th among the world's 100 most sustainable companies this year." "LG Energy Solution (LGES) has been recognized internationally for its constant efforts to pursue management taking account of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) factors. The battery ...[+1815 chars]" 2025-02-17T02:30:24 MAXHUB Strengthens Commitment to Sustainability with UNGC Principles Integration in Global Operations Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/17/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/maxhub-strengthens-commitment-to-sustainability-with-ungc-principles-integration-in-global-operations/2056697 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/17/541943.jpg PH en MAXHUB's commitment to UNGC underscores its dedication to aligning with ten fundamental principles concerning environmental protection, human rights, labor standards, and anti-corruption. In 2023, MAXHUB reported total greenhouse gas emissions of 22,630.19 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent, with an emission intensity of 1.12 tons per million yuan of revenue. "MAXHUB's commitment to the UNGC underscores its dedication to aligning with ten fundamental principles concerning environmental protection, human rights, labor standards, and anti-corruption. Collabor...[+1880 chars]" 2025-02-17T02:30:23 Ricoh selected as a member of the Sustainability Yearbook 2025 by S&P Global Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/17/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/ricoh-selected-as-a-member-of-the-sustainability-yearbook-2025-by-sp-global/2056695 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/17/541940.jpg PH en Ricoh is a leading provider of integrated digital services and print and imaging solutions. Its global operation reaches customers in approximately 200 countries and regions. In the financial year ended March 2024, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,348 billion yen (approx. 15.5 billion USD). Ricoh's approach to sustainability is to pursue a sustainable society through a Three Ps Balance-Prosperity (economic), People (society), and Planet (environment). To realise this desired society, Ric...[+1304 chars] 2025-02-17T02:17:00 Managing rebalancing costs Venkatesh Bangaruswamy https://www.thehindu.com/business/markets/managing-rebalancing-costs/article69227173.ece https://www.thehindu.com/theme/images/og-image.png IN en Systematic investment plans (SIPs) make the process of investing in equity funds easy. You must, however, rebalance investments through time horizon for a life goal. Rebalancing involves costs. In this article, we discuss a process to reduce such costs. Systematic investment plans (SIPs) make the process of investing in equity funds easy. You must, however, rebalance investments through time horizon for a life goal. Rebalancing involves costs. In thi...[+2202 chars] 2025-02-17T02:00:24 Rise in energy use for a third of Hong Kong government offices: study Emily Hung https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3298912/rise-energy-use-third-hong-kong-government-offices-study https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/02/16/4125a77d-ec0f-43ae-9142-b77168f5ae14_4980a0ed.jpg?itok=-liGU0oi&v=1739717896 HK en A third of Hong Kong government offices used more energy in the last financial year than they did half a decade ago. Environmental groups are calling for greater transparency and accountability. The government has a target to improve the overall energy performance of its buildings and infrastructure by more than 6 per cent in 2024-25. A third of Hong Kong government offices consumed more energy in the last financial year than they did half a decade ago, a study has found, although authorities have said they are on track to meet the...[+1036 chars] 2025-02-17T02:00:00 Ricoh selected as a member of the Sustainability Yearbook 2025 by S&P Global PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ricoh-selected-member-sustainability-yearbook-020000032.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/afa45e96131b3900cc12758d11d351c9 US en Ricoh has been selected as a member of the Sustainability Yearbook 2025 by S&P Global. The Yearbook assesses major companies' sustainability in the three areas of Economic, Environment, and Society. 780 companies were selected for this year's Yearbook. Ricoh's approach to sustainability is to pursue a sustainable society through a Three Ps Balance. TOKYO, Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh today announced it has been selected as a member of the Sustainability Yearbook 2025, with a score within the top 10%* in its industry, by S&P Global, an Ame...[+2587 chars] 2025-02-17T02:00:00 Women in Climate series: Proven action The National https://www.thenationalnews.com/podcasts/recorded/2025/02/17/women-in-climate-series-proven-action https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/WIMM66SV5RBZFMYURHRH25QZ4E.jpg?smart=true&auth=98c8f91fc57e193db3aa344b8c4c83c76742df59b5bb877faba1388a228b6adf&width=1200&height=630 AE en The third episode of the Women in Climate podcast series is released. Naomi Kerbel, director of communications at SEC Newgate UK, interviews Amanda Carpenter, chief executive of Achill Legal and Magali Anderson, founder of S4 and former chief sustainability officer at Holcim. This series is sponsored by GIB AM. Women excel in environmental reporting and governance teams and yet remain underrepresented in leadership roles. So, what does it take to break through these barrie...[+851 chars] 2025-02-17T01:35:13 ‘Involvement in India's internal affairs': Himanta announces probe into Pak climate expert who worked with Gaurav Gogoi's wife Elizabeth Sukrita Baruah https://indianexpress.com/article/india/involvement-in-indias-internal-affairs-himanta-announces-probe-into-pak-climate-expert-who-worked-with-gaurav-gogois-wife-elizabeth-9839719 https://images.indianexpress.com/2025/02/himantalead-4col.jpg IN en Ali Tauqeer Sheikh is accused of 'explicit involvement' in 'India's internal affairs' by the Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. His wife, Elizabeth Gogoi, is a British citizen working in the field of climate policy. She worked in Pakistan between 2011 and 2015 with the Climate Development and Knowledge Network (CDKN), Asia. She is the wife of Gaurav, an Assam MP. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced Sunday that his Cabinet has directed the Director General of Police to file a case for 'explicit involvement' in 'India's internal affairs' against a...[+3796 chars] 2025-02-17T01:02:14 In national DEI dismantle, corporate charity efforts could be next NBC Bay Area https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/In_national_DEI_dismantle_corporate_charity_efforts_could_be https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en The DEI practices of corporations are already facing intense scrutiny from the Trump administration. Many major companies have abandoned or at least scaled back DEI programs, from Amazon to Google.  None of them wants to be the one attacked by the federal government. The DEI practices of corporations are already facing intense scrutiny from the Trump administration, from minority hiring to supplier diversity goals. Many major companies have abandoned or at least s...[+111 chars] 2025-02-17T00:10:10 Sunpower Group (SGX:5GD) investors are sitting on a loss of 39% if they invested five years ago Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sunpower-group-sgx-5gd-investors-001010714.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4afa9747177650711578ccd57242a6b7 US en Sunpower Group Ltd. (SGX:5GD) saw its share price fall 54% in the last five years. The company became profitable within the last 5 years. Its shareholders are up 11% for the year, but this is short of the market return. Simply Wall St has identified 3 warning signs with Sunpower Group. Ideally, your overall portfolio should beat the market average. But the main game is to find enough winners to more than offset the losers At this point some shareholders may be questioning their inve...[+3466 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 Barclays and NatWest drop climate targets from executive pay deals The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Barclays_and_NatWest_drop_climate_targets_from_executive_pay https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Barclays and NatWest are to remove climate targets from their annual bonus schemes for senior executives. It is part of a wider shift in the business world to drop environmental and diversity measures linked to pay from the annual bonus scheme for senior execs, as well as performance measures. Two of Britain's biggest banks are to remove climate targets from their annual bonus schemes for senior executives, reflecting a wider shift in the business world to drop environmental and diversity m...[+117 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 CTCI Ranks Top 1% for Three Consecutive Years in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/CTCI_Ranks_Top_1_for_Three_Consecutive_Years_in_S_P_Globals_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "CTCI Corporation and ECOVE Environment Corporation have been selected for inclusion in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2025. CTCI Corp. was named as the top 1% corporate sustainability performer in the construction and the ""Guardian of Sustainable Earth""." TAIPEI, Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CTCI Group announced today that two group companies, CTCI Corporation and ECOVE Environment Corporation, have been selected for inclusion in S&P Global's Sustaina...[+150 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 US Energy Secretary attacks 'sinister' net zero goals, singling out Britain The Star https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/US_Energy_Secretary_attacks_sinister_net_zero_goals_singling https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/[] US en "U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright called a pledge to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 a ""sinister goal"" and criticised the British government's attempts to hit clean energy targets. Read full story at: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/en/news/article-news/2014/01/30/energy-secretary-chris-wright-criticizes-clean-energy-targets-of-the-british-government-and-policies-to-achieve-net-zero-carbon-emissions-by-5050." "LONDON (Reuters) - U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Monday called a pledge to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 a ""sinister goal"", and criticised the British government's attempts to hit ...[+37 chars]" 2025-02-17T00:00:00 DENR requires mining companies to integrate 17 SDGs in social programs Manila Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/DENR_requires_mining_companies_to_integrate_17_SDGs_in_socia https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga signed a new administrative order mandating mining companies incorporate the UN's 17 sustainable development goals into their social development and management programs. The SDMP is a five-year. Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga signed a new department administrative order mandating mining companies incorporate the United Nations' 17 s...[+287 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 Energy secretary blasts 'sinister' zero carbon emissions goal The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Energy_secretary_blasts_sinister_zero_carbon_emissions_goal https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Chris Wright denounces efforts to achieve net zero carbon emissions by midcentury as a'sinister goal' in remarks at a conservative policy conference on Monday. He was speaking at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship forum in New York. ""Net zero 2050 is a sinister goal, it's a terrible goal,"" he said." Energy Secretary Chris Wright denounced efforts to achieve net zero carbon emissions by midcentury as a 'sinister goal' in remarks at a conservative policy conference Monday. 'Net zero 2050 is a sinis...[+169 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 Bybit unveils Listing Billboard to enhance token project transparency BTC Manager https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Bybit_unveils_Listing_Billboard_to_enhance_token_project_tra https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SoSoValue adopts the transparency framework for listed tokens from Bybit's platform. It's based on its transparency framework. It follows Bybit’s transparentity framework for its tokens, which is similar to the one used by SoSoValue. SoSoValue adopts Bybit's transparency framework for listed tokens 2025-02-17T00:00:00 Sebi notifies procedure to amend rules; mandates public consultation The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Sebi_notifies_procedure_to_amend_rules_mandates_public_consu_y https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en To bring more transparency, Sebi has specified a new procedure for making regulations, mandating a new process for making such regulations. Sebi's new procedure will be effective from January 1st, 2015. . i in its current form. To bring more transparency, markets watchdog Sebi has specified a new procedure for making regulations, mandating 2025-02-17T00:00:00 Sebi blow: PMS with Rs 200 crore AUM barred from onboarding new clients. Here's why The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Sebi_blow_PMS_with_Rs_200_crore_AUM_barred_from_onboarding_n_b https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/[] US en Sebi barred DGS Capital Management from onboarding new clients after it failed to maintain the ₹5 crore net worth requirement. The firm has 15 days to comply or face registration cancellation or suspension. DGS has a total AUM of ⁹201 crore. Sebi barred DGS Capital Management from onboarding new clients after it failed to maintain the ₹5 crore net worth requirement. With ₹201 crore AUM, the firm has 15 days to comply or face registration ...[+27 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 Nampak Zimbabwe focuses on cost-containment as currency instability looms Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Nampak_Zimbabwe_focuses_on_costcontainment_as_currency_insta https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Nampak Zimbabwe is preparing to divest its stake to Zimbabwe-listed entity TSL. Zimbabwe's economic landscape faces significant challenges exacerbated by recent policy changes and currency changes. Nampak has to implement cost-containment measures to cope with the situation. Nampak Zimbabwe is grappling with a challenging operating environment, compelling the company to implement cost-containment measures as it prepares to divest its stake to Zimbabwe-listed entity TSL. T...[+222 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 SEC rule suspension is early gift for Trump's oil and gas supporters Detroit news https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/SEC_rule_suspension_is_early_gift_for_Trump_s_oil_and_gas_su_3 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The Securities and Exchange Commission moved to back off a rule requiring large companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and any plans to reduce them. The rule has been a primary target of fossil""hostile energy public policy. Trump's energy secretary and two of his major donors won a key victory last week." President Donald Trump's energy secretary and two of his major donors won a key victory last week when the Securities and Exchange Commission moved to back off a rule requiring large companies to disc...[+144 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 Transparency International Pakistan finds companies ‘moderately transparent' in corporate reporting Dawn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Transparency_International_Pakistan_finds_companies_moderate https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Companies in Pakistan have been deemed to be'moderately transparent' in corporate reporting according to the Transparency in Corporate Reporting Assessment (TRAC) report by Transparency International Pakistan (TIP). According to the report, the top 69 publicly listed companies in Pakistan are considered to be transparent. Companies in Pakistan have been deemed to be 'moderately transparent' in corporate reporting, according to the Transparency in Corporate Reporting Assessment (TRAC) report by Transparency Internationa...[+346 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 DSO and MIT Honor Winner of MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator's Second Edition at MDXB Demo Day Emirates 24/7 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/DSO_and_MIT_Honor_Winner_of_MIT_DesignX_Dubai_Accelerator_s_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The selected startups for the second cohort share a common focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles and sustainability. The culmination of the intensive accelerator program brought together the participating startups, alongside investors, industry peers and stakeholders, and DSO's community. ● The selected startups for the second cohort share a common focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles and sustainability. ● The culmination of the intensive accelerator program ...[+122 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 Listed firm's attempt to convert liability to foreign parent into equity hits wall Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Listed_firms_attempt_to_convert_liability_to_foreign_parent_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en E-Land Apparel's proposal to issue a single share at a significant premium to its foreign parent has hit a regulatory hurdle. The issue is in lieu of an unfulfilled export advance by the parent. The company had an agreement with its parent. An Indian listed company's proposal to issue a single share at a significant premium to its foreign parent in lieu of an unfulfilled export advance by the parent has hit a regulatory hurdle. E-Land Ap...[+65 chars] 2025-02-17T00:00:00 Big Banks Are Scrubbing Their Public Mentions of DEI Efforts Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/17/Big_Banks_Are_Scrubbing_Their_Public_Mentions_of_DEI_Efforts https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan, Citigroup and others are starting to remove or water down language around the efforts to avoid possible litigation and federal probes to avoid litigation and probes. They are starting with Morgan Stanley and then with JPMorgan and Citigroup. It's not clear if it's going to work for them. Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan, Citigroup and others are starting to remove or water down language around the efforts to avoid possible litigation and federal probes. 2025-02-16T21:30:00 Investors are fleeing references to climate change Saijel Kishan https://www.bangkokpost.com/opinion/opinion/2962271/investors-are-fleeing-references-to-climate-change https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/02/17/5473001_700.jpg TH en "Garvin Jabusch no longer uses a climate change chart when pitching investment ideas to clients. Parnassus Investments, the biggest US sustainable-investing firm, removed references on its website that its funds are ""fossil-fuel free"". Engine No 1, the activist firm that led the shakeup of ExxonMobil Corp's board in 2021, has removed wording on its web page that corporate performance is ""greatly enhanced"" by investing in workers, communities and the environment. The fund now invests in companies that are ""powering innovation and driving the reindustrialization of the United States""." For more than a decade, money manager Garvin Jabusch would show a chart of the planet's rising temperatures when pitching investment ideas to clients, saying they could help save the planet and still ...[+5645 chars] 2025-02-16T21:12:30 Environment study submitted for ExxonMobil's proposed 7th oil extraction project Staff Editor https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/02/16/news/guyana/environment-study-submitted-for-exxonmobils-proposed-7th-oil-extraction-project https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2025/02/IMG_3688.jpeg GY en The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for ExxonMobil's proposed 7th oil extraction project has been submitted to the EPA. The EIA and EIS are available on the EPA's website for download. Last year July, the EPA served notice that ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) had applied for an environmental authorization to undertake the project at the Hammerhead site. Guyanese, Wintress Morris and Joy Marcus headed to the courts in an effort to head off the project. "The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for ExxonMobil's proposed 7th oil extraction project has been submitted to the EPA. A public notice in today's Sunday Stabroek said that the EIS and the Envir...[+2407 chars]" 2025-02-16T20:05:32 Democratic Congress members now express fear of Elon's DOGE in SEC affairs Frank Nez https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/16/democratic_congress_members_now_express_fear_of_elon_8217s_d https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/16/[] US en Maxine Waters and Brad express fear of Elon's DOGE in SEC affairs. Retail investors wonder if the agency is hiding illicit activities. Maxine Waters wants to wipe the fingerprints from the scene of the crime. Brad wants to keep the investigation going. Democratic Congress members now express fear of Elon's DOGE in SEC affairs, leading retail investors to ponder whether the agency is hiding illicit activities.In a striking turn of events, Democratic ...[+100 chars] 2025-02-16T19:53:34 Ottawa Mandates Banks to Disclose Diversity of Top Management The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/16/Ottawa_Mandates_Banks_to_Disclose_Diversity_of_Top_Managemen https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AEDIknfeeB4/0.jpg US en Banks and other financial institutions in Canada are now required to disclose information on their diversity programs to shareholders. New rules were released by the federal government on Feb. 15. Ottawa says federally regulated institutions must disclose the number and percentage of directors and officers from each of the designated groups. Banks and other financial institutions in Canada are now required to disclose information on their diversity programs to shareholders, according to new rules released by the federal government on Feb....[+127 chars] 2025-02-16T18:57:51 Ottawa Mandates Banks to Disclose Diversity of Top Management Isaac Teo https://www.theepochtimes.com/world/ottawa-mandates-banks-to-disclose-diversity-of-top-management-5811030 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2024/07/12/id5685177-CP217715-1080x720.jpg US en Banks and other financial institutions in Canada are now required to disclose information on their diversity programs to shareholders. New rules were released by the federal government on Feb. 15. The move comes as the U.S. under the Trump administration is mandating federal institutions and those receiving federal grants to comply with Canada's 'Comply or Explain' requirements. Implementation of the new regulations is uncertain, as the ruling Liberal Party is set to choose a new leader in March. Banks and other financial institutions in Canada are now required to disclose information on their diversity programs to shareholders, according to new rules released by the federal government on Feb....[+3538 chars] 2025-02-16T18:56:01 The influencer Ashley St. Clair to Elon Musk: «I have a son from you, answer me on X» archyde https://www.archyde.com/the-influencer-ashley-st-clair-to-elon-musk-i-have-a-son-from-you-answer-me-on-x-corriere-della-sera https://g.acdn.no/api/reflex/v1/image/resize/480/https%3A%2F%2Fg.acdn.no%2Fobscura%2FAPI%2Fimage%2Fr1%2Fece5%2Fa%2F1738836788000%2Fnett%2F2025%2F2%2F6%2F11%2Fimg_5123.jpg US en Ashley St. Clair claims that Elon Musk is the father of her son. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, is already known to have several children, including a transgender daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, and a son with Canadian musician Grimes. The paternity claim adds another layer to the already complex narrative surrounding Musk's personal life. In a recent turn of events, influencer Ashley St. Clair has ⁢made ‌a public ‌claim that Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, is the father of her son. St. Clair's⁤ assertion has ignited intense med...[+4556 chars] 2025-02-16T16:00:00 Diversity programmes have one crucial error Rob Campbell https://newsroom.co.nz/2025/02/17/diversity-programmes-have-one-crucial-error https://newsroom.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-2167817657-scaled.jpg NZ en """Diversity, equity and inclusion"" programmes and staff are being emulated in the U.S. and it may be time to think hard about their genuine value in the UK. ""ESG"" and ""MSG"" are not identical but reflect similar intent at holistic involvement and purpose in government and business activity." Comment: With 'diversity, equity and inclusion' programmes and staff being 'emuskulated' across the United States daily and not dissimilar, if less aggressive, words and actions here about our equival...[+567 chars] 2025-02-16T15:31:23 Yaqeen S&P ESG MENA ETF Fund to make TASI debut on Feb. 19 Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1790594 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/9afa25be-ea30-4d5b-b8ce-dbaaaa7a946b.png SA en Yaqeen S&P ESG MENA ETF will be listed and begin trading on the Main Market (TASI) as of Feb. 19. The new fund aims to track and simulate the performance of the MSCI index of selected growth stocks for Saudi small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that comply with Shariah standards. "The Saudi Exchange (Tadawul) said units of Yaqeen S&P ESG MENA ETF will be listed and begin trading on the Main Market (TASI) as of Feb. 19, with the symbol 9409 and ISIN Code SA162G54J0L6. The fund's...[+485 chars]" 2025-02-16T15:18:00 Corporate DEI and Charitable Giving Face Scrutiny Under New Political Landscape nbcsandiego https://us.headtopics.com/news/corporate-dei-and-charitable-giving-face-scrutiny-under-new-65929515 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/16/nbcsandiego/corporate-dei-and-charitable-giving-face-scrutiny--corporate-dei-and-charitable-giving-face-scrutiny--49FD5F348396CA0DD5C0B3904C7BDDD1.webp US en Corporations are reevaluating their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and philanthropic activities in light of heightened scrutiny of DEI practices by the Trump administration. Amazon, McDonald's, Alphabet, Target, Ford, Lowe's, and Walmart have either abandoned or scaled back DEI programs. Corporate charity arms are planning to increase company efforts around economic opportunity and education, while scaling back initiatives focused on racial and gender equality. Amidst heightened scrutiny of DEI practices by the Trump administration, corporations are re-evaluating their diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and philanthropic activities. Many companies ...[+5340 chars] 2025-02-16T15:15:05 ESC: Overhaul of National Social Protection Strategy 2025-2033 underway //Petra// AG https://petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=68522&lang=en&name=en_news https://petra.gov.jo/upload/images/favicon.ico JO en Environment and climate change axis should be included in the National Social Protection Strategy 2025-2033. Dr. Musa Shteiwi's call came during the dialogue held in coordination with Ministry of Social Development and UNICEF to present the strategy's new features and main priorities. Amman, Feb. 16 (Petra) -Environment and climate change axis should emerge in the National Social Protection Strategy 2025-2033, given its importance in changing the public's lifestyles and behaviors, ...[+1373 chars] 2025-02-16T15:04:24 Exxon still interested in shallow block won during auction; mulling carbon capture there INEWS https://www.inewsguyana.com/exxon-still-interested-in-shallow-block-won-during-auction-mulling-carbon-capture-there https://i0.wp.com/www.inewsguyana.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/oil-block-auction-e1739718222532.jpg?fit=640%2C592&ssl=1 GY en ExxonMobil Guyana is interested in the S8 block it won in the 2022 oil auction bid round. It is also interested in using the block for carbon capture and storage. The company's first priority is to find out if there are hydrocarbons in the block. "ExxonMobil Guyana President, Alistair Routledge Oil giant ExxonMobil remains very much interested in the S8 block it won in the 2022 bid round, with ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) President Alistair...[+3946 chars]" 2025-02-16T14:42:08 Ashley St. Clair calls for Elon Musk to ‘publicly acknowledge' his role as the father of her baby: ‘You have not responded' https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/16/ashley-st-clair-calls-for-elon-musk-to-publicly-acknowledge-his-role-as-the-father-of-her-baby-you-have-not-responded https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Ashley-St-Clair-calls-for-Elon-Musk-to-‘publicly-acknowledge.jpg US en Ashley St. Clair claims that Elon Musk is the father of her newborn child, but he has not publicly acknowledged the relationship. A representative for the conservative activist is waiting for him to do so in order to end the speculation and protect their child's privacy. The Tesla founder is already a father. "Ashley St. Clair called for Elon Musk to 'publicly acknowledge' his role as the alleged father of her newborn child on social media. On Saturday, the conservative activist took to X to blast the billi...[+1531 chars]" 2025-02-16T14:30:10 We Wouldn't Be Too Quick To Buy RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) Before It Goes Ex-Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wouldnt-too-quick-buy-rtx-143010973.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/8878fc9a4ee9927bc3cc9db82bcc6985 US en RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.63 per share. Last year, the company distributed US$2.52 to shareholders. It has a trailing yield of 2.1% on the current share price of US$122.41. It paid out 69% of its earnings to investors last year. Its earnings per share have been shrinking at 2.7% a year over the previous five years. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend d...[+4000 chars] 2025-02-16T14:20:00 Corporate Philanthropy Faces Scrutiny Amid Shifting DEI Landscape NBCDFW https://us.headtopics.com/news/corporate-philanthropy-faces-scrutiny-amid-shifting-dei-65928125 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/16/nbcdfw/corporate-philanthropy-faces-scrutiny-amid-shiftin-corporate-philanthropy-faces-scrutiny-amid-shiftin-F820AD7FE72D17779E335594A905D709.webp US en Trump administration's intensified scrutiny of corporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices is prompting many companies to scale back their initiatives. This shift also extends to corporate philanthropy. Companies are grappling with the implications of recent political and legal developments on their philanthropic efforts. The Trump administration's intensified scrutiny of corporate DEI practices is prompting many companies to scale back their initiatives. This shift also extends to corporate philanthropy, with organiza...[+2821 chars] 2025-02-16T14:13:13 In national DEI dismantle, corporate charity efforts could be next Cheryl Winokur Munk https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/in-national-dei-dismantle-corporate-charity-efforts-could-be-next/ar-AA1z9nnW US en Corporations are reviewing their DEI initiatives in light of President Trump's executive orders. The Conference Board survey found that more corporate charity arms plan to ramp up company efforts around economic opportunity and education, while scaling back initiatives around racial and gender equality. Many legal challenges to DEI-related policies have been brought in the wake of the Supreme Court's landmark ruling in 2023 that affirmative action in college admissions is unconstitutional. "As more companies scrap or pare back DEI pledges and goals related to hiring and supplier diversity, from Amazon to Target and Meta, corporate philanthropic activities are also ripe for review. Compan...[+8564 chars]" 2025-02-16T14:13:13 In national DEI dismantle, corporate charity efforts won't escape scrutiny Cheryl Winokur Munk https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/16/in-national-dei-dismantle-corporate-charities-are-in-for-scrutiny.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108103128-1739715096504-gettyimages-107954124-f3cd4406-ea67-46f4-ac02-17e3d290d164.jpeg?v=1739715125&w=1920&h=1080 US en Corporations are reviewing their DEI initiatives in light of President Trump's executive orders. The Conference Board survey found that more corporate charity arms plan to ramp up company efforts around economic opportunity and education, while scaling back initiatives around racial and gender equality. Many legal challenges to DEI-related policies have been brought in the wake of the Supreme Court's landmark ruling in 2023 that affirmative action in college admissions is unconstitutional. "As more companies scrap or pare back DEI pledges and goals related to hiring and supplier diversity, from Amazon to Target and Meta, corporate philanthropic activities are also ripe for review. Compan...[+8564 chars]" 2025-02-16T13:34:00 ‘I'm not trying to move them all over to Xbox anymore': Phil Spencer explains Xbox's PS5 release strategy archyde https://www.archyde.com/im-not-trying-to-move-them-all-over-to-xbox-anymore-phil-spencer-explains-xboxs-ps5-release-strategy https://www.videogameschronicle.com/files/2021/03/vgc-social-split__consoles.jpg US en Phil Spencer is the CEO of Microsoft Gaming. In an interview with the Xbox Era podcast, he shed light on the company's evolving strategy regarding game releases on PlayStation 5. He claims Sony's 30% cut from games sold on the PlayStation Store is being used to hinder third-party games from coming to Xbox. Microsoft wants to bring its games to a wider audience across multiple platforms. In a recent interview with the‌ Xbox Era podcast,​ Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer shed light on the company's⁢ evolving⁣ strategy regarding ‍game releases on PlayStation 5. Spencer addressed his pr...[+7372 chars] 2025-02-16T12:37:14 CSX's (NASDAQ:CSX) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/csxs-nasdaq-csx-shareholders-receive-123714446.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/536ae98c58d25bf840842e614a388500 US en CSX Corporation's (NASDAQ:CSX) dividend will be increased to $0.13 on 14th of March. This is 8.3% higher than last year's payment of $.12. The dividend yield for the company will be 1.4%, which is typical for the industry. CSX has impressed Simply Wall St. by growing its EPS at 5.2% per year over the past five years and has a stable payout ratio of 22%. The board of CSX Corporation (NASDAQ:CSX) has announced that the dividend on 14th of March will be increased to $0.13, which will be 8.3% higher than last year's payment of $0.12 which covered the sam...[+2946 chars] 2025-02-16T12:37:00 Goldman Sachs bans a strict work policy amid legal concerns Patricia Battle https://www.capjournal.com/arena/finance/goldman-sachs-bans-a-strict-work-policy-amid-legal-concerns/article_3ab49714-9256-50b1-bfc6-efc28335eb9b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/capjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/6d/46dd1fc9-abf3-5376-933e-3cd0a4fa6d51/67b1e6dc8e1e5.image.jpg?crop=1200%2C630%2C0%2C85 US en Goldman Sachs is the fifth-largest bank in the U.S. and took an unpopular stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Many companies, such as Walmart, Amazon, and Meta, have either cut or scaled back diversity and equity programs due to consumer pressure and legal concerns. "Goldman Sachs (GS) , the fifth-largest bank in the U.S., shook corporate America last month when it opted to take an unpopular stance on a work policy that has divided the nation. While many companies...[+230 chars]" 2025-02-16T12:24:38 Balancing ESG priorities with investor intentions Benjamin N. Villacorte https://www.bworldonline.com/economy/2025/02/16/653594/balancing-esg-priorities-with-investor-intentions https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/economy-default.jpg PH en There is a growing emphasis on sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in the investment landscape. However, a significant gap remains between what investors say about integrating ESG into their decision-making and what they actually do. The Trump administration's rollback of environmental regulations may encourage short-term investment but raise long-term climate risks. "By Benjamin N. Villacorte IN BRIEF: • While 88% of investors have increased their use of ESG information, 92% worry that ESG-related initiatives harm short-term corporate performance. • Despite the ri...[+9182 chars]" 2025-02-16T12:22:12 KAI Catat Peningkatan Wisatawan Asing Gunakan Layanan Kereta https://ekonomi.republika.co.id/berita/srrzp0490/kai-catat-peningkatan-wisatawan-asing-gunakan-layanan-kereta https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/jadwal-keberangkatan-kereta-api-dari-stasiun-bandung-mengalami-perubahan_250108201905-508.jpg ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-16T11:43:03 ExxonM does not deny paying taxes in Bahamas but tells K/News to focus on how the oil deal is delivering money to Guyana Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/16/exxonm-does-not-deny-paying-taxes-in-bahamas-but-tells-k-news-to-focus-on-how-the-oil-deal-is-delivering-money-to-guyana https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2024/12/Routledge-150x150.jpg GY en ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) is the operator of the resource-rich Stabroek Block. EMGL is a company registered in the Bahamas. ExxonMobil Global Holding Investment B.V. is the 100% owner of EMGL. The company is required to pay a corporate tax of 15% to the Bahamas, but it does not pay a cent to the government of Guyana. "ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL), the operator of the resource-rich Stabroek Block has not denied that the company pays taxes in the Bahamas. Kaieteur News reported on February 11 that EMGL, formerly ...[+4341 chars]" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 greenhouse gas reduction Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/greenhouse-gas-reduction https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 Hindustan Zinc recognition Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/hindustan-zinc-recognition https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 ESG leadership Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/esg-leadership https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 sustainable resource management Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/sustainable-resource-management https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 S&P CSA 2024 Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/sp-csa-2024 https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 carbon disclosure project Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/carbon-disclosure-project https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 ESG best practices Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/esg-best-practices https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 Hindustan Zinc sustainability achievements Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/hindustan-zinc-sustainability-achievements https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 UN SDG goals in mining Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/un-sdg-goals-in-mining https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T10:10:00 Hindustan Zinc Secures Top 1% Ranking in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/responsible-mining https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Solar-Power-Plant-at-HZL.jpg?fit=320%2C213&ssl=1 IN en Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) has been recognized for its environmental and social responsibility (ESG) initiatives. The company's CEO Arun Misra is responsible for the company's sustainability achievements and the company is ranked by the CDP Leadership Band. "16 Feb 2025 10:10 AM by Bhupendra Singh Chundawat A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read mo...[+1092 chars]" 2025-02-16T09:40:10 We target a profit of EGP 4.3bn in 2025: United Bank CEO Hossam Mounir https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2025/02/16/we-target-a-profit-of-egp-4-3bn-in-2025-united-bank-ceo https://d1b3667xvzs6rz.cloudfront.net/2025/02/1.jpg EG en Ashraf El-Kady, CEO and Managing Director of United Bank, has outlined the bank's strategic growth objectives. The bank aims to achieve a pre-tax profit of EGP 4.265bn in 2025, a significant increase compared to the EGP 2.5bn recorded by the end of September 2024. It also intends to expand its activities to increase income streams and commissions, diversifying beyond a sole reliance on returns, and growing equity beyond EGP 18bn. Ashraf El-Kady, CEO and Managing Director of United Bank, has outlined the bank's strategic growth objectives, which are built on several key pillars. He told Daily News Egypt that at the heart of the...[+7065 chars] 2025-02-16T09:27:00 Disclosure rules on related-party transaction Express News Service https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2025/Feb/16/disclosure-rules-on-related-party-transaction https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-02-15%2Fkq43xkil%2FDisclosure.jpg?rect=0%2C51%2C525%2C276&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en Sebi introduced industry standards for the minimum information that listed entities need to provide to the audit committee and shareholders when seeking approval for the related-party transactions. Industry Standards Forum (ISF) comprises representatives from three industry associations: ASSOCHAM, CII and FICCI. The standards will come into effect from April 1. NEW DELHI: Markets regulator Sebi on Saturday introduced industry standards for the minimum information that listed entities are need to provide to the audit committee and shareholders when seeking ap...[+942 chars] 2025-02-16T08:55:00 Has Elon Musk Welcomed His 13th Child? Tesla CEO Reacts To US Influencer Claiming To Be Mother Of His Baby Aveek Banerjee https://www.news18.com/world/elon-musk-reacts-to-conservative-influencer-ashley-st-clair-claiming-to-be-mother-of-his-13th-child-x-post-9229156.html https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2025/02/musk-ashley-2025-02-39b4bd34d80f8c5a5888c259a6082f68-16x9.jpg IN en Conservative influencer Ashley St Clair claims that Tesla and X owner Elon Musk is the father of her five-month-old baby. Musk did not directly acknowledge her claim but reacted to a five-year-old post from the influencer. St Clair will take a break from X. "Last Updated: Conservative influencer Ashley St Clair made a shocking announcement, saying Elon Musk was the father of her baby. Musk did not directly acknowledge her claim but reacted to a five-year-...[+3861 chars]" 2025-02-16T07:36:13 Elco Ltd. Embraces iXBRL Reporting for Enhanced Transparency https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/savingandinvesting/elco-ltd-embraces-ixbrl-reporting-for-enhanced-transparency/ar-AA1z8X8L US en Elco Ltd. has participated in an initiative led by the Israel Securities Authority to integrate iXBRL reports in Israel alongside their regular reporting formats. Elco's securities are traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. The company is involved in various operations and engages in financial reporting. "Elco ( (IL:ELCO) ) has provided an announcement. Elco Ltd. has voluntarily participated in an initiative led by the Israel Securities Authority to integrate iXBRL reports in Israel, alongside their re...[+698 chars]" 2025-02-16T07:05:48 The five-year loss for Oxford Metrics (LON:OMG) shareholders likely driven by its shrinking earnings Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/five-loss-oxford-metrics-lon-070548868.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/41bdd0c670f621394929d5266c5d6c72 US en This week the share price of Oxford Metrics plc (LON:OMG) rose by 17%. Over the last half decade, the stock has not performed well. The share price is down 54% in that time, significantly under-performing the market. The market is more cautious about the business these days. The company's earnings per share dropped by 7.0% each year in the last five years. The TSR for the last 5 years was -47%, which exceeds share price return mentioned earlier. This week we saw the Oxford Metrics plc (LON:OMG) share price climb by 17%. But over the last half decade, the stock has not performed well. After all, the share price is down 54% in that time, signif...[+3738 chars] 2025-02-16T06:40:54 Engen Empowers its Workforce by Launching Historic Employee Share Ownership Plan SAT Articles https://southafricatoday.net/business/engen-empowers-its-workforce-by-launching-historic-employee-share-ownership-plan https://southafricatoday.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/news-644847_640.jpg ZA en Engen, South Africa's largest petroleum and convenience services company, has launched its first-ever Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ESOP will be managed by the Engen Employee Trust, through which employees will initially own 5% of Engen Petroleum (Pty) Ltd. "Cape Town, South Africa – Engen, South Africa's largest petroleum and convenience services company and a member of the Vivo Energy Group, is proud to announce the launch of its first-ever Employee Sha...[+1892 chars]" 2025-02-16T05:47:49 Dukung Ketahanan Pangan di Bantul, Kapolri Dorong Swasembada Jagung Nasional https://news.republika.co.id/berita/srrhfp490/dukung-ketahanan-pangan-di-bantul-kapolri-dorong-swasembada-jagung-nasional https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/dalam-upaya-memperkuat-ketahanan-pangan-nasional-kapolri-jenderal-pol_250216124735-478.jpeg ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-16T05:41:06 Influencer Ashley St. Clair urges Elon Musk to acknowledge his role as a father, calls for him to 'finish their co-parenting agreement' Sneha Kumari https://www.indiatimes.com/trending/influencer-ashley-st-clair-urges-elon-musk-to-acknowledge-his-role-as-a-father-calls-for-him-to-finish-their-co-parenting-agreement-652828.html https://im.indiatimes.in/content/template/share/652828.jpg IN en Ashley St. Clair claims Elon Musk is the father of her five-month-old child. The influencer took to her X (formerly called Twitter) on Friday night to announce the news. She also urged the media to respect her child's privacy and refrain from any invasive reporting. She is publicly urging Elon Musk to 'finish their agreement' about co-parenting. "Ashley St. Clair, an author and influencer, on February 16, 2025, publicly came forward with claims that tech billionaire Elon Musk is the father of her five-month-old child. On Friday night, the 26-y...[+2606 chars]" 2025-02-16T05:38:22 Why the meek surrenders on diversity should raise concern about corporate honesty The West Australian https://thewest.com.au/technology/why-the-meek-surrenders-on-diversity-should-raise-concern-about-corporate-honesty-c-17713062 https://images.thewest.com.au/publication/C-17713062/663b489aa5752403e1df013cf238554d3c98c6bd-16x9-x0y208w4000h2250.jpg?imwidth=1200 AU en Donald Trump's crackdown on diversity and inclusion programs and climate reporting and disclosure has sparked rollbacks by companies. Some male workers at Rio Tinto didn't hide their rancour in a survey about gender diversity programs aiding the employment of women. Goldman Sachs has pulled a requirement that companies it takes public have at least two diverse directors on their board. Deloitte in the US has told staff working with government to pull pronouns from email signatures. Accenture will no longer use diversity targets in hiring people. "We could find out fairly quickly which value-sprouting companies don't have a spine. Donald Trump's crackdown on diversity and inclusion programs, as well as climate reporting and disclosure, has spar...[+2710 chars]" 2025-02-16T04:40:48 corporate sustainability assessment Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/corporate-sustainability-assessment https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T04:40:48 sustainable industrial practices Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/tag/sustainable-industrial-practices https://i0.wp.com/udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cropped-UDAIPUR-KIRAN.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 IN en A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry was signed by Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) in Udaipur on 14th February 2025. Hindustani Zinc is a zinc producer based in India. "A Testament to Sustainability Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Udaipur, 14th February 2025 – Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), … Read more" 2025-02-16T00:58:26 Jamie Dimon's remarks add to Wall Street's mounting challenges on DEI initiatives https://www.dimsumdaily.hk/jamie-dimons-remarks-add-to-wall-streets-mounting-challenges-on-dei-initiatives https://cdn.dimsumdaily.hk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/16085714/Jamie-Dimon-Wall-Street.jpg HK en JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon wants to cancel some diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Conservative activists and shareholder groups have called for an audit of the bank's diversity practices. The bank reaffirmed its commitment to DEI and said the core principles remain intact. 16th February 2025 – (New York) JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, long known for his advocacy of diversity and support for minority communities, has sparked controversy with remarks questioning the effi...[+2411 chars] 2025-02-16T00:28:42 EG Industries Berhad's (KLSE:EG) investors will be pleased with their incredible 580% return over the last five years Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/eg-industries-berhads-klse-eg-002842161.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/ef44053e61ec22e0225ca0b410549edf US en EG Industries Berhad's share price is 576% higher than it was five years ago. The company's shareholders have received a total shareholder return of 72% over the last year. The one-year TSR is better than the five-year average annual increase in the share price. Buying shares in the best businesses can build meaningful wealth for you and your family. While the best companies are hard to find, but they can generate massive returns over long periods. Don't beli...[+3856 chars] 2025-02-16T00:00:19 Trump gains ground in war against DEI Casey Harper https://www.todayville.com/trump-gains-ground-in-war-against-dei https://i2.wp.com/www.todayville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tvrd-trump-inauguration-image-2025-01-20.jpg?fit=600%2C356&ssl=1 US en President Trump signed an executive order eliminating DEI policies and staff at the federal government and extending the anti-DEI policy to federal contractors. Private companies are backing off their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey filed a lawsuit against Starbucks for similar policies. "By Casey Harper A major shift is underway in the way large companies talk about and fund Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs. President Donald Trump began the transition when he signed an executi...[+5665 chars]" 2025-02-16T00:00:00 Engen's groundbreaking Employee Share Ownership Plan empowers staff Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/16/Engens_groundbreaking_Employee_Share_Ownership_Plan_empowers https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/16/[] US en Engen, South Africa's largest petroleum and convenience services company, announced the launch of its first-ever Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP) on Sunday. Engen is committed to creating a more inclusive and empowered workforce and advancing its B-BBEE commitments. Engen, South Africa's largest petroleum and convenience services company, announced in a statement on Sunday the launch of its first-ever Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP).Engen said that this land...[+304 chars] 2025-02-15T21:17:11 Canadian banks must reveal diversity of board, top managers under new rules Reuters https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/canadian-banks-must-reveal-diversity-211711909.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.ca/0dc8e9d28b086811193aef4c95b14f0f US en Canadian banks and other national institutions have to disclose information about the diversity of their boards of directors and top management under new rules published on Saturday. Financial institutions must also disclose policies to increase diversity while sending out notices of annual meetings to shareholders. However, implementation is uncertain as Canada's ruling Liberal Party is set to choose a new leader in March to replace departing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and a federal election must be held by October 20. MONTREAL (Reuters) - Canadian banks and other national institutions have to disclose information about the diversity of their boards of directors and top management under new rules published on Saturd...[+1430 chars] 2025-02-15T19:26:19 Nigeria's SDG setbacks: Innovative pathway to economic freedom, prosperity MUSTAPHA LAWAL https://www.thecable.ng/nigerias-sdg-setbacks-innovative-pathway-to-economic-freedom-prosperity https://www.thecable.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/SDGs-e1663795777306.png NG en To achieve the SDGs, Nigeria must adopt a fresh approach centered on the principles of economic freedom. Nigeria can overcome its current setbacks by fostering public-private partnerships, strengthening local governance, and embracing data-driven solutions. The federal and state governments should incentivise private companies to invest in vital sectors. Civil society organisations should lead efforts to establish accountability mechanisms, conduct citizen-led audits and ensure government agencies regularly report to the public. "BY MUSTAPHA LAWAL Nigeria To bridge the gap between current realities and the SDGs targets, Nigeria must adopt a fresh approach centered on the principles of economic freedom. Nigeria can overcome its...[+3551 chars]" 2025-02-15T19:03:26 Saudi Arabia to lead region's initial public offerings in 2025 — EY Nirmal Narayanan https://www.arabnews.com/node/2590359 https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x371_watermarksaudi/public/main-image/2025/02/15/4574206-1144723892.jpg?itok=rKd6z98V SA en Saudi Arabia is leading the market with 27 potential listings in 2025. Three listings are in the pipeline of the exchanges in the UAE, while Qatar is expected to witness one IPO. Egypt has announced five IPOs for 2025, while Algeria has two businesses intending to list. RIYADH: The outlook for initial public offerings in the Middle East and North Africa region remains positive in 2025, with Saudi Arabia leading the market with 27 potential listings, according to an a...[+6187 chars] 2025-02-15T18:28:02 Strategy Could Be Eligible for S&P 500 Inclusion in June if Bitcoin Closes Q1 Above $96K Coin Desk https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/15/Strategy_Could_Be_Eligible_for_S_P_500_Inclusion_in_June_if__k https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/15/[] US en Strategy (MSTR) could be on track for potential S&P 500 inclusion by June 20. MSTR's adoption of the amended FASB guidance strengthens its case for inclusion. Strategy's outperformance of every current index constituent over four years would be surprising. Disclaimer: The analyst who wrote this piece owns shares of Strategy (MSTR)Strategy (MSTR) could be on track for potential S&P 500 inclusion by June 20.Currently, the company meets all eligibility req...[+232 chars] 2025-02-15T17:55:54 South Dakota Farm Bureau, Corn Growers Association support 67% threshold for voluntary easements in order to use eminent domain to build CO2 pipelines in the state Jody Heemstra https://drgnews.com/2025/02/15/summit-carbon-applies-again-for-pipeline-in-south-dakota https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/2626/files/2025/01/landowner-rally-summit-carbon-pipeline-011325.jpg US en The South Dakota Farm Bureau and the South Dakota Corn Growers Association support a 67% threshold for voluntary easements before eminent domain can be used. Summit Carbon Solutions wants to construct a 2,500-mile pipeline network that would carry carbon emissions from ethanol plants in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota to storage deep underground in North Dakota. The PUC is holding public input meetings on Summit's permit application today, tomorrow and on Friday (Jan. 15, 16 and 17, 2025) at various locations on the east side of the state. "February 14, 2025: The South Dakota Farm Bureau (SDFB) and the South Dakota Corn Growers Association (SDCGA) Friday (Feb. 14, 2025) announced their support for a requirement that CO2 pipeline companie...[+6859 chars]" 2025-02-15T17:00:00 Basingstoke Business for Good scheme launched to help firms Sophie Day https://www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/24930224.basingstoke-business-good-scheme-launched-help-firms https://www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/resources/images/19081733.jpg?type=og-image GB en The Basingstoke Business for Good (BBFG) verification initiative was launched on Tuesday, February 4 at BizSpace in Basing View. More than 50 business people and charities attended. The BBFG verification scheme is designed to reward organisations that take practical steps towards conducting business in a better way. It was created by Kaia Vincent, the owner of Brevity Marketing, a certified B Corporation agency. "A verification scheme has been set up to celebrate Basingstoke businesses that have a positive social and community impact. The Basingstoke Business for Good (BBFG) verification initiative was launche...[+2427 chars]" 2025-02-15T16:22:40 Trump's Department of Education says public schools could lose federal funding if DEI policies stay https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/education/trumps-department-education-says-public-schools-could-lose-federal https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2024-04/GettyImages-1644463381.jpg?h=67bc2ab5&itok=O5bGIdAE US en The Department of Education told public schools across the country to drop diversity, equity and inclusion policies within 14 days or they could lose federal funding. Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency published the letter on X-Tube. The law is clear that treating students differently on the basis of race is illegal under Supreme Court precedent. "The Department of Education told public schools across the country in a letter that they must drop diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies within 14 days or they could lose federal funding. Tes...[+581 chars]" 2025-02-15T15:54:28 Dividend Stocks: Oil India, HAL, Gillette India among others to trade ex-dividend next week; Full list Anubhav Mukherjee https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/dividend-stocks-oil-india-hal-gillette-india-among-others-to-trade-ex-dividend-next-week-full-list-11739618058204.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/15/1600x900/g2a760d0ef8762_1739628349615_1739628349928.jpg IN en Shares of several major companies are set to trade ex-dividend from Monday, February 17. Some companies have announced other corporate actions, such as bonus issues and stock splits. Capital India Finance Ltd will undergo a stock split from ₹10 to ⁹2. Conart Engineers Ltd will split shares from ⃦10 to ⁦5 on February 18. Dividend Stocks: Shares of several major companies, which includes Oil India, Bharat Forge, Gillette India, HAL, KPI Green Energy, and Procter & Gamble Health, among others are set to trade ex-dividen...[+4018 chars] 2025-02-15T15:00:18 Segro PLC (SEGXF) (Q4 2024) Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Rent Commitments and Strategic ... Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/segro-plc-segxf-q4-2024-150018411.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/b551169ce16ed6a935f21088fc6666c0 US en Segro PLC (SEGXF) reported a strong year with 91 million in new rent commitments. The company achieved an 8% average annual growth in earnings and dividends over the past eight years. It has made significant progress in reducing its carbon footprint, including doubling its solar capacity. The development pipeline has seen fewer large pre-let deals, impacting the anticipated development volumes. Market-wide data suggests a slowdown in prime rent growth and increased market vacancy rates. "Release Date: February 14, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Segro PLC (SEGXF) reported a strong year with 91 million in new ren...[+2968 chars]" 2025-02-15T14:00:38 Around Newark: Politics + Science + Taxes + Insurance Eric Kiefer https://patch.com/new-jersey/newarknj/around-newark-politics-science-taxes-insurance https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22844250/20250214/034450/styles/patch_image/public/spotlight2___14154441568.jpg US en Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County. NJ Packaging Industry Must Cut Waste By 50% Under Proposed Law. Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch email newsletters and alerts. "ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters. 'Know Your Right...[+501 chars]" 2025-02-15T14:00:38 Around Millburn: Politics + Science + Taxes + Insurance Eric Kiefer https://patch.com/new-jersey/millburn/around-millburn-politics-science-taxes-insurance https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22844250/20250214/034603/styles/patch_image/public/spotlight2___14154556887.jpg US en Essex County Lawmakers Seek New Terms In NJ Assembly: Election 2025. Rutgers Surgeons Perform First Robotic Breast Reconstruction In NJ. NJ Packaging Industry Must Cut Waste By 50% Under Proposed Law. NJ Congresswoman Explains Controversial Comment On Trump, Musk. "ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters. Essex County Law...[+582 chars]" 2025-02-15T14:00:38 Around Caldwell: Politics + Science + Taxes + Insurance Eric Kiefer https://patch.com/new-jersey/caldwells/around-caldwell-politics-science-taxes-insurance https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22844250/20250214/034131/styles/patch_image/public/spotlight2___14154120354.jpg US en Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County by signing up for the free Patch email newsletter. NJ Packaging Industry Must Cut Waste By 50% Under Proposed Law, and Rutgers Surgeons Perform First Robotic Breast Reconstruction In NJ. "ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters. NJ Packaging Ind...[+315 chars]" 2025-02-15T14:00:38 Around South Orange: Politics + Science + Taxes + Insurance Eric Kiefer https://patch.com/new-jersey/southorange/around-south-orange-politics-science-taxes-insurance https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22844250/20250214/034807/styles/patch_image/public/spotlight2___14154752903.jpg US en Essex County Lawmakers Seek New Terms In NJ Assembly: Election 2025. Rutgers Surgeons Perform First Robotic Breast Reconstruction In NJ. NJ Packaging Industry Must Cut Waste By 50% Under Proposed Law. NJ Congresswoman Explains Controversial Comment On Trump, Musk. "ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters. Essex County Law...[+582 chars]" 2025-02-15T14:00:38 Around Montclair: Politics + Science + Taxes + Insurance Eric Kiefer https://patch.com/new-jersey/montclair/around-montclair-politics-science-taxes-insurance https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22844250/20250214/034051/styles/patch_image/public/spotlight2___14153904732.jpg US en Essex County Lawmakers Seek New Terms In NJ Assembly: Election 2025. Rutgers Surgeons Perform First Robotic Breast Reconstruction In NJ. NJ Packaging Industry Must Cut Waste By 50% Under Proposed Law. NJ Congresswoman Explains Controversial Comment On Trump, Musk. "ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters. Essex County Law...[+582 chars]" 2025-02-15T14:00:38 Around Verona-Cedar Grove: Politics + Science + Taxes + Insurance Eric Kiefer https://patch.com/new-jersey/verona/around-verona-cedar-grove-politics-science-taxes-insurance https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22844250/20250214/034720/styles/patch_image/public/spotlight2___14154713993.jpg US en Essex County Lawmakers Seek New Terms In NJ Assembly: Election 2025. Rutgers Surgeons Perform First Robotic Breast Reconstruction In NJ. NJ Packaging Industry Must Cut Waste By 50% Under Proposed Law. NJ Congresswoman Explains Controversial Comment On Trump, Musk. "ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters. Essex County Law...[+582 chars]" 2025-02-15T14:00:38 Around Bloomfield: Politics + Science + Taxes + Insurance Eric Kiefer https://patch.com/new-jersey/bloomfield/around-bloomfield-politics-science-taxes-insurance https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22844250/20250214/034414/styles/patch_image/public/spotlight2___14154406520.jpg US en Essex County Lawmakers Seek New Terms In NJ Assembly: Election 2025. Rutgers Surgeons Perform First Robotic Breast Reconstruction In NJ. NJ Packaging Industry Must Cut Waste By 50% Under Proposed Law. NJ Congresswoman Explains Controversial Comment On Trump, Musk. "ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters. Essex County Law...[+582 chars]" 2025-02-15T14:00:38 Around West Orange: Politics + Science + Taxes + Insurance Eric Kiefer https://patch.com/new-jersey/westorange/around-west-orange-politics-science-taxes-insurance https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22844250/20250214/034526/styles/patch_image/public/spotlight2___14154517116.jpg US en Essex County Lawmakers Seek New Terms In NJ Assembly: Election 2025. Rutgers Surgeons Perform First Robotic Breast Reconstruction In NJ. NJ Packaging Industry Must Cut Waste By 50% Under Proposed Law. NJ Congresswoman Explains Controversial Comment On Trump, Musk. "ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters. Essex County Law...[+582 chars]" 2025-02-15T14:00:38 Around Maplewood: Politics + Science + Taxes + Insurance Eric Kiefer https://patch.com/new-jersey/maplewood/around-maplewood-politics-science-taxes-insurance https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/22844250/20250214/034640/styles/patch_image/public/spotlight2___14154632944.jpg US en Essex County Lawmakers Seek New Terms In NJ Assembly: Election 2025. Rutgers Surgeons Perform First Robotic Breast Reconstruction In NJ. NJ Packaging Industry Must Cut Waste By 50% Under Proposed Law. NJ Congresswoman Explains Controversial Comment On Trump, Musk. "ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week's top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters. Essex County Law...[+582 chars]" 2025-02-15T13:03:19 Demokrat Sebut Laut Indonesia Kaya: Jangan Hanya Bahas Pagar Laut https://news.republika.co.id/berita/srq6xj451/demokrat-sebut-laut-indonesia-kaya-jangan-hanya-bahas-pagar-laut https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/087607000-1739266341-830-556.jpg ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-15T12:07:41 Lima Kemenangan Beruntun Dewa United Dihentikan Madura United https://news.republika.co.id/berita/srq4ct348/lima-kemenangan-beruntun-dewa-united-dihentikan-madura-united https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/logo-bri-liga-1_230217183030-310.jpg ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-15T10:38:08 Yogyakarta Intensifkan Operasi Pasar dan Pasar Murah Jelang Ramadhan https://news.republika.co.id/berita/srq07k425/yogyakarta-intensifkan-operasi-pasar-dan-pasar-murah-jelang-ramadhan https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/074763500-1680596403-830-556.jpg ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-15T10:20:51 Exxon given more time to respond to first two audits Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/15/exxon-given-more-time-to-respond-to-first-two-audits-routledge https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/02/Alistair-1-150x150.jpg GY en ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) has been granted additional time to respond to the first two audits of its Stabroek Block expenses. The first audit, examined US$1.7 billion in expense incurred by the oil company from 1999 to 2017. That audit identified US$214 million as costs that the Government of Guyana should not allow Exxon to charge to the country's cost bank. The second audit covered Exxon's expenses for 2018 to 2020 and totaling US$7.3 billion. Kaieteur News- ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) has been granted additional time to respond to the first two audits of its Stabroek Block expenses. This was revealed by the company's President Alistai...[+4689 chars] 2025-02-15T07:57:13 Canada advances diversity agenda in financial firms as Trump retreats on workplace policies in the US https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/02/15/canada-advances-diversity-agenda-in-financial-firms-as-trump-retreats-on-workplace-policies-in-the-us/166794 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/02/15/thumbs/400x400/261118.jpg MY en Canada will require financial institutions to disclose the number of women and minorities on their boards and in senior management positions. The regulations aim to promote hiring of women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, and the disabled in senior ranks. The move contrasts with a retreat from diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the United States pushed by President Donald Trump. OTTAWA, Feb 15 — Canada said Friday it would compel banks, insurance companies and other financial firms to disclose the number of women and minorities on their boards and in senior management positio...[+2238 chars] 2025-02-15T07:54:12 What are sovereign green bonds? Why is demand for such bonds weak in India? Aggam Walia https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-economics/sovereign-green-bonds-weak-india-9837469 https://images.indianexpress.com/2025/02/GREEN-BOND.jpg IN en Green bonds are debt instruments issued by governments, corporations, and multilateral banks to raise funds for projects that reduce emissions or enhance climate resilience. Since 2022-23, India has issued green bonds eight times and raised almost Rs 53,000 crore. The government uses roughly 50% of the proceeds from the green bonds to fund production of energy efficient three-phase electric locomotives through the Ministry of Railways. The current financial year, the allocation for grid-scale solar projects has been slashed from Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,300 crore. "Like several emerging markets, India also turned to sovereign green bonds to help fund its transition to a low-carbon economy, but investor demand remains weak. While green bonds help governments rais...[+5308 chars]" 2025-02-15T07:34:19 Prabowo: Tidak Ada Lawan Politik, Yang Ada Kawan Seperjuangan! https://news.republika.co.id/berita/srprp7483/prabowo-tidak-ada-lawan-politik-yang-ada-kawan-seperjuangan https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/presiden-ri-prabowo-subianto-berpose-silat-di-base-ops_250212213718-862.jpg ID en "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 14 February 2025, 18:56. Commission VI hopes efficiency does not limit the dividend target of so-called ""so-called"" state-owned enterprises (SOEs)." "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 14 February 2025, 18:56" 2025-02-15T07:00:00 Why East African companies prefer private equity, venture capital fundraising to IPOs Nation Media Group https://www.theeastafrican.co.ke/tea/business-tech/why-east-african-companies-prefer-private-equity-to-ipos-4926748 https://www.theeastafrican.co.ke/resource/image/4926750/landscape_ratio3x2/1200/800/a617d128642b4a21ddb80f9758b405b4/UO/rse.jpg KE en Companies in East Africa raised $10.6 billion in private equity and $5.5 billion in venture capital in the 10 years to 2023. Most of the money was raised through private equity deals. The market for initial public offerings (IPOs) in the region is experiencing problems due to macroeconomic challenges and stringent listing requirements. East African companies snubbed stock markets and raised substantial amounts of fresh capital through private equity and venture capital in the 10 years to 2023, highlighting a gradual shift in prefere...[+5865 chars] 2025-02-15T06:36:12 Media lies about Elon Musk's transparency and government reforms Vijaya Laxmi Tripura https://weeklyblitz.net/2025/02/15/media-lies-about-elon-musks-transparency-and-government-reforms https://weeklyblitz.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Media-lies-about-Elon-Musks-transparency-and-government-reforms-600x337.jpg US en Elon Musk has been working at the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) since January. His work has led to significant reductions in federal expenditures. The media is trying to undermine his efforts at reforming a bloated government bureaucracy that has spent decades squandering taxpayer dollars. Media outlets are not interested in transparency but in obstructing Musk's reforms. The next time some self-righteous reporter in Washington accuses Elon Musk of a 'lack of transparency,' they should first define exactly what they mean by 'transparency.' Then, once they inevitably fa...[+6014 chars] 2025-02-15T06:31:00 British Chamber Partners with Tax Experts to Boost Business Confidence in the Philippines The Manila Times https://ph.headtopics.com/news/british-chamber-partners-with-tax-experts-to-boost-business-65884456 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/15/themanilatimes/british-chamber-partners-with-tax-experts-to-boost-british-chamber-partners-with-tax-experts-to-boost-5903C67D5AF0C75EA0E29E67B4534E41.webp US en The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) and Asian Consulting Group (ACG) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on January 10, 2025 to provide tax education and guidance to British companies operating in the Philippines. ACG is the British Chamber's official tax consultant partner. The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) and Asian Consulting Group (ACG) have signed a memorandum of understanding to provide tax education and guidance to British companies operating in th...[+1403 chars] 2025-02-15T06:03:00 Sebi to tighten standards for listed companies: Buch ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-to-tighten-standards-for-listed-companies-buch/articleshow/118264561.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118264593,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-23204,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Industry Standards Forum (ISF) has approved the new standards for disclosures around related party transactions (RPT) for listed companies. Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch was speaking at the launch of the first dedicated portal to track and analyse related-party transactions. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel Mumbai: The Industry Standards Forum (ISF) has approved the new standards for disclosures around related party tr...[+1476 chars]" 2025-02-15T06:02:00 Startup Mantra: Counting the green numbers https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/pune-news/startup-mantra-counting-the-green-numbers-101739559531216.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/14/1600x900/Rohit-Toshniwal--Akash-Keshav--Hemant-Joshi-and-Ra_1739559527717.jpg IN en Akash Keshav, Rohit Toshniwal, Hemant Joshi and Ravi Singhal are the founders of Sprih, a company that aims to help companies become more sustainable. The company has developed a solution to help them calculate their carbon emissions and manage their water usage and waste. Pune: Sustainability, green tech, carbon dioxide, water, plastic, waste…. all these are just words unless they get translated into action. And while everyone and even the government authorities have b...[+11679 chars] 2025-02-15T05:00:00 Girl Guides Gauteng East to host AGM Print Content https://www.citizen.co.za/brakpan-herald/news-headlines/2025/02/15/girl-guides-gauteng-east-to-host-agm https://www.citizen.co.za/brakpan-herald/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2025/02/Guides1_11502.jpg ZA en Girl Guides South Africa Gauteng East Region will host its 48th AGM in Benoni on February 22. The AGM will provide a platform for reviewing past achievements and outlining future strategies. It also serves as a networking opportunity for members and leaders within the organisation. "Girl Guides South Africa Gauteng East Region will host its 48th AGM in Benoni on February 22. The AGM will provide a platform for reviewing past achievements and outlining future strategies. It also s...[+873 chars]" 2025-02-15T05:00:00 Letter: 'We must make our country more climate resilient' Letter writer https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/24937426.letter-we-must-make-country-climate-resilient https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/resources/images/19092738.jpg?type=og-image GB en Arts University Bournemouth is the 11th university to commit to Fossil Free Careers. Many financial advisers specialise in ethical investments with Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards. The Universities Superannuation Scheme will not invest in any company connected with thermal coal, tobacco or arms. THE COSTS of net zero are indeed huge as Mark Davison points out (letters 13.2.25). The problem is that the costs of inaction are even higher as insurers back away from unsafe projects as climate dete...[+1797 chars] 2025-02-15T04:28:00 Carbon Done Right Announces Upsizing and Extension of Non-Brokered Private Placement https://finance.yahoo.com/news/carbon-done-announces-upsizing-extension-042800164.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/dde19a3767bf58d21d0d9d71c98d341a US en Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. (TSXV: KLX) (FSE: Q1C) is a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits sourced exclusively from afforestation and reforestation projects developed and owned by the Company. The Company will upsize the non-brokered private placement that was previously announced on December 20, 2024 and amended on January 8, 2025 to raise total gross proceeds of approximately $450,000 at a price of $0.015 per share (the 'Offering'). The Company has also been granted an extension on the closing of the Offering. "VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. (""Carbon Done Right"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV: KLX) (FSE: Q1C), a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits so...[+5071 chars]" 2025-02-15T04:25:00 Could Trump Reverse Engineer ESG And Use It For Good Instead Of Evil? Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/political/could-trump-reverse-engineer-esg-and-use-it-good-instead-evil https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-02/AmericaFirst1.jpg?itok=zIocOYRg BG en Cultural Marxism has been spreading like a plague into modern academia for decades. The impetus for this takeover was the launch of ESG programs under the UN and an army of NGOs. ESG was intended to be the tool that globalists and governments would use to force companies into the stakeholder capitalism model. After the Federal Reserve raised interest rates, there was an observable decline in financing for woke programs and propaganda across the board. "Authored by Brandon Smith via Alt-Market.us With the death of the woke movement well underway and most mainstream discussion focused on DEI, it might be prudent to remind people where all the this Cul...[+8972 chars]" 2025-02-15T04:17:00 Costco's Double Down on DEI: A Risky Gamble Fox News https://us.headtopics.com/news/costco-s-double-down-on-dei-a-risky-gamble-65881351 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/15/foxnews/costco-s-double-down-on-dei-a-risky-gamble-costco-s-double-down-on-dei-a-risky-gamble-038B266C8C8EBDC7FF2212934450EE82.webp US en Costco's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) program is deeply ingrained in the company's operations at every level. A recent shareholder proposal aimed to halt Costco's DEI trajectory, urging the company to assess the risks associated with its diversity policies. President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing federal agencies to scrutinize companies suspected of maintaining illegal discriminatory practices. 19 state attorneys general have urged Costco to reevaluate its DEI policies. "Costco's unwavering commitment to DEI policies, despite growing legal and financial risks, is drawing scrutiny from shareholders, legal authorities, and the investment community. Many companies have r...[+4241 chars]" 2025-02-15T03:28:18 Oil and gas PSUs launch energy conservation campaign The Hindu Bureau https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/oil-and-gas-psus-launch-energy-conservation-campaign/article69220951.ece https://www.thehindu.com/theme/images/og-image.png IN en The SAKSHAM campaign aims to raise awareness about fuel conservation and the judicious use of petroleum products to ensure a safer environment and sustainable energy resources for future generations. Over 250 school students and officials from PSUs participated in a walkathon on Friday. A quiz and slogan-writing competition was also held for school students to promote awareness and engagement. Oil and gas Public Sector Undertakings such as Indian Oil Corporation Limited and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited launched a 14-day awareness campaign on green energy and fuel conservation on Fri...[+603 chars] 2025-02-15T03:27:25 Sebi to tighten standards for listed companies: Buch The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/15/Sebi_to_tighten_standards_for_listed_companies_Buch_b https://i.ytimg.com/vi/93ASUImTedo/0.jpg US en Sebi chief wants to throw the entire Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) Regulations into the bin, barring RPT. She would be happy to throw out the entire LODR Regulations, except for RPT, if it's not needed. The Sebi chief said she would be happy to throw the entire Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) Regulations into the bin, barring RPT. 2025-02-15T03:20:19 Canada moves to boost diversity in financial industry with new disclosure rules https://www.firstpost.com/world/canada-moves-to-boost-diversity-in-financial-industry-with-new-disclosure-rules-13863489.html https://images.firstpost.com/uploads/2024/12/Canada-flag-2024-12-9a6539b7cdeffa7cabf90781c0c30e7c-1200x675.jpg?im=FitAndFill=(1200,675) IN en The Canadian regulations aim to promote hiring of women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, and the disabled in senior ranks. The new rules will affect 16 financial institutions. They would require financial institutions to make diversity disclosures annually to investors. Most provincial securities regulators in Canada already require publicly listed companies to disclose gender diversity on their boards. The move contrasts with a retreat from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs – aimed at combatting racism, sexism and other discrimination in the workplace – in the United States pushed by Pr...[+2474 chars] 2025-02-15T03:05:44 Sebi proposes disclosure of financial information in offer documents for REITs, InvITs PTI https://realty.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/sebi-proposes-disclosure-of-financial-information-in-offer-documents-for-reits-invits/118265054 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118265054,imgsize-69630,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etrealty/industry/sebi-proposes-disclosure-of-financial-information-in-offer-documents-for-reits-invits.jpg IN en Sebi proposes changes to the regulations on REITs and InvITs. Regulator seeks public comments on the disclosure of financial information in offer documents and continuous compliance requirements post-listing by March 7 through the online web-based form. It proposes to remove the option of disclosing condensed financial statements in the offer document and continuous basis post listing. "NEW DELHI: Sebi on Friday floated a draft circular proposing REITs , InvITs to disclose financial information in their offer documents inline with public issue and listing norms. The proposed revision...[+1880 chars]" 2025-02-15T02:50:00 Carbon Accounting Software Market to Grow by USD 33.08 Billion from 2025-2029, Driven by Carbon Emission Policies, Report on AI's Impact on Market Trends PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/carbon-accounting-software-market-grow-025000792.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/1bad039c69cfa171c5a6c185660a449a US en The global carbon accounting software market size is estimated to grow by USD 33.08 billion from 2025-2029. The market is growing at a CAGR of 38.5% during the forecast period. Emissions auditing is a key driver, with investors and potential investors seeking sustainability proficiency from companies. McKinsey and Catalyst Zero are leading the decarbonization solution. NEW YORK, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Report on how AI is redefining market landscape - The global carbon accounting software market size is estimated to grow by USD 33.08 billion from 2025-2029, ac...[+11124 chars] 2025-02-15T00:27:51 US judge rejects Republican-led challenge to Biden-era ESG investing rule Nate Raymond https://www.yahoo.com/news/us-judge-rejects-republican-led-002751260.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en "A federal judge in Texas upheld a rule that allows socially conscious investing by employee retirement plans. The rule was adopted by the U.S. Department of Labor in 2022 and allows 401(k) and other plans to consider environmental, social, and corporate governance factors as a ""tiebreaker"" between two or more financially equal investment options. 26 Republican-led states, oil drilling company Liberty Energy and an oil and gas trade group argued that the rule was inconsistent with federal law." "By Nate Raymond (Reuters) - A federal judge in Texas on Friday upheld a rule adopted during Democratic former President Joe Biden's tenure that allows socially conscious investing by employee retireme...[+2335 chars]" 2025-02-15T00:00:00 XRP ETF Approval Odds Surge to 81% on Polymarket Amid SEC Filings Brave New Coin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/15/XRP_ETF_Approval_Odds_Surge_to_81_on_Polymarket_Amid_SEC_Fil_f https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Grayscale and 21Shares applied for XRP ETFs. The SEC acknowledged their applications. The approval of the S-1 has to be approved 8-12 months before the application can go through the SEC's approval system. There is growing institutional interest in XRP-based investment products. This increase follows the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) acknowledgment of multiple XRP ETF applications, including those from Grayscale and 21Shares. The heightened probability refle...[+255 chars] 2025-02-15T00:00:00 Media lies about Elon Musk's transparency and government reforms Blitz https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/15/media_lies_about_elon_musk_8217s_transparency_and_government https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The next time some self-righteous reporter in Washington accuses Elon Musk of a 'lack of transparency', they should define exactly what they mean by 'transparency' and provide a substantive answer. If they fail to do so, they should be dismissed for engaging in bad-faith journalism. The next time some self-righteous reporter in Washington accuses Elon Musk of a 'lack of transparency,' they should first define exactly what they mean by 'transparency.' Then, once they inevitably fa...[+230 chars] 2025-02-15T00:00:00 TDG Gold Closes Final Tranche Of Non-brokered Private Placement For Aggregate Proceeds Of C$15.5 Million ... ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/15/TDG_Gold_Closes_Final_Tranche_Of_Nonbrokered_Private_Placeme https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en TDG Gold Corp. has closed the financing and updated the Mineral Resource Estimate for Shasta & Tailings, Toodoggone. The Company is a subsidiary of TDG Gold Corporation (TSXV:TDG). The information is not for distribution in the United States. "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES WHITE ROCK, BC / ACCESS Newswire / February 14, 2025 / TDG Gold Corp (TSXV:TDG) (the ""Company"" or ""TDG...[+194 chars]" 2025-02-15T00:00:00 dynaCERT Announces $5,000,000 Non-Brokered Listed Issuer Financing Equity Offering Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/15/dynaCERT_Announces_5000000_NonBrokered_Listed_Issuer_Financi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "dynaCERT Inc. (TSX: DYA, OTC: DYFSF, FRA: DMJ) is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement of shares. $DMJ is the abbreviation for ""carbon emissions""." "TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $DMJ #carbonemissions--dynaCERT Inc. (TSX: DYA) (OTC: DYFSF) (FRA: DMJ) (""dynaCERT"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce a non-brokered private" 2025-02-14T23:53:03 Constituent Update - February 14, 2025 (Food Safety and Inspection Service) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/Constituent_Update_February_14_2025_Food_Safety_and_Inspecti https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2Y43c0AlHb0/0.jpg US en "FSIS Extends Deadlines for Retained Water Protocols. Constituent Update is on February 14, 2025. FSIS responded to comments on the guideline on January 17, 2025 and announced the availability of its ""Meeting Tomorrow's Challenges Today"" document." ) Constituent UpdateFriday, February 14 2025Constituent Update - February 14, 2025FSIS Extends Deadlines for Retained Water ProtocolsOn January 17, 2025, FSIS responded to comments on the guideline an...[+76 chars] 2025-02-14T23:15:41 Here's Why We Think SRG Global (ASX:SRG) Might Deserve Your Attention Today Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-think-srg-global-231541809.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/9387484536d295ac2492be4d631ec660 US en SRG Global (ASX:SRG) has grown its earnings per share by 28% per year over the last three years. The company has a stable EBIT margin of 32%, while growing revenue 32% to AU$1.1b. The management and board of the company hold a significant stake in the company, with one party adding to this total. The non-Executive Independent Director Kerry Wilson bought AU$70k worth of shares at an average price of AU$0.79. Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks' without any revenue, let alone profit. Sometimes these stories can cloud the minds ...[+4400 chars] 2025-02-14T22:43:55 JPMorgan expects criticism over its DEI policy Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/jpmorgan-expects-criticism-over-dei-224355152.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/b1667e7f97c420f4a47e4b13eb92d57f US en JPMorgan Chase expects to be criticized on some of its business practices, including diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), according to its regulatory filing on Friday. Big corporations have been facing increasing pressure from conservative groups to cut back on DEI policies aimed at boosting racial and ethnic representation at workplaces. "(Reuters) - JPMorgan Chase expects to face criticism on some of its business practices, including diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), according to its regulatory filing on Friday. The largest U.S. ...[+999 chars]" 2025-02-14T22:05:00 OUTCROP SILVER ANNOUNCES THE ELECTION OF ITS DIRECTORS Outcrop Silver https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/outcrop-silver-announces-the-election-of-its-directors-808789858.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2620755/Outcrop_Silver___Gold_Corporation_OUTCROP_SILVER_ANNOUNCES_THE_E.jpg?p=twitter CA en Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation (TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) announces the election of directors at the Annual General and Special Meeting of Shareholders. The five nominees proposed by management were elected as directors. Ian Harris, CEO, Jay Sujir, Kevin Nishi, Joseph Hebert and Ana Milena Vásquez were elected. Ian Slater did not stand for re-election and is no longer a director, effective today. "VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 14, 2025 /CNW/ - Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation (TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) (""Outcrop Silver"") announces the election of directors at the Annual General and Special Mee...[+3810 chars]" 2025-02-14T21:42:27 Enbridge CEO says revisiting Northern Gateway would require 'real changes' from governments Meghan Potkins https://calgarysun.com/commodities/energy/oil-gas/enbridge-ceo-revisiting-northern-gateway-require-real-changes-governments/wcm/e3409204-1e66-4585-a376-0c054d57b50d https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/calgaryherald/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/no0214ebel.jpg CA en Canada would have to designate major pipeline projects as legally required before companies will consider investing again, says Enbridge Inc. chief executive officer Greg Ebel. Enbridge's cancelled Northern Gateway project would have transported crude from Alberta to a marine terminal on British Columbia's northern coast. Bill C-69, dubbed the 'no-more-pipelines act', changed how the federal government reviews major projects. "Canada would have to designate major pipeline projects as legally required before companies will consider investing again, says Greg Ebel Canada would have to designate major pipeline projects such as...[+1153 chars]" 2025-02-14T21:35:55 Britain's Engineering Giant Wood Group Forecasts Negative Cash Flow Robert Olsen https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertolsen-1/2025/02/14/britains-engineering-giant-wood-group-forecasts-negative-cash-flow https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67afb27a488f9ed93cb66e31/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en John Wood Group saw its shares plunge 55% in London on Friday. The company's cash flow would be negative this year, having stated previously that it would be positive. A review of its operations by Deloitte's consultants found material weaknesses and failures in its governance. The Aberdeen-based firm operates in 60 countries and has about 35,000 employees. It has been struggling in recent years and two takeover deals were eventually abandoned. It acquired Amec Foster Wheeler for £2.2 billion in 2017. "Wood Group CEO Ken Gilmartin said he was disappointed in the firm's financial performance. John Wood Group saw its shares plunge 55% in London on Friday, after issuing a trading update that revealed t...[+2639 chars]" 2025-02-14T21:33:48 Luokung Announces Receipt of Nasdaq Delisting Notice Subject to Hearing Luokung Technology Corp. https://www.enidnews.com/region/luokung-announces-receipt-of-nasdaq-delisting-notice-subject-to-hearing/article_43e73333-1ba0-5c8b-b3c5-94745f94a427.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Luokung Technology Corp. (NASDAQ: LKCO) received a letter from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC on February 11, 2025. Nasdaq has denied the Company's request for continued listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market. The Company has 45 calendar days to submit a plan to regain compliance. If the plan is accepted, Nasdaq can grant an extension of up to 180 calendar days from October 23, 2024, or April 21, 2025 to evidence compliance. BEIJING, Feb. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Luokung Technology Corp. (NASDAQ: LKCO) ('Luokung' or the 'Company') today announced that on February 11, 2025, it has received a letter (the 'Letter') from ...[+3823 chars] 2025-02-14T21:32:45 Luokung Announces Receipt of Nasdaq Delisting Notice Subject to Hearing Luokung Technology Corp. https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/luokung-announces-receipt-of-nasdaq-delisting-notice-subject-to-hearing/article_cadd8e69-fbda-5fe6-bcb4-d1027a2d0785.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Luokung Technology Corp. (NASDAQ: LKCO) received a letter from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC on February 11, 2025. The Company is not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b), and the Company did not provide a definitive plan evidencing its ability to achieve near term compliance with the continued listing requirements. Nasdaq has determined to deny the Company's request for continued listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market. Luokung has 45 calendar days to submit a plan to regain compliance. BEIJING, Feb. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Luokung Technology Corp. (NASDAQ: LKCO) ('Luokung' or the 'Company') today announced that on February 11, 2025, it has received a letter (the 'Letter') from ...[+1503 chars] 2025-02-14T20:49:51 Nxg cushing midstream energy fund sees $170,984 in stock sales https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/nxg-cushing-midstream-energy-fund-sees-170-984-in-stock-sales/ar-AA1z4XrT US en Jerry V. Swank sold 3,656 common shares of NXG Cushing Midstream Energy Fund (NYSE:SRV) on February 11, 2025 at a price of $46.7683 per share. Following this transaction, Swank holds 6,529 shares of the fund. The fund has demonstrated strong performance with a 53.63% return over the past year and offers an attractive 11.49% dividend yield. Jerry V. Swank, associated with NXG Cushing Midstream Energy Fund (NYSE:SRV), a $139.47 million market cap fund currently trading at $47.72, recently sold 3,656 common shares in the open market. The t...[+1941 chars] 2025-02-14T20:40:00 Canada to Compel Banks, Insurers to Disclose Diversity Membership for Boards Paul Vieira https://www.wsj.com/finance/regulation/canada-to-compel-banks-insurers-to-disclose-diversity-membership-for-boards-20655e40 https://images.wsj.net/im-20148183/social US en Canada will require financial institutions to disclose minority representation on their boards of directors and within their senior management ranks. U.S. companies are retreating from diversity, equity and inclusion programs, or DEI, amid a push by President Trump to terminate such initiatives within the public sector. "OTTAWA–Canada said it would compel banks, insurers and other financial institutions to disclose minority representation on their boards of directors and within their senior management ranks. The decis...[+327 chars]" 2025-02-14T20:31:04 Is Sustainability Unsustainable? https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/brandon-buhler-esther-toth-podcasts-48e863f5971a9b061011f1aea6699d99 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en This episode of ESG Talk is a crossover with the accounting and finance podcast Off The Books. Steve and Catherine ask Brandon Buhler, Chief Accounting Officer for Playa Hotels and Resorts and Esther Toth, Senior Industry Principal at Workiva about the future of sustainability. This episode of ESG Talk is a special crossover with the accounting and finance podcast, Off The Books! The momentum behind sustainability is changing around the world. How are companies adjusting the...[+318 chars] 2025-02-14T20:17:58 If EPS Growth Is Important To You, GQG Partners (ASX:GQG) Presents An Opportunity Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/eps-growth-important-gqg-partners-201758212.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4470f143ba4f4c0e99553a639759c619 US en GQG Partners has experienced a 53% growth in its earnings per share over the last three years. Its revenue has grown by 47% to US$760m. In the last year, one insider bought AU$503k worth of shares at AU$2.28 per share. The company insiders own 74% of the company, which is worth US$5.3b. For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to investors, even if it currently lacks a track record of revenue and profit. Sometimes...[+4535 chars] 2025-02-14T20:02:00 Matthews International Announces Significant Governance Enhancements Globe Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/matthews-international-announces-significant-governance-enhancements/article_dfb859d8-216f-5bf4-a5da-90f754e0ed9f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Announces Transition of Board Chair and Future Appointment of Independent Director with Significant Battery and EV Technology Experience. New Director to be appointed in the near-term. Commits to Declassification of the Board and Other Governance Changes. Â   "Announces Transition of Board Chair and Future Appointment of Independent Director with Significant Battery and EV Technology Experience; New Director to be Appointed in the Near-Term Commits to Decla...[+53 chars]" 2025-02-14T19:32:59 Irish CEOs remain prepared to innovate and adapt for the future https://www.businesspost.ie/commercial-reports/irish-ceos-remain-prepared-to-innovate-and-adapt-for-the-future https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=4c7afb84-0d61-5373-b94a-cff6904587a6&type=preview&function=original IE en According to PwC's 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, 74% of Irish CEOs believe the economy will improve in the next 12 months. 90% plan to integrate AI into their operations within the next 3 years. 88% are worried about geopolitical conflicts and 93% about macroeconomic instability. 45% of CEOs plan to increase their workforce in the coming year. "This is the key takeaway from PwC's 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, which gathered insights from 82 Irish chief executives and 4,701 CEOs globally. The report, titled '2025 CEO Survey: Reinvention on t...[+4397 chars]" 2025-02-14T19:08:00 GSA drops sustainability reporting rules for new federal leases Ben Peters https://www.bizjournals.com/washington/news/2025/02/14/gsa-sustainability-requirements-reporting-leases.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12468572/gsa-hq*1200xx4032-2268-0-378.jpg US en The General Services Administration is seeking to remove from pending federal leases a number of sustainability reporting requirements. It's a reversal from the Biden administration's emphasis on promoting environmental consciousness in federal real estate. The GSA oversees 149.39 million square feet of leased property nationwide. Its portfolio in the National Capital Region comprises 44 million square ft of leased space. The General Services Administration is seeking to remove from pending federal leases a number of sustainability reporting requirements, a reversal from the Biden administration's emphasis on promoting...[+3283 chars] 2025-02-14T19:01:09 GM removes DEI language from annual report Jackie Charniga https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2025/02/14/gm-dei-language-diversity-equity-inclusion-annual-report/78606117007 https://www.freep.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2024/12/04/PDTF/76764016007-img-11082023-rencen-6-1-1-1-si-14-qkf-3-m-l-2092809111.JPG?crop=2399,1350,x0,y249&width=2399&height=1350&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en GM has removed 'diversity, equity and inclusion' from its annual investor report. Many public corporations have distanced themselves from the phrase. Ford Motor Co. removed similar language from its reports and said it won't take part in the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index and 'best places to work' surveys. "General Motors removed 'diversity, equity and inclusion' from its annual investor report, a decision that comes as many public corporations have distanced themselves from the phrase. GM, alongside man...[+4677 chars]" 2025-02-14T19:00:46 Indonesia to impose emission limits on cement, fertilizer, steel, paper manufacturers Xinhua https://english.news.cn/20250214/b4fc80115d884ef483481bc9d5c3f4b0/c.html CN en Indonesian Ministry of Industry will set a maximum limit on emissions for companies producing cement, fertilizers, steel, and paper. They will be encouraged to participate in carbon emissions trading. Companies emitting below the limit could receive financial compensation by selling their reduced carbon emissions. Exceeding the limit would be required to pay for their excess emissions by purchasing carbon credits from companies that emit below limit. JAKARTA, Feb. 14 (Xinhua) -- The Indonesian Ministry of Industry will set a maximum limit on emissions for companies manufacturing cement, fertilizers, steel, and paper, while encouraging them to part...[+842 chars] 2025-02-14T18:22:59 Venture Global, Inc. Announces Timing of Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/venture-global-inc-announces-timing-of-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-earnings-release-and-conference-call https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250214771737r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Venture Global, Inc. plans to issue its earnings release with respect to fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results before market open on March 6, 2025. It will host a conference call for investors and analysts to discuss the results and provide guidance for the 2025 fiscal year. A listen-only webcast of the call and accompanying slide presentation will be available at Venture Global's Investor Relations website HERE. "Article content ARLINGTON, Va. — Venture Global, Inc. ('Venture Global') (NYSE: VG) announced today that it plans to issue its earnings release with respect to fourth quarter and full year 2024 financ...[+521 chars]" 2025-02-14T18:15:16 Council Post: 20 Best Practices For Financial Firms To Integrate Sustainability And Build A Greener Future Expert Panel® https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesfinancecouncil/2025/02/14/20-best-practices-for-financial-firms-to-integrate-sustainability-and-build-a-greener-future https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67af5eca0150a756d7ce06a1/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en 20 Forbes Finance Council members share their best practices for financial firms to integrate environmental sustainability across their businesses. Financial firms play a crucial role in environmental sustainability by integrating responsible practices into their operations and investment strategies. For example, they can focus on green buildings, green financing and sustainable supply chains. They can also create a climate task force. "getty Financial firms play a crucial role in environmental sustainability by integrating responsible practices into their operations and investment strategies. This approach doesn't just contribute to...[+8869 chars]" 2025-02-14T17:58:36 JPMorgan Chase (JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon May Cancel Some DEI Spending Tip Ranks https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/jpmorgan-chase-jpm-ceo-jamie-dimon-may-cancel-some-dei-spending-1034364064 https://blog.tipranks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-620-1024x763.png?utm_source=markets.businessinsider.com&utm_medium=referral US en JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is skeptical about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. JPMorgan launched a training program called 'You Belong Here: Building a More Inclusive JPMC' and pledged to strengthen its approach to DEI priorities. Wall Street analysts have a Moderate Buy consensus rating on JPMorgan stock based on 12 Buys, seven Holds, and zero Sells assigned in the past three months. After a 58% rally in its share price over the past year, the average price target of $275.60 per share implies that shares are near fair value. JPMorgan Chase (JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon recently made comments about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives that indicate that he is not fully sold on the idea. According to a report by Bloom...[+1569 chars] 2025-02-14T17:40:23 Macron's U-turn against EU green rules triggers internal revolt Giorgio Leali https://www.eenews.net/articles/macrons-u-turn-against-eu-green-rules-triggers-internal-revolt https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/2a/74/df88da494734916bc3df42b41537/https-delivery-gettyimages.com/downloads/2198363307 US en Emmanuel Macron's new crusade against European green rules is causing outrage among his allies. They complain that France has betrayed its reputation as one of Europe's loudest green champions and that yielding to anti-green pressure from business groups will not serve France's or the EU's interests in the long run. "PARIS — Emmanuel Macron's new crusade against European green rules is causing outrage even among his allies. Heavyweights from the French president's camp are speaking out against Paris' push to water...[+782 chars]" 2025-02-14T17:12:38 Global Briefing: Australian firms call for clear fossil fuel phase out target https://www.businessgreen.com/news-analysis/4409720/global-briefing-australian-firms-fossil-fuel-phase-target https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/832ce99/81dcc2fe-50ff-471e-a648-f04ebd7c7097/3/iStock-93457375-370x229.jpg GB en "A coalition of business and community leaders have penned an open letter to the Australian government. They want to replace net zero targets with ""real zero"" goals that set clear deadlines for ending the current one.   iStock photo of aluminium mining port, Australia. " "Image: Aluminium mining port, Australia | Credit: iStock A coalition of top business and community leaders have penned an open letter to the Australian government urging it to replace net zero targets...[+62 chars]" 2025-02-14T17:01:08 APQ Global seeks shareholder nod for new share issue https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/apq-global-seeks-shareholder-nod-for-new-share-issue/ar-AA1z4fy5 US en APQ Global Limited, an investment company, has announced the publication of a circular and notice for an upcoming Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) to seek shareholder approval for the issuance of new ordinary shares. The EGM is scheduled to take place on March 6, 2025, at the company's registered office in St Peter Port, Guernsey. If the shareholders approve the proposals at the EGM, APQ Global will have the authority to issue new shares bypassing the pre-emption rights. GUERNSEY - APQ Global Limited, an investment company, has announced the publication of a circular and notice for an upcoming Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) to seek shareholder approval for the is...[+1774 chars] 2025-02-14T16:36:27 Hujan dan Banjir Masih Berlangsung, Warga Jateng Diimbau Waspadai Penyakit Leptospirosis https://rejogja.republika.co.id/berita/srom4r282/hujan-dan-banjir-masih-berlangsung-warga-jateng-diimbau-waspadai-penyakit-leptospirosis https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/018564200-1738831948-830-556.jpg ID en Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 5 jam yang lalu, as per Commission VI's report. Â. Â ÂÂÂ ilya yalu yalu "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 5 jam yang lalu" 2025-02-14T16:24:06 Sebi Proposes Disclosure of Financial Information in Offer Documents for REITs, InvITs PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-proposes-disclosure-of-financial-information-in-offer-documents-for-reits-invits-6643892.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-01-781x441.jpg IN en Sebi proposes REITs and InvITs to disclose financial information in their offer documents in line with public issue and listing norms. Regulator also proposes quarterly submission of statements on deviations in the use of proceeds of issue from debt security. The draft circular also mandates the disclosure of the net borrowings ratio in financial results and certain financial ratios for REIT/InvIT with any outstanding borrowings. "New Delhi, Feb 14 (PTI) Sebi on Friday floated a draft circular proposing REITs, InvITs to disclose financial information in their offer documents inline with public issue and listing norms. The propo...[+2335 chars]" 2025-02-14T16:21:00 ESS CEO Eric Dresselhuys resigns https://www.bizjournals.com/portland/news/2025/02/14/dresselhuys-out-as-ess-ceo.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12120566/nyse-bell-podium-gwh-ob-photo-20211011-press-1*1200xx7189-4044-0-375.jpg US en "Eric Dresselhuys is out as CEO at ESS, the struggling Wilsonville-based grid-scale battery company he helped take public in 2021. Kelly Goodman, ESS's legal vice president, was named interim CEO and will be supported by its CFO and top engineering executive. ESS has been trying to grab a share of a fast-growing grid energy storage market. Its novel ""flow battery"" stores energy in an iron-based liquid electrolyte." "THE REMAINDER OF THIS ARTICLE IS FOR PREMIUM MEMBERS The move comes two months after ESS, after another weak quarterly earnings report, gave formal notice that its ability to sustain operations over t...[+2735 chars]" 2025-02-14T16:06:25 iShares updates index strategy to curb turnover, manage risks https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/savingandinvesting/ishares-updates-index-strategy-to-curb-turnover-manage-risks/ar-AA1z40gw US en iShares V plc announced upcoming changes to its benchmark index, the MSCI World Industrials ESG Reduced Carbon Select 20 35 Capped Index. The changes are scheduled to take effect on February 28, 2025. The Company will release a new version of its prospectus around the same date to reflect the updated index strategy. "LONDON - iShares V plc, the entity behind the iShares MSCI World Industrials Sector ESG UCITS ETF (the ""Fund""), has announced upcoming changes to its benchmark index, the MSCI World Industrials ESG Re...[+1672 chars]" 2025-02-14T16:04:54 New number plates for zero emission vehicles https://www.gbc.gi/news/new-number-plates-zero-emission-vehicles https://www.gbc.gi/uploads/news/1mjGs_GBC_GREEN_PLATE.jpg GI en Zero emission vehicles registered after the first of March will have to display a green stripe on the left-hand side of the number plate. Vehicles registered before the 1st of March can change their number plates voluntarily. . i for the introduction of this law. "Zero emission vehicles registered after the first of March will have to display a green marked number plate. Regulations to legislate for its introduction have been published. This would be a green st...[+139 chars]" 2025-02-14T15:59:21 iShares updates benchmark index for ESG consumer staples ETF https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/ishares-updates-benchmark-index-for-esg-consumer-staples-etf/ar-AA1z447Y US en iShares V plc announced upcoming changes to the benchmark index of its iShares MSCI World Consumer Staples Sector ESG UCITS ETF (ISIN: IE00BJ5JP329). The changes are scheduled to take effect on February 28, 2025. A new version of the Company's prospectus will be published around the same date. NEW YORK - iShares V plc, the investment company, has announced upcoming changes to the benchmark index of its iShares MSCI World Consumer Staples Sector ESG UCITS ETF (ISIN: IE00BJ5JP329). The adjust...[+1562 chars] 2025-02-14T15:55:00 Water retailer Business Stream retains global gold sustainability award A reporter https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2025/02/water-retailer-business-stream-retains-global-gold-sustainability-award https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Business-Stream-HQ.jpg GB en Business Stream increased its score from 74/100 last year to 80/100 (awarded in January 2025). This included achieving a score of 86/100 in the environment category. Business Stream recently became the first water retailer to join the UN Global Compact. It will meet annual reporting requirements to demonstrate how it's supporting the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. "One of the UK's largest water retailers has increased its score from the world's largest sustainability assessors, placing the company in the 98th percentile of companies assessed globally. Edinburgh-...[+1857 chars]" 2025-02-14T15:49:08 Why are diversity, equity and inclusion policies in the news? The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/Why_are_diversity_equity_and_inclusion_policies_in_the_news_f https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en Last month Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders. Google, Amazon and Walmart have scaled back DEI after Trump's push within government. Co-op: Ditching diversity policies risks undoing decades of progress and undoing progress made by previous administrations. Many large US corporates including Google, Amazon and Walmart have scaled back DEI after Trump push within governmentCo-op: ditching diversity policies 'risks undoing decades of progress'Last month Do...[+37 chars] 2025-02-14T15:44:12 UGI stock touches 52-week high at $32.64 amid robust gains https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/ugi-stock-touches-52-week-high-at-32-64-amid-robust-gains/ar-AA1z46hV US en UGI Corporation's stock has reached a new 52-week high, trading at $32.64. The energy distribution company has seen its stock value surge by 45% over the past year and 41% in the last six months. Jefferies raised the price target for UGI to $35.00 and Mizuho Securities increased its price target to $33.00. UGI (NYSE:UGI) Corporation's stock has reached a new 52-week high, trading at $32.64, as investors respond positively to the company's performance and market positioning. Trading at an attractive P/E ...[+2497 chars] 2025-02-14T15:30:00 What European B-School Deans Think Of Trump's Attacks On ESG & DEI Kristy Bleizeffer https://www.yahoo.com/news/european-b-school-deans-think-153000676.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/poets_quants_171/c6a5d73e406cb87fddb8ac8eadf7a841 US en Donald Trump has increased attacks on issues related to sustainability, diversity, equity and inclusion, and environmentalism. European business schools are not budging on their commitment to these issues. Some deans are worried that the U.S. backlash could have global repercussions. "Even as U.S. President Donald Trump increases attacks on issues surrounding DEI, ESG, and sustainability, European B-schools are doubling down on their commitments. File photo When it comes to corners...[+13071 chars]" 2025-02-14T15:30:00 Plan to reduce climate risk reporting criticised Hamish MacLean https://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/plan-reduce-climate-risk-reporting-criticised https://www.odt.co.nz/sites/default/files/styles/odt_story_opengraph_1200w/public/story/2025/02/prof_sara_walton.jpg?itok=pEuYO6dH NZ en "Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment is consulting on changes to New Zealand's climate-related disclosures regime. Prof Sara Walton, of the Otago Business School, said transparency and accountability in climate risk disclosures was now ""more critical than ever"". New Zealand was among the first countries in the world to introduce legislation requiring companies to report their climate impact." "A government proposal to reduce the number of New Zealand companies required to make climate-related disclosures is a ""backward step"", an Otago researcher says. Prof Sara Walton, of the Otago Business...[+3713 chars]" 2025-02-14T15:22:48 Green marked number plates for zero emission vehicles https://www.chronicle.gi/green-marked-number-plates-for-zero-emission-vehicles https://s3.amazonaws.com/gibraltar-chronicle-images/2023/03/Gibraltar-The-Rock-Views-16-600x315.jpg GI en The Ministry of Transport has announced the introduction of regulations to legislate for a green distinguishing sign on the number plates of zero emission vehicles registered in Gibraltar from March 1, 2025. Zero emission vehicles that were registered before that date can voluntarily change their number plate to display the green stripe. "The Ministry of Transport has announced the introduction of regulations to legislate for the introduction of a green distinguishing sign on the number plates of zero emission vehicles. As from March 1...[+296 chars]" 2025-02-14T15:06:38 Can Switzerland steer a safe course to AI innovation? Matthew Allen https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/science/can-switzerland-plot-a-safe-course-for-ai-innovation/88877296 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/02/robot.jpg?ver=c3f92ce7&fit=1200,800 CH en Switzerland has committed to a broad set of principles for AI regulation. It is not yet opting for stricter regulations like those the European Union put into place last year. Civil society groups are concerned about privacy, sustainability and corporate power. The EU AI Act identifies different levels of risks that could pose a threat across a wide spectrum of societal activities, such as healthcare, education, the workplace or social media. When not covering fintech, cryptocurrencies, blockchain, banks and trade, swissinfo.ch's business correspondent can be found playing cricket on various grounds in Switzerland - including the frozen la...[+6571 chars] 2025-02-14T14:45:43 18 Indonesian Companies Listed in TIME Magazine's Best Asia-Pacific Companies of 2025 Han Revanda https://en.tempo.co/read/1975576/18-indonesian-companies-listed-in-time-magazines-best-asia-pacific-companies-of-2025 https://statik.tempo.co/data/2025/02/14/id_1377384/1377384_720.jpg?rand=7 ID en TIME Magazine has released a list of the top 500 companies in Asia-Pacific. Pertamina is ranked 32nd with a score of 93.00. Astra International, Bank Mandiri, Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI), Adaro Energy, Bukalapak, Wijaya Karya, and Bank Central Asia (BCA) are ranked in the top 200. TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - TIME Magazine recently released a list of the top 500 companies in Asia-Pacific. In collaboration with Statista, the American weekly listed 18 Indonesian companies in this prestigi...[+2671 chars] 2025-02-14T14:34:08 DDC Enterprise Regains NYSE Listing Compliance Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/ddc-enterprise-regains-nyse-listing-compliance/article_64f324aa-9ffa-5f38-9cca-3da8a50a0702.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en DDC Enterprise, Ltd. has resolved the continued listing deficiency with respect to Section 1003(a)(i) referenced in a NYSE letter dated April 23, 2024. DDC is a leading multi-brand Asian consumer food company. Javascript is required for you to read premium content. "NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 14, 2025-- DDC Enterprise, Ltd. (NYSEAM: DDC), ('DayDayCook,' 'DDC,' or the 'Company'), a leading multi-brand Asian consumer food company, today announced that it has re...[+4359 chars]" 2025-02-14T14:15:00 BluSky Carbon Announces Amendment to Terms of Debenture Financing Blu Sky Carbon Inc. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/blusky-carbon-announces-amendment-terms-141500000.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/4bf062e4fb6c408c8e64bb342c8e9718 US en BluSky Carbon Inc. (CSE:BSKY) announces amendments to the terms of its previously announced non-brokered private placement of unsecured convertible debentures. Under the amended terms, the Company will issue convertible debenture units (Convertible Debenture Units) for gross proceeds of up to $1,000,000. The Debentures will mature 18 months after the closing and bear interest at a rate of 12.0%. "OLD SAYBROOK, CT / / February 14, 2025 / BluSky Carbon Inc. (CSE:BSKY) (""BluSky"" or the ""Company""), an innovative entry into the carbon removal clean technology sector, announces amendments to the ter...[+4484 chars]" 2025-02-14T14:08:03 Belum Tetapkan Tersangka Kasus Pagar Laut Tangerang, Ini Update dari Bareskrim https://news.republika.co.id/berita/srof9f409/belum-tetapkan-tersangka-kasus-pagar-laut-tangerang-ini-update-dari-bareskrim https://static.republika.co.id/uploads/images/headline_slide/direktur-tindak-pidana-umum-dirtipidum-bareskrim-polri-brigjen-pol_240708212104-759.png ID en Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs- 2 jam yang lalu (2 JAM YANG LALA). Â. Â ÂÂÂ ń. "Commission VI Hopes Efficiency Does Not Constrain Dividend Target of SOEs - 2 jam yang lalu" 2025-02-14T14:00:19 Capstone Green Energy Files Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/capstone-green-energy-files-third-quarter-fiscal-2025-financial-results/article_74a21b37-fa39-5350-8bcb-f65c22b04efd.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Capstone Green Energy Holdings, Inc. announced its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024 (the third quarter of fiscal year 2025). The Company continues to focus on driving its Three Pillar strategy: financial health, sustainable excellence and re-imagining culture and talent. "Capstone Green Energy Holdings, Inc. (the ""Company' or 'Capstone') (PINK: CGEH), the public successor to Capstone Green Energy Corporation, announced its financial results for the quarter ended Decemb...[+316 chars]" 2025-02-14T13:55:00 Here's why US companies like Disney, Pepsi and GM are silently axing their DEI efforts: Report HT News Desk https://www.hindustantimes.com/business/heres-why-us-companies-like-disney-pepsi-and-gm-are-silently-axing-their-dei-efforts-report-101739526097641.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/14/1600x900/APTOPIX-Trump-Modi-1_1739528208544_1739528244904.jpg IN en "Some companies in the US are not making public announcements about their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. This is because 'DEI' is a politically loaded term and is not seen favourably by the newly elected US President Donald Trump. Google, Walmart, Meta and others have made public announcements of rolling back their DEI efforts. General Motors cut out the DEI section of its annual report, despite having claimed to be ""the most inclusive company in the world""" "Several companies in the US are silently burying their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts, often not making any public announcements about it, Business Insider reported. This is because th...[+3160 chars]" 2025-02-14T13:30:00 Today's Leadership Won't Save The Planet Sarah Horn https://www.forbes.com/sites/esmtberlin/2025/02/14/todays-leadership-wont-save-the-planet--or-your-business https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a5eda3b8497c656b24ec55/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Sarah Horn and Joanna Radeke, ESMT Berlin, have developed a training for dedicated ESG professionals to upskill and navigate regulations, assess ESG impacts, and implement sustainability solutions. They believe that sustainability and inclusion are essential pillars of long-term business success. "By Sarah Horn and Joanna Radeke, ESMT Berlin For nearly two decades, Tom thrived as a leader in a multinational corporation. An engineer at heart, he drove breakthrough innovations, solved complex cha...[+5712 chars]" 2025-02-14T13:07:47 RAFARM: More than 1.5 million euros invested in sustainable development https://www.naftemporiki.gr/english/1913986/rafarm-more-than-1-5-million-euros-invested-in-sustainable-development https://www.naftemporiki.gr/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/1732012.jpeg GR en RAFARM invested 1.5 million euros for environmental protection. Women occupy 51% of management positions, while it hired 170 employees in 2023. RAFARM donates over 10,000 pharmaceuticals to charitable organizations every year and allocates 20% of its R&D resources to new medicines. Investments for environmental protection exceeded 1.5 million euros and concerned the energy upgrade of buildings, the installation of photovoltaics, the reduction of pollutant emissions (scope 1 & 2)...[+1186 chars] 2025-02-14T13:00:05 Endeavor Announces Q1 2025 Cash Dividend Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/endeavor-announces-q1-2025-cash-dividend/article_7a9c43e8-073c-53f1-943d-0dc13f11b515.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share. The dividend will be paid on March 14, 2025 to Class A common stockholders of record as of February 28, 2025. Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company. "BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 14, 2025-- Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR) ('Endeavor' or the 'Company'), a global sports and entertainment company, today announced that it has d...[+352 chars]" 2025-02-14T13:00:00 TGT INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz and Grossman, LLC Announces that Target Corporation Stockholders with Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit! PRESS RELEASE ACCESS NEWSWIRE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/tgt-investor-alert-bronstein-gewirtz-and-grossman-llc-announces-that-target-corporation-stockholders-with-losses-have-opportunity-to-lead-class-action-lawsuit-1034362057 https://app.accessnewswire.com/imagelibrary/e048dfe1-8431-459f-92cc-4eb19549bd52/978668/image.png US en Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) and certain of its officers. The lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws between August 26, 2022 and November 19, 2024. The Complaint alleges that the Defendants misled investors by making false and misleading statements about Target's Environmental, Social and Governance and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion mandates. NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 14, 2025 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Ta...[+2732 chars] 2025-02-14T12:56:41 Notice to Shareholders (EcoCash Holdings Zimbabwe Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/Notice_to_Shareholders_EcoCash_Holdings_Zimbabwe_Ltd https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/[] US en EcoCash Holdings Zimbabwe was incorporated in Zimbabwe on 29 March 2012 under Company Registration Number 2487/2012. The company has a ZSE Alpha Code: EHZL, ISIN ZW0009012437 and a market capitalization of $1.2 billion. )(Incorporated in Zimbabwe on 29 March 2012 under Company Registration Number 2487/2012)ZSE Alpha Code: EHZL.zw ISIN ZW0009012437ANNOUNCEMENT TOECOCASH HOLDINGS ZIMBABWE SHAREHOLDERS We wish to advise...[+33 chars] 2025-02-14T12:38:06 NorthStandard eases FuelEU compliance with BetterSea platform offer g Captain https://gcaptain.com/northstandard-eases-fueleu-compliance-with-bettersea-platform-offer https://gcaptain.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JPEG-image-1.jpeg US en NorthStandard has announced an exclusive collaboration with leading maritime digital decarbonisation experts BetterSea. The new partnership will allow NorthStandard members heavily discounted access to the BetterSea FuelEU Maritime Compliance service, including its in-house digital support resources. New reporting requirements for shipping companies began on January 1 2025. Non-compliant vessels face penalties. NorthStandard has announced an exclusive collaboration with leading maritime digital decarbonisation experts BetterSea. The new partnership will allow NorthStandard members heavily discounted access t...[+3789 chars] 2025-02-14T11:51:00 SEC Climate Rule Ends Quietly Despite Business Commitment to Disclosure Newsweek https://us.headtopics.com/news/sec-climate-rule-ends-quietly-despite-business-commitment-65856853 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/14/newsweek/sec-climate-rule-ends-quietly-despite-business-com-sec-climate-rule-ends-quietly-despite-business-com-5C4B81332BB157E4C37A048A426E90D7.webp US en The Securities and Exchange Commission will not defend the climate disclosure rule in court. Most companies still plan to disclose their emissions and climate risks due to European regulations, state-level mandates, and the inherent business value of climate risk assessment. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive is now in effect in the EU and California's Climate Accountability Package, approved in 2023, mandates companies to report on climate-related risk. The Securities and Exchange Commission's short-lived climate disclosure rule is effectively ending, as the agency will not defend it in court. Though the rule faced controversy and legal challenges, a...[+3729 chars] 2025-02-14T11:48:57 Wood Group shares plunge as Deloitte review finds 'material failures' Guy Taylor Transport Reporter https://www.business-live.co.uk/enterprise/wood-group-shares-plummet-31-31005746 https://i2-prod.chroniclelive.co.uk/incoming/article21262978.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_Wood-Groups-offices-at-New-Shire-Hall-which-was-the-most-hated-building-in-Berkshire.jpg GB en "Shares in Wood Group have tumbled by 31% this morning. Deloitte review revealed ""material weaknesses and failures"" within the company. The firm has to ""significantly"" bolster its financial culture, governance, and controls. Wood Group has also announced an escalation in its cost-saving measures for the coming year, with annual savings now projected to reach around $85m (£67.6m). Chief Executive Ken Gilmartin expressed disappointment over the financial outcomes." "Shares in Wood Group have tumbled by 31% this morning following revelations from a Deloitte review that uncovered ""material weaknesses and failures"" within the company. The firm has acknowledged the n...[+2924 chars]" 2025-02-14T11:44:15 Global e-commerce market expected to hit $11 trillion by 2028 The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/business/global-e-commerce-market-expected-to-hit-11-trillion-by-2028-945757 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2025/02/14/1524168-untitled-1.jpg IN en The global e-commerce market is on track for significant growth and is expected to reach $11 trillion by 2028. The expansion is being fuelled by rapid technological advancements, improved delivery services, and rising internet penetration worldwide. The US continues to dominate the sector. Companies worldwide are focusing on innovation, data-driven strategies, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance to stay competitive in the evolving market. "New Delhi : The global e-commerce market is on track for significant growth and is expected to reach $11 trillion by 2028, a report said on Friday. The expansion is being fuelled by rapid technologica...[+1697 chars]" 2025-02-14T11:28:00 Fosun International Continues to be Recognized in the S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2025 Feb. 14, 2025 11:28 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6037341 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Fosun International Limited has been selected into the S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2025 for its continuous efforts in environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. Fosun's MSCI ESG rating has remained AA since 2021 and its FTSE Russell ESG score was consistently higher than the global industry average. "HONG KONG , Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On 12 February 2025 , S&P Global released the Sustainability Yearbook 2025. Fosun International Limited (HKEX Stock Code: 00656, ""Fosun International"") was su...[+4381 chars]" 2025-02-14T11:01:24 LG Elec receives top grade for corporate sustainability in 2025 이현우 오늘의 Mlb https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/009/0005443800 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/009/2025/02/14/0005443800_001_20250214110124715.jpg?type=w800 KR en LG Electronics has been ranked in the top 1 percent of S&P Global Inc.'s Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the second consecutive year in 2025. LG Electronics earned the highest score of 77 points in the Consumer Electronics and Leisure Goods category. The assessment covered 7,690 companies across 62 industry sectors. South Korean tech giant LG Electronics Inc. has been ranked in the top 1 percent of S&P Global Inc.'s Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the second consecutive year in 2025, the company sai...[+1291 chars] 2025-02-14T10:48:52 What Massachusetts Employers Need to Know Contributor https://businesswest.com/blog/what-massachusetts-employers-need-to-know https://businesswest.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Law.jpg US en The new Massachusetts pay-transparency law requires employers to disclose salary and pay ranges in all job postings and advertisements. It also requires larger businesses to file certain wage data and information with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The law is aimed at eliminating gender, racial, and other wage disparities and boosting employee loyalty and morale. "The New Pay-transparency Law By Amelia J. Holstrom, Esq. and John S. Gannon, Esq. Last year, Massachusetts joined a growing list of states with pay-transparency laws when Gov. Maura Healey signed 'An ...[+6046 chars]" 2025-02-14T10:17:06 ‘ExxonM, Govt. busy with other priorities' Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/14/exxonm-govt-busy-with-other-priorities https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/02/Alistair-150x150.jpg GY en The relinquishment of 20% of the Stabroek block by ExxonMobil is still not finalised 4 months after the deadline. The delay is due to administrative formalities and competing priorities for both ExxonMobil and the Government of Guyana. Exxon's President Alistair Routledge assured that the company has met all the requirements and is awaiting final approvals. The government will announce when all the paperwork has been completed. "…as relinquishment of 20% of Stabroek block still not finalised 4 months after deadline – Routledge says Kaieteur News- Four months past the stipulated deadline, the relinquishment of 20% of the Stabr...[+3931 chars]" 2025-02-14T10:10:10 A step toward zero waste? Matthew Eadie https://evanstonnow.com/a-step-toward-zero-waste https://evanstonnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG_0876-2-scaled.jpg US en In 2018, the City of Evanston passed a Climate Action and Resilience Plan, calling for the city to achieve zero waste by 2050. A community-led grassroots effort to make it a reality took a step forward Thursday night with a presentation of a roadmap to the city's Environment Board. "In 2018, the City of Evanston passed a Climate Action and Resilience Plan, calling for the city to achieve zero waste by 2050. While the goal may seem lofty, a community-led grassroots effort to make ...[+3522 chars]" 2025-02-14T10:00:09 ‘Sustainable' Investors Flee References to Climate Change Saijel Kishan https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/sustainable-investors-flee-references-to-climate-change/ar-AA1z2zC4 US en Garvin Jabusch no longer uses a climate change chart when pitching investment ideas to clients. Parnassus Investments, the biggest US sustainable-investing firm, has removed references on its website that its funds are 'fossil-fuel free.' Engine No. 1, the activist firm that led the shakeup of ExxonMobil Corp.'s board in 2021, has also removed its web page that it invests in workers, communities and the environment. (Bloomberg) -- For more than a decade, money manager Garvin Jabusch would show a chart of the planet's rising temperatures when pitching investment ideas to clients, saying they could help save the pl...[+5340 chars] 2025-02-14T09:38:00 Kakao received the highest rating one after another, with global ESG evaluation agencies evaluating .. Jeong Hojun. https://www.mk.co.kr/en/it/11241372 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202502/14/news-p.v1.20250214.90194622d497400b820b805e35066659_P1.png KR en "Kakao received the highest rating one after another from global ESG evaluation agencies. It has obtained the highest grade, Leadership A, for two consecutive years in the ""2024 Climate Change"" evaluation by the Carbon Information Disclosure Project (CDP). CDP is a global project that asks major listed companies to disclose corporate governance, risks and opportunities, carbon reduction goals and performance to respond to climate change. It evaluates more than 23,000 companies in more than 100 countries around the world. Kakao was selected as the top 1% in the Corporate Sustainability Assessment of S&P Global for the third consecutive year." "Top Ratings for CDP Evaluation of Non-Profit Organizations S&P's Sustainability Report Top 1% for the 3rd consecutive year Kakao Kakao received the highest rating one after another, with global ESG ev...[+1576 chars]" 2025-02-14T09:36:20 Here're three lessons NGX can learn from Johannesburg Stock Exchange David Olujinmi https://businessday.ng/markets/article/three-lessons-the-ngx-can-learn-from-the-johannesburg-stock-exchange/&text=Here%E2%80%99re%20three%20lessons%20NGX%20can%20learn%20from%20Johannesburg%20Stock%20Exchange https://cdn.businessday.ng/2022/08/NGX..png NG en Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt have been the largest economies in Africa since the start of the 21st century. The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX) was founded on September 15, 1960. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange was established in 1887. The NGX's most recent comprehensive rulebook was last updated nearly a decade ago, whereas the JSE released its latest version in March 2024. Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt have been the largest economic giants in Africa since the start of the 21st century. The three countries have taken turns in being the largest economy in Africa over t...[+4848 chars] 2025-02-14T09:36:20 Three lessons the NGX can learn from the Johannesburg Stock Exchange David Olujinmi https://businessday.ng/markets/article/three-lessons-the-ngx-can-learn-from-the-johannesburg-stock-exchange https://cdn.businessday.ng/2022/08/NGX..png NG en Nigeria, South Africa and Egypt have been the largest economies in Africa since the start of the 21st century. The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX) is the fifth largest stock market in Africa with a market capitalization of about $45 billion, but it is dwarfed by the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, which is the largest in Africa. The NGX's most recent comprehensive rulebook was last updated nearly a decade ago, in 2015, whereas the JSE released its latest version in March 2024. Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt have been the largest economic giants in Africa since the start of the 21st century. The three countries have taken turns in being the largest economy in Africa over t...[+4685 chars] 2025-02-14T09:12:14 Kao Corporation Discloses the 'Board of Directors' Opinion on Shareholder Proposal and Kao's Strategy to Enhance Corporate Value' https://apnews.com/press-release/business-wire/tokyo-2f0e50c157a14329aa81c4a7b0f7155b https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Kao Corporation (TOKYO:4452) disclosed its opinion on February 14, 2025, regarding the shareholder proposals submitted by Oasis Japan Strategic Fund Ltd. for the 119th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders. The company has also published its response to a statement issued by the Oasis in April 2024. "TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 14, 2025-- Kao Corporation (TOKYO:4452) disclosed its opinion on February 14, 2025, regarding the shareholder proposals submitted by Oasis Japan Strategic Fund Ltd. ('Oasis...[+597 chars]" 2025-02-14T08:30:00 Kao Unveils Board's View on Shareholder Proposal Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/kao-unveils-boards-view-on-shareholder-proposal-1408884 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/newsdevelopments-image.jpg US en Kao Corporation (TOKYO:4452) disclosed its opinion on February 14, 2025, regarding the shareholder proposals submitted by Oasis Japan Strategic Fund Ltd. for the 119th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders. Kao will continue to pursue highly transparent and effective governance, while implementing the K27 strategy. "Kao Corporation (TOKYO:4452) disclosed its opinion on February 14, 2025, regarding the shareholder proposals submitted by Oasis Japan Strategic Fund Ltd. (""Oasis"") for the 119th Annual General Meeting...[+693 chars]" 2025-02-14T08:09:00 Proposals To Weaken Climate-Related Disclosures A Backwards Step Green Party https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00345/proposals-to-weaken-climate-related-disclosures-a-backwards-step.htm http://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1908/scoop_image.jpg NZ en Lawyers for Climate Action NZ Inc has released its submission on proposed adjustments to New Zealand's climate-related disclosures regime. In 2021, Aotearoa New Zealand became the first country in the world to introduce a mandatory CRD Regime. The government is proposing to weaken it, including by nearly halving the number of listed entities included and removing directors' liability. "Lawyers for Climate Action NZ Inc has released its submission on proposed adjustments to New Zealand's climate-related disclosures regime. In 2021, Aotearoa New Zealand became the first country in the...[+3003 chars]" 2025-02-14T08:07:16 The Lyin' King Defend Truth https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-02-14-the-lyin-king https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DM-King-Trump-2000px.jpg?fit=1280%2C1613&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en "MADAM & EVE manage consent between them and manage consent for Adam and Eve.   Â - - ""Manage consent"" - ""Maddam and Eve will manage consent"" - ""Eve will control consent""." "MADAM & EVE X Manage consent" 2025-02-14T08:00:05 Hungary's 1st Mandatory ESG Reports due for Publication in 2025 Luca Albert https://bbj.hu/economy/statistics/analysis/hungarys-1st-mandatory-esg-reports-due-for-publication-in-2025 https://bbj.hu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/shutterstock_2441401021.jpg HU en 2025 marks the first occasion of mandatory ESG disclosure due in Hungary. Companies preparing to publish their ESG disclosures are faced with a meticulous, time-consuming project. The European Commission announced at the end of 2024 that it intends to reduce the administrative and reporting burden for companies. 2025 marks the first occasion of mandatory ESG disclosure due in Hungary, with an extensive list of obligations for the companies concerned. Although the requirement was only decreed recently, some co...[+6140 chars] 2025-02-14T07:50:00 Notice convening the Annual General Meeting of AB Electrolux PR Newswire https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/notice-convening-annual-general-meeting-075000652.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/0dfd7ec6bcda49a1b6d67ad99a702423 US en Annual General Meeting of AB Electrolux (publ) will be held on March 26, 2025, at 4.00 p.m. (CET) at Bio Skandia, Drottninggatan 82 in Stockholm, Sweden. The Annual General Meeting will be webcasted live via Electrolux Group's website, www.electroluxgroup.com/agm2025. The Board of Directors has decided that the shareholders shall have the possibility to exercise their voting rights by postal voting. The notification of participation only through postal voting is not sufficient for shareholders who wish to attend the meeting venue. "STOCKHOLM, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The shareholders of AB Electrolux (publ), reg. no. 556009-4178 (the ""Company""), are hereby given notice of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Wednesday, ...[+32838 chars]" 2025-02-14T07:47:00 CP AXTRA Named Industry Mover for Sustainability Leadership https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2961118/cp-axtra-named-industry-mover-for-sustainability-leadership https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250214/c1_2961118_250214141415_700.jpeg TH en CP AXTRA Public Company Limited, operator of Makro and Lotus's, has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to sustainability. The company secured a place among the top 10% in the Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) 2024 by S&P Global and earned the Industry Mover award for the second consecutive year in the Food & Staples Retailing sector. CP AXTRA Public Company Limited, operator of leading wholesale and retail brands Makro and Lotus's, has once again been recognised for its outstanding commitment to sustainability. The company secured...[+1599 chars] 2025-02-14T07:47:00 Wood Group to strengthen financial as Deloitte review finds ‘material failures' Guy Taylor https://www.cityam.com/wood-group-to-strengthen-financial-as-deloitte-review-finds-material-failures https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/wood-group-1024x640-57eda09818c48-57eda09838c4e.webp GB en Wood Group is taking steps to strengthen its financial culture, governance and controls after a review identified'material weaknesses and failures' The London-listed engineering giant also announced plans to extend a wide-reaching cost-cutting programme and said it now expects negative free cash flow in 2025. Annual savings are now expected to be around $85m (£67.6m), up from $60m last March. "Wood Group said it is initiating steps to 'significantly' strengthen its financial culture, governance and controls after a review identified 'material weaknesses and failures.' In a trading update, t...[+2198 chars]" 2025-02-14T07:28:42 Thames Water appeals to CMA over regulator's decision on bills Jonathan Prynn https://www.standard.co.uk/business/thames-water-cma-bills-ofwat-customers-b1211128.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/02/03/16/38/SEI238438996.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en Thames Water's board made a unanimous decision not to approve the Final Determination for the regulatory period 2025 to 2030. The company said it does not support the investment and improvement needed for Thames Water to deliver for its customers, communities and the environment for the next five years. The company said its board 'made this unanimous decision after concluding that the Final Determination for the regulatory period 2025 to 2030 does not appropriately support the investment and improvem...[+125 chars] 2025-02-14T07:15:57 Boardroom diversity shouldn't be a box-ticking exercise The AFR View https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/boardroom-diversity-shouldn-t-be-a-box-ticking-exercise-20250213-p5lbzk https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.2328%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_71%2C$y_21/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/66baa2a5d6daf8d07842ad0915f35183b7b43c37 AU en The ASX Corporate Governance Council failed to reach a consensus on the draft principles after a year-long stand-off between its members. Louise Davidson, chief executive of the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors, has threatened to quit the council if no changes are made. Former ASX chief executive Elmer Funke Kupper says the new diversity rules should be thrown in the bin and the council which oversees them disbanded. The contentious draft proposals for boards of listed companies to disclose personal characteristics such as sexuality, Indigenous heritage, age and disability has split the ASX Corporate Governance Co...[+762 chars] 2025-02-14T07:10:00 Singapore's 2035 climate target: A commitment to act now despite waning global interest Audrey Tan https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/singapores-2035-climate-target-a-commitment-to-act-now-despite-waning-global-interest https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/bd7b8952d345eaad6d8b61264337e9842e1842c1c59f79744048ea701df3cc28 SG en Singapore has set a new climate change target for 2035 to reduce its emissions to between 45 and 50 million tonnes (Mt) in 2035, down from the 60 Mt it expects to emit in 2030. The new emission target was submitted to the UN on Feb 10, the deadline the global body had set for new climate pledges. Under the Paris Agreement, the world's climate pact, countries must set more ambitious targets every five years. "Singapore plans to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, and the 2035 target is noteworthy as it implies a linear trajectory to meeting the longer-term goal. PHOTO: ST FILE SINGAPORE – Singapore's climate...[+7301 chars]" 2025-02-14T06:47:01 SGX Shares Fall After Initial Measures to Boost Market Unveiled archyde https://www.archyde.com/sgx-shares-fall-after-initial-measures-to-boost-market-unveiled https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/aa665e99fb9e7e9c114f489e48acb8d08b501ca8313bc291513f632dad9424df US en Shares of Singapore Exchange (SGX) declined by 5.5% to $12.73 at midday on February 14th, following the announcement of initial measures aimed at revitalizing trading activity on the bourse. Citi analyst Tan Yong Hong has downgraded his 12-month share price target for SGX by 9%. "Table of Contents Shares of singapore Exchange (SGX) experienced a decline of 5.5% to $12.73 at midday on February 14, following the announcement of initial measures aimed at stimulating trading activ...[+10732 chars]" 2025-02-14T06:24:51 Odua Investment Group Leaders Restate Commitment to Strengthen Corporate Governance, Infrastructural Devt, Youth Employment, Transformation Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4119020/odua-investment-group-leaders-restate-commitment-to-strengthen-corporate-governa.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Odua Investment Company Limited (OICL) yesterday expressed commitment to strengthen the corporate governance, empower youths in the South-west through employment, and transform the company to improve the lives of the people there. Sunday Okobi is the CEO of OICL. Sunday Okobi The leadership of Odua Investment Company Limited (OICL) yesterday expressed commitment to strengthen the corporate governance, empower youths in the South-west through employment, and tr...[+53 chars] 2025-02-14T05:45:00 What businesses need to know about changes to Employee Ownership Trust rules: Hayley Blackburn Hayley Blackburn https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/what-businesses-need-to-know-about-changes-to-employee-ownership-trust-rules-hayley-blackburn-4988999 https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmI3OTY0NTJjLTY3MDAtNDdjNC05MWRjLTJmZmJmNzhlZGU3MzphNmU4ZDExYi1mYjIxLTQwYzUtYWVkNi1mNDg5YTJiMDBhMjY=.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en There are more than 1,400 Employee Ownership Trusts in the UK. Businesses need to be aware of the changes in relation to these Trusts. Trustees of the EOT must be UK residents at the time of disposal. The new control limits aim to ensure that ownership of the business is truly transferred to the employees. The period during which the company must satisfy the qualifying conditions for Capital Gains Tax relief has been extended. "Business On October 30 last year, a series of changes were announced for Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs). With more than 1,400 EOTs in the UK, this series of changes will significantly impact busines...[+2565 chars]" 2025-02-14T04:23:31 Shareholders kick, demand transparency, profitability from PZ Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4118597/shareholders-kick-demand-transparency-profitability-from-pz.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en PZ Cussons Plc is under pressure from shareholders demanding greater accountability and a clearer path to profitability. The company scrapped its plan to delist from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) after the company's shareholders' demands. The shareholders want transparency, accountability and profitability from PZ. PZ Cussons Plc is under pressure from shareholders demanding greater accountability and a clearer path to profitability after the company scrapped its plan to delist from the Nigerian Exchange Limited...[+178 chars] 2025-02-14T04:15:00 Citi downgrades SGX to ‘sell' after MAS equities market review group's first proposal https://www.theedgesingapore.com/capital/brokers-calls/citi-downgrades-sgx-sell-after-mas-equities-market-review-groups-first https://edgemarkets-transferred.s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/SGX%20ALBERT%20CHUA_3_0%20%281%29_0_0_21.jpg?Xf7rrW7CntJTRKdUZOxPf3LSO70XUMST SG en Tan Yong Hong has downgraded Singapore Exchange to'sell' as he expects recent optimism over the potential impact of the equities market review group to unwind. He also lowered his target price to $11.90, down from $13.10. The review group will provide more updates on Feb 21. Tan's research note comes a week after SGX's stellar results for 1HFY2025 ended Dec 31, 2024 and a day after the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced the first set of measures by the review...[+2210 chars] 2025-02-14T04:00:48 LONGi Scored 'A-' Leadership Level for Water Security by global non-profit organization CDP Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/14/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/longi-scored-a-leadership-level-for-water-security-by-global-non-profit-organization-cdp/2055840 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/14/540487.jpg PH en "In 2024, the number of Chinese companies disclosing information through CDP exceeded 3,600. LONGi carried out 118 water-saving process projects within the whole group and saved 5.5293 million tons of water annually. Since 2020, LONGi has actively participated in the CDP questionnaire of Climate Change and Water Security. Longi has obtained the ""Leadership Level"" for Water Security for the first time." "CDP is a global non-profit that runs the global independent environmental disclosure system for companies, capital markets, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impacts. As the wor...[+2175 chars]" 2025-02-14T03:58:00 Sebi proposes to strengthen ERP framework ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-proposes-to-strengthen-erp-framework/articleshow/118229546.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118229557,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-8430,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi proposes additional provisions to strengthen the framework for ESG rating providers (ERP). ERP stands for environmental, social and governance. ERP can withdraw a rating if it has rated security continuously for 3 years or 50% of tenure of the security and has received NOC from 75% of the bond holders. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel Mumbai: The Sebi has proposed additional provisions to strengthen the framework for ESG rating providers (ERP). E...[+969 chars]" 2025-02-14T03:45:05 XRP News Today: Could SEC's ETF Nod Signal Ripple Case Appeal Withdrawal? BTC at $96K FX Empire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/XRP_News_Today_Could_SEC_s_ETF_Nod_Signal_Ripple_Case_Appeal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/[] US en "SEC acknowledges Grayscale's XRP ETF filing, which is filed by the company. It's an exchange-traded fund based on the RRP currency.   Â . ""XRP"" is a short for ""ripple""." SEC acknowledges Grayscale's XRP ETF filing, 2025-02-14T03:40:00 LONGi Scored 'A-' Leadership Level for Water Security by global non-profit organization CDP PR Newswire Asia https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/longi-scored-leadership-level-water-034000198.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire_sg_868/652130e3dedf90fa193d11293f657dc4 US en LONGi has scored 'A-' Leadership Level for Water Security (Top 1 in Chinese renewable/PV industry) for the first time and 'B' Management Level for Climate Change for the second year. CDP is a global environmental disclosure system for companies, capital markets, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impacts. 6/10 countries are at risk of having unsustainable water resource usage by 2050. XI'AN, China, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 7th February,2025, The global leading authority and non-profit organization CDP released the 2024 scores for the Climate Change, Water Security, and Forests...[+3426 chars] 2025-02-14T03:18:00 Fosun International Continues to be Recognized in the S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2025 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fosun-international-continues-recognized-p-031800638.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/bc3919033eb2301098b2d3911849fe8e US en Fosun International Limited (HKEX Stock Code: 00656) was selected into the S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2025 for its continuous efforts in environmental, social and governance (ESG) for the second consecutive year. 7,690 companies across 62 industries were assessed in the CSA, with 780 companies selected for inclusion in the yearbook. Fosun's MSCI ESG rating has remained AA since 2021 and it has been included in the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainable Benchmark Index for years. "HONG KONG, Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On 12 February 2025, S&P Global released the Sustainability Yearbook 2025. Fosun International Limited (HKEX Stock Code: 00656, ""Fosun International"") was succ...[+4595 chars]" 2025-02-14T03:18:00 Fosun International Continues to be Recognized in the S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2025 Fosun https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/fosun-international-continues-to-be-recognized-in-the-s-p-globals-sustainability-yearbook-2025/article_6e5d9934-f016-504e-8df9-3468a98bd3fc.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en S&P Global released the Sustainability Yearbook 2025 on 12 February 2025. Fosun International Limited was successfully selected into the yearbook for the second consecutive year for its continuous efforts in environmental, social and governance (ESG). This year, 7,690 companies across 62 industries were assessed in the 2024 Corporate Sustaining Assessment (CSA). 780 companies were selected for inclusion in the S sustainability yearbook. "HONG KONG, Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On 12 February 2025, S&P Global released the Sustainability Yearbook 2025. Fosun International Limited (HKEX Stock Code: 00656, ""Fosun International"") was succ...[+658 chars]" 2025-02-14T03:14:13 Rashmi Saluja ceases to be director of Religare Enterprises Rashmi Saluja https://www.telegraphindia.com/business/rashmi-saluja-ceases-to-be-director-of-religare-enterprises/cid/2083457 https://assets.telegraphindia.com/telegraph/2025/Feb/1739502803_1725972313_lead-28.jpg IN en Rashmi Saluja has ceased to be a director on Religare Enterprises' board as she did not get approval from shareholders for her re-appointment. The exit comes amid Burmans' open offer bid to acquire an additional 26 per cent stake in the company. Praveen Kumar Tripathi, non-executive independent director, will be the new chairperson until June 30, 2025. "Religare Enterprises on Thursday said its executive chairperson Rashmi Saluja has ceased to be a director on its board as she did not get approval from shareholders for her re-appointment. The exit of...[+1606 chars]" 2025-02-14T02:55:51 ACCA hosts Pak Leadership Conversation: SECP chief urges professionals to ensure transparency, sustainability Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40347955/acca-hosts-pak-leadership-conversation-secp-chief-urges-professionals-to-ensure-transparency-sustainability https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/14075532649d71a.jpg?r=075551 PK en SECP Chairman Akif Saeed urged finance professionals to ensure transparency and sustainability while carrying out their businesses. ACCA hosted the Pakistan Leadership Conversation (PLC) 2025. The conference highlighted the role of finance professionals in fostering innovation, accelerating exports, and advancing Pakistan's transition to a green and digital economy. "ISLAMABAD: Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Chairman Akif Saeed has urged finance professionals to ensure transparency and sustainability while carrying out their businesses. He w...[+3839 chars]" 2025-02-14T02:32:00 Missouri Attorney General Sues Starbucks Over DEI Policies adndotcom https://us.headtopics.com/news/missouri-attorney-general-sues-starbucks-over-dei-policies-65843428 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/14/adndotcom/missouri-attorney-general-sues-starbucks-over-dei--missouri-attorney-general-sues-starbucks-over-dei--8BFC4B0459F0309356159CBA5BFCE760.webp US en Missouri's attorney general has filed a federal lawsuit against Starbucks. Andrew Bailey claims Starbucks' diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies constitute discrimination. Bailey bases his claims on Starbucks' workforce demographics, stating that the company's workforce has become'more female and less white' since 2020. Starbucks vehemently denies these allegations. Missouri's attorney general accuses Starbucks of discrimination through its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, alleging that these initiatives result in a less qualified workforce and harm con...[+1910 chars] 2025-02-14T02:10:32 Shareholders kick, demand transparency, profitability from PZ Helen Oji https://guardian.ng/business-services/business/shareholders-kick-demand-transparency-profitability-from-pz https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Cussons-093-photograph_848w477h.jpg NG en PZ Cussons Plc is under pressure from shareholders demanding greater accountability and a clearer path to profitability. The company scrapped its plan to delist from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). Investors criticised the management for poor financial performance, lack of transparency and failure to pay dividends in recent years. PZ Cussons Plc is under pressure from shareholders demanding greater accountability and a clearer path to profitability after the company scrapped its plan to delist from the Nigerian Exchange Limited...[+2706 chars] 2025-02-14T01:33:00 Department of Government Efficiency Takes Aim at Wasteful Spending 13WHAM https://us.headtopics.com/news/department-of-government-efficiency-takes-aim-at-wasteful-65842081 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/14/13wham/department-of-government-efficiency-takes-aim-at-w-department-of-government-efficiency-takes-aim-at-w-B3865153D4D8054A928EB9B04F44A930.webp US en The Department of Government Efficiency, headed by Elon Musk, is working to reduce government waste and increase efficiency. The department has initiated several measures, including workforce reductions, contract terminations, and a website dedicated to transparency and progress. Musk has been vocal about his desire to eliminate entire government agencies, arguing that partial dismantling is ineffective. The newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, headed by Elon Musk, is actively working to reduce government waste and increase efficiency. The department has initiated several measures, includ...[+2825 chars] 2025-02-14T01:27:01 Non-banking microfinance sector: SECP announces series of initiatives to empower women, strengthen consumer protection Staff Reporter https://www.nation.com.pk/14-Feb-2025/non-banking-microfinance-sector-secp-announces-series-of-initiatives-to-empower-women-strengthen-consumer-protection https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en SECP announced a series of initiatives to empower women and strengthen consumer protection within the non-banking microfinance sector. The measures include comprehensive consumer protection principles, reporting of gender-disaggregated data and gender sensitization trainings for NBMFCs. ISLAMABAD - The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has announced a series of initiatives designed to empower women and strengthen consumer protection within the non-banking microfin...[+1766 chars] 2025-02-14T01:26:28 SGX shares close 5.8% lower after MAS equities market review group's first proposal Jovi Ho https://sg.news.yahoo.com/sgx-shares-close-5-8-012628166.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_edge_961/400ea7e954ac3513f8661fcfc60334a6 US en Shares in Singapore Exchange S68 (SGX) closed 5.8% lower on Feb 14 at $12.69. Citi Research analyst Tan Yong Hong downgraded SGX to'sell' as he expects recent optimism over the potential impact of the equities market review group to unwind. "One of the measures proposed is introducing tax incentives to attract enterprises and fund managers to list in Singapore. Shares in Singapore Exchange S68 (SGX) closed 78 cents lower, or 5.8% down, at...[+3019 chars]" 2025-02-14T01:25:10 ‘Bin it': Funke Kupper urges ASX to scrap diversity plan Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/workplace/bin-it-funke-kupper-urges-asx-to-scrap-diversity-plan-20250213-p5lbwy https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.5943%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_380%2C$y_116/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_exclusive_no_age_social_wm/2e2e996e59ff842f4d5bce82aed995b575d57c09 AU en Elmer Funke Kupper, former chief executive of the ASX and Tabcorp, and David Murray, former chair of the Future Fund and AMP, warn the current proposals go too far and should be scrapped. They want the council which oversees them disbanded. The former chief executive of the ASX says new rules for listed companies to report on diversity should be thrown in the bin and the council which oversees them disbanded, as part of a battle to bring...[+321 chars] 2025-02-14T01:02:44 EzFill Holdings Announces Pricing of $15 Million Public Offering and Closing of Share Exchange ... Ez Fill Holdings https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/ezfill-holdings-announces-pricing-of-15-million-public-offering-and-closing-of-share-exchange/article_34e59e0f-a26f-501a-a8e2-444e1c9fb38f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en EzFill Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EZFL) announced the pricing of a public offering of 5,000,000 shares of common stock at a price to the public of $3.00 per share. The Company will change its name to NextNRG Holding Corp. effective February 14, 2025. Its common stock will begin trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol 'NXXT' and the new CUSIP number 652941105. MIAMI, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EzFill Holdings, Inc. ('EzFill' and the 'Company') (Nasdaq: EZFL), a leading mobile fueling company, today announced the pricing of a public offering of 5,000,...[+920 chars] 2025-02-14T00:36:00 대우건설, 임직원 지속가능경영 공감 ‘으쓱(ESG)워킹그룹' 창단 문홍철 기자 http://breaknews.com/1092234 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202502/2025021436587694.jpg KR en ESG is a software developed in the year 20222222. ESG is based on the ESG code. It can be downloaded from the following website: http://www.esg.org/code/2022/esg-2022. "브레이크뉴스 정민우 기자= 대우건설은 임직원 모두가 회사의 지속가능경영에 함께 공감하고 실천할 수 있도록 으쓱(ESG)워킹그룹을 창단했다고 14일 밝혔다. 2022년 ESG경영 선포 이래 대우건설은 내부역량을 강화함과 동시에 사회적 책임에도 충실이 대응해왔다. 2025년에도 환경·사회·지배구조 분야에서 ESG 경영의 괄목할 성과창출 및 지속경영이 가능한 기...[+3875 chars]" 2025-02-14T00:34:21 OCBC and Enterprise Singapore launch ESG programme to help SMEs measure sustainability performance Singapore News https://theindependent.sg/ocbc-and-enterprise-singapore-launch-esg-programme-to-help-smes-measure-sustainability-performance https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/explaining-work-e1733055281598.jpg SG en OCBC Bank and Enterprise Singapore have launched a new initiative to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) assess and improve their sustainability performance. The OCBC SME Start ESG Programme offers SMEs the tools and resources to measure their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics. It also provides access to sustainability-linked loans (SLLs), which are financial products with borrowing costs tied to the sustainability achievements of the borrower. SINGAPORE: OCBC Bank, in collaboration with Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), has unveiled a new initiative aimed at helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) assess and improve their sustainabil...[+2419 chars] 2025-02-14T00:24:00 Beyond compliance: Can stock exchange and accounting bodies drive corporate environmental reporting? https://www.ft.lk/opinion/Beyond-compliance-Can-stock-exchange-and-accounting-bodies-drive-corporate-environmental-reporting/14-773026 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_63eb61e762.jpg LK en Corporate environmental disclosures in Sri Lanka are no longer just a box-ticking exercise, but a necessity for long-term resilience. Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) have a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainability reporting. As Sri Lanka navigates economic recovery and a shifting global sustainability landscape, corporate environmental disclosures are no longer just a box-ticking exercise – they are a necessity for long-t...[+6722 chars] 2025-02-14T00:21:30 Investor Alert: Robbins LLP Informs Stockholders of the Edison International Class Action Robbins LLP https://www.eagletribune.com/region/investor-alert-robbins-llp-informs-stockholders-of-the-edison-international-class-action/article_cbc2a716-f1d6-5b1d-aba3-4369cf388096.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en A class action was filed on behalf of all stockholders that purchased or otherwise acquired Edison International (NYSE: EIX) securities between February 25, 2021 and February 6, 2025. Edison is the parent company of Southern California Edison Company (SCE) and Edison Energy Group, Inc. SAN DIEGO, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP informs stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all persons or entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Edison Internation...[+283 chars] 2025-02-14T00:00:00 Industry influence over UN aviation body ‘extremely concerning' The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/Industry_influence_over_UN_aviation_body_extremely_concernin_c https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Firms outnumber green groups at environmental talks sponsored by fossil fuel companies, according to an exclusive report from CNN.com. The report is based on interviews with people involved in the events. for this report, which can be obtained by clicking here. Exclusive: Firms outnumber green groups at environmental talks, with related events sponsored by fossil fuel companies 2025-02-14T00:00:00 UK Chamber responds to government's reply on the EAC report SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/uk_chamber_responds_to_government_8217s_reply_on_the_eac_rep https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The UK Chamber of Shipping has responded to the publication of the Government's reply to the Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) Report on Net Zero and UK Shipping. The EAC on 13 February published the government's response to its predecessor Committee's report on 'Net zero and UK shipping'. The UK Chamber of Shipping has responded to the publication of the Government's reply to the Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) Report on Net Zero and UK Shipping. The EAC on 13 February published th...[+99 chars] 2025-02-14T00:00:00 Listing of new securities of Asian Granito India Limited (BSE Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/Listing_of_new_securities_of_Asian_Granito_India_Limited_BSE https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Asian Granito India Limited will list new securities on the Exchange on 14 February 2025. The members of the Exchange are informed that the under mentioned new securities of Asian are to be listed. (Notices No. 20250214-50 and No. 50. ) NOTICES Notice No. 20250214-50 Notice Date 14 Feb 2025 Category Company related Segment Equity Subject Listing of new securities of Asian Granito India Limited Content Trading members of the Exchang...[+70 chars] 2025-02-14T00:00:00 The maritime industry's interest are turning towards a carbon levy SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/the_maritime_industry_8217s_interest_are_turning_towards_a_c https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Governments are expected to close in on key shipping climate laws at the Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG), on 17-21 February in London. There is huge political momentum for a shipping levy to be adopted at the IMO in 2025. Governments are expected to close in on key shipping climate laws–including a global carbon price–at the Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG), on 17-21 Febr...[+116 chars] 2025-02-14T00:00:00 Matthews International announces governance changes amid proxy battle with activist shareholder Business Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/Matthews_International_announces_governance_changes_amid_pro https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Activist investor is pushing for a shake-up at Matthews. The company is responding with its own set of changes to address the issue. Matthews is responding to the activist investor's demands by making changes to its own operations. iReport.com: Share your thoughts. An activist investor is pushing for a shake-up at Matthews, and now the company is responding with its own set of changes. 2025-02-14T00:00:00 "Fuji Oil Group received a score of ""A"" on Water Security and ""A-"" on Forest from CDP2024 (Fuji Oil Holdings Inc)" Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/Fuji_Oil_Group_received_a_score_of_A_on_Water_Security_and_A https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Fuji Oil Group was selected as one of the A List Companies by CDP. It received the highest rating in Water Security and an A-rating at the Forest. CDP's annual environmental disclosure and assessment process is widely recognized as a good tool for environmental protection. ) The Fuji Oil Group was selected as one of the A List Companies by global environmental non-profit organization CDP, and received the highest rating in Water Security. In addition, we received an A-r...[+109 chars] 2025-02-14T00:00:00 Here's why US companies like Disney, Pepsi and GM are silently axing their DEI efforts: Report Hindustan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/Heres_why_US_companies_like_Disney_Pepsi_and_GM_are_silently https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en Several US companies are burying their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts, often not making any public announcements about it. US President Donald Trump points to a reporter and India's culture of diversity, equity and inclusion as a competitive advantage that fuels innovation and attracts talent. Several companies in the US are silently burying their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts, often not making any public announcements about it, Business Insider reported.US President Donald...[+218 chars] 2025-02-14T00:00:00 Enbridge Reports Record 2024 Financial Results, Reaffirms 2025 Financial Guidance and Executes on Business Priorities PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/14/Enbridge_Reports_Record_2024_Financial_Results_Reaffirms_202_r https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Enbridge reports fourth quarter 2024 financial results and reaffirms its 2025 financial guidance and provides a quarterly business update. All financial figures are unaudited and in Canadian dollars unless stated otherwise. Â . (TSX: ENB, NYSE:ENB, ENB) CALGARY, AB, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Enbridge Inc. (Enbridge or the Company) (TSX: ENB) (NYSE: ENB) today reported fourth quarter 2024 financial results, reaffirmed its 2025 financial guidance an...[+117 chars] 2025-02-14T00:00:00 Global Islami Bank placed in Z category Staff Correspondent https://www.newagebd.net/post/stocks/257925/global-islami-bank-placed-in-z-category https://outspoken.newagebd.com/files/img/202502/f5a40ffb85ad200370d1f62e35c47666_og.jpg BD en The Dhaka Stock Exchange downgraded Global Islami Bank PLC to 'Z' category from 'A' category due to non-compliance with securities laws. The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission on May 20, 2024 issued a directive revising the criteria for companies to be listed in 'Z category. "The Dhaka Stock Exchange on Wednesday downgraded Global Islami Bank PLC to 'Z' category from 'A' category due to non-compliance with securities laws. The DSE in its website said that the bank companie...[+1010 chars]" 2025-02-13T23:44:00 중랑구, ‘2025 함께하는 작은 실천, 중랑 ESG' 추진 하인규 기자 http://breaknews.com/1092240 http://www.popupnews24.com/imgdata/popupnews24_com/202502/2025021447161830.jpg KR en ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) is an acronym for Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) which is used in this article. ESG is an abbreviation of ESG 2023, which means Environment and Social Governance in English. "▲ 류경기 중랑구청장 지속가능발전 비전선포식 참석 모습(사진제공=중랑구청) (C) 브레이크뉴스 하인규 기자 (중랑=브레이크뉴스 경기동북부)하인규 기자=중랑구(구청장 류경기)가 공직 내부에서 선도적으로 ESG 실천 과제를 발굴 및 시행하여 지속가능한 중랑구 ESG 가치를 확산한다. 'ESG(Environment, Social, Governance)'는 환경,...[+4688 chars]" 2025-02-13T22:51:41 Vox Royalty Announces Q4 2024 Results Release Date https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/vox-royalty-announces-q4-2024-results-release-date-dfa8a219d2a729c7892a11a2eda9e1e5 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/32b2b42/2147483647/strip/true/crop/220x124+87+0/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F24%2Fab%2Fcb42e1223be71ad4ba540fb758b2%2F1d82177b4927470dcfd61ab4e082ef78 US en Vox Royalty Corp. will release its 2024 fourth quarter and annual results on February 20, 2025 after market close. Vox has a portfolio of over 60 royalties spanning six jurisdictions since it was established in 2014. Since the beginning of 2020, Vox has announced over 30 separate transactions to acquire more than 60 royalties. TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / February 13, 2025 / Vox Royalty Corp. (NASDAQ:VOXR) ('Vox' or the 'Company'), a returns focused mining royalty company, is pleased to announce that it will release its ...[+636 chars] 2025-02-13T22:33:49 As Costco deadline approaches, Ford and Walmart comply with new Trump policies, sparking concerns among customers about freedom. Internewscast https://internewscast.com/news/as-costco-deadline-approaches-ford-and-walmart-comply-with-new-trump-policies-sparking-concerns-among-customers-about-freedom https://www.the-sun.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2025/02/lindsey-nicholson-ucg-universal-images-959771103.jpg?strip=all&w=960 NG en Costco's shareholders rejected a proposal to evaluate the 'risks' posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. 19 Republican attorneys general ordered Costco to repeal its DEI policies within 30 days. The pressure comes as firms including Ford, McDonald's, PBS, and Target have already ditched their DEI programs. "Share this @internewscast.com COSTCO's deadline to axe its diversity, equity and inclusion programs looms as pressure mounts from Republican attorneys general. Opinions are split over U.S. President D...[+4824 chars]" 2025-02-13T22:25:00 ET NOW Global Business Summit 2025: Visionary innovators to reimagine global future ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/et-now-global-business-summit-2025-visionary-innovators-to-reimagine-global-future/articleshow/118224046.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118224188,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-18522,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en The Global Business Summit 2025 is taking place at Hotel Taj Palace, New Delhi on February 15-16. The event will focus on global economic resilience, technological disruption, and sustainable growth. Speakers include Micke Hermansson, Inna Braverman, Alex Zhavoronkov, Diana Urge-Vorsatz, Svilen Rangelov and Seth Godin. "New Delhi: The ET NOW Global Business Summit 2025, scheduled for February 15-16 at Hotel Taj Palace, New Delhi, will bring together some of the world's top minds in business, innovation , and sustaina...[+14157 chars]" 2025-02-13T22:21:39 Corporate Update - Share Consolidation and ICSID Annulment ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/corporate-update---share-consolidation-and-icsid-annulment/article_85167db4-90af-50b7-ad8a-da8ef99d3767.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Gabriel Resources Ltd. announces the corporate update on its proposed 10:1 share consolidation and the ICSID annulment proceedings. There have been recent developments concerning the provisional stay of enforcement and the procedural calendar. Gabriel shares trade on the TSXV:GBU. "LONDON, UK / ACCESS Newswire / February 13, 2025 / Gabriel Resources Ltd. (TSXV:GBU)(""Gabriel"" or the ""Company"") announces the following corporate update on its proposed 10:1 share consolidation and t...[+137 chars]" 2025-02-13T22:16:35 DEPT achieves B Corp recertification Alisha Buaya https://www.mediaweek.com.au/dept-achieves-b-corp-recertification https://images-r2.thebrag.com/mw/uploads/2025/02/Dept-B-Corp.jpg AU en DEPT has recertified as a B Corp after first earning the recognition in 2021. Businesses that are certified B Corp must undergo recertification every three years to ensure continuous improvement of their social and environmental impact. DEPT has expanded its business into the Americas and APAC with several acquisitions and launched exciting work in alignment with its B Corp certification. "DEPT has recertified as a B Corp after first earning the recognition in 2021. Businesses that are certified B Corp must undergo recertification every three years to ensure continuous improvement of th...[+2206 chars]" 2025-02-13T22:11:21 Costco deadline nears as Ford and Walmart cave to new Trump policies leaving customers crying ‘what happened to freedom' Debbie White https://www.the-sun.com/news/13537987/costco-deadline-ford-walmart-cave-new-trump-policies-freedom https://www.the-sun.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2025/02/ch-costco-deadline-off-platform.jpg?strip=all&quality=100&w=1920&h=1080&crop=1 US en "Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at terminating diversity, equity and inclusion programs within federal agencies. Costco's shareholders rejected a proposal to evaluate any ""risks"" posed by its DEI practices, despite Trump's order. 19 Republican attorneys general ordered Costco to axe its policies, citing concerns about discrimination and legal risks. Ford, McDonald's, PBS and Target have already banished their DEI programs." "COSTCO's deadline to axe its diversity, equity and inclusion programs looms as pressure mounts from Republican attorneys general. Opinions are split over U.S. President Donald Trump 's DEI crackdown. ...[+4427 chars]" 2025-02-13T21:47:15 Xebra Brands Announces Closing of Shares for Debt Transaction Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/xebra-brands-announces-closing-of-shares-for-debt-transaction/article_ff017601-6842-5822-979a-69b242edf04b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/24/3247484d-b950-5e09-a77f-ef2f2c501495/67ae68ad7f030.image.jpg?crop=624%2C328%2C0%2C148 US en "Xebra Brands Ltd. (XBRA:CSE, XBRAF:OTCQB)(9YC0:FSE) has closed the shares for debt transaction (the ""Debt Settlement"") as previously announced on January 22, 2025. The Company settled an aggregate debt of $448,146 by issuing 8,962,917 common shares of the Company at a deemed price of $0.05 per Settlement Share." "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR DISSEMINATION DIRECTLY, OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, BC / ACC...[+631 chars]" 2025-02-13T21:22:28 HASI Announces Leadership Team Appointments Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/hasi-announces-leadership-team-appointments/article_89576f50-bda8-53f2-9154-b3637e9f658d.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en "HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. announced four executive leadership appointments effective March 1, 2025. The company is a leading investor in sustainable infrastructure assets and is based in Annapolis, Maryland.   Â ""HASI"" " "ANNAPOLIS, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 13, 2025-- HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (""HASI,"" or the ""Company"") (NYSE: HASI), a leading investor in sustainable infrastructure assets, today anno...[+70 chars]" 2025-02-13T21:15:32 Mosaic launches combined general and environmental liability coverage form Jessie Moniz Hardy https://www.royalgazette.com/reinsurance/business/article/20250213/mosaic-launches-combined-general-and-environmental-liability-coverage-form https://imengine.public.prod.rgb.navigacloud.com/?uuid=8bd4e9a8-bf1a-5e7f-a6b2-70023a02fa65&function=fit&type=preview BM en Mosaic Insurance has released a combined environmental product merging primary commercial general liability with a suite of added pollution and professional liability coverages. The new Site Pollution and General Liability form provides primary and excess capabilities with $25 million in excess capacity and is available to retail and wholesale brokers. Mosaic has environmental specialists in London and across the United States. "Mosaic global head of environmental liability Jim Finnamore wants his firm to become the most trusted environmental carrier (Photograph supplied) Mosaic Insurance has released a combined environmental...[+1956 chars]" 2025-02-13T21:02:57 Companies Likely to Stick With Climate Disclosure Despite SEC Rule's Demise Jeff Young https://www.newsweek.com/sec-climate-emissions-disclosure-rule-demise-company-reactions-2030803 https://d.newsweek.com/en/full/2588034/sec-securities-exchange-commission-building.jpg US en The Securities and Exchange Commission announced this week that it will not defend the climate disclosure rule. The rule would have required companies to disclose information about their climate risks and greenhouse gas emissions. Workiva surveyed 1,601 global business leaders for its 2025 Executive Benchmark Survey and 85 percent of them said they will move forward with their climate disclosure plans. "Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Securities and Exchange Commission announced moves this week that will ...[+4636 chars]" 2025-02-13T21:02:51 Diginex announces new AI functionality after winning Government recognition for AI-powered ... Diginex Limited https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/diginex-announces-new-ai-functionality-after-winning-government-recognition-for-ai-powered/article_30d2aeb6-bbf0-5cae-af2c-f00a21a493ff.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Diginex Limited, a Cayman Islands-based impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, announced the development of new AI functionality which is expected to be built leveraging OpenAI's platform. The initial focus will be on helping companies comply with sustainability disclosure requirements set by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). HONG KONG, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company'), a Cayman Islands-based impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governanc...[+1647 chars] 2025-02-13T20:58:25 Brics summit to tackle AI governance, global health and financial reform: Brazil South China Morning Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Brics_summit_to_tackle_AI_governance_global_health_and_finan https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/[] US en "Note from bloc's chair this year reflects plan to promote equitable global governance rather than control by 'just big corporations' than by 'big corporations'. . . ""This year's chair reflects plan of promoting equitable global Governance"". " Note from bloc's chair this year reflects plan to promote equitable global governance rather than control by 'just big corporations'. 2025-02-13T20:34:26 Jamie Dimon Reportedly Says He'll Cut Some ‘Stupid' DEI Costs At JPMorgan Chase—Here Are All The Companies Rolling Back DEI Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/02/13/jamie-dimon-reportedly-says-hell-cut-some-stupid-dei-costs-at-jpmorgan-chase-here-are-all-the-companies-rolling-back-dei https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67ae5723f47ff18d9399e088/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=1909,1073,x0,y14,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon wants to cut'stupid' costs. He was asked about diversity, equity and inclusion programs at a company town hall. The issue of DEI has become a central issue of President Donald Trump's second term. Several companies have rolled back their DEI commitments. PBS has closed its diversity office. Accenture will no longer use diversity targets in hiring and promoting. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said he would cut 'stupid' costs after an employee asked about diversity, equity and inclusion programs at a company town hall, Bloomberg reported, but did not provide s...[+19709 chars] 2025-02-13T20:06:15 Could Ending Wokeism Save the U.S. Economy? Administrator https://www.theburningplatform.com/2025/02/13/could-ending-wokeism-save-the-u-s-economy https://s0.wp.com/i/blank.jpg US en Brandon Smith of alt-market.com proposes an alternative to save the economy. He points to the ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) agenda. He argues that Trump's greatest adversary is the U.S. economy. The solution might come from the very ESG projects that were designed to destroy it. "Guest Post by Brandon Smith The ESG frenzy has plagued American businesses for long enough, leading to complex regulatory requirements and lost profits. Fortunately, the dismantlement of ESG is well u...[+9824 chars]" 2025-02-13T20:05:03 Investor coalition presses asset managers on climate risk Catherine McIntyre https://thelogic.co/briefing/investor-coalition-presses-asset-managers-on-climate-risk https://thelogic.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/WP_Logo.jpg CO en A group of 26 long-term investors with a combined US$1.5 trillion in assets has set new guidelines for asset managers to step up climate action or risk divestment. Catherine McIntyre reports for The Financial Times on this topic.   "By Catherine McIntyre Feb 13, 2025 | 3:05 PM ET A group of 26 long-term investors from around the world with a combined US$1.5 trillion in assets has set new guidelines for asset managers to step up c...[+51 chars]" 2025-02-13T20:01:11 SLB Sustainability Performance Earns Multiple Distinctions Including Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/financial-markets-b759830d4b249312049c3b54e8ab47e6 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en SLB's sustainability performance has earned the company a place on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices for World and North America. The indices measure companies' performance using environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. SLB is one of the top 10% of the largest 2,500 companies based on performance across ESG criteria. "SLB's sustainability performance has earned the company a place on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices for World and North America, a leading benchmark of global sustainability leaders. The Dow Jones ...[+1820 chars]" 2025-02-13T20:00:32 Amazon Studios Quietly Steps Back From Diversity Goals Amid Trump DEI Crackdown Winston Cho https://tvnewscheck.com/business/article/amazon-studios-quietly-steps-back-from-diversity-goals-amid-trump-dei-crackdown https://tvnewscheck.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Amazon_Studios_art.jpg US en The move aligns with a broader retreat from diversity programs amid legal exposure. The new administration aims to eliminate DEI mandates across the private sector, as well as eliminate diversity education programs. Â   in this case, the program will not be funded. The move aligns with a broader retreat from diversity programs amid legal exposure as the new administration aims to eliminate DEI mandates across the private sector. 2025-02-13T19:09:35 The DEI legal reckoning has arrived Jon Miltimore https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/opinion-restoring-america/3319312/the-dei-legal-reckoning-has-arrived https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AP25030706519656-scaled.webp US en Target shares fell 22% during a single day of trading in November. The selloff wiped out $16 billion from Target's market cap. The City of Riviera Beach Police Pension Fund in Florida filed a lawsuit against Target alleging that it defrauded investors into paying inflated stock prices and concealed the risks of its diversity, equity, and inclusion and environmental, social, and governance policies. In January, a federal judge found that American Airlines unlawfully used ESG in its employee retirement plan. This month, the Supreme Court will hear arguments for Marlean Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services. Target shares fell 22% during a single day of trading in November. The retail giant had reported a meager 1% increase in its third quarter, while net income declined 12% to $854 million. The selloff w...[+4479 chars] 2025-02-13T18:30:50 Sharjah announces new tax Staff Writer https://www.arabianbusiness.com/culture-society/sharjah-announces-new-tax https://www.arabianbusiness.com/cloud/2024/07/25/sharjah.jpg AE en Sharjah has announced a new law on the new law. The law will be imposed on the 20% tax and on the sculturiches. The scultiches will be following the laws and scultivirs. They are going to pay the law to the law. "Sharjah has announced a new tax for businesses in the emirate. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued a law on corporate tax for both extract...[+8815 chars]" 2025-02-13T17:53:00 Uni-Fuels Achieves International Sustainability And Carbon Certifications For Sustainable Biofuels BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2392198 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/51e34f410c64b67c0f4015087ab1431a61723c04a56d9 MY en Uni-Fuels Singapore's wholly owned subsidiary has received both ISCC EU and ISCC PLUS certifications. The certifications were granted by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC), a globally recognised independent multi-stakeholder initiative and leading certification system. KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Singapore-headquartered Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited (Uni-Fuels), a global marine fuel solutions provider, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Uni-Fuels Pte Ltd...[+750 chars] 2025-02-13T17:25:50 OUTCROP SILVER AMENDS STOCK OPTION PLAN Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/outcrop_silver_amends_stock_option_plan https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/[] US en Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation's board of directors has approved an amendment to its 10% rolling stock option plan to increase the number of shares that can be exercised to 10% of the company's common stock value. Â For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here. "VANCOUVER, BC, /CNW/ - Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation (TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) (""Outcrop Silver"") announces that the board of directors has approved the adoption of an amendment to its ...[+32 chars]" 2025-02-13T17:21:00 OUTCROP SILVER AMENDS STOCK OPTION PLAN Outcrop Silver https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/outcrop-silver-amends-stock-option-plan-872670628.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2619915/Outcrop_Silver___Gold_Corporation_OUTCROP_SILVER_AMENDS_STOCK_OP.jpg?p=twitter CA en Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation (TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) has adopted an amendment to its 10% rolling stock option plan to change it to a fixed number plan. Outcrop Silver is a leading explorer and developer focused on advancing its flagship Santa Ana high-grade silver project in Colombia. "VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 13, 2025 /CNW/ - Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation (TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) (""Outcrop Silver"") announces that the board of directors has approved the adoption of an ame...[+4710 chars]" 2025-02-13T17:20:49 EssilorLuxottica: Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights Outstanding as of January 31, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/14/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/essilorluxottica-disclosure-of-share-capital-and-voting-rights-outstanding-as-of-january-31-2025/2055633 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/14/540208.png PH en As of January 31, 2025, shares and voting rights outstanding of EssilorLuxottica breaks down as indicated below. For further information, please consult the Prospectus which received Visa No. 18-460 from the AMF on September 28, 2018 and its Securities Note Supplement. The by-laws are available on the website. "Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights Outstanding as of January 31, 2025 (Pursuant to Article L.233-8 II of the French Commercial Code and articles 221-1 and 223-16 of the General Regulations ...[+704 chars]" 2025-02-13T17:17:55 America's Biggest Companies Are Waging A Stealth Campaign To Dismantle DEI @corina-pintado https://digg.com/insider/link/dei-policies-delete-trump-disney-general-motors-pepsi-diversity https://cdn.digg.com/submitted-links/1739466501-Rdj4qWOiID.jpg US en Disney, General Motors, and Pepsico are backing away from diversity initiatives and language. Target, Walmart, McDonald's, Google, and Meta have recently announced major rollbacks of their DEI efforts. On the other hand, JPMorgan and Costco say they're sticking to DEI guns despite Trump-fueled headwinds. "Companies like Disney, General Motors, and Pepsico are quietly backing away from diversity initiatives and language. The Lede In 2020, it was all the rage for corporations to pledge their allegiance t...[+377 chars]" 2025-02-13T17:17:00 'How many agencies to run a country? 99? 450?' Elon Musk's dire threat to delete entire structure TOI World Desk https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/how-many-agencies-to-run-a-country-99-450-elon-musks-dire-threat-to-delete-entire-structure/articleshow/118218031.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-118218035,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-341604,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency wants to delete entire agencies as part of its clean-up operation. There are currently about 450 federal agencies in the United States. President Donald Trump has expressed confidence in Elon Musk and DOGE's rapid action. Elon Musk made a surprise appearance at the Oval Office Tuesday and addressed the media. "Elon Musk explained why he's doing what he's doing and why agencies need to be deleted completely. Elon Musk Thursday hinted that his Department of Government Efficiency will consider deleting entire ...[+2258 chars]" 2025-02-13T17:09:04 AES stock touches 52-week low at $10 amid market challenges https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/aes-stock-touches-52-week-low-at-10-amid-market-challenges/ar-AA1yZRb7 US en AES (NYSE:AES) Corporation's stock has hit a 52-week low, dipping to $10.00. Technical indicators suggest the stock is in oversold territory. OPAL Fuels Inc. has announced the appointment of Kazi Hasan as its new Chief Financial Officer. HSBC initiated coverage on the company with a Buy rating. BofA Securities has initiated coverage with an Underperform rating. AES (NYSE:AES) Corporation's stock has hit a 52-week low, dipping to $10.00, as the energy company grapples with a challenging market environment. According to InvestingPro data, technical indicators ...[+2178 chars] 2025-02-13T17:04:15 Norwegian Wealth Fund's Ethical Investment Debate Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3264016-norwegian-wealth-funds-ethical-investment-debate https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/02_07_2024_13_43_39_2887549.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Norway's central bank governor hints at a possible shift in investment strategy for the nation's $1.8 trillion wealth fund. Current ethical guidelines prohibit investments in defense companies involved in nuclear arms production. Conservative Party advocates revisiting the fund's restrictions, highlighting the significance of defense equipment manufacturers critical to Norway's security. Norway's central bank governor hinted at a possible shift in investment strategy for the nation's $1.8 trillion wealth fund during a Thursday address. The fund's current ethical guidelines, establishe...[+838 chars] 2025-02-13T17:02:55 Leadership Shake-Up at Religare Enterprises Amid Burman Takeover Bid Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3264012-leadership-shake-up-at-religare-enterprises-amid-burman-takeover-bid https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/20_06_2024_07_47_51_1886178.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Rashmi Saluja stepped down as executive chairperson of Religare Enterprises. 97% of shareholder votes against her reappointment. Praveen Kumar Tripathi was appointed as the new non-executive independent chairperson until June 30, 2025. The Burman family wants to increase their stake in the company from 25.12% to 53.94%. The open offer is facing legal obstacles. Religare Enterprises announced a leadership change on Thursday as executive chairperson Rashmi Saluja failed to secure shareholder approval for her reappointment and stepped down from her position. Th...[+803 chars] 2025-02-13T17:01:49 CABEI debuts in Sterling Market PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/CABEI_debuts_in_Sterling_Market https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gyJt5etQw3c/0.jpg US en CABEI's debut in sterling strengthens its position as a global ESG bond issuer. The transaction has high potential for financing social, green, and blue initiatives. It is also a testament of the growing collaboration between CABEi, its member countries and the United Kingdom. CABEI's debut in sterling strengthens its position as a global ESG bond issuer. This unprecedented transaction has high potential for financing social, green, and blue initiatives.TEGUCIGALPA, Hondura...[+152 chars] 2025-02-13T16:56:51 Non-Financial Statement (Nestlé SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/NonFinancial_Statement_Nestle_SA https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WeiM_vffWAw/0.jpg US en )Non-Financial Statement 2024Introduction Part 1 - General Disclosures Part 2 - Environmental and Social Disclosure Part 3 - Social Disclosure and Part 4 - Governance Disclosure. Appendix 1 - 2024 Reporting Scope and Methodology for the Non-Financial statement 2024. )Non-Financial Statement 2024Introduction Part 1 - General Disclosures Part 2 - Environmental Disclosures Part 3 - Social Disclosures Part 4 - Governance Disclosures About this Report Appendix 1 - 202...[+37 chars] 2025-02-13T16:53:24 'SEC Hits Pause on Defense of Climate Disclosure Rule', By Dylan Tokar and Perry Cleveland-Peck Dylan Tokar https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/sec-hits-pause-on-defense-of-climate https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F706d9910-9eae-437a-8035-9afc8a159df4_700x466.jpeg US en SEC Hits Pause on Defense of Climate Disclosure Rule. Acting Chair Mark Uyeda said he has directed staff to ask that an appeals court delay arguments while commissioners deliberate on next steps. In March last year, the SEC approved new requirements that public companies disclose their greenhouse-gas emissions. A coalition of 10 states opposed the watered-down rule in court. "SEC Hits Pause on Defense of Climate Disclosure Rule Acting Chair Mark Uyeda said he has directed staff to ask that an appeals court delay arguments while commissioners deliberate on next steps By and...[+3475 chars]" 2025-02-13T16:34:58 Siemens shareholders reject proposal to allow virtual AGMs Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/siemens-shareholders-reject-proposal-allow-163458143.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/f6ffbb2075d89954a85e532ed192fd48 US en Siemens' board lost its attempt to allow the company to continue to hold virtual AGMs in future. Chairman Jim Hagemann Snabe was re-elected to the company's board for another two years. Former Nestle and Fresenius CEO Mark Schneider was also elected to the supervisory board. "ZURICH (Reuters) - Siemens' board lost its attempt on Thursday to allow the company to continue to hold virtual AGMs in future without the physical presence of investors. Some 71% of shareholders appr...[+1141 chars]" 2025-02-13T16:00:00 Trump's climate retreat impacts New Zealand https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/02/14/trumps-climate-retreat-impacts-new-zealand https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/02/14/3166174.jpg MY en New Zealand's government has taken a more cautious climate policy than its predecessors. The government has rolled back curbs on fossil fuels, loosened emissions regulations for the agriculture sector and criticised banks over their restrictions on lending. New Zealand is one of the first advanced economies to set a legally-binding net-zero emissions target. "WELLINGTON: New Zealand may already be giving the world a glimpse of what global climate policy will look like in the Trump era. The South Pacific nation, one of the first advanced economies to set a ...[+6177 chars]" 2025-02-13T15:57:23 EU's Disinformation Code moves closer to becoming DSA benchmark Natasha Lomas https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eu-disinformation-code-moves-closer-155723864.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/pVpdH2Y6HpwOA4kOzMD2dw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02ODY-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/techcrunch_350/7abefe86dae4304b9aee106c01e34867 US en The EU's Digital Services Act (DSA) requires platforms to take steps to mitigate systemic risks. The Code provides a template to follow in this area. The Commission and other DSA regulators moved closer to integrating the Code into the DSA's legally binding framework on Thursday. Staying on the right side of the European Union's online rulebook when it comes to the slippery topic of disinformation is set to get easier for platforms that commit to the bloc's long-standing Code ...[+1423 chars] 2025-02-13T15:56:05 Sebi Seeks Public Feedback on Draft Norms for ESG Rating Providers PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-seeks-public-feedback-on-draft-norms-for-esg-rating-providers-6641223.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/news-default-img-784x441.jpg IN en Market regulator Sebi has issued a draft circular seeking public comments on the proposed guidelines aiming to strengthen the framework for environmental, social, and governance rating providers (ERPs). The regulator has invited public comments by March 6. The ERPs operating under a subscriber-pays model will be permitted to withdraw ratings only if there are no existing subscribers at the time of withdrawal. New Delhi, Feb 13 (PTI) Markets regulator Sebi on Thursday issued a draft circular seeking public comments on the proposed guidelines aiming to strengthen the framework for environmental, social, and ...[+2701 chars] 2025-02-13T15:49:00 Religare Enterprises' executive chairperson Rashmi Saluja ceases to be the director of the company ET Online https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/religare-enterprises-executive-chairperson-rashmi-saluja-ceases-to-be-the-director-of-the-company/articleshow/118215861.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118215846,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-33070,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Dr. Rashmi Saluja will step down as the Director of Religare Enterprises effective February 7, 2025, as the Executive Chairperson of the company, effective Thursday, said the company in a statement on Thursday. She will be succeeded by Dr. Ravi Agrawal. "Religare Enterprises ' Executive Chairperson, Dr. Rashmi Saluja , will step down as the Director of the company, effective February 7, 2025, said the company in a statement on Thursday. (More to come)" 2025-02-13T15:27:44 Goldman Sachs Latest in Retreat From DEI Initiatives The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Goldman_Sachs_Latest_in_Retreat_From_DEI_Initiatives https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Y7yGF0RoO14/0.jpg US en Goldman Sachs is the latest corporation to scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. The bank ended its formal board diversity policy as a result of legal developments related to board diversity requirements. There is a growing trend of companies reassessing such programs in response to legal and political developments. Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has become the latest major corporation to scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, joining a growing trend of companies reassessing such pro...[+163 chars] 2025-02-13T15:13:00 UNI-FUELS AWARDED INTERNATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CARBON CERTIFICATIONS, REINFORCING COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABLE MARINE FUEL TRADING BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/press/news.php?id=2392095 https://www.bernama.com/en/img/bernama.png MY en Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: UFG) is a global provider of marine fuel solutions headquartered in Singapore. Its wholly owned subsidiary, Uni- Fuels Pte Ltd, has received both ISCC EU and ISCC PLUS certifications from the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification. SINGAPORE, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: UFG), ('Uni-Fuels' or the 'Company'), a global provider of marine fuel solutions headquartered in Singapore, today announced that the...[+949 chars] 2025-02-13T15:02:00 HSBC Malta unaware of potential sale until day it was announced: CEO Neville Borg https://timesofmalta.com/article/hsbc-malta-unaware-potential-sale-day-announced-ceo.1105127 https://cdn-attachments.timesofmalta.com/13494c2010d127b8d376ae7d7eaa1c6ae5863a2e-1739458329-a5e04881-1200x630.jpg MT en HSBC Continental Europe holds 70% of the bank's shares. The remaining 30% is in the hands of individual shareholders. The majority shareholder, HSBC Continental Europe, was carrying out a'strategic review' of its operations with an eye to selling the bank. HSBC Malta was only told of the potential sale on the day it was announced. The shareholders packed a conference room at the Corintha St. George hotel hoping to learn more about the sale. The HSBC Malta board is not involved in the negotiations. "HSBC Malta was only told of the bank's potential sale on the day it was announced, CEO Geoffrey Fichte told the bank's shareholders at a rowdy meeting held on Thursday morning. Fichte was speaking at ...[+5886 chars]" 2025-02-13T15:00:07 Disney adds to growing list of companies rolling back on DEI Jane Park https://asamnews.com/2025/02/13/diversity-equity-inclusion-trump-corporate-bob-iger https://asamnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Walt-Disney-.jpg US en Disney is changing its diversity, equity and inclusion policies to focus more on business goals. The company will no longer use the 'Diversity & Inclusion' performance factor that assessed executive compensation. The Reimagine Tomorrow website will be rebranded as 'MyDisneyToday' in line with the new policy. "Disney is the latest corporation to revisit its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives amid the Trump administration's anti-DEI stances that have transformed the landscape of corporate America. I...[+2707 chars]" 2025-02-13T14:55:00 How Big Companies Are Scaling Back On Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – A Key Issue For Trump Shilpy Bisht https://www.news18.com/explainers/how-big-companies-are-scaling-back-on-diversity-equity-inclusion-a-key-issue-for-trump-explained-9226324.html https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2025/02/Donald-Trump-Reuters-Executive-Orders-2025-02-641c6bda15e112d049e367020fd97868-16x9.jpg IN en Some top companies are rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. President Trump has made DEI a key issue in his second term and issued an executive order to end the programmes under it. Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, McDonalds, Pepsi, Meta, Amazon, Google, Disney and Walmart have started rolling back on their DEI programmes. However, Apple, Costco, Deutsche Bank said publicly they will support DEI policies. "Last Updated: Top companies like Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, McDonalds, Pepsi, Meta, Amazon, Google, Disney and Walmart have started rolling back on their DEI programmes. However, Apple, Costco, Deutsche...[+8123 chars]" 2025-02-13T14:40:03 The past five years for Ecovyst (NYSE:ECVT) investors has not been profitable Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/past-five-years-ecovyst-nyse-144003029.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/ef975e11af88470f7f200c4452d777bf US en Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE:ECVT) saw its share price fall 46% in the last five years. The company's earnings per share dropped by 6.9% each year. The market is more cautious about the business these days. Its shareholders are down 13% for the year, but the market is up 23%. For many, the main point of investing is to generate higher returns than the overall market. But even the best stock picker will only win with some selections. At this point some shareholders may be q...[+3950 chars] 2025-02-13T14:29:13 Goldman Sachs Latest in Retreat From DEI Initiatives Rudy Blalock https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/goldman-sachs-latest-in-retreat-from-dei-initiatives-5809463 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/02/13/id5809464-GettyImages-1423412150-Goldman-Sachs-1080x720.jpg US en Goldman Sachs is the latest company to scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. Google has rescinded its 2020 goal to increase underrepresented groups in leadership by 30 percent within five years. Walmart confirmed in November 2024 that it would not renew its commitment to a racial equity center established in 2020. McDonald's recently announced the retirement of specific diversity goals for senior leadership and the end of a program encouraging supplier diversity. Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has become the latest major corporation to scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, joining a growing trend of companies reassessing such pro...[+3606 chars] 2025-02-13T14:20:55 Al Jouf Cement shareholders to vote on filing lawsuit against 3 ex-board members on March 6 Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1789985 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/2a4418ca-2fda-4234-9bca-4010171d409d.png SA en Al Jouf Cement's extraordinary general meeting (EGM) on March 6 will vote on filing a lawsuit against three ex-board members for financial and administrative frauds. Other agenda items include authorizing the CEO to take all necessary regulatory and contractual measures to file the lawsuit before the competent authorities and writing off the statutory reserve amounting to SAR 92.95 million. Al Jouf Cement Co. 's extraordinary general meeting (EGM) on March 6 will vote on filing a lawsuit against three ex-board members for violations conducted within the period from the company's TASI lis...[+1154 chars] 2025-02-13T14:10:10 Gravity Appoints Tyler Davey as CEO to Drive Public Sector Finance Innovation Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/gravity-appoints-tyler-davey-as-ceo-to-drive-public-sector-finance-innovation https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/bw20250213789050_pro-fquq46mb.jpeg CA en Tyler Davey has been appointed CEO of Gravity, a leading cloud-based financial and disclosure management platform for state and local governments. Gravity has become a trusted partner to hundreds of government agencies, helping them manage and report on over $300 billion in public funds with accuracy, transparency and efficiency. "Article content Gravity strengthens leadership team to expand reach, enhance transparency, and accelerate product innovation Trusted by agencies across the United States, Gravity's platform has helped...[+595 chars]" 2025-02-13T14:10:10 Gravity Appoints Tyler Davey as CEO to Drive Public Sector Finance Innovation Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/gravity-appoints-tyler-davey-as-ceo-to-drive-public-sector-finance-innovation https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/bw20250213789050_pro-fquq46mb.jpeg CA en Tyler Davey has been appointed CEO of Gravity, a leading cloud-based financial and disclosure management platform for state and local governments. Gravity's platform has helped reduce reporting time by up to 85% and lower costs by 5%. Gravity has become a trusted partner to hundreds of government agencies, helping them manage and report on over $300 billion in public funds with accuracy, transparency and efficiency. "Breadcrumb Trail Links Article content Trusted by agencies across the United States, Gravity's platform has helped reduce reporting time by up to 85% and lower costs by 5% through enhanced accuracy an...[+4489 chars]" 2025-02-13T14:10:10 Gravity Appoints Tyler Davey as CEO to Drive Public Sector Finance Innovation Business Wire https://www.saultstar.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/gravity-appoints-tyler-davey-as-ceo-to-drive-public-sector-finance-innovation https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/bw20250213789050_pro-fquq46mb.jpeg CA en Tyler Davey has been appointed as the new CEO of Gravity Business Wire. Gravity is a cloud-based financial and disclosure management platform for state and local governments. It has helped reduce reporting time by up to 85% and lower costs by 5%. Gravity has become a trusted partner to hundreds of government agencies, helping them manage and report on over $300 billion in public funds. "Published Feb 13, 2025 • 3 minute read Tyler Davey, Chief Executive Officer, Gravity Business Wire Gravity strengthens leadership team to expand reach, enhance transparency, and accelerate product inn...[+5743 chars]" 2025-02-13T14:05:00 Cisco: Global Cooperation Will Shape a Future Prioritizing Innovation, Resilience, and Inclusivity Mary de https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cisco-global-cooperation-shape-future-140500249.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/27feafa39e002c217b47b24dea0dcb23 US en Mary de Wysocki attended the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Sustainability is an important priority for Cisco Systems. It is important to reduce our footprint on the planet, amplify our handprint and lead with a heartprint that inspires collaboration and purpose. "By Mary de Wysocki NORTHAMPTON, MA / / February 13, 2025 / I had the privilege of attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where leaders, innovators, and changemakers came together to...[+1438 chars]" 2025-02-13T13:44:16 The future of DE&I: Are businesses ready to move beyond the buzzwords? David Johnson https://www.maddyness.com/uk/2025/02/13/the-future-of-dei-are-businesses-ready-to-move-beyond-the-buzzwords https://www.maddyness.com/uk/app/uploads/2025/01/Events-not-to-Miss-1024x451.png FR en The Evolution of DE&I: What's Next for Inclusion? is a panel discussion featuring leading voices in sustainability, people and culture, and corporate impact. Maddyness is a proud media partner for this event. Experts will break down the biggest shifts shaping the DE & I landscape. As we look ahead, the future of DE&I will depend on how well businesses move from intention to action . Emerging challenges, from economic inclusion to ESG integration, demand bold, strategic shifts—n...[+5714 chars] 2025-02-13T13:13:24 Activist hedge fund reportedly amasses £3.8bn stake in BP Jillian Ambrose https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/feb/13/activist-hedge-fund-reportedly-amasses-38bn-stake-in-bp https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/c7d30b064f6d482dafe5abaf75f9de42e0b85976/0_73_3610_2167/master/3610.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=1cc159e3ebc0910a9ab38af49700318e GB en Activist hedge fund targeting BP has amassed a stake in the oil company worth almost £3.8bn, or 5% of its shares, to become its third biggest shareholder. Elliott Management is expected to use its grip on the 120-year-old company to demand sweeping changes, including a potential break-up of the company. BP lost almost a quarter of its market value in the past two years. The hedge fund is also expected to insist on a boardroom cull to oust BP's leadership. "The activist hedge fund targeting BP has amassed a stake in the oil company worth almost £3.8bn, or 5% of its shares, to become its third biggest shareholder, according to reports. Elliott Management ...[+2537 chars]" 2025-02-13T13:11:56 Spreadex adjusts stake in Xeros Technology Group https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/spreadex-adjusts-stake-in-xeros-technology-group/ar-AA1yYF4F US en Spreadex Ltd, a UK-based financial trading company, has altered its holdings in Xeros Technology Group PLC. Spreadex now holds 5.3909% of the voting rights attached to shares and 1.3525% through financial instruments, including contracts for difference (CFDs) and spread bets, totaling 6.7434%. This change represents a reduction from 7.4923% combined voting rights in the previous notification. LONDON - Spreadex Ltd, a UK-based financial trading company, has altered its holdings in Xeros Technology Group PLC, according to a regulatory filing with the London Stock Exchange (LON:LSEG). As of F...[+2019 chars] 2025-02-13T13:02:51 Dan Duda Joins Ownership Team at Churchill Stateside Group Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/dan-duda-joins-ownership-team-at-churchill-stateside-group/article_b282c44c-10d1-5fea-acc0-14647214302f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Dan Duda has become a partial owner of Churchill Stateside Group, LLC. He joins Keith Gloeckl, CEO, and Devin Sanderson, President and COO as part of CSG's ownership team. This page requires Javascript to be able to read premium content. "CLEARWATER, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 13, 2025-- Churchill Stateside Group, LLC (CSG), a real estate and renewable financial services company, is proud to announce that Dan Duda, Senior Vice Presiden...[+3567 chars]" 2025-02-13T13:02:23 Dan Duda Joins Ownership Team at Churchill Stateside Group Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/dan-duda-joins-ownership-team-at-churchill-stateside-group/article_bd680fb6-6a73-58d3-8d4b-b45816515e19.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Dan Duda has become a partial owner of Churchill Stateside Group, LLC. He joins Keith Gloeckl, CEO, and Devin Sanderson, President and COO as part of CSG's ownership team. CSG is a real estate and renewable financial services company. "CLEARWATER, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 13, 2025-- Churchill Stateside Group, LLC (CSG), a real estate and renewable financial services company, is proud to announce that Dan Duda, Senior Vice Presiden...[+185 chars]" 2025-02-13T13:00:00 Desjardins announces February 2025 cash distributions for some ETFs Français Desjardins Group https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/desjardins-announces-february-2025-cash-distributions-for-some-etfs-864009557.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) announced the February 2025 cash distributions for some Desjardin's ETFs listed on the TSX. Unitholders of record on February 21, 2025, will receive cash distributions payable for these ETFs on February 28, 2025. , Feb. 13, 2025 /CNW/ - Desjardins Investments Inc. (DI), acting as manager for Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), today announced the February 2025 cash distributions for some Desjardins ETFs l...[+4113 chars] 2025-02-13T12:51:07 Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) Shares Sold by Northeast Investment Management Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/13/exxon-mobil-co-nysexom-shares-sold-by-northeast-investment-management.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exxon-mobil-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20221020141849&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Northeast Investment Management trimmed its holdings in shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM) by 2.3% in the fourth quarter. The fund owned 186,945 shares of the oil and gas company's stock after selling 4,493 shares during the quarter. Northeast Investment Management's holdings in Exxon Mobil were worth $20,110,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently modified their holdings of the company. Northeast Investment Management trimmed its holdings in shares of Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM ) by 2.3% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Co...[+3198 chars] 2025-02-13T12:45:00 Council Post: Why Conscious Leadership Is The Future Of Organizational Success Ashley B. Stewart https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbescoachescouncil/2025/02/13/why-conscious-leadership-is-the-future-of-organizational-success https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67ad21a20fa49c97cc5d2333/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Ashley B. Stewart is the Founder & Managing Partner of The Corvian Group. She believes conscious leadership is a transformative approach that fosters collaboration, innovation and increased employee engagement. She recommends seven steps to integrate diversity, equity and inclusion into company culture. "Ashley B. Stewart is the Founder & Managing Partner of The Corvian Group. getty The modern workplace is at a crossroads, with leaders facing challenges that demand a new approach. One of those challen...[+5757 chars]" 2025-02-13T12:35:41 Religare Enterprise Leadership Shake-Up: Rashmi Saluja Steps Down Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3263535-religare-enterprise-leadership-shake-up-rashmi-saluja-steps-down https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/11_06_2022_08_00_42_7820292.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Rashmi Saluja, Religare Enterprises' executive chairman, will cease to be a director on the board effective February 7, 2025. The Burmans' revealed plans to acquire an additional 26 per cent stake in the company through an open offer. In a significant development, Religare Enterprises announced that Rashmi Saluja, its executive chairman, will cease to be a director on the board following the absence of shareholder approval for her ...[+345 chars] 2025-02-13T12:30:46 Pakistan takes measures for consumer protection in non-banking microfinance sector Staff Report https://pakobserver.net/pakistan-takes-measures-for-consumer-protection-in-non-banking-microfinance-sector https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SECP.webp PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has announced a series of initiatives to empower women and strengthen consumer protection within the non-banking microfinance sector. The measures include comprehensive consumer protection principles, reporting of gender-disaggregated data and gender sensitization trainings. ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has announced a series of initiatives designed to empower women and strengthen consumer protection within the non-banking microfinance se...[+1877 chars] 2025-02-13T12:30:18 Hong Kong to ease IPO rules for mainland Chinese firms Daniel Ren https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3298586/hong-kong-ease-ipo-rules-mainland-chinese-firms-boost-global-ambitions https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/02/13/c0da75bd-4356-422e-bd8f-27ee4276047b_56d816b3.jpg?itok=kiz3klb1&v=1739449816 HK en Regulators in Hong Kong want to ease listing requirements for mainland Chinese companies. They want to lower the fundraising threshold, optimise market structure and improve corporate governance. The statement is expected to spark enthusiasm among mainland firms for initial public offerings (IPOs) in the city's stock market. "Published: 8:30pm, 13 Feb 2025 Updated: 8:44pm, 13 Feb 2025 Hong Kong's financial regulators have pledged to ease listing requirements for mainland Chinese companies, as they eye the city's stock mark...[+1058 chars]" 2025-02-13T12:12:38 WGS: UAE Government launches third edition of Global Councils on Sustainable Development Goals Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/WGS_UAE_Government_launches_third_edition_of_Global_Councils https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Y7yGF0RoO14/0.jpg US en The UAE Government has launched the third cohort of the Global Councils on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of the 12th World Government Summit 2025, held in Dubai, on 13th February, 2025. UrduPoint, Pakistan Point News and WAM are reporting from Dubai. DUBAI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 13th Feb, 2025) The UAE Government has launched the third cohort of the Global Councils on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of the 12th Worl...[+39 chars] 2025-02-13T12:04:25 Elliott builds $5 billion stake in BP, Financial Times reports Reuters https://www.msn.com/en-ca/money/topstories/elliott-builds-5-billion-stake-in-bp-financial-times-reports/ar-AA1yYnHe US en Activist investor Elliott Management has disclosed a near 5% stake of about 3.8 billion pounds ($4.75 billion) in BP. BP's shares fell 1.3% to 462.5 pence after the report. BlackRock and Vanguard hold larger stakes in the energy major, at 9% and 5%. (Reuters) -Activist investor Elliott Management has disclosed a near 5% stake of about 3.8 billion pounds ($4.75 billion) in BP, making it the oil company's third-largest shareholder, the Financial Ti...[+1138 chars] 2025-02-13T12:03:05 EnviroGold Global Announces Financing Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/envirogold-global-announces-financing https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1Nzg5NyM2NzQ5NTkwIzIwODk1NTU= CA en EnviroGold Global Limited intends to complete a non-brokered private placement for gross proceeds of up to $4,000,000. The Company will be issuing units in the capital of the Company at price of $0.10 per Unit. Each Unit will be comprised of one common share and one half of one transferrable common share purchase warrant (with two such half warrants being a 'Warrant'). "Article content TORONTO, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold', or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mi...[+751 chars]" 2025-02-13T12:02:38 Diversity and inclusion help businesses thrive. This is no time to ditch DEI Tina Cannon https://www.statesman.com/story/opinion/columns/2025/02/13/dropping-dei-is-bad-for-texas-business-could-cost-billions-opinion/78431468007 https://www.statesman.com/gcdn/presto/2022/08/20/NAAS/14ac0e85-f51b-4588-8aae-e97cfc68461e-Austin_Pride_Festival_SED_012.JPG?crop=1736,977,x0,y9&width=1736&height=977&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en There is a backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. Corporations are backing away from DEI and supplier diversity programs. The Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce offers a service to connect companies with high-quality, LGBTQ-owned businesses. It offers a supplier matchmaking service. Across the country, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs are under attack. From corporate backpedaling on supplier diversity goals to government efforts to roll back LGBTQ+ protections, the ...[+4157 chars] 2025-02-13T12:00:00 Montrose Environmental Group Announces Timing Of Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2024 Results Montrose Environmental Group https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/conference_call_announcements/montrose-environmental-group-announces-timing-of-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results/article_d1ebb5ca-414e-5768-9345-64c3b73d7340.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/e8/5e8b207c-a1bf-55be-ba1a-21912faab8a7/67ade28a495c8.image.jpg?crop=239%2C239%2C630%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. announced today the planned dates for its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 results and conference call. The company is based in Little Rock, Ark., and traded on the NYSE as MEG (NYSE: MEG). "LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. (the ""Company,"" ""Montrose"" or ""MEG"") (NYSE: MEG) announced today the planned dates for its fourth-quarter and full-y...[+37 chars]" 2025-02-13T11:25:05 Elon Musk wants to tear out entire federal agencies: ‘It's like a weed. If you don't remove the roots, the weed will grow back' Eleanor Pringle https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/smallbusiness/elon-musk-wants-to-tear-out-entire-federal-agencies-it-s-like-a-weed-if-you-don-t-remove-the-roots-the-weed-will-grow-back/ar-AA1yYte7 US en Elon Musk is the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). He wants to eliminate entire agencies in order to improve government efficiency. Musk is worth $384 billion. He is also the richest man on the planet. He was speaking at the 2025 World Governments Summit in Dubai. "Elon Musk's plans for government efficiency just got a whole lot bigger: He says he'll need to delete entire agencies in order to achieve his goal in the long term. Speaking at the 2025 World Governme...[+3728 chars]" 2025-02-13T11:23:12 Sinch shares soar 15% on strong 4Q results https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/sinch-shares-soar-15-on-strong-4q-results/ar-AA1yYabt US en "Shares of Sinch AB (STO:SINCH) leaped 15% following the release of its fourth-quarter earnings. The company reported a gross profit that was 1% higher than MSe and 3% above consensus. CEO Laurinda Pang attributed the success to ""successful supplier negotiations and the passing on a remaining price increases."" Jonas Dahlberg will be the new CFO, effective no later than April 1, 2025. Thomas Heath will step down as Chief Strategy Officer starting April 1. Morgan Stanley expects the shares to outperform the market today." Investing.com -- Shares of Sinch AB (STO:SINCH) leaped 15% following the release of its fourth-quarter earnings, which surpassed both Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) estimates (MSe) and consensus expectation...[+2241 chars] 2025-02-13T11:20:23 Dowgate Capital increases stake in Xeros Technology Group https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/dowgate-capital-increases-stake-in-xeros-technology-group/ar-AA1yYabj US en Dowgate Capital Limited has increased its shareholding in Xeros Technology Group PLC to 13.156280%, up from 11.420000%. The company specializes in the development of polymer-based technologies aimed at transforming water-intensive industrial and commercial processes. LONDON - Dowgate Capital Limited, under its parent company Dowgate Group Limited, has crossed a significant threshold in its shareholding of Xeros Technology Group PLC, a UK-based company. On February...[+1808 chars] 2025-02-13T11:16:16 MSPO to undertake slew of initiatives to boslter nation's palm oil industry Syakirah Nor https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/02/1174626/mspo-undertake-slew-initiatives-boslter-nations-palm-oil-industry https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/114582160.jpg_1739445366.jpg MY en Malaysia Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) has outlined a series of initiatives to bolster the sustainability and global competitiveness of the nation's palm oil industry. The agency plans to collaborate with fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies to boost the visibility of the MSPO certificate and engage industry stakeholders. It also rolled out its upgraded certification standard, MSPo 2.0 on January 1 this year. "KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) has outlined a series of initiatives to bolster the sustainability and global competitiveness of the nation's palm oil industry. The agency plans to ...[+1499 chars]" 2025-02-13T11:14:55 Kingsview Wealth Management LLC Has $839,000 Stock Position in Exelon Co. (NASDAQ:EXC) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/13/kingsview-wealth-management-llc-has-839000-stock-position-in-exelon-co-nasdaqexc.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/exelon-co-logo-1200x675.png?v=20231031132037&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Kingsview Wealth Management LLC increased its stake in Exelon Co. (NASDAQ:EXC) by 13.2% in the 4th quarter. The institutional investor owned 22,290 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 2,603 shares during the quarter. Nordea Investment Management AB bought 2,501,392 shares of Exelons worth $94,152,000 during the fourth quarter. State Street Corp bought 60,169,219 shares worth $2,439,862,000. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. bought 1,903,482 shares. Kingsview Wealth Management LLC increased its stake in Exelon Co. (NASDAQ:EXC ) by 13.2% in the 4th quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The institutional investor owned 22,290 shares of the company's st...[+4310 chars] 2025-02-13T11:09:00 Adapt and Advance: Sustainable Solutions and Resilience in a Shifting World Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/adapt-advance-sustainable-solutions-resilience-110900382.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/afea5812b4607c98de65bf3f021b625b US en Reuters Events is hosting a webinar aimed at providing sustainability leaders with actionable strategies to elevate sustainability from a peripheral concern to a core business driver. The webinar is an opportunity for organizations to drive meaningful change and integrate sustainability into the core of their business operations. New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - February 13, 2025) - As the strategic importance of sustainability continues to grow, many organizations find it challenging to integrate these practices across a...[+1665 chars] 2025-02-13T10:48:45 America's wokest company Disney reverses DEI policies, makes major changes to classic films Pop Culture https://tribune.com.pk/story/2528318/americas-wokest-company-disney-reverses-dei-policies-makes-major-changes-to-classic-films https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/befunky-collage-111739443396-0/befunky-collage-111739443396-0.jpg PK en Disney is revising its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The company is removing content warnings from several classic films on Disney+. The Aristocats, The Jungle Book, and Lady and the Tramp had been flagged for racial and cultural stereotypes. Disney is also eliminating the DEI factor in executive compensation and dissolving the Reimagine Tomorrow initiative. Disney is making major changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, including the removal of content warnings from several classic films on Disney+. The company, long associated wit...[+1975 chars] 2025-02-13T10:36:48 Sobha project gets Singapore's Green Mark SLE certification https://tradearabia.com/news/CONS_430884.html https://tradearabia.com/source/2025/02/13/sobha8.jpg?01:51:00pm BH en Sobha Realty's flagship Dubai project, Sobha One, has been awarded the prestigious Green Mark Platinum Super Low Energy (SLE) certification by Singapore's Building and Construction Authority. It is the first building outside Singapore to earn this distinction. It has also been recognised with the Whole Life Carbon badge in testament to the project's dedication to eco-conscious design. Sobha Realty, a leading global luxury real estate developer, has announced that its flagship Dubai project, Sobha One, has been awarded the prestigious Green Mark Platinum Super Low Energy (SLE) certi...[+2209 chars] 2025-02-13T10:18:00 29 Philippine companies rank among TIME's best in Asia-Pacific for 2025 Dominique Nicole Flores https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/02/13/2421301/29-philippine-companies-rank-among-times-best-asia-pacific-2025 https://media.philstar.com/photos/2022/02/03/makati-building-lightsa_2022-02-03_18-09-27.jpg PH en Time magazine has named 29 Philippine companies among the World's Best Companies of 2025 in the Asia-Pacific region. DBS Bank of Singapore emerged as the region's top-performing company, followed by Malaysia's Maybank and South Korea's Kia. Ayala Corp. was the only one to achieve an overall score above 90. "MANILA, Philippines — American news magazine TIME has named 29 Philippine companies among the World's Best Companies of 2025 in the Asia-Pacific region. The list ranks 500 firms based on a Employee sa...[+1560 chars]" 2025-02-13T10:17:15 Despite not paying taxes, Exxon boss says profit sharing and royalty is same as giving Guyana tax Davina Bagot https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/13/despite-not-paying-taxes-exxon-boss-says-profit-sharing-and-royalty-is-same-as-giving-guyana-tax https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/02/Routledge-1-150x150.jpg GY en Guyana has lost over US$10B in corporate taxes as a result of the lopsided terms of the 2016 Production Sharing Agreement (PSA). President of ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL), Alistair Routledge said the country is ultimately receiving taxes through the profit share arrangement and 2% royalty requirements. "'In effect, that profit sharing royalty is tax…so would you prefer to have 25% income tax or 52% plus of revenues effective tax to the state from the PSA?'- EMGL President, Alistair Routledge Kaieteur...[+3274 chars]" 2025-02-13T10:04:15 LR: New ECAs for Mediterranean Sea, Canadian Arctic & Norwegian Sea SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/LR_New_ECAs_for_Mediterranean_Sea_Canadian_Arctic_Norwegian_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/[] US en Lloyd's Register informs about three new Emissions Control Areas for Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) and Sulphur Oxide (SOx) that will be introduced due to the MARPOL Annex VI amendments. The existing NOx and SOx ECAs are the North. Lloyd's Register (LR) informs about three new Emissions Control Areas (ECAs) for Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) and Sulphur Oxides (SOx) that will be introduced due to the MARPOL Annex VI amendments.The existi...[+33 chars] 2025-02-13T09:57:27 UK water retailer retains global gold sustainability award Scott Douglas https://www.scotsman.com/business/uk-water-retailer-retains-global-gold-sustainability-award-4989010 https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOmM4ZmRiYThmLWYwY2MtNGM4NS1iZTJjLWNjNDJkNzIzYTMyYzoxYzkyMDdiMi1mMDYyLTRlZWYtYmUwYy1kMGNhMzliN2ExOGE=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Edinburgh-based Business Stream increased its score from 74/100 last year to 80/100 (awarded in January 2025). This included achieving a score of 86/100 in the environment category. Business Stream recently became the first water retailer to join the UN Global Compact. "One of the UK's largest water retailers has increased its score from the world's largest sustainability assessors, placing the company in the 98th percentile of companies assessed globally. Sign up to...[+2184 chars]" 2025-02-13T09:54:16 Deregulation doesn't equal growth: Why EU corporate sustainability frameworks must be preserved Andrew Prag https://www.businessgreen.com/opinion/4409744/deregulation-doesnt-equal-growth-eu-corporate-sustainability-frameworks-preserved https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/5684200/96dd10ed-db10-4714-ba9e-6f0e71c3f0e6/1/andrew-prag-370x229.jpg GB en The EU is a leader in corporate sustainability. Getting companies to better understand their supply chains enables them to be more competitive and more sustainable, says the EU's Commissioner for Industry and Entrepreneurship, Margrethe Agostini. . The EU is a leader in corporate sustainability, underpinned by its world-leading regulatory environment. Getting companies to better understand their supply chains enables them to be more competitive ...[+6 chars] 2025-02-13T09:17:01 America's biggest companies are waging a stealth campaign to dismantle DEI https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/america-s-biggest-companies-are-waging-a-stealth-campaign-to-dismantle-dei/ar-AA1yXO5n US en Target, Walmart, McDonald's, Google, and Meta have recently announced major rollbacks of their diversity and inclusion efforts. JPMorgan and Costco say they're sticking to their DEI guns. Some companies have simply scrubbed mentions of them in their annual 10-K financial reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In 2020, it was all the rage for corporations to pledge their allegiance to diversity and inclusion. In 2025, it's very much in vogue to declare that they're no longer into that kind of stuff. Compani...[+27725 chars] 2025-02-13T09:17:01 The stealth war on DEI Emily Stewart https://www.businessinsider.com/dei-policies-delete-trump-disney-general-motors-pepsi-diversity-target-2025-2 https://i.insider.com/67ad11636630eb10385c7422?width=1200&format=jpeg US en Target, Walmart, McDonald's, Google, and Meta have recently announced major rollbacks of their diversity and inclusion efforts. On the other hand, companies including JPMorgan and Costco are sticking to their DEI guns despite the Trump-fueled headwinds. Some companies have made splashy announcements about their diversity plans, while others have simply scrubbed mentions of them from their annual reports. In 2020, it was all the rage for corporations to pledge their allegiance to diversity and inclusion. In 2025, it's very much in vogue to declare that they're no longer into that kind of stuff. Compani...[+13710 chars] 2025-02-13T08:43:25 Hong Kong's MBA programmes are showing the way for tomorrow's leaders Jacqueline Kot https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3298526/showing-way-tomorrows-leaders-how-hong-kongs-mba-programmes-are-nurturing-talent-will-change https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/02/13/b63d31aa-5c7f-42c4-8e55-04ffa1a8f309_1a10dde8.jpg?itok=dIPAB8hx&v=1739436201 HK en Technology and environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations are some of the latest areas that Hong Kong universities have incorporated into their MBA programmes. HKUST's course focuses on understanding AI and its applications in product development. The City University of Hong Kong has incorporated more ESG courses in its MBA curriculum. Those who commit the time and money to pursue an MBA likely have lofty career ambitions, whether it is to be an entrepreneur, to change industries or to progress to leadership roles. Reputable MBA deg...[+2475 chars] 2025-02-13T08:37:02 $700m sugar investment will end Nigerias importationDangote Daily Trust https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4116594/700m-sugar-investment-will-end-nigerias-importation-dangote.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Dangote Group is committed to ensuring that Nigeria ends the importation of raw sugar into the country by intensifying its execution of the Sugar Backward Integration. The group has committed over $700 million in land acquisition, machinery, infrastructure, manpower and other impactful activities. The President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, says the company is committed to ensuring that Nigeria ends the importation of raw sugar into the country by actively intensifying its execution of the S...[+201 chars] 2025-02-13T07:56:00 Stora Enso publishes its Annual Report and Remuneration Report 2024 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stora-enso-publishes-annual-report-075600906.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/74090c75bfb902dacff4cff1e38097fc US en Stora Enso's Annual Report and Remuneration Report 2024 are published today at storaenso.com. PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy has provided an independent auditor's report on the financial statements in Finnish in accordance with ISAE 3000 (Revised) and the Sustainability Statement is published as part of the Report of the Board of Directors. The shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Oy, STERV, and Nasdaq Stockholm AB. "STORA ENSO OYJ STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE 13 February 2025 at 9:30 EET HELSINKI, Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stora Enso's Annual Report and Remuneration Report 2024 are published today at storaenso.com/...[+3353 chars]" 2025-02-13T07:12:46 Exelon Corp (EXC) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Financial Performance and Strategic ... Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exelon-corp-exc-q4-2024-071246979.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/bf48cb494b8bc32a378111edab546cfb US en Exelon Corp (NASDAQ:EXC) achieved top quartile reliability performance across all four of its utilities. The company reported GAAP earnings of $2.45 per share for 2024. Exelon plans to invest $38 billion from 2025 to 2028, with over 80% of the $3.5 billion capital growth attributed to transmission. S&P upgraded the company's credit rating to BBB+. The company is dealing with significant storm and weather headwinds. "GAAP Earnings for 2024: $2.45 per share. Adjusted Operating Earnings for 2024: $2.50 per share. 2025 Operating Earnings Guidance: $2.64 to $2.74 per share. Dividend for 2025: Increased to $1.60 per sh...[+4698 chars]" 2025-02-13T07:01:36 DXC Helps European Space Agency Launch GenAI Agents Redazione Adnkronos https://www.adnkronos.com/immediapress/pr-newswire/dxc-helps-european-space-agency-launch-genai-agents_2OgbBDnQbbZ44UyDq8MFA8 https://www.adnkronos.com/assets/themes/desktop/images/adnkronos-share.jpg IT en ASK ESA project uses AI to increase efficiency and share knowledge across major intergovernmental organization. DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) has developed an enterprise AI platform to enable ESA to build and deploy GenAI agents and other AI-powered solutions. The platform will be based on generative AI from Mistral AI, a French start-up. "ASK ESA project uses AI to increase efficiency and share knowledge across major intergovernmental organization ASHBURN, Va., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The European Space Agency (ESA) has awarded a...[+2472 chars]" 2025-02-13T06:52:00 Kojamo plc's Financial Statements and Board of Directors' Report 2024 have been published PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/kojamo-plcs-financial-statements-board-065200063.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/e018504283a707a7b58db5c581c3d3f9 US en Kojamo plc's Financial Statements and Board of Directors' Report 2024 have been published today. KPMG Oy Ab has provided an independent auditor's reasonable assurance report on Kojamo's ESEF Financial Statements in accordance with ISAE 3000. The company is Finland's largest private residential real estate company. Its shares are listed on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki. "Kojamo plc Stock Exchange Release, 13 February 2025 at 8:30 a.m. EET HELSINKI, Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kojamo plc's Financial Statements and Board of Directors' Report 2024 have been published t...[+2787 chars]" 2025-02-13T06:15:25 Exxon says discussion extended on the US$214.4M in disputed oil expenses Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/02/13/news/guyana/exxon-says-discussion-extended-on-the-us214-4m-in-disputed-oil-expenses https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2025/02/EXXON2025.jpg GY en The government will not budge from the US$214.4 million figure of the 2017 HIS Markit cost oil audit. ExxonMobil has asked for an extension on discussions and those are ongoing simultaneously with the second audit conducted by Vitality Accounting, Haynes and Ramdihal and Eclisar Financial consortium. Although the government is adamant that it will not budge from the US$214.4 million figure of the 2017 HIS Markit cost oil audit, ExxonMobil yesterday said that it had asked for an extension on discus...[+1164 chars] 2025-02-13T06:00:58 Zillow Faces ESG Risks: Potential Impacts on Reputation and Performance https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/zillow-faces-esg-risks-potential-impacts-on-reputation-and-performance/ar-AA1yXL77 US en Zillow Group Inc Class C has disclosed a new risk related to its ESG targets and disclosures. Failure to meet these goals could lead to increased scrutiny and potential enforcement actions. It could also affect the company's ability to attract talent and maintain its appeal. The average Z stock price target is $92.67, implying 18.49% upside potential. "Zillow Group Inc Class C (Z) has disclosed a new risk, in the Environmental / Social category. Zillow Group Inc Class C faces significant risks related to its ESG targets and disclosures, which may ne...[+860 chars]" 2025-02-13T05:44:35 Businesses Must Align CSR with SDGs to Build a Sustainable Future News Ghana https://newsghana.com.gh/businesses-must-align-csr-with-sdgs-to-build-a-sustainable-future-experts https://newsghana.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/sustainable-development-goal-sdgs-.jpg GH en The 2030 deadline for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is fast approaching. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) must evolve from a peripheral activity to a core business strategy that aligns closely with the SDGs. The world is at a tipping point and businesses have a unique opportunity to drive change. "Sustainable Development Goals (Sdgs) With the 2030 deadline for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) fast approaching, the pressure is mounting on businesses to step up and play a m...[+3389 chars]" 2025-02-13T05:39:35 Ray Dalio says the U.S. faces a 'death debt spiral' https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/02/13/ray-dalio-says-the-us-faces-a-death-debt-spiral.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108101860-17394239541739423950-38432314542-1080pnbcnews.jpg?v=1739423953&w=1920&h=1080 US en "Ray Dalio, Bridgewater founder, outlines what needs to be done to address the problem at Bridgewater and explains what is needed to do about it. . ""Bridgewater needs to address it now"" ""It's not going to get better without addressing it.""" Ray Dalio, Bridgewater founder, outlines what needs to be done to address it. 2025-02-13T05:05:00 MARA Schedules Conference Call for Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results Feb. 13, 2025 05:05 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6036089 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Mara Holdings, Inc. will hold a webcast and conference call on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time to discuss its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. The webcast will also be broadcast live and available for replay via the investor relations section of the Company's website. Verified retail and institutional shareholders will be able to submit and upvote questions ahead of the earnings call. "Earnings Webcast and Conference Call Set for Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. ET Fort Lauderdale, FL , Feb. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA) (""MARA"" or the ""Com...[+1220 chars]" 2025-02-13T04:43:00 Bangchak Leads Global Sustainability in Oil & Gas https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2960283/bangchak-leads-global-sustainability-in-oil-gas- https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250213/c1_2960283_700.jpg TH en Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited has been recognised as a global sustainability leader in the Oil & Gas Refining and Marketing Industry. This accolade places Bangchak in the top 1% worldwide, reflecting its outstanding performance in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited has been recognised as a global sustainability leader in the Oil & Gas Refining and Marketing Industry, earning the top rank in The Sustainability Yearbook ...[+1968 chars] 2025-02-13T04:00:00 Girl Guides SA Gauteng East hosts AGM on February 22 Print Content https://www.citizen.co.za/bedfordview-edenvale-news/news-headlines/local-news/2025/02/13/girl-guides-gauteng-east-to-host-agm https://www.citizen.co.za/bedfordview-edenvale-news/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2025/02/Guides1_07313-e1739359004536.jpg ZA en Girl Guides South Africa Gauteng East Region will host its 48th AGM in Benoni on February 22. The AGM will provide a platform for reviewing past achievements and outlining future strategies. It also serves as a networking opportunity for members and leaders within the organisation. It starts at 09:00 and takes place at the Girls Guide's HQ at 65 Van Rooyen Street, Rynfield. "Girl Guides South Africa Gauteng East Region will host its 48th AGM in Benoni on February 22. The AGM will provide a platform for reviewing past achievements and outlining future strategies. It also s...[+892 chars]" 2025-02-13T04:00:00 Girl Guides Gauteng East to host AGM on February 22 Print Content https://www.citizen.co.za/germiston-city-news/news-headlines/local-news/2025/02/13/girl-guides-gauteng-east-to-host-agm https://www.citizen.co.za/germiston-city-news/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2025/02/Guides1_08057-e1739361399944.jpg ZA en Girl Guides South Africa Gauteng East Region will host its 48th AGM in Benoni on February 22. The AGM will provide a platform for reviewing past achievements and outlining future strategies. It also serves as a networking opportunity for members and leaders within the organisation. It starts at 09:00 and takes place at the Girls Guides Gautenteng East Regional Headquarters, Blue Forest, 65 Van Rooyen Street, Rynfield. "Girl Guides Gauteng East to host AGM on February 22 Girl Guides South Africa Gauteng East Region will host its 48th AGM in Benoni on February 22. The AGM will provide a platform for reviewing past ach...[+949 chars]" 2025-02-13T03:41:28 Experts discuss role of AI, sustainability in economic growth Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40347767/experts-discuss-role-of-ai-sustainability-in-economic-growth https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/13084118e3bc42f.jpg?r=084123 PK en Pakistan Leadership Conversation (PLC) 2025 was held in Karachi. It brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and finance professionals to explore key themes shaping the future of business and finance. The conference emphasised the transformative role of AI, sustainability, and shared services in driving economic growth, accelerating exports, and positioning Pakistan as a leader in responsible innovation. KARACHI: The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) successfully hosted Pakistan Leadership Conversation (PLC) 2025 here, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and finance p...[+3007 chars] 2025-02-13T03:00:00 Orion Corporation: Disclosure Under Chapter 9 Section 10 of the Securities Market Act (BlackRock, Inc.) https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6036065 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/YWQzOWY3OTQtZjYwNi00NDYxLThiNmUtMjYyY2M4ODgyOTlkLTEwMTM1MzY=/tiny/Orion-Oyj.png TW en Orion Corporation received a disclosure under Chapter 9, Section 5 of the Securities Market Act. The number of Orion shares owned directly, indirectly and through financial instruments by BlackRock, Inc. and its funds increased on 11 February 2025 above 5% of Orion Corporation's total shares. Orion's net sales in 2023 amounted to EUR 1,190 million and the company had about 3,600 employees at the end of the year. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Feb. 13, 2025 03:00 ORION CORPORATION STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE – MAJOR SHAREHOLDER ANNOUNCEMENTS 12 FEBRUARY 2025 at 21.00 EET Orion Corporation: Di...[+2772 chars]" 2025-02-13T02:46:27 Push to delay ASX diversity rules until 2026 Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/markets/equity-markets/push-to-delay-asx-diversity-rules-until-2026-20250212-p5lbj4 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.5913%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_76%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/e5e87ce85ee921b225580f4de19cf2af5100f70f AU en Key members of the ASX's governance advisory council will push to delay until next year contentious proposals that would require the directors of listed companies to disclose personal characteristics such as sexuality and whether they have a disability. The chief executives from the 19 business, investor and superannuation groups that make up the council will meet in Sydney on Friday to try to reach a compromise. Key members of the ASX's governance advisory council will push to delay until next year contentious proposals that would require the directors of listed companies to disclose personal characteristics ...[+336 chars] 2025-02-13T02:25:06 Disney softens content warnings amid broader DEI changes https://www.newsbreak.com/straight-arrow-news-san-com-1774217/3807724176682-disney-softens-content-warnings-amid-broader-dei-changes https://img.particlenews.com/img/id/37Dlh9_0yukpqhY00 PH en Disney is changing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The company has softened content warnings on classic films and shifted internal initiatives. Disney is phasing out its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' initiative and changing executive performance evaluations from 'diversity and inclusion' to 'talent strategy.' Disney is changing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies by softening content warnings on classic films and shifting internal initiatives. The updated warnings now state, 'This program i...[+3164 chars] 2025-02-13T01:50:00 Voltalia awarded by Sustainalytics 'Top-Rated Industry' distinction for its ESG performance Feb. 13, 2025 01:50 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6036050 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/N2Q0MTVjMmQtYmJkZS00YWMxLTg0MTMtYWYzYTA3ZmE5NTRmLTEwMTA5NjY=/tiny/Voltalia.png TW en Voltalia has been awarded by Sustainalytics 'Top-Rated Industry' distinction for its ESG performance. Voltalia is an international player in renewable energy. It has 3.3 GW of capacity in operation and under construction, and a portfolio of projects under development with a total capacity of 17.2 GW. With more than 2,000 employees in 20 countries on 3 continents, Voltalia has the capacity to act on behalf of its customers. "Voltalia awarded by Sustainalytics 'Top-Rated Industry' distinction for its ESG performance Voltalia, (Euronext Paris, ISIN code: FR0011995588), an international player in renewable energy, ranks amon...[+4590 chars]" 2025-02-13T01:38:50 LG Electronics Achieves Top 1% in Corporate Sustainability for Second Year Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=235349 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202502/235349_238378_3350_v150.jpg KR en LG Electronics has been ranked in the top 1% for corporate sustainability by S&P Global for the second consecutive year. LG Electronics scored 77 points, the highest in the Household Durables & Leisure Products industry. This recognition highlights the company's leadership in sustainability within its industry and its dedication to corporate responsibility. On Feb. 13, LG Electronics announced its remarkable achievement of being ranked in the top 1% for corporate sustainability by S&P Global for the second consecutive year. This recognition comes from th...[+2423 chars] 2025-02-13T01:05:00 Disney Announces Reduction Of DEI Programs Due To Trump Executive Actions Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/political/disney-announces-reduction-dei-programs-due-trump-executive-actions https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-02/GettyImages-1239419127-2.jpg?itok=5JfD1DNy BG en The Walt Disney Company is changing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and initiatives in response to President Trump's efforts to crack down on such practices. The company will replace its 'Diversity and Inclusion' performance factor with a 'Talent Strategy' metric that focuses less on identity and more on business success. It will also abandon its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' campaign, which touted efforts to increase 'diverse representation' in media produced by Disney. "Authored by Eric Lendrum via American Greatness, On Tuesday, it was reported that the Walt Disney Company is preparing to significantly reduce the scale of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) p...[+1847 chars]" 2025-02-13T00:37:53 Daily Cuts - Singapore commits to new emissions targets, on track to reaching net zero by 2050 CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/listen/daily-cuts/singapore-commits-new-emissions-targets-track-reaching-net-zero-2050-4934761 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--8ujh_evi--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2022/10/07/Daily%20CUTS.jpg?itok=kzEqzZmz SG en Singapore has committed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to between 45 million and 50 million tonnes by 2035. This is down from around 60 million tonnes in 2030. This new climate target for 2035 puts Singapore on track to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman take a look at the setbacks that Singapore has encountered so far and the challenges ahead. "Daily Cuts Singapore has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions to between 45 million and 50 million tonnes (Mt) by 2035, down from around 60Mt in 2030. This new climate target for 2035 pu...[+279 chars]" 2025-02-13T00:30:00 'Our business direction is clear': How IKEA hopes to halve its global emissions by 2030 https://www.businessgreen.com/feature/4409732/business-direction-ikea-hopes-halve-global-emissions-2030 https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/28eedcb/8b36a5bc-a212-4920-a00d-fadc45c5a814/11/UNP-IKEA-44505-EV-Charging-Infrastructure-Cardiff010-370x229.jpg GB en The journey to a cleaner, green economy has never been a smooth ride for corporate sustainability executives. 2025 has brought more than its fair share of challenges for the sustainability industry, however. It is fair to say that it has brought a lot more than it's fair share. The journey to a cleaner, green economy has never been a smooth ride, as any seasoned corporate sustainability executive will tell you. But it is fair to say that 2025 has brought more than its fair s...[+7 chars] 2025-02-13T00:00:00 Ripple XRP Spot ETF Applications Acknowledged by SEC Brave New Coin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Ripple_XRP_Spot_ETF_Applications_Acknowledged_by_SEC https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Grayscale's proposal for a Spot XRP ETF was approved by the SEC. Now the commission is asking for feedback from the public. There is a 21-day deadline for comments after the notice hits the Federal Register. Â   The SEC has just given a green light to Grayscale's proposal for a Spot XRP ETF by officially acknowledging the 19b-4 filing submitted via NYSE Arca—and now they're calling on the public for feedback....[+130 chars] 2025-02-13T00:00:00 STI breaks ground on new 8-storey, 10,000-student campus in Alabang's South Park district Manila Bulletin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/STI_breaks_ground_on_new_8storey_10000student_campus_in_Alab https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Tanco-led STI Education Services Group, Inc. is investing ₱950 million for the construction of a new state-of-the-art campus in Alabang designed to meet the evolving needs of students in the 21st century. The firm said it has broken ground for the new STI. Tanco-led STI Education Services Group, Inc. (STI ESG) is investing ₱950 million for the construction of a new state-of-the-art campus in Alabang designed to meet the evolving needs of students in the...[+246 chars] 2025-02-13T00:00:00 Inclusion and Investment: A Business Imperative Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Inclusion_and_Investment_A_Business_Imperative https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Investing in DEI isn't just good ethics, it's also good business. By aligning with inclusive values, you contribute to building systems that welcome and empower everyone. . for confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details. Investing in DEI isn't just good ethics—it's good business. By aligning with inclusive values, you contribute to building systems that welcome and empower everyone. 2025-02-13T00:00:00 Activist hedge fund reportedly amasses £3.8bn stake in BP The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Activist_hedge_fund_reportedly_amasses_38bn_stake_in_BP https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Elliott Management is expected to demand strategy changes and push to abandon green energy pledge. Business live is bringing you the latest updates from Elliott Management's press conference today. i.e., Elliott Management wants to change its strategy and push for changes to green energy policy. Elliott Management expected to demand strategy changes including pushing to abandon green energy pledgeBusiness live – latest updates 2025-02-13T00:00:00 Competition watchdog to speed up decisions to support UK growth push The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Competition_watchdog_to_speed_up_decisions_to_support_UK_gro https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Competition and Markets Authority announces plans for'step change' after government calls for it to be less risk-averse. It will become less risk averse and less risky. It is called the Competition and Market Authority (CMA). CMA will be less risky and more effective. Competition and Markets Authority announces plans for 'step change' after government calls for it be less risk averse 2025-02-13T00:00:00 Many Canadian Households Are Being Shortchanged From Retrofit Programs - This Needs To Change MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Many_Canadian_Households_Are_Being_Shortchanged_From_Retrofi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Canada has set an ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45 to 50 per cent below 2005 levels. This puts pressure on the residential and commercial building in Canada, as well as on the environment in the whole of the country. . (MENAFN - The Conversation) Canada has set an ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45 to 50 per cent below 2005 levels . This puts pressure on the residential and commercial building 2025-02-13T00:00:00 SEBI moves to tighten rules for ESG rating withdrawals Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/SEBI_moves_to_tighten_rules_for_ESG_rating_withdrawals https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Board of India has proposed measures to strengthen and provide clarity on the framework for ESG Rating Providers (ERPs) to withdraw ratings and disclose the rating rationale. The market regulator has laid down conditions for ERPs to comply with the proposed measures. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed measures to strengthen and provide clarity on the framework for ESG Rating Providers (ERP) to withdraw ratings and disclose the rating ra...[+86 chars] 2025-02-13T00:00:00 Rexel Achieves CDP 'A' Rating and SBTi Validation for Scope 3 Goals (Rexel SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Rexel_Achieves_CDP_A_Rating_and_SBTi_Validation_for_Scope_3_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Rexel has been recognized by CDP and the Science Based Targets initiative for its ambitious environmental goals. CDP recognized Rexel as a leader in environmental sustainability. Rexel is excited to announce two major milestones in its commitment to combat climate change. ) Rexel is excited to announce two major milestones in its commitment to combat climate change. The company has been recognized by both CDP and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its ambi...[+108 chars] 2025-02-13T00:00:00 ECAN Fails To Provide Free Drinking Water Testing For Communities Impacted By Nitrate Contamination Scoop https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/ECAN_Fails_To_Provide_Free_Drinking_Water_Testing_For_Commun https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "EC will not be providing environmental aid to Greenpeace. Greenpeace spokesperson Will says it's disgraceful to see that EC won't be providing it.   Â ""It is disgraceful and unacceptable"" for EC not to provide environmental aid." "Greenpeace spokesperson Will says ""It is disgraceful to see that EC will not be providing" 2025-02-13T00:00:00 Ministerial roundtable envisions future of global SDGs implementation Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Ministerial_roundtable_envisions_future_of_global_SDGs_imple https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The ministerial roundtable on the future of Global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) took place as part of the World Governments Summit 2025 (WGS). The roundtable was titled ""Envisioning 2045: Inclusive Pathways to Sustainable Development"" and took place in Dubai." DUBAI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 13th Feb, 2025) A high-level ministerial roundtable on the future of Global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) took place as part of the World Governm...[+100 chars] 2025-02-13T00:00:00 TOYO Co., Ltd to Participate in Upcoming Renewable Energy and Investment Conferences PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/TOYO_Co_Ltd_to_Participate_in_Upcoming_Renewable_Energy_and_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en TOYO Co., Ltd (Nasdaq: TOYO) announced its participation in upcoming industry and investment conferences in February and March 2025. CG Sustainability Virtual Summit Fireside Chat with Simon Shi will take place on February 13th and March 13th. "TOKYO, Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TOYO Co., Ltd (Nasdaq: TOYO) (""TOYO"" or the ""Company""), a solar solution company, today announced its participation in upcoming industry and investment conferences...[+96 chars]" 2025-02-13T00:00:00 Unpaid dividends, Pernod Ricard buys Inverroche, and romance scams Moneyweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Unpaid_dividends_Pernod_Ricard_buys_Inverroche_and_romance_s https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en This evening on Exness, the JSE discusses its campaign calling for citizens to check if they are owed dividends, and we're joined by political commentator, Peter van Vlinderen, who talks about the political situation in South Africa.   This evening we look at the markets with Exness, the JSE discusses its campaign calling for citizens to check if they are owed dividends, we're joined by political 2025-02-13T00:00:00 Oswal Energies Presents Next-Gen Renewable Solutions At India Energy Week 2025 Zeenews https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/Oswal_Energies_Presents_NextGen_Renewable_Solutions_At_India https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Known for its cutting-edge solutions and commitment to sustainability, the company unveiled a new product.  It's called ""Sustainability"" and it's made of glass and glass fibre. It's made from glass fibre and glass nanomaterials." Known for its cutting-edge solutions and commitment to sustainability, the company unveiled 2025-02-13T00:00:00 ACLARA ANNOUNCES SPECIAL MEETING VOTING RESULTS AND UPDATE ON PRIVATE PLACEMENT Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/13/aclara_announces_special_meeting_voting_results_and_update_o https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Aclara Resources Inc. shareholders approved an ordinary resolution approving the proposed issuance of up to 51,303,573 common shares of the Company (the ""Common Shares"") on a private. basis.   . Aclara is a company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange." "TORONTO, /CNW/ - Aclara Resources Inc. (""Aclara"" or the ""Company"") (TSX: ARA) is pleased to announce that the Company's shareholders approved an ordinary resolution (the ""Share Issuance Resolution"") a...[+130 chars]" 2025-02-13T00:00:00 ActionSA demands accountability from Ramokgopa over deteriorating state of Eskom Primedia https://www.ewn.co.za/2025/02/13/actionsa-demands-accountability-from-ramokgopa-over-deteriorating-state-of-eskom https://media-cache.primedia-service.com/media/gq4al2y5/whatsapp-image-2024-03-26-at-180242.jpeg?width=1200&height=630 ZA en ActionSA is demanding accountability from Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and Eskom chairperson, Mteto Nyati. The party's Alan Beesley said that the cost of electricity had skyrocketed while service delivery had deteriorated at Eskom. Beesley added that people responsible for the problems must be held accountable. "JOHANNESBURG - ActionSA is demanding accountability from Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and Eskom chairperson, Mteto Nyati, on the utility's deteriorating state. During a recent sitting of...[+931 chars]" 2025-02-13T00:00:00 ‘We all win': BISX targets early 2025 for private listings launch NEIL HARTNELL https://www.tribune242.com/news/2025/feb/13/we-all-win-bisx-targets-early-2025-for-private-listings-launch https://thetribune.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/static-4/thetribune/images/pdf-edition.jpg BH en The Bahamas International Securities Exchange (BISX) will launch the first of three new capital markets 'layers' in the 2025 first half. The long-planned 'private listings' tier is 'virtually complete' and set for unveiling before mid-year. It will be followed by BISX's 'crowd funding 2.0' platform that will fill the gap created by ArawakX's departure and enable companies that are 'a bit more mature' to raise capital from Bahamian investors via a regulated market. The third element - the launch of a so-called'secondary market' - will take more time because it requires input from the Government and other "By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor nhartnell@tribunemedia.net The Bahamas International Securities Exchange (BISX) will launch the first of three new capital markets 'layers' in the 2025 first h...[+8739 chars]" 2025-02-12T23:40:52 Vivakor withdraws preferred stock series https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/vivakor-withdraws-preferred-stock-series/ar-AA1yVTcx US en Vivakor, Inc. (NASDAQ:VIVK) has amended its Articles of Incorporation to eliminate all previously designated series of preferred stock. The company's stock has declined over 57% in the past six months, trading at $0.80 per share. In a recent meeting, shareholders elected five board members and ratified Urish Popeck & Co., LLC as the independent registered public accounting firm. In a recent move, Vivakor , Inc. (NASDAQ:VIVK), a $28.4 million market cap company specializing in refuse systems, has amended its Articles of Incorporation to eliminate all previously designated seri...[+3561 chars] 2025-02-12T23:31:00 EQT Corp. names Tom Karam as new independent chair https://www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/news/2025/02/12/eqt-board-chair-new.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12222594/thomas-karameqm-2022*1200xx1205-676-0-392.jpg US en Tom Karam will become the independent chair of Pittsburgh-based EQT Corp. after the company's annual meeting later this year. Four board members will be leaving the board after the annual meeting. Janet L. Carrig, James T. McManus II, Anita M. Powers and Lydia I. Beebe informed the company they would be retiring from the board. "EQT Corporation is making big changes at the top. Find out who's stepping into a key leadership role and which board members are departing. STORY HIGHLIGHTS: Tom Karam will become EQT Corp.'s independ...[+2321 chars]" 2025-02-12T22:55:20 'Big Banks' Retreat From Climate Alliance Is Encouraging Step in Dismantling the ESG Agenda/Woke Corporate Capitalism' By Paul Teller Paul Teller https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/big-banks-retreat-from-climate-alliance https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F91409d38-27bb-44b3-85c3-d3d796eb67e8_300x168.jpeg US en Big Banks' Retreat from Climate Alliance is Encouraging Step in Dismantling the ESG Agenda/Woke Corporate Capitalism. BlackRock announced last week that it was pulling out of a similar UN-sponsored climate initiative: the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative. "Big Banks' Retreat From Climate Alliance Is Encouraging Step in Dismantling the ESG Agenda/Woke Corporate Capitalism By January 16, 2025 In clear preparation for President Trump's second term, six of ...[+4232 chars]" 2025-02-12T22:08:27 Kite Realty Group Trust (KRG) reports earnings Quartz Intelligence Newsroom https://qz.com/kite-realty-group-trust-krg-reports-earnings-1851761992 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_200,q_80,w_200/4716932d29f4ef6064940c18eaab1f3d.png US en Kite Realty Group Trust has filed its annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. It owns interests in 179 operating retail properties totaling 27.7 million square feet and two office properties with 0.4 million sq ft. The company realized net income attributable to common shareholders of $4.1 million for the year ended January 1, 2024, and generated Funds From Operations (FFO) of $463 million. Same Property Net Operating Income grew by 3.0% in 2024 compared to 2023, driven by contractual rent growth and higher base rents. It executed new and renewal leases on 720 spaces, achieving a blended cash leasing spread of 12 "Kite Realty Group Trust ( KRG -3.04% ) has filed its annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 filing . The filing reports that Kite Realty owns interests in 179 operating...[+1859 chars]" 2025-02-12T22:00:55 Dexterra Announces Date of Q4 2024 Results and Conference Call Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/240598-dexterra-announces-date-of-q4-2024-results-and-conference-call https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-240598.jpg CA en Dexterra Group Inc. intends to release its Q4 2024 results on March 6, 2025, after markets close. A conference call and webcast will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on March 7, 2025. A presentation will also be posted on the Dexterra website at dexterra.com. "Article content Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – February 12, 2025) – Dexterra Group Inc. (TSX: DXT) ('Dexterra') announces that it intends to release its Q4 2024 results on March 6, 2025, after mar...[+287 chars]" 2025-02-12T22:00:00 JPMorgan Chase CEO stands firm, not eliminating DEI policy Kennedy Chase https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/columbus/news/2025/02/12/dei-jpmorgan-chase- https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/IMG_5691 US en JPMorgan Chase has invested more than $30 million in philanthropic efforts and partners with the Columbus Urban League in Columbus, Ohio. CEO Jamie Dimon believes everyone deserves to have a bank and to be taught financial literacy. The company has just opened the 19th Chase Community Branch center in the country in Linden. COLUMBUS, Ohio — JPMorgan Chase is one of the nationally renowned companies staying firm and not eliminating its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policy despite the federal conservative push to d...[+1424 chars] 2025-02-12T21:51:06 Growing number of companies quietly ditching DEI initiatives The Associated Press https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/national-international/us-companies-pulling-back-diversity-initiatives/6147306 https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2025/02/mcdonalds-google-ford-logos.png?resize=1200%2C675&quality=85&strip=all US en A growing number of prominent companies are scaling back or setting aside diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The changes come in response to a campaign by conservative activists and President Trump's executive orders aimed at upending DEI policies in both the federal government and private sector. Goldman Sachs is dropping a requirement that forced IPO clients to include women and members of minority groups on their board of directors. Google rescinded a goal it had set in 2020 to increase representation of underrepresented groups among the company's leadership team by 30% within five years. Facebook and Instagram are getting rid of its diversity and inclusion program. Amazon is halting some of its DEI programs. A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that much of corporate America endorsed following the protests that accompanied th...[+11321 chars] 2025-02-12T21:51:06 Are DEI initiatives fading? US companies reconsider inclusion effort – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth The Associated Press https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/national-international/us-companies-pulling-back-diversity-initiatives/3768620 https://media.nbcdfw.com/2025/02/mcdonalds-google-ford-logos.png?resize=1200%2C675&quality=85&strip=all US en A growing number of prominent companies are scaling back or setting aside diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The changes come in response to a campaign by conservative activists and President Donald Trump's executive orders aimed at upending DEI policies in both the federal government and private sector. Google rescinded a goal it had set in 2020 to increase representation of underrepresented groups among the company's leadership team by 30% within five years. A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that much of corporate America endorsed following the protests that accompanied th...[+11631 chars] 2025-02-12T21:41:08 Disney Backpedals DEI With New Content Warning, Performance Standard Anna Schier https://patch.com/california/los-angeles/disney-backpedals-dei-new-content-warning-performance-standard https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/920517/20250212/044107/styles/patch_image/public/patch-editorial-disneyland-mickey-statue-anaheim-ca-holland___12164000209.jpg US en Disney is changing its approach to diversity, equity and inclusion. President Donald Trump has made his opposition to such efforts a central talking point during his early weeks in office. Disney's first such warning came in 2019 and said films'may contain outdated cultural depictions' before changing it in 2020 to a disclaimer that was much longer and said in part: 'These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now' BURBANK, CA — Disney is changing its approach to diversity, equity and inclusion as President Donald Trump has made his opposition to such efforts a central talking point during his first weeks in off...[+1515 chars] 2025-02-12T21:37:00 Demat deadline eased for large unlisted companies ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/demat-deadline-eased-for-large-unlisted-companies/articleshow/118187859.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118187971,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-45030,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en The deadline for large unlisted private companies to dematerialise their shares has been extended by nine months till June 30. In October 2023, the ministry had made it mandatory for these companies to issue securities in only dematerialised forms by September 2024. The rule change was brought in to help establish genuine beneficial ownership of high-growth stocks and crack down on shell companies. "NEW DELHI: The corporate affairs ministry extended the deadline for large unlisted private companies, including unicorns, to dematerialise their shares by nine months till June 30, according to a noti...[+904 chars]" 2025-02-12T21:30:00 Dana to Pay Dividend on Common Stock Dana Incorporated https://www.manchesterjournal.com/online_features/press_releases/dana-to-pay-dividend-on-common-stock/article_a29e2ec6-6b56-5b44-bb18-b839c24904dc.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/manchesterjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/31/9311ec57-81a7-58c4-8f7c-e49f2b23c021/6704dbe2b5b7c.image.jpg?crop=1965%2C1032%2C0%2C11&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The board of directors of Dana Incorporated has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share payable March 21, 2025. Dana is a leader in the design and manufacture of highly efficient propulsion and energy-management solutions that power vehicles and machines in all mobility markets across the globe. The company reported sales of $10.6 billion in 2023 with 42,000 people in 31 countries across six continents. "MAUMEE, Ohio, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) announced today that its board of directors has declared a dividend on its common stock. The board declared a quarterly divide...[+1130 chars]" 2025-02-12T21:13:00 SEC Looks to Muzzle Shareholder Culture Warriors Richard Vanderford https://www.wsj.com/articles/sec-looks-to-muzzle-shareholder-culture-warriors-6d9e19f9 https://images.wsj.net/im-57738967/social US en The Securities and Exchange Commission wants activist shareholders to stop demanding shareholder votes on social issues. The move is a reversal of Biden-era policy. Activists on the left and right turn to the corporate sphere to fight culture-war battles on topics such as climate, guns and abortion. "The Securities and Exchange Commission wants activist shareholders to pipe down. The commission has put out new guidance that will make it harder for activists to demand shareholder votes on proposals...[+230 chars]" 2025-02-12T20:54:00 Bain & Company, WGS launch sustainability readiness platform https://www.wam.ae/en/article/bi5yvi0-bain-company-wgs-launch-sustainability-readiness https://assets.wam.ae/resource/xyw017pw1k910cfpd.jpg AE en Bain & Company has launched the Sustainability Readiness Platform to help businesses assess their ability to achieve sustainability and accelerate their commitment through artificial intelligence. Wissam Yassine, Partner at Bain & Company and Head of the firm's Makers Programme in the Middle East and North Africa, said the platform provides tailored recommendations for each company based on its level of maturity in sustainability. DUBAI, 12th February, 2025 (WAM) -- Bain & Company has launched the Sustainability Readiness Platform in partnership with the World Government Summit to help businesses assess their ability to achieve...[+1912 chars] 2025-02-12T20:40:54 Collaboration Could Help Build Euro Bizav Utopia, CJI Panel Suggests Angus Batey https://aviationweek.com/business-aviation/aircraft-propulsion/collaboration-could-help-build-euro-bizav-utopia-cji-panel https://aviationweek.com/sites/default/files/2025-02/cji2025_euro_charter_panel_source_michael_cheetham_corporate_jet_investor.jpg US en the Corporate Jet Investor conference in London on Feb. 5. There are still significant regulatory and operational challenges for Europe's air charter sector. In response to a question on a panel at the conference in February 5. Â. yestur. LONDON—While it is still the significant regulatory and operational challenges that are front of mind for Europe's air charter sector, speakers on a panel at the Corporate Jet Investor conference here...[+98 chars] 2025-02-12T20:25:52 City council committee discusses business principles for Saskatoon Brody Langager https://thestarphoenix.com/news/city-council-committee-discusses-business-principles-for-saskatoon https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/thestarphoenix/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/1129-news-city-budget-26.jpg CA en The CBG proposed six new guiding principles for the city council to follow in supporting the goals of business owners. They include treating the business community as partners, streamlining the business environment, reducing the cost of doing business, building 'transformational' infrastructure, enhancing safety and security, and elevating Saskatoon's reputation. "Article content The group's chair, Stephanie Clovechok, said its purpose is to give local businesses a more effective and efficient voice. At Wednesday's meeting of council's governance and priorities...[+982 chars]" 2025-02-12T20:05:06 It's time for Japanese cosmetic giant Kao to realize its potential Seth Fischer https://asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/It-s-time-for-Japanese-cosmetic-giant-Kao-to-realize-its-potential https://www.ft.com/__origami/service/image/v2/images/raw/https%3A%2F%2Fcms-image-bucket-production-ap-northeast-1-a7d2.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages%2F9%2F7%2F0%2F8%2F49018079-3-eng-GB%2FCropped-1739326061photo_SXM2023092700011396.jpg?width=1260&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=630 JP en Seth Fischer is the founder and Chief Investment Officer of Oasis Management. Oasis has a stake of more than 5% in Kao Corporation. Japan has made big steps in improving corporate governance. Fischer believes the next step is to drive increased profitability, raise wages and create Japanese global leaders. "Seth Fischer is the founder and Chief Investment Officer of Oasis Management. (Oasis has a stake of more than 5% in Kao Corporation.) Japan has made giant steps in improving corporate governance. To d...[+511 chars]" 2025-02-12T20:04:28 Exelon Corporation (EXC) reports earnings Quartz Intelligence Newsroom https://qz.com/exelon-corporation-exc-reports-earnings-1851761807 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_200,q_80,w_200/4716932d29f4ef6064940c18eaab1f3d.png US en Exelon Corporation has submitted its Form 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. Exelon reported a consolidated net income attributable to common shareholders of $2,460 million for 2024. Capital expenditures for 2025 are projected to be $9,075 million, with significant investments planned in electric transmission and distribution infrastructure. The company maintains credit facilities with aggregate commitments of $4.0 billion. "Exelon Corporation ( EXC +1.59% ) has submitted its Form 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. The filing details Exelon's operations as a utility services holding company, which en...[+2119 chars]" 2025-02-12T20:00:00 Smarter energy management, AI-driven tech: How firms can navigate the net-zero transition https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/smarter-energy-management-ai-how-firms-can-navigate-net-zero-transition-schneider-electric https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/2f9ad2de4cdff35b1f450b47a4150fe0007a3306182a72ff3864aaf047154267 SG en Schneider Electric's Innovation Day 2025 aims to empower organisations to accelerate their decarbonisation goals. Live demo sessions at the event will feature the company's newly launched sustainability solutions for participants to discover how they can be used to transform their businesses. In Singapore, the French industrial group has worked with multiple organisations to drive sustainability initiatives. Live demo sessions at Schneider Electric's Innovation Day will feature the company's newly launched sustainability solutions for participants to discover how they can be used to transform their busine...[+6731 chars] 2025-02-12T19:31:11 James Agyenim-Boateng takes over as new Acting MD of SIC Insurance Plc https://www.myjoyonline.com/james-agyenim-boateng-takes-over-as-new-acting-md-of-sic-insurance-plc https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SIC-hands-over-pics-1024x768.jpg GH en Mr. Agyenim-Boateng has been appointed Acting Managing Director of SIC Insurance PLC. Ms. Hollistar Duah-Yentumi thanks her colleagues for their support during her tenure as Managing Director and asks for the same from the new acting Managing Director. "The newly appointed Acting Managing Director of SIC Insurance PLC, Mr. Agyenim-Boateng in his first message to senior management said he was joining the company with a commitment to support and grow i...[+1806 chars]" 2025-02-12T19:12:08 MOU to boost reporting standards https://www.fbcnews.com.fj/news/mou-to-boost-reporting-standards https://www.fbcnews.com.fj/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Untitled-design-2025-02-13T071837.105.png FJ en The South Pacific Stock Exchange and Fiji Institute of Chartered Accountants have signed an agreement to enhance reporting standards in Fiji's stock market. The partnership aims to boost investor confidence, transparency and governance in capital markets. The MOU formalizes the collaboration between the parties in a number of areas. "[ FilePhoto: Chair Nitin Gandhi ] The South Pacific Stock Exchange and the Fiji Institute of Chartered Accountants have signed an agreement to enhance reporting standards in Fiji's stock market. The p...[+1098 chars]" 2025-02-12T18:10:47 Disney Rolls Back DEI Initiatives, Citing a Focus on 'Business Outcomes' https://www.mrctv.org/blog/brittany-m-hughes/disney-rolls-back-dei-initiatives-citing-focus-business-outcomes https://cdn.mrctv.org/files/styles/large/s3/2025-02/Screenshot%202025-02-12%20at%2012.53.30%E2%80%AFPM.png?itok=noScDXZ9 US en Disney is replacing its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives with the Talent Strategy. The company is also making soft changes to the disclaimers it had begun adding to certain classic Disney films on its streaming service, Disney+, several years ago. Disney is also axing its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' initiative and its website, which promoted stories and experiences from underrepresented communities. "| February 12, 2025 Disney is slowly scaling back its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives heading into a second Trump presidency, following the lead of multiple other Fortune 500 companies th...[+1947 chars]" 2025-02-12T18:09:27 "Voltalia awarded by Sustainalytics ""Top-Rated Industry' distinction for its ESG performance" https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/13/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/voltalia-awarded-by-sustainalytics-top-rated-industry-distinction-for-its-esg-performance/2054859 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/13/539154.png PH en Voltalia has been awarded by Sustainalytics for its environmental and social responsibility (ESG) performance. Voltalia is an international player in renewable energy. The company has a Mission-driven company status, which places social and environmental responsibility at the heart of its business model. "Voltalia awarded by Sustainalytics ""Top-Rated Industry' distinction for its ESG performance Voltalia, (Euronext Paris, ISIN code: FR0011995588), an international player in renewable energy, ranks amon...[+2469 chars]" 2025-02-12T18:07:44 Will the EU's plan to reduce red tape for businesses negatively impact workers? Arató László https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/02/12/will-the-eus-plan-to-reduce-red-tape-for-businesses-negatively-impact-workers https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/04/63/20/1200x675_cmsv2_d532f146-3c54-5054-9eb2-2b00b8dc57b5-9046320.jpg FR en Brussels is proposing a formula for improving European competitiveness: simplifying and reducing the administrative burden on companies. The first areas that will be impacted include legislation such as sustainability due diligence, which ensures companies address human rights and the environmental impact of their actions, and taxonomy, which defines the criteria for economic activities to be aligned with a net zero trajectory. NGOs and interest groups protested outside the European Commission's headquarters in Brussels while closed-door negotiations with big business took place. "Brussels is proposing a formula for improving European competitiveness: simplifying and reducing the administrative burden on companies. According to a working plan by the European Commission, the fir...[+3012 chars]" 2025-02-12T18:06:20 Auditor-General links Eskom's governance inefficiencies to rising energy costs Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/AuditorGeneral_links_Eskom_s_governance_inefficiencies_to_ri https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/[] US en Inefficiencies in Eskom's governance have been adding to the primary energy cost and the tariff to the consumer. The entity is struggling with fruitless, wasteful expenditure and losses through criminal conduct. There is a lack of consequence management in these areas which contribute to the undesirable expenditure. Inefficiencies in Eskom's governance - particularly with fruitless and wasteful expenditure, criminal conduct and lack of consequence management - has been adding to the primary energy cost and conseq...[+295 chars] 2025-02-12T17:54:09 Musk Discusses Transparency, Accountability of DOGE to Reporter Ijr https://ijr.com/musk-discusses-transparency-accountability-of-doge-to-reporter https://ijr.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-2198396050.jpg US en Elon Musk is the new head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). He was asked about any conflicts of interests and the department's transparency. He said DOGE's actions are transparent and there are'sensible checks and balances' to ensure taxpayer money is spent wisely. "When Elon Musk was asked about the importance of transparency and accountability, he knew just what to say, According to the Daily Wire, a reporter asked Tuesday night about any conflicts of interests...[+1301 chars]" 2025-02-12T17:37:34 The future of business leadership: Why diplomacy and social responsibility are no longer optional As A Member https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/disruption-in-higher-education/the-future-of-business-leadership-why-diplomacy-and-social-responsibility-are-no-longer-optional https://static.toiimg.com/imagenext/toiblogs/photo/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/image2.jpeg IN en Prof. Sir Manuel Freire-Garabal y Núñez is a lawyer and journalist. He is a professor, contributor and advisor at different universities, particularly at the IVY League. He serves in diplomacy as advisor to United Nations higher officials and as a member of the diplomatic staff of several governments. Business leaders require diplomatic abilities to succeed in current times. Businesses and diplomacy share core areas of overlap, such as trade negotiations and policy influence. H.E. Prof. Sir Manuel Freire-Garabal y Núñez is a lawyer and journalist. He is a professor, contributor and advisor at different universities, particularly at the IVY League. He serves in diplomacy as...[+8341 chars] 2025-02-12T17:30:00 Brussels net zero rules make us report 1,000 data points, complains wind turbine maker Matthew Field https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/02/12/brussels-net-zero-rules-make-report-data-point-wind-turbine https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/business/2025/02/12/TELEMMGLPICT000111513081_17393774379280_trans_NvBQzQNjv4BqpVlberWd9EgFPZtcLiMQf0Rf_Wk3V23H2268P_XkPxc.jpeg?impolicy=OG-Standard GB en Christian Bruch, the chief executive of Siemens Energy, has criticised European net zero rules that force companies to disclose 1,000 sustainability metrics. He said the requirements of the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) were 'disproportionate' and hurt the bloc's competitiveness. Brussels is considering watering down the rules. "A German energy giant and one of the world's biggest wind turbine makers has criticised European net zero rules that will force companies to disclose 1,000 sustainability metrics. Christian Bruch, the...[+2998 chars]" 2025-02-12T17:27:15 Cut climate emissions by ticketing the worst offenders, like speeding drivers The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Cut_climate_emissions_by_ticketing_the_worst_offenders_like_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/[] US en Starting this year, companies importing fuel into the European Union will be asked to provide comprehensive data on the quantity of methane emitted during the fuel's production. In two years' time, any failure to meet the bloc's criteria will result in penalty payments or fines for the companies. Starting this year, companies importing fuel into the European Union will be asked to provide comprehensive data on the quantity of methane emitted during the fuel's production. In two years' time, an...[+67 chars] 2025-02-12T17:24:07 Acting SEC Chair Says Climate-Related Disclosure Rule Is Illegal Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/02/12/acting-sec-chair-says-climate-related-disclosure-rule-is-illegal https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/674783fd65c4de28d117466e/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en On March 6, 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission adopted the Climate-Related Disclosure Rule. The final rule required large publicly traded companies to disclose climate action, greenhouse gas emissions, and the financial impacts of severe weather events. The rule was met with legal challenges and was delayed while the court heard the cases. On February 11, acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda effectively ended the rule. On March 6, 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission adopted the Climate-Related Disclosure Rule. The final rule required large publicly traded companies to disclose climate action, greenhous...[+5398 chars] 2025-02-12T17:23:49 Enzo Biochem stock hits 52-week low at $0.51 amid challenges https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/enzo-biochem-stock-hits-52-week-low-at-0-51-amid-challenges/ar-AA1yULKa US en Enzo Biochem Inc. stock has touched a 52-week low, dipping to $0.51. The company faces a challenging period marked by a significant downturn in its market valuation. However, analysis suggests the stock may be undervalued at current levels. In other recent news, shareholders elected four directors to the board and approved the executive pay structure. EisnerAmper LLP was ratified as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending July 31, 2025. In another development, the company settled a consolidated class action lawsuit related to a 2023 ransomware attack. Enzo Biochem Inc. (ENZ) stock has touched a 52-week low, dipping to $0.51, with technical indicators from InvestingPro showing the stock in oversold territory. The company faces a challenging period m...[+2241 chars] 2025-02-12T17:14:29 USC close to approving sustainability course requirement in efforts against climate change Campus Reform https://www.campusreform.org/article/usc-close-approving-sustainability-course-requirement-efforts-climate-change/27458 https://img.campusreform.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJjYW1wdXMucmVmb3JtIiwia2V5IjoiMjc0NTgvODJmNDIxMjQtYmZlMS00ZWZjLThkYzUtYjIxMDU1MWU1MzQ0LnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7ImdyYXlzY2FsZSI6ZmFsc2UsInJlc2l6ZSI6eyJ3aWR0aCI6MTAwMH19fQ== US en The Presidential Working Group on Sustainability in Education, Research and Operations is finalizing the update to the curriculum. The working group stressed the need to combat the adverse effects of climate change. A new sustainability course would be introduced as a result of the curriculum change, but various 3-4 credit general education courses could satisfy the requirement. "The University of Southern California (USC) appears to close to implementing a brand new sustainability requirement for graduation. The Daily Trojan reports that the university's Presidential Working ...[+2080 chars]" 2025-02-12T17:09:07 Societe Generale: shares and voting rights as of 31 January 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/13/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/societe-generale-shares-and-voting-rights-as-of-31-january-2025/2054842 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/13/539134.gif PH en Societe Generale is a top tier European Bank with more than 126,000 employees serving about 25 million clients in 65 countries across the world. The Group runs three complementary sets of businesses, embedding ESG offerings for all its clients. For more information, visit the website: www.societegenerale.com. "NUMBER OF SHARES COMPOSING CURRENT SHARE CAPITAL AND TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTING RIGHTS AS OF 31 JANUARY 2025 Regulated Information Paris, 12 February 2025 Information about the total number of voting righ...[+1103 chars]" 2025-02-12T17:08:59 Rexel: Board of Directors - Renewal of three Directors and of the Chief Executive Officer https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/13/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/rexel-board-of-directors-renewal-of-three-directors-and-of-the-chief-executive-officer/2054829 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/13/539122.jpg PH en Rexel's Board of Directors unanimously decided to renew the term of three directors and appoint the chief executive officer. Rexel operates through a network of more than 1,950 branches in 19 countries with more than 27,000 employees. The Group's sales were €19.4 billion in 2024. "BOARD OF DIRECTORS RENEWAL OF THREE DIRECTORS AND OF THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Rexel's Board of Directors, which met today, unanimously decided, on the recommendation of the Nomination, Governance a...[+829 chars]" 2025-02-12T17:00:00 Extinction Rebellion activists call for company to stop insuring fossil fuel projects Tom Leaman https://www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/business/business/24923554.extinction-rebellion-protests-outside-howden-salisbury https://www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/resources/images/19072391.jpg?type=og-image GB en Salisbury branch of Extinction Rebellion (XR) held a vigil outside Howden Insurance on Winchester Street. The vigil is part of the 'Insure Our Survival' campaign. Howden is a member of the Howden Group, which lists power companies among its clients, including'multinational mega-corporations'. Some of those clients work in the oil, gas, petrochemicals, and mining industries. "Salisbury's branch of Extinction Rebellion (XR) held a banner and placards outside Howden Insurance on Winchester Street. The vigil formed part of XR's national 'Insure Our Survival' campaign, which '...[+2447 chars]" 2025-02-12T16:57:55 Aker Carbon Capture ASA: Key information relating to payment of cash dividend in March 2025 PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Aker_Carbon_Capture_ASA_Key_information_relating_to_payment__1 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/[] US en "Aker Carbon Capture ASA announced on 12 February 2025 that it had resolved to propose to change its name to Aker Carboncapture ASA. Aker's Board of Directors announced that it has resolved to change the name of the company to ""Aker carboncapture"". " "FORNEBU, Norway, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Reference is made to the announcement by Aker Carbon Capture ASA (the ""Company"") on 12 February 2025 where the Board of Directors announced, among other ...[+39 chars]" 2025-02-12T16:55:12 American Business Group: ESG Rules Make European Investments Expensive Mckenzie Holmes https://www.iwf.org/2025/02/12/american-business-group-esg-rules-make-european-investments-expensive https://www.iwf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/businessmen-businesswomen-making-investment-company-decisions-investing-finances-profit-corporation-boardroom.png GB en The American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) is critical of the European Union's environmental, social, and governance (ESG) regulations. AmCham's members include 3M, Amazon, Apple, Chevron, Citibank, Exxon Mobil, and the Walt Disney Company. Europe maintains 80% of the world's ESG fund assets. Is Europe poised to reassess the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) movement? An American business group in Europe, representing major multinational corporations, claims the European Union's ...[+4191 chars] 2025-02-12T16:48:41 Sogeclair: Voting rights as at 2025/01/31 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/13/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sogeclair-voting-rights-as-at-20250131/2054808 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/13/539082.png PH en SOGECLAIR is a business corporation with a capital of 3 204 901 Euros. Head Office is located at 7 avenue Albert Durand - 31700 BLAGNAC (France) Tel.: +33 (0)5.61.71.71 - www.sogeclair.com. "SOGECLAIR Business corporation with a capital of 3 204 901 Euros Head Office: 7 avenue Albert Durand - 31700 BLAGNAC (France) Tel.: +33 (0)5.61.71.71.71 - www.sogeclair.com 335 218 269 R.C.S. TOULOUSE...[+363 chars]" 2025-02-12T16:45:46 EQS-News: wienerberger is strongly committed to a shareholder value-orientated capital allocation strategy and cancels 2% of its share capital Wienerberger AG https://www.ots.at/presseaussendung/EQS_20250212_EQS0009/eqs-news-wienerberger-is-strongly-committed-to-a-shareholder-value-orientated-capital-allocation-strategy-and-cancels-2-of-its-share-capital https://static.ots.at/css/images/distributed-by-apa-ots_250px.png AT en Wienerberger is strongly committed to a shareholder value-orientated capital allocation strategy and cancels 2% of its share capital. The most recent share buyback program was concluded at the end of last week. The company acquired 1,125,000 own ordinary bearer shares at an average price of € 26,78 via the Vienna Stock Exchange. EQS-News: Wienerberger AG / Key word(s): Share Buyback/Strategic Company Decision wienerberger is strongly committed to a shareholder value-orientated capital allocation strategy and cancels 2% of its...[+4230 chars] 2025-02-12T16:43:06 Which U.S. companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives? Associated Press https://canoe.com/business/money-news/which-u-s-companies-are-pulling-back-on-diversity-initiatives https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/shoppers-at-a-walmart-on-black-friday.jpg CA en A growing number of prominent companies are scaling back or setting aside diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The changes have come in response to a campaign by conservative activists to target workplace programs in the courts and social media and President Donald Trump's executive orders aimed at upending DEI policies. Goldman Sachs confirmed it was dropping a requirement that forced IPO clients to include women and members of minority groups on their board of directors. Google rescinded a goal it had set in 2020 to increase representation of underrepresented groups among its leadership team by 30%. "Musk appears with his son at White House defending DOGE's work but acknowledging mistakes California teen sentenced to 4 years in prison for making hundreds of 'swatting' calls across the US Which U.S...[+14026 chars]" 2025-02-12T16:41:57 Aker Carbon Capture ASA: Key information relating to payment of cash dividend in May 2025 PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Aker_Carbon_Capture_ASA_Key_information_relating_to_payment__0 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/[] US en "Aker Carbon Capture ASA announced on 12 February 2025 that it had resolved to propose to change its name to Aker Carboncapture ASA. Aker's Board of Directors announced that it has resolved to change the name of the company to ""Aker carboncapture"". " "FORNEBU, Norway, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Reference is made to the announcement by Aker Carbon Capture ASA (the ""Company"") on 12 February 2025 where the Board of Directors announced, among other ...[+39 chars]" 2025-02-12T16:40:00 OSC joins multi-jurisdiction settlement with GS Partners Ontario Securities Commission https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/osc-joins-multi-jurisdiction-settlement-with-gs-partners-854613500.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en The Ontario Securities Commission will participate in a multi-jurisdictional settlement with GS Partners and its affiliated companies. GS Partners was investigated for alleged offerings of investments tied to digital assets and the metaverse. They were added to the OSC Investor Warning List in July 2023. According to the settlement terms, GS Partners will provide compensation to eligible investors by paying them less the value of their investments. The claims process will be managed by AlixPartners LP. TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) announced today it will participate in a multi-jurisdictional settlement, along with other provincial and U.S. state securities r...[+2208 chars] 2025-02-12T16:26:23 Morning Joe Applauds Elon Musk for Press Conference With Trump archyde https://www.archyde.com/morning-joe-applauds-elon-musk-for-press-conference-with-trump https://media.zenfs.com/en/thewrap.com/9e1c9918478e0e982ab4e4c8e023400d US en Elon Musk held a press conference in the Oval Office to answer questions about his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative. The initiative aims to reduce federal spending by $1 to $2 trillion. It has received both praise and criticism for its lack of transparency. "Table of Contents Elon Musk's recent move to⁢ hold a press conference alongside President Trump, answering questions regarding his newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has spa...[+5338 chars]" 2025-02-12T16:25:32 Despite hostility in the U.S., ESG investing is still living a quiet life in Canada Jeffrey Jones https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-despite-hostility-in-the-us-esg-investing-is-still-living-a-quiet-life https://www.theglobeandmail.com/resizer/v2/FQQHJ27J5ZCC3DLICGCF2LQU5M.JPG?auth=43b3bfe505015d7effd7b5b70891235f684f3d7e7a703de783c3127ab399e7bf&width=1200&height=800&quality=80&smart=true CA en eosg and sustainable finance reporter has access to all the content. for this content. For more information, go to: www.esgandsustainablefinancereporter.com and www.sfsr.org/sfs. "ESG and Sustainable Finance Reporter to view this content." 2025-02-12T16:23:22 US companies get more latitude to bar shareholder resolutions from their ballots Ross Kerber https://finance.yahoo.com/news/us-regulator-restores-company-leverage-162322810.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/f1c9f06ae849cd4d61b5df78765cafb2 US en The top U.S. securities regulator revised guidance on Wednesday to make it easier for companies to avoid bringing shareholder resolutions to a vote at annual meetings. Shareholder resolutions have become the centerpiece of many corporate meetings in recent years as investors took new interest in matters like climate change and workforce diversity. "By Ross Kerber (Reuters) -The top U.S. securities regulator revised guidance on Wednesday to make it easier for companies to avoid bringing shareholder resolutions to a vote at annual meetings, undoin...[+1914 chars]" 2025-02-12T16:22:32 Luxembourg firms fall behind in energy efficiency, EIB says Kabir Agarwal https://www.luxtimes.lu/luxembourg/luxembourgish-firms-slow-to-embrace-digital-technologies-according-to-eib-report/40499519.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/wzcuwd-many-of-the-projects-are-delivered-with-the-involvement-of-the-european-investment-bank/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/Many%20of%20the%20projects%20are%20delivered%20with%20the%20involvement%20of%20the%20European%20Investment%20Bank LU en 97% of Luxembourgish firms have taken steps to reduce their carbon emissions, according to a survey released by the European Investment Bank (EIB) on Wednesday. However, they have been reluctant to invest in energy efficiency and innovation activity and slow to adopt 'advanced digital technologies'. Virtually all Luxembourgish firms have taken steps to reduce their carbon emissions, according to a survey released by the European Investment Bank (EIB) on Wednesday, but they have been reluctant to ...[+1882 chars] 2025-02-12T16:21:00 Disney plans to review diversity, equality and inclusivity policies Alimat Aliyeva https://www.azernews.az/region/237679.html https://www.azernews.az/media/2025/02/12/1739349005210308677_1200x630.png AZ en "Disney will no longer factor diversity into executive compensation starting from the beginning of the financial year. The new metric will focus more on driving Disney's commercial success. An initiative aimed at telling the stories of ""underrepresented"" groups is also being phased out. Google, Deloitte, Walmart, Ford, Harley-Davidson, and Tractor Supply have moved away from the DEI-focused approach recently." "The multinational media corporation Disney (The Walt Disney Company) will review its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policy, Azernews reports. Starting from the beginning of the financial year,...[+1168 chars]" 2025-02-12T16:00:52 Sri Lanka says world ill-prepared for widespread sovereign debt crisis bugsbunny http://colombogazette.com/2025/02/12/sri-lanka-says-world-ill-prepared-for-widespread-sovereign-debt-crisis http://colombogazette.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/479288360_1031422405684046_1303198196179026019_n.jpg LK en President Anura Kumara Dissanayake spoke at the 2025 World Governments Summit held in the United Arab Emirates. He said the world is ill-prepared to face a widespread sovereign debt crisis. He stressed the importance of social justice and the rule of law in building a structured state and a more responsible world. .tdi_2.td-a-rec{text-align:center}.tdi_2.td-a-rec:not(.td-a-rec-no-translate){transform:translateZ(0)}.tdi_2 .td-element-style{z-index:-1}.tdi_2.td-a-rec-img{text-align:left}.tdi_2.td-a-rec-img img{ma...[+3299 chars] 2025-02-12T16:00:06 Goldman Sachs abandons DEI rule, saying it has ‘served its purpose' Leo Sands https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/02/12/goldman-sachs-dei-policy-boardroom https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/RPJ3TGDXGT245QLJ56HHVK3Y7U.JPG&w=1440 US en Goldman Sachs has ended its restriction on underwriting companies with all-White, all-male boards in the United States and Western Europe. It is the latest corporate behemoth to evaluate its equity and inclusion practices at a time when President Donald Trump is stepping up attacks on DEI policies. Goldman Sachs has ended its restriction on underwriting companies with all-White, all-male boards in the United States and Western Europe, becoming the latest corporate behemoth to evaluate its equity...[+3614 chars] 2025-02-12T15:59:48 Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives? Ellen Schmidt https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/which-us-companies-are-pulling-back-on-diversity-initiatives/article_e927a901-a371-5f9a-9aa1-7b284758eb42.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/66/56624f5c-7fa4-5009-8c29-32d3781d24b8/67acd0691b6db.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Some companies are scaling back or setting aside diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in response to the Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd, a Black man, in 2020. Conservative activists are trying to target workplace programs in the courts and social media. President Donald Trump's executive orders aim to upending DEI policies in the federal government and private sector. A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that much of corporate America endorsed following the protests that accompanied th...[+345 chars] 2025-02-12T15:59:47 Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives? The Associated Press https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/02/12/which-us-companies-are-pulling-back-on-diversity-initiatives https://www.mercurynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Companies_DEI_78070.jpg?w=1024&h=683 US en A growing number of prominent companies are scaling back or setting aside diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The changes come in response to a campaign by conservative activists and President Donald Trump's executive orders aimed at upending DEI policies in both the federal government and private sector. Goldman Sachs is dropping a requirement that forced IPO clients to include women and members of minority groups on their board of directors. Google rescinded a goal it had set in 2020 to increase representation of underrepresented groups among the company's leadership team by 30% within five years. A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that much of corporate America endorsed following the protests that accompanied th...[+11157 chars] 2025-02-12T15:59:47 These US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives The Associated Press https://www.courant.com/2025/02/12/companies-dei https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Companies_DEI_78070.jpg?w=1024&h=683 US en A growing number of prominent companies are scaling back or setting aside diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The changes come in response to a campaign by conservative activists and President Donald Trump's executive orders aimed at upending DEI policies in both the federal government and private sector. Goldman Sachs is dropping a requirement that forced IPO clients to include women and members of minority groups on their board of directors. Google rescinded a goal it had set in 2020 to increase representation of underrepresented groups among the company's leadership team by 30% within five years. A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that much of corporate America endorsed following the protests that accompanied th...[+11157 chars] 2025-02-12T15:49:56 Goldman Sachs, PBS & Disney all rolled back DEI programs this week KAYLA GASKINS https://news3lv.com/news/nation-world/goldman-sachs-pbs-disney-all-rolled-back-dei-programs-this-week-diversity-equity-inclusion-trump-administration-executive-order-politics https://news3lv.com/resources/media2/16x9/3173/986/0x166/90/1b4bf9d0-7bc1-41be-bbd9-a97ee87fcd42-AP24233501815525.jpg US en Goldman Sachs will no longer require companies it takes public to have diverse board members. Disney is revising its diversity and inclusion approach to focus more on business outcomes. PBS has shut down its DEI office to comply with a Trump executive order ending DEI in federally supported organizations. The FCC has opened a probe into NBC's parent company Comcast over promotion of DEI programs. WASHINGTON (TNND) — Companies across the nation are scaling back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, with major corporations like Goldman Sachs, Disney, and PBS joining the trend this ...[+1802 chars] 2025-02-12T15:47:19 Goldman Sachs explains axing DEI rule which has ‘served its purpose' Karl Matchett https://www.independent.co.uk/business/dei-diversity-rule-goldman-sachs-trump-b2696764.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/02/12/11/08/GettyImages-1638089906.jpeg?trim=525,1120,224,0&width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800 GB en Trump signed an executive order aimed at ending diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. Goldman Sachs is the latest company to scale back or remove DEI programmes. Deloitte is also set to'sunset' their DEI programs in the US. Labour plans to bolster DEI protections. "Goldman Sachs have become the latest company to scrap their diversity programmes following the Trump administration's signing of an executive order which was aimed at ending ""radical and wasteful gove...[+2373 chars]" 2025-02-12T14:58:24 ExxonMobil: Possible Weakness in 2025 Fun Trading https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/exxonmobil-possible-weakness-2025-145824945.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/e76b0ac62ab320f4c5d81ded943a0aa1 US en Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) announced its earnings for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024 on January 31, 2025. The quarterly dividend was raised by 4.2% from the previous quarter, reaching $0.99 per share, which translates to a yield of 3.7%. ExxonMobil and Chevron have similar valuations, are in the same oil and gas industry and pay attractive dividends. Chevron is 28th in the S&P 500 and is a dividend aristocrat as well. However, Chevron is regarded as more stable, known for its consistent returns and lower volatility, while ExxonMobil adopts a more aggressive strategy that is more sensitive to fluctuations in oil Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) announced its earnings for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024 on January 31, 2025. This article updates my previous article published on Gurufocus on February...[+10596 chars] 2025-02-12T14:33:49 Goldman Sachs Axes Diversity Requirement For Company Boards—Here Are All The Companies Rolling Back DEI Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/02/12/goldman-sachs-axes-diversity-requirement-for-company-boards-here-are-all-the-companies-rolling-back-dei https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67acabfd262ddfed8dfab8d0/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=2325,1309,x56,y20,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Goldman Sachs will no longer require companies it takes public to have diverse members on their boards of directors. Disney is making several changes to its DEI approach, including shifting its 'Diversity & Inclusion' performance metric used to evaluate employees to 'Talent Strategy' and axing its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' website. PBS has closed its diversity, equity and inclusion office, and those who worked in DEI roles have left the company. Accenture is no longer using diversity targets in hiring and promoting. Amtrak will roll back its diversity programs and policies. Goldman Sachs will no longer require companies it takes public to have diverse members on their boards of directors, a reversal of a policy it implemented in 2020, making it the latest major change in...[+18938 chars] 2025-02-12T14:15:50 Cascale and Worldly Release Policy Deep Dive on IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/asia-oceania-government-regulations-f0755af4c8efd32db954d7f760097b66 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Cascale, a global nonprofit alliance representing over 300 organizations from the consumer goods industry, and Worldly, the leading sustainability data insights platform, have released their latest policy deep dive on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The adoption of ISSB standards is critical as it fosters global alignment in sustainability reporting. AMSTERDAM and HONG KONG and OAKLAND, Calif., February 12, 2025 /3BL/ - Cascale, a global nonprofit alliance representing over 300 organizations across the consumer goods industry, and Worldly, the lea...[+5280 chars] 2025-02-12T14:09:52 76% of U.S. Corporate Directors Cite Growth as a Top Priority This Year, Outpacing Efficiencies and Cost-Cutting Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/76-of-u-s-corporate-directors-cite-growth-as-a-top-priority-this-year-outpacing-efficiencies-and-cost-cutting https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250212353048r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en For the first time in recent years, cybersecurity fell to third on the list of most challenging issues for directors to oversee. 71% of directors regularly meet with cybersecurity leaders to discuss evolving risks and strategy. 51% of board members have reviewed their incident identification and disclosure processes. FTI Consulting is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations manage change. "Article content Boards view taking a political stand as an increased risk. With heightened political and social divisions, 85% of respondents see greater risk in speaking out compared to staying silen...[+2850 chars]" 2025-02-12T14:09:52 76% of U.S. Corporate Directors Cite Growth as a Top Priority This Year, Outpacing Efficiencies and Cost-Cutting Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/76-of-u-s-corporate-directors-cite-growth-as-a-top-priority-this-year-outpacing-efficiencies-and-cost-cutting https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/TS20180703VH21734.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=cFh6ardM4U1iEYZ8_o4eNA CA en Three-quarters of U.S. corporate directors say pursuing growth opportunities is a priority in 2025. Succession planning at the CEO and executive level rose to the second most challenging issue for directors. Strategy ranked as the leading oversight challenge for directors, with 42% of respondents citing it as their greatest difficulty. "Boards also show increased concern around succession planning and geopolitical threats in a post-election landscape NEW YORK — Approximately three-quarters of U.S. corporate directors say pursuing gro...[+9286 chars]" 2025-02-12T14:09:52 76% of U.S. Corporate Directors Cite Growth as a Top Priority This Year, Outpacing Efficiencies and Cost-Cutting Business Wire https://www.thewhig.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/76-of-u-s-corporate-directors-cite-growth-as-a-top-priority-this-year-outpacing-efficiencies-and-cost-cutting https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250212353048r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Boards show increased concern around succession planning and geopolitical threats in a post-election landscape. Three-quarters of U.S. corporate directors say pursuing growth opportunities is a priority in 2025. This is according to a new survey by Diligent and FTI Consulting. "Article content Boards also show increased concern around succession planning and geopolitical threats in a post-election landscape NEW YORK — Approximately three-quarters of U.S. corporate directors ...[+408 chars]" 2025-02-12T14:03:23 Grayscale's XRP Spot ETF Maybe Acknowledged By The SEC on Feb 13 Crypto News Z https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/grayscale_8217s_xrp_spot_etf_maybe_acknowledged_by_the_sec_o https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/[] US en The SEC may acknowledge Grayscale's XRP spot ETF filing as early as Thursday, February 13, 2025. The regulatory agency typically has 15 days to respond to such a filing. e.g. the SEC has to respond within 15 days of the filing being filed. According to Fox journalist Eleanor Terrett, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may acknowledge Grayscale's XRP spot ETF filing as early as Thursday, February 13, 2025. The regulatory a...[+30 chars] 2025-02-12T14:01:03 Juventus FC Looks To Become Serie A's Most Sustainable Soccer Club Vitas Carosella https://www.forbes.com/sites/vitascarosella/2025/02/12/juventus-fc-looks-to-become-serie-as-most-sustainable-soccer-club https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67aca503fde610ac60306c76/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en "Juventus FC has launched a new sustainability strategy ""Black, White and More"" on December 17 ahead of the club's 4-0 victory against Cagliari in the Coppa Italia Frecciarossa. Sustainability has become a mainstream topic in soccer due to increased government regulation and pressure from fans. Since the 2018-19 season, 100% of the electricity Juventus purchases has come from renewable sources and the club is also implementing LED lighting to increase energy efficiency at the stadium and training complex. Juventus has been doing sustainability reporting for over a decade and has reported its carbon footprint since 2019." "Juventus FC is a club synonymous with winning. Now it is matching its on-field success, with ... [+] off-field action. The club has launched a new sustainability strategy ""Black, White and More"" to ho...[+8505 chars]" 2025-02-12T14:00:09 How TIME and Statista Determined the World's Best Companies of 2025 – Asia/Pacific https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/12/how-time-and-statista-determined-the-worlds-best-companies-of-2025-asia-pacific https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/How-TIME-and-Statista-Determined-the-Worlds-Best-Companies-of.jpg US en TIME has published its first annual list of the World's Best Companies of 2025 – Asia/Pacific. The first dimension, Employee Satisfaction, was evaluated using survey data from 2023 from employees worldwide with a main focus on the Asia-Pacific region. The second dimension, Financial Performance, was assessed using data from Statista's financial database and targeted research. The third dimension, Sustainability Transparency, evaluated based on ESG data from 2022. The scores of all three dimensions were added on an equal percentage basis to form the final ranking score of maximum of 100 points. "TIME has published its first annual list of the Methodology The research project ' The first dimension, Employee Satisfaction, was evaluated using survey data from 2023 from employees worldwide with a...[+1902 chars]" 2025-02-12T13:45:11 EU to propose interim 2040 aim to cut emissions by 90% https://www.luxtimes.lu/europeanunion/eu-to-propose-interim-2040-aim-to-cut-emissions-by-90/40465936.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/europeanunion/y9eohf-shutterstock-2139345473.jpg/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/shutterstock_2139345473.jpg LU en The European Commission will propose a law by the end of March to set an interim emissions-reduction target for the bloc at 90% by 2040. The EU has a binding target to cut greenhouse gases by at least 55% by 2030 compared with 1990 levels. The 2040 aim has been criticised by far-right political groups in the EU assembly. "The European Union's executive will propose a law by the end of March to set an interim emissions-reduction target for the bloc at 90% by 2040, advancing its ambitious climate agenda. The goal, includ...[+1265 chars]" 2025-02-12T13:45:00 Council Post: How To Build Trust In The Voluntary Carbon Market Romain Pison https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/02/12/how-to-build-trust-in-the-voluntary-carbon-market https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/63e654c98ca010a3399d9cc3/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Romain Pison is CEO of NoviCarbon. He is an expert in sustainable infrastructure, decarbonization strategies and ESG leadership. He believes the voluntary carbon market (VCM) needs to build trust through transparency, accountability and demonstrated impact in order to scale as a credible decarbonisation mechanism. "Romain Pison, CEO of NoviCarbon - an entrepreneur and decarbonization expert known for his work in ESG and green infrastructure. The voluntary carbon market (VCM) has grown into a cornerstone of globa...[+6441 chars]" 2025-02-12T13:44:57 Romain Pison https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/people/romainpison https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/679943a2d2fce078b9bed0cd/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=200,200,x0,y0,safe&width=300 US en For the VCM to play a credible role in decarbonization for corporates and businesses, trust must be its foundation, as it is essential for trust to be a foundation of VCM's business model. for businesses to decarbonize. Romain Pison, CEO of NoviCarbon - an entrepreneur and decarbonization expert known for his work in ESG and green infrastructure. Read Romain Pison's full executive profile here. 2025-02-12T13:34:12 SEC's Climate Disclosure Rule Deeply Flawed, Could Harm Economy: Acting Chairman Naveen Athrappully https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/secs-climate-disclosure-rule-deeply-flawed-could-harm-economy-acting-chairman-5808569 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2024/05/03/id5643301-GettyImages-82880353KO-1080x720.jpg US en The SEC's climate disclosure rule for businesses is deeply flawed and could pose a broader risk to the U.S. economy, Acting Chairman Mark T. Uyeda said in a Feb. 11 statement. In March 2024, the SEC finalized the rules, but a flurry of legal challenges followed, including from Republican states. In April 2024 the SEC paused the implementation of the rule as litigation was pending. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC's) climate disclosure rule for businesses is deeply flawed and could pose a broader risk to the U.S. economy, SEC Acting Chairman Mark T. Uyeda said ...[+3713 chars] 2025-02-12T13:31:00 Deloitte Tells US Staff to Remove Pronouns from Emails Amidst DEI Retreat Business Insider https://us.headtopics.com/news/deloitte-tells-us-staff-to-remove-pronouns-from-emails-65786890 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/12/businessinsider/deloitte-tells-us-staff-to-remove-pronouns-from-em-deloitte-tells-us-staff-to-remove-pronouns-from-em-EE9979F386A6A895E625C44FA21AAFAF.webp US en Deloitte instructed some US employees to remove pronouns from their email signatures as part of a broader scaling back of diversity programs. The company's chief people officer, Doug Beaudoin, informed employees on Monday that Deloitte would be discontinuing its workforce and business diversity goals, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Transparency report, and DEI programming. The changes affect 173,000 US employees. In contrast, the UK division reaffirmed its commitment to diversity goals. Deloitte, the world's largest professional services firm, has directed some US employees to remove pronouns from their email signatures as part of a broader scaling back of diversity programs. This mo...[+2210 chars] 2025-02-12T13:28:00 Companies Rebrand DEI Initiatives Amidst Political Backlash Business Insider https://us.headtopics.com/news/companies-rebrand-dei-initiatives-amidst-political-backlash-65786807 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/12/businessinsider/companies-rebrand-dei-initiatives-amidst-political-companies-rebrand-dei-initiatives-amidst-political-7F5E3446EE7DE9C1B321FA76A2375B79.webp US en Disney and Google are rebranding their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and initiatives in response to growing political pressure and concerns over legal risks. Some companies, like McDonald's, are taking a more conciliatory approach to DEI than others, such as Costco. In response to growing political pressure and concerns over legal risks, several major corporations are rebranding their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and initiatives. While some com...[+5422 chars] 2025-02-12T13:08:36 Executives Remain Committed to Integrating Financial and Sustainability Data, Citing Strong Benefits Despite Policy Uncertainty, New Workiva Study Finds Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/executives-remain-committed-to-integrating-financial-and-sustainability-data-citing-strong-benefits-despite-policy-uncertainty-new-workiva-study-finds https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250212682971r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en According to Workiva Inc.'s 2025 Executive Benchmark Survey, 97% of executives say sustainability reporting will be a business advantage within two years. Over 10,000 companies and institutions have set science-based decarbonization targets or committed to doing so. 24 U.S. States and over 190 countries remain aligned with the Paris Climate Agreement. "Article content NEW YORK — Companies that integrate financial and sustainability data are gaining a competitive edge. According to Workiva Inc.'s (NYSE: WK) 2025 Executive Benchmark Survey of 1,600 gl...[+525 chars]" 2025-02-12T13:07:33 ECG's revenue under-declaration due to political interference, and not corporate misconduct https://www.myjoyonline.com/ecgs-revenue-under-declaration-due-to-political-interference-and-not-corporate-misconduct-dr-apetorgbor https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Eliplim-Apertorgbor.jpg GH en The Electricity Company of Ghana has been accused of under-declaring revenue. Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor says political interference in revenue management is the root cause of the problem. He is the Chief Executive Office of the Chamber of Independent Power Producers. Energy Systems Specialist, Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor, has indicated that the under-declaration of revenue by the Electricity Company of Ghana should not be reduced to accusations of inefficiency ...[+1427 chars] 2025-02-12T13:06:21 Enviri Corporation to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/12/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/enviri-corporation-to-participate-in-upcoming-investor-conferences/2054535 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/12/538742.jpg PH en Enviri Corporation is a provider of environmental solutions for industrial and specialty waste streams. Enviri is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and operates in more than 150 locations in over 30 countries. Management will be participating in the following upcoming investor conferences:. PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI), a global, market-leading provider of environmental solutions for industrial and specialty waste streams, today announce...[+650 chars] 2025-02-12T13:06:09 Genius Group calls EGM to approve share buyback, cancels rights offering. https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/12/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/genius-group-calls-egm-to-approve-share-buyback-cancels-rights-offering/2054519 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/12/538726.png PH en Genius Group Limited (NYSE American: GNS) is a leading AI-powered, Bitcoin-first education group. Its Board of Directors called for an EGM for shareholders to authorize the Board to carry out a share buyback of up to 20% of the issued share capital and to approve the creation of a new class of ordinary shares and preferred shares. The Board has also voted to cancel the rights offering at this time. Genius Group serves 5.4 million users in over 100 countries through its Genius City model and online digital marketplace of AI training, AI tools and AI talent. "SINGAPORE, Feb. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Group Limited (NYSE American: GNS) (""Genius Group' or the ""Company'), a leading AI-powered, Bitcoin-first education group, announced today that its ...[+3525 chars]" 2025-02-12T13:03:02 Enviri Corporation to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences Enviri https://www.eagletribune.com/region/enviri-corporation-to-participate-in-upcoming-investor-conferences/article_b9030687-6f77-576e-ac4b-89d3a87ba906.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Enviri Corporation is a market-leading provider of environmental solutions for industrial and specialty waste streams. Enviri management will attend J.P. Morgan 2025 Global Leveraged Finance Conference on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 and BofA Securities 2025 Global Agriculture and Materials Conference on Wednesday February 26, 2025. PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI), a global, market-leading provider of environmental solutions for industrial and specialty waste streams, today announce...[+308 chars] 2025-02-12T13:02:22 Executives Remain Committed to Integrating Financial and Sustainability Data, Citing Strong Benefits Despite Policy Uncertainty, New Workiva Study Finds Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/executives-remain-committed-to-integrating-financial-and-sustainability-data-citing-strong-benefits-despite-policy-uncertainty/article_74f829b2-7f5a-51ac-8737-75233ba5fb0b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Companies that integrate financial and sustainability data are gaining a competitive edge. 97% of executives say sustainability reporting will be a business advantage within two years. 96% of investors agree it strengthens financial performance. Workiva Inc.'s 2025 Executive Benchmark Survey of 1,600 global leaders was conducted. "NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 12, 2025-- Companies that integrate financial and sustainability data are gaining a competitive edge. According to Workiva Inc.'s (NYSE: WK) 2025 Executive Benchmark Sur...[+187 chars]" 2025-02-12T12:56:51 Deloitte tells some staff to remove pronouns from their email signatures https://www.msn.com/en-ae/money/companies/deloitte-tells-some-staff-to-remove-pronouns-from-their-email-signatures/ar-AA1yTdvS US en Deloitte US has made a series of changes to its diversity practices. The changes include telling some staff to remove pronouns from their email signatures. Deloitte receives $3.2 billion annually through its contracts with federal agencies, including the Departments of Defense and Health and Human Services. Deloitte US has made a series of changes to its DEI practices, according to internal memos seen by BI.The moves include telling staff working on government contracts to remove pronouns from email sign...[+9083 chars] 2025-02-12T12:43:21 Luton bus operator sets out its Social Value Stephen Kiely https://www.lutontoday.co.uk/community/luton-bus-operator-sets-out-its-social-value-4987659 https://www.lutontoday.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmJmM2I0N2Y3LTBmZWYtNDYyNy1iMTlmLWI1OTQ5NmVhYmU5Njo3OGI0M2Q2Yy1mMjI5LTRjOWUtYmM0YS1iNjYyZjk0OTQxNjg=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Stagecoach East's Social Value Policy sets out its commitment to support its local community in a major new public document. It covers issues such as how the operator works to create local jobs, improve the well-being and skills of its colleagues, how it supports the local community and stakeholders, its focus on the environment, efforts to be inclusive and support local health charities, and how it will always work to improve and to operate in a transparent way. "Darren Roe A Luton bus operator has set out its commitment to support its local community in a major new public document. Get the day's headlines and highlights emailed direct to you every day Sign up...[+1850 chars]" 2025-02-12T12:41:44 East Sussex climate activists hold violin-based protest to deliver ‘stop fiddling while the planet burns' message Mid Sussex Times https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/politics/east-sussex-climate-activists-hold-violin-based-protest-to-deliver-stop-fiddling-while-the-planet-burns-message-4987635 https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmM5ZmRmM2M2LTliOGMtNDQwZS05MTIzLTlhNTQyZGQ4NWRmMDo3NmIyOWFjYS1iMTU3LTRhYmItODkwMS01YjJlYmU4NGFmODQ=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Divest East Sussex members held a 'violin-based protest' in Lewes on Tuesday morning, February 11. It was timed to coincide with the East Sussex County Council's Full Council meeting. They are demanding that the council and the pension fund stop investing in fossil fuel companies. "Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Climate activists held a 'violin-based protest' in Lewes to deliver their message of 'stop fiddling while the...[+3024 chars]" 2025-02-12T12:38:07 Beds bus operator sets out its Social Value Stephen Kiely https://www.bedfordtoday.co.uk/community/beds-bus-operator-sets-out-its-social-value-4987646 https://www.bedfordtoday.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmE4YTJkZjU0LTU5NDMtNDQ3NC04ZWZlLTJjMzAwMjA2ODkwYjo5MThkMDM2NS1iMTlmLTQyZTEtODViYy03MWZhZDVhYzYyOTk=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Bedfordshire's biggest bus operator has set out its commitment to support its local community in a major new public document. Stagecoach East's Social Value Policy covers key areas, such as how the operator works to create local jobs and improve the well-being and skills of its colleagues, how it supports its community and stakeholders, its focus on the environment and its efforts to be inclusive. "Darren Roe Bedfordshire's biggest bus operator has set out its commitment to support its local community in a major new public document. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing u...[+1828 chars]" 2025-02-12T12:21:17 ESG key driver to attract next generation of top talent Deepak John https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/12/02/2025/esg-key-driver-to-attract-next-generation-of-top-talent https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/get/maximage/20241122_1732261278-142.jpg?1732261278 QA en Qatari CEOs are committed to embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance principles into their strategies. 52 percent expect measurable returns on ESG investments within 3 to 5 years, 36 percent in 5 to 7 years, and 12 percent in 1 to 3 years. Inclusion, diversity, and equity are also taking center stage, with 76 percent of CEOs expecting increased scrutiny on diversity performance. Doha, Qatar: Investing in renewable energy, socially inclusive policies, and responsible business practices not only drives long-term value but also attracts the next generation of talent, positioning...[+1686 chars] 2025-02-12T12:16:34 OTC Markets Group Welcomes Thiogenesis Therapeutics, Corp. archyde https://www.archyde.com/otc-markets-group-welcomes-thiogenesis-therapeutics-corp https://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/68f5262e-c7f5-43d0-a834-3bc4ed2503ec US en Thiogenesis Therapeutics Corp. has upgraded to the OTCQX Best Market. The company is a biotechnology company developing innovative treatments for cancer and other diseases. It is trading today on OTC QX under the symbol 'TTIPF'. "Table of Contents 'Thank you! This​ move is a ‌key ⁢strategic decision for Thiogenesis. Upgrading to the OTCQX Best Market allows us to connect more directly with U.S. investors, a market that's cruci...[+12575 chars]" 2025-02-12T12:08:49 NYC Comptroller Lander urges US CEOs: Do not obey Trump in advance: Ross Kerber Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/world/us/nyc-comptroller-lander-urges-us-ceos-do-not-obey-trump-advance-ross-kerber-2025-02-12 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Institutional Shareholder Services wants to end diversity considerations in its boardroom recommendations. New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is an activist investor. Lander and his staff have been among the most active pension fund investors in pushing companies for changes on social and climate issues. He is running to be mayor of New York. BOSTON, Feb 12 (Reuters) - The opinions expressed here are those of the author, a columnist for Reuters. This column is part of the weekly Reuters Sustainable Finance newsletter, which you can sign up...[+4754 chars] 2025-02-12T12:04:18 EU to propose new 2040 climate target for emissions by end-March Reuters https://www.khaleejtimes.com/world/europe/eu-to-propose-new-2040-climate-target-for-emissions-by-end-march-2 https://imgengine.khaleejtimes.com/khaleejtimes/import/images/_MxLlXJGvvOuLpGooK-qXcVHv4o.jpg?w=1200&ar=40:21&auto=format,compress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 AE en The European Commission will propose a new climate target this quarter to slash Europe's emissions by 2040. The EU has pledged to cut net emissions 55 per cent by 2030. The 2040 climate target will also be used to set a 2035 goal, which all countries are required to submit to the UN this year. "The European Commission will propose a new climate target this quarter, to slash Europe's emissions by 2040, it said on Wednesday. A Commission work programme, published on Wednesday, confirmed the EU...[+934 chars]" 2025-02-12T12:01:00 No more gender pronouns email signatures at US financial firms Florida Phoenix Staff https://www.islandernews.com/local/business/no-more-gender-pronouns-email-signatures-at-us-financial-firms/article_20db8088-e939-11ef-bcaa-4f4e4f4b9a2e.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/islandernews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/05/9057860a-e939-11ef-b319-b3ac05e04fa3/67ac8e638ef09.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Deloitte US asked employees assigned to work on government contracts to stop using gender pronouns like he/him or they/them. The company also said it would'sunset' its diversity goals and the yearly diversity, equity and inclusion report. Other companies have also moved to drop or curtail diversity initiatives. "Last week, financial and consulting firm Deloitte US asked employees assigned to work on government contracts to stop using gender pronouns like he/him or they/them. In an email to employees, Deloitte...[+554 chars]" 2025-02-12T12:00:57 What Is GRC? Understanding Governance, Risk, and Compliance Kihara Kimachia https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-is-grc https://assets.techrepublic.com/uploads/2022/09/what-is-grc.jpeg US en Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) is an organization's strategy to manage its compliance with regulatory mandates and corporate governance standards. GRC is important because it helps organizations protect their reputations, finances, customers, and employees while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. It can also help organizations improve their operational efficiency and reduce costs. Governance, risk, and compliance, often called GRC, is a blanket term that describes the strategies and technologies used to manage an organization's compliance with regulatory mandates and corporate ...[+6572 chars] 2025-02-12T11:57:08 Deloitte, the largest of the Big Four firms, is split over DEI https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/12/deloitte-the-largest-of-the-big-four-firms-is-split-over-dei https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Deloitte-the-largest-of-the-Big-Four-firms-is-split.jpeg US en The world's largest professional services firm, Deloitte, is changing its diversity and inclusion policies. The changes apply only to its US employees, but the firm's UK branch has signaled a split with its US counterpart. The company receives $3.2 billion annually through its contracts with federal agencies. "The world's largest professional services firm, 'We will sunset our workforce and business aspirational diversity goals, our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Transparency report, and our DEI pro...[+3566 chars]" 2025-02-12T11:55:37 Economists and anti-graft group support stricter approval for new GLCs Shahrul Shahabudin https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/02/1174137/economists-and-anti-graft-group-support-stricter-approval-new-glcs https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/SIMPOSIUM_PENGANTARABANGSAAN_BAHASA_MELAYU_1739361327.jpg MY en The new requirement for agencies to establish a new company requires approval from the highest level. Economists and an anti-graft group have welcomed the government's decision to implement the new requirement. The Centre to Combat Corruption and Cronyism said the initiative should be implemented together with other measures that provide accountability, checks and balances, audits, and qualification criteria. KUALA LUMPUR: Economists and an anti-graft group have welcomed the government's decision to implement a new requirement for its agencies to establish a new company, which now requires approval from th...[+3347 chars] 2025-02-12T11:34:46 Deloitte, the largest of the Big Four firms, is split over DEI Polly Thompson https://www.yahoo.com/news/deloitte-largest-big-four-firms-113446600.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Ndtr.nymEuy5okoaoys.6A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insider_articles_922/8f7262a6b16a03829eda81e0669f2cf8 US en "Deloitte US has made changes to its diversity and inclusion policies. The changes follow a review of ""pertinent government directives"" Deloitte receives $3.2 billion annually through its contracts with federal agencies, including the Departments of Defense and Health and Human Services. The company's UK division will not follow suit." "Deloitte US has made a series of changes to its DEI practices, according to internal memos seen by BI. The changes follow a review of ""pertinent government directives,"" Deloitte said. But a boss told ...[+4707 chars]" 2025-02-12T11:34:46 Deloitte, the largest of the Big Four firms, is split over DEI https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/news/deloitte-the-largest-of-the-big-four-firms-is-split-over-dei/ar-AA1yTdvS US en "Deloitte US is pulling back its diversity programs in the US. The changes follow a review of ""pertinent government directives"" Deloitte receives $3.2 billion annually through its contracts with federal agencies, including the Departments of Defense and Health and Human Services. The UK division will not follow suit." "Deloitte US has made a series of changes to its DEI practices, according to internal memos seen by BI.The changes follow a review of ""pertinent government directives,"" Deloitte said.But a boss told UK...[+9412 chars]" 2025-02-12T11:32:22 City View Green Holdings Inc. Considering Spin Out as Part of Strategic Review Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/240490-city-view-green-holdings-inc-considering-spin-out-as-part-of-strategic-review https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-240490.jpg CA en City View Green Holdings Inc. (CSE: CVGR) extends private placement and grants stock options to certain directors, officers and consultants. The Company is an innovative Canadian-based cannabis-infused edibles manufacturing company. The Board of Directors is considering a potential spinout of its subsidiary into a separate, independently traded public company. "Extends Private Placement and Grants Stock Options Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – February 12, 2025) – City View Green Holdings Inc. (CSE: CVGR) (OTCQB: CVGRF) ('City View' or the 'Company'), an i...[+8658 chars]" 2025-02-12T11:24:06 US firms will aim to have inclusive environment despite DEI changes, Randstad CEO says Michal Aleksandrowicz https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/us-firms-aim-inclusive-environment-112406129.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/1b4a16c0d65b441ad3d5c902cece1601 US en Randstad CEO Sander van't Noordende says some U.S. companies are changing their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies in response to President Donald Trump's executive orders. Trump has issued a series of executive orders aimed at scrapping DEI initiatives across the federal government and private sector. "By Michal Aleksandrowicz and Johan BODINIER (Reuters) - The CEO of Dutch staffing giant Randstad said on Wednesday ""the headlines are bleaker than the reality"" as some U.S. companies change their dive...[+1145 chars]" 2025-02-12T11:06:00 Kingston Demands True Input on Kingswood Project Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/kingston-demands-true-input-on-kingswood-project-1406771 https://www.kingston.vic.gov.au/files/assets/public/v/1/images/news/kingswood_website-image_380x250.jpg?w=1200 US en Kingston Mayor Georgina Oxley is calling on the Victorian Government to allow proper time for thorough assessment and genuine community consultation on the latest development plans for the former Kingswood Golf Course site. The proposed development would increase Dingley Village's population by 20-25%. 8,000 objections were lodged against a previous plan. Council is also questioning how public assets will be managed and whether the development will contribute adequately to essential community infrastructure. Kingston Mayor Georgina Oxley is calling on the Victorian Government to allow proper time for thorough assessment and genuine community consultation on the latest development plans for the former King...[+1551 chars] 2025-02-12T10:58:24 Saudi Electricity prices $2.7bn dual-tranche sukuk offering https://tradearabia.com/news/OGN_430834.html https://tradearabia.com/source/2025/02/12/sukuk8.jpg?02:36:05pm BH en Saudi Electricity Company has successfully priced a $2.75 billion dual-tranche senior unsecured RegS Sukuk under its international Sukuk Programme. The issuance consists of two tranches: a $1.25 billion 10-year green Sukuk tranche with a profit rate of 5.489% p.a., maturing on February 18, 2035, and a $ 1.5 billion 5-year conventional Sukuk, with profit rate 5.225%. The green tranche is SEC's fourth under its Green Sukuk Framework, with proceeds allocated to financing or refinancing eligible green projects in renewables and energy efficiency. SEC has raised a total of $3.75 "Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) has announced that it has successfully priced a $2.75 billion dual-tranche senior unsecured RegS Sukuk under its international Sukuk Programme. The issuance consists of...[+1682 chars]" 2025-02-12T10:57:32 VOTE: Do you agree with corporations that are ending diversity, equity and inclusion? The National News Desk https://kmph.com/question/vote-do-you-agree-with-corporations-that-are-ending-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dei-policies-goldman-sachs-disney-starbucks-doge-department-of-government-efficiency-elon-musk-president-donald-trump https://kmph.com/resources/media2/16x9/723/986/0x6/90/49b45550-8ca1-4a9e-9994-6a6cb646de8b-TargetD.JPG US en Goldman Sachs and Disney are ending diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. Missouri's attorney general files a lawsuit against Starbucks for its DEI policies. Do you agree with corporations that are ending DEI? Vote in the poll above or click here. "by The National News Desk Wed, February 12th 2025 at 7:57 AM Updated Wed, February 12th 2025 at 8:00 AM People protest Target for ending its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives outside a Targ...[+463 chars]" 2025-02-12T10:51:26 Goldman Sachs axes diversity rule that has ‘served its purpose' archyde https://www.archyde.com/goldman-sachs-axes-diversity-rule-that-has-served-its-purpose https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/480/cpsprodpb/1c29/live/1a902180-e8b6-11ef-8bb2-a9986bcdac12.jpg.webp US en Goldman Sachs has changed its internal policy regarding diversity in corporate boardrooms. The bank has removed the requirement that companies seeking IPO advising must have at least two board members meeting specific diversity criteria. Richard Gnodde, CEO of Goldman Sachs International, believes that the rule is no longer needed. The Conference Board reports that US boards are'more diverse than ever' but the rate of progress in racial diversity hiring has slowed. "Table of Contents Goldman Sachs has made a meaningful adjustment to its internal policy regarding diversity in corporate boardrooms. The bank announced the removal of its previous requirement that com...[+11777 chars]" 2025-02-12T10:50:21 Goldman Sachs scraps diversity rule that ‘served its purpose' Samuel Norman https://www.cityam.com/goldman-scraps-diversity-rules https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/005-Richard-Gnodde.jpg GB en Goldman Sachs has scrapped a diversity rule which barred it from advising all male, all white boards on company flotations. The change comes as President Trump's administration takes a wrecking ball to diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) policies throughout the US. Deloitte US instructs government employees to remove gender pronouns from their email signatures. "Goldman Sachs has scrapped a diversity rule which barred it from advising all male, all white boards on company flotations. The now-ditched rule stated the investment bank would only help a business s...[+1892 chars]" 2025-02-12T10:40:06 97% of firms in Luxembourg take climate action: EIB survey https://delano.lu/article/97-of-firms-in-luxembourg-take-climate-action-eib-survey https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/97-of-firms-in-luxembourg-take-climate-action-eib-survey/0.5/0.5/600/400/704380.jpg LU en Luxembourg firms are leading the EU in reducing emissions and making significant investments in sustainability and innovation. However, they face challenges in finance, digitalisation and gender equality. The focus of investment in Luxembourg continues to be on replacement rather than capacity expansion. Luxembourg firms have a higher level of integration into global value chains than their EU counterparts. Luxembourg firms are leading the EU in sustainability, with 97% reducing emissions, and are making significant investments in sustainability and innovation. However, they face challenges in finance, d...[+5610 chars] 2025-02-12T10:26:56 EU Commission to focus on economy, security this year Tony Connelly https://www.rte.ie/news/2025/0212/1496270-european-commission-work-programme https://img.rasset.ie/0021e2e9-1600.jpg IE en The European Commission has set out its work programme for 2025 with an emphasis on simplification and reducing the administrative burden of EU rules. Environmental groups have attacked the emphasis on deregulation. Fine Gael MEP Regina O'Doherty is disappointed that there is no mention of housing in the work programme. "The European Commission has set out its work programme for 2025, with an emphasis on simplification and reducing the administrative burden of EU rules. The publication comes amid an increasing focus o...[+4602 chars]" 2025-02-12T10:12:36 In 5 years, Guyana gave up US$10B in taxes to Exxon and partners Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/12/in-5-years-guyana-gave-up-us10b-in-taxes-to-exxon-and-partners https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/02/Ali-150x150.jpg GY en Guyana has given up over US$10B in taxes since it began producing oil in December 2019. In the same period, the country's Natural Resource Fund received US$6.6B in profits and royalties. 75% of the total revenue was deducted by ExxonMobil for cost recovery. The Production Sharing Agreement between Guyana and ExxonMobil does not require the company to pay any corporate taxes. President Irfaan Ali has refused to engage ExxonMobil to change the contract. "…collected US$6B in same period in profits and royalties Kaieteur News- Guyana has so far given up over US$10B in taxes since it began producing oil in December 2019. During the same five-year period ...[+2641 chars]" 2025-02-12T09:48:23 EU to propose new 2040 climate target for emissions by end-March Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/eu-propose-new-2040-climate-target-emissions-by-end-march-2025-02-12 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/M4NFMHWPBZMGVPSLDJ2XH5FKZE.jpg?auth=78f61af387875719b381ad5b8d60c164002975cfdcee55afa37ea2cb2842d573&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The European Commission will propose a new climate target this quarter to slash Europe's emissions by 2040. The EU has pledged to cut net emissions 55% by 2030. The 2040 climate target will also be used to set a 2035 goal as a national contribution to the Paris climate accord. "BRUSSELS, Feb 12 (Reuters) - The European Commission will propose a new climate target this quarter, to slash Europe's emissions by 2040, it said on Wednesday. A Commission work programme, published o...[+566 chars]" 2025-02-12T09:47:51 EU to propose new 2040 climate target for emissions by end-March Reuters https://www.yahoo.com/news/eu-propose-2040-climate-target-094751001.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/84e674d4fea737aff0b0e0222008e439 US en The European Commission will propose a new climate target this quarter to slash Europe's emissions by 2040. The EU has pledged to cut net emissions 55% by 2030. The 2040 climate target will also be used to set a 2035 goal as a national contribution to the Paris climate accord. "BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission will propose a new climate target this quarter, to slash Europe's emissions by 2040, it said on Wednesday. A Commission work programme, published on Wednes...[+712 chars]" 2025-02-12T09:47:12 Irish CEOs optimistic about economy's growth this year Adam Maguire https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2025/0212/1496259-irish-ceo-survey https://img.rasset.ie/001c717b-1600.jpg IE en Three quarters of Irish CEOs expect economic growth to pick up in the coming year, according to the latest CEO Survey from PwC. Less than half of CEOs foresee them increasing staffing levels over the next 12 months, with some predicting a fall in headcount. Less CEOs see climate change as a major risk. "Three quarters of Irish CEOs expect economic growth to pick up in the coming year, according to the latest CEO Survey from PwC. That compares to 50% of Irish CEOs last year, and is a significant impro...[+2428 chars]" 2025-02-12T09:44:32 EU's Bold Climate Target: Aiming for 90% Emission Cuts by 2040 Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3262222-eus-bold-climate-target-aiming-for-90-emission-cuts-by-2040 https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_18_29_17_3321446.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission has unveiled its ambitious plan to cut Europe's greenhouse gas emissions by 90% from 1990 levels by 2040. This is part of its long-term strategy to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. The 2040 target will be a pivotal factor in helping EU countries stay on course to meet their legally binding net-zero emissions goal by 2050, as well as a foundation for establishing a 2035 goal. The European Commission has unveiled its ambitious plan to cut Europe's greenhouse gas emissions by 90% from 1990 levels by 2040, as part of its long-term strategy to achieve climate neutrality by 205...[+537 chars] 2025-02-12T09:34:08 Investors in SSP Group (LON:SSPG) have unfortunately lost 67% over the last five years Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/investors-ssp-group-lon-sspg-093408095.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/5bcbcb810206bcc5d4f98bf0187f8a6c US en SSP Group plc's share price has gained 13% in the last three months. However, the returns over the last half decade have been disappointing, down 74%. SSP Group became profitable within the last five years, so it's counter-intuitive to see the share price declining. The company's revenue and earnings are depicted in the image below. While not a mind-blowing move, it is good to see that the SSP Group plc (LON:SSPG) share price has gained 13% in the last three months. But that doesn't change the fact that the returns over the last ...[+4242 chars] 2025-02-12T09:33:14 India, 57 others sign statement on AI; Sam Altman says Musk not a 'happy person'; Google Calendar no longer marks Pride, Black History Month The Hindu Bureau https://www.thehindu.com/newsletter/newsletter-today-cache/todays-cache-india-57-others-sign-statement-on-ai-sam-altman-says-musk-not-a-happy-person-google-calendar-no-longer-marks-pride-black-history-month/article69210530.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/5zyppr/article69210521.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/IMG_APTOPIX_France_AI_Su_2_1_0DDVS0SC.jpg IN en India, 57 others sign statement on AI. Google Calendar no longer marks Pride, Black History Month. Sam Altman has waved off a $97.4 billion offer from rival Elon Musk. Elon Musk sued OpenAI last year for the move which could soon go to trial. "India, 57 others sign statement on AI Fifty-eight countries including India, China, Brazil, France and Australia have signed a joint statement on Inclusive and Sustainable AI for People and the Planet...[+1964 chars]" 2025-02-12T09:32:00 Sustainability LIVE: Malta Sponsored https://timesofmalta.com/article/sustainability-live-malta-a2.1105045 https://cdn-attachments.timesofmalta.com/cb273272b2c42719f0a63c9d66e76060307e7091-1739352817-394ec90f-1200x630.jpg MT en Sustainability LIVE is headed to Malta for a dedicated ESG and sustainability strategy event. Tobias Kederer is the latest speaker. He leads the EMEA Sustainability and Migration Practice for Professional Services at AWS. He will deliver a keynote presentation on accelerating sustainability and decarbonisation through the AWS Cloud. "Sustainability LIVE is the world's No. 1 sustainability event focused on exploring innovative strategies, providing actionable insights and driving meaningful change. This year, Sustainability LIVE is...[+4070 chars]" 2025-02-12T09:26:23 Luxflag launches social impact label https://delano.lu/article/luxflag-launches-social-impact-label https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/luxflag-launches-social-impact-label/0.5/0.5/600/400/704337.jpg LU en Luxflag has launched a'social impact label' for investment funds that'strategically contribute to positive, measured and managed social outcomes' The agency is the grand duchy's labelling agency that checks financial firms' responsible investing claims. The total number of financial products carrying a Luxflag label rose slightly last year. "Luxflag has launched a 'social impact label' for investment funds 'that strategically contribute to positive, measured and managed social outcomes.' The agency said the label's methodology is structur...[+1599 chars]" 2025-02-12T09:12:17 JinkoSolar: The First and Only PV Module Company Selected for S&P Global's 'The Sustainability Yearbook 2025 Pv Magazine https://www.pv-magazine.com/press-releases/jinkosolar-the-first-and-only-pv-module-company-selected-for-sp-globals-the-sustainability-yearbook-2025 https://www.pv-magazine.com/wp-content/themes/pvmagazine/_/img/pv-magazine-logo.png US en JinkoSolar has been included in S&P Global's 2025 Sustainability Yearbook. It is the first photovoltaic module company to be included among the 7,690 global companies assessed. Jinkosolar's latest ESG score jumped to 69, ranking it first among the top five PV module companies. JinkoSolar has been included in S&P Global's 2025 Sustainability Yearbook, making it the first photovoltaic module company to be included among the 7,690 global companies assessed. This recognition is...[+1523 chars] 2025-02-12T09:09:10 The future of governance: why the boards of tomorrow need to embrace change today Babur Mirza https://www.independent.co.uk/news/business/business-reporter/governance-boards-agility-technology-artificial-intelligence-diversity-b2695264.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/02/10/10/Sherpany_Header-image-Future-of-Governance.jpg?width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800 GB en Governance is at an inflection point and the boardroom processes of the past aren't fit for the future. The convergence of digital transformation, climate imperatives, geopolitical disruption and societal shifts has created a governance mandate that is unprecedented in scope and complexity. The rise of stakeholder capitalism means boards need to pivot from shareholder primacy to a holistic view of value creation incorporating environmental, social and governance outcomes. "Sherpany is a Business Reporter client Governance is poised for a seismic shift. The boardroom processes of the past simply aren't fit for the future, and as the pace of technological change accelerat...[+7189 chars]" 2025-02-12T08:58:41 Disney ditching woke policies Ajaxurl https://www.globalvillagespace.com/disney-ditching-woke-policies-media https://cbx57v6vu4bo.wpcdn.shift8cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Marvel-Cinematic-Studios-to-produce-series-for-fans-on-Disney.jpg US en Disney is changing its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The new policy will focus on business success and upholding company values. The studio will also ditch its controversial 'Reimagine Tomorrow' initiative. The initiative came under fire last year when it earned Disney a federal civil rights complaint for using race, color, religion, sex, or national origin as the only motivating factor in hiring decisions. Disney has made changes to some of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, becoming the latest in a string of companies to do so amid US President Donald Trump's crackdown, Axios and Va...[+2159 chars] 2025-02-12T08:57:00 EQT (NYSE:EQT) vs. Epsilon Energy (NASDAQ:EPSN) Critical Survey Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/12/eqt-nyseeqt-vs-epsilon-energy-nasdaqepsn-critical-survey.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/epsilon-energy-ltd-logo-1200x675.jpg?v=20240529090434&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en EQT and Epsilon Energy are both oils/energy companies, but which one is the better stock? EQT has higher revenue and earnings than Epsilon. Epsilon is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than EQT. 90.8% of EQT shares are held by institutional investors. 0.6% of Epsilon shares are owned by non-institutional investors. EQT (NYSE:EQT ) and Epsilon Energy (NASDAQ:EPSN ) are both oils/energy companies, but which is the better stock? We will contrast the two businesses based on the strength of their profitability, valua...[+2720 chars] 2025-02-12T08:53:03 Kaine Edike: Authority in risk advisory Jeremiah Urowayino https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4114234/kaine-edike-authority-in-risk-advisory.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Kaine Edike is the Managing Consultant of AquaEarth. He was a Senior ManagerESG & Climate Change Risk Advisory at Deloitte and a service line manager in Fugro NV before his current position. He is a pioneer in Nigerias environmental and Climate Change sector. By Jeremiah Urowayino 38-year-old Managing Consultant ofAquaEarth,Kaine Edike is a trailblazerin Nigerias environmental and Climate Change sector. Since 2010 his visionary leadership has reflected in ...[+271 chars] 2025-02-12T08:36:25 Saugatuck City Council approves new ethics policy after months of discussion Austin Metz https://www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/local/2025/02/12/saugatuck-city-council-approves-new-ethics-policy/78397703007 https://www.hollandsentinel.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2023/08/01/NHOS/70504283007-saugatuck-stock-photos-073.jpg?crop=5183,2928,x0,y527&width=3200&height=1808&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en The Saugatuck City Council adopted a new Ethical Standards of Conduct policy on Monday, Feb. 10. It goes into effect immediately and will be posted on the city's website. The new Code of Ethics will be circulated to all employees, councilmembers and appointed officials annually and each person must acknowledge the document. "SAUGATUCK — After multiple requests to edit, a number of revisions and some tense discussions, the city of Saugatuck now has an updated policy on Ethical Standards of Conduct. Councilmembers approved ...[+2032 chars]" 2025-02-12T07:37:49 Disney ditching woke policies https://syria.shafaqna.com/EN/AL/1987157 https://syria.shafaqna.com/images/newhub-blank-news.png AU en Disney has amended its diversity policies amid US President Donald Trump's campaign against DEI programs, according to media reports. Disney ditching woke policies, media reports citing sources say. .   in the report. in RT.com "Disney ditching woke policies – media Disney has amended its diversity policies amid US President Donald Trump's campaign against DEI programs, media report, citing sources Read Full Article at RT.com" 2025-02-12T07:09:39 Uganda: Declare Assets or Risk Losing Seats, Speaker Among Warns MPs Sam Ibanda Mugabi https://allafrica.com/stories/202502120115.html https://cdn08.allafrica.com/static/images/structure/aa-logo-rgba-no-text-square.png ZA en The Speaker of Parliament has urged all Members of Parliament to declare their assets with the Inspector General of Government before the deadline. Failure to comply with this requirement could have serious consequences, including the loss of parliamentary seats. The directive aligns with the Leadership Code Act, 2002. Legislators must declare their income, assets, and liabilities every two years. "The Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has urged all Members of Parliament to declare their assets with the Inspector General of Government (IGG) before the deadline. This directive aligns with the Lea...[+852 chars]" 2025-02-12T07:03:30 SGS AG (SGSOF) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Record Sales and Strategic Acquisitions Propel ... Guru Focus News https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/sgs-ag-sgsof-q4-2024-070330831.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/1f1da38c12f340ce99a47cd9c0524f39 US en SGS AG (SGSOF) achieved record sales of CHF6.8 billion in 2024, supported by strong organic growth of 7.5%. The company executed 14 bolt-on acquisitions in 2024 to enhance its portfolio and bring complementary expertise. The company experienced a slowdown in the European agriculture sector due to the new crop season. "Net Sales: Reached a record CHF6.8 billion, supported by 7.5% organic growth. Adjusted Operating Income: CHF140 million, translating into a 15.3% margin on sales, 60 basis points above 2023. Earnings ...[+4507 chars]" 2025-02-12T07:03:09 Stora Enso Oyj (SEOAY) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong EBIT Growth Amidst Sales Decline Guru Focus News https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/stora-enso-oyj-seoay-q4-070309363.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/69c8469ea830567d528a8dc2a7c79db2 US en Stora Enso Oyj (SEOAY) achieved a 75% year-on-year growth in adjusted EBIT for 2024, driven by improved sourcing, operational efficiency, and commercial excellence. The company reduced its fixed costs by EUR110 million, which helped offset rising wood costs. The Board proposed a dividend increase to EUR0.25 per share. The Oulu investment will gradually ramp up, adding 750,000 tonnes to a 50 million tonne market by 2027. "Adjusted EBIT Growth: 75% year-on-year increase, reaching EUR598 million. Fixed Costs Reduction: Decreased by EUR110 million. Operating Working Capital: Reduced by over EUR700 million, lowering from 1...[+4377 chars]" 2025-02-12T07:00:00 300 SMEs to get help in new OCBC programme to drive climate action Sue-Ann Tan https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/300-smes-to-get-help-in-new-ocbc-programme-to-drive-climate-action https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/straitstimes/38025ea9653c07b709890cf1c00f3db5d51a220bbfca1f5be5e65c20cbc46fca SG en 300 SMEs to get help in new OCBC programme to drive climate action. The SME Start-ESG Programme will help small companies stay competitive by meeting sustainability criteria required by larger customers. OCBC has supported about 4,000 SMEs across the region with total sustainable financing commitments of more than $9 billion. "The OCBC SME Start-ESG Programme will help small companies stay competitive by meeting sustainability criteria required by larger customers. PHOTO: ST FILE 300 SMEs to get help in new OCBC programme t...[+5655 chars]" 2025-02-12T06:50:00 Veganz Group AG: Veganz Group creates conditions for further sales and earnings growth with successfully placed capital increase Veganz Group AG https://www.pressetext.com/news/20250212007 https://www.pressetext.com/img/ptx_adhoc_tw_logo.jpg DE en Veganz Group AG completed the capital increase of up to 10% of the share capital. The company plans to use the proceeds to finance further growth investments. The new shares issued will carry dividend rights from 1 January 2024. The transaction was handled by M.M.Warburg. Veganz Group AG (ISIN: DE000A3E5ED2 / FSE:VEZ) today successfully completed the capital increase of up to around 10 percent of the share capital resolved on 13rd December 2024. As part of the transact...[+3312 chars] 2025-02-12T06:45:52 Green becomes canary in coal mine as EU faces regulation retreat https://www.luxtimes.lu/europeanunion/green-becomes-canary-in-coal-mine-as-eu-faces-regulation-retreat/40409095.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/necz4h-spain-flood-33365206.jpeg/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/spain-flood-33365206.jpeg LU en The European Union is planning to scale back several environmental, social and governance reporting requirements. The omnibus package will be unveiled on February 26th. France, Germany and Italy have called for the indefinite postponement of one of the measures, the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. Germany and France have also led calls for refinements and delays to a sustainability disclosures package. "Europe's sweeping efforts to regulate for everything from carbon neutrality to social inequity were once hailed as setting the agenda for the rest of the world. Now, some of those efforts are on the c...[+6666 chars]" 2025-02-12T06:33:00 "JT Group Recognized on CDP's ""Climate Change A List"" For the 6th Consecutive Year" Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/jt-group-recognized-on-cdps-climate-change-a-list-for-the-6th-consecutive-year https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250211597271r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Japan Tobacco Inc. (JT) has been recognized for its leadership in corporate sustainability for the sixth year in a row. The JT Group is one of the companies to be included on the Climate Change A List out of more than 24,800 companies participating in the CDP environmental disclosure program. TOKYO — Japan Tobacco Inc. (JT) (TSE: 2914) has been recognized for its leadership in corporate sustainability by the global environmental non-profit organization CDP, for the sixth year in a row. The...[+296 chars] 2025-02-12T06:15:11 Microsoft-Backed Startup Raises $160 Million for Forest Carbon Removal Class https://www.seattletimes.com/business/technology/page/2497 https://www.seattletimes.com/wp-content/themes/st_refresh/img/st-meta-twitter.png US en Chestnut Carbon has raised $160 million to plant, restore and manage trees on degraded farmland and generate carbon credits for customers that include Microsoft Corp. The Series B round was led by Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. The company's goal is to provide high-quality nature-based carbon credits. (Bloomberg) -- Startup Chestnut Carbon has raised $160 million to plant, restore and manage trees on degraded farmland, generating carbon credits for customers that include Microsoft Corp. The company...[+187 chars] 2025-02-12T06:02:22 Beyond the numbers – The real question in SIC Insurance's leadership controversy Contributor https://3news.com/business/beyond-the-numbers-the-real-question-in-sic-insurances-leadership-controversy https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG_3463.jpeg GH en There is a legal battle between SIC Insurance's outgoing Managing Director, Hollistar Duah-Yentumi, and the company. Her compensation package includes GH₵70,000 monthly salary and various allowances. The focus of public discourse should shift from the compensation package to the metrics that matter. State-owned enterprises like SIC must compete in the same talent pool if they hope to attract and retain capable leadership. "In recent days, public attention has been captivated by the legal battle between SIC Insurance's outgoing Managing Director, Hollistar Duah-Yentumi, and the company. While much of the discussion cente...[+3217 chars]" 2025-02-12T06:00:00 BP's Net Zero push has crashed into reality Christian May https://www.cityam.com/with-profits-slumping-bp-cant-afford-a-low-carbon-future https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/BP-1.jpg GB en Annual reports used to be about financial statements and a directors' report. Now they are more about purpose than profit. BP's 2020 report was presented in the style of a child's crayon drawing. Yesterday the company promised to 'fundamentally reset' its strategy and improve its performance after profit crashed last year. I remember when I first encountered a hard copy FTSE 100 annual report. I was a first year undergraduate and my achingly left-wing lecturer in Business and Politics dropped copies in front of us in a ...[+2394 chars] 2025-02-12T05:02:34 Omnibus: first clashes in Strasbourg Tilly Metz https://delano.lu/article/omnibus-bill-first-clashes-in-strasbourg https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/omnibus-bill-first-clashes-in-strasbourg/0.5/0.5/600/400/704125.jpg LU en The European Commission is working hard to present a proposal at the end of February. The first discussion on this roadmap is taking place this Wednesday 12 February at the plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg. The European political parties are already beginning to make their expectations known. The EPP considers the legislation on corporate sustainability, such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and that on due diligence (CSDD), to be 'excessive and burdensome' and calls for substantial changes. The left-wing MEPs are more sceptical. Simplifying the rules, yes, but how? The European Commission at the end of January .' A first discussion on this roadmap is taking place this Wednesday 12 February at the plenary session of the Europe...[+6485 chars] 2025-02-12T04:37:08 VSTECS Unveils New AI Platform to Enhance Tech Solutions https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/vstecs-unveils-new-ai-platform-to-enhance-tech-solutions/ar-AA1ySl8k US en VSTECS Holdings Limited (HK:0856) has announced a significant development in its subsidiary ECS Cloud Star, which has launched an AI resource management and scheduling platform. The platform is fully compatible with the DeepSeek series of large models and is designed to offer seamless integration and utilization in domestic environments. "An announcement from VSTECS Holdings Limited ( (HK:0856) ) is now available. VSTECS Holdings Limited has announced a significant development in its subsidiary ECS Cloud Star, which has launched an AI ...[+751 chars]" 2025-02-12T04:20:31 REDAN Seeks to Promote, Institutionalise Environmental, Social, Governance Principles in Housing Sector Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4113266/redan-seeks-to-promote-institutionalise-environmental-social-governance-principl.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) seeks the promotion and institutionalization of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles within the real estate industry in Nigeria. Fadekemi Ajakaiye is the president of the association. Fadekemi Ajakaiye The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has said that it seeks the promotion and the institutionalization of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles ...[+15 chars] 2025-02-12T03:49:19 Even Disney Is Distancing Itself From DEI Policies Chris Queen https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/even-disney-is-distancing-itself-from-dei-policies-090ea2899c86d5217570e56244c35df428d40447 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/pj/images/up/2023/07/IMG_6275.jpg FR en "Disney didn't mention its ""Reimagine Tomorrow"" project in its 2024 SEC filing, even though it featured prominently in the 2023 filing. The initiative was devoted to ""amplifying underrepresented voices and untold stories"" and ""championing the importance of accurate representation in media and entertainment.""" For the last few years, we've written the digital equivalent of reams about Disney's descent into wokeness. From the company's strong stance against Florida's Parental Rights in Education bill to the ...[+1163 chars] 2025-02-12T02:43:37 Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation Announces Pricing of Public Offering by Selling Stockholder Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/zurn-elkay-water-solutions-corporation-announces-pricing-of-public-offering-by-selling-stockholder/article_c4d364b3-03d4-5695-a72e-8681e988d65a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE:ZWS) announced the pricing of the previously announced underwritten public offering by a certain former Elkay stockholder, Ice Mountain LLC. The offering is expected to close on February 13, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. "MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 11, 2025-- Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE:ZWS) ('Zurn Elkay') today announced the pricing of the previously announced underwritten public offering by a ce...[+6830 chars]" 2025-02-12T02:42:54 South Pacific Stock Exchange sign MOU with FICA to ensure standards are followed fijivillage https://www.fijivillage.com/news/South-Pacific-Stock-Exchange-sign-MOU-with-FICA-to-ensure-standards-are-followed-rf485x https://www.fijivillage.com/news_images/82257246667ac0aae9237017871975.jpg FJ en South Pacific Stock Exchange sign MOU with FICA to ensure standards are followed. Organizations are mandated to report in their annual reports. FICA will play a crucial role in assisting SPX on financial issues. They have requested SPX to contact registered companies to attend future workshops to bolster financial literacy and reporting. "South Pacific Stock Exchange sign MOU with FICA to ensure standards are followed South Pacific Stock Exchange sign MOU with FICA to ensure standards are followed In a bid to improve service delivery i...[+1072 chars]" 2025-02-12T02:10:04 SEC: Won't Defend Biden-Era Climate Rule in Court Michael Katz https://www.newsmax.com/politics/sec-mark-uyeda-biden-adminsitration/2025/02/11/id/1198743 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=0f9f28a1-671c-402c-8c62-1a5864e5a173&SiteName=Newsmax US en Mark Uyeda, acting chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, says the agency won't defend a climate change disclosure rule enacted by the Biden administration. The rule requires publicly held companies to disclose climate-related risks and details of their emissions. It was adopted last March after two years of public debate and received more than 24,000 comment letters. It has been challenged in court by Republican states and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. "Mark Uyeda, acting chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, said Tuesday the agency will not defend a ""deeply flawed"" rule enacted by the Biden administration that requires publicly held compa...[+3571 chars]" 2025-02-12T01:46:58 Trump's commerce secretary pick publicly affirmed DEI at US companies before nomination Gerren Keith Gaynor https://thegrio.com/2025/02/11/trumps-commerce-secretary-pick-publicly-affirmed-dei-at-us-companies-before-nomination https://thegrio.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-2197465987-e1739309298261.jpg US en Howard Lutnick is being nominated by President Donald Trump to be secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce. In an interview with CNBC in December 2020, he affirmed the need for companies to prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. In his first day in office, Trump signed an executive order ordering federal agencies to eliminate DEI roles, offices and programs. Before being nominated by President Donald Trump to be secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce, Howard Lutnick affirmed the need for companies to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion — a s...[+3838 chars] 2025-02-12T01:25:27 CapitaLand Ascott Trust makes it into S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 Marga Manlapig https://www.traveldailymedia.com/capitaland-ascott-trust-makes-it-into-sp-global-sustainability-yearbook-2025 https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-live-traveldailymedia/2025/02/e9cecbd6-citadines_holborn-covent_garden_london-scaled.jpg US en CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) was included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025. It is the only lodging trust from the Asia Pacific. CLAS is also the only Singapore-listed trust under the Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts category. It achieved Industry Mover status for accomplishing the strongest improvement in its industry. "CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) was included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025, making its debut in the prestigious index as the only lodging trust included from the Asia Pacific. CLAS is ...[+2765 chars]" 2025-02-12T01:16:52 2024 ECG audit reveals GH¢5.3bn in under-declared revenue https://www.myjoyonline.com/2024-ecg-audit-reveals-gh5-3bn-in-under-declared-revenue https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ECG-1.jpg GH en In 2024, ECG under-declared revenues by GH¢5.3 billion. It collected GH¢15.8 billion, but it told the regulator it collected GHC10.4 billion. ECG paid GH¢6.5 billion out of the GH¢10 billion declared, leaving a variance of GH¢3.9 billion. A vendor contracted by ECG to collect revenues on ECG's behalf received GH¢402 million in commissions. "A comprehensive 2024 audit of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), has uncovered a GH¢5.3 billion revenue discrepancy. According to the PwC report, ECG co...[+1433 chars]" 2025-02-12T01:00:00 Vantiva Among the Top 3% of the World's Best Performing Companies in Sustainability Feb. 12, 2025 01:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6035027 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/OGM1YzAxOWQtZmIwYS00ZWFhLTgwNTMtYWRmZmZkNzNlZWVhLTEwMTA5MTQ=/tiny/Vantiva.png TW en Vantiva has been awarded its fourth Gold medal by EcoVadis for environmental and social performance. Vantiva is a global leader in connectivity technologies. It is ranked in the top 5% globally by S&P Global and 6th place among 108 companies in the communications equipment sector. "Press Release Vantiva Among the Top 3% of the World's Best Performing Companies in Sustainability This fourth gold medal awarded by EcoVadis confirms Vantiva's commitment to sustainable development Pa...[+5239 chars]" 2025-02-12T00:08:00 Hayleys Fabric obtains verification of net-zero targets by SBTi https://www.ft.lk/business/Hayleys-Fabric-obtains-verification-of-net-zero-targets-by-SBTi/34-772936 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_31590bc3f2.jpg LK en Hayleys Fabric PLC and its subsidiary South Asia Textiles Ltd. became the first fabric manufacturer in Sri Lanka to secure validation from the Science Based Targets initiative for its net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions targets. Hayleys Fabric Group's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its near-term and long-term targets. In a landmark achievement for Sri Lanka's textile industry, Hayleys Fabric PLC, together with its subsidiary South Asia Textiles Ltd., became the first fabric manufacturer in Sri Lanka to secure valid...[+4626 chars] 2025-02-12T00:06:01 Adoption of EU rules on the ETS support system to accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuels : The Daily Digest Juan Pedro Tomas https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/adoption-of-eu-rules-on-the-ets-support-system-to-accelerate-the-use-of-ad8a6fbe87eb6314fba5889b492b3dbd404849d0 https://www.biofuelsdigest.com/bdigest/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IEDA_SiteSelector_Banners_0218212_300x250.jpg FR en The European Commission adopted a Delegated Regulation setting out the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) rules for the support system established and financed by the EU ETS. The European Climate Law sets an economy-wide target of at least 55% net greenhouse gas emission reductions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels. In Belgium, the European Comission said that on 6 February 2025, it adopted a Delegated Regulation setting out the European Union (EU) rules for the support system established and financed by the EU E...[+272 chars] 2025-02-12T00:01:11 Goldman Sachs axes diversity rule that has 'served its purpose' Simon Jack https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gwvxn5377o https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/1c29/live/1a902180-e8b6-11ef-8bb2-a9986bcdac12.jpg GB en "Richard Gnodde, Goldman Sachs' international boss, says the bank ditched an internal diversity rule that barred it from advising all male, all white boards on company flotations because it was no longer needed. He also says uncertainty over US policy is dampening firms' ""animal spirits"" and their appetite for investment. He urges the UK government to start infrastructure projects now." Goldman Sachs' vice chair has said the bank ditched an internal diversity rule that barred it from advising all male, all white boards on company flotations because it was no longer needed.The investm...[+4898 chars] 2025-02-12T00:00:00 Around 60 parties sign statement on AI at Paris summit http://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202502/12/WS67abf2d9a310a2ab06eaba8e.html http://img2.chinadaily.com.cn/images/202502/12/67abf2d9a310a2ab87b6c58c.jpeg CN en 60 countries signed a Statement on Inclusive and Sustainable Artificial Intelligence for People and the Planet at the end of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit in Paris. US Vice President JD Vance refused to sign the Statement, because he thinks AI regulation could kill the sector. "Xinhua | Updated: 2025-02-12 09:01 PARIS -- Around 60 countries, including China, on Tuesday signed a Statement on Inclusive and Sustainable Artificial Intelligence for People and the Planet, at the e...[+1274 chars]" 2025-02-12T00:00:00 GE Aerospace DEI page goes down as Trump threatens companies' diversity programs Cincinnati.com https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/GE_Aerospace_DEI_page_goes_down_as_Trump_threatens_companies https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en GE Aerospace's diversity, equity and inclusion section on its website is down. President Trump threatened companies with investigations if they don't abandon diversity programs. GE Aerospace's website can't find the space for the section you're looking for on its 'careers' page. Less than a month after President Trump threatened companies with investigations if they don't abandon diversity programs, GE Aerospace's diversity, equity and inclusion section on its website is down...[+97 chars] 2025-02-12T00:00:00 European Commission presents 2025 work program China.dot.org https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/European_Commission_presents_2025_work_program_7 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission unveiled its 2025 work programme on Wednesday. It prioritizes competitiveness, regulatory simplification, and security, while reaffirming its commitment to environmental and social standards. Competitiveness remains central to the Commission's economic agenda, with the aim of promoting economic growth. BRUSSELS, Feb. 12 (Xinhua) -- The European Commission on Wednesday unveiled its 2025 work programme, prioritizing competitiveness, regulatory simplification, and security while reaffirming its commitm...[+116 chars] 2025-02-12T00:00:00 Clairvest Reports Fiscal 2025 Third Quarter Results Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Clairvest_Reports_Fiscal_2025_Third_Quarter_Results https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Clairvest Group Inc. (TSX: CVG) today reported results for the fiscal 2025 third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2024. All figures are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated and are presented in US$ unless otherwise noted. TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clairvest Group Inc. (TSX: CVG) today reported results for the fiscal 2025 third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2024. (All figures are in Canadia...[+34 chars] 2025-02-12T00:00:00 Disney, amid changes to DEI initiatives, will alter content warning ahead of 'Peter Pan,' 'Dumbo' ... The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Disney_amid_changes_to_DEI_initiatives_will_alter_content_wa https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/[] US en Disney is changing its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives as pressure from the Trump administration to eliminate such programs continues. Disney is also replacing negative depictions and/or mistreatment of peoples or cultures with positive ones.   . (KTLA) – Disney has become the latest company to change its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives as pressure from the Trump administration to eliminate such programs continues.Amid the ch...[+103 chars] 2025-02-12T00:00:00 Concern about impact of climate change falls sharply among Irish business leaders The Irish Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Concern_about_impact_of_climate_change_falls_sharply_among_I https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The number of chief executives of Irish companies concerned about climate change risks has fallen by 20 percentage points over the past three years, according to PwC's 2025 Irish CEO Survey. 82 Irish company leaders took part in the survey alongside 5,000 global counterparts in 109 companies. The number of chief executives of Irish companies who are concerned about climate change risks has fallen by 20 percentage points over the past three years, according to the findings of a major report...[+117 chars] 2025-02-12T00:00:00 From coal to clean: ACEN's ambitious plan earns 'A-' climate rating Manila Bulletin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/From_coal_to_clean_ACENs_ambitious_plan_earns_A_climate_rati https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Ayala-led ACEN Corporation has received an ""A-"" rating for its climate actions from the global non-profit Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). The CDP assessment evaluates corporate environmental transparency and performance related to climate change, deforestation, and water security. Jonathan Back, ACEN Group says transparency and strong climate governance are key to ensuring long-term value for stakeholders." "Ayala-led ACEN Corporation has received an ""A-"" rating for its climate actions from the global non-profit Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). The CDP assessment evaluates corporate environmental transpar...[+415 chars]" 2025-02-12T00:00:00 Costco's DEI clash has companies taking notes. Some, like Disney, are making changes. system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Costcos_DEI_clash_has_companies_taking_notes_Some_like_Disne https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "How Costco responds to political challenges is ""definitely being watched"" by experts. Political pressure is putting execs into a delicate balancing act over how to run their businesses. Diversity and fostering a company culture will not change, according to experts.  ""Everyone belongs and everyone can excel""" "How Costco responds to new political challenges is ""definitely being watched,"" experts say. John Gress/REUTERSA highly visible campaign against DEI is underway against companies like Costco.Political ...[+233 chars]" 2025-02-12T00:00:00 Disney softens diversity criteria used to determine manager pay Japan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Disney_softens_diversity_criteria_used_to_determine_manager_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Disney is the latest company to soften its focus on diversity, equity and inclusion amid a growing backlash against such policies by mostly conservative groups. Disney is not the first company to change its focus. in response to the backlash against diversity and equity policies. Disney is the latest company to soften its focus on diversity, equity and inclusion amid a growing backlash against such policies by mostly conservative groups. 2025-02-12T00:00:00 Saverex NV Launches Its Voluntary And Conditional Public Takeover Offer For All Outstanding Shares In ... system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Saverex_NV_Launches_Its_Voluntary_And_Conditional_Public_Tak https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Saverex launched its previously announced voluntary and conditional public offering today. Exmar NV is the parent company of Saverex. . Â i in this announcement Saverex NV launched its voluntary, conditional offer to the public. EXMAR NV hereby announces that today, Saverex NV launched its previously announced voluntary and conditional public 2025-02-12T00:00:00 SEC's Climate Disclosure Rule Deeply Flawed, Could Harm Economy: Acting Chairman The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/sec_8217s_climate_disclosure_rule_deeply_flawed_could_harm_e https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC's climate disclosure rule for businesses is deeply flawed and could pose a broader risk to the U.S. economy. In March 2024, the SEC finalized a rule requiring publicly traded companies to disclose their climate change plans to the public. The rule will apply to all businesses. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC's) climate disclosure rule for businesses is deeply flawed and could pose a broader risk to the U.S. economy, SEC Acting Chairman Mark T. Uyeda said ...[+89 chars] 2025-02-12T00:00:00 Further Cautionary Statement (TSL Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/12/Further_Cautionary_Statement_TSL_Ltd https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en TSL Limited was incorporated in Zimbabwe on 19 August 1957 under registration number 778/1957. The proposed acquisition by TSL Limited is a Cautionary Announcement dated 20 January 2025. TSL has a ZSE Code: TSL.zw and an ISIN: ZW 000 901 1579. ) TSL Limited (Incorporated in Zimbabwe on 19 August 1957, under registration number 778/1957) ZSE Code: TSL.zw ISIN: ZW 000 901 1579 FURTHER CAUTIONARY ANNOUNCEMENT Further to the Cautionary Announce...[+82 chars] 2025-02-11T23:40:29 STRACON Group Announces Listing on the Lima Stock Exchange, Expanding Presence in Key Latin American Markets https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/12/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/stracon-group-announces-listing-on-the-lima-stock-exchange-expanding-presence-in-key-latin-american-markets/2054175 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/12/538183.png PH en STRACON Holdings S.A. has announced its listing on the Bolsa de Valores de Lima under the symbol BVL: STRACOC1. The listing enhances the Company's regional visibility and provides an additional platform to engage with investors and stakeholders. The Lima Stock Exchange is a subsidiary of Nuam, the first multi-country integration of stock exchanges. "LIMA, Peru, Feb. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STRACON Holdings S.A. (""STRACON Group' or the ""Company') is pleased to announce its listing on the Bolsa de Valores de Lima (""BVL' or the ""Lima Stock Exch...[+3070 chars]" 2025-02-11T23:34:13 SEC backs away from climate disclosure rule Rachel Frazin https://thehill.com/newsletters/energy-environment/5139546-sec-backs-away-from-climate-disclosure-rule https://thehill.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/10/AP24066657801917.jpg?w=1280 US en SEC won't defend the climate disclosure rule. President Trump signed an executive order to restore the use of plastic straws in government. Deb Haaland is officially running for New Mexico governor. Elon Musk defended the Department of Government Efficiency in an Oval Office moment. "Click for more from The Hill.{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story SEC backs away from climate disclosure rule The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Tuesday...[+3757 chars]" 2025-02-11T23:12:28 Disney softens DEI efforts with Trump back in office Samantha Masunaga https://www.eagletribune.com/region/disney-softens-dei-efforts-with-trump-back-in-office/article_31074ed9-7183-5182-afa7-6398321836ba.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en "Walt Disney Co. is changing some of its internal diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The company will replace the ""diversity and inclusion"" performance factor for executive compensation planning with a ""talent strategies"" standard. It's the latest move in the company's slow pullback from such efforts." "Walt Disney Co. is changing some of its internal diversity, equity and inclusion policies, the latest move in the company's slow pullback from such efforts. The Burbank media and entertainment giant w...[+261 chars]" 2025-02-11T23:05:50 CEO of the Year Breakfast with Andrew Waitman, Assent Obj Staff https://obj.ca/event/ceo-of-the-year-breakfast-with-andrew-waitman-assent https://assets.obj.ca/2025/02/unnamed.jpg CA en Andrew Waitman was recently named 2024 Ottawa Business Journal and Ottawa Board of Trade CEO of the Year. He is the CEO of Assent, which has grown from less than US$1 million in annual recurring revenue to over US$100 million in ARR under his leadership. Assent has more than a decade of experience delivering comprehensive supply chain sustainability management solutions to manufacturers. Join us on March 27, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. for a breakfast discussion with Andrew Waitman, recently named 2024 Ottawa Business Journal and Ottawa Board of Trade CEO of the Year. As CEO of Asse...[+1332 chars] 2025-02-11T23:01:24 Is Starbucks Still Supporting DEI Now That Protections Are Being Stripped Across the Nation? https://blavity.com/does-starbucks-support-dei https://cms.blavity.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/asael-pena-n-HtQS7IgU4-unsplash-scaled.jpg US en Trump administration is rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) requirements for businesses across the nation. In 2018, Starbucks removed its open door policy from its code of conduct and replaced its CEO with Laxman Narimhan. Niccol was known for his ability to adjust the Starbucks Code of Conduct. As you likely already know, the newly established Trump cabinet has been voraciously slashing DEI requirements for businesses across the nation. Thanks to a day one executive order from the sitting pr...[+6257 chars] 2025-02-11T22:51:50 Citi cuts Sweetgreen stock price target to $43, maintains buy rating https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/citi-cuts-sweetgreen-stock-price-target-to-43-maintains-buy-rating/ar-AA1yQXXD US en Citi has lowered the price target on Sweetgreen Inc's shares to $43.00 from $49.00. The stock is currently trading at $25.93. The revision comes amid concerns over potential impacts on fourth quarter and first quarter to-date same-store sales due to discrete events such as holiday shifts, winter storms, and wildfires. Citi's stance remains optimistic about Sweetgreen's potential despite the reduced price target and acknowledges that the company's strategic efforts may continue to attract investor interest. On Tuesday, Citi analysts made adjustments to their outlook on Sweetgreen Inc (NYSE: SG), lowering the price target on the company's shares to $43.00 from the previous target of $49.00 while sustainin...[+3723 chars] 2025-02-11T22:30:00 ScanTech AI Management Confirms Solid Balance Sheet Feb. 11, 2025 22:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6034953 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en ScanTech AI Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: STAI) is a leading publicly-traded innovator of next-generation checkpoint security scanning products and technology. On February 10, 2025, ScanTech AI filed its initial resale registration statement which will register additional shares on behalf of certain long-term stockholders. The Company has no convertible or variable rate indebtedness and no dilutive equity structure on its balance sheet, a departure from recent deSPAC transactions. "Company Has Maintained a Stable Financial Structure with No Variable-Price Convertible Debt as It Files its Initial Resale S-1 Registration Statement Atlanta, GA, Feb. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sca...[+7867 chars]" 2025-02-11T22:27:00 Disney is rebranding its employee resource groups—but not eliminating DEI outright Pavithra Mohan https://www.fastcompany.com/91276866/disney-rebranding-employee-resource-groups-but-not-eliminating-dei-outright https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/02/p-91276866-Disney-DEI-change.jpg US en After Trump's executive orders on diversity and inclusion, many companies are reevaluating their diversity programs. Disney will consider 'talent strategy' rather than 'diversity and inclusion' as a factor in executive compensation. The company is also changing the name of its affinity groups from 'Business Employee Resource Groups' to 'Belonging Employee Resource groups' and making content-related changes to the language of disclaimers. In the aftermath of Trump's executive orders targeting DEI, leading companies across corporate America have been reevaluating their diversity programs. Disney is now joining the ranks of major employe...[+2067 chars] 2025-02-11T22:16:00 KMG improves its rating in International Climate Reporting by CDP Arailym Temirgaliyeva https://en.inform.kz/news/kmg-improves-its-rating-in-international-climate-reporting-by-cdp-bb36ef https://img.inform.kz/kazinform-photobank/media/2024-08-23/9ddb447f-9e7c-4dcc-af31-f8963e6ff428.jpeg KZ en Carbon Disclosure Project has gathered annual data from over 28,000 companies regarding their greenhouse gas emissions, water management practices, and biodiversity conservation efforts since 2000. KMG has increased its carbon reporting to comply with the CDP's requirements. The CDP assesses the efforts of companies and governments in mitigating negative environmental impacts. """This increase reflects a significant enhancement in the company's approach to climate-related issues and demonstrates KMG's growing commitment to environmental protection,"" a statement reads. Accordi...[+607 chars]" 2025-02-11T22:00:00 Accenture's DEI exit could draw disgruntled men from big four Daniel Arbon https://www.afr.com/companies/professional-services/accenture-s-dei-exit-could-draw-disgruntled-men-from-big-four-20250210-p5layf https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.8629%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_72%2C$y_112/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/ec487374b8b4c46b968506e82d7c2c34103217a6 AU en Accenture abandoned its diversity commitments to comply with an executive order from US President Donald Trump. Deloitte, PwC, EY and KPMG have reaffirmed their commitments to diversity targets, which aim to increase the number of women in leadership positions. Male consultants who feel gender targets have blocked their path to a big four partnership might see fresh opportunity at rival Accenture, after the US-listed consultancy abandoned its diversity commi...[+291 chars] 2025-02-11T21:55:00 Constellation Software Inc. Announces Release Date for Fourth Quarter Results Constellation Software Inc. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/constellation-software-inc-announces-release-215500406.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/ad763abf147c9b4f92c92a7db97df7c1 US en Constellation Software Inc. intends to release its fourth quarter results on March 7, 2025. The Company's quarterly results will be disseminated via press release and made available on the Company's website (www.csisoftware.com) and the SEDAR website. Constellation has ceased holding conference calls to discuss the quarterly financial results. In lieu of the quarterly calls, the Company has created a link on its website where shareholders can submit questions to management. "TORONTO, Feb. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Constellation Software Inc. (TSX:CSU) announced today it intends to release its fourth quarter results on March 7, 2025. The Company's quarterly results will...[+1248 chars]" 2025-02-11T21:39:52 Ingersoll Rand Sets Industry Standards for Sustainable Progress https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/12/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/ingersoll-rand-sets-industry-standards-for-sustainable-progress/2054146 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/12/538147.png PH en "As of February 6, 2025, Ingersoll Rand has been recognized with an ""A List"" rating by CDP for its effective climate change actions and environmental leadership. As of February 10, 2025 the company received a score of 81 out of 100 on the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The company was included in the Dow Jones Best-in-class World and North America Indices for the third consecutive year and TIME's inaugural list of the World's Best Companies in Sustainable Growth." "As of February 6, 2025, Ingersoll Rand has been recognized with an ""A List' rating by CDP for its effective climate change actions and environmental leadership. Our company stands out among over 22,00...[+5432 chars]" 2025-02-11T21:39:46 Dominion Lending Centres Inc. Announces $59.15 million Secondary Private Placement Offering of Class A Common Shares; Provides Preliminary 2024 Results https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/12/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/dominion-lending-centres-inc-announces-5915-million-secondary-private-placement-offering-of-class-a-common-shares-provides-preliminary-2024-results/2054139 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/12/538141.jpg PH en "Dominion Lending Centres Inc. (TSX:DLCG) announced today that they have entered into an agreement with Desjardins Capital Markets as sole bookrunner and lead agent in respect of a fully marketed offering of up to 7,782,400 class ""A' common shares (the ""Offered Shares"") at a price of $7.60 per Offered Share for gross proceeds of $59.15 million. Gary Mauris, Executive Chairman and CEO of DLCG, is selling shares to make room for a few select shareholders. The Offered Shares will be offered on a ""best efforts' basis in each of the provinces of Canada by way of private" "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR DISSEMINATION DIRECTLY, OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES. VANCOUVER, British...[+8787 chars]" 2025-02-11T21:36:40 CSX Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer to Address Barclays Industrial Select ... Csx Corporation https://www.enidnews.com/region/csx-chief-executive-officer-and-chief-financial-officer-to-address-barclays-industrial-select/article_519dbaef-77a8-547f-bcc5-ccdf1c74db1c.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Joe Hinrichs and Sean Pelkey will address the 42nd Annual Barclays Industrial Select Conference in Miami Beach on Wednesday, February 19 at 8:40 a.m. ET. The address will be broadcast live via webcast at: http://www.csxcorporation.com/. JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, Joe Hinrichs, and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Offic...[+1659 chars] 2025-02-11T21:34:35 Disney softens DEI efforts with Trump back in office Samantha Masunaga https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/disney-softens-dei-efforts-with-trump-back-in-office/ar-AA1yQLuv US en "Walt Disney Co. is changing some of its internal diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The company will replace the ""diversity and inclusion"" performance factor for executive compensation planning with a ""talent strategies"" standard. It's the latest move in the company's slow pullback from diversity and inclusion efforts." "Walt Disney Co. is changing some of its internal diversity, equity and inclusion policies, the latest move in the company's slow pullback from such efforts. The Burbank media and entertainment giant w...[+3155 chars]" 2025-02-11T21:19:00 Dominion Lending Centres Inc. Announces $59.15 million Secondary Private Placement Offering of Class A Common Shares; Provides Preliminary 2024 Results Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/dominion-lending-centres-inc-announces-59-15-million-secondary-private-placement-offering-of-class-a-common-shares-provides-preliminary-2024-results https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1NjgxMSM2NzQ2NTMwIzUwMDEzMjYxNg== CA en Dominion Lending Centres Inc. (TSX:DLCG), along with Mauris Family Investments Inc. and 603908 BC Ltd. announced today that they have entered into an agreement with Desjardins Capital Markets as sole bookrunner and lead agent in respect of a fully marketed offering of up to 7,782,400 class 'A' common shares (the 'Offered Shares') for gross proceeds of $59.15 million. "Article content NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR DISSEMINATION DIRECTLY, OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES. VA...[+978 chars]" 2025-02-11T20:33:56 Financial Titan Scrapping Policy That Said Company Wouldn't Take Businesses Public That Had All White, Male Boards https://ijr.com/financial-titan-scrapping-policy-that-said-company-wouldnt-take-businesses-public-that-had-all-white-male-boards https://ijr.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/financial-titan-scrapping-policy-that-said-company-wouldnt-take-businesses-public-that-had-all-white-male-boards.jpg US en Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is scrapping a pledge it made to refuse initial public offering (IPO) business from companies that had fully white, male boards. In December, an appeals court struck down a similar rule for Nasdaq Inc.'s U.S. exchange. President Donald Trump has been a vocal critic of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. "Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is scrapping a pledge it made to refuse initial public offering (IPO) business from companies that had fully white, male boards, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday. The major inves...[+2591 chars]" 2025-02-11T20:28:27 Goldman Sachs Scrapping Policy That Said Company Wouldn't Take Businesses Public That Had All White, Male Boards Ireland Owens https://dailycaller.com/2025/02/11/goldman-sachs-scrapping-policy-that-said-company-wouldnt-take-businesses-public-that-had-all-white-male-boards https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-1638089906-e1739300609471.jpg US en Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is scrapping a pledge it made to refuse initial public offering(IPO) business from companies that had fully white, male boards. In December, an appeals court struck down a similar rule for Nasdaq Inc.'s U.S. exchange. Conservative activists are calling for several Wall Street giants to revoke policies related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Trump has long been a vocal critic of DEI. "Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is scrapping a pledge it made to refuse initial public offering(IPO) business from companies that had fully white, male boards, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday. The major invest...[+2647 chars]" 2025-02-11T20:25:00 Goldman Nukes DEI IPO Requirement As Woke Era Implodes Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/economics/goldman-nukes-dei-ipo-requirement-woke-era-implodes-trump-era https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-02/2025-02-11_11-20-27.png?itok=zfgxjwt2 BG en "During the ""summer of love,"" as BLM riots gripped cities and towns nationwide, Goldman Sachs informed companies and investors that it would no longer take a company public unless its board included two diverse board members, one of whom must be a woman. The DEI IPO requirement arrived at a time when the ""woke mind virus"" spread rapidly across corporate America. President Trump shifted the tide back to meritocracy." "During the ""summer of love,"" as BLM riots gripped cities and towns nationwide, Goldman Sachs went down the woke rabbit hole and informed companies and investors that it would no longer take a company ...[+2259 chars]" 2025-02-11T20:11:34 Goldman Sachs Ends Diversity Board Push for IPOS https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-sp500-nasdaq-live-02-11-2025/card/goldman-sachs-ends-diversity-board-push-for-ipos-W2DgCLYpAc5KLzZweesE https://images.wsj.net/im-62317273/social US en Goldman Sachs is ending its policy that mandated companies have a diverse board for the bank to take them public. The rule had said the bank would only underwrite the initial public offerings for companies in the U.S. and Western Europe if they had two diverse board members, with one of those being a woman. "Goldman Sachs is ending its policy that mandated companies have a diverse board for the bank to take them public. The rule, a version of which was implemented in 2020, had said the bank would only und...[+153 chars]" 2025-02-11T20:11:22 Daily on Energy: SEC climate rule update, new Trump orders, and farmers left holding the bag Callie Patteson https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/daily-on-energy/3317159/daily-on-energy-sec-climate-rule-update-new-trump-orders-and-farmers-left-holding-the-bag https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/DOE.webp US en The Securities and Exchange Commission's Republican Acting Chairman Mark Uyeda is seeking to pause litigation against the agency's climate disclosure rules while the commissioners evaluate next steps. President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the federal government to end its use of biodegradable paper straws and lift the forced use of them nationwide. Trump called on the Environmental Protection Agency to roll back standards for lightbulbs and water-using appliances implemented by the Biden administration. WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY: Good afternoon and happy Tuesday, readers! We are starting off Daily on Energy with news from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which announced it will seek to pause...[+13043 chars] 2025-02-11T20:09:00 SEC Hits Pause on Defense of Climate Disclosure Rule Dylan Tokar https://www.wsj.com/articles/sec-hits-pause-on-defense-of-climate-disclosure-rule-2e8ca404 https://images.wsj.net/im-18867128/social US en The Securities and Exchange Commission's new leadership has begun the process of dismantling former Chair Gary Gensler's climate disclosure rule that would have required public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions. The rule has been fiercely contested and beset by legal challenges. Acting Chair Mark Uyeda has directed staff to pause their defense of the rule. The Securities and Exchange Commission's new leadership has begun the process of dismantling former Chair Gary Gensler's climate disclosure rule that would have required public companies to report the...[+397 chars] 2025-02-11T19:53:46 Deloitte Axes Gender Pronouns After Trump's Mandate Digital Desk https://www.republicworld.com/amp/world-news/deloitte-axes-gender-pronouns-after-trumps-mandate https://img.republicworld.com/all_images/trump-says-he-s-serious-about-canada-becoming-51st-state-at-superbowl-1739165886558-16_9.webp US en Deloitte US has implemented changes to its workplace policies. Consultants in its Government and Public Services practice have to remove gender pronouns from their email signatures. The change comes in response to the shifting political climate in the US following the election of Donald Trump. Accenture recently scrapped its global diversity goals and demographic-specific career programs. Deloitte has announced plans to'sunset' its DEI goals. New Delhi, India: Deloitte US has recently implemented significant changes to its workplace policies, particularly affecting employees involved in government contracts and the company's diversity, equ...[+1501 chars] 2025-02-11T19:22:08 US SEC won't defend climate rule in court Isla Binnie https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/us-sec-won-t-defend-climate-rule-in-court/ar-AA1yQxup US en Mark Uyeda, the acting chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, ordered lawyers to ask a federal appeals court in St. Louis to delay oral arguments over the rule. The rule requires public companies to disclose the threats their businesses pose to the climate and environment. Many Republican state attorneys general and business groups oppose it. "By Isla Binnie, Virginia Furness and Jonathan Stempel NEW YORK/LONDON (Reuters) -The acting chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday signaled the regulator may roll back a contr...[+2935 chars]" 2025-02-11T19:20:37 Yorkton Equity Group (CVE:YEG) Given a C$0.32 Price Target by Fundamental Research Analysts Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/11/yorkton-equity-group-cveyeg-given-a-c0-32-price-target-by-fundamental-research-analysts.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/yorkton-equity-group-inc-logo-1200x675.png?v=20230117072024&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Fundamental Research has a C$0.32 price target for Yorkton Equity Group (CV:YEG). The target price would indicate a potential upside of 72.97% from the company's current price. The stock had a trading volume of 30,500 shares during midday trading on Tuesday. The company has a market cap of C$20.85 million, a P/E ratio of 4.63 and a beta of 1.19. Yorkton Equity Group (CVE:YEG ) has been given a C$0.32 price target by equities researchers at Fundamental Research in a research note issued on Tuesday,BayStreet.CA reports. Fundamental Research's t...[+648 chars] 2025-02-11T19:09:05 MSCI's (NYSE:MSCI) Dividend Will Be Increased To $1.80 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mscis-nyse-msci-dividend-increased-190905798.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/353e38c56b572ac874fd8ad4f8da77b6 US en MSCI Inc. (NYSE:MSCI) will be paying its dividend of $1.80 on the 28th of February. The company has grown its EPS by 16% per year over the past five years. The dividend has gone from $0.72 in 2015 to $7.20 in the most recent year. The payout ratio is 38%, which makes us comfortable with the sustainability of the dividend. The board of MSCI Inc. (NYSE:MSCI) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of $1.80 on the 28th of February, an increased payment from last year's comparable dividend. Although the dividend ...[+3044 chars] 2025-02-11T18:56:08 Goldman Sachs ends IPO diversity policy as Trump cracks down on DEI James Franey https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/goldman-sachs-ends-ipo-diversity-policy-as-trump-cracks-down-on-dei/ar-AA1yQjiw US en David Solomon, the new CEO of Goldman Sachs, is scrapping a key Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policy that banned the bank from doing IPOs for companies with white, all-male boards. The policy had been in place since 2020. The White House-led crackdown on what it considers discriminatory hiring policies in the private sector has pushed some of America's biggest corporate titans to roll back their DEI schemes. "Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon is scrapping a key DEI policy that banned the bank from doing IPOs for companies with white, all-male boards. It marks a major U-turn for Goldman amid a White House-led...[+1960 chars]" 2025-02-11T18:56:08 Goldman Sachs ends IPO diversity policy as Trump cracks down on DEI James Franey https://nypost.com/2025/02/11/business/goldman-sachs-ends-ipo-diversity-policy-as-trump-cracks-down-on-dei https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/reuters-u-s-finance-editor-98348510.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en Goldman Sachs is canceling its diversity policy to take public companies with two diverse board members. It is the latest such move by corporations expecting greater scrutiny on social policies from President Trump. Trump has issued a series of executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the federal government and private sector. "Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon is scrapping a key DEI policy that banned the bank from doing IPOs for companies with white, all-male boards. It marks a major U-turn for Goldman amid a White House-led...[+2214 chars]" 2025-02-11T18:40:00 Goldman Sachs: On Second Thought, We're Out on DEI Too Ed Morrissey https://hotair.com/ed-morrissey/2025/02/11/goldman-sachs-on-second-thought-were-out-on-dei-n3799715 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/2018/289/fa1734e6-c0e2-41bd-ab54-a79841164c84.jpg US en "Goldman Sachs changed its policy on ""Diversity Equity Inclusion"" for IPOs. They no longer require two diverse board members, one of whom must be a woman. A similar rule for listings on Nasdaq's US exchange was struck down by a federal appeals court in December. Trump's executive orders ending affirmative action and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are unpopular." "Say, remember when people kept telling conservatives that the culture war had already been lost? Good times, good times. In yet another advance for equality over ""equity,"" another corporate giant has ...[+5259 chars]" 2025-02-11T18:39:38 Why Goldman Sachs dropped its DEI requirement from IPOs Emmalyse Brownstein https://www.businessinsider.com/goldman-sachs-dei-requirement-diversity-boards-ipos-2025-2 https://i.insider.com/67ab939deb4be2fff9a44696?width=1200&format=jpeg US en Goldman Sachs terminated a policy requiring IPO clients to have at least two diverse board members. Company reps said the change was prompted by a legal ruling over Nasdaq's board diversity initiative. Tulane University law professor questions whether the ruling applies to Goldman Sachs. Goldman adopted its board diversity policy in 2020. "Goldman Sachs killed a policy requiring its IPO clients to have at least 2 diverse board members. Company reps said the change was prompted by a legal ruling over Nasdaq's board diversity initiative. ...[+2868 chars]" 2025-02-11T18:37:49 SEC announces it will not defend climate disclosure rule Zack Budryk https://www.yahoo.com/news/sec-announces-not-defend-climate-183749000.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_hill_articles_341/1006f64f61fb6ceb534acaa3d8e79d39 US en The Securities and Exchange Commission will not defend a year-old rule requiring publicly held companies to disclose climate-related risks and in some cases the details of their emissions. It passed 3-2 along party lines, with Mark Uyeda one of the two Republican votes opposed to it. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Tuesday that it will not defend a year-old rule requiring publicly held companies to disclose climate-related risks and in some cases the details...[+1959 chars] 2025-02-11T18:36:54 Goldman Sachs ends diversity pledge for IPOs Isla Binnie https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/companies/financial-services/2025-02-11-goldman-sachs-ends-diversity-pledge-for-ipos https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/JATYWVq3RpvqMFJvkRFZbmpI3iUDzvF20a3I73CilF2hojV626xLt97W9KxTYrLayZtas332-ZJZAXXqxr223mJJI9j7nv18fiufK1ZGOsPE8w=s1000 ZA en Goldman Sachs has cancelled a four-year-old policy to only take public companies with two diverse board members. Trump has issued a series of executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion programmes in the federal government and the private sector since taking office on January 20th. New York — Goldman Sachs cancelled a four-year-old policy to only take public companies that had two diverse board members, a spokesperson for the bank said on Tuesday, in the latest such move by corp...[+1962 chars] 2025-02-11T18:35:21 Disney is the latest company to shake up its DEI initiatives. Read the memo to staff. Lucia Moses https://www.businessinsider.com/disney-is-latest-company-to-shake-up-dei-initiatives-memo-2025-2 https://i.insider.com/67ab8b146630eb10385c3d14?width=1200&format=jpeg US en Disney is changing its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts to focus on business goals and company values. The changes will impact content disclaimers and how executive compensation is determined. The company is also getting rid of Reimagine Tomorrow, a digital hub launched in 2021 to amplify underrepresented voices. Disney has previously found itself in the political crosshairs over its response to the Don't Say Gay Law in Florida. "Disney is shifting its DEI work to focus on business goals and company values. The changes will impact content disclaimers and how executive compensation is determined. CEO Bob Iger has emphasized Dis...[+6374 chars]" 2025-02-11T18:33:08 Why many strategic plans stall — and how to keep them on track Beco Lichtman https://www.smartbrief.com/original/why-many-strategic-plans-stall-and-how-to-keep-them-on-track https://www.smartbrief.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-2187445576.jpg US en Execution of strategic plans is one of the biggest challenges for organizations. The ALIGN Framework is a structured yet flexible approach to overcoming these common pitfalls. It's based on the following steps: Assess the current situation, identify the most critical goals for the year, brainstorm solutions, buy-in from key stakeholders and teams, set up accountability structures for execution, and follow-through. Many strategic plans fail to deliver their intended results, leaving leaders frustrated and teams disengaged. Research over the years has consistently highlighted this challenge. Harvard Business Scho...[+5423 chars] 2025-02-11T18:01:46 Southlea Adds Corporate Governance Lead with Deep Experience on Proxy Advisory Approaches Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/southlea-adds-corporate-governance-lead-with-deep-experience-on-proxy-advisory-approaches https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1NjU4MCM2NzQ1OTAxIzIyOTQ2MjQ= CA en Anqi Xu has been appointed Consultant and Compensation Governance Lead at Southlea. Anqi has extensive experience in executive compensation and related governance matters and most recently served as Associate Vice President in Institutional Shareholder Services' (ISS) Canadian research team. "Article content TORONTO, Feb. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Southlea, a consulting firm specializing in executive compensation and governance solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Anqi Xu...[+590 chars]" 2025-02-11T17:43:39 Axios: Disney Reforms DEI Program to Focus on Business Outcomes https://www.newsmax.com/us/disney-dei-business/2025/02/11/id/1198672 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=c7079c0b-bee4-4c26-92f6-39e86b27bcbf&SiteName=Newsmax US en "Walt Disney is changing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs to focus more closely on business outcomes, Axios reported on Tuesday. . ""Diversity, equity and inclusion"" programs are changing to focus on more closely business outcomes." Walt Disney is changing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs to focus more closely on business outcomes, while fostering an environment in which all employees can thrive, according to a...[+1171 chars] 2025-02-11T17:41:05 S.E.C. Moves to Kill Climate Disclosure Rule https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/11/s-e-c-moves-to-kill-climate-disclosure-rule https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SEC-Moves-to-Kill-Climate-Disclosure-Rule.jpg US en Mark Uyeda, the new acting chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, took the first step on Tuesday to rolling back the climate change disclosure rule. The rule requires companies to provide detailed information about the impact of their businesses on climate and the environment. The S.E.C. told the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit to pause proceedings in the matter. The acting chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Mark Uyeda, took the first step on Tuesday to rolling back a rule that would require thousands of publicly traded companies to provide inves...[+2564 chars] 2025-02-11T17:36:15 Experts weigh improving sustainability while remaining profitable Haifa Alshammari https://www.arabnews.com/node/2589840/saudi-arabia https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x371_watermarksaudi/public/main-image/2025/02/11/4572780-1157919145.jpg?itok=k_-caxeS SA en Experts at a Riyadh conference discuss the challenge of improving sustainable practices while remaining profitable. UN report found that between $2.5 trillion and $4 trillion needs to be spent annually to meet the organization's sustainable development goals. Naqaa Solutions for Environmental Services was founded in 2011 as a university project between Al-Amer and her friends. "RIYADH: Experts at a Riyadh conference have discussed the challenge of improving sustainable practices while remaining profitable. Javed Akbar, chief governance, risk, insurance and compliance officer...[+2420 chars]" 2025-02-11T17:33:05 Under Trump, Billionaire Climate Champions Have Gone Quiet https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/11/under-trump-billionaire-climate-champions-have-gone-quiet https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Under-Trump-Billionaire-Climate-Champions-Have-Gone-Quiet.jpg US en Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, Michael Bloomberg, Laurene Powell Jobs, Tim Cook, Sundar Pichai and Elon Musk are silent on President Trump's climate change policies. The silence is a reversal from Trump's first term, when many tech moguls spoke out against the president's decision to withdraw from the Paris accord. Over the last decade or so, a group of America's wealthiest individuals, largely from the tech industry, became some of the world's biggest climate champions, pledging billions in highly public campai...[+6450 chars] 2025-02-11T17:31:40 S.E.C. Moves to Kill Climate Disclosure Rule Matthew Goldstein https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/11/us/politics/sec-climate-disclosure-rule.html https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/02/11/multimedia/11trump-news-SEC1-mwqk/11trump-news-SEC1-mwqk-facebookJumbo.jpg US en Mark Uyeda, the acting chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, took the first step on Tuesday to rolling back the climate change disclosure rule. The regulation, adopted last year, is being challenged in court by a number of business groups and state attorneys generals. It requires companies to identify the impact of their business activities on the climate and the environment. The acting chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Mark Uyeda, took the first step on Tuesday to rolling back a rule that would require thousands of publicly traded companies to provide inves...[+4815 chars] 2025-02-11T17:24:57 Disney is making changes to its diversity and inclusion programs, Axios reports Brendan Mcdermid https://denvergazette.com/news/nation-world/disney-is-making-changes-to-its-diversity-and-inclusion-programs-axios-reports/article_404198db-d47e-59cb-9172-0b32c305d4fc.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/denvergazette.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/af/3affbcb1-6c90-5cc5-aa30-7c8c278ab55f/67ab8a595a311.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C56 US en Walt Disney is changing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs to focus more closely on business outcomes, Axios reported on Tuesday. The change is related to the focus on outcomes, not just diversity and equity, according to the Axios report. "(Reuters) - Walt Disney is changing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs to focus more closely on business outcomes, Axios reported on Tuesday. (Reporting by Harshita Mary Varghese in B...[+33 chars]" 2025-02-11T17:15:16 Powys County Council to reassess its 2030 Net Zero target Powys County Council https://www.countytimes.co.uk/news/24928023.powys-county-council-reassess-2030-net-zero-target https://www.countytimes.co.uk/resources/images/17117357.jpg?type=og-image GB en Cllr Jackie Charlton agrees with the scrutiny committee's recommendation that Powys County Council should reassess its 2030 Net Zero deadline. The draft report is set to be published on the council's website on April 1. Welsh Government wants local authorities to be carbon neutral by 2050. "A SENIOR councillor has agreed with a recommendation that Powys County Council should 'reassess' its 2030 Net Zero deadline. At a cabinet meeting today (Tuesday), councillors met to discuss the annual...[+2197 chars]" 2025-02-11T17:05:36 Plastic reduction rules to stay: minister Taipei Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Plastic_reduction_rules_to_stay_minister https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RXUpR91ZCRA/0.jpg US en Environmental groups in a public hearing expressed concern over the energy and manufacturing sectors evading their accountability for carbon reduction. The third phase of periodic regulatory goals for greenhouse gas emissions for the energy sector is to be implemented soon.   Â OBJECTION: Environmental groups in a public hearing expressed concern over the energy and manufacturing sectors evading their accountability for carbon reductionBy Chen Chia-yi, Wu Po-hsuan and Esme Y...[+110 chars] 2025-02-11T17:00:17 EcoClaim and Northbridge Team Up to Turn Claims into Climate Action Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/ecoclaim-and-northbridge-team-up-to-turn-claims-into-climate-action https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1NjU1OCM2NzQ0MjY4IzIyODk3OTI= CA en EcoClaim and Northbridge Financial Corporation have a multi-year partnership. Northbridge is empowering its network to reduce landfill waste, cut emissions and lower costs. EcoClaim transforms insurance claims into climate action with its innovative platform, offering industry-leading training, GhG management software and a Carbon Exchange marketplace. "Article content With these changes, Northbridge is empowering its network to reduce landfill waste, cut emissions, and lower costs, all while enabling practical, measurable sustainability improvements...[+1407 chars]" 2025-02-11T17:00:17 EcoClaim and Northbridge Team Up to Turn Claims into Climate Action Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/ecoclaim-and-northbridge-team-up-to-turn-claims-into-climate-action https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1NjU1OCM2NzQ0MjY4IzIyODk3OTI= CA en EcoClaim and Northbridge Financial are helping change the way insurance claims are handled by adding a focus on sustainability. Northbridge has made a commitment to reducing emissions across its supply chain by encouraging its restoration vendors to become EcoClaim Certified Contractors and use TRAX software. CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EcoClaim and Northbridge Financial are helping change the way insurance claims are handled by adding a focus on sustainability. Northbridge, a wholly...[+512 chars] 2025-02-11T17:00:00 Vantiva Among the Top 3% of the World's Best Performing Companies in Sustainability Vantiva https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vantiva-among-top-3-world-170000565.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/cd0033cf3a9debc7a0fb0a1104cabbfb US en Vantiva has been awarded its fourth Gold medal by EcoVadis for environmental and social performance. Vantiva is a global leader in connectivity technologies. It is ranked in the Top 2% of businesses within the Manufacture of Communication Equipment industry and the Top 3% of companies across all industries. "Press Release Vantiva Among the Top 3% of the World's Best Performing Companies in Sustainability This fourth gold medal awarded by EcoVadis confirms Vantiva's commitment to sustainable development Pa...[+5295 chars]" 2025-02-11T17:00:00 How Great Leaders Bring Core Values To Life William Arruda https://www.forbes.com/sites/williamarruda/2025/02/11/how-great-leaders-bring-core-values-to-life https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67aaafd3b78bb0db0c840a38/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en According to Shawn Cole, authentic leaders don't just talk about values, they live them. Gallup research revealed that engagement levels in organizations have sunk to a ten-year low. Shawn Cole has seen the long-term success that comes from leadership teams committed to their mission and values. "Photo credit It's clear that authentic leaders don't just talk about values— they live them. It's easy to list operating principles in an employee handbook or display them on office walls, but if they...[+5527 chars]" 2025-02-11T16:55:11 Most nations miss deadline for plans to fight climate change. UN says take your time to do it right Associated Press https://www.sbsun.com/2025/02/11/climate-emissions-plans https://www.sbsun.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Climate_Emissions_Plans_20870.jpg?w=1024&h=683 US en Only a dozen of the 195 nations have filed their national plans for cutting emissions by 2035, according to the UNFCCC's website. The plan is aimed at reducing emissions by 30% by the year 2035 in all countries. The UNFCC's website has a list of the countries with national plans. So far only a dozen of the 195 nations have filed their national plans for cutting emissions by 2035. 2025-02-11T16:52:33 "Bureau Veritas Recognized for Leading Effort Against Climate Change, Entering the CDP ""A List""" Business Wire https://www.thewhig.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/bureau-veritas-recognized-for-leading-effort-against-climate-change-entering-the-cdp-a-list https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/bw20250211550878_hinda_gharbi_ceo_bureau_veritas.jpeg CA en Bureau Veritas has been included in the A list for Climate reporting in 2024 by the CDP. Bureau Veritas is committed to the LEAP | 28 strategy which puts sustainability at its core. The company has focused on reducing the carbon footprint of its business activities and is embarking on its 83,000 'Trust Makers' across the world. "Article content PARIS — Bureau Veritas is proud to announce that it has been included in the A list for Climate reporting in 2024 by the CDP. In a record-breaking year with 24.800+ corporations, repre...[+2190 chars]" 2025-02-11T16:47:09 Bureau Veritas Recognized for Leading Effort Against Climate Change, Entering the CDP 'A List' Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/bureau-veritas-recognized-for-leading-effort-against-climate-change-entering-the-cdp-a-list/article_82e63ccb-0542-5d10-8409-ddcf8c38d43f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Bureau Veritas has been included in the A list for Climate reporting in 2024 by the CDP. Bureau Veritas ranks amongst the top-tier performers worldwide. The CDP has 24.800+ corporations, representing more than two-thirds of the global market capitalization. Bureau Veritas is proud to announce that it has been included in the A list for Climate reporting in 2024 by the CDP. In a record-breaking year with 24.800+ corporations, representing more than two-th...[+269 chars] 2025-02-11T16:33:27 The Need For Diversity In Leadership Is More Important Than Ever Dr. Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj https://www.forbes.com/sites/shaheenajanjuhajivrajeurope/2025/02/11/the-need-for-diversity-in-leadership-is-more-important-than-ever https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67ab732c653d8ad27c2975f0/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Trump's announcement to scale back funding for DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) federal initiatives has raised questions about the future of DEI. Google, Amazon, and Accenture have cut or reduced their DEI budgets. Stephanie Boyce is the former president of the Law Society of England and Wales. She was the first person of color to hold this position. The landscape of leadership and diversity is in disarray. Trump's pronouncements during his inaugural speech to scale back on funding for DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) federal initiatives have...[+8911 chars] 2025-02-11T16:26:20 U.S. market watchdog aims to pause lawsuit over climate disclosures Isla Binnie https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-market-watchdog-aims-pause-lawsuit-over-climate-disclosures-2025-02-11 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/GUYSDNBPCJOFVL72YV227SOJEU.jpg?auth=8281a513dca022fe1d4fd095204571b9a7e6ecdd7799801a56ca7c573af0beff&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Mark Uyeda, the acting chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, is asking a court to pause proceedings in a lawsuit over a climate disclosure rule passed by his predecessor and swiftly stayed amid controversy. He says the rule is deeply flawed and could inflict significant harm on the capital markets and the economy. NEW YORK/LONDON, Feb 11 (Reuters) - The acting chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday signaled the regulator may roll back a controversial rule requiring thousands of public c...[+2726 chars] 2025-02-11T16:25:55 US market watchdog aims to pause lawsuit over climate disclosures Virginia Furness https://finance.yahoo.com/news/u-market-watchdog-aims-pause-162555347.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/04de6c449c45e382597f3f45166ba435 US en Mark Uyeda, the acting chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, is asking a court to pause proceedings in a lawsuit over a climate disclosure rule passed by his predecessor. Gary Gensler, a Democrat whose party held the majority of three out of five commissioner positions, suspended the rule pending judicial review. President Donald Trump has ordered a freeze on rule-making. "By Virginia Furness and Isla Binnie LONDON/NEW YORK (Reuters) -The acting chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said on Tuesday the agency was asking a court to pause proceedings in a l...[+1357 chars]" 2025-02-11T15:52:13 BP senior leaders' bonuses slashed to 45% of target https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/bp-senior-leaders-bonuses-slashed-to-45-of-target/ar-AA1yPD2C US en BP is set to reduce bonuses for senior executives to 45% of the target. The company's earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization for 2024 stood at $38 billion, falling short of the company's target of $40.9 billion. Investing.com -- BP (NYSE:BP) is set to reduce bonuses for its senior executives to 45% of the target, following the company's failure to meet certain financial objectives in 2024, according a Reuters...[+397 chars] 2025-02-11T15:52:10 Greenpeace Files Anti-intimidation Case Against American Fossil Fuel Pipeline Company PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/world-news-greenpeace-files-anti-intimidation-case-against-american-fossil-fuel-pipeline-company-6635934.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Latestly-World-News-784x441.jpg IN en Greenpeace filed an anti-intimidation court case against a US energy company suing the environmental organisation for hundreds of millions. The company is suing Greenpeace for organising 2016 protests near the Standing Rock Reservation in North Dakota. The European Commission brought in safeguards to curb SLAPPS, or strategic lawsuits against public participation, last year. The Hague (Netherlands), Feb 11 (AP) Greenpeace filed on Monday an anti-intimidation court case against a US energy company suing the environmental organisation for hundreds of millions, testing for t...[+1855 chars] 2025-02-11T15:51:46 Greenpeace Takes on Energy Giant with Anti-SLAPP Court Case Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3261424-greenpeace-takes-on-energy-giant-with-anti-slapp-court-case https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/20_06_2024_14_18_17_4477915.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Greenpeace filed an anti-intimidation suit against a US energy company Energy Transfer on Monday. The company is seeking $300 million from Greenpeace in a North Dakota lawsuit. Greenpeace organized protests at Standing Rock Reservation in 2016. Greenpeace is calling on a Dutch court to require Energy Transfer to compensate for ongoing case proceedings and acknowledge the suit falls under the SLAPP category. Greenpeace initiated a significant legal confrontation on Monday by filing an anti-intimidation suit against a US energy company. This marks the first test of a new European Union directive aimed at c...[+705 chars] 2025-02-11T15:47:55 Report criticises council's 'culture of secrecy' Emily Dalton https://www.yahoo.com/news/report-criticises-councils-culture-secrecy-154755078.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/bbc_us_articles_995/8a02dc5dd820fdf66220f8487a30ab8d US en "External auditors have called for more openness in a Surrey council's decision-making after some members described a ""culture of secrecy"". A recent change to the authority's constitution has also been criticised for not being publicly discussed. The council's management said it will continue working to provide as much transparency as possible." "External auditors have called for more openness in a Surrey council's decision-making after some members described a ""culture of secrecy"". A critical report presented to councillors has raised a ""sign...[+1734 chars]" 2025-02-11T15:47:51 Epsom: Report criticises council's 'culture of secrecy' Emily Dalton https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2d3wpyz22eo https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/689a/live/3b9e0c50-e886-11ef-acf4-d3a321e6d53f.jpg GB en "Auditors have called for more openness in a Surrey council's decision-making. The report presented to councillors has raised a ""significant weakness"" in how it makes decisions. A recent change to the authority's constitution has also been criticised for not being publicly discussed. The council's management said it will continue working to provide as much transparency as possible." "External auditors have called for more openness in a Surrey council's decision-making after some members described a ""culture of secrecy"".A critical report presented to councillors has raised a ""signi...[+1428 chars]" 2025-02-11T15:45:55 ICAZ launches ESG reporting course in Zimbabwe Global Data https://finance.yahoo.com/news/icaz-launches-esg-reporting-course-154555581.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/s1S8agZHZn2vhC1QwueY.A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_accountant_923/41d534f4e5ecdf20202bc549ec1ef9e5 US en ICAZ has partnered with Bright Africa Consultancy Training to introduce a three-month course on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting in Zimbabwe. The institute is promoting a global ESG framework through educational initiatives, including certification courses and webinars. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Zimbabwe (ICAZ) has announced a partnership with Bright Africa Consultancy Training to introduce a three-month course on environmental, social, and governance...[+2323 chars] 2025-02-11T15:41:51 ISS ends diversity considerations for US boardrooms, citing Trump orders Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/iss-ends-diversity-considerations-us-boardrooms-citing-trump-orders-2025-02-11 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/DYPHMLN4ORJF3PD3NV6FBZSYHA.jpg?auth=12186991c4cf5ffa90fda9628018eaae885657de3712b87230cd9d9e00e225aa&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Institutional Shareholder Services will no longer consider the gender, racial or ethnic diversity of U.S. company boards when making its voting recommendations. Boardrooms across the S&P 500 have slowly grown more representative since the Black Lives Matter movement of 2020, but gains for women and minorities lately have slowed. Feb 11 (Reuters) - Top proxy adviser Institutional Shareholder Services said on Tuesday it will no longer consider the gender, racial or ethnic diversity of U.S. company boards when making its voting ...[+2701 chars] 2025-02-11T15:38:57 Darjeeling MLA writes to Guv on tea garden land transfer SNS https://www.thestatesman.com/bengal/darjeeling-mla-writes-to-guv-on-tea-garden-land-transfer-1503397027.html https://www.thestatesman.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG_9204-jpeg.webp IN en Neeraj Zimba Tamang, MLA from Darjeeling Assembly Constituency, has written to the Governor of West Bengal, asking for immediate intervention to halt the implementation of the policy to transfer 30 per cent of tea garden land to private entities. The policy has sparked widespread concern among local residents. Neeraj Zimba Tamang, MLA from the Darjeeling Assembly Constituency, has raised serious concerns over the West Bengal government's recent policy to transfer 30 per cent of tea garden land to private en...[+1375 chars] 2025-02-11T15:37:01 Goldman Sachs ends IPO diversity policy citing legal developments Isla Binnie https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/goldman-sachs-ends-ipo-diversity-policy-citing-legal-developments/ar-AA1yPt9Q US en Goldman Sachs has cancelled a four-year-old policy to only take public companies that had two diverse board members. Trump has issued a series of executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the federal government and the private sector since taking office on Jan. 20. "By Isla Binnie and Saeed Azhar (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs cancelled a four-year-old policy to only take public companies that had two diverse board members, a spokesperson for the bank said on Tuesday,...[+1346 chars]" 2025-02-11T15:29:22 OSC Dialogue 2025: Future Ready to feature a global exchange on enforcement, sustainability and market innovation Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/OSC_Dialogue_2025_Future_Ready_to_feature_a_global_exchange__h https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/[] US en The Ontario Securities Commission announced the agenda and opened registration for OSC Dialogue 2025: Future Ready at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto. The event will bring together visionary leaders from around the world to discuss evolving markets, innovative financial products and the need for adaptive regulatory approaches. TORONTO, /CNW/ - The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) today announced the agenda and opened registration for OSC Dialogue 2025: Future Ready. This marquee event will take place on , at the Fairmont...[+210 chars] 2025-02-11T15:28:03 Goldman Sachs Ends IPO Diversity Pledge https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/goldman-diversity-board/2025/02/11/id/1198644 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=116538a6-4123-4df4-bf7f-365c95d2ecb8&SiteName=Newsmax US en Goldman Sachs has ended a diversity, equity and inclusion pledge tied to its initial public offering business. Goldman had a policy since 2020 to only take a company public in the U.S. or Western Europe if it had two diverse board members, one of whom needed to be a woman. Goldman Sachs canceled a four-year-old policy to only take public companies that had two diverse board members, a spokesperson for the bank said Tuesday, in the latest such move by corporations expect...[+1175 chars] 2025-02-11T15:25:08 BP's Strategic Shake-Up: Navigating Lower Profits and Investor Pressure Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3261380-bps-strategic-shake-up-navigating-lower-profits-and-investor-pressure https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/11_06_2024_13_06_42_4017452.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en BP reported a 61% drop in fourth-quarter profits. The company will slash senior leaders' bonuses to 45% of their target. CEO Murray Auchincloss wants to revamp the company's strategy. Elliott Investment Management recently acquired a stake in BP. In a response to a 35% plunge in annual profits, BP's CEO, Murray Auchincloss, has promised to revamp the company's strategy fundamentally. The announcement comes amid pressure from Elliott Investment...[+823 chars] 2025-02-11T15:22:20 As Trump Attacks D.E.I., Wall Street Worries New York Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/As_Trump_Attacks_DEI_Wall_Street_Worries https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/[] US en Goldman Sachs will drop a demand that corporate boards of directors include women and members of minority groups. Financial firms backpedal from D.E.I.A. promises to include women on their boards of director.   . Goldman Sachs will drop a demand that corporate boards of directors include women and members of minority groups as financial firms backpedal from D.E.I. promises. 2025-02-11T15:19:00 OSC Dialogue 2025: Future Ready to feature a global exchange on enforcement, sustainability and market innovation Ontario Securities Commission https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/osc-dialogue-2025-future-ready-to-feature-a-global-exchange-on-enforcement-sustainability-and-market-innovation-828855001.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en The OSC Dialogue 2025: Future Ready will take place on April 24, 2025, at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto, Ontario. The agenda includes keynote presentations by Matthew Boswell, Commissioner of Competition, Competition Bureau, and incoming Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario Chief Executive Officer Dexter John. Policy and regulatory experts will share their perspectives on hot topics such as artificial intelligence, visible enforcement, sustainable finance, and competition. "Registration now open, with early bird pricing available until March 3 , Feb. 11, 2025 /CNW/ - The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) today announced the agenda and opened registration for OSC Dialog...[+4074 chars]" 2025-02-11T15:09:02 Goldman Sachs abandons IPO diversity pledge with US DEI goals under fire Sridhar Natarajan https://finance.yahoo.com/news/goldman-kills-ipo-diversity-pledge-143612104.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/RplnuCnelV.jwbewHYZizg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NjI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_markets_842/88d4e04d98eeec2886f27fecad455f8a US en Goldman Sachs is abandoning its pledge to refuse initial public offering business with companies that had all White, male boards. The rule had been put in place in 2020 with a requirement for at least one diverse board member. A similar rule for listings on Nasdaq Inc.'s US exchange was struck down by a federal appeals court in December. "(Bloomberg) — Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) is abandoning a significant pledge it made to refuse initial public offering business with companies that had all White, male boards. Saudi Arabia's Neom Si...[+2997 chars]" 2025-02-11T15:07:03 Goldman Sachs abandons diversity pledge for IPOs https://www.dimsumdaily.hk/goldman-sachs-abandons-diversity-pledge-for-ipos https://cdn.dimsumdaily.hk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/11230603/Goldman-Sachs-1-1-1.webp HK en Goldman Sachs Group Inc. has decided to abandon its commitment to refuse initial public offering business from companies with all-White, male boards. The investment bank had previously enforced a policy requiring firms to have at least two diverse board members, including one woman, before they could go public in the U.S. or Western Europe. "11th February 2025 – (New York) Goldman Sachs Group Inc. has decided to abandon its significant commitment to refuse initial public offering (IPO) business from companies with all-White, male boards. ...[+624 chars]" 2025-02-11T15:05:49 Daja Apetz-Dreier https://www.reuters.com/authors/daja-apetz-dreier https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/DPRMBMNF2RJEZNJ44B6QG4CVI4.jpg?auth=81dd12cf454c5c79cd45bb62acbbc8adc54411d61d72190e4b2e08acb6f81eed&height=628&width=1200&quality=80&smart=true GB en Daja Apetz-Dreier is a partner at Morgan Lewis. She is a leader of the firm's ESG and sustainability advisory practice. She advises companies in relation to environmental matters such as climate change, greenwashing, and regulatory and enforcement questions. Her broad disputes practice encompasses complex commercial litigation and business disputes. She also has an extensive background handling complex post-M&A and corporate disputes. Daja Apetz-Dreier, a partner at Morgan Lewis, is a co-leader of the firm's ESG and sustainability advisory practice and routinely advises companies in relation to environmental matters such as climate...[+542 chars] 2025-02-11T15:05:49 Celia Soehner Celia Soehner https://www.reuters.com/authors/celia-soehner https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/DPRMBMNF2RJEZNJ44B6QG4CVI4.jpg?auth=81dd12cf454c5c79cd45bb62acbbc8adc54411d61d72190e4b2e08acb6f81eed&height=628&width=1200&quality=80&smart=true GB en Celia Soehner is a partner at Morgan Lewis. She is a co-leader of the firm's ESG and sustainability advisory practice and its capital markets and public companies practice. She focuses her practice on counseling public companies and their boards with respect to corporate governance, federal securities, stock exchange, shareholder engagement, ESG, and executive compensation matters. Celia Soehner, a partner at Morgan Lewis, is a co-leader of the firm's ESG and sustainability advisory practice and its capital markets and public companies practice. She focuses her practice on couns...[+622 chars] 2025-02-11T15:05:49 Top 5 ESG considerations for US investors under the Trump-Vance administration Levi McAllister https://www.reuters.com/legal/legalindustry/top-5-esg-considerations-us-investors-under-trump-vance-administration-2025-02-11 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/DPRMBMNF2RJEZNJ44B6QG4CVI4.jpg?auth=81dd12cf454c5c79cd45bb62acbbc8adc54411d61d72190e4b2e08acb6f81eed&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Trump-Vance administration has made clear its anti-ESG agenda. The incoming administration's influence is expected to shift the priorities of the SEC's climate disclosure rules and leadership changes. California remains a trailblazer in climate legislation, with three pieces of legislation that demand robust corporate compliance. Voluntary carbon markets are under scrutiny. The European Union's ESG regulations extend compliance obligations to US-based multinational corporations with significant EU operations. February 11, 2025 - The 2024 US presidential election has ushered in significant shifts in the regulatory environment surrounding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. With the Trump-Van...[+7216 chars] 2025-02-11T15:04:43 Goldman Sachs ends IPO diversity pledge Isla Binnie https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/goldman-sachs-ends-ipo-diversity-pledge-2025-02-11 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/MHWZ54Q7VROFBM3BS542RFM4DQ.jpg?auth=7230cbcffaab0d7ab6775bf437e0acd0c63db26852a5965a8c2b224a44ccec09&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Goldman Sachs has ended a diversity, equity and inclusion pledge tied to the investment bank's initial public offering business. The bank believes successful boards benefit from diverse backgrounds and perspectives and will encourage them to take this approach.  Get a look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets with the Morning Bid newsletter. Feb 11 (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs cancelled a four-year-old policy to only take public companies that had two diverse board members, a spokesperson for the bank said on Tuesday, in the latest such move...[+1946 chars] 2025-02-11T15:04:28 Goldman Sachs ends IPO diversity policy citing legal developments Isla Binnie https://finance.yahoo.com/news/goldman-sachs-ends-ipo-diversity-150428762.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/4f6e8629aac30af4bebf79f0941900aa US en Goldman Sachs has cancelled a four-year-old policy to only take public companies that had two diverse board members. It is the latest such move by corporations expecting greater scrutiny on social policies from U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump has issued a series of executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion programs. "By Isla Binnie and Saeed Azhar (Reuters) -Goldman Sachs cancelled a four-year-old policy to only take public companies that had two diverse board members, a spokesperson for the bank said on Tuesday, ...[+1969 chars]" 2025-02-11T15:04:00 Goldman Sachs Ends IPO Diversity Pledge Isla Binnie https://money.usnews.com/investing/news/articles/2025-02-11/goldman-sachs-ends-ipo-diversity-pledge https://www.usnews.com/dims4/USNEWS/ec92372/2147483647/thumbnail/970x647/quality/85/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usnews.com%2Fcmsmedia%2F23%2F2b47a384e41b745ebcbffeb42135c1%2Ftag%3Areuters.com%2C2025%3Anewsml_LYNXMPEL1A0KI%3A12025-02-11T150428Z_1_LYNXMPEL1A0KI_RTROPTP_3_UKRAINE-CRISIS-RUSSIA-GOLDMAN.JPG US en Goldman Sachs has ended a diversity, equity and inclusion pledge tied to the investment bank's initial public offering business. Goldman believes successful boards benefit from diverse backgrounds and perspectives and will encourage them to take this approach.   . and "By Isla Binnie and Saeed Azhar (Reuters) -Goldman Sachs cancelled a four-year-old policy to only take public companies that had two diverse board members, a spokesperson for the bank said on Tuesday, ...[+1969 chars]" 2025-02-11T15:00:00 Progress on share buyback programme Feb. 11, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6034491 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/NjljOTI3MzEtMDY2ZC00NWY1LWExNGMtOThjZmVmNjk2YjNmLTEwMTM5NDI=/tiny/ING-Group.png TW en In total 6,514,857 shares were repurchased during the week of 3 February 2025 up to and including 7 February 2025 for a total amount of €102,768,994.66. To date, 57.00% of the maximum value of the share buyback programme has been completed. "Progress on share buyback programme ING announced today that, as part of our €2.0 billion share buyback programme announced on 31 October 2024, in total 6,514,857 shares were repurchased during the we...[+10376 chars]" 2025-02-11T14:53:13 Disney Ends Two DEI Programs Amid Rising Investor Pressure – [your]NEWS your NEWS Media Newsroom https://yournews.com/2025/02/11/3223142/disney-ends-two-dei-programs-amid-rising-investor-pressure https://yournews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/shutterstock_2349709889.jpg US en The Walt Disney Company is discontinuing two Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, including the controversial 'Reimagine Tomorrow' program. The program gained notoriety in 2022 when leaked video footage showed senior executives openly discussing efforts to expand LGBTQ+ content within Disney's productions. Some shareholders argued Disney's focus on DEI was alienating its audience and contributing to declining stock performance. "The Walt Disney Company is reportedly discontinuing two Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, including the controversial 'Reimagine Tomorrow' program, as backlash from investors grows. ...[+3442 chars]" 2025-02-11T14:35:00 Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Sanoma Corporation Feb. 11, 2025 14:35 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6034461 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/YTJjM2JiZTQtZGEzZS00OWMyLWFiOTgtMjlmMjhkMWE3NDM4LTEwMTM0NjQ=/tiny/Sanoma-Oyj.png TW en Annual General Meeting of Sanoma Corporation will be held on 29 April 2025 at 10:00 (EET) at Sanomatalo in Helsinki. The official venue of the general meeting is the Mediatori in the building at Töölönlahdenkatu 2, Helsinki. Dividends of EUR 0.39 per share for the year 2024 will be paid in three instalments. "Sanoma Corporation, Stock Exchange Release, 11 February 2025 at 08:35 EET Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Sanoma Corporation Notice is given to the shareholders of Sanoma Corporation ('Sanoma'...[+29080 chars]" 2025-02-11T14:21:00 Navigating the Legal and Ethical Landscape of DEI Communication Harvard Biz https://us.headtopics.com/news/navigating-the-legal-and-ethical-landscape-of-dei-65752552 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/2/11/harvardbiz/navigating-the-legal-and-ethical-landscape-of-dei-navigating-the-legal-and-ethical-landscape-of-dei-EEE1C9769A4C0846FEFCA426121A4E65.webp US en There is increased scrutiny of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Some corporate leaders have stopped discussions about DEI. Anti-DEI activists and government officials are scrutinizing corporate websites and public statements for evidence of illegal DEI programs. Experts from the NYU School of Law's Meltzer Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging offer practical guidance on effectively communicating about DEi. In response to increased scrutiny of DEI programs, this article provides practical guidance for communicating about diversity, equity, and inclusion effectively while mitigating legal risks. Experts f...[+1410 chars] 2025-02-11T13:58:12 Responsible entrepreneurship as a constant goal – Lidl Cyprus Cyprus Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Responsible_entrepreneurship_as_a_constant_goal_Lidl_Cyprus https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sioA48lsnsA/0.jpg US en Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become an integral part of contemporary business strategies. Responsible entrepreneurship is the cornerstone of sustainable development and prosperity for any society. It integrates moral values and is the road to a better tomorrow for society. For more information on CSR click here. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become an integral part of contemporary business strategies. Responsible entrepreneurship is the cornerstone of sustainable development and prosperity for any...[+71 chars] 2025-02-11T13:46:58 Goldman Sachs CEO Outlines Path to Growth Amid Uncertain Policies Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3261189-goldman-sachs-ceo-outlines-path-to-growth-amid-uncertain-policies https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/11_07_2024_10_02_42_5316563.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon recently addressed a conference. He highlighted the company's roadmap for achieving higher returns. Solomon remains optimistic about growth prospects. He noted a temporary slowdown in M&A activity at the year's start but anticipates it picking up. Solomon also emphasized the need to resolve Basel III regulations and the pursuit of alternatives for asset and wealth management. Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon recently addressed a conference, highlighting the company's roadmap for achieving higher returns. Amidst the changing U.S. policy landscape, Solomon remains optimistic ...[+556 chars] 2025-02-11T13:40:40 Re(Introducing) the Cisco Foundation Regenerative Future Fund: Redefining Impact in Climate Investing https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/financial-services-climate-change-engineering-f9f46efdeadcf6d88571d025c4717230 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Cisco Foundation pledges $100 million over 10 years to fund innovative climate solutions. $50 million is dedicated to nonprofit grants and the other to equity and debt investments in early-stage climate startups (Seed to Series A) and venture funds. The new name reflects the Foundation's deep commitment to drive scalable, high-impact solutions. In 2021, the Cisco Foundation made a bold commitment to address the climate crisis, pledging $100 million over 10 years to fund innovative climate solutions. This commitment is strategically divided: ...[+7639 chars] 2025-02-11T13:33:50 Saudi Arabia developing unified ESG guidelines to raise reporting standards, official says Ghadi Joudah https://www.arabnews.com/node/2589808 https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x371_watermarksaudi/public/main-image/2025/02/11/4572703-1905596140.jpg?itok=whCdxgaa SA en Saudi Arabia is developing national environmental, social, and governance guidelines to improve the quality of its sustainability reports. 30 percent of Saudi companies are already reporting on sustainability, but many of these reports are not aligned with international standards, resulting in weak ratings and limited investor engagement. "RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is developing unified national environmental, social, and governance guidelines that aim to bring reporting up to international standards, an official said. 'By developing a robus...[+4730 chars]" 2025-02-11T13:31:28 BP executive promises 'reset' after profits fell in 2024 Clyde Hughes https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2025/02/11/BP-reset-profits-drop/4031739279439 https://cdnph.upi.com/sv/ph/og/upi/4031739279439/2025/1/46458ea5899394843d906fcd992c6b0e/v1.5/BP-executive-promises-reset-after-profits-fell-in-2024.jpg US en "BP's CEO promises a ""reset"" for the company, including dialing back climate commitments. BP had a dip in annual profits and a threat from an influential activist investor, according to Murray Auchincloss, the company's CEO, on Tuesday. " "Advertisement Feb. 11 (UPI) -- BP Chief Executive Murray Auchincloss promised a ""reset"" for the company, including dialing back climate commitments, on Tuesday after a dip in annual profits and a thre...[+55 chars]" 2025-02-11T13:30:35 2025 Is the 'Prove-It' Year for CX, Reveals CSG State of the Customer Experience Report Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/2025-is-the-prove-it-year-for-cx-reveals-csg-state-of-the-customer-experience/article_b4e922b0-bf19-5772-b516-005efd4e6fc5.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/27/7271cc7f-63a3-5f60-ad3c-039c9d2af8bc/67ab521385399.image.jpg?crop=1196%2C628%2C1%2C0&resize=1196%2C628&order=crop%2Cresize US en CSG released its 2025 State of the Customer Experience Report. CSG's insights show that successful CX leaders don't just deliver good experiences, but prove how those initiatives make money, save money and increase brand equity.   Â "DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 11, 2025-- CSG ® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today released its 2025 State of the Customer Experience Report, which identifies four winning strategies for brands to begin tangibly impr...[+230 chars]" 2025-02-11T13:13:59 Bitdeer Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Conference Call for February 25, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/11/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/bitdeer-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-earnings-conference-call-for-february-25-2025/2053704 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/11/537578.png PH en Bitdeer Technologies Group has scheduled its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings conference call and webcast for February 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM EST. Management will discuss the preliminary and unaudited financial and operational results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2024. Bitdeer is a world-leading technology company for blockchain and high-performance computing. "SINGAPORE, Feb. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR) ("" Bitdeer ' or the "" Company '), a world-leading technology company for blockchain and high-performance computin...[+3538 chars]" 2025-02-11T13:12:18 India's dividend-disclosure dilemma: Meaningful reform or tokenism? Pratibha Kumari https://www.livemint.com/money/dividend-policy-india-sebi-disclosure-policy-corporate-governance-india-shareholder-rights-dividend-payout-investors-11739273370259.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/11/1600x900/st_1739275221342_1739275221652.jpg IN en Dividends reflect a company's commitment to shareholders and its approach to governance. India does not mandate a fixed dividend payout ratio. SAHA, an Istanbul-based corporate governance and credit rating agency, says India's corporate governance reputation is subpar. Sebi introduced a regulation requiring the top 500 firms to disclose the conditions under which they would distribute or withhold dividends. Most disclosures were vague and non-committal. Dividends are more than just a share of profits—they reflect a company's commitment to shareholders and its approach to governance. Yet, balancing investor payouts with reinvestment for growth has alw...[+4113 chars] 2025-02-11T13:04:29 Lotus Creek Exploration Inc. Announces Listing on TSX Venture Exchange Newsfile https://www.theobserver.ca/newsfile/240372-lotus-creek-exploration-inc-announces-listing-on-tsx-venture-exchange https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-240372.jpg CA en Lotus Creek Exploration Inc. (TSXV: LTC) has received final approval from the TSX Venture Exchange to list the common shares of Lotus Creek on the Exchange as a Tier 1 Oil and Gas Issuer. Trading in respect of the Lotus Creek Shares will commence at market open on February 11, 2025, under the symbol LTC. Lotus Creek has also entered into a shareholder rights protection plan with Odyssey Trust Company, as rights agent. "Article content Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – February 11, 2025) – Lotus Creek Exploration Inc. (TSXV: LTC) ('Lotus Creek' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce that it has received final appr...[+3998 chars]" 2025-02-11T12:58:00 Disney Drops Two DEI Programs as Investor Backlash Grows Paul Bois https://www.breitbart.com/entertainment/2025/02/11/disney-drops-two-dei-programs-after-pressure-from-investors https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/02/disneyDEI-640x335.jpg US en Disney will be dropping its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' program from its 2024 SEC 10-K report's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion section due to pressure from investors. The webpage still remains active and says the program aims to amplify 'underrepresented voices and untold stories' and champion the importance of accurate representation in media and entertainment. "The Walt Disney Company will be reportedly dropping two Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs due to pressure from investors. According to the conglomerate's latest SEC filing, Disney will b...[+2235 chars]" 2025-02-11T12:50:29 JSE Encourages South Africans To Check If They Have Unclaimed Dividends Owed To Them https://www.africa.com/jse-encourages-south-africans-to-check-if-they-have-unclaimed-dividends-owed-to-them https://www.africa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Johannesburg-Stock-Exchange.jpg US en The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) launches its Claim It campaign to reunite nearly 375,000 former employees, shareholders or beneficiaries of deceased estates with their unclaimed funds. Lucas Radebe has been appointed as an ambassador of the campaign. The JSE has access to 19 issuer share registries and will verify if potential shareholders are owed unclaimed dividends. "The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) today launches its Claim It campaign, urging South Africans to check if they are potential shareholders owed a portion of the R4.5 billion in unclaimed dividends....[+1787 chars]" 2025-02-11T12:49:46 Law Aims to Increase the Proportion of Women in Publicly Listed Companies Akt. https://www.vol.at/law-aims-to-increase-the-proportion-of-women-in-publicly-listed-companies/9211477 https://www.vol.at/wp-content/themes/vodl/assets/navigation/logo.png AT en Publicly listed companies are to adhere to fixed quotas for women on their supervisory boards and executive boards. The draft law from the Ministry of Justice will be presented for review on Tuesday. The law implements the EU directive on gender quotas in supervisory bodies, which stipulates a 40 percent quota for the underrepresented gender on the supervisory board. For executive boards, at least one person of the opposite gender must be represented. Publicly listed companies are to be required to adhere to fixed quotas for women on their supervisory boards and executive boards, as outlined in a draft law from the Ministry of Justice, which will b...[+1768 chars] 2025-02-11T12:30:16 Dynacor Updates on African and Latin American Expansion Plans Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/dynacor-updates-on-african-and-latin-american-expansion-plans/article_1a671054-3369-5617-b0f9-7b04bc96481b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/3f/43fe1c46-ed25-56f3-8277-4f3b249795a4/67ab44e852ed6.image.jpg?crop=624%2C328%2C0%2C84&resize=624%2C328&order=crop%2Cresize US en Dynacor Group Inc. is pleased to update on its expansion plans within West Africa and Latin America. All figures are in US dollars unless otherwise specified. Â   in U.S. dollars unless else stated. "MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 11, 2025-- Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX: DNG) ('Dynacor' or the ""Corporation""), is pleased to update on its expansion plans within West Africa and Latin America. All figures ...[+45 chars]" 2025-02-11T12:24:59 Afforestation And Carbon Capture: Opportunities For CEOs Driving Net Zero Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Afforestation_And_Carbon_Capture_Opportunities_For_CEOs_Driv https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/[] US en Companies can play a pivotal role in achieving net-zero targets, according to the company's website. It says that they can help companies achieve their targets. Â   for more information, visit: www.net-zero.org. Companies can play a pivotal role in achieving net-zero targets. 2025-02-11T12:20:48 Top tips to transform your business in 2025 chloe anderson https://www.scotsman.com/business/top-tips-to-transform-your-business-in-2025-4985432 https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjM1NGM2YTkwLTA5MGQtNGMwNy1hYjMzLTAxOTc4MDU4ZWViMzoxZDg0NDBkZS01OGFiLTQ0NmItYjJiZi1jZjJiYjFkN2MxY2E=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Peter Ahye, CEO of business improvement specialist, Hexagon Consultants, shares essential tips on how to best navigate challenges to ensure a successful 2025 with Scotsman Money newsletter. Businesses must improve their transparency and adopt digital solutions such as AI and data analytics to improve efficiency and streamline operations. Thousands of businesses have started the new year with challenges as one in five UK-Listed companies have issued profit warnings*, the third- highest in this century. Peter Ahye, CEO of business impro...[+3036 chars] 2025-02-11T12:18:07 EESL inks pacts worth Rs 500 cr for large-scale energy efficiency programs PTI https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/eesl-inks-pacts-worth-rs-500-cr-for-large-scale-energy-efficiency-programs/118147504 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118147504,imgsize-113162,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/renewable/eesl-inks-pacts-worth-rs-500-cr-for-large-scale-energy-efficiency-programs.jpg IN en State-owned Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) has inked pacts worth Rs 500 crore with leading international and Indian bodies. EESL is a joint venture of Public Sector Undertakings under the Ministry of Power. It has forged strategic partnerships at India Energy Week 2025 to mark its 15th foundation day. "NEW DELHI: State-owned Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) on Tuesday said it has inked pacts worth Rs 500 crore with leading international and Indian bodies. EESL is collaborating with internationa...[+2054 chars]" 2025-02-11T12:04:20 Council ‘coming late to the party' as it prepares to rubber stamp its carbon reduction plan, says environmental campaigner https://www.spaldingtoday.co.uk/spalding/news/council-coming-late-to-the-party-as-it-prepares-to-rubber-9403849 https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/_media/img/TUTR19Q0EP1OUAL2NLL9.jpg GB en South Holland District Council's Policy Development Panel will present its carbon reduction plan later today. Green Party member Martin Blake is disappointed the report 'fails to acknowledge the seriousness of the crisis we are facing'. He hopes the forthcoming reorganisation of local government will not deter the authority from focusing on urgent issues. "A district council looks set to rubber stamp its carbon reduction plan later today, but one environmental campaigner believes the authority is 'coming late to the party'. South Holland District Counci...[+4521 chars]" 2025-02-11T12:00:00 A new tool could predict how safe your pension is from climate change Carl Meyer https://thenarwhal.ca/climate-transparency-csds https://thenarwhal.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NAT-Stock-Market-Oil3-Parkinson-1024x786.jpg CA en In December, Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada enshrined the standards in its official handbook used for preparing financial statements. Corporate bean counters can now implement 'landmark' environmental standards as part of their bookkeeping to be more transparent about how profits could be affected by climate change. Industry watchers say the push towards corporate transparency is likely to continue despite recent moves by businesses and politicians in the opposite direction. START – Apple News Only Block Add content to the Apple News only block. You can add things like headings, paragraphs, images, galleries and audio clips. The content added here will not be visable on t...[+10550 chars] 2025-02-11T11:52:00 Deloitte asks consultants to US government to remove gender pronouns from emails Ellesheva Kissin https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/02/11/deloitte-asks-consultants-to-us-government-to-remove-gender-pronouns-from-emails https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/APY66334TNRDIV5I5RWIY7E27M.jpg?smart=true&auth=f9e42d2760018c56047cf522985efd9498c551606cd995da713e01b08a2a995c&width=1200&height=630 IE en Deloitte US has asked its government consultants to remove gender pronouns from their email signatures and ditched its diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) programmes. It is the latest company to update its policies after the election of Donald Trump. Accenture scrapped its global diversity goals and demographic-specific career programmes last week. Deloitte US has asked employees working on government contracts to remove gender pronouns from their email signatures and ditched its wider diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) programmes, in the l...[+3687 chars] 2025-02-11T11:48:06 EESL Inks Pacts Worth Rs 500 Cr for Large-scale Energy Efficiency Programs PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-eesl-inks-pacts-worth-rs-500-cr-for-large-scale-energy-efficiency-programs-6635247.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/news-default-img-784x441.jpg IN en State-owned Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) has inked pacts worth Rs 500 crore with leading international and Indian bodies. EESL is a joint venture of Public Sector Undertakings under the Ministry of Power. It has strengthened its commitment to sustainable energy transformation by forging strategic partnerships at India Energy Week 2025. "New Delhi, Feb 11 (PTI) State-owned Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) on Tuesday said it has inked pacts worth Rs 500 crore with leading international and Indian bodies. EESL is collaborating with...[+2528 chars]" 2025-02-11T11:36:57 The evolution of governance, risk, and compliance: Why it matters https://www.graphic.com.gh/business/business-news/the-evolution-of-governance-risk-and-compliance-why-it-matters.html https://www.graphic.com.gh/images/2025/feb/11/GB_FRED.jpg GH en In the early 2000s, Enron and WorldCom scandals highlighted the need for better risk management and stricter compliance with regulations. Today, businesses are dealing with rapid changes, new technologies, stricter regulations, and heightened expectations from stakeholders. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) is a framework that combines governance, risk, and compliance into one cohesive system. "The world of business has changed so much over the years. Gone are the days when running a business just meant selling products, keeping customers happy, and making a profit. Today, businesses are nav...[+7699 chars]" 2025-02-11T11:18:00 Private Sector Urges Real Zero and Fossil Fuel Ban Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/private-sector-urges-real-zero-and-fossil-fuel-1405973 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=cdn.pixabay.com%2Fphoto%2F2020%2F09%2F22%2F22%2F32%2Fpeople-5594462_640.jpg US en In a letter published in newspapers today, CEOs, investors and academics call for governments to stop subsidising and approving fossil fuel projects and implement policies that will drive investment in decarbonisation. The Australia Institute supports the voices of respected Australians calling for real zero on the eve of this year's Climate Integrity Summit at Parliament House tomorrow. In a letter, published in newspapers today, CEOs, investors and academics have called for governments to stop subsidising and approving fossil fuel projects and to implement policies that will drive i...[+1571 chars] 2025-02-11T11:10:06 Fast-growing fintech firm chooses ‘ideal location' Glasgow to add 30 jobs Scott Reid https://www.scotsman.com/business/fast-growing-fintech-firm-chooses-ideal-location-glasgow-to-add-30-jobs-4985077 https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjA1NzQwODM2LTA2ODYtNDYwMi04MTIwLTFjNzhmMzBmMmNhMzowMjI4NmNiMy1lMjYxLTQxZjktYjYwNy1mOTU4ZTI5YmQzYzQ=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Sustainability-focused fintech company ESG360° is to expand its Glasgow operation in a move that is expected to create 30 jobs. The company secured a £1 million grant from Scottish Enterprise. It provides businesses with the tools and insights needed to navigate the complexities of environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance. "'Working with FinTech Scotland has provided us with unparalleled opportunities to work with top financial institutions' – Anj Chadha, founder and CEO Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering...[+3814 chars]" 2025-02-11T10:59:49 US raid on BP shows how low Britain has sunk The Daily Telegraph https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/US_raid_on_BP_shows_how_low_Britain_has_sunk https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/[] US en BP's profits plunged by $5bn in net zero shift. The oil giant faces pressure from an activist. BP's boss has pledged to 'fundamentally reset' the firm's strategy as annual profits slumped by more than a third. BP will focus on its core business. "BP vows 'fundamental reset' after profits plunge by $5bn in net zero shift BP's boss has pledged to 'fundamentally reset' the firm's strategy as annual profits slumped by more than a third and the oil...[+41 chars]" 2025-02-11T10:57:48 'Business leaders embrace transformation amid uncertainty' The Peninsula http://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/11/02/2025/business-leaders-embrace-transformation-amid-uncertainty http://thepeninsulaqatar.com/assets/cdn/images/placeholder.jpg QA en KPMG in Qatar has released the 2024 Qatar CEO Outlook report. It offers a comprehensive analysis of the key trends shaping the business landscape. It explores how CEOs are navigating economic shifts, embracing digital transformation and addressing sustainability and talent challenges in an era of rapid change. 64% of Qatar's CEOs expect to see returns on their investments in generative AI within the next 3 to 5 years. "Doha: KPMG in Qatar has officially released the 2024 Qatar CEO Outlook, offering a comprehensive analysis of the key trends shaping the business landscape. Based on insights from Qatar's top executive...[+1550 chars]" 2025-02-11T10:57:04 Eskom's internal control failures persist, auditor general tells Scopa Des Erasmus https://mg.co.za/news/2025-02-11-eskoms-internal-control-failures-persist-auditor-general-tells-scopa https://mg.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Eskom-column-2.jpg ZA en Auditor General of South Africa is concerned about Eskom's financial statements for 2023-24. The company's gross debt is over R400 billion, far outstripping its gross revenue. Economic Freedom Fighters Scopa member Veronica Mente asked about the increase in electricity tariffs. "File photo by. Power utility The embattled state-owned enterprise also continued to submit financial statements that 'contained material misstatements in multiple account balances and disclosures', sa...[+3694 chars]" 2025-02-11T10:51:18 FCA urged to push diversity pay gap reporting Andy Jalil https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1166131/opinion/business/fca-urged-to-push-diversity-pay-gap-reporting https://www.omanobserver.om/thumbs/600x600/.jpg OM en The Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority published its diversity and inclusion in financial services consultation in September 2023. The founder of ethnic diversity campaign group Reboot has written to FCA boss Nikhil Rathi calling for urgent action. Reboot is calling on the FCA to provide guidance on ethnicity pay gap reporting. The UK's financial regulator has been urged to provide guidance for firms in the financial district of London (known as 'the City') on reporting ethnicity pay gap data, as concerns mount that diversit...[+3814 chars] 2025-02-11T10:20:01 AIM-listed firms criticised for lack of women in top roles Samuel Norman www.cityam.com https://www.business-live.co.uk/enterprise/aim-listed-firms-accused-having-30978271 https://i2-prod.walesonline.co.uk/incoming/article29343004.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/1_GettyImages-155439278.jpg GB en AIM-listed companies have been criticised for their lack of action in promoting gender diversity on their boards. The proportion of women holding directorships in AIM companies has remained at one in six over the past year. The number of all-male boards on London's junior stock market has risen. "AIM-listed companies have been criticised for their lack of action in promoting gender diversity on their boards, as new research reveals a stagnation in female representation. The annual gender diver...[+2168 chars]" 2025-02-11T10:10:00 循環經濟新標準：Republic Services 引領企業邁向綠色未來 三立新聞網 SETN.COM 三立新聞網 https://www.setn.com/News.aspx?NewsID=1605559 https://attach.setn.com/newsimages/2025/02/06/4994226-PH.jpg TW en The Circularity Index 2025 is the most popular index on the Internet, with 87% of its users using it. It is based on the Republic Services' service offering. It's available in English, Spanish, German, Italian, and Chinese. It has been updated since 2000. "圖、文／永續新聞網 當前，永續發展已成為全球企業競爭力的重要標準，企業不僅需要制定環保政策，更需要衡量並持續優化其永續發展策略。作為美國環保服務領域的領導者，Republic Services宣布推出Circularity Index（循環經濟指數），這是一項突破性的企業環保績效評估工具，旨在幫助企業量化其循環經濟進程，制定可擴展的策略，並在多地業務據點中推動高效、可衡量的資源回收與廢棄物減量行動...[+1720 chars]" 2025-02-11T09:42:35 BP CEO promises ‘fundamental reset' as profits slump Recharge https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/BP_CEO_promises_fundamental_reset_as_profits_slump https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/[] US en UK supermajor's CEO says 'new direction' is imminent. Analysts suggest further shift from low carbon could be on the cards for the UK industry. Â for more information visit: http://www.kim.co.uk/en/news/stories/kim-says-new-direction-imminent-is-on-the-cards. UK supermajor's CEO says 'new direction' imminent as analysts suggest further shift from low carbon could be on the cards 2025-02-11T09:16:18 ExxonMobil paying taxes in Bahamas but not a cent to Guyana Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/11/exxonmobil-paying-taxes-in-bahamas-but-not-a-cent-to-guyana https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/02/Campbell-2-150x150.jpg GY en ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) makes huge profits from the resources in the Stabroek Block and does not pay a cent in corporate tax to the Government of Guyana. The Production Sharing Agreement between the GoG and ExxonMobil does not require the company to pay any corporate taxes. The Bahamas enacted the Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax Act, 2024 (the Act) on 28 November 2024. Kaieteur News- As ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL), continues to make massive profits from the resources in the Stabroek Block, the company enjoys an unlimited tax holiday, meaning it does not pay a c...[+5081 chars] 2025-02-11T08:52:00 Climate tech sector set for disruption as Ecologi acquires Net Zero Now, combining industry-leading platforms to create end-to-end corporate sustainability solution PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/climate-tech-sector-set-disruption-085200359.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/ad7d6a5eaae3dd33a6d13231f7e25a5d US en Ecologi, the UK's most trusted climate action platform, has acquired Net Zero Now, the sector-specific carbon measurement and reduction platform for businesses. The integration of the two companies will create a single solution for industry climate leadership towards net zero. The acquisition aligns with Ecologi's mission to accelerate business climate action and grow its customer base. "Ecologi's world class climate projects converge with Net Zero Now's sector- specific carbon measurement, reduction and reporting expertise LONDON, Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a landmark move set ...[+5900 chars]" 2025-02-11T08:42:00 Transparency At Heart Of Strata Reforms Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/transparency-at-heart-of-strata-reforms-1405846 https://www.audit.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/images/Homepage-Premier%20and%20Cabinet%202022-2000x2000.png US en The new disclosure requirements mandate clear and timely information-sharing by strata managers. The new rules form part of the second tranche of reforms passed through the NSW Parliament to improve the strata industry. There are more than 87,000 strata schemes and more than 1.2 million people living in strata communities in NSW. The reforms give property owners better information and increase accountability for strata managers through improved transparency around their financial relationships and potential conflicts of intere...[+3198 chars] 2025-02-11T08:38:41 Fintech firm invests in Glasgow office growth Peter A Walker https://www.insider.co.uk/news/fintech-firm-invests-glasgow-office-34654000 https://i2-prod.insider.co.uk/news/article34654006.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_Anj-Chadha-CEO-and-founder-ESG360-2.jpg GB en ESG360° is planning to grow its Glasgow office after securing a £1m grant from Scottish Enterprise. The company provides businesses with the tools and insights needed to navigate the complexities of environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance. It established an office in Glasgow last year and is now set to create more than 30 jobs over the next three years. "Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Sign up to The Climate Agenda - the one-stop shop for green businesses and those fighting clim...[+2071 chars]" 2025-02-11T08:28:20 Romanian Sustainability Forum to discuss transition to low-carbon economy Cătălin Lupășteanu https://www.stiripesurse.ro/romanian-sustainability-forum-to-discuss-transition-to-low-carbon-economy_3578363.html https://media.stiripesurse.ro/image/202308/w800/media-169349079346090300.png RO en Romanian Sustainability Forum is taking place today. It will discuss the role of public policies and regulations in accelerating the transition to a low-CO2 economy. The event will also discuss sustainability in the public sector and the contribution of state bodies to the green transition. "Public officials and representatives of the capital market, guarantee funds and companies participate today in a new edition of the Romanian Sustainability Forum event. According to the organisers, Fi...[+962 chars]" 2025-02-11T07:50:47 Driving global change: 2025 conference on tax policies and ESG investments Erika Mioten https://www.bworldonline.com/spotlight/2025/02/11/652532/driving-global-change-2025-conference-on-tax-policies-and-esg-investments https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Feature-Article-Driving-Global-Change_-2025-Conference-on-Tax-Policies-and-ESG-Investments-1-OL.jpg PH en The 2025 International Tax and Investment Conference will be held on March 26, 2025, at the Manila Marriott Hotel. The theme is 'FAST FORWARD 2025: Promoting ESG Investing in the Philippines' It will focus on the intersection of tax policies, investment opportunities, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks. As the global economy shifts toward sustainability, the 2025 International Tax and Investment Conference is set to address the intersection of tax policies, investment opportunities, and environmental...[+2099 chars] 2025-02-11T07:41:46 BP executive promises ‘reset' after profits fell in 2024 UPI https://www.breitbart.com/news/bp-executive-promises-reset-after-profits-fell-in-2024 https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/02/wi/upi/bp-executive-promises-reset-profits-fell-2024-upi.jpg US en "BP's profits fell from $14 billion in 2023 to $8.9 billion last year. Activist investor Elliott Investment Management called for a leadership change. CEO Murray Auchincloss promised a ""reset"" for the company, including dialing back climate commitments." Feb. 11 (UPI) — BP Chief Executive Murray Auchincloss promised a 'reset' for the company, including dialing back climate commitments, on Tuesday after a dip in annual profits and a threat from an infl...[+1296 chars] 2025-02-11T07:22:06 Australia's Macquarie joins major US banks in exiting global climate coalition Adwitiya Srivastava https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/australias-macquarie-joins-major-us-banks-exiting-global-climate-coalition-2025-02-11 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/6UA3775JWZIQLOXUSV4NHQZGNA.jpg?auth=b4c15530048497b4f7db6188b6d2686ea8829d9c1152263ee9632b874e91d8c1&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Macquarie Group is leaving the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a group of global banks aiming to align their operations with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. It follows six major U.S. banks - Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan and JPMorgan Chase - which left the alliance over the last few months. Feb 11 (Reuters) - Australia's Macquarie Group (MQG.AX), opens new tab said on Tuesday it would leave a global banking sector climate coalition, joining a host of North American banks that have quit t...[+1868 chars] 2025-02-11T07:11:17 Equinor ASA: Share buy-back - first tranche for 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/11/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/equinor-asa-share-buy-back-first-tranche-for-2025/2053488 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/11/537254.jpg PH en The first tranche of the 2025 share buy-back programme for Equinor ASA was announced on 5 February 2025. The duration of the tranche is 6 February to no later than 2 April 2025. Between 6 February and 7 February 2025, 1,200,000 own shares were purchased at an average price of NOK 266.0754 per share. Following the completion of the transactions, the company owns 69,743,662 own shares, corresponding to 2.50% of the share capital. "Please see below information about transactions made under the first tranche of the 2025 share buy-back programme for Equinor ASA (OSE:EQNR, NYSE:EQNR, CEUX:EQNRO, TQEX:EQNRO). Date on which the tranc...[+1436 chars]" 2025-02-11T07:02:51 EH Group Achieves ISO 9001 Certification Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/eh-group-achieves-iso-9001-certification/article_8b8e9720-e655-5da3-9c7e-06684e6d8aa0.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/76/17648681-637b-529a-9ede-7e6269a2cffc/67aaf6f0bcade.image.jpg?crop=1037%2C544%2C0%2C19&resize=1037%2C544&order=crop%2Cresize US en EH Group has secured ISO 9001 granted by leading global certification body SQS. The implementation of this standard highlights the group's focus on quality and continuous improvement, according to EH Group. in the company's website. in ehgroup.com. "NYON, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 11, 2025-- EH Group is proud to announce that we have secured ISO 9001 granted by leading global certification body SQS. Their rigorous audit process confirmed ...[+205 chars]" 2025-02-11T07:02:00 DEI has fallen out of favor—but many CEOs still have their pay tied to pursuing its goals Sheryl Estrada https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/dei-has-fallen-out-of-favor-but-many-ceos-still-have-their-pay-tied-to-pursuing-its-goals/ar-AA1yNqeb US en In 2021, McDonald's announced a plan to tie 15% of executives' annual incentive bonuses to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals. On January 6, the leadership team announced the company is retiring some of its DEI initiatives, such as 'aspirational representation goals' and supplier diversity targets. On February 5, Google said it was purging diversity hiring targets. Back in 2021, fast-food giant McDonald's announced a plan to tie 15% of executives' annual incentive bonuses to meeting DEI—diversity, equity, and inclusion—goals, such as increasing the percentage of...[+10928 chars] 2025-02-11T07:00:23 TCB Insights: The Keys to a Winning Executive Search Tcb Staff https://tcbmag.com/tcb-insights-the-keys-to-a-winning-executive-search https://d5c1j5k5drfk7.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/executive-search-conceptual-image-Shutterstock.jpg US en Grey Search + Strategy has seen significant shifts in executive recruiting in the last two decades. There is a heightened focus on company culture and diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives. Terri Naughtin, CEO of Naught in Group Executive Search, explains the key indicators of leadership success. "Photo by Shutterstock Alissa Henrikson, Co-Founder and Co-President, Grey Search + Strategy Trends Transforming How Companies Recruit Top Leaders With over two decades of industry experience, Grey Sea...[+3567 chars]" 2025-02-11T05:41:07 DMEGC Solar Earns CDP's Industry-Leading Scoring for Water Security and Climate Change Pv Magazine https://www.pv-magazine.com/press-releases/dmegc-solar-earns-cdps-industry-leading-scoring-for-water-security-and-climate-change https://www.pv-magazine.com/wp-content/themes/pvmagazine/_/img/pv-magazine-logo.png US en DMEGC Solar has been recognized for its outstanding environmental performance by the global investor rating CDP. The company earned an A- scoring in water security, a significant improvement from last year's B grade, and maintained its B scoring in climate change. CDP's annual environmental disclosure and scoring process is widely regarded as the gold standard for corporate environmental transparency. DMEGC Solar has been recognized for its outstanding environmental performance by the global investor rating CDP. The company earned an A- scoring in water security, a significant improvement from last...[+2245 chars] 2025-02-11T05:26:35 Malaysian firms urged to adapt to EU laws to stay competitive Faiqah Kamaruddin https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/02/1173450/malaysian-firms-urged-adapt-eu-laws-stay-competitive https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/Jan29BT6KL_1739251584.jpg MY en Malaysian companies that proactively align with European Union regulations can tap into new opportunities and strengthen their position as preferred partners for European businesses. The first step to becoming a preferred supplier of products to markets is to become fully aware of the applicable requirements. The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), and the Forced Labour Regulation mark a new era of trade governance. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian companies that proactively align with European Union (EU) regulations can tap into new opportunities and strengthen their position as preferred partners for European businesses...[+2310 chars] 2025-02-11T05:14:22 Three state-run banks may put government stake on sale via QIPs in FY26 Rhik Kundu https://www.livemint.com/industry/banking/psb-stake-sale-qip-sebi-minimum-public-shareholding-norm-divestment-uco-bank-indian-overseas-bank-punjab-sind-bank-11739243706797.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/11/1600x900/2-0-1409914649-UCO-Bank01-20140814-PG-0_1679754089995_1739250229658.JPG IN en UCO Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, and Indian Overseas Bank are expected to raise capital through qualified institutional placements (QIPs) in 2025-26. The Securities and Exchange Board of India mandated a 25% minimum public shareholding (MPS) for all listed companies in August 2024. As of 31 December 2024, seven of the 12 PSBs had met the MPS requirement. Bank of Maharashtra and Central Bank of India haven't taken steps to reduce the government's stake below 75%. NEW DELHI: Three of the five state-run banks, which have yet to bring the government ownership below 75% and meet the market regulator's 25% minimum public shareholding norm, are expected to raise cap...[+4411 chars] 2025-02-11T05:14:05 Singapore outlines new emissions targets for 2035 Sing Yee https://sg.news.yahoo.com/singapore-says-deeper-emissions-cuts-will-need-new-technology-051405757.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Mlipe.d2j5GaZ4PJ1bPSXg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2021-03/09bfe170-7faa-11eb-bdf1-5e897afd1d02 US en Singapore wants to lower its greenhouse gas emissions to 45 million to 50 million tons by 2035 under the Paris Agreement. However, progress will depend on development of new technologies and international cooperation. The UN has urged nations to devise more ambitious plans to reduce emissions by the mid-2030s. "By Sing Yee Ong and Sheryl Tian Tong Lee (Bloomberg) — Singapore aims to extend cuts to greenhouse gas emissions through 2035, though warned progress will depend on successful development of new techn...[+1905 chars]" 2025-02-11T05:13:37 Singapore says deeper emissions cuts will need new technology Bloomberg https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/business/2025/02/11/singapore-says-deeper-emissions-cuts-will-need-new-technology https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/a4c1279d-singapore-merlion-afp-pic-231224.webp MY en Singapore's total emissions rose in 2023 to 74.3 million tonnes. New strategy submitted to the UN under the Paris Agreement aims to lower them to 45 million to 50 million tonnes by 2035. However, progress depends on development of new technologies and international cooperation. "Singapore's total emissions rose in 2023 to 74.3 million tonnes. (AFP pic) SINGAPORE: Singapore aims to extend cuts to greenhouse gas emissions through 2035, though warned progress will depend on succ...[+1868 chars]" 2025-02-11T04:54:53 Thailand to start long-term equity fund to help flagging market Reuters https://www.reuters.com/markets/asia/thailand-set-up-long-term-equity-fund-support-flagging-market-2025-02-11 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/FQ77663BCBJ5TKDY7XGNYEM7RU.jpg?auth=6da6542db5f404d7a3c1ffd0f92e7f4285676695d2f96048c7e6834b955b482a&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Thailand's government plans to set up a long-term equity fund to support the Thai stock market. The bourse has been the worst performing market in Asia so far this year. The fund could be set up in an existing environmental social governance fund. Investors will receive similar tax breaks for five years. BANGKOK, Feb 11 (Reuters) - Thailand's government plans to set up a long-term equity fund to support the Thai stock market (.SET), opens new tab, the finance minister said on Tuesday, as the bourse ha...[+828 chars] 2025-02-11T04:54:42 Thailand to set up long-term equity fund to support flagging market Reuters https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/thailand-to-set-up-long-term-equity-fund-to-support-flagging-market/ar-AA1yN2nO US en Thailand's government plans to set up a long-term equity fund to support the Thai stock market. The bourse has been the worst performing market in Asia so far this year. The main stock index rose on Tuesday but has dropped about 9% since the start of the year. BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand's government plans to set up a long-term equity fund to support the Thai stock market, the finance minister said on Tuesday, as the bourse has been the worst performing ma...[+919 chars] 2025-02-11T04:54:22 NZ Party Proposes $500,000 Fine for Banks Withdrawing Services Over ESG Targets Rex Widerstrom https://www.theepochtimes.com/world/nz-party-proposes-500000-fine-for-banks-withdrawing-services-over-esg-targets-5807721 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/02/11/id5807810-GettyImages-1266773339.jpg US en Banks which refuse to provide services to customers based on environmental or social concerns would be fined up to $500,000. New Zealand First MP Andy Foster wants to introduce a private member's bill that would prevent banks from withdrawing services due to 'woke' reasons such as trying to reduce their exposure to polluting industries. The government is keen to see growth in the mining, oil and gas sectors. Banks which refused to provide services to customers based on environmental or social concerns would face fines of up to $500,000 (US$282,000) under a proposal from one of the three parties in New Zea...[+4869 chars] 2025-02-11T04:36:12 Facilitating FDI companies for listing: SSC VNA https://vir.com.vn/facilitating-fdi-companies-for-listing-ssc-122645.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/022025/11/11/croped/facilitating-fdi-companies-for-listing-ssc-20250211113345.jpg?randTime=1739255109 VN en The State Securities Commission of Vietnam is exploring solutions to support foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises seeking to go public. The Securities Law of 2019 has been in effect since January 1, 2021. CP Vietnam, Phu My Hung and AEON Vietnam have expressed interest in listing their stocks on the stock exchange. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC RSM Vietnam D.lion Dentons LuatViet Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking P...[+2497 chars] 2025-02-11T04:14:24 R4.5 billion in unclaimed dividends—how to check if you're owed Garrin Lambley https://www.sapeople.com/news/r4-5-billion-in-unclaimed-dividends-how-to-check-if-youre-owed https://s43365.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/jse.jpg.webp GB en The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has introduced a website where South Africans can check for unclaimed dividends. The Claim It initiative is a collaborative effort between the JSE and 19 of the largest companies listed on JSE. It will endeavour to reunite nearly 375 000 former employees, shareholders or beneficiaries of deceased estates with their unclaimed funds. Bafana bafana legend Lucas Radebe is an ambassador of the campaign. "The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has introduced a website where South Africans can check for unclaimed dividends. The stock exchange has launched its new 'Claim It' campaign, urging South African...[+3097 chars]" 2025-02-11T04:00:50 The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) Stock Holdings Lowered by Harbour Trust & Investment Management Co Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/11/the-procter-gamble-company-nysepg-stock-holdings-lowered-by-harbour-trust-investment-management-co.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/procter--gamble-logo-1200x675.gif&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Harbour Trust & Investment Management Co trimmed its holdings in shares of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) by 2.2% in the fourth quarter. The institutional investor owned 13,696 shares of the company's stock after selling 307 shares during the period. Several other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of PG. PG has a 52 week high of $180.43 and a 52-week low of $183.52. Harbour Trust & Investment Management Co trimmed its holdings in shares of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG ) by 2.2% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the ...[+5608 chars] 2025-02-11T03:31:00 Volvo is fully charged for the future with EV lineup Inigo Roces https://mb.com.ph/2025/2/11/volvo-is-fully-charged-for-the-future-with-ev-lineup https://images.mb.com.ph/production/021125_Volvo_EV_1_dad198dc2f.jpg PH en Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. is the official distributor of Volvo cars in the Philippines. Volvo offers three fully electrified models in the country: EX30, EC40 and EX40. The EX30 is a testament to Volvo's enduring commitment to quality, safety, and environmental care. EC40 is based on Volvo's award-winning XC40 and features a new electric powertrain for an entirely new driving experience. Volvo believes that our future is electric and is committed to leading an electrified automotive industry, producing electrified power options for the entire vehicle lineup it offers. The company aims...[+1897 chars] 2025-02-11T03:00:26 Zim accountants to benefit from ESG training initiative Blessed Ndlovu https://www.newsday.co.zw/business/article/200038139/zim-accountants-to-benefit-from-esg-training-initiative https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2025/02/csan2O6rYEVnclbiju4KbXvAyLGHpI3ftxY4g4Gg.gif ZW en Icaz has partnered Bright Africa Consultancy Training to offer a three-month course on environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Zimbabwe is committed to supporting organisations as they transition towards integrated ESG reporting aligned with global standards. "Icaz education manager Hope Mhindu THE Institute of Chartered Accountants of Zimbabwe (Icaz) has partnered Bright Africa Consultancy Training to offer a three-month course on environmental, social and...[+3250 chars]" 2025-02-11T02:30:00 ‘Targets have been missed again' – regulator warned ESB over power outages before Storm Éowyn chaos Caroline O'Doherty https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/targets-have-been-missed-again-regulator-warned-esb-over-power-outages-before-storm-eowyn-chaos/a1414341483.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/svtwvhD9G7ph_q-jyrwzuOzvjRw=/0x4:400x270/400x0/prod-mh-ireland/d87d0b15-1a86-4e82-8f89-0c5e6dc1b09f/aaa1b74c-91f2-49be-bb64-62455658ec75/d87d0b15-1a86-4e82-8f89-0c5e6dc1b09f.jpg IE en Sinn Féin will table a motion in the Dáil today to demand the State-owned company make a goodwill payment to affected customers. It also wants a suspension of the standing charges and levies that are automatically billed to customers even when no electricity is used. Thousands of homes and businesses endured their second week without power as a result of the storm. "Sinn Féin will table a motion in the Dáil today to demand the State-owned company be required to make a goodwill payment to affected customers. It also wants a suspension of the standing charges and l...[+2645 chars]" 2025-02-11T02:29:07 McDonald's says it's committed to DEI — but is vague on specifics https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/10/mcdonalds-says-its-committed-to-dei-but-is-vague-on-specifics https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/McDonalds-says-its-committed-to-DEI-—-but-is-vague.jpg US en McDonald's has an 'unwavering commitment to inclusion' despite recent changes to its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy. In Jan. 2025, McDonald's announced it would no longer set specific diversity goals for its suppliers nor participate in diversity surveys. During the company's Feb 10. earnings call, McDonald's doubled down, telling investors it has an 'unwavering commitment to inclusion.' However, the company did not provide specific details on what tha...[+1474 chars] 2025-02-11T02:15:00 Why the new boss could be worse than the old boss ... by being the same as the old boss Thomas L. Knapp Opinion https://www.frontiersman.com/opinions/why-the-new-boss-could-be-worse-than-the-old-boss-by-being-the-same/article_0f4b240c-e81e-11ef-a2f8-af2e41d08668.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/frontiersman.com/content/tncms/custom/image/c7641e52-b05b-11e7-a9c5-6b3f8d722bb9.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Elon Musk, owner of X, formerly Twitter, revealed on February 3 that the Department of Government Efficiency's actions will be posted online for maximum transparency. He also said that if in doubt, leakers will be out, as promised by Donald Trump in November. Last November, when DOGE remained a gleam in president-elect Donald Trump's eye, its leader apparent promised, via a post to his favorite (because he owns it) social media platform, that '[a]ll action...[+303 chars] 2025-02-11T02:00:25 Embrace EU laws to remain competitive, M'sian firms told Fmt Reporters https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2025/02/11/embrace-eu-laws-to-remain-competitive-msian-firms-told https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2a50ee5d-orang-asli-nenggiri-bernama-120824.webp MY en Harald Sippel is the executive director of environmental, social and governance consultancy firm ESG Malaysia. He said Malaysian companies are not legally bound by EU laws such as the EU Deforestation Regulation or Forced Labour Regulation. However, he said the legislation imposed on their European counterparts would indirectly compel them to comply with them. He suggested three strategies for Malaysian companies looking to meet the expectations of European counterparts. "Consultancy company director Harald Sippel said Malaysian firms should deal with local stakeholders like the indigenous people when meeting challenges in complying with EU rules. (Bernama pic) PETALIN...[+2443 chars]" 2025-02-11T01:46:24 Google, Accenture, Amazon Join Growing List of US Companies Scrapping DEI Efforts and Goals Teddy Cambosa https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/google-accenture-amazon-join-growing-list-of-us-companies-scrapping-dei-bfbec213f2f497625cc110259dd92b21bdaa0978 https://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/1735445/dei-axing.png?w=1600&h=900&q=88&f=e075896528e573dc6a3c221103b44c3a FR en Google, Amazon and Accenture are rolling back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Google has removed internal hiring targets aimed at increasing representation from historically underrepresented groups. The tech giant's decision follows recent court rulings and executive orders that restricted race-conscious hiring policies and DEI initiatives among federal contractors. A growing number of major corporations are retreating from their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, following legal challenges and political shifts in the United States. Among them ar...[+1490 chars] 2025-02-11T00:05:04 RBZ commends banking sector's progress in sustainable finance The Chronicle https://www.chronicle.co.zw/rbz-commends-banking-sectors-progress-in-sustainable-finance https://www.chronicle.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/02/asxdgf.jpg KZ en The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has lauded the financial sector for adopting sustainable banking practices. The survey revealed that 56 per cent of banking institutions have successfully incorporated sustainability into their business models. 15 out of 19 banking institutions, two development finance institutions and one deposit-taking microfinance institution were undergoing the Sustainability Standards Certification Initiative (SSCI) programme. "Nokuthaba Brita Ncube, The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has lauded the financial sector for making significant strides in adopting sustainable banking practices amid increasing climate-related risks...[+2704 chars]" 2025-02-11T00:01:17 The changing face of ESG: Why sustainable investing will survive Trump's second term Steven Strange https://www.businessgreen.com/opinion/4409721/changing-esg-sustainable-investing-survive-trumps-term https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/69320ee/2ab65750-97a0-46f4-8049-121c94f5353b/2/Steven-Strange-370x229.jpg GB en The debate around the term 'ESG' has once again been dominant in the media following President Trump's announcement that he will withdraw the US from the Paris Agreement. Trump has made his feelings clear about the issue and has made it clear that he feels strongly about it. The debate around the term 'ESG' has once again been a dominant topic in the media following President Trump's announcement that he will withdraw the US from the Paris Agreement. Trump has made his fe...[+9 chars] 2025-02-11T00:01:00 Ad giant WPP reported to global watchdog for promotion of polluting clients Rebecca Speare-Cole https://uk.news.yahoo.com/ad-giant-wpp-reported-global-000100597.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/_4z3OsjoVdO.y7DldQhlsw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/pa_viral_news_uk_120/372d1c335f30e05448760dfa746aac0f US en Advertising giant WPP has been reported to an international corporate watchdog over its work for polluting clients including fossil fuel companies. The complaint to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) by the New Weather Institute and Adfree Cities says the firm is in breach of its international guidelines on corporate responsibility. WPP's work for clients including Shell, BP, British Airways, HSBC, Ford and Coca Cola 'directly increases demand for carbon-intensive products and undermines global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions'. "Campaigners have reported advertising giant WPP to an international corporate watchdog over its work for polluting clients including fossil fuel companies. The complaint to the Organisation for Econom...[+3849 chars]" 2025-02-11T00:01:00 NGOs slam Arla for ‘greenwashing' its reputation as ‘climate leader' Kevin White https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/ngos-slam-arla-for-greenwashing-its-reputation-as-climate-leader/700888.article https://dmrqkbkq8el9i.cloudfront.net/Pictures/1024x536/0/1/0/349010_item1arlatawvalleycreameryandtanker_662749.jpg GB en Arla Foods has been accused of 'greenwashing its way to climate leadership' in a scathing new report by NGOs the Changing Markets Foundation and Greenpeace Nordic. The dairy giant had pledged to reach net zero emissions by 2050, but it met just one out of nine relevant recommendations. The report claims Arla's actions did not match its claims to be a 'leader' on the issue. "Arla Foods has been accused of 'greenwashing its way to climate leadership' in a scathing new report by NGOs the Changing Markets Foundation and Greenpeace Nordic. While the dairy giant had pledged to...[+5360 chars]" 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Fall in proportion of women on leadership teams Brian O'Donovan https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2025/0211/1495916-women-leadership https://img.rasset.ie/0021e0cc-1600.jpg IE en There are no female CEOs on leadership teams of ISEQ 20 companies. There are two female chairs and four female CFOs. The representation of women on the boards of Irish companies listed in the ISQ 20 reached 40% for the first time in 2024. The Women on Boards EU Directive will introduce new rules requiring 40% of board members to be women by 2026. "The proportion of women on the leadership teams of ISEQ 20 companies has fallen slightly from 27% to 24% according to new research. The latest report of the Balance for Better Business (B4BB) Review G...[+2730 chars]" 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Talisker Finalizes Contractor and Equipment Mobilization and Pre-operation Activities at the Bralorne Gold Project Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Talisker_Finalizes_Contractor_and_Equipment_Mobilization_and_i https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Talisker Resources Ltd. (TSX: TSK) is a resource company based in Toronto, Canada. Talisker's shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSK). The company has a significant interest in the Malnourish Project. TORONTO, Feb. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Talisker Resources Ltd. ('Talisker' or the 'Company') (TSX: TSK, 2025-02-11T00:00:00 S.E.C. Moves to Kill Climate Disclosure Rule New York Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/SEC_Moves_to_Kill_Climate_Disclosure_Rule https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Mark Uyeda, the acting chair of the SEC, wants the SEC to pause its legal defense of a rule requiring companies to make climate disclosures. Uyada also wants the Securities and Exchange Commission to stop defending the rule in court.   The acting chair, Mark Uyeda, is directing the Securities and Exchange Commission to pause its legal defense of a rule requiring companies to make climate disclosures. 2025-02-11T00:00:00 How Great Leaders Bring Core Values To Life Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/How_Great_Leaders_Bring_Core_Values_To_Life https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en True company values should drive decisions and shape culture, and define success for true business success. . - for more information visit: http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-set-up-your-company-values-for-business-success. Company values should do more than hang on a plaque on the wall. True company values should drive decisions, shape culture, and define success. 2025-02-11T00:00:00 'World leading' climate disclosure rules likely to be weakened RNZ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/World_leading_climate_disclosure_rules_likely_to_be_weakened https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The government is considering halving the number of companies required to report their greenhouse gas emissions. The government spent $150,000-odd on the report, but there is a lot of work that goes on underneath that, so the report is just the tip of the iceberg. "The government is considering halving the number of companies required to report their greenhouse gas emissions. Just a year after the country's ""world leading"" climate disclosure rules came into forc...[+299 chars]" 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Deloitte asks consultants to US government to remove gender pronouns from emails The Irish Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Deloitte_asks_consultants_to_US_government_to_remove_gender_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Deloitte US has asked employees working on government contracts to remove gender pronouns from their email signatures and ditched its diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) programmes. It's the latest sign of companies shifting their policies after the election of Donald Trump. Deloitte US has asked employees working on government contracts to remove gender pronouns from their email signatures and ditched its wider diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) programmes, in the l...[+192 chars] 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Auditor-General links Eskom's governance inefficiencies linked to rising energy costs Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/AuditorGeneral_links_Eskom_s_governance_inefficiencies_linke https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Inefficiencies in Eskom's governance have been adding to the primary energy cost and the tariff to the consumer, according to the Office of the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) on Tuesday. It is because of fruitless and wasteful expenditure, criminal conduct and a lack of consequence management. Inefficiencies in Eskom's governance - particularly with fruitless and wasteful expenditure, criminal conduct and lack of consequence management - has been adding to the primary energy cost and conseq...[+376 chars] 2025-02-11T00:00:00 BP heads back to oil and gas: Boss pledges fundamental reset as profits hit four-year ... The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/BP_heads_back_to_oil_and_gas_Boss_pledges_fundamental_reset_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en BP's profits fell by more than a third last year. Investors are hoping BP will go back to oil and gas when it reveals the plans in a fortnight. BP's chief executive has vowed to 'fundamentally reset' the group's strategy after the fall in profits. The chief executive of BP has vowed to 'fundamentally reset' the group's strategy after its profits fell by more than a third last year. Investors who have called for an end to the energy giant's gree...[+103 chars] 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Minority unitholders to decide on Cuscaden Peak's Paragon Reit buyout offer Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Minority_unitholders_to_decide_on_Cuscaden_Peak_s_Paragon_Re https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Cuscaden and its subsidiaries, which hold 61.5% share, will abstain from voting in the upcoming vote.  Cuscadens hold 61% of the share in the company, which will not vote in the vote, however. Cuscaden and its subsidiaries, which hold 61.5% share, will abstain from voting. 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Unleashing the crucial role of corporate culture in fostering good governance practices FT Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Unleashing_the_crucial_role_of_corporate_culture_in_fosterin https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Corporate governance and corporate culture are key elements that influence how a company operates and is perceived by others. Corporate governance refers to the rules that help manage a company, whereas, corporate culture is the shared aspect of a company's culture. Dr. Godwin Gaduga is a corporate consultant. By Dr. Godwin Gaduga Corporate governance and corporate culture are two key elements that influence how a company operates and is perceived by others. Corporate governance refers to the rules that hel...[+110 chars] 2025-02-11T00:00:00 SEC backs away from climate disclosure rule The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/SEC_backs_away_from_climate_disclosure_rule https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SEC backs away from climate disclosure rule. The rule is deeply flawed and could inflict significant harm on the capital markets and economy, SEC announced Tuesday. The SEC is concerned about the impact on the economy and the stock market. The Big Story is about energy and environment. Click for more from The Hill. {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story SEC backs away from climate disclosure rule The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Tuesda...[+106 chars] 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Singapore Targets Significant Emission Reductions by 2035, Emphasizes Technological Innovation The Arabian Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Singapore_Targets_Significant_Emission_Reductions_by_2035_Em https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Singapore has committed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to between 45 and 50 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2035. This is a notable decrease from the projected 60 million tonnes in 2030. This pledge was submitted to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Arabian Post - Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Singapore has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions to between 45 and 50 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2035, a notable decrease f...[+105 chars] 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Deloitte UK signals splits with US over diversity and inclusion commitments London Evening Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Deloitte_UK_signals_splits_with_US_over_diversity_and_inclus https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The accounting giant's UK arm has reiterated its DEI commitments as its US counterpart rolls back its goals. The company's US counterpart has changed its goals and is no longer committed to DEI goals.   in the US. in UK. The accounting giant's UK arm has reiterated its DEI commitments as its US counterpart rolls back its goals. 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Ontario court lifts voting and standstill restrictions on Simpson Oil at Parkland Moosejaw Today https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/Ontario_court_lifts_voting_and_standstill_restrictions_on_Si https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Simpson Oil Ltd. is no longer bound by the voting and standstill restrictions that were part of a governance agreement between the two. Parkland Corp. says an Ontario Superior Court decision lifted the limitations on Simpson Oil Ltd., which owns a roughly 20 per cent stake. CALGARY — Parkland Corp. says its largest shareholder is no longer bound by the voting and standstill restrictions that were part of a governance agreement between the two. The Calgary-based company s...[+121 chars] 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Goldman Sachs: On Second Thought, We're Out on DEI Too Hot Air https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/11/goldman_sachs_on_second_thought_we_x27re_out_on_dei_too https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Goldman Sachs has ended its formal board diversity policy due to legal developments related to board diversity requirements. It's yet another advance for equality over ""equity"" at a corporate giant. It is good to be back in the culture war, as conservatives used to say." "Say, remember when people kept telling conservatives that the culture war had already been lost? Good times, good times. In yet another advance for equality over ""equity,"" another corporate giant has ...[+237 chars]" 2025-02-11T00:00:00 ACEN scores higher rating for climate action Brix Lelis https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/02/11/2420612/acen-scores-higher-rating-climate-action https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/02/10/6_2025-02-10_19-38-06.jpg PH en Ayala-led ACEN Corp. has obtained a leadership level and an A-rating from environmental non-profit disclosure system CDP for its commitment to climate action and transparency. The latest rating marks an improvement from ACEN's previous B score. It is the second-highest rating given by CDP to companies for their comprehensive disclosures and progress toward sustainability targets. "MANILA, Philippines — Ayala-led ACEN Corp. has obtained a leadership level and an A-rating from environmental non-profit disclosure system CDP for its commitment to climate action and transparency. Th...[+2131 chars]" 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Malaysian firms told to embrace EU laws to remain competitive Juiceapac Web Development Team https://dailyexpress.com.my/news/251880/malaysian-firms-told-to-embrace-eu-laws-to-remain-competitive https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/02/2a50ee5d-orang-asli-nenggiri-bernama-120824.jpg MY en Malaysian companies are not legally bound by EU laws such as the EU Deforestation Regulation or Forced Labour Regulation. However, the legislation imposed on their European counterparts would indirectly compel them to comply with them. Harald Sippel, executive director of environmental, social and governance consultancy firm ESG Malaysia, has suggested three strategies for Malaysian companies looking to meet the expectations of European counterparts. They must get a better understanding of the requirements they need to meet, conduct in-depth audits of their supply chains and engage local stakeholders. "Published on: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 Published on: Tue, Feb 11, 2025 By: FMT Text Size: Malaysian firms have been urged to deal with local stakeholders like the indigenous people when meeting chal...[+2862 chars]" 2025-02-11T00:00:00 Embrace EU laws to remain competitive, Malaysian firms told Juiceapac Web Development Team https://dailyexpress.com.my/news/251877/embrace-eu-laws-to-remain-competitive-malaysian-firms-told https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/02/Indigenous_people.jpg MY en Harald Sippel is the executive director of environmental, social and governance consultancy firm ESG Malaysia. He said Malaysian companies are not legally bound by EU laws such as the EU Deforestation Regulation or Forced Labour Regulation. However, he said the legislation imposed on their European counterparts would indirectly compel them to comply with them. He suggested three strategies for Malaysian companies looking to meet the expectations of European counterparts. "Published on: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 Published on: Tue, Feb 11, 2025 By: FMT Reporters Text Size: Consultancy company director Harald Sippel said Malaysian firms should deal with local stakeholder...[+2908 chars]" 2025-02-10T23:26:17 SEC unveils capital market sensitisation for states Temitope Aina https://punchng.com/sec-unveils-capital-market-sensitisation-for-states https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/12015827/Capital-market.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced plans to sensitise state governments on investment opportunities in the capital market as part of efforts to drive wealth creation and economic growth. The Director-General of SEC, Emomotimi Agama, disclosed this during a meeting with a delegation from the World Bank Group and the International Finance Corporation in Abuja over the weekend. The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced plans to sensitise state governments on investment opportunities in the capital market as part of efforts to drive wealth creation and economic gro...[+1913 chars] 2025-02-10T23:23:53 Is First Solar, Inc. (FSLR) the Best Environmental Stock to Buy? Soma Dutta https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/first-solar-inc-fslr-best-232353271.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/2UiPDi70DDtOggWNzNJezA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/1178c453a155b2a1b49a48a61681af45 US en First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) is one of the best environmental stocks to buy according to Insider Monkey's Hedge Fund Q3 2024 database. Environmental stocks have experienced fluctuating performance in recent years. In 2022, U.S. ESG funds net inflows decreased from $69.2 billion in 2021 to $3.1 billion in 2023. "We recently published a list of . In this article, we are going to take a look at where First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) stands against other best environmental stocks to buy. Environmental stocks have...[+8481 chars]" 2025-02-10T23:13:00 GLOBE Series Closes the Market NEWSFILE https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/globe-series-closes-the-market-1034337474 https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/240341/208 US en Elizabeth Gamble, President of GLOBE Series and Eliza Riego, Managing Director, Product Innovation and ESG Strategy, Toronto Stock Exchange, closed the market to celebrate GLOBExCHANGE 2025, The Future is Regenerative. Hundreds of North America's foremost climate and sustainability leaders will gather on February 11th in Toronto to learn and connect. Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 10, 2025) - Elizabeth Gamble, President, GLOBE Series and her team, joined Eliza Riego, Managing Director, Product Innovation and ESG Strategy, Toronto Sto...[+1113 chars] 2025-02-10T22:17:56 GLOBE Series Closes the Market Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/240341-globe-series-closes-the-market https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-240341.jpg CA en Elizabeth Gamble, President of GLOBE Series and Eliza Riego, Managing Director, Product Innovation and ESG Strategy, Toronto Stock Exchange, will close the market to celebrate GLOBExCHANGE 2025, The Future is Regenerative. Hundreds of North America's foremost climate and sustainability leaders will gather on February 11th in Toronto. "Article content Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – February 10, 2025) – Elizabeth Gamble, President, GLOBE Series and her team, joined Eliza Riego, Managing Director, Product Innovation and ESG Strate...[+309 chars]" 2025-02-10T22:08:28 Selective Insurance Group Inc. (SIGI) reports earnings Quartz Intelligence Newsroom https://qz.com/selective-insurance-group-inc-sigi-reports-earnings-1851759968 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_200,q_80,w_200/4716932d29f4ef6064940c18eaab1f3d.png US en Selective Insurance Group Inc. filed its Form 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. Revenues increased by 15% to $4.861,664,000 from $4,232,106,000 in 2023. The company reported a net income of $207,012,000, down from $365,238,000 the previous year. The loss and loss expense ratio rose to 72.3% from 64.9%. The company's capital resources remain strong, with a debt-to-capital ratio of 14.0% and statutory surplus of $2.9 billion. "Selective Insurance Group Inc. ( SIGI -0.82% ) has filed its Form 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. The filing includes financial statements and disclosures for the year, highli...[+1697 chars]" 2025-02-10T21:42:08 Why Oklahoma is taking an unprecedented step in fighting ESG Todd Russ https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/equality-not-elitism/3315586/why-oklahoma-taking-unprecedented-step-fighting-esg https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AP23010026675259-scaled.webp US en In November, voters rejected the culture of progressivism, discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, and cultural extremism in favor of a new era of pro-business, pro-fiduciary actors in the corporate arena. Oklahoma's state treasurer is placing shareholder proposals on the agendas of several major companies to push for political neutrality in those companies' policies, partnerships and practices. Voters delivered a resounding verdict in November: The culture of dominant progressivism, discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, and cultural extremism is not what they want. The in...[+5770 chars] 2025-02-10T21:28:14 UL Solutions and OpenEngagement Join Forces to Lead Australia Company Compliance with New Climate Laws Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/ul-solutions-and-openengagement-join-forces-to-lead-australia-company-compliance-with-new-climate-laws/article_5a818068-2afe-5456-8cc4-58853d24d08e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/37/73729234-3818-5b1c-8fa7-fe4c48e8bd3f/67aa718291d3b.image.jpg?crop=1895%2C995%2C0%2C49&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en UL Solutions and OpenEngagement announce a relationship to help Australian companies comply with the country's new mandatory climate reporting requirements.UL Solutions is a global leader in applied safety science, and Openengagement is an independent stakeholder engagement and corporate governance advisory firm. "NORTHBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 10, 2025-- UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS), a global leader in applied safety science, and OpenEngagement, an independent stakeholder engagement and corporate governanc...[+161 chars]" 2025-02-10T21:28:00 UL Solutions and OpenEngagement Join Forces to Lead Australia Company Compliance with New Climate Laws Business Wire https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/ul-solutions-openengagement-join-forces-212800386.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/ab7fe32259e17ebdd55c6f27f80a439b US en The relationship will help enterprises in Australia provide required climate-related reporting, including greenhouse gas emissions across the supply chain. It will leverage UL Solutions' expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG) advisory services, data management and software solutions. OpenEngagement will provide strategic guidance and support to customers throughout the reporting process. "The relationship will help enterprises in Australia provide required climate-related reporting, including greenhouse gas emissions across the supply chain NORTHBROOK, Ill., February 10, 2025--(BUSINES...[+4718 chars]" 2025-02-10T21:16:52 Nextech3D.AI Corporation Announces Change of Fiscal Year End Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/nextech3d-ai-corporation-announces-change-of-fiscal-year-end/article_94a9bd4c-c1d5-53cc-bbce-5ed3767e338f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/97/497fa1af-4341-547b-9f2d-615bc0d3ca07/67aa6df218424.image.jpg?crop=920%2C483%2C607%2C0&resize=920%2C483&order=crop%2Cresize US en Nextech3D.AI Corporation is changing its fiscal year-end from December 31 to March 31. The Company expects to file its annual disclosures in late July 2025 for the 15 months ended March 31, 2025, in accordance with National Instrument 51-102 - Continuous Disclosure Obligations. "TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / February 10, 2025 / Nextech3D.AI Corporation (CSE:NTAR)(OTC:NEXCF)(FSE:1SS) (""Nextech"" or the ""Company"") today announces that it is changing its fiscal year-end from De...[+500 chars]" 2025-02-10T21:16:34 Toggle3D.Ai Inc. Announces Change of Fiscal Year End Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/toggle3d-ai-inc-announces-change-of-fiscal-year-end/article_adddff56-3881-583b-81e6-799190e0fb04.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/fa/0fa0da06-8055-5e9f-b6cd-91fe761ecb39/67aa6df04b74e.image.jpg?crop=1430%2C751%2C0%2C349&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Toggle Inc. is changing its fiscal year-end from January 31 to March 31 to better align the Company's financial statement and continuous disclosure requirements with those of its affiliates. The Company expects to file its annual disclosures in late July 2025 for the 14 months ended March 31, 2025, including audited financial statements. "TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / February 10, 2025 / Toggle3D.Ai Inc. (CSE:TGGL)(OTC:TGGLF)(FSE:Q0C) (""Toggle"" or the ""Company"") today announces that it is changing its fiscal year-end from January 31 ...[+490 chars]" 2025-02-10T21:10:35 Only 5% of countries deliver climate plans for meeting targets under the Paris Agreement https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/energy/only-5-countries-deliver-climate-plans-meeting-targets-under-paris-agreement https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2024-04/Coal%20power%20plant.jpg?h=55a09b0a&itok=JG0W4h2O US en Only 10 of 200 countries that are required to submit new climate plans under the Paris Agreement met the Feb. 10 deadline. The nonbinding multinational agreement commits signing nations to limit greenhouse gas emissions to 1.5 degrees celsius of warming above pre-industrial levels by 2035. President Donald Trump withdrew the U.S. from the agreement. "Only 10 of 200 countries that are required to submit new climate plans under the Paris Agreement met the Feb. 10 deadline. Under the international climate agreement, according to AFP , each country is...[+510 chars]" 2025-02-10T20:46:59 Nextech3D.AI Corp. Announces Closing of Share Issuance to CEO Evan Gappelberg Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/nextech3d-ai-corp-announces-closing-of-share-issuance-to-ceo-evan-gappelberg/article_1457798d-4851-58a0-82d3-f4f5c039bce9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/d4/9d4afae1-e810-5e67-a062-d7e61227df7b/67aa6ab0e0e96.image.jpg?crop=920%2C483%2C607%2C0&resize=920%2C483&order=crop%2Cresize US en Nextech3D.AI has issued 21,046,338 common shares to its Chief Executive Officer, Evan Gappelberg, in consideration of outstanding indebtedness owing. The shares were issued at a deemed price of Cdn$0.065 per share and are subject to a four-month holding period until June 7, 2025. TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / February 10, 2025 / Nextech3D.AI (OTCQX:NEXCF)(CSE:NTAR)(FSE:EP2), is pleased to announce the successful closing of the issuance of 21,046,338 common shares to its Chie...[+678 chars] 2025-02-10T20:42:07 "'…Investors in 'green"" or ""sustainable"" funds that back companies working to solve climate change could have lost out on nearly £22 billion', by Doug Sheridan" Stephen Heins https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/investors-in-green-or-sustainable https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4b5d6da4-594d-4f42-91d3-94515e0c2d59_1308x736.jpeg US en Investors in 'green' or'sustainable' funds that back companies working to solve climate change could have lost nearly £22 billion in the past five years. Big investors pull money from climate-focused funds in anger at bad performance and in expectation that socially responsible investing will be out of fashion under President Trump. "The UK Sunday Times writes, investors in 'green"" or ""sustainable"" funds that back companies working to solve climate change could have lost out on nearly £22 billion in the past five years. That's the...[+2368 chars]" 2025-02-10T20:41:45 ANSON FRERICKS: Let's All Lift A Glass And Wish For This Famous Beer Company To Become American Again Anson Frericks https://dailycaller.com/2025/02/10/opinion-bud-light-american-anson-frericks https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/GettyImages-1005698468-scaled-e1607705001302.jpg US en Anheuser-Busch's CEO wants to market its beer as 'American made' rather than 'domestic'. In 2008, Anheuser Busch produced over 100 million barrels of beer in the US and employed over 21,000 people. Today, it produces 60 million barrels and has shed thousands of jobs. Inbev imported executives from Belgium and Brazil to run sales and marketing in US. Marketing execs canceled partnerships with country music festivals and the Ultimate Fighting Championship and replaced them with techno concerts more common in Europe. In 2018, the most popular beer in America, Bud Light, entered into a disastrous social media partnership with the transgender activist Dylan Mulvaney. The company Anheuser-Busch's CEO wants to market its beer as 'American made,' rather than 'domestic'—the term that typically differentiates U.S. beer from 'imports.' However, Anheuser-Busch isn't really an Americ...[+5381 chars] 2025-02-10T19:47:16 Goldman Sachs Trims Stake in Tullow Oil as Holdings Shift in February 2025 Roger A. Agana https://newsghana.com.gh/goldman-sachs-trims-stake-in-tullow-oil-as-holdings-shift-in-february-2025 https://newsghana.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/maxresdefault-53.jpg GH en The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. reported a minor adjustment to its holdings in UK-based Tullow Oil PLC, crossing a regulatory threshold on February 5, 2025, and notifying the issuer two days later. The total voting rights in the energy company dipped slightly to 3.053146%, down from 3.085709%. The shift stemmed from changes in financial instruments linked to securities lending arrangements. "Goldman Sachs The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. reported a minor adjustment to its holdings in UK-based Tullow Oil PLC, crossing a regulatory threshold on February 5, 2025, and notifying the issuer two da...[+1533 chars]" 2025-02-10T19:27:48 'World leading' climate disclosure rules likely to be weakened Eloise Gibson https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/environment/541499/world-leading-climate-disclosure-rules-likely-to-be-weakened https://media.rnztools.nz/rnz/image/upload/s--UdPT8Fjj--/t_tohu-badge-facebook/v1644127046/4N8NVL3_copyright_image_202419?_a=BACCd2AD NZ en The government is considering halving the number of companies required to report their greenhouse gas emissions. New Zealand was the first country in the world to introduce a law require big companies to reveal how much risk climate change poses to their bottom lines. Minter Ellison Rudd Watts financial services partner Lloyd Kavanagh says other countries will soon have stricter rules. "Banks and financial analysts have started using new climate disclosure rules to understand the financial risks posed by climate change. Photo: 123RF The government is considering halving the number of...[+6080 chars]" 2025-02-10T19:25:11 Lisbon, Portugal to Host the European Compliance & Ethics Conference Redazione Adnkronos https://www.adnkronos.com/immediapress/pr-newswire/lisbon-portugal-to-host-the-european-compliance-e-ethics-conference_5NtuCT4pFNWKRCghLSNWbq https://www.adnkronos.com/assets/themes/desktop/images/adnkronos-share.jpg IT en More than 250 compliance professionals are expected at the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics' (SCCE) 13 th Annual European Compliance & Ethics Institute (ECEI) in Lisbon, Portugal. The 2025 compliance education and networking event will be held at the Marriott Lisbon, 10–12 March. MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 250 compliance professionals are expected at the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics® (SCCE®) 13 th Annual European Compliance & Ethics Inst...[+1431 chars] 2025-02-10T19:24:00 Lisbon, Portugal to Host the European Compliance & Ethics Conference Society https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/broadcast_feed_announcement/lisbon-portugal-to-host-the-european-compliance-ethics-conference/article_bbe7b8f6-da0b-597b-ac30-71bef50a76d3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/9b/19bea1aa-d377-58f0-aa6a-55997dc3e55c/67aa576e2aabf.image.jpg?crop=1697%2C891%2C313%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en More than 250 compliance professionals are expected at the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics' 13 th Annual European Compliance & Ethics Institute in Lisbon, Portugal. The 2025 compliance education and networking event will be held at the Marriott Lisbon, 10–12 March. The full agenda is available at corporatecompliance.org/2025ECEI. MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 250 compliance professionals are expected at the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics® (SCCE®) 13 th Annual European Compliance & Ethics Inst...[+200 chars] 2025-02-10T19:22:30 Most nations miss deadline for new climate targets Hong Kong Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/10/Most_nations_miss_deadline_for_new_climate_targets https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/10/[] US en Just 10 of nearly 200 countries missed a UN deadline to submit new targets for slashing carbon emissions, including major economies under pressure to show leadership following the US retreat on climate change.   in a UN statement. in response to a deadline for submitting new targets. Nearly all nations missed a UN deadline yesterday to submit new targets for slashing carbon emissions, including major economies under pressure to show leadership following the US retreat on climate c...[+136 chars] 2025-02-10T18:53:38 In the wake of Edison International's (NYSE:EIX) latest US$910m market cap drop, institutional owners may be forced to take severe actions Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/wake-edison-internationals-nyse-eix-185338260.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/88fedce06307b8d0a5a6b7fe29a1be66 US en Institutional investors own more than half of Edison International (NYSE:EIX). The Vanguard Group, Inc. owns 12% of the company. The second and third largest shareholders hold about 9.9% and 8.4%. The top 9 shareholders own 50%. The company's share price fell by 4.5% last week. "Significantly high institutional ownership implies Edison International's stock price is sensitive to their trading actions The top 9 shareholders own 50% of the company Insiders have been selling lat...[+5340 chars]" 2025-02-10T18:35:12 What will it take for Eagle County to reach 100% emissions reduction by 2050? Zoe Goldstein https://www.vaildaily.com/news/eagle-county-100-emissions-reduction-by-2050 https://swiftmedia.s3.amazonaws.com/mountain.swiftcom.com/images/sites/7/2025/02/09165547/image-1024x635.jpeg US en The Climate Action Collaborative proposes to reset Eagle County's greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal to 100% by 2050. The most recent emissions reduction goals were set in 2020, with an aim to reduce emissions by 25% by 2025, 50% by 2030 and 80%. The county is not on track to reach the 2025 goal, but the 2030 goal remains viable. The state of Colorado updated its emission reduction goal in 2023 to align with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's standards. "The Climate Action Collaborative is proposing to reset Eagle County's greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal to 100% by 2050. Zoe Goldstein/Vail Daily The Climate Action Collaborative, the collective...[+8207 chars]" 2025-02-10T18:15:07 Disney appears to walk back DEI policies in latest investor filing Mike Bedigan https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/disney-appears-walking-back-dei-180712944.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_independent_635/23c0b4ecaa2033d4d358b23ac6378463 US en Disney dropped one of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives from a recent company investor report. Reimagine Tomorrow was previously touted in Disney's 2023 SEC reports. Donald Trump continues to wage war on DEI programs, including the signing of an executive order to end such initiatives in the federal government. Elon Musk accused Disney of'mandatory, institutionalized racism and sexism' "Disney appears to be rethinking some of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies, after subtly dropping one of its initiatives from a recent company investor report. In an SEC report filed in Nov...[+2490 chars]" 2025-02-10T18:07:12 Disney appears to be walking back its DEI policies after pressure from investors Mike Bedigan https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/disney-dei-trump-investor-rollback-b2695568.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2024/10/16/17/Disney_54513.jpg?width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800 GB en Disney dropped one of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives from its recent SEC report. Reimagine Tomorrow was previously mentioned in Disney's 2023 SEC reports. Donald Trump continues to wage war on DEI programs, including the signing of an executive order to end them in the federal government. Some companies, including Meta, have publicly announced an end to their own DEI initiatives. "Disney appears to be rethinking some of i ts Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies, after subtly dropping one of its initiatives from a recent company investor report. In an SEC report filed in No...[+2459 chars]" 2025-02-10T18:02:25 Asset-Backed Securitizer Report (Form ABS-15G) (Onslow Bay Funding LLC) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/10/AssetBacked_Securitizer_Report_Form_ABS15G_Onslow_Bay_Fundin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/10/[] US en Heck the appropriate box to indicate the appropriate account number. (ABS-15GASSET-BACKED SECURITIZERREPORT PURSUANT to Section 15G of the SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT of 1934, and LLCC-ONSLCC. )UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWashington, D.C. 20549FORM ABS-15GASSET-BACKED SECURITIZERREPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15G OFTHE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934ONSLOW BAY FUNDING LLCChec...[+37 chars] 2025-02-10T18:00:00 Top 10 stories of the day: ‘I don't care' Chulumanco Mahamba https://www.citizen.co.za/news/top-10-stories-of-the-day-10-february-2025 https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Top-10-stories-of-the-day-10-February-2025.jpg ZA en Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has resigned from the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party. The government of national unity (GNU) is divided over how to deal to the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The weather service warns of flooding in Limpopo, fire danger in the Northern Cape and extreme heat in parts of the Western Cape and Northern Cape tomorrow. The DA has filed papers challenging the recently signed Expropriation Act. "Top 10 stories of the day: 'I don't care' – Malema to Musk | GNU divided over DRC | Mbuyiseni Ndlozi resigns from EFF Here's your daily news update: An easy-to-read selection of our top stories. News ...[+4620 chars]" 2025-02-10T17:53:35 Loaded for Bear: Exxaro's CEO saga hobbles its diversification drive and may stoke labour tensions Ed Stoddard https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-02-10-loaded-for-bear-exxaros-ceo-saga-hobbles-its-diversification-drive-and-may-stoke-labour-tensions https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/nombasa-tsengwa-3.jpg?fit=815%2C488&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en Nombasa Tsengwa resigned as CEO of Exxaro last week. She was suspended pending an investigation into workplace conduct and governance issues. The unionised workforce supported her. The company needs to diversify its asset base. It has a net cash balance of R16-billion at the end of October 2024. The bitter C-suite battle that saw Nombasa Tsengwa resign last week as CEO of Exxaro is a major setback to a coal-focused mining company that desperately needs to diversify its asset base but has yet ...[+5748 chars] 2025-02-10T17:21:23 Disney dumps two DEI programs as investors pressure company to ax more woke initiatives: SEC filing Alexandra Steigrad https://finance.yahoo.com/news/disney-dumps-two-dei-programs-172123447.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Lu61npl1.lHXPcwn1syCRQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/ny_post_articles_869/8b89bfb7e93f3b12ec188eeb2887a3df US en Disney dropped its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' diversity, equity and inclusion program from the DEI section of its 2024 SEC 10-K report. The initiative promised 50% of regular and recurring characters would come from underrepresented groups. It sparked outrage in 2022 when a company-wide Zoom call was leaked on social media. Disney's DEI policies were in part a reaction to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' 'Don't Say Gay' law, which barred the discussion of gender identity and sexual orientation for kids in public schools. President Trump recently ordered an end to DEI in the federal government and for its contractors. Disney is reportedly pulling back on its diversity, equity and inclusion policies — the latest major company to walk back the woke initiatives amid pressure from activist investors and the Trump admin...[+3234 chars] 2025-02-10T17:07:43 Regulated information - Disclosure of share buy-back transactions completed from 03 February 2025 to 09 February 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/11/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/regulated-information-disclosure-of-share-buy-back-transactions-completed-from-03-february-2025-to-09-february-2025/2053275 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/11/536941.png PH en SPIE discloses the transactions completed from 03 February 2025 to 09 February 2025 under the share buyback programme authorised by the 10th resolution of the SPIE general shareholders' meeting held on 3 May 2024 and announced on 9 January 2025. SPIE achieved in 2023 consolidated revenue of €8.7 billion and consolidated EBITA of €584 million. In compliance with share buyback regulations, in particular Regulation (EU) 2016/1052, SPIE discloses the following transactions completed from 03 February 2025 to 09 February 2025 under the share buy...[+542 chars] 2025-02-10T17:07:31 Coface SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 31 January 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/11/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/coface-sa-disclosure-of-total-number-of-voting-rights-and-number-of-shares-in-the-capital-as-at-31-january-2025/2053257 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/11/536920.png PH en The total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 31 January 2025 is 17.45, excluding the shares owned by Coexave SA's own shareholders. Coxave SA will make an announcement in Paris on 10 February 2025 - 17 February 2025. "COFACE SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 31 January 2025 Paris, 10 February 2025 - 17.45 (2) excluding own shares Attachment" 2025-02-10T16:11:53 Colorado Supreme Court to decide whether Boulder's landmark climate-change lawsuit against Suncor, Exxon can proceed Noelle Phillips https://www.eagletribune.com/region/colorado-supreme-court-to-decide-whether-boulder-s-landmark-climate-change-lawsuit-against-suncor-exxon/article_509bb9b0-20f0-5c49-be80-26b6fb492182.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Suncor Energy and ExxonMobil are sued for climate-change harms to Boulder County. The companies argue that the state has no jurisdiction over the issue. They say it's up to the federal government, through the Clean Air Act, to decide how to regulate oil and gas operators. DENVER — A 4-year-old lawsuit blaming Suncor Energy and ExxonMobil for climate-change harms to Boulder County will go before the Colorado Supreme Court this week as the two oil and gas companies try t...[+431 chars] 2025-02-10T16:02:15 ACEN secures A- rating for climate action from CDP CEDTy Clea https://www.bworldonline.com/corporate/2025/02/11/652382/acen-secures-a-rating-for-climate-action-from-cdp https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ACEN-160-MW-Pagudpud-Wind-in-Ilocos-Norte.jpg PH en ACEN Corp. has obtained 'Leadership' level and an A- rating for its climate actions from CDP. CDP assesses corporate environmental transparency and performance in climate change, deforestation, and water security. ACEN completed the world's first market-based Energy Transition Mechanism in November 2022. ACEN Corp., the listed energy platform of the Ayala group, has obtained 'Leadership' level and an A- rating for its climate actions from CDP, a global non-profit that assesses corporate environmental ...[+2344 chars] 2025-02-10T16:01:56 Beyond XML: DeltaXignia Expands Its Vision for Content and Data Change Management https://apnews.com/press-release/ein-presswire-newsmatics/eithne-devine-hynes-bbd9f18e9a5876a0afad962308369a25 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/b2ed2f4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1116x628+42+0/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F97%2F15%2F04ae0a5ae3e370160e37850db6b4%2F99764adb9c7148c8859e3207c7baefde US en DeltaXignia rebrands from DeltaXML as a solutions-led partner for enterprise content and data change management. The company has been trusted by leading names such as SunExpress, HSBC, IBM, and Waitrose for over two decades. Its new identity reflects its expanded capabilities to meet these challenges. "DeltaXignia rebrands from DeltaXML, evolving into a solutions-led partner for enterprise content and data change management. 'DeltaXignia is more than tools, we're a solutions partner. Our rebrand rea...[+4682 chars]" 2025-02-10T15:42:28 R4.5 billion in unclaimed dividends in SA: How to check if you're owed money Garrin Lambley https://www.thesouthafrican.com/news/business-news-and-finance/r4-5-billion-in-unclaimed-dividends-in-sa-how-to-check-if-youre-owed-money-jse-breaking http://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/jse.jpg ZA en The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has launched a website for South Africans to check if they are owed any money for unclaimed dividends. The Claim It initiative is a collaborative effort between JSE and 19 of the largest companies listed on the JSE. It will endeavour to reunite nearly 375 000 former employees, shareholders or beneficiaries of deceased estates with their unclaimed funds. "The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has launched a website for South Africans to check if they are owed any money for unclaimed dividends. The stock exchange has launched its new 'Claim It' campaign...[+3320 chars]" 2025-02-10T15:40:16 Zeigo by Schneider Electric, Zero Circle Partner To Help SMEs Finance Sustainability Efforts https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/zeigo-by-schneider-electric-zero-circle-partner-to-help-smes-finance-sustainability-efforts-5359ddae8e68395790aacb33921517b7 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Zeigo by Schneider Electric has partnered with green finance marketplace Zero Circle to help SMEs reduce their carbon footprint. The collaboration integrates Zero Circle's financing solutions into the Zeigo platform, making it easier for SMEs to measure, manage, and fund their sustainability efforts. Zero Circle is a finance marketplace that simplifies access to green capital for businesses. Zeigo by Schneider Electric has partnered with green finance marketplace Zero Circle to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) reduce their carbon footprint. The collaboration integrates Zero ...[+2033 chars] 2025-02-10T15:35:54 IFRS S1 and S2: preparedness in Bangladesh Anniversary Issue-I https://thefinancialexpress.com.bd/views/ifrs-s1-and-s2-preparedness-in-bangladesh https://tfe-bd.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/posts/82867/ifrs.jpg BD en Bangladesh Bank adopted IFRS S1 and S2 in response to International Sustainability Standards Board's directives. The financial sector in Bangladesh has shown a more advanced commitment to sustainability reporting. Manufacturing industries, particularly textiles, have shown slow progress in complying with the standards. Many SMEs find it difficult to comply with the new standards. Adopting International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) S1 and S2 marks a pivotal moment for Bangladesh as it aims to enhance sustainability reporting among its corporations. The International Sus...[+5557 chars] 2025-02-10T15:32:05 """Missed common sense"" Netizens react to Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary's comments on new administration" https://www.newsbreak.com/soap-central-302262230/3799987473560-missed-common-sense-netizens-react-to-shark-tank-s-kevin-o-leary-s-comments-on-new-administration https://img.particlenews.com/img/id/4E0Re9_0ymxhqz500 PH en Shark Tank investor Kevin O'Leary's recent media appearances sparked a flurry of online discourse. The Cuban-Canadian businessman gained notoriety for his astute business sense and risk-taking investing methods. His comments ranged from national political recovery to corporate diversity policies and international trade strategies. The online response was nothing short of a digital tsunami. "The internet erupted in a flurry of commentary after Shark Tank investor Kevin O'Leary's recent media appearances, sparking a wildfire of online discourse. Social media platforms lit up with users ech...[+2851 chars]" 2025-02-10T15:29:53 Oil PSUs Exceed CSR Norms Amid State Challenges Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3259982-oil-psus-exceed-csr-norms-amid-state-challenges https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/26_06_2024_10_03_28_537367.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en State-owned oil companies have exceeded the corporate social responsibility (CSR) spending norm by investing 4% of their net profits over the past three years. Hardeep Singh Puri made the revelation during a session in the Rajya Sabha. Oil public sector undertakings have invested nearly Rs 4,000 crore in CSR activities during this period. State-owned oil companies have exceeded the corporate social responsibility (CSR) spending norm, investing 4% of their net profits, as opposed to the mandated 2%, over the past three years. This revel...[+739 chars] 2025-02-10T15:19:14 EFF 'not fazed' by Musk's comments on Malema e NCA https://www.enca.com/top-stories/eff-not-fazed-musks-comments-malema https://www.enca.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-12/GettyImages-2166876085.jpg.webp?itok=xHaH2_Cj ZA en Elon Musk is calling for sanctions against EFF leader Julius Malema. He wants Malema to be labelled an international criminal. Malema is defiant and says sanctions won't deter him from fighting for black people. He is challenging Musk to go ahead with the sanctions. "JOHANNESBURG - Elon Musk set his mark on EFF leader Julius Malema calling for sanctions against him. The South African-born billionaire wants Malema to be labelled an international criminal and is als...[+271 chars]" 2025-02-10T15:19:00 전남교육청, ESG 개념 이해 등 4차시 원격 연수 개설 이학수기자 http://breaknews.com/1091050 http://honam.breaknews.com/imgdata/honam_breaknews_com/202502/2025021120038190.jpg KR en ESG is an e-sigint (ESG) that goes back to 2023. It's used in the following documents: “E.S.G’s”, ““”” "▲ 윤원태 전남도교육청 ESG교육발전위원회 위원장의 강의 모습 (무안=브레이크뉴스) 이학수 기자=전남도교육청은 기후·환경 위기와 학령인구 감소 등 사회적 변화를 ESG(환경·사회·지배구조) 관점에서 극복하고 지속 가능한 전남교육을 실현하기 위해 ESG 원격 연수를 개설했다. 이번 연수는 민선 4기 공약사항인 'ESG 인식 확산'을 실현하기 위한 것으로, 교...[+3052 chars]" 2025-02-10T15:02:29 Sustainability Leaders to Discuss Balancing Net Zero Ambitions with Business Realities in Upcoming Webinar Newsfile https://www.theobserver.ca/newsfile/238681-sustainability-leaders-to-discuss-balancing-net-zero-ambitions-with-business-realities-in-upcoming-webinar https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-238681.jpg CA en Sustainability Leaders to Discuss Balancing Net Zero Ambitions with Business Realities in Upcoming Webinar. The webinar will take place on February 12th at 12pm EST/9am PST and is free to attend, but registration is required. A recording will be available for those who cannot attend live. "Sustainability Leaders to Discuss Balancing Net Zero Ambitions with Business Realities in Upcoming Webinar San Diego, California–(Newsfile Corp. – February 10, 2025) – In a time of unprecedented econo...[+1279 chars]" 2025-02-10T15:00:58 Sustainability Will Evolve To Meet Changin' Times https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-bob-dylan-70f1712ce3bceba07ff09c846afdbeb7 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The new Trump Administration's actions on climate change and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs make some companies reevaluating their commitments to sustainability and DEI. However, the business rationale for focusing on sustainability has not changed. According to PwC's 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, two-thirds of CEOs reported that climate-related investments had reduced costs or had no significant impact on costs to the enterprise. 62% of businesses are planning to increase their sustainability budgets in 2025, by an average of 10.5%. The lyrics to one of Bob Dylan's most famous songs could certainly apply to the new political environment facing corporate sustainability professionals today: 'The times they are a-changin'.' Followin...[+3015 chars] 2025-02-10T14:57:53 NOTEHOLDER UPDATE IN RELATION TO UKRENERGO PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/10/noteholder_update_in_relation_to_ukrenergo https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WRDzufxzWBw/0.jpg US en "US$825,000,000 6.875% GUARANTEED SUSTAINABILITY-LINKED GREEN NOTES DUE 2028 (the ""NOTES"") Issued by PRIVATE JOINT STOCK COMPANY and UKRENERGO." "US$825,000,000 6.875% GUARANTEED SUSTAINABILITY-LINKED GREEN NOTES DUE 2028 (THE ""NOTES"")ISSUED BY PRIVATE JOINT STOCK COMPANY ""NATIONAL POWER COMPANY ""UKRENERGO"""" (THE ""COMPANY"")LONDON, Feb. 10, 2025...[+36 chars]" 2025-02-10T14:31:53 South Africa May Bypass Black Empowerment Laws To Help Musk's Companies And Starlink Sema https://blackstarnews.com/south-africa-may-bypass-black-empowerment-laws-to-help-musks-companies-and-starlink https://blackstarnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-02-10-at-09-22-28-429-908-unread-colin_b30@yahoo.com-Yahoo-Mail.png US en South Africa is considering ways for Elon Musk's companies to invest in the country without complying with the nation's Black empowerment rules. The government last year spoke to the billionaire about investing in his country of birth after Musk's satellite internet service, Starlink, sought regulatory approval. "By Semafor Africa Photos: South Africa Presidency\YouTube Screenshots\Wikimedia Commons South Africa is considering ways for Elon Musk's companies to invest in the country without complying with the n...[+978 chars]" 2025-02-10T14:20:00 McDonald's says it's committed to DEI, but specifics are vague Francisco Velasquez https://qz.com/mcdonalds-dei-q4-2024-walmart-google-meta-zoom-1851759251 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_675,pg_1,q_80,w_1200/ac430ff399ee671ed56cd180e130d747.jpg US en McDonald's announced in January 2025 it would scale back its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy. CEO Chris Kempczinski said McDonald's has an 'unwavering commitment to inclusion' but did not provide specific details on what that commitment entails. The company will celebrate its 70th anniversary this year. "MCD +4.80% WMT +0.57% GOOGL +1.46% META +0.41% F -0.54% McDonald's says it has a golden rule: Treating everyone with dignity, fairness, and respect, according to CEO Chris Kempczinski. During the comp...[+2771 chars]" 2025-02-10T14:17:25 Activist Elliott's recent holdings and campaigns Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/activist-elliotts-recent-holdings-campaigns-2025-02-10 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has built a stake in London-listed oil major BP (BP.L). It is not clear how big the stake is. Paul Elliott Singer's hedge fund firm managed $69.7 billion in assets as of June 30, 2024. Elliott is known as one of the most vocal activists. Feb 10 (Reuters) - Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has built a stake in London-listed oil major BP (BP.L), opens new tab, a person familiar with the issue said, boosting shares to thei...[+2561 chars] 2025-02-10T13:45:49 Paradigm Oil and Gas Partners with Hallmark Venture Group to Drive Scalable Revenue Growth https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/10/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/paradigm-oil-and-gas-partners-with-hallmark-venture-group-to-drive-scalable-revenue-growth/2053102 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en Paradigm Oil and Gas is committed to diversifying revenue streams beyond traditional operations. Hallmark Venture Group specializes in AI-driven consulting and revenue growth solutions. This collaboration will integrate data-driven marketing techniques, predictive analytics, and automated lead generation tools to drive long-term financial sustainability. "Key Highlights: Accelerating Digital Growth and Revenue Optimization Paradigm Oil and Gas is committed to diversifying revenue streams beyond traditional operations. By leveraging Hallmark Venture Gro...[+3015 chars]" 2025-02-10T13:29:25 BIPC Moves To Reclaim Holdings, Allied Entitlements In Dangote Cement New Telegraph https://newtelegraphng.com/bipc-moves-to-reclaim-holdings-allied-entitlements-in-dangote-cement https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BIPC.jpg NG en Benue State government wants to reclaim its shares in Dangote Cement Company Limited following the Rights Issue of 2005. The state government is demanding the allotment of 111,438,493 units of the shares valued at N65.8 billion. Benue Investment and Property Company (BIPC) was to be on the Board of Dangotes Cement Limited as Deputy Managing Director and have 10 per cent equity to BIPC. However, the state government was to have two members on the board, but the company has not implemented any of the agreements. "Share …Demands allotment of 111,438,493 units of shares valued at N65.8 billion The Benue State government on Monday announced it commenced moves to reclaim its holdings and allied entitlements in Dan...[+3866 chars]" 2025-02-10T13:16:00 Euromax Announces Intention to Extend Maturity Dates of Previously Issued Convertible Debentures CNW Group https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/euromax-announces-intention-extend-maturity-131600771.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnwgroup.com/64cca01901b5e0e238b100c8459eb870 US en Euromax Resources Ltd. intends to amend certain terms of its convertible debentures. The maturity dates of the Convertible Debentures will be extended from February 28, 2025 to February 27, 2026. The Proposed Amendments are subject to acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange and other approvals. "TSXV: EOXwww.euromaxresources.com VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 10, 2025 /CNW/ - Euromax Resources Ltd. (TSXV: EOX): (""Euromax"" or the ""Company"") announces that the Company intends to amend certain terms of its...[+4146 chars]" 2025-02-10T13:09:47 SIC Life MD seeks support to capture market https://www.graphic.com.gh/business/business-news/sic-life-md-seeks-support-to-capture-market.html https://www.graphic.com.gh/images/2025/feb/10/SICLIFE_MD.jpeg GH en Solomon Twum Barima is the new Managing Director of SIC Life Insurance LTD. He has over 22 years of diverse experience in manufacturing, insurance, law, risk management and finance. He also holds an MPhil in Risk Management & Insurance from the University of Ghana Business School and a BSc in Chemical Engineering from KNUST. "Solomon Twum Barima, Managing Director of SIC Life Insurance LTD Featured Business Desk Report Business News Feb - 10 - 2025 , 13:08 The new Managing Director of SIC Life Insurance LTD, Solomon Twum B...[+1959 chars]" 2025-02-10T13:00:00 UGI Corporation Reports Strong Q1 Financial Results, Highlights Operational Progress Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/business/finance/ugi-corporation-reports-strong-q1-financial-results-highlights-operational-progress https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/UGI-logo.png?fit=1470%2C800&ssl=1 US en UGI Corporation has reported robust fiscal Q1 2025 financial results. The company posted GAAP diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.74 and adjusted diluted EPS of $ 1.37. Earnings before interest expense and income taxes (EBIT) came in at $420 million, slightly lower than the $425 million recorded a year ago. UGI Utilities submitted a gas base rate case to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission on January 27, 2025. The proposed $110 million distribution rate increase seeks to support infrastructure improvements and ensure reliable service delivery. On February 5, AmeriGas Partners, L.P. and Ameri Gas Finance Corp announced the full redemption of their VALLEY FORGE, PA — UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) has reported robust fiscal Q1 2025 financial results, underscoring its efforts to drive operational improvements and enhance shareholder value. The compa...[+3197 chars] 2025-02-10T12:07:08 Plastic is Here to Stay-SMX Technology Allows Us to Be Responsible About It Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/plastic-is-here-to-stay-smx-technology-allows-us-to-be-responsible-about-it/article_0169e316-f452-571e-8698-241323af234a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/e2/ae24d029-57f7-540a-99e3-43bbe400caf8/67a9eca5b93c1.image.jpg?crop=1646%2C864%2C376%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The recent executive order banning paper straws in the United States marks a pivotal shift in sustainability policy. SMX Ltd. is a pioneering technology company specializing in digitizing physical assets and materials for the circular economy. The company isn't fighting plastic but redefining it. MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / February 10, 2025 / The recent executive order banning paper straws in the United States marks a pivotal shift in sustainability policy. While well-intentioned, the push ...[+835 chars] 2025-02-10T12:07:00 Exelon to Release Q4 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know Zacks Equity Research https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exelon-release-q4-earnings-heres-120700796.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/zacks.com/68c9409b72fd9a7aad93bc9653422406 US en Exelon Corporation EXC is scheduled to release fourth-quarter 2024 results on Feb. 12 before market open. The company delivered an earnings surprise of 5.97% in the last reported quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pinned at $5.45 billion, implying a year-over-year improvement of 1.6%. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. Exelon Corporation EXC is scheduled to release fourth-quarter 2024 results on Feb. 12, before market open. The company delivered an earnings surprise of 5.97% in the last reported quarter.See the Zack...[+3309 chars] 2025-02-10T12:00:00 Evans: Iowa AG not consistent https://www.nwestiowa.com/opinion/evans-iowa-ag-not-consistent/article_1139791a-e5a0-11ef-b90f-4b6125f0b638.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/nwestiowa.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/81/7817b232-10d3-11e7-9741-bff49e6b0d61/62b5e03ad3fa1.image.jpg?crop=274%2C274%2C108%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Brenna Bird is the leader of a group of Republican state attorneys general who sent a warning letter to Costco over its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. 98 percent of Costco's shareholders voted against a proposal to cut the company's DEI statements. Iowa's attorney general has filed or joined other states in at least nine lawsuits challenging policies of the Joe Biden administration. Iowa attorney general Brenna Bird again tried to put herself in the national spotlight last week as leader of a group of Republican attorneys general who fixed their sights on Costco over the warehous...[+6339 chars] 2025-02-10T11:49:56 S'pore firms need to step up whistleblower protections: Study https://www.tnp.sg/news/spore-firms-need-step-whistleblower-protections-study https://cassette.sphdigital.com.sg/image/thenewpaper/81f5aa91efd33188be1f085417d15b8d148b50b45071566602803758ac3c5600/GIN_8398.JPG.jpg SG en Singapore-listed companies need to improve their disclosure on anti-corruption policies, especially their commitment to protect whistleblowers from reprisal. The recent case of Singapore Post cast a spotlight on the practice of whistle-blowing here. Thailand has the highest overall average score at 80%, followed by Malaysia at 75%. The Philippines saw the largest decline in average disclosure score, from 66% in 2022 to 55% in 2024. Indonesia was the only country that showed an increase in its overall score. "Singapore-listed companies need to improve their disclosure on anti-corruption policies, especially their commitment to protect whistleblowers from reprisal. Singapore companies tend to be ""reticent"" ...[+5102 chars]" 2025-02-10T11:22:56 Schouw & Co. share buy-back programme, week 6 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/10/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/schouw-co-share-buy-back-programme-week-6-2025/2052892 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/10/536470.png PH en Schouw & Co. initiated a share buy-back programme on 2 January 2025. They will buy back shares for up to DKK 50 million during the period 2 January to 31 March 2025. The buyback will be structured in accordance with EU law and EU regulations. On 2 January 2025, Schouw & Co. initiated a share buy-back programme as outlined in Company Announcement no. 70 of 23 December 2024. Under the programme, Schouw & Co. will acquire shares for up to DKK...[+428 chars] 2025-02-10T10:42:50 Ontex joins CDP's A list for leadership in climate change transparency and action https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/10/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/ontex-joins-cdps-a-list-for-leadership-in-climate-change-transparency-and-action/2052880 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/10/536420.jpg PH en Ontex earned a 'A' climate action rating for being transparent about how it emits and actively reduces carbon emissions and sources renewable energy responsibly. In 2024, Ontex updated its sustainability strategy with more ambitious targets. Ontex is a leading international developer and producer of baby care, feminine care and adult care products for retailers and healthcare providers. Ontex earned its 'A' climate action rating by being transparent about how it emits and actively reduces carbon emissions, sources renewable energy responsibly, and how it manages forests and fibres re...[+2308 chars] 2025-02-10T10:34:51 Here's why the JSE may have good dividend news for YOU Garrin Lambley https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/here-s-why-the-jse-may-have-good-dividend-news-for-you/ar-AA1yJVIU US en The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) launched its Claim It campaign on Monday. It aims to reunite nearly 375 000 former employees, shareholders or beneficiaries of deceased estates with their unclaimed funds. Lucas Radebe has been appointed as an ambassador of the campaign. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) on Monday launched its Claim It campaign, urging South Africans to check if they are potential shareholders owed a portion of the current total of R4.5 billion in...[+2486 chars] 2025-02-10T10:26:00 Ontex joins CDP's A list for leadership in climate change transparency and action Ontex https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ontex-joins-cdp-list-leadership-102600829.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/b30d53be24f1017a0b74b5f57d28087b US en Ontex has been awarded an 'A' climate action rating by CDP* for its Climate Change disclosure in 2024 and a 'A-' rating for CDP Forests for transparency in forestry-related matters. In 2024, Ontex updated its sustainability strategy with more ambitious environmental targets related to responsible sourcing, reducing carbon emissions and fossil-based plastics. "Ontex awarded for disclosure and commitment to environmental transparency and action in 2024, both related to climate and forestry In 2024, Ontex updated its sustainability strategy, with a.o. more am...[+4342 chars]" 2025-02-10T10:25:58 Leroy Seafood introduces chicken by-products in fish feed https://www.undercurrentnews.com/2025/02/10/leroy-seafood-introduces-chicken-by-products-in-fish-feed https://www.undercurrentnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Screen-Shot-2018-02-27-at-08.24.06-e1551174873702.png FR en This move is expected to lower the carbon footprint of Leroy's feed by up to 16%, contributing to its goal of a 46% reduction in climate emissions by 2030. Undercurrent News will publish this article on Feb. 10, 2025 10:25 GMT. This move is expected to lower the carbon footprint of Leroy's feed by up to 16%, contributing to its goal of a 46% reduction in climate emissions by 2030 By Undercurrent News | Feb. 10, 2025 10:25 GM...[+1 chars] 2025-02-10T10:14:16 Schneider Electric tops global sustainability ranking again Ochowechi Elijah https://businessday.ng/energy/article/schneider-electric-tops-global-sustainability-ranking-again https://cdn.businessday.ng/2023/08/Schneider-Electric-1.png NG en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. It is the only company to rank first in the Global 100 twice. The company has been in the top 10 for the last 14 years and in the global top 10 seven times. Schneider Electric, a player in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights, becoming the only com...[+2897 chars] 2025-02-10T10:04:44 Simplification or deregulation, Newsletter Euronews https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/02/10/simplification-or-deregulation-newsletter https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/04/35/96/1200x675_cmsv2_f946a224-b696-581b-83cb-9df20348839d-9043596.jpg FR en This week's key events include AI Intelligence action summit in Paris, EU Parliament plenary debate on Competitiveness Compass and European Commission's 2025 work programme to MEPs. European Parliament is divided on the second von der Leyen commission's pro-business agenda. The EPP is spearheading an attack on the funding of NGOs through the LIFE environmental programme. "By Published on This week's key events presented by Euronews' senior energy and environment reporter Robert Hodgson . Key diary dates Monday 10 February - Tuesday 11 February: AI Intelligence action s...[+4496 chars]" 2025-02-10T10:01:41 Trump says US committed to 'buying and owning' Gaza calling war-ruined territory 'a big real estate site' Jacob Phillips https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/donald-trump-gaza-us-hamas-israel-b1210102.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/02/10/08/10-e4077503a0764e1192db15dcc00754bf.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en """These are partners that must be listened to and discussed with. We have to honour their feelings as well and see how we build a plan that is sustainable for the future,"" he added. Â. Â y i " """These are partners that must be listened to, they must be discussed with. We have to honour their feelings as well and see how we build a plan that is sustainable for the future,"" he added." 2025-02-10T09:59:12 Aligning CSR with SDGs - The task for businesses https://www.graphic.com.gh/features/opinion/ghana-news-aligning-csr-with-sdgs-the-task-for-businesses.html https://www.graphic.com.gh/images/2025/feb/10/businesses.jpg GH en The world is running out of time. Businesses are trying to move beyond the sidelines and actively drive social and environmental change. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has evolved from a mere philanthropic gesture into a strategic imperative, aligning business success with sustainable future. The world is running out of time. As we approach the 2030 deadline for achieving the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the call for businesses to move beyond the sidelines and ...[+7099 chars] 2025-02-10T09:49:52 ACEN's Climate Excellence: Leading the Way in Renewable Energy Transition Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3259415-acens-climate-excellence-leading-the-way-in-renewable-energy-transition https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/23_07_2024_05_01_35_8536164.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en ACEN has been awarded a Leadership level and an A− rating by CDP. This upgrade from a previous B rating highlights ACEN's ongoing dedication to climate action and transparency. CDP's A to D scale indicates organizations' engagement with environmental issues and their progress toward sustainability targets. ACEN targets 100% renewable energy by 2025 and Net Zero emissions by 2050. ACEN has been awarded a Leadership level and an A− rating by CDP, a global non-profit organization that evaluates corporate environmental transparency and performance in climate change, deforestation,...[+798 chars] 2025-02-10T09:47:59 REDAN urges developers to embrace ESG for efficient housing delivery Chuka Uroko https://businessday.ng/real-estate/article/redan-urges-developers-to-embrace-esg-for-efficient-housing-delivery https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Real-Estate.png NG en The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has urged its members and the general public to adopt Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in housing delivery in order to create a sustainable ecosystem that promotes healthy living. Akintoye Adeoye, president of REDAN, emphasised that developing homes using ESG principles means a reduction in environmental degradation and contributing to national climate goals. The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has urged its members and the general public to adopt Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in housing delivery in order to create a sust...[+3579 chars] 2025-02-10T09:46:56 ASG Opens Applications for Its Inaugural Leadership Program in Africa https://apnews.com/press-release/ein-presswire-newsmatics/africa-paul-kagame-kingsley-moghalu-rwanda-inaugurations-1a5c6101a83655f8f21be6dcf980b51e https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/c1b3687/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1200x675+0+113/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F62%2F52%2F49d9daf0ce64b6c5a4c3893ba3ca%2F6615e7d5f3274439a8378f518935602a US en African School of Governance (ASG) has officially opened the applications portal for its pioneer vanguard cohort for the Master's degree in Public Administration (MPA) starting February 1, 2025. ASG's MPA programme is grounded in Africa's rich political, social, and economic contexts and its faculty includes a diverse mix of African and global thought leaders. "Revolutionizing Leadership in Africa: ASG Launches Applications for Inaugural Cohort 'Africa's challenges demand leadership that is bold, ethical, and rooted in the realities of our continent. ASG is ...[+6060 chars]" 2025-02-10T09:41:34 ES Sunlogy's IPO oversubscribed by 60 times Dayang Norazhar https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/02/10/es-sunlogys-ipo-oversubscribed-by-60-times https://themalaysianreserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ES-SUNLOGY.jpg MY en ES Sunlogy Bhd's IPO attracted applications totaling RM641.82 million. Bumiputera investors applied for shares at nearly 39 times availability and non-Bumiputeras at 81 times. The IPO values the company at RM210 million and aims to raise RM63 million through the issuance of 140 million new shares and the sale of 70 million existing shares. "ES Sunlogy Bhd's initial public offering (IPO) has attracted applications totaling RM641.82 million – over 10 times the expected fundraising amount. The public portion saw a 60-time oversubscription, ...[+668 chars]" 2025-02-10T09:28:12 Sarytogan gets $2.3m Eurobank leg-up for Kazakhstan graphite Doug Bright https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/sarytogan-gets-2-3m-eurobank-leg-up-for-kazakhstan-graphite-20250210-p5lb28.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.525%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/75063aa47b8f4e2e7790e2e863eb96dec344b221 AU en Sarytogan Graphite has received a second tranche of cash equity investment to advance its graphite project in Kazakhstan. The company has instructed the share registry to issue 14,742,437 shares to the EBRD that, upon completion, will hold 17.3 per cent of the company's issued capital. "Sarytogan Graphite has received a second tranche of cash equity investment to advance its graphite project in Kazakhstan. The company has instructed the share registry to issue 14,742,437 shares to th...[+1395 chars]" 2025-02-10T09:18:27 The ESG rules are being rewritten. Sustainability remains relevant Simona Hrincescu https://business-review.eu/circulario/the-esg-rules-are-being-rewritten-sustainability-remains-relevant-278570 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/andreea-nicolae.jpg EU en Andreea Nicolae is co-founder and managing partner at PIVOT-C. She believes that for most Romanian companies sustainability is still just a compliance issue. Donald Trump's return to the White House has already triggered a reset of environmental policies in the U.S. and the rollback of key regulations on renewable energy and ESG reporting. Institutional investors are not backing away from ESG. Sustainability is becoming a fundamental economic force. For most Romanian companies sustainability is still just a compliance issue. They see ESG as a cost rather than an opportunity for transformation—one that could be strategically, ethically, and compet...[+4523 chars] 2025-02-10T09:00:00 WuXi Biologics Recognized as Industry and Regional ESG Top-Rated Company by Morningstar Sustainalytics for Fifth Consecutive Year PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wuxi-biologics-recognized-industry-regional-090000872.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/be97a2c94988f6aa583b231318d69a47 US en WuXi Biologics has been recognized as a 2025 Industry and Regional ESG Top-Rated Company by Morningstar Sustainalytics. It is the fifth consecutive year the company has scored among the highest in ESG Risk Ratings. The company is a leading global Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions. "Ranked among the top 1% of companies assessed in the pharmaceutical industry Recognized as a leader in Green CRDMO, driving innovation for a healthier future Committed to creating long-term value for ...[+3970 chars]" 2025-02-10T08:31:00 Ajax Engineering IPO Day 1: GMP, Price, Lot Size, Review, Subscription Status & Key Details Mohammad Haris https://www.news18.com/amp/business/ipo/ajax-engineering-ipo-day-1-gmp-price-subscription-status-lot-size-review-key-details-9221320.html https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2025/01/ipo-1-2025-01-4202c678b26b66f465379dc5bab9c691-16x9.jpg IN en Unlisted shares of Ajax Engineering Ltd are currently trading at Rs 77 apiece in the grey market. Its share allotment will be finalised on February 13 and its listing will take place on both BSE and NSE on February 17. The price band is set at Rs 599 to Rs 629 per share. Minimum amount of investment required by retail investors is Rs 14,467. The minimum lot size investment for small NII is 14 lots (322 shares), amounting to Rs 2,02,538, and for big NII, it is 70 lots (1,610 shares). "Last Updated: Ajax Engineering IPO Day 1 GMP: Unlisted shares of Ajax Engineering Ltd are currently trading at Rs 77 apiece in the grey market, which is a 54 per cent premium over the upper IPO price ...[+5585 chars]" 2025-02-10T08:27:25 Almost all nations miss UN deadline for new climate targets Nick Perry https://www.webstercountycitizen.com/news/national/article_1e6b01e6-4a0e-5d92-a871-07fce7abab87.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/webstercountycitizen.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/19/f19592c0-9652-5059-8598-990cdf777d3b/67429aa15461b.image.jpg?crop=341%2C341%2C85%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Nearly all nations missed a UN deadline to submit new targets for slashing carbon emissions. Major economies are under pressure to show leadership following the US retreat on climate change. The US has been the most vocal critic of the UN's climate change action plan. Nearly all nations missed a UN deadline Monday to submit new targets for slashing carbon emissions, including major economies under pressure to show leadership following the US retreat on climate chan...[+3 chars] 2025-02-10T08:22:10 Intchains Group Limited to Report Unaudited Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results on Friday, February 27, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/10/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/intchains-group-limited-to-report-unaudited-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-financial-results-on-friday-february-27-2025/2052836 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) will release its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024 ended December 31, 2024. The management team will host an earnings conference call to discuss its financial results at 8:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time on February 27, 2025 (9:00 AM Beijing time on February 28, 2025). A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available at the Company's website at:https://intchains.com/ "SHANGHAI, Feb. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) (""we,' or the ""Company'), a provider of integrated solutions consisting of efficient mining products for altcoins, and...[+1404 chars]" 2025-02-10T08:18:11 Daewoo Engineering & Construction announced on the 10th that the International Non-Project for C.. Park Jae-young https://www.mk.co.kr/en/realestate/11237418 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202502/11/20250211_01110121000005_L00.jpg KR en Daewoo Engineering & Construction has received the highest grade from the International Non-Project for Carbon Information Disclosure (CDP). CDP is an international non-profit organization established in the UK in 2000 to respond to climate change. CDP's level of information collection and disclosure is known to be the world's largest. Daewoo E&C was praised for declaring 2022 the first year of sustainable management and continuing its efforts to reduce carbon neutrality and greenhouse gases. "* It has been translated through NAVER Daewoo Engineering & Construction announced on the 10th that the International Non-Project for Carbon Information Disclosure (CDP), an international non-profit o...[+1238 chars]" 2025-02-10T08:15:17 Transcosmos Partners with Ibaraki City, Osaka to Drive Local Government Digital Transformation Rekha Nair https://businessnewsthisweek.com/business/transcosmos-partners-with-ibaraki-city-osaka-to-drive-local-government-digital-transformation https://biznewsdesk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/unnamed-29-300x200.jpg IN en Transcosmos signed a collaboration agreement with Ibaraki City, Osaka on matters related to digital transformation in local governments. The two parties aim to contribute to rural revitalization. Transcosmos will continue to assist initiatives led by local governments by utilizing the corporate version of Japan's hometown tax donation program. Tokyo, Japan, February 10, 2025: transcosmos hereby announces that on February 3, 2025, the company signed a collaboration agreement with Ibaraki City, Osaka (Mayer: Yoichi Fukuoka), on matters relate...[+1828 chars] 2025-02-10T08:07:00 India's new climate targets to reflect limited resources PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sustainability/indias-new-climate-targets-to-reflect-limited-resources/articleshow/118105599.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118105561,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-114978,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en India is likely to submit its next round of climate targets closer to the UN climate conference in Brazil. UN climate chief Simon Stiell on Thursday urged them to submit their plans by September at the latest. India has not yet finalized its new NDCs. India's new targets will have targets achievable with the means available. "NEW DELHI: India is likely to submit its next round of climate targets closer to the UN climate conference in Brazil and these will be based on the limited resources available to the country, sources ...[+7971 chars]" 2025-02-10T07:43:23 Broadening the director talent pool could help fix the ‘founder problem' Chris Ellison https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/broadening-the-director-talent-pool-could-help-fix-the-founder-problem-20250210-p5lasv https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.3531%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/ad671fa04985999fc5db4993810dd8a45b44732d AU en Two high-profile founders of WiseTech Global and Mineral Resources are considering stepping down from the businesses they founded. There are serious allegations of governance failures at both companies. There is an opportunity to start a bigger discussion about how the idea of best practices in corporate governance might be tweaked to help reduce the founder problem. The 'founder problem' has resurfaced again in corporate Australia as the two high-profile founders of WiseTech Global and Mineral Resources demonstrate a lack of enthusiasm about stepping back from th...[+412 chars] 2025-02-10T06:56:05 World Cocoa Foundation Unveils First Greenhouse Gas Standard for Cocoa Roger A. Agana https://newsghana.com.gh/world-cocoa-foundation-unveils-first-greenhouse-gas-standard-for-cocoa https://newsghana.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/World-Cocoa-Foundation.jpg GH en The World Cocoa Foundation has introduced the first-ever greenhouse gas accounting standard specifically tailored for cocoa. The initiative addresses longstanding challenges in emissions reporting within the cocoa supply chain. The new standard is designed to help cocoa companies meet their reporting obligations while aligning with frameworks like the Science Based Targets Initiative and the GHG Protocol. "World Cocoa Foundation In a groundbreaking move for the cocoa industry, the World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) has introduced the first-ever greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting standard specifically tailored fo...[+3414 chars]" 2025-02-10T06:18:18 WSM board recommends 10% capital hike for employee shares program Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1788586 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/79054a89-448e-4e2e-9370-81653201ca8d.png SA en WSM for Information Technology Co.'s board of directors recommended on Feb. 9 a capital increase by 10%, or SAR 1.95 million, from SAR 19.5 million to SAR 21.45 million. The money will be allocated to the employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) to enhance employee loyalty and attract top talents. The capital increase is subject to regulatory authorities and the company's general meeting. WSM for Information Technology Co. 's board of directors recommended on Feb. 9 a capital increase by 10%, or SAR 1.95 million, from SAR 19.5 million to SAR 21.45 million, according to a statement to T...[+365 chars] 2025-02-10T06:10:38 How businesses can align CSR with the Sustainable Development Goals https://www.myjoyonline.com/how-businesses-can-align-csr-with-the-sustainable-development-goals https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-02-10-at-6.06.34 am.png GH en The 2030 deadline for achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is approaching. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has evolved from a philanthropic gesture into a strategic imperative, aligning business success with sustainable impact. Karpowership is a company dedicated to providing sustainable energy solutions while investing in the communities it serves. The world is running out of time. As we approach the 2030 deadline for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the call for businesses to move beyond the sidelines and activ...[+7293 chars] 2025-02-10T06:08:00 Centre seeks SPCBs' comments on EC exemption-related notifications for white category industries Gayatri Vajpeyee https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/pune-news/centre-seeks-spcbs-comments-on-ec-exemption-related-notifications-for-white-category-industries-101739130208835.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/09/1600x900/The-central-government-amended-section-21-of-the-A_1739130204987.jpg IN en The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) is seeking comments from state pollution control boards (SPCBs) in the country to a recent amendment to the notifications related to exemption-from-consent in January 2025. Industries that are practically non-polluting are categorised as white industries and are exempt from certain permits. While the ministry of environment, forests and climate change (MoEFCC) in October 2024 exempted 'white category' industries from taking dual permission namely environmental clearance (EC) and consent ...[+2165 chars] 2025-02-10T05:38:13 South Korea's English DART Platform Expansion Targets 'Korea Discount' Reduction Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=235117 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202502/235117_238130_3345_v150.jpg KR en On Feb. 9, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) announced the launch of an English open data platform, set to go live on Feb. 10. This platform will provide 83 types of English disclosure data for foreign investors in South Korea. The initiative aims to address previous shortcomings in the diversity and ease of use of the English disclosure service. On Feb. 9, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) announced the launch of an English open data platform, set to go live on Feb. 10. This platform will provide 83 types of English disclosure data, mar...[+2470 chars] 2025-02-10T05:03:21 Sustainability Disclosure for SMEs: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities Co E-EDP https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3255136-sustainability-disclosure-for-smes-navigating-challenges-and-opportunities https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/06_02_2025_17_09_52_9167025.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en UNCTAD has released a report on Sustainability Disclosure for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Developing Economies: Challenges and Responses. The report sheds light on the increasing global emphasis on sustainability disclosure and how it affects SMEs in developing economies. SMEs face complex reporting standards, high compliance costs, and a lack of expertise. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has released a pivotal report, Sustainability Disclosure for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Developing Economies: Challenges and ...[+5027 chars] 2025-02-10T04:55:00 The ESG phenomenon is only going to intensify ​Dr Amanda Cooke https://www.scotsman.com/news/opinion/columnists/the-esg-phenomenon-is-only-going-to-intensify-4978198 https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOmQ5OTE0OWYxLTk5NGYtNDI0Zi04OTI3LTA0NzhiMTYzMjYyMzo1NzNjNTYwMS01MTUwLTRhMWUtODlmMy1mNDYyYzM0YTUzMDk=.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Employers have a key role in driving progress, writes Dr Amanda Cooke. The rise in ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) issues has revolutionised how many businesses operate. The recent flurry of Section 23 agreements is an example of how employers can be adversely affected for not embracing ESG policies. "Employers have a key role in driving progress, writes ​Dr Amanda Cooke​ Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you...[+4083 chars]" 2025-02-10T04:43:00 Swiss vote rejects placing ecology at heart of constitution The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/6/227145/Swiss-vote-rejects-placing-ecology-at-heart-of-constitution https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/instant_news/20250210/20250210124426contentPhoto1.jpg?1739163146 HK en 70 percent of Swiss voters rejected a proposal to enshrine respect for the planet's natural resources into the constitution. The proposal was put forward by green politicians. The government, business groups, right-wing and centre-right parties opposed the measure, arguing it would endanger economic growth. "Swiss voters on Sunday firmly rejected a referendum proposal put forward by green politicians to enshrine respect for the planet's natural resources into the constitution. Some 70 percent of those who...[+1618 chars]" 2025-02-10T04:24:46 REDAN task developers on ESG principles Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4108160/redan-task-developers-on-esg-principles.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has asked developers across the country to prioritise the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in their projects. REDAN President, Akintoye Adeoye, made the request. The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has asked developers across the country to prioritise the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in their projects. REDAN Pres...[+111 chars] 2025-02-10T04:12:23 How Kazakhstan's Private Sector Drives Sustainable Growth Aiman Nakispekova https://astanatimes.com/2025/02/how-kazakhstans-private-sector-drives-sustainable-growth https://astanatimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SDG_Pioneers_Award2C_July_2024.jpg KZ en Kazakhstan ranked 66th out of 167 nations in the 2023 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Index. The private sector in Kazakhstan is committed to sustainable development. UN Global Compact's membership in Kazakhstan has soared from seven companies to 104 in one and a half years. Global Compact is the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative with over 18,000 businesses and 3,000 stakeholders. ASTANA – Kazakhstan has made significant strides in integrating sustainable development within its private sector. According to the 2024 UN Sustainable Development Report, the country ranked 66th out ...[+4978 chars] 2025-02-10T03:39:37 REDAN urges developers to prioritise environmental sustainability Victor Gbonegun https://guardian.ng/property/redan-urges-developers-to-prioritise-environmental-sustainability https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Akintoye-Adeoye.jpg NG en The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has urged real estate developers to prioritise Environmental Social Governance (ESG) principles. The group emphasised that adopting the principles in housing developments will enhance the quality of life for Nigerians and safeguard the environment. The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has urged real estate developers to prioritise Environmental Social Governance (ESG) principles that ensure environmental sustainability in pr...[+2916 chars] 2025-02-10T02:54:55 NZ First introduces bill to fine ‘woke banks' $500,000 Thomas Coughlan https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/nz-first-introduces-bill-to-fine-woke-banks-500000/P6RU6B5ITVFOLK7LHB7G2COTZM https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/LB2AHF6ARDNGQLHMTUFG36JSVA.jpg?auth=622a81f72a8ccf321268cf7b90760282508dc0a7ee9dfbe1d8a15db6eb2add57&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&smart=true NZ en There is a global pushback against banks with strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) rules. In Australia, the opposition is mulling introducing a regime to respond to banks withdrawing services from businesses involved in climate change-exposed industries. The bill would establish one of the first regimes to prevent banks from de-banking customers. "'Should this bill be introduced, we will consult our members and would expect to provide an industry view through the parliamentary consultation,' he said. There is a global pushback against banks wit...[+1659 chars]" 2025-02-10T02:41:53 Next generation NDCs Raza Hussain Qazi https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1281083-next-generation-ndcs https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-02-10/1281083_074153_updates.jpg PK en Pakistan is the world's 21st largest emitter, accounting for 0.93 per cent of global emissions. Pakistan is set to announce new national climate commitments this month under the Paris Agreement. The new NDCs must go beyond the current commitments and provide a clear framework for implementation. Countries, including Pakistan, are set to announce new national climate commitments this month under the Paris Agreement. These commitments, known as nationally determined contributions (NDCs), serve ...[+7820 chars] 2025-02-10T01:20:00 NZ First Introduces Bill To Fight ‘Woke Banks' New Zealand Government https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2502/S00048/nz-first-introduces-bill-to-fight-woke-banks.htm http://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1908/scoop_image.jpg NZ en Winston Peters has introduced a Member's Bill aimed at preventing banks from refusing their services to businesses because of the current 'Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Framework'. The Bill amends the Financial Markets Act 2022 to remove the ESG Framework's stranglehold on corporations. "Rt Hon Winston Peters New Zealand First Leader New Zealand First has introduced a Member's Bill aimed at preventing banks from refusing their services to businesses because of the current 'Environment...[+771 chars]" 2025-02-10T00:52:49 Daewoo Engineering & Construction has acquired the highest grade in the climate change response .. the god https://www.mk.co.kr/en/realestate/11236857 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202502/10/news-p.v1.20250210.7b57137cb03649f684feb2e41d4040d4_P1.jpg KR en "Daewoo Engineering & Construction received the highest grade in the climate change response sector, ""Leadership A"" in the evaluation of the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). CDP is a global sustainability management evaluation agency in Korea. Daewoo E&C established an in-house ESG system in 2022 and continued efforts to reduce carbon neutrality and greenhouse gases. It is developing carbon-reducing eco-friendly concrete that recycled industrial byproducts." "* It has been translated through NAVER Daewoo E&C received the highest grade 'Leadership A' in the 2024 CDP evaluation climate change response category. [Photo = Daewoo Engineering & Construction] Dae...[+1655 chars]" 2025-02-10T00:00:00 Room for Singapore-listed companies to improve anti-corruption disclosure: NUS study Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/10/Room_for_Singaporelisted_companies_to_improve_anticorruption https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The average overall anti-corruption disclosure score for Singapore-listed companies was 63 per cent, according to the latest data.   Â. Â y y in Singapore-based companies has an average score of 63%. The average overall anti-corruption disclosure score for Singapore-listed companies was 63 per cent. 2025-02-10T00:00:00 ACEN achieves Leadership level in CDP's climate change assessment PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/10/ACEN_achieves_Leadership_level_in_CDPs_climate_change_assess https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ACEN has achieved Leadership level and an A+ rating for its climate actions from CDP. This marks an improvement from ACEN's previous B rating. CDP assesses corporate environmental transparency and performance in climate change, deforestation, and water security. MANILA, Philippines, Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ACEN has achieved Leadership level and an A− rating for its climate actions from CDP, the global non-profit that assesses corporate environmental tra...[+127 chars] 2025-02-10T00:00:00 EU considers exempting most companies from carbon border levy system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/10/EU_considers_exempting_most_companies_from_carbon_border_lev https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission may scale back its carbon border levy to just 20% of the companies covered by the levy.   Â in order to reduce carbon border taxes on European companies. In the past, the carbon border tax has been applied to all companies. The European Commission may consider scaling back its carbon border levy to just 20% of the companies covered by the 2025-02-10T00:00:00 Unambitious And Undermined: Why NZ's Latest Climate Pledge Lacks The Crucial ‘Good Faith' Factor The Daily Blog https://thedailyblog.co.nz/2025/02/10/unambitious-and-undermined-why-nzs-latest-climate-pledge-lacks-the-crucial-good-faith-factor-the-conversation https://thedailyblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-02-10-at-7.01.23 AM.png NZ en New Zealand's new National Determined Contribution to reduce emissions by 51-55% below 2005 levels by 2035 is only 1-5% above the current NDC of a 50% cut by 2030. It was criticised as underwhelming and unambitious to combat climate change. The coalition government may be pursuing policies that could undermine climate action while pledging the bare minimum internationally. .tdi_100.td-a-rec{text-align:center}.tdi_100.td-a-rec:not(.td-a-rec-no-translate){transform:translateZ(0)}.tdi_100 .td-element-style{z-index:-1}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-img{text-align:left}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-...[+4240 chars] 2025-02-09T23:05:44 Column: DEI work is hard — but not hopeless — right now Sarah Green Carmichael https://www.pilotonline.com/2025/02/09/column-dei-work-is-hard-but-not-hopeless-right-now https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/TVP-Z-OP-CARMICHAEL-DEI-COLUMN.jpg?w=1024&h=683 US en Corporations need to find a way to keep moving forward, Bloomberg Opinion columnist Sarah Green Carmichael writes. .   Â - Bloomberg Opinion, February 9, 2025 at 6:05 PM EST. i "Rather than stay frozen in DEI purgatory, corporate leaders need to find a way to keep moving forward, Bloomberg Opinion columnist Sarah Green Carmichael writes. Originally Published: February 9, 2025...[+15 chars]" 2025-02-09T23:05:44 Column: DEI work is hard — but not hopeless — right now Sarah Green Carmichael https://www.dailypress.com/2025/02/09/column-dei-work-is-hard-but-not-hopeless-right-now https://www.dailypress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/TVP-Z-OP-CARMICHAEL-DEI-COLUMN.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en Corporations need to keep moving forward to avoid DEI purgatory, Sarah Green Carmichael writes in Bloomberg Opinion columnist Sarah Green. Sarah Green Carvalho writes that corporate leaders need to find a way to continue moving forward. . Rather than stay frozen in DEI purgatory, corporate leaders need to find a way to keep moving forward, Bloomberg Opinion columnist Sarah Green Carmichael writes. 2025-02-09T23:00:41 Over 70% of Lagos residents are tenants Josephine Ogundeji https://punchng.com/over-70-of-lagos-residents-are-tenants-redan https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/10003504/Untitled.png NG en Akintoye Adeoye is the new National President of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria. He is promoting the promotion and institutionalisation of the Environmental, Social, and Governance principles within the real estate sector in Nigeria. The primary challenge to homeownership in Nigeria is affordable mortgages. "The new National President of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria, Akintoye Adeoye, says more than 70 per cent of people living in Lagos State are tenants. Adeoye made this observation d...[+4786 chars]" 2025-02-09T22:56:00 Sustainable this year's investment buzzword Nuntawun Polkuamdee https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/investment/2957843/sustainable-this-years-investment-buzzword https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/02/10/5463588_700.jpg TH en Sustainable investments, including through ESG funds, are gaining traction with investors around the world, says Morningstar. This year marks a pivotal moment for the EU as it reviews financial disclosure regulations for sustainability reporting and the business sector must report sustainability information. Donald Trump's administration is expected to roll back ESG-related initiatives in the US. Global fund closures are also expected to accelerate. "Sustainable investments, including through ESG funds, are gaining traction with investors around the world, says Morningstar, describing them as a key trend for 2025. ESG funds are investment funds th...[+11165 chars]" 2025-02-09T21:59:04 Gov't Expands English Disclosure System to Boost Foreign Investment Access Korea Bizwire http://koreabizwire.com/govt-expands-english-disclosure-system-to-boost-foreign-investment-access/306125 http://koreabizwire.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/FSS-097.png KR en According to the Financial Supervisory Service, the number of visits to the English DART system by foreign investors has surged over the past three years. Since July 2024, when the FSS first improved its English disclosure services, investors could check when major filings such as annual reports were submitted, but the full reports remained in Korean. Key elements of financial disclosures, including report tables, structured data fields, and dropdown selections will be accessible in English. A new English-language open data platform provides structured data on 83 types of corporate disclosures. According to the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), the number of visits to the English DART system by foreign investors has surged over the past three years, from 10,589 in 2022 to 39,079 in 2023, ...[+2339 chars] 2025-02-09T21:44:45 The need for a green lending taxonomy Deccan Herald https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/The_need_for_a_green_lending_taxonomy https://i.ytimg.com/vi/H2Z18M0Rv_U/default_live.jpg US en India has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, a pledge made under the Paris Agreement. The banking industry is crucial in achieving this goal. The spotlight often focuses on changes in the energy infrastructure and the manufacturing sector, but also on the banking industry. India has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, a pledge made under the Paris Agreement..While the spotlight often falls on changes in the energy infrastructure and the manufacturing sect...[+38 chars] 2025-02-09T21:24:39 The need for a green lending taxonomy Meera Aranha https://www.deccanherald.com/opinion/the-need-for-a-green-lending-taxonomy-3397602 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-02-09%2Ft5telsgw%2Ffile7zam1xhnic118o7jzcor.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en "As global environmental standards are tightened, Indian banks must align with sustainability to remain competitive and support India's larger environmental goals, according to the report.   . ""Sustainability"" is a term used to refer to a bank's commitment to sustainability." As global environmental standards are tightened, Indian banks must align with sustainability to remain competitive and support India's larger environmental goals. 2025-02-09T18:19:57 SEBI Proposes Stricter Rules for Listed Company Governance IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/sebi-proposes-stricter-rules-listed-companies-strengthen-corporate-governance-735 https://one.newkerala.com/images/r/sebi_iansf.webp IN en SEBI proposes revising the format of the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report (ASCR), setting eligibility criteria for appointing auditors and introducing monetary limits for approvals of Related Party Transactions (RPTs). The regulator has invited public comments on the proposals until February 28th. "SEBI strengthens Annual Secretarial Compliance Report disclosure requirements New auditor appointment guidelines proposed for listed companies Monetary limits introduced for Related Party Transactions...[+2429 chars]" 2025-02-09T18:15:09 Sebi mulls changes in auditors' appointment norms for cos Mpost Bureau https://www.millenniumpost.in/business/sebi-mulls-changes-in-auditors-appointment-norms-for-cos-598065 https://www.millenniumpost.in/images/logo.png IN en Sebi proposes changes to improve the format and content of the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report (ASCR). It also proposes eligibility criteria for the appointment of auditors and inclusion of monetary thresholds for Related Party Transactions (RPTs) approvals. Sebi has sought public comments on the proposals till February 28. New Delhi: To strengthen corporate governance at listed firms, Sebi has proposed a revised format for annual secretarial compliance report, eligibility criteria for the appointment of auditors and inc...[+2920 chars] 2025-02-09T17:58:22 PH adopts sustainable dev't goals, promotes climate finance Manila Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/PH_adopts_sustainable_dev_t_goals_promotes_climate_finance https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2Y43c0AlHb0/0.jpg US en The Philippines is taking significant strides in addressing society's most pressing issues by embracing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and pursuing climate finance initiatives. The nation's commitment is evident in its national policy. . i for confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90. The Philippines is taking significant strides in addressing society's most pressing issues by embracing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and pursuing climate finance initiatives. The nation's ...[+37 chars] 2025-02-09T17:52:01 Slvr Communities unveils RVR as part of EGP 30bn investment plan over five years https://egypt.shafaqna.com/EN/AL/6711693 https://egypt.shafaqna.com/images/newhub-blank-news.png AU en Slvr Communities unveils RVR as part of EGP 30bn investment plan over five years. Ahmed El-Sweisy, Chairperson of Slvr Communities, emphasized Egypt's rapid urban development, which has created strong investment opportunities and fostered the emergence of key real estate players. "Slvr Communities unveils RVR as part of EGP 30bn investment plan over five years Slvr Communities has officially entered Egypt's real estate market, announcing an ambitious EGP 30bn investment strateg...[+416 chars]" 2025-02-09T15:12:26 Schneider Electric bags World's most sustainable corporation Opeyemi Babalola https://guardian.ng/news/schneider-electric-bags-worlds-most-sustainable-corporation https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp-Image-2025-02-08-at-11.19.25_429c9e86.jpg NG en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. The company is a global specialist in energy management and automation. Schneider Electric was the only company to rank first in the Global 100 twice. The Global 100 index is based on quantitative data related to resources, employees, suppliers, sustainable revenues, and investment. "Schneider Electric, global specialist in energy management and automation, has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. According to a statement issued by the com...[+2343 chars]" 2025-02-09T14:36:07 Align under fire for inconsistent activist demands 자작나무 국어 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/044/0000266376 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/044/2025/02/09/0000266376_001_20250209143607132.jpg?type=w800 KR en Korean activist fund Align Partners withdrew its demand for a 90 percent shareholder return rate from Coway in its final submission on Thursday. Industry concerns that the fund may be prioritizing management influence over shareholder value. Coway will review the proposal to ensure it meets legal requirements before including it in the agenda for the general shareholders' meeting in March. "(Align Partners) Korean activist fund Align Partners unexpectedly withdrew its demand for a 90 percent shareholder return rate from Coway in its final submission on Thursday, raising concerns in the i...[+1988 chars]" 2025-02-09T14:29:26 Otter Tail (NASDAQ:OTTR) Could Be A Buy For Its Upcoming Dividend Simply Wall St https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/otter-tail-nasdaq-ottr-could-142926724.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/8825248dd2026431674a1820f2d9889e US en Otter Tail Corporation (NASDAQ:OTTR) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next four days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.525 per share. Last year, Otter Tail distributed US$1.87 to shareholders. It has a trailing yield of 2.4% on the current stock price of US$77.68. It paid out 84% of its free cash flow as dividends last year. It's encouraging to see the company has grown its earnings rapidly, up 28% a year for the past five years. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Otter Tail Corporation (NASDAQ:OTTR) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next four days. The ...[+4150 chars] 2025-02-09T14:17:53 A Rothschild who crusaded for kinder capitalism adjusts to the Trump era James Mackintosh https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/a-rothschild-who-crusaded-for-kinder-capitalism-adjusts-to-the-trump-era-11739110374353.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/09/1600x900/im-04875729_1739110378702_1739110494097.jpg IN en Big companies have turned against diversity and environmental action as they try to curry favor with an anti-woke President Trump. Academics are turning away from the movements embodied by the acronyms DEI and ESG. The turn against ESG is a fascinating case study in how investment fads get going and how they die. Big companies have turned against diversity and environmental action as they try to curry favor with an avowedly anti-woke President Trump. Also turning away from the movements embodied by the acronym...[+5865 chars] 2025-02-09T14:14:42 SEBI proposes stricter rules for listed companies to strengthen corporate governance IBT Business Desk https://www.ibtimes.co.in/sebi-proposes-stricter-rules-listed-companies-strengthen-corporate-governance-879321 https://data1.ibtimes.co.in/en/full/811168/securities-exchange-board-india-sebi-has-proposed-new-rules-improve-corporate-governance.jpg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed new rules to improve corporate governance at listed companies. The proposals focus on revising the format of the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report (ASCR), setting eligibility criteria for appointing auditors, and introducing monetary limits for approvals of Related Party Transactions (RPTs). "The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed new rules to improve corporate governance at listed companies. These proposals focus on revising the format of the Annual Secretarial Com...[+2379 chars]" 2025-02-09T13:22:25 Estimating The Fair Value Of SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW) Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/estimating-fair-value-sjw-group-132225710.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/75340bd02450c906c770b365ea76535b US en Using the Dividend Discount Model, SJW Group's fair value estimate is US$54.89. Analyst price target for SJW is 8.2% above the current share price of US$50.82. The company appears about fair value at a 7.4% discount to where the stock price trades currently. "Using the Dividend Discount Model, SJW Group fair value estimate is US$54.89 SJW Group's US$50.82 share price indicates it is trading at similar levels as its fair value estimate Analyst price target ...[+5613 chars]" 2025-02-09T12:59:37 Watchdog to expand English corporate disclosure info for foreign investors 박상수 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/001/0015200589 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/001/2025/02/09/AEN20250209001600320_01_i_20250209130018959.jpg?type=w800 KR en Watchdog to expand English corporate disclosure info for foreign investors. Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) plans to establish a dedicated infrastructure for English disclosures in the second half of 2025 to put in place a system with high levels of reliability and low-latency. FSS is set to unveil an open English platform, dubbed English Open DART. "English disclosure-expansion Watchdog to expand English corporate disclosure info for foreign investors SEOUL, Feb. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's financial watchdog said Sunday that it will expand corpo...[+1435 chars]" 2025-02-09T12:50:00 Why we need Good Enough Governance Dr Mohammad Kamrul Hasan https://www.tbsnews.net/thoughts/why-we-need-good-enough-governance-1064826 https://www.tbsnews.net/sites/default/files/styles/social_share/public/images/2024/04/04/mohammad-kamrul-hasan_0.png BD en Good Enough Governance is a pragmatic framework for governance reform in developing countries like Bangladesh. It focuses on incremental, context-specific reforms over ambitious governance ideals. It addresses resource and capacity constraints, political instability, and institutional weaknesses. It prioritises reforms that address critical governance gaps and deliver tangible outcomes for the population. "Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI) has shown how focusing on achievable goals rather than attempting to overhaul entire systems can lead to measurable improvements in public welfare. Photo: WHO ...[+7271 chars]" 2025-02-09T12:44:48 Lutnick Says EU ESG Regulations Will Harm U.S. Energy Producers Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/Lutnick_Says_EU_ESG_Regulations_Will_Harm_US_Energy_Producer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/[] US en Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick promises to address concerns about new ESG regulations imposed by the EU on U.S. businesses. He will use all the tools at his disposal to address the concerns.   in response to the EU's new regulations. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick promises to use all the tools at his disposal to address concerns about new ESG regulations imposed by the EU on U.S. businesses. 2025-02-09T12:22:22 Lutnick Says EU ESG Regulations Will Harm U.S. Energy Producers David Blackmon https://blackmon.substack.com/p/lutnick-says-eu-esg-regulations-will https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2f34c13-77bb-42d1-a407-827ba7945392_879x689.png US en Both American and European banks and major investment houses are pulling out of international alliances based on the promotion of environment, sustainability, and governance (ESG) philosophy. Europe's burdensome ESG-based regulatory regime makes it even harder for U.S. companies to do business on the continent. Recent months have seen a flood of both American and European banks and major investment houses pulling out of international alliances based on the promotion of environment, sustainability, and govern...[+1348 chars] 2025-02-09T12:20:17 CSG Systems International (NASDAQ:CSGS) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To $0.32 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/csg-systems-international-nasdaq-csgs-122017425.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/deae7123c305ae121db80b585a5fb9dd US en CSG Systems International, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSGS) will be paying its dividend of $0.32 on the 2nd of April. This makes the dividend yield 2.0%, which is above the industry average. CSGS has grown its earnings per share at 4.0% per annum over the past five years. The company has the option to increase the payout ratio. The board of CSG Systems International, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSGS) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of $0.32 on the 2nd of April, an increased payment from last year's comparable dividend. Th...[+3025 chars] 2025-02-09T12:19:17 Just Four Days Till The J. M. Smucker Company (NYSE:SJM) Will Be Trading Ex-Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/just-four-days-till-j-121917495.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/e15b0d88b0885067ee46b65c5e0ec0bd US en The J.M. Smucker Company (NYSE:SJM) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in four days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$1.08 per share on the 3rd of March. It has a trailing yield of 4.2% on the current share price of US$103.28. It paid out 86% of its earnings as dividends last year, which limits reinvestment in the business and leaves the dividend vulnerable to a business downturn. However, the company has delivered 6.4% dividend growth per year on average over the past 10 years. The J. M. Smucker Company (NYSE:SJM) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in four days. The ex-dividend date is one business day before a company's record date, which is the date on which the company d...[+4485 chars] 2025-02-09T12:19:06 Lutnick Says EU ESG Regulations Will Harm U.S. Energy Producers David Blackmon https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidblackmon/2025/02/09/lutnick-says-eu-esg-regulations-will-harm-us-energy-producers https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a893378ea66207e98e9681/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en President Trump has threatened new tariffs on the European Union. The EU's burdensome ESG-based regulatory regime makes it even harder for U.S. companies to do business on the continent. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has already taken aim at the E.U.'s interference with American energy production. Recent months have seen a flood of both American and European banks and major investment houses pulling out of international alliances based on the promotion of environment, sustainability, and govern...[+6229 chars] 2025-02-09T12:10:02 We Wouldn't Be Too Quick To Buy Enbridge Inc. (TSE:ENB) Before It Goes Ex-Dividend Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/wouldnt-too-quick-buy-enbridge-121002936.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/9a5bfb4a9c183e3237b688cfc04541f0 US en Enbridge Inc. (TSE:ENB) is about to go ex-dividend in 4 days. The company's next dividend payment will be CA$0.9425 per share. In the last year, Enbridge paid out CA$3.66 per share, which is 5.9% on the current share price of CA$63.51. Enbridge distributed an unsustainably high 123% of its profit as dividends to shareholders last year. Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be intrigued to know that Enbridge Inc. (TSE:ENB) is about to go ex-dividend in just 4...[+4708 chars] 2025-02-09T12:09:02 There's A Lot To Like About Gen Digital's (NASDAQ:GEN) Upcoming US$0.125 Dividend Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/theres-lot-gen-digitals-nasdaq-120902918.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/36ca5b522ba2e0a30acf16e5282f313b US en Gen Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:GEN) is about to go ex-dividend in just four days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.125 per share. Gen Digital has a trailing yield of 1.8% on its current stock price of US$27.63. Management reinvested more than half of the company's earnings within the business and has been able to grow earnings with retained capital. Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be intrigued to know that Gen Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:GEN) is about to go ex-dividend in ...[+4816 chars] 2025-02-09T12:09:02 There's A Lot To Like About Gen Digital's (NASDAQ:GEN) Upcoming US$0.125 Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/theres-lot-gen-digitals-nasdaq-120902918.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/36ca5b522ba2e0a30acf16e5282f313b US en Gen Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:GEN) is about to go ex-dividend in just four days. The company's next dividend payment will be US$0.125 per share. Gen Digital has a trailing yield of 1.8% on its current stock price of US$27.63. Management reinvested more than half of the company's earnings within the business and has been able to grow earnings with retained capital. Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be intrigued to know that Gen Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:GEN) is about to go ex-dividend in ...[+4816 chars] 2025-02-09T11:51:04 SEBI Proposes Stricter Rules For Listed Companies Due To THIS Reason... Zee Media Bureau https://zeenews.india.com/economy/sebi-proposes-stricter-rules-for-listed-companies-due-to-this-reason-2856422.html https://english.cdn.zeenews.com/sites/default/files/2025/02/09/1662382-sebi.jpg IN en SEBI proposes new rules to improve corporate governance in listed companies. The key changes include updating the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report (ASCR), setting rules for appointing auditors, and setting limits on Related Party Transactions (RPTs). The SEBI has invited public comments on these proposals until February 28. New Delhi: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed new rules to improve corporate governance in listed companies. The key changes include updating the Annual Secretarial Complia...[+2188 chars] 2025-02-09T11:36:56 Korea FSS Expands English Corporate Disclosure Platform IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/watchdog-expand-english-corporate-disclosure-info-foreign-investors-201 https://one.newkerala.com/images/t/newkerala-com-news250.webp IN en FSS launches enhanced English corporate information platform. New system enables real-time data access for investors. English Open DART to provide 80+ disclosure information types. Dedicated infrastructure planned by late 2025. Acting President emphasises importance of close communication with parliament to expedite the passage of a bill designed to enhance the country's capital markets. "FSS launches enhanced English corporate information platform New system enables real-time data access for investors English Open DART to provide 80+ disclosure information types Dedicated infrastructu...[+1999 chars]" 2025-02-09T11:09:36 Swiss Voters Reject Emission Curbs Over Economic Concerns Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss-voters-reject-emission-curbs-over-economic-concerns/88848881 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/wp-content/uploads/swissinfo-theme/swi-fallback-featured-image.jpg?ver=1738663698 CH en Swiss voters rejected a set of rigid emission limits in a plebiscite. The initiative was launched by the youth wing of Switzerland's Green Party. The country already has a plan to be climate neutral by 2050. Another Young Socialist proposal is expected to be voted on next year. "(Bloomberg) — Swiss voters rejected a set of rigid emission limits in a plebiscite, dismissing a call for more climate protection over fears that it would stymie the economy. The so-called Environment...[+1990 chars]" 2025-02-09T10:30:00 A Rothschild Who Crusaded for Kinder Capitalism Adjusts to the Trump Era James Mackintosh https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/a-rothschild-who-crusaded-for-kinder-capitalism-adjusts-to-the-trump-era-0be46005 https://images.wsj.net/im-04875729/social US en Big companies have turned against diversity and environmental action to curry favor with an anti-woke President Trump. Academics are turning away from the acronyms DEI and ESG. Lynn Forester de Rothschild raised funds for Hillary Clinton's White House campaign and roped in Charles III and the pope to reform capitalism a decade ago. Big companies have turned against diversity and environmental action as they try to curry favor with an avowedly anti-woke President Trump. Also turning away from the movements embodied by the acronym...[+344 chars] 2025-02-09T08:43:28 AI, ESG, and digital transformation: Unlocking Nigeria's path to a trillion-dollar economy Feyisayo Ogunyemi https://businessday.ng/opinion/article/ai-esg-and-digital-transformation-unlocking-nigerias-path-to-a-trillion-dollar-economy https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/10-things-to-know-about-Africas-digital-transformation-and-its-712-bn-projection.jpg NG en Nigeria wants to become a trillion-dollar economy. The government has placed technology, innovation, and financial sustainability at the forefront of its economic agenda. 21 percent of Nigeria's projected GDP growth is expected to come from the information and communications technology (ICT) sector. A recent study explores how AI, blockchain, and predictive analytics can enhance corporate sustainability and financial resilience. "Introduction As Nigeria aims to become a trillion-dollar economy, strategic investments in artificial intelligence (AI), environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting, and digital transformati...[+6082 chars]" 2025-02-09T08:24:15 SGL Carbon (ETR:SGL) investors are sitting on a loss of 35% if they invested three years ago Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/sgl-carbon-etr-sgl-investors-082415619.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/8e5b7feff946a5236949391477b36a92 US en SGL Carbon SE's share price is down 35% in the last three years. It's down 16% in about a quarter. Last year shareholders had a total loss of 34%, against a market gain of about 18%. The company's revenue and earnings are flat over the last 3 years. SGL Carbon has improved its bottom line lately. As an investor its worth striving to ensure your overall portfolio beats the market average. But if you try your hand at stock picking, you risk returning less than the market. Unfortunately, that's b...[+3523 chars] 2025-02-09T05:17:39 Sebi mulls changes in secretarial compliance report format, auditors' appointment norms for cos list.metadata.agency https://www.livemint.com/focus/sebi-mulls-changes-in-secretarial-compliance-report-format-auditors-appointment-norms-for-cos-11739078259680.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/10/1600x900/news_focus_2_1733817788528_1733817802330.jpg IN en Sebi proposes a revised format for annual secretarial compliance report, eligibility criteria for the appointment of auditors, and inclusion of monetary thresholds for Related Party Transactions (RPTs) approvals. The Securities and Exchange Board of India has sought public comments on the proposals till February 28. New Delhi, Feb 9 (PTI) To strengthen corporate governance at listed firms, Sebi has proposed a revised format for annual secretarial compliance report, eligibility criteria for the appointment of audi...[+3290 chars] 2025-02-09T05:17:30 U.S. Healthcare Companies May Be Overlooking Environmental Responsibility in A.I. Boom Golden Gate Media https://www.newsbreak.com/golden-gate-media-1351221/3797863545828-u-s-healthcare-companies-may-be-overlooking-environmental-responsibility-in-a-i-boom https://img.particlenews.com/img/id/1Vv2jG_0ykosjnU00 PH en As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly transforms healthcare, companies in the U.S. may be neglecting their environmental responsibilities. GlobalData's Strategic Intelligence: ESG Sentiment Polls Q4 2024 found that 45% of respondents believe companies implement environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies primarily due to legislation. As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly transforms healthcare, companies across the United States may be neglecting environmental responsibilities, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytic...[+749 chars] 2025-02-09T05:00:00 Editorial: Here are some companies that no longer support DEI. Why are you still supporting them? https://www.phillytrib.com/commentary/editorial-here-are-some-companies-that-no-longer-support-dei-why-are-you-still-supporting/article_47878379-c1f7-5b63-8b77-b5857b1769d2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/phillytrib.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/7c/27c9a1ef-f305-5809-8c50-944e98a6e741/67a3b9e3505be.image.jpg?crop=1024%2C538%2C0%2C72&resize=1024%2C538&order=crop%2Cresize US en A growing number of US companies have scaled back or eliminated Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The retreat from DEI began after a June 2023 U.S. Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in college admissions and accelerated after President Donald Trump's executive orders against all federal diversity initiatives. "A growing number of prominent US companies have announced they have scaled back or eliminated Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Their retreat from DEI began after a June 2023 U.S. Sup...[+173 chars]" 2025-02-09T04:43:00 Companies Across the U.S. Cutting DEI Budgets Citing New Political Climate Nationally Golden Gate Media https://www.newsbreak.com/golden-gate-media-1351221/3797838996397-companies-across-the-u-s-cutting-dei-budgets-citing-new-political-climate-nationally https://img.particlenews.com/img/id/3r1fkd_0yknJYUz00 PH en A survey by Resume.org found that companies nationwide are scaling back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in 2025. Shifts in the political climate, economic concerns and difficulty measuring DEI's return on investment are the main reasons for cutbacks. However, 65% of businesses plan to maintain their current DEI budgets and 22% intend to increase funding. A recent survey by Resume.org found that companies nationwide are scaling back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in 2025. The study, which surveyed 1,000 businesses with DEI initiatives ...[+564 chars] 2025-02-09T04:29:20 Watchdog to expand English corporate disclosure info for foreign investors The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/business/watchdog-to-expand-english-corporate-disclosure-info-for-foreign-investors-943757 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2025/02/09/1521864-watchdog.jpg IN en The Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) will expand corporate information in English to help increase foreign investors' access to disclosure. A new English data platform will also be launched. Acting President Choi Sang-mok has emphasised the importance of close communication with parliament to expedite the passage of a bill to enhance the country's capital markets. "Seoul: South Korea's financial watchdog said on Sunday that it will expand corporate information in English to help increase foreign investors' access to disclosure. The Financial Supervisory Service ...[+1941 chars]" 2025-02-09T03:06:49 Essex Property Trust Announces Pricing of $400 Million Senior Notes OfferingOn February 6, 2025, Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESS) disclosed the details of an underwriting agreement entered into by the company and its operating partnership, Esse Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/09/essex-property-trust-announces-pricing-of-400-million-senior-notes-offeringon-february-6-2025-essex-property-trust-inc-nyse-ess-disclosed-the-details-of-an-underwriting-agreement-entered-into.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/essex-property-trust-inc-logo-1200x675.png?v=20240202075156&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Essex Property Trust, Inc is a fully integrated real estate investment trust that acquires, develops, redevelops, and manages multifamily residential properties in selected West Coast markets. Essex has ownership interests in 252 apartment communities comprising approximately 62,000 apartment homes with an additional property in active development. "This article was generated by an automated content engine and was reviewed by a human editor prior to publication. For additional information, read Essex Property Trust's 8K filing here. Essex Propert...[+375 chars]" 2025-02-09T02:30:00 ESG Increasingly All-embracing in Business Sphere Gary J. Morrell https://bbj.hu/business/esg-increasingly-all-embracing-in-business-sphere https://bbj.hu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Liberty-mixed-use-complex-by-Wiing-Hlinka-Zsolt-1-1.jpg HU en The EU Taxonomy is a classification system that aims to clarify which economic activities are environmentally sustainable in the context of the European Green Deal. According to the UN,'sustainable development' requires an integrated approach that takes into consideration environmental concerns and economic development. Companies will be subject to ESG reporting obligations starting from this year. "The idea is that this will lead to long-term investments in sustainable business. The term has become increasingly prominent in the business, economic, social and political environment and in society ...[+6708 chars]" 2025-02-09T00:00:00 A Rothschild Who Crusaded for Kinder Capitalism Adjusts to the Trump Era Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/A_Rothschild_Who_Crusaded_for_Kinder_Capitalism_Adjusts_to_t https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Lynn Forester de Rothschild said that ESG investing to push companies to treat the environment and workers better is no longer the right approach. She said it's no longer a good idea to invest in companies to push them to improve the environment or workers' rights. Lynn Forester de Rothschild said that ESG investing to push companies to treat the environment and workers better is no longer the right approach. 2025-02-09T00:00:00 How Filipino lifestyle brands are leading the green movement Manila Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/How_Filipino_lifestyle_brands_are_leading_the_green_movement https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en In recent years, businesses worldwide have embraced sustainability through environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. In the Philippines, more local lifestyle brands are adopting eco-friendly methods to address environmental issues while promoting economic and social growth for a sustainable future. In recent years, businesses worldwide have embraced sustainability through environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Brands are adopting eco-friendly methods to address environmental issu...[+119 chars] 2025-02-09T00:00:00 Sebi mulls changes in secretarial compliance report format, auditors' appointment norms for cos The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/Sebi_mulls_changes_in_secretarial_compliance_report_format_a https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/[] US en To strengthen corporate governance at listed firms, Sebi proposes a revised format for the annual report of the board of directors of the listed firms. Sebi has proposed a revised form for the report of board members of the boards of directors at the listed companies. To strengthen corporate governance at listed firms, Sebi has proposed a revised format for 2025-02-09T00:00:00 SEBI Proposes Stricter Rules For Listed Companies To Strengthen Corporate Governance MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/SEBI_Proposes_Stricter_Rules_For_Listed_Companies_To_Strengt_r https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Board of India has proposed new rules to improve corporate governance at listed companies. The proposals focus on revising the current rules. i.e. revising them to improve the corporate governance of listed companies in the country. (MENAFN - IANS) New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed new rules to improve corporate governance at listed companies.These proposals focus on revising 2025-02-09T00:00:00 SEBI sets sights on global ESG standards for India Inc Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/09/SEBI_sets_sights_on_global_ESG_standards_for_India_Inc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Board of India is revamping its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) standards to align with internationally recognised environmental, social, and governance (ESG) norms. The regulator has set up a research team that includes a sustainability expert. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is working on revamping its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) standards to align with internationally recognised environment...[+108 chars] 2025-02-09T00:00:00 Southeast Bank approves Tk 1,000 crore bond Staff Correspondent https://www.newagebd.net/post/banking/257566/southeast-bank-approves-tk-1000-crore-bond https://outspoken.newagebd.com/files/img/202502/17a8632db90ec147a0f126b07e608da3_og.jpg BD en Southeast Bank Limited has announced the issuance of a fully redeemable, non-convertible, unsecured, floating-rate subordinated bond for Tk 1,000 crore. The board of directors of the bank recently approved the issuance. The bond is expected to play a key role in enhancing the bank's regulatory capital base. "Southeast Bank Limited has announced the issuance of a fully redeemable, non-convertible, unsecured, floating-rate subordinated bond as part of its efforts to enhance the bank's Tier-II capital. The b...[+1306 chars]" 2025-02-08T23:31:59 ESG and anti-ESG v. Fiduciary Duty Mary Pat Campbell https://marypatcampbell.substack.com/p/esg-and-anti-esg-v-fiduciary-duty https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-video.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fvideo_upload%2Fpost%2F156541225%2F65e931ba-0657-40ec-a7fc-93cd6b833a72%2Ftranscoded-1739057248.png US en A federal judge in Texas ruled that American Airlines violated federal law by basing investment decisions for its employee retirement plan on environmental, social and other non-financial factors. The Labor Department finalized a rule that empowers retirement plan sponsors to invest based on environmental and social and governance (ESG) factors. A look at some recent stories on ESG (Economic, Social, and Governance factors) and investments for retirement funds: one from a private sector defined contribution plan, and two states running into i...[+17497 chars] 2025-02-08T23:22:34 Dominique Méda: 'What Europe needs is not a simplification shock, but an ambition shock' Dominique Méda https://www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2025/02/09/dominique-meda-what-europe-needs-is-not-a-simplification-shock-but-an-ambition-shock_6737945_23.html https://img.lemde.fr/2024/05/15/0/58/4884/3256/1440/960/60/0/d37bf76_2024-05-15t164409z-1763780163-rc2zkz9raxx4-rtrmadp-3-ukraine-crisis-eu-russia.JPG FR en Commission president Ursula von der Leyen delivered a speech on January 29. She was talking about an EU Competitiveness Compass. It is intended to set the course for the next five years. The main elements that made Europe the leader in environmental and social transition will be swept away. At a time when attempts to destabilize Europe are stepping up, when an American business leader is interfering in the German legislative election campaign in support of a far-right party (after making...[+1910 chars] 2025-02-08T22:27:38 CEB records highest ESG, now among most sustainable carriers Itchie G. Cabayan https://journal.com.ph/ceb-records-highest-esg-now-among-most-sustainable-carriers https://journal.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Sustainable-carriers-825x550.jpg PH en Cebu Pacific (CEB) recorded its highest Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance to date, garnering a rating of 46 for its 2024 S&P Global ESG Score. CEB recorded a 17-point increase in its environmental score, rising from 26 to 43 points. The airline also remains a leader in social performance, scoring 51 points. Cebu Pacific (CEB) announced having recorded its highest Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance to date, garnering a rating of 46 for its 2024 S&P Global ESG Score and thus gains its ...[+2382 chars] 2025-02-08T22:16:46 India Glycols rejigs business, eyes strong growth potential Rajiv Kapoor https://sundayguardianlive.com/business/india-glycols-rejigs-business-eyes-strong-growth-potential https://sundayguardianlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1-7.jpg IN en India Glycols Ltd has announced that it is entering into a scheme of arrangement to restructure the company. The promoter family will merge Kashipur Holding Ltd with India Glycol Ltd. The promoters will be directly holding 60.2% in each of the 3 companies. The shares of IGL Spirits and Ennature Bio Pharma Ltd will be listed on both the NSE and BSE stock exchanges subject to necessary approvals. India Glycols was established as a mono-ethylene glycol plant in 1983 and is now manufacturing green technology-based bulk, specialty, and performance chemicals and natural gums, spirits, industrial g...[+2827 chars] 2025-02-08T22:08:29 BlackRock does U-turn over net zero as it scales back on woke investing This is Money https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/BlackRock_does_Uturn_over_net_zero_as_it_scales_back_on_woke_p https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/[] US en BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, has declared there is no longer any need to shout about net zero. The firm's boss, Larry Fink, was previously a vocal advocate of net zero, but he has now changed his mind. BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, has declared there is no longer any need to shout about net zero in the latest sign of its retreat from so-called woke capitalism.The firm's boss, Larry F...[+39 chars] 2025-02-08T21:50:12 BlackRock does U-turn over net zero as it scales back on woke investing JOHN-PAUL FORD ROJAS https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/markets/article-14375197/BlackRock-does-U-turn-net-zero-scales-woke-investing.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/08/17/95005263-0-image-m-85_1739034588919.jpg GB en BlackRock has withdrawn from the Net Zero Asset Managers group committed to the goal of net zero emissions by 2050. It is the latest sign of its retreat from so-called woke capitalism. Larry Fink, the firm's boss, was previously a vocal advocate of the need for action to address climate change. "BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, has declared there is no longer any need to shout about net zero in the latest sign of its retreat from so-called woke capitalism. The firm's boss, Larry ...[+2692 chars]" 2025-02-08T21:30:21 NYC mayoral race: Climate change, Adams' ICE policies top Democratic primary challengers debate archyde https://www.archyde.com/nyc-mayoral-race-climate-change-adams-ice-policies-top-democratic-primary-challengers-debate https://example.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/amny_MayoralCandidatesForum_020625-4.jpg US en The candidates for New York's mayor are focusing on climate action and immigration policies. They are former Comptroller Scott Stringer, current Comptroller Brad Lander, state Senators Jessica Ramos and Zellnor Myrie, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani. They discussed a range of pressing issues, including Local Law 95, which mandates carbon emission reductions for large buildings, the termination of renewable energy credits, and the opposition to the Iroquois pipeline expansion project. They also discussed plans for transitioning 100 city schools to all-electricity heating by 2030 and divesting the city pension fund from fossil fuel companies. "Table of Contents Five Democratic candidates vying for⁢ the mayoralty of New ‍York City focused on climate action and ​immigration policies at‍ the 'Climate Jobs Justice' ​forum held⁣ on February 6th ...[+12838 chars]" 2025-02-08T20:52:31 It's easy to conclude the era of DEI is over — but it's not Charles Gasparino https://nypost.com/2025/02/08/business/its-easy-to-conclude-the-era-of-dei-is-over-but-its-not https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/deupor1.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is the practice of using race and so-called intersectionality like gender preferences in hiring. The Trump administration has ended DEI in government and federal contracting and SCOTUS in 2023 ruled that racial preferences in college admissions are illegal. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg ditched DEI. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon believes DEI is a corporate necessity because it's good for society and good for business. "It's easy to conclude that the era of diversity, equity and inclusion — the practice of using race and so-called intersectionality like gender preferences in hiring — is dead. But it's not. In fact, D...[+5488 chars]" 2025-02-08T16:36:57 Accenture scraps DEI goals The Manila Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/Accenture_scraps_DEI_goals https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en "ACCENTURE has scrapped its global diversity and inclusion goals after an evaluation of the changing US political landscape. The company will start ""sunsetting"" the diversity goals it had set for people of specific demographic groups, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters. " ACCENTURE has scrapped its global diversity and inclusion goals after an evaluation of the changing US political landscape, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters on Friday.The company will sta...[+81 chars] 2025-02-08T15:39:51 A New Regulatory Environment for Climate and Other ESG Reporting Rules archyde https://www.archyde.com/a-new-regulatory-environment-for-climate-and-other-esg-reporting-rules https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/new-shield-facebook.png US en The European Union's Corporate Sustainability reporting Directive (CSRD) came into force on January 5, 2023. The CSRD requires companies to disclose not only the financial impact of ESG factors but also the impact their operations have on society. California has implemented a series of stringent climate reporting mandates for businesses. "Table of Contents The burgeoning field of ‍Environmental, Social,‍ and Governance (ESG) reporting is facing increased scrutiny and evolving regulations globally. ​from the stalled SEC climate ‌rule in...[+15482 chars]" 2025-02-08T15:21:46 SEBI to tighten norms for related party transactions, statutory auditors Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/SEBI_to_tighten_norms_for_related_party_transactions_statuto https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/[] US en SEBI proposes a tighter framework for related party transactions (RPTs) carried out by companies. RPTs of material subsidiaries may require audit committee approval when transactions exceed 10% of the total value of the company's business.   SEBI has proposed a tighter framework for related party transactions (RPTs) carried out by companies.RPTs of material subsidiaries may require audit committee approval when transactions exceed 10 per ...[+4 chars] 2025-02-08T14:42:51 Otti Charges Executive Council Members To Sustain Momentum, Accelerate Execution The Whistler https://thewhistler.ng/otti-charges-executive-council-members-to-sustain-momentum-accelerate-execution https://thewhistler.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Abia-State-Governor-Alex-Otti.jpg NG en Alex Otti is the Governor of Abia State. He is speaking at the first Executive Council retreat for 2025. The theme of the retreat is 'Sustaining the Momentum, Accelerating Execution' and emphasizes the need to maintain the current pace of progress while also driving innovation. "444 SHARES Share Tweet [mc4wp_form id=33047] The Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti has urged members of the Executive Council to remain focused and committed to the state's governance agenda, emphasiz...[+2256 chars]" 2025-02-08T14:36:00 GM, Pepsi, Amazon Appear To Remove Some References To DEI From Annual Reports—Here Are All The Companies Rolling Back DEI Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/02/08/gm-pepsi-amazon-appear-to-remove-some-references-to-dei-from-annual-reports-here-are-all-the-companies-rolling-back-dei https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a6604926db5fd445c91fb5/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=4183,2352,x0,y294,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en GM, Pepsi, Google, Disney, GE, Intel, PayPal, Chipotle and Comcast have removed references to diversity, equity and inclusion from their 2024 annual reports to investors. Accenture said it would no longer use diversity targets in hiring and promoting. McDonald's announced it would abandon specific diversity targets, cease participation in external surveys that measure company demographics and rename its diversity team to Global Inclusion Team. The Smithsonian Institution told employees its diversity office is closing as a 'first step' to address Trump's new federal policy that declared DEI programs as 'dangerous' and 'demeaning'. Target, which had already curbed its LGBTQ Pride merchandise line in response to conservative backlash, announced it Companies including GM, Pepsi and Amazon have removed some—or all—references to diversity, equity and inclusion from annual reports, marking the latest major company policy changes in a wave of backla...[+17073 chars] 2025-02-08T14:02:23 TMX Group (TSE:X) Is Increasing Its Dividend To CA$0.20 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/tmx-group-tse-x-increasing-140223405.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/353e38c56b572ac874fd8ad4f8da77b6 US en TMX Group Limited (TSE:X) will be paying its dividend of CA$0.20 on the 7th of March, an increased payment from last year's comparable dividend. The payment will take the dividend yield to 1.6%, which is in line with the average for the industry. TMX Group has grown earnings per share at 14% per year over the past five years. The company's payout ratio could be 46% by next year. The board of TMX Group Limited (TSE:X) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of CA$0.20 on the 7th of March, an increased payment from last year's comparable dividend. The payment will tak...[+3103 chars] 2025-02-08T13:47:45 Vietnam approves carbon market development initiative The World https://en.baoquocte.vn/vietnam-approves-carbon-market-development-initiative-303643.html https://cdn.baoquocte.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/012025/25/15/in_social/thi-diem-thanh-lap-va-phat-trien-thi-truong-carbon-tai-viet-nam-tu-nam-2025-20250125153412.jpg?randTime=1739023143 VN en Vietnam will develop a carbon market to meet greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets. The pilot phase of the project will run from 2025 to 2028 and the market will launch nationwide in 2029. The project introduces two primary market commodities: Greenhouse Gas Emission Quotas and Certified Carbon Credits, which will be tradable. "Vietnam will develop carbon market to meet greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets. (Source: baochinhphu) The project's primary goal is to establish a carbon market in Vietnam to help meet gre...[+1568 chars]" 2025-02-08T13:12:34 Climate commission pushes green economy targets READ NEXT https://globalnation.inquirer.net/263648/climate-commission-pushes-green-economy-targets https://globalnation.inquirer.net/files/2025/02/Climate-Change-Commission.png PH en The Climate Change Commission (CCC) reaffirmed the Philippines' dedication to climate action through green economic pathways. The CCC made the commitment as it gathered on Jan. 31 key figures from the government, business and international organizations to fast-track the country's transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy. The Climate Change Commission (CCC) has reaffirmed the Philippines' dedication to climate action through green economic pathways. The CCC made the commitment as it gathered on Jan. 31 key figures from...[+801 chars] 2025-02-08T13:00:02 Delaware Law Has Entered the Culture War Lauren Hirsch https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/08/business/dealbook/delaware-law-has-entered-the-culture-war.html https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/02/08/business/08DB-DELAWARE/08DB-DELAWARE-facebookJumbo.jpg US en Dropbox and Meta are considering moving their incorporated companies outside of Delaware. Elon Musk and Kathaleen McCormick, the chancellor of the Delaware Chancery Court rejected his pay package. Last year, Frank Shawe, the C.E.O. of the language and business services company TransPerfect, mounted a multi-year campaign against Delaware after the court effectively seized his business. "The clubby insular world of corporate law has entered the culture war. First, Elon Musk started railing against Delaware, which for more than a century has been known as the home of corporate law, aft...[+14518 chars]" 2025-02-08T11:42:17 Local business reluctant to invest, innovate Evgenia Tzortzi https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1260920/local-business-reluctant-to-invest-innovate https://www.ekathimerini.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Business_Shutterstock-960x600.jpg?v=1696965207 GR en Grant Thornton survey shows that Greek businesses are reluctant to invest. Eurobank Group CEO Fokion Karavias urged Greece to move faster and more decisively in the investment sector. Greece needs a 9% increase in investments each year until the end of the decade in real terms. Many Greek businesses are too reluctant to invest, which would help Greece plug its investment gap, the latest survey by Grant Thornton on the expectations of local entrepreneurs for the next 12 month...[+2023 chars] 2025-02-08T10:00:00 Norfolk Frontier Agriculture event explores Natural Capital Chris Hill https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/24918689.norfolk-frontier-agriculture-event-explores-natural-capital https://www.edp24.co.uk/resources/images/19065139.jpg?type=og-image GB en Farming firm Frontier Agriculture held its annual winter meeting at Barnham Broom hotel, between Norwich and Dereham. It discussed topics including grain markets, crop trials and fertiliser optimisation. There was also guidance on how to approach emerging private and public funding streams for environment work on farms. Farming firm Frontier Agriculture discussed topics including grain markets, crop trials and fertiliser optimisation during its annual winter meeting at Barnham Broom hotel, between Norwich and Dereham...[+2589 chars] 2025-02-08T09:45:09 Tunisia: Société Générale abandons plans to sell its stake in UIB https://en.africanmanager.com/tunisia-societe-generale-abandons-plans-to-sell-its-stake-in-uib https://cdnen.africanmanager.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/uib.jpg TN en Société Générale, which holds a 52.34% stake in Union Internationale de Banques, will focus its efforts on strengthening UIB's positioning, driving its transformation and supporting its growth to serve the Tunisian economy, with the backing of its co-shareholders. The Union Internationale de Banques (UIB) announced that during its Board of Directors meeting held on February 7, 2025, Société Générale—which holds a 52.34% stake in UIB—recalled that it had been ex...[+635 chars] 2025-02-08T09:27:13 With a 10.1% yield, should I buy this FTSE 250 income stock? The Motley Fool https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/With_a_101_yield_should_I_buy_this_FTSE_250_income_stock https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/[] US en Ashmore Group's (LSE:ASHM) a relatively unknown income stock that tends to keep a low profile. In 2024, Ashmore made 20 stock exchange announcements. If mandatory releases about shareholdings in the company — and changes in directors — are made, the company will be more active. Ashmore Group's (LSE:ASHM) a relatively unknown income stock that tends to keep a low profile. In 2024, it only made 20 stock exchange announcements. If the mandatory releases about shareholdings in t...[+39 chars] 2025-02-08T09:22:56 SPDR S&P Emerging Markets SmallCap ETF (NYSEARCA:EWX) Shares Bought by Stratos Wealth Partners LTD. Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/08/spdr-sp-emerging-markets-smallcap-etf-nysearcaewx-shares-bought-by-stratos-wealth-partners-ltd.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/spdr-sp-emerging-markets-smallcap-etf-logo-1200x675.png?v=20210723103157&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Stratos Wealth Partners LTD. increased its stake in SPDR S&P Emerging Markets SmallCap ETF by 5.0%. The firm owned 47,611 shares of the company's stock at the end of the 4th quarter. AdvisorNet Financial Inc bought a new stake in the company during the 4TH quarter worth about $81,000. Assetmark Inc. raised its stake by 3,430.8% in the 3rd quarter and now owns 1,836 shares. Stratos Wealth Partners LTD. lifted its holdings in shares of SPDR S&P Emerging Markets SmallCap ETF (NYSEARCA:EWX ) by 5.0% in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure ...[+2283 chars] 2025-02-08T09:00:19 Five essential skills every modern leader must develop Chisom Michael https://businessday.ng/bd-weekender/article/five-essential-skills-every-modern-leader-must-develop https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Five-essential-skills-every-modern-leader-must-develop.png NG en In today's evolving business environment, leadership requires more than authority or technical expertise. Emotional intelligence and digital fluency are essential skills for modern leaders. Inclusivity and diversity advocacy are essential for organisational success. Visionary thinking is critical for leaders who embrace change and innovation. In today's evolving business environment, leadership requires more than authority or technical expertise. The modern workplace, shaped by technology, cultural shifts, and global developments, demands ...[+3218 chars] 2025-02-08T09:00:00 With a 10.1% yield, should I buy this FTSE 250 income stock? James Beard https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/10-1-yield-buy-ftse-090000431.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/eUCDg5qnvqWJpnGN4wTv2Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fool.co.uk/e29ae8d1cf8bea38f2c4ceca2426f8e3 US en Ashmore Group's (LSE:ASHM) makes its money by charging fees for managing investments in over 70 emerging markets. It's the third highest-yielding stock in the FTSE 350 with a 10.1% yield. However, its assets under management (AuM) have been steadily declining in recent years. Ashmore Group's (LSE:ASHM) a relatively unknown income stock that tends to keep a low profile. In 2024, it only made 20 stock exchange announcements. If the mandatory releases about shareholdings in t...[+3703 chars] 2025-02-08T08:30:00 Angela Rayner urged to unleash ‘pent-up demand' to invest in Britain Szu Ping Chan https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/angela-rayner-urged-unleash-pent-083000080.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/gCFhtY.BfXsxRkhmZ1HfYQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NTA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_telegraph_258/1b57646be44ee3629df3626d0e3b5d70 US en Antonio Simoes warned Angela Rayner to do more to speed up the planning process. He said there is a lot of pent-up demand for investment in the UK. Mr Simoes called on Labour to be more business-friendly. L&G sold its US life assurance business to Japanese insurer Meiji Yasuda for £1.8bn. "Angela Rayner must do more to tear up the planning red tape that is holding back the economy, the boss of Legal & General has warned. Antonio Simoes said planning decisions were too long and drawn out...[+2596 chars]" 2025-02-08T08:30:00 Employer of the Year award opens for entries https://www.eadt.co.uk/news/24912145.eadt-business-awards-employer-year https://www.eadt.co.uk/resources/images/19055650.jpg?type=og-image&xType=0&yType=640 GB en Ashtons Legal is sponsoring the Employer of the Year category of the EADT Business Awards 2025. It is the ninth year in a row that Ashtons has been involved in the business awards. The firm is committed to being a responsible business and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. It has welcomed more than 50 new members of staff in 2024 and an additional partner in January this year. "This award is a chance for businesses to show they prioritise employee engagement and wellbeing. Craig Fiddaman, partner at Ashtons Legal, which is sponsoring the award, said the firm really enjoys be...[+3090 chars]" 2025-02-08T08:06:58 Dublin-headquartered Accenture drops diversity targets citing Trump's orders https://www.businesspost.ie/news/dublin-headquartered-accenture-drops-diversity-targets-citing-trumps-orders https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=9e885877-0e2b-5630-8c56-0c3f0945897f&type=preview&function=original IE en Dublin-headquartered Accenture drops diversity targets citing Trump's orders. Company's chief executive said it must comply with the executive order from the White House.  Business Post, Business Post and Business Post, Business Post. Business Post "Companies Dublin-headquartered Accenture drops diversity targets citing Trump's orders Company's chief executive said it must comply with executive order from the White House Business Post 08:05" 2025-02-08T07:35:00 Oculis Publishes Notifications of Transactions by Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities and Persons Closely Associated Feb. 8, 2025 07:35 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6032791 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The notifications relate to the vesting of earnout shares and the associated removal of restrictions on these ordinary shares in Zug, Switzerland, Feb. 08, 2025.   Â . - For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch. "ZUG, Switzerland, Feb. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The attached notifications relate to the vesting of earnout shares and associated removal of restrictions on these ordinary shares. Attachments" 2025-02-08T07:21:06 Transforming Carbon Markets Equitably BW Online Bureau https://www.businessworld.in/article/transforming-carbon-markets-equitably-547229 https://static.businessworld.in/1698936380_fhUcI1_climate_change.jpg IN en Jasmeet Singh is the Founder and Director of Fair Climate Fund India (FCF India). He has devoted his career to bridging the gap between smallholder farmers and global carbon markets. FCF India mobilises at least 60% of carbon revenues directly to the communities. It is looking to expand its footprint to Asia and Africa. In an era of unprecedented climate challenges, Jasmeet Singh is among the champions for sustainable solutions. As the Founder and Director of Fair Climate Fund India (FCF India), Singh has devoted his...[+2586 chars] 2025-02-08T07:14:05 KAL Group Limited (JSE:KAL) Looks Interesting, And It's About To Pay A Dividend Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/kal-group-limited-jse-kal-071405674.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/3829cb7087cb975499acbf864a31c943 US en KAL Group Limited (JSE:KAL) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next three days. The company's next dividend payment will be R01.26 per share. KAL Group paid out 32% of its profit last year and 18% of the free cash flow. Its earnings per share are up 7.2% per annum over the last five years. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see KAL Group Limited (JSE:KAL) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next three days. The ex-divid...[+4733 chars] 2025-02-08T07:09:44 EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong FFO Growth and ... Guru Focus News https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/eastgroup-properties-inc-egp-q4-070944646.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/94a95e888939f435d9b5bc08c7a549d5 US en Funds from Operations (FFO) increased 5.9% for Q4 and 7.9%. Same Store NOI increased 3.4% for the quarter and 5.6%. Year-end leasing was at 97.1% with occupancy at 96.1%. The company acquired four fully leased buildings in Dallas and Phoenix, expanding its presence in key markets. Development starts are projected to pick up in the second half of the year. The company issued equity at a price slightly below NAV. "Funds from Operations (FFO): Increased 5.9% for Q4 and 7.9% for the year. FFO per Share: $2.15 for Q4, up from $2.03 in the same quarter last year. Year-end Leasing: 97.1% with occupancy at 96.1%. Ave...[+3630 chars]" 2025-02-08T06:21:28 ESG Compliance For MSMEs: Navigating Sustainability In Global Trade Soumya Sehgal Bhutani https://www.businessworld.in/article/esg-compliance-for-msmes-navigating-sustainability-in-global-trade-547381 https://static.businessworld.in/1738922051273 (1)_20250208113653_original_image_36.webp IN en ESG compliance is becoming a critical aspect of global trade. Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are now facing growing pressure to integrate ESG principles into their operations. MSMEs often struggle with limited resources, lack of expertise, and the absence of a standardised ESG framework tailored to their needs. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance is increasingly becoming a critical aspect of global trade. While large corporations have long been held accountable for their sustainability pra...[+3679 chars] 2025-02-08T06:13:44 Generous Bonuses Awarded to Costco Executives for Achieving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Goals Internewscast https://internewscast.com/news/us/generous-bonuses-awarded-to-costco-executives-for-achieving-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-goals https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/08/01/94989275-14374185-Costco_has_handed_out_hundreds_of_thousands_of_dollars_worth_in_-a-6_1738976627055.jpg NG en Executives raked in a total of at least $217,333 between 2021 and 2024 for achieving social and environmental goals. The targets were based around'metrics concerning diversity, equity and inclusion, resource consumption, and other environmental-related areas'. The current CEO Ron Vachris scooped a $93,333 bonus last year, while other executives were handed $24,000 each. "Share this @internewscast.com Costco dished out huge bonuses to executives who hit 'metrics concerning diversity', a report has revealed. Top bosses raked in a total of at least $217,333 between 2021 ...[+2744 chars]" 2025-02-08T04:02:50 Youth Climate Council Ghana rejects Parliament's plan to use carbon funds for MPs' pensions https://www.myjoyonline.com/youth-climate-council-ghana-rejects-parliaments-plan-to-use-carbon-funds-for-mps-pensions https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/YCC-Ghana.jpg GH en Parliament proposed to use carbon credit market revenue to fund MPs' pension schemes. Youth Climate Council Ghana (YCC) has strongly condemned the proposal. The youth-led organisation has labelled the move as a violation of Ghana's climate commitments and a dangerous misallocation of resources meant for sustainability initiatives. It has asked Parliament to revoke the proposal and prioritise environmental and economic sustainability over short-term political convenience. The Youth Climate Council Ghana (YCC) has strongly condemned a recent proposal by Parliament to fund Members of Parliament's (MPs) pension schemes using revenue from the country's carbon credit market...[+2961 chars] 2025-02-08T03:46:00 Dyal Singh College hosts conference on green economies, women entrepreneurship HT Correspondent https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/chandigarh-news/dyal-singh-college-hosts-conference-on-green-economies-women-entrepreneurship-101738950628097.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/07/1600x900/Principal-Ashima-Gakhar-said-that-there-is-a-need-_1738950619733.jpg IN en Dyal Singh College, Karnal hosted an international conference on inclusive green economies: women, entrepreneurship, and environmental concerns on Friday. The conference witnessed 488 registrations from scholars and academicians from eighteen Indian states and nine countries. Professors from the University Grants Commission, Delhi University, Panjab University and Kurukshetra University attended as keynote speakers. Dyal Singh College, Karnal on Friday hosted an international multidisciplinary conference on inclusive green economies: women, entrepreneurship, and environmental concerns that brought together expert...[+1354 chars] 2025-02-08T03:20:14 The 10 A Model of leadership excellence Jonah Nyoni https://www.newsday.co.zw/opinion-analysis/article/200038017/the-10-a-model-of-leadership-excellence https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2025/02/nGOKcHdB7jARWvZGYga7GCgNePJ4PwJ9XXlgknZK.gif ZW en In today's fast-paced and competitive business landscape, effective leadership is crucial for driving success and achieving goals. Successful leaders must possess a unique combination of skills, traits, and strategies that enable them to motivate, and guide their teams towards excellence. Here are 10 essential leadership strategies to help you accelerate success. "LEADERSHIP is different when compared to what happened 25 years back (year 2000). Leadership is influenced by fast tech change, pandemics, climate change, artificial intelligence and billionaires that...[+3598 chars]" 2025-02-08T03:02:13 Forte Group Announces Closing of Non-Brokered Private Placement With Insider Participation https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/forte-group-announces-closing-of-non-brokered-private-placement-with-insider-participation-97c67939112929118dc179de05b82c0e https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/197e2a6/2147483647/strip/true/crop/53x30+127+0/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F43%2F01%2Fb39732cd2c486410c8a209a5c3b4%2F8927d3456d2cd21ad11fbf9f912d3d2f US en Forte Group Holdings Inc. has closed its previously announced non-brokered private placement for 624,999 Common Shares at a price of $0.60 per Common Share for gross proceeds of $375,000. Marcello Leone, the Chief Executive Officer, Chairman and a director of the Company was issued 28,333 Common Shares under the Offering. Dallas Pretty replaced John Campbell as Audit Committee member effective February 4, 2025. VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / February 7, 2025 / Forte Group Holdings Inc. (CSE:FGH)(OTC:FGHFF)(FSE:7BC0, WKN:A40L1Z) ('Forte Group' or the 'Company'), a diversified lifestyle and wellness consume...[+4351 chars] 2025-02-08T03:00:00 ‘Banks must transform more': Calls grow for banks to boost black ownership Brian Sokutu https://www.citizen.co.za/news/banks-must-transform-more-calls-grow-for-banks-to-boost-black-ownership https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Calls-grow-for-banks-to-boost-black-ownership.jpg ZA en MPs are calling on the country's major banks, including Standard Bank, FNB, Absa, Investec, Nedbank and Capitec, to transform. They want blacks to own up to a 50% equity stake in the banks. Standard Bank says it has taken steps to transform the company and catered for all South Africans. "'Banks must transform more': Calls grow for banks to boost black ownership MPs say banking transformation must go beyond management to ownership, but banks argue they've made significant progress. Sta...[+4966 chars]" 2025-02-08T02:01:20 Amazon Drops Diversity, Inclusion From Annual Report Manomsi Mallum https://von.gov.ng/amazon-drops-diversity-inclusion-from-annual-report https://von.gov.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/amazon.jpg NG en Amazon's latest annual report no longer mentions diversity and inclusion. The company suspended several diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Since President Trump took office, businesses in Silicon Valley and elsewhere have been rapidly abandoning DEI regulations. Google, Disney, GM, GE, and Pepsi are eliminating references to DEI from their annual reports. Amazon's latest annual report no longer includes references to diversity and inclusion, marking a significant change in its public disclosures. The decision has sparked concerns among stakeholders abo...[+3335 chars] 2025-02-08T01:30:41 Newly-incorporated unlisted companies: SECP mandates book-entry shares Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40346928/newly-incorporated-unlisted-companies-secp-mandates-book-entry-shares https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/08035644f72a54a.jpg?r=035657 PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has introduced mandatory requirement for new unlisted companies to issue and maintain shares in Book Entry Form only. The transition aims to address key challenges associated with physical shares, including shareholder disputes, inefficiencies in managing shareholder record and security risks. "ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has decided to introduce mandatory requirement for new unlisted companies to issue & maintain shares in Book Entry Form only. In a ...[+2465 chars]" 2025-02-08T01:06:55 Petronas rightsizes to stay profitable amid margin squeeze, says CEO https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/02/08/petronas-rightsizes-to-stay-profitable-amid-margin-squeeze-says-ceo/165919 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/02/08/thumbs/400x400/259817.jpg MY en Petronas has a workforce of 52,000, of which 16,000 are core enablers. The company has contributed RM1.5 trillion in the form of dividend, state sales tax, cash payments, export duty, and national trust fund since its establishment. Petronas' margin has been squeezed from 40-45% to 20%. KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 8 — Petronas' rightsizing efforts are to ensure that the national oil company can continuously contribute to nation-building, its president and chief executive officer Tengku Tan Sri...[+2488 chars] 2025-02-08T00:00:00 Intchains Group Limited's Goldshell launches its first ever ALEO miner today: AE BOX promises The Eagle-Tribune https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/Intchains_Group_Limited_s_Goldshell_launches_its_first_ever_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) is an investment company based in Singapore and listed on the Nasdaq. ICG is an owner of Intchains and Intchains Group Ltd. (ICG) and Int Chains Group Limited. SINGAPORE, Feb. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG), an 2025-02-08T00:00:00 Ecuador aims 7% reduction in GHG emissions by 2035 Yieh Corp https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/Ecuador_aims_7_reduction_in_GHG_emissions_by_2035 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ecuador planned to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 7%, equivalent to 8.8 million metric tons of CO2e, by 2035, lowering projected emissions from 130 million tons to 121.2 million tons of GHG by then. Ecuador planned to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 7%, equivalent to 8.8 million metric tons of CO2e, by 2035, lowering projected emissions from 130 million tons to 121.2 million tons of 2025-02-08T00:00:00 Accenture scraps diversity and inclusion goals, memo says The Hindu https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/Accenture_scraps_diversity_and_inclusion_goals_memo_says https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The company will start ""sunsetting"" the diversity goals it set in 2017 and career development programs for people of specific demographic groups, according to the memo from CEO Julie Sweet. It will also focus on more women and people of different ethnicities in the future. " "The company will start ""sunsetting"" the diversity goals it set in 2017, along with career development programs for "" people of specific demographic groups "", said the memo from CEO Julie Sweet" 2025-02-08T00:00:00 Call for public-private partnerships to combat climate change Dawn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/Call_for_publicprivate_partnerships_to_combat_climate_change https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Business leaders and government representatives urged joint efforts and public-private partnerships to tackle climate change. Panel discussion took place on the final day of the Breathe Pakistan conference in Islamabad. Experts discussed strategies for ""Igniting a Dialogue Between Government & Corporate Sector on a New Blueprint for Climate Resilience in Pakistan""." ISLAMABAD: Business leaders and government representatives on Friday urged joint efforts and public-private partnerships to tackle climate change, calling for a blended policy of shared responsibility...[+237 chars] 2025-02-08T00:00:00 EPWK HOLDINGS LTD. Announces Closing of Initial Public Offering Morgan Citizen https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/08/EPWK_HOLDINGS_LTD_Announces_Closing_of_Initial_Public_Offeri_cj https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EPWK HOLDINGS LTD. (NasdaqGM: EPWK) is a Chinese company. It is based in China and listed on the NasdaqGM. It has a market value of $7.7 billion.   "XIAMEN, China, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EPWK HOLDINGS LTD. (the ""Company"") (NasdaqGM: EPWK), a" 2025-02-08T00:00:00 NDC lessons from the UAE and Brazil Dr Khalid Waleed https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1280468-ndc-lessons-from-the-uae-and-brazil https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-02-08/1280468_010055_updates.jpg PK en Pakistan is preparing NDCs 3.0 under the Paris Agreement's Article 4. Brazil and the UAE provide useful lessons for shaping Pakistan's NDC. Pakistan's 2021 NDC did not fully integrate emerging climate finance instruments such as carbon markets and green bonds. Pakistan should institutionalise a 'National Climate Resilience Pact' similar to Brazil's 'Pact for Ecological Transformation'. Brazil's focus on expanding conservation areas and restoring degraded ecosystems should serve as a model for Pakistan. As Pakistan prepares to enhance its climate commitments in the form of NDCs 3.0 under the Paris Agreement's Article 4, it is crucial to draw lessons from international best practices to ensure a robus...[+9459 chars] 2025-02-07T22:51:14 Property owners doubt healthy buildings plan Matthew Eadie https://evanstonnow.com/property-owners-doubt-healthy-buildings-plan https://evanstonnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/shared98.jpg US en The City Council is scheduled to vote on adopting the Healthy Buildings Ordinance on February 10th. Business leaders and property owners are concerned about the plan. The plan would require most buildings over 20,000 square feet to meet a series of sustainability benchmarks every five years with the ultimate goal of reaching zero on-site greenhouse gas emissions, maximum efficiency and 100% renewable energy by 2050. About 500 buildings would fall into compliance. With just three days left before a scheduled City Council vote to adopt the proposed 'Healthy Buildings Ordinance,' business leaders and property owners Friday attacked the proposal as 'uncertain' and...[+4769 chars] 2025-02-07T22:00:00 Sylla Gold Announces Loans Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sylla-gold-announces-loans-220000931.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/1f2ed11b287900d147431bebd1651acb US en Sylla Gold Corp. (TSXV: SYG) (OTCQB: SYGCF) has issued unsecured non-interest bearing promissory notes in the aggregate of $97,500 to arm's length and non-arm's length creditors of the Company. The Principal Amounts were used by the Company for general working capital purposes. The Issuance of the Promissory Notes constitutes a related party transaction within the meaning of TSX Venture Exchange Policy 5.9 and MI 61-101. "Bedford, Nova Scotia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 7, 2025) - Sylla Gold Corp. (TSXV: SYG) (OTCQB: SYGCF) (""Sylla"" or the ""Company"") announces it has issued unsecured non-interest bearing promissory not...[+6085 chars]" 2025-02-07T21:42:56 Does Stealth Group Holdings (ASX:SGI) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/does-stealth-group-holdings-asx-214256011.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/67199089f87ca6ea8b33765175d6b1ff US en Stealth Group Holdings (ASX:SGI) has grown its earnings per share by 29% compound annually for the last three years. Stealth Group Holdings has a market capitalisation of AU$57m. Its revenue grew by 2.4% to AU$114m last year. Its insiders own shares worth AU$19m worth of shares. The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even companies that have no revenue, no profit, and a record of falling short, can manage ...[+4056 chars] 2025-02-07T21:37:29 Gaia Announces Closing of Underwritten Offering of $8.0 Million of Common Stock Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/Gaia_Announces_Closing_of_Underwritten_Offering_of_80_Millio https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/[] US en Gaia, Inc. (NASDAQ: GAIAI) is a biotechnology company based in Boulder, Colorado. It's a publicly traded company. It is valued at $0.01 per share. It's worth $1.00. BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gaia, Inc. (NASDAQ: GAIA) ('Gaia' or the 'Company'), a 2025-02-07T21:07:06 What Whiplash U.S. Climate Policy Means for Business here https://dnyuz.com/2025/02/07/what-whiplash-u-s-climate-policy-means-for-business https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/What-Whiplash-US-Climate-Policy-Means-for-Business.jpg US en In his first weeks in office, Donald Trump has moved to deregulate the economy. Some companies may celebrate, particularly smaller firms where compliance costs have an outsized influence on the bottomline. Businesses rely on stable policy regimes to invest and grow their business. Even changes that many companies are upbeat about come with significant risks. "( To get this story in your inbox, subscribe to the TIME CO2 Leadership Report newsletter ) In his first weeks in office, The moves, he claims, will free businesses of ballooning compliance costs and ...[+1892 chars]" 2025-02-07T21:00:00 TEDxWinchester: Event details and first speakers announced Sophie Day https://www.hampshirechronicle.co.uk/news/24908339.tedxwinchester-event-details-first-speakers-announced https://www.hampshirechronicle.co.uk/resources/images/19050283.jpg?type=og-image GB en The fifth TEDxWinchester event will take place on Friday, June 6, from 10am to 4pm at the University of Winchester. This year's theme is 'What's Next?' and the first three speakers announced are Lucy Taylor, Dr Lucia Fonseca de la Bella and Gihan Hyde. Tickets are £39 per ticket or £65 for two. "The fifth TEDxWinchester event will take place later this year, with the theme 'What's Next?'. The popular event will be held on Friday, June 6, from 10am to 4pm at the University of Winchester. Curat...[+2318 chars]" 2025-02-07T20:09:00 Amazon cuts reference to diversity from annual report Reuters https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/amazon-cuts-reference-to-diversity-from-annual-report/articleshow/118029271.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118029384,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-58410,overlay-ettech/articleshow.jpg IN en "Amazon removed a reference to ""inclusion and diversity"" in its annual report filed Thursday. The company told employees in a December memo that it was winding down such programs as part of corporate America's retreat from such policies. Big technology companies Meta Platforms and Google have rolled back such programs in the face of attacks from conservative groups." "Amazon eliminated a reference to ""inclusion and diversity"" in its annual report filed Thursday, after it told employees in a December memo that it was winding down such programs as part of corporate A...[+651 chars]" 2025-02-07T18:18:08 Accenture DEI dump joins Trump 2.0 ESG fragmentation Global Data Technology https://finance.yahoo.com/news/accenture-dei-dump-joins-trump-181808042.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/verdict_626/966e04d30c8eedbde8b00caf223a8cff US en Accenture has scrapped its diversity and inclusion goals. Google, Meta, Apple and Cisco have reconfirmed their commitments. GlobalData notes that in the Tech sector there has been an evolution in all aspects of ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) commitments. "Accenture has announced it has scrapped its global DEI (Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion) goals following 'an evaluation' of its policy.' This adds to a growing number of companies dropping, or cons...[+2997 chars]" 2025-02-07T18:02:01 Amazon deletes 'inclusion and diversity' language in latest filing Techcrunch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4103840/amazon-deletes-inclusion-and-diversity-language-in-latest-filing.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The filing has removed reference to diversity and inclusion as it pertains to the workplace from Amazon's 2023 10-K form. In its previous form, the company had a sentence that read, 'As we strive to be Earth's best employer, we focus on investment and diversity' Amazon is the latest tech company to remove references to 'inclusion and diversity' from its10-K report.The filing has removed reference to diversity and inclusion as it pertains to the workplace. In ...[+222 chars] 2025-02-07T17:23:28 Opinion: New York City Must Leverage Its Financial Power for a Cleaner Future Justin Brannan https://citylimits.org/2025/02/07/opinion-new-york-city-must-leverage-its-financial-power-for-a-cleaner-future https://citylimits.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/54308030375_87b5c9d326_k-771x514.jpg US en New York City has already taken a big step by divesting from fossil fuels. Red states are using their financial power to punish investment firms that care about climate change. Wall Street is backing off its weak climate commitments out of fear of losing business. If New York City wants to manage its pension funds, it needs to take climate risk seriously and cut off financing for new fossil fuel projects. As comptroller, I'll set clear policies and move the money. We've already taken a big step by divesting from fossil fuels, but let's be real: if we're still letting Wall Street money managers take our pension dollars and use them to prop up new oil, gas, and c...[+2391 chars] 2025-02-07T17:21:58 CDP upgrades Hana Financial Group's sustainability rating SHIN HA-NEE https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/640/0000065241 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/640/2025/02/07/0000065241_001_20250207172215113.jpg?type=w800 KR en Hana Financial Group received the highest 'leadership A' sustainability rating from the 2024 CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project. This marked a one-notch upgrade from the leadership A- rating the group received a year earlier. CDP is a global nonprofit charity that asks companies to disclose their environmental impact and assess their sustainability initiatives. "Hana Financial Group received the highest 'leadership A' sustainability rating from the 2024 CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project, the firm said Friday. This marked a single-notch upgr...[+1001 chars]" 2025-02-07T17:20:00 Fayafi Investment Holding announces far-reaching EcoRegen environmental initiative PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fayafi-investment-holding-announces-far-172000184.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/5d4e6949048349e85f35b8d72e3b0891 US en Pledges USD 100 million to plant 500,0000,000 trees in support of global net zero and climate change goals. EcoRegen is a training plus reforestation program that empowers 50,000 farmers with training and jobs. The initiative will start generating carbon credits in its 5th year and reach peak carbon absorption in 20-30 years. The project's process will be tracked through a host of tools, including Google Earth. "Pledges USD 100 million to plant 500,0000,000 trees in support of global net zero and climate change goals DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fayafi Investment Holding, the first UAE firm made a...[+3928 chars]" 2025-02-07T17:18:08 Accenture DEI dump joins Trump 2.0 ESG fragmentation Globaldata Technology https://www.verdict.co.uk/accenture-drops-dei https://www.verdict.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/shutterstock_1806782020-1.jpg GB en Accenture has scrapped its diversity and inclusion goals. Google, Meta, Apple and Cisco are also considering to do the same. GlobalData notes that in the Tech sector there has been an evolution in all aspects of ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) commitments. "Accenture has announced it has scrapped its global DEI (Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion) goals following 'an evaluation' of its policy.' This adds to a growing number of companies dropping, or cons...[+2883 chars]" 2025-02-07T17:10:00 WallachBeth Capital Announces Closing Of FBS Global LTD Initial Public Offering PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wallachbeth-capital-announces-closing-fbs-171000658.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/08d6b078574aa4a530f8d5620e223fd7 US en "FBS Global Limited announced the closing of its initial public offering of 2,250,000 ordinary shares par value US$0.001 per share at a price of US$4.50 per share to the public. The shares began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on February 6, 2025, under the symbol ""FBGL"". The Company intends to use the net proceeds for business expansion efforts, research and development regarding green building materials, potential strategic partnerships and for general corporate purposes." "JERSEY CITY, N.J., Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WallachBeth Capital LLC, a leading provider of capital markets and institutional execution services, announced that FBS Global Limited (""FBS Global"" or ...[+4664 chars]" 2025-02-07T16:56:13 SIC borrowed money to pay dividend while paying 'fat' salary to MD https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/SIC-borrowed-money-to-pay-dividend-while-paying-fat-salary-to-MD-Former-shareholder-narrates-1970617 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/296/29657417.jpg GH en Larry Kwesi Jiagge, a former shareholder of State Insurance Company (SIC), has raised serious concerns regarding the company's financial practices and the oversight role of the National Insurance Commission. He claims that in 2023, SIC borrowed money to pay dividends to shareholders, thereby creating a misleading impression of profitability. He also criticized the NIC for failing to enforce its own regulations. "Business News of Friday, 7 February 2025 Source: classfmonline.com Former State Insurance Company (SIC) shareholder and chartered insurer, Larry Kwesi Jiagge, has raised serious concerns regarding the...[+2245 chars]" 2025-02-07T16:47:49 Feb 7, 2025 at 11:47 AM EST Emma Roth https://www.theverge.com/amazon/608365/amazon https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/verge-placeholder_f212b3.png?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,0.13712291199202,100,99.725754176016 US en Amazon has removed the 'inclusion and diversity' reference from its annual report. Amazon has already announced that it's 'winding down' some of its DEI programs, similar to Meta and Google's DEI program. The company's annual report no longer says it's focused on inclusion and diversity. "Amazon removes diversity reference from its annual report. The company's annual report no longer says it's focused on 'inclusion and diversity,' a line it included in past filings, as reported by CNBC...[+109 chars]" 2025-02-07T16:36:15 Amazon cuts reference to diversity from annual report weeks after ending DEI Reuters https://nypost.com/2025/02/07/business/amazon-cuts-reference-to-diversity-from-annual-report-weeks-after-ending-dei https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/amazon-dei.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1738927198&w=1024 US en Amazon eliminated a reference to 'inclusion and diversity' in its annual report filed Thursday. The company told employees in a December memo that it was winding down such programs as part of corporate America's retreat from such policies. Meta Platforms and Google are among the companies that have rolled back such programs in the face of attacks from conservative groups. Amazon removed a reference to 'inclusion and diversity' in its annual report filed Thursday, after it told employees in a December memo that it was winding down diversity programs as part of corporate...[+2145 chars] 2025-02-07T16:22:59 FBS Global Limited Announces Closing of Initial Public Offering FBS Global Limited https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/green-practices-jersey-city-5a51f49afea038b2cd0c5bde9ea90b31 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en FBS Global Limited (NASDAQ:FBGL) announced today the closing of its initial public offering of 2,250,000 ordinary shares par value US$0.001 per share at a price of US$4.50 per share. The ordinary shares began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on February 6, 2025, under the symbol 'FBGL'. The Company intends to use the net proceeds for business expansion efforts, research and development regarding green building materials, potential strategic partnerships and for general corporate purposes. SINGAPORE, Feb. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FBS Global Limited ('FBS Global' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ:FBGL), a green building contractor with award-winning projects using green construction methods ...[+4615 chars] 2025-02-07T16:19:45 Amazon scrubs DEI mention from its annual report Annie Palmer https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/business/money-report/amazon-scrubs-dei-mention-from-its-annual-report/6140826 https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2025/02/108074116-1733867888693-gettyimages-1244778915-ryder-amazon-3.jpeg?quality=85&strip=all&resize=1200%2C675 US en "The company filed its report for 2024 on Friday following the release of its fourth-quarter earnings. The prior annual report included a mention of ""inclusion and diversity"" in a section titled ""Human Capital"" that doesn't appear in the latest filing. Amazon recently halted some of its diversity, equity and inclusion programs." "Amazon has removed any references to diversity and inclusion from its most recent annual report. Tech companies have been moving swiftly away from DEI policies since President Donald Trump returned to...[+1717 chars]" 2025-02-07T16:19:45 Amazon scrubs DEI mention from its annual report Annie Palmer https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/business/money-report/amazon-scrubs-dei-mention-from-its-annual-report/3627420 https://media.nbclosangeles.com/2025/02/108074116-1733867888693-gettyimages-1244778915-ryder-amazon-3.jpeg?quality=85&strip=all&resize=1200%2C675 US en Amazon has removed any references to diversity and inclusion from its most recent annual report. The company filed its report for 2024 on Friday following the release of its fourth-quarter earnings. Tech companies have been moving away from DEI policies since President Donald Trump returned to the White House. "Amazon has removed any references to diversity and inclusion from its most recent annual report. Tech companies have been moving swiftly away from DEI policies since President Donald Trump returned to...[+947 chars]" 2025-02-07T16:17:03 Agronomics Limited Announces Result of AGM https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/james-biddle-0c2dbcc15ca669bb4f375fd95dd5b18f https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/ed77e53/2147483647/strip/true/crop/704x396+440+0/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F96%2Fcc%2Ff76118b038d7498f82ec197a43f9%2Fc17535396eac28fa51e589d63520b9c3 US en Agronomics Limited is a leading investor within the field of clean food. All resolutions were passed at the AGM held earlier today. For further information, call 01624 639396 or 020 7628 3396 or visit www.rns.com. DOUGLAS, ISLE OF MAN / ACCESS Newswire / February 7, 2025 / The Board of Agronomics Limited ('Agronomics' or 'the Company'), a leading investor within the field of clean food, announces that all resol...[+255 chars] 2025-02-07T16:14:33 Amazon cuts reference to diversity from annual report Reuters https://ca.news.yahoo.com/amazon-cuts-reference-diversity-annual-161433776.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/66d9466ef3eaf934db7bb2315baacde9 US en "Amazon.com eliminated a reference to ""inclusion and diversity"" in its annual report filed Thursday. Amazon told employees in a December memo that it was winding down such programs as part of corporate America's retreat from such policies. Meta Platforms and Alphabet's Google are among the companies that have rolled back such programs in the face of attacks from conservative groups." "(Reuters) - Amazon.com eliminated a reference to ""inclusion and diversity"" in its annual report filed Thursday, after it told employees in a December memo that it was winding down such programs as par...[+609 chars]" 2025-02-07T16:13:25 EastGroup Properties: Solid Q4 Results Jester AI https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/eastgroup-properties-solid-q4-results/ar-AA1yBswb US en EastGroup Properties is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on industrial properties primarily in the Sunbelt. Its fourth-quarter earnings per share of $1.16 slightly beat expectations, while revenue of $164 million came in slightly below the expected $166 million. EastGroup has invested $257 million in property acquisitions and development land, and its debt-to-total-market-capitalization ratio stood at 15.4%. EastGroup Properties (NYSE:EGP), a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on industrial properties primarily in the Sunbelt, reported its fourth-quarter results on Feb. 6. Earnings per share (EPS...[+3596 chars] 2025-02-07T16:03:00 UN's February 10 Deadline Approaches, But Are Countries Ready to Raise Climate Ambition? Srishti Choudhary https://www.news18.com/india/uns-february-10-deadline-approaches-but-are-countries-ready-to-raise-climate-ambition-9218391.html https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2025/02/Untitled-design-6-2025-02-eb33f5fb031cdef07b3475a545e90925-16x9.jpg IN en Nearly 197 countries are required to submit their national climate action plans to the UN by February 10th. So far, only Brazil, the US, the UK, Uruguay, Switzerland, the UAE, New Zealand, Canada, Andorra and Ecuador have announced new plans. Most other nations are expected to unveil their NDCs in the months leading up to COP30 climate summit later this year. "Last Updated: So far, only Brazil, the US, the UK, Uruguay, Switzerland, the UAE, New Zealand, Canada, Andorra and Ecuador have announced new plans – accounting for 16% of global emissions Nearly 197 ...[+4689 chars]" 2025-02-07T16:00:00 Google latest company to pull back on DEI, ends diversity hiring goals Elad Vaida https://www.campusreform.org/article/google-latest-company-pull-back-dei-ends-diversity-hiring-goals-/27433 https://img.campusreform.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJjYW1wdXMucmVmb3JtIiwia2V5IjoiMjc0MzMvYmFiMzFhMzYtNWY3ZC00OTA3LWE3MzQtZTNlYWQ2YWM4MzhlLmpwZWciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJncmF5c2NhbGUiOmZhbHNlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEwMDB9fX0= US en Google is dropping the diversity hiring goals set in 2020. The tech giant is also considering ending its annual diversity report and curbing some DEI programs. President Donald Trump issued an anti-DEI executive order on his second day in office, stopping the promotion of DEI within the federal government. "Google has joined the increasing line of companies curbing their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, initiatives, and goals. During the 2020 summer riots, Google CEO Sundar Pichai release...[+1699 chars]" 2025-02-07T15:41:31 EFCC, CSOs Join Forces On Budget Monitoring Leadership https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4103584/efcc-csos-join-forces-on-budget-monitoring.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Initiative for Leadership and Economic Watch in Nigeria wants to team up with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on monitoring of government budget to ensure its optimal performance. The group, comprising scores of CSOs, made the disclosure in Abuja on February 6, 2025. A coalition of civil society organisations, Initiative for Leadership and Economic Watch in Nigeria, has expressed willingness and determination to team up with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commi...[+213 chars] 2025-02-07T15:22:51 Beacon Financial Advisory LLC Purchases 211 Shares of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) Editorial Team https://reporter.am/2025/02/07/beacon-financial-advisory-llc-purchases-211-shares-of-the-procter-gamble-company-nysepg.html https://www.americanbankingnews.com/wp-content/timthumb/timthumb.php?src=https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/procter--gamble-logo-1200x675.gif&w=240&h=240&zc=2 AM en Beacon Financial Advisory LLC raised its holdings in shares of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) by 8.0%. The firm owned 2,859 shares of the company's stock at the end of the fourth quarter. RPg Family Wealth Advisory LLC purchased a new position in the company in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $33,000. Bay Harbor Wealth Management LLC bought a new stake in the firm during the 4th quarter. Costello Asset Management INC increased its stake by 2,142.9% in the third quarter. Mendota Financial Group LLC boosted its position in Proctor & Gamble by 58.0% this quarter. The company has a Beacon Financial Advisory LLC raised its holdings in shares of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG ) by 8.0% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm own...[+5775 chars] 2025-02-07T15:22:00 HKEX expects no stock price control risk under a lower public shareholding bar Finance https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/226998/HKEX-expects-no-stock-price-control-risk-under-a-lower-public-shareholding-bar https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/instant_news/20250207/20250207232443contentPhoto1.jpg?1738944400 HK en Lowering the public float requirement threshold for new listings does not pose a share price control risk, according to HKEX chief executive Bonnie Chan Yi-ting. She suggests different thresholds ranging from 5 percent to 25 percent for companies of different market cap levels. The higher number of investors participating in the bargaining during the share allocation process can ensure that the price reflects market demand. "Lowering the public float requirement threshold for new listings does not pose a share price control risk, said Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (0388) chief executive Bonnie Chan Yi-ting. In an artic...[+1431 chars]" 2025-02-07T15:18:12 Digihost Announces Closing of Over-Subscribed US$6.6 Million Private Placement Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/digihost-announces-closing-of-over-subscribed-us6-6-million-private-placement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1NDk2NyM2NzQxMTcxIzIxOTUwMTQ= CA en Digihost Technology Inc. has closed its private placement of its equity securities. The Private Placement was for gross proceeds of US$6,609,500 and consisted of the sale of 2,503,601 subordinate voting shares of the Company and warrants exercisable for up to 1,251,805 Shares. MIAMI, Feb. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Digihost Technology Inc. (' Digihost ' or the ' Company ') (Nasdaq / TSXV: DGHI), an innovative energy infrastructure company that develops cutting-edge data ce...[+657 chars] 2025-02-07T15:16:57 A Masterclass In The Collapse Of Woke Culture With Anson Frericks Donna Hancock https://www.FreedomsPhoenix.com/News/374885-2025-02-07-a-masterclass-in-the-collapse-of-woke-culture-with-anson.htm https://www.freedomsphoenix.com/Uploads/Graphics/687-0207081920-dei-bud.jpg US en Anson Frericks, a former executive at Bud Light, has written a new book, Last Call for Bud Light. He explains how the demise of Bud Light was not unique to Anheuser Bush. Blackrock, State Street, and Vanguard, which manage over $20 trillion of U.S. wealth, have led the charge to elevate a long list of causes that focus on diversity, equity and inclusion and ESG (Environmental Social Governance). Maybe it's because of the business I'm in, or maybe it's because I've been boycotted myself on several occasions. Or maybe it's just because I used to drink a lot of beer. Whatever the reason, I've be...[+2238 chars] 2025-02-07T15:11:53 IGI Holdings acquires 6.04% stake in Packages Limited from Enso AB News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/02/07/igi-holdings-acquires-6-04-stake-in-packages-limited-from-enso-ab https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/bottled-water-1.jpg PK en IGI Holdings Limited (IGI) has successfully completed the acquisition of a 6.04% stake in Packages Limited. The company entered into a Share Purchase Agreement with Enso AB to purchase 5.39 million ordinary shares at a price of Rs 487.5 per share. The acquisition was made possible after IGI secured pre-merger approval from the Competition Commission of Pakistan. IGI Holdings Limited (IGI) has successfully completed the acquisition of a 6.04% stake in Packages Limited, a prominent listed associate company of IGI. The company entered into a Share Purchase Agree...[+1311 chars] 2025-02-07T15:02:59 Endeavour to announce its Q4 and FY-2024 results on 6 March 2025 Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/endeavour-to-announce-its-q4-and-fy-2024-results-on-6-march-2025 https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/dacbb4d6d68d06d07a0d4253aaa78393?s=70&d=mp CA en Endeavour Mining plc expects to release its Q4 and FY-2024 financial results on 6 March 2025 before the LSE market open. Management will host a conference call and webcast on the same day at 8:30 am EST/ 1:30 pm GMT to discuss the Company's financial results. "Published Feb 07, 2025 • 1 minute read ENDEAVOUR TO ANNOUNCE ITS Q4 AND FY-2024 RESULTS ON 6 MARCH 2025 London, 7 February 2025 – Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV, OTCQX:EDVMF) expects to releas...[+1270 chars]" 2025-02-07T14:52:06 HSBC appoints Julian Wentzel as group chief sustainability officer Lawrence White https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/hsbc-appoints-julian-wentzel-group-chief-sustainability-officer-2025-02-07 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/6V5MBAQEIZP6TIAPDFVFTW66C4.jpg?auth=b32e23ae6a29167aad9151f9e97fd053249ea317c4d168ba6055c0c8145f2b00&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Julian Wentzel has been appointed as Group Chief Sustainability Officer at HSBC. He will replace Celine Herweijer, who left the role last November. Wentzel will report to the Chief Financial Officer Pam Kaur. The appointment comes amid sweeping changes to the bank's management ranks under Chief Executive Georges Elhedery. LONDON, Feb 7 (Reuters) - HSBC (HSBA.L), opens new tab has appointed Julian Wentzel as Group Chief Sustainability Officer, the bank said on Friday, confirming the banker in HSBC's key role advising cl...[+1985 chars] 2025-02-07T14:24:36 SEBI Proposes Expanding Trading Window Closure To Immediate Relatives Kanika Sharma https://www.newsx.com/business/sebi-proposes-expanding-trading-window-closure-to-immediate-relatives https://www.newsx.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/SEBI.jpg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a new regulation that could impact the trading activities of immediate relatives of designated persons (DPs) in listed companies. The public has until February 28, 2025 to submit comments and suggestions regarding the proposal. SEBI will review the feedback before implementing the changes. In a move aimed at enhancing market integrity, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a new regulation that could impact the trading activities of immediate relatives of design...[+2619 chars] 2025-02-07T14:05:05 Accenture scraps diversity and inclusion goals Reuters https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/business/2025/02/07/accenture-scraps-diversity-and-inclusion-goals https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/8b3ed1a7-accenture-epa-070225.webp MY en Accenture has scrapped its global diversity and inclusion goals after an evaluation of the US political landscape. Since Donald Trump took office, he has issued a series of executive orders aimed at dismantling DEI programmes across the federal government and the private sector. Big Tech companies Meta, Alphabet and Amazon are among those that have already scrapped their DEI goals. "Accenture hires extensively from India. (EPA Images pic) LONDON: Accenture has scrapped its global diversity and inclusion goals after an evaluation of the US political landscape, the Financial Times ...[+1303 chars]" 2025-02-07T14:01:13 The Evolution of Shareholder Advocacy https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/amy-brachio-michael-goldhaber-alyssa-zucker-7cf028fb2d02f107e02ced5531c5e568 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Amy Brachio, vice chair of sustainability at EY and Michael Goldhaber, senior research scholar at New York University's Stern Center for Business and Human Rights, join the show with Alyssa Zucker. They discuss shareholder advocacy on environmental and social issues and what it means for companies. In this episode of ESG Talk, Amy Brachio, global vice chair of sustainability at EY, and Michael Goldhaber, a senior research scholar at New York University's Stern Center for Business and Human Right...[+408 chars] 2025-02-07T13:14:57 Sebi's Strategic Shift: Easier Investment Norms for Category II AIFs Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3256892-sebis-strategic-shift-easier-investment-norms-for-category-ii-aifs https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/30_05_2024_12_05_28_9814642.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sebi has put forward a proposal to ease investment norms for Category II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). This new direction would allow these funds to invest in listed debt securities possessing a credit rating of 'A' or below. Sebi has requested public feedback on this proposal until February 28. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has put forward a proposal to ease investment norms for Category II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). This new direction would allow these funds to...[+766 chars] 2025-02-07T13:12:06 Sebi Proposes to Relax AIF Debt Investment Norms PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-proposes-to-relax-aif-debt-investment-norms-6626141.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-01-781x441.jpg IN en Sebi proposes to ease investment norms for Category II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) to invest in listed debt securities with a credit rating of 'A' or below. The proposal comes after amendment to LODR (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) norms. Sebi has sought public comments till February 28 on the proposal. New Delhi, Feb 7 (PTI) Markets regulator Sebi on Friday proposed to ease investment norms for Category II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), allowing them to invest in listed debt securities with a ...[+2837 chars] 2025-02-07T13:00:00 How To Lead Your People When DEI Gets Cut From The Top Julia Korn https://www.forbes.com/sites/juliakorn/2025/02/07/how-to-lead-your-people-when-dei-gets-cut-from-the-top https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a4e4af1cbc583f39dc70db/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Corporate executives are cutting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. 75% of employees say DEI programs influence where they want to work, but most people still value inclusion. Here are some tips on how to walk the corporate line while still fostering a workplace where everyone feels like they belong. "DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION under a magnifying class Corporate executives are slashing diversity, equity, and inclusion programs left and right as companies follow the federal government's lead in sc...[+4532 chars]" 2025-02-07T12:49:15 Accenture Shifts Course on DEI Goals Amid Political Changes Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/health/3256831-accenture-shifts-course-on-dei-goals-amid-political-changes https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/08_07_2024_14_37_09_4281529.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Accenture is discontinuing its global diversity and inclusion initiatives due to the changing political environment in the United States. The company will no longer use DEI objectives as performance metrics for employees. The decision also includes halting participation in external diversity benchmarking surveys. It is part of Accenture's broader strategy to reassess its talent acquisition and partnerships. Accenture is discontinuing its global diversity and inclusion initiatives, a significant shift attributed to the changing political environment in the United States, according to a memo shared with st...[+692 chars] 2025-02-07T12:28:00 Here are changes for the ESCC May graduation CASSIE GIBBS https://dothaneagle.com/news/community/enterprise-ledger/article_216d2e04-e54f-11ef-8e4b-53414ffc7b81.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/dothaneagle.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/16/216d2e04-e54f-11ef-8e4b-53414ffc7b81/67a5ffdddb916.preview.jpg?crop=668%2C351%2C88%2C311 US en Enterprise State Community College will hold two commencement ceremonies on its Enterprise campus and one in Ozark for students at the Alabama Aviation College. Participants of each event will receive eight tickets for family and friends to attend the ceremony. Ceremonies on the Enterprise campus are on May 15 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and on the Ozark campus on May 13 at 2 pm. Applicants must apply for graduation by March 28. "CASSIE GIBBS, ESCC PIO Several changes are coming to commencement services at Enterprise State Community College this May, including tickets and location changes. Following increased participation in ...[+1946 chars]" 2025-02-07T12:19:06 Google scales back DEI efforts as Trump targets diversity programs Merve Berker https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/google-scales-back-dei-efforts-as-trump-targets-diversity-programs/3474999 https://cdnuploads.aa.com.tr/uploads/Contents/2025/02/07/thumbs_b_c_cde1b93bf31b14fbe482bf68c212e5ff.jpg?v=150622 TR en Google's parent company, Alphabet, has removed references to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from its annual report to the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company has also eliminated hiring targets aimed at increasing representation among historically underrepresented employees. Other major companies, including Meta, Amazon, Target, and Walmart have also scaled back diversity initiatives amid President Trump's efforts to end DEI programs. "ANKARA Google has become the latest company to roll back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, following President Donald Trump's push to dismantle such programs in both the public a...[+1344 chars]" 2025-02-07T12:18:02 Endeavour Silver provides a Q4 2024 Construction Progress Update on Terronera; Surface Construction Progress Nearly ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/Endeavour_Silver_provides_a_Q4_2024_Construction_Progress_Up https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/[] US en Endeavour Silver Corp. provides a Q4 2024 financial outlook for the company. Endeavour's shares are traded on the NYSE and TSX and are listed on NYSE/TSX/Exk and on the EXK/EDR. "VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Endeavour Silver Corp. (""Endeavour"" or the ""Company"") (NYSE: EXK; TSX: EDR) provides a Q4 2024" 2025-02-07T12:04:28 Europe is looking to roll back climate accounting rules Yusuf Khan https://www.livemint.com/news/world/europe-is-looking-to-roll-back-climate-accounting-rules-11738929402198.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/07/1600x900/TOPSHOT-GERMANY-ECONOMY-AUTOMOBILE-VOLKSWAGEN-0_1738929498194_1738929629141.jpg IN en The European Commission is reviewing elements of its flagship Green Deal environmental policy. It is worried about rising costs and a lack of competitiveness with China and the U.S. It wants to cut red tape while championing decarbonisation to help the continent restore economic growth. The EU plans to release a proposal later this month to pare back reporting requirements in some of the bloc's key sustainability laws. The European Commission is reviewing elements of its flagship Green Deal environmental policy, as worries over rising costs and a lack of competitiveness with China and the U.S. grow within the contin...[+6201 chars] 2025-02-07T11:45:14 Sebi Proposes Trading Window Extension to Relatives of Insiders Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3256705-sebi-proposes-trading-window-extension-to-relatives-of-insiders https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/30_05_2024_16_58_40_9746796.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sebi proposes expanding the scope of its automated trading window closure to include the immediate relatives of designated persons in listed companies. The proposal is seeking public comments until February 28. Sebi is committed to tightening regulations around insider trading and promoting transparency and ensuring fair market practices. "Sebi, India's markets regulator, has proposed expanding the scope of its automated trading window closure to encompass the immediate relatives of designated persons in listed companies. Currently, the...[+481 chars]" 2025-02-07T11:09:35 StoneX Group (NASDAQ:SNEX) Ticks All The Boxes When It Comes To Earnings Growth Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stonex-group-nasdaq-snex-ticks-110935224.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/297a096e5743176fa71b67c7278a433d US en StoneX Group (NASDAQ:SNEX) has grown its earnings per share by 22% per year in the last three years. Its revenue grew by 61% to US$107 billion last year. StoneX Group has a high level of insider ownership with 14% of the company valued at US$488 million. The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even companies that have no revenue, no profit, and a record of falling short, can manage ...[+4367 chars] 2025-02-07T11:08:50 EU plans to spare 80 percent of firms from carbon tax Gregorio Sorgi https://www.eenews.net/articles/eu-plans-to-spare-80-percent-of-firms-from-carbon-tax https://www.eenews.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/eenewslogo-sqaure.jpg US en The EU will propose exempting 4 in 5 EU businesses from a new carbon border tax. This change may be part of the EU's upcoming 'omnibus' legislation designed to slash reporting rules for businesses. About 20 percent of firms that fall under the tax's scope are responsible for 97 percent of all emissions. "BRUSSELS — The EU will soon propose exempting roughly 4 in 5 EU businesses from a new carbon border tax, the bloc's climate chief, Wopke Hoekstra, told lawmakers Thursday. Hoepka suggested the vast ma...[+549 chars]" 2025-02-07T10:56:58 Arthur J. Gallagher's (NYSE:AJG) Dividend Will Be Increased To $0.65 Simply Wall St https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/arthur-j-gallaghers-nyse-ajg-105658470.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cffbea492babb121240b33035b679148 US en Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG) will increase its dividend by 8.3% on the 21st of March to $0.65, up from last year's comparable payment of $.60. The company has seen EPS rising for the last five years at 10% per annum. The most recent fiscal year payment was $2.40. The dividend has been growing very nicely for a number of years and has given its shareholders some nice income in their portfolios. However, the yield is below the industry average. The board of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend by 8.3% on the 21st of March to $0.65, up from last year's comparable payment of $0.60. Although...[+3343 chars] 2025-02-07T10:33:58 'Deeply concerned': More than 150 civil society organisations raise fears over EU Omnibus proposals University https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409700/deeply-concerned-150-civil-society-organisations-raise-fears-eu-omnibus-proposals https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/4ffd4cd/970e1f00-f628-4563-b894-732c35a8f9cd/6/iStock-1575772176-370x229.jpg GB en "More than 150 civil society organisations have written to the European Commission to express growing concern at the potential ""re-opening"" of previously agreed environmental legislation, such as the Corporate Governance Act, as they fear it will be re-opened by the Commission. " "More than 150 civil society organisations have written to the European Commission to express growing concern at the potential ""re-opening"" of previously agreed environmental legislation, such as the C...[+11 chars]" 2025-02-07T10:09:33 Savencia Fromage & Dairy Posts Sales Growth Of 5.1% In FY 2024 https://www.esmmagazine.com/fresh-produce/savencia-fromage-dairy-posts-sales-growth-of-5-1-in-fy-2024-282211 https://img.resized.co/esmmagazine/eyJkYXRhIjoie1widXJsXCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL21lZGlhLm1hZGlzb25wdWJsaWNhdGlvbnMuZXVcXFwvZXNtbWFnYXppbmUtcHJvZFxcXC91cGxvYWRzXFxcLzIwMjJcXFwvMDlcXFwvMTQwOTQxNDZcXFwvYW5pbWFsLWZyZWUtZGFpcnktZmVlZC5qcGVnXCIsXCJ3aWR0aFwiOjEyMDAsXCJoZWlnaHRcIjo2MjcsXCJkZWZhdWx0XCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL2ltZy5yZXNpemVkLmNvXFxcL25vLWltYWdlLnBuZ1wiLFwib3B0aW9uc1wiOltdfSIsImhhc2giOiJmYjkxN2RhOTllOTQyZjRkMTNjNzk5YjM4NDkyY2ZmYzY1ZDQ3OGMyIn0=/savencia-fromage-dairy-posts-sales-growth-of-5-1-in-fy-2024.jpeg IE en Savencia Fromage & Dairy has reported 5.1% year-on-year growth in consolidated sales, to €7.1 billion, in its financial year 2024. The growth was driven by positive dynamics in international markets and the development of activities in Europe. The sales of cheese products declined slightly at constant scope and exchange rates. "Savencia Fromage & Dairy has reported 5.1% year-on-year growth in consolidated sales, to €7.1 billion, in its financial year 2024. Savencia Fromage & Dairy noted that this growth was achieved amid hig...[+1735 chars]" 2025-02-07T08:59:56 ExxonMobil now using codes to identify oil projects in MARAD ads Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/02/07/exxonmobil-now-using-codes-to-identify-oil-projects-in-marad-ads https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/02/Exxon-150x150.jpeg GY en ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) is the operator of Guyana's oil-rich Stabroek Block. The oil giant uses codes instead of project names to inform the public of its work schedule. It is customary for Exxon to indicate the name of the well sites in its advertisements in a transparent manner. "ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL), the operator of Guyana's oil-rich Stabroek Block seems to have employed a new tactic to avoid releasing the names of specific projects the company is developing. This...[+2417 chars]" 2025-02-07T08:37:47 Exxaro CEO steps down with immediate effect Anathi Madubela https://www.citizen.co.za/business/exxaro-ceo-steps-down-with-immediate-effect https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Nombasa-Tsenqwa.jpg ZA en Nombasa Tsengwa, CEO of Exxaro Resources, has tendered her resignation with immediate effect. She was placed on precautionary suspension in December last year pending the outcome of a probe into allegations relating to workplace conduct and governance practices. The Gauteng Division of the High Court dismissed her urgent bid to fast-track her suspension hearing. "Exxaro CEO steps down with immediate effect Nombasa Tsengwa's resignation follows her urgent bid to fast-track her suspension hearing being dismissed. xxaro Resources CEO Nombasa Tsengwa allegedly sai...[+2131 chars]" 2025-02-07T08:04:22 XL Media completes share buyback at 11.5 pence per share https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/xl-media-completes-share-buyback-at-11-5-pence-per-share/ar-AA1yzW0z US en XL Media PLC (AIM: XLM) has completed its Tender Offer for shares. The offer closed on February 6, 2025. It resulted in the repurchase and cancellation of 121,545,490 Ordinary Shares. XL Media became an AIM Rule 15 Cash Shell (LON:SHEL) after the sale of its North American assets. LONDON - XL Media PLC (AIM: XLM), a digital media company specializing in sports and gaming content, has announced the successful completion of its Tender Offer for shares as detailed in its January 2...[+1792 chars] 2025-02-07T07:45:28 Ajax Engineering Limited: Initial public offering to open on Monday, February 10, 2025 Odisha Diary Bureau https://orissadiary.com/ajax-engineering-limited-initial-public-offering-to-open-on-monday-february-10-2025 https://i0.wp.com/orissadiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/od-default-image-1.jpg?fit=800%2C800&ssl=1 IN en Ajax Engineering Limited proposes to open an initial public offering of its equity share of the face value of ₹1 each on Monday, February 10, 2025. The price band of the Offer has been fixed from 599 per Equity Share to 629 per Equity Shares. Bids can be made for a minimum of 23 Equity Shares and multiples of 23 Shares thereafter. The offer comprises an offer for sale of 20,180,446 Equity Shares, consisting of up to 1,716,102 Equity Shares by Krishnaswamy Vijay, up to 2,288,136 by Jacob Jiten John, 5,593,221 by Jacob Hansen Family National, February 5, 2025: Ajax Engineering Limited (the 'Company') proposes to open an initial public offering ('Offer') of its equity share of the face value of ₹1 each ('Equity Shares') on Monday,...[+4540 chars] 2025-02-07T06:46:56 Breathe Pakistan: LUMS founder stresses need for water conservation none@none.com https://www.dawn.com/news/1890342/breathe-pakistan-lums-founder-stresses-need-for-water-conservation https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/02/07114622cbf8430.png?r=114712 PK en The second and final day of DawnMedia's 'Breathe Pakistan' global climate conference has begun on Friday. The moot aims to make Pakistan climate-resilient by 2047 while fostering regional cooperation across South Asia. The conference is bringing together experts and leaders to find solutions to climate change. "Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal suggests global environmental tax on the polluters. Listen to article 1x 1.2x 1.5x The second and final day of DawnMedia's 'Breathe Pakistan' global climate conference ha...[+11394 chars]" 2025-02-07T06:43:41 Reps moves to protect Niger Delta environment Mercy Aikoye https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4102397/reps-moves-to-protect-niger-delta-environment.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to halt divestment applications from International Oil Companies like Shell and Total Energies until they meet their environmental and social obligations to the Niger Delta region. This decision was made after the adoption of a motion moved by Mercy Aikoye. By Mercy Aikoye The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to halt divestment applications from International Oil Companies (IOCs) like Shell and Total Energies until they meet thei...[+220 chars] 2025-02-07T05:38:51 UK regulator's softened ‘name and shame' plan unconvincing, lawmakers say Cyprus Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/uk_regulator_8217s_softened_8216name_and_shame_8217_plan_unc https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ORTkVdW0c08/0.jpg US en The UK markets watchdog should abandon plans to name some companies under investigation if it can't find a balance between increasing transparency and managing the potential risks to firms, individuals and market stability, British lawmakers said on Thursday. The FCA should not proceed with the proposed changes, they added. British lawmakers said on Thursday that the UK markets watchdog should ditch already softened proposals to publicly name some companies under investigation if it cannot properly balance consumer benef...[+276 chars] 2025-02-07T05:35:11 NNPC Ltd/First E&P JV attains 96% reduction in gas flaring The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4102235/nnpc-ltdfirst-ep-jv-attains-96-reduction-in-gas-flaring.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en NNPC Ltd/First E&P JV attains 96% reduction in gas flaring. This is in line with Nigeria's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% unconditionally and 47% conditionally, as stipulated in the Nationally Determined Contributions under the NDC. In a significant stride towards supporting Nigerias commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 20per cent unconditionally and 47per cent conditionally, as stipulated in the Nationally Determin...[+133 chars] 2025-02-07T05:24:19 PwC launches sustainability academy Providence Ayanfeoluwa https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/02/pwc-launches-sustainability-academy https://cdn.vanguardngr.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/New-York-medical-school.jpg NG en PwC Nigeria has announced the launch of it Sustainability Academy. The academy is one of the offerings at the PwC Nigerian Business School. It aims to bridge knowledge gaps and equip industry leaders with the tools needed to navigate the dynamic ESG regulatory ecosystem. "PwC Nigeria has announced the launch of it Sustainability Academy, one of the diverse offerings at the PwC Nigeria Business School. In a statement from the firm, Partner, Consulting and Risk Services ...[+2146 chars]" 2025-02-07T04:26:45 Breathe Pakistan: BYD exec Danish says EVs use can reduce emissions by 70-80pc Dawn.com https://www.dawn.com/news/1890342/breathe-pakistan-byd-exec-danish-says-evs-use-can-reduce-emissions-by-70-80pc https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/02/0712051281353a1.png?r=120524 PK en The second and final day of DawnMedia's 'Breathe Pakistan' global climate conference has begun on Friday. The moot aims to make Pakistan climate-resilient by 2047 while fostering regional cooperation across South Asia. The conference is bringing together experts and leaders to find solutions to climate change. "EBM Executive Director Shahzain Munir stresses need to keep food affordable for masses. Listen to article 1x 1.2x 1.5x The second and final day of DawnMedia's 'Breathe Pakistan' global climate confere...[+13573 chars]" 2025-02-07T04:26:45 Breathe Pakistan: Lums founder Babar Ali makes case for industries to recycle water none@none.com https://www.dawn.com/news/1890342/breathe-pakistan-lums-founder-babar-ali-makes-case-for-industries-to-recycle-water https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/02/07114622cbf8430.png?r=114712 PK en The second and final day of DawnMedia's 'Breathe Pakistan' global climate conference has begun on Friday. The moot aims to make Pakistan climate-resilient by 2047 while fostering regional cooperation across South Asia. The conference is bringing together experts and leaders to find solutions to climate change. "EBM Executive Director Shahzain Munir stresses need to keep food affordable for masses. Listen to article 1x 1.2x 1.5x The second and final day of DawnMedia's 'Breathe Pakistan' global climate confere...[+13244 chars]" 2025-02-07T04:19:03 Exclusive: GM, Pepsi, Disney, others scrub some DEI references from investor reports Maria Aspan https://www.ctpublic.org/2025-02-07/exclusive-gm-pepsi-disney-others-scrub-some-dei-references-from-investor-reports https://www.ctpublic.org/apple-touch-icon.png US en Some companies have announced diversity rollbacks, but many more are deleting or softening language from their investor disclosures, according to an NPR analysis. Copyright 2025 NPR. For confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or visit a local suicide prevention Lifeline. "Some companies have announced diversity rollbacks — but many more are deleting or softening language from their investor disclosures, an NPR analysis finds. Copyright 2025 NPR" 2025-02-07T04:02:26 Shenzhen Xinyichang Technology And 2 Other Undiscovered Gems To Enhance Your Portfolio Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/shenzhen-xinyichang-technology-2-other-040226584.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/1762e59d0031dd7c767b613ac375bc3b US en Shenzhen Xinyichang Technology is trading 21.6% below its estimated fair value. Uroica Precision Information Engineering Ltd. has demonstrated robust earnings growth of 32.7% over the past year. Sociedad Eléctrica del Sur Oeste completed a share buyback worth CNY16.99 million for 0.31% of shares announced earlier in February 2024. In the midst of a volatile global market landscape, characterized by fluctuating indices and economic uncertainties, investors are seeking opportunities to diversify their portfolios with promising sm...[+6410 chars] 2025-02-07T04:00:00 3 ways leaders can transform workplace challenges into opportunities eprice https://www.fastcompany.com/91267835/3-ways-leaders-can-transform-workplace-challenges-into-opportunities https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit,w_1024,h_1024/wp-cms-2/2025/01/p-91267835-business-as-usual-isnt-working-anymore.jpg US en In an era marked by mass layoffs, arbitrary return-to-office mandates, and eroding faith in institutions, trust in leadership is waning. Courage Collective's firm, The Courage Collective, held conversations with leaders at Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups about how to build trust in the workplace. Leading a team has never been simple, but today's challenges demand something extra. With deep divisions in America spilling over into our workplaces, simply carrying on 'business as usual' won't cut ...[+5572 chars] 2025-02-07T02:32:00 Firms aware of environmental footprint of Gen AI Express News Service https://www.newindianexpress.com/xplore/2025/Feb/07/firms-aware-of-environmental-footprint-of-gen-ai https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-02-07%2Feqbd43k0%2Ftech-3rd-story-pic075851.jpg?rect=0%2C0%2C1380%2C725&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en Generative AI has a significant and growing negative environmental impact. 48% of executives believe their use of AI has driven a rise in greenhouse gas emissions. This increase in carbon footprint is projected to continue to grow. Businesses should assess both the financial ROI and environmental footprint of their generative AI projects before launch. "BENGALURU: Generative AI adoption has accelerated rapidly, as AI not only drives business growth but also has the potential to enhance energy efficiency and support sustainability initiatives. However...[+2837 chars]" 2025-02-07T01:10:09 Titilope Oguntuga, Director, Sustainability, IHS Towers Kemi Ajumobi https://businessday.ng/interview/women-in-business/article/titilope-oguntuga-director-sustainability-ihs-towers https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Titilope-Oguntuga-1.png NG en Titilope Oguntuga is a management professional with experience across sustainable development, corporate governance, stakeholder relations, and strategic partnerships. She efficiently positions African-profit and non-profit brands for global recognition by advocating for social sustainability policies. Titilope has spent the last two decades taking action for social and environmental impact across Africa and MEA regions. Titilope Oguntuga is a management professional with experience across sustainable development, corporate governance, stakeholder relations, and strategic partnerships, communications and reputation ma...[+3017 chars] 2025-02-07T01:08:06 Nationals Senator Matt Canavan hopeful Google's DEI repeal will help send 'weird period' of woke initiatives to 'dustbin of history' Laurence Karacsony https://www.skynews.com.au/australia-news/politics/nationals-senator-matt-canavan-hopeful-googles-dei-repeal-will-help-send-weird-period-of-woke-initiatives-to-dustbin-of-history/news-story/5b17ef182a030dfd5ee7418bd9790e94 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/2c82440e4b12a7ad9d75d1550e5b1018 AU en Google repealed its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) hiring program this week. Senator Matt Canavan hails the decision. He believes people should not be judged on the colour of their skin but on the content of their character. Sky News Senior Reporter Caroline Marcus says the DEI repeals will take a while to 'trickle down' to Australia. "Nationals Senator Matt Canavan has hailed Google's repeal of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) hiring program and said he is hopeful the era of judging people based on their race is over. This...[+2305 chars]" 2025-02-07T00:26:05 ‘A step forward': Residents cheer Minneapolis agreement with utilities, but say more work is needed to hit climate goals Andrew Hazzard https://sahanjournal.com/climate-environment/minneapolis-city-council-franchise-fee-agreements-xcel-centerpoint https://sahanjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/20210223-B81A6487-1.jpg PA en Minneapolis City Council approved new franchise agreements and memorandums of understanding with CenterPoint Energy and Xcel Energy. The utilities agreed for the first time to set greenhouse gas emission reduction targets for the energy they provide to city customers. The agreements are key to meeting Minneapolis' goal to become carbon neutral by 2050. "The city of Minneapolis is poised to enter new, decade-long agreements with the state's largest utility companies that will establish goals to reduce gas emissions. A Minneapolis City Council committe...[+4655 chars]" 2025-02-07T00:16:00 Top Firms Reject Flawed Carbon Offset Scheme Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/top-firms-reject-flawed-carbon-offset-scheme-1404411 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=cdn.pixabay.com%2Fphoto%2F2018%2F03%2F03%2F20%2F02%2Flaptop-3196481_640.jpg US en Telstra, Australia Post, PWC and the NRMA have walked away from the Federal Government's Climate Active scheme. The Australia Institute's 2025 Climate Integrity Summit is less than a week away. The public knows the difference between greenwashing and real action on climate change and corporate Australia is getting the message. Less than a week out from The Australia Institute's 2025 Climate Integrity Summit, it's been revealed that organisations like Telstra, Australia Post, PWC and the NRMA – and more than a hundred others...[+1614 chars] 2025-02-07T00:01:00 Government warned over ‘high risk' multibillion-pound backing for carbon capture Emily Beament https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/government-warned-over-high-risk-multibillionpound-backing-for-carbon-capture-b1209679.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/02/07/00/1a5d78f961715293f3b4edba237e1187Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzM4OTM3OTY1-2.78505558.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en The Government must set out its rationale for supporting CCUS in each sector. It must also outline new targets for capturing emissions and make clear how it will make up the shortfall for meeting targets. It should also consider how CCUS will monitor and report on how much carbon is captured. The Government must also set out its rationale for supporting CCUS in each sector where it could be applied, urgently outline new targets for capturing emissions, making clear how it will make up the ...[+106 chars] 2025-02-07T00:00:00 Green Or Greenwashed? 5 Ways To Spot Truly Sustainable Products Dianne Plummer https://www.forbes.com/sites/dianneplummer/2025/02/07/green-or-greenwashed-5-ways-to-spot-truly-sustainable-products https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a681e9fa57e8c720859e0b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Greenwashing is a deceptive marketing practice where companies exaggerate or falsely claim sustainability credentials. The use of vague terminology is one of the most common greenwashing tactics. In the U.S., the Federal Trade Commission has cracked down on deceptive sustainability labels used by major retailers. "The Extinction Rebellion Greenwash March For COP26 In Glasgow (photo by Andrew Aitchison / In ... [+] pictures via Getty Images) In an era where sustainability is a major selling point, consumers are ...[+7394 chars]" 2025-02-07T00:00:00 Call to make tech firms report data centre energy use as AI booms AOL https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/Call_to_make_tech_firms_report_data_centre_energy_use_as_AI_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Tech companies should be required to report the energy and water consumption for their data centres, as the boom in AI risks causing irreparable damage to the environment, experts have said. AI is growing at a rate unparalleled by other energy systems, bringing heightened environmental risk, according to the report. Tech companies should be required by law to report the energy and water consumption for their data centres, as the boom in AI risks causing irreparable damage to the environment, experts have said. AI...[+279 chars] 2025-02-07T00:00:00 Europe Is Looking to Roll Back Climate Accounting Rules Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/Europe_Is_Looking_to_Roll_Back_Climate_Accounting_Rules https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Changes would seek to ease companies' regulatory burden. There are concerns over continent's competitiveness and the impact of regulations on business.   Â y Y in Africa. y in Africa in Europe in particular. Changes would seek to ease companies' regulatory burden amid concerns over continent's competitiveness. 2025-02-07T00:00:00 Globe shows resilience with solid 2024 results, eyes stronger 2025 amid stronger competition Manila Bulletin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/Globe_shows_resilience_with_solid_2024_results_eyes_stronger https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Globe Telecom Inc. is optimistic about achieving a sustainable free cash flow this year despite challenges posed by the increasing prevalence of lower-margin data services and increased competition in the industry. Globe announced its intentions to keep its 2025 capital to optimize capital utilization and achieve positive free cash flows by 2025. Globe Telecom Inc. is upbeat in its projection of achieving a sustainable free cash flow this year despite challenges posed by the increasing prevalence of lower-margin data services and increased com...[+227 chars] 2025-02-07T00:00:00 Gerresheimer AG confirms discussions with private equity investors on potential takeover offer Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/Gerresheimer_AG_confirms_discussions_with_private_equity_inv https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Gerresheimer AG confirms discussions with private equity investors on potential takeover offer 07-Feb-2025. It is a disclosure of an inside information acc. to Article 17 MAR of the Regulation (EU) No 596/2014, transmitted by EQS News. Gerresheimer AG / Key word(s): Tender Offer Gerresheimer AG confirms discussions with private equity investors on potential takeover offer 07-Feb-2025 / 16:26 CET/CEST Disclosure of an inside informat...[+105 chars] 2025-02-07T00:00:00 Adapting DEI strategies: A forward-looking business approach DONEISHA POSEY https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/Adapting_DEI_strategies_A_forwardlooking_business_approach https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The landscape of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives has shifted dramatically in early 2025. Business leaders are seeking clarity on how to maintain their commitment to workplace diversity and equity initiatives. There have been recent executive orders from both federal and state levels targeting DEI programs. By DONEISHA POSEY The landscape of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives has shifted dramatically in early 2025. With recent executive orders from both federal and state levels targeting DEI pro...[+92 chars] 2025-02-07T00:00:00 KBW Starts Strategy Coverage With Outperform, Says Firm Offers Leveraged Bitcoin Exposure Bit RSS https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/KBW_Starts_Strategy_Coverage_With_Outperform_Says_Firm_Offer_p https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The stock could be eligible for S&P 500 index inclusion if it adopts updated FASB accounting standards, the report says.  The company could also be eligible to be included in the index if it adheres to updated FasB accounting rules. The stock could be eligible for S&P 500 index inclusion once it adopts updated FASB accounting standards, the report said. 2025-02-07T00:00:00 UN's February 10 Deadline Approaches, But Are Countries Ready to Raise Climate Ambition? News18 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/UN_s_February_10_Deadline_Approaches_But_Are_Countries_Ready https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Only Brazil, the US, the UK, Uruguay, Switzerland, the UAE, New Zealand, Canada, Andorra and Ecuador have announced new plans to reduce their emissions. They account for 16% of the global emissions. -   So far, only Brazil, the US, the UK, Uruguay, Switzerland, the UAE, New Zealand, Canada, Andorra and Ecuador have announced new plans – accounting for 16% of global emissions 2025-02-07T00:00:00 Fayafi Investment Holding announces far-reaching EcoRegen environmental initiative PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/07/Fayafi_Investment_Holding_announces_farreaching_EcoRegen_env https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Fayafi Investment Holding is the first UAE firm made available through a bankable certificate issued under the SIX Swiss Exchange framework listed on the Vienna Stock Exchange. Pledges USD 100 million to plant 500,0000,000 trees in support of global net zero and climate change goals. Pledges USD 100 million to plant 500,0000,000 trees in support of global net zero and climate change goals DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fayafi Investment Holding, the first UAE firm made a...[+113 chars] 2025-02-07T00:00:00 Exxaro CEO Nombasa Tsengwa says she quit due to damaging claims against her Primedia https://www.ewn.co.za/2025/02/07/exxaro-ceo-nombasa-tsengwa-says-she-quit-due-to-damaging-claims-against-her https://media-cache.primedia-service.com/media/yjmps2m4/nombasa-tsengwa.png?width=1200&height=630 ZA en Nombasa Tsengwa resigned as Exxaro CEO due to damaging allegations against her. She was placed on precautionary suspension in 2024 after Sunday Times published claims by anonymous sources that she had bullied and intimidated staff. The finance director, Riaan Koppeschaar, will remain as acting CEO until a new head is appointed. "JOHANNESBURG - Nombasa Tsengwa said she resigned as Exxaro CEO due to damaging allegations against her. Tsengwa quit her top job at the mining company this week as it investigates allegations related ...[+791 chars]" 2025-02-07T00:00:00 CGI awarded ASCEND contract by ESA to support ESA-MAAP platform development https://news.satnews.com/2025/02/07/cgi-awarded-ascend-contract-by-esa-to-support-esa-maap-platform-development https://news.satnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/CGI-MAAP-b-L-6-1024x629.jpg IN en CGI has been selected to deliver key system engineering and cyber security expertise for the European Space Agency's ESA-MAAP. This initiative will enhance access to advanced processing capabilities for Earth Observation (EO) data. CGI's teams in the UK and Italy will play a vital role in the platform's development. CGI will support the onboarding of ESA's BIOMASS and EarthCARE missions. CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB) was recently selected to deliver key system engineering and cyber security expertise for the European Space Agency 's ESA-MAAP, a Multi-Mission Algorithm and Analysis Plat...[+3044 chars] 2025-02-06T23:59:00 Speakers Call for Culture of Collaboration, Renewed Solidarity to Achieve Sustainable Development, as Economic and Social Council Begins Coordination Segment (UN - United Nations) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Speakers_Call_for_Culture_of_Collaboration_Renewed_Solidarit https://i.ytimg.com/vi/h7DDOccoHVk/0.jpg US en The Economic and Social Council is celebrating its successes and acknowledging its failures. Full coverage of today's meetings of the Council will be available on Friday, 7 February, at 10:30 a.m. ET. The Council's aim is to advance sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and its SDGs. )Note: Full coverage of today's meetings of the Economic and Social Council will be available Friday, 7 February.The United Nations must celebrate its many successes as much as it acknowledges its fai...[+174 chars] 2025-02-06T23:39:26 EQT Corp announces new 2025 Short-Term Incentive Plan https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/eqt-corp-announces-new-2025-short-term-incentive-plan/ar-AA1yyDtE US en EQT Corporation has introduced a new incentive plan for executive officers and other eligible employees. The company has demonstrated strong momentum with a 73% return over the past six months and trading near its 52-week high of $54.85. According to InvestingPro analysis, EQT maintains a gross profit margin of 50.35% and has received positive attention from analysts. JPMorgan maintained its Overweight rating on EQT and increased the price target to $53.00. PITTSBURGH - EQT Corporation (NYSE:EQT) (Market Cap: $30.7B), a leading natural gas producer in the United States, has introduced its 2025 Short-Term Incentive Plan (2025 STIP) for executive officers ...[+4116 chars] 2025-02-06T23:04:00 Government Needed to Call an EGM of Shareholders to Fire SIC Boss, the Companies Act Suggests Modernghana https://www.modernghana.com/news/1377859/government-needed-to-call-an-egm-of-shareholders.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/272025120404-1j041p5ccw-sic-md-disputes-copy.png GH en The government of Ghana wants to remove the Managing Director of SIC Insurance, Hollistar Duah-Yentumi, by calling an emergency general meeting (EGM) of shareholders. The government holds 40% of the company's shares and the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) holds an additional 11.82%. The government could gather enough votes to remove her. She refused to hand over her office to the newly appointed MD, James Agyenim-Boateng, who was appointed by President John Dramani Mahama on January 24, 2025. The government of Ghana would have needed to call an emergency general meeting (EGM) of shareholders to secure a majority vote before removing the Managing Director (MD) of SIC Insurance, Hollistar Du...[+2200 chars] 2025-02-06T22:57:52 Norway's resistance to a global trend Adam Woodward https://euroweeklynews.com/2025/02/06/norways-resistance-to-a-global-trend https://cdn.euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/shutterstock_1548459434-1.jpg ES en Norway's sovereign wealth fund is the fourth biggest in the world. It is made up of oil and gas reserves and canny tech investments. The law prohibits spending of the funds above 3 percent annually. Norwegians want to diversify investment away from non-ESG ventures. They want to move away from fossil fuel dependency. "By Adam Woodward • Published: 06 Feb 2025 • 23:57 • 1 minute read Norwegian oil fields. Credit: Elmer Laahne - Shutterstock Norway is standing up for its sovereign wealth fund, the biggest in the west...[+1445 chars]" 2025-02-06T22:50:54 SilverCrest Metals Inc. (the 'Company') (Form 6-K) (Silvercrest Metals Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/SilverCrest_Metals_Inc_the_Company_Form_6K_Silvercrest_Metal https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oVJSI1XqheE/0.jpg US en SilverCrest Metals Inc. reports the voting results following the special meeting of securityholders of the Company. NI 51-102 - Continuous Disclosure Obligations apply to the report of voting results pursuant to Section 11.3 of National Instrument 51-101. ") Re: SilverCrest Metals Inc. (the ""Company"")Report of Voting Results pursuant to Section 11.3 of National Instrument 51-102 - Continuous Disclosure Obligations (""NI 51-102"")Following the special meet...[+37 chars]" 2025-02-06T22:45:00 ECU suspending all DEI graduation requirements WITN Web Team https://www.witn.com/2025/02/06/ecu-suspending-all-dei-graduation-requirements https://gray-witn-prod.gtv-cdn.com/resizer/v2/TQTSKIJWFNN4LDRSZBJPCZYWGY.jpg?auth=78fc1ca9d209fa2b5a1f3a5494ecbcb25608f5ca8d705281be5478944c958555&width=1200&height=600&smart=true US en East Carolina University is suspending all graduation requirements related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. It comes as the Trump Administration is trying to eliminate all DEI requirements in the federal government and some companies have also cut them back. The university wants to reassure students that any changes to graduation requirements will not impede their academic progress. "GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - East Carolina University this afternoon says it is suspending all graduation requirements related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The university says that includes any r...[+911 chars]" 2025-02-06T22:40:21 Google to end DEI hiring targets https://www.abccolumbia.com/2025/02/06/google-to-end-dei-hiring-targets https://www.abccolumbia.com/content/uploads/2024/11/e/q/ap24326146462412-scaled.jpg US en Google is the latest major corporation to scale back its diversity, equity and inclusion commitments. Meta, Walmart and McDonald's have also recently changed or walked back commitments related to diversity. The Trump Administration has criticized those efforts. Google will eliminate hiring goals that are tied to ensuring diversity within the company. "(CNN)– Google is the latest major corporation to scale back its DEI commitments. In an email to employees on Wednesday, Feb. 6, Google said it will eliminate hiring goals that are tied to ensuring div...[+380 chars]" 2025-02-06T21:59:58 EastGroup Properties: Q4 Earnings Snapshot Associated Press https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/02/06/earns-eastgroup-properties/b47c2274-e4d5-11ef-ab83-bb30e4340014_story.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/RUGLRTKULZB6XPESJMXXJVLTDI.jpeg&w=1440 US en EastGroup Properties Inc. had funds from operations of $108.2 million or $2.15 per share in the fourth quarter. The results did not meet Wall Street expectations. EGP is a real estate investment trust based in Ridgeland, Mississippi. "RIDGELAND, Miss. — RIDGELAND, Miss. — EastGroup Properties Inc. (EGP) on Thursday reported a key measure of profitability in its fourth quarter. The results did not meet Wall Street expectations. The ...[+1101 chars]" 2025-02-06T21:58:56 EastGroup Properties: Q4 Earnings Snapshot https://www.sfgate.com/business/article/eastgroup-properties-q4-earnings-snapshot-20152136.php https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/34/02/57/24128448/3/rawImage.jpg US en EastGroup Properties Inc. (EGP) reported a key measure of profitability in its fourth quarter. The results fell short of Wall Street expectations. The real estate investment trust, based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, posted revenue of $164 million in the period. RIDGELAND, Miss. (AP) — RIDGELAND, Miss. (AP) — EastGroup Properties Inc. (EGP) on Thursday reported a key measure of profitability in its fourth quarter. The results did not meet Wall Street expectat...[+920 chars] 2025-02-06T21:16:53 ESCO Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results ESCO Technologies Inc. https://www.eagletribune.com/region/esco-reports-first-quarter-fiscal-2025-results/article_b8fa2687-b492-5782-b7a8-d71cf5f23671.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en ESCO Technologies Inc. reports its operating results for the first quarter ended December 31, 2024 (Q1 2025) ESCO Technologies reports operating highlights for the quarter ended January 6, 2025. ESCO reports operating Highlights for the Q1 2025.   "St. Louis, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ESCO Technologies Inc. (NYSE: ESE) (ESCO, or the Company) today reported its operating results for the first quarter ended December 31, 2024 (Q1 2025). Ope...[+17 chars]" 2025-02-06T19:52:00 Google Scraps DEI Hiring Goals Arden Dier https://www.newser.com/story/363810/google-scraps-dei-hiring-goals.html https://img1-azrcdn.newser.com/image/1590582-12-20250206075338.jpeg US en Google is changing its diversity targets to comply with Trump's executive order. Google is a federal contractor providing technology services to the government through its cloud-computing arm. Google's annual report omits a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion for the first time since 2021. The company's share of Black workers increased from 3% in 2020 to 5.7% in 2024. Another tech company is abandoning its diversity targets. Because it's a federal contractor, providing technology services to the government through its cloud-computing arm, Google says the move is ne...[+1722 chars] 2025-02-06T19:21:15 Reps asks FG to immidiately halt Shell, TotalEnergies' divestment Godsgift Onyedinefu https://businessday.ng/news/article/reps-asks-fg-to-immidiately-halt-shell-totalenergies-divestment https://cdn.businessday.ng/2022/08/Reps.png NG en The House of Representatives asked the federal government to halt all divestment processes by Shell, TotalEnergies, and other International Oil Companies until their historical environmental and social liabilities are addressed. It also asked the government to ensure that no divestment proceeds are made without transparent consultations with Niger Delta communities and state governments. The House of Representatives on Thursday asked the federal government to immediately halt all divestment processes by Shell, TotalEnergies, and other International Oil Companies until their historical...[+2651 chars] 2025-02-06T19:05:00 EQB to announce first quarter 2025 results and host earnings call PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eqb-announce-first-quarter-2025-190500207.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/c1be5d168efd752e756a09c564515cd7 US en EQB Inc. will report its first quarter fiscal 2025 financial results after market close on February 25, 2025. Andrew Moor, president and CEO, Chadwick Westlake, chief financial officer and Marlene Lenarduzzi, chief risk officer, will host the listen-only conference call and webcast on February 26, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. ET. TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) will report its first quarter fiscal 2025 financial results after market close on February 25, 2025, and will host an earnings conference call ...[+2267 chars] 2025-02-06T18:38:32 Development Bank Ghana welcomes Dr Randolph Nsor-Ambala AS new CEO https://www.myjoyonline.com/development-bank-ghana-welcomes-dr-randolph-nsor-ambala-as-new-ceo https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Dr-Randolph-Nsor-Ambala.jpeg GH en Dr. Randolph Nsor-Ambala has been appointed as the new CEO of Development Bank Ghana (DBG) effective 21st January 2025. He is a development finance professional with several years of executive leadership experience in multisectoral corporate organisations, including Promasidor Ghana Limited, Coca-Cola, Diageo, and MTN. "Development Bank Ghana (DBG) has announced Dr. Randolph Nsor-Ambala as the Bank's new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 21st January 2025. The Board Chairman, Dr. Yaw Ansu, who made the announc...[+2349 chars]" 2025-02-06T18:35:01 COP30 president urges most ambitious emissions targets possible Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4101315/cop30-president-urges-most-ambitious-emissions-targets-possible.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Countries must aim as high as possible when setting new goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to the president of COP30, Andre Correa do Lago. The post COP30 president urges most ambitious emissions targets possible appeared in The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Countries must aim as high as possible when setting new goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Andre Correa do Lago, the presidentThe post COP30 president urges most ambitious emissions targets pos...[+106 chars] 2025-02-06T18:05:10 Australian companies facing investor anger over executive pay at near record levels, says study Byron Kaye https://www.reuters.com/business/australian-companies-facing-investor-anger-over-executive-pay-near-record-levels-2025-02-06 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/RV6BG3NZLVPS7H3NMRLYMF2WMM.jpg?auth=1e104ac4d8254f4c84090b20a0b737dc5cb933894784d80c837b94cadb1926fa&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The number of Australian companies facing investor opposition over remuneration plans held near record levels for a second straight year in 2024. Forty of Australia's 300 biggest companies had more than a quarter of investors vote against their compensation scheme at their annual general meeting last year. The vote became mandatory in Australia in 2011. SYDNEY, Feb 7 (Reuters) - The number of Australian companies facing investor opposition over remuneration plans held near record levels for a second straight year in 2024, according to a study by shar...[+2266 chars] 2025-02-06T18:00:00 One hundred ‘carbon-neutral' corporates quit government scheme over integrity concerns Michael Bachelard https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/environment/climate-change/one-hundred-carbon-neutral-corporates-quit-government-scheme-over-integrity-concerns-20250114-p5l45m.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.222%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_70%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/25608f62ba99d0345f197626dac443fc486d7b72 AU en Australia Post, Canva, Telstra, NRMA, PwC and the Cbus superannuation fund quit the Climate Active scheme in the past two years. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation, the federal government's $30 billion 'green bank', pulled out of the register last October. The Property Council of Australia wants an overhaul of the scheme to only accept the highest quality carbon credits. Some of Australia's biggest companies including Australia Post, Canva, Telstra and PwC have quit the federal scheme that allows them to claim net-zero carbon emissions amid mounting integrity concerns...[+1727 chars] 2025-02-06T17:57:00 Unions slam ‘rigged' talks on EU plans to streamline sustainability reporting Robert Hodgson https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/02/06/unions-slam-rigged-talks-on-eu-plans-to-streamline-sustainability-reporting https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/03/70/96/1200x675_cmsv2_ee18fdcf-b95d-5ba0-9a3c-3a349aa76c42-9037096.jpg FR en The European Commission has wrapped up two days of back-room consultation on simplifying the regulatory burden on companies. Civil society groups are concerned that the Commission will have to reopen key directives on corporate sustainability and due diligence for negotiation, potentially leading to a sweeping revision and weaking of the rules. Trade unions and green groups have renewed their criticism of plans to lighten the regulatory burden on companies as the European Commission wrapped up two days of back-room consultation that they say...[+3348 chars] 2025-02-06T17:49:11 Superior Group of Companies Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend Globe Newswire https://www.enidnews.com/region/superior-group-of-companies-declares-regular-quarterly-cash-dividend/article_eda41b58-203b-5713-b5bf-a6b8a405b985.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Board of Directors of Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per share payable February 28, 2025 to shareholders of record as of February 18, 2025. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that it has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per...[+1546 chars] 2025-02-06T17:49:09 Superior Group of Companies Announces Participants for Year 2 of Its Board Observer Program Globe Newswire https://www.enidnews.com/region/superior-group-of-companies-announces-participants-for-year-2-of-its-board-observer-program/article_d958aa19-0f86-54ee-9570-434417157b21.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en SGC Doubles the size of its Board Observer Program to expose Traditionally Underrepresented Groups to Public Company Corporate Governance. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content on this page, so please enable it in your browser settings. "– Designed to Expose Traditionally Underrepresented Groups to Public Company Corporate Governance – – SGC Doubles the Size of its Board Observer Program – × This page requires Javascript. Javascript i...[+4218 chars]" 2025-02-06T17:04:16 BIC: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares forming the capital as of January 31, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/07/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/bic-disclosure-of-total-number-of-voting-rights-and-number-of-shares-forming-the-capital-as-of-january-31-2025/2051506 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/07/534419.gif PH en As of January 31, 2025, the total number of issued shares of SOCIÉTÉ BIC is 41,621,162 shares. BIC's commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable, and trusted products has established BIC as a symbol of reliability and innovation. "Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares forming the capital as of January 31, 2025 CLICHY - February 06, 2025 Article L 233-8-II of the French ""Code de Commerce' and Article 2...[+1139 chars]" 2025-02-06T17:04:11 Superior Group of Companies Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/07/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/superior-group-of-companies-declares-regular-quarterly-cash-dividend/2051497 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/07/534410.jpg PH en The Board of Directors of Superior Group of Companies, Inc. declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per share, payable February 28, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 18, 2025. The company was established in 1920 and is comprised of three attractive business segments serving large, fragmented and growing addressable markets. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that it has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per...[+851 chars] 2025-02-06T16:56:35 Superior Group of Companies Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend Globe Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/superior-group-of-companies-declares-regular-quarterly-cash-dividend/article_63875d68-3083-54d8-a7ff-7d43327d40a3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en The Board of Directors of Superior Group of Companies, Inc. has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per share, payable February 28, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 18, 2025. The company is based in St. Petersburg, Florida. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that it has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per...[+132 chars] 2025-02-06T16:56:13 Superior Group of Companies Announces Participants for Year 2 of Its Board Observer Program Globe Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/superior-group-of-companies-announces-participants-for-year-2-of-its-board-observer-program/article_5653ba3f-466d-58ff-a086-346898244457.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en SGC Doubles the size of its Board Observer Program to expose traditionally underrepresented groups to public company corporate governance. SGC’s Board Observer program is designed to expose Traditionally Underrepresented Groups to Public Company Corporate Governance. It's aimed to expose them to corporate governance issues. "– Designed to Expose Traditionally Underrepresented Groups to Public Company Corporate Governance – – SGC Doubles the Size of its Board Observer Program –" 2025-02-06T16:54:52 COP30 president urges most ambitious emissions targets possible Anna PELEGRI https://www.mdjonline.com/neighbor_newspapers/news/national/cop30-president-urges-most-ambitious-emissions-targets-possible/article_970627bc-4dfb-5f9e-a59a-e79a2e1c2774.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/mdjonline.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/ef/9ef59a70-c123-5fc6-bcf8-9d73d00207e0/67a4ee318389c.image.jpg?crop=341%2C341%2C85%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Countries must aim as high as possible when setting new goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, says the president of the COP30 climate conference to be hosted by Brazil in November. The deadline for signatories of the Paris climate accord to unveil their new goals for 2035 is February 10. Countries must aim as high as possible when setting new goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Andre Correa do Lago, the president of the COP30 climate conference to be hosted by Brazil in November...[+246 chars] 2025-02-06T16:53:00 Superior Group of Companies Announces Participants for Year 2 of Its Board Observer Program Superior Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/superior-group-companies-announces-participants-165300457.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/297af77d7874ebab35e236adf13a1996 US en Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC) launches the second year of its Board Observer Program. Ixchell Duarte and Tauana McDonald have been selected as participants. The program is designed to provide governance exposure to those traditionally underrepresented in public company boardrooms. "Duarte McDonald – Designed to Expose Traditionally Underrepresented Groups to Public Company Corporate Governance – – SGC Doubles the Size of its Board Observer Program – – Ixchell Duarte and Tauana M...[+3140 chars]" 2025-02-06T16:45:31 Reps ask FG to halt Shell, TotalEnergies divestment over environmental liabilities Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4101086/reps-ask-fg-to-halt-shell-totalenergies-divestment-over-environmental-liabilitie.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to suspend divestment applications by International Oil Companies, including Shell and TotalEnergies, until they fulfill their environment. Click here to read the full news article.   Â y The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to suspend divestment applications by International Oil Companies, including Shell and TotalEnergies, until they fulfill their environment...[+34 chars] 2025-02-06T16:30:00 EcoSynthetix to Host 2024 Fourth Quarter and Year End Results Conference Call Eco Synthetix Inc https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/ecosynthetix-to-host-2024-fourth-quarter-and-year-end-results-conference-call-848287366.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en EcoSynthetix Inc. will release its 2024 fourth quarter and year end results on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 after 5:00 pm ET. The Company will hold a conference call on Thursday, February 20, at 8:30 AM ET hosted by Jeff MacDonald, Chief Executive Officer, and Rob Haire, Chief Financial Officer. A link to the live audio webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investor Relations Events page on the Company's website. "BURLINGTON, ON, Feb. 6, 2025 /CNW/ - EcoSynthetix Inc. (TSX: ECO) (""EcoSynthetix"" or the ""Company""), today announced that it will release its 2024 fourth quarter and year end results on Wednesday, Feb...[+1381 chars]" 2025-02-06T16:15:00 WallachBeth Announces Pricing Of FBS Global Initial Public Offering PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wallachbeth-announces-pricing-fbs-global-161500535.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/08d6b078574aa4a530f8d5620e223fd7 US en "WallachBeth Capital LLC, a leading provider of capital markets and institutional execution services, announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 2,250,000 ordinary shares par value US$0.001 per share at a price of US$4.50 per share to the public for US$10,125,000 of gross proceeds. The ordinary shares will begin trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on February 6, 2025, under the symbol ""FBGL"". The Offering is expected to close on February 7, 2025. A registration statement on Form F-1, as amended (File No. 333-283619) relating to the Offering was filed with the" "JERSEY CITY, N.J., Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WallachBeth Capital LLC, a leading provider of capital markets and institutional execution services, announced today that FBS Global Limited (""FBS Globa...[+4720 chars]" 2025-02-06T16:00:00 SIMONA AMERICA Group Advances Sustainability Commitments with SBTi Validation As Part of SIMONA AG SIMONA AMERICA Group https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/corporate_social_responsibility/simona-america-group-advances-sustainability-commitments-with-sbti-validation-as-part-of-simona-ag/article_ff812bf2-9854-52a2-93e1-00d05f45dbf7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/80/380bcaad-c763-532a-9d7c-7834a6df1269/67a4e0ad60ccb.image.jpg?crop=920%2C483%2C290%2C0&resize=920%2C483&order=crop%2Cresize US en SIMONA's ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This milestone underscores the company's commitment to reducing its environmental footprint and contributing to the global effort to limit temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius. "Reduction of CO 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 (Scope 1 and 2) SIMONA's contribution to restricting global warming to 1.5 degrees Significant milestone in the execution of SIMONA's sustainability strategy...[+430 chars]" 2025-02-06T15:57:57 Brazil to push social diversity as criteria for sustainable investments at COP30 Marcela Ayres https://www.yahoo.com/news/brazil-push-social-diversity-criteria-155757489.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en Brazil plans to propose social diversity as a global criteria for labeling sustainable investments at the U.N. climate summit it will host this year. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has worked to position Brazil as a destination for sustainable investments. Some see the return of U.S. President Donald Trump as a setback for Brazil's climate ambitions. "By Marcela Ayres and Bernardo Caram BRASILIA (Reuters) - Brazil plans to propose social diversity as a global criteria for labeling sustainable investments at the U.N. climate summit it will host this...[+1906 chars]" 2025-02-06T15:50:39 Google Becomes Latest US Company to Abandon DEI Goals Katabella Roberts https://www.theepochtimes.com/business/google-becomes-latest-us-company-to-abandon-dei-goals-5805300 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/02/id5805192-1.tagreuters.com2025binary_LYNXMPEL140Z5-FILEDIMAGE-1080x720.jpg US en Alphabet-owned Google is the latest U.S. company to scrap diversity and equity programs based on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) principles. President Donald Trump has issued several executive orders targeting DEI initiatives since returning to the White House. Google had been among the most vocal companies pushing for more inclusive policies, with CEO Sundar Pichai setting a goal in 2020 to increase the representation of underrepresented groups in the company's leadership ranks by 30%. Alphabet-owned Google has become the latest U.S. company to scrap its programs and goals that are based on principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), with the tech giant removing various pl...[+2819 chars] 2025-02-06T15:37:54 Luxembourg aims to become global center for sustainable finance by 2030 Kabir Agarwal https://www.luxtimes.lu/businessandfinance/luxembourg-aims-to-become-global-center-for-sustainable-finance-by-2030/38344210.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/xdjul4-screenshot-2025-02-06-172358.png/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/Screenshot%202025-02-06%20172358.png LU en Luxembourg's Sustainable Finance Initiative (LSFIi) has released a new 2030 strategy aimed at building the Grand Duchy as a global centre for sustainable finance by the end of the decade. The strategy is based on three pillars: expertise development, financial sector mobilisation and measuring progress. "Luxembourg on Thursday unveiled a new strategy aimed at building the Grand Duchy as a global centre for sustainable finance by the end of the decade. The Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Initiative (LSF...[+2633 chars]" 2025-02-06T15:28:51 Evergy Schedules Conference Call to Discuss 4th Quarter Results Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/evergy-schedules-conference-call-to-discuss-4th-quarter-results/article_d3f3ff7e-d830-575e-8e91-a6db1400a926.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Evergy, Inc. will release its 2024 fourth quarter earnings Thursday, February 27, 2025 before market open. The company plans to host its quarterly conference call and audio webcast to discuss the results on February 27th. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. "KANSAS CITY, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 6, 2025-- Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVRG) announced today it will release its 2024 fourth quarter earnings Thursday, February 27, 2025, before market open. The compa...[+4686 chars]" 2025-02-06T15:25:36 Brazil Proposes Global Diversity Criteria for Sustainable Investments Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3255579-brazil-proposes-global-diversity-criteria-for-sustainable-investments https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/11_07_2024_23_16_41_4881659.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Brazil will propose social diversity as a global standard for labeling sustainable investments at this year's U.N. climate summit. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has positioned Brazil as a promising destination for sustainable investments, emphasizing a regulated carbon market and sovereign 'green' bond issuances. Brazil is set to propose social diversity as a global standard for labeling sustainable investments at this year's U.N. climate summit, according to a senior official on Wednesday. This move comes des...[+841 chars] 2025-02-06T15:19:52 Emera Incorporated Announces Results of Series F First Preferred Share Conversion Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/emera-incorporated-announces-results-of-series-f-first-preferred-share-conversion-2 https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250206477371r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en None of Emera's outstanding Series F Shares will be converted into Series G Shares on February 15, 2025. The Series F shares will continue to be listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the symbol EMAPR.PR.F. HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Emera Incorporated ('Emera' or the 'Company') (TSX: EMA) announced today that after having taken into account all conversion notices received from holders of its outstanding Cum...[+556 chars] 2025-02-06T15:08:00 Last date for feedback to UGC draft regulations now Feb. 28 The Hindu Bureau https://www.thehindu.com/education/last-date-for-feedback-to-ugc-draft-regulations-now-feb-28/article69187842.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/65n1rg/article69187858.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/Jagesh%20kumar.jfif IN en Stakeholders can submit feedback on the draft regulations till February 28, 2025 at the following email address: draft-regulations@ugc.gov.in. The draft UGC regulations were uploaded on the UGC website on Jan. 6, 2025, requesting feedback from stakeholders with Feb. 5, 2025 as the last date. In view of requests received from stakeholders to extend the last date to submit feedback on the draft UGC Regulations 2025, UGC has now decided to extend the last date to February 28, 2025. Stakehold...[+595 chars] 2025-02-06T14:36:57 Suspended Exxaro CEO Nombasa Tsengwa quits with immediate effect Ray Mahlaka https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-02-06-exxaro-ceo-nombasa-tsengwa-quits-with-immediate-effect https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Nombasa-tsengwa.jpg?fit=781%2C549&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en Suspended Exxaro CEO Nombasa Tsengwa resigned with immediate effect on Wednesday, 5 February after fewer than three years at the helm of the coal miner. She was accused of a 'conflict of interest and breach of duty of good faith' related to her late boyfriend and her allegedly advancing business interests and favours to him when she was an executive at the company. Riaan Koppeschaar, the finance director, has been appointed acting CEO. "Suspended Exxaro CEO Nombasa Tsengwa resigned with immediate effect on Wednesday, 5 February after fewer than three years at the helm of the coal miner. Daily Maverick has obtained Tsengwa's resignati...[+4224 chars]" 2025-02-06T14:31:13 Google becomes the latest tech giant to fall in line with Trump by ending DEI policies Kelly Rissman https://www.yahoo.com/news/google-becomes-latest-tech-giant-143113361.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_independent_635/69ee27de6c43bb437cfbab0597147644 US en Google ditched its diversity hiring targets in the wake of President Donald Trump's order to put an end to diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. Google is the latest tech company to change its DEI practices. Amazon and Meta announced plans to roll back their DEI efforts before Trump took office. "Google has ditched its diverse hiring targets in the wake of President Donald Trump's order to put an end to diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. On his first day in office, Trump signed an exec...[+2699 chars]" 2025-02-06T14:31:01 NNPC Ltd/First E&P JV Achieves 96% Reduction In Routine Gas Flaring Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4100710/nnpc-ltdfirst-ep-jv-achieves-96-reduction-in-routine-gas-flaring.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en NPC and First Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited (First E&P) Joint Venture has successfully achieved 96% reduction in routine emissions. This is in line with Nigeria's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% unconditionally and 47% conditionally. ABUJAIn a significant stride towards supporting Nigeria's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 20% unconditionally and 47% conditionally, as stipulated in the Nationally Determined Contr...[+226 chars] 2025-02-06T14:30:14 South Africa's Exxaro Resources says CEO Tsengwa has resigned Reuters https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/south-africas-exxaro-resources-says-ceo-tsengwa-has-resigned-2025-02-06 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/I2OHQ5OSDNNYZDJIW2BS7P4LPU.jpg?auth=a203918c672cd8b72be51a7aaee90a5880452437aa0f9d0c62a2ece45aa77f94&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Nombasa Tsengwa, CEO of South African coal miner Exxaro Resources, has resigned with immediate effect. Riaan Koppeschaar, who has been acting CEO since December, will continue in the role while the company looks for a permanent replacement. Feb 6 (Reuters) - The CEO of South African coal miner Exxaro Resources (EXXJ.J), opens new tab, Nombasa Tsengwa, has resigned with immediate effect, the company said on Thursday, two months after she ...[+1250 chars] 2025-02-06T14:30:00 Corporate Governance Excellence Summit 2025: Redefining Leadership with Sustainability and Innovation TNN https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/spotlight/corporate-governance-excellence-summit-2025-redefining-leadership-with-sustainability-and-innovation/articleshow/117981714.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117981748,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-1354664,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en The biggest Corporate Governance Excellence Summit and Awards 2025 of India was held in Pune. It hosted over 1,000 CXOs and 35+ leading search firms. It addressed the pressing challenges of corporate governance while celebrating ethical and innovative leadership in sustainable solutions. The sessions saw speeches from distinguished spokespersons and industry leaders. Ambassadors from 15+ nations, including Ethiopia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Namibia, Rwanda, Timor-Leste, El Salvador and Cyprus, shared their insights on sustainable corporate governance and ESG implementation strategies. The summit featured the launch of Lawtech, an AI-powered tool transforming legal practices. "World Development Corporation (WDC) in collaboration with the World Association for Small and Medium Enterprises ( WASME ) and Directors' Institute- World Council of Directors—conducted the biggest Co...[+4156 chars]" 2025-02-06T14:24:14 Union Budget 2025: A Lukewarm Commitment To Climate Action ETV Bharat https://www.etvbharat.com/en/!opinion/opinion-piece-on-union-budget-2025-and-and-its-lukewarm-commitment-to-climate-action-enn25020605839 https://etvbharatimages.akamaized.net/etvbharat/prod-images/06-02-2025/1200-675-23488595-thumbnail-16x9-budget-2025-climate-aspera.jpg IN en Budget 2025 offers only a token acknowledgement of climate action in the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change. India has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2070 and a 50% reduction in emissions intensity by 2030. The government's announcements on climate action remain separate from those on economic development. The focus on infrastructure development highlights the disjointed approach. The Union Budget 2025, positioned as a forward-looking fiscal blueprint, once again offers only a token acknowledgement of climate action. While the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change...[+13707 chars] 2025-02-06T14:18:15 Dynacor Group Announces Closing of Upsized C$31.6 Million Public Offering Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/dynacor-group-announces-closing-of-upsized-c31-6-million-public-offering https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SSGEricaMain-2025-02-05.jpg?quality=5&strip=all&w=100&sig=ynikxaan5KF5X439GHS3MQ CA en Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX-DNG) has closed its previously announced 'best efforts' agency offering. The Corporation issued 5,750,000 common shares of the Corporation for gross proceeds of C$31,625,000. Some insiders acquired 219,000 Common Shares pursuant to the Offering. "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO THE U.S. NEWSWIRE OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES MONTREAL — Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX-DNG) ('Dynacor' or the 'Corporation') is pleased to announce that the Corporation...[+9479 chars]" 2025-02-06T14:07:10 Southlea Expands to Alberta with Addition of Principal in Executive Compensation and Human Capital Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/southlea-expands-to-alberta-with-addition-of-principal-in-executive-compensation-and-human-capital https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1NDI0OSM2NzM4MDUxIzIyOTQ2MjQ= CA en Desmond Salisbury has been appointed Principal and lead for the Alberta market at Southlea, a consulting firm specializing in executive compensation and governance solutions. Desmond most recently served as the Head of Human Resources for a major pipeline company headquartered in Alberta. "Article content EDMONTON, Alberta, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Southlea, a consulting firm specializing in executive compensation and governance solutions, announces the appointment of Desmond Sa...[+518 chars]" 2025-02-06T14:01:50 Supremex Announces Date of Its 2024 Fourth Quarter Results Conference Call https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/06/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/supremex-announces-date-of-its-2024-fourth-quarter-results-conference-call/2051329 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/06/534152.jpg PH en Supremex Inc. (TSX: SXP) will release its results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024 before markets open on Thursday, February 20, 2025. A conference call to discuss these results will be held on the same day at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time). A live broadcast of the Conference Call will be available on the Company's website. "MONTREAL, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Supremex Inc. (""Supremex' or the ""Company') (TSX: SXP), a leading North American manufacturer and marketer of envelopes and a growing provider of paper-base...[+1278 chars]" 2025-02-06T14:00:19 Could The Market Be Wrong About Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) Given Its Attractive Financial Prospects? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/could-market-wrong-exxon-mobil-140019762.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/69c6c9d535f446ee229dd7b831faff9d US en Exxon Mobil's (NYSE:XOM) share price is down 9.3% in the last three months. The company's net income grew by 36% over the past five years. Its ROE is similar to the industry average of 15%. It has a three-year median payout ratio of 41%. Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) has had a rough three months with its share price down 9.3%. However, stock prices are usually driven by a company's financial performance over the long term, which in this case...[+4294 chars] 2025-02-06T13:59:59 EA Raises Concerns About ‘Mass Effect 5-As-Service' Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/EA_Raises_Concerns_About_Mass_Effect_5AsService https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Lg-Ctg6k_Ao/0.jpg US en "EA blamed Dragon Age: The Veilguard's failure on a lack of a shared world. EA will demand more from Mass Effect 5, according to some reports.   ""The Veilguard"" was a failure because of lack of shared world, not because of the game's content. " After blaming Dragon Age: The Veilguard's failure on a lack of a shared world, that raises questions about what EA will demand from Mass Effect 5. 2025-02-06T13:54:28 Google shifts focus on diversity hiring News Desk https://www.globalvillagespace.com/google-shifts-focus-on-diversity-hiring https://cbx57v6vu4bo.cdn.shift8web.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Google-ends-diversity-hiring-targets.jpg US en Alphabet's Google is rolling back its diversity hiring goals and reassessing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The change aligns with a growing trend among U.S. companies scaling back DEI programs. Google's internal employee resource groups will continue to exist. President Donald Trump's administration reintroduces executive orders targeting DEI policies, particularly for federal contractors. Alphabet's Google is rolling back its diversity hiring goals and reassessing its broader diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, aligning with a growing trend among U.S. companies scaling ...[+4388 chars] 2025-02-06T13:46:42 Kaskela Law LLC Announces Shareholder Investigation of DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) and ... Kaskela Law https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/kaskela-law-llc-announces-shareholder-investigation-of-dhi-group-inc-nyse-dhx-and/article_722d08d6-9cdf-52e5-b87f-0ae919a15c0a.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) on behalf of the company's shareholders. The investigation seeks to determine if DHI violated the securities laws or breached their fiduciary duties to investors in connection with recent corporate actions. "PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) ('DHI') on behalf of the company's shareholders. The investigation seeks ...[+204 chars]" 2025-02-06T13:46:42 Kaskela Law LLC Announces Shareholder Investigation of DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) and ... Kaskela Law https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/kaskela-law-llc-announces-shareholder-investigation-of-dhi-group-inc-nyse-dhx-and/article_ba37243d-c26f-5726-af98-75d92a6e9b62.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Kaskela Law LLC is investigating DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) on behalf of the company's shareholders. The investigation seeks to determine if DHI violated the securities laws or breached their fiduciary duties to the company’s investors in connection with recent corporate actions. Kaskela represents investors in securities fraud, corporate governance and merger & acquisition litigation on a contingent basis. "PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) ('DHI') on behalf of the company's shareholders. The investigation seeks ...[+983 chars]" 2025-02-06T13:31:23 Supremex Announces Date of Its 2024 Fourth Quarter Results Conference Call Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/supremex-announces-date-of-its-2024-fourth-quarter-results-conference-call https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1Mjg1MSM2NzM1MjM2IzIyMzM0NzY= CA en Supremex Inc. (TSX: SXP) will release its results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024 before markets open on February 20, 2025. A conference call to discuss these results will be held on the same day at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time). A live broadcast of the Conference Call will be available on the Company's website. "Article content MONTREAL, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Supremex Inc. ('Supremex' or the 'Company') (TSX: SXP), a leading North American manufacturer and marketer of envelopes and a growing provide...[+406 chars]" 2025-02-06T13:29:55 Norway's wealth fund maintains ESG focus despite US backlash Gwladys Fouche https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/norways-wealth-fund-maintains-esg-focus-despite-us-backlash-2025-02-06 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/44NZRHRM2NISVKA2UH7FKX4AEE.jpg?auth=9a92559a7b6040e3a739be63dd1516d785dd2c0c2b16139ece7294ddaf7a8b77&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Norway's wealth fund will continue to raise environmental, social and corporate governance issues with the companies it is invested in, including with Big Tech. U.S. conservative activists have spoken out against discussing issues such as diversity and climate change in corporate boardrooms. The fund's Chief Governance and Compliance Officer, Carine Smith Ihenacho, says it is in the middle of an ESG backlash. OSLO, Feb 6 (Reuters) - Norway's wealth fund will continue to raise environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) issues with the companies it is invested in, including with Big Tech, despite a...[+1924 chars] 2025-02-06T13:29:52 Norway's Wealth Fund Champions ESG Amid Backlash Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3255363-norways-wealth-fund-champions-esg-amid-backlash https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/01_07_2024_09_00_01_2228627.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Norway's wealth fund will continue to advocate for environmental, social, and corporate governance issues with its portfolio companies despite backlash. Big Tech firms remain on the agenda as the fund continues its dialogue over important topics, including misinformation and AI responsibility. The fund maintains dialogues with major tech companies focusing on topics like online safety for children despite its minority shareholder position. Norway's wealth fund will persist in advocating for environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) issues with its portfolio companies despite ongoing backlash, according to a senior fund offic...[+924 chars] 2025-02-06T13:16:40 EU Considers Easing Carbon Border Levy to Boost Competitiveness Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3255342-eu-considers-easing-carbon-border-levy-to-boost-competitiveness https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/02_08_2024_22_08_31_3763663.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission is considering reducing the carbon border levy to apply only to the top 20% of companies accountable for most emissions. This could exempt tens of thousands from the pioneering carbon border tax, which is set to commence in 2026 on CO2 emissions linked with imported goods such as steel and cement. The European Commission is contemplating reducing its carbon border levy to apply only to the top 20% of companies accountable for most emissions, as announced by the EU's climate policy leader on Thu...[+535 chars] 2025-02-06T13:09:45 Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript Insider Monkey Transcripts https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/essex-property-trust-inc-nyse-ess-q4-2024-earnings-call-transcript/ar-AA1ywNk7 US en Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) has a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results. Angela Kleiman is the company's president and CEO. Barb Pak will give the prepared remarks and Rylan Burns will answer the questions. "Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript February 5, 2025 Operator: Good day, and welcome to Essex Property Trust, Inc. Fourth Quarter 2024 earnings call. As a reminder, ...[+9716 chars]" 2025-02-06T13:00:00 AI, Data Tools Shape Brazilian Sustainability Strategies Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ai-data-tools-shape-brazilian-130000815.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/15c2b0e789c40c5eef1531d16cdedd7b US en "Regulation, climate events spur companies' environmental efforts, raising demand for services to improve performance, reporting. The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ Sustainability and ESG report for Brazil names Accenture, Capgemini, IBM and Wipro as Leaders in all four quadrants. Deloitte, EY, Microsoft, NTT DATA, PwC and Schneider Electric are named Leaders in two quadrants each. Agrotools, AWS, BCG, DEEP ESG, EcoVadis, ERM, KPMG, Kyndryl, SAP, Stefanini, TIVIT and WayCarbon are named as ""Promising"" companies" "Regulation, climate events spur companies' environmental efforts, raising demand for services to improve performance, reporting, ISG Provider Lens™ report says SíO PAULO, February 06, 2025--(BUSINESS ...[+7347 chars]" 2025-02-06T12:45:18 Google axes diversity hiring targets as it reviews DEI programmes Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.independent.ie/world-news/europe/google-axes-diversity-hiring-targets-as-it-reviews-dei-programmes/a64549926.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/FGeVrOnHH_Ouh1gRFk2jpIgbOMY=/0x39:3600x2439/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/11c72f8a-99b2-4c9c-87d0-096c9a25dd65/e98b8383-d301-4f0b-aa16-5733d5754b8f/11c72f8a-99b2-4c9c-87d0-096c9a25dd65.jpg IE en Google is the latest US firm to back away from diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives as it axes hiring targets and reviews programmes. Google has become the latest in a growing number of US firms to row back on DEI initiatives. Google is also the latest company to axe hiring targets. Google has become the latest in a growing number of US firms to row back on diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives as it axes hiring targets and reviews programmes. 2025-02-06T12:43:03 From 7 Feb, Adani Enterprises to vanish from Dow Jones sustainability indices Nh Business Bureau https://www.nationalheraldindia.com/national/from-7-february-adani-enterprises-to-vanish-from-dow-jones-sustainability-indices https://media.assettype.com/nationalherald%2F2024-12-22%2Fmbi4e0ij%2FGettyImages-1935926054.jpg?rect=0%2C0%2C2764%2C1451&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en The Adani Group's flagship firm Adani Enterprises will be removed from the S&P Dow Jones Indices' sustainability indices tomorrow, 7 February. The move follows a media and stakeholder analysis triggered by allegations of accounting fraud. BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange) and NSE put Adani's three companies under their short-term additional surveillance measure. Beginning tomorrow, 7 February, S&P Dow Jones has said it will remove the Adani Group's flagship firm Adani Enterprises from sustainability indices following a media and stakeholder analysis triggered...[+1268 chars] 2025-02-06T12:28:41 Descartes Showcases Global Trade Intelligence Technology Innovations Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Descartes_Showcases_Global_Trade_Intelligence_Technology_Inn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/[] US en Descartes Systems Group is scheduled to showcase numerous technology innovations to its shareholders on February 6, 2025 in Atlanta. Descartes is the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce. It's listed on Nasdaq:DSGX and on the Toronto Stock Exchange: DSG. ATLANTA, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, is scheduled to showcase numerous t...[+28 chars] 2025-02-06T12:28:27 Google axes diversity hiring targets as it reviews DEI programmes Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.standard.co.uk/news/tech/google-meta-amazon-alphabet-labour-government-b1209544.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/02/06/12/9240d3ea3707b21c6f925b76818c79dcY29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzM4OTMwMDM2-2.78910911.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en Google's parent company Alphabet omitted a sentence from its annual report that said it was committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in everything it does and to growing a workforce representative of the users it serves. It had previously been included in previous reports but was removed this time. In its annual report released this week, Google's parent company Alphabet omitted a sentence that had been included in its previous few reports, stating that it was 'committed to making diversity, equ...[+117 chars] 2025-02-06T12:26:26 EU considers exempting most companies from carbon border levy Kate Abnett https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/eu-considers-exempting-most-companies-carbon-border-levy-2025-02-06 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The European Commission may consider exempting 80% of companies from the upcoming carbon border levy. EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra says nearly all of the emissions covered by the carbon border tariff are produced by just 20% of the companies. The EU's carbon border Levy will start applying fees at the EU border on the CO2 emissions embedded in imported steel, cement and other products from 2026. "BRUSSELS, Feb 6 (Reuters) - The European Commission may consider exempting 80% of companies due to be covered by its upcoming carbon border levy, the EU's head of climate policy said on Thursday. EU C...[+901 chars]" 2025-02-06T12:24:50 France seeks to delay EU sustainability directive CSDDD Jangoulun Singsit https://finance.yahoo.com/news/france-seeks-delay-eu-sustainability-122450753.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/GmgzskQSE0NMTaJ.xTXWLg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/just_style_482/1edfb67efbcbcd27944e9601cc2a929f US en France wants to delay the implementation of the EU's CSDDD, which requires companies to assess, prevent, mitigate, and remedy impacts on people and the environment. Brussels wants to ease the burden on companies that have voiced concerns over what they perceive as undue bureaucracy. The EU is currently grappling with a multitude of challenges. This development was cited in a report disclosed by Politico and Mediapart that suggests France's indefinite deferral proposal for the EU's CSDDD would be represented by Economy Minister Eric Lombard ...[+3659 chars] 2025-02-06T12:15:00 Council Post: Transparency: Nebulous Buzzword Or Bona Fide Game Changer? Antoine Andrews https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbeshumanresourcescouncil/2025/02/06/transparency-nebulous-buzzword-or-bona-fide-game-changer https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/62c597017ee5d8e458ae64dd/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Antoine Andrews is the Chief Diversity & Social Impact Officer at SurveyMonkey. He believes that increased transparency from an organization's leadership builds trust and thus, greater employee buy-in, engagement and satisfaction. According to Deloitte, the correlation between transparency and trust will have the greatest impact on organizational success over the next three years. "Antoine Andrews is the Chief Diversity & Social Impact Officer at SurveyMonkey. getty Research shows that increased transparency from an organization's leadership builds trust and thus, greater employ...[+5524 chars]" 2025-02-06T12:11:19 NCBA Leads The Way In Africa On Sustainable Development Impact Disclosure Reporting Under New Guidelines. Soko Directory Team https://sokodirectory.com/2025/02/ncba-leads-the-way-in-africa-on-sustainable-development-impact-disclosure-reporting-under-new-guidelines https://sokodirectory.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NCBA-Bank-Kenya-2.jpeg KE en NCBA Group has today published its first Sustainable Development Impact Disclosure report. The report was developed with the support of investment banks J.P Morgan and Blaylock Van. NCBA is the first African financial institution to use the new guidelines released by the Impact Disclosure Taskforce in October 2024. It aims to make meaningful contributions to 10 UN Sustainable Development Goals. "NCBA Group has today published its first Sustainable Development Impact Disclosure report, a new approach to sustainability reporting under the Impact Disclosure Guidance released late last year. The ...[+4841 chars]" 2025-02-06T12:07:29 The marketing (and profitability) benefits of showcasing green initiatives Ronelle Bester https://www.businesslive.co.za/redzone/news-insights/2025-02-06-the-marketing-and-profitability-benefits-of-showcasing-green-initiatives https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/xENRwBA8TK9bNDSo5ml1kKbo9xTnb5yTzy0asVJ1jdC7Kqa4JZGkWeIEKUrHl_9xx24pt6dWrdh6Dw1V_uljq4Xi9msv8MDiuG0uBmB2e4vqEA=s1000 ZA en There was a load-shedding in South Africa last week. Businesses have spent the past five years insulating themselves from the upheavals caused by power outages that cost them millions. Now they need to focus on the environmental and cost-saving nature of their sustainability investments. Continued investment in sustainability remains an essential part of all long-term commercial strategies for businesses. These commitments might have lost some public attention during the previous 310 ...[+5170 chars] 2025-02-06T12:06:25 Align Partners Submits Shareholder Proposals at Coway Co., Ltd. to Protect the Interests of Minority Shareholders Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/align-partners-submits-shareholder-proposals-at-coway-co-ltd-to-protect-the-interests-of-minority-shareholders https://mms.businesswire.com/media/20250206617823/en/2374749/3/Picture1.jpg CA en Align Partners Capital Management Inc. submitted 4 shareholder proposals on February 6, 2025, for the upcoming Annual General Meeting of Coway Co., Ltd. Align Partners wants Namuh Rhee, an independent governance and capital markets expert and Chair of the Korea Corporate Governance Forum, to be appointed to the Board and Audit Committee. They also want to expand the Board to prevent any defensive seat-filling by Coway and introduce cumulative voting. "Article content SEOUL, South Korea — Align Partners Capital Management Inc. ('Align Partners'), a shareholder of Coway Co., Ltd. ('Coway' or 'Company') since 2023, submitted 4 shareholder proposals on...[+1965 chars]" 2025-02-06T12:06:25 Align Partners Submits Shareholder Proposals at Coway Co., Ltd. to Protect the Interests of Minority Shareholders Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/align-partners-submits-shareholder-proposals-at-coway-co-ltd-to-protect-the-interests-of-minority-shareholders https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SSGEricaMain-2025-02-05.jpg?quality=5&strip=all&w=100&sig=ynikxaan5KF5X439GHS3MQ CA en Align Partners Capital Management Inc. submitted 4 shareholder proposals on February 6, 2025, for the upcoming Annual General Meeting of Coway Co., Ltd. Align Partners is a Korea-focused investment firm led by CEO Changhwan Lee. The proposals aim to ensure Coway's governance works for all shareholders, not just its largest shareholder, Netmarble. "Proposals follow Coway's failure to respond to governance concerns surrounding how the Board manages conflicts of interest with its largest shareholder, Netmarble. Align submitted shareholder proposal...[+4495 chars]" 2025-02-06T12:06:25 Align Partners Submits Shareholder Proposals at Coway Co., Ltd. to Protect the Interests of Minority Shareholders Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/align-partners-submits-shareholder-proposals-at-coway-co-ltd-to-protect-the-interests-of-minority-shareholders https://mms.businesswire.com/media/20250206617823/en/2374749/3/Picture1.jpg CA en Align Partners Capital Management Inc. submitted 4 shareholder proposals on February 6, 2025, for the upcoming Annual General Meeting of Coway Co., Ltd. Align Partners wants to appoint an independent governance and capital markets expert to the Board and Audit Committee, expand the Board to prevent any defensive seat-filling by Coway, and introduce cumulative voting. "Breadcrumb Trail Links Article content Proposals follow Coway's failure to respond to governance concerns surrounding how the Board manages conflicts of interest with its largest shareholder, Netmarbl...[+2539 chars]" 2025-02-06T12:05:24 Ero Copper to Release Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Operating and Financial Results on March 6, 2025 Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/ero-copper-to-release-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-operating-and-financial-results-on-march-6-2025 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1MzcxNyM2NzM1NDg3IzIwOTQzNDA= CA en Ero Copper Corp. will publish its fourth quarter and full year 2024 operating and financial results on March 6, 2025 after market close. The Company will host a conference call to discuss the results on Friday, March 7, 2025 at 11:30 am Eastern time (8:30am Pacific time) VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ero Copper Corp. (TSX: ERO, NYSE: ERO) (the 'Company') will publish its fourth quarter and full year 2024 operating and financial results ...[+182 chars] 2025-02-06T12:02:53 NexGold Mining Corp. Presents in Red Cloud's Virtual Webinar Series Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/239720-nexgold-mining-corp-presents-in-red-clouds-virtual-webinar-series https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-239720.jpg CA en NexGold Mining Corp. is presenting a live virtual corporate update on February 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET hosted by Red Cloud Financial Services at 2,00 p.m. ET. The company's shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the OTCQX market. Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – February 6, 2025) – NexGold Mining Corp. (TSXV: NEXG) (OTCQX: NXGCF) is pleased to announce that the company is presenting a live virtual corporate update hosted by ...[+64 chars] 2025-02-06T11:50:52 EU Considers Lightening Carbon Border Levy Burden for Most Companies Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3255166-eu-considers-lightening-carbon-border-levy-burden-for-most-companies https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/11_03_2020_13_25_51_351326.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission is considering exempting 80% of companies from the carbon border levy. The majority of emissions are generated by 20% of the companies. The EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra revealed this fact during a European Parliament committee meeting. The Commission wants to alleviate unnecessary bureaucratic procedures for those companies. The European Commission is contemplating exempting 80% of companies that would otherwise be affected by its carbon border levy, according to EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra. Hoekstra revealed d...[+862 chars] 2025-02-06T11:23:00 Google Scales Back Diversity Hiring Targets in Response to Trump's Executive Order Web https://www.novinite.com/articles/230715/Google+Scales+Back+Diversity+Hiring+Targets+in+Response+to+Trump https://www.novinite.com/media/images/2025-02/photo_verybig_230715.jpg BG en Google has decided to scale back some of its diversity hiring targets following an executive order from President Donald Trump. Google is a federal contractor. The company's parent company, Alphabet, generates the majority of its 0 billion annual revenue from Google, which employs nearly 183,000 people worldwide. Meta abandoned its diversity initiatives shortly before Trump's inauguration, and Amazon halted some programs in December. Google has decided to scale back some of its diversity hiring targets, following an executive order from President Donald Trump. The order, which targets government contractors, pressures companies to...[+2929 chars] 2025-02-06T11:20:00 Wyoming needs good legislators Khale Lenhart https://wyofile.com/wyoming-needs-good-legislators https://i0.wp.com/wyofile.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/calfBWleg2025.jpg?fit=1400%2C1020&ssl=1 US en Wyoming's 68th Legislature is in its first legislative session. The majority of members of the House are very conservative and focused on values-based issues. They want to make Wyoming better, but they need to be aware of the unintended consequences of their decisions. "The 2025 legislative session is only a few weeks old, but we have already learned a lot about the new group of officeholders and legislative leadership. In the state House, the majority of representat...[+5096 chars]" 2025-02-06T11:12:00 The Power of Disruption: How DOGE Can Revolutionize Governance Globally Kofi Thompson https://www.modernghana.com/news/1377587/the-power-of-disruption-how-doge-can-revolutioniz.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/logo/white-logo.png GH en Elon Musk is developing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) for the U.S. Federal Government. He wants to replicate the DOGE model globally, starting with African countries like Ghana. The current state of governance is marred by inefficiencies, bureaucratic red tape and corruption. As Elon Musk implements his radical plans for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) for the U.S. Federal Government, a corollary bold vision emerges: a world where corruption is eradicated, a...[+2345 chars] 2025-02-06T11:10:15 Bucharest Stock Exchange and BERD launch new Code of Corporate Governance Romania Insider https://www.romania-insider.com/bucharest-stock-exchange-and-berd-launch-new-code-corporate-governance https://cdn.romania-insider.com/sites/default/files/styles/article_large_image/public/2025-02/bvb_code_of_conduct_bvb_press_release.jpg RO en The Bucharest Stock Exchange's new Code of Corporate Governance was presented at a conference organized by BVB and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in Bucharest on February 5. The main purpose of the code is to support issuers' corporate resilience in a rapidly changing world, increase market resilience and access to capital and foster innovation and sustainable practices. The Code is applicable to all companies listed on the BVB main market. The Bucharest Stock Exchange's new Code of Corporate Governance was recently presented at a conference organized jointly by BVB and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in Bucha...[+3743 chars] 2025-02-06T10:31:50 DEI should be ‘consigned' to the ‘dustbin of history' https://www.skynews.com.au/opinion/sharri-markson/dei-should-be-consigned-to-the-dustbin-of-history/video/624d00a28c649a116d7493b6ee4e4c82 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/7ff9f1a9014d8b7f0265249e630972cf AU en Nationals Senator Matt Canavan believes DEI should be consigned to the 'dustbin of history' after Google announced it will no longer adhere diversity to hiring quotas. There is still the Gender Equality Agency in the country. - Sharri Markson. "Nationals Senator Matt Canavan claims DEI should be 'cosigned' to the 'dustbin of history' after Google announced it will no longer adhere diversity to hiring quotas. 'Hopefully, we can consign this p...[+223 chars]" 2025-02-06T10:28:25 JP Morgan reports no stabilization actions for Limak Energy bonds https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/jp-morgan-reports-no-stabilization-actions-for-limak-energy-bonds/ar-AA1ywdsE US en J.P. Morgan Securities PLC did not stabilize the securities offered by Limak Yenilenebilir Enerji A.Ş. This follows the pre-stabilization period announcement dated February 5, 2025. The securities in question are Green Senior Unsecured Notes with an aggregate nominal amount of USD 450 million, featuring a 5.5-year non-call 2-year term. LONDON - J.P. Morgan Securities PLC announced today that it did not undertake any stabilization measures for the securities offered by Limak Yenilenebilir Enerji A.Ş. This follows the pre-stabilizatio...[+1845 chars] 2025-02-06T10:00:00 Can the world's first major plant to capture carbon directly from the sky survive the shifting politics of climate change? Jeffrey Jones https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-direct-air-capture-plan-carbon-engineering-climate-change-backlash https://www.theglobeandmail.com/resizer/v2/OHXFI5L2HVEPJGFG5AVJQ7XS2U.JPG?auth=bd9e60b525216dfeddcfe5e7b615dbc2a670eef12f8f2a1140298d829e84cacd&width=1200&height=800&quality=80&smart=true CA en ESG and Sustainable Finance Reporter from Squamish, b.c. is responsible for this content. For confidential support, call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details on how to get in touch. "ESG and Sustainable Finance Reporter Squamish, b.c. to view this content." 2025-02-06T10:00:00 The DEI backlash: employers ‘reframing not retreating' Anjli Raval https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/02/06/the-dei-backlash-employers-reframing-not-retreating https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/3DUBXPQ2K5GA7JEMY2ROAHQVDE.jpg?smart=true&auth=a1304b56ca8b63f7e798313ec22a1b34aa5fa796149fc980150a5f9843c3d11d&width=1200&height=630 IE en Meta, McDonald's and Target are ending diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Costco's shareholders voted overwhelmingly to uphold the company's DEI policies. JPMorgan Chase has reaffirmed its commitment to DEI. Some companies are trying to find a middle ground between abandoning DEI and positioning themselves as targets for conservative activists. "US companies ending programmes promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in recent weeks have chimed with the political zeitgeist and tapped into public fatigue towards such schemes. Meta , McDo...[+9190 chars]" 2025-02-06T09:36:11 U.S. govt terminating ‘Gender X' marker will save over $1m — DOGE Femi Akinyemi https://tribuneonlineng.com/u-s-govt-terminating-gender-x-marker-will-save-over-1m-doge https://tribuneonlineng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Trump-e1738834277778.webp NG en The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) announced Wednesday that the Social Security Administration's move to terminate a contract dealing with the 'Gender X' marker on public-facing applications will save over $1 million in taxpayer funds. President Donald Trump signed an executive order that reversed changes made during the Biden administration. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) announced Wednesday that the Social Security Administration's move to terminate a contract dealing with the 'Gender X' marker on public-facing applicatio...[+1018 chars] 2025-02-06T09:04:14 Google is the latest company to make DEI policy U-turn Laura Varley https://www.siliconrepublic.com/business/google-latest-company-dei-policy-u-turn-inclusion-trump https://www.siliconrepublic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Heidi.jpeg IE en Google is reviewing its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. Following Trump's executive orders, many companies have begun to dissolve their DEI initiatives and layoff staff. Google is also at the centre of an antitrust investigation launched by China's State Administration for Market Regulation as a response to Trump's 10% tariff on Chinese imports. "Following on the heels of other companies, such as Amazon and Meta, Google has decided to review its diversity, equity and inclusion targets. Tech giant Google is the latest corporation to announce it...[+2282 chars]" 2025-02-06T08:15:22 Generation Development Group set to acquire Evidentia for $320m Sarah Thompson https://www.afr.com/street-talk/generation-development-group-set-to-acquire-evidentia-for-320m-20250206-p5la8z https://www.afr.com/favicon.ico AU en Generation Development Group will buy Sydney's Evidentia Group for $320 million. Jefferies and MA Moelis will raise the equity funding for the deal. The deal will be accretive to earnings for the fund managers and strategic fit for GDG's investment research and rating house Lonsec. Generation Development Group, capitalised at $1.4 billion on the ASX, is set to acquire Sydney's Evidentia Group, which provides investment advice on $8 billion-plus in assets to large wealth managers...[+313 chars] 2025-02-06T08:12:36 Transparency group urges government to expedite asset declaration for public officials Luqman Hakim https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/02/1171439/transparency-group-urges-government-expedite-asset-declaration-public https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/mohan_1738829544.jpg MY en Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) wants mandatory asset declaration for all public officials and Members of Parliament to uphold transparency and good governance. Some candidates in the 15th General Election had voluntarily declared their assets before the polls, but TI-M wants this practice extended to all elected representatives and public officials without delay. KUALA LUMPUR: Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) has called on the government to accelerate the implementation of mandatory asset declaration for all public officials and Members of Parliament...[+1356 chars] 2025-02-06T08:00:00 Kao Recognized as Global Environmental Leader with a CDP Triple ‘A' for Fifth Consecutive Year Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/kao-recognized-global-environmental-leader-080000903.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/4ceb533f5cbd23e9ea67825368eff577 US en CDP recognized Kao with a triple 'A' rating for the fifth consecutive year. Kao is a manufacturer of personal care and household products, cosmetics and specialty chemicals. The Kao Group established its ESG strategy, the Kirei Lifestyle Plan, in April 2019. "CDP, a global nonprofit organization, has recognized Kao with a triple 'A' rating for the fifth consecutive year. The CDP triple 'A'—the highest rating available in the survey—is the result of Kao's p...[+5350 chars]" 2025-02-06T07:50:00 Nomination deadline approaches for 2025 Corporate Citizenship Awards Marissa Nall https://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/news/2025/02/05/nominations-open-corporate-citizenship-2025.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12911816/anty7364*1200xx5184-2916-0-270.jpg US en The 2025 Corporate Citizenship Awards are open for nominations for organizations that have made social responsibility an integral part of their operations. The Business Journal will recognize work in several categories, including basic needs, education and economic opportunity. To be eligible, companies must have been in business for at least three years. Winners will be featured in the Corporate Citizenship special publication and honored at an awards luncheon. "Nominations are closing soon for the 2025 Corporate Citizenship Awards, which seek to honor organizations that have made social responsibility an integral part of their operations. The deadline to nom...[+853 chars]" 2025-02-06T07:44:30 Linking climate change to SDGs for a more sustainable future Dr. Prajal Pradhan https://thehimalayantimes.com/opinion/linking-climate-change-to-sdgs-for-a-more-sustainable-future https://thehimalayantimes.com/thehimalayantimes/uploads/images/2025/02/06/37875.JPG NP en IPCC reports compile the latest scientific knowledge for governments and world leaders. The seventh report will be released in 2028. The 62nd session of the IPCC will take place in Hangzhou, China from 24 to 28 February. Dr Prajal Pradhan (University of Groningen) and an international team of scientists argued to make the upcoming IPCC reports more policy-relevant by holistically reflecting on all Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Prior to the 62nd meeting of the IPCC, Dr Prajal Pradhan (University of Groningen) and an international team of scientists argued to make the upcoming IPCC reports more policy-relevant by holistically...[+3753 chars] 2025-02-06T07:40:17 Detection Technology Board Approves Performance Share Plan 2025–2027 Rekha Nair https://businessnewsthisweek.com/business/detection-technology-board-approves-performance-share-plan-2025-2027 https://biznewsdesk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/unnamed-12-300x189.png IN en Detection Technology's Board decided on a Performance Share Plan 2025–2027. The potential awards under the plan will be paid during H1 2028 as listed shares of Detection Technology. The primary performance measure is the total shareholder return (absolute TSR) and the sustainability metric is connected to the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions. About 60 people are eligible to participate in the PSP 2025-2027 program. "Detection Technology's Board decided on a Performance Share Plan 2025–2027 6th Feb 2025: The Board of Directors of Detection Technology Plc decided on a Performance Share Plan 2025–2027 (PSP 2025–2027...[+3189 chars]" 2025-02-06T07:25:17 Trump Effect? Google Ditches Diversity Hiring — No More 'Aspirational Goals' https://www.timesnownews.com/business-economy/companies/donald-trump-effect-google-amazon-and-meta-ditch-diversity-hiring-no-more-aspirational-goals-article-117973972 https://static.tnn.in/thumb/msid-117974359,thumbsize-33670,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-75/117974359.jpg IN en Alphabet Inc.'s Google has informed its employees that the firm will no longer have 'aspirational goals' tied to incorporating a diverse workforce. This is the latest move in Silicon Valley's pullback from initiatives that have lost support during US President Donald Trump's tenure. Google is known internationally as one of the leading tech firms that has made significant strides in promoting diversity. "New Delhi : Google , one of the leading tech firms has recently made an unforeseen announcement. Alphabet Inc.'s Google has informed its employees that the firm will formally no longer have 'aspiratio...[+2504 chars]" 2025-02-06T07:20:39 Transformation at the top still confronts banking sector Anathi Madubela https://www.citizen.co.za/business/transformation-at-the-top-still-confronts-banking-sector https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Mary-Vilakazi-BASA-parliament.png ZA en Basa's 2024 Transformation Report shows that the banking sector is falling short of its transformation goals. The report was published a day after the Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition held a joint meeting with banks and financial regulators. Absa, a bank that has always had transformation challenges, should be getting a new CEO this year. "Transformation at the top still confronts banking sector Banks will have to be more deliberate in making BEE appointments at a top level – Basa chair. The Banking Association South Africa (Basa) has r...[+4313 chars]" 2025-02-06T07:17:08 Coway Faces Potential Proxy Battle as Align Partners Advocates for Board Changes Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=234932 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202502/234932_237934_1355_v150.jpg KR en Align Partners has sent a proposal to Coway's board of directors on Feb. 6. It proposes introducing a cumulative voting system and increasing the number of directors from 7 to 8. Lee Nam-woo, a seasoned financial expert and Chairman of the Korea Corporate Governance Forum, is recommended as a new outside director and audit committee member. In a bold move to reshape the governance structure of Coway, Align Partners has intensified its shareholder activism by sending a comprehensive proposal to the company's board of directors on Feb. 6. ...[+2144 chars] 2025-02-06T07:16:09 CSG Systems International Inc (CSGS) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Record Revenue and ... Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/csg-systems-international-inc-csgs-071609135.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/527a7eb0bf5d5a86eb4967c108b82092 US en CSG Systems International Inc (NASDAQ:CSGS) achieved record-setting results in 2024 with a 7% total revenue growth and a new quarterly revenue record of $317 million. The company secured several significant new contracts and renewals, including a six-year contract renewal with Comcast and new deals with MTN South Africa and Mobiley. CSGS is diversifying its revenue streams, targeting new industry verticals such as media, financial services, healthcare, and retail. It is still in the early stages of its SaaS and cloud transition. "Quarterly Revenue: $317 million, a 7% year-over-year growth. Organic Revenue Growth: 5% year-over-year. Operating Income: Increased 32% year-over-year, reaching 20.1% of revenue. Adjusted EBITDA: Grew...[+5168 chars]" 2025-02-06T07:03:00 Authorities slow to act on delisting 'zombie' companies Jun Ji-hye https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2025/02/175_391684.html https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/1f3d3607ac2444f49b25b6825e9e602a.jpg KR en Zombie companies are underperforming companies that struggle to pay loan interest with their operating profits and survive mainly through loan extensions from financial institutions or government support. One in five publicly traded companies in Korea is classified as a zombie company. The number of zombie companies increased by 12.3 percentage points compared to 2016, the second-largest rise after the U.S. "Growing exodus of young investors from KOSPI threatens market's growth potential: FSS governor The number of 'zombie' companies, considered one of the causes of the so-called 'Korea discount,' has yet...[+3747 chars]" 2025-02-06T06:41:31 Again, Schneider Electric Wins World's Most Sustainable Corporation Award Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4099541/again-schneider-electric-wins-worlds-most-sustainable-corporation-award.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. Schneider Electric is the only company to twice rank first in the Global 100. The chief executive officer, Schneider, earns over $1 billion in annual revenues. The company generates annual revenues of more than $1billion. Schneider Electric has been named the Worlds Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. Schneider Electric is the only company to twice rank first in the Global 100. Schneider Electric pr...[+205 chars] 2025-02-06T06:40:34 Wholesaler Metro AG To Delist From Stock Exchange https://www.esmmagazine.com/retail/wholesaler-metro-ag-to-delist-from-stock-exchange-282125 https://img.resized.co/esmmagazine/eyJkYXRhIjoie1widXJsXCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL21lZGlhLm1hZGlzb25wdWJsaWNhdGlvbnMuZXVcXFwvZXNtbWFnYXppbmUtcHJvZFxcXC91cGxvYWRzXFxcLzIwMjNcXFwvMDJcXFwvMjAxMDIxNTlcXFwvbWV0cm8tZmxhZ3MuanBnXCIsXCJ3aWR0aFwiOjEyMDAsXCJoZWlnaHRcIjo2MjcsXCJkZWZhdWx0XCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL2ltZy5yZXNpemVkLmNvXFxcL25vLWltYWdlLnBuZ1wiLFwib3B0aW9uc1wiOltdfSIsImhhc2giOiJmYmZjMjY4M2JmMTM3YmRlZjk3Njk1N2Q1ZWQ2ZDIxYzIxOGZmZjE4In0=/wholesaler-metro-ag-to-delist-from-stock-exchange.jpg IE en Metro has signed an agreement for the delisting of Metro AG with EP Global Commerce GmbH (EPGC), a holding company controlled by Daniel Křetínský. EPGC will make a delisting offer to all shareholders of Metro and offer a price of €5.33 per share. "Wholesale giant Metro has signed an agreement for the delisting of Metro AG with EP Global Commerce GmbH (EPGC), a holding company controlled by Daniel Křetínský. The delisting agreement aligns with E...[+2711 chars]" 2025-02-06T06:37:13 Solarium Green Energy IPO opens today: Check subscription status, GMP and other details Pranati Deva https://www.livemint.com/market/ipo/solarium-green-energy-ipo-opens-today-check-subscription-status-gmp-and-other-details-11738823120474.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/06/1600x900/g23b35bf0f8dd20b732de4f22ef6e5ed4c9ca7d548cad15818_1738823238963_1738823239195.png IN en The initial public offering (IPO) of Solarium Green Energy opened for subscription on Thursday, February 6 and will close on Monday, February 10. The company aims to raise ₹105.05 crore through the SME IPO. The retail portion of the public issue was subscribed 0.3 times, while the Non-Institutional Investors' (NII) category received 0.16 times bids. QIBs have not placed any bids yet. The shares in the grey market traded at a premium of ⁹15 today. The IPO will list on BSE SME on February 13, 2025. Solarium Green Energy IPO: The initial public offering (IPO) of Solarium Green Energy opened for subscription on Thursday, February 6 and will close on Monday, February 10. The company, which aims to ...[+2348 chars] 2025-02-06T06:04:00 Climate Change's Business Impact: Counting Cost Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/climate-changes-business-impact-counting-cost-1403309 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/usersubmittedcontentclimatechange.jpg US en In January this year, mandatory climate reporting requirements affecting more than 6000 Australian organisations came into effect. UNSW's Dr Tanya Fiedler is an internationally recognised expert in the field of climate risk accounting and accountability. She is advocating an approach developed in the climate sciences that is explicit about the complexity and uncertainties involved in identifying these kinds of risks. "Accounting for climate change is in its infancy – and a UNSW academic says getting it right requires new ways of thinking. In January this year, mandatory climate reporting requirements affecting more...[+8525 chars]" 2025-02-06T06:00:00 DEI is dead in America – now the City wants to kill it in Britain Lucy Burton https://www.yahoo.com/news/dei-dead-america-now-city-060000955.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/mwAsvdiEUD3r4yHWpiledA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NTA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_telegraph_258/df1ca805e40574f0dc6de5fb9a7a9f79 US en Rachel Reeves wants to crack down on'stifling and unpredictable regulation' in the economy. Many bankers want her to target diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) rules. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is considering putting in place official rules for how companies should treat diversity. A policy statement is expected later this year, following a consultation in 2023. The idea is to prioritise hiring people from under-represented groups to ensure a balance of gender and ethnicities within companies. The proposals have sparked fierce backlash. Rachel Reeves has promised to crackdown on 'stifling and unpredictable regulation' across the economy to kickstart growth. In the City of London, bankers want her to start by targeting diversity, equi...[+7818 chars] 2025-02-06T06:00:00 Proposed Delisting via Merger of BenevolentAI into Osaka Holdings S.à r.l. and Publication of Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/proposed-delisting-via-merger-benevolentai-060000491.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/JN6IMI0BssL2MwU._SXZxg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0xOTA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/624e0ca46f7f1aba7bfd056504bfe075 US en BenevolentAI, a pioneer in AI-driven drug discovery, proposes delisting from Euronext Amsterdam N.V. and merging into Osaka Holdings S.à r.l. (Osaka Holdings) on March 13, 2025. The Board of BenevolentAI has concluded that delisting and transitioning to a private company is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders. "LONDON, February 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: BenevolentAI, (""BenevolentAI"" or ""the Company"") (Euronext Amsterdam: BAI), a pioneer in AI-driven drug discovery, today announces: Subject ...[+16453 chars]" 2025-02-06T05:52:48 Supreme Court suggests Sukuk for Wasa plant Dawn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Supreme_Court_suggests_Sukuk_for_Wasa_plant https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rBk5EKHggKo/0.jpg US en The Supreme Court has recommended that the Water and Sanitation Authority consider the issuance of a Green Sukuk to fund the establishment of a plant for treating contaminated. Islamic finance has been a game changer in climate action, offering ethical and sustainable financial solutions for the Global South. ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has recommended that the Water and Sanitation Authority (Wasa) consider the issuance of a Green Sukuk — a Shariah-compliant financial instrument — to fund the establishmen...[+176 chars] 2025-02-06T05:45:00 Young talent is turning the heat up on sustainability in the built environment: Phil Kelly Phil Kelly https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/young-talent-is-turning-the-heat-up-on-sustainability-in-the-built-environment-phil-kelly-4976155 https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjVjZmE1M2Y0LWU4YjktNGVjNi05YTllLWRjOWRkMmVjZDdjNjpiNmUwZWQ2YS1kZDM5LTRkYTQtODAxMi0xYjRjYjc1MzQ3OTQ=.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Sustainability has become a major focus for businesses in recent years. Businesses need to ensure their environmental policies are in place and regularly evolving to meet the changing legislative landscape. A recent survey by Prospects at Jisc found that 86% of young people said it was vital that the company they work for has a positive environmental impact. Ridge is working with building owners and organisations to deliver tangible results which maximise the value and performance of assets. "Business Sustainability has become a major focus for businesses in recent years, with ESG reporting crucial to securing funding, clients and talent. The built environment is no different. By Published...[+4737 chars]" 2025-02-06T05:39:21 Ashok Leyland bags top honours in Sustainalytics' ESG Risk Rating for heavy machinery sector PTI https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/commercial-vehicle/ashok-leyland-bags-top-honours-in-sustainalytics-esg-risk-rating-for-heavy-machinery-sector/117970861 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117970861,imgsize-153218,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etauto/commercial-vehicle/ashok-leyland-bags-top-honours-in-sustainalytics-esg-risk-rating-for-heavy-machinery-sector.jpg IN en Hinduja Group's flagship company, Ashok Leyland, has secured the top rank in Sustainalytics' ESG Risk Rating for the heavy machinery and truck sectors during the October-December 2024 quarter. The recognition highlights the leadership in ESG principles with a strong focus on integrating sustainability across business operations, product stewardship, and corporate social responsibility. "Hinduja Group flagship company Ashok Leyland on Wednesday said that it has secured the top rank in Sustainalytics ' ESG Risk Rating for the heavy machinery and truck sectors during the October-Decembe...[+1037 chars]" 2025-02-06T05:24:13 Unambitious and undermined: why NZ's latest climate pledge lacks the crucial 'good faith' factor https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/unambitious-and-undermined-why-nz-s-latest-climate-pledge-lacks-the-c02e2ef06b41e14f4618ac7ad017de460861ea5d https://images.theconversation.com/files/646651/original/file-20250203-15-g804dl.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C179%2C4933%2C2818&q=20&auto=format&w=320&fit=clip&dpr=2&usm=12&cs=strip FR en The announcement of New Zealand's new climate pledge under the Paris Agreement was met with sharp criticism last week. It was criticised as underwhelming and unambitious to combat climate change. New Zealand would commit to reducing emissions by 51-55% below 2005 levels by 2035, which is 1-5% above the current NDC of a 50% cut by 2030. "The announcement of New Zealand's new climate pledge under the Paris Agreement was met with sharp criticism last week. The agreement commits nations to provide a new pledge, known as a Nationally Dete...[+1540 chars]" 2025-02-06T05:06:51 Google joins firms dropping diversity recruitment goals BBC https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4099400/google-joins-firms-dropping-diversity-recruitment-goals.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en U-turn by former diversity champion comes as major companies face pressure to drop the policies. Click here to read the full news report.   Â ... . , in the news report in this article. "U-turn by former the diversity champion comes as major companies face pressure to drop the policies. Click here to read full news.." 2025-02-06T05:05:15 IGG sets March 2025 for politicians' wealth declaration The Independent https://www.independent.co.ug/igg-sets-march-2025-for-politicians-wealth-declaration https://www.independent.co.ug/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Betty-Kamya.jpg UG en All politicians in Uganda must declare their wealth and assets in March 2025. The mandatory exercise will run from March 1 to March 31. Leadership Code Act, Cap 33, requires specified leaders to declare their income, assets, and liabilities to the Inspectorate of Government every two years in March. This year's exercise is themed 'Enhanced Accountability Through Wealth Disclosure' "IGG Beti Olive Kamya Turwomwe Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Beti Olive Kamya Turwomwe, has announced that all politicians in Uganda must declare their ...[+2923 chars]" 2025-02-06T05:02:14 February 2025's Stocks That May Be Priced Below Estimated Value Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/february-2025s-stocks-may-priced-050214894.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4020998fe5d069537fb917fd739e4047 US en Zhongji Innolight (SZSE:300308), Reach Subsea (OB:REACH), TF Bank (OM:TFBANK), Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, Northwest Bancshares (NasdaqGS:NWBI), Groupe Dynamite (TSX:GRGD), Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile (NYSE:SQM), Kyndryl Holdings (US$43.45), HK$28.25, HK$56.12, CA$11.89, and DE$5.97. As global markets navigate a landscape marked by fluctuating corporate earnings, AI competition concerns, and central banks' interest rate decisions, investors are keenly observing the shifting dynami...[+6069 chars] 2025-02-06T04:48:21 Google joins firms dropping diversity recruitment goals BBC News https://www.yahoo.com/news/google-joins-firms-dropping-diversity-044821230.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Z.lKoVHoycfSzsenrTorSA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bbc_us_articles_995/42cfe21e006630d69d669df74c040d90 US en Google has abandoned its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) recruitment targets. The technology giant is also reviewing some of its other DEI programmes. President Donald Trump and his allies have regularly attacked DEI policies. Last week, Target was sued by a group of shareholders, led by a police pension fund. "Google has become the latest big US firm to scrap its goals to recruit more workers from underrepresented groups, BBC News understands. The decision to abandon the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE...[+2869 chars]" 2025-02-06T04:45:06 Google Scraps Diversity-Based Hiring Targets archyde https://www.archyde.com/google-scraps-diversity-based-hiring-targets https://img.rasset.ie/000ddb18-1600.jpg US en Alphabet's Google is re-evaluating its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The tech giant announced the end of its aspirational hiring goals for underrepresented groups. The company's shift coincides with ongoing legal and political challenges to DEI initiatives. Google is reviewing policy changes by former President Donald Trump aimed at restricting DEI in government and among federal contractors. "Table of Contents The move by Google,a company once lauded for its commitment to DEI,has sparked a crucial conversation.Critics argue that abandoning concrete targets removes the accountability necess...[+13668 chars]" 2025-02-06T04:41:36 DEI: Google joins US firms abandoning diversity recruitment goals João da Silva https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3rw3e5je5po https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/a11d/live/4649bbb0-e43d-11ef-b965-a5369021bf02.jpg GB en Google has abandoned its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) recruitment targets. The technology giant is also reviewing some of its other DEI programmes. President Donald Trump has ordered government agencies to eliminate DEI initiatives. Google is the latest major company to make a U-turn on its diversity policies. Google has become the latest big US firm to scrap its goals to recruit more workers from underrepresented groups, BBC News understands.The decision to abandon the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI...[+3037 chars] 2025-02-06T04:23:31 Guinness Nigeria announces changes to board of directors Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4099111/guinness-nigeria-announces-changes-to-board-of-directors.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Guinness Nigeria Plc has announced key changes to its board of directors. The changes reflect the company's commitment to strong corporate governance and strategic leadership and reflect its commitment to the best interests of the company and its shareholders. The company is a subsidiary of Guinness Group. Guinness Nigeria Plc has announced key changes to its board of directors, reflecting its commitment to strong corporate governance and strategic leadership.The post Guinness Nigeria announces changes ...[+122 chars] 2025-02-06T04:20:06 Heirs Holdings Announces Key Leadership Appointments Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4099025/heirs-holdings-announces-key-leadership-appointments.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Azubike Emodi appointed Afriland Properties MD/CEO Oluchi Chibuzor Heirs Holdings. Chidi Okpala becomes Executive DirectorPayments, Group. Azubike was previously an executive director of the Afrilland Properties Group. Names Chidi Okpala executive director Azubike Emodi appointed Afriland Properties MD/CEO Oluchi Chibuzor Heirs Holdings yesterday announce further strategic leadership appointments, with Chidi Okpala ...[+73 chars] 2025-02-06T04:12:42 Shareholders in EDAG Engineering Group (ETR:ED4) are in the red if they invested a year ago Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/shareholders-edag-engineering-group-etr-041242742.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/6540fe5988bdb3105f465c4ad0990b6f US en EDAG Engineering Group AG's share price declined 51% in the last year, while the market returned 17%. Over the last three years, the share price is down 40%, and it's down 17% in about a quarter. The company has improved its bottom line over the last 3 years, but it has a P/E ratio of 7.75. Its shareholders are down 49% for the last 1 year, but the market is up 17%. Passive investing in an index fund is a good way to ensure your own returns roughly match the overall market. But if you buy individual stocks, you can do both better or worse than that. That downside...[+4157 chars] 2025-02-06T04:00:21 Google ditches DEI hiring goals Techcrunch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4098686/google-ditches-dei-hiring-goals.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Google will no longer have diversity hiring targets and will review its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Google joins other tech companies rolling back DEI practices. Amazon and Meta have also changed their DEI policies recently. . Â Google will no longer have diversity hiring targets and will review its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, according to an email sent to employees seen by The Wall Street Journal. Google now j...[+244 chars] 2025-02-06T03:31:02 Google scraps diversity-based hiring targets Kenrick Cai https://www.bordermail.com.au/story/8885911/google-scraps-diversity-based-hiring-targets https://www.bordermail.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/0049266b-a674-48a9-9911-6f4d74d5b0d6.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Google is scrapping its goal to hire more employees from underrepresented groups and is reviewing some of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Google is joining a slew of US businesses scaling back diversity initiatives and is one of the first to do so. Google is scrapping its goal to hire more employees from underrepresented groups and is reviewing some of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, joining a slew of US businesses scaling...[+28 chars] 2025-02-06T03:01:10 Oando distributes 1.28b shares to shareholders Taofik Salako https://thenationonlineng.net/oando-distributes-1-28b-shares-to-shareholders https://thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Oando-Plc.jpg NG en The board of directors of Oando Plc has approved distribution of 1.284 billion ordinary shares of 50 kobo each to shareholders of the indigenous energy group. The shares were valued yesterday at about N89.9 billion. Oando's share price rose by 2.26 per cent to N70 per share yesterday at the Nigerian Exchange. "The board of directors of Oando Plc has approved distribution of 1.284 billion ordinary shares of 50 kobo each to shareholders of the indigenous energy group. The 1.284 billion shares, being distribut...[+2220 chars]" 2025-02-06T03:00:00 STEPHEN CRANSTON: There are still opportunities in hedge funds for local investors Stephen Cranston https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/opinion/columnists/2025-02-06-stephen-cranston-there-are-still-opportunities-in-hedge-funds-for-local-investors https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/1Q8R7e5wELvpe5KvYcm9-a9J8lHFxBHTwq1IRaTGZQxygdDpcKvU1PEH3hK3Z99Q12mQPWMm84j-TJDxTpKSA1nV6Lw4KXLhWRTpC_9CJ95TVQQ=s1000 ZA en The hedge fund sector has not been a commercial success in SA. The industry has gathered about R100bn in the last 27 years. Unlike many jurisdictions, investors can still invest in the top-performing hedge funds. Peregrine Capital has gathered close to R30bn in its two funds, the High Growth fund and the Pure Hedge fund. The hedge fund sector has not been much of a commercial success in SA. The first batch of respectable hedge funds were launched in about 1998. Yet in the intervening 27 years, the industry has gathere...[+5452 chars] 2025-02-06T03:00:00 EDITORIAL: Still in the dark https://www.businesslive.co.za/fm/opinion/editorial/2025-02-06-editorial-still-in-the-dark https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/LiuIR4kYbwsrfyo6Td9tK3ttqZaaLUMH9QcqDtnUdAgI8MdJb9hG0XqA7q8yoKJ0ftus7sNpH3XiT02eo-nMBoP_U51N_bz8=s1000 ZA en Eskom's fundamentals are abysmal and are not improving. Bheki Nxumalo should be recognised as an 'unsung hero of 2024' because of the turnaround in electricity supply. The relevant legislation (the Energy Regulation Amendment Act) was tampered with and has not been fully signed into law. Eskom reckons the new transmission company will need R210bn to build the infrastructure required to on-board new renewables. A recent opinion piece gave vivid life to George W Bush's concept of 'the soft bigotry of low expectations'. In it, the idea was floated that the man running the generation operation at Eskom, Bheki N...[+3281 chars] 2025-02-06T03:00:00 Luxshare Precision Honored in '2024 China Corporate ESG 100 Index' Media Out Reach Newswire https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-mediaoutreachnewswire/media-outreach/2025/02/06/1112979/luxshare-precision-honored-in-2024-china-corporate-esg-100-index https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/CompanyThumb/390x205/359634/Luxshare HK en Luxshare Precision has been honored with inclusion in the '2024 China Corporate ESG 100 Index'. Luxshare Precision is committed to upholding the highest standards of labor, human rights, environmental stewardship, and ethical conduct. The company has published its sustainability reports for five consecutive years. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 February 2025 – Luxshare Precision, a leading figure in the realm of sustainable development, has recently been honored with inclusion in the '2024 China Co...[+2730 chars] 2025-02-06T02:55:20 Google scraps diversity hiring goals as it reviews Trump's DEI curbs https://www.firstpost.com/tech/google-scraps-diversity-hiring-goals-as-it-reviews-trumps-dei-curbs-13860109.html https://images.firstpost.com/uploads/2025/01/Google-to-step-up-cyber-defenses-after-employee-faced-a-devastating-phishing-attack-2025-01-ddd6b0d9a8294f8955891e177624b694-1200x675.jpg?im=FitAndFill=(1200,675) IN en Alphabet, the parent company of Google, is scrapping its goal to hire more employees from historically underrepresented groups. The tech giant on Wednesday said that it is reviewing some of its equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Facebook's parent company Meta announced it was ending its DEI programs. Amazon also said it was winding down outdated programs related to representation and inclusion. The tech giant on Wednesday said that it is reviewing some of its equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. With this, Google has joined a slew of US businesses that have either scaled back or completel...[+2838 chars] 2025-02-06T02:39:24 SC suggests Sukuk for Wasa plant Dawn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/SC_suggests_Sukuk_for_Wasa_plant https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rBk5EKHggKo/0.jpg US en The Supreme Court has recommended that the Water and Sanitation Authority consider the issuance of a Green Sukuk to fund the establishment of a plant for treating contaminated. Islamic finance has been a game changer in climate action, offering ethical and sustainable financial solutions for the Global South. ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has recommended that the Water and Sanitation Authority (Wasa) consider the issuance of a Green Sukuk — a Shariah-compliant financial instrument — to fund the establishmen...[+176 chars] 2025-02-06T02:15:16 Unambitious and undermined: why NZ's latest climate pledge lacks the crucial ‘good faith' factor Nathan Cooper https://theconversation.com/unambitious-and-undermined-why-nzs-latest-climate-pledge-lacks-the-crucial-good-faith-factor-248877 https://images.theconversation.com/files/646651/original/file-20250203-15-g804dl.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=44%2C224%2C5008%2C2504&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en New Zealand's new climate pledge under the Paris Agreement was met with sharp criticism last week. It was criticised as underwhelming and unambitious to combat climate change. It raises the question whether the coalition government has done enough to comply with its international obligations. New Zealand's NDC falls short of the commitments offered by other comparable countries and some developing nations. "The announcement of New Zealand's new climate pledge under the Paris Agreement was met with sharp criticism last week. The agreement commits nations to provide a new pledge, known as a Nationally Dete...[+5034 chars]" 2025-02-06T01:47:28 Google ends diversity-based hirings in line with Donald Trump's order: ‘Will no longer have aspirational goals' Livemint https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/google-ends-diversity-based-hirings-in-line-with-alphabet-us-president-donald-trumps-order-will-no-longer-have-goals-11738805820838.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/06/1600x900/USA-TRUMP-CHINA-GOOGLE-0_1738652458015_1738806069302.JPG IN en Alphabet-owned Google is scrapping its goal to hire more employees from underrepresented groups. The tech giant has also said that it will review diversity based hiring programs in alignment with US President Donald Trump's stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Google had for years been pushing for more inclusive policies in the wake of protests against the police killings of George Floyd and other Black Americans in 2020. Years after advocating for more inclusive policies at workplace, Alphabet-owned Google, is scrapping its goal to hire more employees from underrepresented groups, reported Reuters.The tech giant has a...[+2138 chars] 2025-02-06T01:26:58 Corporate America ‘racing to embrace' Donald Trump https://www.skynews.com.au/world-news/united-states/corporate-america-racing-to-embrace-donald-trump/video/ad3e773b472d55cf29fd6a44ac8f1866 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/d597c6f78775f7b55b35c296fef6dcf9 AU en Daschle Group President and COO Nathan Daschle has commented on how corporate America's landscape has transformed since Donald Trump took office. Google is dropping its diversity target, joining a growing list of corporate American companies that are ditching or scaling back their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. "Daschle Group President and COO Nathan Daschle has commented on how corporate America's landscape has transformed since 2016 when Donald Trump first took office to his second term in the top job. Mr D...[+721 chars]" 2025-02-06T01:23:35 ESG Funds Remain Resilient Despite Political Headwinds DJ Shaw https://finance.yahoo.com/news/esg-funds-remain-resilient-despite-012335083.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/n8OPH9wCIUAsei081Yz41Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/indexuniverse.com/276000ef3aeeadba9bd112e5ae86ad6a US en Investors pulled $17.9 billion from sustainable exchange-traded funds over the past two years, but certain ESG-focused funds are still attracting new money. The iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (ESGU) has pulled in $588.7 million in new money year to date. The Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF ( ESGV) has attracted $167.8 million in fresh assets this year. As political pressure mounts against environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing, retail investors aren't abandoning sustainable exchange-traded funds—even as major corporations scale back th...[+2878 chars] 2025-02-06T01:20:00 New Zealand Climate Pledge Lacks Crucial Good Faith Factor Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/new-zealand-climate-pledge-lacks-crucial-good-1403628 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1532938911079-1b06ac7ceec7%3Fixid%3DMXwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHw%253D%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1489%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en New Zealand's new climate pledge under the Paris Agreement was met with sharp criticism last week. It was criticised as underwhelming and unambitious to combat climate change. The coalition government may be pursuing policies that could undermine climate action while pledging the bare minimum internationally. The agreement itself lacks an enforcement mechanism. "The announcement of New Zealand's new climate pledge under the Paris Agreement was met with sharp criticism last week. Nathan Cooper Associate Professor of Law, University of Waikato The agreement com...[+5333 chars]" 2025-02-06T01:19:57 Diversity, inclusion no longer a priority in Google after parent firm Alphabet removes commitment https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/02/06/diversity-inclusion-no-longer-a-priority-in-google-after-parent-firm-alphabet-removes-commitment/165640 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/02/06/thumbs/400x400/259374.jpg MY en Alphabet has stopped making diversity and inclusion a workplace priority, according to a filing yesterday with US regulators. The company no longer had hiring goals based on race or gender. Google updated its principles regarding artificial intelligence, removing vows not to use the technology for weapons or surveillance. "SAN FRANCISCO, Feb 6 — Google parent company Alphabet has stopped making diversity and inclusion a workplace priority, according to a filing yesterday with US regulators. The internet giant's annual 1...[+1746 chars]" 2025-02-06T01:17:00 Google is the latest tech giant to move away from DEI, as it weighs implications for federal contracts News Feed Editor https://rocketnews.com/2025/02/google-is-the-latest-tech-giant-to-move-away-from-dei-as-it-weighs-implications-for-federal-contracts https://rocketnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/cropped-RocketNews-icon-logo-32x32.png US en The decision marks the latest major corporate retreat from diversity, equity and inclusion practices, according to the company's CEO.   inclusion and diversity is a key part of corporate culture, the company said. in a statement. In a statement the company added that it is committed to diversity and equity. The decision marks the latest major corporate retreat from diversity, equity and inclusion practices. 2025-02-06T01:15:00 Endeavour Announces Holding(s) in Company Feb. 6, 2025 01:15 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6030766 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/MTYwNDJjMmQtZDQwZi00ZjFmLTk5ZGItNzAzZWMzMzI0YmNhLTEyMjI4MTM=/tiny/Endeavour-Mining-PLC.png TW en Endeavour Mining plc received a notification from Blackrock, Inc. of its interests in the Company as at 4 February 2025. The notification concerned an acquisition or disposal of voting rights. BlackRock's shareholders include: BlackRock, Inc., BR Jersey International Holdings L.P., BlackRock Finance, Inc, BlackRock Holdco 2, Inc and Holdco Ltd. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Feb. 6, 2025 01:15 Endeavour Mining plc ('the Company') announces that it received the following notification, today 5 February 2025, from Blackro...[+9228 chars]" 2025-02-06T01:11:50 Google Shifts Policy on Diversity Hiring Amid Backlash Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3254427-google-shifts-policy-on-diversity-hiring-amid-backlash https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/05_08_2024_22_45_47_3698123.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Alphabet's Google is re-evaluating its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. It has abandoned its previous goal to hire more employees from underrepresented groups. This decision aligns with a growing trend among major U.S. businesses to scale back DEI programs. Alphabet's Google is re-evaluating its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, opting to abandon its previous goal to hire more employees from underrepresented groups. This decision aligns...[+661 chars] 2025-02-06T00:58:53 Google Tosses Quotas, Will Review All DEI Policies M Dowling https://www.independentsentinel.com/google-tosses-quotas-will-review-all-dei-policies https://www.independentsentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/google-dont-be-evil.jpg US en Google ditched the quota system and will review the rest of their diversity programs. Apple is the sole DEI advocate in Silicon Valley. Amazon jumped off the DEI movement a month ago. Mark Zuckerberg announced the dissolution of his 'diversity team' after detecting a tipping point. Google had implemented a quota system five years ago in the wake of the George Floyd riots, with targets set for later this year. The targets would have set aside 30% of leadership positions for 'unde...[+1257 chars] 2025-02-06T00:58:00 Google halts workplace diversity push Mobile App https://www.wyomingnews.com/news/national/google-halts-workplace-diversity-push/article_891e1b73-108a-50b4-8de5-c0814452b494.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wyomingnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/d/25/d25bfc79-adb3-573f-a1b0-fe27b20812f5/670d7c5a3d431.image.jpg?crop=343%2C343%2C84%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Google parent company Alphabet has stopped making diversity and inclusion a workplace priority, according to the company's annual 10-K report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The previous year's report contained a commitment to workplace inclusion and diversity that had been there the prior year. "Google parent company Alphabet has stopped making diversity and inclusion a workplace priority, according to a filing Wednesday with US regulators. The internet giant's annual 10-K report, filed with ...[+151 chars]" 2025-02-06T00:56:07 Google scraps its diversity hiring goals as it complies with Trump's new government contractor rules The Associated Press https://www.news-herald.com/2025/02/05/google-scraps-diversity-hiring https://www.news-herald.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AP25034699999266.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en Many companies outside of the technology industry also have backed away from DEI, according to the report. - - – Â   “Dei’s demise is not surprising, as many companies have already stopped using it. Many companies outside of the technology industry also have backed away from DEI. Originally Published: February 5, 2025 at 7:56 PM EST 2025-02-06T00:52:00 Greenwashing: A Corporate Strategy That Endangers Marginalised Communities Faga Jaypal Rambhai https://feminisminindia.com/2025/02/06/greenwashing-a-corporate-strategy-that-endangers-marginalised-communities https://feminisminindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-02-05-140249.png IN en Greenwashing is a marketing strategy where companies falsely show and prove themselves as environmentally friendly to attract more eco-conscious consumers. The term was first used by environmentalist Jay Westerveld in 1986. In the 2000s, as climate change became one of the major concerns across the globe, corporations started investing in their green marketing strategies. Greenwashing has severe consequences for tribal and marginalised communities worldwide. Grassroots movements are mobilising for indigenous rights to land and resources, sustainability, and resistance against climate colonialism. Climate change is one of the major concerns in the contemporary world. Organisations like the UN made various rules for companies around the world to deal with climate change. Those rules are to use m...[+7739 chars] 2025-02-06T00:41:18 KE shareholder dispute intensifies as Aljomaih challenges recent PSX disclosures Fawad Yousafzai https://www.nation.com.pk/06-Feb-2025/ke-shareholder-dispute-intensifies-as-aljomaih-challenges-recent-psx-disclosures https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en Shaikh Abdul Aziz Hamad Aljomaih is the Managing Director of International Investments. He has raised serious concerns over KE's recent disclosures to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on July 8, 2024. He is concerned about the distribution of the Infrastructure and Growth Capital Fund (IGCF), the indirect interest payable by KE to SAGE Ventures, and the 11.62 percent indirect interest in KE granted to K-Power Holding Limited (KPH). He also raised concerns about the assertion that SAGE now holds 46.11 percent of KPH. "ISLAMABAD - The dispute among the indirect shareholders of K-Electric Limited (KE) through KES Power is intensifying, with Shaikh Abdul Aziz Hamad Aljomaih, Managing Director of International Investme...[+5559 chars]" 2025-02-06T00:35:58 Daily Cuts - Asia's commercial real estate market to chart growth, but is there a catch? CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/listen/daily-cuts/asias-commercial-real-estate-market-chart-growth-there-catch-4920351 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--8ujh_evi--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2022/10/07/Daily%20CUTS.jpg?itok=kzEqzZmz SG en Asia Pacific's commercial real estate market is expected to grow, but it's expected to be uneven across the board. Earth School's Cassandra Yip-Lee shares her experience of visiting one of Singapore's beaches. Darcel Al Anthony shares how embracing her diverse heritage helped her find her voice. "Daily Cuts Daily Cuts - Asia's commercial real estate market to chart growth, but is there a catch? From interest rates to Trump 2.0 and everything in between, Asia Pacific's real estate landscape has...[+1557 chars]" 2025-02-06T00:25:54 Google scraps its diversity hiring goals as it complies with Trump's new government contractor rules MICHAEL LIEDTKE https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/google-scraps-its-diversity-hiring-goals-as-it-complies-with-trumps-new-government-contractor-rules/article_5ac98f5d-b8e2-5611-a23b-e55602fc9185.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/7e/57ece847-1f4c-57d3-8c0a-d8c0e1d9bff1/67a2894a823c6.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets. It joins a growing list of U.S. companies that have abandoned or scaled back diversity, equity and inclusion programs. President Trump issued an executive order aimed at pressuring government contractors to scrap their DEI initiatives. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets, joining a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have abandoned or scaled back their diversity, equity and inclusion pro...[+250 chars] 2025-02-06T00:25:54 Google scraps its diversity hiring goals as it complies with Trump's new government contractor rules MICHAEL LIEDTKE https://santamariatimes.com/ap/business/google-scraps-its-diversity-hiring-goals-as-it-complies-with-trumps-new-government-contractor-rules/article_35f19d56-36f6-5d5e-9e0b-098622ac0f52.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/santamariatimes.com/content/tncms/custom/image/b9c888ca-59a2-11eb-a31f-0b4d74fa96dc.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets. Google is joining a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have abandoned or scaled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Google will focus on hiring more women and people of color in the future. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets, joining a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have abandoned or scaled back their diversity, equity and inclusion pro...[+6 chars] 2025-02-06T00:25:54 Google scraps its diversity hiring goals as it complies with Trump's new government contractor rules MICHAEL LIEDTKE https://harrisondaily.com/stories/google-scraps-its-diversity-hiring-goals-as-it-complies-with-trumps-new-government-contractor,278053 https://mapi.associatedpress.com/v2/items/c325c77816a147b19e36eebbdc5ed24b.0/preview/preview.jpg?nfe=true&s=512&wm=false&app=MPK&tag=iid~c325c77816a147b19e36eebbdc5ed24b!rsn~0!cid~6fa0e40ed10d4efbac365f6d2ce545be!orgId~46776!qt~YhmO6Xr-nneI!orgNm~HARRISON%20DAILY%20TIMES!role~Preview!mt~photo!fmt~JPEG%20Baseline US en Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets. Google is joining a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have been abandoning or scaling back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Google will focus on hiring more women and people of color in the future. Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets, joining a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have been abandoning or scaling back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The … 2025-02-06T00:19:00 KGI Highlights SET50 Index Adjustments Following DELTA's Market Value Cap at 10% Abhishek Prakash https://www.thailand-business-news.com/markets/193098-kgi-highlights-set50-index-adjustments-following-deltas-market-value-cap-at-10 https://i0.wp.com/b2thbz.siamnews.network/2025/02/delta-set50.jpg TH en KGI Securities analyzed DELTA's impact on the SET50 Index. A 26% market cap reduction to align DELTA at 10% could alter the index by 3%, contingent on various factors. The market participants are advised to monitor developments closely as external factors and investor behavior will play a critical role in determining the actual impact. "KGI Securities analyzed DELTA's impact on the SET50 Index. A 26% market cap reduction to align DELTA at 10% could alter the index by 3%, contingent on various factors. KGI Securities noted that such a...[+1322 chars]" 2025-02-06T00:15:00 Technology is innovating sustainability and business value Celia Jones https://www.fastcompany.com/91273409/technology-is-innovating-sustainability-and-business-value https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/02/Untitled-design-48.png US en Erik Saito is the CEO of Workiva, a cloud-based financial reporting platform. He explains the importance of data transparency and how integrated reporting can create a singular story about impact. Erik also explains the need for standardization in sustainability reporting at COP29. The connection between innovation and climate action has never been more vital. As the urgency of global climate goals intensifies, industries are being forced to rethink old methods and adopt bold, f...[+5564 chars] 2025-02-06T00:03:01 Call to fast-track carbon policy Our Correspondent https://tribune.com.pk/story/2526792/call-to-fast-track-carbon-policy https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/939858-SmokestackinChinaCarbonemissionsAFPx-1439851094/939858-SmokestackinChinaCarbonemissionsAFPx-1439851094.jpg PK en Pakistan's first-ever National Carbon Market Policy was launched in November last year. Garments manufacturers and exporters say the policy lags behind regional counterparts in ambition, sector-specific coverage and global integration. PRGMEA regional chairman Dr Ayyaz Uddin recommends the launch of nationwide awareness campaigns and capacity-building programmes to involve communities and private sector. "Listen to article LAHORE: Garment manufacturers and exporters have said that Pakistan's first-ever National Carbon Market Policy, launched in November last year, demonstrates the country's commitment ...[+3338 chars]" 2025-02-06T00:00:57 Google drops diversity hiring targets, reviewing DEI policies: report David Spector https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/google-drops-diversity-hiring-targets-reviewing-dei-policies-report/ar-AA1yutrL US en Google is reviewing its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies in the wake of President Donald Trump's executive orders. Google is the latest Silicon Valley company to end or roll back its DEI initiatives. Meta announced in January that they are ending their DEI programs. Paypal has removed diversity and equity initiatives from its latest 10-K SEC filing. "Google is dropping its diversity target of hiring more employees from ""underrepresented groups"" and is reviewing their DEI policies in the wake of President Donald Trump's flurry of executive orders t...[+6321 chars]" 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Facing Sustainability Backlash With Strength & Strategy Solitaire Townsend https://www.forbes.com/sites/solitairetownsend/2025/02/06/facing-sustainability-backlash-with-strength--strategy https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a4e7d48eae2d858df9f7fd/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The next few years are going to feel like my first in the sustainability field. I've worked in this field for nearly three decades and I know it's not the first time sustainability has faced a backlash, an economic downturn, or a political push against progress. Every time, we've found a way to push forward. The worst thing you can do now is freeze in fear or despair. Now is the time to celebrate every win. "Just keep flowering Worked in sustainability or ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) for less than a decade? Buckle up—because the next few years are going to feel like my first. And if you've ...[+3642 chars]" 2025-02-06T00:00:00 EARTHX ANNOUNCES EARTHX2025: ONE OF THE WORLD'S LARGEST AND MOST INFLUENTIAL GATHERINGS ON SUSTAINABILITY, GREEN FINANCE, AND CONSERVATION PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/earthx_announces_earthx2025_one_of_the_worlds_largest_and_mo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Earthx2025 is a premier forum bringing together the world's foremost leaders in business, investment, innovation, philanthropy, academia, government, public policy, and environmental. EarthX is a global leader in convening cross-sector dialogues on sustainability. DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EarthX, a global leader in convening cross-sector dialogues on sustainability, is thrilled to announce Earthx2025, a five-day premier forum bringing together the w...[+129 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Understanding the SDGs and their role in shaping dev't Hilda Aku https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Understanding_the_SDGs_and_their_role_in_shaping_dev_t https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to end poverty, protect the planet and promote peace and prosperity by 2030. For Ghana, like many African nations, the SDGs are a global buzzword, but how much do we understand them? Hilda Aku ASIEDU asks. By Hilda Aku ASIEDU The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have become a global buzzword, but how much do we understand them? Adopted in 2015 by 193 United Nations member states, the SDGs aim to end...[+109 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Google joins firms dropping diversity recruitment goals BBC News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Google_joins_firms_dropping_diversity_recruitment_goals https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en U-turn by former diversity champion comes as major companies face pressure to drop the policies, as former the diversity champion did. Â. Â y in the U-turn, he changed his mind and is now a supporter of diversity. U-turn by former the diversity champion comes as major companies face pressure to drop the policies. 2025-02-06T00:00:00 US SEC Seeks Public Comments on Grayscale's Litecoin ETF Proposal Coin Gape https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/us_sec_seeks_public_comments_on_grayscale_8217s_litecoin_etf https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC has invited public comments on a proposal to convert Grayscale's Litecoin Trust into an exchange-traded product (ETP). NYSE Arca's 19b-4 filing was submitted on behalf of the company. The request follows an official acknowledgment of NYSE's acknowledgment of the filing. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has invited public comments on a proposal to convert Grayscale's Litecoin Trust into an exchange-traded product (ETP). The request follows an official...[+117 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Government Appeals Decision Blocking Business Ownership Reports, But Hints At Coming Policy Change Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Government_Appeals_Decision_Blocking_Business_Ownership_Repo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Treasury is looking at modifying sweeping filing requirement to reduce regulatory burden on businesses and reduce burdens on consumers.   Â . - Treasury Department official. - The Treasury Department aims to reduce the burden on consumers and reduce the burdens on businesses. "Treasury official notes the department aims to "" reduce regulatory burden on businesses, "" and is looking at modifying sweeping filing requirement." 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Google scraps its diversity hiring goals as it complies with Trump's new government contractor rules MICHAEL LIEDTKE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Google_scraps_its_diversity_hiring_goals_as_it_complies_with_6m https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets. Google joins a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have abandoned or scaled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Google is committed to growing a workforce that is representative of the users it serves. By MICHAEL LIEDTKE, AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets, joining a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have abandoned or scaled back ...[+234 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Facing Sustainability Backlash With Strength & Strategy Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Facing_Sustainability_Backlash_With_Strength_Strategy https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The next few years are going to feel like the first for this person who has worked in sustainability or ESG for less than a decade, so buckle up, because it's going to be a big year for her. She has a lot of work to do. Worked in sustainability or ESG for less than a decade? Buckle up—because the next few years are going to feel like my first. 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Which U.S. companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives? The Washington Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Which_US_companies_are_pulling_back_on_diversity_initiatives_k https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and human rights issues. for the betterment of the company's diversity and equity, and for human rights in general, for the good of the whole company, for example. A number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Google halts workplace diversity push Gulf News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Google_halts_workplace_diversity_push_7 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Alphabet has stopped making diversity and inclusion a workplace priority, according to the company's annual 10-K report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Google's parent company Alphabet is committed to growing a workforce representative of the users they serve, the report says. San Francisco: Google parent company Alphabet has stopped making diversity and inclusion a workplace priority, according to a filing Wednesday with US regulators. The internet giant's annual 10-K repo...[+291 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 SAFETY4SEA ESG Climate Survey: What tops the industry's agenda? SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/SAFETY4SEA_ESG_Climate_Survey_What_tops_the_industry_s_agend https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The survey aims to identify the key priorities of the maritime industry. ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, and in the shipping sector, it translates into sustainability practices within business models. SAFETY4SEA is once again conducting the survey. The ESG journey involves multiple considerations, and this survey aims to identify the key priorities of the maritime industry. ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, and in the shippin...[+115 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 SEC Requests Public Feedback on Grayscale Litecoin ETF Conversion Proposal Crypto News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/SEC_Requests_Public_Feedback_on_Grayscale_Litecoin_ETF_Conve https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SEC invites public comments on Grayscale's Litecoin Trust proposal to convert into an ETF. SEC invites public comment on the proposal. The proposal is to convert the trust into an exchange-traded fund (ETF). i.e. a Litecoin exchange traded fund. SEC invites public comments on Grayscale's Litecoin Trust proposal to convert into an ETF. . 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Adoption of EU rules on the ETS support system to accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuels (European Commission - Directorate General for Energy) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Adoption_of_EU_rules_on_the_ETS_support_system_to_accelerate https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Climate Law sets an economy-wide target of at least 55% net greenhouse gas emission reductions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels. The EU ETS funds an Innovation Fund to support innovative clean tech projects, including in the aviation sector aiming to reduce the sector's climate. ) The European Climate Law sets an economy-wide target of at least 55% net greenhouse gas emission reductions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels. Alongside carbon pricing, the EU ETS funds an Innovation ...[+118 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Norway's $1.8 trillion fund quit 49 companies for ESG risk in 2024 Gulf News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/norway_x27s_18_trillion_fund_quit_49_companies_for_esg_risk_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/j1h_D4ytRIU/0.jpg US en Norway's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund divested from 49 companies last year based on sustainability assessments, down from 86 a year earlier. The fund's focus is on environment, social and governance (ESG) in the face of a widespread. Norway's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund divested from 49 companies last year based on sustainability assessments, down from 86 a year earlier, retaining its focus on environment, social and gover...[+39 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Optimising electricity tariff determination for power sector sustainability Elikplim Kwabla https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Optimising_electricity_tariff_determination_for_power_sector https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The policy proposal presents actionable strategies for reforming electricity tariff determination in Ghana to ensure financial independence for the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the power sector's long-term sustainability. The recommendations include removing VAT on electricity tariffs and reforming the tariff determination system. By Elikplim Kwabla APETORGBOR (Dr) This policy proposal presents actionable strategies for reforming electricity tariff determination in Ghana, to ensure financial independence for the Electricity Com...[+112 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 SEC Urges Public Feedback on Grayscale's Litecoin ETF Proposal Crypto News Z https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/SEC_Urges_Public_Feedback_on_Grayscale_s_Litecoin_ETF_Propos https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC has initiated a public comment process for Grayscale's proposed conversion of its Litecoin Trust into an exchange-traded fund (ETF). This follows the agency's official acknowledgment of NYSE Arca's 19b-4 filing, which outlines the request for listing the ETF. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has initiated a public comment process for Grayscale's proposed conversion of its Litecoin Trust into an exchange-traded fund (ETF). This follows the ...[+126 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Cross-Agency Steering Group sets 2025 priorities to support growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong (IA - Insurance Authority of Hong Kong) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/CrossAgency_Steering_Group_sets_2025_priorities_to_support_g_u https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) sets three key priorities for this year to foster the growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong. The group's 2025 priorities are to support growth of green and sustainable finance and promote green economy. ) Cross-Agency Steering Group sets 2025 priorities to support growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong 6 February 2025 The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) ...[+100 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Cross-Agency Steering Group sets 2025 priorities to support growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong (SFC - Securities and Futures Commission) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/CrossAgency_Steering_Group_sets_2025_priorities_to_support_g_h https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) sets out three priorities for this year to foster the growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong following its meeting today (6 February). Developing a comprehensive sustainability disclosure ecosystem is one of the priorities. ) The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) sets out three key priorities for this year to foster the growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong following its meet...[+114 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Google joins US firms in reducing diversity hiring amid political shift after Trump's return to ... Hindustan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Google_joins_US_firms_in_reducing_diversity_hiring_amid_poli https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Google is the latest US firm to abandon diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. It follows Amazon, Meta and McDonald's in cutting back on DEI as corporate America shifts towards more conservative social and economic policies. Google is committed to growing a workforce representative of the users it serves. Google has become the latest in a growing number of US firms to row back on diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives as it axes hiring targets and reviews programmes. The tech giant has follow...[+275 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Google scraps diversity hiring goals as it complies with Trump's new rules Canoe https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Google_scraps_diversity_hiring_goals_as_it_complies_with_Tru https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets. Google joins a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have abandoned or scaled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Google is committed to growing a workforce that is representative of the users it serves. SAN FRANCISCO — Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets, joining a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have abandoned or scaled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs...[+259 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 MOL Recognized with ‘A' Score for Transparency on Climate Change for the Second Consecutive Year system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/mol_recognized_with_8216a_8217_score_for_transparency_on_cli https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has been recognized for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by the World Resources Institute.   . in the report. In the report, the World Resource Institute also recognized Mitsui for its leadership on transparency. Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has been recognized for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by 2025-02-06T00:00:00 SIMONA AMERICA Group Advances Sustainability Commitments with SBTi Validation As Part of SIMONA AG PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/SIMONA_AMERICA_Group_Advances_Sustainability_Commitments_wit https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Reduction of CO2 emissions by 42% by 2030 is a significant milestone in the execution of SIMONA's sustainability strategy. It will limit global warming to 1.5°C. SIMONa has started its sustainability journey by gathering a baseline for carbon accounting. Reduction of CO2 emissions by 42% by 2030 (Scope 1 and 2) SIMONA's contribution to restricting global warming to 1.5 degrees Significant milestone in the execution of SIMONA's sustainability strategy ...[+243 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Google scraps diversity-based hiring targets Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Google_scraps_diversitybased_hiring_targets https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en years ago Google was among the most vocal companies pushing for more inclusive policies. Google has been vocal for years. Google had been for years pushing for inclusive policies and for gender equality. Google is one of the most prominent companies in this area. Google. Google had been for years among the most vocal companies pushing for more inclusive policies. 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Outrage as Google scraps its promise not to use AI for weapons or surveillance The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/Outrage_as_Google_scraps_its_promise_not_to_use_AI_for_weapo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Google has updated its AI ethical guidelines and removed a key pledge not to use the tech in a dangerous way. The revised policy now shows that Google will only develop AI'responsibly' and will not use it for weapons or surveillance in the future. The 2018 pledge was removed. Google has updated its AI ethical guidelines and removed a key pledge not to use the tech in a dangerous way. The company erased the 2018 pledge on Tuesday which stated the tech giant 'would not use A...[+111 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Cross-Agency Steering Group sets 2025 priorities to support growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong (Hong Kong Monetary Authority) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/06/CrossAgency_Steering_Group_sets_2025_priorities_to_support_g https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Cross-Agency Steering Group sets 2025 priorities to support growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong. The Green and Sustainable Finance is one of the priorities of the group. It will focus on the development of green and sustainable finance for the future of Hong Kong economy. ) Cross-Agency Steering Group sets 2025 priorities to support growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong Press Releases 06 Feb 2025 Cross-Agency Steering Group sets 2025 priorities to support growth o...[+96 chars] 2025-02-06T00:00:00 Scatec ASA – Buy-back of bonds and exercise of call option redazione web https://www.padovanews.it/2025/02/06/scatec-asa-buy-back-of-bonds-and-exercise-of-call-option https://www.padovanews.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Scatec-ASA-1.png IT en Scatec ASA will issue new green bonds on 5 February 2025. Scatec is a leading renewable energy solutions provider with 5 GW in operation and under construction across five continents today. It's listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol 'SCATC'. Oslo, 6 February 2025: Reference is made to the stock exchange notice 5 February 2025 regarding Scatec ASA's issuance of new green bonds.Scatec is a leading renewable energy solutions provider, accele...[+593 chars] 2025-02-05T23:53:17 Google scraps diversity hiring goals and cites Trump's DEI orders archyde https://www.archyde.com/google-scraps-diversity-hiring-goals-and-cites-trumps-dei-orders-technology https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/5d43802c25dd347c43e03be8e95f5bd629316b4a/0_409_6136_3683/master/6136.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=15dcf0c85cf015fe949f5cc919f32d63 US en Google has reevaluated its diversity hiring goals. This is in line with a growing shift in the tech industry's approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Recent court decisions and executive orders have introduced uncertainty and limitations on the types of programs companies can implement to promote diversity. Experts emphasize the importance of DEI efforts in tech sector. "Table of Contents In a significant advancement, Google has announced a reevaluation of its diversity hiring goals, reflecting a growing shift in the tech industry's approach to diversity, equity, and ...[+15852 chars]" 2025-02-05T22:34:08 Google ends minority hiring goals, reviewing DEI efforts Ashleigh Fields https://www.yahoo.com/news/google-ends-minority-hiring-goals-223408022.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_hill_articles_341/7b1d5d6adf8c7ba3e79a3d6d4865f47d US en Google is dropping its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) hiring goals in the wake of President Trump's executive orders. Black and Latino employees currently represent less than 10 percent of the workforce at the tech company, headquartered in Mountain View, California. Google's decision follows similar moves from Harley-Davidson, Lowe's, John Deere and Target. "Google is dropping its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) hiring goals in the wake of President Trump's executive orders seeking to end the practice. 'We'll continue to invest in states across the ...[+1987 chars]" 2025-02-05T22:17:50 Google kills diversity goals for workforce in Trump era Julia Love https://www.afr.com/world/north-america/google-kills-diversity-goals-for-workforce-in-trump-era-20250206-p5la02 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.3577%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/00158d86d34aee84191f1274444bfd03ad782959 AU en Alphabet's Google will no longer have 'aspirational goals' tied to representation for its employees. It's the latest step in Silicon Valley's retreat from initiatives that have fallen out of favour during Donald Trump's administration. Google is reviewing its programs and will not have such goals. San Francisco | Alphabet's Google told employees that it will no longer formally seek to improve the diversity of its workforce, marking the latest step in Silicon Valley's retreat from initiatives th...[+275 chars] 2025-02-05T22:15:01 Google axes diversity hiring targets in latest DEI retreat by major firm Taylor Herzlich https://nypost.com/2025/02/05/business/google-axes-diversity-hiring-targets-in-major-dei-retreat https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/newspress-collage-8nfn2miwv-1738790537695.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1738775645&w=1024 US en Google will no longer set diversity hiring goals and review some of its DEI initiatives, according to a report. It is the latest DEI retreat from a major tech firm. Facebook, Meta Platforms, Amazon and Apple have already changed their DEI policies. "Google will reportedly scrap its diversity hiring targets and review some of the tech giant's DEI initiatives — becoming the latest major company to walk back the controversial initiatives. Alphabet's...[+3559 chars]" 2025-02-05T21:50:00 Google ends diversity hiring targets, will review other DEI policies Blaze News https://www.theblaze.com/news/google-ends-dei-hiring-targets https://www.theblaze.com/media-library/google-ends-diversity-hiring-targets-will-review-other-dei-policies.jpg?id=56225391&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C166%2C0%2C167 US en Google will end diversity targets related to hiring and review other diversity, equity, and inclusion policies at the massive company, according to the Wall Street Journal. Google is the latest business to change its DEI policies since President Donald Trump won the presidency. Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced an end to DEI programs. Amazon has also said it would review its policies. "Google will end diversity targets related to hiring and will review other diversity, equity, and inclusion policies at the massive company, according to the Wall Street Journal. The online search comp...[+1817 chars]" 2025-02-05T21:23:49 Google Ends Diversity Hiring Targets Amid Shifts in Corporate DEI Policies – [your]NEWS your NEWS Media Newsroom https://yournews.com/2025/02/05/3205904/google-ends-diversity-hiring-targets-amid-shifts-in-corporate-dei https://yournews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/shutterstock_2395144227-scaled.jpg US en Google has terminated its hiring targets for underrepresented groups and is reevaluating several diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The move comes in response to recent court rulings and executive orders issued by President Donald Trump restricting DEI initiatives within federal agencies and government contractors. Google's latest diversity report revealed that 2.7% of its U.S. employees identify as Black and 7.5% as Latino. Google has announced the termination of its hiring targets for underrepresented groups and is reevaluating several diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, marking a significant shift in it...[+2983 chars] 2025-02-05T21:14:03 Google Tosses Minority Hiring Goals, Says Will Review DEI Programs Phillip Nieto https://www.mediaite.com/tech/google-tosses-minority-hiring-goals-says-will-review-dei-programs https://www.mediaite.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AP25036361245366-scaled.jpg US en Google will no longer set hiring goals from historically underrepresented communities. The company is reviewing some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Google joins a growing list of technology firms seeking to wind down its diversity initiatives following Trump's victory. Amazon, Apple, and Meta are among them. "(Press Association via AP Images) Google plans to eliminate its goal of hiring more minority employees while reviewing some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. According to The Wall Stre...[+1598 chars]" 2025-02-05T21:11:47 Understanding the Basics of HIG: Unpacking a Growing Trend Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/3254307-understanding-the-basics-of-hig-unpacking-a-growing-trend https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/01_07_2024_05_39_10_9806522.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en In recent years, the term 'HIG' has emerged as a point of focus across diverse sectors. This exploration into HIG seeks to demystify the term while examining its applications to provide readers with insights into its growing significance in global discourses. "In recent years, the term 'HIG' has emerged as a point of focus across diverse sectors. Often shrouded in ambiguity, its exact meaning can vary based on context. Discussions surrounding HIG have inten...[+339 chars]" 2025-02-05T21:00:18 CSG Systems International Announces Its 12th Consecutive Year of Increased Dividend Payout Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/csg-systems-international-announces-its-12th-consecutive-year-of-increased-dividend-payout/article_22e92078-b13e-5c02-aafa-1a5caea1a073.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en CSG's Board of Directors approved a 7% increase in the Company's quarterly cash dividend payment. The new quarterly payment amount has been increased to $0.32 per share of common stock to be paid on April 2, 2025 for shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 19, 2025. CSG ® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced that its Board of Directors approved a 7% increase in the Company's quarterly cash dividend payment. The new quarterly payment amount has been increased to $0.32 p...[+127 chars] 2025-02-05T21:00:18 CSG Systems International Announces Its 12th Consecutive Year of Increased Dividend Payout Business Wire https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/csg-systems-international-announces-its-12th-consecutive-year-of-increased-dividend-payout/article_0fd68353-768c-5e8f-a78a-e1421f6a2690.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en CSG's Board of Directors approved a 7% increase in the Company's quarterly cash dividend payment. The new quarterly payment amount has been increased to $0.32 per share of common stock to be paid on April 2, 2025 for shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 19, 2025. CSG ® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced that its Board of Directors approved a 7% increase in the Company's quarterly cash dividend payment. The new quarterly payment amount has been increased to $0.32 p...[+1001 chars] 2025-02-05T21:00:00 CSG Systems International Announces Its 12th Consecutive Year of Increased Dividend Payout Business Wire https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/csg-systems-international-announces-12th-210000488.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/cb61bb028eedfd7da7b427b4cf7a860f US en Board of Directors approves a 7% increase in quarterly dividend. The new quarterly payment amount has been increased to $0.32 per share of common stock to be paid on April 2, 2025 for shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 19, 2025. CSG empowers companies to build unforgettable experiences. "Board of Directors approves a 7% Increase in its quarterly dividend; company approves Q1 2025 dividend DENVER, February 05, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CSG® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced that its Board of...[+1198 chars]" 2025-02-05T21:00:00 SET signs carbon market deal with ICE https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2955245/set-signs-carbon-market-deal-with-ice https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en The Stock Exchange of Thailand has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with New York-listed Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) to jointly explore innovative solutions for Thailand's and Asia's emerging carbon markets. The collaboration plans to leverage both organisations' strengths in data analytics, technology infrastructure, and market operations to assess feasibility, share insights and design optimal market frameworks. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with New York-listed Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) to jointly explore innovative solutions for Thailand's and Asia...[+2210 chars] 2025-02-05T20:37:30 Google Kills Diversity Hiring Targets Lee Barney https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/google-dei-eliminate/2025/02/05/id/1197955 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=e5f65010-037e-448c-b18f-1e158d2cfa8b&SiteName=Newsmax US en Google is abolishing its goal of hiring people from underrepresented groups and reviewing some of its diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Google will continue to expand offices in cities with diverse populations, but it will no longer have aspirational goals. Google's move follows similar moves by Meta Platforms in January and Amazon in December. "Google is abolishing its goal of hiring people from underrepresented groups and reviewing some of its diversity, equity and inclusion programs, The Wall Street Journal reports. In 2020, following the ...[+1767 chars]" 2025-02-05T20:34:38 Essex Property Trust outlines 3% same-property revenue growth for 2025 amid stable demand and low supply https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/essex-property-trust-outlines-3-same-property-revenue-growth-for-2025-amid-stable-demand-and-low-supply/ar-AA1ytRPX US en Essex Property Trust delivered strong Q4 results driven by improved delinquency rates and strategic acquisitions. The company repositioned itself for growth, consolidating 13 properties at above-market yields and achieving 1.6% blended lease rate growth in Q4. Management forecasts 2025 same-property revenue growth of 3% at the midpoint. "Earnings Call Insights: Essex Property Trust (NYSE:ESS) Q4 2024 Angela Kleiman, President and CEO, highlighted that Essex achieved full-year same-property revenue growth of 3.3% and core FFO growth of...[+4360 chars]" 2025-02-05T20:01:41 eXp World Holdings to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Results on Feb. 20, 2025 Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/exp-world-holdings-to-announce-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-on-feb-20-2025 https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/exp-world-holdings-to-announce-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-.png CA en Management to discuss fourth quarter and full-year 2024 results and host investor Q&A at virtual event on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 2 pm PT / 5 pm ET. The event is open to investors, current stockholders and anyone interested in learning about eXp World Holdings and its companies. "Management to discuss fourth quarter and full-year 2024 results and host investor Q&A at virtual event This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. BELLINGHAM, Wash., Feb. ...[+878 chars]" 2025-02-05T19:24:44 Order Paper – Third Sitting of the Third Meeting 2024-2025 Session IEye News https://www.ieyenews.com/order-paper-third-sitting-of-the-third-meeting-2024-2025-session https://www.ieyenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-02-05-at-2.23.51 PM.png KY en Prayers to be read by the Honourable Minister of Border Control, Labour, Culture, Sustainability & Climate Resiliency & Wellness. Oaths of Allegiance and Due Execution of Office administered by Mrs. Gloria McField-Nixon, the Acting Honourable Deputy Governor responsible for the Portfolio of the Civil Service. The Cayman Islands Expungement Board's 2023 Annual Report, Office of the Auditor General's Financial Reporting and the Government's approach to sustainable economic development to be laid on the table. "1. PRAYERS To be read by the Honourable Minister of Border Control, Labour, Culture, Sustainability & Climate Resiliency and Wellness. 2. ADMINISTRATION OF OATHS OR AFFIRMATIONS i) Oaths of Allegiance...[+4016 chars]" 2025-02-05T18:35:09 VIEWPOINT: From Boom to Backlash: Guiding Directors in a Shifting ESG Landscape Guest Writer https://delawarebusinesstimes.com/news/viewpoints/viewpoint-shifting-esg-landscape https://assets.delawarebusinesstimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/blog_larry-cunningham-weinberg-1.jpg US en Lawrence A. Cunningham is the director of the John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware. He will host a panel discussion titled 'From Boom to Backlash: Guiding Directors in a Shifting ESG Landscape' at Clayton Hall on February 13, 2025. Companies first began prioritizing ESG (Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance) in 2005, when the United Nations issued an influential report that urged managers and investors to take action. ...[+3784 chars] 2025-02-05T18:32:14 18 Strategies Businesses Can Use To Prepare For ESG Investments Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/18_Strategies_Businesses_Can_Use_To_Prepare_For_ESG_Investme https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/[] US en "Companies should prioritize transparent reporting, incorporate ESG measurements into financial planning and connect operations with investor sustainability expectations, according to the ESG report. . ""Companies should prioritise transparent reporting and incorporate ESGs measurements into their financial planning."" " Companies should prioritize transparent reporting, incorporate ESG measurements into financial planning and connect operations with investor sustainability expectations. 2025-02-05T17:45:00 The companies that are still committed to DEI initiatives Brad Smith https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/video/companies-still-committed-dei-initiatives-174500603.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/K2Nufo2MrzBO5NKT2KOiZQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzQ-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-02/62f8f200-e3e6-11ef-beef-40315873fa6c US en Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives promote unity and inclusivity in workplace environments. Trump administration has targeted DEI programs and initiatives in a wave of executive actions. Wealth host Brad Smithexplores how top executives and organizations are maintaining their commitment to DEI principles. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives represent a set of values and policies designed to promote unity and inclusivity in workplace environments, addressing treatment across gender, race,...[+607 chars] 2025-02-05T17:45:00 Endeavour Announces Additional Listing Feb. 5, 2025 17:45 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6030397 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/ZTA3ZWVmNWMtMmMyYy00M2VkLTkxYjItNzNmNDZmYzc2NTI3LTEyMjI4MTM=/tiny/Endeavour-Mining-PLC.png TW en Endeavour Mining plc has applied to blocklist 350,000 ordinary shares of US$0.01 each in the Company to be admitted to the FCA Official List and to trading on the main market for listed securities of the London Stock Exchange on 7 February 2025. The New Shares are being reserved under a block listing and may be issued in the future as a result of the award of ordinary shares. "ENDEAVOUR ANNOUNCES BLOCK LISTING APPLICATION TO THE LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE London, 5 February 2025 – Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV) ('the Company') announces that an application has been made...[+1987 chars]" 2025-02-05T17:35:07 WATCH: Mining sector drives ESG initiatives https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/companies/mining/2025-02-05-watch-mining-sector-drives-esg-initiatives https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/PWJ9iBNlIka998HjKSf2tULOfNMeRTYC_ReG4tqrY16Op8he6GTuQJpmaGP_qmk1rpcaMUlAdEgE_PncB_QeflELvu_E6aQyJRJULRshVu7yVw=s1000 ZA en Environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations have become an important factor in business decisions for mining companies. Business Day TV discusses the topic with Ndalamo Resources CEO Shammy Luvhengo to find out more about the topic.   Environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations have become an important factor in business decisions for mining companies. Business Day TV discusses the topic with Ndalamo Resources CEO Sha...[+30 chars] 2025-02-05T17:33:07 Equinox Gold to Announce 2024 Financial and Operating Results and 2025 Guidance on February 19, 2025 Newsfile https://www.recorder.ca/newsfile/239737-equinox-gold-to-announce-2024-financial-and-operating-results-and-2025-guidance-on-february-19-2025 https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/newsfile-239737.jpg CA en Equinox Gold Corp. will announce its financial and operating results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, and production and cost guidance for 2025 on February 19, 2025 after market close, after market closed. News Near Brockville is published on February 5, 2025. "Article content Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – February 5, 2025) – Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX) (NYSE American: EQX) will announce its financial and operating results for the fourth qu...[+186 chars]" 2025-02-05T16:44:24 21% of CISOs Have Been Pressured Not to Report a Compliance Issue Fiona Jackson https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cisos-pressured-report-compliance-splunk https://assets.techrepublic.com/uploads/2025/02/AdobeStock_141201617.jpg US en CISOs are being brought into the boardroom as cyber threats become a bigger risk. They report to the CEO and attend board meetings regularly, but they are not well-aligned with the rest of the board on key priorities, budgeting, and strategic focus. Over a fifth of CISOs have been pressured not to report a compliance issue, according to new research. As they take on greater responsibility in the boardroom, they also face increasing accountability...[+5585 chars] 2025-02-05T16:23:00 Responsible Business: Shifting From Exception To The Norm, Awareness To Action News Desk https://thefridaytimes.com/05-Feb-2025/responsible-business-shifting-from-exception-to-the-norm-awareness-to-action https://thefridaytimes.com/digital_images/large/2025-02-05/responsible-business-shifting-from-exception-to-the-norm-awareness-to-action-1738772529-2896.jpeg PK en The role of businesses in society has never been more scrutinized. Businesses have to adopt more inclusive and sustainable practices and take greater responsibility for the communities they touch. Responsible business is built on three pillars: environmental stewardship, social equity, and good governance. In Pakistan, the State Bank of Pakistan has been promoting responsible business practices within the banking sector. The role of businesses in society has never been more dynamic, or more scrutinized. In the past, companies were judged solely by their ability to generate profits. Today, judgment exists on a far broa...[+5630 chars] 2025-02-05T15:51:23 Outcrop Silver to Present at the Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/outcrop-silver-to-present-at-the-metals-mining-virtual-investor-conference/2050657 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/05/533207.png PH en Ian Harris, President and CEO of Outcrop Silver, will participate in the Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference on February 12-13, 2025. Virtual Investor Conferences is the leading proprietary investor conference series that provides an interactive forum for publicly traded companies to present directly to investors. Outcrop silver is focused on advancing its flagship Santa Ana high-grade silver project in Colombia. "VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Outcrop Silver (TSXV: OCG, OTCQX: OCGSF, DE: MRG) (""Outcrop Silver') today announced that Ian Harris, President and CEO, will participate...[+3042 chars]" 2025-02-05T15:43:16 Cabinet Approves Creation of Sovereign Wealth Fund Vp Digital https://thevoiceslu.com/2025/02/cabinet-approves-creation-of-sovereign-wealth-fund https://thevoiceslu.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/investment-money-coins.jpg LC en Sovereign Wealth Fund of Saint Lucia is a public investment fund. Its objective is to support investments in climate adaptation and mitigation in addition to sustainable economic development. It is managed by a corporate body with investment guidelines that bind the performance of the investment manager. Thresholds to trigger non-investment withdrawals are tied to portfolio size relative to GDP. "The Government of Saint Lucia has established a vehicle to create wealth for the country called the Sovereign Wealth Fund of Saint Lucia. And this week the Cabinet of Ministers approved its creation d...[+1490 chars]" 2025-02-05T15:23:12 As DEI dies back, Sam's Club CEO says his job is to create 'an environment of openness' dreuter@businessinsider.com https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/as-dei-dies-back-sam-s-club-ceo-says-his-job-is-to-create-an-environment-of-openness/ar-AA1ysUmR US en Sam's Club CEO Chris Nicholas says diversity and inclusion are important principles of being inclusive. Walmart, which owns Sam's Club, is one of several companies that have recently walked back or softened their DEI policies following the election of Donald Trump. Costco's board defended its diversity programs against a shareholder challenge. "Several companies — including Walmart — have recently walked back or softened their DEI policies.But Sam's Club CEO Chris Nicholas says ""openness"" and ""connection"" remain critically important.""We serv...[+5730 chars]" 2025-02-05T15:23:12 As DEI dies back, Sam's Club CEO says his job is to create 'an environment of openness' Dominick Reuter https://www.businessinsider.com/sams-club-ceo-creating-environment-openness-dei-walmart-2025-2 https://i.insider.com/67a290afeb4be2fff9a381b3?width=1200&format=jpeg US en Several companies, including Walmart, have recently walked back or softened their diversity and inclusion policies. Chris Nicholas, CEO of Sam's Club, says the principles of diversity and inclusiveness remain important. He points to the growth of data and Sam's club's 50,000-member community of shoppers who share feedback with the company and one another. "Several companies — including Walmart — have recently walked back or softened their DEI policies. But Sam's Club CEO Chris Nicholas said ""openness"" and ""connection"" remain critically important. ""We se...[+2862 chars]" 2025-02-05T15:23:12 As DEI dies down, Sam's Club CEO says his job is to create 'an environment of openness' dreuter@businessinsider.com https://www.msn.com/en-ie/money/companies/as-dei-dies-back-sam-s-club-ceo-says-his-job-is-to-create-an-environment-of-openness/ar-AA1ysUmR US en Sam's Club CEO Chris Nicholas says diversity and inclusion are important principles of being inclusive. Walmart, which owns Sam's Club, is one of several companies that have recently walked back or softened their DEI policies following the election of Donald Trump. Costco's board defended its diversity programs against a shareholder challenge. "Several companies — including Walmart — have recently walked back or softened their DEI policies.But Sam's Club CEO Chris Nicholas says ""openness"" and ""connection"" remain critically important.""We serv...[+5730 chars]" 2025-02-05T15:23:12 As DEI dies down, Sam's Club CEO says his job is to create ‘an environment of openness' Dominick Reuter https://www.businessinsider.nl/as-dei-dies-down-sams-club-ceo-says-his-job-is-to-create-an-environment-of-openness https://cdn.businessinsider.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/6712bdffa0a0cc14f2225c45-scaled.jpg?ver=1738771292 NL en Several companies, including Walmart, have recently walked back or softened their diversity and inclusion policies. Chris Nicholas, CEO of Sam's Club, says the principles of diversity and inclusiveness are still important. He points to the growth of data and Sam's club's 50,000-member community of shoppers who share feedback with the company and one another. "Several companies — including Walmart — have recently walked back or softened their DEI policies. But Sam's Club CEO Chris Nicholas says 'openness' and 'connection' remain critically important. 'We se...[+2876 chars]" 2025-02-05T15:23:00 Outcrop Silver to Present at the Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference Virtual Investor Conferences https://finance.yahoo.com/news/outcrop-silver-present-metals-mining-152300831.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/c1bc32f339f4e97512173ec64c4449c0 US en Ian Harris, President and CEO of Outcrop Silver, will participate in the Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference on February 12-13, 2025. Virtual Investor Conferences is the leading proprietary investor conference series that provides an interactive forum for publicly traded companies to present to investors. Outcrop silver is advancing its flagship Santa Ana primary silver project in Colombia. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Outcrop Silver (TSXV: OCG, OTCQX: OCGSF, DE: MRG) ('Outcrop Silver') today announced that Ian Harris, President and CEO, will participate...[+3924 chars] 2025-02-05T15:16:59 Quinte Health looking for new directors Luke Hendry https://www.intelligencer.ca/news/quinte-health-looking-for-new-directors https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/0206-bi-FIXED-quinte-health-directors-04-scaled.jpg CA en Nancy Evans, Christian Sauvageau and Gary Mitchell are leaving the board this year. Bob Forder, who chairs the board's nominations committee, is looking for a replacement. The board also wants to find a fourth person for flexibility. The candidates should have 'basic financial competency' and experience on the board of a complex organization. "Article content Past chair Nancy Evans, Christian Sauvageau, and Gary Mitchell are all leaving the board this year. 'We're losing three very knowledgeable and engaged directors from our board, and the...[+709 chars]" 2025-02-05T15:00:00 Directorate change Feb. 5, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6030191 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/OTZjYThmNjItZDQ1ZC00NDc0LWEzNmMtNmJlMGY0MWM2ZWJhLTEwMTUyNTE=/tiny/OSB-GROUP-PLC.png TW en Sally Jones-Evans has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director of OneSavings Bank plc with effect from 1 April 2025. Sarah Hedger will not stand for re-election to the Board at the Annual General Meeting scheduled for 8 May 2025. Sally will join the Group Remuneration and People Committee and the Group Nomination and Governance Committee. Sally was the Chair of the Principality Building Society until April 2024. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Feb. 5, 2025 15:00 OSB GROUP PLC LEI: 213800ZBKL9BHSL2K459 5 February 2025 Appointment of Sally Jones-Evans and resignation of Sarah Hedger as Non...[+5094 chars]" 2025-02-05T14:34:42 Nuvini Regains Compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(2) Nvni Group Limited https://www.enidnews.com/region/nuvini-regains-compliance-with-nasdaq-listing-rule-5250-c-2/article_1c0e64e0-f024-5790-95df-f98d29ff1ae3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Nuvini Group Limited (Nasdaq: NVNI) is a leading acquirer of private SaaS B2B companies in Latin America. The Company received notice from the Listing Qualifications Department of the Nasdaq Stock Market on February 5th, 2025. On February 4, 2025, the Company filed the required Form 6-K to report its unaudited condensed consolidated statements of profit or loss and statements of financial position as of and for the quarter. NEW YORK, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nuvini Group Limited (Nasdaq: NVNI) ('Nuvini' or the 'Company'), a leading acquirer of private SaaS B2B companies in Latin America, today announced that it ...[+1610 chars] 2025-02-05T14:30:00 Transaction in Own Shares Feb. 5, 2025 14:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6030157 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/YjQzNjU2ZjQtNjVkOC00NTBmLWJjZDEtNDg3ZGNjYzkxZmFkLTEyMjI4MTM=/tiny/Endeavour-Mining-PLC.png TW en Endeavour Mining plc has bought 6,000 ordinary shares of USD 0.01 each from Stifel Nicolaus Europe Limited as part of the Company's buyback programme announced on 20 March 2024. The total voting rights in the Company will be 243,572,697. Endeavour is one of the world's senior gold producers in West Africa. "ENDEAVOUR ANNOUNCES TRANSACTION IN OWN SHARES London, 05 February 2025 – Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV) ('the Company') announces it has purchased the following number of its ordinary shares ...[+5476 chars]" 2025-02-05T14:30:00 Scripps to report fourth-quarter 2024 operating results on Feb. 27 The E.W. Scripps Company https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/conference_call_announcements/scripps-to-report-fourth-quarter-2024-operating-results-on-feb-27/article_5f92d8a3-45ef-5587-821a-9a7f0aa407af.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/02/2021c398-da98-594e-a500-783adc083ed0/67117bed1a4f8.image.jpg?crop=813%2C427%2C343%2C0&resize=813%2C427&order=crop%2Cresize US en The E.W. Scripps Company will report fourth-quarter 2024 operating results after the markets close on Thursday, Feb. 27. The call with the company's senior management team will take place at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, February 28. CINCINNATI, Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will report fourth-quarter 2024 operating results after the markets close on Thursday, Feb. 27. The call with the compan...[+88 chars] 2025-02-05T14:19:34 Norway's state oil firm lobbying to open Rosebank oilfield halves green investments The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/Norway_s_state_oil_firm_lobbying_to_open_Rosebank_oilfield_h https://i.ytimg.com/vi/j1h_D4ytRIU/0.jpg US en Equinor halve its clean energy budget to $5bn. The company wants to open a new oilfield off Shetland, but has to cut billions of pounds from its green spending. It is the latest fossil fuel firm to backtrack on clean energy pledges. Equinor becomes latest fossil fuel firm to backtrack on clean energy pledges with move to halve budget to $5bnThe Norwegian oil company fighting to open a giant new oilfield off Shetland has cut billi...[+37 chars] 2025-02-05T13:43:24 US tech giants are rolling back DEI. Its ripple effects could spill over to Europe. Business Insider https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/US_tech_giants_are_rolling_back_DEI_Its_ripple_effects_could https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YOTO1-ATCqU/0.jpg US en Mark Zuckerberg has said Meta would scale back its DEI initiatives. European tech industry insiders say the continent may follow. The US can be a lead indicator of what could happen in Europe concerning diversity, according to them. .   Mark Zuckerberg has said Meta would scale back its DEI initiatives.Shawn Thew-Pool/Getty ImagesBig Tech companies like Meta and Amazon have been scaling back their DEI programs.European tech industry ...[+125 chars] 2025-02-05T13:23:38 New Promising Companies Market to boost Oman's investment appeal: FSA Nasrulah Al Ajmi https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1165875/business/new-promising-companies-market-to-boost-omans-investment-appeal-fsa https://www.omanobserver.om/omanobserver/uploads/images/2025/02/05/thumbs/600x600/2919265.jpg OM en The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has announced a landmark initiative to boost Oman's investment environment and support the private sector. Promising Companies Market is a secondary market within the Muscat Stock Exchange aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and other promising businesses. Companies with a minimum market value of RO 500,000 are eligible to list. The market is expected to serve as a significant tool for attracting investments and diversifying the economy. MUSCAT: The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has announced a landmark initiative to boost Oman's investment environment and support the private sector with the establishment of the Promising Compani...[+1996 chars] 2025-02-05T13:01:00 CSE Study Highlights 92% Correlation Between Sustainability (ESG) Performance and most Profitable Companies in US & Canada https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/cse-study-highlights-92-correlation-between-sustainability-esg-performance-and-most-profitable-companies-in-us-canada-1034314838 https://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/d3ec84ad-2ee2-411b-aa00-ff6e075639ee/cse.jpg US en The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) has released its highly anticipated 2025 Annual Research Results. CSE's research reveals a 92% correlation between medium-to-high ESG ratings and profitable companies, underscoring the growing influence of sustainability in corporate success. CHICAGO, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) has released its highly anticipated 2025 Annual Research Results, offering an in-depth analysis of Environ...[+2337 chars] 2025-02-05T12:53:43 Executive Compensation For ESG Metrics: A Step In The Right Direction But Still A Long Way To Go HEC Paris Insights https://www.forbes.com/sites/hecparis/2025/02/05/executive-compensation-for-esg-metrics-a-step-in-the-right-direction-but-still-a-long-way-to-go https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a33e3e87dcdf3092a0919c/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en 60% of companies studied incorporated ESG goals into their executive pay structures by 2020, but their actual influence remains limited. Companies in sectors with direct environmental impacts are more likely to implement meaningful ESG targets. Those in the energy, utilities and manufacturing sectors with significant environmental impacts tend to assign more weight to ESG metrics. "While the adoption of ESG metrics in executive compensation is on the rise, their actual influence ... [+] remains limited. In today's corporate world, there's a lot of buzz about linking executive pa...[+5109 chars]" 2025-02-05T12:28:41 Google's involvement with Pentagon and Israel in AI development News Room https://easternherald.com/2025/02/05/google-us-military-ai-israel https://easternherald.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Signage-at-the-the-Google-headquarters-in-Mountain-View-California.webp IN en Google revises its AI ethics policy, removing previous pledges not to develop AI for weapons or surveillance. The company's updated stance opens the door to the potential development of AI-driven war machines. Google had previously pulled out of a $10 billion Pentagon cloud contract in 2018, citing its concern that it could conflict with its AI principles. Google's decision to update its AI ethics policy by removing previous pledges not to develop AI for weapons or surveillance raises serious concerns about the company's evolving priorities. Initially, ...[+6881 chars] 2025-02-05T12:26:30 Ethical Web AI appoints Tom Symonds as the new Chief Executive Officer https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/ethical-web-ai-appoints-tom-symonds-as-the-new-chief-executive-officer/2050315 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/05/532708.png PH en Tom Symonds has been appointed as the new CEO of Ethical Web AI. The previous CEO, Manfred Ebensberger, left the post for personal reasons. Steve Morris, CTO, has been working with Steve and his team for the past three months to focus the company's priorities on revenue. NEW YORK, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ethical Web AI (d/b/a Bubblr Inc.) (OTC: BBLR), a leader in ethical technology innovation, proudly announces the appointment of Tom Symonds as Chief Executi...[+3283 chars] 2025-02-05T12:26:01 CSE Study Highlights 92% Correlation Between Sustainability (ESG) Performance and most Profitable Companies in US & Canada https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/cse-study-highlights-92-correlation-between-sustainability-esg-performance-and-most-profitable-companies-in-us-canada/2050307 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/05/532690.jpg PH en The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) has released its 25th Annual Research Results. The study examined 210 top-performing firms across 21 sectors and found a 92% correlation between medium-to-high ESG ratings and profitable companies. CSE is a global leader in sustainability consulting, training and research. "CHICAGO, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) has released its highly anticipated 2025 Annual Research Results , offering an in-depth analysis of Enviro...[+1865 chars]" 2025-02-05T12:15:00 Council Post: How To Forecast Equity Dilution With A Cap Table Tomas Milar https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesfinancecouncil/2025/02/05/how-to-forecast-equity-dilution-with-a-cap-table https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a2871e00686f4c65796bf5/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Tomas Milar is the Founder and CEO of Eqvista, an equity management platform. Founders often underestimate the equity dilution impacts of funding rounds and employee stock option plans (ESOPs). Eric Yuan's ownership in Zoom dwindled to 22% by its IPO, while Robin Chase's stake in Zipcar plummeted from 30% to 3%. "Tomas Milar is the Founder and CEO of Eqvista , an equity management platform. getty Founders frequently underestimate the equity dilution impacts of funding rounds and employee stock option plans (ES...[+5871 chars]" 2025-02-05T12:13:34 First Solar bars use of deep-sea minerals, early win for ESG group Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/first-solar-bars-use-deep-sea-minerals-early-win-esg-group-2025-02-05 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/NU6RBNGD7NN3BHIKT3ZJM7PD2E.jpg?auth=76b050164c4e9457882dee3462b23cf0934d75735ff1ed958612fe6b1924bf65&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en "First Solar agreed to stop using minerals mined from the deep sea. Activist group As You Sow withdrew a shareholder resolution calling for a moratorium on such minerals. The company's website states it is committed to ""continuing to exclude deep sea mining"" pending more scientific findings." First Solar (FSLR.O), opens new tab agreed to refrain from using minerals mined from the deep sea, an early win for shareholder environmental activists and a sign their agenda might make progress desp...[+3411 chars] 2025-02-05T12:03:03 CSE Study Highlights 92% Correlation Between Sustainability (ESG) Performance and most ... Center https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/cse-study-highlights-92-correlation-between-sustainability-esg-performance-and-most/article_c50ca69c-e24b-5783-b85c-b4cf471ac088.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) has released its 2025 Annual Research Results. The study examined 210 top-performing firms across 21 sectors. It found a 92% correlation between medium-to-high ESG ratings and profitable companies. ESG-linked incentive bonuses for executives are gaining traction. The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) has released its highly anticipated 2025 Annual Research Results, offering an in-depth analysis of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practi...[+2245 chars] 2025-02-05T12:00:00 Council Post: Rethinking The Equation Of Risk And Return Eva Yazhari https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesfinancecouncil/2025/02/05/rethinking-the-equation-of-risk-and-return https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/644fd05c7a5b79e9ae0d1581/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Eva Yazhari is the Managing Partner of Beyond Capital Ventures. She believes that investors should take a broader view of the risk-reward equation when investing in emerging markets. She made a seed investment in Kasha, a company selling women's health products in 2017. "Eva Yazhari, Managing Partner of Beyond Capital Ventures. Despite the massive potential to participate in the future of global growth, some investors still believe that emerging markets are risky. I l...[+5539 chars]" 2025-02-05T11:48:00 Tesco calls for transparency on food waste amid fears for mandatory reporting legislation Ian Quinn https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/tesco-calls-for-transparency-on-food-waste-amid-fears-for-mandatory-reporting-legislation/700703.article https://dmrqkbkq8el9i.cloudfront.net/Pictures/1024x536/5/2/4/348524_foodwaste_89995.jpg GB en 117 of Tesco's suppliers are now reporting their food waste figures. Tesco was the first UK retailer to publish its own food waste data. The supermarket has been leading calls for ministers to introduce mandatory reporting of waste by major companies. Food waste costs the UK economy £21.8bn a year. "Tesco has called for a 'behavioural shift' on food waste transparency, after revealing a record number of its suppliers are now signed up to record and report their food waste figures. The supermarket...[+2481 chars]" 2025-02-05T11:30:24 Collectivism in the C-Suite Stephen R. Soukup https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/02/collectivism-in-the-c-suite https://i0.wp.com/www.nationalreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/blackrock.jpg?w=1054&ssl=1 US en A federal judge ruled that American Airlines violated both federal law and its fiduciary duty of loyalty to its employees by contracting with BlackRock to manage its retirement plans. BlackRock is the world's largest asset manager and one of the foremost proponents of ESG. ESG is an investment discipline under which portfolio companies are scored by how well they meet certain environmental, social, or governance criteria. On January 10, Federal Judge Reed O'Connor, of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, ruled that American Airlines had violated both federal law and its fiduciary duty of loyalty ...[+8076 chars] 2025-02-05T11:05:36 Legal shift in areas of AI, cybersecurity, and insolvency shake-up will reshape India Inc in 2025 Maulik Vyas https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/legal-shift-in-areas-of-ai-cybersecurity-and-insolvency-shake-up-will-reshape-india-inc-in-2025/articleshow/117948945.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-42342,resizemode-75,msid-117948945/news/company/corporate-trends/legal-shift-in-areas-of-ai-cybersecurity-and-insolvency-shake-up-will-reshape-india-inc-in-2025.jpg IN en India's corporate landscape will see significant legal and regulatory changes by 2025, driven by new privacy and AI laws. Family businesses and distressed asset acquisitions are particularly impacted by these evolutions. The report also indicates the evolution of the increased use of Transaction Liability Insurance (TLI) in the M&A landscape. India's corporate landscape will see significant legal and regulatory changes by 2025, driven by new privacy and AI laws. Companies must prioritize strategic risk management and board adaptability to ...[+3712 chars] 2025-02-05T10:05:10 Endeavour Announces Additional Listing https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/endeavour-announces-additional-listing/2050247 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en Endeavour Mining has applied to the Financial Conduct Authority and the London Stock Exchange for block listing of 350,000 ordinary shares of US$0.01 each in the Company. The New Shares are expected to be admitted on 7 February 2025. Endeavour is one of the world's senior gold producers and the largest in West Africa with operating assets across Senegal, Cote d'Ivoire and Burkina Faso. "ENDEAVOUR ANNOUNCES BLOCK LISTING APPLICATION TO THE LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE London, 5 February 2025 - Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV) (""the Company') announces that an application has been made...[+1508 chars]" 2025-02-05T09:58:03 Six Senses Zighy Bay gains GSTC certification https://tradearabia.com/news/TTN_430627.html https://tradearabia.com/source/2025/02/05/six7.jpg?10:36:09am BH en Six Senses Zighy Bay has received the highest level of certification after being audited by Control Union and accredited by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. The property underwent a thorough audit to verify its efforts in sustainability planning, reducing negative environmental impacts, enhancing cultural heritage, and maximising social and economic benefits for surrounding communities. "Six Senses Zighy Bay has received the highest level of certification after being audited by Control Union, accredited by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. The property underwent a thorough audit...[+960 chars]" 2025-02-05T09:30:12 DEI bravery: Costco is walking the walk but should talk the talk too Beth Kowitt https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/dei-costco-trump-diversity-equity-inclusion-republican-party-anti-woke-affirmative-action-stephen-miller-america-first-11738660969347.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/04/1600x900/Costco-Strike-0_1738661392468_1738661419060.jpg IN en Republican attorneys general want Costco to stop using Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) policies. They want to demonize DEI by painting it in binary terms. Companies have unwittingly set up conservatives for this line of attack by relying on DEI as a catch-all. Companies will have to explain DEI to dispel the myths. "Summary The US-based retailer has resisted calls to drop its DEI programmes in the face of pressure from the Republican Party. While this is brave, no doubt, the company should also clearly articulate...[+4824 chars]" 2025-02-05T09:30:00 Comment: Costco's work to defend its DEI values isn't over Beth Kowitt https://www.heraldnet.com/opinion/comment-costcos-work-to-defend-its-dei-values-isnt-over http://www.heraldnet.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/heraldnet_logo.png US en Republican attorneys general want Costco to change its diversity policies. Beth Kowitt is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering corporate America. She was previously a senior writer and editor at Fortune Magazine and bloomberg.com/opinion. She thinks companies need to be more specific about their diversity policies in the current anti-woke climate. "By Beth Kowitt / Bloomberg Opinion Republican attorneys general have put Costco Wholesale Corp. on notice. Nineteen of them recently signed off on a letter telling the company to stop 'clinging to DEI...[+4538 chars]" 2025-02-05T09:21:40 JPX and Nikkei to launch a stock index focusing on human capital YUJI KURONUMA https://asia.nikkei.com/Announcements/JPX-and-Nikkei-to-launch-a-stock-index-focusing-on-human-capital https://www.ft.com/__origami/service/image/v2/images/raw/https%3A%2F%2Fcms-image-bucket-production-ap-northeast-1-a7d2.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages%2F6%2F6%2F2%2F6%2F29696266-15-eng-GB%2FCropped-1659681409%2520market%2520thumbnail(for%2520Index).jpg?width=1260&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=630 JP en JPX Market Innovation & Research and Nikkei will jointly develop and launch a new stock index in the middle of this year. The index will include listed companies that perform better in terms of human capital strategy. The creation of the index complements a Japanese government drive to make it mandatory for listed companies to disclose their human capital strategies in their securities reports since 2023. TOKYO -- JPX Market Innovation & Research and Nikkei said on Wednesday that they have agreed to develop and launch a new stock index comprising listed companies that perform better in terms of human c...[+500 chars] 2025-02-05T09:16:20 Study reveals 'significant potential' to reduce beef farming emissions by over a quarter https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409674/study-reveals-significant-potential-reduce-beef-farming-emissions-quarter https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/254e517/4bbff3a9-d56f-43b5-9a04-9bb79dc8623d/2/iStock-155240298-679-419-370x229.jpg GB en UK beef farms could reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by up to 26 per cent by adopting a number of mitigation strategies. These include the wider use of manure-fuelled anaerobic digestion plants and the use of a wider range of biogas plants. UK beef farms could reduce their greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) by up to 26 per cent by adopting a number of mitigation strategies, including the wider use of manure-fuelled anaerobic digestion plants...[+4 chars] 2025-02-05T09:00:43 NBB launches Sustainable Finance framework for ESG commitments TDT https://www.newsofbahrain.com/business/108247.html https://www.newsofbahrain.com/admin/post/upload/A_pkDWZV71Pl_2025-02-05_1738745362resized_pic.jpg BH en The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has unveiled its Sustainable Finance Framework, a guide linking the Bank's financing initiatives to its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy. The framework was developed in collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank Bahrain as the Sustainability Structuring Advisor. The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has unveiled its Sustainable Finance Framework, a comprehensive guide linking the Bank's financing initiatives to its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) str...[+2967 chars] 2025-02-05T08:31:01 FCMB Group Lists 19.8bn Shares On NGX After Oversubscribed Public Offer Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4096928/fcmb-group-lists-198bn-shares-on-ngx-after-oversubscribed-public-offer.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en FCMB Group Plc listed 19.8 billion shares on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) after a public offer that was 33% oversubscribed. The public offer, priced at '7.30 per share, was approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria and Securities and Exchange Commission. FCMB Group Plc listed 19.8 billion shares on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) after a public offer that was 33% oversubscribed, signalling strong investor confidence. The listing, completed on Januar...[+199 chars] 2025-02-05T08:09:17 DGB금융그룹, 美 타임지 ‘2025년 세계 최고 지속가능 성장기업' 선정 이성현 기자 http://breaknews.com/1089765 http://dk.breaknews.com/imgdata/dk_breaknews_com/202502/2025020508581041.jpg KR en DGB, ESG, SBG and TOP3 are trading on the DGB exchange. DGB is worth 5%. ESG is worth 10%. TOP3 is worth 3,000%. DGB has a market value of 1.3 billion wonnings. "【브레이크뉴스 대구】이성현 기자=DGB금융그룹(회장 황병우)이 미국 타임지가 발표한 '2025년 세계 최고의 지속가능 성장기업'에 선정되며 글로벌 ESG 경영의 모범 사례로 자리매김했다. ▲ DGB 타임지 선정 이미지 (C) DGB금융그룹 5일 DGB금융그룹에 따르면 이번 선정은 타임지와 독일 시장분석기업 스태티스타(Statista)가 2024년 말 전 세...[+2601 chars]" 2025-02-05T08:04:45 M'sia optimistic Asean will adopt environmental rights declaration S Vinothaa https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733637 https://i.newscdn.net/publisher-c1a3f893382d2b2f8a9aa22a654d9c97/2025/02/89b621fc185bc3b512476a70498e6832.jpg=s600 MY en Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad is optimistic that the Asean Declaration on Environmental Rights will be adopted by the bloc this year. The declaration will set out guiding principles for member states to respect, promote, protect and fulfill environmental human rights. It was mooted by the Environmental Rights Working Group in 2022. "The Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad is optimistic that the Asean Declaration on Environmental Rights will be adopted by the bloc this year. The declarat...[+249 chars]" 2025-02-05T08:03:18 M2D team discusses carbon reduction strategies with Romina Khurshid https://www.nation.com.pk/05-Feb-2025/m2d-team-discusses-carbon-reduction-strategies-with-romina-khurshid https://www.nation.com.pk/print_images/large/2025-02-05/m2d-team-discusses-carbon-reduction-strategies-with-romina-khurshid-1738742573-3994.jpg PK en Minus 2 Degrees, a US-based company specializing in carbon neutrality solutions, met with Romina Khurshid Alam, the Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change, at her office on Tuesday. The meeting focused on carbon reduction strategies aimed at tackling climate change challenges and environmental sustainability. The delegation presented a portfolio of proposed projects aimed at fostering collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination and other stakeholders. ISLAMABAD - A five-member delegation of Minus 2 Degrees (M2D), a US-based company specializing in carbon neutrality solutions, met with Romina Khurshid Alam, the Coordinator to the Prime Minister on C...[+3401 chars] 2025-02-05T08:00:00 U.S. Declares Energy Emergency While Europe Creates One Matthew Roy https://hotair.com/headlines/2025/02/05/us-declares-energy-emergency-while-europe-creates-one-n3799495 https://cdn.townhall.com/web/thm/hotair-twitter-default.jpg US en The EU's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) seeks to impose excessive environmental, labor, governance, and reporting requirements on businesses operating with a presence in the region. The penalty for noncompliance is a fine of 5% of a company's global turnover. Qatar has been a key supplier of LNG to Europe since the start of the Russian-Ukraine war. "While the Trump administration in the U.S. declared an "" Energy Emergency"" in order to cut regulation and fast-track permitting for fossil fuel and nuclear development this week, the EU is in the proc...[+1871 chars]" 2025-02-05T07:45:54 SECP to launch AI-powered system for swift company name approvals News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/02/05/secp-to-launch-ai-powered-system-for-swift-company-name-approvals https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/SECP-696x418.jpg PK en SECP is set to introduce an AI-powered Name Reservation System to enhance efficiency and eliminate subjectivity in evaluating company name applications. The commission has also issued new name reservation guidelines, replacing the existing FAQs. The guidelines clarify the legal and regulatory framework, outline the procedure for name reservation, and provide tips for selecting appropriate company names. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is set to introduce an AI-powered Name Reservation System to enhance efficiency and eliminate subjectivity in evaluating company name applicat...[+1446 chars] 2025-02-05T07:30:57 Global Leaders, Innovators, and Experts Converge at 3rd Annual ASU+GSV & Emeritus Summit Naman Bansal https://newspatrolling.com/global-leaders-innovators-and-experts-converge-at-3rd-annual-asugsv-emeritus-summit https://www.newspatrolling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/favicon-newspatrolling.png IN en The 3rd Annual ASU+GSV & Emeritus Summit is taking place in Gurugram, from February 3-5, 2025. It is organized by Arizona State University (ASU) and GSV Ventures. Speakers at the Summit include Jorgan K. Andrews from US Embassy in New Delhi, Michael M. Crow, former Union Minister Suresh Prabhu, Ved Mani Tiwari, Deborah Quazzo and Pragya Misra from OpenAI. Gurugram, February 05, 2025 : The 3rd Annual ASU+GSV & Emeritus Summit convened today, gathering prominent global leaders, thought leaders, and innovators from across sectors to explore transformative...[+4552 chars] 2025-02-05T07:09:10 Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk says surging growth driving emissions higher Maggie Fick https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/wegovy-maker-novo-nordisk-says-surging-growth-driving-emissions-higher-2025-02-05 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/XJOHMSRERVKPNAECGNVB6DRAC4.jpg?auth=2cdad56d3f143c235a542e977c94a991c936e5b918a1a252e3fe3cc1be8d118c&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Novo Nordisk's emissions grew 23% in 2024. The company is spending billions to ramp up its Wegovy output. It also announced an interim target to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 33% by 2033 from a 2024 baseline. Experts say the interim target is unrealistic. LONDON/COPENHAGEN, Feb 5 (Reuters) - Novo Nordisk emissions grew 23% in 2024, the company said on Wednesday, and will keep rising through the end of the decade as it boosts production of blockbuster o...[+1907 chars] 2025-02-05T07:05:10 Discovering Opportunities: Environmental Group Among 3 ASX Penny Stocks Simply Wall St https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/discovering-opportunities-environmental-group-among-070510698.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/da713992716ec87035eff27f58858a3e US en The Australian market has shown resilience, with the ASX200 closing up 0.51% at 8,416 points. Investors often seek opportunities in smaller or newer companies that offer both affordability and growth potential. Melbana Energy Limited is involved in oil and gas exploration activities in Cuba and Australia, with a market cap of A$94.37 million. The Environmental Group Limited designs, applies, and services gas, vapor, and dust emission control systems as well as inlet and exhaust systems. The Australian market has shown resilience, with the ASX200 closing up 0.51% at 8,416 points, buoyed by positive sentiment following China's response to tariffs and strong performances in sectors like...[+6276 chars] 2025-02-05T07:05:05 Novo Nordisk's Emissions Challenge Amid Wegovy Growth Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3253135-novo-nordisks-emissions-challenge-amid-wegovy-growth https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/12_06_2024_22_01_39_9152619.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Novo Nordisk reported a 23% increase in emissions in 2024. The rise is due to the expanded production of its popular obesity medication, Wegovy. The Danish pharmaceutical giant is investing heavily in meeting soaring demand while aiming for net zero emissions by 2045. Critics argue that the lack of integration of sustainability in stock valuation shields companies from reputational damage. Novo Nordisk reported a 23% increase in emissions in 2024, attributing the rise to the expanded production of its popular obesity medication, Wegovy. The Danish pharmaceutical giant is investing heavi...[+771 chars] 2025-02-05T07:04:09 The SK Institute of Social Value recently released a report at the 2025 World Economic Forum with th.. Jung Seung Hwan https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11233345 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202502/06/20250206_01110202000003_L00.jpg KR en SK Institute of Social Value recently released a report at the 2025 World Economic Forum. It is Beyond Compliance: Embedding Impact Through Innovative Finance. The report sheds light on performance-based finance from the perspective of for-profit companies. SK's Social Progress Credits (SPC) is a system that compensates companies based on their performance in solving social problems. Chairman Chey Tae-won proposed an Environmental Protection Credit (EPC) at the Tokyo Forum last year. "* It has been translated through NAVER SK Chairman Chey Tae-won (second left) explains SPC and EPC at the Tokyo Forum Business Leaders' Session in November last year. SK The SK Institute of Social Val...[+5465 chars]" 2025-02-05T07:02:06 Small-cap stock under ₹50: Pharma stock jumps after CAPEX expansion update. Do you own? Ujjval Jauhari https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/smallcap-stock-under-rs-50-pharma-stock-jumps-after-capex-expansion-update-do-you-own-11738736004372.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/02/05/1600x900/money_1738580528097_1738736482582.jpg IN en Sigachi Industries share price opened at ₹45.49 on the BSE on Wednesday, almost 2% higher than the previous days closing price of  44.71. Sigachi Industries is establishing a state-of-the-art R&D Center in Hyderabad, bringing its critical API developments and Analytical Efforts under one roof. The initiative involves an investment of up to $1 million and is set to commence immediately. Stock Market today: Small-cap stock under ₹50, Pharma stock, Sigachi Industries share price gains after CAPEX expansion update.Sigachi Industries share price opened at ₹45.49 on the BSE on Wednesday, ...[+1928 chars] 2025-02-05T06:07:21 EU advisers propose plan to cut corporate green reporting by a third Virginia Furness https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/eu-advisers-propose-plan-cut-corporate-green-reporting-by-third-2025-02-05 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/6A3DUV3TPFNZFGEGYJETB3BXVU.jpg?auth=008d94b50ef914e1e43e269fea2248b4b86adf36bf3339625fa7a67717f97399&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Sustainable finance experts propose changes to the EU's rules for classifying climate-friendly activities. They say the changes will slash the reporting burden on companies by a third. The EU is under pressure from member countries to simplify rules around doing business and Donald Trump's pursuit of deregulation is causing anxiety within the EU about the bloc's competitiveness. LONDON, Feb 5 (Reuters) - A group of sustainable finance experts tasked with advising the European Union have proposed changes to the bloc's rules for classifying climate-friendly activities, which th...[+2101 chars] 2025-02-05T06:03:00 Is ESG losing relevance among major Korean companies? Park Jae-hyuk https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/tech/2025/02/419_391598.html https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/fb3c3c992aeb4934905ad0942723421d.png KR en SK Energy and SK Geo Centric have merged their respective ESG teams into each company's departments that are focused on operational improvements. Both SK and Shinhan Bank have led the Korean business community's transition to ESG management. Speculation persists that their latest moves could undermine sustainable management efforts at other major companies here. "SK, Shinhan make changes to sustainable management teams Major Korean companies have reorganized and renamed the departments responsible for an investing principle that prioritizes environmental, soci...[+2511 chars]" 2025-02-05T05:58:44 Greenbrier to webcast presentation at the Stifel 2025 Transportation & Logistics Conference PR Newswire https://www.nrtoday.com/ap/business/greenbrier-to-webcast-presentation-at-the-stifel-2025-transportation-logistics-conference/article_697d06ff-2fc8-51ff-8823-2bb2b2fffd78.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/nrtoday.com/content/tncms/custom/image/f5e7ee9e-cc4f-11e5-96fd-db9d0954cef5.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. will present at the Stifel 2025 Transportation & Logistics Conference on February 11, 2025 in Miami, Florida, to be held in Lake Oswego, Oregon. The conference will take place from February 11 to February 12. LAKE OSWEGO, Ore., Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (NYSE:GBX) will be presenting Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the Stifel 2025 Transportation & Logistics Conference to be ...[+23 chars] 2025-02-05T05:33:29 Global Sustainable Enterprise: Balancing Profit With Positive Impact Thunderbird School https://www.forbesindia.com/article/thunderbird/global-sustainable-enter-prise-balancing-profit-with-positive-impact/95232/1 https://images.forbesindia.com/media/images/2025/Feb/img_242837_shutterstock_2328992433_bg.jpg IN en Behravesh is an expert on environmental and social sustainability. Businesses are responsible for the well-being of their employees, communities, and society as a whole. They are also responsible for promoting economic growth, promoting human rights, and fighting climate change. Environmental sustainability focuses on minimizing harm to ecosystems and ensuring the planet's resources remain viable for future generations. It's about balancing resource consumption with ecologica...[+5073 chars] 2025-02-05T05:03:37 Transparency: The Asset of Recruitment 2.0 Nicolas Speeckaert https://delano.lu/article/transparency-the-asset-of-recruitment-2-0 https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/transparency-the-asset-of-recruitment-2-0/0.5/0.5/600/400/702007.png LU en All Eyes On Me (AEOM) is an employer branding platform for Luxembourg companies. Its primary target audience is people aged 25–35 (50%) and 18–25 (30%) who are active on social media. AEOM is working to enhance Luxembourg's attractiveness for young graduates despite challenges such as housing and living costs. On the job market, a shift in mindset is evident among candidates, especially younger ones. They express interest in learning about companies' values, culture, social responsibility, and efforts to ad...[+6347 chars] 2025-02-05T05:03:36 Christelle Noel: 'Each company must find its own key' https://delano.lu/article/christelle-noel-each-company-must-find-its-own-key https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/christelle-noel-each-company-must-find-its-own-key/0.5/0.5/600/400/701131.png LU en Christelle Noel is an HR director at Dussmann in Luxembourg. She explains the job market is dominated by the 'war for talent' and the challenges of recruiting and retaining talent. She also explains the importance of employee well-being, development and diversity, and the role of HR in promoting the employer brand. "Paperjam: In the quest for performance, what is the role of an HR director alongside the CEO? Does the role involve executing a roadmap or guiding corporate strategy? Christelle Noel: A good HR direct...[+10158 chars]" 2025-02-05T04:58:26 Investing in Raubex Group (JSE:RBX) five years ago would have delivered you a 140% gain Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/investing-raubex-group-jse-rbx-045826598.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/e18325c660d04f2fe88569956b7babe1 US en Raubex Group Limited (JSE:RBX) is up 104% in five years. The company has grown its earnings per share at 56% a year for the last decade. The market isn't so enthusiastic about the stock these days. The reasonably low P/E ratio suggests market apprehension. The total shareholder return of 78% in the last 12 months is better than the share price return of 19%. When you buy shares in a company, it's worth keeping in mind the possibility that it could fail, and you could lose your money. But when you pick a company that is really flourishing, you can make mor...[+3692 chars] 2025-02-05T04:27:23 NGORA gives unlicensed, unregistered civil rights groups, NGOs till March 31 or face complete ban in Malawi Lloyd M Bwana https://www.maravipost.com/ngora-gives-unlicensed-unregistered-civil-rights-groups-ngos-till-march-31-or-face-complete-ban-in-malawi https://266dedaa.delivery.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Edward-Chileka-Banda-delivering-speech-during-press-conference-of-NGORA.jpg MW en NGORA has given unlicensed, unregistered civil rights groups, NGOs till March 31, 2024, or face complete ban in Malawi. It will publish names of licenced organizations in the newspaper for the general public and service providers to be in the know. The total reported income in the NGO sector for 2024 amounted to K734 billion. LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The country's Non-Governmental Organisation Regulatory Authority (NGORA) has given unlicensed, unregistered civil rights groups, NGOs till March 31, 2024, or face complete ban in...[+2244 chars] 2025-02-05T04:13:02 SBP releases draft National Green Taxonomy for public consultation News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/02/05/sbp-releases-draft-national-green-taxonomy-for-public-consultation https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/SBP-696x389.jpg PK en The draft National Green Taxonomy has been released for public consultation. The draft defines green projects and activities to help policymakers, financial institutions, and investors direct capital toward climate risk mitigation and adaptation. The final version of the taxonomy will be issued after incorporating relevant input. "As part of its initiative to promote green finance, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday released the draft National Green Taxonomy for public consultation. Developed in collaboration with the ...[+1045 chars]" 2025-02-05T04:08:28 "MEDCOENERGI IMPROVES MSCI ESG RATING TO ""AA""" Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/05/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/medcoenergi-improves-msci-esg-rating-to-aa/2050146 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/05/532365.jpg PH en "MedcoEnergi has received an upgrade to its MSCI ESG rating from ""A"" to ""AA"". This recognition positions MedcoEergi as a leader in sustainability within the exploration and oil and gas industry. The company's latest rating upgrade is its third upgrade in five years, reflecting consistent enhancements in ESG performance." "JAKARTA, Indonesia , Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Medco Energi Internasional Tbk (MedcoEnergi) has received an upgrade to its MSCI ESG rating, from ""A"" to ""AA"". This recognition positions MedcoEner...[+906 chars]" 2025-02-05T03:37:00 "MEDCOENERGI IMPROVES MSCI ESG RATING TO ""AA""" PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/medcoenergi-improves-msci-esg-rating-033700502.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/832dfc5d142dca8c23a8a6418374b431 US en "MedcoEnergi has received an upgrade to its MSCI ESG rating, from ""A"" to ""AA"". This recognition positions MedcoEergi as a leader in sustainability within the exploration and oil and gas industry. The company's latest rating upgrade is its third upgrade in five years." "JAKARTA, Indonesia, Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Medco Energi Internasional Tbk (MedcoEnergi) has received an upgrade to its MSCI ESG rating, from ""A"" to ""AA"". This recognition positions MedcoEnerg...[+1447 chars]" 2025-02-05T03:37:00 "MEDCOENERGI IMPROVES MSCI ESG RATING TO ""AA""" https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6030020 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F02%2F05%2F677e5e23433b4e18ba0e2a65db7a79b1.jpg TW en "MedcoEnergi has received an upgrade to its MSCI ESG rating from ""A"" to ""AA"". This recognition positions MedcoEergi as a leader in sustainability within the exploration and oil and gas industry. The company's latest rating upgrade is its third upgrade in five years, reflecting consistent enhancements in ESG performance." "JAKARTA, Indonesia, Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Medco Energi Internasional Tbk (MedcoEnergi) has received an upgrade to its MSCI ESG rating, from ""A"" to ""AA"". This recognition positions MedcoEnerg...[+1245 chars]" 2025-02-05T03:36:57 Financial Sector Moves to Replace ‘ESG' Terminology Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=234819 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202502/234819_237817_3514_v150.jpg KR en South Korea's Shinhan Bank has replaced the term ESG with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in its business operations. This shift has sparked speculation that the domestic financial sector may follow suit. The second Trump administration's opposition to environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies gains traction. As skepticism surrounding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles intensifies in global financial markets, South Korea's Shinhan Bank has taken steps to replace ESG-related terminology ...[+2689 chars] 2025-02-05T02:57:24 Why ESG poses the greatest risk and opportunity for the mining sector lisa Byers https://www.nationalobserver.com/2025/02/14/opinion/why-esg-poses-greatest-risk-opportunity-mining-sector https://www.nationalobserver.com/sites/default/files/img/2025/02/04/mining_pexels-vlad-chetan-2892618.jpg CA en According to Abacus Data poll, 80% of Canadians support Canada's producers in the mining sector. According to Ernst & Young report, the top ESG issues that are likely to face the most scrutiny from investors are waste management, climate change, water stewardship, and nature/biodiversity. Less than a quarter of Canadian mining leaders have formally committed to their carbon emission reduction targets by 2050 or earlier. When we think of the mining and metals industry, it's not often associated with the superfluous buzzwords linked to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. The industry itself contribute...[+8145 chars] 2025-02-05T02:30:00 Kingspan poised to take over Swedish company in deal worth almost €49m John Burns https://www.independent.ie/business/kingspan-poised-to-take-over-swedish-company-in-deal-worth-almost-49m/a26416587.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/olDUMSjPonLHu-DO5w8VqItb_oA=/629x460/smart/prod-mh-ireland/2d358ea2-c230-45d3-b416-8565701062bd/ee78ce20-d2fa-45d7-9df9-11595df9d708/2d358ea2-c230-45d3-b416-8565701062bd.jpg IE en Kingspan has offered 182.50 Swedish krona (€15.99) in cash per share for Nordic, a Swedish-based maker of waterproofing products. Kingspan owns over 21 million shares in Nordic, which amounts to 87.37% stake. The offer represents a 7% premium on Nordic's closing price on the Nasdaq Stockholm index on Monday night. "The Cavan-based firm, whose CEO is Gene Murtagh, is already the majority shareholder. It has offered 182.50 Swedish krona (€15.99) in cash per share. Based on the just over three million shares Kingsp...[+2307 chars]" 2025-02-05T02:11:09 Dr Nsor-Ambala appointed as DBG CEO https://www.msn.com/en-xl/money/topstories/dr-nsor-ambala-appointed-as-dbg-ceo/ar-AA1yqHj2 US en Dr. Randolph Nsor-Ambala has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Development Bank Ghana effective 21st of January 2025. He is a seasoned development finance professional with several years of executive leadership experience in multisectoral corporate organisations, including Promasidor Ghana Limited, Coca-Cola, Diageo, and MTN. "Dr. Randolph Nsor-Ambala has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Development Bank Ghana (DBG) effective 21st of January 2025. In making the announcement, the Board Chairman, Dr....[+2015 chars]" 2025-02-05T02:10:29 Japan weighs tougher management buyout rules to protect minority shareholders Bloomberg https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/02/05/markets/management-buyout-rules https://www.japantimes.co.jp/japantimes/uploads/images/2025/02/05/450392.jpg?v=3.1 JP en Tokyo Stock Exchange will consider changes to the Corporate Code of Conduct this month. It will require firms to improve disclosure of assumptions used to calculate the price of management buyouts and to set up a special committee to hear opinions about the proposed deal. Hedge funds including Oasis Management and Curi RMB Capital opposed plans by a major drugmaker to go private in 2023, arguing the price was too cheap. "Japan's boom in management buyouts looks set for stricter oversight to protect minority shareholders when companies go private. The Tokyo Stock Exchange will this month consider changes to the Corpora...[+502 chars]" 2025-02-05T02:04:00 Labor Must Rule Out Bass Strait Development Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/labor-must-rule-out-bass-strait-development-1402845 https://greens.org.au/sites/default/files/styles/alt_box/public/2021-03/web_20-10-31%20Election%20Party-32_1.jpg?itok=1c7u0LLt US en "Greens have raised concerns about NOPSEMA's regulation of the offshore fossil fuel industry following approval of Esso's Bass Strait Development. Greens spokesperson for Healthy Oceans, Senator Peter Whish-Wilson: ""Esso has proven itself to be a highly problematic and dangerous operator.""" The Greens have today raised concerns about NOPSEMA's regulation of the offshore fossil fuel industry following the government agency's approval of embattled fossil fuel company Esso's Bass Strait Dev...[+1183 chars] 2025-02-05T01:29:18 Here's Why We Think Hock Lian Seng Holdings (SGX:J2T) Might Deserve Your Attention Today Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-think-hock-lian-012918405.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/e18325c660d04f2fe88569956b7babe1 US en Hock Lian Seng Holdings (SGX:J2T) has a market capitalisation of S$210m. Its annual EPS growth for the last 3 years was 53%. Its EBIT margins improved by 11.6% to 15% in the last 12 months. Its insiders own 76% of the company. For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to investors, even if it currently lacks a track record of revenue and profit. But as Pe...[+4230 chars] 2025-02-05T01:21:36 Returns Are Gaining Momentum At GRP (SGX:BLU) Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/returns-gaining-momentum-grp-sgx-012136715.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/874442805ef22d0786bb3abf9a3a04ac US en GRP (SGX:BLU) has an ROCE of 4.2%, which is below the industry average of 8.1%. The company was generating losses five years ago, but now it's earning 4. 2%. The current liabilities has increased to 27% of total assets, so the business is now more funded by suppliers or short-term creditors. If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. In a perfect world, we'd like to see a company investing more capital into its business and ideal...[+3642 chars] 2025-02-05T01:13:55 Samsung Life Insurance has considered incorporating Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance as a subsidi.. Ryu Young-sang https://www.mk.co.kr/en/economy/11232783 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202502/05/news-p.v1.20250205.96aa858d4ae5484fa742cd25aa5ea429_P1.jpg KR en Insurance Business Act allows only 15% of shares of other companies. Samsung Life Insurance has considered incorporating Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance as a subsidiary. The details are likely to be announced at Samsung Life's IR (business briefing) scheduled for the 20th of this month. "Insurance Business Act allows only 15% of shares of other companies [Picture = Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance] Samsung Life Insurance has considered incorporating Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance as a...[+2524 chars]" 2025-02-05T01:00:07 ESG awareness among SMEs surges Dzul https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/02/05/esg-awareness-among-smes-surges https://themalaysianreserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ESG-2.jpg MY en Malaysian SMEs' environmental, social and governance (ESG) awareness has increased from 14% in 2023 to 80% in the past two years. Manufacturing (69%) and construction (60%) emerged as leaders in adopting ESG practices. ENVIRONMENTAL, social and governance (ESG) awareness among Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) has skyrocketed from just 14% to 80% over the past two years, underscoring a rapid shift in rec...[+3690 chars] 2025-02-05T01:00:00 Endeavour Announces Holding(s) in Company Feb. 5, 2025 01:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6029735 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/NDM3NTk0NGMtZGU1OS00NTM1LTk5YTUtOTllMjJkNGJlYjMwLTEyMjI4MTM=/tiny/Endeavour-Mining-PLC.png TW en Endeavour Mining plc received a notification from Blackrock, Inc. of its interests in the Company as at 3 February 2025. The notification concerned an acquisition or disposal of voting rights. BlackRock has a chain of controlled undertakings through which the voting rights and financial instruments are effectively held. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Feb. 5, 2025 01:00 Endeavour Mining plc ('the Company') announces that it received the following notification, today 4 February 2025, from Blackro...[+9222 chars]" 2025-02-05T00:43:00 광명시, 중소기업 ESG 경영전략 수립 지원 이현준기자 http://breaknews.com/1089523 http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/banner/favicon.ico KR en ESG is an e-sports game created by the Action Team. It is available in English and Spanish. It's available in 50 different languages. It can be downloaded from the following website: http://www.esg.com. "[브레이크뉴스경기남부=광명 이현준기자] 광명시가 중소기업의 지속가능한 성장을 지원하기 위해 법무법인 화우와 ESG 이행 협약을 체결했다. 이번 협약으로 화우는 광명시 ESG 민관협력 네트워크인 '광명 ESG 액션팀(Action Team)'에 가입하고, 중소기업 ESG 경영 확산을 위한 '기업 ESG 진단평가 지원사업'에 참여해 관내 중소기업 50여 곳이 비...[+3083 chars]" 2025-02-05T00:20:05 Sands achieves ISO 14001 certification for environmental management https://macaudailytimes.com.mo/sands-achieves-iso-14001-certification-for-environmental-management.html https://i0.wp.com/macaudailytimes.com.mo/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Group-photo.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 MO en Sands China Ltd. has received an ISO 14001:2015 certification for its Environmental Management System (EMS). It is the most widely recognized standard for EMS globally. The company's commitment to sustainable operations and adherence to international standards is a significant step in this regard. Sands China Ltd. has received ISO 14001:2015 certification for its Environmental Management System (EMS), marking a significant step in the company's commitment to sustainable operations and adherence...[+840 chars] 2025-02-05T00:20:00 Sage Potash Closes C$2.5 Million Private Placement CNW Group https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/sage-potash-closes-c-2-002000839.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnw.ca/e909edb34f71e047586bd586142870f3 US en Sage Potash Corp. has closed its non-brokered private placement of common shares of the Company previously announced on January 10, 2025. 12,496,940 common shares were issued for aggregate gross proceeds of C$2,499,388. The proceeds will be used for general working capital purposes. The TSX Venture Exchange has approved the Offering. "VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 4, 2025 /CNW/ - Sage Potash Corp. (TSXV: SAGE) (OTC: SGPTF) (""Sage"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce that it has closed its non-brokered private placement of common shares ...[+5652 chars]" 2025-02-05T00:00:00 Notice of the Annual General Meeting of UPM-Kymmene Corporation PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/Notice_of_the_Annual_General_Meeting_of_UPMKymmene_Corporati https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en UPM-Kymmene Corporation Stock Exchange Release (Notice to general meeting) 5 February 2025 at 15:00 EET HELSINKI, Feb. 5, 2025. Notice of the Annual General Meeting of UPM- kymmene corporation is given to the shareholders. UPM-Kymmene Corporation Stock Exchange Release (Notice to general meeting) 5 February 2025 at 15:00 EET HELSINKI, Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Notice of the Annual General Meeting of UPM-Kymmene Corpo...[+150 chars] 2025-02-05T00:00:00 MSX unveils dividend policy guidelines to boost transparency Oman Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/MSX_unveils_dividend_policy_guidelines_to_boost_transparency https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Muscat Stock Exchange has introduced Guidelines for Dividend Policy for Public Joint Stock Companies. It is in line with the exchange's commitment to transparency and investor co-investor co-operation. It's also for public joint stock companies with public stock exchanges. MUSCAT: The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) has introduced a Guidelines for Dividend Policy for Public Joint Stock Companies, reinforcing its commitment to transparency and investor co 2025-02-05T00:00:00 Gaia Announces Proposed Underwritten Offering of Common Stock Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/Gaia_Announces_Proposed_Underwritten_Offering_of_Common_Stoc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Gaia, Inc. (NASDAQ: GAIAI) will go public on February 5, 2025. The company is based in Boulder, Colorado and is a subsidiary of Gaia, Inc., which is a publicly traded company. Â BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gaia, Inc. (NASDAQ: GAIA) ('Gaia' or the 2025-02-05T00:00:00 RI reaffirms commitment to achieving carbon emission reduction target Antara News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/RI_reaffirms_commitment_to_achieving_carbon_emission_reducti https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources reiterates Indonesia's commitment to meeting its carbon emission reduction target. According to the E-NDC, Indonesia aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 31.89 per cent by 2020.   Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources reiterated Indonesia's dedication to meeting its carbon emission reduction target, as detailed in the Enhanced Nationally Determined Con...[+116 chars] 2025-02-05T00:00:00 Financial institutions brought into play in carbon market China Daily https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/Financial_institutions_brought_into_play_in_carbon_market https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Eight securities companies have been granted approval to participate in the domestic carbon markets using their own funds. The participation of securities firms in the carbon emission rights trading market is an important way for financial firms to earn revenue.   Â i Eight securities companies have been granted approval to participate in the domestic carbon markets using their own funds, having received non-objection letters from the China Securities Regulatory Co...[+126 chars] 2025-02-05T00:00:00 Intchains Group Limited To Participate In The 'Digital Assets 2025: To Bitcoin And Beyond,' Virtual ... MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/Intchains_Group_Limited_To_Participate_In_The_Digital_Assets_7 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) is an innovative altcoins development company that primarily focuses on the development of new altcoins. The company is listed on the Nasdaq in Shanghai and on the Mafafn exchange in New York. (MENAFN - GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) SHANGHAI, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intchains Group Limited (Nasdaq: ICG) (–we,– or the–Company–), an innovative altcoins development company that primarily 2025-02-05T00:00:00 Oxbridge / Suranceplus Selects Coinbase Prime To Support Strategic Bitcoin And Ethereum Investment MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/05/Oxbridge_Suranceplus_Selects_Coinbase_Prime_To_Support_Strat_c https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: OXBR) and its subsidiaries will go public on February 5, 2025, in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, together with its parent company, Oxford Re Holdings Ltd (Oxbridge), which is listed on the Nasdaq. (MENAFN - GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: OXBR ) (–Oxbridge Re–) , together with its 2025-02-05T00:00:00 Prioritizing quality over expansion in Indonesia's carbon market Ardhi Rasy Wardhana https://www.thejakartapost.com/opinion/2025/02/06/prioritizing-quality-over-expansion-in-indonesias-carbon-market.html https://img.jakpost.net/c/2025/02/05/2025_02_05_159937_1738734517._large.jpg ID en Indonesia Carbon Exchange (IDXCarbon) announced on Jan. 20 that it was now open to foreign buyers. Unlocking Indonesia's carbon offset market to international buyers provides opportunities, such as enhancing market liquidity and facilitating more robust price discovery. The main objective of putting a price on carbon is to create an incentive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage the economy to grow. "I ndonesia Carbon Exchange (IDXCarbon) announced on Jan. 20 that it was now open to foreign buyers, marking a significant milestone in the country's climate solution through a market-based instrument....[+2016 chars]" 2025-02-04T23:04:44 Initial Registration Statement (Form S-1) (Microbot Medical Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/Initial_Registration_Statement_Form_S1_Microbot_Medical_Inc https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/[] US en As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 4, 2025, it is filed with Registration No. 333-UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549. It is a registration statement under the SECURITIES ACT of 1933. )As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 4, 2025Registration No. 333-UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWashington, D.C. 20549FORM S-1REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER ...[+76 chars] 2025-02-04T23:04:32 Essex Property Trust: Q4 Earnings Snapshot https://santamariatimes.com/ap/business/essex-property-trust-q4-earnings-snapshot/article_271baece-a248-599a-922d-d37fd172e139.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/santamariatimes.com/content/tncms/custom/image/b9c888ca-59a2-11eb-a31f-0b4d74fa96dc.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Essex Property Trust Inc. reported a key measure of profitability in its fourth quarter. The results topped Wall Street expectations, according to Esterl Property Trust's report. Esterly Property Trust is a real estate investment trust based in San Mateo, California. SAN MATEO, Calif. (AP) — SAN MATEO, Calif. (AP) — Essex Property Trust Inc. (ESS) on Tuesday reported a key measure of profitability in its fourth quarter. The results topped Wall Street expectations. 2025-02-04T23:03:55 Govt engages US firm for carbon trading Our Correspondent https://tribune.com.pk/story/2526604/govt-engages-us-firm-for-carbon-trading https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/Romina-Khurshid-Alam1726528072-0/Romina-Khurshid-Alam1726528072-0.jpg PK en Minus 2 Degrees, a US-based company specialising in carbon neutrality solutions, met with Romina Khurshid Alam, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change, at her office on Tuesday. The meeting focused on carbon reduction strategies to address climate challenges and promote environmental sustainability. Alam called for collaboration with local and international stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of carbon trading guidelines. "Listen to article ISLAMABAD: A five-member delegation from Minus 2 Degrees (M2D), a US-based company specialising in carbon neutrality solutions, met with Romina Khurshid Alam, Coordinator to the Prim...[+2317 chars]" 2025-02-04T22:43:06 Development Bank Ghana appoints Dr Randolph Nsor-Ambala as new CEO https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/development-bank-ghana-appoints-dr-randolph-nsor-ambala-as-new-ceo.html https://www.graphic.com.gh/images/2025/jan/30/WhatsApp%20Image%202025-02-04%20at%2010.13.47%20PM%201.jpeg GH en Dr Randolph Nsor-Ambala has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Development Bank Ghana (DBG) effective January 21, 2025. He is a seasoned development finance professional with extensive executive leadership experience in major corporate organisations, including Promasidor Ghana Limited, Coca-Cola, Diageo, and MTN. "The Development Bank Ghana (DBG) has appointed Dr Randolph Nsor-Ambala as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 21, 2025. Announcing the appointment in a statement, the Board Chairm...[+2124 chars]" 2025-02-04T22:00:27 What Does CSE Global Limited's (SGX:544) Share Price Indicate? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/does-cse-global-limiteds-sgx-220027944.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cf3f0369cec0a4d8742d0cfe2fa44bae US en CSE Global Limited (SGX:544) saw significant share price movement during recent months on the SGX. CSE Global is trading at a fairly cheap price according to Simply Wall St's price-to-earnings ratio. The company's earnings over the next few years are expected to increase by 33%. This should lead to more robust cash flows, feeding into a higher share value. Since 544 is currently trading below the industry PE ratio, it may be a great time to increase your holdings. CSE Global Limited (SGX:544), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during recent months on the SGX, rising to highs of S$0.48 and falling to the lows of S$0.41. ...[+3912 chars] 2025-02-04T21:58:37 Tighter advertising rules about environmental claims weeks away Nathan Jolly https://mumbrella.com.au/tighter-advertising-rules-about-environmental-claims-weeks-away-863221 https://mumbrella.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-02-05-at-8.43.08 AM-e1738705686650-800x450.png AU en Stricter rules about making environmental claims in Australian advertising will come into effect on March 1st. The new AANA Environmental Claims Code applies to all advertising and marketing across all platforms, but doesn't extend to packaging or labels, corporate reports, PR, or media statements. "Stricter rules about making environmental claims in Australian advertising will come into effect on March 1, with vague or unqualified language under the spotlight. The new AANA Environmental Claims C...[+2187 chars]" 2025-02-04T21:30:00 ReTo Announces Receipt of Nasdaq Delisting Determination and Plan to Appeal PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/reto-announces-receipt-of-nasdaq-delisting-determination-and-plan-to-appeal-122325.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1738738413 VN en ReTo Eco-Solutions, Inc. received a delisting determination notice from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC on January 29, 2025. The Company is not in compliance with the minimum bid price requirement as set forth in Listing Rule 5550(a)(2). The Company will be delisted from Nasdaq at the opening of business on February 7, 2025, unless the Company requests an appeal of such determination to a hearings panel. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC RSM Vietnam D.lion Dentons LuatViet Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking P...[+2067 chars] 2025-02-04T21:17:00 Essex Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Results and Provides 2025 Guidance Business Wire https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/essex-announces-fourth-quarter-full-211700000.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/28b9ab441e5c20f573f389645f9fa77e US en Essex Property Trust, Inc. announced today its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 earnings results and related business activities. Net Income per diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $4.00, compared to $1.02 in the last quarter of 2023. Core FFO per share increased by 2.3% compared to the previous quarter. Same-property revenues and NOI grew 2.6% and 1.7%, respectively, for the full year 2024. The Company received cash proceeds of $108.8 million from redemptions of structured finance investments. "SAN MATEO, Calif., February 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) (the ""Company"") announced today its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 earnings results and related business...[+22732 chars]" 2025-02-04T21:06:46 GOP attorneys general urge Costco to drop diversity policies, cite Trump's order https://www.inforum.com/business/gop-attorneys-general-urge-costco-to-drop-diversity-policies-cite-trumps-order https://cdn.forumcomm.com/dims4/default/f3ad95c/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1536x710+0+0/resize/2306x1066!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforum-communications-production-web.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com%2Fbrightspot%2Fe5%2Fc4%2F39c65974414a87f73042ec73e251%2F20250129-170521-1536x710.jpg US en 19 Republican attorneys general want Costco to end all unlawful discrimination imposed by its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Costco's North Dakota stores are in Bismarck and West Fargo. Shareholders rejected a proposal from conservative think tank to examine risks posed by its DEI policies. Board chair Tony Curtis said the company's commitment to inclusion does not include quotas or systematic preferences. "BISMARCK — A group of Republican attorneys general is pressuring Costco 'to end all unlawful discrimination imposed' by the retailer's diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The 19 attorneys genera...[+2255 chars]" 2025-02-04T21:06:37 Exagen Inc. to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences Exagen Inc. https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/exagen-inc-to-participate-in-upcoming-investor-conferences/article_52e4ec4f-4263-5fe5-a1f6-39b0ca125e47.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Exagen Inc. is a leading provider of autoimmune testing. Management will participate in the following upcoming investor conferences: Investor Conference #2, #3 and #4. Exagen is traded on the Nasdaq: XGN and is headquartered in California, USA. CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exagen Inc. (Nasdaq: XGN), a leading provider of autoimmune testing, today announced that management will participate in the following upcoming inve...[+17 chars] 2025-02-04T19:33:56 Corporate Sustainability Actions Continue To Reflect Core Values, Whether Businesses Want Them To Or Not Mary Foley https://www.forbes.com/sites/maryfoley/2025/02/04/corporate-sustainability-actions-continue-to-reflect-core-values-whether-businesses-want-them-to-or-not https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a265fbb8de3b49734f8804/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en After the U.S. president's executive orders on climate change and diversity, equity and inclusion, many businesses are rethinking their sustainability programs. Corporate sustainability is a core set of values, systems and processes that govern every decision a company makes. It is important for business leaders to bring together the right people and resources to reflect their core values. "The new ESG landscape has businesses scrambling. getty Large corporations that have spent the last few years building up their sustainability, environmental, social and governance programs are confron...[+5425 chars]" 2025-02-04T19:17:10 High court dismisses Exxaro CEO's urgent application against suspension by board Yeshiel Panchia https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-02-04-high-court-dismisses-exxaro-ceos-urgent-application-against-suspension-by-board https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BM-yesh-exxaro.jpg?fit=1280%2C813&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en Dr Nombasa Tsengwa's urgent bid to fast-track her December 2024 suspension hearing was rejected yesterday by the Gauteng Division of the High Court. She was placed on precautionary suspension just days after a Sunday Times article quoted anonymous sources alleging that her management style contributed to the departure of up to nine executives. She filed an urgent high court application challenging the suspension with hearings on Tuesday, 28 January 2025. Exxaro has more than 6,500 direct employees and close to 30,000 people indirectly supported by the company. Suspended Exxaro CEO Dr Nombasa Tsengwa's urgent bid to fast-track her December 2024 suspension hearing was rejected yesterday by the Gauteng Division of the High Court, which also ordered her to pay ...[+7401 chars] 2025-02-04T19:05:00 ‘Go Away Chump': Kevin O'Leary Shredded After Trying to Bully Costco Into Ditching DEI As MAGA Demands Boycott A.L. Lee https://atlantablackstar.com/2025/02/04/shark-tanks-kevin-oleary-slams-costco-as-nuts-for-defying-trumps-push-to-end-dei-initiatives-maga-trolls-threaten-boycott https://atlantablackstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2029/02/Kevin-OLeary.webp US en Kevin O'Leary slammed Costco for standing by its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. 19 state attorneys general sent a letter to Costco CEO Ron Vachris accusing the company of violating federal law. The company's shareholders rejected the anti-DEI efforts at the annual meeting in late January. 'Shark Tank' star Kevin O'Leary blasted Costco this week for not falling in line with President Donald Trump's all-out push to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives—igniting MAGA trol...[+10159 chars] 2025-02-04T18:52:50 The EU Imposes Its ESG Agenda on American Companies Michael Toth https://www.realclearworld.com/2025/02/04/the_eu_imposes_its_esg_agenda_on_american_companies_1089212.html https://www.realclearworld.com/asset/img/social_media_assets/site_logos/rcw.png US en The most drastic restrictions on U.S. business are a pair of new ESG regulations: the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and the Corporate Due Diligence Directive. The regulations are aimed at the corporate sustainability of the E.U.'s economy. The most drastic of the E.U.'s restrictions on U.S. business are a pair of new ESG regulations: the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directiv...[+22 chars] 2025-02-04T18:15:00 Inogen Alliance Ranked #32 in Environment Analyst's Global Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment for FY 2023 Inogen Alliance https://finance.yahoo.com/news/inogen-alliance-ranked-32-environment-181500901.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/0a2f3cc3bea977dbf097c31ea68363f2 US en Inogen Alliance is ranked #32 in Environment Analyst's latest Global Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment. The report is based on data compiled for 35 of the leading international E&S consulting firms with a combined revenue of $35.3bn in 2023. Environment Analyst has a global membership community of over 22,000 sustainability professionals. "The report identifies the key global players in the environmental & sustainability (E&S) consulting by E&S consulting revenue for FY 2023. ST. PAUL, MN / / February 4, 2025 / Inogen Alliance today ann...[+4926 chars]" 2025-02-04T17:49:41 Ghana: Tullow, Petroleum Commission Empower 50 Indigenous Companies for SDGs Times Reporter https://allafrica.com/stories/202502040616.html https://cdn08.allafrica.com/static/images/structure/aa-logo-rgba-no-text-square.png ZA en Over 300 participants attended a workshop on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of a business academy partnership initiative between Tullow Ghana Ltd and the Petroleum Commission. The workshop sought to empower workers in various divisions of indigenous Ghanaian oil and gas companies to integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices into their operations. Over 300 participants attended a comprehensive workshop on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of a business academy partnership initiative between Tullow Ghana Ltd and the Petroleum C...[+2549 chars] 2025-02-04T17:49:36 Ghana: Committee to Investigate ECG Procurements Set Up Cynthia Asanpana https://allafrica.com/stories/202502040607.html https://cdn08.allafrica.com/static/images/structure/aa-logo-rgba-no-text-square.png ZA en The Minister of Energy and Green Transition inaugurated a 5-member investigative committee to oversee all procurement practices at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). The committee members include Professor Innocent Senyo Kwasi Akwa, Georgette Emefa Fuga, Vivian Ablakely, Abdulai Rahman and Noble Yaw Kyei Addonu. The move is aimed at addressing the inefficiencies and alleged malpractices that have led to significant financial losses to the company and the energy sector. The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Mr John Abdulai Jinapor, on Friday inaugurated a 5-member investigative committee to oversee all procurement practices at the Electricity Company of Ghana ...[+1714 chars] 2025-02-04T17:20:47 Sodexo - Monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights on January 31, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/05/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sodexo-monthly-disclosure-on-share-capital-and-voting-rights-on-january-31-2025/2049926 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/05/532105.png PH en Issy-les-Moulineaux, February 4, 2025 is the monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights. Sodexo was founded in Marseille in 1966 by Pierre Bellon and is a global leader in sustainable food and valued experiences. The Group stands out for its independence and its founding family shareholding. "Issy-les-Moulineaux, February 4, 2025 Monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights Pursuant to Article L.233-8-II of the French Commercial Code and Article 223-16 of the General Regulation of...[+1278 chars]" 2025-02-04T17:16:26 Commission accused of rushing through review of corporate sustainability rules Robert Hodgson https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/02/04/commission-accused-of-rushing-through-review-of-corporate-sustainability-rules https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/03/05/84/1200x675_cmsv2_4e6e01a5-5a45-5b8b-9b8d-58d111a93150-9030584.jpg FR en Economy commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis is convening a roundtable on 6 February to discuss an omnibus proposal to amend a raft of EU laws. The list of participants is heavily skewed towards business interests. Green groups fear it will be just the first phase of a bonfire of red tape. Liberal MEP Pascal Canfin has slammed what he calls a 'fake consultation' over plans to renegotiate due diligence requirements for companies operating in Europe, in what green groups fear will be just...[+3047 chars] 2025-02-04T16:45:00 Disclosure of the Number of Shares Forming the Capital and of the Total Number of Voting Rights as of 31 January 2025 VINCI https://finance.yahoo.com/news/disclosure-number-shares-forming-capital-164500927.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/4Jw8cOtbbpG99vEFu_hWrw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zMzQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/1a3bec34d4968aa7bb08b096f4f08491 US en French public limited company (société anonyme) has a share capital of €1,456,035,992.50. Theoretical number of voting rights (including treasury stock) is582,414,397. The total voting rights excluding treasury stock are562,585,315. "French public limited company (société anonyme)with a share capital of €1,456,035,992.50Registered office : 1973, boulevard de la Défense92000 Nanterre – France552 037 806 RCS Nanterrewww.vinci.com DI...[+557 chars]" 2025-02-04T16:40:00 SEC registrations hit record 52,304 in 2024 Earl John Alfaro https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/05/business/top-business/sec-registrations-hit-record-52304-in-2024/2049720 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/04/532009.jpg PH en Company registration hit an all-time high of 52,304 last year, up by six percent compared to 2023's 49,506. SEC chairman Emilio Aquino said it's a testament that they are on the right track in encouraging entities to legitimize their operations through registration with the Commission. "THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Tuesday said that company registration hit an all-time high of 52,304 last year, up by six percent compared to 2023's 49,506. ""Surpassing the 50,000 mar...[+210 chars]" 2025-02-04T16:31:00 IOB becomes signatory of Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials Yogesh Kabirdoss https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/iob-becomes-signatory-of-partnership-for-carbon-accounting-financials/articleshow/117918667.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117918595,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-133992,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Indian Overseas Bank has become a signatory of the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF). PCAF is a global initiative to combat climate change and promote responsible banking. IOB will measure and disclose the greenhouse gas emissions associated with its financed activities and adopt globally harmonized methodologies for GHG accounting. "CHENNAI: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has become a signatory of the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF). As part of this initiative, the bank will measure and disclose the greenhouse gas...[+1227 chars]" 2025-02-04T16:30:12 Q&A with Carrie Hillyard on EVSC joining Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools Mitzi S. Morris https://www.insideindianabusiness.com/articles/qa-with-carrie-hillyard-on-evsc-joining-digital-promise-league-of-innovative-schools https://cdn.insideindianabusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Carrie-Hillyard-Headshot.jpg US en The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp. joined the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools in October. The network connects and supports more than 150 forward-thinking school districts across 34 states. Carrie Hillyard, EVSC Chief Transformation Officer, explains the league's mission to collaborate and achieve equitable student outcomes. "Listen to this story Loading audio file, please wait. 0.25 0.50 0.75 1.00 1.25 1.50 1.75 2.00 Carrie Hillyard (Provided Photo) The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp. is one of the newest members of t...[+8925 chars]" 2025-02-04T16:15:00 Three more firms downgraded to Z category over dividend failures, total reaches 94 TBS Report https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/stocks/three-more-firms-downgraded-z-category-over-dividend-failures-total-reaches-94 https://www.tbsnews.net/sites/default/files/styles/social_share/public/images/2020/08/16/dsex_dhaka_stock_exchange.jpg BD en Bangladesh Building Systems, Rahima Food Corporation and Beacon Pharmaceuticals have been downgraded to the Z category on the Dhaka Stock Exchange's website. The companies failed to distribute approved dividends within the stipulated time frame. The total number of companies in the Z Category now stands at 94 out of 400 listed companies. "The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) has downgraded three more companies to the Z category for failing to distribute approved dividends within the stipulated time frame. The companies are Bangladesh Buildin...[+2128 chars]" 2025-02-04T15:55:29 Christian Woodward Joins Exiger as Chief Revenue Officer https://blog.executivebiz.com/2025/02/christian-woodward-appointment-exiger https://executivebiz-media.s3.amazonaws.com/2025/02/04/5c/d0/28/22/ac/26/9f/e4/christian-woodward-chief-revenue-officer-exiger.png US en Christian Woodward has been appointed as Exiger's chief revenue officer. He will oversee all revenue and go-to-market teams and drive performance and growth. He previously served as CRO at AI-driven fraud prevention service provider Socure and blockchain analytics company Chainalysis. He also held sales-related leadership positions at OutSystems, New Relic, VMware and Apple. "Latest Federal & Government Contracting Companies' News Coverage Latest Federal & Government Contracting Companies' News Coverage Christian Woodward Christian Woodward , former operating adviser for t...[+1741 chars]" 2025-02-04T15:48:35 AI Governance: The CEO's Ethical Imperative In 2025 Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/AI_Governance_The_CEO_s_Ethical_Imperative_In_2025 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/[] US en As AI continues to reshape industries, CEOs must focus on AI governance to ensure ethical, transparent, and responsible use of AI, says KPMG's CEO, John Bremner.   . for more information, go to: www.kpmg.com. As AI continues to reshape industries, CEOs must focus on AI governance to ensure ethical, transparent, and responsible use of AI. 2025-02-04T15:00:00 SET and ICE to advance Thailand's carbon market development https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2954056/set-and-ice-to-advance-thailands-carbon-market-development https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250204/c1_2954056_700.jpg TH en The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore innovative solutions for the emerging carbon markets of Thailand and Asia. The collaboration will leverage both organisations' strengths in data analytics, technology infrastructure and market operations to assess feasibility and design optimal market frameworks. LONDON: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore innovative solutions for the emerging carbon markets of Thai...[+2090 chars] 2025-02-04T14:59:29 Investors With $6.8 Trillion Warn EU Not to Bow to ESG Backlash Frances Schwartzkopff https://finance.yahoo.com/news/investors-6-8-trillion-warn-133849549.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/gQDJp4qsxEgxV_dfMEYgCw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_markets_842/fb2515c94d3a1ee37039d9a616c406c8 US en Investors representing €6.6 trillion ($6.8 trillion) of assets are calling on European officials not to scale back the bloc's ESG regulations. The planned reporting rules are essential to help asset managers and owners identify where to allocate funds. Germany wants the EU to delay the requirements, known as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, by two years and to water down several details. "(Bloomberg) -- A group of investors representing €6.6 trillion ($6.8 trillion) of assets is calling on European officials not to cave in to mounting pressure to scale back the bloc's ESG regulations. ...[+5460 chars]" 2025-02-04T14:36:29 Extreme Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXTR) Long-Term Shareholder Notice: Grabar Law Office Investigates Claims On Your Behalf Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/extreme-networks-inc-nasdaq-extr-long-term-shareholder-notice-grabar-law-office-investigates-claims-on-your-behalf https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/joshua-h-grabr.jpeg CA en Grabar Law Office is investigating claims on behalf of Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR) shareholders. The investigation concerns whether certain officers have breached their fiduciary duties owed to the company. Shareholders who have held Extreme Networks stock since on or before July 27, 2022 can seek corporate reforms, the return of funds spent defending litigation, and a court approved incentive award. "Article content PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Grabar Law Office is investigating claims on behalf of Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR) shareholders. The investigation concerns whe...[+2167 chars]" 2025-02-04T14:00:32 PPG will extend COLORFUL COMMUNITIES program through 2035 Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/ppg-will-extend-colorful-communities-program-through-2035/article_7b667caf-6ebe-57b9-82b3-08648fc3049a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/e1/ce180634-19e6-5c8d-94a3-822b074364ee/67a2235790892.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en PPG will extend its global COLORFUL COMMUNITIES program for an additional 10 years. PPG will commit $15 million to celebrate the next decade of beautifying and revitalizing communities as part of this commitment. PPG is a company that manufactures paint. PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that it will extend its global COLORFUL COMMUNITIES® program for an additional 10 years to celebrate a decade of beautifying and revitalizing communities. As part of thi...[+115 chars] 2025-02-04T13:58:02 Sustainable bond issuances hold steady in 2024 despite ESG slowdown Kabir Agarwal https://www.luxtimes.lu/businessandfinance/green-bonds-dominate-sustainable-finance-market-accounting-for-59-of-total-issuances/37504329.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/paepjx-the-luxembourg-stock-exchange-luxse-including-the-luxembourg-green-exchange-lgx-photo-pierre-sorlut/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/The%20Luxembourg%20Stock%20Exchange%20LuxSE%20including%20the%20Luxembourg%20Green%20Exchange%20LGX%20Photo%20Pierre%20Sorlut LU en Sustainable finance remained stable in 2024, with total sustainable bond issuances reaching €878 billion. Green bonds continued to dominate the market, accounting for 59% of the total sustainable bonds issuances last year. Proceeds from green bonds are used for environmental projects. While ESG-linked equities have witnessed a decline in recent years, sustainable finance remained stable in 2024, with total sustainable bond issuances reaching €878 billion, a slight increase from the...[+267 chars] 2025-02-04T13:46:00 Vanguard dilutes diversity guidelines for US board proxy voting Lamar Johnson https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vanguard-dilutes-diversity-guidelines-us-134600568.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/DNpNM_bbyS.PMIkgv03_AA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/esg_dive_474/77885e017dbd8b31519f9784d0005008 US en Vanguard has updated its proxy voting guidelines for its engagement with U.S. companies. It dilutes its board composition recommendations on diversity. The policy changes come amid a broader retreat from public ESG and DEI commitments and falling support for environmental and social shareholder proposals. "This story was originally published on ESG Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily ESG Dive newsletter. Vanguard has adjusted its proxy voting guidelines for its engageme...[+3667 chars]" 2025-02-04T13:36:38 Lassila & Tikanoja plc: Announcement of a change in shareholding according to Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Market Act https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/04/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/lassila-tikanoja-plc-announcement-of-a-change-in-shareholding-according-to-chapter-9-section-10-of-the-finnish-securities-market-act/2049648 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/04/531733.jpg PH en Nordea Funds Ltd's direct holding in Lassila & Tikanoja is 1,912,244.00 shares, which is 4.93% of the total shares and votes. L&T employs 8,160 people and its net sales in 2023 amounted to EUR 802.1 million. It is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. "Lassila & Tikanoja plc Stock exchange release 4 February 2025 3:00 pm Lassila & Tikanoja plc: Announcement of a change in shareholding according to Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Mark...[+1551 chars]" 2025-02-04T13:35:24 NSC Declares Record Dividend, Strengthens Agricultural Development Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3252170-nsc-declares-record-dividend-strengthens-agricultural-development https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_14_54_35_7405713.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The state-owned National Seeds Corporation Ltd (NSC) has announced an unprecedented final dividend of Rs 35.30 crore for the fiscal year 2023-24. The dividend cheque was officially presented to the Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Minister Chouhan emphasized the importance of providing quality seeds to farmers. The state-owned National Seeds Corporation Ltd (NSC) has announced an unprecedented final dividend of Rs 35.30 crore for the fiscal year 2023-24. This represents 5 percent of the company's net worth a...[+834 chars] 2025-02-04T13:31:03 Swiss multinational SGS to move HQ from Geneva to Zug Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/multinational-companies/swiss-multinational-sgs-to-move-hq-from-geneva-to-zug/88824415 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/02/522125730_highres.jpg?ver=644fccee&fit=1200,800 CH en SGS plans to move its headquarters from Geneva to Zug. The company employs nearly 100,000 people worldwide. It has about 150 employees in Geneva. The decision must be approved by the board of directors by the end of March. SGS's turnover amounted to CHF6.6 billion in 2023. "Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox SGS confirmed that it plans to transfer its headquarters, but the decision must be approved at the end of March by its board of directors, ac...[+2321 chars]" 2025-02-04T13:12:47 SEC reports rise in company registration in 2024, credits digital platform Back End News https://backendnews.net/sec-reports-rise-in-company-registration-in-2024-credits-digital-platform https://backendnews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Philippine-Securities-and-Exchange-Commission.png HK en The Securities and Exchange Commission registered 52,304 new companies in 2024, a 6% increase from 49,506 in 2023. The total number of SEC-registered firms is 527,710. Most of the newly registered companies were in Metro Manila, followed by Calabarzon and Central Luzon. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recorded an increase in company registrations in 2024, crediting its digital platform for making the process easier. The agency registered 52,304 new compa...[+1939 chars] 2025-02-04T13:03:39 Evolv Technology Announces the Appointment of Richard Shapiro as a New Independent Director Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/evolv-technology-announces-the-appointment-of-richard-shapiro-as-a-new-independent-director/article_ef2f1aca-5dff-5471-9d8b-febfe601fa53.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Richard Shapiro has been appointed to Evolv Technologies Holdings' Board of Directors effective February 3, 2025. Shapiro will also serve on the Board's Audit Committee. Evolva Technologies Holdings is a leading security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences. Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVLV), a leading security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, today announced the appointment of Richard S...[+117 chars] 2025-02-04T13:00:00 The Conference Board's Surprising Outlook On Corporate Citizenship Timothy J. McClimon https://www.forbes.com/sites/timothyjmcclimon/2025/02/04/the-conference-boards-surprising-outlook-on-corporate-citizenship https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a154115a77587d33b66808/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The Conference Board has just released its annual report on the state of corporate citizenship and philanthropy programs. Most companies are concerned with long-term strategic goals, which are less influenced by short-term changes. A minority of companies plan to focus more on economic opportunity and education and less on gender and racial equity initiatives in 2025. "Diversity of people in modern society. Tracking the future of corporate responsibility and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs has taken on critical importance as the Federal government se...[+4996 chars]" 2025-02-04T12:48:50 NBB Launches its Sustainable Finance Framework to Advance ESG Commitments https://www.albawaba.com/business/pr/nbb-launches-its-sustainable-finance-1599212 https://www.albawaba.com/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2025-02/Standard%20Chartered%20Logo%20.jpg?itok=d2LSOpCK JO en The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has unveiled its Sustainable Finance Framework, a guide linking the Bank's financing initiatives to its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy. The framework was developed in collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank Bahrain as the Sustainability Structuring Advisor. The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has unveiled its Sustainable Finance Framework, a comprehensive guide linking the Bank's financing initiatives to its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) str...[+2964 chars] 2025-02-04T12:43:00 Eversource Energy Boosts Shareholder Value With 5.2% Dividend Hike https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/eversource-energy-boosts-shareholder-value-with-5-2-dividend-hike/ar-AA1yohJ4 US en Eversource Energy's board of directors has increased dividends by 5.2%. The new quarterly dividend will be 75.25 cents per share compared with the previous quarter's 71.5 cents. The current dividend yield is 4.89%, higher than the Zacks S&P 500 composite's average of 1.19%. The company is currently focused on upgrading its electric distribution and transmission infrastructure. It plans to invest nearly $15.5 billion in electric and natural gas distribution networks and $5.4 billion in the electric transmission segment. The company sold its South Fork and Revolution Wind projects to Global Infrastructure Partners in September 2024. Eversource Energy ES announced that its board of directors has increased dividends by 5.2%. Following the board's approval, the share price rose 2.1% from Jan. 29, 2025. The new quarterly dividend wil...[+3016 chars] 2025-02-04T12:31:22 YouGov ousts boss after investor pressure over share slump PA News Agency https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/national/24908652.yougov-ousts-boss-investor-pressure-share-slump https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/resources/images/19050839.jpg?type=og-image GB en YouGov's shares have dropped by more than half since Steve Hatch became CEO in 2023. Activist shareholder Gatemore Capital wrote to the firm's board last month calling for him to be replaced. Mr Hatch has left the company with immediate effect and will be replaced by current chairman and previous chief executive Stephan Shakespeare on an interim basis. "Shares in the company have dropped by more than half since he became chief executive in 2023. The London-listed company, which is well known for its political polling, said Mr Hatch has left the compa...[+1976 chars]" 2025-02-04T12:24:43 YouGov ousts boss after investor pressure over share slump Henry Saker-Clark https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/yougov-ousts-boss-investor-pressure-122443055.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/4CfI8CV7FBc1MgvEeqroXQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/snappa.ukfinance/782051401f23946f3498396fa61b83b4 US en Steve Hatch has stepped down as CEO of YouGov. Activist shareholder Gatemore Capital wrote to the firm's board last month calling for him to be replaced. Mr Hatch has left the company with immediate effect and will be replaced by current chairman, and previous chief executive Stephan Shakespeare on an interim basis. "YouGov (YOU.L) boss Steve Hatch has stepped down from the research firm after criticism of its performance by activist investors. Shares in the company have dropped by more than half since he became c...[+2139 chars]" 2025-02-04T12:20:10 "After Signa Failure: Greens Criticise ""Obstructionist Attitude of the ÖVP""" Akt. https://www.vol.at/after-signa-failure-greens-criticise-obstructionist-attitude-of-the-ovp/9198310 https://www.vol.at/2025/02/Artikelbilder-Robert209-4-3-001205904-1205x904.jpg AT en "Tomaselli criticises the ""blockade attitude"" of the ÖVP. Nina Tomaselli is calling for severe penalties for not submitting balance sheets of up to five percent of global turnover and a consolidation requirement for all affiliated companies. The Greens also want to tackle the issue of foundations and stricter tax regulations for luxury real estate." "Tomaselli sieht nach der Signa-Pleite den Gesetzgeber am Zug. ©APA/Canva The Greens, following the Signa bankruptcy and the pre-trial detention of Rene Benko, see the legislator as having the responsi...[+2262 chars]" 2025-02-04T12:16:07 Expro Group Holdings N.V. Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/expro-group-holdings-n-v-schedules-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-earnings-release-and/article_335519bd-b1a0-53d0-9bd4-384bb69e0715.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Expro Group Holdings N.V. will hold a conference call on February 25, 2025 to discuss results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. The conference call is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. Central Time. A press release regarding the results will be issued before the market opens and the slides will be posted to the investor relations section of the Expro website in advance of the conference call. "HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 4, 2025-- Expro Group Holdings N.V. (NYSE: XPRO) ('Expro' or the 'Company') will hold a conference call on February 25, 2025 to discuss results for the fourth quarter and...[+4242 chars]" 2025-02-04T12:15:02 Cork Chamber unveils Strategic Plan 2025-2028 to propel regional growth John Bohane https://www.independent.ie/regionals/cork/news/cork-chamber-unveils-strategic-plan-2025-2028-to-propel-regional-growth/a305309562.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/olGQMwgRlqtLzEWH8hE1ka5wjLg=/629x460/smart/prod-mh-ireland/51a0c531-7582-4b55-85b0-323ea191deb0/54d4dd8a-d246-4230-a295-e7ea2672a27c/51a0c531-7582-4b55-85b0-323ea191deb0.jpg IE en Cork Chamber recently launched its Strategic Plan 2025-2028. The plan outlines a roadmap to drive economic, social and sustainable development in the Cork region. Cork Chamber represents 1,200 businesses, employing 130,000 people across the city and county. Its members operate in professional services, ICT, financial services, manufacturing, agrifood, life sciences, tourism, utilities, renewables and more. "Corkman Cork Chamber recently launched its Strategic Plan 2025-2028, outlining a roadmap to drive economic, social and sustainable development in the Cork region. Cork Chamber, the voice of business i...[+2776 chars]" 2025-02-04T12:08:00 Toward gender balance on company boards Roula Salourou https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1260578/toward-gender-balance-on-company-boards https://www.ekathimerini.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/women_web-960x600.jpg?v=1737530512 GR en At least three out of 10 members of the boards of directors of listed companies will soon have to be women. The bill by the Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family submitted to Parliament sets as its main objective the reduction of inequality in gender representation in management positions of companies. According to data from the European Institute for Gender Equality for Greece, the percentage of women/men on boards of large listed companies amounts to 25%/75% in favor of men. At least three out of 10 members of the boards of directors of listed companies will soon have to be women, as a bill by the Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family submitted to Parliament sets as its ...[+2181 chars] 2025-02-04T12:07:16 Study: Green business leaders worry ESG backlash fears risk weakening ambition Beverley Cornaby https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409664/study-green-business-leaders-worry-esg-backlash-fears-risk-weakening-ambition https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/d25688f/e74d8a12-578d-444b-82f1-f1b456c80b30/14/iStock-1695692280-370x229.jpg GB en 's sustainability executives fear colleagues may be weakening their ESG ambitions and commitments. There are fears that ESG initiatives risk stoking a political debate. Â y y y y y. y. Y More than half of sustainability executives quizzed in a survey believe many of their colleagues may be weakening their ESG ambitions and commitments amid fears that such initiatives risk stoking a po...[+10 chars] 2025-02-04T12:03:57 EnviroGold Global Achieves Major Process Optimisation Breakthrough, Doubling Project Economics and Enhancing Environmental Performance Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/envirogold-global-achieves-major-process-optimisation-breakthrough-doubling-project-economics-and-enhancing-environmental-performance https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1MjMxMSM2NzMwODE5IzIwODk1NTU= CA en EnviroGold Global Limited has doubled project NPV 10 and internal rate of return following process optimisation and pre-concentration test work for a US based client. Pre-Concentration achieved 87% gold recovery into 27.8% of the initial mass. Other targeted metals achieved 78% recovery. TORONTO, Feb. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and tai...[+331 chars] 2025-02-04T12:00:00 ASSEMBLY EUROPE ACHIEVES B CORP CERTIFICATION Assembly https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/corporate_social_responsibility/assembly-europe-achieves-b-corp-certification/article_d66faab2-a718-569a-b6c1-f97ce517b0b7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/7a/b7ae9fe4-b458-5cb4-a98e-67e0b0ba2d39/67a204f22f782.image.jpg?crop=640%2C336%2C0%2C11&resize=640%2C336&order=crop%2Cresize US en Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) Agency Aligns Purpose, Profit and Performance, Driving Higher Standard s for Media Agencies. Assembly, a global media agency committed to sustainable innovation, announced today its achievement of B Corp Certification in Europe. It is one of over 9,000 B Corps worldwide. "Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) Agency Aligns Purpose, Profit and Performance, Driving Higher Standard s for Media Agencies LONDON, Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Assembly, a global media agency committed to su...[+304 chars]" 2025-02-04T11:49:09 LSE chief: Reopening diversity and inclusion debate ‘infuriates me' Dominic McGrath https://www.businesspost.ie/news/lse-chief-reopening-diversity-and-inclusion-debate-infuriates-me https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=d5bd91b6-cc06-519b-8d75-7a66d44c70e3&type=preview&function=original IE en Julia Hoggett became the first openly gay chief executive officer of the London Stock Exchange in 2021. She told an Irish Embassy event that the exchange would not be backsliding on diversity and inclusion policies, regardless of the shift in US policy on this matter. "News LSE chief: Reopening diversity and inclusion debate 'infuriates me' Julia Hoggett told an Irish Embassy event that the London Stock Exchange would not be backsliding on DEI policies, regardless o...[+145 chars]" 2025-02-04T11:46:33 Descartes Sets Date to Announce Fiscal 2025 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Financial Results Globe Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/descartes-sets-date-to-announce-fiscal-2025-fourth-quarter-and-year-end-financial-results/article_2a1b834b-4da1-584c-b3ff-1b577c6ca034.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Descartes Systems Group is scheduled to report its fiscal 2024 fourth-quarter and year-end financial results after market close on March 5, 2025. The executive management team will hold a conference call to discuss the company's financial results at 5:30 PM ET on Wednesday, March 5. WATERLOO, Ontario and ATLANTA, Feb. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Descartes Systems Group (TSX: DSG) (Nasdaq: DSGX), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, is schedule...[+376 chars] 2025-02-04T11:24:27 Ashok Leyland Tops Sustainalytics' ESG Risk Rating for Heavy Machinery and Trucks in Q3 FY25 Suvasit Shrivastava https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/ashok-leyland-tops-sustainalytics-esg-risk-rating-for-heavy-machinery-and-trucks-in-q3-fy25 https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2023-02/9edbbe3a-6a71-48cf-b1a3-4b29e408b3bb/FCEV_1.jpg IN en Ashok Leyland has been ranked No. 1 globally in Sustainalytics' ESG Risk Rating for the Heavy Machinery and Trucks sector in Q3 FY25. This recognition highlights the company's unwavering commitment to sustainability, which is a core principle of its corporate philosophy. Ashok Leyland, the leading commercial vehicle manufacturer and Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group, has been ranked No. 1 globally in Sustainalytics' ESG Risk Rating for the Heavy Machinery and Truck...[+2037 chars] 2025-02-04T11:23:38 TERNA ENERGY: Masdar's Public Offer at the Upper End of Valuation Range Σύνταξη https://www.in.gr/2025/02/04/english-edition/terna-energy-masdars-public-offer-upper-end-valuation-range https://www.in.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/masdar2-620x350.jpg GR en Masdar's public offer for the remaining 29.57% of TERNA ENERGY's shares listed on the Athens Stock Exchange is positioned at the upper end of the company's valuation. Masdar's offer price exceeds the weighted average stock price of the six months preceding the obligation to submit a public offer by 3.5%. If Masdar acquires 100% of the shares (118,355,090 shares), he will propose delisting the company from the Athens Exchange. "Masdar's public offer for the remaining 29.57% of TERNA ENERGY's shares listed on the Athens Stock Exchange is positioned at the upper end of the company's valuation. This conclusion was reached by TE...[+1976 chars]" 2025-02-04T11:22:52 Major investors worth €6.6tr urge EU to stand firm on sustainability disclosure rules Elsa Wenzel https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4409666/major-investors-worth-eur-6tr-urge-eu-stand-firm-sustainability-disclosure-rules https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/88fa343/2767ccbd-c92b-4799-ac8d-7b7885e20c2b/6/iStock-2162222363-370x229.jpg GB en More than 160 investors collectively manage €6.6tr in assets have today urged the European Commission not to weaken proposed sustainability disclosure requirements for large companies doing business in Europe. The statement is backed by 162 investors and almost 40 other organisations, including Legal & General Investment Management, Mirova, Degroof Petercam Asset Management, Triodos Bank, CDP, the Ellen Macarthur Foundation, and the National Trust. More than 160 investors collectively managing €6.6tr in assets have today urged the European Commission not to weaken proposed sustainability disclosure requirements for large companies doing business...[+5619 chars] 2025-02-04T11:08:58 Target Sued Over DEI Sean O'Driscoll https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/news/target-sued-over-dei/ar-AA1ynKsN US en Target shareholders are suing the company for failing to predict the backlash to its diversity program. The complaint was filed in a Florida court on January 31 by the City of Riviera Beach Police Pension Fund. It follows a major drop in Target's share price after the boycott. On January 24, Target ended its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative. "Target shareholders are suing the company for failing to predict the backlash to its diversity program. Newsweek sought email comment from Target on Tuesday. The case stems from a major consumer backl...[+2849 chars]" 2025-02-04T10:58:11 Redefine raises bar for ESG with global recognition AKANI CHAUKE https://www.cajnewsafrica.com/2025/02/04/redefine-raises-bar-for-esg-with-global-recognition https://www.cajnewsafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screenshot-2023-07-18-at-07.56.18-65x65.png ZA en Redefine Properties is the only South African real estate investment trust (REIT) featured in Sustainalytics' Global 50 Top-Rated ESG companies. Redefine received a risk rating of 6,5 and is ranked 35th out of 15 111 companies rated by S sustainabilityalytics worldwide and 12th in the real estate category. "by AKANI CHAUKE JOHANNESBURG, (CAJ News) – REDEFINE Properties believes it has raised the standards for environmental, social and governance (ESG) with global recognition. The Johannesburg Stock Excha...[+1367 chars]" 2025-02-04T10:51:55 Peter Magyar Keeps Making Promises and Failing to Deliver Máté Patrik https://hirado.hu/2025/02/04/peter-magyar-keeps-making-promises-and-failing-to-deliver https://cdn.magyarnemzet.hu/2025/02/B0w1zxsoHxXRLJemUdtKiqe4Vt73pfc36WmruBmhirI/fill/1347/758/no/1/aHR0cHM6Ly9jbXNjZG4uYXBwLmNvbnRlbnQucHJpdmF0ZS9jb250ZW50LzM1MjNhNGNlNzJhNjQ3NmVhOGEzNGNkMzVlOTkyZWNk.jpg HU en Peter Magyar wants to change Hungary's asset declaration system if his party comes to power. The current system is among the strictest in the entire European Union. The Tisza leader is subject to far more regulations than MEPs, who have a much easier task of declaring their assets. "Jobban mondva - heti véleményhírlevél - ahol a hét kiemelt témáihoz fűzött személyes gondolatok összeérnek, részletek itt. Feliratkozom a hírlevélre Peter Magyar has made yet another absurd and hard-t...[+3414 chars]" 2025-02-04T10:45:17 State regulators target oil and gas companies for submitting hundreds of falsified reports: 'The public needs to know' Simon Sage https://www.yahoo.com/news/state-regulators-target-oil-gas-104517956.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Mx_4Rzt2ZEhvYHqcpOV2Kg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/6b403902ee634764afde0e76756c8127 US en Colorado's Energy and Carbon Management Commission found falsified emissions data for 344 oil wells submitted by Chevron and Oxy via their contractors. Civitas also filed an unnamed number of false reports. The commission is the body that makes rules for oil and gas production and engages in enforcement based on incoming reports. Colorado's Energy and Carbon Management Commission recently flagged falsified emissions data for 344 oil wells submitted by corporate giants Chevron and Oxy via their contractors. Another company, Civ...[+2618 chars] 2025-02-04T10:30:08 New report reveals significantly fewer college recruitment opportunities for one major industry: 'We're delighted to see [it]' Mandy Carr https://www.yahoo.com/news/report-reveals-significantly-fewer-college-103008287.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/phi1rXoQIdoSTa5Cz7LMGQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/5b5d41df8c0d3ab9b3f3c196e6349794 US en People and Planet's annual survey of sustainability and ethics in higher education found a 30% rise in the number of institutions stopping fossil fuel companies from taking part in graduate fairs this year. People and Planet survey ranked 149 UK universities based on 14 criteria linked to climate and social justice. Universities that opened in 1992 and later are leading the way in the change. High schools are also divesting from dirty energy companies. Nueva School in San Francisco, where students negotiated with the board for six years before it pledged to divest and reinvest in green energy. "While young people are demanding that universities divest from oil companies, universities are also banning the companies from recruitment fairs. According to the Guardian, ""student campaign group Peo...[+2409 chars]" 2025-02-04T10:25:54 YouGov boss exits after pressure from activist investor Gatemore MIKE SHEEN https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/markets/article-14358249/YouGov-boss-exits-pressure-activist-investor-Gatemore.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/04/09/94838977-0-image-a-31_1738661741893.jpg GB en Steve Hatch will step down as CEO of YouGov with immediate effect. Activist investoratemore Capital Management wants YouGov to sell up and exit London's AIM market at a 'healthy premium' YouGov shares have fallen 70% over the last 12 months and are almost 80% below their all-time high. "YouGov chief executive Steve Hatch will step down with immediate effect following pressure form an activist investor. Gatemore Capital Management disclosed a position in YouGov in November to demand t...[+2708 chars]" 2025-02-04T10:25:54 YouGov boss exits after pressure from activist investor Gatemore Mike Sheen https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/markets/article-14358249/YouGov-boss-exits-pressure-activist-investor-Gatemore.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/02/04/09/94838977-0-image-a-31_1738661741893.jpg GB en Steve Hatch will step down as CEO of YouGov with immediate effect. Activist investoratemore Capital Management wants YouGov to sell up and exit London's AIM market at a 'healthy premium' YouGov shares have fallen 70% in the last 12 months and 80% since the end of 2021. "YouGov chief executive Steve Hatch will step down with immediate effect following pressure form an activist investor. Gatemore Capital Management disclosed a position in YouGov in November to demand t...[+2772 chars]" 2025-02-04T10:23:33 UBS Says Swiss Capital Rule Would Mean Higher Profit Retention Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/ubs-says-swiss-capital-rule-would-mean-higher-profit-retention/88823523 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/wp-content/uploads/swissinfo-theme/swi-fallback-featured-image.jpg?ver=1738663698 CH en UBS Group AG says it would have to fund any new capital requirement from the Swiss government through higher profit retention. The reforms to the Swiss Too-Big-to-Fail regulations could result in an extra requirement of up to $25 billion. UBS Chief Executive Officer Sergio Ermotti says there's no easy fix to resolve the uncertainty surrounding UBS's distribution plans. (Bloomberg) — UBS Group AG says it would have to fund any new capital requirement from the Swiss government through higher profit retention, according to the bank's Chief Financial Officer Todd Tuckne...[+975 chars] 2025-02-04T09:52:05 Signa: Greens accuse ÖVP of 'blockade attitude' Nachrichten https://www.krone.at/3677595 https://imgl.krone.at/scaled/3677582/v8e7566/og_image.jpg AT en Tomaselli wants to take legal action against accounting tricks and foundation hide-and-seek games. Greens want severe penalties for not submitting balance sheets of up to five percent of global turnover and a consolidation obligation for all affiliated companies. Green politician wants stricter tax regulations for luxury real estate. "Above all, Tomaselli wants to take legal action against accounting tricks and ""foundation hide-and-seek games"". The Green politician largely repeated the accusations she had already made against Benko...[+1798 chars]" 2025-02-04T09:38:00 How to apply for the Sinclair Diversity Scholarship SBG San Antonio https://news4sanantonio.com/news/local/how-to-apply-for-the-sinclair-diversity-scholarship-san-antonio-texas-college-university-program-tuition-assistance-broadcast-instustry https://news4sanantonio.com/resources/media2/16x9/1875/986/508x153/90/0d80627d-1b2b-4bd4-80d5-6a65cf134db9-GettyImages1988188005.jpg US en Sinclair's annual Diversity Scholarship program is now accepting applications for the 2025 academic year. The deadline for submission is April 30, 2025. Applicants must be a current college sophomore or junior at an accredited four-year undergraduate college or university in the United States. Students from anywhere in the US may apply at www.sbgi.net/scholarship. BALTIMORE – Sinclair announced that the company's annual Diversity Scholarship program is now accepting applications for the 2025 academic year. Having provided nearly $400,000 in tuition assistance s...[+1076 chars] 2025-02-04T09:22:11 Data centres in Singapore exploring clean energy options, including nuclear reactors Nasyrah Abdul Rohim https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/data-centres-singapore-exploring-clean-energy-options-including-nuclear-reactors-4914581 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--8KGcy9-V--/fl_relative,g_south_east,l_mediacorp:cna:watermark:2021-08:cna,w_0.1/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/02/04/screenshot_2025-02-04_094108.png?itok=uSX3U8S6 SG en In Singapore, data centre operators are exploring hydrogen and solar power for their increasing needs and to cut carbon emissions. Equinix operates six data centres in Singapore. It is also looking at the possibility of using small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) to generate power in the future. SMRs can be up and running much faster than conventional nuclear plants. "In Singapore, many operators are exploring hydrogen and solar power for their increasing needs and to cut carbon emissions. Some are also looking at the option of nuclear reactors, but industry watche...[+4957 chars]" 2025-02-04T09:21:18 Kingspan moves to takeover Nordic Waterproofing with offer worth €48.5 million Megan O'Brien https://www.businesspost.ie/markets/kingspan-moves-to-takeover-nordic-waterproofing-with-offer-worth-e48-5-million https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=6258ebde-be9d-5e70-939b-98f519e6f6e3&type=preview&function=original IE en Kingspan offers shareholders €15.90 per share in cash for Nordic Waterproofing. Kingspan is already the majority stakeholder in the company and has already made an offer worth €48.5 million to take over the majority shareholding. "M&A Kingspan moves to takeover Nordic Waterproofing with offer worth €48.5 million Kingspan, which already holds a majority stake in the firm, has offered shareholders €15.90 per share in cash Megan O...[+143 chars]" 2025-02-04T09:06:01 ASSEMBLY ACHIEVES B CORP CERTIFICATION™ IN APAC Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/04/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/assembly-achieves-b-corp-certification-in-apac/2049397 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/04/531417.jpg PH en Assembly APAC has achieved B Corp Certification in just over 12 months. It is also working towards B Corp status in India, MENA and North America. B Lab is a nonprofit organisation that rigorously evaluates companies based on their impact across key areas, including governance, employee well-being and community engagement. "HONG KONG , Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Assembly APAC, a leading media agency committed to sustainable innovation, announced today its achievement of B Corp Certification™. This milestone underscores...[+3651 chars]" 2025-02-04T08:56:23 Labor's bid to have 82 per cent renewables by 2030 questioned by leading business group as energy costs continue to rise Patrick Staveley https://www.skynews.com.au/business/energy/labors-bid-to-have-82-per-cent-renewables-by-2030-questioned-by-australian-chamber-of-commerce-and-industry-as-energy-costs-continue-to-rise/news-story/baede0f5278edd7af0bb05845befe55b https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/aa75471c1da84e301384a4ac6cd5c495 AU en The Albanese government's goal of making the national electricity sector 82 per cent renewables by 2030 has come under fire. The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is concerned it may be unachievable. Shadow energy minister Ted O'Brien claims the government has not released its climate target for 2035. The Albanese government's goal of making the national electricity sector 82 per cent renewables by 2030 has come under fire, with the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry raising concerns it ma...[+2860 chars] 2025-02-04T08:43:31 Nettlinx Ltd Board Approves ₹85 Crore Fundraising via Preferential Issue of Warrants DC Correspondent https://www.deccanchronicle.com/business/nettlinx-ltd-board-approves-85-crore-fundraising-via-preferential-issue-of-warrants-1858893 https://www.deccanchronicle.com/h-upload/2025/02/04/1887625-hjhgj.jpg IN en Nettlinx Limited, a leading player in the internet infrastructure and services sector, has announced that its Board of Directors has approved a preferential issue of warrants amounting to ₹85 crore. The preferential allotment will be made to identified non-promoter investors in accordance with SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018. 25% of the warrant issue price will be paid upfront at the time of subscription and allotment. The remaining 75% will be payable upon the exercise of warrants within 18 months from the date of allotment, and the upfront amount will be forfeited by the company. The Board has decided to convene an Extraordinary General Meeting Hyderabad, February 4, 2025: Nettlinx Limited, a leading player in the internet infrastructure and services sector, has announced that its Board of Directors has approved a preferential issue of warra...[+1827 chars] 2025-02-04T08:43:24 Green finance to be unlocked Anderson Tan https://vir.com.vn/green-finance-to-be-unlocked-122285.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/022025/04/15/croped/green-finance-to-be-unlocked-20250204154031.jpg?randTime=1738668446 VN en Vietnam's government is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Green finance provides financial support for projects that offer environmental benefits. Vietnam can adopt cutting-edge green finance solutions that address both global trends and local needs. It can leverage public-private partnerships to co-develop sustainable infrastructure projects, drawing from Malaysia's success. Vietnam has undergone substantial socioeconomic transformation in recent decades. However, rapid industrialisation and urbanisation have resulted in significant environmental impacts, including rising...[+4742 chars] 2025-02-04T08:18:43 'The transition to a more sustainable economy is well under way' https://delano.lu/article/the-transition-to-a-more-sustainable-economy-is-well-under-way https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/the-transition-to-a-more-sustainable-economy-is-well-under-way/0.5/0.5/600/400/701177.png LU en The transition to a sustainable economy is well under way. Many countries have implemented a range of measures to meet the climate challenge. Luxembourg Stock Exchange has been particularly committed to this approach for many years. In 2024, 660 new sustainable bonds totalling €268bn were listed on the Luxembourg Green Exchange (LGX). LGX comprises more than 2,200 companies. The transition to a sustainable economy is well under way. Following the Paris Agreement, many countries have implemented a range of measures to meet the climate challenge. And if, recently, certain d...[+5293 chars] 2025-02-04T08:14:35 Investors Urge EU To Keep Green Rules In Face Of Trump Turmoil David Vetter https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidrvetter/2025/02/04/investors-urge-eu-to-keep-green-rules-in-face-of-trump-turmoil https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a0ec0c256f6a69a946b54f/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=2748,1832,x247,y268,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en More than 200 investor groups and financial institutions have urged the EU not to water down green finance rules. They argue that Europe's sustainability regulations provide a stabilizing counterweight to the unpredictability of the regime of returning U.S. President Donald Trump. Speculation that the European Commission could try to weaken EU financial reporting requirements has intensified since Trump's return to the White House. "U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen prior to ... [+] their meeting at the World Economic Forum in Davos in January 2020. More than 200 investor g...[+4035 chars]" 2025-02-04T07:57:57 Assembly Achieves B Corp Certification in APAC Emphasizing Commitment to Sustainability Bia Staff https://www.brandinginasia.com/assembly-achieves-b-corp-certification-in-apac-emphasizing-commitment-to-sustainability https://www.brandinginasia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Sustainability-.webp JP en Assembly APAC has achieved B Corp Certification in just over 12 months. The agency has already secured B Corp status in Europe and is working towards certification in India, MENA, and North America. B Corp certification assesses companies based on governance, employee well-being, community impact, and environmental responsibility. Assembly APAC has announced its achievement of B Corp Certification, signifying its commitment to balancing profit with purpose and driving social and environmental impact. The certification aligns wi...[+2185 chars] 2025-02-04T07:40:01 TPG's $3.75b pets-and-vets biz Greencross road tests IPO Sarah Thompson https://www.afr.com/street-talk/tpg-s-3-75b-pets-and-vets-biz-greencross-road-tests-ipo-20250204-p5l9iz https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.5284%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_902%2C$y_169/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/4d59472130d01ca72d78e11231fb5189fbba8668 AU en TPG Capital's dealmakers are looking at an ASX listing for their pet and vet business. The company had a failed $3.75 billion sale of Greencross to listed distributor EBOS in late 2023. TPG has this year started exploring an initial public offering of the business. Private capital juggernaut TPG Capital's dealmakers are done licking their wounds over a failed $3.75 billion sale of Greencross to listed distributor EBOS in late 2023, and ready to look at the ASX w...[+437 chars] 2025-02-04T07:11:58 Correction: Holding(s) in Company https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/04/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/correction-holdings-in-company/2049372 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/04/531336.png PH en Issuing correction to information in section 12 of the standard form for notification of major holdings done in Virginia, USA on 30 January 2025. Issuing the form is in accordance with the requirements of the Transparency (Directive 2004/109/EC) Regulations 2007, the Central Bank of Ireland's Transparency Rules of 17 December 2014, and the EU Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/761 of December 2014. "Issuing correction to information in section 12: Standard Form TR- 1 Standard form for notification of major holdings Done in Virginia, USA on 30 January 2025. Notes i . Persons completing this form s...[+4117 chars]" 2025-02-04T07:02:40 Clorox Co (CLX) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strategic Moves and Challenges Ahead Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/clorox-co-clx-q2-2025-070240113.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/d74aa20e2482e53de3bc48e63168aa5f US en Clorox Co (NYSE:CLX) is confident in its ability to rebuild gross margins to 44% this fiscal year and aims to expand EBIT margins by 25 to 50 basis points annually starting in fiscal year 2026. Clorox is assuming full control of its Glad business, which is expected to drive innovation and value creation. The company expects a noisy Q4 due to the ERP transition, which will impact sales and inventory levels. M&A remains a consideration, but only for accretive opportunities. "Release Date: February 03, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Clorox Co (NYSE:CLX) is confident in its ability to rebuild gross m...[+3475 chars]" 2025-02-04T06:27:02 Maaden authorizes board to offer debt instruments Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1787136 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/420cb0df-ea67-4ae5-a334-b3c1228c648f.png SA en Saudi Arabian Mining Co.'s shareholders in an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) on Feb. 3 granted the board of directors the authority to offer debt instruments of all types, including without limitation sukuk and bonds. The offering shall be by means of private or public offerings, directly or through one or more special purpose entities. Saudi Arabian Mining Co.'s (Maaden) shareholders in an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) on Feb. 3 granted the board of directors the authority to offer debt instruments of all types, including with...[+1369 chars] 2025-02-04T05:27:31 Harbour Energy plc's (LON:HBR) 3.5% loss last week hit both individual investors who own 40% as well as institutions Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/harbour-energy-plcs-lon-hbr-052731286.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/fef15a04bcb8e7f05d317d73670619f7 US en The top 3 shareholders in Harbour Energy plc (LON:HBR) own 51% of the company. 29% of Harbour Energy is held by institutions. The second and third largest shareholders hold 7.2% and 4.3%. The CEO Linda Cook directly holds 0.5%. Private equity firms hold a 7% stake. The general public holds a 19%. "The considerable ownership by public companies in Harbour Energy indicates that they collectively have a greater say in management and business strategy The top 3 shareholders own 51% of the company 2...[+5829 chars]" 2025-02-04T04:44:43 Japan to allow firms to hold online-only shareholder meetings Jiji https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/02/04/japan-online-shareholders-meet https://www.japantimes.co.jp/japantimes/uploads/images/2025/02/04/450194.jpg?v=3.1 JP en Justice Minister Keisuke Suzuki will seek advice from the Legislative Council on revising the companies law to allow businesses to hold online-only shareholders' meetings. The proposed amendment will also include rules on measures to reduce the risk of canceling a resolution in the event of a communications failure. Legislative Council will discuss a proposed system to allow companies to check information on beneficial shareholders. Justice Minister Keisuke Suzuki said Tuesday he will seek advice from the Legislative Council on the idea of revising the companies law to fully allow businesses to hold online-only shareholders' meet...[+1442 chars] 2025-02-04T04:35:44 AI angst - workers fear bosses will prioritise profit Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8883907/ai-angst-workers-fear-bosses-will-prioritise-profit https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/8b3f579e-f2ae-4530-a3f5-b9c49e0e65fd.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en """Only one third of employees say there are clear principles, guidelines and ethics in place for the use of AI tools. When senior executives are asked, more than half of them say they are in place. ""When it comes to AI tools, only one in three employees say they have clear principles and guidelines in place.""" """Only one third of employees say there are clear principles, guidelines and ethics in place for the use of AI tools ... but when you ask senior executives, more than half of them say they are in place...[+2 chars]" 2025-02-04T04:32:00 Govt Reacts to Review of Meetings, Documents Changes Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/govt-reacts-to-review-of-meetings-documents-1402147 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1545225383-f5596b804c22%3Fixid%3DMnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1055%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en The Government has tabled in Parliament its response to the independent review of legislative amendments made in 2021 and 2022 to provide for virtual company meetings and the electronic distribution, signing and execution of company documents. The Government has accepted or accepted in principle all the recommendations of the independent panel. Today, the Government tabled in Parliament its response to the independent review of legislative amendments made in 2021 and 2022 to provide for virtual company meetings and the electronic distributio...[+1550 chars] 2025-02-04T03:59:00 Sebi proposes Digital Assurance Report of financial statements ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-proposes-digital-assurance-report-of-financial-statements/articleshow/117898595.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117898600,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-32690,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi proposes mandating a digital assurance report of financial statements for top 100 listed companies. ICAI has already issued a guide on digital assurance to its members to adopt enhanced use of technology in auditing. (ETMarkets WhatsApp channel) "Mumbai: The Sebi has proposed mandating a digital assurance report of financial statements for top 100 listed companies . ""The report will increase transparency, improve disclosure standards and enabl...[+353 chars]" 2025-02-04T03:01:23 Policy coherence vital for meaningful economic transformation: experts Sarah B. Haider https://www.dawn.com/news/1889568/policy-coherence-vital-for-meaningful-economic-transformation-experts https://www.dawn.com/_img/social-default.jpg PK en Experts and policymakers have gathered at a seminar on 'Policy Coherence for Economic Transformation' organised by Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI). Dr Shamshad Akhter, former Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan and Chairperson of the Board of Directors at the Pakistan Stock Exchange, highlighted that policy coherence is fundamental for meaningful economic transformation. Dr Adeel Malik, Global Fellow in the Economies of Muslim Societies, Oxford University, said that Pakistan possesses expertise in policy design but faces challenges in execution. "ISLAMABAD: Experts and policymakers on Monday stressed that achieving sustainable economic transformation required overcoming long-standing structural inefficiencies and ensuring inclusivity. They had...[+2108 chars]" 2025-02-04T02:33:59 Sabah Timber Industries Association praises Sabah Forestry Department for proactive approach Juiceapac Web Development Team https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/251406/sabah-timber-industries-association-praises-sabah-forestry-department-for-proactive-approach https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/02/Tan_Kugan.jpg MY en Tan congratulates Chief Conservator of Forest, Datuk Frederick Kugan and his team on the kick-off meeting & soft launch for the Revision of Sabah TLAS Project aimed at aligning with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. STIA conducted several ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) training sessions to guide industry players in integrating ESG principles into their manufacturing operations. "Published on: Tuesday, February 04, 2025 Published on: Tue, Feb 04, 2025 By: Hayati Dzulkifli Text Size: 'We congratulate the Chief Conservator of Forest, Datuk Frederick Kugan (right) and his team an...[+3288 chars]" 2025-02-04T02:19:06 Sabah Timber Industries Association committed to 400k forest target Juiceapac Web Development Team https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/251404/sabah-timber-industries-association-committed-to-400k-forest-target https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/02/STIA.jpg MY en Sabah Timber Industries Association (STIA) reaffirmed its commitment to support the State Government's forest plantation target of planting 400,000 hectares as outlined in the Forest Plantation Development Action Plan (2022–2036). The initiative aims to reduce reliance on natural tropical forests by shifting to sustainably planted timber. STIA continues to actively participate in the '100 Million Tree Planting Campaign' by participating in more tree planting activities. "Published on: Tuesday, February 04, 2025 Published on: Tue, Feb 04, 2025 By: Hayati Dzulkifli Text Size: Tan (4th left, seated) posing with some participants in an Industry Training on ESG Framework f...[+3544 chars]" 2025-02-04T02:00:00 Endeavour Announces Total voting rights https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6028701 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The total number of voting rights in the Company is 243,578,697. Endeavour Mining plc is one of the world's senior gold producers and the largest in West Africa. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange. "ENDEAVOUR ANNOUNCES TOTAL VOTING RIGHTS London, 03 February 2025 – Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV) ('the Company') The following notification is made in accordance with the UK Financial Conduc...[+1658 chars]" 2025-02-04T00:28:04 UK activist group to block Shein's listing for alleged forced labor in China Jurist https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/uk_activist_group_to_block_shein_8217s_listing_for_alleged_f https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dEK0IlgcEkY/0.jpg US en Stop Uyghur Genocide (SUG) will lodge a judicial review against the Financial Conduct Authority if it approves Shein's initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange. SUG wants to explain company profits in light of proceeds of crime laws. UK activist group Stop Uyghur Genocide (SUG) will lodge a judicial review against the Financial Conduct Authority if it approves Shein's initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange (LSE...[+103 chars] 2025-02-04T00:21:34 Xander Announces Listed Issuer Financing Exemption Private Placement ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/xander-announces-listed-issuer-financing-exemption-private-placement/article_e69e9b46-d4f0-5e2e-b887-2f754038c35e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Xander Resources Inc. intends to complete a non-brokered private placement of up to 663,600 common shares at a price of $0.19 per Share for gross proceeds of $126,084. The offer is subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange. "NOT FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OR FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / February 3, 2025 / Xander Resources Inc. (""Xander"" or the ""Company"")(TSXV:XND...[+297 chars]" 2025-02-04T00:13:05 SGI launches second IPO bid Korea Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/SGI_launches_second_IPO_bid https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/[] US en Seoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI) is making a second attempt to debut on the benchmark KOSPI by significantly lowering its public offering price. The company has made efforts to enhance its corporate value through external consulting since April and is committed to successfully completing its stock listing. Seoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI) headquarters in Seoul / Courtesy of SGIBy Jun Ji-hyeSeoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI) is making a second attempt to debut on the benchmark KOSPI by significantly lowering...[+199 chars] 2025-02-04T00:01:23 Government urges provinces to strengthen Community Share Ownership Schemes The Chronicle https://www.chronicle.co.zw/government-urges-provinces-to-strengthen-community-share-ownership-schemes https://www.chronicle.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/02/hhhh.jpg KZ en The Government wants provinces to strengthen and effectively implement Community Share Ownership Schemes (CSOS). CSOS are Government-initiated structures designed to bridge the gap between mining companies and local communities. Their mandate is to drive socio-economic development in mining areas by reinvesting a portion of mining revenues into public infrastructure and social services. "Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu, [email protected] THE Government has called on provinces to strengthen and effectively implement Community Share Ownership Schemes (CSOS) to ensure that local communities dir...[+4383 chars]" 2025-02-04T00:00:00 Tata Capital set for IPO https://m.rediff.com/news/commentary/2025/feb/04/tata-capital-set-for-ipo/349e270a1aa68be267a0f94c8b61bd58 https://im.rediff.com/money/2016/oct/26tata.jpg IN en The board of Tata Capital has approved changes to its memorandum of association and adopted a new set of articles of association to align with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. The changes are part of the company's plan to go public later this year. Tata Capital and Tata Sons have been classified by the Reserve Bank of India as upper-layer NBFCs and they need to list by September. Tata Sons prepaid its entire debt in 2023-2024 and sought an exemption from the RBI to remain private. "Dev Chatterjee/Business Standard The board of Tata Capital, the flagship financial services arm of Tata Sons, has approved changes to its memorandum of association and adopted a new set of articles of...[+2866 chars]" 2025-02-04T00:00:00 Evolva Holding SA: Shareholder Clearway requests general meeting Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/Evolva_Holding_SA_Shareholder_Clearway_requests_general_meet https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Evolva Holding SA has an AGM on February 25th at 17:45 CET/CEST. The announcement is an ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR Shareholder. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Evolva Holding SA / Key word(s): AGMEGM 04-Feb-2025 / 17:45 CET/CEST Release of an ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. PRE...[+67 chars] 2025-02-04T00:00:00 Supplemental Prospectus (Form 424B3) (Heritage Distilling Holding Company Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/Supplemental_Prospectus_Form_424B3_Heritage_Distilling_Holdi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Heritage Distilling Holding Company, Inc. filed a prospectus with Registration No. 333-284509. The prospectus is for a maximum of 5,000,000 Shares of Common Stock and 67,162 Shares Issuable Upon the Exercise of the Commitment Warrant. ) Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) PROSPECTUS Registration No. 333-284509 Up to a Maximum of 5,000,000 Shares of Common Stock and 67,162 Shares Issuable Upon the Exercise of the Commitment Warrant Her...[+69 chars] 2025-02-04T00:00:00 EY identifies key trends in Qatar's tax regime Gulf-Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/EY_identifies_key_trends_in_Qatars_tax_regime https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ernst and Young (EY) has identified key trends shaping Qatar's tax landscape, including the newly introduced 15% global minimum corporate tax in Qatar. Nearly 200 C-suite executives and finance professionals from Qatar-based firms across industries, including finance and insurance, energy and construction, attended the recently. Ernst and Young (EY) has identified key trends shaping Qatar's tax landscape, including the newly introduced 15% global minimum corporate tax in Qatar.Nearly 200 C-suite executives and finance profess...[+128 chars] 2025-02-04T00:00:00 "Announcement of regulated information regarding the amount of the share capital and the total number of shares and voting rights of ""Aktor Group of Companies"", in accordance with Law 3556/2007, article 9 paragraph. 5 (Aktor Anonymi Etaireia Symmetochon, Technikon Kai Energoiakon Ergon)" Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/Announcement_of_regulated_information_regarding_the_amount_o https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Aktor Societe Anonyme Holding Company Technical and Energy Projects announces the amount of the share capital and the total number of shares and voting rights of the company in accordance with Law 3556/2007, article 9 paragraph. Paiania, 04.02.2025. ") Paiania, 04.02.2025 Announcement of regulated information regarding the amount of the share capital and the total number of shares and voting rights of ""Aktor Societe Anonyme Holding Company Technic...[+79 chars]" 2025-02-04T00:00:00 EnviroGold Global Achieves Major Process Optimisation Breakthrough, Doubling Project Economics and Enhancing Environmental Performance Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/EnviroGold_Global_Achieves_Major_Process_Optimisation_Breakt https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO, OTCQB: ESGLF, FSE: YGK) is a clean technology company that monetises its products and services through the use of green technology. The company is based in Toronto, Canada. TORONTO, Feb. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises 2025-02-04T00:00:00 SECP for easing name reservation requirements for companies Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/SECP_for_easing_name_reservation_requirements_for_companies https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SECP has issued guidelines for easing name reservation requirements for companies. It is a significant step towards streamlined corporatization in Pakistan.   Â in order to further simplify the name and reduce the hassle of naming a company. ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 4th Feb, 2025) The Security and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued guidelines for easing name reservation requirements for companies, which...[+96 chars] 2025-02-04T00:00:00 Mining leaders call for greater diversity and transparency in African mining sector Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/Mining_leaders_call_for_greater_diversity_and_transparency_i https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Mining executives say more needs to be done to improve employment diversity, corporate transparency and community involvement in the mining industry despite substantial gains over the past two decades. Four executives participated in a panel discussion at the Investing in African Mining Indaba on Tuesday. More needs to be done to improve employment diversity, corporate transparency and community involvement in the mining industry, despite substantial gains over the past two decades, mining executives s...[+180 chars] 2025-02-04T00:00:00 New British Virgin Isles measures don't protect businesses or privacy The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/New_British_Virgin_Isles_measures_don_t_protect_businesses_o https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Joe Powell is chair of the APPG on Anti-Corruption and Responsible Tax. British Virgin Islands is accused of trying to avoid financial crime crackdown. If overseas territories refuse to implement meaningful corporate transparency reforms, we must use our powers to ensure they do. If overseas territories refuse to implement meaningful corporate transparency reforms, we must use our powers to ensure they doJoe Powell is chair of the APPG on Anti-Corruption and Responsible TaxBri...[+84 chars] 2025-02-04T00:00:00 Cypher Updates Disclosure at the Request of the BCSC and CSE ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/Cypher_Updates_Disclosure_at_the_Request_of_the_BCSC_and_CSE https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Cypher Metaverse Inc. (CSE:CODE) announces an update on the Company's disclosure. Aktiencheck de AG was engaged for a €12,500 3-day marketing program. Cypher is on the verge of concluding groundbreaking deals in the booming crypto and blockchain sectors. "VANCOUVER, BC / / February 3, 2025 / Cypher Metaverse Inc. (CSE:CODE) (""Cypher"" or the ""Company"") announces an update on the Company's disclosure. Disclosure Update On January 15, the Company engaged ...[+303 chars]" 2025-02-04T00:00:00 SEC Tightens Reins on Enforcement: A Shift Towards Political Control? Coin Edition https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/SEC_Tightens_Reins_on_Enforcement_A_Shift_Towards_Political_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SEC's new policy centralizes enforcement and requires Commission approval for probes. Stricter oversight may slow investigations but aims to prevent regulatory overreach. Leadership shift signals a potential shift toward a more industry-friendly SEC. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has a new leadership change. SEC's new policy centralizes enforcement, requiring Commission approval for probes. Stricter oversight may slow investigations but aims to prevent regulatory overreach. Leadership shift signals a pote...[+92 chars] 2025-02-04T00:00:00 Descartes Sets Date to Announce Fiscal 2025 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Financial Results Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/Descartes_Sets_Date_to_Announce_Fiscal_2025_Fourth_Quarter_a_4 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Descartes Systems Group (TSX: DSG, Nasdaq:DSG) will celebrate its 25th anniversary on February 4th, 2025. For more information, visit: http://www.descartes.com/en/news/press-releases/25th-anniversary/ WATERLOO, Ontario and ATLANTA, Feb. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Descartes Systems Group (TSX: DSG) (Nasdaq: 2025-02-04T00:00:00 SES AI Regains Compliance with NYSE Minimum Price Requirement (Form 8-K) (SES AI Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/04/SES_AI_Regains_Compliance_with_NYSE_Minimum_Price_Requiremen_6 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SES AI has received a letter from the New York Stock Exchange confirming compliance with NYSE Minimum Price Requirement. SES AI is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of AI-enhanced high-performance Li-Metal and Li-ion batteries. ") SES AI Regains Compliance with NYSE Minimum Price Requirement Woburn, MA (February 4, 2025) - SES AI Corporation (""SES AI"") (NYSE: SES), a global leader in the development and manufacturing of AI-en...[+108 chars]" 2025-02-04T00:00:00 New Aotearoa Climate Goals Announced – Expert Reaction The Daily Blog https://thedailyblog.co.nz/2025/02/04/new-aotearoa-climate-goals-announced-expert-reaction-science-media-centre https://thedailyblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Unknown-4.png NZ en The government has announced a national target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions 51-55% below 2005 levels by 2035. The SMC asked experts to comment. Prof Ralph E. H. Sims, Professor Emeritus, Sustainable Energy and Climate Mitigation, Massey University, comments. Dr Nathan John Cooper, Associate Professor of Law, University of Waikato, comments on the government's announcement. .tdi_100.td-a-rec{text-align:center}.tdi_100.td-a-rec:not(.td-a-rec-no-translate){transform:translateZ(0)}.tdi_100 .td-element-style{z-index:-1}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-img{text-align:left}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-...[+14227 chars] 2025-02-04T00:00:00 Bird calls or dog whistles Randy Evans https://www.timesrepublican.com/opinion/columnists/2025/02/bird-calls-or-dog-whistles-what-our-attorney-general-is-doing https://d14e0irai0gcaa.cloudfront.net/www.timesrepublican.com/images/2016/11/02181533/fblike.jpg US en Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird wants Costco to change its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. 98 percent of Costco's shareholders voted against cutting the DEI statements. Bird wants the company to show that it is following the law and if it doesn't, she will look at all available options. "Columnists Feb 4, 2025 Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird again tried to put herself in the national spotlight last week as leader of a group of Republican attorneys general who fixed their sights on C...[+6278 chars]" 2025-02-04T00:00:00 Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark Discusses GEORGIA https://metroatlantaceo.com/video/2025/02/chris-clark-georgia-chambers-new-strategic-plan https://ceonews-video.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/video/video-preview/AtlantaCEO-12-12-24-Clark.png US en "Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark talks about the chamber's new strategic plan, GEORGIA | 2050. He discusses their five pillars of focus for the next 25 years and their vision for the future of the state. ""Georgia | 2050"" is based on the Chamber's strategic plan. " Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark talks about the chamber's new strategic plan, GEORGIA | 2050. He discusses their five pillars of focus for the next 25 years. 2025-02-03T23:13:00 U.S. DOE releases updated GREET model for biofuel feedstocks TAMMIE SLOUP Farm Week https://www.effinghamdailynews.com/news/u-s-doe-releases-updated-greet-model-for-biofuel-feedstocks/article_7a1e5d5c-e284-11ef-8a11-fb7b7e613cac.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/effinghamdailynews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/4b2ee942-938a-11e5-b448-53d60cc25874.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The U.S. Department of Energy released an updated model evaluating lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for biofuel feedstocks under the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The release of the 45 ZCF-GREET model follows the guidance on 45Z released on Jan. 10. "The U.S. Department of Energy released an updated model evaluating lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for biofuel feedstocks under the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The release of the 45ZCF-...[+197 chars]" 2025-02-03T23:03:34 Investors with 6 trillion euros warn EU not to weaken green rules Kate Abnett https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/investors-with-6-trillion-euros-warn-eu-not-weaken-green-rules-2025-02-03 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/YYWTYMDFZZJAXEK4EVP2UYZMKM.jpg?auth=9185ec85c57f07ba2b93d540d8fa021ca5c498b2066ee025ba75210c62bd9a76&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Investors with 6.6 trillion euros in assets under management urge European Union not to weaken its sustainability rules. European Commission will publish a proposal this month to simplify reporting requirements under sustainability policies. Some businesses have complained the rules are too complex. Germany and France want the EU to go further and delay the implementation of the regulation. BRUSSELS, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Investors with 6.6 trillion euros in assets under management have urged the European Union not to weaken its sustainability rules, as Brussels draws up plans to cut red tap...[+2496 chars] 2025-02-03T23:03:04 Saint Lucia Establishes Sovereign Wealth Fund for Economic and Climate Resilience Editorial Staff https://stluciatimes.com/168534/2025/02/saint-lucia-establishes-sovereign-wealth-fund-for-economic-and-climate-resilience https://stluciatimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Prime-Minister-Philip-J.-Pierre.png LC en The Government of Saint Lucia has officially approved the creation of a Sovereign Wealth Fund aimed at securing long-term economic stability and strengthening the country's ability to handle climate change. The fund will support investments in climate adaptation and mitigation, as well as sustainable economic growth. It will follow strict investment guidelines. stluciatimes, caribbean, caribbeannews, stlucia, saintlucia, stlucianews, saintlucianews, stluciatimesnews, saintluciatimes, stlucianewsonline, saintlucianewsonline, st lucia news online, stlucia news...[+3188 chars] 2025-02-03T23:01:36 Investors Urge EU to Preserve Sustainability Rules Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3251234-investors-urge-eu-to-preserve-sustainability-rules https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/30_07_2024_12_34_51_4606932.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Investors controlling assets worth 6.6 trillion euros have called on the European Union to maintain its current sustainability laws. This comes as the European Commission prepares to announce proposals to ease reporting requirements perceived as unnecessarily complex by some businesses. Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change warn that major modifications could deter investments aimed at advancing the European Green Deal. In a significant move, investors controlling assets worth 6.6 trillion euros have called on the European Union to maintain its current sustainability laws amid efforts to simplify regulatory framework...[+622 chars] 2025-02-03T22:27:39 Everest Group: Q4 Earnings Snapshot https://www.sfgate.com/business/article/everest-group-q4-earnings-snapshot-20144968.php https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/34/02/57/24128448/3/rawImage.jpg US en Everest Group, Ltd. (EG) reported a loss of $593 million in its fourth quarter. On a per-share basis, the Bermuda-based company had a losses of $13.96. Reinsurance company posted revenue of $4.64 billion in the period, topping Street forecasts. "HAMILTON, Bermuda (AP) — HAMILTON, Bermuda (AP) — Everest Group, Ltd. (EG) on Monday reported a loss of $593 million in its fourth quarter. On a per-share basis, the Hamilton, Bermuda-based company sa...[+402 chars]" 2025-02-03T22:27:39 Everest Group: Q4 Earnings Snapshot https://www.mysanantonio.com/business/article/everest-group-q4-earnings-snapshot-20144968.php https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/33/52/71/24030838/4/rawImage.jpg US en Everest Group, Ltd. (EG) reported a loss of $593 million in its fourth quarter. On a per-share basis, the Bermuda-based company said it had a lost of $13.96. For the year, the company reported a profit of $1.37 billion, or $31.78 per share. "HAMILTON, Bermuda (AP) — HAMILTON, Bermuda (AP) — Everest Group, Ltd. (EG) on Monday reported a loss of $593 million in its fourth quarter. On a per-share basis, the Hamilton, Bermuda-based company sa...[+621 chars]" 2025-02-03T21:14:20 Eversource Recognized for Sixth Straight Year Among America's Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/eversource-recognized-for-sixth-straight-year-among-america-s-most-just-companies-by-just-capital/article_cff4e1b5-67ec-5c02-b6b0-24c3843efca0.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/d/3d/d3d14a79-cb5c-55cb-ab83-a3d7c1d23f7d/67a128db0f27b.image.jpg?crop=625%2C328%2C0%2C172&resize=625%2C328&order=crop%2Cresize US en Eversource Energy is recognized as a national leader for corporate responsibility on this year's JUST 100 list as part of its 2025 rankings of America's Most JUST Companies. The energy company ranked as the number one utility and 7th overall. Leading companies are recognized for their performance on priority issues such as paying fair, living wages, supporting worker well-being, career advancement, training, and work life balance. "HARTFORD, Conn. & BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 3, 2025-- As a testament to its unyielding commitment to customers, communities, employees and the environment, Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES) is being cele...[+11617 chars]" 2025-02-03T21:00:00 Exim Bank's outstanding loans climb 7% Wichit Chantanusornsiri https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2953795/exim-banks-outstanding-loans-climb-7- https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en The Export-Import Bank of Thailand has outstanding loans of 189 billion baht in 2024. 20% of this amount was allocated to Thai entrepreneurs investing in CLMV (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam) countries and new frontier markets. Exim Bank has 5,300 loan customers, 80% of whom are SMEs. "The Export-Import Bank of Thailand (Exim Bank) says its outstanding loans tallied 189 billion baht in 2024, up nearly 7% from a year before. Of this amount, 20% was allocated to Thai entrepreneurs inv...[+2928 chars]" 2025-02-03T20:56:49 Satellite Industry Talks Sustainability – But What Will It Take to Bring Real Change? Rachel Jewett https://www.satellitetoday.com/sustainability/2025/02/03/satellite-industry-talks-sustainability-but-what-will-it-take-to-bring-real-change https://www.satellitetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ESSI-Conference-1a-scaled.jpg US en Industry leaders agreed at the Royal Aeronautical Society conference that the space industry needs to get serious about sustainability. The Earth & Space Sustainability initiative aims to ensure the sustainable use of outer space covering the lifecycle of a satellite. Insurance companies are getting more nervous about insuring space assets due to the 'wild west' nature of the industry. "David Wade of Atrium Space Insurance Consortium, left, and GSOA Director General Isabelle Mauro, second from left, at the Royal Aeronautical Society event. Photo: Via Satellite LONDON — The space indu...[+6007 chars]" 2025-02-03T20:48:39 GB Energy says it may not meet pledge to employ 1,000 people ‘for 20 years' The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/GB_Energy_says_it_may_not_meet_pledge_to_employ_1000_people__o https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/[] US en "It could take 20 years for GB Energy to meet its pledge to employ 1,000 people. Chairman Jürgen Maier refused to put a date on when the agency would bring down energy bills.   . ""It's not a matter of when, but when."" " Chair Jürgen Maier also refused to put a date on when the agency would bring down energy billsIt could take 20 years for GB Energy to meet its pledge to employ 1,000 people, its chair acknowledged on ...[+39 chars] 2025-02-03T20:25:30 Eversource Recognized for Sixth Straight Year Among America's Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/eversource-recognized-for-sixth-straight-year-among-america-s-most-just-companies-by-just-capital/article_0e3f2db9-bf36-596b-b6bb-dcd340f4d3ae.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/93/793520aa-4e5e-516a-86eb-8ef7e4576751/67a1270e22fc4.image.jpg?crop=625%2C328%2C0%2C172&resize=625%2C328&order=crop%2Cresize US en Eversource Energy is recognized as a national leader for corporate responsibility on this year's JUST 100 list as part of its 2025 rankings of America's Most JUST Companies. The energy company ranked as the number one utility and 7th overall. Leading companies are recognized for their performance on top priority issues such as paying fair, living wages and supporting worker well-being. "HARTFORD, Conn. & BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 3, 2025-- As a testament to its unyielding commitment to customers, communities, employees and the environment, Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES) is being cele...[+641 chars]" 2025-02-03T19:55:07 Corporate America Rebranding DEI, Not Abandoning It David Glasgow https://www.realclearpolitics.com/2025/02/03/corporate_america_rebranding_dei_not_abandoning_it_640385.html https://www.realclearpolitics.com/asset/img/social_media_assets/site_logos/rcp.png US en A handful of companies are retreating on diversity, equity and inclusion. They are likely to quietly continue their commitments, however, and watch closely for any changes in their behavior.   . for confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. A handful of companies say they are retreating on diversity, equity and inclusion, but watch closely: They are likely to quietly continue their commitments. 2025-02-03T19:45:30 Elevating Employee Experience to Unlock Kenya's Potential for Organizational Success Sheila Mugusia https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/2025/02/elevating-employee-experience-to-unlock-kenyas-potential-for-organizational-success https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/files/2025/02/IMG-20250203-WA0017.jpg KE en Gallup's report highlights the concerning reality of employee engagement in Kenya. Only 17% of employees in Kenya are engaged in their work, a significantly lower figure compared to neighboring countries such as Uganda, Tanzania, and the Republic of Congo. The Institute of Customer Experience's inaugural survey on 'State of Employee Experience for Customer Experience (CX) Success' sheds light on critical areas for improvement within the Kenyan workforce. "By Sheila Mugusia Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp FEB 3 – In today's fast-paced and ever-changing socio-economic environment, where customer expectations are evolving rapidly, the role of Em...[+5768 chars]" 2025-02-03T19:23:19 Bird calls or dog whistles: What our attorney general is doing https://www.dmcityview.com/stray-thoughts/2025/02/03/bird-calls-or-dog-whistles-what-our-attorney-general-is-doing https://www.dmcityview.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/stray-thoughts.jpg US en Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird wants Costco to change its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. 98 percent of Costco's shareholders voted against cutting the company's DEI statements. Bird has filed at least nine lawsuits challenging the policies of the Obama administration. Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird again tried to put herself in the national spotlight last week as leader of a group of Republican attorneys general who fixed their sights on Costco over the warehous...[+6244 chars] 2025-02-03T19:19:30 Goldman Sachs Group (NYSE:GS) Has Announced A Dividend Of $3.00 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/goldman-sachs-group-nyse-gs-191930906.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/297a096e5743176fa71b67c7278a433d US en The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.'s (NYSE:GS) investors are due to receive a payment of $3.00 per share on 28th of March. The yield is only 1.9%, which is below the industry average. The company's annual payment during the last 10 years was $2.20 in 2015, and the most recent fiscal year payment was $12.00. Simply Wall St would be a touch cautious of relying on this stock for dividend income. The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.'s (NYSE:GS) investors are due to receive a payment of $3.00 per share on 28th of March. Although the dividend is now higher, the yield is only 1.9%, which is below the in...[+2912 chars] 2025-02-03T19:08:00 Gear Energy Ltd. Announces Shareholder Approval for Plan of Arrangement Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gear-energy-ltd-announces-shareholder-190800555.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/33d973e80c745e504f7b596d9d9c6e45 US en "Gear Energy Ltd. (TSX: GXE) (OTCQX: GENGF) is pleased to announce that today at its special meeting (the ""Meeting"") the Gear Shareholders passed a special resolution approving a plan of arrangement under Section 193 of the Business Corporations Act (Alberta). A large publicly traded company will acquire all of the issued and outstanding Gear Shares. Gear will transfer all of Gear's other property and assets to a newly formed entity, Lotus Creek Exploration Inc. The Arrangement Resolution was approved by at least 66% of the votes cast by the Shareholders. Final approval from the Court of King's Bench of Alberta is expected to occur on February" "Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - February 3, 2025) - Gear Energy Ltd. (""Gear"" or the ""Company"") (TSX: GXE) (OTCQX: GENGF) is pleased to announce that today at its special meeting (the ""Meeting"") of...[+5281 chars]" 2025-02-03T19:02:16 A New Standard for Tribal Engagement in Infrastructure Projects There is https://nativenewsonline.net/sponsored-content/a-new-standard-for-tribal-engagement-in-infrastructure-projects https://nativenewsonline.net/ US en Summit Carbon Solutions engaged with 62 tribes before the formal consultation process began. The company adjusted its proposed route before submitting any permits. It's a model for how projects can and should be developed in partnership with tribal nations, rather than at their expense. It sets a new precedent for how infrastructure projects should engage with tribes. "By There is a fundamental difference between meeting the bare minimum required by regulations and actively striving to do what's right. Too often, large infrastructure projects treat tribal consultati...[+3529 chars]" 2025-02-03T18:39:52 Green taxonomy in India: A step towards global sustainability Ce Person https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/agyeya/green-taxonomy-in-india-a-step-towards-global-sustainability https://static.toiimg.com/imagenext/toiblogs/photo/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/IMG_0273.jpg IN en Dr. Agyeya Tripathi has completed his Ph.D. and holds a Masters degree in Business Administration. He is a national resource person for Financial Inclusion under National Rural Livelihood Mission, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. Green taxonomy is a structured way of classifying economic activities based on their environmental impact. According to the UNEP, nearly 30% of green investments fail to meet sustainability benchmarks due to inconsistent classification and reporting. Dr. Agyeya Tripathi has completed his Ph.D. and holds a Masters degree in Business Administration and another Masters in Electronics and Communication. He is a national resource person for Financial I...[+6835 chars] 2025-02-03T18:39:01 UK announces 100m for delivery of SDGs The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4092965/uk-announces-100m-for-delivery-of-sdgs.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The United Kingdom has announced about 100 million investment for businesses focused on delivering the Sustainable Development Goals. The support is under the flagship UK government's programme for the SDG's delivery. The post UK announces 100m for delivery of SDGs appeared first on The Nation Newspaper. The United Kingdom has announced about 100 million investment, which will provide support for businesses focused on delivering the Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs. The support is undera flagship U...[+130 chars] 2025-02-03T18:11:21 Disclosure of transparency notification (article 14, first paragraph, of the Law of 2 May 2007) Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/Disclosure_of_transparency_notification_article_14_first_par_2 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/[] US en Vastned NV has received a transparency notification dated 30 January 2025, which states that Vastned has received on 30 January 25 2025 a notification dated on 30. January 2025.   Â vastned.com/transparency. Vastned NV has received on 30 January 2025 a transparency notification dated 30 January 2025, which 2025-02-03T17:51:23 ‘THEY'RE NUTS': Kevin O'Leary slams Costco for doubling down on DEI policy Denette Wilford https://torontosun.com/business/money-news/kevin-oleary-slams-costco-for-doubling-down-on-dei-policy https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-1449120308-e1738603995917.jpg CA en Kevin O'Leary is a shareholder of Costco and criticizes the company for its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and practices. President Trump issued an executive order directing the termination of discriminatory practices in the federal government and urged the private sector to follow suit. Costco voted last week to reject an anti-DEI proposal brought by the National Center for Public Policy Research. A shareholder, O'Leary said he thinks it's 'bad for business' and demanded the retailer find a resolution Investor and television personality Kevin O'Leary testifies during a hearing before Senate Ban...[+4987 chars] 2025-02-03T17:51:23 ‘THEY'RE NUTS': Kevin O'Leary slams Costco for doubling down on DEI policy Denette Wilford https://canoe.com/business/money-news/kevin-oleary-slams-costco-for-doubling-down-on-dei-policy https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-1449120308-e1738603995917.jpg CA en Kevin O'Leary is a shareholder of Costco and criticizes the company for its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. He thinks it's 'bad for business' and demands the retailer find a resolution. President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing the termination of discriminatory practices in the federal government and urged the private sector to follow suit. McDonald's, Target and Walmart are some of the big companies stepping away from their DEI policies. A shareholder, O'Leary said he thinks it's 'bad for business' and demanded the retailer find a resolution Investor and television personality Kevin O'Leary testifies during a hearing before Senate Ban...[+3290 chars] 2025-02-03T17:43:00 AS Pro Kapital Grupp initiates a written procedure for its senior secured bonds 2020/2028 Feb. 3, 2025 17:43 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6028317 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/ZDM4YzlmZGEtYzFlYi00ZjBkLWIzMmUtYTI5ZjZjNzdmZjFjLTEwMzEzNzE=/tiny/Pro-Kapital-Grupp.png TW en AS Pro Kapital Grupp initiates a written procedure for its senior secured bonds 2020/2028 with ISIN SE0013801172. The Company wants to make amendments to the terms and conditions for the Bonds. The voting record date is 10 February 2025 and the last day for voting is 20 February 2025. Two thirds of the adjusted nominal amount for which holders of Bonds reply in the Written Procedure consent to the Request. "AS Pro Kapital Grupp initiates a written procedure for its senior secured bonds 2020/2028 AS Pro Kapital Grupp (hereinafter referred to as the Company) is requesting the approval from the holders of t...[+2640 chars]" 2025-02-03T17:32:01 Government Amends Energy Conservation Act to Boost Carbon Market and Emission Reduction Odisha Diary Bureau https://orissadiary.com/government-amends-energy-conservation-act-to-boost-carbon-market-and-emission-reduction https://i0.wp.com/orissadiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Ministry-of-Environment-Forest-and-Climate-Change.jpg?fit=259%2C194&ssl=1 IN en India does not subscribe to financial year wise reporting. It subscribes to its updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), submitted in 2022, as per the Paris Agreement under UNFCCC. Between 2005 and 2020, India's emission intensity of Gross Domestic Product reduced by 36%. The share of non-fossil fuel-based sources in India's total installed electricity generation capacity is 47.10% in December 2024 as against the target of 50%. India has reached 2.29 billion tonnes of additional carbon sink as compared to the base year of 2005. India hosted the 3rd Voice of Global South Summit on 17th August 2024. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and its Paris Agreement does not subscribe to financial year wise reporting. India subscribes to its updated Nationally Determined Co...[+4971 chars] 2025-02-03T17:08:08 Information on the total number of shares and voting rights, 31 january 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/04/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/information-on-the-total-number-of-shares-and-voting-rights-31-january-2025/2049131 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/04/531039.jpg PH en According to Article 9 of the Company's Articles of Association, anyone who comes to hold or ceases to hold a percentage of the company's capital or voting rights equal to or greater than 3% or any multiple of 1% above 3% is required to inform the company within the time limit provided for in Article R. 233-1 of the French Commercial Code. "Ivry-sur-Seine - France, February 3, 2025 Regulated information INFORMATION ON THE TOTAL NUMBER OF SHARES AND VOTING RIGHTS Statement in compliance with article L. 233-8 II of the French commercial co...[+1003 chars]" 2025-02-03T17:08:05 Regulated information - Disclosure of share buy-back transactions - From 27 January 2025 to 31 Janurary 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/04/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/regulated-information-disclosure-of-share-buy-back-transactions-from-27-january-2025-to-31-janurary-2025/2049126 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/04/531034.png PH en SPIE discloses the transactions completed from 27 January 2025 to 31 January 2025 under the share buyback programme. SPIE achieved in 2023 consolidated revenue of €8.7 billion and consolidated EBITA of €584 million. The company is committed to achieving the energy transition and responsible digital transformation alongside its customers. In compliance with share buyback regulations, in particular Regulation (EU) 2016/1052, SPIE discloses the following transactions completed from 27 January 2025 to 31 January 2025 under the share buyba...[+540 chars] 2025-02-03T16:39:01 OPEC vows to monitor output quota compliance The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4092692/opec-vows-to-monitor-output-quota-compliance.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) vowed to monitor compliance with member's output quota compliance at its 58th Meeting of the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee No 1/2025 via videoconference on Monday. The meeting was held in Nairobi. Arising from its 58th Meeting of the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee No 1/2025 via videoconference on Monday, the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) vowed to monitor complianc...[+137 chars] 2025-02-03T16:34:14 Streamlining Liquidation: New Amendments to Boost Transparency Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3250883-streamlining-liquidation-new-amendments-to-boost-transparency https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/03_07_2024_15_53_30_2872039.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board has introduced significant amendments to liquidation regulations. The changes are effective from January 28, 2025 and extend the auction participation period. The board's updates focus on efficient claim processing and compliance, addressing key challenges and promoting accountability. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board has introduced significant amendments to liquidation regulations, aimed at enhancing the auction process and improving fund management through robust reporting requ...[+398 chars] 2025-02-03T16:09:24 Hana Financial Group wins ESG rating upgrade for 'independence and integrity' SHIN HA-NEE https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/640/0000064994 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/640/2025/02/03/0000064994_001_20250203161010849.jpg?type=w800 KR en Hana Financial Group received a boosted environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating from Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI). The index provider lifted the Korean bank to AAA. It is the highest possible score and a one-notch upgrade from the AA ratings the firm received in 2023, 2022 and 2021. Hana Financial Group received a boosted environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating from Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI), which said the integrity and ethics displayed among its lead...[+1364 chars] 2025-02-03T15:51:54 Ex-Div Reminder For Schlumberger Dividend Channel https://www.forbes.com/sites/dividendchannel/2025/02/03/ex-div-reminder-for-schlumberger https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a0e5d20fa4482b1636f5c7/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en On 2/5/25, Schlumberger shares will trade ex-dividend for its quarterly dividend of $0.285, payable on 4/3/25. The dividend works out to approximately 0.71% of the recent stock price of $40.28. The current estimated yield of 2.83% on annualized basis is a reasonable expectation of annual yield going forward. On 2/5/25, Schlumberger will trade ex-dividend, for its quarterly dividend of $0.285, payable on 4/3/25. As a percentage of SLB's recent stock price of $40.28, this dividend works out to approximately...[+1810 chars] 2025-02-03T15:49:00 GMR Airports joins UN Global Compact to 'boost sustainability efforts' TNN https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/gmr-airports-joins-un-global-compact-to-boost-sustainability-efforts/articleshow/117888429.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117888425,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-48154,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en GMR Airports Ltd. has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). UNGC is a voluntary initiative established in 2000 to encourage businesses worldwide to adopt sustainable and socially responsible policies. It requires companies to align their operations with 10 principles in areas such as human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. "File photo NEW DELHI: GMR Airports Ltd, the biggest airport operator in India, Monday it has joined the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative, the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) - ...[+1175 chars]" 2025-02-03T15:30:00 Communities urged to have their say on future of local schools https://www.grampianonline.co.uk/news/communities-urged-to-have-their-say-on-future-of-local-schoo-373528 https://www.grampianonline.co.uk/_media/img/Q7KURYFWFHRUDYQI5XUZ.jpg GB en Moray Council has kicked off a new phase of community engagement focused on the future of schools in Milne's Associated Schools Group (ASG). Public drop-in sessions will be held at Fochabers Library on Thursday, February 13 from 2pm to 5pm and Tuesday, February 18 from 5pm to 8pm. Online survey is available until March 3, 2025. "The future of the schools serving an area of Moray is to take centre stage at two public drop-in sessions. Moray Council has kicked off a new phase of community engagement focused on the future of sch...[+2022 chars]" 2025-02-03T15:09:00 Full disclosure: Mass. employers face new wage reporting rules, starting this week William Hall https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2025/02/03/massachusetts-pay-transparency-law.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12645644/gettyimages-1252881195*1200xx8660-4880-0-66.jpg US en A new Massachusetts law requires employers to report wage information to the state. The law's goal is to make pay more equitable. The reporting requirement applies only to employers with at least 100 workers. The more challenging part of the new law doesn't kick in until Oct. 29 when employers with 25 or more workers will have to disclose the pay range for each position. "A new Massachusetts requirement for disclosing wage information went into effect Monday — but a more sweeping mandate for sharing the data looms ahead. Signed by Gov. Maura Healey last July, the commo...[+5969 chars]" 2025-02-03T14:55:22 SGBX Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Merger of Safe & Green Holdings Corp. Is Fair to Shareholders Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/sgbx-stock-alert-halper-sadeh-llc-is-investigating-whether-the-merger-of-safe-green-holdings/article_abcb665a-96a0-546e-a559-c2b63e588642.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating the merger of Safe & Green Holdings Corp. with Olenox and asks if it's a good idea. It's $2569 6?4@FC286D $276 U2 and it requires Javascript to read the content. "NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 3, 2025-- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the merger of Safe & Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SGBX) with Olenox and × This page re...[+2960 chars]" 2025-02-03T14:52:00 List of US CEOs supporting DEI efforts grows despite Republican pressure: Report HT News Desk https://www.hindustantimes.com/business/list-of-us-ceos-supporting-dei-efforts-grows-despite-republican-pressure-report-101738563918844.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/1600x900/donald_trump_tariff_1738462674428_1738564860433.jpg IN en Deutsche Bank's Christian Sewing is the latest CEO to publicly support diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. He joins JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon and Goldman Sachs' David Solomon as well as Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins in supporting DEI policies. Costco's new CEO Ron Vachris also supports DEI. "The list of CEOs in the US who are publicly backing their companies' diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies is growing, according to a Business Insider report. This comes after several firms ...[+2620 chars]" 2025-02-03T14:51:32 Coca-Cola and Novartis's CEOs don't care if ‘ESG' has become a toxic phrase among some David Meyer https://finance.yahoo.com/news/coca-cola-novartis-ceos-don-112226939.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/e01wqBG7kuMp0LxPUxSfCQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03OTU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fortune_175/438117190470917e8d9c0f3326a22ef1 US en "Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey wants to stop using the term ""ESG"" because it's not relevant to his business strategy. Novartis CEO Vas Narasimhan believes corporations exist to advance society and solve problems. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon talked about the risks of the war in Ukraine in Davos." "Good Monday morning. While the political pushback to ESG continues to grow in the U.S., there was little sign in Davos last week that business leaders are pulling back on their commitments, particular...[+2154 chars]" 2025-02-03T14:33:19 Top 10 African countries with the most accessibility, transparent financial markets Solomon Ekanem https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/markets/top-10-african-countries-with-the-most-accessibility-transparent-financial-markets/jeyj60y https://ocdn.eu/pulscms-transforms/1/Q84ktkpTURBXy9mMTNkNTFhOGI5NTE0Nzk4MzBkNzNjZTllZjg2MDgxYS5qcGeSlQMyAM0DIM0BwpMFzQSwzQJ2 US en The Absa Africa Financial Markets Index reports significant market developments in 2024. Mauritius, with the highest score of 95, stands out for its strong democratic institutions, economic diversification, and high transparency. South Africa follows with a score of 91, Egypt with 88, Nigeria 86, Morocco 85, Kenya 85, Rwanda 84, Zimbabwe 82, and Botswana 77. "A transparent financial market in Africa relies on multiple key factors, including macroeconomic stability. The Absa Africa Financial Markets Index reported significant market developments in 2024 The...[+3086 chars]" 2025-02-03T14:31:08 Global Environmental and Sustainability Product-Related Regulations: Implications for Manufacturers Renee Thompson https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/sia-renee-thompson-europe-government-regulations-consumer-affairs-ffdde96c79a0c7a8d3dc53420de88603 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Wesco International serves as chair of SIA's Environmental, Social and Governance Advisory Board. SIA offers an overview of some of the key environmental and sustainability product-related regulations that will be implemented in the next three years. They share guidance for compliance and adaptation for manufacturers. "Originally published on SIA By Wesco International; Chair, SIA Environmental, Social and Governance Advisory Board In a time where environmental awareness is increasingly prominent in global policymak...[+4721 chars]" 2025-02-03T14:23:10 Hana Financial wins top grade in MSCI ESG rating 조세일보 정회원 기사 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/044/0000266118 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/044/2025/02/03/0000266118_001_20250203142310829.jpg?type=w800 KR en "Hana Financial Group has received the highest ""AAA"" rating in the latest MSCI ESG Ratings. The rating climbed two notches from ""A"" in 2021 to 7.6 among all banks evaluated in 2024. The firm is one of only two South Korean financial groups to accumulate more than seven points in the assessment." "(Hana Financial Group) Hana Financial Group announced Monday that it has received the highest ""AAA"" rating in the latest MSCI ESG Ratings, securing the top spot globally in the banking sector. The MSC...[+1574 chars]" 2025-02-03T14:13:40 Labor under pressure to enact gambling reforms before election after Greens pledge to help pass ... The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/Labor_under_pressure_to_enact_gambling_reforms_before_electi https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rQxR07fH6iU/0.jpg US en Senator Sarah Hanson-Young offers to water down Greens bill in a compromise to get legislation across the line. Greens have pledged to help the government pass but they will do more to make sure it gets passed.   . - The Greens. Exclusive: Senator Sarah Hanson-Young offers to water down Greens bill in a compromise to get legislation across the lineGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Greens have pled...[+51 chars] 2025-02-03T14:00:00 Wolters Kluwer wins Sustainable Service Award at 2025 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wolters-kluwer-wins-sustainable-award-140000505.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/5.HAWQEASGzps8ijUR.H8Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zMjM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/7b2754a00e02e83d239e7dee3d178d3b US en CCH Tagetik ESG & Sustainability for CSRD has been named a winner in the 2025 SEAL Business Sustainedability Awards. The solution offers a range of features designed to automate the reporting process and ensure accurate disclosures while equipping C-suite leaders to determine material matters and evaluate their impacts. It is part of the Wolters Kluwer Corporate Performance & ESG division. "CCH Tagetik ESG & Sustainability for CSRD recognized for innovation in sustainability NEW YORK, February 03, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, softwar...[+2987 chars]" 2025-02-03T13:44:06 Amid a backlash against ‘woke' companies, Fortune's Change the World list is more important than ever Nicholas Gordon https://finance.yahoo.com/news/amid-backlash-against-woke-companies-054100374.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/UKKbQrAgqV3jGKNSdkqtoQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fortune_175/dedcba8df45802d78660477030aa2bd0 US en Change the World is taking nominations for the ninth annual installment of the Fortune's Change the World list. It's an inspiring testament to the positive power of capitalism. Make your nominations by July 31. The list publishes in October. Morgan Stanley thinks generative A.I. will catapult Microsoft into the $3 trillion club. "Good morning. It has been eight years since I joined Fortune, and there are few things I'm prouder of in that time than the creation of the Change the World list, which former editor Cliff Leaf and I ...[+2139 chars]" 2025-02-03T13:43:48 KIM POLLEY: Corporate SA must address executive pay with transparency Kim Polley https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/opinion/2025-02-03-kim-polley-corporate-sa-must-address-executive-pay-with-transparency https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_HS4sMNc_VFq3Gwth4sRHGIumLt2elZS8pEIgY32tFpcy9SpASYpA0Unhz__x9vHI2yiC1EJ8AXjYDHEXC2IGHm6jZCX1133=s1000 ZA en The 2024 Companies Amendment Act requires corporate SA to address executive pay with greater transparency and accountability. The act, signed into law in mid-2024, makes significant changes to how companies approach remuneration. It's up to boards to redefine how they reward leadership. Millennials and Gen Z employees demand more from their employers. SA's entrenched inequality is no secret. With a Gini coefficient of 0.63 — one of the highest globally — and two-thirds of households earning less than R8,000 a month, the disparity between the haves ...[+3528 chars] 2025-02-03T13:35:13 Revolutionizing the workplace: how green leadership sparks creativity Dr. Majid Murad https://24newshd.tv/03-Feb-2025/revolutionizing-the-workplace-how-green-leadership-sparks-creativity https://24newshd.tv/digital_images/large/2025-02-03/revolutionizing-the-workplace-how-green-leadership-sparks-creativity-1738589695-6191.png TV en In the fight against climate change, one surprising hero has emerged: green leadership. Green inclusive leadership is about accessibility, openness, and collaboration. Green leaders encourage employees to share innovative ideas, involve them in decision-making, and create a workplace culture that prioritizes sustainability. This study was conducted in China's manufacturing sector. In the fight against climate change, one surprising hero has emerged: green leadership. As the global push for sustainability intensifies, organizations are realizing that leadership isn't just about ...[+4738 chars] 2025-02-03T13:22:49 CEOs need to pay attention to climate metrics—or risk getting smaller paychecks Nicholas Gordon https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ceos-pay-attention-climate-metrics-090135837.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/1MRFBY90XguCF1V5BXXWmw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fortune_175/ef8dee4731a2dd9fd97375e6249d1dfa US en 54% of S&P 500 companies now have climate metrics in their CEO pay plans. The practice is most common with energy companies. In the Russell 3000, only 24% of companies with revenues under $100 million reported using ESG performance metrics, while the share rose to 83% for companies with $50 billion or more. "Good morning. If you want to know how serious companies are about climate, take a look at their executive pay practices. A new report from the Conference Board, out today, says 54% of S&P 500 companie...[+1548 chars]" 2025-02-03T13:12:00 DragonGC Unveils Generative AI Features for Enhanced Shareholder Communications and Compliance Dragon GC https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/new_products_services/dragongc-unveils-generative-ai-features-for-enhanced-shareholder-communications-and-compliance/article_454a1f05-09a9-5abd-af27-53d7d32156a3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/eb/cebfdf3f-ffcd-59f4-bb5f-13d407341fe4/67a0c4e851b7c.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C48&resize=800%2C420&order=crop%2Cresize US en DragonGC, a platform dedicated to solving corporate governance, compliance, and shareholder communication challenges, has launched Generative AI capabilities. The new tools are designed to empower legal and finance executives, their boards, and advisors with unparalleled efficiency and accuracy in navigating the complexities of corporate governance. GREENWICH, Conn., Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DragonGC, a platform dedicated to solving corporate governance, compliance, and shareholder communication challenges, is proud to announce the launch of ...[+241 chars] 2025-02-03T13:06:16 DEI Under Siege: Trump's Policies Spark Controversy Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3250734-dei-under-siege-trumps-policies-spark-controversy https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/17_07_2024_04_54_18_7367724.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en President Trump is trying to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Major corporations, including Meta and Amazon, have begun scaling back their DEI initiatives. Some companies, like Costco and Delta Air Lines, continue to uphold DEI values, albeit more discreetly. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are currently facing significant opposition as President Trump aggressively seeks to dismantle these programs across federal and corporate sectors. S...[+896 chars] 2025-02-03T13:01:57 Evolv Technology Announces Receipt of Extension from Nasdaq Stock Market Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/evolv-technology-announces-receipt-of-extension-from-nasdaq-stock-market/article_c9f3e2bd-0876-5f22-981e-84cf507944f2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVLV) received an exception to Nasdaq's Listing Rule 5250(c)(1), which requires listed companies to timely file all required periodic financial reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The exception gives the Company until May 19, 2025 to file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2024. The Company will host a publicly accessible conference call to review the financial results once the Quarterly Report is filed. Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVLV) (the 'Company' or 'Evolv Technology'), a leading security technology company pioneering AI-powered solutions designed to create safer experiences, toda...[+791 chars] 2025-02-03T13:00:00 Strategies: Don't fear feedback — embrace it! Jennifer Sun https://www.bizjournals.com/bizwomen/news/profiles-strategies/2025/02/strategies-dont-fear-feedback-embrace-it.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12914193/jennifer-sun*1200xx1200-675-0-144.jpg US en CEO of StarCompliance promotes a culture of feedback. He believes it's important to listen to and act on the feedback from employees and clients. This year, Star launched its first formal customer health survey seeking feedback on its people, products, and services. It achieved a 59% response rate. Everyone shares a common anxiety about feedback. We dread performance reviews and anxiously await our peers' comments after we give a presentation. Accepting criticism, no matter how constructive, can...[+2790 chars] 2025-02-03T12:53:44 Exro Releases 2025 Letter to Shareholders PR Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/exro-releases-2025-letter-to-shareholders/article_824cd2d6-223b-50f6-be39-f8753046cc50.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Exro Technologies Inc. is a leading clean-technology company that provides new-generation power control electronics that expand the capabilities of electric motors and batteries. Exro Technologies today released a letter to its shareholders.   Â . "CALGARY, AB, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Exro Technologies Inc. (TSX: EXRO) (OTCQB: EXROF) (the ""Company"" or ""Exro""), a leading clean-technology company that provides new-generation power control elec...[+115 chars]" 2025-02-03T12:43:53 Northfield Capital Announces Changes to the Board of Directors Globe Newswire https://www.recorder.ca/globe-newswire/northfield-capital-announces-changes-to-the-board-of-directors https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1MTg1OSM2NzMyNDc1IzIwOTM5MDA= CA en Thomas Pladsen has resigned from the board of directors of Northfield Capital Corporation effective January 31, 2025, for personal reasons. He has been a director of the Company for over 30 years and provided invaluable insight and guidance to the Company. Northfield thanks him for his long-standing service. TORONTO, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Northfield Capital Corporation (TSX-V: NFD.A) (' Northfield ' or the ' Company ') today announced that Mr. Thomas Pladsen has resigned from the board of direc...[+334 chars] 2025-02-03T12:37:26 Maintaining Excellence: Exploring the role of Hospice Isle of Man's Board https://www.iomtoday.co.im/news/maintaining-excellence-exploring-the-role-of-hospice-isle-of-mans-board-761889 https://www.iomtoday.co.im/tindle-static/image/2025/02/03/12/41/_DSC0012.jpeg?trim=414,0,208,0&width=1200&crop=16:9,smart&quality=75 IM en Two-thirds of the Board meeting is spent looking forward and one-third on reporting. The key thing is sustainability and making sure the charity is here in five, ten, fifteen years time. The other component of Board excellence is a healthy turnover of membership. Hospice has a balance of people with a lot of experience and great institutional memory. Every year there are two or three new Governors joining the Board. 'It's also about planning for the future' Chris says. 'Many Boards can get bogged down talking about what's happened, but we have our eye on the future. My rule is that two-thirds of our Board meeting...[+834 chars] 2025-02-03T12:20:00 THIS Suzuki runs on Compressed BioGas- 20kmpl only for Rs 90/kg Gargi Chaudhry https://newsable.asianetnews.com/gallery/auto/this-suzuki-runs-on-compressed-biogas-20kmpl-only-for-rs-90-kg-gcw-sr3ws9 https://static-gi.asianetnews.com/images/01jk5fzt361hp3h651rmgvqc93/mixcollage-03-feb-2025-02-17-pm-2473_380x253xt.jpg IN en Suzuki unveiled the Fronx CBG at the Bharat Mobility Expo. The car is powered by biogas derived from cow dung. Suzuki signed an MoU with the National Dairy Development Board in 2022 to establish biOGas infrastructure. Biogas from these plants can power CNG vehicles intended for export to markets like Africa, ASEAN and Japan. "The Fronx CBG variant, showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo, is equipped with a new engine capable of running on biogas derived from cow dung. Suzuki Unveils Cow Dung-Powered Fronx CBG A new type of ...[+1280 chars]" 2025-02-03T12:05:00 Swiss bank Julius Baer to cut workforce by 5% in new CEO's shake-up Reuters https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/business/swiss-bank-julius-baer-to-cut-workforce-by-5-in-new-ceos-shake-up/articleshow/117882596.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117882625,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-468718,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Julius Baer plans to cut its workforce by about 5% as part of savings measures under new chief executive Stefan Bollinger. The wealth manager is targeting savings of 110 million Swiss francs ($120.1 million) and will reduce the executive board to five members. "Swiss bank Julius Baer plans to cut its workforce by about 5% as part of savings measures under new chief executive Stefan Bollinger, whose predecessor was ousted after heavy losses from its exposure ...[+5909 chars]" 2025-02-03T12:02:34 SSR Mining Appoints Laura Mullen to Board of Directors Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/ssr-mining-appoints-laura-mullen-to-board-of-directors/article_419e0dd8-3d05-5cf9-b299-780e3cecc210.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Laura Mullen has been appointed to SSR Mining's Board of Directors effective February 15, 2025. Leigh Ann Fisher has resigned from the Board of directors for personal reasons. SSR is a company traded on the Nasdaq/TSX/ASX and the ASX. "DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 3, 2025-- SSR Mining Inc. (Nasdaq/TSX: SSRM, ASX: SSR) (""SSR Mining"" or the 'Company"") is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Laura Mullen to its Board of Directors...[+215 chars]" 2025-02-03T11:39:00 Hongkong Land included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/226546/Hongkong-Land-included-in-the-Dow-Jones-Sustainability-World-Index https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/instant_news/20250203/20250203194505contentPhoto1.jpg?1738583549 HK en Hongkong Land has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSWI) for the first time. Its performance in sustainability ranks in the top 6 percent globally in the real estate management and development sector. The company recorded the largest annual increase in the Corporate Sustainable Assessment. Hongkong Land has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSWI) for the first time, with its performance in sustainability ranking in the top 6 percent globally in the real estate ...[+557 chars] 2025-02-03T11:29:09 India's inevitability in leading climate finance governance for the global South SNS https://www.thestatesman.com/supplements/indias-inevitability-in-leading-climate-finance-governance-for-the-global-south-1503393824.html https://www.thestatesman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/climatechange-thestatesman.jpg IN en As the adverse consequences of climate change intensify, the Global South countries bear a disproportionate burden despite minimal contribution to global emissions. The agreed climate finance goal of $300 billion by 2035 has fallen short of the $1.3 trillion proposed by the developing countries. Developed countries will need at least $6 trillion by 2030 to oblige half of their Nationally Determined Contributions adopted under the Paris Agreement. India has consistently championed climate justice and transparent climate finance mechanisms. As the adverse consequences of climate change intensify, the Global South countries bear a disproportionate burden despite minimal contribution to global emissions. With its strong global visibility a...[+6983 chars] 2025-02-03T11:07:04 Budget 2025: A Missed opportunity for decarbonisation, green finance, and ESG reform ETEnergy World https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/budget-2025-a-missed-opportunity-for-decarbonisation-green-finance-and-esg-reform/117886610 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117886610,imgsize-78612,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/renewable/budget-2025-a-missed-opportunity-for-decarbonisation-green-finance-and-esg-reform.jpg IN en The Budget 2025 has focused on economic growth but has failed to align with a broader decarbonization strategy. High-carbon industries such as steel, cement, and manufacturing remain unaddressed. Carbon markets serve as a catalyst for mobilizing carbon finance and incentivizing private sector initiatives aimed at carbon sequestration. There are barely any sustainability reports by the government ministries and departments. The Union Budget 2025, heralded as a progressive fiscal roadmap, has yet again offered a perfunctory nod to climate change, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns, sustainability, decarb...[+9898 chars] 2025-02-03T11:03:20 The 2025 Just 100 rankings CNBC.com staff https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/personalfinance/the-2025-just-100-rankings/ar-AA1yjUy0 US en "Just Capital's annual list of America's ""most just"" companies ranks the Russell 1000 universe using a methodology based on public polling that since 2015 has taken the pulse of nearly 200,000 Americans. The research spanned 17 core issues, 88 underlying data points and five stakeholder groups: workers, communities, shareholders & governance, customers, and the environment. According to Just Capital, the top-performing companies pay workers significantly more, provide more career training and offer more paid leave." "Just Capital's annual list of America's ""most just"" companies ranks the Russell 1000 universe using a methodology based on public polling that since 2015 has taken the pulse of nearly 200,000 American...[+877 chars]" 2025-02-03T10:38:02 Uzbekistan's Green Revolution: Balancing Economic Growth with Sustainability Goals Co E-EDP https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/other/3250081-uzbekistans-green-revolution-balancing-economic-growth-with-sustainability-goals https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/03_02_2025_09_59_08_5609852.webp?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Uzbekistan is undergoing a major green transformation supported by key institutions such as the World Bank, ADB, EBRD, and UNDP. The country faces severe environmental challenges, including climate change, desertification, water scarcity, and air pollution. The government has introduced national environmental protection programs, carbon reduction targets, and incentives for investments in renewable energy. The private sector is expected to play a central role in Uzbekistan's green transformation by adopting sustainable technologies and operational practices. Uzbekistan is undergoing a major green transformation, supported by key institutions such as the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBR...[+8251 chars] 2025-02-03T10:27:43 Smart Share Global Limited Regains Compliance with the Nasdaq Minimum Bid Price Requirement Smart Share Global Limited https://www.enidnews.com/region/smart-share-global-limited-regains-compliance-with-the-nasdaq-minimum-bid-price-requirement/article_87d5e45e-b92a-592b-a9e3-7e11223ab529.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Smart Share Global Limited (Nasdaq: EM) has regained compliance with the requirement of minimum bid price of US$1.00 per share set forth under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2). On August 9, 2024, the Company received a letter from Nasdaq that it was not in compliance with this rule. The Company was provided with a compliance period of 180 calendar days, or until February 3, 2025. SHANGHAI, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Smart Share Global Limited (Nasdaq: EM) ('Energy Monster' or the 'Company'), a consumer tech company providing mobile device charging service, today announc...[+2109 chars] 2025-02-03T10:12:04 The Future of Sustainable Trade: Balancing Regulation and Inclusion Co E-EDP https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3246929-the-future-of-sustainable-trade-balancing-regulation-and-inclusion https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/31_01_2025_15_01_08_7515465.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sustainability is no longer a voluntary effort in global trade, but a regulatory necessity. Governments worldwide are implementing due diligence laws that require businesses to integrate environmental and social standards into their supply chains. UNCTAD report highlights the urgent need for regulatory harmonization, financial aid, and strategic policy interventions to ensure that sustainability remains an inclusive goal. Sustainability is no longer a voluntary effort in global trade; it's becoming a regulatory necessity. A recent report from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), titled The F...[+4209 chars] 2025-02-03T09:52:00 Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank up sizes green bond sale to Rs15bn https://economynext.com/sri-lankas-commercial-bank-up-sizes-green-bond-sale-to-rs15bn-203090 https://economynext.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/commercial-bank.png LK en Commercial Bank of Sri Lanka has decided to raise up to 15 billion rupees through a sale of green bonds. The bonds will be Basle III compliant and be converted to shares to repay depositors. Commercial Bank voting shares were trading down at 148.00, non-voting down at 127.25 on Monday. "ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank said it has decided to raise up to 15 billion rupees through a sale of green bonds, increasing the volume from a previous plan of only 5 billion rupees. The d...[+1053 chars]" 2025-02-03T09:17:29 What the RACE Report reveals about our journey towards racial justice Rosie Ngugi https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/news/what-the-race-report-reveals-about-our-journey-towards-racial-justice https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GP0STTYVI_Medium-res-1200px.jpg GB en Greenpeace UK has participated in the RACE Report for the third consecutive year. Just 4.5% of the environmental sector's staff identify as people of colour. Greenpeace UK has made some progress, but still has a long way to go. It's working to embed equity across every aspect of its organisation. The climate crisis is not just an environmental issue, it's a human issue deeply rooted in inequity. The most affected communities – those least responsible for the crisis – bear its heaviest burden. ...[+5575 chars] 2025-02-03T09:15:21 C'ttee to investigate ECG procurements set up GTonline https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/cttee-to-investigate-ecg-procurements-set-up https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/cropped-fav-32x32.jpg GH en The Minister of Energy and Green Transition inaugurated a 5-member investigative committee to oversee all procurement practic­es at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). The committee members include Professor Innocent Senyo Kwasi Akwa, Georgette Emefa Fuga, Vivian Ablakely, Abdulai Rahman and Noble Yaw Kyei Addonu. The move is aimed at addressing the inefficiencies and alleged malprac­tices that have led to significant financial losses to the company and the energy sector. The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Mr John Abdulai Jinapor, on Friday inaugurated a 5-member investigative committee to oversee all procurement practic­es at the Electricity Company of Ghana...[+1742 chars] 2025-02-03T09:00:43 Banks key to achieving national net-zero target TDT https://www.newsofbahrain.com/business/108147.html https://www.newsofbahrain.com/admin/post/upload/A_Ou9kAyeJQ6_2025-02-03_1738580709resized_pic.jpg BH en Bahrain's banking sector is poised to play a critical role in achieving the national net-zero target. Banks can incentivise emissions reductions through sustainability-linked loans and the provision of capital expenditure financing for clean energy projects. Mandatory environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosure requirements are expected to significantly enhance Bahrain's business environment. Fintech is playing a transformative role in expanding financial inclusion and enhancing economic productivity in Bahrain. "•In what ways can the Bahraini banking sector support the realisation of the national net-zero target? USMAN AHMED: The Bahraini banking sector is poised to play a critical role in achieving the natio...[+3604 chars]" 2025-02-03T08:45:01 Better ways to invest in CSR Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4091613/better-ways-to-invest-in-csr.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Investing in humanity through Corporate Social Responsibility is not just a moral duty, it is a necessity for building a more just and compassionable society. Click here to read the full news article. Click here for the full article. Click In a world where economic disparities continue to widen, investing in humanity through Corporate Social Responsibility is not just a moral duty, it is a necessity for building a more just and compassi...[+34 chars] 2025-02-03T07:59:58 Private Sector Must Unite For Sustainable Devt Leadership News https://leadership.ng/private-sector-must-unite-for-sustainable-devt-oye https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Dele-Kelvin-Oye.jpg NG en Dele Kelvin Oye was recently elected as the chairman of the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN). He has called for a united and inclusive private sector to drive sustainable economic growth and development in the country. Oye wants to work with all stakeholders to address the challenges facing the private sector and leverage the unique strengths and perspectives of its diverse membership to drive progress. The chairman of the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN), Dele Kelvin Oye, has called for a united and inclusive private sector to drive sustainable economic growth and development in the countr...[+2474 chars] 2025-02-03T07:33:04 Romanian Energy Ministry asks state companies to estimate cost of Green Deal Romania Insider https://www.romania-insider.com/romania-state-companies-green-deal-costs-february-2025 https://cdn.romania-insider.com/sites/default/files/styles/article_large_image/public/2021-01/green_energy_by_andrey_popov_dreamstime.com_.jpg RO en Romanian Ministry of Energy has sent a request to energy companies in which the state is a shareholder and public institutions in the energy sector to analyze the negative effects of the European Union's Green Deal policies on them. Minister Sebastian Burduja argues for the prevalence of energy security and affordability over sustainability. The Romanian Ministry of Energy has sent a request to energy companies in which the state is a shareholder and to public institutions in the energy sector to analyze the negative effects of the Europe...[+737 chars] 2025-02-03T07:31:27 KPMG Ghana announces GRA Boss' resignation razak.bawa https://www.msn.com/en-xl/africa/zimbabwe/kpmg-ghana-announces-gra-boss-resignation/ar-AA1yjwyJ US en Anthony Kwasi Sarpong has resigned as the Country Managing Partner of KPMG Ghana. He was appointed by President Mahama as the Acting Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) on January 20, 2025. Emmanuella Sarfowaah, a private citizen, filed a suit challenging the appointment, arguing that he still holds an interest in the accounting firm, where he is listed as a Senior Partner. The resignation weakens the suit. "…As Country Managing Partner Auditing firm KPMG Ghana, has announced the resignation of its Country Managing Partner, Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, following his appointment by President John Dramani Mahama,...[+5743 chars]" 2025-02-03T07:00:00 Reaction to BWGI's Press Release Published Today Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/reaction-bwgi-press-release-published-070000307.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/JHGDp3dLbJ.ZKoDkpnYZoQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00OTI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/204935d897bbe42a86944b38cffd39a2 US en BGI is considering a potential tender offer for Verallia shares (without delisting). Veralia produced more than 16 billion glass bottles and jars and recorded revenue of €3.9 billion in 2023. Its CSR strategy has been awarded the Ecovadis Platinum Medal, placing the Group in the top 1% of companies assessed by Ecovads. "PARIS, February 03, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Verallia (Paris:VRLA) takes note of BWGI's press release published today confirming that it is considering a potential tender offer for Vera...[+4128 chars]" 2025-02-03T06:51:34 Tullow, Petroleum Commission empower 50 indigenous companies for SDGs GTonline https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/tullow-petroleum-commission-empower-50-indigenous-companies-for-sdgs https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Ms-Carol-Annang-third-from-left-with-participants.jpg GH en Over 300 people attended a workshop on the 17 Sustainable Developments Goals (SDGs) as part of a business academy partnership between Tullow Ghana Ltd and the Petroleum Commission. The workshop sought to empower workers in various divisions of indigenous Ghanaian oil and gas companies to integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices into their operations. Over 300 partic­ipants attended a comprehensive workshop on the 17 Sustain­able Develop­ment Goals (SDGs) as part of a business academy partnership ini­tiative between Tullow Ghana Ltd and the Petrole...[+2249 chars] 2025-02-03T06:29:15 Harnessing social licence to operate: the future of SA's sustainable mining Desigan Soobramoney https://www.businesslive.co.za/companies/mining/2025-02-03-native-harnessing-social-licence-to-operate-the-future-of-sas-sustainable-mining https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/dR4YIM0GSTJB3t29yRibGGs-_833xol9tr2CGyA2W6Sjb4aEVJdoi9QqQ33u6ZwYlioUFwLZ8cy_lyXtj5iF4245wOOJMrW3GTtM_63123A4BQ=s1000 ZA en As Mining Indaba 2025 kicks off, the conversation around Africa's mining industry is shifting with a focus on how mining can drive long-term sustainable development for both businesses and the communities it impacts. Mining companies are positioning themselves as key players in business success and community development by aligning their strategies with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The concept of a'social licence to operate' has expanded beyond a regulatory requirement. As Mining Indaba 2025 kicks off, the conversation around Africa's mining industry is shifting, with a stronger focus on how mining can drive long-term sustainable development for both businesses and t...[+6178 chars] 2025-02-03T06:14:00 CEOs exits just hit a milestone. It may be the tip of the iceberg. Andy Medici https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2025/02/03/ceo-private-equity-ai-burnout-turnaround-failure.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12192165/playbook-burnout*1200xx2501-1407-0-234.jpg US en 2,221 CEOs announced their departures in 2024, up 16% from 2023, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas report. Last year's rate was the highest since the company began recording CEO turnover in 2002. Public companies had 373 CEOs leave in 2024 up 24% on previous record of 319 in 2019. "Activist shareholders, private-equity buyouts and a turbulent economic and political environment drove record CEO turnover last year. That's according to a new report by executive staffing and coachin...[+4671 chars]" 2025-02-03T06:14:00 Burnout, AI, private equity drove record CEO turnover in 2024 https://www.bizjournals.com/triad/news/2025/02/03/ceo-private-equity-ai-burnout-turnaround-failure.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12192165/playbook-burnout*1200xx2501-1407-0-234.jpg US en 2,221 CEOs announced their departures in 2024, up 16% from 2023, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas report. Last year's rate was the highest since the company began recording CEO turnover in 2002. Public companies had 373 CEOs leave in 2024 up 24% on previous record of 319 in 2019. "Activist shareholders, private-equity buyouts and a turbulent economic and political environment drove record CEO turnover last year. That's according to a new report by executive staffing and coachin...[+4671 chars]" 2025-02-03T05:20:48 Why Short-Term Politics Shouldn't Derail Corporate Climate Strategy Samantha Walravens https://www.forbes.com/sites/geekgirlrising/2025/02/03/why-short-term-politics-shouldnt-derail-corporate-climate-strategy https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67a04bce08e13990f3401f6c/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement is having a chilling effect on corporate climate commitments. Kathleen Egan, CEO and Co-founder of sustainable building technology company Ecomedes, warns that the timing of this withdrawal is devastating for businesses that have already committed millions to sustainability initiatives. Egan advocates for a clear-eyed approach to maintaining progress despite federal policy shifts. She sees potential paths forward through initiatives that bridge political divides. "By Samantha Walravens Climate change and American flag in two directions on road sign. Withdrawal of climatic agreement. Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement is already having...[+3774 chars]" 2025-02-03T05:03:25 Top IT trends for 2025: Evolving innovations and opportunities archyde https://www.archyde.com/top-it-trends-for-2025-evolving-innovations-and-opportunities https://securitybrief.com.au/uploads/story/2025/01/28/compatible_About-Us_Banner-scaled.jpg US en The year 2025 is poised to be a pivotal one for Australia's technological landscape. Businesses are facing an era where artificial intelligence, sustainability, cybersecurity, and robust infrastructure are essential components of a successful strategy. In 2025, it becomes a regulatory requirement for businesses to embrace ESG reporting. "Table of Contents The technology ⁤ landscape is in a constant state of‍ flux, and 2025 promises to be a pivotal year. Building ‍on the advancements ⁣of 2024,‌ businesses are⁢ facing an era where artif...[+12995 chars]" 2025-02-03T04:30:11 SEC Pledges Commitment To Womens Equitable Investment Opportunities Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4091158/sec-pledges-commitment-to-womens-equitable-investment-opportunities.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission reaffirmed its commitment to ensure women get equitable access to financial services and investment opportunities. Executive Commissioner, Corporate Services, Mrs Samiya Usman made the commitment on Sunday. Usman said the commissions dedication to fostering an inclusive financial ecosystem that empowered women across the world. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensure investors get equitable access to financial services, investment opportunities. A statement by SEC said the commiss...[+321 chars] 2025-02-03T04:24:46 How corporate governance is turning around Odua Investment The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4091043/how-corporate-governance-is-turning-around-odua-investment.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en How corporate governance is turning around Odua Investment is unlocking new and existing investments at one of Africas oldest surviving indigenous development finance group. From upgraded credit rating to a new investment partnership. The post How corporate governance turns around Olua Investment appeared first on The Nation Newspaper. A redefinition of corporate governance standards is unlocking new and existing investments at one of Africas oldest surviving indigenous development finance group. From upgraded credit rating to new i...[+128 chars] 2025-02-03T04:14:00 Revamping Ghana's Revenue: How Anthony Kwasi Sarpong is leading the charge https://www.myjoyonline.com/revamping-ghanas-revenue-how-anthony-kwasi-sarpong-is-leading-the-charge https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-28.png GH en Anthony Kwasi Sarpong has been appointed Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). He is an alumnus of the University of Ghana Business School and Harvard University. He is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Practitioner. His career spans nearly three decades in finance, taxation, and public sector reforms. He was the Country Managing Partner at KPMG Ghana. Ghana has entered a new era of revenue administration with the appointment of Anthony Kwasi Sarpong as the Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). A trailblazer in finance, taxation...[+4814 chars] 2025-02-03T04:09:41 SEC assures of equitable access to financial services for women Daily Trust https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4090750/sec-assures-of-equitable-access-to-financial-services-for-women.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that female women traders, entrepreneurs, professionals and investors have equitable access to financial services, investment opportunities and the necessary tools to build sustainable wealth. She was speaking at the Shes Included Gender Inclusion Conference and Summit 2025 themed Breaking Barriers, Building Resilience for Sustainable Economic The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that female women traders, entrepreneurs, professionals and investors have equitable access to financial services...[+229 chars] 2025-02-03T03:45:00 The role of future internal auditors in ensuring sustainability — Azleen Ilias https://www.malaymail.com/news/what-you-think/2025/02/03/the-role-of-future-internal-auditors-in-ensuring-sustainability-azleen-ilias/165319 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/02/03/thumbs/400x400/258879.jpg MY en In Malaysia, the significance of ESG and sustainability audits is acknowledged. Future accounting students need to be trained to assess their company's environmental footprint. Internal auditors play a crucial role in risk management and sustainability by reviewing and quality-checking sustainability data. Future graduates need to acquire strong analytical skills. FEBRUARY 3 — It is essential to understand how ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria and sustainability standards can be integrated into company operations and audits. Ensuring that a c...[+6200 chars] 2025-02-03T03:22:36 SEC Grants Extension for Submission of EE's Amended Financial Statements (SEC News) Pr Desk https://www.thailand-business-news.com/markets/192679-sec-grants-extension-for-submission-of-ees-amended-financial-statements-sec-news https://i0.wp.com/b2thbz.siamnews.network/2025/01/76d6c452-thai-sec.jpg TH en SEC extended deadline for EE to submit rectified financial statements for 2023 and 2024. Observations on asset impairment needed adjustments. EE requested extension due to IFA review and auditor timing. The deadline for the 2023 revised financial statements is February 28, 2025, while for the third quarter of 2024 it's March 10, 2025. SEC extended deadline for EE to submit rectified financial statements for 2023 and 2024. Observations on asset impairment needed adjustments. EE requested extension due to IFA review and auditor timin...[+1895 chars] 2025-02-03T03:10:09 OPS calls for united private sector to drive economic development Guardian Nigeria https://guardian.ng/news/ops-calls-for-united-private-sector-to-drive-economic-development https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Dele-Kelvin-Oye.jpg NG en Dele Kelvin Oye was recently elected chairman of the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN). He has promised to work with all stakeholders to address the pressing issues facing the private sector. Oye wants to foster an environment where diversity is celebrated and all members feel equally represented. "Chairman of the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN), Dele Kelvin Oye, has called for a united and inclusive private sector to drive sustainable economic growth and development in the country. O...[+1769 chars]" 2025-02-03T02:48:51 Retail investors account for 57% of Frencken Group Limited's (SGX:E28) ownership, while private companies account for 24% Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/retail-investors-account-57-frencken-024851125.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4020998fe5d069537fb917fd739e4047 US en Frencken Group Limited (SGX:E28) is owned by the general public with 57% of the shares. Private companies account for 24%. The company's largest shareholder is Precico Holdings Sdn. Bhd., with ownership of 9.8%. Insider shareholders own S$44m worth of stock in the S$483m company. "Frencken Group's significant retail investors ownership suggests that the key decisions are influenced by shareholders from the larger public 43% of the business is held by the top 25 shareholders Own...[+5289 chars]" 2025-02-03T01:41:51 1st OICCI Climate Excellence Awards: Nestle Pakistan wins top Climate Champion Award https://www.brecorder.com/news/40345956/1st-oicci-climate-excellence-awards-nestle-pakistan-wins-top-climate-champion-award https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/03061933379d5e3.jpg?r=061937 PK en Nestle Pakistan won the top Climate Champion Award at the OICCI Climate Excellence Awards. Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah emphasized the importance of climate change. Nestle invested PKR 2 billion in renewable power and sustainability initiatives, operationalizing two 2.5 and 2.6 MW solar power plants, and a biomass boiler. KARACHI: Nestle Pakistan's efforts towards climate action, sustainability, renewable energy and regenerative agriculture were recognized at the 1st OICCI Climate Excellence Awards, as it won the top C...[+1816 chars] 2025-02-03T00:10:22 Japan to tighten screening of foreign investors The Japan News https://asianews.network/japan-to-tighten-screening-of-foreign-investors https://asianews.network/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/alexander-smagin-f63S1jmvjA8-unsplash1.jpg SG en The government will expand the scope of overseas investors subject to screening prior to investing in Japanese companies. The government is believed to be aiming to prevent the outflow of technologies and other information held by Japanese companies as early as spring. Chinese companies are expected to be subject to the revision as they are obligated to cooperate with the country's intelligence-gathering activities. "February 3, 2025 TOKYO – The government will expand the scope of overseas investors subject to screening prior to investing in Japanese companies, The Yomiuri Shimbun has learned. A new category of 's...[+1714 chars]" 2025-02-03T00:00:00 Regulatory action ‘decisive factor' in financial sector growth FT Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/regulatory_action_8216decisive_factor_8217_in_financial_sect https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Regulators' decisions will be the defining factor shaping the financial services sector this year and for the foreseeable future, industry leaders said at the 3rd Annual Forecast Dinner and Charter Recognition Ceremony in Accra. ESG initiatives may involve high initial costs, but the long-term benefits significantly outweigh expenses. Regulators' decisions – or lack thereof – will be the defining factor shaping the financial services sector this year and for the foreseeable future, industry leaders said at a gathering in Accra. Spe...[+235 chars] 2025-02-03T00:00:00 The Great Green Retreat: How U.S. Businesses Are Withdrawing From Climate Commitments Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/The_Great_Green_Retreat_How_US_Businesses_Are_Withdrawing_Fr https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "CEO Kathleen Egan recommends U.S. businesses shift from short-term politics to a longer-term approach on climate change. Â   in her article, ""Shifting to a Long-term Strategy on Climate Change"", she writes." As U.S. businesses retreat from climate commitments, CEO Kathleen Egan recommends shifting from short-term politics to a longer-term approach. 2025-02-03T00:00:00 US investor Danny Gaekwad Developments & Investments seeks Sebi exemption for Religare takeover The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/US_investor_Danny_Gaekwad_Developments_Investments_seeks_Seb_h https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Danny Gaekwad Developments & Investments has requested Sebi to allow a public announcement for the project. Sebi has yet to respond to the request for the announcement. It is expected to be made public soon, according to the developer. Danny Gaekwad Developments & Investments has requested Sebi to allow a public announcement for 2025-02-03T00:00:00 IICA ORGANIZES A CUSTOMIZED THREE DAYS TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAMME 'ESG FOR BOARD MEMBERS' AT THE UNITED NATIONS REGIONAL OFFICE FOR ASIA AND PACIFIC, BANGKOK, THAILAND (Ministry of Corporate Affairs of the Republic of India) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/iica_organizes_a_customized_three_days_training_and_certific https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en IICA organizes a three-day training and certificate programme for board members. The program covers environmental and social policy issues in the board's deliberations. It is available at the U.N. Regional Office for Asia and Pacific and in Bangkok, Thailand. ") Ministry of Corporate Affairs IICA ORGANIZES A CUSTOMIZED THREE DAYS TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAMME ""ESG FOR BOARD MEMBERS"" AT THE UNITED NATIONS REGIONAL OFFICE FOR ASIA AND PACIFIC, BANGKOK,...[+104 chars]" 2025-02-03T00:00:00 SGBX Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Merger of Safe & Green ... Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/SGBX_Stock_Alert_Halper_Sadeh_LLC_Is_Investigating_Whether_t_8 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating the merger of Safe & Green Holdings Corp. with Olenox and is investigating whether the merger is merger is a good idea or not. Â in the investor rights law firm's investigation. NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the merger of Safe & Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SGBX) with Olenox 2025-02-03T00:00:00 ‘THEY'RE NUTS': Kevin O'Leary slams Costco for doubling down on DEI policy Canoe https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/THEY_RE_NUTS_Kevin_O_Leary_slams_Costco_for_doubling_down_on https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "As more companies slash their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and practices, Costco continues to push back. Kevin O'Leary finds it 'nuts' if Costco wants to fight the federal government on policy. . ""They're nuts if they think I want them fighting the federalGovernment on policy""" As more companies slash their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and practices, Costco continues to push back, something investor Kevin O'Leary finds 'nuts.'Advertisement 2 Story continues be...[+162 chars] 2025-02-03T00:00:00 Government wavering on climate commitments amid global uncertainty The Jakarta Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/Government_wavering_on_climate_commitments_amid_global_uncer https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Indonesia's government questions the need for Indonesia's commitment to the 2015 Paris Climate Accords amid sluggish global progress and U.S. disruption. The government has to choose whether to double down on its contributions or empower its dirty energy interests at a crucial moment. T he government has begun questioning the need for Indonesia's commitment to the 2015 Paris Climate Accords amid sluggish global progress and United States disruption, raising concerns ahead of a cruc...[+114 chars] 2025-02-03T00:00:00 SEBI to mandate separate reporting on digital assurance of financial statement Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/SEBI_to_mandate_separate_reporting_on_digital_assurance_of_f https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Board of India proposes to mandate a separate reporting on digital assurance of financial statement to improve transparency, improve disclosure standards and enable better enforcement. This will provide greater investor protection and trust in the ecosystem, according to SEBI's Technical Guide on Digital Assurance. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed to mandate a separate reporting on digital assurance of financial statement, with an aim to improve transparency, improve disclosure stan...[+158 chars] 2025-02-03T00:00:00 Rancho Mirage Writers Festival: Bill Gates talks new book, living in Coachella Valley Desert Sun https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/Rancho_Mirage_Writers_Festival_Bill_Gates_talks_new_book_liv https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "In 2015, world leaders committed to reducing global emissions to zero by 2050, but Bill Gates has a different outlook now. The daily life of a Desert Sun reporter is a never-ending game of ""what will today bring?”. Bill Gates was not optimistic in 2015." Bill Gates on reducing emissions and climate change now After not being optimistic in 2015, when world leaders committed to reducing global emissions to zero by 2050, Bill Gates has a different persep...[+119 chars] 2025-02-03T00:00:00 2025.02.03 Share buyback program – weekly statement (Velcan Holdings SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/20250203_Share_buyback_program_weekly_statement_Velcan_Holdi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The shareholders' meeting of 29th June 2021 approved the purchase programme. The deadline for redeeming the shares is from 27 January 2025 to 31 January 2025, subject to the disclosure of the terms of the program.    i ) Luxembourg, 3 February 2025 SHARES REPURCHASE PROGRAMME Authorized by the shareholders' meeting held on 29th June 2021 Implemented upon the decision of the Board of Directors dated 8 January 2025, D...[+66 chars] 2025-02-03T00:00:00 DEI's ‘Inclusive Culture, Diverse Representation' Is Important, Leadership Firm Says Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/03/DEI_s_Inclusive_Culture_Diverse_Representation_Is_Important_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Egon Zehnder's global head of DEI believes the principles behind these initiatives will remain at the core of what companies do, even if the conversation becomes fraught. He believes it's important to keep the principles at the heart of what they do. Egon Zehnder's global head of DEI believes the principles behind these initiatives will remain at the core of what companies do, even if the conversation becomes fraught. 2025-02-02T22:43:28 Donald Trump leads a pushback against DEI - but these companies won't back down Breck Dumas https://www.skynews.com.au/world-news/united-states/donald-trump-leads-a-pushback-against-dei-but-these-companies-wont-back-down/news-story/9c524ab0c0f91077b011cb07b106a10c https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/b434586f843e26c198e26d8460e30fb7 AU en Some American companies have rolled back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in response to customer backlash, pressure from conservative-leaning groups and activists, and possible legal risks. Donald Trump signed an executive order ending DEI offices and initiatives across the federal workforce in his first week in office. However, some companies are standing firm and maintaining their DEI policies, including Apple, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and Costco. A slew of American companies have scaled back their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives over the past year amid pressure from activists and concerns over legal risks, but many are standi...[+3501 chars] 2025-02-02T21:30:00 Sansiri supports several projects Kanana Katharangsiporn https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2953120/sansiri-supports-several-projects https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/02/03/5453170_700.jpg TH en Sansiri Plc has earned an AAA SET ESG rating in 2024. The company has been included in the Thailand Sustainability Investment index since 2020. It is committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in its workplace. It has been a partner of Unicef for more than a decade. Sansiri Plc has reinforced its leadership in sustainable property development by earning an AAA SET ESG rating in 2024, building on its consistent inclusion in the Thailand Sustainability Investment i...[+9290 chars] 2025-02-02T20:37:19 SEC pledges commitment to women's equitable investment opportunities NAN https://guardian.ng/about-guardian-news/sec-pledges-commitment-to-womens-equitable-investment-opportunities https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Securities-and-Exchange-Commission-1.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensure investors get equitable access to financial services and investment opportunities. The commission's Executive Commissioner, Corporate Services, Mrs Samiya Usman, made the commitment on Sunday. She said the commission's dedication to fostering an inclusive financial ecosystem that empowered women across all sectors was unquestionable. "The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensure investors get equitable access to financial services and investment opportunities. A statement by SEC said the comm...[+1986 chars]" 2025-02-02T18:54:49 Organised Private Sector seeks collaboration to drive sustainable economic development Iheanyi Nwachukwu https://businessday.ng/news/article/organised-private-sector-seeks-collaboration-to-drive-sustainable-economic-development https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Dele-Kelvin-Oye.png NG en Dele Kelvin Oye was recently elected chairman of the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN). He has called for a united and inclusive private sector to drive sustainable economic growth and development in the country. Oye promised to work collectively with all stakeholders to address the pressing issues facing the private sector while leveraging the unique strengths and perspectives of its diverse membership. Iheanyi Nwachukwu is a creative content writer with over 18 years journalism experience. "Dele Kelvin Oye, chairman, Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN) Dele Kelvin Oye, chairman, Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN) has called for a united and inclusive private sector to driv...[+3262 chars]" 2025-02-02T18:17:53 JSW Infra promoters plan to sell stake to fund Rs 39,000 crore capex https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/jsw-infra-promoters-plan-to-sell-stake-to-fund-rs-39000-crore-capex/articleshow/117865495.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-15864,resizemode-75,msid-117865495/industry/banking/finance/jsw-infra-promoters-plan-to-sell-stake-to-fund-rs-39000-crore-capex.jpg IN en Sajjan Jindal family plans to dilute 14% of its promoter stake in JSW Infrastructure to fund a ₹39,000-crore capex over the next five years. JSW Infra will look at acquisitions and aims for increased revenue growth and Ebitda margins. "Synopsis Sajjan Jindal family plans to dilute 14% of its promoter stake in JSW Infrastructure to fund a ₹39,000-crore capex over the next five years. The company, listed in September 2023, aims to mai...[+164 chars]" 2025-02-02T18:02:33 SEC files complaint vs. Seataoo Group for offering securities Manila Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/02/SEC_files_complaint_vs_Seataoo_Group_for_offering_securities https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aj9coPGuFkM/0.jpg US en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it will not change its rules regarding stock market trading.    for the time being, the SEC said it won't change its current rules for trading on the stock market. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it 2025-02-02T17:57:04 Zakati campaign: Accurate zakat calculation automation Sharjah 24 https://sharjah24.ae/en/Articles/2025/02/02/d83 https://sharjah24.ae/-/media/Sharjah24/Articles/2025/February-2025/02/d83.jpg?20250202235755 AE en The General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat is promoting the Emirates Digital Programme for Corporate Zakat Calculation (Fourth Generation) on the Zakat Fund website. Dr Omar Habtoor Al Darei, chairman of the Authority, emphasised that the initiative is in harmony with the UAE's innovation strategy. "Aligning with the UAE's innovation strategy Dr Omar Habtoor Al Darei, chairman of the General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat, emphasised that the initiative is in harmony with th...[+935 chars]" 2025-02-02T16:36:31 SEC pledges commitment to financial inclusionforwomen Tribune https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4090269/sec-pledges-commitment-to-financial-inclusionforwomen.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en SEC reaffirms commitment to financial inclusion for women. SEC spoke at the She's Included Gender Inclusion Conference and Summit 2025 themed, Breaking Barriers, Building Resilience for Sustainable Economic. For confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 1-800-273-8255 or visit www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org. Tribune OnlineSEC pledges commitment to financial inclusionforwomenThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that women, whether traders, entrepreneurs, pr...[+367 chars] 2025-02-02T16:26:00 CSI Properties Limited HK$2 billion Fundraising Proposal led by Chairman and Controlling Shareholder Mico Chung to Strengthen Balance Sheet PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/csi-properties-limited-hk-2-billion-fundraising-proposal-led-by-chairman-and-controlling-shareholder-mico-chung-to-strengthen-balance-sheet-122213.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1738559703 VN en Gaw Capital will contribute up to HK$ 758 million in new equity capital and an additional senior unsecured note of HK$500 million to the HK$9 billion asset disposal program to narrow NAV discount and strengthen shareholders' equity and working capital. Controlling shareholder is leading the Fundraising with HK$400 million committed and will remain as the largest shareholder. Chairman Chung will be underwriting $400 million worth of rights shares. Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC RSM Vietnam D.lion Dentons LuatViet Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking P...[+6659 chars] 2025-02-02T16:16:48 The Free Press Journal Annual Report Awards 2024: Jury Calls For Transparent Financial Reporting, Fair Disclosure Practices FPJ News Service https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/the-free-press-journal-annual-report-awards-2024-jury-calls-for-transparent-financial-reporting-fair-disclosure-practices https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-02-02/j2jb28tj/Screenshot-2025-02-02-214256.png IN en The jury of India's Best Annual Report Awards 2024 has called for transparent financial reporting, sound corporate governance and fair disclosure practices. M. Damodaran, former chairman of Sebi and chairperson of Excellence Enablers, is the jury chairman. Abizer Diwanji, founder, NeoStrat and advisor LLP, Keki Mistry, former CEO, HDFC, Mehul Pandya, MD & Group CEO, Care Edge, PD Singh, Former CEO, JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (India), R. Mukundan, CEO, Tata Chemicals, Shailesh Haribhakti, Utpal Sheth, CEO & Sr. Partner, RARE Enterprises, Vish The jury of India's Best Annual Report Awards 2024, constituted by The Free Press Journal and Care Edge has called for transparent financial reporting, sound corporate governance and fair disclosure p...[+3475 chars] 2025-02-02T15:38:58 Virginia Attorney General asks Costco to end DEI policies Marysa Tuttle https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/virginia-attorney-general-asks-costco-to-end-dei-policies/ar-AA1yhw5f US en Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has signed a letter urging the CEO of Costco to end 'unlawful' diversity, equity and inclusion policies at the company. President Donald Trump's executive order encourages the private sector to end DEI discrimination and preferences. Amazon, Ford, McDonald's, Meta and Walmart have pulled back on their DEI policies. Costco's board of directors voted to reject a proposal requiring the store to evaluate any business risks posed by its DEI practices. RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has signed a letter, alongside multiple other state attorneys general, urging the CEO of Costco to end 'unlawful' diversity, equity and i...[+1562 chars] 2025-02-02T09:25:46 DORA plays crucial role against digital risks Guest Columnist https://www.financialmirror.com/2025/02/02/dora-plays-crucial-role-against-digital-risks https://www.financialmirror.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/nicole-European-Union-Commission-Digital-Operational-Resilience-Act-DORA.jpeg CY en Nicole Phinopoulou is a lawyer specialising in banking and financial services, ESG and sustainable finance, regulatory compliance and environmental sustainability. She is a strong supporter of the European Union's Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). DORA took effect on January 17 this year. "Strengthening financial resilience for a greener future By Nicole Phinopoulou The financial sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by two fundamental forces — digital resilience and su...[+4316 chars]" 2025-02-02T07:51:10 How corporate philanthropy can rewrite the rules of sustainable finance Ahmed Galal Ismail https://www.arabnews.com/node/2588709 https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/authors/4569700-ahmedgalalismailceoofmajidalfuttaimholding2.png SA en There is a funding shortfall for global sustainability efforts. Corporate philanthropic funding for climate and nature initiatives grew by 78 percent over the past five years, but it still accounts for less than 5 percent of total corporate philanthropic spending. Corporations could channel philanthropic capital into re-skilling and upskilling initiatives that prepare workers for the jobs of the future. GCC-based corporations can integrate philanthropy into their philanthropic strategies. "https://arab.news/r35f7 Upon the signing of the monumental Paris Agreement at COP21 in 20215, the then World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim infamously said: 'We called for strong ambition, for rema...[+5725 chars]" 2025-02-02T06:22:32 Union Budget: Nirmala Sithraman raises FDI limit in insurance to 100 per cent Pinak Ghosh https://www.telegraphindia.com/business/union-budget-2025-26-nirmala-sithraman-raises-fdi-limit-in-insurance-to-100-per-cent/cid/2081138 https://assets.telegraphindia.com/telegraph/2024/Nov/1731322777_insurance.jpg IN en Nirmala Sithraman proposed to raise the foreign direct investment limit to 100% from 74%. The current guardrails and conditionalities associated with foreign investment will be reviewed and simplified. FDI limit in insurance was raised from 49% to 74% in 2021. "Finance minister Nirmala Sithraman on Saturday proposed to raise the foreign direct investment limit to 100 per cent from 74 per cent. ""This enhanced limit will be available for those companies which ...[+2215 chars]" 2025-02-02T05:00:00 After DEI, the next frontier is ESG M.B. Mathews https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2025/02/after_dei_the_next_frontier_is_esg.html https://images.americanthinker.com/vc/vc3pk7hv8pyvfvwdyrhw_800.JPG US en "DEI is hiding in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) system. ESG is a system that assesses and regulates a company's ""sustainability"", ethics and practices. More than 90 percent of S&P 500 companies have adopted practices or changed business policies due to ESG. Heritage Action For America claims ESG policies are being used to advance a ""woke"" cultural agenda." DEI is hiding in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and must be exposed and eliminated. DEI is on its way out, but there is a fetid, hidden cavern where it still thrives unmolested: ESG. Amon...[+5633 chars] 2025-02-02T03:40:55 Sustainable Solutions and DEI Conclave 2025 held in Bhubaneswar Reshmi Yadav https://www.orissapost.com/sustainable-solutions-and-dei-conclave-2025-held-in-bhubaneswar https://www.orissapost.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp-Image-2025-02-01-at-8.42.10-PM.jpeg IN en The Aashdit Foundation and Diverseus Society Trust hosted the Sustainable Solutions and DEI Conclave 2025 in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. The event brought together industry leaders, sustainability experts, professionals and students to promote discussions on fostering inclusive and sustainable business practices. "By Reshmi Yadav, OP Bhubaneswar: The Aashdit Foundation and Diverseus Society Trust hosted the Sustainable Solutions and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Conclave 2025 Saturday, under the theme ...[+1484 chars]" 2025-02-02T03:40:55 Building inclusive, sustainable businesses Reshmi Yadav https://www.orissapost.com/building-inclusive-sustainable-businesses https://www.orissapost.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp-Image-2025-02-01-at-8.42.10-PM.jpeg IN en The Aashdit Foundation and Diverseus Society Trust hosted the Sustainable Solutions and DEI Conclave 2025 in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. The event brought together industry leaders, sustainability experts, professionals and students to promote discussions on fostering inclusive and sustainable business practices. "By Reshmi Yadav, OP Bhubaneswar: The Aashdit Foundation and Diverseus Society Trust hosted the Sustainable Solutions and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Conclave 2025 Saturday, under the theme ...[+1484 chars]" 2025-02-02T01:59:47 There is no push for mandatory diversity on ASX boards Elizabeth Johnstone https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/there-is-no-push-for-mandatory-diversity-on-asx-boards-20250202-p5l8v2 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.1935%2C$multiply_4%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_55/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/6e7d4113bf2af9256490c95ea5b046a0f70f5de0 AU en My role is chair of the ASX Corporate Governance Council, which comprises 19 organisational members representing a range of business, shareholder and industry groups. Our primary role is to develop a principles-based document for ASX-listed entities to promote investor confidence and help listed entities meet stakeholder expectations concerning their governance. My role is chair of the independent ASX Corporate Governance Council, which comprises 19 organisational members representing a range of business, shareholder and industry groups to share insights and ...[+253 chars] 2025-02-02T01:09:00 South Burlington hires first-ever climate manager Hailey Morgan https://www.wcax.com/2025/02/02/south-burlington-hires-first-ever-climate-manager https://gray-wcax-prod.gtv-cdn.com/resizer/v2/ZEHUNS3VVZA5NHKFHP3ZIXTUQY.bmp?auth=e82c75ca0466512fc49454eb1cbec922142c1549489f4c16347fe3a54488c67f&width=1200&height=600&smart=true US en Bettina Miguez has been hired as the first-ever climate manager for South Burlington. She will help the city find loans and grant funding for various projects to mitigate climate change. The city is collecting data to see what goals have already been accomplished. "SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The city of South Burlington has brought a new member to their team, to help cool down the climate crisis. The city has hired their first-ever climate manager, her name ...[+649 chars]" 2025-02-02T00:00:00 How will DEI fare in NZ in 2025 (AUT - Ackland University of Technology) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/02/How_will_DEI_fare_in_NZ_in_2025_AUT_Ackland_University_of_Te https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en How will DEI fare in NZ in 2025? Kate Kearins asks Professor VC and Dean of Business, Economics & Law. In the United States, a growing number of companies are either pulling back from, watering down or removing their policies and commitments to diversity, equity and justice. ) How will DEI fare in NZ in 2025? 03 Feb, 2025 Tweet Professor VC and Dean of Business, Economics & Law, Kate Kearins. In the United States, a growing number of companies are either pulling back from...[+83 chars] 2025-02-01T19:40:04 US Marshals missed deadline for report on Silk Road Bitcoin to Senator Lummis Bit RSS https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/01/US_Marshals_missed_deadline_for_report_on_Silk_Road_Bitcoin_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tYqTgtzvrjc/0.jpg US en The missed deadline highlights the need for transparency and accountability in managing, as well as the need to be more transparent and accountable in managing the company. The company missed the deadline by a matter of days, as reported by the media. The deadline has been missed by the management. The missed deadline highlights the need for transparency and accountability in managing 2025-02-01T19:39:45 Reviving the National Green Reporting System in Sri Lanka damith https://www.sundayobserver.lk/2025/02/02/business/43972/reviving-the-national-green-reporting-system-in-sri-lanka https://www.sundayobserver.lk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/31-Reviving.jpg LK en Corporate environmental disclosures are essential for fostering transparency and accountability. In Sri Lanka, two national frameworks shape the environmental disclosure landscape: the Sri Lanka Financial Reporting Standards (SLFRS) and the National Green Reporting System (NGRS). NGRS is a voluntary framework aimed at integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics into local business practices, particularly in manufacturing and services sectors. SMEs make up the majority of businesses in Sri Lanka and they form the backbone of most supply chains. The SMEs struggle to meet the growing demands for data collection and sustainability compliance. "73 Corporate environmental disclosures are essential for fostering transparency and accountability, allowing businesses to communicate their environmental impacts and risks, while aligning with global...[+7102 chars]" 2025-02-01T16:01:29 Real estate pros must adapt to new ESG rules and realities to thrive Avril Clare https://www.businesspost.ie/article/real-estate-pros-must-adapt-to-new-esg-rules-and-realities-to-thrive https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=d05b697c-a1fa-5015-99dc-ba0d3a2d711e&type=preview&function=original IE en The market outlook for 2025 is complex and growth within the various components of the property sector is uneven. Real estate pros must adapt to new ESG rules and realities to thrive as companies prepare for a wave of EU directives on corporate reporting requirements, Avril Clare reports. "Commercial Property Real estate pros must adapt to new ESG rules and realities to thrive As companies prepare for a wave of EU directives on corporate reporting requirements, Avril Clare 16:00 The mar...[+105 chars]" 2025-02-01T15:56:00 Ecopetrol Announces Changes in Senior Management Ecopetrol S.A https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/ecopetrol-announces-changes-in-senior-management/article_9137f6e6-80e4-5a2c-bdce-41cfc0cf1f03.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Board of Directors of Ecopetrol S.A. approved changes to its organizational structure on January 31, 2025. The changes were made to strengthen the management of its business lines, maintain competitive returns and segregate activities related to management from those related to execution. "BOGOTA, Colombia, Feb. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) announces that, in line with the 2040 strategy named ""Energy that Transforms,"" which seeks the Company's positi...[+990 chars]" 2025-02-01T13:35:15 Government Urged to Revisit Emissions Levy to Boost Green Energy Adoption News Ghana https://newsghana.com.gh/government-urged-to-revisit-emissions-levy-to-boost-green-energy-adoption https://newsghana.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/TAX.jpg GH en Wilfred Neneh Addico, Advisory Partner at Makers and Partners (MAP), has called on the government to reassess the implementation of the Emissions Levy Act, 2023 (Act 1112) at a forum organized by the University of Ghana Business School Accounting Association and MAP. The forum was themed 'Environmental, Social, and Governance Practices for a Sustainable Future' and aimed to educate students on the opportunities within the ESG sector. "Tax Wilfred Neneh Addico, Advisory Partner at Makers and Partners (MAP), has called on the government to reassess the implementation of the Emissions Levy Act, 2023 (Act 1112), arguing that it could s...[+3880 chars]" 2025-02-01T12:30:00 Group Financial Controller, Consolidation and Accounting https://e24.no/ledige-stillinger/s/O9kJLh https://static.e24.no/v3/stilling/internal/b998f765-f4f2-41be-b230-327d626670f1.jpeg NO en Hydro is looking for a Group Financial Controller to join its team in Group Accounting and Reporting. The department is responsible for preparing Hydro's quarterly and annual external financial and sustainability reporting, defining accounting and ESG reporting policies, and developing the Internal Control framework in Hydro. The team performs consolidation of Hydro's Group financial statements and the business areas/segments. The position requires a Master's degree in Accounting or Business Administration and 3-5 years' experience with consolidation and accounting related issues. Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next c...[+3121 chars] 2025-02-01T12:00:47 O'Leary rips Costco for bucking DEI trend: 'Bad for business' Agustin Hays https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/smallbusiness/o-leary-rips-costco-for-bucking-dei-trend-bad-for-business/ar-AA1yeurW US en "As more companies turn their backs and rescind DEI policies, Costco's move to stand firm puzzled Kevin O'Leary. He believes it is ""bad for business"" and urged the retail company to find a resolution. He also believes that diversity can be achieved through a merit-based approach." "As more companies turn their backs and rescind DEI policies, Costco's move to stand firm puzzled O'Leary Ventures Chairman Kevin O'Leary.The ""Shark Tank"" investor declared Costco is ""nuts"" during Wedn...[+5020 chars]" 2025-02-01T11:07:00 Exxon's CEO touted this ‘huge advantage' in building power plants for AI data centers Jason Ma https://www.msn.com/en-us/technology/general/exxon-s-ceo-touted-this-huge-advantage-in-building-power-plants-for-ai-data-centers/ar-AA1yebzJ US en Exxon Mobil is building a power plant to supply power for AI data centers. CEO Darren Woods claims Exxon has the world's only end-to-end system for capturing, transporting, and storing CO2. Chevron announced it formed a partnership with the investment firm Engine No. 1 to build gas-fired power plants for data centers by late 2027. "Fortune 500 company Exxon Mobil is bullish on its ability to supply power for AI data centers and claimed a key advantage in building decarbonized gas-fired plants. In a conference call with analysts ...[+2958 chars]" 2025-02-01T10:28:06 Modern trainings essential to maintain cleanliness standards :chairman Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/01/Modern_trainings_essential_to_maintain_cleanliness_standards https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iQ6dcGLAc5g/0.jpg US en Naimat Ullah Khan is the Chairman Board of Directors of Water and Sanitation Services Company (WSSC-DIKhan). He said the organisation is committed to providing better living for the people of Dera Ismail Khan in 2025. Dera Ismail Khan, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 1st Feb, 2025) The Chairman Board of Directors, of Water and Sanitation Services Company (WSSC-DIKhan) Naimat Ullah Khan has said the organisation ...[+39 chars] 2025-02-01T09:53:00 Carbon Done Right Announces Extension of Non-Brokered Private Placement Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/01/Carbon_Done_Right_Announces_Extension_of_NonBrokered_Private https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/01/[] US en Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. (TSXV: KLX) is a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits sourced exclusively from afforestation and green development. For confidential support call the company on 1-800-273-8255. "VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. (""Carbon Done Right"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV: KLX)�(FSE: Q1C),�a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits so...[+40 chars]" 2025-02-01T09:04:43 Venture Life Group (LON:VLG) investors are sitting on a loss of 24% if they invested three years ago Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/venture-life-group-lon-vlg-090443100.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/a5d675ecb2e1e865363657d062562da8 US en Venture Life Group plc's share price is down 24% in the last three years, falling short of the market return of around 19%. It's also down 19% in about a quarter. The company became profitable within the last five years, but revenue is up 21%. In the last year, insiders made significant purchases. In order to justify the effort of selecting individual stocks, it's worth striving to beat the returns from a market index fund. But in any portfolio, there are likely to be some stocks that fall shor...[+3683 chars] 2025-02-01T06:14:39 Hughes questions sale of prime lands to Ed Ahmad Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/02/01/news/guyana/hughes-questions-sale-of-prime-lands-to-ed-ahmad https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2025/02/Ed-Ahmad.jpg GY en The Ministry of Housing sold prime lands at Ogle and near to ExxonMobil's headquarters for $30 million per acre to a local company whose director is controversial Guyanese businessman Edul 'Ed'Ahmad. Alliance For Change presidential candidate, Nigel Hughes, shared excerpts of the document on his Facebook Page. Hughes wants the Minister responsible for CH&PA to issue an immediate statement on the authenticity of the agreement. "-CH&PA says its transactions transparent The Ministry of Housing last year sold prime lands at Ogle and near to ExxonMobil's headquarters, for $30 million per acre to a local company whose director is...[+874 chars]" 2025-02-01T05:31:59 Q4 2024 Exxon Mobil Corp Earnings Call Thomson Reuters Street Events https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/q4-2024-exxon-mobil-corp-053159594.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en Darren Woods, Chairman and CEO of ExxonMobil, and Kathryn Mikells, Senior Vice President and CFO, will talk about ExxonMobil's fourth quarter, 2024 earnings call. The presentation and prerecorded remarks are available on the Investors section of the company's website. "James Chapman; Vice President - Tax, Treasurer; Exxon Mobil Corp Darren Woods; Chairman of the Board, President, Chief Executive Officer; Exxon Mobil Corp Kathryn Mikells; Chief Financial Officer, Sen...[+54907 chars]" 2025-02-01T04:32:57 Q4 2024 Eastman Chemical Co Earnings Call Thomson Reuters Street Events https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/q4-2024-eastman-chemical-co-043257189.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en Gregory Riddle, Mark Costa, Willie McLain, Jake LaRoe, Emily Alexander, William Mclain, James Canon, David Begleiter, Mike Sison, Aleksey Yefremov, Vincent Andrews, Jeff Zekauskas, Patrick Cunningham, Salvator Tiano, Michael Leithead, Arun Vishwanathan, RBC, John Roberts, and Mizuho are on the conference call. "Gregory Riddle; Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications; Eastman Chemical Co Mark Costa; Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer; Eastman Chemical Co William Mclain; Chi...[+46763 chars]" 2025-02-01T04:11:31 Powering a Greener Future: How Rite Foods Limited is Leading the Charge in Clean Energy. Business Day https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4087221/powering-a-greener-future-how-rite-foods-limited-is-leading-the-charge-in-clean-.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Rite Foods Limited is leading the charge in clean energy production in a world where climate change and environmental degradation are increasingly pressing concerns. The company is expected to minimize its environmental footprint.   . for the betterment of the environment. In a world where climate change and environmental degradation are increasingly pressing concerns, manufacturing companies are expected to minimize theirread more Powering a Greener Future: How Rite Fo...[+81 chars] 2025-02-01T03:39:00 Sebi voices concern about 'Greenwashing' by corporates ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-voices-concern-about-greenwashing-by-corporates/articleshow/117808254.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117808257,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-8430,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi has expressed concerns about 'greenwashing' claims of corporations in their environment, social and governance (ESG) disclosures. ESG disclosures in annual reports have been made mandatory for companies to which such norms would typically apply. Sebi has defined greenwashing as making false, misleading, unsubstantiated or incomplete claims about the sustainability of a product, service or business operation. "Mumbai: A senior Sebi official Friday expressed concerns about ' greenwashing ' claims of corporates in their environment, social and governance (ESG) disclosures. ""We looked at the claims and what is...[+2752 chars]" 2025-02-01T03:30:00 SEC Unveils Strategic Plan 2025–2027 to Bolster Trust and Confidence in Thailand's Capital Market Pr Desk https://www.thailand-business-news.com/markets/192508-sec-unveils-strategic-plan-2025-2027-to-bolster-trust-and-confidence-in-thailands-capital-market https://i0.wp.com/b2thbz.siamnews.network/2025/01/sec-building.jpg TH en SEC's Strategic Plan for 2025-2027 emphasizes trust, value creation, and competitiveness in the Thai capital market. Key focuses include economic growth, market confidence, digital technology, and sustainability. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai stressed the importance of fostering trust and confidence in the capital market, which demands robust legal enforcement and prompt penalties for violations. SEC's Strategic Plan for 2025-2027 emphasizes trust, value creation, and competitiveness in the Thai capital market. Key focuses include economic growth, market confidence, digital technology, and sus...[+1861 chars] 2025-02-01T01:30:21 Disclosures made to PSX: row deepens among indirect KE shareholders Mushtaq Ghumman https://www.brecorder.com/news/40345791/disclosures-made-to-psx-row-deepens-among-indirect-ke-shareholders https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/0103385795eee0b.jpg?r=033906 PK en Shaikh Abdul Aziz Hamad Aljomaih is the Managing Director of International Investments. He has serious concerns over disclosures made by K-Electric to Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on 8th July 2024. Sage Venture Group Limited now holds 46.11% shares of K-Power Holding Limited (KPH), giving Sage 11.62% indirect interest within KE. Shaheryar Chishty obtained control of the General Partner in Infrastructure and Growth Fund (IGCF) in 2022. He is in breach of Section 114 of the Securities Act 2015 (SA) in Pakistan. ISLAMABAD: The row among the indirect shareholders of K-Electric Limited through KES Power appears to be intensifying as Shaikh Abdul Aziz Hamad Aljomaih, Managing Director, International Investments ...[+3082 chars] 2025-02-01T01:30:20 Standard Chartered Pakistan supports OICCI's 3rd Climate Conference https://www.brecorder.com/news/40345730/standard-chartered-pakistan-supports-oiccis-3rd-climate-conference https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/02/01021121065412e.jpg?r=021148 PK en Standard Chartered Pakistan was the Platinum Sponsor of the 3rd Pakistan Climate Conference in Karachi. Lina Osman, Head of Sustainable Finance for the Middle East, Pakistan, and Africa, represented the Bank on a panel discussing 'Accelerating Decarbo nisation: Strategies for Mitigation, Innovation, and Climate Resilience'. She highlighted key approaches to decarbonising supply chains, the importance of setting measurable KPIs for clients, innovative financing solutions, and the role of incentives in driving sustainable transitions. KARACHI: Karachi: Standard Chartered Pakistan was the Platinum Sponsor of the 3rd Pakistan Climate Conference, organised by the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) held at a lo...[+862 chars] 2025-02-01T00:31:00 Moss Genomics Announces Closing of Private Placement, Acquisition of 160 Ethereum Cryptocurrency (ETH) and Welcomes Hunter Jordan to Its Board of Directors Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/moss-genomics-announces-closing-private-003100787.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/fb691a50eac14a1140d74baff8a800a1 US en "Moss Genomics Inc. (CSE: MOSS) has closed its previously announced non-brokered private placement of 2,500,000 common shares at $0.10 per Share for total gross proceeds of $250,000. With the closing of the Offering, the Company announces closing of its acquisition of 160 ETH in consideration for the issuance of 7,840,000 shares (the ""ETH Acquisition""). The Company intends to use the net proceeds for general working capital purposes. Hunter Jordan has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors." "Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - January 31, 2025) - Moss Genomics Inc. (CSE: MOSS) (FSE: F73) (the ""Company"" or ""Moss"") is pleased to announce that is has closed its previously announce...[+5946 chars]" 2025-02-01T00:25:34 German Financial Regulator Calls For Reduction Of EU Sustainability Reporting Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/01/31/german-financial-regulator-calls-for-reduction-of-eu-sustainability-reporting https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6515c5c5615005a1762e0a8a/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en As part of the European Green Deal, a series of laws were passed by the EU to force businesses to address climate change and report carbon emissions. The Accounting Standards Committee of Germany proposed four amendments to the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the Corporate Sustaining Due Diligence Directive. The final version of the Omnibus Simplification Package will be released on February 26. A picture taken on May 5, 2021 shows a flag of the European Union flying outside the European ... [+] commission headquarters in Brussels. (Photo by Kenzo TRIBOUILLARD / AFP) (Photo by KENZO TRIBOUILL...[+4834 chars] 2025-02-01T00:00:00 Sebi voices concern about 'Greenwashing' by corporates The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/01/Sebi_voices_concern_about_Greenwashing_by_corporates_k https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sebi has defined greenwashing as making false, misleading, unsubstantiated or incomplete claims about the sustainability of a product, service or business operation and has defined it in this way: greenwashing is making false or misleading claims about a product's sustainability. Sebi has defined greenwashing as making false, misleading, unsubstantiated or incomplete claims about the sustainability of a product, service or business operation. 2025-02-01T00:00:00 Fertiliser and fisheries stocks surge following Union Budget announcements The Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/01/Fertiliser_and_fisheries_stocks_surge_following_Union_Budget https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Saturday that the government will introduce an enabling framework to support the sustainable growth of the fisheries sector in Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ) and high seas. Fishery-linked stocks saw an uptick, with Coastal Corp rising 4%. NEW DELHI: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday s announced that the government will introduce an enabling framework to support the sustainable growth of the fisheries sector in Exclusive E...[+128 chars] 2025-02-01T00:00:00 Türkiye urges UN Security Council to reaffirm sovereign equality of Turkish Cypriots Yeni Ṣafak https://article.wn.com/view/2025/02/01/Turkiye_urges_UN_Security_Council_to_reaffirm_sovereign_equa https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "'We emphasize that just, lasting and sustainable' is the key to being sustainable.   . ""Just, lasting, sustainable"" is a slogan used to promote sustainable development. ""Sustainable development"" is the pursuit of which is just and lasting. " 'We once again emphasize that just, lasting and sustainable 2025-02-01T00:00:00 Elevating CSR in India: From compliance to impact-driven transformation Geetanjali Chopra https://www.dailypioneer.com/2025/columnists/elevating-csr-in-india--from-compliance-to-impact-driven-transformation.html https://www.dailypioneer.com/uploads/2025/story/images/big/elevating-csr-in-india--from-compliance-to-impact-driven-transformation-2025-02-01.jpg IN en Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India was introduced as a legal mandate in 2013. Many companies have shown a sincere commitment to social impact but others have fallen into the traps of misallocation of funds, tokenism, and questionable practices like kickbacks and paybacks. CSR should move beyond compliance to be impact-driven and focus on measuring the difference being made on the ground. The government must act as an active regulator, ensuring companies adhere to guidelines while incentivising innovation and collaboration. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India has significantly progressed over the past decade. Introduced as a legal mandate in 2013, CSR has evolved from a mere compliance obligation to a fundamen...[+4466 chars] 2025-02-01T00:00:00 Where's the 'culture of yes' on climate ambition? The Daily Blog https://thedailyblog.co.nz/2025/02/01/wheres-the-culture-of-yes-on-climate-ambition-green-party https://thedailyblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Unknown-6.jpeg NZ en The Green Party is calling on the Government to strengthen its just-announced NDC. Chlöe Swarbrick says the new NDC is the closest thing to breaking the Paris Agreement and walking away from international climate commitments without actually doing it. The UK has just set a target of reducing their emissions 81% by 2035. .tdi_100.td-a-rec{text-align:center}.tdi_100.td-a-rec:not(.td-a-rec-no-translate){transform:translateZ(0)}.tdi_100 .td-element-style{z-index:-1}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-img{text-align:left}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-...[+2511 chars] 2025-01-31T23:00:00 Cost of carbon would make one in four companies unprofitable, says database Stefan Labbé https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/environment/cost-of-carbon-would-make-one-in-four-companies-unprofitable-says-database-10159274 https://www.vmcdn.ca/f/files/glaciermedia/images/climate-enviro-solutions/sports-and-leisure/plane-cypress.jpg;w=1000;h=574;mode=crop CA en New global database shows hidden environmental costs of carbon emissions for 20,000 public companies, including 363 in Canada. One in four public companies would be unprofitable if they had to pay for damages caused by their carbon pollution. The database is meant to offer accountability and transparency in how companies operate. "New global database shows hidden environmental costs of carbon emissions for 20,000 public companies, including 363 in Canada One in four public companies would be unprofitable if they had to pay for ...[+5343 chars]" 2025-01-31T21:44:34 Health data and webpages disappear as Trump administration targets ‘gender ideology' Associated Press https://www.greeleytribune.com/2025/01/31/trump-gender-ideology-dei https://www.greeleytribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Trump-Transgender-Things_to_Know_27349.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en It asked agencies to remove the term 'gender' from government forms and replace it with'sex' instead of'sex'. It was originally published on January 31, 2025 at 2:44 PM MST. It has been updated to reflect the fact that it asked for the removal of the term. "By | ap@dfmdev.com UPDATED: It asked agencies to remove the term 'gender' from government forms and swap it out with 'sex.' Originally Published: January 31, 2025 at 2:44 PM MST" 2025-01-31T21:44:34 Health data and webpages disappear as Trump administration targets ‘gender ideology' Associated Press https://www.troyrecord.com/2025/01/31/trump-gender-ideology-dei https://www.troyrecord.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Trump-Transgender-Things_to_Know_27349.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en "It asked agencies to remove the term 'gender' from government forms and replace it with'sex' as it is considered offensive.    in 2025.  In 2025, the term ""gender"" will be replaced with ""sex"" in government forms." It asked agencies to remove the term 'gender' from government forms and swap it out with 'sex.' Originally Published: January 31, 2025 at 4:44 PM EST 2025-01-31T21:44:34 Federal agencies directed to remove ‘gender ideology' from websites, contracts and emails Associated Press https://www.record-bee.com/2025/01/31/trump-gender-ideology-dei https://www.record-bee.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Trump-Transgender-Things_to_Know_27349.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en It asked agencies to remove the term 'gender' from government forms and replace it with'sex' in the next version of the form.    in 2025 at 1:44 p.m. PST and in 2025 it will be replaced by'sex'. It asked agencies to remove the term 'gender' from government forms and swap it out with 'sex.' Originally Published: January 31, 2025 at 1:44 PM PST 2025-01-31T21:30:00 SIMPLY BETTER BRANDS CORP. ANNOUNCES FINAL SHARE ISSUANCE UNDER VIBEZ EARNOUT AGREEMENT Simply Better Brands Corp https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/simply-better-brands-corp-announces-final-share-issuance-under-vibez-earnout-agreement-813343501.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2610657/Simply_Better_Brands_Corp__SIMPLY_BETTER_BRANDS_CORP__ANNOUNCES.jpg?p=twitter CA en In connection with the Branding Earnout Agreement dated January 25, 2023, the Company has issued 23,980 common shares. Simply Better Brands Corp. is a rapidly growing brand accelerator in the global protein-based nutrition category. The company aims to redefine modern nutrition while expanding its reach in this dynamic market. "VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 31, 2025 /CNW/ - Simply Better Brands Corp. (""SBBC"" or the ""Company"") (TSX Venture: SBBC) (OTCQX: SBBCF) today announces further to its news release dated January 25, 2023 and in c...[+906 chars]" 2025-01-31T20:48:09 The list of CEOs voicing support for their companies' DEI initiatives is growing https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/31/the-list-of-ceos-voicing-support-for-their-companies-dei-initiatives-is-growing https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-list-of-CEOs-voicing-support-for-their-companies-DEI.jpeg US en Deutsche Bank CEO Christian Sewing is the latest CEO to publicly back their companies' diversity, equity and inclusion policies. JPMorgan's Dimon is defiant in the face of apparent tensions around DEI. Goldman Sachs' Robbins believes DEI is more than a single issue and is made up of 150 different things. Costco's board has reaffirmed the company's dedication to its DEI policies, despite pressure from conservative groups. "The list of CEOs who are publicly backing their companies' DEI policies is growing. Deutsche Bank CEO Christian Sewing is the latest, joining JPMorgan's One of Trump's The pullback on diversity, equit...[+2547 chars]" 2025-01-31T19:45:16 Elon Musk criticised for double standards on BEE laws e NCA https://www.enca.com/videos/discussion-elon-musk-criticised-double-standards-bee-laws https://www.enca.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-01/Kganki%20Matabane%2C%20a%20member%20of%20the%20BEE%20Advisory%20Council.png.webp?itok=-omgmFX8 ZA en There's growing debate around South Africa's Black Economic Empowerment laws. Elon Musk is pushing back against the 30% BEE requirement for his company, Starlink, while in South Africa he's advocating for TikTok to be owned by an American company. "JOHANNESBURG - There's growing debate around South Africa's Black Economic Empowerment laws, with some calling out double standards from high-profile business figures. Elon Musk, the South African-bor...[+322 chars]" 2025-01-31T19:12:00 Guest Column: The Freedom Caucus 'Five And Dime' Plan Failed https://cowboystatedaily.com/2025/01/31/guest-column-the-freedom-caucus-five-and-dime-plan-failed https://cowboystatedaily.imgix.net/Rep.-Karlee-Provenza-D-Laramie-opposed-Bitemans-bill-8.8.23.JPG US en The Freedom Caucus' Five and Dime plan to pass five major bills in 10 days was a waste of time. Rep. Karlee Provenza is the House Minority Whip and represents House District 45 in Laramie. House Bill 80 was meant to prohibit the Treasurer's office from investing in 'woke' companies that follow 'Environmental, Social, and Governance' (ESG) principles, but it was amended to only codify existing practices. I was surprised after I returned home from the capitol on Friday to find Wyoming news outlets reporting that the Freedom Caucus had succeeded in its 'Five and Dime' plan to pass five major bills throu...[+3348 chars] 2025-01-31T18:08:16 Four Key Questions Leaders Must Ask To Navigate Sustainability In 2025 Mary Johnstone-Louis https://www.forbes.com/sites/maryjohnstone-louis/2025/01/31/four-key-questions-leaders-must-ask-to-navigate-sustainability-in-2025 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/679d10706ece855023b704c8/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Some of the world's largest companies spent 2024 preparing for sustainability to move front and center in their business. 90% planned to increase spending on sustainability in the next 3 years. Leaders who stay the course with a robust and strategic approach to understanding the role of business in society will be well-positioned to create value. "What does sustainability mean for your business? Many of the world's largest companies spent 2024 preparing for sustainability to move front and center in their business. One global survey of more tha...[+2548 chars]" 2025-01-31T17:28:00 Episode 350: A Parallel, Conservative Economy https://ricochet.com/podcast/influencewatch/episode-350-a-parallel-conservative-economy https://cdn.ricochet.com/app/uploads/2024/05/Influence-Watch-Social-Share-v2.png US en The Trump administration is dismantling DEI within the federal workforce and ESG is slowly morphing into one of the most irritating terms in corporate governance. A new effort called Coign offers what is essentially a conservative Visa card that donates a portion of every transaction to support Conservative charities. It's the brainchild of CEO Rob Collins, a proud conservative with some heavy-hitting bona fides. Rob joins the show today to talk about it. The Trump administration is dismantling DEI within the federal workforce and ESG is slowly morphing into one of the most irritating terms in corporate governance. But conservatives, sensing there may ...[+1010 chars] 2025-01-31T17:20:55 EssilorLuxottica: Full-Year 2024 Results Conference Call Invitation https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/01/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/essilorluxottica-full-year-2024-results-conference-call-invitation/2048052 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/02/01/529277.png PH en The Full-Year 2024 Results Conference Call will be held on February 12, 2025 at 6:30 pm CET. The press release will be published at 6.00 pm CET on the same day. The presentation slides will be made available prior to the call. "Full-Year 2024 Results Conference Call Invitation Mr FRANCESCO MILLERI, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr PAUL DU SAILLANT, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Mr STEFANO GRASSI, Chief Financial Of...[+950 chars]" 2025-01-31T17:12:40 The list of CEOs voicing support for their companies' DEI initiatives is growing Sarah Perkel https://www.businessinsider.com/companies-supporting-dei-efforts-ceo-comments-2025-1 https://i.insider.com/679bd137eb4be2fff9a2f77d?width=1200&format=jpeg US en Deutsche Bank's CEO Christian Sewing supports the company's DEI programs. Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan, is defiant in the face of activist shareholders. Cisco's CEO Chuck Robbins believes a diverse workforce is better. Costco's board reaffirmed its commitment to DEI in December. "Several firms have rolled back DEI efforts amid pressure from conservative groups and the White House. Some CEOs have voiced their support or defended the diversity programs at their companies. Deutsc...[+4159 chars]" 2025-01-31T16:36:19 Cheshire East Council set to miss own carbon-neutral target Local Democracy Reporter https://www.knutsfordguardian.co.uk/news/24901672.cheshire-east-council-set-miss-carbon-neutral-target https://www.knutsfordguardian.co.uk/resources/images/19040243.jpg?type=og-image&xType=0&yType=12 GB en Cheshire East had aimed to be carbon neutral by 2025, but it is more likely to be 2030. A large solar panel project near Mobberley will not be completed in time for the 2027 target, so the council can't meet its own target. Cllr Dean proposed the committee approve the action plan for 2025-30. "A KNUTSFORD councillor asked how Cheshire East expected businesses to get on board with being carbon-neutral if the council couldn't even meet its own target. Cheshire East had at first aimed to be ca...[+3185 chars]" 2025-01-31T16:30:20 19 Republican AGs, including Ken Paxton of Texas, urge Costco to rescind DEI policies Nolan D. McCaskill https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/2025/01/31/19-republican-ags-including-ken-paxton-of-texas-urge-costco-to-rescind-dei-policies https://dmn-dallas-news-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/HKXNM3Y5U6OM77F3B6QH2B2FMI.jpg?auth=3bb439a3b8a071cf15df5fd3da2e5391711cfe0ce51a183976484899ebb8e47f&height=630&width=1200&smart=true&quality=80 US en Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined 18 other Republican state officials in urging Costco to rescind policies promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. Costco shareholders last week rejected a proposal to evaluate the risk of maintaining the company's DEI efforts at its annual meeting. Paxton called DEI policies 'unethical, unlawful, and fundamentally un-American' "AUSTIN — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined 18 other Republican state officials in urging wholesale retailer Costco to rescind policies promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. 'Although Costc...[+2724 chars]" 2025-01-31T16:30:00 19 Republican AGs, including Ken Paxton of Texas, urge Costco to rescind DEI policies Nolan D. McCaskill https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/19-republican-ags-including-ken-paxton-of-texas-urge-costco-to-rescind-dei-policies/ar-AA1ycaTv US en Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined 18 other Republican state officials in urging Costco to rescind diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Costco shareholders last week overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to evaluate the risk of maintaining the company's DEI efforts at its annual meeting. At least 200,000 of Costco's 310,000 employees are straight white or Asian men. "AUSTIN — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined 18 other Republican state officials in urging wholesale retailer Costco to rescind policies promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. 'Although Costc...[+3485 chars]" 2025-01-31T16:15:30 2/3/2025 Town Board https://wnymedia.net/2025/01/31/2-3-2025-town-board-work-session https://i0.wp.com/wnymedia.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2-3-2025-town-board-work-session.jpg US en Fox scrubbed its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from all its job listings on Thursday. Media journalist Oliver Darcy called out the disparity of championing DEI as an organization while hosts echoed President Donald Trump's criticism of it. Darcy reported that every Fox job listing mentions DEI. Fox reportedly scrubbed its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from all its job listings on Thursday after media journalist Oliver Darcy called out the disparity of champ...[+287 chars] 2025-01-31T16:12:06 Sebi Member Expresses Concerns over Misleading Disclosures Related to ESG Metrics PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-member-expresses-concerns-over-misleading-disclosures-related-to-esg-metrics-6608826.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-01-781x441.jpg IN en Seba Whole-Time Member Amarjeet Singh expressed concerns over greenwashing and misleading disclosures related to ESG metrics at the ESG Summit organised by the industry body FICCI. He also said that regulators need to enhance their oversight capabilities and introduce legislative changes as the sustainable finance market expands. "Mumbai, Jan 31 (PTI) A Sebi member on Friday expressed concerns over greenwashing and misleading disclosures related to ESG metrics. Speaking at the ESG Summit organised by the industry body FICCI her...[+2709 chars]" 2025-01-31T16:11:47 Tackling Greenwashing: Reforms in ESG Disclosures Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3247698-tackling-greenwashing-reforms-in-esg-disclosures https://www.devdiscourse.com/images/newstheme.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Amarjeet Singh is a member of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi). He has raised the alarm over the prevalence of greenwashing and false ESG-related claims by companies at the ESG Summit organized by FICCI. "A member of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has raised alarms over the prevalence of greenwashing and false ESG-related claims by companies. At the ESG Summit organized by FICCI, Seb...[+468 chars]" 2025-01-31T16:04:32 Discover Scandinavian Tobacco Group And 2 More Top Dividend Stocks Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/discover-scandinavian-tobacco-group-2-160432677.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/0bf9f74f89623bafed75919c1fb73b59 US en Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO), Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO), Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858), Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI), Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL), China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098), Guangxi LiuYao Group (SSE:603368), Citizens & Northern (CZNC), HUAYU Automotive Systems (TSE:600741), and Maezawa Kasei Industries (TSE:547) are some of As global markets continue to react positively to political developments and economic indicators, with major indexes reaching record highs, investors are increasingly looking for stable income sources...[+5806 chars] 2025-01-31T15:47:41 Dynacor Group Acknowledges Shareholder Request for Special Meeting Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/dynacor-group-acknowledges-shareholder-request-for-special-meeting https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SSG-Mandie-33.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=ChADYl-Hes43gwvw9zL0KA CA en iolite Partners Ltd. wants to call a special meeting of shareholders to consider Robert Leitz's candidacy for election to the Corporation's Board of Directors. The request is in response to the recent public offering of shares by Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX-DNG). The Board is considering the request. MONTREAL — Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX-DNG) ('Dynacor' or the 'Corporation'), announces that it has received a formal request from iolite Partners Ltd. (the 'Requestor'), the registered holder of approxim...[+7021 chars] 2025-01-31T15:47:41 Dynacor Group Acknowledges Shareholder Request for Special Meeting Business Wire https://calgarysun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/dynacor-group-acknowledges-shareholder-request-for-special-meeting https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/calgarysun/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/liberal-leadership-20250115-1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=Qx_0pxRD68cruUAjw6P6bA CA en iolite Partners Ltd. wants to call a special meeting of shareholders to consider Robert Leitz's candidacy for election to the Corporation's Board of Directors. Requestor is a registered holder of approximately 10% of Corporation's common shares. The Corporation is considering the request and is assessing the appropriate course of action. MONTREAL — Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX-DNG) ('Dynacor' or the 'Corporation'), announces that it has received a formal request from iolite Partners Ltd. (the 'Requestor'), the registered holder of approxim...[+7058 chars] 2025-01-31T15:14:00 EcoPlum Sustainable Swag® Scores First Recertification as a B Corporation PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ecoplum-sustainable-swag-scores-first-151400571.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/eb176bb3af2b1e0c44d6534fa12b3ec2 US en EcoPlum has been certified as a B Corp by B Lab for its second three-year period. There are currently 9,500 Certified B Corporations in more than 105 countries and over 160 industries. B Corps are required to recertify every three years by updating their B Impact Assessment (BIA) and verifying their new BIA score. EcoPlum attained a score of 86.4. NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EcoPlum, a sustainable promotional products company, is proud to announce its recertification as a B Corporation (B Corp) by nonprofit B Lab for its second thre...[+6510 chars] 2025-01-31T15:09:29 Scotland's dropped climate targets ‘a fiction', says former minister Matt Kerr https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/scotlands-dropped-climate-targets-fiction-says-former-minister https://morningstaronline.co.uk/sites/default/files/Lorna%20Slater.jpg GB en Scottish Green co-leader Lorna Slater says the climate targets ditched last year were 'a fiction' designed to allow the Scottish government to 'pat itself on the back' and cover up for a lack of action. Ms Slater served as minister for green skills, circular economy and biodiversity in the SNP-Green coalition from 2021 until its collapse in 2024. "CLIMATE targets ditched last year were 'a fiction' designed to allow the Scottish government to 'pat itself on the back,' according to a former minister. Goals to slash emissions in Scotland by 75 per...[+1505 chars]" 2025-01-31T14:58:25 Edo IRS boss urges residents, companies to pay tax Adeyinka Adedipe https://punchng.com/edo-irs-boss-urges-residents-companies-to-pay-tax https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/17160441/Edo-State.jpg NG en Oladele Bankole-Balogun, the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Internal Revenue Service, has called on corporate organisations operating in the state to pay their taxes to enable Governor Monday Okpehbolo to achieve his five-point agenda. He made the call during his visit to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation E&P Limited on Tuesday to thank them for their contributions to the state's Internally Generated Revenue. The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Internal Revenue Service, Oladele Bankole-Balogun has called on corporate organisations operating in the state to pay their taxes to enable Governor Monday Okpe...[+1757 chars] 2025-01-31T14:44:01 Tullow, Petroleum Commission empowers 50 indigenous companies for SDGs FT Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/31/Tullow_Petroleum_Commission_empowers_50_indigenous_companies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/31/[] US en Over 300 participants attended a workshop on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of a business academy partnership initiative between Tullow Ghana Ltd and the Petroleum Commission. The two-day virtual workshop was held at the Tullows' business academy. Over 300 participants attended a comprehensive workshop on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of a business academy partnership initiative between Tullow Ghana Ltd and the Petroleum C...[+39 chars] 2025-01-31T14:30:00 Dispatch from Davos: CFOs and CSOs Unite for Sustainable Growth Workiva https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dispatch-davos-cfos-csos-unite-143000227.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/0a04db2a0e554887903d2aabd1fccf80 US en Mandi McReynolds and Jill Klindt, CFO of Workiva, discuss the interplay between sustainability and financial performance on the special bonus episode of ESG Talk recorded live at the World Economic Forum in Davos. They discuss emerging tech like generative AI and the evolving roles of chief sustainability officers. "NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / January 31, 2025 / Workiva In this special bonus episode of ESG Talk recorded live at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Mandi McReynolds sits down with Jill Klindt...[+975 chars]" 2025-01-31T14:25:00 PSEG Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for 17th Consecutive Year and to Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2025 List Pseg https://finance.yahoo.com/news/pseg-named-dow-jones-sustainability-142500441.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/sbvVMCJk6y5L8snxnOPEeg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/7c3ff615a136d21ca4bcc2c680efb34b US en PSEG has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the 17th consecutive year. PSEG was also named to Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2025 list as the top utility in the Energy & Utilities industry. The company's vision is for a future where people use less energy and it's cleaner and safer. "Originally published on PSEG NewsRoom NEWARK, NJ / / January 31, 2025 / Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the 17th consecutive year...[+5496 chars]" 2025-01-31T14:20:26 Vanguard Dials Back Diversity Rules for Company Boards Ross Kerber https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/vanguard-dei-company/2025/01/31/id/1197292 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=3dd1c0e6-879d-47f1-9a36-a07bb9b74c41&SiteName=Newsmax US en Vanguard has changed its guidance for U.S. companies to include women and minority directors. The company has $10.1 trillion in assets under management. President Trump has issued a series of executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion programs since taking office on Jan. 20. Top mutual fund manager Vanguard removed some of its guidance for U.S. companies to include women and minority directors, a sign of the shifting dynamics of corporate diversity efforts that have come ...[+2761 chars] 2025-01-31T13:40:10 Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods on Q4 results: Very strong foundation of investment opportunities https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/01/31/exxon-mobil-ceo-darren-woods-on-q4-results-very-strong-foundation-of-investment-opportunities.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108095525-17383305351738330531-38237213609-1080pnbcnews.jpg?v=1738330533&w=1920&h=1080 US en "Darren Woods is the chairman and CEO of Exxon Mobil. He discusses the company's quarterly earnings results and energy production outlook with ""Squawk Box"". He also discusses the state of Hess Guyana oil assets, world oil demand outlook and capex spending. " Exxon Mobil chairman and CEO Darren Woods joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the company's quarterly earnings results, energy production outlook, the company's capex spending, state of Hess Guyana oil asse...[+39 chars] 2025-01-31T13:30:00 ARGENTA SILVER COMMENCES TRADING ON OTCQB Argenta Silver Corp https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/argenta-silver-commences-trading-on-otcqb-845818983.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2610203/Argenta_Silver_Corp__ARGENTA_SILVER_COMMENCES_TRADING_ON_OTCQB.jpg?p=twitter CA en Argenta Silver Corp. has successfully up-listed from the OTC Pink Market to OTCQB Venture Market. The Company's common shares commence trading today under the trading symbol AGAGF. Investors can find the latest financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the Company on www.otcmarkets.com. "TSXV – AGAG VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 31, 2025 /CNW/ - Argenta Silver Corp. (TSXV: AGAG) (OTCQB: AGAGF) ("" Argenta"" or the "" Company"") is pleased to announce that the Company has successfully up-listed from...[+1695 chars]" 2025-01-31T13:15:00 Council Post: Beyond ESG: Why Innovation Is A Defining Factor For Board Leadership Greg Ombach https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2025/01/31/beyond-esg-why-innovation-is-a-defining-factor-for-board-leadership https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/616d753bf9270003641463cf/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Greg Ombach is Senior Vice President at Airbus. He has worked in the automotive, consumer electronics, and aerospace industries and served on various boards and advisory committees ranging from startups to publicly listed enterprises. He believes that as industries face rapid transformation, innovation has become the defining factor for companies striving to lead, adapt and create value in an increasingly competitive global landscape. "Greg Ombach, Head of Disruptive Research & Technology, Senior Vice President at Airbus . getty Throughout my career, I have worked in the automotive, consumer electronics, and aerospace industries and...[+6699 chars]" 2025-01-31T13:14:42 EC calls on Romania to communicate measures transposing gender balance directive Cătălin Lupășteanu https://www.stiripesurse.ro/ec-calls-on-romania-to-communicate-measures-transposing-gender-balance-directive_3567235.html https://media.stiripesurse.ro/image/202501/w1200/media-173746360289852100.png RO en The European Commission has opened an infringement procedure against Romania, Belgium, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Cyprus, Latvia, Luxembourg, Hungary, the Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Portugal and Romania for not communicating the transposition of the Directive on improving the gender balance among directors of listed companies. Member states have until December 28, 2024 to transpose the provisions of the directive. The European Commission on Friday decided to open an infringement procedure by sending a letter of formal notice to Romania, Belgium, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Cyprus, Latvia, Luxembourg, Hungary, the...[+1324 chars] 2025-01-31T13:05:12 Vanguard dials back diversity language for US corporate boards Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/world/us/vanguard-dials-back-diversity-language-us-corporate-boards-2025-01-31 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/SPYCRW5R2JLDJP4HY2J42CA2UY.jpg?auth=2803a75e82b1ec1db5eb572d5fafeb0613cd51510b2c8c524f878b6842709833&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Vanguard has removed some of its guidance for U.S. companies to include women and minority directors. The change aims to account for regional standards, such as a UK expectation that 40% of directors be women. BlackRock has eliminated a 30% diversity target for boards from late 2021. "Summary Companies Removes some guidance related to women and minority directors Vanguard says the change aims to account for regional standards Change comes ahead of annual shareholder meeting season ...[+3101 chars]" 2025-01-31T12:35:20 EU opens two new proceedings against Austria Nachrichten https://www.krone.at/3673808 https://imgl.krone.at/scaled/3640289/v1f5d0c/og_image.jpg AT en Austria has failed to implement the Equity Chains II Directive on the recovery and resolution of credit institutions and the Gender Balance Directive since December 2022. In addition to Austria, ten EU states are in default and there are proceedings against 16 other EU states. The EU states concerned have two months to respond to Brussels and fully transpose the directives into national law. According to Brussels, Austria has failed to implement the Equity Chains II Directive on the recovery and resolution of credit institutions. In addition, the directive on the more balanced representat...[+1338 chars] 2025-01-31T12:15:00 Council Post: Integrating Carbon Credits And Renewable Energy Henri Al Helaly https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/01/31/integrating-carbon-credits-and-renewable-energy https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/679b731a882efbe4caddd125/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Henri Al Helaly is the Chief Strategy Officer @Hearst. He sees the tokenization of carbon credits through decentralized protocols emerging as a solution for environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. Carbon credits are a mechanism to offset greenhouse gas emissions. ICOs like Toucan Protocol, KlimaDAO and others are pioneering this space, merging traditional carbon markets with decentralized finance (DeFi). For energy-intensive industries like blockchain mining, integrating carbon credits offers a pathway to offset emissions and address sustainability concerns. "Henri Al Helaly, Chief Strategy Officer @Hearst. In the face of a growing global focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives, I see the tokenization of carbon credits through decen...[+6679 chars]" 2025-01-31T12:05:44 NYK positions CDR as a means to reduce Scope 1 emissions SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/31/NYK_positions_CDR_as_a_means_to_reduce_Scope_1_emissions https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QHRVCChnIa8/0.jpg US en NYK Group has issued a paper positioning carbon dioxide removal (CDR) as a means to reduce Scope 1 emissions. The Group prioritizes GHG reduction by maximizing energy efficiency and switching to next-generation fuels. For residual emissions, CDR is not considered a solution. NYK Group has issued a paper positioning carbon dioxide removal (CDR) as a means to reduce Scope 1 emissions.As stated, the Group prioritizes GHG reduction by maximizing energy efficiency and switchin...[+40 chars] 2025-01-31T12:04:59 Costco shoppers respond as company's DEI practices fall under scrutiny https://foxwilmington.com/costco-shoppers-respond-as-companys-dei-practices-fall-under-scrutiny https://foxwilmington.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/FOX_WILM_STATION.jpg US en Shoppers in Michigan, Texas and New York support Costco's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. Facebook, McDonald's, Walmart, Harley-Davidson and many other companies have rolled back their DEI programs in recent months. Costco is bucking the trend and appears to have the support of some of their customers. "Costco shoppers shared their opinions about the company's 'commitment' to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in the wake of many other retailers scaling back their DEI efforts. 'Baloney, ...[+2790 chars]" 2025-01-31T12:04:26 Is a fair transition possible in a Europe focused on competitiveness, security, and defence? archyde https://www.archyde.com/is-a-fair-transition-possible-in-a-europe-focused-on-competitiveness-security-and-defence https://files-production-saulx-eu-observer-production-en-ci-hyp-xx0.based.dev/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,w=1200/fi86b30fc2/0123b506-3e38-4db7-bc5e-45e712f919ce-976313a6-134f-4d0f-a305-38de9e0cabbd-22a7f338-83b6-45e1-8f40-27ccb71b9f6b.jpeg US en As the European Union embarks on a new chapter, the shift from the European Green Deal (EGD) to the Clean Industrial Deal raises crucial questions. Will social and environmental justice, alongside sustainability, remain central priorities, or will they be overshadowed by the pursuit of competitiveness and growth? Civil society organizations play a crucial role in shaping equitable and inclusive policies. "Table of Contents 'The most​ pressing challenge is addressing the ‌potential job losses in traditional industries heavily reliant on ⁣fossil fuels. ⁣ We need to create new green jobs, invest in retrai...[+10254 chars]" 2025-01-31T11:56:18 Cavity Extraction Named Finalist in ESG Category at the Red Rose Awards 2025 Kara Rose https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/business/cavity-extraction-named-finalist-in-esg-category-at-the-red-rose-awards-2025-4969574 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjU0OGZmMjhkLTY4NjMtNGFlMS04Y2RlLTkyMWU5M2NlMGMxYjo4Y2M3YTBkMS01OWJjLTQ3YjYtODYxOC00OTBlMTNlZDcxNzU=.?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Cavity Extraction is a finalist in the Environmental, Social, and Governance category at the Red Rose Awards. It is the second year in a row the company has reached the finals. The winners will be announced at the ceremony on 13 March 2025 at Winter Gardens Blackpool. "Blackpool-based Cavity Extraction has been announced as a finalist in the Environmental, Social, and Governance category at this year's prestigious Red Rose Awards. This is the second consecutive year...[+2321 chars]" 2025-01-31T11:53:39 Cavity Extraction Named Finalist in ESG Category at the Red Rose Awards 2025 Kara Rose https://www.lep.co.uk/business/cavity-extraction-named-finalist-in-esg-category-at-the-red-rose-awards-2025-4969586 https://www.lep.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjhiODZlOWI2LTEyNmEtNDE5NC1iMGU5LWIzNTNlN2EwOGZmZTpmNGRiYjQ3ZS05ZGNhLTQ5YmUtYTEyYy01ODZhOTQzMDE3Zjc=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Cavity Extraction is a finalist in the Environmental, Social, and Governance category at the Red Rose Awards. This is the second year in a row the company has reached the finals. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on 13 March 2025 at Winter Gardens Blackpool. "Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Cavity Extraction has been announced as a finalist in the Environmental, Social, and Governance category at t...[+3131 chars]" 2025-01-31T11:34:18 Costco shoppers respond as company's DEI practices fall under scrutiny Joshua Nelson https://www.yahoo.com/news/costco-shoppers-respond-companys-dei-100058387.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PGm4qM8gpIFrOJtCnV8qOg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MzY-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fox_news_text_979/339431c4d6788142cb5b747b00c756be US en Shoppers in Michigan, Texas and New York share their opinions about the company's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. Costco shareholders voted to reject an anti-DEI proposal brought by activist group National Center for Public Policy Research. Facebook, McDonald's, Walmart, Harley-Davidson and many other companies have rolled back their DEI programs in recent months. "Costco shoppers shared their opinions about the company's ""commitment"" to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in the wake of many other retailers scaling back their DEI efforts. ""Baloney, ...[+2632 chars]" 2025-01-31T11:16:47 Save the Caspian Sea campaign requests access to Environmental Information in major Oil and Gas deals in Kazakhstan https://apnews.com/press-release/ein-presswire-newsmatics/kazakhstan-vadim-ni-caspian-sea-0f813dbdda4653d9b5f30812072c5b58 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The Save the Caspian Sea (SCS) campaign is calling for the release of the environmental information contained in the PSAs for Kazakhstan's Karachaganak and Kashagan oil fields and the concession agreement for the Tengiz oil field. President Tokayev ordered the government to accelerate negotiations to revise Kazakhstan's production sharing agreements (PSAs) and secure better terms for the country. In 2023, the Chairman of the Ak Zhol DPK faction in Kazakhstan's Parliament, A.T. Peruashev, filed a request with the Constitutional Court, but the court rejected it. EINPresswire.com / -- The Save the Caspian Sea (SCS) campaign is calling for the release of crucial environmental information contained in the PSAs for Kazakhstan's Karachaganak and Kashagan oil field...[+2317 chars] 2025-01-31T10:54:09 Costco shopper believes company should focus on lowering prices than DEI https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/31/costco-shopper-believes-company-should-focus-on-lowering-prices-than-dei https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Costco-shopper-believes-company-should-focus-on-lowering-prices-than.jpg US en Shoppers in Michigan, Texas and New York support Costco's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. Many other corporations have announced plans to ditch the controversial programs. Costco shareholders voted earlier this month to stand by the DEI policies. A patron in Harlem thinks Costco should care more about the price of groceries. "Costco shoppers shared their opinions about the company's 'commitment' to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in the wake of many other retailers scaling back their DEI efforts. 'Baloney, ...[+1983 chars]" 2025-01-31T10:53:37 Economic Survey calls for regulatory framework tweaks to align AI use with societal values PTI https://www.deccanherald.com/business/union-budget/union-budget-2025-economic-survey-calls-for-regulatory-framework-tweaks-to-align-ai-use-with-societal-values-3382303 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-01-23%2Fy4akuaav%2F2024newsmlRC2Q56AIS51I1508284684.jpeg?rect=0%2C113%2C3000%2C1575&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en """If companies do not optimise the introduction of AI over a longer horizon and do not handle it with sensitivity, the demand for policy intervention and the demand on fiscal resources to compensate will be irresistible,"" it said.   . i" """If companies do not optimise the introduction of AI over a longer horizon and do not handle it with sensitivity, the demand for policy intervention and the demand on fiscal resources to compensate wi...[+29 chars]" 2025-01-31T10:31:49 CSRD: people in Luxembourg want more commitment, not less https://delano.lu/article/csrd-people-in-luxembourg-want-more-commitment-not-less https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/csrd-people-in-luxembourg-want-more-commitment-not-less/0.5/0.5/600/400/701946.jpg LU en Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requires companies to publish detailed information on their environmental, social and governance impact. The directive is under review in Brussels and will be presented on 26 February. Several trade federations will be received by the executive vice-president of the European Commission on 5 and 6 February for a'simplification launch event' It's a directive that is causing as much tension as it is mobilising. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requires companies to publish detailed information on their environmental,...[+3076 chars] 2025-01-31T09:41:08 Tamara Dogariu (Colliers) at re:FOCUS 2025: ESG criteria analysis has become a priority in development strategy Aurel Constantin https://business-review.eu/business-review-events/refocus-on-retail-logistics/tamara-dogariu-colliers-at-refocus-2025-esg-criteria-analysis-has-become-a-priority-in-development-strategy-278246 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSC09995-scaled.jpg EU en In Romania, green certification started in 2009 and office and retail buildings were the first ones to be certified. New EU regulations require these certifications, such as the nZeb. In 2024, the directive was revised by the EU: by 2026 states must legislate the change, and by 2028 all buildings must be Zeb, i.e. 10% better performing than the current ones. Sustainability is no longer an option, it is a requirement. 'Sustainability is here to stay, it's not going away no matter what Trump does. At EU level, the direction is very clear, with the objective of neutrality by 2050. The construction sector is very impo...[+3775 chars] 2025-01-31T09:27:48 Social Responsibility of Business Meaning & Examples https://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/social-responsibility-of-business-meaning--examples/81884426.html https://media.ahmedabadmirror.com/am/uploads/mediaGallery/image/1738315404693.jpg-org IN en Udyam Registration helps MSMEs in India to promote their social responsibility. It helps them to earn public trust and build their reputation. It also helps them generate employment, lead exports, and growth in GDP. Udyam offers them financial assistance, market access, and government subsidies. "New Delhi [India], January 30: Businesses are very important in the development of society. Though their main aim is to make profits, they have a significant responsibility towards the community, envi...[+5606 chars]" 2025-01-31T09:17:14 Exor Press Release https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/31/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/exor-press-release-2025-corporate-calendar/2047741 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en EXOR N.V. announced today the following Corporate Calendar for 2025. Any changes will be disclosed to the market on a timely basis. The calendar is based on the 31st January 2025 and is published by Exor N. V. in Amsterdam. "Amsterdam, 31 January 2025 EXOR N.V. PUBLISHES ITS 2025 CORPORATE CALENDAR EXOR N.V. announced today the following Corporate Calendar for 2025: Any changes will be disclosed to the market on a timely ...[+17 chars]" 2025-01-31T08:49:38 SAP sees growing demand for sustainability software despite U.S. climate disengagement Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sap-sees-growing-demand-sustainability-084938175.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/bd3cd5be0feb317349656e82f81a0c4c US en SAP's chief financial officer Dominik Asam says there is a growing demand for sustainability software despite the recent U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement. Many investors at the World Economic Forum in Davos are optimistic about sustainability, he adds. (Reuters) - Germany's SAP sees a growing global demand for software to manage and document companies' sustainability efforts despite a trend of weakening climate protection targets in the United State...[+1197 chars] 2025-01-31T08:47:08 SAP's Green Ledger: Pioneering Software for Corporate Sustainability Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3246859-saps-green-ledger-pioneering-software-for-corporate-sustainability https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/11_03_2020_13_23_01_9613234.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en SAP's Chief Financial Officer, Dominik Asam, has noted a rising global need for software that aids in corporate sustainability. This comes ahead of the U.S.'s planned withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement in 2026. SAP is developing its Green Ledger software aimed at making sustainability reports as credible as financial statements. SAP's Chief Financial Officer, Dominik Asam, has noted a rising global need for software that aids in corporate sustainability, despite a downtick in climate initiatives within the United States. This...[+792 chars] 2025-01-31T08:30:00 Diversity programs ‘must die': Trump pushback gathers pace in Australia Anne Hyland https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/diversity-programs-must-die-trump-pushback-gathers-pace-in-australia-20250129-p5l83d.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.378%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/bd87bda83f6d1e6d2e134aa0afaa8c2bd51342a6 AU en Mike Wilkins, the chair of Medibank Private and QBE Insurance Group, and Graham Turner, the chief executive of Flight Centre, are against ESG targets. Tony Shepherd, a former president of the Business Council of Australia, is also against quotas for the number of women in senior executive ranks and on boards. 'I don't think that it's necessary to have that enshrined in the ASX corporate governance principles,' said Mike Wilkins, the chair of Medibank Private and QBE Insurance Group, and also a director of ...[+4592 chars] 2025-01-31T08:27:19 South32 sets dates for 2025 financial events and dividend payments https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/south32-sets-dates-for-2025-financial-events-and-dividend-payments/ar-AA1yalXh US en South32 is a global mining and metals company. The half-year results for the period ending December 31, 2024 will be announced on February 13, 2025. The ex-dividend dates are March 5, 2025, on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), March 6, 2025 on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) and March 7, 2525 on the London Stock Exchange. The interim dividend payment is scheduled for on or around April 3, 2025 and the final dividend is expected to be on or about October 16, 2025 for the full year. SYDNEY - South32 (OTC:SOUHY) Limited (ASX / LSE / JSE: S32; ADR: SOUHY), a global mining and metals company, has announced its schedule for the 2025 financial year's key events, including the half and...[+1965 chars] 2025-01-31T08:00:00 Switzerland's new 2035 climate goals disappoint Simon Bradley https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/climate-change/switzerlands-new-2035-climate-goals-disappoint/88803004 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/01/592918200_highres.jpg?ver=be67843c&fit=1200,800 CH en Switzerland is one of the first states to hand in its climate homework to the UNFCCC. The government wants to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 65% by 2035 compared to 1990 levels and by 59% on average between 2031 and 2035. The new objectives are to be achieved via domestic climate measures. Environmentalists are sceptical about the new strategy. "Born in London, Simon is a multimedia journalist who has worked for www.swissinfo.ch since 2006. He speaks French, German and Spanish and focuses on science, technology and innovation issues. 'By 2035...[+7294 chars]" 2025-01-31T07:39:01 Policy stability, rational taxation tops Budget wishlist of online gaming cos: E-Gaming Federation list.metadata.agency https://www.livemint.com/focus/policy-stability-rational-taxation-tops-budget-wishlist-of-online-gaming-cos-e-gaming-federation-11738309142447.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/10/1600x900/news2_1733829221757_1733829242164.jpg IN en The Directorate General of GST Intelligence's (DGGI) tax demands totalling ₹1.12 lakh crore against online gaming companies spooked the industry. The Supreme Court's recent stay on showcause notices issued by the GST authorities has provided a breather. E-Gaming Federation (EGF) last year announced 'CityQuest: Shades of Bharat' in partnership with the Information and Broadcasting Ministry. New Delhi, Jan 31 (PTI) A stable policy that spurs investments and job creation, alongside a more rational and progressive taxation regime, tops the Budget wishlist of online gaming companies, accordi...[+1809 chars] 2025-01-31T07:37:27 Revving the Online Gaming Sector: A Call for Policy Stability and Tax Reform Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3246758-revving-the-online-gaming-sector-a-call-for-policy-stability-and-tax-reform https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/17_08_2023_12_01_59_3201034.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Online gaming companies are calling for stable policy frameworks and progressive taxation to enhance investment opportunities and job creation within the sector. E-Gaming Federation is involved in the 'Create in India Challenge' with the Information and Broadcasting Ministry to promote urban development awareness via games like 'CityQuest'. Online gaming companies are calling for stable policy frameworks and progressive taxation to enhance investment opportunities and job creation within the sector, reveals E-Gaming Federation's Anuraag ...[+795 chars] 2025-01-31T07:35:42 CNX Resources Corp (CNX) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Strategic Positioning Amid Market ... Guru Focus News https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cnx-resources-corp-cnx-q4-073542473.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/22088103258ae8b0e51bcc45ecbcb9f6 US en CNX Resources Corp (NYSE:CNX) has successfully validated the premium nature of its coal mine methane (CMM) across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, power generation, and hydrogen production. The company is positioned to maintain flat production levels through 2024, with flexibility to increase activity if market conditions are favorable. New technologies segment is expected to see a decline in free cash flow in 2025 compared to the strong performance in the fourth quarter of 2024. Production declines in the second half of 2025 into 2026 are contingent on market conditions and capital allocation decisions. "Release Date: January 30, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. CNX Resources Corp (NYSE:CNX) has successfully validated the premium...[+3949 chars]" 2025-01-31T07:32:48 Slater: Climate goals were fiction so ministers could pat themselves on the back Pa Media https://news.stv.tv/politics/slater-climate-goals-were-fiction-so-ministers-could-pat-themselves-on-the-back https://news.stv.tv/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/9a99eeb7b4700ad6383c73bb06256ddc-1738308645-social-default.jpg GB en Lorna Slater was one of two ministers appointed after the signing of the Bute House Agreement in 2021. After the pledges to reduce emissions by 75% by 2030 and to achieve net zero by 2050 were scrapped, it set off a chain of events which led to the coalition deal's collapse and the resignation of then first minister Humza Yousaf. Ms Slater said the Greens knew the targets weren't achievable before they were passed. "Scotland's dropped climate targets were a 'fiction' designed for the Government to 'pat itself on the back', a former minister has said. Lorna Slater was one of two ministers – along with fellow co-le...[+1753 chars]" 2025-01-31T07:15:00 Middlefield Announces Approval of Proposed Changes to Reduce ESG Limitations for Two ETFs Jan. 31, 2025 07:15 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6026810 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/N2ZjZDI5YzktMmViYS00ZjM4LWE3ZTgtYzJjODQyMGUxMGI5LTExOTcyMjM=/tiny/Middlefield-Sustainable-Global.png TW en Unitholders voted unanimously in favour of the proposed changes to the Funds on January 30, 2025. The Funds will de-emphasize the environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) factors associated with the Funds. The Manager believes these changes will broaden the investment universe of the Funds, potentially leading to better returns for investors. TORONTO, Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Middlefield Limited (the 'Manager'), the manager of Middlefield Sustainable Global Dividend ETF (TSX:MDIV) and Middlefield Sustainable Infrastructure Dividen...[+4539 chars] 2025-01-31T07:13:15 Budget 2025 and India's sustainable growth: ESG Trends to watch for ETEnergy World https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/budget-2025-and-indias-sustainable-growth-esg-trends-to-watch-for/117777120 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117777120,imgsize-72358,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/renewable/budget-2025-and-indias-sustainable-growth-esg-trends-to-watch-for.jpg IN en In recent years, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations have gained paramount importance in the national economic policy frameworks. India is increasingly aligning its development agenda with ESG principles. As the Union Budget for 2025 draws near, the expectations are clear: India will craft policies that align with its global sustainability goals while ensuring inclusive growth and sound governance. "In recent years, Environmental, Social, and Governance ( ESG ) considerations have gained paramount importance in the national economic policy frameworks. India, with its growing economy and ambitious...[+7420 chars]" 2025-01-31T07:05:02 Why Indian Pharma Needs To Elevate ESG For Sustainable Future https://www.forbesindia.com/article/isbinsight/why-indian-pharma-needs-to-elevate-esg-for-sustainable-future/95192/1 https://images.forbesindia.com/media/images/2025/Jan/img_242697_shutterstock_2142708213_bg.jpg IN en Despite the Indian pharmaceutical industry's achievements on the global stage, it lags behind its international counterparts in adopting robust ESG practices. A literature review has highlighted critical gaps in governance structures, transparency, and sustainability initiatives. Many Indian companies still see ESG as a compliance requirement rather than a growth driver. Many SMEs operate on low margins and lack financial resources to invest in ESG initiatives. "Despite the Indian pharmaceutical industry's notable achievements on the global stage, it lags behind its international counterparts in adopting robust ESG practices. Image: Shutterstock E nvironmenta...[+11434 chars]" 2025-01-31T06:24:00 "Where's ""culture Of Yes"" On Climate Ambition?" Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/wheres-culture-of-yes-on-climate-ambition-1399968 https://assets.nationbuilder.com/themes/5da52e1a4764e8f8c8d01cf2/attachments/original/1686022593/default-excerpt-image.jpg?1686022593 US en The Green Party is calling on the Government to strengthen its 2030-2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement and address its woeful lack of commitment to climate security. Chlöe Swarbrick is the Green Party Co-Leader and Climate Change spokesperson. The Green Party is calling on the Government to strengthen its just-announced 2030-2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement and address its woeful lack of commitment to ...[+1756 chars] 2025-01-31T06:23:54 Enugu Govt Seeks Royal Fathers' Support To Fight Insecurity New Telegraph https://newtelegraphng.com/enugu-govt-seeks-royal-fathers-support-to-fight-insecurity https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/images-18-44.jpeg NG en Enugu State government is willing to collaborate with traditional rulers in the fight against insecurity and other forms of criminality in the state. February 13, 2025 is the target date for the launch of the Enugu State Security Trust Fund, ESSTF, aimed at mobilizing resources in cash and kind from both the public and private corporate organisations, as well as well-meaning individuals to strengthen security in Enugu. "Share The Enugu State government has expressed its willingness to collaborate with traditional rulers in the fight against insecurity and other forms of criminality in the state. This was even as the ...[+1395 chars]" 2025-01-31T05:58:18 Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance Aims to Maintain K-ICS Ratio 220%, ROE 11-13% Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=234550 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202501/234550_237521_5048_v150.jpg KR en Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance unveiled a value enhancement plan on Jan. 31. The aim of the plan is to bolster its financial health and shareholder value. It is a response to the South Korean government's value-up program and seeks to address the persistent Korea discount. The company plans to expand its shareholder return rate to 50% by 2028 and reduce its treasury stock ratio to below 5%. On Jan. 31, Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance unveiled a comprehensive corporate value enhancement plan, aiming to bolster its financial health and shareholder value. This strategic initiative is a resp...[+1950 chars] 2025-01-31T05:44:31 Climate Change Act has impacted Govt policies and actions Hon Onuigbo Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4085113/climate-change-act-has-impacted-govt-policies-and-actions-hon-onuigbo.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Hon. Sam Onuigbo has outlined the huge benefits that have accrued to the country since the birth of the Climate Change Act in 2021. Government climate policy and actions can now be measured in terms of their impact prior to the enactment of the Act. Tony Ezimakor , Abuja Hon. Sam Onuigbo, has outlined the huge benefits that have accrued to the country following the birth of the Climate Change Act in 2021, noting that government climate policy and...[+233 chars] 2025-01-31T04:50:18 Suzlon Energy share price hits 5% upper circuit for the third consecutive session. Should you Buy, Sell or Hold? Ujjval Jauhari https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/suzlon-energy-share-price-hits-5-upper-circuit-for-the-third-consecutive-session-should-you-buy-sell-or-hold/amp-11738298608258.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/31/1600x900/gf8c1a7fcb043679f7b63aafa8a716717a024d34706c209f27_1721707216970_1738298806005.jpg IN en Suzlon Energy share price has been rising regularly since its results on Tuesday 28 January post Market hours. Suzlon Energy reported record deliveries of 447 MW, reflecting a 163% growth. Its order book has reached an all-time high of 5.5 GW, with S144 turbines making up 92% of the total. "Suzlon Energy share price movement Suzlon Energy share price has been rising regularly since its results on Tuesday 28 January post Market hours. The Suzlon Energy Share price has been rising regularl...[+1522 chars]" 2025-01-31T03:33:00 Oxfam Aotearoa Responds To New Zealand's Climate Target Oxfam Aotearoa https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PO2501/S00097/oxfam-aotearoa-responds-to-new-zealands-climate-target.htm http://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1908/scoop_image.jpg NZ en The New Zealand Government has just announced its climate target for 2035 under the Paris Agreement. New Zealand is obliged to set a Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) that shows'maximum possible ambition' to reduce climate-harming emissions. Oxfam Aotearoa Climate Justice Lead, Nick Henry, is critical of the new target. """New Zealand's climate target for 2035 fails to show our commitment to stand with the Pacific and stop climate harm"" said Oxfam Aotearoa Climate Justice Lead, Nick Henry. The New Zealand Government ha...[+1012 chars]" 2025-01-31T03:32:07 Ikpea-Enaholo appointed DG of Edo State Health Insurance Commission Guardian Nigeria https://guardian.ng/business-services/business/ikpea-enaholo-appointed-dg-of-edo-state-health-insurance-commission https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Augusta-ikpea-enaholo.jpg NG en Augusta Ikpea-Enaholo has been appointed as the new Director General of Edo State Health Insurance Commission (ESHIC). She has a Doctorate in Maritime Law from the International Maritime Law Institute in Malta and an LLB from the University of Kent. She has worked in law, public administration, healthcare reform, corporate governance and legal advisory. The Edo State Health Insurance Commission (ESHIC) has announced the appointment of Dr Augusta Ikpea-Enaholo as its new Director General.A dynamic and results-driven leader, Ikpea-Enaholo brings to bea...[+1534 chars] 2025-01-31T03:11:57 Singapore stocks traded higher on Friday morning—STI advanced 1.1% Singapore News https://theindependent.sg/singapore-stocks-traded-higher-on-friday-morning-sti-advanced-1-1 https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Depositphotos_620589162_L-2-e1726568884229.jpg SG en Singapore stocks traded higher on Friday morning. The Straits Times Index (STI) advanced 1.1% or 42.16 points to 3,843.23 at 9:01 am. 99 stocks gained, 33 declined, with 54.2 million securities valued at S$121.5 million traded. Yangzijiang Financial led in trading volume. Singtel shares advanced by 1.8%, CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust units increased by 1%. SINGAPORE: Singapore stocks traded higher on Friday (Jan 31) morning, reflecting gains seen in global markets. The Straits Times Index (STI) advanced 1.1% or 42.16 points to 3,843.23 at 9:01 am, The B...[+1240 chars] 2025-01-31T00:28:00 NetApp's Sustainability Goals Approved by SBTi Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/netapps-sustainability-goals-approved-by-sbti-1399726 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/news-developments.jpg US en SBTi has validated NetApp's near-term science-based emissions reduction targets verified by the Science-Based Targets initiative. NetApp has already made progress toward its sustainability targets, reducing scope 1 and scope 2 emissions by 37 percent compared to its 2020 baseline. "SBTi has validated NetApp's near-termscience-based targets, underscoring its commitment to decarbonization SAN JOSE, Calif.--BUSINESS WIRE-- NetApp® (NASDAQ: NTAP), the intelligent data infrastructure...[+2081 chars]" 2025-01-31T00:00:00 Shell oil heist: Jail for man whose offence prevented police from accessing evidence Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/31/Shell_oil_heist_Jail_for_man_whose_offence_prevented_police_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Wong Wai Seng told his colleagues to do what he asked them to do. Â.  yi yi ji yi. yi. Yi yii. Yi Yi. Wong Wai Seng told his colleagues to 2025-01-31T00:00:00 ZK International's xSigma Corp. Plans to Launch xSigma Wallet: A Crypto Platform for Buying Memecoins & Digital Assets with Credit Cards PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/31/ZK_Internationals_xSigma_Corp_Plans_to_Launch_xSigma_Wallet_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "ZK International Group's subsidiary, xSigma Corp., is planning to launch a next-generation crypto-banking wallet called the ""xSigma Wallet"". The company is committed to driving innovation in the digital asset space and is pleased to announce the launch. " "WENZHOU, China, Jan. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ZK International Group Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: ZKIN) (""ZK International"" or the ""Company""), is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, xSigma Corp., continues...[+208 chars]" 2025-01-31T00:00:00 EcoPlum Sustainable Swag® Scores First Recertification as a B Corporation PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/31/EcoPlum_Sustainable_Swag_Scores_First_Recertification_as_a_B https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EcoPlum has been recertified as a B Corporation by nonprofit B Lab for its second three-year period. EcoPlum improved its B Impact Assessment (BIA) score. First certified in 2022, the company is proud to announce its recertification. NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EcoPlum, a sustainable promotional products company, is proud to announce its recertification as a B Corporation (B Corp) by nonprofit B Lab for its second thre...[+114 chars] 2025-01-31T00:00:00 Switzerland's new 2035 climate goals disappoint Swissinfo https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/31/Switzerland_s_new_2035_climate_goals_disappoint https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Switzerland has set new greenhouse gas emissions targets for 2035 as part of its international commitment to combat climate change. Environmental groups and observers are unimpressed, calling them inadequate. Switzerland should reduce its GHG emissions by at least 65% compared to 1990 levels and by 59% on average between 2031 and 2035. The Swiss government has set new 2035 greenhouse gas emissions targets as part of its international commitment to combat climate change. But environmental groups and observers are unimpressed, calling...[+289 chars] 2025-01-31T00:00:00 WWF Slams ‘Embarrassingly Weak' New Climate Target Scoop https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/31/wwf_slams_x2018embarrassingly_weak_x2019_new_climate_target https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Under the Paris Agreement, countries are required to set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are known as the ""Paris Commitments"" under the NDCs. The NCDs are determined by the national targets for emissions reduction." Under the Paris Agreement, countries are required to set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions known as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). 2025-01-31T00:00:00 Pertamina debuts new low-sulfur product Diesel X Mark Lempp https://www.thejakartapost.com/business/2025/01/31/pertamina-debuts-new-low-sulfur-product-diesel-x.html https://img.jakpost.net/c/2025/01/31/2025_01_31_159818_1738310376._large.jpg ID en Pertamina has launched Diesel X, a low-sulfur vehicle fuel. The state-owned oil and gas company also described the product launch as a move toward self-sufficiency in energy in line with President Prabowo Subianto and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka's Asta Cita development program. "Pertamina has launched Diesel X, a low-sulfur vehicle fuel claimed to be relatively environmentally friendly and efficient. President director Simon Aloysius Mantiri hailed the product as part of Pert...[+1237 chars]" 2025-01-31T00:00:00 BDO's P52.7 billion bonds used for environmental projects Catherine Talavera https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/01/31/2418025/bdos-p527-billion-bonds-used-environmental-projects https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/01/30/bdo_2025-01-30_19-37-58.jpg PH en BDO has spent the P52.7 billion from its first ASEAN Sustainability Bond (ASB) on projects that address environmental and social challenges. Since its first ASB in January 2022, BDO had two more ASB issuances in January and July last year. BDO is committed to expanding its sustainable finance initiatives. "MANILA, Philippines — BDO Unibank Inc. has spent the P52.7 billion proceeds from its first ASEAN Sustainability Bond (ASB) on projects that address environmental and social challenges. In a recently r...[+3317 chars]" 2025-01-31T00:00:00 Standard Chartered Pakistan backs OICCI climate conference Our Correspondent https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1277918-standard-chartered-pakistan-backs-oicci-climate-conference https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-31/l_1277918_025431_updates.jpg PK en Standard Chartered Pakistan is the platinum sponsor of the OICCI's 3rd Pakistan Climate Conference. Head of Sustainable Finance for the Middle East, Pakistan, and Africa Lina Osman participated in a panel discussion on 'Accelerating Decarbonisation: Strategies for Mitigation, Innovation, and Climate Resilience'. The conference culminated in the inaugural Climate Excellence Awards, where Standard Chartered received recognition for its leadership in green financing. KARACHI: Standard Chartered Pakistan underscored its commitment to sustainable finance by serving as the platinum sponsor of the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry's (OICCI) 3rd Pakis...[+931 chars] 2025-01-31T00:00:00 Where's The 'Culture Of Yes' On Climate Ambition? https://community.scoop.co.nz/2025/01/wheres-the-culture-of-yes-on-climate-ambition https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1509/scoop_placeholder.jpg NZ en The Green Party is calling on the Government to strengthen its 2030-2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement and address its woeful lack of commitment to climate security. Chlöe Swarbrick is the Green Party Co-Leader and Climate Change spokesperson. "Press Release – Green Party We have the plan, we have the tools, and we have the vision its been laid out for everyone by the Climate Change Commission. All thats missing is the political willpower,' ...[+2027 chars]" 2025-01-31T00:00:00 WWF Slams ‘Embarrassingly Weak' New Climate Target https://community.scoop.co.nz/2025/01/wwf-slams-embarrassingly-weak-new-climate-target https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1509/scoop_placeholder.jpg NZ en Aotearoa New Zealand's new international climate target lacks ambition and sends all the wrong signals to our trading partners, says the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) New Zealand. Under the Paris Agreement, countries are required to set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions known as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). The Government has announced it will reduce emissions by 51 to 55 percent below 2005 levels by 2035. "Press Release – WWF-New Zealand Under the Paris Agreement, countries are required to set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions known as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Aotearoa New...[+2169 chars]" 2025-01-31T00:00:00 Elon Musk's Starlink must comply with local BEE laws, says Parly comms committee Primedia https://www.ewn.co.za/2025/01/31/elon-musks-starlink-must-comply-with-local-bee-laws-says-parly-comms-committee https://media-cache.primedia-service.com/media/ahzbe05e/afp__20230616__33k36kt__v1__highres__francetechnologyitvivatech.jpg?width=1200&height=630 ZA en Communications committee chairperson Khusela Diko says Elon Musk's Starlink has to comply with local Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) laws if it wants to operate in South Africa. Starlink's parent company, Space X, has asked the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa to reconsider its rules that require a 30% shareholding by 'historically disadvantaged groups or black investors' CAPE TOWN - Communications committee chairperson, Khusela Diko, says Elon Musk's Starlink has no choice but to comply with local Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) laws if it wants to operate in South A...[+1485 chars] 2025-01-30T23:37:57 New Zealand targets cutting emissions by 51% to 55% by 2035 Lucy Craymer https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/new-zealand-targets-cutting-emissions-by-51-55-by-2035-2025-01-30 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/UNRKQZLEMJL3VHIHRLIUTWJM2Q.jpg?auth=1dab674451f3e77a9c009c063c7da18aac83c7e5a2ed0b6dc312f8d1f6a91df2&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en By 2035, New Zealand will have reduced emissions by 51% to 55% compared to 2005 levels. The commitment is part of the country's commitment under the Paris Agreement. The initial commitment had been to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and to be net zero by 2050. Climate Commission called for New Zealand to target reducing emissions further. "WELLINGTON, Jan 31 (Reuters) - New Zealand said late on Thursday that it would make a commitment that by 2035 the country would have reduced emissions by 51% to 55% compared to 2005 levels. The commit...[+947 chars]" 2025-01-30T23:35:03 Middlefield Announces Approval of Proposed Changes to Reduce ESG Limitations for Two ETFs https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/31/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/middlefield-announces-approval-of-proposed-changes-to-reduce-esg-limitations-for-two-etfs/2047640 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/31/528639.png PH en Unitholders voted in favour of the proposed changes to the Funds on January 30, 2025. The Funds will de-emphasize the environmental, sustainability, and governance (ESG) factors associated with the Funds. The Manager believes these changes will broaden the investment universe of the Funds, potentially leading to better returns for investors. "TORONTO, Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Middlefield Limited (the ""Manager'), the manager of Middlefield Sustainable Global Dividend ETF (TSX:MDIV) and Middlefield Sustainable Infrastructure Dividen...[+3541 chars]" 2025-01-30T23:34:00 New Zealand's Bold Climate Commitment: Aiming for a 55% Emission Cut by 2035 Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3246396-new-zealands-bold-climate-commitment-aiming-for-a-55-emission-cut-by-2035 https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/10_08_2024_11_30_43_1313935.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en New Zealand announced on Thursday its commitment to reduce emissions by 51% to 55% by 2035 compared to 2005 levels. This aligns with the nation's obligations under the Paris Agreement to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The Climate Commission highlighted that the current targets might not suffice, especially when compared to initiatives aiming to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. "In a significant move to combat climate change, New Zealand announced on Thursday its commitment to reduce emissions by 51% to 55% by 2035 compared to 2005 levels. This pledge, reinforced by Climate C...[+391 chars]" 2025-01-30T21:44:04 Selective Insurance stock hits 52-week low at $80.98 https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/selective-insurance-stock-hits-52-week-low-at-80-98/ar-AA1y9a7x US en Selective Insurance Group, Inc. shares have touched a 52-week low, dipping to $80.98. Despite challenges, the company shows resilience with 15.77% revenue growth and analyst price targets ranging from $88 to $116. Morgan Stanley initiated coverage on Selective Insurance with an Equalweight rating. BMO Capital Markets upgraded the stock from Market Perform to Outperform and raised the price target to $105. Selective Insurance Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:SIGI) shares have touched a 52-week low, dipping to $80.98 amidst market fluctuations. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains a solid financial h...[+2550 chars] 2025-01-30T21:00:00 Thai Chamber, Central unite for 'Hug the Earth' scheme https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2951272/thai-chamber-central-unite-for-hug-the-earth-scheme https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/01/31/5449527_700.jpg TH en "The Thai Chamber of Commerce has joined forces with Central Group to launch the ""Hug the Earth"" initiative in an effort to raise environmental awareness and encourage people to purchase eco-labelled products. Thailand participated in the UN Climate Change Conference and announced its goals of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2065." "The Thai Chamber of Commerce has joined forces with Central Group to launch the ""Hug the Earth"" initiative in an effort to raise environmental awareness and encourage people to purchase eco-labelled p...[+2568 chars]" 2025-01-30T21:00:00 NZ Government Releases Very Unambitious NDC New Zealand Government https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2501/S00714/nz-government-releases-very-unambitious-ndc.htm http://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1908/scoop_image.jpg NZ en The Government announced its next Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, aiming for net emissions to be 51-55% below 2005 gross emissions by 2035. Lawyers for Climate Action NZ's initial comments on the 2035 NDC, released last night, are as follows. "Lawyers for Climate Action NZ's initial comments on the 2035 NDC, released last night, are as follows. Last night, the Government announced its next Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the ...[+3982 chars]" 2025-01-30T20:44:00 Watch: How climate change is keeping millions of kids out of school Priyali Prakash https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/how-climate-change-is-keeping-millions-of-kids-out-of-school/article69161008.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/brw5s9/article69160993.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/TIPPING%20Point%201.png IN en The Climate and Nature Bill fell through in Parliament last week. It was introduced by Liberal Democrat MP Roz Savage and supported by many Labour MPs. It would have made the UK's climate commitments legally binding. The current NDCs were announced at COP29 in November 2024 and call for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 81% below 1990 levels by 2035. Prime Minister Keir Starmer committed to achieving 100% clean power by 2030. "The United Kingdom's Climate and Nature Bill, which would have made its climate commitments legally binding, fell through in Parliament last week. The Climate and Nature Bill was introduced by Liberal...[+1169 chars]" 2025-01-30T20:31:46 Hugh Thompson on what the SEC got right (and wrong) with its cyber incident reporting mandate https://cyberscoop.com/radio/hugh-thompson-on-what-the-sec-got-right-and-wrong-with-its-cyber-incident-reporting-mandate https://cyberscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/01/SafeMode-Guest_thumbnail-12.png US en Nominations can be submitted for the 2025 CyberScoop 50 awards. Greg Otto talks with Hugh Thompson, Executive Chairman for RSAC Conference. Greg talks to Derek B. Johnson on DeepSeek's newfound fame and its time in the security spotlight. "Nominations can be submitted for the 2025 CyberScoop 50 awards! Click here! Greg Otto talks with Hugh Thompson, Executive Chairman for RSAC Conference. Greg and Hugh discuss how the SEC's cyber disclo...[+533 chars]" 2025-01-30T20:04:46 How Continuous Monitoring Improves Supply Chain Compliance Sponsored Content https://www.thecoastlandtimes.com/2025/01/30/how-continuous-monitoring-improves-supply-chain-compliance https://www.thecoastlandtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/55/2020/05/facebook-thecoastlandtimes.png US en In today's global economy, supply chain compliance has become a critical pillar for businesses aiming to maintain competitive and operational advantages. The demand for ethical sourcing and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance is growing as consumers and investors favor companies committed to sustainability. Digital tools are pivotal for achieving real-time compliance in supply chains. "Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... In today's global economy, supply chain compliance has become a critical pillar for businesses aiming to maintain competitive and operational advantages. Reg...[+11404 chars]" 2025-01-30T19:43:26 Gould proposes 1-year GST cut, permanent corporate tax hike https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6628923 https://i.cbc.ca/ais/65740b19-6c47-4f11-9f73-c3c37f1a7a90,1738266029989/full/max/0/default.jpg?im=Crop%2Crect%3D%280%2C0%2C5314%2C2989%29%3BResize%3D%281180%29 CA en Karina Gould wants to increase the corporate tax rate for companies with profits of more than $500 million. She also wants to decrease the GST to four per cent for a year and increase the corporation tax rate permanently to 20 per cent, if elected prime minister. Liberal leadership contender Karina Gould announced Thursday that, if elected prime minister, she would decrease the GST to four per cent for a year and permanently increase the corporate tax rate for...[+50 chars] 2025-01-30T19:23:23 Corporate transparency is a step toward a greener economy, but further change is needed Phys Dot Org https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/Corporate_transparency_is_a_step_toward_a_greener_economy_bu https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/[] US en "Corporate transparency could be one of the solutions to climate change, according to the authors. They write: ""Shaping nature outcomes in corporate settings could be a solution to it"".    i . y " "Could corporate transparency be one of the solutions to climate change? Or, at the very least, could it be a "" Shaping nature outcomes in corporate settings """ 2025-01-30T19:05:52 Attorney General Ken Paxton Calls on Costco to End Woke DEI Practices and Unlawful Discrimination thekatynews https://thekatynews.com/2025/01/30/attorney-general-ken-paxton-calls-on-costco-to-end-woke-dei-practices-and-unlawful-discrimination https://thekatynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Ken-Paxton-1.jpeg US en Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to Costco demanding that the company fully repeal its discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion ('DEI') practices. President Trump's executive order encourages 'the Private Sector to End Illegal DEI discrimination and preferences.' Costco has remained steadfast in its support for its insidious DEI practices and policies. AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton sent an Iowa- and Kansas-led multistate letter to Costco demanding that the company fully repeal its discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion ('DEI') practi...[+991 chars] 2025-01-30T19:00:54 Bridging the Sustainability Gap: Five Key Strategies From Top Performing Companies https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/corporate-law-and-regulation-15bb9be9f0013ed986a6015e3e03bfb9 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en According to Veolia's second annual Triple Net Zero industry progress report, there is a significant gap between ambition and achievement in corporate sustainability efforts. Only 21% of companies have reached an advanced stage in their journey. Leading companies are forging partnerships with NGOs, suppliers and solution providers to achieve their sustainability goals more effectively. In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, sustainability has become a critical focus for companies worldwide. Pressure from investors, regulators and the general public has led to companies sett...[+4958 chars] 2025-01-30T19:00:00 The workforce challenges keeping these HR bosses up at night Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/workplace/the-workforce-challenges-keeping-these-hr-bosses-up-at-night-20241206-p5kwgy https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.9201%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/77fb89a8f6cefd387fa2545bb79be9d0cd6fccc0 AU en Telstra, Westpac, stock exchange operator ASX and accounting software specialist Xero show no sign of pulling back on their diversity initiatives in 2025 despite reports of resistance to workplace programs aimed at creating an even playing field and retreat by major US companies. Human resources directors at the likes of Telstra and Westpac have plenty on this year's to-do list. Australia's biggest companies show no sign of pulling back on their diversity initiatives in 2025, despite reports of building resistance to workplace programs aimed at creating an even playing field ...[+271 chars] 2025-01-30T18:23:42 Is There A Future For Responsible Leadership? Melanie Hughes https://www.forbes.com/sites/melaniehughes/2025/01/30/is-there-a-future-for-responsible-leadership https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6760ade9828155ad1fd59c09/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The decline of responsible leadership is a pressing issue, reflecting broader economic, political, and cultural challenges. According to DDI's 2023 Global Leadership Forecast, only 40% of employees view their leaders as effective, compared to 57% in 2018. Gallup data reveals that public approval of the Supreme Court has fallen from 60% in 2009 to 41%. Pew Research Center data highlights a drop in public confidence in local school leaders. The decline of responsible leadership in our society is a pressing issue, reflecting broader economic, political, and cultural challenges. Traditionally, responsible leadership has embodied ethical be...[+5258 chars] 2025-01-30T18:09:39 City body abandons diversity requirements as backlash grows Matthew Field https://www.yahoo.com/news/city-body-abandons-diversity-requirements-180939285.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Q8Ccs2DhvmETK0TPvEzO4Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_telegraph_258/0d71dcbbc2a3572cb59876e843ee3fcb US en Institute and Faculty of Actuaries dropped its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) plans. The body represents actuaries who calculate risk for insurers. Corporate backlash against diversity initiatives is gathering. Technology companies including Meta and Amazon have ditched their DEI teams, while retailers Walmart and Target said they would drop diversity programmes. The initiatives have come under attack from Republicans and Donald Trump. A professional body representing tens of thousands of UK insurance and pensions workers has dropped its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) plans amid a growing corporate backlash against the scheme...[+2886 chars] 2025-01-30T18:07:11 Thank US voters: Australian pension funds are backing away from climate pledges too Robert Lee https://www.FreedomsPhoenix.com/News/374440-2025-01-30-thank-us-voters-australian-pension-funds-are-backing-away-from.htm https://www.freedomsphoenix.com/Uploads/Graphics/522-0130110900-clime-change-australia.jpg US en Australian pension funds manage assets of around $4.1 trillion. Many of them had Net Zero Targets. Now they are talking about a corporate and political backlash. Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia chief executive Mary Delahunty said funds' climate goals could be hampered by anti-ESG movement. The money is leaving the room. Australian pension funds manage assets of around $4.1 trillion, and until last week, many of them had Net Zero Targets. Certainly, there were none that tried to appeal t...[+2260 chars] 2025-01-30T18:00:38 South Africa's BEE rules a hurdle for Elon Musk's SpaceX Aiden Daries https://www.capetownetc.com/news/south-africas-bee-rules-a-hurdle-for-elon-musks-spacex https://www.capetownetc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2194966481-new-e1738220236642.jpg ZA en SpaceX has sent a formal submission to the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) regarding the proposed new licensing framework for satellite services. BEE ownership regulations are a major obstacle for international satellite services, including SpaceX's own Starlink, to operate effectively in the South African market. SpaceX supports an equity equivalence programme. SpaceX has raised concerns that South Africa's current Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) ownership regulations are a major obstacle for international satellite services, including its own S...[+1826 chars] 2025-01-30T17:43:05 Why Sustainability Is Critical For Business Success In 2025 (and The Data To Prove It) Simon Mainwaring https://www.forbes.com/sites/simonmainwaring/2025/01/30/why-sustainability-is-critical-for-business-success-in-2025-and-the-data-to-prove-it https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/679bb898a021a781356aff01/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Sustainability is critical for business success in 2025. It's not just about doing the right thing, it's a way to differentiate and strengthen a brand. Sustainability creates a foundation for resilience and future-proofs the business. It also increases brand value. "Why Sustainability Is Critical for Business Success in 2025 (and the Data to Prove It) Business can be the most powerful force for good when it prioritizes collaboration and shared responsibility. Mov...[+5069 chars]" 2025-01-30T17:26:25 NASDAQ President on IPO dearth and the private market access puzzle Bob Pisani https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/01/30/nasdaq-president-on-ipo-dearth-and-the-private-market-access-puzzle.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108093101-17380178472ED3-ETF-SEG-3-012725.jpg?v=1738017846&w=1920&h=1080 US en "Nasdaq president Nelson Griggs and Strategas head of ETFs Todd Sohn discuss the decline of companies going public and how investors can get access into private markets on ""ETF Edge"" on CNBC's ""Bob Pisani's"" show ""CNBC's Exchange Edge""." "Nasdaq president Nelson Griggs and Strategas head of ETFs Todd Sohn sit down with CNBC's Bob Pisani on ""ETF Edge"" to debate the decline of companies going public and how investors can get access into ...[+16 chars]" 2025-01-30T17:22:05 India Inc feels need to relook choices on AI, hiring, sustainability Kiran Somvanshi https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/india-inc-feels-need-to-relook-choices-on-ai-hiring-sustainability/articleshow/117750447.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-1178840,resizemode-75,msid-117750447/news/company/corporate-trends/india-inc-feels-need-to-relook-choices-on-ai-hiring-sustainability.jpg IN en Companies face tough choices due to recent geo-political and technological changes. Businesses must rethink their strategies in sustainability, AI investments, diversity recruitment, and workforce management. Board experience, execution capabilities of the top management and agility of the organisation will ultimately determine the quality of the decision-making. Companies face tough choices due to recent geo-political and technological shifts. With changes in climate policies, the rise of AI, shifting diversity agendas, and the AI boom, businesses must rethin...[+3074 chars] 2025-01-30T17:18:01 Texas-Led Multi-State Coalition Threatens BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan and Others with Legal Action Over ESG Commitments Mark Segal https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/texas-led-multi-state-coalition-threatens https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2886f54b-a699-406b-819a-2099e3da495a_640x360.jpeg US en Texas-Led Multi-State Coalition Threatens BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Citigroup, and Morgan Stanley with legal action over their diversity and climate investing policies and practices. The letter was co-signed by 9 other state Attorneys General, including the AGs of Alabama, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, South Carolina, Utah and Virginia. Texas has been one of the most active states in anti-ESG initiatives. "Texas-Led Multi-State Coalition Threatens BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan and Others with Legal Action Over ESG Commitments Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that he has sent a letter to ...[+3416 chars]" 2025-01-30T17:16:46 Being AI chair Andy Higgs calls it quits https://www.nbr.co.nz/investment/being-ai-chair-andy-higgs-calls-it-quits https://d2xgqyuql1olth.cloudfront.net/assets/Being-AI-reverse-NZX-listing.jpeg NZ en Being AI chair Andy Higgs quits. He follows director Brett O'Riley out of the door. Being AI listed on the NZX less than a year ago and needs to appoint a third chair. It's looking for new independent board members. "Investment 1 mins to read Being AI chair Andy Higgs calls it quits Higgs follows director Brett O'Riley out the door as the NZX-listed company seeks to appoint new independent board members. Being AI ...[+84 chars]" 2025-01-30T17:00:00 EU Argle-Bargle: Europe 2025 CO2 Targets Must Apply Fairly and Flexibly Beege Welborn https://hotair.com/headlines/2025/01/30/eu-argle-bargle-europe-2025-co2-targets-must-apply-fairly-and-flexibly-n3799330 https://cdn.townhall.com/web/thm/hotair-twitter-default.jpg US en The European Union's 2025 targets for automakers to reduce CO2 emissions and fines for those that fail to meet them must be applied fairly to reflect investments companies have made, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said. Renault CEO Luca de Meo has said fines could reach €15 billion euros. The European Union's 2025 targets for automakers to reduce CO2 emissions and fines for those that fail to meet them must be applied fairly to reflect investments companies have made, European Commissi...[+821 chars] 2025-01-30T16:58:22 Responsible care Raavi Birbal http://www.millenniumpost.in/opinion/responsible-care-596821 https://www.millenniumpost.in/h-upload/2025/01/30/831016-anoir-chafik-23c4difyfu-unsplash-1.jpg IN en The CSR concept in India is governed by Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, Schedule VII of the Act, and the Companies (CSR Policy) Rules, 2014. Every company having a net worth of rupees 5,000 crore or more, turnover of 1,000 crores, or a net profit of more than Rs 5 crores is required to have a Corporate Social Responsibility Committee of three or more directors. The Committee is also required to formulate and recommend to the Board a policy indicating the activities to be undertaken by the company and monitor the policy from time to time. Proudly, India is a country that has formalised Corporate Social Responsibility through its legislative promulgations. Interestingly, the provisions even extend to animals, a subject close to the hear...[+4672 chars] 2025-01-30T16:40:39 Companies Continuing DEI Initiatives Amid Conservative Attacks Seattle Medium https://seattlemedium.com/companies-continue-dei-amid-conservative-attacks https://seattlemedium.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/costco-copy.jpg US en Some companies are downsizing or disbanding their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in light of President Trump's executive order. Organizations such as Johnson and Johnson, JPMorgan Chase and Co., Goldman Sachs and Costco have been clear in their plans to continue their DEI initiatives. "Companies across multiple industries are doubling down on their commitments to the cause despite a shifting social and economic landscape. This post was originally published on Afro By Aria Brent As t...[+5115 chars]" 2025-01-30T16:30:00 These Major Corporations Refuse To Ditch DEI Initiatives Kandiss Edwards https://www.blackenterprise.com/cavaliers-delta-costco-dei-initiatives https://blackenterprise-prod.b-cdn.net/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2024/05/pexels-divinetechygirl-1181396.jpg US en Costco, Delta and the Cleveland Cavaliers are keeping Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies in place. According to McKinsey study, companies that implement DEI perform better financially. The Trump administration has shown no concern over those statistics. "by Kandiss Edwards January 30, 2025 Costco is joined by Delta and the Cleveland Cavaliers in doubling down on DEI. The elimination of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs is not the norm fo...[+3003 chars]" 2025-01-30T16:25:21 Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Energy Audits: Insights and Trends https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/europe-european-union-government-regulations-7f039f64e88e885862b1d8967662294d https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The EU's Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) is a cornerstone of the EU's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030. Germany's Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control audits about 20% of submitted EED reports. Switzerland recently delegated energy audit responsibilities to its Cantons, bypassing federal regulation. California's Corporate Data Accountability Act is introducing requirements for public disclosure of direct and indirect GHG emissions. As organizations across the globe grapple with the vast complexity of sustainability regulations and their implications, one major EU energy regulation stands out: Energy Efficiency Directive (EED). F...[+4438 chars] 2025-01-30T16:23:00 BDO funds 37 projects from Asean bond offer Earl John Alfaro https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/31/business/top-business/bdo-funds-37-projects-from-asean-bond-offer/2047393 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en BDO's first Asean Sustainability Bond (ASB) was issued in January 2022 and raised P52.7 billion. It funded 37 projects under the green and social eligible categories of the bank's sustainable Finance Framework. BDO allocated P38.4 billion for 23 environmental projects aimed at mitigating climate change and promoting renewable energy and P14 billion for 14 social projects. In January 2024, BDO raised P63.3 billion from its second ASB issue. SY family-led BDO Unibank Inc.'s first Asean Sustainability Bond (ASB), issued in January 2022 and which raised P52.7 billion, financed 37 projects under the green and social eligible categories of th...[+2165 chars] 2025-01-30T16:21:55 Aquila achieves the maximum score for investor communication for the third consecutive year Luca Dinulescu https://business-review.eu/money/stock-exchange/aquila-achieves-the-maximum-score-for-investor-communication-for-the-third-consecutive-year-278168 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jean-Dumitrescu-Director-Relatii-cu-Investitorii-_AQUILA-bun.jpg EU en Aquila (symbol AQ) is the market leader in the field of integrated distribution and logistics services for consumer goods in Romania with a regional presence. Aquila achieved the maximum Vektor by ARIR evaluation for the third consecutive year. The investor communication indicator for companies listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange is calculated based on 10 criteria. Aquila (symbol AQ), the market leader in the field of integrated distribution and logistics services for consumer goods in Romania with a regional presence, achieves the maximum score of 10 in the Vek...[+2539 chars] 2025-01-30T16:16:00 ESG investing and sustainability reporting in the Philippines Kristine Torres https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/31/business/top-business/esg-investing-and-sustainability-reporting-in-the-philippines/2047369 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en In recent years, investors have seen a shift in how investments are evaluated by incorporating environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors in investment decision-making. ESG investing considers a company's carbon emissions footprint, source of energy, employee treatment, governance issues, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. IN recent years, we have seen a transformative shift in how investments are evaluated by incorporating environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors in investment decision-making. Beyond profitab...[+713 chars] 2025-01-30T16:12:00 Budget 2025: Why Double Taxation On Dividends Needs Rationalisation? Mohammad Haris https://www.news18.com/business/tax/budget-2025-why-double-taxation-on-dividends-needs-rationalisation-9208162.html https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2025/01/Tax-Budget-2025-2025-01-36f5cc3a46fe17c0db700822e3846b63-16x9.jpeg IN en The Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT) was abolished in 2020-21. It was introduced vide Finance Act 1997 as a means to simplify the taxation of dividends. Dividends are now taxed in the hands of resident individual shareholders as per the tax slabs applicable to them. Non-residents are liable to pay flat tax on dividends at 20% and a surcharge of 4%. The effective tax rate is 20%. "Last Updated: While the abolition of the Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT) in FY 2020-21 was a step towards aligning with global best practices, the current framework has led to the issue of double taxa...[+8192 chars]" 2025-01-30T16:03:52 BDO's first ASEAN sustainability bond issuance finances green, social projects CEDTy Clea https://www.bworldonline.com/banking-finance/2025/01/31/650059/bdos-first-asean-sustainability-bond-issuance-finances-green-social-projects https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/BDO-building.jpg PH en BDO Unibank, Inc.'s first ASEAN sustainability bond (ASB) issuance in 2022 financed projects that aim to mitigate the impact of climate change on the country and generate employment in underserved communities. BDO's net income grew by 13.26% to P21.18 billion in the third quarter of 2024. For the first nine months of the year, BDO made a profit of P60.62 billion. Its shares declined by 50 centavos to end at P141.50 each on Thursday. PROCEEDS from BDO Unibank, Inc.'s first ASEAN sustainability bond (ASB) issuance in 2022 financed projects that aim to mitigate the impact of climate change on the country and generate employment in u...[+2523 chars] 2025-01-30T16:01:39 Stella-Jones Will Hold a Conference Call to Discuss Its Fourth Quarter Results SUNshine Girl Bailey https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/stella-jones-will-hold-a-conference-call-to-discuss-its-fourth-quarter-results-2 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM1MDQ4NSM2NzI4MzQ3IzIwOTM5MDg= CA en Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ) is holding a conference call on January 30, 2025. The press release will be published before market opens the day of the conference call. If you are unable to attend, you can access a web recording of the meeting at the following link: https://meetings.lumiconnect.com/400-781-821-877. "Article content MONTREAL, Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ). THE PRESS RELEASE WILL BE PUBLISHED BEFORE MARKET OPENS THE DAY OF THE CONFERENCE CALL THROUGH GLOBE NEWSWIRE. Pl...[+353 chars]" 2025-01-30T15:56:33 Shell still reviewing moving listing away from London amid profit miss Angela Barnes https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/01/30/shell-still-reviewing-moving-listing-away-from-london-amid-profit-miss https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/01/73/36/1200x675_cmsv2_0ad05ecc-150d-5585-a1e5-346aedc90f3d-9017336.jpg FR en Shell announced a 16% decline in full-year earnings of $23.7 billion from $28.3 billion. CEO Wael Sawan is considering moving the company's stock market listing from London to New York. Last year, Sawan said that Shell's listing was 'under review' because of a persistent gap between its valuation on the stock market and its US peers. "Oil company Shell said on Thursday that it was still mulling moving its stock market listing from London to New York. However, the group said it wasn't a 'live discussion' at the moment. After announc...[+2264 chars]" 2025-01-30T15:34:28 2025 To Be A Pivotal Year For U.S. Corporate Action On Deforestation Mindy Lubber https://www.forbes.com/sites/mindylubber/2025/01/30/2025-to-be-a-pivotal-year-for-us-corporate-action-on-deforestation https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/62fe40baadccff017f1dbcbd/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Parliament approved a one-year delay in implementing the European Union Regulation on Deforestation-Free Products (EUDR). The EU is a primary export market for commodities exposed to high forest risk. Deforestation and conversion of natural ecosystems account for around 11% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The EU Commission launched an information system that allows companies to understand how to submit due diligence statements. "The stage has been set for 2025 to be a crucial year for deforestation action – and what happens will have implications for the private sector and the global economy. At the end of last year, the Euro...[+3707 chars]" 2025-01-30T15:26:00 Growing your business and saving the planet don't have to be mutually exclusive goals Niall Kitson https://www.techcentral.ie/saving-your-business-and-saving-the-planet-dont-have-to-be-mutually-exclusive-goals https://www.techcentral.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Sustainability_23.jpg IE en Sustainability is rising up the agenda for channel companies again, after falling down the list of priorities in 2022 and 2023. More than a third have already implemented initiatives to become more sustainable with energy efficiency and 37% are planning to implement strategies in the next 12 months. However, over a quarter are not prioritising any carbon reduction activities in the near future. Only 8% of junior managers view sustainability as a high priority. "CEOs are waking up to the business benefits of sustainability, says Billy MacInness Blogs If there's one thing the IT industry needs to get real about, it's technology's impact on the climate and the ...[+5331 chars]" 2025-01-30T15:19:00 Toronto Stock Exchange, Vox Royalty, The View from the C-Suite Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/toronto-stock-exchange-vox-royalty-151900678.html https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo_default_logo-1200x1200.png US en Vox Royalty (TSX: VOXR) is a returns focused mining royalty company with a portfolio of over 60 royalties spanning six jurisdictions. The Company was established in 2014 and has since built unique intellectual property, a technically focused transactional team and a global sourcing network which has allowed it to target the highest returns on royalty acquisitions in the mining royalty sector since the beginning of 2020. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - January 30, 2025) - Spencer Cole, Chief Investment Officer, Vox Royalty (TSX: VOXR) (""Vox"" or the ""Company""), shares their Company's story in an interview with TMX ...[+1391 chars]" 2025-01-30T14:24:22 Ambipar raises $400m in green bonds amid softer investor demand https://valorinternational.globo.com/business/news/2025/01/30/ambipar-raises-400m-in-green-bonds-amid-softer-investor-demand.ghtml https://s2-valorinternational.glbimg.com/ip68oT4IDscFhPF4eUCwRDeiLcI=/1200x/smart/filters:cover():strip_icc()/i.s3.glbimg.com/v1/AUTH_63b422c2caee4269b8b34177e8876b93/internal_photos/bs/2022/8/3/Losp0yTcAHiLsPRA1bsw/corredor-sustentavel-alta-.jpg PT en Waste management company Ambipar raised $850 million through a debt issuance in international markets. The company will use the proceeds to repay debt maturing in 2031, refinance other obligations, and fund general corporate purposes. Usiminas, JBS, Bradesco, and JBS also raised funds in the international bond market in January. ESG company Ambipar raised $400 million through a debt issuance in international markets, with demand for its green-labeled bonds exceeding twice the issued volume, reaching $850 million. The waste ma...[+3298 chars] 2025-01-30T14:15:19 EGX completes semi-annual review, reveals 26 moves across main 4 indices https://www.egypttoday.com/Article/3/138063/EGX-completes-semi-annual-review-reveals-26-moves-across-main https://www.egypttoday.com/siteimages/larg/30042.jpg EG en The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) announced the results of its semi-annual review of market indices. Orascom Development, RAMEDA, EgyptAlum, Ibn Sina Pharma, Qalaa Holdings, and EIPICO have been added to the benchmark index EGX 30. Ezz Steel, B Investments, Faisal Islamic Bank of Egypt, Cleopatra Hospitals, Elsewedy Electric, and Heliopolis Housing have been removed. The newly launched shariah-compliant EGX 33 saw some reshuffling. "Cairo – January 30, 2025: The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) has announced the results of its semi-annual review of market indices, bringing in new companies into its benchmark index EGX 30. Orascom Developm...[+1680 chars]" 2025-01-30T14:00:14 Unraveling of Carney-led GFANZ doesn't spell end of global climate action: expert Lauren Bailey https://www.benefitscanada.com/news/bencan/unraveling-of-carney-led-gfanz-doesnt-spell-end-of-global-climate-action-expert https://www.benefitscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2021/11/greenearth.jpg CA en Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero was founded by former Bank of Canada governor and Liberal Party leadership contender Mark Carney in 2021. More than 450 financial institutions from 45 countries participated in the alliance. BlackRock Inc.'s departure from the GFANZ earlier this month is significant and comes on the heels of several other financial institutions parting ways with it. Asset managers are re-thinking their approach to achieving net zero. "By: Lauren Bailey January 30, 2025 January 29, 2025 09:00 Although news of BlackRock Inc.'s departure from the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero may call into question the future of the climate ...[+5467 chars]" 2025-01-30T13:54:31 ICAI's Wish List for Union Budget: Tax Simplification and Education Reforms Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3245776-icais-wish-list-for-union-budget-tax-simplification-and-education-reforms https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/12_07_2024_15_54_17_3334179.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) wants the Union Budget for 2025-26 to include measures that simplify taxation for startups and ease compliance burdens on professionals. ICAI also wants to see increased budgetary support for education, particularly skill development and girl child education. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) expressed its aspirations for the Union Budget to include measures that simplify taxation for startups and ease compliance burdens on professiona...[+765 chars] 2025-01-30T13:49:36 Bespoke British carmaker puts 'all future plans on hold' due to unclear government EV targets FREDA LEWIS-STEMPEL https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/electriccars/article-14341859/Bespoke-British-car-maker-Lister-puts-future-plans-hold-uncertainty-Governments-ZEV-targets-kill-small-UK-car-firms.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/30/11/94677483-0-image-a-12_1738238228823.jpg GB en Labour's lack of clarity on sales targets for electric vehicles is causing small bespoke car businesses in Britain to come to a'standstill', leading maker Lister has warned. The Lister Motor Company, which dates back to 1954, is putting 'all future plans on hold', as they don't know whether they will remain exempt from the ban on sales of new petrol and diesel models from 2030. "Labour's lack of clarity surrounding sales targets for electric vehicles is causing small bespoke car businesses in Britain to come to a 'standstill', leading maker Lister has warned. Whether or not l...[+4872 chars]" 2025-01-30T13:49:36 Bespoke British carmaker puts 'all future plans on hold' due to unclear government EV targets Freda Lewis-Stempel https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/electriccars/article-14341859/Bespoke-British-car-maker-Lister-puts-future-plans-hold-uncertainty-Governments-ZEV-targets-kill-small-UK-car-firms.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/30/11/94677483-0-image-a-12_1738238228823.jpg GB en Labour's lack of clarity on the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate is causing small bespoke car businesses in Britain to come to a'standstill', according to Lawrence Whittaker, CEO of The Lister Motor Company. Small manufacturers can't make investment decisions if they don't know if they will remain exempt from the ban on sales of new petrol and diesel models from 2030. "Labour's lack of clarity surrounding sales targets for electric vehicles is causing small bespoke car businesses in Britain to come to a 'standstill', leading maker Lister has warned. Whether or not l...[+3879 chars]" 2025-01-30T13:48:37 UK submits emissions-cutting plan to UN climate body Reuters https://www.khaleejtimes.com/world/europe/uk-submits-emissions-cutting-plan-to-un-climate-body https://image.khaleejtimes.com?uuid=b5336a59-98ac-588c-adda-9dee53f051a3&function=cropresize&type=preview&source=false&q=75&crop_w=0.99999&crop_h=0.84375&x=0&y=0&width=1200&height=675.jpg AE en Britain submitted further details of its plan to cut carbon emissions to the UNFCCC on Thursday. It outlines actions it is taking to hit the ambitious targets announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer last year. The submission did not set out new policies or detailed sector-by-sector plans, but summarised the government's work to date on reducing emissions. Britain submitted further details of its plan to cut carbon emissions to the United Nations climate body on Thursday, outlining actions it is taking to hit the ambitious targets announced by Prime Min...[+1415 chars] 2025-01-30T13:30:00 Dave Yost among 19 attorneys general pushing Costco to ditch DEI efforts Lydia Taylor https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/columbus/news/2025/01/30/dave-yost-attorneys-general-dei-costco https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/Costco_AP_Texas_0902 US en Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and 18 other Republican attorneys general sent a letter to Costco this week, calling on them to get rid of their diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Last week, Costco shareholders rejected a proposal which urged the company to evaluate its DEI practices. More than 98% of shares voted against the proposal. OHIO — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost along with 18 other Republican attorneys general sent a letter to Costco this week, calling on them to get rid of their diversity, equity and inclusion policies,...[+2661 chars] 2025-01-30T13:30:00 Ultra Clean Appoints Joanne Solomon to Board of Directors Ultra Clean Holdings https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/personnel_announcements/ultra-clean-appoints-joanne-solomon-to-board-of-directors/article_6f6d6c1e-19ab-5abd-8f21-813990cf2bdc.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/4d/f4dea877-86d8-545f-8dc8-93796ae61afd/66faa0f7b0768.image.jpg?crop=265%2C265%2C267%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Joanne Solomon will serve on Ultra Clean Holdings' Board of Directors effective February 3, 2025. Ultra Clean is a publicly traded company based in California. It's listed on the Nasdaq: UCTT and trades on the NYSE: UTCT. HAYWARD, Calif., Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: UCTT), today announced the appointment of Joanne Solomon to serve on its Board of Directors, effective February 3, 20...[+3 chars] 2025-01-30T13:25:00 SPARTAN DELTA CORP. ANNOUNCES CLOSING OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED UPSIZED EQUITY OFFERING AND UPDATED GUIDANCE FOR 2025 Spartan Delta Corp https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/spartan-delta-corp-announces-closing-of-previously-announced-upsized-equity-offering-and-updated-guidance-for-2025-803027634.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en Spartan Delta Corp. (TSX: SDE) announced the closing of its previously announced upsized bought deal equity financing. The Company issued 25,589,800 common shares at a price of $3.82 per Common Share for gross proceeds of $97.8 million. Some directors, officers and insiders of the Company participated in the Equity Offering for an aggregate subscription of 6,858,000 Common Shares. Spartan's Board approved an initial capital budget of $300 to $325 million for 2025. "CALGARY, AB, Jan. 30, 2025 /CNW/ - Spartan Delta Corp. ("" Spartan"" or the "" Company"") (TSX: SDE) is pleased to announce the closing of its previously announced upsized bought deal equity financing, in...[+23410 chars]" 2025-01-30T13:24:54 Deutsche Bank CEO Joins Dimon, Solomon in Resisting DEI Attacks Arno Schütze https://www.msn.com/en-ae/money/companies/deutsche-bank-ceo-joins-dimon-solomon-in-resisting-dei-attacks/ar-AA1y7Cmb US en Deutsche Bank's Christian Sewing supports diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. President Trump has attacked DEI as 'radical' and 'wasteful'. JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. recently announced they will continue to focus on DEI. "(Bloomberg) -- The chief executive officer of Deutsche Bank AG joined his counterparts at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. in challenging critics of DEI. Programs designed to promote ...[+1567 chars]" 2025-01-30T13:24:17 Britain's Bold Climate Action Plan: Leading the Charge Towards a Greener Future Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3245717-britains-bold-climate-action-plan-leading-the-charge-towards-a-greener-future https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/11_06_2024_07_48_53_3372308.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Britain has submitted further details of its carbon emissions reduction plan to the UNFCCC. Prime Minister Keir Starmer committed to reducing the nation's greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by 2035. The recent submission did not introduce new policies or detailed plans for various sectors. It offered a summary of current efforts with promises of more comprehensive strategies in the future. Britain has taken a significant step towards climate responsibility by submitting further details of its carbon emissions reduction plan to the United Nations. This comes in the wake of ambitious targ...[+940 chars] 2025-01-30T13:22:45 Paris Agreement: UK formally submits NDC climate targets for 2035 https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4405858/paris-agreement-uk-formally-submits-ndc-climate-targets-2035 https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/a8c2671/32c98c71-7287-48a2-9fbf-08ef480fc603/15/54135208214-aafeb659cb-c-370x229.jpg GB en The government has today formally submitted the UK's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. It pledges to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 81 per cent against 1990 levels under the agreement. The NDC is the equivalent of a reduction of 80 per cent on 1990 levels. "Image: Credit: Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street The government has today formally submitted the UK's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, pledging to reduce its green...[+57 chars]" 2025-01-30T13:20:30 Tala joins UN Global Compact, pledges to advance financial inclusion CORRESPONDENT https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/2025/01/tala-joins-un-global-compact-pledges-to-advance-financial-inclusion https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/files/2024/06/Annstella-Mumbi-General-Manager-of-Tala-Kenya-copy.jpg KE en Tala has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), commiting to responsible business practices and financial inclusion. Tala joins over 24,000 companies worldwide and more than 300 firms in Kenya that have aligned their operations with the Ten Principles of the UNGC. "Nairobi, Jan 30 – Global fintech company Tala has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), commiting to responsible business practices and financial inclusion. Click here to connect with us on...[+1333 chars]" 2025-01-30T13:16:29 NetApp Science-Based Sustainability Goals Validated by SBTi Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/netapp-science-based-sustainability-goals-validated-by-sbti https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250130053655r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en SBTi develops standards, tools and guidance for companies to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions targets in line with what is needed to keep global heating below catastrophic levels. More than 4000 companies have validated science-based goals to reduce GHG emissions with commitments from nearly 3000 more to set targets. NetApp has already made progress toward its sustainability targets, reducing scope 1 and scope 2 emissions by 37 percent compared to its 2020 baseline. "Article content SBTi develops standards, tools and guidance which allow companies to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions targets in line with what is needed to keep global heating below cata...[+2401 chars]" 2025-01-30T13:16:29 NetApp Science-Based Sustainability Goals Validated by SBTi Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/netapp-science-based-sustainability-goals-validated-by-sbti https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250130053655r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en NetApp has already made progress toward its sustainability targets, reducing scope 1 and scope 2 emissions by 37 percent compared to its 2020 baseline. SBTi validated the decarbonization goals NetApp set in 2022. For NetApp, a sustainable digital future starts with data. "Article content These targets expand and replace the decarbonization goals NetApp set in 2022. NetApp has already made progress toward its sustainability targets, reducing scope 1 and scope 2 emission...[+788 chars]" 2025-01-30T13:00:00 NetApp Science-Based Sustainability Goals Validated by SBTi Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/netapp-science-based-sustainability-goals-130000431.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/b802c8ab3b50738f637a5ea5fa5e0504 US en SBTi has validated NetApp's near-term science-based emissions reduction targets verified by the Science-Based Targets initiative. SBTi develops standards, tools and guidance which allow companies to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions targets in line with what is needed to keep global heating below catastrophic levels. NetApp has already made progress toward its sustainability targets. "SBTi has validated NetApp's near-term science-based targets, underscoring its commitment to decarbonization SAN JOSE, Calif., January 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NetApp® (NASDAQ: NTAP), the intelligent...[+5130 chars]" 2025-01-30T12:57:09 Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy MCQs on nano fertilisers, agrivoltaic farming and more (Week 95) Nitendra Pal Singh https://indianexpress.com/article/upsc-current-affairs/upsc-essentials/upsc-essentials-daily-subject-wise-quiz-economy-mcqs-on-nano-fertilisers-agrivoltaic-farming-and-more-week-95-9797432 https://images.indianexpress.com/2025/01/nano-fertiliser.jpg IN en UPSC Essentials offers quizzes to help students revise some of the most important topics from the static part of the syllabus. Today's quiz is about the when-listed platform, AgriStack, Krishi Decision Support System, Kisan Credit Cards, and soil profile maps. UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative of subject-wise quizzes. These quizzes are designed to help you revise some of the most important topics from the static part of the syllabus. Attempt toda...[+8208 chars] 2025-01-30T11:49:00 Britain's Ambitious Green Pathway: Targeting 81% Emission Cut Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3245511-britains-ambitious-green-pathway-targeting-81-emission-cut https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/06_07_2023_16_35_02_6842251.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Britain has submitted its carbon emissions reduction plan to the United Nations climate body. The detailed proposal aims to meet the ambitious targets set by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, seeking to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by the year 2035. The document will provide high-level insights into the policies and initiatives that will drive the Nationally Determined Contributions. Britain has taken a significant step in its environmental commitments by submitting its carbon emissions reduction plan to the United Nations climate body. The detailed proposal aims to meet the ambit...[+766 chars] 2025-01-30T11:45:00 Council Post: Decarbonizing Digital: Leveraging Technology For Sustainable Advertising Evgeny Popov https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2025/01/30/decarbonizing-digital-leveraging-technology-for-sustainable-advertising https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/679a75edc579b5b1a16fb8fa/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Evgeny Popov is EVP and GM (International) of Verve Group. He believes digital ecosystem is responsible for more than 3.5% of the world's greenhouse gas emissions and is growing at a rate of 6% per year. Carbon tracking platforms, AI and machine learning can significantly enhance sustainability by refining ad delivery processes. "Evgeny Popov is EVP and GM (International) of Verve Group. getty As environmental consciousness rises among consumers, brands face mounting pressure to minimize their carbon footprints across operatio...[+5450 chars]" 2025-01-30T11:43:35 Britain submits plans to hit emissions-cutting target Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/britain-submits-plans-hit-emissions-cutting-target-2025-01-30 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/ZZMV3PX2MNJ2XCHLLPSMWN5HME.jpg?auth=ed530ae2541e751174751aaa61c5e5b1124e3e79b5cd81b33815662dbacaecd9&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Britain has submitted details of its plan to cut carbon emissions to the United Nations climate body on Thursday. Prime Minister Keir Starmer raised Britain's climate targets at last year's COP29 climate summit, pledging to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by 2035. LONDON, Jan 30 (Reuters) - Britain submitted further details of its plan to cut carbon emissions to the United Nations climate body on Thursday, outlining actions it is taking to hit the ambitious tar...[+1457 chars] 2025-01-30T11:19:00 Despite what you've heard, the Freedom Caucus 'Five and Dime' plan failed Rep. Karlee Provenza https://wyofile.com/despite-what-youve-heard-the-freedom-caucus-five-and-dime-plan-failed https://i0.wp.com/wyofile.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSC03379-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C2075&ssl=1 US en Wyoming's Treasurer's Office invests the state's money in Wall Street and the returns are used to fund state agencies and programs. House Bill 80 was meant to prohibit the treasurer's office from investing in 'woke' companies that follow 'Environmental, Social, and Governance' principles, or ESG. It was amended so that it just codifies existing practices in the Treasurer's office. It would have cost the pension fund that pays retirement benefits to Wyoming state employees $5 billion. I was surprised after I returned home from the Wyoming Capitol on Friday to find Wyoming news outlets reporting that the Freedom Caucus had succeeded in its 'Five and Dime' plan to pass five major bil...[+3252 chars] 2025-01-30T10:36:24 What to Watch in Carbon Finance in 2025 Dauda Sulaimon Abiola https://thenationonlineng.net/what-to-watch-in-carbon-finance-in-2025 https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/30113605/F264D8E5-EC28-4A76-82D7-F49C0A0104B8.jpeg NG en Carbon finance is an ever-evolving market driven by political, technological, and environmental trends. This year's focus is on the expansion of compliance markets, the maturation of voluntary carbon markets, and the role of digital tools in enhancing transparency. Energy-intensive industries like cement and steel are beginning to embrace carbon finance as a pivotal tool in their decarbonization efforts. Africa and Southeast Asia are becoming focal points for carbon finance thanks to their abundant natural resources and growing alignment with global climate goals. No sector moves at the pace of carbon finance. Nor does any other space match its blend of innovation and urgency. Policies that seem immutable one year may be rewritten the next. Mechanisms that appe...[+9134 chars] 2025-01-30T10:21:44 Argaam organizes Argaam Connect Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1786127 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/5473b464-7eee-4f1c-97a4-dade9df11780.png SA en Argaam team organized the Argaam Connect event, bringing together investors and companies listed on the Nomu -Parallel Market. The event aimed to enable institutional investors to explore investment opportunities in this market and strengthen relationships between listed companies and investors. ArgaAm team plans to organize future events that cover various investment opportunities. "Argaam team recently organized the "" Argaam Connect"" event, bringing together investors and companies listed on the Nomu -Parallel Market. The event aimed to enable institutional investors to explore ...[+1068 chars]" 2025-01-30T10:19:03 NA body on Commerce calls for enhancing CSR allocation, action on key export issues Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/NA_body_on_Commerce_calls_for_enhancing_CSR_allocation_actio https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/[] US en The Standing Committee on Commerce has called for enhancing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) allocation and action on key export issues in the country. Urdu Point News and Pakistan Point News are republised by the Standing Committee of Commerce and have been published in their respective editions. ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 30th Jan, 2025) The Standing Committee on Commerce has called for enhancing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) allocation and action on key export issu...[+40 chars] 2025-01-30T09:33:53 «Когда на улице -20°C, приходится работать за еду». Рабочие дома в России эксплуатируют рабский труд, делая владельцев миллионерами Анастасия Михайлова https://theins.ru/obshestvo/278250 https://theins.ru/storage/post/278250/screen20250130-1-yyqke3.png?1738230483 RU en McLean Asset Management Corp grew its position in Exxon Mobil by 66.1% during the fourth quarter. Granite Bay Wealth Management LLC bought 3,958 shares of the oil and gas company's stock worth $456,000 in the second quarter. Quarry LP purchased a new stake in the company. RiverFront Investment Group LLC bought 17,188 shares. Exxon Mobil reported $1.92 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate by $0.01. McLean Asset Management Corp grew its position in Exxon Mobil Co. (NYSE:XOM – Free Report) by 66.1% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned...[+5066 chars] 2025-01-30T09:27:42 Sanitaryware Industry Seeks GST Reforms for Sustainable Growth Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3245278-sanitaryware-industry-seeks-gst-reforms-for-sustainable-growth https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/11_03_2020_13_17_44_8184075.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The sanitaryware industry is calling on the government to revise GST rates in the upcoming Union Budget to promote accessibility and sustainability. In addition, innovations in sustainable materials are seen as key additives to the anticipated growth of the industry in the future. It is also in line with India's environmental goals and enhancing economic progress. The sanitaryware sector is advocating for the government to rationalize GST rates in the upcoming Union budget to boost accessibility and sustainability. Industry leaders highlight the importance of t...[+538 chars] 2025-01-30T09:00:43 ICAI Bahrain Hosts ESG Event Featuring Mohamed Al Shehab TDT https://www.newsofbahrain.com/business/107991.html https://www.newsofbahrain.com/admin/post/upload/A_FGZzf1Ex4v_2025-01-30_1738237062resized_pic.jpg BH en The Bahrain Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India hosted a technical event on Environmental, Social, and Governance at the Wyndham Grand Bahrain. The event brought together industry professionals to discuss the evolving role of ESG in corporate decision-making and its impact on businesses. The Bahrain Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) hosted an insightful technical event on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) at the Wyndham Grand Bahrain. The even...[+1140 chars] 2025-01-30T08:45:01 Sustainable Capital acquires 9.96% stake in Seplat Energy Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4082707/sustainable-capital-acquires-996-stake-in-seplat-energy.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Sustainable Capital Ltd, a Mauritius-based investment firm, has acquired a significant 9.96% stake in Seplat Energy Plc. This is a key threshold for the acquisition of voting rights in the Niamey-owned energy company. Sustainable Capital Ltd, a Mauritius-based investment firm, has acquired a significant 9.96 per cent stake in Seplat Energy Plc, crossing a key threshold for the acquisition of voting rights in the Ni...[+34 chars] 2025-01-30T08:43:48 OPINION: What is driving sustainability reporting ETEnergy World https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/renewable/opinion-what-is-driving-sustainability-reporting/117731194 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117731194,imgsize-320010,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etenergy/renewable/opinion-what-is-driving-sustainability-reporting.jpg IN en Sustainability reporting has become a cornerstone of corporate accountability. The Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) framework introduced by SEBI has aligned Indian companies with international standards. However, India Inc.'s preparedness levels are low on ESG compliance. According to Deloitte's 2023 ESG Preparedness Survey, only 27% of Indian organisations feel adequately equipped to meet compliance requirements. "What is Driving Sustainability Reporting ? Sustainability reporting has become a cornerstone of corporate accountability. Growing pressure from stakeholders has catalysed the development of comprehens...[+6433 chars]" 2025-01-30T08:13:18 New Zealand's second emissions reduction target revealed https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/540442/new-zealand-s-second-emissions-reduction-target-revealed https://media.rnztools.nz/rnz/image/upload/s--32MlvovU--/t_tohu-badge-facebook/v1729550499/4KHX7A5_241022_Caucus_5_jpg?_a=BACCd2AD NZ en "The second emissions reduction target for New Zealand is between 51 and 55 percent compared to 2005 levels. It is required under the Paris Agreement and must be achieved by the end of 2035. It builds on the initial target of a 50 percent reduction by 2030. The official submission described the target as representing New Zealand's ""highest possible ambition""" "Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Climate Change Minister Simon Watts has revealed New Zealand's second emissions reduction target of between 51 and 55 percent compared to 2005 levels. Required under the ...[+1343 chars]" 2025-01-30T08:01:00 California Leads with a Radical Emissions Disclosure Bill Dennis Allen https://www.independent.com/2025/01/30/california-leads-with-a-radical-emissions-disclosure-bill https://www.independent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AdobeStock_511151036.jpeg?fit=5240%2C3289 US en California enacted a new law, SB 253, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act. It will require large public and private companies with yearly revenues of more than $1 billion to declare their GHG emissions. It's estimated that there are 5,400 companies of this size or larger operating in California. California has the fifth largest economy in the world and is moving up to become the fourth largest. The move toward greater corporate transparency for greenhouse-gas emissions (GHG) took a leap forward when California enacted a new law, SB 253, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act. This emi...[+2848 chars] 2025-01-30T07:58:00 Government Signs NZ Up To A Decade's More Pine Planting New Zealand Taxpayer... https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU2501/S00288/government-signs-nz-up-to-a-decades-more-pine-planting.htm http://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/1908/scoop_image.jpg NZ en The Government announced a 2035 climate target of a 51-55% emissions reduction. Federated Farmers meat and wool chair Toby Williams is critical of the target. He says the 2030 target of 50% reduction in all greenhouse gas emissions in the next five years is already beyond reach. The 2030 target would cost up to $24 billion. The Climate Commission suggested keeping an all-gases target and at least a 50% emission reduction. The Government's announcement today of a 2035 climate target of a 51-55% emissions reduction has signed New Zealand up for a decade more of planting pine on productive land, Federated Farmers meat and...[+2951 chars] 2025-01-30T07:49:02 Generali steps up investor returns as CEO offers to stay in charge Gianluca Semeraro https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/generali-return-investors-more-8-061700888.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/42b70a9ea9eff60393255652a2448fee US en Generali pledged to return more than 8.5 billion euros to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks through 2027. CEO Philippe Donnet offered to stay on for another term despite expected opposition from some major shareholders. Donnet's mandate comes up for renewal in the spring. Generali said late on Wednesday its board would not put forward nominees. "By Gianluca Semeraro VENICE (Reuters) -Generali on Thursday pledged to return more than 8.5 billion euros ($8.9 billion) to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks through 2027, as CEO Phili...[+1761 chars]" 2025-01-30T07:43:50 ⚡Summit Group Supports Sustainability Efforts in Bangladesh https://bangla.latestly.com/quickly/world/summit-group-supports-sustainability-efforts-in-bangladesh-342921.html https://bnst1.latestly.com/uploads/images/2025/01/bangladesh.jpg IN en Muhammed Aziz Khan believes that sustainability is not specific to Bangladesh but a global process. He believes that the people of the world must wake up to the fact that they are at risk if they don't vote for leaders who are sustainable. 'Sustainability is a global process. It's not specific to Bangladesh,' Muhammed Aziz Khan says. 'We need to be sure that in the global north or global west, where the highest amount of emissions are c...[+197 chars] 2025-01-30T07:00:08 Social contribution activities refer to a series of public interest activities that go one step furt.. Cho Yoonhee. https://www.mk.co.kr/en/special-edition/11228817 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202501/31/20250131_01110201000002_L00.jpg KR en "Social contribution activities refer to public interest activities that go one step further from economic activities to contribute to social development. Samsung established 'C Lab Outside', a program to foster external startups. LG Electronics is supporting carbon emission reduction consulting to partner companies and expanding third-party verification to manage ESG risks. LG Display invites CEOs of more than 80 core parts and equipment suppliers to its Paju operations every year to hold a ""shared growth New Year's meeting."" LG Innotek operates a 'Shared Growth Fund' worth 143 billion won for shared growth with partners to fund partners at lower interest rates than commercial banks." "* It has been translated through NAVER Getty Images Bank Social contribution activities refer to a series of public interest activities that go one step further from economic activities, which are ess...[+4876 chars]" 2025-01-30T06:56:02 Corporate transparency is a step toward a greener economy, but further change is needed Madlen Sobkowiak https://theconversation.com/corporate-transparency-is-a-step-toward-a-greener-economy-but-further-change-is-needed-243215 https://images.theconversation.com/files/645183/original/file-20250128-15-4c45k5.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=17%2C160%2C1894%2C945&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Corporate transparency is a crucial first step toward a more sustainable economy, but it is not enough to drive positive corporate nature outcomes. Three critical steps are needed: linking corporate actions to their environmental impact, embedding nature outcomes into daily operations and aligning financial incentives with ecological goals. Could corporate transparency be one of the solutions to climate change? Or, at the very least, could it be a way to hold businesses accountable for their environmental impacts? Not by itself, accordin...[+6462 chars] 2025-01-30T06:27:40 Al Sagr shareholders rejects amendment to corporate governance charter Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1786064 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/e97252ec-8a95-4bed-a22b-adedd5924bad.png SA en Al Sagr Cooperative Insurance Co. rejected the proposed amendment to the company's governance charter, but shareholders approved the remaining items on the agenda. The agenda included the amendment of the policy regarding the remuneration of board members, sub-committees, and executive management. Al Sagr Cooperative Insurance Co. rejected, during the general meeting held on Jan. 29, the proposed amendment to the company's governance charter. However, in a statement to Tadawul, the company conf...[+571 chars] 2025-01-30T06:21:16 City-school liaison meeting addresses school districts' concerns Margo Milanowski https://evanstonroundtable.com/2025/01/30/evanston-schools-discuss-healthy-buildings-ordinance https://evanstonroundtable.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Screenshot-2025-01-29-at-10.22.03 PM.png US en The City-School Liaison Committee met Wednesday to discuss the Healthy Buildings Ordinance. It was pushed back at least to the next meeting. The committee is concerned about the cost of the project and the lack of clarity of the proposed rules. The $10.4 million grant Evanston was awarded for building electrification is at risk. Staff and board members from both public school districts in Evanston shared concerns Wednesday about financial feasibility, clarity and potential administrative burden of the Healthy Buildings Ordina...[+5100 chars] 2025-01-30T06:04:16 Himadri's Stellar Achievement: EcoVadis Platinum Medal for Sustainability Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3245055-himadris-stellar-achievement-ecovadis-platinum-medal-for-sustainability https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/11_03_2020_13_25_10_8590644.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Himadri Speciality Chemical Limited has received the Platinum Medal from EcoVadis, a renowned sustainability ratings provider. This accolade places Himadri among the top 1% of more than 1,30,000 companies evaluated worldwide. The company's initiatives include aligning with global Sustainable Development Goals, aiming for Net Zero by 2050, advancing battery recycling, and undertaking community-focused projects. Himadri Speciality Chemical Limited, a global leader in the chemical industry, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the prestigious Platinum Medal from EcoVadis, a renowned sustainability...[+871 chars] 2025-01-30T05:27:45 Is SL Green Realty Corp. (SLG) the Best Monthly Dividend Stock to Buy Right Now? Vardah Gill https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sl-green-realty-corp-slg-052745285.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/1bTVnpDyIwLP9RjVSX7NJg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/5a6ae8bb8742202645b13bf4f6b6a192 US en SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE:SLG) is one of the best-performing monthly dividend stocks. The technology sector accounted for nearly 24% of dividend-paying companies, up from 13% a decade ago. The Dividend Aristocrats Index has struggled to keep pace with the broader market since 2020. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE:SLG) stands against the other monthly dividend stocks. Despite common perceptions...[+7847 chars]" 2025-01-30T05:00:00 Enviri Corporation to Release Q4 and Full Year 2024 Results Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/regional/enviri-corporation-to-release-q4-and-full-year-2024-results https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Enviri-Corporation.png?fit=735%2C400&ssl=1 US en Enviri Corporation will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings results on Thursday, February 20, 2025. The company has scheduled a conference call and live webcast the same day at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. U.S. participants can call (844) 481-2524, while international participants should dial (412) 317-0553. PHILADELPHIA, PA — Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI) has announced that it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings results on Thursday, February 20, 2025, ahead of the opening of the...[+928 chars] 2025-01-30T04:04:41 Leaving X can be a tricky decision for brands BBC https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4081671/leaving-x-can-be-a-tricky-decision-for-brands.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en company has left X, but it's not always a simple decision. . x X y Y y. y, z z. z, z, y, z. z, y. Many companies have left X but it's not always a simple decision. 2025-01-30T03:47:50 Credit Bank PNG supports TIPNG postcourieronline https://www.postcourier.com.pg/credit-bank-png-supports-tipng https://www.postcourier.com.pg/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/BIZ-1-18.png PG en CreditBank PNG has donated K20,000 to Transparency International PNG (TIPNG) as part of its corporate social responsibility strategy. TIPNG works to promote transparency and accountability within the public and private sectors. The bank is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in its operations. "CREDITBANK PNG has reaffirmed its commitment to combating corruption and promoting transparency with a K20,000 donation to Transparency International PNG (TIPNG). This partnership is a testament to Cr...[+1913 chars]" 2025-01-30T02:21:48 Welcoming Workforce Gail Travers https://www.thesandpaper.net/articles/welcoming-workforce https://www.thesandpaper.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/cropped-favicon-32x32.jpg US en Ninety-eight percent of shareholders recently supported the company's diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Barbara Reynolds wants to continue shopping at Costco. She wants to spread the good news and encourage others to support the company. .   "To the Editor: Ninety-eight percent of Costco's shareholders recently supported the company's diversity, equity and inclusion policies. According to the board chairman, since its founding Costco has a...[+507 chars]" 2025-01-30T02:00:00 GOP's war on DEI disrespects business owners and shareholders https://lasvegassun.com/news/2025/jan/30/gops-war-on-dei-disrespects-business-owners-and-sh https://media.lasvegassun.com/media/img/photos/2025/01/29/Costco_t1200.jpg?a58a258a4dac404905303588401680fdf3ee23e4 US en Donald Trump's executive orders targeting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs are harmful for business. 19 Republican attorneys general have sent letters pressuring corporations to abandon DEI policies. Shareholders of Costco voted 98% in favor of keeping the policies in place. "View more of the Sun's opinion section For decades, conservatives have preached the virtues of free markets, railed against government overreach and championed the idea that business owners — not bure...[+6108 chars]" 2025-01-30T01:47:16 Nestlé Pakistan wins top Climate Champion Award Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40345413/nestle-pakistan-wins-top-climate-champion-award https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/01/3006062482527a0.jpg?r=060633 PK en Nestlé Pakistan won the top Climate Champion Award at the OICCI Climate Excellence Awards. Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah emphasized the importance of climate change and urged organizations to play a greater role with the government to mitigate this challenge. Nestlé announced its commitment to reduce its emissions by 20% by 2025, 50% by 2030 and reach Net Zero by 2050. ISLAMABAD: Nestlé Pakistan's efforts towards climate action, sustainability, renewable energy and regenerative agriculture were recognized at the 1st OICCI Climate Excellence Awards, as it won the top...[+1808 chars] 2025-01-30T00:52:20 Daily Cuts - What are carbon credits and how do they help the Amazon rainforest? CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/listen/daily-cuts/what-are-carbon-credits-and-how-do-they-help-amazon-rainforest-4905176 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--8ujh_evi--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2022/10/07/Daily%20CUTS.jpg?itok=kzEqzZmz SG en Microsoft has pledged to restore parts of the Amazon rainforest by removing 3.5 million tonnes of carbon dioxide to offset increasing emissions from its data centres. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman learn more about carbon credits and the legitimacy of such programmes on Asia First. Tech giant Microsoft has pledged hundreds of millions of dollars to restore parts of the Amazon rainforest by removing 3.5 million tonnes of carbon dioxide – all to offset increasing emissions from it...[+372 chars] 2025-01-30T00:35:48 Why leaving X can be a tricky decision for companies BBC News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/Why_leaving_X_can_be_a_tricky_decision_for_companies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/[] US en Many companies have left X, but it's not as bad as it used to be. It's still a good company. It still has a lot of customers. It has a good reputation. It is still going strong.  X is still around. Many companies have left X but it 2025-01-30T00:30:00 Environmentalists on N.Y. delay of a part of carbon-pricing https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/capital-region/politics/2025/01/29/environmentalists-respond-to-hochul-s-delay-of-a-part-of-carbon-pricing-system https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/pollution_climatechangeap23076817540577nat0320_03202023 US en Gov. Kathy Hochul delayed a 'Cap and Invest' program. Three environmental justice advocates resigned from the state's Climate Justice Working Group because they believe the governor is backpedaling on her climate commitment. Katherine Nadeau and Eunice Ko, from Environmental Advocates of New York and New York City Environmental Justice Alliance, explain why the program is critical. "Gov. Kathy Hochul is feeling the heat from environmentalists angry at what they claim is her decision to delay a 'Cap and Invest' program. At the same time, the interim head of the Department of Envir...[+703 chars]" 2025-01-30T00:20:00 CEO, appointment and succession: Board's most critical responsibility https://www.ft.lk/opinion/CEO-appointment-and-succession-Board-s-most-critical-responsibility/14-772422 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_fccf08c60d.jpg LK en The right CEO can take a company to new heights, transform a struggling company, develop the executive team, entrench a positive corporate culture and create value for the board. The wrong CEO can injure or kill a company. Gil Amelio was fired as the CEO of Apple in 1997 and rehired by Edgar Woolard Jr. as the new CEO. Pat Gelsinger resigned as CEO of Intel on first December 2024. In a rapidly changing business and societal landscape where artificial intelligence (AI), digitisation, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are ...[+14835 chars] 2025-01-30T00:08:00 President to fast-track approval of investments, projects to spur higher economic growth https://www.ft.lk/front-page/President-to-fast-track-approval-of-investments-projects-to-spur-higher-economic-growth/44-772411 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_be4677b172.jpg LK en President Anura Kumara Dissanayake wants to streamline the approval of new investments to achieve higher economic growth. He spoke at the inauguration of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce-organised Sri Lanka Economic Summit on Tuesday. The current approval process for an investment in Sri Lanka takes over two and a half years. The President wants to reduce this to less than 82 days. The Board of Investment currently takes 80 days. Government anticipates an economic growth rate exceeding 4% this year. "President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Tuesday assured to expedite approval of new investments by simplifying procedures as part of aiming to achieve higher economic growth. Speaking at the inauguratio...[+2946 chars]" 2025-01-30T00:00:00 Great Awakening: How Canada’s corporate retreat from wokeness signals a cultural shift Natural News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/Great_Awakening_How_Canadaa_s_corporate_retreat_from_wokenes https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Walmart, Starbucks and Ford are abandoning Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in Canada, reflecting a shift in public opinion.   in the U.S. Walmart, Starbucks, Ford and others are abandoning DEI initiatives. Major corporations including Walmart, Starbucks and Ford are abandoning Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in Canada, reflecting a 2025-01-30T00:00:00 UK submits emissions-cutting plan to UN climate body Khaleejtimes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/UK_submits_emissionscutting_plan_to_UN_climate_body https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Britain submitted further details of its plan to cut carbon emissions to the UN climate body on Thursday. Prime Minister Keir Starmer raised Britain's climate targets at last year's UN COP29 climate summit and pledged to deliver an updated cross-economy plan to meet the targets in due course. Britain submitted further details of its plan to cut carbon emissions to the United Nations climate body on Thursday, outlining actions it is taking to hit the ambitious targets announced by Prime Min...[+280 chars] 2025-01-30T00:00:00 JG Summit closes P150-b petrochem plant in Batangas Manila Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/JG_Summit_closes_P150b_petrochem_plant_in_Batangas https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Conglomerate JG Summit Holdings Inc. said Thursday it will sell its stake in the company to a private buyer. The deal is expected to be worth $1.5 billion to $2 billion. The company will not comment on the sale to a third party. Conglomerate JG Summit Holdings Inc. said Thursday it 2025-01-30T00:00:00 Eskom faces scrutiny over financial viability as Auditor-General raises alarm Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/Eskom_faces_scrutiny_over_financial_viability_as_AuditorGene https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Eskom is set to face a rigorous examination before the Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy this Friday to explain dismal findings presented by the Auditor-General, Tsakani Maluleke and Deloitte executives on Wednesday on the utility's 2023/2024 financial year. Eskom is set to face a rigorous examination before the Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy this Friday to explain dismal findings presented by the Auditor-General, Tsakani Maluleke and Deloi...[+121 chars] 2025-01-30T00:00:00 Sharp rise needed in emissions target to help avoid 'crises', advocates say RNZ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/Sharp_rise_needed_in_emissions_target_to_help_avoid_crises_a https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The government is expected to reveal its next climate change target on Thursday night. A former climate change ambassador is making the case for a 66 percent cut to the country's emissions. A climate scientist says the targets would be consistent with the trajectory the country has already set itself. The government is expected to reveal its next climate change target on Thursday night, amid scrutiny from the international community. A former climate change ambassador is making the case for a 66 pe...[+201 chars] 2025-01-30T00:00:00 Standard Chartered Pakistan backs OICCI climate conference The News International https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/Standard_Chartered_Pakistan_backs_OICCI_climate_conference https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Standard Chartered Pakistan is the platinum sponsor of the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry's 3rd Pakistan Climate Conference. OICCI is a chamber of commerce and industry's think tank for overseas investors and investors in Pakistan. It's promoting sustainable finance. The image shows a glimpse from the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry's (OICCI) 3rd Pakistan Climate Conference. — YouTube/OICCI Pakistan/Screenshot KARACHI: Standard Chartered Pakist...[+113 chars] 2025-01-30T00:00:00 Attor­ney Gen­er­al Ken Pax­ton Calls on Cost­co to End Woke DEI Prac­tices and Unlaw­ful Discrimination (Texas Office of Attorney General) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/Attor_ney_Gen_er_al_Ken_Pax_ton_Calls_on_Cost_co_to_End_Woke https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a multistate letter to Costco demanding that the company fully repeal its discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. President Trump's executive order encourages ""the Private Sector to comply with the requirements of the Deed of Equity and Inclusion Act""." ") Attorney General Ken Paxton sent an Iowa- and Kansas-led multistate letter to Costco demanding that the company fully repeal its discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (""DEI"") practices. At...[+107 chars]" 2025-01-30T00:00:00 Can we fix generative AI's massive energy and water use? Deutsche Welle https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/30/can_we_fix_generative_ai_aposs_massive_energy_and_water_use https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Stargate announced a half trillion-dollar investment in Artificial Intelligence. China's DeepSeek is shaking up the industry. What does it all mean for AI's environmental impact? It's important to consider the environmental impact of AI's development in the future. With new US firm Stargate announcing a half trillion-dollar investment in Artificial Intelligence, and China's DeepSeek shaking up the industry, what does it all mean for AI's environmental impact? 2025-01-30T00:00:00 EBM CEO urges businesses to prioritise sustainability as climate crisis bites Our Correspondent https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1277551-ebm-ceo-urges-businesses-to-prioritise-sustainability-as-climate-crisis-bites https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-30/l_1277551_012547_updates.jpg PK en Dr Zeelaf Munir, CEO of English Biscuit Manufacturers (EBM), has called on businesses in Pakistan to integrate sustainability into their core strategies. Climate change poses an increasing threat to supply chains, especially in Pakistan's agricultural sector. Senator Sherry Rehman, chairperson of the Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change, urged the PBC to create a knowledge and certification portal for green business benchmarks and encourage circularity in operations. KARACHI: Dr Zeelaf Munir, CEO of English Biscuit Manufacturers (EBM) and vice chairperson of the Pakistan Business Council (PBC), has called on businesses in Pakistan to integrate sustainability into ...[+2817 chars] 2025-01-29T23:02:37 Sustainable Capital acquires 9.96% stake in Seplat Energy Temitope Aina https://punchng.com/sustainable-capital-acquires-9-96-stake-in-seplat-energy https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23021902/Seplat-Energy-Plc.jpg NG en Sustainable Capital Ltd, a Mauritius-based investment firm, has acquired a significant 9.96 per cent stake in Seplat Energy Plc. The acquisition of 58,580,800 voting rights positions Sustainable Capital as one of the key stakeholders in the company's decision-making processes. Sustainable Capital Ltd, a Mauritius-based investment firm, has acquired a significant 9.96 per cent stake in Seplat Energy Plc, crossing a key threshold for the acquisition of voting rights in the Ni...[+1039 chars] 2025-01-29T22:27:05 Less Burdens, More Innovation: Europe's Shift Towards Business Competitiveness archyde https://www.archyde.com/less-burdens-more-innovation-europes-shift-towards-business-competitiveness https://images.vrt.be/vrtnws_share/2025/01/29/cfb4b223-b53a-4fb5-8882-41f574ddabb8.jpg US en President Ursula von der Leyen's focus has shifted from climate change to bolstering the competitiveness of European businesses. She has set an ambitious goal of reducing administrative costs by 25% overall and 35% for SMEs by 2029. Anna Petrova is a prominent business advocate and CEO of the European Business Alliance. Five years ago, European Commission President Ursula⁤ von der Leyen placed climate​ change at the forefront of her policy ⁣agenda.Now, she's shifting her focus to bolstering the competitive edge of Eu...[+4099 chars] 2025-01-29T22:26:00 Third Eye: Much more needed and sharing stage https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/third-eye-much-more-needed-and-sharing-stage/articleshow/117702865.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117702897,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-39298,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Aashish Dhawan, private equity-investor-turned philanthropist, gave the keynote address at the launch of ASER 2024. He underlined the need for more progress in the education sector. Amarjit Sinha, former advisor to the PM, spoke at length about the progress over the years. Shatrughan Singh, former chairman of UCC rules panel, took stage on Tuesday as the code came into effect. "Much More Needed At the launch of ASER 2024 , private equity-investor-turned philanthropist Aashish Dhawan minced no words in his keynote address. While commending the gains, Dhawan underlined the nee...[+753 chars]" 2025-01-29T22:01:32 Exco Technologies Limited Announces Results for First Quarter Ended December 31, 2024 Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/exco-technologies-limited-announces-results-for-first-quarter-ended-december-31-2024 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM0OTg5OCM2NzI2ODc3IzIwODQ2MTU= CA en Exco Technologies Limited announced results for its first quarter ended December 31, 2024. Exco announced a quarterly dividend of $0.105 per common share which will be paid on March 31, 2025 to shareholders of record on March 17, 2025. The dividend is an 'eligible dividend' in accordance with the Income Tax Act of Canada. TORONTO, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Exco Technologies Limited (TSX-XTC) today announced results for its first quarter ended December 31, 2024. In addition, Exco announced a quarterly dividend of...[+194 chars] 2025-01-29T21:27:56 EU To Host ‘Simplification Roundtable' On Reducing Sustainability Reporting Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/01/29/eu-to-host-simplification-roundtable-on-reducing-sustainability-reporting https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/672259e254471c9be6c3438b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Commission has announced a Simplification Roundtable with stakeholders on February 6 to discuss the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the Corporate Sustaining Due Diligence Directive. The aim is to reduce the regulatory burden on businesses as part of the EU Green Deal. "The European Union (EU) flag at the European Parliament's Louise Weiss building in Strasbourg, ... [+] France Photographer: Stefan Wermuth/Bloomberg Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imp...[+4961 chars]" 2025-01-29T21:06:00 StoneX Group Inc. to Announce 2025 Fiscal First Quarter Earnings on February 5, 2025 Stone X Group Inc. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stonex-group-inc-announce-2025-210600907.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/5b5b79e495de1d521c80f767c6878a4f US en Conference call to follow on February 6, 2025 at 9:00am ET to review the Company's 2025 fiscal first quarter results. Participants can access the call via https://www.vevent.com/register/BIe20141cf7fd043c89fde461964a3582e ten minutes prior to the start time. "Conference call to follow on February 6, 2025 at 9:00am ET NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StoneX Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SNEX) today announced that it will release its fiscal 2025 first quart...[+1821 chars]" 2025-01-29T20:52:44 SC's Alan Wilson calls on Costco to end DEI policies amid US companies ending initiatives Nina Tran https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/local/greenville/2025/01/29/sc-ag-demands-costco-end-dei-programs-us-companies-cutting-policies-list/78024362007 https://www.usatoday.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/28/USAT/77986509007-usatsi-25085300.jpg?crop=4043,2274,x0,y800&width=3200&height=1800&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en "South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is calling on Costco to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies (DEI). Wilson joined attorneys from 18 other states, asserting that the DEI ""violates state and federal anti-discrimination laws."" Wilson's office sent a letter to Costco's leadership demanding they remove their DEI policies within 30 days. President Trump's executive order to dismantle DEI efforts across the federal government last week." "SC's Alan Wilson calls on Costco to end DEI policies amid US companies ending initiatives Show Caption Hide Caption Detroit organization helps amplify minority-owned businesses as Trump rolls back DEI...[+5833 chars]" 2025-01-29T20:31:12 Japan eyes legal reforms to support shareholder identity disclosure Staff Writer https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Markets/Japan-eyes-legal-reforms-to-support-shareholder-identity-disclosure https://www.ft.com/__origami/service/image/v2/images/raw/https%3A%2F%2Fcms-image-bucket-production-ap-northeast-1-a7d2.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages%2F4%2F1%2F2%2F6%2F48946214-6-eng-GB%2FCropped-173816942020250129N%2520Tokyo%2520Marunouchi.jpg?width=1260&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms&format=auto&height=630 JP en Legislative Council will consult on a revision to the Companies Act in February. It wants to make it easier for companies to identify shareholders who are not on the register but hold de facto voting rights. The panel will hammer out details before submitting a draft of a bill to parliament. TOKYO -- Japan is moving to conduct legal revisions to strengthen shareholder identity disclosure, aiming to make it easier for companies to identify shareholders who are not on the register but hold ...[+275 chars] 2025-01-29T19:27:57 Boston's latest ‘net zero' rule wins zoning board approval Greg Ryan https://www.nbcboston.com/boston-business-journal/bostons-latest-net-zero-rule-wins-zoning-board-approval/3616455 https://media.nbcboston.com/2022/11/city-hall-01900xx6000-4000-0-0.jpg?quality=85&strip=all&resize=1200%2C675 US en The Boston Zoning Commission's 8-to-3 vote is the final approval that city officials need to advance the measure. It mandates that future real estate developments have net zero carbon emissions as soon as they open, or their owners will face fines. The rule applies to projects proposed to the city beginning in July 2025. "A Boston zoning board on Wednesday gave the green light to the Wu administration's 'net zero' requirement for new buildings after rejecting the same proposal last year. The Boston Zoning Commission's ...[+433 chars]" 2025-01-29T19:27:00 Boston board approves net zero zoning rule https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2025/01/29/bostons-latest-net-zero-rule-gets-zoning-boards-ok.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12376817/city-hall-01*1200xx6000-3375-0-313.jpg US en The Boston Zoning Commission's 8-to-3 vote is the final approval that city officials need to advance the measure. The rule applies to projects formally proposed to the city beginning in July 2025. It gives new life sciences labs until 2035 and new hospital buildings and manufacturing sites until 2045. The requirements apply to buildings over 20,000 square feet or with at least 15 residential units. "The rule mandates that future real estate developments have net zero carbon emissions as soon as they open, or their owners will face fines. A Boston zoning board on Wednesday gave the green light to ...[+3049 chars]" 2025-01-29T18:57:07 Competitiveness Compass: How EU aims to keep up with the world's top economies https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/29/competitiveness-compass-how-eu-aims-to-keep-up-with-the-worlds-top-economies https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Competitiveness-Compass-How-EU-aims-to-keep-up-with-the.jpg US en The EU Commission has come up with a plan aimed at slashing the bloc's overburdening regulation. The aim is to dig into Europeans' savings to raise finance and invest in European companies to lead in future technologies. Climate activists argue the plan is taking a dangerous misstep by framing regulation as a primary obstacle to competitiveness. has come up with a plan aimed at slashing the bloc's overburdening regulation, digging into Europeans' savings to raise finance and investing the money in European companies to lead in future technolo...[+5482 chars] 2025-01-29T18:48:20 Costco Double Downed On DEI, Then 19 Attorneys General Warned Them To Stop Doug Melville https://www.forbes.com/sites/dougmelville/2025/01/29/costco-double-downed-on-dei-then-19-attorneys-general-warned-them-to-stop https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6799ab81448adbde6d98a3fc/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Costco has been criticized for its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. 19 states AGs wrote to Costco's president and CEO, Ron Vachris, asking him to end the 'unlawful discrimination imposed by the company through DEI' policies. Costco's board of directors voted against the proposal. As executive orders continue to dominate the federal government's position on DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion), one pressing issue has been how DEI activities would proceed and progress across th...[+7167 chars] 2025-01-29T18:44:09 Greg Deavens on Retirement and Beyond Larry Platt https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/greg-deavens-on-retirement-and-beyond https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Greg_Deavens_Phillies.jpg US en Greg Deavens, President and CEO of IBX, announced he will be retiring at the end of this year. Deaven's has helped lead the region and Independence through a pandemic, modeled diverse hiring, oversaw an expansion in behavioral health access, and helped create the Coalition to Eliminate Race Based Medicine. He is a Dallas Cowboys season ticketholder. Today, our forthcoming Corporate Citizen of the Year, IBX President and CEO Greg Deavens, announced he will be retiring at the end of this year. Deavens, 63, became CEO four years ago and has helped l...[+2777 chars] 2025-01-29T18:29:36 Alabama AG demands wholesale retailer giant drop ‘insidious' DEI practices Heather Gann https://www.al.com/news/2025/01/alabama-ag-demands-wholesale-retailer-giant-drop-insidious-dei-practices.html https://www.al.com/resizer/v2/YQDRETORZ5GWNFCZEBNYQVWPQY.JPG?auth=591b1466cacfb5c91fbcea7c6f3b8337547b455e4f88e001c82adbdfd364862a&width=1280&quality=90 US en Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall signed a letter with 18 AGs demanding that Costco dismantle their DEI policies or explain why they're keeping them within 30 days. 98% of U.S. shareholders last week rejected a proposal that asked Costco to evaluate and report on the risks associated with their diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. "Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has cosigned a letter with 18 other AGs demanding that wholesale chain Costco dismantle their DEI policies or explain why they're keeping them within 30 days. '...[+1650 chars]" 2025-01-29T18:25:50 Ohio's meddlesome AG Yost needs to get out of Costco's business - or else Letters to the Editor https://www.dispatch.com/story/opinion/letters/2025/01/29/costco-ohio-attorney-general-dei-diversity-governor/78023235007 https://www.gannett-cdn.com/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/23/USAT/77908224007-xxx-costco-getty-images-1580864430-dcb.jpeg?auto=webp&crop=6990,3932,x0,y728&format=pjpg&width=1200 US en Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is pushing against Costco's diversity initiatives. Ray Watford, Hilliard says Yost's actions seem more about political posturing than genuine concern. Yost uses his position to pressure a successful private company to conform to his ideological preferences. "Re ""Ohio AG Dave Yost to Costco: Drop your diversity programs or else,"" Jan. 29. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost's push against Costco's DEI policies is just another example of his pattern of insertin...[+1248 chars]" 2025-01-29T18:23:14 Guinness Nigeria Plc announces changes to its board of directors Sponsored Post https://businessday.ng/sponsored/article/guinness-nigeria-plc-announces-changes-to-its-board-of-directors/&text=Guinness%20Nigeria%20Plc%20announces%20changes%20to%20its%20board%20of%20directors https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Guinness-1.png NG en Prof. Fabian Ajogwu, SAN, will replace Dr. Omobola Johnson as Board Chair effective January 29, 2025. Ms. Ngozi Edozien retired from the Board on November 27, 2024. Mrs. Olusola Oworu will join the Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director effective February 1, 2025, subject to shareholder approval at the next Annual General Meeting. Lagos, Nigeria, January 23, 2025 – Guinness Nigeria Plc. (the 'Company') announces key changes to its Board of Directors, reflecting its commitment to strong corporate governance and strategic leaders...[+2786 chars] 2025-01-29T18:18:56 GOP attorneys general urge Costco to drop diversity policies, cite Trump's order McKenna Horsley https://www.yahoo.com/news/gop-attorneys-general-urge-costco-181856729.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/kentucky_lantern_articles_259/64d8f058c0113c69449cf9b7be659420 US en 19 Republican attorneys general want Costco to end its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. President Donald Trump's executive order encourages enforcement of civil rights laws. Costco shareholders rejected a proposal from a conservative think tank to examine risks posed by its DEI policies. The company has four stores in Kentucky. "Kentucky's Russell Coleman is among the 19 Republican attorneys general urging Costco to end its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. (Kentucky Lantern photo by McKenna Horsley) A group of Republ...[+3187 chars]" 2025-01-29T18:03:24 How the EU aims to keep up with the world's top economies – DW – 01/29/2025 Anchal Vohra https://www.dw.com/en/competitiveness-compass-how-eu-aims-to-keep-up-with-the-worlds-top-economies/a-71446295 https://static.dw.com/image/69289089_6.jpg DE en "Brussels has laid out a Competitiveness Compass with policies to boost growth. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that the EU risks to be ""stuck on a low-growth path"" with less income for the employed, less welfare for the disadvantaged, and less opportunities for all. Climate activists decry the measures as a betrayal of the EU green deal." Brussels has called on EU member states to help revive the bloc's sluggish economies. It laid out a Competitiveness Compass with policies to boost growth. Can the plan make Europe fit for competing wi...[+6780 chars] 2025-01-29T18:03:00 Competitiveness Compass: How EU aims to keep up with the world's top economies Anchal Vohra https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/competitiveness-compass-how-eu-aims-to-keep-up-with-the-world-s-top-economies/ar-AA1y4Icq US en The European Commission has come up with a plan aimed at slashing the bloc's overburdening regulation. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled the policy roadmap called Competitive Compass on Wednesday. Brussels wants to dig into Europeans' savings to raise finance and invest in European companies to lead in future technologies such as AI and clean technology. The European Commission has come up with a plan aimed at slashing the bloc's overburdening regulation, digging into Europeans' savings to raise finance and investing the money in European companies to...[+5892 chars] 2025-01-29T18:00:57 JPMorgan Chase and Apple Remain Committed to DEI Programs Stacy M. Brown https://lasentinel.net/jpmorgan-chase-and-apple-remain-committed-to-dei-programs.html https://lasentinel.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/01/DEI-graphic.jpg US en The Trump administration has launched an effort to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) programs. Some companies, like Costco, JPMorgan Chase, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Apple, refuse to back down despite pressure from conservatives and the White House. Walmart's decision to retreat from DE&I initiatives has been criticized by shareholders. Under President Donald Trump's Project 2025, the administration has launched an unprecedented effort to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) programs. Federal agencies are now prohibited ...[+4471 chars] 2025-01-29T18:00:00 Australia won't follow Trump's anti-diversity push, super fund boss says Sumeyya Ilanbey https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/australia-won-t-follow-trump-s-anti-diversity-push-super-fund-boss-says-20250129-p5l80b.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.293%2C$multiply_1.545%2C$ratio_1.5%2C$width_756%2C$x_0%2C$y_258/t_crop_custom/q_62%2Cf_auto/948ca4c06876e2ab63e9911e05b20ca40fe5a2b6 AU en Hesta CEO Debby Blakey is optimistic Australia's businesses and public servants won't follow the lead of US President Donald Trump in rolling back diversity measures. Hesta voted against 47 directors and chairs at the boards of Harvey Norman, Cettire and Guzman Y Gomez over their gender diversity achievements. The head of one of the largest super funds is optimistic the nation's businesses and public servants won't follow the lead of US President Donald Trump in rolling back diversity measures, saying the b...[+1817 chars] 2025-01-29T17:27:00 Delhi HC sends notice to Religare over Rashmi Saluja's petition seeking stay on resolution related to her removal as director Indu Bhan https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/delhi-hc-sends-notice-to-religare-over-rashmi-salujas-petition-seeking-stay-on-resolution-related-to-her-removal-as-director/articleshow/117692271.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117692255,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-512556,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Delhi High Court issues a notice to Religare Enterprises on Rashmi Saluja's petition to stay a resolution related to her removal as a director at the company's upcoming 40th Annual General Meeting (AGM) meeting scheduled on February 7. The Burman family, currently the largest shareholder in the company with a stake of around 25%, wants to increase its stake and take control of the company. "The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued a notice to Religare Enterprises on a petition by its executive director Rashmi Saluja seeking stay on a resolution related to her removal as a director at the...[+3519 chars]" 2025-01-29T17:22:04 Why Gen Z Should Care About ESG Investing Tom White https://www.freep.com/story/special/contributor-content/2025/01/29/why-gen-z-should-care-about-esg-investing/78023020007 https://www.freep.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/29/USAT/78023038007-image-1-4.png?crop=623,351,x0,y32&width=623&height=351&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en According to Bloomberg, ESG assets could surpass $50 trillion globally by 2025. For Gen Z, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing is about aligning financial decisions with values that promote sustainability, fairness, and accountability. ESG funds focus on companies prioritizing issues such as climate action and workplace equality. "Gen Z is shaping the future in ways that go way beyond trends and social media. This generation is driving conversations about climate change, equality, and transparency. Did you know your financial d...[+4067 chars]" 2025-01-29T17:19:45 Eskom is in huge trouble The Herald https://www.herald.co.zw/eskom-is-in-huge-trouble https://www.herald.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2019/02/eskom.jpg ZW en Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA) has given Eskom another qualified audit for the 2023/24 financial year. AGSA raised the alarm over the group's financial viability amid rising municipal debt. The group has reported operating losses of R57 billion and its current liabilities exceed its assets by R50 billion. It hopes to return to profitability in 2025. The Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA) has given power utility Eskom another qualified audit for the 2023/24 financial year, raising the alarm over the group's financial viability amid rising muni...[+3761 chars] 2025-01-29T17:17:37 Amsterdam-based VC firm Borski Fund secures €9M archyde https://www.archyde.com/amsterdam-based-vc-firm-borski-fund-secures-e9m https://3a18c69c.delivery.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Borski-Fund-1.jpg US en Amsterdam-based venture capital firm Borski Fund has secured a significant €9 million investment from M&G Investments. This is one of the largest investments in the history of the fund. The venture capital industry is notorious for its lack of diversity, with women receiving a disproportionately small share of funding. The fund is dedicated to empowering female founders and dismantling the barriers they face in securing capital. "Table of Contents In a move signaling a growing recognition of the importance of gender diversity in the investment sector, Amsterdam-based venture capital firm Borski Fund has secured a significant €...[+12335 chars]" 2025-01-29T17:04:47 Commission plans to set up anti-red tape brigade Robert Hodgson https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/01/29/commission-plans-to-set-up-anti-red-tape-brigade https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/09/01/47/78/1200x675_cmsv2_bf813b38-cf91-5dfc-b76e-9e7840a837fb-9014778.jpg FR en The European Commission is planning to set up a new Simplification Advisory Group as it embarks on a five-year mission to lighten the administrative burden on businesses. Ursula von der Leyen's second Commission has set a target of reducing the reporting burden by 25% by the end of its current mandate. The European Commission is planning to set up a new Simplification Advisory Group as it embarks on a five-year mission to lighten the administrative burden on businesses, a leaked document seen by Eur...[+3110 chars] 2025-01-29T17:01:36 Sustainable Development Goals great on paper, not in real world Stu Turley https://theenergynewsbeat.substack.com/p/sustainable-development-goals-great https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F418e3e41-b23a-416c-8606-9b40a3e7c3be_1024x683.jpeg US en The EU is lagging behind on sustainable development progress, according to a new report by a UN-affiliated body Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). The report calls on the EU institutions to issue a political statement reaffirming the EU's commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. "ENB Pub Note: The UN needs to be thrown out of the United States and all funding cut. They have caused the global humanitarian migration crisis and are causing more harm than good. The EU is lagging b...[+2745 chars]" 2025-01-29T17:00:00 Resume.org Survey Shows 1 in 8 Companies Are Scaling Back DEI Commitments in 2025, Many Cite Political Climate Resume.org https://www.goskagit.com/resume-org-survey-shows-1-in-8-companies-are-scaling-back-dei-commitments-in-2025/article_0aadc620-5e15-54c5-9f31-c332826d15ca.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/goskagit.com/content/tncms/custom/image/e1586314-89a9-11e7-be8f-ef31f934c462.png?resize=600%2C293 US en Businesses shift focus as political and economic pressures influence diversity initiatives. 1 in 8 companies are reducing or eliminating DEI efforts this year. Many companies cite shifts in the political climate as a key factor. Resume.Org has released a survey report examining the future of corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. "Businesses shift focus as political and economic pressures influence diversity initiatives KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Resume.Org, the leading platform for building a resume, ...[+346 chars]" 2025-01-29T16:47:00 Wooden Snake and crypto market prospects from global broker Octa Media Outreach https://businesspost.ng/media-outreach/wooden-snake-and-crypto-market-prospects-from-global-broker-octa https://i0.wp.com/businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image_1-8.jpeg?fit=1920%2C1080&ssl=1 NG en Saraburi SANDBOX is an area-based collaborative effort, driven by the Public-Private-People Partnership (PPP) approach. It aims to transform Saraburi into a low-carbon city by fostering collaboration among the government sector, the private sector, civil society, and related industries for various pilot projects of CO2 reduction. The project still continues with collaborative effort of all sectors, including to seek additional green funding to achieve a target reduction of 5 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2027. "BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 January 2025 – SARABURI SANDBOX is an area-based collaborative effort, driven by the Public-Private-People Partnership (PPP) approach, comprising three...[+5337 chars]" 2025-01-29T16:35:28 Goldman's Woman Problem Just Keeps Getting Worse list.metadata.agency https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/goldmans-woman-problem-just-keeps-getting-worse-11738168528557.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/06/1600x900/company_3_1733465099406_1733465108677.png IN en David Solomon is the CEO of Goldman Sachs Group Inc. He touts the successes of his five-year tenure in his annual letter to shareholders. The Wall Street Journal published an investigation into the stalled progress of women at the firm. Two-thirds of the women who were partners at the end of 2018 have left the company or no longer hold the title. (Bloomberg Opinion) -- David Solomon, CEO of Goldman Sachs Group Inc., was hoping to take a victory lap. On Friday, the firm released his annual letter to shareholders, which he used to tout the succe...[+4541 chars] 2025-01-29T16:00:00 Are You Tired of Politicized CEOs? Research Shows You're Not Alone Daniel Liberto https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/are-you-tired-of-politicized-ceos-research-shows-youre-not-alone/ar-AA1y49DB US en Recent research shows investors prefer CEOs who stay silent on controversial issues. University of Iowa study was inspired by the fact that prominent CEOs are more visible in their political preferences today. It's not new for corporations to make their political views known, but this has traditionally occurred through political donations and lobbying. Fact checked by Stella OsobaFrom Tesla's (TSLA) Elon Musk speaking at rallies for President Donald Trump to JPMorgan Chase & Co.'s (JPM) Jamie Dimon weighing in on everything from Ukraine to tariffs, ...[+7440 chars] 2025-01-29T15:30:35 CSRHub Connects to Sustainable Platform Bahar Gidwani https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/united-nations-e8b63066eb79fdf2f6dbb9bf2961ddbf https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Sustainable Platform is a SaaS database that provides access to sustainability and SDG performance data for thousands of global companies. CSRHub recently added Sustainable Platform's data on 23,000 entities into its big data consensus ESG ratings system. Greenwashing has very little effect on the ratings, but high-score entities get a small benefit from their greenwashing activity. "As previously seen on the CSRHub blog. Founded in 2017 and based in Perth, Australia, Sustainable Platform is a SaaS database that provides access to crucial and transparent sustainability & SDG (UN S...[+3458 chars]" 2025-01-29T15:28:34 3 stocks with rising dividends for 25 straight years just joined an elite 'aristocrat' group that tends to offer a cushion in times of volatility William Edwards https://www.businessinsider.com/top-dividend-stocks-to-invest-in-aristocrats-new-sp500-proshares-2025-1 https://i.insider.com/679945baeb4be2fff9a2a7d8?width=1200&format=jpeg US en Factset, Erie Indemnity, and Eversource Energy have joined the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index. They must have raised their dividends for 25 years to join the elite index. The index's average annual yield is around 2.5%. Its constituents' high level of quality makes the group attractive during volatile periods. "Factset, Erie Indemnity, and Eversource Energy have joined the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index. Companies must have raised their dividends for 25 years to join the elite index. Dividend Aristocrats...[+2212 chars]" 2025-01-29T15:15:00 Essity Once Again Recognized as a Diversity Leader by Financial Times Essity https://finance.yahoo.com/news/essity-once-again-recognized-diversity-151500973.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/b0f7ad61c48e89e0d87b3cd302f31a50 US en For the fourth consecutive year, Essity has been designated a Diversity Leader by Financial Times. The ranking was compiled by the research firm Statista on behalf of the Financial Times by surveying more than 100,000 employees in European companies on five aspects of diversity. "Hygiene and health company Essity has, for the fourth consecutive year, been designated a Diversity Leader by Financial Times. NORTHAMPTON, MA / / January 29, 2025 / The ranking was compiled by the re...[+1030 chars]" 2025-01-29T15:10:04 EU launches ‘simplification' agenda in effort to keep up with US and China Jennifer Rankin https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jan/29/eu-launches-simplification-agenda-in-effort-to-keep-up-with-us-and-china https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/46082dc3590d7eaeb420515299b653b96bddcf3e/0_45_5558_3335/master/5558.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=3a5c6b6424b19acdd290972aacf4d3b9 GB en Ursula von der Leyen announced 'unprecedented simplification effort' to cut red tape and boost innovation in an attempt to reverse Europe's economic decline compared with China and the US. It is her first major policy announcement since starting a second term as European Commission president last month. The EU executive has announced 'an unprecedented simplification effort' to cut regulations and boost innovation in an attempt to reverse Europe's economic decline and better compete with China and the...[+4810 chars] 2025-01-29T15:00:43 TriMas Packaging Awarded EcoVadis Gold Rating for Sustainability Efforts Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/trimas-packaging-awarded-ecovadis-gold-rating-for-sustainability-efforts/article_21e46b19-af1b-5a10-80e6-93d34403fb5b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en TriMas Packaging's U.S.-based sites are in the top 5% of more than 130,000 companies assessed by EcoVadis globally for their commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. "BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 29, 2025-- TriMas (NASDAQ: TRS) today announced that its TriMas Packaging group has retained the Gold level rating for its Environment, Social and Governa...[+4951 chars]" 2025-01-29T15:00:03 TriMas Packaging Awarded EcoVadis Gold Rating for Sustainability Efforts Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/trimas-packaging-awarded-ecovadis-gold-rating-for-sustainability-efforts/article_72dc75f1-e112-560e-9d72-6948157852fe.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en TriMas Packaging's U.S.-based sites are in the top 5% of more than 130,000 companies assessed by EcoVadis globally. The company's commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices is recognized by the company's environmental, social and governance initiatives. "BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 29, 2025-- TriMas (NASDAQ: TRS) today announced that its TriMas Packaging group has retained the Gold level rating for its Environment, Social and Governa...[+283 chars]" 2025-01-29T14:50:53 Essity Once Again Recognized as a Diversity Leader by Financial Times https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-8bbae5635e44cf071760e9df4f72f59c https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en For the fourth consecutive year, Essity has been designated a Diversity Leader by Financial Times. The ranking was compiled by the research firm Statista on behalf of the Financial Times by surveying more than 100,000 employees in European companies on five aspects of diversity. "Hygiene and health company Essity has, for the fourth consecutive year, been designated a Diversity Leader by Financial Times. The ranking was compiled by the research firm Statista on behalf of the F...[+520 chars]" 2025-01-29T14:30:00 19 GOP Attorneys General Pressure Costco To Drop DEI Initiatives Sharelle Burt https://www.blackenterprise.com/gop-ags-pressure-costco-to-drop-dei-policies https://blackenterprise-prod.b-cdn.net/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2024/01/IMG_6802.jpg US en Nineteen state Republican attorneys general want Costco Wholesale to abolish its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. Donald Trump signed an executive order to dismantle DEI programs at the federal level. On Jan 25, Rev. Al Sharpton and members of the National Action Network formed a 'buy-in' at a Costco in Harlem, NY to highlight the company's commitment to DEI. Nineteen state Republican attorneys general are heightening the pressure against Costco Wholesale to abolish its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, claiming concerns of legal risk and di...[+2944 chars] 2025-01-29T14:19:58 The role of banks in promoting sustainable development and environmental responsibility Pml Daily Editor https://www.pmldaily.com/business/2025/01/the-role-of-banks-in-promoting-sustainable-development-and-environmental-responsibility.html https://www.pmldaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Chinwa.png KE en Chinwe Chinedu-Chika is the Executive Director at the United Bank for Africa Uganda. She believes that the financial sector plays a pivotal role in fostering sustainable development and environmental stewardship. UBA Foundation launched the 'Our Land: Grooming a Greener Future' campaign to plant one million trees across Africa by 2025. "Chinwe Chinedu-Chika, is the Executive Director at the United Bank for Africa Uganda As the global community confronts pressing challenges like climate change, environmental degradation, and social in...[+5239 chars]" 2025-01-29T14:18:01 Meet Anthony Kwesi Sarpong: Ghana's new acting GRA Commissioner-General https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Meet-Anthony-Kwesi-Sarpong-Ghana-s-new-acting-GRA-Commissioner-General-1969422 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/896/89697246.jpg GH en Anthony Kwasi Sarpong has been appointed as the Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) by President John Dramani Mahama. He is a seasoned professional with nearly three decades of experience in finance, taxation, and public sector reforms. His appointment has been widely welcomed, with many citing his expertise and strong leadership track record. "Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, Acting Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Ghana has ushered in a new era for its revenue administration with the appointment of Anthony Kwasi Sarpong as t...[+4337 chars]" 2025-01-29T14:17:38 MetricStream Announces AI-Powered GRC Leadership Series Workshops Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/metricstream-announces-ai-powered-grc-leadership-series-workshops https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250129936835r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en The GRC Leadership Series is a hands-on workshop for GRC, risk, compliance and audit leaders. It's designed to provide actionable takeaways, understand the practical applications of AI, foster meaningful discussions and create opportunities for networking with industry peers. MetricStream is the global SaaS leader of Integrated Risk Management and GRC solutions. "Article content The interactive workshops will cover essential topics including: Why traditional GRC approaches need to evolve Key strategies for advancing on the GRC maturity journey Leveraging emerg...[+2476 chars]" 2025-01-29T14:17:05 SJW Group Declares Dividend and Announces 2025 Dividend Increase Sjw Group https://www.enidnews.com/region/sjw-group-declares-dividend-and-announces-2025-dividend-increase/article_969eb34e-6cc7-5ec8-b427-923203ec3372.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Board of Directors of SJW Group (NASDAQ: SJW) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.42 per share payable on March 3, 2025, to all shareholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 10, 2025. There have been 57 consecutive years of annual dividend increases and more than 80 years of dividend payments. "5% increase in annual dividend 57 consecutive years of annual dividend increases More than 80 consecutive years of dividend payments SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Di...[+5916 chars]" 2025-01-29T14:05:00 As Attacks Against DE&I Heighten, Costco And Apple Prove Inclusion Remains Good Business Stacy M. Brown https://seattlemedium.com/trump-project-2025-dei-backlash https://seattlemedium.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Leaders_of_Tomorrow-Wikimedia-commons-810x540-copy.jpg US en The Trump administration is trying to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) programs. Some companies, like Costco, JPMorgan Chase, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Apple, refuse to back down despite pressure from conservatives and the White House. Walmart's decision to retreat from DE&I initiatives has been criticized by shareholders. "By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Under President Donald Trump's Project 2025, the administration has launched an unprecedented effort to dismantle diversity, equity, and ...[+4429 chars]" 2025-01-29T14:01:23 Sweetgreen to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results on February 26, 2025 Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/sweetgreen-to-announce-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-on-february-26-2025/article_1e441446-20b2-54b7-a8e9-20ccdececaa0.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Sweetgreen, Inc. will release financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year of 2024 after the market close on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. On that day, the company will host a webcast at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 pm Eastern Time) to discuss the company's business and financial results. Sweetgreen, Inc. (NYSE: SG) will release financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year of 2024 after the market close on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. On that day, the company will hos...[+119 chars] 2025-01-29T14:00:00 Media advisory - Measuring Beyond 2025 Conference: Social Impact at the Heart of Sustainable Transition Français HEC Montréal https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/media-advisory-measuring-beyond-2025-conference-social-impact-at-the-heart-of-sustainable-transition-857233095.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2608352/HEC_Montr_al_Media_advisory___Measuring_Beyond_2025_Conference_.jpg?p=twitter CA en "The Measuring Beyond Conference on sustainable and responsible management of businesses and organizations will take place on February 11, 2025, in Montréal. The conference will focus on the key theme of ""Social Impact at the Heart of Sustainable Transition"". The conference is organized by HEC Montreal in partnership with the University of Oxford's Saïd Business School. It is presented by KPMG and powered by Executive Education." MONTRÉAL, Jan. 29, 2025 /CNW/ - HEC Montréal invites media representatives to the annual Measuring Beyond Conference on sustainable and responsible management of businesses and organizations, on Febru...[+3642 chars] 2025-01-29T13:47:24 EU CO2 Reduction Goals: A Call for Fairness Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3244262-eu-co2-reduction-goals-a-call-for-fairness https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/09_07_2024_15_40_10_4035373.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has urged for fairness in the implementation of CO2 emission reduction targets for automakers by 2025. She stressed the importance of considering the investments already made by companies. She also emphasized viewing the targets as part of a comprehensive package rather than in isolation. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has urged for fairness in the implementation of CO2 emission reduction targets for automakers by 2025. Speaking on Wednesday, von der Leyen highlight...[+573 chars] 2025-01-29T13:42:44 SIG Group (VTX:SIGN) delivers shareholders favorable 7.3% CAGR over 5 years, surging 5.1% in the last week alone Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sig-group-vtx-sign-delivers-134244500.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/d87d808830e2aedc066b03f242222480 US en SIG Group AG (VTX:SIGN) shareholders have enjoyed a 28% share price rise over the last half decade, well in excess of the market return of around 11%. The more recent gains haven't been so impressive, with shareholders gaining just 9.8%, including dividends. The company was unprofitable five years ago, but profitable three years ago. The share price is down 1.0% in the last three years, while the EPS is up 16%. The TSR is a return calculation that accounts for the value of cash dividends and the calculated value of discounted capital raisings and spin-offs. Generally speaking the aim of active stock picking is to find companies that provide returns that are superior to the market average. Buying under-rated businesses is one path to excess returns. For e...[+3919 chars] 2025-01-29T13:34:08 EU Stays Committed to Green Deal Goals Amid Flexibility Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3244236-eu-stays-committed-to-green-deal-goals-amid-flexibility https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/28_06_2024_15_52_08_5034518.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Union is reaffirming its commitment to the Green Deal's objectives. Ursula von der Leyen, European Commission president, stressed the need to assess and adapt strategies. The comments came following the presentation of the EU's competitiveness plan, underscoring the union's balance between environmental objectives and pragmatic execution. The European Union is reaffirming its commitment to the Green Deal's objectives, according to European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen. However, she emphasized that there must be flexibility...[+517 chars] 2025-01-29T13:25:04 France puts pressure on EU to scale back ESG reporting requirements Newsbase https://www.intellinews.com/france-puts-pressure-on-eu-to-scale-back-esg-reporting-requirements-364055 http://www.intellinews.com/img/main_logo.jpg US en Paris is preparing a proposal to limit the amount of companies that would be subject to the full reporting requirements of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). CSRD has come under criticism from some officials who perceive the reporting requirements as too costly for smaller and medium-sized firms (SMEs). The German government also stated in December that it would pressure the European Commission's executive arm to rein in the directive. The EU's ESG reporting requirements are set to face a stiff challenge as the French government is preparing to submit proposals to curb the scope of ESG regulatory requirements, Bloomberg reported on ...[+1618 chars] 2025-01-29T13:08:06 Sebi Mulls Modifying Investor Charter for Stock Brokers PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-mulls-modifying-investor-charter-for-stock-brokers-6602757.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-02-781x441.jpg IN en Sebi proposes reviewing the investor charter for stock brokers in a bid to boost financial consumer protection, enhanced financial inclusion and financial literacy. The proposal is also in view of the recent developments in the securities market including introduction of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform and SCORES 2.0 - a web based centralized grievance redressal system. New Delhi, Jan 29 (PTI) Markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday proposed reviewing the investor charter for stock brokers in a bid to boost financial consumer protection alongside enhanced financial inclu...[+2318 chars] 2025-01-29T13:07:56 SEBI's New Push: Revamping Investor Charter for Brokers Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3244178-sebis-new-push-revamping-investor-charter-for-brokers https://www.devdiscourse.com/images/newstheme.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en SEBI proposes revising the investor charter for stock brokers. The revised charter will clearly define the vision, mission, services offered, and responsibilities of brokers. It also addresses grievance mechanisms and procedures for handling investor claims during broker defaults. Brokers are encouraged to make the charter accessible to clients online, in offices, and as part of account opening materials. In an initiative to bolster financial consumer protection, markets regulator SEBI proposed on Wednesday a revision of the investor charter for stock brokers. This move aims to simultaneously promote f...[+751 chars] 2025-01-29T13:03:17 Sustainability Extract 2024 (Tracsis plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Sustainability_Extract_2024_Tracsis_plc https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8L6GdEBmEUY/0.jpg US en Tracsis is committed to delivering sustainable products and services. Sustainability is at the heart of the company's purpose and its products. (Strategic Report, Governance and Financial Statements) Chris Barnes is the Chief Executive Officer of Tracsis. )Strategic ReportGovernanceFinancial StatementsSustainabilitySustainability is at the heart of our purpose and our productsChris BarnesChief Executive OfficerOur approach to sustainabilityTracsis is f...[+40 chars] 2025-01-29T13:00:00 Enviri Corporation Announces Timing of Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results and Conference Call Enviri https://finance.yahoo.com/news/enviri-corporation-announces-timing-fourth-130000456.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/7c96d46117e195097c5a4c97cc771927 US en Enviri Corporation will issue its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings results on Thursday, February 20, 2025, prior to NYSE market open. The Company will also host its quarterly conference call and webcast that morning beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI) today announced that it will issue its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings results on Thursday, February 20, 2025...[+1492 chars] 2025-01-29T12:39:07 EY report doubles down on diversity initiatives as DEI comes under scrutiny in Trump's first weeks in power https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/29/ey-report-doubles-down-on-diversity-initiatives-as-dei-comes-under-scrutiny-in-trumps-first-weeks-in-power https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/EY-report-doubles-down-on-diversity-initiatives-as-DEI-comes.jpeg US en EY's report is titled 'DE&I interventions that deliver' and was developed in partnership with leading diversity campaigns and DEI specialists in the UK. It recommends taking a data-driven approach to workforce analysis, targeted recruitment strategies to attract diverse candidates, and providing flexibility on when and how roles are performed. "A new report from the The report, titled 'DE&I interventions that deliver,' considers the impact of inclusive policies in the context of the 'economic slowdown and uncertainty' that have characterized...[+1470 chars]" 2025-01-29T12:38:50 20205 Crystal Ball Africa Forum: Deloitte's Abena Biney advises MSMEs to establish strong management team https://www.myjoyonline.com/20205-crystal-ball-africa-forum-deloittes-abena-biney-advises-msmes-to-establish-strong-management-team https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-29-at-04.28.44.jpeg GH en Abena Biney is the Chief Sustainability Officer for Deloitte West Africa and Audit Partner at Deloite Ghana. She was speaking at the 2025 Crystal Ball Africa Forum on the topic: 'Cracking the Code – Hidden Wealth and the Solutions in Search for Problems'. The event attracted over 500 business leaders, policymakers and professionals from across the African continent. The Chief Sustainability Officer for Deloitte West Africa and Audit Partner at Deloitte Ghana, Abena Biney, is advising Micro Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (MSMEs) to set up strong management to ...[+3144 chars] 2025-01-29T12:30:00 Element Solutions Inc Announces Date for 2024 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Earnings Release Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/element-solutions-inc-announces-date-123000940.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/jQOM3CbfeYgnRszU_uFksA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00MjE-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/0ff656f2b29d55c27ee374296f0ac803 US en Element Solutions Inc. will release its 2024 fourth quarter and full year financial results after the market close on February 18, 2025. It will host a webcast/dial-in conference call at 8:30 a.m. (Eastern Time) on February 19, 2025 to discuss its financial results. The conference call will be simultaneously webcast. "MIAMI, January 29, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) (""Element Solutions"") announced today that it intends to release its 2024 fourth quarter and full year financial results afte...[+1644 chars]" 2025-01-29T12:27:13 Earn big while saving the planet? Here's how with SGBs https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/earn-big-while-saving-the-planet-here-s-how-with-sgbs/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/l70320250129135724.jpeg IN en By investing in Sovereign Green Bonds, you contribute to environmental sustainability and earn guaranteed returns on your investment. These bonds are issued by the government of India and they are safer than corporate green bonds. They often come with tax benefits, so if you want to shrink your taxable income while also helping the environment, these bonds are a solid choice. "By investing in Sovereign Green Bonds, you not only contribute to environmental sustainability but also earn guaranteed returns on your investment. And, because these bonds are issued by the governmen...[+221 chars]" 2025-01-29T12:18:11 EY report doubles down on diversity initiatives as DEI comes under scrutiny in Trump's first weeks in power Polly Thompson https://www.businessinsider.com/ey-report-how-to-implement-dei-initiatives-donald-trump-2025-1 https://i.insider.com/6799ff33eb4be2fff9a2b36f?width=1200&format=jpeg US en EY report highlights the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategies in improving productivity and workforce innovation. President Trump rolled back DEI programs for federal government workers during his first week in office and encouraged private-sector companies to do the same. Target, Meta, Walmart, and other major US companies have been altering or cutting their DEI programmes. "An EY report said that DEI strategies can help boost workforce innovation and improve productivity. The report provides recommendations for UK businesses on how to best implement DEI initiatives. In h...[+2489 chars]" 2025-01-29T12:12:52 Can Trump crush DEI? A look at the data: Ross Kerber Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/can-trump-crush-dei-look-data-ross-kerber-2025-01-29 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/QEU5ZYJEVBLB7B4KTOFH73TB3Y.jpg?auth=1904de3a179c83ed91207ae36523539c04ee19f6f025b30bf589070534ae2feb&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en President Trump and his officials have launched a campaign against diversity, equity and inclusion practices in the private sector. Some companies have changed their reporting on diversity and equity measures, but others have not. Most companies with government contracts are more likely to drop DEI programs. Through comments and executive orders, U.S. President Donald Trump and his top officials have launched a campaign against diversity, equity and inclusion practices in government, one they aim to exten...[+3745 chars] 2025-01-29T12:02:21 Troilus Initiates ESIA Submission, Marking Significant Progress Toward Final Permitting Troilus Gold Corp https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/metals-and-mining-justin-reid-60ee6916dd66ee43335e62386ac9b37b https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Troilus Gold Corp. has begun the submission process for its Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for the copper-gold Troilus Project in north-central Quebec, Canada. The final ESIA submission is expected to be completed in Q2 2025. A Feasibility Study completed in May 2024 supports a large-scale 22-year, 50ktpd open-pit mining operation. MONTREAL, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Troilus Gold Corp. (TSX: TLG; OTCQX: CHXMF; FRA: CM5R) ('Troilus' or the 'Company'), is pleased to announce that it has begun the submission process for its...[+8042 chars] 2025-01-29T12:00:00 Companies like Costco and Apple are defending their DEI programs despite nationwide pushback—These are the companies standing by their policies Sara Braun https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/companies-like-costco-and-apple-are-defending-their-dei-programs-despite-nationwide-pushback-these-are-the-companies-standing-by-their-policies/ar-AA1y3vBs US en Trump signed an executive order eliminating all federal diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI) last week. Lowe's, Harley Davidson and Molson Coors have rolled back their DEI policies over the past year. This month, other major companies including Meta, McDonald's and JPMorgan Chase have followed suit. Pinterest's CEO, Bill Ready, spoke to CNBC at Davos, saying that the company is very focused on diversity. It's been slightly more than a week since President Donald Trump began his second term, but he's already made his mark on the biggest current workforce debate of our time: diversity, equity and inclus...[+8208 chars] 2025-01-29T11:50:04 Julie Godin named Executive Chair of the CGI Board of Directors and Founder Serge Godin becomes Co-Chair of the Board PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Julie_Godin_named_Executive_Chair_of_the_CGI_Board_of_Direct_y https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/[] US en Julie Godin has been appointed as the new CEO of CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE:GIB) on January 29, 2025. She has been involved in the CGI Board for the last 12 years and has mastered every aspect of the business and industry. Stock Market Symbols GIB (NYSE) GIB.A (TSX)cgi.com/newsroomMONTRÉAL, Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - In line with the comprehensive succession strategies that CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB) established sev...[+284 chars] 2025-01-29T11:27:57 EU expands 'simplification' drive to cut red tape, draft document shows Kate Abnett https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/eu-expands-simplification-drive-cut-112757828.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/c521662ea623c42dcb82329a55dd55b6 US en The European Commission will publish an overarching plan to boost the European Union's competitiveness later on Wednesday. The first of these packages will target three EU sustainability rules to simplify the data these policies demand from businesses. The European Union is under pressure from member countries to simplify regulations around doing business. "By Kate Abnett BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission aims to cut more of the reporting rules criticised by some companies and politicians, as it ramps up efforts to make European industries glo...[+1995 chars]" 2025-01-29T11:24:43 EU Simplifies Rules: A Boost for Business Competitiveness Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3243997-eu-simplifies-rules-a-boost-for-business-competitiveness https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/02_08_2024_22_08_31_3763663.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission is set to reduce the number of lengthy reporting requirements criticized by several companies and politicians. The changes are part of a larger plan to enhance the attractiveness of doing business within the European Union. The European Union faces pressure from its members and external voices like U.S. President Donald Trump. The European Commission is set to reduce the number of lengthy reporting requirements criticized by several companies and politicians, according to a draft document. As the EU aims to increase the glo...[+1052 chars] 2025-01-29T10:28:54 Swiss government approves new climate goals after court rebuke Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/swiss-government-approves-new-climate-goals-after-court-rebuke-2025-01-29 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Switzerland's government approved new climate targets on Wednesday. It proposes a cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 of at least 65% compared to 1990 levels. It will submit its new plans to the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change by Feb. 10. "ZURICH, Jan 29 (Reuters) - Switzerland's government on Wednesday approved new climate targets, proposing a cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 of at least 65% compared to 1990 levels. Switzerland'...[+1077 chars]" 2025-01-29T10:23:04 Switzerland Sets Ambitious Climate Targets for 2035 Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3243902-switzerland-sets-ambitious-climate-targets-for-2035 https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_18_00_51_6514463.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Switzerland's government has set ambitious new climate targets. It aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 65% by 2035. This follows scrutiny from a European court last year, which criticized the nation for inadequate climate action. The government intends to submit these revised plans to the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change. Switzerland's government has set ambitious new climate targets, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 65% by 2035, compared to levels recorded in 1990. This move follows scrutiny from ...[+639 chars] 2025-01-29T10:16:00 GoZero White Paper Guides Climate Compliance Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/gozero-white-paper-guides-climate-compliance-1398477 https://lighthouse.mq.edu.au/__data/assets/image/0005/1332149/drought-white-paper.jpg US en Macquarie University has teamed up with Tata Consultancy Services to produce a business white paper to help businesses integrate climate risk into their business. The report is titled Value of Integrating Climate Risk Across the Business. It was produced by Macquarie's research and innovation centre, the TCS GoZero Hub, which will be launched in November 2023. Macquarie University has teamed with tech giant Tata Consultancy Services to produce a business white paper through its research and innovation centre, the TCS GoZero Hub, to help Australian organisat...[+4728 chars] 2025-01-29T10:15:41 Corporate ‘irritation' over ESG more tied to costs than ideology https://www.luxtimes.lu/businessandfinance/corporate-irritation-over-esg-more-tied-to-costs-than-ideology/36427988.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/hnbvpv-luxembourg-is-the-largest-destination-for-esg-funds/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/Luxembourg%20is%20the%20largest%20destination%20for%20ESG%20funds%20 LU en Companies are annoyed with environmental, social and governance (ESG) data requirements. European Union is set to roll back some of its ESG requirements. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive is now on track to affect far fewer companies than originally intended. Asset managers are increasingly relying on direct, private interactions with their clients to screen for ESG risks. "As ESG rapidly morphs into one of the least-loved labels in global finance, those monitoring the development say it's not all down to ideology. Instead, annoyance with environmental, social and govern...[+2991 chars]" 2025-01-29T10:15:00 SC Attorney General Alan Wilson tells Costco to drop its diversity initiative. It's a pattern. Nicholas Reynolds https://www.postandcourier.com/politics/south-carolina-attorney-alan-wilson-costco/article_6c8cfe22-ddad-11ef-91e0-8f916573a0b5.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/postandcourier.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/75/375e5c86-ddb8-11ef-9b31-8bf93e6dbe53/65b40a24d2a8c.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Costco's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies are being criticized by conservative prosecutors. 19 AGs from red states signed a letter urging Costco to reverse a 98 percent vote by shareholders that rejected a conservative think tank's proposal to evaluate the risks posed by continuing DEI practices. The Supreme Court has made rollbacks of DEI policies hallmarks of their legislative agendas. COLUMBIA — Costco, the members-only retail giant ubiquitous with bulk sized groceries and $1.50 hot dogs, is a place customers know for items they won't find anywhere else. Discount medications. Six-p...[+5787 chars] 2025-01-29T10:09:00 JSE enters global green bond market https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/29/jse-enters-global-green-bond-market https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/jamaicaobserver/news/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/01/a6ce5dfbd6321fcf045b0281201268bb-1024x744.jpg JM en Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) launched a market for green and sustainable bonds as part of a broader strategy to diversify the exchange and attract foreign investment. JSE has created two markets – a Jamaican-dollar and a US-dollar market for the green bonds. It has also launched a website dedicated to the market. It is also preparing to launch a green bond. JAMAICA Stock Exchange (JSE) Managing Director Marlene Street Forrest said the bourse aims to capture a portion of the growing global market for green and sustainable bonds, which totalled more than U...[+3941 chars] 2025-01-29T10:05:51 TCMA joins Saraburi Province to mark one year anniversary of progress Redazione Adnkronos https://www.adnkronos.com/immediapress/eng/tcma-joins-saraburi-province-to-mark-one-year-anniversary-of-progress_1t2Ri62zPKBcH1gKQFcEw9 https://www.adnkronos.com/resources/0295-1cedc1421922-5ed4286f760a-1000/image.jpeg IT en 'Saraburi sandbox' is Thailand's first low-carbon city. The initiative is set to advance efforts in clean energy transition, green industry, and value creation for carbon with support from all stakeholders and international cooperation, advanced technologies, and green financing. The project still continues with collaborative effort of all sectors. "'SARABURI SANDBOX' Thailand's first low-carbon city BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 January 2025 - Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) and cement manufacturers with fully sup...[+5718 chars]" 2025-01-29T10:05:00 Saraburi Sandbox Marks One Year of Low-Carbon Progress https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2950185/saraburi-sandbox-marks-one-year-of-low-carbon-progress- https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250129/c1_2950185_700.jpg TH en Saraburi Sandbox is Thailand's first low-carbon city initiative. The project aims to drive clean energy transition, green industry promotion, and carbon value creation supported by international cooperation, advanced technologies, and green financing. It has made progress across five key focus areas: clean energy, waste-to-value solutions, low- carbon agriculture, green space expansion, industrial process and product use, and hydraulic cement adoption. The next phase will require continued cooperation and policy support from the government. The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), in collaboration with cement manufacturers, Saraburi Province, government agencies, private sector partners, and civil society, has marked the one-yea...[+4739 chars] 2025-01-29T10:03:00 Sustain-a-livity in the SEZ Joanna Marzouca https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/29/sustain-livity-sez https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/jamaicaobserver/news/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/01/469254d64a36a443e27753f05e0b1363.jpg JM en Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) promotes and encourages sustainable development across the regime. JSEZA has coined the term'sustain-a-livity' which incorporates environmental, economic, and social components of sustainability. The objectives in these plans are woven into the SEZ framework and policy objectives. SUSTAINABILITY has become a crucial element of the Special Economic (SEZ) regime in Jamaica, with Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) developing a strategy to promote and encourage sustain...[+5665 chars] 2025-01-29T09:47:44 Environment Agency secures record £22bn in water investment Graham Rothwell https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4403219/environment-agency-secures-record-gbp22bn-water-investment https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/f9c0348/d9e69446-dec0-4029-bad9-ad7326c096ab/0/iStock-1803020451-370x229.jpg GB en Water companies committed to invest £22.1bn over the next five years to improve water quality, protect the environment and restore nature under an agreement with the Environment Agency.   . i in this article. In this article, we refer to the agreement between the Water Companies and Environment Agency to invest a record amount of money. Water companies have committed to invest a record £22.1bn over the next five years to improve water quality, protect the environment, and restore nature under an agreement with the Environment Agency....[+3 chars] 2025-01-29T09:45:01 SBTi approves Eutelsat's greenhouse gas emissions reductions targets Staff Reporter https://www.broadcastprome.com/news/satellite/sbti-approves-eutelsats-greenhouse-gas-emissions-reductions-targets https://satelliteprome.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SBTi.jpg AE en Eutelsat's short-term greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The objectives include a 50% absolute reduction in energy-related GHG emissions by 2030 and a 52% reduction in carbon intensity per satellite megabit within the same timeframe. "The SBTi has recognized the Group’s scope 1 and 2 targets as aligned with a 1.5°C trajectory, in line with the Paris Agreement. Photo credit: Adrien Daste/Eutelsat Group Eutelsat Group has announced t...[+1647 chars]" 2025-01-29T09:26:02 Govt needs to help companies access funds to gain clean tech solutions, says Anu Chaudhary DH Web Desk https://www.deccanherald.com/business/union-budget/budget-2025-expectations-govt-needs-to-help-companies-access-funds-to-gain-clean-tech-solutions-says-anu-chaudhary-3378149 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-01-29%2Fod009iky%2FAnu-Chaudhary-Uniqus-Consultech.jpg?rect=0%2C16%2C828%2C435&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en There are high hopes for the Union Budget FY 2025-26 documents on ESG. Industrialists are keeping their fingers crossed regarding their expectations from the government's most important financial document of the year, the Budget. The budget is expected to be presented on February 26th. There are high hopes for the Union Budget FY 2025-26 documents on ESG, and industrialists are keeping their fingers crossed regarding their expectations from the government's most important financial ...[+21 chars] 2025-01-29T09:25:17 Costco Not Worried About Becoming the Next Bud Light Joe Schaeffer https://www.libertynation.com/costco-not-worried-about-becoming-the-next-bud-light https://www.libertynation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-2193648359-Costco.jpg US en On Jan. 24, shareholders of Costco voted 98% against a proposal to investigate the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The company's board of directors supports the DEI agenda despite the fact that its customers are working-class Americans. "The wholesale club's board won't let DEI go. As a business move, it makes no sense. Then again, not much about the Big Corporate embrace of the culturally leftist diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI...[+5624 chars]" 2025-01-29T09:14:39 Indorama Ventures earns top 3 rankings in DJSI World Index and Emerging Markets Index, marking continuous sustainability leadership Plentisoft https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/indorama-ventures-earns-top-3-rankings-in-djsi-world-index-and-emerging-markets-index-marking-continuous-sustainability-leadership-1034257244 https://www.indoramaventures.com/storage/news/press-release/2025/01/20250121-095323-1.webp US en Indorama Ventures ranked 3rd among 83 invited chemical companies in the DJSI World Index and 3rd out of 33 invited companies in DJSI Emerging Markets Index for the 8th consecutive year. Indorama Ventures earned an impressive S&P Global ESG Score of 81 out of 100. Bangkok, January 23, 2025 -- Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, a global sustainable chemical company, continues its journey as a sustainability leader with its inclusion in the Dow Jones Susta...[+2573 chars] 2025-01-29T09:13:19 Amanda Martin MP supports crackdown on ‘disgraceful' water pollution Paine https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/politics/amanda-martin-mp-supports-crackdown-on-disgraceful-water-pollution-4965167 https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjExYmNjZDcxLWM0ZmMtNGZiNy1hYzJmLWQ5MGRkNGYwOGU5ZToyNzU5NDJmYi1kYmFlLTQyNTMtODI5OS03MjczMDcxMDg2MTY=.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Amanda Martin MP supports the Water (Special Measures) Bill. The bill aims to introduce stricter rules and penalties for water companies. It proposes stopping bonuses for executives who fail to meet standards, increasing penalties for violations and speeding up enforcement. Regulators will have the power to issue automatic fines, making enforcement quicker and more efficient. "Amanda Martin MP has backed a new bill aimed at tackling what she calls the 'disgraceful' pollution of Britain's waterways, introducing stricter rules and penalties for water companies. The Water (Spe...[+1966 chars]" 2025-01-29T09:08:33 Ezz Steel to Buy Back Shares and Delist from EGX and LSE https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/ezz-steel-to-buy-back-shares-and-delist-from-egx-and-lse/ar-AA1y2QFB US en Ezz Steel Company S.A.E. has announced a voluntary delisting from the Egyptian Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange. The company also plans a share buyback offer for up to 171,905,362 shares, including shares represented by Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs). The buyback is expected to commence on or around March 2, 2025, and conclude around March 6, 2025. CAIRO - Ezz Steel Company S.A.E. (EGX: ESRS, LSE: AEZD), an Egyptian steel manufacturer, has announced a shareholder-approved voluntary delisting from the Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX) and London Stoc...[+2522 chars] 2025-01-29T08:31:40 Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. to Host Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter Conference Call Times Argus https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Madison_Square_Garden_Sports_Corp_to_Host_Fiscal_2025_Second_b https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/[] US en "Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. will host a conference call to discuss results for its fiscal second quarter ended December 31, 2024 on February 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. .   ""Madison Square Gardens Sports Corp."" is a publicly traded company." NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) will host a conference call to discuss results for its fiscal second quarter ended December 31, 2024 on Tuesday,...[+39 chars] 2025-01-29T07:34:21 IEI to motorists: get your Third Party Insurance before Feb. 1 deadline The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4079711/iei-to-motorists-get-your-third-party-insurance-before-feb-1-deadline.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en International Energy Insurance Plc (IEI) has urged motorists to get a valid policy to avoid falling short of the law. Managing Director/CEO of the company, Mr Olasupo Sogelola, made the call on February 1st. International Energy Insurance Plc (IEI) has urged motorists to get a valid policy to avoid falling short of the law. Managing Director/CEO of the company, Mr Olasupo Sogelola, who madeThe post IEI to...[+136 chars] 2025-01-29T07:03:33 NEXTGEN DIGITAL ANNOUNCES UPSIZE OF NON-BROKERED PRIVATE PLACEMENT TO $1.2 MILLION & PURCHASE OF XRP COINS Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/nextgen-digital-announces-upsize-of-non-brokered-private-placement-to-1-2-million-purchase-of-xrp-coins https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM0OTM5NyM2NzI1NDMyIzUwMDEzMTIzMg== CA en NextGen Digital Platforms Inc. has increased the size of its previously announced non-brokered private placement from $1,000,000 to $1.200,000. The upsized offering will consist of up to 937,500 units of the Company at a price of $ 1.28 per Unit. Fredericton, New Brunswick, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NextGen Digital Platforms Inc. (CSE:NXT) (FSE:Z12) (' NextGen ' or the ' Company ') is pleased to announce, due to significant market deman...[+382 chars] 2025-01-29T06:48:31 IEI to motorists: get your Third Party Insurance before Feb. 1 deadline Omobola Tolu-Kusimo https://thenationonlineng.net/iei-to-motorists-get-your-third-party-insurance-before-feb-1-deadline https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/29073819/•Sogelola-and-•Egbetokun.jpg NG en International Energy Insurance Plc (IEI) has urged motorists to get a valid policy to avoid falling short of the law. The enforcement of Third Party Motor Insurance Policy by the police will kick off on Saturday. IEI's managing director/CEO, Olasupo Sogelola, applauded the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun for his quest to ensure the enforcement. "International Energy Insurance Plc (IEI) has urged motorists to get a valid policy to avoid falling short of the law. Managing Director/CEO of the company, Mr Olasupo Sogelola, who made this call, add...[+3790 chars]" 2025-01-29T05:37:18 Climate Change Advocates want students to embrace ESG strategy https://www.myjoyonline.com/climate-change-advocates-want-students-to-embrace-esg-strategy https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image-856.png GH en Climate Change Advocates and Makers and Partners, an audit firm, have organized an ESG and Climate Change forum at the University of Ghana Business School Accounting Association. The event was held on the theme: 'Environmental, Social and Governance Practices for a Sustainable Future' It was organized to engage students at the UG Business School and highlight the opportunities within the ESG space. "Climate Change Advocates have underscored the need to ensure the inclusion of students in embracing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG). The ESG is a set of standards that checks how operations...[+3729 chars]" 2025-01-29T05:34:12 IGSF launches ESG1000 certification standard https://delano.lu/article/igsf-launches-esg1000-certification-standard https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/igsf-launches-esg1000-certification-standard/0.5/0.5/600/400/701192.jpg LU en The International Group for Sustainable Finance (IGSF) has launched an ESG certification standard called ESG1000. The standard is based on the principle of positioning the entity within a global vision and taking into account its objectives in terms of non-financial governance. The aim is to enable companies and organisations to take extra-financial precautions against the foreseeable risks of their activities. How can we avoid comparing apples with pears? By trying to unite the market around a single certification standard. This is what the International Group for Sustainable Finance (IGSF) intends to do wi...[+2977 chars] 2025-01-29T05:33:46 Credit Corporation donates K20,000 to Transparency International PNG Bramo Tingkeo https://www.postcourier.com.pg/credit-corporation-donates-k20000-to-transparency-international-png https://www.postcourier.com.pg/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/TIPNG-CEO-Arianne-Kassman-left-receiving-the-Dummy-Visa-Debit.jpg PG en Credit Corporation PNG has donated K20,000 to Transparency International PNG (TIPNG). The cheque presentation took place during an awareness session at Credit Corporation Head Office in Down Town, Port Moresby. TIPNG CEO Arianne Kassman provided insights into the organization's efforts to combat corruption in Papua New Guinea. "Credit Corporation PNG has reaffirmed its commitment to fighting corruption by donating K20,000 to Transparency International PNG (TIPNG). The cheque presentation took place during an awareness sessio...[+1996 chars]" 2025-01-29T05:26:42 Axis Max Life's 'Insure Earth': Greening Tier 3 & 4 Cities Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/3243526-axis-max-lifes-insure-earth-greening-tier-3-4-cities https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/01_04_2019_19_28_56_3344151.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd. initiated the 'Insure Earth' campaign to boost greenery in 35 branches located in Tier 3 and Tier 4 cities. The effort aims to create environmentally friendly spaces and involved more than 1,700 dedicated volunteers. The initiative is part of the company's broader corporate social responsibility framework. Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd. initiated the 'Insure Earth' campaign to boost greenery in 35 branches located in Tier 3 and Tier 4 cities, from Himachal Pradesh to Kerala. The effort aims to create envi...[+824 chars] 2025-01-29T05:21:54 Axis Max Life Plants 7,000+ Saplings Across 35 Cities by 1,700 Volunteers ANI https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/business/axis-max-life-plants-7000-saplings-across-35-cities-by-1700-volunteers https://www.tribuneindia.com/sortd-service/imaginary/v22-01/jpg/large/high?url=dGhldHJpYnVuZS1zb3J0ZC1wcm8tcHJvZC1zb3J0ZC9tZWRpYWY5M2MyNzUwLWRlMDAtMTFlZi04ZGU2LTkzNGIzY2M4YTM2NC5qcGc= IN en Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd. announced planting 7000+ samplings across its 35 branches in Tier 3 and Tier 4 cities under its 'InsureEarth' program today. Over 1,700 volunteers participated in a synchronized tree plantation drive in 35 Aarohan branches spread across Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. "NewsVoir New Delhi [India], January 29: Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd. formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Ltd. (""Axis Max Life""/ ""Company""), announced planting 7000+ samplings across its 35 br...[+3035 chars]" 2025-01-29T05:11:07 Von der Leyen builds bonfire of EU's environmental red tape https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/29/von-der-leyen-builds-bonfire-of-eus-environmental-red-tape https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Von-der-Leyen-builds-bonfire-of-EUs-environmental-red-tape.jpg US en The European Commission will present a broad framework of objectives on Wednesday. The keystone will be legislation that streamlines the rulebook on how companies report their compliance with the EU's green regulations. Opponents warn it is a dangerous backtrack on the European Commission's green agenda. "BRUSSELS — Two months into her second term, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is gearing up to set fire to reams of environmental red tape that she played a central role in crafting. ...[+6028 chars]" 2025-01-29T05:00:00 Swiss Set to Reject Strict Emission Curbs in Vote, Polls Show Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss-set-to-reject-strict-emission-curbs-in-vote,-polls-show/88794659 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/wp-content/uploads/swissinfo-theme/swi-fallback-featured-image.jpg?ver=1734452390 CH en Swiss voters are set to reject a set of strict climate rules proposed by the youth wing of the Green party. Two polls found that 61% and 67% of voters reject the proposal. Two years ago, voters passed a plebiscite that officially set a goal for Switzerland to be climate neutral by 2050. "(Bloomberg) — Swiss voters are set to reject a set of strict climate rules proposed by the youth wing of the Green party, as a majority of the population deems economic costs too great. Some two third...[+1040 chars]" 2025-01-29T04:50:41 EtihadWE reveals new corporate identity Neesha Salian https://gulfbusiness.com/etihadwe-reveals-new-corporate-identity https://gulfbusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/etihadWE.jpg AE en EtihadWE unveiled a new logo at a ceremony held at the Al Zorah Golf Club. Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, said the company is on the right track to achieve its sustainability and expansion strategic objectives and fulfill the UAE leadership's vision for the sector. "Image: Supplied Etihad Water and Electricity ( The announcement was made during a ceremony held at the Al Zorah Golf Club, coinciding with the Etihad Golf Championship. Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Min...[+1173 chars]" 2025-01-29T04:28:43 Yahoo DSP adopts IAB Tech Lab's data transparency labels Alisha Buaya https://www.mediaweek.com.au/yahoo-dsp-adopts-iab-tech-labs-transparency-nutrition-label https://images-r2.thebrag.com/mw/uploads/2025/01/Yahoo-DSP-logo.png AU en Yahoo DSP is set to adopt IAB Tech Lab's standardised data transparency labels. The labels are designed to bring clarity to the data marketplace and follow a 'Nutrition Label' format. They provide detailed, standardised information about audience segments. The IAB labels will be accessible directly within the Yahoo DSP interface in early 2025. "Yahoo DSP is set to adopt IAB Tech Lab's standardised data transparency labels. These labels are designed to bring clarity to the data marketplace and follow a 'Nutrition Label' format, providing mark...[+2490 chars]" 2025-01-29T03:50:00 Suzuki, Daihatsu, Toyota Set EV Mini-Van Release Date Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/suzuki-daihatsu-toyota-set-ev-mini-van-release-1398697 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1515086828834-023d61380316%3Fixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bixid%3DMXwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHw%253D%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1353%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en Suzuki, Daihatsu and Toyota aim for the release of their mini-commercial van electric vehicles (BEVs) in fiscal 2025. Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation also participated in the planning to achieve a vehicle with optimal specifications for efficient last-mile logistics. The three companies are committed to driving the initiative to achieve carbon neutrality. Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki), DAIHATSU MOTOR CO., LTD. (Daihatsu), and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) have decided to aim for the release of their mini-commercial van electric vehicles (BEVs) ...[+2119 chars] 2025-01-29T03:02:50 ‘Green taxonomy framework by April': Aurangzeb Fatima S Attarwala https://www.dawn.com/news/1888367/green-taxonomy-framework-by-april-aurangzeb https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/01/67995e0c46b7d.gif PK en Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced that Pakistan will have a green taxonomy framework by April. He was speaking at the first day of the Pakistan Climate Conference organised by the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI). It will provide a rulebook for businesses to understand the classification system that defines and categorises economic activities based on their environmental sustainability. "KARACHI: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday announced that Pakistan will have a green taxonomy framework by April. Virtually speaking at the first day of the Pakistan Climate Conference, o...[+2368 chars]" 2025-01-29T02:18:54 JOHN STOSSEL: Woke ESG Culture Going Down In Flames During Trump Era John Stossel https://dailycaller.com/2025/01/28/opinion-esg-down-trump-john-stossel https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/GettyImages-1244239938-e1684855883469.jpg US en 'Sustainability' funds promoting environmental, social and governance (ESG) were popular a few years ago, but they underperformed the stock market. Today, banks and even Blackrock are running away from the fad. Intel's stock fell 60% last year because it was obsessed with'sustainability'. Disney and Disney-Pixar's new animated movie 'Elemental' flopped. Ford will no longer require employees to take LGBTQ advocacy group surveys. Lowe's will reduce its participation with the Human Rights Campaign. "'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years back. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus on profit. They should put more effort into being 'nice.' Funds pushing ESG (environ...[+4871 chars]" 2025-01-29T02:01:56 CLEAR ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Clear Secure, Inc. on Behalf of ... Bragar Eagel https://www.enidnews.com/region/clear-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-clear-secure-inc-on-behalf-of/article_24b651d7-7454-5002-a984-39cb1fbb93ed.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Clear Secure, Inc. (NYSE:YOU) on behalf of Clear stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Clear has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Clear Secure, Inc. ('Clear' or t...[+2741 chars] 2025-01-29T02:00:49 CLEAR ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Clear Secure, Inc. on Behalf of ... Bragar Eagel https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/clear-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-clear-secure-inc-on-behalf-of/article_2c09acba-a482-5a2b-a677-3a7e714cf60b.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., is investigating potential claims against Clear Secure, Inc. (NYSE:YOU) on behalf of Clear stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Clear has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Clear Secure, Inc. ('Clear' or t...[+233 chars] 2025-01-29T01:14:00 Vivek Ramaswamy responds to report that he was ‘pushed out' of DOGE: ‘I've been drawn in my own journey…' Tuhin Das Mahapatra https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/vivek-ramaswamy-responds-to-report-that-he-was-pushed-out-of-doge-i-ve-been-drawn-in-my-own-journey-101738097391568.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/01/28/1600x900/Congress-4_1733505666199_1738099734115.jpg IN en Vivek Ramaswamy was fired from his co-leadership role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) because of his H-1b visa remarks. He wants to run for governor in Ohio. Charlamagne doesn't believe him. Vivek Ramaswamy addressed reports that he was 'pushed out' of his co-leadership role in the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) alongside Elon Musk during an appearance on The Bre...[+2054 chars] 2025-01-29T00:25:55 SC AG Alan Wilson calls on Costco to drop DEI Abc Columbia Staff https://www.abccolumbia.com/2025/01/28/sc-ag-alan-wilson-calls-on-costco-to-drop-dei https://www.abccolumbia.com/content/uploads/2022/05/l/v/screen-shot-2022-05-18-at-13031-pm.png US en South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is calling on Costco to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policy. Last week Costco's shareholders voted down an investor proposal from a conservative think tank. President Trump ended all DEI practices in the federal government. Wilson says the policies amount to racial discrimination. "COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is calling on Costco to abandon its DEI policy. Last week the big box retailer Costco's shareholders overwhelmingly voted down an inv...[+262 chars]" 2025-01-29T00:24:00 Caravelle International Group Issues CEO Letter to Employees and Shareholders Jan. 29, 2025 00:24 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6025300 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Caravelle International Group (NASDAQ: HTCO) is a global ocean shipping technology company. Its CEO, Mr. Shixuan He, wrote a letter to its employees and shareholders to discuss recent corporate developments. Caravelle is committed to improve transparency and communication with investors and drive long-term value for its stakeholders. "Discusses Recent Corporate Developments and Commitment to Sustainability and Transparency SINGAPORE , Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Caravelle International Group (NASDAQ: HTCO) (""Caravelle"" or the ""Co...[+5756 chars]" 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Industry Expects Tax Simplification In Budget: FICCI Survey https://m.rediff.com/news/commentary/2025/jan/29/industry-expects-tax-simplification-in-budget-ficci-survey/5b3590e631ddd60c5e83e6b87d9a4bff https://im.rediff.com/money/2024/jul/23sitharaman-lead.gif IN en A majority of industry members expect simplification to the tax regime and incentives for green tech and easing compliances through digitisation in the FY26 Budget, according to a survey by FICCI. The respondents also called for a strong policy push on the development of green technologies or renewables and EVs. "Expressing concerns over muted demand in the economy, companies have called for a review of the direct tax structure. A significant number of companies said that a relook at the slabs and the tax rate...[+598 chars]" 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Strategic corporate social responsibility can create social, economic value Science Daily https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Strategic_corporate_social_responsibility_can_create_social_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Strategic corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts that are directly related to a hospitality company's core business operations and competencies can help companies create both social and business value, according to the researchers. . i in this context, CSR efforts should be related to the business operations of the company. Strategic corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts that are directly related to a hospitality company's core business operations and competencies can help companies create both social and busines...[+34 chars] 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Republican AGs from 19 states pressure Costco to revoke ‘illegal' DEI policies after Trump's executive order New York Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/republican_ags_from_19_states_pressure_costco_to_revoke_8216 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Republican attorneys general from 19 states are pressuring Costco's top boss to revoke the company's diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives following President Trump's anti-DEI executive order. 98% of Costco shareholders struck down a proposal requesting a report on the financial risks tied to DEI last week. Republican attorneys general from 19 states are pressuring Costco's top boss to revoke the company's diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives following President Trump's anti-DEI executive order. J...[+301 chars] 2025-01-29T00:00:00 EU expands 'simplification' drive to cut red tape, draft document shows Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/EU_expands_simplification_drive_to_cut_red_tape_draft_docume_3 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9jK-NcRmVcw/0.jpg US en The European Commission wants to cut more reporting rules. It wants to reduce the number of reporting rules per EU member state. It also wants to make it easier to file a complaint with the European Court of Justice. It is aiming for a reduction in reporting rules for EU member states. BRUSSELS - The European Commission aims to cut more of the reporting rules 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Brazil's Commodities Market Can Set New Benchmarks With SMX and Ybyr� Partnership ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Brazils_Commodities_Market_Can_Set_New_Benchmarks_With_SMX_a https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Security Matters Ltd. and Ybyr� Capital S.A. are on the brink of a transformative partnership poised to redefine Brazil's role in global trade. Announced in December 2024 and updated in a recent 6-K filing, the referenced Heads of Agreement reflect a shared vision. MIAMI, FL / / January 28, 2025 / SMX (Security Matters) Ltd. (NASDAQ:SMX) and Ybyr� Capital S.A. are on the brink of a transformative partnership poised to redefine Brazil's role in global trade. Anno...[+119 chars] 2025-01-29T00:00:00 3 stocks with rising dividends for 25 straight years just joined an elite 'aristocrat' group ... system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/3_stocks_with_rising_dividends_for_25_straight_years_just_jo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Factset, Erie Indemnity and Eversource Energy have joined the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index. They must have raised their dividends for 25 years to join the elite index. They can offer more stability amid broader market volatility. SeventyFour/Getty ImagesFactset, Erie Indemnity, and Eversource Energy have joined the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index.Companies must have raised their dividends for 25 years to join the elite inde...[+191 chars] 2025-01-29T00:00:00 EFCC, NGX RegCo move to strengthen market integrity Business Day Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/EFCC_NGX_RegCo_move_to_strengthen_market_integrity https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en NGX RegCo is the independent regulation subsidiary of Nigerian Exchange Group and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. EFCC and NGX Regco are working together to strengthen market integrity in the Nigerian market and prevent fraud and money laundering. It is the result of a collaboration between the two agencies. "NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo), the independent regulation subsidiary of Nigerian Exchange Group, and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission read more EFCC, NGX RegCo move to strengthen mark...[+12 chars]" 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Facing Trump and China, EU unveils pro-business roadmap Black Hills Pioneer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Facing_Trump_and_China_EU_unveils_probusiness_roadmap https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The EU unveiled a much-anticipated blueprint to revamp Europe's economic model on Wednesday. It marks a shift towards a more business-friendly Brussels after five years of heavy focus on green goals. . i for confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 1-800-273-8255. The EU unveiled a much-anticipated blueprint to revamp Europe's economic model on Wednesday, marking a shift towards a more business-friendly Brussels after five years of heavy focus on green goals. 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Superior Energy Services Announces Stock Split Ratios to Effectuate the Going Private Transaction Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Superior_Energy_Services_Announces_Stock_Split_Ratios_to_Eff https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Superior Energy Services, Inc. will suspend the obligations of the Company to file periodic reports and other information pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the 'Exchange Act'), in connection with its previously announced plan to suspend the obligation to file such reports. HOUSTON, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Energy Services, Inc. (the 'Company') today announced that in connection with its previously announced plan to suspend the obligations of the Compan...[+130 chars] 2025-01-29T00:00:00 A Guide To Setting Strategic Goals For Healthcare Executives In 2025 Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/A_Guide_To_Setting_Strategic_Goals_For_Healthcare_Executives https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Leaders must balance immediate needs with long-term sustainability, as well as strategic goals, to achieve their goals. - for a sustainable future. For more information, go to: http://www.sustainablefuture.org/sustainable-future. Leaders must set thoughtful, strategic goals that balance immediate needs with long-term sustainability. 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Switzerland targets 65% cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 Swissinfo https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Switzerland_targets_65_cut_in_greenhouse_gas_emissions_by_20 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Switzerland has set an ambitious goal to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 65% by 2035, compared to 1990 levels. The Swiss government gave the green light to this new target under the Paris Agreement on Wednesday. The target was approved by the Swiss parliament. Switzerland has set an ambitious goal to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 65% by 2035, compared to 1990 levels. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox On Wednesday, t...[+129 chars] 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Ohio's meddlesome AG Yost needs to get out of Costco's business - or else The Columbus Dispatch https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Ohios_meddlesome_AG_Yost_needs_to_get_out_of_Costcos_busines https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/[] US en "Ohio AG Dave Yost told Costco to drop diversity programs or else. Yost's push against Costco's DEI policies is just another example of his pattern of inserting himself into other people's business affairs.   . ""Re: Ohio AG Dave yost to Costco: Drop your diversity programs " "Why Dave Yost can't stop meddlingRe "" Ohio AG Dave Yost to Costco: Drop your diversity programs or else, "" Jan. 29. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost's push against Costco's DEI policies is just another...[+36 chars]" 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Opponents says ND bill needs amendment to definition of Chinese company The Jamestown Sun https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/29/Opponents_says_ND_bill_needs_amendment_to_definition_of_Chin https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en House Bill 1330 would prohibit Legacy Fund investments from having direct holdings in Chinese companies. Opponents of the bill want an amendment to the definition of a Chinese company to get rid of it by the end of the year, as proposed by Reps. Reps. Mike Quigley and Kevin Cofield. JAMESTOWN — Opponents of a bill to divest North Dakota Legacy Fund investments from Chinese companies say the legislation needs an amendment to the definition of a Chinese company. House Bill 1330 wou...[+210 chars] 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Sukuk is robust tool for funding sustainable development projects, say experts Our Correspondent https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1277158-sukuk-is-robust-tool-for-funding-sustainable-development-projects-say-experts https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-29/l_1277158_011710_updates.jpg PK en The AlBaraka Forum for Islamic Economy held the 4th regional conference 'Sukuk for Sustainable Development: International Best Practices' on Tuesday. It highlighted the transformative role of Islamic finance, particularly Sukuk, in driving sustainable economic growth. The session also spotlighted the landmark decision by Pakistan's Supreme Court to move towards a fully Islamic banking system. KARACHI: Islamic bonds, or Sukuk, can be crucial in financing environmentally and socially responsible projects like renewable energy and green infrastructure, aligning profitability with ethical inve...[+1848 chars] 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Sherry Rehman highlights growing challenges in private sector Asim Yasin https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1277257-sherry-rehman-highlights-growing-challenges-in-private-sector https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-29/l_1277257_070956_updates.jpg PK en Senator Sherry Rehman is the Chairperson of the Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change. She is addressing a conference on private sector challenges and opportunities in addressing climate change. She calls for increased transparency and accountability in reporting sustainability efforts. She also stresses the importance of energy efficiency and green energy for businesses. ISLAMABAD: Chairperson Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman emphasized the growing challenges faced by the Pakistani private sector due to the unpredictable nature of envi...[+3240 chars] 2025-01-29T00:00:00 Hayleys Fentons reinforces ESG leadership with GHG emissions verification https://www.ft.lk/business/Hayleys-Fentons-reinforces-ESG-leadership-with-GHG-emissions-verification/34-772362 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_357e27fc48.jpg LK en Hayleys Fentons has announced a landmark achievement in its sustainability journey with the successful calculation and third-party verification of its Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions statement. The certification was formally presented by the Sri Lanka Climate Fund Chairman B.K. Prabath Chandrakeerthi and the Secretary of the Environment Ministry. Hayleys Fentons has announced a landmark achievement in its sustainability journey with the successful calculation and third-party verification of its Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions statement, certifi...[+2645 chars] 2025-01-28T23:04:12 3 Dividend Stocks To Consider With Up To 4.1% Yield Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/3-dividend-stocks-consider-4-230412269.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7dcbeb026ed19dd2c830be7b78839b8e US en Tsubakimoto Chain, Peoples Bancorp, CAC Holdings, Padma Oil, Citizens & Northern, Nihon Parkerizing, FALCO HOLDINGS, E J Holdings, Doshisha Ltd, Clariant AG and Rix Corporation are some of the 1959 dividend-paying stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener. As global markets continue to respond positively to political developments and AI-related investments, major indices like the S&P 500 have reached record highs, reflecting investor optimism. In this b...[+5624 chars] 2025-01-28T22:51:58 The Ominous Omnibus: What New EU Legislation Could Mean For Sustainability Reporting Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/01/28/the-ominous-omnibus-what-new-eu-legislation-could-mean-for-sustainability-reporting https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6740dced0b8bba795d4c692b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Union is set to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climate change and report carbon emissions. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, announced her intention to revamp sustainability regulations to reduce the burden on businesses. The Omnibus Simplification Package will look at the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the Corporate Due Diligence Directive. President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen attends a joint press conference at the ... [+] end of an Informal Meeting of Heads of State or Government of the European Union in Budapest, ...[+9310 chars] 2025-01-28T22:46:11 Shareholders in Stride Property Group (NZSE:SPG) are in the red if they invested five years ago Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/shareholders-stride-property-group-nzse-224611209.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/38ced98cbfd0e92e2cebabaeb3caaa2e US en Stride Property Group's share price fell 45% in the last five years. The most recent dividend was lower than it was in the past, so that may have sent the share price lower. The revenue decline of about 3.5% per year might also encourage sellers. Stride Property Group has a TSR of -27% for the last 5 years, while the broader market gained around 9.0% last year. The main aim of stock picking is to find the market-beating stocks. But even the best stock picker will only win with some selections. At this point some shareholders may be questioning their investme...[+3904 chars] 2025-01-28T22:31:53 Doing Well by Doing Good: How CSR is shaping the future of business leadership Contributor https://3news.com/opinion/doing-well-by-doing-good-how-csr-is-shaping-the-future-of-business-leadership https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-17-at-11.24.06.jpeg GH en Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a critical driver of both corporate performance and economic growth. CSR encompasses a wide range of activities that businesses adopt to contribute positively to society while enhancing their own sustainability and profitability. One of the most visible dimensions of CSR is environmental responsibility. Ethical governance and transparency are critical for maintaining stakeholder trust. Businesses that prioritize ethical decision-making, anti-corruption measures, and transparent reporting attract investors and customers. "Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is no longer a catchphrase, rather it has emerged as a critical driver of both corporate performance and economic growth. The practice of CSR nowadays encompasses...[+6533 chars]" 2025-01-28T22:30:00 Companies continuing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives amid conservative attacks Aria Brent https://afro.com/ceos-advocate-dei-despite-downsizing https://i0.wp.com/afro.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Screenshot-2025-01-28-150001.jpg?fit=515%2C349&ssl=1 US en As the president wages war on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, many companies are doubling down on their commitments to DEI. President Trump signed an executive order that ended all DEI initiatives within federal agencies on his first day in office. However, companies like Johnson and Johnson, JPMorgan Chase and Co., Goldman Sachs and Costco have been clear in their plans to continue their DEI programs. "By Aria Brent AFRO Staff Writer abrent@afro.com As the president resumes his position in office, many companies such as Wal-Mart, Meta and McDonald's have begun the downsizing or dissolution of their ...[+5437 chars]" 2025-01-28T22:05:41 In collaboration with GIZ... ESC launches project on Enhancing regulatory impact assessment //Petra// AF https://petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=67880&lang=en&name=en_news https://petra.gov.jo/upload/images/favicon.ico JO en "The Economic and Social Council (ESC) has launched a project titled ""Enhancing Regulatory Impact Assessment through Data Mapping, Disseminating Best Practices, and Engaging Stakeholders in Jordan"". The project aligns with the government's direction to measure the pre- and post-implementation impact of legislation and government policies. The first meeting was held with the participation of 43 institutions from the public and private sectors. Participants stressed the need to establish a mechanism for updating legislation and policies." "Amman, Jan. 28 (Petra) The Economic and Social Council (ESC), in collaboration with the German Cooperation Agency (GIZ), has launched a project titled ""Enhancing Regulatory Impact Assessment through D...[+3380 chars]" 2025-01-28T22:01:13 Greenridge Announces Completion of Debt Settlement Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/greenridge-announces-completion-of-debt-settlement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM0ODk2NyM2NzI0MTc4IzIyODUyNjI= CA en Greenridge Exploration Inc. has settled an aggregate of $241,578.75 in debt through the issuance of 250,000 common shares of the Company at a price of $0.97 per share. All securities issued in connection with the Debt Settlement are subject to a statutory hold period of four months and one day from the date of issuance. "Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Greenridge Exploration Inc. (' Greenridge ' or the ' Company ') (CSE: GXP | FRA: HW3 | OTCQB: GXPLF), is pleased to announ...[+398 chars]" 2025-01-28T22:01:09 Darren Morcombe Acquires Common Shares of Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/darren-morcombe-acquires-common-shares-of-southern-cross-gold-consolidated-ltd https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM0ODgyMiM2NzIzNjgyIzUwMDEzMjE3Mg== CA en Darren Morcombe's security holding percentage in the common shares of Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. is approximately 13.22% on a partially diluted basis. The Company acquired all the issued share capital of SXG1 it did not previously own in consideration for the issuance of 125,041,031 Shares at an exchange ratio of 1:1 and a deemed price of $3.35 per Share. "Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Darren Morcombe announces that his security holding percentage in the common shares (each, a ' Share ') of Southern Cross ...[+854 chars]" 2025-01-28T21:43:54 Companies Committed to DEI in 2025 Vinay Patel https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/standing-firm-13-companies-committed-dei-2025-despite-pressure-trump-1730558 https://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/1734998/diversity-equity-inclusion.jpg US en Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are essential for companies that want to build innovative, inclusive, and socially responsible workplaces. Microsoft, Amazon and Costco are committed to DEI initiatives. Apple's board of directors has urged shareholders to reject a proposal to eliminate the company's diversity and inclusion initiatives. "Comapnies leading DEI efforts in 2025 prioritise DEI initiatives to foster inclusive workplaces, ensure equitable hiring practices, and support their communities. X / Wokal Distance @wokal_distance Di...[+12233 chars]" 2025-01-28T21:38:00 'Clear Horizons' pollution reduction bill passes out of committee https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/legislature/clear-horizons-pollution-reduction-bill-passes-out-of-committee/article_453c079c-ddc0-11ef-95ed-63fb0e36fcfc.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/santafenewmexican.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/15/a157c778-ddc0-11ef-bffb-d791fe5e3d9f/674f8d04b5367.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C125&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The Senate Conservation Committee voted 5-4 in favor of a proposal to set pollution reduction targets to meet Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The bill garnered support from Environment Department Cabinet Secretary James Kenney and Travis Kellerman, a senior climate policy analyst for the governor. A proposal to set pollution reduction targets to meet Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 narrowly secured approval from the Senate Conservation Committee in a 5...[+581 chars] 2025-01-28T21:15:00 DHI Group Adopts Tax Benefit Preservation Plan to Protect Capital Loss Carryforwards and Stockholder Value Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dhi-group-adopts-tax-benefit-211500136.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/16027ddbcfd77507d01f73182f8c1791 US en "DHI Group, Inc. adopted a shareholder rights plan to preserve the Company's net capital loss carryforwards and other tax attributes under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The Board declared a dividend of one ""right"" under the Section 382 Rights Plan for each outstanding share of Company's common stock. The rights will expire on January 28, 2028." "CENTENNIAL, Colo., January 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) (""DHI"" or the ""Company"") announced today that it has adopted a shareholder rights plan designed to protect stockholder...[+8102 chars]" 2025-01-28T21:05:18 Republican-Led States Demand Costco Ditch DEI Tom Ozimek https://www.theepochtimes.com/business/republican-led-states-demand-costco-ditch-dei-5800108 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2025/01/06/id5787302-Costco-Wholesale_220304-e1646426711766KO-1080x720.jpg US en A coalition of 19 Republican-led states has called on Costco to eliminate its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. Costco's board of directors voted in favor of DEI last month. The coalition is demanding that Costco confirms within 30 days that it has repealed its DEI policies or provide an explanation for its refusal. "A coalition of attorneys general representing 19 Republican-led states has called on Costco to eliminate 'illegal and discriminatory' diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. In a Jan. 27 'Alt...[+1932 chars]" 2025-01-28T21:05:00 10x Genomics to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results on February 12, 2025 10x Genomics https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/conference_call_announcements/10x-genomics-to-report-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-financial-results-on-february-12/article_9b712d26-2419-568a-bbc9-f0d7e6c7eb93.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/e/cf/ecf4f2ee-1248-5920-b489-fd99778831d7/672375526c42f.image.jpg?crop=300%2C300%2C150%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en 10x Genomics, Inc. will report financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024 after market close on February 12, 2025. The company will host a public conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors beginning at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time. PLEASANTON, Calif., Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 10x Genomics, Inc. (Nasdaq: TXG), a leader in single cell and spatial biology, announced it will report financial results for the fourth quarter and f...[+415 chars] 2025-01-28T20:42:29 Howard Levitt: Goodbye DEI. You were never what you claimed to be Special to Financial Post https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/howard-levitt-goodbye-dei-were-204229165.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/FkaHTHLQpLC6yUF2JY5DHw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/financial_post_articles_610/e732949c46f859c38cc7e35c9bf16ebe US en Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) has been the hiring philosophy of major corporations and governments for about 5-7 years. Donald Trump has outlawed DEI in the United States federal government and is encouraging private industry to follow suit. Many companies abandoned DEI long before Trump was elected. DEI promotes the opposite of diversity, equity and inclusion. "As most of our readers know, DEI stands for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. For about five to seven years now, it has been the hiring philosophy of major corporations and governments, as well as inst...[+4448 chars]" 2025-01-28T20:37:53 Costco's DEI programs face new scrutiny from 19 Republican attorneys general Dominick Reuter https://www.yahoo.com/news/costcos-dei-programs-face-scrutiny-203753261.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Qk5S9UB9jhOF1uWc6s_IVA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insider_articles_922/7d24f3512450b2b60d30f40195a1c36e US en 19 Republican attorneys general wrote to Costco CEO Ron Vachris urging him to end diversity and inclusion policies. Last week 98% of Costco shareholders rejected a proposal to report on potential legal and financial risks arising from DEI policies. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon recently defended the bank's diversity initiatives. "Costco's commitment to diversity and inclusion is facing fresh scrutiny from Republicans. In a letter to CEO Ron Vachris, 19 attorneys general urged the company to end its DEI programs. Costco shareho...[+2421 chars]" 2025-01-28T20:37:53 Costco's DEI programs face new scrutiny from 19 Republican attorneys general Dominick Reuter https://www.businessinsider.com/costco-dei-letter-republican-attorneys-general-2025-1 https://i.insider.com/67992e167bb3f854015ad248?width=1200&format=jpeg US en 19 Republican attorneys general wrote to Costco CEO Ron Vachris, urging him to end diversity and inclusion (DEI) policies. It comes after 98% of Costco shareholders rejected a proposal to report on potential DEI risks. Target announced on January 24 that it was ending multiple DEI programs. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon defended the bank's diversity initiatives. "Costco's commitment to diversity and inclusion is facing fresh scrutiny from Republicans. In a letter to CEO Ron Vachris, 19 attorneys general urged the company to end its DEI programs. Costco shareho...[+2099 chars]" 2025-01-28T20:37:53 Costco's DEI programs face new scrutiny from 19 Republican attorneys general dreuter@businessinsider.com https://www.msn.com/en-ie/money/companies/costco-s-dei-programs-face-new-scrutiny-from-19-republican-attorneys-general/ar-AA1y1tBr US en 19 Republican attorneys general wrote to Costco CEO Ron Vachris, urging him to end diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The letter comes after 98% of Costco shareholders rejected a proposal to report on potential DEI risks. Several companies, including Meta, McDonalds, and Walmart, have decided to roll back or end their DEI programs. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon recently defended the bank's diversity initiatives. Costco's commitment to diversity and inclusion is facing fresh scrutiny from Republicans.In a letter to CEO Ron Vachris, 19 attorneys general urged the company to end its DEI programs.The letter comes...[+5068 chars] 2025-01-28T20:01:00 State Attorneys General allege Costco may be violating law Casey Harper https://www.mdjonline.com/neighbor_newspapers/news/national/state-attorneys-general-allege-costco-may-be-violating-law/article_a81f8188-1cea-5269-8561-44c6d5810928.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/mdjonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/8e14a090-8f54-11e7-9a2a-7f0e56ddb42e.jpg?resize=600%2C400 US en A coalition of state Attorneys General sent a letter to Costco this week. Costco's leadership publicly doubled down on their diversity, equity and inclusion policies. President Donald Trump took a series of executive actions to shut off the flow of federal funds to DEI policies in the federal government, including government contractors. (The Center Square) – A coalition of state Attorneys General sent a letter to Costco this week after the bulk grocery store chain's leadership publicly doubled down on their diversity, equity and incl...[+290 chars] 2025-01-28T19:57:44 Ohio AG Dave Yost to Costco: Drop your diversity programs or else Laura A. Bischoff https://www.yahoo.com/news/ohio-ag-dave-yost-costco-195744643.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/VZb2MQIQfQYHxhbqc3QNwQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MzA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_enquirer_natl_articles_358/e40e2966cc89522384c31ca5b80eab2e US en Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and 18 other Republican state attorneys general want Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. Other companies, such as Meta, Ford Motor, JP Morgan Chase and Amazon, ditched their DEI programs or stopped participating in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's corporate equity index, but Costco doubled down on its program. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost joined 18 other Republican state attorneys general to push Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, citing concerns about discriminati...[+1531 chars] 2025-01-28T19:56:28 DEI In The Dumps Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/mariagraciasantillanalinares/2025/01/28/dei-in-the-dumps https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/679935f9b24c76edc9e770e4/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Pete Hegseth will be the first of the incoming Trump administration's nominees to face questions from Senators. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon stood firm against calls for the financial giant to end its diversity initiatives. Teal raised a fresh $7.5 million in its Series A round last week. "WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 14: A sign that reads ""DEI in our Military"" is visible as Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-MO) (L), accompanied by Sen. Ted Budd (R-NC) (R), questions U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's ...[+7059 chars]" 2025-01-28T19:45:00 SCS Standards Releases Revised SCS Responsibly Managed Peatlands Standard for Public Review SCS Global Services https://finance.yahoo.com/news/scs-standards-releases-revised-scs-194500454.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/d9cd6fc3f68e7ada0380dfc312238d1d US en The SCS-003 Certification Standard for Responsibly Managed Peatlands is now available for public review. The public is welcome to comment on version 2.0 updates to the standard until February 28, 2025. SCS Standards is committed to the development of standards that advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals. "EMERYVILLE, CA / / January 28, 2025 / SCS Standards is pleased to announce that version 2.0 of the SCS-003 Certification Standard for Responsibly Managed Peatlands is now available for public review. ...[+1816 chars]" 2025-01-28T19:35:00 Dialog partners EcoMatcher to launch tech-driven tree planting platform malinga https://www.dailynews.lk/2025/01/29/business/712757/dialog-partners-ecomatcher-to-launch-tech-driven-tree-planting-platform https://www.dailynews.lk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/13-1-7.jpg LK en Dialog Axiata PLC has collaborated with EcoMatcher to launch the country's first tech-driven tree-planting platform. This initiative enables individuals and businesses to contribute to reforestation and carbon offset efforts starting January 2025. It is a significant step in Dialog's commitment to SDG 13 i.e. Climate Action. Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka's #1 connectivity provider, has collaborated with EcoMatcher to launch the country's first tech-driven tree-planting platform. This initiative enables individuals and busi...[+2065 chars] 2025-01-28T19:15:44 Why Now Is A Good Time To Get Your Sustainability House In Order Mary Foley https://www.forbes.com/sites/maryfoley/2025/01/28/why-now-is-a-good-time-to-get-your-sustainability-house-in-order https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67991f56e68690998147ef20/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en 2025 is kicking off with lots of questions still unanswered about the future of sustainability reporting regulation. Business leaders should use this momentary break in the action to hone the structures, policies, objectives and metrics they'll need to really get organized around sustainability reporting. Many companies are still unclear about who's responsible for what, where and when and how all the data needed for reporting would be centralized. "2025 is kicking off with lots of questions still unanswered about the future of sustainability ... [+] reporting regulation. This was supposed to be the year we saw corporate sustainability reporting ...[+5854 chars]" 2025-01-28T19:11:27 Vivek Ramaswamy Accused of Ditching Elon Musk to ‘Crash and Burn' at DOGE Eboni Boykin-Patterson https://www.yahoo.com/news/vivek-ramaswamy-accused-ditching-elon-191127645.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/ZFbUx_xcDRm9mVuv4eDI7A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/thedailybeast.com/9bb2c35f0cf662d07e7bf4e0ba0cb516 US en Vivek Ramaswamy was 'pushed out' as co-lead of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency with Elon Musk on Tuesday's episode of The Breakfast Club. He has expressed interest in running for governor of Ohio. Team Trump is'very supportive' of his campaign. Vivek Ramaswamy tried to talk around reports that he was 'pushed out' as co-lead of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency with Elon Musk on Tuesday's episode of The Breakfast Club, but...[+2572 chars] 2025-01-28T19:08:49 Von der Leyen builds bonfire of EU's environmental red tape https://www.politico.eu/article/ursula-von-der-leyen-eu-environmental-regulation-industry-competition https://www.politico.eu/cdn-cgi/image/width=1200,height=630,fit=crop,quality=80,onerror=redirect/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/27/Untitled_Artwork-82-scaled.jpg BE en Von der Leyen wants to simplify the reporting obligations of companies reporting their compliance with EU's green regulations. Opponents warn it is a dangerous backtrack on the EU's environmental agenda and plays too readily into the hands of conservative forces, including within von der Leyens' own political family. The keystone will be legislation that streamlines the rulebook on how companies report their compliance with the EU's green regulations. The big idea is to reduce paperwork so the companies can focus ...[+1206 chars] 2025-01-28T18:59:26 Lagos moves to strengthen green, circular economy Taofeek Oyedokun https://businessday.ng/news/article/lagos-moves-to-strengthen-green-circular-economy https://cdn.businessday.ng/2021/08/Lagos-State-Government-1.jpg NG en Inaugural workshop brought together stakeholders, innovators, and policymakers to redefine economic strategies through Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. The forum focused on integrating ESG principles into Lagos' development agenda, emphasising accountability, collaboration, and innovation. It also introduced the Economy Business Network (EBN), an initiative by the Office of Climate Change and Circular Economy (OCCE). The Lagos State Government has taken steps to strengthen the state's green economy, with an inaugural workshop that brought together stakeholders, innovators, and policymakers to redefine economic str...[+3277 chars] 2025-01-28T18:26:37 Info-Tech Research Group Names EnergyCAP a Leader for 2025 Data Quadrant Report Energycap Llc https://www.enidnews.com/region/info-tech-research-group-names-energycap-a-leader-for-2025-data-quadrant-report/article_843d05e7-b4d8-5d0a-b75b-1f53bf004a96.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/4c/24c2cdba-9df7-5244-8e3c-a4c3d0595a00/67991fd3c0671.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C90&resize=800%2C420&order=crop%2Cresize US en Info-Tech Research Group has identified EnergyCAP as the #1 overall Champion in its 2025 Data Quadrant Report. The report findings are based on data from user reviews on the firm's SoftwareReviews platform. EnergyCAP is a leading provider of utility bill management and energy tracking software. STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Jan. 28, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Global research and advisory firm, Info-Tech Research Group, has identified EnergyCAP as the #1 overall Champion in its 2025 Data Quadrant Rep...[+6336 chars] 2025-01-28T18:25:47 ITFC Launches Environmental and Social Policy to Advance Sustainable Trade Finance Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3243155-itfc-launches-environmental-and-social-policy-to-advance-sustainable-trade-finance https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/15_08_2024_09_20_04_0832143.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) has unveiled a new Environmental and Social (ES) policy. The policy acknowledges the crucial role of trade finance in addressing climate change and fostering social equity. It also aligns ITFC's efforts with international frameworks such as the Paris Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), a member of the Islamic Development Bank Group (IsDB), has unveiled a groundbreaking Environmental and Social (ES) policy, solidifying its c...[+3873 chars] 2025-01-28T18:00:33 Ezz Steel to delist from EGX and LSE at EGP 138.15/share https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/ezz-steel-to-delist-from-egx-and-lse-at-egp-138-15-share/ar-AA1y0UWs US en Ezz Steel has announced the approval of its voluntary delisting from the Egyptian Stock Exchange and the London Stock Exchange. The company has agreed to the fair value of EGP 138.15 per share. This valuation will be the basis for purchasing shares from shareholders who object to the delisting or prefer not to remain with the company post-delisting. CAIRO - Ezz Steel (EGX: ESRS; London Stock Exchange (LON:LSEG): AEZD), has announced the approval of its voluntary delisting from the Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE)....[+1913 chars] 2025-01-28T17:57:13 Info-Tech Research Group Names EnergyCAP a Leader for 2025 Data Quadrant Report Energy CAP LLC https://apnews.com/press-release/send2press/pennsylvania-state-college-1078d49423e03267567359d6427c4a0e https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/abfbd6f/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x450+0+75/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F21%2F4c%2Fa03a53934d9b23c77c6da7626573%2Fa83f10d32ddb6f3685d930e11c24edf0 US en Info-Tech Research Group has identified EnergyCAP as the #1 overall Champion in its 2025 Data Quadrant Report. EnergyCAP is a leading provider of utility bill management and energy tracking software designed to help organizations reduce energy consumption and costs. The report is based on data from user reviews on the firm's SoftwareReviews platform. STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Jan. 28, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Global research and advisory firm, Info-Tech Research Group, has identified EnergyCAP as the #1 overall Champion in its 2025 Data Quadrant Rep...[+5193 chars] 2025-01-28T17:01:00 The game is changing JORDAN WOLMAN https://www.politico.com/newsletters/the-long-game/2025/01/28/the-long-game-is-about-to-look-different-00200931 https://static.politico.com/d9/11/b5d2fc1247acb15832cdf00947fc/20250128-wildfire-lg2.png US en The Long Game is on hiatus after today's edition. Corporate and government initiatives to fight against global warming are butting up against a hostile Republican trifecta in Washington and a broader 'vibe shift' that has silenced companies and groups that had been strong advocates. Trump's administration is changing real policy signals around climate regulations and incentives meant to slash pollution. Blue states that fought the president during his first term now face constraints that are scuttling their ability to fill the climate policy vacuum. "THE BIG IDEA The Long Game will go on hiatus after today's edition. We'll continue to deliver news and insight on the sustainability landscape across POLITICO's wide range of offerings. Learn more abo...[+9215 chars]" 2025-01-28T16:57:14 19 GOP State AGs Pressure Costco to Drop DEI https://www.newsmax.com/politics/state-attorneys-general-costco/2025/01/28/id/1196824 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=07119e20-6484-4728-bb29-6912b593a122&SiteName=Newsmax US en Nineteen Republican attorneys general want Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. 98% of shareholders voted against a proposal requesting a report on the risks tied to its diversity and inclusion initiatives. President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing government agency chiefs to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies and federal contractors. "Nineteen Republican attorneys general have called on Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, citing concerns about discrimination and legal risks. This comes after 9...[+1189 chars]" 2025-01-28T16:55:11 Costco pressured by 19 states to drop diversity, equity and inclusion policies Jackson Walker https://www.baltimoresun.com/2025/01/28/costco-pressured-by-19-states-to-drop-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-policies https://www.baltimoresun.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Consumer_Spending_25804-1.jpg?w=1024&h=768 US en Republican attorneys general from 19 states have sent a letter to Costco demanding the wholesale giant abandon its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices. Last week, Costco shareholders voted to reject a proposal asking the chain to reevaluate its DEI practices. The vote came as President Donald Trump continues his blitz of executive orders aimed at shuttering federal government DEI offices. McDonald's recently announced it would do away with some aspects of its diversity initiatives. Target announced on Friday it would scale back DEI programs. "Republican attorneys general from 19 states have sent a letter to Costco demanding the wholesale giant abandon its diversity, equity and inclusion practices. During a meeting last week, Costco shareho...[+2400 chars]" 2025-01-28T16:50:00 GOP attorneys general urge Costco to end diversity policies Bipasha Dey https://www.staradvertiser.com/2025/01/28/breaking-news/gop-attorneys-general-urge-costco-to-end-diversity-policies https://www.staradvertiser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Star-Advertiser-thumbnail-image.jpg US en Nineteen Republican attorneys general want Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. 98% of shareholders voted against a proposal asking for a report on the risks tied to its diversity and inclusion initiatives. President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing government agency chiefs to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies and federal contractors. "Nineteen Republican attorneys general have called on Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, citing concerns about discrimination and legal risks. This comes after 9...[+1469 chars]" 2025-01-28T16:36:14 SC Attorney General, others urge Costco to end DEI policies Nikolette Miller https://www.yahoo.com/news/sc-attorney-general-others-urge-163614240.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/wspa_spartanburg_articles_284/5a998e0dabc53acf08bbd5b320efc6ea US en Attorney General Alan Wilson joined other attorneys general from 18 other states in calling on Costco to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies due to them allegedly violating state and federal anti-discrimination laws. In recent months, many companies, including Amazon, Ford, McDonald's, Meta and Walmart, have abandoned or reevaluated their DEI policies in light of legal challenges. SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) – SC Attorney General Alan Wilson joined other attorneys general from 18 other states Tuesday in calling on Costco to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, ...[+1621 chars] 2025-01-28T16:35:21 How Conservatives Are Trying to Roll Back DEI in Corporate America Saijel Kishan https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/how-conservatives-are-trying-to-roll-back-dei-in-corporate-america/ar-AA1y0VJI US en Companies with diversity, equity and inclusion programs are under pressure from conservatives to roll them back. Right-wing groups plan to use proxy votes to pressure more than a dozen big US companies, including Apple Inc., McDonald's Corp. and Coca-Cola Co., to reconsider their DEI programs this year. Costco managed to fend off an anti-DEI resolution on Jan. 23, but JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. have vowed not to back down in their efforts. "(Bloomberg) -- US companies with diversity, equity and inclusion programs are under growing pressure from conservatives to roll them back. An important battleground is the company annual meeting. Camp...[+5657 chars]" 2025-01-28T16:30:15 Chilean miner Codelco plans 25% cut in indirect emissions by 2030 Reuters https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/chilean-miner-codelco-plans-25-cut-indirect-emissions-by-2030-2025-01-28 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/7K4BHK4VOVIRDI75MIIWVAUGL4.jpg?auth=9d45e063dad54b37daf1e02a5953c496b039667a3b557a4b202d028799b78b1d&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Chilean state-owned miner Codelco is planning a 25% cut in its indirect emissions by 2030. Mining is responsible for 4% to 7% of greenhouse gas emissions globally. Antofagasta Minerals committed to trimming its emissions by 10% over the same time frame. BHP and Teck are working to eliminate them by 2050. SANTIAGO, Jan 28 (Reuters) - Chilean state-owned miner Codelco said on Tuesday it is planning a 25% cut in its indirect emissions by 2030, as part of a larger decarbonization plan and as industry dema...[+1211 chars] 2025-01-28T16:25:21 Lenovo Honored With Golden Peacock Global Award for ESG https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/media-and-entertainment-industry-india-india-64a6df9e81a032cc36118eac89bf034e https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Lenovo received the Golden Peacock Global Award for ESG on November 13, 2024. The award reflects Lenovo's leadership in ESG and presence as a global corporate citizen. Lenovo has been reporting its ESG impact and goals since 2007 and is in the first group of companies to have its net-zero emissions targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). Asia Pacific, January 28, 2025 /3BL/ - On November 13, 2024, Lenovo was honored with the Golden Peacock Global Award for ESG by the Golden Peacock Awards Secretariat and Institute of Directors. This i...[+2296 chars] 2025-01-28T16:07:18 Unity Bank, AquaEarth Consulting partner on sustainability practices Hope Moses-Ashike https://businessday.ng/banking/article/unity-bank-aquaearth-consulting-partner-on-sustainability-practices https://cdn.businessday.ng/2021/10/Unity-Bank-1.png NG en Unity Bank Plc completed a project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting. The project focused on a comprehensive review and enhancement of Unity Bank's ESG practices. It resulted in the development of robust policies and a forward-looking sustainability strategy. Unity Bank organized extensive training sessions for employees at all levels. As part of its commitment to global and national sustainability standards aimed at enhancing its role in responsible banking and sustainable finance, Unity Bank Plc has successfully completed a transf...[+2210 chars] 2025-01-28T16:04:45 Analysis: Post-Davos, will companies redouble sustainability efforts - or heed Donald Trump? Angeli Mehta https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/analysis-post-davos-will-companies-redouble-sustainability-efforts-or-heed-2025-01-28 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/KW24J5AJR5L7JBTVUKKOERGINE.jpg?auth=ece46236d041012685ef7b63d1eae914ba6f39af12cefb77da224003083cbcaf&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en 46% of European companies are on track for emissions targets against 19% in China. Fewer than 5% of financial institutions committed to halting new oil and gas projects. China's vice premier said the world needs to 'jointly tackle global challenges' and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, director-general of the World Trade Organization, urged calm. January 28 - President Trump's first policy announcements had cast a long shadow over proceedings in Davos, even before he addressed the World Economic Forum virtually and invited business to come and...[+6740 chars] 2025-01-28T15:40:25 Costco Should Think Twice About Doubling Down On Its ‘Illegal' DEI Policies, Republican AGs Warn Ireland Owens https://dailycaller.com/2025/01/28/republican-ags-costco-dei-policies https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-71090262-scaled-e1738075441419.jpg US en 19 Republican attorneys general are calling on Costco to ditch its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. The letter was signed by Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall and Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost. President Donald Trump has been an outspoken critic of DEI initiatives and 'woke' ideology. "Over a dozen Republican attorneys general are calling on Costco to ditch its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. The effort, spearheaded by 19 attorneys general, demands Costco 'follow the...[+2608 chars]" 2025-01-28T15:30:00 U.S. pushback on DEI policies yet to grip B.C. business Rob Kruyt https://www.biv.com/news/human-resources-education/us-pushback-on-dei-policies-yet-to-grip-bc-business-10138522 https://www.vmcdn.ca/f/files/biv/stephanie-hollingshead-rk.jpg;w=1200;h=800;mode=crop CA en Many large U.S. companies are changing their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies because of Donald Trump's return as president. Walmart, Starbucks, Molson Coors and Facebook owner Meta Platfoms Inc. are among the companies pulling back from DEI initiatives. B.C.'s largest companies say they value DEI and have no plans to change it. Many large U.S. companies are dropping or altering their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies following a shift in public sentiment, particularly among conservative customers, and some threa...[+6822 chars] 2025-01-28T15:20:25 Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird co-leads call for Costco to abandon DEI policies https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/2025/01/28/call-for-costco-to-end-dei-policies-co-led-by-iowa-attorney-general-brenna-bird/77993087007 https://www.desmoinesregister.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/23/USAT/77908224007-xxx-costco-getty-images-1580864430-dcb.jpeg?crop=6990,3932,x0,y728&width=3200&height=1801&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en Nineteen Republican attorneys general want Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. 98% of shareholders voted against a proposal asking for a report on the risks tied to its diversity and inclusion initiatives. President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing government agency chiefs to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies and federal contractors. Nineteen Republican attorneys general, including Iowa's Brenna Bird have called on Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, citing concerns about discrimination and l...[+1135 chars] 2025-01-28T15:11:55 The Shamrock Companies Transforms Into an Employee-Owned Company (ESOP), Delivering Enhanced Value to Customers Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/the-shamrock-companies-transforms-into-an-employee-owned-company-esop-delivering-enhanced-value-to-customers/article_f553338a-7411-5f7e-a576-80a653d8afac.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en The Shamrock Companies has transitioned to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Founder and majority shareholder Bob Troop has transferred his shares to the ESOP and will continue to serve as chairman of the board. The full-service marketing solutions company is now entirely employee-owned. "CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 28, 2025-- The Shamrock Companies has transitioned to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), maintaining its existing structure while changing its ownership model, ma...[+3660 chars]" 2025-01-28T15:08:06 DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. Announces Systemic Trust's Registration as a Digital Asset Trust Company Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/DMG_Blockchain_Solutions_Inc_Announces_Systemic_Trust_s_Regi https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/[] US en DMG is a leading independent data provider. DMG's shares are traded on the TSX-V and OTC-QB US: DMGGF and on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange: 6AX (FRANKFURT: 6 AX). VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (TSX-V: DMGI) (OTCQB US: DMGGF) (FRANKFURT: 6AX) ('DMG'), a leading independent data 2025-01-28T14:44:13 Sustainable finance key to driving climate adaptation, panel told Ghadi Joudah https://www.arabnews.com/node/2588128 https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x371_watermarksaudi/public/main-image/2025/01/28/4568128-1333560671.jpg?itok=PyQ4Zb5a SA en The use of environmental sukuk and other debt instruments is surging in Saudi Arabia, with total issuances exceeding SR8 billion ($2 billion) Capital Market Authority is drafting guidelines for issuing green, social and sustainability-linked instruments in the Saudi market. Central Bank of Bahrain has issued its ESG module to its licensees and listed companies. The emirates' efforts to promote green bonds and sustainable finance have reached $14 billion. "MANAMA: The use of environmental sukuk and other debt instruments is surging in the Kingdom, with total issuances exceeing SR8 billion ($2 billion), a Capital Market Authority official has said. Abdul...[+3957 chars]" 2025-01-28T14:34:08 GOP Attorneys General Call on Costco to End DEI Programs Saijel Kishan https://www.yahoo.com/news/gop-attorneys-general-call-costco-143408166.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Nyh28N1f7_Ls9f7CknmM1g--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDE-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_politics_602/8308d3feb48bb399d2aad48a03411059 US en Nineteen Republican attorneys general want Costco to end its workforce diversity policies. Last week, Costco fought off an investor proposal at its annual shareholder meeting from a conservative group seeking details of the risks attached to so-called DEI policies. The pushback from state Republicans comes as President Donald Trump's new administration lashes out at DEI programs and tries to eliminate them in the federal government and corporate America. (Bloomberg) -- Nineteen Republican attorneys general called on Costco Wholesale Corp. to end its workforce diversity policies after the bulk retailer become one of few companies to defend its practice...[+2103 chars] 2025-01-28T14:09:53 DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. Announces Systemic Trust's Registration as a Digital Asset Trust Company Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/dmg-blockchain-solutions-inc-announces-systemic-trusts-registration-as-a-digital-asset-trust-company https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM0ODc2NyM2NzIzNTc5IzIwOTI3NDQ= CA en DMG received registration for its wholly owned subsidiary, Systemic Trust Company, to operate as a special purpose trust company under the Loan and Trust Corporations Act (Alberta) with Alberta's Treasury Board and Finance. DMG is a leading data center technology and blockchain solutions provider. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (TSX-V: DMGI) (OTCQB US: DMGGF) (FRANKFURT: 6AX) ('DMG'), a leading independent data center technology and b...[+305 chars] 2025-01-28T14:03:16 'ESG's Real Sin Isn't Ideology, But That It's Useless', By John Authers, Columnist Richard Abbey https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/esgs-real-sin-isnt-ideology-but-that https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6d2fa8a4-8a20-47c1-8717-324f2a47522c_2000x1334.webp US en John Authers is a senior editor for markets and Bloomberg Opinion columnist. He is author of 'The Fearful Rise of Markets'. Today's points include Trump 2.0, the dollar is down and stocks are up, and the approach to green investing could be banned. "Opinion John Authers, Columnist ESG's Real Sin Isn't Ideology, But That It's Useless The approach to green investing could be on its way to being banned. January 26, 2025 at 11:01 PM CST By John Authe...[+11277 chars]" 2025-01-28T13:59:06 Can insetting stack the cards towards more sustainable supply chains? Oliver Balch https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/can-insetting-stack-cards-towards-more-sustainable-supply-chains-2025-01-28 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/CWLXUZ6VJBKYXIHVUOSL34S354.jpg?auth=2cf49bcb5381c0522b0b0df805c5a8f7b4de5ff5733ff94b89bd8973dd8955bc&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Insetting focuses on reducing Scope 3 emissions within a brand's own supply chain. Startups like AgriWebb and Klim attract investments to support regenerative agriculture. Earthworm Foundation and University of Oxford spin-out Nature-based Insights, announced a tie-up to help companies quantify the biodiversity impacts of nature-based solutions in their supply chains. Nestle supports 15 landscape initiatives. "Summary Insetting focuses on reducing Scope 3 emissions within a brand's own supply chain Startups like AgriWebb and Klim attracting investments to support regenerative agriculture Partnerships like R...[+8223 chars]" 2025-01-28T13:50:26 Locus Technologies and Sophare AI announce partnership to integrate compensation analytics into leading CSRD and ESG software platform https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/locus-technologies-and-sophare-ai-announce-partnership-to-integrate-compensation-analytics-into-leading-csrd-and-esg-software-platform/2045919 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/28/526288.png PH en "After securing a leadership position in ""E,' Locus strengthens its offerings in ESG. Sophare AI uses advanced data analytics and machine learning to help organizations achieve lasting pay equity and comply with global pay transparency regulations. Locus empowers companies of every size and industry to be credible with ESG reporting." "After securing a leadership position in ""E,' Locus strengthens ""S' offerings in ESG MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Locus Technologies, the sustainability and Environmental He...[+4050 chars]" 2025-01-28T13:15:47 RepRisk Business Conduct and ESG Risk Data Now Available to Bloomberg Customers PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/RepRisk_Business_Conduct_and_ESG_Risk_Data_Now_Available_to_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/[] US en RepRisk's AI-powered business conduct and ESG risk data is now accessible on Bloomberg. It gives the global financial industry actionable insights on companies' business conduct risks and real performance. RepRisk is thrilled to bring the data to Bloomberg users. RepRisk's AI-powered business conduct and ESG risk data is now accessible on Bloomberg, further equipping the global financial industry with actionable insights on companies' business conduct risks an...[+133 chars] 2025-01-28T13:12:25 Evanston's healthy buildings ordinance postponed Margo Milanowski https://evanstonroundtable.com/2025/01/28/city-council-tables-healthy-buildings-ordinance https://evanstonroundtable.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSC7074-scaled.jpg US en The City Council voted to delay consideration of the proposed Healthy Buildings Ordinance until their next meeting on February 10th. The ordinance would require Evanston buildings above 20,000 square feet to be energy-efficient, powered entirely by renewables and achieve zero onsite emissions by 2050. A coalition of businesses, property owners and schools circulated a joint statement to the city asking for a slowdown on the ordinance voting. After significant debate Monday night, the City Council voted to hold off on its final consideration of the proposed Healthy Buildings Ordinance at least until their next meeting on Feb. 10. The vote ...[+10132 chars] 2025-01-28T13:05:55 Kentucky attorney general among Republican officials pressuring Costco to drop DEI policies Leo Bertucci https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/local/2025/01/28/kentucky-attorney-general-republicans-pressure-costco-to-drop-dei-policies/77990824007 https://www.usatoday.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/28/USAT/77986509007-usatsi-25085300.jpg?crop=4043,2274,x0,y800&width=3200&height=1800&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en 18 Republican attorneys general want Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. 98% of shareholders voted last week against a proposal requesting a report on the risks tied to its diversity and inclusion initiatives. President Trump issued an executive order directing government agency chiefs to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies, federal contractors and in the private sector. "Kentucky attorney general among Republican officials pressuring Costco to drop DEI policies Show Caption Hide Caption President Donald Trump's historic first week in office President Donald Trump has ...[+1758 chars]" 2025-01-28T13:05:55 Kentucky attorney general among Republican officials pressuring Costco to drop DEI policies Leo Bertucci https://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/local/2025/01/28/kentucky-attorney-general-republicans-pressure-costco-to-drop-dei-policies/77990824007 https://www.courier-journal.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/28/USAT/77986509007-usatsi-25085300.jpg?crop=4043,2274,x0,y800&width=3200&height=1800&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en Republican attorneys general from Kentucky and 18 other states called on Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. 98% of the U.S. retailer's shareholders voted last week against a proposal requesting a report on the risks tied to its diversity and inclusion initiatives. Costco has four stores in Kentucky, including two in Louisville. "Republican attorneys general from Kentucky and 18 other states called on Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, according to a signed letter sent Monday. The GOP off...[+1196 chars]" 2025-01-28T13:05:00 FOXO TECHNOLOGIES, INC., PROVIDES UPDATE ON RECENT ACOMPLISHMENTS AND BUSINESS STRATEGY FOXO Technologies Inc. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/foxo-technologies-inc-provides-recent-130500284.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/24f6a115efd3dbd9d15e544ba2d8f399 US en Seamus Lagan, recently appointed CEO of FOXO Technologies Inc. has written a letter to his fellow shareholders about his company's progress in the second half of 2024 and the business strategy for 2025. The company has gone from having minimal net revenues since inception to having acquired businesses that with investment have the potential to deliver in excess of $20 million of profitable net revenues per annum. MINNEAPOLIS, MN, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FOXO Technologies Inc. (NYSE American: FOXO) (the 'Company'), provides a brief shareholder letter from Seamus Lagan, recently appointed CEO of FOXO o...[+8734 chars] 2025-01-28T12:47:49 You don't have to be a net zero hero – how focus on personal climate action can distract from systemic problems Sam Illingworth https://theconversation.com/you-dont-have-to-be-a-net-zero-hero-how-focus-on-personal-climate-action-can-distract-from-systemic-problems-248073 https://images.theconversation.com/files/644422/original/file-20250123-15-sok9ie.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C701%2C4260%2C2130&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Campaigns and social media often encourage people to make eco-friendly choices like using less plastic or driving less. The focus on personal responsibility distracts from the larger role that businesses and governments play in causing and solving environmental problems. The real power to create change lies with corporations and governments, not with consumers. Campaigns and social media often encourage people to make eco-friendly choices like using less plastic or driving less. While these actions are important, focusing so much on what people do can distra...[+4318 chars] 2025-01-28T12:34:00 In bear grip! Nifty Smallcap 250, Nifty Next 50 down over 20% from peak The Economic Times https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/in-bear-grip-nifty-smallcap-250-nifty-next-50-down-over-20-from-peak/articleshow/117626984.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117626946,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-3392,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en India's Nifty Next 50 and Nifty Smallcap 250 equity indices have entered bear market territory. Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex gained 0.78% and 0.98% on Tuesday. The Indian market appears to be oversold and is set for a rebound. The RBI's announcement of measures to boost the liquidity in the banking system is positive for the market. "India's Nifty Next 50 and Nifty Smallcap 250 equity indices have entered bear market territory, marked by declines exceeding 20% from their 52-week highs. The Nifty Next 50 index, which tracks 50 comp...[+6194 chars]" 2025-01-28T12:23:01 Wingo appointed Still Earth holdings Group MD Our Reporter https://thenationonlineng.net/wingo-appointed-still-earth-holdings-group-md https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/28132035/Wingo.png NG en Ritchie Wingo has been appointed as the new Group Managing Director of Still Earth Holdings. He has over 25 years of experience in international oil and gas operations and expertise in information technology. His appointment marks the beginning of a new era focused on strategic growth, operational excellence, and innovation. Still Earth Holdings has appointed Ritchie Wingo as its Group Managing Director. With over 25 years of experience in international oil and gas operations and expertise in information technology, Wingo...[+2979 chars] 2025-01-28T12:00:50 HASI Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/hasi-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-earnings-release-date-and-conference-call/article_a8962265-06dd-5df7-9ce3-e189890a0be3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results after market close on Thursday, February 13, 2025. It will be followed by a conference call at 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) on the same day. "ANNAPOLIS, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 28, 2025-- HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (""HASI,"" or the ""Company"") (NYSE: HASI), a leading investor in climate solutions, today announced that the C...[+3380 chars]" 2025-01-28T12:00:47 Luxembourg pension fund holds €164m in Tesla despite ESG concerns Kabir Agarwal https://www.luxtimes.lu/businessandfinance/tesla-accounts-for-notable-portion-of-luxembourg-pension-funds-26-billion-portfolio/36269035.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/2d1uwi-shutterstock-2437326119.jpg/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/shutterstock_2437326119.jpg LU en Luxembourg's pension fund, Fonds de Compensation (FDC), remains committed to its investment in electric carmaker Tesla despite growing concerns over its corporate governance and labour practices. Stichting Pensioenfonds ABP divested its entire €571 million stake in the American carmaker over CEO Elon Musk's €53 billion pay package and working conditions at the company. FDC uses the service provider Sustainalytics to screen its investments and detect companies that violate the principles. Luxembourg's pension fund, Fonds de Compensation (FDC), remains committed to its investment in electric carmaker Tesla despite growing concerns over its corporate governance and labour practices, acco...[+2487 chars] 2025-01-28T12:00:28 HASI Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/hasi-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-earnings-release-date-and-conference-call/article_85e729f7-497d-5c3b-98a8-138c4bb30deb.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results after market close on Thursday, February 13, 2025. It will be followed by a conference call at 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) on the same day. "ANNAPOLIS, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 28, 2025-- HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (""HASI,"" or the ""Company"") (NYSE: HASI), a leading investor in climate solutions, today announced that the C...[+181 chars]" 2025-01-28T11:20:59 Private Sector Must Lead the Way in Sustainable Business Practices: Sherry Rehman https://dailytimes.com.pk/1260473/private-sector-must-lead-the-way-in-sustainable-business-practices-sherry-rehman https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2025/01/28/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-28-at-4.00.46-PM.jpeg PK en Senator Sherry Rehman is the Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change. She addressed a conference on private sector challenges and opportunities in addressing climate change. She stressed the importance of energy efficiency and green energy for businesses, regardless of whether they are directly involved in the energy sector. She also called for increased transparency and accountability in reporting sustainability efforts. In her address at a conference on private sector challenges and opportunities in addressing climate change, Senator Sherry Rehman, Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change, emphasiz...[+3186 chars] 2025-01-28T11:12:00 107 oil and gas wells owned by a company based in a Highlands Ranch home are about to land on Colorado's orphan list Mark Jaffe https://coloradosun.com/2025/01/28/orphan-wells-kt-resources-highlands-ranch-colorado https://i0.wp.com/newspack-coloradosun.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/JacksonCrypto_HC_10-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1707&quality=85&ssl=1 US en KT Resources owns 107 oil and gas wells in Colorado. The state Energy and Carbon Management Commission wants to fine and shut down the current owner. The company could also lose its right to do business in the state and its $317,000 in bonds. The wells were originally owned by Wichita, Kansas-based Koch Exploration, which was part of Koch Industries with an estimated $125 billion in annual revenue in 2024. In 2017, 31 Operating acquired Koch Exploration's Colorado assets, 274 properties, a tank battery and 151 gas wells. The tale of 107 aging oil and gas wells — passed from company to company like peas in a shell game — is poised to end in Colorado's orphan well program as state regulators move to fine and shut down t...[+9216 chars] 2025-01-28T11:06:50 19 states pressure Costco to drop 'illegal' DEI policies JACKSON WALKER https://news3lv.com/news/nation-world/19-states-pressure-costco-to-drop-illegal-dei-policies-attorneys-general-diversity-equity-inclusion-trump-retail-stores-biden-administration https://news3lv.com/resources/media2/16x9/1280/986/center/90/fe5cd0fd-b6e7-4b26-9a0b-e4b88b0bf20b-VO3COSTCOUNIONWORKERRALLY.transfer_frame_63.jpeg US en Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joined 18 other state attorneys general in a letter to Costco demanding the company abandon its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. Last week, Costco shareholders voted to reject a proposal asking the chain to reevaluate its DEI practices. McDonald's recently announced it would do away with some DEI initiatives. Target announced Friday it would scale back DEI programs. Meta has also decided to roll back its diversity efforts. WASHINGTON (TNND) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird on Monday joined 18 other state attorneys general in sending a letter to Costco demanding the wholesale giant abandon its diversity, equity and in...[+2450 chars] 2025-01-28T11:00:00 Every SFSU student will soon take climate justice course under new graduation requirement Maliya Ellis https://www.sfchronicle.com/climate/article/sf-state-environmental-justice-19989133.php https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/46/63/65/26951000/3/rawImage.jpg US en Starting this fall, every new student at San Francisco State University will be required to take a course on climate justice in order to graduate. The Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action (ESCA) graduation requirement makes SFSU the first major public university to require a course explicitly incorporating climate justice. The requirement revises the university's Environmental S sustainability requirement, which has been in place since 2010. "Starting this fall, every new student at San Francisco State University will be required to take a course on climate justice in order to graduate, the university announced Tuesday. The Environmental S...[+4545 chars]" 2025-01-28T10:30:00 DEI Pay Incentives Come Under Pressure After Two-Year Surge Jennifer Williams https://www.wsj.com/articles/dei-pay-incentives-come-under-pressure-after-two-year-surge-8377c95f https://images.wsj.net/im-79212440/social US en Links between executive pay and diversity goals lost ground in large companies' most recent annual filings. 29 members of the S&P 500 dropped diversity, equity and inclusion goals from executives' pay metrics in company statements filed during the 2024 proxy season. The number of companies adding DEI measures to compensation calculations fell to 26 from 81. "Links between executive pay and diversity goals lost ground in large companies' most recent annual filings as American corporations retreat from DEI. Twenty-nine members of the S&P 500 dropped diversi...[+293 chars]" 2025-01-28T10:23:16 🔒 RW Johnson: How Davos investors would have questioned Cyril – if SA wasn't off their radar Editor Biz News https://www.biznews.com/rwjohnson/2025/01/28/rw-johnson-ramaphosas-davos-pitch https://www.biznews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/1111-4.png ZA en The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. It's designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the community to interact directly with the keynote speakers and interact with the BNC team. "Investment rules scare off foreign investors. scare off foreign investors. ANC policies echo apartheid-era failures. echo apartheid-era failures. G20 risks exposing South Africa's decline. Sign up for...[+12024 chars]" 2025-01-28T10:11:29 Is Maxim Power Corp.'s (TSE:MXG) Stock's Recent Performance Being Led By Its Attractive Financial Prospects? Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/maxim-power-corp-tse-mxg-101129839.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f1f0f398416d2d2a408886a3ad9282ac US en Maxim Power's (TSE:MXG) stock is up by 46% over the past three months. The company's ROE is 13%, which is above the industry average of 13%. The company has grown its earnings by 17% in the past five years. Maxim Power's growth rate is lower than the industry's. Maxim Power's (TSE:MXG) stock is up by a considerable 46% over the past three months. Given that the market rewards strong financials in the long-term, we wonder if that is the case in this instance. ...[+3625 chars] 2025-01-28T09:46:35 Innovative Strategies for Budget 2025 Implementation K S Krishna https://businessnewsthisweek.com/news/innovative-strategies-for-budget-2025-implementation https://businessnewsthisweek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Business-News-This-Week-logos-1.jpeg IN en Budget 2025 should focus on social sector investments, adopting international best practices, incentivizing targeted CSR activities, fostering public-private partnerships, and embracing data-driven approaches. According to DevInsights report, corporate social responsibility (CSR) spending in India has grown by 53% between 2017 and 2022. CSR funds are concentrated in states such as Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu. Eastern region receives inadequate CSR investments. "by Author Paresh Kumar [Researcher, Author, Social Entrepreneur, Co-founder, and CEO of DevInsights] As Budget 2025 approaches, the social development sector anticipates a fiscal blueprint that not on...[+3960 chars]" 2025-01-28T09:39:00 Brazil launches Sustainability Pact for ports and airports https://en.mercopress.com/2025/01/28/brazil-launches-sustainability-pact-for-ports-and-airports https://en.mercopress.com/data/cache/noticias/103232/600x315/gols-azul.jpg FK en Ports and Airports Minister Sílvio Costa Filho has launched an unprecedented sustainability policy for these facilities and for waterways. The aim is to encourage sustainable practices, promote transparency and strengthen social inclusion. He also addressed the merger plans of Azul and Gol, which would preserve restructuring companies and jobs. Brazil's Federal Ministry of Ports and Airports launched an unprecedented sustainability policy for these facilities as well as for waterways in a move to encourage sustainable practices, promote tran...[+1483 chars] 2025-01-28T09:07:45 Sustainability and profit-making in Nigerian businesses NNADOZIE ODINAKA https://www.thecable.ng/sustainability-and-profit-making-in-nigerian-businesses https://www.thecable.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ESG-1.png NG en Sustainability has emerged as a crucial factor for businesses worldwide, including Nigeria. According to UNDP, companies that embed sustainability into their business models achieve higher financial performance and better customer loyalty. Nigerian companies are already setting examples in this area, such as Dangote Cement, Lafarge Africa and Flour Mills of Nigeria. "BY NNADOZIE ODINAKA In recent years, sustainability has emerged as a crucial factor for businesses worldwide, including Nigeria. As companies strive for profitability, integrating sustainability pract...[+4533 chars]" 2025-01-28T09:02:12 Investors shun long-term ESG rewards in quest for short-term gains Romania Journal https://www.romaniajournal.ro/business/investors-shun-long-term-esg-rewards-in-quest-for-short-term-gains https://www.romaniajournal.ro/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ESG-e1640603083825.jpg RO en EY Institutional Investor Survey canvasses the views of 350 key decision-makers from investment firms around the world. Almost nine in ten of those surveyed say their firms have made more use of ESG information over the past year. However, ESG issues do not appear to be a priority when it comes to decision making. "Get real time updates directly on you device, subscribe now. A blinkered view of climate change and sustainability has taken hold across the world's investor community and is fueling a focus on short-...[+5842 chars]" 2025-01-28T08:34:00 Hong Kong accounting body calls for more expertise in sustainability practices Leopold Chen https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3296590/hong-kong-accounting-body-calls-more-expertise-sustainability-practices https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/01/28/e76a50d7-af49-49c6-9919-84ac4786b027_947b2270.jpg?itok=9Rxlo8gW&v=1738053238 HK en More than half of Hang Seng Index's constituent firms have published their reports on sustainability performance last year. 21% of them obtained a'reasonable' grade from sustainability assurance auditors, while 53% received a 'limited' rating. A lack of in-house sustainability reporting expertise was the most pressing issue cited by listed entities. More than half of Hang Seng Index's constituent firms have voluntarily published their reports on sustainability performance last year, according to Hong Kong's accounting regulatory body, which calle...[+1412 chars] 2025-01-28T08:21:32 Al Sharpton Organizing 'Buy-Cotts' to Support Companies Committed to DEI TMZ https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4077018/al-sharpton-organizing-buycotts-to-support-companies-committed-to-dei.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en "Al Sharpton wants to support companies committed to diversity, equity and inclusion by buying their products. Reverend Al appeared on ""TMZ Live"" on Monday and talked about DEI practices and the need for companies to support diversity and equity practices. Click here to read the full interview." Al Sharpton says DEI practices are a must for companies and he's got a plan to support those who are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion ... by buying their products. Reverend Al joined us on...[+72 chars] 2025-01-28T08:11:04 Who will Be The New SEBI Chairperson? All You Need To Know Swastika Sruti https://www.newsx.com/india/who-will-be-the-new-sebi-chairperson https://www.newsx.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SEBI.webp IN en The Ministry of Finance has announced the search for a new Chairperson for the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The current Chairperson, Madhabi Puri Buch, is set to finish her term on February 28. The selected candidate will hold the position for a maximum of five years or until the age of 65, whichever comes first. She will receive a monthly salary of ₹5,62,500. "The Ministry of Finance has announced the search for a new Chairperson for the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), with applications open until February 17, 2025. The Ministry of Finance ha...[+3346 chars]" 2025-01-28T08:02:44 Capricorn 'evaluating' M&A prospects in North Sea Terry Murden https://dailybusinessgroup.co.uk/2025/01/capricorn-evaluating-ma-prospects-in-north-sea https://dailybusinessgroup.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Capricorn-Energy-2.png GB en Edinburgh-based explorer Capricorn Energy is looking for M&A opportunities in the UK North Sea and in the MENA region. It received a $50m settlement from Woodside Energy relating to the disposal of its production sharing contract (PSC) interests in Senegal. The company is committed to returning proceeds to its shareholders. "Opportunities Capricorn: looking to diversify and expand Capricorn Energy, originally known as Cairn Energy, said its is currently evaluating M&A opportunities in the UK North Sea. In advance of annou...[+2353 chars]" 2025-01-28T07:29:53 Qatar's $2.5bn green bonds fund enhances renewable energy and infrastructure The Peninsula https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/qatar_8217s_25bn_green_bonds_fund_enhances_renewable_energy_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/[] US en $2.5bn of green bonds have been committed to fund sustainable development in Qatar. Environmental legislation in the region remains limited. Companies should prioritise sustainability now to avoid having to play catch-up as market dynamics and regulation evolve, as an official says. Doha, Qatar: Qatar continues to boost its investments in sustainable development, demonstrating its competitiveness on the global stage. An official noted that the country's $2.5bn (QR9.10bn) of green...[+233 chars] 2025-01-28T07:17:20 Jefferies cuts Gibson Energy stock rating to hold, target at Cdn$26 https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/jefferies-cuts-gibson-energy-stock-rating-to-hold-target-at-cdn-26/ar-AA1xYTyc US en Jefferies downgrades Gibson Energy's stock from a 'Buy' to a 'Hold' status. The price target for Gibson Energy now stands at Cdn$26.00. The company's shares have seen a 21% increase since the beginning of 2024, closely tracking the Toronto Stock Exchange that showed a 22% gain in the same period. On Tuesday, Jefferies analyst Vikram Bagri adjusted the outlook for Gibson Energy (TSX:GEI), trading under the ticker GEI:CN on the Canadian exchange and OTC: GBNXF, revising the company's stock from ...[+1432 chars] 2025-01-28T07:11:02 SEC lauds Norrenberger for advancing Nigeria's financial market Favour Okpale https://businessday.ng/news/article/sec-lauds-norrenberger-for-advancing-nigerias-financial-market https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SEC-lauds-Norrenberger-for-advancing-Nigerias-financial-market.png NG en Emomotimi Agama, Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has commended Norrenberger for its contributions to the Nigerian financial market. Agama gave the commendation during the Inauguration of New Asset Management Office in Abuja on Monday. The state-of-the-art facility will serve as a hub for the company's Asset Management division, offering a range of investment products and services to individuals and institutions in the region. Tony Edeh, GMD/CEO, expressed excitement about the opening. Emomotimi Agama, Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has commended Norrenberger for its contributions to the Nigerian financial market, emphasising the company's role in ...[+2685 chars] 2025-01-28T07:01:02 EQS-AGM: EVN AG: Invitation to the 96th Annual General Meeting EVN AG https://www.ots.at/presseaussendung/EQS_20250128_EQS0002/eqs-agm-evn-ag-invitation-to-the-96th-annual-general-meeting https://static.ots.at/css/images/distributed-by-apa-ots_250px.png AT en The 96th Annual General Meeting of EVN AG will be held on Wednesday, 26 February 2025 at 11.30 a.m. (CET) at EVN Forum, EVN Platz, A-2344 Maria Enzersdorf. The agenda includes presentation of the adopted annual financial statements, of the management report and of the consolidated corporate governance report. The right to attend General Meetings depends on the shares held at the end of the tenth day before the General Meeting (Evidence Date). EQS-News: EVN AG / Announcement of the Convening of the General Meeting EVN AG: Invitation to the 96th Annual General Meeting 28.01.2025 / 08:00 CET/CEST Announcement of the Convening of the General M...[+24245 chars] 2025-01-28T06:45:13 What increase in company size threshold means for your business Clare Thompson https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/business/analysis/what-increase-in-company-size-threshold-means-for-your-business/a350848533.html https://focus.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/thumbor/s9rxWrc-H82kaOiApSP2IB1pAlY=/0x0:1279x853/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/a71399ab-9266-4f12-8e5c-9353ed746682/4b62df54-06e2-44e6-9eac-e16585952330/a71399ab-9266-4f12-8e5c-9353ed746682.jpg GB en From April 6, the size thresholds for UK companies are increasing by about 50%. These thresholds help determine whether a company is classed as small, medium, or large. Some reporting requirements are being removed for periods starting on or after April 5. Businesses with over 250 employees will no longer need to disclose policies on recruiting or supporting disabled staff. From April 6, the size thresholds for UK companies are increasing by about 50%. These thresholds help determine whether a company is classed as small, medium, or large. Changes apply to companies unde...[+3090 chars] 2025-01-28T06:41:57 Leading the charge: OGDCL's commitment to climate sustainability https://www.dawn.com/news/1888225/leading-the-charge-ogdcls-commitment-to-climate-sustainability https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/01/2811402961795d2.jpg?r=114146 PK en OGDCL is a leading oil and gas exploration and production company in Pakistan. It is taking the lead in implementing the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) model to measure and report environmental impacts, energy and water usage, and waste generation. The company's ESG Strategy 2025 reflects a clear commitment to sustainability. "OGDCL is a leading oil and gas exploration and production company, pioneering climate action through advanced technologies and responsible practices. As Pakistan battles with the devastating impacts o...[+5165 chars]" 2025-01-28T06:05:59 Empowering Change: ASM CSR Summit 2025 Champions Social Responsibility Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/3242120-empowering-change-asm-csr-summit-2025-champions-social-responsibility https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/01_04_2019_19_28_56_3344151.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en ASM CSR Summit and Awards 2025 was held on January 21, 2025. It brought together industry leaders, NGOs, changemakers, and students to discuss impactful strategies and celebrate transformative contributions in the realm of CSR. The summit emphasized the importance of nurturing socially responsible leadership and encouraged youth involvement in CSR through college programs. The ASM CSR Summit and Awards 2025, held on January 21, 2025, was a significant event organized by the ASM Group of Institutes to promote Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. It brought ...[+881 chars] 2025-01-28T05:55:01 Republican attorneys general pressure Costco to drop DEI policies Reuters https://ca.news.yahoo.com/republican-attorneys-general-pressure-costco-055501888.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/q0bFeT7dBPoqAbowm_Phqw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03ODI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_money_325/7f5abf47e3276a564285b90bb4d03070 US en Nineteen Republican attorneys general want Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. 98% of shareholders voted last week against a proposal requesting a report on the risks tied to its diversity and inclusion initiatives. President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing government agency chiefs to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies, federal contractors and in the private sector. "Nineteen Republican attorneys general have called on Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, citing concerns about discrimination and legal risks. This comes after 9...[+1396 chars]" 2025-01-28T05:30:00 ASM CSR Summit and Awards 2025: A Resounding Success in Fostering Responsible Leadership and Youth Empowerment PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/asm-csr-summit-awards-2025-053000391.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/229eafad6c2512a25261a82505f6fa7f US en "The ASM CSR Summit and Awards 2025, a landmark event dedicated to advancing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, concluded on January 21, 2025. It brought together changemakers, industry leaders, NGOs, and students to celebrate impactful contributions and discuss transformative strategies in the realm of CSR. Dr. Sandeep Pachpande, Chairman of ASM Group of Institutes, delivered the welcome address. The keynote address, ""Driving Transformative Change: Aligning Purpose with Business Goals"" was delivered by Dr. Ravi Moro from the Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. The panel discussion brought together industry veterans and NGO leaders to explore how" PUNE, India, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The ASM CSR Summit and Awards 2025, a landmark event dedicated to advancing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, concluded with great enthusias...[+6787 chars] 2025-01-28T05:13:37 SEC Declares Zero Tolerance For Infractions Mark Itsibor https://leadership.ng/sec-declares-zero-tolerance-for-infractions https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/sec.webp NG en Emomotimi Agama is the Director General of the Securities and Commission. He made the remarks at the launch of Norrenberger Asset Management Limited in Abuja on Monday. The company is venturing into the assets management segment of the capital market to create the excitement and optimisation needed for the market. Director general of the Securities and Commission Emomotimi Agama has said his administration will not tolerate infractions in the Nigerian capital market with a vow to ensure that anyone that violate...[+3064 chars] 2025-01-28T05:04:20 Republican Attorneys General Challenge Costco's DEI Policies Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3242059-republican-attorneys-general-challenge-costcos-dei-policies https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/06_06_2024_01_02_31_6184867.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en 19 Republican attorneys general urge Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. 98% of shareholders rejected a proposal for a risk assessment tied to its DEI initiatives. The Republican officials accuse Costco of violating merit-based practices and federal law. In a coordinated effort, 19 Republican attorneys general have urged Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, citing potential discrimination issues and legal ri...[+739 chars] 2025-01-28T05:04:04 Republican state attorneys pressure Costco to drop diversity policies Reuters https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/republican-state-attorneys-pressure-costco-050404538.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.ca/c890ebee8c2e1178ff0618da428ae23b US en Nineteen Republican attorneys general want Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. 98% of shareholders voted against a proposal asking for a report on the risks tied to its diversity and inclusion initiatives. President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing government agency chiefs to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies and federal contractors. "(Reuters) - Nineteen Republican attorneys general have called on Costco Wholesale to abandon its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, citing concerns about discrimination and legal risks. This c...[+1200 chars]" 2025-01-28T05:00:17 Every penny counts in ESG! — Darshinee Nadarajan and Mohd Istajib Mokhtar https://www.malaymail.com/news/what-you-think/2025/01/28/every-penny-counts-in-esg-darshinee-nadarajan-and-mohd-istajib-mokhtar/164803 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/01/28/thumbs/400x400/258152.jpg MY en In the era of ESG, Environmental, Social and Governance principles shape almost every corner of our lives. ESG has become our modern-day dictionary guiding us to define frameworks for what it is like to be ethical and sustainable in the present world. Many companies with ESG policies stress on their decarbonation strategies, decent work, and compliance in where they operate. However, tax has been neglected in the ESG discussions. JANUARY 28 — Here we are living in the era of ESG where, Environmental, Social and Governance principles shape almost every corner of our lives, influencing from the products we purchase to deciding o...[+6314 chars] 2025-01-28T04:54:46 The man tasked to transform Ghana's Revenue Body [ARTICLE] Class https://citinewsroom.com/2025/01/the-man-tasked-to-transform-ghanas-revenue-body-article https://citinewsroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-29-at-2.31.18-PM.jpeg GH en Anthony Kwasi Sarpong has been appointed as Acting Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) by the President, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama. He is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Practitioner with a Bachelor of Science degree in Administration (Accounting) and an MSc in Financial Risk Management from London Metropolitan University. He was the Country Managing Partner of KPMG-Ghana and a key figure in its Africa's leadership. He has led several high-impact national and international projects. A trailblazer in finance, taxation, and public sector reforms, Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, has been tasked to transform the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) with his appointment as Acting Commissioner-General...[+6287 chars] 2025-01-28T04:46:39 Secrecy in government KNEWS https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/01/28/secrecy-in-government https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2016/06/favicon.ico GY en Kaieteur is critical of the PPP/C Government's secrecy surrounding the ambitious gas-to-energy project in Guyana. The US Exim Bank from which the Guyana Government borrowed US$527M to fund the project has revealed that it did not conduct any feasibility study. Kaieteur Editorial – Years after the PPP/C Government embarked on the ambitious gas-to-energy project, Guyanese are stilling grappling with the fact that key aspects of the arrangements have remained ...[+3999 chars] 2025-01-28T04:22:46 Rivers struggles to meet goals despite improved earnings Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4076465/rivers-struggles-to-meet-goals-despite-improved-earnings.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Rivers State does not meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) five years to the terminal date of the 30-year United Nations programme. Rivers State has improved its earnings despite not meeting the SDGs. Rivers is lacking significant indicators of the existence of the UN programme. Five years to the terminal date of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Rivers State, like many others, is lacking significant indicators of the existence of the 30-year United Nations programme,...[+186 chars] 2025-01-28T02:58:22 SIFC-backed reforms aim to slash gas sector debt by Rs71 billion annually Monitoring Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/01/28/sifc-backed-reforms-aim-to-slash-gas-sector-debt-by-rs71-billion-annually https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/gass.jpg PK en The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has spearheaded key reforms in the energy sector. Private gas companies are expected to reduce the circular debt burden by Rs71 billion annually. The reforms are also anticipated to generate $46 million (approximately Rs12.81 billion) in sales tax revenue, further strengthening government finances. The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has spearheaded key reforms in the energy sector, enabling private gas companies to reduce the circular debt burden by Rs71 billion annually, accordi...[+1575 chars] 2025-01-28T02:48:40 Here's why Costco will eventually drop DEI, says activist investor Fox Business https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/here-s-why-costco-will-eventually-drop-dei-says-activist-investor-47dd74e216fb4b98df74940c90e33479a1fa1dd9 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/costco-dei.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1737976746&w=1200 FR en Activist shareholders rejected a challenge to Costco's diversity, equity and inclusion policies on Friday. The National Center for Public Policy Research's Free Enterprise Project (NCPR) had made a bid for Costco executives to investigate the risks the company's business posed to the bottom line, but the board of directors voted against their effort. Costco shareholders may have overwhelmingly rejected a challenge to the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion policies on Friday, but the activist investors leading the charge against the wholesa...[+810 chars] 2025-01-28T01:45:40 Private sector to lead mitigation challenges posed by climate change https://www.brecorder.com/news/40344958/private-sector-to-lead-mitigation-challenges-posed-by-climate-change https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/01/28050130ee40eb7.jpg?r=050159 PK en Pakistan needs resources for climate resilience, mitigation and adaptation. OICCI is South Asia's oldest and Pakistan's largest business chamber. It is mobilizing capital for decarbonization, promoting circular economy practices, and influencing policies that align with Pakistan government's climate action objectives. Its members aim to achieve carbon neutrality between 2040 till 2050 with a 50 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The Chamber organized Pakistan's first and only climate conference after COP27. "Climate change is Pakistan's most urgent and pressing threat, and perhaps our country's biggest opportunity to jump into a more resilient and self-reliant future. Pakistan needs resources for climate ...[+5261 chars]" 2025-01-28T01:12:00 Chuck Gray And Curt Meier Spar Over ESG Legislation, Policies https://cowboystatedaily.com/2025/01/27/chuck-gray-and-curt-meier-spar-over-esg-legislation-policies https://cowboystatedaily.imgix.net/MixCollage-27-Jan-2025-06-06-PM-9187.jpg US en The Wyoming Legislature is considering House Bill 80, which would restrict investment managers from investing in any company that supports environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies. State Treasurer Curt Meier and Secretary of State Chuck Gray oppose ESG. Meier's office invested in a 450-mile natural gas pipeline system in the Powder River Basin last year to support Wyoming's fossil fuels industries. The Wyoming Legislature is currently considering House Bill 80 , a bill that would restrict Wyoming's investment managers from investing in any company that supports environmental, social and governan...[+4117 chars] 2025-01-28T00:01:59 Schroders becomes first investor to adopt all Sustainability Disclosure Requirement labels Linus Uhlig https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4402631/schroders-investor-adopt-sustainability-disclosure-requirement-labels https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/e510f47/53c183dc-fa39-4d5b-84b6-6be41084297b/4/iw-climate-change-solar-power-032-370x229.jpg GB en Schroders is the first major investor in the UK to publicly declare its adoption of all four of the Financial Conduct Authority's Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) labels. It announced that it has adopted all four SDR labels. The company is also a member of the FCA's SDR scheme. Schroders has become the first major investor in the UK to publicly declare its adoption of all four of the Financial Conduct Authority's Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) labels, it announ...[+6 chars] 2025-01-28T00:00:00 People: Scarborough Group International; Andrew Jackson Solicitors; Haith; and more The Business Desk https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/People_Scarborough_Group_International_Andrew_Jackson_Solici https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Deb Hetherington has been appointed director of innovation ecosystems at Scarborough Group International. She is a self-employed innovation consultant and prominent figure in the North's health, tech and digital sectors. She currently holds several key roles across several different roles. Scarborough Group International (SGI), a property regeneration and placemaking specialist, has appointed Deb Hetherington as director of innovation ecosystems. A self-employed innovation consultant an...[+121 chars] 2025-01-28T00:00:00 Republican-Led States Demand Costco Ditch DEI The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/RepublicanLed_States_Demand_Costco_Ditch_DEI https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A coalition of Republican-led attorneys general representing 19 states wants Costco to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. In a Jan. 27 letter to Costco CEO Ron Vachris, the coalition urged him to do so. A coalition of attorneys general representing 19 Republican-led states has called on Costco to eliminate 'illegal and discriminatory' diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. In a Jan. 27 lett...[+49 chars] 2025-01-28T00:00:00 Statement of Transactions in Own Shares from January 20, 2025 to January 24, 2025 (Safran SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/Statement_of_Transactions_in_Own_Shares_from_January_20_2025 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Citigroup Global Markets Europe AG executed the trades pursuant to a discretionary mandate. Safran may not influence decisions related to the date, the price and the number of shares traded. C2 is Confidential Disclosure of trading in own shares from 20 January to 24 January. ) C2 - Confidential Disclosure of trading in own shares from 20/01/25 to 24/01/25 NB: The trades have been executed by Citigroup Global Markets Europe AG pursuant to a discretionary mandate pursuant t...[+98 chars] 2025-01-28T00:00:00 Supplier & Licensee Code of Conduct (Carlsberg A/S) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/Supplier_Licensee_Code_of_Conduct_Carlsberg_A_S https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Carlsberg Group is dedicated to contributing to society and the environment through ethical business practices and sustainability. This Code sets minimum standards for suppliers and licensees. The Code of Conduct is based on the Carlsborg supplier and licencee code of conduct. ) CARLSBERG SUPPLIER AND LICENSEE CODE OF CONDUCT 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 OUR COMMITMENT The Carlsberg Group is dedicated to contributing positively to society and the environment through ethical business...[+67 chars] 2025-01-28T00:00:00 Auto Industry's Expectations From Budget 2025: Check Key Demands Zeenews https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/Auto_Industrys_Expectations_From_Budget_2025_Check_Key_Deman https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Automakers want the government to provide merit-based policies to support a range of green technologies and alternative fuels. They also want allocations to facilitate electric vehicle ecosystem. . i in this regard, the government should provide a full range of policies. Automakers want the government to provide merit-based policies to support a full range of green technologies and alternative fuels besides allocations to facilitate electric vehicle ecosystem. 2025-01-28T00:00:00 Adjustment of exercise price on outstanding options and granting of share options to the Executive Management team PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/Adjustment_of_exercise_price_on_outstanding_options_and_gran https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Asetek's Board of Directors has decided to adjust the exercise prices of all outstanding option and warrant plans granted to employees as a direct effect of the terms of each respective option plan. The adjustment is effective from January 27, 2025 to January 28, 2025. "AALBORG, Denmark, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Asetek A/S (the ""Company"" or ""Asetek"") announces that its Board of Directors, on January 27, 2025, resolved to adjust the exercise prices of all outstan...[+129 chars]" 2025-01-28T00:00:00 J.S. Held Experts Examine Sustainability Investments and Headwinds in Annual Global Risk Report PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/JS_Held_Experts_Examine_Sustainability_Investments_and_Headw https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en 2025 J.S. Held Global Risk Report explores the implementation of new and existing Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) regulations across different regions. Compliance with CS3D poses significant challenges for multinational corporations, especially those selling into the EU market, as they navigate conflicting regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. JERICHO, N.Y., Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In the 2025 J.S. Held Global Risk Report, scientific, technical, financial, and risk management experts explore the implementation of new and existing Envi...[+328 chars] 2025-01-28T00:00:00 DPM Heng Swee Keat at the 16th WELT Economic Summit (Prime Minister's Office of Singapore) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/28/DPM_Heng_Swee_Keat_at_the_16th_WELT_Economic_Summit_Prime_Mi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Dr Mathias Döpfner, CEO, Axel Springer SE, is in Singapore to address champions of the business community in Germany. This year marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Singapore and Germany this year. Dr Mathias is happy to be here. ) Dr Mathias Döpfner, CEO, Axel Springer SE, Good evening. I am very happy to be here to address champions of the business community in Germany. I am particularly delighted to be here as we are celebr...[+105 chars] 2025-01-27T23:23:53 Nxu director Jessica Billingsley sells shares for $103,188 https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/nxu-director-jessica-billingsley-sells-shares-for-103-188/ar-AA1xXVVL US en Jessica Billingsley sold 353,871 shares of Nxu's Class A Common Stock on November 18, 2024 at an average price of $0.2916 per share. She also sold 147,929 shares on December 20, 2024. The company's market capitalization currently stands at $9.92 million, with the stock down about 42% year-to-date. Erin Essenmacher has been appointed as an independent director to the Board of Directors. The merger agreement with Verde Bioresins, Inc. will result in the company acquiring Verde. Jessica Billingsley, a director at Nxu, Inc. (NASDAQ:NXU), has recently sold a significant portion of her holdings in the company. According to a recent SEC filing, Billingsley sold 353,871 shares of ...[+2428 chars] 2025-01-27T23:16:50 Saga Communications Trust sells shares worth $47,048 https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/saga-communications-trust-sells-shares-worth-47-048/ar-AA1xXTct US en Edward K. Christian Trust sold 3,757 shares of Class A Common Stock worth $47,048 on January 23 and 24. Saga Communications reported a decline in net revenue by 3.5% to $28.1 million in the third quarter of 2024. The company also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share amounting to $1.6 million. DETROIT—The Edward K. Christian Trust, a significant shareholder in Saga Communications Inc . (NASDAQ:SGA), has reported the sale of shares valued at $47,048, according to a recent filing with the Sec...[+2392 chars] 2025-01-27T23:13:56 Intelligent Living faces Nasdaq minimum bid price warning https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/intelligent-living-faces-nasdaq-minimum-bid-price-warning/ar-AA1xXJP6 US en ILAG's CEO signed the SEC filing on January 27, 2025, affirming the company's receipt of the Nasdaq notification and its intent to address the issue. If ILAG fails to regain compliance within the given timeframe, it may face delisting procedures, which could impact its stock's liquidity and attractiveness to investors. The news may be of interest to investors and market watchers, as a company's ability to meet exchange listing requirements is often seen as a basic indicator of its financial health. If ILAG fails to ...[+2200 chars] 2025-01-27T23:09:37 Thread by @RINOhunter1776 on Thread Reader App https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1884015935876718603.html https://threadreaderapp.com/images/screenshots/thread/1884015935876718603.jpg US en According to RINOhunter, Marxists have infiltrated all of American institutions and manipulated uneducated Americans into their reform movements by using emotionally charged language and promotion of victimhood. The effect was EXACTLY what we are fighting against now from unhinged Leftists that Conservatives and RINOs turn a blind eye to. "So, let's unpack this so that no one can say we're being alarmists or conspiracy theorists. Marxists have indeed infiltrated all of our American institutions & it was planned: 🧵🪡 https://twitter.com/r...[+3612 chars]" 2025-01-27T22:40:00 SEC OKs Nasdaq's Request to Scrap Corporate Board Diversity Rule Bill Pan https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/sec-oks-nasdaqs-request-to-scrap-corporate-board-diversity-rule-5799527 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2021/12/01/NASDAQ-20211207-Reuters-700x420.jpg US en The SEC has approved Nasdaq's request to rescind a rule that would impose diversity quotas on the boards of companies listed on the exchange. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled 9-8 that the SEC lacked the authority to approve the Nasdaq rule. The change will come into effect on Feb. 4. "The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Nasdaq's request to rescind a rule that would impose diversity quotas on the boards of companies listed on the exchange. In a Jan. 24 The Unde...[+2329 chars]" 2025-01-27T22:38:23 Final nail in the coffin for ESG Aiden Buzzetti https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/jan/27/final-nail-coffin-esg https://twt-thumbs.washtimes.com/media/image/2025/01/27/B3buzzettiLGESG_c0-711-1600-1644_s1200x700.jpg?185b40f8cd2ef1b5580547cfdc9632df537d44c3 US en In the first weeks of 2025, six of the biggest banks quit some of the largest global net zero target-setting groups. J.P. Morgan, Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs all dropped out of the Net Zero Banking Alliance. BlackRock has retreated from Net Zero Asset Managers initiative. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton dropped his longtime review of several of them. The year kicked off with quite a political bang for conservatives. That bang has been the hammering of the final nail in the coffin for environmental, social and governance efforts by big U.S. banks a...[+4086 chars] 2025-01-27T22:11:24 Sceptre Ventures Announces Appointment of New President, Chief Executive Officer and Director https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/kevin-bottomley-mike-hodge-corporate-management-636ef0190304b6de14e4b918dd43af62 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Kevin Bottomley has been appointed as the new CEO and President of Sceptre Ventures Inc. effective January 27, 2025. Mike Hodge has resigned from those positions but will remain on the board of the directors. Sean Charland has also resigned as a director of the Company. Kevin Bottomley is an accomplished Capital Markets Advisor with a key focus on public venture capital. He has raised over $150 million for early to mid-stage ventures and has a strong network of global investors. VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / Sceptre Ventures Inc.('Sceptre' or the 'Company') (TSXV:SVP.H)(NEX:SVP.H) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Kevin Bottomley as Chief Ex...[+1683 chars] 2025-01-27T21:42:00 Norfolk Southern names Lori J. Ryerkerk to board of directors Norfolk Southern Corporation https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/norfolk-southern-names-lori-j-ryerkerk-to-board-of-directors/article_c314048b-b1b5-5a95-8d39-16016e7090ad.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/f9/3f958505-1401-5fed-be8d-e99227ac1111/67988a549b599.image.jpg?crop=1440%2C756%2C0%2C342&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Lori J. Ryerkerk has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Norfolk Southern Corporation. She brings more than three decades of global leadership experience in the energy, manufacturing, and chemical industries. Her appointment expands the Board to 14 members. ATLANTA, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) has appointed Lori J. Ryerkerk, former chairman, chief executive officer, and president of Celanese Corp., to the Board ...[+737 chars] 2025-01-27T21:29:48 NYK Group Launches CO2 Removal Initiative, Targets 100,000-Ton Emissions Cut by 2030 Mike Schuler https://gcaptain.com/nyk-group-launches-co2-removal-initiative-targets-100000-ton-emissions-cut-by-2030 https://gcaptain.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/2016-10-31T032629Z_137414398_S1BEUKBJNHAA_RTRMADP_3_JAPAN-SHIPPERS.jpg US en Japanese shipping giant NYK Group announced today its strategic implementation of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technology as part of its comprehensive plan to reduce Scope 1 emissions. The company plans to begin procuring CDR credits in fiscal 2025, specifically targeting'removal' credits rather than reduction or avoidance alternatives. This strategic approach aims to retire 100,000 tons of emissions by 2030. "Japanese shipping giant NYK Group announced today its strategic implementation of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technology as part of its comprehensive plan to reduce Scope 1 emissions. The initiative,...[+1606 chars]" 2025-01-27T21:03:27 How Will Biglaw Firms Handle Their DEI Efforts Without Incurring Trump's Wrath? Staci Zaretsky https://abovethelaw.com/2025/01/how-will-biglaw-firms-handle-their-dei-efforts-without-incurring-trumps-wrath https://abovethelaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/donald-trump-GettyImages-1152627372.jpg US en Kent Zimmermann, principal at legal strategy firm Zeughauser Group, talks about how Biglaw firms will handle their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives going forward. Staci Zaretsky is a senior editor at Above the Law. She'd love to hear from you. "(Photo by) Ed. note : Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day . I think the question is less about how committed most law firms are to diversity and inclusion and more so how they frame their v...[+1289 chars]" 2025-01-27T21:00:54 STOSSEL: American businesses walking back from virtue signalling John Stossel https://torontosun.com/opinion/columnists/stossel-american-businesses-walking-back-from-virtue-signalling https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Disney-Plus-files-Aug20.jpg CA en 'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years ago. Most funds promoting'sustainable investment' did worse than the market. Al Gore made money peddling climate change hysteria. Intel is cutting thousands of jobs and Intel's website lists'sustainability goals' and 'opportunities for innovation' "Fans are reflected in a Disney+ logo during the Walt Disney D23 Expo in Anaheim, Calif., Sept. 9, 2022. Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON / AFP / FILES / Getty Images 'Sustainability' investments became popu...[+6645 chars]" 2025-01-27T20:15:00 Marc Andreessen Roasts BlackRock's Larry Fink For Backpedaling On 'Retarded' ESG Policies Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/political/marc-andreesen-roasts-blackrocks-larry-fink-backpedaling-retarded-esg-policies https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-01/andree.JPG?h=edec5639&itok=yZvMr2aU BG en Venture capitalist Marc Andreessen mocks BlackRock CEO Larry Fink for leading Wall Street's push into adopting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment principles. The $11.6 trillion asset manager has backtracked over the past year. Andreessen believes the new Administration will take rapid action on many fronts. Billionaire venture capitalist Marc Andreessen mocked BlackRock CEO Larry Fink for spearheading Wall Street's push into adopting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment principles, only...[+4715 chars] 2025-01-27T20:13:00 Budget 2025: Nasscom calls for measures to boost deep tech and startup growth TIMESOFINDIA.COM https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/budget-2025-nasscom-calls-for-measures-to-boost-deep-tech-and-startup-growth/articleshow/117609539.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117609514,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-11010,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en India's leading IT industry body, Nasscom, has called for government support in the upcoming Union Budget. The recommendations focus on boosting the startup ecosystem, expanding the scope of SEZ reinvestment reserves, and addressing issues under the transfer pricing regime. A key demand is extending the deferment of tax on Employee Stock Option Plans to all DPIIT-recognised startups. "India's leading IT industry body, Nasscom, has called for government support in the upcoming Union Budget. This includes the creation of a central deep tech fund and reforms to safe harbour rules and ...[+2462 chars]" 2025-01-27T20:12:35 Dream Unlimited Corp. Q4 2024 Financial Results Release Date, Webcast and Conference Call Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/dream-unlimited-corp-q4-2024-financial-results-release-date-webcast-and-conference-call https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250127336723r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Dream Unlimited Corp. will be releasing its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, on February 25, 2025. Senior management will be hosting a conference call to discuss the financial results. Participants may join the conference call by audio or webcast. "Article content TORONTO — Dream Unlimited Corp. (TSX: DRM) ('Dream') will be releasing its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Senior management w...[+146 chars]" 2025-01-27T19:53:15 Costco shareholders double down on DEI practices Patrick Djordjevic https://www.yahoo.com/news/costco-shareholders-double-down-dei-195315781.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsnation_articles_600/24cb147f28d90f9d27a544d3e9cf5aa1 US en Shareholders voted 98% against the proposal that urged management to look into the business risk of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. President Donald Trump has already issued executive orders ending DEI in the federal government and affirmative action in federal contracting. Target announced it was ending various DEI programs on Friday. "(NewsNation) — Costco shareholders resoundingly voted down a proposal that urged management to look into the business risk of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The National Center for...[+1239 chars]" 2025-01-27T19:50:34 DEI In 2025: Should Companies Double Down Or Pivot To New Priorities? Jason Wingard https://www.forbes.com/sites/jasonwingard/2025/01/27/dei-in-2025-should-companies-double-down-or-pivot-to-new-priorities https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6797c8c2745fab1c96a8d67e/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are caught in the crossfire of shifting political, economic, and social pressures. Trump's re-election in 2024 signaled a resurgence of policies and rhetoric challenging DEI efforts at both governmental and corporate levels. Some organizations have scaled back DEI investments, citing political pressures and financial constraints. Others have doubled down on these initiatives, citing clear business advantages, cultural alignment, and long-term growth opportunities. "Research indicates that corporate teams are proven to be more innovative, productive, and successful ... [+] when composed of diverse members. What's at Stake for DEI in 2025? What happens when divers...[+6237 chars]" 2025-01-27T19:42:04 Superior Plus Announces Timing of 2024 Fourth Quarter & Year-End Results Conference Call and Webcast Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/superior-plus-announces-timing-of-2024-fourth-quarter-year-end-results-conference-call-and-webcast https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250127484625r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Superior Plus Corp. expects to release its 2024 fourth quarter and year-end results on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 after market. The conference call and webcast will be held at 8:30 AM EST on Thursday, February 27, 2025. It will be available live and for replay on Superior's website at: TORONTO — Superior Plus Corp. (' Superior ' or ' the company') (TSX: SPB) expects to release its 2024 fourth quarter and year-end results on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 after market. A conference cal...[+347 chars] 2025-01-27T18:20:07 What Davos delegates missed when they discussed green finance for business Michael Harrison https://theconversation.com/what-davos-delegates-missed-when-they-discussed-green-finance-for-business-248208 https://images.theconversation.com/files/644658/original/file-20250124-15-dtlnu8.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C576%2C5997%2C2998&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en This year's World Economic Forum in Davos focused on climate change. Human-caused climate change has cost the planet US$3.6 trillion (£2.9 trillion) in damage since 2000. Donald Trump's decision to abandon the Paris Agreement was a key topic at Davos. Businesses should take the lead, with the aid of finance from banks, in mitigating the risks of climate change, say the economists. Every year, leaders from politics and business come together with economists, investors and even celebrities at the World Economic Forum in the Swiss resort of Davos. One of the five key themes of thi...[+5662 chars] 2025-01-27T18:16:00 Int'l delegation to explore Mormugao port's green shipping incentives Newton Sequeira https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/intl-delegation-to-explore-mormugao-ports-green-shipping-incentives/articleshow/117607513.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117607531,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-1798,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en A delegation of the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) will visit Mormugao port in Goa on Feb 27. They want to discuss the environmental ship index initiative and explore its implementation across global ports. The port launched the Harit Shrey programme offering Green Ship incentives in Oct 2023 to reward ships that have lower carbon footprints. Since the scheme was launched, just eight vessels have qualified and Rs 92,000 has been offered to operators. "Panaji: A delegation of the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) has decided to visit Mormugao port to understand the Mormugao Port Authority 's (MPA) role in 'decarbonising ports an...[+1853 chars]" 2025-01-27T17:55:00 Congress Investigating 'Numerous Instances' Of Banks Blacklisting Conservatives Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/political/congress-investigating-numerous-instances-banks-blacklisting-conservatives https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-01/james-comer-2-700x420.jpeg?h=b7fb795e&itok=ZcS-2WJO BG en The House Oversight Committee is investigating if US banks are discriminating against conservatives. Bank of America denied a claim by President Donald Trump, who admonished the bank's CEO Brian Moynihan at the World Economic Forum. First Lady Melania Trump has been debanked due to her political beliefs. The House Oversight Committee is now investigating 'numerous instances' of US banks discriminating against conservatives, after Bank of America denied a claim by President Donald Trump, who admonished...[+4842 chars] 2025-01-27T17:45:15 Ancora Pushes for Major Changes at U.S. Steel Amid Merger Drama Shanti Putri https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ancora-pushes-major-changes-u-174515058.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/56295b8ed2fa9419b7aad1477021ffee US en Ancora Catalyst Institutional LP disclosed their 0.18% stake in U.S. Steel (NYSE:X) on January 27, 2025. Ancora wants to eliminate Nippon Steel from the possible merger deal and revamp the board of directors. The upcoming annual shareholders meeting will be crucial in determining the future of the company. January 27, 2025 - Investor activist Ancora Catalyst Institutional LP disclosed their 0.18% stake in U.S. Steel (NYSE:X) on January 27, 2025. And the announcement came with Ancora's request to elimina...[+1227 chars] 2025-01-27T17:32:08 Climate change mitigation plan sets the stage for emission reductions Matthew Sitler https://www.bayshorebroadcasting.ca/2025/01/27/climate-change-mitigation-plan-sets-the-stage-for-emission-reductions https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/2522/files/2021/01/image005.png CA en Gravenhurst council members endorsed the town's Corporate Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Regional Climate Change Mitigation Plan. The plan contains emission reduction targets for the years ahead, including a short-term target of a 30 percent to 40 percent reduction from 2018 levels for all corporate emissions by 2030 and a long-term goal of net zero by 2050. To be successful, the plan calls for significant investments in the coming years, including municipal facility retrofits and a shift to EVs for the town fleet. "Gravenhurst council members, at their Jan. 21 meeting, endorsed the town's Corporate Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Regional Climate Change Mitigation Plan. Prepared with assistance from Tatham Engineer...[+1329 chars]" 2025-01-27T17:03:33 Regulated information - Disclosure of share buy-back transactions completed from 20.01.2025 to 24.01.2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/regulated-information-disclosure-of-share-buy-back-transactions-completed-from-20012025-to-24012025/2045364 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/28/525456.png PH en SPIE discloses the transactions completed from 20 January 2025 to 24 January 2025 under the share buyback programme. SPIE achieved in 2023 consolidated revenue of €8.7 billion and consolidated EBITA of €584 million. The company is committed to achieving the energy transition and responsible digital transformation alongside its customers. In compliance with share buyback regulations, in particular Regulation (EU) 2016/1052, SPIE discloses the following transactions completed from 20 January 2025 to 24 January 2025 under the share buyba...[+541 chars] 2025-01-27T16:59:59 Misaligned Incentives and Global Disparities in Climate Action SAT Articles https://southafricatoday.net/business/misaligned-incentives-and-global-disparities-in-climate-action https://i0.wp.com/southafricatoday.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Chris-Blair-CEO-at-21st-Century-696x464-1.webp?ssl=1 ZA en According to 2025 GECN Global Trends in Stakeholder Incentives Report, 65% of global companies now incorporate environmental measures into their incentive programs, but only 46% of companies reported a decrease in emissions over the past year. European and UK companies lead in incorporating LTIs, with 68% and 56% respectively, compared to just 10% in the US. South Africa has made strides in embedding climate measures in incentive plans, but it lags behind Europe and the UK. 'In this article, we take a deep dive into one ESG dimension: climate. What metrics are companies using to measure their progress on climate mitigation? To what extent are they leveraging their remune...[+9358 chars] 2025-01-27T16:53:35 Here's why Costco will eventually drop DEI, says activist investor David Spector https://nypost.com/2025/01/27/business/why-costco-will-eventually-drop-dei-activist-investor https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/costco-dei.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1737976746&w=1024 US en Activists from the National Center for Public Policy Research's Free Enterprise Project (NCPR) made a challenge to Costco's diversity, equity, and inclusion policies on Friday. Ninety-eight percent of Costco's shareholder voted against NCPR's proposal. The grocery club chain's board of directors unanimously came out against their effort. Costco shareholders may have overwhelmingly rejected a challenge to the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion policies on Friday, but the activist investors leading the charge against the wholesa...[+2862 chars] 2025-01-27T16:32:17 Sustainable Fund Inflows Halve as ESG Falls out of Favor Virginia Furness https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/sustainable-funds-esg/2025/01/27/id/1196673 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=506c11d0-6179-481e-a1e1-50e076745155&SiteName=Newsmax US en Money flowing into global sustainable funds shrank by half in 2024. In Europe closures of such funds outpaced new launches as anti-ESG sentiment and subpar returns dulled the appeal of the investment strategy. In the U.S., investors pulled $19.6 billion from sustainable funds in the last nine quarters. Money flowing into global sustainable funds shrank by half in 2024 and in Europe closures of such funds outpaced new launches, as anti-ESG sentiment and subpar returns dulled the appeal of the investm...[+2044 chars] 2025-01-27T16:06:43 Sustainable funds market inflows halve as ESG falls out of favour list.metadata.agency https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/sustainable-funds-market-inflows-halve-as-esg-falls-out-of-favour-11737994004054.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/06/1600x900/market3_1733466045716_1733466057117.png IN en Inflows to global sustainable funds plunged $36 billion last year. Investors pulled $19.6 billion from US sustainable funds in 2024. In Europe, 351 fund closures outpace 235 new launches of sustainable funds. The funds' best quarter for inflows came at the end of 2024 with $18.5 billion of inflows. * Inflows to ESG funds smallest since 2018 * Investors pull $19.6 bln from US sustainable funds * In Europe, 351 fund closures outpace 235 launches By Virginia Furness LONDON, - Money flowing into glo...[+2312 chars] 2025-01-27T16:00:00 Barclays bank Oxford protested by Extinction Rebellion Madeleine Evans https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/24887628.barclays-bank-oxford-protested-extinction-rebellion https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/resources/images/19018876.jpg?type=og-image GB en "The Oxford branch of the environmentalist action group protested at Barclays in Cornmarket on Saturday, January 25, because of the chain's fossil fuel investments. The bank announced in February last year that it would no longer provide direct oil and gas project funding and aims to reduce the ""emissions intensity"" of its power portfolio by 30 per cent by 2025." "The Oxford branch of the environmentalist action group protested at Barclays in Cornmarket on Saturday, January 25, because of the chain's fossil fuel investments. A group of protesters staged singing...[+2118 chars]" 2025-01-27T15:55:36 Schroders to adopt all four SDR labels for 16 funds Darius McQuaid https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/schroders-to-adopt-all-four-sdr-labels-for-16-funds https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2023/06/27170543/shutterstock_2142255221.jpg GB en Schroders is set to adopt all four of the Financial Conduct Authority's Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) labels for 16 of its funds. Cazenove Capital is the high-net-worth wealth-management business of Schroders. SDR aims to improve the trust and transparency of sustainable investment products and minimise greenwashing. "Schroders has announced it is set to adopt all four of the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) labels for 16 of its funds. All four 'Sustainability Focus',...[+2473 chars]" 2025-01-27T15:15:12 Finance ministry invites applications for Sebi chief as Madhabi Puri Buch's term nears end Neha Joshi https://www.livemint.com/market/finance-ministry-invites-applications-for-sebi-chief-as-madhabi-puri-buch-term-nears-end-11737984168941.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/27/1600x900/PTI07-24-2023-000199B-0_1690957401565_1737990551384.jpg IN en Madhabi Puri Buch is the current chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi). She is the first woman to head the market regulator and the first without being an IAS officer. Buch's tenure as Sebi chairperson will be remembered for reforms that strengthened the integrity and efficiency of India's financial markets. The Ministry of Finance's Department of Economic Affairs has invited applications for the post of chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) as the term of the current chair Madh...[+6422 chars] 2025-01-27T14:23:00 Budget 2025: Tech industry pushes for deeptech funding and safe harbour reforms and more TOI Tech Desk https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/budget-2025-tech-industry-pushes-for-deeptech-funding-and-safe-harbour-reforms-and-more/articleshow/117602472.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117602873,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-70132,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en The Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26 is scheduled to be presented on February 1, 2025. The IT industry is calling for significant changes to support innovation and growth. The National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom) has put forth a wishlist that includes the creation of a central deeptech fund and tweaks to the safe harbour rules' threshold. "As the Union Budget 2025 approaches, the tech industry is voicing its demands for significant changes to support innovation and growth. The National Association of Software and Service Companies ( Nas...[+1855 chars]" 2025-01-27T14:18:21 Traffic Safety Council board, management sign corporate integrity pledge Freeman Razemba https://www.herald.co.zw/traffic-safety-council-board-management-sign-corporate-integrity-pledge https://www.herald.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/download-3.png ZW en Zimbabwe Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe's board and management have signed the corporate integrity pledge. It reaffirms their commitment to combating corruption and promoting transparency and accountability. The signing ceremony was overseen by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) chairperson, Mr Michael Reza. "Senior Reporter The Zimbabwe Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TSCZ) board and management have signed the corporate integrity pledge, reaffirming their commitment to combating corruption and promoti...[+1487 chars]" 2025-01-27T13:39:51 Bloomage Joins the United Nations Global Compact Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/27/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/bloomage-joins-the-united-nations-global-compact/2045139 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/27/525144.jpg PH en Bloomage joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). UNGC is the world's largest sustainable economy initiative under the UN Secretariat. Bloomage is a global leader in hyaluronic acid and other bioactive innovations. It serves more than 4,000 customers in over 70 countries. "PARSIPPANY, N.J. , Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomage, a global leader in hyaluronic acid and other bioactive innovations, officially joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). This commitme...[+2303 chars]" 2025-01-27T12:09:10 ‘This Is Unheard Of': Congress Now Investigating ‘Numerous Instances' of Banks ‘Debanking' Conservatives https://freedomfirstnetwork.com/this-is-unheard-of-congress-now-investigating-numerous-instances-of-banks-debanking-conservatives https://freedomfirstnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ultra-MAGA.jpg US en Maria Bartiromo asked House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer if U.S. banks are debanking conservatives. Comer confirmed that there are numerous instances of conservatives being debanked by the banks. Trump was debanked twice by two Florida-based financial institutions. He called out Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan. "(WND)—In the wake of President's Donald Trump's assertion that U.S. banks are debanking Americans with conservative political views, Congress is now investigating. The matter was discussed on 'Sunday ...[+13811 chars]" 2025-01-27T12:02:41 EnviroGold Global Announces Strategic Alliance with Global Leader Fraser Alexander to Collaborate on Sustainable Mining Projects Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/envirogold-global-announces-strategic-alliance-with-global-leader-fraser-alexander-to-collaborate-on-sustainable-mining-projects https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTM0Nzc2MCM2NzIwNjU1IzIwODk1NTU= CA en EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) has executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a global strategic alliance with Fraser Alexander to advance sustainable mining solutions for existing and potential customers. TORONTO, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a clean technology company that monetises mine waste and tai...[+271 chars] 2025-01-27T11:57:38 Scaling Sustainable Cities: Godrej's Vision for a Low-Carbon Future Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3241159-scaling-sustainable-cities-godrejs-vision-for-a-low-carbon-future https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/15_07_2024_12_22_32_7761337.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Godrej Design Lab has released a report aiming to transform India's building sector. The report presents a blueprint for decarbonizing built environments. It is endorsed by Godrej Enterprises' Executive Director Nyrika Holkar. The roadmap calls for comprehensive collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, and consumers. In an ambitious stride towards sustainability, Godrej Design Lab has released a groundbreaking report aiming to transform India's building sector. Unveiled at Conscious Collective 2024, the report pre...[+898 chars] 2025-01-27T11:40:03 Majority of Cypriot consumers value sustainable businesses, study shows Cyprus Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/Majority_of_Cypriot_consumers_value_sustainable_businesses_s https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/[] US en Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria are important factors when shaping a company's strategy and brand image, according to the results of a survey by Action Global Communications conducted in Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates. Companies which adopt and clearly communicate their ESG commitments are in a better position to build trust and loyalty. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria are important factors when shaping a company's strategy and brand image, according to the results of survey by Action Global Communications.The stu...[+286 chars] 2025-01-27T11:35:42 U. S. Steel Reiterates Commitment to Maximizing Value for Stockholders Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/u-s-steel-reiterates-commitment-to-maximizing-value-for-stockholders/article_42886a6b-e189-5d80-9587-08c412a2528f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Ancora Catalyst Institutional, LP has submitted a list of nine nominees to stand for election to the U.S. Steel Board of Directors at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Ancora has a reported 0.18% stake in the Company. "PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 27, 2025-- United States Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) ('U. S. Steel' or the 'Company') today issued the following statement in response to the submission by Ancora Cata...[+13338 chars]" 2025-01-27T11:28:58 🔒 The unsurprising DEI ‘vibe shift' in Davos: Beth Kowitt Editor Biz News https://www.biznews.com/global-citizen/2025/01/27/dei-vibe-shift-davos-beth-kowitt https://www.biznews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Trump-at-WEF.png ZA en Trump urges investigations into companies' DEI practices. Many corporations scale back DEI efforts under right-wing pressure. Some CEOs continue to defend DEI at Davos despite changing trends. The seventh BizNews Conference is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. "Trump urges investigations into companies' DEI practices. into companies' DEI practices. Many corporations scale back DEI efforts under right-wing pressure. efforts under right-wing pressure. Some CEO...[+4713 chars]" 2025-01-27T11:22:41 Majority of Cypriot consumers value sustainable businesses, study shows Kyriacos Nicolaou https://cyprus-mail.com/2025/01/27/majority-of-cypriot-consumers-value-sustainable-businesses-study-shows https://cyprus-mail.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/sustainable-banking-finance-investment-ESG-bank-green.jpg CY en According to Action Global Communications, 95% of respondents in Cyprus believe it is essential for companies to prioritise environmental sustainability in their operations. 60% of participants think a company's commitment to ESG practices can enhance its reputation, while 50% say it can strengthen brand loyalty. "ESG practices key to improving brand image Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria are important factors when shaping a company's strategy and brand image, according to the results of sur...[+2212 chars]" 2025-01-27T11:18:54 Is this the end for boardroom virtue signalling? Chris Blackhurst https://www.standard.co.uk/business/esg-trump-dei-maga-oil-diversity-woke-b1207321.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2023/03/09/08/09075500-374526b3-a921-49a5-8784-02d8b58f387b.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en Mark Zuckerberg is ending fact-checking at Meta and he stepped forward as co-host for a black-tie reception for the new White House occupant. Meta will no longer install tampon machines in its men's toilets. Walmart is phasing out references to diversity supplier programmes, closing a racial equality centre and withdrawing from a gay rights index. Some of the biggest and until recently PC names on Wall Street, including JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, are publicly rowing back. Jamie Dimon, head of JP Morgan, arguably America's and the...[+975 chars] 2025-01-27T11:11:56 MSIG names RiskPoint Group as MGA for its Singaporean unit Global Data https://finance.yahoo.com/news/msig-names-riskpoint-group-mga-111156909.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/VUpIOZuk_MmoAFWZ8B8v2w--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/life_insurance_international_186/d23bb09c91c38f6f697a8cb6258f6160 US en RiskPoint Group has been appointed as managing general agent of MSIG Singapore. The aim is to advance renewable energy insurance in the Asia-Pacific region. RiskPoint and MSIG have been working together since 2008 in Europe. Last month, MSIG became the official insurance partner of ASEAN United FC club events. "General insurer MSIG Asia has appointed RiskPoint Group as MSIG Singapore's managing general agent (MGA), with approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The aim is to advance renewable ...[+2358 chars]" 2025-01-27T10:52:00 Gender Balance Directive comes into effect Times https://timesofmalta.com/article/gender-balance-directive-comes-effect.1104188 https://cdn-attachments.timesofmalta.com/e4c4bc8c217a38b443c5404fe17d65368d754238-1737723170-22120054-1200x630.jpeg MT en The Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive has entered force. It aims to improve gender representation on the boards of listed companies across all EU Member States. EU adopts law to transform access to health data. Social media platforms have signed a revised voluntary EU code aimed at tackling hate speech. "The Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive has officially entered force, targeting improved gender representation on the boards of listed companies across all EU Member States. The Directive est...[+4269 chars]" 2025-01-27T10:45:45 A major new Australian law is set to crack down on the ways businesses operate: 'Key to building trust and driving meaningful action' Kritiksha Sharma https://www.yahoo.com/news/major-australian-law-set-crack-104545800.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/nq4olUZHihGxE8TN7eoMDw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/fefc649298ba46630c2d0554fb627bd5 US en A new law in Australia requires corporations to report on their pollution and climate change risks. The scope of the law will expand by 2027 to include not-for-profits and investment trusts with over $5 billion in assets. It's a call to action for businesses to lead in climate resilience. A recently introduced groundbreaking law is all set to change the way Australia's largest corporations operate, prioritizing transparency in their pollution output and reporting subsequent potential c...[+2762 chars] 2025-01-27T10:22:59 Action Global Comms survey: ESG key to brand success, consumer choices https://cyprus-mail.com/2025/01/27/action-global-communications-survey-esg-key-to-brand-success-consumer-choices https://cyprus-mail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ENGLISH.jpg CY en Action Global Communications conducted a survey on public attitudes toward Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices and their impact on brand reputation and consumer behaviour. The survey focused on the views of a diverse audience aged 18+. It was designed to explore the significance of ESG in modern brand strategy and to understand how evolving public expectations influence consumer loyalty. Action Global Communications has released insightful findings from a recent large-scale survey conducted across the UAE, Cyprus, Greece and Bulgaria, shedding light on public attitudes toward Environm...[+3535 chars] 2025-01-27T10:20:54 Want policies that incentivise investment in advanced recycling technologies: Makarand Kulkarni, CEO, revalyu Resources DH Web Desk https://www.deccanherald.com/business/union-budget/union-budget-2025-want-policies-that-incentivise-investment-in-advanced-recycling-technologies-makarand-kulkarni-ceo-revalyu-resources-3374681 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-01-27%2F8760h087%2F0.jpg?rect=0%2C0%2C607%2C319&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en 'We urge the government to introduce comprehensive guidelines for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) that prioritize high-quality recycling methods like chemical recycling,' he said. 'We want them to prioritize high quality recycling methods such as chemical recycling. ” 'We urge the government to introduce comprehensive guidelines for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) that prioritize high-quality recycling methods like chemical recycling,' he said. 2025-01-27T09:49:24 Big Banks Must Prove They're Serious About Serving the Many and Not Just the Demands of Climate Alarmists Energy Security https://energysecurityfreedom.substack.com/p/big-banks-must-prove-theyre-serious https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F750f2c05-c58a-447c-b1a0-6032a7aefa2a_1200x800.heic US en BlackRock is the latest financial institution to withdraw from the UN's Net-Zero alliance. Jason Isaac at American Energy Works criticizes the hypocrisy of these institutions. He argues that the ESG movement prioritizes activism over fiduciary duty and financial stability. He also argues that it erodes the competitive principles that drive innovation and prosperity. "Guest Post from Jason Isaac at American Energy Works. Financial institutions across the world are engaging in the height of hypocrisy, publicly renouncing controversial groups while continuing to upho...[+4778 chars]" 2025-01-27T09:45:08 EMA Shifts Digital Platform from X to Bluesky Amid Content Concerns Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3240965-ema-shifts-digital-platform-from-x-to-bluesky-amid-content-concerns https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/29_02_2020_16_56_48_7796591.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Medicines Agency has discontinued posting on the social media platform X, opting for Bluesky instead. This follows similar moves by Germany's foreign and defense ministries, and the British publisher, the Guardian, as concerns mount over content issues and the political activities of X's owner Elon Musk. The European Medicines Agency (EMA) announced on Monday its decision to discontinue posting on the social media platform X, opting for Bluesky instead. This transition reflects growing concerns regard...[+889 chars] 2025-01-27T09:37:41 NESG Appoints ED For Centre New Telegraph https://newtelegraphng.com/nesg-appoints-ed-for-centre https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Screenshot_20250127-103436.jpg NG en Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) appoints Uchenna Ogbonna as executive director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre for Legislative Reforms and Economic Development. The centre aims to promote legislative, regulatory and judicial reforms to enhance economic competitiveness and improve Nigeria's business environment. "Share Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has appointed Mr. Uchenna Ogbonna as executive director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre for Legislative Reforms and Economic Development. Ogbonna becomes the ...[+1418 chars]" 2025-01-27T09:10:06 Auditors get tougher guidelines on judging firms' environmental claims Simon Jessop https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/auditors-get-tougher-guidelines-judging-firms-environmental-claims-2025-01-27 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/HHTHXVKMCBOVFA6W3BS5JGM25U.jpg?auth=0b30613238bc86f3332d9469a350088944aa39c21dc4e9a7679d398cd7ce9c05&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en IAASB and IESBA issue new guidance to auditors. Aim is to help build trust, combat 'greenwashing' and increase rigour and consistency. 34 of the world's biggest auditors have said they will adopt the guidance. Around 130 countries have already adopted the guidelines for financial reporting. "Summary IAASB and IESBA issue new guidance to auditors Aim is to help build trust, combat 'greenwashing' 34 biggest auditors expected to adopt guidance - IESBA Chair LONDON, Jan 27 (Reuters) - Interna...[+2480 chars]" 2025-01-27T09:00:34 Why an activist investor says the battle against Costco DEI regime isn't over David Spector https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/why-an-activist-investor-says-the-battle-against-costco-dei-regime-isn-t-over/ar-AA1xVpkn US en Activist investors are challenging Costco's diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. Ninety-eight percent of Costco's shareholder voted against NCPR's proposal. Costco is a high-profile holdout from the rising tide of companies rolling back or abandoning their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies. Costco shareholders may have overwhelmingly rejected a challenge to the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion policies on Friday, but the activist investors leading the charge against the wholesa...[+5755 chars] 2025-01-27T08:02:40 Will Union Budget 2025 spur BFSI sector to usher in direct tax reforms? https://www.firstpost.com/business/will-union-budget-2025-spur-bfsi-sector-to-usher-in-direct-tax-reforms-13856719.html https://images.firstpost.com/uploads/2024/04/Untitled-design-2024-04-02T163248.760-2024-04-3bae01acafe3d592db70be0eaa2cb97a.jpg?im=FitAndFill=(1200,675) IN en As the Union Budget 2025 nears, the BFSI sector hopes for tax reforms that could boost innovation, profits and sustainable growth. There are few expectations on direct tax reforms from the sector. They include a special tax rate for BFSIs focusing on fintech solutions such as digital payments, blockchain, AI-driven banking services and digital lending platforms aimed at financial inclusion. "As the Union Budget 2025 nears, the BFSI sector hopes for tax reforms that could boost innovation, profits and sustainable growth read more As we approach the 2025 Union Budget, the banking, financial...[+4453 chars]" 2025-01-27T07:55:39 Biocon board approves raising Rs 570 cr via issuance of commercial papers Daily Excelsior https://www.dailyexcelsior.com/biocon-board-approves-raising-rs-570-cr-via-issuance-of-commercial-papers https://cdndailyexcelsior.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Bicon.jpg IN en Biocon Ltd's board has approved raising Rs 570 crore through issuance of commercial papers on private placement basis. The company achieved an S&P Global ESG Score of 69 in 2024, up 6 points from 63 in 2023. This places the company in the 98th percentile among its global biotechnology industry peers. "NEW DELHI, Jan 27: Biocon Ltd on Monday said its board has approved raising Rs 570 crore through issuance of commercial papers on private placement basis. The decision was taken at the company's board...[+606 chars]" 2025-01-27T07:48:18 Bureau Veritas - Statement Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/Bureau_Veritas_Statement_e https://i.ytimg.com/vi/w4nGMfAYY58/0.jpg US en Bureau Veritas and SGS had been discussing a potential business combination. Today, Bureau Veritas announced that these discussions have stopped. -   - . in a statement issued on January 15th, 2025, they communicated that they had engaged in discussions with regards to a potential combination. In a statement issued on January 15th, 2025, Bureau Veritas and SGS communicated that they had engaged in discussions with regards to a potential business combination.Today, Bureau Veritas announces t...[+38 chars] 2025-01-27T07:44:19 The New Year 2025 Unfolds: Egg-quity Index Urges Global Accountability in Cage-Free Egg Commitments by ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/The_New_Year_2025_Unfolds_Eggquity_Index_Urges_Global_Accoun https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/[] US en The Egg-quity Index highlights the importance of cage-free commitment and calls out companies. 2025 is the deadline for companies to commit to be cage free by 2025 or risk losing their status.    . e. As the 2025 deadline approaches, the Egg-quity Index underscores the importance of equitable and transparent cage-free commitment and calls out companies 2025-01-27T07:43:19 Biocon Secures Rs 570 Crore Through Private Placement Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3240797-biocon-secures-rs-570-crore-through-private-placement https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/29_02_2020_19_19_41_2821142.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Biocon Ltd plans to raise Rs 570 crore through the issuance of commercial papers on a private placement basis. Biocon achieved a 69 in S&P Global's Corporate Sustainability Assessment for 2024, positioning it in the top 98th percentile among global biotech peers. "Biocon Ltd has revealed plans to raise Rs 570 crore through the issuance of commercial papers on a private placement basis, a decision ratified in its latest board meeting as per regulatory filings. C...[+433 chars]" 2025-01-27T07:29:37 If companies want to pay us to help the environment, great – but we need to check their bona fides Andrew Bergin https://www.independent.ie/farming/comment/if-companies-want-to-pay-us-to-help-the-environment-great-but-we-need-to-check-their-bona-fides/a1491909053.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/04d3ysZvUTdGnLatfh8IK53bf58=/0x0:3238x2158/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/a54d6dc7-c290-4cc9-96e0-b5bba1f403b5/f9788982-def9-46c5-a7b0-178f262caeae/a54d6dc7-c290-4cc9-96e0-b5bba1f403b5.jpg IE en The right support from industry can help farming to help the environment. The principles of ESG – environmental, social and governance – are widely adopted by businesses and countries in the era of the 2015 Paris Climate Accord. The phrase was coined by the United Nations in the early 2000s. The right support from industry can help farming to help the environment. The principles of ESG – environmental, social and governance; a phrase coined by the United Nations in the early 2000s and wid...[+100 chars] 2025-01-27T07:22:00 Independent judgment and meritocracy: Driving growth from the boardroom PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/independent-judgment-meritocracy-driving-growth-072200749.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/c016c2be0a9570818a56e90c568a5561 US en Merritocracy is advancing as an indicator of effective governance. SM Investments Corporation recently highlighted this principle from the lens of its independent directors. Amando Tetangco, Jr., former Governor of Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, was appointed as the first independent director to hold this position in SM's history. PASAY CITY, Philippines, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Meritocracy is advancing as an indicator of effective governance, with a focus on qualifications, expertise, and independent judgment to propel o...[+3117 chars] 2025-01-27T07:15:45 ‘This Is Unheard Of': Congress Now Investigating ‘Numerous Instances' Of Banks ‘Debanking' Conservatives (Video) Joe Kovacs https://conservativefiringline.com/this-is-unheard-of-congress-now-investigating-numerous-instances-of-banks-debanking-conservatives-video https://conservativefiringline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/flags-dont-tread-on-me-gadsden-snake-serpent-conservatives-republicans-americans-tea-party-freedom-liberty-independence-day-jk.jpg US en Maria Bartiromo asked House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer if U.S. banks are debanking conservative Americans. Comer confirmed that they are investigating the matter. President Trump called out Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan during a virtual appearance at the World Economic Forum, saying he hopes they will start opening their banks to conservatives. "In the wake of President's Donald Trump's assertion that U.S. banks are debanking Americans with conservative political views, Congress is now investigating. The matter was discussed on 'Sunday Mornin...[+5390 chars]" 2025-01-27T07:07:10 ShaMaran Reports Partial Bond Repayment Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/ShaMaran_Reports_Partial_Bond_Repayment https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/[] US en "ShaMaran Petroleum Corp. will repay a portion of the 12% senior unsecured bond (ISIN NO0011057622) (the ""Bond"") on. The Company is a company trading on the TSXV and Nasdaq First North." "VANCOUVER, BC, /CNW/ - ShaMaran Petroleum Corp. (""ShaMaran"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV: SNM) (Nasdaq First North: SNM) announces that it will repay a portion of the 12% senior unsecured bond (ISIN NO0011...[+37 chars]" 2025-01-27T07:03:43 FinMin Invites Applications For New SEBI Chairperson; Madhabi Puri Buch's Tenure To End On Feb 28 Kanika Sharma https://www.newsx.com/business/finmin-invites-applications-for-new-sebi-chairperson-madhabi-puri-buchs-tenure-to-end-on-feb-28 https://www.newsx.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NirmalaFloralTributeToMahatmaGandhi.webp IN en Madhabi Puri Buch's tenure at the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) ends on February 28, 2025. Ministry of Finance invites applications for the position of SEBI Chairperson. The selected candidate will serve for a maximum of five years or until they reach the age of 65. The position offers a salary of ₹5,62,500 per month, excluding house and car. The Government of India invites applications for the position of SEBI Chairperson, as Madhabi Puri Buch's tenure ends on February 28, 2025. Learn about the role, key responsibilities, and the applicat...[+1996 chars] 2025-01-27T07:00:00 ShaMaran Reports Partial Bond Repayment Sha Maran Petroleum Corp https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/shamaran-reports-partial-bond-repayment-879183459.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2605623/ShaMaran_Petroleum_Corp__ShaMaran_Reports_Partial_Bond_Repayment.pdf?p=pdf&p=twitter CA en ShaMaran Petroleum Corp. will repay a portion of the 12% senior unsecured bond on January 30, 2025. The total outstanding amount of the Bond will be approximately $173.1 million. ShaMaran is a Canadian independent oil and gas company focused on the Kurdistan region of Iraq. "VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 27, 2025 /CNW/ - ShaMaran Petroleum Corp. (""ShaMaran"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV: SNM) (Nasdaq First North: SNM) announces that it will repay a portion of the 12% senior unsecured bon...[+4157 chars]" 2025-01-27T06:55:37 Finland stopping logging won't save global climate, says new climate minister Aleksi Teivainen https://www.helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/politics/26023-finland-stopping-logging-won-t-save-global-climate-says-new-climate-minister.html https://www.helsinkitimes.fi/images/2025/01/multala_sari-logging_in_fin.jpg FI en Sari Multala took over the role of minister of climate and the environment from Kai Mykkänen on Friday. Multala is a third-term Member of Parliament from Uusimaa. She has started in her new role by emphasising the needs of the forest industry. The majority of forests in Finland are in private ownership. "Multala on Friday outlined at a press conference that the climate crisis and biodiversity loss are 'fateful questions' for the planet that require 'effective solutions'. SARI MULTALA , a 46-year-old t...[+2683 chars]" 2025-01-27T06:45:42 Returns On Capital Are Showing Encouraging Signs At msg life ag (HMSE:MSGL) Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/returns-capital-showing-encouraging-signs-064542751.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/41bdd0c670f621394929d5266c5d6c72 US en msg life ag (HMSE:MSGL) has an ROCE of 14%, which is close to the Software industry average of 15%. Its returns on capital employed have increased substantially over the last five years to 14%. The company has decreased current liabilities to 23% of total assets, which effectively reduces the amount of funding from suppliers or short-term creditors. What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term? Ideally, a business will show two trends; firstly a growing return on capital employed...[+3569 chars] 2025-01-27T06:11:07 Bureau Veritas Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/bureau-veritas-statement-2 https://mms.businesswire.com/media/20250126660475/en/2363301/3/337px_Logo-BV_RGB-GRAY_%28transparent%29.jpg CA en Bureau Veritas and SGS had discussions about a potential business combination, but the talks did not result in an agreement. Bureau Veritas remains committed to its LEAP | 28 strategy to deliver a step change in growth and performance, targeting high single-digit total revenue growth, consistent adjusted operating margin improvement and double-digit shareholder returns. "Article content PARIS — In a statement issued on January 15th, 2025, Bureau Veritas and SGS communicated that they had engaged in discussions with regards to a potential business combination. Today, B...[+579 chars]" 2025-01-27T06:11:07 Bureau Veritas Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/bureau-veritas-statement-2 https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/edmontonjournal/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc0192.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=GO6Pejf_ZyvTiwHngVq0iw CA en Bureau Veritas and SGS have stopped business discussions with regards to a potential business combination. Bureau Veritas remains committed to its LEAP | 28 strategy to deliver a step change in growth and performance. The company's technical experts support customers to address challenges in quality, health and safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. "PARIS — In a statement issued on January 15th, 2025, Bureau Veritas and SGS communicated that they had engaged in discussions with regards to a potential business combination. Today, Bureau Veritas an...[+4116 chars]" 2025-01-27T06:11:07 Bureau Veritas Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/bureau-veritas-statement-2 https://mms.businesswire.com/media/20250126660475/en/2363301/3/337px_Logo-BV_RGB-GRAY_%28transparent%29.jpg CA en Bureau Veritas and SGS had discussions about a potential business combination, but the talks did not result in an agreement. Bureau Veritas remains committed to its LEAP | 28 strategy to deliver a step change in growth and performance, targeting high single-digit total revenue growth, consistent adjusted operating margin improvement and double-digit shareholder returns. "Article content PARIS — In a statement issued on January 15th, 2025, Bureau Veritas and SGS communicated that they had engaged in discussions with regards to a potential business combination. Today, B...[+579 chars]" 2025-01-27T06:00:00 Bureau Veritas Business Wire https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/bureau-veritas-statement-060000143.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/17e7771507d3137062194ae1301f9537 US en Bureau Veritas and SGS had discussions with regards to a potential business combination, but the discussions did not result in an agreement. Bureau Veritas remains committed to its LEAP | 28 strategy to deliver a step change in growth and performance, targeting high single-digit revenue growth, consistent adjusted operating margin improvement, double-digit shareholder returns based on EPS CAGR and dividend yield. PARIS, January 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In a statement issued on January 15th, 2025, Bureau Veritas and SGS communicated that they had engaged in discussions with regards to a potential business com...[+2260 chars] 2025-01-27T04:59:52 The Evolution of Investment Laws: Trends Shaping Global Policies Co E-EDP https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3234877-the-evolution-of-investment-laws-trends-shaping-global-policies https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/22_01_2025_17_33_43_5807689.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en UNCTAD's Investment Laws: Key Trends and Developments report offers a deep dive into the shifting landscape of global investment regulations. There are 132 active investment laws across 130 economies, with Africa and Asia leading in legal reforms. Sustainability, investor accountability, and streamlined facilitation are at the forefront of modern investment laws. The latest Investment Laws: Key Trends and Developments report, published by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), offers a deep dive into the shifting landscape of global i...[+4828 chars] 2025-01-27T04:56:00 Mongolia's SDG Finance Taxonomy: A Roadmap for Sustainable Investment Co E-EDP https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3237343-mongolias-sdg-finance-taxonomy-a-roadmap-for-sustainable-investment https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/24_01_2025_12_37_42_9594828.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The ADB, UNDP and MSFA have released a report on the Mongolia Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Finance Taxonomy Pilot. The report signals Mongolia's commitment to aligning financial systems with sustainability goals. Mongolia initially introduced a Green Taxonomy in 2019, focusing on environmentally friendly financial instruments such as renewable energy, low-carbon transport, and sustainable agriculture. However, the scope was limited, leaving gaps in financing essential social sectors such as education, healthcare, digital infrastructure, and accessible urban development. Golomt Bank and Khan Bank participated in the pilot study to assess their loan portfolios and identify sustainable financing opportunities. The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Mongolian Sustainable Finance Association (MSFA), has unveiled a groundbreaking initiati...[+4105 chars] 2025-01-27T04:48:55 ‘You would be tone-deaf' to ignore Trump's ESG backlash Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/workplace/you-would-be-tone-deaf-to-ignore-trump-s-esg-backlash-20250124-p5l6yq https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.2505%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_196%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/a4df3c52fef67bc3076aa2d9b441dc27e2feb201 AU en Jillian Broadbent is a former Reserve Bank board member and Macquarie Group director. She says companies and their boards cannot ignore the diversity and environmental backlash that has escalated after President Donald Trump's re-election. She believes companies need to devote more attention to sustainability issues when communities face a cost-of-living crisis and natural disasters. Former Reserve Bank board member and Macquarie Group director Jillian Broadbent says that Australian companies and their boards cannot ignore the diversity and environmental backlash that has escalate...[+276 chars] 2025-01-27T04:31:55 Non-rating businesses' contribution to overall revenues to double to 20% in 2-3 yrs: CareEdge Ratings Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/Nonrating_businesses_contribution_to_overall_revenues_to_dou https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/[] US en CareEdge Ratings expects revenue contribution from its non-ratings businesses to double to 20 per cent of overall revenue in the next few years. It includes analytics & advisory, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ratings, and sovereign ratings. CareEdge Ratings expects revenue contribution from its non-ratings businesses such as analytics & advisory, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ratings and sovereign ratings to double to 20 pe...[+32 chars] 2025-01-27T04:30:00 Khan can retire early by balancing equity and debt allocation in NPS, hiking SIPs in index mutual funds ET CONTRIBUTORS https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/invest/khan-can-retire-early-by-balancing-equity-and-debt-allocation-in-nps-hiking-sips-in-index-mutual-funds/articleshow/117543325.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117550525,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-74744,overlay-etwealth/articleshow.jpg IN en Have been investing in equity and hybrid funds for 4-5 years. High investments and aggressive allocation have helped build a sizeable corpus. Some SIPs will have to be increased by 5% every year. Low-cost index funds in portfolio help reduce overall fund management costs. Equity exposure is very high at 50% of portfolio. Shift from some laggard funds to hybrid schemes. "Have been investing in equity and hybrid funds for 4-5 years. High investments and aggressive allocation have helped build a sizeable corpus. Goals are ambitious, but can be reached with disciplined i...[+1502 chars]" 2025-01-27T04:22:14 Axoflow: $7 Million (Seed) Raised To Transform How Enterprises Handle Security Data Amit Chowdhry https://pulse2.com/axoflow-7-million-seed-raised-to-transform-how-enterprises-handle-security-data https://cdn.pulse2.com/cdn/2025/01/Axoflow-Logo.jpeg US en Axoflow raised $7 million seed round led by EBRD Venture Capital. Existing investors Credo Ventures and e2vc increased their stakes in the company. The new funding will further develop Axoflow's security data curation pipeline and strengthen its market presence. Axoflow, a cybersecurity startup transforming how enterprises collect and handle security data, announced it raised a $7 million seed round led by EBRD Venture Capital. And all existing major investor...[+2497 chars] 2025-01-27T04:14:26 LASG, businesses, stakeholders harp on environment preservation Gbenga Salau https://guardian.ng/news/lasg-businesses-stakeholders-harp-on-environment-preservation https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Ope-George.jpg NG en Lagos State Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Ope George, has tasked businesses and stakeholders on creating a Lagos where economic growth is synonymous with environmental preservation and social inclusion. He spoke at the inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) capacity development workshop for businesses operating in the circular economy value chain. Lagos State Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Ope George, has tasked businesses and stakeholders on creating a Lagos where economic growth is synonymous with environmental preservation an...[+2266 chars] 2025-01-27T03:03:26 SPX, PNGX to explore technology sharing postcourieronline https://www.postcourier.com.pg/spx-pngx-to-explore-technology-sharing https://www.postcourier.com.pg/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/biz-6-4.png PG en Fiji's South Pacific Stock Exchange Pte Limited and PNGX Group Limited have entered into a memorandum of understanding to explore technology sharing opportunities. The MoU sets the foundation for deepening cooperation to advance shared objectives, including developing and deploying innovative market infrastructure that supports the growth and sustainability of capital markets in the region. SUVA, Fiji: Fiji's South Pacific Stock Exchange Pte Limited ('SPX') and Papua New Guinea'sPNGX Group Limited (PNGX Group) have reaffirmed the commitment to fostering innovation and enhancing sustainab...[+2905 chars] 2025-01-27T02:28:39 ASUU chairman, what is your alternative plan? Augustine Togonu-Bickersteth https://guardian.ng/opinion/letters/asuu-chairman-what-is-your-alternative-plan https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ASUU.jpg NG en SIR wants ASUU chairman to change the strategy he has been using since 2009. He wants him to focus on intellectual property law, impact philanthropy, impact investing and Diaspora investment. ASUU has 9,000 professors and 60,000 lecturers and 1.8 million undergraduates. SIR: Do you have a plan B? I mean an alternative strategy to the one you have employed since 2009? In these 15 or so years, there have been seismic and paradigm shifts in educational philosophy, finan...[+1550 chars] 2025-01-27T00:00:00 Wicklow company's survey finds pay equity a ‘top challenge' for 30 per cent of employers Eoin Mac Raghnaill https://www.independent.ie/regionals/wicklow/bray-news/wicklow-companys-survey-finds-pay-equity-a-top-challenge-for-30-per-cent-of-employers/a860168259.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/bMoihABXDu4NA-4HL4rrpgZpVHA=/629x460/smart/prod-mh-ireland/15e44292-74a5-4376-9da3-19117756e2a8/e43b8d65-cd4e-4fec-a319-4bb23b1f7611/bp%20-%20bus.jpg IE en The EU Pay Transparency Directive requires Irish organisations to report and provide transparency across key areas, including pay equity and gender pay gaps. 49% of employers in Ireland are committed to pay transparency. 43% of organisations cite pay transparency as a top challenge when rewarding employees. More than half of employers say their reward policy plays an essential role in their reputation. The rising cost of doing business is having a significant impact on employers. The independent study was commissioned by SD Worx and carried out by iVOX among 1,000 employers in Ireland to gain insights into how organisations reward their employees and address gender pay inequit...[+2902 chars] 2025-01-27T00:00:00 ESG Emirates Stallions Group's revenue reaches AED1.2 billion in 2024 Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/ESG_Emirates_Stallions_Groups_revenue_reaches_AED12_billion_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ESG Emirates Stallions Group announced its yearly financial results for 2024. It is the leading conglomerate operating across the Workforce Solutions, Construction, and Real Estate sectors. It's a subsidiary of International Holding Company (IHC). IHC is a parent company of ESG. ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 28th Jan, 2025) ESG Emirates Stallions Group , the leading conglomerate operating across the Workforce Solutions, Construction, and Real Estate sect...[+114 chars] 2025-01-27T00:00:00 EU medicines agency quits X, moves to Bluesky Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/EU_medicines_agency_quits_X_moves_to_Bluesky https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en organisations have left or pared back activity on X. EMA's move follows other organisations that have left X. Â. Y. y y. y. y. yi yi yi. iy. EMA's move follows other organisations that have left or pared back activity on X. 2025-01-27T00:00:00 SEC OKs Nasdaq's Request to Scrap Corporate Board Diversity Rule The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/27/sec_oks_nasdaq_8217s_request_to_scrap_corporate_board_divers https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved Nasdaq's request to rescind a rule that would impose diversity quotas on the boards of companies listed on the exchange. Nasdaq has until Feb. 4 to remove the rule from its rulebook, according to the SEC order. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Nasdaq's request to rescind a rule that would impose diversity quotas on the boards of companies listed on the exchange. In a Jan. 24 order, t...[+124 chars] 2025-01-27T00:00:00 European Commission opens consultation into non-price criteria for auctions Patrick Jowett https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/01/27/european-commission-opens-consultation-into-non-price-criteria-for-auctions https://www.pv-magazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/guillaume-perigois-HL4LEIyGEYU-unsplash-1200x919.jpg US en The European Commission has opened a consultation on how non-price criteria are specified in future renewable energy auctions. The call for feedback is open until Feb. 21. Responses will feed into the commission's preparation of a final draft act, which will be put to member states through experts groups. The final adoption by the commission is planned to take place in the first quarter of this year. "The European Commission has opened a public call requesting feedback on how non-price criteria are specified in future renewable energy auctions. The four-week long consultation, which opened last wee...[+1359 chars]" 2025-01-27T00:00:00 DEREK SMITH JR: AI's expanding role in corporate governance https://www.tribune242.com/news/2025/jan/27/derek-smith-jr-ais-expanding-role-in-corporate-governance https://thetribune.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/static-4/thetribune/images/pdf-edition.jpg BH en Governance, risk and compliance (GRC) functions are undergoing significant changes driven by rapid technological advances and increasingly stringent regulatory demands. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) are at the forefront of these transformations. In 2025, AI will enhance critical GRC activities such as risk assessment, evidence gathering, control testing and compliance reporting. Integrating security, compliance and privacy functions is becoming more critical. Governance, risk and compliance (GRC) functions are undergoing significant changes, driven by rapid technological advances and increasingly stringent regulatory demands. Companies must adapt to this e...[+4310 chars] 2025-01-26T21:47:21 Representative Connolly on HB80 Compromise Aaron Palmer https://sheridanmedia.com/news/187262/representative-connolly-on-hb80-compromise https://sheridanmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/68th-ConnollyMarilyn.jpg US en Marilyn Connolly (R-Buffalo) is the state representative for House District 40. She talked with Sheridan Media about her first couple of weeks in this year's legislative session and talked about House Bill 80, which deals with Environmental Social Governance. She received numerous emails from constituents concerned that the bill could affect their retirement, but legislators were able to bring an amendment that relieves those concerns. "State Representative for House District 40 Marilyn Connolly (R-Buffalo) talked with Sheridan Media about her first couple of weeks in this year's legislative session. She talked about House Bill 80, w...[+540 chars]" 2025-01-26T21:00:35 House Oversight chairman says there's evidence of conservative debanking, hints at investigation Fox News Staff https://www.yahoo.com/news/house-oversight-chairman-says-theres-210035424.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PuZG6mKtzjbstTUv9wvayQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fox_news_text_979/0bfbb20640b40b95139bb541ca4b4ce9 US en House Oversight Committee chairman James Comer, R-Ky., has hinted at investigations into financial institutions regarding claims of conservatives being debanked. This comes as President Donald Trump called out bank leaders during his address at the World Economic Forum. Comer wants to know if it's a process of the banks' ESG policy or the government. House Oversight Committee chairman James Comer, R-Ky., has hinted at investigations into financial institutions regarding claims of conservatives being debanked. This comes as President Donald Trump c...[+2810 chars] 2025-01-26T21:00:35 House Oversight chairman says there's evidence of conservative debanking, hints at investigation Fox News Staff https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/house-oversight-chairman-says-there-s-evidence-of-conservative-debanking-hints-at-investigation/ar-AA1xTZqz US en House Oversight Committee chairman James Comer, R-Ky., has hinted at investigations into financial institutions regarding claims of conservatives being debanked. This comes as President Donald Trump called out bank leaders during his address at the World Economic Forum. Comer revealed to Maria Bartiromo that there are 'numerous instances' of these claims. He wants to know if it's a process of the banks' ESG policy or the government. House Oversight Committee chairman James Comer, R-Ky., has hinted at investigations into financial institutions regarding claims of conservatives being debanked. This comes as President Donald Trump c...[+5819 chars] 2025-01-26T19:55:26 Letter to the editor: Northwestern needs a referee to reach our climate goals Submitted https://evanstonroundtable.com/2025/01/26/letter-to-the-editor-northwestern-needs-a-referee-to-reach-our-climate-goals https://evanstonroundtable.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG_5311-1-scaled-e1737070528955.jpg US en Northwestern University should support the City of Evanston's Healthy Buildings Ordinance to decarbonize its campus by 2050 to demonstrate its role as a leader in sustainability research and impact. 80% of the university's emissions come from buildings and nearly half from its 500 largest buildings, mainly from the central utility plant that heats and cools the Evanston campus. "Northwestern University should support the City of Evanston's Healthy Buildings Ordinance to decarbonize our campus by 2050 to demonstrate our role as a leader in sustainability research and impact. W...[+2449 chars]" 2025-01-26T17:22:00 Coastal coalition meeting Monday in Essex Amanda Armstrong https://www.gloucestertimes.com/news/local_news/coastal-coalition-meeting-monday-in-essex/article_e3982556-db40-11ef-bb25-b3c69c352263.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/gloucestertimes.com/content/tncms/custom/image/09cba638-d48d-11ed-9329-d74ff747ab4f.jpg?crop=99%2C99%2C204%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en The Northeast Coastal Coalition's meeting is on January 27 at 10:30 a.m. at Essex Town Hall, 30 Martin St. in Essex. The coalition works to protect its member communities of Gloucester, Rockport, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Essex, Ipswich, Rowley, Newburyport and Salisbury from flooding and erosion. ESSEX — A new rule regulating the size of lobsters that can be landed, dredging of the Essex River and the Salisbury Beach Nourishment Project are three topics on the agenda for the Northeast Coastal ...[+388 chars] 2025-01-26T16:00:46 Costco boldly defies Trump's executive order DANIEL JONES https://www.dailymail.co.uk/galleries/article-14322879/Costco-boldly-defies-Trumps-executive-order.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/16/22/94188665-0-image-a-22_1737064913074.jpg GB en More than 98% of shareholders voted against a proposal from conservative activist group challenging diversity, equity and inclusion policies at Costco. President Trump has introduced anti-DEI initiatives, claiming they are unfair and distracting. John Deere, Walmart and Ford had already rowed back on their DEI commitments. Costco's directors argued that DEI policies are an asset, not a liability. Costco and its shareholders have has defied President Donald Trump and conservative activists by sticking to DEI policies. At the company's annual meeting, they voted strongly against a proposal from ...[+4082 chars] 2025-01-26T15:47:34 Global sustainable bond issuance to reach $1tn in 2025: Moody's REEM WALID https://www.arabnews.com/node/2587893 https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x371_watermarksaudi/public/main-image/2025/01/26/4567508-805016645.jpg?itok=FtB9ICaI SA en Global sustainable bond issuance is projected to reach $1 trillion in 2025. The market has advanced a decade beyond the international treaty on climate change that was signed in 2016. In November, Moody's said that global issuance of sustainable bonds in the third quarter of last year reached $216 billion, marking a 9 percent annual increase. "RIYADH: Global sustainable bond issuance is projected to reach $1 trillion in 2025, driven by a worldwide focus on green development, according to global credit rating agency Moody's. In their latest ...[+2708 chars]" 2025-01-26T14:55:43 Bangladesh stresses transparency for access to global carbon markets https://unb.com.bd/category/Bangladesh/bangladesh-stresses-transparency-for-access-to-global-carbon-markets/152087 https://unb.com.bd/watermark/category/Bangladesh/english/152087/bangladesh-stresses-transparency-for-access-to-global-carbon-markets BD en Bangladesh has highlighted the significance of the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) under the Paris Agreement on January 25-26 in Dhaka. The event aimed to enhance national capacity for effective climate action tracking and reporting. 30 stakeholders from government, academia, the private sector and civil society attended the workshop. Bangladesh has highlighted the significance of the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF), emphasising its role beyond reporting, as a path to integrity and access to global carbon markets under Articl...[+2461 chars] 2025-01-26T14:51:40 Lasaco Assurance Lists 9.25 Billion Ordinary Shares On NGX After Private Placement Chris Ugwu https://thewhistler.ng/lasaco-assurance-lists-9-25-billion-ordinary-shares-on-ngx-after-private-placement https://thewhistler.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lasaco-Assurance-Plc_20250126_155109_0000.jpg NG en Lasaco Assurance Plc has listed an additional 9.25 billion ordinary ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The listing follows the completion of a private placement exercise conducted by the company. The company's total issued and fully paid-up shares have increased from 1.83bn to 11.08bn ordinary shares. The private placement raised N11.1bn for the company's operational and strategic objectives. "533 SHARES Share Tweet [mc4wp_form id=33047] Lasaco Assurance Plc has listed an additional 9.25 billion ordinary ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Daily Official List of the Nigerian Exchange Lim...[+1883 chars]" 2025-01-26T14:01:37 Not all companies are backing away from DEI in the new Trump era Alexis Keenan https://finance.yahoo.com/news/not-all-companies-are-backing-away-from-dei-in-the-new-trump-era-140137635.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/OoxPsuuhHcazLFgz7liecQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-01/2a36fcd0-da6a-11ef-bbef-9a0a6138ed93 US en Costco (COS) won a shareholder vote on a shareholder resolution challenging its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The measure was roundly defeated with 98% of investors siding with the company. Many prominent companies are backing away from DEI policies as corporate diversity goals come under scrutiny in Washington. "Costco (COS) did something this past week that is unusual for a company operating in the new Trump era — successfully push back against a challenge to its diversity efforts. The giant retailer urged i...[+3681 chars]" 2025-01-26T12:08:00 Carmine Di Noia (OECD): The development of the Greek capital market has been impressive Σύνταξη https://www.in.gr/2025/01/26/english-edition/carmine-di-noia-oecd-development-greek-capital-market-impressive https://www.in.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/carmine-di-noia-scaled-620x350.jpg GR en OECD Director of Economic and Business Affairs, Carmine di Noia, is in Greece to attend the International Conference on Corporate Governance. Greece has made significant progress in its economy in the last 15 years. The key to growth is increasing market liquidity by diversifying the supply of equities and increasing investor participation in the pension system. Capital markets are vital for financing large-scale projects and smoothing economic cycles. "Over the past 15 years, Greece has made impressive strides in its capital market, reflecting the general economic improvement, says OECD Director of Economic and Business Affairs, Carmine di Noia. Spe...[+4891 chars]" 2025-01-26T12:00:00 3 things leaders should do to increase trust Julia Herbst https://www.fastcompany.com/91264769/3-things-leaders-should-do-to-increase-trust https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/01/p-1-91264769-3-things-leaders-should-do-to-increase-trust.jpg US en Gallup study found that 21% of U.S. employees strongly trust their leaders. Leaders should focus on building trustworthiness and increasing employee engagement. They should get honest about their weaknesses and listen to employee feedback. Delegate more and prepare a communication strategy before a crisis. Much has been written about the lack of trust in today's workplace. And no wonder: A 2023 Gallup study found that only 21% of U.S. employees strongly trust the leaders at their organization. Without t...[+3796 chars] 2025-01-26T11:00:10 Are Investors Undervaluing Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ:EXC) By 25%? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/investors-undervaluing-exelon-corporation-nasdaq-110010143.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/88fedce06307b8d0a5a6b7fe29a1be66 US en The projected fair value for Exelon Corporation is US$52.54 based on Dividend Discount Model. The current share price of US$39.38 suggests that the company might be 25% undervalued. The company's annual earnings are forecast to grow for the next 4 years, but they are not well covered by operating cash flow and interest payments on debt. "The projected fair value for Exelon is US$52.54 based on Dividend Discount Model Exelon's US$39.38 share price signals that it might be 25% undervalued Analyst price target for EXC is US$42.77 which i...[+5651 chars]" 2025-01-26T11:00:00 The Motley Fool: A diverse health care dynamo https://www.dallasnews.com/business/2025/01/26/the-motley-fool-a-diverse-health-care-dynamo https://dmn-dallas-news-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/PZFUN6YPP5FCLC4HAH4P2XLNAQ.JPG?auth=4cd250c248ffd115e8ae0ea1880e30b29d65141cbd39394562ef02749691e9dd&height=630&width=1200&smart=true&quality=80 US en Abbott Laboratories is a well-diversified health care company with four distinct units: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition and established pharmaceuticals. In the third quarter, the medical devices unit delivered double-digit revenue growth. Long-term care insurance helps pay for nursing home, assisted living, or in-home care. "The Fool's Take Abbott Laboratories is a well-diversified health care company, with four distinct units: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition and established pharmaceuticals. This is great because ...[+7037 chars]" 2025-01-26T10:15:00 All It Takes Is $3,000 Invested in Each of These 3 Ultra-Safe Dividend Stocks to Help Generate Over $280 in Passive Income in 2025 Daniel Foelber https://finance.yahoo.com/news/takes-3-000-invested-3-101500094.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/motleyfool.com/6fbca126d7c1325c88778a81c54f4a3a US en ExxonMobil, United Parcel Service and American States Water are attractive dividend stocks with reasonable valuations. Investing $3,000 into each stock should generate $288 in passive income in 2025. ExxonMobil has increased its dividend for 42 years in a row and has a 3.6% yield. UPS is far from perfect, but most of its key metrics are moving in the right direction. Passive income may not be at the top of one's mind when the broader indexes are posting jaw-dropping gains. But dividend-paying companies can be a perfect fit for investors looking to help supplement ...[+7756 chars] 2025-01-26T10:14:49 NASSCOM Pushes for Deeptech Boost and SEZ Flexibility in Budget Wishlist Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3239968-nasscom-pushes-for-deeptech-boost-and-sez-flexibility-in-budget-wishlist https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/17_06_2024_12_25_29_0328466.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en NASSCOM, India's leading IT industry body, is pushing for significant changes in its budget wishlist for 2025-26. The body has advocated for revisions in safe harbour rules and broader utilization of SEZ reinvestment reserves. NASSCOM also wants to create a central deeptech fund to uplift India's startup ecosystem and grant framework to support core technology validation and market entry for deptech innovations. NASSCOM, India's leading IT industry body, is pushing for significant changes in its budget wishlist for 2025-26. Positioned against global economic uncertainties and geopolitics, the body has advocat...[+586 chars] 2025-01-26T09:54:00 Gold to play a role in supporting shift towards integration of environmental, social and governance objectives ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/metals-mining/gold-to-play-a-role-in-supporting-shift-towards-integration-of-environmental-social-and-governance-objectives/articleshow/117573032.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117573027,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-105750,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Gold can play a role in supporting the shift towards a greater integration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives within the investment strategies of investors. Gold has a potential role to play in reducing investor exposure to climate-related risks. It has a key role as a strategic long-term investment and a mainstay allocation in a well-diversified portfolio. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Gold can play a role in supporting the shift towards a greater integration of environmental, social and gove...[+1280 chars]" 2025-01-26T09:52:36 2000% returns in 5 years. Multibagger stock declares fundraiser move via QIP Anubhav Mukherjee https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/2000-returns-in-5-years-multibagger-stock-eco-recycling-declares-fundraiser-move-via-qip-11737883046620.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/26/1600x900/investment_1731737985428_1737884668549.PNG IN en Eco Recycling Limited, a waste management firm, announced on January 23 that the company is looking to raise funds via a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) process. The company plans to issue equity shares with a face of ₹10 each to qualified institutional buyers under the supervision of the Securities and Exchange Board of India. The board of directors appointed GYR Capital Advisors Pvt Ltd as the book-running lead manager for the QIP issue. Vidhigya Associates, Advocates will be operating as the legal counsel for the offer. Multibagger stock: Eco Recycling Limited, a waste management firm, announced on January 23 that the company is looking to raise funds via a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) process, according t...[+2056 chars] 2025-01-26T09:17:49 Expert: half of Czech companies ignore sustainability data requirements https://english.radio.cz/expert-half-czech-companies-ignore-sustainability-data-requirements-8841040 https://english.radio.cz/sites/default/files/images/4f5197446b1f6808606b2a0aab5e5a67.png CZ en Half of the 1,900 Czech companies required to collect data on their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts by January 1, 2025 have not done so yet. The data collection is crucial to comply with the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. Non-compliance could lead to fines of up to 3% of a company's assets. Half of the 1,900 Czech companies required to collect data on their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts by January 1, 2025, have yet to address this obligation, according to sustainabi...[+485 chars] 2025-01-26T09:13:08 Delta Thailand Recognized in FTSE4Good Index for Driving ESG Innovation and Sustainable Growth Plentisoft https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/delta-thailand-recognized-in-ftse4good-index-for-driving-esg-innovation-and-sustainable-growth-1034242874 https://www.deltathailand.com/imgadmins/news/news_cover/DELTA_news_photo2025-01-16_16-52-44.jpg US en Delta Electronics (Thailand) PCL has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series. The index is designed to measure the performance of companies with strong Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. This achievement reflects Delta's commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility. Bangkok, Thailand, January 20, 2025 -- Delta Electronics (Thailand) PCL. announces it has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series. Created by the global index and data provider FTSE Russell, the F...[+3466 chars] 2025-01-26T08:32:42 WEF Pushes Public-Private Collaboration to Accelerate Digital ID and Censorship Didi Rankovic https://www.todayville.com/wef-pushes-public-private-collaboration-to-accelerate-digital-id-and-censorship https://i2.wp.com/www.todayville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tvrd-wef-klaus-schwab-image-2025-01-26.jpg?fit=600%2C337&ssl=1 US en The World Economic Forum (WEF) has prepared a white paper titled Resilience Pulse Check: Harnessing Collaboration to Navigate a Volatile World. It promotes UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Investors for Sustainable Development (GISD) Alliance. Puck News reporter Tara Palmeri and Axios reporter Marc Caputo accused Politico of suppressing negative stories about former President Joe Biden and his son, Hunter Biden. By Didi Rankovic The World Economic Forum (WEF) has prepared a white paper – titled, Resilience Pulse Check: Harnessing Collaboration to Navigate a Volatile World – to go with its ongoing annual meeti...[+12559 chars] 2025-01-26T08:05:00 WEF survey shows rise in social risks Zandile Makhoba https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/opinion/2025-01-26-wef-survey-shows-rise-in-social-risks https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/12lDB3CjULdH_Gkl0PnfbRMSsVXmZnTTvNwFzI9n3gij04TB9wAGlrMiO3SdEwdfhectfGSeM25RBHc_X5Ug4Ig92P8RNZCRkLdWZY3dObPb7Q=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T07:31:34 IG Group Holdings (LON:IGG) Will Pay A Dividend Of £0.1386 Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/ig-group-holdings-lon-igg-073134489.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/297a096e5743176fa71b67c7278a433d US en IG Group Holdings plc will pay a dividend of £0.1386 per share on the 3rd of March. This will take the dividend yield to 4.6%. The company has grown earnings per share at 20% per year over the past five years. IG Group Holdings is able to grow rapidly while still returning cash to shareholders. The board of IG Group Holdings plc (LON:IGG) has announced that it will pay a dividend of £0.1386 per share on the 3rd of March. This will take the dividend yield to an attractive 4.6%, providing a ni...[+3059 chars] 2025-01-26T06:38:51 Lagos hosts inaugural ESG workshop to drive green, circular economic development Taofeek Oyedokun https://businessday.ng/news/article/lagos-hosts-inaugural-esg-workshop-to-drive-green-circular-economic-development https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG-20250125-WA00081.jpg NG en Lagos State has taken a bold step towards sustainability with the launch of the inaugural ESG workshop. The event brought together stakeholders, innovators, and policymakers to redefine economic strategies through Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. The forum explored ESG principles and green financing as avenues for economic advancement while preserving natural resources. The ECOnomy Business Network (EBN) introduced by the Office of the Special Adviser on Climate Change and Circular Economy (OCCE) has already supported over 500 eco-enterprises. L-R: Olayinka Ojo, permanent secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget; Lekan Balogun, special adviser to Governor Sanwo-Olu, MEPB; Titi Oshodi, his counterpart for Climate Chang...[+3884 chars] 2025-01-26T06:23:36 R1bn bailout mooted for ArcelorMittal SA KGOTHATSO MADISA https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/business-and-economy/2025-01-26-r1bn-bailout-mooted-for-arcelormittal-sa https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/ObYkYnBI9d_Feix4AOdNCuKBKRuzfJWda9x0Sy6TRvwvRymgZvWG25KrH9ZHvawgRYjBnwtU6gdWxCLOfekr-lLmz7jJb7Oh28FC1VQtmVWGAQ=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T06:08:46 SAM MKOKELI: Tricky road for Absa board chair Sello Moloko in hunt for new CEO https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/opinion/2025-01-26-sam-mkokeli-tricky-road-for-absa-board-chair-sello-moloko-in-hunt-for-new-ceo https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/z_WBvoRqLMJ-FQGZGIWZkyJpMl3GTlLLGW6qDsA2F9pvDsSoMto-nkebQlgOHyTBVl7qZE5a-qYSNpwlPPosx2tJ5LiIB8V3oeolcuWrERE2oA=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T05:20:44 How to afford Paris https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/business-and-economy/2025-01-26-how-to-afford-paris https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/TAXgtVrEM4nHTQG7O1x2TuANTnLCmaYPKhb_uFnrJkLqguHlLso1jeRZL39d_tiN5GM2QFn2kl6e9qelyK0ZpbJgTC7LJaCxBLr2u1M3TTuS1g=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T05:16:47 Central bank expected to cut repo rate again but keeps wary eye on Trump https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/business-and-economy/2025-01-26-central-bank-expected-to-cut-repo-rate-again-but-keeps-wary-eye-on-trump https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/KewUSg_znNuZd1ALjZpq4aVVuA9wHS5n5k-eOQAEss_0Wo7I4cE0x-S1os1fMxtpontls1ANvNX6LWPKR_oQXKvqBFd0xXEXdY-20vOk68eD0SQ=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T05:07:39 How the state is shooting business — and itself — in the foot CHRIS BARRON https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/opinion/2025-01-26-how-the-state-is-shooting-business-and-itself-in-the-foot https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/zHsqeOke7WJvf-Klrf4f7qdSfq1FnTQUmunk_20_SFCkBRAt3x--d2zRl86OzgaivXiUrAWzCcQxx6SzdLjBXhRKlOJW4-V7K4n28yA6s88yUg=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T05:04:25 ARTHUR GOLDSTUCK: In-car tech puts brakes on speed as selling point ARTHUR GOLDSTUCK https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/opinion/2025-01-26-arthur-goldstuck-in-car-tech-puts-brakes-on-speed-as-selling-point https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/9fKtExlP9odptqrRTDMdmLHvAuq-8-8-sCHGtj9hDdtD5HNJkfMFP3A8H_zZz3bOfcgky0o7dJ0TS7iArd5KwU7l7kl27zGHQ9elz5HJ06OWCQ=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T05:00:00 We should be very worried about the decline of DEI Perry Bacon Jr https://www.phillytrib.com/commentary/we-should-be-very-worried-about-the-decline-of-dei/article_495959b3-c5a2-5a83-b668-0d1cb0cf07d7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/phillytrib.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/8/40/84090dec-8339-5ebb-a741-68d91a9e6225/6792dcf2f20fc.image.png?crop=767%2C403%2C0%2C182&resize=767%2C403&order=crop%2Cresize US en Facebook, McDonald's and Walmart are scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion programs. This comes only a few years after the widespread protests of George Floyd's killing seemed to signal that the U.S. was finally ready to address its long history of discrimination and inequality. Diversity initiatives, particularly the diversity, equity and inclusion programs that proliferated in corporate America over the past decade, have some shortcomings. But the rapid retrenchment of DEI ...[+715 chars] 2025-01-26T04:59:34 Entrepreneur builds a business in hair-care https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/opinion/2025-01-26-entrepreneur-builds-a-business-in-hair-care https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/3FxDNmnRVcjPG7C0cKVKvN-r-OISwYp6-mUUrOKCf4EPDCPhVDEtybxE4wFGW_joCDoyHNL6DPNYqxQUDp31fUU-fOvCGSDwB2qmLVVp7_5t-64=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T04:29:16 THABISO RULASHE: Climate change ushers in a new era of risk and insurance Thabiso Rulashe https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/opinion/2025-01-26-thabiso-rulashe-climate-change-ushers-in-a-new-era-of-risk-and-insurance https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/yVRCIywlzKbOC1jkmLJMI2zRNUZx1NRAcmSRL1CTbQsezvoqDXc9hcUUUmZkxqWFD3sH-w484RnL0MKYpIKSAj7EJDHPRFyo5i3wolhBWXWFcgc=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T04:25:35 MARIUS REITZ: Yes governor, regulating crypto assets is critical Marius Reitz https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/opinion/2025-01-26-marius-reitz-yes-governor-regulating-crypto-assets-is-critical https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/VWfisYPG4fzV2HkAc7bvZpZCuWQfP7x9C71lyNjaM_XHdNCoQHjmzhf2I-6q4zcDCAXTmYoz0PKI2Nsur1oWIb4q4kMSVbNMIEN7u4yRNiKJZw=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T04:21:37 ZOLEKA LISA: WEF underscores collaboration as key to unlocking SA's economic potential ZOLEKA LISA https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/opinion/2025-01-26-zoleka-lisa-wef-underscores-collaboration-as-key-to-unlocking-sas-economic-potential https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/XX_5ML8xlgiGKLJ0y51TUSi0tGaKsn3-RN8OyQxEU0pjuMXXXK4GOvQmnLWhvqhIkNC46F6hU4_H3YDzYU0WKXOUl0pMAPva7zVu4UCVx8NRSw=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T04:17:58 My Brilliant Career ... The figures add up to a dream come true MARGARET HARRIS https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/careers/2025-01-26-my-brilliant-career-the-figures-add-up-to-a-dream-come-true https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/qyIFxmmIR_cc3jTKpFCeFSmbiKijxg39sF7idOUQ1JY9EdTRGAjfuf0NmSiqlP_18kInyz-SWztSv9bB70W8ehEzAZ2aDyGBPF5LskTNrA4Qcg=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T03:59:56 How to … attract top talent Margaret Harris https://www.businesslive.co.za/bt/careers/2025-01-26-how-to-attract-top-talent https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/WzDMIW67NbBoPt9jnoke5EDq_KrrZCJa-Z-mUZa2HdcNnl-OIH_cMa2qB9ba8NpXPr48kIIfjmCPUtu6Tgx9gWAsbSeC99_ONFVWojk8IBTC=s1000 ZA en Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value. Absa has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli. He writes that Absa's diversity has been a problem for the company lately. Even global investors want to pay attention to diversity because its failure quickly leads to loss of value — that has been the Absa story lately, writes Sam Mkokeli 2025-01-26T00:00:00 Tau says 'no strings attached' in R100bn Transformation Fund amid objections Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/26/Tau_says_no_strings_attached_in_R100bn_Transformation_Fund_a https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The proposed changes to the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act would not impose new obligations on business to contribute to a R100 billion Transformation Fund by 2029. The government says it is about ensuring that existing commitments under the B-BBEE legislation are strategically utilized to create meaningful economic transformation. The government has said that the proposed changes to the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Act to shift the contribution of the private sector into a R100 billion Transformation Fund wou...[+334 chars] 2025-01-26T00:00:00 Dramatic departure, but Trump really can't hurt climate much Cyprus Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/26/Dramatic_departure_but_Trump_really_can_t_hurt_climate_much https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en 'Drill, baby, drill', exulted the new President of the World (American branch), but he will find that the oil and gas industry isn't listening. Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil, tactfully put it in November: 'I'm not sure how 'drill' translates into policy' 'Drill, baby, drill', exulted the new President of the World (American branch), but he will find that the oil and gas industry isn't listening. As Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil, tactfully put it in ...[+168 chars] 2025-01-26T00:00:00 Sharpton Backs Costco for DEI Commitment, Calls for Support Virtual Jerusalem https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/26/Sharpton_Backs_Costco_for_DEI_Commitment_Calls_for_Support https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Al Sharpton announced that Costco has committed to maintaining its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies. He said that Costco will continue to comply with DEI policies. ""Costco will maintain its diversity, equity and inclusion policies.""" Al Sharpton announced that Costco has committed to maintaining its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies. He 2025-01-25T21:50:16 Lloyds blocks votes on trust board shake-up CALUM MUIRHEAD https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/markets/article-14324307/Lloyds-blocks-votes-trust-board-shake-up.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/25/14/94506805-0-image-m-152_1737816978389.jpg GB en Scottish Widows and two other investment platforms owned by Lloyds Bank blocked shareholders from voting on plans to oust the boards of London-listed investment trusts. Saba Capital, run by Wall Street raider Boaz Weinstein, wants to replace directors at the seven investment trusts with its own nominees. Scottish Widows and two other investment platforms owned by Lloyds Bank have been accused of a 'shocking dereliction of duty' after blocking shareholders from voting on plans to oust the boards of sev...[+3416 chars] 2025-01-25T21:33:55 New sustainability reporting rules could hurt Ireland's reputation, law firms warn archyde https://www.archyde.com/new-sustainability-reporting-rules-could-hurt-irelands-reputation-law-firms-warn https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/ZXUFH32J5GDGMQHPWCUWELIRSE.jpg?smart=true&auth=43f754ef1d97795ee6407a94045e2602027ad4af9944f8c60a04836a42a15117&width=1200&height=630 US en European Union implemented sweeping new rules mandating sustainability reporting for large corporations last year. Several leading Irish corporate law firms expressed concerns about the potential impact on Ireland's attractiveness to businesses. The European Commission is exploring ways to streamline the reporting requirements to reduce the compliance burden on businesses. "Table of Contents Last year, teh European Union implemented sweeping new rules mandating sustainability reporting for large corporations. While the intention was to promote environmental responsibilit...[+9450 chars]" 2025-01-25T21:30:00 Morgan Stanley joins list of financial institutions pulling out of groundbreaking agreement: 'One of the most complex issues of our time' Beth Newhart https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/morgan-stanley-joins-list-of-financial-institutions-pulling-out-of-groundbreaking-agreement-one-of-the-most-complex-issues-of-our-time/ar-AA1xRzSs US en Morgan Stanley is leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Citigroup, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo also left the coalition. Amalgamated Bank, Areti Bank and Climate First Bank are the only U.S. banks that remain in the alliance. "Morgan Stanley is officially bailing on the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, joining several other major banks that have recently made the same move. Citigroup and Bank of America also announced this month ...[+2659 chars]" 2025-01-25T20:39:24 France calls for EU to postpone climate rules Farah Mokrani https://euroweeklynews.com/2025/01/25/france-calls-on-eu-to-ease-up-on-business-rules https://cdn.euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/France-calls-for-EU-to-postpone-climate-rules.jpg ES en France is calling for the EU to suspend new environmental and human rights rules for businesses. Business leaders across Europe have expressed frustration with the growing list of requirements. Lobby groups warn that European businesses are being held to higher standards than their international competitors. Environmental groups argue that these regulations are crucial for creating a fairer and more sustainable world. "By Farah Mokrani • Published: 25 Jan 2025 • 21:39 • 2 minutes read European Union flags in Brussels, as France calls for the suspension of new environmental and human rights rules for businesses Credi...[+2595 chars]" 2025-01-25T18:02:11 John Cronin: Farewell to state's €20bn AIB bailout may yet be a fond one John Cronin https://www.businesspost.ie/analysis-opinion/john-cronin-farewell-to-states-e20bn-aib-bailout-may-yet-be-a-fond-one https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=39078eff-68b9-556d-9795-03af980027b9&type=preview&function=original IE en Banking is attractive to investors and total state divestment is on the cards. It has strong dividends and ESG ambitions in place and is becoming more attractive to the investors.  18:00 to 18:00.   "Banking With strong dividends and ESG ambitions in place, the bank is becoming increasingly attractive to investors and total state divestment is on the cards 18:00" 2025-01-25T17:30:16 American Airlines Faces Backlash For ESG Investments In Employee 401(k) Plans Kaili Killpack https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/american-airlines-faces-backlash-esg-173016955.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/Benzinga/6a69af44c010f645d63389a0d95f0a23 US en American Airlines' retirement plan management is under scrutiny after a recent ruling by a federal judge. The ruling has sparked debates over the role of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors in employee investments in 401(k) plans. The decision has drawn mixed reactions from legal and investment experts. American Airlines' retirement plan management is under scrutiny after a recent ruling by a federal judge. The ruling has sparked debates over the role of environmental, social and governance (ESG) fac...[+4406 chars] 2025-01-25T14:46:04 AI: Transforming the Business Landscape, A Necessity Not an Option Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3239243-ai-transforming-the-business-landscape-a-necessity-not-an-option https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/21_06_2024_17_29_43_948109.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Nigel Vaz is CEO of digital consultancy firm Publicis Sapient. He spoke at the World Economic Forum about AI's integration into various sectors. Vaz expressed skepticism regarding progress on global AI regulations. He highlighted the need for balanced regulations to prevent stifling innovation while maintaining sensible governance. Artificial intelligence is now considered an imperative for transforming global businesses, according to Nigel Vaz, CEO of digital consultancy firm Publicis Sapient. Speaking recently at the World Eco...[+745 chars] 2025-01-25T12:46:27 ‘Significant uncertainty' for listed SMEs as Ireland's ESG rules go beyond European directive Donal MacNamee https://www.businesspost.ie/news/significant-uncertainty-for-listed-smes-as-irelands-esg-rules-go-beyond-european-directive https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=525169e1-eeb6-5ddd-abff-43d259f765fc&type=preview&function=original IE en Dublin law firms question the department's intention to clarify the ESG rules through an online FAQ page rather than legislation. They also question the lack of clarity for firms on exemptions from 'ambiguously drafted' sustainability rules for listed SMEs as they go beyond European directive. "Companies 'Significant uncertainty' for listed SMEs as Ireland's ESG rules go beyond European directive Dublin law firms have questioned the department's intention to clarify the rules through an onli...[+221 chars]" 2025-01-25T11:55:50 Ghana's Energy Minister Dismisses Concerns Over ECG Privatization Africa https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-energy-minister-dismisses-concerns-over-ecg-privatization https://newsghana.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Samuel-Jinapor.jpeg GH en John Jinapor is the Minister of Energy and Green Transition in Ghana. He is inaugurating a seven-member technical committee tasked with restructuring the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). The committee will work to develop a roadmap that outlines the necessary steps for revitalizing ECG within a month. Ghana's Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has sought to reassure the public about the future of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), firmly dispelling fears that the government...[+2144 chars] 2025-01-25T09:41:06 The companies fighting back against Trump's war on DEI https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/25/the-companies-fighting-back-against-trumps-war-on-dei https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-companies-fighting-back-against-Trumps-war-on-DEI.jpeg US en On Friday, Target announced it was ending several diversity and equity programs. The CEO of JPMorgan, Jamie Dimon, defended the bank's DEI work this week. Activists are targeting DEI programs. Some companies have made pitches in favor of DEI. The term DEI has become charged because it suggests preferential treatment of some groups over others. "One of President On Friday, Target said it was ending its several programs Yet, elsewhere in the corporate world, there are still high-profile supporters. Take Jamie Dimon. This week, the JPMorgan CEO...[+6495 chars]" 2025-01-25T09:33:01 The companies fighting back against Trump's war on DEI tparadis@businessinsider.com https://www.msn.com/en-ie/money/companies/the-companies-fighting-back-against-trump-s-war-on-dei/ar-AA1xQ0lz US en Donald Trump and activists are taking aim at diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Before Trump's inauguration, Meta, McDonald's, and Walmart had announced plans to roll back at least some of their DEI initiatives. On Friday, Target announced it was ending its several DEI programs. Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan's CEO, and Costco's board voted against a proposal to require the company to produce a report on its DEI work. Donald Trump and activists are taking aim at DEI programs in government and the corporate world.Fortune 500 companies, like Meta and Walmart, have begun scaling back some DEI initiatives.Yet a defense...[+16759 chars] 2025-01-25T09:19:06 Is NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) Among the Best Humane Stocks to Invest in Now? Mashaid Ahmed https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nvidia-corporation-nvda-among-best-091906582.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/kZveoOmr3ngssVpudK1u4A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/aa94e059977d3251b8b0630718e013fc US en NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) is a leader in semiconductors, software, and artificial intelligence. In recent years, the investment landscape has seen a significant shift towards socially responsible investing strategies. Trump's withdrawal of the United States from the Paris Agreement highlights a growing divergence in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities between Europe and the US. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) stands against other best humane stocks to invest in now. In recent years, t...[+7133 chars]" 2025-01-25T08:22:16 Why Waste Management, Inc. (WM) Is One of the Best Ethical Companies to Invest in According to Reddit? Mashaid Ahmed https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-waste-management-inc-wm-082216484.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/kC7l83NTrJdARAmN6t6A.A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/8e73b1caf146eb2f2e61c1a5f8180f23 US en Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) is one of the best ethical companies to invest in according to Reddit. Ethical companies are businesses that prioritize social, environmental, and governance (ESG) factors alongside financial performance. According to a report by Grand View Research, the global ESG investing market size was estimated at $25.10 trillion in 2023. We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) stands against other best ethical companies to invest in according to Reddit...[+6817 chars] 2025-01-25T07:44:41 EU now wants to declare war on bureaucracy Nachrichten https://www.krone.at/3665971 https://imgl.krone.at/scaled/3479001/v7edd29/og_image.jpg AT en The anti-bureaucracy plan is to be officially presented next week. The first step should come next month and includes simplifications in the areas of reporting on sustainable finance and due diligence obligations. The aim is to promote investment in future technologies such as artificial intelligence and provide greater support for climate-friendly technologies. The anti-bureaucracy plan is to be officially presented next week. The paper is available to the German Press Agency in Brussels. The first step should come next month and includes simplifications in ...[+1224 chars] 2025-01-25T07:44:31 Unity Bank, AquaEarth Consulting Partner On ESG, Sustainability Practices Leadership https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4070852/unity-bank-aquaearth-consulting-partner-on-esg-sustainability-practices.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Unity Bank Plc has partnered with AquaEarth Consulting to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework. The collaborative project focused on a comprehensive review and enhancement of Unity Bank's ESG practices. It resulted in the development of robust policies, frameworks and a forward-looking sustainability strategy. Unity Bank Plc has partnered with AquaEarth Consulting to successfully complete a transformative project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework. The...[+236 chars] 2025-01-25T06:00:00 New sustainability reporting rules could hurt Ireland's reputation, law firms warn Jack Power https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/01/25/new-sustainability-reporting-rules-could-hurt-irelands-reputation-law-firms-warn https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/ZXUFH32J5GDGMQHPWCUWELIRSE.jpg?smart=true&auth=43f754ef1d97795ee6407a94045e2602027ad4af9944f8c60a04836a42a15117&width=1200&height=630 IE en Corporations with more than 250 employees and turnover of more than €50 million will be required to file reports from next year on. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Regulations put an onus on large companies to produce reports setting out their sustainability record. Several of Ireland's top corporate law firms took issue with national legislation giving effect to the EU reforms, lobbying government to make a series of changes. New legislation requiring large companies to produce reports setting out their impact on the environment could harm Ireland's reputation as a 'business-friendly jurisdiction', several leading corporat...[+4138 chars] 2025-01-25T06:00:00 Jon Molyneux: Tourist tax is a Green idea that will deliver for Glasgow Jon Molyneux https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/24883508.tourist-tax-green-idea-will-deliver-glasgow https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/resources/images/13590931.jpg?type=og-image GB en The Visitor Levy is a Green idea. It has been championed by Green councillors for more than a decade. It was Green MSPs that won the commitment to grant councils levy powers. Edinburgh is going ahead with 5% and it expects to raise up to £50 million a year. Glasgow should go no lower than that. Most of the money should benefit Glasgow and Glaswegians. The Visitor Levy, as it is formally known, is a Green idea. It has been championed by Green councillors for more than a decade and it was Green MSPs that won the commitment to grant councils levy powe...[+2531 chars] 2025-01-25T05:40:24 Singapore's finance leaders alarmed by flawed nonfinancial data, but AI could be the game-changer if adoption barriers are overcome Singapore News https://theindependent.sg/singapores-finance-leaders-alarmed-by-flawed-nonfinancial-data-but-ai-could-be-the-game-changer-if-adoption-barriers-are-overcome https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/business-hand-robot-handshake-artificial-intelligence-digital-transformation_53876-138972-e1736747789298.jpg SG en Finance leaders in Singapore are concerned about the reliability and integrity of nonfinancial data used for corporate reporting. Many companies lack the necessary tools to ensure the credibility and consistency of their data. Only 43% of finance leaders feel their organizations have the necessary technology infrastructure to handle these challenges. SINGAPORE: The city-state's finance leaders are increasingly raising concerns over the reliability and integrity of nonfinancial data used for corporate reporting, according to a new report by EY feat...[+3338 chars] 2025-01-25T05:01:48 US equities: Major contributor of European ETF growth https://delano.lu/article/us-equities-major-contributor-of-european-etf-growth https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/us-equities-major-contributor-of-european-etf-growth/0.5/0.5/600/400/700447.png LU en 24th January 2025 has seen record flows of €247bn for European exchange-traded fund and ETCs. Ishares came first in the annual flow league table with €84.4bn whereas Xtrackers and Amundi came far behind with €36.0bn and €27.5bn. Equity ETFs received the lion share of last year's flows, €197.2bn, with investors showing a'strong preference' for US equity exposure. Thematic ETFs experienced outflows of €1.1bn in 2024 with the energy transition theme leading the outflows. Paperjam reported earlier this week on , a research and consulting firm. Not surprisingly, the picture is similar at the European level according to a research note published by Morningstar, a data an...[+2475 chars] 2025-01-25T02:12:43 EDISON ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Edison International on Behalf ... Bragar Eagel https://www.enidnews.com/region/edison-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-edison-international-on-behalf/article_057cbda4-b52b-5e3e-82e5-1eaab413841d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Edison International (NYSE: EIX) on behalf of stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Edison has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Edison International ('Edison' o...[+3006 chars] 2025-01-25T02:00:30 EDISON ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Edison International on Behalf ... Bragar Eagel https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/edison-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-edison-international-on-behalf/article_1878cb7a-3f42-5379-a89e-687873cdddf0.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Edison International (NYSE: EIX) on behalf of stockholders. The investigation concerns whether Edison has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Edison International ('Edison' o...[+239 chars] 2025-01-25T00:11:31 Early Warning Disclosure ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/early-warning-disclosure/article_01d33944-9ebe-583b-adf8-57665a0d895a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Sendero Resources Corp. closed a private placement on December 24, 2024 and December 30, 2024. Two people are required to announce their shareholdings in accordance with National Instrument 62-103 The Early Warning System and Related Take Over Bids and Insider Reporting Issues. The Private Placement consisted of Units. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / January 24, 2025 / Sendero Resources Corp. (TSXV:SEND) (the ""Company"" or ""Sendero"") announces that as a result of the closing of a private placement (the ""Private Pla...[+431 chars]" 2025-01-25T00:07:48 Some companies are refusing to comply with Trump's anti-DEI crusade Ja'han Jones https://www.yahoo.com/news/companies-refusing-comply-trump-anti-000748233.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/iXXvwa7k0z7YR8xjj.vr.g--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/msnbc_articles_593/9590e2ef085fa2898835266837bbd99f US en Donald Trump's war on diversity, equity and inclusion programs (DEI) has caused a number of major corporations to back down. McDonald's, Walmart, Target and others have already closed down their DEI initiatives. However, some large companies are pushing back against this right-wing crusade and refusing to abandon their official commitments to diversity in the workplace. Jamie Dimon and Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon have faced similar activist proposals at their companies. "Donald Trump's war on DEI policies has caused a number of major corporations to bend the knee. The president and his followers have falsely portrayed diversity, equity and inclusion programs as illega...[+2089 chars]" 2025-01-25T00:00:00 New sustainability reporting rules could hurt Ireland's reputation, law firms warn The Irish Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/25/New_sustainability_reporting_rules_could_hurt_Ireland_s_repu https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "New EU law requires large companies to produce reports setting out their impact on the environment. Several leading corporate law firms privately warned the government that it could harm Ireland's reputation as a business-friendly jurisdiction. .   ""The new law requires companies to report on their environmental impact""." New legislation requiring large companies to produce reports setting out their impact on the environment could harm Ireland's reputation as a 'business-friendly jurisdiction', several leading corporat...[+119 chars] 2025-01-24T23:25:00 What embracing climate data in your marketing will do Namrata Sandhu https://www.fastcompany.com/91266436/what-embracing-climate-data-in-your-marketing-will-do https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit,w_1024,h_1024/wp-cms-2/2025/01/Untitled-design-25.png US en Tech founder Vaayu provides software that enables retail brands and businesses to track their global impact. He explains how to effectively translate climate data into authentic, actionable marketing messaging from a tech founder who built a company grounded in science-based climate data and its real-world applications. Business thrives on data. We know that data drives strategy, innovation, and decision making, yet many businesses fail to unlock its full potential. While budgets are allocated and data is gathered an...[+4932 chars] 2025-01-24T23:18:31 Target announces it is rolling back DEI programs NBC News https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/target-announces-it-is-rolling-back-dei-programs-230229573539 https://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/t_nbcnews-fp-1200-630,f_auto,q_auto:best/mpx/2704722219/2025_01/1737760705530_now_hallie_cheung_target_250124_1920x1080-oe243v.jpg GB en The Minneapolis-based company will end its three-year DEI goals, stop reports to diversity-focused groups, and end a program focused on carrying more products from Black- or minority-owned businesses, according to a memo to its employees. In a memo to employees, the Minneapolis-based company says it will end its three-year DEI goals, stop reports to external diversity-focused groups, and end a program focused on carrying more products ...[+41 chars] 2025-01-24T23:14:12 Vietnam moves to develop carbon market with outlined roadmap https://english.vov.vn/en/economy/vietnam-moves-to-develop-carbon-market-with-outlined-roadmap-post1151020.vov https://media.vov.vn/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_en/public/2025-01/carbon%20market%20to%20take%20shape%20soon%20in%20Vietnam.jpg?v=1737768289 VN en A project aims to develop a carbon market in Vietnam to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The pilot phase of the project will last from 2025 to the end of 2028. The project defines two types of commodities for the carbon market: Greenhouse Gas Emission Quotas and Certified Carbon Credits. "A carbon market will take shape soon in Vietnam in an effort to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. (Illustrative photo) The project's overall goal is to develop a carbon market in Vietnam, contributi...[+1971 chars]" 2025-01-24T23:02:08 These companies are standing by their DEI policies amid backlash https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/24/these-companies-are-standing-by-their-dei-policies-amid-backlash https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/These-companies-are-standing-by-their-DEI-policies-amid-backlash.jpg US en Activist shareholders are pushing a proposal to roll back diversity and equity programs at Costco, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase & Co and others. The board of directors of Costco supports its diversity programs. Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon said the company is looking at the issues through the eyes of its clients. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said he's proud of what the company has done. "While some Leaders at Goldman Sachs, Costco and JPMorgan Chase & Co have recently spoken out in support of their diversity programs, as anti-DEI activist shareholders continue to push proposals that w...[+5097 chars]" 2025-01-24T23:00:00 Extra Space Storage Inc. Announces Tax Reporting Information for 2024 Distributions Inc https://www.hjnews.com/news/state/extra-space-storage-inc-announces-tax-reporting-information-for-2024-distributions/article_fb994676-d791-5788-bd6d-74426b7fde88.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/hjnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/12/a123b828-7360-5e62-a5af-712dd4df2953/6089c2fced75b.image.jpg?crop=1846%2C969%2C146%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Extra Space Storage Inc. (NYSE:EXR) announced today the tax allocations of the Company's 2024 dividend distributions on its common stock. The allocations are as follows for common shares CUSIP# 30225T102 and will be reported on Form 1099-DIV. "SALT LAKE CITY, /PRNewswire/ -- Extra Space Storage Inc. (NYSE:EXR) (the ""Company"") announced today the tax allocations of the Company's 2024 dividend distributions on its common stock. The allocation...[+96 chars]" 2025-01-24T22:54:59 Are Sheffield Green Ltd.'s (Catalist:SGR) Fundamentals Good Enough to Warrant Buying Given The Stock's Recent Weakness? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sheffield-green-ltd-catalist-sgr-225459635.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/d43968f232f0a675f3e0acde96f52fef US en Sheffield Green's (Catalist:SGR) stock is down 1.6% over the past week. Its ROE is 2.2%, which is below the industry average of 15%. However, the company grew its net income at a rate of 44% in the last five years. Its three-year median payout ratio of 62% suggests the company has been able to achieve a high growth in earnings despite returning most of its income to shareholders. With its stock down 1.6% over the past week, it is easy to disregard Sheffield Green (Catalist:SGR). But if you pay close attention, you might find that its key financial indicators look quite decent,...[+4283 chars] 2025-01-24T22:51:03 Costco investors vote against anti-DEI proposal https://www.abccolumbia.com/2025/01/24/costco-investors-vote-against-anti-dei-proposal https://www.abccolumbia.com/content/uploads/2024/12/h/t/3bfcc74c2016cbd166529a43280e9bef8a4c4e49_fl9-720p_25.jpg US en A conservative think tank's proposal to investigate the business risks of Costco's diversity initiatives was voted down by 98% of shareholders. The vote came just days after President Trump's executive order to end DEI in the federal government. Costco leaders say DEI is important so all employees feel included and valued. "(CNN)– Costco shareholders voted down an investor proposal from a conservative think tank that urged management to investigate the business risks of its diversity initiatives. According to preliminary...[+345 chars]" 2025-01-24T22:05:19 Target Latest Company to End DEI Policies Under Pressure from Tennessee Filmmaker Robby Starbuck Kaitlin Housler https://tennesseestar.com/culture/target-latest-company-to-end-dei-policies-under-pressure-from-tennessee-filmmaker-robby-starbuck/khousler/2025/01/24 https://tennesseestar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/target-store_840x480.webp US en Robby Starbuck, a political commentator and filmmaker from Tennessee, has been exposing DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) policies in the workplace since June 2024. Target is the latest company to change its DEI policies after being investigated by Robby Starbuck. Target is the latest company to scale back several of its 'woke' DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) policies after being investigated by Robby Starbuck, the political commentator and filmmaker from Te...[+2672 chars] 2025-01-24T22:00:00 Global X ETFs Announces Product Updates PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/global-x-etfs-announces-product-220000126.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/220bf381ede3b6a097e11b48a2f6e0ad US en Global X Management Company LLC is the adviser to the largest thematic issuer in the world. Global X Funds' Board of Trustees decided on January 24, 2025, that it was in the best interests of the Funds and their shareholders to liquidate each of the funds. The Funds will cease trading at the end of the trading day on Friday, February 14, 2025. They will be liquidated on or around February 21, 2025 and shareholders will receive a cash distribution equal to the net asset value of their shares as of that date. NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Global X ETFs, the New York-based provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), has a diverse product lineup across its Thematic Growth, Income, International Acces...[+5365 chars] 2025-01-24T21:34:00 Costco's Response to Trump's War on DEI: Boy Bye Angela Johnson https://www.theroot.com/costcos-response-to-trump-s-war-on-dei-boy-bye-1851747250 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_675,pg_1,q_80,w_1200/cc07770f9b065850ce32275cea3c9cc6.jpg US en President Donald Trump wants to roll back workplace initiatives related to the support of diversity, equity and inclusion in both the public and private sectors. More than 98 percent of Costco's shareholders voted against a proposal from conservative think tank the National Center for Public Policy Research calling for an investigation into the risks DEI initiatives would have on business. President Donald Trump has made it clear that one of the top priorities of his second term is to roll back workplace initiatives related to the support of diversity, equity and inclusion in both the p...[+2123 chars] 2025-01-24T21:30:00 SIMPLY BETTER BRANDS CORP. ANNOUNCES RSU GRANT CNW Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/simply-better-brands-corp-announces-213000833.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/cnwgroup.com/d4157c710dd84585126b590b91481658 US en Simply Better Brands Corp. grants 49,381 restricted share units to certain members of the board of directors of the Company pursuant to the Company's incentive compensation plan. The company is a rapidly growing brand accelerator in the global protein-based nutrition category. It is focused on innovation and customer empowerment. "VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 24, 2025 /CNW/ - Simply Better Brands Corp. (""SBBC"" or the ""Company"") (TSX Venture: SBBC) (OTCQX: SBBCF) announces the grant of 49,381 restricted share units (""RSUs"") to certain me...[+1298 chars]" 2025-01-24T21:11:15 Zoomaway Announces Two Changes to Board of Directors ACCESS Newswire https://www.indexjournal.com/news/business/zoomaway-announces-two-changes-to-board-of-directors/article_45a5df21-3154-57e3-87b6-d07fe379b68f.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/indexjournal.com/content/tncms/custom/image/f86d49d6-1891-11e7-8515-d3bd02e2b99c.png?resize=600%2C438 US en Jeremy Green has resigned from the Board of Directors of Zoomaway Technologies Inc. and Mark Romano has been added to the Board as an independent member. Sean Schaeffer, CEO of the company wishes Jeremy Green the best in his future endeavours. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / January 24, 2025 / ZoomAway Technologies Inc. (TSXV:ZMA)(OTC PINK:ZMWYF) (the ""Corporation"" or ""ZMA"") www.zoomaway.com today announced Jeremy Green's resignation from...[+406 chars]" 2025-01-24T20:34:08 Target is putting DEI on the chopping block https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/24/target-is-putting-dei-on-the-chopping-block https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Target-is-putting-DEI-on-the-chopping-block.jpg US en Target is changing the name of its Supplier Diversity team to Supplier Engagement. The company will stop reporting to external groups such as the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index and discontinue a program aimed at increasing its share of products from Black or minority-owned businesses. Costco's decision follows backlash over Pride month displays. "Target ( The company will end its three-year DEI goals and stop reporting to external groups such as the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index. Target will also discontinue a program aimed ...[+1248 chars]" 2025-01-24T20:30:00 National Action Network plans to boycott businesses that abandon DEI https://www.phillytrib.com/news/business/national-action-network-plans-to-boycott-businesses-that-abandon-dei/article_638486fb-e5a1-517f-a8c4-603d78163561.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/phillytrib.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/f8/cf838ecc-3702-5e9b-930e-d51804e50c9e/6793f80ee1b8c.image.jpg?crop=1210%2C635%2C187%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The National Action Network and its partners plan to begin a boycott of companies that have abandoned their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). The organizations haven't decided which companies they will boycott yet, but they have a growing list to choose from. "The National Action Network and its partners plan to begin a boycott of companies that have abandoned their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). The organizations have not decided yet...[+80 chars]" 2025-01-24T20:18:23 Target Becomes the Latest Brand to Roll Back D.E.I. Emma Goldberg https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/24/business/target-dei-rollback.html https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/01/24/multimedia/00Target-DEI-kqbv/00Target-DEI-kqbv-facebookJumbo.jpg US en Target is the latest company to withdraw from diversity and equity and inclusion programs. President Trump ordered federal agencies to investigate private sector entities for 'illegal' diversity programs. Last summer, Tractor Supply, John Deere and Harley-Davidson ditched D.E.I. programs, in response to threats of boycotts led by conservative activist Robby Starbuck. Days after President Trump ordered federal agencies to investigate private sector entities for 'illegal' diversity, equity and inclusion programs, Target has become the latest major company to retreat...[+2117 chars] 2025-01-24T20:17:24 DEI Under Fire: Target Rolls Back Diversity Plans As Costco Keeps Them—Here's The List Of Major Companies Dropping DEI Conor Murray https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/01/24/dei-under-fire-target-rolls-back-diversity-initiative-as-costco-keeps-it-heres-the-list-of-major-companies-dropping-it https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6793f30a71170f149977ba3d/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=3000,1688,x0,y47,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Target is the latest company to abandon diversity, equity and inclusion goals. President Donald Trump wants to eliminate DEI programs within the federal government. Walmart, McDonald's, Boeing, Lowe's, Ford and others have already abandoned DEI goals. Conservative groups have filed shareholder proposals urging Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase to review their diversity efforts. Target became the latest company to nix diversity, equity and inclusion goals Friday, as a growing wave of companies pull back on their DEI commitments following President Donald Trump's election, as ...[+14439 chars] 2025-01-24T20:09:46 Sen. Cruz Exposes Government Contractor Disguising DEI Offices: ‘THAT ENDS NOW!' https://mrctv.org/blog/craig-bannister/sen-cruz-exposes-government-contractor-disguising-dei-offices-ends-now https://cdn.mrctv.org/files/styles/large/s3/2025-01/CruzChairSerious.JPG?itok=MA7UvhV1 US en An agency contractor is changing the name of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) offices in violation of the Trump administration's executive orders. The DEI Office will be called the Office of Access, Culture and Opportunity (OACO) and the DEI Lead will be known as the Access, culture and Opportunity Lead. "| January 24, 2025 'THAT ENDS NOW!' Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) declared Friday, announcing that he has discovered an agency contractor is attempting to furtively violate President Donald Trump's execu...[+2318 chars]" 2025-01-24T19:36:13 These companies are standing by their DEI policies amid backlash https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/these-companies-are-standing-by-their-dei-policies-amid-backlash/ar-AA1xL6pc US en Some companies are backing away from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, while others are sticking with their previous commitments. Goldman Sachs, Costco and JPMorgan Chase & Co have recently spoken out in support of their diversity programs. President Donald Trump signed an executive order dismantling DEI programs in the federal government. "While some companies are steering away from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, others are sticking with their previous commitments. Leaders at Goldman Sachs, Costco and JPMorgan Chase & ...[+6087 chars]" 2025-01-24T19:21:00 Form 8.3 - [DS Smith PLC] Jan. 24, 2025 19:21 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6023389 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/NTdlNTdlY2ItNDFhZS00NWM0LWI3OTEtMjY5NWI0ZDQ2NDI2LTEwMTMzMTM=/tiny/Danske-Bank-A-S.png TW en Danske Bank A/S is a discloser of interests and short positions in 1% or more of the relevant securities. The latest date of the disclosure is 23 January 2025. All interests and all short positions should be disclosed. Details of open stock-settled derivative positions and agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions). "GlobeNewswire Jan. 24, 2025 19:21 FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code...[+5932 chars]" 2025-01-24T19:14:39 The Risks of Retreat: Trump's Executive Order and Corporate Diversity Dilemmas Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3238436-the-risks-of-retreat-trumps-executive-order-and-corporate-diversity-dilemmas https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/03_03_2020_19_08_19_05616.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en President Trump's executive order urges an end to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Some U.S. companies have already curtailed their DEI programs. Experts warn that reducing DEI efforts could result in increased discrimination lawsuits as companies struggle to comply with state and federal laws. President Donald Trump's recent executive order urging an end to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in both federal agencies and private companies may escalate legal challenges for businesse...[+815 chars] 2025-01-24T19:08:59 Costco is sticking with DEI William Gavin https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/costco-is-sticking-with-dei-2c1d67ce37d0725a78ba662272bc9f69488749c0 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_675,pg_1,q_80,w_1200/d1d93d0bb2268e3029020df88dcf6426.jpg FR en "The National Center for Public Policy Research called diversity, equity, and inclusion programs ""illegal, immoral and detrimental to shareholder value"" at Costco's annual meeting. 98% of shares voted against the proposal. Costco's CEO Ron Vachris took the step even though other companies back down." Costco (COST-0.70% ) shareholders on Thursday soundly rejected a conservative think tank's proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining diversity and inclusion initiatives, even as other c...[+803 chars] 2025-01-24T19:00:00 Schneider Electric named The World's Most Sustainable Corporation for a second time https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6023526 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F01%2F24%2F4405d215a72543ff8c4e7743e886b920.jpeg TW en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice. 14th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7th in the top 10, and in the DJSI Europe index. "First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice 14 th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7 th top 10 ranking consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7 top 10 ranking Follows strong 2...[+4241 chars]" 2025-01-24T18:59:58 Target Reverses DEI Programs Amid Political Pressure Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3238426-target-reverses-dei-programs-amid-political-pressure https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/01_07_2024_16_40_52_1900533.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Target announced on Friday it would end its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. This follows President Trump's executive order urging a rollback of DEI policies in federal agencies and private companies. Walmart and Amazon have also reduced their DEI efforts. Costco shareholders voted against ceasing DEI initiatives. Target announced on Friday it would end its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, marking another U.S. corporation stepping back from such initiatives. This follows President Trump's execut...[+663 chars] 2025-01-24T18:40:00 DZS to Present at the Dealflow Events MicroCap Conference 2025 DZS https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dzs-present-dealflow-events-microcap-184000640.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/91bf4738a4f4e1ecf6d8a4a42a122dc5 US en Geoff Burke will present at the Dealflow Events MicroCap Conference 2025. The conference is being held January 28-30, 2025, at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City, N.J. DZS is a developer of Network Edge and Connectivity systems and Cloud Edge software solutions enabling broadband everywhere. DALLAS, TX / / January 24, 2025 / DZS (OTC PINK:DZSI), a developer of Network Edge and Connectivity systems and Cloud Edge software solutions enabling broadband everywhere, today announced that Geoff ...[+3213 chars] 2025-01-24T18:30:15 Alter Ego Media: Board Announcement About the Initial Public Offering Σύνταξη https://www.in.gr/2025/01/24/english-edition/alter-ego-media-board-announcement-initial-public-offering https://www.in.gr/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ot_alterego_blue252-620x350.png GR en The Board of Directors of Alter Ego Media S.A. extends its gratitude to the investors for their response to the recent public offering. The total proceeds raised from the share increase by payment in cash and abolition of the pre-emption right of existing shareholders amount to €56,996,000. The Listings and Market Operation Committee of the ATHEX at its meeting dated 24.01.2025 approved the listing of all the Company's shares on the Regulated Securities Market of the Athens Exchange. "THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF «ALTER EGO MEDIA S.A.» (the 'Company') EXTENDS ITS GRATIDUDE to the investors for their response to the recent public offering in the context of its share capital increase an...[+4381 chars]" 2025-01-24T18:06:04 Target rolls back DEI initiatives, the latest big company to retreat Melissa Repko https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/target-rolls-back-dei-initiatives-the-latest-big-company-to-retreat/ar-AA1xOaqa US en Target is ending its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) goals. The company also stops reporting to external diversity-focused groups. Target joins a growing list of companies including Tractor Supply, Facebook's parent Meta, Walmart and McDonald's that have dropped DEI-related goals. "Target on Friday said it's rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion programs — including some that aim to make its workforce and merchandise better reflect its customers. In a memo sent to its emp...[+4620 chars]" 2025-01-24T17:54:28 France urges Brussels to delay EU green rules for business Giorgio Leali https://www.eenews.net/articles/france-urges-brussels-to-delay-eu-green-rules-for-business https://www.eenews.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/eenewslogo-sqaure.jpg US en France is pushing to delay EU rules requiring companies to report on their environmental footprint and exposure to climate risk and to check that their suppliers comply with environmental and forced labor rules. France pushed to delay indefinitely a new European directive on corporate due diligence and to delay by two years the corporate sustainability reporting directive (CSRD). PARIS/BRUSSELS — France is pushing to delay EU rules requiring companies to report on their environmental footprint and exposure to climate risk and to check that their suppliers comply with environme...[+631 chars] 2025-01-24T17:30:24 D. Boral Capital Acted as Joint Bookrunner to Decent Holding Inc. (Nasdaq: DXST) in connection ... D. Boral Capital https://www.enidnews.com/region/d-boral-capital-acted-as-joint-bookrunner-to-decent-holding-inc-nasdaq-dxst-in-connection/article_df71b63e-e05f-5421-88f0-57a53a9cd789.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Decent Holding Inc. (Nasdaq: DXST) announced the closing of its initial public offering of 1,250,000 ordinary shares (Ordinary Shares) at a public offering price of $4.00 per share for gross proceeds of $5 million. Ordinary Shares commenced trading on Nasdaq Capital Market on January 22, 2025, under the ticker symbol 'DXST.' The Offering closed on January 23, 2025. The Company has granted the underwriters an option to purchase up to an additional 187,500 ordinary shares to cover over-allotments, if any. NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Jan. 23, 2025, Decent Holding Inc. (Nasdaq: DXST) (the 'Company'), an established wastewater treatment services provider in China, announced the closing ...[+6191 chars] 2025-01-24T16:59:00 Senegal: Thialy Faye Picked to Lead National EITI Committee Jason Ange Quenum https://www.ecofinagency.com/mining/2401-46363-senegal-thialy-faye-picked-to-lead-national-eiti-committee https://www.ecofinagency.com/media/k2/items/cache/a9a7c8f3876415532fe1a26972036284_S.jpg FR en Thialy Faye was appointed as the new chairman of Senegal's national EITI committee. He will focus on managing the extractive sector transparently and efficiently. The sector represented 4.7% of the GDP and 31.9% of exports in 2023. (Ecofin Agency) - Senegal has been part of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) since October 2013. A local committee oversees the implementation of the EITI Standard and publishes...[+1405 chars] 2025-01-24T16:01:00 PLDT and UP hike bourse know-how based on ESG Rizal Raoul Reyes https://businessmirror.com.ph/2025/01/25/pldt-and-up-hike-bourse-know-how-based-on-esg https://businessmirror.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/BusinessMirror-KnowMore-2.jpg PH en PLDT participated in the UPIC Investor Insights: PSE Listed Company Showcase. It addressed a group of university students eager to explore the stock market. It also discussed the growing importance of sustainability in the global business and investment landscape. PLDT continues to participate actively in knowledge exchange sessions to share best practices and engage with its stakeholders on ESG issues and solutions. To boost awareness on the country's stock market, PLDT Inc. (PLDT) recently participated in the 'UPIC Investor Insights: PSE Listed Company Showcase:' a knowledge-sharing session hosted by mobile-trad...[+2185 chars] 2025-01-24T15:49:15 Kweichow Moutai Presents Chinese Enterprise's ESG Insights at 2025 WEF Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/kweichow-moutai-presents-chinese-enterprise-s-esg-insights-at-2025-wef/article_d86ce697-f24a-5644-acec-f199525f14b4.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/9a/59a496d3-1744-5ae2-80df-6ebf9bd1e811/6793b757425f1.image.jpg?crop=1729%2C908%2C0%2C123&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Wang Li, General Manager of Kweichow Moutai Group, China's top liquor company, was invited to participate in the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting. Wang explained the ESG development based on M outai's practices at the 2025 Davos-Tencent Finance Vision Dinner and at the Davos and Caixin CEO luncheons. Wang will also take part in the 'China Night' dialogue at WEF. "DAVOS, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 24, 2025-- Wang Li, General Manager of Kweichow Moutai Group, China's top liquor company, was invited to participate in the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) Ann...[+2983 chars]" 2025-01-24T15:45:47 Scaling Back DEI: A Legal and Ethical Quagmire for U.S. Companies Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3238191-scaling-back-dei-a-legal-and-ethical-quagmire-for-us-companies https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/05_08_2024_08_03_53_0155759.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Trump administration's executive order encourages termination of diversity initiatives. Many companies have reduced diversity initiatives, fearing conservative backlash and legal repercussions. Lawsuits could arise from scaling back efforts to recruit diverse candidates or audit pay practices, highlighting the legal and ethical complexities companies face. U.S. companies reducing diversity initiatives may face increased lawsuits, experts warn. Despite directives from the Trump administration to scale back these programs, such actions could inadvertently...[+605 chars] 2025-01-24T15:36:32 Cities More Than Structures: Building Collective Habitats Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/Cities_More_Than_Structures_Building_Collective_Habitats https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/[] US en Business leaders need to look beyond immediate economic outcomes and adopt a long-term vision that considers social, environmental and cultural impact, says Mr. Rennie. for more information, go to: http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-achieve-a-long-term-vision/ Business leaders need to look beyond immediate economic outcomes and adopt a long-term vision that considers social, environmental and cultural impact. 2025-01-24T15:35:57 Costco Shareholders Overwhelmingly Support Company's DEI Policies As Other Major Retailers Retreat Pamela N. Danziger https://www.forbes.com/sites/pamdanziger/2025/01/24/costco-shareholders-overwhelmingly-support-companys-dei-policies-as-other-major-retailers-retreat https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67938db9f016fd5204da0c93/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=3000,1687,x0,y281,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en In a nearly unanimous decision, Costco shareholders voted in support of the company's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. NCPPR's deputy director Ethan Peck declared DEI is illegal, immoral and detrimental to shareholder value. President Trump issued an executive order dismantling DEI programs across the federal government. Attorney generals of 20 states sent a letter to Fortune 100 CEOs warning them about corporate DEI policies. In a nearly unanimous decision, Costco shareholders voted in support of Costco's current diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives after the National Center for Public Policy Research submitted a pr...[+5509 chars] 2025-01-24T15:29:50 Yermys Pena https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/people/yermyspena https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6787c305edbe165a87d9d0d2/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=200,200,x0,y0,safe&width=300 US en Business leaders need to adopt a long-term vision that considers social, environmental and cultural impact, according to Business Today's editorial board. 4.4 minutes ago Business Today wrote that business leaders should look beyond immediate economic outcomes and adopt a vision for the future. "4 minutes ago Business leaders need to look beyond immediate economic outcomes and adopt a long-term vision that considers social, environmental and cultural impact." 2025-01-24T14:52:40 France asks EU to delay rights, environment business rules NICOLAS TUCAT https://www.dailygazette.com/news/national/france-asks-eu-to-delay-rights-environment-business-rules/article_8ee33235-522e-52e7-8209-6c63a83a43b3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/dailygazette.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/f7/1f758f07-3e4c-53ee-926d-ca66413e6907/67938474f3682.image.jpg?crop=341%2C341%2C85%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en France wants the European Union to suspend landmark new rules on environmental and human rights supply chain standards. Brussels wants to make life easier for firms complaining about excessive regulation. Brussels worries that the EU is failing to keep up with the United States and facing competition from China. "France on Friday asked the European Union to suspend ""indefinitely"" landmark new rules on environmental and human rights supply chain standards, saying they were too burdensome for businesses. The cal...[+3441 chars]" 2025-01-24T14:50:40 SDX Energy shareholders approve delisting from AIM https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/sdx-energy-shareholders-approve-delisting-from-aim/ar-AA1xNCvE US en SDX Energy PLC's shareholders have voted to approve the delisting of the company's ordinary shares from the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. The company's shares are scheduled to be delisted on February 3, 2025. January 31, 2025 is the last day for trading the shares on the market. LONDON - SDX Energy PLC, an oil and gas exploration company, announced today that its shareholders have voted to approve the delisting of the company's ordinary shares from the AIM market of the Londo...[+1531 chars] 2025-01-24T14:50:00 HKEX to push forward paperless listing reforms following support in consultation The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/225986/HKEX-to-push-forward-paperless-listing-reforms-following-support-in-consultation https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/instant_news/20250124/20250124225408225986contentPhoto1.jpg?1737731225 HK en The proposals to further expand the paperless listing regime in Hong Kong won a majority support in a consultation. The stock exchange will adopt all the proposals with minor modifications. Sustainability sits at the core of HKEX's strategic development and it is committed to promoting the market infrastructure with sustainable best practices. "The proposals to further expand the paperless listing regime in Hong Kong won a majority support in a consultation, the stock exchange said. All the proposals received support from a majority of respo...[+860 chars]" 2025-01-24T14:41:49 ECG privitisation: Energy Minister sets committee to design roadmap https://www.myjoyonline.com/ecg-privitisation-energy-minister-sets-committee-to-design-roadmap https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-14.07.28.jpeg GH en The Minister of Energy and Green Transition John Jinapor inaugurated a seven-member committee to advise on a roadmap for the privatisation of the Electricity Company of Ghana. The committee has a timeline of one month to deliver a financially sustainable privatisation model to ensure the efficient running of the power distribution agencies. "The Minister of Energy and Green Transition John Jinapor has inaugurated a seven member committee to advice on a roadmap for the privitisation of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). The minister c...[+2275 chars]" 2025-01-24T14:24:55 ‘Win For Freedom': House Republicans Celebrate Exodus Of Companies From ‘Climate Cartel' Leif Le Mahieu https://www.dailywire.com/news/win-for-freedom-house-republicans-celebrate-exodus-of-companies-from-climate-cartel https://dw-wp-production.imgix.net/2025/01/GettyImages-2194908177.jpg?w=1200&h=800&ixlib=react-9.3.0 US en The House Judiciary Committee is investigating the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative and Climate Action 100+ which it says have worked together with corporations to push leftist ESG goals and decarbonization of the American economy. BlackRock, which controls over $11 trillion in assets, left NZAM on January 9, one day before a deadline. "A growing number of corporations are exiting a left-wing 'climate cartel' amid pressure from congressional Republicans, the House Judiciary Committee told The Daily Wire on Friday. The committee has b...[+2513 chars]" 2025-01-24T14:15:49 Taxation: the catalyst for a Just Transition https://www.businesspost.ie/commercial-reports/taxation-the-catalyst-for-a-just-transition https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=f70cb92c-9d23-56ab-b88b-ecea8a6f1e82&type=preview&function=original IE en The concept of a just transition ensures that the benefits of a green economy are widely shared and that those most affected by the transition are adequately supported. Tax policy is a powerful tool in the arsenal of strategies designed to achieve this just transition. For business leaders, understanding and engaging with these policies is a strategic opportunity to lead in the transition to a sustainable future. "The concept of a just transition ensures that the benefits of a green economy are widely shared and that those most affected by the transition are adequately supported. A just transition is about more...[+3949 chars]" 2025-01-24T14:06:00 Signify proposes to re-appoint Gerard van de Aast to the Supervisory Board https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6023127 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Gerard van de Aast will be re-appointed to the Supervisory Board of Signify for a period of two years. Signify is the world leader in lighting for professionals, consumers and the Internet of Things. In 2024, Signify had sales of EUR 6.1 billion and 29,000 employees in over 70 countries. "Press Release January 24, 2025 Signify proposes to re-appoint Gerard van de Aast to the Supervisory Board Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, proposes...[+1833 chars]" 2025-01-24T14:00:00 BlackRock Switches Indexes for 3 Euro Multifactor ETFs Lauren Gibbons https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/blackrock-switches-indexes-3-euro-140000139.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/indexuniverse.com/21363c2ab77a4455c37b293c1eb74469 US en BlackRock Inc. has switched the indexes of three multifactor ETFs to achieve better global consistency within its factor investing range. The new indexes will include a low volatility factor and a different weighting methodology. The firm's largest U.S.-listed ETF of all is the iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV), with assets under management of nearly $560 billion. "BlackRock Inc. has switched the indexes of three multifactor ETFs as it aims to achieve better global consistency within its factor investing range. The $633 million iShares STOXX World Equity Multifa...[+1642 chars]" 2025-01-24T13:59:10 ESG: Still (Quietly) Big in Europe Andrew Stuttaford https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/esg-still-quietly-big-in-europe https://i0.wp.com/www.nationalreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/esg.jpg?fit=789%2C460&ssl=1 US en ESG is an investment discipline that is good for fees and good for using other people's money to pursue a political agenda. The Financial Times has a story on how European asset managers are reacting to this development. Some are downplaying their activism, but many are sticking with ESG. The head of stewardship for a U.K. asset manager talks about the chilling effect from the politicization of climate change in the US and its spread to Europe and beyond. ESG, an investment 'discipline' that is good for fees and good for using other people's money to pursue a political agenda but not for much else, has been running into some turbulence in the U.S. And ...[+4599 chars] 2025-01-24T13:56:14 Genius Metals Inc. Completes a Second Tranche of a Non-Brokered Private Placement and Signs a ... Genius Metals Inc. https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/genius-metals-inc-completes-a-second-tranche-of-a-non-brokered-private-placement-and-signs/article_3308e01d-6118-56de-a828-fdc4ffa6f317.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Genius Metals Inc. completed a second tranche of its non-brokered private placement offering and issued 3,087,500 units of the Corporation for additional gross proceeds of $247,000. The Private Placement was made on January 24, 2025. "NOT FOR DI S SEMINATION I N T H E UNI T ED NOT FOR DI S SEMINATION I N T H E UNI T ED STATE S OR FOR DI S TRI B UT I ON TO U. S. NEWS W I RE SERVICES MONTRÉAL, Jan. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius...[+244 chars]" 2025-01-24T13:54:19 Leveraging ESG for sustainable urban development in Zim Tyla Tombs https://www.newsday.co.zw/theindependent/opinion/article/200037379/leveraging-esg-for-sustainable-urban-development-in-zim https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/theindependent/uploads/2025/01/lNyN6kPP9o3o48BlZutiVgWaH3mX4NNUcGlT1QkN.gif ZW en By 2050, 68% of the global population will live in urban areas. Urbanisation often causes environmental degradation, including pollution and habitat destruction. Sustainable practices are essential for urban environments as they will reduce waste, protect natural ecosystems and reduce pollution. Zimbabwe's urban population has increased significantly, particularly in major cities like Harare. Urban dwellers often live in informal settlements that lack access to essential services. Zimbabwe is vulnerable to natural disasters such as floods, droughts, and cyclones, exacerbated by climate change. "Sustainable practices are essential for urban environments as they will reduce waste, protect natural ecosystems and reduce pollution. THE United Nations estimates that by 2050, 68% of the global popu...[+11280 chars]" 2025-01-24T13:47:35 STANDEX ANNOUNCES TIMING OF SECOND QUARTER FISCAL 2025 RESULTS PR Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/standex-announces-timing-of-second-quarter-fiscal-2025-results/article_bb1c007d-cb26-55be-99e2-23b3b5194c83.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Standex International Corporation will announce its second quarter fiscal 2025 financial results on Thursday, January 30, 2025 after the close of the market and broadcast its conference call live over the Internet at 8:30 a.m. ET on Friday, January 31, 2025. David Dunbar, President & CEO, and Ademir Sarcevic, CFO & Treasurer, will review the Company's second quarter financial results, business highlights and outlook. SALEM, N.H., Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Standex International Corporation (NYSE: SXI) will announce its second quarter fiscal 2025 financial results on Thursday, January 30, 2025 after the close of...[+293 chars] 2025-01-24T13:40:58 Here's what CEOs are saying about DEI at Davos Brandon Gomez https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/24/heres-what-ceos-are-saying-about-dei-at-davos.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108091147-1737632696752-gettyimages-2194480582-DAVOS_WEF_2025.jpeg?v=1737722943&w=1920&h=1080 US en Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a buzzword at Davos this year's World Economic Forum. President Trump signed an executive order dismantling the federal government's diversity and inclusion programs. Most corporate leaders who spoke to CNBC reiterated that while the language may change and internal policies may be tweaked, company values will remain the same. "There are three buzzwords among politicians and business leaders at this year's World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland: diversity, equity and inclusion. It's no surprise DEI is on c...[+4450 chars]" 2025-01-24T13:34:09 Costco is sticking with DEI William Gavin https://www.yahoo.com/news/costco-sticking-dei-133409133.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/quartz.com/42cc39b92b481f068f11107da6b7a18f US en The National Center for Public Policy Research called diversity, equity, and inclusion programs 'illegal, immoral and detrimental to shareholder value' at Costco's annual meeting. 98% of shares voted against the proposal. The chairman of Costco's board of directors said the company has always been 'purposefully non-political' with an emphasis on a 'welcoming workforce' Costco (COST) shareholders on Thursday soundly rejected a conservative think tank's proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining diversity and inclusion initiatives, even as other companie...[+2617 chars] 2025-01-24T12:34:47 France's Bold Move: Streamlining EU Regulations Amid Global Competition Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3237827-frances-bold-move-streamlining-eu-regulations-amid-global-competition https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/27_06_2024_14_05_44_6436762.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en France proposes a delay in environmental reporting requirements for companies and suggests adjustments to recently established laws. EU businesses criticize recent environmental regulations for challenging their competitive edge against U.S. firms. President Donald Trump's push to ease corporate rules adds pressure on the EU to streamline its regulatory framework. In a bid to enhance competitiveness, France is advocating for a 'massive pause' on new European Union regulations. The French government is proposing a delay in environmental reporting requirements fo...[+567 chars] 2025-01-24T12:33:45 Harvest ETFs Announces January 2025 Distributions Business Wire https://www.saultstar.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/harvest-etfs-announces-january-2025-distributions https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/a6eb3d9798bf2f3cbcf1e6e6a47e4846?s=70&d=mp CA en The estimated distribution will be paid on or about February 7, 2025 to unitholders of record on January 31, 2025 with an ex-dividend date of January 31. The final distribution amount will be announced January 30, 2025. Harvest is an independent Canadian Investment Fund Manager managing $5.4 billion in assets for Canadian Investors. "Published Jan 24, 2025 • 4 minute read OAKVILLE, Ontario — Harvest Portfolios Group Inc. ('Harvest') announces the following distributions for Harvest ETFs for the month ending January 31, 2025. The d...[+4029 chars]" 2025-01-24T12:10:08 Costco shareholders just destroyed an anti-DEI push Reuters https://edition.cnn.com/2025/01/24/business/costco-dei https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/shutterstock-editorial-14294633d.jpg?c=16x9&q=w_800,c_fill US en More than 98% of Costco shareholders voted against a proposal asking for a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives. Many companies added or beefed up such initiatives starting in 2020 amid the Black Lives Matter movement. President Trump has issued an executive order that directed government agency chiefs to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies, federal contractors and private sector. Costco shareholders voted strongly against a proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives, the U.S. company said on Thursday, sending a message runn...[+2162 chars] 2025-01-24T12:01:44 Marimaca Announces Lodgement of Prospectus for Proposed Listing on the Australian Securities Exchange Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/marimaca-announces-lodgement-of-prospectus-for-proposed-listing-on-the-australian-securities-exchange https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzNjkwNyM2NzA4MjExIzIwODc5NTc= CA en Marimaca Copper Corp. has lodged a prospectus with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission in relation to its proposed listing on the ASX. Under the Prospectus, the Company will offer one hundred (100) common shares in the Company in the form of CHESS Depository Interests at an issue price of A$6.00 per CDI. The Offer is expected to open on or around 4 February 2025 and close on 11 February 2025. The commencement of trading of CDIs is expected on Thursday, 13 March 2025. "Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Marimaca Copper Corp. ('Marimaca' or the 'Company') (TSX: MARI) is pleased to announce that the Company has lodged a prosp...[+905 chars]" 2025-01-24T12:00:00 Wyoming's money managers fear losses from Freedom Caucus' investment restrictions Andrew Graham Wyo File.com https://billingsgazette.com/news/state-regional/article_2336a1bb-8302-53e1-af9b-f455cf5eb347.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/billingsgazette.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/33/2336a1bb-8302-53e1-af9b-f455cf5eb347/67941c6e092d5.preview.jpg?crop=1476%2C775%2C68%2C109&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The House Freedom Caucus' proposed ban on 'environmental, social and governance' investing threatens Wyoming's pensions and stock market returns, the state's investment chiefs say. The bill's sponsor, Gillette Republican Christopher Knapp, is trying to achieve the caucus' ideological goals without tanking state's returns. Money managers on Friday had excoriated the bill, telling lawmakers on the House Minerals, Business and Economic Development Committee that it could make Wyoming's investment pools toxic to talented financiers. "CHEYENNE — The House Freedom Caucus' proposed ban on 'environmental, social and governance' investing threatens Wyoming's pensions and stock market returns, the state's investment chiefs say. Those wa...[+6683 chars]" 2025-01-24T11:49:00 Final vote set on ‘healthy buildings' scheme Matthew Eadie https://evanstonnow.com/final-vote-set-on-healthy-buildings-scheme https://evanstonnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/7.26.24_Trulee.jpg US en Evanston's City Council is scheduled to adopt a Healthy Buildings Ordinance on Monday. It would require buildings over 20,000 square feet to be emissions-free and powered by renewable energy by 2050. Northwestern University sent the city a letter complaining the ordinance conflicts with the school's infrastructure master plan. "Evanston's City Council is scheduled to adopt a Healthy Buildings Ordinance Monday that would require hundreds of buildings to be emissions-free and powered by renewable energy by 2050. Council approv...[+2865 chars]" 2025-01-24T11:17:21 Lian Beng offers to take subsidiary SLB Development private for 23 cents in cash per scheme share https://www.theedgesingapore.com/news/offer/lian-beng-offers-take-subsidiary-slb-development-private-23-cents-cash-scheme-share https://edgemarkets-transferred.s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/ong%20pang%20aik%20lian%20beng_0_0_1_0_0_1.jpg?JmNeOoxSXeA8Hk6DVUn9K1BLxXSktn6Y SG en Lian Beng Group is offering 23 cents per scheme share to take its subsidiary SLB Development private on Jan 24. Lian Beng completed its privatisation in 2023 by the Ong family and officially delisted from the Mainboard of the Singapore Exchange on Aug 28, 2023. The offer represents a premium of approximately 54.4%, 62.0%, 69.1% and 88.5% over the VWAP of the shares traded on the SGX-ST. "Lian Beng Group announced that it is offering 23 cents in cash per scheme share to shareholders in a bid to take its subsidiary SLB Development private on Jan 24. This news comes more than a year afte...[+2639 chars]" 2025-01-24T11:14:29 'Accountancy can save biodiversity' Peter A Walker https://www.insider.co.uk/news/accountancy-can-save-biodiversity-glasgow-34545018 https://i2-prod.insider.co.uk/news/article34545008.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_Evangelos-Sertis-700x300pxls.jpg GB en Scottish businesses could do more to positively affect biodiversity, according to a new report. The report was carried out by the University of Glasgow based Adam Smith Observatory of Corporate Reporting Practices and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (Acca). Most companies generally provide a moderate level of biodiversity-related disclosures and report on a variety of drivers of biodiversity loss. From 2026, companies will be required to invest in biodiversity monitoring and reporting systems. "Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Sign up to The Climate Agenda - the one-stop shop for green businesses and those fighting clim...[+3114 chars]" 2025-01-24T11:09:18 TNFD issues new sector guidance to help track corporate nature impacts https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4401777/tnfd-issues-sector-guidance-help-track-corporate-nature-impacts https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/e245293/046478b6-4408-4eb0-ab1e-f72fba8624fa/5/Amazon-deforestation-370x229.jpg GB en The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures has this week released a second tranche of sector guidance to support the assessment, management and disclosure of nature-related issues by companies. It is intended to support companies' assessment and management of nature related issues. "Image: Credit: luoman / iStock The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures has this week released a second tranche of sector guidance to support the assessment, management, and disclosure of...[+38 chars]" 2025-01-24T10:53:53 Unlocking opportunities: South Africa's G20 potential https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/6367618067112/unlocking-opportunities-south-africas-g20-potential https://cf-images.eu-west-1.prod.boltdns.net/v1/static/1571595826001/14a24ca1-74f6-4564-ad71-a4d603d20491/3d6d7e52-1519-4370-841a-bb335fa1b015/1280x720/match/image.jpg ZA en Absa's Sustainable Finance Framework: Guiding Green, Social, and Sustainable Investments took center stage at WEF Davos. Charles Russon, Interim Group CEO of Absa Group, discusses the business implications of South Africa's G20 hosting role and the importance of collaboration for economic growth. Absa's Sustainable Finance Framework: Guiding Green, Social, and Sustainable Investments took center stage at WEF Davos. CNBC Africa's Fifi Peters sat down with Charles Russon, Interim Group CEO of Ab...[+144 chars] 2025-01-24T10:08:43 AI, cybersecurity strategies tackled at GRC PH Conclave Manila Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/AI_cybersecurity_strategies_tackled_at_GRC_PH_Conclave https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OCnWrXmpOOo/0.jpg US en "Delegats of various tech-adjacent industries gathered at the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Conclave on January 17 to tackle the issue of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and strategies to combat AI-driven. ""It is not only our responsibility to grow our magnitude, but we will make sure that we do it ethically and with utmost integrity.""" Delegats of various tech-adjacent industries gathered at the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Conclave on January 17 to tackle the issue of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence ...[+217 chars] 2025-01-24T10:07:17 BNP Paribas' ESG rethink to focus on profitable sustainable finance Virginia Furness https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/bnp-paribas-esg-rethink-focus-profitable-sustainable-finance-2025-01-24 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/LVHW2EWREBLE3P2MG6ZKSUINAM.jpg?auth=4d0b0516c7355a50f06e0de97f05d185f39baf06967be00f88710c06bddd530b&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en BNP Paribas is rethinking sustainable finance to focus on profitable deals and redefine what it considers sustainable. It is the latest bank to distance itself from the Environmental, Social and Governance label. Many big banks have reassessed their approach to climate finance in the face of political pressure, especially from conservative groups in the United States. LONDON, Jan 24 (Reuters) - BNP Paribas (BNPP.PA), opens new tab is rethinking sustainable finance to focus on profitable deals and on redefining what it considers sustainable, a senior executive said,...[+2982 chars] 2025-01-24T09:58:16 Swiss Steel plans Swiss stock exchange exit Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/multinational-companies/swiss-steel-wishes-to-withdraw-from-the-swiss-stock-exchange/88773048 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/01/65729adbd171a5f4afcb4cf138fd06269463d47d-88772809.jpg?ver=4ce7b3d4&fit=1200,900 CH en Swiss Steel is considering delisting from the SIX and trading its shares over the counter. The delisting would enable the company to refocus its resources to support the objectives of the SSG 2025 strategy. The news story has been written and fact-checked by an external editorial team. "+ Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Management is considering the possibility of trading its shares over the counter. An extraordinary general meeting is scheduled for Februar...[+1571 chars]" 2025-01-24T09:55:28 Change in leadership right thing to do, says outgoing Signify CEO https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/01/24/change-in-leadership-right-thing-to-do-says-outgoing-signify-ceo.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108091884-17377069081737706904-38128189000-1080pnbcnews.jpg?v=1737706907&w=1920&h=1080 US en Outgoing Signify CEO Eric Rondolat discusses the upcoming change in leadership and challenges facing the business with the company's new management team. He also discusses the future of the company and the challenges it faces. for more information, visit signify.com. Outgoing Signify CEO Eric Rondolat discusses the upcoming change in leadership and challenges facing the business. 2025-01-24T09:12:48 Costco Votes To Keep DEI. What Now? Isaac Willour https://www.dailywire.com/news/costco-votes-to-keep-dei-what-now https://dw-wp-production.imgix.net/2025/01/GettyImages-2181015208.jpg?w=1200&h=800&ixlib=react-9.3.0 US en More than 98% of shareholders voted against a recent proposal urging Costco to axe its diversity initiatives. Isaac Willour is an award-winning journalist focusing on race, culture, and American conservatism. He is a corporate relations analyst at Bowyer Research. Isaac's views do not necessarily represent those of The Daily Wire. Costco won't be gutting its diversity initiatives in response to the latest shareholder pushback. At its annual meeting yesterday, more than 98% of shareholders voted against a recent proposal urging ...[+3420 chars] 2025-01-24T08:45:56 Unity Bank, AquaEarth partner to advance ESG, sustainability practices Vanguard https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4068657/unity-bank-aquaearth-partner-to-advance-esg-sustainability-practices.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Unity Bank Plc completed a transformative project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting. The collaborative project focused on a comprehensive review and review of the bank's ESG and sustainability practices. As part of itscommitment to global and national sustainability standards aimed at enhancing its role in responsible banking and sustainable finance, Unity Bank Plc has successfully completed a transfo...[+327 chars] 2025-01-24T08:45:56 Unity Bank, AquaEarth partner to advance sustainability practices Vanguard https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4068650/unity-bank-aquaearth-partner-to-advance-sustainability-practices.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Unity Bank Plc has completed a transformative project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting. This is in line with its commitment to global and national sustainability standards aimed at enhancing its role in responsible banking and sustainable finance. Unity Bank Plc said that it hassuccessfully completed a transformative project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth ...[+299 chars] 2025-01-24T07:15:08 Rev. Al Sharpton Announces Boycott Against Companies Ending DEI Practices The Tennessee Tribune https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/Rev_Al_Sharpton_Announces_Boycott_Against_Companies_Ending_D https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/[] US en "Rev. Al Sharpton is urging the public to boycott companies cutting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Sharpton announced the boycott during a ceremony honoring slain civil rights leader on Monday (January 20th). ""You must have forgot who we are""" Rev. Al Sharpton is urging the public to boycott companies that are cutting their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.On Monday (January 20), Sharpton announced the boycott during a ceremo...[+74 chars] 2025-01-24T07:06:21 SL Green Realty Corp (SLG) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Record Leasing Activity and ... Guru Focus News https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/sl-green-realty-corp-slg-070621051.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/0b6e3d08974632aadcc126e8df42e7a0 US en SL Green Realty Corp (NYSE:SLG) achieved its third highest leasing year ever with 188 deals totaling 3.6 million square feet. The company closed on an opportunistic debt fund expected to exceed $1 billion in the first half of the year. It is uncertain about the impact of New York City's congestion tax on office demand and tenant preferences. "Leasing Deals: 188 individual leasing deals totaling 3.6 million square feet, third highest leasing year ever. Occupancy Rate: Ended the year at 92.5% occupancy, projecting over 93% leased occupancy i...[+4096 chars]" 2025-01-24T06:55:54 Dar Global may be listed on markets other than LSE: Al Shelash Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1784644 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/c792b5fa-6349-4336-a537-2d65fee2215f.png SA en Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development Co. considers to list Dar Global on markets other than London Stock Exchange. Dar Global invests in several countries, including the GCC, Spain, Greece, the UK, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and other Arab countries. It was listed in February 2023. "Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development Co. considers to list Dar Global on markets other than London Stock Exchange (LSE), such as New York Stock Exchange, Chairman Yousef Al Shelash told Asharq News. D...[+646 chars]" 2025-01-24T06:00:00 Enviri Corporation Announces New Board Members to Strengthen Strategy Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/regional/enviri-corporation-announces-new-board-members-to-strengthen-strategy https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Enviri-Corporation.png?fit=735%2C400&ssl=1 US en Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI) has unveiled plans to appoint two independent directors to its Board as part of its ongoing Board refreshment plan and a cooperation agreement with Neuberger Berman Investment Advisers. The first independent director will be appointed during the 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, with the second joining within the following 8 months. One existing director will step down in 2025, followed by another in 2026. PHILADELPHIA, PA — Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI) has unveiled plans to appoint two independent directors to its Board as part of its ongoing Board refreshment plan and a newly established cooperatio...[+2697 chars] 2025-01-24T05:59:32 UN, CEOs and investors discuss the journey to net zero: 'It's daunting ... but we need action' https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/01/24/un-ceos-investors-discuss-the-journey-to-net-zero-we-need-action.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108091649-iot.JPG?v=1737662189&w=1920&h=1080 US en Steve Sedgwick and Sanda Ojiambo discuss what the world needs to do to hit net zero. Syensqo's Ilham Kadri, GIB Asset Management's Katherine Garrett-Cox and Generate Capital's Scott Jacobs were also part of the discussion. CNBC's Steve Sedgwick discusses what the world needs to do to hit net zero with Sanda Ojiambo, CEO and executive director at U.N. Global Compact. Syensqo's Ilham Kadri, GIB Asset Management's Katherin...[+83 chars] 2025-01-24T05:50:02 Essity CEO Magnus Groth To Step Down https://www.esmmagazine.com/a-brands/essity-ceo-magnus-groth-to-step-down-281191 https://img.resized.co/esmmagazine/eyJkYXRhIjoie1widXJsXCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL21lZGlhLm1hZGlzb25wdWJsaWNhdGlvbnMuZXVcXFwvZXNtbWFnYXppbmUtcHJvZFxcXC91cGxvYWRzXFxcLzIwMjVcXFwvMDFcXFwvMjMwNzU3NDhcXFwvbWFnbnVzLWdyb3RoLXRlbmEuanBnXCIsXCJ3aWR0aFwiOjEyMDAsXCJoZWlnaHRcIjo2MjcsXCJkZWZhdWx0XCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL2ltZy5yZXNpemVkLmNvXFxcL25vLWltYWdlLnBuZ1wiLFwib3B0aW9uc1wiOltdfSIsImhhc2giOiJjMDc5ODk2MWQ3YTc5YjRhNDE3Y2MzMzc5ZWZmMzVkYjdlNGFiOWE0In0=/essity-ceo-magnus-groth-to-step-down.jpg IE en Magnus Groth will step down as CEO of Essity and from the company's board during 2025. He has led the Swedish firm for 14 years. A recruitment process to appoint his successor will be initiated immediately. He led the evolution of the former SCA business to Essity during his tenure as CEO. "The chief executive of personal care giant Essity, Magnus Groth, has announced that he plans to step down as CEO, and from the company's board, during 2025. Groth has led the Swedish firm for 14 years...[+1633 chars]" 2025-01-24T05:43:43 Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear talks politics and business at World Economic Forum McKenna Horsley https://nkytribune.com/2025/01/kentucky-governor-andy-beshear-talks-politics-and-business-at-world-economic-forum https://nkytribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/KyLantern_Beshears_State-of-Commonwealth-2025.jpg US en Andy Beshear and Sarah Huckabee Sanders are at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. They are talking about economic issues in their states and abroad. They also discuss issues that have become heavily politicized, such as diversity policies in the workplace and environmental sustainability. "By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern On stage at the World Economic Forum, Kentucky Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear spoke about economic issues in the state and abroad — including areas that have become h...[+6041 chars]" 2025-01-24T05:30:00 The end of ESG John Stossel https://lakelandtimes.com/news/2025/jan/24/the-end-of-esg https://lakelandtimes.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/news/documents/2025/01/21/lp1_t190.jpg?655b47b271cd5981075c7f364a9831fa91a6c0b8 US en 'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years ago. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus on sustainability but also on other aspects of business. You must be a subscriber to access this content. Lakeland Times is available in 1 year for 545 area zip codes only and 2 years for all other ZIP codes. "'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years back. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus … To view this content you must be logged in as a subscriber. Already have an accoun...[+269 chars]" 2025-01-24T05:13:25 The Korea ESG Standards Institute lowered the ESG sector rating for five companies, including DI Don.. Myongjiye. https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11226451 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202501/24/news-p.v1.20250124.e859ec17fed64286b942231b6e8b253d_P1.png KR en The Korea ESG Standards Institute lowered the ESG sector rating for five companies, including DI Dongil and Youngpoong, by one notch. The rating was adjusted in the fourth quarter to reflect ESG risks identified from October 17 to December 31 last year. "The Korea ESG Standards Institute lowered the ESG sector rating for five companies, including DI Dongil and Youngpoong, by one notch. The ESG Standards Institute announced on the 24th that it held an ...[+1677 chars]" 2025-01-24T05:01:07 Navigating SFDR disclosures Antoine Peter https://delano.lu/article/navigating-sfdr-disclosures https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/navigating-sfdr-disclosures/0.5/0.5/600/400/697182.jpg LU en Antoine Peter is senior manager at Arendt Regulatory & Consulting. He explains to Kangkan Halder the differences between article 8 and article 9 fund classifications and the challenges of navigating SFDR disclosures. According to Antoine Peter, the SFDR is both a transparency tool and a de facto labelling mechanism. The SFDR serves as both a transparency tool and a de facto labelling mechanism, empowering investors but necessitating detailed evaluation beyond broad classifications. Antoine Peter, senior manager a...[+6999 chars] 2025-01-24T05:00:00 John Stossel: The end of ESG https://www.unionleader.com/opinion/columnists/john-stossel-the-end-of-esg/article_3a78a5ba-d8cd-11ef-a576-0381583f6317.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/unionleader.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/83/a8304c07-22f5-5d53-8b96-9534fa98a745/5f176a4e224d7.image.jpg?crop=220%2C220%2C49%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en 'SUSTAINABILITY' investments became popular a few years ago. Most funds promoting'sustainable investment' did worse than the market. Today more companies are focusing on producing better products for less money. Intel's stock fell 60% last year. Ford recently announced it will no longer require employees to take LGBTQ advocacy group surveys. Lowe's will reduce its participation with the Human Rights Campaign. "'SUSTAINABILITY' investments became popular a few years back. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus on profit. They should put more effort into being 'nice.' Funds pushing ESG (environ...[+4039 chars]" 2025-01-24T04:23:31 Unity Bank, AquaEarth Consulting to advance ESG, sustainability practices Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4067767/unity-bank-aquaearth-consulting-to-advance-esg-sustainability-practices.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Unity Bank Plc has completed a transformative project to strengthen its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting. Unity Bank, AquaEarth consulting to advance ESG, sustainability practices at Unity Bank. The bank is based in Nigeria. Unity Bank Plc said it has completed a transformative project to strengthen its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) as well as sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting...[+153 chars] 2025-01-24T04:21:21 KPMG in Singapore Introduces Strategic Guide to Boost Digital Talent and Inspire Green Innovation Media Outreach Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/24/tmt-newswire/media-outreach-newswire/kpmg-in-singapore-introduces-strategic-guide-to-boost-digital-talent-and-inspire-green-innovation/2044031 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/24/523069.jpg PH en KPMG in Singapore has launched a strategic guide, Advancing Digital Sustainable Talent for the Future, to support local businesses in developing digital talent while embedding sustainability into their operations. The guide is closely aligned with national priorities such as the Forward Singapore exercise and the Singapore Green Plan 2030. It also advocates for businesses to adopt 'Green by Design' principles. "SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 January 2025 - KPMG in Singapore (KPMG) has launched a strategic guide, Advancing Digital Sustainable Talent for the Future , to support local businesses in de...[+6002 chars]" 2025-01-24T04:12:38 KPMG in Singapore Introduces Strategic Guide to Boost Digital Talent and Inspire Green Innovation Media Outreach https://www.indexjournal.com/news/business/kpmg-in-singapore-introduces-strategic-guide-to-boost-digital-talent-and-inspire-green-innovation/article_c1cd7359-2bd2-50ec-9e03-21d40b764d57.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/indexjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/90/0908f67b-d094-53c1-ae75-655035ed4fba/679314a4c1472.image.jpg?crop=1024%2C538%2C0%2C72&resize=1024%2C538&order=crop%2Cresize US en KPMG in Singapore has launched a strategic guide Advancing Digital Sustainable Talent for the Future to support local businesses in developing digital talent and embedding sustainability into their operations. The guide is closely aligned with national priorities such as the Forward Singapore exercise and the Singapore Green Plan 2030. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 January 2025 - KPMG in Singapore (KPMG) has launched a strategic guide, Advancing Digital Sustainable Talent for the Future, to support local businesses in dev...[+1162 chars] 2025-01-24T04:10:38 KPMG in Singapore Introduces Strategic Guide to Boost Digital Talent and Inspire Green Innovation https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/singapore-joey-tan-national-parks-production-facilities-073b435eeced8ddebf9ae3eb70029a94 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/83e0e88/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1024x576+0+54/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F5b%2Fab%2F33ef2bfb130f0753d401f6f3349b%2F2b5dd5fcb2170e94d96273bfe4925192 US en KPMG in Singapore has launched a strategic guide, Advancing Digital Sustainable Talent for the Future, to support local businesses in developing digital talent while embedding sustainability into their operations. The guide is closely aligned with national priorities such as the Forward Singapore exercise and the Singapore Green Plan 2030. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 January 2025 - KPMG in Singapore (KPMG) has launched a strategic guide, Advancing Digital Sustainable Talent for the Future, to support local businesses in dev...[+7507 chars] 2025-01-24T03:30:24 Senate panel, energy players discuss challenges Farieha Aziz https://www.dawn.com/news/1887284/senate-panel-energy-players-discuss-challenges https://www.dawn.com/_img/social-default.jpg PK en Pakistan State Oil's 14% circular debt is equivalent to its EBITDA for FY23. PSO has been the largest buyer of furnace oil for power plants and LNG in the country for onward sale to SNGPL. Sui Southern Gas Company Ltd is monitoring the situation to mitigate the adverse effects of gas supply curtailment on industries. KARACHI: Pakistan State Oil Managing Director Syed Muhammad Taha has said that empowering the board of management with regulatory powers is critical to ensuring the company's sustainability and enabli...[+1990 chars] 2025-01-24T03:22:41 Unity Bank, AquaEarth Consulting to advance ESG, sustainability practices Guardian Nigeria https://guardian.ng/business-services/business/unity-bank-aquaearth-consulting-to-advance-esg-sustainability-practices https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Unity-Bank.jpg NG en Unity Bank Plc has completed a transformative project to strengthen its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting. The project focused on a comprehensive review and enhancement of Unity Bank's ESG practices. It resulted in the development of robust policies, frameworks and a forward-looking sustainability strategy. Unity Bank Plc said it has completed a transformative project to strengthen its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) as well as sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting...[+2082 chars] 2025-01-24T03:12:57 Costco defends DEI policies from shareholder criticism The Associated Press https://finance-commerce.com/2025/01/costco-defends-dei-policies-from-shareholder-criticism https://finance-commerce.com/files/2025/01/Costco.jpg US en Costco's board of directors voted unanimously to ask shareholders to reject the proposal to evaluate the business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion practices. The National Center for Public Policy Research wants to present a proposal at Apple's February 25 shareholder meeting that goes beyond what the think tank wants from Costco. "Listen to this article NEW YORK — Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity ...[+4359 chars]" 2025-01-24T03:02:15 Costco shareholders reject call for review of diversity programs Juveria Tabassum https://finance.yahoo.com/news/costco-shareholders-vote-against-proposal-230023707.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/e5aa5fc81bda33a6f5cebfb4ef7c1532 US en More than 98% of Costco shareholders voted against a proposal asking for a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives. Many companies added or beefed up such programs starting in 2020 amid the Black Lives Matter movement. President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies, federal contractors and in the private sector. "By Juveria Tabassum and Ross Kerber (Reuters) -Costco Wholesale shareholders voted strongly against a proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives, ...[+2271 chars]" 2025-01-24T02:59:26 Warisan: Why must government involve private entity in managing sanctuary? Juiceapac Web Development Team https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/250807/warisan-why-must-government-involve-private-entity-in-managing-sanctuary- https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/01/Dr_Daud_Elephant_(1).jpg MY en Bongawan Assemblyman Dr Daud Yusof has called for greater transparency and accountability from the State Government over the potential privatisation of the Bornean Elephant Sanctuary (BES). He also pointed out the irony of this move, especially considering a generous land donation by a Japanese company and non-governmental organisation in 2019. "Published on: Friday, January 24, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jan 24, 2025 Text Size: Dr Daud also pointed out the irony of this move, especially considering a generous land donation by a Japanese company...[+2515 chars]" 2025-01-24T02:21:39 These companies are sticking with DEI amid backlash https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/these-companies-are-sticking-with-dei-amid-backlash/ar-AA1xL6pc US en Some companies are backing away from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, while others are sticking with their previous commitments. Goldman Sachs, Costco and JPMorgan Chase & Co have recently spoken out in support of their diversity programs. President Donald Trump signed an executive order dismantling DEI programs in the federal government. "While some companies are steering away from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, others are sticking with their previous commitments. Leaders at Goldman Sachs, Costco and JPMorgan Chase & ...[+6087 chars]" 2025-01-24T02:18:00 7th state finance commission visits Kochi corporation, meets mayor Express News Service https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2025/Jan/24/7th-state-finance-commission-visits-kochi-corporation-meets-mayor https://media.assettype.com/TNIE%2Fimport%2F2021%2F9%2F4%2Foriginal%2Fsuspended.jpg?rect=0%2C32%2C1077%2C565&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en The seventh state finance commission visited Kochi Corporation on Thursday. They met with the mayor and other officials. They discussed issues related to local self-governing bodies and the need for increased funding for municipalities. They also discussed pending cases related to building taxes in the High Court. "KOCHI: The seventh state finance commission, led by chairman K N Harilal, visited the Kochi Corporation on Thursday, where they met with the mayor and other officials. The commission engaged in discus...[+486 chars]" 2025-01-24T01:49:10 NexGen board approves creation of preferred shares for fundraising The Philippine Star https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/NexGen_board_approves_creation_of_preferred_shares_for_fundr https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/[] US en NexGen Energy's board of directors approved a plan to convert 100 million unissued common shares to 100m unissued preferred shares, which will be converted to common shares. The plan is expected to be implemented within the next few months.   The�NexGen Energy�board of directors approved a plan to convert 100 million unissued common shares to 100 million unissued preferred shares. 2025-01-24T01:23:15 Costco shareholders reject anti-DEI proposal pushed by activists Alex Halverson https://www.seattletimes.com/business/costco-shareholders-reject-anti-dei-proposal-pushed-by-activists https://images.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/01232025_TZR_Costco-2024-Bloomberg_tzr_164120.jpg?d=1200x630 US en The Center for Public Policy Research's proposal to investigate Costco's diversity, equity and inclusion practices for legal risks was voted down 98% to 98% at the company's annual meeting on Thursday. Since President Donald Trump was elected in November, companies have backed away from DEI initiatives. Microsoft, JPMorgan Chase and Apple have stood against the trend. "Costco shareholders overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to probe its diversity, equity and inclusion practices for legal risks. The Issaquah-based company's board characterized the proposal from an act...[+4065 chars]" 2025-01-24T01:18:27 Costco defends its diversity policies as other US companies scale theirs back Associated Press https://nypost.com/2025/01/23/business/costco-defends-its-diversity-policies-as-other-us-companies-scale-theirs-back https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/cart-wrangler-gathers-shopping-carts-97207583.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en Costco's board of directors voted unanimously to ask shareholders to reject the proposal to review the company's diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank based in Washington, argued the DEI initiatives hold 'litigation, reputational and financial risks to the company and to shareholders' The think tank has made a similar proposal to Apple. "Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion practices. Investors...[+6255 chars]" 2025-01-24T00:00:00 Think Tank's Net Zero Survey Concludes the Public is the Problem The Daily Sceptic https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/think_tank_8217s_net_zero_survey_concludes_the_public_is_the https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A report by the Social Market Foundation (SMF) think tank reveals some polling data that advocates of the green agenda will find uncomfortable. Almost half of people think that Net Zero is something being done to them rather than something they are taking an active role in. A report by the Social Market Foundation (SMF) think tank published this week reveals some polling data that advocates of the green agenda will find uncomfortable. It shows that most people really hav...[+260 chars] 2025-01-24T00:00:00 BOI eyes release of new SIPP within H1 The Philippine Star https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/BOI_eyes_release_of_new_SIPP_within_H1 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Board of Investments expects to release the Strategic Investment Priority Plan for 2025 to 2028 within the first half of the year. The SIPP will identify activities eligible for incentives and will be based on the SIPP for 2025-2028, which will be released by the BOI. The Board of Investments (BOI) expects to release the Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP) for 2025 to 2028, which will identify activities eligible for incentives,�within the first half of the y...[+4 chars] 2025-01-24T00:00:00 EU Conditionally Approves International Paper's $7.16 Billion DS Smith Buy Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/EU_Conditionally_Approves_International_Papers_716_Billion_D https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3r-qDvD3F3c/0.jpg US en The European Commission rejected the parties' offer to give up their political prisoners. The European Commission said that the parties had not offered to do so. It said that it was not possible to accept such a proposal at the present time, as well. The European Commission said that the parties' offer to 2025-01-24T00:00:00 Swiss Steel Holding AG announces plan to delist from Swiss stock exchange Steel Radar https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/Swiss_Steel_Holding_AG_announces_plan_to_delist_from_Swiss_s https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Swiss Steel Holding AG plans to voluntarily delist from the SIX Swiss Stock Exchange. The company aims to make the necessary applications for its shares to be traded on over-the-counter platforms due to its low free market value. The shares of the company will be available on the OTC market. Swiss Steel Holding AG, one of the global leaders in the steel industry, announced that it plans to voluntarily delist from the SIX Swiss Stock Exchange. The company announced that it aims to make the...[+101 chars] 2025-01-24T00:00:00 Construction law in 2025: what can we expect in the year ahead? Building https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/Construction_law_in_2025_what_can_we_expect_in_the_year_ahea https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sheena Sood explains what to expect in the year ahead for construction law, including a variety of regulatory changes. In 2024 we witnessed the insolvency of several ISG entities and the impact upon the progress of projects and the supply chain. According to government statistics, the number of registered company is declining. Sheena Sood sets out what to expect in the year ahead for construction law, including a variety of regulatory changes In 2024 we witnessed the insolvency of several ISG entities and the impact upon th...[+113 chars] 2025-01-24T00:00:00 Six meters disconnected over violations Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/Six_meters_disconnected_over_violations https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPLG) disconnected sex meters over violation, according to Urdu Point and Pakistan Point News (PPN) news reports. SNGPL disconnected the sex meters on Friday over violation of the law. MULTAN, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 24th Jan, 2025) Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) on Friday disconnected sex meters over violation.According to a 2025-01-24T00:00:00 Swiss Steel plans Swiss stock exchange exit Swissinfo https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/Swiss_Steel_plans_Swiss_stock_exchange_exit https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Swiss Steel announced on Friday its intention to delist its shares from the SIX Swiss stock exchange. Management is considering the possibility of trading its shares over the counter. An extraordinary general meeting is scheduled for February 17. The Board of Directors decided that the usefulness of a stock market listing on SIX no longer justifies the high costs and administrative requirements associated with it. Steelmaker Swiss Steel announced on Friday its intention to delist its shares from the SIX Swiss stock exchange. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Management is considering ...[+318 chars] 2025-01-24T00:00:00 Frost & Sullivan Report Highlights SMX's Cutting-Edge Protection for Cyber Hardware and Electronics Empowering AI ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/Frost_Sullivan_Report_Highlights_SMXs_CuttingEdge_Protection_9 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/[] US en SMX PLC is solidifying its position as a pivotal partner in developing digital solutions that drive and manage a global circular economy. SMX is at the forefront of the digital revolution and is supported by NASDAQ and NASDAQ-WTC shares. MIAMI, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / January 24, 2025 / SMX PLC (NASDAQ:SMX)(NASDAQ:SMXWW) is solidifying its position as a pivotal partner in developing digital solutions that drive and manage a global...[+38 chars] 2025-01-24T00:00:00 EEI Urges the Senate to Pass the Fix Our Forests Act (EEI - Edison Electric Institute Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/EEI_Urges_the_Senate_to_Pass_the_Fix_Our_Forests_Act_EEI_Edi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EEI and its member electric companies urge the Senate to pass the Fix Our Forests Act, which would protect forests from development. EEI's interim President and CEO Pat Vincent-Collawn issues the statement today. The bill will be voted on January 24, 2025. ) EEI Urges the Senate to Pass the Fix Our Forests Act EEI Urges the Senate to Pass the Fix Our Forests Act WASHINGTON (January 24, 2025) - Edison Electric Institute (EEI) interim President and CEO Pa...[+94 chars] 2025-01-24T00:00:00 OSM Thome Launches EVIGO: Shaping the Future of Sustainable Maritime Solutions system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/24/OSM_Thome_Launches_EVIGO_Shaping_the_Future_of_Sustainable_M https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en OSM Thome is launching EVIGO, a green maritime company. The maritime industry is under increasing pressure to meet ambitious environmental targets. OSM Thom is shaping the future of maritime sustainability with EVIGo, a sustainable maritime business model. "As the maritime industry faces increasing pressure to meet ambitious environmental targets, OSM Thome is launching EVIGO, a green "" With EVIGO, we're not just responding to the demands of decarbonisat...[+60 chars]" 2025-01-24T00:00:00 The ESG Collapse: Al Gore, Intel, BlackRock, and the Failed Promise of ‘Sustainable' Investing John Stossel https://www.newsbusters.org/blogs/business/john-stossel/2025/01/24/esg-collapse-al-gore-intel-blackrock-and-failed-promise https://cdn.newsbusters.org/styles/mobile_thumb_700x400_/s3/2025-01/John%20Stossel_1.JPG?itok=Czzqeexu US en 'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years ago. Most funds promoting them did worse than the market. Today more companies are focusing on producing better products for less money. John Stossel posts a new video about the battle between government and free market. "'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years back. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus on profit. They should put more effort into being 'nice.' Funds pushing ESG (environ...[+4349 chars]" 2025-01-24T00:00:00 KCCI protests exclusion from PSU boards Kr Desk https://kashmirreader.com/2025/01/24/kcci-protests-exclusion-from-psu-boards https://kashmirreader.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/10db66ccbf019de87fed4830a5dd5f51.jpg?ver=1737420486 IN en Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has been excluded from the recently reconstituted Boards of Directors of various state-owned public sector undertakings (PSUs). KCCI has historically played a pivotal role in advising and shaping policies, advocating for the interests of handicrafts and industry. The chamber has called for immediate restoration of its representation on the boards. SRINAGAR: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has expressed its strong resentment and objection over its exclusion from the recently reconstituted Boards of Directors of various state-...[+1491 chars] 2025-01-23T23:47:03 Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd Announces Completion of SXG Scheme, Board Changes ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/southern-cross-gold-consolidated-ltd-announces-completion-of-sxg-scheme-board-changes/article_03713206-9f46-549e-9d99-02f04718a375.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/e8/5e84beed-5f48-5eb6-aa74-984a75ac4fed/6792d5dcea897.image.jpg?crop=241%2C241%2C131%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en "Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. completed the scheme of arrangement with Southern Cross Gold Ltd. (SXG). SXG shareholders were to receive the Scheme Consideration in the form of SXGC CHESS Depositary Interests quoted on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) and SXGC Common Shares for trading on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV). SXGC CDIs trade on the ASX under the ticker symbol ""SX2"" (ISIN: AU0000367443) and the SXGC common shares trade on TSXV under ticker number CA8426851090." "VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 23, 2025 / Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. (""SXGC"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:SXGC)(ASX:SX2) announces that it has completed the scheme of ar...[+1026 chars]" 2025-01-23T23:47:03 Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd Announces Completion of SXG Scheme, Board Changes Access Newswire https://www.guardonline.com/news/national/southern-cross-gold-consolidated-ltd-announces-completion-of-sxg-scheme-board-changes/article_05818a19-8f85-5338-ba3d-1b06c754bfaa.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/guardonline.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/55/455f67e3-e3a4-5809-9c31-798bcfd5cf08/6792d5a543f72.image.jpg?crop=241%2C241%2C131%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en "Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. has completed the scheme of arrangement with Southern Cross Gold Corp. (TSXV:SXGC)(ASX:sX2). The scheme is called the ""SXG Scheme"" and is based on the ""The XG Scheme"". " "VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 23, 2025 / Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. (""SXGC"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:SXGC)(ASX:SX2) announces that it has completed the scheme of ar...[+97 chars]" 2025-01-23T23:45:00 Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd Announces Completion of SXG Scheme, Board Changes https://finance.yahoo.com/news/southern-cross-gold-consolidated-ltd-234500348.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/11aae14ab5103993e9b090fbed1862e9 US en "Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. has completed the scheme of arrangement with Southern Cross Gold Ltd. (SXG) and acquired all the issued share capital of SXG in consideration of 125,041,031 common shares of the Company (the ""Scheme Consideration""). SXG shareholders were to receive the Scheme Consideration in the form of SXGC CHESS Depositary Interests quoted on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) or SXGC Common Shares for trading on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV). " "VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA / / January 23, 2025 / Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. (""SXGC"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:SXGC)(ASX:SX2) announces that it has completed the scheme of arrangement (the ""...[+12021 chars]" 2025-01-23T23:44:46 Grassi : Choosing your accounting firm: why ownership matters Opinion https://libn.com/2025/01/23/grassi-choosing-your-accounting-firm-why-ownership-matters https://libn.com/files/2025/01/LouGrassi.jpg US en By 2025, half of the largest 30 U.S. accounting firms will have sold an ownership stake or part of their business to private equity investors. According to the AICPA, accounting graduates dropped by 7.4% in 2021-2022. Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) present a compelling alternative that addresses these challenges. "Listen to this article The accounting industry is currently at a crucial crossroads. As consolidation reshapes the landscape, firms face a significant decision between seeking private equity (PE) inve...[+4453 chars]" 2025-01-23T23:43:09 Costco Refuses to Back Off Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practices Amy Furr https://www.breitbart.com/social-justice/2025/01/23/costco-refuses-to-back-off-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-practices https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/01/GettyImages-2156710068-640x335.jpg US en Costco's board of directors voted unanimously to ask shareholders to reject a proposal to change the company's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. Mark Zuckerberg's Meta terminated all of its DEI programs this week. McDonald's will follow suit. Amazon is also backing away from DEI initiatives. "Costco is apparently digging its heels in when it comes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies as other companies are backing away from such initiatives. The Associated Press (AP) dive...[+1678 chars]" 2025-01-23T23:18:46 Eon resources sees $1.7 million stock sale by major stakeholders https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/taxes/eon-resources-sees-1-7-million-stock-sale-by-major-stakeholders/ar-AA1xKN5t US en In a recent transaction, significant stakeholders of EON Resources Inc. executed a major sale of the company's Class A Common Stock. The transaction took place on January 21 and involved the sale of 1,071,897 shares at a weighted average price of approximately $1.59 per share. Pogo Royalty, LLC continues to hold a beneficial interest in 500,000 shares of Class B Common Stock, which are exchangeable for an equivalent number of Class A shares. The Houston-based oil and natural gas firm recently secured stockholder approval on key proposals at its annual meeting. In a recent transaction, significant stakeholders of EON Resources Inc. (NASDAQ:EONR), a micro-cap company valued at approximately $13.5 million, executed a major sale of the company's Class A Common ...[+2286 chars] 2025-01-23T23:17:21 Can ESG ETFs Survive Trump? Advisors Weigh In Jeff Benjamin https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/esg-etfs-survive-trump-advisors-231721630.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/indexuniverse.com/b30fb01f6286267079b6054ec275c63e US en There is less interest in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing under Donald Trump's presidency. Some of the highest-rated ESG ETFs are not delivering on performance. However, there are still a lot of ESG believers among the financial planning community. "It wasn't long ago that environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing was so popular that some asset managers were accused by regulators of exaggerating their ESG attributes. Even though you m...[+3217 chars]" 2025-01-23T23:00:48 Costco shareholders vote against proposal for report on diversity programs Juveria Tabassum https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/costco-shareholders-vote-against-proposal-report-diversity-programs-2025-01-23 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/TFHHFEUDKFLYXPDTY7ZMYBFYTA.jpg?auth=01e71a4d755e3b44c0c05cd8b0d8f7026055da00097000d30094e3d3d6dae2a3&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en More than 98% of shareholders voted against a proposal asking Costco to report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives. President Donald Trump has issued an executive order that directed government agency chiefs to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies, federal contractors and in the private sector. Jan 23 (Reuters) - Costco Wholesale (COST.O), opens new tab shareholders voted strongly against a proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives, the ...[+2327 chars] 2025-01-23T23:00:00 Stossel: The end of ESG JOHN STOSSEL https://www.dcourier.com/opinion/stossel-the-end-of-esg/article_3685a62a-d9ad-11ef-811a-6f76e60bbdc0.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/dcourier.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/c3/ac3cb306-f9be-11ee-a0a3-cbed73a1236d/661ac6981faa7.image.jpg?crop=715%2C375%2C0%2C14&resize=715%2C375&order=crop%2Cresize US en 'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years ago. Funds pushing ESG (environmental, social and governance) were all the rage at the time. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus on profit, but on being nice. "'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years back. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus on profit. They should put more effort into being 'nice.' Funds pushing ESG (environ...[+49 chars]" 2025-01-23T22:58:39 Lawmakers consider bill that would pause new PERS investments in private fossil fuel funds Alex Baumhardt https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/01/lawmakers-consider-bill-that-would-pause-new-pers-investments-in-private-fossil-fuel-funds.html https://www.oregonlive.com/resizer/v2/3XDYMFHU2RBKBIW6HH6CRZH4K4.JPG?auth=f026d47343bb0cef355a207057c15f055cee71c67c4909187ddb4f79af494d41&width=1280&quality=90 US en The Pause Act would put a five-year moratorium on new private equity investments made with Public Employee Retirement System funds if more than 10% of the private equity fund is invested in fossil fuel companies or heavy users. It's meant to move the state's $100 billion PERS investments away from risky fossil fuel investments linked to global climate change. About 28% of PERS funds are invested in private equity funds. Democratic lawmakers and environmentalists are calling on the Oregon Treasury to pause new pension investments into private assets and private equity funds invested in fossil fuel companies and projec...[+4325 chars] 2025-01-23T22:50:50 DanceOne CEO Dan Galpern on Competitive Dance Landscape: ICR Conference 2025 Exec-Edge https://finance.yahoo.com/news/danceone-ceo-dan-galpern-competitive-225050205.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/kL9_D1VsWS9EV0q4CfNYiA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/exec_edge_220/09fc6121f27278bfc79776d1283b167c US en Exec Edge hosted a fireside chat at the ICR Conference 2025 with Dan Galpern, CEO of DanceOne. They discussed the company's main growth drivers in the current market, the dance industry landscape and the existing competitors. Dan was appointed to the role in January 2025. Exec Edge hosted a fireside chat at the ICR Conference 2025 with Dan Galpern, CEO of DanceOne. The in-person interview was joined by Editor-in-Chief John Jannarone and they discussed the company's mai...[+2983 chars] 2025-01-23T22:48:13 'Always Bet Against the Davos Man', By NIALL FERGUSON Niall Ferguson https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/always-bet-against-the-davos-man https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4cf201e0-2e66-48da-813b-1dcdbd39e966_1024x653.jpeg US en This year, everyone at Davos is bullish on MAGA. That's your cue to take the other side of the trade. The new Davos consensus is that Europe can't get its economic act together and never will, whereas America is rocking and rolling. The risk to the U.S. economy does not lead from tariffs to inflation. The real risk is from the deficit to the bond market. "Always Bet Against the Davos Man This year, everyone here is bullish on MAGA. That's your cue to take the other side of the trade. By 01.23.25 — Politics, International, and Economics 209 280 DAVOS, S...[+9370 chars]" 2025-01-23T22:45:48 Okapi Partners CEO Bruce Goldfarb on Activism and M&A Outlook: ICR Conference 2025 Corp Gov https://finance.yahoo.com/news/okapi-partners-ceo-bruce-goldfarb-224548658.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/wwXzB7JRfJOM.c0ptjshng--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0xNjAw/https://media.zenfs.com/en/corpgov_com_597/97ae4e6da13e30882630d20019f02374 US en CorpGov hosted a fireside chat with Bruce Goldfarb, CEO of Okapi Partners at the ICR Conference 2025. They discussed why there is more activism and M&A at the start of 2025, the impact of the U.S. election on the markets, and more. CorpGov hosted a fireside chat at the ICR Conference 2025 with Bruce Goldfarb, Chief Executive Officer and President of Okapi Partners. The in-person interview was joined by Editor-in-Chief John Janna...[+2826 chars] 2025-01-23T22:18:38 Costco shareholders reject anti-DEI proposal Dominick Reuter https://www.businessinsider.com/costco-shareholders-reject-anti-dei-proposal-2025-1 https://i.insider.com/6792bc56ae09223df2bb516a?width=1200&format=jpeg US en "The National Center for Public Policy Research called DEI programs ""illegal, immoral and detrimental to shareholder value"" in pre-recorded messages to the shareholder meeting. 98% of shares voted against the proposal to report on the risks of the company's DEI efforts. President Trump issued sweeping rules to end DEI initiatives for federal agencies." "Costco shareholders rejected a proposal to report on the risks of the company's DEI efforts. While several companies have walked back diversity programs, Costco's board unanimously supported theirs. T...[+2017 chars]" 2025-01-23T22:18:38 Costco shareholders overwhelmingly reject anti-DEI proposal dreuter@businessinsider.com https://www.msn.com/en-ae/money/companies/costco-shareholders-overwhelmingly-reject-anti-dei-proposal/ar-AA1xKyFv US en "Costco shareholders rejected a proposal to report on the risks of the company's diversity programs. The National Center for Public Policy Research called DEI programs ""illegal, immoral and detrimental to shareholder value"" in pre-recorded messages to the meeting. Costco's board chairman, Tony James, said its programs are ""consistent with company's values and code of ethics.""" Costco shareholders rejected a proposal to report on the risks of the company's DEI efforts.While several companies have walked back diversity programs, Costco's board unanimously supported theirs.The...[+4072 chars] 2025-01-23T22:11:52 Edward C. Dowling, Jr. to Stand for Election to the Board of Directors of Wesdome Gold Mines; ... Wesdome Gold Mines https://www.enidnews.com/region/edward-c-dowling-jr-to-stand-for-election-to-the-board-of-directors-of-wesdome/article_082d8391-77b1-5a9c-b39d-7b6d74e71bc3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Edward C. Dowling, Jr. will stand for election to the board of directors of Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. at the next annual general meeting scheduled for the spring of 2025. He will be appointed as the Chair of the Board. Ed Dowling has more than 30 years of experience in the mining industry. TORONTO, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. (TSX:WDO, OTCQX:WDOFF) ('Wesdome' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce that Mr. Edward C. Dowling, Jr. has agreed to stand for el...[+5400 chars] 2025-01-23T22:11:47 Tuanche Limited announces the receipt of Nasdaq non-compliance notifications regarding the ... Tuanche Limited https://www.enidnews.com/region/tuanche-limited-announces-the-receipt-of-nasdaq-non-compliance-notifications-regarding-the/article_9580aaff-5093-53e1-93de-df8bab12abb7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en TuanChe Limited (NASDAQ: TC) received two notification letters from the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Staff on January 16, 2025. The letters notified the Company of its non-compliance with the annual meeting requirement and the minimum stockholders' equity requirement. The Company has not yet held an annual meeting of shareholders within twelve months of December 31, 2023. BEIJING, China, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TuanChe Limited ('TuanChe,' 'Company,' 'we,' or 'our') (NASDAQ: TC), a leading automotive marketplace platform in China, announced today that on Janua...[+4130 chars] 2025-01-23T22:05:25 Edward C. Dowling, Jr. to Stand for Election to the Board of Directors of Wesdome Gold Mines; Appointment as Chair Expected Upon Election Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/edward-c-dowling-jr-to-stand-for-election-to-the-board-of-directors-of-wesdome-gold-mines-appointment-as-chair-expected-upon-election https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzNjg2MyM2NzA4MDkzIzIwODQwNzA= CA en Edward C. Dowling, Jr. will stand for election to the Company's board of directors at the next annual general meeting scheduled for the spring of 2025. He is expected to be appointed as the Chair of the Board. He has more than 30 years of experience in the mining industry. "Article content TORONTO, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. (TSX:WDO, OTCQX:WDOFF) (' Wesdome ' or the ' Company ') is pleased to announce that Mr. Edward C. Dowling, Jr. has agr...[+633 chars]" 2025-01-23T22:02:09 Costco's board rejects anti-DEI motion, defends ‘respect and inclusion' Lauren Irwin https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/costco-board-rejects-anti-dei-220209000.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_hill_articles_341/a4a53e9d0bcacfd7558516214cdae2b0 US en The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank, sent several companies a proposal to conduct an evaluation of the risks posed by diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts. Costco's board of directors voted unanimously to ask shareholders to reject the motion. The company's annual shareholder meeting is Thursday. Costco's board of directors rejected anti-diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts, noting the company will defend 'respect and inclusion' as efforts are underway nationwide to strike the practic...[+1693 chars] 2025-01-23T22:00:00 Reporting of trading in Tryg shares by senior management and their related parties Jan. 23, 2025 22:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6022725 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Board member Carl-Viggo Östlund sold 3,000 Tryg shares at DKK 150.50 for a total amount of DKK 451,500 on 23 January 2025. He sold them for DKK 15.50 each. "Board member Carl-Viggo Östlund has sold 3,000 Tryg shares at DKK 150.50 for a total amount of DKK 451,500 on 23 January 2025. Attachment" 2025-01-23T22:00:00 LightInTheBox Receives Non-compliance Letter from NYSE Regarding Market Capitalization PR Newswire https://vir.com.vn/lightinthebox-receives-non-compliance-letter-from-nyse-regarding-market-capitalization-121911.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/croped/prnasia_image.jpg?randTime=1737694664 VN en "LightInTheBox Holding Co., Ltd. received a notice from the New York Stock Exchange dated December 26, 2024. The notice states that the Company is ""below criteria"" due to its average total market capitalization being less than $50 million over a 30 trading-day period and its stockholders' equity being under $50M. The Company has 90 days to respond with a business plan that demonstrates compliance with this continued listing standard within 18 months. If the business plan is accepted, the Company's ADSs will continue to be listed and traded on the NYSE during the 18-month period, subject to semi-annual review." Corporate CEO Talk Biz Link PR Newswire Investing M&A Outbound Investment Investing in Haiphong Your Consultant KPMG PwC RSM Vietnam D.lion Dentons LuatViet Green Growth Energy Efficiency Rethinking P...[+2950 chars] 2025-01-23T21:59:01 3 Ways Sustainability Will Change In 2025: Are You Ready? David Carlin https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidcarlin/2025/01/23/3-ways-sustainability-will-change-in-2025-are-you-ready https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6792b987519b75c8a0c160c1/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en 2025 will be a year of change for sustainability initiatives. Organizations are focusing on delivering results and integrating sustainability into everyday operations. Financial institutions are providing clients with green financial products, guidance on navigating new regulations, and optimizing supply chains. Sustainability is no longer separable from business considerations. "2025 will be a year of change for sustainability initiatives As we start 2025, sustainability initiatives appear to face major headwinds. The United States has once again withdrawn from the Paris Agre...[+4726 chars]" 2025-01-23T21:41:21 Algoma Family Services board adopts 50-30 Challenge to boost ‘diversity, inclusion' Jeffrey Ougler https://www.thesudburystar.com/news/algoma-family-services-board-adopts-50-30-challenge-to-boost-diversity-inclusion https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/0124-sm-afs.jpg CA en Algoma Family Services board adopted a motion to accept the federal government's 50-30 Challenge, aimed to increase diversity and inclusion within Canadian organizations. CEO Ali Juma said he is 'thrilled' with the board's decision as he is the first person of colour to lead AFS. Especially important when such values are being 'challenged' and removed from some workplaces, AFS boss says Algoma Family Services CEO Ali Juma said that as the first person of colour to lead AFS, he...[+2515 chars] 2025-01-23T21:26:42 PM internship scheme scope may be widened Gyanendra Keshri https://www.deccanherald.com/business/union-budget/pm-internship-scheme-scope-may-be-widened-3370318 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-01-23%2F7rnyo6d2%2Fistockphoto-2068561602-612x612.jpg?rect=0%2C0%2C612%2C321&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en The companies' eligibility criteria for the participation in the scheme are likely to be tweaked. The focus would be to ensure participation of a higher number of companies in the Scheme. . i.e. to increase the participation of more companies. According to a highly placed source, the companies' eligibility criteria for the participation in the scheme are likely to be tweaked. The focus would be to ensure participation of a higher number of ...[+24 chars] 2025-01-23T21:15:18 Chief Executive Officer, YMCA of Sault Ste. Marie https://www.sootoday.com/classifieds/careers/professional-services/1935846 https://www.vmcdn.ca/f/files/sootoday/images/corporate-logos/_logo_ymca_sault_pluspartner_1500x600.jpg US en The YMCA of Sault Ste. Marie is looking for a new Chief Executive Officer. The CEO will stabilize and expand the organization's operations, implement innovative programming, secure vital partnerships, and elevate governance and financial management standards. He will also recruit and develop a new senior leadership team to foster innovation, accountability, and community impact. Candidates should apply by February 28, 2025. "Date: January 16, 2025 Reports To: Board of Directors Are you a transformational leader ready to lead a storied organization toward a sustainable and impactful future? The YMCA of Sault Ste. Marie see...[+4126 chars]" 2025-01-23T21:14:00 Global Sage report reveals $789 billion green finance opportunity for SMEs SAT Articles https://southafricatoday.net/business/global-sage-report-reveals-789-billion-green-finance-opportunity-for-smes https://i1.wp.com/southafricatoday.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Pieter-10-696x1044-1-683x1024.webp?ssl=1 ZA en Sage and ICC launched a report at COP29 in Baku, urging global decision-makers to bridge the gap between SMEs' sustainability ambitions and their ability to act on climate change. They call for simplified reporting standards and access to green finance for SMEs. "• 73% of banks want to offer green finance to small businesses, but need emissions data to measure returns • 89% of SMEs using green finance say it is vital to their sustainability goals, but only 2.8...[+6904 chars]" 2025-01-23T21:08:00 Hasbro to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings on February 20, 2025 Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hasbro-announce-fourth-quarter-full-210800219.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/ab4eb9a41f7fe40ae659dc178e33df87 US en Hasbro will webcast its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on February 20, 2025. The webcast and slides will be available to investors and the media on Hasbro's Investor Relations home page at https://investor.hasbro.com. PAWTUCKET, R.I., January 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) announced today that the company's fourth quarter and full year financial results will be released before the market open...[+2228 chars] 2025-01-23T21:01:00 Easterly Government Properties Announces Tax Characteristics of Its 2024 Distributions Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/easterly-government-properties-announces-tax-210100161.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/d83e4fb253d1df92fd59238fe406e921 US en Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (DEA) is a fully integrated real estate investment trust focused on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties leased to the U.S. Government. The tax characteristics of the 2024 distributions on its common stock will be done on Form 1099-DIV and shareholders are encouraged to consult with their personal tax advisors. "WASHINGTON, January 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) (""Easterly"" or the ""Company""), a fully integrated real estate investment trust focused primarily on the ...[+2496 chars]" 2025-01-23T20:47:51 Costco clings to DEI as other companies abandon practice Jenny Goldsberry https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/equality-not-elitism/3298013/costco-clings-dei-other-companies-abandon-practice https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Costco-storefront-2016.webp US en The board of directors of Costco voted to keep diversity, equity and inclusion practices without further evaluation. Meta, Walmart, Lowe's, Toyota, Ford, and others rolled back their diversity and equity practices. Costco's most recent negotiation came Wednesday when it met with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, which represents the company's unionized workers. An impending strike slated to begin Jan. 31 would affect more than 600 locations nationwide. "The Costco board of directors unanimously voiced its support for the retailer to keep its diversity, equity, and inclusion practices without further evaluation. The National Center for Public Policy R...[+1003 chars]" 2025-01-23T19:50:11 Need Guidance for CSRD Compliance? https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/europe-b65ffe7ba4d95d3fd0e315a3b8a8ce3b https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en CSRHub partners with Enhesa to offer guidance for CSRD compliance via a new whitepaper: Staying Ahead of Sustainability Demands - How to navigate the complexities of a shifting compliance landscape. CSRHub offers the most comprehensive global set of Consensus ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) ratings, information and tools. "As previously seen on the CSRHub blog. CSRHub partners with Enhesa to offer guidance for CSRD compliance via a new whitepaper: Staying Ahead of Sustainability Demands - How to navigate the complexitie...[+1359 chars]" 2025-01-23T18:35:45 CropX Welcomes Spencer Swayze to Board of Directors PR Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/cropx-welcomes-spencer-swayze-to-board-of-directors/article_887a811b-9682-59a9-97db-a456505fca69.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Spencer Swayze has been appointed to CropX Technologies' Board of Directors. He brings with him a wealth of experience in investment management, strategic planning, and business development within the agribusiness and natural resources sectors. He most recently served as Managing Director at the private equity firm Paine Schwartz Partners, which focuses on private equity investments in the sustainable food sector. SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CropX Technologies, a global leader in digital agricultural solutions, announced the appointment of Spencer Swayze to its Board of Directors. Swayze brings...[+622 chars] 2025-01-23T18:28:00 e& Collaborates with IBM to Launch Pioneering End-to-End AI Governance Platform PR Newswire Asia https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/e-collaborates-ibm-launch-pioneering-182800504.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire_sg_868/7bb29345e649133a5e50cf5460c20119 US en e& has collaborated with IBM to deploy a new AI governance solution. The solution will leverage IBM's Watsonx.governance enterprise AI and data governance platform and IBM Consulting's expertise in AI implementation. It will also utilize IBM Consulting Advantage to accelerate the development of the AI governance framework. DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- e&, a global technology group, has collaborated with IBM (NYSE: IBM) to deploy a pioneering, end-to-end, multi-model Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generati...[+6988 chars] 2025-01-23T18:23:00 Costco defends its diversity policies as other U.S. companies scale theirs back Xia Lin https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2025/01/24/costco-defends-its-diversity-policies-as-other-us-companies-scale-theirs-back https://cdn.thestar.com.my/Themes/img/newTsol_logo_socmedia.png MY en The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank based in Washington, wants Costco to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices. Costco's board of directors voted unanimously to ask shareholders to reject the motion. NEW YORK, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) -- Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and ...[+1276 chars] 2025-01-23T18:15:51 Jamie Dimon is doubling down on JPMorgan's DEI work as a conservative group targets Wall Street: 'Bring them on' Shubhangi Goel https://finance.yahoo.com/news/jamie-dimon-doubling-down-jpmorgans-181551313.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/AXECUofCEp_5qcDwvc18qA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business_insider_articles_888/e8ba02db70d845843a3d32b77577b025 US en Activist shareholder wants JPMorgan to revisit how executive compensation is tied to the company's racial-equity goal. JPMorgan announced a $30 billion program aimed at working on racial equity in personal finance in 2020. President Donald Trump signed an executive order ending DEI programs in the federal government on Monday. "Jamie Dimon reaffirmed JPMorgan's DEI commitments after pressure from an activist shareholder. One group wants JPMorgan to revisit how compensation is tied to the company's racial-equity goal. Donald ...[+3041 chars]" 2025-01-23T18:15:42 Diginex Limited Announces Closing of $9.2 Million Initial Public Offering Diginex Limited https://www.eagletribune.com/region/diginex-limited-announces-closing-of-9-2-million-initial-public-offering/article_d2b3e39a-9132-59f3-a65f-92d2dc123a09.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Diginex Limited announced the closing of its initial public offering of 2,250,000 ordinary shares at a public offering price of $4.10 per ordinary share for gross proceeds of $9,225,000. Dominari Securities LLC, the underwriter, has an option to purchase up to 337,500 more ordinary shares. Shares of the Company's common stock began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol DGNX on January 22, 2025. HONG KONG, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company'), incorporated in the Cayman Islands, is an impact technology business that helps organizations to addr...[+1018 chars] 2025-01-23T18:15:00 Diginex Limited Announces Closing of $9.2 Million Initial Public Offering Diginex Limited https://finance.yahoo.com/news/diginex-limited-announces-closing-9-181500634.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PTrh9Oh9v6TMvOwuNqk9Sw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0yNzI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/24fe28edf37817803b5153c2ae9b9174 US en Diginex Limited announced the closing of its initial public offering of 2,250,000 ordinary shares at a public offering price of $4.10 per ordinary share for total gross proceeds of $9,225,000. Dominari Securities LLC, the underwriter, has an option to purchase up to 337,500 more ordinary shares. Shares of the Company's common stock began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol 'DGNX' on January 22, 2025. HONG KONG, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex Limited' or the 'Company'), incorporated in the Cayman Islands, is an impact technology business that helps organizations to addr...[+5654 chars] 2025-01-23T18:15:00 SAP Announces General Availability of SAP Green Ledger SAP https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sap-announces-general-availability-sap-181500027.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/f4a530308926bd65404064f56c427db4 US en SAP SE (NYSE:SAP) announced the general availability of the SAP Green Ledger solution. It's the most comprehensive carbon accounting system globally that integrates directly with customers' financial data. The launch of the solution marks the beginning of a new era in carbon accounting systems as decarbonization becomes a legal and market imperative. WALLDORF, DE / / January 23, 2025 / SAP SE (NYSE:SAP) announced the general availability of the SAP Green Ledger solution, the most comprehensive carbon accounting system globally that integrates dire...[+10056 chars] 2025-01-23T18:14:55 CSG Law Announces Litigation Chair & Practice Group Leaders https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/csg-law-announces-litigation-chair-practice-group-leaders https://njbmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/corcione-rauchway-tucci.png US en Danielle M. Corcione, Marisa Rauchway, and Mauro G. Tucci Jr. have been elevated to the leadership of the firm's Litigation Group as chair and practice group leaders. Danielle has demonstrated extraordinary leadership and judgment from the moment she joined CSG Law. Marisa is a former in-house counsel for a Fortune 500 beauty company and an experienced federal trial lawyer. Mauro represents health care providers, financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufactures, and public entities. "From let to right: Danielle M. Corcione, Marisa Rauchway, and Mauro G. Tucci Jr. New Hire/Promotion On Jan 23, 2025 Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC (CSG Law) has announced that three attorneys, Danie...[+2959 chars]" 2025-01-23T18:07:03 JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon Stands Firm Amid Conservative Pressure To Dismantle DEI Initiatives Jack Kelly https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2025/01/23/jpmorgans-jamie-dimon-stands-firm-amid-conservative-pressure-to-dismantle-dei-initiatives https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6792823c90a68f360b420199/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=3238,2157,x0,y0,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon supports diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at his bank despite conservative activist shareholders and the Trump administration's recent crackdown on DEI initiatives. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday aimed at dismantling DEI programs in both the public and private sectors. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon remains steadfast in his bank's diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, despite facing challenges from conservative activist shareholders and the Trump administration's rece...[+3892 chars] 2025-01-23T17:43:39 Many US firms are standing by diversity efforts, but not the ‘DEI' label J.D. Capelouto https://www.yahoo.com/news/many-us-firms-standing-diversity-174339803.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/EZVefn3lF6Q8X_GpF_t3pQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/semafor_310/1f1d5960ad8d630d03defb8b6d95f048 US en Donald Trump has attacked government and private-sector diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts (DEI) at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The political pushback to DEI has ramped up pressure inside board rooms and many firms have shifted their stances. Meta and McDonald's scrapped their DEI programs in recent weeks, but others are standing by them. Just days into his term, US President Donald Trump has waged war on government and private-sector diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Trump has ordered federal diversity offices to close and put...[+2639 chars] 2025-01-23T17:42:45 Is Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) the Best Halal Dividend Stock to Invest In Now? Vardah Gill https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/exxon-mobil-corporation-xom-best-174245604.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PUS0OmZZW29UpgozyeYEuQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/7233ebe68f9534bc1e350b5cdbfbfb77 US en Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is an American company that is engaged in oil exploration, refining, and gas production. Halal investing is still a relatively new concept in the US, where Muslims make up around 1% of the population as of 2020. Islamic finance industry has grown quickly in the last decade, with an annual growth rate of 10-12%. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) stands against the other halal dividend stocks. Halal stocks are shares in...[+6823 chars]" 2025-01-23T17:42:35 Is Chevron Corporation (CVX) the Best Halal Dividend Stock to Invest In Now? Vardah Gill https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/chevron-corporation-cvx-best-halal-174235218.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/59x66RzfU_SABRbIkb_qng--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/9993985ff21c88fc97966aed5b1501d8 US en Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) ranks 63 on our list of the best halal dividend stocks. Halal investing is still a relatively new concept in the US, where Muslims make up around 1% of the population as of 2020. Islamic finance industry has grown quickly in the last decade, with an annual growth rate of 10-12%. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) stands against the other halal dividend stocks. Halal stocks are shares in com...[+6995 chars]" 2025-01-23T17:41:07 The ESG Collapse: Al Gore, Intel, BlackRock, and the Failed Promise of 'Sustainable' Investing Didi Rankovic https://www.todayville.com/the-esg-collapse-al-gore-intel-blackrock-and-the-failed-promise-of-sustainable-investing https://i1.wp.com/www.todayville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tvrd-stossel-go-woke-go-broke-image-2025-01-23.jpg?fit=600%2C300&ssl=1 US en Republican lawmakers urge the U.S. Coast Guard to take action against COSCO Shipping, a Chinese state-owned enterprise that has operations at major U.s. ports. COSco Shipping's website includes a section for 'Party building' and its CEO, Wan Min, also serves as the internal secretary of the Chinese Communist Party. The company exploits Chinese Military Companies for intelligence and military purposes. "For years, investment firms pressured companies to hire people of certain races and genders, and pushed 'sustainability.' That has hurt returns. Investments that claim to be 'sustainable' have been un...[+8607 chars]" 2025-01-23T17:36:55 East Providence Mayor DaSilva proclamation emphasizes city commitment to DEI Christopher Boardman https://www.abc6.com/east-providence-mayor-dasilva-proclamation-emphasizes-city-commitment-to-dei https://www.abc6.com/content/uploads/2025/01/s/y/a50ff8a940059fbf36183da93379aa97107c1d4c.jpg US en Mayor Bob DaSilva signed a proclamation Wednesday asserting East Providence's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The proclamation comes as president Trump pushes efforts to end DEI programs within the federal government. Trump also ended affirmative action in federal contracting and ordered all federal DEI staff to be put on paid leave and eventually laid off. "EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Mayor Bob DaSilva signed a proclamation Wednesday asserting East Providence's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The proclamation says the city will...[+476 chars]" 2025-01-23T17:35:18 Switzerland Sets The Bar With Corporate Carbon Removal Milestone Targets Phil De Luna https://www.forbes.com/sites/phildeluna/2025/01/23/switzerland-sets-the-bar-with-corporate-carbon-removal-milestone-targets https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/679272eff5859d7666ec27ae/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Switzerland's Climate and Innovation Act mandates net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 for all non-agricultural companies irrespective of size. New guidelines for corporate Net-Zero Roadmaps and a mandate to ramp up carbon removal efforts are also part of the Act. The Act's current enforcement mechanisms are limited. "Swiss flag waving and tourists admire the peaks of Jungfrau mountain on a Mannlichen viewpoint, ... [+] Bernese Oberland Switzerland Switzerland has always been synonymous with precision, and now it's...[+5254 chars]" 2025-01-23T17:25:02 BlackRock Settles Consumer Protection Lawsuit With Tennessee Kevin Stocklin https://www.theepochtimes.com/business/blackrock-settles-consumer-protection-lawsuit-with-tennessee-5797282 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2024/06/22/id5673332-EpochImages-9896925459-xl-1080x720.jpg US en The world's largest asset manager, BlackRock, settled a lawsuit with the state of Tennessee. The suit alleged that BlackRock misled consumers regarding the influence of climate and social justice ideology in its decisions regarding investors' money. BlackRock manages more than $11 trillion and has been an outspoken advocate of ESG and'sustainable' investing. BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, settled a lawsuit last week with the state of Tennessee that alleged that it misled consumers regarding the influence of climate and social justice ideolo...[+2788 chars] 2025-01-23T17:24:26 Janbelco BV trims stake in Thalassa Holdings https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/janbelco-bv-trims-stake-in-thalassa-holdings/ar-AA1xJLxt US en Janbelco BV has reduced its shareholding in Thalassa Holdings Ltd. on January 15, 2025. Janbelco's stake now represents 500,000 voting rights in the company. The company's stock is traded under the ticker symbol THAL. NAARDEN - Janbelco BV, based in Naarden, Netherlands, has reduced its shareholding in Thalassa Holdings Ltd, crossing a significant threshold in its investment position. On January 15, 2025, Janbelco'...[+1873 chars] 2025-01-23T17:22:23 France urges Brussels to indefinitely delay EU green rules for business https://www.politico.eu/article/france-urges-brussels-to-indefinitely-delay-eu-green-rules-for-business https://www.politico.eu/cdn-cgi/image/width=1200,height=630,fit=crop,quality=80,onerror=redirect/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23/GettyImages-2194635525-scaled.jpg BE en France and Germany call for a two-year delay to the implementation of the reporting rules and a significant reduction in the content of the CSRD. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced in November that Brussels would review and simplify three of the bloc's laws imposing disclosure requirements on businesses. 'The delay must give the necessary time to improve the directive,' the document added, specifically regarding its scope, which France argues should not apply to companies smaller than 5,000 employees ...[+1492 chars] 2025-01-23T16:15:58 CSG Law announces 2025 Litigation Chair & Practice Group leaders Tom Bergeron https://www.roi-nj.com/2025/01/23/law/csg-law-announces-2025-litigation-chair-practice-group-leaders https://images.roi-nj.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/law-firm-e1507564661535.jpg US en Danielle Corcione, Marisa Rauchway and Mauro G. Tucci Jr. were recently elevated to the leadership of the firm's Litigation Group as Chair and Practice Group Leader. Danielle is a former federal prosecutor, a former in-house counsel for a Fortune 500 beauty company, an experienced federal trial lawyer and a strategic advisor. Marisa's clients span a wide variety of industries. Mauro represents health care providers, financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufactures, and public entities. "Close up of several volumes of law books of codes and statutes on consumer protection Three attorneys at CSG Law (Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC ) were recently elevated to the leadership of the fir...[+3210 chars]" 2025-01-23T15:51:03 Unity Bank, AquaEarth partner to advance sustainability practices Favor Akpan https://naija247news.com/2025/01/23/unity-bank-aquaearth-partner-to-advance-sustainability-practices https://naija247news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Unity-bank-logo-1280x720-2.webp US en Unity Bank Plc has completed a project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting. It is in line with its commitment to global and national sustainability standards aimed at enhancing its role in responsible banking and sustainable finance. "23, January 2025 Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe! Unity Bank Plc said that it has successfully completed a transformative project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, an...[+2103 chars]" 2025-01-23T15:47:56 Costco defends its diversity policies as other U.S. companies scale theirs back The Washington Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/Costco_defends_its_diversity_policies_as_other_US_companies__ah https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/[] US en Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion practices. The proposal is not supported by the company's board of directors. The company will respond to the proposal in writing. Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion practices. 2025-01-23T15:43:16 Larry Fink Urges SEC to Speed Up Tokenization of Bonds and Stocks Ron Haruni https://wallstreetpit.com/122908-larry-fink-urges-sec-to-speed-up-tokenization-of-bonds-and-stocks https://wallstreetpit.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/blackrock-G.jpg US en Larry Fink is the Chairman and CEO of BlackRock. He was speaking on CNBC's Squawk Box from the World Economic Forum in Davos. He talked about the $500 billion Stargate AI project, the state of the economy, the Federal Reserve's inflation fight, and the future of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in corporate America. BlackRock (BLK) Chairman and CEO Larry Fink joined CNBC's 'Squawk Box' on Thursday from the World Economic Forum in Davos, covering topics ranging from the $500 billion Stargate AI project to the stat...[+2889 chars] 2025-01-23T15:40:54 Ninety One to adopt SDR ‘Sustainability Impact' label for second fund Darius McQuaid https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/ninety-one-to-adopt-sustainability-impact-label-for-second-fund https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2023/06/27170543/shutterstock_2142255221.jpg GB en Ninety One has adopted the 'Sustainability Impact' label for its Global Sustainable Equity Fund effective from 28 February 2025. The Global Environment Fund adopted the same label effective from 1 December. The fund aims to invest in businesses with sustainable drivers of structural growth, competitive advantages and that generate sustainable returns. Ninety One has announced that it will be adopting the 'Sustainability Impact' label under the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA's) Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) for its Global Sustainabl...[+1834 chars] 2025-01-23T15:32:20 'ESG's Collapse Exposes The Folly Of Woke Investing', by John Stossel John Stossel https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/esgs-collapse-exposes-the-folly-of https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc14bc4cf-52c9-4858-91a1-f0d7fe0d47a4_480x360.jpeg US en ESG's Collapse Exposes The Folly Of Woke Investing. Most funds promoting'sustainable investment' did worse than the market. Intel's stock fell 60% last year. Ford recently announced it will no longer require employees to take LGBTQ advocacy group surveys. Lowe's will reduce its participation in the Human Rights Campaign to focus on affordable housing. "ESG's Collapse Exposes The Folly Of Woke Investing Turns Out 'Sustainability' Is A Mostly Meaningless Word by A A 1 'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years back. So-called experts said...[+3358 chars]" 2025-01-23T15:22:55 Asset Declaration Should've Happened Before Swearing-In https://dailyguidenetwork.com/asset-declaration-shouldve-happened-before-swearing-in-domelevo https://dailyguidenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG-20250123-WA0015.jpg GH en Daniel Yaw Domelevo commended President John Dramani Mahama for directing his appointees to declare their assets. He also called for a more robust approach to enforcing asset declaration laws in Ghana. He recommended a policy mandating pre-swearing-in asset declarations for future appointments. Former Auditor General of Ghana, Daniel Yaw Domelevo, has commended President John Dramani Mahama for directing his appointees to declare their assets, promoting transparency and accountability in gov...[+1205 chars] 2025-01-23T15:10:00 DEI Isn't Dead. It's Being Rebranded, Reconstituted, and 'Reimagined' Rick Moran https://pjmedia.com/rick-moran/2025/01/23/dei-isnt-dead-its-being-rebranded-reconstituted-and-reimagined-n4936294 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/pj/images/up/2023/07/DEI.jpg US en "According to HR Grapevine,485 Fortune 500 companies still back ""diversity goals."" Conservative activist Robby Starbuck believes DEI is cornered and in a position to die. The radical left is always playing the long game and changing the name of its programs when confronted with opposition." "Word of DEI's demise has been greatly exaggerated. According to HR Grapevine, 485 Fortune 500 companies still back ""diversity goals."" While some companies have ditched DEI entirely, many others have s...[+3250 chars]" 2025-01-23T14:55:37 Reform existing asset declaration system – Executive Secretary of GACC Evans Nkum https://3news.com/news/reform-existing-asset-declaration-system-executive-secretary-of-gacc https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/GACC.png GH en Madam Beatrice Emefa Narteh has called for reforms in Ghana's asset declaration system. The current law requires public officials to declare their assets and liabilities within 6 months after assuming office. According to her, the system lacks critical verification mechanisms to confirm the accuracy of declared assets, rendering the process ineffective. Executive Secretary for Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC), Madam Beatrice Emefa Narteh, has called for robust reforms in Ghana's asset declaration system, citing weaknesses in the existing framew...[+1879 chars] 2025-01-23T14:34:12 Marfrig Ranks First Among Beef Protein Companies On The Coller FAIR Protein Producer Index https://www.esmmagazine.com/supply-chain/marfrig-ranks-first-among-beef-protein-companies-on-the-coller-fair-protein-producer-index-280801 https://img.resized.co/esmmagazine/eyJkYXRhIjoie1widXJsXCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL21lZGlhLm1hZGlzb25wdWJsaWNhdGlvbnMuZXVcXFwvZXNtbWFnYXppbmUtcHJvZFxcXC91cGxvYWRzXFxcLzIwMjVcXFwvMDFcXFwvMTYxNTI0MTJcXFwvTWFyZnJpZy1DYXR0bGUtc2NhbGVkLmpwZ1wiLFwid2lkdGhcIjoxMjAwLFwiaGVpZ2h0XCI6NjI3LFwiZGVmYXVsdFwiOlwiaHR0cHM6XFxcL1xcXC9pbWcucmVzaXplZC5jb1xcXC9uby1pbWFnZS5wbmdcIixcIm9wdGlvbnNcIjpbXX0iLCJoYXNoIjoiMThjZmFhY2E1ZDY3MjU2YzE3ZDkzNDdmZGQyZTYyZGFlZTAxZTJjNCJ9/marfrig-ranks-first-among-beef-protein-companies-on-the-coller-fair-protein-producer-index.jpg IE en Marfrig is the top-ranked beef company in the FAIR Initiative Index. The index assesses 60 global companies on key ESG risks and opportunities. FAIR is the world's fastest-growing ESG investor network. Marfrig was classified as low risk in sustainability criteria and retained its fourth overall position. The company improved its overall score by 4 percentage points, from 69% in 2023 to 73% in 2024. "Marfrig, one of the world's largest food companies, is the top-ranked beef company in the FAIR Initiative Index, the leading ESG performance index for the protein industry. The index assesses 60 globa...[+1601 chars]" 2025-01-23T14:01:35 Industry and Political Leaders to Gather at GLOBExCHANGE 2025 in Toronto and Move the Dial on the Global Clean Economy Newsfile https://www.theobserver.ca/newsfile/238115-industry-and-political-leaders-to-gather-at-globexchange-2025-in-toronto-and-move-the-dial-on-the-global-clean-economy https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/newsfile-238115.jpg CA en GLOBExCHANGE 2025 is one of North America's marquee events addressing environmental and economic sustainability. It will take place from February 11 to 13, 2025 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. Paul Polman, former CEO of Unilever, will be the keynote speaker. "Article content Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – January 23, 2025) – From February 11 to 13, 2025, business and sustainability leaders will convene at GLOBExCHANGE 2025, one of North America's marqu...[+2219 chars]" 2025-01-23T13:42:27 Ripple's president Monica Long to lay out Ripple's key priorities for 2025 Cryptopolitan https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/ripple_8217s_president_monica_long_to_lay_out_ripple_s_key_p https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/[] US en Monica Long, Ripple Labs' president, is going to discuss the company's strategic goals for 2025 in an upcoming interview on X space dubbed XRP Community Day. The event is scheduled for January 29 and will be broadcast live on X Space. Ripple Labs' president, Monica Long, is expected to unveil the company's strategic goals for 2025 in an upcoming interview on X space dubbed XRP Community Day. The event is scheduled for January 29.In...[+174 chars] 2025-01-23T13:37:47 European investors explore Rwanda's green bond market Alice Kagina https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/23491/news/finance/european-investors-explore-rwandas-green-bond-market https://www.newtimes.co.rw/thenewtimes/uploads/images/2025/01/23/68948.jpg RW en European investors held discussions with Rwandan financial institutions to explore opportunities in the country's green bond market. The delegation included leading European investment firms such as Amundi, AP2, Crédit Agricole CIB and other prominent entities at the forefront of sustainable finance. European investors on January 23 held discussions with Rwandan financial institutions to explore opportunities in the country's green bond market, according to the ministry of finance. This is in line...[+2648 chars] 2025-01-23T13:35:00 Honeywell CEO: It's my job to understand activist investors Brian Sozzi https://finance.yahoo.com/video/honeywell-ceo-job-understand-activist-133500230.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/FDmK5C1C3jDp6tomstmhug--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzQ-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-01/77cf0700-d98c-11ef-96c2-63d19acb61b6 US en Activist investors launched a record number of campaigns in 2024, with more expected in 2025. Elliott Management, which holds a roughly $5 billion stake in Honeywell, is pushing for a breakup of its business segments. CEO Vimal Kapur talks to Yahoo Finance at the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos. Activist investors launched a record number of campaigns in 2024, with more expected in 2025. Honeywell (HON) is no stranger to activist pressure with Elliott Management, which holds a roughly $5 bill...[+1209 chars] 2025-01-23T13:30:20 Costco Rejects Shareholder Proposal to Scale Back DEI Amir Daftari https://www.newsweek.com/costco-rejects-shareholder-proposal-scale-back-dei-2019523 https://d.newsweek.com/en/full/2571603/costco-store.jpg US en Costco is rejecting a shareholder proposal that calls for a review of the business risks posed by its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The company's board of directors voted unanimously to reject the motion. Costco's stance on DEI contrasts with the moves made by other large consumer companies. Costco is rejecting a shareholder proposal that calls for a review of the business risks posed by its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, highlighting its commitment to a workplace ground...[+3711 chars] 2025-01-23T13:15:03 Norway Wealth Fund CEO: US Inflation a Risk to Markets Elisa Martinuzzi https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/norway-wealth-fund/2025/01/23/id/1196180 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=8c78b261-75d4-4877-9374-e8935b72cc08&SiteName=Newsmax US en Inflationary pressure in the United States is one of the biggest risks to financial markets this year, according to the CEO of Norway's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund. The fund holds stakes in close to 9,000 companies, representing 1.5% of the world's listed equities. Half of the fund's investments are in the U.S. and a third in Europe. The chief executive of Norway's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund, one of the world's largest investors, said Thursday that inflationary pressure in the United States was one of the biggest risks to...[+3033 chars] 2025-01-23T12:58:02 Costco defends DEI policies even as others scale back Kelly Hayes https://www.yahoo.com/news/costco-defends-dei-policies-even-125802604.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/mGp1dES_do9COe1HR1wDzg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/livenow_fox_840/1706a7454b6a88c2e5bcf9ca6b80820d US en Costco's board of directors voted unanimously to ask shareholders to reject a shareholder proposal to evaluate the business risks posed by Costco's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices. It comes as many other U.S. companies have scaled their DEI policies back. "The Brief Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club to evaluate any business risks posed by its DEI practices. Costco's board of directors voted unanimously to ask...[+3546 chars]" 2025-01-23T12:47:35 Is Constellation Energy (CEG) the Most Promising Green Stock According to Hedge Funds? Mashaid Ahmed https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/constellation-energy-ceg-most-promising-124735748.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/N0tE1T0DppPQx8MSDsksfA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/0779627e46ba5fe5a7a546e36b365190 US en Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:CEG) is a leading energy provider in the United States. It operates one of the nation's largest solar and wind power plants with a generation capacity of 1,400 MW. The company recently partnered with L.A. Gore Associates on a 55-megawatt renewable energy project on a 20-year agreement. Constellation Energy Corp. has 78 Hedge Fund Investors. We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:CEG) stands against the other most promising green stocks according ...[+6294 chars] 2025-01-23T12:38:35 Here's everything about tax deductions for green contributions in India https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/here-s-everything-about-tax-deductions-for-green-contributions-in-india/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/l44920250123122303.jpeg IN en The Indian government provides several tax benefits for donations made toward eco-friendly initiatives. Donations to government-approved environmental organizations or entities qualify for tax deductions under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act. The deduction can range from 50% to 100% of the donated amount, depending on the specific entity you donate to. Investing in green bonds or sustainable funds that contribute to environmentally-friendly projects or companies can also avail deductions under Sections 80C and 35AC. Companies in India are required to allocate a percentage of their profits to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. "Summarize Next Article What's the story To foster a culture of environmental preservation, the Indian government provides several tax benefits for donations made toward eco-friendly initiatives. Grasp...[+2389 chars]" 2025-01-23T12:28:07 'Fossil fuels are losing their grip': Study shows solar overtook coal in EU power mix last year Miguel Veiga-Pestana https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4401330/fossil-fuels-losing-grip-study-solar-overtook-coal-eu-power-mix-last https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/26928fe/c11c09b3-92be-49cc-a050-13d8bc36a55d/1/iStock-147286730-370x229.jpg GB en Drax Group needs to do more to prove that the biomass they use is sustainable. Miguel Veiga-Pestana, Drax Group's CEO, explains this to his company's shareholders in a 3-minute-long letter on 21 January 2025. We understand that we need to do more to demonstrate that the biomass we use is genuinely sustainable and that we are taking the necessary steps to operate our business responsibly, writes Drax Group'...[+113 chars] 2025-01-23T12:26:41 Goodbye, DEI? Daria Solovieva https://www.realclearpolitics.com/2025/01/23/goodbye_dei_639646.html https://www.realclearpolitics.com/asset/img/social_media_assets/site_logos/rcp.png US en Some corporations began scaling back DEI programs before his executive orders, but others are still standing firm. .   in the U.S. and around the world. In the UK, some corporations are already scaling back. In Europe, some companies are already doing it. Some corporations began scaling back DEI programs before his executive orders, but others are holding firm. 2025-01-23T12:17:00 Coway Issues Official Statement Responding to Align Partners' Shareholder's Proposal Coway Co. https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/industry/household_consumer_cosmetics/coway-issues-official-statement-responding-to-align-partners-shareholders-proposal/article_b09dfd8c-36c7-5c07-a6da-d1693350f6dc.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/8d/f8d4b82e-177f-55bd-b58c-f6d98c53197d/671131385816e.image.jpg?crop=1215%2C638%2C742%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Coway Co., Ltd. has issued an official response to the shareholder's proposal of Align Partners Capital Management Inc. Coway plans to propose its own agenda for shareholder return rate based on the finalization of the company's financial statements and progress of external audit. "Align Partners submitted its shareholder's proposal through Seoul-based law firm Hannuri Law LLC on January 7 th, 2025 The shareholder's proposal includes a demand for the dividend rate expected to ac...[+528 chars]" 2025-01-23T12:10:20 SL Green Realty price target raised to $75 from $60 at BTIG Tip Ranks https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sl-green-realty-price-target-121020871.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/tipranks_452/0d423f953354afde80f7698be4a2e2e8 US en BTIG raised the firm's price target on SL Green Realty (SLG) to $75 from $60 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm believes 2025 will provide a unique opportunity for SL Green as investors focus on the earnings upside from leasing progress and external investment opportunities. BTIG raised the firm's price target on SL Green Realty (SLG) to $75 from $60 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm believes that 2025 will provide a unique opportunity for SL Green as investo...[+905 chars] 2025-01-23T11:38:16 Equatorial Guinea adopts new tax code APA https://apanews.net/equatorial-guinea-adopts-new-tax-code https://apanews.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tax-law.jpg SN en Equatorial Guinea has adopted Tax Code, Law No. 1/2024. It is designed to modernise the system, encourage compliance and foster economic growth. Corporate tax rate has been reduced from 35% to 25%. Businesses are now required to make two annual payments. Non-resident contractors and subcontractors are subject to 10% withholding tax. "Equatorial Guinea has adopted Tax Code, Law No. 1/2024, representing a major shift in the country's tax framework, APA can report on Thursday. It is designed to modernise the system, encourage complia...[+1539 chars]" 2025-01-23T11:30:24 E& collaborates with IBM to launch AI governance platform Staff Reporter https://www.broadcastprome.com/news/satellite/e-collaborates-with-ibm-to-launch-ai-governance-platform https://satelliteprome.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/E-and-IBM.jpg AE en e& has collaborated with IBM to deploy an end-to-end, multi-model Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI governance solution. The solution will leverage IBM's watsonx.governance enterprise AI and data governance platform and IBM Consulting's expertise in AI implementation. The collaboration builds on the relationship between IBM and e&. "The solution will leverage IBM's watsonx.governance enterprise AI and data governance platform. Photo credit: E& e&, a global technology group, has collaborated with IBM to deploy an end-to-end, multi...[+4271 chars]" 2025-01-23T11:27:29 26% of Luxembourg fund boards now have a female member: survey https://delano.lu/article/26-of-luxembourg-fund-boards-now-have-a-female-member-survey https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/26-of-luxembourg-fund-boards-now-have-a-female-member-survey/0.5/0.5/600/400/699932.jpg LU en The 2024 Luxembourg fund governance survey was conducted by PWC Luxembourg and the Luxembourg Institute of Governance. The majority of board members are still male, but the 2024 edition highlights a 'positive trend' with female representation increasing four points. The report highlighted progress in diversifying board membership and refining organisational practices. Board members met an average of 10 to 11 times annually. A key finding from the 2024 Luxembourg fund governance survey, on Thursday 23 January 2025, revealed that 26% of fund boards now include female representation, underscoring the industry's ongoing comm...[+2648 chars] 2025-01-23T11:07:36 Trump's Order Targets DEI Programs: A Legal Battleground Emerges Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3236205-trumps-order-targets-dei-programs-a-legal-battleground-emerges https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/29_02_2020_16_57_14_7140931.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en President Trump signed an executive order to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in both federal agencies and the private sector. Trump warned that companies could face investigations and legal repercussions if their DEI programs are considered discriminatory. The DEI framework seeks to rectify historical injustices against underrepresented groups. President Donald Trump has taken decisive action against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs by signing an executive order intended to dismantle such initiatives in both federal agencies a...[+806 chars] 2025-01-23T11:00:00 Exodus of banks from radical climate commitments helps secure KY's financial future Allison Ball https://www.kentucky.com/opinion/op-ed/article298990745.html https://www.elnuevoherald.com/ultimas-noticias/ih6ejq/picture297579018/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1140/bolsa%20nueva%20york.jpg US en BlackRock and JPMorgan Chase left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Allison Ball is the current State Auditor of Public Accounts for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Ball is committed to ensuring the laws passed are upheld and she is continuing the fight to safeguard Kentucky's economic future. "OPINION AND COMMENTARY Editorials and other Opinion content offer perspectives on issues important to our community and are independent from the work of our newsroom reporters. Op-Ed Exodus of banks f...[+3280 chars]" 2025-01-23T11:00:00 ‘Anti-woke' investing bill advances after Freedom Caucus compromises on penalty provision Andrew Graham Wyo File.com https://www.wyomingnews.com/anti-woke-investing-bill-advances-after-freedom-caucus-compromises-on-penalty-provision/article_2ebafaa6-d92d-11ef-bb3c-0f87f8d24d94.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wyomingnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/47/c47eaebc-d463-11ef-951c-8bc297e17a5c/678999c3857e1.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The Wyoming Freedom Caucus dropped a bill provision that would have penalized contracted financiers who invest the state's money in 'ESG' funds. House lawmakers agreed to strike a section of House Bill 80, 'Stop ESG-State funds fiduciary duty act' after days of heated debate and criticism. "CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Freedom Caucus on Wednesday dropped a controversial bill provision that would have penalized contracted financiers who invest the state's money in 'ESG' funds. Following days of...[+333 chars]" 2025-01-23T10:53:10 IBM and e& partner on AI governance platform Shivam Mishra https://www.verdict.co.uk/ibm-e-ai-governance-platform https://www.verdict.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ibm-shutterstock_2301582847.jpg GB en IBM and e& have teamed up on a multi-modal AI governance platform aimed at enhancing compliance and ethical practices. The end-to-end platform will leverage IBM's watsonx.governance and IBM Consulting's AI expertise. The solution establishes a centralised inventory of AI models, enabling comprehensive traceability and enhanced oversight. "The end-to-end platform will leverage IBM's watsonx.governance and IBM Consulting's AI expertise. Credit: Robert Way/Shutterstock. Technology companies IBM and e& have teamed up on a multi-modal AI go...[+2873 chars]" 2025-01-23T10:39:05 Government ‘not ripping up' green protections, minister says, amid projects push David Lynch https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/matthew-pennycook-keir-starmer-government-sadiq-khan-heathrow-airport-b1206617.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2025/01/23/10/f9e9570cf95adb8a1a1db19939655b0bY29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzM3NzE0ODI5-2.8618964.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en The Chancellor did not say that individual projects should be compatible with legally binding climate change commitments, as he said on BBC Radio 4's Today programme. He said it was important to say that. for the sake of the public interest and for the environment. He also told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: 'I just think this is important to say, the Chancellor did not say we are ripping up the obligation for individual projects to be compatible with our legall...[+37 chars] 2025-01-23T10:24:47 Recently, the demands of activist investors have been changing more actively than before, such as ac.. Myongjiye https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11225951 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202501/23/news-p.v1.20250123.4c2c42512f9844509c0ad39f9f29d2c8_P1.png KR en Analysis of 40 Companies Targeting Activism Up 5% on average right after the campaign. SK Square at 24%, Coway at 4%. According to Bloomberg, the proportion of net cash companies in Korea is 48%, higher than that of advanced countries such as the United States (25%) and Europe (29%). "Analysis of 40 Companies Targeting Activism Up 5% on average right after the campaign SK Square at 24%, Coway at 4%. Image to help understand the article. [Image = ChatGPT] Recently, the demands of ac...[+3645 chars]" 2025-01-23T10:15:51 Jamie Dimon is doubling down on JPMorgan's DEI work as a conservative group targets Wall Street: 'Bring them on' https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/jamie-dimon-is-doubling-down-on-jpmorgan-s-dei-work-as-a-conservative-group-targets-wall-street-bring-them-on/ar-AA1xIr65 US en Jamie Dimon reaffirmed JPMorgan's diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The activist National Legal and Policy Center wants JPMorgan to revisit how executive compensation is tied to the company's racial equity goal. In 2020, JPMorgan announced a $30 billion program aimed at working on racial equity in personal finance. The NLPC has sent shareholder proposals focused on climate, China, and other issues to major companies. Jamie Dimon reaffirmed JPMorgan's DEI commitments after pressure from an activist shareholder.One group wants JPMorgan to revisit how compensation is tied to the company's racial equity goal.Trump's e...[+6033 chars] 2025-01-23T10:13:34 Costco Stands Firm Against Shareholder DEI Review Proposal Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3236121-costco-stands-firm-against-shareholder-dei-review-proposal https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/06_06_2024_01_02_31_6184867.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The board of directors of Costco voted against a shareholder proposal urging the company to scrutinize its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices for potential risks. The decision sets Costco apart from other brands like Walmart and McDonald's, which retreated from DEI initiatives in light of the recent Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in college admissions. Costco is taking a firm stance against a shareholder proposal urging the company to scrutinize its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices for potential risks. The proposal, submitted by the ...[+858 chars] 2025-01-23T10:09:57 Costco defends its diversity policies as other US companies scale theirs back https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/01/23/business/costco-dei-policies https://bostonglobe-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/6TDSUVNYD2EOYROYJRAGCDT5FQ.jpg?auth=55be2c651fe0b2466f75e812b94784a1ce1dcdbecf97893240b644cc5f0ebd87&width=1440 US en Costco's board of directors voted unanimously to ask shareholders to reject the motion. The board believes having diverse employees and suppliers fostered 'creativity and innovation in the merchandise and services that we offer' and led to greater customer satisfaction among Costco members. Conservative groups have filed lawsuits making similar arguments about corporations. "Costco officials could not be reached for comment on the DEI proposal. Advertisement But Costco's board of directors voted unanimously to ask shareholders to reject the motion. The board said it belie...[+3683 chars]" 2025-01-23T10:06:39 Exki raises €15m to relaunch its business https://delano.lu/article/exki-raises-15m-to-relaunch-its-business https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/exki-raises-15m-to-relaunch-its-business/0.5/0.5/600/400/699855.jpg LU en Belgian restaurant chain Exki has reached an agreement with its shareholders for a capital increase of €15m. The aim of this operation is to enable the chain to begin its transformation in order to relaunch itself and return to profitability. Iris Belgium has taken over the holdings of the Dossche family and the company's co-founder and former CEO Frédéric Rouvez. Belgian restaurant chain Exki, which specialises in healthy, sustainable meals, on Thursday 23 January announced that it had reached an agreement with its shareholders for a capital increase of €15m. ...[+1328 chars] 2025-01-23T10:05:05 Iveco Group N.V. to present its 2024 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results on 7th February 2025 Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/iveco-group-n-v-to-present-its-2024-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-results-on-7th-february-2025 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=MTAwMTA0NDU1OSM0MDIwNDkzMzAjMjIzMzE2OA== CA en Iveco Group N.V. confirms that its financial results for the Fourth Quarter and Full Year of 2024 will be presented on Friday, 7 February 2025. A live audio webcast of the conference call will begin at 11:00 am CET / 10:00 AM GMT. The related press release and presentation will be posted on the corporate website. "Article content Turin, 23 rd January 2025. Iveco Group N.V. (EXM: IVG) confirmed today that its financial results for the Fourth Quarter and Full Year of 2024 will be presented on Friday, 7 th Februar...[+359 chars]" 2025-01-23T10:04:11 3 Exceptional Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 4.6% Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/3-exceptional-dividend-stocks-yielding-100411753.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/3f08e2757a70789cc66c0b8f008ce166 US en As global markets experience a rebound, investors are looking to dividend stocks as a reliable source of income amidst fluctuating economic conditions. The list of 1981 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener includes Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI), Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371), Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO), Peoples Bancorp (TSE:PEBO) and CAC Holdings (TSe:4725). Essex Bio-Technology Limited is an investment holding company that develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells bio-pharmaceutical products in the People's Republic of China, Hong Kong As global markets experience a rebound driven by cooling inflation and strong bank earnings, investors are increasingly looking to dividend stocks as a reliable source of income amidst fluctuating eco...[+5667 chars] 2025-01-23T10:03:57 Costco defends its diversity policies as other US companies scale theirs back Associated Press https://winnipegsun.com/pmn/costco-defends-its-diversity-policies-as-other-us-companies-scale-theirs-back https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/winnipegsun/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/WS20240206KK30.WP-scaled-e1713811495841.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=vlRU8PGmjsXZA1h9Lx2olQ CA en Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of its diversity, equity and inclusion practices. Investors were expected to vote on the recommendation during the company's annual meeting Thursday. The think tank has made a similar proposal to Apple. Costco's board voted unanimously to ask shareholders to reject the motion. "Published Jan 23, 2025 • 3 minute read By Anne D'innocenzio NEW YORK (AP) — Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any busi...[+6853 chars]" 2025-01-23T10:00:48 Costco defends its diversity policies as other US companies scale theirs back Anne D'Innocenzio https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/23/costco-shareholder-proposal-diversity-dei/eb716a5c-d970-11ef-85a9-331436ec61e9_story.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/4W7TLUGZOAI67BNJGMKDN3DB5E.jpg&w=1440 US en Investors were expected to vote on the proposal during the company's annual meeting Thursday. The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank based in Washington, submitted the proposal. It argued that Costco's diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives hold 'litigation, reputational and financial risks to the company' NEW YORK — Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion practices...[+374 chars] 2025-01-23T09:40:52 Ethereum's leadership dilemma: 'In the process of large changes' Ishika Kumari https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/ethereum-s-leadership-dilemma-in-the-process-of-large-changes-bb4a5541ee2a75d61d7313c529e0a0731f52798a https://ambcrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ethereum-Foundation-1000x600.webp FR en Ethereum's trajectory has come under scrutiny due to growing concerns surrounding its roadmap and governance structure. Spot market demand for Ethereum dropped 84% as Bitcoin showed resilience. Anthony D'Onofrio, a founding member of Ethereum, took to X to advocate for leadership reforms within the organization. "Ethereum Foundation faced calls for leadership reform to address governance challenges. Spot market demand for Ethereum dropped 84% as Bitcoin showed resilience. Ethereum's [ETH] trajectory has come u...[+853 chars]" 2025-01-23T09:19:49 Anti-DEI activists target major banks like Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan: report New York Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/AntiDEI_activists_target_major_banks_like_Goldman_Sachs_JPMo https://i.ytimg.com/vi/U2Y8lCzA1U4/0.jpg US en Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase are the latest companies to feel the heat from anti-DEI activists demanding they eliminate or shrink their 'woke' policies. Two other major lenders, Bank of America and BofA are also feeling the heat. Wall Street banks Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase became the latest major companies to feel the heat from anti-DEI activists demanding they eliminate or shrink their 'woke' policies, according to a r...[+61 chars] 2025-01-23T09:19:46 ASX governance council splits over DEI Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/workplace/asx-governance-council-splits-over-dei-20250123-p5l6n0 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.4162%2C$multiply_1%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_1008%2C$y_21/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_exclusive_no_age_social_wm/3629de4c7ed83646afe2329e26a613adc49dab77 AU en ASX Corporate Governance Council is split on how to proceed with controversial diversity reporting for listed companies. Business and investor groups have been summoned to a February 14 meeting to try to resolve the year-long standoff over the latest version of the principles, which apply to ASX-listed companies. The ASX Corporate Governance Council has split on how to proceed with controversial diversity reporting for listed companies as business groups push for the changes to be watered down before a crucial...[+293 chars] 2025-01-23T09:13:29 Dispatches from the Group Chats, Inauguration Edition Erik Torenberg https://eriktorenberg.substack.com/p/dispatches-from-the-group-chats-inauguration https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5938d0a-6ebc-4aeb-bc7d-3d9298acf066_968x726.png US en Facebook board decided to change the hiring policy in favor of diversity and equal opportunity. People discuss the political and social consequences of this decision. They discuss the difference between equality of opportunity (DEI) and equality of outcome (TDS). They also discuss the impact of the Facebook board's decision. "Political effects of fires The problem is that there is a strong leftist narrative here: 1. Global Warming is obviously out of control, we need to amp up all climate activities 2. The insurance indust...[+27123 chars]" 2025-01-23T08:35:38 Forestar Group approves charter changes, elects directors https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/forestar-group-approves-charter-changes-elects-directors/ar-AA1xIdwp US en Forestar Group Inc. announced changes to its corporate governance and the election of directors following its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on Monday. The company's stock has seen significant pressure recently, trading near its 52-week low. According to InvestingPro analysis, the stock appears undervalued, trading at an attractive P/E ratio of 6.75. Citi analysts reduced their price target to $32 from $39, but maintained a Buy rating on Forestar Group. Forestar Group Inc . (NYSE:FOR), a real estate firm with a market capitalization of $1.23 billion and currently trading at $24.09, announced changes to its corporate governance and the election of dir...[+4244 chars] 2025-01-23T08:19:21 Frasers Property Thailand Holds 2025 Annual General Meeting, Announces Dividend of 0.31 Baht per Share Plentisoft https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/frasers-property-thailand-holds-2025-annual-general-meeting-announces-dividend-of-0-31-baht-per-share-1034228868 https://www.frasersproperty.co.th/storage/updates/company-news/2025/01/20250114-115250-1.jpg US en Frasers Property (Thailand) Public Company Limited is Thailand's first and leading fully integrated real estate company with a portfolio spanning residential, industrial, and commercial properties. The company declared a dividend of 0.31 baht per share to be paid to shareholders on 11 February 2025. "BANGKOK, January 15, 2025 -- Frasers Property (Thailand) Public Company Limited or ""FPT"", Thailand's first and leading fully integrated real estate company with a portfolio spanning residential, indus...[+2733 chars]" 2025-01-23T08:07:00 J.S. Held Releases 2025 Global Risk Report Addressing Critical Risks Amid Uncertainty Jan. 23, 2025 08:07 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6021972 https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1824221/JS_Held_Logo.jpg?p=publish TW en The 2025 J.S. Held Global Risk Report explores five interconnected topics that organizations must consider in managing risk and opportunity in the year ahead. The report includes an analysis of these categories of risk and actionable opportunities for companies to gain a competitive edge while addressing critical vulnerabilities. JERICHO, N.Y. , Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On the first day of the new presidential administration in the United States , global consulting firm J.S. Held unveils its annual report focused on criti...[+5316 chars] 2025-01-23T08:03:24 Citing security, Japan to plug loophole in reporting rules for foreign investment Makiko Yamazaki https://www.reuters.com/markets/asia/citing-security-japan-plug-loophole-reporting-rules-foreign-investment-2025-01-23 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/S6DJOSEWOJKMLLMZ22WMCHLNOE.jpg?auth=b4bdfda74c1e1c978c13fea2ff48e7bd19de253925a63aa7491cf6e6bab7f914&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Japan's finance ministry plans to plug a loophole in reporting requirements for foreign investors under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act. The change will mandate prior notifications from all foreign investors that might cooperate with foreign governments in collecting intelligence. The requirement kicks in when such a company attempts to acquire 1% or more of firms deemed key to Japan's national security. TOKYO, Jan 23 (Reuters) - Japan's finance ministry plans to plug a loophole in reporting requirements for foreign investors under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act, in an effort to prevent in...[+1508 chars] 2025-01-23T07:51:43 Mindspace REIT Joins Elite Sustainability Ranks in 2024 DJSI Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3235936-mindspace-reit-joins-elite-sustainability-ranks-in-2024-djsi https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/23_01_2025_13_21_31_8080906.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Mindspace Business Parks REIT has achieved a significant milestone by being ranked among the top 10% of real estate investment trusts in the prestigious 2024 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Mindspace REIT's strong performance underscores its commitment to excellence in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Mindspace Business Parks REIT has achieved a significant milestone by being ranked among the top 10% of real estate investment trusts in the prestigious 2024 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Scoring 70...[+811 chars] 2025-01-23T07:45:00 Mindspace Business Parks REIT Achieves Significant ESG Milestone in 2024 Dow Jones Sustainability Index Assessment https://www.aninews.in/news/business/mindspace-business-parks-reit-achieves-significant-esg-milestone-in-2024-dow-jones-sustainability-index-assessment20250123131516 https://d3lzcn6mbbadaf.cloudfront.net/media/details/ANI-20250123074435.jpg IN en Mindspace Business Parks REIT (BSE: 543217 | NSE: MINDSPACE) has secured a prestigious position among the top 10% in the Real Estate Investor (REI) Equity category for Real Estate Investment Trusts. The REIT has achieved an impressive score of 70 out of 100, highlighting its commitment to excellence in Environmental, Social, and Governance performance. "ANI | Updated: Jan 23, 2025 13:15 IST BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 23: Mindspace Business Parks REIT (BSE: 543217 | NSE: MINDSPACE) ('Mindspace REIT'), owner and developer ...[+2623 chars]" 2025-01-23T07:35:01 Blackrock exits climate commitments Cristina Monge https://www.eurotopics.net/en/332815/blackrock-exits-climate-commitments https://www.eurotopics.net/cache/images/9/332819-5x3-facebook.jpg?A1AEA-1737652560 DE en The world's biggest asset manager, Blackrock, is withdrawing from the climate group Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAMI). The initiative brings together investment managers committed to a climate-neutral economy by 2050 and investing in 'green' industries. Commentators discuss whether this is a new global trend. The world's biggest asset manager Blackrock has announced that it is withdrawing from the climate group Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAMI). The initiative brings together investment managers w...[+197 chars] 2025-01-23T07:34:52 Is Tesla (TSLA) the Most Promising Green Stock According to Hedge Funds? Mashaid Ahmed https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/is-tesla-tsla-the-most-promising-green-stock-according-to-hedge-funds/ar-AA1xHHMg US en Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement is a blow to global efforts to combat global warming. The Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ) has abandoned its requirement that its members be aligned with the Paris Agreement. The Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative has also been impacted by the shift in the global financial sector. However, sectors such as renewable energy and electric vehicles are expected to continue demonstrating resilience. We recently compiled a list of the 12 Most Promising Green Stocks According to Hedge Funds. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) stands against the other mos...[+6336 chars] 2025-01-23T07:19:04 East Pipes shareholders approve real estate addition to objectives Argaam https://www.argaam.com/en/article/articledetail/id/1784384 https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/29bbc206-5e35-497b-9d37-24a375324083.png SA en East Pipes Integrated Company for Industry's shareholders approved an amendment to the company's bylaws during an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) held on January 22. Article (3) of the bylaws was updated to include real estate activities. The changes involved restructuring and renumbering the articles to reflect the proposed updates. "East Pipes Integrated Company for Industry 's shareholders approved an amendment to the company's bylaws during an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) held on January 22. In a statement to Tadawul, Ea...[+330 chars]" 2025-01-23T07:06:48 Investors should forget DEI and ESG wars and follow the money James Thomson https://www.afr.com/chanticleer/investors-should-forget-dei-and-esg-wars-and-follow-the-money-20250123-p5l6rd https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.5298%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_64/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/8b1b60e623d77f394c0bf38d10ae59d62f96f298 AU en Donald Trump has started a debate about the validity of the ESG (environmental, social and governance) and DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) movements. Warren Buffett's 'buy straw hats in winter' advice sums up the idea that wild swings in sentiment create risks and opportunities for investors. One of the great rules of investing is that things are never as bad as they seem, nor as good. Perhaps the most famous contrarian maxim of them all – Warren Buffett's 'buy straw hats in winter' – neat...[+367 chars] 2025-01-23T06:59:42 With 43% ownership, Envipco Holding N.V. (AMS:ENVI) insiders have a lot riding on the company's future Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/43-ownership-envipco-holding-n-065942337.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4afa9747177650711578ccd57242a6b7 US en Envipco Holding N.V. (AMS:ENVI) has a significant insider ownership in the company with a 43% stake. Institutional ownership is 21%. Private companies own 8.8% of the company. Maurice Bouri, the Senior Key Executive, holds the most shares at 11%. "Envipco Holding's significant insider ownership suggests inherent interests in company's expansion A total of 8 investors have a majority stake in the company with 53% ownership Institutional ownershi...[+5274 chars]" 2025-01-23T06:55:01 Seplat Energy To Enhance Partnership Deal With Akwa Ibom State Chika Izuora https://leadership.ng/seplat-energy-to-enhance-partnership-deal-with-akwa-ibom-state https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Seplat-Energy.webp NG en Seplat Energy Plc has expressed its commitment to partnering with the Akwa Ibom State government for sustainable development. This was disclosed during a courtesy visit to the state governor, Pastor Umo Eno, by a Seplat delegation led by the Board chairman, Senator Udo Udoma. Governor Eno assured the team of the state government's unwavering support and continued commitment to creating an enabling environment for the company's operations. "Seplat Energy Plc has expressed its commitment to partnering with the Akwa Ibom State government for sustainable development. This was disclosed during a courtesy visit to the state governor, Pastor U...[+1861 chars]" 2025-01-23T06:45:37 New Zealand's DSG Group eyeing collaboration on digital finance Bernama https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/business/2025/01/23/new-zealands-dsg-group-eyeing-collaboration-on-digital-finance https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/6772c29d-t12331_the-next-opportunity-for-tokenisation-01-e1713532519795_1600x1000_1.webp MY en New Zealand-based DSG Group wants to collaborate with Malaysia to advance the country's digital finance goals. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised the importance of digital transformation in Malaysia's economic and financial sectors. DSG specialises in connecting local asset offerings, such as small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) equities, infrastructure funds, and green bonds with international investors. "Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised the importance of digital transformation within the country's economic and financial sectors. (ION Group pic) PETALING JAYA: New Zealand-based DSG Group, a ...[+2925 chars]" 2025-01-23T06:44:19 Uncertainty Lingers Over Trump's Ambitious Oil Production Plans Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3235871-uncertainty-lingers-over-trumps-ambitious-oil-production-plans https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/23_01_2025_12_14_13_6896523.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Report casts doubt on President Trump's pledge to enhance oil production and expand the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Private companies influence global demand, pricing and profit margins rather than political directives. Efforts to replenish the SPR hinge on securing additional funding from Congress. Trump's commitment to domestic oil production is evident, but its success depends on Congressional support and administration's ability to tackle economic and logistical challenges effectively. A recent report by UBS casts doubt on President Donald Trump's ambitious pledge to enhance oil production and expand the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). The report outlines the inherent uncertainti...[+1026 chars] 2025-01-23T06:34:00 New Zealand Companies Act Reform: Are Changes Sufficient? Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/new-zealand-companies-act-reform-are-changes-1395314 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fuploads%2F1412533519888a485b488%2Fbb9f9777%3Fixid%3DMXwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHw%253D%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1350%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en Reforms to the Companies Act are meant to make Aotearoa New Zealand an easier and safer place to do business. The government's changes focus on deterrence of poor business practices and reducing the burden of compliance for businesses. The reforms also fail to address more fundamental questions: what role does a corporation perform in society and what role should it perform? Reforms to the Companies Act are meant to make Aotearoa New Zealand an easier and safer place to do business . But key gaps in the reforms mean they could fall short of achieving these goals. Lynn Buc...[+5455 chars] 2025-01-23T06:27:00 The great corporate pretence is finally over https://www.campaignindia.in/article/the-great-corporate-pretence-is-finally-over/500431 https://cdn.i.haymarketmedia.asia/?n=campaign-asia%2fcontent%2fTech.jpg&h=630&w=1200&q=75&v=20170226&c=1 IN en 2025 is exposing the friction between corporate values and valuations, revealing what happens when trust is deemed to have outlived its market worth. Meta's masculinity pivot to the mass corporate retreat from DEI, flexibility, and parity commitments, is one of the examples. "Advertising Media PR Marketing Digital Opinion From Meta's masculinity pivot to the mass corporate retreat from DEI, flexibility, and parity commitments, 2025 is exposing the friction between corporat...[+103 chars]" 2025-01-23T06:25:05 Trump fires up war on woke Jennifer Hewett https://www.afr.com/policy/foreign-affairs/trump-s-fires-up-war-on-woke-20250123-p5l6my https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.309%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_158/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/f33ceaa70534349761ecf7587a52da82988193e3 AU en Donald Trump's war on woke is supercharging a conservative backlash. DEI (diversity equity and inclusion) and ESG (environmental, social and governance) have been transformed from tickets of admission to polite society to Republican weapons of destruction aimed directly at companies that had embraced such goals. "Donald Trump's war on woke is supercharging a conservative backlash that had already gained strong momentum, particularly over the past year. Acronyms like DEI (diversity equity and inclusion) and ESG...[+230 chars]" 2025-01-23T06:07:09 "SEC enhances ""ESG Product Platform"" by incorporating SRI fund details to promote sustainable investing" Pr Desk https://www.thailand-business-news.com/markets/190777-sec-enhances-esg-product-platform-by-incorporating-sri-fund-details-to-promote-sustainable-investing https://i0.wp.com/b2thbz.siamnews.network/2025/01/1737511099_sec-building.jpg TH en SEC updated ESG Product Platform with key information on SRI Funds to promote sustainable investments. Platform provides easy access to accurate and up-to-date information for investors and the public. Next phase of developing the platform will focus on Thai ESG Funds that invest in stocks of listed companies with corporate value-up plans. SEC updated ESG Product Platform with key information on SRI Funds to promote sustainable investments. Platform provides easy access to accurate and up-to-date information for investors and the public...[+2368 chars] 2025-01-23T06:04:57 What did Exxon's Routledge actually say? Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/01/23/opinion/letters/what-did-exxons-routledge-actually-say https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en ExxonMobil will not agree to renegotiation, as stated by Vice President Jagdeo and Mr. Routledge. Faiyaz Alli wants to know if ExxonMobil has publicly said that it will not 'invoke' any discussions, as it was stated by Mr Routledge, or if it is a matter of public statement. "Dear Editor, Did ExxonMobil publicly said it 'will not agree to renegotiation', as stated by Vice President Jagdeo? Or, is it that Mr. Routledge declared that ExxonMobil will not 'invoke' any discussi...[+158 chars]" 2025-01-23T05:20:00 Stanbic IBTC launches N148.7bn rights issue on NGX Invest platform Urowayino Jeremiah https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/01/stanbic-ibtc-launches-n148-7bn-rights-issue-on-ngx-invest-platform https://cdn.vanguardngr.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/44116259-stanbic-ibtc.jpg NG en The Stanbic IBTC Holdings has launched its N148.7 billion Rights Issue on the Nigeria Exchange NGX e-offering platform, NGX Invest. Qualified investors can seamlessly take up their rights via the platform at https://invest.ngxgroup.com. Our collaboration with AquaEarth Consulting has positioned us to not only meet the growing demand for ESG-aligned practices but also play a leading role in advancing Nigeria's sustainability agenda. W...[+1639 chars] 2025-01-23T05:03:46 Phase III of HSN code reporting in GSTR-1/1A to roll out from February Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/Phase_III_of_HSN_code_reporting_in_GSTR1_1A_to_roll_out_from https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/[] US en GSTN has decided to implement phase III of mandatory HSN code reporting from next month. The change will enable the GSTN to compile more value-added reports concerning the GST. The new phase will be implemented from February 2025. . To ensure accuracy and consistency in GST compliance, GSTN has decided to implement phase III of mandatory HSN code reporting from next month. Experts say that this change will enable GSTN to compile ...[+201 chars] 2025-01-23T05:00:41 Possible CSRD-CSDDD-taxonomy omnibus bill creates major EU dustup https://delano.lu/article/the-csrd-csddd-taxonomy-omnibus-the-eus-first-nightmare https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/the-csrd-csddd-taxonomy-omnibus-the-eus-first-nightmare/0.5/0.5/600/400/699569.jpg LU en The European Commission is expected to announce on 26 February its intentions regarding the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the regulation on green taxonomy. Ferrero, L'Oréal, Primark, Nestlé and L'Occitane wrote to the European Commission asking them to focus on the implementation of these rules. Omnibus, not omnibus. To pause or not to pause. To update the timeline or not. Updating the reporting obligations or not. Nothing will be clear until 26 February and the expected announcement of the E...[+7643 chars] 2025-01-23T05:00:27 Exclaimer Integrates with Chili Piper https://www.destinationcrm.com/Articles/ReadArticle.aspx?ArticleID=167712 https://dzceab466r34n.cloudfront.net/Images/IssueImages/166164-1024_AIandKM_eGain_480x610-choice2-ORG.png US en Exclaimer has integrated with Chili Piper, a demand conversion platform. Exclaimer's new integration allows users to embed personalized meeting booking links into their email signatures and then coordinate those into their calendaring apps. Rob Singer, CEO of Exclaimer, said the integration is a major step forward for businesses looking to improve their go-to-market strategies. "Exclaimer Integrates with Chili Piper Exclaimer, a provider of email signature management solutions, has integrated with Chili Piper, a demand conversion platform, allowing Exclaimer users to simplify...[+899 chars]" 2025-01-23T04:59:53 MPI to embark on pilot project to assist retired newsmen Audrey Dermawan https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/01/1165113/mpi-embark-pilot-project-assist-retired-newsmen https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/Datuk_Yong_Soo_Heong-230125_1737608383.jpg MY en Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) is working with Advance Dispute Resolution Centre (ADRC) to produce profiles for companies and organisations that need to publicise their capability and track record. ADRC is a non-profit organisation founded by Tan Sri Mohd Yussof Latiff to promote a harmonious multicultural society. It trains mediators by assisting disputing parties to resolve conflicts. GEORGE TOWN: The Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) has embarked on a fresh initiative to help retired, out-of-work or freelance journalists supplement their incomes through a collaboration with Penang-b...[+3375 chars] 2025-01-23T04:20:06 Unity Bank, AquaEarth Consulting Partner to Advance ESG, Sustainability Practices Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4064899/unity-bank-aquaearth-consulting-partner-to-advance-esg-sustainability-practices.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Unity Bank Plc has completed a transformative project as part of its commitment to global and national sustainability standards aimed at enhancing its role in responsible banking and sustainable finance. The bank has successfully completed the transformative project. . For confidential support, call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch or click here. As part of its commitment to global and national sustainability standards aimed at enhancing its role in responsible banking and sustainable finance, Unity Bank Plc has successfully completed a transf...[+39 chars] 2025-01-23T04:00:00 Shareholders of Gokaldas Exports vote against ESOP resolutions ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/shareholders-of-gokaldas-exports-vote-against-esop-resolutions/articleshow/117471284.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117471315,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-11514,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Gokaldas Exports shareholders voted against four special resolutions related to the company's employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs). Institutional Investor Advisory Services (IiAS) recommended voting against the ESOP-related resolutions. IiAS believes ESOPs should benefit a broad base of employees rather than disproportionately benefiting senior management. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel Mumbai: Shareholders of Gokaldas Exports (GEL) voted against four special resolutions related to the company's em...[+1550 chars]" 2025-01-23T04:00:00 2024 CITI & CATI Index Results Announced: Luxshare Precision Continues to Lead in Green Supply Chain Media Out Reach Newswire https://portal.sina.com.hk/finance/finance-mediaoutreachnewswire/media-outreach/2025/01/23/1104477/2024-citi-cati-index-results-announced-luxshare-precision-continues-to-lead-in-green-supply-chain https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/CompanyThumb/390x205/357758/Luxshare HK en Luxshare Precision ranked 4th in the CATI index and 11th in CITI index. Luxshare Precision has developed a green supply chain management system, implementing an ESG carbon emission management module and activating a Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) system. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 January 2025 – On October 31, 2024, the Institute of Public and Environmental Affairs (IPE) released the 2024 Green Supply Chain CITI Evaluation Report and...[+2924 chars] 2025-01-23T03:42:00 Schneider Electric Tops Global Sustainability List Again Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/schneider-electric-tops-global-sustainability-1395673 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/news-and-developments.jpg US en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. It is the first time a company has been awarded this title twice in the Global 100 index. The company is committed to delivering the best environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance possible. "First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice 14 th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7 th top 10 ranking consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7 top 10 ranking Follows strong 2...[+4306 chars]" 2025-01-23T03:34:50 Sustainability implications of AI investment Newsday https://newsday.co.tt/2025/01/22/sustainability-implications-of-ai-investment https://newsday.co.tt/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23225621-1.jpg TT en Accountants have a key role in driving organisations towards using AI to hit sustainability goals. Embracing AI effectively requires education and a cultural mind shift. Alistair Brisbourne, head of technology research at ACCA warns AI is a double-edged sword. Accountants need to lead in the establishment of good data practices to ensure benefits are realised. "Business Accountants have a key role in driving organisations towards using AI (artificial intelligence) to hit sustainability goals, especially in the area of data quality and data governance. At the...[+3202 chars]" 2025-01-23T03:19:36 Murdoch's Apology and UK Financial Shake-Up Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3235664-murdochs-apology-and-uk-financial-shake-up https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_05_2019_11_51_19_0419949.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Rupert Murdoch's News Group Newspapers has issued a formal apology to Prince Harry. Nikhil Rathi, head of the UK Financial Conduct Authority, is urging politicians to define the level of consumer harm that is considered acceptable. Saba Capital has encountered a setback in its campaign against UK-listed companies, failing to remove the board of Herald Investment Trust. European Commission proposes extending EU banks' access to UK derivatives clearing houses until June 2028. Rupert Murdoch's News Group Newspapers has issued a formal apology to Prince Harry, admitting to unlawful activities and agreeing to pay substantial damages. This development represents a notable ackn...[+736 chars] 2025-01-23T02:37:51 Unity Bank, AquaEarth Consulting Partner to Advance ESG, Sustainability Practices Nigeria https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/01/23/unity-bank-aquaearth-consulting-partner-to-advance-esg-sustainability-practices https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/Unity-Bank.png NG en Unity Bank Plc has completed a project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting. The project focused on a comprehensive review and enhancement of Unity Bank's ESG practices. It resulted in the development of robust policies, frameworks and a forward-looking sustainability strategy. As part of its commitment to global and national sustainability standards aimed at enhancing its role in responsible banking and sustainable finance, Unity Bank Plc has successfully completed a transf...[+2631 chars] 2025-01-23T01:22:09 HMM Aims for Over 2.5 Trillion Won in Shareholder Returns Within One Year Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=234256 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202501/234256_237187_1752_v150.jpg KR en "HMM, one of South Korea's largest shipping companies, announced its ambitious ""2030 Mid- to Long-Term Strategy"" which includes a substantial investment of 23.5 trillion won by 2030. On Jan. 22, HMM revealed its comprehensive strategy to enhance corporate value and return over 2.5 billion won to shareholders within the next year." "Last September, HMM, one of South Korea's largest shipping companies, announced its ambitious ""2030 Mid- to Long-Term Strategy,"" which includes a substantial investment of 23.5 trillion won by 2030. O...[+1611 chars]" 2025-01-23T01:14:29 Public unlisted companies at PSX: SECP issues consultation paper for RTP launch Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40344133/public-unlisted-companies-at-psx-secp-issues-consultation-paper-for-rtp-launch https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/01/6791967318e1c.jpg PK en The SECP proposes registration of unlisted public limited companies on the Registration and Trading Platform (RTP) for public unlisted companies at Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) in order to increase visibility of Pakistan's corporate sector. RTP does not equate to formal PSX listing. Stakeholders are requested to submit feedback to the SECP by February 06, 2025. ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) proposed launch of a Registration and Trading Platform (RTP) for public unlisted companies at Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX)...[+2323 chars] 2025-01-23T01:01:35 Only 40 Pct at TSE Make Simultaneous Bilingual Disclosures https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2025012201027/only-40-pct-at-tse-make-simultaneous-bilingual-disclosures.html https://www.nippon.com/en/ncommon/contents/category_thumbnails/21/1448659/1448659.jpg JP en Only 40% of Prime section companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Prime section disclose key information except earnings summaries in Japanese and English simultaneously. In April this year, Prime section firms will be obliged to disclose all key information subject to the timely disclosure rule in both languages simultaneously. "News from Japan Economy Jan 23, 2025 10:01 (JST) Tokyo, Jan. 23 (Jiji Press)--Only 40 pct of over 1,600 companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Prime section disclose key information except ear...[+834 chars]" 2025-01-23T00:48:13 The six largest US banks quit the Net Zero Banking Alliance Global Data https://finance.yahoo.com/news/six-largest-us-banks-quit-004813048.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/retail_banker_international_407/49e33a60e3c6da6495a050b20944b4ec US en JPMorgan's exit from the Net Zero Banking Alliance is the sixth such action from a large US bank since early December 2024. Goldman Sachs was the first to announce its withdrawal from the group. Wells Fargo, Morgan Stanley, and Citi have also left the NZBA. According to Rainforest Action Network, JPMorgan Chase is the largest financer of fossil fuels. JPMorgan's exit from the Net Zero Banking Alliance marks the sixth such action from a large US bank since early December 2024, when Goldman Sachs was the first to announce its withdrawal from the grou...[+5242 chars] 2025-01-23T00:48:00 Australia's Financial Reporting Overhaul Advances Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/australias-financial-reporting-overhaul-advances-1395559 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=cdn.pixabay.com%2Fphoto%2F2013%2F07%2F28%2F03%2F39%2Fparliament-house-168300_960_720.jpg US en The Albanese Government is releasing a consultation paper to gather insights and feedback on how to restructure Australia's financial reporting architecture. The consultation paper seeks feedback on the proposed structure and governance arrangements for a new body responsible for the combined functions of the Australian Accounting Standards Board, the Auditing and Assurance Standards Board and the Financial Reporting Council. Consultation is open until 21 February 2025. "The Albanese Government is streamlining Australia's financial reporting bodies to help build a more competitive, dynamic and productive economy. Today we are releasing a consultation paper to gather i...[+1599 chars]" 2025-01-23T00:42:05 ‘Anti-woke' investing bill advances after Freedom Caucus compromises on penalty provision Andrew Graham https://wyofile.com/anti-woke-investing-bill-advances-after-freedom-caucus-compromises-on-penalty-provision https://wyofile.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSC03478-scaled.jpg US en The Wyoming Freedom Caucus dropped a controversial bill provision that would have penalized contracted financiers who invest the state's money in 'ESG' funds. State Treasurer Curt Meier and officials with the Wyoming Retirement System had warned lawmakers that the penalty would drive the best financial firms to drop the state as a client. "The Wyoming Freedom Caucus Wednesday dropped a controversial bill provision that would have penalized contracted financiers who invest the state's money in 'ESG' funds. Following days of heated debate...[+4466 chars]" 2025-01-23T00:37:00 Goldman Sachs defends a work policy shareholders fear Patricia Battle https://www.capjournal.com/arena/finance/goldman-sachs-defends-a-work-policy-shareholders-fear/article_ff3bac83-679e-5a40-a9f9-b029004a83e2.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/capjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/85/28511e0f-c244-5ae4-ac86-b04759658196/679199f824edf.image.jpg?crop=1140%2C599%2C0%2C100&resize=1140%2C599&order=crop%2Cresize US en In 2020, a plethora of large companies vowed to commit to diversity, equity and inclusion in their workplaces. Goldman Sachs is the fifth largest bank in the U.S. and has landed in a web of controversy that is currently reshaping corporate America. George Floyd's murder revealed the many inequities Black people face in America. "Goldman Sachs (GS) , the fifth largest bank in the U.S., has landed in a web of controversy that is currently reshaping corporate America. In 2020, a plethora of large companies vowed to commit to div...[+194 chars]" 2025-01-23T00:24:31 BSI launches free net zero transition guide for SMEs Sheri Hickok https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4399856/bsi-launches-free-net-zero-transition-guide-smes https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/affd80c/5e995b92-7df7-459e-8f72-cb56f252a551/3/iStock-1061630236-679-419-370x229.jpg GB en Free guide designed to help SMEs develop actionable plans for slashing greenhouse gas emissions has been launched this week by the British government. The guide is aimed at SMEs with small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) on the road to net zero. A free guide designed to help small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) develop actionable plans for slashing greenhouse gas emissions on the road to net zero has been launched this week by the British...[+3 chars] 2025-01-23T00:00:00 Council Post: Ethical Efficiency: Balancing Productivity And Responsibility Karlo Tanjuakio https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbescoachescouncil/2025/01/23/ethical-efficiency-balancing-productivity-and-responsibility https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67907e10964e5e83c8019cf8/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Karlo Tanjuakio is the Founder & Chairman at GLSS, a next-generation Business Process Optimization platform. He believes that the pursuit of efficiency without ethics is a recipe for imbalance, prioritizing short-term gains over long-term sustainability, individual profit over collective well-being and convenience over compassion. "Karlo Tanjuakio is the Founder & Chairman at GLSS — a next-generation Business Process Optimization platform. In our pursuit of efficiency, we often celebrate breakthroughs that allow us to save time,...[+6463 chars]" 2025-01-23T00:00:00 UCL Adoption of a new route to market structure (Unilever Caribbean Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/UCL_Adoption_of_a_new_route_to_market_structure_Unilever_Car https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Form 10A MATERIAL CHANGE REPORT is a form filed under Section 64 of the Securities Act, 2012 General. It is necessary to complete all relevant sections. If there is insufficient space, you may continue on a separate page and attach the necessary information. ) FORM 10A MATERIAL CHANGE REPORT Pursuant to Section 64 of the Securities Act, 2012 General Please complete all relevant sections; where the allocated space is insufficient, Instructions: you may con...[+35 chars] 2025-01-23T00:00:00 Trump can't hurt climate much Gwynne Dyer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/Trump_cant_hurt_climate_much https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en 'Drill, baby, drill' exults the new President of the World (American branch), but he will find that the oil and gas industry isn't listening. Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil, tactfully put it in November: 'I'm not sure how 'drill' translates into policy.' By Gwynne Dyer 'Drill, baby, drill,' exulted the new President of the World (American branch), but he will find that the oil and gas industry isn't listening. As Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil, tactf...[+170 chars] 2025-01-23T00:00:00 Final call for IMO-WISTA International survey to count on gender diversity progress system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/Final_call_for_IMOWISTA_International_survey_to_count_on_gen https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Further improving maritime gender diversity will take action and attitude, writes WISTA International President Elpi. WISta International is a trade association dedicated to gender diversity in maritime industry. . e.s. e.g. ""Maritime gender diversity"". " Further improving maritime gender diversity will take action as well as attitude, writes WISTA International President Elpi 2025-01-23T00:00:00 Marimekko's emission reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (Marimekko Oyj) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/Marimekkos_emission_reduction_targets_approved_by_the_Scienc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Marimekko's emission reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative were announced on January 23, 2025 at 3.00 p.m. EET. The press release was published in English and in Finnish. It was published at 14:00:00 CET. ) English Finnish Published: 2025-01-23 14:00:00 CET Marimekko Corporation Investor News Marimekko's emission reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative Marimekko Corporation, ...[+59 chars] 2025-01-23T00:00:00 Marimekko's Emission Reduction Targets Approved By The Science Based Targets Initiative MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/Marimekkos_Emission_Reduction_Targets_Approved_By_The_Scienc_o https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/[] US en Marimekko Corporation's emission reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative were announced on 23 January 2025 at 3.00 p.m. EET. MarimeKko's shares are trading on the Nasdaq since January 23, 2025. (MENAFN - GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Marimekko Corporation, Press Release, 23 January 2025 at 3.00 p.m. EET Marimekko's emission reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative 2025-01-23T00:00:00 Awareness of Sharia-compliant pension options should be increased, says IFS London Evening Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/23/Awareness_of_Shariacompliant_pension_options_should_be_incre https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Policymakers and businesses should look at ways to simplify the process of switching to Sharia-compliant investment strategies, the IFS said.   iFS: Businesses and polices should look for ways to make it easier to switch. Policymakers and businesses should look at ways to simplify the process of switching to Sharia-compliant investment strategies, the IFS said. 2025-01-23T00:00:00 SECP proposes registration and trading platform for public unlisted companies Our Correspondent https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1274970-secp-proposes-registration-and-trading-platform-for-public-unlisted-companies https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-23/l_1274970_020815_updates.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper proposing launch of a registration and trading platform (RTP) for public unlisted companies at the Pakistan Stock Exchange. Stakeholders have been requested to submit feedback to the SECP by February 6. KARACHI: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper proposing launch of a registration and trading platform (RTP) for public unlisted companies at the Pa...[+1928 chars] 2025-01-23T00:00:00 CNN is announcing layoffs as part of a further shift to digital business DAVID BAUDER https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/cnn-is-announcing-layoffs-as-part-of-a-further-shift-to-digital-business,559345 https://mapi.associatedpress.com/v2/items/c9ddbd144a084bc99d7f326f5083454f.0/preview/preview.jpg?nfe=true&s=512&wm=false&app=MPK&tag=iid~c9ddbd144a084bc99d7f326f5083454f!rsn~0!cid~c331a30cae5f4ef091d8aea1b3469964!orgId~46611!qt~flHROVNCT3eI!orgNm~Daily%20Independent%20News%20-%20Sun%20(API%20Production%20Key)!role~Preview!mt~photo!fmt~JPEG%20Baseline US en Newman's Own invites more companies to donate 100% of their profits to charities. The company wants to see more companies give 100% to charity. The number of companies that agree to do so is growing.    i Newman's Own invites more companies to donate 100% of their profits to charities 2025-01-22T23:42:26 Costco defends its diversity policies as other US companies scale back Associated Press https://www.presstelegram.com/2025/01/22/costco-defends-its-diversity-policies-as-other-us-companies-scale-theirs-back https://www.presstelegram.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Costco_DEI_34745.jpg?w=1024&h=768 US en Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to evaluate business risks posed by diversity, equity and inclusion, according to the proposal submitted by the company's board of directors. The proposal was submitted on January 22, 2025 at 3:42 PM PST. "Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to evaluate business risks posed by diversity, equity and inclusion. Originally Published: January 22, 2025 at 3...[+10 chars]" 2025-01-22T23:42:26 Costco defends its diversity policies as other US companies scale back Associated Press https://www.sbsun.com/2025/01/22/costco-defends-its-diversity-policies-as-other-us-companies-scale-theirs-back https://www.sbsun.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Costco_DEI_34745.jpg?w=1024&h=768 US en Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to evaluate business risks posed by diversity, equity and inclusion, among other things, for the company's future business. for more information, visit Costco.com/shareholderproposals. Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to evaluate business risks posed by diversity, equity and inclusion. 2025-01-22T23:30:01 Japan to tighten foreign investment screening to prevent info leaks Mainichi Japan https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250123/p2g/00m/0bu/004000c https://cdn.mainichi.jp/vol1/2024/09/14/20240914p2a00m0na007000p/0c10.jpg?1 JP en Japan's government is planning to expand the scope of its in-advance screening on foreign investors. The government wants to prevent data leaks from industries essential to national security. China's national intelligence law took effect in 2017, obliging businesses to cooperate with national authorities in information gathering. TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's government is planning to expand the scope of its in-advance screening on foreign investors as part of efforts to prevent data leaks from industries essential to national secu...[+974 chars] 2025-01-22T23:30:00 How Davos leaders are responding to Trump's DEI crackdown Reuters https://www.fastcompany.com/91265634/davos-leaders-trump-dei-crackdown https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/01/2025-01-22T195254Z_1_LYNXNPEL0L0T4_RTROPTP_4_DAVOS-MEETING.jpg US en Trump has issued a series of executive orders cutting federal diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. He has also sought to dissuade private companies that receive government contracts from factoring underrepresentation into hiring decisions. DEI is a key goal of the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos. Tech companies Meta and Amazon are scaling back some initiatives, but others will remain. President Donald Trump 's escalating pressure on the private sector to ditch diversity programs has left some in Davos searching for new words to describe workplace practices they say are essential to...[+1313 chars] 2025-01-22T23:25:03 Anaheim's disappointing punt on ethics reform The Editorial Board https://www.ocregister.com/2025/01/22/anaheims-disappointing-punt-on-ethics-reform https://www.ocregister.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/OCR-L-ANAMAYOR-1022-03-.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en The disclosure rules are meant to be a floor, not a ceiling, but it's a bad look. Anaheim should do better, as Aitken put it, and it's the disclosure rules that are meant as the floor, rather than the ceiling. We're glad, as Aitken put it, the disclosure rules are meant as a floor rather than a ceiling, but it's a bad look. Anaheim should do better 2025-01-22T23:06:11 Firms in Trump's Stargate venture have touted DEI programs, clashing with new order https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/22/firms-in-trumps-stargate-venture-have-touted-dei-programs-clashing-with-new-order https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Firms-in-Trumps-Stargate-venture-have-touted-DEI-programs-clashing.jpg US en On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced a major $500 billion initiative. The initiative would use emergency declarations to fast-track production and simplify regulatory hurdles for participating companies. Despite the Trump administration's sweeping actions against DEI, all three of the companies Trump announced as part of the initiative have publicly committed to DEI principles. "On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced a major $500 billion Trump pledged to kickstart the initiative through an executive action that would utilize emergency declarations to fast-track producti...[+4270 chars]" 2025-01-22T22:35:06 Unity Bank, AquaEarth Consulting Partner To Advance ESG New Telegraph https://newtelegraphng.com/unity-bank-aquaearth-consulting-partner-to-advance-esg https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/images-17-28.jpeg NG en Unity Bank Plc has completed a transformative project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting. The project focused on a comprehensive review and enhancement of Unity Bank's ESG practices. It resulted in the development of robust policies, frameworks and a forward-looking sustainability strategy. "Share Unity Bank Plc has successfully completed a transformative project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consul...[+2233 chars]" 2025-01-22T22:16:00 Fitch Ratings: Global ESG Sukuk To Cross US$50 Bln In 2025 BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2385700 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/9c42ad72cdbfa01aa290308494c36ec55ecf96056594f MY en The global environmental, social and governance (ESG) sukuk market is set to surpass US$50 billion outstanding in 2025. The market will remain one of the key dollar funding tools in the Islamic finance markets in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Malaysia, and Indonesia. "KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The global environmental, social and governance (ESG) sukuk market is set to surpass US$50 billion (US$1=RM4.46) outstanding in 2025, according to Fitch Ratings. The ...[+1358 chars]" 2025-01-22T22:03:45 Netherlands must lower nitrogen emissions, court rules Newstalk ZB https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Netherlands_must_lower_nitrogen_emissions_court_rules https://i.ytimg.com/vi/H2A-0Sq1hGY/0.jpg US en "The Netherlands must meet its 2030 target to reduce nitrogen emissions or face a €10 million ($18.3 million) penalty. The court in The Hague ruled that the Dutch Government had to make ""drastic and unavoidable reductions"" in order to meet the target." The Netherlands must meet its 2030 target to reduce nitrogen emissions or face a €10 million ($18.3m) penalty, a court said in a case brought by Greenpeace.In a rare sanction for the state, a court in...[+79 chars] 2025-01-22T22:02:00 Tech firms in Trump's AI Stargate venture have touted DEI programs, clashing with new executive order WILL STEAKIN https://www.yahoo.com/news/tech-firms-trumps-ai-stargate-220217687.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/QhIcbhoqysB1B_uDCn9UDQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.abcnews.go.com/ad34cbb719e2dbbdd9133ec1918b7911 US en On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced a $500 billion private-sector initiative called Stargate. It's a partnership between tech giants OpenAI, SoftBank and Oracle and will build an artificial intelligence infrastructure in the United States. Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday that aims to end diversity, equity, and inclusion programs within federal agencies. Other tech companies have pulled back their DEI initiatives ahead of the Trump's actions. "On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced a major $500 billion private-sector initiative named ""Stargate,"" aimed at building an artificial intelligence infrastructure in the United States though a ...[+5391 chars]" 2025-01-22T21:34:13 SL Green: Q4 Earnings Snapshot https://www.sfgate.com/business/article/sl-green-q4-earnings-snapshot-20049859.php https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/34/02/57/24128448/3/rawImage.jpg US en SL Green Realty Corp. had funds from operations of $105.9 million in the fourth quarter. That's below the average estimate of $1.45 per share. The company had net income of $9.4 million. It posted revenue of $245 million. "NEWYORK, N.Y. (AP) — NEWYORK, N.Y. (AP) — SL Green Realty Corp. (SLG) on Wednesday reported a key measure of profitability in its fourth quarter. The results fell short of Wall Street expectations. Th...[+662 chars]" 2025-01-22T21:16:35 The DEI retreat has some notable holdouts https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/01/22/business/dei-trump-costco-apple-microsoft-pinterest https://bostonglobe-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/V3JNPPBHNEX4EIP2YU2PTBB37Q.jpg?auth=e5061fcc26ac9bdd6cfafb727fa35b30a772e64a883302aba87aae3651e25e18&width=1440 US en Some of the biggest companies have rolled back efforts to increase workplace racial and gender equity. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday directing government agencies to investigate DEI programs at publicly traded corporations. Costco, Microsoft, Apple and Pinterest are publicly maintaining their diversity and inclusion efforts despite the mounting pressure. Unlike Costco, some of the biggest companies in the country have rolled back efforts to increase workplace racial and gender equity — or at least been quieter about them. They've pulled back from thes...[+5726 chars] 2025-01-22T21:16:24 SECP issues Consultation Paper, RTP for public unlisted Companies at PSX APP https://dailytimes.com.pk/1258788/secp-issues-consultation-paper-rtp-for-public-unlisted-companies-at-psx https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2020/08/app-icon-192x192-1.png PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper proposing launch of a Registration and Trading Platform (RTP) for public unlisted companies at the Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX). It is expected to motivate companies to adopt improved corporate governance practices, disclosures and documentation and embrace a culture of increased transparency and public accountability. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper proposing launch of a Registration and Trading Platform (RTP) for public unlisted companies at pakistan stock ...[+1914 chars] 2025-01-22T21:15:17 Why Companies Are Ditching ESG John Stossel https://reason.com/2025/01/22/why-companies-are-ditching-esg https://d2eehagpk5cl65.cloudfront.net/img/q60/uploads/2025/01/stossel-esg-1024x521.png US en """Sustainability"" investments became popular a few years ago. Al Gore's ""sustainable"" funds underperformed the stock market. Today more companies are focusing on producing better products for less money. Ford recently announced it will no longer require employees to take LGBTQ advocacy group surveys. Lowe's will reduce its participation with the Human Rights Campaign." """Sustainability"" investments became popular a few years back. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus on profit. They should put more effort into being ""nice."" Funds pushing ESG (environ...[+4143 chars]" 2025-01-22T21:12:00 Shareholders reject key ESOP resolutions at Gokaldas Exports Rajesh Mascarenhas https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/shareholders-reject-key-esop-resolutions-at-gokaldas-exports/articleshow/117464929.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117464902,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-16650,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Gokaldas Exports shareholders voted against four special resolutions related to the company's employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs). The company proposed four resolutions: Employee Stock Option Plan 2024, allowing the issuance of up to 2 million options, extension of ESOP 2024 to employees of subsidiary companies, granting stock options exceeding 1% of issued capital to the managing director, and increasing the limits for loans, investments, and guarantees. Institutional Investor Advisory Services recommended voting against the ESOP-related resolutions. "Shareholders of Gokaldas Exports voted against four special resolutions related to the company's employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), including a proposal to grant ESOPs exceeding 1% of equity to i...[+1420 chars]" 2025-01-22T21:11:02 Bhumi Pednekar: Breaking Barriers in Davos & Beyond ANI https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/art-no-borderswe-need-women-places-power-bhumi-pednekar-345 https://www.newkerala.comhttps://one.newkerala.com/images/r/bhumi-pednekar-yt-7972.webp IN en Bhumi Pednekar is at the World Economic Forum in Davos. She advocates for gender representation in decision-making roles and portraying characters with agency and empowerment. She is inspired by her mother's resilience and courage. She wants to be a good role model for young girls who watch her movies. "by ANI January 22, 2025 36 views Davos, January 22: Actor and environmentalist Bhumi Pednekar, who is at the World Economic Forum in Davos, talked about the challenges in bringing about greater gender...[+2764 chars]" 2025-01-22T20:33:13 The DEI Dilemma: Global Debate Amidst Trump's Discard Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3235544-the-dei-dilemma-global-debate-amidst-trumps-discard https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_05_2019_11_50_40_2945094.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en President Trump's recent executive orders curbing diversity programs have left many businesses at the World Economic Forum in Davos seeking new descriptions for essential practices. Some tech giants with U.S. government contracts are scaling back, while others assert diversity remains vital to their operations. President Trump's recent executive orders curbing diversity programs have left many businesses at the World Economic Forum in Davos seeking new descriptions for essential practices. While some tech gi...[+810 chars] 2025-01-22T20:32:48 Evergreen Stock Soars to All-Time High of $11.95 Amid Growth Optimism https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/evergreen-stock-soars-to-all-time-high-of-11-95-amid-growth-optimism/ar-AA1xGaIv US en Evergreen Corporation shares reached an all-time high this week, touching $11.95. The milestone reflects a significant vote of confidence in Evergreen's strategic direction, with the stock witnessing a 5.51% increase over the past year. The company maintains a conservative profile with low price volatility, though it doesn't currently pay dividends to shareholders. Evergreen Corporation (EVGR) shares reached an all-time high this week, touching $11.95 as investors rallied behind the company's robust growth prospects. With a market capitalization of $95.81 millio...[+797 chars] 2025-01-22T20:30:04 FRA introduces new rules for securities not listed on EGX https://egypt.shafaqna.com/EN/AL/6657235 https://egypt.shafaqna.com/images/newhub-blank-news.png AU en FRA introduces new rules for securities not listed on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX). The decision updates the FRA's previous guidelines to streamline processes and enhance market. The decision was issued by the Board of Directors of the Financial Regulatory Authority, led by Mohamed Farid. "FRA introduces new rules for securities not listed on EGX The Board of Directors of the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA), led by Mohamed Farid, has issued Decision No. 303 of 2024, amending the ru...[+319 chars]" 2025-01-22T20:20:29 Vinson & Elkins: Shifting ESG Landscape: Legal Battles, State Actions, and Global Standards Jon Solorzano https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vinson-elkins-shifting-esg-landscape-202029828.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Lt6eAFIJByXK4VO_tmGcmQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/corpgov_com_597/9b858668ccf736cbe819ac8a61bcaa07 US en Litigation is expected to become a key battleground for ESG-related issues under a second Trump administration. Both pro- and anti-ESG agendas are likely to drive lawsuits on issues such as greenwashing, antitrust violations, and reverse discrimination. State-level actions and international standards will increasingly dictate ESG compliance for U.S. companies. "By Jon Solorzano, Jason Halper, and Kelly Rondinelli With Trump's inauguration, significant shifts in U.S. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policies are anticipated, prioritizing economic g...[+2820 chars]" 2025-01-22T20:12:33 Nato chief: ‘Crazy' ethical investing is harming European defence Matt Oliver https://www.yahoo.com/news/nato-chief-crazy-ethical-investing-201233895.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/RcMa9tURDgYjUh1msm.XdA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NTA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_telegraph_258/7d36e872c2f21ae346dc53e7f5972bd1 US en Mark Rutte, general secretary of the transatlantic military alliance, said that finance companies are withholding money from defence companies. He blamed ESG (environmental, social and governance) rules, which are used by many big banks, asset managers and pension funds to decide where to invest savers' money. Mr Rutte warned that arms production in China and Russia was outpacing the US and Europe. He said more private investment was needed to expand manufacturing capacity. "The head of Nato has said 'crazy' ethical investing rules are thwarting Europe's efforts to ramp up defence spending. Mark Rutte, general secretary of the transatlantic military alliance, said that fi...[+5681 chars]" 2025-01-22T20:08:50 JPMorgan, Goldman CEOs Resist Calls to Roll Back DEI Programs Emily Flitter https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/jpmorgan-goldman-ceos-resist-calls-to-roll-back-dei-programs/ar-AA1xG48q US en JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. are pushing back on demands to roll back their diversity initiatives. Conservative groups want the banks to remove links between diversity initiatives and executive pay and examine DEI initiatives for legal and reputational risks. Walmart faced pressure from the anti-DEI activist Robby Starbuck, but the company said its changes were designed to 'foster a sense of belonging' "(Bloomberg) -- JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. are pushing back on demands to roll back their diversity initiatives. In television appearances Wednesday, the chief executive officers...[+3915 chars]" 2025-01-22T19:47:47 Trump's DEI cuts force Davos elite to find new words for diversity Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/trumps-dei-cuts-force-davos-elite-find-new-words-diversity-2025-01-22 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/6WRQOC6C5JP3BEEGLV3OKRDX34.jpg?auth=f3b7bb0d6424e138a79b66e6ac12cf943672688a6490e0fb6b4e252a91fdbb0f&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Trump has issued a series of executive orders cutting federal diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. DeI initiatives promote opportunities for women, ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ people and other traditionally underrepresented groups. Trump's moves reverberate through the corridors of the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos. DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan 22 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's escalating pressure on the private sector to ditch diversity programs has left some in Davos searching for new words to describe workpla...[+5451 chars] 2025-01-22T19:39:00 Tech drives ExxonMobil's Permian efficiency, emissions cuts Molly Callaghan https://www.bizjournals.com/albuquerque/news/2025/01/22/new-tech-drives-exxonmobils-drilling-success.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12907192/20200129-dji0624-copy-2*1200xx3556-2000-2-0.jpg US en ExxonMobil Corp. has drilled and completed 1,000 horizontal wells in the New Mexico Delaware Basin since 2017 and plans to allocate another $140 billion to related projects through 2030. The company more than doubled its presence in the Delaware Basin through recent acquisitions, such as that of Pioneer Natural Resources. ExxonMobil plans to reach net-zero emissions in the company's Delaware Basin assets by 2050. ExxonMobil Corp. (NYSE: XOM) is increasing its interest and investments in the Permian Basin, announcing in December 2024 that it has drilled and completed 1,000 horizontal wells in the New Mexico Del...[+3375 chars] 2025-01-22T19:30:28 Swedbank raises dividend policy to 60-70% of annual profits https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/news/swedbank-raises-dividend-policy-to-60-70-of-annual-profits/ar-AA1xG4RE US en Swedbank AB (OTC:SWDBY) has announced a change in its dividend policy. The bank's Board of Directors has decided to increase the dividend payout to shareholders from the previous 50% to a new range of 60-70%. This change reflects the bank's improved capital position and its commitment to providing value to its shareholders. STOCKHOLM - Swedbank AB (OTC:SWDBY), a leading financial institution in the Nordic region, has announced a change in its dividend policy. The bank's Board of Directors has decided to increase the divi...[+1660 chars] 2025-01-22T19:24:52 NZ's Companies Act is finally being reformed – but will the changes go far enough? Lynn Buckley https://theconversation.com/nzs-companies-act-is-finally-being-reformed-but-will-the-changes-go-far-enough-246038 https://images.theconversation.com/files/643640/original/file-20250120-15-6jd4hw.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C23%2C8000%2C3928&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Reforms to the Companies Act are meant to make Aotearoa New Zealand an easier and safer place to do business. The government's changes focus on deterrence of poor business practices and reducing the burden of compliance for businesses. The reforms also fail to address more fundamental questions about the role of corporations in society. "Reforms to the Companies Act are meant to make Aotearoa New Zealand an easier and safer place to do business. But key gaps in the reforms mean they could fall short of achieving these goals. Last year...[+5044 chars]" 2025-01-22T19:18:31 Stakeholders advocate gender-sensitive laws, policies for effective climate action Premium Times https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4064420/stakeholders-advocate-gendersensitive-laws-policies-for-effective-climate-action.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Ms Njemanze recommended integrating gender perspectives into both climate mitigation and adaptation actions to ensure more inclusive and effective solutions. Stakeholders advocate gender-sensitive laws and policies for effective climate action.    . i Ms Njemanze recommended integrating gender perspectives into both climate mitigation and adaptation actions to ensure more inclusive and effective solutions.The post Stakeholders advocate gender-sensi...[+120 chars] 2025-01-22T18:40:08 Study Finds Companies Invest in ESG For Important Ethical and Fiscal Benefits https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/study-finds-companies-invest-in-esg-for-important-ethical-and-fiscal-benefits-a7e2a2c08aa78a219f233a5bc6be0f10 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP) and CECP Global Exchange (GX) released the fifth edition of Global Impact at Scale: Challenges and Opportunities in Non-Financial Reporting. The study finds most corporate leadership views ESG positively and companies are not pulling back on ESG work or changing strategies. Most companies are unprepared for mandatory reporting requirements. Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose © (CECP), in collaboration with CECP Global Exchange, released the fifth edition of Global Impact at Scale: Challenges and Opportunities in Non-Financial Reporti...[+2918 chars] 2025-01-22T18:32:21 Irish accountancy firm Ormsby & Rhodes merges with UK-based AAB Emma Hanrahan https://www.businesspost.ie/news/irish-accountancy-firm-ormsby-rhodes-merges-with-uk-based-aab-in-e120-million-deal https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=62cb75b1-5f98-5432-9a45-7f69fd4bc179&type=preview&function=original IE en The deal will introduce several new services to the business, which will continue to trade as Ormsby & Rhodes. ESG reporting frameworks and sustainability strategies will be introduced to the company as part of the deal. It will introduce new services such as sustainability strategies. "News The deal will introduce several new services to the business, which will continue to trade as Ormsby & Rhodes, including ESG reporting frameworks and sustainability strategies" 2025-01-22T18:32:06 Workiva stock drops amid EU reporting directive uncertainty https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/workiva-stock-drops-amid-eu-reporting-directive-uncertainty/ar-AA1xFJBn US en Shares of Workiva (NYSE:WK) fell 10% Wednesday as investors reacted to news that the German and French governments may seek amendments to the European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). CSRD is a set of regulations requiring companies to disclose around 1,000 new non-financial data points, such as climate impact and supply chain details. The directive would apply to 50,000 companies within the EU, including an estimated 3,000 US-based firms. The reporting must be auditable and utilize XBRL in ESEF format. Workiva's platform caters to such compliance needs. Investing.com -- Shares of Workiva (NYSE:WK) fell 10% Wednesday as investors reacted to news that the German and French governments may seek amendments to the European Union's Corporate Sustainability...[+2048 chars] 2025-01-22T18:03:50 Schlumberger N.V. (SLB) reports earnings Quartz Bot https://qz.com/schlumberger-n-v-slb-reports-earnings-1851745163 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_200,q_80,w_200/4716932d29f4ef6064940c18eaab1f3d.png US en Schlumberger N.V. has submitted its 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. The company reported a revenue increase of 10% year-on-year to $36.3 billion. The growth was driven by a 12% increase in international revenue, particularly in the Middle East & Asia regions. Net income for the year was $4.6 billion. Acquisitions included the purchase of Aker Solutions' subsea business and the acquisition of ChampionX Corporation. The board approved a 3.6% increase to the quarterly dividend. Long-term debt stood at $11.0 billion at the end of the year. "Schlumberger N.V. ( SLB -2.98% ) has submitted its 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. The filing details the company's financial performance, reporting a revenue increase of 10% ...[+1833 chars]" 2025-01-22T18:02:38 Kavango shareholders approve key resolutions at general meeting https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/kavango-shareholders-approve-key-resolutions-at-general-meeting/ar-AA1xFPzU US en Kavango Resources PLC (LSE:KAV) announced the successful passage of all proposed resolutions at its General Meeting held on January 22, 2025. The specific resolutions passed with a high majority, ranging from 98.54% to 98.56% in favor. The resolutions' passage enables Kavango to proceed with the allotment and issue of new shares as planned. LONDON - Kavango Resources PLC (LSE:KAV), a Southern Africa-focused metals exploration company, announced the successful passage of all proposed resolutions at its General Meeting held on January 22, ...[+2177 chars] 2025-01-22T17:59:51 NEW: Policymakers, corporate executives head for summit in Rwanda Adv Canaan Dube https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/new-policymakers-corporate-executives-head-for-summit-in-rwanda https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-22-at-17.54-680x380.jpg ZW en The 2025 Quality Corporate Governance Centre (QCGCG) summit is being held in Kigali, Rwanda from March 6 to 9. The theme of the summit is 'Resilient Rise: Redefining African Excellence in Governance'. It will focus on the effectiveness of regional alliances and trade blocs and how to create shared value. "Online Reporter LOCAL policymakers, corporate executives and academics will join their peers at the 2025 Quality Corporate Governance Centre (QCGC) summit slated for Kigali, Rwanda, from March 6 to 9....[+1923 chars]" 2025-01-22T17:54:21 Anti-DEI activists target major banks like Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan: report Taylor Herzlich https://nypost.com/2025/01/22/business/anti-dei-activists-target-banks-like-goldman-sachs-jpmorgan-report https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/newspress-collage-gdb3vk0me-1737564708009.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1737546753&w=1024 US en Activist groups want Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase to change their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies. Bank of America and Citi are accused of discriminating against customers over their political and religious beliefs. NCPPR wants Goldman to conduct a racial-discrimination audit of its DEI policies. The same activist groups have filed DEI proposals against Apple and Starbucks. Wall Street banks Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase became the latest major companies to feel the heat from anti-DEI activists demanding they eliminate or shrink their 'woke' policies, according to a r...[+4314 chars] 2025-01-22T17:45:04 Firms use earnings guidance to mitigate complexity of environmental, social and governance disclosures Phys Dot Org https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Firms_use_earnings_guidance_to_mitigate_complexity_of_enviro https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yMmcJx9J4eM/0.jpg US en Companies in the U.S. are turning to voluntary earnings guidance to prevent confusion and to prevent misperceiving their financial statements.    in the United States are turning towards voluntary earnings guidelines to prevent misunderstanding. Companies in the United States are turning to voluntary earnings guidance to prevent confusion 2025-01-22T17:39:32 Nasdaq files to withdraw mandate on ‘diverse' board directors after court defeat Valerie Richardson https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/jan/22/nasdaq-files-withdraw-mandate-diverse-board-direct https://twt-thumbs.washtimes.com/media/image/2024/12/12/Nasdaq-Board_Diversity_25052_c0-0-4196-2447_s1200x700.jpg?e8765e1111166d945e3681170c2ac578c1354640 US en The Nasdaq Stock Market has moved to rescind its rule requiring companies to have a certain number of female and minority board directors. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals invalidated Nasdaq's 'Diverse Board Representation' policy on Dec. 11. The rule was approved by the SEC in 2021, but challenged by the Alliance for Fair Board Recruitment and National Center for Public Policy Research. The Nasdaq Stock Market has moved to rescind its rule requiring companies to have a certain number of female and minority board directors, responding to a court defeat in the latest blow to corporate ...[+4453 chars] 2025-01-22T17:22:09 Small-cap stock below ₹100: Hazoor Multi Projects declares Capex expansion plan. Do you own? Anubhav Mukherjee https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/smallcap-stock-below-rs-100-hazoor-multi-projects-declares-capex-expansion-plan-do-you-own/amp-11737561896358.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/22/1600x900/green_1_1715349248897_1737563469772.jpg IN en Hazoor Multi Projects Limited shares closed 3.65% lower at ₹52.50 after Wednesday's market session. The company will consider expansion plans to move into new and emerging business segments. They will also announce their October to December quarter results on January 28. The stock has dropped 1.74% on a year-to-date (YTD) basis. Small-cap stock below ₹100: Hazoor Multi Projects Limited on Wednesday, January 22, announced that the company will consider expansion plans to move into new and emerging business segments, according ...[+1749 chars] 2025-01-22T17:22:09 Small-cap stock below ₹100: Hazoor Multi Projects declares Capex expansion plan. Do you own? Anubhav Mukherjee https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/smallcap-stock-below-rs-100-hazoor-multi-projects-declares-capex-expansion-plan-do-you-own-11737561896358.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/22/1600x900/green_1_1715349248897_1737563469772.jpg IN en Hazoor Multi Projects Limited shares closed 3.65% lower at ₹52.50 after Wednesday's market session. The company's market capitalisation stood at ⁹1,089.38 crore as of January 22. The shares have given investors over 30,000% returns in the last five years and nearly 50% in last one year. Small-cap stock below ₹100: Hazoor Multi Projects Limited on Wednesday, January 22, announced that the company will consider expansion plans to move into new and emerging business segments, according ...[+1948 chars] 2025-01-22T16:50:23 The D.E.I. Retreat Has Some Notable Holdouts Nell Gallogly https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/22/business/dei-programs-initiatives-costco-microsoft.html https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/01/22/multimedia/22COSTCO-DEI-zqjc/22COSTCO-DEI-zqjc-facebookJumbo.jpg US en At Costco's annual meeting on Thursday, shareholders will vote on a proposal that would require the company to report on the risks of D.E.I. programs to profits. The board of Costco supports the proposal, arguing that such initiatives reward shareholders and attract and retain employees who will help the business succeed. The company hired its first chief diversity officer as early as 2004. "As corporate diversity and inclusion programs come under attack, not all companies have scaled back. At Costco's annual meeting on Thursday, shareholders will vote on a proposal from the National Cent...[+6362 chars]" 2025-01-22T16:49:24 A fifth of private deals last year 'sustainable', UBS exec says Reuters https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/fifth-private-deals-last-year-sustainable-ubs-exec-says-2025-01-22 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/KO3K242USNNJ7ANC6FWKGQRMAY.jpg?auth=cebf7e032d251bfec693d0d7c5097012afaf6b612354cc1f11ce4dab1957d101&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en A fifth of private deals in 2024 had some sustainability element, UBS' EMEA president told delegates at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday. Beatriz Martin Jimenez is also sustainability and impact lead for the UBS executive board. 20% of all deals seen in 2024 are connected to sustainability in one way or another. "DAVOS, Jan 22 (Reuters) - A fifth of private deals in 2024 had some sustainability element, UBS' EMEA president told delegates at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday. ""In the private space ...[+211 chars]" 2025-01-22T16:47:00 Schneider Electric named The World's Most Sustainable Corporation for a second time Jan. 22, 2025 16:47 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6021292 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/YmI2MTYxYTEtOWQ4NC00MjdlLWIxYTctNjEzODcyZmMyNTdjLTEwMTEyMDQ=/tiny/Schneider-Electric-SE.png TW en First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice. 14th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7th top 10 ranking. Follows strong performance in other key ESG ratings. Schneider Electric has been part of the Global 100 every year for the past 14 years. "First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice14th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7th top 10 ranking Follows strong 2024 performance in other key ESG ratings Rueil-Malmaison, ...[+4128 chars]" 2025-01-22T16:19:13 Schneider Electric Named The World's Most Sustainable Corporation for a Second Time Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/schneider-electric-named-the-worlds-most-sustainable-corporation-for-a-second-time-2 https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bw20250122056876_se_chart.jpeg CA en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. It is the first-ever corporation to top the Corporate Knights Global 100 twice. It's the 14 th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7 th top 10 ranking and follows strong performance in other key ESG ratings. "Article content First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice 14 th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7 th top 10 ranking Follows strong 2024 performance in other key ESG rating...[+3073 chars]" 2025-01-22T16:19:13 Schneider Electric Named The World's Most Sustainable Corporation for a Second Time Business Wire https://www.saultstar.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/schneider-electric-named-the-worlds-most-sustainable-corporation-for-a-second-time-2 https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bw20250122056876_se_chart.jpeg CA en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice. 14th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7 th top 10 ranking. Follows strong 2024 performance in other key ESG ratings. Published Jan 22, 2025 • 3 minute read Schneider's sustainability leadership is further affirmed with these latest scores from prominent ESG rating providers. Business Wire First-ever corporation to t...[+5288 chars] 2025-01-22T16:17:09 Schneider Electric Named The World's Most Sustainable Corporation for a Second Time Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/schneider-electric-named-the-world-s-most-sustainable-corporation-for-a-second-time/article_82863b64-410f-5caa-8050-fa7b0cff0a89.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/8f/28ffab75-dc38-5ce4-97d9-ed96db8b73d3/67911e9832ffb.image.jpg?crop=266%2C266%2C181%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. It is the only company to rank first in the Global 100 twice. Schneider Electric will generate annual revenues of over $1 billion in 2021. It has a holistic approach to delivering the best environmental, social and governance performance possible. "MISSISSAUGA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 22, 2025-- Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corp...[+432 chars]" 2025-01-22T16:00:00 Diginex Limited Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering Diginex Limited https://finance.yahoo.com/news/diginex-limited-announces-pricing-initial-160000604.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PTrh9Oh9v6TMvOwuNqk9Sw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0yNzI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/24fe28edf37817803b5153c2ae9b9174 US en Diginex Limited announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 2,250,000 ordinary shares at a public offering price of $4.10 per ordinary share for total gross proceeds of $9,225,000. The ordinary shares have been approved for listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market and are expected to commence trading on January 22, 2025. Dominari Securities LLC is acting as the representative of the underwriters, and Revere Securities, LLC is a co-underwriter to the Offering. The Offering is being made only by means of a prospectus, forming a part of the registration statement. HONG KONG, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited ('Diginex' or the 'Company'), incorporated in the Cayman Islands, is an impact technology business that helps organizations to address the ...[+5778 chars] 2025-01-22T16:00:00 Wheaton Precious Metals Recognized by Corporate Knights as one of the 2025 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations Wheaton Precious Metals Corp https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/wheaton-precious-metals-recognized-by-corporate-knights-as-one-of-the-2025-global-100-most-sustainable-corporations-802207133.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. has been named to Corporate Knights' 2025 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations list. Corporate Knights rated Wheaton highly for a range of key performance indicators at the corporate level, including pay linked to sustainability, CEO-average worker pay and gender and ethnic diversity on the board of directors. Wheaton is the world's premier precious metals streaming company. "VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 22, 2025 /CNW/ - Wheaton Precious Metals™ Corp. (""Wheaton"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce that it has today been named to Corporate Knights' 2025 Global 100 Most Sustaina...[+5865 chars]" 2025-01-22T15:54:48 More heat on SA Rugby as rejected equity bid ends up costing millions LIAM DEL CARME https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/sport/rugby/2025-01-22-more-heat-on-sa-rugby-as-rejected-equity-bid-ends-up-costing-millions https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/LZZAeHRF5uxz6fvowPbD5nn_B998s7nyn_l-JjDSvNfofXsJjqeszBtz3e9Cz-MYMQZV71nAcggilyWiFPRN7Qio5pZCNjU1YDLVm74pg2O8FAw=s1000 ZA en SA Rugby has to pay R14m after their proposed equity deal with the Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) fell through. A 15% commission was payable at the completion of the deal. Provincial affiliates are demanding answers on how that figure was arrived at and how it was going to be disbursed. "'I suppose these things cost money,' said a provincial president about the R14m SA Rugby has to pay after their proposed equity deal with the Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) fell through. The SA Rugby Uni...[+1894 chars]" 2025-01-22T15:27:52 Evolve ETFs (AGG) Opens the Market Newsfile https://www.theobserver.ca/newsfile/238080-evolve-etfs-agg-opens-the-market https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/newsfile-237941.jpg CA en Members of the Evolve ETFs team celebrate the Company's new listing of Evolve Canadian Aggregate Bond Enhanced Yield Fund (TSX: AGG) on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). Keith Wu, Head, Exchange Traded Products, TSE, opened the market. "Article content Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – January 22, 2025) – Members of the Evolve ETFs team ('Evolve' or the 'Company'), joined Keith Wu, Head, Exchange Traded Products, Toronto Stock Excha...[+135 chars]" 2025-01-22T15:07:46 Issuer Document (Wisdomtree Hedged Commodity Securities Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Issuer_Document_Wisdomtree_Hedged_Commodity_Securities_Ltd https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/[] US en WISDOMTREE HEDGED COMMODITY SECURITIES LIMITED (formerly known as ETFS Hedged Commodity Securities Limited) was incorporated and registered in Jersey under the Companies (Jersey) Law. The final terms of the contract expire on 21 January 2025. )FINAL TERMSDated 21 January 2025WISDOMTREE HEDGED COMMODITY SECURITIES LIMITED (formerly known as ETFS Hedged Commodity Securities Limited)LEI: 21380027D6CN9S37B135(Incorporated and registered in Jer...[+36 chars] 2025-01-22T15:01:00 FTSE-100 software group Sage braced for row over recruitment awards Sky News https://uk.news.yahoo.com/ftse-100-software-group-sage-120400155.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/sky.com/b01acbf2232d98531c8d93f5ffbee69f US en Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) recommended to Sage shareholders that they oppose the company's new remuneration policy at its annual meeting next month. The company proposes to increase the maximum level of variable pay which can be awarded to new executive directors from 500% to 825% of base salary in the first year of employment, and an enhanced long-term incentive (LTI) award capped at 650%. "Sage Group, the FTSE-100 software provider, is braced for an investor backlash after proposing big increases to new executives' potential pay packages. Sky News has learnt that Institutional Sharehold...[+3510 chars]" 2025-01-22T14:42:00 More heat on SA Rugby as rejected equity bid ends up costing millions Liam Del Carme https://www.timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2025-01-22-more-heat-on-sa-rugby-as-rejected-equity-bid-ends-up-costing-millions https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/4NW2lhOt8lgPd1_L_b0oS7HiLHta4YUUIPvISUq6_-SpjjnFQaOg4DZx5UfKBbgFid4z5qv9z2kz33Uv1kU_zsC9ttLbjNdbq6s=s1000 ZA en SA Rugby have to pay R14m after their proposed equity deal with the Ackerley Sports Group fell through. A 15% commission was payable at the completion of the deal. Provincial affiliates are demanding answers on how that figure was arrived at and how it was going to be disbursed. "'I suppose these things cost money,' said a provincial president about the R14m SA Rugby have to pay after their proposed equity deal with the Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) fell through. The SA Rugby Un...[+887 chars]" 2025-01-22T14:29:32 ESG's Collapse Exposes The Folly Of Woke Investing Thomas Richard https://climatechangedispatch.com/esgs-collapse-exposes-the-folly-of-woke-investing https://climatechangedispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/esg-al-gore-fb.jpg US en 'Sustainability' funds promoting environmental, social and governance (ESG) were popular a few years ago, but most of them underperformed the stock market. Today more companies are focusing on basic capitalism, producing better products for less money. Intel's stock fell 60% last year because it was obsessed with sustainability. "'Sustainability' investments became popular a few years back. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus on profit. They should put more effort into being 'nice.' [emphasis, links added] Fu...[+3311 chars]" 2025-01-22T14:13:17 Trisura to Speak at CIBC Western Institutional Investor Conference SUNshine Girl Ashley https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/trisura-to-speak-at-cibc-western-institutional-investor-conference https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzNTg3NyM2NzA1MzE1IzIwOTM0NDA= CA en David Clare will participate in a fireside chat as a part of the CIBC Western Institutional Investor Conference on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 9:10 a.m. PT. A link to access the live webcast will be available in the 'Events' section of Trisura's website. "Article content TORONTO, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — David Clare, President and Chief Executive Officer of Trisura Group Ltd. ('Trisura' or 'Trisura Group') (TSX: TSU), will participate in a fire...[+298 chars]" 2025-01-22T14:13:17 Trisura to Speak at CIBC Western Institutional Investor Conference Globe Newswire https://www.woodstocksentinelreview.com/globe-newswire/trisura-to-speak-at-cibc-western-institutional-investor-conference https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzNTg3NyM2NzA1MzE1IzIwOTM0NDA= CA en David Clare will participate in a fireside chat as a part of the CIBC Western Institutional Investor Conference on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 9:10 a.m. PT. A link to access the live webcast will be available in the 'Events' section of Trisura's website. "Article content TORONTO, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — David Clare, President and Chief Executive Officer of Trisura Group Ltd. ('Trisura' or 'Trisura Group') (TSX: TSU), will participate in a fire...[+298 chars]" 2025-01-22T14:08:50 DigitalBridge Group's (NYSE:DBRG) earnings have declined over three years, contributing to shareholders 58% loss Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/digitalbridge-groups-nyse-dbrg-earnings-140850186.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/d00ee847ef7380b1dca436e10505fcee US en DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE:DBRG) share price is up 11% in the last week. In the last three years, the share price dropped 58%. The company's earnings per share dropped by 28% each year. Last year, DigitalBridge Group shareholders lost 41% even including dividends. Simply Wall St has a free report on the company. DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE:DBRG) shareholders should be happy to see the share price up 11% in the last week. But that is small recompense for the exasperating returns over three years. In that t...[+3277 chars] 2025-01-22T14:00:42 Public feedback sought for setting up RTP for unlisted companies at PSX Staff Report https://pakobserver.net/public-feedback-sought-for-setting-up-rtp-for-unlisted-companies-at-psx https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pakistan-Stock-Exchange.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper proposing launch of a Registration and Trading Platform (RTP) for public unlisted companies at Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX). The RTP will be mandatory for companies with paid-up capital of Rs 200 million or more. ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper proposing launch of a Registration and Trading Platform (RTP) for public unlisted companies at Pak...[+1658 chars] 2025-01-22T13:58:24 Ottawa broadcaster Hoda Elatawi explains why corporate DEI initiatives still hold value Ottawa Business Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Ottawa_broadcaster_Hoda_Elatawi_explains_why_corporate_DEI_i https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AEDIknfeeB4/0.jpg US en "Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts are often being scaled back by major corporations in Canada and abroad. Hoda is the president of GAPC Entertainment, Ottawa's Hoda's. She wrote ""So You Want To Be A Muslim""." In a world where diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts are often being scaled back by major corporations in Canada and abroad, the entertainment industry has not been immune. As the president ...[+67 chars] 2025-01-22T13:38:13 Nasdaq CEO on corporate America under Trump: Quieter DEI efforts, exciting IPO environment Brian Sozzi https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nasdaq-ceo-on-corporate-america-under-trump-quieter-dei-efforts-exciting-ipo-environment-133813869.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/ccqSP.NbVD_0jmT_yKDzAw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDE-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-01/c7394cf0-d7ad-11ef-a75a-65cf913b4bd3 US en Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman is at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. She talked about corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies on Yahoo Finance's Opening Bid podcast. A federal appeals court recently struck down Nasdaq's attempt to diversify company boards. President Trump has vowed to rid the federal government of DEI mandates. "Listen and subscribe to Opening Bid on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your favorite podcasts. Corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies are out of favor as Presi...[+4011 chars]" 2025-01-22T13:31:02 Unity Bank Partners AquaEarth Consulting To Advance Sustainability Practices Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4063481/unity-bank-partners-aquaearth-consulting-to-advance-sustainability-practices.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Unity Bank Plc completed a project to strengthen its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability framework in partnership with AquaEarth Consulting. The collaborative project focused on a comprehensive review of the bank's environmental, social and governance framework. Unity Bank is committed to global and national sustainability standards. As part of its commitment to global and national sustainability standards aimed at enhancing its role in responsible banking and sustainable finance, Unity Bank Plc has successfully completed a transf...[+243 chars] 2025-01-22T13:30:03 Sachetisation: Expanding Access to Mutual Funds for All Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3235033-sachetisation-expanding-access-to-mutual-funds-for-all https://www.devdiscourse.com/images/newstheme.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sebi proposes launching small ticket systematic investment plans (SIPs) worth Rs 250 to promote financial inclusion among low-income groups. The public has an opportunity to comment on these proposals until February 6. Sebi wants AMCs to reach break-even within two years. In a move to democratize mutual fund investments, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has unveiled a consultation paper on 'sachetisation.' The proposal suggests launching small ticket s...[+740 chars] 2025-01-22T13:14:20 The UK is the one place where regulation is still expanding – we will pay a high price The Daily Telegraph https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/The_UK_is_the_one_place_where_regulation_is_still_expanding_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/[] US en """Corporate sustainability due diligence directive"" is issued by the World Economic Forum (WEF). It is based on the ""Corporation Sustainability Due Diligence Directive"" (CDD). . ""Sustainable Development Directive"" " """ corporate sustainability due diligence directive """ 2025-01-22T13:14:00 Soccer-English Football League bolsters Green Club sustainability scheme https://www.thestar.com.my/sport/football/2025/01/22/soccer-english-football-league-bolsters-green-club-sustainability-scheme https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/01/22/3131636.jpg MY en "The English Football League has updated its ""Green Club"" scheme aimed at reducing the environmental impact of its 72 member clubs. Participants will be assessed bi-seasonally and awarded bronze, silver or gold status depending on their efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and become more environmentally sustainable. 38 clubs have signed up to the scheme." FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Carabao Cup First Round - Derby County v Barrow AFC - Pride Park Stadium, Derby, Britain - September 5, 2020 English Football League match ball Action Images/Carl Recine/...[+1513 chars] 2025-01-22T13:09:00 e& Collaborates with IBM to Launch Pioneering End-to-End AI Governance Platform IBM https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/licensing_marketing_agreements/e-collaborates-with-ibm-to-launch-pioneering-end-to-end-ai-governance-platform/article_13aa28a8-402e-512a-b281-3298b76a433a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/16/f16081e5-ced0-5d00-9199-83402330a03b/6790f319403f7.image.jpg?crop=1503%2C789%2C0%2C294&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en e& has collaborated with IBM to deploy a pioneering, end-to-end, multi-model Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI governance solution. The collaboration intends to enhance e&'s AI governance framework to promote compliance, oversight, and ethical practices across its growing AI ecosystem. DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- e&, a global technology group, has collaborated with IBM (NYSE: IBM) to deploy a pioneering, end-to-end, multi-model Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generati...[+367 chars] 2025-01-22T13:02:47 English Football League bolsters Green Club sustainability scheme Reuters https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/english-football-league-bolsters-green-club-sustainability-scheme-2025-01-22 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/7SLFOT3QNFMZBNVBYA42ADZV3A.jpg?auth=5a37aea531d015513af1a368dfd87a1b9c394be938aa416a5a0560c991c4c4d8&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en "The English Football League has updated its ""Green Club"" scheme aimed at reducing the environmental impact of its 72 member clubs. The EFL has set a target of reducing its collective carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years. 39 of the 92 clubs face high risks from climate hazards by 2050." "LONDON, Jan 22 (Reuters) - The English Football League (EFL) has updated its innovative ""Green Club"" scheme aimed at reducing the environmental impact of its 72 member clubs. Participating clubs will ...[+1265 chars]" 2025-01-22T13:00:42 Seplat Energy pledges stronger partnership with A'Ibom Angel https://sundiatapost.com/seplat-energy-pledges-stronger-partnership-with-aibom https://i0.wp.com/sundiatapost.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WhatsApp-Image-2024-06-02-at-16.43.05_db2bf014-865x598-1.jpg?fit=865%2C598&ssl=1 NG en Udo Udoma, the Board Chairman, Seplat Energy Plc, says the company is committed to partnering the Akwa Ibom Government to drive sustainable development in the state. He led a delegation of the company's leadership to visit Gov. Umo Eno in Uyo. The governor commended the delegation for the visit. "UYO (Sundiata Post) – Sen. Udo Udoma, the Board Chairman, Seplat Energy Plc, says the company is committed to partnering the Akwa Ibom Government to drive sustainable development in the state. Udoma s...[+1346 chars]" 2025-01-22T13:00:29 Joydeb Mandal https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/people/joydebmandal https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/677ea1c0782b1d1ec350d24c/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=1000,1000,x0,y0,safe&width=300 US en AI and ML leverage massive amounts of data to speed up time-consuming processes and address emerging concerns like environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. AI and ML use big data to address emerging issues. 5.5 minutes ago "5 minutes ago AI and ML leverage massive amounts of data to speed up time-consuming processes and address emerging concerns like environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices." 2025-01-22T12:56:50 SustainableIT.org at Davos 2025: Leading the Way in Sustainable Practices and Responsible AI Sustainable IT.org https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/sustainableitorg-at-davos-2025-leading-the-way-in-sustainable-practices-2d4750750a61bcf44899f444f2f4b20f2ce99afa https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2602441/RalphLoura.jpg?p=facebook FR en 35 IT leaders from the World Economic Forum are in Davos to promote sustainable and responsible AI practices. They will drive discussions on new benchmarks for responsible AI and sustainable IT practices and leadership. Davos 2025 Program will host a variety of events focused on: Responsible AI, Digital Transformation, ESG Metrics and Sustainability Leadership. """ is back in Davos at WEF with 35 IT leaders in tow because it's time to turn ambition into action for a more sustainable world."" Post this Shaping the Future of Sustainable IT and Responsible AI Unde...[+995 chars]" 2025-01-22T12:47:14 EFL's Green Club Initiative Advances Sustainability Goals Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3234952-efls-green-club-initiative-advances-sustainability-goals https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_18_18_25_2697677.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The English Football League (EFL) has announced updates to its groundbreaking 'Green Club' scheme. It seeks to curb the environmental footprint of its 72 clubs. The revamped initiative allows for bi-seasonal evaluations of participating clubs, rewarding them with bronze, silver, or gold status based on their sustainability efforts. "The English Football League (EFL) has announced updates to its groundbreaking 'Green Club' scheme, which seeks to curb the environmental footprint of its 72 clubs. The revamped initiative allows for b...[+408 chars]" 2025-01-22T12:39:00 EU is set to shrink ESG reporting rules amid French demands Frances Schwartzkopff https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/economy/arid-41559163.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/8940/4470490_6_seoimageog_424184774_281_29.jpg IE en The European Union is set to scale back its highly contested ESG reporting requirements, as France prepares to unveil a formal proposal seeking to limit the scope of the regulatory framework. The European Commission may choose to back significant limits to the CSRD. The EU's executive arm is assessing various files for inclusion in the omnibus proposal. "The European Union is set to scale back its highly contested ESG reporting requirements, as France prepares to unveil a formal proposal seeking to limit the scope of the regulatory framework. The Fren...[+3000 chars]" 2025-01-22T12:26:22 France Calls ESG Rules ‘Hell' as EU Pressured to Cut Red Tape Frances Schwartzkopff https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/france-calls-esg-rules-hell-as-eu-pressured-to-cut-red-tape/ar-AA1xAUGF US en The European Union is under pressure to scale back its ESG reporting requirements. France is preparing a formal proposal seeking to limit the scope of the regulatory framework. Germany's government last month urged the EU's executive arm to scale down the CSRD. The European Commission may choose to back significant limits in the scope. (Bloomberg) -- The European Union is facing mounting pressure to scale back its highly contested ESG reporting requirements, as France prepares to unveil a formal proposal seeking to limit the scope o...[+6136 chars] 2025-01-22T12:04:22 Sierra Metals Provides Update on Shareholder Rights Plan Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/sierra-metals-provides-update-on-shareholder-rights-plan https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250122263802r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en The Toronto Stock Exchange will defer consideration of the acceptance of the Company's shareholder rights plan until June 30, 2025, if the appropriate securities regulatory authority will not intervene pursuant to National Instrument 62-102 – Take-Over Bids – Defensive Tactics, and ratification of the Rights Plan by shareholders by no later than June 30th 2025. TORONTO — Sierra Metals Inc. (TSX: SMT | OTCQX: SMTSF | BVL: SMT) ('Sierra Metals' or the 'Company') announces that it has been notified by the Toronto Stock Exchange (the 'TSX') that the TSX will def...[+424 chars] 2025-01-22T11:50:57 UniFirst Releases Its 2024 ESG Report highlighting commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices PR Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/unifirst-releases-its-2024-esg-report-highlighting-commitment-to-sustainability-and-responsible-business-practices/article_eb095ffe-e23c-569c-ba41-5a340f538c84.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF) has published its FY 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. UniFirst is a North American leader in providing customized business uniform programs, facility service products and first aid and safety services. WILMINGTON, Mass., Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF), a North American leader in providing customized business uniform programs, facility service products and first aid and...[+521 chars] 2025-01-22T11:44:20 Top 5 sustainability trends for 2025 Mark McLardie https://www.cityam.com/top-5-sustainability-trends-for-2025 https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/city_am_banner_text.jpg GB en Mark McLardie is the Head of ESG, Westcon-Comstor. Last year was the hottest on record, with Earth warming by more than 1.5C for the first time. The government published its Clean Power 2030 Action Plan, which is centred on an ambitious target for 95% of electricity generation to come from clean sources by 2030. The EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) aims to standardise and harmonise sustainability reporting across the bloc and beyond on climate change, human rights, anti-corruption and more. Supply chain collaboration is a key challenge for Westcon. "By Mark McLardie, Head of ESG, Westcon-Comstor As 2024 slides into the rear-view mirror, policymakers and business leaders are left to reflect on a mixed and challenging year in the fight to protect t...[+6292 chars]" 2025-01-22T11:26:41 Small-cap stock below ₹20: Penny stock hits upper circuit on fundraise move Anubhav Mukherjee https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/smallcap-stock-below-rs-20-penny-stock-hits-upper-circuit-on-fundraise-move-11737541690146.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/22/1600x900/money_1713884752571_1737544164309.jpg IN en Enbee Trade and Finance Ltd shares closed 4.93% higher at ₹13.61 after Wednesday's market session. The shares traded 5% over their price band, according to BSE data. Enbee Trade's shares have given investors lifetime gains of nearly 413%. However, the stock has been trading 5 cents lower on a year-to-date basis. Small-cap stock below ₹20: Enbee Trade and Finance Ltd's stock hit its upper circuit on Wednesday, January 22, as the firm announced that it will actively look for fundraising opportunities in its ESG...[+2203 chars] 2025-01-22T11:24:39 European People's Party Declares War on Green Deal: Delays, Repeals, and Industry Rescue archyde https://www.archyde.com/european-peoples-party-declares-war-on-green-deal-delays-repeals-and-industry-rescue https://cdn4.focus.bg/fakti/photos/fb/1e7/kraat-na-zelenata-sdelka-nablijava-i-badeshteto-na-elektromobilite-stava-neasno-1.webp US en A declaration from the European People's Party (EPP) has sent ripples through the european Union, signaling a potential shift in the direction of the landmark 2019 European Green Deal. Critics argue that the ambitious environmental agenda has had negative consequences for the European industry, economy and population. Dr. Almost Green and Dr. Green agree that some of the proposals might be too lenient for an industry that needs to adapt. "Table of Contents A recent declaration from the ‍European People's Party (EPP) has​ sent ripples⁣ through‌ the european Union, signaling a⁣ potential⁢ shift⁣ in the direction of the landmark 2019 Euro...[+2807 chars]" 2025-01-22T11:18:21 NGX Grants International Breweries Extension To Meet Free Float Requirements Chris Ugwu https://thewhistler.ng/ngx-grants-international-breweries-extension-to-meet-free-float-requirements https://thewhistler.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/International-Breweries-Plc.jpg NG en NGX RegCo has approved an extension of time for International Breweries Plc to comply with the free float requirements for companies listed on the Main Board of Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The company stated this in a notice to the investing public seen by THE WHISTLER. The company expressed gratitude to NGX Regco for its continued support and flexibility. "444 SHARES Share Tweet [mc4wp_form id=33047] International Breweries Plc has announced that NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo) has approved an extension of time for the company to comply with the free...[+1459 chars]" 2025-01-22T11:07:18 ZTE earns EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability practices Back End News https://backendnews.net/zte-earns-ecovadis-gold-medal-for-sustainability-practices https://backendnews.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ZTE-EcoVadis-Award.jpg HK en ZTE Corp. has been awarded the Gold Medal in the EcoVadis 2024 Sustainability Performance Overview. ZTE ranked in the top 7% for environmental efforts, focusing on reducing its ecological footprint and in top 3% for labor and human rights, ethical practices, and responsible sourcing. To mark the achievement, Ecovadis will plant a tree on ZTE's behalf. ZTE Corp., a global provider of information and communication technology solutions, has been awarded the Gold Medal in the EcoVadis 2024 Sustainability Performance Overview. This recognition places ZT...[+1191 chars] 2025-01-22T11:06:21 Undiscovered Gems In The United Kingdom To Explore This January 2025 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/undiscovered-gems-united-kingdom-explore-110621373.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/297a096e5743176fa71b67c7278a433d US en There are 63 stocks from our UK Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals screener that investors are interested in. The list includes a maritime transport company with a market cap of £730 million, an online media publisher with operations in the UK, Ireland, Australia, the U.S., and internationally, and a foreign exchange risk management company with market capitalization of £1 billion. As the United Kingdom's FTSE 100 index grapples with global economic challenges, particularly stemming from weak trade data from China, investors are increasingly turning their attention to smaller-ca...[+6407 chars] 2025-01-22T11:05:51 Corporate Governance Excellence Summit 2025: Redefining Leadership with Sustainability and Innovation Rahul Dolare https://www.punekarnews.in/corporate-governance-excellence-summit-2025-redefining-leadership-with-sustainability-and-innovation http://www.punekarnews.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Corporate-Governance-Excellence-Summit-2025.jpg IN en The biggest Corporate Governance Excellence Summit and Awards 2025 of India was held in Pune. It hosted over 1,000 CXOs and 35+ leading search firms. The sessions featured speeches from Suresh Prabhu, M. Damodaran, Yogesh Kadam, and Shreegauri Sawant. "Share this News: Pune, 22 Jan 2025: World Development Corporation (WDC) in collaboration with the World Association for Small and Medium Enterprises (WASME) and Directors' Institute- World Council of ...[+1382 chars]" 2025-01-22T11:00:29 Xylem Announces Participation at Upcoming Investor Conferences https://apnews.com/press-release/business-wire/district-of-columbia-florida-north-america-9235da9ad21045cbbf3117cb9070fcef https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Xylem is a leading global water solutions company that empowers customers and communities to build a more water-secure world. Management and Investor Relations will present and participate in investor meetings at Citi Investment Research, February 18, Miami and Raymond James & Associates, Inc., March 3, Orlando. "WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 22, 2025-- Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL), a leading global water solutions company that empowers customers and communities to build a more water-secure world, announced today...[+1226 chars]" 2025-01-22T11:00:14 Despite US pullout, PM Anwar says Malaysia still all-in on Paris Agreement https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/01/22/despite-us-pullout-pm-anwar-says-malaysia-still-all-in-on-paris-agreement/164267 https://www.malaymail.com/malaymail/uploads/images/2025/01/22/thumbs/400x400/257326.jpg MY en Malaysia is committed to the Paris Agreement and taking bold and tough measures to preserve humanity and preserve sustainability. The multiracial country has demonstrated unity at home and on regional platforms. Regionally, Asean has reached a five-point consensus on Myanmar. DAVOS, Jan 22 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reiterated Malaysia's commitment to the Paris Agreement, highlighting the country's willingness to take bold and tough measures to value humanit...[+2207 chars] 2025-01-22T11:00:00 Xylem Announces Participation at Upcoming Investor Conferences Business Wire https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/xylem-announces-participation-upcoming-investor-110000034.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/f71d48090c2ddc8c57070dda68ae6f24 US en Xylem is a leading global water solutions company that empowers customers and communities to build a more water-secure world. Management and Investor Relations will present and participate in investor meetings at Citi Investment Research, February 18, Miami and Raymond James & Associates, March 3, Orlando. WASHINGTON, January 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL), a leading global water solutions company that empowers customers and communities to build a more water-secure world, announced to...[+1376 chars] 2025-01-22T10:53:46 EU is set to cut back ESG reporting rules amid French demands https://www.luxtimes.lu/europeanunion/eu-is-set-to-cut-back-esg-reporting-rules-amid-french-demands/35370273.html https://img.luxtimes.lu/public/luxembourg/hnbvpv-luxembourg-is-the-largest-destination-for-esg-funds/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/Luxembourg%20is%20the%20largest%20destination%20for%20ESG%20funds%20 LU en France is preparing a formal proposal to limit the scope of the ESG reporting requirements. Germany's government last month urged the European Commission to scale back the CSRD. CSRD would affect as many as 50,000 companies doing business in the European Union with at least 250 employees and annual revenue of €50 million. The first batch of companies started collecting data last year. "The European Union is likely to scale back its highly contested ESG reporting requirements, as France prepares to unveil a formal proposal seeking to limit the scope of the regulatory framework. The F...[+4471 chars]" 2025-01-22T10:30:57 Oxbridge Approves Bitcoin And Ethereum As Treasury Reserve Assets MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Oxbridge_Approves_Bitcoin_And_Ethereum_As_Treasury_Reserve_A https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wOAyLh1HIBQ/0.jpg US en Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: OXBR) and its subsidiaries will go public on January 21, 2025, together with its parent company, Oxford Re Holdings Ltd. (Oxbridge), together with their parent company Oxford Re Ltd. (MENAFN - GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: OXBR ) (–Oxbridge–) , together with its 2025-01-22T10:02:00 A guide to corporate governance https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/22/guide-corporate-governance https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/jamaicaobserver/news/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/01/db344edbeebc999a487d9a8cd10d0fd3.jpg JM en Corporate governance is fundamental for sustainable growth, fostering investor confidence, and ensuring corporate accountability. The Companies Act of Jamaica imposes certain requirements to ensure that companies operate transparently and ethically. Every company is required to keep proper books and documents of account which give a true and fair view of the state of the company's affairs. Risk management is key to the overall sustainability of a company. IN today's business environment, sound corporate governance is fundamental for sustainable growth, fostering investor confidence, and ensuring corporate accountability. Corporate governance refers to ...[+5898 chars] 2025-01-22T10:01:52 Greenpeace wins: Court orders Dutch State to take more action against nitrogen in nature https://nltimes.nl/2025/01/22/greenpeace-wins-court-orders-dutch-state-take-action-nitrogen-nature https://nltimes.nl/sites/nltimes.nl/files/styles/news_article_full_desktop_2x/public/2023-03/Depositphotos_147828067_L.jpg?h=2e5cdddf NL en The court in The Hague ruled on Wednesday that the State must take more measures to reduce deposition of nitrogen in nature. If the State fails to meet its 2030 nitrogen targets, it will be fined 10 million euros. Last year, Greenpeace also filed summary proceedings against the State, asking the court to force the government to accelerate its nitrogen reduction measures. The State must take more measures to reduce the deposition of nitrogen in nature, the court in The Hague ruled on Wednesday in a case brought by Greenpeace against the Dutch government. A penalty of 1...[+1317 chars] 2025-01-22T09:39:00 MSMEs squeezed even for decent margins: Small businesses call for govt funding in Budget to adopt sustainability ET Online https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sme-sector/msmes-squeezed-even-for-decent-margins-small-businesses-call-for-govt-funding-in-budget-to-adopt-sustainability/articleshow/117446362.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117446670,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-57834,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en India has long-term goals of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and meeting 50% of electricity needs from non-fossil sources by 2030. To be in sync with these targets, companies need to focus on sustainability within their business operations and invest in green technologies. The MSME sector needs to be incentivised to take conscious steps towards including sustainable practices within their core portfolio. India has its long-term goals of achieving net-zero by 2070 and meeting 50% of electricity needs from non-fossil sources by 2030. To be in sync with such targets, companies need to focus on sustainabi...[+4305 chars] 2025-01-22T09:35:02 Seplat Energy pledges stronger partnership with AIbom Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4063041/seplat-energy-pledges-stronger-partnership-with-aibom.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Sen. Udo Udoma, the Board Chairman, Seplat Energy Plc, says the company is committed to partnering the Akwa Ibom Government to drive sustainable development in the state. He stated this in Uyo when he led a delegation of the company leadership to visit Gov. Umo Eno. Sen. Udo Udoma, the Board Chairman, Seplat Energy Plc, says the company is committed to partnering the Akwa Ibom Government to drive sustainable development in the state. Udoma stated this in Uyo when...[+293 chars] 2025-01-22T09:25:39 Seplat Energy pledges stronger partnership with A'Ibom NAN https://guardian.ng/news/seplat-energy-pledges-stronger-partnership-with-aibom https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/WhatsApp-Image-2024-06-02-at-16.43.05_db2bf014.jpg NG en Sen. Udo Udoma, the Board Chairman, Seplat Energy Plc, says the company is committed to partnering the Akwa Ibom Government to drive sustainable development in the state. He led a delegation of the company's leadership to visit Gov. Umo Eno in Uyo. The company recently acquired Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited. "Sen. Udo Udoma, the Board Chairman, Seplat Energy Plc, says the company is committed to partnering the Akwa Ibom Government to drive sustainable development in the state. Udoma stated this in Uyo when...[+1459 chars]" 2025-01-22T09:15:09 ASX diversity rules in limbo amid Trump DEI backlash Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/workplace/asx-diversity-rules-in-limbo-amid-trump-dei-backlash-20250121-p5l69i https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.9824%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_532%2C$y_248/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_exclusive_no_age_social_wm/7ab5228b95b7b2b3664b9292f39d5bd71406bf4c AU en ASX's governance council refused to put a timeline on finalising the controversial changes. Donald Trump's re-election has escalated a diversity backlash. Mr Trump used his first day in office to order a sweeping dismantling of the federal government's diversity, equity and inclusion programs. On Wednesday, he ordered all federal diversity and inclusion staff to be laid off. New rules that would require company directors to disclose their sexuality and other personal characteristics are in limbo after the ASX's governance council refused to put a timeline on finalising th...[+346 chars] 2025-01-22T09:09:37 Schneider Electric named The World's Most Sustainable Corporation for a second time https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/22/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/schneider-electric-named-the-worlds-most-sustainable-corporation-for-a-second-time/2042666 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice. 14th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7th top 10 ranking. Schneider Electric previously topped this annual list of the most sustainable publicly listed companies, generating annual revenues of over $1bn in 2021. "First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice14th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7th top 10 ranking Follows strong 2024 performance in other key ESG ratings Rueil-Malmaison, ...[+1224 chars]" 2025-01-22T08:48:50 Schneider Electric named The World's Most Sustainable Corporation for a second time Schneider Electric SE https://www.eagletribune.com/region/schneider-electric-named-the-world-s-most-sustainable-corporation-for-a-second-time/article_17ce8b49-2e87-5bf4-bd7a-6e9f40a21903.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights. It is the only company to rank first in the Global 100 twice. Schneider Electric is the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation. It will generate annual revenues of over $1 billion in 2021. Rueil-Malmaison, France, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has been named the World's Most Sustainable...[+931 chars] 2025-01-22T08:04:45 Elixirr awards shares to top executives https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/elixirr-awards-shares-to-top-executives/ar-AA1xDOWk US en Elixirr International PLC (AIM:ELIX) has granted restricted share awards to Deputy CEO Graham Busby and CFO Nick Willott. The shares are subject to forfeiture conditions until December 31, 2027. The Elixirr International Employee Benefit Trust will hold the legal title to the shares until the vesting conditions are met. LONDON - Elixirr International PLC (AIM:ELIX), a global consultancy firm, has granted restricted share awards to two of its top executives, aligning management incentives with shareholder interests. T...[+1332 chars] 2025-01-22T07:37:58 Stock market game winners get awards from Paria Newsday Reporter https://newsday.co.tt/2025/01/22/stock-market-game-winners-get-awards-from-paria https://newsday.co.tt/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23772799.jpg TT en Paria Fuel Trading Company Ltd (Paria) hosted its eight flagship award ceremony of the Sustainable Stock Market Game (SSMG) under the theme Replicating Success: AI in Education and Financial Literacy for Sustainable Caricom Economic Transformation. The SSMG provides students with a simulated US$25,000 to build and grow investment portfolios using real market data. "Features Paria Fuel Trading Company Ltd (Paria) hosted its eight flagship award ceremony of the Sustainable Stock Market Game (SSMG) to honours winners for their efforts. Under the theme, Replicating ...[+3628 chars]" 2025-01-22T07:31:14 Sindh govt requests CCI to reverse decision Fawad Yousafzai https://www.nation.com.pk/22-Jan-2025/sindh-govt-requests-cci-to-reverse-decision https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en Sindh objects to the caretaker government's decision to allow the sale of 35% of pipeline specification gas to third party instead of Sui companies. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is also against the decision. Council of Common Interest (CCI) has proposed to reverse the decision taken by the government. ISLAMABAD - Sindh has termed the caretaker government decision of allowing the sale of 35pc gas to third party violation of Articles 154(1), 158 and Section 230 of the Election Act 2017, saying that t...[+4439 chars] 2025-01-22T07:19:41 Seplat expresses commitment to partner Akwa Ibom for sustainabledevt Tribune https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4062642/seplat-expresses-commitment-to-partner-akwa-ibom-for-sustainabledevt.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Seplat Energy Plc has expressed its commitment to partner Akwa Ibom State Government for sustainable development. This was disclosed during a courtesy visit to the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, by a Seplat delegation led by the Board Chairman, Senator Udo Udoma, in Uyo. Tribune OnlineSeplat expresses commitment to partner Akwa Ibom for sustainabledevtSeplat Energy Plc has expressed its commitment to partnering with the Akwa Ibom State Government for sustainable devel...[+340 chars] 2025-01-22T07:12:03 Crescent Star Insurance raises stake in Tristar Power to 14.69% News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/01/22/crescent-star-insurance-raises-stake-in-tristar-power-to-14-69 https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Crescent-Star-Insurance-Limited-696x293.jpg PK en Crescent Star Insurance Limited increased its shareholding in Tristar Power Limited to 14.69% after acquiring additional voting shares at Rs 6.45 per share. Crescent Star Insurance was incorporated in Pakistan as a Public Limited Company in 1957 under the Companies Act, 1913. Crescent Star Insurance Limited has increased its shareholding in Tristar Power Limited to 14.69% after acquiring additional voting shares at Rs 6.45 per share, according to a filing at the Pakistan S...[+734 chars] 2025-01-22T06:57:55 Nearly two-thirds of local businesses plan to increase investments in 2025 Singapore News https://theindependent.sg/nearly-two-thirds-of-local-businesses-plan-to-increase-investments-in-2025 https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/meeting-with-business-partners-e1733720707364.jpg SG en Singapore businesses are gearing up for a significant investment boost in 2025. Two-thirds of business leaders plan to allocate more resources to sustainability, artificial intelligence (AI), and supply chain innovations. The findings are based on a survey conducted by the Capgemini Research Institute between Oct 23 and Nov 20, 2024. SINGAPORE: Singapore businesses are gearing up for a significant investment boost in 2025. Nearly two-thirds of business leaders plan to allocate more resources to sustainability, artificial intellige...[+2216 chars] 2025-01-22T06:26:00 Shanghai Stock Exchange issues new guidance on ESG reporting 许嘉怡 https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202501/22/WS67908f90a310a2ab06ea8999.html http://img2.chinadaily.com.cn/images/202501/22/67908f90a310a2ab87b5a9a6.jpeg CN en Shanghai Stock Exchange released a set of two documents concerning sustainability reporting guidance. The documents aim to drive listed companies' high-quality environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. In 2024, a total of 1,193 exchange-listed companies issued ESG reports. Shanghai Stock Exchange released on Jan 17 a set of two documents concerning sustainability reporting guidance, aiming to drive listed companies' high-quality environmental, social, and governance (ES...[+2202 chars] 2025-01-22T05:38:41 Angolan Govt Discusses Implementation of Investment Agreement With EU https://allafrica.com/stories/202501220076.html https://cdn08.allafrica.com/static/images/structure/aa-logo-rgba-no-text-square.png ZA en Delegations from the Angolan government and the European Union (EU) met in Luanda on Tuesday to analyze aspects related to the start of the implementation of the Sustainable Investment Facilitation Agreement. The SIFA is a facilitation-focused agreement between Angola and the EU aimed at stimulating foreign investment needed to achieve sustainable development goals. Luanda — Delegations from the Angolan government and the European Union (EU) met in Luanda on Tuesday to analyze aspects related to the start of the implementation of the Sustainable Investment Facili...[+2992 chars] 2025-01-22T05:00:00 LG Energy Solution Ranked as the World's 12th Most Sustainable Company, Number One Among Battery Manufacturers LG Energy Solution https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/lg-energy-solution-ranked-as-the-worlds-12th-most-sustainable-company-number-one-among-battery/article_560a58fe-5239-5086-b525-8440f0d84dfa.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en LG Energy Solution has ranked 12th on the list of 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World 2025 by Corporate Knights. LG Energy Solution also secured the top position among its battery manufacturing peers on the same list. LG wants to pave the way to a sustainable battery ecosystem across the entire value chain. "Corporate Knights acknowledges LG Energy Solution in the World's 100 Most Sustainable Corporations 2025 list, placing it in the top position among its industry peer group Recognition in sustainable re...[+684 chars]" 2025-01-22T04:40:11 Trump's Executive Order: Dismantling DEI Policies Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3234334-trumps-executive-order-dismantling-dei-policies https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/03_03_2020_19_07_58_0139831.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. The order revokes decades-old executive actions promoting equal employment opportunities and environmental protections for communities of color. Civil rights and diversity advocates have strongly criticized this action. The U.S. Attorney General is tasked with consulting agencies and producing a report within 120 days. In a bold move, U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. This directive orders government agency chiefs to elimin...[+819 chars] 2025-01-22T04:30:11 Seplat Energy To Strengthen Partnership With Akwa Ibom Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4062212/seplat-energy-to-strengthen-partnership-with-akwa-ibom.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Seplat Energy Plc has expressed its commitment to partnering with the Akwa Ibom State Government for sustainable development. The Board Chairman of the company, Senator Udo Udoma, stated this during a courtesy visit to the Governor, Pastor Umo Eno. Seplat Energy Plc has expressed its commitment to partnering with the Akwa Ibom State Government for sustainable development. The Board Chairman of the company, Senator Udo Udoma, stated this during a...[+245 chars] 2025-01-22T04:23:31 Shipowner seeks industry reform Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4062083/shipowner-seeks-industry-reform.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Greg Ogbeifun, Chairman of Starzs Investments Company Limited (SICL), has called for reforms in the maritime sector. He stressed the pivotal role shipping plays in the economy. The post Shipowner seeks industry reform appeared in The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. The Chairman of Starzs Investments Company Limited (SICL), Greg Ogbeifun, has sounded the alarm on the urgent need for reforms in the maritime sector, emphasising the pivotal role shipping plays in th...[+152 chars] 2025-01-22T03:26:15 India CEOs Warn Disruptive Tech, Inflation Threaten Business Viability BW Online Bureau https://www.businessworld.in/article/india-ceos-warn-disruptive-tech-and-inflation-threaten-business-viability-545523 https://static.businessworld.in/2025-01-21 180103 (1)_20250121175819_original_image_11.webp IN en PwC's annual global CEO survey revealed that technological disruption is top of mind for India's chief executive officer (CEOs). Disruptive technology is one of the top two factors influencing the company's low economic viability. 87% of Indian CEOs are upbeat about the country's economic growth, surpassing the global average of 57%. 74% are very confident about their respective companies' revenue growth in the next three years. A report by PwC has revealed that technological disruption remains top of mind for India's chief executive officer (CEOs), followed by macroeconomic volatility and inflation, and low availability of s...[+5319 chars] 2025-01-22T02:54:45 "The TWSE Releases ""Scope 3 Greenhouse Gas Accounting Guidelines and FAQ"" to Support Companies in Aligning with International Sustainability Disclosure Trends (TWSE - Taiwan Stock Exchange Corporation)" Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/The_TWSE_Releases_Scope_3_Greenhouse_Gas_Accounting_Guidelin https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RXUpR91ZCRA/0.jpg US en "The TWSE releases ""Scope 3 Greenhouse Gas Accounting Guidelines and FAQ"" to support listed companies in aligning with International Sustainability Disclosure Trends. It is to assist listed companies to align their accounting practices with the international sustainability trends. It's dated 25/1/22." ")2025/1/22Corporate Governance DepartmentThe TWSE Releases "" Scope 3 Greenhouse Gas Accounting Guidelines and FAQ "" to Support Companies in Aligning with International Sustainability Disclosure Trends...[+38 chars]" 2025-01-22T02:42:30 PAP's new climate action group to help SMEs go green Shabana Begum https://www.tnp.sg/news/singapore/paps-new-climate-action-group-help-smes-go-green https://tnp.straitstimes.com/sites/default/files/styles/rl680/public/sbpap21.9391fd45.Attachment.1000159395.jpg?itok=LH1iwo1u SG en Parliamentary motion will be tabled some time in 2025 to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) decarbonise. It will be one of the first major initiatives by the new climate action group launched by the People's Action Party (PAP) on Jan 21. (From left) Nee Soon GRC MP Louis Ng, Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and the Environment Koh Poh Koon, Sembawang GRC MP Poh Li San, East Coast GRC MP Cheryl Chan and Nee Soon GRC MP Carri...[+7351 chars] 2025-01-22T01:57:34 CSG Announces Board of Directors' Chair Transition Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/csg-announces-board-of-directors-chair-transition/article_4cd82687-76e5-55b4-800f-2002d4a9a735.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Mr. Fawaz has served as a CSG Board Member since 2016. He is a 25-year technology, media and telecommunications industry veteran. He served as Executive Advisor at Google and Alphabet, was the CEO at Nest and Google/Motorola Home, and served in executive positions at Charter Communications, Adelphia Communications and MediaOne. Ron Cooper has overseen CSG's successful revenue growth from approximately $380 million in annual revenue to nearly $1.2 billion in 2023. "DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 21, 2025-- Mr. Fawaz has served as a CSG Board Member since 2016. A 25+ year technology, media and telecommunications industry veteran, he served as Executive Advisor at G...[+2664 chars]" 2025-01-22T01:56:54 Exclusive-Venture Global LNG set to lower price range on blockbuster IPO, says source Echo Wang https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exclusive-venture-global-lng-set-015654624.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/bfa4bb8d6dde84ae3c54ceaeef2988ff US en Venture Global LNG is preparing to cut the proposed price range for its blockbuster initial public offering and increase the number of shares it may sell to investors. The company is considering a new price range of between $32 and $38 per share. The Arlington, Virginia-based company said on Jan. 13 it would seek to raise up to $2.30 billion from the listing. "By Echo Wang (Reuters) - Venture Global LNG is preparing to cut the proposed price range for its blockbuster initial public offering and increase the number of shares it may sell to investors, a sourc...[+1158 chars]" 2025-01-22T01:40:27 All That Eco (CEO Jung Soo-hyun) was selected as an award-winning company at the 2024 2nd Korea ESG .. Lee Hojun. https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11224102 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202501/22/news-p.v1.20250122.8f7c473b611442248e94ecfc02aaccd1_P1.jpg KR en All That Eco was selected as an award-winning company at the 2024 2nd Korea ESG Awards for its innovative technology to realize carbon neutrality and RE100. CEO Chung plans to attract investors this year through completion of the platform and on-site lectures on ESG consulting. Korea ESG Awards 2024 Carbon neutrality and RE100 technology recognition Former Prime Minister Chung Un-chan, All That Eco CEO Chung Soo-hyun, and Korea ESG Association President Ko Ki-hyun (from left...[+2708 chars] 2025-01-22T01:21:00 Karman Announces Filing of Registration Statement for Proposed Initial Public Offering Defense https://www.newsminer.com/online_features/press_releases/karman-announces-filing-of-registration-statement-for-proposed-initial-public-offering/article_e5ffdf4b-cb69-5a8f-954c-bd44f24a115f.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/newsminer.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/8/69/8698b2b2-0fcc-5b0a-a107-0729402ed3cb/6790d8a1a3d53.image.jpg?crop=611%2C321%2C144%2C0&resize=611%2C321&order=crop%2Cresize US en The proposed offering will be made only by means of a prospectus. A copy of the preliminary prospectus relating to the proposed offering may be obtained from Citigroup, Broadridge Financial Solutions and Evercore Group L.L.C. The statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. They are not statements of historical fact and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. "Karman Space & Defense - logo (PRNewsfoto/Karman Space & Defense) The proposed offering will be made only by means of a prospectus. Once available, a copy of the preliminary prospectus relating to the...[+1777 chars]" 2025-01-22T01:19:00 CSG Announces Board of Directors' Chair Transition Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/csg-announces-board-directors-chair-011900699.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/f6ccc6c8445245ad0f8e0935db4a43ce US en Ron Cooper will step down as CSG's Board Chair on May 14, 2025. Marwan Fawaz, a current board member and industry veteran, will succeed him. Mr. Fawaz has served as a CSG Board Member since 2016. He served as Executive Advisor at Google and Alphabet, was the CEO at Nest and Google/Motorola Home, and served in executive positions at Charter Communications, Adelphia Communications and MediaOne. Since joining CSG in 2006, Mr. Cooper has overseen the company's successful revenue growth from approximately $380 million in annual revenue to nearly $1.2 billion in 2023. DENVER, January 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CSG® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced as part of the Board of Directors' long-term succession planning process that Ron Cooper, the current Board Chair, will s...[+2915 chars] 2025-01-22T01:18:32 CSG Announces Board of Directors' Chair Transition Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/csg-announces-board-of-directors-chair-transition/article_ca7067bd-2698-53e7-bf73-507810688185.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Ron Cooper, CSG's current Board Chair, will step down from the role on May 14, 2025. Marwan Fawaz, a current board member and industry veteran, has been selected by the Board to succeed Mr. Cooper as Chair following the May 2025 Annual Shareholders Meeting. CSG ® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced as part of the Board of Directors' long-term succession planning process that Ron Cooper, the current Board Chair, will step down from the role at the end of his t...[+193 chars] 2025-01-22T01:15:00 충남대, ESG 경영 실천 지속가능한 발전 위해 앞장 김정환 기자 http://breaknews.com/1087128 https://f.xza.co.kr/http://dj.breaknews.com/imgdata/dj_breaknews_com/202307/2023071126586224.jpg KR en "ESG is a brand of an e-book called ""ESG"". It is a collection of e-books with various e-mails and documents. It is available in English, German, Japanese and Chinese. It can be downloaded from the Internet. " "▲ 충남대학교 전경 (C)충남대 ESG센터를 신설해 대학은 물론 지역사회의 지속가능한 발전을 선도하고 있는 충남대학교가 대학과 지역사회 구성원들의 ESG 경영에 대한 인식을 제고하고, 트렌드를 공유하기 위해 '글로벌 ESG 인력 양성 교육'을 진행해 호응을 얻었다. 충남대 ESG센터는 1월 20일~21일, 인재개발원 시너지실에서 충남대 재학생과 ESG 관련...[+3359 chars]" 2025-01-22T01:04:57 Global ESG sukuk poised to exceed US$50b in 2025: Fitch Ratings Diyana Isamudin https://www.nst.com.my/business/economy/2025/01/1164435/global-esg-sukuk-poised-exceed-us50b-2025-fitch-ratings https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/Working_on_graph.jpg_1737507888.jpg MY en The global environmental, social and governance (ESG) sukuk market is set to surpass US$50 billion outstanding in 2025. Growth drivers include funding diversification goals, enabling regulations, sustainability initiatives and net-zero targets pursued by sovereigns, banks, corporates and government-related entities. "KUALA LUMPUR: The global environmental, social and governance (ESG) sukuk market is set to surpass US$50 billion outstanding in 2025, according to Fitch Ratings. Its managing director and the global h...[+2063 chars]" 2025-01-22T01:04:40 SBTi Validates HS Hyosung Advanced Materials' Ambitious Emissions Reduction Targets Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=234143 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202501/234143_237065_254_v150.jpg KR en HS Hyosung Advanced Materials has received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets set for 2030. This milestone marks a significant step in the company's commitment to combating climate change and underscores its leadership in global environmental sustainability. The company has established concrete action plans to achieve the targets. HS Hyosung Advanced Materials has officially received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets set for 2030. This milestone marks a ...[+2457 chars] 2025-01-22T00:50:33 Sebi plans pre-listing trade to trip grey market moves The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Sebi_plans_prelisting_trade_to_trip_grey_market_moves_7 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/[] US en Sebi's responsibility is to ensure that all critical disclosures and information are made available to investors, enabling them to make informed decisions, Buch said. He added that Sebi's job is to make sure that investors have access to all the necessary information. Sebi's responsibility is to ensure that all critical disclosures and information are made available to investors, enabling them to make informed decisions, Buch said. 2025-01-22T00:26:37 Entering the Unchartered Dr Kamal Monnoo https://www.nation.com.pk/22-Jan-2025/entering-the-unchartered https://www.nation.com.pk/uploads/facebook_post_images/2025-01-22/facebook_post_image_1737505597.jpg PK en There is a growing concern about the future of the Net Zero Banking Alliance, which aims to unite the world's biggest banks in a commitment to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Some US banks are already pulling out, claiming that they were being sued for their net zero commitments. Trump's statements on climate issues have sent a signal to the global markets. Talk about the uncertain times looming ahead, with the new Trump Government taking over earlier this week, the corporate world seems to be entering its own unchartered waters. All this while the corpo...[+5609 chars] 2025-01-22T00:01:31 Tackling a year of change: Five sustainability trends to watch in 2025 Stuart Lemmon https://www.businessgreen.com/opinion/4399394/tackling-change-sustainability-trends-watch-2025 https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/ccc2541/9a03dff8-99e3-4a56-a1c2-f4a07a2f18c2/2/Lemmon-Stuart-370x229.jpg GB en 2025 is a pivotal year for climate and sustainability action. There are significant regulatory changes, advancing carbon markets and heightened focus on nature and biodiversity. Here are some of the key things to look out for in this year's climate change and sustainability agenda. 2025 is another pivotal year for climate and sustainability action with significant regulatory changes, advancing carbon markets, and heightened focus on nature and biodiversity. Here are some of the ...[+6 chars] 2025-01-22T00:01:05 The End of ESG John Stossel https://townhall.com/columnists/johnstossel/2025/01/22/the-end-of-esg-n2650936 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/2018/306/b0dc0825-db01-4449-861d-0613c76a7663.jpg US en """Sustainability"" investments became popular a few years ago. Most of the funds promoting ""sustainable investment"" did worse than the market. Today more companies are focusing on producing better products for less money. John Stossel posts a new video about the battle between government and freedom." """Sustainability"" investments became popular a few years back. So-called experts said companies shouldn't just focus on profit. They should put more effort into being ""nice."" Funds pushing ESG (environ...[+4349 chars]" 2025-01-22T00:00:00 Council Post: Two Leadership Resolutions To Supercharge Your 2025 Dr. Eric George https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/01/22/two-leadership-resolutions-to-supercharge-your-2025 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/66a79f8229bee43b04a31e3a/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Dr. Eric George is the founder and CEO of ERG Enterprises. He is also a serial entrepreneur and full-time physician. He believes there is no universal formula for effective leadership, but there are some key practices that can help. He suggests cutting down on unnecessary meetings and setting up clear boundaries. "Dr. Eric George, Founder and CEO of ERG Enterprises. Nationally recognized thought leader on entrepreneurship, investing and leadership. As an investor, I encounter entrepreneurs from a variety of ind...[+6009 chars]" 2025-01-22T00:00:00 LG Energy Solution Ranked as the World's 12th Most Sustainable Company, Number One Among Battery Manufacturers PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/LG_Energy_Solution_Ranked_as_the_Worlds_12th_Most_Sustainabl https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/[] US en LG Energy Solution is recognized as one of the world's most sustainable companies on Corporate Knights' World's 100 Most Sustainable Corporations 2025 list. LG Energy Solution received recognition for its sustainable revenue and sustainable investment practices. LG is proud of its leadership in sustainability and ESG practices. Corporate Knights acknowledges LG Energy Solution in the World's 100 Most Sustainable Corporations 2025 list, placing it in the top position among its industry peer group Recognition in sustainable re...[+203 chars] 2025-01-22T00:00:00 SL Green: Q4 Earnings Snapshot The Milton Standard Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/SL_Green_Q4_Earnings_Snapshot https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SL Green Realty Corp. reported a key measure of profitability in its fourth quarter. The results fell short of Wall Street expectations, as well as the expectations of the market. . The company is based in York, New York, and it's a real estate developer. NEWYORK, N.Y. (AP) — NEWYORK, N.Y. (AP) — SL Green Realty Corp. (SLG) on Wednesday reported a key measure of profitability in its fourth quarter. The results fell short of Wall Street expectations. 2025-01-22T00:00:00 Proposals of the Shareholders' Nomination Board to Evli Plc's Annual General Meeting 2025 (Evli Oyj) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Proposals_of_the_Shareholders_Nomination_Board_to_Evli_Plcs_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/[] US en Proposals of the Shareholders' Nomination Board to Evli Plc's Annual General Meeting 2025 are sent to the stock exchange. Evli Oyj shares are traded on the London Stock Exchange. The meeting is scheduled for January 22 at 13:00 CET. ) English FinnishPublished: 2025-01-22 13:00:00 CETEvli OyjOther information disclosed according to the rules of the ExchangeProposals of the Shareholders' Nomination Board to Evli Plc's Annual Genera...[+37 chars] 2025-01-22T00:00:00 Anthony Albanese's government considers law change that will require businesses to meet gender equality targets ... The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Anthony_Albaneses_government_considers_law_change_that_will_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Proposed law reforms would introduce a new requirement for businesses with 500 or more employees to commit to achieve or make progress on their measurable targets to improve workplace gender equality. A parliamentary committee has been told that cultural change is just as important as measurable targets when it comes to improving workplace equality. Cultural change will be just as important as measurable targets when it comes to improving workplace gender equality, a parliamentary committee has been told. Proposed law reforms would introduce a ne...[+115 chars] 2025-01-22T00:00:00 Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA: Notification pursuant to Art. 5 (1) and (3) of the Regulation (EU) No 596/2014: Purchase of own shares Pharmiweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Dragerwerk_AG_Co_KGaA_Notification_pursuant_to_Art_5_1_and_3 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA notified about the purchase of own shares on 22.01.2025 at 14:00 CET/CEST. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. . EQS-News: Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA / Key word(s): Miscellaneous Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA: Notification pursuant to Art. 5 (1) and (3) of the Regulation (EU) No 596/2014: Purchase of own shares – final...[+106 chars] 2025-01-22T00:00:00 UAE's e& to adopt IBM's end-to-end AI governance platform GCC Business News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/uae_8217s_e_to_adopt_ibm_8217s_endtoend_ai_governance_platfo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en e& has collaborated with IBM to deploy a pioneering, end-to-end, multi-model Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI governance solution. The collaboration was announced at the World Economic Forum 2025 in Davos. It intends to enhance e&'s AI governance framework to promote AI. e&, a global technology group, has collaborated with IBM to deploy a pioneering, end-to-end, multi-model Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI governance solution. Announced at the World Econ...[+103 chars] 2025-01-22T00:00:00 Climate change concert event ‘Dear Everything' hopes to inspire unity system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/climate_change_concert_event_8216dear_everything_8217_hopes__a https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Eve Ensler's new play is called ""The Vagina Monologues"" and she hopes it will do the same for climate change as her previous play, ""The Vigina Monologue"" did for women's rights. ""V"" is a playwright." V, the playwright formerly Eve Ensler, is hoping her new piece of theater can do for climate change what her 'The Vagina Monologues' did for women's rights. 2025-01-22T00:00:00 Shanghai Stock Exchange issues new guidance on ESG reporting China Daily https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/Shanghai_Stock_Exchange_issues_new_guidance_on_ESG_reporting https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Shanghai Stock Exchange released a set of two documents concerning sustainability reporting guidance on Jan 17. The documents aim to drive listed companies' high-quality environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. It will help companies to build a corporate structure. Shanghai Stock Exchange released on Jan 17 a set of two documents concerning sustainability reporting guidance, aiming to drive listed companies' high-quality environmental, social, and governance (ES...[+120 chars] 2025-01-22T00:00:00 Soccer-English Football League bolsters Green Club sustainability scheme The Star https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/22/SoccerEnglish_Football_League_bolsters_Green_Club_sustainabi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The EFL has updated its innovative ""Green Club"" scheme aimed at reducing the environmental impact of its 72 member clubs. Read full story at: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/en/news/article-news/details/English-football-league-renews-green-club-scheme-to-reduce-environmental-impact-of-72-member-clubs-with-new-initiative." "LONDON (Reuters) - The English Football League (EFL) has updated its innovative ""Green Club"" scheme aimed at reducing the environmental impact of its 72 member clubs. Read full story" 2025-01-22T00:00:00 Trump exit from Paris Agreement means NZ must rally with world to save climate The Daily Blog https://thedailyblog.co.nz/2025/01/22/trump-exit-from-paris-agreement-means-nz-must-rally-with-world-to-save-climate-greenpeace https://thedailyblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Unknown-3-3.png NZ en Greenpeace is calling on Christopher Luxon to commit to a strong new climate target in light of Donald Trump's announcement that he will pull the United States out of the Paris Agreement. The dairy industry is New Zealand's worst climate polluter and a major source of methane emissions. .tdi_100.td-a-rec{text-align:center}.tdi_100.td-a-rec:not(.td-a-rec-no-translate){transform:translateZ(0)}.tdi_100 .td-element-style{z-index:-1}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-img{text-align:left}.tdi_100.td-a-rec-...[+3441 chars] 2025-01-22T00:00:00 Saudi Arabia's Commercial Records Up by 60% in 2024 https://cairoscene.com/Buzz/Saudi-Arabia-s-Commercial-Records-Up-by-60-in-2024 https://cairoscene.com/Content/Admin/Uploads/Articles/ArticlesMainPhoto/1166143/1d5b37f0-508f-4ac3-aa6a-4ee532a2e89b.jpg EG en The Ministry of Commerce announced a 60% increase in records in 2024, reaching 521,969 compared to 368,038 in 2023. The increase reflects the Kingdom's efforts towards economic diversification. The New Companies Law introduced reforms to facilitate business function in Saudi Arabia in early 2023 was a key driving factor behind this increase. "With the total number standing at around 1,606,169, this increase in commercial records reflects the Kingdom's efforts towards economic diversification. The Ministry of Commerce announced a 60% increa...[+518 chars]" 2025-01-21T23:44:48 Gen Z Cares About Sustainability: Make Your Brand Actions Tangible Jeff Fromm https://www.forbes.com/sites/jefffromm/2025/01/21/gen-z-cares-about-sustainability-make-your-brand-actions-tangible https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/678f22077c011d5edb12ad07/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en According to McKinsey, Gen Z is de-emphasizing sustainability in its purchasing decisions. 75% of companies operating in the sustainability sector are not ready for regulation or ESG data assurance. Marketing needs to focus on creating impact at the brand level, demonstrating tangible benefits for people and planet. (Original Caption) Cleveland, Ohio: Protesting Cleveland's dirty air these people donned gas and ... [+] face mask in front of City Hall as a citizens revolt against dirty air was underway in council ...[+5890 chars] 2025-01-21T23:25:01 Gravity: $13 Million (Series A) Raised For Accelerating Energy Optimization Amit Chowdhry https://pulse2.com/gravity-13-million-series-a-raised-for-accelerating-energy-optimization https://cdn.pulse2.com/cdn/2025/01/Gravity-Logo.jpg US en Gravity announced a $13 million Series A funding round. Marco DeMeireles, co-founder and Managing Partner of Ansa Capital will join Gravity's board of directors. Gravity works with Fortune 500 companies, global enterprises, and leading private equity firms. It is also supporting the companies that make up their supply chains and portfolios, including construction firms, distributors and metals suppliers. Gravity, a leading enterprise carbon accounting and energy management platform, announced a $13 million Series A funding round, bringing the company's total funding to over $20 million. The funding ro...[+5080 chars] 2025-01-21T23:17:00 State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) Additional Q&A for 4Q and Full-Year Earnings Results Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/state-street-corporation-nyse-stt-231700884.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/6a858c36ea7b8e5ea2d98388a4777302 US en State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results last Friday, January 17, 2025. The news release, presentation and additional financial information can be accessed on State Street's Investor Relations website. The conference call to discuss the firm's financial results and outlook was interrupted after the conclusion of the prepared remarks and during the Q&A session, due to a technology issue with a vendor. The new conference call will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. EST. BOSTON, January 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results last Friday, January 17, 2025. The news release, presen...[+1912 chars] 2025-01-21T23:04:43 Reuters Events to Host Webinar on Scope 3 Emissions Management Newsfile https://www.theobserver.ca/newsfile/237932-reuters-events-to-host-webinar-on-scope-3-emissions-management https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/newsfile-237838.jpg CA en Reuters Events will host a webinar on January 23 at 12 pm EST to discuss Scope 3 emissions management strategies for businesses. The webinar will be led by experts: Gwyneth Rampton, VP Sustainability, Compass Group, Melanie Larkins, Director of Global Sustainable, LinkedIn and Megan Moore, Manager Global Textile Sourcing and Sustainable Analytics, Kontoor Brands, Inc. "Published Jan 21, 2025 • 1 minute read San Diego, California–(Newsfile Corp. – January 21, 2025) – Reuters Events will host a webinar on January 23 at 12pm EST to discuss Scope 3 emissions management ...[+1393 chars]" 2025-01-21T23:00:00 Reuters Events to Host Webinar on Scope 3 Emissions Management Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/reuters-events-host-webinar-scope-230000885.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/205b198e6d476cac1eeaa0931f3e2d33 US en Reuters Events will host a webinar on January 23 at 12pm EST to discuss Scope 3 emissions management strategies for businesses. The webinar will be led by experts: Gwyneth Rampton, VP Sustainability, Compass Group, Melanie Larkins, Director of Global Sustainableability, LinkedIn and Megan Moore, Manager Global Textile Sourcing and Sustainable Analytics. Laura Draucker, Senior Director - Corporate Climate Action, Ceres will be the moderator. "San Diego, California--(Newsfile Corp. - January 21, 2025) - Reuters Events will host a webinar on January 23 at 12pm EST to discuss Scope 3 emissions management strategies for businesses. As business...[+1369 chars]" 2025-01-21T22:18:00 Unigel disclose additional information Unigel https://www.daily-tribune.com/online_features/press_releases/unigel-disclose-additional-information/article_62a4fa21-8cf6-5c3a-9c8c-614d93bdcfc4.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/daily-tribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ce8e883a-edad-11ed-9099-53f77f516e24.png?resize=600%2C315 US en "Unigel Participações S.A. and some of its subsidiaries engaged in confidential discussions and negotiations under confidentiality agreements. Unigel provided such parties with the information in the presentation available on Unigel's website at https://ri.unigel.com.br/en/restructuring-plan/ under the heading ""Blowout Material"" (Jan 25)." "SíO PAULO, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Unigel Participações S.A. and some of its subsidiaries ("" Company"", "" Unigel"") announce that, in connection with the extrajudicial reorganization process, Unig...[+874 chars]" 2025-01-21T21:46:56 UAB organizes forum on enhancing ESG standards adoption //Petra// AF https://petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=67643&lang=en&name=en_news&cat=en_news https://petra.gov.jo/upload/images/favicon.ico JO en "The Union of Arab Banks (UAB) and Association of Banks in Jordan (ABJ) inaugurated a strategic forum on Tuesday. It was titled ""Enhancing the Adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Standards: Supporting Financial Actions for Sustainable Development"". The event saw the participation of over 90 leaders from banks, financial institutions, and economic entities across the Arab and international spheres." "Amman, Jan. 21 (Petra) – The Union of Arab Banks (UAB), in collaboration with the Association of Banks in Jordan (ABJ), inaugurated on Tuesday the strategic forum titled ""Enhancing the Adoption of Env...[+2835 chars]" 2025-01-21T21:27:18 SJW Group Named One of America's Most Responsible Companies 2025 by Newsweek https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/22/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sjw-group-named-one-of-americas-most-responsible-companies-2025-by-newsweek/2042492 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/22/520880.png PH en SJW Group is one of the largest investor-owned pure-play water and wastewater utilities serving 1.6 million people nationwide. Newsweek and Statista recognized SJW Group as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 2025. The company is also recognized as America's Greenest Company 2025. SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Newsweek recognized SJW Group (NASDAQ: SJW), one of the largest investor-owned, pure-play water and wastewater utilities serving 1.6 million people ...[+5827 chars] 2025-01-21T21:27:01 Sharjah Executive Council Meets to Advance Development Plans ANI https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/uae-sharjah-crown-prince-chairs-executive-council-meeting-672 https://www.newkerala.comhttps://one.newkerala.com/images/r/newsdefault.webp IN en Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) held its regular meeting on Tuesday at the Ruler's Office. It discussed Sharjah's development plans, optimization of public service delivery processes, and proposed amendments to police and HR laws. The council directed draft laws to be submitted to Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for final approval. "by ANI January 21, 2025 69 views Sharjah, January 21: Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) held its regular meeting, chaired by Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler o...[+1397 chars]" 2025-01-21T21:26:57 Atkore Releases 2024 Sustainability Report, Demonstrating Substantial Progress to Achieving 2025 Sustainability Targets Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/atkore-releases-2024-sustainability-report-demonstrating-substantial-progress-to-achieving-2025-sustainability-targets/article_d0d2d0d8-352b-54b8-8041-3bbff1b03e1a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Atkore Inc. (NYSE: ATKR) released its 2024 Sustainability Report today. It highlights key highlights in the Company's environment, social and governance (ESG) practices and performance. For the second time, Atkore was recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its exemplary contributions to protecting the environment through industry-leading energy achievements. It published Environmental Product Declarations for a substantial portion of its products. It was certified as a Great Place to Work for the fourth consecutive year and received a Top Workplaces USA award for the third time. "HARVEY, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 21, 2025-- Atkore Inc. (the 'Company' or 'Atkore') (NYSE: ATKR) released its 2024 Sustainability Report today, detailing key highlights in the Company's environment,...[+2518 chars]" 2025-01-21T21:22:00 Atkore Releases 2024 Sustainability Report, Demonstrating Substantial Progress to Achieving 2025 Sustainability Targets Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/atkore-releases-2024-sustainability-report-212200419.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/UDlRGrvzW_A9r2FSgUqpeg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/17ff22458f4c229690002b675aa0eb8a US en Atkore Inc. released its 2024 Sustainability Report today. It highlights key highlights in the Company's environment, social and governance (ESG) practices and performance. For the second time, Atkore was recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its exemplary contributions to protecting the environment. The report is now available on the company's website. "HARVEY, Ill., January 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Atkore Inc. (the ""Company"" or ""Atkore"") (NYSE: ATKR) released its 2024 Sustainability Report today, detailing key highlights in the Company's environme...[+2310 chars]" 2025-01-21T21:16:06 SJW Group Named One of America's Most Responsible Companies 2025 by Newsweek SJW Group https://www.eagletribune.com/region/sjw-group-named-one-of-america-s-most-responsible-companies-2025-by-newsweek/article_0c68c455-4770-59a0-aabe-73ae68925f51.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Newsweek and Statista recognize SJW Group as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 2025. SJW is one of the largest investor-owned, pure-play water and wastewater utilities serving 1.6 million people nationwide. Eric W. Thornburg, chair, CEO and president of SJW, is proud of the company's dedication to being a force for good in the communities it serves. SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Newsweek recognized SJW Group (NASDAQ: SJW), one of the largest investor-owned, pure-play water and wastewater utilities serving 1.6 million people ...[+678 chars] 2025-01-21T21:00:00 5 common mistakes of succession planning Sorayuth Vathanavisuth https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2944922/5-common-mistakes-of-succession-planning https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en There is a need to prepare a succession plan for key positions in organisations. Many companies do not have a formal emergency CEO succession plan in place. Succession planning is not a board priority. It is not always easy to find a capable successor. It can be costly financially. Imagine that, out of the blue, your top executive resigns and your company is left with the urgent task of finding a capable replacement in no time. Or, your board decides to fire the CEO and your com...[+4950 chars] 2025-01-21T20:11:26 Cintas Corporation Releases Its Fiscal Year 2024 Sustainability Report Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/cintas-corporation-releases-its-fiscal-year-2024-sustainability-report/article_b672465c-4b4c-55e0-9a89-b849d21694c7.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/91/c91a804c-9d6a-56bb-940f-68d4ec04c46e/6790017890e4d.image.jpg?crop=1920%2C1008%2C0%2C35&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Cintas Corporation has published its latest Sustainability Report. The report details the company's sustainability ambitions in the Fiscal Year 2024, which ended May 31, 2024. Cintas is a company traded on Nasdaq: CTAS and is headquartered in Cincinnati. "CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 21, 2025-- Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today published its latest Sustainability Report, detailing the company's sustainability ambitions in the Fiscal Year 2024...[+27 chars]" 2025-01-21T19:52:00 Alliance Bank Survey: ESG Awareness Among SMEs Grows By 60 Pct BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2385253 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/64b5e3f16e21bda57106648a8c880021673485d8dc6eb MY en Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd's latest survey shows a sixfold increase in environmental, social and governance (ESG) awareness among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia. The awareness rate has surged from 14 per cent to 80 per cent over the past two years. SUBANG, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd's latest environmental, social and governance (ESG) survey has indicated a sixfold increase in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) awaren...[+1681 chars] 2025-01-21T19:44:47 Puzder On Stakeholder Capitalism: A Tyranny For The Good Of Its Victims https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2025/01/21/puzder_on_stakeholder_capitalism_a_tyranny_for_the_good_of_its_victims.html https://assets.realclear.com/images/67/675749_5_.jpg US en "Andrew Walworth spoke to Andrew F. Puzder about his new book, ""A Tyranny for the Good of its Victims: The Ugly Truth about Stakeholder Capitalism"". He argues that the investment firms BlackRock, State Street, and Vanguard impose their political agendas on public companies to the detriment of the American economy. He ran a publicly traded company for 17 years." "Andrew Walworth spoke to Andrew F. Puzder about his new book, ""A Tyranny for the Good of its Victims: The Ugly Truth about Stakeholder Capitalism,"" which makes the case that BlackRock, State Street, V...[+3035 chars]" 2025-01-21T19:28:00 Why Professional Service Firms Are Key To Unlocking Sustainability Mary Johnstone-Louis https://www.forbes.com/sites/maryjohnstone-louis/2025/01/21/why-professional-service-firms-are-key-to-unlocking-sustainability https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/678ff096a6d0ab2e2052937f/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en "As the race to net zero enters a crucial stage, a new concept is gaining traction among business leaders: ""serviced emissions"". The UN Climate Champions Professional Service Providers Working Group defines serviced emissions as GHG emissions arising from – or impacted by – client activities informed and/or enabled by professional service providers. Consultancies, law firms, and similar companies are in the spotlight as their activities influence their clients' operations and their emissions." "Businessperson holding green scrap paper ball with world map. As the race to net zero enters a crucial stage, a new concept is gaining traction among business leaders: ""serviced emissions."" Corporate ...[+3579 chars]" 2025-01-21T19:11:59 Global best practice takes over NDDC as KPMG submits ‘Advisory Report' as tool for transformation Ignatius Chukwu https://businessday.ng/news/article/global-best-practice-takes-over-nddc-as-kpmg-submits-advisory-report-as-tool-for-transformation https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20250121_200634_0000.png NG en Samuel Ogbuku, NDDC Managing Director, presented the KPMG advisory report at the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt. The report provides the tool for the realisation of the Commission's transition from transaction to transformation policy. It will serve as a guide once the board adopts it. The NDDC Managing Director, Samuel Ogbuku (right), speaking during the presentation of the KPMG advisory report at the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt. With him are the NDDC Executive Director, Fin...[+2685 chars] 2025-01-21T18:16:33 ExxonMobil to Release Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/exxonmobil-to-release-fourth-quarter-2024-financial-results/article_6e13015e-2a2c-513b-9dbe-b85d619a027f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Darren Woods, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Kathy Mikells, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Jim Chapman, Vice President, Treasurer and Investor Relations, will review the results during a live conference call at 8:30 a.m. CT. The presentation will be accessible via webcast or by calling (888) 572-7032 (Toll-free) or (720) 543-0311 (Local). Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) will release its fourth quarter 2024 financial results on Friday, January 31, 2025. The company will issue a press release via Business Wire that will be available ...[+824 chars] 2025-01-21T18:16:00 ExxonMobil to Release Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exxonmobil-release-fourth-quarter-2024-181600293.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/KkyrsjNnS9Xm9MvvKn3ZRA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0yNDE-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/ab3518b09810ba77501b707f5d071ab0 US en Darren Woods, Kathy Mikells and Jim Chapman will review the results during a live conference call at 8:30 a.m. CT on January 31, 2025. The presentation will be available via webcast or by calling (888) 572-7032 (Toll-free) or (720) 543-0311 (Local). SPRING, Texas, January 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) will release its fourth quarter 2024 financial results on Friday, January 31, 2025. The company will issue a press...[+841 chars] 2025-01-21T17:32:01 Delisting: Aso Savings Gets Regulatory Reprieve, Placed On Watchlist New Telegraph https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4061321/delisting-aso-savings-gets-regulatory-reprieve-placed-on-watchlist.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Aso Savings and Loans Plc has been placed on the Delisting Watchlist effective November 14, 2024. The decision was taken by the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) as a result of Aso Savings' unwavering commitment to financial probity and transparency. In a commendable demonstration of corporate resilience and regulatory compliance, Aso Savings and Loans Plc has been officially reclassified by the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) from Delisting in Prog...[+313 chars] 2025-01-21T17:11:00 Malaysia's SMEs To Lead Sustainability Drive BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2385131 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/ddc1ac0547a9fe1b86664342e3f4437d678f64c15074a MY en Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad is speaking at the inaugural SME ESG Start Symposium 2025, themed 'Forward Faster: Scaling SME Sustainability Through Supply Chains' today. SMEs account for 97.2 per cent of Malaysia's business establishments and contribute 37 per cent to the nation's GDP. They also employ nearly half of the workforce. KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's commitment to sustainability will remain a cornerstone of its economic agenda, with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) expected to play a critical role in...[+1843 chars] 2025-01-21T16:52:26 EU demands X algorithm transparency amid claims of bias ahead of German election Tags https://www.naturalnews.com/2025-01-21-eu-demands-x-algorithm-transparency-claims-bias.html https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2025/01/Elon-Musk-Axel-Springer-Award.jpg US en EU demands X algorithm transparency amid claims of bias ahead of German election. Regulators are examining whether X's algorithms disproportionately amplify certain narratives while suppressing others. This issue gained prominence after the 2020 U.S. presidential election. The EU's retention order requires X to preserve internal documents related to future algorithm changes. "EU demands X algorithm transparency amid claims of bias ahead of German election The European Commission has launched a probe into Elon Musk's social media platform X, demanding internal documents on ...[+5734 chars]" 2025-01-21T16:51:42 EZGO stock touches 52-week low at $0.51 amid steep decline https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/ezgo-stock-touches-52-week-low-at-0-51-amid-steep-decline/ar-AA1xBa3r US en EZGO Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: EZGO) saw its stock price plummet to a 52-week low of $0.51. The company's financial health shows concerning signals, with an EBITDA of -$3.27 million and a concerning gross profit margin of 7.14%. The company is burning through cash, with a negative free cash flow yield of -9.78%. EZGO Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: EZGO), a manufacturer of two- and three-wheeled electric vehicles, saw its stock price plummet to a 52-week low of $0.51. The company's financial health shows concernin...[+1091 chars] 2025-01-21T16:38:39 Delisting: Aso Savings Gets Regulatory Reprieve, Placed On Watchlist New Telegraph https://newtelegraphng.com/delisting-aso-savings-gets-regulatory-reprieve-placed-on-watchlist https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Aso-savings.png NG en Aso Savings and Loans Plc has been reclassified by the Nigerian Exchange Group as a 'Delisting Watchlist' effective November 14, 2024. The company was delisted on December 31, 2024, but has been granted a two-year reprieve to rectify all outstanding regulatory deficiencies. "Share In a commendable demonstration of corporate resilience and regulatory compliance, Aso Savings and Loans Plc has been officially reclassified by the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) from 'Delisting ...[+2891 chars]" 2025-01-21T16:30:23 Proposed gender equality targets in inquiry spotlight Maeve Bannister https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8872425/proposed-gender-equality-targets-in-inquiry-spotlight https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/fe5d5f2b-e3f8-4ddc-8942-412558ec3b0a.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en WGEA data showed employers were already setting targets across several different metrics. More needs to be done when it comes to setting targets for indicators other than women's representation in management, according to WGEA's data. WGEa data showed many employers were setting targets. WGEA data showed while many employers were already setting targets across several different metrics, more needed to be done when it came to setting targets for indicators other than women's representa...[+19 chars] 2025-01-21T16:17:06 CACG urges President Mahama to appoint only officials who declare assets https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/CACG-urges-President-Mahama-to-appoint-only-officials-who-declare-assets-1968365 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/853/85375209.jpg GH en The Crusaders Against Corruption, Ghana (CACG) has called on President John Dramani Mahama to enforce the law requiring public officeholders to declare their assets publicly before assuming office. The group cited Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates that specific public officials declare their liabilities before taking office. CACG urged the president to appoint only officials who have fulfilled the requirement. "General News of Tuesday, 21 January 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com The Crusaders Against Corruption, Ghana (CACG), has called on President John Dramani Mahama to enforce the law requiring public office...[+1666 chars]" 2025-01-21T16:04:56 Puzder: The Battle Against ESG Isn't Over With Trump Taking Office Tim Hains https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2025/01/21/puzder_the_battle_against_esg_isnt_over_with_trump_in_office.html https://assets.realclear.com/images/67/675749_5_.jpg US en "Andrew Walworth spoke to Andrew F. Puzder about his new book, ""A Tyranny for the Good of its Victims: The Ugly Truth about Stakeholder Capitalism"". He argues that the investment firms BlackRock, State Street, and Vanguard impose their political agendas on public companies to the detriment of the American economy. He ran a publicly traded company for 17 years." "Andrew Walworth spoke to Andrew F. Puzder about his new book, ""A Tyranny for the Good of its Victims: The Ugly Truth about Stakeholder Capitalism,"" which makes the case that BlackRock, State Street, V...[+3035 chars]" 2025-01-21T15:43:01 Invitation for Expression of Interest (EoI) for the Engagement of Consultant: Group Life Insurance at the Securities and Exchange Commission Nigerian Tenders https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4061103/invitation-for-expression-of-interest-eoi-for-the-engagement-of-consultant-group.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission invites experienced Consultants/Service Providers to express their Interest for the Engagement of Consultant: Group Life Insurance. Interested Consultants should possess relevant qualifications and experience and should express their interest in the EoI to the Commission. The Securities and Exchange Commission invites experienced and reputable Consultants/Service Providers to Express their Interest (EoI) for the Engagement of Consultant: Group Life Insurance. Intereste...[+86 chars] 2025-01-21T15:05:10 As 2025 Begins, Take a Deep Breath https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/europe-california-69838945a78441ba57d68404ea4e2216 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en As 2025 begins, governments around the world continue to move regulations on climate change and sustainability. Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) will take effect in 2025 for all companies with operations in the EU that meet 2 of 3 criteria (more than 250 employees, +€50 million in annual turnover, + €25 million in total assets). Any company with total annual revenues greater than $1 billion doing business in California will be subject to climate disclosure requirements once the State's rule is finalized. We hope this issue of our newsletter brings a sigh of relief amid all the other news coming your way as 2025 begins. While many trends in climate change and sustainability action are worrying, the goo...[+3285 chars] 2025-01-21T14:40:50 ESG sukuk set to cross $50bn in 2025: Fitch Ratings Nirmal Narayanan https://www.arabnews.com/node/2587267 https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x371_watermarksaudi/public/main-image/2025/01/21/4565831-1299838692.jpg?itok=q1oi0Qel SA en The global issuance of environmental, social and governance sukuk is expected to surpass $50 billion outstanding in 2025, driven by Islamic finance markets in countries including Saudi Arabia. The value of Shariah-compliant bonds focused on ESG bonds expanded by 23 percent year on year to $45.2 billion in 2024, according to Fitch Ratings. RIYADH: The global issuance of environmental, social, and governance sukuk is expected to surpass $50 billion outstanding in 2025, driven by Islamic finance markets in countries including Saudi Arabia...[+2751 chars] 2025-01-21T14:24:00 GeoPark Announces Proposed Offering of Senior Notes Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/geopark-announces-proposed-offering-senior-142400103.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/654225501fb6f3119914c9d9f5c6b19c US en GeoPark Limited will offer senior notes in a private placement to qualified institutional buyers. The Company will use the net proceeds from the offering of the Notes to purchase the 2027 Notes and repay up to $152.0 million of outstanding prepayments due under an offtake and prepayment agreement. This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. "BOGOTA, Colombia, January 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GeoPark Limited (""GeoPark"" or the ""Company"") (NYSE: GPRK), an exempted company incorporated under the laws of Bermuda, today announced that it inte...[+4475 chars]" 2025-01-21T14:02:17 Edible Garden to Present at the 2025 Sequire Investor Summit in Puerto Rico, January 21-23, 2025 Edible Garden AG Incorporated https://www.eagletribune.com/region/edible-garden-to-present-at-the-2025-sequire-investor-summit-in-puerto-rico-january-21/article_8292fc7a-5582-5eef-9c19-e0cab69cf218.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Edible Garden AG Incorporated will present at the Sequire Investor Summit 2025 in San Juan, Puerto Rico on January 21st-23rd, 2025. Edible Garden is a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, and sustainable produce and products. BELVIDERE, NJ, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated ('Edible Garden' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally g...[+688 chars] 2025-01-21T14:01:50 Climate shift to help boost StanChart income by almost $1 billion, CEO says Virginia Furness https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/climate-shift-help-boost-stanchart-income-by-almost-1-billion-ceo-says-2025-01-21 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/N5TCR3K4IZPKXKFUBHVDCCUSQM.jpg?auth=f3ec8202378d5c9edeb6c79fdb0a7272e6b5adafd8756d42a5003c4f53407a80&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Standard Chartered is set to book almost $1 billion in income in 2025 from business helping clients meet sustainability goals. The UK lender has pledged to mobilise $300 billion in green and sustainable financing by 2030. CEO Bill Winters is speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos. DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan 21 (Reuters) - Standard Chartered is set to book almost $1 billion in income in 2025 from business geared towards helping clients meet sustainability goals, CEO Bill Winters to...[+1857 chars] 2025-01-21T13:40:07 Mahindra Susten Gets SBTi for Near-term Climate Commitment Targets PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-mahindra-susten-gets-sbti-for-near-term-climate-commitment-targets-6582940.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-02-781x441.jpg IN en Mahindra Susten has received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term climate commitment targets. SBTi is a collaboration between CDP, UN Global Compact, the World Resources Institute and the World Wide Fund for Nature. It has endorsed the company's commitment to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 51.8 per cent by FY30, from an FY21 base year. It also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions by 51.6 per cent per megawatt peak over the same period. "New Delhi, Jan 21 (PTI) Mahindra Susten on Tuesday said it has received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term climate commitment targets. SBTi is a collaboration ...[+1912 chars]" 2025-01-21T13:38:10 Mahindra Susten's Bold Climate Commitment: Achieving Paris Agreement Goals Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3233642-mahindra-sustens-bold-climate-commitment-achieving-paris-agreement-goals https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_18_29_17_3321446.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Mahindra Susten has received the green light from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to pursue its ambitious climate targets. The SBTi confirmed the company's plans to significantly slash greenhouse gas emissions by 51.8% by the fiscal year 2030. This aligns with the Paris Agreement's objective of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Mahindra Susten has officially received the green light from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to pursue its ambitious climate targets. The SBTi, a collaboration of leading environmental org...[+751 chars] 2025-01-21T13:27:46 Eskom Eyes One-Year Milestone Without Load Shedding 300 Days Achieved Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3233227-eskom-eyes-one-year-milestone-without-load-shedding-300-days-achieved https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/28_06_2024_13_42_26_6441235.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en As of today, Eskom has reached 300 days without rolling blackouts. The milestone comes after years of power supply instability and challenges at the state-owned entity. Eskom's achievements are moving the utility closer to financial stability and operational excellence. The reduction in diesel expenditure of R16.42 billion has freed up resources for strategic investments in infrastructure and modernization. Eskom's Group Executive for Generation, Bheki Nxumalo, has announced that the power utility is working towards a significant milestone: achieving an entire year without implementing load shedding. As ...[+3479 chars] 2025-01-21T13:26:20 Narayana Murthy clarifies stance on 70-hour workweek, emphasizes personal introspection https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/narayana-murthy-reveals-his-thoughts-about-a-70-hour-workweek/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/2009661737461947.jpg IN en Murthy is worried about corporate greed eroding public faith in capitalism and urges business leaders to fix it. He stressed on compassionate capitalism's necessity for the survival of the rich, powerful and their descendants. He also stressed that corporations can't flourish in failing societies. "Murthy was worried about corporate greed eroding public faith in capitalism and urged his fellow business leaders to fix it. ""Compassionate capitalism is about fairness, transparency, integrity, accou...[+263 chars]" 2025-01-21T13:21:24 Eskom fast closing in on load shedding milestone Garrin Lambley https://www.thesouthafrican.com/news/eskom-fast-closing-in-on-load-shedding-milestone-latest-update-news-breaking https://www.thesouthafrican.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Eskom.jpg.optimal.jpg ZA en Eskom reached 300 days without implementing scheduled rolling black outs on Tuesday, 21 January. The target is one year without load shedding at midnight on 26 March 2025. The performance is putting the power utility on a 'path to profitability', according to Dan Marokane, the Group Chief Executive of Eskom. Eskom Group Executive for Generation, Bheki Nxumalo, says eyes at the power utility are now firmly fixed on reaching a year without implementing load shedding – a target that is just slightly more tha...[+2462 chars] 2025-01-21T13:14:02 PAP launches climate action group, will table parliament motion to support businesses with green transition Fabian Koh https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-pap-desmond-lee-sustainability-environment-climate-action-group-parliament-motion-4886981 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--bbd4N2dQ--/fl_relative,g_south_east,l_mediacorp:cna:watermark:2021-08:cna,w_0.1/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/01/21/img_9002_720.jpg?itok=nmalvkD0 SG en The PAP Climate Action Group was launched on Tuesday at the Singapore Sustainability Academy. It will table a fourth motion on climate change in parliament later this year. It is one of two new bodies formed by the party to address'major priorities for the PAP government'. The other is the mental health group. SINGAPORE: A new climate action body formed by the People's Action Party (PAP) aims to bolster support for businesses navigating the green transition, assistant secretary-general Desmond Lee announced...[+3676 chars] 2025-01-21T13:08:51 As Trump Takes The Wheel, Big Corporations Extricate From DEI, Climate Programs Tyler Durden https://republicbroadcasting.org/news/as-trump-takes-the-wheel-big-corporations-extricate-from-dei-climate-programs https://i0.wp.com/republicbroadcasting.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/corp.jpg?fit=300%2C202&ssl=1 US en Some Fortune 500 companies are dropping race and gender-based programs for their employees and pulling out of global net zero climate clubs. Six of the largest U.S. banks dropped out of the U.N.-sponsored Net-Zero Banking Alliance. The Nasdaq Stock Market filed a request with the SEC to withdraw its 2021 diversity rule. "Authored by Kevin Stocklin via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), After years of applying the progressive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ideological framework to their corporations, executi...[+7962 chars]" 2025-01-21T13:08:06 'Lack of actions' to reduce carbon footprint Alison Stephenson https://www.northdevongazette.co.uk/news/home/1708027/lack-of-actions-to-reduce-carbon-footprint.html https://www.northdevongazette.co.uk/resizer/1200/700/true/2025_01_21/0-1737464858702.jpg--_lack_of_actions__to_reduce_carbon_footprint.jpg?1737464858734 GB en Torridge District Council's carbon footprint hasn't decreased in four years. It will spend £150,000 next year on energy efficiency measures on its buildings, but more money is needed to reach net zero emissions by 2030. The council has two new electric vehicles, but it needs to reduce transport emissions by 90% by 2030 and encourage staff to switch to electric vehicles or offset emissions. A Devon council whose carbon footprint hasn't decreased in four years due to a 'lack of actions' to tackle emissions will be asked to put £150,000 in next year's budget for energy efficiency measures ...[+3559 chars] 2025-01-21T13:02:32 Enviri Announces Update to its Board of Directors Refreshment Plan Enviri https://www.eagletribune.com/region/enviri-announces-update-to-its-board-of-directors-refreshment-plan/article_767992a5-3ca4-553c-8380-3f029333a781.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI) will add two new independent directors to its Board of Directors this year as part of a cooperation agreement with Neuberger Berman Investment Advisers. One incumbent director will not stand for re-election at the 2025 Annual Meeting and the second one will not be re-elected at the following Annual Meeting. PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enviri Corporation (NYSE: NVRI), a global, market-leading provider of environmental solutions for industrial and specialty waste streams, today announce...[+1077 chars] 2025-01-21T13:00:00 Nebraska Soybean Board seeks soybean farmers interested in United Soybean Board nominations https://columbustelegram.com/news/local/nebraska-soybean-board-seeks-soybean-farmers-interested-in-united-soybean-board-nominations/article_eb94bcf6-d53c-11ef-bbe8-5f04e05d3d3f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/columbustelegram.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/e/b9/eb94bcf6-d53c-11ef-bbe8-5f04e05d3d3f/678b0615da7f0.preview.jpg?crop=1000%2C525%2C0%2C71&resize=1000%2C525&order=crop%2Cresize US en Nebraska Soybean Board is looking for soybean farmers to fill two of Nebraska's four director positions with the United Soybeans Board (USB) for a three-year term. USB's 77 volunteer farmer-leaders work on behalf of all U.S. soybeans to achieve maximum value for their soy checkoff investments. Applicants must be a soybean producer actively engaged in growing soybeans in Nebraska and own or share the ownership and risk of loss for those soybeans. "The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is seeking soybean farmers interested in filling two of Nebraska's four director positions with the United Soybean Board (USB), for a three-year term. USB's 77 volunte...[+1573 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:54:33 Measuring impact cited as main challenge for further adoption of sustainable investing Darius McQuaid https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/measuring-impact-cited-as-main-challenge-for-further-adoption-of-sustainable-investing https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2022/01/24163232/shutterstock_2035527743.jpg GB en 68% of institutional investors cite difficulty measuring impact as the primary challenge to further the adoption of sustainable investing. In Asia, 66% of investors feel the lack of supply of quality strategies and products is a barrier, compared to 31% in Europe. Half of investors consider environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors important when it comes to portfolio asset allocation. "Over two thirds (68%) of institutional investors cited difficulty measuring impact as the primary challenge to further the adoption of sustainable investing. This is according to research from Fidelit...[+2947 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:45:37 Net-Zero Investment Initiative Suspends Operations, as Rrogressive Left's ESG Agenda Collapses Just the News https://tennesseestar.com/policy/net-zero-investment-initiative-suspends-operations-as-rrogressive-lefts-esg-agenda-collapses/jtnews/2025/01/21 https://tennesseestar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ev-plugin-solar-windmill_840x480.webp US en Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative announced Monday it is suspending activities. The move comes after BlackRock, with $11.5 trillion in assets under management, joined an exodus of mega-firms leaving net-zero groups. In the past month, six of the largest U.S. banks left a similar group for banks, the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). Critics have referred to NZAM and NZBA as 'cartels' and its sudden collapse follows a series of retreats from other environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. The Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative announced Monday it is suspending activities. The move comes after BlackRock, with $11.5 trillion in assets under management, joined an exodus of mega-fir...[+9668 chars] 2025-01-21T12:41:24 Greenpeace Demands Tax on Wealthy at World Economic Forum Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3233534-greenpeace-demands-tax-on-wealthy-at-world-economic-forum https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/20_06_2024_14_18_17_4477915.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Greenpeace made a bold entrance at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting by unveiling a poster advocating for increased taxes on the super-rich. The group's call was amplified when activists obstructed WEF participants' arrivals in Davos, emphasizing the critical link between wealth inequality and environmental degradation. "In an unusual move, Greenpeace made a bold entrance at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting by unveiling a provocative poster advocating for increased taxes on the super-rich. The poster, displayed...[+433 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:38:08 Saikat Sarkar's ESG Synergy Partners Redefines Corporate Governance With Innovation Manish Saini https://www.outlookindia.com/hub4business/saikat-sarkars-esg-synergy-partners-redefines-corporate-governance-with-innovation https://media.assettype.com/outlookindia/2025-01-21/98cuaw6s/2.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en Mr. Saikat Sarkar, CEO of Genomicslab Inc. established ESG Synergy Partners as a service-based consulting firm dedicated to helping business organisations transition to sustainable practices. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, that include: Sustainability assessment, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. London, United Kingdom,21 st January,2025 : At the present scenario, sustainability is not just a buzzword but also a business imperative. Considering the situation, Mr. Saikat Sarkar, CEO of Genomics...[+4274 chars] 2025-01-21T12:30:00 Gravity Announces $13M in Series A Funding to Automate Reporting and Accelerate Energy Optimization Gravity https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/venture_capital/gravity-announces-13m-in-series-a-funding-to-automate-reporting-and-accelerate-energy-optimization/article_33d69f41-6993-5472-9ba0-832dc8a0f51a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/c2/5c2883a8-c01a-5a7a-a2f2-f03d2fd898bb/678f97014c917.image.jpg?crop=1668%2C876%2C0%2C112&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Gravity announced a $13M Series A funding round. Marco DeMeireles, co-founder and managing partner of Ansa Capital, will join Gravity's board of directors as part of the deal. Gravity is the leading enterprise carbon accounting and energy management platform. "Round led by Ansa Capital underscores industry need for an end-to-end carbon accounting platform that engages overlooked industries and drives business impact SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/...[+521 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:09:35 Ansa, WEX back carbon accounts firm Gravity in funding round Simon Jessop https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/ansa-wex-back-carbon-accounts-firm-gravity-funding-round-2025-01-21 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en U.S. carbon accounting firm Gravity has won backing from Ansa Capital and the venture arm of fuel card company WEX. Ansa executive Marco DeMeireles will join Gravity's board. New investors Communitas Capital and Buoyant Ventures joined the Ansa-led Series A round with WEX Venture Capital. "Summary Companies Venture arm of fuel card company WEX joins Ansa-led round Series A raises $13 mln; Ansa executive to join board Comes as more countries seek emissions disclosures LONDON, Jan 21 (Reu...[+1821 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:04:49 Align Partners Urges Governance and Capital Allocation Improvements at Coway Co., Ltd. Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/align-partners-urges-governance-and-capital-allocation-improvements-at-coway-co-ltd https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/edmontonjournal/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2194083158.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=_FseczHZ3MDMngZ1huVBBQ CA en Align Partners Capital Management Inc. is a shareholder of Coway Co., Ltd. (KRX: 021240). Align Partners has published a presentation calling for improvements in Coway's governance and capital allocation. Netmarble Corp. has a 25.1% stake and wields disproportionate control over Coway. Coway needs to address governance shortcomings and optimize its capital structure. "Despite holding only 25%, Netmarble's outsized influence over Coway casts serious doubt on how effectively conflicts are managed Align Partners urges capital structure optimization and stronger govern...[+4953 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:04:49 Align Partners Urges Governance and Capital Allocation Improvements at Coway Co., Ltd. Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/align-partners-urges-governance-and-capital-allocation-improvements-at-coway-co-ltd https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250121738153r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Align Partners Capital Management Inc. is a shareholder of Coway Co., Ltd. (KRX: 021240). Align Partners owns 2.8% of the company. Netmarble Corp. has a 25% stake in Coway and has a significant influence over Coway's governance. "Breadcrumb Trail Links Article content Despite holding only 25%, Netmarble's outsized influence over Coway casts serious doubt on how effectively conflicts are managed Align Partners urges capital str...[+1798 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:04:49 Align Partners Urges Governance and Capital Allocation Improvements at Coway Co., Ltd. Business Wire https://calgarysun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/align-partners-urges-governance-and-capital-allocation-improvements-at-coway-co-ltd https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/torontosun/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SSG-Taylor.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=232&sig=-4sKYFCKOGBX-t7dtrQOfw CA en Align Partners Capital Management Inc. is a shareholder of Coway Co., Ltd. (KRX: 021240). Align Partners has published a presentation calling for improvements in Coway's governance and capital allocation. Netmarble Corp. has a 25% stake in the company and wields disproportionate control over Coway. "Despite holding only 25%, Netmarble's outsized influence over Coway casts serious doubt on how effectively conflicts are managed Align Partners urges capital structure optimization and stronger govern...[+4978 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:04:49 Align Partners Urges Governance and Capital Allocation Improvements at Coway Co., Ltd. Business Wire https://www.thewhig.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/align-partners-urges-governance-and-capital-allocation-improvements-at-coway-co-ltd https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250121738153r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Align Partners Capital Management Inc. is a shareholder of Coway Co., Ltd. (KRX: 021240) with 2.8% stake. Align Partners is calling for improvements in Coway's governance and capital allocation. Netmarble has an outsized influence over Coway despite holding only 25%. "Article content Despite holding only 25%, Netmarble's outsized influence over Coway casts serious doubt on how effectively conflicts are managed Align Partners urges capital structure optimization and...[+459 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:04:49 Align Partners Urges Governance and Capital Allocation Improvements at Coway Co., Ltd. Business Wire https://www.saultstar.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/align-partners-urges-governance-and-capital-allocation-improvements-at-coway-co-ltd https://mms.businesswire.com/media/20250121738153/en/2358001/3/Align_Partners_Logo.jpg CA en Align Partners Capital Management Inc. is a shareholder of Coway Co., Ltd. (KRX: 021240). Align Partners has published a presentation calling for improvements in Coway's governance and capital allocation. Netmarble Corp. owns a 25.1% stake in the company. Coway needs to address governance shortcomings, optimize its capital structure, and limit Netmarle's influence. "Published Jan 21, 2025 • 2 minute read Despite holding only 25%, Netmarble's outsized influence over Coway casts serious doubt on how effectively conflicts are managed Align Partners urges capital str...[+3121 chars]" 2025-01-21T12:00:00 Perpetual power: Eskom celebrates 300 days of no load-shedding https://www.sowetanlive.co.za/news/2025-01-21-perpetual-power-eskom-celebrates-300-days-of-no-load-shedding https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/fTCZhEI1mwkRR176hhOkAK24CmCFDBuoVcOD6jeS4_oHXaB-qb0ipUaC5dwcH8ZRK5wjaQIfBrUuvqd8nWVNg3nATref497eDCxCFVsgqt9myg=s1000 ZA en Eskom celebrated 300 days without load-shedding on Tuesday. The achievement is the result of the Generation Recovery Plan implemented in March 2023. The group's CEO Dan Marokane said the ongoing delivery of the action plan has boosted business confidence with credit rating agencies. "On Tuesday Eskom celebrated 300 days without load-shedding, a feat they attributed to delivering energy security and inclusive socio-economic growth. The entity's group executives said this milestone ...[+1354 chars]" 2025-01-21T11:56:42 Commissioner-General of GRA, Julie Essiam resigns https://www.myjoyonline.com/commissioner-of-general-of-gra-julie-essiam-resigns https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WhatsApp-Image-2024-04-23-at-8.20.27-PM-1.jpeg GH en Julie Essiam has resigned as Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority. She served less than a year after former President Akufo-Addo appointed her on 24 March 2024. The GRA recorded a revenue performance of GH₵152.977 billion, against a target of GH ₵145.998 billion for the 2024 fiscal year. "The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Ms. Julie Essiam, has resigned. In a letter dated January 20, 2024, seen by Joy Business and addressed to the president through the Finan...[+2001 chars]" 2025-01-21T11:47:53 ASA International Group's (LON:ASAI) earnings trajectory could turn positive as the stock pops 11% this past week Simply Wall St https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/asa-international-groups-lon-asai-114753099.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/d955c22e00ac7bf9c88293b9366ff97f US en ASA International Group PLC (LON:ASAI) saw its share price rise by 11% in the last week. Shareholders have received a total shareholder return of 43% over the last year. The company's earnings per share dropped by 2.1% each year for the last five years. The current P/E ratio is 5.52. Insider shareholders have been buying shares recently. ASA International Group PLC (LON:ASAI) shareholders should be happy to see the share price up 27% in the last quarter. But that doesn't change the fact that the returns over the last half decade have ...[+3268 chars] 2025-01-21T11:30:00 As Trump Takes The Wheel, Big Corporations Extricate From DEI, Climate Programs Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-takes-wheel-big-corporations-extricate-dei-climate-programs https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-01/corp.JPG?itok=36K6zKVJ BG en Some Fortune 500 companies are canceling or dialing back their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs for their employees. Six of the largest U.S. banks dropped out of the U.N.-sponsored Net-Zero Banking Alliance and Net Zero Asset Managers initiative. The Nasdaq Stock Market filed a request with the SEC to withdraw its 2021 diversity rule after an appeals court recently struck it down. "Authored by Kevin Stocklin via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), After years of applying the progressive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ideological framework to their corporations, executi...[+7597 chars]" 2025-01-21T11:20:00 Swiss campaigners gather enough signatures to submit ‘responsible business' initiative Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/multinational-companies/183000-initials-in-14-days-for-responsible-multinationals/88756132 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/01/928a2a2e9e36064892695c6269975baa2ce898e4-88755979.jpg?ver=c64c3059&fit=1200,900 CH en A new initiative has collected 100,000 signatures needed to force a national vote in one month. It calls for binding rules obliging Swiss multinationals to respect human rights and environmental standards in their business activities and to reduce their climate-damaging emissions. The initiative was rejected at the 2020 voting campaign. "+Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox When the campaign was launched on January 7, the committee had set itself the goal of collecting the 100,000 signatures needed to force a na...[+1578 chars]" 2025-01-21T11:15:59 Ireland's ESG agenda: how to sustainably green your business in 2025 Sarah Finnan https://www.image.ie/agenda/irelands-esg-agenda-how-to-sustainably-green-your-business-in-2025-946655 https://imageirl.imageresizer.io/-s1280x720-q85.jpg IE en Laura McDermott is the founder and CEO of Colectivo, a collective of global experts that help organisations make effective transitions to more impact-driven business models. Aoife McNamara is an Irish designer. In 2024, Ireland introduced sustainability reporting at a very rigorous level. In Spain, CSRD has been around for 6-7 years. With so much talk about sustainability, and acronyms like ESG and CSRD being bandied about, it can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to making a shift to being a more responsible busin...[+5117 chars] 2025-01-21T11:11:23 Ensure your appointees declare their assets - Crusaders Against Corruption to Mahama Maxwell Nyagamago https://www.pulse.com.gh/articles/news/ensure-your-appointees-declare-their-assets-crusaders-against-corruption-to-mahama-2025012111112308855 https://image.api.sportal365.com/process//smp-images-production/pulse.com.gh/14012025/4afb709c-e637-453e-a384-6247ab7672d1.jpg GH en CACG urges President to swear into office only those who declare their assets and liabilities. CACG believes this is critical for combating corruption and fostering transparency and accountability in governance in Ghana.  CACGs urges the President to ensure strict adherence to this legal obligation. As the President of Ghana, CACG implores you to ensure strict adherence to this legal obligation by swearing into office only those who have declared their assets and liabilities. Enforcing asset decl...[+123 chars] 2025-01-21T11:02:07 QuantaSing Announces Changes in Composition of Board Quanta Sing Group Limited https://www.eagletribune.com/region/quantasing-announces-changes-in-composition-of-board/article_e09f61ed-fef1-549a-a4d0-3e245df86334.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en QuantaSing Group Limited (NASDAQ: QSG) announced changes in the composition of its board of directors. Mr. Chenyang Wei has resigned as a director effective upon January 21, 2025 for personal reasons. Mr Wei has confirmed that he has no disagreement with the Board. BEIJING, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QuantaSing Group Limited (NASDAQ: QSG) ('QuantaSing' or the 'Company'), a leading lifestyle solution provider empowering adults to live better and longer, to...[+602 chars] 2025-01-21T11:00:46 Story from BR Studio: How e-procurement tools help companies support sustainable purchasing goals Amazon Business https://www.usatoday.com/story/sponsor-story/br-studio/2025/01/21/how-e-procurement-tools-help-companies-support-sustainable-purchasing-goals/77771668007 https://www.usatoday.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/17/USAT/77771280007-br-studio-article-56-1.jpg?crop=7007,3943,x0,y364&width=3200&height=1801&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en According to Amazon Business's 2025 State of Procurement report, 62% of decision-makers and 67% of leaders now rank improving sustainability in procurement as a very important priority. More than a third of organizations look at sustainable practices such as energy or packaging when evaluating potential suppliers. Environmental, social and governance (ESG) and corporate social responsibility (CSR) mandates are seen as the biggest external challenge to procurement operations for leaders. E-procurement tools are vital to achieving the right mix of sustainable procurement and saving money. Amazon Business offers its Guided Buying tool to help procurement teams meet their sustainability objectives. "How e-procurement tools help companies support sustainable purchasing goals Sustainable sourcing is becoming increasingly important in how businesses procure goods and services, as the drive towards r...[+5689 chars]" 2025-01-21T10:48:20 GRA Commissioner-General Julie Essiam resigns https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/GRA-Commissioner-General-Julie-Essiam-resigns-1968294 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/229/22919538.jpg GH en Julie Essiam has resigned from her position as Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority. She was appointed by former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on March 24, 2024. She had previously led the GRA's Support Services Division. "Business News of Tuesday, 21 January 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Ms. Julie Essiam, has officially resigned from her position. Her resig...[+2201 chars]" 2025-01-21T10:30:00 Big banks quit climate change groups before Trump's term Eshe Nelson https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/big-banks-quit-climate-change-groups-before-trump-s-term/ar-AA1xzVul US en Six largest U.S. banks, including JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs, left the Net Zero Banking Alliance. BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, quit a similar initiative. The Federal Reserve withdrew from a network of regulators studying climate change risk. The departures follow a pattern of steps taken by business leaders to avoid collision with the Trump administration. As the second presidency of Donald Trump begins, America's largest banks and asset managers have abandoned one of the most overt symbols of their commitment to reaching green goals: climate action net...[+5049 chars] 2025-01-21T10:13:50 Greenpeace Calls for Super-Rich Tax at World Economic Forum Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/3233252-greenpeace-calls-for-super-rich-tax-at-world-economic-forum https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/26_08_2020_19_45_56_5544402.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Greenpeace made a bold appeal at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting on Tuesday. Two volunteers displayed a significant yellow banner, reading 'Tax the super rich. Fund a just & green future.' Greenpeace, led by executive director Mads Christensen, aims to expose environmental issues through peaceful confrontations. "In a bold move on Tuesday, Greenpeace made a striking appeal at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, urging the taxing of the super-rich to fund environmental initiatives. Two volunteers displayed...[+413 chars]" 2025-01-21T10:04:28 Axi Launches New Edge Score Explainer to Empower Traders with Personalised Insights and Performance Tracking Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/axi-launches-new-edge-score-explainer-to-empower-traders-with-personalised-insights-and-performance-tracking https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/dacbb4d6d68d06d07a0d4253aaa78393?s=70&d=mp CA en Axi, a global provider of online trading services, has launched the Edge Score Explainer for its Axi Select program to help traders improve their trading performance. The program was launched by Axi last year to empower traders by offering them a pathway to access capital funding up to $1,000,000 USD and facilitating their progression into professional trading. "Published Jan 21, 2025 • 2 minute read SYDNEY, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Axi, a leading global provider of online trading services, is excited to announce the launch of a new and enhanced featu...[+3687 chars]" 2025-01-21T09:50:06 Corporate giants at Davos give up the game Robert Reich https://www.alternet.org/corporate-giants-at-davos-give-up-the-game https://www.alternet.org/media-library/delegates-to-the-world-economic-forum-watch-u-s-president-donald-trump-delivering-his-speech-during-his-presidential-inaugurati.jpg?id=55722601&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C390%2C0%2C391 US en The World Economic Forum begins its 54th annual confab of CEOs and billionaires this week in Davos, Switzerland. Since its inception, the confab has justified itself by embracing 'corporate social responsibility'. This time, few if any sessions will be devoted to ESG or DEI. The CEOs who used to trumpet their corporate social responsibility won't do so this year. The World Economic Forum begins its 54th annual confab of CEOs and billionaires this week in Davos, Switzerland. Among its attendees are some who attended Trump's inauguration yesterday to kiss his de...[+3874 chars] 2025-01-21T09:49:32 Malaysia's palm oil sustainability efforts lauded by EU Azanis Shahila Aman https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/01/1164198/malaysias-palm-oil-sustainability-efforts-lauded-eu https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/eyu21_NSTfield_image_socialmedia.var_1737452965.jpg MY en Jessika Roswall, EU commissioner for environment, water resilience and competitive circular economy, met with Plantations and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani in Brussels today. They discussed Malaysia's commitment to global sustainability and the country's progress in enhancing its palm oil industry's practices. Roswall oversees the enforcement of EU environmental laws. "KUALA LUMPUR: A senior European Union (EU) official has acknowledged the significant strides Malaysia has made in ensuring sustainability in the palm oil sector. Plantations and Commodities Minister D...[+1723 chars]" 2025-01-21T09:14:02 Frasers Property Thailand first property company in Thailand with SBTi-validated near-term greenhouse gas reduction targets Plentisoft https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/frasers-property-thailand-first-property-company-in-thailand-with-sbti-validated-near-term-greenhouse-gas-reduction-targets-1034212183 https://www.frasersproperty.co.th/storage/updates/company-news/2025/01/20250108-134225-1.jpg US en Frasers Property (Thailand) Public Company Limited is the first real estate company in Thailand to receive validation from the Science Based Targets initiative for its near-term greenhouse gas reduction targets. FPT aims to reduce direct greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 and net-zero carbon across Scopes 1, 2 and 3 by 2050. It also aims for 85% of its managed assets to be certified or in the process of obtaining green building certification by 2030. "BANGKOK, January 10, 2025 -- Frasers Property (Thailand) Public Company Limited or ""FPT"" has received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term greenhouse gas reduc...[+3637 chars]" 2025-01-21T09:07:52 National recognition for sustainability strategy Mark Dodds https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/business/national-recognition-for-sustainability-strategy-4952487 https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjczMjgzNzlkLWIxZDUtNDdlNy05ZjUwLTY3ZDI3OWFlNDEzODpjNDhkMzg4YS04NTJjLTQyNjEtOTM4OS1lYjNhMGIxODA2Mzc=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Green law firm Roythornes has been shortlisted in the 'Best Environmental/Sustainability Strategy' category of the Legal 500 ESG awards. The firm has made significant investments to reduce their impact on the planet including installing solar panels on their office roofs, installing EV charging points for staff and more environmentally friendly heating and ventilation systems. "Green law firm Roythornes is celebrating another sustainability success after being shortlisted in a national award for their sustainability strategy. The Legal 500 ESG awards recognise firms across t...[+1457 chars]" 2025-01-21T09:02:37 The jig is up Robert Reich https://robertreich.substack.com/p/the-jig-is-up https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3eab3bb-9e1a-4c38-a939-06d7ea3626e8_3500x2567.jpeg US en The World Economic Forum begins its 54th annual confab of CEOs and billionaires this week in Davos, Switzerland. Since its inception, the confab has justified itself by embracing 'corporate social responsibility' and 'environmental, social, and governance' (ESG) and 'DEI' (diversity, equity, and inclusion). This time, few if any sessions will be devoted to ESG or DEI. The CEOs who used to trumpet their corporate social responsibility won't do so this year. JPMorganChase and Goldman Sachs have departed their Net-Zero Banking Alliance. "Friends, The World Economic Forum begins its 54th annual confab of CEOs and billionaires this week in Davos, Switzerland. Among its attendees are some who attended Trump's inauguration yesterday to ki...[+3664 chars]" 2025-01-21T09:00:00 Suggested mechanisms for successful carbon market Song Hà https://vneconomy.vn/suggested-mechanisms-for-successful-carbon-market.htm https://media.vneconomy.vn/640x360/images/upload/2025/01/21/thi-truong-carbon.jpg VN en Vietnam is set to launch a pilot program in 2025, with full implementation expected by 2028. Many businesses still lack understanding and interest in the Emissions Trading System (ETS) and the carbon market. The lack of expertise hinders businesses' ability to formulate effective strategies and implement emissions reduction measures. Taking part in a carbon market presents significant challenges for many businesses, including complex administrative procedures, limited financial resources for investment, and a shortage of specializ...[+9164 chars] 2025-01-21T08:44:19 Epsilon Carbon Launches Terrablack, a High-Performing and Environment Friendly Recovered Carbon Black for the Tire and Non-Tire Industries Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/epsilon-carbon-launches-terrablack-a-high-performing-and-environment-friendly-recovered-carbon-black-for-the/article_8247000e-6b7d-5e94-9704-1ff85035090e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Epsilon Carbon announces the launch of Terrablack, a product line that aims to shape the carbon black sector with sustainability at its core. The unveiling took place in the presence of Mr. Sajjan Jindal, Chairman and MD – JSW Group, Mr. Vikram Handa, Managing Director - Epsilon Carbon and Mr. Desh Deepak Misra, President - Carbon Black business. Epsilon Carbon, a global leader in the carbon black industry, announces the launch of Terrablack, a product line that aims to shape the carbon black sector with sustainability at its core. The unveili...[+296 chars] 2025-01-21T08:41:59 Meta, X, and YouTube adopt updated EU code to combat online hate speech Monitoring Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/01/21/meta-x-and-youtube-adopt-updated-eu-code-to-combat-online-hate-speech https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Oil-imports.jpg PK en Major tech companies have committed to addressing online hate speech more robustly under an updated code of conduct. The code is aligned with EU tech regulations. It includes platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat, TikTok, Twitch, and Microsoft-hosted services. Public and non-profit entities with expertise in hate speech will oversee content moderation processes. Major tech companies, including Meta's Facebook, Elon Musk's X, and Google's YouTube, have committed to addressing online hate speech more robustly under an updated code of conduct now aligned with EU...[+1451 chars] 2025-01-21T08:38:00 Shree Cements stock price 0.17 per cent as Sensex ETMarkets.com https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/stock-watch/shree-cements-stock-price-0-17-per-cent-as-sensex/articleshow/117415388.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-83209716,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-107089,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Shree Cements Ltd. shares rose 0.17% to Rs 25111.30 at 10:38AM hours (IST) on Tuesday. The stock hit an intraday high of Rs 25541.25 and a low of Rs 25050.75 during the session. The beta value, which measures its volatility in relation to the broader market, stood at 1.1597. "Shares of Shree Cements Ltd. 0.17 per cent to Rs 25111.30 at 10:38AM hours (IST) on Tuesday. Earlier in the day, the stock saw a gap down start to the session. As per data available on BSE , total tra...[+4469 chars]" 2025-01-21T08:35:56 Guyanese ready to take on greater roles in oil and gas industry Feona Morrison https://guyanachronicle.com/2025/01/21/guyanese-ready-to-take-on-greater-roles-in-oil-and-gas-industry https://guyanachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Nichola-Deygoo-Boyer.jpg GY en Guyana's enactment of the Local Content Act in December 2021 has created opportunities in as many as 40 categories of work. Businessman Nicholas Deygoo-Boyer believes the law has helped Guyanese workers and companies take on more substantial roles within the oil and gas sector. He believes fronting undermines the law's intent and the need to expand the 40 protected areas. "–VESHI Director; praises Local Content Act, anticipates expansion of protected areas, safeguards against fronting SINCE Guyana's enactment of the Local Content Act in December 2021, the country has wi...[+4219 chars]" 2025-01-21T08:35:45 Australian directors brace for Trump's DEI dismantling Patrick Durkin https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/workplace/australian-directors-brace-for-trump-s-dei-dismantling-20250121-p5l62k https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.2747%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/09151520521c237b3766ed65099d683189a5ebeb AU en Australian company directors are not willing to backtrack on gender diversity and inclusion policies. They are bracing for a growing employee and customer-led pushback against progressive workplace initiatives. Donald Trump launched his second term by vowing to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs and withdraw from the Paris climate deal. Australian company directors are not willing to backtrack on gender diversity and inclusion policies but are bracing for a growing employee and customer-led pushback against progressive workplace init...[+295 chars] 2025-01-21T08:29:39 Procter & Gamble Stock In Focus Ahead of Q2 Earnings: Retail Sentiment Slips Stocktwits Inc https://newsable.asianetnews.com/markets/procter-gamble-stock-in-focus-ahead-of-q2-earnings-retail-sentiment-slips-sqfjlf https://static-gi.asianetnews.com/images/external/image-5d53f891-268b-4bc5-a6a7-d013555f4fe1_1200x630xt.jpg IN en Procter & Gamble will report second-quarter earnings on Wednesday. Wall Street analysts expect the company to post about $1.86 in earnings per share on revenues of $21.57 billion. Stifel reduced the price target on the consumer giant from $167 to $161 with a 'Hold' rating. Barclays lowered the target to $155 from $163. Shares of consumer packaged goods giant Procter & Gamble Co. (PG) was in the spotlight on Friday evening trading, ahead of the company's second-quarter earnings, but retail sentiment showed a cautiona...[+1819 chars] 2025-01-21T08:28:22 MainStreet Partners announces winners of ESG and sustainability awards Tom Browne https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/mainstreet-partners-announces-winners-of-esg-and-sustainability-awards https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2025/01/21082735/ESG-3.jpg GB en MainStreet Partners has announced the winners of its 2025 ESG and Sustainability Champions awards. The awards recognise asset managers and funds that excel in addressing environmental, social and governance (ESG) challenges. MainStreet's platform hosts over 9,500 strategies from more than 460 asset managers. "MainStreet Partners, a leading provider of ESG and sustainability data, has announced the winners of its 2025 ESG and Sustainability Champions awards. Now in their fifth year, the awards recognise ass...[+2332 chars]" 2025-01-21T08:23:13 Firms should end quarterly earnings reports, Norway sovereign wealth fund says RTÉ News https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2025/0121/1491990-firms-should-end-quarterly-earnings-reports-norway-fund https://img.rasset.ie/001f8825-1600.jpg IE en Norway's sovereign wealth fund is proposing that publicly listed companies should stop reporting quarterly earnings and instead opt for half-year results in order to encourage better long-term decision-making. The fund holds stakes in close to 9,000 companies in more than 70 countries, representing 1.5% of the world's listed equities. Norway's sovereign wealth fund, a major global investor, said today it is proposing that publicly listed companies should stop reporting quarterly earnings and instead opt for half-year results in ord...[+1838 chars] 2025-01-21T08:20:00 Sustainability LIVE Malta 2025: A leading ESG and sustainability event Graph https://timesofmalta.com/article/sustainability-live-malta-2025-a-leading-esg-sustainability-event.1103976 https://cdn-attachments.timesofmalta.com/cde94f2d57bc195f8868687a27a81cc370288671-1737447692-32704eac-1200x630.jpg MT en Sustainability LIVE Malta will take place on February 20, 2025, at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta. It will bring together business and sustainability leaders and heads to explore challenges and limitations in relation to sustainability while sharing actionable strategies for a more sustainable future. The event has been accredited with 3.5 hours of structured CPE qualifying under Core Competency. Sustainability LIVE Malta is set to take place on February 20, 2025, at the Mediterranean Conference Centre (MCC) in Valletta. This one-day event will bring together business and sustainability leader...[+3081 chars] 2025-01-21T08:13:56 Companies should end quarterly earnings reports, Norway sovereign wealth fund says Reuters https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/companies-should-end-quarterly-earnings-reports-norway-sovereign-wealth-fund-2025-01-21 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/QYB65PQ5OVJJJIAHZES3AP7W2U.jpg?auth=2583db18102adf6f866335b56ae868d7ca39ad6c699a0b5f8860236bb734b9c4&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Norway's sovereign wealth fund is proposing that publicly listed companies should stop reporting quarterly earnings and instead opt for half-year results. The fund holds stakes in close to 9,000 companies in more than 70 countries, representing 1.5% of the world's listed equities. The number of corporations listed on public stock exchanges has declined. OSLO, Jan 21 (Reuters) - Norway's sovereign wealth fund, a major global investor, said on Tuesday it is proposing that publicly listed companies should stop reporting quarterly earnings and instead op...[+1869 chars] 2025-01-21T08:08:51 M.P. Evans Group And 2 Other UK Dividend Stocks To Enhance Your Portfolio Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/m-p-evans-group-2-080851450.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/2182121a565555ad7be8489021f0cd69 US en M.P. Evans Group PLC is one of 63 stocks from our Top UK Dividend Stocks screener. The company operates through its subsidiaries in the ownership and development of oil palm plantations in Indonesia and Malaysia. Rio Tinto Group is involved in exploring, mining, and processing mineral resources globally, with a market cap of £86.42 billion. The United Kingdom's stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices experiencing declines due to weak trade data from China, highlighting global economic interdepen...[+5348 chars] 2025-01-21T08:04:59 Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund Advocates Shift to Semi-Annual Reporting Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3233044-norways-sovereign-wealth-fund-advocates-shift-to-semi-annual-reporting https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/16_07_2024_05_39_56_6148906.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Norway's sovereign wealth fund has proposed that publicly traded companies move from quarterly to half-year financial reporting. This initiative is intended to encourage a focus on long-term decision-making and sustainable growth. The fund's $1.8 trillion value underscores its significant impact. Norway's sovereign wealth fund, a significant player in global finance, has proposed that publicly traded companies move from quarterly to half-year financial reporting. This initiative is intended to...[+799 chars] 2025-01-21T07:55:20 LED Group announces board appointments as it rolls out expansion plan Megan O'Brien https://www.businesspost.ie/news/led-group-announces-board-appointments-as-it-rolls-out-expansion-plan https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=311b4199-941b-8cb9-0983-4599d8e8a734&type=preview&function=original IE en LED Group announces board appointments as it rolls out expansion plan. The appointments follow the group's partnership with Oaktree Capital to drive an ambitious expansion plan and follow the appointments of Megan O'Brien and Tommy Breen as non-executive chairman at LED Group. "News LED Group announces board appointments as it rolls out expansion plan The appointments follow the group's partnership with Oaktree Capital to drive an ambitious expansion plan Megan O'Brien 07:54...[+74 chars]" 2025-01-21T07:53:00 How companies could embrace digital accessibility with help from startups and AI Anna Heim https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/how-companies-could-embrace-digital-accessibility-with-help-from-startups-and-ai/ar-AA1xzbWM US en The European Accessibility Act (EEA) comes into force in June. It requires businesses to make their digital products and services more accessible. Fines and penalties vary by country, but can reach up to €500,000 in Germany. Irish entrepreneur Cormac Chisholm's startup, DevAlly, helps businesses comply with the Act. Sky and The Valuable 500 are showing how businesses can turn compliance requirements into meaningful organizational transformation. "Companies doing business in Europe only have less than six months left to get ready to comply with the European Accessibility Act (EEA). 'An environment where products and services are more accessible...[+5502 chars]" 2025-01-21T07:30:00 Evolution of governance at Eramet after the General Shareholders' Meeting on 27 May 2025 Eramet SA https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/evolution-governance-eramet-general-shareholders-073000799.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/0f39a64ade2a267c1f518deb98bd450d US en Christel Bories, 61, will step down as Chairwoman of Eramet at the end of her current term on May 27, 2025. The Board of Directors has decided to organize the transfer of the Group's executive functions as follows: Chair and CEO will be separated at the General Meeting. The appointment of the future CEO is expected to be announced by end of the first quarter. "Paris, January 21st, 2025, 8:30am PRESS RELEASE Evolution of governance at Eramet after the General Shareholders' Meeting on 27 May 2025 Christel Bories, Chair and CEO of Eramet, has informed the Grou...[+3947 chars]" 2025-01-21T07:22:25 """IPO documents must provide enough information to assess pricing,"" says SEBI Chief Madhabi Buch" ANI https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/business/ipo-documents-must-provide-enough-information-to-assess-pricing-says-sebi-chief-madhabi-buch https://www.tribuneindia.com/sortd-service/imaginary/v22-01/jpg/large/high?url=dGhldHJpYnVuZS1zb3J0ZC1wcm8tcHJvZC1zb3J0ZC9tZWRpYTdiOWEzNzMwLWQ3YzgtMTFlZi04ZGU2LTkzNGIzY2M4YTM2NC5qcGc= IN en SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Buch has highlighted the importance of providing sufficient information in Initial Public Offering (IPO) documents to enable investors to make informed decisions. She was speaking at the 13th Edition of the AIBI Annual Convention 2024-2025 on Tuesday in Mumbai. New Delhi [India], January 21 (ANI): SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Buch has highlighted the importance of providing sufficient information in Initial Public Offering (IPO) documents, particularly regarding...[+2174 chars] 2025-01-21T07:18:30 'IPO documents must provide enough information to assess pricing,' says SEBI Chief Madhabi Buch Class https://theprint.in/economy/ipo-documents-must-provide-enough-information-to-assess-pricing-says-sebi-chief-madhabi-buch/2455115 https://static.theprint.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/theprint_default_image_new.jpg IN en SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Buch has highlighted the importance of providing sufficient information in Initial Public Offering (IPO) documents to enable investors to make informed decisions. She was speaking at the 13th Edition of the AIBI Annual Convention 2024-2025 on Tuesday in Mumbai. Speaking about SEBI's regulatory approach, she said that the focus is not on determining the 'right price' of an IPO but ensuring that investors have access to all necessary data to assess whether the...[+2277 chars] 2025-01-21T06:59:42 Starbucks Stock Rises On Planned Layoffs But Retail Mood Sours Stocktwits Inc https://newsable.asianetnews.com/markets/starbucks-stock-rises-on-planned-layoffs-but-retail-mood-sours-sqfffh https://static-gi.asianetnews.com/images/external/image-1ef8c1ab-8782-4b55-897d-1eb5838b845f_1200x630xt.jpg IN en Shares of Starbucks rose nearly 0.7% on Friday as the coffee chain said it would undertake layoffs of an undisclosed number of employees as part of a restructuring of corporate staff. Sentiment on Stocktwits turned 'bearish' compared to 'neutral' last week when the company also announced the rollback of its 'open door' policy. Shares of Starbucks ($SBUX) were in the spotlight, rising nearly 0.7% on Friday, as the coffee chain said it would undertake layoffs of an undisclosed number of employees as part of a restructuring of...[+1306 chars] 2025-01-21T06:30:54 Green councillors condemn Shrewsbury North West Relief Road carbon increase Shropshire Live https://www.shropshirelive.com/news/2025/01/21/green-councillors-condemn-shrewsbury-north-west-relief-road-carbon-increase https://www.shropshirelive.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Shrewsbury-North-West-Relief-Road-viaduct.jpg GB en Shropshire Council's carbon emissions from the controversial Shrewsbury North West Relief Road are set to double. The amount of carbon to be offset has jumped from 26,711 to 55,904 tonnes. The council will no longer be able to achieve its pledge to be net zero by 2030. The Northern Planning Committee is due to consider the new assessment on 21 January. Green Party councillors have condemned Shropshire Council's announcement that the carbon emissions from the controversial Shrewsbury North West Relief Road are set to double, accusing the administrati...[+3740 chars] 2025-01-21T06:04:25 Applying to become a member of the GYEITI/MSG Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/01/21/opinion/letters/applying-to-become-a-member-of-the-gyeiti-msg https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) is a movement that brings together key global figures from government, extractive industries, and civil society representatives to monitor developments in the extractive sector. In Guyana, membership of EITI requires a commitment to a tripartite committee – the Muli-Stakeholder Group (MSG). The MSG comprises equal numbers and equal powers of Government, Industry, and Civil Society representatives. The main responsibility of the MSG is to supervise, contribute to, approve, and publish the GYEITI Annual Report. "Dear Editor, The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) is a movement that brings together key global figures from government, extractive industries, and civil society representatives to...[+7184 chars]" 2025-01-21T06:01:00 Why Are Procurement Leaders Critical To ESG Strategy And Boardroom Success? Retail Nz https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU2501/S00163/why-are-procurement-leaders-critical-to-esg-strategy-and-boardroom-success.htm https://mc-store1.s3.amazonaws.com/media/nn/beta1-scoop-co-nz/posts/f0JV3sorXRxjec1A.jpg NZ en The report 'Future-Focused Procurement: The Rise of ESG' highlights the importance of this shift in the role of the procurement function in promoting environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. The report emphasizes that procurement functions operating with a strategic mindset are more confident in meeting evolving expectations. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations rapidly reshape the global business environment. This region's organisations face increasing pressure to demonstrate their commitment to susta...[+5291 chars] 2025-01-21T05:30:00 Publication relating to transparency notifications https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6019673 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Nyxoah SA received a transparency notification from BlackRock, Inc. on January 16, 2025. BlackRock holds 1,105,907 voting rights, consisting of 1,065,035 shares and 40,872 equivalent financial instruments, representing 2.95% of voting rights on January 14, 2025 (37,427,265). "REGULATED INFORMATION Publication relating to transparency notifications Mont-Saint-Guibert (Belgium), January 20, 2025, 10:30 pm CET / 4:30 pm ET – In accordance with article 14 of the Act of 2 May 2...[+4542 chars]" 2025-01-21T05:00:00 Issa brothers' EG Group welcomes new man to its board Bill Jacobs https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24870144.issa-brothers-eg-group-welcomes-new-man-board https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/resources/images/18992155.jpg?type=og-image GB en Bob Dennis will become an independent non-executive director of the international operator of convenience retail, food services and fuel stations on February 1. Alison Carnwath will continue to serve on the board as a non-Executive Director. Bob Dennis is a seasoned professional with 38 years' experience advising Fortune 1000 companies. "Bob Dennis will become an independent non-executive director of the international operator of convenience retail, food services and fuel stations on February 1. Following the completion of EG Group's ...[+1615 chars]" 2025-01-21T04:12:01 No Going Back On Reduction Of Carbon Emission In Nigeria Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4059173/no-going-back-on-reduction-of-carbon-emission-in-nigeria.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Chevron Nigeria restated its stand on continuous investment in reducing carbon intensity and expanding lower-carbon businesses. Jim Swartz, Chairman and Managing Director of Chevron Nigeria, stated this in Lagos at the 23rd Memorial Lecture honoring late Chief S.L Edu. LAGOSChevron Nigeria has restated its stand on continuous investment in reducing carbon intensity and expanding lower-carbon businesses, thereby supporting a lower carbon future. Jim Swartz, Chairman ...[+206 chars] 2025-01-21T04:07:21 Major Tech Firms Sign EU Pledge To Tackle Hate Speech Slashdot https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4059096/major-tech-firms-sign-eu-pledge-to-tackle-hate-speech.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en "Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitch, X, YouTube, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Dailymotion, Jeuxvideo.com, Rakuten Viber, and Microsoft-hosted consumer services have all signed the ""Code of Conduct on Countering Illegal Hate Speech Online Plus""" Many of the world's largest tech companies, including Meta, Google, TikTok, and X, have pledged to European lawmakers that they will do more to prevent and remove illegal hate speech on their platform...[+978 chars] 2025-01-21T04:06:23 Walmart facing backlash over DEI policy reversal as shareholders, Dem officials urge them to reconsider Fox Business https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/walmart-facing-backlash-over-dei-policy-reversal-as-shareholders-dem-d74a2ead39c0a0c56d5488283142e9423244bd93 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/dem-ags-pen-letter-walmart-97034124.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1200 FR en "Walmart's decision to dial back diversity, equity and inclusion ""DEI"" programs was celebrated by conservatives, but some shareholders and Democratic officials are pushing back. More than 30 Walmart Inc. shareholders, who represent more than $266 billion in combined assets, called the company's decision ""disheartening"" and accused it of giving into bullying and bullying." "Walmart's decision to dial back its diversity, equity and inclusion ""DEI"" programs was widely celebrated by conservatives, but some shareholders and Democratic officials are pushing back. The retail g...[+1393 chars]" 2025-01-21T03:27:41 Does Glostrext Berhad's (KLSE:GLXT) Weak Fundamentals Mean A Downturn In Its Stock Should Be Expected? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/does-glostrext-berhads-klse-glxt-032741431.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/e18325c660d04f2fe88569956b7babe1 US en Glostrext Berhad's (KLSE:GLXT) stock increased by 2.5% over the past week. The company's ROE is 8.1%, which is similar to the average industry ROE of 9.1%. The company is spending most of its profits on dividends. The industry has been growing its earnings at a rate of 14%. Most readers would already know that Glostrext Berhad's (KLSE:GLXT) stock increased by 2.5% over the past week. However, in this article, we decided to focus on its weak financials, as long-term funda...[+4426 chars] 2025-01-21T02:54:56 Khandre launches KSPCB online meeting module Express News Service https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2025/Jan/21/khandre-launches-kspcb-online-meeting-module https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2024-11-26%2F51pux9xf%2FNew-Project-34.jpg?rect=0%2C0%2C1200%2C630&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en Eshwar B Khandre launched an online meeting module as part of comprehensive and simple faceless services offered by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board. The module will ensure transparency in the functioning of KSPCB officials and speed up the process of clearing applications. The HMT land case is scheduled for hearing in the Supreme Court on Tuesday. BENGALURU: Forest, Environment and Ecology Minister Eshwar B Khandre on Monday launched an online meeting module as part of comprehensive and simple faceless services offered by the Karnataka State Po...[+888 chars] 2025-01-21T02:18:42 ZTE recognized with EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability excellence, ranked among the top 4% globally Pr Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/21/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/zte-recognized-with-ecovadis-gold-medal-for-sustainability-excellence-ranked-among-the-top-4-globally/2041799 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/21/519819.jpg PH en EcoVadis awards medals based on a company's percentile rank, with the Gold Medal recognizing those in the top 5% (95+ percentile). ZTE's exceptional performance places it among this elite group, underscoring its strong commitment to sustainable practices. ZTE has proactively released its sustainability report for 16 consecutive years since 2009. EcoVadis awards medals based on a company's percentile rank, with the Gold Medal recognizing those in the top 5% (95+ percentile). ZTE's exceptional performance places it among this elite group, under...[+2980 chars] 2025-01-21T02:15:50 Big super still supports diversity despite Trump Louise Davidson https://www.afr.com/wealth/investing/big-super-still-supports-diversity-despite-trump-20250121-p5l60f https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.3488%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_115%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/5489df2957fce4bc0f069fecc5ea3b10ec4893dd AU en Political events overseas have ushered in a wave of negative opinions about investors and companies focusing on sustainability issues. For Australian investors, sustainability is about supporting companies to perform well and consistently over the long term. Some are trying to overlay the US experience here, seeking to make these issues political footballs. "Political events overseas have ushered in a wave of – mostly negative – opinions about investors and companies focusing on sustainability issues. Some are trying to overlay the US experience here, see...[+174 chars]" 2025-01-21T02:04:58 To Increase Your Shareholders' Loyalty, Understand What Matters to Them Wei Shi https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/to-increase-your-shareholders-loyalty-understand-what-matters-to-them-6898612d666fa2dca8f01a7b416092b581689da3 https://hbr.org/resources/images/article_assets/2025/01/Jan25_18_1059213084.jpg FR en Executives today face a challenging dilemma: balancing an increased focus on shareholder engagement with the reality of declining shareholder loyalty. Too often, companies fail to address this issue effectively.   . i in this context, the focus should be on increasing shareholder engagement. "Summary . Executives today face a challenging dilemma: balancing an increased focus on shareholder engagement with the reality of declining shareholder loyalty. Too often, companies fail to…" 2025-01-21T02:02:49 Cielo Announces Shares for Debt Transactions Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/cielo-announces-shares-for-debt-transactions https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzNDc5MCM2NzAyMzQ0IzIxODUzNDY= CA en Cielo Waste Solutions Corp. intends to issue 15,451,545 common shares at a price of $0.105 per share to settle an aggregate $1,622.413.10 in debt. The share issuance is subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange. CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cielo Waste Solutions Corp. (TSXV:CMC; OTC PINK:CWSFF) ('Cielo' or the 'Company') announces the anticipated settlement of an aggregate $1,622.413.10 ...[+375 chars] 2025-01-21T01:36:00 Employment regulation? Govt may soon ask private companies to notify all vacancies Hemali Chhapia https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/employment-regulation-govt-may-soon-ask-private-companies-to-notify-all-vacancies/articleshow/117408198.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117408158,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-1926283,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Centre plans to replace the Employment Exchanges (Compulsory Notification of Vacancies) Act, 1959, with the new Social Securities Act to formalise a mechanism for disseminating information on job vacancies and introduce steep penalties for non-compliance. Most companies post their vacancies on employment-oriented social media platforms like LinkedIn. Govt plans to develop a state-specific job portal for companies to list their openings. "Representative photo MUMBAI: Vacancies in all departments and verticals of private companies may soon have to be mandatorily notified to govt, signalling a shift in employment regulation. The Centre p...[+1182 chars]" 2025-01-21T00:59:00 ZTE recognized with EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability excellence, ranked among the top 4% globally ZTE Corporation https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/zte-recognized-with-ecovadis-gold-medal-for-sustainability-excellence-ranked-among-the-top-4-globally/article_13255b71-5e85-5539-bbc0-3c0f22f241c6.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/52/052fb680-c0e6-5c68-a29d-97609f754638/678f4f5089a7a.image.jpg?crop=1920%2C1008%2C0%2C35&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en ZTE has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability. ZTE is a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions. It has been ranked among the top 4% of companies assessed over the past 12 months. It is recognized for excellence in environment, labor & human rights, sustainable procurement, and ethics. "ZTE has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability, ranking among the top 4% of companies assessed over the past 12 months Recognized for excellence in environment, labor & human rights, ...[+948 chars]" 2025-01-21T00:00:07 The right's war on woke is coming for pension plans Lisa Needham https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2025/1/20/2297344/-The-right-s-war-on-woke-is-coming-for-pension-plans https://cdn.prod.dailykos.com/images/1388473/story_image/AP22058077400758.jpg?1737069997 US en Texas District Judge Reed O'Connor ruled that American Airlines violated federal law by offering 401(k) plans that included funds managed by investment companies with environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) goals. BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has billions invested in fossil fuels and runs the largest Bitcoin fund. It's a fund manager, not Santa Claus. "Conservative Texas District Judge Reed O'Connor took time out of his packed schedule of trying to destroy the Affordable Care Act to hand down a genuinely unhinged decision. According to O'Connor, Ame...[+5472 chars]" 2025-01-21T00:00:00 Why Are Procurement Leaders Critical To ESG Strategy And Boardroom Success? Scoop https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/Why_Are_Procurement_Leaders_Critical_To_ESG_Strategy_And_Boa https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "To harness procurement's potential in advancing ESG initiatives, procurement leaders must harness the potential of the ESG initiative, as the report says.   . ""To harness Procurement's Potential in Advancing ESG Initiatives," To harness procurement's potential in advancing ESG initiatives, procurement leaders must 2025-01-21T00:00:00 New GHG mechanism proposed to IMO The Manila Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/New_GHG_mechanism_proposed_to_IMO https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ICS has joined the submission of 47 governments to the final round of negotiations at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) IMSO is calling for the adoption of a pricing mechanism for greenhouse gas emissions for international shipping to achieve net zero GHG emissions. IMO GHG Strategy Implementation Fund should be established. THE International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has joined the submission of 47 governments to the final round of negotiations at the United Nations' International Maritime Organization (IMO), calling for...[+168 chars] 2025-01-21T00:00:00 UK's Bristol council votes for divesting from companies linked to Israel war crimes Middle East Monitor https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/UK_s_Bristol_council_votes_for_divesting_from_companies_link https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Bristol City Council in the UK has to develop an ethical investment policy. The council has a responsibility to protect the environment and the rights of the people. for more information visit: http://www.middleeastmonitor.com/news/stories/bristol-council-has-to-develop-an-ethical-investment-policy. """ data-medium-file=""https://i0.wp.com/www.middleeastmonitor.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-2095095784.jpg?fit=500%2C333&ssl=1"" data-large-file=""https://i0.wp.com/www.middleeastmonitor.com/...[+158 chars]" 2025-01-21T00:00:00 Epsilon Carbon Launches Terrablack, a High-Performing and Environment Friendly Recovered Carbon Black for the Tire ... Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/Epsilon_Carbon_Launches_Terrablack_a_HighPerforming_and_Envi_o https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Epsilon Carbon announces the launch of Terrablack, a product line that aims to shape the carbon black sector with sustainability at its core. Unveiling took place in the presence of Mr. Sajjan Jindal, Chairman and MD – JSW Group, Mr. Vikram Handa, Managing Director - Epsilon. Epsilon Carbon, a global leader in the carbon black industry, announces the launch of Terrablack, a product line that aims to shape the carbon black sector with sustainability at its core. The unveili...[+126 chars] 2025-01-21T00:00:00 Arab Steel Industry Takes Significant Steps in Carbon Neutrality and Sustainability Steel Radar https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/Arab_Steel_Industry_Takes_Significant_Steps_in_Carbon_Neutra https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Arab steel industry is taking steps toward achieving sustainability and carbon neutrality goals. In the World Steel Association's 2023 sustainability report, companies like companies like ArcelorMittal are taking steps to achieve these goals.   . i The Arab steel industry is taking significant steps toward achieving sustainability and carbon neutrality goals. The Arab steel industry is taking significant steps toward achieving sustainability and...[+101 chars] 2025-01-21T00:00:00 Rev. Al Sharpton threatens boycotts for companies ending DEI: 'You took everything' Fox News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/Rev_Al_Sharpton_threatens_boycotts_for_companies_ending_DEI_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en MSNBC's Rev. Al Sharpton called on all Americans to boycott companies eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Sharpton made the announcement at Metropolitan AME Church in Washington, D.C., during a rally in honor of Martin. "MSNBC's Rev. Al Sharpton called on all Americans to boycott companies eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, claiming they are trying to send Black people to the "" back of the ...[+119 chars]" 2025-01-21T00:00:00 Globe renews ISO 14001 certification, valid for 3 years Manila Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/Globe_renews_ISO_14001_certification_valid_for_3_years https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Globe Telecom secures new ISO 14001:2015 certification valid until 2027. Globe has maintained this certification since 2011. Globe is committed to continuously improving its environmental performance and ensuring that its operations contribute to a sustainable future, according to the company's statement. Globe Telecom said it secured its new ISO 14001:2015 certification valid until 2027, demonstrating its continued dedication to reducing environmental impact through effective resource use, pollution p...[+391 chars] 2025-01-21T00:00:00 The Controversial Trajectory of DEI Initiatives: What's Next Get News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/the_controversial_trajectory_of_dei_initiatives_what_8217s_n https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Recently, American enterprises have been actively axing or discontinuing their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, including Meta and Amazon. DEI was once celebrated as a commitment to diversity and inclusion by businesses and organizations, but is now mired in controversy. Recently, numerous American enterprises have been actively axing or discontinuing their DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives, including prominent names like Meta and Amazon. What was onc...[+126 chars] 2025-01-21T00:00:00 Boohoo Shareholders Reject Frasers' Bid to Remove Founder From Board Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/Boohoo_Shareholders_Reject_Frasers_Bid_to_Remove_Founder_Fro https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8L6GdEBmEUY/0.jpg US en "63% of shareholders voted against a proposal by the company.    - in favour of the proposal by a company called ""The Board of Directors"" in the company's board of directors voted against the proposal. " More than 63% of shareholders voted against a proposal by 2025-01-21T00:00:00 Institutions ‘will invest more in UK if climate change risk is cut' The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/21/Institutions_will_invest_more_in_UK_if_climate_change_risk_i https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Three quarters of institutional investors would invest more in Britain if the government did more to reduce the risks of climate change, according to the E3G survey of 100 companies. 82 per cent of UK-based institutional investors are worried about the risks, the survey found. Three quarters of institutional investors would invest more in Britain if the government did more to reduce the risks of climate change, a survey of 100 companies has found. The anonymised survey, con...[+121 chars] 2025-01-20T23:24:34 Walmart facing backlash over DEI policy reversal as shareholders, Dem officials urge them to reconsider New York Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/Walmart_facing_backlash_over_DEI_policy_reversal_as_sharehol https://i.ytimg.com/vi/U2Y8lCzA1U4/0.jpg US en Walmart rolls back DEI policies. The company has not offered a financial or business case for this change in policy. It is advancing 'belonging, diversity, equity and inclusion' as one of four priority ESG issues that offer Walmart the greatest potential to create shared value. Originally Published by:Amazon trims back DEI initiatives, latest company to make cuts Walmart rolls back DEI policies, becoming latest US firm to join growing trend Ford walks back 'woke' DEI policie...[+315 chars] 2025-01-20T22:56:05 'The Big Three used the power they derive from investing other people's money to force compliance with a radical political goal.', by ANDY PUZDER Stephen Heins https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/the-big-three-used-the-power-they https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe4f90b14-95d1-4533-9add-7ae76f363e39_290x174.jpeg US en The Big Three used their power to force compliance with a radical political goal on the American economy, subverting both self-government and free markets. House Judiciary Committee report details how America's largest financial institutions, colluding with climate activists, imposed radical environmental policies on the economy. "The Big Three used the power they derive from investing other people's money to force compliance with a radical political goal. ANDY PUZDER A recent House Judiciary Committee report details how Americ...[+5325 chars]" 2025-01-20T22:26:00 'Planned AGR relief will help Vi raise debt but cash flows to stay negative': Analysts Himanshi Lohchab https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/telecom/telecom-news/planned-agr-relief-will-help-vi-raise-debt-but-cash-flows-to-stay-negative-analysts/articleshow/117406646.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117406679,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-65354,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Centre's proposal to waive off AGR-related dues of telecom companies will reduce Vodafone Idea's AGR liabilities sharply. However, Vi's net debt would still remain at elevated levels due to large payments for its spectrum dues that are not part of the proposed package. "The Centre's proposal to waive off adjusted gross revenue (AGR)-related dues of telecom companies will reduce Vodafone Idea 's (Vi's) AGR liabilities sharply and help successfully complete its debt ra...[+6437 chars]" 2025-01-20T21:53:00 Notification of major shareholding Jan. 20, 2025 21:53 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6019530 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en NKT A/S has been informed that Norges Bank's total holding of NKT share capital and voting rights is below the 5% threshold. NKT has informed that the bank's shareholding in NKT is below this threshold. For confidential support call the Investor Relations department at +45 2169 3591 or the Press department on +45 2982 0022. "Company Announcement 20 January 2025 Announcement No. 4 Notification of major shareholding With reference to Section 30 of the Danish Capital Market Act, NKT A/S has been informed that Norges Bank's t...[+275 chars]" 2025-01-20T21:09:26 Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Schedules Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Release and Investor Conference Call Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/zurn-elkay-water-solutions-schedules-fourth-quarter-2024-earnings-release-and-investor-conference-call/article_32fb0c5d-9da6-521c-b90a-742359a20110.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation will hold a conference call and webcast presentation on February 5, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. Central Time to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results. Chairman and CEO, Todd Adams, and CFO, Dave Pauli, will co-host the call. Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) will hold a conference call and webcast presentation on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. Central Time to discuss its fourth quarter and full...[+211 chars] 2025-01-20T21:00:00 House committee passes bill seeking to ban ESG in Wyoming David Velazquez https://trib.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/wyoming-house-esg-ban/article_17ba132e-d76f-11ef-a5ee-93d31fabe9f3.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/trib.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/7b/17ba132e-d76f-11ef-a5ee-93d31fabe9f3/678eb62558f7f.preview.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en The House Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee passed a bill on Monday morning. The bill seeks to clarify that no state investment funds are to be used by companies engaging in environmental, social and governance standards. It is sponsored by Rep. Christopher Knapp, R-Gillette. It's one of the five pieces of legislation that the Freedom Caucus vowed to pass in the first 10 days of the session. "David Velazquez The House Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee on Monday morning passed a bill seeking to clarify that no state investment funds are to be used by companies engaging in ...[+2388 chars]" 2025-01-20T20:55:37 Walmart facing backlash over DEI policy reversal as shareholders, Dem officials urge them to reconsider Yael Halon https://nypost.com/2025/01/20/business/walmart-facing-backlash-over-dei-policy-reversal-as-shareholders-and-dem-officials-urge-them-to-reconsider https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/dem-ags-pen-letter-walmart-97034124.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en Walmart is the latest company to scale back its diversity, equity and inclusion 'DEI' programs. Some investors praised the move, but others are urging the retailer to reconsider that decision. Walmart will no longer participate in the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index report. "Walmart's decision to dial back its diversity, equity and inclusion 'DEI' programs was widely celebrated by conservatives, but some shareholders and Democratic officials are pushing back. The retail g...[+4598 chars]" 2025-01-20T18:58:00 Despite Opposition, Anti-ESG Bill Sails Through Committee After Changes https://cowboystatedaily.com/2025/01/20/despite-opposition-anti-esg-bill-sails-through-committee-after-changes https://cowboystatedaily.imgix.net/House-Minerals-Business-and-Economic-Development-Committee-IMG_4008-1.17.25.jpg US en Wyoming's anti-ESG bill will move forward with significant changes offered by the bill's sponsor, Rep. Christopher Knapp. The changes struck through whole sections of the bill as well as added the words 'non-pecuniary' in a few places and added more about the term's meaning. Two House Minerals Committee members suggested it is a brand-new bill and should be treated as such. An anti-ESG bill will move forward with significant changes offered by the bill's sponsor after the bill ran into a wall of opposition Friday from several entities, including Wyoming Treasurer Curt Me...[+4834 chars] 2025-01-20T18:46:00 Sebi proposes broader definition of NPOs, expanded activities under Social Enterprise PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-proposes-broader-definition-of-npos-expanded-activities-under-social-enterprise/articleshow/117403017.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117403032,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-107016,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi proposes broadening the definition of Not-for-Profit Organizations (NPOs) and expanding eligible activities to include welfare for disadvantaged groups and promoting arts and culture as social enterprises. Regulator has proposed allowing NPOs to register on the Social Stock Exchange for up to two years without fundraising. Sebi has sought feedback till February 10 on proposed changes to the SSE framework. "Markets regulator Sebi on Monday proposed broadening the definition of Not-for-Profit Organizations (NPOs) and expanding eligible activities to include welfare for disadvantaged groups and promoting a...[+6561 chars]" 2025-01-20T18:07:37 Special 'DIVEST!' film screening at Lewes Depot cinema Gabriel Carlyle https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/community/special-divest-film-screening-at-lewes-depot-cinema-4952369 https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjUxMTllMjY3LWQ2MTEtNDhlOC1hNzBjLWIxNTFmMGQ5MDg3ZTplYmZjZjE4ZS0zMDAxLTQ5MmItYTQ1NS1hYTFlOTM5ZDU4NzM=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en The Depot cinema in Lewes will be holding a special screening of 350.org's film 'DIVEST! The Climate Movement on Tour' on Monday 27 January at 6 pm. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with East Sussex Pension Fund member Sarah Hazlehurst and University of Sussex professor and co-founder of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty initiative Peter Newell. "Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Ground-breaking film documents launch of the fastest-growing divestment movement in world history Sign up to ...[+3560 chars]" 2025-01-20T17:38:00 YouTube, Facebook and X agrees to Europe's new tech rules: Here's what is next TOI Tech Desk https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/youtube-facebook-and-x-agrees-to-europes-new-tech-rules-heres-what-is-next/articleshow/117401681.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117401788,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-135154,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Major tech companies including Facebook, Elon Musk's X, Google's YouTube and others have agreed to strengthen their efforts against online hate speech. The updated code of conduct will be incorporated into the European Union's (EU) tech rules. According to EU officials, adhering to the updated code could influence how regulators enforce the Act. "Representative Image Major tech companies including Meta 's Facebook , Elon Musk's X (earlier Twitter), Google's YouTube and others have agreed to strengthen their efforts against online hate speech u...[+2054 chars]" 2025-01-20T17:09:27 Emera Teleconference on February 21 to Discuss Q4 2024 Results Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/emera-teleconference-on-february-21-to-discuss-q4-2024-results/article_b32e9ca8-e1e4-58ea-88e7-f8b961a17774.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Emera will release its Q4 2024 results on Friday, February 21, 2025 before markets open. The Company will host a teleconference and webcast the same day at 9:30 a.m. Atlantic (8:30 am Eastern) to discuss the results. Today Emera (TSX: EMA) announced that it will release its Q4 2024 results on Friday, February 21, 2025, before markets open. The Company will host a teleconference and webcast the same day at 9:30 a.m...[+54 chars] 2025-01-20T17:03:43 X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube sign EU pledge to tackle hate speech Jess Weatherbed https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/20/24347876/x-facebook-instagram-youtube-eu-hate-speech-dsa-code https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/M6fTZ2Q_Xoji4qMQOBsKG5rQUZo=/0x0:2040x1360/1200x628/filters:focal(1020x680:1021x681)/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25823164/STKS492_HATE_SPEECH_CVIRGINIA_C.jpg US en Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitch, X, YouTube, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Dailymotion, Jeuxvideo.com, Rakuten Viber, and Microsoft-hosted consumer services have all signed the EU Code of Conduct on Countering Illegal Hate Speech Online Plus. Meta, Google, TikTok, and X have each pledged to European lawmakers that they will do more to prevent and remove illegal hate speech on their platforms. The European Commission integrated a revised se...[+1356 chars] 2025-01-20T16:38:49 Exporters group urges compliance with EU rules The Manila Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/Exporters_group_urges_compliance_with_EU_rules https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LYoKP9fEVF0/0.jpg US en The European Green Deal's sustainability requirements will lead to more business opportunities in the European Union market. Exporters have to report their carbon content and pay a fee based on the difference between their country's carbon price and the EU's, and they have to pay a report on the carbon content. COMPLIANCE with the European Green Deal's sustainability requirements will lead to more business opportunities in the European Union (EU) market, the Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (Philexpor...[+178 chars] 2025-01-20T16:25:06 Europe needs to act more urgently on Draghi report, Donohoe says https://www.businesspost.ie/politics/europe-needs-to-act-more-urgently-on-draghi-report-donohoe-says https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=10933e15-804a-5014-a600-6f250d594985&type=preview&function=original IE en Donohoe supports the European Commission's investigation into whether Musk's X social media platform is complying with the bloc's content rules. Draghi last year outlined some ideas of how to lower barriers in the internal market but warned of an investment gap of at least €800 billion. "EU Europe needs to act more urgently on Draghi report, Donohoe says Draghi last year outlined some ideas of how to lower barriers in the internal market but warned of an investment gap of at least €80...[+214 chars]" 2025-01-20T16:17:00 Exporters group urges compliance with EU rules Janine Alexis Miguel https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/21/business/top-business/exporters-group-urges-compliance-with-eu-rules/2041595 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en The European Green Deal aims to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55 percent by 2030 and for the EU to reach climate neutrality by 2050. The EU Deforestation Regulation takes effect on Dec. 30, 2025. The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will be fully operational by 2026. COMPLIANCE with the European Green Deal's sustainability requirements will lead to more business opportunities in the European Union (EU) market, the Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (Philexpor...[+2383 chars] 2025-01-20T16:00:00 Mandatory climate reporting proving valuable for ESG investors Andrew Bevin https://newsroom.co.nz/2025/01/21/mandatory-climate-reporting-proving-valuable-for-esg-investors https://i0.wp.com/newsroom.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-1219995474-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1708&ssl=1 NZ en Last year there were mandated climate disclosures for large New Zealand firms. Analysts say the regime provides valuable insights for responsible investing. Harbour Asset Management has observed a wide range in the quality and quantity of the initial reports from the firms. The firm has observed the firm had observed the wide range of the reports. Last year marked the beginning of mandated climate disclosures for large New Zealand firms, and while there is already talk of cutbacks, analysts say the regime provides valuable insights for responsi...[+202 chars] 2025-01-20T15:30:00 SC Releases Guide For Assist Boards Drive Sustainability Reporting BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2384681 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/109dd73060ba4d1f11eb0a58f92c92415f16ce5c09d34 MY en The Securities Commission Malaysia has released 'Navigating the Transition: A Guide for Boards' (Board Guide). The guide is designed to help company boards adopt the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF). The NSRF is a significant step in advancing Malaysia's corporate sustainability agenda. Large companies with annual revenue of more than RM2 billion started NSRF implementation this year. KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has released 'Navigating the Transition: A Guide for Boards' (Board Guide), a simplified reference designed to help company bo...[+1842 chars] 2025-01-20T15:04:17 SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Social Stock Exchange Framework Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/3232047-sebi-proposes-overhaul-of-social-stock-exchange-framework https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/11_08_2024_08_17_54_2161985.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India proposes revamping the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) framework. The proposed changes aim to redefine Not-for-Profit Organizations (NPOs) to include entities promoting arts, culture, and disadvantaged groups' welfare as social enterprises. NPOs would be allowed to register with the SSE for two years without fundraising. Feedback is welcome until February 10. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has suggested revamping the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) framework. The proposed changes aim to redefine Not-for-Profit Organizations (NPOs) to include...[+706 chars] 2025-01-20T14:32:49 Big banks' retreat from climate alliance an encouraging step toward dismantling ESG Christina Norman https://www.cfact.org/2025/01/20/big-banks-retreat-from-climate-alliance-an-encouraging-step-toward-dismantling-esg https://www.cfact.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ESG-business-people.jpg US en Citigroup, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo have made an exodus from the UN-sponsored Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). The alliance requires leading global banks to align their investments, lending, and capital market activities with the goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions levels by 2050. BlackRock announced last week it was pulling out of a similar UN- sponsored climate initiative: the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative. In clear preparation for President Trump's second term, six of America's largest banks – Citigroup, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo – have made an exodus from...[+4147 chars] 2025-01-20T14:22:45 Indonesia officially launches int'l carbon trading Source: Xinhua https://english.news.cn/20250120/a74bd266f14d454781389b0c44e9e91e/c.html CN en Indonesia launched its first international carbon trading platform on Monday. The country's domestic carbon trade was launched in September 2023. The value of carbon transactions in the domestic market last year totaled 19.72 billion Indonesian rupiahs (around 12 million U.S. dollars). "JAKARTA, Jan. 20 (Xinhua) -- Indonesia on Monday launched its first international carbon trading platform, inviting foreign investors to participate. Speaking at the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) on ...[+1337 chars]" 2025-01-20T14:00:00 Why leaders should ride the 'SURF Framework' for sustainability https://bigthink.com/business/why-leaders-should-ride-the-surf-framework-for-sustainability https://bigthink.com/wp-content/themes/bigthink/build/assets/img/CTA-website-mosaic.jpg US en Two-thirds of UK staff want to work for a company that is trying to have a positive impact in the world. 72% of Gen Zs and 71% of millennials say environmental credentials and policies are important when considering a potential employer. The four pillars of the SURF Framework — Supply Chain, User, Relations and Future — can be used to understand the various positions that lie within pursuing purposeful careers. "Sign up for the Big Think Business newsletter Learn from the world's biggest business thinkers The corporate world is witnessing a rising desire from people to make their work more impactful for peopl...[+7430 chars]" 2025-01-20T13:53:57 YouTube, X, and Facebook to target online hate speech: EU https://tech.hindustantimes.com/tech/news/youtube-x-and-facebook-to-target-online-hate-speech-eu-71737380961148.html https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/img/2025/01/20/1600x900/YouTube_1706786853887_1737381132280.jpg IN en Meta's Facebook, Elon Musk's X, Google's YouTube and other tech companies have agreed to do more to tackle online hate speech under an updated code of conduct. Dailymotion, Instagram, Jeuxvideo.com, LinkedIn, Microsoft hosted consumer services, Snapchat, Rakuten Viber, TikTok and Twitch are also signatories to the voluntary code set up in May 2016. BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Meta's Facebook, Elon Musk's X, Google's YouTube and other tech companies have agreed to do more to tackle online hate speech under an updated code of conduct that will now be int...[+1527 chars] 2025-01-20T13:42:37 Comment: Why 2025 should see a carbon-neutral renaissance Chris Hocknell https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/comment-why-2025-should-see-carbon-neutral-renaissance-2025-01-20 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/3HT2LUKLP5PD7IHF4RC76XEVPE.jpg?auth=9495ca2f87c4ffabf35c2468afd56d86a1d0523940bbe06200cb74bdb7b39f8d&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en November this year a new carbon neutrality standard, ISO 14068, will replace the old PAS 2060, adding rigour to the use of carbon credits and the offsetting process. The idea of 'carbon neutral' has fallen out of favour recently. Many companies are signing up for large splashy commitments now, and will quietly abandon them later. "January 16 - Both 2023 and 2024 dealt a blow to the carbon markets. A flurry of reports dubbed millions of carbon credits 'worthless', causing carbon markets to shrink by approximately 61%. Yet the pr...[+5332 chars]" 2025-01-20T13:12:46 Facebook, X, YouTube To Do More Against Online Hate Speech, Says European Union https://www.republicworld.com/tech/facebook-x-youtube-to-do-more-against-online-hate-speech-says-european-union https://img.republicworld.com/all_images/social-media-1734352645792-16_9.webp US en The European Union has asked social media companies to do more to crack down on online hate speech. Meta's Facebook, Elon Musk's X, Google's YouTube and other tech companies have agreed to tackle hate speech under an updated code of conduct. Dailymotion, Instagram, Jeuxvideo.com, LinkedIn, Microsoft hosted consumer services, Snapchat, Rakuten Viber, TikTok and Twitch are also signatories to the voluntary code. "The European Union has asked social media companies to do more to crack down on online hate speech. | Image: Reuters Meta's Facebook, Elon Musk's X, Google's YouTube and other tech companies have agre...[+1326 chars]" 2025-01-20T13:02:41 Negative dynamics observed for 37% sustainable development goals — envoy TASS https://tass.com/politics/1901693 https://tass.com/img/blocks/common/tass_logo_share_ru.png RU en Negative dynamics is recorded for 37% of sustainable development goals (SDG) and it would be useful to discuss the goals on the floor of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and put forward new initiatives by 2030. Boris Titov, special envoy of the Russian President for relations with international organizations, met with Nurlan Yermekbayev, secretary-general of the organization. MOSCOW, January 20. /TASS/. Negative dynamics is recorded for 37% of sustainable development goals (SDG) and it would be useful to discuss the goals on the floor of the Shanghai Cooperation Organizati...[+1107 chars] 2025-01-20T13:00:00 How a Texas court ruling could crush the left's ESG agenda Glenn Beck https://www.theblaze.com/columns/opinion/how-a-texas-court-ruling-could-crush-the-lefts-esg-agenda https://www.theblaze.com/media-library/how-a-texas-court-ruling-could-crush-the-lefts-esg-agenda.jpg?id=55669168&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C85%2C0%2C86 US en A federal judge in Texas has ruled that employers and asset managers cannot use environmental, social, and governance factors in employee retirement accounts. BlackRock, a major player in the ESG movement, has officially left the UN's International Association of Asset Managers. Every major U.S. bank has now announced that they are leaving the U.N.'s Association of Net Zero ESG Bankers. In a significant victory, a federal judge in Texas has ruled that employers and asset managers cannot use environmental, social, and governance factors in employee retirement accounts. If this ruling ...[+3849 chars] 2025-01-20T12:44:09 Facebook, X, YouTube to do more against online hate speech, EU says Foo Yun https://uk.news.yahoo.com/facebook-x-youtube-more-against-124409363.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/56295133bd0d57280036b3455aef0831 US en Meta's Facebook, Elon Musk's X, Google's YouTube and other tech companies have agreed to do more to tackle online hate speech under an updated code of conduct. Dailymotion, Instagram, Jeuxvideo.com, LinkedIn, Microsoft hosted consumer services, Snapchat, Rakuten Viber, TikTok and Twitch are also signatories to the voluntary code set up in May 2016. "By Foo Yun Chee BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Meta's Facebook, Elon Musk's X, Google's YouTube and other tech companies have agreed to do more to tackle online hate speech under an updated code of conduct that...[+1415 chars]" 2025-01-20T12:43:39 Big Four accounting firms set to miss female partner targets for 2025 https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/01/20/big-four-accounting-firms-set-to-miss-female-partner-targets-for-2025 https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/75W7F6SMXNFVRKKULVP4LJUXQM.jpg?smart=true&auth=a7f4a4f8ba2e27605b7a53709438fdbfbc19a8408fccfae9afa7ec7373e075eb&width=1200&height=630 IE en EY and PwC are on track to miss their 2025 targets for female partner representation in the UK. The Big Four accounting firms struggle to boost the proportion of women in their upper ranks. KPMG and Deloitte have already met their own targets. "EY and PwC are on track to miss 2025 targets for female partner representation in the UK as the Big Four accounting firms struggle to sufficiently boost the proportion of women in their upper ranks. E...[+3223 chars]" 2025-01-20T12:39:21 Tech Giants Unify Against Online Hate Speech Under EU Regulations Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3231762-tech-giants-unify-against-online-hate-speech-under-eu-regulations https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/29_02_2020_17_01_17_7363597.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Major technology companies agree to increase their efforts in addressing online hate speech under a revised code of conduct. EU tech commissioner Henna Virkkunen emphasized the importance of this initiative. The companies committed to allowing expert not-for-profit groups to monitor how they handle hate speech notices. Major technology companies such as Meta's Facebook, Elon Musk's X, and Google's YouTube have collectively agreed to increase their efforts in addressing online hate speech under a revised code of cond...[+1065 chars] 2025-01-20T12:34:35 How Blackrock And The Climate Cartel Forced Exxon's Board To Adopt Anti-Energy Policies Thomas Richard https://climatechangedispatch.com/how-blackrock-climate-cartel-forced-exxon-adopt-anti-energy-policies https://climatechangedispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/exxon-sign-station.jpg US en House Judiciary Committee report details how America's largest financial institutions colluded with climate activists to impose radical environmental policies on the American economy. It focuses on the successful effort to insert climate activist directors on the board of energy giant ExxonMobil. Exxon adopted a net zero carbon emissions policy by 2050. A recent House Judiciary Committee report details how America's largest financial institutions, colluding with climate activists, imposed radical environmental policies on the American economy, subver...[+4067 chars] 2025-01-20T12:22:29 EKI to Cut 42 Pc Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2030 PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-eki-to-cut-42-pc-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-2030-6579960.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/news-default-img-784x441.jpg IN en EKI Energy Services has committed to reduce 42 per cent greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The company has joined hands with the UK-based Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to meet its targets. Its Co2 reduction plan has also got approval from the global climate action body. "New Delhi, Jan 20 (PTI) EKI Energy Services (EKI) on Monday announced its commitment to reduce 42 per cent greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The company has also joined hands with the UK-based Science...[+1386 chars]" 2025-01-20T12:20:55 EKI Energy Services Commits to a Greener Future: 42% Emission Reduction by 2030 Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3231724-eki-energy-services-commits-to-a-greener-future-42-emission-reduction-by-2030 https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/27_05_2024_09_50_59_6466541.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en EKI Energy Services has pledged to slash its greenhouse gas emissions by 42% come 2030. This significant move aligns with the targets outlined by the UK-based Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), a collaboration seeking to anchor emission goals in climate science. EKI has received approval from an international climate action body. EKI Energy Services, a prominent figure in the environmental sector, on Monday pledged to slash its greenhouse gas emissions by 42% come 2030. This significant move aligns with the targets outlined by...[+895 chars] 2025-01-20T12:06:50 Leading Strategic Junior Mining Investor Michael Gentile Increases Stake in Solstice Gold to 16.76%, Becomes Largest Shareholder Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/leading-strategic-junior-mining-investor-michael-gentile-increases-stake-in-solstice-gold-to-16-76-becomes-largest-shareholder https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250120002069r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Michael Gentile increased his ownership stake in the Company to 16.76% via an open market share purchase to become the Company's largest shareholder. Company ownership by the Board of Directors now sits at 38.80%. Mr. Gentile is considered one of the leading strategic investors in the junior mining sector, owning significant ownership stakes in over 20 small-cap mining and mining exploration companies. "Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Solstice Gold Corp. (TSXV: SGC) (' Solstice ', 'we', 'our' or the ' Company ') is pleased to announce that Michael Gentile has increased his ownership sta...[+371 chars]" 2025-01-20T12:04:34 Eric Seddy Kutortse advocates for organ harvestation legislation https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Eric-Seddy-Kutortse-advocates-for-organ-harvestation-legislation-1968157 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/478/47817700.jpg GH en Eric Seddy Kutortse, Executive Chairman of First Sky Group, has called for the establishment of a legislative framework to support organ harvestation in Ghana. The company has invested over GH¢36million since 2016 in free dialysis and kidney transplants, with four new transplants scheduled by the end of January 2025. "Eric Seddy Kutortse, Executive Chairman of First Sky Group Eric Seddy Kutortse, Executive Chairman of First Sky Group, has called for the establishment of a legislative framework to support organ harv...[+1332 chars]" 2025-01-20T12:00:08 EPP declares war on ‘excessive regulation' from Brussels Robert Hodgson https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/01/20/epp-declares-war-on-excessive-regulation-from-brussels https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/08/98/65/90/1200x675_cmsv2_ae029284-ff96-5feb-ab76-dcd6d7f379ef-8986590.jpg FR en The European Parliament's largest group, the EPP, calls for a two-year hiatus on incoming climate, environmental and corporate sustainability law. It also rejects explicit renewable energy targets and demand reduction in the form of energy efficiency requirements. The EPP declares it has a'mandate to lead the EU' due to its status as the largest party in the European Parliament. A raft of incoming climate, environmental and corporate sustainability law should be 'put on hold for at least two years' and its scope limited to only the largest companies, the largest group in the ...[+4069 chars] 2025-01-20T11:59:51 Kaleen Allyn has joined the Board of Wrexham AFC Limited Richard Williams https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/sport/24869089.kaleen-allyn-joined-board-wrexham-afc-limited https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/resources/images/18679318.jpg?type=og-image GB en Allyn has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Wrexham AFC Limited as Executive Director. The Allyn Family became minority investors in the club on October 30, 2024. The responsibilities of two current Board Members are to change from February 4, 2025. Humphrey Ker will become the Board's Community Director and Shaun Harvey will assume the role of Non-Executive Director. The appointment of Allyn as Executive Director follows the announcement on October 30, 2024, of the Allyn Family becoming minority investors in Wrexham AFC Limited through Red Dragon Ventures LLC, who...[+924 chars] 2025-01-20T11:36:32 Selfless leadership, core values key to Africa's development ' Moghalu Tribune https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4057902/selfless-leadership-core-values-key-to-africas-development-moghalu.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Dr Kingsley Moghalu is the President of the African School of Governance in Kigali and former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. He believes that selfless leadership and prioritization of ethical values are indispensable for Africa's development. He made these remarks on Sunday while appearing as a guest on the Toyin Falola show. Tribune OnlineSelfless leadership, core values key to Africa's development ' MoghaluDr Kingsley Moghalu, President of the African School of Governance (ASG) in Kigali and former Deputy Governor of the...[+358 chars] 2025-01-20T11:20:58 Net-zero commitments: Greenwashing or progress? Dr Suaad Jassem https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1165106/opinion/business/net-zero-commitments-greenwashing-or-progress https://www.omanobserver.om/omanobserver/uploads/images/2025/01/20/thumbs/600x600/2902567.jpg OM en Muscat Stock Exchange introduced new ESG reporting requirements for businesses. Sustainability is emphasised as a key component of national development in Oman's Vision 2040. Businesses should make sure their net-zero pledges are believable and in line with Oman's vision. Businesses worldwide have made bold net-zero pledges in recent years, promising to cut or offset their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by a given date. These commitments seek to align companies with in...[+6727 chars] 2025-01-20T11:02:00 ASIC Seeks Input on Employee Incentive Scheme Revamp Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/asic-seeks-input-on-employee-incentive-scheme-1393484 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1462206092226-f46025ffe607%3Fixid%3DMnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D750%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en ASIC is seeking feedback on a proposal to remake two EIS class orders due to expire on 1 April 2025. The class orders currently contain exemptions that support the continued issue of financial products, including relief for secondary sales, advertising, licensing and contribution plans. ASIC proposes some exemptions should only be required for 'underlying eligible products'. ASIC is seeking feedback on a proposal to remake two employee incentive scheme (EIS) class orders due to expire on 1 April 2025: Class Order [CO 14/1000] Employee incentive schemes: Listed bodies, and...[+1478 chars] 2025-01-20T11:00:31 Why you must understand ESG The Independent https://www.independent.co.ug/why-you-must-understand-esg https://www.independent.co.ug/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ESG-Atingi-Ego.jpg UG en Micheal Bulyerali explains why individuals should care about Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. He was inspired by London's ESG Commitment. He believes individuals can have a positive impact on society if they adopt ESG principles. OPINION | Micheal Bulyerali | There has been a lot of corporate buzz around the acronym ESG, which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. This framework guides institutions, communities, an...[+4487 chars] 2025-01-20T10:57:37 Solana Beach climate commission gets name change Luke Harold https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/01/20/solana-beach-climate-commission-gets-name-change https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/DMT-L-SB-CITYHALL-01.jpg?w=667&h=500 US en The Solana Beach Climate Action Commission will be called the Climate and Resiliency Commission. The commission was formed in 2015 and has nine members, including five residents, two science or environment professionals and two City Council members. The Commission's focus will shift to implementation of the 2024 Climate Action Plan and its emphasis on adaptation and resiliency. "The Solana Beach Climate Action Commission will now be known as the Climate and Resiliency Commission, following a Jan. 15 vote by the Solana Beach City Council. The commission, which was formed in 20...[+1320 chars]" 2025-01-20T10:51:07 'Sustainability Improvers' starts gaining traction as AXA IM adopts label across two funds Leah Garden. Trellis https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4397356/sustainability-improvers-starts-gaining-traction-axa-im-adopts-label-funds https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/ce4dd78/9298e8b8-ab77-4606-81c8-76eb09e5db13/2/iStock-1235122414-business-london-city-towers-370x229.jpg GB en AXA Investment Managers has become one of the first asset managers to adopt a 'Sustainability Improvers' label under the Sustainability Disclosure Regime (SDR). The company is based in London and has a $1.5 trillion assets under management. AXA Investment Managers has become one of the first asset managers to adopt a 'Sustainability Improvers' label under the Sustainability Disclosure Regime (SDR), Investment Week can reveal. The... 2025-01-20T10:42:00 Rethinking Capitalism: A Call for Ethical Accountability Kofi Thompson https://www.modernghana.com/news/1373052/rethinking-capitalism-a-call-for-ethical-accounta.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/1128202183335-otjvn0y442-democracy-and-capitalism.jpg GH en As AI transforms many areas of our lives, it's time to reassess capitalism's fundamental principles. The prevailing narrative prioritizing shareholder value has led to unprecedented wealth concentration, environmental degradation and social injustice. By removing shareholder liability limitations, we can create a more accountable and ethical economic system. Shareholders would prioritize long-term sustainability over short-term gains. Corporate governance would be transformed focusing on social and environmental responsibility. As AI transforms many areas of our lives, and we navigate the complexities of globalization, technological disruption, and societal inequality, it's time to reassess capitalism's fundamental principle...[+2010 chars] 2025-01-20T10:32:00 3 Vanguard ETFs to Buy With $2,000 and Hold Forever James Brumley https://finance.yahoo.com/news/3-vanguard-etfs-buy-2-103200985.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/motleyfool.com/c6ae4017a373858357f9e2bfa1d1a05b US en The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT: VOO) is a buy-and-hold investment you have no plans to sell in the near term. The Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF's chief feature is dividend growth. VIG has nearly tripled in value since 2006. The Information Technology Exchange-Traded Fund is a good choice if you're ready to work. If you're looking for a more passive approach to investing but don't want to sacrifice your potential gains, there's an obvious solution -- exchange-traded funds, or ETFs. These of course are pre-sele...[+7335 chars] 2025-01-20T10:00:20 Readers speak: Fundamental principles of CT's utility service issues Letters to the Editor https://www.courant.com/2025/01/20/readers-speak-fundamental-principles-of-cts-utility-service-issues https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THC-L-Power-lines_10.jpg?w=1024&h=681 US en Transparency should guide almost every Connecticut decision regarding utility rates and investment, according to the state legislature. -   .  in 2025 at 5:00 a.m. EST. In 2025, it will be January 20, 2025. Transparency should guide almost every Connecticut decision regarding utility rates and investment. Originally Published: January 20, 2025 at 5:00 AM EST 2025-01-20T09:48:00 EU Backs Revised Hate Speech Code in Digital Act Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/eu-backs-revised-hate-speech-code-in-digital-act-1393752 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=cdn.pixabay.com%2Fphoto%2F2017%2F03%2F02%2F16%2F40%2Fberlemont-2111770_960_720.jpg US en The Commission and the European Board for Digital Services welcome the integration of the revised 'Code of conduct on countering illegal hate speech online +' into the framework of the Digital Services Act. The Code of conduct+ will strengthen the way online platforms deal with content that EU and national laws define as illegal hatespeech. It was signed by Dailymotion, Facebook, Instagram, Jeuxvideo.com, LinkedIn, Microsoft hosted consumer services, Snapchat, Rakuten Viber, TikTok, Twitch, X and YouTube. The Commission and the European Board for Digital Services welcome the integration of the revised 'Code of conduct on countering illegal hate speech online +' into the framework of the Digital Service...[+5539 chars] 2025-01-20T09:14:04 UN experts push for exposing greenwashing, and driving change Graig Nunis https://malaysia.news.yahoo.com/un-experts-push-exposing-greenwashing-091404869.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/FJ87zM66yzW5OpV2mj_70w--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03OTk-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/twentytwo13_546/090762c1d6591707991b19c517cba768 US en Edey Suresh is a director at the United Nations Global Compact Network Malaysia and Brunei (UNGCMYB). He believes some companies today focus on superficial environmental claims without addressing the core sustainability challenges they face. Faroze Nadar is the executive director of UNGCMYb. They discuss the interconnectedness of environmental, social, and governance factors. "When he was a young lad, Edey Suresh (main image), was polishing his shoes until they shone. He felt so proud, but there was a problem. When his father asked him about the hole in his sock, Edey repli...[+6697 chars]" 2025-01-20T09:13:57 Adapting to changing global landscape: Alhaji Ibrahim advocates skills development https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/adapting-to-changing-global-landscape-alhaji-ibrahim-advocates-skills-development.html https://www.graphic.com.gh/images/2025/jan/21/aaaaaaAlhaji.jpg GH en Alhaji Yusif Ibrahim is the CEO of Dara Salam Estates Ltd. He spoke at the opening of the 76th Annual New Year School and Conference in Accra last Monday. The conference was organised by the School of Continuing and Distance Education and College of Education of the University of Ghana. The theme of the conference was 'Attaining the 5-Ps of Sustainable Development for a Resilient Ghana: People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace and Partnership'. "Next article: Declare assets before taking office - CHRAJ charges public officers in new govt Adapting to changing global landscape: Alhaji Ibrahim advocates skills development Justice Agbenorsi Jan -...[+3572 chars]" 2025-01-20T08:05:00 CHINT Launches its First ESG Strategy to Help Global Business Achieve Sustainable Transformation PR Newswire https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/chint-launches-first-esg-strategy-080500518.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/8c1bb7743b7c21267f6f89f6c7af4bdd US en "This month, CHINT unveiled its 2030 sustainable development strategy. The launch was witnessed by thousands of supply chain partners and led by five Chief Sustainability Officers from CHINT's key subsidiaries. The company is committed to becoming an ""explorer, advocate and practitioner"" of green and low-carbon development." SHANGHAI, Jan. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This month, CHINT, a global leader in smart energy, unveiled its 2030 sustainable development strategy, making a milestone in its commitment to a greener future...[+2146 chars] 2025-01-20T08:01:36 Guinea approves environmental assessment for Bankan Gold Project Independent online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/Guinea_approves_environmental_assessment_for_Bankan_Gold_Pro https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7Zed-g6dbZ8/0.jpg US en Guinea's Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development has approved the Environmental & Social Impact Assessment and issued the ECC. The ECC provides the necessary environmental certificate required for PDI to apply for Bankan's Exploitation Licence. PDI is delighted to report that they are able to do so. Predictive Discovery Limited (PDI) said that they are delighted to report that Guinea's Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (MEDD) has approved the Environmental & Social Impact Assess...[+292 chars] 2025-01-20T08:00:11 Big Banks Quit Climate Change Groups Ahead of Trump's Term Eshe Nelson https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/business/trump-climate-action-banks.html https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/01/19/multimedia/19banks-climate1-hzvq/19banks-climate1-hzvq-facebookJumbo.jpg US en The six largest U.S. banks, including JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs, left their Net Zero Banking Alliance in the month leading up to Mr. Trump's inauguration. BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, quit a similar initiative. The Federal Reserve withdrew from a network of regulators studying climate change risk. The exodus comes after years of pressure to ditch environmental, social and governance goals. As the second presidency of Donald J. Trump begins, America's largest banks and asset managers have abandoned one of the most overt symbols of their commitment to reaching green goals: climate action ...[+5101 chars] 2025-01-20T07:30:07 SC simplifies guide to support firms in sustainability reporting framework adoption Asila Jalil https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2025/01/1163646/sc-simplifies-guide-support-firms-sustainability-reporting https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/HQ20231011HQ071_%282%29_1737358194.jpg MY en The Securities Commission (SC) has released a guide to support the board of directors of companies in adopting the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF). The NSRF was launched in September last year and is a blueprint for embedding sustainability in corporate decision-making. "KUALA LUMPUR: The Securities Commission (SC) has released a simplified guide to support the board of directors of companies in adopting the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF). The boar...[+1701 chars]" 2025-01-20T07:12:39 88% of industry respondents call for major reform of global carbon markets https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/20/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/88-of-industry-respondents-call-for-major-reform-of-global-carbon-markets/2041369 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/20/519001.png PH en ZERO13, a GMEX Group subsidiary, engaged with a wide range of carbon market stakeholders on a number of key market opportunities and challenges. The survey was conducted following the November 2024 COP29 meeting, which ratified Article 6 of the Paris Agreement relating to carbon markets. ZERO13 is a cutting-edge carbon market ecosystem powered by blockchain technology. It provides a carbon trading exchange, registry, participants and services orchestration hub. Transparency, trust, digital technology and equitable funding key to unlocking significant market opportunity and addressing multi-trillion dollar annual climate financing gap highlighted by World Eco...[+4054 chars] 2025-01-20T07:00:00 88% of industry respondents call for major reform of global carbon markets GMEX ZERO13 https://finance.yahoo.com/news/88-industry-respondents-call-major-070000052.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/skcSzZmcleInQlHRUUI53g--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0yNTM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/b74d54ecba0b98857d4bd5ea50f29c61 US en ZERO13, a GMEX Group subsidiary, conducted a survey on key market opportunities and challenges in the carbon market. The survey was conducted following the November 2024 COP29 meeting, which ratified Article 6 of the Paris Agreement relating to carbon markets. ZERO13 is driving the next phase of carbon market innovation by integrating advanced technology and championing reforms to unlock new opportunities for stakeholders. Transparency, trust, digital technology and equitable funding key to unlocking significant market opportunity and addressing multi-trillion dollar annual climate financing gap highlighted by World Eco...[+4954 chars] 2025-01-20T06:40:00 KT&G, FCP ‘자사주 출연 손해액 1조원' 주장 명백한 허위 정민우 기자 http://breaknews.com/1086566 https://f.xza.co.kr/http://www.breaknews.com/data/breaknews_com/mainimages/202501/2022101151379372.jpg KR en KT&G and FCP share 12% of FCP market share. FCP has a market share of 12%. FCP's market share is    “ ”’”, “” "브레이크뉴스 정민우 기자= KT&G는 행동주의펀드 FCP(플래쉬라이트 캐피탈 파트너스)가 전직 경영진이 자사주 출연을 통해 회사에 막대한 손해를 끼쳤으며, 그 손해액이 최대 1조 원에 달한다고 주장한 것과 관련, 전혀 사실이 아니라고 전면 반박하고 나섰다. KT&G는 '회사는 기업의 사회적 책임을 다하고, 근로자의 생활 안정 및 복지 증진, 상생 동반성장을...[+3262 chars]" 2025-01-20T06:07:57 The magic of data: How lowering emissions can make millions for business Doloresz Katanich https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/01/20/the-magic-of-data-how-lowering-emissions-can-make-millions-for-business https://static.euronews.com/articles/stories/08/95/44/58/1200x675_cmsv2_7fe45cc0-ea46-56d1-8f98-9226445f13ac-8954458.jpg FR en Sherry Madera is CEO of CDP, a not-for-profit charity that runs a global disclosure platform for climate and nature data. CDP works with some of the world's biggest companies, including Walmart, Apple and Heineken. According to Sherry, the secret to boosting global GDP lies in companies disclosing credible data and setting achievable science-based targets. Managing the environmental impact of businesses across the world could bring trillions to the global economy in business opportunities, Sherry Madera, CEO of CDP told Euronews' Hannah Brown in this ep...[+2988 chars] 2025-01-20T06:00:00 New principal described as 'perfect fit' for college Lewis Clarke https://www.gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/gloucester-news/new-principal-described-perfect-fit-9872280 https://i2-prod.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/article9872279.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_LC_080125david_00.jpg GB en David Withey has been appointed as the new CEO and principal of South Gloucestershire and Stroud College. His new role will be effective from the end of March 2025. David will take over from Kevin Hamblin who has served as SGS CEO since 2001. "South Gloucestershire and Stroud College (SGS) has announced the appointment of David Withey as the new CEO and principal. His new role will be effective from the end of March 2025. David will be join...[+2380 chars]" 2025-01-20T05:26:10 As Trump Takes the Wheel, Big Corporations Extricate From DEI, Climate Programs The Epoch Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/As_Trump_Takes_the_Wheel_Big_Corporations_Extricate_From_DEI https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iMjHQLwBTwU/0.jpg US en After years of applying the progressive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ideological framework to their corporations, executives are now realizing that these programs could be driving their companies into a legal and ethical mess.    . After years of applying the progressive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ideological framework to their corporations, executives appear to now be realizing that these programs could be driv...[+36 chars] 2025-01-20T05:00:00 Trump allies take aim at Europe's green reporting rules https://www.politico.eu/article/donald-trump-europe-green-reporting-rules-allies-america-washington https://www.politico.eu/cdn-cgi/image/width=1200,height=630,fit=crop,quality=80,onerror=redirect/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/19/GettyImages-2183217287-scaled.jpg BE en Barr says EU officials are not getting the message that green requirements will result in 'capital flight' from Europe and make the bloc less competitive. Emily Pierce, who previously worked in the SEC's Office of International Affairs and is currently a policy officer at carbon accounting firm Persefoni, says Europe applies these rules to non-EU companies to level the playing field. "Barr said EU officials aren't 'actually getting the message' that the green requirements will result in 'capital flight' from Europe and make the bloc less competitive. But competitiveness cuts both w...[+856 chars]" 2025-01-20T04:51:41 OGDCL steps up to tackle climate challenge NEWS WIRE https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Jan-2025/ogdcl-steps-up-to-tackle-climate-challenge https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en OGDCL is taking the lead in addressing climate change. Pakistan emits only 0.84 metric tons of CO2 globally, a very small amount compared to countries like the United States, Europe, and China, which have much higher emissions. Education, health, and environmental priorities must be embedded in Pakistan's agenda to tackle climate change effectively. "ISLAMABAD - The Chairman of OGDCL Board, Zafar Masood, on Sunday said that the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) is taking the lead in addressing climate change. Talking to a private new...[+983 chars]" 2025-01-20T04:50:21 ESG—A lifeline for the sustainability of Nigeria's SMEs Jude Enajero https://businessday.ng/opinion/article/esg-a-lifeline-for-the-sustainability-of-nigerias-smes https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SMEs.png NG en Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Nigeria's economy. SMEs account for 96% of businesses and contribute 48% of GDP to the nation's GDP, but they face many challenges. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles could hold the key to SMEs' sustainability. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Nigeria's economy. According to the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), SMEs account for 96 percent of business...[+6350 chars] 2025-01-20T04:32:00 DFCC Bank's historic Green Bond now listed on Luxembourg Stock Exchange https://www.ft.lk/financial-services/DFCC-Bank-s-historic-Green-Bond-now-listed-on-Luxembourg-Stock-Exchange/42-771956 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_5933d6af94.jpg LK en DFCC Bank has announced the dual listing of its historic Green Bond on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE) and the Luxembourg Green Exchange (LGX). This milestone follows the bond's initial issuance and listing on the Colombo Stock Exchange in September 2024. The bond raised Rs. 2.5 billion (approximately EUR 8 million) and its primary focus is to fund solar energy projects in support of Sri Lanka's goal of achieving 70% electricity generation from renewable energy by 2030. "DFCC Bank has announced the dual listing of its historic Green Bond on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE) and display on the prestigious Luxembourg Green Exchange (LGX). This milestone follows the ...[+3556 chars]" 2025-01-20T04:24:46 Chevron supports climate initiatives The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4056913/chevron-supports-climate-initiatives.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Chevron Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to global net-zero goals through innovation, collaboration and research in Nigeria. The company emphasises its ongoing investments in reducing carbon intensity and expanding lower-carbon initiatives.    . Chevron Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to global net-zero goals through innovation, collaboration, and research in Nigeria. The company emphasised its ongoing investments in reducing carbon int...[+149 chars] 2025-01-20T04:24:46 IOSCO backs international ethics for sustainability assurance The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4056928/iosco-backs-international-ethics-for-sustainability-assurance.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en IOSCO has reiterated support for the development of global standards and codes on sustainability assurance and reporting. IOSCO commended the International Ethics for its work on this matter. The post IOSco backs international ethics for sustainability assurance appeared first on The Nation Newspaper. The board of International Organisation of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has reiterated support for the development of global standards and codes on sustainability assurance and reporting. IOSCO comm...[+171 chars] 2025-01-20T04:02:05 SC Release NSRF Guidance to Help Companies' Board of Directors Drive Sustainability Reporting (Securities Commission Malaysia) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/SC_Release_NSRF_Guidance_to_Help_Companies_Board_of_Director https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/[] US en The Securities Commission Malaysia has released a simplified guide for embedding sustainability in corporate decision-making called Navigating the Transition: A Guide for Sustainability Reporting. The NSRF is not a compliance tool, but a blueprint to help companies' board of directors drive sustainability reporting. ) SC Release NSRF Guidance to Help Companies' Board of Directors Drive Sustainability ReportingKuala Lumpur, 20 January 2025The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) today released a simplified guide, '...[+152 chars] 2025-01-20T01:52:41 African School of Governance opens in Rwanda Kehinde Olatunji https://guardian.ng/news/african-school-of-governance-opens-in-rwanda https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Welcome-to-Rwanda-.jpg NG en African School of Governance has been launched in Kigali, Rwanda. The institution's mission is to nurture leaders who can drive Africa's sustainable development by providing innovative public policy education, cutting-edge research and a platform for policy engagement. The application for ASG's inaugural cohort will open on February 1, 2025. "African School of Governance (ASG) has been launched in Kigali, Rwanda, marking a significant milestone in the institution's mission to empower the next generation of African leaders and innovators. A...[+1376 chars]" 2025-01-20T00:00:00 Brighton: Sussex Beacon inpatient unit to close in restructure BBC News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/Brighton_Sussex_Beacon_inpatient_unit_to_close_in_restructur https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The Sussex Beacon's CEO says it's a good thing to have a Facebook page. ""It's good to have Facebook. It's good for business. It is good for the community. It has a positive impact on business and people's lives."" " The Sussex Beacon's CEO says a 2025-01-20T00:00:00 SC Releases Guide For Assist Boards Drive Sustainability Reporting Malaysian National News Agency https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/SC_Releases_Guide_For_Assist_Boards_Drive_Sustainability_Rep https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities Commission Malaysia has released 'Navigating the Transition: A Guide for Assist Boards' for the first time. It is aimed at improving sustainability reporting for the board members and for the society as a whole. The guide is available in English and in Malay. BUSINESS > NEWS SC Releases Guide For Assist Boards Drive Sustainability Reporting 20/01/2025 03:30 PM KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has released 'Navigatin...[+37 chars] 2025-01-20T00:00:00 Strengthening economy through effective CSR policies Issa MONNIE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/Strengthening_economy_through_effective_CSR_policies https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has emerged as a strategic tool for businesses seeking to align profit-making with sustainable development. In Ghana, some industries have embraced CSR voluntarily, but there remains a significant gap in widespread corporate commitment. Issa MONNIE (Alhaji) is a journalist. By Issa MONNIE (Alhaji) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has emerged as a strategic tool for businesses seeking to align profit-making with sustainable development. In Ghana, while some industrie...[+100 chars] 2025-01-20T00:00:00 Sebi to ease norms for social stock exchanges Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/Sebi_to_ease_norms_for_social_stock_exchanges https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SEBI proposes a new framework for social stock exchanges. There are changes in the definition of what constitutes a Not-for-Profit organisation and expansion of eligible activities to be NPOs. SEBI has also proposed a new definition of NPO's. SEBI has proposed a new framework for social stock exchanges with changes in the definition of what constitutes a Not-for-Profit (NPO) organisation and expansion of eligible activities to be 2025-01-20T00:00:00 National Sustainability Reporting Framework: Navigating the Transition - A Guide for Boards (Securities Commission Malaysia) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/National_Sustainability_Reporting_Framework_Navigating_the_T https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Navigating the Transition is a guide for boards to use the IFRS S1 General Requirements for Disclosure of. It is intended to be a simplified document for boards. It's based on the National Sustainedability Reporting Framework (NSSF). ) NATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING FRAMEWORK Navigating the Transition: A guide for boards Navigating the Transition: A guide for boards This document is intended to be a simplified guide for boards ...[+57 chars] 2025-01-20T00:00:00 Battery X Metals Inc MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/Battery_X_Metals_Inc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Carsten Schmider Media Relations Publishing will execute a strategic corporate branding and awareness for Battery X Metals Inc. The engagement with Carsten Schmerder Media Relations is for a branding campaign for the company's website.    (MENAFN - Baystreet) 10:29 AM EST - Battery X Metals Inc : Announces the engagement of Carsten Schmider Media Relations Publishing to execute a strategic corporate branding and awareness 2025-01-20T00:00:00 Net-zero commitments: Greenwashing or progress? Oman Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/Netzero_commitments_Greenwashing_or_progress https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Businesses worldwide have made bold net-zero pledges in recent years to cut or offset their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by a given date. These commitments seek to reduce their GHG emissions by cutting or offsetting them by a certain date. Businesses worldwide have made bold net-zero pledges in recent years, promising to cut or offset their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by a given date. These commitments seek to ali 2025-01-20T00:00:00 Employment regulation? Govt may soon ask private companies to notify all vacancies The Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/20/Employment_regulation_Govt_may_soon_ask_private_companies_to https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Centre plans to replace the Employment Exchanges (Compulsory Notification of Vacancies) Act, 1959, with the new Social Securities Act, in order to formalise a formalisation of employment regulation. The changes in the Act will revive and strengthen the employment exchanges to ensure companies inform the state about vacancies. MUMBAI: Vacancies in all departments and verticals of private companies may soon have to be mandatorily notified to govt, signalling a shift in employment regulation.The Centre plans to replace the Em...[+310 chars] 2025-01-20T00:00:00 Voltalia SA: Total number of shares and voting rights in the share capital as of December 31, 2024 redazione web https://www.padovanews.it/2025/01/20/voltalia-sa-total-number-of-shares-and-voting-rights-in-the-share-capital-as-of-december-31-2024 https://www.padovanews.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Voltalia-5.png IT en Voltalia is a pioneer in the corporate market. Voltalia provides a global offer to private companies, ranging from the supply of green electricity and energy efficiency services to the local production of their own electricity. The company has a total number of shares and voting rights in the share capital. Total number of shares and voting rights in the share capital (Articles L. 233-8 (II) of the French Commercial Code and 223-16 of the General Regulations of the French Financial Markets Authority)As a...[+369 chars] 2025-01-19T23:30:19 Fidelity pulls back curtain on minority shareholder participation in China Eric Ng https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3295375/fidelity-report-pulls-back-curtain-minority-shareholder-participation-china https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/01/19/6b71542f-c4fc-4218-8dcc-c2dad77be762_e40f1a44.jpg?itok=YB5XGXY0&v=1737278252 HK en Growth in attendance at the general meetings of mainland-listed companies has slowed. Minority investors have become more forceful in expressing their opinions on controversial proposals. A top-down regulatory push, including the implementation of a stewardship code, could improve the situation, according to the report from Fidelity International. A new report from Fidelity International (FIL) showed that growth in attendance at the general meetings of mainland-listed companies has slowed, though minority investors have become more forceful in ...[+1859 chars] 2025-01-19T23:23:01 Can tech power development without harm? Victor Haruna-Francis https://punchng.com/can-tech-power-development-without-harm https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/14200807/Federal-University-of-Information-and-Communication-Technology.jpeg NG en Sustainability in technology projects is no longer optional. It is essential for technology leaders to prioritise the implementation of technology solutions in a way that supports environmental sustainability. Ethical IT project delivery hinges on strict adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. Emerging technologies, specifically AI, are fast becoming the cornerstone of modern information technology automation. As information technology becomes the backbone of modern-day economies increasingly, the deployment of IT projects plays a great role in impacting national development and societal safety either posit...[+9646 chars] 2025-01-19T21:50:05 Businesses face backlash for championing woke campaigns John-Paul Ford Rojas https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/markets/article-14302441/Businesses-face-backlash-championing-woke-campaigns.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/19/20/94272663-0-image-m-71_1737318352807.jpg GB en Edelman Trust Barometer tracks attitudes towards companies and public institutions across the globe. The survey of 33,000 members of the public in 28 countries also reveals growing distrust of governments, bosses and the media. Business is being 'pushed back' for its involvement in issues such as diversity, equality and inclusion, and sustainability. "Businesses face a backlash for championing woke campaigns, from diversity to environmentalism, according to a major global report. The Edelman Trust Barometer, which tracks attitudes towards companies...[+2366 chars]" 2025-01-19T18:57:00 DFCC Bank's green bond listed on Luxembourg Stock Exchange DM Editorial https://www.dailymirror.lk/business-news/DFCC-Banks-green-bond-listed-on-Luxembourg-Stock-Exchange/273-300443 https://www.dailymirror.lk/business-news/DFCC-Banks-green-bond-listed-on-Luxembourg-Stock-Exchange/none LK en DFCC Bank's green bond was dual listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE) and the Luxembourg Green Exchange (LGX). It is Sri Lanka's first capital market debt instrument dedicated to renewable energy. Its primary focus is to fund solar energy projects in support of the government's goal of achieving 70% electricity generation from renewable energy by 2030. "DFCC Bank reached a key milestone with the dual listing of its historic green bond on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE) and display on the Luxembourg Green Exchange (LGX). This milestone follows t...[+2189 chars]" 2025-01-19T18:00:00 Federal Reserve Withdraws from Global Climate Coalition Charles Rotter https://wattsupwiththat.com/2025/01/19/federal-reserve-withdraws-from-global-climate-coalition https://i0.wp.com/wattsupwiththat.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/collapse-of-net-zero-alliances-banking-blackrock-federal-reserve-midjourney.webp?fit=1024%2C512&ssl=1 US en The U.S. Federal Reserve announced its exit from the Network of Central Banks and Supervisors for Greening the Financial System (NGFS) and BlackRock withdrew from the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative (NZAM). These high-profile decisions suggest growing recognition of the economic damage wrought by costly, ineffective and overreaching climate policies. In recent weeks, the climate policy landscape has shifted significantly, with institutions, governments, and corporations beginning to step back from the ambitious but economically questionable climat...[+6035 chars] 2025-01-19T17:56:20 GAFI, OECD launch Arabic Responsible Business Conduct in Egypt document https://www.egypttoday.com/Article/3/137807/GAFI-OECD-launch-Arabic-Responsible-Business-Conduct-in-Egypt-document https://www.egypttoday.com/siteimages/larg/202501190555405540.jpg EG en The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) hosted the launch of the Arabic version of the OECD's guidelines for responsible business conduct aimed at multinational corporations. It is part of Egypt's efforts to align its economic practices with global sustainability standards. The event also highlighted the growing importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) as an integral part of the country's vision for sustainable development. Cairo – January 19, 2025: The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI), in collaboration with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), hosted the launch of the A...[+3292 chars] 2025-01-19T16:38:40 North Delta youths urge oil firm to comply with NCDMB guidelines Ann Godwin https://guardian.ng/news/north-delta-youths-urge-oil-firm-to-comply-with-ncdmb-guidelines https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/delta-state-nigeria-map.jpg NG en Youths in the Niger Delta region are angry with the oil firm operating OML 115 and OML 67 in Effiat/Mbo in Akwa-Ibom State. They accuse Oriental Energy Resources Limited of not complying with the guidelines of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). They want 50 per cent of semi-skilled job roles reserved for indigenes of the host community or communities where the operation is domiciled. They also want the company to have an interface with the host communities. Youths in the Niger Delta region, under the aegis of the Obolo Youth Coalition Worldwide, have flayed the oil firm operating OML 115 and OML 67, Oriental Energy Resources Limited (OERL), for failing t...[+2447 chars] 2025-01-19T16:06:00 833 power firms' plaints resolved Lenie Lectura https://businessmirror.com.ph/2025/01/20/833-power-firms-plaints-resolved https://businessmirror.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/erc02.jpg PH en 833 cases and motions filed by power industry stakeholders were resolved last year. The number included 484 show-cause orders (SCO). In the past two years alone, the Commission has shown significant progress, achieving a 76-percent resolution rate in 2023 and exceeding 100 percent in 2024. However, over 90 percent of the ERC's efforts were spent addressing case backlog from previous years. "THE Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) revealed last Sunday 833 cases and motions filed by power industry stakeholders were resolved last year. The number included 484 show-cause orders (SCO). In thes...[+1966 chars]" 2025-01-19T16:02:00 Filipino entrepreneurs and nature-positive strategies .M-A-Box https://businessmirror.com.ph/2025/01/20/filipino-entrepreneurs-and-nature-positive-strategies https://businessmirror.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Column-box-Atty.-Jose-Ferdinand-M.-Rojas-II.jpg PH en Filipino entrepreneurs have a unique opportunity to embrace sustainability as a core aspect of their business models. The European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) will influence global standards, compelling companies to adopt more rigorous reporting practices. Companies increasingly recognize the importance of biodiversity and ecosystem health as integral to their operations. The modern market demands authenticity from brands regarding their environmental impact and social responsibility practices. AS we step into 2025, the entrepreneurship landscape is shifting dramatically, with sustainability emerging as a central pillar of corporate strategy. Filipino entrepreneurs have a unique opportunity ...[+3722 chars] 2025-01-19T15:26:33 'Climate Deadline Stripped from Hochul's State of the State Agenda at Last Minute', By Colin Kinniburgh Stephen Heins https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/climate-deadline-stripped-from-hochuls https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F50e2522a-067c-4444-884f-15f152dc379f_1230x867.jpeg US en Kathy Hochul's State of the State agenda for 2025 was released on Tuesday. The deadline for regulations on greenhouse gas reporting has been removed from the final version. An initiative to supply power to promising industrial sites that was supposed to focus on clean energy companies has also been removed. "Climate Deadline Stripped from Hochul's State of the State Agenda at Last Minute The change was among a handful of eleventh-hour tweaks to Hochul's policy briefing book. JAN 19 When Governor Kathy Hoc...[+5097 chars]" 2025-01-19T14:31:09 LG Chem CEO reappointed to chair WEF industrial body 내성적 리더를 위한 성공 공식 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/044/0000265718 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/044/2025/01/19/0000265718_001_20250119143109638.jpg?type=w800 KR en Shin Hak-cheol has been reappointed as chair of the Chemical & Advanced Materials Industry Governors at the World Economic Forum. He is the first Korean business leader to join the Global Impact Coalition, an alliance of major chemical firms such as Germany's BASF and Saudi Arabia's SABIC. "LG Chem CEO Shin Hak-cheol (LG Chem) LG Chem Vice Chairman and CEO Shin Hak-cheol has been reappointed as chair of the Chemical & Advanced Materials Industry Governors at the World Economic Forum, bec...[+1833 chars]" 2025-01-19T13:19:47 BlackRock agrees to new ESG disclosure requirements Niket Nishant https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/companies/financial-services/2025-01-19-blackrock-agrees-to-new-esg-disclosure-requirements https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Jtnhl7uECQeOsgvBrzodvupmDczNaxBqwAEyNmSx50KZqUNzO1AAiq2fp92mua08545puvS83tIWKL3cfzfdcRcsWypCL2cEV1ZrQny0OlAx=s1000 ZA en BlackRock agreed to new disclosure requirements about its use of sustainable-investment factors as part of a legal settlement with Tennessee attorney-general Jonathan Skrmetti. An anti-ESG backlash has gathered force among Republican politicians, including incoming US president-elect Donald Trump. BlackRock quit an investor climate group on January 9. Bengaluru — Asset manager BlackRock agreed to new disclosure requirements about its use of sustainable-investment factors as part of a legal settlement with Tennessee attorney-general Jonathan Skrmett...[+2290 chars] 2025-01-19T12:35:15 Epsilon Energy Ltd. (NASDAQ:EPSN) is favoured by institutional owners who hold 65% of the company Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/epsilon-energy-ltd-nasdaq-epsn-123515565.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/da713992716ec87035eff27f58858a3e US en Institutions own more than half of Epsilon Energy Ltd. (NASDAQ:EPSN). They have a significant influence over the company's share price. The biggest shareholder is azValor Asset Management SGIIC, S.A., with ownership of 22%. The second and third largest shareholders hold 17% and 8.7%. The CEO owns 2.7% of the company. The general public owns 14%. "Institutions' substantial holdings in Epsilon Energy implies that they have significant influence over the company's share price A total of 4 investors have a majority stake in the company with 53% ow...[+5432 chars]" 2025-01-19T12:34:48 Goldman Sachs Group's (NYSE:GS) Dividend Will Be $3.00 Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/goldman-sachs-groups-nyse-gs-123448420.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/297a096e5743176fa71b67c7278a433d US en The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS) will pay a dividend of $3.00 per share on the 28th of March. The payment will take the dividend yield to 1.9%, which is in line with the average for the industry. Since 2015, the dividend has gone from $2.20/year to $12.00/year, which is a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 18%. Simply Wall St doesn't think GS has the makings of a good income stock. The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $3.00 per share on the 28th of March. The payment will take the dividend yield to 1.9%, which is in line with the a...[+2951 chars] 2025-01-19T12:25:17 Based On Its ROE, Is SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW) A High Quality Stock? Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/based-roe-sjw-group-nasdaq-122517049.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/75340bd02450c906c770b365ea76535b US en SJW Group's ROE is 6.7%, based on the trailing twelve months to September 2024. It is slightly lower than the Water Utilities industry average of 9.5%. SJW Group uses a lot of debt to boost its ROE. It has a high debt to equity ratio. While some investors are already well versed in financial metrics (hat tip), this article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE) and why it is important. To keep the lesson ...[+3940 chars] 2025-01-19T10:45:09 Walmart admits it's falling short of bold promises to Americans — here's why that should alarm consumers Laurelle Stelle https://www.yahoo.com/news/walmart-admits-falling-short-bold-104509213.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/7IimM7Kq54GSY8ZYj6LVsw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/c549d28eadfa9e9968b0206c9532ce54 US en Walmart is not on track to meet its climate promises. Its emissions rose by 4% in 2024 compared to 2023. It will be reevaluating short-term goals this year. It's possible that Walmart will come back to the table with a new, achievable game plan. Like many businesses in recent years, Walmart has made significant climate promises. It pledged to reduce its planet-warming air pollution, with benchmarks to meet in 2025 and 2030. However, the compa...[+2475 chars] 2025-01-19T08:10:02 Why does Guyana honour the Stabroek Block petroleum agreement? Staff Reporter https://guyanachronicle.com/2025/01/19/why-does-guyana-honour-the-stabroek-block-petroleum-agreement https://guyanachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/oil_fb.jpg GY en The 2016 Stabroek Block Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) with the Guyana government has been the subject of intense public discourse. Critics argue that the government should renegotiate the contract to secure better fiscal terms for the country. However, the PPP/C government has consistently maintained that the PSA is not up for renegotiation due to the agreement's stability clause. EXXONMOBIL'S 2016 Stabroek Block Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) with the Guyana government has been the recent subject of intense public discourse. Critics argue that the government should renegot...[+4541 chars] 2025-01-19T07:32:10 Is It Too Late To Consider Buying B&S Group S.A. (AMS:BSGR)? Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/too-consider-buying-b-group-073210052.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/36c6840dc76edf99f4dd4c6af7e086b2 US en B&S Group S.A. (AMS:BSGR) has a market value of €4.27. The company's profit is expected to grow by 43% over the next couple of years. Its share price is quite volatile, which gives us more chances to buy since the share price could sink lower or rise higher. B&S Group S.A. (AMS:BSGR), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial price movement on the ENXTAM over the last few months, increasing to €4.87 at one...[+3868 chars] 2025-01-19T05:04:04 Perth Lynx admit they've been playing with only 50 per cent effort and it's time for a change in attitude https://thewest.com.au/sport/basketball/perth-lynx-admit-theyve-been-playing-with-only-50-per-cent-effort-and-its-time-for-a-change-in-attitude-c-17436339 https://images.thewest.com.au/publication/C-17436339/1f3223403fe4262e915a2cd5c0c8e33904821926-16x9-x31y31w3301h1857.jpg?imwidth=1200 AU en Perth Lynx have been playing with only 50 per cent effort lately and it's time for a change of attitude.  Perth have to change their attitude and play with more effort to win the game at the next match against Newcastle United. Perth Lynx admit they've been playing with only 50 per cent effort and it's time for a change in attitude 2025-01-19T04:43:28 NESG appoints Ogbonna pioneer ED of Ernest Shonekan Centre Nduka Chiejina https://thenationonlineng.net/nesg-appoints-ogbonna-pioneer-ed-of-ernest-shonekan-centre https://cdn.thenationonlineng.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/20003146/Nation.jpg NG en Mr. Uchenna Ogbonna has been appointed as the inaugural Executive Director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre for Legislative Reforms and Economic Development. The Centre was established to advance legislative, regulatory, and judicial reforms aimed at enhancing Nigeria's economic competitiveness and improving the business environment. "The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has appointed Mr. Uchenna Ogbonna as the inaugural Executive Director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre for Legislative Reforms and Economic Development. Mr. Ogbo...[+2471 chars]" 2025-01-19T02:33:13 No comment: DEI debate too controversial for corporate Australia Euan Black https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/workplace/no-comment-dei-debate-too-controversial-for-corporate-australia-20250117-p5l531 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.2828%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_252%2C$y_138/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/9a32658eeae50d3396b219d3f1ba3eb0807bf18b AU en Just four out of 20 top ASX-listed companies provided on-the-record comments to The Australian Financial Review about diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The Financial Review asked all ASX 20 companies if they had experienced increased employee opposition to DEI programs over the past six to 12 months. The debate over the future of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives appears too hot to touch for corporate Australia, with just four out of 20 top ASX-listed companies providing on-the-record co...[+306 chars] 2025-01-19T00:03:27 It Might Not Be A Great Idea To Buy Frasers Property Limited (SGX:TQ5) For Its Next Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/might-not-great-idea-buy-000327806.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/d6aab6b9031b339946d16ea231fb4a76 US en Frasers Property Limited (SGX:TQ5) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 3 days. The company's next dividend payment will be S$0.045 per share. It has a trailing yield of 4.8%. The company paid out 108% of its earnings as dividends last year, which is uninspiring. Its earnings per share have declined at 0.6% per year on average over the past 10 years. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Frasers Property Limited (SGX:TQ5) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 3 days. The ex-di...[+4507 chars] 2025-01-19T00:03:08 Tax reform: Northern group rejects derivation formula Taiwo Oyedele https://punchng.com/tax-reform-northern-group-rejects-derivation-formula https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/30172253/Taiwo_Oyedele-.png NG en The League of Northern Democrats has rejected the derivation formula proposed in the ongoing tax reform discussions. The group is concerned that it could deepen regional inequalities if not properly defined. LND will withhold its full support for the tax reform agenda until the issue is resolved. "The League of Northern Democrats has rejected the derivation formula proposed in the ongoing tax reform discussions, warning that it could deepen regional inequalities if not properly defined. The gro...[+1807 chars]" 2025-01-19T00:00:00 Businesses face backlash for championing woke campaigns The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/19/Businesses_face_backlash_for_championing_woke_campaigns_This https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Edelman Trust Barometer tracks attitudes towards companies and public institutions across the globe. Businesses face a backlash for championing woke campaigns, from diversity to environmentalism, according to the report. There is growing scepticism of firms taking on'societal issues'. Businesses face a backlash for championing woke campaigns, from diversity to environmentalism, according to a major global report. The Edelman Trust Barometer, which tracks attitudes towards companies...[+119 chars] 2025-01-19T00:00:00 Grading The Week: CSU Rams, Jay Norvell got welcome transfer portal mojo, raiding Ohio State, ... Denver Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/19/Grading_The_Week_CSU_Rams_Jay_Norvell_got_welcome_transfer_p https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Quitter's Day was last Friday. Many New Year's resolutions get chucked into the recycling bin. We make a promise for 2025, and one of those vows is full disclosure. We have to be 100% honest on two fronts: 1. Team and 2. Quitter's Day was last Friday, apparently, when many New Year's resolutions get chucked into the recycling bin. Not up in the Grading The Week cubicles. No way, no how. We make a promise for 2025, we ...[+111 chars] 2025-01-19T00:00:00 ‘We are resting on our laurels': Scotland faces significant challenge to protect its environment AOL https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/19/We_are_resting_on_our_laurels_Scotland_faces_significant_cha_a https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Francesca Osowska, the outgoing chief executive of the agency NatureScot, warns that Scotland faces a challenge to meet its pledges on protecting nature without more funding and a shift in attitudes. Scotland has promised to restore 30% of its natural resources, but there are funding constraints. Scotland faces a significant challenge to meet its pledges on protecting nature without more funding and a shift in attitudes, a senior conservation figure has warned. Francesca Osowska, the outgoing ...[+226 chars] 2025-01-19T00:00:00 All carmakers in UK to escape fines for missing electric car sales targets in 2024 The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/19/All_carmakers_in_UK_to_escape_fines_for_missing_electric_car_s https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Analysts say use of 'flexibilities' to avoid penalties shows that zero-emissions mandate does not need to be relaxed, as they say it is not necessary to relax it at all. for the time being, they say, it is a good idea to use ""flexibilities"". " Analysts say use of 'flexibilities' to avoid penalties shows that zero-emissions mandate does not need to be relaxed 2025-01-18T23:42:25 Corporate climate action was sidelined in 2024. This year may be worse Mark Wembridge https://www.afr.com/policy/energy-and-climate/corporate-climate-action-was-sidelined-in-2024-this-year-may-be-worse-20241227-p5l0ur https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.7936%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_86/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/da6a45186519b3ccd3620dcc0e1fe09d07d511df AU en 2024 was the hottest year on record. However, corporate profits were the main reason behind the cooling in attitudes towards climate action. For some companies, taking steps to achieve their green targets was shoved into the 'too hard', 'too expensive', or 'just plain irrelevant' baskets. Despite being the hottest year on record, 2024 saw a cooling in attitudes towards climate action, with the realpolitik of corporate profits sidelining environmental, sustainability and governance conc...[+169 chars] 2025-01-18T22:05:28 Zedge shareholders approve board nominees and stock plan amendment https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/zedge-shareholders-approve-board-nominees-and-stock-plan-amendment/ar-AA1xr5Ri US en Zedge, Inc. announced the results of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders that took place on January 15, 2025. During the meeting, shareholders voted on several key proposals, including the election of board members and amendments to the company's stock plan. The outcomes indicate strong shareholder support for the governance and executive compensation practices. In other news, Zedge Inc. reported a significant miss on its Q4 2024 earnings, with both earnings per share (EPS) and revenue failing to meet forecasts. Zedge, Inc. (NYSE American: ZDGE), a $39.32 million market cap company specializing in prepackaged software services with industry-leading gross profit margins of 94%, announced the results of its Ann...[+3178 chars] 2025-01-18T22:00:00 Study: 'Wealthier … African nations … show lower levels of climate ambition' Eric Worrall https://wattsupwiththat.com/2025/01/18/claim-wealthier-african-nations-show-lower-levels-of-climate-ambition https://i0.wp.com/wattsupwiththat.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Oluwafikayo-Akeredolu.webp?fit=800%2C400&ssl=1 US en Oluwafikayo Akeredolu is a PhD candidate at the University of Oxford. He found that wealthier sub-Saharan African nations are more likely to prioritise economic development over aggressive climate commitments. Africa contributes only 3.8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, but it is vulnerable to climate change. "Essay by Eric Worrall Do you think there might be a connection? Africa's climate change balancing act: green energy vs economic development Published: January 17, 2025 11.50pm AEDT Oluwafikayo Akeredo...[+4893 chars]" 2025-01-18T19:41:13 Tennessee settles lawsuit with BlackRock Washington Examiner https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/tennessee-settles-lawsuit-with-blackrock/ar-AA1xrbPj US en Tennessee's attorney general filed a consumer protection lawsuit against the investment firm BlackRock. The state accused BlackRock of not telling investors how much environmental, social, and governance considerations had been incorporated into its investment strategies. BlackRock agreed to increase its disclosure of proxy voting practices and to a third-party audit to show it is complying with the state's terms. "(The Center Square) – BlackRock, Inc. has settled a dispute with Tennessee over its ESG practices, which the state said misled consumers. Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti filed a consumer protection...[+1780 chars]" 2025-01-18T17:20:59 Final Report on 2024 Stakeholder Consultations on the Development of the Eastern Caribbean Securities Market Vp Digital https://thevoiceslu.com/2025/01/final-report-on-2024-stakeholder-consultations-on-the-development-of-the-eastern-caribbean-securities-market https://thevoiceslu.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Mrs-Lucia-Livingston-Andall-Chairman-of-the-ECSRC.jpg LC en In 2024, the Eastern Caribbean Securities Regulatory Commission (ECSRC) undertook a series of consultations with various stakeholders and participants on the Eastern Carribean Securities Market. The consultations formed part of a three-part strategic planning exercise aimed at the development of a strategy to promote the growth and development of the market. "In 2024, the Eastern Caribbean Securities Regulatory Commission (ECSRC) undertook a series of consultations with various stakeholders and participants on the Eastern Caribbean Securities Market. These...[+944 chars]" 2025-01-18T16:00:00 Globe helps supply chain adopt sustainable practices The Philippine Star https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/01/19/2415183/globe-helps-supply-chain-adopt-sustainable-practices https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/01/18/4_2025-01-18_18-36-33.jpg PH en Globe is empowering its suppliers with training, tools and technology to align with global environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards. Globe and Givvable organized a webinar 'Beyond Business as Usual: Building a Sustainable Future' attended by almost 170 representatives from over 50 vendors, 81 percent of whom were local suppliers. MANILA, Philippines — Globe is driving sustainability across its supply chain by empowering vendors with training, tools and technology to align with global environmental, social and governance (ESG) ...[+2912 chars] 2025-01-18T14:17:22 Vietnam among Top 15 developing countries with most FDI https://english.vov.vn/en/economy/vietnam-among-top-15-developing-countries-with-most-fdi-post1149603.vov https://media.vov.vn/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_en/public/2025-01/Vietnam%20continues%20to%20attract%20a%20high%20volume%20of%20FDI%20in%202024%20thanks%20to%20its%20continued%20efforts%20to%20improve%20the%20investment%20climate.jpg?v=1737209921 VN en Vietnam attracted US$38.23 billion in FDI inflows for the year 2024. FDI disbursement stood at about US$25.35 billion. The national brand value in 2024 reached US$507 billion, ranking 32nd globally, a rise of one place compared to 2023. "Vietnam continues to attract a large volume of FDI in 2024 thanks to its continued efforts to improve the investment climate Amid a global decline in investment, Vietnam managed to reverse the trend i...[+2067 chars]" 2025-01-18T14:13:02 Federal Judge Blasts DEI and BlackRock's 'Incestuous' Relationship in New Ruling Ben Zeisloft https://www.westernjournal.com/federal-judge-blasts-dei-blackrocks-incestuous-relationship-new-ruling https://www.westernjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Picture-98.jpg US en A federal judge in Texas ruled against American Airlines on Jan. 10, saying the company failed to exercise its fiduciary duty to make investment decisions for retirement accounts based on the best interests of the beneficiaries. The decision came after a class action lawsuit from a pilot Bryan Spence on behalf of some 100,000 retirement savings participants. Spokesperson for BlackRock denied that the company's emphasis on ESG diminishes the creation of investment value. "A federal judge in Texas ruled against American Airlines after the company centered employee retirement plans on environmental, social, and governance factors, also known as ESG. U.S. District Judge R...[+2867 chars]" 2025-01-18T13:30:14 Financial adviser accused of costing Sven-Goran Eriksson £10m is now solar energy boss Simon Murphy https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/sven-goran-eriksson-debts-death-34506127 https://i2-prod.mirror.co.uk/incoming/article34477509.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/1_SOCIAL_SVEN.jpg GB en Sven-Goran Eriksson died owing £8.6m to HMRC. Samir Khan's Bright Star Energy Group (BSEG) is showcased on a Department for Business and Trade web directory. BSEG's website boasts it provides 'tailored clean energy generation solutions coupled with advanced energy storage' "The financial adviser accused of costing Sven-Goran Eriksson £10million is still planning golden futures – as a solar energy boss. The debt-laden former England football manager died owing £8.6million...[+4454 chars]" 2025-01-18T13:07:05 A Vibe Shift at Davos https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/18/a-vibe-shift-at-davos https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/A-Vibe-Shift-at-Davos.jpg US en Uber's C.E.O. Dara Khosrowshahi is going to Washington for inauguration party on Sunday. He will travel to Davos for the 54th World Economic Forum on Wednesday. David Solomon, Stephen Schwarzman, Frank McCourt, Bill Ford, and James Quincy will be at Davos. Most tech executives are skipping Davos, but Microsoft's Satya Nadella will be in Switzerland. "Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber's C.E.O., will soon be making his way to Washington, where the company is planning to host its first-ever inauguration party on Sunday, along with X and The Free Press. Days la...[+7696 chars]" 2025-01-18T13:00:02 A Vibe Shift at Davos Lauren Hirsch https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/18/business/dealbook/a-vibe-shift-at-davos.html https://static01.nyt.com/images/2025/01/18/business/18DB-DAVOS/18DB-DAVOS-facebookJumbo.jpg US en Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber's C.E.O., will travel to Davos for the 54th World Economic Forum. David Solomon of Goldman is arriving on Wednesday after attending inauguration events in D.C. Stephen Schwarzman of Blackstone will leave for Davos on Monday after an inauguration event on Sunday. Most C. e.O.s of global tech companies are skipping Davos. Microsoft's chief, Satya Nadella, will be in Switzerland. "Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber's C.E.O., will soon be making his way to Washington, where the company is planning to host its first-ever inauguration party on Sunday, along with X and The Free Press. Days la...[+9233 chars]" 2025-01-18T11:47:21 Investing in expertise: How a meritocratic board can drive company success Manila Bulletin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/18/Investing_in_expertise_How_a_meritocratic_board_can_drive_co https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/18/[] US en Meritocracy is no longer a buzzword in the corporate world. It's becoming a key indicator of effective governance. A board member should add to the company's reputation, which is crucial for investors and other stakeholders. Companies prioritize expertise and independent judgment in their boardrooms to navigate a rapidly evolving world. Meritocracy is no longer a buzzword in the corporate world. It's becoming a key indicator of effective governance, as companies increasingly prioritize expertise and independent judgment in their boar...[+151 chars] 2025-01-18T11:42:12 Formula E race case: Sponsor of racing event, Greenko MD Anil Kumar appears before ACB Telangana Today https://telanganatoday.com/formula-e-race-case-sponsor-of-racing-event-greenko-md-anil-kumar-appears-before-acb https://media.telanganatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/greenko.jpg IN en Greenko Group Managing Director Anil Kumar Chalamalasetty appeared before the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Saturday in connection with the on-going investigation into the alleged procedural lapses in the Formula E race case. Ace Nxt Gen Private Limited, a subsidiary of Greenko Group, was the sponsor of the racing event hosted in February 2023. "Home | News | Formula E Race Case Sponsor Of Racing Event Greenko Md Anil Kumar Appears Before Acb The ACB had issued summons to Anil Kumar two days ago asking him to appear before the agency for inve...[+821 chars]" 2025-01-18T10:24:06 NESG appoints Uchenna Ogbonna as executive director for legislative reforms Rahmotullah Lawal https://www.thecable.ng/nesg-appoints-uchenna-ogbonna-as-executive-director-for-legislative-reforms https://www.thecable.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/MixCollage-18-Jan-2025-11-15-AM-4450.jpg NG en Uchenna Ogbonna has been appointed as the executive director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre for legislative reforms and economic development. The centre aims to promote legislative, regulatory, and judicial reforms to enhance Nigeria's economic competitiveness and improve its business environment. He is an alumnus of Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania, USA. "The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has appointed Uchenna Ogbonna as the executive director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre (ESC) for legislative reforms and economic development. In a statement o...[+2583 chars]" 2025-01-18T10:11:00 How BlackRock Helped Stack Exxon's Board With Climate Radicals Andy Puzder https://thefederalist.com/2025/01/18/how-blackrock-and-the-rest-of-the-climate-cartel-stacked-exxons-board-with-fossil-fuel-haters https://thefederalist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/54083566563_2c1be7c5f6_k.jpg US en House Judiciary Committee report details how America's largest financial institutions colluded with climate activists to impose radical environmental policies on the American economy. It focuses on the successful effort to insert climate activist directors on the board of energy giant ExxonMobil. Exxon adopted a policy of net zero carbon emissions by 2050 within less than a year. A recent House Judiciary Committee report details how America's largest financial institutions, colluding with climate activists, imposed radical environmental policies on the American economy, subver...[+5185 chars] 2025-01-18T10:00:00 ESG Whistleblower Challenges Climate Narrative (Desiree Fixler in the mix) Guest Blogger https://wattsupwiththat.com/2025/01/18/esg-whistleblower-challenges-climate-narrative-desiree-fixler-in-the-mix https://i0.wp.com/wattsupwiththat.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/desireefixler-1.webp?fit=1024%2C512&ssl=1 US en Desiree Fixler is a leading expert in the field of sustainable finance and investment banking with over 25 years of experience in innovating and reshaping financial markets. She is well-known for her practical, first principles approach to sustainability and helps companies navigate the overdemanding world of ESG. Robert Bradley Jr. became acquainted with Ms. Fixler with her comment some months ago. "From Master Resource By Robert Bradley Jr. 'Is #ESG and climate hysteria also part of this subversion to attack democractic and capitalist principles? Is ESG just a cloak for a socialist grab on corpo...[+6120 chars]" 2025-01-18T08:00:00 SIMPPLE Ltd. Receives Nasdaq Notifications Regarding Minimum Stockholders' Equity Deficiency and Annual Meeting Deficiency Jan. 18, 2025 08:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6018329 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en SIMPPLE Ltd. (NASDAQ: SPPLP) is an advanced technology solution provider in the emerging property-technology space. The Company's stockholders' equity of $950,980 for the period ended June 30, 2024, was below the minimum stockholders’ equity requirement of $2,500,000. It also did not hold an annual meeting of shareholders within 12 months of the end of the Company's fiscal year end, which does not comply with the Listing Rules for continued listing. Nasdaq has given the Company until March 3, 2025 to submit a plan to regain compliance. If the plan is accepted, Nasdaq may grant an extension of up to Singapore, Jan. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SIMPPLE Ltd. (NASDAQ: SPPL) ('SIMPPLE' or 'the Company'), an advanced technology solution provider in the emerging property-technology ('PropTech') space, ...[+4293 chars] 2025-01-18T07:46:00 How ESG will accelerate growth in Indian companies ET CONTRIBUTORS https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sustainability/how-esg-will-accelerate-growth-in-indian-companies/articleshow/117346938.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117347001,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-72358,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en The environmental, social and governance (ESG) agenda has become a crucial item to consider. Business leaders in India and across the world are taking a long-term view on ESG investments. 16% of CEOs in India consider operational issues as the greatest threat to their organisations' growth. AI and ESG intersect to possibly emerge as the biggest disruption to business. The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda has become a crucial item to consider, one that businesses across sectors cannot afford to overlook. Even as business leaders have set out on the...[+11321 chars] 2025-01-18T07:45:00 At aviation meeting, ESG takes backseat to jet shortages Reuters https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sustainability/at-aviation-meeting-esg-takes-backseat-to-jet-shortages/articleshow/117347007.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117347004,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-113464,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en This year's Airline Economics conference in Dublin was overshadowed by the scramble to keep their jets flying as they deal with parts shortages. Sustainability is moving off the agenda, but it doesn't mean that sustainability has gone away. There is less optimism over the future of the industry, but there is still hope. A major annual air finance gathering largely skirted round the topic of sustainability this week - a rare departure from the industry's usual tight messaging on curbing emissions that left some delega...[+7193 chars] 2025-01-18T07:43:00 PPC unveils sustainability and energy transparency benefits for corporates Newsroom https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1258955/ppc-unveils-sustainability-and-energy-transparency-benefits-for-corporates https://www.ekathimerini.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/power_electricity_lignite_PPC_energy_AMNA.jpg?v=1640765536 GR en Public Power Corporation has announced new innovative benefits for its corporate customers. It offers full transparency in the reporting and management of guarantees of origin (GOs) and the ability for large corporate customers to monitor where and when the energy they consume is produced. It also helps sustainable entrepreneurship as corporate customers can obtain accurate reporting of Scope 2 emissions. "Public Power Corporation has announced new innovative benefits for its corporate customers, enhancing sustainability and accuracy in the monitoring and management of energy consumption. It announced t...[+679 chars]" 2025-01-18T07:00:19 Mark Carney: The Wrongest Man at the Wrongest Time Ever › American Greatness Stephen Soukup https://amgreatness.com/2025/01/18/mark-carney-the-wrongest-man-at-the-wrongest-time-ever https://cdn.amgreatness.com/app/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-2193664875.jpg US en Mark Carney is responsible for the politicization of business and capital markets. He was the Governor of the Bank of Canada from 2008-2013 and Governor of Bank of England from 2013-2020. In September 2016, he gave a speech in Berlin in which he addressed climate change and framed its mitigation in fiscal and fiduciary terms. In 2020, he became the UN envoy for climate action. The politicization of business and capital markets has many fathers. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, one of the most prominent and unrelenting advocates for 'sustainability' in investing, is often described...[+6781 chars] 2025-01-18T06:19:00 India likely to cut disinvestment goal by 40 percent for FY25: Report Al Arabiya English https://english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/18/india-likely-to-cut-disinvestment-goal-by-40-percent-for-fy25-report https://vid.alarabiya.net/images/2021/02/01/dc33ac7a-15c6-41f5-b230-ff608c246021/dc33ac7a-15c6-41f5-b230-ff608c246021_16x9_600x338.jpg SA en India will likely cut its disinvestment and asset monetization target by 40 percent for 2024-25 in the federal budget to be presented next month. The government owns 45.48 percent in IDBI Bank and plans to sell 60.7 percent of the lender. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has delivered more stake sales than any previous administration. India will likely cut its disinvestment and asset monetization target by 40 percent for 2024-25 in the federal budget to be presented next month, The Economic Times newspaper reported on Saturday, as ...[+1392 chars] 2025-01-18T05:34:44 Greenpeace among Spanish environment NGOs quitting X The Peninsula https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/18/Greenpeace_among_Spanish_environment_NGOs_quitting_X https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DAp_v7EH9AA/0.jpg US en Greenpeace Spain and university rectors will stop using X. Elon Musk's social media platform is being used by hundreds of organisations, groups, journalist associations and thousands of people, including university students and students' groups, has been a cause of the exodus from X. Madrid: Spanish environmental organisations including Greenpeace Spain as well as university rectors said Friday that they would stop using X, swelling an exodus from Elon Musk's social media platform...[+124 chars] 2025-01-18T05:25:51 NESG Appoints Ogbonna ED For Ernest Shonekan Centre Mark Itsibor https://leadership.ng/nesg-appoints-ogbonna-ed-for-ernest-shonekan-centre https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/nesg-jpg.webp NG en Uchenna Ogbonna has been appointed as the executive director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre for Legislative Reforms and Economic Development. The centre was launched during the 29th Nigerian Economic Summit in October 2023. It aims to promote legislative, regulatory, and judicial reforms to enhance economic competitiveness and improve Nigeria's business environment. He holds an LLB degree in Law, a BL degree from the Nigerian Law School, an MBA in Insurance and Risk Management, and an MSc in Management. "The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has appointed Uchenna Ogbonna as the executive director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre for Legislative Reforms and Economic Development. With the appointment, ...[+2233 chars]" 2025-01-18T04:23:31 Firm seeks adoption of AI-integrated energy sustainability Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4053206/firm-seeks-adoption-of-aiintegrated-energy-sustainability.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Schneider Electric seeks adoption of AI-integrated energy sustainability ahead of the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos. The firm has emphasised the urgent need for the adoption of sustainable energy solutions to address geopolitical dynamics, while stimulating growth and stewarding a just energy transition. Ahead of the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Schneider Electric has emphasised the urgent need for the adoption of sustainable energy solutions to address geopolitical dynamics, while st...[+226 chars] 2025-01-18T03:30:00 Gurugram registrar warns societies they could become defunct over non-compliance Leena Dhankhar https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/gurugram-news/gurugram-registrar-warns-societies-they-could-become-defunct-over-noncompliance-101737135777772.html https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/01/17/1600x900/The-announcement-specifically-targets-bodies-in-th_1737135774891.jpg IN en The Gurugram district registrar has warned residential societies that they could be declared 'defunct' if they fail to comply with mandatory annual filings or hold governing body elections. The announcement specifically targets bodies in the educational, shopping complex, and mall sectors for whom the deadline to submit the required documentation is March 2025. The Gurugram district registrar has warned residential societies that they could be declared 'defunct' if they fail to comply with mandatory annual filings or hold governing body elections. The announ...[+1434 chars] 2025-01-18T02:00:12 EAT & BEYOND ANNOUNCES CLOSING OF NON-BROKERED PRIVATE PLACEMENT OF UNITS AND ANNOUNCES DEBT SETTLEMENT Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/eat-beyond-announces-closing-of-non-brokered-private-placement-of-units-and-announces-debt-settlement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzNDEyMSM2NzAwMjg3IzUwMDA3MDQ5Mg== CA en Eat & Beyond Global Holdings Inc. (CSE: EATS) (OTCPK: EATBF) (FSE: 988) has closed the previously announced non-brokered private placement of units of the Company of C$919,140.00. VANCOUVER, B.C., Jan. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Eat & Beyond Global Holdings Inc. (CSE: EATS) (OTCPK: EATBF) (FSE: 988) (' Eat & Beyond ' or the ' Company '), an investment issuer focused on sustain...[+417 chars] 2025-01-18T02:00:12 EAT & BEYOND ANNOUNCES CLOSING OF NON-BROKERED PRIVATE PLACEMENT OF UNITS AND ANNOUNCES DEBT SETTLEMENT Globe Newswire https://www.theobserver.ca/globe-newswire/eat-beyond-announces-closing-of-non-brokered-private-placement-of-units-and-announces-debt-settlement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzNDEyMSM2NzAwMjg3IzUwMDA3MDQ5Mg== CA en Eat & Beyond Global Holdings Inc. (CSE: EATS) (OTCPK: EATBF) (FSE: 988) has closed the previously announced non-brokered private placement of units of the Company of C$919,140.00. VANCOUVER, B.C., Jan. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Eat & Beyond Global Holdings Inc. (CSE: EATS) (OTCPK: EATBF) (FSE: 988) (' Eat & Beyond ' or the ' Company '), an investment issuer focused on sustain...[+417 chars] 2025-01-18T02:00:12 EAT & BEYOND ANNOUNCES CLOSING OF NON-BROKERED PRIVATE PLACEMENT OF UNITS AND ANNOUNCES DEBT SETTLEMENT Globe Newswire https://www.brantfordexpositor.ca/globe-newswire/eat-beyond-announces-closing-of-non-brokered-private-placement-of-units-and-announces-debt-settlement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzNDEyMSM2NzAwMjg3IzUwMDA3MDQ5Mg== CA en Eat & Beyond Global Holdings Inc. (CSE: EATS) (OTCPK: EATBF) (FSE: 988) has closed the previously announced non-brokered private placement of units of the Company of C$919,140.00. VANCOUVER, B.C., Jan. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Eat & Beyond Global Holdings Inc. (CSE: EATS) (OTCPK: EATBF) (FSE: 988) (' Eat & Beyond ' or the ' Company '), an investment issuer focused on sustain...[+417 chars] 2025-01-18T01:46:00 Greenpeace quits X Dawn https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/18/Greenpeace_quits_X https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DAp_v7EH9AA/0.jpg US en Greenpeace, university rectors and a string of institutions have stopped using Elon Musk's X social media platform. Hundreds of organisations, groups, journalist associations and thousands of people have joined the exodus.   . in the last few days. MADRID: Spanish environmental organisations, including Greenpeace, as well as university rectors said on Friday that they would stop using X, swelling an exodus from Elon Musk's social media platform....[+123 chars] 2025-01-18T01:30:45 Greenpeace quits X Hawwa Fazal https://www.dawn.com/news/1886009/greenpeace-quits-x https://www.dawn.com/_img/social-default.jpg PK en Greenpeace, Friends of the Earth, Ecologists in Action and the Spanish University Rectors' Conference will stop using Elon Musk's social media platform X on January 20th, Donald Trump's inauguration day. They say X promotes far-right ideas and silences voices opposed to Musk's ideas. MADRID: Spanish environmental organisations, including Greenpeace, as well as university rectors said on Friday that they would stop using X, swelling an exodus from Elon Musk's social media platform....[+1039 chars] 2025-01-18T01:00:00 Vishay Precision Group to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Financial Results Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/business/finance/vishay-precision-group-to-announce-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-financial-results https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Vishay-Precision-Group.jpg?fit=736%2C400&ssl=1 US en Vishay Precision Group, Inc. will release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results on February 12, 2025 before the market opens. Chief Executive Officer Ziv Shoshani and Chief Financial Officer Bill Clancy will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results. "MALVERN, PA — Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (NYSE: VPG) has announced plans to release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, before the market opens. ...[+996 chars]" 2025-01-18T00:34:48 BlackRock, Tennessee settle lawsuit over firm's 'misleading' ESG strategy Taylor Herzlich https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/blackrock-tennessee-settle-lawsuit-over-firm-s-misleading-esg-strategy-d63096dcb9b12932558d71a34cb8fa4de145f4cd https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/96856124.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1200 FR en BlackRock and the state of Tennessee reached a settlement over a lawsuit about the firm's handling of environmental, social and governance goals. The settlement is another win for red states that have launched attacks against companies with ESG goals. Under the settlement, BlackRock will be subject to increased transparency, regular audits, compliance trainings and cooperation with the state. BlackRock and the state of Tennessee on Friday reached a settlement over a lawsuit claiming the asset management firm downplayed how large a role environmental, social and governance proposals made in...[+770 chars] 2025-01-18T00:23:31 'An ESG Whistleblower Attracts A Following in the EU and UK by Speaking Truth to Power on Climate, Capitalism, and More', Guest Post from Robert Bradley, Jr. at Master Resource. Stephen Heins https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/an-esg-whistleblower-attracts-a-following https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa404932b-5489-4a5e-87fa-587e376a0c86_975x557.jpeg US en Desiree Fixler is a leading expert in the field of sustainable finance and investment banking with over 25 years of experience in innovating and reshaping financial markets. She is well-known for her practical, first principles approach to sustainability and helps companies navigate the fractured and often overdemanding world of ESG. Robert Bradley, Jr. recommends Ayaan Hirsi Ali's essay in The Free Press on X. "An ESG Whistleblower Attracts A Following in the EU and UK by Speaking Truth to Power on Climate, Capitalism, and More JAN 17 Guest Post from Robert Bradley, Jr. at Master Resource. Desiree Fixler is ...[+5888 chars]" 2025-01-18T00:23:07 Enhancing Corporate Accountability Imran Malik https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Jan-2025/enhancing-corporate-accountability https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en There is a growing emphasis on corporate accountability in Pakistan. The Mehrangate Scandal of the 1990s highlighted the need for robust governance and regulation. The SECP introduced Corporate Governance Regulations to enhance the accuracy and transparency of financial reporting. A convoy carrying food and medical supplies to Parachinar was ambushed near Eber. The demand for greater transparency and accountability in corporate practices has become a pressing global concern, particularly in the wake of financial scandals. In Pakistan, company directors are n...[+5575 chars] 2025-01-18T00:00:57 SIMPPLE Ltd. Receives Nasdaq Notifications Regarding Minimum Stockholders' Equity Deficiency ... SIMPPLE Ltd. https://www.eagletribune.com/region/simpple-ltd-receives-nasdaq-notifications-regarding-minimum-stockholders-equity-deficiency/article_4dd3a70e-663d-54ea-ab35-8bfc9b2e05ae.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en SIMPPLE Ltd. is an advanced technology solution provider in the emerging property-technology space. The Company's stockholders' equity of $950,980 for the period ended June 30, 2024, is below the minimum stockholders’ equity requirement of $2,500,000 for continued listing on Nasdaq. Singapore, Jan. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SIMPPLE Ltd. (NASDAQ: SPPL) ('SIMPPLE' or 'the Company'), an advanced technology solution provider in the emerging property-technology ('PropTech') space, ...[+593 chars] 2025-01-18T00:00:00 SIMPPLE Ltd. Receives Nasdaq Notifications Regarding Minimum Stockholders' Equity Deficiency and Annual Meeting Deficiency SIMPPLE Ltd. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/simpple-ltd-receives-nasdaq-notifications-000000987.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/sIu9JT2IAJAM4djMDrCeag--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0xMjAw/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/1ab825cef9ad2622d81d67baaf28377f US en SIMPPLE Ltd. (NASDAQ: SPPL) is an advanced technology solution provider in the emerging property-technology ('PropTech') space. The Company's stockholders' equity of $950,980 for the period ended June 30, 2024, was below the $2,500,000 minimum for continued listing on Nasdaq. It also did not hold an annual meeting of shareholders within 12 months of the end of the Company's fiscal year end, which does not comply with the Listing Rules. Nasdaq has given the Company 45 calendar days until March 3, 2025 to submit a plan to regain compliance. Singapore, Jan. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SIMPPLE Ltd. (NASDAQ: SPPL) ('SIMPPLE' or 'the Company'), an advanced technology solution provider in the emerging property-technology ('PropTech') space, ...[+4772 chars] 2025-01-18T00:00:00 Monopoly of Sui companies to purchase, sell gas ends Khalid Mustafa https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1273485-monopoly-of-sui-companies-to-purchase-sell-gas-ends https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-18/l_1273485_062817_updates.jpg PK en The Sui gas companies monopoly in the purchase and sale of gas has ended and the gas sector has been formally opened. The Council of Common Interests (CCI) on January 26, 2024, approved amended Exploration and Production Policy 2012 paving the way for $5 billion investment by E&P companies in the oil and gas sector. The government may review the framework after every three years. ISLAMABAD: The Sui gas companies monopoly in the purchase and sale of gas has ended and the gas sector has been formally opened, as the Petroleum Division has notified the implementation framework for...[+4569 chars] 2025-01-18T00:00:00 Malaysia leads the way in ESG adoption for major infra projects Juiceapac Web Development Team https://dailyexpress.com.my/news/250391/malaysia-leads-the-way-in-esg-adoption-for-major-infra-projects https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/uploads/news2/2025/01/IEM_Logo.jpg MY en Integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into major infrastructure projects is rapidly transforming the landscape of Malaysia's development sector. The approach not only ensures long-term sustainability but also aligns the nation with global standards of responsible development. "Published on: Saturday, January 18, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jan 18, 2025 By: Ir Ts KJ TAN Text Size: THE integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into major infrastructure...[+987 chars]" 2025-01-17T23:17:00 Anti-ESG Bill Hits Wall Of Opposition, Debate Will Continue Monday https://cowboystatedaily.com/2025/01/17/anti-esg-bill-hits-wall-of-opposition-debate-will-continue-monday https://cowboystatedaily.imgix.net/House-Minerals-Business-and-Economic-Development-Committee-Christopher-Knapp-IMG_9444-1.17.25.jpg US en Wyoming's pension fund could lose nearly $1.2 billion over the next three years if House Bill 80 goes into effect. Many of the state's investment fund managers and Wyoming Treasurer Curt Meier say the bill is well-intended, but goes too far. Many energy companies, even coal, have ESG statements. The Petroleum Association of Wyoming has not yet taken a position on the bill. It wants to consider other ESG-related legislation that's also in the pipeline. Legislation that proposes to block investment into companies whose environmental and social governance (ESG) efforts could be undermining the very oil and gas industry that supports Wyoming ran into a...[+10763 chars] 2025-01-17T22:04:06 Regulation FD Disclosure (Form 8-K) (Prospect Capital Corporation) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Regulation_FD_Disclosure_Form_8K_Prospect_Capital_Corporatio https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/[] US en On January 17, 2025, the Company authorized distributions to preferred shareholders based on an annual basis for 7.50% Series A5 Preferred Stock and 7. 50% Series M5 Preferred stock. (Regulation FD Disclosure) Item 7.01.01: ) Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.On January 17, 2025, the Company authorized (with respect to the shares of 7.50% Series A5 Preferred Stock and 7.50% Series M5 Preferred Stock) distributions to p...[+40 chars] 2025-01-17T22:00:00 The Tennessee-BlackRock Settlement: A Win for Transparency and Investor Interests Charles Rotter https://wattsupwiththat.com/2025/01/17/the-tennessee-blackrock-settlement-a-win-for-transparency-and-investor-interests https://i0.wp.com/wattsupwiththat.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/black-rock-tennesse.webp?fit=1024%2C512&ssl=1 US en The State of Tennessee has reached a settlement with BlackRock regarding its use of Environmental, Social and Governance factors in the management of U.S. mutual funds. The lawsuit was filed by Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti. The settlement is a victory for investor rights, transparency, and accountability in the financial sector. "In a high-stakes showdown that captured the attention of investors nationwide, the State of Tennessee has reached a settlement with BlackRock , Inc. regarding its use of Environmental, Social, and Gov...[+2795 chars]" 2025-01-17T20:50:53 EXCLUSIVE: Tennessee AG Jonathan Skrmetti Confident Settlement with BlackRock Will Help to Abolish ESG Investing Among Other Asset Managers Kaitlin Housler https://tennesseestar.com/justice/exclusive-tennessee-ag-jonathan-skrmetti-confident-settlement-with-blackrock-will-help-to-abolish-esg-investing-among-other-asset-managers/khousler/2025/01/17 https://tennesseestar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/skrmetti-speaking_840x480.webp US en Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti filed a consumer protection lawsuit against BlackRock's ESG investing in December 2023. On Friday, BlackRock agreed to disclose which of its funds are explicitly focused on ESG, remove ESG ratings and sustainability data from certain funds, conduct independent audits regarding its ESG initiatives and disclose its membership in climate change organizations. Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti told The Tennessee Star 's CEO and Editor-in-Chief Michael Patrick Leahy that ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) investing is 'dead' at the 'biggest...[+2366 chars] 2025-01-17T20:45:13 BlackRock, Tennessee settle lawsuit over firm's ‘misleading' ESG strategy Taylor Herzlich https://nypost.com/2025/01/17/business/blackrock-tennessee-settle-lawsuit-over-firms-misleading-esg-strategy https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/96856124.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en The state of Tennessee filed a lawsuit against BlackRock over its handling of environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals in its investments. The suit claimed the firm downplayed the role of ESG proposals in its investment process. BlackRock will be subject to increased transparency, regular audits, compliance trainings, cooperation with the attorney general, improved investor communications and a commitment to financial interests. BlackRock and the state of Tennessee on Friday reached a settlement over a lawsuit claiming the asset management firm downplayed how large a role environmental, social and governance proposals made in...[+2769 chars] 2025-01-17T20:39:00 Tennessee settles lawsuit with BlackRock Kim Jarrett https://www.themountainpress.com/news/state/tennessee-settles-lawsuit-with-blackrock/article_dff69db2-0f8e-557e-abe7-3115a00c9a1c.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/themountainpress.com/content/tncms/custom/image/02ffe7d8-0d98-11eb-9099-b76c6aee61a3.png?resize=600%2C315 US en BlackRock settled a dispute with Tennessee over its ESG practices. Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti filed a consumer protection lawsuit against the investment firm in December 2023. The state accused BlackRock of failing to tell investors how much environmental, social, and governance considerations had been incorporated into its investment strategies. "(The Center Square) – BlackRock, Inc. has settled a dispute with Tennessee over its ESG practices, which the state said misled consumers. Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti filed a consumer protection...[+336 chars]" 2025-01-17T20:39:00 Tennessee settles lawsuit with BlackRock Kim Jarrett https://www.therogersvillereview.com/news/state/article_6566c6dc-76f5-5936-8e8e-a735fa5bcd78.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/therogersvillereview.com/content/tncms/custom/image/c2e22e3a-a05a-11e6-9e99-d7e65582769a.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en BlackRock has settled a dispute with Tennessee over its ESG practices. The state said the company misled consumers. BlackRock says it did not do anything wrong. in this case.    BlackRock, Inc. has settled the dispute. (The Center Square) – BlackRock, Inc. has settled a dispute with Tennessee over its ESG practices, which the state said misled consumers. 2025-01-17T20:30:27 Fund Manager On The Heels Of Nike and Starbucks Feels DEI Arguments Are Overrated https://www.newsbreak.com/black-enterprise-512642/3765862344043-fund-manager-on-the-heels-of-nike-and-starbucks-feels-dei-arguments-are-overrated https://img.particlenews.com/img/id/0avJSO_0yEZQzkb00 PH en James Fishback is the co-creator of Azoria Partners, a fund that punishes corporations with diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. He believes the DEI pushback is exaggerated and most companies are merely pulling back their 'performative DEI' policies like funding Pride parades or using Latinx to refer to people like his mom. "When it doesn't effect you, its looked at as ""exaggerated."" James Fishback, co-creator of a fund that punishes corporations with diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, says that the respon...[+2697 chars]" 2025-01-17T20:11:20 The Spectacle Ep. 183: How Leftist Agendas Corrupted Corporate America Melissa Mackenzie https://spectator.org/spectacle-ep183-leftist-corrupted-corporate-america https://eadn-wc04-11032743.nxedge.io/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Michael-GordonShutterstock.com_-scaled.jpg US en A federal court held American Airlines liable for mismanagement of employee retirement funds. Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the case on The Spectacle Podcast. They discuss the dangers of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and their connection to DEI-related initiatives. "A federal court held American Airlines liable for their mismanagement of employee retirement funds that focused more on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. Melissa Mackenzie and Scott...[+430 chars]" 2025-01-17T19:40:21 Attorney General Skrmetti Announces Settlement With BlackRock, Inc. Regarding ESG Practices https://www.chattanoogan.com/2025/1/17/497982/Attorney-General-Skrmetti-Announces.aspx https://images.chattanoogan.com/2025/1/article.497919.jpg US en Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced Friday a landmark settlement with BlackRock, Inc. regarding the role of Environmental, Social and Governance factors in its investment practices. The settlement concludes a lawsuit filed by the State of Tennessee under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act. BlackRock will increase its disclosure of proxy voting practices and implement compliance measures. Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced Friday a landmark settlement with BlackRock, Inc., resolving allegations that the global investment firm misled consumers regarding the role of E...[+1985 chars] 2025-01-17T19:24:15 Tennessee drops ESG lawsuit after BlackRock agrees to concessions in ‘historic win' for consumers Valerie Richardson https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/jan/17/tennessee-drops-esg-lawsuit-blackrock-agrees-conce https://twt-thumbs.washtimes.com/media/image/2024/12/03/BlackRock-HPS_Investment_Partners_53991_c0-156-3755-2346_s1200x700.jpg?69f4f847c2f6e271fe66e40456050b773874db52 US en Tennessee settled its consumer-protection lawsuit against BlackRock. The world's largest asset manager agreed to increase transparency surrounding its emphasis on environmental, social and governance factors in investing. BlackRock has more than $40 billion invested in Tennessee companies. The settlement comes with growing pressure to prioritize financial returns over its climate-change agenda. Tennessee settled its consumer-protection lawsuit against BlackRock after the world's largest asset manager agreed to increase transparency surrounding its emphasis on environmental, social and govern...[+2617 chars] 2025-01-17T19:13:42 Experts say a bill banning 'woke' state investments could spell financial ruin for Wyoming Caitlin Tan https://www.wyomingpublicmedia.org/politics-government/2025-01-17/experts-say-a-bill-banning-woke-state-investments-could-spell-financial-ruin-for-wyoming https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/581cdef/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1824x958+0+144/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F2e%2F84%2F058f9d084f0292747161c830b54e%2Fmoney.jpg US en The House Minerals, Business & Economic Development committee will take up a bill that would ban investments in S&P 500 companies that violate state laws. The state pension fund alone would lose over $5 billion in the next three years under the proposed bill. The bill was brought by the Wyoming Freedom Caucus. "Financial experts say a bill that would ban ' The House Minerals, Business & Economic Development committee discussed 'Stop ESG-State funds fiduciary duty act' is one of the key bills brought by the W...[+1430 chars]" 2025-01-17T19:00:43 Post-Effective Amendment to Registration Statement by Investment Company (Form 485BPOS) (Calamos ETF Trust) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/PostEffective_Amendment_to_Registration_Statement_by_Investm_o https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aeqUF1mE8mE/0.jpg US en "As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on January 17, 2025, SEC filed SEC file No. 333-191151 and SEC file no. 811-22887. Form is ""capital protected target outcome strategy"" " )As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on January 17, 2025Securities Act File No. 333-191151Investment Company Act File No. 811-22887UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION...[+72 chars] 2025-01-17T18:55:23 Here's What to Expect From Eversource Energy's Next Earnings Report Rashmi Kumari https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/here-s-what-to-expect-from-eversource-energy-s-next-earnings-report/ar-AA1xouO3 US en Eversource Energy is a public utility holding company with a market cap of $21.3 billion. The company is set to release its Q4 earnings on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Analysts expect it to report a profit of $0.99 per share, up 4.2% from the previous quarter. The consensus opinion on ES stock is moderately bullish with an overall 'Moderate Buy' rating. Springfield, Massachusetts-based Eversource Energy (ES) is a public utility holding company specializing in energy delivery. With a market cap of $21.3 billion, it is dedicated to providing reliable, ...[+2478 chars] 2025-01-17T18:54:36 BlackRock Settles With Tennessee Over ESG Strategy Saijel Kishan https://finance.yahoo.com/news/blackrock-reaches-settlement-tennessee-over-175829197.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/mUm4d8.jCTCAywVT9_rrkA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_markets_842/c9a2c416b1b358c5277c873f67c5ade4 US en Tennessee settled a lawsuit with BlackRock Inc. after accusing the money manager of making'misleading' statements about its ESG investment strategy. As part of the settlement, BlackRock agreed to boost transparency of its shareholder voting practices and enact compliance measures, including independent audits. BlackRock, which manages $11.6 trillion, has been the target of a barrage of legal actions from Republican politicians. (Bloomberg) -- Tennessee said it settled a lawsuit with BlackRock Inc. after accusing the world's largest money manager of allegedly breaching consumer protection laws by making 'misleading' statement...[+3955 chars] 2025-01-17T18:29:00 CEOs and Board Directors View News Media as Powerful Advertising Tool to Influence Key Stakeholders and Say Brand Safety is Overapplied, Reveals Stagwell Future of News (STGW) Study PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ceos-board-directors-view-news-182900874.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/32c8acc50a67129e8a7f0a36fd4f89db US en Fewer than half expect the global economy, inflation or geopolitical conflicts to improve in 2025. Stagwell launched the Future of News Initiative with the goal of reinvigorating the relationship between news and marketing. Business leaders overwhelmingly value the importance of news media as a powerful advertising tool. "Fewer than half expect the global economy, inflation or geopolitical conflicts to improve in 2025 Stagwell Chairman and CEO Mark Penn to reveal additional results of the study on stage at the World Ec...[+5307 chars]" 2025-01-17T18:20:55 SOLUM Debuts Eco-Friendly Full-Color E-signage with E Ink, Using E Ink Spectra(TM) 6, Further Expanding Display Collaboration Beyond ESL Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/237591-solum-debuts-ecofriendly-fullcolor-esignage-with-e-ink-using-e-ink-spectratm-6-further-expanding-display-collaboration-beyond-esl https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/newsfile-219594.jpg CA en SOLUM has unveiled the next generation E-signage featuring E Ink's latest full-color display technology, 'E Ink Spectra 6,' at NRF2025. E Ink Holdings Inc. provides an ideal display medium for applications spanning eReaders and eNotes, retail, home, hospital, transportation, and logistics. "Article content New York, New York–(Newsfile Corp. – January 17, 2025) – SOLUM (CEO Sung-Ho Jeon) announced on the 17th that it unveiled the next-generation E-signage featuring E Ink's latest full-col...[+2750 chars]" 2025-01-17T18:20:00 SOLUM Debuts Eco-Friendly Full-Color E-signage with E Ink, Using E Ink Spectra(TM) 6, Further Expanding Display Collaboration Beyond ESL Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/solum-debuts-eco-friendly-full-182000147.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/b592c8a223a9076b2586c9b9e188a0ae US en SOLUM has unveiled the next generation E-signage featuring E Ink's latest full-color display technology, 'E Ink Spectra 6,' at NRF2025. SOLUM and E Ink will strengthen their strategic partnership in the electronic shelf label market to expand the market together. New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - January 17, 2025) - SOLUM (CEO Sung-Ho Jeon) announced on the 17th that it unveiled the next-generation E-signage featuring E Ink's latest full-color display tech...[+3774 chars] 2025-01-17T18:15:20 University of Iowa study: Investors react positively to CEOs staying quiet on issues • Michigan Advance Brooklyn Draisey https://michiganadvance.com/2025/01/17/university-of-iowa-study-investors-react-positively-to-ceos-staying-quiet-on-issues https://michiganadvance.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/GettyImages-688022852.jpg US en Michael Durney is an assistant professor in accounting at the University of Iowa. He and his team studied the impact of CEO statements on investors for more than three years. They found that a CEO staying silent on controversial issues garnered the same positive response from investors as when the CEO put out a stance that they would agree with. However, they found that people responded positively to not seeing the CEO express his views online. "He sees them nearly every day, Michael Durney said — news articles about companies and their chief executive officers either making or walking back a 'controversial stance' on topical issues. These st...[+4395 chars]" 2025-01-17T18:09:29 Tennessee Attorney General settles ESG dispute with BlackRock Thomson Reuters https://whbl.com/2025/01/17/tennessee-attorney-general-settles-esg-dispute-with-blackrock https://storage.googleapis.com/media.mwcradio.com/mimesis/2025-01/17/2025-01-17T174855Z_1_LYNXMPEL0G0U2_RTROPTP_3_USA-FUNDS-BLACKROCK.JPG?X-Goog-Algorithm=GOOG4-RSA-SHA256&X-Goog-Credential=mwcradio-media%40midwest-communications.iam.gserviceaccount.com%2F20250117%2Fauto%2Fstorage%2Fgoog4_request&X-Goog-Date=20250117T175131Z&X-Goog-Expires=86400&X-Goog-SignedHeaders=host&X-Goog-Signature=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 US en Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced a settlement with BlackRock on Friday. The settlement ends a lawsuit that the state had filed against BlackRock in December 2023. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed. BlackRock did not respond to a request for comment. (Reuters) – Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced a settlement with BlackRock on Friday, resolving allegations that the asset manager misled customers regarding the role of ESG factor...[+498 chars] 2025-01-17T18:06:00 AG Skrmetti Declares ‘Tennessee Beats ESG' After Legal Settlement with BlackRock over Retirement Funds Used for ‘Radical Ideology' Tom Pappert https://tennesseestar.com/justice/a-g-skrmetti-declares-tennessee-beats-esg-after-legal-settlement-with-blackrock-over-retirement-funds-used-for-radical-ideology/tpappert/2025/01/17 https://tennesseestar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/skrmetti-blackrock_840x480.webp US en Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti on Friday celebrated a legal settlement between the State of Tennessee and BlackRock, Inc., which resulted in the company changing its policies related to Environment, Social, and Governance investing. In the nine-page settlement, BlackRock agreed to disclose which of its funds are explicitly focused on ESG, remove ESG ratings and sustainability data from certain funds, conduct independent audits regarding its ESG initiatives, and disclose its membership in climate change organizations. Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti on Friday celebrated a legal settlement between the State of Tennessee and BlackRock, Inc., which resulted in the company changing its policies related to ...[+2758 chars] 2025-01-17T17:53:48 EU Intensifies Probe into Elon Musk's X Social Media Network Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/international/3229278-eu-intensifies-probe-into-elon-musks-x-social-media-network https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/17_01_2025_23_23_40_1115515.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission has escalated its investigation into Elon Musk's social media platform, X, for suspected violations of EU content moderation regulations. The commission is requesting internal documents and has issued an order for X to retain significant documents. The investigation seeks details on X's recommender system, including recent alterations. The European Commission announced on Friday an escalation in its investigation into Elon Musk's social media platform, X, for suspected violations of EU content moderation regulations. The commission ...[+590 chars] 2025-01-17T17:52:58 Another Climate Cartel Collapses Under Weight of Customer, Congressional Scrutiny https://mrctv.org/blog/craig-bannister/another-climate-cartel-collapses-under-weight-customer-congressional-scrutiny https://cdn.mrctv.org/files/styles/large/s3/2025-01/ESGssPragerUVideo.JPG?itok=56oTOxKQ US en Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative suspended operations on Monday, three days after the deadline for its members to respond to a House Judiciary Committee inquiry. NZAM's sister coalition, the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), saw all major U.S. banks leave within a month. In August, Goldman Sachs Asset Management ended its participation in Climate Action 100+. "| January 17, 2025 The more customers and Congress learn about how asset managers are colluding to advance a political agenda at the expense of financial performance, the more asset managers are fleei...[+4525 chars]" 2025-01-17T17:52:05 European Commission steps up probe into X over content moderation ANI https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/european-commission-steps-up-probe-into-x-over-content-moderation https://www.tribuneindia.com/sortd-service/imaginary/v22-01/jpg/large/high?url=dGhldHJpYnVuZS1zb3J0ZC1wcm8tcHJvZC1zb3J0ZC9tZWRpYWM4NzgxZjEwLWQ0ZmItMTFlZi1hNTlkLWM5MTkxMTVjNDM0NC5qcGc= IN en "The European Commission is intensifying its investigation into X (formerly Twitter) regarding its compliance with the EU's Digital Services Act. X has been asked to submit internal documentation related to its recommender system and to retain relevant data to ensure transparency in its content moderation processes. The Commission issued a ""retention order"" requiring X to preserve internal documents and information." The European Commission is intensifying its investigation into X (formerly Twitter) regarding its compliance with the EU's Digital Services Act. X has been asked to submit internal documentation relat...[+1178 chars] 2025-01-17T17:49:20 Tennessee Attorney General settles ESG dispute with BlackRock Niket Nishant https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/tennessee-attorney-general-settles-esg-dispute-with-blackrock-2025-01-17 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/M2SMXQNM3JKABMC5YAIP5XDGUE.jpg?auth=6786b71949b7115d0a0f5674baad62cfad0242d9c9e319580a72a5ebcc675ce6&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced a settlement with BlackRock (BLK.N) on Friday. The settlement ends a lawsuit that the state had filed against BlackRock in December 2023. It resolved allegations that the asset manager misled customers regarding the role of ESG factors in investment practices. Jan 17 (Reuters) - Asset manager BlackRock (BLK.N), opens new tab agreed to new disclosure requirements about its use of sustainable-investment factors as part of a legal settlement with Tennessee Att...[+2435 chars] 2025-01-17T17:48:55 Tennessee Attorney General settles ESG dispute with BlackRock Reuters https://www.yahoo.com/news/tennessee-attorney-general-settles-esg-174855407.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/22e8c425c4a7f1bd38670f529e68acaf US en The state of Tennessee and BlackRock settled a dispute over the company's use of ESG factors in its investment decisions. BlackRock will increase its disclosure of proxy voting practices and has agreed to audits by a third-party service. The state had filed a lawsuit in December 2023 against the world's biggest asset management firm. (Reuters) -Republican-led Tennessee and asset manager BlackRock settled a dispute over the company's use of ESG factors in its investment decisions, according to a statement by the state's Attorney Ge...[+1595 chars] 2025-01-17T17:20:25 UN-sponsored climate cartel has suspended its activities after being abandoned by BlackRock Rhoda https://www.sgtreport.com/2025/01/un-sponsored-climate-cartel-has-suspended-its-activities-after-being-abandoned-by-blackrock https://i0.wp.com/expose-news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FtJan16b.png?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 US en Net Zero Asset Managers, a coalition of major investors promoting net-zero emissions by 2050, suspended its activities on Monday after losing key members, including BlackRock. There has been a crackdown on climate initiatives by Republican lawmakers, with lawsuits filed against BlackRock and other major investment firms for their climate policies. "by Rhoda Wilson, The Net Zero Asset Managers ('NZAM') initiative, a coalition of major investors promoting net-zero emissions by 2050, suspended its activities on Monday after losing key members, incl...[+2755 chars]" 2025-01-17T17:00:59 CVC Income & Growth sells shares from treasury https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/cvc-income-growth-sells-shares-from-treasury/ar-AA1xo1hH US en CVC Income & Growth Limited sold 400,000 treasury Sterling shares at a price of £1.2107 each on Monday to satisfy ongoing demand for its shares. The company's issued share capital now consists of 84,371,105 ordinary Euro shares and 122,874,157 ordinary Sterling shares, both with no par value. The total voting rights in the company have reached 228,133,868. LONDON - CVC Income & Growth Limited, a London-based investment company, has announced the sale of 400,000 treasury Sterling shares at a price of £1.2107 each on Monday to satisfy ongoing demand for i...[+1542 chars] 2025-01-17T16:25:09 Glimpse of Inauguration Ceremony of Digital Governance at EDB. The Secretary, M/o Industries & Production, along with the CEO, EDB, graced the event https://www.app.com.pk/photos-section/glimpse-of-inauguration-ceremony-of-digital-governance-at-edb-the-secretary-m-o-industries-production-along-with-the-ceo-edb-graced-the-event https://www.app.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/APP50-170125Islamabad.jpg PK en The Secretary, M/o Industries & Production and the CEO of EDB attended the inauguration ceremony of Digital Governance at EDB on January 17th. APP/FHA APP50-170125 is a collection of photos from the General Coverage of the event. Photos General Coverage Photos APP50-170125 ISLAMABAD: January 17 - Glimpse of Inauguration Ceremony of Digital Governance at EDB. The Secretary, M/o Industries & Production, along with the CEO, EDB, ...[+48 chars] 2025-01-17T16:21:22 Smiths Group faces calls to be broken up and sold The Times/The Sunday Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Smiths_Group_faces_calls_to_be_broken_up_and_sold https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/[] US en Engine Capital wants Smiths Group to begin a strategic review of its business. It wants to break-up the London-listed industrial conglomerate Smiths. The letter was sent to the board of Smiths and sent by an activist investor, Engine Capital, on behalf of the investor. An American activist investor has called for the break-up of Smiths Group, the London-listed industrial conglomerate.In a letter sent to the board of Smiths, Engine Capital called on the FTSE 100 comp...[+38 chars] 2025-01-17T16:05:07 Partner content - Embracing technology to simplify CSRD reporting Reuters https://www.reuters.com/video/watch/idRW408217012025RP1 https://ajo.prod.reuters.tv/api/v2/img/678a7fb3e4b096e3c4dfe309?height=1200&width=1200&quality=80&smart=true GB en Thomson Reuters and SAP provide integrated data management solutions for efficient and accurate ESG reporting. Businesses can leverage technology to meet the EU's CSRD requirements, according to the companies. The content was created by Reuters Events, a part of Reuters Professional, and is owned by Thomson Reuters. (This content has been produced in partnership with Thomson Reuters and SAP.) Businesses can leverage technology to meet the EU's CSRD requirements, according to Thomson Reuters and SAP. With a focus ...[+355 chars] 2025-01-17T15:58:40 The Spectacle Podcast: How Leftist Agendas Corrupted Corporate America https://thehayride.com/2025/01/the-spectacle-podcast-how-leftist-agendas-corrupted-corporate-america https://thehayride.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/spectacle-podcast-1-17-25.jpg US en A federal court held American Airlines liable for mismanagement of employee retirement funds toward Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay explain the dangers of ESG and its connection to DEI-related initiatives in this episode of The Spectacle Podcast. A federal court held American Airlines liable for their mismanagement of employee retirement funds toward Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay break d...[+522 chars] 2025-01-17T15:41:17 Eskom completes appointment of executive team Sowetan Live https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Eskom_completes_appointment_of_executive_team https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/[] US en Eskom CEO Dan Marokane announced the decision on Friday. He is also the chairman of Eskom's board of directors. He will be replaced by a new board member. .   ekom.org.uk. Eskom CEO Dan Marokane on Friday announced the 2025-01-17T15:29:48 Experts bat for green taxonomy to fuel climate finance in India Manas Pimpalkhare https://www.livemint.com/industry/mint-bfsi-summit-experts-bat-for-green-taxonomy-to-fuel-climate-finance-in-india-11737123601489.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/17/1600x900/green_panel_1737127356969_1737127374399.jpeg IN en Panelists from Grant Thornton Bharat, CareEdge ESG Ratings and Standard Chartered Bank discussed opportunities and challenges in climate finance at the Mint Annual BFSI Summit in Mumbai. They discussed the need for a green taxonomy and new risk management models for India's climate finance activities. India's climate financing activities need to be buttressed by a green taxonomy and new risk management models, said a panel of experts at the 17th edition of the Mint Annual BFSI Summit in Mumbai.Pane...[+6480 chars] 2025-01-17T15:17:49 EVE Energy Awarded Industry-First TÜV SÜD Mark Certificate of Electric Vehicle Battery for Regulations (EU) 2023/1542 PR Wire https://en.antaranews.com/news/341886/eve-energy-awarded-industry-first-tv-sd-mark-certificate-of-electric-vehicle-battery-for-regulations-eu-2023-1542 https://cdn.antaranews.com/cache/1200x800/2025/01/17/eve.jpg ID en EVE Energy has been awarded the industry's first TÜV SÜD Mark certificate for the new EU battery regulation (EU) 2023/1542 for electric vehicle batteries. The certificate was issued on December 18, 2024. It serves as a pre-audit certificate for module D1 of the conformity assessment procedures of the EU Battery Regulation (EU), which sets requirements for the entire lifecycle of electric car batteries. "Huizhou, China, (ANTARA/PRNewswire)- EVE Energy, (""EVE Energy"" or ""the Company"") (SZSE: 300014), a leading global lithium-ion battery company, has been awarded the industry's first TÜV SÜD Mark certif...[+5067 chars]" 2025-01-17T15:12:21 JinkoSolar Leads ESG Scores Among Top 5 Module Manufacturers, Setting the Benchmark in Sustainability Pv Magazine https://www.pv-magazine.com/press-releases/jinkosolar-leads-esg-scores-among-top-5-module-manufacturers-setting-the-benchmark-in-sustainability https://www.pv-magazine.com/wp-content/themes/pvmagazine/_/img/pv-magazine-logo.png US en JinkoSolar achieved an impressive ESG score of 69, ranking first among the top five PV module manufacturers. This achievement underscores the company's outstanding performance in climate strategy and product management. The company is committed to providing clean, safe, economical, and smart energy to the world through its innovative technologies and products. Recently, S&P Global released the latest Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) results. JinkoSolar achieves an impressive ESG score of 69, ranking first among the top five PV module manufacturers....[+2364 chars] 2025-01-17T15:02:01 Europe orders Elon Musk's X to submit documents on its recommendation algorithms Techcrunch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4052067/europe-orders-elon-musks-x-to-submit-documents-on-its-recommendation-algorithms.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The European Commission has requested information from Elon Musks X related to the algorithms that determine the content it recommends to users. The EC wants to determine how those algorithms may or may not be compliant with the Digital Services Act (DSA), which imposes key obligations on online platforms operating across the EU. The European Commission (EC) says it has requested information from Elon Musks X related to the algorithms that determine the content it recommends to users. The EC wants to determine how those algori...[+235 chars] 2025-01-17T14:51:21 Elixirr International secures shares for employee incentives https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/elixirr-international-secures-shares-for-employee-incentives/ar-AA1xnDAT US en Elixirr International PLC (AIM:ELIX) has announced the acquisition of 439,555 ordinary shares by its Employee Benefit Trust (EBT) on Monday and today. The shares were purchased from certain Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities (PDMRs) at market price. LONDON - Elixirr International PLC (AIM:ELIX), a global consultancy firm, has announced the acquisition of 439,555 ordinary shares by its Employee Benefit Trust (EBT) on Monday and today. The shares w...[+1723 chars] 2025-01-17T14:46:54 Costco defies Trump by sticking to DEI policies ALICE WRIGHT https://www.dailymail.co.uk/galleries/article-14296867/Costco-defies-Trump-sticking-DEI-policies.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/16/22/94188665-0-image-a-22_1737064913074.jpg GB en Donald Trump and conservative activists have railed against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. John Deere, Walmart, Ford and Tractor Supply changed their DEI policies in the face of opposition from conservatives. Costco's board has urged investors to reject an anti-DEI proposal from a conservative activist group at its upcoming annual meeting. Costco is defying Donald Trump and conservative activists by sticking to its DEI policies. The president-elect and his incoming administration have railed against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)...[+4571 chars] 2025-01-17T14:45:37 Tennessee AG Anounces Settlement With BlackRock Over ESG Practices Rebecca Downs https://townhall.com/tipsheet/rebeccadowns/2025/01/17/tennessee-ag-anounces-settlement-with-blackrock-over-esg-practices-n2650714 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/2018/85/cfbb67f7-7ddb-456e-ae99-f12d78f07f77.jpg US en The Tennessee Attorney General's office came to a settlement with BlackRock, Inc. regarding the role of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors in its investment practices. BlackRock will increase its disclosure of proxy voting practices and implement compliance measures, including audits. In a statement from Friday, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced that his office came to a settlement with BlackRock, Inc. The State of Tennessee had levied allegations under the Ten...[+3902 chars] 2025-01-17T14:35:01 EU deepens probe into X after Musk outbursts Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4052029/eu-deepens-probe-into-x-after-musk-outbursts.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en EU demands X provide more details about its algorithms as part of its wide-ranging probe into the platform. EU deepens probe into X after Musk's recent outbursts.    . ... iReport.com The EU on Friday demanded X provide more details about its algorithms as part of its wide-ranging probe into the platformThe post EU deepens probe into X after Musk outbursts appeared first on The Gua...[+75 chars] 2025-01-17T14:31:07 EU Intensifies Investigation Into Musk's X Network Over Content Moderation Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3228938-eu-intensifies-investigation-into-musks-x-network-over-content-moderation https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/05_08_2024_05_34_42_2177135.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Commission is escalating its inquiry into whether Elon Musk's social media platform, X, violated European Union regulations on content moderation. The investigation requires X to provide internal documentation by February 15 concerning its content suggestion algorithms and any recent changes. Musk is at the center of attention for backing European right-wing political factions. The European Commission announced on Friday that it is escalating its inquiry into whether Elon Musk's social media platform, X, violated European Union regulations on content moderation. This step in...[+702 chars] 2025-01-17T14:30:00 From NYC to Baku to Davos: Climate Conversations That Matter Workiva https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nyc-baku-davos-climate-conversations-143000597.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/0a04db2a0e554887903d2aabd1fccf80 US en Mandi McReynolds, Steve Soter and Mike Gravagno discuss key climate conversations from Climate Week NYC and COP29 in Azerbaijan in this special episode of ESG Talk. Workiva is the world's only unified platform for financial reporting, ESG, audit, and risk. "NORTHAMPTON, MA / / January 17, 2025 / Workiva In this special episode of ESG Talk, Mandi McReynolds reflects on pivotal climate conversations leading up to Davos, revisiting key discussions from Clim...[+850 chars]" 2025-01-17T14:15:52 Brussels orders X to hand over documents on algorithm https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/01/17/brussels-orders-x-to-hand-over-documents-on-algorithm https://www.irishtimes.com/resizer/v2/OWD5KDS7KBCK3OY56KTBPJS3YI?smart=true&auth=384cfe10d37bd4f27a1b222efa0acbc0ee73eb2a4852c938bd728dd786bac655&width=1200&height=630 IE en Brussels has ordered Elon Musk to fully disclose recent changes made to recommendations on X. The European Commission is investigating the role of the social media platform in European politics. It follows complaints from politicians in Germany that X's algorithm is promoting content by the far right ahead of the February 23rd elections. Mr Musk has come out in favour of the nationalist Alternative for Germany party. "Brussels has ordered Elon Musk to fully disclose recent changes made to recommendations on X, stepping up an investigation into the role of the social media platform in European politics. The expanded...[+1615 chars]" 2025-01-17T14:00:54 SEBI Eases Timeline for ESG Rating Reviews Post-BRSR Publication Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3228875-sebi-eases-timeline-for-esg-rating-reviews-post-brsr-publication https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/11_08_2024_09_10_09_8859181.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced a relaxation in the timeline for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) rating reviews after the publication of Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR). ERPs are required to conduct a review of ESG ratings no later than 45 days after BRSR publication. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), in a move to facilitate smoother business operations, announced a relaxation in the timeline for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) rating r...[+644 chars] 2025-01-17T14:00:13 Sebi Relaxes on Timeline for Review of ESG Rating on BRSR Publication PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-sebi-relaxes-on-timeline-for-review-of-esg-rating-on-brsr-publication-6573503.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-01-781x441.jpg IN en To promote ease of doing business, markets regulator Sebi provided relaxation in the timeline for review of ESG rating following the publication of Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR). ERPs will carry out a review of the ESG ratings upon the occurrence of or announcement of material developments immediately, but not later than 10 days after the occurrence. Review of the rating following publication of BRSR by the rated entity will be carried out immediately after 45 days. New Delhi, Jan 17 (PTI) To promote ease of doing business, markets regulator Sebi on Friday provided relaxation in the timeline for review of ESG rating following the publication of Business Responsib...[+1828 chars] 2025-01-17T13:35:32 The African School of Governance Launches in Kigali: Transforming Governance, Inspiring Change; a Movement to Redefine Leadership in Africa ACCESS Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/the-african-school-of-governance-launches-in-kigali-transforming-governance-inspiring-change-a-movement-to/article_0761a1d9-ccd0-55cb-aceb-38c57867013f.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en The African School of Governance (ASG) officially launched on January 14, 2025 in Kigali, Rwanda and opened recruitment for its Inaugural Cohort for 2025/2026. It was co-founded by H.E. Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda and Hailemariam Desalegn, former Prime Minister of Ethiopia. The school's mission is to nurture leaders to drive Africa's sustainable development. KIGALI, RW / ACCESS Newswire / January 17, 2025 / The African School of Governance (ASG) ( https://ASG.ac/) officially launched on January 14, 2025, in Kigali, Rwanda and opened recruitment for its In...[+885 chars] 2025-01-17T13:30:00 For commercial real estate firms, embracing innovation is no longer an option Sean Swentek https://www.fastcompany.com/91259090/for-commercial-real-estate-firms-embracing-innovation-is-no-longer-an-option https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/01/for_commercial_real_estate_firms_embracing_innovation_is_no_longer_an_option.jpg US en Sustainable innovation in commercial real estate is necessary for firms to remain competitive. There are rising energy costs and the reset of property values. Sustainability measures can reduce operational costs and save money. They can reduce complaints and repair needs and keep their reputations intact. Against the backdrop of a high-interest-rate environment, rising energy costs, and the reset of property values (to name but a few challenges), sustainable innovation in commercial real estate (CRE) i...[+6038 chars] 2025-01-17T13:14:56 EU deepens probe into X after Musk outbursts The Peninsula https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/EU_deepens_probe_into_X_after_Musk_outbursts https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9jK-NcRmVcw/0.jpg US en The EU demands more details about X's algorithms as part of its probe into the platform. Elon Musk's outbursts on European politics ramp up pressure for the bloc to act. X is taking further steps to shed light on the compliance of X's recommender systems with the obligations under the DSA. Brussels, Belgium: The EU on Friday demanded X provide more details about its algorithms as part of its wide-ranging probe into the platform, as Elon Musk's outbursts on European politics ramp up pres...[+172 chars] 2025-01-17T12:36:18 Sebi opposes KOEL's appeal on family settlement disclosure advisory Neha Joshi https://www.livemint.com/companies/sebi-kirloskar-oil-engines-shiraz-rustomjee-sat-tribunal-deed-of-family-settlement-rahul-kirloskar-11737103052429.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/17/1600x900/INDIA-SEBI-CUSTODIANS-0_1734329003526_1737117333601.JPG IN en Sebi has opposed Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd's appeal in the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) challenging the regulator's advisory to the company to disclose the Deed of Family Settlement (DFS). The DFS outlines the distribution of ownership, management and control of various Kirlskar entities among different branches of the family. The disclosure and implementation of the DFS has become a matter of dispute between the Kirlo siblings since 2016. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has opposed an appeal filed by Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd (KOEL) in the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) challenging the regulator's advisory to the...[+2408 chars] 2025-01-17T12:16:18 EU deepens probe into X after Musk outbursts Raziye Akkoc https://www.webstercountycitizen.com/news/national/article_d28a4b0e-a937-5e05-a7a4-4bdb941d5b5c.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/webstercountycitizen.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/27/427e6125-439d-5c99-aae9-bb9d10756146/678a57e750c6b.image.jpg?crop=341%2C341%2C85%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en The EU wants X to provide more details about its algorithms as part of its wide-ranging probe into the platform. Elon Musk's outbursts on European politics ramp up pressure for the bloc to act on the issue. X is under investigation by the EU. The EU on Friday demanded X provide more details about its algorithms as part of its wide-ranging probe into the platform, as Elon Musk's outbursts on European politics ramp up pressure for the bloc t...[+6 chars] 2025-01-17T12:10:13 Musk's X Gets New EU Demand for Data as Regulators Expand Probe Gian Volpicelli https://www.yahoo.com/news/musk-x-gets-eu-demand-121013228.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/e0IvYZQtTmUsrFcmBzukPQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_technology_68/feb02650b9fc6eb9b3c3bd5ef56d02d9 US en The European Union has expanded its investigation into whether Elon Musk's X is in breach of the bloc's content moderation rulebook. The EU's executive branch asked X to provide documents on how its recommendation algorithms work and whether they have recently changed as part of the ongoing investigation under the Digital Services Act, or DSA. (Bloomberg) -- The European Union has expanded its investigation into whether Elon Musk's X is in breach of the bloc's content moderation rulebook by demanding the social media platform hand over inte...[+1924 chars] 2025-01-17T12:04:00 State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Financial Results Business Wire https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/state-street-corporation-nyse-stt-120400370.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/6cc478d4e0dd3d4e9d94d6ea928d4c15 US en State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results today. The news release, presentation and additional financial information can be accessed on State Street's Investor Relations website. A conference call to discuss the firm's financial results, outlook and related matters will be held at 11:00 a.m. ET today, January 17, 2025. The call is open to the public. BOSTON, January 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results today. The news release, presentation and additional fi...[+1768 chars] 2025-01-17T12:00:00 The Board's Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Dilemma Under Trump 2.0 Michael Peregrine https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelperegrine/2025/01/17/the-boards-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dilemma-under-trump-20 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6789720d0478063f96c55600/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The future of DEI programs is a front-burner issue for corporate leaders. Many companies are re-assessing their organizational commitment to DEI. Corporate boards have a fiduciary responsibility to preserve the DEI culture of their companies. The new Trump Administration is expected to express opposition to many DEI-related initiatives. The board of directors may want to actively participate with management in decisions regarding the company's continued approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ('DEI') policies under the new Trump ...[+5064 chars] 2025-01-17T11:31:08 An ESG Whistleblower Attracts A Following in the EU and UK by Speaking Truth to Power on Climate, Capitalism, and More Master Resource https://energysecurityfreedom.substack.com/p/an-esg-whistleblower-attracts-a-following https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff9dc2c12-2006-4e6a-9613-ca3aefe368ae_1800x1200.heic US en Desiree Fixler is a leading expert in the field of sustainable finance and investment banking with over 25 years of experience in innovating and reshaping financial markets. She is well-known for her practical, first principles approach to sustainability and helps companies navigate the fractured and often overdemanding world of ESG. Robert Bradley, Jr. became acquainted with Ms. Fixler some months ago after reading an essay by Ayaan Hirsi Ali. "Guest Post from Robert Bradley, Jr. at . Desiree Fixler is a voice worth listening to. With her courageous out-of-step views being common sensical, she has an important future in the UK/EU debates ove...[+5731 chars]" 2025-01-17T11:26:10 Strengthening Ghana's economy through effective CSR policies Contributor https://3news.com/opinion/strengthening-ghanas-economy-through-effective-csr-policies https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-17-at-11.24.06.jpeg GH en In Ghana, some industries have embraced Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) but there is still a gap in widespread corporate commitment. CSR initiatives contribute to economic development by addressing societal challenges in education, health, and environmental sustainability. Businesses that engage in CSR enjoy stronger relationships with consumers and communities, fostering brand loyalty and customer retention. They also attract socially conscious investors. "Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has emerged as a strategic tool for businesses seeking to align profit-making with sustainable development. In Ghana, while some industries have embraced CSR volu...[+5248 chars]" 2025-01-17T10:59:24 Geothermal heating, more among sustainability efforts at Masters Gallery Foods in Oostburg Alex Garner https://www.sheboyganpress.com/story/money/companies/2025/01/17/masters-gallery-foods-is-striving-for-sustainability-lasting-impact/77693028007 https://www.sheboyganpress.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/07/PSHE/77522558007-010724-she-masters-gallery-foods-sustainability-gck-08.JPG?crop=2999,1687,x0,y55&width=2999&height=1687&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en Masters Gallery Foods is a member of the Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council's 2024 Green Masters Program. The program helps businesses improve their environmental practices. The company has been a Green Master since 2016. Sustainability is a core principle of the company and its CEO Jeff Gentine says it's a priority. OOSTBURG – Masters Gallery Foods has made strides in sustainable business operations during a time when more consumers are pushing for environmentally conscious practices and supporting companies that...[+6206 chars] 2025-01-17T10:43:00 Sintana Energy Inc. Announces SEDAR Filing Jan. 17, 2025 10:43 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6017629 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Sintana Energy Inc. has filed a stand-alone executive compensation disclosure for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. The Company has also refiled its interim financial statements for the six months period ended June 30, 2024 and the nine month period ended September 30, 2025 in order to correct certain disclosure relating to the Company's acquisition of its initial 49% interest in Giraffe Energy Investments (Pty) Ltd. (Giraffe). TORONTO, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sintana Energy Inc. (TSX-V: SEI) ('Sintana' or the 'Company') announces today that it has filed stand-alone executive compensation disclosure for the fiscal ...[+2784 chars] 2025-01-17T10:41:38 A'Ibom Youths Urge Oil Firm to Comply with NCDMB Guidelines Nigeria https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/01/17/aibom-youths-urge-oil-firm-to-comply-with-ncdmb-guidelines https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/NCDMB-1.jpg NG en The Obolo Youth Coalition Worldwide has called on the oil firm operating OML 115 and OML 67 in Akwa Ibom to comply with the policies and guidelines of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) in relationship with the host communities of Effiat/Mbo in the state. They want 50% of semi-skilled job roles to be reserved for indigenes of the host community or communities where the operation is domiciled, and 10% of skilled roles for indigents. "Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The Obolo Youth Coalition Worldwide has called on the oil firm operating OML 115 and OML 67 also known as 'Ebok and Okwok Fileds' in Akwa Ibom to comply with the polic...[+2532 chars]" 2025-01-17T10:27:49 Survey: ESG-related litigation cases on the rise, lawyers warn https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4396416/survey-esg-related-litigation-cases-rise-lawyers-warn https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/e760b95/d87eaeb9-2527-42f1-b7c6-387efb486ec1/4/iStock-1471868963-370x229.jpg GB en Legal disputes and litigation relating to environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are on the rise. Corporate ESG initiatives continue to face growing scrutiny from consumers, investors, and shareholders. For confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 1-800-273-8255 or visit www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org. Legal disputes and litigation relating to environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are on the rise as corporate ESG initiatives continue to face growing scrutiny from consumers, investors, an...[+4 chars] 2025-01-17T10:21:06 At aviation meeting, ESG takes backseat to jet shortages Joanna Plucinska https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/aviation-meeting-esg-takes-backseat-102106340.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.ca/1f05c05996ae6c0f01ad33c267effad9 US en Airline Economics conference in Dublin was overshadowed by the scramble to keep their jets flying as they deal with parts shortages. Industry leaders say there is less optimism over reaching the industry's over-arching goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Aviation is responsible for 2-3% of carbon emissions. "By Joanna Plucinska and Tim Hepher DUBLIN (Reuters) - A major annual air finance gathering largely skirted round the topic of sustainability this week - a rare departure from the industry's usual tigh...[+3985 chars]" 2025-01-17T10:18:13 Redburn cuts Evolution stock rating to Sell, slashes target https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/redburn-cuts-evolution-stock-rating-to-sell-slashes-target/ar-AA1xmyBb US en Redburn-Atlantic downgrades Evolution AB (EVO:SS) from Neutral to Sell and reduces the price target from SEK1,125.00 to SEK720.00. The adjustment follows concerns regarding the sustainability of the company's market exposures. The firm has moved away from its previous discounted cash flow (DCF) valuation methodology and instead used a multiple-based approach. On Friday, Redburn-Atlantic issued a downgrade for Evolution AB (EVO:SS) (OTC: EVGGF), shifting its stock rating from Neutral to Sell and significantly reducing the price target from SEK1,125.00 to SE...[+1676 chars] 2025-01-17T10:14:16 Aviation's ESG Fatigue: Balancing Sustainability and Operational Challenges Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3228447-aviations-esg-fatigue-balancing-sustainability-and-operational-challenges https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_08_2024_09_50_46_1574771.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Airline Economics conference recently steered clear of its typical emphasis on emissions reduction. This omission raised delegate concerns over 'ESG fatigue' as airlines grapple with operational struggles. Sustainability persists as a critical goal, but achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 seems less certain. The Airline Economics conference recently navigated turbulence over sustainability, steering clear of its typical emphasis on emissions reduction. This omission raised delegate concerns over 'ESG fati...[+617 chars] 2025-01-17T10:00:55 Zuckerberg, other moguls say they're backing off ESG and DEI but are they for real? Paul Mueller https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/zuckerberg-other-moguls-say-theyre-backing-off-esg-dei-real https://static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2023/06/DEI-Diversity-equity-inclusion.jpg US en In the last month, major banks withdrew from net-zero alliances and Meta dismantled many of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. Blackrock withdrew from Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative. Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, Bank of America, and JP Morgan have all withdrawn from the global Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Over the past 18 months, the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda has suffered setbacks in corporate DEI programs, declining investment dollars, and the collapse of the Net-Zero Insuranc...[+4526 chars] 2025-01-17T10:00:00 - POSITIONING MALAYSIA AS A GREEN INVESTMENT HUB BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/thoughts/news.php?id=2383336#page-top https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/c257ce2ac6df7f4a7aa3014bb8a6a3a5632fd2a741592 MY en Malaysia is at a critical juncture in its energy journey. Clear and consistent policies are the bedrock of investor confidence. Clear governance ensures that investors feel secure in committing their resources to Malaysian projects. The Sustainable and Responsible Investment (SRI) Sukuk Framework, launched in 2014, has positioned Malaysia as a prime destination for global investors looking to fund projects with a positive environmental impact. Malaysia is uniquely positioned to harness its natural advantages to create a balanced energy mix. "Opinions on topical issues from thought leaders, columnists and editors. While the challenges are undeniable, they also offer an opportunity for Malaysia to transform its energy landscape. With the ri...[+7317 chars]" 2025-01-17T09:51:29 A Call for Equitable CSR: Rethinking Corporate Social Responsibility in India Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3228403-a-call-for-equitable-csr-rethinking-corporate-social-responsibility-in-india https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/11_03_2020_13_17_04_3595712.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Crisil CSR Yearbook 2024 reveals significant imbalances in how corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds are distributed across India. Companies headquartered in Maharashtra and New Delhi account for a substantial portion of CSR spending and projects. The introduction of the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) marks a crucial step towards addressing these disparities. The Crisil CSR Yearbook 2024 reveals significant imbalances in how corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds are distributed across India. An analysis of over 1,800 companies shows a prevalent centr...[+670 chars] 2025-01-17T08:00:47 EXCLUSIVE: Watchdog Warns Land O'Lakes To Steer Clear Of ‘Unrealistic' Climate Targets Leif Le Mahieu https://www.dailywire.com/news/exclusive-watchdog-warns-land-olakes-to-steer-clear-of-unrealistic-climate-targets https://dw-wp-production.imgix.net/2025/01/GettyImages-1221952951.jpg?w=1200&h=800&ixlib=react-9.3.0 US en Consumer's Research warned butter giant Land O'Lakes that its climate-focused initiatives could expose it to lawsuits. Will Hild wrote a letter to the company's CEO asking her to stop pushing the initiatives and focus on satisfying customers. He pointed to the recent lawsuit filed against meat processor JBS by New York Attorney General Letitia James over its climate promises. "— Exclusive — Consumer's Research said the company's climate goals could open it up to lawsuits Watchdog group Consumers' Research warned butter giant Land O'Lakes on Friday that its climate-focused i...[+3237 chars]" 2025-01-17T07:56:50 Who Is the Owner of QI Company? A Look at the QI Group's Leadership Shaping Its Future https://fb.com/financialnews https://finchannel.com/who-is-the-owner-of-qi-company-a-look-at-the-qi-groups-leadership-shaping-its-future/124385/business-2/2025/01 https://finchannel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Vijay-Eswaran-.jpg GE en Vijay Eswaran and Joseph Bismark founded QI Group in 1998. The company has grown into a multinational conglomerate employing more than 2,000 people across 30 countries. It's invested in financial services, education, telecommunications, luxury goods manufacturing, natural food retail, and hospitality management. The organization's commitment to education materialized with Quest International University in Ipoh. QI Group's strategic expansion began in the Far East, establishing its corporate headquarters in Hong Kong and a regional green-certified operational hub in Selangor, Malaysia. From these foundations,...[+6665 chars] 2025-01-17T07:55:38 Business must maintain courage of climate convictions The AFR View https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/business-must-maintain-courage-of-climate-convictions-20250117-p5l54d https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.6294%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_30/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/9a29351b6c5ea464b5168207198a011672ad2759 AU en Some call it the rise of corporate social responsibility. Critics link corporate involvement in climate change or identity politics to the so-called 'great awokening' of Western societies that followed the financial crisis. Progressive activism on the environment and gender and racial equity originated in universities. In the past decade or so, these ideas have escaped the ivory tower and formed part of the environmental, social and governance (ESG) and diversity, equity and inclusion agendas. The practice of businesses taking a public stance on political and social causes goes by various names. Some call it the rise of corporate social responsibility as companies consider their impact on c...[+652 chars] 2025-01-17T07:51:00 Google signs deal to buy carbon removal credits from Indian farms Reuters https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sustainability/google-signs-deal-to-buy-carbon-removal-credits-from-indian-farms/articleshow/117319409.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117319394,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-34022,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en Google will buy carbon credits from an Indian initiative that turns agricultural waste into biochar. Google is one of a number of big tech companies looking to offset emissions through CDR. The deal signed by Google and Indian supplier Varaha is Google's first foray into India's carbon dioxide removal sector. "SINGAPORE: Google will buy carbon credits from an Indian initiative that turns large amounts of agricultural waste into biochar - a form of charcoal that removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and...[+6471 chars]" 2025-01-17T07:26:01 Managers Want to Reward Employees But Budget Constraints Prevent Pay Rises: Survey Award-Winning Journalist https://newsghana.com.gh/managers-want-to-reward-employees-but-budget-constraints-prevent-pay-rises-survey https://newsghana.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/African-map.jpg GH en According to the Salary Survey 2025 by global talent solutions firm Robert Walters, 72% of managers want to give pay rises to their teams in January, but 25% have been told by business leaders that there isn't the budget to make this possible. The survey also highlighted that a quarter of managers believe end-of-year bonuses are unlikely. For many businesses, the economic pressure is making it challenging to fulfill compensation promises, leaving managers in a difficult position. "A new survey has revealed that while the majority of managers are eager to reward their employees for their hard work, budget constraints are making it difficult for them to do so. According to the Sa...[+3812 chars]" 2025-01-17T07:13:41 Insecurity: South West Group Vows To Resist ISWAP, Bandits Invasion Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4050954/insecurity-south-west-group-vows-to-resist-iswap-bandits-invasion.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The South West Security Stakeholders Group (SSSG) has vowed to resist any attempt to threaten the peace and security of the South West region. The group is ready to partner with South West governors in tackling the security scourge across the region. SSSGs statement was contained in a statement by its publicity secretary. ShareThe South West Security Stakeholders Group (SSSG) has vowed to resist any attempt to threaten the peace and security of the South West region, saying the group is also ready to partner with South...[+252 chars] 2025-01-17T07:00:48 NESG appoints Uchenna Ogbonna as executive director Ernest Shonekan Centre Dennis Erezi https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/nesg-appoints-uchenna-ogbonna-as-executive-director-ernest-shonekan-centre https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/NESG-new-exco.jpeg NG en Mr. Uchenna Ogbonna has been appointed as the Executive Director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre for Legislative Reforms and Economic Development. The Centre aims to promote legislative, regulatory, and judicial reforms to enhance economic competitiveness and improve Nigeria's business environment. Mr. OgBonna's career spans over two decades with a strong private sector foundation in law, financial services and legislative reforms. He is an alumnus of the Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania, USA. The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has announced the appointment of Mr. Uchenna Ogbonna as the Executive Director of the Ernest Shonekan Centre for Legislative Reforms and Economic Development....[+2779 chars] 2025-01-17T07:00:00 [Ask The Tax Whiz] FAQs on ESG investing in the Philippines Mon Abrea https://www.rappler.com/business/ask-the-tax-whiz-things-to-know-esg-investing-philippines https://www.rappler.com/tachyon/2024/09/TL-sustainable-business-model-sep-5-2024.png PH en The Philippines adopts sustainability reporting guidelines aligned with ESG issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission. 95% of companies on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) report on ESG. The draft memorandum for Green Equity Guidelines is open for public comment until January 25, 2025. "The Philippine Tax Whiz explains how ESG investing and sustainability reporting can give companies a competitive advantage and attract more investors ESG stands for Environmental, Social and Governanc...[+3427 chars]" 2025-01-17T06:43:49 Why the ESG pushback isn't about Trump Patrick Gibbons https://www.afr.com/wealth/investing/why-the-esg-pushback-isn-t-about-trump-20250117-p5l58q https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.5298%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_110/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/3b0808d50be403d51914b0a06828e1e67acf0b8a AU en US financial institutions BlackRock and JPMorgan left the UN-backed Net Zero Asset Managers Alliance. The decision was made long before President Trump's re-election last November and was well in advance of the recent pushback on ESG issues.   "President Donald Trump will get blamed for many things, but the pushback on ESG shouldn't be one of them. Recent decisions by large US financial institutions BlackRock and JPMorgan to join other major...[+243 chars]" 2025-01-17T06:27:00 Korea Investment earns MSCI upgrade on ESG efforts Yi Whan-woo https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2025/01/126_390611.html https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/102f6bd94c8f46a88f4997be7f35c490.jpg KR en Korea Investment Holdings received an upgrade in Morgan Stanley Capital International's (MSCI) environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings. The holding company wholly owns Korea Investment & Securities, the country's Tier 1 brokerage house. Its rating moved up three notches from B to A. "Korea Investment Holdings received an upgrade in Morgan Stanley Capital International's (MSCI) environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings, the company said Friday. The holding company wholly o...[+936 chars]" 2025-01-17T05:44:00 World Bank Debars Viva Atlantic, Technology House CEOs Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/world-bank-debars-viva-atlantic-technology-1392364 https://www.worldbank.org/content/dam/photos/780x439/2020/mar/Donut-Photo-16SMs.jpg US en The World Bank Group announced the 30-month debarment of two Nigeria-based companies-Viva Atlantic Limited and Technology House Limited-and their Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mr. Norman Bwuruk Didam in connection with fraudulent, collusive, and corrupt practices as part of the National Social Safety Nets Project in Nigeria. As part of their settlement agreements, the companies and Mr. Didam have acknowledged culpability and agreed to meet specified integrity compliance conditions. WASHINGTON, January 16, 2025-The World Bank Group today announced the 30-month debarment of two Nigeria-based companies-Viva Atlantic Limited and Technology House Limited-and their Managing Director a...[+2353 chars] 2025-01-17T05:24:34 EU's green bonds will avoid bloc's own ‘gold standard' rules Bloomberg https://www.luxtimes.lu/businessandfinance/eu-s-green-bonds-will-avoid-bloc-s-own-gold-standard-rules/34759489.html https://img.virgule.lu/public/luxembourg/p5l4tv-2024-03-regie-green-eco-europe-green-economy.jpg/alternates/SIXTEEN_NINE_1200/2024-03_Regie_green-eco-europe_green-economy.jpg LU en The European Union's flagship green bond program won't abide by the bloc's new rules for environmentally-friendly debt. The bloc started selling such securities in 2021, before the voluntary European Green Bond Standard was finalised. The EU has sold more than €65 billion of its NextGenerationEU green bonds, putting it on track to become the largest issuer in the world. "The European Union's flagship green bond program won't abide by the bloc's new rules for environmentally-friendly debt. The bloc started selling such securities in 2021, before the voluntary European ...[+3999 chars]" 2025-01-17T05:16:22 Multibagger IT company approves issuing 5.34 crore warrants for ₹400 crore fundraise. Details here Ujjval Jauhari https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/multibagger-it-company-approved-5-34-crore-warrants-for-rs-400-crore-fundraise-details-here-11737088073509.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/17/1600x900/2-0-351767872-computeruser-0_1680612579380_1737088434768.jpg IN en The Board of VL E-Governance & IT Solutions approved the issue of 5.34 crore warrants for ₹400.99 crore fundraising. The Board also approved the allotment of 25 Lakhs equity shares upon conversion of warrants. The company's share price has risen 154% in the last one year. Stock Market Today: Multibagger IT company VL E-Governance & IT Solutions on Thursday post market hours approved the issue of 5.34 crore warrants for ₹400 crore fundraising.In its release on the excha...[+2089 chars] 2025-01-17T04:59:46 Expecting tax relief while balancing government's need to maintain revenue, says Dewan P N Chopra & Co's Dhruv Chopra DH Web Desk https://www.deccanherald.com/business/union-budget/union-budget-2025-expecting-tax-relief-while-balancing-governments-need-to-maintain-revenue-says-dewan-p-n-chopra-cos-dhruv-chopra-3359835 https://images.deccanherald.com/deccanherald%2F2025-01-17%2Fky4v4dv4%2Fchopra.png?rect=0%2C48%2C1280%2C672&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop IN en The exemption limit for LTCG on equities is currently capped at Rs 1.25 lakh. Chopra wants it to be increased to Rs 2 lakh or higher to allow investors to retain more of their returns. He also wants to see the exemption limit on equity investments being increased. Chopra said, 'A key expectation is that the exemption limit for LTCG on equities, currently capped at Rs 1.25 lakh, may be increased to Rs 2 lakh or higher, allowing investors to retain more of their ...[+9 chars] 2025-01-17T04:55:04 Samsung Electronics Implements Share-based Bonuses for Executives Editor https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=233883 https://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/thumbnail/202501/233883_236779_5044_v150.jpg KR en Samsung Electronics has announced on its internal bulletin board that a portion of the excess profit incentives (OPI) for executives would be paid in company shares. The shares will be actually paid in January 2026. Vice presidents and below restricted from selling the received shares for two years from the payment date, while presidents cannot sell them for three years. Samsung is considering applying this excess profit incentive stock compensation system to general employees. Samsung Electronics has announced on its internal bulletin board that a portion of the excess profit incentives (OPI) for executives would be paid in company shares. This decision marks a significant ...[+2024 chars] 2025-01-17T04:29:12 African School of Governance targets 1,000 graduates in 5 Years Chukwuma Umeorah https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4050582/african-school-of-governance-targets-1000-graduates-in-5-years.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The African School of Governance (ASG) was officially launched on January 14 in Kigali, Rwanda. It was co-founded by President Paul Kagame. It targets 1,000 graduates in 5 years and aims to improve governance practices in Africa. By Chukwuma Umeorah The African School of Governance (ASG) is set to cultivate transformative leaders and improve governance practices in Africa by equipping the continents next generation of leaders ...[+290 chars] 2025-01-17T04:23:31 Champion Green holds EGM, to expand energy business operations Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4050454/champion-green-holds-egm-to-expand-energy-business-operations.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Champion Green Funding Utilities Plc has announced the convening of an Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) to broaden its business scope and operational capabilities within the energy sector. The EGM is to expand the company's energy business operations. Champion Green Funding Utilities Plc has announced the convening of an Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) to broaden its business scope and operational capabilities within the energy sector.The post...[+133 chars] 2025-01-17T03:45:14 US banks cancel green and woke policies imposed by Davos Francesca de Villasmundo for https://cocotteminute.substack.com/p/us-banks-cancel-green-and-woke-policies https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6f9ffbaf-a287-4360-bd10-d441d07b739f_1024x576.jpeg US en Major US banks have all withdrawn from the UN-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a banking alliance committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Conservative backlash has pushed diversity, equity and inclusion (ESG) policies to the bottom of corporate priorities. Conservatives have campaigned against companies that implement DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) policies that go hand-in-hand with ESG policies. BlackRock is the latest Wall Street firm to abandon climate groups. "Medias-Presse.Info Trump effect: Davos-imposed green (ESG) and woke (DEI) policies are collapsing. The major US banks have all withdrawn in the last month from an ambitious UN-backed banking alliance ...[+2734 chars]" 2025-01-17T03:27:12 How Costco is risking the wrath of Donald Trump ALICE WRIGHT https://www.dailymail.co.uk/yourmoney/consumer/article-14293725/How-Costco-risking-wrath-Donald-Trump.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/16/22/94188665-0-image-a-22_1737064913074.jpg GB en Donald Trump and conservative activists are against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. John Deere, Walmart and Ford backed down on their DEI commitments. Costco's board has urged investors to reject an anti-DEI proposal from a conservative activist group at its upcoming annual meeting. The company argues that its DEI policies are an asset, not a liability. "Costco is defying Donald Trump and conservative activists by sticking to its DEI policies The president-elect and his incoming administration have railed against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) ...[+4548 chars]" 2025-01-17T02:30:00 Caroline O'Doherty: Climate experts fearful of more talk, less action as old targets repackaged as new ones in Programme for Government Caroline O'Doherty https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/caroline-odoherty-climate-experts-fearful-of-more-talk-less-action-as-old-targets-repackaged-as-new-ones-in-programme-for-government/a908730442.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/M5hB4thCuuM3vaI1ks1cTDRl4p4=/0x0:3238x2158/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/12e0eec1-7fc1-4769-8e65-587a8b9cae1b/c03070c2-122f-4ad9-88ef-581f0f6a58c1/12e0eec1-7fc1-4769-8e65-587a8b9cae1b.jpg IE en The draft programme for government (PfG) has more climate and environment commitments than the previous one – 281 compared to 274. Dr Cara Augustenborg went to the bother of counting them and found out the difference. The draft programme will be presented to Parliament in a few days. The draft programme for government (PfG) has more climate and environment commitments than the previous one – 281 compared to 274, according to Dr Cara Augustenborg, who went to the bother of counting...[+6 chars] 2025-01-17T02:00:00 Laura Mora: Verifying results to combat greenwashing John Daly https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/companies/arid-41555530.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/8926/4463284_6_seoimageog_Laura_2bMora_2c_2bManaging_2bDirector_2c_2bEcoVerify.jpg IE en Laura Mora is the managing director of EcoVerify, a company specialising in validating and verifying greenhouse gas emissions, carbon neutrality, and net zero claims. The company has been trading since 2023 and its immediate goal is to become Ireland's first accredited validation/verification body with the Raad voor Accreditatie (RvA). Ms Mora previously worked with the United Nations and the World Bank Group. "MY JOB Name : Laura Mora Occupation : Managing director, EcoVerify Background : The company specialises in validating and verifying greenhouse gas emissions, carbon neutrality, and net zero claims. Ec...[+6979 chars]" 2025-01-17T01:02:07 The Hanover Recognized by Newsweek and the Human Rights Campaign Foundation PR Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/the-hanover-recognized-by-newsweek-and-the-human-rights-campaign-foundation/article_2f940c31-a987-5c2d-9253-4c767f151951.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Responsible Companies and by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation with a score of 100 on its Corporate Equality Index. This is the fourth consecutive year the company has earned the Newsweek recognition and the seventh consecutive recognition from the foundation. WORCESTER, Mass., Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG) recently has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Responsible Companies and by the Human R...[+858 chars] 2025-01-17T00:54:26 Port of Long Beach CEO Cordero hails long list of ‘green' victories in annual speech LA Daily News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Port_of_Long_Beach_CEO_Cordero_hails_long_list_of_green_vict https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/[] US en Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero highlighted the 20th anniversary of the 'Green Port' initiative Thursday, Jan. 16, at his annual State of the Port speech. The event attracted a sold-out crowd of 900 people. The mission of the Green Port is to achieve zero emissions. Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero, speaking before some 1,000 people, highlighted the 20th anniversary of the 'Green Port' initiative Thursday, Jan. 16, at his annual State of the Port speech.Along...[+164 chars] 2025-01-17T00:30:00 Thai ESG Mutual Funds Witness a 400% Surge in Assets, Reaching 32 Billion Baht Bui Dung https://www.thailand-business-news.com/banking/188778-thai-esg-mutual-funds-witness-a-400-surge-in-assets-reaching-32-billion-baht https://i0.wp.com/b2thbz.siamnews.network/2024/04/Earth-Day-Commitment-YOFC-Advances-Global-Sustainability-through-Proactive-ESG.jpg TH en Thai ESG mutual funds saw a significant increase in interest from investors in 2024. Net assets under management for the category rose by almost 400% to 32 billion baht. Bond funds were the most popular, accounting for 51% of the total value, with an average return of 4.59%. Equity funds had a lower average return, of 0.85%. Kasikorn Asset Management (K-Asset) led the market with a net asset value of 8.2 billion bahst. Thai ESG mutual funds saw a significant increase in interest from investors in 2024, with net assets under management for the category rising by almost 400% to 32 billion baht. Thai ESG mutual funds s...[+1551 chars] 2025-01-17T00:24:00 Ekta Global concludes mandatory offer; charts strategic future for Ceylon Printers https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Ekta-Global-concludes-mandatory-offer-charts-strategic-future-for-Ceylon-Printers/44-771834 https://www.ft.lk/assets/images/img/ft_logo.png LK en Singapore-based investment firm Ekta Global Ltd. secured a 63.62% controlling stake in Ceylon Printers PLC (CPRT) at a price of Rs. 119 per share. The mandatory offer expired on 7 January 2025, with no shareholders opting to sell their shares. The new Board of Directors was appointed, led by Independent Non-Executive Chairman Sanjeev Gardiner. Singapore-based investment firm Ekta Global Ltd., has announced the successful conclusion of its acquisition process, securing a 63.62% controlling stake in Ceylon Printers PLC (CPRT) at a price of Rs...[+5641 chars] 2025-01-17T00:11:12 LEGAL NOTICE DREW LAW FIRM P.O. Box 462 1612 Lincoln Street Blair, Nebraska 68008 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF EVERGREEN HOLDINGS, LLC. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has organized a … http://enterprisepub.com/stories/legal-notice-drew-law-firm-po-box-462-1612-lincoln-street-blair-nebraska-68008-notice-of,64424 https://entpubbanners.creativecirclemedia.com/www/delivery/avw.php?zoneid=1&cb=INSERT_RANDOM_NUMBER_HERE&n=abf362dd US en EVERYGREEN HOLDINGS, LLC has organized a limited liability company. The registered agent is Drew Law Firm, 1612 Lincoln St., P.O. Box 462, Blair, Nebraska 68008. The address of the designated office is 9002 N. 169th Ave, Bennington 68007. The general nature of the business to be transacted by the Company is any authorized business activity. The Company commenced on December 31, 2024 and has perpetual duration. The affairs of the Company shall be conducted by its Managers. "Posted Thursday, January 16, 2025 7:11 pm LEGAL NOTICE DREW LAW FIRM P.O. Box 462 1612 Lincoln Street Blair, Nebraska 68008 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF EVERGREEN HOLDINGS, LLC. Notice is hereby given th...[+653 chars]" 2025-01-17T00:11:10 Guest essay: Healthy Buildings Ordinance a no-brainer Jack Jordan https://evanstonroundtable.com/2025/01/16/guest-essay-healthy-buildings-ordinance-a-no-brainer https://evanstonroundtable.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/BPS-Status-Map-07172024.png US en Evanston's carbon emissions hit an all-time high in 2024. The proposed Healthy Buildings Ordinance is scheduled for a vote on Jan. 27. It would mandate that the 500 largest buildings in Evanston eliminate on-site emissions and procure renewable electricity by 2050, with interim energy reduction targets every five years. The ordinance is based on model language from the Institute for Market Transformation (IMT) and includes input from the Real Estate Roundtable, Building Owners and Managers Association, EPA and National Housing Trust. "After global carbon emissions hit an all-time high in 2024, Evanston is poised to adopt a bold new policy that would halve our community emissions over the next 25 years. This policy is the proposed H...[+6210 chars]" 2025-01-17T00:00:00 Sintana Energy Inc. Announces SEDAR Filing Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Sintana_Energy_Inc_Announces_SEDAR_Filing https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sintana Energy Inc. has filed stand-alone executive compensation disclosure for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 at the request of the government. Sintana is a company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX-V: SEI). TORONTO, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sintana Energy Inc. (TSX-V: SEI) ('Sintana' or the 'Company') announces today that it has filed stand-alone executive compensation disclosure for the fiscal ...[+43 chars] 2025-01-17T00:00:00 Sacramento 132, Houston 127 Enid News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Sacramento_132_Houston_127_z https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sui Southern Gas Company Ltd. is holding its annual general meeting (AGM) for the FY 2023-24. The AGM will discuss the financial statements for the financial year of 2017-2023 and laying of the financial statement for FY 2018-2024. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) FOR THE FY 2023-24 AND LAYING OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS THEREIN UNDER SECTIONS 132 & 223 READ WITH SECTION 147 OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2017 (Sui Southern Gas Company Ltd) 2025-01-17T00:00:00 Brussels orders X to hand over documents on algorithm The Irish Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Brussels_orders_X_to_hand_over_documents_on_algorithm_y https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Brussels has ordered Elon Musk to fully disclose recent changes made to recommendations on X. The European Commission is investigating the role of the social media platform in European politics. The investigation requires X to hand over internal documents regarding its operations. Elon Musk is the CEO of X. Brussels has ordered Elon Musk to fully disclose recent changes made to recommendations on X, stepping up an investigation into the role of the social media platform in European politics. The expanded...[+112 chars] 2025-01-17T00:00:00 Insurance Companies Will Try to Exploit the L.A. Fires. We Can't Let Them Rollingstone https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Insurance_Companies_Will_Try_to_Exploit_the_LA_Fires_We_Can_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en They say they need deregulation to help and they need the government to help them. They need it now. They want deregulation. They say they want it now, because they need it for their future. They are not satisfied with the status quo. They don't want it. They say they need deregulation to help 2025-01-17T00:00:00 SMX Unveils Advanced Protection for Cyber Hardware & Electronics ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/SMX_Unveils_Advanced_Protection_for_Cyber_Hardware_Electroni_q https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Security Matters PLC has announced the deployment of its proprietary hardware protection technology for various applications. SMX is a pioneer in digitizing physical objects for a circular economy and has a NASDAQ stock market symbol of SMXWW (NASDAQ:SMXWW). NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / January 17, 2025 / SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX)(NASDAQ:SMXWW), a pioneer in digitizing physical objects for a circular economy, has announced the...[+130 chars] 2025-01-17T00:00:00 GoldMining Announces Change to the Board of Directors PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/GoldMining_Announces_Change_to_the_Board_of_Directors_k https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Mr. Garnet Dawson and The Hon. Herb Dhaliwal have retired from GoldMining Inc. after each serving as an officer or director of the Company for more than ten years. GoldMined Inc. (TSX: GOLD) (NYSE: GLDG) is a Canadian mining company. "DESIGNATED NEWS RELEASE VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - GoldMining Inc. (the ""Company"" or ""GoldMining"") (TSX: GOLD) (NYSE: GLDG) announces that Mr. Garnet Dawson and The Hon. Herb Dhaliwal...[+118 chars]" 2025-01-17T00:00:00 GoldMining Announces Change to the Board of Directors (Form 6-K) (GoldMining Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/GoldMining_Announces_Change_to_the_Board_of_Directors_Form_6 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Mr. Garnet Dawson and The Hon. Herb Dhaliwal have been removed from the Board of Directors of GoldMining Inc. after each serving as an officer or director of the Company for more than a decade. GoldMined Inc. (TSX: GOLD; NYSE: GLDG) ") GoldMining Announces Change to the Board of Directors Vancouver, British Columbia - January 17, 2025 - GoldMining Inc. (the ""Company"" or ""GoldMining"") (TSX: GOLD; NYSE: GLDG) announces that Mr. Garn...[+106 chars]" 2025-01-17T00:00:00 Nouveau Monde Graphite set trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange Resource World https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Nouveau_Monde_Graphite_set_trade_on_the_Toronto_Stock_Exchan https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. is uplisting to the Toronto Stock Exchange. The company has received final approval from the TSX for the uplisting of common shares. The shares are expected to be listed on the board soon. Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. said it is uplisting to the Toronto Stock Exchange. The company said it has received final approval from the TSX for the uplisting of common shares on the TSX board, having...[+119 chars] 2025-01-17T00:00:00 Eason Technology Limited Announces NYSE American Removal of Trading Suspension PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Eason_Technology_Limited_Announces_NYSE_American_Removal_of_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Eason Technology Limited is a company engaged in real estate operation management and investment and digital technology security business. NYSE Regulation has withdrawn its delisting determination and will be lifting the ban on Eason Technology. .  eason.com. "HONG KONG, Jan. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Eason Technology Limited (""Eason"" or the ""Company"") (OTC: DXFFY), a company engaged in real estate operation management and investment, and digital technology ...[+130 chars]" 2025-01-17T00:00:00 Türkiye's first lady hosts Mongolian counterpart in Ankara Yeni Ṣafak https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Turkiyes_first_lady_hosts_Mongolian_counterpart_in_Ankara https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3Q2HegqO5x4/0.jpg US en 'Every pledge for a green future brings us one step closer to a sustainable future,' says Mr. Cameron..   for the green future. For more information, visit greenfuturepolicies.org.uk or on Greenpeace's website. 'Every pledge for a green future brings us one step closer to a 2025-01-17T00:00:00 EU expands investigation into social platform X Xinhua https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/EU_expands_investigation_into_social_platform_X https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Commission is taking further steps to clarify the compliance of social media platform X's recommender systems with the obligations under the Digital Services Act. Henna Virkkunen, executive vice-president for tech sovereignty, security and democracy, said on Friday. BRUSSELS, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) -- The European Commission is taking further steps to clarify the compliance of social media platform X's recommender systems with the obligations under the Digital Services...[+116 chars] 2025-01-17T00:00:00 Next Day Disclosure Return (Form 6-K) (Baozun Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/17/Next_Day_Disclosure_Return_Form_6K_Baozun_Inc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Next Day Disclosure Return (Equity issuer - changes in issued shares or treasury shares, share buybacks and/or on-market sales of treasury shares) Issuer: Baozun Inc. (a company controlled through weighted voting rights and incorporated in the Cayman) ) Next Day Disclosure Return (Equity issuer - changes in issued shares or treasury shares, share buybacks and/or on-market sales of treasury shares) Instrument: Equity issuer Status: New Submission Na...[+109 chars] 2025-01-17T00:00:00 Five stock picks for 2025 Hamish Don https://newsroom.co.nz/author/hamish-don https://i0.wp.com/newsroom.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/cropped-Screen-Shot-2025-01-23-at-3.49.12-PM.png?fit=686%2C686&ssl=1 NZ en Local sharebroking and wealth management firms were asked to nominate five NZX companies they think will do well over the year ahead. The format changed last year with participants asked to choose three NZX firms, one ASX company and one global company. Astute investors understand that any company can do well. "Skip to content Posted in Personal Wealth For many years, a New Zealand media publication has asked local sharebroking and wealth management firms to nominate five NZX companies they think will do wel...[+187 chars]" 2025-01-16T23:41:14 ESG Empowers High-quality Development, General Science Creates a 'Green Business Card' for the Tire Industry. Get News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/ESG_Empowers_Highquality_Development_General_Science_Creates https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/[] US en "The ESG concept has become the key for enterprises to achieve sustainable development. General Science (601500.SH) has actively responded to the ""environment, society, and governance"" goals.  General Science has actively contributed to the development of the concept. " "Against the backdrop of the ""dual carbon"" goals and high-quality development, the ESG concept has become the key for enterprises to achieve sustainable development.In response to this, General Science...[+80 chars]" 2025-01-16T23:36:00 DSV, 1148 - MAJOR SHAREHOLDER ANNOUNCEMENT Jan. 16, 2025 23:36 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6017445 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/OGM4ODY2NzQtMzJmYS00MjBhLThmZTgtMmRkZTExYWVkNDU3LTEwNDA0MDA=/tiny/DSV-A-S.png TW en As of 10 January 2025, BlackRock directly or indirectly controls 5.77% of the entire share capital and voting rights in DSV. BlackRock's share capital, voting rights and other financial instruments are changed as of 15 January 2025. The new shares and financial instruments control 5.76% of DSV's total share capital. "Company Announcement No. 1148 Pursuant to section 30 of the Danish Capital Markets Act it is hereby announced that BlackRock, Inc. (BlackRock) has informed DSV A/S (DSV) that BlackRock has changed its...[+2093 chars]" 2025-01-16T23:04:58 'AN ORCHESTRATED CAMPAIGN': activists began forming a unified strategy—the #ExxonKnew campaign—during a June 2012 conference in La Jolla, California' Stephen Heins https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/an-orchestrated-campaign-activists https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff5ffb2d-c7e9-425e-9560-a483b5858a5e_602x423.jpeg US en The #ExxonKnew campaign is funded and directed by wealthy donors and well-connected with scholars, journalists and politicians. It has grown into a well-funded and highly-coordinated collection of activists, politicians, lawyers, academics and pay-for-play journalists. Its goal is to establish in public's mind that ExxonMobil is a corrupt institution that has pushed humanity toward climate chaos and grave harm. Activists have targeted the company and the entire industry in various ways to create and amplify the #exxonknew narrative and obtain internal company documents. They have also partnered with friendly state attorneys general to investigate the company. "AN ORCHESTRATED CAMPAIGN 742 46 Google + 0 2 Lawsuits that focus on climate liability—suing companies to make them pay for climate change damages—are part of a long-running strategy by anti-oil and ga...[+15943 chars]" 2025-01-16T23:00:20 Encore Capital Group to Announce Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results on February 26 Encore Capital Group https://www.eagletribune.com/region/encore-capital-group-to-announce-fourth-quarter-2024-financial-results-on-february-26/article_39f4770a-ce1b-59ca-8c19-4d22a92d7cca.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Encore Capital Group, Inc. will release its financial results for the fourth quarter 2024 on February 26, 2025 after the market closes. The Company will host a conference call and slide presentation the same day at 2:00 p.m. Pacific / 5:00 pm Eastern time with Ashish Masih, President and CEO, Jonathan Clark, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Bruce Thomas, Vice President, Global Investor Relations. SAN DIEGO, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Encore Capital Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:ECPG), an international specialty finance company, announced today that it will release its financial results for the fo...[+754 chars] 2025-01-16T23:00:00 Encore Capital Group to Announce Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results on February 26 Encore Capital Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/encore-capital-group-announce-fourth-230000151.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/06c8a82b6cc2b645a09360acb6ad02b6 US en Encore Capital Group, Inc. will release its financial results for the fourth quarter 2024 on February 26, 2025 after the market closes. The Company will host a conference call and slide presentation the same day at 2:00 p.m. Pacific / 5:00 pm Eastern time with Ashish Masih, President and CEO, Jonathan Clark, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Bruce Thomas, Vice President, Global Investor Relations. The public can access the live webcast via the Investor Relations page of Encore's website. SAN DIEGO, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Encore Capital Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:ECPG), an international specialty finance company, announced today that it will release its financial results for the fo...[+2012 chars] 2025-01-16T22:34:15 Starbucks director Mellody Hobson to exit board https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/starbucks-director-mellody-hobson-to-exit-board/ar-AA1xkPkV US en Mellody Hobson, a member of Starbucks' board of directors, has decided not to seek reelection at the upcoming 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. She will continue to serve on the board until the end of her current term. Hobson's departure is not due to any disagreement with Starbucks on matters of operations, policies, or practices. Starbucks introduced a new code of conduct for its cafes in North America, aiming to enhance customer and staff safety and experience. The company is known for its commitment to ethical business practices and corporate responsibility. SEATTLE, WA – Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:SBUX), a prominent player in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure industry with a market capitalization of $107.19 billion, announced today that Mellody Hobson, a mem...[+2911 chars] 2025-01-16T22:13:00 Google refuses to add fact checks despite EU pressure Axios https://www.malaysiasun.com/news/274950611/google-refuses-to-add-fact-checks-despite-eu-pressure-axios https://cdn.bignewsnetwork.com/rtc1737065622.jpg MY en Google will not integrate fact-checking features into its search results or YouTube content, despite the requirements of a new European Union law. Google's global affairs president, Kent Walker, wrote to Renate Nikolay, a deputy director general at the European Commission, explaining the company's stance. "The US tech giant has declined to adhere to the bloc's new rules on ?disinformation? Google has reaffirmed it will not integrate fact-checking features into its search results or YouTube content, desp...[+2681 chars]" 2025-01-16T22:10:02 Greenidge generation CFO Mulvihill sells shares worth $1,178 https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/greenidge-generation-cfo-mulvihill-sells-shares-worth-1-178/ar-AA1xkCDG US en Christian Mulvihill, the Chief Financial Officer of Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:GREE), sold 723 shares of the company's Class A common stock at a price of $1.63 each, amounting to $1,178. The transaction comes as GREE trades near $1:73, down nearly 58% over the past year. The company's Board of Directors approved an expansion of 700,000 shares to its equity incentive plan, raising the total to 1,583,111 shares. Greenidge produced 167 bitcoin in the third quarter. Christian Mulvihill, the Chief Financial Officer of Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:GREE), recently sold 723 shares of the company's Class A common stock. The shares were sold at a price of...[+2278 chars] 2025-01-16T22:06:39 Greentree Holdings offers to acquire 35pc stake in TRG Our Correspondent https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1272985-greentree-holdings-offers-to-acquire-35pc-stake-in-trg https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-17/l_1272985_030639_updates.jpg PK en Greentree Holdings wants to acquire up to 35.15 per cent shareholding in TRG Pakistan Limited, equating to 191,690,015 ordinary shares. This move could alter the company's governance and shareholder dynamics and is a pivotal moment for the company. "KARACHI: TRG Pakistan Limited has officially disclosed material information regarding a significant development in its shareholding structure. The company in a statement to the Pakistan Stock Exchange...[+456 chars]" 2025-01-16T22:03:07 Investors urge Walmart not to 'give into bullying' on diversity Kate Gibson https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/16/investors-urge-walmart-not-to-give-into-bullying-on-diversity https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Investors-urge-Walmart-not-to-give-into-bullying-on-diversity.jpg US en Dozens of shareholders representing $266 billion in assets are calling on Walmart to explain the business reasons for changing its diversity policy. The world's largest retailer in November joined a growing list of corporations ditching their DEI programs after coming under attack by conservative activists. Amalgamated Bank, Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids and Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility want a meeting with Walmart leaders. "Dozens of shareholders representing $266 billion in assets are calling on Walmart to spell out the business reasons for backpedaling on the retailer's Investors including Amalgamated Bank and Dominica...[+1940 chars]" 2025-01-16T21:59:43 STBX stock touches 52-week low at $1.04 amid market challenges https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/stbx-stock-touches-52-week-low-at-1-04-amid-market-challenges/ar-AA1xkM94 US en Starbox Holdings (STBX) stock has recorded a new 52-week low, dipping to $1.04. The company's $48.47M market valuation is below its Fair Value. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains impressive gross profit margins of 83.46%. The company recently deployed its StarboxAI Pro Series software to 180 Degrees Brandcom Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary advertising agency. In a challenging market environment, Starbox Holdings (STBX) stock has recorded a new 52-week low, dipping to $1.04. This latest price level reflects a significant downturn for the company, with a sta...[+1935 chars] 2025-01-16T21:56:00 Greentree to acquire 35.147pc TRG stake Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40343151/greentree-to-acquire-35147pc-trg-stake https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/01/67896b97b4cb1.jpg PK en Greentree Holdings Limited has formally issued a public announcement of offer to acquire up to 35.147 percent shareholding and control of TRG Pakistan Limited. AKD Securities Limited on behalf of the acquirer submitted the offer to the Pakistan Stock Exchange on Thursday. "KARACHI: Greentree Holdings Limited has formally issued a public announcement of offer to acquire up to 35.147 percent shareholding and control of TRG Pakistan Limited. 'AKD Securities Limited on beha...[+411 chars]" 2025-01-16T21:54:11 Amendment to Initial Registration Statement (Form S-1/A) (Catalyst Crew Technologies Corp) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/Amendment_to_Initial_Registration_Statement_Form_S1_A_Cataly https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OjHX7jf-znA/0.jpg US en As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 16, 2025, Cebb is an emerging growth company. It filed Form S-1/AAmendment No. 1: Prospectus Summary - Implications of Being an Emerging Growth Company and a Smaller Reporting Company. ) cbbb_s1a.htmAs filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 16, 2025Registration No. 333-284181UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWASHINGTON, D.C. 20549__________________...[+139 chars] 2025-01-16T21:01:50 Brenmiller Energy Ltd. Regains Compliance with Nasdaq Minimum Closing Bid Price Rule Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/brenmiller-energy-ltd-regains-compliance-with-nasdaq-minimum-closing-bid-price-rule/article_4079af73-c925-50d1-bd3e-58a6e742a66b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Brenmiller Energy Ltd. is a leading global provider of thermal energy storage solutions for industrial and utility customers. Nasdaq has informed Brenmiller that the Company has regained compliance with the minimum bid price requirement for continued listing set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2). "Brenmiller Energy Ltd. (""Brenmiller"", ""Brenmiller Energy' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: BNRG), a leading global provider of thermal energy storage ('TES') solutions for industrial and utility customers, ...[+371 chars]" 2025-01-16T20:50:00 SCCE Releases 2025 update of The Complete Compliance and Ethics Manual Society https://daily-journal.com/online_features/press_releases/scce-releases-2025-update-of-the-complete-compliance-and-ethics-manual/article_462d8ba5-92fb-5b63-bea3-f1c11fd82d7f.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/daily-journal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/2/76/276adab0-f9f9-5d16-a961-d6fd3d771ac9/678a17457734c.image.jpg?crop=750%2C394%2C0%2C178&resize=750%2C394&order=crop%2Cresize US en The Complete Compliance and Ethics Manual 2025 is an exhaustive reference for compliance & ethics professionals at all levels of experience. The publication is offered in two formats: in print as a softcover two-volume set and as a searchable online resource through annual subscription. A print + online bundle is also available at significant savings. MINNEAPOLIS, /PRNewswire/ -- Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics ® (SCCE ®) is pleased to announce the release of The Complete Compliance and Ethics Manual 2025 — an exhaustive reference for co...[+310 chars] 2025-01-16T20:39:10 TDCX Singapore reinforces data privacy commitment with Data Protection Trustmark Certification Devki Yadav https://newspatrolling.com/tdcx-singapore-reinforces-data-privacy-commitment-with-data-protection-trustmark-certification https://www.newspatrolling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/favicon-newspatrolling.png IN en TDCX helps clients achieve their customer experience aspirations by harnessing technology, human intelligence and its global footprint. It serves clients in fintech, gaming, technology, travel and hospitality, digital advertising and social media, streaming and e-commerce. TDCX's expertise and strong footprint in Asia has made it a trusted partner for clients, particularly high-growth, new economy companies. Singapore-headquartered TDCX provides transformative digital CX solutions, enabling world-leading and disruptive brands to acquire new customers, to build customer loyalty and to protect their online ...[+1023 chars] 2025-01-16T20:25:53 Emera Incorporated Announces Dividend Rates for Series F and Series G First Preferred Shares Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/emera-incorporated-announces-dividend-rates-for-series-f-and-series-g-first-preferred-shares/article_a7a0f9b9-f3a3-543a-89ac-cc6e8e059130.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Emera Incorporated announced today the applicable dividend rates for its Cumulative Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series F and Series G. The dividends are payable if declared by the Board of Directors of the Company as and when they are deemed appropriate by the Company. Emera Incorporated ('Emera' or the 'Company') (TSX: EMA) announced today the applicable dividend rates for its Cumulative Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series F (the 'Series F Shares') and Cumula...[+165 chars] 2025-01-16T20:24:03 Inside ECG's financial maze: GHS 303 million in unexplained ‘tax offsets' found by PwC audit Richard Sena Quashie https://3news.com/business/energy/ecgs-financial-maze-ghs-303-million-unexplained-tax-offsets-found-pwc-audit https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Inside-ECGs-financial-.png GH en PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) audit of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has uncovered GHS 303.48 million in unexplained 'tax offsets' in November 2023 and GHS 50 million in December 2023. ECG did not provide any supporting documentation or clear rationale for the transactions. The company's failure to reconcile tax records with GRA filings contributed to the discrepancies. The audit also revealed a pattern of financial irregularities at ECG. A forensic audit of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has uncovered GHS 303.48 million in unexplained 'tax offsets,' raising serious questions about financial transparency and revenue allocation ...[+3323 chars] 2025-01-16T20:22:50 NMG Announces Uplisting to the Toronto Stock Exchange Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/nmg-announces-uplisting-to-the-toronto-stock-exchange https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250115817468r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. is uplisting to the Toronto Stock Exchange effective January 20, 2025. The Company has received the final approval of the TSX for the uplisting of common shares of the capital of the Corporation. The Common Shares will be voluntarily delisted from, and will no longer trade on theTSXV, effective at the market close on January 17, 2525. "Article content Uplisting to TSX approved upon key milestones attainment, effective January 20, 2025 NMG's dual listing on North American leading stock exchanges provide extended access to capital mar...[+912 chars]" 2025-01-16T20:17:00 NMG Announces Uplisting to the Toronto Stock Exchange Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nmg-announces-uplisting-toronto-stock-201700932.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/a6516fc2a2daadcd53fd3279f772e6f4 US en Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. (NMG) is uplisting to the Toronto Stock Exchange effective January 20, 2025. NMG's dual listing on North American leading stock exchanges provide extended access to capital markets supporting the Company's development. The Company is developing a fully integrated ore-to-battery-material source of graphite-based active anode material in Quebec, Canada. "Uplisting to TSX approved upon key milestones attainment, effective January 20, 2025 NMG's dual listing on North American leading stock exchanges provide extended access to capital markets supporting ...[+7079 chars]" 2025-01-16T20:16:40 NMG Announces Uplisting to the Toronto Stock Exchange Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/nmg-announces-uplisting-to-the-toronto-stock-exchange/article_4272aeaa-4f2b-5d16-8710-c72a1f16212d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82ebee74-4c80-11ec-942f-cf2743f1e0ea.jpg?resize=200%2C200 US en Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. (TSX: NOU) is uplisting to the Toronto Stock Exchange. The Common Shares will begin trading on the TSX under the ticker symbol 'NOU' effective January 20, 2025. NMG is developing a fully integrated ore-to-battery-material source of graphite-based active anode material in Québec, Canada. With major commercial, financing and corporate development milestones reached in 2024, Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. ('NMG' or the 'Company') ( NYSE: NMG, TSXV: NOU) is uplisting to the Toronto Stock Ex...[+6810 chars] 2025-01-16T20:00:00 Proposals of the Shareholders' Nomination Board of Siili Solutions Plc to the AGM 2025 Jan. 16, 2025 20:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6017244 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Annual General Meeting of Siili Solutions Plc will be held on 8 April 2025. Shareholders' Nomination Board proposes to the AGM that the Board of Directors be re-elected and that Sebastian Nyström be elected as a new member of the Board. The remuneration of the board members remains the same. "Proposals of the Shareholders' Nomination Board of Siili Solutions Plc to the AGM 2025 Siili Solutions Plc Stock Exchange Release 16 January 2025 at 14:00 EET The Annual General Meeting of Siili Solut...[+4100 chars]" 2025-01-16T19:55:00 The Hanover Recognized by Newsweek and the Human Rights Campaign Foundation PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hanover-recognized-newsweek-human-rights-195500676.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/35e6bb11447dbde0391d2323e485cdbd US en The Hanover Insurance Group has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Responsible Companies and by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation with a score of 100 on its Corporate Equality Index. This is the fourth consecutive year The Hanover has earned the Newsweek recognition and the seventh consecutive recognition from the HRC Foundation. WORCESTER, Mass., Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG) recently has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Responsible Companies and by the Human R...[+3051 chars] 2025-01-16T19:24:31 Dozens of MEPs write to EU Commission expressing 'deep concern' over Elon Musk's interference AFP https://www.thejournal.ie/dozens-of-meps-write-to-eu-commision-expressing-deep-concern-over-elon-musks-interference-6596133-Jan2025 https://img2.thejournal.ie/article/6596133/river/?height=400&version=6596162 IE en 38 MEPs express 'deep concern' over Elon Musk's interference in European politics in a letter to senior members of the European Commission. They accuse him of artificially making his posts more visible to promote his personal views and'misleading content' on his X social media platform. The EU launched a DSA probe into X in December 2023. DOZENS OF EU Parliament members have expressed 'deep concern' over Elon Musk's interference in European politics in a letter to senior members of the European Commission, calling on Brussels to protec...[+1890 chars] 2025-01-16T18:54:30 Commentary: Now is not the time to backtrack on commitment to diversity – Chicago Tribune* Joanna Brown https://wirepoints.org/commentary-now-is-not-the-time-to-backtrack-on-commitment-to-diversity-chicago-tribune https://eadn-wc01-3158345.nxedge.io/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Facebook-Cover-No-Social-Media-scaled.jpg US en Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law in 2019 requiring public corporations with headquarters in Illinois to disclose annual data regarding the racial, ethnic and gender diversity of their boards. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign report notes that minorities remain underrepresented on boards. "Willie Wilson: ""In 2019, Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation into law requiring public corporations with headquarters in Illinois to disclose annual data regarding the racial, ethnic and gender divers...[+231 chars]" 2025-01-16T18:30:00 Here's a way cutting government waste would actually help those in need Cheryl Sing https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/story/8867894/opinion-reducing-government-waste-reusing-corporate-laptops https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/pMXRnDj3SUU44AkPpn97sC/3ab5ee48-4286-4aaa-be95-8978cbdfc39d.jpg/r0_615_8688_5176_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en Only 10 per cent of the millions of laptops sold in Australia every year are recycled. The corporate sector purchases replacement laptops every four years. The NSW government doesn't have a policy on what it does with its laptops. In 2023 the US Congress signed a bill updating how the federal government is allowed to dispose of its used and surplus computers. Every year a huge number of perfectly good and working laptops are discarded, despite there also being a huge number of people living in this country who don't have a computer - to look for jobs, refu...[+12215 chars] 2025-01-16T18:13:53 PwC audit report uncovers GHS 567 million revenue discrepancy at ECG Richard Sena Quashie https://3news.com/business/energy/pwc-audit-report-uncovers-ghs-567-million-revenue-discrepancy-at-ecg https://3news.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ECC-Dubik-PwC.png GH en PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) audit of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) found a significant revenue discrepancy of GHS 567 million between October and December 2023. PwC's report attributes this discrepancy to the Customer Waterfall Mechanism (CWM) and ECG's Cash Settlement Platform (CSP). ECG under-declared its revenues. The report also highlights systemic inefficiencies, including the management of over 80 bank accounts, which complicates financial oversight. The release of the report coincides with the inauguration of Ghana's new president, John Dramani Mahama. "The recent audit of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has uncovered a significant revenue discrepancy of GHS 567 million. This discrepancy, identified in...[+3120 chars]" 2025-01-16T18:09:43 ECG requires ₵600 million monthly to operate efficiently https://www.myjoyonline.com/ecg-requires-%E2%82%B5600-million-monthly-to-operate-efficiently-former-md https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image-419.png GH en Samuel Dubik Mahama is the former Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). He revealed that ECG needs about ₵600 million each month to operate efficiently. ECG cannot borrow money from banks as it is restricted under the Public Financial Management (PFM) Act, which requires proper clearance before taking on any debt. "The former Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Samuel Dubik Mahama, has revealed that the company needs approximately ₵600 million each month to operate efficiently. Speaking ...[+1960 chars]" 2025-01-16T18:03:48 Ecosia and Qwant: Pioneering the European Search Revolution Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3227704-ecosia-and-qwant-pioneering-the-european-search-revolution https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_18_33_47_4854533.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Search Perspective (EUSP) project will offer greater control for European companies over search results. Legal actions have spotlighted antitrust issues, paving the way for the EUSP project as an alternative to Google's nearly 90% market share. The project is taking strides towards environmental responsibility by incorporating AI tools for more eco-friendly search recommendations. In a significant move to disrupt the monopoly of U.S. tech giants in the search engine realm, Germany's Ecosia and France's Qwant have collaborated to develop the European Search Perspective (EUSP) – ...[+804 chars] 2025-01-16T17:40:00 Euronext to reshape Amsterdam stock indices https://nltimes.nl/2025/01/16/euronext-reshape-amsterdam-stock-indices https://nltimes.nl/sites/nltimes.nl/files/styles/news_article_full_desktop_2x/public/2022-04/IMG_6726.jpg?h=71976bb4 NL en Euronext plans to overhaul the stock indices in Amsterdam. Main index AEX will expand from 25 to 30 companies, while the small-cap index will shrink from 20 to 20. Euronext is set to consult stakeholders about the plan until March, with the new structure potentially taking effect as early as June. Euronext, the pan-European exchange operator, plans to overhaul the stock indices in Amsterdam, sources familiar with the matter confirmed. The main index, AEX, will expand from 25 to 30 companies, wh...[+761 chars] 2025-01-16T17:33:52 Under-declaration isn't a criminal offence – Former ECG MD defends shortfall in revenue https://www.myjoyonline.com/under-declaration-isnt-a-criminal-offence-former-ecg-md-defends-shortfall-in-revenue https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cropped-cropped-myjoyonline-logo-2-1-32x32.png GH en Samuel Dubik Mahama is the former Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). According to the 2025 Ghana Energy Sector Recovery Programme report, ECG under-declared a total of GH$490 million between October and December 2023. Mr Mahama claims the discrepancies arose because the company needed to pay salaries and other expenses before remitting the revenue to the state. "The former Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Samuel Dubik Mahama, says under-declaration of revenues is not a criminal offence. As such, he sees no issue with the recent rep...[+1207 chars]" 2025-01-16T17:33:52 Under-declaration isn't a criminal offence – Former ECG MD responds to audit report https://www.myjoyonline.com/under-declaration-isnt-a-criminal-offence-former-ecg-md-responds-to-audit-report https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cropped-cropped-myjoyonline-logo-2-1-32x32.png GH en Samuel Dubik Mahama is the former Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). According to the 2025 Ghana Energy Sector Recovery Programme report, ECG under-declared a total of GH$490 million between October and December 2023. Mr Mahama claims the discrepancies arose because the company needed to pay salaries and other expenses before remitting the revenue to the state. "The former Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Samuel Dubik Mahama, says under-declaration of revenues is not a criminal offence. As such, he sees no issue with the recent rep...[+1207 chars]" 2025-01-16T17:24:46 Ethical, organic, regenerative: What does it all mean for sustainability? Teodora Lyubomirova http://agriculture.einnews.com/article_detail/777602826/YfFB-JPwo0aZptlw https://www.dairyreporter.com/resizer/v2/KES7F5NPSFIXRCBI3YIAXNNTRE.jpg?smart=true&auth=0ca2e022dcf643b2cb23950c63caee812090db5ba07764bca3b85ecf9c54154b&width=1200&height=630 UA en The Ethical Dairy's Rainton Farm is the first and still the only commercial dairy farm in the UK to follow the 'cow with calf' method. David and Wilma Finlay's dairy is certified organic, pasture-based, antibiotic-free and net-zero carbon. They left all dairy calves with their mothers for up to 6 months before weaning and give retiring cows a year off before entering the food chain. They stopped deep cultivation and ploughing 25 years ago and applied composted farm waste to pastures. From diversifying into dairy alternatives to leveraging greenhouse gas reduction strategies and efficiency improvements on conventional farms, dairy companies continuously seek to address market- and ...[+14417 chars] 2025-01-16T17:03:52 Kirloskar Family dispute escalates at SAT over disclosure of family settlement agreement Neha Joshi https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/kirloskar-family-dispute-escalates-at-sat-over-disclosure-of-family-settlement-agreement-11737038602846.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/16/1600x900/INDIA-SEBI-CUSTODIANS-0_1734329003526_1737046569061.JPG IN en Kirloskar Brothers Ltd (KBL) is seeking intervention in the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) in the ongoing dispute with Kirlosker Oil Engines Ltd (KOEL) over a 2009 Deed of Family Settlement (DFS). The dispute centres on the disclosure and implementation of the DFS, signed in 2009 between prominent members of the Kirlo's family and affiliated business entities. Sebi advised KOEL to disclose the D FS in December 2024, but KOEL claims it does not have any obligations to do so. "Summary Kirloskar Brothers Ltd pursues SAT intervention in the ongoing dispute with Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd over a 2009 Family Settlement disclosure. Despite Sebi's directive for transparency, KOEL ...[+2719 chars]" 2025-01-16T17:00:45 Conservative group pressures Disney to end political censorship Tags https://www.naturalnews.com/2025-01-16-adf-pressures-disney-to-end-political-censorship.html https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2025/01/Mickey-And-Minnie-Mouse-Wave-Disneyland.jpg US en "Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) met with Disney officials to address concerns over the company's past involvement in Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM). GARM was an initiative that aimed to promote ""brand safety"" but ended up demonetizing right-of-center news outlets and platforms. ADF and its partners have filed over 50 resolutions on issues such as de-platforming and diversity, equity and inclusion mandates and will continue to advocate for transparency at Disney." "Conservative group pressures Disney to end political censorship The Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF), a conservative legal group, met with Disney officials to address concerns over the company's past ...[+5567 chars]" 2025-01-16T17:00:00 Rexel: New date for Rexel's full-year results REXEL https://finance.yahoo.com/news/rexel-date-rexel-full-results-170000009.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/3e47eb09efd3da2795a6366d1bfdb3f1 US en The publication of Rexel's full-year 2024 results and conference call has been brought forward to Wednesday, February 12, 2025 after market close. Rexel operates through a network of more than 1,950 branches in 19 countries with more than 26,500 employees. The Group's sales were €19.2 billion in 2023. "New date for Rexel's full-year results The publication of Rexel's full-year 2024 results and accompanying conference call, which had initially been scheduled for February 13, 2025, have been brought f...[+1611 chars]" 2025-01-16T16:56:45 BIC: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares forming the capital as of December 31, 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/17/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/bic-disclosure-of-total-number-of-voting-rights-and-number-of-shares-forming-the-capital-as-of-december-31-2024/2040279 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/17/517203.gif PH en As of December 31, 2024, the total number of issued shares of SOCIÉTÉ BIC is 41,621,162 shares. BIC's commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable, and trusted products has established BIC as a symbol of reliability and innovation. "Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares forming the capital as of December 31, 2024 Clichy, France - January 16, 2025 Article L 233-8-II of the French ""Code de Commerce' and A...[+1148 chars]" 2025-01-16T16:55:38 Korea Investment Holdings gets 'A' for ESG from MSCI SHIN HA-NEE https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/640/0000064417 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/640/2025/01/16/0000064417_001_20250116165611201.jpg?type=w800 KR en Korea Investment Holdings received an A rating in an environmental, social and governance (ESG) assessment from Morgan Stanley Capital International. It is a significant three-notch upgrade from its evaluation last year. The firm incorporated ESG criteria in its investment decision-making process and established a system for involvement in sustainable management practices in the companies it invests in. Korea Investment Holdings received an A rating in an environmental, social and governance (ESG) assessment from Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI), a significant three-notch upgrade from its ...[+1138 chars] 2025-01-16T16:36:39 Green Building Initiative Unveils Green Globes Journey to Net Zero™ Assessment & Certification for Commercial & Multifamily Real Estate https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/17/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/green-building-initiative-unveils-green-globes-journey-to-net-zero-assessment-certification-for-commercial-multifamily-real-estate/2040269 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/17/517185.jpg PH en GBI adds Green Globes Journey to Net Zero to its assessment and third-party certification suite as a scalable solution to decarbonize the built environment. The program is intended for owners or managers of any building to evaluate current site Energy Use Intensity (EUI) and carbon emissions (CO2e) on the pathway to net zero. "GBI adds Green Globes Journey to Net Zero™ to its assessment and third-party certification suite as a scalable solution to decarbonize the built environment PORTLAND, Ore., Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWI...[+3361 chars]" 2025-01-16T16:05:00 Financial calender for funds managed by Storebrand Asset Management AS Jan. 16, 2025 16:05 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6017037 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/NDNmYmZmYWMtY2Q5ZC00ZDQ5LTliNjItNGM3ZDcxZWM0N2I3LTExNzg3MTg=/tiny/Storebrand-Asset-Management-AS.png TW en The funds are listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and available for trading during the Nasdaq opening hours. Jyske Bank is acting as the market maker and will ensure transferability for the funds. Storebrand is Norway's largest private asset manager with an AuM of around DKK 900 billion. "Lysaker, 16 January 2025 FINANCIAL YEAR 2024 30.04.2025 – Annual Report 2024 FINANCIAL YEAR 2025 27.03.2025 – Election meeting 10.07.2025 – Semi annual Report 2025 24.04.2026 – Annual Report 2025 The ...[+1568 chars]" 2025-01-16T16:02:55 PSE releases ESG compliance guide CEDTy Clea https://www.bworldonline.com/corporate/2025/01/17/647265/pse-releases-esg-compliance-guide https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PSE-facade.jpg PH en The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) has launched a sustainability reporting guidebook for publicly listed companies to enhance their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance. The guidebook contains updated sustainability reporting regulations, data, and best practices relevant to Philippine listed companies. "THE PHILIPPINE Stock Exchange (PSE) recently launched a sustainability reporting guidebook for publicly listed companies to enhance environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance. The guideboo...[+2101 chars]" 2025-01-16T16:01:18 How Volvo wants to save the planet with EVs, digital twins Dean Takahashi https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/how-volvo-wants-to-save-the-planet-with-evs-digital-twins-lars-stenqvist-15d6395bc8ce3df20d2bb099cfeba3285436722e https://venturebeat.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/volvo-digital-twin.jpg FR en Volvo Group made a big bet after the Paris agreement on climate change to lead the world when it comes to electric vehicles and sustainable development. Lars Stenqvist is CTO of Volvo Group. He talked about the systemic shift Volvo wants to see in sustainable transportation and the importance of digital twins. "Volvo Group made a big bet after the Paris agreement on climate change to lead the world when it comes to electric vehicles and sustainable development. And during a keynote talk at CES 2025, Martin L...[+1786 chars]" 2025-01-16T16:00:31 My Take: Actionable sustainability data needs collaborative approach Bryan Mcgovern https://www.benefitscanada.com/news/cir-news-news/my-take-actionable-sustainability-investment-data-needs-collaborative-approach https://www.benefitscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2021/02/Corporation-climate-change.jpg CA en The Canadian Sustainability Standards Board released the disclosure guidelines last year. The group of Canada's 10 largest pension funds urged Canadian companies to improve their material sustainability-related information reporting. Global asset manager BlackRock announced it would leave the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero, which launched in 2021. "Read: How Canada's large pension funds are approaching green investment disclosures After much anticipation, last year saw the official launch of the disclosure guidelines built by the Canadian Sustai...[+4063 chars]" 2025-01-16T16:00:00 PSE issues guidance on sustainability reporting Richmond Mercurio https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/01/17/2414708/pse-issues-guidance-sustainability-reporting https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/01/16/pse_2025-01-16_19-19-14.jpg PH en The PSE has developed a guidance document on sustainability reporting for publicly listed companies. The document is titled 'ESG 101: A reporting guidebook'. It is based on the 2015 Model Guidance on Reporting ESG Information to Investors of the UN Sustainable Stock Exchanges Initiative. MANILA, Philippines — To promote more transparent, credible and efficient capital market, the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) has come out with a guidance document on sustainability reporting for publ...[+2163 chars] 2025-01-16T15:56:15 DSV, 1148 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/16/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/dsv-1148-major-shareholder-announcement/2040249 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/16/517158.jpg PH en BlackRock informed DSV A/S that it has changed its holding of shares/voting rights and of other financial instruments acc. to section 39(2) of the Danish Capital Markets Act in DSV as follows:Change as of 10 January 2025, and as of 15 January 2025. "Company Announcement No. 1148 Pursuant to section 30 of the Danish Capital Markets Act it is hereby announced that BlackRock, Inc. (BlackRock) has informed DSV A/S (DSV) that BlackRock has changed its...[+412 chars]" 2025-01-16T15:29:13 Sustainable leadership: building businesses that last Ernest De-Graft https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/Sustainable_leadership_building_businesses_that_last https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/[] US en In today's global and local markets, CEOs are not just measured by profits, but by the sustainability of their businesses. Sustainable leadership involves balancing economic success with environmental responsibility. Ernest De-Graft EGYIR is CEO of Ernest De Graft Egyir. By Ernest De-Graft EGYIRIn today's global and local markets, CEOs are not just measured by profits but by the sustainability of their businesses.Sustainable leadership involves balancing economic succ...[+38 chars] 2025-01-16T15:15:06 Korea Investment's ESG rating gets upgrade on MSCI No. 차이나 리포트 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/044/0000265640 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/044/2025/01/16/0000265640_001_20250116151506606.jpg?type=w800 KR en Korea Investment Holdings, the company behind South Korea's leading brokerage house Korea Investment & Securities, earned an MSCI rating upgrade for its efforts to boost environmental, social and governance initiatives. The rating was upgraded by three notches from second-lowest 'B' to the third-top notch 'A.' "Headquarters of Korea Investment & Securities in Yeouido, western Seoul (Korea Investment & Securities) Korea Investment Holdings, the company behind South Korea's leading brokerage house Korea Invest...[+1265 chars]" 2025-01-16T15:05:44 Musk sued over delayed disclosure of Twitter acquisition Niall Kitson https://www.techcentral.ie/musk-sued-over-delayed-disclosure-of-twitter-acquisition https://www.techcentral.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Twitter-Musk-Vignette-GettyImages-1244619223.jpg IE en Elon Musk is being sued by the US Securities & Exchange Commission regarding his 2022 acquisition of Twitter. The SEC claims that Musk delayed disclosing his ownership interest in Twitter beyond the legally required threshold of 5%. This allowed him to buy additional shares at a lower price. Gary Gensler, the current head of the SEC, has announced his resignation. "Change in head at SEC a sign that legal action likely to be dismissed Trade Elon Musk is facing legal action from the US Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding his 2022 acquisition of Twitte...[+1588 chars]" 2025-01-16T15:00:00 Post-DEI America: a profitable future unfolds Blazetv Staff https://www.theblaze.com/shows/stu-does-america/post-dei-america-a-profitable-future-unfolds https://www.theblaze.com/media-library/image.jpg?id=55630695&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C0%2C0%2C120 US en Stu Burguiere of 'Stu Does America' believes that corporate DEI is dying as businesses are focusing on their customers. American Airlines and Pfizer are being sued over their ESG investing strategy. Donald Trump's election may be having an effect on these companies as well. "Has the time come for corporate DEI to die? It would seem so, as businesses are rediscovering profitability by refocusing on their customers rather than black squares or woke packaging. 'We're seeing ...[+2112 chars]" 2025-01-16T15:00:00 More than checking boxes: Reporters share how they bring diverse perspectives to business stories Julianne Culey https://businessjournalism.org/2025/01/diversity https://businessjournalism.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/pexels-gabby-k-5997190.jpg US en Companies like Meta and McDonalds are rolling back their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts. Business journalists say it's more important than ever for their colleagues to continue pushing for diversity in their newsrooms, sources and the stories they cover. The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) hosted a virtual panel discussion on practical strategies to bring diverse perspectives to business stories. Panelists included Maria Curi, tech policy reporter at Axios, Ana Teresa Solá, personal finance reporter at CNBC, and Laura Zelenko, global head of editorial standards at Bloomberg News. At a time when companies such as Meta and McDonalds are rolling back their diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) efforts, voices within the business journalism community say it's more important than eve...[+6527 chars] 2025-01-16T14:30:42 Benevity Report Predicts Surge in CSR Investment Amid Heightened Public Scrutiny https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/united-kingdom-45b53d06eafedc58c0879196df18a91d https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Benevity, Inc., the market-leading global provider of social impact software, released The Executive CSR Report. The report shows that 76% of executives plan to increase CSR investment in the year to come. CSR is evolving from a siloed function to business critical and integrated into operations. CALGARY, Alberta, January 16, 2025 /3BL/ - Benevity, Inc., the market-leading global provider of social impact software, today released The Executive CSR Report, detailing new research that shows incr...[+3943 chars] 2025-01-16T14:30:00 Scrutinising the LG's role in the Yamuna clean-up Anmol Pritam https://www.newslaundry.com/2025/01/16/scrutinising-the-lgs-role-in-the-yamuna-clean-up https://media.assettype.com/newslaundry%2F2025-01-16%2Fku3na2da%2FAI-5.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 US en Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena was made chairperson of the high-level committee to tackle pollution in the Yamuna. The panel has held at least 10 meetings between January 2023 and August 2024. LG Saxena attended only five of them. The first meeting had come up with a seven-point action plan. "In January 2023, the National Green Tribunal formed a high-level committee to tackle pollution in the Yamuna. Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena was made its chairperson. The panel has held at least 10 mee...[+532 chars]" 2025-01-16T14:23:00 Kuehn Law Encourages ENFN, EDBL, OMIC, and JWN Investors to Contact Law Firm KUEHN LAW https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/financial-services-833e8e3a312123e93d50d42af4ee4b7b https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Kuehn Law is investigating potential claims related to the below-listed proposed mergers. Enfusion, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement with Clearwater Analytics for $11.25 per share. Edible Garden AG will acquire Narayan and its subsidiaries. Singular Genomics Systems will become a private company. Nordstrom Inc. will merge with El Puerto de Liverpool, S.A.B. de C.V. for $24.25 in cash per share and the Nordstrom family will hold majority ownership. NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kuehn Law, PLLC, a shareholder litigation law firm, is investigating potential claims related to the below-listed proposed mergers. Kuehn Law may seek addit...[+2091 chars] 2025-01-16T14:09:52 CVC Income & Growth Limited resells shares to meet demand https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/cvc-income-growth-limited-resells-shares-to-meet-demand/ar-AA1xjhAQ US en CVC Income & Growth Limited has resold 250,000 Sterling shares from its treasury stock for cash. The shares were sold at a price of £1.2107 per Sterling Share on January 16, 2025. The company's issued share capital, excluding treasury shares, now stands at 84,371,105 ordinary Euro shares and 122,474,157 ordinary Sterling shares with no par value. LONDON - CVC Income & Growth Limited (LSE:CIGL) announced today that it has resold 250,000 Sterling shares from its treasury stock for cash, to satisfy the continued demand for the company's shares. T...[+1347 chars] 2025-01-16T14:05:05 Rockwell Automation Releases 2024 Sustainability Report https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/rockwell-automation-releases-2024-sustainability-report-0432db66a135038e763b6bb75d84d2c8 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Rockwell Automation, Inc. published its 2024 Sustainability Report. Rockwell is the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, providing solutions to manufacturers in more than 100 countries. The report highlights the company's sustainability initiatives and how it's creating innovative, sustainable products and solutions. Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) today published its 2024 Sustainability Report, which highlights the company's sustainability strategy, outcomes, and progress to help build sustainable customers...[+1904 chars] 2025-01-16T14:04:57 Benevity report predicts surge in CSR investment amid heightened public scrutiny Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/benevity-report-predicts-surge-in-csr-investment-amid-heightened-public-scrutiny https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzMjU5MSM2Njk1NzA2IzIwOTIxMDU= CA en Benevity, Inc., the market-leading global provider of social impact software, released The Executive CSR Report. 76% of executives plan to increase CSR investment in the year to come. CSR is evolving from a siloed function to business critical and integrated into operations. CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Benevity, Inc., the market-leading global provider of social impact software, today released The Executive CSR Report, detailing new research that sh...[+508 chars] 2025-01-16T14:04:57 Benevity report predicts surge in CSR investment amid heightened public scrutiny Globe Newswire https://www.chathamdailynews.ca/globe-newswire/benevity-report-predicts-surge-in-csr-investment-amid-heightened-public-scrutiny https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/dacbb4d6d68d06d07a0d4253aaa78393?s=70&d=mp CA en Survey reveals 76% of executives are committed to increasing CSR budgets, viewing it as key to driving business ROI. CSR is evolving from a siloed function to business critical and integrated into operations, as executives increasingly see it as a way to achieve business goals. Nearly a third of executives allocate more than 10% of their total corporate budget to CSR, with 47% allocating between 6-10%. "Published Jan 16, 2025 • 4 minute read Survey reveals 76% of executives are committed to increasing CSR budgets, viewing it as key to driving business ROI CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWI...[+8253 chars]" 2025-01-16T14:04:15 Rubber Board launches projects for raising global value and ramping up domestic production The Hindu Bureau https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/rubber-board-launches-projects-for-raising-global-value-and-ramping-up-domestic-production/article69104698.ece https://www.thehindu.com/theme/images/og-image.png IN en The Rubber Board has announced two new initiatives to promote Indian rubber production. The initiatives were unveiled during the platinum jubilee celebrations of the Rubber Act, 1947 and the Rubber Growers' Conference held in Kottayam on Thursday. The iSNR project aims at aligning Indian Rubber production with the stringent European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) standards. INR Konnect is a web-based platform designed to connect growers of untapped rubber holdings with interested adopters. In a major push to elevate the global stature of Indian rubber while ramping up domestic production, the Rubber Board has announced two new projects. These initiatives, iSNR and INR Konnect, were unve...[+2082 chars] 2025-01-16T13:47:39 Time to End the ESG Shakedown Richard Morrison https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/time-to-end-the-esg-shakedown-0b5e9b0135826618d39048af28a29ec1b45580c9 https://i0.wp.com/www.nationalreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/esg-protest-london.jpg?fit=2057%2C1200&ssl=1 FR en Time to End the ESG Shakedown. Next administration can banish ESG once and for all with Trump back in the White House. Richard Morrison is author of the article on Nationalreview.com. .   - "Time to End the ESG Shakedown 15 minutes ago www.nationalreview.com 1 min read fairly easy With Trump back in the White House, the next administration can — and must — banish ESG once and for all. Ric...[+31 chars]" 2025-01-16T13:32:24 Sky Quarry Appoints Respected Finance Leader Leo Womack to Board of Directors Sky Quarry Inc https://www.eagletribune.com/region/sky-quarry-appoints-respected-finance-leader-leo-womack-to-board-of-directors/article_bb99af41-0002-5e20-a7b1-0e8b45d03afd.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Leo Womack has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Sky Quarry Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYQ). He will also serve as a member of the Audit and Nominating Committee and as Chair of the Compensation Committee. The Company is committed to revolutionizing the waste asphalt shingle recycling industry. "Veteran Board Member for Private and Public Companies to Provide Corporate Financial Strategy and Capital Markets Experience WOODS CROSS, Utah, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sky Quarry Inc. (NASDA...[+384 chars]" 2025-01-16T13:30:00 FOXO TECHNOLOGIES INC., CONFIRMS DETAILS OF SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS ON JANUARY 17, 2025. FOXO Technologies Inc. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/foxo-technologies-inc-confirms-details-133000796.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/24f6a115efd3dbd9d15e544ba2d8f399 US en FOXO Technologies Inc. will hold a virtual meeting of its shareholders on January 17, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. EST. Shareholders of record on January 3, 2025, will be entitled to vote on the approvals requested. The Board of Directors asks that all shareholders vote in favor of the Proposals listed on the Proxy Card. MINNEAPOLIS, MN, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FOXO Technologies Inc. (NYSE American: FOXO) (the 'Company' or 'FOXO'), will hold its previously announced Special Meeting of its Shareholders at 10:...[+4828 chars] 2025-01-16T13:12:27 Ex-Dragon's Den judge hails 'step in right direction' for UK AI action plan Saskia Koopman www.cityam.com https://www.business-live.co.uk/technology/ex-dragons-den-judge-hails-30796385 https://i2-prod.business-live.co.uk/incoming/article22083461.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/1_PL-EDited.jpg GB en Linney supports the UK's AI Opportunities Action Plan, which aims to harness AI for economic growth. He questions who benefits from the new data centres and emphasises the importance of making data accessible to all businesses. Linney also questions the need for audacious strategies to tackle the issues faced by SMEs. Former Dragon's Den investor Piers Linney has thrown his support behind the UK's 'AI Opportunities Action Plan', recently unveiled by Keir Starmer but crafted under tech entrepreneur Matt Clifford's g...[+1731 chars] 2025-01-16T13:00:00 Nikanor appointed corporate governance chairperson The Brief https://www.namibian.com.na/nikanor-appointed-corporate-governance-chairperson https://d4f7y6nbupj5z.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/DesmondNikanor5.jpg NA en Desmond Nikanor has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Namibia Institute of Corporate Governance (NICG) effective from 5 December 2024. Steve Galloway will remain on the board as a non-executive director. Erenstine Tuneeko was appointed as deputy chairperson. "The Namibia Institute of Corporate Governance (NICG) has announced the appointment of Desmond Nikanor as its new chairperson, effective from 5 December 2024. Nikanor takes over from Steve Galloway, wh...[+1206 chars]" 2025-01-16T11:54:59 Edison's Stock Rebounds, But Wildfire Fallout Looms--Legal Fears Far From Over! Muslim Farooque https://finance.yahoo.com/news/edisons-stock-rebounds-wildfire-fallout-115459238.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/us.finance.gurufocus/1970018e4ac79c9fa013a70618e62e10 US en Edison International (NYSE:EIX) takes a hit as lawsuits and accusations pile up over its possible role in Southern California's wildfires. After tumbling 23% this month, the stock was up 5% Wednesday, closing at $61.30. Zacks downgraded Edison to neutral. Edison International (NYSE:EIX) takes a hit as lawsuits and accusations pile up over its possible role in Southern California's wildfires. After tumbling 23% this month, the stock was up 5% Wednesday,...[+904 chars] 2025-01-16T11:50:00 BP to Cut 4,700 Jobs as Refinery Margins Decline nbcsandiego https://us.headtopics.com/news/bp-to-cut-4-700-jobs-as-refinery-margins-decline-64798057 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/1/16/nbcsandiego/bp-to-cut-4-700-jobs-as-refinery-margins-decline-bp-to-cut-4-700-jobs-as-refinery-margins-decline-412457989E236ACC330FD1A29FEBD4A3.webp US en BP's proposed changes are expected to impact around 4700 bp roles. BP intends to deliver at least $2 billion of cash savings by the end of 2026. The capital markets event will take place in London on Feb. 26 instead of New York on February 11. """Today, we have today told staff across bp that the proposed changes that have been announced to date are expected to impact around 4700 bp roles - these account for much of the anticipated reduction ...[+704 chars]" 2025-01-16T11:00:45 Willie Wilson: Now is not the time to backtrack on commitment to diversity Willie Wilson https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/01/16/opinion-dont-backtrack-diversity-commitments-affirmative-action https://www.chicagotribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ctc-l-Alabama-George-Wallace.jpg?w=1024&h=758 US en In 2019, Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law requiring public corporations with headquarters in Illinois to disclose annual data regarding the racial, ethnic and gender diversity of their boards. Meta has abandoned its diversity and equity training program despite Silicon Valley's lack of racial and ethnic diversity. As some companies retreat on their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, the silence of good people, civil rights organizations and elected leaders is deafening. Equal opportunity is not just...[+5740 chars] 2025-01-16T11:00:06 Which companies are rolling back DEI and which are standing firm Eleanor Hawkins https://www.axios.com/2025/01/16/dei-rollback-companies-amazon-meta-mcdonalds https://images.axios.com/H-YzwBvWzfm54tIdfZVxOIsuf0g=/0x0:1920x1080/1366x768/2025/01/15/1736964675015.jpg US en Some of America's largest companies are rolling back their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. The Supreme Court's 2023 decision to strike down affirmative action at colleges is cited as the basis for their DEI policy changes. Brown-Forman, Lowe's, Meta, McDonald's, Molson Coors, Boeing, Caterpillar, Amazon and Target are among the companies that have abandoned or rolled back DEI programs. "Several of America's largest companies have buckled to the pressures of political and shareholder activists by rolling back their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Why it matters: Calls ...[+8281 chars]" 2025-01-16T11:00:00 Beam Global to Participate at the 2025 Sequire Investor Summit in Puerto Rico Beam Global https://finance.yahoo.com/news/beam-global-participate-2025-sequire-110000135.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/9cVdo7MCj9CBkHpj.jYO.A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/3b162324073aab8710ea964cca7a52ac US en Desmond Wheatley, Chief Executive Officer of Beam Global, will participate in the Sequire Investor Summit in San Juan, Puerto Rico on January 22, 2025. Mr. Wheatley will lead a group presentation and will be available for one-on-one meetings with registered conference attendees. "Beam Global-Sequire Investor Summit SAN DIEGO, CA, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beam Global, (Nasdaq: BEEM), a leading provider of innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions for the elec...[+3459 chars]" 2025-01-16T10:57:30 We need to talk about failure: How sustainability projects can learn from their mistakes https://www.businessgreen.com/feature/4395516/talk-about-failure-sustainability-projects-learn-mistakes https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/cc64f3a/7e925d83-2b84-4ef6-952c-7331971f37e2/15/iStock-1473227129-370x229.jpg GB en Business leaders would rather celebrate a win than admit a mistake or discuss a U-turn. When I mentioned the idea of a feature on corporate sustainability, they liked the idea very much and agreed to write about it. for the magazine. For more information, visit the magazine's website here. Ask any business leader and they'll tell you they'd much rather celebrate a win than fess up to a mistake or discuss a U-turn. In fact, when I mentioned the idea of a feature on corporate sustainabili...[+5 chars] 2025-01-16T10:41:00 Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited Announces Closing Of Its Initial Public Offering BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/press/news.php?id=2383185 https://www.bernama.com/en/img/bernama.png MY en Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: UFG) announced today the closing of its underwritten initial public offering of 2,100,000 Class A Ordinary Shares at a public offering price of $4.00 per share. The Offering closed on January 15, 2025 and the shares commenced trading on Nasdaq Capital Market on January 14, 2025 under the ticker symbol 'UFG'. SINGAPORE, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: UFG) ('Uni-Fuels' or the 'Company'), a global provider of marine fuel solutions for shipping companies headquartered in Singapore, an...[+718 chars] 2025-01-16T10:00:00 EnerSys Earns Spot on Newsweek's 'America's Most Responsible Companies 2025' Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/regional/enersys-earns-spot-on-newsweeks-americas-most-responsible-companies-2025 https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/EnerSys.jpg?fit=735%2C400&ssl=1 US en EnerSys has been named to Newsweek's prestigious 'America's Most Responsible Companies 2025' list. The recognition highlights the company's continued dedication to environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) principles. EnerSys' notable advancement of 185 positions over the last two years reflects its focus on innovation, resource efficiency, and transparent sustainability practices. READING, PA — EnerSys (NYSE: ENS) has been named to Newsweek's prestigious 'America's Most Responsible Companies 2025' list. The recognition highlights the company's continued dedication to environmen...[+1763 chars] 2025-01-16T09:05:00 8x8 Named to Newsweek's Excellence 1000 Index https://www.lelezard.com/en/news-21670356.html https://www.lelezard.com/img/pr_sections/science-technology.jpg CA en 8x8, Inc. was ranked 728 in Newsweek's 2nd annual rankings for the Excellence 1000 Index. The list is a list of the top 1000 companies that have demonstrated best practices in financial responsibility, stakeholder ratings, and social responsibility ratings. The Best Practice Institute analyzed over half a million data points and created a proprietary scoring system to measure everything from financial practices to customer reviews. 8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ: EGHT), the industry's most integrated Platform for CX that combines Contact Center, Unified Communication, and CPaaS APIs, today announced the Company was ranked 728 in Newsweek's 2...[+4260 chars] 2025-01-16T09:01:14 Energy experts back ECG privatisation https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/Energy-experts-back-ECG-privatisation-1967598 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/886/88630249.jpg GH en John Abdulai Jinapor wants to introduce private sector participation in the operations of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) within six months of assuming office. Dr. Theo Acheampong, a petroleum economist, thinks some form of privatisation is the way to go, but it should be transparent and accountable. "Business News of Thursday, 16 January 2025 Source: thebftonline.com Energy experts have expressed support for the energy minister-designate John Abdulai Jinapor's proposal to introduce private sector ...[+5181 chars]" 2025-01-16T08:55:00 BearingPoint client success story: Aktia simplifies financial and ESG data reporting with a cutting-edge cloud platform Business Wire https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/bearingpoint-client-success-story-aktia-085500679.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/244a3903d6f02e70889068e024d3543f US en BearingPoint helped Aktia to implement Workiva, a cloud-based document and data collaboration tool, to streamline financial and ESG reporting and improve collaboration. The company's workflows were hampered by manual processes and siloed collaboration practices. The new collaborative tool eliminates version control issues and improves data management. "BearingPoint assisted Aktia in implementing Workiva, a cloud-based document and data collaboration tool, to streamline financial and ESG reporting and improve collaboration. AMSTERDAM, January 16, 202...[+5659 chars]" 2025-01-16T08:52:46 BearingPoint client success story: Aktia simplifies financial and ESG data reporting with a cutting-edge cloud platform Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/bearingpoint-client-success-story-aktia-simplifies-financial-and-esg-data-reporting-with-a-cutting-edge/article_7182d7ba-975e-5620-b251-bd60b91668e8.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/24/3245573c-b4bd-525f-8931-593748f64888/6788e17a9c58f.image.jpg?crop=1305%2C685%2C0%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Aktia, a Finnish-listed financial service company, prioritizes clear and accessible financial and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. Gathering data from multiple sources can be time-consuming, especially when there is a wide range of services and complex governance. "AMSTERDAM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 16, 2025-- It is essential for financial institutions to provide accurate insights that reflect business performance. Aktia, a Finnish-listed financial service company,...[+360 chars]" 2025-01-16T08:43:00 DSV - 2024 Annual Report conference call DSV A/S https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dsv-2024-annual-report-conference-084300862.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/487287b6d8afabd99a8c135da822076d US en The 2024 Annual Report of DSV A/S will be released on 4 February 2025. A webcast and conference call will be held at 11:00 am CET. Group CEO Jens H. Lund and Group CFO Michael Ebbe will present the report. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. "We expect to release the 2024 Annual Report of DSV A/S in the morning of 4 February 2025. A webcast and conference call will be held at 11:00 am CET. At the call, Group CEO Jens H. Lund and Group CFO ...[+786 chars]" 2025-01-16T08:39:01 Chevron Nigeria reaffirms commitment to climate action, conservation The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4048438/chevron-nigeria-reaffirms-commitment-to-climate-action-conservation.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Chevron Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to the continuous investment in reducing carbon intensity and expanding lower-carbon businesses as part of its support for a lower carbon future. It further said it further reaffirms commitment to climate action, conservation, and conservation. Chevron Nigeria has restated its commitment to the continuous investment in reducing carbon intensity and expanding lower-carbon businesses as part of its support for a lower carbon future. It further...[+148 chars] 2025-01-16T08:05:00 Financial calender for funds managed by Storebrand Asset Management AS Storebrand Asset Management AS https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/financial-calender-funds-managed-storebrand-080500161.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globe_newswire_uk_374/ff3a1c60282b4c91d4234ab5c7270b59 US en Storebrand Asset Management AS is Norway's largest private asset manager with an AuM of around DKK 900 billions. The company has been a global pioneer in ESG investing for over 25 years. Storebrand delivers sustainable investment solutions and client value through a multi-boutique platform. "Lysaker, 16 January 2025 FINANCIAL YEAR 2024 30.04.2025 – Annual Report 2024 FINANCIAL YEAR 2025 27.03.2025 – Election meeting 10.07.2025 – Semi annual Report 2025 24.04.2026 – Annual Report 2025 The ...[+1617 chars]" 2025-01-16T07:50:06 The Rise (and Fall) of Brand Purpose Ad Mad Dude https://aurora.dawn.com/news/1145361/the-rise-and-fall-of-brand-purpose https://i.dawn.com/large/2025/01/16135059883dc1e.png?r=135111 PK en Patagonia has been committed to sustainability since day one. Patagonia's purpose is built into their DNA and their customers know it. The future of branding is about delivering real value with transparency and honesty. Profit is not a dirty word, it is the engine that keeps businesses running. Because it was a textbook case of retrofitting purpose for the sake of a marketing ploy. There was no history of activism or social justice woven into Pepsi's DNA. It was an opportunistic (and painful...[+2271 chars] 2025-01-16T07:48:11 SECP seeks consultations on cost audit regime in Pakistan APP https://dailytimes.com.pk/1256835/secp-seeks-consultations-on-cost-audit-regime-in-pakistan https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2020/08/app-icon-192x192-1.png PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has published a consultation paper on the 'Cost Audit Regime in Pakistan'. It is aimed at assessing the effectiveness of the Companies (Maintenance and Audit of Cost Accounts) Regulations, 2020 and exploring potential improvements in light of prevailing practices and industry needs. The paper invites all stakeholders, industry experts and relevant parties to share their valuable feedback and recommendations. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has published a consultation paper on the 'Cost Audit Regime in Pakistan' aimed at assessing the effectiveness of the Companies (Maintenance a...[+1101 chars] 2025-01-16T07:27:06 Plus500 Ltd Makes Its Mark in the STOXX Europe 600 Index Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3226796-plus500-ltd-makes-its-mark-in-the-stoxx-europe-600-index https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/08_07_2024_06_26_55_1877021.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Plus500 Ltd has been included in the STOXX Europe 600 Index effective January 17. This achievement underscores the company's increasing impact and presence within the financial sector. The development is poised to attract further attention from global investors, enhancing Plus500 Ltd's credibility in the financial market. Plus500 Ltd has achieved a significant milestone by being included in the highly regarded STOXX Europe 600 Index, effective January 17. This achievement underscores the company's increasing impact and...[+629 chars] 2025-01-16T07:24:14 Aadivasi.org: Linking Tree Plantation to Tribal Handicrafts and CSR Solutions Partner https://www.thequint.com/brandstudio/partner-aadivasiorg-tribal-handicrafts https://images.thequint.com/thequint%2F2025-01-15%2Ffrbqahtx%2FPicQ13a.jpg IN en Aadivasi.org is a social enterprise that combines sustainability, cultural preservation, and social impact. It allows users to contribute to social causes and celebrate special occasions in a meaningful way. For every contribution made, users can choose eco-friendly crafts, such as handcrafted jewelry, ethical apparel, or tribal home decor, matching the value of their donation at no extra cost. They also offer customized CSR gifting solutions for organizations. "Whether it's planting trees or celebrating a birthday with a social impact gift, Aadivasi.org is redefining gifting. Partner Published: i In a world often driven by consumerism, Aadivasi.org offers a ...[+4118 chars]" 2025-01-16T07:12:00 Swiggy shares in focus on receiving approval for incorporation of new subsidiary Nishtha Awasthi https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/swiggy-shares-in-focus-on-receiving-approval-for-incorporation-of-new-subsidiary/articleshow/117283639.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117283616,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-55078,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Ministry of Corporate Affairs approved the incorporation of Swiggy Sports Private Limited on January 15, 2025. The main objective of the newly incorporated entity will be engaging in sports team ownership, management, talent development, event organization, and facility operation. The share capital of the new company will be Rs 1 lakh. "Shares of Swiggy may remain in focus on Thursday, January 16, after the company informed that the Ministry of Corporate Affairs approved the incorporation of its new subsidiary Swiggy Sports Private L...[+1508 chars]" 2025-01-16T07:09:49 Sokoto gov inaugurates investment firm's board, promises economic growth Animashaun Salman https://punchng.com/sokoto-gov-inaugurates-investment-firms-board-promises-economic-growth https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/03115714/Ahmed-Aliyu-Sokoto-1024x630.jpg NG en Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, inaugurated the Chairman and Board members of the Sokoto Investment Company on Thursday. He urged them to uphold accountability and transparency in carrying out their duties. The newly inaugurated Board Chairman, Abubakar Goronyo, thanked the governor for entrusting them with the task. Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has inaugurated the Chairman and Board members of the Sokoto Investment Company, reiterating his administration's commitment to revamping the company and fostering ...[+1368 chars] 2025-01-16T06:52:51 New York City Lawsuit Against Exxon, BP, Shell Over Climate Claims Dismissed archyde https://www.archyde.com/new-york-city-lawsuit-against-exxon-bp-shell-over-climate-claims-dismissed https://www.insurancejournal.com/img/social/opengraph/ij-social-lawsuits-1200x630.png US en A New York judge dismissed the city's lawsuit against Exxon Mobil, BP and Shell. The suit accused the oil companies of misleading the public about their commitment to renewable energy and climate change. The American Petroleum Institute, a trade group representing the oil industry, welcomed the judge's decision. A New ​York judge has thrown out a lawsuit filed‍ by ⁤New​ York City against Exxon Mobil,BP,and Shell,which accused the⁣ oil companies of‌ misleading the public about‍ their commitment to renewable en...[+9141 chars] 2025-01-16T06:44:20 EC asks political parties, candidates to disclose and label AI generated content in campaigning. New Delhi https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/Newsalert/3226758-ec-asks-political-parties-candidates-to-disclose-and-label-ai-generated-content-in-campaigning https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/22_02_2019_15_46_06_2224848.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en EC asks political parties, candidates to disclose and label AI generated content in campaigning. It is not the first time this has been asked by the EC. It's an auto-generated news item from a syndicated feed and is not representative of the actual content of Devdiscourse. "EC asks political parties, candidates to disclose and label AI generated content in campaigning. (This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)" 2025-01-16T06:37:08 Korea Investment Finance Holdings announced on the 16th that it has obtained an A grade in Morgan St.. Kim Je-rim https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11219622 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202501/16/news-p.v1.20250116.f57d950f68e442f3a5f595b1c9cafff6_P1.jpg KR en Korea Investment Finance Holdings has obtained an A grade in MSCI's environmental, social and governance (ESG) evaluation this year. It rose three notches from the previous B grade. ESG is a key factor in investment decision-making for global investors. "* It has been translated through NAVER Korea Investment Finance Holdings announced on the 16th that it has obtained an A grade in Morgan Stanley Capital International's (MSCI) environmental, social an...[+1405 chars]" 2025-01-16T06:16:15 Dubik Mahama rejects proposal for further privatisation of ECG https://www.myjoyonline.com/dubik-mahama-rejects-proposal-for-further-privatisation-of-ecg https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image-481.png GH en Samuel Dubik Mahama is the former Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). He has dismissed the government's proposal to privatise the power distribution company further. He believes that private sector participation in ECG's operations is already integrated into the company's operations and there is no need for further privatisation. "Former Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Samuel Dubik Mahama, has dismissed the government's proposal to privatise the power distribution company further. He argued that pri...[+2241 chars]" 2025-01-16T06:10:36 Gift Sustainability, Celebrate Culture: The Aadivasi.org Revolution BW Online Bureau https://www.businessworld.in/article/gift-sustainability-celebrate-culture-the-aadivasiorg-revolution-544998 https://static.businessworld.in/Picture1_20250116111107_original_image_13.webp IN en Aadivasi.org allows people and organizations to celebrate milestones by donating to environmental and social good initiatives. For every contribution, users can choose eco-friendly crafts, such as handcrafted jewelry, ethical apparel, or tribal home decor, matching the value of their donation at no extra cost. They also offer customized CSR gifting solutions for organizations. "Turning Contributions into Celebrations Aadivasi.org allows individuals and organizations to mark occasions such as birthdays, Diwali, or even a personal milestone by contributing to impactful initiat...[+3227 chars]" 2025-01-16T06:07:02 Three Stocks That May Be Priced Below Their Intrinsic Value In January 2025 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/three-stocks-may-priced-below-060702690.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/2bc7e9c938f83604e86f7ffd61b40d2a US en There are 880 stocks from our Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener. They include Türkiye Sise Ve Cam Fabrikalari (IBSE:SISE), Sudarshan Chemical Industries, Aguas Andinas (SNSE:AGUAS-A), LifeMD (NasdaqGM:LFMD), Nanya Technology Corporation (TSE:NTN), Cicor Technologies (SWX:CICN), Greenworks (Jiangsu) (SZSE:301260), Shinko Electric Industries (TSSE:6967) and Prodways Group. As global markets grapple with inflation fears and political uncertainties, investors are witnessing a period of volatility marked by fluctuating indices and cautious optimism. Amidst this choppy land...[+5939 chars] 2025-01-16T06:00:00 NVNI Group Receives Nasdaq Notification of Non-Compliance with Listing Rule 5250(c)(2) Jan. 16, 2025 06:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6016615 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/NTcxZThjNjktOTc4ZC00MTU0LWFjOGEtN2ZiYmE0MTNiMDA1LTEyNzQ5Mjk=/tiny/Nvni-Group-Limited.png TW en Nvni Group Limited (Nasdaq: NVNI) received a deficiency notification on January 9, 2024, from the Listing Qualifications Staff of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC. The Company was not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(2) due to its delay in filing its interim financial statements on form 6-K for the period of the end of its second quarter of 2023. Nvni has 60 calendar days to file the Annual Report or submit a plan to regain compliance with the Nasdaq Rules. NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nvni Group Limited (Nasdaq: NVNI) ('Nuvini' or the 'Company'), the leading serial acquirer of private SaaS B2B companies in Latin America, today announced t...[+3222 chars] 2025-01-16T05:45:00 How Knight Frank is pushing forward with ESG strategies to reduce climate impact of real estate industry: Eamon Fox Eamon Fox https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/how-knight-frank-is-pushing-forward-with-esg-strategies-to-reduce-climate-impact-of-real-estate-industry-eamon-fox-4944138 https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmNkNjgwNTcyLTYwMTMtNDAxNC05ZjcxLTcwY2E3MTkxZjU1ODpjY2M0NjkyYS0zNjcyLTQ3MTYtODQxYS04YTJhMmEwOGNhZmE=.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en As 2025 gets under way, the issues of sustainability, climate change and inequality should be at the forefront of everyone's minds. The real estate industry has a pivotal role to play in tackling these social and geo-political problems. Knight Frank is committed to lowering its operational footprint, encouraging a more equitable society and helping its clients to do the same. "Business As 2025 gets under way, and we all return to work with new resolutions and objectives, the issues of sustainability, climate change and inequality should be at the forefront of our minds. By ...[+5389 chars]" 2025-01-16T05:10:19 ESG Legal Outlook 2025: Key Asia Themes and Trends archyde https://www.archyde.com/esg-legal-outlook-2025-key-asia-themes-and-trends https://images.passle.net/fit-in/1200x630/Passle/5f6c57568cb62a0d7c9eadee/MediaLibrary/Images/2025-01-15-13-59-32-056-6787bf44ab56ae4f199ac135.jpg US en The year 2025 is poised to be a pivotal period for environmental, social and governance (ESG) developments globally. The focus is shifting toward practical implementation, reflection, and recalibration. This year will see critically important developments in areas like transition plans, energy transition, sustainable finance, disclosure requirements, and circular economy initiatives. "The year 2025 is‌ poised to‍ be⁢ a pivotal period for ESG (environmental,Social,and Governance) developments globally. As the world grapples ​with the complexities of ⁣sustainability, the focus is shi...[+5643 chars]" 2025-01-16T05:01:13 Decoding sustainability: understanding SFDR naming rules Victor Louvet https://delano.lu/article/esg-terminology-luxflag-confer https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/esg-terminology-luxflag-confer/0.5/0.5/600/400/687077.jpg LU en The name of a fund is a piece of 'crucial information' for investors. European Securities and Markets Authority (Esma) launched a consultation on guidelines on fund names that used ESG and sustainability-related terms. The final fund naming guidelines were published by Esma in May 2024. The European Supervisory Authorities issued a joint opinion on the assessment of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) Green, sustainable, article 6, 8 or 9, environment, ESG, ecological transition, climate impact--there's no shortage of terms that attempt to portray funds as sustainable or good for the environment. B...[+5871 chars] 2025-01-16T04:30:14 Overnight News Digest for January 15 (Farewell, Joe edition) jeremybloom https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2025/1/15/2297062/-Overnight-News-Digest-for-January-15-Farewell-Joe-edition https://cdn.prod.dailykos.com/images/727753/story_image/ondnyc.jpg?1571028283 US en Reed O'Connor, a right-wing federal judge in Texas, ruled that American Airlines violated its legal obligations to employees by allowing BlackRock, the company's 401(k) manager, to consider 'environmental, societal, and governance' factors when making investment decisions. If upheld on appeal, the ruling threatens to upend the entire retirement plan industry. California officials were hoping to have eight waivers in hand to enforce clean air rules before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, but two of the biggest rules failed to cross the finish line. South Korea's impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, was sent to a detention center near Seoul on Wednesday night. Sen. John This is an open thread where everyone is welcome, especially night owls and early birds, to share and discuss the happenings of the day. Please feel free to share your articles and stories in the comm...[+15809 chars] 2025-01-16T04:25:35 The primordial business sustainability strategy Babs Olugbemi https://businessday.ng/columnist/article/the-primordial-business-sustainability-strategy https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/business-sustainability-strategy.png NG en Babs Olugbemi is the Chief Vision Officer at Mentoras Leadership Limited and Founder of Positive Growth Africa. He believes that business sustainability is not new but primordial to human existence. His new book Uplifting Leadership aims to help people imbibe a leadership mindset and help organisations create a leadership culture. At this time of year, many organisations are preoccupied with formulating strategies and adjusting according to government budgetary pronouncements and economic reality. The aim of this action is sust...[+5242 chars] 2025-01-16T04:19:25 Just 28pc of offices will meet major tenants' climate needs Campbell Kwan https://www.afr.com/policy/energy-and-climate/just-28pc-of-offices-will-meet-major-tenants-climate-needs-20241202-p5kvat https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.5298%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_110/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/42b57179a310cc30809b6529f455a8f4a4d4d9ee AU en Fewer than 30 per cent of office buildings nationally meet the energy standard required by the federal government and the country's largest companies when they sign new leases. This puts landlords of higher-carbon-emitting assets at risk of losing tenants and investors. There is a shortfall of offices that meet the government's demand. Fewer than 30 per cent of office buildings nationally meet the energy standard required by federal government and the country's largest companies when they sign new leases, putting landlords of higher...[+310 chars] 2025-01-16T04:06:49 Uncovering Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson And 2 Stocks That May Be Valued Below Their Estimated Worth Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/uncovering-telefonaktiebolaget-lm-ericsson-2-040649975.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/de3693c96ca28c16427680d76341d044 US en There are 880 stocks from our Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener. Some of them are trading below their estimated worth due to market fluctuations or overlooked fundamentals. Xiaomi Corporation is an investment holding company that offers hardware and software services both in Mainland China and internationally. Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson is trading at SEK95.02, significantly below its estimated fair value. As global markets navigate a period of uncertainty marked by inflation fears and political shifts, investors are increasingly focused on identifying opportunities amid volatility. In such an environme...[+5687 chars] 2025-01-16T04:02:56 Billionaire Elon Musk Is Being Sued Over Twitter Takeover..... Stella Dimoko Korkus https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4047233/billionaire-elon-musk-is-being-sued-over-twitter-takeover.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The SEC has filed a lawsuit against X owner Elon Musk. Musk failed to disclose his ownership of more than 5% of Twitter stock within the required timeframe, which allowed him to buy additional shares at a lower price. This delay in disclosure is said to have caused harm to other investors who sold their shares. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against X owner Elon Musk.The SEC alleges that Musk failed to disclose his ownership of more than 5% of Twitter stock within the r...[+230 chars] 2025-01-16T03:14:25 MyGroup Holding to invest billions of dirhams in the UAE market this year Gulf News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/MyGroup_Holding_to_invest_billions_of_dirhams_in_the_UAE_mar https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/[] US en MyGroup Holding has announced its strategic plan to invest billions of dirhams in the UAE market in 2025. This investment will expand its business footprint in the country. The company is headed by President Emil Isgandarov.    MyGroup Holding, under the leadership of President Emil Isgandarov, has announced its strategic plan to invest billions of dirhams in the UAE market in 2025. This investment will expand its business f...[+11 chars] 2025-01-16T01:55:00 SX2 Commences Trading on ASX https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sx2-commences-trading-asx-015500054.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/11aae14ab5103993e9b090fbed1862e9 US en Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. (TSXV:SXGC) and Southern Cross Gold Ltd (ASX:sX2) announce that their securities will commence trading on the Australian Stock Exchange today at 3.00 pm AEDT. The shares of SX2 will be settled in the form of CHESS Depositary Interests ('CDI's') at a ratio of 1:1. SXGC controls the Sunday Creek Gold-Antimony Project located 60 km north of Melbourne, Australia. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 15, 2025 / Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd (""SXGC"", ""SX2"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:SXGC)(ASX:SX2) announces that its securities will commence trading on the Au...[+11426 chars]" 2025-01-16T00:14:48 TXO Partners Announces 3 TCFE of Natural Gas Potential in the Mancos Shale of the San Juan Basin Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/txo-partners-announces-3-tcfe-of-natural-gas-potential-in-the-mancos-shale-of-the/article_55275289-dbb9-5c61-85ed-aa5463bd9aab.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/e1/1e1480ea-f57f-586d-bfae-6ed99e0a953e/6788514beb0e8.image.jpg?crop=1638%2C860%2C0%2C203&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en TXO Partners, L.P. (NYSE: TXO) is a natural resources production company committed to distributing ongoing cash returns while delivering long-term value to unit holders. This strategy is based on its long-lived, low-risk property base and strong financial stewardship. TXO Partners, L.P. (NYSE: TXO) is designed as a natural resources production company committed to distributing ongoing cash returns while delivering long-term value to unit holders. This strategy is b...[+90 chars] 2025-01-16T00:01:43 BeZero Carbon plots CORSIA coverage after $32m funding boost Elena Almeida https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4395987/bezero-carbon-plots-corsia-coverage-usd32m-funding-boost https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/c443403/1a083dd8-6da2-45c4-91c7-2e2c5befd8e0/10/iStock-1918905504-370x229.jpg GB en BeZero Carbon has raised $32m in support of plans to expand its ratings coverage into new countries and industry initiatives, such as the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for Industry.   . i in this regard, BeZero Carbon announced today that it has raised the money. BeZero Carbon has today announced it has raised $32m in support of plans to expand its ratings coverage into new countries and industry initiatives, such as the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme ...[+6 chars] 2025-01-16T00:00:00 Sustainable Procurement Officer The Engineer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/Sustainable_Procurement_Officer https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sustainable Procurement has an important role within MBDA. The increased focus reflects changes to Government policy, such as the introduction of new and updated legislation with more stringent reporting requirements. The position is based in Bristol. It's a full-time position. About the job Bristol In line with the ambitions of MBDA Group and the introduction of new and updated legislation with more stringent reporting requirements, Sustainable Procurement has an important ...[+88 chars] 2025-01-16T00:00:00 Meet the NGOs Funding the Human Rights Lawyers CHARLOTTE GILL https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/Meet_the_NGOs_Funding_the_Human_Rights_Lawyers https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en In recent weeks NGOs have come up in the news a lot. Elon Musk and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni have laid into George Soros and his Open Society Foundations. Charlotte Gill wants to give readers an example of how NGOs undermine democracy in the U.K. BY: CHARLOTTE GILL In this article I wanted to give readers an example of how NGOs undermine democracy in the U.K. In recent weeks NGOs have come up in the news a fair bit – particularly as Elon Musk ...[+177 chars] 2025-01-16T00:00:00 What Trump's second term means for sustainable finance The Bureau https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/What_Trump_s_second_term_means_for_sustainable_finance https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan have all left the Net Zero Banking Alliance. This month, BlackRock joined Vanguard in pulling out of a similar initiative. The move chimes with recent protestations by Trump and senior figures in his Republican party against 'woke capitalism'. "web Over the past 10 days in California, fatal wildfires have spread through vegetation parched by last year's prolonged drought, ravaging homes, schools and businesses. In the US, the devastating cos...[+1102 chars]" 2025-01-16T00:00:00 Programme launched to help businesses measure and implement comprehensive ESG practices Vietnam News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/programme_xa0launched_to_help_xa0businesses_measure_and_impl https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A programme designed to help businesses measure and implement comprehensive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices in human resource management was launched in HCM City on January 16. It is designed to enhance their competitive edge in the global supply chain. A programme designed to help businesses measure and implement comprehensive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices in human resource management to enhance their competitive edge in the ...[+99 chars] 2025-01-16T00:00:00 Streamlining sustainability reporting: Mapping the voluntary Eco- Environmental Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS) against the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (European Commission - Directorate General for Energy) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/Streamlining_sustainability_reporting_Mapping_the_voluntary_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The European Union is taking steps to promote sustainable business practices and enhancing transparency in environmental reporting. It is also trying to support streamlining such requirements, when possible, as well as promoting streamlining when possible. This is an initiative of the European Union to promote environmental protection. ) The European Union is taking significant steps in promoting sustainable business practices and enhancing transparency in environmental reporting, but also to support streamlining such requirements, ...[+28 chars] 2025-01-16T00:00:00 SEC Chair Gensler Defends Crypto Stance in Exit Interview, Says Bitcoin is Different From Other Tokens Bit RSS https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/SEC_Chair_Gensler_Defends_Crypto_Stance_in_Exit_Interview_Sa_2 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Gary Gensler is the outgoing chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission. He reflected on his tenure during a January 14 interview on CNBC's Squawk Box. He was interviewed by CNBC's John Harwood on January 14th.   Gary Gensler, the outgoing chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), closed the chapter on his tenure with a comprehensive reflection during a January 14 interview on CNBC's Squawk Box. 2025-01-16T00:00:00 Nucor's Emissions Targets Certified by the Global Steel Climate Council PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/Nucors_Emissions_Targets_Certified_by_the_Global_Steel_Clima https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/[] US en The Global Steel Climate Council (GSCC) certified the Company's Science-Based Emissions Targets (SBET). The SBET submitted by Nucor further demonstrates the company's leadership in providing American made low embodied carbon steel and confidence in its strategy for achieving its carbon reduction goals. CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced that the Global Steel Climate Council (GSCC) certified the Company's Science-Based Emissions Targets (SBET...[+337 chars] 2025-01-16T00:00:00 Code of Conduct (2025) (DF Deutsche Forfait AG) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/16/Code_of_Conduct_2025_DF_Deutsche_Forfait_AG https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "DF Deutsche Forfait AG and its subsidiaries place the utmost importance on transparency and compliance. Their business activities are guided by the highest standards and values, including business ethics, integrity, fairness and respect. DF Group or DF Group's subsidiaries are referred to as ""DF Group"" or ""the Company""." ") Dear Colleagues, DF Deutsche Forfait AG and its subsidiaries (hereinafter referred to as ""DF Group"" or ""the Company"") place the utmost importance on transparency and compliance. Our business activit...[+108 chars]" 2025-01-15T23:55:00 WESCAN GOLDFIELDS INC. ANNOUNCES GRANT OF OPTIONS Wescan Goldfields Inc https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/wescan-goldfields-inc-announces-grant-of-options-831910425.html https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2599337/Wescan_Goldfields_Inc__WESCAN_GOLDFIELDS_INC__ANNOUNCES_GRANT_OF.jpg?p=twitter CA en Wescan Goldfields Inc. has granted an aggregate of 2,400,000 options to acquire common shares in the capital of Wescan to directors and officers and 500,000 to consultants. The options are exercisable into common shares at a price of $0.05 per share and can be exercised until January 13, 2030, subject to earlier expiration in accordance with the Companies stock option plan. "Stock Symbol: WGF: TSX-V SASKATOON, SK, Jan. 15, 2025 /CNW/ - Wescan Goldfields Inc. (""Wescan"" or the ""Company"") announces that the Company has granted an aggregate of 2,400,000 options to acquire com...[+807 chars]" 2025-01-15T23:24:47 Shipping's carbon price plan gains global backing : The Daily Digest Jim Kendrick https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/shipping-s-carbon-price-plan-gains-global-backing-the-daily-digest-793f41b5f77431c701a69d677128aa84d5efa47b https://www.biofuelsdigest.com/bdigest/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/fuel-for-podcast.gif FR en Fifty-seven nations and the shipping industry have proposed a plan for pricing greenhouse gas emissions in international shipping. The plan aims to fund a multi-billion-dollar IMO GHG Strategy Implementation Fund. If approved by the International Maritime Organization in April 2025, the fund could launch globally in 2027. In the UK, The International Chamber of Shipping reported forty-seven nations, alongside the shipping industry, unveiled a groundbreaking proposal on January 9 in London for pricing greenhouse gas emi...[+308 chars] 2025-01-15T23:24:47 LR OneOcean launches Risk Manager FuelEU Module for compliance needs : The Daily Digest Jim Kendrick https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/lr-oneocean-launches-risk-manager-fueleu-module-for-compliance-needs-ea6317bf56f59059c32861f7ccb3a3a77aa8e12f https://www.biofuelsdigest.com/bdigest/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IEDA_SiteSelector_Banners_0218212_300x250.jpg FR en "Risk Manager FuelEU is a platform designed to help ship managers, owners, operators, and charterers manage compliance with the EU's FuelEU Maritime Regulation and EU Emissions Trading System requirements. The module allows users to ""simulate, plan, and monitor their compliance"" with greenhouse gas intensity reduction targets for vessels over 5,000 GT trading." In the UK, Lloyd's Register OneOcean announced the launch of Risk Manager FuelEU, a platform designed to help ship managers, owners, operators, and charterers manage compliance with the EU's FuelEU Ma...[+259 chars] 2025-01-15T23:17:06 SPIRIT BLOCKCHAIN CAPITAL INC. REINFORCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH EOS NETWORK VENTURES THROUGH SUCCESSFUL DEBT CONVERSION EXECUTION AND OUTLINES GROWTH STRATEGY Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/spirit-blockchain-capital-inc-reinforces-strategic-partnership-with-eos-network-ventures-through-successful-debt-conversion-execution-and-outlines-growth-strategy https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzMjg2NyM2Njk2NzczIzUwMDA3OTE4Mw== CA en Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. announces the successful execution of its previously announced debt conversion with EOS Network Ventures. This transaction strengthens Spirit's balance sheet and validates the Company's innovative approach to blockchain asset management and yield-generation strategies. Spirit is a company listed on the CSE. Vancouver, BC, Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. (CSE: SPIR) (' Spirit ' or the ' Company '), announces the successful execution of its previously announced debt conversi...[+274 chars] 2025-01-15T23:17:06 SPIRIT BLOCKCHAIN CAPITAL INC. REINFORCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH EOS NETWORK VENTURES THROUGH SUCCESSFUL DEBT CONVERSION EXECUTION AND OUTLINES GROWTH STRATEGY Globe Newswire https://www.theobserver.ca/globe-newswire/spirit-blockchain-capital-inc-reinforces-strategic-partnership-with-eos-network-ventures-through-successful-debt-conversion-execution-and-outlines-growth-strategy https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzMjg2NyM2Njk2NzczIzUwMDA3OTE4Mw== CA en Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. announces the successful execution of its previously announced debt conversion with EOS Network Ventures. This transaction strengthens Spirit's balance sheet and validates the Company's innovative approach to blockchain asset management and yield-generation strategies. Spirit is a company listed on the CSE. Vancouver, BC, Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. (CSE: SPIR) (' Spirit ' or the ' Company '), announces the successful execution of its previously announced debt conversi...[+274 chars] 2025-01-15T22:24:58 Unstable Leadership In Unstable Times: Part 2 Karl Moore https://www.forbes.com/sites/karlmoore/2025/01/15/unstable-leadership-in-unstable-times-part-2 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/677f340b0d68bf90a764bb23/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=1999,1125,x0,y478,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en In the first part of this series, we explored the shift from traditional top-down leadership to a more collaborative, collective model. Brooke Struck, CEO of Converge explains how CEOs can build trust, sustain collective leadership, and ensure alignment as they implement these changes across their organizations. "Stephanie Ricci contributed to this story. In the first part of this series, we explored the shift from traditional top-down leadership to a more collaborative, collective model in the face of uncerta...[+9945 chars]" 2025-01-15T22:02:43 Amendment to Initial Registration Statement (Form S-1/A) (Virpax Pharmaceuticals Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/Amendment_to_Initial_Registration_Statement_Form_S1_A_Virpax https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/[] US en "As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 15, 2025, it is filed with Registration No. 333-284089 and it's titled ""Prospectus Summary - Implications of Being a Smaller Reporting Company"". It's also called ""Amendment No. 1to the Form S-1REGISTRATION STATEMENT"" " )As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 15, 2025.Registration No. 333-284089UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWashington, D.C. 20549Amendment No 1toFORM S-1REGIST...[+115 chars] 2025-01-15T21:55:56 EU To Discuss ‘Onmibus' Bill To Reduce Sustainability Reporting Requirements On January 21 Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2025/01/15/eu-to-discuss-onmibus-bill-to-reduce-sustainability-reporting-requirements-on-january-21 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6515c5c5615005a1762e0a8a/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The European Union is preparing to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climate change. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, announced in November her intention to revamp three key sustainability regulations to reduce the burden on businesses. The Council of the EU will discuss the proposal on January 21. A picture taken on May 5, 2021 shows a flag of the European Union flying outside the European ... [+] commission headquarters in Brussels. (Photo by Kenzo TRIBOUILLARD / AFP) (Photo by KENZO TRIBOUILL...[+3451 chars] 2025-01-15T21:29:54 Nexa Resources Adopts a New Dividend Policy Newsfile https://www.thewhig.com/newsfile/237339-nexa-resources-adopts-a-new-dividend-policy https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/nexus/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/newsfile-237339.jpg CA en Nexa Resources S.A. (NYSE: NEXA) announces the adoption of a new dividend policy effective January 1, 2025. Nexa is a large-scale, low-cost integrated zinc producer with over 65 years of experience developing and operating mining and smelting assets in Latin America. The annual dividend amount will be determined based on several factors, including the cash balance, free cash flow and earnings generated during the year, Company's leverage, and expected future cash flows from operations. Luxembourg, Luxembourg–(Newsfile Corp. – January 15, 2025) – Nexa Resources S.A. (NYSE: NEXA) ('Nexa Resources', 'Nexa' or the 'Company') announces today the adoption of a new dividend policy (the 'Po...[+9665 chars] 2025-01-15T21:16:29 TPG Appoints Kathy Elsesser as New Independent Director Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/tpg-appoints-kathy-elsesser-as-new-independent-director/article_e892a408-bad0-51f2-a05b-35777c31cc40.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Kathy Elsesser has joined TPG's Board of Directors as an independent director effective immediately. TPG Inc. is a leading global alternative asset management firm. The company is based in San Francisco and Fort Worth, Texas and trades on the Nasdaq. "SAN FRANCISCO & FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 15, 2025-- TPG Inc. (NASDAQ: TPG), a leading global alternative asset management firm, announced today that Kathy Elsesser has joined its Board ...[+77 chars]" 2025-01-15T21:15:00 Essex Reports Characteristics of 2024 Dividends Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/essex-reports-characteristics-2024-dividends-211500094.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/1f7157390a489a6b9a4d25ea4c0a9b22 US en Essex Property Trust, Inc. announced today the income tax treatment for its 2024 distributions to shareholders. The Company did not incur any foreign taxes during 2024. Shareholders are encouraged to consult with their tax advisors as to their specific tax treatment of Essex Property Trust's dividends. SAN MATEO, Calif., January 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) announced today the income tax treatment for its 2024 distributions to shareholders. The 2024 distribution c...[+1639 chars] 2025-01-15T21:05:00 ASGN Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/asgn-schedules-fourth-quarter-full-210500056.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/4de6e09009ce65a41cb60416b4ad190c US en ASGN Incorporated will host its fourth quarter and full 2024 conference call on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. ET. The Company's financial results and prepared remarks will be posted to its website prior to the call. The webcast for this call will be available at www.asgn.com. A replay of the conference call is available until February 19, 2025. RICHMOND, Va., January 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ASGN Incorporated (NYSE: ASGN) announced today that it will host its fourth quarter and full 2024 conference call on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 4...[+1122 chars] 2025-01-15T20:47:37 John Ivison: How Carney plans to win the Liberal leadership and hold Poilievre to a minority John Ivison https://calgaryherald.com/opinion/mark-carney-liberal-leadership-2/wcm/9444a12c-3128-46eb-ae5e-119df2b0b0a3 https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/calgaryherald/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Mark-Carney-1-2.jpg CA en Carney is running for the Liberal party in the upcoming election. Francesco Sorbara is one of a growing number of Liberal MPs publicly proclaiming their support for Carney. Chrystia Freeland, his presumed closest contender, may decide not to run after all. "Article content Article content The momentum gathering behind him is such that there is speculation Chrystia Freeland, his presumed closest contender, may decide not to run after all. Article content ...[+2855 chars]" 2025-01-15T20:22:40 Transportation secretary pick vows to buck any pressure to help Elon Musk in agency probes of Tesla Associated Press https://www.santacruzsentinel.com/2025/01/15/trump-cabinet-transportation-secretary-duffy https://www.santacruzsentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Trump_Cabinet_Duffy_35173_151c74.jpg?w=1024&h=683 US en Sean Duffy promised not to interfere in ongoing agency investigations into Elon Musk's electric car company if confirmed to head the department. If confirmed, Sean Duffy will take over on January 15, 2025 at 12:22 PM PST. If he's confirmed, he'll take over from Sean Duffy. Sean Duffy promised to not interfere in ongoing agency investigations into Elon Musk's electric car company if confirmed to head the department. Originally Published: January 15, 2025 at 12:22 PM PST 2025-01-15T20:13:02 Net Zero Asset Managers Group 'in Tatters' After BlackRock Exit Stephen Heins https://stephenheins.substack.com/p/net-zero-asset-managers-group-in https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03bda308-33e6-4436-a60e-bbe0f081ca97_225x225.png US en Last Friday, the world's largest investment firm, BlackRock, canceled its membership and participation in the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative. Less than a week later, NZAM has'suspended activities' and removed its mission statement and the entire list of firms that are members of the group. The organization is reported to be 'in tatters'. We can't stop giggling. Last Friday, MDN brought you the news that the world's largest investment firm, BlackRock, announced it had canceled its membership and participation in the Net Zero Asset Mana...[+8289 chars] 2025-01-15T19:57:08 Ladenburg Thalmann lifts Edison stock rating to ‘neutral' on valuation Investing.com https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/ladenburg-thalmann-lifts-edison-stock-rating-to-neutral-on-valuation/ar-AA1xgwYA US en "Ladenburg Thalmann upgraded Edison International (NYSE:EIX) to ""neutral"" from ""sell"". The stock is trading at a 34% discount to P/E estimates, reflecting worst-case outcomes linked to California wildfire risks. An initial assessment of Southern California Edison's role in the Eaton and Hurst fires is not expected until mid-2025. The California Wildfire Insurance Fund's solvency and Edison's future earnings are uncertain." "Investing.com -- Ladenburg Thalmann upgraded Edison International (NYSE:EIX) to ""neutral"" from ""sell"" given its valuation support following a recent sell-off. The stock, trading at a 34% discount to P...[+961 chars]" 2025-01-15T19:32:20 Why Leadership Transparency Will Define Organizational Success In 2025 Kara Dennison https://www.forbes.com/sites/karadennison/2025/01/15/why-leadership-transparency-will-define-organizational-success-in-2025 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67880cc2f60dfac3cd0602b1/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Leadership transparency will be key to organizational success in 2025. Many organizations still struggle to build trust with their employees. Only 15% of employees believe their organization consistently shares its challenges openly. Transparent organizations are ten times more likely to advocate for their workplace than those where it isn't prioritized. "Why Transparent Leadership Will Define Organizational Success in 2025 Leadership transparency will be key to organizational success in 2025. Many organizations still struggle to build trust with their...[+8322 chars]" 2025-01-15T18:57:00 Raw Garden Sets New Standard in Cannabis Industry by Pursuing ECCO Certification Raw Garden https://finance.yahoo.com/news/raw-garden-sets-standard-cannabis-185700566.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/iTANREdRyHhhzNzYTKPelQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/2c3937690b2ec211c4f7807d86d0688b US en Raw Garden, a leading California cannabis brand, is pursuing ECCO certification. ECCCO is a non-profit organization dedicated to setting the highest standards for safety and sustainability within the cannabis industry. It follows 10 years of Clean Green certification in Raw Garden's farming and harvest practices. "Commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability aligns with ECCO's rigorous certification standards SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Raw Garden, a leading California cannabis...[+3601 chars]" 2025-01-15T18:55:01 ESG Trendsetters: TTEC's Comprehensive Approach to Driving Social Impact https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/nick-cerise-c1bca16b2e1e475c24c59973d1533c95 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en TTEC is a leading customer experience technology and services organization focused on the design, implementation, and delivery of transformative customer experience for brands around the world. Its impact strategy is grounded in a seven-pillar framework designed to drive impact for both clients and the organization. TTEC has partnered with Nasdaq ESG Solutions to support its ESG progress. "Nasdaq In this episode of Nasdaq ESG Trendsetters, we hear from Nick Cerise, Chief Marketing Officer at TTEC, a leading customer experience technology and services organization focused on the design, ...[+2747 chars]" 2025-01-15T18:19:11 Generation Pledge asks heirs to give early Mike Scutari https://www.insidephilanthropy.com/home/how-generation-pledge-helps-affluent-heirs-chart-their-giving-course https://www.insidephilanthropy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Sid-scaled-e1736963117424.jpg US en Generation Pledge was launched in 2018 and aims to sign up 5,000 inheritors by 2035. It asks pledgers to commit to donating at least 10% of their inheritance within the first five years of inheriting. Generation Pledge was founded by Sid Efromovich and Marina Feffer Oelsner, who are both heirs. "Generation Pledge cofounder Sid Efromovich According to the consulting firm Accenture, today's boomer and silent generation wealth holders will gift their heirs some head-spinning figures: up to $30 t...[+9908 chars]" 2025-01-15T17:46:00 Xbox Expands Sustainability Efforts with Repairability Program and Packaging Changes engadget https://headtopics.com/news/xbox-expands-sustainability-efforts-with-repairability-64775086 https://i.headtopics.com/images/2025/1/15/engadget/xbox-expands-sustainability-efforts-with-repairabi-xbox-expands-sustainability-efforts-with-repairabi-39B97DA781676FF3AC16E1692E9A7BE8.webp US en As of January 20, uBreakiFix by Asurion will be the first Xbox Authorized Service Provider in the US. Previously, authorized in-person Xbox repairs were only available at the Microsoft Store. The company's game studios have been using the Xbox Sustainability Toolkit to make more energy-efficient games. Xbox has announced a few more sustainability efforts, including an expansion of its repairability program. You'll be able to buy official replacement parts for Xbox Series X/S systems from theand disc...[+1324 chars] 2025-01-15T17:44:02 Starmer Defends Naming Ex-Banks Lobbyist to City of London Job Ailbhe Rea https://www.yahoo.com/news/starmer-defends-naming-ex-banks-174402213.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/bHwcbQBmeYSYbsmSoscMOw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03ODU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_politics_602/9fff36c722cd184c54798f2d0b9e4c8e US en Emma Reynolds was appointed economic secretary to the Treasury on Tuesday. She was previously a lobbyist for TheCityUK, a trade group representing British banks. Prime Minister Keir Starmer wants to end revolving-door relationships between government and business. The City minister's portfolio includes anti-corruption efforts. (Bloomberg) -- Keir Starmer's office insisted the prime minister was still committed to ending revolving-door relationships between government and business after appointing a former financial industry...[+2803 chars] 2025-01-15T17:40:23 Does John Jinapor intend to introduce ‘Goro Boys' into ECG activities? https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Does-John-Jinapor-intend-to-introduce-Goro-Boys-into-ECG-activities-Minority-quizzes-1967537 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/547/54716988.jpg GH en The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns about the shift in stance of the energy minister nominee, John Abdulai Jinapor, on private sector participation in the activities of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). The Minority further pointed out inconsistencies in John Jinapor's approach to managing ECG. "General News of Wednesday, 15 January 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns about the shift in stance of the energy minister nominee, John Abdulai Jinapor, on pr...[+2069 chars]" 2025-01-15T17:08:12 EssilorLuxottica: Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights Outstanding as of December 31, 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/16/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/essilorluxottica-disclosure-of-share-capital-and-voting-rights-outstanding-as-of-december-31-2024/2039605 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/16/516181.png PH en As of December 31, 2024, shares and voting rights outstanding of EssilorLuxottica breaks down as indicated below. For further information, please consult the Prospectus which received Visa No. 18-460 from the AMF on September 28, 2018 and its Securities Note Supplement. The prospectus is available on the website. "Disclosure of Share Capital and Voting Rights Outstanding as of December 31, 2024 (Pursuant to Article L.233-8 II of the French Commercial Code and articles 221-1 and 223-16 of the General Regulations...[+705 chars]" 2025-01-15T17:08:11 Societe Generale: Half-Year statement on the Liquidity agreement https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/16/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/societe-generale-half-year-statement-on-the-liquidity-agreement/2039604 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/16/516180.gif PH en Half-year statement on the liquidity agreement between Societe Generale and Rothschild Martin Maurel. The following assets were held by the liquidity account as of 31 December 2024 under the agreement signed between the two parties: Rothschild Martin MAurel and Société Generale. "HALF-YEAR STATEMENT ON THE LIQUIDITY AGREEMENT Regulated Information Paris, 15 January 2025 Half-year statement and information about the number of executed transactions and the exchanged volume regar...[+221 chars]" 2025-01-15T16:40:00 Major success of the friendly public tender offer initiated by Bridgepoint, in association with General Atlantic and the management shareholders, for the Esker shares Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/major-success-friendly-public-tender-164000147.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/75957d7c23aa6f1f240355bf263d21c5 US en Boréal Bidco will hold 74.62% of the share capital and at least 74.49% of voting rights of Esker at the end of the first Offer period. Settlement-delivery of the initial Offer will take place on 24 January 2025. The Offer will be reopened from 17 to 30 January 2025 at a price of €262 per share. "Reopening of the offer from 17 to 30 January 2025 LYON, France, January 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Esker: - Esker's shareholders show strong support for the Offer by tendering their shares in large nu...[+9052 chars]" 2025-01-15T16:27:57 EPG Raises Concerns Over Consultation Process for Building Byelaws Amendments KL News Network https://kashmirlife.net/epg-raises-concerns-over-consultation-process-for-building-byelaws-amendments-379811 https://kashmirlife.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/EPG-Celebrates-World-Environment-Day-at-Greenland-College-.jpg IN en The Environmental Policy Group (EPG) has expressed serious concerns over the limited public consultation process for proposed amendments to the Jammu and Kashmir Unified Building Byelaws (UBBL) 2021. The group has criticised the narrow timeframe and inadequate dissemination of information about the amendments. EPG warned that the proposed amendments could have far-reaching environmental consequences for the Union Territory. SRINAGAR: The Environmental Policy Group (EPG), a prominent advocacy organisation in Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed serious concerns over the limited public consultation process for proposed amendme...[+2849 chars] 2025-01-15T16:25:09 Envu Earns EcoVadis Gold Rating for Sustainability Leadership Ein News http://agriculture.einnews.com/pr_news/777216418/envu-earns-ecovadis-gold-rating-for-sustainability-leadership https://img.einnews.com/ampsize/810607/envu-ecovadis-gold-2025.jpeg UA en Envu has earned EcoVadis Gold rating for its sustainability achievements in 2024 with a score of 78/100. Envu ranks among the top 5% of over 70,000 companies assessed globally. The company has joined the UN Global Compact. It has a Great Place To WorkCertification in the United States, India and France. "Envu Earns EcoVadis Gold Rating for Sustainability Leadership Global environmental science company advances its commitment to healthy environments including joining the United Nations Global Compact I...[+5024 chars]" 2025-01-15T16:17:00 Costco is bucking the DEI retreat Francisco Velasquez https://qz.com/costco-dei-trend-mcdonalds-meta-google-ford-1851739985 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_675,pg_1,q_80,w_1200/6df03b86f7b7514deb0212d1ba9dd401.jpg US en A shareholder vote on Jan. 23 could have significant implications for both Costco and other businesses watching the conflict unfold. If the proposal passes, Costco will be required to reassess its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. However, if the recommendation from Costco's Board of Directors to reject the proposal prevails, the company will continue with its current diversity framework. "COST +0.44% WMT +0.25% GOOGL +2.44% META +3.45% MSFT +2.34% At a time when many large U.S. companies are scaling back their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts, Costco is standing firm in it...[+2592 chars]" 2025-01-15T16:16:11 Major banks are abandoning their climate alliance en masse. So much for 'woke capital' Adrienne Buller https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/major-banks-are-abandoning-their-climate-alliance-en-masse-so-much-for-ed0f1453573a7840e73a00701ce8e4a8d179163e https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/3d85f0f05b833bb77f17dfa340e659b11464e3c2/0_371_5568_3341/master/5568.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctb3BpbmlvbnMucG5n&enable=upscale&s=e577e1a6e38d5c73d287243191bbbfdd FR en JP Morgan is the sixth major US bank to quit the Net Zero Banking Alliance since the start of December. The NZBA is a voluntary network of global banks committed to align lending and investment portfolios with net zero emissions by 2050. The alliance requires new members to submit science-aligned targets within 18 months of joining and disclose plans for and status updates on meeting them. Last week, as flames began tearing through greater Los Angeles, claiming multiple lives and forcing more than 100,000 people to evacuate, JP Morgan became the sixth major US bank to quit the Net Zero ...[+1794 chars] 2025-01-15T16:16:00 Do you want to introduce ‘goro boys' into ECG activities? – Minority quizzes John Jinapor Modernghana https://www.modernghana.com/news/1372063/do-you-want-to-introduce-goro-boys-into-ecg-acti.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/115202543607-23041q5dcw-115202541416-img-20250113-wa0240-2048x1152-1.jpg GH en Minority in Parliament has expressed concerns over the shifting stance of Energy Minister-designate John Jinapor on private sector participation in the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). On September 18, 2024, he suggested that private sector involvement was detrimental to ECG, citing the need to reduce political interference. By January 7, 2025, he had reversed his stance, advocating for private sector Participation in metering and collection. "Minority in Parliament has expressed concerns over the shifting stance of Energy Minister-designate John Jinapor on private sector participation in the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). According to...[+1822 chars]" 2025-01-15T16:00:00 Corruption, education top concerns of business executives Louella Desiderio https://qa.philstar.com/headlines/2025/01/16/2414563/corruption-education-top-concerns-business-executives https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/01/16/corruption_2025-01-16_00-25-19.jpg PH en Corruption, education and dealing with local government units (LGUs) are top concerns for businesses this year, according to the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP). This year's board has set four main thrusts that will guide the group's activities: member engagement, country competitiveness, ESG (environmental, social and governance) and shared prosperity. "MANILA, Philippines — Corruption, education and dealing with local government units (LGUs) are top concerns for businesses this year, according to the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP). ...[+2637 chars]" 2025-01-15T15:37:41 Investors urged to back climate adaption and resilience as roadmap unveiled Lawrence Matheson https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/investors-urged-back-climate-adaption-34487725 https://i2-prod.mirror.co.uk/money/article34487724.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_Experts-called-on-investors-to-prepare-for-a-hotter-world-as-they-unveiled-a-roadmap-to-manage-physical-climate-risks.jpg GB en Investors are urged to focus on climate adaptation and resilience as US corporations distance themselves from environmental, social, and governance concerns. University of Cambridge's Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) and Investment Leaders Group have released a guide for investors on how to handle physical climate dangers in investment portfolios. "Investors are being urged to focus on climate adaptation and resilience, as US corporations increasingly distance themselves from environmental, social, and governance concerns. Experts from the Unive...[+4168 chars]" 2025-01-15T15:32:18 Revoke licenses for mining in forest reserves- Ken Ashigbey Kodjo Adams https://gna.org.gh/2025/01/revoke-licenses-for-mining-in-forest-reserves-ken-ashigbey https://gna.org.gh/web/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Science-Forest-Mining-.jpg GH en Dr. Ken Ashigbey, Convenor of the Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey, has urged the government to revoke licenses granted for prospecting and mining in forest reserves. He made the call during the Annual New Year School and Conference organized by the University of Ghana School of Continuing and Distance Education. "By Kodjo Adams Accra, Jan. 15, GNA- Dr. Ken Ashigbey, Convenor of the Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey, has urged the government to revoke licenses granted for prospecting and mining in forest reserve...[+2412 chars]" 2025-01-15T14:59:55 How Big Oil takes advantage of billions in green loans Associated Press https://www.fastcompany.com/91261015/how-big-oil-takes-advantage-billions-green-loans https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/01/AP25014583351265.jpg US en In the past several years, banks gave out more than $286 billion in'sustainability-linked loans' or SLLs to hundreds of companies in environmentally damaging industries, including fossil fuels, mining, and companies linked to deforestation. The investigation found that these loans are often used to help companies improve their reputation without actually reducing environmental harms. "Shell got one. So did the pipeline company Enbridge. And last summer, energy giant Drax got its biggest one to date, worth more than half a billion dollars. These weren't just any loans to massive cor...[+24373 chars]" 2025-01-15T14:59:28 Southland Industries Announces Two Leadership Appointments Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/southland-industries-announces-two-leadership-appointments/article_e4b796f4-efbb-5f23-a863-527d0e07950d.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Southland Industries announces changes within its leadership team. The new appointments are effective as of January 1, 2025. The changes are part of the company's strategic growth and include the appointments of two key executives.    . "DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 15, 2025-- Southland Industries is excited to announce changes within its leadership team. As part of the company's strategic growth, the new leadership changes inclu...[+96 chars]" 2025-01-15T14:49:19 Shareholders To Decide Fidelity Bank's N36.7bn Share Capital At EGM Chris Ugwu https://thewhistler.ng/shareholder-to-decide-fidelity-banks-n36-7bn-share-capital-at-egm https://thewhistler.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Fidelity-Bank.jpg NG en Fidelity Bank Plc has announced that an EGM of its shareholders will be held on February 6, 2025. The primary agenda for the EGM is the consideration and approval of key resolutions aimed at increasing the bank's share capital and authorizing capital-raising initiatives to support its strategic growth plans. "444 SHARES Share Tweet [mc4wp_form id=33047] Fidelity Bank Plc has announced that an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) of its shareholders will be held virtually on February 6, 2025, to provide shar...[+2440 chars]" 2025-01-15T14:19:00 How mega-polluters tapped $286 billion in green loans Metla Sudha Sekhar https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/global-trends/how-mega-polluters-tapped-286-billion-in-green-loans/articleshow/117265747.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117265851,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-592448,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en "Banks gave out more than $286 billion in ""sustainability-linked loans"" to hundreds of companies in environmentally damaging industries in the last several years. The investigation by The Examination, Toronto Star and Mississippi Today found that the companies don't have to spend the money toward their sustainability targets. The loans are often used to help companies improve their reputation without reducing environmental harms." "Shell got one. So did the pipeline company Enbridge. And last summer, energy giant Drax got its biggest one to date, worth more than half a billion dollars. Budget with ET India's growing trade imbala...[+27068 chars]" 2025-01-15T14:08:19 Thread by @sashachavkin on Thread Reader App https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1879531061618872463.html https://threadreaderapp.com/images/screenshots/thread/1879531061618872463.jpg US en Banks have invested $286 billion in green loans into polluting industries like fossil fuels and mining. SLLs offer lower interest rates to corporations that promise to protect the environment. Drax, a UK-based wood bioenergy company, has gotten more than $700M in Slls amid years of pollution violations in the Deep South. Enbridge got a massive SLL that was part of $7 billion in sustainable debt deals signed by the company. Sasha Chavkin NEW: Banks have poured $286 billion in a lax form of green loans into polluting industries like fossil fuels and mining. Our investigation with @TorontoStar & @MSTODAYnews, published wit...[+1106 chars] 2025-01-15T14:00:00 Southern Company fourth-quarter earnings to be released February 20 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/southern-company-fourth-quarter-earnings-140000863.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/e896ccec9844d133b4d8acb745368d7b US en Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the fourth quarter of 2024 by 7:30 a.m. EST on February 20, 2025. Chairman, president and CEO Christopher C. Womack and CFO Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m., EST on Thursday, February 20. "ATLANTA, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the fourth quarter of 2024 by 7:30 a.m. EST on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Chairman, president and CEO Christ...[+1951 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:56:20 Assent Research Highlights Significant Gaps in Manufacturer Readiness for the EU's New Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/assent-research-highlights-significant-gaps-in-manufacturer-readiness-for-the-eus-new-corporate-sustainability-reporting-directive-csrd https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bw20250115506939_press_release_image-csrd_readiness_report-1.jpeg CA en Assent's CSRD Readiness Report: Evaluating Sustainability Reporting in Manufacturing found that three quarters of manufacturers do not meet complete CSRD requirements. The CSRD requires a new level of supply chain engagement and transparency for companies to meet the expansive disclosure requirements across ESG topics. "Article content With over 84 disclosure topics and 1,000 data points potentially required, the CSRD requires a new level of supply chain engagement and transparency for companies to meet the expansive...[+2533 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:56:20 Assent Research Highlights Significant Gaps in Manufacturer Readiness for the EU's New Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Business Wire https://edmontonsun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/assent-research-highlights-significant-gaps-in-manufacturer-readiness-for-the-eus-new-corporate-sustainability-reporting-directive-csrd https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bw20250115506939_press_release_image-csrd_readiness_report-1.jpeg CA en Recent study of over 150 manufacturers reveals that 76% of companies did not meet new value chain minimum disclosure requirements for sustainability topics. Assent's CSRD Readiness Report: Evaluating Sustainability Reporting in Manufacturing revealed that while over 99% of manufacturers are integrating ESG considerations into their business strategies, there are apparent gaps in reporting on numerous ESG topics. """Companies need to take a more holistic approach to determine which ESG topics are material to their businesses and start engaging with entities in their value chain to address potential gaps in their...[+6417 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:56:20 Assent Research Highlights Significant Gaps in Manufacturer Readiness for the EU's New Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/assent-research-highlights-significant-gaps-in-manufacturer-readiness-for-the-eus-new-corporate-sustainability-reporting-directive-csrd https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bw20250115506939_press_release_image-csrd_readiness_report-1.jpeg CA en Assent's research on publicly available sustainability reports shows manufacturers in the industrial equipment, electronics, medical devices, automotive, and other manufacturing industries have critical gaps in meeting CSRD requirements in the following areas: 24% of the companies assessed provided biodiversity disclosures that meet the requirements, with most companies lacking structured targets or disclosures related to biodiversity. 49% of companies set targets for water use and marine conservation, 56% disclosed Scope 3 emissions targets, and 57% assessed their financial risks related to material ESG topics. "Article content Assent's research on publicly available sustainability reports shows that manufacturers in the industrial equipment, electronics, medical devices, automotive, and other manufacturing i...[+955 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:56:20 Assent Research Highlights Significant Gaps in Manufacturer Readiness for the EU's New Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Business Wire https://www.saultstar.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/assent-research-highlights-significant-gaps-in-manufacturer-readiness-for-the-eus-new-corporate-sustainability-reporting-directive-csrd https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bw20250115506939_press_release_image-csrd_readiness_report-1.jpeg CA en Assent Inc. evaluated over 150 manufacturers to assess their readiness for new environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting requirements mandated under the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), which goes into effect this year. 76% of companies did not meet new value chain minimum disclosure requirements for sustainability topics. The CSRD requires a new level of supply chain engagement and transparency for companies. "Assent Research Highlights Significant Gaps in Manufacturer Readiness for the EU's New Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Business Wire Article content Recent study of over 150 manufa...[+4760 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:56:05 How big banks shovel 'sustainable loans' to mega polluters Sasha Chavkin https://www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/15/news/banks-sustainable-loans-polluters https://www.nationalobserver.com/sites/default/files/img/2025/01/15/f4ccbe4a-0eb0-456e-b6f1-47581564fd3b.jpeg CA en In the last several years, banks gave out more than $286 billion in'sustainability-linked loans' or SLLs to hundreds of companies in environmentally damaging industries, including fossil fuels, mining and companies linked to deforestation. Some of these loans have financed companies that were actively expanding polluting operations. "Shell got one. So did the pipeline company Enbridge. And last summer, energy giant Drax got its biggest one to date, worth more than half a billion dollars. These weren't just any loans to massive cor...[+24453 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:40:07 Over 70% of Irish firms investing in pay equity initiatives RTÉ News https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2025/0115/1491009-over-70-of-firms-investing-in-pay-equity-initiatives https://img.rasset.ie/0021b5bd-1600.jpg IE en 70% of Irish organisations are investing in pay equity initiatives. 30% of employers view pay equity as a top challenge when it comes to rewarding employees. EU Pay Transparency Directive came into force in 2023 and requires Irish organisations to report and provide transparency across key areas including pay equity and gender pay gaps. "Over 70% of Irish organisations are investing in pay equity initiatives, new research shows. The survey carried out by SD Worx Ireland, a payroll and HR firm, shows that 30% of employers view pay equi...[+1915 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:37:57 Stakeholders' feedback sought on Cost Audit Regime in Pakistan Staff Report https://pakobserver.net/stakeholders-feedback-sought-on-cost-audit-regime-in-pakistan https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SECP.webp PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has sought stakeholders' feedback on the Cost Audit Regime in Pakistan. The consultation paper seeks to assess the effectiveness of the Companies (Maintenance and Audit of Cost Accounts) Regulations and explore potential improvements. At present, Cost Audit requirement is limited to only five industries. "ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has sought stakeholders' feedback on the Cost Audit Regime in Pakistan. According to a press release issued by the SECP on Wednesd...[+971 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:30:36 SEC Obtains Elon Musk Texts In Twitter Lawsuit Sean O'Driscoll https://www.newsweek.com/elon-musk-twitter-purchase-shares-sec-investigation-court-filing-2015165 https://d.newsweek.com/en/full/2564845/elon-musk.jpg US en Elon Musk is being sued by the SEC for allegedly failing to disclose his interest in Twitter. He will become joint head of President Trump's new advisory Department Of Government Efficency on January 20th. The SEC claims that Musk told Twitter's board that he owned at least 5 percent of its stock over a week before he publicly announced it. "Elon Musk's texts have been obtained by the Securities and Exchange Commission as part of its lawsuit against him over allegedly failing to disclose his interest in Twitter. The SEC says that the mess...[+3706 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:18:43 Vedanta reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 28.5 pc from FY12 to FY24 https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/metals-mining/vedanta-reduces-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-28-5-pc-from-fy12-to-fy24/articleshow/117269946.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-225622,resizemode-75,msid-117269946/industry/indl-goods/svs/metals-mining/vedanta-reduces-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-28-5-pc-from-fy12-to-fy24.jpg IN en Vedanta Aluminium has reduced its greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 28.5% between 2011-12 and 2023-24 fiscal years. The company emphasizes sustainable practices, community empowerment and alignment with India's 2070 net-zero vision for 2070. It manufactured 2.37 million tonnes of aluminium in FY24. Vedanta Aluminium has successfully reduced its greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 28.5% from fiscal years 2011-12 to 2023-24, demonstrating its dedication to environmental responsibility and net-ze...[+1708 chars] 2025-01-15T13:16:06 Vedanta Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 28.5 Pc from FY12 to FY24 PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-vedanta-reduces-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-28-5-pc-from-fy12-to-fy24-6567992.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-01-781x441.jpg IN en Vedanta Aluminium has reduced greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 28.5 per cent between 2011-12 and 2023-24 fiscal years. The company manufactured 2.37 million tonnes of aluminium in FY24. It is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. "New Delhi, Jan 15 (PTI) Vedanta Aluminium on Wednesday said it has reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 28.5 per cent between 2011-12 and 2023-24 fiscal years. ""This achievement undersc...[+1753 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:15:49 Vedanta Aluminium's Green Leap: Achieving 28.5% GHG Emissions Cut Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3225870-vedanta-aluminiums-green-leap-achieving-285-ghg-emissions-cut https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/05_06_2024_10_24_38_2710845.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Vedanta Aluminium announced a 28.5% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions intensity since the 2011-12 fiscal year. Chief Operating Officer, Sunil Gupta, emphasized the firm's commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050. This initiative is part of a broader effort to encourage sustainable industrial practices. The company has positively impacted 600,000 people in 269 villages. Vedanta Aluminium announced a remarkable reduction in greenhouse gas emissions intensity, achieving a 28.5% decrease since the 2011-12 fiscal year. This marks a key milestone in the company's dedicati...[+732 chars] 2025-01-15T13:04:05 Ascot Announces Leadership Transition and Appointment of New Director Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/ascot-announces-leadership-transition-and-appointment-of-new-director https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzMjIzNiM2Njk0NzY1IzIwOTM0NTM= CA en Derek White will step down as President & CEO of Ascot Resources Ltd. effective January 14, 2025. Mr. White will remain as an advisor as required. Mr White led the Company through key milestones, including capital raising, development, and construction of the Premier Project. "Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ascot Resources Ltd. (TSX: AOT; OTCQX: AOTVF) (' Ascot ' or the ' Company ') is pleased to announce a leadership transitio...[+464 chars]" 2025-01-15T13:00:49 Energy entrepreneurs call for separate IPO procedures for hydropower companies https://english.khabarhub.com/2025/15/428316 https://english.khabarhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Green-Energy-Entrepreneurs-Nepal.jpg NP en Green Energy Entrepreneurs Nepal presented six key demands to the government on Wednesday. They want the Securities and Exchange Board of Nepal to introduce a separate procedure for issuing Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) specifically for hydropower companies. They also want to address inequalities in Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and an increase in the electricity purchase rate. KATHMANDU: Energy entrepreneurs in Nepal have called for the Securities and Exchange Board of Nepal (SEBON) to introduce a separate procedure for issuing Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) specifically f...[+3094 chars] 2025-01-15T13:00:04 Novata's CSRD Survey 2024: How Companies Are Preparing for CSRD Compliance https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/europe-corporate-management-30787e330030c5e558f19e0b0d074716 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a challenging reporting requirement affecting companies not only in the EU but around the world. Novata conducted a survey to assess the landscape. The results reflect insights from 59 organisations, 83% of which are headquartered in Europe. Data collection and management emerged as the most significant hurdle, followed by understanding regulatory requirements and conducting the Double Materiality Assessment (DMA). Only 29% of companies have engaged a technology provider. CSRD compliance is also expected to carry a substantial financial burden, particularly in the initial years. "Executive Summary The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a challenging reporting requirement affecting companies not only in the EU but around the world. To gain insights into how ...[+1899 chars]" 2025-01-15T12:57:35 Irish employers struggle to offer equal pay in bonuses and rewards Azmia Riaz https://www.independent.ie/business/irish-employers-struggle-to-offer-equal-pay-in-bonuses-and-rewards/a1933285523.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/oiKv_1D4sTEyfxp8fFYUydAMGyo=/468x0:5532x3376/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/be2ba2fa-8fbf-4811-920f-ab418585f4e3/968495a2-c2e1-4cad-ac02-e9acb45a30b9/be2ba2fa-8fbf-4811-920f-ab418585f4e3.jpg IE en 74% of Irish organisations are investing in pay equity. However, over half of them struggle to balance these rewards with rising labour costs. The EU Pay Transparency Directive came into effect in June 2023. It requires employers to disclose salary ranges on job advertisements. It will take effect for organisations with more than 250 staff starting 2027. Out of 1000 organisations surveyed, 74pc of Irish organisations interviewed are investing in pay equity – initiatives that ensure equal pay for similar work. However, over half of them struggle to bal...[+2217 chars] 2025-01-15T12:54:27 Major banks are abandoning their climate alliance en masse. So much for ‘woke capital' The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/Major_banks_are_abandoning_their_climate_alliance_en_masse_S https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/[] US en Six US banks left the Cop26 net zero banking alliance last week. The exodus of six US banks signifies a seismic political shift. Los Angeles was hit by a massive fire last week, which forced the alliance to align lending and investment portfolios with net zero emissions by 2050. The scope of the Cop26 net zero banking alliance may have been limited, but the exodus of six US banks signifies a seismic political shiftLast week, as flames began tearing through greater Los Angeles...[+113 chars] 2025-01-15T12:50:00 American Airlines Mismanaged Employees' Retirement Funds By Investing In ESG, Court Rules Robert Lee https://www.FreedomsPhoenix.com/News/373697-2025-01-15-american-airlines-mismanaged-employees-retirement-funds-by-investing-in-esg.htm https://www.freedomsphoenix.com/Uploads/Graphics/522-0115053852-Newsroom-general-12.jpg US en The judgment came as part of a 2023 lawsuit filed against American Airlines and the company's Employee Benefits Committee. The class action alleges that the defendants violated their duty of loyalty under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act. They hired investment managers with an agenda to convert their retirement plans' core index portfolios into ESG funds. ESG looks at nonmonetary factors while making investment decisions. "The judgment came as part of a 2023 lawsuit filed against American Airlines and the company's Employee Benefits Committee. The class action alleges that the defendants violated their duty of loyalty u...[+1643 chars]" 2025-01-15T12:45:30 2025 Is A Critical Year For Cage-Free Meat And Eggs Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/2025_Is_A_Critical_Year_For_CageFree_Meat_And_Eggs https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ug1i1Hao9VE/0.jpg US en The first corporate policies committing to being 100% cage-free came about in 2015. Those pledges are now coming due and they're coming due now. . i in the coming years, the pledges are expected to be fulfilled. The first major corporate policies committing to being 100% cage-free came about in 2015. Those pledges are now coming due. 2025-01-15T12:27:29 The Moral Hacker: Building Your Tech Brand Without Selling Your Soul Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/The_Moral_Hacker_Building_Your_Tech_Brand_Without_Selling_Yo https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/[] US en They must create a culture that champions values and multi-stakeholder concerns. They must develop an aversion toward superficiality and meaningless acclaim. They should create an aversion to superficiality, meaningless acclaim, and develop a culture of respect for all stakeholders. We must create a culture that champions values and multi-stakeholder concerns and develop an aversion toward superficiality and meaningless acclaim. 2025-01-15T12:23:00 SC To Unveil Toolkit To Assist Listed Companies' Transition To Meet NSRF Compliance BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2382804 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/bcfa39b89b9a2ccd929511bcbea61fd9670f6d1b2c92f MY en The Securities Commission Malaysia is concerned about the ability of 'Group 2' and 'Group 3' listed companies to comply with the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF). The SC will launch a toolkit to help companies transition from the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) to the International Sustainable Standards Board (ISSB) guidelines. KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) is concerned about the ability of 'Group 2' and 'Group 3' listed companies to comply with the National Sustainability Reportin...[+1304 chars] 2025-01-15T12:11:55 Deere & Co's DEI showdown Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/deere-cos-dei-showdown-ross-kerber-2025-01-15 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/M34MM5PVJNPW5OUIQMXH2LGPMU.jpg?auth=9868c32c44cb6c2dbac3e4c367a1035740f896dd4b3b28f75796f03f36aa98dd&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Investors are about to weigh in on corporate diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Deere & Co's annual meeting is on February 26th. Two of Deere's largest investors, BlackRock and Vanguard, have become very cautious about supporting resolutions with social or environmental themes. Jan 15 (Reuters) - (The opinions expressed here are those of the author, a columnist for Reuters. This column is part of the weekly Reuters Sustainable Finance newsletter, which you can sign up for he...[+3748 chars] 2025-01-15T12:07:19 Major banks are abandoning their climate alliance en masse. So much for ‘woke capital' Adrienne Buller https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/jan/15/woke-capital-net-zero-banking-alliance https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/3d85f0f05b833bb77f17dfa340e659b11464e3c2/0_371_5568_3341/master/5568.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctb3BpbmlvbnMucG5n&enable=upscale&s=e577e1a6e38d5c73d287243191bbbfdd GB en JP Morgan is the sixth major US bank to quit the Net Zero Banking Alliance since the start of December. The alliance is a voluntary network of global banks committed to 'align lending and investment portfolios with net zero emissions by 2050'. It is part of the umbrella Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ), which counts among its membership dozens of 'alliances' covering various segments of global finance. Last week, as flames began tearing through greater Los Angeles, claiming multiple lives and forcing more than 100,000 people to evacuate, JP Morgan became the sixth major US bank to quit the Net Zero ...[+6283 chars] 2025-01-15T12:00:21 Elon Musk slams SEC as ‘broken' over ‘artificially' created $150 million Twitter stock windfall Bit RSS https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/Elon_Musk_slams_SEC_as_broken_over_artificially_created_150_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Q7jzbvle5gE/0.jpg US en Elon Musk has criticized the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over its lawsuit regarding his delayed disclosure of a significant stake in Twitter, now rebranded as X. Musk is the billionaire entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla. The lawsuit marks a setback for Musk. Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla, has criticized the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over its lawsuit regarding his delayed disclosure of a significant stake in Twi...[+45 chars] 2025-01-15T12:00:00 Daily Insights for CEOs: Sustainable leadership – Building businesses that last https://www.myjoyonline.com/daily-insights-for-ceos-sustainable-leadership-building-businesses-that-last https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-15-at-07.15.43.jpeg GH en In today's global and local markets, CEOs are not just measured by profits but by the sustainability of their businesses. Sustainable leadership involves balancing economic success with environmental responsibility, social equity, and governance (ESG) practices. In Ghana, where industries such as agriculture, energy, and real estate intersect with environmental and social concerns, CEOs must adopt sustainable practices. In today's global and local markets, CEOs are not just measured by profits but by the sustainability of their businesses. Sustainable leadership involves balancing economic success with environmental ...[+2515 chars] 2025-01-15T11:38:21 Tadweer targets reducing emissions across operations by 40% by 2035 Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/Tadweer_targets_reducing_emissions_across_operations_by_40_b https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8L6GdEBmEUY/0.jpg US en Tadweer Group has announced the creation of a decarbonisation pathway with a target of reducing emissions across its business operations by 40% by 2035. This announcement was made on 15th January, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, Gulf News Agency reports. ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 15th Jan, 2025) Tadweer Group has announced the creation of a decarbonisation pathway with a target of reducing emissions across its business operat...[+38 chars] 2025-01-15T11:29:40 Meatpacker JBS Says Net-Zero Emissions Pledge Was 'Never A Promise' https://www.esmmagazine.com/retail/meatpacker-jbs-says-net-zero-emissions-pledge-was-never-a-promise-280675 https://img.resized.co/esmmagazine/eyJkYXRhIjoie1widXJsXCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL21lZGlhLm1hZGlzb25wdWJsaWNhdGlvbnMuZXVcXFwvZXNtbWFnYXppbmUtcHJvZFxcXC91cGxvYWRzXFxcLzIwMjNcXFwvMTFcXFwvMjEwNzEyNDNcXFwvOC4tZjc0M2U0OTBlODJmOTMxNjEwMTNhMDI2NzQ0YTFmYzMxLmpwZ1wiLFwid2lkdGhcIjoxMjAwLFwiaGVpZ2h0XCI6NjI3LFwiZGVmYXVsdFwiOlwiaHR0cHM6XFxcL1xcXC9pbWcucmVzaXplZC5jb1xcXC9uby1pbWFnZS5wbmdcIixcIm9wdGlvbnNcIjpbXX0iLCJoYXNoIjoiYTJiOTRiM2JmYTg0NWI4NDhmMGE4YjNiOWViZDAwM2I0YzMwN2NjYSJ9/meatpacker-jbs-says-net-zero-emissions-pledge-was-never-a-promise.jpg IE en The world's largest meatpacker, JBS, became the first of its peers to commit to cutting or offsetting all its emissions by 2040. It is also committed to ending illegal deforestation across its long supply chain that starts in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon. In October, Brazil's environmental protection agency fined ranches and meatpackers for raising or buying cattle on illegally deforested Amazon land. The world's largest meatpacker, JBS, became in 2021 the first of its peers to commit to cutting or offsetting all its emissions by 2040, and to ending illegal deforestation across its long supply chai...[+5658 chars] 2025-01-15T11:21:02 Brazilian meatpacker JBS says net-zero emissions pledge was 'never a promise' Stefanie Eschenbacher https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/brazilian-meatpacker-jbs-says-net-zero-emissions-pledge-was-never-promise-2025-01-15 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/36GX76MIDJK4NPS332QDUIAHYY.jpg?auth=b6ee7b787f00044b8c041438070e167f766c16ad55a3b0bb2671af4fe3032c55&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en "The world's largest meatpacker, JBS, became the first of its peers to commit to cutting or offsetting all its emissions by 2040. It used terms such as ""commitment"" and ""pledge"" to describe its plan on calls with investors about a sustainable bond issue and in marketing materials. CEO Jason Weller told Reuters in a rare interview that its emissions goal was merely an ""aspiration""" SAO PAULO, Jan 15 (Reuters) - The world's largest meatpacker, JBS, became in 2021 the first of its peers to commit to cutting or offsetting all its emissions by 2040, and to ending illegal deforestati...[+5669 chars] 2025-01-15T11:20:36 Exclusive-Brazilian meatpacker JBS says net-zero emissions pledge was 'never a promise' Stefanie Eschenbacher https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exclusive-brazilian-meatpacker-jbs-says-112036331.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/a1e91044c30fc944fab13d81f364d45a US en "The world's largest meatpacker, JBS, became the first of its peers to commit to cutting or offsetting all its emissions by 2040. It used terms such as ""commitment"" and ""pledge"" to describe its plan on calls with investors about a sustainable bond issue and in marketing materials. CEO Jason Weller told Reuters in a rare interview that its emissions goal was merely an ""aspiration"" and JBS cannot control how farms operate." "By Stefanie Eschenbacher, Luciana Magalhaes and Simon Jessop SAO PAULO (Reuters) - The world's largest meatpacker, JBS, became in 2021 the first of its peers to commit to cutting or offsetting all its...[+5735 chars]" 2025-01-15T11:13:25 Elon Musk Sued by SEC Over Alleged Failure To Disclose Twitter Stock On Time David Gilmour https://www.mediaite.com/news/elon-musk-sued-by-sec-over-alleged-failure-to-disclose-twitter-stock-on-time https://www.mediaite.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/AP24361288028756-scaled.jpg US en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a lawsuit against tech billionaire Elon Musk, accusing him of failing to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022. The omission allowed Musk to save 'by at least $150 million' on shares he purchased after surpassing the 5 percent ownership threshold. Musk finalized his purchase of Twitter in October 2022 and rebranded it as X. "Press Association via AP Images The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a lawsuit against tech billionaire Elon Musk, accusing him of failing to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a...[+1494 chars]" 2025-01-15T11:09:39 NY governor punts on cap-and-trade style climate funding program Marie J. French https://www.eenews.net/articles/ny-governor-punts-on-cap-and-trade-style-climate-funding-program https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/87/6c/06a42fd848389c7ed0615d33511c/free-school-lunches-new-york-88919.jpg US en Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to delay action on her signature climate funding program for another year. Instead, she wants state agencies to develop requirements for companies and polluters to report on their emissions. The governor is still wary of the potential consumer impacts and political consequences of a charge on emissions. "ALBANY, New York — Gov. Kathy Hochul plans to delay action on her signature climate funding program for another year. Hochul won't move forward on implementing 'cap and invest' this year, despite prom...[+695 chars]" 2025-01-15T11:08:20 Meat Corporate Pledges: A Sustainable Future or Mere Aspirations? Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3225611-meat-corporate-pledges-a-sustainable-future-or-mere-aspirations https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_05_2024_22_26_47_8496431.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en In 2021, JBS vowed to cut all emissions by 2040 and halt illegal deforestation across its chain by 2025. Critics argue that the company's emissions largely stem from deforestation. The Batista family's control over JBS poses a considerable barrier to shareholder influence. In 2021, JBS, the global leader in meatpacking, vowed to cut all emissions by 2040 and halt illegal deforestation across its chain by 2025. Nevertheless, the company's commitment to these goals is now...[+862 chars] 2025-01-15T10:46:32 Criticizes the government and Erling Sande for nature law violations archyde https://www.archyde.com/criticizes-the-government-and-erling-sande-for-nature-law-violations-nrk-dokumentar https://gfx.nrk.no/dopiwuD1psU-q9rzp-UFqgLXyZIkdntQd6JsFa9uC1dQ US en Investigation shed light on 100 significant environmental interventions in Norway between 2017 and 2022. The findings revealed serious deficiencies and violations of the law in municipal proceedings. Erling Sande, the Municipal and District Minister from the Center Party, stood by the municipalities. Une Bastholm, a prominent figure in the MDG (Miljøpartiet De Grønne), has brought attention to a concerning trend in municipal planning. Sofie Marhaug, Rødt's environmental policy spokesperson, highlighted the severity of the uncovered errors. "In ⁢January 2025, a groundbreaking investigation‌ shed light on ‍100 of the most significant environmental interventions in Norway between 2017 and 2022.⁢ The findings revealed serious deficiencies an...[+20038 chars]" 2025-01-15T10:23:00 Prince Court is First Private Hospital In Malaysia To Successfully Perform ESG Procedure BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/general/news.php?id=2382769 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/e321f4e04a15fa75b6546a71495e544b67871ba3a3fa8 MY en Prince Court Medical Centre is the first private hospital in Malaysia to successfully perform the Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) procedure. The procedure was performed on Dec 30, 2024 by a multidisciplinary team. It is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure that uses an endoscope to reshape the stomach and reduce its size. "The multidisciplinary team in action during the ESG procedure Kredit : Prince Court (from left) Assistant Professor Dr. Voraboot Taweerutchana, who attended the procedure as an observer; General & Bar...[+1861 chars]" 2025-01-15T10:20:48 Indonesia prepares 2.48 million tons CO2e for global carbon trading Prisca Triferna Violleta https://en.antaranews.com/news/341522/indonesia-prepares-248-million-tons-co2e-for-global-carbon-trading https://cdn.antaranews.com/cache/1200x800/2025/01/15/480397_1736908273-1.jpeg ID en 2.48 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) are ready to be traded globally on January 20. The launch of international carbon trading is scheduled for January 20, 2025. Indonesia aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 31.89 percent through domestic efforts and 43.20 percent with international support by 2030. Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Environment (KLH)/Environmental Control Agency (BPLH) announced that 2.48 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) are ready to be traded globally on January...[+2190 chars] 2025-01-15T10:05:30 Call for reforms as telecoms sidestep Dar stock exchange Media News Company https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/call-for-reforms-as-telecoms-sidestep-dar-stock-exchange-4889702 https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/resource/image/4889710/landscape_ratio3x2/1200/800/558fb58918ebc34da16b9e96f301b693/aX/dsm-stock-pic.jpg TZ en The Electronic and Postal Communications Act of 2010 requires non-state-owned telecom operators to offload at least 25 percent of their shares to the public via the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange. Since its listing in 2017, Vodacom Tanzania PLC has paid over Sh571 billion in dividends. Dar es Salaam. The mandatory requirement for telecommunications firms to list on the stock exchange has become a subject of intense debate among industry stakeholders. To date, only one operator has a...[+2877 chars] 2025-01-15T10:02:35 How mega-polluters take advantage of billions in green loans SASHA CHAVKIN https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mega-polluters-advantage-billions-green-100235875.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/obw.Yqn4OBnyZ3CkvUWBpg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/ap_finance_articles_694/741e217c08b17ccfb1d9ba0e00e6fd52 US en In the last several years, banks gave out more than $286 billion in'sustainability-linked loans' or SLLs to hundreds of companies in environmentally damaging industries, including fossil fuels, mining and companies linked to deforestation. Last summer, energy giant Drax got its biggest one to date, worth more than half a billion dollars. "Shell got one. So did the pipeline company Enbridge. And last summer, energy giant Drax got its biggest one to date, worth more than half a billion dollars. These weren't just any loans to massive cor...[+24482 chars]" 2025-01-15T09:59:00 Good governance is key to retaining investor confidence, says SFC chairman The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/225108/Good-governance-is-key-to-retaining-investor-confidence,-says-SFC-chairman https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/TSOG2.png HK en The Securities and Futures Commission has various measures to address different levels of risk amid rising geopolitical uncertainties this year. Good corporate governance is essential to retain investor confidence. Listed companies should ensure transparency and communicate effectively with investors even when profits decline to boost market activity and shareholder confidence. The Securities and Futures Commission, as a regulatory body, has various measures to address different levels of risk amid rising geopolitical uncertainties this year, said chairman Kelvin Wong Tin-ya...[+536 chars] 2025-01-15T09:41:00 Big Tech companies are cutting DEI programs—but watch exactly how they do it Pavithra Mohan https://www.fastcompany.com/91259464/amazon-meta-cutting-dei-programs https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/01/p-1-91259464-big-tech-companies-are-cutting-dei-programs-heres-what-that-really-means.jpg US en Meta and Amazon have made significant changes to their diversity and equity programs. Meta will no longer have a team that explicitly works on DEI. Chief diversity officer Maxine Williams will move into a new role on the accessibility and engagement team. Meta has confirmed that it is dissolving many of its DEI initiatives. In the past year, all sorts of companies have retreated from their commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion, from 'masculine' brands like John Deere and Harley-Davidson to massive companies lik...[+2953 chars] 2025-01-15T09:35:09 Markets At A Crossroads: Orderly Or Chaotic Transition? London Business School https://www.forbes.com/sites/lbsbusinessstrategyreview/2025/01/15/markets-at-a-crossroads-orderly-or-chaotic-transition https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/677e83e6fd7b6cdd04d2a48a/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Financial markets reward short-term returns at odds with the planet's finite resources and society's long-term needs. Global investment still favors fossil fuels and other high-impact industries. Regulators and financial institutions should adopt policies that encourage a steady movement of capital toward sustainable enterprises. A disorderly transition would bring instability to heavily exposed industries and the broader financial system. "Protesters calling for massive economic and political changes to curb the effects of global warming ... [+] hold a sit in around the Wall Street Bull statue. (Photo by) We are on a collision course be...[+8294 chars]" 2025-01-15T09:26:00 Sabah MACC emphasises importance of anti-corruption pledges in business, government Stephanie Lee https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/01/15/sabah-macc-emphasises-importance-of-anti-corruption-pledges-in-business-government https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/01/15/3119077.jpg MY en Sabah MACC director Datuk S. Karunanithy urges businesses and government agencies to adopt the Ikrar Bebas Rasuah (IBR) pledge in their daily lives. Sabah Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will always support and assist anyone who wishes to practice it. "KOTA KINABALU: Anti-corruption pledges should be practised in the daily operations of business and government agencies, says Sabah MACC director Datuk S. Karunanithy. He said the Ikrar Bebas Rasuah (I...[+1005 chars]" 2025-01-15T09:00:00 Macquarie refuses to say whether it stands by climate commitments Joshua Peach https://www.afr.com/companies/financial-services/macquarie-refuses-to-say-whether-it-stands-by-climate-commitments-20250115-p5l4kx https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.2141%2C$multiply_3%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_22%2C$y_175/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/aa0f6ea5c4303809696f17d8672fb0ea7c7e48c2 AU en Macquarie is refusing to commit to its green targets. The global investment manager, bank and transaction advisory business has publicly pledged to work towards net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative has suspended its activities due to the election of Donald Trump. Macquarie is refusing to commit to its green targets amid a broader pullback from environmental goals by major asset managers, including the suspension of the world's largest climate finance alliance....[+290 chars] 2025-01-15T08:25:05 Judge Dismisses New York City's Climate Change Lawsuit Against Exxon, BP, and Shell – [your]NEWS your NEWS Media Newsroom https://yournews.com/2025/01/15/3114395/judge-dismisses-new-york-citys-climate-change-lawsuit-against-exxon https://yournews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/shutterstock_2244025545-scaled.jpg US en A Manhattan judge dismissed New York City's lawsuit accusing Exxon Mobil, BP, and Shell of misleading the public on climate change and renewable energy. The decision marks a significant victory for the oil companies. The lawsuit was part of a broader effort by U.S. state and local governments to hold oil companies accountable for climate change-related damages. "A Manhattan judge dismissed New York City's lawsuit accusing Exxon Mobil, BP, and Shell of misleading the public on climate change and renewable energy. By yourNEWS Media Newsroom A New York state jud...[+3199 chars]" 2025-01-15T08:04:00 Mirror TV ESG Leadership Summit: Industry, Government, and Academia Unite to Usher in a New Era of Sustainability PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mirror-tv-esg-leadership-summit-080400684.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/5b8b7083b0da569d4d84463efc5e9454 US en The Mirror TV ESG Leadership Summit brought together leaders from various sectors to share their expertise on sustainable development. Keynote speakers included Mirror TV General Manager Paul Tsai, Minister of Environment Peng Chi-Ming, Deputy Minister of the National Development Council Kao Shien-Quey, Deputy Director-General of the Tourism Administration M.O.T.C., Trust H.J. Lin. TAIPEI, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mirror TV ESG Leadership Summit, organized by Mirror TV in collaboration with the Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy (TAISE) and the European Chamber of ...[+2955 chars] 2025-01-15T07:45:09 Directors excel in routine governance but struggle with emerging challenges, survey finds Fmt Reporters https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2025/01/15/directors-excel-in-routine-governance-but-struggle-with-emerging-challenges-survey-finds https://media.freemalaysiatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/77daee8e-board-meeting-envato-elements-150125.webp MY en PwC Malaysia's Corporate Directors Survey 2024 found that 96% of directors are confident in establishing corporate governance structures and controls, while 90% confident in navigating policy and regulatory changes. Only 25% believe that board diversity translates to improved performance. The survey urged boards to adopt a proactive approach to adapt to business disruptions. "The survey found that 96% of directors are confident in establishing corporate governance structures, and 90% are confident in navigating policy and regulatory changes. (Envato Elements pic) PETALING ...[+1376 chars]" 2025-01-15T07:08:18 Vega Equity Transforms into Xumane, Enhancing Value in ESOP Solutions Rutuparna https://businessnewsthisweek.com/business/vega-equity-transforms-into-xumane-enhancing-value-in-esop-solutions https://businessnewsthisweek.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Business-News-This-Week-logos-1.jpeg IN en Vega Equity, a trusted partner in ESOP Management, advisory, financing, and liquidation, announces its rebranding as Xumane. The company has partnered with over 100+ esteemed clients, including OfBusiness, V Mart, Insurance Dekho, Akum Drugs, Trade India, Loop Health, and more. New Delhi, India — January 15, 2025 – Vega Equity, a trusted partner in ESOP Management, advisory, financing, and liquidation, announces its rebranding as Xumane. This transformation signifies not jus...[+2151 chars] 2025-01-15T06:39:03 Scharf Investments' Eric Lynch discusses Japan's corporate governance efforts https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/01/15/scharf-investments-eric-lynch-on-japans-corporate-governance-efforts.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108086658-17369109461736910941-37991810344-1080pnbcnews.jpg?v=1736910945&w=1920&h=1080 US en "Eric Lynch is the managing director at Scharf Investments. He likes Sony and Seven & I because of their good corporate governance. He thinks Japan's corporate governance efforts are ""glacial but persistent"" and that's why he likes them. . " "Eric Lynch, managing director at Scharf Investments, says that Japan's corporate governance efforts are ""glacial but persistent"" and why he likes Sony and Seven & I." 2025-01-15T06:34:53 Bureau Veritas: Statement Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/bureau-veritas-statement/article_2b0dbe37-1ee0-5d13-8745-abe1e6b4a10d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Bureau Veritas is in discussions with SGS regarding a potential business combination. There can be no assurance that these discussions will result in a transaction or other agreement. Bureau Veritas' 83,000 employees deliver services in 140 countries. The company's technical experts support customers to address challenges in quality, health and safety, environmental protection and sustainability. "PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 15, 2025-- Following recent media commentary, Bureau Veritas indicates that it is in discussions with SGS regarding a potential business combination. There can be no assura...[+1534 chars]" 2025-01-15T06:16:00 Elon Musk Faces SEC Lawsuit Over 2022 Twitter Stake Purchase https://english.jagran.com/world/elon-musk-faces-sec-lawsuit-over-2022-twitter-stake-purchase-10212644 https://imgeng.jagran.com/images/2025/01/15/article/image/coverelonmusk-1736921294868.jpg IN en "Elon Musk has been sued by the US Securities and Exchange Commission. SEC alleged that Musk failed to promptly disclose his investment of a significant stake in Twitter (now X) in 2022. Lawyer of Musk dismissed the lawsuit as a ""multi-year campaign of harassment""" Elon Musk has been sued by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Tuesday, January14. SEC alleged that Musk failed to promptly disclose his investment of a significant stake in Twitter (now X...[+2038 chars] 2025-01-15T06:15:53 Xumane: Redefining Equity Management with a Human Touch Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3225200-xumane-redefining-equity-management-with-a-human-touch https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/29_02_2020_19_14_39_2122985.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Vega Equity has announced its new identity as Xumane. The rebranding is about fostering growth and collaboration among businesses and their employees. The newly launched platform emphasizes the company's core values: People, Excellence, and Growth. The company boasts over 100 clients and impressive growth metrics, including being the highest-rated platform on G2 for usability and performance. In a strategic rebranding move, Vega Equity has announced its new identity as Xumane. This change is more than a name shift; it represents a deeper commitment to providing human-centered, innovative, ...[+781 chars] 2025-01-15T06:11:31 SEC sues Elon Musk over late disclosure of Twitter stake https://www.yahoo.com/news/sec-sues-elon-musk-over-061131375.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/video.reutersnews.com/b277e646131ec1c7b10f10b3f1defc47 US en Elon Musk was sued on Tuesday by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. SEC accused him of waiting too long to disclose in 2022 that he had amassed a large stake in Twitter, the social media company he later bought and renamed X. Musk's lawyer called the suit the culmination of the regulator's'multi-year campaign of harassment' against his client. SEC Chair Gary Gensler will step down on January 20th. "STORY: Elon Musk was sued on Tuesday by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The SEC accused the world's richest person of waiting too long to disclose in 2022 he had amassed a large stake in ...[+1084 chars]" 2025-01-15T05:30:00 Vega Equity Evolves to Xumane: Multiplying Value in ESOP Management PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vega-equity-evolves-xumane-multiplying-053000182.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/3a64d58815b36acc062693001083bd69 US en Vega Equity, a trusted partner in ESOP management, is rebranding as Xumane. The company's mission is to provide human-centered, innovative, and scalable equity management solutions that empower businesses and their employees. Since its inception, the company has partnered with over 100+ esteemed clients, including OfBusiness, V Mart, Insurance Dekho, Akum Drugs, Trade India, Loop Health and more. Built on a legacy of trust and excellence under Vega Equity, the rebranding to Xumane symbolizes a future-focused approach to AI-powered equity management platform with cross-border ESOP solutions to ...[+3073 chars] 2025-01-15T05:19:53 Elon Musk faces US Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit over Twitter deal disclosure timing Elon Musk https://www.telegraphindia.com/world/us-securities-and-exchange-commission-sues-elon-musk-saying-he-didnt-disclose-twitter-ownership-on-time-before-buying-it/cid/2077565 https://assets.telegraphindia.com/telegraph/2024/Nov/1731738899_pti-elon-musk.jpg IN en Elon Musk failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. The SEC alleges that Musk underpaid by at least USD 150 million for shares he bought after he should have disclosed his ownership. The US Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media s...[+1317 chars] 2025-01-15T05:03:19 Premier League clubs avoid 2023-24 PSR charges Abdullahim Admin https://blueprint.ng/premier-league-clubs-avoid-2023-24-psr-charges https://blueprint.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/EPL-premier-league.jpg NG en The Premier League has not charged any clubs for breaches of its financial rules for the 2023-24 season. Most top-flight clubs had to submit their accounts by 31 December. Under PSR regulations, clubs cannot post losses of more than £105m over a three-year period. Leicester City were one of the clubs close to breaching the Premier League's margins for allowed losses. The Foxes avoided a points deduction after they won an appeal against a charge in September. "The Premier League has not charged any clubs for breaches of its financial rules after all were deemed financially compliant for the 2023-24 season. Most top-flight clubs had to submit their accounts ...[+1349 chars]" 2025-01-15T04:31:39 PLCs urged to prioritise board diversity with Increased female leadership Asila Jalil https://www.nst.com.my/business/economy/2025/01/1161166/plcs-urged-prioritise-board-diversity-increased-female-leadership https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/Mohammad_Faiz_Azmi_1736915490.jpg MY en Mohammad Faiz Azmi is the chairman of the Securities Commission (SC) in Malaysia. He said public listed companies in Malaysia must prioritise board diversity to address the low representation of female leaders and new appointees. Mohammad Faiz is also the Asean chairman of Capital Markets Forum (CME). KUALA LUMPUR: Public listed companies (PLCs) in Malaysia must prioritise board diversity to address the low representation of female leaders and new appointees, said Securities Commission (SC) chairma...[+2807 chars] 2025-01-15T04:23:31 Nigerian ship owners, others to pay yearly carbon emission levies Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4044913/nigerian-ship-owners-others-to-pay-yearly-carbon-emission-levies.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Nigerian shipowners and other global shipping countries are set to pay yearly global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions levy to help achieve the International Maritime Organisations (IMO) goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. The levy is to help meet the IMO goal. Nigerian shipowners and other global shipping countries are set to pay a yearly global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions levy to help achieve the International Maritime Organisations (IMO) goal of net-ze...[+206 chars] 2025-01-15T04:23:31 Shareholders advocate strategic reforms to sustain listing momentum Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4044916/shareholders-advocate-strategic-reforms-to-sustain-listing-momentum.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en To sustain the momentum of new listings achieved in 2024, shareholders have stressed the need for the government to adopt strategic initiatives that promote economic growth and infrastructure funding. Shareholders advocate strategic reforms to sustain the current listing momentum.   . To sustain the momentum of new listings achieved in 2024, shareholders have stressed the need for the government to adopt strategic initiatives that promote economic growth and infrastructure funding....[+177 chars] 2025-01-15T04:02:35 Shareholders advocate strategic reforms to sustain listing momentum Helen Oji https://guardian.ng/business-services/business/shareholders-advocate-strategic-reforms-to-sustain-listing-momentum https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/DSC_7334-01-1-e1623836663348.jpg NG en In 2024, the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) attracted over N4 trillion into the market. Shareholders want the government to promote economic growth and infrastructure development. They also want the NGX to focus more on the benefits of being listed on the exchange. To sustain the momentum of new listings achieved in 2024, shareholders have stressed the need for the government to adopt strategic initiatives that promote economic growth and infrastructure funding....[+3996 chars] 2025-01-15T04:00:21 SEC sues Elon Musk for allegedly failing to disclose Twitter acquisition on time Techcrunch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4044501/sec-sues-elon-musk-for-allegedly-failing-to-disclose-twitter-acquisition-on-time.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk over an alleged securities violation relating to his acquisition of Twitter, now called X. The SEC claims Musk failed to disclose his 5% ownership stake of Twitter in a timely manner, violating federal securities law. The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk on Tuesday over an alleged securities violation relating to his acquisition of Twitter, now called X. The SEC claims Musk faile...[+238 chars] 2025-01-15T04:00:00 UGI Corporation to Announce Fiscal 2025 Q1 Results Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/business/finance/ugi-corporation-to-announce-fiscal-2025-q1-results https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/UGI-logo.png?fit=1470%2C800&ssl=1 US en UGI Corporation will release its Fiscal 2025 first quarter financial results on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, after the market closes. The company will host a conference call on Thursday, February 6, at 9:00 AM ET to discuss these results. The conference call will be available as a live audio webcast via the company's website. "VALLEY FORGE, PA — UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) has announced plans to release its Fiscal 2025 first quarter financial results on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, after the market closes. The company will ...[+714 chars]" 2025-01-15T03:55:00 Sebi mulls demat mandate for new shares post splits ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-mulls-demat-mandate-for-new-shares-post-splits/articleshow/117249429.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117249432,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-107016,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sebi proposes to mandate the issuance of new securities in case of a split of the face value of shares only in demat form. It is legally permissible to hold securities in physical form, but an investor can sell or transfer such securities only after dematerialising them. "Mumbai: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed to mandate the issuance of new securities in case of a split of the face value of shares only in demat form. Rules currently allo...[+718 chars]" 2025-01-15T03:21:41 SEC Accuses Elon Musk of Failing to Disclose Twitter Stock Purchases in 2022 Cynthia Littleton https://ca.news.yahoo.com/sec-accuses-elon-musk-failing-032141137.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/variety.com/3d75a4970ba90df83b4d415547873234 US en The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk for not properly disclosing his purchases of Twitter stock prior to his acquisition of the social media platform in 2022. The complaint states that Musk's failure to comply cost other Twitter shareholders at least $150 million because they sold shares at lower prices without knowing that Musk was amassing shares in the company. Musk closed a $44 billion takeover of Twitter in late 2022 after striking a deal and the company went private the following year. The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Elon Musk, accusing the owner of X of failing to properly disclose his purchases of Twitter stock prior to his acquisition of the...[+4732 chars] 2025-01-15T02:59:00 The SMEs shortlisted for the Cork Chamber Company of the Year Awards Alan Healy https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/companies/arid-41553835.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/pu_examiner/images/IrishExaminer_og.png IE en Climeaction was founded by Paul Murphy in 2021. It provides specialised energy audits for micro-businesses and SMEs. It has worked with more than 500 companies, across 25 countries, identifying more than 233,000 tons of CO2 reduction opportunities. National Beauty Distribution is the leading importer and wholesaler of some of the most well-known beauty and cosmetic brands in Ireland. It works closely with top beauty journalists and influencers in the country to transform the way products are marketed, sold, and distributed. "Based on the South Mall, Climeaction was founded in 2021 by Paul Murphy, below, with the aim of providing specialised energy audits for micro-businesses and SMEs. Since then, the company has grown rap...[+7963 chars]" 2025-01-15T02:00:00 SEC Sues Elon Musk Over Failure to Disclose Twitter Stock Ownership Before Acquisition Barbara Ortutay https://time.com/7206978/sec-sues-elon-musk-twitter-stock-ownership-disclosure https://api.time.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/elon-musk.jpg?quality=85&w=1024&h=628&crop=1 US en Elon Musk failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. The SEC alleges that Musk underpaid 'by at least $150 million' for shares he bought after he should have disclosed his ownership. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media...[+1752 chars] 2025-01-15T01:49:00 Elon Musk sued over late disclosure of Twitter stake https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1787588-20250115.htm https://newsstatic.rthk.hk/images/mfile_1787588_1_L_20250115091054.jpg HK en Elon Musk was sued by the US Securities and Exchange Commission for late disclosure of Twitter stake. Tuesday's lawsuit seeks to force Musk to pay a civil fine and disgorge profits. Musk bought Twitter for US$44 billion in October 2022 and renamed it X. He has also been sued in Manhattan federal court by former Twitter shareholders. "Elon Musk sued over late disclosure of Twitter stake Tuesday's lawsuit seeks to force Musk to pay a civil fine and disgorge profits. Photo: Reuters Elon Musk was sued on Tuesday by the US Securities a...[+1360 chars]" 2025-01-15T01:45:23 Elon Musk sued over failure to disclose stocks before buying Twitter Barbara Ortutay https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/world-news/elon-musk-sued-over-failure-to-disclose-stocks-before-buying-twitter/a846542316.html https://focus.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/thumbor/Afs4AJPAKO21zzjW5OMtROD929k=/629x460/smart/prod-mh-ireland/2e971131-5ff6-4677-8acf-58ba1e9b6a00/ee851c7c-1b35-4f5d-8b5f-094686e61006/2d7e4b4ee7074a27bcc5505c189e2a19.jpg GB en Mr Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. He started amassing Twitter shares in early 2022 and by March of that year, he owned more than 5%. He failed to disclose his ownership until April 4, 11 days after the report was due. Mr Musk was able to underpay 'by at least 150 million dollars' (£123 million) for shares he bought after he should have disclosed his ownership of Twitter's shares. As a result, the SEC alleges, Mr Musk was able to underpay 'by at least 150 million dollars' (£123 million) for shares he bought after he should have disclosed his ownership of more than 5% of Twitter...[+1126 chars] 2025-01-15T01:41:36 US SEC sues Elon Musk over late disclosure of Twitter stake https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/us-sec-sues-elon-musk-over-late-disclosure-of-twitter-stake/articleshow/117249989.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-1150015,resizemode-75,msid-117249989/markets/stocks/news/us-sec-sues-elon-musk-over-late-disclosure-of-twitter-stake.jpg IN en Elon Musk was sued by the SEC for not timely disclosing his acquisition of Twitter's stock in March 2022. The delay allowed Musk to continue buying Twitter shares at artificially low prices, allowing him to underpay by at least $150 million. Musk eventually purchased Twitter for $44 billion in October 2022. Elon Musk faces a lawsuit from the SEC for failing to disclose his acquisition of over 5% of Twitter's stock in March 2022 within the required timeframe, allowing him to buy shares at lower prices. Th...[+1195 chars] 2025-01-15T01:24:00 'Sham': Elon Musk sued by SEC over late disclosure of Twitter stake in parting shot by CEO Josh Kosman – New York Post https://www.news.com.au/technology/online/social/sham-elon-musk-sued-by-sec-over-late-disclosure-of-twitter-stake-in-parting-shot-by-ceo/news-story/f07c8ad5fa0b73151aa1412b810ecf23 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/20aa24ec49a80021b1411ce518b58605 AU en Elon Musk was sued by the Securities and Exchange Commission for not timely disclosing purchasing more than five per cent of Twitter's common stock in March 2022. The delay allowed him to underpay by at least $150 million. The SEC wants Mr Musk to pay a civil fine and disgorge profits he was not entitled to. A lawyer for Mr Musk called the case a'sham' Elon Musk was sued on Tuesday by the Securities and Exchange Commission for having failed to timely disclose purchasing more than five per cent of Twitter's common stock in March 2022 — a parting shot...[+3411 chars] 2025-01-15T01:04:34 SEC vs. Elon Musk: Why X Owner Is Being Sued https://www.timesnownews.com/world/us/us-news/sec-vs-elon-musk-why-x-owner-is-being-sued-article-117249518 https://static.tnn.in/thumb/msid-117249554,thumbsize-3624,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-75/117249554.jpg IN en Elon Musk failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. SEC's current chair, Gary Gensler, plans to step down from his post on Jan. 20 and it is not clear if the new administration will continue the lawsuit. "The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk , saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social medi...[+1303 chars]" 2025-01-15T00:58:30 Economic Watch: Hong Kong poised to power new engines of global growth Xinhua https://english.news.cn/20250115/964d21d85dbf4f5fad7b1512c9a7bcac/c.html CN en Ville Lindström chose Hong Kong to be the first overseas market of his smart medical device firm. The number of companies in Hong Kong with overseas or Chinese mainland parent companies climbed to a historic 9,960 in 2024, while that of start-ups jumped to a record 4,694. "by Xinhua writer Liu Yinglun Hong Kong, Jan. 14 (Xinhua) -- When asked why he chose Hong Kong to be the first overseas market of his smart medical device firm, Finnish businessman Ville Lindström simp...[+2293 chars]" 2025-01-15T00:51:00 SEC sues Elon Musk, saying he didn't disclose Twitter ownership on time before buying it Associated Press https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/business/2025/01/15/sec-lawsuit-elon-musk-twitter-stocks https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/elon_musk_AP_24041638695679_NAT_0918 US en The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. The SEC is investigating whether any securities laws were broken in connection with Musk's purchases of Twitter and his statements and SEC filings related to the company. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media...[+1932 chars] 2025-01-15T00:50:00 Ms. Rachel Netflix Debut: What we know about release date and episodes The Feed https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/ms-rachel-netflix-debut-what-we-know-about-release-date-and-episodes/articleshow/117246755.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117246754,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-806928,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Sarandos addressed employee concerns about shifts in company culture at The Wall Street Journal's Tech Live conference on Tuesday. The Economic Times (ET) does not guarantee, vouch for or endorse any of its contents nor is it responsible for them in any manner whatsoever. "Speaking at The Wall Street Journal's Tech Live conference on Tuesday, Sarandos addressed employee concerns about shifts in company culture, emphasising that change is both intentional and essential D...[+760 chars]" 2025-01-15T00:45:23 Financial regulators sue Elon Musk, alleging he delayed reporting the Twitter shares he'd amassed bamaap https://www.oregonlive.com/business/2025/01/financial-regulators-sue-elon-musk-alleging-he-delayed-reporting-the-twitter-shares-hed-amassed.html https://www.oregonlive.com/resizer/v2/OBXQPY47W5HO5FMFWA3ZRGUQVU.jpg?auth=5cd7205d81268f174862f2a2e2495c06df0e61aeaf9c955cd975c1e1ec3e0d1c&width=1280&quality=90 US en Elon Musk failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. The SEC alleges that Musk underpaid 'by at least $150 million' for shares he bought after he should have disclosed his ownership. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media...[+1339 chars] 2025-01-15T00:37:08 SEC sues Elon Musk, saying he didn't disclose Twitter ownership on time before buying it BARBARA ORTUTAY https://www.dailypress.com/2025/01/14/sec-sues-elon-musk-twitter https://www.dailypress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AP25009657333197.jpg?w=1024&h=682 US en Elon Musk failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk was able to underpay 'by at least $150 million' for shares he bought. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. The SEC is investigating whether any securities laws were broken. "By BARBARA ORTUTAY The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buyi...[+1739 chars]" 2025-01-15T00:37:03 SEC Sues Elon Musk Over Twitter Purchase BARBARA ORTUTAY https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/sec-elon-musk-lawsuit/2025/01/14/id/1195079 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=e88111e8-dbbc-438d-bda8-56e6cc23710c&SiteName=Newsmax US en Elon Musk failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. The SEC is investigating whether any securities laws were broken in connection with Musk's purchases. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media...[+1298 chars] 2025-01-15T00:30:47 SEC sues Elon Musk over Twitter stock purchase, alleges securities law violation Pop Culture https://tribune.com.pk/story/2522201/sec-sues-elon-musk-over-twitter-stock-purchase-alleges-securities-law-violation https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/elon-musk-(1)1731570357-0/elon-musk-(1)1731570357-0.jpg PK en The SEC has filed a lawsuit against billionaire Elon Musk, alleging securities law violations during his 2022 acquisition of Twitter, now known as X. Musk's lawyer dismissed the suit as a'sham' and part of a'multi-year campaign of harassment'. The SEC is seeking a jury trial, disgorgement of profits and a civil penalty. "The SEC has filed a lawsuit against billionaire Elon Musk, alleging securities law violations during his 2022 acquisition of Twitter, now known as X. The complaint, filed in U.S. District Court in Was...[+1533 chars]" 2025-01-15T00:24:42 SEC sues Elon Musk, saying he didn't disclose Twitter ownership on time before buying it Barbara Ortutay https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/sec-sues-elon-musk-saying-002027932.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/A2o67NRETTKOyQB9Qwktww--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/cp_finance_889/55a2c80845afe1f5bd0186ac36e31a91 US en Elon Musk failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. The SEC alleges that Musk underpaid 'by at least $150 million' for shares he bought after he should have disclosed his ownership. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media...[+1369 chars] 2025-01-15T00:10:13 Investors urged to back climate adaption and resilience as roadmap unveiled London Evening Standard https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/Investors_urged_to_back_climate_adaption_and_resilience_as_r_a https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/[] US en Experts urge investors to prepare for a hotter world as US firms increasingly turn away from environmental, social and governance initiatives and focus more on profits.   i.e. they focus on profits and less on social, environmental and governance issues. Experts urge investors to prepare for a hotter world as US firms increasingly turn away from environmental, social and governance initiatives. 2025-01-15T00:01:00 Investors urged to back climate adaption and resilience as roadmap unveiled Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.independent.co.uk/climate-change/news/experts-meta-blackrock-asia-los-angeles-b2679734.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/15/00/7c0d5471b40524257deb8898c0e6d110Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzM2OTUwNjEx-2.78503856.jpg?quality=75&width=1200&auto=webp GB en Experts from Cambridge's Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) and Investment Leaders Group called on investors to prepare for a hotter world as they unveiled a roadmap to manage physical climate risks within portfolios. It comes as corporate America shifts back towards more conservative social and political stances following Donald Trump's election win. "Investors are being urged to focus on climate adaptation and resilience as US firms increasingly turn away from environmental, social and governance initiatives. Experts from the University of Cambrid...[+4131 chars]" 2025-01-15T00:00:00 Only 25% of companies in Asia-Pacific consider nature-related issues important to operations Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/Only_25_of_companies_in_AsiaPacific_consider_naturerelated_i https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Nature-related disclosures will become more important for companies, say experts, because of the need for them to make them more easily available to the public and to their shareholders, they say. For more information, go to: http://www.cnn.com/news/environmental-disclosures-for-companies. Nature-related disclosures will become more important for companies, say experts. 2025-01-15T00:00:00 Endeavour Silver Provides 2025 Guidance for Guanaceví and Bolañitos; Production expected at 4.5 – 5.2 ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/Endeavour_Silver_Provides_2025_Guidance_for_Guanacevi_and_Bo_l https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Endeavour Silver Corp. (NYSE: EXK; TSX: EDR) announces its acquisition of Endeavour Gold Corp. and its share price.    Today's announcement was made on January 15, 2025. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Endeavour Silver Corp. ('Endeavour' or the 'Company') (NYSE: EXK; TSX: EDR) announces its 2025-01-15T00:00:00 IiAS calls for regulators to mandate majority-of-minority voting on promoter remuneration The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/15/IiAS_calls_for_regulators_to_mandate_majorityofminority_voti_f https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The proxy advisory firms urge regulators to implement a majority-of-minority voting mechanism for approving promoter appointments.   . i in this regard, they want a majority of minorities to vote for the appointment of the promoter. Proxy advisory firms urge regulators to implement a majority-of-minority voting mechanism for approving promoter 2025-01-15T00:00:00 SEC sues Elon Musk, saying he didn't disclose Twitter stocks on time Associated Press https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/business/2025/01/15/sec-lawsuit-elon-musk-twitter-stocks https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/elon_musk_AP_24041638695679_NAT_0918 US en The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. The SEC is investigating whether any securities laws were broken in connection with Musk's purchases. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media...[+1932 chars] 2025-01-15T00:00:00 The communities we leave behind: Charting a sustainable legacy for mining in South Africa Pooja Dela https://www.miningweekly.com/article/the-communities-we-leave-behind-charting-a-sustainable-legacy-for-mining-in-south-africa-2025-01-15-1 https://cdn.creamermedia.com/assets/articles/images/resized/0001176308_resized_paulaannnovotnywwlr1022.jpg ZA en "The 2025 Mining Indaba theme is ""Futureproofing African mining, today"". Pooja Dela, Giada Masina and Paula-Ann Novotny, Partners at Webber Wentzel, discuss the responsibilities of mining companies in shaping the lives of communities long after mining activities have ceased. South Africa's mining sector operates within a sophisticated regulatory framework. The shift towards embedding Business and Human Rights principles in corporate decision-making has reshaped expectations of the mining industry." "By Pooja Dela, Giada Masina and Paula-Ann Novotny, Partners at Webber Wentzel The 2025 Mining Indaba theme, ""Futureproofing African mining, today,"" compels us to reflect on the legacies mining compani...[+7074 chars]" 2025-01-14T23:48:00 Roundup: African School of Governance inaugurated in Rwanda Source: Xinhua https://english.news.cn/20250114/9ae3856c9de1465f9b3e817a8851f5cf/c.html CN en The African School of Governance (ASG) was formally launched in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda on Tuesday. Co-founded by Rwandan President Paul Kagame and former Ethiopian PM Hailemariam Desalegn, the initiative aims to address the continent's pressing governance challenges. It will offer world-class education programs in public policy, research, governance, leadership, and management. KIGALI, Jan. 14 (Xinhua) -- The African School of Governance (ASG), a graduate institution designed to offer world-class education programs in public policy, research, governance, leadership, and mana...[+2998 chars] 2025-01-14T23:38:00 Winnebago Industries Releases 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report, Demonstrating Commitment to People, the Planet and Communities Jan. 14, 2025 23:38 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6015445 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/NmJiNDljMzUtNmJmYi00NTFhLWEyYmItZmQ0OTljMDYyMmJlLTEwMTczNTc=/tiny/Winnebago-Industries-Inc-.png TW en Winnebago Industries, Inc. has published its 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report. The report is the company's first report in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Universal Standards and features an index aligned with recommendations from the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TFCD) and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) index. This year's report highlights the meaningful progress the company has made toward its environmental, social, and governance goals. EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading manufacturer of premium outdoor recreation products, has published its 2024 Corporate Responsib...[+3923 chars] 2025-01-14T22:33:57 Net-zero investment initiative suspends operations, as progressive left's ESG agenda collapses https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/energy/net-zero-investment-initiative-suspends-operations-progressive-lefts-esg https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2025-01/Larry%20Fink2.jpg?h=fba0f307&itok=Ht5ibgfb US en Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative announced Monday it is suspending activities. The move comes after BlackRock, with $11.5 trillion in assets under management, joined an exodus of mega-firms leaving net-zero groups. Six of the largest U.S. banks left a similar group for banks, the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). Critics have referred to NZAM and NZBA as 'cartels' and its sudden collapse follows a series of retreats from other environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. The Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative announced Monday it is suspending activities. The move comes after BlackRock, with $11.5 trillion in assets under management, joined an exodus of mega-fir...[+9568 chars] 2025-01-14T22:26:00 Spartan Delta Corp. Upsizes Previously Announced Equity Offering to $85 Million Jan. 14, 2025 22:26 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6015403 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/NTRmZmU4ZjYtZTYxNy00ODkzLWE2MTctMTUyYjg0NTRiMmEyLTUwMDA3Nzc5OA==/tiny/Spartan-Delta-Corp-.png TW en Spartan Delta Corp. (TSX:SDE) has increased the size of its previously announced bought deal equity financing from $50.0 to $85.0 million. The Underwriters have agreed to buy 22,252,000 common shares of Spartan at a price of $3.82 per Common Share for gross proceeds of $85 million. Closing of the Equity Offering is expected to occur around January 30, 2025. "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF U.S. SECURITIES LAW. CALGARY, Alberta, ...[+5705 chars]" 2025-01-14T22:21:50 Enzo Biochem Receives Notice of Non-Compliance with New York Stock Exchange Listing Rules Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Enzo_Biochem_Receives_Notice_of_NonCompliance_with_New_York__j https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/[] US en Enzo Biochem, Inc. was notified by the New York Stock Exchange that it is not in compliance with Section 802.01B of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The NYSE notified Enzo that the Company is not complying with the Act. FARMINGDALE, N.Y, Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enzo Biochem, Inc. (NYSE: ENZ) ('Enzo' or the 'Company') today announced that it was notified by the New York Stock Exchange (the 'NYSE') that it is...[+39 chars] 2025-01-14T22:03:00 Euromax Announces Partial Repayment of Debt Owed to EBRD and Subscription by EBRD for Additional Shares Euromax Resources Ltd https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/euromax-announces-partial-repayment-of-debt-owed-to-ebrd-and-subscription-by-ebrd-for-additional-shares-833201730.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en Euromax Resources Ltd. entered into a debt settlement agreement dated January 14, 2025 to settle a portion of the outstanding debt to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Euromax will pay off C$355,484.65 and issue 23,698,977 common shares in the capital of the Company to EBRD at a deemed offering price of C$0.015 per Common Share. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close as soon as possible. "VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 14, 2025 /CNW/ - Euromax Resources Ltd. (TSXV: EOX): ("" Euromax"" or the "" Company"") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a debt settlement agreement dated January 14, 20...[+6809 chars]" 2025-01-14T21:34:55 Net Zero: When You've (Maybe) Lost BlackRock Andrew Stuttaford https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/01/net-zero-when-youve-maybe-lost-blackrock https://i0.wp.com/www.nationalreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Larry-Fink.jpg?w=1054&ssl=1 US en Large financial institutions agreed to align their businesses with the (eventual) goal of net zero. This raises questions about collusive behavior and an attempt by a significant portion of the financial sector to put the pursuit of policies set by a powerful climate establishment ahead of business interests. One of the more nauseating aspects of the rise of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing and its symbiont, stakeholder capitalism, was the spectacle of large financial institutions rall...[+424 chars] 2025-01-14T21:31:13 Vishay Precision Group Announces Date for Its Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Fiscal 2024 Earnings ... Vishay Precision Group https://www.eagletribune.com/region/vishay-precision-group-announces-date-for-its-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-fiscal-2024-earnings/article_bf85d802-a005-5659-a760-c0f8658499fa.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Vishay Precision Group, Inc. will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year of fiscal 2024 before the opening of the market on February 12, 2025. Ziv Shoshani, chief executive officer, and Bill Clancy, chief financial officer, will host a conference call that day at 9:00 a.m. eastern time. MALVERN, Pa., Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (NYSE: VPG), a leader in precision measurement and sensing technologies, will release its financial results for the fourth ...[+563 chars] 2025-01-14T21:16:10 ESCO Technologies Announces First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release And Conference Call ESCO Technologies Inc. https://www.eagletribune.com/region/esco-technologies-announces-first-quarter-2025-earnings-release-and-conference-call/article_22643f9e-5590-5082-b120-f328d8bf9556.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en ESCO Technologies Inc. will report its first quarter financial results after the market close on February 6, 2025, followed by a conference call where the financial results and related commentary will be discussed. eos://www.escotechnologies.com/news/news-release/ESCO-technologies-announces-first-quarter-financial-results-and-conference-call. St. Louis, Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ESCO Technologies Inc. (NYSE:ESE) will report its first quarter financial results after the market close on Thursday, February 6, 2025, followed by a confe...[+122 chars] 2025-01-14T21:04:49 Apple could become latest big business to reduce DEI with upcoming shareholder proposal vote Campus Reform https://www.campusreform.org/article/apple-become-latest-big-business-reduce-dei-upcoming-shareholder-proposal-vote/27291 https://img.campusreform.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJjYW1wdXMucmVmb3JtIiwia2V5IjoiMjcyOTEvN2E3OGI3YzUtYjUxYi00YjMxLWIxNWYtNDE0NDMzMjMxMTY5LmpwZWciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJncmF5c2NhbGUiOmZhbHNlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEwMDB9fX0= US en The board of directors of Apple has spoken out in defense of the company's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies. National Center for Public Policy Research has recommended that Apple drop DEI policies at its February 25 shareholders meeting. McDonald's also recently announced it would be reducing some of its DEI-based programming. "The board of directors of Apple has spoken out in defense of the company's DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies. Fox Business has reported that the National Center for Public Policy Researc...[+2312 chars]" 2025-01-14T21:03:00 InvenTrust Properties Corp. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/inventrust-properties-corp-announces-fourth-210300149.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/LoyPNU_ZxqWY86jFmS.2mQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00ODA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/b84b02579e7e09e6e31ee2483e18fd06 US en InvenTrust Properties Corp. will report its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings results on February 11, 2025, after the market closes. InvenTrust will host an earnings conference call to discuss the Company's results and business highlights on February 12, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. ET. "DOWNERS GROVE, III., January 14, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--InvenTrust Properties Corp. (""InvenTrust"" or the ""Company"") (NYSE: IVT) today announced that it will report its fourth quarter and full year 202...[+2982 chars]" 2025-01-14T20:50:20 SGS Is In Talks to Combine With French Testing Firm Bureau Veritas Vinicy Chan https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sgs-talks-combine-french-testing-205020772.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/x3gVFWvmVKjporDuUBd03Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_markets_842/9c0864d9a53d97dd02dbe4c8cd20b7dc US en SGS SA is in advanced talks to combine with Bureau Veritas SA, people with knowledge of the matter say. The deal would create a European testing and certification company with a combined market value of almost $35 billion. SGS shares have risen more than a quarter over the last 12 months, giving the company a value of 17.6 billion Swiss francs ($19.3 billion). Bureau Verita's shares are up by a similar amount over the period for a market cap of $13.5 billion. (Bloomberg) -- SGS SA is in advanced talks to combine with Bureau Veritas SA, people with knowledge of the matter said, in a deal that would create a European testing and certification company with a ...[+2657 chars] 2025-01-14T20:39:15 BlackRock expected to post booming earnings — as Larry Fink's firm shifts from woke investing of past Charles Gasparino https://nypost.com/2025/01/14/business/blackrock-expected-to-post-booming-earnings-as-larry-finks-firm-shifts-from-woke-investing-of-past https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/blackrock-esg-larry-fink.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1736860034&w=1024 US en BlackRock will report its fourth quarter and the entire year's earnings Wednesday before the bell. Its assets under management are slated to spike to above $11.5 trillion even as recent higher interest rates will hurt its fixed income holdings. Larry Fink, the CEO, ditched UN-backed group dedicated to reducing carbon emissions and has been moving away from Environmental Social Governance investing. "If you haven't noticed, BlackRock — yes, that BlackRock — is going unwoke. It's also going far from broke, On The Money has learned. Wednesday before the bell, the big-money management firm, the world...[+5206 chars]" 2025-01-14T20:33:09 Net-Zero Asset Managers Initiative Suspends Activities After BlackRock Exit Julianna Frandle https://www.iwf.org/2025/01/14/net-zero-asset-managers-initiative-suspends-activities-after-blackrock-exit https://www.iwf.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/esg.jpg GB en Net-Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) is suspending activities following BlackRock's departure from the group. The initiative is a group of international asset managers committed to aligning financial goals with net-zero emissions by 2050. The private sector is souring on the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) movement. The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) movement is facing another setback. Yesterday, the Net-Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative—a group of international asset managers committed to aligni...[+2837 chars] 2025-01-14T20:00:00 Ashland sets date for first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release and conference call webcast Jan. 14, 2025 20:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6015208 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/NWM3OTc5YWQtNGZkNS00MjQ5LWJlN2MtZTA0ODkwMzllNDk4LTEwMTgzNjU=/tiny/Ashland-Inc-.png TW en Ashland Inc. will issue its first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release at approximately 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. The company's live webcast with securities analysts will take place at 9 am ET on Wednesday, January 29. An archived version of the webcast will be available on the Ashland website for 12 months. WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) today announced plans to issue its first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release at approximately 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Januar...[+2212 chars] 2025-01-14T19:45:03 Four Pillars for the future: inside the Squamish Nation climate plan Bhagyashree Chatterjee https://www.stcatharinesstandard.ca/news/canada/four-pillars-for-the-future-inside-the-squamish-nation-climate-plan/article_5c3ed2c8-c724-5710-bf6b-3207a306af77.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/stcatharinesstandard.ca/content/tncms/custom/image/7bb1336c-fbf7-11ed-83b5-abdade2690cb.png?resize=600%2C600 CA en The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) has created a plan to take care of the land and waters they all depend on. It's called the Climate Legacy Strategy and it answers questions about the future of the world. "What kind of world do we want to leave for our children and grandchildren? How can we take care of the land and waters we all depend on? The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) has created a plan ...[+71 chars]" 2025-01-14T19:43:00 Shell Wins Appeal Against Landmark Ruling That Ordered It To Slash 45% Of Its Emissions By 2030 https://www.headtopics.com/economy/shell-wins-appeal-against-landmark-ruling-that/76299 data:image/x-icon;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAQEAYAAABPYyMiAAAABmJLR0T///////8JWPfcAAAACXBIWXMAAABIAAAASABGyWs+AAAAF0lEQVRIx2NgGAWjYBSMglEwCkbBSAcACBAAAeaR9cIAAAAASUVORK5CYII= US en The Hague court overturned a 2021 ruling that required Shell to drastically cut its CO2 emissions by 45% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. The decision came after a lengthy legal battle involving environmental organizations like Friends of the Earth Netherlands. Shell's commitment to a net-zero emissions future by 2050 remains unchanged. The case has attracted worldwide attention and could set a precedent for how courts approach corporate responsibility in climate change lawsuits. "Shell Overturns Ruling, Avoids Immediate Emissions Reduction Mandate In a significant turn of events, a civil court in The Hague has overturned a 2021 ruling that required the British energy company S...[+3028 chars]" 2025-01-14T19:19:44 Kate Middleton visita el hospital donde recibió su tratamiento para el cáncer Atlas News https://www.diariodemallorca.es/videos/internacional/2025/01/14/kate-middleton-visita-hospital-recibio-113394808.html https://estaticos-cdn.prensaiberica.es/clip/400e2270-55e4-4051-8b00-993deb1d2351_16-9-aspect-ratio_default_0.jpg ES en Ashland Inc. will issue its first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release at approximately 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. The company's live webcast with securities analysts will take place at 9 a.m., ET on Wednesday, January 29. WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) today announced plans to issue its first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release at approximately 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Januar...[+2601 chars] 2025-01-14T19:03:00 McDonald's sued over controversial DEI decision Fernanda Tronco https://www.williamsnews.com/arena/the-street-finance/mcdonalds-sued-over-controversial-dei-decision/article_547e35a1-f46d-5e4f-b18a-7ad934c1df59.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/williamsnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/fd/bfd58609-d371-5b4c-918a-804f0e01de10/6786c71116098.image.jpg?crop=1200%2C630%2C0%2C85&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en 'We're a people business, and never forget it,' said McDonald's CEO Fred Turner in response to other companies scaling back or removing their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies for 2025. Don't miss the move: Sign up for TheStreet's FREE Daily newsletter. 'We're a people business, and never forget it,' said McDonald's CEO Fred Turner in response to McDonald's commitment to inclusion after multiple companies began scaling back or entirely removing their...[+131 chars] 2025-01-14T19:00:00 Calibre Achieves Year 4 Compliance with the World Gold Council's Responsible Gold Mining Principles https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6015128 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Calibre Mining Corp. has released its 2024 Responsible Gold Mining Principles Conformance Report. It is the Company's fourth consecutive year of compliance with the World Gold Council's RGMPs. Calibre's commitment to responsible mining is integral to its sustainability strategy. Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) ESG Rating was recently upgraded from BBB to A. "VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calibre Mining Corp. (TSX: CXB; OTCQX: CXBMF) (the ""Company"" or ""Calibre""), a leading mid-tier gold producer, is pleased to announce the ...[+7254 chars]" 2025-01-14T18:40:38 Exxon urges state agency not to disclose agreement terms for Texas CO2 project Reuters https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/exxon-urges-state-agency-not-disclose-agreement-terms-texas-co2-project-2025-01-14 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/5HQ7TZ7IDVO3XHLHUPLGS3FGIQ.jpg?auth=9661ba8682a4b21c129cc4b2ed37639b1ac1d743638d3199466ec82057c1797a&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Exxon Mobil has asked the Texas General Land Office not to disclose the terms of its offshore lease agreement for a carbon sequestration project with the state. In October, Exxon secured state leases for over 271,000 acres in Texas state waters for an offshore carbon dioxide capture operation. Jan 14 (Reuters) - U.S. energy giant Exxon Mobil (XOM.N), opens new tab has requested the Texas General Land Office (GLO) to not publicly disclose the terms of its offshore lease agreement for a carbo...[+1574 chars] 2025-01-14T18:40:09 Exxon urges state agency not to disclose agreement terms for Texas CO2 project Reuters https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/exxon-urges-state-agency-not-to-disclose-agreement-terms-for-texas-co2-project/amp-11736880010032.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/06/1600x900/company_4_1733465206851_1733465215415.png IN en Exxon Mobil has asked the Texas General Land Office not to disclose the terms of its offshore lease agreement for a carbon sequestration project with the state. In October, Exxon secured state leases for over 271,000 acres in Texas state waters for an offshore carbon dioxide capture operation. Jan 14 (Reuters) - U.S. energy giant Exxon Mobil has requested the Texas General Land Office (GLO) to not publicly disclose the terms of its offshore lease agreement for a carbon sequestration project...[+1734 chars] 2025-01-14T18:27:16 ‘A Huge Win': Woke Climate Cartel Goes Belly Up https://www.todayville.com/a-huge-win-woke-climate-cartel-goes-belly-up https://i1.wp.com/www.todayville.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/tvrd-lifesite-blackrock-image-2023-12-21.jpg?fit=640%2C395&ssl=1 US en Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) has suspended all activities while it conducts a review of its activities following the departure of investment firm BlackRock from the group. BlackRock's exit came amid a broader corporate strategy shift away from environmental and social investing. Canada's ambassador to the United States says the country is prepared to buy more U.S. goods following Donald Trump's tariff threats. "From the Daily Caller News Foundation By Owen Klinsky The Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) coalition — a United Nations–sponsored collection of financial services companies that have pledged to negate t...[+6953 chars]" 2025-01-14T18:01:39 Winnebago Industries Releases it's 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report AJ Taylor https://kiow.com/2025/01/14/winnebago-industries-releases-its-2024-corporate-responsibility-report https://kiow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2020/12/Winnebago-Logo.jpg US en Winnebago Industries, Inc. has published its 2024 corporate responsibility report. This is the sixth year that the company has released its report. The report is the company's first report in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Universal Standards and features an index aligned with recommendations from the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TFCD). "Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading manufacturer of premium outdoor recreation products, has published its 2024 'At Winnebago Industries, we understand that our success is deeply tied to...[+2813 chars]" 2025-01-14T18:00:50 Trump's Win Has Tech Bros Celebrating for the Worst Reason Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling https://www.yahoo.com/news/trump-win-tech-bros-celebrating-180050318.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_new_republic_521/916fec5cd47535e83d58893b14e65efe US en Donald Trump's election has led to a corporate cultural regression. Wall Street brokers and tech bros no longer feel the need to consider women, minorities, or disabled people while they talk. Harley Davidson, Ford, Molson Coors, Walmart, and McDonalds are backtracking on their diversity and inclusion efforts. Silicon Valley is all in on Trump's presidency. Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos will attend the inauguration next week. From New York to San Francisco, Donald Trump's return to the White House has greenlighted a corporate cultural regression, instantaneously allowing companies to backtrack on years of climate goals and...[+2446 chars] 2025-01-14T17:50:49 47% of Businesses Weaken Sustainability Goals Due to Generative AI Fiona Jackson https://www.techrepublic.com/article/sustainability-goals-generative-ai-capgemini https://assets.techrepublic.com/uploads/2025/01/AdobeStock_408069086-1024x683.jpeg US en According to a new report from Capgemini, 47% of businesses implementing Generative AI have had to re-evaluate their environmental goals. Google's annual environmental report revealed that its emissions had increased by 48% in four years thanks to the expansion of its data centres to support AI developments. Data centres will be responsible for up to 4% of global power demand by 2030. Businesses would rather scale back their sustainability commitments than miss out on realising the benefits of generative artificial intelligence, according to a new report from Capgemini. Of those im...[+4673 chars] 2025-01-14T17:42:00 Americans View Tech Sector and A.I. as Major Economic Drivers and Support the Industry Working with the Incoming Trump Administration PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/americans-view-tech-sector-major-174200254.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/1615f78e0786a9a63f7fb84c521ed2cc US en Stagwell and HarrisX released a new nationwide poll showing the tech sector is entering 2025 with one of the strongest reputations across industries. Four in five Americans view the industry favorably, placing tech on par with the manufacturing sector (80%) and far ahead of many other industries, including healthcare (65%), oil and gas (60%), pharmaceutical (52%) and news media (51%). Nearly four in five U.S. adults say tech has a positive economic impact and 57% expect the industry to be a major economic driver over the next five years. Americans want tech leaders to focus more on workplace and governance issues and less on divisive social and political themes. "General public wants tech CEOs to speak out on workplace and economic issues, but say the industry should stay clear of political and social issues Americans think AI will have a negative impact on jo...[+6033 chars]" 2025-01-14T17:19:04 Half-yearly report on Exosens' liquidity contract with Kepler Cheuvreux https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/15/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/half-yearly-report-on-exosens-liquidity-contract-with-kepler-cheuvreux/2038853 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/15/515040.png PH en The liquidity contract entered into between Exosens and Kepler Cheuvreux for shares was renewed on 22 June 2021. The resources appeared on the liquidity account on 31 December 2024, including Investor Relations, Media, and Exchange shares. - Laurent Sfaxi, "PRESS RELEASE MÉRIGNAC, FRANCE - 14 JANUARY 2025 HALF-YEARLY REPORT ON EXOSENS' LIQUIDITY CONTRACT WITH KEPLER CHEUVREUX In accordance with the provisions of the French Financial Markets Authority's d...[+410 chars]" 2025-01-14T17:14:44 BIER Unveils Version 4.3 of Beverage Industry GHG Emissions Sector Guidance https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/greenhouse-effect-erica-pann-0f7ca43cf434014ef9fa17ab8bd78051 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) announces the release of Version 4.3 of its groundbreaking GHG Emissions Sector Guidance. The latest iteration is designed to further support the beverage industry in aligning with global GHG reporting protocols while enhancing consistency, accuracy and leadership in emissions calculation and reporting. January 14, 2025 /3BL/ - The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) proudly announces the release of Version 4.3 of its groundbreaking Beverage Industry Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Secto...[+3303 chars] 2025-01-14T17:11:04 Federal Judge Strikes Down ESG Black Rock Mismanagement of Pension Fund Daniel Greenfield https://www.frontpagemag.com/federal-judge-strikes-down-esg-black-rock-mismanagement-of-pension-fund https://www.frontpagemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/money-burning-dle.png US en A federal judge has struck down the environmental, social and governance (ESG) investment scheme of American Retirement Plans. He ruled that American breached its legal duty to make investment decisions based solely on the financial interests of 401(k) plan beneficiaries by allowing BlackRock, its asset manager and a major shareholder, to focus on environmental and social and corporate governance factors. "Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... ESG or environmental, social and governance basically amounted to a massive hijacking of equity to pursue leftist goals culminating in a completely woke econ...[+1893 chars]" 2025-01-14T16:45:00 American Airlines Mismanaged Employees' Retirement Funds By Investing In ESG, Court Rules Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/political/american-airlines-mismanaged-employees-retirement-funds-investing-esg-court-rules https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-01/image%28970%29.jpg?h=fa3af803&itok=q6TAMSzo BG en A district court ruled that American Airlines failed to prioritize the financial interests of its employees' retirement funds. The judgment came as part of a 2023 lawsuit filed against American Airlines and the company's Employee Benefits Committee. The class action alleges that the defendants violated their duty of loyalty under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act. The plaintiffs said that BlackRock pursued an agenda to convert their retirement plans' core index portfolios into ESG funds. ESG investments underperform traditional investments by roughly 10%. "Authored by Naveen Athrappully via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), A district court has ruled that American Airlines failed to prioritize the financial interests of its employees' retirement funds by...[+5918 chars]" 2025-01-14T16:15:14 How Cascale's Membership Requirements Can Mobilize Change https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/andrew-martin-4a6c1ebfcbe0ae1400aabf1bd39c715b https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Andrew Martin, Cascale's Executive Vice President shares insights on the organization's membership requirements. Martin highlights how these guidelines are driving real impact across the global consumer goods industry, from reducing GHG emissions to improving labor practices, their members are uniting around shared goals. In this latest blog Cascale's Executive Vice President, Andrew Martin shares insights on the organization's membership requirements, which were designed to unite our global members across brands, reta...[+330 chars] 2025-01-14T16:00:00 OCBC sponsors ESG Positive Impact Awards https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/01/15/ocbc-sponsors-esg-positive-impact-awards https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/01/15/3117853.jpg MY en The ESG Positive Impact Awards will return this year with its third instalment. OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is the main sponsor. Star Media Group (SMG) group chief executive officer Chan Seng Fatt said the bank's support is a testament to its belief in promoting environmental, social and governance principles. "PETALING JAYA: The ESG Positive Impact Awards will return this year with its third instalment and is once again supported by OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Bhd as the main sponsor. The event will recognise achi...[+3548 chars]" 2025-01-14T16:00:00 Politics, not climate, drive sustainable finance trends LONDON https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/editorials/archives/2025/01/15/2003830219 https://www.taipeitimes.com/assets/images/TaipeiTimesLogo-1200X1200px_new.jpg TW en Donald Trump's election as US president heralds regional divergence on everything from fund flows to legal cases and market regulations for sustainable finance. US investors withdrew US$15.9 billion from US funds last year, while European funds took in US$37.3 billion. The number of new ESG-focused funds launched in the US fell to seven against 189 in Europe. A turbulent year for sustainable finance is set to continue this year as the return of Donald Trump as US president heralds more regional divergence on everything from fund flows to legal cases and ma...[+4081 chars] 2025-01-14T15:57:37 Leading through change: strategies for effective change management Ernest De-Graft https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Leading_through_change_strategies_for_effective_change_manag https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4P4NTh2B4ug/0.jpg US en Change is inevitable in today's business environment. For CEOs in Ghana, leading through change is difficult. Ernest De-Graft EGYIR is the CEO of Egyir, a company based in Ghana. He believes change is driven by technological advancements, market dynamics and evolving consumer expectations. By Ernest De-Graft EGYIRChange is inevitable in today's business environment, driven by factors such as technological advancements, market dynamics, and evolving consumer expectations. For CEOs in Gha...[+37 chars] 2025-01-14T15:38:00 Winnebago Industries Releases 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report, Demonstrating Commitment to People, the Planet and Communities Winnebago Industries https://finance.yahoo.com/news/winnebago-industries-releases-2024-corporate-153800394.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/7x41_a_K.TJiWdgWPXRUvA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD00NDE-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/f997dc4312784aa4f923f54bb2cba0b6 US en Winnebago Industries, Inc. has published its 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report. The report is the company's first report in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Universal Standards and features an index aligned with recommendations from the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TFCD) and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) index. EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading manufacturer of premium outdoor recreation products, has published its 2024 Corporate Responsib...[+3850 chars] 2025-01-14T15:31:00 Climate tech startup GreenStitch raises $1.2 million from Equirus InnovateX Fund, others ETtech https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/climate-tech-startup-greenstitch-raises-1-2-million-from-equirus-innovatex-fund-others/articleshow/117237257.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117237580,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-54822,overlay-ettech/articleshow.jpg IN en GreenStitch has raised $1.2 million in a funding round led by seed stage investment fund Equirus InnovateX Fund. The funds will be used to expand the team and strengthen its product offerings. GreenStitch is a climate tech platform that helps fashion and textile companies achieve their sustainability goals. It also provides tools for decarbonisation and predictive modeling. "Climate tech startup GreenStitch, which focuses on the fashion and textile industry, has raised $1.2 million in a funding round led by seed stage investment fund Equirus InnovateX Fund. Budget with ET...[+2430 chars]" 2025-01-14T15:07:22 EU fund costs decline but remain high by global standards: Esma https://delano.lu/article/eu-fund-costs-decline-but-remain-high-by-global-standards-esma https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/eu-fund-costs-decline-but-remain-high-by-global-standards-esma/0.5/0.5/600/400/697966.jpg LU en The European Securities and Markets Authority (Esma) analysed the costs and performance of retail investment products across the European Union. It found a decline in investment costs, but they remain uncompetitive on a global scale. Structured retail products (SRPs) saw a rise in sales linked to interest rates and inflation. While the European fund market has seen gradual improvements in costs and returns, the pace and scale of investment cost reductions remain significantly behind international benchmarks, the European S...[+3354 chars] 2025-01-14T15:02:32 GAFI to announce new draft law as part of efforts to overhaul Companies Act https://www.egypttoday.com/Article/3/137688/GAFI-to-announce-new-draft-law-as-part-of-efforts https://www.egypttoday.com/siteimages/larg/20240208124104414.jpg EG en The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) plans to present a draft legislation in the next few months as part of an overhaul/replacement for Egypt's Companies Act. The new law will modernize the regulatory framework to address the growing reliance on electronic documentation. The current system in Egypt is more complex than in many other countries, as it involves numerous procedures and requires companies to fulfill all founding requirements upfront. Cairo – January 14, 2025: The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) plans to present a draft legislation in the next few months as part of an overhaul/replacement for Egypt's Companie...[+2225 chars] 2025-01-14T15:01:50 Rwanda Securities Exchange CEO upbeat eyeing new listings in 2025 https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/6367082068112/rwanda-securities-exchange-ceo-upbeat-eyeing-new-listings-in-2025- https://cf-images.eu-west-1.prod.boltdns.net/v1/static/1571595826001/4bece618-3a06-4c66-bfd5-a7d2efb1df43/cdb8132e-1732-47a7-98a5-a89283a43cc4/1280x720/match/image.jpg ZA en Rwanda's Securities Exchange wants to add Sharia compliant bonds to its investments portfolio. Celestin Rwabukumba, CEO of Rwanda Stock Exchange on the bourses 2025 talks to CNBC Africa about the key priorities and risks that will shape the capital markets. Rwanda's is eyeing to broaden it's investments' portfolio at the Securities Exchange by adding Sharia compliant bonds to help deepen the markets plus hand investors more alternatives. CNBC Africa's Ab...[+175 chars] 2025-01-14T15:01:50 Rwanda Stock Exchange CEO upbeat eyeing new listings in 2025 https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/6367082068112/rwanda-stock-exchange-ceo-upbeat-eyeing-new-listings-in-2025- https://cf-images.eu-west-1.prod.boltdns.net/v1/static/1571595826001/4bece618-3a06-4c66-bfd5-a7d2efb1df43/cdb8132e-1732-47a7-98a5-a89283a43cc4/1280x720/match/image.jpg ZA en Rwanda's Securities Exchange wants to add Sharia compliant bonds to its investments portfolio. Celestin Rwabukumba, CEO of Rwanda Stock Exchange on the bourses 2025 talks to CNBC Africa about the key priorities and risks that will shape the capital markets. Rwanda's is eyeing to broaden it's investments' portfolio at the Securities Exchange by adding Sharia compliant bonds to help deepen the markets plus hand investors more alternatives. CNBC Africa's Ab...[+175 chars] 2025-01-14T15:00:11 Derry and Strabane District Council's ethical procurement policy delayed Catherine Mcginty https://www.derrynow.com/news/local-news/1702200/derry-and-strabane-district-council-s-ethical-procurement-policy-delayed.html https://www.derrynow.com/resizer/1200/700/true/1626937925189_1636125937.jpg--_i_would_like_to_see_our_ethical_procurement_policy_moved_forward_for_us_to_be_able_to_implement_the_bds_policy_which_is_our_corporate_position____cllr_emma_mcginley.jpg?1636125937000 IE en Derry City and Strabane District Sinn Féin councillor is disappointed with the delay in implementing Council's Ethical Procurement Policy (EPP). Cllr Emma McGinley had hoped to have the policy developed in October 2024. The Procurements Act 2023 is due to come into effect on February 24, 2025, after much delay. "A Derry City and Strabane District Sinn Féin councillor has voiced disappointment at what she described as the 'lack of progress' in implementing Council's Ethical Procurement Policy (EPP). Speaking a...[+4486 chars]" 2025-01-14T14:18:48 Premier League clears all clubs of financial breaches Anthony Nlebem https://businessday.ng/sports/article/premier-league-clears-all-clubs-of-financial-breaches https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/PremierLeague-clubs.jpg NG en Premier League cleared all clubs of financial breaches between 2021-2024. Profit and Sustainability rules permit clubs to post losses of up to £105 million over three seasons with exemptions for spending on academies, community projects, and infrastructure. Everton became the first club charged under P&S rules in 2023, resulting in a 10-point deduction for exceeding loss limits by £124.5 million through 2021-22. "Premier League clears all clubs of financial breaches The Premier League has confirmed that no clubs have been charged with breaching Profit and Sustainability rules between 2021 to 2024. Clubs report...[+2646 chars]" 2025-01-14T13:32:38 Voxtur Announces Review of Strategic Options to Enhance Stakeholder Value Voxtur Analytics Corp https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/canada-7e6e469f18d84136e1a3302226556907 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Voxtur Analytics Corp. is a North American technology company creating a more transparent and accessible real estate lending ecosystem. Its Board of Directors has initiated a process to identify, examine and consider strategic and financial options to enhance value for its shareholders, employees and clients. BMO Capital Markets will assist the Special Committee and the Company with this process. TORONTO and TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voxtur Analytics Corp. (TSXV: VXTR; OTCQB: VXTRF) ('Voxtur' or the 'Company'), a North American technology company creating a more transparen...[+3314 chars] 2025-01-14T13:20:08 Businesses are slowly waking up to the environmental effects of Gen AI Craig Hale https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/businesses-are-slowly-waking-up-to-the-environmental-effects-of-gen-ai-4b39a12eb03c3869c37ad6009f2850a64584c278 https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Y96NPtHmdHd8chvYnfUqaV.jpg FR en Capgemini report find nearly half of execs say rising greenhouse gasses are due to AI. Only 12% measure their company's AI carbon footprint. Businesses are increasingly aware of artificial intelligence's environmental impacts when it comes to the power and natural resources required to operate data centers. "Capgemini report find nearly half of execs say rising greenhouse gasses are due to AI Only 12% measure their company's AI carbon footprint Limited reporting makes it hard to measure Businesses are bec...[+786 chars]" 2025-01-14T13:11:31 EPL clubs escape PSR charges for 2021-2024 Kemi Filani https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4043500/epl-clubs-escape-psr-charges-for-20212024.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en No Premier League team will be charged with Profit and Sustainability (PSR) breaches for the period between 2021-2024. PSR rules does not allow clubs to lose more than 105m over three-season rolling periods. Clubs who had recorded losses for the first two seasons of the latest three season cycle were required to submit their accounts. The post EPL clubs escape PSR charges for 2021-2024 appeared first on Kemi Filani.No Premier League team will be charged with Profit and Sustainability (PSR) breaches for the period between 2021-2024....[+306 chars] 2025-01-14T13:10:26 Sebi Pushes for Mandatory Demat Issuance of Securities Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3224436-sebi-pushes-for-mandatory-demat-issuance-of-securities https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/21_08_2024_13_11_14_7333565.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sebi has issued a proposal to enhance the transition of listed companies towards issuing securities solely in dematerialized form following events such as stock splits, face value consolidation and corporate mergers or demergers. Stakeholder comments have been invited until February 4th. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has issued a proposal to enhance the transition of listed companies towards issuing securities solely in dematerialized form following events such as ...[+660 chars] 2025-01-14T13:00:00 How treating employee resource groups (ERGs) like business units builds better leaders Julie Turpin https://www.fastcompany.com/91258137/how-treating-employee-resource-groups-ergs-like-business-units-builds-better-leaders https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/01/how_treating_employee_resource_groups_ergs_like_business_units_builds_better_leaders.jpg US en Employee resource groups (ERGs) can be a powerful business tool. ERGs provide hands-on leadership opportunities that accelerate a person's career progression. They can also be a channel for leadership development, innovation, and employee engagement. The organization should establish clear criteria for new ERGs and set clear rules of engagement. Employee resource groups (ERGs), or what my organization refers to as teammate resource groups (TRGs), are a staple strategic way for businesses to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). W...[+5147 chars] 2025-01-14T12:57:21 2024 Investment Innovation Conference: Impact investing helping institutional investors reset, rebuild ESG conversation Lauren Bailey https://www.benefitscanada.com/events/conference-coverage/2024-investment-innovation-conference-impact-investing-helping-institutional-investors-reset-rebuild-esg-conversation https://www.benefitscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/01/John-Gilmore_Martin-Currie_IIC.jpg CA en Impact-related assets under management globally are $1.6 trillion. Martin Currie's impact equity team seeks to invest in disruptive and innovative companies that are providing solutions to societal challenges. Public equity and public debt markets are the fastest growing parts of the impact investing landscape. 'What we try to do in thinking about . . . impact investing [in the context] of public equities is to try and find ways to motivate and catalyze more capital to invest with a specific focus on impact....[+3245 chars] 2025-01-14T12:43:34 EET Fuels Secures $350M for Decarbonisation Ambitions Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3224405-eet-fuels-secures-350m-for-decarbonisation-ambitions https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/27_08_2024_09_42_15_5598813.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en EET Fuels, trading name of Essar Oil (UK) Ltd, has secured $350 million in financing. The company plans to invest $1.2 billion over five years in decarbonization projects aiming for a 95% reduction in emissions by 2030. EET Fuels, the trading name of Essar Oil (UK) Ltd, has announced securing $350 million in financing. This development reflects investor confidence in the company's decarbonization strategy and market ...[+527 chars] 2025-01-14T12:30:00 How the DEI backlash will impact gender equality at work Mita Mallick https://www.fastcompany.com/91257841/how-the-dei-backlash-impacts-women-at-work https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/01/p-1-91257841-how-the-dei-backlash-impacts-women-at-work.jpg US en McDonald's is one of the companies that are scaling back diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Boeing Company, Ford Motor, Harley Davidson, Lowe's Cos, and Walmart are also rolling back their DEI initiatives. LeanIn and McKinsey Women in the Workplace report found that the number of companies who identified gender diversity as a high priority dropped from 87% in 2019 to 78%. The headlines about companies quietly or boldly cancelling diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, or scaling back commitments, don't seem to be disappearing anytime soon. McDonald's recently joined...[+1855 chars] 2025-01-14T12:28:19 World must urgently streamline green bond 'taxonomies' George https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/world-must-urgently-streamline-green-bond-taxonomies-ifc-2025-01-14 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en There are more than 30 green taxonomies for green bonds in the world. The International Finance Corporation has sold nearly $14 billion across 207 green bonds since 2010. IFC vice president Alfonso Garcia Mora says reforms are needed to create globally accepted definitions regarding sustainable bonds. VIENNA, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Definitions of what a green bond is must be streamlined urgently to attract funds needed for the green transition, the World Bank Group's private investment arm said, as mar...[+1686 chars] 2025-01-14T12:14:08 Ashland sets date for first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release and conference call webcast https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/14/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/ashland-sets-date-for-first-quarter-fiscal-2025-earnings-release-and-conference-call-webcast/2038458 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/14/514505.jpg PH en Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) will issue its first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release at approximately 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. The company's live webcast with securities analysts will include an executive summary and detailed remarks. The webcast and slides will be accessible through the Investor Relations section of Ashland's website at:http://investor.ashland.com. WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) today announced plans to issue its first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release at approximately 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Januar...[+1494 chars] 2025-01-14T12:05:26 EnviroGold Global Engages Canadian Investor Relations Firm Investor Cubed (I³) David Cam https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/envirogold-global-engages-canadian-investor-relations-firm-investor-cubed-i%c2%b3 https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzMTU1OSM2NjkyOTI0IzIwODk1NTU= CA en EnviroGold Global Limited has entered into an investor relations agreement dated January 13, 2025 with Investor Cubed Inc. to provide investor relations and shareholder communications services in Canada. The Company is a technology company enabling the global mining industry to monetize valuable metals contained in mine waste and tailings. TORONTO, Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnviroGold Global Limited ('EnviroGold' or the 'Company'), (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) a technology company enabling the global mining industry to m...[+392 chars] 2025-01-14T12:00:21 EcoClaim Named to Guidewire Insurtech Vanguards Program Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/ecoclaim-named-to-guidewire-insurtech-vanguards-program https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzMTM0MyM2NjkyMzQzIzIyODk3OTI= CA en EcoClaim is a software and training solution that helps insurance companies turn claims into climate action. EcoClaim has joined Guidewire's Insurtech Vanguards program to help insurers learn about the newest InsurTech's and how to best leverage them. "Article content CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EcoClaim, a software and training solution that helps insurance companies turn claims into climate action, announced that the company...[+670 chars]" 2025-01-14T12:00:00 Ashland sets date for first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release and conference call webcast Ashland https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ashland-sets-date-first-quarter-120000445.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/0d0fcb9dd9d6eee0575f50b44d02f496 US en Ashland Inc. will issue its first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release at approximately 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. The company's live webcast with securities analysts will take place at 9 am ET on Wednesday, January 29. An archived version of the webcast will be available on the Ashland website for 12 months. WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) today announced plans to issue its first-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release at approximately 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Januar...[+2408 chars] 2025-01-14T12:00:00 Council Post: 5 Things To Consider Before Going Public Cody Slach https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinessdevelopmentcouncil/2025/01/14/5-things-to-consider-before-going-public https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6785515527d88cb3ae9334ea/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Cody Slach is Senior Managing Director at Gateway Group. He advises his clients to prepare their company for an IPO for at least 12 to 24 months before going public. He also advises them to assemble the right team of external advisors, build depth in the management team and strengthen corporate governance. "Cody Slach, Senior Managing Director at Gateway Group. Taking your company public is one of the most important financial decisions you can make as an executive. However, having access to deep pools of...[+4904 chars]" 2025-01-14T11:55:14 T+1 in Europe: Key Challenges, Timeline, and Implications for EU and UK Markets archyde https://www.archyde.com/t1-in-europe-key-challenges-timeline-and-implications-for-eu-and-uk-markets https://securities.cib.bnpparibas/app/uploads/sites/3/2025/01/businessman-in-cafe-holding-digital-tablet-1024x683.jpg US en The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has proposed transitioning the European Union to a T+1 settlement cycle by October 2027. The move will align the EU with other major financial markets, such as the United States, which have already adopted or are moving toward shorter settlement cycles. On November⁣ 18, 2024, ESMA⁢ unveiled⁢ its ⁣highly anticipated report on shortening‍ the settlement ​cycle within the European ⁤Union. This followed ⁢a ⁣joint statement on⁢ October 15, 2024, by ESMA, ...[+8434 chars] 2025-01-14T11:18:31 NESG advocates industrial development policy integration in education hubs Premium Times https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4043290/nesg-advocates-industrial-development-policy-integration-in-education-hubs.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Mr Adulujo believes that by implementing this governance model, Nigeria can achieve sustainable development goals. NESG advocates industrial development policy integration in education hubs, as stated in the report by Premium Times Nigeria (PON). PON is a news service of PON. Mr Adulujo noted that by implementing this governance model, Nigeria can achieve sustainable development goals.The post NESG advocates industrial development policy integration in education hubs appea...[+66 chars] 2025-01-14T11:00:12 Vanguard takes steps to convince the government it's not too powerful Joseph N. Di Stefano https://www.courant.com/2025/01/14/vanguard-takes-steps-to-convince-the-government-its-not-too-powerful https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/202501131341MCT_____PHOTO____OPED-VANGUARD-GROWTH-PH.jpg?w=1024&h=683 US en Vanguard Group's founder, the late John C. Bogle, warned that the investment giant could get too big. Last month, the company signed a new 'passivity agreement' with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., the powerful bank regulator. FDIC director Jonathan McKernan called the deal a victory over 'the concentration of power in a few institutional investors' "By Joseph N. DiStefano, The Philadelphia Inquirer Vanguard Group's founder, the late John C. Bogle, predicted that a day would come when the Malvern investment giant and its low-fee index funds, after...[+7520 chars]" 2025-01-14T10:52:02 ASCI Urges Transparency in LinkedIn Influencer Collaborations Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/3224226-asci-urges-transparency-in-linkedin-influencer-collaborations https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/27_06_2024_08_46_33_7875017.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has raised concerns over the absence of disclosure tools on LinkedIn. ASCI reviewed 56 cases of non-disclosure violations related to material associations on the platform. Influencers must make disclosures prominent and clear, avoiding their concealment within hashtags or links. The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has raised concerns over the absence of disclosure tools on LinkedIn, urging influencers to clearly outline their material connections with advertiser...[+818 chars] 2025-01-14T10:49:00 Dr. Agyepong pledges support for 24-hour economy Modernghana https://www.modernghana.com/news/1371670/dr-agyepong-pledges-support-for-24-hour-economy.html https://cdn.modernghana.com/images/content/1142025114507-0f730m4yxs-whatsapp-image-2025-01-13-at-173343.jpeg GH en The Jospong Leadership Conference (JLC 2025) opened on Monday, January 13, at the Pentecost Conference Centre in Gomoa, Central Region. It is themed 'Transformation through Leadership' and aims to promote business sustainability, positive work ethics, and the role of leadership in driving impactful and sustainable change within the organization. This year marks the 12th edition of the annual conference. The Joseph Siaw Agyepong Foundation received a seed funding of 500,000 Ghanaian Cedis to support its activities. The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, has reiterated his company's unwavering commitment to partnering with the government to create jobs for Ghana'...[+3471 chars] 2025-01-14T10:09:23 SEC requires firms to disclose fees paid to external auditors Tati Maligro https://www.rappler.com/business/sec-requires-firms-disclose-fees-paid-external-auditors https://www.rappler.com/tachyon/2025/01/sec-makati-guidelines-january-14-2025-2.jpg PH en The Securities and Exchange Commission is tightening rules on auditor fees. The new guidelines apply to financial statements covering the period ending December 31, 2024 and thereafter. Failure to comply with the new guidelines could result in the imposition of fines under the revised SEC Rule 68 on financial reporting requirements. "The Securities and Exchange Commission says the new guidelines are meant to 'enhance transparency' MANILA, Philippines – The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is tightening rules on auditor fee...[+1921 chars]" 2025-01-14T09:37:41 NGX Group CEO moves for collaboration among Pan-African markets Peter Egwuatu Group https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4043036/ngx-group-ceo-moves-for-collaboration-among-panafrican-markets.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en NGX Group CEO Temi Popoola has emphasized the transformative potential of African capital markets at the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). Popoola emphasized the need for stronger regional collaboration, government-private sector synergy and collaboration among Pan-African markets. By Peter EgwuatuGroup CEO of NigerianExchange Group Plc (NGX Group), Temi Popoola, has emphasized the transformative potential of Africas capital markets at the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exch...[+281 chars] 2025-01-14T09:16:37 Energy transition and private markets driving continued appetite for impact Catherine Macaulay https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Energy_transition_and_private_markets_driving_continued_appe https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/[] US en There is an ESG (environment, social, governance) backlash in some parts of the world. However, investor demand for impact investing strategies has continued to grow. Catherine Macaulay and Anne Dardelet are co-founders of Impact Investing. By Catherine Macaulay and Anne DardeletDespite apparent political headwinds and an oft-cited ESG (environment, social, governance) backlash in some parts of the world, investor demand for impact inves...[+38 chars] 2025-01-14T09:03:00 Federal Judge Rules Against American Airlines' ESG-Based 401(k) Plan Bryan S. Jung https://pjmedia.com/bryan-s-jung/2025/01/14/federal-judge-rules-against-american-airlines-esg-based-401k-plan-n4935874 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/2018/281/a7ddee38-ef19-4883-9e20-8f82e82f9c39.jpg US en A federal court ruled that American Airlines was in violation of federal law for basing investment decisions regarding its employee retirement plan on Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) principles. The decision is one of the first legal blows to the controversial ESG ideology that has taken over many corporate boardrooms and pension funds across the country. A federal court ruled that American Airlines was in violation of federal law for basing investment decisions regarding its employee retirement plan on Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (...[+3263 chars] 2025-01-14T09:01:00 Only 13% of 700 APAC listcos have disclosed alignment with TNFD framework: Kering, NUS study https://www.theedgesingapore.com/news/environmental-social-and-governance/only-13-700-apac-listcos-have-disclosed-alignment-tnfd https://edgemarkets-transferred.s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/00%20SINGAPORE%2014%20BLOOMBERG_5.jpg?Dd.6SvQDP3xeVKp4la4Mg93hf8iF0pba SG en Only 13% of 700 listed companies in Asia-Pacific have disclosed their alignment with the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) framework. Australia took the lead with 68% of companies that considered nature as material, followed by New Zealand (48%) and Singapore and Malaysia (both 42%). South Korea ranked the lowest at 18%. Nature-related disclosure among Asia-Pacific companies remains nascent, with only 13% of 700 listed companies (listcos) in the region having disclosed their alignment with the Taskforce on Nature-rela...[+5566 chars] 2025-01-14T09:00:00 Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Announces Receipt of Final Australian Court Approval for the SXG Scheme https://finance.yahoo.com/news/southern-cross-gold-consolidated-announces-090000145.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/11aae14ab5103993e9b090fbed1862e9 US en The Supreme Court of New South Wales approved the scheme of arrangement with Southern Cross Gold Ltd. (SXG) earlier today. The Company will acquire 100% of the shares in SXG it does not already own. SXG intends to lodge the Court's orders approving the Scheme with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission tomorrow. The Scheme will be legally effective and quotation of SXG Shares on the ASX will be suspended from close of trading tomorrow. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 14, 2025 / Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd (""SXGC"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:SXGC)(ASX:SX2) is pleased to announce that earlier today the Supreme Court of New S...[+4393 chars]" 2025-01-14T08:35:02 Understanding Compliance Under Fuel EU Maritime https://www.marineinsight.com/green-shipping/understanding-compliance-under-fuel-eu-maritime https://www.marineinsight.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Fuel-EU-Maritime.jpg IN en The Fuel EU Maritime Regulation, effective from January 1, 2025, mandates that vessels over 5,000 gross tonnage reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions progressively. The penalty system imposes significant financial consequences for exceeding GHG intensity limits, calculated based on the deficit multiplied by energy use. Alternatively, the pooling mechanism allows multiple vessels to collectively manage their GHG compliance. The Fuel EU Maritime Regulation, effective from January 1, 2025, mandates that vessels over 5,000 gross tonnage reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions progressively. Compliance is monitored throu...[+6264 chars] 2025-01-14T08:30:00 SBB's creditor Fir Tree Partners drops lawsuit Reuters https://realty.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/sbbs-creditor-fir-tree-partners-drops-lawsuit/117230215 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117230215,imgsize-109454,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etrealty/international/sbbs-creditor-fir-tree-partners-drops-lawsuit.jpg IN en Fir Tree Partners, one of SBB's creditors, will end remaining legal proceedings against the real estate group, boosting its share price. SBB stood at the centre of a Swedish real estate bubble that unravelled from 2022 to 2023 when inflation and interest rates soared. The company won approval from a majority of creditors to restructure key parts of its bonds last month. "STOCKHOLM: Sweden 's SBB said on Monday it had learned that one of its creditors, U.S. hedge fund Fir Tree Partners , will end remaining legal proceedings against the real estate group, boosting its s...[+1508 chars]" 2025-01-14T08:26:27 Should Shein be allowed to list on the UK stock market? Have your say Vicky McKeever https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/shein-list-uk-stock-market-ftse-poll-180026031.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/_tsjxggiuCxiVUAsjNm7zA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NjU-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-01/2bb29ea0-d1ca-11ef-a0fd-33dc48086b10 US en Fast-fashion giant Shein wants to list in London in the first half of the year if it receives regulatory approvals. A member of parliament is concerned about Shein's potential £50bn flotation on the UK stock market. There are also concerns about its working practices. Do you think Shein should be allowed to list? Vote in the poll below. "Fast-fashion giant Shein is reportedly aiming to list in London in the first half of the year if it receives regulatory approvals, though concerns have been raised about its working practices. Reuters...[+2227 chars]" 2025-01-14T08:23:25 As LA fights fires, Australian official urges more help from social media platforms Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/As_LA_fights_fires_Australian_official_urges_more_help_from__w https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/[] US en Authorities said companies, including X, were involved in the incident.  X is a company that provides services to the government. It's not clear if it's a government-owned company or a private one. It is not clear who is involved. Authorities said companies, including X 2025-01-14T08:12:41 Sustainability Economics Joins AIGCC to Drive Net-Zero Transitions in Asia https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/14/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sustainability-economics-joins-aigcc-to-drive-net-zero-transitions-in-asia/2038317 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/14/514266.png PH en Sustainability Economics has joined AIGCC as an associate member. Sustainable Economics provides comprehensive net-zero solutions to global businesses in high-emission sectors. AigCC is a network of over 70 members managing a combined global AUM of $28 trillion across 11 Asian markets. Headquartered in Singapore and the United States, with a major development center in Bangalore, Sustainability Economics provides comprehensive net-zero solutions to global businesses in high-emission...[+1882 chars] 2025-01-14T08:05:00 Sustainability Economics Joins AIGCC to Drive Net-Zero Transitions in Asia Sustainability Economics https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/sustainability-economics-joins-aigcc-drive-080500608.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PFuYuF7r4og5R55AVFe_.Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/0a4650d6c2148ae2792288a3db596ca3 US en Sustainability Economics has joined the Asia Investor Group on Climate Change (AIGCC). AIGCC is Asia's leading network of institutional investors dedicated to mitigating climate risks and fostering opportunities for a sustainable future. Sustainable Economics provides comprehensive net-zero solutions to global businesses in high-emission sectors. It is at the forefront of merging clean power with AI-driven cloud data centers. "Sustainability Economics Joins AIGCC Singapore, Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a significant step towards advancing net-zero practices, Sustainability Economics proudly announces its membership ...[+2617 chars]" 2025-01-14T07:38:26 Activist investor Gatemore calls for CEO change in UK's YouGov Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/activist-investor-gatemore-calls-ceo-change-uks-yougov-2025-01-14 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Activist investor Gatemore Capital called for leadership changes at YouGov (YOU.L) and proposed appointing former boss Stephan Shakespeare as interim CEO of the British polling and research company. YouGov has a new tab with a new CEO position. "Companies Show more companies Jan 14 (Reuters) - Activist investor Gatemore Capital called for leadership changes at YouGov (YOU.L), opens new tab on Tuesday and proposed appointing former boss Stepha...[+840 chars]" 2025-01-14T07:31:29 ‘Pres. Ali made it clear no renegotiation of Exxon contract' – Hess boss tells conference Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/01/14/pres-ali-made-it-clear-no-renegotiation-of-exxon-contract-hess-boss-tells-conference https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/01/Hess-150x150.jpeg GY en The 2016 Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) governing the Stabroek Block, estimated to hold 11.6 billion barrels of oil, has been a contentious topic. Hess Corporation's CEO, John Hess, last week assured stakeholders of political and fiscal stability in Guyana ahead of the planned 2025 General and Regional Elections. He emphasised the People's Progressive Party/Civic government's commitment to honouring the PSA. President Ali's current stance contrasts with statements he made as the PPP/C presidential candidate. "Kaieteur News- The renegotiation of the 2016 Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) governing the Stabroek Block which is estimated to hold 11.6 billion barrels of oil, has been a contentious topic. Hess ...[+2842 chars]" 2025-01-14T07:30:46 Capgemini: How to Build a Responsible Generative AI Strategy Digit Editor https://www.digit.fyi/capgemini-generative-ai-sustainability https://i0.wp.com/www.digit.fyi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Untitled-design-2025-01-07T152253.959.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&ssl=1 GB en Generative AI has a significant and growing negative environmental impact. Only 12% of organisations that use genAI measure the environmental footprint of their use and only 38% claim to be aware of that impact. Almost half of executives believe that their use of genAI has driven a rise in GHG emissions. Almost a third of organisations have taken steps to incorporate sustainability measures into the genAI lifecycle. The Capgemini Research Institute's report into the sustainability of generative AI, Developing Sustainable Gen AI , published today, shows that genAI has a significant and growing negative environment...[+5923 chars] 2025-01-14T07:17:23 PSX announces delisting of Engro Corporation, effective January 14 News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/01/14/psx-announces-delisting-of-engro-corporation-effective-january-14 https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/ENGRO-696x392.jpg PK en The Pakistan Stock Exchange delisted Engro Corporation Limited (ENGRO) from the exchange on January 14, 2025. The delisting follows the implementation of a Scheme of Arrangement involving Engro Corp Limited and Engro Holdings Limited ( ENGROH), previously known as Dawood Hercules Corporation Limited. "The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has announced the delisting of Engro Corporation Limited (ENGRO) from the exchange, effective Tuesday, January 14, 2025. According to a PSX notification, the delistin...[+729 chars]" 2025-01-14T07:04:52 Apple's Board Pushes Against Diversity Rollback Call New Telegraph-Admin https://newtelegraphng.com/apples-board-pushes-against-diversity-rollback-call https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/9e7b5780-d15a-11ef-b434-bdbe98834795-scaled.jpg NG en Apple's board has asked its investors to vote against a proposal to end its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes. It comes after a conservative group, the National Centre for Public Policy Research, called on the technology giant to abolish its DEI policies. Apple's directors say the proposal is unnecessary because the company has appropriate checks and balances in place. "Share Apple's board has asked its investors to vote against a proposal to end its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes. It comes after a conservative group, the National Centre for Public...[+529 chars]" 2025-01-14T06:33:19 Impact of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) on Corporate Law: The Legal School's Insights Post News Network https://www.orissapost.com/impact-of-esg-environmental-social-governance-on-corporate-law-the-legal-schools-insights https://www.orissapost.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/article.jpg IN en The Legal School is a premier platform dedicated to providing students and professionals with the tools they need to excel in the legal field. It offers a range of online law courses tailored to meet the needs of aspiring lawyers and legal professionals. Its focus on career readiness and real-world application makes it the ideal platform for anyone looking to build a successful career in law. The Legal School is a premier platform dedicated to providing students and professionals with the tools they need to excel in the legal field. Known for its innovative teaching methods and expert facu...[+3782 chars] 2025-01-14T05:45:00 How businesses can benefit from electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes: Will Voisey Will Voisey https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/how-businesses-can-benefit-from-electric-vehicle-salary-sacrifice-schemes-will-voisey-4937245 https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjNkMjBjMGNmLWE5ZTEtNGFkNy1iOTVhLWI0NDlkZWQ2YmQ3MzoyMmQzMWQ3YS0zYjAxLTQ3MTAtYjE0Yi04YmExMTgzNWM1MjQ=.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Salary sacrifice car schemes are a tax-efficient way of providing non-cash benefits to employees. They also help businesses reduce carbon emissions and support sustainability goals. They are simple to set up and tailored to your business needs and resources. They can also help recruit and retain top talent. "By Published Conversations around carbon reduction are far more commonplace in boardrooms than they were even five years ago. What senior teams don't always realise is the extent to which a salary sac...[+3026 chars]" 2025-01-14T05:22:45 With EPS Growth And More, Karex Berhad (KLSE:KAREX) Makes An Interesting Case Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/eps-growth-more-karex-berhad-052245095.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/8045a103f8959173903f7a11497803b2 US en Karex Berhad (KLSE:KAREX) has grown its earnings per share at a very impressive rate in the last three years. Its CEO received a salary of RM3.0k in the year to June 2024. Its insiders own 26% of the company. The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even companies that have no revenue, no profit, and a record of falling short, can manage ...[+5007 chars] 2025-01-14T05:20:26 Change must come Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/01/14/change-must-come https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2017/12/editorial-150x150.jpg GY en As the elections season sets in, more and more Guyanese are coming out against the lopsided oil contract the Guyana Government signed with ExxonMobil back in 2016. The Vice President's focus is almost always the opposition and the other routine matters that his ministers are in charge of. Jagdeo only speaks about the new Production Sharing Agreement (PSA), which is yet to be tested and proven. "Editorial… Kaieteur News- As the elections season sets in, more and more Guyanese are coming out against the lopsided oil contract the Guyana Government signed with ExxonMobil back in 2016. They are a...[+3662 chars]" 2025-01-14T05:17:01 How ESG can drive Nigeria's green financing market Business Day https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4042407/how-esg-can-drive-nigerias-green-financing-market.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en In recent years, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles have gained significant attention globally. Countries around the world are increasingly interested in ESG principles. ESG can drive the green financing market in Nigeria.    In recent years, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles have gained significant attention globally. Countries around the world are increasinglyread more How ESG can drive Nigeria's gre...[+19 chars] 2025-01-14T05:09:52 Servicios Corporativos Javer de And 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks To Consider Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/servicios-corporativos-javer-2-high-050952230.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7a3247b09aa49d6f85894caffcf9e69e US en Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371), Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO), Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858), CAC Holdings (TSSE:4725), Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368), Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL), China South Publishing & Media Group (SSE:601098), Nihon Parkerizing (TSS:4095), HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHS:600741) and E J Holdings (TSE:2153). As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by inflation concerns and political uncertainty, investors are increasingly focused on strategies that offer stability and income. In this environ...[+5732 chars] 2025-01-14T05:00:01 South Korean Companies Face Evolving Shareholder Activism in 2025 Korea Bizwire http://koreabizwire.com/south-korean-companies-face-evolving-shareholder-activism-in-2025/303552 http://koreabizwire.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/C0A8CA3C000001538D3D1C5D0000114F.jpeg KR en The Ajou Corporate Management Research Institute's newly released '2025 Annual General Meeting Preview' reveals that the number of companies targeted by shareholder proposals rose 32% from 31 in 2020 to 41 in 2024. Proposal items increased by 40% over the same period, jumping from 110 to 154. The approval rate for shareholder proposals notably climbed. "The surge in shareholder proposals at South Korean companies over the past five years is showing signs of stabilization in 2025. (Image courtesy of Yonhap) SEOUL, Jan. 14 (Korea Bizwire) — The surge i...[+2749 chars]" 2025-01-14T05:00:00 Trump's Win Has Tech Bros Celebrating for the Worst Reason Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling https://newrepublic.com/post/190209/donald-trump-tech-bros-gross-slurs https://images.newrepublic.com/36db438bc4dea4ab13c90b7b652a4359b1fa2f34.jpeg?w=1200&h=630&crop=faces&fit=crop&fm=jpg US en Donald Trump's return to the White House has allowed companies to backtrack on diversity and inclusion efforts. Wall Street banks and money managers have quit industry groups focused on climate change and cutting carbon emissions. Silicon Valley is all in on Trump's forthcoming presidency, with Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos slated to attend the inauguration next week. From New York to San Francisco, Donald Trump's return to the White House has greenlighted a corporate cultural regression, instantaneously allowing companies to backtrack on years of climate goals and...[+20022 chars] 2025-01-14T05:00:00 ‘There's been no falling out': Zuber Issa disputes 'rift' claims "Shuiab Khan Reporter" https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24853249.theres-no-falling-out-zuber-isa-disputes-split-claims https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/resources/images/13797026.jpg?type=og-image GB en Zuber sold his stake in Asda TDR Capital in June last year and stepped down as co-chief executive of EG Group. He kept his shareholding in EG Group and continued as a non-executive director. He launched 'EG On The Move' which this week announced that it had acquired 98 sites from petrol station giant Applegreen. Zuber wants to leave the business to his family and work more on charitable projects when he turns 60. His father, Vali, continued to live in his terraced home until he died in 2021. "The Blackburn brothers have become household names following the growth of their multi-billion pound empire – the EG Group - which led to them also acquiring Asda. Last year, however, Zuber sold his s...[+2346 chars]" 2025-01-14T04:25:26 How ESG can drive Nigeria's green financing market Jude Enajero https://businessday.ng/opinion/article/how-esg-can-drive-nigerias-green-financing-market https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/ESG-1.png NG en In 2021, Nigeria issued its first green bond, raising N15 billion to fund renewable energy and climate resilience projects. According to the Climate Bonds Initiative, by 2020, global green bond issuance has surpassed $1 trillion. Global ESG investments were estimated at over $30 trillion in 2020. In recent years, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles have gained significant attention globally. Countries around the world are increasingly paying attention to how businesses and i...[+7652 chars] 2025-01-14T04:16:35 Apple fighting shareholders who want to end DEI hiring, asks investors to vote against proposal https://www.firstpost.com/tech/apple-fighting-shareholders-who-want-to-end-dei-hiring-asks-investors-to-vote-against-proposal-13852564.html https://images.firstpost.com/uploads/2025/01/Apple-fighting-shareholders-who-want-to-end-DEI-hiring-asks-investors-to-vote-against-proposal-2025-01-9afd13df1fba9d94c90c4c720f2ce8e3-1200x675.jpg?im=FitAndFill=(1200,675) IN en Apple's 2025 shareholders' meeting is taking place on February 25th. National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR) has put forward a proposal urging Apple to drop its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring policies. Apple has strongly pushed back, asking investors to vote against the proposal. "A group of shareholders, led by the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), has put forward a proposal that wants to see Apple abandon its DEI practices read more This isn't the first time...[+3553 chars]" 2025-01-14T03:47:43 BizTalk: Advancing global climate action CGTN https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-01-14/BizTalk-Advancing-global-climate-action-1A7M1TQy3L2/p.html https://video.cgtn.com/news/2025-01-14/BizTalk-Advancing-global-climate-action-1A7M1TQy3L2/video/wu_1igt34vho5asqbv14nictf1e1da/wu_1igt34vho5asqbv14nictf1e1da-1280.jpg CN en China's first energy law took effect on January 1, 2025. It is a crucial step in securing national energy security and driving a green, low-carbon transition. The law aligns with the breakthroughs at COP29, the UN Climate Change Conference, which included the tripling of climate finance pledges to developing nations and advancement of carbon market mechanisms. China's first energy law officially took effect on January 1, 2025, marking a crucial step in securing national energy security and driving a green, low-carbon transition. This move aligns with the br...[+533 chars] 2025-01-14T03:14:13 Singapore companies lagging in TNFD framework adoption, study finds Singapore News https://theindependent.sg/singapore-companies-lagging-in-tnfd-framework-adoption-study-finds https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Screenshot-2024-09-21-at-4.43.55%E2%80%AFPM-e1726909142782.jpg SG en Only 14% of Singaporean companies align with the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) framework. 66% of companies identified their dependencies and impacts on nature, yet only 39% incorporated these considerations into their risk management frameworks. Leadership and governance on nature-related issues are mixed. SINGAPORE: A recent study by the National University of Singapore (NUS) and luxury group Kering revealed that while 76% of Singaporean companies include nature-related issues in their sustainability r...[+1284 chars] 2025-01-14T03:11:45 ASEAN must strengthen sustainability to advance community vision 2045: Secretary General Vietnam https://en.vietnamplus.vn/asean-must-strengthen-sustainability-to-advance-community-vision-2045-secretary-general-post308247.vnp https://mediaen.vietnamplus.vn/images/f579a678cf9e90879541752073c26005317c2d9f5096edd4ed4c03c0b2bbe6bcd6903d31bc23889f6c545750f8eab8532769019df8c30a7e65b5c6b028edeab0/kao-kim-hourn.jpg.webp VN en ASEAN's Community Vision 2045 and its accompanying strategic plans are set to be adopted this year. For the first time in ASEAN's history, a 20-year vision, guided by peace, prosperity, and people, will be ratified, aiming at creating a sustainable and equitable future. With more than 480 million active Internet users, the digital economy is projected to reach 1 trillion USD by 2030. Finalising the ASEan Digital Economy Framework Agreement should unlock up to 2 trillion USD in economic value. "ASEAN Secretary General Kao Kim Hourn (Photo: VNA) Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – ASEAN must strengthen its global leadership on sustainability to further enhance the its community vision 2045 agenda which is e...[+1525 chars]" 2025-01-14T03:05:49 BlackRock and American Airlines: Is Larry Fink the New Sam Bankman-Fried? Scott Mckay https://spectator.org/blackrock-american-airlines-fink-new-bankman-fried https://eadn-wc04-11032743.nxedge.io/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Prime_Minister_Keir_Starmer_attends_UNGA_54022800669-scaled-e1736805716787.jpg US en A federal judge ruled on Friday that American Airlines violated federal law by basing investment decisions for its employee retirement plan on environmental, social, and other non-financial factors. The case is a lawsuit by thousands of pilots and other employees of American Airlines against that company for allowing BlackRock to manage AA's pension plans when BlackRock was operating under ESG principles and trying to change the world. A federal case out of Texas decided on Friday, could be the first step in a long and painful march for institutional capital behemoth BlackRock and its Hard Left CEO Larry Fink. It's not all that unre...[+8332 chars] 2025-01-14T02:06:41 Woke Climate Cartel Goes Belly Up Owen Klinsky https://www.conservativedailynews.com/2025/01/woke-climate-cartel-goes-belly-up https://www.conservativedailynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/01-Woke-Truck-CDN-1080a-scaled.jpg US en Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) suspended activities after investment firm BlackRock announced its exit from the group Thursday. BlackRock manages more than $10 trillion and has been a leader in environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing. Other financial services had left NZAM prior to BlackRock's exit, including Goldman Sachs Group, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase & Co. The Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) coalition — a United Nations – sponsored collection of financial services companies that have pledged to negate their portfolio's greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or...[+2491 chars] 2025-01-14T01:38:00 Climate-related Disclosures Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/climate-related-disclosures-1389876 https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/678521d8f029f40e508816fe/s960_Small_Plant_in_Glass_Jar_960x640.jpg US en GAD has published its first set of climate-related financial disclosures. This is a reporting requirement for central government departments. The first phase applies for the 2023 to 2024 reporting period. The main focus of phase 1 was the governance pillar. GAD is committed to limiting the extent to which they contribute to climate change. "We have published our inaugural set of climate-related financial disclosures. This is a reporting requirement for central government departments. We have published our inaugural climate-related financ...[+2439 chars]" 2025-01-14T00:06:00 Profits and Planet: Getting nature into the boardroom Keelin McCone https://www.irishnews.com/news/business/profits-and-planet-getting-nature-into-the-boardroom-EGN4V2XTGBHLPBBA4PZ4FYWETM https://www.irishnews.com/resizer/v2/HKWA4QOSJJMA7KGBWH5WEVJTFY.jpg?smart=true&auth=9c89a4f0a09fe48f5c86c0068a4a962ea3389ee4062ff64745abf97d186224ea&width=1200&height=630 GB en Business relies on healthy and balanced ecosystems for normal operations. Business in the Community's (BITC) recent NI Environmental Benchmarking Survey Report showed that companies are starting to understand the importance of biodiversity and climate change. BITC's collaborative climate campaign Business Action on Climate puts Northern Ireland businesses at the forefront of action on the climate emergency. The 2024 World Economic Forum's Global Risk Report highlights that environmental risks, including extreme weather events and biodiversity loss, remain among the top global threats for the next decade....[+3915 chars] 2025-01-14T00:00:00 Wall Street Climate Group Net Zero Suspends Activities Following BlackRock's Exit Breitbart https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Wall_Street_Climate_Group_Net_Zero_Suspends_Activities_Follo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Wall Street Climate Group Net Zero has suspended activities following BlackRock's exit from ESG, DEI craze. It's another relic of the woke, but it's not going to last long. It was founded by a former employee of BlackRock. "Another relic of the woke, ESG, DEI craze crumbles. The post Wall Street Climate Group Net Zero Suspends Activities Following BlackRock's Exit appeared first on Breitbart." 2025-01-14T00:00:00 Sustainability Economics Joins AIGCC to Drive Net-Zero Transitions in Asia Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Sustainability_Economics_Joins_AIGCC_to_Drive_NetZero_Transi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sustainability is taking a significant step towards advancing net-zero practices in the future of Singapore. Sustainability will become a company in 2025.    in a significant way to advance net- zero practices in Singapore. Singapore, Jan. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a significant step towards advancing net-zero practices, Sustainability 2025-01-14T00:00:00 Adapting To The Global Threat Landscape: Advice For Boardrooms Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Adapting_To_The_Global_Threat_Landscape_Advice_For_Boardroom https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en global risks are no longer an abstract concern for corporate leaders across industries. It is now a pressing reality for corporate executives. It's a concern for all of them. It makes sense to be aware of the global risks. It also makes sense for them to be a concern. Global risks are no longer an abstract concern. They are now a pressing reality for corporate leaders across industries. 2025-01-14T00:00:00 Rio Tinto fined $2M for contaminating water near Quebec mine CBC https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Rio_Tinto_fined_2M_for_contaminating_water_near_Quebec_mine https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The company plead guilty to eight counts of violating the Fisheries Act and the Metal and Diamond Mining Effluent Regulations, said Environment Climate Change Canada in a news release Tuesday morning. The company pleads guilty to the charges. The case was heard in front of a court in Ottawa. The company plead guilty to eight counts of violating the Fisheries Act and the Metal and Diamond Mining Effluent Regulations, said Environment Climate Change Canada (ECCC) in a news release Tuesday m...[+7 chars] 2025-01-14T00:00:00 Hydro Ottawa updated green bond framework to support net-zero goal Français Canada Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Hydro_Ottawa_updated_green_bond_framework_to_support_netzero https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc. has published an update to its Green Bond Framework. The Framework allows Hydro Ottawa to further build on its commitment to excellence in sustainability and Environmental, Social and Governance. The framework was first issued in 2019 and is based on the previous version of the framework. "OTTAWA, ON, /CNW/ - Today, Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc. (referred to as ""Hydro Ottawa"" or the ""Company"") published an update to its Green Bond Framework (""Framework""), first issued in 2019. The Framework...[+128 chars]" 2025-01-14T00:00:00 Fournisseurs Imerys, normes Environnementales, Sociales et de Gouvernance (anglais) (Imerys SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Fournisseurs_Imerys_normes_Environnementales_Sociales_et_de_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Imerys is committed to act as a supplier of environmental, social and government-related products. It meets the BC-FOP-02_V3 standards.    imerys.com is a supplier. ) IMERYS SUPPLIER ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL & GOVERNANCE STANDARDS Ref No: BC-FOP-02_V3 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ IMERYS COMMITME...[+35 chars] 2025-01-14T00:00:00 Efficiency in GHG emissions: BRF is once again included in B3's Carbon Efficient Index (ICO2) (BRF SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/14/Efficiency_in_GHG_emissions_BRF_is_once_again_included_in_B3 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en BRF is included in B3's Carbon Efficient Index (ICO2) because of the consistency of the companies' ESG policies and practices. BRF is one of the largest food companies globally and has a significant impact on climate change. The index is based on the company's GHG emissions. ) 13/01/2025 11h25 Efficiency in GHG emissions: BRF is once again included in B3's Carbon Efficient Index (ICO2) The presence in the indicator is a result of the consistency of the companies' ESG poli...[+105 chars] 2025-01-14T00:00:00 SEC sues Musk, saying he didn't disclose purchase of Twitter shares on time before buying site Barbara Ortutay https://www.adn.com/nation-world/2025/01/14/sec-sues-musk-saying-he-didnt-disclose-purchase-of-twitter-shares-on-time-before-buying-site https://www.adn.com/resizer//baEIu-I4NQdSRdP69VMMiTh1kt8=/1200x630/filters:format(jpg):quality(70)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/adn/RILHNVDXY2BC22BP5XJZAU2ND4.jpg US en Elon Musk failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media site. Musk bought Twitter in October 2022 and later renamed it X. The SEC alleges that Musk underpaid 'by at least $150 million' for shares he bought after he should have disclosed his ownership. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued billionaire Elon Musk, saying he failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner in early 2022, before buying the social media...[+1298 chars] 2025-01-14T00:00:00 XLRI hosts transformative International Conference Jamshedpur https://www.dailypioneer.com/2025/state-editions/xlri-hosts-transformative-international-conference.html https://www.dailypioneer.com/images/logo.jpg IN en XLRI - Xavier School of Management hosted a three-day International Conference on Respect in Business and Leadership from January 9 to 11, 2025. The conference emphasized the importance of integrating respect into business and leadership practices. On January 10, 2025, XLRI unveiled EthicoSphere, a platform dedicated to fostering ethical leadership in academia and industry. XLRI - Xavier School of Management, in collaboration with the JRD Tata Foundation for Business Ethics, hosted an impactful three-day International Conference on Respect in Business and Leadership from...[+2408 chars] 2025-01-14T00:00:00 The Anti-Woke Wave Hits Wall Street, Tripling Shareholder Resolutions Suzanne Bowdey https://patriotpost.us/opinion/113533-the-anti-woke-wave-hits-wall-street-tripling-shareholder-resolutions-2025-01-14 https://img.patriotpost.us/01GM9N9YCXRR5X301S1KG0QXWR.jpeg?w=1200&h=630 US en Conservative shareholders are getting involved in the fight against ESG and DEI. Since 2020, the number of anti-DEI shareholder proposals has tripled. Apple, Coca-Cola, Starbucks, and Boeing were some of the major targets of the 13 resolutions brought before Russell 3000 firms last year. Larry Fink's BlackRock decided to pull out of the United Nations' Net Zero Asset Managers' coalition. "By Suzanne Bowdey In another sign that the anti-woke movement is only gaining steam, even conservative shareholders are getting off the sidelines and into the fight. While Americans stick it to the Bu...[+8628 chars]" 2025-01-13T23:50:46 ‘A Huge Win': Woke Climate Cartel Goes Belly Up https://ijr.com/a-huge-win-woke-climate-cartel-goes-belly-up https://ijr.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/a-huge-win-woke-climate-cartel-goes-belly-up.jpg US en Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) has suspended operations after BlackRock's exit from the group. BlackRock manages more than $10 trillion and has been a leader in environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing. Other financial services companies had left NZAM before BlackRock, including Goldman Sachs Group, Wells Fargo & Co., Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase & Co. The Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) coalition — a United Nations–sponsored collection of financial services companies that have pledged to negate their portfolio's greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or s...[+3199 chars] 2025-01-13T23:44:19 ‘A Huge Win': Woke Climate Cartel Goes Belly Up Owen Klinsky https://dailycaller.com/2025/01/13/a-huge-win-woke-climate-cartel-goes-belly-up https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-872152352-scaled-e1736809906269.jpg US en Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) has suspended activities after investment firm BlackRock announced its exit from the group. BlackRock manages over $10 trillion and has been a leader in environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing. Other financial services had left NZAM prior to BlackRock's Thursday exit, including Goldman Sachs Group, Wells Fargo & Co., Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase & Co. The Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) coalition — a United Nations–sponsored collection of financial services companies that have pledged to negate their portfolio's greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or s...[+2466 chars] 2025-01-13T23:13:24 NZAM Coalition Hits Pause Amid U.S. Political Backlash Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3223718-nzam-coalition-hits-pause-amid-us-political-backlash https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_18_00_51_6514463.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Net-Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative, formed to align the asset management industry with global climate goals, announced a suspension of activities this Monday. The decision follows the high-profile exit of BlackRock, the world's largest investment firm, citing political pressures from the United States. The Net-Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative, formed to align the asset management industry with global climate goals, announced a suspension of activities this Monday. The decision follows the high-...[+730 chars] 2025-01-13T23:00:22 Asset Backed Securitizer Report (Form ABS 15G) (The Bank of Nova Scotia) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Asset_Backed_Securitizer_Report_Form_ABS_15G_The_Bank_of_Nov https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/[] US en Check the appropriate box to indicate the filing obligation to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (USSEC) (Washington, D.C. 20549). ABS-15GASSET-BACKED SECURITIZERREPORT is required to comply with Section 15G of the SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT of 1934. ) UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWashington, D.C. 20549FORM ABS-15GASSET-BACKED SECURITIZERREPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15G OFTHE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934Check the appropriate box...[+37 chars] 2025-01-13T22:30:00 Mason Resources Announces Closing of Private Placement Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mason-resources-announces-closing-private-223000392.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/f22c0fe407775e3f6dce1cf334cb9e01 US en Mason Resources Inc. has closed its previously announced non-brokered private placement financing of units of the Company. The Company issued 28,000,000 units at a price of $0.05 per Unit for gross proceeds of $1,400,000. Mr. Fahad Al Tamimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors, subscribed to 6,980,000 Units under the Offering, increasing his ownership stake to 19.2%. The net proceeds will be used for general corporate and working capital purposes. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - January 13, 2025) - Mason Resources Inc. (TSXV: LLG) (OTCQX: MGPHF) (""Mason"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce that it has closed its previously announced no...[+6701 chars]" 2025-01-13T21:51:00 Resolution adopted by shareholders without convening a general meeting Jan. 13, 2025 21:51 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6014298 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en The Management Board of AS Tallinna Vesi submitted to the shareholders the proposal for the resolution to be adopted by shareholders without convening an extraordinary general meeting. The resolution was adopted by a majority vote of 78,86%. The Record of Voting will be made available on the Company's website on 20.01.2025 at the latest. The Management Board of AS Tallinna Vesi (hereinafter the Company) submitted to the shareholders the proposal for the resolution set out below to be adopted by shareholders without convening an extrao...[+1545 chars] 2025-01-13T21:48:35 Wall Street Climate Group Net Zero Suspends Activities Following BlackRock's Exit John Carney https://www.breitbart.com/economy/2025/01/13/wall-street-climate-group-net-zero-suspends-activities-following-blackrocks-exit https://media.breitbart.com/media/2025/01/GettyImages-1361391223-e1736804896426-640x335.jpg US en The Net Zero Asset Managers initiative, a coalition of investment behemoths turned self-proclaimed climate warriors, is in trouble. BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager with $11.5 trillion under management, left the alliance this week, citing 'confusion over the initiative's climate efforts' and rising legal scrutiny from Republican lawmakers. The alliance was launched in late 2020, amid the ESG craze, the Black Lives Matter movement, and pandemic lockdowns. Its lofty promise was to push financial powerhouses toward achieving net zero emissions by mid-century, but with the political winds shifting, that dream is on ice. The Net Zero Asset Managers initiative—a coalition of investment behemoths turned self-proclaimed climate warriors—hit a wall this week after BlackRock's dramatic exit forced it to suspend operations....[+3511 chars] 2025-01-13T21:35:00 HKICPA participates in the Asian Financial Forum 2025: Explores new growth engines in global sustainability Jan. 13, 2025 21:35 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6014281 https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/587057/Photo-1.jpg TW en "The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) is participating in the two-day ""Asian Financial Forum 2025"" from today (13 January to 14 January) to promote Hong Kong's sustainable development and the implementation of the HKFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards. The Institute set up a booth at the venue to showcase the Institute's journey in setting the SDS, and took part in the InnoVenture Salon to provide one-on-one consultations to start-ups in the area of sustainability. " "Media OutReach Jan. 13, 2025 21:35 HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 January 2025 - The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) is participating in the two-day ""Asian F...[+7375 chars]" 2025-01-13T21:32:33 Newmont Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results Conference Call Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/newmont-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-conference-call https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250113247127r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Newmont Corporation will release its full year and fourth quarter 2024 results after North American markets close on Thursday, February 20, 2025. A conference call to discuss the results will be held at 5:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time the same day. A replay of the webcast will be available through the Company's website on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 9:30 a.m., AEDT. DENVER — Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM, TSX: NGT, ASX: NEM, PNGX: NEM) will release its full year and fourth quarter 2024 results after North American markets close on Thursday, February 20, 2025. A ...[+255 chars] 2025-01-13T21:31:42 Capstone Copper Announces Appointment of Rick Coleman to the Board of Directors Business Wire https://www.postregister.com/businessreport/government/capstone-copper-announces-appointment-of-rick-coleman-to-the-board-of-directors/article_7560932a-9274-543a-bc15-ca559f1db574.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/postregister.com/content/tncms/custom/image/4068e7d6-95c3-11e8-b459-6357fa7ccc06.png?resize=600%2C313 US en Rick Coleman will be appointed to the Board of Directors of the Company effective January 15, 2025. Capstone Copper Corp. (TSX:CS) (ASX:CSC) is based in Vancouver, British Columbia and trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange. "VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 13, 2025-- Capstone Copper Corp. ('Capstone' or the 'Company') (TSX:CS) (ASX:CSC) today announced that Mr. Rick Coleman will be appointed to the Board...[+56 chars]" 2025-01-13T21:28:08 Jospong Group pledges support for government's 24-Hour economy initiative https://www.myjoyonline.com/jospong-group-pledges-support-for-governments-24-hour-economy-initiative https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3-7.jpg GH en This year's Jospong Leadership Conference is themed 'Transformation through Leadership' and aims to inspire business sustainability, foster positive work ethics, and explore leadership's role in driving impactful change. Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong, the Executive Chairman of the JGC, reaffirmed his company's commitment to collaborating with the government to create jobs for Ghanaian youth and drive national development. He stressed the importance of innovation and green initiatives as critical pillars for JGC's growth. He also announced plans to expand the company's operations globally, revealing that a new office in Kenya would open soon. The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong has reaffirmed his company's commitment to collaborating with the government to create jobs for Ghanaian youth a...[+4009 chars] 2025-01-13T21:15:00 S&W Seed Company Commencing Strategic Alternatives Review Process PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/w-seed-company-commencing-strategic-211500279.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/fe9aaab4b04eeb5b2732e1cec67fc426 US en The Board of Directors of S&W Seed Company is commencing a process to explore and evaluate various strategic alternatives to enhance shareholder value. The Committee is being advised by Rabobank Securities Inc. as the financial advisor and Cooley LLP as legal counsel. The Board has not set a timetable for completion of the process. "LONGMONT, Colo., Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S&W Seed Company (Nasdaq: SANW) (""S&W Seed"" or the ""Company""), today announced that its Board of Directors (the ""Board"") of the Company is commencing a p...[+5056 chars]" 2025-01-13T21:15:00 S&W Seed Company Commencing Strategic Alternatives Review Process S&W Seed Company https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/industry/otc_smallcap/s-w-seed-company-commencing-strategic-alternatives-review-process/article_b492ba57-3a27-59ed-a8bf-ff985d2903df.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/a/cc/acc37ace-0092-5833-ab18-7504962e3def/678585e507080.image.jpg?crop=1800%2C945%2C0%2C2&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en S&W Seed Company's Board of Directors is commencing a process to explore and evaluate various strategic alternatives in an effort to enhance shareholder value. S&W Seeds is a publicly traded company based in Denver, Colorado and listed on the Nasdaq: SANW. "LONGMONT, Colo., Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S&W Seed Company (Nasdaq: SANW) (""S&W Seed"" or the ""Company""), today announced that its Board of Directors (the ""Board"") of the Company is commencing a p...[+138 chars]" 2025-01-13T21:15:00 Regulatory dilemma: Where are telecom listings on DSE? https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/regulatory-dilemma-where-are-telecom-listings-on-dse--4887934 https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/resource/blob/4887956/f23ee16dc99b1e4110be52027e244e0c/dse-pic-data.jpg TZ en Tanzanian stock market is waiting for some telecommunication companies to comply with the legal requirement to list on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange. Vodacom Tanzania PLC is the only mobile network operator to have complied as of January 2025. The intent behind mandatory listing was to broaden local ownership of the telecommunications sector. "Dar es Salaam. The Tanzanian stock market is still waiting for some telecommunication companies to comply with the legal requirement to list on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE). In line with the...[+8698 chars]" 2025-01-13T21:00:32 Xcel Energy Announces Investor Relations Leadership Transition Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/xcel-energy-announces-investor-relations-leadership-transition/article_02283f73-18a7-5195-aa93-43992d4fc3b9.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Roopesh Aggarwal has been named vice president of Investor Relations at Xcel Energy. Paul Johnson is retiring from the company after more than 40 years of service, most recently as vice president, Treasury and Investor Relations. He will be succeeded by Roopesh. Xcel Energy today announced that Roopesh Aggarwal has been named vice president of Investor Relations, succeeding Paul Johnson, who is retiring from the company after more than 40 years of service, mo...[+63 chars] 2025-01-13T20:57:55 LIBERTY ALL-STAR® Growth Fund, Inc. Declares Distribution PR Newswire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/liberty-all-star-growth-fund-inc-declares-distribution/article_70d044ed-ad17-5173-a279-6740a6c68c1b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Liberty All-Star Growth Fund, Inc. has declared a $0.12 per share distribution for March 10, 2025 to shareholders of record on January 24, 2025. The final determination of the source of all distributions in 2025 for tax reporting purposes will be made after year-end. BOSTON, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Liberty All-Star Growth Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ASG) has declared a distribution of $0.12 per share payable on March 10, 2025 to shareholders ...[+1127 chars] 2025-01-13T20:25:00 What to watch for in Wyoming's upcoming legislative session David Velazquez https://trib.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/wyoming-statehouse-freedom-caucus/article_7f3c9124-d1e9-11ef-9c77-d35134653e47.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/trib.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/f3/7f3c9124-d1e9-11ef-9c77-d35134653e47/678573640ea28.preview.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Wyoming's State Capitol will convene on Tuesday to pass new laws. The Freedom Caucus will take a majority of seats in the chamber and leadership roles. More than 260 bills are on the docket. The last day for bills to be introduced forward in the Senate is Jan. 29 and Feb. 3 in the House. The caucus wants to pass certain bills in record time. "Wyoming's State Capitol will spring back into action on Tuesday when legislators from across the state gather to pass new laws. This session will see a shake up in the House of Representatives as the ...[+4902 chars]" 2025-01-13T19:35:49 EIF Pledges €20M to SG Capital Baltic Private Credit Fund for SME Growth in Baltics archyde https://www.archyde.com/eif-pledges-e20m-to-sg-capital-baltic-private-credit-fund-for-sme-growth-in-baltics https://static.lsm.lv/media/2023/04/large/1/knnv.jpg US en The European Investment Fund (EIF) has pledged €20 million to the SG Capital Baltic Private Credit Fund. The initiative aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-cap companies across Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. The fund is expected to reach its first closing by April 2025. 15% of its investments will be directed toward projects that meet stringent climate action and environmental sustainability criteria. "The European‌ Investment Fund (EIF) has pledged​ its⁣ support to‍ the SG Capital baltic Private Credit Fund, a groundbreaking initiative designed to bolster small⁣ and ⁤medium-sized enterprises ( SMEs...[+6139 chars]" 2025-01-13T19:20:56 Amazon joins other companies in scaling back DEI programs Straight Arrow News https://www.stltoday.com/partners/video-elephant/news/amazon-joins-other-companies-in-scaling-back-dei-programs/video_c1ed2563-3940-52f5-9c8b-ba66f8ac1177.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/stltoday.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/1e/c1ed2563-3940-52f5-9c8b-ba66f8ac1177/6786968814c6d.image.jpg?crop=1920%2C1008%2C0%2C35&resize=438%2C230&order=crop%2Cresize US en Amazon is scaling back some of its DEI initiatives. Other companies are also making similar moves in light of political scrutiny. iReport.com will keep you updated on Amazon's DEI changes as they come out. iReport will keep everyone informed. Amazon is scaling back some of its DEI initiatives, joining a list of major companies making similar moves in light of political scrutiny. 2025-01-13T19:00:34 American Airlines Can't Invest 401Ks in Socialist ESG M Dowling https://www.independentsentinel.com/american-airlines-cant-invest-401ks-in-socialist-esg https://www.independentsentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/airport-5387490_640.jpg US en Pilots sued American Airlines for taking their 401(k) funds and putting them into little-to-no-profit, Marxist ESG investments. A Texas federal judge ruled that the airline violated federal law by pursuing Marxist goals with 401Ks. It is the most significant victory so far against these socialist investments. "American Airlines will have to pay for taking investors' funds and putting them into little-to-no-profit, Marxist ESG investments. An expert witness for the pilots testified that BlackRock's May 2021 ...[+1922 chars]" 2025-01-13T18:38:10 American Airlines Mismanaged Employees' Retirement Funds by Investing in ESG, Court Rules Naveen Athrappully https://www.theepochtimes.com/business/american-airlines-mismanaged-employees-retirement-funds-by-investing-in-esg-court-rules-5790994 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2024/12/26/id5781974-American-Airlines-GettyImages-2189090815-1080x720.jpg US en A district court ruled that American Airlines failed to prioritize the financial interests of its employees' retirement funds by enabling fund managers to pursue environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investments. ESG investments often underperform traditional investments by roughly 10 percent. BlackRock had managed roughly $11 billion worth of assets under American Airlines' employee retirement plan by the end of 2022. A district court has ruled that American Airlines failed to prioritize the financial interests of its employees' retirement funds by enabling fund managers to pursue environmental, social, and governa...[+4389 chars] 2025-01-13T18:28:40 24-Hour economy can harness job creation, propel national development - Dr. Adjepong https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/24-Hour-economy-can-harness-job-creation-propel-national-development-Dr-Adjepong-1967235 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/841/84152436.jpg GH en Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong is the Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC). He spoke at the opening ceremony of JGC's Leadership Conference on Monday, January 13, 2025, at the Pentecost Conference Centre in Gomoa, Central Region. The conference is themed 'Transformation through Leadership' and runs until January 17, 2025. "Business News of Monday, 13 January 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, has reiterated his company's unwavering comm...[+1636 chars]" 2025-01-13T18:07:46 Exclusive: Investor climate group suspends activities after BlackRock exit Simon Jessop https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/investor-climate-group-suspends-activities-after-blackrock-exit-2025-01-13 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/7FYACZPOAJIXZGZE73BLOOKPLI.jpg?auth=daed0e355f0f4fa4cd3882a2ab96cc109a5f1188318100af82d2acc6006fa546&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Net-Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative is suspending its activities on Monday. It is the flagship coalition aimed at aligning the asset management industry with global climate goals. BlackRock, the world's biggest investor, left the initiative on Jan. 9, citing confusion over its climate efforts and legal inquiries. LONDON/BOSTON, Jan 13 (Reuters) - A flagship coalition aimed at aligning the asset management industry with global climate goals said it was suspending its activities on Monday, days after BlackRock (...[+3472 chars] 2025-01-13T18:04:54 Black Rock latest to leave Net Zero Alliance Bethany Blankley https://www.todayville.com/black-rock-latest-to-leave-net-zero-alliance https://i0.wp.com/www.todayville.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tvrd-ls-blackrock-image-2024-03-21.jpg?fit=640%2C393&ssl=1 US en Blackrock is the latest company to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan were the first to withdraw from the alliance. The House Judiciary Committee is investigating more than 60 US-based asset managers' involvement in the alliance, including Blackrock, Inc., JP Morgan Asset Management, Rockefeller Asset Management and State Street Global Advisors. "By Bethany Blankley Blackrock Inc. is the latest to announce it has left a United Nations-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), among several within one month and not soon after Donald Trump was el...[+9889 chars]" 2025-01-13T17:41:26 Judge finds American Airlines liable in ESG investing case Jordan Wolman https://www.eenews.net/articles/judge-finds-american-airlines-liable-in-esg-investing-case https://www.eenews.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/eenewslogo-sqaure.jpg US en American Airlines violated federal law by using an investment manager that incorporated environmental, social and governance goals in its management of the company's retirement plan. The company breached its fiduciary duty 'by failing to loyally act solely' in the best financial interests of the retirement plan's more than 100,000 beneficiaries. American Airlines violated federal law by enlisting an investment manager that incorporated environmental, social and governance goals in its management of the company's retirement plan, a federal jud...[+795 chars] 2025-01-13T17:37:10 ESG calls for more information on climate strategy roll out https://www.gbc.gi/news/esg-calls-more-information-climate-strategy-roll-out https://www.gbc.gi/uploads/news/fgQWC_JANET_13.0.25.jpg GI en The Environmental Safety Group wants more transparency on how the climate strategy is being rolled out locally. 2024 was the hottest year on record, according to recent statistics. ESG is among local environmentalists commenting on how so called 'climate breakdown' is affecting their own community. "The Environmental Safety Group believes that we need more transparency and information on how the climate strategy is being rolled out locally. With recent statistics showing that 2024 was the hottest...[+137 chars]" 2025-01-13T17:21:00 ASEAN Members Should Focus On Sustainable Development As A Group Zarul Effendi https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2382106 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/ace4d1dd52f419bc6a1a5426d5f3050e670a4bafc1fa9 MY en Jeffrey D Sachs is a world-renowned economics professor at Columbia University. He is calling for ASEAN to focus more on sustainable development as a group, integrating economic growth with technological advances and social inclusion. Sachs is speaking at the AWSD Workshop on Sustainable Development (AWSD 2025) here today. "By Zarul Effendi Razali and Abdul Hamid A Rahman PETALING JAYA, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- An economist has called for ASEAN country members to focus more on sustainable development as a group, integrating e...[+1644 chars]" 2025-01-13T17:06:00 ASEAN Must Strengthen Sustainability To Further Advance ASEAN Community Vision 2045 BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2382083 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/debd83b017d0c350ab0e51d1537a42a066f4de798472d MY en ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and its accompanying strategic plans are set to be adopted this year. It will provide a clear roadmap for accelerating sustainable development in the region. For the first time in ASEAN's history, it will adopt a 20-year vision. PETALING JAYA, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must strengthen its global leadership on sustainability to further advance the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 agenda which is expected to be finalised during Mala...[+1488 chars] 2025-01-13T16:46:38 Is DEI dying? Here's the list of companies that have rolled back the 'woke' policies Breck Dumas https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/is-dei-dying-here-s-the-list-of-companies-that-have-rolled-back-the-woke-policies/ar-BB1rnA6t US en "Most major U.S. corporations still have diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, but the list of companies that have rolled back the so-called ""woke"" initiatives continues to grow. Last year, a slew of firms announced cutbacks to their DEI programs following activist pressure, and the trend has continued into 2025. Ford is one of them. Robby Starbuck, the anti-woke activist and filmmaker, said he has no plans to end his mission." "Most major U.S. corporations still have diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, but the list of companies of late that have rolled back the so-called ""woke"" initiatives continues to grow.A sle...[+1832 chars]" 2025-01-13T16:34:36 Canadian companies are using social media to boost their ESG credibility, but investors aren't buying it Sean Cleary https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/uncategorized/2025/01/13/canadian-companies-are-using-social-media-to-boost-their-esg-credibility-but-investors-arent-buying-it https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/11/fb-og-image.png CA en Sean Cleary, BMO Professor of Finance, and Dhruv Baswal, PhD Candidate, Queen's University, Ontario, studied companies' social media posts on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues between 2015 and 2022 by Canadian firms in the S&P/TSX Composite Index as of June 15, 2022. They found that companies that posted about ESG matters were not reaping the rewards associated with strong ESG performance. This article was originally published on The Conversation, an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. Disclosure information is available on the origin...[+5927 chars] 2025-01-13T16:20:19 American Airlines ESG investing strategy violated federal law, judge rules The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/American_Airlines_ESG_investing_strategy_violated_federal_la https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/[] US en "A federal judge ruled that American Airlines unlawfully incorporated environmental and sustainable governance (ESG) factors into its employee retirement plan. He rejected a separate argument that the plan violated ERISA's prudence requirement, writing that the investments were in keeping with ""prevailing industry standards""" A federal judge in one of the country's most conservative district courts ruled Friday that American Airlines unlawfully incorporated environmental and sustainable governance (ESG) factors into its em...[+323 chars] 2025-01-13T16:17:05 SEC requires auditor fees disclosure for listed firms Ruelle Castro https://malaya.com.ph/business/corporate/sec-requires-auditor-fees-disclosure-for-listed-firms https://malaya.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/SEC1.jpg PH en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced new transparency rules. Listing companies and other corporations are required to disclose how much they are paying external auditors as part of the new rules. The guidelines apply to the annual financial statements of covered companies for the period ending December 31, 2024, and thereafter. Publicly listed companies and other corporations are now required to disclose how much they are paying external auditors as part of new transparency rules, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)...[+2243 chars] 2025-01-13T16:17:00 SEC orders listed firms to disclose auditor fees Earl John Alfaro https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/14/business/corporate-news/sec-orders-listed-firms-to-disclose-auditor-fees/2037934 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has required listed companies and other public interest entities to disclose fees paid to external auditors in their annual financial statements starting with the reporting period ending Dec. 31, 2024. The new requirement is mandated under SEC Memorandum Circular 18, series of 2024. THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has required listed companies and other public interest entities to disclose fees paid to external auditors in their annual financial statements (AFS) star...[+1805 chars] 2025-01-13T16:04:08 Cisco Systems A Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock And 2.7% Yield Dividend Channel https://www.forbes.com/sites/dividendchannel/2025/01/13/cisco-systems-a-top-socially-responsible-dividend-stock-and-27-yield https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67853932f96d4ba62f6b9ae5/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Cisco Systems has been named a Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock. The annualized dividend paid by Cisco Systems is $1.6/share, currently paid in quarterly installments. The most recent dividend ex-date was on 01/03/2025. Cisco Systems operates in the Manufacturing sector. Cisco Systems has been named a Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock by Dividend Channel, signifying a stock with above-average ''DividendRank'' statistics including a strong 2.7% yield, as well as ...[+1503 chars] 2025-01-13T16:00:00 SEC: Firms must disclose fees paid to external auditors Richmond Mercurio https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/01/14/2413952/sec-firms-must-disclose-fees-paid-external-auditors https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/01/13/2_2025-01-13_19-04-28.jpg PH en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is requiring publicly listed companies to disclose fees paid to their external auditors. The guidelines apply to the annual financial statements of companies for the period ending December 31, 2024 and thereafter. It covers public interest entities such as listed companies, issuers which have sold a class of its securities, and public companies or firms with assets of at least P50 million. MANILA, Philippines — To boost transparency and accountability in the reporting of financial and operational results, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is now requiring publicly listed comp...[+2451 chars] 2025-01-13T16:00:00 Climate reporting cutbacks 'would risk NZ reputation' Sam Sachdeva https://newsroom.co.nz/2025/01/14/climate-reporting-cutbacks-would-risk-nz-reputation https://i0.wp.com/newsroom.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-1435820180.jpg?fit=2120%2C1414&ssl=1 NZ en The proposal to cut the number of companies and funds required to report on their climate-related financial risk could undermine the country's standing as a global leader in the area, the Government has been warned. Listing companies with a market capitalisation of over $60 million and managers of investment schemes with over $1 billion under management are among those required to prepare annual statements. A proposal to slash the number of Kiwi companies and funds required to report on their climate-related financial risk could undermine the country's standing as a global leader in the area, the Governm...[+283 chars] 2025-01-13T15:55:06 Mason Capital complains about Grifols' transparency to Spanish regulator Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mason-capital-complains-grifols-transparency-155506641.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/122ce7849d86ede2c47d6dcc9d827d38 US en Mason Capital sent a letter to Spain's stock market regulator demanding more transparency from the embattled pharmaceutical company Grifols. The activist fund owns a 2.5% stake in the company. The CNMV declined to comment about the letter. In early January 2024, Grifol lost about a third of its value in a few hours after short seller Gotham City Research questioned its accounting and the size of its debt. MADRID (Reuters) - U.S.-based investment fund Mason Capital said on Monday it had sent a letter to Spain's stock market regulator CNMV demanding more transparency from the embattled pharmaceutical com...[+1293 chars] 2025-01-13T15:25:35 American Airlines ESG investing strategy violated federal law, judge rules Zack Budryk https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/5082221-federal-judge-rules-against-american-airlines-esg-strategy https://thehill.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/01/american_airlines_011123_AP.jpeg?w=1280 US en A federal judge ruled Friday that American Airlines unlawfully incorporated environmental and sustainable governance (ESG) factors into its employee retirement plan. Judge Reed O'Connor of the Northern District of Texas ruled the airline violated its fiduciary duty of loyalty by letting asset manager BlackRock weigh environmental factors in 401k funds. A federal judge in one of the country's most conservative district courts ruled Friday that American Airlines unlawfully incorporated environmental and sustainable governance (ESG) factors into its em...[+2090 chars] 2025-01-13T15:00:00 S2G Ventures Announces Rebrand to S2G Investments and New Visual Identity S2G Investments https://daily-journal.com/online_features/press_releases/s2g-ventures-announces-rebrand-to-s2g-investments-and-new-visual-identity/article_0143ed32-a875-5918-bdd2-02c5068d48e6.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/daily-journal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/b1/9b1439ae-2e80-5ab5-ac86-f4f23dd01fe3/678620e82fd25.image.jpg?crop=1440%2C756%2C0%2C342&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en S2G Ventures has changed its name to S2G Investments. The firm is a multi-stage investment firm focused on the food & agriculture, oceans, and energy sectors. It has also unveiled a refreshed logo and visual identity that better reflects its investment focus. "CHICAGO, /PRNewswire/ -- S2G Ventures (""S2G""), a multi-stage investment firm focused on the food & agriculture, oceans, and energy sectors, today announced it has changed its name to S2G Investments. ...[+150 chars]" 2025-01-13T14:49:35 Decision on Grenfell Tower demolition to be made within weeks Rachael Burford https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/decision-grenfell-tower-demolition-angela-rayner-b1204510.html https://static.standard.co.uk/2024/10/31/13/2583c29bec97c34f1de6de1cdce62f23Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzMwNDY0NjI5-2.77339837.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75 GB en """She wants to set out a clear path ahead to bring transparency to the decision-making. She wants to ensure your voices are heard and that you have information about the approach before the decision is made. ""She wants you to have information before it is made."" " """As part of this, she wishes to set out a clear path ahead to bring transparency to the decision-making. She wants to ensure your voices are heard and that you have information about the approach to t...[+30 chars]" 2025-01-13T14:37:32 ECB Launches Presence on Bluesky Amid Musk's Political Maneuvering Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/politics/3223297-ecb-launches-presence-on-bluesky-amid-musks-political-maneuvering https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/05_06_2024_22_02_21_8610345.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The European Central Bank has announced its presence on Bluesky, a micro-blogging platform. It is part of the ECB's initiative to expand its social media reach. Bluesky is among several networks challenging X's dominance following Elon Musk's acquisition and subsequent political maneuvers. "The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced its presence on Bluesky, a budding micro-blogging platform, as Elon Musk's X platform, formerly Twitter, increasingly draws political attention. This stra...[+624 chars]" 2025-01-13T14:30:40 Major real estate company expected to list on EGX within weeks https://www.egypttoday.com/Article/3/137659/Major-real-estate-company-expected-to-list-on-EGX-within https://www.egypttoday.com/siteimages/larg/35307.jpg EG en The Egyptian Stock Exchange is preparing to list a real estate company in the coming weeks. The exchange is also preparing to launch a new sustainability index in mid-2025. The new listings are part of a broader strategy to attract more investments and enhance Egypt's position in global markets. Cairo – January 13, 2025: The Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX) is gearing up for an important new listing, with a prominent private sector real estate company set to be listed in the coming weeks, as rev...[+886 chars] 2025-01-13T14:00:54 Scope 3 emissions investment disclosure crucial for institutional investors: report https://www.benefitscanada.com/canadian-investment-review/strategies/scope-3-emissions-investment-disclosure-crucial-for-institutional-investors-report https://www.benefitscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2021/04/11313202_xl-1.jpg CA en Institutional investors are less likely to include Scope 3 emissions as part of their disclosure strategy for environmental assets, according to a new report by UN's Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance. Scope 3 is used to measure the impact caused indirectly by a firm through its value chain, compared to Scope 1 and 2, which are more closely aligned with the direct actions of a corporation. "By: Staff January 13, 2025 January 9, 2025 09:00 Institutional investors are facing significant barriers to including Scope 3 emissions as part of their disclosure strategy for environmental assets, a...[+4015 chars]" 2025-01-13T13:54:00 Elis: Disclosure of the number of shares forming the capital and of the total number of voting rights as of 31 12 2024 Elis https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/elis-disclosure-number-shares-forming-135400121.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globe_newswire_uk_374/a75edc07219aa6ef6f63ef5276a8dba8 US en There are 236,664,445 shares forming the capital of Elis as of 31 December 2024. Theoretical number of voting rights is 269,859,609. The number of exercisable voting rights are 269,674,754. The disclosure is on the Elis web site. "DECLARATION DU NOMBRE D'ACTIONS COMPOSANT LE CAPITALET DU NOMBRE TOTAL DE DROITS DE VOTE AU 31 DECEMBRE 2024 Article L. 233-8-II du Code de CommerceArticle 223-16 du Règlement général de l'AMF Nombre ...[+860 chars]" 2025-01-13T13:54:00 Elis: Disclosure of the number of shares forming the capital and of the total number of voting rights as of 31 12 2024 Elis https://finance.yahoo.com/news/elis-disclosure-number-shares-forming-135400129.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/801cb69ae6ad17e21bee2581a3dc16d3 US en There are 236,664,445 shares forming the capital of Elis as of 31 December 2024. Theoretical number of voting rights is 269,859,609. The number of exercisable voting rights are 269,674,754. The disclosure is on the Elis web site. "DECLARATION DU NOMBRE D'ACTIONS COMPOSANT LE CAPITALET DU NOMBRE TOTAL DE DROITS DE VOTE AU 31 DECEMBRE 2024 Article L. 233-8-II du Code de CommerceArticle 223-16 du Règlement général de l'AMF Nombre ...[+892 chars]" 2025-01-13T13:51:07 HKICPA participates in the Asian Financial Forum 2025: Explores new growth engines in global sustainability Media Outreach Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/13/tmt-newswire/media-outreach-newswire/hkicpa-participates-in-the-asian-financial-forum-2025-explores-new-growth-engines-in-global-sustainability/2037922 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/13/513745.jpg PH en "The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) is participating in the two-day ""Asian Financial Forum 2025"" from today (13 January to 14 January) to promote Hong Kong's sustainable development and the implementation of the HKFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards. The Institute set up a booth at the venue and took part in the InnoVenture Salon to provide one-on-one consultations to start-ups in sustainability. " "HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 January 2025 - The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) is participating in the two-day ""Asian Financial Forum 2025"" from today (13...[+5845 chars]" 2025-01-13T13:38:09 HKICPA participates in the Asian Financial Forum 2025: Explores new growth engines in global sustainability Media Outreach https://www.indexjournal.com/news/business/hkicpa-participates-in-the-asian-financial-forum-2025-explores-new-growth-engines-in-global-sustainability/article_3b8cc807-ce58-5e9b-b646-f7b3f8ee7f0d.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/indexjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/6/3c/63c2b4b6-801f-53b9-bb1d-4796894c230c/678519f4d6fe5.image.jpg?crop=1024%2C538%2C0%2C408&resize=1024%2C538&order=crop%2Cresize US en "The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) is participating in the two-day ""Asian Financial Forum 2025"" from today (13 January to 14 January) to promote Hong Kong's sustainable development and the implementation of the HKFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards. The HKICPA set up a booth at the venue to showcase the Institute's journey in setting the SDS and took part in the InnoVenture Salon to provide one-on-one consultations to start-ups in the area of sustainability." "HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 January 2025 - The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) is participating in the two-day ""Asian Financial Forum 2025"" from today (13...[+908 chars]" 2025-01-13T13:38:02 HKICPA participates in the Asian Financial Forum 2025: Explores new growth engines in global sustainability https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/edward-au-7a1cad3a1de7d122577af42bf2b6f494 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/7eb5c01/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1024x576+0+390/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F67%2Fb1%2Fff9ce180568b267cde2987664fcf%2Fc7a73ff4ff733e42c4808b818f827721 US en The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) is participating in the two-day 'Asian Financial Forum 2025' from today (13 January to 14 January) to promote Hong Kong's sustainable development and the implementation of the HKFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards. The Institute set up a booth at the venue to showcase the Institute's journey in setting the SDS, and took part in the InnoVenture Salon to provide one-on-one consultations to start-ups in the area of sustainability. "HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 January 2025 - The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) is participating in the two-day 'Asian Financial Forum 2025"" from today (13...[+5435 chars]" 2025-01-13T13:38:00 Suits & Sayings: Turning a new leaf ET Bureau https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/suits-sayings-turning-a-new-leaf/articleshow/117200649.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117201143,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-27232,overlay-etpanache/articleshow.jpg IN en At least four executives have left the India office of a renowned global private equityshop. The young boss was informed over the holiday season about the firm's decision. A woman from New York is coming home to help reviving the business. The organization has nurtured some of the finest talents in the industry and well-wishers are hoping it bounces back. "Turning A New Leaf We don't know why a smattering of survivors at the India office of this renowned global private equity shop became a bugbear for someone at headquarters, but it's been a tumultuous ...[+792 chars]" 2025-01-13T13:31:49 Can the UK Be Saved? The Proposed CAN Act Shows How Submissive the Nation Has Become to Those Who Would Destroy It. Thomas J Shepstone https://energysecurityfreedom.substack.com/p/can-the-uk-be-saved-the-proposed https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F3f601431-625f-4e80-89b0-a31d925bb45b_2034x1414.heic US en A proposed piece of legislation called the 'Climate and Nature Bill' is being considered by the UK House of Commons. It is an act of submission to the will of globalist forces, international corporatism, and control by others. The last version of the bill may be found here. A proposed piece of legislation called the 'Climate and Nature Bill,' or the 'CAN Act' for short. It is being considered by the UK House of Commons, and it appears to have substantial support. It is, ...[+6397 chars] 2025-01-13T13:26:07 WSP to Launch 2025-2027 Global Strategic Action Plan and Host Investor Day https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/13/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/wsp-to-launch-2025-2027-global-strategic-action-plan-and-host-investor-day/2037790 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/13/513601.jpg PH en WSP Global Inc. will launch its 2025-2027 Global Strategic Action Plan on February 12, 2025. The hybrid Investor Day will be held on February 13, 2025, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, to discuss the Corporation's new three-year ambitions. This event will include insights from several key WSP leaders. "MONTREAL, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WSP Global Inc. (TSX: WSP) (""WSP"" or the ""Corporation""), one of the world's leading and largest professional services firms, will launch its 2025-2027 Globa...[+3728 chars]" 2025-01-13T13:16:44 Stingray to Release its Financial Results for the Third Quarter of Fiscal 2025 Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Stingray_to_Release_its_Financial_Results_for_the_Third_Quar https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-YklxwVSXqQ/0.jpg US en Stingray Group Inc. will release its financial results for 2015 on January 13, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RAY.A; RAYB.A and RYB.B). MONTREAL, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stingray Group Inc. (TSX: RAY.A; RAY.B) will release its financial results for 2025-01-13T13:16:44 Black Diamond Group Limited Launches Automatic Share Purchase Program Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Black_Diamond_Group_Limited_Launches_Automatic_Share_Purchas_9 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/m3bQZDd9tq0/0.jpg US en Black Diamond Group Limited (TSX:BDI, OTCQX: BDIMF) is a company based in Alberta, Canada. It's a publicly traded company with a market capitalization of $1.2 billion.  "CALGARY, Alberta , Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Diamond Group Limited (the 'Company' or 'Black Diamond') (TSX:BDI, OTCQX:BDIMF)" 2025-01-13T13:16:43 EnviroGold Global Closes Upsized Strategic Unit Offering to Raise $4.1 Million�and Announces Appointment of New Director Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/EnviroGold_Global_Closes_Upsized_Strategic_Unit_Offering_to_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/N5EtSkTG1zI/0.jpg US en EnviroGold Global Closes Upsized Strategic Unit Offering to Raise $4.1 million and Announces Appointment of New Director. The company also appoints a new director. The new director will be responsible for the new strategic unit. EnviroGold Global Closes Upsized Strategic Unit Offering to Raise $4.1 Million and Announces Appointment of New Director 2025-01-13T13:03:00 Black Rock latest to leave Net Zero Alliance Bethany Blankley https://www.mdjonline.com/neighbor_newspapers/news/national/black-rock-latest-to-leave-net-zero-alliance/article_687dac1b-4585-54b8-bf63-98db7fc0cb94.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/mdjonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/8e14a090-8f54-11e7-9a2a-7f0e56ddb42e.jpg?resize=600%2C400 US en Blackrock is the latest company to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Goldman Sachs was the first to withdraw from the alliance last month, followed by Wells Fargo and Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan. Blackrock and roughly 60 companies are being investigated by Congress for allegedly colluding as a 'woke ESG cartel' to impose radical environmental, social, and governance goals on American companies. (The Center Square) – Blackrock Inc. is the latest to announce it has left a United Nations-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), among several within one month and not soon after Donald Trump was ...[+440 chars] 2025-01-13T13:03:00 Black Rock latest to leave Net Zero Alliance Bethany Blankley https://tylerpaper.com/news/national/black-rock-latest-to-leave-net-zero-alliance/article_29571f40-0c5e-5068-b768-a3f8a8bc3f07.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/tylerpaper.com/content/tncms/custom/image/1d130320-7305-11e7-aad4-cf9f36fa6d1e.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Blackrock is the latest company to withdraw from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan left the alliance last month. The House Judiciary Committee is investigating more than 60 US-based asset managers' involvement in the alliance. (The Center Square) – Blackrock Inc. is the latest to announce it has left a United Nations-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), among several within one month and not soon after Donald Trump was ...[+3345 chars] 2025-01-13T12:56:10 How insurance innovation could unlock billions for nature-based climate solutions Mike Scott https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/how-insurance-innovation-could-unlock-billions-nature-based-climate-solutions-2025-01-13 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/HZJ5MIISEFP4JIZX3SNBJAQOM4.jpg?auth=f0d1f5b949b9c17271a01ab56ece58fce7178cda28e13943a3af771b897b80d9&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en According to PwC, 55% of the world's GDP is heavily or moderately dependent on nature. Annual investments in nature-based solutions need to increase from $200 billion to $542 billion by 2030 to tackle the planet's climate, biodiversity and land degradation crises. Voluntary carbon markets could be worth between $5 billion and $30 billion per year by 2030. The insurance industry could be key for expanding the voluntary carbon market and nature finance. "Summary UNEP says nature-based solutions need $542 billion a year by 2030, up from $200 billion today Voluntary carbon markets could channel $5–30 billion annually into nature-based solutions Insurers...[+7113 chars]" 2025-01-13T12:46:53 St James's Place picks Schroders for former Impax mandate Elliot Gulliver-Needham https://www.cityam.com/st-jamess-place-picks-schroders-for-former-impax-mandate https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sjp.jpg GB en St James's Place has awarded the mandate for its £5.2bn sustainability-focused fund to Schroders from 24 February. Impax lost the sole mandate for the fund at the end of last year and its stock price fell almost 25%. Impax also lost the co-management mandate for a £9.9bn Global Quality Unit Trust in October. "St James's Place has awarded the mandate for its £5.2bn sustainability-focused fund to Schroders, after tearing it away from Impax at the end of last year. The loss of the sole mandate of the St James...[+1643 chars]" 2025-01-13T12:46:51 Swedish real estate group SBB says creditor drops lawsuit Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sbb-bondholder-drops-lawsuit-against-084426228.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/4efa93b4439181f605030b7e3cd223d4 US en Hedge fund Fir Tree Partners will end legal proceedings against Swedish real estate group SBB. SBB's share price rose 5.8% by 1210 GMT on Monday. Fir Tree has since 2023 sought immediate debt repayment from SBB, citing what it said was a breach of a bond clause. STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Sweden's SBB said on Monday it had learned that one of its creditors, U.S. hedge fund Fir Tree Partners, will end remaining legal proceedings against the real estate group, boost...[+1570 chars] 2025-01-13T12:46:37 SEC orders firms to disclose fees for accountants VG Cabuag https://businessmirror.com.ph/2025/01/13/sec-orders-firms-to-disclose-fees-for-accountants https://businessmirror.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/BusinessMirror-KnowMore-2.jpg PH en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has required listed companies and other corporations with public interest to divulge the fees paid to their external auditors to enhance transparency and accountability in the reporting of their financial and operational results. The new regulation was contained in SEC Memorandum Circular No. 18, Series of 2024 issued last December 26. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has required listed companies and other corporations imbued with public interest to divulge the fees paid to their external auditors to enhance transparenc...[+3090 chars] 2025-01-13T12:33:37 Major real estate company expected to list on EGX within weeks Egypt Today https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Major_real_estate_company_expected_to_list_on_EGX_within_wee https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/[] US en The Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX) is gearing up for an important new listing. A prominent private sector real estate company is set to be listed in the coming weeks. Ahmed El-Sheikh, Chairman of the EGX, revealed this news to CNN. Cairo – January 13, 2025: The Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX) is gearing up for an important new listing, with a prominent private sector real estate company set to be listed in the coming weeks, as rev...[+37 chars] 2025-01-13T12:32:02 Capital Market: Popoola Charts Pan-African Vision At ESX Launch New Telegraph https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4040764/capital-market-popoola-charts-panafrican-vision-at-esx-launch.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Temi Popoola is the Group CEO of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group). He spoke at the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). Popoola emphasised the need for stronger regional collaboration, government-private sector synergy and innovative market solutions to unlock Africa's economic potential. Group CEO of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), Temi Popoola, has reiterated the transformative potential of Africas capital markets at the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). Spe...[+308 chars] 2025-01-13T12:00:00 Why ‘Cost Avoidance' Became an AI Buzzword for Holding Down Headcount Belle Lin https://www.wsj.com/articles/why-cost-avoidance-became-an-ai-buzzword-for-holding-down-headcount-319cb399 https://images.wsj.net/im-85178865/social US en Businesses are starting to link their artificial intelligence initiatives with paring back hiring plans, or so-called cost avoidance, in an effort to justify investing in the technology. Sixty-eight percent of business leaders said investor pressure to demonstrate returns on AI investments was 'important' or'very important' according to a survey by KPMG. "Businesses are starting to link their artificial intelligence initiatives with paring back hiring plans, or so-called cost avoidance, in an effort to justify investing in the technology. Questions hav...[+361 chars]" 2025-01-13T11:42:48 Cities Owing Eskom $5 Billion Test Investors' Goodwill Colleen Goko https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eskom-hard-won-recovery-tested-050000569.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/t8_u9uRAYIUe8j_t9srujA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NzQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_markets_842/a8f1dd22c1f878301e266927bda7439b US en Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is on the verge of turning its first profit in nearly a decade. State Street Liquidity Plc, JPMorgan Investment Management Inc, abrdn Plc and Thrivent Financial are among funds that added to holdings of its 2028 bonds in the latest quarter. The extra yield investors demand to own Eskom debt without a government guarantee is the lowest on record. (Bloomberg) -- A rare moment of investor goodwill for South Africa's most indebted company is being tested by its inability to collect a staggering $5 billion in unpaid bills from cities and towns acr...[+3690 chars] 2025-01-13T11:30:00 Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Completes Spin-Out, Consolidation and Name Change, To Commence Trading on the ASX https://finance.yahoo.com/news/southern-cross-gold-consolidated-completes-113000993.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/11aae14ab5103993e9b090fbed1862e9 US en Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. has completed the spin out of its uranium assets via a plan of arrangement. The Company's common shares are expected to resume trading on the TSX Venture Exchange on a post-Consolidation basis effective at the opening of the market on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 13, 2025 / Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd (""SXGC"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:SXGC)(ASX:SX2) is pleased to provide the following updates: SUA Holdings Limited - ...[+8549 chars]" 2025-01-13T11:03:28 Women In Senior Management: The More The Better MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Women_In_Senior_Management_The_More_The_Better https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/[] US en The securities regulations came into force ten years ago. It established a disclosure regime regarding the number and percentage of women sitting on a board of directors. The regulations also stated that the board should be made up of at least half of the executive board members are women. (MENAFN - The Conversation) Ten years after the securities regulations came into force, which established a disclosure regime regarding the number and percentage of women sitting on a board of 2025-01-13T10:59:05 Apple Board Pushes Against Diversity Rollback Call NDTV https://www.ndtv.com/video/apple-board-pushes-against-diversity-rollback-call-887860 https://c.ndtvimg.com/2025-01/6eaifbn4_tim-cook-reuters_160x120_13_January_25.jpg IN en Apple's board has called on investors to vote against a proposal to end its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes. It comes after a conservative group, the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), called on the technology giant to abolish its DEI policies. Apple's board has called on investors to vote against a proposal to end its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes. It comes after a conservative group, the National Center for Public Polic...[+155 chars] 2025-01-13T10:44:39 Footprint Trust seeks new trustees to support sustainable living on the Isle of Wight Laura Stitchbury https://onthewight.com/footprint-trust-seeks-new-trustees-to-support-sustainable-living-on-the-isle-of-wight https://onthewight.com/wp-content/socialmark-images/1736772512495068.jpg US en The Footprint Trust is looking for passionate individuals to join its Board of Trustees. Since its founding in 2002, the Trust has empowered thousands of Isle of Wight residents to reduce their energy and water usage, tackle fuel poverty, and stay warm and well. The Trust has become a cornerstone of the community, supporting sustainable living while making a real difference in people's lives. "The Footprint Trust, a charity dedicated to helping Islanders reduce their carbon footprint, is looking for passionate individuals to join its Board of Trustees. Since its founding in 2002, the Trust ...[+854 chars]" 2025-01-13T10:36:21 How transparent is your company? Our index will show which companies silence workers Fast Company https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/How_transparent_is_your_company_Our_index_will_show_which_co https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/[] US en Corporate America has a transparency problem. According to Deloitte Insights 2024 Global Human Capital Trends, 86% of leaders surveyed say that the more transparent the organization is, the greater the workforce trust. Yet the vast majority of people still do not trust corporate America. "Corporate America has a transparency problem. According to the Deloitte Insights 2024 Global Human Capital Trends, 86% of leaders surveyed "" say that the more transparent the organization is, the grea...[+39 chars]" 2025-01-13T10:01:37 Iveco Group earns the prestigious Platinum Medal in the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating Iveco Group N.V. https://www.eagletribune.com/region/iveco-group-earns-the-prestigious-platinum-medal-in-the-ecovadis-sustainability-rating/article_447d0b1c-9fe8-5e6f-91f5-d08c6fbc6376.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Iveco Group has been awarded the Platinum Medal by EcoVadis. Iveco ranks in the top 1% of over 150,000 companies assessed globally over the last year with a score of 85/100. The upgrade to Platinum highlights the Group's commitment to continuous improvement. Turin, 13 th January 2025. Iveco Group (EXM: IVG) announces that it has been awarded the Platinum Medal by EcoVadis, one of the foremost providers of business sustainability ratings worldwide. With a ...[+551 chars] 2025-01-13T10:00:00 The 5 biggest social impact and sustainability trends coming in 2025 Susan McPherson https://www.fastcompany.com/91258892/the-5-biggest-social-impact-and-sustainability-trends-coming-in-2025 https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit,w_1024,h_1024/wp-cms-2/2025/01/p-1-91258892-sustainability-and-social-impact.jpg US en The second Trump administration promises to create sharp headwinds against the progress that has flourished in recent years. Businesses face a far more complex combination of challenges today than during the first Trump administration, including economic upheaval and global conflicts, politicization of ESG and DEI, and a fractured media ecosystem that sows distrust. Corporate responsibility is long overdue for a watershed moment—a revolution that transforms the way we think about sustainability through the lens of value creation and shifts our understanding of so...[+929 chars] 2025-01-13T09:54:22 It's GOOD that BlackRock and JPMorgan are pulling away from ‘net zero' New York Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/it_8217s_good_that_blackrock_and_jpmorgan_are_pulling_away_f https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/[] US en JPMorgan and BlackRock have pulled out of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative. The city comptroller calls it a betrayal of the responsibility to address the climate crisis. BlackRock and JPMorgan have committed a breach of their responsibilities. "BlackRock and JPMorgan have committed "" a stark betrayal of the responsibility that they have in addressing the climate crisis "" by pulling out of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and Net Zero Asset Mana...[+40 chars]" 2025-01-13T09:54:16 Social Stock Exchange-catalyst For Societal Development PV Rao https://www.etvbharat.com/en/!opinion/social-stock-exchange-catalyst-for-societal-development-enn25011303381 https://etvbharatimages.akamaized.net/etvbharat/prod-images/13-01-2025/1200-675-23315322-688-23315322-1736761862924.jpg IN en Social Stock Exchanges (SSEs) offer investors an opportunity to align financial objectives with societal development. The first SSE was introduced in Brazil in 2003. SSEs are driving inclusive economic development, training and employment opportunities, clean energy initiatives, promoting fair and efficient trade practices, skill development, education initiatives, reducing inequalities, better governance and empowering communities. "By PV Rao, Director, Pennar Industries As the world faces numerous challenges like climate change, poverty, social injustice, and inequality, SSEs offer investors an opportunity to align financial obj...[+4703 chars]" 2025-01-13T09:09:00 Swiss urged to help the climate by eating more healthily Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss-politics/help-the-climate-by-eating-healthier/88711842 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/01/2250a404a44b7b582854f788f1b20ea8cbf6fbbb-88711370.jpg?ver=e58f3f18&fit=1200,900 CH en Switzerland has to reduce the carbon footprint of food by 25% by 2030 and by at least two-thirds by 2050. The government published new nutritional recommendations in September 2024. Greenpeace Switzerland and WWF Switzerland have analysed the extent to which this new food pyramid meets the government's objective. "+Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The government has set itself the target of reducing the carbon footprint of food by 25% by 2030 compared with 2020, and by at least two-thi...[+3875 chars]" 2025-01-13T09:04:00 Essex administrator outlines goals for year Stephen Hagan https://www.gloucestertimes.com/news/local_news/essex-administrator-outlines-goals-for-year/article_b440edd6-cf85-11ef-8fc8-139d5ee81ec6.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/gloucestertimes.com/content/tncms/custom/image/09cba638-d48d-11ed-9329-d74ff747ab4f.jpg?crop=99%2C99%2C204%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Brendhan Zubricki has created a more complete list of goals for the selectmen. The list includes the tasks needed to fulfill them in case someone else is needed to perform them. The town administrator has been developing the list since the start of the year. "ESSEX — Selectmen now have a host of objectives to consider after Town Administrator Brendhan Zubricki created a more complete list of goals. Zubricki has been developing a list of goals set by select...[+104 chars]" 2025-01-13T09:03:12 The Morning Briefing: SJP gives Schroders £5.2bn sustainable investment mandate and 2025, the year of independent advice Dan Cooper https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/692578-2 https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2023/08/18114845/mm-morning-briefing-featured-1.png GB en Schroders has been given a £5.2bn sustainable investment mandate by St James's Place. PensionBee has launched its new Climate Plan. P1 Investment Services has appointed Michelle Angell as senior client services and operations manager. The Income Protection Task Force has appointed several directors to a newly-formed board. "Good morning and welcome to your Morning Briefing for Monday 13 January 2025. To get this in your inbox every morning click here. SJP gives Schroders £5.2bn sustainable investment mandate Schroders ha...[+4853 chars]" 2025-01-13T08:59:31 Outlook 2025: Skretting CEO Bastiaan van Tilburg on transparency, digital strategies and power cuts Hanna Gezelius Correspondent https://www.intrafish.com/people/outlook-2025-skretting-ceo-bastiaan-van-tilburg-on-transparency-digital-strategies-and-power-cuts/2-1-1754274 https://images.dngroup.com/image/eyJ3IjoxMjAwLCJmIjoid2VicCIsImsiOiJhZjg2MjE4YTRhOTA1NDM5YTQ5ZTExYTJmY2JlMzlkZCIsImNyb3AiOlswLDQ2MSwxNjAwLDgwMV0sInIiOjIsIm8iOiJnbG9iYWwifQ NO en Skretting strives to be open and transparent about its achievements and what needs to be improved in its business and across the industry. Skretting's over-dependence on fish oil is an area of concern for the company's CEO Bastiaan van Tilburg. "Skretting strives to be open and transparent about our achievements, and also about what's not going well and needs to be improved in our business and across the industry, van Tilburg said. ""One area ...[+107 chars]" 2025-01-13T08:39:50 Finding Your Fit: How To Uncover A Company's True Culture https://www.forbesindia.com/article/insead/finding-your-fit-how-to-uncover-a-companys-true-culture/95048/1 https://images.forbesindia.com/media/images/2025/Jan/img_242212_shutterstock_572801575_bg.jpg IN en Nassim was offered a new role as strategy director at a start-up. Grazia left her HR leadership role at a large scale-up because the company culture wasn't the right one for her. She was harassed and mistreated by her boss. 1. Understand the company's values – and your own Be clear about your personal values and aspirations and ensure that the company's culture aligns with these. Look for signs of a supportive and inclus...[+7692 chars] 2025-01-13T08:22:48 SJP gives Schroders £5.2bn sustainable investment mandate Dan Cooper https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/schroders-given-5-2bn-sustainable-investment-mandate-by-sjp https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2020/12/14111513/Schroders-sustainable-investing.jpeg GB en Schroders has been given a £5.2bn sustainable investment mandate by UK wealth manager St James's Place. The allocation will be made by SJP's Sustainable & Responsible Equity (SRE) fund to a Schroders mandate that reflects SRE's Global Sustainable Value Equity and Global Sustainable Growth strategies. It is expected to transition during the first quarter of 2025. "Schroders has been given a £5.2bn sustainable investment mandate by UK wealth manager St James's Place (SJP). The allocation will be made by SJP's Sustainable & Responsible Equity (SRE) fund to a Schr...[+1833 chars]" 2025-01-13T08:18:02 US psychologists raise concerns over AI therapy chatbots, call for FTC probe Indian Express https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/US_psychologists_raise_concerns_over_AI_therapy_chatbots_cal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/[] US en The APA has demanded that AI companies should improve their AI technology to meet the needs of the APA's members.    ii for AI companies to improve AI technology. i for the AI companies. The APA has demanded that AI companies 2025-01-13T07:19:07 MUFG Bank enters sustainable-linked loan with Yusen Logistics Vietnam Nguyen Kim https://vir.com.vn/mufg-bank-enters-sustainable-linked-loan-with-yusen-logistics-vietnam-121108.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/012025/10/10/croped/mufg-bank-ltd-in-vietnam-entered-the-first-sustainable-linked-loan-with-yusen-logistics-vietnam-20250110104536.jpg?randTime=1736766592 VN en Representatives of MUFG Bank and Yusen Logistics signed a sustainability-linked loan on December 27. The company is aiming to decarbonise its operations through the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. MUFG introduced a number of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) financing solutions in Vietnam, ranging from green and social loans to green and sustainable deposits. "Representatives of MUFG Bank and Yusen Logistics took a photo at the signing ceremony on December 27 Yusen Logistics is a global provider of international freight forwarding and contract logistics ser...[+3487 chars]" 2025-01-13T07:11:32 Eco (Atlantic) Oil and Gas Ltd. Announces Company Incentive Plan https://apnews.com/press-release/accesswire/gil-holzman-alice-carroll-atlantic-ocean-colin-kinley-gadi-levin-41907f3856c3a441206ea6149110503c https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/fe6d4a1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/198x111+0+43/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F14%2F00%2F5b9cc43ce5a6ca37ad271c43e397%2F67da5bb5c8ba158f0b018489b8574b6d US en Eco Atlantic is an oil and gas exploration company with offshore license interests in Guyana, Namibia, and South Africa. The Company has issued 3,700,000 RSUs to certain Executive and Non-Executive Directors. It has also granted stock options to subscribe for 5,610,000 Common Shares at an exercise price of $CAD0.30 (£0.17) per Common Share. "ECO (ATLANTIC) OIL & GAS LTD. ('Eco,' 'Eco Atlantic,' 'Company,' or together with its subsidiaries, the 'Group') Company Incentive Plan - Grant of RSUs TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / January 13, 2025 / Ec...[+5250 chars]" 2025-01-13T07:10:42 Oil deal requires Gov't to formally write Exxon to request renegotiation- Dr. Adams Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/01/13/oil-deal-requires-govt-to-formally-write-exxon-to-request-renegotiation-dr-adams https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/01/Adams-1-150x150.png GY en The 2016 Production Sharing Agreement requires prior written consent of the Contractor for any amendments. President Ali, Bharrat Jagdeo and the Vice President refuse to write to ExxonMobil to ask for a renegotiation of the contract. According to the 2016 PSA, Exxon can deduct up to 75% of Guyana's oil monthly to cover its expenses. The remaining 25% is split with Guyana equally as profits, with the country earning an additional 2% as a royalty. "…says President Ali, VP Jagdeo cowardly refusing Kaieteur News- Although the 2016 Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) requires the prior written consent of the Contractor for any amendments, the Govern...[+3106 chars]" 2025-01-13T06:26:49 SEC mandates new disclosure rules for external auditor fees Manila Bulletin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/SEC_mandates_new_disclosure_rules_for_external_auditor_fees https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/[] US en The Securities and Exchange Commission has required publicly listed companies to disclose fees paid to their external auditors. The commission said this requirement is meant to protect the public's interest in the companies' affairs.   . in a statement. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has required publicly listed companies and other corporations with public interest to disclose fees paid to their external auditors.In a statement, the com...[+38 chars] 2025-01-13T05:35:11 Nigeria to support Ethiopias first securities exchange The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4039844/nigeria-to-support-ethiopias-first-securities-exchange.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Nigeria Exchange Group (NGX) Plc would use its six decades of continuous operations to shape the newly established Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) as part of collective efforts to deepen the economy. nigeria to support Ethiopia's first securities exchange. The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) Plc would use its six decades of continuous operations to shape the newly established Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) as part of collective efforts to deepenThe p...[+129 chars] 2025-01-13T05:17:23 Paul and reckless PPP governance Dr. Henry Jeffrey https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/01/13/paul-and-reckless-ppp-governance https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2017/11/letters-13-150x150.jpg GY en Professor Stanley A. V. Paul is calling for renegotiation of the 2016 Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) with ExxonMobil. He claims that it is a high-stakes gamble that could imperil Guyana's economic stability, investor confidence, and long-term growth trajectory. "Letters Dear Editor, Responding to calls for renegotiation of the 2016 Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) with ExxonMobil, Prof. Stanley A. V. Paul stated that consideration of such matters 'demand a ...[+7837 chars]" 2025-01-13T04:55:13 Japanese companies rush to up English-language disclosures in 2025 STAFF WRITER https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/01/13/markets/japan-ir-english https://www.japantimes.co.jp/japantimes/uploads/images/2025/01/13/442728.jpg?v=3.1 JP en PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Japan is teaming up with Takara Printing to help listed companies release English-language information from this month. PwC's primary goal is to improve the international credibility of companies and contribute to the growth of Japan's capital market. "Japanese companies are scrambling to improve English-language disclosures ahead of a requirement for many of them to publish financials more accessible to international investors. PricewaterhouseCoope...[+482 chars]" 2025-01-13T04:20:32 GTCOs N400.5bn Public Offer Undersubscribed by 48%, to Raise Fresh Capital Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4039614/gtcos-n4005bn-public-offer-undersubscribed-by-48-to-raise-fresh-capital.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc's N400.5 billion public offer was undersubscribed by 48 per cent, raising approximately N209.01 billion. Nume Ekeghe is the CEO of GTCO. He is also a writer. "Nume Ekeghe The Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has announced the outcome of its N400.5 billion public offer, which was undersubscribed by 48 per cent, raising approximately N209.01 billion ...[+30 chars]" 2025-01-13T04:09:41 NGX Group CEO seeks stronger regional collaboration at ESX launch Daily Trust https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4039401/ngx-group-ceo-seeks-stronger-regional-collaboration-at-esx-launch.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Temi Popoola is the Group CEO of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group). He spoke at the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) in Addis Ababa. He spoke about NGX's investment rationale and highlighted Ethiopia. The Group CEO of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), Temi Popoola, has called for a stronger regional collaboration, government-private sector synergy and innovative market solutions to unloc...[+222 chars] 2025-01-13T04:04:41 Apple board pushes against diversity rollback call BBC https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4039322/apple-board-pushes-against-diversity-rollback-call.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The tech giant has asked investors to reject a proposal from a conservative group to end its DEI policies, as it has asked them to reject the proposal from the conservative group. The group wants to end the DEI policy, which is not in line with its business practices. The tech giant has asked investors to reject a proposal from a conservative group to end its DEI policies. 2025-01-13T04:01:21 Temi Popoola charts Pan-African market vision at Ethiopian Securities Exchange launch Nairametrics https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4039294/temi-popoola-charts-panafrican-market-vision-at-ethiopian-securities-exchange-la.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Temi Popoola is the Group CEO of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group). He was speaking at the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). He talked about the transformative potential of African capital markets and the Pan-African market vision. Temi Popoola, Group CEO of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), reiterated the transformative potential of Africas capital markets at the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX).The post...[+118 chars] 2025-01-13T03:03:30 Standard Glass Lining IPO Share Listing Live: Stock off to strong start, debuts at 26% premium on BSE Saloni Goel https://www.livemint.com/market/ipo/standard-glass-lining-ipo-share-listing-live-gmp-experts-signal-strong-debut-of-shares-on-bse-nse-today-11736736908118.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/13/1600x900/MarketUnsplash2_1726746034704_1736737004198.jpg IN en Standard Glass Lining Technology shares are set to make their debut in the Indian stock market today. The initial public offering (IPO) of the company received strong investors' demand. The issue received a massive 182.57 times subscription in total. The shares will begin trading on BSE and NSE from 10:00 AM today. "Back 2 min read. Standard Glass Lining IPO Share Listing Live: Standard Glass Lining shares made a strong start on the bourses today, listing at a 26% premium on the BSE and 23% on the NSE. Standard G...[+3979 chars]" 2025-01-13T02:38:06 Big super to keep pushing companies on climate Hannah Wootton https://www.afr.com/policy/tax-and-super/big-super-to-keep-pushing-companies-on-climate-20241120-p5ks6k https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.4711%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_733%2C$y_171/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/acdf2fa34751a343f0cc51bab917fdbac18f276f AU en Superannuation fund investment bosses say tough new emissions reporting rules will bolster their push for companies to keep acting to prevent climate change. Donald Trump's election will likely undermine global pressure to decarbonise. For-profit retail funds historically do not drive change on environmental, social and governance issues as much as their member-owned industry rivals. Superannuation fund investment bosses say tough new emissions reporting rules will bolster their push for companies to keep acting to prevent climate change, even as consumer appetite for sustainable ...[+363 chars] 2025-01-13T02:32:45 Here's Why We Think Union Steel Holdings (SGX:ZB9) Is Well Worth Watching Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-think-union-steel-023245670.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/74db5b2b52669553535d137d21e22708 US en Union Steel Holdings (SGX:ZB9) has grown its earnings per share by 19% per year in the last three years. Union Steel Holdings has a market capitalisation of S$60m and its management and board of directors hold 77% of the company. Its CEO bought S$519k worth of shares for S$0.48 per share. Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks' without any revenue, let alone profit. But the reality is that when a company loses...[+4688 chars] 2025-01-13T02:32:04 GTCO's N400.5bn Public Offer Undersubscribed by 48%, to Raise Fresh Capital Business https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/01/13/gtcos-n400-5bn-public-offer-undersubscribed-by-48-to-raise-fresh-capital https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/GTCO.jpg NG en The Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc's N400.5 billion public offer was undersubscribed by 48 per cent, raising approximately N209.01 billion against the initial target. The shortfall of N191.09 billion has been attributed to several factors, including the share price of N44.50 per share and the absence of a rights issue. Access Holdings and FCMB Group recorded successful capital-raising exercises. "Nume Ekeghe The Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has announced the outcome of its N400.5 billion public offer, which was undersubscribed by 48 per cent, raising approximately N209.01 billion ...[+3529 chars]" 2025-01-13T02:06:24 Milestone for Rinehart's lithium play in auto heartland Marion Rae https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8865199/milestone-for-rineharts-lithium-play-in-auto-heartland https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/38bfa7ad-0911-4ec8-91b4-4322f8a2e547.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en The European Investment Bank is one of the largest climate finance providers globally. The EU wants to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by more than half by 2030 and have no net emissions of greenhouse gases by 2050. The bank aims to provide climate finance to the EU by 2030. The European Investment Bank is one of the largest climate finance providers globally, with the EU aiming to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by more than half by 2030 and have no net emissions of ...[+25 chars] 2025-01-13T01:14:00 More Women in Senior Management: Winning Strategy Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/more-women-in-senior-management-winning-strategy-1389453 https://images.theconversation.com/files/641892/original/file-20250112-15-sfngkn.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=45&auto=format&w=754&fit=clip US en Ten years after the securities regulations came into force, there is a slight improvement in the number and percentage of women sitting on a board of directors and holding an executive position. However, there are still many issues to be addressed. Québec is doing better than other Canadian provinces. Ten years after the securities regulations came into force, which established a disclosure regime regarding the number and percentage of women sitting on a board of directors, or holding an executive ...[+8024 chars] 2025-01-13T01:14:00 Canadian Firms' ESG Claims on Social Media Face Skepticism Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/canadian-firms-esg-claims-on-social-media-face-1389455 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1526256262350-7da7584cf5eb%3Fixid%3DMXwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHw%253D%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1350%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en Tesla founder Elon Musk is a critic of environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings. However, research shows that strong ESG performance reduces companies' cost of capital and improves stock performance. Many companies are using social media to promote their environmental credentials. Research shows that corporate environmental messaging on social media does not have a positive impact on financial outcomes. "Tesla founder Elon Musk made his stance on environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings unmistakably clear in June 2023 when he posted ""ESG is the devil"" on his social media platform , X. Musk, ...[+5388 chars]" 2025-01-13T01:00:00 NUS Pilots First-in-Market Green Bond Reporting Tokenisation Initiative with Northern Trust and UOB Business Wire https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/nus-pilots-first-market-green-010000722.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/48b1dfc9194402d2deeaf972551eb3e4 US en The National University of Singapore, Northern Trust and UOB announce a collaboration to launch a first-in-market initiative aimed at tokenising green bond credentials. NUS is the first university in Singapore to implement blockchain technology for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. Northern Trust will mint and hold a green bond reporting token. The token will hold the environmental impact reporting data from NUS' third green bond, issued in 2023. "The pioneering initiative leverages blockchain for greater transparency in ESG reporting, and is part of MAS' Project Guardian SINGAPORE, January 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The National University of ...[+9331 chars]" 2025-01-13T00:59:33 NUS Pilots First-in-Market Green Bond Reporting Tokenisation Initiative with Northern Trust and UOB Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/nus-pilots-first-in-market-green-bond-reporting-tokenisation-initiative-with-northern-trust-and-uob/article_75b6fde2-5f45-5e9e-a0c6-ff797634a685.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en The National University of Singapore, Northern Trust and UOB announce a collaboration to launch a first-in-market initiative aimed at tokenising green bond credentials. NUS is the first university in Singapore to implement blockchain technology for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. The National University of Singapore (NUS), Northern Trust and UOB are proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration to launch a first-in-market initiative aimed at tokenising green bond credential...[+137 chars] 2025-01-13T00:30:01 Global investors willing to pay for assets with better ESG footprint: Alvarez & Marsal's Paul Aversano Ranjani Raghavan https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/global-investors-willing-to-pay-for-assets-with-better-esg-footprint-alvarez-marsal-s-paul-aversano-11736657748889.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/12/1600x900/Alvarez_Marsal_1736688775291_1736688790567.jpg IN en Global investors are looking for assets with a strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) footprint. Paul Aversano, a top executive of global transaction advisory firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is in India. A&M plans to grow its team in India and hire more people. Global investors are increasingly prioritizing assets with a strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) footprint, driving up their value and putting ESG at the forefront of deal-making strateg...[+4348 chars] 2025-01-13T00:30:00 NUS Launches First Green Bond Tokenization Pilot Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/nus-launches-first-green-bond-tokenization-pilot-1389582 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/2580/60bc9802-bb62-40cf-9b52-5e9a35f2dc5c/1920_2017towngreen-1.jpg?10000 US en NUS, Northern Trust and UOB announce a collaboration to launch a first-in-market initiative aimed at tokenising green bond credentials. NUS is the first university in Singapore to implement blockchain technology for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. Northern Trust will mint and hold a green bond reporting token. The token will hold the environmental impact reporting data from NUS' third green bond, issued in 2023. NUS, Northern Trust and UOB are proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration to launch a first-in-market initiative aimed at tokenising green bond credentials. NUS is the first university in Singa...[+4559 chars] 2025-01-13T00:13:00 2024 a bumper year for Thai ESG funds Thai ESG https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/investment/2938380/2024-a-bumper-year-for-thai-esg-funds https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/20250113/c1_2938380_250113055638_700.jpg TH en Mutual funds attracted great interest from investors last year. Net assets under management (AUM) for the category increased by almost 400% to 32 billion baht, up from 6.5 billion in 2023. Bond funds are the most popular, with a net AUM of 16.5billion, while equity funds have the lowest growth rate. Kasikorn Asset Management (K-Asset) was the market leader in 2024 with net asset value of 8.2billion bahts. mutual funds attracted great interest from investors last year, with net assets under management (AUM) for the category increasing by almost 400% to 32 billion baht, up from 6.5 billion in 2023, accor...[+1827 chars] 2025-01-13T00:05:43 How Watershed is riding the crest of the great sustainability reporting wave Sheri Hickok https://www.businessgreen.com/interview/4394524/watershed-riding-crest-great-sustainability-reporting-wave https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/34af6d6/91d948d8-92b4-4847-a91d-bc57c500edf0/2/iStock-2007661167-370x229.jpg GB en CEOs used to only want two pieces of information from their sustainability teams: How much will it cost and how much savings will it save? Now, they want more information from sustainability teams, including how much it will cost and save the company. Now they want to know if anyone outside the company wants to know more. Not that long ago, CEOs only ever really wanted two pieces of information from their sustainability teams: how much will it cost, and how much will it save? Should anyone outside the company want to.....[+1 chars] 2025-01-13T00:01:33 PensionBee promises 10 per cent drop in Climate Plan portfolio emissions intensity each year https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4394525/pensionbee-promises-cent-drop-climate-plan-portfolio-emissions-intensity https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/c3dae0e/3a062362-2c15-4e14-b2ca-e48c51d58afa/6/PensionBee-balance-planner-yellow-370x229.jpg GB en PensionBee has unveiled a new Climate Plan today. It will cut the greenhouse gas emissions intensity of the portfolio by 10 per cent each year. The pension plan goes further than the previous one.    ... . "Image: Credit: PensionBee PensionBee has today unveiled a new Climate Plan, which it said would continually cut the greenhouse gas emissions intensity of the portfolio by 10 per cent each year. The pe...[+26 chars]" 2025-01-13T00:00:00 Council Post: Why Prioritizing Sustainability Is A Lynchpin Of Progress Magnus Ahlqvist https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2025/01/13/why-prioritizing-sustainability-is-a-lynchpin-of-progress https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6781744ca773d85f0f345ba3/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Magnus Ahlqvist is president and CEO of Securitas, a security solutions partner with world-leading technology and expertise. He believes business leaders share a collective responsibility to take action on environmental sustainability. More than half of organizations expected to increase their investments in sustainability at the start of 2024. "Magnus Ahlqvist is president & CEO of Securitas , a security solutions partner with world-leading technology and expertise. getty We've been on a pendulum swing of innovation and technological advance...[+6825 chars]" 2025-01-13T00:00:00 Eco (Atlantic) Oil and Gas Ltd. Announces Block 3B/4B Transaction Completion & Board Changes ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Eco_Atlantic_Oil_and_Gas_Ltd_Announces_Block_3B_4B_Transacti https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en ECO (ATLANTIC) OIL & GAS LTD. (AIM:ECO)(TSX:EOG) is the oil and gas exploration company. It has completed the Block 3B/4B Transaction Completion and Board Changes. "ECO (ATLANTIC) OIL & GAS LTD. (""Eco,"" ""Eco Atlantic,"" ""Company,"" or together with its subsidiaries, the ""Group"") Block 3B/4B Transaction Completion and Board Changes TORONTO, ONTARIO / ACCESSWIRE / Ja...[+98 chars]" 2025-01-13T00:00:00 S2G Ventures Announces Rebrand to S2G Investments and New Visual Identity PR Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/S2G_Ventures_Announces_Rebrand_to_S2G_Investments_and_New_Vi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en S2G Ventures has changed its name to S2G Investments. The firm has also unveiled a refreshed logo and visual identity to reflect its multi-stage investment in the food and agriculture, oceans, and energy sectors.    "CHICAGO, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S2G Ventures (""S2G""), a multi-stage investment firm focused on the food & agriculture, oceans, and energy sectors, today announced it has changed its name to S2G...[+173 chars]" 2025-01-13T00:00:00 Retail Investors Protection: Gensler's Final SEC Stand Coin Edition https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Retail_Investors_Protection_Gensler_s_Final_SEC_Stand https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Gary Gensler's tenure as SEC Chair focused on cryptocurrency enforcement, market reforms, and investor protections. Paul Atkins, known for a more lenient regulatory stance, is expected to shift the SEC's approach to deregulation.    Outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler warns against deregulation, stressing the importance of protecting retail investors. Gensler's tenure focused on cryptocurrency enforcement, market reforms, and investo...[+111 chars] 2025-01-13T00:00:00 Apple Urges Shareholders To Reject Anti-DEI Policy Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Apple_Urges_Shareholders_To_Reject_AntiDEI_Policy https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en If Apple rejects a proposal that would dismantle its diversity, equity and inclusion commitments, it would buck the wave of anti-DEI policies sweeping corporate America. Apple has a responsibility to promote diversity and equity in its products and services to all its employees. If Apple rejects a proposal that would dismantle its diversity, equity and inclusion commitments, it would buck the wave of anti-DEI policies sweeping corporate America. 2025-01-13T00:00:00 ECARX Announces Board Change Form 6 K (ECARDX Holdings Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/ECARX_Announces_Board_Change_Form_6_K_ECARDX_Holdings_Inc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Mr. Zenggang Liu will replace Mr. Tao Li as a director of ECARX Holdings Inc. effective on January 13, 2025, replacing Tao Li, who has tendered tendered his resignation to the board. ECARx is a global mobility tech provider. ") ECARX Announces Board Change SHANGHAI, January 13, 2025, (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) (""ECARX"" or the ""Company""), a global mobility tech provider, today announced the appoint...[+125 chars]" 2025-01-13T00:00:00 The urgent necessity of asset stranding Resilience https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/The_urgent_necessity_of_asset_stranding https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en As Malm and Carton explain, if firm policies were put in place to protect people, it would be possible to prevent crime.   . for example, to prevent people from committing crimes. For more information, go to: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/features/crime-prevention/can-people-be-caused-to commit-crimes-if-firm-policies-were-put-in-place. As Malm and Carton explain, if firm policies were put in place to 2025-01-13T00:00:00 Exco Technologies Limited Announces First Quarter Results on January 29, 2025 and Annual General Meeting ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Exco_Technologies_Limited_Announces_First_Quarter_Results_on https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Exco Technologies Limited will report its financial results for the first quarter ended December 31, 2024 after the close of business on January 29, 2025. Exco Technologies is a company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX – XTC).   TORONTO, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exco Technologies Limited (TSX – XTC) today announced that it will report its financial results for the first quarter ended December 31, 2024 after the close...[+43 chars] 2025-01-13T00:00:00 Projected air travel growth runs counter to climate goals, study says Straits Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/13/Projected_air_travel_growth_runs_counter_to_climate_goals_st https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A climate advocacy group called for the EU to implement measures to limit the sector's growth, as it's a source of greenhouse gas emissions.   . i in the EU's economic and social policy is responsible for climate change. A climate advocacy group called for the EU to implement measures to limit the sector's growth. 2025-01-12T23:53:30 ESG And Scandal Risk: How Can Investors Make Smarter Choices? Eurasia Review https://www.eurasiareview.com/13012025-esg-and-scandal-risk-how-can-investors-make-smarter-choices https://www.eurasiareview.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/b-42.jpg US en A study conducted by researchers from The University of Hong Kong, University College London, Xiamen University, and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University looked at the relationship between environmental, social, and governance (ESG) scores and corporate scandal risks. It found that companies with higher ESG scores tend to have a lower probability of scandals but face more significant market repercussions when such events occur. "A study conducted by researchers from The University of Hong Kong, University College London, Xiamen University, and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, published in Financial Innovation explores th...[+2216 chars]" 2025-01-12T23:11:37 Lords of the Fallen Publisher CI Games Rejects DEI, Claims Social Agendas Risk Commercial Failure archyde https://www.archyde.com/lords-of-the-fallen-publisher-ci-games-rejects-dei-claims-social-agendas-risk-commercial-failure https://www.gameshub.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2023/05/lords-of-the-fallen.jpeg US en CI Games, the publisher behind Lords of the Fallen, has rejected the integration of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles in its future projects. DEI has become a polarizing topic in the gaming industry, with some studios embracing it and others distancing themselves. The gaming industry has faced significant challenges in recent years. "In a bold ​and controversial⁣ move, CI Games, the publisher​ behind Lords of the Fallen , has‍ publicly rejected the integration of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles in its future proj...[+7370 chars]" 2025-01-12T21:15:00 Sustainability, climate risk reporting now mandatory for banks in Tanzania Media News Company https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/sustainability-climate-risk-reporting-now-mandatory-for-banks-in-tanzania-4886846 https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/resource/blob/4886862/c69b60f043b7cbd58581f21f0d275927/bank-pic-data.jpg TZ en The Bank of Tanzania has issued two sets of guidelines on reporting sustainability and climate-related risks and opportunities for banks and financial institutions. The regulations aim to enhance transparency and accountability in the financial sector while aligning with global standards. Tanzania has developed the National Climate Change Response Strategy and National Adaptation Plan and revised the National Environmental Policy. Dar es Salaam. The Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has issued two sets of guidelines requiring banks and financial institutions to integrate sustainability and climate-related risks and opportunities into thei...[+4108 chars] 2025-01-12T18:15:00 BSEC seeks feedback on GPH Ispat's preference share proposal TBS Report https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/stocks/bsec-seeks-feedback-gph-ispats-preference-share-proposal-1041486 https://www.tbsnews.net/sites/default/files/styles/social_share/public/organization/logo/gph_ispat_ltd.png BD en The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking the opinions of stock exchanges regarding GPH Ispat Limited's application to issue preference shares worth Tk500 crore. The steel manufacturer wants to raise the money to refinance its existing loans. The company's share price closed at Tk21.10 yesterday on the Dhaka Stock Exchange. In December last year, the company decided to increase the authorised capital from Tk1,000 crore and divide the new authorised capital into 150 crore ordinary shares. In August, it unveiled a plan to raise Tk242 crore by issuing rights shares. The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has decided to seek the opinions of the stock exchanges regarding GPH Ispat Limited's application to issue preference shares worth Tk500 crore....[+2388 chars] 2025-01-12T17:17:00 Letter: Transparency on climate funding Letter to The Editor https://www.davisenterprise.com/townnews/hydrography/letter-transparency-on-climate-funding/article_bed5f8a4-cf76-11ef-b690-67870aee8700.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/davisenterprise.com/content/tncms/custom/image/86db99ca-ccc8-11ed-9099-0b776fc1e8b8.png?resize=600%2C315 US en Gary May is the Chancellor of UC Davis. The university has ambitious greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals, but its official GHG reduction goal is a paltry 15% by 2030. UCD's own Fossil-Fuel-Free Pathway Plan determined that 75% reductions by 2030 are feasible. In his column ' Collaboration for a more sustainable world,' UC Davis Chancellor Gary May said that, 'At UC Davis, our commitment to sustainability is a deeply held value reflected in our ambitious gr...[+326 chars] 2025-01-12T16:39:01 NGX Popoola champions Africas market growth at ESX launch The Nation https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4039021/ngx-popoola-champions-africas-market-growth-at-esx-launch.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en NGX Group's CEO, Temi Popoola, reaffirmed Africas untapped potential in capital markets at the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). NGX Popoola champions Africas market growth at the ESX's launch. Group CEO of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), Temi Popoola, reaffirmed Africas untapped potential in capital markets during the highly anticipated launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (...[+114 chars] 2025-01-12T16:17:33 ESG Is Collapsing And Net Zero Is Going With It https://www.todayville.com/esg-is-collapsing-and-net-zero-is-going-with-it https://i2.wp.com/www.todayville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tvrd-dc-solar-power-panels-florida-image-2025-01-12.jpeg?fit=600%2C259&ssl=1 US en There is a growing consensus that the forced march to a green energy transition isn't working and the chances of achieving the goal of net-zero by 2050 are basically net zero. Big investment houses like BlackRock and State Street are on the brink of joining the flood away from the ESG philosophy. "From the Daily Caller News Foundation By David Blackmon The chances of achieving the goal of net-zero by 2050 are basically net zero Just a few years ago, ESG was all the rage in the banking and inves...[+11764 chars]" 2025-01-12T14:06:38 Women in senior management: The more the better Anne-Marie Croteau https://theconversation.com/women-in-senior-management-the-more-the-better-245830 https://images.theconversation.com/files/637990/original/file-20241202-19-hdpjs1.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C0%2C4590%2C2295&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Ten years after the securities regulations came into force, there is a slight improvement in the number and percentage of women sitting on a board of directors or holding an executive position. However, there are still many issues that need to be addressed. Québec is doing better, thanks to the presence of government, community, academic and individual initiatives promoting female talent. Ten years after the securities regulations came into force, which established a disclosure regime regarding the number and percentage of women sitting on a board of directors, or holding an executive ...[+7466 chars] 2025-01-12T14:05:53 Declining Stock and Decent Financials: Is The Market Wrong About GreenTree Hospitality Group Ltd. (NYSE:GHG)? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/declining-stock-decent-financials-market-140553802.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cb90bae557d50c77576d28ff3b1c0eed US en GreenTree Hospitality Group's (NYSE:GHG) share price is down 23% in the last three months. Its ROE is 12%, compared to the industry average of 12%. The company's five-year net income decline rate was 20%. The industry has grown its earnings at a rate of 33%. Wall St. has no position in any stocks mentioned. GreenTree Hospitality Group (NYSE:GHG) has had a rough three months with its share price down 23%. But if you pay close attention, you might find that its key financial indicators look quite decent, w...[+4590 chars] 2025-01-12T14:05:13 Canadian companies are using social media to boost their ESG credibility, but investors aren't buying it Dhruv Baswal https://theconversation.com/canadian-companies-are-using-social-media-to-boost-their-esg-credibility-but-investors-arent-buying-it-246311 https://images.theconversation.com/files/640479/original/file-20250102-21-zewhc3.jpg?ixlib=rb-4.1.0&rect=0%2C1295%2C8086%2C4042&q=45&auto=format&w=1356&h=668&fit=crop AU en Elon Musk is a critic of environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings. However, research shows that strong ESG performance reduces companies' cost of capital, often resulting in cheaper credit and better stock performance. Many companies are using social media to promote their environmental credentials. Research shows that corporate environmental messaging on social media does not have a significant impact on financial outcomes. Tesla founder Elon Musk made his stance on environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings unmistakably clear in June 2023 when he posted 'ESG is the devil' on his social media platform, X. Musk, a...[+4946 chars] 2025-01-12T13:56:33 One Of America's Richest Companies Walks Away From Climate Change Douglas McIntyre https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/one-of-america-s-richest-companies-walks-away-from-climate-change/ar-BB1rjSWe US en A number of large American companies have pulled back on what is known as environmental, social, and governance (ESG). The latest company to pull back is America's premier financial firm, BlackRock, which is run by finance legend Larry Fink. BlackRock had been a member of the Net Zero Asset Managers group which supports lowering greenhouse gas emission to levels encouraged by scientists by 2050. A number of large American companies have pulled back on what is known as ESG (environmental, social, and governance). Some of this movement is because shareholders do not want to pay for these progra...[+1384 chars] 2025-01-12T13:51:12 New York Is Proposes to Double-Down on Cap-and-Invest Programs Only Good at Raising Money for Climate Grifting Energy Security https://energysecurityfreedom.substack.com/p/new-york-is-proposes-to-double-down https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5452f4a2-3524-44e3-84fc-a43d871499cd_1800x1200.heic US en Roger Caiazza of Pragmatic Environmentalist of New York questions the New York Cap-and-Invest Program (NYCI). The program is supposed to set an annual cap on the amount of greenhouse gas pollution that is permitted to be emitted in New York. It's supposed to limit potential costs to New Yorkers, invest proceeds in programs that drive emission reductions in an equitable manner, and maintain the competitiveness of the state's businesses and industries. RGGI is often cited as a model for the NYCI program, but last month Roger showed that it's not very effective. "Guest Post by Roger Caiazza of Pragmatic Environmentalist of New York. After spending most of my time dealing with the December rush of comments submitted for various Climate Leadership & Community Pr...[+11191 chars]" 2025-01-12T12:00:00 How To Make Inclusion And Belonging A Real Priority Julie Kratz https://www.forbes.com/sites/juliekratz/2025/01/12/how-to-make-inclusion-and-belonging-a-workplace-priority https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/677c7ee600a2afe08ac3e57b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en EY's research shows that two-thirds of workers choose companies that champion inclusion. Coqual's research further backs this claim. Inclusion and belonging are not boxes to check, but a journey to achieving these outcomes. Leaders struggle with how to make the 'inclusion' and 'belonging' buzzwords feel real on their teams. "Never don't be late on business meeting. Worried businessman looking at his watch on the way to ... [+] office. Business, lifestyle concept getty One of the most sustainable competitive advantages for...[+6830 chars]" 2025-01-12T11:34:39 AI and Cyber Security Dominate ASEAN Enterprises' Digital Transformation Priorities PR Wire https://en.antaranews.com/news/341114/ai-and-cyber-security-dominate-asean-enterprises-digital-transformation-priorities https://cdn.antaranews.com/cache/1200x800/2025/01/12/Top_Challenges_Digital_Transformation.jpg ID en 75% of businesses plan significant AI investments within the next two years, up from 34% in 2020. Data quality and availability remain the biggest hurdles to unlocking AI's potential. Cyber security is a growing threat, but businesses are not spending enough on IT security. Legacy IT systems and organisational silos are also barriers to digital transformation. "Investments in AI surge, but challenges in data quality and cyber security readiness persists Singapore, (ANTARA/PRNewswire)- As ASEAN enterprises dive deeper into digital transformation, artificial i...[+4249 chars]" 2025-01-12T11:22:19 XCMG Machinery Unveils Global Investor Return Plan for 2025-2027 PR Wire https://en.antaranews.com/news/341106/xcmg-machinery-unveils-global-investor-return-plan-for-2025-2027 https://cdn.antaranews.com/cache/1200x800/2025/01/12/xcmg.jpg ID en XCMG Machinery has officially launched its Global Investor Return Plan for 2025-2027. The plan is a comprehensive initiative to enhance investment value and protect shareholder rights. It builds on the foundation of XCMG's announcement on February 6, 2024, when the company pledged to implement a Dual Enhancement of Quality and Returns. "Xuzhou, China (ANTARA/PRNewswire)- XCMG Machinery (""XCMG"", SHE:000425) has officially launched its Global Investor Return Plan for 2025-2027, a comprehensive initiative to enhance investment value and...[+3688 chars]" 2025-01-12T07:30:00 Insurers hold key to drive ESG forward Times https://timesofmalta.com/article/insurers-hold-key-drive-esg-forward.1103460 https://cdn-attachments.timesofmalta.com/3c2503500994775932c5a51b8f4e4cd0c899a213-1736413143-954a43a3-1200x630.jpg MT en There is a lot of talk about the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets businesses should aim for. Insurance companies are in a unique position to lead the charge in promoting and supporting ESG initiatives. Their responsibilities extend beyond risk management and they can actively promote sustainable practices among their clients. There has been a lot of talk recently about the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets businesses should aim for, but very little has been said about the pivotal role insurance companies ...[+5303 chars] 2025-01-12T07:00:54 Mosaic Appoints Karen Reilly & David Barr https://bernews.com/2025/01/mosaic-appoints-karen-reilly-david-barr https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Mosaic-Insurance-generic-glaj41l-TWFB.jpg BM en Karen Reilly and David Barr have been appointed to lead Mosaic's US and international business growth in the environmental liability sector. Reilly has 18-plus years of experience in the insurance sphere. Barr is a qualified geologist with more than 30 years' experience in environmental insurance underwriting and broking, the petroleum industry, and environmental consultancy. "Mosaic Insurance has appointed executives Karen Reilly and David Barr to lead its respective US and international business growth in the environmental liability sector. A spokesperson said, 'Mosaic In...[+3309 chars]" 2025-01-12T06:39:19 ‘Local content' in relation to the oil industry Pat Dial https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/01/12/local-content-in-relation-to-the-oil-industry https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2024/11/pat-dial-150x150.png GY en Local content is when the oil company is compelled to acquire the goods and services it needs from local companies. The Local Content Act was passed in December 2021. It has generated over US$2 billion in business for local enterprises and employed over 65% of the workforce in the oil sector is Guyanese. "CONSUMER CONCERNS… Kaieteur News – Several members of the public have complained to us that though they see the term 'Local Content' much used in the media, they have no precise understanding of it. I...[+3065 chars]" 2025-01-12T06:29:03 Malaysia, Indonesia's journey in pushing for green finance Eco-Business archyde https://www.archyde.com/malaysia-indonesias-journey-in-pushing-for-green-finance-opinion-eco-business https://eco-business.imgix.net/ebmedia/fileuploads/46535595501_9e1a2ff360_4k.jpg?fit=crop&h=801&ixlib=django-1.2.0&q=85&w=1200 US en Malaysia and Indonesia are leading the way in promoting green finance in Southeast Asia. They have introduced green bonds and sukuk since 2018, raising billions to fund green projects that reduce carbon emissions, protect biodiversity, and promote renewable energy. Indonesia's success is partly due to its robust regulatory framework and tax incentives for green investments. "Table of Contents As ⁤the ⁢ world grapples with the escalating ​impacts of climate change, green financing has ​become a cornerstone of sustainable development. This innovative financial⁤ approach fun...[+12681 chars]" 2025-01-12T06:27:17 Delta Electronics Thailand Achieves Sustainability Disclosure Award for the 7th Consecutive Year Plentisoft https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/delta-electronics-thailand-achieves-sustainability-disclosure-award-for-the-7th-consecutive-year-1034202804 https://www.deltathailand.com/imgadmins/news/news_cover/DELTA_news_photo2025-01-07_10-50-20.jpg US en Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited received the Sustainability Disclosure Award 2024. It is the seventh consecutive year Delta has received this award since 2017. Delta's recognition is attributed to impactful initiatives such as its RE100 and SBTi commitments and its industry leading internal carbon tax policy. Bangkok, Thailand, January 8, 2025 -- Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited announced that it has received the Sustainability Disclosure Award 2024, marking its seventh consecutive year ...[+2943 chars] 2025-01-12T06:07:57 Oil reserves – what is ExxonMobil withholding? Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/01/12/oil-reserves-what-is-exxonmobil-withholding https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2017/11/editorial-12-150x150.jpg GY en John Hess, CEO of Hess Corporation, and 30% partner in the ExxonMobil-led Guyana oil consortium, is restless. According to Hess, his company's estimates of proven oil reserves in the Stabroek Block are higher than that of ExxonMobil. The Government of Guyana has a figure of 11.6B barrels, while ExxonMobil President Alistair Routledge's company's estimate is lower. CNOOC had to use its own computations to estimate the reserves of the Lancetfish discovery at approximately 746M new barrels of oil. "Editorial… Kaieteur News- John Hess, CEO of Hess Corporation, and 30% partner in the ExxonMobil-led Guyana oil consortium, is restless. It is the first time that we can remember, where the partners ha...[+4094 chars]" 2025-01-12T05:47:56 Companies to focus on digital transformation, innovation https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/companies-to-focus-on-digital-transformation-innovation-204586 https://image.hurimg.com/i/hurriyet/75/200x200/678381b05405f23e7b374c6c.jpg TK en Turkish companies will focus on digital transformation, risk management, profitability and M&A in 2025, according to a survey of executives. The survey was conducted by DataExpert with 252 senior decision-makers, including CEOs, general managers, CFOs and directors. "Turkish companies will prioritize digital transformation, risk management, profitability and M&A in 2025, according to a survey of executives. The survey was conducted by DataExpert with 252 senior de...[+2252 chars]" 2025-01-12T05:39:32 Meta and Amazon Are Ending Some of Their DEI Programs Brett T. https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/meta-and-amazon-are-ending-some-of-their-dei-programs-66b5ca2b156b6c4d7fed6f138e8f91b1a176abb9 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/tw/images/up/2023/310/991d18f6-4618-4eb0-917c-072b028e9e1e.jpg FR en On Friday, Robby Starbuck announced that Amazon was eliminating some of its DEI policies. On the same day, Starbuck also announced that Meta was also doing away with some of it's DEI rules. This is right after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that Facebook was dumping PolitiFact. Thanks to people like Robby Starbuck, a lot of companies are rolling back their DEI policies or doing away with them entirely. On Friday, Starbuck announced that Amazon was eliminating some of its DEI...[+1082 chars] 2025-01-12T05:10:41 SEC To Perfect Sustainability Of Framework On Borrowing By Govts, Corporates Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4038185/sec-to-perfect-sustainability-of-framework-on-borrowing-by-govts-corporates.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission wants to improve the regulatory framework of borrowing by governments and corporates. Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director General of the Commission, said this has become important given the critical role borrowing plays in the financial system. Click here to read the full news. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has expressed its readiness to perfects modalities on sustainability to improve the regulatory framework of borrowing by governments and corporates. Dr. Em...[+220 chars] 2025-01-12T00:24:39 Incoming Head of Government Efficiency Elon Musk pins Pacific Palisades' wildfires on DEI programs and bad governance Oscar Godsell https://www.skynews.com.au/world-news/united-states/incoming-us-head-of-government-efficiency-elon-musk-pins-pacific-palisades-wildfires-on-dei-programs-and-bad-governance/news-story/be543f162b60ab9b65fea6fba4e75bd7 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/fafe0958198040e3943bb0a8cb2c6ba4 AU en Incoming head of the US Department of Government Efficiency Elon Musk has blamed the Pacific Palisades' wildfires on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies and bad governance. More than 150,000 people were evacuated, at least 10,000 structures destroyed and at least 11 confirmed deaths. The incoming head of the US Department of Government Efficiency Elon Musk has blamed California's 'bad governance' for the Pacific Palisades' wildfires after officials prioritised DEI policies and don...[+3280 chars] 2025-01-11T22:54:43 BlackRock Exits UN-Backed Net-Zero Climate Pact Infinite https://infiniteunknown.net/2025/01/11/blackrock-exits-un-backed-net-zero-climate-pact https://www.kitconet.com/charts/metals/gold/t24_au_en_usoz_2.gif PA en BlackRock has decided to withdraw from the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAM), a coalition comprised of over 325 signatories managing more than $57.5 trillion in assets. NZAM is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 by aligning investment strategies with this objective. "– BlackRock Exits UN-Backed Net-Zero Climate Pact: Authored by Tom Ozimek via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager overseeing approximately $11.5 trillion in a...[+1015 chars]" 2025-01-11T21:00:00 Eastman earns 'Equality 100 Award' from Human Rights Campaign Foundation Jeff Bobo https://www.therogersvillereview.com/business/article_5d220092-ce2e-11ef-9137-b3b5afb2aff1.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/therogersvillereview.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/e/0b/e0ba7980-bf3a-5af6-83e5-14ffa48c4da6/61def5dac4054.image.jpg?crop=1000%2C525%2C0%2C112&resize=1000%2C525&order=crop%2Cresize US en Eastman Chemical Company received a score of 100 on the HRCF's 2025 Corporate Equality Index. The index is the nation's foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. Eastman received a 100 on this index. KINGSPORT — Eastman Chemical Company received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's (HRCF) 2025 Corporate Equality Index, which is the nation's foremost benchmarking survey and repo...[+83 chars] 2025-01-11T20:14:59 BlackRock quits ‘Net Zero' initiative at perfect time as woke policies contribute to devastating LA fires Charles Gasparino https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/blackrock-quits-net-zero-initiative-at-perfect-time-as-woke-policies-contribute-to-devastating-la-fires/ar-BB1rihmk US en BlackRock is leaving the 'Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative', a UN-backed group of institutional investors who say they want to save the world from climate Armageddon. The corporate ecosystem went hard left out of alleged necessity. The money spigot was known as Environmental Social Governance investing, which uses the power of the investment dollar to tell management what to do. Big state pension plans in blue states run by some of the most left-wing pols in the country were demanding it. BlackRock's timing couldn't be better: It literally exited a weird, self-serving and futile environmental virtue signaling coalition of companies, sponsored by the unctuous bureaucrats at the United N...[+5239 chars] 2025-01-11T19:45:39 Transforming Wealth Management with ESG Principles: Cahero Family Office's Commitment Cahero Family Office https://apnews.com/press-release/ein-presswire-newsmatics/miami-florida-c39f80d4f12b7f84056faa657eb9dac4 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Cahero Family Office promotes environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into every aspect of its operations. Its ESG-centric strategy prioritizes investments that align with global sustainability goals. Its investments address pressing issues such as climate change and resource scarcity. EINPresswire.com / -- Cahero Family Office is redefining wealth management by embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into every aspect of its operations. This approach positi...[+984 chars] 2025-01-11T18:34:00 ESG Opponents Get Novel Win in American Airlines 401(k) Suit Jacklyn Wille https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/economy/esg-opponents-get-novel-win-in-american-airlines-401-k-suit/ar-BB1rfw9T US en American Airlines Inc. violated federal law by using funds from investment companies that pursue environmental, social, and corporate governance goals in its 401(k) plan, a federal judge ruled Friday. The airline's $26 billion retirement plan was influenced by corporate goals unrelated to workers' best financial interests, the judge said. (Bloomberg Law) -- American Airlines Inc. violated federal law by filling its 401(k) plan with funds from investment companies that pursue environmental, social, and corporate governance goals, a Texa...[+4908 chars] 2025-01-11T17:15:00 Judge: American Airlines' ESG-Tainted 401k Breaches Fiduciary Duty To Workers Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/judge-american-airlines-esg-tainted-401k-breaches-fiduciary-duty-workers https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-01/commercial-pilot-requirement.jpg?h=a75e604b&itok=IlhzR6dN BG en "A federal court ruled that American Airlines breached its duty to employees by tapping BlackRock to manage part of its 401(k) plan. The issue was BlackRock's ESG-oriented management of all its funds. The class action suit accused American Airlines and its employee benefits committee of choosing investment managers that ""pursue leftist political agendas""" In a major, first-of-its-kind milestone along ESG's relentless march to its grave, a federal court has ruled that American Airlines breached its duty to employees by tapping ESG-addled BlackRock to ma...[+5471 chars] 2025-01-11T16:18:21 BlackRock Exits UN-Backed Net-Zero Climate Pact Robert Lee https://www.FreedomsPhoenix.com/News/373524-2025-01-11-blackrock-exits-un-backed-net-zero-climate-pact.htm https://www.freedomsphoenix.com/Uploads/Graphics/522-0111091924-image21.jpg US en BlackRock has decided to withdraw from the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative. The initiative is committed to the goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Texas and 10 other Republican-led states sued BlackRock and rivals in November, alleging that they disrupted coal production and raised energy prices. "A BlackRock spokesperson confirmed to The Epoch Times that the company has decided to withdraw from the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative (NZAM) , a coalition comprised of over 325 signatories managi...[+1570 chars]" 2025-01-11T15:56:14 ECG's problems are not about privatisation but leadership https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/ECG-s-problems-are-not-about-privatisation-but-leadership-Martin-Kpebu-1967028 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/393/39374781.jpg GH en Martin Kpebu has raised concerns about the management of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). He urges the government to ensure that the leadership of ECG is chosen based on competence, honesty, and a commitment to serving the public. He also advocates for a more independent and transparent process in appointing ECG's leadership. "Private legal practitioner, Martin kpebu Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has raised critical concerns about the management of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). Kpebu delivered a passiona...[+1980 chars]" 2025-01-11T15:03:55 Woke ‘Cartel' Of Financial Giants Dealt Death Blow 11 Days Before Trump Takes Office DCNF-Newswire https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/woke-cartel-of-financial-giants-dealt-death-blow-11-days-before-trump-takes-office/ar-BB1rhy1f US en BlackRock has left the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) coalition. The group is a United Nations-sponsored collection of financial services companies that have pledged to achieve net-zero portfolios by 2050 or sooner. The move comes less than two weeks before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. "Asset management behemoth BlackRock wrote a letter to institutional investors Thursday announcing its exit from an emissions-focused investor group, according to the Financial Times (FT). The firm, wh...[+2868 chars]" 2025-01-11T15:00:00 Gensler Cautions Against Weakening Guardrails for Retail Traders Lydia Beyoud https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gensler-cautions-against-weakening-guardrails-150000962.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/KL9UfYTHJBJn960uwaDXlw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_markets_842/847b384d3922f12c40524d52e28b6633 US en Gary Gensler is the outgoing SEC Chair. He warns the incoming administration not to go too far in rolling back disclosure requirements or broadening the definition of who qualifies as an 'accredited investor' in private investments. Paul Atkins, a former SEC commissioner, will replace him on Jan. 20. "(Bloomberg) -- Outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler has a word of caution for the next administration: be careful about messing with the guardrails that protect mom-and-pop traders. A Blueprint for Better ...[+3135 chars]" 2025-01-11T15:00:00 Gensler Cautions Against Weakening Guardrails for Retail Traders Lydia Beyoud https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/gensler-cautions-against-weakening-guardrails-for-retail-traders/ar-BB1rhD2O US en Gary Gensler is the outgoing chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission. He warns the next administration not to go too far in rolling back disclosure requirements or broadening the definition of who qualifies as an 'accredited investor'. Paul Atkins, a former SEC commissioner, will replace him on January 20th. "(Bloomberg) -- Outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler has a word of caution for the next administration: be careful about messing with the guardrails that protect mom-and-pop traders. Going too far in rollin...[+2586 chars]" 2025-01-11T14:49:59 Padma Oil Company holds 10th Extra-Ordinary General Meeting Anniversary Issue-I https://thefinancialexpress.com.bd/trade/padma-oil-company-holds-10th-extra-ordinary-general-meeting https://tfe-bd.sgp1.digitaloceanspaces.com/posts/77738/padma-oil.jpg BD en The 10th Extra-Ordinary General Meeting of Padma Oil Company Limited was held on 11 January 2025. The shareholders approved the special resolution to change the name of the Company to P ADMA Oll.- PLC. from PADMA Oil Company Ltd. "The 10th Extra-Ordinary General Meeting of Padma Oil Company Limited was held virtually through a Digital Platform on 11 January 2025. Chairman of the Company's Board of Directors and Retired Secretar...[+662 chars]" 2025-01-11T13:50:25 DAVID BLACKMON: ESG Is Collapsing And Net Zero Is Going With It David Blackmon https://dailycaller.com/2025/01/11/opinion-esg-is-collapsing-and-net-zero-is-going-with-it-david-blackmon https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/solarsc7.jpeg US en There is a growing consensus that the forced march to a green energy transition isn't working and the chances of achieving the goal of net-zero by 2050 are basically zero. Big banks and investment houses are moving away from the UN-run alliance led by Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan in the last two weeks. Just a few years ago, ESG was all the rage in the banking and investing community as globalist governments in the western world focused on a failing attempt to subsidize an energy transition into real...[+4924 chars] 2025-01-11T13:45:00 BlackRock Exits UN-Backed Net-Zero Climate Pact Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/political/blackrock-exits-un-backed-net-zero-climate-pact https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-01/image%282%29.jpg?h=81653d3f&itok=c80aHPvA BG en BlackRock has decided to withdraw from the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAM), a coalition committed to the goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. BlackRock is the world's largest asset manager with $11.5 trillion in assets. The company has over $300 billion invested in traditional energy firms on behalf of its clients. Texas and 10 other Republican-led states sued BlackRock and rivals, alleging they disrupted coal production and raised energy prices. "Authored by Tom Ozimek via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager overseeing approximately $11.5 trillion in assets, has decided to withdraw from a climate pact ...[+3295 chars]" 2025-01-11T13:22:51 A Texas Judge Tells Big Business It Cannot Impose ESG on Its Employees' Retirement Funds to Virtue Signal Jeff Chestnut https://energysecurityfreedom.substack.com/p/a-texas-judge-tells-big-business https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11dd2d9a-a211-4971-a4a2-f1cbb0b68bc9_1736x1206.heic US en American Airlines was found guilty of breaching its fiduciary duty in managing employee 401(k) plans. Jason Isaac at American Energy Works highlights the perils of prioritizing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals over financial performance. ESG investing often serves as a vehicle for advancing ideological political agendas. "Guest Post from Jason Isaac at American Energy Works. The ruling against American Airlines for breaching its fiduciary duty in managing employee 401(k) plans underscores the perils of prioritizing Env...[+1964 chars]" 2025-01-11T13:00:04 Wall Street looks forward to a bonfire of capital and climate rules under Trump Kalyeena Makortoff https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/jan/11/wall-street-looks-forward-to-a-bonfire-of-capital-and-climate-rules-under-trump https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/a44ce5279f4c33887fa9ab416def4fa7feb5b31f/0_373_5573_3344/master/5573.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdG8tZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=1df84258ae238116c98f4636080070e5 GB en Donald Trump's inauguration is on the Monday after US bank results week. JP Morgan is expected to report a jump in annual profits on Wednesday. Shares in Goldman Sachs and Bank of America have risen 13% and 11% respectively since Trump's victory in November. The prospect of Trump's anti-green agenda could result in further profit growth on the back of fossil-fuel-friendly industries. Trump's second term in the White House will lead to a bonfire of regulations. "When some of the biggest banks on Wall Street reveal their full-year earnings this week, they will have more to celebrate than just rising profits. Donald Trump's presidential inauguration on 20 Janua...[+4588 chars]" 2025-01-11T13:00:00 CEO's Guide To Transparency: How To Build Trust And Accountability Alexander Puutio https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexanderpuutio/2025/01/11/ceos-guide-to-transparency-how-to-build-trust-and-accountability https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6760852be176f89a44ad425c/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Transparency is a CEO's superpower, but it must be wielded carefully. Mike Lipps, CEO of Medallia, emphasizes that transparency should be more than inspirational words on the wall, it should be concrete actions and a framework that guides them. Chris Caren from Turnitin believes transparency should begin at the level of a company's vision and objectives. Damon Stafford is CEO of Alpine Intel. Mark Dixon has had a front-seat seat to witnessing how companies are using technology to build trust through transparency. "Transparency is a CEO's superpower, but it must be wielded carefully. getty Corporate leadership is rife with buzzwords, and few are as pervasive as transparency . In an ideal world, transparency is t...[+8168 chars]" 2025-01-11T12:04:36 University of Iowa study: Investors react positively to CEOs staying quiet on issues Brooklyn Draisey https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/11/ui-study-investors-react-positively-to-ceos-staying-quiet-on-issues/77606896007 https://www.desmoinesregister.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2024/12/28/USAT/77292801007-usatsi-24465431-168402931-lowres.jpg?crop=1499,843,x0,y78&width=1499&height=843&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en Michael Durney and his team studied the impact of CEOs taking controversial stances on social and political issues on investors. They found that a CEO staying silent on issues garnered the same positive response from investors as when the CEO put out a stance that they would agree with. However, they found that people responded positively to not seeing the CEO express his views online. "He sees them nearly every day, Michael Durney said — news articles about companies and their chief executive officers either making or walking back a 'controversial stance' on topical issues. These st...[+4013 chars]" 2025-01-11T10:45:55 Puma announces bold new 'Vision 2030' goals: 'We are setting the bar higher' Leslie Sattler https://www.yahoo.com/news/puma-announces-bold-vision-2030-104555204.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/hIk9qJLeb.AxG9uzRBy4wA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/1e0a8b76b9c39779780b5a8e0faf5ad3 US en Puma wants to slash its direct and indirect greenhouse gas output by 90% before 2030. The athletic footwear and apparel company wants to transform its entire supply chain. It will use 100% recycled polyester fabric, with 30% coming from fiber-to-fiber recycling in its clothing division and source 20% of its cotton fabric from recycled materials. Puma also wants to close gender pay gaps across all countries and train 400,000 workers on human rights. "Puma just revealed plans to slash its direct and indirect greenhouse gas output by 90% before 2030, starting from its 2017 levels, according to ESG Today. The athletic footwear and apparel company wan...[+1836 chars]" 2025-01-11T10:37:53 Sustainable Office Trends That Will Dominate Workplaces In 2025 Etv Bharat https://etvbharat.com/en/!lifestyle/sustainable-green-office-trends-workplaces-2025-enn25011103442 https://etvbharatimages.akamaized.net/etvbharat/prod-images/11-01-2025/1200-675-23303696-462-23303696-1736591445277.jpg IN en The push for green offices is a response to an urgent need. Technology is leading the charge in making offices greener. Remote work is cutting down the energy demands of daily commuting. IKEA's 'People & Planet Positive' strategy and Salesforce's net-zero cloud solutions are prominent examples of how technology can drive sustainability. Zero-waste initiatives are gaining traction. Offices are eliminating disposable cutlery and transitioning to reusable alternatives. What was once a niche concern is now a mainstream mandate, as businesses and employees alike prioritize eco-friendly practices in their daily operations. The term 'green office' is evolving into a blu...[+4857 chars] 2025-01-11T10:37:53 Green Office Practices That Will Dominate Workplaces In 2025 Etv Bharat https://www.etvbharat.com/en/!lifestyle/sustainable-green-office-trends-workplaces-2025-enn25011103442 https://etvbharatimages.akamaized.net/etvbharat/prod-images/11-01-2025/1200-675-23303696-462-23303696-1736591445277.jpg IN en The term 'green office' is evolving into a blueprint for the future of work. With climate change becoming an ever-pressing issue, businesses have a moral and economic imperative to act. Technology is leading the charge in making offices greener. AI-enabled sensors monitor energy usage and carbon emissions in real time. IKEA's 'People & Planet Positive' strategy and Salesforce's net-zero cloud solutions are prominent examples. "ETV Bharat / lifestyle Green Office Practices That Will Dominate Workplaces In 2025 What was once a niche concern is now a mainstream mandate, as businesses and employees alike prioritize eco-friendly...[+1928 chars]" 2025-01-11T09:32:54 Multibagger small-cap stock below ₹50 to raise ₹188 crore fund via preferential issue Asit Manohar https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/multibagger-small-cap-stock-below-rs-50-sudarshan-pharma-to-raise-rs-188-crore-fund-via-preferential-issue-11736587338113.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/11/1600x900/Multibagger_stock_Small_cap_stocks_Sudarshan_Pharm_1736587640143_1736587640367.jpg IN en Shares of Sudarshan Pharma Industries Ltd will be in focus on Monday at 9:15 AM. The small-cap stock priced below ₹50 is one of the multibagger stocks that the Indian stock market has delivered in one year. The multibagger stock has declared the issuance of preferential shares worth up to $188.34 crore. Small-cap stock below ₹50: Shares of Sudarshan Pharma Industries Ltd will be in focus on Monday when trading activity begins at 9:15 AM. The small-cap stock priced below ₹50 is one of the multibagger ...[+2669 chars] 2025-01-11T08:05:22 Standard Glass Lining IPO: What GMP signals as listing date fixed on Monday Asit Manohar https://www.livemint.com/market/ipo/standard-glass-lining-ipo-what-gmp-signals-as-listing-date-fixed-on-monday/amp-11736581779733.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/11/1600x900/Standard_Glass_Lining_IPO_GMP_Listing_date_Price_1736582379295_1736582379616.JPG IN en Standard Glass Lining IPO will be listed on the BSE and the NSE on 13 January 2025 in a Special Pre-open Session. Shares of the company will become available for trade from 10:00 AM on Monday after listing into the 'B' category of securities. Grey market is signalling substantial listing gain for the lucky allottees. Standard Glass Lining IPO listing: After receiving a strong response from investors, the Standard Glass Lining IPO listing date has been fixed on 13 January 2025. According to the BSE notice, Standard...[+2249 chars] 2025-01-11T07:02:46 Only Three Days Left To Cash In On Adcorp Holdings' (JSE:ADR) Dividend Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/only-three-days-left-cash-070246210.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7a9997715da94a925bc3a3ecccf9d032 US en Adcorp Holdings Limited (JSE:ADR) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next three days. The company's next dividend payment will be R00.134 per share. It has a trailing yield of 8.1% on the current share price of R04.66. Its earnings per share have fallen at approximately 21% a year over the previous five years. Its dividend has declined 12% per year on average over the past 10 years. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Adcorp Holdings Limited (JSE:ADR) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next three days. The ex...[+4393 chars] 2025-01-11T06:32:45 Interested In Tiger Brands' (JSE:TBS) Upcoming R06.84 Dividend? You Have Three Days Left Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/interested-tiger-brands-jse-tbs-063245891.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/1755b5a339fe0d610102dcc34fddba34 US en Tiger Brands Limited (JSE:TBS) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 3 days. The company's next dividend payment will be R06.84 per share. Last year's total dividend payments show that Tiger Brands has a trailing yield of 3.6% on the current share price of R0289.71. Tiger Brands paid out more than half (55%) of its earnings last year. It paid out only 42% of its free cash flow in the past year. Its 6.4% per year decline in earnings in the last 5 years casts doubt on the future sustainability of the dividend. Tiger Brands Limited (JSE:TBS) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 3 days. The ex-dividend date occurs one day before the record date which is the day on which shareholders need to be on the com...[+3726 chars] 2025-01-11T05:59:36 Sebi to tweak disclosure norms for foreign portfolio investors in bid to bar round-tripping by promoters Our Special Correspondent https://www.telegraphindia.com/business/sebi-to-tweak-disclosure-norms-for-foreign-portfolio-investors-in-bid-to-bar-round-tripping-by-promoters/cid/2076868 https://assets.telegraphindia.com/telegraph/2025/Jan/1736575249_new-project-2025-01-11t113027-110.jpg IN en Sebi proposes doubling the threshold amount to ₹50,000 crore for foreign portfolio investors to make granular disclosures about their investors holding any ownership or economic interest. Data for average daily turnover in the capital market segment at NSE increased 122 per cent to from in FY 2022-23. "Sebi on Friday proposed doubling the threshold amount to ₹50,000 crore for foreign portfolio investors to make granular disclosures about their investors holding any ownership or economic interest. At...[+1839 chars]" 2025-01-11T04:23:56 Stakeholders advocate data-driven reforms to boost ease of doing business Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4036383/stakeholders-advocate-datadriven-reforms-to-boost-ease-of-doing-business.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Stakeholders call for targeted, measurable reforms to enhance the ease of doing business in Nigeria. The call was made on Thursday at the 13th anniversary lecture of socio-economic group, January 9 Collective. The post Stakeholders advocate data-driven reforms to boost ease of business appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News. Prominent stakeholders have called for targeted, measurable reforms to enhance the ease of doing business in Nigeria. The call was made, on Thursday, at the 13th anniversary lecture of socio-economic ...[+180 chars] 2025-01-11T04:22:00 SBI chief calls for promoting spot trades TNN https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/sbi-chief-calls-for-promoting-spot-trades/articleshow/117134831.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117134848,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-533970,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en SBI chairman C S Setty called for expanding the pool of listed companies and promoting spot transactions. He also called for moving from private placement to open offers and using technology to reduce costs. Setty stressed the need for mechanisms to track fund utilisation to build investor trust and foster transparency. "SBI chairman C S Setty MUMBAI: SBI chairman C S Setty has called for expanding the pool of listed companies and promoting spot transactions , which are essential for better price discovery since over-...[+2237 chars]" 2025-01-11T04:07:46 Leaked memo reveals Meta's plans to do away with DEI https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/leaked-memo-reveals-meta-s-plans-to-do-away-with-dei-27d08617f41b59aa0972925da8b93b82e96f0116 https://news.knowledia.com/favicon.ico FR en Leaked memo reveals Meta's plans to do away with DEI. Internal memo stated that the company was changing course because the legal and policy landscape surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in the United States is changing and Meta wants to change DEI as well. "Leaked memo reveals Meta's plans to do away with DEI 5 minutes ago www.bizjournals.com 1 min read standard The internal memo stated that the company was changing course because the ""legal and policy l...[+113 chars]" 2025-01-11T04:00:42 Amazon has quietly changed or removed pages on its corporate website that declared its commitment to DEI and other issues (The Information) Techmeme https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4035991/amazon-has-quietly-changed-or-removed-pages-on-its-corporate-website-that-declar.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Amazon has quietly changed or removed pages on its corporate website that declared its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion along with other issues. Amazon began publishing pages and blog posts on the corporate website in recent years declaring the company's commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). The Information:Amazon has quietly changed or removed pages on its corporate website that declared its commitment to DEI and other issuesLike most big technology companies, Amazon began publishing pag...[+143 chars] 2025-01-11T03:50:00 SC stays GST action against e-gaming companies TNN https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/sc-stays-gst-action-against-e-gaming-companies/articleshow/117134558.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-117134593,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-500488,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the GST proceedings against 49 online gaming companies. The decision pushed up the share price of some of the listed entities. The gaming industry has been advocating for the tax to be calculated on gross gaming revenue (GGR) rather than the face value of bets. "GST NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday stayed Goods and Services Tax (GST) proceedings against 49 online gaming companies over retrospective demand notices issued to them, a decision that pushed u...[+2551 chars]" 2025-01-11T02:47:41 The corporate climate compass The News International https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/11/The_corporate_climate_compass https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/11/[] US en The representational image shows carbon emissions from factories. Climate change is one of the most pressing global issues today, encompassing every facet of society, including corporations which contribute to climate change. pic taken from Unsplash/File. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch or click here. The representational image shows carbon emissions from factories. — Unsplash/FileClimate change is one of the most pressing global issues today, encompassing every facet of society, including corporat...[+38 chars] 2025-01-11T02:15:51 Amazon scales back DEI initiatives amid ongoing corporate trend Pop Culture https://tribune.com.pk/story/2521430/amazon-scales-back-dei-initiatives-amid-ongoing-corporate-trend https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/amazon-reuters-1495710976/amazon-reuters-1495710976.jpg PK en "Amazon is the latest major corporation to scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. It follows similar moves by companies like Walmart, Meta, and Ford. Amazon has removed sections titled ""Equity for Black People"" and ""LGBTQ+ Rights"" from ""Our Positions"" webpage." "Amazon is the latest major corporation to scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, following similar moves by companies like Walmart, Meta, and Ford. The decision was reveale...[+1463 chars]" 2025-01-11T01:38:00 AIGA 2025 open for registration R. Sekaran https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/01/11/aiga-2025-open-for-registration https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/01/11/3112280.jpg MY en The Anugerah Integriti, Governans and Antirasuah (AIGA) award 2025 is now open for registration. It recognises the public and private sector committed to the culture of integrity, good governance and anti-corruption. The closing date for registration is Feb 25. "PETALING JAYA: The 'Anugerah Integriti, Governans and Antirasuah' (AIGA) award 2025 is now open for registration. AIGA is an initiative which recognises the public and private sector who are committed...[+399 chars]" 2025-01-11T01:31:45 Kwame Raoul among 13 states' attorneys general questioning Walmart's retreat from DEI -Center Square Joanna Brown https://wirepoints.org/kwame-raoul-among-13-states-attorneys-general-questioning-walmarts-retreat-from-dei-center-square https://eadn-wc01-3158345.nxedge.io/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Facebook-Cover-No-Social-Media-scaled.jpg US en The AGs' letter to Walmart President and CEO Doug McMillon is dated Thursday. They fear the plan 'risks undermining important social progress and antidiscrimination efforts' and understand the pressure the company likely faced following 'the anti-DEI pressure campaign.' The AGs' letter to Walmart President and CEO Doug McMillon dated Thursday said they fear the plan 'risks undermining important social progress and antidiscrimination efforts' and understand the pressu...[+71 chars] 2025-01-11T01:18:24 The last American Banker rats are leaving the UN Net Zero Banking club Freedomsphoenix Readerfour https://www.FreedomsPhoenix.com/News/373502-2025-01-10-the-last-american-banker-rats-are-leaving-the-un-net.htm https://www.freedomsphoenix.com/Uploads/Graphics/533-0110181931-banker-rats-jumping-ship-netzero.m.jpg US en JP Morgan, Morgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and Citigroup quit the Net Zero Alliance before Trump inauguration. BlackRock, the world's largest investment fund with more than $10 trillion in assets under management, is considering an exit of the coalition. "Such is the phase change of the Trump win, the largest banks in the USA, JP Morgan and Morgan Chase have now joined Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo the Bank of America, and Citigroup. Six big US banks quit...[+1619 chars]" 2025-01-11T00:33:19 Did the LA Fires Kill Wokeism? Michael Ashley https://itsthegreatwakeup.substack.com/p/did-the-la-fires-kill-wokeism https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff7c6fd14-854a-4e8a-b1ac-24ae323929a1_624x351.jpeg US en Today W. David Prescott and his coauthor presented in California about the dangers of ESG. They used the example of Pepsi's CEO and their ideal board of directors to show how the G in Governance is used to control companies. Mallory didn't answer the breakout question, but her candid response proved she understood ESG's vapidness. "Today I virtually presented in California about the dangers of ESG. My coauthor W. David Prescott and I met with a Westlake business group to discuss our new book: Creative Destruction: How ESG Mandat...[+4700 chars]" 2025-01-11T00:00:00 Malta unveils ambitious energy and climate plans Famagusta Gazette https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/11/Malta_unveils_ambitious_energy_and_climate_plans https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Maltese government has presented the updated National Energy and Climate Plan to the European Commission with a pledge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 41 percent over 2005 levels by 2030. The Ministry for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness said that the government remained committed to reducing emissions. The Maltese government has presented the updated National Energy and Climate Plan to the European Commission with a pledge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 41 percent over 2005 levels by 2030. Th...[+114 chars] 2025-01-11T00:00:00 Is CeDeFi the future of Crypto SEC Registration? Is Blockchain Technology Encryption? Do you own ... ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/11/Is_CeDeFi_the_future_of_Crypto_SEC_Registration_Is_Blockchai https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en BlackStar Enterprises Group, Inc. (OTC Pink:BEGI) believes that blockchain, encryption, cryptographic, and smart contracts are the future of registered security trading for all current public companies on a hybrid centralized-decentralized system. "BOULDER, CO / ACCESSWIRE / January 10, 2025 / BlackStar Enterprises Group, Inc. (""BlackStar"") (OTC Pink:BEGI). BlackStar CEO Joseph E. Kurczodyna believes blockchain, encryption, cryptographic, and sm...[+161 chars]" 2025-01-11T00:00:00 SNGPL removes 5 more meters Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/11/SNGPL_removes_5_more_meters https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) UFG Control Task Force removed five more meters over the laws violations. Two meters were removed in Multan.   - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 11th Jan, 2025. MULTAN, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 11th Jan, 2025) The Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) UFG Control Task Force removed five more meters over the laws violations.Two 2025-01-11T00:00:00 Have YOU got solar panels that could slash the value of your property? How under-fire ... The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/11/Have_YOU_got_solar_panels_that_could_slash_the_value_of_your https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en A Shade Greener is under investigation by energy watchdog Ofgem. It has left its own customers in agony after using a strange tactic that has slashed the value of their properties and made them hard to sell. It is one of Britain's largest solar panel installers. One of Britain's largest solar panel installers has left its own customers in agony after using a strange tactic that homeowners said has slashed the value of their properties and made them hard to se...[+121 chars] 2025-01-11T00:00:00 Amazon is halting some of its diversity and inclusion programs system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/11/Amazon_is_halting_some_of_its_diversity_and_inclusion_progra_s https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The move coincides with activist pressure on U.S. companies to abandon efforts to build a more diverse workforce, as well as pressure on them to give up diversity initiatives.    in the United States, in which companies are encouraged to focus on diversity. The move coincides with activist pressure on U.S. companies to abandon efforts to build a more diverse workforce. 2025-01-10T23:39:11 Big banks abandon climate-conscious group, bowing to Republican agenda Ja'han Jones https://www.yahoo.com/news/big-banks-abandon-climate-conscious-233911872.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/TH6zr6njJCGs7FZQvz8oOw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/msnbc_articles_593/709de6f5b25faff3f9b510d7ede9bd18 US en Some of the biggest banks and investment firms are abandoning earlier commitments to engage in climate-friendly investing as Congress cracks down on socially conscious investing and Donald Trump prepares for his return to office. JP Morgan announced earlier this week that it's leaving a U.N.-sponsored initiative called the Net Zero Banking Alliance. The investment firm BlackRock, which manages around $11.5 trillion in assets, announced this week it is leaving a similar initiative. Some of the biggest banks and wealthiest investment firms are abandoning earlier commitments to engage in climate-friendly investing as Congress cracks down on socially conscious investing and Donald ...[+2731 chars] 2025-01-10T23:36:19 Carbon Done Right Announces Closing of Second Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Carbon_Done_Right_Announces_Closing_of_Second_Tranche_of_Non https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/[] US en Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. is a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits sourced exclusively from afforestation and green development. The company's shares are listed on the TSXV and FSE and trades on the Q1C exchange. "VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. (""Carbon Done Right"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV: KLX) (FSE: Q1C), a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits so...[+40 chars]" 2025-01-10T23:08:17 Judge Rules American Airlines Violated Retirement-Plan Duties by Encouraging ESG Investing Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Judge_Rules_American_Airlines_Violated_RetirementPlan_Duties https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/[] US en The company's 401(k) plan was found to favor socially conscious goals over financial returns in favor of the company's employees' 401(K) plan. .   for the company. For confidential support, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. The company's 401(k) plan was found to favor socially conscious goals over financial returns. 2025-01-10T22:50:30 The corporate climate compass Raza Hussain Qazi https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1270824-the-corporate-climate-compass https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-11/1270824_035030_updates.jpg PK en As a major contributor to the environment, the company has to play its part in addressing the climate change. As a company, it is also necessary for them to play their part in the active inclusion in the cold weather management. The company is also critical to integrate climate considerations into the core of the company. Climate change is one of the most pressing global issues today, encompassing every facet of society, including corporations which significantly contribute to climate change through their gigantic shar...[+7273 chars] 2025-01-10T22:37:22 Carbon Done Right Announces Closing of Second Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement Globe Newswire https://www.thewhig.com/globe-newswire/carbon-done-right-announces-closing-of-second-tranche-of-non-brokered-private-placement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMzMDIzOSM2Njg5MTcwIzUwMDEyNzg1Nw== CA en Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. has completed the second tranche of its non-brokered private placement and has issued 10,000,000 shares at a price of $0.015 per share for gross proceeds of $150,000. The total number of shares issued so far is 17,000,.000, with total gross proceeds received so far of $255,000 VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. ('Carbon Done Right' or the 'Company') (TSXV: KLX) (FSE: Q1C), a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits sou...[+531 chars] 2025-01-10T22:31:29 NioCorp's Shifts 2024 Annual General Meeting Date to March 20, 2025 ACCESSWIRE https://www.eagletribune.com/region/niocorp-s-shifts-2024-annual-general-meeting-date-to-march-20-2025/article_490de8a9-11af-50f0-baba-920ef0de0f8b.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/ed/fed3344f-5cf1-50f4-a66a-5b013f11d77f/6781a5e365e2b.image.jpg?crop=1440%2C756%2C0%2C342&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en NioCorp's 2024 Annual General Meeting will be held on March 20, 2025 starting at 10:00 AM Mountain time at 7000 S. Yosemite Street, Lower Level Conference Room, Centennial, Colorado, 80112. Shareholders of record as of January 27, 2025, are able to vote their shares on the proposals to be considered at the AGM either by proxy in advance of the meeting or at the meeting. Proxies to be voted at the Meeting must be deposited with the Company's registrar and transfer agent not less than 48 hours before the Meeting. "CENTENNIAL, CO / ACCESSWIRE / January 10, 2025 / NioCorp Developments Ltd. (""NioCorp"" or the ""Company"") (NASDAQ:NB) has adjusted the date its 2024 Annual General Meeting (""AGM"") to occur on Thursday, ...[+1011 chars]" 2025-01-10T22:00:00 Enbridge Inc. to Host Webcast to Discuss 2024 Fourth Quarter Results on February 14 Enbridge Inc https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/enbridge-inc-to-host-webcast-to-discuss-2024-fourth-quarter-results-on-february-14/article_aed4ec5e-7ac4-52c0-a214-706342d287fb.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Enbridge Inc. will host a conference call and webcast to provide a business update and review 2024 fourth quarter results on February 14, 2025, at 7 a.m. MT (9 am ET). The conference call format will include prepared remarks from the executive team and a question-and-answer session for the analyst and investor community only. Enbridge's media and investor relations teams will be available after the call for any additional questions. CALGARY, AB, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Enbridge Inc. (TSX: ENB) (NYSE: ENB) (Enbridge or the Company) will host a conference call and webcast to provide a business update and review 2024 fourth qua...[+338 chars] 2025-01-10T21:58:03 ‘A Huge Win': Woke ‘Cartel' Of Financial Giants Dealt Death Blow 11 Days Before Trump Takes Office Owen Klinsky https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/a-huge-win-woke-cartel-of-financial-giants-dealt-death-blow-11-days-before-trump-takes-office/ar-BB1rfLg0 US en BlackRock has left the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) coalition. The move comes less than two weeks before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. It follows the exits of other corporations, including Goldman Sachs Group, Wells Fargo & Co., Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase & Co. "Asset management behemoth BlackRock wrote a letter to institutional investors Thursday announcing its exit from an emissions-focused investor group, according to the Financial Times (FT). The firm, wh...[+2626 chars]" 2025-01-10T21:50:13 Investors ditch woke causes after Donald Trump's victory JESSICA CLARK https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/markets/article-14271943/Investors-ditch-woke-causes-Donald-Trumps-victory.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/10/20/93975303-0-image-m-119_1736542769501.jpg GB en Investors are turning their backs on 'woke' causes following Donald Trump's election victory. Jefferies report says fund managers are more willing to speak out against environmental, social and governance (ESG) and diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) issues. Mark Zuckerberg will ditch fact checkers on Facebook and Instagram as they are 'politically biased' "Investors are turning their backs on woke causes following Donald Trump's US election victory. A report by investment bank Jefferies said fund managers are more willing to speak out against environmen...[+2203 chars]" 2025-01-10T21:15:00 Essex Announces Release and Conference Call Dates for Its Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/essex-announces-release-conference-call-211500501.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/b9b945c7ef6343e996cd09a3eaf8dcd5 US en Essex Property Trust, Inc. plans to release its fourth quarter 2024 earnings after the market closes on February 4, 2025. A conference call with senior management is scheduled for Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time or 12:00 p.m Eastern Time. The conference call is open to everyone. SAN MATEO, Calif., January 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ESS) announced today that it plans to release its fourth quarter 2024 earnings after the market closes on Tuesday...[+1421 chars] 2025-01-10T21:00:36 Corporate Social Responsibility Diversity Awards 2025 Class https://www.prdaily.com/awards/corporate-social-responsibility-diversity-awards/2025/%20title= https://s39939.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/social-share_toDevTeam@2x-2-1024x536.png US en Call for Entries Deadline: March 7, 2025. Ragan's CSR & Diversity Awards honors the transformative work being done in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Finalists and category winners will be honored at the Ragan CSR and Diversity Awards Luncheon this September in New York City. "Call for Entries Deadline: March 7, 2025 Ragan's CSR & Diversity Awards honors the transformative work being done in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR); Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG);...[+19039 chars]" 2025-01-10T20:15:42 Cutting greenhouse gas emissions with carbon offsets Majed Al-Qatari https://www.arabnews.com/node/2585971 https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/authors/4315611-majedal-qatari.png SA en Carbon markets play a crucial role in advancing climate action by encouraging businesses to reduce emissions and financing cleaner technologies. However, their effectiveness depends on sufficient transparency, a robust legal framework and international collaboration. Saudi Arabia has led efforts focusing on carbon trading and plans to invest in carbon credit trading. "https://arab.news/v4746 Amid the worsening climate crisis, carbon trading markets have emerged as a cutting-edge tool for controlling greenhouse gas emissions. These include cap-and-trade systems, whi...[+5367 chars]" 2025-01-10T20:14:03 Agenda 21 Is Not Dead Karen Schumacher https://thewashingtonstandard.com/agenda-21-is-not-dead https://thewashingtonstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/agenda-21-public-domain.jpg US en Agenda 21 was the UN's action plan for the 21st century and was signed by GHW Bush in 1992. It is now 33 years old, but it lives on as the World Economic Forum's (WEF's) Fourth Industrial Revolution (4th IR). It has 17 broad-based sustainable development goals (SDG) with targets that identify specific actions. The UN has been collecting data on indicators since the inception of Agenda 21, including data from the United States. P3's (public-private partnerships) are being implemented throughout the federal government. Technology is being used to gather more information on everyone, change how food is grown and invade privacy. Agenda 21, also called Sustainable Development (SD), was the United Nations (UN) action plan for the 21st century and signed by GHW Bush in 1992. WJ Clinton integrated SD into the federal government f...[+6664 chars] 2025-01-10T20:14:00 Environment Minister urges Taiwan to ease off focus on ESG Jan. 10, 2025 20:14 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6012653 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2025%2F01%2F10%2F54375bf4b587462cb7f52ac2d3c9105a.jpg TW en Minister of the Environment Peng Chi-ming took part in a seminar on climate action hosted by the Green Citizen's Climate Alliance on Friday. The theme was Taiwan's path to achieving carbon neutrality by 2035. Peng stressed the government still aims to achieve net-zero status, but there are too many uncertainties to establish a strict road map to meet the goal. "TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Minister of the Environment Peng Chi-ming (彭啓明) took part in a seminar on climate action hosted by the Green Citizen's Climate Alliance on Friday. The theme was Taiwan's path to...[+2140 chars]" 2025-01-10T20:13:57 Illinois bill calls on U of I system to divest from fossil fuels Crain's Chicago Business https://www.chicagobusiness.com/education/illinois-bill-calls-u-i-system-divest-fossil-fuels https://s3-rd-prod.chicagobusiness.com/styles/1200x630/s3/u%20of%20i%20campus.png US en State Rep. Will Guzzardi, D-Chicago, has introduced a bill to divest the University of Illinois System from investments in fossil fuels. The bill was referred to the Rules Committee on Jan. 9. It follows up on a document created under the leadership of University. of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Chancellor Robert Jones in 2020 that committed the university to divesting from fossil fuels by fiscal year 2025. "State Rep. Will Guzzardi, D-Chicago, has introduced a bill to divest the University of Illinois System from investments in fossil fuels. The bill, which was introduced earlier this week, calls on the ...[+2054 chars]" 2025-01-10T18:30:00 Yes, the public service can be more efficient. But it won't solve all our woes https://www.mandurahmail.com.au/story/8858468/opinion-australias-productivity-dilemma-and-potential-fixes https://www.mandurahmail.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/pMXRnDj3SUU44AkPpn97sC/c152e864-68dc-42ba-bf7f-5c1139faeaef.jpg/r0_36_1920_1044_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en The volume of legislation repealed is less important than what specific obligations are reduced. An effective deregulation agenda would involve a team going industry by industry and talking to the leading businesses to find out what government requirements cause them the most trouble. Then move on to the next industry. The answer is simple: the volume of legislation repealed is less important than what specific obligations are reduced. An effective deregulation agenda would involve a team going industry by industry ...[+177 chars] 2025-01-10T18:00:00 Fossil fuels are back with a vengeance! And the world is cooking Nick O'Malley https://www.watoday.com.au/environment/climate-change/fossil-fuels-are-back-with-a-vengeance-and-the-world-is-cooking-20250110-p5l3f0.html https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.1706%2C$multiply_0.7554%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_12/t_crop_custom/q_86%2Cf_auto/t_watoday_opinion_no_age_social_wm/2352d7e493427db5e7c62248774eb6251fd99a08 AU en Last year was the hottest year on record. Average temperatures are now at 1.6 degrees above the pre-industrial period. Last year, the world's oil and gas majors made big profits despite the climate catastrophes caused by their products. Larry Fink, founder and chief executive of BlackRock, warned that his firm would vote against management and board members if they didn't take climate change seriously. In 2020, BlackRock voted against the re-election of two ExxonMobil directors. It voted instead in favour of a shareholder resolution to split the role of chief executive and chairman. "Last year turned out to be an absolute belter for the world's oil and gas majors, despite the ungodly heat and the climate catastrophes caused by their products. Just a few years back, the industry wa...[+10189 chars]" 2025-01-10T17:28:53 FPIs: Sebi plans hiking threshold to `50,000 cr for making granular disclosures PTI https://www.millenniumpost.in/business/fpis-sebi-plans-hiking-threshold-to-50000-cr-for-making-granular-disclosures-594260 https://www.millenniumpost.in/images/logo.png IN en Seba proposes doubling the threshold amount to Rs 50,000 crore for foreign portfolio investors to make granular disclosures about their investors holding any ownership or economic interest. Data for average daily turnover in the capital market segment at NSE increased 122 per cent to Rs 1,18,757 crore in FY25 (till December 2024) from Rs 53,434 crore in 2013. New Delhi: Sebi on Friday proposed doubling the threshold amount to Rs 50,000 crore for foreign portfolio investors to make granular disclosures about their investors holding any ownership or economic...[+1056 chars] 2025-01-10T17:08:43 NAI James E. Hanson Acquires the Garibaldi Group and NAI Summit https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/nai-james-e-hanson-acquires-the-garibaldi-group-and-nai-summit https://njbmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/hanson-garibaldi-ret-new.jpg US en NAI James E. Hanson, the largest New Jersey-based full-service independent commercial real estate firm, has expanded its regional footprint through the acquisition of The Garibaldi Group and NAI Summit. TGG was founded in 1919 in Hoboken and has more than 100 years of experience. It will relocate its offices from Chatham to the Parsippany office at 10 Lanidex Plaza West and operate out of its office at 1620 Pond Road in Allentown, Pa. NAI James e. Hanson's President William C. Hanson will now serve as president of the three companies. Counterclockwise from top left: Jeffrey Garibaldi, Jr., Managing Partner, NAI Summit; Jeffrey Garibaldi, Sr., CEO, The Garibaldi Group; Peter O. Hanson, SIOR, Chairman of the Board, NAI James E. Hanso...[+3895 chars] 2025-01-10T17:06:30 ‘The rich are on course to destroy all our lives' Elizabeth Short https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/the-rich-are-on-course-to-destroy-all-our-lives https://morningstaronline.co.uk/sites/default/files/AP25008137710444.jpg GB en The richest 1% have already exceeded their share of the annual carbon limit in the first 10 days of 2025. It would take someone from the poorest half of the global population nearly three years to use up their share. Oxfam estimated that by 2050, emissions by the 1% will cause crop losses that could have provided enough calories to feed at least 10 million people a year in eastern and southern Asia. "THE world's wealthiest 1 per cent have already burned through their share of the entire annual carbon limit, a damning analysis of super-rich climate destruction has revealed. A new study by charity O...[+3134 chars]" 2025-01-10T16:56:15 JASON ISAAC: Wall Street Wants You To Believe It's Backing Away From ESG. Reality Paints A Different Picture Jason Isaac https://dailycaller.com/2025/01/10/opinion-wall-street-wants-you-to-believe-its-backing-away-from-esg-reality-paints-a-different-picture-jason-isaac https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-2165923382-scaled-e1736528086745.jpg US en BlackRock is the latest financial institution to withdraw from the UN's Net-Zero alliance. Jason Honorable is the Founder and CEO of the American Energy Institute and served four terms in the Texas House of Representatives. Honorable believes financial institutions are hypocritically renouncing controversial groups while continuing to uphold its principles and objectives. "Financial institutions across the world are engaging in the height of hypocrisy, publicly renouncing controversial groups while continuing to uphold its principles and objectives. BlackRock is the lat...[+5491 chars]" 2025-01-10T16:30:31 EZYHILLS Global Resources LTD: Beacon Of Hope, Innovation In Real Estate Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4035504/ezyhills-global-resources-ltd-beacon-of-hope-innovation-in-real-estate.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Incorporated in 2020, EZYHILLS Global Resources LTD has rapidly emerged as a multifaceted conglomerate driven by a profound commitment to addressing critical issues within society. The inspiration behind the establishment of the company stems from a natural craving for business and a deep-seated passion for solving housing problems. Incorporated in 2020, EZYHILLS Global Resources LTD has rapidly emerged as a multifaceted conglomerate, driven by a profound commitment to addressing critical issues within our society. The inspiratio...[+223 chars] 2025-01-10T16:30:00 St. Louis County lawmaker stepping down for job at secretary of state's office Kurt Erickson https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/government-politics/st-louis-county-lawmaker-stepping-down-for-job-at-secretary-of-state-s-office/article_b4ed6a28-cf69-11ef-9b74-3febf92a9178.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/stltoday.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/b/4e/b4ed6a28-cf69-11ef-9b74-3febf92a9178/67814a3db48fc.preview.jpg?crop=1024%2C538%2C0%2C72&resize=1024%2C538&order=crop%2Cresize US en Michael O'Donnell, a Republican from Oakville, will become the commissioner of securities under Secretary of State Denny Hoskins. He will earn about $117,000 a year, up from $39,000 as a lawmaker. He won reelection on Nov. 5 with 61.5% of the vote against Democrat Deb Langland. "Kurt Erickson JEFFERSON CITY — A south St. Louis County lawmaker is leaving his post just days after being sworn in to take a top job with Missouri's new secretary of state. Rep. Michael O'Donnell, a ...[+2445 chars]" 2025-01-10T16:19:33 Cracks In the Climate Change Narrative? Blackrock Quits Net Zero Asset Management Initiative › American Greatness AG Staff https://amgreatness.com/2025/01/10/cracks-in-the-climate-change-narrative-blackrock-quits-net-zero-asset-management-initiative https://cdn.amgreatness.com/app/uploads/2024/12/GettyImages-1474936564.jpg US en Blackrock is the latest financial giant to withdraw from the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) Initiative. The initiative aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2050 or sooner. Blackrock manages $11.5 trillion in assets. Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) called the move a 'huge win for freedom and American prosperity' Blackrock has become the latest financial giant to take a step back from the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) Initiative and its efforts to cut so-called greenhouse gas emissions to zero by the year 205...[+1725 chars] 2025-01-10T16:02:00 The Clima Act: Companies accountable for climate damage Ludwig Federigan https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/11/business/green-industries/the-clima-act-companies-accountable-for-climate-damage/2036662 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/10/511516.jpg PH en The New York signed the Climate Change Superfund Act into law. It requires companies responsible for carbon dioxide emissions from 2000-2024 to make an annual contribution of $3 billion for the next 25 years. In the Philippines, the House of Representatives' Committee on Climate Change held its fourth technical working group (TWG) meeting on the proposed the Climate Accountability (Clima) Act. FIVE days before 2024 ended, The New York Times published a banner story highlighting a new law that penalizes companies for their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It reported that Gov. Kathy Hochul of...[+5343 chars] 2025-01-10T16:00:00 Taking governance to a new level https://www.thestar.com.my/business/insight/2025/01/11/taking-governance-to-a-new-level https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/01/11/3112305.jpg MY en It is encouraging to see that listed companies on Bursa Malaysia have adopted a positive stance on maintaining a high level of governance as disclosed in the recent Securities Commission (SC) Corporate Governance Monitor (CGM) 2024. Regulators in Malaysia continue to prioritise improving governance standards. Corporates should not be overwhelmed with continuous changes when previous adjustments have not achieved milestones. IT is encouraging to see that listed companies on Bursa Malaysia have adopted a positive stance on maintaining a high level of governance as disclosed in the recent Securities Commission (SC) Corporat...[+544 chars] 2025-01-10T15:35:00 New Seventh Generation Impact Report Shows Decreased Carbon Footprint, Power of Brand Advocacy Dayang Norazhar https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/01/10/new-seventh-generation-impact-report-shows-decreased-carbon-footprint-power-of-brand-advocacy https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2595510/Seventh_Generation__Laundry_Detergent_Sheets___Free_and_Clear.jpg MY en Report measures the brand's progress against sustainability commitments and underscores an ongoing focus on decarbonization. For the first time since Seventh Generation set its Science Based Climate Target, they were lower than the 2012 baseline by 4%. In 2022, Seventh Generation became the first company to publicly disclose its financed emissions. "Report measures the brand's progress against sustainability commitments and underscores an ongoing focus on decarbonization BURLINGTON, Vt., Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Homecare company and green pro...[+4531 chars]" 2025-01-10T15:08:26 'Pollutocrat Day': the world's richest have already burned their annual carbon limit for 2025; the poorest 50% will take 3 years Redação https://www.brasildefato.com.br/2025/01/10/pollutocrat-day-the-world-s-richest-have-already-burned-their-annual-carbon-limit-for-2025-the-poorest-50-will-take-3-years https://images03.brasildefato.com.br/250e2ad339d77cfb88fa4311a4e82645.jpeg BR en To limit global warming to 1.5°C, the richest should cut 97% of their emissions by 2030. Since 1990, since 1990, emissions from the richest countries have caused trillions of dollars in economic damage, extensive agricultural losses, and millions of deaths from extreme heat. Oxfam recommends creating taxes on the richest and luxury goods, forcing corporations to cut emissions and increasing climate finance. "This is indicated by the study ""Carbon Inequality Kills,"" conducted by the international organization Oxfam, which discusses Oxfam defined the annual individual quota considering emission targets set ...[+1418 chars]" 2025-01-10T14:52:38 Adani Group raises Rs 4,850 cr from sale of 13.5% stake in Adani Wilmar https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/adani-group-raises-rs-4850-cr-from-sale-of-13-5-stake-in-adani-wilmar/articleshow/117125025.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/width-1200,height-900,imgsize-9970,resizemode-75,msid-117125025/markets/stocks/news/adani-group-raises-rs-4850-cr-from-sale-of-13-5-stake-in-adani-wilmar.jpg IN en Adani Group sold 13.5% of its stake in Fortune oil maker Adani Wilmar as part of a strategy to exit non-core activities to focus on main infrastructure business. The transaction was completed successfully despite a very difficult market backdrop. Sensex fell 0.3%, while NIFTY MIDCAP 100 fell 2.1%. Adani Group on Friday raised Rs 4,850 crore from the sale of 13.5 per cent of its stake in Fortune oil maker Adani Wilmar as part of a strategy to exit non-core activities to focus on main infrastruct...[+5191 chars] 2025-01-10T14:45:14 Tesco urges Government to deliver clear plan to support farming transition Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.independent.co.uk/climate-change/news/tesco-steve-reed-government-british-middleton-b2677300.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/10/14/6e86d252377d792047da2b75817329a8Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzM2NTg5NTI0-2.78641262.jpg?quality=75&width=1200&auto=webp GB en Tesco's chief commercial officer Ashwin Prasad said the industry needs a clear vision for sustainable agriculture, including greater investment and policy certainty. Environment Secretary Steve Reed said on Thursday that the primary purpose of farming is food production. Tesco is working with potato supplier Branston and livestock processor ABP to launch two low carbon concept farms in its UK supply chain. "Tesco has called on the Government to deliver a clear plan to support British farming in the transition to net zero amid ongoing turmoil in the sector. In a speech at the Oxford Farming Conference on ...[+3831 chars]" 2025-01-10T14:30:00 Transaction in Own Shares Jan. 10, 2025 14:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6012261 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/ODZmZDczOGMtNzdmZi00N2UxLWE3MTUtMmYzYzMyZDJjMTBmLTEyMjI4MTM=/tiny/Endeavour-Mining-PLC.png TW en Endeavour Mining plc has bought 50,000 ordinary shares of USD 0.01 each from Stifel Nicolaus Europe Limited as part of the Company's buyback programme announced on 20 March 2024. The total voting rights in the Company will be 243,943,585. "ENDEAVOUR ANNOUNCES TRANSACTION IN OWN SHARES London, 10 January 2025 – Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV) ('the Company') announces it has purchased the following number of its ordinary shares o...[+4951 chars]" 2025-01-10T14:24:52 XOCEAN: Ocean Data Provider Company Raises €115 Million Amit Chowdhry https://pulse2.com/xocean-ocean-data-provider-company-raises-e115-million https://cdn.pulse2.com/cdn/2025/01/XOCEAN-Logo.jpeg US en XOCEAN, an ocean data provider to the offshore energy and civil hydrography sectors, announced it closed a €115 million fundraise. The company partnered with S2G Ventures, Climate Investment, Morgan Stanley's 1GT fund, and an affiliate of the Crown Family's CC Industries (CCI) to structure the round. The funding will support the growth of the company's platform and help it expand its global footprint. It will also help the company meet the growing demand for high-quality data solutions. XOCEAN, an ocean data provider to the offshore energy and civil hydrography sectors, announced it closed a €115 million fundraise that will help support its ongoing growth across the company's expandi...[+4980 chars] 2025-01-10T14:14:07 EXEL Industries: Total number of voting rights and shares at 12.31.2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/10/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/exel-industries-total-number-of-voting-rights-and-shares-at-12312024/2036895 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/10/511765.png PH en EXEL Industries is a French company with a share capital of €16,969,750. Its registered office is at 54, rue Marcel Paul, 51206 Epernay Cedex, Reims, France. It has a number of shares and voting rights according to AMF regulation. "EXEL Industries A French Société Anonyme with a share capital of €16,969,750 Registered office: 54, rue Marcel Paul - 51206 Epernay Cedex - France Reims Companies Register (RCS): No. 095 550 356 Numbe...[+77 chars]" 2025-01-10T14:04:00 Republic Services Again Named to Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indices PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/republic-services-again-named-dow-140400655.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/7b40713d7ca760449bf183dc4ba4c09c US en Republic Services has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for the ninth consecutive year. Republic Services ranked first in its industry on the North America Index and is the only North American company to be included on the World Index. The company has reduced operational GHG emissions by 15% compared to the 2017 baseline, surpassing its interim target of 10%. PHOENIX, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For the ninth consecutive year, Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG), a leader in the environmental services industry, has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainabil...[+2616 chars] 2025-01-10T14:01:00 Sino Land Included in Dow Jones Sustainability World Index PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sino-land-included-dow-jones-140100207.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/b205f238336ca542e1f381be30b5e20a US en Sino Land Company Limited has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the DJSI Asia Pacific Index for the third consecutive year. Sino Land has also been included as a constituent of the FTSE4Good Index Series. Mr Daryl Ng, Deputy Chairman and Chairman of the ESG Steering Committee of Sino Group is grateful for the recognition. HONG KONG, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sino Group ('the Group') is pleased to announce that Sino Land Company Limited ('Sino Land') (Stock Code: 0083.HK) has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainab...[+2326 chars] 2025-01-10T13:50:50 Supreme Court Halts GST Proceedings Against 49 Online Gaming Companies Temporarily Rahul Dolare https://www.punekarnews.in/supreme-court-halts-gst-proceedings-against-49-online-gaming-companies-temporarily http://www.punekarnews.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Supreme_Court_of_India_-_Retouched.jpg IN en The Supreme Court put a temporary halt to Goods and Services Tax proceedings against 49 online gaming companies. The companies were served with retrospective tax demand notices based on the full face value of bets placed through their platforms. The controversy began when the GST Council imposed a 28% tax. New Delhi, 10th January 2025: On Friday, the Supreme Court put a temporary halt to Goods and Services Tax (GST) proceedings against 49 online gaming companies, which were served retrospective tax dema...[+3519 chars] 2025-01-10T13:17:17 BUSINESS BEAT: Quincy's Greg Dobson named Southwest Michigan First board chair Jim Measel https://wtvbam.com/2025/01/10/739683 https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/2484/files/2025/01/422305140-772187654950340-2329875112207002741-n-1200x675.jpg US en Greg Dobson has been appointed as the new chair of the board of directors of Southwest Michigan First. Aaron Zeigler, who has led the board since 2020, will remain on as an active board member. In 2023, the board introduced a three-year strategic action plan called The Path to Regional Prosperity. "KALAMAZOO, MI (WTVB) – –Southwest Michigan First has announced the appointment of Quincy native Greg Dobson as chair of the board of directors, effective immediately. Aaron Zeigler, who has led the bo...[+871 chars]" 2025-01-10T13:11:19 BlackRock Exits Climate Activist Group After Pressure From Republicans Leif Le Mahieu https://www.dailywire.com/news/blackrock-exits-climate-activist-group-after-pressure-from-republicans https://dw-wp-production.imgix.net/2025/01/GettyImages-2191572418.jpg?w=1200&h=800&ixlib=react-9.3.0 US en BlackRock is leaving the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative. Republicans criticized the company's involvement with NZAM. Texas AG Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against BlackRock in November. BlackRock has denied the allegations. NZAM also lost the involvement of asset giant Vanguard. "BlackRock announced this week that it was leaving a major climate activist group after Republicans criticized its involvement with the group. The company said in a letter that it would be leaving the ...[+2202 chars]" 2025-01-10T13:04:12 Canadian insurers under fire for contributing to climate risk https://ourcommunitynow.com/P/canadian-insurers-under-fire-for-contributing-to-climate-risk https://ourcommunitynow.com/Collateral/7c6cc0de-c32b-4e64-bb96-bd9cc869d8fb US en Allianz, Zurich, Munich Re, Suncorp, Generali, and others are aligning themselves with net-zero emissions targets. No Canadian insurer has made such a commitment and few have even published plans to achieve net- zero. "'Globally, major insurance companies like Allianz , Zurich , Munich Re , Suncorp, Generali , and others are aligning themselves with net-zero emissions targets by halting the underwriting of fossil fu...[+198 chars]" 2025-01-10T12:28:46 EnviroGold Global Announces the Upsizing of Its Unit Offering to Raise Up to $4 Million ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/EnviroGold_Global_Announces_the_Upsizing_of_Its_Unit_Offerin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/[] US en EnviroGold Global Limited is a technology company enabling the global mining industry to monetize valuable metals contained in the earth's crust. The company's shares are traded on the CSE, OTC and FSE markets.    TORONTO, Jan. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EnviroGold Global Limited (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FSE: YGK) ('EnviroGold,' or the 'Company'), a technology company enabling the global mining industry to...[+38 chars] 2025-01-10T12:00:00 Pioneering the Journey to Net-Zero: Unilever Vietnam's ESG Efforts Honored at the Human Act Prize https://vietnamnews.vn/advertisement/1690455/pioneering-the-journey-to-net-zero-unilever-vietnam-s-esg-efforts-honored-at-the-human-act-prize.html https://image.vietnamnews.vn/MediaUpload/Medium/2025/01/10/01202510170151_U10.jpg VN en Unilever Vietnam was honoured at the Human Act Prize Gala for Community Action in the 'Sustainability Project' category for its 'Pioneering journey towards carbon neutrality in operations' initiative. Unilever has invested in green technology projects, installed solar power systems and used biofuels in its manufacturing facilities. Biomass fuel recycled from wood scraps, damaged pallets and rice husks has replaced fossil fuels in boilers, cutting CO2 emissions by nearly 10,000 tons annually since 2007. "Award Ceremony of the Human Act Prize 2024, Sustainable Project Category. Photo: Unilever Vietnam With a vision to build a sustainable future, Unilever Vietnam is tirelessly pursuing innovative soluti...[+3360 chars]" 2025-01-10T11:40:59 SEC set to improve framework on borrowing by govts, corporates Peter Egwuatu https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4034879/sec-set-to-improve-framework-on-borrowing-by-govts-corporates.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC, has expressed its commitment to improve the regulatory framework as regards borrowing by governments and corporates. Director General of the Commission, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, said this has become important given the critical role borrowing plays in the financial system. By Peter Egwuatu The Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC has expressed its commitment to improve the regulatory framework as it regards borrowing by governments and corporates. Director General of...[+279 chars] 2025-01-10T11:40:59 FBN Holdings reiterates commitment to corporate governance amid EGM call Vanguard https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4034875/fbn-holdings-reiterates-commitment-to-corporate-governance-amid-egm-call.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en FBN Holdings Plc is committed to good corporate governance in spite of the call for Extra Ordinary General Meeting, EGM, by two of its shareholders. Other shareholders groups move for regulators intervention. Vanguards enquiry was answered through a statement to the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX. Other shareholders groups move for regulators intervention By Peter Egwuatu FBN Holdings Plc has said that it is committed to good corporate governance in spite of the call for Extra Ordinary General ...[+273 chars] 2025-01-10T11:26:01 Unilever Vietnam honoured with 2024 Human Act Prize Vy Bui https://vir.com.vn/unilever-vietnam-honoured-with-2024-human-act-prize-121121.html https://vir.com.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2025/012025/10/16/024a76b2fbb9b5c35e3c94e7cbfd8a68.jpg?rt=20250110164436?randTime=1736510028 VN en Unilever Vietnam was honoured at the Human Act Prize Gala for Community Action in the 'Sustainability Project' category last December. Unilever is taking bold steps towards carbon neutrality in its operations, from production improvements to supply chain restructuring. It has invested heavily in green technology projects, installing solar power systems and using biofuels as alternatives. According to research from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, climate change is projected to inflict damages equivalent to 17 per cent of the global GDP by 2050, with losses estimated ...[+4933 chars] 2025-01-10T10:48:00 Vietnam Investor ESG Software Market – Present Scenario on Growth Analysis Along with Key Industry Players Jan. 10, 2025 10:48 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6012533 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Vietnam Investor ESG Software Market is experiencing robust growth, propelled by the escalating focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors in investment decision-making. The market is further driven by the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in ESG analysis. "1. Market Growth: The Vietnam Investor ESG Software Market is experiencing robust growth, propelled by the escalating focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors in investment decisio...[+4394 chars]" 2025-01-10T10:45:19 Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania calculate the hidden factor that can make companies less valuable than investors think: 'We were still shocked' Leo Collis https://www.yahoo.com/news/researchers-university-pennsylvania-calculate-hidden-104519127.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Mx3jdVIlAqWRYkOXq_.IXg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/8fa40f77a03aaa463fd5427bb0907862 US en A paper from the Wharton school at the University of Pennsylvania explains how climate change could be reducing the value of various firms. Robert Stambaugh and Luke Taylor looked at American Electric Power and NextEra Energy. They found that the carbon burden of a firm is 131% of its total equity value. This presents a huge financial risk for businesses. A paper from the University of Pennsylvania has outlined how one surprising factor could be reducing the value of various firms, and getting a handle on the issue would be a smart move for shareholder...[+2583 chars] 2025-01-10T10:34:00 Delta Corp shares soar over 15% after SC stays GST notices to online gaming companies ETMarkets.com https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/delta-corp-shares-soar-over-15-after-sc-stays-gst-notices-to-online-gaming-companies/articleshow/117110279.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117110229,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-4166,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Delta Corp shares rose 15.4% to Rs 130.8 in Friday's trade on BSE. Supreme Court stayed proceedings under show cause notices worth Rs 1.12 lakh crore issued to online gaming companies by the goods and services tax (GST) authorities until the matter is fully heard and decided upon by the apex court. Online gaming firms have been contesting the payment of 28% GST instead of 18% for the period up to October 1, 2023. "Shares of Delta Corp rallied 15.4% to Rs 130.8 in Friday's trade on BSE after the Supreme Court (SC) stayed proceedings under show cause notices worth Rs 1.12 lakh crore issued to online gaming compan...[+5062 chars]" 2025-01-10T10:32:06 Politics, not climate, to drive sustainable finance trends in 2025 Simon Jessop https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/politics-not-climate-drive-sustainable-finance-trends-2025-2025-01-10 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/7JTEMPEXHBMHRG2ADB7MM6B7KY.jpg?auth=e230f2fc7404d79441a30220c11906ed7b28143f0a783e19b7389a6345522328&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Donald Trump's election as U.S. president heralds more regional divergence on everything from fund flows to legal cases and market regulations for sustainable finance. The number of new ESG-focused funds launched in the United States fell to 7 against 189 in Europe. More sustainable funds were closed than launched for the first time. "Summary U.S. likely to lag Europe further under Donald Trump U.S. ESG fund flows slide, more anti-climate lawsuits Demand for green innovation to underpin market demand LONDON, Jan 10 (Reuters) - A tu...[+4272 chars]" 2025-01-10T10:31:00 Analysis-Politics, Not Climate, to Drive Sustainable Finance Trends in 2025 Simon Jessop https://money.usnews.com/investing/news/articles/2025-01-10/analysis-politics-not-climate-to-drive-sustainable-finance-trends-in-2025 https://www.usnews.com/dims4/USNEWS/e6b0ce6/2147483647/thumbnail/970x647/quality/85/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usnews.com%2Fcmsmedia%2F77%2Fc224464ee902fb507a01c561170801%2Ftag%3Areuters.com%2C2025%3Anewsml_LYNXMPEL090BG%3A12025-01-10T103144Z_1_LYNXMPEL090BG_RTROPTP_3_GLOBAL-FINANCE-YEARAHEAD.JPG US en Donald Trump's election as U.S. president heralds more regional divergence on everything from fund flows to legal cases and market regulations for sustainable finance in 2025. The pace of change is uneven with the United States lagging Europe. More sustainable funds were closed than launched for the first time across the world in the year to the end of September. "By Simon Jessop LONDON (Reuters) - A turbulent year for sustainable finance is set to continue in 2025 as the return of Donald Trump as U.S. president heralds more regional divergence on everything fr...[+4096 chars]" 2025-01-10T10:29:06 Sustainable Finance Faces Challenges Amid Political Shifts: A 2025 Outlook Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3221389-sustainable-finance-faces-challenges-amid-political-shifts-a-2025-outlook https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_06_2019_18_00_09_3968771.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Donald Trump's return to the U.S. presidency signals further regional divergence in fund flows, legal cases, and market regulations in the sustainable finance industry. However, global resilience in sustainable investment is expected, but with distinct approaches between the US and Europe. Sustainable fund closures, tougher EU rules and mixed fund performance contribute to a complex outlook. The landscape of sustainable finance is poised for another challenging year in 2025, as Donald Trump's return to the U.S. presidency signals further regional divergence in fund flows, legal cases, and...[+904 chars] 2025-01-10T10:16:00 Livestream: Tokyo Auto Salon 2025 Press Conference Jan 10 Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/livestream-tokyo-auto-salon-2025-press-1388797 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1515086828834-023d61380316%3Fixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bixid%3DMXwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHw%253D%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1353%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) will livestream the press conference at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025 from 9:30 a.m. - 9:50 a.M. JST on January 10. The video from the presentation will be archived and official photos will be posted on this webpage after the live stream. "Tokyo, Japan, January 10, 2025―TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) will livestream the press conference at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025 from 9:30 a.m. on January 10. The press conference on this webpage will be li...[+1507 chars]" 2025-01-10T10:03:43 Northern Arc Releases Sustainability Report Showcasing ESG Integration and Long-Term Impact https://aninews.in/news/business/northern-arc-releases-sustainability-report-showcasing-esg-integration-and-long-term-impact20250110153343 https://d3lzcn6mbbadaf.cloudfront.net/media/details/ANI-20250110100317.jpg IN en Northern Arc Capital Limited has released its inaugural Sustainability Report for FY2024. The report highlights its commitment to embedding ESG principles, aligning with UN SDGs, and fostering partnerships. Northern Arc's financial solutions empower communities by providing capital for agriculture, housing, and mobility. "ANI | Updated: Jan 10, 2025 15:33 IST BusinessWire India Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], January 10: Northern Arc Capital (NACL), a leading diversified financial services firm, has released its inaugura...[+2959 chars]" 2025-01-10T09:21:12 Morgan Stanley Investment Management's 1GT Participates in €115 Million Investment in XOCEAN Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Morgan_Stanley_Investment_Management_s_1GT_Participates_in_1 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0oR7gDgNgwE/0.jpg US en equity strategy (1GT) participated in a €115 million. Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) announced today that the 1GT private climate equity strategy participated in €115 million today. for the climate equity. for climate equity strategy. NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) announced today that the 1GT private climate equity strategy (1GT) participated in a €115 million 2025-01-10T09:09:48 With EPS Growth And More, OUTsurance Group (JSE:OUT) Makes An Interesting Case Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/eps-growth-more-outsurance-group-090948937.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f99e03d6864d27459bdfbebc0a8e18a3 US en Outsurance Group (JSE:OUT) has grown its earnings per share by 32% per year, compound, in the last three years. Its revenue grew by 21% to R34b this year. Its CFO and Executive Director, Jan Hofmeyr, made the biggest single acquisition, paying R20m for shares at about R42.27 each. The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even companies that have no revenue, no profit, and a record of falling short, can manage ...[+4478 chars] 2025-01-10T09:09:43 ⚡What Are the New Expiry Days Announced by BSE for Its Stock Market Indexes? https://www.latestly.com/quickly/business/what-are-the-new-expiry-days-announced-by-bse-for-its-stock-market-indexes-6554444.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/1-976803745.jpg IN en BSE revises the expiry days for its Sensex, Bankex and Sensex 50 derivatives effective January 1, 2025. The new expiry day will be Tuesdays, aligning with global market practices, as per BSE's new policy. BSE has revised the expiry days for its Sensex, Bankex, and Sensex 50 derivatives, effective January 1, 2025. The new expiry days will be Tuesdays, aligning with global market practices. 2025-01-10T09:06:35 Indian Gas Exchange seeks regulatory nod to launch 3-6 month contract Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/indian-gas-exchange-seeks-regulatory-nod-launch-3-6-month-contract-2025-01-10 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en The Indian Gas Exchange (IGX) is looking for regulatory approval to launch a 3-6 month gas contract. The new long-duration contracts will have a payment cycle of a fortnight compared to the current 2-3 days. IGX has also signed a preliminary agreement with Austria's Central Europeans Gas Hub. "Jan 10 (Reuters) - The Indian Gas Exchange (IGX) is looking for regulatory approval to launch a 3-6 month gas contract, its chief executive, Rajesh K Mediratta, said on Friday. ""We are awaiting a clea...[+1106 chars]" 2025-01-10T09:04:42 Understanding Sustainability: A Comprehensive Guide to Its Importance and Implementation Riverbender Staff https://www.riverbender.com/news/details/understanding-sustainability-a-comprehensive-guide-to-its-importance-and-implementation-78674.cfm? https://static.riverbender.com/media/4252292119-plantatreevolunteer.jpeg US en Sustainability is the ability to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Environmental sustainability focuses on the preservation of natural resources and ecosystems. Social sustainability emphasizes the importance of social equity, community well-being, and cultural diversity. Economic sustainability involves creating economic systems that provide for human needs while maintaining ecological balance. Businesses that prioritize sustainability experience reduced operational costs, improved brand reputation, and increased customer loyalty. Sustainability also has direct implications for human health. Sustainability has become a buzzword in recent years, often appearing in discussions about climate change, corporate responsibility, and personal lifestyle choices. But what does sustainability truly ...[+6653 chars] 2025-01-10T08:45:01 FBN: Shareholders back Otedolas reforms, term EGM unnecessary Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4034513/fbn-shareholders-back-otedolas-reforms-term-egm-unnecessary.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The proposed N350bn private placement of FBN Holdings Plc by FBN has raised questions about corporate governance and transparency. Some shareholders are concerned about the proposed placement and want to change the law to make it more transparent and fair for all shareholders. Some other shareholders are not. The ongoing debate among some shareholders of FBN Holdings Plc over the proposed N350bn private placement has raised questions about corporate governance and transparency. However, some shareholders h...[+3 chars] 2025-01-10T08:44:42 BlackRock part ways with major climate group after being targeted by Republicans for its efforts on global warming list.metadata.agency https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/blackrock-part-ways-with-major-climate-group-after-being-targeted-by-republicans-for-its-efforts-on-global-warming-11736498369364.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/10/1600x900/BLACKROCK-CLIMATE--0_1736498629844_1736498644670.JPG IN en BlackRock is leaving the Net-Zero Asset Managers initiative. The money manager has been targeted by Republican politicians for its efforts on global warming. BlackRock oversees more than $11 trillion and managed $1 trillion in sustainable and transition investment strategies as recently as September. The NZAMi is a group of roughly 325 asset managers that are committed to achieving net zero alignment by 2050. BlackRock Inc. is parting ways with one of the world's biggest climate-investor groups after being targeted by Republican politicians for its efforts on global warming.The money manager said Thursday ...[+3478 chars] 2025-01-10T08:33:07 BlackRock quits climate group as Wall Street lowers environmental profile Japan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/BlackRock_quits_climate_group_as_Wall_Street_lowers_environm https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mQyfavXGBkk/0.jpg US en The world's biggest asset manager is the latest Wall Street firm to depart an environmentally focused investor group under pressure from Republican politicians. The group was focused on environmentally friendly investments.   . for confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. The world's biggest asset manager is the latest Wall Street firm to depart an environmentally focused investor group under pressure from Republican politicians. 2025-01-10T08:11:42 Breather for online gaming firms as SC stays GST notices worth over Rs 1 lakh cr Telangana Today https://telanganatoday.com/breather-for-online-gaming-firms-as-sc-stays-gst-notices-worth-over-rs-1-lakh-cr https://media.telanganatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GST-1.jpg IN en GST authorities had last October issued showcause notices to e-gaming companies for tax evasion. The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the notices worth over Rs 1 Lakh Cr. The government amended the GST law, making it mandatory for overseas online gaming companies to register in India from October 1, 2023 onward. "Home | Business | Breather For Online Gaming Firms As Sc Stays Gst Notices Worth Over Rs 1 Lakh Cr GST authorities had last October issued showcause notices to e-gaming companies for tax evasion Updat...[+1607 chars]" 2025-01-10T08:09:01 FBN Holdings takes steps to safeguard company interests amid EGM demand reports Nairametrics https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4034366/fbn-holdings-takes-steps-to-safeguard-company-interests-amid-egm-demand-reports.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en FBN Holdings is taking steps to safeguard the interests of the company and its subsidiaries. A group of shareholders are demanding an Extraordinary General Meeting to remove FBN Chairman Femi Otedola and Julius B. Omodayo-Owotuga, a Non-executive/Deputy Chief Executive of Geregu Power. FBN Holdings says it is taking all necessary steps to safeguard the interests of the company and its subsidiaries. This comes in response to reports of a group of shareholders formally requesting an E...[+287 chars] 2025-01-10T08:03:36 "Results of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System (""DAICS®"") 2024 2H Review" Media Outreach Newswire https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/10/tmt-newswire/media-outreach-newswire/results-of-the-ix-digital-asset-industry-classification-system-daics-2024-2h-review/2036626 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/10/511346.jpg PH en IX Asia Indexes announced the 2nd Half 2024 Review of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System. DAICS classifies digital assets into two main categories: Cryptocurrencies and Asset Backed Tokens in a 3-tier system for each category. The industry groups remain unchanged with 5 industries and the industry names and definitions remain unchanged. The number of sectors remains unchanged with 16. There is no modification in Sector names and the definition of the sectors. There are 9 Green coins in this review, labelled green in the following table. "HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 January 2025 - Today, IX Asia Indexes announced the 2 nd Half 2024 Review of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System (""DAICS ® ""), aiming to pr...[+4042 chars]" 2025-01-10T07:40:09 Shares of gaming companies surge as sc halts gst notices https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/nazara-tech-delta-corp-surge-as-sc-halts-gst-notices/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/14222621736494707.jpg IN en The dispute arises from a disagreement over the applicable GST rate for online gaming companies. The firms argue that a 28% tax should only apply from October 1, 2023, while the government insists this revision only clarified an existing law. In August 2023 the law amended to say all online games involving bets would attract a GST rate of 28% on the full value of bets placed. "The tax dispute arises from a disagreement over the applicable GST rate for online gaming companies. The firms contend that a 28% tax should only apply from October 1, 2023, while the government insis...[+235 chars]" 2025-01-10T07:26:16 Adani Wilmar stock tanks nearly 10% after stake sale announcement PTI https://www.telegraphindia.com/business/adani-wilmar-stock-tanks-nearly-10-percent/cid/2076661 https://assets.telegraphindia.com/telegraph/2024/Dec/1735625143_adani-wilmar.jpg IN en Shares of Adani Wilmar tumbled nearly 10% on Friday morning. The stock tanked 9.84% to Rs 292.05 on the BSE and 9.69% on the NSE. The Adani Group will sell 17.54 crore shares (13.50% equity) in the company on January 10 and on January 13 at a minimum price of Rs 275. Singapore's Wilmar International Ltd has agreed to buy the residual stake at a price not exceeding Rs 305. Shares of Adani Wilmar tumbled nearly 10 per cent on Friday morning following news that the Adani Group will raise Rs 7,148 crore from the sale of up to 20 per cent stake in the FMCG firm in the open ...[+1470 chars] 2025-01-10T07:09:01 Fire service launches consultation over priorities Essex https://www.yahoo.com/news/fire-launches-consultation-over-priorities-070901943.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/bbc_us_articles_995/e485ec618714503628c2b87f4dfd1d05 US en "Essex fire service has created a draft Community Risk Management Plan that outlines ""five strategic priorities"" for protecting lives, property and the environment. Residents are being asked for feedback on the priorities by 19 February. The goals were shaped by the results of another consultation last year." "Essex fire service is asking residents for feedback on the areas it should prioritise in the coming years. It has created a draft Community Risk Management Plan that outlines ""five strategic prioritie...[+1372 chars]" 2025-01-10T07:08:56 Essex fire service launches consultation over priorities Henry Godfrey-Evans https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd757pvg3ddo https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/ae08/live/dd46e820-ce72-11ef-9fd6-0be88a764111.jpg GB en "Essex fire service has created a draft Community Risk Management Plan. It outlines ""five strategic priorities"" for protecting lives, property and the environment. The goals were shaped by the results of another consultation last year. Residents are asked to have their say by 19 February." "Fire service launches consultation over priorities The service is consulting the public on a draft list of priorities Essex fire service is asking residents for feedback on the areas it should priorit...[+565 chars]" 2025-01-10T07:05:00 Liberia: President Boakai Appoints New Leadership for LEITI Multi-Stakeholder Group https://frontpageafricaonline.com/news/liberia-president-boakai-appoints-new-leadership-for-leiti-multi-stakeholder-group https://frontpageafricaonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/JNB-2.jpg LR en Monrovia-President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has appointed a new Multi-Stakeholder Group (MSG) to oversee the Liberia Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (LEITI). Its mandate includes improving public understanding of extractive licenses and contracts, ensuring accountability in resource management, and enhancing data disclosure in the sector. Monrovia-President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has appointed a new Multi-Stakeholder Group (MSG) to oversee the Liberia Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (LEITI), a key mechanism for promoting tra...[+3279 chars] 2025-01-10T06:56:55 10/01/2025 Approval of the delisting of ENR Russia Invest SA bearer shares from SIX Swiss Exchange (ENR Russia Invest SA) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/10_01_2025_Approval_of_the_delisting_of_ENR_Russia_Invest_SA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/[] US en On 9 December 2024, ENR Russia Invest SA applied to SIX Exchange Regulation to delist Bear shares from the Swiss Exchange. Art 53 LR received the approval of the application on 10 January 2025. ART 53 LR is the name of the company that owns Bear shares. ")AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT PURSUANT TO ART. 53 LRGeneva, 10 January 2025APPROVAL Of THE DELISTING OF THE ENR RUSSIA INVEST SA BEARER SHARES FROM SIX SWISS EXCHANGEOn 9 December 2024, ENR Russia Invest SA (""...[+40 chars]" 2025-01-10T06:49:51 Stop all payments for supplies https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Stop-all-payments-for-supplies-Jinapor-directs-ECG-1966833 https://cdn.ghanaweb.com/imagelib/pics/322/32270238.jpg GH en John Jinapor, Minister-Designate for Energy, has ordered the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to stop all payments for deliveries. He warned ECG employees that there would be serious repercussions if they disregarded the directive. He highlighted the difficulty in managing ECG's more than 70 accounts effectively. "General News of Friday, 10 January 2025 Source: www.ghanaweb.com As part of efforts to address inefficiencies and stabilize the power sector, Minister-Designate for Energy, John Jinapor, has directed ...[+1851 chars]" 2025-01-10T06:41:29 BlackRock Leaves Major Climate Group Amid Wall Street Exodus Silla Brush https://finance.yahoo.com/news/blackrock-leaves-major-climate-group-194831466.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/vBy0Lm0a7Ith5X4NmZ_ltw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/bloomberg_markets_842/8cf698ba139840d34f32ce4499984804 US en BlackRock is leaving the Net-Zero Asset Managers initiative. The money manager has been targeted by Republican politicians for its efforts on global warming. BlackRock has been the subject of attacks from GOP lawmakers for embracing what conservatives call 'woke' policies. The organisation is a group of roughly 325 asset managers, overseeing about $50 trillion. "(Bloomberg) -- BlackRock Inc. is parting ways with one of the world's biggest climate-investor groups after being targeted by Republican politicians for its efforts on global warming. What Robotaxis B...[+4238 chars]" 2025-01-10T06:01:19 Within a Month, Six Largest U.S. Banks Leave UN Net-Zero Banking Alliance The Center Square https://tennesseestar.com/economy/within-a-month-six-largest-u-s-banks-leave-un-net-zero-banking-alliance/tcsquare/2025/01/10 https://tennesseestar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/bank-of-america_840x480.jpg US en Within one month of each other, six of the largest U.S. banks left the United Nations Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan left the alliance. Since April 2021, 141 banks in 44 countries with more than $61 trillion in assets had joined NZBA. "Within one month of each other, six of the largest U.S. banks left the United Nations Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) not soon after Donald Trump was elected president. Last month, Goldman Sachs was ...[+4362 chars]" 2025-01-10T04:55:07 FBN Holdings: EGM Controversy Not Impacting Company's Operations Nigeria https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/01/10/fbn-holdings-egm-controversy-not-impacting-companys-operations https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/FBN-Insurance.png NG en The stock price of FBN Holdings dropped by 1.27% yesterday. Two of the company's shareholders called for an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM). They want the removal of the Chairman, Femi Otedola, and a non-executive/Deputy Chief Executive of Geregu Power Plc, Julius Omodayo-Owotuga. The company secretary, Adewale Arogundade, said the matter does not impact the operations of the group. "•Stock price drops 1.27% Kayode Tokede The management of FBN Holdings Plc, yesterday reacted to a report by THISDAY Newspaper, stressing that the call for an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) by two...[+3131 chars]" 2025-01-10T04:36:56 DENIS TUKAHIKAHO Ph.D.: Why every cooperative should have an ESG Policy in 2025? Pml Daily Editor https://www.pmldaily.com/oped/2025/01/denis-tukahikaho-ph-d-why-every-cooperative-should-have-an-esg-policy-in-2025.html https://www.pmldaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/3-2.jpg KE en Denis Tukahikaho Ph.D. is an expert on Cooperatives, Financial Inclusion and Renewable Energy Investment. He believes that environmental and social governance (ESG) initiatives are aligned with the ESG agenda. ESG promotes the reputation of cooperatives among consumers and investors. "Denis Tukahikaho Ph.D. is an expert on Cooperatives, Financial Inclusion and Renewable Energy Investment Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) activities have their roots from the implementation a...[+7409 chars]" 2025-01-10T04:12:16 Rebasing: NESG Underscores Importance Of Accurate Data For Economic Transformation Daily Independent https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4033627/rebasing-nesg-underscores-importance-of-accurate-data-for-economic-transformatio.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en accurate data is important for driving Nigeria's economic transformation. Dr. Tayo Aduloju, Chief Executive Officer of NESG, stated this on Thursday in Lagos at the Sensitisation Workshop on GDP and CPI Rebasing, organised by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group. ABUJAThe Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), has underscored the critical importance of accurate data for driving Nigerias economic transformation, saying that it enhances credibility and boosts in...[+174 chars] 2025-01-10T03:00:00 Key trading trends to watch in 2025: insights by global broker Octa Media Outreach https://businesspost.ng/media-outreach/key-trading-trends-to-watch-in-2025-insights-by-global-broker-octa https://i0.wp.com/businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image_1-scaled.jpeg?fit=2560%2C1280&ssl=1 NG en 'SME ESG Charter 2024 enhanced brand image and expanded business opportunities for participating SMEs. Dah Sing Bank and HKSMEA will continue their collaboration to encourage more SMEs to improve their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance and accelerate the transition towards economic sustainability. "'SME ESG Charter' 2024 enhanced brand image and expanded business opportunities for participating SMEs HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 January 2025 – Close to 90% of small and medium enter...[+7821 chars]" 2025-01-10T03:00:00 Chinachem Group Attains International Recognition for Sustainable Media Outreach https://businesspost.ng/media-outreach/chinachem-group-attains-international-recognition-for-sustainable-development-efforts https://i0.wp.com/businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GRESB-KV-Eng.jpg?fit=1620%2C1080&ssl=1 NG en 'SME ESG Charter 2024 enhanced brand image and expanded business opportunities for participating SMEs. Dah Sing Bank and HKSMEA will continue their collaboration to encourage more SMEs to improve their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance and accelerate the transition towards economic sustainability. "'SME ESG Charter' 2024 enhanced brand image and expanded business opportunities for participating SMEs HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 January 2025 – Close to 90% of small and medium enter...[+7821 chars]" 2025-01-10T02:07:08 Chinachem Group Attains International Recognition for Sustainable Development Efforts https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/chinachem-group-attains-international-recognition-for-sustainable-development-efforts-2f249bc9da92a849ebae3b0176115e90 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/5f99a94/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1024x576+0+54/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F47%2F01%2Fd2c95bc9c7fb36ac158aca7407b0%2F930c2aeb4f84ff7a7ece2b62027443d6 US en Chinachem has been recognised as a Global Sector Leader for 2024 in the prestigious Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB). It has achieved the highest possible five-star rating in both the Development Benchmark and Standing Investment Benchmark categories. Chinachem is committed to reducing carbon intensity by 51% by 2030. "Achieves GRESB Five-Star Rating HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 January 2025 - Dedicated to achieving a sustainable, zero-carbon future by prioritising environmental, social, and governan...[+3367 chars]" 2025-01-10T02:05:33 Chinachem Group Attains International Recognition for Sustainable Development Efforts Media Outreach https://www.indexjournal.com/news/business/chinachem-group-attains-international-recognition-for-sustainable-development-efforts/article_b35303f0-56e0-5a3d-9a09-23f891f4550a.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/indexjournal.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/53/153706ed-1145-53d9-a8b9-88eccb772666/678083c54c729.image.jpg?crop=1024%2C538%2C0%2C72&resize=1024%2C538&order=crop%2Cresize US en Achieves GRESB Five-Star Rating in both the Development Benchmark and Standing Investment Benchmark categories. Chinachem Group recognised as a Global Sector Leader for 2024 in the prestigious Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB). "Achieves GRESB Five-Star Rating HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 January 2025 - Dedicated to achieving a sustainable, zero-carbon future by prioritising environmental, social, and governan...[+324 chars]" 2025-01-10T02:01:17 BlackRock drops out of progressive 'Net Zero' initiative as pressure grows to ditch 'woke' groups Charles Gasparino https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/blackrock-drops-out-of-progressive-net-zero-initiative-as-pressure-d2411f447d03a545fc960965cc30822462feb004 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/BlackRock.gif?w=1200 FR en "Larry Fink's BlackRock is leaving the United Nations-sponsored ""Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative"" as pressure grows on big corporations to reverse their woke business agendas. BlackRock said its involvement in the coalition subjected it to legal inquiries from various public officials." "BlackRock is officially out of the so-called ""Net Zero"" coalition of top corporations who pledge to reach zero-carbon emissions by 2050 – a significant blow to the corporate push to embrace progressiv...[+771 chars]" 2025-01-10T00:37:36 Burnsville, Minnesota Triumphs with a 61% Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Source https://hoodline.com/2025/01/burnsville-minnesota-triumphs-with-a-61-reduction-in-greenhouse-gas-emissions-ahead-of-schedule https://img.hoodline.com/2025/1/burnsville-minnesota-triumphs-with-a-61-reduction-in-greenhouse-gas-emissions-ahead-of-schedule-2.webp US en The City of Burnsville, Minnesota announced a 61% drop in greenhouse gas emissions from city operations. The report comes with a backdrop of increased activity within the city, heating and cooling more space, pumping 27% more water, and an upsurge in demand for services. "Source: Facebook/City of Burnsville, Minnesota - Municipal Government In a significant environmental achievement, the City of Burnsville, Minnesota announced a 61% drop in greenhouse gas emissions fro...[+788 chars]" 2025-01-10T00:01:36 Tesco calls on UK government to ramp up support for greener farming https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4394165/tesco-calls-uk-government-ramp-support-greener-farming https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/e7821d7/2ceda20e-ed9a-4d1f-8c43-40bb5cdf7521/7/farming-food-produce-crops-679-419-370x229.jpg GB en Tesco wants the government to provide a clear and consistent plan to support UK farmers in their transition to net zero. Tesco called for long-term food and agriculture policy alongside innovative ideas. for Tesco is calling for a clear, consistent plan for UK farmers. Tesco has urged the government to provide a clear and consistent plan to support UK farmers in their transition to net zero, as it today called for long-term food and agriculture policy alongside inno...[+9 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 EU Competition Regulator Conditionally Clears Synopsys' $35 Billion Ansys Deal Wall Street Journal https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/EU_Competition_Regulator_Conditionally_Clears_Synopsys_35_Bi https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The commission said that the companies' conduct was not good for the public interest. The commission also said that it was not fair for the companies.   for their shareholders.  The commission added that it is not fair on the shareholders. The commission said that the companies' 2025-01-10T00:00:00 The Clima Act: Companies accountable for climate damage The Manila Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/The_Clima_Act_Companies_accountable_for_climate_damage https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The New York Times published a banner story highlighting a new law that penalizes companies for their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York signed the Climate Change Superfund Act into law. This legislation mandates that companies responsible for GHG emissions are fined. FIVE days before 2024 ended, The New York Times published a banner story highlighting a new law that penalizes companies for their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It reported that Gov. Kathy Hochul of...[+116 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 Chinachem Group Attains International Recognition for Sustainable Development Efforts The Arabian Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Chinachem_Group_Attains_International_Recognition_for_Sustai_4 https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Arabian Post has achieved GRESB Five-Star rating. Chinachem Group has been recognised as a Global. Media OutReach Newswire congratulates the group on this recognition.  Chinachem is dedicated to achieving a sustainable, zero-carbon future by prioritising environmental, social, and governance factors. Arabian Post - Achieves GRESB Five-Star Rating HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 January 2025 – Dedicated to achieving a sustainable, zero-carbon future by prioritising environmental, socia...[+116 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 Alan Pergament: Rob Ray's brief disappearance from MSG illustrated media's lack of transparency The Buffalo News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Alan_Pergament_Rob_Rays_brief_disappearance_from_MSG_illustr https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Pergament finds it amusing that media companies who ask government, business and sports officials for transparency don't practice what they preach. Pergament is frustrated and somewhat amused.   pergament.com on Pergaments' blog. It is always frustrating and somewhat amusing to me that media companies who ask government, business and sports officials for transparency don't practice what they preach, Pergament writes. 2025-01-10T00:00:00 SEC notifies EE to rectify financial statements for the year 2023 and Q3 of 2024 (SEC - Securities and Exchange Commission Thailand) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/SEC_notifies_EE_to_rectify_financial_statements_for_the_year https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en SEC has notified Eternal Energy Public Company Limited to rectify the financial statements for the year 2023 and Q3 of 2024 on 10 January 2025 in Bangkok. . The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has notified the company to do so. ) SEC notifies EE to rectify financial statements for the year 2023 and Q3 of 2024 Friday 10 January 2025 | No. 4 / 2025 Bangkok, 10 January 2025 - The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has not...[+85 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 Four Pillars for the future: inside the Squamish Nation climate plan North Shore News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Four_Pillars_for_the_future_inside_the_Squamish_Nation_clima https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Sḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) has created a plan to take care of the land and waters they all depend on. This strategy lays 'the foundation for sustainable development' for the nation. What kind of world do we want to leave for our children and grandchildren? How can we take care of the land and waters we all depend on? The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) has created a plan ...[+110 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 Investors ditch woke causes after Donald Trump's victory The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Investors_ditch_woke_causes_after_Donald_Trumps_victory_This https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Investors are turning their backs on woke causes following Donald Trump's US election victory. Fund managers are more willing to speak out against environmental, social and governance (ESG) and diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) issues, according to Jefferies report. Investors are turning their backs on woke causes following Donald Trump's US election victory. A report by investment bank Jefferies said fund managers are more willing to speak out against environmen...[+107 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 Senior MP's profound concerns over £50bn Shein listing The Daily Mail https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Senior_MPs_profound_concerns_over_50bn_Shein_listing_This_is https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Liam Byrne, chairman of the business select committee, wrote to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and London Stock Exchange about Shein's possible £50billion listing on the London stock market. He raised 'profound concerns' about a lack of transparency from Shein. A senior MP has raised 'profound concerns' with City regulators about a lack of transparency from Shein ahead of the Chinese fast fashion giant's possible £50billion listing on the London stock market...[+120 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 Proposals of F Secure Board's Personnel and Nomination Committee to the Annual General Meeting 2025 for the composition and remuneration of the Board of Directors Roxana Diaconescu and Cornelia Schaurecker proposed as new members (WithSecure Oyj) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Proposals_of_F_Secure_Boards_Personnel_and_Nomination_Commit https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange Proposals of the F-Secure Board's Personnel and Nomination Committee to the Annual General Meeting 2025 for the composition and remuneration of the Board of Directors of the company is published in English and Finnish. ) English Finnish Published: 2025-01-10 08:00:00 CET F-Secure Oyj Other information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange Proposals of F-Secure Board's Personnel and Nomination Committee to...[+95 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 ESG Mindset – A Conversation with Matthew Sekol (Protiviti Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/10/Podcast_ESG_Mindset_A_Conversation_with_Matthew_Sekol_Protiv https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Matthew Sekol is a sustainability expert on Microsoft's cross-industry team. He leads Microsoft's Sustainability Partners to discuss ESG Mindset with Breadcrumb's Board Perspectives podcast. i.e. sustainability global black belt. ) Breadcrumb Podcast | ESG Mindset - A Conversation with Matthew Sekol In this episode of Board Perspectives, our guest is Matthew Sekol, a sustainability global black belt on Microsoft's cross-indust...[+61 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 Authenticity, advocacy and AI: The next chapter of PR REPUTATION https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/01/10/2413045/authenticity-advocacy-and-ai-next-chapter-pr https://media.philstar.com/images/filler/business-logo-filler-thumbnail.jpg PH en In 2025, authenticity became a non-negotiable rule in reputation management. Ethical practices are also under scrutiny in Indonesia, with PR teams implementing stricter protocols against greenwashing and misinformation. The role of PR has expanded toward guiding corporate strategies in alignment with long-term sustainability goals. In a rapidly changing world, public relations and reputation management are at the forefront of challenges and opportunities offered by technological advancements, shifting expectations from consumers...[+8222 chars] 2025-01-10T00:00:00 Shari'ah-compliant listed firms down to 53 Richmond Mercurio https://www.philstar.com/business/2025/01/10/2413038/shariah-compliant-listed-firms-down-53 https://media.philstar.com/images/filler/business-logo-filler-thumbnail.jpg PH en Fewer listed companies were found Shari'ah-compliant by the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) in its latest assessment. The number of listed sharia'ah compliant firms stood at 53, down from 56 in the previous list covering the quarter ending Sept. 25. "MANILA, Philippines — Fewer listed companies were found Shari'ah-compliant by the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) in its latest assessment. Based on the latest review period ending Dec. 25, the number...[+1388 chars]" 2025-01-10T00:00:00 BlackRock Leaves Major Climate Group Amid Wall Street Exodus Font Size https://www.miningweekly.com/article/blackrock-leaves-major-climate-group-amid-wall-street-exodus-2025-01-10 https://cdn.creamermedia.com/assets/articles/images/resized/0001175635_resized_blackrockbloomberg0125q1022.jpeg ZA en BlackRock is leaving the Net-Zero Asset Managers initiative. The New York-based money manager has been targeted by Republican politicians for its efforts on global warming. BlackRock managed more than $1-trillion in sustainable and transition investment strategies as recently as September. "BlackRock is exiting one of the world's biggest climate finance groups for investors after being targeted by Republican politicians for its efforts on global warming. The money manager said Thursday i...[+2402 chars]" 2025-01-10T00:00:00 SLRD to consider climate strategy amendments Luke Faulks https://www.piquenewsmagazine.com/local-news/slrd-consider-amendments-climate-strategy-10049235 https://www.vmcdn.ca/f/files/piquenewsmagazine/images/breaking-news/floodingmainstreet.jpeg;w=960;h=720;mode=crop US en The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District will consider a bylaw update on climate change at its upcoming board meeting on January 29th. The update mostly targets the last of 11 goals in the RGS: taking climate action. It will strengthen emissions reduction targets to a 45-per-cent reduction below 2010 levels by 2030 and reach a net-zero region by 2050 to avoid catastrophic global warming exceeding 1.5 C. "The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District is considering stronger emissions targets, additional ways to assess climate action and new climate policies under a bylaw amendment The Squamish-Lillooet Regio...[+5571 chars]" 2025-01-09T23:59:17 Australia's Star Entertainment falls to record low on liquidity concerns Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/australias-star-entertainment-falls-record-low-liquidity-concerns-2025-01-09 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/FSUJHUZRJ5IKDFRUSS7L7BSAI4.jpg?auth=1ffbf6cfc4681f8d9aa5867fcd9f0a1578ab618db914ba69be6adf2c942934b5&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Star Entertainment shares fell 15.4% to a record low of A$0.110 by 2341 GMT on Friday. The casino operator raised concerns over liquidity and cash after the December quarter and shares fell further on Friday to hit a new record low. Jan 10 (Reuters) - Shares of Star Entertainment (SGR.AX), opens new tab fell further on Friday to hit a record low, after the Australian casino operator raised concerns about liquidity and cash months...[+1089 chars] 2025-01-09T23:27:15 BlackRock Exits NZAMI Amid Political Pressure Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3220908-blackrock-exits-nzami-amid-political-pressure https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/01_07_2024_00_12_21_1396176.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en BlackRock is leaving the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative under political pressure from Republican figures. The initiative advances net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. BlackRock's rivals State Street and JPMorgan remain in the initiative. The trend of prominent firms departing signals a shift in how Wall Street navigates the evolving landscape of climate risk and investor priorities. BlackRock, the world's preeminent asset manager, is exiting the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative under political pressure from Republican figures. The initiative, which advances net zero greenhouse ...[+637 chars] 2025-01-09T22:45:11 Blackrock departs net zero initiative, joining other firms in mass exodus from net zero groups https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/energy/blackrock-departs-net-zero-initiative-joining-other-firms-mass-exodus-net https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2022-10/Blackrock.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=-7JiFQEa US en Blackrock has decided to leave the Net-Zero Asset Managers Initiative. It is the seventh financial firm to quit the group in the last month. Blackrock has over $11 trillion in assets under management. The initiative is a group of 325 asset managers that are committed to achieving net zero alignment by 2050. "Blackrock Inc. has announced Thursday that it has decided to leave the Net-Zero Asset Managers initiative. This marks the seventh financial firm to quit the group in the last month. Blackrock, which h...[+1831 chars]" 2025-01-09T22:31:36 BlackRock quits climate group as Wall Street lowers environmental profile Ross Kerber https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/blackrock-quits-climate-group-as-wall-street-lowers-environmental-profile/ar-BB1rbM3h US en BlackRock is leaving the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative. It is the latest Wall Street firm to leave an environmentally focused investor group under pressure from Republican politicians. The group's members pledge to support the goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, using influence such as how they vote at corporate meetings. "By Ross Kerber (Reuters) -BlackRock , the world's biggest asset manager, said on Thursday it will leave the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative, the latest Wall Street firm to leave an environmentally ...[+3723 chars]" 2025-01-09T22:31:03 BlackRock Withdraws from Climate Group signaling a shift in their green agenda Internewscast https://internewscast.com/business/blackrock-withdraws-from-climate-group-signaling-a-shift-in-their-green-agenda https://internewscast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/cropped-icon-512-32x32.png NG en The world's largest money manager, BlackRock, has quit Net Zero Asset Managers, a global group committed to 'net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or sooner'. Since Donald Trump's election as US president and heightened regulatory scrutiny, conservative politicians have launched lawsuits, regulatory inquiries and boycotts against BlackRock. "Share this @internewscast.com Unlock the Editor's Digest for free BlackRock has become the latest financial firm to bail out of a major climate change group in the wake of Donald Trump's election as U...[+2742 chars]" 2025-01-09T22:02:07 Governments, Industry Call on IMO to Impose Flat Tax on GHG Emissions Meghan Hall https://www.yahoo.com/news/governments-industry-call-imo-impose-220207472.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Y2ePgDTrcsUZtVLa_zVHvg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/sourcing_journal_735/c0cc03fa138c9d8ab33520ffaf6ff2c1 US en A group of 47 governments and the International Chamber of Shipping want the IMO to take action on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in shipping. They want a flat-tax structure that would see shippers paying a levy for every ton of GHG emissions they put into the environment. The EU, the UK, Japan, Korea, Liberia, Panama and the Marshall Islands are in favor of the proposal. The details still need to be ironed out. Island nations are more likely to face the negative impacts of climate change without safeguards in place. "Many governments agree that the 'whatever floats your boat' attitude needs to go, at least when it comes to unrestricted use of fossil fuels. A group of 47 governments has joined forces with the Inter...[+4173 chars]" 2025-01-09T22:00:00 STLLR Gold Publishes its Annual ESG Report Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stllr-gold-publishes-annual-esg-220000428.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/7e34784d0770e2029bb618b9072f8c00 US en STLLR Gold Inc. (TSX: STLR) (OTCQX: STLRF) (FSE: O9D) delivers its Environmental, Social, and Governance Report covering the full year ended December 31, 2023. The report highlights STLLR's commitment to corporate stewardship and sustainable practices while advancing its cornerstone assets, the Tower Gold Project in Timmins, Ontario and the Colomac Gold Project located north of Yellowknife, Canada. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - January 9, 2025) - STLLR Gold Inc. (TSX: STLR) (OTCQX: STLRF) (FSE: O9D) (""STLLR"" or the ""Company"") delivers its Environmental, Social, and Governance (""ESG"") Repor...[+5401 chars]" 2025-01-09T21:57:00 University of Iowa study: Investors react positively to CEOs staying quiet on issues • Iowa Capital Dispatch Brooklyn Draisey https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/2025/01/09/university-of-iowa-study-investors-react-positively-to-ceos-staying-quiet-on-issues https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/lutnickmusk-2048x1536.jpg US en Michael Durney is an assistant professor in accounting at the University of Iowa. He and other researchers studied the impact of CEO statements on investors for more than three years. They found that a CEO staying silent on controversial issues garnered the same positive response from investors as when the CEO put out a stance that they would agree with. However, they found that people responded positively to not seeing the CEO express his views online. "He sees them nearly every day, Michael Durney said — news articles about companies and their chief executive officers either making or walking back a 'controversial stance' on topical issues. These st...[+4149 chars]" 2025-01-09T21:56:40 BlackRock drops out of progressive ‘Net Zero' initiative as pressure grows to ditch ‘woke' groups Charles Gasparino https://nypost.com/2025/01/09/business/blackrock-drops-out-of-progressive-net-zero-initiative-as-pressure-grows-to-ditch-woke-groups https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/BlackRock.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en Larry Fink's BlackRock is quitting the UN-sponsored 'Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative' as pressure grows on big corporations to reverse their woke business agendas. JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Citigroup and Morgan Stanley are dropping their membership from the UN climate coalition. BlackRock is officially out of the so-called 'Net Zero' coalition of top corporations who pledge to reach zero-carbon emissions by 2050 – a significant blow to the corporate push to embrace progressiv...[+2743 chars] 2025-01-09T21:52:42 BlackRock departs climate investment group Rachel Frazin https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/5077576-blackrock-leaves-net-zero-climate-group https://thehill.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/05/BlackRock-building.png?w=1280 US en BlackRock is leaving Net Zero Asset Managers, a climate-focused investing group. BlackRock's CEO declared in 2020 that climate change has become a defining factor in companies' long-term prospects. President-elect Trump has vowed to ban ESG investing. "Asset management firm BlackRock is leaving a climate-focused investing group, the group confirmed. 'We are disappointed to see any investor withdraw, but as a voluntary initiative, we respect any indi...[+1262 chars]" 2025-01-09T21:26:12 47 Nations and Shipping Industry Back Bold IMO Carbon Pricing Proposal g Captain https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/47_Nations_and_Shipping_Industry_Back_Bold_IMO_Carbon_Pricin https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/[] US en A coalition of 47 governments and the shipping industry is proposing a groundbreaking greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions pricing mechanism for international shipping. It is a potentially landmark development for maritime decarbonization. The IMO GHG Strategy Implementation Fund is the main source of funding for the proposal. A coalition of 47 governments and the shipping industry is proposing a groundbreaking greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions pricing mechanism for international shipping, marking a potentially landmark develo...[+80 chars] 2025-01-09T21:18:30 BlackRock bows out of climate group amid antitrust concerns https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/blackrock-bows-out-of-climate-group-amid-antitrust-concerns/ar-BB1rbsvR US en BlackRock (BLK) has decided to leave the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative (NZAMi) due to political pressure. The firm has been criticized by conservative politicians for its environmentalist investments. The NZAMi manages some 325 asset managers seeking to achieve net zero alignment by 2050. BlackRock (NYSE:BLK), the U.S.'s largest asset manager, has decided to exit a major climate group, succumbing to pressure from Republican politicians who have criticized the firm's commitment to addre...[+1798 chars] 2025-01-09T21:13:40 It's a New Year, But NY's Environmental Groups Are Fighting Old Battles Mariana Simões https://citylimits.org/2025/01/09/its-a-new-year-but-nys-environmental-groups-are-fighting-old-battles https://citylimits.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/20230813CityLimitsRavenswood-3732Dim1920X1200-1170x731.jpg US en This year's legislative session starts this week and ends in June. Gov. Kathy Hochul's priority is to pass the Cap-and-Invest program that would put a price on carbon pollution and pass groundbreaking bills to curb the use of oil and gas. The bills failed to pass in the last few legislative sessions. They include a waste reduction bill that promises to limit use of plastic packaging and the NY Heat Act. "That means ironing out the details of a Cap-and-Invest program unveiled by Gov. Kathy Hochul two years ago that would put a price on carbon pollution. It also means passing groundbreaking bills to cur...[+6024 chars]" 2025-01-09T21:02:06 BlackRock to leave major climate group in latest Wall Street exodus Ross Kerber https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/companies/financial-services/2025-01-09-blackrock-to-leave-major-climate-group-in-latest-wall-street-exodus https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/YnxvKNMYNPxwmdfZH1ugjDULwbY8IdNQohOhG-r1FhtF2XRFT9JfOwh8Z7ewK02SuGZv1qzUeDyfFz0jiQCf9MttFF_r3D2q-8xJRho6KweQom8=s1000 ZA en BlackRock is leaving the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAMI) because of concerns raised by Republican politicians. The group has more than 325 signatories managing more than $57.5-trillion. State Street Corporation, a BlackRock rival, remains a member. Boston — BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, said on Thursday it would leave the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAMI), Wall Street's latest environmental step-back amid concerns raised...[+2391 chars] 2025-01-09T21:00:00 Bourse to increase brokerage access to co-location services Nuntawun Polkuamdee https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2936866/bourse-to-increase-brokerage-access-to-co-location-services https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has announced a significant enhancement of its co-location services. It will provide all member firms with access to them from the second quarter. The initiative has three key components: first, free co-locations for SET member firms, access to space and trading system connectivity at no cost to firms, excluding external third-party expenses, second, data transmission transparency and third, equitable data transmission study. "The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has announced a significant enhancement of its co-location services, aiming to provide all securities companies with access to them from the second quarter. The SE...[+2172 chars]" 2025-01-09T20:18:45 BlackRock Leaves Major Climate Group Amid Wall Street Exodus Silla Brush https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/blackrock-leaves-major-climate-group-amid-wall-street-exodus/ar-BB1rbp53 US en BlackRock is leaving the Net-Zero Asset Managers initiative. The money manager has been targeted by Republican politicians for its efforts on global warming. New York-based BlackRock oversees more than $11 trillion and managed $1 trillion in sustainable investment strategies as recently as September. "(Bloomberg) -- BlackRock Inc. is parting ways with one of the world's biggest climate-investor groups after being targeted by Republican politicians for its efforts on global warming. The money manage...[+3798 chars]" 2025-01-09T20:11:42 BlackRock Quits 'Net Zero' Climate Group Ross Kerber https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/blackrock-climate-group/2025/01/09/id/1194497 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=89abb69f-3153-4478-aba5-4ae330590599&SiteName=Newsmax US en "BlackRock is leaving the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative. The group's members pledge to support the goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Republicans have disparaged the efforts as ""woke capital"" and accused them of violating antitrust laws. State Street Corp, a BlackRock rival, remains a member." BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, said Thursday it will leave the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative, Wall Street's latest environmental step-back amid antitrust concerns raised by Republi...[+2486 chars] 2025-01-09T20:03:05 Nissan open to pooling on CO2 to avoid fines in Europe Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/nissan-open-pooling-co2-avoid-fines-europe-2025-01-09 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/3LZU4G47MRMGZGBRJ7YR55Q5YQ.jpg?auth=f9e1372c097eb933eef41a8ea4f84dffed038ffc7d9927dbca5e09ccce777ce4&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Nissan is open to pooling with other carmakers to reach its CO2 targets in 2025. EU filings on Tuesday showed companies including Stellantis, Mercedes and Toyota are planning to buy carbon credits from producers including Tesla and Polestar. Nissan used to be part of a pool on CO2 with Renault, its partner from the Renault Nissan alliance. PARIS, Jan 9 (Reuters) - Nissan Motor Co Ltd (7201.T), opens new tab is open to pooling with other carmakers in order to reach its CO2 targets in 2025, a spokesperson for the Japanese carmaker in Euro...[+863 chars] 2025-01-09T20:01:27 Goa seeks 4-fold hike in share from divisible pool, Rs 32,746 crore for 13 major projects Navhind Times https://www.navhindtimes.in/2025/01/10/goanews/goa-seeks-4-fold-hike-in-share-from-divisible-pool-rs-32746-crore-for-13-major-projects https://www.navhindtimes.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/10-finance1-696x447.jpg IN en Goa has asked the 16th Finance Commission for a four-fold increase in its share of the divisible pool from the current 0.386% to 1.76%. It has also asked for Rs 32,746 crore in state-specific grants to fund 13 major projects across various sectors. "Panaji: The state government on Thursday made a strong pitch before the 16th Finance Commission for a significant increase in its share of the divisible pool—from the current 0.386% to 1.76%. This req...[+3367 chars]" 2025-01-09T19:55:57 BlackRock quits climate group in Wall Street's latest environmental step-back Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/blackrock-quits-climate-group-wall-streets-latest-environmental-step-back-2025-01-09 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/SMVIDSL26RPFFAEKZIO7SDGGP4.jpg?auth=e18e9e1a3d8ef7fba4ee9ef24ed3b7dff423fee79b537bc24970a322b3ed1a67&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en "BlackRock is leaving the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative. The group's members pledge to support the goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, using influence such as how they vote their proxies at corporate meetings. Republicans have disparaged the efforts as ""woke capital"" and painted them as violating antitrust laws." Jan 9 (Reuters) - BlackRock (BLK.N), opens new tab, the world's biggest asset manager, said on Thursday it will leave the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative, the latest Wall Street firm to depart an e...[+3899 chars] 2025-01-09T19:32:06 Morgan Stanley Investment Management's 1GT Participates in €115 Million Investment in XOCEAN Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/morgan-stanley-investment-management-s-1gt-participates-in-115-million-investment-in-xocean/article_60c0602c-05ec-53f9-b0e0-d02429ea3cc2.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en 1GT participated in a €115 million fundraise for XOCEAN, a leading provider of ocean data to the offshore energy and civil hydrography sectors. 1GT was part of an investor consortium that includes S2G Ventures, Climate Investment, and Crown Family's CC Industries. "NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 9, 2025-- Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) announced today that the 1GT private climate equity strategy (1GT) participated in a €115 million fundraise for XOC...[+243 chars]" 2025-01-09T18:51:06 Sky Quarry Inc. Issues Letter to Shareholders Sky Quarry Inc https://www.eagletribune.com/region/sky-quarry-inc-issues-letter-to-shareholders/article_b9794ba7-1395-5daa-a990-02371151f9f1.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Sky Quarry Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYQ) encourages shareholders to transfer their shares from margin accounts to cash accounts to reflect the Company's growth trajectory and market fundamentals. Sky Quarry is an integrated energy solutions company committed to revolutionizing the waste asphalt shingle recycling industry. "WOODS CROSS, Utah, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sky Quarry Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYQ) (""Sky Quarry"" or ""the Company""), an integrated energy solutions company committed to revolutionizing the waste aspha...[+427 chars]" 2025-01-09T18:32:01 Stakeholders Rallied To Strengthen Capital Market Integrity Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4033181/stakeholders-rallied-to-strengthen-capital-market-integrity.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Director General of Nigerias Securities and Exchange Commission, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has called on stakeholders to work collectively toward building a capital market that is fair, transparent and inclusive. Dr. Agama emphasised the indispensable role of equity and accountability in attracting investors. The Director General of Nigerias Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has called on stakeholders to work collectively toward building a capital market that is fair, transpare...[+283 chars] 2025-01-09T18:22:46 Vistria Group closes its largest-ever private-equity fund Crain's Chicago Business https://www.chicagobusiness.com/finance-banking/vistria-group-closes-its-largest-ever-private-equity-fund https://s3-rd-prod.chicagobusiness.com/styles/1200x630/s3/Blue%20Cross%20Blue%20Shield%20Tower.jpg US en Vistria Group has raised $3 billion for its fifth private equity investment vehicle. The new fund took two years to raise and brings Vistria's total assets under management to $16 billion. The company has 39 portfolio companies and plans to open an office in New York near the end of 2023. 'The nice thing for us it is the same strategy, the same targeted industries that we have always been focused on,' Kip Kirkpatrick, Vistria Group's co-chairman and co-chief executive officer, said in ...[+1164 chars] 2025-01-09T16:56:50 MP Arko Nokoe Calls for Privatization of Retail Power Sector to Boost Efficiency News Ghana https://newsghana.com.gh/mp-arko-nokoe-calls-for-privatization-of-retail-power-sector-to-boost-efficiency https://newsghana.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/mr-kofi-arko-nokoe-.jpg GH en Member of Parliament for Evalue-Ajomoro-Gwira, Arko Nokoe, has called for strategic reforms in Ghana's power sector to reduce losses and improve operational efficiency. He expressed frustration with the current bureaucratic processes, particularly in the retail chain of electricity distribution. He suggested that privatizing the retail aspect of the power sector could help address these issues. He also highlighted the substantial debt the government owes to the Electricity Company of Ghana. "Arko Nokoe The Member of Parliament for Evalue-Ajomoro-Gwira, Arko Nokoe, has called for strategic reforms in Ghana's power sector to reduce losses and improve operational efficiency. Speaking in an i...[+1647 chars]" 2025-01-09T16:49:00 Wolters Kluwer recognized as a Leader in EHS software by independent research firm Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wolters-kluwer-recognized-leader-ehs-164900321.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/OZeavtKSmPph15.8w5.Z_w--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zMjM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/b676e98057fb8e98df98f44fd628ddbb US en Wolters Kluwer has been recognized as a Leader in the Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2025 report. The report provides a detailed fact-based comparison of the 21 most prominent environment, health and safety (EHS) platform solutions in the market. 80% of the top ten pharmaceuticals firms, 50% of top ten chemicals producers and 70% of technology giants use Wolters Kluzer Enablon. NEW YORK, January 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services, has announced that it has been named as a Leader in the Verd...[+3785 chars] 2025-01-09T16:42:03 The quantum leap needed for a more sustainable world The Manila Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/The_quantum_leap_needed_for_a_more_sustainable_world https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/[] US en The world adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2012. Data reveals that halfway through the timeline, data reveals that the world is not on track to meet the 2030 deadline as expected. i.e. the 2030 sustainable development goals (SDG) deadline. ANOTHER year has passed, bringing the world closer to the 2030 sustainable development goals (SDGs) deadline. The world adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2012 and halfway through the...[+32 chars] 2025-01-09T16:00:10 Chart Industries Named to Newsweek's 2025 Most Responsible Companies List Chart Industries https://www.eagletribune.com/region/chart-industries-named-to-newsweek-s-2025-most-responsible-companies-list/article_a62ebdf7-7e1b-5be8-ad4b-698d67463992.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Chart Industries, Inc. has been recognized for its dedication to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives for the second consecutive year on Newsweek's 2025 America's Most Responsible Companies list. The company ranks #287, moving up 250 spaces from the 2024 ranking. In the Capital Goods sector, Chart achieved #32 ranking out of 75 companies. ATLANTA, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chart Industries, Inc. (NYSE: GTLS) ('Chart'), a global leader in clean energy and industrial gas solutions, is proud to announce its recognition on Newsweek...[+517 chars] 2025-01-09T15:48:04 Leading High-Performance Teams In A Chaotic World London Business School https://www.forbes.com/sites/lbsbusinessstrategyreview/2025/01/09/leading-high-performance-teams-in-a-chaotic-world https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/677fece86fdf1f0b5e831a66/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en High-performance teams require trust, collaboration and a culture where people can experiment, share ideas, and learn from failures without fear of retribution. Business leaders are dealing with complex, cross-national, and highly technical problems involving climate, economics, and technology. Relationships and empathy are important for motivating others. "High-performance teams require trust, collaboration and a culture where people can experiment, share ... [+] ideas, and learn from failures without fear of retribution The world is much more volatile ...[+5787 chars]" 2025-01-09T15:12:32 Adani Group's Strategic Exit from Adani Wilmar: Focus on Core Infrastructure Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3220545-adani-groups-strategic-exit-from-adani-wilmar-focus-on-core-infrastructure https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/13_08_2024_13_41_58_4539159.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en The Adani Group is selling up to 20% of its stake in Adani Wilmar. The sale will help the conglomerate focus on infrastructure investments. The transaction is expected to fetch the Adani group in excess of USD 2 billion. It follows the company's legal challenges, including federal allegations of fraud. The Adani Group is set to divest from its FMCG arm, Adani Wilmar, by offloading up to 20 percent of its stake in a move to narrow its focus on infrastructure investments. The decision aligns with the ...[+714 chars] 2025-01-09T14:49:46 Correction Notice of Press Release Announcing Closing of Shares for Debt Settlement and Private Placement Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/Correction_Notice_of_Press_Release_Announcing_Closing_of_Sha https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/[] US en Clear Blue Technologies International Inc. (TSXV:CLXV) is a Canadian technology company based in Toronto and trading on the TSX-V. It's going public on January 9th, 2025. For confidential support call the company on 1-800-847-8255. TORONTO, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clear Blue Technologies International Inc. (TSXV: 2025-01-09T14:40:02 Cannock-based Axil achieves gold standard rating Rebecca Miller https://www.expressandstar.com:443/your-world/2025/01/09/cannock-based-axil-achieves-gold-standard-rating https://www.expressandstar.com/resizer/v2/https%3A%2F%2Fcontentstore.nationalworld.com%2Fimages%2Ff144a6b3-f78d-4b8c-9262-232358be1f8d.jpg?auth=59c04e80ce28041dd093a2ea277ee4e9a65a59524ff5aa0a2a8da63f0c978609&width=1200 GB en Axil has received a Gold medal from EcoVadis. The company partners with customers across the UK to transform waste management through innovative solutions that drive both environmental and financial savings. Since 2018 Axil has seen over £40 million in revenue growth. Gina Rudkin, Head of Sustainability and Zero Waste at Axil, is proud of the achievement. "This milestone places Axil in the top 5% of companies worldwide, across all industries, from over 150,000 companies assessed - a significant leap from last year's Silver Medal. Global Recognition: Mov...[+2032 chars]" 2025-01-09T14:39:31 Diligent Secures Top Spot as the Leading ERM Solution Provider in Wheelhouse IRM Navigator™ Quarterly Insight Report Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/diligent-secures-top-spot-as-the-leading-erm-solution-provider-in-wheelhouse-irm-navigator-quarterly/article_6a84b2c7-22bb-5b19-8a3c-553fc5e1e819.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/d/f4/df43adfb-4a85-5a7b-a43f-29652839627b/677fdb6e0f9d5.image.jpg?crop=1686%2C885%2C0%2C171&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Diligent has been recognized as an IRM40 Market Leader and an Integrator in the IRM Navigator™ Vendor Compass for the ERM segment. Diligent was praised for its exceptional board-level focus, deep understanding of governance practices and use of innovative technologies, including advanced analytics and artificial intelligence (AI). "NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 9, 2025-- This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: (Graphic: Business Wire) 'Diligent exemplifies leadership in enterprise risk management as ...[+2269 chars]" 2025-01-09T14:29:49 Opportunity Analysis, Efforts and Actions on SDGs Taken by Solution Providers in the Contact Center Industry as Part of Broader ESG Plans https://apnews.com/press-release/business-wire/dublin-951425e626db404397d2a57fa4417a14 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The 'ESG Initiatives in the Contact Center, 2024' report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. It details what efforts are currently table stakes in ESG and highlights some providers that are excelling in making an impact on SDGs. "The 'ESG Initiatives in the Contact Center, 2024"" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This growth opportunity analysis examines efforts and actions on SDGs taken by solution pr...[+3508 chars]" 2025-01-09T14:16:00 Taiwan unveils expanded carbon reduction reporting plan Ko Lin https://focustaiwan.tw/society/202501090019 https://imgcdn.cna.com.tw/Eng/WebEngPhotos/1024/2025/20250109/1024x996_313728278680.jpg TW en Taiwan's Ministry of Environment unveiled an expanded carbon reduction reporting plan Thursday. Businesses that consume high levels of electricity, oil or fossil fuels will be required to report their greenhouse gas emissions from the previous fiscal year with the government. The plan covers information services providers, department stores, shopping centers, hypermarkets, universities, railway and metro operators, small- and medium-sized manufacturing businesses with a single location that emits more than 10,000 MtCO2e a year and tour buses and freight movers with more than 200 vehicles. Taipei, Jan. 9 (CNA) Taiwan's Ministry of Environment (MOENV) unveiled an expanded carbon reduction reporting plan Thursday that includes other types of businesses outside of the country's biggest emi...[+1979 chars] 2025-01-09T14:04:14 Stellantis hits EV sales targets PA News Agency https://www.bracknellnews.co.uk/news/national/24845325.stellantis-hits-ev-sales-targets https://www.bracknellnews.co.uk/resources/images/18957262.jpg?type=og-image GB en Stellantis achieved the zero emission vehicle (Zev) mandate 'through sales' last year. It sold 39,492 electric cars in the UK in 2024. This represented a 59% increase on 2023 and resulted in a 10% share of the new electric car market. "The company said it achieved the zero emission vehicle (Zev) mandate 'through sales' last year. When Stellantis announced the closure of its Luton factory in November, putting 1,100 jobs at risk, it s...[+3079 chars]" 2025-01-09T13:37:54 Irish scaleup XOcean bags $115M to expand autonomous ocean vessel fleet Siôn Geschwindt https://thenextweb.com/news/xocean-bags-115m-to-expand-autonomous-ocean-vessel-fleet https://img-cdn.tnwcdn.com/image/tnw-blurple?filter_last=1&fit=1280%2C640&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn0.tnwcdn.com%2Fwp-content%2Fblogs.dir%2F1%2Ffiles%2F2025%2F01%2Fxocean-autonomous-vessel.jpg&signature=26c8d2d2bf7dff976513c8a3c735a1f3 US en XOcean has secured $115 million to expand its fleet of autonomous surface vessels. The company was founded in 2017 by James Ives. It uses sensors to gather data on everything from subsurface structures to the temperature and clarity of the seawater. The data is of great value to companies in offshore wind, oil and gas, and carbon capture. XOcean also raised $30 million in June. "XOcean has secured $115mn to expand its fleet of uncrewed surface vessels. Founded in 2017 by James Ives, XOcean builds autonomous boats that zip around the ocean, using sensors to gather large amount...[+2545 chars]" 2025-01-09T13:36:19 Beyond Compliance: Strategic imperative of sustainability in business Laina Likius https://economist.com.na/94351/businesswoman/beyond-compliance-strategic-imperative-of-sustainability-in-business https://economist.com.na/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Logo-2017.jpg NA en Laina Likius is the Sustainability and ESG Specialist for the Capricorn Group. She explains why businesses need to embrace sustainability as a strategic tool for innovation, risk management, and long-term value creation. Namibia is committed to global sustainability, aiming for a 91% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 under the Paris Agreement. "By Laina Likius, Sustainability and ESG Specialist for the Capricorn Group. Sustainability is rapidly becoming a focal point in global business and policy conversations as companies recognise the nece...[+5856 chars]" 2025-01-09T13:02:13 Dah Sing Bank and Hong Kong Small and Medium Enterprises Association Join Hands to Support SMEs to Better Understand and Practice ESG https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/dah-sing-bank-and-hong-kong-small-and-medium-enterprises-association-join-hands-to-support-smes-to-better-understand-and-practice-esg-e7ed2a0fea1649727a0dbf3e56c4866f https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en """SME ESG Charter"" 2024 enhanced brand image and expanded business opportunities for participating SMEs. The Bank and HKSMEA will continue their collaboration with the SME ESG charter 2025 to encourage more SMEs to improve their environmental, social and governance performance. " "'SME ESG Charter' 2024 enhanced brand image and expanded business opportunities for participating SMEs HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 9 January 2025 - Close to 90% of small and medium enter...[+7821 chars]" 2025-01-09T13:00:29 TSG Consumer Partners Announces Promotions Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/tsg-consumer-partners-announces-promotions/article_a53d6e58-d407-5065-8405-f659ed2601a2.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en TSG Consumer Partners, a leading private equity firm, announced nine promotions across the firm and its dedicated portfolio operations and value creation group, TSG Vantage. The firm promoted six members of the investment team, including Alex Gilmore to Principal, Ale Mendoza and Parker Brown to Senior Vice President, Christian Pavlakos, Jordan Phelan, and Phoebe Wallwork to Vice President. "SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 9, 2025-- TSG Consumer Partners ('TSG'), a leading private equity firm, today announced nine promotions across the firm and its dedicated portfolio operations and v...[+458 chars]" 2025-01-09T12:43:27 Tilbury Battery Storage, Ontario: Boralex and Walpole Island First Nation Announce the Closing of a ... Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/Tilbury_Battery_Storage_Ontario_Boralex_and_Walpole_Island_F https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/[] US en Boralex Inc. (TSX: BLX) and its shares are trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The company's stock is valued at $0.01 per share. The Company's shares are traded on the TSX:BLX. "MONTREAL, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boralex Inc. (""Boralex"" or the ""Company"") (TSX: BLX) and its" 2025-01-09T12:41:20 The Collapse of the UN Net-Zero Alliance David Blackmon https://blackmon.substack.com/p/the-collapse-of-the-un-net-zero-alliance https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1f5feefa-c034-4ef8-a281-ebb38877a166_622x311.jpeg US en ESG was the rage in the banking and investing community a few years ago. Globalist governments tried to subsidize an energy transition, but wind, solar, and electric vehicles are not the nifty plug-and-play solutions they had been cracked up to be. Even worse, the advancement of new technologies and increased mining of cryptocurrencies created enormous new demand for electricity. "Subscribe Just a few years ago, ESG was all the rage in the banking and investing community as globalist governments in the western world focused on a failing attempt to subsidize an energy transition...[+858 chars]" 2025-01-09T12:39:17 Aegon Asset Management to adopt SDR label for two of its funds Darius Mcquaid https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/aegon-asset-management-to-adopt-sdr-label-for-two-of-its-funds https://cdn.moneymarketing.co.uk/content/uploads/2023/06/27170543/shutterstock_2142255221.jpg GB en Aegon Asset Management is to adopt the 'Sustainability Focus' label for two of its funds. Schroders and Fidelity International are also planning to adopt this label for their own funds. The SDR rules states that a fund can use sustainability-related terms in their marketing if they have sustainable characteristics. "Aegon Asset Management is to adopt the 'Sustainability Focus' label under the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA's) Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) for two of its funds. The Aegon Sustainab...[+2468 chars]" 2025-01-09T12:30:00 Mason Resources Announces Fully Subscribed Private Placement Financing with Strong Insider Participation Newsfile Corp. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mason-resources-announces-fully-subscribed-123000918.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/newsfile_64/aee3d460fc066f7fe94d402e9674668e US en Mason Resources Inc. announced a fully-subscribed non-brokered private placement for gross proceeds of $1.4 million. Mr. Fahad Al Tamimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors, intends to participate in the Offering, which will result in an increase in his ownership stake to approximately 19.2% on a partially diluted basis. The net proceeds of this Offering shall be used for general corporate and working capital purposes. "Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - January 9, 2025) - Mason Resources Inc. (TSXV: LLG) (OTCQX: MGPHF) (""Mason"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to announce a fully-subscribed non-brokered private placeme...[+8156 chars]" 2025-01-09T12:30:00 Oxy Capital Acquires Over 10% of Montero Mining and Exploration Ltd. Oxy Capital SGOIC https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/oxy-capital-acquires-over-10-of-montero-mining-and-exploration-ltd--848223501.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en Oxy Capital SGOIC, S.A. has acquired ownership and control of 29,800 common shares of Montero Mining and Exploration Ltd. (TSXV: MON) through purchases on the TSX Venture Exchange at a price of C$0.31 per Common Share. The Common Shares were acquired for investment purposes. "LISBON, Portugal, Jan. 9, 2025 /CNW/ - Oxy Capital SGOIC, S.A ("" Oxy Capital"") announces that it has acquired ownership and control of 29,800 common shares ("" Common Shares"") of Montero Mining and Exp...[+3170 chars]" 2025-01-09T11:42:32 First Bank Shareholders Plot Removal of Otedola as Chairman Latestnigeriannews https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4032372/first-bank-shareholders-plot-removal-of-otedola-as-chairman.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The group calls for an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) in the next 21 days in line with section 215 (1) of CAMA. Click here to read the full news report.   . ... .. "This comes as the group calls for an immediate extraordinary general meeting (EGM) in the next 21 days in line with section 215 (1) of CAMA. Click here to read full news.." 2025-01-09T11:00:19 Matthew Lau: Let the market, not competition bureaucrats, police 'greenwashing' Matthew Lau https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/matthew-lau-let-market-not-110019981.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/HXTA29JvtEZzWZePD_EuJQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04OTk-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/financial_post_articles_610/aeec8eb4089ee111b3db8d13f037e5cb US en The Competition Bureau is proposing new guidelines to help businesses assess whether their environmental claims comply with the Competition Act. Pathways Alliance, which owns about 95% of Canada's oilsands production, denounced the changes to the act in June. The Competition Bureau doesn't earn its operating budget or economic power by improving the lives of consumers. The Competition Bureau is proposing new guidelines 'to help businesses assess whether their environmental claims comply with the provisions of the Competition Act' following changes to the act in June...[+4982 chars] 2025-01-09T10:50:57 Stakeholders Rallied To Strengthen Capital Market Integrity New Telegraph-Admin https://newtelegraphng.com/stakeholders-rallied-to-strengthen-capital-market-integrity https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Sec-nigeria.jpg NG en The Director General of Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has called on stakeholders to work collectively toward building a capital market that is fair, transparent, and inclusive. He also extended warm Christmas greetings to the market community, wishing them joy, laughter and renewal during the festive season. "Share The Director General of Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has called on stakeholders to work collectively toward building a capital market that is fair, tr...[+1481 chars]" 2025-01-09T10:35:44 10-year ESG risk planning for EU banks mandated by EBA https://delano.lu/article/10-year-esg-risk-planning-for-eu-banks-mandated-by-eba https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/10-year-esg-risk-planning-for-eu-banks-mandated-by-eba/0.5/0.5/600/400/697193.jpg LU en The European Banking Authority released its final guidelines on the management of environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks on Thursday 9 January 2025. The guidelines aim to strengthen euro area banks and financial institutions' resilience by outlining measures for identifying, measuring, managing and monitoring ESG risks. They will apply to most banks and institutions from 11 January 2026. Small and non-complex institutions will have to comply with the guidelines until January 2027. The European Banking Authority its final guidelines on the management of environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks on Thursday 9 January 2025. Spanning 151 pages, the guidelines aim to strength...[+2151 chars] 2025-01-09T09:30:50 MR.DIY recognized at Creador Impact ESG Awards 2024 Manila Standard https://manilastandard.net/tech/tech-news/314544927/mr-diy-recognized-at-creador-impact-esg-awards-2024.html https://cdn.manilastandard.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/PHOTO-1.jpg JP en MR.DIY companies were recognized at the Creador ESG Impact Awards 2024 held in December at Sofitel KL Damansara. MR.DIy Philippines won the award for its Responsible Supply Chain initiative which champions ethical sourcing. Pet World International was recognized for its sustainable practices. Kogta Financial (India) Limited was honored for its comprehensive employee well-being initiatives. MR.DIY companies celebrated remarkable achievements at the prestigious Creador ESG Impact Awards 2024 held in December at Sofitel KL Damansara, with three MR.DIY companies clinching top honors across ...[+3475 chars] 2025-01-09T09:18:22 SECP seeks feedback on improvements in takeover regulations APP https://dailytimes.com.pk/1254774/secp-seeks-feedback-on-improvements-in-takeover-regulations https://dailytimes.com.pk/assets/uploads/2020/08/app-icon-192x192-1.png PK en SECP has issued a consultation paper to seek feedback on areas of improvement in the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Voting Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2017. Key areas for improvement include streamlining public announcement timelines, revising price determination criteria for frequently traded shares and enhancing disclosure requirements for acquirers and listed companies. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper to seek feedback on areas of improvement in the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Voting Shares and...[+1220 chars] 2025-01-09T09:07:57 Amarillo Economic Development Corporation amends operations amid transparency concerns Michael Cuviello https://www.amarillo.com/story/news/2025/01/09/amarillo-economic-development-corporation-amends-operations-amid-transparency-concerns/77507223007 https://www.amarillo.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/08/NAGN/77554072007-20250107-090418.jpg?crop=3999,2251,x0,y0&width=3200&height=1802&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en Amarillo Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) announced proposed changes to its operations by amending its articles of incorporation and bylaws to enhance transparency and governance within the organization. The changes will be presented to the Amarillo City Council for approval during the next meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 14. Following this, another meeting is scheduled for Jan. 15 to finalize the bylaws, which will be submitted to the city council on Jan. 28. The city council will soon commence meetings to appoint new board members next month. During the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) Tuesday meeting, it announced proposed changes to its operations by amending its articles of incorporation and bylaws, aiming to enhance tra...[+3308 chars] 2025-01-09T08:45:01 SEC plans framework for sustainable government borrowing Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4031966/sec-plans-framework-for-sustainable-government-borrowing.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced plans to enhance the regulatory framework for borrowing by governments and corporates. The aim is to emphasise sustainability and efficiency in the financial sector. Click here to read the full news article.    The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced plans to enhance the regulatory framework for borrowing by governments and corporates, emphasising sustainability and efficiency in the financial s...[+34 chars] 2025-01-09T08:02:53 Within a month, 6 largest U.S. banks leave UN Net-Zero Banking Alliance Bethany Blankley https://www.todayville.com/within-a-month-6-largest-u-s-banks-leave-un-net-zero-banking-alliance https://i0.wp.com/www.todayville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tvrd-net-zero-banking-alliance-2025-01-09.jpeg?fit=600%2C400&ssl=1 US en Within one month of each other, six of the largest U.S. banks left the United Nations Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Goldman Sachs was the first to withdraw from the alliance, followed by Wells Fargo, Citigroup and Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan. They did so after joining the alliance several years ago and pledging to require environmental social governance standards (ESG) across their platforms, products and systems. Since April 2021, 141 banks in 44 countries with more than $61 trillion in assets had joined NZBA. "By Bethany Blankley Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar has expressed skepticism about companies claiming to withdraw from ESG commitments, noting there is often doublespeak in their announcements Within on...[+8419 chars]" 2025-01-09T07:59:38 Disposals put ‘attractive investment' Assura on track to achieve financial targets The Business Desk https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/Disposals_put_attractive_investment_Assura_on_track_to_achie https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cvwhip4dw3Y/0.jpg US en Altrincham-based healthcare property group, Assura, could potentially raise £248m through disposals. Assura's target is to hit its goal of net debt to EBITDA below 9 times and a loan to value below 45% over the next 18 months. Altrincham-based healthcare property group, Assura, could potentially raise £248m through disposals and achieve its target to hit its goal of net debt to EBITDA below nine times and a loan to value be...[+36 chars] 2025-01-09T07:49:00 Tesla to collect $1B from rival makers Craig Trudell Bloomberg News https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2025/jan/09/tesla-to-collect-1b-from-rival-makers https://wehco.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/imports/adg/photos/209112383_insideDtesla_rgb_t1200.jpg?57a0c2296240c280e9492005c3cad63e7cbe80f4 US en Tesla will pool the fleet of electric vehicles it sells this year with at least five other manufacturers, led by Toyota Motor Corp., Stellantis NV and Ford Motor Co. The arrangement allows carmakers to average out the emissions of their fleets, with those selling fewer EVs compensating companies like Tesla that over-comply with limits on carbon dioxide emissions. Volvo Car AB is pooling with Mercedes-Benz Group AG. "Tesla Inc. stands to collect more than $1 billion in compensation from rival automakers that need help meeting tougher pollution standards in the European Union this year, UBS Group AG analysts said. ...[+2794 chars]" 2025-01-09T07:35:37 Rising Share of Bureaucrats in Corporate Boards Sparks Concerns Over Narrow Expertise Korea Bizwire http://koreabizwire.com/rising-share-of-bureaucrats-in-corporate-boards-sparks-concerns-over-narrow-expertise/303097 http://koreabizwire.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/company-board-0000-1024x644.jpg KR en Bureaucrats serving as outside directors in South Korea's top 30 conglomerates has increased. There is a concentration of board expertise in legal and policy domains. Samsung appoints 13 bureaucrats out of 19 new directors, raising its share from 30.5% to 46%. The share of bureaucrats serving as outside directors in South Korea's top 30 conglomerates has increased, resulting in a concentration of board expertise in legal and policy domains. (Image courtesy ...[+2034 chars] 2025-01-09T06:39:58 Renault warns pooling CO2 emissions could weaken EU car industry, calls for clarity Reuters https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/passenger-vehicle/renault-warns-pooling-co2-emissions-could-weaken-eu-car-industry-calls-for-clarity/117075969 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117075969,imgsize-18142,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etauto/passenger-vehicle/renault-warns-pooling-co2-emissions-could-weaken-eu-car-industry-calls-for-clarity.jpg IN en Renault is committed to complying with tighter EU rules on CO2 emissions this year, but believes automakers pooling their emissions could weaken the European car industry. EU significantly lowered its cap on automotive carbon dioxide emissions from January 1, meaning at least one-fifth of all sales by most car companies must be electric vehicles to avoid heavy fines. "French automaker Renault is committed to complying with tighter EU rules on CO2 emissions this year, it said, but believes automakers pooling their emissions could weaken the European car industry . T...[+1138 chars]" 2025-01-09T06:03:41 3 Stocks Estimated To Be Trading Below Fair Value By At Least 34.5% Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/3-stocks-estimated-trading-below-060341329.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/8e5b7feff946a5236949391477b36a92 US en Avant Group (TSE:3836), Decisive Dividend (TSX:DE), Emporiki Eisagogiki Aftokiniton Ditrohon kai Mihanon Thalassis Societe Anonyme (ATSE:MOTO), EnomotoLtd (TSE:6928), Mr. Cooper Group (Nasdaq:COOP), Exosens (ENXTPA:EXENS), Cicor Technologies (SWX:CICN) and Vogo are some of the stocks that are undervalued based on cash flows. As global markets navigate a mixed start to the new year, with U.S. indices showing resilience despite profit-taking and economic uncertainties like the Chicago PMI contraction and revised GDP forecas...[+5887 chars] 2025-01-09T05:50:15 EU Climate Plans At Risk From Public Funding Gap, ECB Paper Shows https://www.esmmagazine.com/supply-chain/eu-climate-plans-at-risk-from-public-funding-gap-ecb-paper-shows-280208 https://img.resized.co/esmmagazine/eyJkYXRhIjoie1widXJsXCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL21lZGlhLm1hZGlzb25wdWJsaWNhdGlvbnMuZXVcXFwvdXBsb2Fkc1xcXC8yMDE3XFxcLzA5XFxcLzIwMDc0NTA0XFxcLzM3MjY5MjEwX2wtMTAyNHg2ODMuanBnXCIsXCJ3aWR0aFwiOjEyMDAsXCJoZWlnaHRcIjo2MjcsXCJkZWZhdWx0XCI6XCJodHRwczpcXFwvXFxcL2ltZy5yZXNpemVkLmNvXFxcL25vLWltYWdlLnBuZ1wiLFwib3B0aW9uc1wiOltdfSIsImhhc2giOiIxODA3NWE5MGJlY2M5MDlkNTA3OThhNDZkM2RiNjBmZjU2NjcwZGE0In0=/eu-climate-plans-at-risk-from-public-funding-gap-ecb-paper-shows.jpg IE en The European Union risks falling short later this decade of the public funds it needs to achieve its climate goals. The EU aims to be climate-neutral by 2050. The necessary public funding for this year and next is in place, but a gap could open up from 2027. European Union marine fuel rules effective from January 1 will raise shipping costs. "The European Union risks falling significantly short later this decade of the public funds it needs to achieve its climate goals, a study published by the European Central Bank showed. The EU aims to ...[+1528 chars]" 2025-01-09T05:34:09 창원특례시의회, 2025년 ESG경영 본격화 이성용 기자 http://breaknews.com/1084317 https://f.xza.co.kr/http://www.breaknewsgn.com/imgdata/breaknewsgn_com/202501/2025010933575026.jpg KR en ESG is a social networking app. It was created by Facebook in 2025. It is available on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. It's available in English, German, Spanish, and Italian. It has a total of 9 features. It can be downloaded from the app store. "▲ 지난해 11월 의정연수에서 창원시 의원들이 ESG경영 실천 행동강령 서약을 했다. [브레이크뉴스=이성용 기자] 창원특례시의회는 2025년 시민 대의기관으로써 사회적 책무를 강화하고자 '환경·사회·투명(ESG)' 경영을 본격화하며, 정책 개발·연구 등 내실 있는 의정활동을 펼쳐나갈 것이라고 9일 밝혔다. ▲ ESG경영 본격화 창원특례시의회는 오는 2월부터...[+6515 chars]" 2025-01-09T05:04:29 Core Principles for Responsible and Impactful Investment Strategies Zimble Digital https://qrius.com/core-principles-for-responsible-and-impactful-investment-strategies https://qrius.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Qrius-Icon_Black-1.png IN en Immediate Code provides access to investment education resources to help traders navigate responsible investing. Responsible investment is the mixing of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) elements into the investment choice-making technique. The UN Sustainable Development Goals offer a framework for addressing international demanding situations and promoting sustainable improvement. In recent years, the investment landscape has passed through a vast transformation as traders more and more recognize the importance of responsible investment strategies. As global demanding situation...[+7883 chars] 2025-01-09T05:01:35 With 53% ownership, TX Group AG (VTX:TXGN) insiders have a lot at stake Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/53-ownership-tx-group-ag-050135508.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/3c966350f4b40221583d588db987b73f US en The top 5 shareholders of TX Group AG (VTXGN) own 51% of the company. Institutional investors own 15% of TXGN. The group with the most shares is the group that holds the most influence over the company's affairs. The data shows that Severin Coninx is the largest shareholder with 13% of shares outstanding. Private companies own 17%. "Insiders appear to have a vested interest in TX Group's growth, as seen by their sizeable ownership The top 5 shareholders own 51% of the company Institutions own 15% of TX Group A look at the shareho...[+5068 chars]" 2025-01-09T04:45:46 New law eases corporate bankruptcy for thousands of struggling companies under $2M Singapore News https://theindependent.sg/new-law-eases-corporate-bankruptcy-for-thousands-of-struggling-companies-under-2m https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/depositphotos_47285009-stock-photo-singapore-skyline-and-view-of-e1712051623608.webp SG en Singapore government has passed a new law aimed at enhancing the existing Simplified Insolvency Programme (SIP). SIP 2.0 is designed to offer a more cost-effective and accessible pathway for companies with total liabilities not exceeding $2 million. The new law will bring significant changes to the Simplified Debt Restructuring Programme and Simplified Winding Up Programme. "SINGAPORE: In a move to simplify the insolvency process for smaller businesses, the Singapore government has passed a new law aimed at enhancing the existing Simplified Insolvency Programme (SIP). Thi...[+2088 chars]" 2025-01-09T04:25:00 WANJOHI: Staff engagement stems resignations PAULINE WANJOHI https://www.the-star.co.ke/opinion/columnists/2025-01-09-wanjohi-staff-engagement-stems-resignations https://cms.eu-central-1.linodeobjects.com/image/2025/01/3c5b0a39-6247-417d-af38-117bdea2d1ee.png?1736398359217 KE en According to a 2024 survey, low employee engagement costs the global economy nine per cent of the global GDP. Only 20% of employees across Subsaharan Africa are engaged, with 15% actively disengaged. The single most sought-after resource is talent and by talent it is not just about experience, but about traits such as attitude, agility, creativity, innovation, growth orientation and team skills. "Staff engagement stems resignations /FILE Every year, many companies are at a loss on what to do to stem resignation notices. Many try to understand why the employees left and put in place pro-employe...[+4187 chars]" 2025-01-09T04:13:36 LGs to benefit from SEC borrowing framework Temitope Aina https://punchng.com/lgs-to-benefit-from-sec-borrowing-framework https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/30212513/Agama-839x630.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced plans to strengthen its regulatory framework for borrowing by both government and corporate entities. The move comes amid the Supreme Court ruling mandating direct subventions from the federal government to all 774 local government areas. The SEC also plans to diversify the Nigerian capital market by introducing derivatives. The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced plans to strengthen its regulatory framework for borrowing by both government and corporate entities, with an emphasis on ensuring financial sustai...[+2410 chars] 2025-01-09T04:07:07 MOF urged to focus on R&D funds for sustainable tech and ethical AI governance as it prepares Budget 2025 Singapore News https://theindependent.sg/mof-urged-to-focus-on-rd-funds-for-sustainable-tech-and-ethical-ai-governance-as-it-prepares-budget-2025 https://media.theindependent.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Screenshot-2024-07-17-at-2.50.43%E2%80%AFPM-e1721210109712.jpg SG en KPMG and the Singapore Institute of Directors have urged the 2025 budget to focus on advancing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) priorities. They proposed initiatives to establish national frameworks and a centralized ESG reporting hub. They also recommended the creation of a decarbonization assistance facility to provide grants and loans to businesses in hard-to-abate sectors. "SINGAPORE: In a joint statement, KPMG and the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID) have urged the 2025 budget to focus on advancing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) priorities. The organi...[+1993 chars]" 2025-01-09T04:04:42 3 Prominent Stocks Estimated To Be Trading At Discounts Of Up To 49.9% Below Intrinsic Value Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/3-prominent-stocks-estimated-trading-040442487.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cad82122f76c67777bddf343c22280b4 US en Avant Group, Decisive Dividend, Emporiki Eisagogiki Aftokiniton Ditrohon kai Mihanon Thalassis Societe Anonyme (ATSE:MOTO), EnomotoLtd (TSE:6928), Mr. Cooper Group (NasdaqCM:COOP), Vogo (ENXTPA:ALVGO) and Exosens are among the 881 stocks from our Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener. As global markets navigate mixed performances and economic uncertainties, investors are increasingly focused on identifying opportunities amid fluctuating indices. Despite recent contractions in manuf...[+5917 chars] 2025-01-09T02:58:00 Gas distributor ups stake in Sigiriya Village Hotel to 10% https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Gas-distributor-ups-stake-in-Sigiriya-Village-Hotel-to-10/44-771602 https://www.ft.lk/assets/images/img/ft_logo.png LK en Suhada Gas Distributors Ltd. bought 87,237 shares of Sigiriya Village Hotel PLC for Rs. 83.50 yesterday, up by Rs. 1.20 or 2%. Colombo Fort Hotels own 51% stake in the company. Union Investments owns 13%. "Suhada Gas Distributors Ltd., (SGD) has upped its stake in Sigiriya Village Hotel PLC to 10% recently. Bartleet Religare Securities yesterday disclosed to the Colombo Stock Exchange that as at 13 Dece...[+440 chars]" 2025-01-09T02:57:00 SC to hear online gaming companies' plea seeking stay on GST demands Express News Service https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2025/Jan/09/sc-to-hear-online-gaming-companies-plea-seeking-stay-on-gst-demands https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2024-08-30%2Fonx0z7kl%2FSupreme%20Court%20of%20India.jpg?rect=0%2C482%2C7029%2C3690&w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en The Supreme Court agreed to hear petitions by online gaming companies seeking a stay on GST demands and related proceedings. The court will hear the gaming companies' plea on Friday. The final hearing on the constitutional validity of the tax imposed on gaming companies may take some time. NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear petitions by online gaming companies seeking a stay on GST demands and related proceedings. The apex court will hear the gaming companies' plea...[+656 chars] 2025-01-09T00:57:50 SECP seeks feedback on improvements in takeover regulations News Desk https://pakobserver.net/secp-seeks-feedback-on-improvements-in-takeover-regulations https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SECP1.webp PK en SECP has issued a consultation paper to seek feedback on areas of improvement in the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Voting Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2017. Key areas for improvement include streamlining public announcement timelines and revising price determination criteria for frequently and not frequently traded shares. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper to seek feedback on areas of improvement in the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Voting Shares and...[+565 chars] 2025-01-09T00:26:36 SECP seeks feedback on improvements in Listed Companies Regulations https://www.nation.com.pk/09-Jan-2025/secp-seeks-feedback-on-improvements-in-listed-companies-regulations https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en SECP issues a consultation paper to seek feedback on areas of improvement in the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Voting Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2017. Key areas for improvement include streamlining public announcement timelines, revising price determination criteria for frequently traded shares and enhancing disclosure requirements for acquirers and listed companies. ISLAMABAD - The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper to seek feedback on areas of improvement in the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Votin...[+1321 chars] 2025-01-09T00:00:00 BlackRock departs climate investment group The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/BlackRock_departs_climate_investment_group https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "BlackRock is leaving a climate-focused investing group. Net Zero Asset Managers is disappointed, but respects the individual decisions of the participants.   . ""We are disappointed to see any investor withdraw from the initiative, but it is a voluntary initiative""" "Asset management firm BlackRock is leaving a climate-focused investing group, the group confirmed. "" We are disappointed to see any investor withdraw, but as a voluntary initiative, we respect any ind...[+106 chars]" 2025-01-09T00:00:00 L&T chairman's 90-hour work week remark ‘reflects larger ambition', says company Hindustan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/L_T_chairman_s_90hour_work_week_remark_reflects_larger_ambit https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "SN Subrahmanyan wants his employees to work 90 hours a week. Larsen & Toubro clarifies that his remarks emphasised that 'extraordinary effort' is needed for ""extraordinary outcomes"" and not being able to make his employees work on Sunday." After the chairman of Larsen & Toubro said he regretted not being able to make his employees work on Sunday, the company issued a statement clarifying that his remarks emphasised that 'extraordinary e...[+256 chars] 2025-01-09T00:00:00 Sonova Announces Changes To Its Board Of Directors MENA FN https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/Sonova_Announces_Changes_To_Its_Board_Of_Directors https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Sonova Holding AG announces changes to its Board of Directors on 09.01.2025 at 06:59 CET/CEST. The changes are related to personnel matters. The company is owned by the German investment company, Sonova Holding GmbH. "(MENAFN - EQS Group) Sonova Holding AG / Key word(s): Personnel Sonova announces changes to its Board of Directors 09.01.2025 / 06:59 CET/CEST Group Media & Investor Release" 2025-01-09T00:00:00 Dah Sing Bank and Hong Kong Small and Medium Enterprises Association Join Hands to Support ... The Arabian Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/Dah_Sing_Bank_and_Hong_Kong_Small_and_Medium_Enterprises_Ass_c https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Arabian Post's SME ESG Charter 2024 enhanced brand image and expanded business opportunities for participating SMEs. Close to 90% of SMEs participating in the charter have acknowledged that. . in Media OutReach Newswire – 9 January 2025 Arabian Post - 'SME ESG Charter' 2024 enhanced brand image and expanded business opportunities for participating SMEs HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 January 2025 – Close to 90% of small a...[+116 chars] 2025-01-09T00:00:00 X CEO signals ad boycott is over. External data paints a different picture. Ars Technica https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/X_CEO_signals_ad_boycott_is_over_External_data_paints_a_diff https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en 90 percent of advertisers who boycotted X over brand safety concerns since Elon Musk's 2022 Twitter acquisition are now back on the company, according to Linda Yaccarino, who was a keynote speaker at CES 2025 and revealed this news at the event. "When X CEO Linda Yaccarino took the stage as a keynote speaker at CES 2025, she revealed that ""90 percent of the advertisers"" who boycotted X over brand safety concerns since Elon Musk's 2022 Twitter ...[+44 chars]" 2025-01-09T00:00:00 Mining needs to commit to intensified decarbonisation goals, consulting firm shows Mining Weekly https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/Mining_needs_to_commit_to_intensified_decarbonisation_goals_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "The rate of decarbonisation is too slow to meet science-based targets and the mining industry needs to commit to an intensified pursuit of the goals, according to consulting.   . ""The mining industry should commit to the pursuit of deccarbonisation goals.""" The rate of decarbonisation is too slow to meet science-based targets and the mining industry needs to commit to an intensified pursuit of decarbonisation goals, consulting 2025-01-09T00:00:00 McDonald's Stands Firm Against DEI Pushback, Emphasizes Inclusion Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/09/McDonald_s_Stands_Firm_Against_DEI_Pushback_Emphasizes_Inclu https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en McDonald's is the latest company to communicate changes to its diversity and equity and inclusion strategy. It is under growing scrutiny of corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. It's the latest in a long list of companies to do so.   Under growing scrutiny of corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, McDonald's is the latest company to publicly communicate changes to its DEI strategy. 2025-01-09T00:00:00 What is our climate vision for the NDCs? Soha Nisar https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1270102-what-is-our-climate-vision-for-the-ndcs https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-09/1270102_073004_updates.jpg PK en Pakistan's ability to translate its climate change goals into meaningful action will determine whether the country can rise to the challenge or be swept away by the tides of ecological disaster. Pakistan has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 60 per cent by 2030, with 35 per cent of this target contingent on international financial support. The energy sector is the largest contributor to Pakistan's carbon emissions. The government's commitment to phasing out coal imports is a step in the right direction, but it must be followed by decisive action. As Pakistan stands at the precipice of 2025, the urgency to confront the climate crisis has never been more pronounced. The revised Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), which form the backbone ...[+7079 chars] 2025-01-09T00:00:00 Can a Sustainable Product Become an Easy and Convenient Everyday Choice? https://www.baltictimes.com/can_a_sustainable_product_become_an_easy_and_convenient_everyday_choice_ https://media.baltictimes.com/media/photos/163239_35247052677fd425af13c_big.jpg EE en Sustainability has become a crucial goal for both businesses and consumers. Latvian companies are already taking significant steps in this direction. Sustainability is no longer seen solely as a corporate responsibility initiative but as a vital competitive factor. The food industry accounts for approximately 30% of all CO₂ emissions globally. Rimi has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and is actively working to reduce its carbon footprint. Sustainability has become a crucial goal for both businesses and consumers, with the food industry playing a pivotal role – globally, it accounts for approximately 30% of all CO₂ emissions. As an indu...[+3792 chars] 2025-01-09T00:00:00 McDonald's Walks Away From Super-Sized Wokeness Suzanne Bowdey https://patriotpost.us/opinion/113372-mcdonalds-walks-away-from-super-sized-wokeness-2025-01-09 https://img.patriotpost.us/01JEXHCW79T3M27BH0Q0MPDCEK.png?w=1200&h=630 US en The Golden Arches had a perfect 100% score on LGBT activism from the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) just last year. In a letter made public on Monday, the fast-food chain announced that this new year meant turning a new leaf on diversity. Activist Robby Starbuck had contacted the company on Friday and warned the marketing director that he was about to expose McDonald's woke policies. "By Suzanne Bowdey The calendar may have changed, but 2025 is picking up right where last year left off in the battle against corporate wokeness. In the biggest shocker since Walmart, fast-food icon Mc...[+5389 chars]" 2025-01-08T23:34:18 Carbon Done Right Announces Closing of First Tranche and Upsizing of Non-Brokered Private Placement Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/carbon-done-right-announces-closing-of-first-tranche-and-upsizing-of-non-brokered-private-placement https://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/ti?nf=OTMyOTA3OCM2Njg1ODU1IzUwMDEyNzg1Nw== CA en Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. has completed the first tranche of its non-brokered private placement and has issued 7,000,000 shares at a price of $0.015 per share for gross proceeds of $105,000. The Company is also planning to upsize the private placement to raise total proceeds of approximately $350,000 at a prices of $ 0.015. VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. ('Carbon Done Right' or the 'Company') (TSXV: KLX) (FSE: Q1C), a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits sou...[+551 chars] 2025-01-08T23:30:00 Carbon Done Right Announces Closing of First Tranche and Upsizing of Non-Brokered Private Placement https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/carbon-done-announces-closing-first-233000647.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/dde19a3767bf58d21d0d9d71c98d341a US en Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. has completed the first tranche of its non-brokered private placement and has issued 7,000,000 shares at a price of $0.015 per share for gross proceeds of $105,000. The Company plans to use the proceeds for continued investment into operations and corporate support for the Company's flagship forest carbon restoration project and to meet investment requirements associated with the final milestone payment under the previously announced pre-purchase agreement (April, 2023). The Offering is expected to close during January 2025. "VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Done Right Developments Inc. (""Carbon Done Right"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV: KLX) (FSE: Q1C), a leading provider of high-quality carbon credits so...[+5620 chars]" 2025-01-08T23:30:00 Beyond the perks: What will it take to attract and retain top talent in 2025?, ETHRWorldSEA Vanshika Rastogi https://hrsea.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/workplace/beyond-the-perks-what-will-it-take-to-attract-and-retain-top-talent-in-2025/117056791 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117056791,imgsize-21750,width-1200,height=765,overlay-ethrsea/news/workplace/beyond-the-perks-what-will-it-take-to-attract-and-retain-top-talent-in-2025.jpg IN en By 2025, flexibility will be a baseline expectation. Top talent will gravitate toward companies that prioritise diverse hiring, fair pay, and inclusive culture where everyone feels valued. The rapid pace of technological advancements demands a workforce that's always learning. Employees want health and well-being support that goes beyond traditional health insurance. They prefer working in an environment that addresses burnout, encourages healthy habits, and creates safe spaces for employees to seek help. Organizations should align the organisation's brand and vision with its employee value proposition (EVP). "Advt Flexible working hours as a non-negotiable perk: By 2025, flexibility will be a baseline expectation. This includes remote work options, adaptable hours, and even a four-day workweek for some ind...[+5706 chars]" 2025-01-08T22:45:07 Women show worth on company boards Scmp Editorial https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3293952/women-show-worth-company-boards https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_editorial/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/01/08/c2ca9ae9-e949-47ea-89ec-0890d120b737_05b57f3d.jpg?itok=QzQhGX79&v=1736342139 HK en 80 Hong Kong-listed companies do not have at least one woman on their boards of directors. Three years ago, 40% of listed companies had all-male boards. Now they are down to about 3% of 2,650 listed companies, according to HKEX data. More than 80 Hong Kong-listed companies still do not have at least one woman on their boards of directors, according to the city's bourse operator. In the 50th anniversary year of the first UN world c...[+1748 chars] 2025-01-08T22:34:35 RUDA pledges eco-friendly development News Desk https://tribune.com.pk/story/2520930/ruda-pledges-eco-friendly-development https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/RUDA1736375610-0/RUDA1736375610-0.jpg PK en RUDA's 21st board meeting considered an agenda related to the concept of clean, green, sustainable and eco-friendly city. RUDA is the only upcoming city which has ingrained the benchmark of net zero carbon emission. Chaharbagh is a litmus with 30% green areas and pedestrian oriented development. Controlling carbon and methane emissions from Mehmood Booti dump site is under way. "RUDA's 21st board meeting chaired by Shahid Ashraf Tarar considered an agenda related to the concept of clean, green, sustainable and eco-friendly city. RUDA is the only upcoming city which has ingrai...[+630 chars]" 2025-01-08T21:55:59 US activists' demands push up stock prices but maybe not for long, Lazard report says Svea Herbst-Bayliss https://finance.yahoo.com/news/us-activists-demands-push-stock-215559769.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/9fb3cee562bc31d5e116dbcb66e5b821 US en Investment bank Lazard's annual review of shareholder activism shows that activist investors can send a target company's stock price surging. However, the gains are not always long-lasting and the share prices of some target companies sink after an initial pop. Global activist campaigns hit a new high last year. "By Svea Herbst-Bayliss NEW YORK (Reuters) - Demands by U.S. activist investors can send a target company's stock surging, and new data from investment bank Lazard show that these corporate nudges gene...[+2661 chars]" 2025-01-08T21:45:56 X CEO Linda Yaccarino Defends Elon Musk, Predicting ‘Overwhelming Success of DOGE' Aaron Mok https://observer.com/2025/01/x-ceo-linda-yaccarino-elon-musk-doge https://observer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/GettyImages-2192344965.jpg?quality=80 US en Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X Corp., formerly Twitter, was interviewed at CES in Las Vegas this week. She supports the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a newly formed federal department within the upcoming Trump administration to cut down on government bureaucracy and stimulate business activity. X will double down on Trend Genius, a feature that allows advertisers to tie the launch of marketing campaigns to trends on X in real time, to generate more ad revenue. "Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X Corp., formerly Twitter, speaks the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada, on January 7, 2025. Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images During an onstage intervie...[+3213 chars]" 2025-01-08T21:30:00 Eastman awarded for workplace equality Allison Winters https://www.timesnews.net/news/eastman-awarded-for-workplace-equality/article_42fd9182-ce00-11ef-a608-833945a9caa0.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/timesnews.net/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/29/c29c455a-ce00-11ef-84b8-dbadfa793443/677ee2e716f41.image.jpg?crop=1750%2C919%2C0%2C119&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Eastman Chemical Co. was one of 765 businesses to score a 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2025 Corporate Equality Index. The index is based on the company's performance on the HRCF's corporate equality index. The company is based in King'sport. KINGSPORT — Eastman Chemical Co. was one of 765 businesses to score a 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2025 Corporate Equality Index. 2025-01-08T21:28:55 SECP takes steps to strengthen regulatory framework governing takeover transactions Sohail Sarfraz https://www.brecorder.com/news/40341818/secp-takes-steps-to-strengthen-regulatory-framework-governing-takeover-transactions https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/01/677f338b869ae.jpg PK en SECP has taken measures to strengthen the regulatory framework governing takeover transactions of listed companies by enhancing transparency and introducing measures for safeguarding rights of minority shareholders. Key areas of improvement include streamlining public announcement timelines, revising price determination criteria for frequently traded shares and enhancing disclosure requirements for acquirers and listed companies. ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has taken measures to strengthen the regulatory framework governing takeover transactions of listed companies by enhancing transpar...[+2087 chars] 2025-01-08T21:03:57 SolarEdge Stock Tumbles As Morgan Stanley Analysts Reiterate ‘Underweight' Rating: Retail Sentiment Dips Stocktwits Inc https://newsable.asianetnews.com/markets/solaredge-stock-tumbles-as-morgan-stanley-analysts-reiterate-underweight-rating-retail-sentiment-dips-spsfuk https://static-gi.asianetnews.com/images/stockwitz/image-e93c9880-a233-439c-b30e-3cf997d36a39_1200x630xt.jpg IN en SolarEdge Technologies (SEDG) stock is down more than 13% in mid-day trade on Wednesday. Morgan Stanley analysts reiterated their 'Underweight' rating for the stock. On Monday, SolarEdge announced its fourth round of layoffs in 12 months and 400 employees were impacted. The company expects this restructuring to cost between $3 million and $5 million. However, it expects to save between $9 and $11 million in quarterly expenses. SEDG's shares have declined over 43% in the past 6 months and 80% in past year. "Shares of SolarEdge Technologies (SEDG) tumbled in mid-day trade on Wednesday after Morgan Stanley analysts reiterated their 'Underweight' rating for the stock. SolarEdge stock was down more than 13% ...[+1518 chars]" 2025-01-08T21:00:00 Sector banks on sustainable travel trend Molpasorn Shoowong https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2936001/sector-banks-on-sustainable-travel-trend https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/01/09/5417121_700.jpg TH en The tourism sector needs to adopt more green practices and wellness programmes to make Thailand a top destination. The subcommittee wants to become a middleman to draw up a tourism agenda. The panel wants to promote rail tourism as a new opportunity for low-carbon travel. Phuket will host the 2026 GSTC Conference emphasising Thailand as a sustainable destination. The tourism sector needs to capture rising sustainable travel demand to make Thailand a top destination by utilising more green practices and wellness programmes, while luring tourists to newer local ...[+2490 chars] 2025-01-08T21:00:00 Tourism sector banks on sustainable travel trend Molpasorn Shoowong https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2936001/tourism-sector-banks-on-sustainable-travel-trend https://static.bangkokpost.com/media/content/dcx/2025/01/09/5417121_700.jpg TH en Thailand's tourism sector needs to adopt more green and sustainable practices to make the kingdom a top destination. The subcommittee of the National Soft Power Strategy Committee wants to promote rail tourism and wellness tourism. Phuket will host the 2026 GSTC Conference, emphasising Thailand as a sustainable destination. Thailand's tourism sector needs to capture rising sustainable travel demand to make the kingdom a top destination by utilising more green practices and wellness programmes, while luring tourists to ne...[+2377 chars] 2025-01-08T20:16:00 Within a month, 6 largest U.S. banks leave UN Net-Zero Banking Alliance Bethany Blankley https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/within-a-month-6-largest-u-s-banks-leave-un-net-zero-banking-alliance/ar-AA1xcaQ9 US en Six of the largest U.S. banks left the United Nations Net-Zero Banking Alliance within one month of each other. Goldman Sachs was the first to withdraw from the alliance, followed by Wells Fargo, Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan. Since April 2021, 141 banks in 44 countries with more than $61 trillion in assets had joined NZBA. "(The Center Square) – Within one month of each other, six of the largest U.S. banks left the United Nations Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) not soon after Donald Trump was elected president. Last mon...[+4266 chars]" 2025-01-08T20:07:38 Public won't need to change lives 'radically' to meet 2035 climate goals Graeme Whitfield https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/uk-news/public-wont-need-change-lives-30739206 https://i2-prod.chroniclelive.co.uk/incoming/article30378995.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200/0_AGP_MDM_041023_0003JPGjpgd-f.jpg GB en The government aims for a 68% reduction in emissions by 2030 and an 81% reduction by 2035 compared to 1990 figures. Emma Pinchbeck, CEO of the CCC, told the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee on Wednesday that the UK can meet these objectives. Dr Emily Nurse, head of net zero at CCC cautioned that the country is falling short of meeting the benchmarks in critical sectors such as surface transport and the implementation of low carbon heating solutions. "Significant lifestyle alterations won't be necessary to achieve the nation's imminent emissions reduction targets, MPs have been told. The government aims for a 68% reduction in emissions by 2030 and ...[+1965 chars]" 2025-01-08T19:50:27 Public will not have to change lives ‘radically' for 2035 climate goal, MPs told Rebecca Speare-Cole https://www.independent.co.uk/climate-change/news/mps-people-climate-change-committee-government-parliament-b2676076.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/08/19/9650559c587ae67341f84e9fd3306db3Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzM2NDUxMTI1-2.77065500.jpg?quality=75&width=1200&auto=webp GB en The Government's climate goals include a 68% reduction by 2030 and an 81% by 2035 on 1990 levels. Emma Pinchbeck, CCC chief executive, said the UK can 'absolutely' meet these goals but it remains off track. Dr Emily Nurse, head of net zero, told the committee that the UK is not on track to meet the 2030 and 2035 targets. "The public will not have to change their lives 'radically' for the UK to meet its near-term emissions reduction targets, MPs have been told. The Government's climate goals include a 68% reduction by 2...[+2975 chars]" 2025-01-08T18:48:00 Cargills Bank wins Silver at CA Sri Lanka TAGS Awards 2024 DM Editorial https://www.dailymirror.lk/business-news/Cargills-Bank-wins-Silver-at-CA-Sri-Lanka-TAGS-Awards-2024/273-299736 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-singapore-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.sg.dailymirror.lk/assets/uploads/image_57c846d1cf.jpg LK en Cargills Bank PLC was recently presented with the Silver Award in the 'Newly Listed Companies' Category at the TAGS Awards 2024. The bank was also recognised with a Certificate of Recognition in the Special Award Category for Integrated Reporting. The awards recognise the bank's dedication to the principles of transparency, accountability, governance and sustainability in its corporate and financial reporting. Cargills Bank PLC was recently presented with the Silver Award in the 'Newly Listed Companies' Category at the TAGS Awards 2024, conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sr...[+2718 chars] 2025-01-08T18:40:44 JSE leadership is giving the old boys club a run for their money Marc Ashton https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2025-01-08-jse-leadership-is-giving-the-old-boys-club-a-run-for-their-money https://i0.wp.com/www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/marc-ashton.jpg?fit=1000%2C1000&quality=89&ssl=1 ZA en The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has always intrigued me as a stakeholder. The current leadership of the JSE deserve some recognition for the way they've reimagined the role of the bourse in South Africa. They have achieved a blend of big-picture strategic elements focusing on some broader ecosystem issues. In December they brought two new property groups to JSE. Maybe it is just the first week of 2025 and I have drunk the optimist's Kool-Aid but a recent Daily Maverick article from former investment banker and CEO Paul Miller (' South Africa's public markets ...[+5700 chars] 2025-01-08T18:40:05 Emera Incorporated Announces Conversion Privilege of Cumulative Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series F Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/emera-incorporated-announces-conversion-privilege-of-cumulative-rate-reset-first-preferred-shares-series-f-2 https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250108160176r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en Emera Incorporated (TSX: EMA) does not intend to redeem all or any part of the currently outstanding Cumulative Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series F of the Company (the 'Series F Shares') on February 15, 2025. The holders of the Series F Shares have the right, at their option, to convert all or part of them into Cumulative floating rate first preferred shares, Series G, on a one-for-one basis. "Article content HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Emera Incorporated ('Emera' or the 'Company') (TSX: EMA) announced today that it does not intend to exercise its right to redeem all or any part of the currently...[+718 chars]" 2025-01-08T18:30:00 We can't afford to take another five-year breather on climate action Fiona Ryan https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8861019/opinion-australias-delayed-climate-targets-raise-concerns https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/pMXRnDj3SUU44AkPpn97sC/3a9cf585-1218-4774-8f2b-37c6adef9347.jpg/r0_140_6000_3290_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en UNEP's latest recommendations on NDCs say global emissions need to drop 42 per cent below 2019 levels by 2030 to stay on track. Australia's current goal - 42% below 2005 levels - translates to just 26 per cent reduction, which is too far off the mark. UNEP's latest recommendations on NDCs say global emissions need to drop 42 per cent below 2019 levels by 2030 to stay on track. Australia's current goal - 42 per cent below 2005 levels - sounds simila...[+110 chars] 2025-01-08T18:27:31 EU 'energetically' probing disinformation, right-wing bias on X, report says Ars Technica https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/EU_energetically_probing_disinformation_rightwing_bias_on_X_ https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/[] US en The European Commission is planning to advance its probe into content moderation on X (formerly Twitter), potentially ordering changes at Elon Musk's social network in the coming months. Since 2023, since the European Commission wants a fair and open online platform environment since 2023. "The European Commission (EC) is planning to ""energetically"" advance its probe into content moderation on X (formerly Twitter), potentially ordering changes at Elon Musk's social network in the coming ...[+87 chars]" 2025-01-08T17:52:24 Assembly Group Announces Promotion of Pilar Caldwell to Partner Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/assembly-group-announces-promotion-of-pilar-caldwell-to-partner/article_422c0a66-b474-5814-a09f-02c4fdafa3fe.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/d7/3d70afd0-2717-530a-8d08-92ef73bee748/677ebeb9991d4.image.jpg?crop=945%2C496%2C0%2C326&resize=945%2C496&order=crop%2Cresize US en Pilar Caldwell has been promoted to Partner and Head of Product & Technology Practice at Assembly Group. Pilar started her career in corporate banking followed by network and business development at GLG. She has been a key player in building executive teams for global enterprise software companies such as Sovos, FlashParking, Prometheus Group, insightsoftware and Buxton. She is known for fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. "AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 8, 2025-- This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Pilar Caldwell, Partner and Head of Product & Technology Practice at Assembly Group (P...[+2323 chars]" 2025-01-08T17:40:22 Societe Generale: shares and voting rights as of 31 December 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/09/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/societe-generale-shares-and-voting-rights-as-of-31-december-2024/2035731 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/09/509985.gif PH en Societe Generale is a top tier European Bank with more than 126,000 employees serving about 25 million clients in 65 countries across the world. The Group runs three complementary sets of businesses, embedding ESG offerings for all its clients. The official Press Releases sent by Societegenerale can be certified using blockchain technology. "NUMBER OF SHARES COMPOSING CURRENT SHARE CAPITAL AND TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTING RIGHTS AS OF 31 DECEMBER 2024 Regulated Information Paris, 8 January 2025 Information about the total number of voting right...[+1428 chars]" 2025-01-08T16:55:15 Trina Solar sites earn first SSI ESG certifications for PV modules PV Magazine https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Trina_Solar_sites_earn_first_SSI_ESG_certifications_for_PV_m https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/[] US en Two of Trina Solar's module manufacturing sites in China have become the first such facilities to complete environmental, social and governance (ESG) assessments under the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) SSI has completed its first ESG assessment. SSI promotes transparency, accountability and responsible practices across the solar value chain. Two of Trina Solar's module manufacturing sites in China have become the first such facilities to complete environmental, social and governance (ESG) assessments under the Solar Stewardship Initiative...[+185 chars] 2025-01-08T16:51:18 Climate related disclosure scenario: Canadian Sustainability Standards Board Standards released; now back to the Canadian Securities Administrators' 2021 Climate related disclosure proposal (Dentons US LLP) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Climate_related_disclosure_scenario_Canadian_Sustainability_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RLr3PWETbtk/0.jpg US en On December 18, 2024, the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board released its voluntary sustainability standards: CSDS 1 (general requirements for disclosure of sustainability-related financial information) and CSDS 2 (sustainability-related information disclosure). January 8, 2025 is the date of the next CSDS. ) January 8, 2025 On December 18, 2024, the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) released its voluntary sustainability standards: CSDS 1 (general requirements for disclosure of sustainabilit...[+36 chars] 2025-01-08T16:47:19 ERI Provides Carbon Neutral ITAD and E-Waste Recycling Solutions in Indiana Business Wire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/ERI_Provides_Carbon_Neutral_ITAD_and_EWaste_Recycling_Soluti https://i.ytimg.com/vi/H05WdeABG48/0.jpg US en ERI is the nation's largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware provider. #ESG--ERI's website is: http://www.eri.com/en/news/press-releases/2013/01/26/news-receipt/ PLAINFIELD, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #ESG--ERI, the nation's largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition (ITAD) provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware 2025-01-08T16:46:26 SEBI Warns Ola Electric for Social Media Disclosure Breach IANS https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/markets-regulator-sebi-sends-notice-ola-electric-violating-disclosure-286 https://www.newkerala.comhttps://one.newkerala.com/images/r/ola-electric--iansf-122236.webp IN en Ola Electric Mobility Limited received an administrative warning from the markets regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), for violating disclosure norms. Ola Electric announced its e-scooter expansion plans first on social media instead of announcing it on the stock exchanges. The company's shares declined 4.78% to Rs 75.38 per share after the warning. "by IANS January 8, 2025 26 views New Delhi, Jan 8: Electric vehicle (EV) company Ola Electric Mobility Limited has received an administrative warning from the markets regulator, the Securities and Exc...[+1898 chars]" 2025-01-08T16:45:00 Beyond Housing boss ‘incredibly proud' as group invests £40m to improve green credentials of homes Michael Crossland https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/beyond-housing-boss-incredibly-proud-as-group-invests-ps40m-to-improve-green-credentials-of-homes-4933450 https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmRlMGY2ZGFmLWQxZmMtNGM2OS1iNDk2LTk0ZWU4NGM2Y2Q1MTo4ZGEzZjRkNy00ODVjLTQzNGItOTlkMC1jN2JjNDhlNTRlZjg=.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Beyond Housing provides homes and services to over 30,000 customers across Tees Valley and North Yorkshire. The company provides just over 15,000 homes covering a footprint of over 400 square miles. 86 per cent of its housing stock has now achieved an energy efficiency rating of EPC C or above, an increase of 226 properties throughout the year. Beyond Housing is a social housing provider which provides homes and services to over 30,000 customers across Tees Valley and North Yorkshire. The company provides just over 15,000 homes, covering a f...[+1163 chars] 2025-01-08T16:44:14 Jaguar Mining Receives Fine Related to the Previously Announced Incident at the Satinoco Dry-Stacked Pile ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Jaguar_Mining_Receives_Fine_Related_to_the_Previously_Announ_u https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/[] US en Jaguar Mining's subsidiary, Minera��o Serras do Oeste, received a notice of infraction and a civil-liability fine from the Canadian government. Jaguar Mining Inc. (TSX:JAG) announced that its subsidiary received the notice. "TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / January 7, 2025 / Jaguar Mining Inc. (""Jaguar"" or the ""Company"") (TSX:JAG) announced that its subsidiary, Minera��o Serras do Oeste, has received a notice of infraction and ...[+39 chars]" 2025-01-08T16:35:27 Trina Solar sites earn first SSI ESG certifications for PV modules Patrick Jowett https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/01/08/trina-solar-sites-earn-first-ssi-esg-certifications-for-pv-modules https://www.pv-magazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photovoltaic-5020807_1280-1200x800.jpg US en The SSI has completed its first ESG assessments. Two of Trina Solar's module manufacturing sites in China won silver ESG standard certification toward the end of 2024. SSI published a supply traceability standard in December. The first traceability assessments are scheduled to begin in 2025. "The SSI has completed its first ESG assessments. The initiative, which launched in 2022, is a supply chain sustainability assurance scheme. SSI members will each undergo site-level assessments conduct...[+1613 chars]" 2025-01-08T16:32:35 SEBI warns Ola Electric over disclosure violations India Blooms News Service https://www.indiablooms.com/finance/sebi-warns-ola-electric-over-disclosure-violations/details https://www.indiablooms.com/storage/assets/n/2025/17363539551633836930.jpg IN en Ola Electric received the letter from SEBI on January 7. The warning pertains to CEO Bhavish Aggarwal's December 20, 2024, post on X (formerly Twitter), where he announced a significant expansion plan: opening 4,000 stores across India on the same day. However, the expansion actually occurred on December 25. "Ola Electric received the letter via email on January 7, Business Standard reported. The warning pertains to CEO Bhavish Aggarwal's December 20, 2024, post on X (formerly Twitter), where he announced ...[+976 chars]" 2025-01-08T15:30:00 Council Post: Sustainability And IT: Time For The Tech Industry To Reflect On Its Impact Robert Bailkoski https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/01/08/sustainability-and-it-time-for-the-tech-industry-to-reflect-on-its-impact https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/677d5371660c7b8eb4cb52bc/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Bob Bailkoski is the Chief Executive Officer of Logicalis Group, International IT Solutions and Managed Services Provider. Sustainability has been climbing up the boardroom agenda for the last decade. Global e-waste is set to rise to 74 tonnes by 2030, almost double the amount produced in 2014. ICT sector is predicted to account for 14% of global carbon emissions by 2040. "Bob Bailkoski, Global Chief Executive Officer of Logicalis Group, International IT Solutions and Managed Services Provider. getty Sustainability has been climbing up the boardroom agenda for the last ...[+4423 chars]" 2025-01-08T15:27:00 Major day of reckoning for Northvolt - go big or go home Paul Connolly https://www.norran.se/english/ekonomi/artikel/major-day-of-reckoning-for-northvolt-go-big-or-go-home/r5vge1nj https://cdn.ntm.se/api/v1/images/r01k3v9l/smart/width/1200/height/630 SE en The extraordinary general meeting (EGM) that was called in December is not open to the media, but a decision is expected to be made on the Wednesday afternoon. Northvolt applied for reorganisation in a court in Texas in accordance with Chapter 11 in USA's bankruptcy legislation. Volkswagen, Goldman Sachs and Harald Mix's Vargas Holding are the largest shareholders. Folksam, a smaller owner with 0.7 per cent, will participate in the meeting. "The extraordinary general meeting (EGM), that was called in December, is not open to the media. However, a decision is expected to be made on the Wednesday afternoon. Two alternatives to vote for Ther...[+2277 chars]" 2025-01-08T15:26:21 PLI Press Publishes Essential Guide to the Climate Change and Sustainable Investments ... Practising Law Institute https://www.eagletribune.com/region/pli-press-publishes-essential-guide-to-the-climate-change-and-sustainable-investments/article_701d409d-668c-50cf-b837-c36f1c88e7e7.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en PLI Press has published an essential treatise for professionals navigating the developing regulatory landscape. The treatise addresses the significant role climate risk, environmental, and social governance factors play within financial institutions. It highlights its importance as a market opportunity, a component of institutional investor expectations, a compliance requirement, and a reflection of corporate values. NEW YORK, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As climate risk, environmental, and social governance factors increasingly influence financial products, investments, and institutions, PLI Press has publis...[+744 chars] 2025-01-08T15:26:21 PLI Press Publishes Essential Guide to the Climate Change and Sustainable Investments ... Richardson https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/pli-press-publishes-essential-guide-to-the-climate-change-and-sustainable-investments/article_07eb86fe-eaaf-5a9d-93cc-8a40b2e391a1.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/bdtonline.com/content/tncms/custom/image/eb1e85e6-05b9-11e7-b62c-6b1accec9988.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Climate Change, Sustainable Investments, and Social Governance: Law and Compliance is the first guide for legal and compliance personnel, including asset managers, broker-dealers, and investment funds, banks, and insurers. The treatise addresses the significant role climate risk, environmental, and social governance factors play within financial institutions. NEW YORK, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As climate risk, environmental, and social governance factors increasingly influence financial products, investments, and institutions, PLI Press has publis...[+3046 chars] 2025-01-08T15:23:13 Ensuring Clean Air: Lenovo's Commitment to Minimizing Other Air Emissions and Climate Risk Management https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/climate-change-aabdea27a8d71f9dc7dfd0947e2f189c https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Lenovo's baseline environmental engineering specification prohibits the use of ozone-depleting substances in its products and manufacturing processes except in HVAC and fire-suppression equipment. Lenovo's operational processes do not have significant direct air emissions such as nitrogen oxides, SOx, and particulate matter. Lenovo has committed to reduce 90% of full scope emissions to keep global warming potential within 1.5°C and continues to broaden its product offerings in sustainability services. "Originally published in Lenovo's 2023/24 ESG Report Other air emissions Lenovo's baseline environmental engineering specification prohibits the use of ozone-depleting substances in its products and ma...[+3064 chars]" 2025-01-08T15:18:13 Ola Electric Warned by Sebi for Premature Announcement Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3219232-ola-electric-warned-by-sebi-for-premature-announcement https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/29_07_2024_14_48_31_8890263.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sebi has warned Ola Electric Mobility for prematurely sharing its expansion plans on social media prior to notifying stock exchanges. Karnataka High Court has provided the company with an additional six weeks to furnish further documents requested by the Central Consumer Protection Authority. This follows a show-cause notice relating to over 10,000 consumer complaints. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has issued a warning to Ola Electric Mobility for prematurely sharing its expansion plans on social media prior to notifying stock exchanges. The regu...[+760 chars] 2025-01-08T15:00:25 Institutional investors control 54% of EVgo, Inc. (NASDAQ:EVGO) and were rewarded last week after stock increased 10% Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/institutional-investors-control-54-evgo-150025261.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7e9588496cdccf0ed2d9fbc3463a597b US en Institutional investors own 54% of EVgo, Inc. (NASDAQ:EVGO). Top 25 shareholders control less than half of the company's shares. The Vanguard Group is the largest shareholder with 9.5% of shares outstanding. The general public owns 45%. "Given the large stake in the stock by institutions, EVgo's stock price might be vulnerable to their trading decisions 45% of the business is held by the top 25 shareholders Analyst forecasts along wit...[+4864 chars]" 2025-01-08T14:58:16 Keysight Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for Sixth Year in a Row https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/keysight-technologies-inc-financial-markets-msci-inc-north-america-7c2f1cc3f95e64cdf3af578bd6635017 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Keysight Technologies has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) North America for the sixth consecutive year. The DJSI is a widely recognized standard for measuring corporate progress in sustainability across regions and industries. In addition to the recent DJSI North America inclusion, Keysight also received multiple recognitions and awards from the past year supporting its CSR goals. Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) announced it has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) North America for the sixth consecutive year. The DJSI is a widely recognized standard...[+2594 chars] 2025-01-08T14:45:37 Feedback sought on improvements in takeover regulations in Pakistan Staff Report https://pakobserver.net/feedback-sought-on-improvements-in-takeover-regulations-in-pakistan https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SECP.webp PK en SECP has issued a consultation paper to seek feedback on improvement in the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Voting Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2017. Key areas of improvement include streamlining public announcement timelines, revising price determination criteria for frequently traded shares and enhancing disclosure requirements for acquirers and listed companies. ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper to seek feedback on areas of improvement in the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Votin...[+1144 chars] 2025-01-08T14:20:21 Make Responsibility Your Value Driver planeed Logo https://www.firmenpresse.de/pressinfo2144565-make-responsibility-your-value-driver.html https://www.firmenpresse.de/adpics/2144565.jpg DE en Learn how real-time data is transforming Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategies. Learn about the latest trends and success stories in CSR innovation at a conference in Munich, 08.01.2025 - 15:20 Uhr. Real-time analytics is transforming how businesses measure, communicate and optimize their CSR strategies. "planeed ID: 2144565 Discover how real-time data is transforming Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategies, fostering transparency, dynamic engagement, and measurable ESG impacts. Learn about th...[+4329 chars]" 2025-01-08T14:00:00 Darling Ingredients Inc. Awarded its First-Ever ISS ESG Prime Status Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/darling-ingredients-inc-awarded-first-140000501.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/jvNhk2WElm8.7fb9_Bi_5g--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0yODU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/377d4b321bf542ad215defc1bbf15bcd US en "Darling Ingredients Inc. (NYSE: DAR) achieved its first-ever ""Prime"" status from Institutional Shareholder Services ESG. The company is ranked in the top 10% of companies within its industry. Darling Ingredients processes about 15% of the world's animal agricultural by-products and 30% of collagen." IRVING, Texas, January 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Darling Ingredients Inc. (NYSE: DAR), the world's leading company turning food waste into sustainable products and producer of renewable energy, today...[+2599 chars] 2025-01-08T14:00:00 Transparency notification by Mr Jan Van Geet Jan. 8, 2025 14:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6010184 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/OTI3ZjNkODgtZWZlZC00M2YwLWI0ZmItNzAwNDVjYWIwNTFmLTEwMTE1OTI=/tiny/VGP-NV.png TW en Little Rock S.à r.l. now holds 37.85% of the voting rights of VGP NV. Tomanvi SCA holds 2.94%. Together, they hold 40.79% of voting rights. VGP is a pan-European owner, manager and developer of high-quality logistics and semi-industrial properties and renewable energy solutions. "Press Release Regulated Information Antwerp, 8 January 2024 – 07:00 a.m. CET Disclosure in accordance with the Law of 2 May 2007 - Transparency law Transparency notification by Mr Jan Van Geet VGP NV ...[+2252 chars]" 2025-01-08T13:52:49 BlackRock may exit woke business climate group Net Zero Alliance as backlash over ESG investing widens New York Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/BlackRock_may_exit_woke_business_climate_group_Net_Zero_Alli https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/[] US en "BlackRock is considering leaving the so-called ""Net Zero"" coalition. The coalition is made up of top corporations who pledge to reach the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative. BlackRock has a focus on Environmental Social Governance investing and has courted controversy in the past." BlackRock — which for years has courted controversy with its focus on so-called ESG, or Environmental Social Governance investing — is considering an exit of the so-called 'Net Zero' coalition of top ...[+71 chars] 2025-01-08T13:35:56 SLB awarded multi-region deepwater contracts by Shell to support capital-efficient energy development Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/slb-awarded-multi-region-deepwater-contracts-by-shell-to-support-capital-efficient-energy-development https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bw20250108998944_tier_2_places_offshoreoperations_northsea_o.jpeg CA en This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, the inability to achieve net-negative carbon emissions goals, legislative and regulatory initiatives addressing environmental concerns and the timing or receipt of regulatory approvals and permits. "Article content Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws — that is, st...[+1922 chars]" 2025-01-08T12:52:15 Forbes Daily: Meta Axes Fact Checking In ‘Free Expression' Shift Danielle Chemtob https://www.forbes.com/sites/daniellechemtob/2025/01/08/forbes-daily-meta-axes-fact-checking-in-free-expression-shift https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/677e748c67d40e0438091f8b/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&crop=3636,2045,x0,y187,safe&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Costco's board voted against a proposal to reevaluate its diversity policies. Mark Zuckerberg wants to replace the fact-checking program with a community notes feature inspired by X. Hussain Sajwani pledged $20 billion to build data centers in the U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's criminal sentencing in the hush money case will take place on Friday as scheduled. The Pacific Palisades wildfire, affecting one of Los Angeles' affluent residential neighborhoods, grew to nearly 3,000 acres. "Good morning, Companies across the U.S. are abandoning their commitments to DEI—many of which were made in the wake of anti-racism protests in 2020—amid conservative backlash. Citing the Supreme Court...[+8149 chars]" 2025-01-08T12:28:27 Six big US banks quit net zero alliance before Trump inauguration The Guardian https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Six_big_US_banks_quit_net_zero_alliance_before_Trump_inaugur https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/[] US en The six biggest US banks have all quit the global banking industry's net zero target-setting group. The move is to head off right-wing attacks from politicians, analysts say.    . in the business live updates. Exodus from net zero target-setting group is bid to head off 'anti-woke' attacks from rightwing US politicians, say analysts• Business live – latest updatesThe six biggest banks in the US have all qui...[+40 chars] 2025-01-08T12:25:25 Dr Rundi: Sarawak backs ESG-compliant shrimp farms to boost exports by 2030 Bp Editor https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/01/08/dr-rundi-sarawak-backs-esg-compliant-shrimp-farms-to-boost-exports-by-2030 https://www.theborneopost.com/newsimages/2025/01/kch-080125-mtu-rundi_ESG-p1.jpg MY en Sarawak government will support shrimp farming companies that adhere to environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards. The government wants to make shrimp a key food export by 2030. Rambungan Aquatic Sdn Bhd has been granted permission to use 297 hectares of land for shrimp farming. The company is a joint venture between the Sarawak State Farmers' Organisation (PPNS) and Sea Horse Corporation Sdn. Bhd. "Dr Rundi speaks to reporters in Loba Stoh, Rambungan today. – Ukas photo LUNDU (Jan 8): The Sarawak government will continue to support shrimp farming companies that adhere to environmental, social an...[+2301 chars]" 2025-01-08T12:09:30 CMA announces guidelines for bond issuance Alice Kagina https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/23125/news/economy/cma-announces-guidelines-for-bond-issuance https://www.newtimes.co.rw/thenewtimes/uploads/images/2025/01/08/68109.jpg RW en Rwanda's Capital Market Authority (CMA) issued new guidelines for public issuance of Green, Social, Sustainability (GSS+) bonds to enhance progress in sustainable finance. The local capital market is making changes aimed at spurring sustainability efforts as investors become more aware of the systemic risks posed by climate change. Rwanda Stock Exchange launched an ESSG Disclosure Guidance to foster the integration of sustainability compliance among listed and non-listed companies. Rwanda's Capital Market Authority (CMA) issued new guidelines for public issuance of Green, Social, Sustainability (GSS+) bonds and other labels to enhance progress in sustainable finance. This comes ...[+2535 chars] 2025-01-08T12:05:26 Four ESG finance topics for 2025: Ross Kerber Ross Kerber https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/four-esg-finance-topics-2025-ross-kerber-2025-01-08 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/466BJJQ7PVGY5O53NZ3KL65MHM.png?auth=b9c3bf166c40a6778eb5672993fde7c30a15f48329026674eff92afd8da1d0ca&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en There are some topics to watch in the coming year to track the balance of power among shareholders, corporate leaders and politicians. Investors are interested in trends like how environmental and workforce factors affect corporate performance, and voters in various states sided with environmental programs. BlackRock revised its voting guidelines to remove what had been a clear statement that boards should be 30% diverse, but 98% of S&P 500 boardrooms meet that goal. Jan 8 (Reuters) - The opinions expressed here are those of the author, a columnist for Reuters. This column is part of the weekly Reuters Sustainable Finance newsletter, which you can sign up for here...[+4535 chars] 2025-01-08T11:52:21 Another Major American Brand Slowly Backs Away From DEI Jaryn Crouson https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/another-major-american-brand-slowly-backs-away-from-dei-cbafb25a68996d42c6411d75d34cbabd68e8a3fd https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-2163067200-scaled-e1736262013254.jpg FR en "McDonald's is abandoning some of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. McDonald's is rebranding the company's diversity team as the ""Global Inclusion Team"" and nixing diversity pledges for its suppliers. The company will remain ""steadfast"" in upholding ""inclusion"" across its business." McDonald's announced Monday it is abandoning some of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, joining a growing list of major companies to cast the policies aside amid intense public scr...[+801 chars] 2025-01-08T11:51:08 TSE to Tighten MBO Rules to Protect Minority Interests https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2025010800862/tse-to-tighten-mbo-rules-to-protect-minority-interests.html https://www.nippon.com/en/ncommon/contents/news/2727801/2727801.jpg JP en The Tokyo Stock Exchange plans to tighten its management buyout, or MBO, rules for listed companies as early as this spring to protect the interests of minority shareholders. Listed companies will be required to set up a special committee of outside directors and seek its opinions. "News from Japan Jan 8, 2025 20:51 (JST) Tokyo, Jan. 8 (Jiji Press)--The Tokyo Stock Exchange plans to tighten its management buyout, or MBO, rules for listed companies as early as this spring to prote...[+888 chars]" 2025-01-08T11:35:00 Prospectus updates Storebrand Asset Management AS https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/prospectus-updates-113500075.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/933bc995a7709a87f14de5d6d40950a7 US en Storebrand Asset Management AS is Norway's largest private asset manager with an AuM of around DKK 900 billions. The company has been a global pioneer in ESG investing for over 25 years. Storebrand delivers sustainable investment solutions and client value through a multi-boutique platform. "Lysaker, 8 January 2025 Updated content, effective from 8 January, for the five funds listed below mainly includes: Adjusted text related to risk and return profile (page 1) that to a greater extent r...[+1692 chars]" 2025-01-08T11:20:59 Net Zero Banking Alliance Down to Zero Major US Banks Beege Welborn https://hotair.com/tree-hugging-sister/2025/01/08/net-zero-banking-alliance-down-to-zero-major-us-banks-n3798595 https://media.townhall.com/cdn/hodl/2018/207/14818be8-ee56-49e8-9320-81531bb3d5a7.jpg US en Some of the biggest investors in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) funds are closing their funds or scrubbing their names after disappointing returns. The about-face comes after tightened regulatory oversight, higher interest rates that have slammed clean-energy stocks and a backlash that has made environmental and social investing a political target. "Everybody off the Net Zero/ESG boat! It sure looks like it's sinking, and the biggest rats afloat have been the first to jump off. Here I thought all these big banks were totally dedicated to a planet...[+9416 chars]" 2025-01-08T11:00:00 Ethnicity Pay Gap reporting: justice at last or more of the same unfairness? Vic Motune https://www.voice-online.co.uk/opinion/comment/2025/01/08/ethnicity-pay-gap-reporting-justice-at-last-or-more-of-the-same-unfairness https://www.voice-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WORKERS.jpg GB en The Ethnicity Pay Gap Summit takes place on February 7th. It is organised by Dianne Greyson, the founder of the #EthnicityPayGap Campaign and the organiser of the summit. Labour government's Equality (Race and Disability) Bill introduced in October proposes to make ethnicity pay gap reporting mandatory for companies with more than 250 employees. Labour's legislation will compel over 250,000 businesses to follow suit. AS THE Ethnicity Pay Gap Summit returns next month for its second year, there is one question that is foremost in the minds of campaigners on this issue: will Labour's proposed legislation to make eth...[+6203 chars] 2025-01-08T10:55:40 How to measure industry's carbon footprint Iec https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/01/08/how-to-measure-industrys-carbon-footprint https://www.pv-magazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/marcin-jozwiak-NdMcz5d74Ak-unsplash-1200x799.jpg US en According to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, greenhouse gas emissions must peak before 2025 and decline 43% by 2030 to achieve global climate action targets. Five out of eight hard-to-abate sectors have managed to reduce their emissions intensity by 4,1% between 2019 and 2023. The World Economic Forum's net-zero industry tracker 2024 highlights that the progress is a testament to technological innovation and supportive policies in driving sustainable practices. The new portfolio of IEC services for carbon footprint claim verification is helping companies build trust and transparency in their product and technology ethical and sustainable practices and helping them to participate in international carbon markets. As the global urgency for climate action intensifies, businesses worldwide are attempting to reduce their emissions, even if progress remains slow. According to the United Nations Sustainable Developm...[+10075 chars] 2025-01-08T10:52:00 Share price of Siemens as Sensex drops 631.5 points ETMarkets.com https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/stock-watch/share-price-of-siemens-as-sensex-drops-631-5-points/articleshow/117046352.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-83549420,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-22674,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Siemens Ltd. share price rose 3.28% to Rs 6260.95 at 12:52 PM (IST) on Wednesday. The stock had closed at Rs 6473.45 in the previous session. The scrip hit a high of Rs 6491.35 and a low of 6245.00 so far during the session. It traded at a price-to-earnings multiple of 82.36 and a price to the book ratio of 16.80. "Share price of Siemens Ltd. 3.28 per cent to Rs 6260.95 at 12:52PM (IST) in Wednesday's trade. The scrip hit a high of Rs 6491.35 and low of Rs 6245.00 so far during the session. The stock had closed ...[+4211 chars]" 2025-01-08T10:21:43 SAMEDAY's success rooted in a clear vision Mihai-Alexandru Cristea https://business-review.eu/br-exclusive/business-champions-of-2024-samedays-success-rooted-in-a-clear-vision-277529 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/baltaru.jpg EU en Lucian Baltaru, CEO of SAMEDAY Group, talks about the company's strategy. Sameday has been growing for almost 10 years thanks to an ambitious investment and market share expansion strategy. The company has invested over RON 300 million in 2024, focusing on expanding its out-of-home network, technological advancements, and improving processing and delivery capacity. In 2024, the company was affected by fiscal policy changes, a shortage of skilled workers, and competition for labour. By aligning with customer needs and leveraging e-commerce growth, SAMEDAY is confident that it will navigate uncertainties, while driving long-term success and maintaining its commitment to customers....[+4590 chars] 2025-01-08T10:19:57 APSEZ Climbs Global Sustainability Rankings, Leads in Environment Dimension Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/3218733-apsez-climbs-global-sustainability-rankings-leads-in-environment-dimension https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/08_01_2025_15_49_50_0913885.jpeg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) has secured its spot among the world's top 10 in the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. APSEZ recorded a score of 68, marking a three-point improvement from the previous year. Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) has secured its spot among the world's top 10 in the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The company recorded a score of 68, marking a th...[+783 chars] 2025-01-08T10:11:08 Genesis Property banks on ESG to future-proof its projects Mihai-Alexandru Cristea https://business-review.eu/br-exclusive/business-champions-of-2024-genesis-property-banks-on-esg-to-future-proof-its-projects-277523 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ioan-bejan.jpg EU en Genesis Property's transition to renewable energy significantly enhances the appeal of its office spaces and private student accommodation units. Sustainability and sustainability criteria are essential pillars for Genesis Property. Genesis Property has received the registration approval from the Science-Based Targets initiative for its Near-Term and Long-term emission reduction commitments. With its strong focus on sustainability, Genesis Property demonstrates a holistic commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its operations. BR spoke to Ioan Bejan, the company's Sustainabilit...[+4681 chars] 2025-01-08T10:02:00 From compliance to competitiveness Lenworth Fulton Nbsp https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/08/from-compliance-to-competitiveness https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/jamaicaobserver/news/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/01/favicon.jpg JM en Jamaican businesses can leverage environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles for growth and differentiation in an increasingly eco-conscious world. For Jamaica, adopting ESG is a strategic necessity to ensure compliance with global standards and compete for investment and build robust partnerships. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles have evolved from an optional corporate responsibility to a central pillar of value creation in global business strategy. For Jamaica, ESG repres...[+6944 chars] 2025-01-08T10:00:00 Sen. Kallman named Energy and Environment co-chair by CSG East https://www.valleybreeze.com/news/pawtucket_and_central_falls/sen-kallman-named-energy-and-environment-co-chair-by-csg-east/article_e06b6376-cc44-11ef-a4ef-271c8ac34c67.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/valleybreeze.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d3a077b2-ff65-11eb-8535-cf7c6d1ba5f2.png?resize=600%2C320 US en Meghan E. Kallman has been appointed co-chair of the Eastern Regional Conference Energy & Environment Committee by the Council of State Governments. She takes over the position from retiring Sen. Marc Pacheco of Massachusetts. The Eastern Seaboard is experiencing the effects of unsustainable energy policies. PROVIDENCE — Sen. Meghan E. Kallman has been appointed co-chair of the Eastern Regional Conference Energy & Environment Committee by the Council of State Governments, taking over the position from ret...[+689 chars] 2025-01-08T09:03:00 Delta Corp Shares Jumps Over 5% As Supreme Court Agrees To Hear Plea On Jan 10 Over GST Show Cause Notice Vikrant D https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/delta-corp-shares-jumps-over-5-as-supreme-court-agrees-to-hear-plea-on-jan-10-over-gst-show-cause-notice https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-01-08/vtg99uij/download (5).png IN en Delta Corp shares rocketed up over 7% on NSE (National Stock Exchange) after Supreme Court agreed to hear online gaming indutries' plea over GST show cause notice on January 10. The shares of Delta Corp touched the day high level of Rs 117.70 per share on the Indian exchanges after hitting the opening bell at Rs 110.80. "Delta corp shares rocketed up over 7 per cent on NSE (National Stock Exchange), after Supreme Court agreed to hear online gaming indutries' plea over GST show cause notice on January 10. The shares of...[+1553 chars]" 2025-01-08T08:57:09 Renault warns pooling CO2 emissions could weaken EU car industry, calls for clarity Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/renault-warns-pooling-co2-emissions-could-weaken-eu-car-industry-calls-clarity-2025-01-08 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/7PKZ6VHTCZKSZDPJ2Y52JCLK3A.jpg?auth=921fc37cf0db4e7c9e2466887c2352e113cc06067db84c2eb6ed9ce617022ee6&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Renault Group is committed to complying with the EU's 2025 rules on CO2 emissions. It believes automakers pooling their emissions could weaken the European car industry. It is urgently calling for more clarity on the matter from the European Commission. It wants manufacturers to take counter-productive decisions such as purchasing credits from competitors. PARIS, Jan 8 (Reuters) - French automaker Renault (RENA.PA), opens new tab is committed to complying with tighter EU rules on CO2 emissions this year, it said, but believes automakers pooling their em...[+1281 chars] 2025-01-08T08:45:01 Recapitalisation: GTCO eyes foreign investors in second phase Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4029301/recapitalisation-gtco-eyes-foreign-investors-in-second-phase.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc has announced plans to attract foreign institutional investments in the second phase of its recapitalisation programme in 2025. This follows the successful completio of the first phase of the recapitalization programme in 2013. Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc has announced plans to attract foreign institutional investments in the second phase of its recapitalisation programme in 2025. This follows the successful completio...[+34 chars] 2025-01-08T08:45:01 SEC revamps investigative processes, targets insider trading Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4029310/sec-revamps-investigative-processes-targets-insider-trading.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission has reiterated its commitment to protecting investors and strengthening the Nigerian capital market in a New Year message. The message was sent by the Director-General Emomotimi Agama.   in a new year message. The Securities and Exchange Commission has reiterated its commitment to protecting investors and strengthening the Nigerian capital market. In a New Year message, SEC Director-General Emomotimi Agama ...[+3 chars] 2025-01-08T08:29:21 KPMG and SID prioritise innovation and green transition for Singapore businesses in Budget 2025 proposal https://www.theedgesingapore.com/news/budget-2025/kpmg-and-sid-prioritise-innovation-and-green-transition-singapore-businesses-budget https://edgemarkets-transferred.s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/00%20SINGAPORE%2001%20BLOOMBERG_24-1.jpg?ZwuCdgfwV2yrcQJv0oCBn32KVvoCY42R SG en KPMG and the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID) have articulated a blueprint to secure Singapore's position as a global leader in attracting talent, driving investments, and fostering innovation. The proposal envisions a transformative ripple effect that will bolster the economy and ensure Singapore remains competitive on the global stage. In a joint Budget 2025 proposal, KPMG and the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID) have articulated a blueprint to secure Singapore's position as a global leader in attracting talent, driving invest...[+4402 chars] 2025-01-08T08:09:17 Govt Issues New Directives to Companies Over Secretary Roles Christine Opanda https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/107874-cma-limits-company-secretaries-3-listed-firms https://www.kenyans.co.ke/files/styles/article_style/public/images/media/nse%20nairobi%201.jpg?itok=pd1JHwPG KE en The Capital Markets Authority has limited company secretaries to serve a maximum of three listed firms at any given time. The Authority's move to curb cases of over-commitment is its latest attempt to improve corporate governance for Nairobi security exchange-listed firms. With fewer companies to serve, secretaries will be expected to deliver higher-quality governance and compliance services. "by Christine Opanda on Wednesday, 8 January 2025 - 11:09 am To improve corporate governance, the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has limited company secretaries to serve a maximum of three listed firm...[+2639 chars]" 2025-01-08T07:53:53 Ola Shares Dip More Than 5% On NSE After SEBI Slaps On Wrist For Violation Of Disclosure Norms Vikrant D https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/ola-shares-dip-more-than-5-on-nse-after-sebi-slaps-on-wrist-for-violation-of-disclosure-norms https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2025-01-08/36fr0ulx/Ola-logo IN en Ola Electric Mobility shares slides down more than 5% on NSE. Market watchdog SEBI issued a warning over violation of regulations of information disclosure. Ola boss Bhavish Aggarwal made a material announcement on twitter several hours before the exchange was notified about the developement. Ola electric mobility shares slides down more than 5 per cent on NSE (National Stock Exchange), after market watchdog SEBI (Securities and exchange board of India), issued a warning over violation of ...[+1633 chars] 2025-01-08T07:50:46 Top asset management firm stops rating human rights risk in Israeli-Palestinian conflict Asaf Elia-Shalev https://www.timesofisrael.com/top-asset-management-firm-stops-rating-human-rights-risk-in-israeli-palestinian-conflict https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2025/01/AP17361566157070-1.jpg IL en Morningstar will no longer cover the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in its research and analysis. Pro-Israel groups had accused the company of having anti-Israel bias in its ESG (environmental, social, and governance) field. The new policy is based on the fact that human rights issues related to contiguous territorial disputes are less likely to be objective and reliable. JTA — When investors need help navigating business decisions in conflict zones they turn to specialized firms that are supposed to help them keep clear of human rights abuses. But one of the biggest f...[+3847 chars] 2025-01-08T07:50:10 As standards rise, Tokyo Stock Exchange delistings hit decade high Staff writer https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/01/08/markets/tse-company-listings https://www.japantimes.co.jp/japantimes/uploads/images/2025/01/08/444807.jpg?v=3.1 JP en Almost 100 companies were delisted from the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2024, the most in a decade. Last year 94 companies were de-listed from the TSE, the highest number since it merged with the Osaka Securities Exchange in 2013. A total of 61 companies will be delisted in 2023 and 77 in 2022. "Almost 100 companies were delisted from the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2024, the most in a decade, as standards were tightened and investors became more demanding. The high number of delistings was also ...[+277 chars]" 2025-01-08T07:35:53 FuelEU Maritime Simplified Terminologies https://www.marineinsight.com/green-shipping/fueleu-maritime-simplified-terminologies https://www.marineinsight.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FUEL-EU-.jpg IN en FuelEU Maritime is a regulation structure in the European Union's 'Fit for 55' package. It addresses the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the maritime sector. The policy provides for step-by-step GHG intensity reduction. It starts at 2% in 2025 and peaks at an 80% reduction in 2050. It applies to all commercial vessels with a gross tonnage of more than 5,000 GT that sail in EU ports or between EU and non-EU ports. FuelEU Maritime is a regulation structure in the European Union's 'Fit for 55' package that addresses the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the maritime sector. This regulation introduc...[+8206 chars] 2025-01-08T07:11:12 Ola Electric Gets SEBI Warning For THIS Reason; Shares Decline By 5% https://www.timesnownews.com/business-economy/markets/ola-electric-gets-sebi-warning-for-this-reason-shares-decline-5-article-117045551 https://static.tnn.in/thumb/msid-117045887,thumbsize-22954,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-75/117045887.jpg IN en SEBI has issued a warning to electric vehicle manufacturer Ola Electric for violating disclosure norms. The violation occurred after Bhavish Aggarwal, Ola's Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), announced a major corporate decision on social media before officially filing the information with the stock exchanges. Ola received an administrative warning via email on January 7, 2025, regarding a breach of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company has been urged to be more vigilant and ensure better compliance with disclosure norms going forward. "New Delhi : The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a warning to electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Ola Electric for violating disclosure norms. The company informed stock exchang...[+2367 chars]" 2025-01-08T07:06:28 Here's Why Casa Holdings (SGX:C04) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-why-casa-holdings-sgx-070628597.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/618e6fc7283f3230bbd917de1ca111f2 US en Casa Holdings (SGX:C04) has been growing its earnings per share (EPS) by 51% for the last 3 years. The company has a market capitalisation of S$25m and insiders own 76% of the company. Hock Meng Lai, the Independent Chairman bought S$26k worth of shares for S$0.075 each. For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to investors, even if it currently lacks a track record of revenue and profit. Sometimes...[+4801 chars] 2025-01-08T06:26:56 Ola Electric gets Sebi warning over expansion announcement online ETtech https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/two-wheelers/ola-electric-gets-sebi-warning-over-expansion-announcement-online/117044345 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117044345,imgsize-146619,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etauto/two-wheelers/ola-electric-gets-sebi-warning-over-expansion-announcement-online.jpg IN en Sebi has issued a warning to Ola Electric Mobility Limited for breaching disclosure regulations by announcing its expansion plans on social media before informing stock exchanges. The regulator added that the violations are viewed very seriously and enforcement action may be initiated against the company if similar incidents occur again. The shares fell 3.8% to their day's low of INR 76.12 on the BSE on Wednesday. "The Securities and Exchange Board of India ( Sebi ) has issued a warning to Ola Electric Mobility Limited for breaching disclosure regulations by announcing its expansion plans on social media before ...[+1235 chars]" 2025-01-08T06:26:26 EIB pushes for changes to green asset reporting standards https://delano.lu/article/eib-pushes-for-changes-to-green-asset-reporting-standards https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/eib-pushes-for-changes-to-green-asset-reporting-standards/0.5/0.5/600/400/696920.jpg LU en The European Investment Bank is concerned about forthcoming EU reporting rules that could undermine its climate-friendly credentials. According to leaked internal correspondence, the new rules would require the EIB to report a Green Asset Ratio (GAR) of 'around 1%. This contrasts starkly with the current EIB self-defined Climate Action Ratio, which stands 'above 50%. EIB's concerns align with those of Europe's five largest national development banks, who wrote to the European Commission in December 2024. On Tuesday 7 January 2025, the Financial Times that the European Investment Bank fears a 'reputational disaster' due to forthcoming EU reporting rules that could undermine its climate-friendly credent...[+4155 chars] 2025-01-08T06:23:18 Evanston considers passing healthy buildings ordinance Margo Milanowski https://evanstonroundtable.com/2025/01/08/evanston-healthy-buildings-ordinance-2 https://evanstonroundtable.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/June6at552pm-scaled.jpg US en The Healthy Buildings Ordinance would require buildings of at least 20,000 square feet to eliminate on-site greenhouse gas emissions and run entirely on renewable energy by 2050. It would also establish a public body to oversee its implementation and enforcement. It still needs a majority of votes from the City Council to go into effect, but Jonathan Nieuwsma is confident about its chances. City staff will introduce a draft Healthy Buildings Ordinance to the City Council at its next meeting Monday, Jan. 13, with the council voting to approve the ordinance at a later date. If it passes, E...[+4179 chars] 2025-01-08T06:13:08 Explained: Why Ola Electric share price fell over 5% today Koustav Das https://www.indiatoday.in/business/story/why-ola-electric-stock-price-fell-over-5-today-explained-sebi-letter-disclosure-warning-stmp-2661376-2025-01-08 https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202501/ola-electric-regulation-41h-of-the-lodr-prescribes-that-the-listed-entity-should-make-the-speci-084005796-16x9.png?VersionId=BVOWdbzFK_X3HvJIpDOczPvHwcWqCVuO IN en Shares of Ola Electric Mobility Ltd declined over 5% during Wednesday's trading session. The company received an administrative warning from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for non-compliance with disclosure norms. The market regulator took issue with a material announcement made by Bhavish Aggarwal on X (formerly Twitter) at 9:58 am on December 2, 2024. Sebi noted that the company informed stock exchanges about the same only after several hours. Shares of Ola Electric Mobility Ltd declined over 5% during Wednesday's trading session after the company received an administrative warning from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for ...[+2204 chars] 2025-01-08T06:07:48 A question for the protagonists of a renegotiated oil deal Stabroek News https://www.stabroeknews.com/2025/01/08/opinion/letters/a-question-for-the-protagonists-of-a-renegotiated-oil-deal https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/06/sn-article-default.png GY en Guyana's government is seeking to renegotiate the Oil and Gas 2016 PSA Contract with ExxonMobil. Mike Persaud is a Public Relations Consultant to the President. He is critical of Christopher Ram's approach to the issue. Persaud also criticizes Venezuela's recent activities on Guyana's border. "Dear Editor, In responding to my letter with regard to the government seeking to renegotiate the Oil and Gas 2016 PSA Contract with ExxonMobil, Christopher Ram resorts to the lowest form of defence by...[+5272 chars]" 2025-01-08T06:04:57 Transparency notification by Mr Jan Van Geet https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/08/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/transparency-notification-by-mr-jan-van-geet/2033006 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/08/508864.jpg PH en Little Rock S.à.r.l. and Tomanvi SCA now hold 40.79% of the voting rights of VGP NV. VGP is a pan-European owner, manager and developer of high-quality logistics and semi-industrial properties as well as a provider of renewable energy solutions. It was founded in 1998 as a family-owned Belgian property developer in the Czech Republic and today operates with a staff of 372 FTEs in 17 European countries directly and through several 50:50 joint ventures. "Press Release Regulated Information Antwerp, 8 January 2024 - 07:00 a.m. CET Disclosure in accordance with the Law of 2 May 2007 - Transparency law Transparency notification by Mr Jan Van Geet VGP NV ...[+1507 chars]" 2025-01-08T06:00:00 Transparency notification by Mr Jan Van Geet VGP NV https://finance.yahoo.com/news/transparency-notification-mr-jan-van-060000212.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/01f3d8e321cb9dcdce7fe1abd35566ba US en Little Rock S.à r.l. and Tomanvi SCA now hold 40.79% of the voting rights of VGP NV. VGP is a pan-European owner, manager and developer of high-quality logistics and semi-industrial properties as well as a provider of renewable energy solutions. "Press ReleaseRegulated InformationAntwerp, 8 January 2024 – 07:00 a.m. CET Disclosure in accordance with the Law of 2 May 2007 - Transparency law Transparency notification by Mr Jan Van Geet VGP NV ha...[+2363 chars]" 2025-01-08T05:45:00 Combining technology and humanity is key to business success in 2025: Rashmi Dubé Rashmi Dubé https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/combining-technology-and-humanity-is-key-to-business-success-in-2025-rashmi-dube-4932820 https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjJkN2Q3MDFlLWRlOTItNDMyYi1hOWI3LWE3OGZkMWU3NGY1OToyMDEyOTVlNC0xZDg3LTRlZDAtYTg2Ni0zY2ZmZmYzYzk1MTA=.jpg?width=999&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en As we begin 2025, the business landscape is undergoing a metamorphosis that demands unprecedented agility, technological sophistication, and strategic foresight. Businesses are creating intelligent ecosystems where technology and human creativity coexist harmoniously. Board governance and directors' duties have never been more critical. "Business As we begin 2025, the business landscape is undergoing a metamorphosis that demands unprecedented agility, technological sophistication, and strategic foresight. By Published The convergence ...[+3093 chars]" 2025-01-08T05:27:59 Recently, as regulations on holding and disposing of treasury stocks have been strengthened, it is a.. an excellent citizen https://www.mk.co.kr/en/stock/11212765 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202501/08/news-p.v1.20250108.61ed8c40e34a4f5fbc45c5eaca956f31_P1.png KR en Public disclosure of treasury stocks will be strengthened starting this year. Activist campaigns focus on undervalued and low-dividend companies with a high proportion of treasury stock. The improvement of the system has increased the incentive for additional treasury stocks to be burned. Public disclosure of treasury stocks will be strengthened starting this year. Q1 Activist Campaigns Focus, Too Raising the possibility of pre-emptive retirement of treasury stocks Market earnings aver...[+4000 chars] 2025-01-08T05:27:25 KPMG and SID Unveil Budget 2025 Recommendations to Build a Ready, Refreshed, and Resilient Singapore, ... The Arabian Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/KPMG_and_SID_Unveil_Budget_2025_Recommendations_to_Build_a_R_b https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ApVokO1GSYY/0.jpg US en Arabian Post: Foster Environmental, Social and Governance adoption by Singapore enterprises through national frameworks, grants and a hub to align with global sustainability standards. Accelerate innovation through increased funding. Designing Singapore's future together: Ready, refreshed and resilient for tomorrow. Arabian Post - Foster Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) adoption by Singapore enterprises through national frameworks, grants, and a hub to align with global sustainability standards. Acceler...[+128 chars] 2025-01-08T04:12:59 KPMG and SID Unveil Budget 2025 Recommendations to Build a Ready, Refreshed, and Resilient Singapore, Driving Value Creation and Global Leadership https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/singapore-ajay-kumar-sanganeria-singapore-government-2da9086ce73ffbdd0f21f6c0de9cc4d2 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en KPMG and SID have released their joint Budget 2025 Proposal titled 'Designing Singapore's future together: Ready, refreshed and resilient for tomorrow'. The Proposal charts strategic recommendations to position Singapore as a global leader in value creation, emphasising the nation's ability to attract talent, investments, and innovation while leveraging the capital markets. "Foster Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) adoption by Singapore enterprises through national frameworks, grants, and a hub to align with global sustainability standards. Accelerate innovation ...[+14096 chars]" 2025-01-08T04:11:13 Costco Triples Down on ‘Wokeness' as Board Member Defends DEI Practices, Rebukes Companies Scrapping Policies New York Post https://joemiller.us/2025/01/costco-triples-down-on-wokeness-as-board-member-defends-dei-practices-rebukes-companies-scrapping-policies https://joemiller.us/wp-content/uploads/th-104.jpeg US en Jeff Raikes has served on Costco's board of directors since 2008. Raikes and other board members shut down a shareholder request to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies and called on other shareholders to vote against the proposal to eliminate Costco's DEI program. A Costco board member has taken aim at companies rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, calling for businesses to 'maximize' DEI instead as the wholesaler faces pressure to join ...[+1012 chars] 2025-01-08T03:02:00 WWF Statement On SBTi Selecting New CEO Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/wwf-statement-on-sbti-selecting-new-ceo-1387470 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=images.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1540804621725-9986ef724307%3Fixid%3DMXwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHw%253D%26amp%3Bixlib%3Drb-1.2.1%26amp%3Bauto%3Dformat%26amp%3Bfit%3Dcrop%26amp%3Bw%3D1350%26amp%3Bq%3D80 US en David Kennedy will be the next CEO of the Science Based Targets initiative. WWF-US president and CEO Carter Roberts praises Kennedy's leadership and thanks Jenny Ehr for her leadership during this moment of change and transition. WWF hopes to continue its partnership with SBTi to support companies in navigating this make-or-break decade. The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) announced Tuesday that David Kennedy will serve as its next CEO. WWF issued the following statement from WWF-US president and CEO Carter Roberts in response...[+1408 chars] 2025-01-08T02:13:32 John Doerr https://bigthink.com/people/john-doerr https://bigthink.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/John_Doerr_USE_website.jpeg?resize=800,630 US en John Doerr is an engineer, venture capitalist and the chair of Kleiner Perkins. He was an original investor and board member at Google and Amazon and invested in zero-emissions technologies since 2006. In 2022, John and his wife Ann will launch the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. John Doerr is an engineer, venture capitalist, and the chair of Kleiner Perkins. He is the author of Measure What Matters and Speed and Scale: An Action Plan for Solving Our Climate Crisis Now. He was...[+418 chars] 2025-01-08T01:57:50 Teenage mother was abused by older Asian men from the age of 11, stabbed and drowned in a canal by her 'boyfriend' in an 'honour killing' - now her family back calls for inquiry into grooming gangs 'cover-up' AIDAN RADNEDGE https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14258509/Teenage-mother-stabbed-canal-honour-killing-grooming-gangs.html https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/07/12/93818859-0-image-m-62_1736251932712.jpg GB en Laura Wilson, 17, was murdered by Ashtiaq Ashgar in 2010. She had been groomed by Asian men from the age of 11. Her older sister Sarah Wilson, 33, is calling for a new national inquiry into sex abuse gangs. "The family of a murdered teenage girl who was Britain's first white honour killing victim have condemned a grooming gangs 'cover-up' and backed calls for a new national inquiry into the scandal. Young...[+11350 chars]" 2025-01-08T00:40:36 BlackRock may exit woke business climate group Net Zero Alliance as backlash over ESG investing widens Charles Gasparino https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/exclusive-blackrock-may-exit-woke-business-climate-group-net-zero-860f7c625383758ef3173dfdd5d5c16c0fe1d4f0 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/blackrock-esg.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1736251868&w=1200 FR en "BlackRock is considering leaving the UN-sponsored ""Net Zero Emissions Project. The world's largest investment fund, with more than $10 trillion in assets under management, was a leader in Environmental Social Governance investing. State Street and JPMorgan Asset Management are also considering leaving." "BlackRock — which for years has courted controversy with its focus on so-called ESG, or Environmental Social Governance investing — is considering an exit of the so-called ""Net Zero"" coalition of top ...[+1316 chars]" 2025-01-08T00:40:36 Costco triples down on 'wokeness' as board member defends DEI practices, rebukes companies scrapping policies Fox Business https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/costco-triples-down-on-wokeness-as-board-member-defends-dei-practices-f8d641e1ee73d90461b9146cb42cca2e053c0c31 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/newspress-collage-74f09p6jd-1736274457361.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1736256499&w=1200 FR en Jeff Raikes, a Costco board member since 2008, has called for businesses to focus on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies instead of rolling back them. Raikes is a staunch supporter of DEI policies. Costco's board members have come under scrutiny after they shut down a shareholder request to dismantle DEI internally. "A Costco board member has taken aim at companies rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, calling for businesses to ""maximize"" DEI instead as the wholesaler faces pressure to join ...[+1785 chars]" 2025-01-08T00:09:10 Tackling gender inequality will uplift sustainability efforts Dr Helen Woolnough https://www.businessgreen.com/sponsored/4049346/equans-bg-24-tackling-gender-inequality-will-uplift-sustainability-effort https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/6b9fda6/de9a613a-f53e-4357-ae31-8ec458d20298/13/EQUANS-UK-PARAGON-046-370x229.jpg GB en Gender inequality is a roadblock to global efforts on sustainability. Equans is working hard to create a workplace culture which is genuinely inclusive for women and other underrepresented groups as part of its broader sustainability efforts. The Gender+ Plan is built on three main pillars: Integrating more women into the business and strengthening the talent pool, Facilitating women in accessing leadership positions and Educating managers on the importance of gender diversity. We've all heard the adage 'ignorance is bliss'. But in reality – opting to overlook key societal issues only serves to exacerbate problems. The threat of climate change for example was very real and p...[+6663 chars] 2025-01-08T00:00:00 ESG in maritime: Driving safety through resilience SAFETY4SEA https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/ESG_in_maritime_Driving_safety_through_resilience https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en During the 2024 SAFETY4SEA Dubai Forum, Capt. Anuj Chopra, Managing Director, MaritimESG Middle East Project Management LLC, gave a presentation on how adopting ESG practices enhances operational resilience, safety, efficiency, and profitability. During the 2024 SAFETY4SEA Dubai Forum, Capt. Anuj Chopra, Managing Director, MaritimESG Middle East Project Management LLC, gave a presentation on how adopting ESG practices enhances operational resi...[+113 chars] 2025-01-08T00:00:00 Azizi Developments sponsors the Fazza International Championships for People of Determination 2025 Al Bawaba https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Azizi_Developments_sponsors_the_Fazza_International_Champion https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Azizi Developments is focusing on inclusivity and empowerment as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts in the realm of inclusiveness and empowerment. Azizi is a leading private company with a focus on business development. As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts in the realm of inclusivity and empowerment, Azizi Developments, a leading private 2025-01-08T00:00:00 Juergen Maier comes out fighting for progressive business leadership The Business Desk https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Juergen_Maier_comes_out_fighting_for_progressive_business_le https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Juergen Maier, the boss of GB Energy, has urged business leaders not to shirk from a positive and progressive business agenda that addresses the climate crisis and stands up for under-represented groups. The former CEO of Siemens UK has encountered business leaders who are keeping their heads down in a toxic environment. Juergen Maier, the boss of GB Energy, has urged business leaders not to shirk from a positive and progressive business agenda that can address the climate crisis and stand up for under-represented gro...[+297 chars] 2025-01-08T00:00:00 Sustainability And IT: Time For The Tech Industry To Reflect On Its Impact Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Sustainability_And_IT_Time_For_The_Tech_Industry_To_Reflect_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The tech industry has a huge carbon output. It has a responsibility to ensure its practices are aligned with the corporate sustainability agenda. The tech industry is responsible for a lot of CO2 emissions. It is also responsible for many other environmental issues. It's a responsibility of the industry. With the tech industry having a huge carbon output itself, it has a responsibility to ensure practices are aligned with the corporate sustainability agenda. 2025-01-08T00:00:00 Heidelberg Materials joins Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) Europe World Cement https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Heidelberg_Materials_joins_Dow_Jones_Sustainability_Index_DJ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The composition of the index is determined by the results of the S&P Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) evaluating a company's sustainability practices. The CSA is based on the results from the renowned annual CSA and the company's performance in the CSA. The composition of the index is determined by the results of the renowned annual S&P Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) evaluating a company's sustainability practices. 2025-01-08T00:00:00 UnitedHealth shareholders demand review of policies that 'delayed or denied' health care access The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/UnitedHealth_shareholders_demand_review_of_policies_that_del https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Shareholders of UnitedHealth Group want the company's board of directors to release a report on how its policy of limiting or delaying access to health care may be impacting the brand and the economy overall. The proposal by shareholders asked that the UHG board produce a report. Shareholders of UnitedHealth Group (UHG) are calling on the company's board of directors to release a report on how its policy of limiting or delaying access to health care may be impacting the compan...[+366 chars] 2025-01-08T00:00:00 Ministry eases afforestation process for coal blocks Hindustan Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Ministry_eases_afforestation_process_for_coal_blocks https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Union environment ministry has made it easier for state-owned companies to meet their mandatory compensatory afforestation targets. The move is aimed at removing bottlenecks in the implementation of large infrastructure projects that require diversion of forests. According to the report, 40,709.28 sq km has been seen. The Union environment ministry has made it easier for state-owned companies to meet their mandatory compensatory afforestation targets in a move aimed at removing bottlenecks in the implementation of ...[+114 chars] 2025-01-08T00:00:00 SECP seeks feedback on improvements in takeover regulations Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/SECP_seeks_feedback_on_improvements_in_takeover_regulations https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has issued a consultation paper to seek feedback on areas of improvement in the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Voting Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2017. Urdu Point and Pakistan Point News are published by the SECP. ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 8th Jan, 2025) The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a consultation paper to seek feedback on areas of improvement in the L...[+99 chars] 2025-01-08T00:00:00 How to measure industry's carbon footprint PV Magazine https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/How_to_measure_industry_s_carbon_footprint https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The IEC has launched a new portfolio of carbon footprint verification services to build trust and credibility in companies' commitment to monitoring and reducing their emissions. There is an urgency for climate action and businesses worldwide are trying to reduce their emissions, even if progress is slow. The IEC has launched a new portfolio of carbon footprint verification services to help build trust and credibility in companies' commitment to monitoring and reducing their emissions. As the global ur...[+117 chars] 2025-01-08T00:00:00 ​NBIM proposes cutting smaller EM stocks from SWF's benchmark IPE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/NBIM_proposes_cutting_smaller_EM_stocks_from_SWF_s_benchmark https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Proposed change would excise thousands of Chinese stocks from GPFG's €1.7trn portfolio. GPFG has a portfolio portfolio worth €1 billion. GPF has a total portfolio value of €2.7 billion. It's worth €3 billion in total. Proposed change would excise thousands of Chinese stocks from GPFG's €1.7trn portfolio 2025-01-08T00:00:00 Net Zero Banking Alliance Down to Zero Major US Banks Hot Air https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Net_Zero_Banking_Alliance_Down_to_Zero_Major_US_Banks https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Everybody off the Net Zero/ESG boat! It sure looks like it's sinking, and the biggest rats afloat have been the first to jump off. Here I thought all these big banks were dedicated to a planet and climate on its last legs. Time is running out if we don't comply with insane restrictions/mandates. Everybody off the Net Zero/ESG boat! It sure looks like it's sinking, and the biggest rats afloat have been the first to jump off. Here I thought all these big banks were totally dedicated to a planet...[+217 chars] 2025-01-08T00:00:00 Public will not have to change lives ‘radically' for 2035 climate goal, MPs told AOL https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/08/Public_will_not_have_to_change_lives_radically_for_2035_clim https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The public will not have to change their lives to meet UK's near-term emissions reduction targets, MPs are told. Government's climate goals include a 68% reduction by 2030 and an 81% reduction on 1990 levels by 2035, which is in line with advice from independent advisers. The public will not have to change their lives 'radically' for the UK to meet its near-term emissions reduction targets, MPs have been told. The Government's climate goals include a 68% reduction by 2...[+120 chars] 2025-01-07T23:35:38 State agencies, departments file proposals for 2025 legislative session • Iowa Capital Dispatch Robin Opsahl https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/2025/01/07/state-agencies-departments-file-proposals-for-2025-legislative-session https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/snowy-capitol-12.12.24-_-Kathie-Obradovich-e1734036811872.jpg US en Lawmakers will reconvene for the 2025 legislative session on Jan. 13. Several state agencies and departments have already submitted bills they want lawmakers to consider in the upcoming year. Many of the proposals relate to topics brought up in previous legislative sessions, as well as new topics raised by state government leaders. Republicans are entering the session with supermajorities in both chambers following the 2024 general election and holding all but one statewide elected office. As lawmakers get ready to reconvene for the 2025 legislative session on Jan. 13, several state agencies and departments have already submitted bills they want lawmakers to consider in the upcoming yea...[+8501 chars] 2025-01-07T23:23:42 SEC revamps investigative processes, targets insider trading Temitope Aina https://punchng.com/sec-revamps-investigative-processes-targets-insider-trading https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/16195151/Securities-and-Exchange-Commission.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission will revamp its investigative processes to enhance efficiency and hold market offenders accountable in 2025. The Commission will also enhance the operations of the Investments and Securities Tribunal to ensure timely dispute resolutions. The SEC will prioritise the legal framework of the commodities market to unlock its potential. "The Securities and Exchange Commission has reiterated its commitment to protecting investors and strengthening the Nigerian capital market. In a New Year message, SEC Director-General Emomotimi Agama ...[+2022 chars]" 2025-01-07T22:23:12 Concentrated Markets And Changing Regulation Call For This New Take On Diversification Bhakti Mirchandani https://www.forbes.com/sites/bhaktimirchandani/2025/01/07/concentrated-markets-and-changing-regulation-call-for-a-new-take-on-diversification https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/677a058ec573439e95110074/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Institutional Allocators for Diversity Equity and Inclusion (IADEI) changed its name to Allocator Collective. The new strategy focuses on removing barriers to capital allocation, providing allocator access to diverse managers and building allocator capacity. The database has been revamped to allow firms to report additional diversity metrics and add custom metrics. "Concentrated markets and regulatory change With the highly concentrated US markets creating the risk of greater volatility in institutional investment portfolios, it is incumbent upon the institutiona...[+6429 chars]" 2025-01-07T22:00:10 McDonald's Signals Retreat on DEI Policies After ‘Civil Rights Audit' Mike Lachance https://legalinsurrection.com/2025/01/mcdonalds-signals-retreat-on-dei-policies-after-civil-rights-audit https://c1.legalinsurrection.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/subscribe-ad.jpg US en McDonald's is the latest company to change its diversity and equity policies. It will no longer set goals for representation in hiring or require its suppliers to sign commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. It introduced what it called a 'golden rule' in which 'everyone' is treated with dignity, fairness and respect. It is also pausing external surveys and will now refer to its diversity team as its 'global inclusion team'. "McDonald's is the latest company to begin distancing itself from DEI policies. Costco may be holding on, but that's not the way things are trending. Schools and even states are working to drop DEI pol...[+3512 chars]" 2025-01-07T21:53:29 McDonald's is scaling back its DEI efforts Francisco Velasquez https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/mcdonald-s-is-scaling-back-its-dei-efforts-e4b62488b0ad31cbd102ffb66171087706287b0c https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_675,pg_1,q_80,w_1200/c734957763a50cf2dd9fd9e6b6211a55.jpg FR en "McDonald's is the latest major company to scale back its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. It joins the ranks of Walmart, John Deere, and Ford. AI investors will demand returns on their investments in 2025. McDonald's CEO is rebranding its diversity team, now calling it the ""Global""." "McDonald's is the latest major company to scale back its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. It joins the ranks of Walmart, John Deere (DE-1.20% ), and Ford (F-1.86% ). AI investors will d...[+664 chars]" 2025-01-07T21:18:00 Why Costco, Unlike McDonald's and Walmart, Is Not Chickening Out By Rolling Back It's DEI Initiatives Phenix S Halley https://www.theroot.com/why-costco-unlike-mcdonalds-and-walmart-is-not-chicke-1851734706 https://i.kinja-img.com/image/upload/c_fill,h_675,pg_1,q_80,w_1200/273b586874212a81689b44f75987106d.jpg US en Bulk grocery franchise Costco adopted DEI practices years ago and has no plans to change it up now. Last year, Costco's board of directors recommended its shareholders vote against a proposal which would've required the company to report the financial risks of maintaining DEI. The proposal was introduced by the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR). NCPPR criticized Costco for possible 'illegal discrimination' against employees who are white, Asian, male or straight. Costco clapped back, saying DEI doesn't negatively impact the company. With President-elect Donald Trump making big plans to completely get rid of DEI, it seems like many corporations like McDonald's are falling in line. But there's one company in particular that's takin...[+1861 chars] 2025-01-07T21:00:00 Infinera Awarded Gold Medal by EcoVadis in Recognition of Sustainability Excellence Jan. 7, 2025 21:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6009538 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/OThkYjYxZjUtYTc2My00MzM2LWEyNWEtZjE1M2YyNGE1NGQzLTEwMTc5MDQ=/tiny/Infinera-Corporation.png TW en Infinera has been awarded a Gold Medal by EcoVadis in recognition of its progress toward its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. Infinera achieved an overall score of 79 across evaluation criteria including Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement, ranking in the 98th percentile and top 5 percent of companies in the past year. "Taiwan News © 2025 All Rights Reserved. GlobeNewswire Jan. 7, 2025 21:00 SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Infinera (NASDAQ: INFN) announced today that it has been awarded a Gold Med...[+3691 chars]" 2025-01-07T20:39:28 NESG advocates phased approach to reforms in 2025 Tayo Aduloju https://businessday.ng/opinion/article/nesg-advocates-phased-approach-to-reforms-in-2025 https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/nesg.jpg NG en The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) is a private-sector-led think tank that promotes economic growth in Nigeria. NESG's CEO Tayo Aduloju explains the organization's four key roles: as a watchdog, as a facilitator of public debates and dialogues, as well as a technical assistance and support to execute policy change. As Nigeria navigates its complex economic landscape, the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) remains steadfast in its commitment to shaping the country's future. Despite the current sluggish improve...[+25190 chars] 2025-01-07T20:29:23 Big opportunity to showcase Assam to investors: Sarma at Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit Indian Express https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/Big_opportunity_to_showcase_Assam_to_investors_Sarma_at_Adva https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/[] US en He is promising green power to investors in Assam. He refrained from pointing out that there is no such thing as green power there. He did not mention that there are no green power resources in the state at all, however. He didn't mention it at all. While promising green power to investors in Assam, he refrained from pointing out 2025-01-07T20:28:40 Dad says Elon Musk has an interest in buying Liverpool https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/8861439/dad-says-elon-musk-has-an-interest-in-buying-liverpool https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/silverstone-feed-data/ded04734-0507-48dd-89a7-299c47e83a6a.jpg/r0_90_800_510_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en FSG president Mike Gordon wants to find an investment partner for Liverpool if they find the right one. He said FSG's long-term commitment to Liverpool remains as strong as ever and they would pursue the opportunity to help ensure the club's financial resiliency and growth. "At that time, FSG president Mike Gordon said: ""Our long-term commitment to Liverpool remains as strong as ever. We have always said that if there is an investment partner that is right for Liverpool t...[+112 chars]" 2025-01-07T20:22:28 Will Europe be the first region to enact regulation for green software? Pat Brans https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/will-europe-be-the-first-region-to-enact-regulation-for-green-software-41b59d9787c2cf51e8916843980aeec9be2d8ccd https://cdn.ttgtmedia.com/rms/onlineimages/sustainability_g1348351803.jpg FR en There is no regulation specific to the environmental impact of software. Santiago Fontanarrosa is vice-president of technology at Globant. Europe is well-positioned to lead in green software regulation thanks in part to its strong sustainability initiatives and advancements in software engineering. So far, there is no regulation anywhere in the world specific to the environmental impact of software – a fact that runs alongside the reality that neither consumers nor investors are towards or away ...[+1795 chars] 2025-01-07T19:01:12 Costco triples down on ‘wokeness' as board member defends DEI practices, rebukes companies scrapping policies Yael Halon https://nypost.com/2025/01/07/business/costco-board-member-defends-dei-rebukes-companies-scrapping-policies https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/newspress-collage-74f09p6jd-1736274457361.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1736256499&w=1024 US en Jeff Raikes has served on Costco's board of directors since 2008. He is a staunch supporter of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. Raikes and other board members shut down a shareholder request to dismantle DEI internally and called on other shareholders to vote against the proposal seeking to eliminate Costco's DEI program in an upcoming meeting. A Costco board member has taken aim at companies rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, calling for businesses to 'maximize' DEI instead as the wholesaler faces pressure to join ...[+8231 chars] 2025-01-07T19:01:10 Superior Group of Companies to Participate in the ICR Conference Superior Group https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/superior-group-of-cos-inc-michael-benstock-5125b0c52aaa43cdfbbb7a2cb8e6e019 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en Michael Benstock and Michael Koempel will present at the ICR Conference on January 14 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The live webcast and replay will be available on the presentations page of the Company's investor relations website at https://ir.superiorgroupofcompanies.com/presentations. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) today announced that Michael Benstock, Chief Executive Officer, and Michael Koempel, Chief Finan...[+1054 chars] 2025-01-07T18:32:22 McDonald's ending some DEI practices, joining a growing list of companies Julian Mark https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/07/mcdonalds-dei-affirmative-action https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/JJ2IDGSA73OTTTDDIO2CQQXYXM_size-normalized.jpg&w=1440 US en McDonald's is ending several diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. It is the latest high-profile brand to retreat from DEI amid a rocky legal landscape and pressure from conservative activists. McDonald's will now refer to its diversity team as its 'Global Inclusion Team' McDonald's is ending several of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives — including goals meant to diversify its leadership ranks and suppliers — becoming the latest high-profile brand t...[+4927 chars] 2025-01-07T18:29:07 US Appeals Court Rejects Nasdaq's Diversity Rules for Company Boards Michelle Chapman https://www.outsmartmagazine.com/2025/01/nasdaq-diversity-board-requirement https://outsmartmag.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/07122616/AP24347512725052-scaled.jpg US en The Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans ruled that Nasdaq can't require diversity on the boards of companies that list on the exchange. The SEC approved Nasdaq's proposal to boost the number of women, racial minorities and LGBTQ people on U.s. corporate boards more than three years ago. "by Michelle Chapman An appeals court in Louisiana has ruled that Nasdaq can't require diversity on the boards of companies that list on the exchange. The decision comes more than three years after the...[+2967 chars]" 2025-01-07T18:11:28 BlackRock exits Net Zero Alliance as backlash over ESG investing widens Charles Gasparino https://nypost.com/2025/01/07/business/blackrock-exits-net-zero-alliance-as-backlash-over-esg-investing-widens https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/blackrock-esg.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1736251868&w=1024 US en BlackRock is considering an exit of the so-called Net Zero Alliance. Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Citigroup and Morgan Stanley have already left the coalition. The world's largest investment fund, with more than $10 trillion in assets under management, was a leader in Environmental Social Governance (ESG) investing. BlackRock — which for years has courted controversy with its focus on so-called ESG, or Environmental Social Governance investing — is considering an exit of the so-called 'Net Zero' coalition of top ...[+4414 chars] 2025-01-07T18:11:00 Investing firm to stop advising on Israeli-Palestinian conflict, after alleged anti-Israel bias ASAF ELIA-SHALEV/JTA https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-836517 https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_407,w_690/603493 IL en Morningstar will no longer cover the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in its research and analysis. Pro-Israel groups had accused the company of having anti-Israel bias in its analysis. The new policy follows a series of reforms implemented by Morningstar in response to scrutiny by a pro-Israel group. "When investors need help navigating business decisions in conflict zones they turn to specialized firms that are supposed to help them keep clear of human rights abuses. But one of the biggest firms o...[+3826 chars]" 2025-01-07T18:10:01 Elon Musk has expressed interest in buying English soccer club Liverpool, his father says https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/01/07/business/elon-musk-liverpool-fc https://bostonglobe-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/OOFD6P5LHM3SNSOACHCSLN5UWA.jpg?auth=328de3b70eb2e8bb16f1a913be0946dc6d4b9128122854e0cbfa2e7f34bffdf7&width=1440 US en Elon Musk would like to buy Liverpool but he can't comment on the price. In September 2023, FSG sold a minority stake to U.S. investment firm Dynasty Equity. Errol Musk has relatives in Liverpool and they know some of the Beatles. "'Oh yes, but that doesn't mean he's buying it,' Errol Musk said. 'He would like to, yes, obviously, anybody would want to. So would I.' He also said: 'I can't comment on that. They'll raise the price....[+1391 chars]" 2025-01-07T17:28:09 ESG ratings key in Korea Zinc management dispute Pickool https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/023/0003880913 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/023/2025/01/07/0003880913_001_20250107172809466.jpg?type=w800 KR en Korea Zinc is the world's leading non-ferrous metal company. Foreign shareholders are expected to play a decisive role in its control. ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ratings are key factors when evaluating shareholder meeting agendas. Korea Zinc's governance structure has received favorable ratings from both domestic and international institutions. The current management has earned high marks for enhancing shareholder returns through interim dividends and stock buybacks. "Foreign shareholders to play pivotal role in deciding control based on environmental, social, and governance performance Foreign shareholders of Korea Zinc, the world's leading non-ferrous metal compa...[+7716 chars]" 2025-01-07T17:19:32 Why Wall Street Banks Are Suddenly Quitting A Global Climate Group Rachel Curry https://observer.com/2025/01/banks-quite-climate-alliance https://observer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/GettyImages-1457129495.jpg?quality=80 US en U.N.'s New Environment and Sustainability Agency (NZBA) has more than 140 bank members across 44 countries that manage $64 trillion in total assets. Goldman Sachs was the first major Wall Street bank to pull out of the NZBA on Dec. 6 without giving a reason. Citigroup and Bank of America followed suit on Jan. 2. ESG experts see the exodus as an attempt to align with political pressure. "Morgan Stanley headquarters building in New York City. Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images From Sign Up For Our Daily Newsletter Sign Up Thank you for signing up! By clicking submit, you agree to our ter...[+1966 chars]" 2025-01-07T16:28:42 Axil achieves gold standard with EcoVadis Rebecca Miller https://www.northantstelegraph.co.uk/business/axil-achieves-gold-standard-with-ecovadis-4934093 https://www.northantstelegraph.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmJjMzJhYTQ2LWU4OWQtNDJhYy1iNTg0LTQxOWI4N2U0ZTM3NDo0ZTllMTg4ZC01ZDU1LTQ1YjUtYjAyNy04MmJhOTQxOGMyYzc=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Axil has earned the Gold Medal from EcoVadis, the world's most trusted sustainability ratings provider. It is a leap from last year's Silver Medal and places Axil in the top 5% of companies worldwide. Since 2018 Axil has seen over £40m million in revenue growth, partnering with leading brands like CBRE, Beko Europe, Lush, LEVC, and BMW Group. Axil, a leading waste management business with headquarters in Corby, has earned the prestigious Gold Medal from EcoVadis—the world's most trusted sustainability ratings provider—following another yea...[+2437 chars] 2025-01-07T16:01:16 Exodus by big Wall Street banks from top climate group worries advocates CEDTy Clea https://www.bworldonline.com/banking-finance/2025/01/08/645202/exodus-by-big-wall-street-banks-from-top-climate-group-worries-advocates https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/banking-and-finance-default.jpg PH en Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citi, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan and others have left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), which aims to align their financing with the global climate fight. Republican politicians warned that membership in the group could breach antitrust rules if it led to reduced financing for fossil fuel companies. LONDON/NEW YORK — US lenders have been rushing in recent weeks to leave one of the world's top banking sector climate coalitions, drawing scorn from campaigners who worry the industry is losing resolv...[+4372 chars] 2025-01-07T15:00:00 Progress on share buyback programme Jan. 7, 2025 15:00 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6009048 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/ZTg0YmE0NmUtMGJiZS00ZGRhLWFmZTgtZmM5ZjYyOTQ2ZTM3LTEwMTM5NDI=/tiny/ING-Group.png TW en 3,603,185 shares were repurchased during the week of 30 December 2024 up to and including 3 January 2025. The shares were bought at an average price of €15.10. The total number of shares bought under the programme to date is 52,033,958 ordinary shares for a total consideration of €779,208,205.28. "Progress on share buyback programme ING announced today that, as part of our €2.0 billion share buyback programme announced on 31 October 2024, in total 3,603,185 shares were repurchased during the we...[+10471 chars]" 2025-01-07T14:57:56 Car manufacturers want to calculate CO2 emissions Nachrichten https://www.krone.at/3646048 https://imgl.krone.at/scaled/3147006/v45f552/og_image.jpg AT en Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Mazda, Subaru, Volvo, Polestar and Mercedes-Benz want to form a pool with Tesla to reduce CO2 emissions from new cars in the EU from 2025. The pool will include emission-free e-cars from Tesla and Smart. This is according to an EU document on the regulations that will apply from 2025, which was made available to the Reuters news agency on Tuesday. Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Mazda and Subaru want to hav...[+911 chars] 2025-01-07T14:57:16 As Banks Flee ESG, Conservatives Should Remain Vigilant Steve Milloy https://www.dailywire.com/news/as-banks-flee-esg-conservatives-should-remain-vigilant https://dw-wp-production.imgix.net/2025/01/GettyImages-2191956354.jpg?w=1200&h=800&ixlib=react-9.3.0 US en Bank of America, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase have just abandoned the Net Zero Banking Alliance. Steve Milloy is a senior legal fellow with the Energy and Environment Legal Institute. He writes that the Left has acquired immense influence and power over the financial industry and has no intention of surrendering it. Bank of America, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase have just abandoned the Net Zero Banking Alliance. While it seems to be yet another dire omen for so-called environment, so...[+2787 chars] 2025-01-07T14:52:02 Blusky Carbon Announces Filing of Annual Financial Statements and Related Documents ACCESSWIRE https://www.eagletribune.com/region/blusky-carbon-announces-filing-of-annual-financial-statements-and-related-documents/article_1a83e9cc-2c0d-501e-b4cd-f1536fff67a8.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/0/fd/0fd507dc-a025-5520-a043-c37a9ba43327/677d43d047542.image.jpg?crop=1339%2C703%2C805%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en BluSky Carbon Inc. has filed its audited annual financial statements for the year ended August 31, 2024 and related management's discussion and analysis and certifications. The Annual Documents are available under the company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. "OLD SAYBROOK, CT and VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 7, 2025 / BluSky Carbon Inc. (CSE:BSKY) (""BluSky"" or the ""Company"") announces that it has filed its audited annual financial statements for th...[+230 chars]" 2025-01-07T14:52:02 Blusky Carbon Announces Filing of Annual Financial Statements and Related Documents Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/blusky-carbon-announces-filing-of-annual-financial-statements-and-related-documents/article_ab5163a6-f433-5fe1-93f0-7040c0b925e5.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/8e/98ec6369-f6cc-5e74-add3-18cc49ef0463/677d40b7141fd.image.jpg?crop=1339%2C703%2C805%2C0&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en BluSky Carbon Inc. has filed its audited annual financial statements for the year ended August 31, 2024. The Annual Documents are available under the company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. The CSE and Information Service Provider do not accept responsibility for the accuracy or adequacy of this release. "OLD SAYBROOK, CT and VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 7, 2025 / BluSky Carbon Inc. (CSE:BSKY) (""BluSky"" or the ""Company"") announces that it has filed its audited annual financial statements for th...[+571 chars]" 2025-01-07T14:37:01 Correction: EPSO-G announces audited Sustainability Performance Report for 2023 and revises the baseline for the KPI1 under the terms of the Bond Prospectus https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/07/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/correction-epso-g-announces-audited-sustainability-performance-report-for-2023-and-revises-the-baseline-for-the-kpi1-under-the-terms-of-the-bond-prospectus/2032580 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/07/508309.jpg PH en EPSO-G announces the 2023 Sustainability Performance Report. The Independent Limited Assurance of the Performance Report has been carried out by PricewaterhouseCoopers. The value of the indicator (tCO2e) with 30% reduction target by December 31st, 2026 (SPT1) was stated incorrectly in the explanatory calculation table. EPSO-G (company code: 302826889, registered office address Laisvės pr. 10, Vilnius, Lithuania) (the Group) announces the 2023 Sustainability Performance Report (the Performance Report), including an I...[+1385 chars] 2025-01-07T14:24:38 Shareholders' climate resolution challenges 'disconnect' in Shell's LNG strategy Virginia Furness https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/shareholders-climate-resolution-challenges-disconnect-142438016.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/5054dd3bb4280299075541bf55542a17 US en Shell's plans to increase sales of liquefied natural gas (LNG) have been called into question by a by major group of shareholders. Shell is the world's largest LNG trader and CEO Wael Sawan is betting on growing demand, but analysts and climate activists have raised concerns about the implications for climate targets. Brunel Pension Partnership, Greater Manchester Pension Fund and Merseyside Pension Fund, with combined assets of $86 billion, filed a resolution. "By Virginia Furness LONDON (Reuters) - Shell's plans to increase sales of liquefied natural gas (LNG) have been called into question by a by major group of shareholders that has filed a resolution ask...[+2196 chars]" 2025-01-07T14:00:23 Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ:EXC) is a favorite amongst institutional investors who own 85% Simply Wall St https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/exelon-corporation-nasdaq-exc-favorite-140023188.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/88fedce06307b8d0a5a6b7fe29a1be66 US en The top 12 shareholders of Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ:EXC) own 50% of the company, while the second and third largest shareholders hold about 11% and 6.5%. Institutional investors own more than half of the stock. The Vanguard Group, Inc. is the largest shareholder with 12% of shares outstanding. The general public owns 15%. The company's insiders own less than 1%. "Institutions' substantial holdings in Exelon implies that they have significant influence over the company's share price The top 12 shareholders own 50% of the company Ownership research along with an...[+5081 chars]" 2025-01-07T13:36:45 CMA warns listed firms over neglect of minority shareholders Brian Ngugi https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001509196/cma-warns-listed-firms-over-neglect-of-minority-shareholders https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eCaN5lxTUYQqUu0P9AyFgEw0YkIX04Z8DF8JoEam.jpg KE en The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has warned listed companies against failing to adequately protect the rights of minority shareholders. The report highlights a decline in corporate governance practices among Kenyan issuers. CMA encourages companies to adopt sustainability and enhance their environmental, social and governance disclosures. The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has warned listed companies against failing to adequately protect the rights of minority shareholders, highlighting a decline in corporate governance practices amon...[+3987 chars] 2025-01-07T13:32:57 McDonald's joins wave of US companies backing away from DEI Alexis Keenan https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mcdonalds-joins-wave-of-us-companies-backing-away-from-dei-133257658.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/I92LaEhMFRwZhmpZ8FMYSA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NzY-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-11/f3b9a8b0-a8e6-11ef-abfe-746446e7c078 US en "McDonald's retires its practice of setting quotas and does away with a company pledge to hire a diverse group of suppliers. It also changes the way it refers to its diversity team to the ""Global Inclusion Team."" The changes come amid a backlash against diversity-focused initiatives and ""woke"" policies. Walmart, Lowe's, Tractor Supply, and John Deere announced retreats from DEI policies last summer. Last month a federal appeals court struck down Nasdaq rules designed to encourage more diverse company boards." "The DEI rollback across corporate America now includes the country's best-known fast-food chain, McDonald's (MCD). The burger giant said in a Monday announcement that it would retire its practice of s...[+2720 chars]" 2025-01-07T13:30:00 Why mining CEOs must build and maintain a strong online brand Anthony Milewski https://www.fastcompany.com/91252344/why-mining-ceos-must-build-and-maintain-a-strong-online-brand https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2024/12/Why_mining_CEOs_must_build_and_maintain_a_strong_online_brand.jpg US en As digital transformation reshapes industries, mining CEOs must step up and embrace the digital age. Establishing a personal brand online through platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and industry blogs allows mining executives to become thought leaders. Mining often faces public scrutiny over its environmental and social impact. A transparent, authentic online persona can humanize mining CEOs and their companies. Mining is a 19th century business. You take one rock and crack it against the next to find gold or copper. Stakeholders, investors, governments, and the like all live in a modern world built around so...[+5719 chars] 2025-01-07T13:15:40 Agrii Romania champions sustainable agriculture Mihai-Alexandru Cristea https://business-review.eu/br-exclusive/business-champions-of-2024-agrii-romania-champions-sustainable-agriculture-277520 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/monalisa.jpg EU en Monalisa Elena Ungureanu, CEO at Agrii Romania, talks about the company's consistent performance and its commitment to sustainability. Monalisa also explains the role of the agribusiness sector in the transition to digital agriculture and the challenges the company faced in the future. With a strong focus on closely cooperating with Romanian farmers, Agrii supports efficiency and productivity in every partner farm. BR had the opportunity to talk to Monalisa Elena Ungureanu, CEO at A...[+4482 chars] 2025-01-07T13:14:26 Graco (NYSE:GGG) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.275 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/graco-nyse-ggg-increasing-dividend-131426041.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4afa9747177650711578ccd57242a6b7 US en Graco Inc.'s (NYSE:GGG) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to $0.275 on 5th of February. Despite this raise, the dividend yield of 1.3% is only a modest boost to shareholder returns. However, Graco's earnings easily cover the dividend. The company has been growing its earnings per share at 7.6% a year over the past five years. Graco Inc.'s (NYSE:GGG) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to $0.275 on 5th of February. Despite this raise, the dividend yield of 1.3% is only a modest boost to s...[+3086 chars] 2025-01-07T13:06:24 Swiss campaigners launch another ‘responsible business initiative' Swi Swissinfo.Ch https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss-politics/collection-start-for-a-new-corporate-responsibility-initiative/88685832 https://www.swissinfo.ch/content/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/01/255b1d81eb38502d94939cde4f02e5e58dd26667-88684207.jpg?ver=294c5690&fit=1200,900 CH en 'Coalition for Responsible Multinationals' wants to prevent Switzerland from remaining an island without corporate responsibility. The coalition has to collect 100,000 valid signatures by July 7, 2026 to try to secure a nationwide vote. The new obligations should apply to companies with more than 1,000 employees and a turnover of CHF450 million. "+Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The 'Coalition for Responsible Multinationals' must collect 100,000 valid signatures by July 7, 2026 to try to secure a nationwide vote. Pre...[+2534 chars]" 2025-01-07T12:48:04 SPEEDWELL Development: building green and vibrant communities Mihai-Alexandru Cristea https://business-review.eu/br-exclusive/business-champions-of-2024-speedwell-development-building-green-and-vibrant-communities-277510 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Speedwell_Group_Photos_Didier-Balcaen_116-1.jpg EU en Didier Balcaen and Jan Demeyere are the co-founders of SPEEDWELL Development. Speedwell promotes sustainable development through innovative and sustainable projects and by preserving historical and cultural heritage of target sites. The company's biggest management challenges of 2024 were rising costs, unpredictable socio-political contexts, and a lack of dialogue with authorities. Didier Balcaen, CEO & co-founder, and Jan Demeyere, Architect & co-founder of SPEEDWELL Development, shared with Business Review what makes their approach unique and how they aim to turn challenges in...[+4603 chars] 2025-01-07T12:45:00 CMA seeks cap on number of NSE firms secretaries can serve Business Reporter https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/cma-seeks-cap-on-number-of-nse-firms-secretaries-can-serve-4881302 https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/resource/image/4881372/landscape_ratio3x2/1200/800/6a4d73e9e8e015fe15a86c8938f641f3/zO/bd-boardroom.jpg KE en Company secretaries will be limited to serving a maximum of three listed firms at any one time. Capital Markets Authority (CMA) wants to curb potential over-commitment of company secretaries. The role of a company secretary is to ensure that a firm complies with relevant legal and regulatory requirements and keeps board members informed of their legal responsibilities. Company secretaries will be limited to serving a maximum of three listed firms at any one time as the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) seeks to curb potential over-commitment, marking the latest attemp...[+3167 chars] 2025-01-07T12:43:39 Endangered Wildlife OU: innovation and product range expansion https://www.baltictimes.com/endangered_wildlife_ou__innovation_and_product_range_expansion EE en Endangered Wildlife OU (EW) is an Estonian ESG consulting and software company. It is developing products that provide decision-makers with the biodiversity data they need to operate successfully, manage risks, and comply with regulations and laws. The Biodiversity Database is a marketplace for region-specific, life-histories and species-specific data. The Environmental Footprint Calculator (EFC) is a fully online and automated environmental impact assessment tool. EW has partnered with Borneo Futures Sdn Bhd to develop an innovative financing solution for wildlife and conservation. Endangered Wildlife OU (EW), an Estonian ESG consulting and software company, is emerging to be a leader in biodiversity data and valuations. The company uniquely financially values biodiversity to tr...[+5266 chars] 2025-01-07T12:38:59 UK Green Business Awards launches for 2025 https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4393107/uk-green-business-awards-launches-2025 https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/7045059/07e91aab-09ee-4489-b994-9c4f424e833a/4/UKGBA25-Logo-370x229.jpg GB en The UK Green Business Awards 2025 are open for entries until the deadline of February 28th. Over 600 business leaders, entrepreneurs, campaigners, and politicians will gather at the annual awards ceremony and gala dinner on Wednesday 11th June at The Brewery in central London. Previous winners of the awards include London Mayor Sadiq Khan, clean energy unicorn Octopus Energy and vertical farming pioneer GrowUp Farms. "The UK Green Business Awards 2025 has officially launched today, offering green businesses, investors, and executives the chance to showcase Britain's burgeoning green economy. Now in its third year, ...[+3713 chars]" 2025-01-07T12:14:22 Irish listed firms must ‘take action' to meet new EU gender targets Sarah Collins https://www.businesspost.ie/news/irish-listed-firms-must-take-action-to-meet-new-eu-gender-targets https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=54bcfff7-5db6-5073-9cc0-c4c4cf392fb1&type=preview&function=original IE en New EU rules require 33% of listed company board members to be female by 2026. Anne Heraty, the founder and chief executive at CPL Resources, is a member of Kingspan's board. Kingspan is one of the Irish-listed firms that would be in compliance with the new EU rules. "EU Irish listed firms must 'take action' to meet new EU gender targets New EU rules will require 33 per cent of listed company board members to be female by 2026 Sarah Collins 09:11 Anne Heraty, the f...[+1057 chars]" 2025-01-07T11:55:10 Automakers to pool CO2 emissions with Tesla, Mercedes to comply with EU 2025 rules Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stellantis-toyota-ford-mazda-subaru-115510249.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/27ac970198e010be3ce44652dbba9778 US en Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Mazda and Subaru are planning to pool carbon emissions with U.S. EV maker Tesla to comply with EU 2025 rules. Volvo, Polestar and Smart are also planning to do the same with Mercedes. EU 2025 intermediate carbon reduction targets could cost automakers billions of euros in fines. "MILAN (Reuters) - Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Mazda and Subaru are planning to pool carbon emissions with U.S. EV maker Tesla to comply with European Union 2025 rules, an EU filing showed on Tuesday. Vo...[+982 chars]" 2025-01-07T11:48:00 Standard Glass Lining IPO Booked Over 34 Times; Retail Portion Subscribed More Than 78x So Far Vikrant D https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/standard-glass-lining-ipo-booked-over-34-times-retail-portion-subscribed-more-than-78x-so-far https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2024-11-30/pqrq932z/IPO-2.jpg IN en As of Tuesday, the second day of subscription, at 4.30 pm, 34.68 times subscriptions had been made to the initial share sale. NIIs subscribed 78.33 times, the retail investor quota was subscribed for 33.15 times. Qualified institutional investors bid for 2,71,22,681 shares, resulting in a 4.63-fold subscription. The subscription period for the Standard Glass Lining IPO bidding began on January 6, 2025 and it will end on January 8, 2025. The IPO is scheduled to list on the NSE and BSE on January 13, 2025, and the price range is Rs 133 to Rs 140 per share. Investors have responded favorably to Standard Glass Lining Technology Ltd.'s IPO, particularly non-institutional investors. As of Tuesday, the second day of subscription, at 4.30 pm, 34.68 times subs...[+1758 chars] 2025-01-07T11:31:43 McDonald's Backs Away From DEI Programs Amid ‘Shifting Legal Landscape' Leif Le Mahieu https://www.dailywire.com/news/mcdonalds-backs-away-from-dei-programs-amid-shifting-legal-landscape https://dw-wp-production.imgix.net/2025/01/GettyImages-1164548754.jpg?w=1200&h=800&ixlib=react-9.3.0 US en McDonald's is the latest company to scale back diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The Supreme Court's decision to overturn affirmative action prompted the changes. McDonald's will stop participating in external surveys and eliminate 'aspirational representation goals' and its supply chain DEI pledge. "— News — The fast food giant became the latest company to scale back DEI. Fast food giant McDonald's announced Monday that it would step back from several diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives ...[+2369 chars]" 2025-01-07T11:31:34 Mawson Passes the Verification Process for Sustainable Exploration in Finland ACCESSWIRE https://www.eagletribune.com/region/mawson-passes-the-verification-process-for-sustainable-exploration-in-finland/article_b8413ed4-d3db-5a8a-b381-143aeae319b8.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/3/16/316a60cc-c625-58e5-8ff0-80c1f6a2ae6b/677d11daa2006.image.jpg?crop=890%2C467%2C0%2C6&resize=890%2C467&order=crop%2Cresize US en Mawson Finland Limited's 100% owned Finnish subsidiary, Mawson Oy, has passed the verification process of Finnish Standard for Sustainable Exploration. The verification process was finalized during December 2024. The mining industry's sustainability is monitored and developed through the international Towards Sustainable Mining standard. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 7, 2025 / Mawson Finland Limited (""Mawson"" or the ""Company"") (TSX-V:MFL) is pleased to announce that Mawson Finland Limited's 100% owned Finnish subsidiary, Mawson...[+681 chars]" 2025-01-07T10:53:05 The importance of women's leadership on UAE boards Prof. Dame Heather J. McGregor https://www.arabianbusiness.com/opinion/the-importance-of-womens-leadership-on-uae-boards https://www.arabianbusiness.com/cloud/2025/01/07/women-boardroom.jpg AE en The UAE has emerged as a leader in the Gulf Cooperation Council regarding women's board representation. Women hold 10.8% of board positions in the UAE, double the regional average of 5.2%. 66% of audit committee positions are held by women, and 22 of them are chaired by women. Should we stop talking about how many women there are on boards and start talking about what they are doing there? The debate surrounding women's representation in the boardroom has matured significan...[+5632 chars] 2025-01-07T10:52:52 Johari: Higher yields, lower emissions key to palm oil's future AUFA MARDHIAH https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/01/07/johari-higher-yields-lower-emissions-key-to-palm-oils-future https://themalaysianreserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Johari-2.jpg MY en Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani is concerned about the implementation of the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil Standard 2.0. Land deforested after 2020 cannot be used for palm oil cultivation. Non-compliance could affect Malaysia's position as a palm oil exporter. "by AUFA MARDHIAH PLANTATION and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani (picture) addressed key concerns about the implementation of the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil Standard 2.0 (MSPO 2....[+1795 chars]" 2025-01-07T10:31:16 Investors demand Shell explain 'disconnect' between LNG growth plans and climate targets https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4392941/investors-demand-shell-explain-disconnect-lng-growth-plans-climate-targets https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/b207f1d/dd80b37c-fb77-46e6-bbff-6f53a11ba980/6/iStock-496309998-370x229.jpg GB en Investors have filed a shareholder resolution demanding Shell justifies assumptions underpinning its liquefied natural gas (LNG) growth strategy and explain how the controversial plans are consistent with the company's business strategy. for Shell's LNG growth strategy. For more information, go to: http://www.shell.com/investorresolution. Investors have filed a shareholder resolution demanding Shell justifies assumptions underpinning its liquefied natural gas (LNG) growth strategy and explain how the controversial plans are consistent ...[+7 chars] 2025-01-07T10:05:00 Boardroom diversity stalls in the face of conservative backlash Isla Binnie https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2025/01/07/nation-world-news/boardroom-diversity-stalls-in-the-face-of-conservative-backlash https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/web1_Hobson_Mellody.jpeg US en Conservative backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies has sapped corporate enthusiasm for them. The number of new Black directors at Russell 3000 companies fell to 12% in 2024 from 26% two years ago, but the number of white directors bounced back to 69%. NEW YORK — In the aftermath of George Floyd's killing in 2020, investor Mellody Hobson recalls frequent calls from directors at Fortune 500 companies for references to diverse candidates for boards. N...[+2264 chars] 2025-01-07T10:05:00 Exodus by Wall Street banks from climate group worries advocates Simon Jessop https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2025/01/07/nation-world-news/exodus-by-wall-street-banks-from-climate-group-worries-advocates https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/wp-content/themes/tribuneherald/images/logo.png US en Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citi, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan and others left Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) in recent weeks. The alliance's members aim to align their financing with the global climate fight. Republican politicians warned that membership in the group could breach antitrust rules. LONDON/NEW YORK — U.S. lenders have been rushing in recent weeks to leave one of the world's top banking sector climate coalitions, drawing scorn from campaigners who worry the industry is losing reso...[+2314 chars] 2025-01-07T09:10:33 A strategic response to calls for renegotiation of the ExxonMobil agreement GTIMES https://guyanatimesgy.com/a-strategic-response-to-calls-for-renegotiation-of-the-exxonmobil-agreement https://guyanatimesgy.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/website-header-letters.jpg GY en A strategic response to calls for renegotiation of the ExxonMobil agreement is needed to respond to the calls for renegotiating the agreement with the oil giant. . i in this regard, it is necessary to take a strategic response. A strategic response to calls for renegotiation of the ExxonMobil agreement 2025-01-07T08:03:11 SAGA Metals Begins Mobilization Efforts for Maiden Drill Programs in Labrador, Canada Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/saga-metals-begins-mobilization-efforts-for-maiden-drill-programs-in-labrador-canada https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/figure-1-2.jpeg CA en SAGA Metals Corp. is a North American exploration company focused on critical mineral discovery. The Company has mobilized efforts for the Company's maiden drill programs at both of the 100% owned Double Mer Uranium and Radar Titanium-Vanadium (Ti-V) projects. "Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SAGA Metals Corp. ('SAGA' or the 'Company') (TSXV: SAGA) (OTCQB: SAGMF) (FSE: 20H), a North American exploration company f...[+224 chars]" 2025-01-07T08:00:00 DeepGreenX and Forest First International Announce the Launch of the World's Largest Natural Asset Digitalization and Green Development Project Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/deepgreenx-forest-first-international-announce-080000292.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/HtOCEBd6FUxQaNm4H4PLEA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0yMTU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/44ebcc9ba49aed8b6f8d8c6c34047d8c US en DeepGreenX and Forest First announce a strategic cooperation agreement to promote the development of a green economy based on natural assets in the Maluku region of Indonesia. The Agreement is founded on 60-year exclusive franchise rights to promote local sustainable economic growth that have been granted to Forest First by the local landowners' alliance for natural resources. The franchise rights cover over 1,300 islands and up to 70 million hectares of land and coastal waters. The partners expect to develop similar projects throughout Southeast Asia and globally. "LONDON & NEW YORK, January 07, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DeepGreenX Group Inc. (""DeepGreenX,"" ""DXG,"" or the ""Company""), an AI-enabled green energy and technology company, and Forest First International I...[+3649 chars]" 2025-01-07T07:21:18 Costco opposes anti-DEI pitch Alex Halverson https://dailyprogress.com/costco-opposes-anti-dei-pitch/article_a8667b5e-5ed3-5a9b-bf7c-8610ea00b110.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/dailyprogress.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/d/7f/d7fbab63-29fa-5b1e-b87d-cfda39cf980b/677cd5bfaaedd.image.jpg?crop=602%2C316%2C0%2C78&resize=602%2C316&order=crop%2Cresize US en The Center for Public Policy Research wants Costco to review its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The board of directors of the Issaquah, Washington-based company wants to reject the proposal. The company's success depends on establishing a racially diverse, inclusive workplace. Walmart dropped several of its diversity policies in November. "ALEX HALVERSON The Seattle Times A Costco shareholder proposal brought by a conservative activist asked the company to probe its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, with an eye toward eliminatin...[+4574 chars]" 2025-01-07T07:02:14 3 Stocks Estimated To Be Trading Up To 46% Below Intrinsic Value Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/3-stocks-estimated-trading-46-070214045.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/b23fe2923663ce315e2ef7ba313db8b9 US en Ficont Industry (Beijing) (SHSE:605305) (CN¥27.90, CN¥55.57, CN$43.25, CNY 58.73, and AeroEdge (TSE:7409) (AIM:FEVR) (£6.605, £13.12, C$19.15, A$0.66). Shanghai AoHua Photoelectricity Endoscope Co. Ltd. (SEHK:1548) (CNY 40.28), Shandong Weigao Orthopaedic Device (ShSE:688161), Vogo (ENXTPA:ALVGO) As global markets navigate mixed performances and economic uncertainties, investors are increasingly on the lookout for opportunities that may offer value amidst volatility. With major indices like th...[+5729 chars] 2025-01-07T06:21:00 Coway Announces Expansion of Shareholder Return Policy PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/coway-announces-expansion-shareholder-return-062100351.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/8e88c5d15ef45524ce92680cc6ce47f9 US en Coway Co., Ltd. has announced the expansion of its shareholder return policy. Coway's total shareholder return rate will double from 20% to 40% starting in FY2024. The company will participate in South Korea's Corporate Value-Up Program in 2025 to increase corporate value. "Total Shareholder Return Rate* Increase: Doubling from 20% to 40% through 2027 to enhance shareholder value. Dividend Increase and Share Cancellation: For FY2024, cash dividends will more than double ...[+4609 chars]" 2025-01-07T06:16:25 Companies hiring less diverse executives amid anti-DEI pushback Reuters https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/companies-hiring-less-diverse-executives-amid-anti-dei-pushback-5cbcaa72c0bdc3a75ce808d937d4919f687d59d3 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/newspress-collage-jfkx0oplr-1736193376876.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&1736175388&w=1200 FR en Conservative backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies has sapped corporate enthusiasm for them. The number of new black directors at Russell 3000 companies fell to 12% in 2024 from 26% two years ago, but the number of white directors bounced back to 69% in 2022. NEW YORK — In the aftermath of George Floyd's killing in 2020, investor Mellody Hobson recalls frequent calls from directors at Fortune 500 companies for references to diverse candidates for boards. N...[+1255 chars] 2025-01-07T06:02:21 CMA reports 2% decline in corporate governance scores for issuers CORRESPONDENT https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/2025/01/cma-reports-2-decline-in-corporate-governance-scores-for-issuers https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/business/files/2023/01/Whyclffe-Shamiah-CMA-CEO-e1674216157300.jpg KE en The Capital Markets Authority has reported a 2 percent drop in the annual weighted overall corporate governance score for issuers of securities in the 2023/2024 financial year. The decline was attributed to non-compliance with the Corporate Governance Code principles following the enactment of the Public Offers, Listings, and Disclosures (POLD) Regulations 2023. NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 7 – The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has reported a 2 percent drop in the annual weighted overall corporate governance score for issuers of securities in the 2023/2024 financial...[+1410 chars] 2025-01-07T05:01:47 Regulatory simplification: CSRDead https://delano.lu/article/regulatory-simplification-csrdead https://assets.paperjam.lu/images/articles/regulatory-simplification-csrdead/0.5/0.5/600/400/696282.jpg LU en The initiative is part of a drive to simplify bureaucracy and boost the competitiveness of the EU. The stated aim is to reduce reporting obligations for businesses by 25%. The initiative risks disrupting the work that some companies have already undertaken to comply with existing legislation. It is essential that the initiative does not undermine the protection of consumers, the environment or workers' rights. Announced at the meeting of European leaders in Budapest in November, the initiative is part of a drive to simplify bureaucracy and boost the competitiveness of the EU. The stated aim is to reduce rep...[+1443 chars] 2025-01-07T05:00:00 New head appointed at SGS College in Stroud James Felton https://www.gazetteseries.co.uk/news/24835361.new-head-appointed-sgs-college-stroud https://www.gazetteseries.co.uk/resources/images/18943430.jpg?type=og-image GB en David Withey has been appointed as the new principal at South Gloucestershire and South College. He will take over from Kevin Hamblin who has been SGS CEO since October 2001. Mr Withey is looking forward to leading the college on behalf of the communities it serves. "THE NEWLY appointed principal at South Gloucestershire and South College says he is looking forward to the challenge. SGS has recently announced the appointment of David Withey as the new CEO and prin...[+1483 chars]" 2025-01-07T05:00:00 New head appointed in Stroud James Felton https://www.stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk/news/24835339.new-head-appointed-sgs-college-stroud https://www.stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk/resources/images/18943430.jpg?type=og-image GB en David Withey has been appointed as the new CEO and principal of Stroud and South Gloucestershire College. He will take over from Kevin Hamblin who has served as SGS CEO since October 2001. Mr Withey is looking forward to leading the college on behalf of the communities it serves. "David Withey has been appointed as the new CEO and principal of Stroud and South Gloucestershire College (Image: SGS College) THE NEWLY appointed principal at South Gloucestershire and South College s...[+1439 chars]" 2025-01-07T04:28:40 SECP strengthens regulatory framework for mutual fund industry https://www.nation.com.pk/07-Jan-2025/secp-strengthens-regulatory-framework-for-mutual-fund-industry https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en The SECP has further strengthened the regulatory framework for the mutual fund industry by specifying detailed requirements for 'Investment Plans'. The initiative builds upon the enabling provisions introduced via amendments to the Non-Banking Finance Companies and Notified Entities Regulations, 2008. The new requirements have been developed after extensive consultation with stakeholders, including the Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan. ISLAMABAD - The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has further strengthened the regulatory framework for the mutual fund industry by specifying detailed requirements for 'Investment...[+2201 chars] 2025-01-07T03:32:00 Honest conversation needed to address climate change: EBC Financial Group head https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2025/01/175_389508.html https://img.koreatimes.co.kr/upload/thumbnailV2/6c0a8e87f4544a7ab176251e2e528cef.png KR en David Barrett is CEO of EBC Financial Group, a globally leading broker based in London. He was a panelist at What Economists Really Do (W.E.R.D.), jointly held by Oxford University on topics ranging from the climate crisis to labor market discrimination. He believes the financial markets can help deliver huge change and massive innovation to overcome the issues, but they will not do it without encouragement. The lack of honesty in the conversation about climate change is the most urgent issue before deliberating the cost in financial and social change terms, according to a noted macro and environmental ex...[+4299 chars] 2025-01-07T03:09:55 Businesses recruiting executives with less focus on diversity in response to resistance against diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts Internewscast https://internewscast.com/news/us/businesses-recruiting-executives-with-less-focus-on-diversity-in-response-to-resistance-against-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-efforts https://internewscast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/cropped-icon-512-32x32.png NG en There is a decrease in corporate support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives due to a backlash from conservative groups. The number of new black directors at Russell 3000 companies fell to 12% in 2024 from 26% two years ago, while the number of white directors bounced back to 69%. "Share this @internewscast.com Following the death of George Floyd in 2020, investor Mellody Hobson received numerous requests from directors of Fortune 500 companies seeking referrals for diverse boar...[+3973 chars]" 2025-01-07T02:34:00 CA Sri Lanka unveils comprehensive implementation roadmap for sustainability standards https://www.ft.lk/business/CA-Sri-Lanka-unveils-comprehensive-implementation-roadmap-for-sustainability-standards/34-771497 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_f1fb55cefd.jpg LK en Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) unveiled a roadmap to support the adoption of the International Sustainability Standards Board's (ISSB) global sustainability disclosure standards. The adoption of SLFRS S1 and S2 commenced in January 2025 and full implementation planned by 2030. CA Sri Lanka has already carried out several proactive initiatives to increase awareness and support adoption of these standards. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), in March last year unveiled a comprehensive implementation roadmap to support the adoption of the International Sustainability Stand...[+4196 chars] 2025-01-07T02:29:10 The past three years for China Everbright Water (SGX:U9E) investors has not been profitable Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/past-three-years-china-everbright-022910477.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/75340bd02450c906c770b365ea76535b US en China Everbright Water Limited's share price is down 27% in the last three years, falling well short of the market return of around 22%. The company's earnings per share dropped by 0.9% each year, but the share price decline of 10% is steeper than the EPS slippage. The company has a P/E ratio of 3.45. It has a total shareholder return of 22%, which is better than the annual TSR of 1.8%. In order to justify the effort of selecting individual stocks, it's worth striving to beat the returns from a market index fund. But its virtually certain that sometimes you will buy stocks that fall ...[+3853 chars] 2025-01-07T02:29:00 DIMO shines at TAGS Awards 2024, clinches prestigious Overall Silver award https://www.ft.lk/business/DIMO-shines-at-TAGS-Awards-2024-clinches-prestigious-Overall-Silver-award/34-771495 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_593e19bfa1.jpg LK en DIMO won the Silver award for Overall Excellence in Corporate Reporting at the TAGS Awards 2024. The company also earned a Gold award and four Silver awards for its commitment to Transparency, Accountability, Governance, and Sustainability. DIMO's 2023/24 Annual Report was themed 'Agile by nature' with a dragonfly metaphor and introduced an innovative braille synopsis for the visually impaired. DIMO triumphed at the TAGS Awards 2024, winning the prestigious Silver award for Overall Excellence in Corporate Reporting. The company also earned a Gold award and four Silver awards, highlighting it...[+718 chars] 2025-01-07T01:45:35 BE Resources Announces Termination of Proposed Business Combination With Bio Graphene Solutions Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/BE_Resources_Announces_Termination_of_Proposed_Business_Comb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/[] US en BE Resources Inc. (TSXV: BER.H) announces its letter of intent (the) to issue a share to the public. BE Resources is a private company based in Toronto, Canada. It is a subsidiary of BE Resources Inc., which is a publicly traded company. "TORONTO, Jan. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BE Resources Inc. (the ""Company"" or 'BE Resources') (TSXV: BER.H) announces its letter of intent (the" 2025-01-07T01:24:00 Steel giant Hebei to get even greener https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202501/07/WS677c824da310f1265a1d9582.html http://img2.chinadaily.com.cn/images/202501/07/677c824da310f1268d87eecc.jpeg CN en Hebei is a major steel-producing province in China. It has 55 steel companies with A-grade environmental performance, accounting for over 60 percent of the national total. Hebei has achieved comprehensive Grade A status for all of its steel enterprises in operation. The province has established stricter environmental standards for its steel industry. "An employee arranges steel bars at a production facility in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province, in May. [Photo/Xinhua] Hebei, a major steel-producing province in China, has made important strides in promoti...[+2516 chars]" 2025-01-07T01:24:00 EDF: EDF announces the success of its 'Formosa' green senior bond issue for a nominal amount of $500 million https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6008516 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/ZTgzNWM2NDEtZjhhNS00ZDZkLThhNTYtMGEwMTMzZjkwMjQ0LTEwMTEwMzg=/tiny/EDF.png TW en EDF has successfully raised $500 million of senior green bonds with a 5-year maturity and a SOFR + 1.15% floating coupon. The proceeds will be used to finance and/or refinance investments as defined in EDF's Green Financing Framework. The transaction enables EDF to finance its strategy and objective to contribute to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. There will be no public offer of the Bonds in the United States. "EDF announces the success of its 'Formosa' green senior bond issue for a nominal amount of $500 million On 6 January 2025, EDF (BBB positive S&P / Baa1 stable Moody's / BBB+ negative Fitch) successful...[+2587 chars]" 2025-01-07T00:52:10 Boardroom diversity stalls amid DEI backlash. Could that trend accelerate under Trump? Isla Binnie https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/01/06/boardroom-diversity-stalls-dei-backlash/77496942007 https://www.usatoday.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2025/01/07/USAT/77497111007-xxx-mellody-hobson.jpg?crop=2999,1687,x0,y156&width=2999&height=1687&format=pjpg&auto=webp US en Conservative backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies has sapped corporate enthusiasm for them. The number of new Black directors at Russell 3000 companies fell to 12% in 2024 from 26% two years ago, but the number of white directors bounced back to 69%. "Isla Binnie Reuters In the aftermath of George Floyd's killing in 2020, investor Mellody Hobson recalls frequent calls from directors at Fortune 500 companies for references to diverse candidates for ...[+3860 chars]" 2025-01-07T00:50:00 Sodexo - Monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights on December 31, 2024 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6008496 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Issy-les-Moulineaux, January 6, 2025, is the date of the monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights. The registered name of the issuer is SODEXO, registered address is 92130 Bataille de Stalingrad. The actual voting rights of the Company shares are the same, except for treasury shares which do not have voting rights and registered shares held for more than four years. Theoretical voting rights are based on the shares having either single or double voting rights, including treasury shares. "Issy-les-Moulineaux, January 6, 2025 Monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights Pursuant to Article L.233-8-II of the French Commercial Code and Article 223-16 of the General Regulation of ...[+1605 chars]" 2025-01-07T00:31:22 Amended E&P policy may be notified today Khalid Mustafa https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1269515-amended-e-p-policy-may-be-notified-today https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-07/l_1269515_053122_updates.jpg PK en The government may notify the amended Exploration and Production (E&P) Policy 2012 on Tuesday (today) to enable E&P companies to sell 35% of gas from future discoveries to the private sector at auctioned prices. ECNEC had approved the implementation framework on November 25, 2024. It took the Petroleum Division over a month and a half to finalise the notification. Once issued, the policy is expected to attract $5 billion investment to the oil and gas sector. ISLAMABAD: The government may notify the amended Exploration and Production (E&P) Policy 2012 on Tuesday (today) to enable E&P companies to sell 35 per cent of gas from future discoveries to the priva...[+3252 chars] 2025-01-07T00:30:00 Role of sustainable supply chains – building a resilient future Surajit Rakshit https://vneconomy.vn/role-of-sustainable-supply-chains-building-a-resilient-future.htm https://media.vneconomy.vn/640x360/images/upload/2025/01/07/ong0340-1.jpg VN en There is an increasing push for companies to adopt sustainable practices. HSBC aims to achieve net zero in its operations and supply chain by 2030 and in its financing portfolio by 2050. Supply chain accounts for more than 90% of an enterprise's greenhouse gas emissions. SME businesses don't have the in-house climate expertise and limited access to capital to drive and fund climate transformation. Global banks can play a role in helping decarbonise cross-border trade flows and supply chains. A few months ago, I read some news on Helene and Milton hurricanes being supercharged by climate change that hit hard on the US. Closer to home, Typhoon Yagi wreaked havoc disrupting normal life in ma...[+6676 chars] 2025-01-07T00:15:18 McDonald's rolls back some diversity practices in head office Waylon Cunningham https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mcdonalds-rolls-back-diversity-practices-001518450.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/2e4b6dc08b41399193148c6218a28077 US en McDonald's is retiring its goal for diversity in corporate leadership and shifting away from some diversity practices. The fast-food chain follows other U.S. corporations shying away from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives as pressure bears down from conservative activists. "By Waylon Cunningham and Nicholas P. Brown (Reuters) - McDonald's is retiring its goal for diversity in corporate leadership and shifting away from some diversity practices, citing a ""shifting legal l...[+1954 chars]" 2025-01-07T00:03:17 ‘Assessment of mining projects impact on environs vital' The Chronicle https://www.chronicle.co.zw/assessment-of-mining-projects-impact-on-environs-vital https://www.chronicle.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2013/08/Marange-Diamonds.jpg KZ en Mr Tinotenda Chitamba has emphasised the importance of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (Esias) in ensuring sustainable mining practices in Zimbabwe. He commended the Environmental Management Agency for mandating Esias for mining operations. He highlighted the benefits of Esias, including environmental protection, social equity and improved waste management. However, he acknowledged challenges, particularly for smaller mining companies. "Nokuthaba Brita Ncube, [email protected] A SAFETY, Health, Environmental, and Quality (Sheq) practitioner, Mr Tinotenda Chitamba, has emphasised the importance of Environmental and Social Impact Asses...[+3168 chars]" 2025-01-07T00:02:56 Gwesela pushes for ZIFA corporate governance Eddie Chikamhi https://www.herald.co.zw/gwesela-pushes-for-zifa-corporate-governance https://www.herald.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/Xolisani-Gwesela-680x380.jpg ZW en Xolisani Gwesela is the ZIFA Chief Operations Officer. He served the association under three different administrations in the last 10 years. He wants to create a corporate governance framework for ZIFA itself. He also wants to see improved funding for the development of ZIFA members. "Zimpapers Sports Hub FORMER ZIFA Chief Operations Officer Xolisani Gwesela says the association's Executive Committee members should declare their assets before assuming office as part of good corpora...[+5272 chars]" 2025-01-07T00:00:00 [INTERVIEW] Honest conversation needed to address climate change: EBC Financial Group head Korea Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/INTERVIEW_Honest_conversation_needed_to_address_climate_chan https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Lack of clarity about climate change is the most urgent issue before deliberating the cost in financial and social terms, according to David Barrett, a noted macro and environmental expert. EBC Financial Group CEO Lee Kyung-min is concerned about the lack of honesty in the conversation. By Lee Kyung-min EBC Financial Group CEO David Barrett The lack of honesty in the conversation about climate change is the most urgent issue before deliberating the cost in financial and social change...[+87 chars] 2025-01-07T00:00:00 Chowgule & Co. partners with Lloyd's Register to develop first-ever ESG report and strategy system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/Chowgule_Co_partners_with_Lloyd_s_Register_to_develop_firste https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en This collaboration demonstrates Chowgule & Co.'s commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices, says the company's CEO. Chowgules & Co. is a leading business partner of the company. It is committed to sustainable business practices and environmental protection. It's a leading company. This collaboration demonstrates the company's commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices. Chowgule & Co., a leading 2025-01-07T00:00:00 These Companies Have Rolled Back DEI Policies—McDonald's Is Latest To Abandon Diversity Standards Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/These_Companies_Have_Rolled_Back_DEI_Policies_McDonald_s_Is_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en McDonald's joins Walmart, Lowe's and Ford in scaling back their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion programs, as they do not want to increase their spending on diversity and equity programs anymore.   . i in this regard. McDonald's joins companies like Walmart, Lowe's and Ford, which have already announced they would scale back their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion programs. 2025-01-07T00:00:00 Management Change/Compensation Form 8 K (Safe & Green Holdings Corp) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/Management_Change_Compensation_Form_8_K_Safe_Green_Holdings_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en On January 3, 2025, the Board of Directors of Safe & Green Holdings Corp approved the appointment of Michael McLaren as a director of the company. Item 5.02.02: Departure of Directors or Certain Officers, Election of Directors, Appointment of Officers, Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. ) Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On January 3, 2025, the Board of Directo...[+106 chars] 2025-01-07T00:00:00 Elon Musk is infuriating European leaders with his political grenades system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/Elon_Musk_is_infuriating_European_leaders_with_his_political https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The leaders of the UK, Germany and France have condemned Elon Musk's comments about Europe. Musk's many X posts have become increasingly extreme in recent days. Musk has focused on European politics in many of his X posts. Musk doesn't appear to care about Western civilization. Elon Musk has focused on European politics in many X posts. Yui Mok/PA/Getty ImagesThe leaders of the UK, Germany, and France have condemned Elon Musk's comments about Europe.His many X posts have bec...[+159 chars] 2025-01-07T00:00:00 Specialized Disclosure Report (Form SD) (Ero Copper Corp) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/Specialized_Disclosure_Report_Form_SD_Ero_Copper_Corp https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Ero Copper Corp. filed its annual report for the period from 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2024. The report was submitted on 5/29/20 24. It is in compliance with the Extractive Sector Transparency Measures Act. ) Extractive Sector Transparency Measures Act - Annual Report Reporting Entity Name Ero Copper Corp. Reporting Year From 1/1/2023 To: 12/31/2023 Date submitted 5/29/2024 Reporting Entity ESTMA 2025-01-07T00:00:00 McDonald's Becomes Latest Big Company to Walk Back DEI Measures National Review https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/mcdonald_8217s_becomes_latest_big_company_to_walk_back_dei_m https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The initiatives include the company's DEI pledge for suppliers and its demographic-based representational goals for its demographic and representational targets. It's also a company's demographic and demographic targets for its suppliers. It is a company initiative for its supplier partners as well. The initiatives include the company's DEI pledge for suppliers and its demographic-based representational goals. 2025-01-07T00:00:00 Why Wall Street Banks Are Suddenly Quitting A Global Climate Group New York Observer https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/07/Why_Wall_Street_Banks_Are_Suddenly_Quitting_A_Global_Climate https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Many of the largest banks in the U.S. are quitting an international climate group due to rising political pressure as the nation enters a second Trump presidency. Regulators are more focused on the increasingly elevated sustainability standards and reporting requirements imposed by regulators around the world. Morgan Stanley headquarters building in New York City. Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images From Goldman Sachs (GS) to Morgan Stanley (MS), many of the largest banks in the U.S. are quitting an internatio...[+234 chars] 2025-01-07T00:00:00 McDonald's rolls back some of its diversity practices @New Vision https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/world/mcdonalds-rolls-back-some-of-its-diversity-pr-NV_202644 https://newvision-media.s3.amazonaws.com/cms/4d5a1651-2ec7-40a9-a6f9-f20ac249451b.jpg UG en The fast-food giant is no longer asking suppliers to commit to certain diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) targets and withdrawing from external surveys that gauge corporate diversity. It has also changed the name of its diversity committee to reflect the new policy. The fast-food giant's announced changes include no longer asking suppliers to commit to certain diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) targets, withdrawing from external surveys that gauge corporate di...[+58 chars] 2025-01-06T23:31:48 How ESG is changing sustainability in agriculture Jonah Grignon https://www.producer.com/news/how-esg-is-changing-sustainability-in-agriculture https://static.producer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/06165333/28-4-col-magnify-GettyImages-2123126059.jpg CA en Legislation governing environmental social and governance disclosure could change the way sustainability is measured. Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards are moving forward, with potential new rules coming into effect soon. ESG standards have more consumer-facing potential than other sustainability policies. For some producers, integrating disclosure standards may not require changes to their practices, but it will mean showing the data. "Legislation governing environmental social and governance disclosure could change the way sustainability is measured Environmental, social and governance frameworks are becoming the standard for measu...[+5751 chars]" 2025-01-06T23:20:00 Gildan Included in the Dow Jones Sustainability(TM) Index for the 12th Consecutive Year Gildan Activewear https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gildan-included-dow-jones-sustainability-232000076.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/c264a1c524f8968dff2eb2be6e8be652 US en Gildan has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability index for the 12th year in a row. Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel. Its product offering includes activewear, underwear and socks. The Company markets its products in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. "MONTREAL, QC / ACCESSWIRE / January 6, 2025 / Gildan Activewear Gildan Activewear Inc. (TSX:GIL)(NYSE:GIL) (""Gildan"" or the ""Company"") is pleased to share that it has been included in the Dow Jones Su...[+3749 chars]" 2025-01-06T22:52:14 Annual Report by Investment Company (Form N-CSR) (Advisors Inner Circle Fund) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/Annual_Report_by_Investment_Company_Form_NCSR_Advisors_Inner_j8 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_gufcqQJoX0/0.jpg US en The United States Securities and Exchange Commission has sent a file to the Disciplined Equity Fund. The file is called N-CSRCERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENTINVESTMENT COMPANIESInvestment Company Act File Number 811-06400. ) Consolidated ssr-output-EDGAR XBRL FileUNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWashington, D.C. 20549FORM N-CSRCERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENTINVESTMENT COMPANIESInvestm...[+71 chars] 2025-01-06T22:20:56 Gildan Included in the Dow Jones Sustainability™ Index for the 12th Consecutive Year Gildan Activewear https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/gildan-activewear-inc-glenn-chamandy-north-america-south-america-c8375201ae5028c3f82d5294e3d83e09 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/0735931/2147483647/strip/true/crop/600x338+0+31/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F3f%2F03%2Fdd24ba79d8503214ecd99613893f%2F54a2b7ed986d385447e1446112f82332 US en Gildan has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability index for the 12th year in a row. Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel. It markets its products in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America under a diversified portfolio of Company-owned brands. MONTREAL, Jan. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) ('Gildan' or the 'Company') is pleased to share that it has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability™ North ...[+3120 chars] 2025-01-06T22:19:58 Gildan Included in the Dow Jones Sustainability™ Index for the 12th Consecutive Year Globe Newswire https://ottawasun.com/globe-newswire/gildan-included-in-the-dow-jones-sustainability-index-for-the-12th-consecutive-year https://smartcdn.gprod.postmedia.digital/financialpost/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/gildan-included-in-the-dow-jones-sustainability-index-for-th.jpeg CA en Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel. Its product offering includes activewear, underwear and socks. The Company markets its products in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America under a diversified portfolio of Company-owned brands. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain. "More information about Gildan's ESG strategy can be found here. About Gildan Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel. The Company's product offering includes activewear, underwear a...[+1099 chars]" 2025-01-06T21:44:00 Meta Adds UFC's Dana White to Board Dean Seal https://www.wsj.com/tech/meta-adds-ufcs-dana-white-to-board-09cbd022 https://images.wsj.net/im-982033/social US en UFC President Dana White is among three new members of Platforms' board of directors. Exor EXO CEO John Elkann and technology investor Charlie Songhurst were elected as directors to aid in the company's focus on artificial intelligence and wearable technology. Meta META increased by 4.23%. "Meta META 4.23%increase; green up pointing triangle Platforms said Monday that UFC President Dana White is among three new members of its board of directors. Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg said White...[+218 chars]" 2025-01-06T21:38:54 McDonald's Retires Some Diversity Goals in Latest Corporate Retreat Daniela Sirtori https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/mcdonald-s-retires-some-diversity-goals-in-latest-corporate-retreat/ar-AA1x3V9u US en McDonald's is revamping its approach to diversity, equity and inclusion. The company will no longer set 'aspirational representation goals' and will instead continue to 'embed inclusion practices' into its day-to-day business. It will also retire a DEI pledge in its supply chain and its diversity team will be called the Global Inclusion Team. McDonald's shares dropped 0.9% on Monday. (Bloomberg) -- McDonald's Corp. is revamping its approach to diversity, equity and inclusion, becoming the latest large company to change its strategy as the once-ubiquitous goals come under pressure ...[+3728 chars] 2025-01-06T21:30:45 Kadant Named to Newsweek's List of America's Greenest Companies 2025 Kadant Inc https://www.eagletribune.com/region/kadant-named-to-newsweek-s-list-of-america-s-greenest-companies-2025/article_7616d4bc-fa28-5433-b3a3-87b4221a3a41.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en "Kadant Inc. was named one of ""America's Greenest Companies 2025"" by Newsweek magazine. The award recognizes 500 companies committed to environmental resource preservation. Jeffrey L. Powell, president and chief executive officer of Kadant, said it is an honor to receive the award." "WESTFORD, Mass., Jan. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today it was named one of ""America's Greenest Companies 2025"" by Newsweek magazine. The award recognizes 500 compan...[+450 chars]" 2025-01-06T21:14:35 UGI Corporation to Hold Fiscal 2025 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call on Thursday, February 6 Business Wire https://www.bakersfield.com/ap/news/ugi-corporation-to-hold-fiscal-2025-first-quarter-earnings-conference-call-on-thursday-february-6/article_b5841ae2-c0d5-5167-8a0e-d9e169786c21.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/bakersfield.com/content/tncms/custom/image/d09180fc-6bee-11e7-8b72-ff928e2e17d5.png?resize=600%2C315 US en UGGI Corporation will announce its Fiscal 2025 first quarter results after the market closes on February 5, 2025. The company will hold a live internet audio webcast of its conference call to discuss these results at 9:00 AM ET on Thursday, February 6. "VALLEY FORGE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 6, 2025-- UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) will announce its Fiscal 2025 first quarter results after the market closes on February 5, 2025. The company will hold a l...[+113 chars]" 2025-01-06T21:06:26 Domo Partners with Data Consulting Group to Provide Advanced Business Intelligence Capabilities to Global Enterprises Business Wire https://www.enidnews.com/region/domo-partners-with-data-consulting-group-to-provide-advanced-business-intelligence-capabilities-to-global-enterprises/article_af027434-3b0e-5d62-b20e-1dda3f682e62.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/custom/image/274f102e-c5aa-11e8-8594-87a63e6d4522.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Domo and Data Consulting Group (DCG) have partnered to provide customers with end-to-end data management and democratization across the enterprise. DCG's ability to bridge data management with holistic enterprise strategies makes them an ideal partner for Domo. Domo's cloud-native data experience platform goes beyond traditional business intelligence and analytics. "SILICON SLOPES, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 6, 2025-- Today Businesses turn to DCG for its expertise in enterprise data strategy, AI readiness and data governance, helping these organizations untangle ...[+3009 chars]" 2025-01-06T21:00:00 Responsible growth to shape Thailand's sustainable future Mathias Greger https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2934541/responsible-growth-to-shape-thailands-sustainable-future https://www.bangkokpost.com/v3/assets/images/img-default.jpg TH en Thailand is planning to introduce a carbon tax in 2025 to fight climate change. DKSH has installed solar panels at its four main distribution centres and deployed electric vehicles in Thailand to reduce carbon emissions by 45,000 tonnes annually and save 5.4 million baht in energy costs each year. The company also supports children and families in construction site camps. Thailand's commitment to tackling climate crisis is evident through its evolving environmental policies, including plans to become Southeast Asia's second country, after Singapore, to introduce a carb...[+6085 chars] 2025-01-06T20:35:05 Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Stealth Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:SGI)? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/too-consider-buying-stealth-group-203505943.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/67199089f87ca6ea8b33765175d6b1ff US en Stealth Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:SGI) received a substantial price increase on the ASX over the last few months. The company has traded much higher in the past year. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 42.17x is well-above the industry average of 26.59x. Stealth Group Holdings's profit is expected to more than double over the next couple of years. Stealth Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:SGI), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial price increase on the ASX over the last few months. While good news for shar...[+4026 chars] 2025-01-06T20:30:00 Endeavour Announces Total voting rights Jan. 6, 2025 20:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6008257 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/YjA5MWYyYjQtYzRlNS00YTRhLWFjMzYtMjYzNzRjMTA5ZmE4LTEyMjI4MTM=/tiny/Endeavour-Mining-PLC.png TW en The total number of voting rights of Endeavour Mining plc is 243,993,585 as at 31 December 2024 6 January 2025. The figure may be used by shareholders to determine if they are required to notify their interest in the Company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6. "ENDEAVOUR ANNOUNCES TOTAL VOTING RIGHTS London, 06 January 2025 – Endeavour Mining plc (LSE:EDV, TSX:EDV) ('the Company') The following notification is made in accordance with the UK Financial Conduct...[+1686 chars]" 2025-01-06T20:18:27 McDonald's Retires Some Diversity Goals in Latest Corporate Retreat list.metadata.agency https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/mcdonalds-retires-some-diversity-goals-in-latest-corporate-retreat-11736194707677.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2024/12/06/1600x900/company_2_1733465085102_1733465089141.png IN en McDonald's Corp. is revamping its approach to diversity, equity and inclusion. It will no longer set 'aspirational representation goals' and will instead continue to 'embed inclusion practices' into its business. The company's diversity team will now be called the Global Inclusion Team and McDonald's said its 'commitment to inclusion is steadfast' (Bloomberg) -- McDonald's Corp. is revamping its approach to diversity, equity and inclusion, becoming the latest large company to change its strategy as the once-ubiquitous goals come under pressure ...[+1716 chars] 2025-01-06T18:07:03 Investors in Exco Technologies (TSE:XTC) have unfortunately lost 13% over the last three years Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/investors-exco-technologies-tse-xtc-180703419.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/022699753fad0dede80810c245e79274 US en Shares of Exco Technologies Limited (TSE:XTC) have dropped 26% in three years, while the market returned about 26%. The company's earnings per share dropped by 7.7% each year during that time. The TSR for the last 3 years was -13%, which exceeds the share price return mentioned earlier. The longer term returns are running at about 4% a year. In order to justify the effort of selecting individual stocks, it's worth striving to beat the returns from a market index fund. But the risk of stock picking is that you will likely buy under-perform...[+3702 chars] 2025-01-06T17:26:46 Information on the total number of shares and voting rights, 31 december 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/07/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/information-on-the-total-number-of-shares-and-voting-rights-31-december-2024/2031848 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/07/507280.jpg PH en According to Article 9 of the Company's Articles of Association, anyone who comes to hold or ceases to hold a percentage of the company's capital or voting rights equal to or greater than 3% or any multiple of 1% above 3% is required to inform the company within the time limit provided for in Article R. 233-1 of the French Commercial Code. "Ivry-sur-Seine - France, January 6, 2025 Regulated information INFORMATION ON THE TOTAL NUMBER OF SHARES AND VOTING RIGHTS Statement in compliance with article L. 233-8 II of the French commercial cod...[+1002 chars]" 2025-01-06T17:11:00 Vedanta Aluminium secures 2nd position in S&P Global CSA PTI https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/vedanta-aluminium-secures-2nd-position-in-sp-global-csa/articleshow/116997826.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-116997852,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-37926,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Vedanta Aluminium secured the second position in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the aluminium sector globally with an overall score of 77. This is the fourth year in a row that Vedanta has featured among the top companies globally in these rankings. "NEW DELHI: Vedanta Aluminium said the company has been recognized for its sustainability efforts , securing the second position in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the alum...[+1176 chars]" 2025-01-06T17:06:19 Sodexo - Monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights on December 31, 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/07/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sodexo-monthly-disclosure-on-share-capital-and-voting-rights-on-december-31-2024/2031821 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/07/507239.png PH en Issy-les-Moulineaux, January 6, 2025 is the monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights. Sodexo was founded in Marseille in 1966 by Pierre Bellon. It is a global leader in sustainable food and valued experiences. Its purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone. "Issy-les-Moulineaux, January 6, 2025 Monthly disclosure on share capital and voting rights Pursuant to Article L.233-8-II of the French Commercial Code and Article 223-16 of the General Regulation of ...[+1277 chars]" 2025-01-06T17:05:00 Boardroom DEI is lagging. Here's what to know Reuters https://www.fastcompany.com/91255301/dei-boardrooms-lagging-analysis https://images.fastcompany.com/image/upload/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit/wp-cms-2/2025/01/2025-01-06T110624Z_2_LYNXMPEL050CG_RTROPTP_4_USA-BOARD-DIVERSITY.jpg US en Conservative backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies has sapped corporate enthusiasm for them. The number of new Black directors at Russell 3000 companies fell to 12% in 2024 from 26% two years ago, while the number of white directors increased to 69%. In the aftermath of George Floyd's killing in 2020, investor Mellody Hobson recalls frequent calls from directors at Fortune 500 companies for references to diverse candidates for boards. Now, she say...[+1423 chars] 2025-01-06T16:46:03 Sogeclair: Voting rights as at 2024/12/31 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/07/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sogeclair-voting-rights-as-at-20241231/2031801 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/07/507218.png PH en SOGECLAIR is a business corporation with a capital of 3 204 901 Euros. Head Office is located at 7 avenue Albert Durand - 31700 BLAGNAC (France) Tel.: +33 (0)5.61.71.71 - www.sogeclair.com. "SOGECLAIR Business corporation with a capital of 3 204 901 Euros Head Office: 7 avenue Albert Durand - 31700 BLAGNAC (France) Tel.: +33 (0)5.61.71.71.71 - www.sogeclair.com 335 218 269 R.C.S. TOULOUSE...[+363 chars]" 2025-01-06T16:42:36 Comment: How companies can accelerate climate action even as governments falter Mark Cutifani https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/comment-how-companies-can-accelerate-climate-action-even-governments-falter-2025-01-06 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/FXOPBXTLDVBHVPP5QLDRNNJ7HQ.JPG?auth=2b060b25a845bcbf083ff1b5771156dc4b07b9091eb3b6feea98c659a31d55e8&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en In 2024, global spending on clean energy and green technologies is estimated to hit $2 trillion, twice the amount going to fossil fuels. The pace of private sector action on climate change remains below what is needed to meet global climate targets. Many companies have struggled to articulate a convincing path to decarbonization aligned with creating commercial value. Some financial institutions have sent conflicting messages to the firms in which they invest. Some investors have given up on climate by joining the backlash against ESG. January 6 - The machinery of international climate action is creaking. With an incoming U.S. administration expected to withdraw from the Paris Agreement, other governments distracted and the COP summ...[+5554 chars] 2025-01-06T16:13:00 Beyond triple bottom line thinking Patrick Adriel Aure https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/07/business/top-business/beyond-triple-bottom-line-thinking/2031737 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/06/507069.jpeg PH en "Patrick Adriel H. Aure, PhD (Patch) is the founding director of the PHINMA-DLSU Center for Business and Society and assistant dean for quality assurance at the DLSU Ramon V. del Rosario College of Business. He helped Dr. Bruno Dyck revise the textbook ""Management: Financial, Social, and Ecological Well-Being"". " "WHEN Dr. Bruno Dyck from the University of Manitoba gave me the opportunity to join his team in revising the textbook ""Management: Financial, Social, and Ecological Well-Being,"" I knew this would be m...[+4920 chars]" 2025-01-06T16:08:37 ‘Drill, baby, drill' is the new mantra of Big Oil – and now it's coming after EVs Chris Wright https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/bp-shell-oil-drill-climate-resolutions-ev-electric-vehcles-b2674050.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/03/12/b64b4928e59cd5cde668800d201a5bd7Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzM1OTg2NDYy-2.78250350.jpg?quality=75&width=1200&auto=webp GB en In 2020, Larry Fink sent a letter to CEOs of the world's biggest companies saying that climate change has become a defining factor in companies' long-term prospects. Since 2020, US oil giants Chevron and Exxon have shown no interest in diversifying their businesses or building up their climate credentials, and the market has rewarded them. The rise of electric vehicles is one of the biggest drivers of the reduction in oil consumption. "Have you ever gone back over your new year's resolutions from years ago and just thought, 'What was I thinking?' Over the last year, it seems that Europe's biggest oil corporations did just that. Back...[+5710 chars]" 2025-01-06T16:00:00 Keysight Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for Sixth Year in a Row Business Wire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/keysight-named-dow-jones-sustainability-160000055.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/business-wire.com/9514cd0937bbed7d45e37de28b827997 US en Keysight Technologies has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) North America for the sixth consecutive year. DJSI is a widely recognized standard for measuring corporate progress in sustainability across regions and industries. CSR framework continues to demonstrate commitment to creating long-term value for business stakeholders and positively impacting the global community. Keysight also received several CSR-related awards and recognitions this year. "CSR framework continues to demonstrate commitment to creating long-term value for business stakeholders while positively impacting the global community DJSI inclusion among more than 10 CSR-related aw...[+4038 chars]" 2025-01-06T15:49:27 Green MSME policy to provide financial, technological support likely in budget Rituraj Baruah https://www.livemint.com/news/india/green-msme-policy-to-provide-financial-technological-support-likely-in-budget-11736160339866.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/06/1600x900/industry_1587063446575_1587063446740_1736161552602.jpg IN en The government is likely to announce a policy in the upcoming budget for greening the operations of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and lowering their carbon emissions. The ministry of MSME has recommended the union finance ministry to roll out the policy under which Centre would provide financial, technological and regulatory support to these small businesses. The EU is working on projects to support Indian MSMEs on the reporting requirements for CBAM and CSDR. "New Delhi: The government is likely to announce a policy in the upcoming budget for greening the operations of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) and lowering their carbon emissions. Two peopl...[+6049 chars]" 2025-01-06T15:48:58 Lee Raymond Net Worth: Inside the Fortune of ExxonMobil's CEO Kenneth https://tnj.com/lee-raymond-net-worth https://tnj.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/favicon.png US en Lee Raymond was the CEO of ExxonMobil for 21 years. He was born in 1938 in South Dakota and graduated from Watertown High School in 1956. He got a PhD in chemical engineering from the University of Minnesota. He met his wife Charlene née Hocevar while studying for his bachelor's degree. He took over the presidency of the company in 1987 and became the CEO in 1993. He played a major role in the merger between Exxon and Mobil in 2000. He retired in 2005 and became an independent director of JP Morgan Chase till 2020. His estimated fortune is around $392 million. "Advertisement Lee Raymond is one of the most significant names in today's business landscape. He was a prominent American businessman who served as the CEO of ExxonMobil. The company is famous as one ...[+4559 chars]" 2025-01-06T15:34:27 Simsbury's Environmental Future: Dystopia or Utopia? Michael Lemanski https://patch.com/connecticut/simsbury/simsburys-environmental-future-dystopia-or-utopia https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/25990360/20250106/103426/styles/patch_image/public/simsbury-welcome-sign___06103303157.jpg US en The Simsbury Sustainability Commission has a plan for the town's future. It is hoped that Simsbury could meet state goals of cutting greenhouse gas emissions to 45 percent below 2001 levels by 2030 and zero carbon electricity by 2040. The commission is asking people to read up on the plan and comment back. "SIMSBURY, CT — Will bucolic Simsbury evolve into an environmental utopia where greenhouse gas emissions don't even register and Mother Nature smiles from above? Or will it descend into a dystopian hel...[+547 chars]" 2025-01-06T15:15:42 Why an effective working capital strategy is vital in the energy industry alexlove https://www.verdict.co.uk/why-an-effective-working-capital-strategy-is-vital-in-the-energy-industry https://www.verdict.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/shutterstock_2361910457_edited.jpg GB en Energy businesses must have an effective working capital strategy in order to protect operations and navigate economic instability in the energy industry. Businesses in the oil and gas industry are exposed to the volatility of commodity markets, which directly impacts earnings and day-to-day spending. The biggest challenge for ESG in energy and utilities is coordinating investments. "Amid growing global instability, energy businesses must have an effective working capital strategy. Credit: Miha Creative via Shutterstock. An effective working capital strategy is vital in the energy...[+10278 chars]" 2025-01-06T15:06:14 Suzuki to acquire 26 per cent stake in NDDB's bio-gas venture Business Line https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/Suzuki_to_acquire_26_per_cent_stake_in_NDDB_s_biogas_venture https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/[] US en Suzuki Motor Corporation has decided to acquire 26 per cent stake in NDDB Mirda Ltd, a bio-gas venture of National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) as part of its plans to use Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) for longevity and performance. Suzuki Motor Corporation has decided to acquire 26 per cent stake in NDDB Mirda Ltd, a bio-gas venture of National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), as part of its plans to use Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) ...[+32 chars] 2025-01-06T15:04:00 Warren touts $1.5 trillion 'Buy Green Act,' drawing skepticism Thérèse Boudreaux https://www.therogersvillereview.com/news/national/article_4ca2fc56-c0c2-51dd-b2b9-8b32329e3468.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/therogersvillereview.com/content/tncms/custom/image/c2e22e3a-a05a-11e6-9e99-d7e65582769a.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en Some environmental policy analysts are skeptical about Sen. Elizabeth Warren's recently reintroduced 'Buy Green Act' as a way to boost the economy and reduce carbon pollution over the next ten years. Some analysts doubt the benefits of the act. . (The Center Square) – While U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., has touted her recently reintroduced 'Buy Green Act' as a way to boost the economy and reduce carbon pollution over the next ten years,...[+57 chars] 2025-01-06T14:56:02 Results of Court Meeting and General Meeting for the Acquisition of Condor Gold plc by Metals Exploration plc ACCESSWIRE https://www.eagletribune.com/region/results-of-court-meeting-and-general-meeting-for-the-acquisition-of-condor-gold-plc-by/article_6ff51a1b-988c-5def-81d4-5553d0a35193.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en This announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of the EU Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 (MAR) and the European Union (WitHDRAWAL) Act 2018. It is implemented by a Scheme of Arrangement under Part 26 of the Companies Act 2006. "(implemented by way of a Scheme of Arrangement under Part 26 of the Companies Act 2006) THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONTAINS INSIDE INFORMATION FOR THE PURPOSES OF ARTICLE 7 OF REGULATION (EU) NO 596/2014 (MAR)...[+91 chars]" 2025-01-06T14:48:15 Wesco 2024 Sustainability Report: Culture of Compliance https://apnews.com/press-release/3bl-media/corporate-crime-da21e6ae9a05e6d15148fd7f5826d132 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/dcac1a4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/700x394+0+28/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F90%2F29%2F4e3c1cc7446089a9101a7bdff4c8%2Fdefaultshareimage-copy.png US en The Board is committed to supporting the company's efforts to conduct its business in a principled, transparent and accountable manner. The Nominating and Governance Committee is responsible for oversight of significant ESG matters. Audit and Compensation Committees are responsible for specific ESG topics. Management teams work with senior leaders to set strategy and develop goals to embed sustainability and ESG objectives across the organization. Wesco's global ethics and compliance program operates under the leadership of the Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer. "ESG Oversight The Board is committed to supporting the company's efforts to conduct its business in a principled, transparent and accountable manner. The Board believes that its effective oversight of...[+12832 chars]" 2025-01-06T14:38:12 Kenyan Companies with Public Stocks Record Drop in Good Governances Ratings Elijah Ntongai https://www.tuko.co.ke/business-economy/capital-market/574352-kenyan-companies-public-stocks-record-drop-good-governances-ratings https://cdn.tuko.co.ke/images/1200x675/6701bad1b53b6def.jpeg?v=1 KE en The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) released its report on the State of Corporate Governance for Issuers of Securities to the Public in Kenya for the financial year from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. There was a 2.15% decline in overall corporate governance scores among companies listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) and issuers of corporate bonds. 27 companies received a Leadership Rating, 13 earned a Good Rating, 8 were categorized as Fair, and 4 were flagged. "The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) released its 2023/2024 corporate governance report, revealing a 2.15% decline in overall governance scores among companies listed on the NSE The report assessed 52 ...[+2798 chars]" 2025-01-06T14:30:04 Are carbon offsets more about greenwashing? Sehoon Kim https://www.producer.com/opinion/are-carbon-offsets-more-about-greenwashing https://static.producer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/03153256/12-MJR_soils-1200-707x650.jpg CA en Carbon offsets have become big business as companies make promises to protect the climate but can't meet the goals on their own. Morgan Stanley in 2023 forecast that the voluntary offset market would grow to about US$100 billion by 2030 and to around $250 billion by 2050. Investigations have found that many voluntary offset projects have done little to benefit the climate despite their claims. "Carbon offsets have become big business as more companies make promises to protect the climate but can't meet the goals on their own. When a company buys carbon offsets, it pays a project elsewhere to...[+5923 chars]" 2025-01-06T14:27:08 EU company leadership gender equality directive enters into force Jurist https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/EU_company_leadership_gender_equality_directive_enters_into_ https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SVx1PLxm6Kw/0.jpg US en The European Commission published a press release on Friday outlining its new Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive. The new directive entered into application at the end of December 2024 and aims to produce effective national gender equality strategy 2020-2025. It is based on the European Commission's Gender Equality Strategy 2020. The European Commission published a press release on Friday outlining its new Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive, which entered into application at the end of December 2024.The new directive...[+74 chars] 2025-01-06T14:21:13 Cemtrex Regains Compliance with NASDAQ Stockholders' Equity Requirement Cemtrex Inc. https://www.eagletribune.com/region/cemtrex-regains-compliance-with-nasdaq-stockholders-equity-requirement/article_29b27c26-8bd3-534a-be02-cf2972e44d20.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Cemtrex Inc. has regained compliance with the minimum stockholders' equity requirement under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1). The Company's security will continue to be listed and traded on The Nasdaq Stock Market. Cemsex received a notification letter from the Listing Qualifications Department on August 23, 2024. Brooklyn, NY, Jan. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- – Cemtrex Inc. (NASDAQ: CETX, CETXP), an advanced security technology and industrial services company, today announced that it has received a notificati...[+642 chars] 2025-01-06T14:07:25 ESG standards will impact producers Tarra Drevet https://www.producer.com/opinion/esg-standards-will-impact-producers https://static.producer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/03153314/11-3-col-op-ed-RHB_111016_FallWork2-1200-707x650.jpg CA en Large corporations are required to report on the sustainability of processes used to generate their products. The reporting requirements are referred to as ESG (environmental, social and governance) standards. The standards cover a range of factors in agri-food including biodiversity, water use, soil health, food safety, food waste and labour practices. The Centre for Agri-Food Benchmarking has developed the National Index on Agri food performance in Canada. The impact of farming practices extends beyond harvest. Each year's decisions can shape outcomes for generations to come. Increasingly, sustainability is a hot topic and not just for the agri-food sec...[+3680 chars] 2025-01-06T13:57:29 FASB pursues agenda refresh Maura Webber Sadovi https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fasb-pursues-agenda-refresh-135729274.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/2Lmgbrboy1HHOcpaxmFRXQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/cfo_dive_422/a5e635b4510cbe5c3a71d5385553842f US en The Financial Accounting Standards Board is asking for feedback on new projects it should pursue as it looks to refresh its agenda and prioritize which standards are in need of updating. The comments are due by June 30. Some stakeholders still want sharpened guidance on matters such as accounting for crypto, goodwill, employee stock ownership plans, and revenue recognition. "This story was originally published on CFO Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily CFO Dive newsletter. The Financial Accounting Standards Board is asking for feedback on...[+2717 chars]" 2025-01-06T13:42:03 DMG Blockchain Solutions Announces Preliminary December Mining Results and Year in Review Globe Newswire https://www.woodstocksentinelreview.com/globe-newswire/dmg-blockchain-solutions-announces-preliminary-december-mining-results-and-year-in-review https://dcs-static.gprod.postmedia.digital/17.6.4/websites/images/common/icon-spinner-animated.svg CA en DMG announces preliminary mining results for December 2024. DMG is a vertically integrated blockchain and data center technology company. It's listed on the TSX-V, OTC-QB and Frankfurt Stock Exchange. It is also available on the FTSE-6A, Frankfurt stock exchange. "Article content VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (TSX-V: DMGI) (OTCQB: DMGGF) (FRANKFURT: 6AX) ('DMG' or the 'Company'), a vertically integra...[+116 chars]" 2025-01-06T13:42:01 NGX-ASI projected to grow as high as 40.4% in 2025 Business Day Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/NGXASI_projected_to_grow_as_high_as_404_in_2025 https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/[] US en The NGX All-Share Index (ASI) is projected to grow by 40.4% in 2025, according to research analysts in Cardinalstone. The ASI is expected to grow as high as 40.8% in the next 10 years. The NGX All-Share Index (ASI) is projected to grow by 40.4 percent in 2025, according to research analysts in Cardinalstone.read more NGX-ASI projected to grow as high as 40.4% in 2025 2025-01-06T13:39:19 DMG Blockchain Solutions Announces Preliminary December Mining Results and Year in Review DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. https://www.eagletribune.com/region/dmg-blockchain-solutions-announces-preliminary-december-mining-results-and-year-in-review/article_7f336f43-06b7-5d6c-a36d-bf5dc11c528d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en DMG announces its preliminary mining results for December 2024. DMG is a vertically integrated blockchain and data center technology company. The company is listed on the TSX-V and the OTC-QB. It's also listed on Frankfurt Exchange. "VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (TSX-V: DMGI) (OTCQB: DMGGF) (FRANKFURT: 6AX) (""DMG"" or the ""Company""), a vertically integrated blockchain ...[+101 chars]" 2025-01-06T13:34:06 Vedanta Aluminium Secures 2nd Position in S&P Global CSA PTI https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/latest-news-vedanta-aluminium-secures-2nd-position-in-sp-global-csa-6545085.html https://st1.latestly.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/default-img-01-781x441.jpg IN en Vedanta Aluminium secured the second position in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the aluminium sector globally with an overall score of 77. This is the fourth year in a row that Vedanta has featured among the top companies globally in these rankings. New Delhi, Jan 6 (PTI) Vedanta Aluminium said the company has been recognized for its sustainability efforts, securing the second position in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) f...[+1550 chars] 2025-01-06T13:32:31 Vedanta Aluminium Secures Top Spot in Global Sustainability Rankings Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3216666-vedanta-aluminium-secures-top-spot-in-global-sustainability-rankings https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/05_06_2024_10_24_38_2710845.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Vedanta Aluminium has secured the second position in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The company continues to build on its impressive track record, ranking among the top companies for the fourth consecutive year. Vedanta's performance in this assessment underscores its capability to manage material ESG risks effectively. Vedanta Aluminium has secured the second position in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, solidifying its position as a leader in the aluminium sector globally. This achievement is reco...[+798 chars] 2025-01-06T13:30:49 Games Workshop Group PLC (LON:GAW) Goes Ex-Dividend Soon Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/games-workshop-group-plc-lon-133049159.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cfafcd130e35225fcd8d960b16eecab0 US en Games Workshop Group PLC (LON:GAW) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next two days. The company's next dividend payment will be UK£0.80 per share on the 14th of February. It has a trailing yield of 4.1% on the current stock price of UK£132.40. It distributed 118% of its profit as dividends to shareholders last year. It paid out 85% of the free cash flow as dividends. Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Games Workshop Group PLC (LON:GAW) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next two days. The ex-...[+4473 chars] 2025-01-06T13:19:24 Telford's Reconomy brands achieve platinum success Matthew Panter https://www.shropshirestar.com/news/business/business-picks/2025/01/06/telfords-reconomy-brands-achieve-platinum-success https://www.shropshirestar.com/resizer/v2/https%3A%2F%2Fcontentstore.nationalworld.com%2Fimages%2F16e11880-2b60-432b-bfc7-1df2ff400c44.jpg?auth=32cb5015de73e22f1a47bc9b140f8ec4a86ac94b74cb7b83dc543af7783197c0&width=1200 GB en EcoVadis' methodology is based on leading standards including GRI, UNGC and ISO 26000. Over the past six years, seven of Reconomy's brands have earned medals ranging from Platinum to Silver, placing some of them in the top quartile of their sectors. Reconomy is focusing on bringing all of its brands, including its newly acquired ones, up to the same high sustainability standards. EcoVadis enables companies to benchmark and monitor their sustainability performance by completing detailed assessments of their policies, actions and measures, resulting in a scorecard rated on a sca...[+2196 chars] 2025-01-06T13:03:30 Magherafelt firm recognised through Northern Ireland Environmental Benchmarking Survey for the fifth consecutive year Claire Cartmill https://www.newsletter.co.uk/business/magherafelt-firm-recognised-through-northern-ireland-environmental-benchmarking-survey-for-the-fifth-consecutive-year-4931759 https://www.newsletter.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmUwYzdjOTMwLTA1Y2EtNGIyOC05MGJmLTYxZDUyOTZlOGE5YTpkN2YxODdkNS1mNjZkLTRhMTItODI4YS04M2JkOTFjYjk0ZTU=.jpg?width=640&auto=webp&quality=75&crop=3:2,smart&trim= GB en Magherafelt-based contractor Henry Brothers has achieved platinum level in Business in the Community's (BITC) Northern Ireland Environmental Benchmarking Survey for the fifth consecutive year. Sustainability has been at the heart of Henry Brothers' operations for nearly three decades. Henry Brothers received the King's Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development this year. "Magherafelt-based contractor Henry Brothers has achieved platinum level in Business in the Community's (BITC) 2024 Northern Ireland Environmental Benchmarking Survey for the fifth consecutive year. Sh...[+2313 chars]" 2025-01-06T13:00:17 Environmental, Social and Governance compliance in financial institutions The Independent https://www.independent.co.ug/environmental-social-and-governance-compliance-in-financial-institutions https://www.independent.co.ug/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ESG-Atingi-Ego.jpg UG en Pauline Arinda is an advisor at Ernst & Young. She believes that adopting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles is a strategic move towards long-term sustainability and resilience. The report done by EY for the Uganda Bankers' Association is titled 'ESG Framework for Uganda's Banking Sector'. OPINION | Pauline Arinda | A report done by EY for the Uganda Bankers' Association in January 2024, titled 'ESG Framework for Uganda's Banking Sector,' emphasizes that adopting Environmental, Social, ...[+5279 chars] 2025-01-06T12:46:00 Shona Frame: Challenges facing construction sector in 2025 https://www.scottishconstructionnow.com/articles/shona-frame-challenges-facing-construction-sector-in-2025 https://www.scottishconstructionnow.com/storage/a459530ae66458480dd5b3517ebd3bca377db6e0.jpg GB en CMS partner Shona Frame outlines key legal and legislative issues that are likely to impact the construction sector over 2025. They cover environmental sustainability, health and safety, financing and employment. Future Homes Standards will become compulsory during 2025. The Circular Economy Act, which came into force in Autumn 2024, will also continue to be felt across the industry. "CMS partner Shona Frame outlines key legal and legislative issues that are likely to impact the construction sector over 2025. In the year ahead, significant legal and legislative measures covering a ...[+5516 chars]" 2025-01-06T12:39:56 Romania is Stefanini's main European hub Mihai-Alexandru Cristea https://business-review.eu/br-exclusive/business-champions-of-2024-romania-is-stefaninis-main-european-hub-277504 https://business-review.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/farlei.jpg EU en Farlei Kothe is CEO for North America, EMEA, and APAC at Stefanini Group. Stefanini has around 1,500 employees in Romania providing IT and IT-related services. Their EcoVadis score jumped to 70 this year, earning them Silver status. For Stefanini, this year has been a transformative journey filled with opportunities to enhance flexibility and collaboration. BR recently sat down with Farlei Kothe, CEO for North America, EMEA, and ...[+3722 chars] 2025-01-06T12:23:53 China to enhance to improve carbon footprint China Daily https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/China_to_enhance_to_improve_carbon_footprint https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/[] US en China will strive to enhance the alignment of its carbon footprint accounting standards with international norms, according to a document unveiled on Monday. China is forging ahead with establishing its Carbon Footprint Management System. The document was released by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. China will strive to enhance the alignment of its carbon footprint accounting standards with international norms, as it forges ahead with establishing its carbon footprint management system, according...[+37 chars] 2025-01-06T12:02:54 How 6 top laptop manufacturers are lowering their carbon footprints PC World https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/How_6_top_laptop_manufacturers_are_lowering_their_carbon_foo https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uIUrYxbN574/0.jpg US en Tackling climate change is a team sport, and we all have to be in it together if we want to win. Companies should be held to high standards as far as mitigating their environmental impact and lauding them when they make more than 50 percent of their product content from recycled or renewable materials. Tackling climate change is a team sport, and we all have to be in it together if we want to win. So, not only should we hold companies to high standards as far as mitigating their environmental impact...[+175 chars] 2025-01-06T11:31:35 Mawson Comments on Swedish Government Uranium Mining Announcement ACCESSWIRE https://www.eagletribune.com/region/mawson-comments-on-swedish-government-uranium-mining-announcement/article_ad3b7471-553b-53ac-ae49-982d47d77701.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/8/fa/8fa1c459-1fc4-515d-a33f-acf3c341710b/677bc0c96cc96.image.jpg?crop=200%2C200%2C529%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Mawson Gold Limited provides comments on the Swedish Ministry of Climate and Enterprise's announcement regarding proposed changes to uranium mining legislation in Sweden. Mawson's portfolio of historic Swedish uranium assets is held via SUA Holdings Limited, which will become a public corporation and reporting issuer in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario on January 10, 2025. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 6, 2025 / Mawson Gold Limited (""Mawson"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:MAW)(Frankfurt:MXR)(OTC PINK:MWSNF) is pleased to provide comments on the Swedish Ministry of Clima...[+648 chars]" 2025-01-06T11:31:35 Mawson Comments on Swedish Government Uranium Mining Announcement Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/mawson-comments-on-swedish-government-uranium-mining-announcement/article_646d2360-23f1-5a2b-8d7f-86fabd4b9c86.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/joplinglobe.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/9c/59c9030d-cf10-5b29-8bb9-f05b93c69fe2/677bbfd954b48.image.jpg?crop=200%2C200%2C529%2C0&resize=200%2C200&order=crop%2Cresize US en Mawson Gold Limited (TSX:MAW)(Frankfurt:MXR)(OTC PINK:MWSNF) is pleased to provide comments on the Swedish Ministry of Climate and Enterprise's announcement regarding proposed changes to uranium mining legislation in Sweden. Mawson holds a portfolio of historic uranium resources in Sweden and holds 43.80% of Southern Cross Gold Ltd. (ASX:SXG) which owns or controls two goldfields in Victoria, Australia. "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 6, 2025 / Mawson Gold Limited (""Mawson"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:MAW)(Frankfurt:MXR)(OTC PINK:MWSNF) is pleased to provide comments on the Swedish Ministry of Clima...[+5784 chars]" 2025-01-06T11:30:00 Mawson Comments on Swedish Government Uranium Mining Announcement Mawson Gold Limited https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mawson-comments-swedish-government-uranium-113000522.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/22eeda4699e4d639400396c4f9eb0002 US en Mawson Gold Limited (TSXV:MAW, FRANKFURT:MXR, OTCPINK:MWSNF) is pleased to provide comments on the Swedish Ministry of Climate and Enterprise's announcement regarding proposed changes to uranium mining legislation in Sweden. Mawson holds a portfolio of historic uranium resources in Sweden and holds 43.80% of Southern Cross Gold Ltd. (ASX:SXG). "VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 6, 2025 / Mawson Gold Limited (""Mawson"" or the ""Company"") (TSXV:MAW)(Frankfurt:MXR)(OTC PINK:MWSNF) is pleased to provide comments on the Swedish Ministry of Clima...[+6180 chars]" 2025-01-06T11:04:52 Boardroom diversity stalls in the face of conservative backlash Isla Binnie https://www.reuters.com/business/boardroom-diversity-stalls-face-conservative-backlash-2025-01-06 https://www.reuters.com/resizer/v2/WJUTSKRITJOUPGHPOYVAMKRPXY.jpg?auth=da7e2ef69c08971f988628d1e7c28e2fcc2ac7242a304a519b64e3ae5e4e6468&height=1005&width=1920&quality=80&smart=true GB en Conservative backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies has sapped corporate enthusiasm for them. The number of new Black directors at Russell 3000 companies fell to 12% in 2024 from 26% two years ago, but the number of white directors bounced back to 69%. NEW YORK, Jan 6 (Reuters) - In the aftermath of George Floyd's killing in 2020, investor Mellody Hobson recalls frequent calls from directors at Fortune 500 companies for references to diverse candida...[+3924 chars] 2025-01-06T11:04:34 Analysis-Boardroom diversity stalls in the face of conservative backlash Isla Binnie https://finance.yahoo.com/news/analysis-boardroom-diversity-stalls-face-110434022.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/a14d0b37744c963d351ead4a61ae06d4 US en Conservative backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies has sapped corporate enthusiasm for them. Some 12% of directors on S&P 500 boards are now Black, while only 8% of the directors at Russell 3000 companies are Black, according to the Conference Board. "By Isla Binnie NEW YORK (Reuters) - In the aftermath of George Floyd's killing in 2020, investor Mellody Hobson recalls frequent calls from directors at Fortune 500 companies for references to diverse...[+3940 chars]" 2025-01-06T11:04:34 Analysis-Boardroom diversity stalls in the face of conservative backlash Isla Binnie https://denvergazette.com/news/nation-world/analysis-boardroom-diversity-stalls-in-the-face-of-conservative-backlash/article_9845cba9-fbce-50b3-8caf-93aeacf62962.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/denvergazette.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/1/a0/1a06d9d1-6b0c-5d6d-9c78-c535e32b0b3a/677bb8e41bb9c.image.jpg?crop=800%2C420%2C0%2C56&resize=800%2C420&order=crop%2Cresize US en Conservative backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies has sapped corporate enthusiasm for them. Some 12% of directors on S&P 500 boards are now Black, while only 8% of the directors at Russell 3000 companies are Black, according to the Conference Board. NEW YORK (Reuters) - In the aftermath of George Floyd's killing in 2020, investor Mellody Hobson recalls frequent calls from directors at Fortune 500 companies for references to diverse candidates for...[+3892 chars] 2025-01-06T10:31:34 XOX to reduce RM55m share capital to offset losses Zukri https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/01/06/xox-to-reduce-rm55m-share-capital-to-offset-losses https://themalaysianreserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/XOX-Networks.jpg MY en XOX Networks Bhd plans to reduce its issued share capital by up to RM55 million to offset accumulated losses of RM47.28 million as of September 30, 2024. The proposal is subject to approval at the upcoming EGM and necessary regulatory consents.TA Securities has been appointed as the principal adviser for the initiative. The initiative is expected to be completed by the second quarter of 2025. "XOX Networks Bhd plans to reduce its issued share capital by up to RM55 million to offset accumulated losses of RM47.28 million as of September 30, 2024. The share capital reduction will involve cance...[+943 chars]" 2025-01-06T10:16:52 Exodus by Wall Street banks from climate group worries advocates Reuters https://www.thehindu.com/business/exodus-by-wall-street-banks-from-climate-group-worries-advocates/article69067884.ece https://www.thehindu.com/theme/images/og-image.png IN en Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citi, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan and others left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), which aims to align their financing with the global climate fight. Republican politicians warned that membership in the group could breach antitrust rules if it led to reduced financing for fossil fuel companies. U.S. lenders have been rushing in recent weeks to leave one of the world's top banking sector climate coalitions, drawing scorn from campaigners who worry the industry is losing resolve to take action...[+4504 chars] 2025-01-06T10:08:18 dynaCERT Appoints Seth Baruch to its Advisory Board and Carbonomics to Implement Verra Carbon Credit Projects Business Wire https://nationalpost.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/dynacert-appoints-seth-baruch-to-its-advisory-board-and-carbonomics-to-implement-verra-carbon-credit-projects https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&sty=20250106332809r1&sid=cnpm5&distro=ftp CA en DynaCERT Inc. has appointed Mr. Seth Baruch to its Advisory Board and Carbonomics, LLC as a consultant to implement Verra Carbon Credit Projects. Mr. Baruch is an innovative sustainability executive with a successful record of implementing clean energy projects around the world. "Article content TORONTO — dynaCERT Inc. (TSX: DYA) (OTC: DYFSF) (FRA: DMJ) (' dynaCERT ' or the 'Company') is very pleased to announce that the Company has appointed Mr. Seth Baruch to d ynaCERT's Adv...[+597 chars]" 2025-01-06T10:08:18 dynaCERT Appoints Seth Baruch to its Advisory Board and Carbonomics to Implement Verra Carbon Credit Projects Business Wire https://ottawasun.com/pmn/business-wire-news-releases-pmn/dynacert-appoints-seth-baruch-to-its-advisory-board-and-carbonomics-to-implement-verra-carbon-credit-projects https://dcs-static.gprod.postmedia.digital/17.6.4/websites/images/common/icon-spinner-animated.svg CA en DynaCERT Inc. (TSX: DYA) (OTC: DYFSF) (FRA: DMJ) has appointed Mr. Seth Baruch to its Advisory Board and Carbonomics, LLC, as a consultant to implement Verra Carbon Credit Projects. "Breadcrumb Trail Links Article content TORONTO — dynaCERT Inc. (TSX: DYA) (OTC: DYFSF) (FRA: DMJ) (' dynaCERT ' or the 'Company') is very pleased to announce that the Company has appointed Mr. Seth Ba...[+7179 chars]" 2025-01-06T10:05:31 Electricity: Municipalities, grid constraint top 2025 to-do list Moneyweb https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/Electricity_Municipalities_grid_constraint_top_2025_todo_lis https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/[] US en New act opens new frontiers, but will Eskom cooperate with the new government's new policy? ekom.com will let you know. for confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch or click here. New act opens new frontiers, but will Eskom cooperate? 2025-01-06T10:04:30 HDBank successfully issues $118m in green bonds for eco-friendly projects https://apnews.com/press-release/media-outreach/ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-bfea145f0fd7b246e51d05ec03a570c4 https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/06fb7b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1024x576+0+53/resize/1440x810!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F1e%2F18%2Fe776f8a4b03c80ca939882efc98b%2F35382e7830accc6e979e029de07e8bff US en "The Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank has issued VND3 trillion (US$118 million) in green bonds. The green bonds aim to finance environmentally sustainable projects and promote green economic development. The capital raised from these green bonds will be allocated to projects that align with the criteria outlined in HDBank's ""Sustainable Finance Framework""" HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 January 2025 - The Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank, stock code: HDB) has issued VND3 trillion (US$118 million) ...[+2136 chars] 2025-01-06T09:30:00 Hong Kong exchange's IPO reforms would draw more listings, bankers say South China Morning Post https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hong-kong-exchanges-ipo-reforms-093000859.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/3zHEpC4mClPZ85DDDH0ifA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/south_china_morning_post_us_228/7999f6162a61e51bfe17543a80252edb US en HKEX is seeking public feedback until March 19 on its plan to substantially reduce the public float requirement and increase the proportion of new shares for subscription by institutional investors. Hong Kong was the world's top IPO venue seven times between 2009 and 2019. IPO proceeds in Hong Kong surged 87 per cent year on year to US$11 billion in 2024. The latest listing reforms proposed by Hong Kong's bourse operator would help the city attract more initial public offerings (IPOs) and improve its chances of regaining bragging rights as the world's ...[+5680 chars] 2025-01-06T09:23:00 Regulation & innovation both needed to drive sustainable development: ABFRL's Naresh Tyagi ET Online https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/sustainability/regulation-innovation-both-needed-to-drive-sustainable-development-abfrls-naresh-tyagi/articleshow/116983232.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116983430,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-415422,overlay-etrise/articleshow.jpg IN en Naresh Tyagi is the Chief Sustainability Officer at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail ABRFL. He is also the Chairman of the expert committee on sustainable practices at the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC). He shares his insights into making sustainability integral to business strategies. In an era where climate action and responsible business practices are paramount, sustainability is no longer a peripheral concern but a strategic necessity. In an interaction with ET Online, Naresh Ty...[+7604 chars] 2025-01-06T09:16:54 What Costco's Doubling Down On DEI Means — And Doesn't Mean Isaac Willour https://www.dailywire.com/news/what-costcos-doubling-down-on-dei-means-and-doesnt-mean https://dw-wp-production.imgix.net/2025/01/GettyImages-1666842425.jpg?w=1200&h=800&ixlib=react-9.3.0 US en Isaac Willour is an award-winning journalist focusing on race, culture, and American conservatism. He has helped submit shareholder proposals critical of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies at his company. Costco defended its DEI policies in response to an anti-DEI shareholder proposal from the National Center for Public Policy Research. "Is the anti-DEI movement losing momentum? Costco certainly isn't a fan of it. Several days ago, the retail giant sparked headlines for a robust defense of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) po...[+4187 chars]" 2025-01-06T08:53:16 SEC to intensify crackdown on Ponzi schemes NAN https://businessday.ng/news/article/sec-to-intensify-crackdown-on-ponzi-schemes https://cdn.businessday.ng/2019/06/Securities-and-Exchange-Commission-SEC-compressed.jpg NG en Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says it will intensify efforts to eliminate Ponzi and pyramid schemes in order to foster an environment for genuine investment opportunities to thrive in 2025. Director General of SEC, Emomotimi Agama, said this in his New Year message to the capital market community last weekend. SEC is positioned with a dual mandate in regulating and developing capital market in Nigeria. "Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says it will intensify efforts to eliminate Ponzi and pyramid schemes, thereby fostering an environment for genuin...[+2964 chars]" 2025-01-06T08:52:38 FASB seeks feedback on standard-setting agenda Global Data https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fasb-seeks-feedback-standard-setting-085238662.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/fwpQldYYjk8lDgQf7Y_76Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_accountant_923/fb139d7ff99e14b85f8b1eaae17c2aa5 US en The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has issued an Invitation to Comment (ITC) to gather stakeholder feedback on its future standard-setting agenda. Stakeholders are encouraged to review and comment on the ITC by 30 June 2025. The feedback is expected to improve financial accounting and reporting, provide investors useful information for capital allocation decisions, reduce cost and complexity, and maintain the FASB Accounting Standards Codification. "The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has issued an Invitation to Comment (ITC) to gather stakeholder feedback on its future standard-setting agenda. This focuses on enhancing financial stat...[+2596 chars]" 2025-01-06T08:47:12 EVE Energy Achieves Landmark TÜV SÜD Certification for EU Battery Regulation Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/technology/3216247-eve-energy-achieves-landmark-tuv-sud-certification-for-eu-battery-regulation https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/29_02_2020_17_01_17_7363597.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en EVE Energy has secured the industry's inaugural TÜV SÜD Mark certificate. It aligns with the stringent EU battery regulation (EU) 2023/1542. It is the first battery manufacturer to complete comprehensive carbon footprint calculations and data management under the new regulation. In a groundbreaking development, EVE Energy has secured the industry's inaugural TÜV SÜD Mark certificate, aligning with the stringent EU battery regulation (EU) 2023/1542. This milestone, achieved wi...[+980 chars] 2025-01-06T08:45:31 SEC pledges crackdown on Ponzi scams, promises stronger capital market Punch https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4024190/sec-pledges-crackdown-on-ponzi-scams-promises-stronger-capital-market.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission has pledged to intensify efforts to eliminate Ponzi and pyramid schemes to foster an environment where genuine investment opportunities can thrive in 20 years. Click here to read the full news article. .   . The Securities and Exchange Commission has pledged to intensify efforts to eliminate Ponzi and pyramid schemes, thereby fostering an environment where genuine investment opportunities can thrive in 20...[+34 chars] 2025-01-06T08:34:00 Wall Street banks' exodus from climate alliance sparks anger Reuters https://www.dailysabah.com/business/finance/wall-street-banks-exodus-from-climate-alliance-sparks-anger https://idsb.tmgrup.com.tr/ly/uploads/images/2025/01/06/thumbs/1200x675/362584.jpg TR en Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citi, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan and others left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) on December 6th. The NZBA has 142 members from 44 countries with $64 trillion in assets, with 80 European banks accounting for the largest share of the money. U.S. lenders have been hastily exiting one of the world's leading banking sector climate coalitions in recent weeks, sparking harsh criticism from campaigners concerned that the industry is backtracki...[+4348 chars] 2025-01-06T08:27:14 SEC Intensifies Crackdown On Ponzi Schemes Olushola Bello https://leadership.ng/sec-intensifies-crackdown-on-ponzi-schemes https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Dr.-Emomotimi-Agama.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will focus on rooting out Ponzi and pyramid schemes and promoting legitimate investment opportunities in the capital market in 2025. It will also focus on strengthening the legal framework of the commodities market and enhancing the operations of the Investments and Securities Tribunal. "The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it will intensify efforts to stamp out Ponzi and pyramid schemes while paving the way for legitimate investment opportunities to thrive in 2025. Direc...[+2093 chars]" 2025-01-06T08:20:00 EVE Energy Awarded Industry-First TÜV SÜD Mark Certificate of Electric Vehicle Battery for Regulations (EU) 2023/1542 PR Newswire https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eve-energy-awarded-industry-first-082000656.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/prnewswire.com/81aa128f894a36c6b87f752d0a5d2d29 US en EVE Energy has been awarded the industry's first TÜV SÜD Mark certificate for the new EU battery regulation (EU) 2023/1542 for electric vehicle batteries. The certificate was issued on December 18, 2024 and serves as a pre-audit certificate for module D1 of the regulation. It also strengthens the Company's position in international markets. "HUIZHOU, China, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EVE Energy, (""EVE Energy"" or ""the Company"") (SZSE: 300014), a leading global lithium-ion battery company, has been awarded the industry's first TÜV SÜD Mar...[+5336 chars]" 2025-01-06T08:00:11 Sustainability: A differentiating opportunity for insurance brokerage firms BI Africa https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/markets/sustainability-a-differentiating-opportunity-for-insurance-brokerage-firms/v2wlbzh https://ocdn.eu/pulscms-transforms/1/i7VktkpTURBXy81NTg1MDU2YTk2YTQ0YzEyOWVlZmM1NzQ0YjU2ODczNC5wbmeSlQMAEc0Co80BfJMFzQSwzQJ2 US en Sustainability is now a business imperative. According to Oxford Business Group's 2023 report, Nigeria's insurance sector remains largely untapped, with penetration below 1% of GDP as of March 2022. Insurance brokers in Nigeria should follow the approach of Charter Insurance Brokers in the UK and integrate sustainability into their core operations and customer interactions. "Sustainability: A differentiating opportunity for insurance brokerage firms Author: Mfon Akpan. Does the future of businesses lie in their sustainability footprint? In the fast-paced world of business...[+6564 chars]" 2025-01-06T07:00:00 ETMarkets PMS Talk: The future of ESG investing - Sreeram Ramdas on trends, governance, and stock selection ETMarkets.com https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/expert-view/etmarkets-pms-talk-the-future-of-esg-investing-sreeram-ramdas-on-trends-governance-and-stock-selection/articleshow/116909671.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116909713,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-17652,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Sreeram Ramdas is the Vice President at Green Portfolio. He believes the investor community has not fully embraced ESG investing. His funds delivered returns of 3-5% in the last 3 months and 35-56% net of fees during CY2024. The portfolio isn't dominated by energy stocks like solar or wind. It has a niche focus on waste treatment. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel 'Most ESG funds in India tend to focus on large-cap or mega-cap companies, which, in our view, doesn't fully alig...[+4618 chars]" 2025-01-06T06:54:46 How Vinay Maloo's Humble And Visionary Leadership Led To The Rise Of Enso Group Manish Saini https://www.outlookindia.com/hub4business/how-vinay-maloos-humble-and-visionary-leadership-led-to-the-rise-of-enso-group https://media.assettype.com/outlookindia/2025-01-06/se85j9cy/2.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en Vinay Maloo is the founder and Chairman of Enso Group. Under his guidance, Enso has grown into a diverse conglomerate with ventures in healthcare, infrastructure, energy, real estate, and mining. Maloo's leadership is driven by integrity, innovation, and a deep sense of responsibility. Vinay Maloo, founder and Chairman of Enso Group, exemplifies leadership driven by integrity, innovation, and a deep sense of responsibility. Under his guidance, Enso Group has grown into a diverse con...[+1515 chars] 2025-01-06T06:15:53 SEC to intensify crackdown on ponzi schemes Hassan Muaz https://theeagleonline.com.ng/sec-to-intensify-crackdown-on-ponzi-schemes https://theeagleonline.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Dr.-Emomotimi-Agama-DG-SEC.png NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission will focus on eliminating ponzi and pyramid schemes in the capital market in 2025. The Director General of SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, said this in his New Year message to capital market community on Sunday. He also said the commission would focus on deepening market integrity, enhancing investor confidence, and driving economic growth. "The Securities and Exchange Commission says it will intensify efforts to eliminate ponzi and pyramid schemes, thereby fostering an environment for genuine investment opportunities to thrive in 2025. D...[+2993 chars]" 2025-01-06T05:07:28 Could The Market Be Wrong About EDAG Engineering Group AG (ETR:ED4) Given Its Attractive Financial Prospects? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/could-market-wrong-edag-engineering-050728387.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/6540fe5988bdb3105f465c4ad0990b6f US en EDAG Engineering Group's (ETR:ED4) stock price is down 25% over the past three months. The company's ROE is 13%, which is well above the industry average of 11%. The company is reinvesting heavily into its business, which has led to an impressive earnings growth. It is expected to keep paying 46% of its profits over the next three years. The future growth of the company's earnings is not expected to change much. With its stock down 25% over the past three months, it is easy to disregard EDAG Engineering Group (ETR:ED4). However, stock prices are usually driven by a company's financial performance over the lon...[+4460 chars] 2025-01-06T05:05:43 Analysis-Exodus by Wall Street banks from climate group worries advocates Simon Jessop https://finance.yahoo.com/news/analysis-exodus-wall-street-banks-050543033.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/9b9366bf84d9b04b18a738964dd152f7 US en Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citi, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan and others left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) in recent weeks. The NZBA's members aim to align their financing with the global climate fight. Republican politicians warned that membership in the group could breach antitrust rules. "By Simon Jessop, Iain Withers and Saeed Azhar LONDON/NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. lenders have been rushing in recent weeks to leave one of the world's top banking sector climate coalitions, drawing scor...[+4554 chars]" 2025-01-06T05:03:05 Fraud: SEC Plans Aggressive Clampdown On Ponzi Schemes Kelechukwu Mgboji https://newtelegraphng.com/fraud-sec-plans-aggressive-clampdown-on-ponzi-schemes https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/images-18-6.jpeg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has declared 2025 a pivotal year in its mission to safeguard investors and promote economic growth. Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director General of the SEC, outlined the Commission's ambitious agenda in a New Year address to the capital market community. "Share The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has declared 2025 a pivotal year in its mission to safeguard investors and promote economic growth. With a renewed commitment to eliminating ponzi an...[+1623 chars]" 2025-01-06T04:51:04 Integrity award nothing to crow about Newsday https://newsday.co.tt/2025/01/06/integrity-award-nothing-to-crow-about https://newsday.co.tt/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/23720547.jpg TT en Niherst board achieved 100 per cent compliance with the commission's declaration requirement. The National Gas Company got the award in mid-December. Between 2014 and 2019, close to 3,000 declarations were outstanding at the Integrity in Public Life Act. Between 2021 and 2023, 3,312 court orders were sought. "Editorial The Integrity Commission presented an award to the board of governors of the National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (Niherst) for complying with required d...[+2519 chars]" 2025-01-06T04:39:11 Maybank's Insurance Arm, Etiqa Insurance, Pioneers the Return of Takaful Offerings in Singapore Devki Yadav https://newspatrolling.com/maybanks-insurance-arm-etiqa-insurance-pioneers-the-return-of-takaful-offerings-in-singapore https://www.newspatrolling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/favicon-newspatrolling.png IN en Etiqa Insurance Singapore launches Invest future solution. Maybank Singapore is the exclusive distributor of Etiqa's Takaful ILP in Singapore. The ILP is designed to support sustainable wealth accumulation goals through Shariah-compliant investing. It promotes Shariah values of mutual cooperation and purposeful investing. "SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 January 2025 – Maybank's insurance arm, Etiqa Insurance Singapore (Etiqa), today jointly announced the launch of Invest future, Singapore's first Takaful offeri...[+4858 chars]" 2025-01-06T03:58:07 Small and medium-sized enterprises focus on ESG practices Vietnam https://en.vietnamplus.vn/small-and-medium-sized-enterprises-focus-on-esg-practices-post307838.vnp https://mediaen.vietnamplus.vn/images/f579a678cf9e90879541752073c260058edb1742aa8e1e49929438e028b5c740842bbd7e5ccac511297affeba42fbf4d/smes.jpg.webp VN en SMEs account for over 95% of the total enterprises in Vietnam and recruit 51% of social workforce. They contribute more than 40% of GDP and 30% of State budget revenue. Most SMEs in Vietnam are just starting on the ESG journey. 80% have made ESG commitments or plan to do so in the next two to four years. "Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - More small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Vietnam have integrated environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices into their operations amid the global trend of sustaina...[+2574 chars]" 2025-01-06T03:00:00 Democratising electric mobility: eco-friendly transportation accessible to all with Xanh SM https://vietnamnews.vn/economy/1690163/democratising-electric-mobility-eco-friendly-transportation-accessible-to-all-with-xanh-sm.html https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/1/6/398256_5053938676073186_CEO Nguyen Van Thanh.jpeg VN en Xanh SM is a leader in Việt Nam's electric ride-hailing sector with a fleet of zero-emission VinFast vehicles. It has reduced over 100,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions in just 18 months since its debut. Xanh SM has served tens of millions of customers, completing nearly 820 million kilometres of green, emission-free and noise-free travel. The company has turned to Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud to scale up its operations. "Nguyễn Văn Thanh, Global CEO of Xanh SM. — Photo courtesy of the firm Xanh SM, a leader in Việt Nam's electric ride-hailing sector, is revolutionising mobility with a fleet of zero-emission VinFast ve...[+8318 chars]" 2025-01-06T03:00:00 Maybank's Insurance Arm, Etiqa Insurance, Pioneers the Return of Takaful Media Outreach https://businesspost.ng/media-outreach/maybanks-insurance-arm-etiqa-insurance-pioneers-the-return-of-takaful-offerings-in-singapore https://i0.wp.com/businesspost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/800X600.jpg?fit=800%2C600&ssl=1 NG en Etiqa Insurance Singapore launches Invest future, its first Takaful offering in over a decade. Maybank Singapore is the exclusive distributor of Etiqa's Invest future solution in Singapore. It is designed to support sustainable wealth accumulation goals through Shariah-compliant investing. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 January 2025 – Maybank's insurance arm, Etiqa Insurance Singapore (Etiqa), today jointly announced the launch of Invest future, Singapore's first Takaful offeri...[+19886 chars] 2025-01-06T02:16:50 With EPS Growth And More, Bisalloy Steel Group (ASX:BIS) Makes An Interesting Case Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/eps-growth-more-bisalloy-steel-021650343.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/073fc6331af6400e3dbbb4524a7bb84d US en Bisalloy Steel Group (ASX:BIS) has a market capitalisation of AU$187m. Its earnings per share has grown 19% each year, compound, over three years. Its EBIT margins improved from 11% to 14% in the last year. The company's insiders own AU$38m worth of shares. The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even companies that have no revenue, no profit, and a record of falling short, can manage ...[+4141 chars] 2025-01-06T02:16:50 With EPS Growth And More, Bisalloy Steel Group (ASX:BIS) Makes An Interesting Case Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eps-growth-more-bisalloy-steel-021650343.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/073fc6331af6400e3dbbb4524a7bb84d US en Bisalloy Steel Group (ASX:BIS) has a market capitalisation of AU$187m. Its earnings per share has grown 19% each year, compound, over three years. Its EBIT margins improved from 11% to 14% in the last year. The company's insiders own AU$38m worth of shares. The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even companies that have no revenue, no profit, and a record of falling short, can manage ...[+4108 chars] 2025-01-06T02:00:00 Maybank's Insurance Arm, Etiqa Insurance, Pioneers the Return of Takaful Offerings in Singapore https://www.sinchew.com.my/news/20250106/mysinchew/6198048 https://www.sinchew.com.my/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/584810-800X600-jpg-400x0-1.jpeg MY en Etiqa Insurance Singapore launches Invest future, its first Takaful offering in over a decade. Maybank Singapore is the exclusive distributor of Etiqa's Invest future solution in Singapore. It is designed to support sustainable wealth accumulation goals through Shariah-compliant investing. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 January 2025 – Maybank's insurance arm, Etiqa Insurance Singapore (Etiqa), today jointly announced the launch of Invest future, Singapore's first Takaful offeri...[+8559 chars] 2025-01-06T01:49:04 SEC Vows to Crackdown on Ponzi Schemes to Protect Investors Business https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/01/06/sec-vows-to-crackdown-on-ponzi-schemes-to-protect-investors https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/Emomotimi-Agama.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has emphasised that protecting investors remains a cornerstone of its mission. The Commission will intensify efforts to stamp out Ponzi and pyramid schemes and pave the way for legitimate investment opportunities to thrive in 2025. It will also focus on strengthening the legal framework of the commodities market to enable it attain its full potential. "Kayode Tokede The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has emphasised that protecting investors remains a cornerstone of its mission assuring that the commission will intensify efforts to stamp ou...[+3088 chars]" 2025-01-06T01:36:23 SEC vows to intensify crackdown on ponzi schemes Class https://dailytrust.com/sec-vows-to-intensify-crackdown-on-ponzi-schemes https://dailytrust.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/igerian-Securities-and-Exchange-Commission-SEC-Tower-in-Abuja.png NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will focus on rooting out Ponzi and pyramid schemes and promoting legitimate investment opportunities in the capital market in 2025. The Director General of the Commission, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, made the announcement in a New Year message to the Capital Market Community. "The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says it will intensify efforts to stamp out Ponzi and pyramid schemes while paving the way for legitimate investment opportunities to thrive in 2025. The D...[+2157 chars]" 2025-01-06T00:00:00 Why The Public And Private Sectors Must Jointly Define Responsible AI Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/Why_The_Public_And_Private_Sectors_Must_Jointly_Define_Respo https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Transparency is not only a regulatory necessity, but also a competitive advantage for business.   in this case, transparency is a good thing for business, not a bad one. in the case of transparency, it's a good business advantage. Transparency is not only a regulatory necessity—it's a competitive advantage. 2025-01-06T00:00:00 ETMarkets PMS Talk: The future of ESG investing - Sreeram Ramdas on trends, governance, and stock selection The Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/ETMarkets_PMS_Talk_The_future_of_ESG_investing_Sreeram_Ramda https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The ESG fund was launched with a specific objective: to invest in small and medium sized companies. It was set up with the aim of investing in the ESG sector and in small companies with sustainable growth potential. It has a total corpus of $100 million. Our ESG fund was launched with a specific objective: to invest in small and 2025-01-06T00:00:00 Exodus by Wall Street banks from climate group worries advocates Khaleejtimes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/Exodus_by_Wall_Street_banks_from_climate_group_worries_advoc https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en US lenders have been rushing to leave one of the world's top banking sector climate coalitions. Goldman Sachs broke ranks to announce on December 6 it was leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). The key thing to watch will be weakening of their existing targets and policies. US lenders have been rushing in recent weeks to leave one of the world's top banking sector climate coalitions, drawing scorn from campaigners who worry the industry is losing resolve to take action o...[+204 chars] 2025-01-06T00:00:00 Annual Report by Investment Company (Form N-CSR) (Neuberger Berman Next Generation Connectivity Fund Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/Annual_Report_by_Investment_Company_Form_NCSR_Neuberger_Berm_c https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 6, 2025. Form N-CSR CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Investment Company Act file.   ) As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 6, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-CSR CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED ...[+59 chars] 2025-01-06T00:00:00 Results of Court Meeting and General Meeting for the Acquisition of Condor Gold plc by ... ACCESSWIRE https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/Results_of_Court_Meeting_and_General_Meeting_for_the_Acquisi_j https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Scheme of Arrangement under Part 26 of the Companies Act 2006 was implemented by way of a scheme of arrangement. The announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of the EU Regulation No 596/2014 (MAR) as it is part of UK law. (implemented by way of a Scheme of Arrangement under Part 26 of the Companies Act 2006) THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONTAINS INSIDE INFORMATION FOR THE PURPOSES OF ARTICLE 7 OF REGULATION (EU) NO 596/2014 (MAR)...[+106 chars] 2025-01-06T00:00:00 Annual Report by Investment Company (Form N-CSR) (Neuberger Berman Alternative Funds) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/Annual_Report_by_Investment_Company_Form_NCSR_Neuberger_Berm_i https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Investment Company filed a form N-CSR with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 6, 2025. The form is a form of a register of registered shareholders' report. The file is Consolidated ssr-output-EDGAR XBRL. ) Consolidated ssr-output-EDGAR XBRL File As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 6, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-CSR CER...[+82 chars] 2025-01-06T00:00:00 PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OMEGA ANNOUNCES KEY LEADERSHIP CHANGES Form 8 K (Omega Healthcare Investors Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/press_release_for_immediate_release_omega_announces_key_lead https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Matthew Gourmand, previously Senior Vice President, Corporate, will become the new CEO of Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc. (NYSE:OHI) on January 6, 2025. Omega announced key leadership changes in a press release today. For confidential support call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or visit www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org. ") PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OMEGA ANNOUNCES KEY LEADERSHIP CHANGES HUNT VALLEY, MARYLAND - January 6, 2025 - Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc. (NYSE:OHI) (the ""Company"" or ""Omega"") today an...[+93 chars]" 2025-01-06T00:00:00 Management Change/Compensation Form 8 K (Greenlane Holdings Inc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/06/Management_Change_Compensation_Form_8_K_Greenlane_Holdings_I https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en On December 31, 2024, the Board of Directors of Greenlane Holdings, Inc (the) will elect a new board. Barbara Sher will be the new director of the company. Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers, Election of Directors, Appointment of Certain Officers and Compensatory Arrangements will take place. ) Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Appointment of Barbara Sher On December ...[+78 chars] 2025-01-06T00:00:00 McDonald's is the latest company to roll back diversity goals Dee-Ann Durbin https://www.enidnews.com/region/mcdonalds-is-the-latest-company-to-roll-back-diversity-goals/article_35e8271b-40ba-5911-9352-598a9191603d.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/enidnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/02/50217c22-d5cf-51b2-a549-bcd3abed9a42/677c42a8c1c6c.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en McDonald's is ending some of its diversity practices, citing a U.S. Supreme Court's decision. It will retire specific goals for achieving diversity at senior leadership levels and it will end a program that encourages its suppliers to develop diversity training and increase the number of minorities in their own leadership ranks. McDonald's will continue to support efforts that ensure a diverse base of employees, suppliers and franchisees. "Four years after launching a push for more diversity in its ranks, McDonald's is ending some of its diversity practices, citing a U.S. Supreme Court's decision that McDonald's said Monday it will reti...[+1891 chars]" 2025-01-06T00:00:00 Farm Progress America, Jan. 6, 2024 https://www.beefmagazine.com/farm-business-management/farm-progress-america-jan-6-2024 https://eu-images.contentstack.com/v3/assets/blt4175b16074920322/blt275eeb6919a77d20/675ab42c21fabe85cbd775a5/GettyImages-1488367477.jpg?disable=upscale&width=1200&height=630&fit=crop US en The Corporate Transparency Act passed in 2021 was designed to stop illegal finance activities. The law requires companies doing business in the U.S. to report beneficial ownership information (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the Department of the Treasury. There have been conflicting court decisions on the law. The American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall called the legal back and forth 'court ordered whiplash' "Mike Pearson takes a look at the Corporate Transparency Act and how it's becoming confusing for almost anyone involved. The Corporate Transparency Act passed in 2021 and was designed to stop illegal f...[+1333 chars]" 2025-01-06T00:00:00 EDF: EDF announces the success of its 'Formosa' green senior bond issue for a nominal amount of $500 million redazione web https://www.padovanews.it/2025/01/06/edf-edf-announces-the-success-of-its-formosa-green-senior-bond-issue-for-a-nominal-amount-of-500-million https://www.padovanews.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/EDF.png IT en EDF announces the success of its 'Formosa' green senior bond issue for a nominal amount of $500$500 million of senior green bonds with a 5-year maturity and a SOFR + 1.15% floating coupon. EDF's raison d'être is to build a net zero energy future with electricity and innovative solutions and services. EDF announces the success of its 'Formosa' green senior bond issue for a nominal amount of $500$500 million of senior green bonds with a 5-year maturity and a SOFR + 1.15% floating coupon (the 'Bonds'...[+875 chars] 2025-01-05T23:20:32 Work It Podcast: Which jobs may enjoy a pay bump in 2025? CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/podcasts/jobs-pay-raise-salaries-supply-chain-hr-ai-sustainability-work-it-4832551 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--vT9od8NH--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_468,w_830/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2024/05/10/women.jpg?itok=7JbDUF-C SG en In 2025, salary increments of between 2 and 5% are expected for all workers. Several sectors and job roles will get higher increases. Kirsty Poltock, director at Robert Walters Singapore, shares her salary predictions and her view on how workers can move into these roles. "In 2025, salary increments of between 2 to 5 per cent are expected for all workers but there are predictions that several sectors and job roles will get higher increases. Kirsty Poltock, director at R...[+1689 chars]" 2025-01-05T21:40:19 SEC pledges crackdown on Ponzi scams, promises stronger capital market Agency Report https://punchng.com/sec-pledges-crackdown-on-ponzi-scams-promises-stronger-capital-market https://cdn.punchng.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/04131612/Security-and-Exchange-Commission-SEC-e1475583384273.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission is committed to its dual mandate of regulating and developing the capital market in Nigeria. It is revamping its investigative processes to enhance efficiency and hold bad actors accountable more decisively. It will also strengthen the legal framework of the commodities market to enable it reach its full potential in aiding economic development. The Securities and Exchange Commission has pledged to intensify efforts to eliminate Ponzi and pyramid schemes, thereby fostering an environment where genuine investment opportunities can thrive in 20...[+2894 chars] 2025-01-05T21:12:49 SEC updates fee regulations for listed companies' annual registration statement filings Pr Desk https://www.thailand-business-news.com/markets/185017-sec-updates-fee-regulations-for-listed-companies-annual-registration-statement-filings https://i0.wp.com/b2thbz.siamnews.network/2025/01/sec-building.jpg TH en SEC revokes the fee reduction for filing annual registration statements of listed companies. Listing companies whose shares are listed on the Exchange of Thailand (SET) are eligible for a 20-percent reduction of the annual registration statement filing fee. The SEC urges listed companies to prioritize key issues while utilizing fee reduction measures. SEC has amended regulations, repealing fee reduction for annual registration statement filing for listed companies. Existing fee reduction measures remain, with plans to review and enhance conditions....[+2379 chars] 2025-01-05T21:09:00 How to identify sustainable companies for responsible investing in the U.S. Diego Pérez Morales https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/savingandinvesting/how-to-identify-sustainable-companies-for-responsible-investing-in-the-u-s/ar-AA1x0kBD US en In recent years, the concept of responsible investing has gained significant traction among investors in the United States. ESG investing is based on Environmental, Social, and Governance criteria. By focusing on ESG factors, investors can make informed decisions that align with their values and achieve competitive financial returns. In recent years, the concept of responsible investing has gained significant traction among investors in the United States. At the heart of this movement is ESG investing, which stands for Environment...[+3406 chars] 2025-01-05T20:36:41 ESG and sustainability in businesses Fazal Ur Rehman Qazi https://tribune.com.pk/story/2520219/esg-and-sustainability-in-businesses https://i.tribune.com.pk/media/images/Qazi1736109067-0/Qazi1736109067-0.jpg PK en Businesses are focusing on Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) in order to reduce their carbon emissions and improve workplace health and safety. According to Gary Gensler, the Chairman of Security and Exchange Commission of America, the office of the future will play a major role in the community. "Listen to article With climate change phenomenon scaling with each passing day, businesses across the board have put their heads together to find a viable solution to cap the growing impact of climate...[+3873 chars]" 2025-01-05T18:03:23 What Is The Currency Of Trust In Leadership? Radical Transparency Cheryl Robinson https://www.forbes.com/sites/cherylrobinson/2025/01/05/what-is-the-currency-of-trust-in-leadership-radical-transparency https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6602f2ce6e1ecc6dab7ebca3/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Radical transparency is proving to be a leadership tool and a necessity for sustainable success. Organizations with high levels of employee engagement, encouraged by transparent leadership, experience a 22% increase in productivity. Edelman Trust Barometer found that 61% of employees trust their employer more than the government or media. Radical transparency continues to serve as a cornerstone of effective leadership in an era of growing skepticism toward institutions. Organizations that embrace openness and authenticity are rebuildin...[+3176 chars] 2025-01-05T17:33:44 ESA to use launch competition to test georeturn reforms Jeff Foust https://spacenews.com/esa-to-use-launch-competition-to-test-georeturn-reforms https://jetpack.com/redirect/?source=sigenerate&query=t%3DeyJpbWciOiJodHRwczpcL1wvc3BhY2VuZXdzLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDlcL3dzYncyNC1hc2NoYmFjaGVyLTEwMjR4NjgyLmpwZyIsInR4dCI6IkVTQSB0byB1c2UgbGF1bmNoIGNvbXBldGl0aW9uIHRvIHRlc3QgZ2VvcmV0dXJuIHJlZm9ybXMiLCJ0ZW1wbGF0ZSI6ImRvaXMiLCJibG9nX2lkIjo4MDY4MTk3OX0.ycRj50ODRcmCt7kDvG4fusmLglkhQk-bcfQ3Jy2ZXyAMQ US en ESA has long used a policy called georeturn where member states are guaranteed contracts to companies based in their countries in proportion to their contributions to ESA programs. A European Commission report concluded in September that the policy is a source of economic inefficiency and harms the competitiveness of the European space industry. The German government announced Dec. 19 that it was allocating 95 million euros ($98 million) to ESA's 'Boost!' program. WASHINGTON — An upcoming European launch competition will be an early test of efforts by the European Space Agency to modify its approach to policies that link contracts to member state contributions....[+3993 chars] 2025-01-05T17:00:00 Farm emissions should not be targeted while concrete gets a pass Marty Verry https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/opinion-why-are-farm-emissions-targeted-while-concrete-gets-a-pass/RZO7KAYTDFHUFD6TCGUIRF3FOM https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/CJXTWUA42NAGRGRDDSNFM7F7ZQ.jpg?auth=1f0c19e6005b2f2a77436b15a2eeedbf9df1824cccaa318b7cdaaf78347ba75f&width=1200&height=675&quality=70&smart=true NZ en Marty Verry is the CEO of the Red Stag Group, which invests in sustainable buildings materials. Most cement is manufactured offshore and as such is not touched by the ETS. Cement is responsible for 7-8% of global emissions. The Economist magazine quotes the same figures. "Most cement is manufactured offshore and as such is not touched by the ETS. Photo /123rf Opinion by Marty Verry Marty Verry is the CEO of the Red Stag Group, which invests in sustainable buildings mat...[+439 chars]" 2025-01-05T16:30:34 A Mass Exodus of Big Banks from the Net-Zero Bank Climate Alliance Mish https://www.sgtreport.com/2025/01/a-mass-exodus-of-big-banks-from-the-net-zero-bank-climate-alliance https://i0.wp.com/mishtalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Support-Your-Local-Planet.png?resize=1024%2C692&quality=80&ssl=1 US en Citigroup, BofA, and Morgan Stanley joined an exodus from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. They join Vanguard, JPMorgan, BlackRock, State Street, Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo in leaving. State Attorneys General have threatened banks and asset managers with antitrust lawsuits for participating in such outfits as NZBA. "by Mish Shedlock, Citigroup, BofA, and Morgan Stanley join Vanguard, JPMorgan, BlackRock, State Street, Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo in leaving. Net-Zero Banking Mass Exodus The The climate policy re...[+2872 chars]" 2025-01-05T16:30:00 How to get sustainability target setting right in 2025 Deloitte East Africa https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/opinion-analysis/columnists/how-to-get-sustainability-target-setting-right-in-2025-4879488 https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/resource/image/4818842/landscape_ratio3x2/1200/800/5abf122f67fb722143925965e64ebcc3/Jk/esg-picture.jpg KE en Some organisations have cut back on their climate or sustainability targets or had them revised. This change to targets should be infrequent and done transparently to build trust with their stakeholders and investors. The business case for sustainability is evident to organisations that have embraced its standards and principles, but the target setting and agreed timelines for achieving the set goals are realistic and grounded in market realities. "The last few weeks of the previous year were filled with news of organisations that had cut back on their climate or sustainability targets or had them revised. This change to targets, though sometime...[+2406 chars]" 2025-01-05T16:07:27 We'll intensify clampdown on ponzi schemes in 2025, says SEC DG Rahmotullah Lawal https://www.thecable.ng/well-intensify-crack-down-on-ponzi-schemes-in-2025-says-sec-dg https://www.thecable.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Emomotimi-Agama-DG-of-SEC.-.png NG en Emomotimi Agama, the director-general of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), says the regulator's top priority for 2025 is to revamp regulations on investment fraud. Agama said the commission's plans for the year also include mainstreaming the Nigerian capital market into the economy. The commodities market is also of interest for the SEC. Emomotimi Agama, the director-general (DG) of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), says the regulator's top priority for 2025 is to revamp regulations on investment fraud, also known as ponzi...[+1888 chars] 2025-01-05T16:04:10 SEC to follow phased timeline for sustainability reporting CEDTy Clea https://www.bworldonline.com/corporate/2025/01/06/644809/sec-to-follow-phased-timeline-for-sustainability-reporting https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/plastic-waste.jpg PH en The SEC will gradually enforce revised sustainability reporting among publicly listed companies. The guidelines for which will be released this year are staggered across tiers of companies. Listing companies must submit sustainability reports via a 'comply or explain' approach. The SEC recorded a consistently high compliance rate, reaching 96% in 2023. It will create a web-based app to manage the sustainability reports. THE SECURITIES and Exchange Commission (SEC) will gradually enforce revised sustainability reporting among publicly listed companies, the guidelines for which will be released this year, according to ...[+1540 chars] 2025-01-05T15:27:23 SEC to intensify crackdown on Ponzi schemes in 2025 — DG Joseph Inokotong https://tribuneonlineng.com/sec-to-intensify-crackdown-on-ponzi-schemes-in-2025-dg https://tribuneonlineng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Emomotimi-Agama-e1713615546931-1024x800-1-e1736090750888.jpg NG en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has emphasised that protecting investors remains a cornerstone of its mission in the New Year message to the capital market community. Dr Emomotimi Agama, the Director General of the SEC, expressed excitement about the road ahead and the opportunities it holds for the Nigerian capital market in 2025. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has emphasised that protecting investors remains a cornerstone of its mission, assuring that it will intensify efforts to stamp out Ponzi and pyramid schem...[+3106 chars] 2025-01-05T15:03:24 Transforming Carbon Markets: The EU's Roadmap to Net-Zero Through ETS Reforms Co E-EDP https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3215378-transforming-carbon-markets-the-eus-roadmap-to-net-zero-through-ets-reforms https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/05_01_2025_09_17_44_4371425.webp?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Carbon accounting plays a vital role in the European Union's recently reformed Emissions Trading System (ETS). ETS is the largest carbon trading market globally, covering over 40% of the EU's greenhouse gas emissions. The system has undergone significant reforms to enhance its effectiveness. Carbon accounting forms the foundation for the measurement, reporting, and verification of emissions, ensuring transparency and reliability of the system. The document, authored by researchers from leading European institutions specializing in environmental policy and climate change, examines the vital role of carbon accounting in the European Union's (...[+5700 chars] 2025-01-05T14:57:14 Smart living for future is to make the internet sustainable, says Greenie Web founder R. Sujatha https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/smart-living-for-future-is-to-make-the-internet-sustainable-says-greenie-web-founder/article69064845.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/hicxnv/article69065101.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/IAN%20CHEW%20GREEN%20WEB%20IIT%20MADRAS%20INDIAN%20INSTITUTE%20OF%20TECHNOLOGY%20EDUCATION_01.jpg IN en Ian Chew, 28, delivered a masterclass on 'Decarbonizing the Internet' at the IIT Madras as part of the Future Cities summit during the ongoing tech fest, Shaastra. Greenie Web is the third company in the world that works on reducing carbon footprint on the internet and the first to use AI to create low carbon computer code. Ian Chew, a 28-year-old entrepreneur and founder of Greenie Web, delivered a masterclass on 'Decarbonizing the Internet' at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras as part of the Future Cities summi...[+2271 chars] 2025-01-05T11:31:25 Citi, BofA Bolt Net-Zero Alliance as Anti-ESG Backlash Grows Content Creation https://esguniversity.substack.com/p/citi-bofa-bolt-net-zero-alliance https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd81adacd-da9b-4858-9eb8-911cfdef4a07_2048x2048.jpeg US en Citigroup and Bank of America are leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. They follow Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs who left the alliance earlier this month. The NZBA aims to bring down carbon emissions from the lending and investment portfolios of its members to zero on a net basis by 2050. "U.S. banks Citigroup and Bank of America said on Tuesday they are exiting the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a group of global banks that have pledged to curb greenhouse gas emissions. They follow ...[+2616 chars]" 2025-01-05T11:30:00 Why Trump's anti-ESG movement could spell the end for ‘green finance' Michael Bow https://finance.yahoo.com/news/why-city-turning-back-green-113000025.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/FucgCBYOWh6fdQjSXT0fuw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD03NTA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_telegraph_258/7df0695e39ef779d057468a8f4aae990 US en Mark Carney praised America's banks for leading the way on net zero when he chaired a panel of Wall Street leaders who had committed to join his green finance alliance. Citi, Bank of America and Morgan Stanley left the alliance last week. The exodus is indicative of a slowdown in finance's race to net zero amid a change in the political weather ushered in by Donald Trump's return to power. "Mark Carney praised America's banks for leading the way on net zero when he chaired a panel of Wall Street leaders who had committed to join his green finance alliance. 'This would not be possible wit...[+7235 chars]" 2025-01-05T11:11:10 Godavari Biorefineries faces ₹93 cr GST demand, Legal News, ET LegalWorld Online Bureau https://legal.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/corporate-business/godavari-biorefineries-faces-93-cr-gst-demand/116965183 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-116965183,imgsize-2828,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etlegal/corporate-business/godavari-biorefineries-faces-93-cr-gst-demand.jpg IN en Godavari Biorefineries has received a notice for non-payment of GST on Extra Neutral Alcohol for the period from July 2017 to March 2021. The authority has demanded ₹ 46.84 crore as GST and an equal amount as a penalty. The company is evaluating the demand and may challenge it before an appropriate authority. "Corporate & Business 1 min read Godavari Biorefineries faces ₹93 cr GST demand Godavari Biorefineries Limited has received a notice for non-payment of GST on Extra Neutral Alcohol for the period from ...[+197 chars]" 2025-01-05T09:04:28 At UK£0.56, Is Oxford Metrics plc (LON:OMG) Worth Looking At Closely? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/uk-0-56-oxford-metrics-090428022.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/41bdd0c670f621394929d5266c5d6c72 US en Oxford Metrics plc (LON:OMG) saw significant share price movement during recent months on the AIM. Its current trading price of UK£0.56 is 14% below its intrinsic value. Oxford Metrics' earnings over the next few years are expected to increase by 22%. This should lead to more robust cash flows, feeding into a higher share value. The market has already priced in OMG's positive outlook, with shares trading around its fair value. However, the optimistic prospect is encouraging for the company. Oxford Metrics plc (LON:OMG), is not the largest company out there, but it saw significant share price movement during recent months on the AIM, rising to highs of UK£0.67 and falling to the lows of U...[+3562 chars] 2025-01-05T08:31:00 Costco rejects call for investigation of DEI policies https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2025/jan/05/costco-rejects-call-for-investigation-of-dei https://wehco.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/imports/adg/photos/209068023_G-costco-0105-RGB_t1200.jpg?57a0c2296240c280e9492005c3cad63e7cbe80f4 US en A conservative activist wants Costco to investigate its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The company's board of directors urged shareholders to reject the proposal. Costco's diversity efforts have helped the company by fostering creativity and innovation in the merchandise it can offer to a diverse membership. Walmart dropped several of its diversity policies in November. "A Costco shareholder proposal brought by a conservative activist asked the company to investigate its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, with an eye toward eliminating them. The Issaquah, Wash....[+4540 chars]" 2025-01-05T07:30:27 The Sage Group plc (LON:SGE) Goes Ex-Dividend Soon Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/sage-group-plc-lon-sge-073027025.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/0fe4d5d105492213ce106a92b49639d4 US en The Sage Group plc (LON:SGE) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 3 days. The company's upcoming dividend is UK£0.135 per share. It has a trailing yield of 1.6% on the current stock price of UK£12.785. Earnings per share have been growing at a steady 5.8% over the last 5 years, but the company is paying out over half of its profits and less than half of the free cash flow. The Sage Group plc (LON:SGE) is about to trade ex-dividend in the next 3 days. The ex-dividend date is usually set to be one business day before the record date which is the cut-off date on which you ...[+4414 chars] 2025-01-05T06:47:15 Long-term Funding Needs Boost N5.1trn New Listings On NGX Olushola Bello https://leadership.ng/long-term-funding-needs-boost-n5-1trn-new-listings-on-ngx https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/NGX.webp NG en Transcorp Power Plc, Aradel Holdings Plc and Haldane McCall Plc have been listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited for N5.1 trillion new listing in 2024. This has contributed to the deepening of the market and increased access to capital. "The search for long-term funding propelled three companies to approach the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited for N5.1 trillion new listing in 2024, LEADERSHIP Sunday learnt. The debut listing of Transco...[+3148 chars]" 2025-01-05T05:10:53 Correction on Last Email Gather 2030 https://gather2030.substack.com/p/correction-on-last-email https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:best,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fgather2030.substack.com%2Ftwitter%2Fsubscribe-card.jpg%3Fv%3D143278592%26version%3D9 US en There was a miscommunication about the mission of the organization. They are proposing an alternative net-zero plan that prioritizes soil regeneration over data and technology-driven approaches. Their objective is to counter the UN-driven climate action plans by emphasizing locally-driven, practical solutions. "We apologize for the confusion caused by our email stating that we ""advocate for sustainable, community-driven climate actions."" This was a miscommunication. Our true stance is to ""advocate for practi...[+427 chars]" 2025-01-05T01:38:06 SECP notifies adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards NEWS WIRE https://www.nation.com.pk/05-Jan-2025/secp-notifies-adoption-of-ifrs-sustainability-disclosure-standards https://www.nation.com.pk/assets/thenation_202006/images/no-image-large.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan notified the adoption of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Sustainability Disclosure Standards in a phase-wise manner in Pakistan. The first phase starts from the annual reporting periods beginning on or after July 1, 2025. The second and third phases start from July 2026 and 2027 respectively. ISLAMABAD - The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has notified the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Sustainability Disclosure Standards in a phase-wis...[+2413 chars] 2025-01-05T00:00:00 Environmental Impact Assessments are not ‘tick-the-box' exercises, ERA CEO says Independent Online https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/05/Environmental_Impact_Assessments_are_not_tickthebox_exercise_d https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en "Kevin Mercieca, CEO of the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA), rebutted criticism surrounding the authority's environmental impact assessment (EIA) processes. He said EIA should be carried out only when needed and not as a ""tick-the-box"" exercise." The CEO of the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA), Kevin Mercieca, rebutted criticism surrounding the authority's environmental impact assessment (EIA) processes, saying that they are not just ...[+279 chars] 2025-01-05T00:00:00 What Is The Currency Of Trust In Leadership? Radical Transparency Forbes https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/05/What_Is_The_Currency_Of_Trust_In_Leadership_Radical_Transpar https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Radical transparency is the key to building trust. It's about being open while staying focused on strategic goals and organizational success. It is also about being honest and focused on the right things at the right time. It can only be achieved if it's done in a strategic way. Radical transparency is the key to building trust; it's about being open while staying focused on strategic goals and organizational success. 2025-01-05T00:00:00 ESL Steel Ltd welcomes 2025 with joy and optimism BOKARO https://www.dailypioneer.com/2025/state-editions/esl-steel-ltd-welcomes-2025-with-joy-and-optimism.html https://www.dailypioneer.com/images/logo.jpg IN en ESL Steel Limited celebrated the New Year with a town hall event. The event featured the unveiling of the 2025 diary, a cake-cutting ceremony, and recognition of exceptional contributions by the NCQC and CSR teams. CEO Ashish Gupta expressed gratitude to employees for their dedication. ESL Steel Limited celebrated the New Year with a vibrant town hall event, bringing together employees, leadership, and stakeholders to reflect on 2024's achievements and set goals for the future. The ...[+1016 chars] 2025-01-04T21:19:54 Advisory: Chevron to Present at Goldman Sachs Energy, CleanTech & Utilities Conference 2025 Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/advisory-chevron-to-present-at-goldman-sachs-energy-cleantech-utilities-conference-2025/article_6cb27846-8f27-5a04-a8ec-60eb46cadbf4.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Mike Wirth, Chairman and CEO of Chevron Corporation will take part in the Goldman Sachs Energy, CleanTech & Utilities Conference 2025 on January 8, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET. He will discuss corporate strategy and the company's primary objective of delivering higher returns, lower carbon and superior shareholder value. Mike Wirth, Chairman and CEO of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), will take part in the Goldman Sachs Energy, CleanTech & Utilities Conference 2025 on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET, discuss...[+161 chars] 2025-01-04T21:16:00 HDFC Bank gets RBI nod to hike group stake in 3 banks Mayur Shetty https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/hdfc-bank-gets-rbi-nod-to-hike-group-stake-in-3-banks/articleshow/116949319.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-116949324,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-191066,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en HDFC Bank has received approval from RBI for its group entities to hike investments in Kotak Mahindra Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, and Capital Small Finance Banks up to 9.5% of their share capital. The bank does not intend to invest in these banks directly, but the aggregate holding of the group entities is likely to exceed the prescribed 5% limit. "MUMBAI: HDFC Bank has informed the stock exchanges that it has received approval from RBI for its group entities to hike investments in Kotak Mahindra Bank , AU Small Finance Bank , and Capital Small ...[+2499 chars]" 2025-01-04T20:33:29 Banks Celebrate the New Year by Quitting Their Climate Pledges Kate Aronoff https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/banks-celebrate-the-new-year-by-quitting-their-climate-pledges-d3837dde1d0f873b5eaf0dae4b62df9df93b15b0 https://images.newrepublic.com/3c176512f43f1e77ca69173c8d7c82fba9e11e09.jpeg?w=1200&h=630&crop=faces&fit=crop&fm=jpg FR en "NZBA was part of the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net-Zero, launched by former Bank of England governor turned green investment guru Mark Carney in 2021. GFANZ boasted audacious numbers: $130 trillion ""relentlessly, ruthlessly focused on net zero"" in the lead-up to the U.N. climate talks in Glasgow." NZBA was part of the broader Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net-Zero, launched by former Bank of England governor turned green investment guru Mark Carney in 2021. In the lead-up to the U.N. climate t...[+718 chars] 2025-01-04T19:35:04 Downside Of Purpose-Driven Leadership: Mission Over Results Cheryl Robinson https://www.forbes.com/sites/cherylrobinson/2025/01/04/downside-of-purpose-driven-leadership-mission-over-results https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/67798b7b1c3734159fcab9f6/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Purpose-driven leadership has become a rallying cry for businesses aiming to attract talent, inspire teams and connect with socially conscious consumers. Research from McKinsey & Company indicates that there is often a gap between a company's stated purpose and its actual impact. Patagonia's commitment to environmental sustainability has earned it a loyal customer base. Ben & Jerry's focus on social justice is a cornerstone of its brand identity. "If your company prioritizes its mission over results, the company is set up to fail in the market. Purpose-driven leadership has become a rallying cry for businesses aiming to attract talent, inspire ...[+5139 chars]" 2025-01-04T19:26:38 Saudi green bond market soars on sustainable financing shift Miguel Hadchity https://www.arabnews.com/node/2585245/business-economy https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/styles/660x371_watermarksaudi/public/main-image/2025/01/04/4560535-2009510327.jpg?itok=ivUtcWha SA en Saudi Arabia's green bond market is experiencing dramatic growth. Green bonds offer funding for eco-friendly projects in areas such as renewable energy, sustainable water management, and waste reduction. Vision 2030 aims to reduce the nation's dependency on oil and increase reliance on clean energy to protect the environment and diversify the economy. Public Investment Fund first issued a green bond in 2022. RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's green bond market is experiencing dramatic growth, positioning the Kingdom as a major player in sustainable financing as it works to meet the ambitious objectives of Vision 2030...[+6169 chars] 2025-01-04T19:18:27 A Mass Exodus of Big Banks from the Net-Zero Bank Climate Alliance Freedomsphoenix Readerfour https://www.FreedomsPhoenix.com/News/373226-2025-01-04-a-mass-exodus-of-big-banks-from-the-net-zero.htm https://www.freedomsphoenix.com/Uploads/Graphics/533-0104122155-63901-main.jpg US en Citigroup, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo have left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. State Attorneys General have threatened banks and asset managers with antitrust lawsuits for participating in such outfits as NZBA. Many are deciding the potential legal headaches aren't worth it. "Net-Zero Banking Mass Exodus The Net-Zero Bank Alliance Has Collapsed . The climate policy retreat is accelerating as Citigroup, Bank of America and Morgan Stanley this week joined an exodus from the ...[+1510 chars]" 2025-01-04T16:53:40 Costco is standing by its DEI policy. Here's why. Dominick Reuter https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/costcos-defense-dei-initiatives-less-151837654.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/3IWJi4nJXmO9cpubg6Nq1Q--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insider_articles_922/ef258c9868246c9226d660dabc0024e3 US en Costco's board supported the company's stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion in its proxy statement in response to a shareholder proposal from the conservative National Center for Public Policy Research. Donald Trump has been critical of DEI measures on the campaign trail. Data suggests shareholders support diversity efforts in spite of the backlash. "Costco appears to be bucking the anti-DEI wave with its defense of its diversity initiatives. Data published last year suggests shareholders largely support diversity efforts. Costco's move challenges...[+3112 chars]" 2025-01-04T16:50:20 Morgan Stanley joins Goldman Sachs, Citi in exodus from UN-backed climate alliance Taylor Herzlich https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/morgan-stanley-joins-goldman-sachs-citi-in-exodus-from-un-backed-climate-5e0c49952604a8d530251709f0bcfb2900888255 https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/96113901.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1200 FR en Morgan Stanley has decided to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a UN-backed climate alliance. Goldman Sachs, Citi, Bank of America and Wells Fargo also left the alliance earlier this week. Environmental advocacy group urges New York state to regulate the financial sector. Morgan Stanley said on Thursday it had decided to leave a UN-backed climate alliance — joining rivals Goldman Sachs and Citi in ditching the group amid conservative backlash toward environmental and d...[+1142 chars] 2025-01-04T15:18:37 Costco's defense of its DEI initiatives is less surprising than it might seem Dominick Reuter https://finance.yahoo.com/news/costcos-defense-dei-initiatives-less-151837533.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/5B26o1qQOpEcZKvb14j_OQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD05MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/business_insider_articles_888/ef258c9868246c9226d660dabc0024e3 US en Costco's board supported the company's stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion in its proxy statement in response to a shareholder proposal from the conservative National Center for Public Policy Research. Donald Trump has been critical of DEI measures on the campaign trail. Data suggests shareholders support diversity efforts in spite of the backlash. "Costco appears to be bucking the anti-DEI wave with its defense of its diversity initiatives. Data published last year suggests shareholders largely support diversity efforts. Costco's move challenges...[+3145 chars]" 2025-01-04T15:18:37 Costco's defense of its DEI initiatives is less surprising than it might seem dreuter@businessinsider.com https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/costco-s-defense-of-its-dei-initiatives-is-less-surprising-than-it-might-seem/ar-AA1wXw6G US en Costco's board supported the company's stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion in its proxy statement in response to a proposal from the conservative National Center for Public Policy Research. Donald Trump has been critical of DEI measures on the campaign trail, arguing that they discriminate against white Americans. Data suggests shareholders largely support diversity efforts in spite of the backlash. Costco appears to be bucking the anti-DEI wave with its defense of its diversity initiatives.Data published last year suggests shareholders largely support diversity efforts.Costco's move challenges t...[+6234 chars] 2025-01-04T15:18:37 Costco is standing by its DEI policy. Here's why. dreuter@businessinsider.com https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/costco-is-standing-by-its-dei-policy-here-s-why/ar-AA1wXw6G US en Costco's board supported the company's stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion in its proxy statement in response to a proposal from the conservative National Center for Public Policy Research. Donald Trump has been critical of DEI measures on the campaign trail, arguing that they discriminate against white Americans. Data suggests shareholders largely support diversity efforts in spite of the backlash. Costco appears to be bucking the anti-DEI wave with its defense of its diversity initiatives.Data published last year suggests shareholders largely support diversity efforts.Costco's move challenges t...[+6234 chars] 2025-01-04T14:46:59 Megastar Foods Settles with Sebi: A Resolution Over Disclosure Norms Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3215142-megastar-foods-settles-with-sebi-a-resolution-over-disclosure-norms https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/imagegallery/27_05_2019_11_52_07_9391333.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Megastar Foods has reached a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) concerning an alleged breach of disclosure norms. The company paid a sum of Rs 20.15 lakh to settle the matter. Sebi accused the company of not obtaining prior approval from shareholders for transactions involving related parties. Megastar Food's revised its settlement terms and made the necessary payment. In a notable resolution, Megastar Foods has reached a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) concerning an alleged breach of disclosure norms. The company paid a sum of Rs 2...[+566 chars] 2025-01-04T14:26:43 Elon Musk sets up UK company amid speculations of donation to Reform Jose Ramos http://www.msn.com/en-nz/news/other/elon-musk-sets-up-uk-company-amid-speculations-of-donation-to-reform/ar-AA1wXmjf US en Elon Musk has set up a new company in the UK called XAI London. It is based at the same London offices as X (formerly Twitter). Jared Birchall, a former Merrill Lynch employee, is the only director at the company. The tycoon is stated as having owning 75% or more of shares. Mr Musk has a net worth of over $400 billion. He co-founded seven companies, including electric car maker Tesla, rocket producer SpaceX and xAI. Nigel Farage confirmed Mr Musk will give a'reasonable sized' donation to Reform party. "Tech billionaire Elon Musk has set up a new company in the UK sparking speculation that this will be used to funnel millions to Nigel Farage's Reform party. The company called 'X.AI London' was incorp...[+4553 chars]" 2025-01-04T14:07:23 5 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Trends To Watch In 2025 Timothy J. McClimon https://www.forbes.com/sites/timothyjmcclimon/2025/01/04/5-corporate-social-responsibility-csr-trends-to-watch-in-2025 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/677843ca7fae253a492583eb/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The new year brings with it a variety of challenges for companies, cities, and countries. The recent government elections and conservative movements promise to upend some corporate social responsibility (CSR) trends. Some companies will continue to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, while others will follow the lead of Walmart, John Deere, and several major universities in de-emphasizing or discontinuing these efforts. There will be more employee volunteering and less remote work. "Collage image of hands interacting with trend graph The new year brings with it a variety of challenges for companies, cities, and countries, and recent government elections and conservative movements...[+4924 chars]" 2025-01-04T12:51:26 Those who invested in Expedia Group (NASDAQ:EXPE) five years ago are up 69% Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/those-invested-expedia-group-nasdaq-125126230.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/bba80cef4667ee8433810d7fbee032a7 US en Expedia Group's share price is up 68% in the last five years, but it's less than the market return of 27%. The company has improved its bottom line over the last three years. Simply Wall St has found 2 warning signs for Expedia Group that you should be aware of before investing. The main point of investing for the long term is to make money. Better yet, you'd like to see the share price move up more than the market average. Unfortunately for shareholders, while the Expedia Gr...[+2976 chars] 2025-01-04T12:14:48 Does Global Blue Group Holding (NYSE:GB) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/does-global-blue-group-holding-121448451.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/deae7123c305ae121db80b585a5fb9dd US en Global Blue Group Holding (NYSE:GB) has grown its earnings per share (EPS) by almost 50% in a year. Its EBIT margins have grown from 20% to 26% in the last 12 months. Its CEO earns €4.6m in the year leading up to March 2024. Its insiders own 1.3% of the company. Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks' without any revenue, let alone profit. But the reality is that when a company loses...[+5162 chars] 2025-01-04T11:45:00 Rupert Read looks at challenges facing planet in 2025 Rupert Read https://edp24.co.uk/news/24822699.rupert-read-looks-challenges-facing-planet-2025 https://www.edp24.co.uk/resources/images/18924519.jpg?type=og-image GB en The year 2025 was the target for Britain to reach net-zero carbon emissions, but it's already a failure. Extinction Rebellion (XR) succeeded in pushing the climate crisis into the spotlight, but its tactics divided opinion and hardened opposition. Neither Conservative nor Labour leadership has acted with the urgency required. 2025 must be the year we pivot towards climate adaptation. "The year 2025 was once a beacon of hope. It was the target Extinction Rebellion (XR) set for Britain to reach net-zero carbon emissions. Back in 2018, when we launched XR, we weren't just making a bol...[+4345 chars]" 2025-01-04T11:27:34 Eshallgo Inc Secures $5 Million Through Convertible Debentures Tip Ranks https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eshallgo-inc-secures-5-million-112734253.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/tipranks_452/b71c4e6884c04c3ca6f3eca70140296a US en Eshallgo Inc has successfully entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement to place Convertible Debentures worth up to $5 million with a maturity date of November 28, 2025. The company conducted three closings, raising a total of $5million. The funds raised through this agreement are expected to enhance Eshallgo's financial position and strategic capabilities in the market. "The latest announcement is out from Eshallgo Inc Class A ( (EHGO) ). Discover the latest stocks recommended by top Wall Street analysts, all in one place with Analyst Top Stocks Make smarter investmen...[+1115 chars]" 2025-01-04T11:00:35 Santos refutes serious allegations in landmark legal battle: 'Not a promise or prediction' Veronica Booth https://www.yahoo.com/news/santos-refutes-serious-allegations-landmark-110035733.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/MB88SzXvZ.n56nhHybI9Cw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/3165574879ba2997e4131b205f47cc62 US en "Santos Ltd., an Australian oil and gas company, is accused of greenwashing in court. The case focuses on statements made in 2021 climate reports and a 2020 investor briefing. The ACCR claims Santos deceived investors by referring to itself as a ""clean fuels company"" and presented false information about the pollution released during hydrogen production." "Santos Ltd., an Australian oil and gas company, refuted greenwashing allegations against it, claiming the accusations ignore the company's years of valuable work toward clean fuels. The company denied...[+2664 chars]" 2025-01-04T09:29:20 AFC questions Govt's fear of renegotiating oil contract Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/01/04/afc-questions-govts-fear-of-renegotiating-oil-contract https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2025/01/Adams-150x150.jpg GY en The Alliance for Change (AFC) questions why the government of Guyana is afraid to formally request a renegotiation of the lopsided contract with U.S. oil giant ExxonMobil. President Irfaan Ali said he has no interest in writing ExxonMobil to renegotiate the 2016 Petroleum Sharing Agreement (PSA). Kaieteur News – The Alliance for Change (AFC) on Friday questioned why the government of Guyana is afraid to formally request a renegotiation of the country's lopsided contract with U.S. oil giant Exx...[+3642 chars] 2025-01-04T07:50:25 Kirloskar Oil Engines file appeal before SAT challenging SEBI order to disclose family settlement deed Riya R Alex https://www.livemint.com/companies/kirloskar-oil-engines-file-appeal-before-sat-challenging-sebi-order-to-disclose-family-settlement-deed-11735976719947.html https://images.livemint.com/img/2018/12/24/1600x900/breaking_news_1545650155659.jpg IN en Kirloskar Industries Ltd wants to challenge a recent order from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) asking to disclose the deed of family settlement (DFS) entered into by the members of the Kirlo's family under the SEBI Regulations. Kirloskar Industries Ltd has planned to challenge a recent order from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) asking to disclose the deed of family settlement (DFS) entered into by the membe...[+54 chars] 2025-01-04T07:25:58 Govt Amends Foreign Trade Policy 2023 To Enhance Stakeholder Participation BW Online Bureau https://www.businessworld.in/article/govt-amends-foreign-trade-policy-2023-to-enhance-stakeholder-participation-543800 https://static.businessworld.in/foreign trade_20250104122033_original_image_17.webp IN en The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has amended the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023 to strengthen stakeholder engagement in policy formulation. The initiative is part of the government's commitment to promoting Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) in India. The government has reserved the right to take final decisions in exceptional circumstances. The Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry has amended the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023 to strengthen stakeholder engagement in policy formulation. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) ...[+1707 chars] 2025-01-04T06:11:00 Axis max life insurance unveils sustainable wealth 50 index fund PTI https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2025/Jan/04/axis-max-life-insurance-unveils-sustainable-wealth-50-index-fund-3 https://media.assettype.com/newindianexpress%2F2025-01-03%2Fiaoyoovk%2FANI_20250103124749.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd. has launched the first-of-its-kind Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund. The fund invests in a basket of 50 top-performing stocks based on a proprietary, equal-weighted, factor-based quantitative index. The index will be computed and maintained by NSE Indices Limited. It will be available through the Online Savings Plan and Flexi Wealth Advantage Plan. "NEW DELHI: Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd. (formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Ltd.) today announced the launch of the Axis Max Life Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund. This first-of-its-kind fun...[+3108 chars]" 2025-01-04T05:41:43 Axis Max Life Unveils Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3214690-axis-max-life-unveils-sustainable-wealth-50-index-fund https://www.devdiscourse.com/images/newstheme.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd. has introduced its latest offering: the Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund. The fund's unique strategy involves investing in a combination of 50 top-performing stocks from the Nifty 500. The index prioritizes companies based on Free Cash Flow Yield and Dividend Yield for non-financial and financial sectors. Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd., a leading player in India's insurance sector, has introduced its latest offering: the Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund. This pioneering fund targets companies with robust...[+843 chars] 2025-01-04T05:00:22 The Ethical Investor: New ESG rules in 2025 force ASX firms to reveal their climate game plan Eddy Sunarto https://www.news.com.au/finance/business/stockhead/news/the-ethical-investor-new-esg-rules-in-2025-force-asx-firms-to-reveal-their-climate-game-plan/news-story/94030213b95c19a534d71eca00b603bf https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/6724b2448e1e6717fc4f3dffaa2aee69 AU en New law requires large and medium-sized companies in Australia to report their climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions starting from 2025. The reports will be released at the end of each financial year. The law also sets up the Net Zero Economy Authority to help Australia transition to a low-emission economy. "Certain Aussie companies must report climate risks from 2025 This new law will boost transparency for climate investors Here's a quick look at what these reports will include In September last year, A...[+5100 chars]" 2025-01-04T04:20:00 National Bank approves roadmap for implementation of ESG principles https://24.kg/english/316015_National_Bank_approves_roadmap_for_implementation_of_ESG_principles https://24.kg/files/media/360/360588.jpg KG en The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has approved a roadmap for the development of sustainable finance and the implementation of ESG principles in the banking sector. The document was adopted on December 20, 2024 by the Supervisory Committee of the National Bank and posted on the official website of the bank. It is aimed at creating a favorable ecosystem for sustainable finance, facilitating the country's transition to a green economy and achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has approved a roadmap for the development of sustainable finance and the implementation of ESG principles in the banking sector. The document was adopted on December 2...[+2348 chars] 2025-01-04T02:30:00 Morgan Stanley is latest lender to quit ‘net zero' banking group Saijel Kishan https://www.msn.com/en-ie/money/other/morgan-stanley-is-latest-lender-to-quit-net-zero-banking-group/ar-AA1wW49V US en Morgan Stanley has terminated its membership of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. The global group has around 140 member banks, including AIB in Ireland. Other banks that have recently quit NZBA include Goldman Sachs Group and Wells Fargo & Co. The defections are playing out against a tense political backdrop in the US. Morgan Stanley terminated its membership of a major climate-banking group, joining a wave of Wall Street firms that recently quit a global alliance intended to aid the reduction of greenhouse-gas emis...[+2563 chars] 2025-01-04T02:30:00 Morgan Stanley is latest lender to quit ‘net zero' banking group Saijel Kishan https://www.independent.ie/business/world/morgan-stanley-is-latest-lender-to-quit-net-zero-banking-group/a456349604.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/6wQgupyGils9a-KhpO7BHaPwlzI=/0x0:4787x3190/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/85630e40-a21f-411d-bf89-0ac1a04cac29/fa5fec7e-e094-4fba-9961-a9c9e17cfff3/85630e40-a21f-411d-bf89-0ac1a04cac29.jpg IE en Morgan Stanley terminated its membership of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Citigroup and Bank of America did the same earlier this week. The alliance is intended to aid the reduction of greenhouse-gas emissions. It's against a tense political backdrop in the US. "Defections play out against tense political backdrop in the US Today at 21:30 Morgan Stanley terminated its membership of a major climate-banking group, joining a wave of Wall Street firms that recent...[+399 chars]" 2025-01-04T02:24:00 Aitken Spence announces three new Independent Non-Executive Directors https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Aitken-Spence-announces-three-new-Independent-Non-Executive-Directors/44-771390 https://www.ft.lk/assets/images/img/ft_logo.png LK en Dr. Ravi Fernando, Peter Englisch and Christian J. Sevilla have been appointed as Independent Non-Executive Directors of Aitken Spence PLC. Dr. Fernando is an alumni of the University of Cambridge and has an MBA from the European Business School in 2016. Peter Enggisch is a seasoned executive with over three decades of experience in the fields of family business advisory, assurance, and tax services. Christian Sevilla is a Director at Form-A-Co (Gibraltar) Ltd., and a Regulated Individual regulated by the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission. "Aitken Spence PLC has announced the appointment of Dr. Ravi Fernando, Peter Englisch and Christian J. Sevilla as Independent Non-Executive Directors. Dr. Ravi Fernando is an alumni of the University o...[+3707 chars]" 2025-01-04T02:01:55 SILVACO ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Silvaco Group, Inc. on Behalf ... https://www.eagletribune.com/region/silvaco-alert-bragar-eagel-squire-p-c-is-investigating-silvaco-group-inc-on-behalf/article_b01696e0-cae4-51a6-b411-fc0d91470a2a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against Silvaco Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SVCO) on behalf of stockholders. The investigation concerns whether the Company has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. NEW YORK, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Silvaco Group, Inc. ('Silvaco' o...[+244 chars] 2025-01-03T21:03:28 EPA adds 9 ‘forever chemicals' to national reporting database Miranda Willson https://www.eenews.net/articles/epa-adds-9-forever-chemicals-to-national-reporting-database https://static.politico.com/dims4/default/55a1666/2147483647/resize/1200/quality/100/?url=https://static.politico.com/06/53/86ea3aae47e1890cc8dec4e956db/epa-forever-chemicals-40165.jpg US en EPA will add nine versions of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances or PFAS to the Toxics Release Inventory starting this year. Companies are already required to report when they release nearly 200 other PFAS into the air, water or land. The move comes in response to the 2020 National Defense Authorization Act. The Biden administration will require companies to disclose the release of additional 'forever chemicals' into the environment, in an effort to better track where the notoriously persistent pollutants...[+782 chars] 2025-01-03T20:52:19 Notice of Exempt Solicitation (Form PX14A6G) (The National Legal and Policy Center) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/03/Notice_of_Exempt_Solicitation_Form_PX14A6G_The_National_Lega https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/03/[] US en The Securities and Exchange Commission has issued a notice of expiry of an exemption for Visa Inc.'s Shareholder Proposal - Gender-Based Compensation Gaps and Associated Risks. National Legal and Policy Center is relying on the exemption. The exemption applies to the shareholder proposal. )United States Securities and Exchange CommissionWashington, D.C. 20549NOTICE OF EXEMPT SOLICITATIONPursuant to Rule 14a-103Name of the Registrant: Visa Inc.Name of persons relying on exemption: Natio...[+116 chars] 2025-01-03T20:42:05 Low Interest Rates Drive Demand for Corporate Bonds: Harbour Investment Partners Offers Unmatched Opportunities Ein News https://tech.einnews.com/pr_news/773930200/low-interest-rates-drive-demand-for-corporate-bonds-harbour-investment-partners-offers-unmatched-opportunities https://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/329bb6c8-f1d8-46fe-a697-c285886d602c/screenshot-2025-01-03-152057.png UA en Harbour Investment Partners is a leading investment management firm in Australia. It provides clients with tailored investment strategies tailored to their needs. The firm forecasts continued growth in the corporate bond market, particularly in sectors such as technology, healthcare, and renewable energy. It is dedicated to delivering exceptional results through innovative strategies and rigorous research. /EIN News/ -- Sydney, AU, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a global financial landscape characterized by persistently low interest rates, Harbour Investment Partners is paving the way for savvy in...[+3490 chars] 2025-01-03T20:13:26 E-auction of dumps: DMG mandates waste handling plan, bank guarantee from bidders Navhind Times https://www.navhindtimes.in/2025/01/04/goanews/e-auction-of-dumps-dmg-mandates-waste-handling-plan-bank-guarantee-from-bidders https://www.navhindtimes.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/The-Navhind-Times-Featured-Default-1.png IN en The Department of Mines and Geology introduced new requirements for bidders under the e-auction policy for dump handling. Bidders will have to submit a waste disposal plan within 180 days and a bank guarantee equivalent to the estimated waste handling cost must be submitted at the time of upfront payment. The successful bidder will start the dump handling and clear it within two years from the date of grant of permission from the DMG. "Staff Reporter Panaji The Department of Mines and Geology (DMG), on Friday, introduced new requirements for bidders under the e-auction policy for dump handling. Bidders will now have to submit a comp...[+1045 chars]" 2025-01-03T19:58:19 Jeff Bezos says everything on Earth is better than it was 50 years ago—except for 1 thing Megan Sauer https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/03/jeff-bezos-everything-on-earth-is-getting-better-except-environment.html https://image.cnbcfm.com/api/v1/image/108071592-1733351937711-gettyimages-2188276479-mms16977_ra163a6t.jpeg?v=1733352033&w=1920&h=1080 US en Jeff Bezos believes the world is better today than it was 50 years ago, except for the natural world. Amazon emitted 70.74 million metric tons of carbon dioxide in 2022, which is equivalent to 1.1% of the entire U.S.'s total emissions. Amazon's annual emissions are gradually dropping, and it aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Bezos has spent billions of dollars for the past two decades on his aerospace company Blue Origin. Blue Origin has successfully completed nine human spaceflights. "Amazon founder Jeff Bezos doesn't want to go back in time. Almost everything, including infant mortality, global literacy and global poverty rates, has improved over the last 50 years, Bezos said at t...[+2644 chars]" 2025-01-03T19:07:00 Long-awaited hydrogen rule published by Treasury Department Naomi Klinge https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2025/01/03/treasury-releases-final-45v-rule.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12628446/gettyimages-1405420577*1200xx7500-4219-0-255.jpg US en The U.S. Department of Treasury has released its long-awaited final rule of 45V hydrogen tax credits. The rule awarded tax benefits only to hydrogen produced through low-carbon energy. Companies were concerned this would not allow any natural gas-produced hydrogen to be eligible and wouldn't incentivize companies to clean up their emissions from natural gas production. The final rule will allow differentiated reporting of upstream emissions in the natural gas supply chain. It also allows power plants that have recently added carbon capture and storage technologies before supplying power to produce hydrogen. "The U.S. Department of Treasury has released its long-awaited final rule of 45V hydrogen tax credits — and it may help oil and gas producers in their hydrogen production efforts. In a draft proposal r...[+3131 chars]" 2025-01-03T19:05:14 Three More Banks Ditch UN-Backed Net Zero Scheme James Murphy https://thenewamerican.com/us/economy/three-more-banks-ditch-un-backed-net-zero-scheme https://thenewamerican.com/assets/sites/2/2025/boa_bank.jpeg US en Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, and Citigroup are leaving the Net Zero Banking Alliance. They join Goldman-Sachs and Wells Fargo in leaving the alliance. The alliance's members have to set targets to reach 'net zero' greenhouse-gas emissions by 2050. All five of the banks have been targeted by Republican lawmakers over their hostility to fossil-fuel interests and the agricultural sector. "AP Images Article audio sponsored by The John Birch Society Three more large banks have announced that they will be leaving the United Nations-backed Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). Morgan Stanley, ...[+3698 chars]" 2025-01-03T18:42:45 Costco And Meta (Facebook) Both Commit To Diversity, With Hilariously Diverse Results Gary Legum https://www.wonkette.com/p/costco-and-meta-facebook-both-commit https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1200,h_600,c_fill,f_jpg,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa844075f-c40c-4618-9b52-2d0c327414a2_1200x628.webp US en Costco's board refused to abandon diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives despite pressure from right-wing groups. Meta announced it would start rolling out AI-created user profiles. Instagram posted an AI profile that can be seen to be believed to be seen by anyone. How much time has American public discourse spent on debating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives the last few years? It has been one long string of wingnuts bulldozing and bullying every coll...[+5673 chars] 2025-01-03T18:19:25 DGFT mandates consultations before policy changes, stakeholders to have say in foreign trade policies Theprint Team https://theprint.in/india/dgft-mandates-consultations-before-policy-changes-stakeholders-to-have-say-in-foreign-trade-policies/2430267 https://static.theprint.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/theprint_default_image_new.jpg IN en The Directorate General of Foreign Trade announced amendments to the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023 on Thursday. The new policy mandates seeking views, suggestions and feedback from relevant stakeholders, including importers, exporters, and industry experts. The initiative underscores the government's commitment to improving the Ease of Doing Business in India. New Delhi: In a move to enhance transparency and promote stakeholder involvement, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) announced amendments to the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023. These amendmen...[+625 chars] 2025-01-03T17:51:48 Annual Report by Investment Company (Form N-CSR) (Vanguard Windsor Funds) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/03/Annual_Report_by_Investment_Company_Form_NCSR_Vanguard_Winds https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/03/[] US en Investment Company Act file number: 811-00834. N-CSRCERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OFREGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES. S-SR-output-EDGAR XBRL File. ) Consolidated ssr-output-EDGAR XBRL FileUNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWashington, D.C. 20549FORM N-CSRCERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORTOFREGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIESInvestme...[+37 chars] 2025-01-03T16:58:22 Coface SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 31 December 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/04/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/coface-sa-disclosure-of-total-number-of-voting-rights-and-number-of-shares-in-the-capital-as-at-31december2024/2030027 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/04/505169.png PH en COFACE SA has total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 31 December 2024. January 2025 - 17.45 exclude shares owned by Coface SA's own shareholders. Coface sa has total voting rights as at December 3rd, 2018 in Paris. "COFACE SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 31 December 2024 Paris, 3 r d January 2025 - 17.45 (2) excluding own shares Attachment" 2025-01-03T16:48:10 'Capital is no longer our constraint' Gautam Adani The Hindu Bureau https://www.thehindu.com/business/capital-is-no-longer-our-constraint-gautam-adani/article69058365.ece https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/wwtfom/article69058368.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/IMG_FILE_PHOTO__Inaugura_2_1_92DOB5JA.jpg IN en Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani wrote a year-end letter to employees. He stressed the importance of investing in technology and talent to build a strong foundation for the future. He challenged employees to embrace technology as a lever to innovate, disrupt and set new standards of excellence. Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani in his year-end letter to employees stated that capital was no longer a constraint for his conglomerate and his focus would be on laying a solid foundation for the fu...[+3782 chars] 2025-01-03T16:45:00 Disclosure of the Number of Shares Forming the Capital and of the Total Number of Voting Rights as of 31 December 2024 VINCI https://finance.yahoo.com/news/disclosure-number-shares-forming-capital-164500407.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/4Jw8cOtbbpG99vEFu_hWrw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD0zMzQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/1a3bec34d4968aa7bb08b096f4f08491 US en French public limited company (société anonyme) has a share capital of €1,454,542,075.00. Theoretical number of voting rights (including treasury stock) is581,816,830. The total voting rights, excluding treasury stock, is562,417,394. "French public limited company (société anonyme)with a share capital of €1,454,542,075.00Registered office : 1973, boulevard de la Défense92000 Nanterre – France552 037 806 RCS Nanterrewww.vinci.com DI...[+558 chars]" 2025-01-03T16:45:00 Coface SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 31 December 2024 Coface SA https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/coface-sa-disclosure-total-number-164500311.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Y1.6r8u9f.aosjuVjAOWJw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD01NDI-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/76b63bf978b88258ce423dcd975a732f US en Coface SA is a joint-stock corporation incorporated under the laws of France. Its share capital amounts to €300,359,584 divided into 150,179,792 shares, all of the same class, and all of which are fully paid up and subscribed. Coface is listed on Euronext Paris. "COFACE SA: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares in the capital as at 31 December 2024 Paris, 3rd January 2025 – 17.45 Total Number of Shares Capital Theoretical Number of V...[+1247 chars]" 2025-01-03T16:02:18 EasyJet removes paint from planes to offset equivalent of a 27-kg suitcase of CO2 Ryan Hogg https://www.yahoo.com/news/easyjet-removes-paint-planes-offset-150129791.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/ryQT9sDEvd4pcUYeBIxtew--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD04MDA-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/fortune_175/5c4151fcdba0fdc435ff79f81606fdd1 US en EasyJet is experimenting with a new paint application method to reduce emissions on its aircraft. The airline expects to save 1,300 metric tons of jet fuel and more than 4,000 tons of CO2 by the time the new paint is rolled out across its entire fleet by 2029. "Budget airline giant EasyJet has found a novel way to reduce emissions on its flights: removing some of its iconic white and orange paint from its aircraft. The airline is experimenting with a new met...[+2190 chars]" 2025-01-03T16:01:00 Climate-related insights will shape ESG and sustainability Ludwig Federigan https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/04/business/green-industries/climate-related-insights-will-shape-esg-and-sustainability/2029786 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/03/504815.jpg PH en "The top 20 global polluters contributed 35 percent of all energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane worldwide. Businesses that fail to act on sustainability will increasingly face significant consequences. Carbon offsetting is an essential component of corporate sustainability strategies. The concept of ""climate positive"" is gaining traction as companies seek to go beyond simply achieving net-zero emissions. Stakeholders are demanding that organizations disclose climate-related risks and their impact on operations." THE future of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations and sustainability practices is increasingly promising, reflecting a paradigm shift in how businesses, investors and society app...[+5399 chars] 2025-01-03T14:58:12 Costco facing MAGA boycott threats over so-called 'illegal discrimination' Lauren Peacock https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/costco-facing-maga-boycott-threats-over-so-called-illegal-discrimination/ar-AA1wUzPz US en Costco rejected a proposal to eliminate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Polices (DEI) in the company. MAGA supporters are angry about the decision and are calling for a boycott of Costco. The board of directors believes that respect and inclusion are two values important to Costco. Costco is facing a possible boycott from MAGA supporters after rejecting a proposal to eliminate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Polices (DEI) in the company. The National Center for Public Policy Res...[+6235 chars] 2025-01-03T14:40:44 Elon Musk calls for release of jailed right-wing activist Russia Today https://www.rt.com/news/610398-elon-musk-tommy-robinson https://mf.b37mrtl.ru/files/2025.01/article/6777f1ba85f54049ec4001b6.jpg RU en Elon Musk has called for the release of Tommy Robinson, a British right-wing activist jailed in October for airing a documentary containing libelous claims about a Syrian refugee. He is an ardent critic of mass immigration and Islam. He was one of the leading voices on the right condemning the so-called 'grooming gangs' scandal, in which men raped and tortured white British girls over the last two decades. Musk also shared a poll showing widespread discontent with Keir Starmer's government. Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk has called for the release of Tommy Robinson, a British right-wing activist jailed in October for airing a documentary containing libelous claims about a Syrian refugee...[+2748 chars] 2025-01-03T14:21:51 ESG in 2025: Significant adaptation in sustainability emerges as business-as-usual Natalie Runyon https://www.thomsonreuters.com/en-us/posts/esg/2025-predictions https://www.thomsonreuters.com/en-us/posts/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2024/12/AdobeStock_530197522_resize.jpg US en In 2025, companies are expected to adapt their approach to environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. The European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) reporting deadline in early 2026 for multinationals and C-Suite decision-makers may bring us closer to the day that sustainable practices are so commonplace in the corporate world that they'll no longer need a separate label. In 2025, companies are expected to undergo significant adaptations in their approach to ESG initiatives, including a shift in focus towards material risks and opportunities, increased importance of co...[+7157 chars] 2025-01-03T14:12:00 /C O R R E C T I O N from source -- Mouvement Desjardins/ Français English Desjardins Group https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/-c-o-r-r-e-c-t-i-o-n-from-source-mouvement-desjardins--814274417.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en Desjardins announces December 2024 cash distributions final amounts for Desjardin's Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). Unitholders of record on December 31, 2024 will receive cash distributions payable in respect of these ETFs on January 8, 2025. In the news release, Desjardins announces December 2024 cash distributions final amounts for Desjardins ETFs, issued 31-Dec-2024 by Desjardins Group over CNW, we are advised by the company that the An...[+5273 chars] 2025-01-03T14:00:24 Sustainability rankings: a guide on universities to avoid? Brianna Mckee https://www.spectator.com.au/2025/01/sustainability-rankings-a-guide-on-universities-to-avoid https://www.spectator.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-89019045.jpg AU en Year 12 students recently received their ATAR scores. 2025 QS World University Rankings on sustainability offers a compelling guide if they are seeking to avoid a university education filled with climate alarmism. QS has helpfully identified which universities have a penchant for political action over academic endeavour. With Year 12 students recently receiving their hard-earned ATAR scores, the 2025 QS World University Rankings on sustainability offers a compelling guide if they are seeking to avoid a university educ...[+287 chars] 2025-01-03T13:49:30 Ogun 2027: Egba Agenda expels factional members Olatunbosun Michael https://theeagleonline.com.ng/ogun-2027-egba-agenda-expels-factional-members https://theeagleonline.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Yemi-Oke-e1735912161905.jpg NG en A group, Egba Lo'kan Agenda 2027, has expelled some members for creating a factional body to undermine the group's mission. The group is a rainbow coalition movement formed to identify and support the emergence of a credible Egba indigene as the governor of Ogun State in 2027. "A group, Egba Lo'kan Agenda 2027, has announced the expulsion of members accused of creating a faction to undermine the group's mission. The expulsion of the members was announced in a statement dated...[+3133 chars]" 2025-01-03T13:00:00 National Bank Investments Announces a Revision to the Annual Reinvested Distribution Amount for the Evovest Global Equity ETF Français Evovest Inc https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/national-bank-investments-announces-a-revision-to-the-annual-reinvested-distribution-amount-for-the-evovest-global-equity-etf-878831917.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en The annual reinvested capital gains and/or net income distribution amount is payable for 2024 to unitholders of the Evovest Global Equity ETF (the 'EVO ETF') has been revised. The ex-dividend, record, and payable dates for the distribution remain unchanged. National Bank Investments Inc. is the Investment Fund Manager of the EVO ETF and Evovst Inc. acts as Portfolio Manager. "MONTREAL, Jan. 3, 2025 /CNW/ - National Bank Investments Inc. (""NBI"" or the ""Investment Fund Manager"") announced today a revision to the annual reinvested capital gains and/or net income distribution ...[+2997 chars]" 2025-01-03T12:58:15 Understanding ESG investing in India https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/lifestyle/understanding-esg-investing-in-india/story https://i.cdn.newsbytesapp.com/images/l11720250103182415.jpeg IN en ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing has become increasingly popular among Indian investors. ESG investing aims to contribute positively to society and the environment. SEBI is actively promoting sustainable investing by mandating listed companies to disclose sustainability efforts. Studies show that over time, ESG investments can match or exceed the performance of conventional ones. "Summarize Next Article Refer to this guide What's the story Over the past few years, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing has become increasingly popular among Indian investors. This ...[+2119 chars]" 2025-01-03T12:47:24 Major U.S. Banks Withdraw from Climate Commitments Amid Political Shifts https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/03/major-u-s-banks-withdraw-from-climate-commitments-amid-political-shifts https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Banks-Celebrate-the-New-Year-by-Quitting-Their-Climate-Pledges.jpeg US en Morgan Stanley, Citigroup, and Bank of America have recently exited the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo had previously announced their departures. This development reflects a broader retreat from environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) initiatives, influenced by recent political changes and mounting criticism from conservative groups. Environmental advocacy groups express disappointment. In a significant shift, several major U.S. banks have announced their withdrawal from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a coalition established to guide financial institutions toward achieving net...[+2725 chars] 2025-01-03T12:38:06 Banks Celebrate the New Year by Quitting Their Climate Pledges https://dnyuz.com/2025/01/03/banks-celebrate-the-new-year-by-quitting-their-climate-pledges https://dnyuz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Banks-Celebrate-the-New-Year-by-Quitting-Their-Climate-Pledges.jpeg US en Some of the world's biggest banks have left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Donald Trump will be inaugurated in less than three weeks. The next administration could empower the anti-ESG crusade with new tools, including Department of Justice probes. Right-wing, climate reactionary governments here and abroad will cheer on companies' efforts to profit off of fossil fuels. The beginning of the year is a chance for a fresh start: to shed bad habits, make good on New Year's resolutions, and turn over a new page. Some of the world's biggest banks, accordingly, rang in 2025...[+3769 chars] 2025-01-03T12:00:13 Here's Why Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Is Among The Stocks Targeted By Activist Hedge Funds Neha Gupta https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-starbucks-corporation-sbux-among-120013463.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/p9DIsZO1kZfb2gl9p4Iicw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/c01dc954f4c5946eab48909aa8a61053 US en Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) is one of the most targeted companies by activist hedge funds. In the first nine months of the year, there were 184 activist hedge fund campaigns up and running, 26% above the four-year average. The rise of so-called ESG investing is another factor contributing to increased shareholder activism. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) stands against the other stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. Shareho...[+6630 chars]" 2025-01-03T11:58:05 Here's Why BP p.l.c. (BP) Is Among The Stocks Targeted By Activist Hedge Funds Neha Gupta https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-bp-p-l-c-115805670.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/v8qmdP5nipPwsIpF1A3WOg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/214afe2e99b20b8c0aa5b186057c3e72 US en BP p.l.c. (NYSE:BP) was one of the stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. In the first nine months of the year, there were 184 activist hedge fund campaigns up and running. The rise of so-called ESG investing is another factor contributing to increased shareholder activism. The most frequent demand of activists is still M&A, but they are more focused on altering a company's board and management. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where BP p.l.c. (NYSE:BP) stands against the other stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. Shareholder activism co...[+6195 chars]" 2025-01-03T11:55:55 Here's Why Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) Is Among The Stocks Targeted By Activist Hedge Funds Neha Gupta https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-autodesk-inc-adsk-among-115555998.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/8Mk1NqousFF1wqNwFvyUZQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/1cf4137236bb3577f03b158e2081f2f7 US en Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) was the subject of an activist hedge fund's letter demanding answers on what was behind an internal financial probe. In the first nine months of the year, 184 activist hedge funds were up and running, 26% above the four-year average. The rise of so-called ESG investing is another factor contributing to increased shareholder activism. Activists only secured 11% of the seats they were vying for in US proxy elections, compared to 65% in 2023. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) stands against the other stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. Shareholder ac...[+6832 chars]" 2025-01-03T11:52:36 Here's Why CVS Health Corporation (CVS) Is Among The Stocks Targeted By Activist Hedge Funds Neha Gupta https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-cvs-health-corporation-cvs-115236903.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/d6hiuhfSWIMOKtD72OdXqQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/4e33e0d1a07889115aefcb74e0ea299f US en CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS) is one of the stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. In the first nine months of the year, 184 activist hedge fund campaigns were up and running, 26% above the four-year average. The rise of so-called ESG investing is another factor contributing to increased shareholder activism. The most frequent demand of activists is still M&A, but they are more focused on altering a company's board and management. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS) stands against the other stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. Sharehold...[+6252 chars]" 2025-01-03T11:50:15 Here's Why Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) Is Among The Stocks Targeted By Activist Hedge Funds Neha Gupta https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-norfolk-southern-corporation-nsc-115015619.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/29uel5uxrgU.Esq1fGG8dw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/376cd4f917a20e344e8bbd9be1510ad4 US en Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:NSC) is one of the stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. In the first nine months of the year, 184 activist hedge fund campaigns were up and running. The rise of so-called ESG investing is another factor contributing to increased shareholder activism. The most frequent demand of activists is still M&A. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:NSC) stands against the other stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. Sha...[+6370 chars]" 2025-01-03T11:47:30 Here's Why Kenvue Inc. (KVUE) Is Among The Stocks Targeted By Activist Hedge Funds Neha Gupta https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-kenvue-inc-kvue-among-114730863.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/x4mB0rJP.ZGQbkEB70YxeA--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/44cb0b0f45ff4cd664ee3d89bdd8eab0 US en Kenvue Inc. (NYSE:KVUE) was targeted by activist hedge funds. In the first nine months of the year, 184 activist hedge fund campaigns were up and running. The rise of so-called ESG investing is another factor contributing to increased shareholder activism. The most frequent demand of activists is still M&A. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Kenvue Inc. (NYSE:KVUE) stands against the other stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. Shareholder activis...[+6246 chars]" 2025-01-03T11:45:11 Here's Why Illumina, Inc. (ILMN) Is Among The Stocks Targeted By Activist Hedge Funds Neha Gupta https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-illumina-inc-ilmn-among-114511700.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/LBf1WdFFimpKvi1KG4RmWg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzM-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/9ad206ec9a2451d4e5113e0eba029f6b US en In the first nine months of the year, there were 184 activist hedge fund campaigns up and running. New activists joined the fray and spearheaded 22% of the campaigns. The rise of so-called ESG investing is another factor contributing to increased shareholder activism. The most frequent demand of activists is still M&A, but they are more focused on altering a company's board and management. "We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ:ILMN) stands against the other stocks targeted by activist hedge funds. Shareholder ac...[+5934 chars]" 2025-01-03T11:32:42 New EU rules to improve gender balance on corporate boards now apply The Sofia Globe Staff https://sofiaglobe.com/2025/01/03/new-eu-rules-to-improve-gender-balance-on-corporate-boards-now-apply https://sofiaglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/business-Carl-Dwyer-freeimages-com-crop.jpg BG en The European Union's Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive entered into application at the end of 2024. It aims for a more balanced gender representation on the boards of listed companies across all EU member states. The share of women on corporate boards is 34 per cent on average in the EU. In 2024, women accounted for 39.6 per cent of the board members of the largest listed companies. The European Union's Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive entered into application at the end of 2024, aiming for a more balanced gender representation on the boards of listed companies across...[+2629 chars] 2025-01-03T11:07:44 3 US Dividend Stocks With Up To 4.8% Yield To Enhance Your Portfolio Simply Wall St https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/3-us-dividend-stocks-4-110744607.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/5b27ddae48f0a4af769bb0a3a077435e US en WesBanco, Columbia Banking System, Peoples Bancorp, Ennis, Citizens & Northern, Premier Financial, Southern Copper Corporation, EOG Resources, and Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son are some of the dividend-paying stocks from our screener. As the U.S. stock market begins 2025 on a challenging note, with major indices extending recent declines, investors are increasingly seeking stability and income through dividend stocks. In a market e...[+5840 chars] 2025-01-03T11:00:00 The Stock Market Is Like a Fashion Show, and Here's One of Its Hot Must-Haves Jonathan Weil https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-stock-market-is-like-a-fashion-show-and-heres-one-of-its-hot-must-haves-54587354 https://images.wsj.net/im-93330171/social US en For SaaS companies, a favorite metric nowadays is something called the 'Rule of 40'. For some companies it has become a big deal to claim membership in the Rule of 40 club, even though it's not a standard definition of what it means, but it's important for management. Like hemlines and haircuts, stocks go in and out of fashion. So do the ways companies communicate their performance to investors. Whatever numbers investors want to see, management will supply them, e...[+391 chars] 2025-01-03T10:12:45 When Should You Buy Sow Good Inc. (NASDAQ:SOWG)? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/buy-sow-good-inc-nasdaq-101245568.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/da713992716ec87035eff27f58858a3e US en Sow Good Inc. (NASDAQ:SOWG) has seen a substantial price increase on the NASDAQCM over the last few months. According to Simply Wall St's price-to-earnings ratio, Sow Good is trading at a cheaper price than the industry average. However, the company has a negative double-digit change in profit expected next year, so near-term growth is not a driver of a buy decision for SOWG. Sow Good Inc. (NASDAQ:SOWG), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial price increase on the NASDAQCM over the last few months. While good news for sharehol...[+3590 chars] 2025-01-03T10:07:57 'From this moment on, aviation will be a greener': SAF Mandate comes into force https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4391942/moment-aviation-greener-saf-mandate-comes-force https://image.chitra.live/api/v1/wps/213cc57/fc3a97e0-03d8-4ebd-99a7-f82c4b8dab84/7/Plane-in-flight-sq-652187874-370x229.jpg GB en The UK's Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandate requires 10% of all jet fuel to be sustainably sourced by 2030. It is one of the first mandates of its kind. It came into force on January 1st this year. It requires 10%, which is the same as the current mandate. The UK's Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Mandate requiring 10 per cent of all jet fuel to be sustainably sourced by 2030 came into force on 1 January. Said to be one of the first mandates of its kind,...[+3 chars] 2025-01-03T09:58:00 EU Gender Balance Rules for Corporate Boards Begin Mirage News https://www.miragenews.com/eu-gender-balance-rules-for-corporate-boards-1386314 https://cdn1.miragenews.com/tmp_cache?cdn=cdn.pixabay.com%2Fphoto%2F2019%2F03%2F15%2F00%2F11%2Fbrussels-4056171_960_720.jpg US en Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive entered into application at the end of 2024. It aims for a more balanced gender representation on the boards of listed companies across all EU Member States. The share of women in corporate boards is 34% on average in the EU. In 2024, women accounted for 39.6% of the board members of the largest listed companies, compared to 33.8% in countries with soft measures. "eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=uriserv%3AOJ.L_.2022.315.01.0044.01.ENG"">Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive entered into application at the end of 2024, aiming for a more balance...[+4342 chars]" 2025-01-03T09:47:06 EasyJet finds way to make its planes even lighter – and it doesn't involve luggage Neil Lancefield https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/easyjet-planes-lighter-paint-orange-b2673210.html https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/02/08/newFile-1.jpg?quality=75&width=1200&auto=webp GB en EasyJet is the first airline to use a lower-weight paint method to reduce its planes' fuel burn. The method, developed with Mankiewicz Aviation Coatings, has been used on 38 easyJet planes so far. It has a weight saving of 27kg per aircraft, which translates to a reduction in fuel burn and a smaller carbon footprint. "EasyJet has found a new way to make its planes even lighter - less paint. The budget airline giant said it has become the world's first airline to use a lower-weight paint method to reduce its planes'...[+2695 chars]" 2025-01-03T08:49:56 Morgan Stanley decides to leave sector climate coalition Reuters https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1268198-morgan-stanley-decides-to-leave-sector-climate-coalition https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/updates/2025-01-03/l_1268198_030126_updates.jpg PK en Morgan Stanley has decided to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. It follows similar moves by Citigroup, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Goldman Sachs. Environmental advocacy group urges New York state to regulate the financial sector and ensure its policies align with climate goals. "LONDON: Bank Morgan Stanley said on Thursday it had decided to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, becoming the latest US lender to quit the sector's top global climate coalition. While the bank gave...[+1292 chars]" 2025-01-03T08:49:53 Morgan Stanley the latest US bank to flee climate coalition ahead of Trump return Elliot Gulliver-Needham https://www.cityam.com/morgan-stanley-the-latest-us-bank-to-flee-climate-coalition-ahead-of-trump-return https://www.cityam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/GettyImages-94144810-e1718619097335.jpg GB en Morgan Stanley is the latest US bank to leave the Net Zero Banking Alliance. Citigroup, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs also left the group earlier this week. The alliance was founded in 2021 with the goal of bringing the financial sector into alignment with the Paris Climate Agreement. Right-wing lawmakers in the US are trying to push banks away from sustainable investing. "A slew of US banks have exited a climate coalition in the days leading up to Donald Trump's presidential inauguration. Yesterday evening, Morgan Stanley became the latest US bank to depart from the Ne...[+2247 chars]" 2025-01-03T08:27:45 HDBank successfully issues $118M in green bonds for eco-friendly projects https://vietnamnews.vn/economy/1690064/hdbank-successfully-issues-118m-in-green-bonds-for-eco-friendly-projects.html https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/1/3/397941_HDB.jpg VN en The Hồ Chí Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank has issued VN3 trillion (US$118 million) in green bonds. The green bonds aim to finance environmentally sustainable projects and promote green economic development with maturities of 2, 3, and 5 years. The bonds have attracted interest from prominent institutional investors. The capital raised from the bonds will be allocated to projects that align with the criteria outlined in HDBank's Sustainable Finance Framework. Customers conduct transactions at an HDBank branch in HCM City. The private lender has issued VNĐ3 trillion (US$118 million) in green bonds to fund eco-friendly projects and promote green economy. — P...[+2743 chars] 2025-01-03T08:14:12 Explained: Why KPI Green Energy shares are down 36% on some trading apps Koustav Das https://www.indiatoday.in/business/story/why-kpi-green-energy-share-price-is-showing-36-decline-on-some-trading-apps-bonus-issue-stmp-2659186-2025-01-03 https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202501/manappuram-finance-share-price-mofsl-has-downgraded-the-stock-to-neutral-with-a-revised-target-pr-214617699-16x9.jpg?VersionId=5fF9FtiMDYiItBJXwVMYWg5N_LjuE3vu IN en KPI Green Energy shares began trading on an ex-bonus basis on Friday following the company's 1:2 bonus share issue. The stock declined 4.44% to trade at Rs 547 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) at 1:40 pm after hitting an intraday low of Rs 548. KPI Green Energy shares began trading on an ex-bonus basis on Friday following the company's 1:2 bonus share issue. The stock declined 4.44% to trade at Rs 547 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) at Rs...[+1551 chars] 2025-01-03T07:14:46 Stock Exchange: New regulation in force-What is provided for free float https://www.naftemporiki.gr/english/1871899/stock-exchange-new-regulation-in-force-what-is-provided-for-free-float https://www.naftemporiki.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/xrimatistirio-9.jpg GR en The new regulation of the Athens Stock Exchange on the dispersion rates of shares in listed companies came into force on January 1. Each company is required to maintain a dispersion rate of at least 25%, when the average capitalization of the previous 6 months is below 200 million euros and at least 15%. The first audit is scheduled for July 1, 2025 and will concern the average free float of the first half of the year (January 1 to June 30, 2025). "The new regulation of the Athens Stock Exchange on the dispersion rates of shares in listed companies came into force on January 1. Specifically, each company is now required to maintain a dispersion ...[+1736 chars]" 2025-01-03T07:00:00 ING determines cash payment per share as part of current distribution ING Group https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ing-determines-cash-payment-per-070000584.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globenewswire.com/dbb3e3305f61e27f9a2b93d8edde2221 US en ING will pay €0.161 per share on 16 January 2025 as part of the up to €2.5 billion distribution to shareholders. The amount per share has been determined based on the total cash payment of €500 million and the 3,096 million ordinary shares outstanding on 31 December 2024. Next to the cash payment, the distribution consists of a share buyback programme which is currently being executed and is expected to end no later than 30 April 2025. "ING determines cash payment per share as part of current distribution ING announced today that it will pay €0.161 per share on 16 January 2025, as part of the up to €2.5 billion distribution to shareh...[+10736 chars]" 2025-01-03T06:12:52 "Bangkok Airways (BA) continues its momentum, ranking as a sustainable stock with a ""SET ESG Ratings"" of BBB and achieving a ""CGR 4 Stars - Very Good"" for the year 2024, reflecting its commitment to..." Plentisoft https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/bangkok-airways-ba-continues-its-momentum-ranking-as-a-sustainable-stock-with-a-set-esg-ratings-of-bbb-and-achieving-a-cgr-4-stars---very-good-for-the-year-2024-reflecting-its-commitment-to-sustainable-business-development-1034173059 https://media.bangkokair.com/uploads/press-release/ranking-as-a-sustainable-stock-with-a-set-esg-ratings-2024_EN.jpg US en "Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited (BA) has been selected as one of the sustainable stocks for 2024 in the ""SET ESG Ratings 2024"" with a BBB rating in the Services sector by the Stock Exchange of Thailand. BA is one of 43 companies in Services sector that passed the evaluation criteria and received a 4-star rating for corporate governance from the Thai Institute of Directors Association." "Bangkok, December 26, 2024 -- Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited (BA) has been selected as one of the sustainable stocks for 2024 in the ""SET ESG Ratings 2024"" with a BBB rating in the Services se...[+1673 chars]" 2025-01-03T05:48:00 We need to give priority to moral consciousness Times https://timesofmalta.com/article/we-need-give-priority-moral-consciousness.1103197 https://cdn-attachments.timesofmalta.com/13d36341acc0954d41af39a7d332ebb44da85acd-1735820329-7abb8529-1200x630.jpg MT en In 2025, we need to give priority to moral consciousness in our economic policies, decisions and actions. This applies to both social and economic policies at both the public and private sector level. In the coming year, we should be more aware of the moral dimension of our economic decisions. "At the start of a new year, we all express our desires for the coming 12 months. Some even make resolutions to improve one or more elements of their behaviour. I believe that in 2025, we need to give ...[+3815 chars]" 2025-01-03T05:47:16 Axis Max Life Insurance Unveils Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund https://www.apnnews.com/axis-max-life-insurance-unveils-sustainable-wealth-50-index-fund https://www.apnnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AMLI-rounded-edge-PNG-1024x645.png IN en Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd. announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund. It will invest in a basket of 50 top-performing stocks based on a proprietary equal weighted factor-based quantitative index. The fund will be available through the Online Savings Plan and Flexi Wealth Advantage Plan. New Delhi : Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd. formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Ltd. ('Axis Max Life'/ 'Company'), announced the launch of Axis Max Life Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund. This fi...[+2402 chars] 2025-01-03T05:39:15 More now, more must come Shervin Media https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2025/01/03/more-now-more-must-come https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/images/2024/10/editorialbig-150x150.jpg GY en The 2016 ExxonMobil oil contract between Guyana and ExxonMobil must be renegotiated. The Oil and Gas Network, a largely overseas-based group of Guyanese have been calling for renegotiation of the ExxonMobil contract. The PPPC Government as led by President Ali and Vice President Jagdeo are under the thumb of ExxonMobil. The leader of the PNCR Opposition, Aubrey Norton, has struck the word renegotiation from his leadership vocabulary. "Editorial… Kaieteur News- The clamor of voices grows stronger. The pressures are gaining traction, with strengthening stride. More frequently now, there is one word that is beginning to light a fire u...[+4173 chars]" 2025-01-03T05:33:04 EVA Air makes its debut in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices Marga Manlapig https://www.traveldailymedia.com/eva-air-makes-its-debut-in-the-dow-jones-sustainability-indices https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-live-traveldailymedia/2025/01/f2f569e4-eva-air-800x520-1.jpg US en EVA Air made its debut on the DJSI Emerging Markets Index. It secured the highest Environmental, Social, and Governance score in the global aviation sector in the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. EVA Air has been integrating Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) into its operations. "EVA Air recently hit a major milestone in its sustainability journey through its debut on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI)'s Emerging Markets Index. Thanks to the airline's industry leaders...[+2062 chars]" 2025-01-03T05:30:00 Coherent Issues Its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report for 2024 Jan. 3, 2025 05:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6006327 https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/ZGEyOWVlMDItOWQwMS00ZDY5LTliY2EtOTQ0NjY1NDM5YTgwLTEwMjgyMzk=/tiny/Coherent-Corp-.png TW en Coherent obtains 78% of its global electricity needs from renewable sources. Coherent became a member in 2024 of the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), the world's largest industry coalition dedicated to responsible business conduct in global supply chains. The company's approach to ESG is essential to its mission of enabling the world to be safer. PITTSBURGH, Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR), a leader in materials, networking, and lasers, today published its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report for FY2...[+1891 chars] 2025-01-03T05:00:00 Jan. 3 - OPINION: Barry LaBov: Culture as a competitive advantage Barry La Bov https://www.fwbusiness.com/columnists/article_7be0bf82-c726-11ef-bd08-6f0cde856f04.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/fwbusiness.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/5/35/53529b74-981b-52ba-80fd-f6a8b5f34938/5f29c112ac1f4.image.jpg?crop=1217%2C639%2C0%2C532&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Jason Lippert is the CEO of a multibillion-dollar company. He talks about the importance of company culture on the Difference Talks podcast. He explains how to create a unique workplace culture that differentiates your company. Barry Labov is a two-time Ernst & Young entrepreneur and inductee into the Entrepreneur Hall of Fame. The most successful, longest-standing companies have learned how to differentiate themselves from the competition — not just in the products they produce or the services they offer, but in how they ru...[+4313 chars] 2025-01-03T02:45:31 Kelly Partners Group Holdings Limited (ASX:KPG) insiders seem bullish, own 51% and have been buying more recently Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/kelly-partners-group-holdings-limited-024531054.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/58df37cadd48c6619bbe022c72dae85c US en Kelly Partners Group Holdings' significant insider ownership suggests inherent interests in company's expansion. The top 2 shareholders own 53% of the company. The CEO Brett Kelly is the largest shareholder with 48%. The second and third largest shareholders hold 5.4% and 1.4%. The general public owns 40%. "Kelly Partners Group Holdings' significant insider ownership suggests inherent interests in company's expansion The top 2 shareholders own 53% of the company Insiders have bought recently If you want ...[+4986 chars]" 2025-01-03T02:44:47 Balancing profit and purpose: a new paradigm for entrepreneurship Mansoor Ahmad https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1267986-balancing-profit-and-purpose-a-new-paradigm-for-entrepreneurship https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-03/l_1267986_074447_updates.jpg PK en Entrepreneurship is no longer just about wealth creation and profitability, but also about social responsibility towards stakeholders and society. Entrepreneurs and investors are driven by financial returns. Some businesses prioritise inclusivity and social responsibility, while others remain largely profit-driven. A shift is emerging among young entrepreneurs in Pakistan. LAHORE: Entrepreneurship is no longer just about wealth creation and profitability; it now encompasses broader responsibilities towards stakeholders and society. While generating profits is essential ...[+5037 chars] 2025-01-03T02:30:00 Angus Woods: Why I fear tillage, beef and sheep sectors will be sacrificial lambs to allow dairy to keep expanding Angus Woods https://www.independent.ie/farming/comment/angus-woods-why-i-fear-tillage-beef-and-sheep-sectors-will-be-sacrificial-lambs-to-allow-dairy-to-keep-expanding/a696831679.html https://focus.independent.ie/thumbor/H-MXvKGUF0Yk8QRu1_-EBeCso4M=/0x72:3028x2090/629x0/prod-mh-ireland/ef3ce8ad-0dac-4ff1-a985-9333696c98d1/5043d5f8-1376-4f7d-83e9-b7ce82f889f9/ef3ce8ad-0dac-4ff1-a985-9333696c98d1.jpg IE en The EU and Ireland's ambition to be carbon neutral by 2050 will only be achieved with the use of financial incentives and major policy changes, according to the European Commission's report on carbon emissions reduction. . i in the report. The EU and Ireland's ambition to be carbon neutral by 2050 will only be achieved with the use of substantial financial incentives and major policy changes. 2025-01-03T02:12:00 MSPO 2.0 reinforces Malaysia's leadership in sustainable palm oil production https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/01/03/mspo-20-reinforces-malaysia039s-leadership-in-sustainable-palm-oil-production---mpoc https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/01/03/3098686.jpg MY en The MSPO 2.0 officially comes into effect on January 1, 2025. It introduces stricter guidelines for sustainability, traceability, and ethical practices in palm oil production. It aligns with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and UN Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). KUALA LUMPUR: The implementation of Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Standard MS2530:2022 (MSPO 2.0) reinforces Malaysia's leadership in sustainable palm oil production and strengthens its positi...[+3534 chars] 2025-01-03T01:47:12 """This year marks the 20th anniversary of GS Group, so let's reawaken the spirit of GS's start-up tha.." Jung Seung Hwan https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11208946 https://wimg.mk.co.kr/news/cms/202501/03/news-p.v1.20250103.c11c2024f87349f0a62ff2c3885f12d9_P1.jpg KR en This year marks the 20th anniversary of GS Group's launch. Chairman Huh Tae-soo personally announced the new year's management policy at a New Year's executive meeting held at GS Tower in Seoul. 2025 is 20th year since GS was separated and launched from LG. Chairman Huh is the grandson of the late GS founder Heo Man-jung. "Chairman Huh's New Year's Management Policy PT Challenging Future Business and M&A 20th anniversary of GS Group's launch this year ""This year marks the 20th anniversary of GS Group, so let's reawaken ...[+2557 chars]" 2025-01-03T01:05:00 Corporations Clinging To DEI Will Lose Social License To Operate Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/corporations-clinging-dei-will-lose-social-license-operate https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-01/437097.jpg?itok=QIe1_xSY BG en In NCPPR v. SEC, the en banc U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit vacated the SEC's approval of Nasdaq's 'Board Diversity Rules' which imposed gender, race and sexual orientation quotas on corporate board membership for Nasdaq-listed companies. Big 5 asset managers BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street, together with proxy advisory firms ISS and Glass Lewis still push corporations to allocate resources on the basis of race and sex. "Authored by Stefan Padfield via RealClearMarkets.com, Americans hate racial discrimination, and they hate inequality borne of government force. However, if you try to solve the problem of inequality b...[+5154 chars]" 2025-01-03T00:34:46 If EPS Growth Is Important To You, PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad (KLSE:PETDAG) Presents An Opportunity Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eps-growth-important-petronas-dagangan-003446221.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/aff3075941a791c07cbf24a6fd76a2ea US en PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad (KLSE:PETDAG) has grown its earnings per share by 28% per year over the last three years. The CEO's salary package is reasonable for a company with a market capitalisation between RM9.0b and RM29b, while the median CEO pay is around RM2.5m. It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story even if these companies are loss-making. But as Peter Lynch said in One Up On Wall ...[+4172 chars] 2025-01-03T00:15:00 Every company needs a sustainability plan: Expert explains why. Julie Hyman https://finance.yahoo.com/video/every-company-needs-sustainability-plan-001500942.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/P4dwOP9VOQV2cCttJ6MLIQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzQ-/https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-01/4335aca0-c95c-11ef-bbef-d8c604fbdf01 US en Sustainability is crucial to long-term success, PA Consulting partner Tony Perrotta tells Josh Lipton and Julie Hyman on Asking for a Trend. Not having a sustainability plan in place means your company will have a higher cost of capital and be more vulnerable to climate change. "Sustainability is crucial to long-term success, PA Consulting sustainability and regenerative economy partner Tony Perrotta tells Josh Lipton and Julie Hyman on Asking for a Trend. ""We don't see [sust...[+793 chars]" 2025-01-03T00:00:00 Climate-related insights will shape ESG and sustainability The Manila Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/03/Climaterelated_insights_will_shape_ESG_and_sustainability https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The future of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations and sustainability practices is increasingly promising. There are several critical climate-related issues that need to be dealt with in the context of these practices, including the need to deal with climate change. THE future of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations and sustainability practices is increasingly promising, reflecting a paradigm shift in how businesses, investors and society app...[+125 chars] 2025-01-03T00:00:00 Leadership transition at Good Life X: Strategic leap into future https://www.ft.lk/business/Leadership-transition-at-Good-Life-X-Strategic-leap-into-future/34-771343 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_59ad6c1170.jpg LK en Good Life X (GLX) welcomes key leadership changes. Emma de Silva will become CEO effective 2 January 2025. Christina Gunasinghe will become Chief Operating Officer. Vihangun Ariyaratne, outgoing COO, will become Director of Strategy and Sustainable Growth. "Good Life X (GLX) has announced a new chapter in its journey as it welcomes key leadership changes that strategically position the organisation for expanded impact and growth. Effective 2 January 2025...[+2975 chars]" 2025-01-03T00:00:00 Three Major Financial Firms Join Exodus from Climate Group, Bringing Total to Five in Past Month Just the News https://theohiostar.com/news/three-major-financial-firms-join-exodus-from-climate-group-bringing-total-to-five-in-past-month/jtnews/2025/01/03 https://theohiostar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cropped-OHIO-STAR-star_-32x32.png US en Citigroup and Bank of America are leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Morgan Stanley is also leaving the group. Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs withdrew from the alliance last month. The exodus comes two years after 19 state attorneys general launched an investigation into these firms for alleged deceptive trade practices. "The new year is starting off with more bad news for environment, social and governance (ESG) investing. Citigroup and Bank of America announced Tuesday that they were leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alli...[+2960 chars]" 2025-01-02T23:06:08 Morgan Stanley Is Latest Bank to Exit UN-backed Climate Group Austin Alonzo https://www.theepochtimes.com/business/morgan-stanley-is-latest-bank-to-exit-un-backed-climate-group-5785320 https://img.theepochtimes.com/assets/uploads/2021/11/29/Morgan-Stanley-700x420.jpg US en Morgan Stanley is the latest major bank to quit the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Citigroup and Bank of America left the alliance on Dec. 31. Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs left in December. 11 state attorneys general filed an anti-trust suit against BlackRock, Vanguard Group and State Street Corp. in November. "Morgan Stanley became the latest major bank to quit the U.N.-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance. On Jan. 2, the New York-based financial services company said it had 'decided to withdraw' from the volun...[+2611 chars]" 2025-01-02T22:52:00 S&P Dow Jones Indices Announces Update to S&P Composite 1500 Market Cap Guidelines S&P Dow Jones Indices https://www.herald-dispatch.com/online_features/press_releases/s-p-dow-jones-indices-announces-update-to-s-p-composite-1500-market-cap-guidelines/article_c39cca82-f047-5645-8acd-783481d079f9.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/herald-dispatch.com/content/tncms/custom/image/82e993e8-fba6-11eb-9b6f-f31780c4da4f.jpg?resize=600%2C315 US en S&P Dow Jones Indices is updating the market capitalization eligibility criteria for additions to the S&P Composite 1500 Indices effective January 2, 2025. The size ranges will be updated as follows: Market capitalization, market value, and market value per share. "NEW YORK, Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices (""S&P DJI"") is updating the market capitalization eligibility criteria for additions to the S&P Composite 1500 Indices. Effective January 2...[+51 chars]" 2025-01-02T21:44:34 Coherent Issues Its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report for 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/03/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/coherent-issues-its-environmental-social-and-governance-esg-report-for-2024/2029664 https://www.manilatimes.net/manilatimes/uploads/images/2025/01/03/504504.png PH en Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR) has published its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report for FY2024. Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies for the industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. PITTSBURGH, Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR), a leader in materials, networking, and lasers, today published its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report for FY2...[+618 chars] 2025-01-02T21:18:58 Living the Change thekatynews https://thekatynews.com/2025/01/02/living-the-change https://thekatynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Living-the-Change.png US en Interfaith group presents the Walk on Earth Gently multifaith statement February – May. Participants will leave with a personal plan to achieve the 50% emissions reduction goal through targeted lifestyle improvements. The program will work individually with participants, on dates and times that work for both them and the facilitator. "Interfaith group presents the Walk on Earth Gently multifaith statement February – May, dates/times vary, online Scientists tell us that we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 (vs....[+1486 chars]" 2025-01-02T21:18:01 Morgan Stanley Latest Wall Street Giant to Ditch Net-Zero Coalition Eloise Goldsmith https://www.commondreams.org/news/morgan-stanley-net-zero https://www.commondreams.org/media-library/morgan-stanley-offices-at-canary-wharf-financial-district-in-london.jpg?id=55448711&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C49%2C0%2C50 US en Morgan Stanley is the latest financial institution to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. The alliance is committed to aligning its activities with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Financial firms have found themselves in the crosshairs of some members of the GOP who argue that corporate efforts to limit fossil fuels run afoul of antitrust law. "On Thursday, the Wall Street titan Morgan Stanley became the latest financial institution to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a United Nations-convened group of banks committed to ""aligning their ...[+2029 chars]" 2025-01-02T20:51:14 Total Voting Rights and Issued Capital Form 6 K (Rio Tinto plc) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/Total_Voting_Rights_and_Issued_Capital_Form_6_K_Rio_Tinto_pl https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/[] US en As of 29 November 2024, Rio Tinto plc has total voting rights and Issued Capital of $1.1 billion and $2 billion as of 2 December 2024, respectively. Rio is reporting this information in accordance with the Financial Conduct Authority's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R. ) Total Voting Rights and Issued Capital2 December 2024In accordance with the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R, Rio Tinto plc notifies the market th...[+37 chars] 2025-01-02T20:23:33 Morgan Stanley joins Goldman Sachs, Citi in exodus from UN-backed climate alliance Taylor Herzlich https://nypost.com/2025/01/02/business/morgan-stanley-joins-goldman-sachs-citi-in-exodus-from-climate-alliance https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/96113901.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024 US en Morgan Stanley is leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a UN-backed climate alliance. It joins Goldman Sachs and Citi in ditching the group amid conservative backlash toward environmental and diversity initiatives. In November, Texas led a lawsuit of 11 Republican states against BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street. Morgan Stanley said on Thursday it had decided to leave a UN-backed climate alliance — joining rivals Goldman Sachs and Citi in ditching the group amid conservative backlash toward environmental and d...[+4276 chars] 2025-01-02T20:02:29 What Is Shaver Shop Group Limited's (ASX:SSG) Share Price Doing? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/shaver-shop-group-limiteds-asx-200229737.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/c6e5788321104192c94e273fc848befb US en Shaver Shop Group Limited (ASX:SSG) saw a decent share price growth of 11% on the ASX over the last few months. The company is trading around its 52-week high. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 11.48x is below the industry average of 18.59x. Its profit is expected to grow by 26% over the next couple of years. It's not too late to buy SSG. Shaver Shop Group Limited (ASX:SSG), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a decent share price growth of 11% on the ASX over the last few months. The recent jump in the share price has meant tha...[+3813 chars] 2025-01-02T19:15:00 What Your Gen Z Workers Really Want In 2025 Mark C. Perna https://www.forbes.com/sites/markcperna/2025/01/02/what-your-gen-z-workers-really-want-in-2025 https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6772f488ee7a7de34d9a4b86/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en Gen Z wants corporate transparency, mental health support and technology adoption in the workplace. Gen Z wants to be part of the conversation and make an impact. They want to have a clear set of values which are lived and appreciated from business leaders. They also want their voice to be considered when making decisions. "Corporate transparency, mental health and technology adoption are top of mind for the young workforce this year. Here's why. Gen Z wants what all generations want at work Every year, more Gen Zers tak...[+6828 chars]" 2025-01-02T19:04:01 Morgan Stanley Latest Major US Bank To Desert Global Climate Alliance Slashdot https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/4017487/morgan-stanley-latest-major-us-bank-to-desert-global-climate-alliance.html https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/favicon.ico NG en Morgan Stanley withdrew from the UN-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance on Thursday. It's the fifth major U.S. bank to leave the coalition in recent weeks. It follows similar moves by Citigroup, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo. The bank's exit comes amid mounting Republican scrutiny of Wall Street's climate policies. Morgan Stanley withdrew from the UN-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance on Thursday, becoming the fifth major U.S. bank to abandon the climate coalition in recent weeks. The departure follows similar mov...[+542 chars] 2025-01-02T19:00:00 Bank of America joins Wells Fargo, other U.S. lenders in departing global climate group Symone Graham https://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/news/2025/01/02/bank-of-america-leaves-net-zero-banking-alliance.html https://media.bizj.us/view/img/12545784/comms-20220612-extfinancialctr-fc-25-850lowres*1200xx1280-720-0-82.jpg US en Bank of America Corp. has left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a global coalition of banks committed to supporting net-zero emissions goals through their lending activities. Similar decisions were made by Citigroup, Goldman Sachs Group, Wells Fargo & Co. and Morgan Stanley. BofA's exit occurs as U.S. financial institutions face pressure over potential legal risks and financial consequences tied to involvement in climate-focused initiatives. Charlotte-based Bank of America Corp. (NYSE: BAC) this week said it has left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a United Nations-backed global coalition of banks committed to supporting net-zero emissions...[+1642 chars] 2025-01-02T18:37:55 Green Investment Coalition Loses Major US Lenders As Trump's White House Return Looms Large Nick Pope https://dailycaller.com/2025/01/02/green-investment-coalition-loses-major-lenders https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-1716916368-scaled-e1735840815262.jpg US en Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo, Citi, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo have all withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a coalition of major banks committed to aligning their investments with fighting climate change. The reasons for the withdrawals have not been disclosed, but the incoming Trump administration's likely opposition to certain forms of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) investing could be a factor. A United Nations-backed coalition of major banks committed to aligning their investments with fighting climate change is falling apart just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump is sworn into offi...[+3731 chars] 2025-01-02T18:04:39 Wall Street Exits Climate Alliance: Business Trumps Activism Rocco Caldero https://www.riotimesonline.com/wall-street-exits-climate-alliance-business-trumps-activism https://www.riotimesonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GettyImages-1451116714_qQY8atC.webp BR en Citigroup, Bank of America, and Morgan Stanley have recently exited the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo's earlier departures reflect growing skepticism towards top-down climate policies. The banks cite the need for flexibility in setting their own climate goals as a key reason for leaving the alliance. "Major U.S. banks are stepping back from global climate initiatives. This marks a significant shift in the financial sector's approach to environmental policies. Citigroup, Bank of America, and Morgan ...[+1746 chars]" 2025-01-02T17:53:21 Major U.S. Banks Withdraw from Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) Julianna Frandle https://www.iwf.org/2025/01/02/major-u-s-banks-withdraw-from-net-zero-banking-alliance-nzba https://www.iwf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/businesses-use-smartphones-with-online-banking-digital-technology-mobile-banking-for-shopping.jpg_s1024x1024wisk20cpBMcF44hVSu_nNXgwZnbkcgMNsZWaQZb7jWllve6vUE.jpg GB en Morgan Stanley, Citi, and Bank of America have withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo formally exited NZBA last month. This development is largely attributed to the successful Republican-led pushback to the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) efforts and a renewed interest in fossil fuel investments. "With the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) movement losing support, major U.S. banks are withdrawing their membership from outfits like the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). Morgan Stanley, ...[+2415 chars]" 2025-01-02T17:49:08 Open Letter to Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) LJDemissie https://zehabesha.com/open-letter-to-ethiopian-securities-exchange-esx https://zehabesha.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/EESX.jpg US en LJDemissie is concerned about Ato Zemedeneh Negatu's recent public communications related to ESX's activities. He is a board member of ESX and has been promoting the company's activities on his Twitter account. He asks questions about the role of the board members in public communication and the organization's communication strategy. "By LJDemissie January 02, 2025 Dear CEO Tilahun E. Kassahun and the ESX Board, I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address some observations and concerns regarding the recent public com...[+2629 chars]" 2025-01-02T17:35:00 ‘Climate justice' group calls on Northwestern University to become ‘fossil free campus' Elad Vaida https://www.campusreform.org/article/climate-justice-group-calls-northwestern-university-become-fossil-free-campus/27222 https://img.campusreform.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJjYW1wdXMucmVmb3JtIiwia2V5IjoiMjcyMjIvYzdjYzQ0MmItNjNjMy00OTlkLWFlOTctYjFkZjQ5MWE3NWZiLmpwZWciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJncmF5c2NhbGUiOmZhbHNlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEwMDB9fX0= US en Radical environmentalist group at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, is pushing the school to adopt an even more radically green agenda. Fossil Free Northwestern wants the university to divest its endowment from fossil fuels and reinvest in the Evanston community and in life-giving institutions. The group claims that Northwestern is the No. 1 source of direct greenhouse gas emissions. "A radical environmentalist group at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, is pushing the school to adopt an even more radically green agenda. The group, 'Fossil Free Northwestern,' calls itse...[+1921 chars]" 2025-01-02T17:30:33 Morgan Stanley Becomes Latest Bank To Ditch Progressive Climate Change Agenda Blake Mauro https://freebeacon.com/latest-news/morgan-stanley-becomes-latest-bank-to-ditch-progressive-climate-change-agenda https://freebeacon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/morgan-stanley-reports-55-percent-increase-in-quarterly-profits-scaled-e1735836980218.jpg US en Morgan Stanley is the latest U.S. bank to suspend its commitment to the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a progressive climate program aimed at curbing all greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Republican state attorneys general have increased pressure on top American lenders over their membership in the progressive group. Morgan Stanley became the latest U.S. bank to suspend its commitment to the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, a U.N. progressive climate program aimed at curbing all greenhouse gas emissions—including CO2—by...[+1378 chars] 2025-01-02T17:26:50 Morgan Stanley to exit global climate coalition The Hill https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/Morgan_Stanley_to_exit_global_climate_coalition https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/[] US en Morgan Stanley has decided to withdraw from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. The alliance aims to target net-zero emissions through lending and investment. Morgan Stanley's commitment to net- zero remains unchanged. It aims to contribute to real-economy decarbonization by providing clients with the advice and capital required to transform business models and reduce carbon intensity. Morgan Stanley on Thursday announced its departure from a coalition of banks that aims to target net-zero emissions through lending and investment, the fifth group to do so in recent weeks.'Morgan Sta...[+348 chars] 2025-01-02T17:21:01 Three major financial firms join exodus from climate group, bringing total to five in past month https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/energy/three-major-financial-firms-join-exodus-climate-group-bringing-total-five https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2022-01/GettyImages-1328720676.jpg?h=199d8c1f&itok=U92l9mb7 US en Citigroup and Bank of America are leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Morgan Stanley is also leaving the group. Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs withdrew from the alliance last month. 19 state attorneys general launched an investigation into these firms for alleged deceptive trade practices connected to environment, social and governance investing. "The new year is starting off with more bad news for environment, social and governance (ESG) investing. Citigroup and Bank of America announced Tuesday that they were leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alli...[+815 chars]" 2025-01-02T17:20:00 """Another ESG Rat Jumps Ship"": Morgan Stanley Quits Net-Zero Banking Alliance Ahead Of Trump 2.0" Tyler Durden https://www.zerohedge.com/political/another-esg-rat-jumps-ship-morgan-stanley-quits-net-zero-banking-alliance-amid-esg https://assets.zerohedge.com/s3fs-public/styles/16_9_max_700/public/2025-01/2025-01-02_10-56-20.png?itok=Wvzcn8k7 BG en Morgan Stanley is the latest Wall Street firm to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs left NZBA early last month. Citigroup Inc. and Bank of America announced they had left earlier this week. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued BlackRock, State Street Corporation and Vanguard Group for anticompetitive trade practices. The US could be in the very early stages of recovery after a decade of toxic ESG and Net Zero initiatives, widely criticized as one of the biggest financial and ideological blunders in a generation. W...[+3022 chars] 2025-01-02T17:10:00 Investing in Gender Equality Offers a Bridge to a Healthier and More Stable Future Green Money Journal https://finance.yahoo.com/news/investing-gender-equality-offers-bridge-171000325.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/accesswire.ca/ec2491f70c2137559e37fa625d04314a US en Margret Trilli is CEO of ImpactAssets. She believes that impact investing is an indispensable component of a larger solution to gender inequality. Margret's company focuses on advancing economic inclusion, delivering products and services that improve lives and outcomes and increasing representation and voice. "NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 2, 2025 / GreenMoney Journal by Margret Trilli, CEO & Chief Investment Office of ImpactAssets For impact investors, the question is not why gender equality matte...[+1679 chars]" 2025-01-02T16:59:20 Morgan Stanley to exit global climate coalition Zack Budryk https://www.yahoo.com/news/morgan-stanley-exit-global-climate-165920993.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_hill_articles_341/28134cfc325b26d4c2a1448dc81ca57d US en Morgan Stanley has withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. The alliance aims to target net-zero emissions through lending and investment. It follows the earlier withdrawals of Citigroup, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo. It comes before a Republican trifecta is set to take office in Washington and environmental and sustainable governance initiatives are likely to be in its crosshairs. "Morgan Stanley on Thursday announced its departure from a coalition of banks that aims to target net-zero emissions through lending and investment, the fifth group to do so in recent weeks. 'Morgan St...[+1904 chars]" 2025-01-02T16:47:59 Green banking alliance on the rocks as Morgan Stanley exits Maydeen Merino https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3274173/green-banking-alliance-on-rocks-morgan-stanley-exits https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AP23139594036968.webp US en Morgan Stanley is leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. The alliance organizes banks to align on reducing their carbon emissions, on net, to zero by 2050. Several other banks, including Citigroup, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, and Wells Fargo, are also leaving the group. "A major green banking group is in trouble after Morgan Stanley announced its exit, joining a long list of big banks to leave the group before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. Morgan Stanley ...[+1529 chars]" 2025-01-02T16:42:08 ‘Need to create biofuel supply chains to replace coal in textile mills': Shahi Exports' Anant Ahuja Aggam Walia https://indianexpress.com/article/business/shahi-exports-anant-ahuja-biofuel-supply-chains-replace-coal-textile-mills-9757084 https://images.indianexpress.com/2025/01/Anant-Ahuja.jpg IN en Shahi Exports is one of India's largest apparel exporters, supplying major fashion brands in the US and Europe. It is publishing a sustainability report for the third year in a row. Shahi's mills and factories sourced 65 per cent of their electricity from renewables in FY24, targeting 100 per cent by FY27. Most of the company's on-site energy generation is in the form of thermal energy generated by burning coal. The industry is heavily water-intensive. Shahi Exports, one of India's largest apparel exporters, employs over one lakh people across eight states, supplying major fashion brands in the US and Europe. With sustainability standards set to def...[+4715 chars] 2025-01-02T16:41:07 EmiratesGBC in deal to advance UAE sustainable urban development https://tradearabia.com/news/CONS_429758.html https://tradearabia.com/source/2025/01/02/emgreen8.jpg?09:08:47pm BH en Emirates Green Building Council and Global Green Growth Institute have signed a MoU for joint collaboration on promoting sustainable, climate-resilient, inclusive, and green urban development in the UAE. The agreement aims to enhance green growth efforts and urban sustainability initiatives in the country and accelerate the country's progress towards its Net Zero by 2050 commitments. The Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC) and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) have signed a MoU for joint collaboration on promoting sustainable, climate-resilient, inclusive, and gre...[+2957 chars] 2025-01-02T16:34:14 Wall Street banks exit climate alliance as Trump 2.0 nears David Hollerith https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wall-street-banks-exit-climate-alliance-as-trump-20-nears-163413337.html https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2025-01/b8af4520-c922-11ef-afff-711f7bfd038b US en Morgan Stanley is the latest bank to withdraw from the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). It follows recent departures from Citigroup, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs and others. The NZBA was formed in 2021 as part of the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero. The House Judiciary Committee led by Ohio Republican Jim Jordan has criticized financial environmental alliances. "Some of the biggest lenders in the US are beating a retreat from a UN-backed bank climate group in the final weeks before a new Trump administration prepares to take office. The latest big bank to ann...[+3063 chars]" 2025-01-02T16:28:01 Morgan Stanley to Leave Sector Climate Coalition https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/morgan-stanley-climate-coalitiion/2025/01/02/id/1193631 https://www.newsmax.com/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?guid=e63d5e16-c12b-48bd-abe0-9130318367e6&SiteName=Newsmax US en Morgan Stanley has quit the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. It is the latest U.S. bank to do so. Environmental advocacy group urges New York state to regulate the financial sector to ensure its policies align with climate goals. It follows similar moves by Citigroup, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs. "Investment bank Morgan Stanley said Thursday it had decided to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, becoming the latest U.S. lender to quit the sector's top global climate coalition. While the bank ga...[+1238 chars]" 2025-01-02T16:05:42 Morgan Stanley Follows Citi, BofA in Quitting Climate Group Saijel Kishan https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/morgan-stanley-follows-citi-bofa-in-quitting-climate-group/ar-AA1wQRTk US en Morgan Stanley is leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Citi and BofA are also quitting the alliance. Other banks that have recently quit NZBA include Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Wells Fargo & Co. The defections are playing out against a tense political backdrop in the US. (Bloomberg) -- Morgan Stanley terminated its membership of a major climate-banking group, joining a wave of Wall Street firms that recently quit a global alliance intended to aid the reduction of gree...[+3691 chars] 2025-01-02T15:58:00 DSV, 1147 DSV A/S https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/dsv-1147-major-shareholder-announcement-155800920.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/globe_newswire_uk_374/910113836e7c039f513cbd29d8acf256 US en As of 23 December 2024, BlackRock directly or indirectly controls 5.90% of the entire share capital and voting rights of DSV A/S (DSV) as of 27 December 2024. BlackRock controls 14,158,223 shares/voting rights and other financial instruments in DSV. "Company Announcement No. 1147 Pursuant to section 30 of the Danish Capital Markets Act it is hereby announced that BlackRock, Inc. (BlackRock) has informed DSV A/S (DSV) that BlackRock has changed its...[+1552 chars]" 2025-01-02T15:30:00 Syensqo - Participation notification by BlackRock Inc. Jan. 2, 2025 15:30 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6005800 https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/media/Y2Y3NTQzN2EtNDRhYy00ZjIxLTk3MmYtMGJlZGQxYTE2YmMzLTEyNzYzNDk=/tiny/Syensqo-SA.png TW en BlackRock Inc. sent Syensqo the transparency notifications indicating that it crossed the threshold of 3%. The disclosure obligation arose due to voting rights attached to shares for BlackRock, Inc. going below 3%. Syensquyo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. "Participation notification by BlackRock Inc. Brussels, Belgium – January 2, 2025 - 8:30 CET According to Belgian transparency legislation (Law of May 2, 2007), BlackRock Inc. (12 Throgmorton Avenue, L...[+2007 chars]" 2025-01-02T15:26:05 Citi, BofA bolt Net-Zero alliance as anti-ESG backlash grows Reuters https://www.dallasnews.com/business/banking/2025/01/02/citi-bofa-bolt-net-zero-alliance-as-anti-esg-backlash-grows https://dmn-dallas-news-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/3KBF3USWQR7AS43AKACZ27NZFY.jpg?auth=d38acf18ffed57b3e6448f437200cc5d9fc0ce517b54b37a18142afc8155eaba&height=630&width=1200&smart=true&quality=80 US en Citigroup and Bank of America are leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. The alliance aims to bring down carbon emissions from the lending and investment portfolios of its members to zero on a net basis by 2050. Republican policymakers are opposed to limiting the financing of fossil fuels. "U.S. banks Citigroup and Bank of America said on Tuesday they are exiting the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a group of global banks that have pledged to They follow Advertisement However, they hav...[+654 chars]" 2025-01-02T15:14:09 Singapore equities market: Review group studying how to tap seed money, get growth firms to list CNA https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/st38-41-amend-sgx-silver-jubilee-4835316 https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--r5usRB8q--/f_auto,q_auto/c_fill,g_auto,h_676,w_1200/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2025/01/02/1735830735-image.jpg?itok=kX5GALBs SG en Singapore is looking to strengthen its equities market by attracting more private investment and getting companies with high potential to grow fast to list on the bourse. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong said this at the SGX Group's 25th anniversary event, which also marks the first trading day of the year. Singapore is looking at how to strengthen its equities market by attracting more private investment and getting companies with high potential to grow fast, like those in fintech and sustainability, to...[+481 chars] 2025-01-02T15:04:00 Taiwan enterprises call for cross-party talks to boost economy Jan. 2, 2025 15:04 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6005785 https://image.taiwannews.com.tw/2024%2F09%2F20%2Fc08f3a726c934b64b37366cc1a6a73e0.jpg TW en National Association of Small and Medium Enterprises Chair Lee Yu-chia called for cross-party dialogue to promote Taiwan's economic development. Environment ministry announced carbon fee rates in October, with enforcement beginning on Wednesday. Businesses with annual greenhouse gas emissions exceeding 25,000 tonnes are required to conduct carbon footprint verification. "TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — National Association of Small and Medium Enterprises Chair Lee Yu-chia (李育家) called for cross-party dialogue Wednesday to promote Taiwan's economic development. Taiwan has more ...[+1214 chars]" 2025-01-02T15:00:00 Voting Rights and Capital https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6005775 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en ICG Enterprise Trust plc (the 'Company') has 72,913,000 Ordinary shares in issue, of which 8,517,808 were held in Treasury. The total number of voting rights in the Company is 64,395,192. This figure may be used by Shareholders to determine if they are required to notify their interest in the company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. "ICG Enterprise Trust plc (the 'Company') 2 January 2025 Total Voting Rights In accordance with the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R, the Company announces as follows. At the clos...[+713 chars]" 2025-01-02T14:22:40 Sebi clubs fund diversion, disclosure violation probes against ZEE, Punit Goenka and Subhash Chandra Neha Joshi https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/sebi-zee-punit-goenka-subhash-chandra-fund-diversion-disclosure-violation-investigations-11735824784831.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/02/1600x900/2-0-1275529496-punitgoenka2-0_1679599960353_1735827548393.JPG IN en Sebi has dropped proceedings against Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL), its chief executive Punit Goenka and former chairman Subhash Chandra over allegations of fund diversion and violation of disclosure requirements. The Securities and Exchange Board of India will now investigate the allegations together. The capital market regulator on Thursday clubbed proceedings against Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL), its chief executive Punit Goenka and former chairman Subhash Chandra over allegations of ...[+1832 chars] 2025-01-02T14:21:18 Hindustan Zinc ranks as the World's Most Sustainable Metals & Mining company for the 2nd consecutive year Bhupendra Singh Chundawat https://udaipurkiran.com/hindustan-zinc-ranks-as-the-worlds-most-sustainable-metals-mining-company-for-the-2nd-consecutive-year https://udaipurkiran.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Hindustan-Zinc.jpg IN en The company scored 86 points, highest among 248 companies in the metals & mining sector on the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024. Hindustan Zinc Limited is India's largest and the world's second-largest integrated zinc producer. The company commands over 75% primary zinc market share in India and is the third-largest silver producer in the world. "The company scored 86 points, highest among 248 companies in the metals & mining sector on the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024 The company aims to become Net Zero by 2050 or sooner...[+5098 chars]" 2025-01-02T14:10:00 Axis Max Life Insurance unveils Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund Uniindia News Service http://www.uniindia.com/news/business-economy/axis-max-life-insurance-unveils-sustainable-wealth-50-index-fund/3358808.html https://www.uniindia.com/cms/gall_content/2025/1/2025_1$largeimg02_Jan_2025_201041500.jpg IN en Axis Max Life Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund has been launched. The customised index will be computed and maintained by NSE Indices Limited and intends to invest in cash flow generating companies for their growth. The fund leverages the power of a factor-based index that identifies companies with robust cash flows. "Kolkata, Jan 2 (UNI) Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd., formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company, has announced the launch of Axis Max Life Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund. This first-of-its-kind cust...[+1025 chars]" 2025-01-02T14:04:30 NGX Unveils Results Of Annual Market Indices Review New Telegraph-Admin https://newtelegraphng.com/ngx-unveils-results-of-annual-market-indices-review https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/NGX.jpg NG en The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited has disclosed the outcomes of its comprehensive annual review of key market indices. The review became effective at the start of trading on Thursday, January 2, 2025. The indices recalibrated semi-annually on the first business days of January and July reflect the evolving dynamics of the capital market. NGX has also introduced the Equity-Based Commodity Index. "Share The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited has disclosed the outcomes of its comprehensive annual review of key market indices, a move set to redefine the landscape for investors. The indices reviewed ...[+1617 chars]" 2025-01-02T13:12:00 HKEX's new rule to propel gender diversity takes effect The Standard https://www.thestandard.com.hk/breaking-news/section/2/224384/HKEX's-new-rule-to-propel-gender-diversity-takes-effect https://www.thestandard.com.hk/images/TSOG2.png HK en Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing's (0388) rule to propel gender diversity in companies' boards has taken effect since the beginning of this year. The rules required listed companies to have at least one director of different genders. However, as of the end of 2024, there were still 85 listed companies that had not met the requirements. Most of them temporarily deviated from the regulations, as female directors appointed in the past three years had left office and companies couldn't appoint new female directors. "Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing's (0388) rule to propel gender diversity in companies' boards has taken effect since the beginning of this year. The rules required listed companies to have at least o...[+669 chars]" 2025-01-02T13:10:54 Understanding the Investment Approach of the Axis Max Life Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund Focus https://www.livemint.com/focus/understanding-the-investment-approach-of-the-axis-max-life-sustainable-wealth-50-index-fund-11723636169720.html https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2025/01/02/1600x900/LIvemint_cover_1735821141734_1735821146009.jpg IN en Axis Max Life Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund tracks the NSE 500 Nifty 500 Equal Weight Index. The index selects 50 stocks based on Free Cash Flow Yield and Dividend Yield. The fund's portfolio allocation is designed for diversification: Equity: 80% to 100%, Cash & Money Market Instruments: Up to 20%, Government Securities & Debt: Nil. Back-tested data shows the fund's performance over various time periods. When markets face turbulence and equity performance falters, some stocks demonstrate resilience by maintaining steady growth. The Axis Max Life Sustainable Wealth 50 Index Fund is designed to identify...[+3907 chars] 2025-01-02T13:04:30 Morgan Stanley to leave sector climate coalition Reuters https://finance.yahoo.com/news/morgan-stanley-leave-sector-climate-130430083.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters-finance.com/04928dc89ccd4a3e051dfbdaf6e361ac US en "Morgan Stanley has decided to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. It is the latest U.S. lender to quit the top global climate coalition. Republican politicians have criticized the coalition's membership. Morgan Stanley's commitment to helping the world transition to net-zero carbon emissions ""remains unchanged""." LONDON (Reuters) - Investment bank Morgan Stanley said on Thursday it had decided to leave the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, becoming the latest U.S. lender to quit the sector's top global climate coalit...[+874 chars] 2025-01-02T12:53:58 Shropshire report assesses environmental impact Matthew Panter https://www.shropshirestar.com/news/business/business-events/2025/01/02/shropshire-report-assesses-environmental-impact https://www.shropshirestar.com/resizer/v2/https%3A%2F%2Fcontentstore.nationalworld.com%2Fimages%2Fcf22d7eb-7b6d-4913-a21c-bb8d1b6048e8.jpg?auth=5162edcb05872492eeec52535795eb9416cb114e0189a9a7b6f74e23e054b598&width=1200 GB en GrowRoom's study looked at the environmental impact of B-Corp certified organisations with a headcount of 10 or more. It found that 5% of the B-Corps tested emitted 255,780kg of CO2 per year. 33% of them did not use green hosting. GrowRoom offers a free website carbon reduction service. The aim of the study, by SEO Director and co-founder of GrowRoom Will Bourne, was to highlight the environmental impact of these companies' websites and encourage B-Corps to make reducing the environm...[+2042 chars] 2025-01-02T12:48:13 Sebi Deepens Investigation into ZEEL's Listing Violation Allegations Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/3213070-sebi-deepens-investigation-into-zeels-listing-violation-allegations https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/devnews/23_10_2024_20_53_25_0001321.jpg?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sebi has issued a fresh show cause notice to Subhash Chandra, the founder chairman of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL), along with his son Punit Goenka. This comes as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged violations of listing norms by the media company. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) announced on Thursday its decision to issue a fresh show cause notice to Subhash Chandra, the founder chairman of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (Z...[+778 chars] 2025-01-02T12:45:33 Investing in Graco (NYSE:GGG) five years ago would have delivered you a 69% gain Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/investing-graco-nyse-ggg-five-124533585.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4afa9747177650711578ccd57242a6b7 US en Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) has a share price rise of 59% over five years, but the market return is only 1.1%. Over half a decade, Graco managed to grow its earnings per share at 7.6% a year. The company has provided shareholders with an annual TSR of 11% over the last five years. The dividends paid by the company have boosted the total shareholder return by 2.3%. The main point of investing for the long term is to make money. But more than that, you probably want to see it rise more than the market average. But Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) has fallen short of that se...[+3488 chars] 2025-01-02T12:32:00 Sebi accepts ICEX's request to voluntarily surrender licence Express News Service https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2025/Jan/02/sebi-accepts-icexs-request-to-voluntarily-surrender-licence https://media.assettype.com/TNIE%2Fimport%2F2022%2F9%2F5%2Foriginal%2FSebi_building-PTI_1-.jpg?w=1200&ar=40%3A21&auto=format%2Ccompress&ogImage=true&mode=crop&enlarge=true&overlay=false&overlay_position=bottom&overlay_width=100 IN en Sebi has accepted the request of Indian Commodity Exchange (ICEX) to surrender its licence and recognition. Sebi passed the order on 10 December 2024. ICEX was granted recognition as a commodity derivatives exchange in 2009. In 2022, Sebi withdrew the recognition due to non-compliance with the minimum net worth requirement. In February 2023, ICEX approached Sebi seeking relaxation in norms related to its ownership structure. Its shareholders approved the surrender of its recognition in May 2023. MUMBAI: Nearly two years after the Indian Commodity Exchange (ICEX) requested the Securities and Exchange Board (Sebi) to voluntarily surrender its licence and recognition, the regulator has accepted ...[+2394 chars] 2025-01-02T12:30:05 Battery X Metals Announces Grant of Restricted Share Units ACCESSWIRE https://www.eagletribune.com/region/battery-x-metals-announces-grant-of-restricted-share-units/article_c366b628-8bee-5424-ab7c-50a133ecde3a.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/e/d4/ed423b5a-c713-5407-9848-88b70af8fa97/677688be3422b.image.jpg?crop=1440%2C756%2C0%2C342&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Battery X Metals Inc. has granted a total of 1,794,000 restricted share units to certain directors, officers and consultants effective January 1, 2025. The grant is outside of the Equity Incentive Plan dated May 7, 2024. "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / January 2, 2025 / Battery X Metals Inc. (CSE:BATX)(OTCQB:BATXF)(FSE:R0W, ...[+311 chars]" 2025-01-02T12:29:03 Siemens' (ETR:SIE) Dividend Will Be Increased To €5.20 Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/siemens-etr-sie-dividend-increased-122903229.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/c04264d0c45c56b4089c43e2f80ca57c US en Siemens Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SIE) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 18th of February to €5.20. Based on this payment, the dividend yield for the company will be 2.8%, which is fairly typical for the industry. The last dividend was easily covered by Siemens' earnings. The company has seen EPS rising for the last five years, at 13% per year. Siemens Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SIE) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 18th of February to €5.20. Based on this payment, the dividend yie...[+2993 chars] 2025-01-02T12:01:57 NMG Pays Accrued Interests Business Wire https://www.eagletribune.com/region/nmg-pays-accrued-interests/article_7c02474c-a888-542f-8a0d-39a57bc7a159.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/eagletribune.com/content/tncms/custom/image/ae213140-df8c-11e7-b06d-b798580d75a5.jpg?resize=600%2C333 US en Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. announces the payment of accrued interests as part of a previously announced private placement. NMG is listed on the NYSE and TSX and NOU is traded on the NOU exchange. For confidential support call the company on 1-800-847-8255 or visit its website. Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. ('NMG' or the 'Company') ( NYSE: NMG, TSX.V: NOU) announces the payment of accrued interests as part of a previously announced private placement. 2025-01-02T11:50:01 Announcement – Discloseable Transaction – Disposal of the Alibaba Sale Shares in Sun Art Form 6 K (Alibaba Group Holding Ltd) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/Announcement_Discloseable_Transaction_Disposal_of_the_Alibab https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/[] US en Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited take no responsibility for the contents of this announcement. They make no representation as to its accuracy or completeness and expressly disclaim the Adjusted EBITDA High Limit.   )Exhibit 99.1Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited take no responsibility for the contents of this announcement, make no representation as to its accurac...[+71 chars] 2025-01-02T11:43:39 The Year That Might Have Been FPJ Bureau https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/the-year-that-might-have-been https://media.assettype.com/freepressjournal/2024-12-18/3jzd3dck/M__Damodaranzzzz.png IN en The developments in Byju's suggest several lessons for the observers of the corporate scene. Having on board the big names from the private equity space is not necessarily a guarantee for continued success. Having a strong Board of Directors, consisting of persons willing and able to ask the right questions is a positive. Delisting by itself, for the right reasons, cannot be questioned, but the steps contemplated and taken should meet the tests of perception and credibility. "By M. Damodaran, Chairperson, Excellence Enablers, Former Chairman, SEBI, UTI, IDBI 2025 is here. We wish our readers a very Happy New Year. 'What if'. These two words best capture the thoughts that f...[+17745 chars]" 2025-01-02T11:41:10 Eshallgo Inc. (NASDAQ:EHGO) Is Going Strong But Fundamentals Appear To Be Mixed : Is There A Clear Direction For The Stock? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/eshallgo-inc-nasdaq-ehgo-going-114110156.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/87f86d67f70d157eca05eb96a578e56f US en Eshallgo's (NASDAQ:EHGO) stock increased by 94% over the past three months. The company's ROE is 4.9%, which is below the industry average of 12%. Eshallgo doesn't pay regular dividends, so it's probably not retaining all of its profits. Most readers would already be aware that Eshallgo's (NASDAQ:EHGO) stock increased significantly by 94% over the past three months. But the company's key financial indicators appear to be differing acr...[+3999 chars] 2025-01-02T11:30:14 85 Hong Kong-listed companies miss deadline to put women on boards Enoch Yiu https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3293192/85-hong-kong-listed-companies-miss-deadline-put-women-boards https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/styles/og_image_scmp_generic/public/d8/images/canvas/2025/01/02/0a8f55e4-aceb-4b0c-a99f-c8d814085514_198c4894.jpg?itok=5B7NnF_E&v=1735815024 HK en 85 Hong Kong-listed companies have failed to comply with the rule that requires them to have at least one woman on their boards of directors. The deadline was Tuesday. TravelSky Technology, China Railway Signal & Communication and Century Sunshine Group are among the listed companies that are not in compliance. A total of 85 Hong Kong-listed companies have failed to comply with a rule that requires them to have at least one woman on their boards of directors, according to the city's bourse operator. Hong Kon...[+1311 chars] 2025-01-02T11:25:15 Major conglomerate chiefs urge employees to seek new opportunities 투자고수의 비밀노트 https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/009/0005422644 https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/009/2025/01/02/0005422644_001_20250102112515933.jpg?type=w800 KR en Chey Tae-won, chairman of SK Group, urged employees to take on challenges and seek business opportunities despite the challenging business environment in his New Year's message to his employees. GS Group Chairman Huh Tae soo stressed the importance of reviving the conglomerate's entrepreneurial spirit to seize opportunities amidst change. Doosan Group Chairman Park Jeong-won called for consolidating all resources to build its AI ecosystem. Hyundai Department Store Group Chairman Chung Ji-sun stressed the need to prepare for future opportunities. Major conglomerate chiefs in South Korea urged employees to take on challenges and seek business opportunities despite the challenging business environment during their New Year's messages on Wednesda...[+3242 chars] 2025-01-02T09:52:16 'Going forward, we will play big in affordable housing market' https://businessday.ng/interview/article/going-forward-we-will-play-big-in-affordable-housing-market/&text=%E2%80%98Going%20forward,%20we%20will%20play%20big%20in%20affordable%20housing%20market%E2%80%99 https://cdn.businessday.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Edward-Akinlade-1.png NG en Edward Akinlade, Group Managing Director, Haldane McCall Plc speaks on the company's activities, outlook for real estate and hospitality sectors in Nigeria. His company was listed by Introduction. Next year, they plan to raise a N250 billion bond to fund affordable housing. Edward Akinlade, Group Managing Director, Haldane McCall Plc in this interview speaks on the company's activities, outlook for real estate and hospitality sectors in Nigeria, writes Iheanyi Nwachukwu....[+12492 chars] 2025-01-02T08:22:00 SCG prioritizes efficiency, sustainable growth in Q3 https://www.philstar.com/business/business-as-usual/2025/01/02/2411372/scg-prioritizes-efficiency-sustainable-growth-q3 https://media.philstar.com/photos/2025/01/02/thammasak-sethaudom-scg_2025-01-02_16-23-48.jpg PH en SCG (Siam Cement Group) reported a slight revenue increase to P609.9 billion in the first nine months of 2024. EBITDA amounted to 38,768 MB, a 10% decrease from the same period last year. The company projects a three percent revenue increase for 2024 despite global economic turbulence, petrochemical downturn, geopolitical tensions, heightened domestic competition, and currency fluctuations. SCG is implementing cost-cutting measures, including a $144 million reduction by 2025 and a $287 million working capital decrease by Q1/2025. Vietnam and Indonesia drive 10% sales growth in the past nine months. SCGC is investing $700 million to upgrade its LSP "SCG (Siam Cement Group) reported a slight revenue increase to P609.9 billion in the first nine months of 2024. However, EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization, includi...[+3945 chars]" 2025-01-02T07:45:14 ‘Silly legislation': Shadow minister speaks out against climate reporting rules https://www.skynews.com.au/opinion/silly-legislation-shadow-minister-speaks-out-against-climate-reporting-rules/video/7cef02ed93e433ed898f9bbc698d4de7 https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/0ba5ece5970b765ff8ee804c5a128f91 AU en New mandatory climate reporting rules took effect on January 1. The Coalition's vowed to scrap these rules if elected in the next federal election. Shadow Environment Minister Jonathon Duniam joined Sky News host James Macpherson to discuss the issue on Sky News. Mr Duniam called the legislation'silly' "New mandatory climate reporting rules took effect on January 1, requiring companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions. However, the Coalition's vowed to scrap these rules if elected in the ne...[+169 chars]" 2025-01-02T07:06:00 AmInvestment forecasts RM1.7bil boost to Malaysia's equity market from foreign workers' EPF contributions https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/01/02/aminvestment-forecasts-rm17bil-boost-to-malaysia039s-equity-market-from-foreign-workers039-epf-contributions https://apicms.thestar.com.my/uploads/images/2025/01/02/3097437.jpg MY en AmInvestment Bank Bhd projects that mandatory Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributions for non-citizen employees could channel up to RM1.7 billion in additional annual inflows into Malaysia's domestic equity market. The estimate is based on the presence of 2.5 million foreign workers, a minimum monthly wage of RM1,700, combined employee and employer EPF contributions of 11% and 13%. "Employees Provident Fund (EPF) logo is seen at headquaters in Kuala Lumpur. AZHAR MAHFOF/The Star KUALA LUMPUR: AmInvestment Bank Bhd projects that mandatory Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributio...[+2667 chars]" 2025-01-02T07:01:57 ESB to fork out €70 million for data centre space Laura Roddy https://www.businesspost.ie/article/esb-to-fork-out-e70-million-for-data-centre-space https://imengine.public.prod.sbp.infomaker.io/?uuid=60a3ca2d-424d-58c7-9456-f147078005ec&type=preview&function=original IE en ESB is looking for a data centre operator within 30 km of its Dublin HQ. It will pay €70m for space within that distance. The tender has been published by ESB's chief executive Paddy Hayes. It's called a tender for the development of data centre space. "Companies ESB to fork out €70 million for data centre space The utility wants an operator within 30 kilometres of its Dublin HQ Laura Roddy 07:00 ESB, which is led by chief executive Paddy Hayes, has ...[+64 chars]" 2025-01-02T07:00:00 New-look Wexford board to handle organizational duties, other first-of-the-year business Thursday Rick Charmoli Cadillac News https://www.cadillacnews.com/news/new-look-wexford-board-to-handle-organizational-duties-other-first-of-the-year-business-thursday/article_1796115e-c860-11ef-85d6-5bd607829bfd.html https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/cadillacnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/7/17/7178a3ec-c862-11ef-a4e7-1f9a38b49e39/677575fcd184c.image.jpg?crop=1763%2C926%2C0%2C124&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en Wexford County Board of Commissioners will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday in the commissioners' room on the third floor of the Wexford County Courthouse, 437 E. Division St. Four new commissioners will be sworn in. The board will discuss its organizational matters and an ethics policy. "CADILLAC — Four new Wexford County commissioners will be sworn in Thursday, and during its first meeting of 2025, the board's leadership structure could also change. With the arrival of the new year, ...[+1030 chars]" 2025-01-02T07:00:00 Vishay Precision Group to Present at 27th Annual Needham Growth Investor Conference Timothy Alexander https://www.mychesco.com/a/news/business/public-companies/vishay-precision-group-to-present-at-27th-annual-needham-growth-investor-conference https://i0.wp.com/www.mychesco.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Vishay-Precision-Group.jpg?fit=736%2C400&ssl=1 US en Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (NYSE: VPG) has announced its participation in the 27th Annual Needham Growth Investor Conference on January 15, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ET. The event will feature a live and on-demand webcast of VPG's presentation. VPG offers opportunities to arrange one-on-one meetings during the conference. MALVERN, PA — Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (NYSE: VPG) has announced its participation in the 27th Annual Needham Growth Investor Conference. The presentation is scheduled for January 15, 2025, at 8:0...[+662 chars] 2025-01-02T06:47:34 ECOWAS Bank Reiterates Commitment To Climate Issues, Sustainable Devt Projects Telegraph-Admin https://newtelegraphng.com/ecowas-bank-reiterates-commitment-to-climate-issues-sustainable-devt-projects https://newtelegraphng.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/images-21-2.jpeg NG en ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) received the Financial Institution of the Year, Africa category award at the Africa Sustainability Awards held at the Accra International Conference Centre. The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided EBID with €1,000,000 to enhance the regional bank's climate-related and sustainable development initiatives. "Share The President and Board Chairman of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), Dr. Agyekum Donkor, has emphasised the bank's commitment to climate issues and sustainable development ...[+2828 chars]" 2025-01-02T06:17:34 ‘Economic madness': Chalmers slams push to scrap emissions reporting Chris Bowen https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/economic-madness-chalmers-slams-push-to-scrap-emissions-reporting-20250101-p5l1kc https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.5519%2C$multiply_2%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_no_label_no_age_social_wm/01220cfadbc34461e238d4b53e570fe194dbe8c0 AU en Treasurer Jim Chalmers says a Coalition plan to repeal laws requiring companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions will create uncertainty for investors. Business groups warn undoing the new rules will make life harder for firms. The Coalition would scrap the new laws if it won this year's federal election, which must be held by May 17. Treasurer Jim Chalmers says a Coalition plan to repeal laws requiring companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions will create uncertainty for investors, as business groups warn undoing the ne...[+297 chars] 2025-01-02T06:12:37 Mandatory climate rules will stop investors groping in the dark Andrew Hudson https://www.afr.com/policy/energy-and-climate/mandatory-climate-rules-will-stop-investors-groping-in-the-dark-20250102-p5l1q8 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.1865%2C$multiply_4%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_96/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/45593f2a010848b1046724ce6a108ffde3d527cf AU en New laws require large firms to disclose the climate risks associated with their business activities from 1 January. The mandatory disclosure regime is a widely supported piece of financial regulation. It will make Australia's investment landscape more competitive and accelerate the transition to a net zero economy. New laws requiring large firms to disclose the climate risks associated with their business activities have come into effect from 1 January. The mandatory disclosure regime is a widely supported piece...[+141 chars] 2025-01-02T06:03:00 KPI Green Energy shares 1:2 bonus issue record date tomorrow. Last chance to buy ETMarkets.com https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/kpi-green-energy-shares-12-bonus-issue-record-date-tomorrow-last-chance-to-buy/articleshow/116868905.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116868884,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-8418,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en The record date for KPI Green Energy's 1:2 bonus share issuance is tomorrow, January 3. Investors must purchase shares today to qualify for the issue. The shares of Garware Technical Fibres have increased by 66.75% in the last one year and by 71.3% in CY 24. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel With the record date for its 1:2 bonus share issuance set for tomorrow, January 3, KPI Green Energy shares are ex...[+1749 chars]" 2025-01-02T06:00:00 Will Australia's Mandatory Climate Reporting make Greenwashing Illegal? Eric Worrall https://wattsupwiththat.com/2025/01/01/will-australias-mandatory-climate-reporting-make-greenwashing-illegal https://i0.wp.com/wattsupwiththat.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/92554994_s.jpg?fit=847%2C565&ssl=1 US en Mandatory climate reporting begins this year. It's the most significant change to reporting requirements and director responsibilities in a generation. It requires companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and explain how a warming planet may impact their business. The legislation will apply only to Australia's largest companies, but by 2027, thousands of corporate and not-for-profit organisations will be included. "Essay by Eric Worrall Legal penalties for greenwashing could force Aussie companies to declare their total lack of interest in climate action. Mandatory climate reporting begins this year, marking gen...[+4581 chars]" 2025-01-02T05:56:01 Case for scraping climate disclosures doesn't stack up The AFR View https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/case-for-scraping-climate-disclosures-doesn-t-stack-up-20250102-p5l1no https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.113%2C$multiply_4%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_opinion_no_age_social_wm/e9e4330bccc29a2d07a3812a10401193f11b46f3 AU en Labor's new laws requiring businesses to disclose their annual greenhouse gas emissions came into effect on New Year's Day. On January 2, the Coalition promised to repeal the new climate disclosure framework if it wins the election, which must be held by May 17. As the world heads towards net zero by mid-century, there are no sound policy reasons for not wanting Australian companies to be accountable and transparent. Labor's new laws requiring businesses to disclose their annual greenhouse gas emissions came into effect on New Year's Day. On January 2, the Coalition promised to repeal the new climate disclosure fr...[+387 chars] 2025-01-02T04:28:00 Coalition pledge to scrap Labor's controversial emissions reporting regime https://www.theleader.com.au/story/8858239/coalition-pledge-to-scrap-labors-climate-disclosure-laws https://www.theleader.com.au/images/transform/v1/crop/frm/230597393/3598d37c-9270-4ea4-9cc2-34c0c60b4966.jpg/r1083_336_3864_1796_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg AU en The Coalition has vowed to scrap Labor's new climate-related financial disclosure regime if it wins the forthcoming federal election. The cornerstone legislation came into effect on January 1 and will eventually see the rolling out of controversial scope 3 emission rules in 2026. It will be policed solely by the Australian Investments and Securities Commission for the first three years. It is unknown how many entities within the agriculture industry will fall under the policy. "The Coalition has vowed to scrap Labor's new climate-related financial disclosure regime if it wins the forthcoming federal election. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue r...[+5520 chars]" 2025-01-02T03:39:00 Leading the Way: LiuGong's Global Sustainability Milestones in 2024 and Beyond Liu Gong https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/corporate_social_responsibility/leading-the-way-liugongs-global-sustainability-milestones-in-2024-and-beyond/article_c84ac8dd-2f8e-50b7-8c83-d832f3e22f3e.html https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/wvnews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/b4/9b4ae1fd-6c55-5625-9e81-9e209f9132bc/677604cd0e16b.image.jpg?crop=1440%2C756%2C0%2C342&resize=1200%2C630&order=crop%2Cresize US en LiuGong (000528.SZ) has consistently demonstrated its dedication to a sustainable future. Recently, LiuGong celebrated the first anniversary of the Green Alliance, marking a year of significant sustainability efforts and reaffirming its commitment to ongoing sustainable development. LIUZHOU, China, Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From pioneering practices to impactful collaborations, LiuGong (000528.SZ) has consistently demonstrated its dedication to a sustainable future. Recently, ...[+183 chars] 2025-01-02T03:00:10 Investing in HRnetGroup (SGX:CHZ) three years ago would have delivered you a 3.2% gain Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/investing-hrnetgroup-sgx-chz-three-030010055.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/7a9997715da94a925bc3a3ecccf9d032 US en HRnetGroup Limited's share price is down 13% in the last three years, falling short of the market return of around 22%. The company's earnings per share dropped by 1.9% each year during that period. Its current P/E ratio is 11.70. The company has provided shareholders with an annual TSR of 8%. Many investors define successful investing as beating the market average over the long term. But if you try your hand at stock picking, you risk returning less than the market. Unfortunately, that's b...[+3517 chars] 2025-01-02T02:24:05 SECP notifies adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards phase-wise Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40340617/secp-notifies-adoption-of-ifrs-sustainability-disclosure-standards-phase-wise https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/01/6775f8c2e0d8a.jpg PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan notified the adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards in a phase-wise manner in Pakistan. The first phase starts from the annual reporting periods beginning on or after July 1, 2025. The standards will be implemented only on the listed companies on the basis of total assets, turnover and number of employees. "ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has notified the adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards in a phase-wise manner in Pakistan. The IFRS-S1, 'General Req...[+1456 chars]" 2025-01-02T01:27:04 Sebi sets new compliance framework for listed firms The Hans India https://www.thehansindia.com/business/sebi-sets-new-compliance-framework-for-listed-firms-934105 https://assets.thehansindia.com/h-upload/2024/09/23/1482985-sebi.jpg IN en Capital markets regulator Sebi has introduced integrated filing for governance and financial disclosures for the quarter ending December 31, 2024. The regulator incorporates recommendations from an expert committee set up to review the Sebi's LODR (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) norms. Under the new system, governance-related filings must be submitted within 30 days of the quarter's end. New Delhi: Capital markets regulator Sebi has rolled out a new compliance framework for listed entities, introducing integrated filing for governance and financial disclosures, which will be applicabl...[+938 chars] 2025-01-02T01:01:41 ‘Value-Destroying And Costly': Is Corporate America's Love Affair With DEI Finally Coming To An End? https://ijr.com/value-destroying-and-costly-is-corporate-americas-love-affair-with-dei-finally-coming-to-an-end https://ijr.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/value-destroying-and-costly-is-corporate-americas-love-affair-with-dei-finally-coming-to-an-end.jpg US en Walmart, Boeing, Lowe's and Ford Motors are scaling back on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies and programs in 2024. The Biden-Harris administration has led a push for increased DEI initiatives in the government. Donald Trump's return to the White House next year could impact DEI policies. "Several of America's biggest brands backpedaled on their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies and programs in 2024 amid intense public scrutiny and fierce consumer backlash. The Biden-Harris...[+6307 chars]" 2025-01-02T00:57:13 ‘Value-Destroying And Costly': Is Corporate America's Love Affair With DEI Finally Coming To An End? Ireland Owens https://dailycaller.com/2025/01/01/value-destroying-and-costly-is-corporate-americas-love-affair-with-dei-finally-coming-to-an-end https://cdn01.dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/GettyImages-2185459807-scaled-e1735570718123.jpg US en Biden-Harris administration has led a push for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the government. Some major companies have begun scaling back on DEI practices this year amid growing backlash, including Walmart, Boeing, Lowe's and Ford Motors. President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House next year could impact DEI initiatives. "Several of America's biggest brands backpedaled on their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies and programs in 2024 amid intense public scrutiny and fierce consumer backlash. The Biden-Harris...[+6405 chars]" 2025-01-02T00:56:57 PSX plans auction for Ijarah Sukuk on 8th Recorder Report https://www.brecorder.com/news/40340658/psx-plans-auction-for-ijarah-sukuk-on-8th https://i.brecorder.com/large/2025/01/6775d1bfdcef7.jpg PK en The 17th auction for GoP Ijarah Sukuk (GIS) is planned to be conducted on January 8, 2025 through the PSX auction system. Broker Clearing Members are eligible to participate in the Auction for their proprietary accounts, investors and funds under their management. "KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has announced that the 17th auction for GoP Ijarah Sukuk (GIS) is planned to be conducted on January 8, 2025 through the PSX auction system. According to a PSX n...[+352 chars]" 2025-01-02T00:02:00 Sri Lanka's private sector needs to rethink ESG https://www.ft.lk/opinion/Sri-Lanka-s-private-sector-needs-to-rethink-ESG/14-771274 https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_73e40bcf97.jpg LK en Sri Lanka has seen a rise in environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives in recent years. The concept of ESG gained traction in the UN Global Compact's 'Who Cares Wins' report in 2004. ESG underpins private sector responses to complex global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss and defending human rights. Aligning business and finance with climate and biodiversity targets requires deep engagement from the private sector. Sri Lanka has seen a rise in ESG (environmental, social, and governance) initiativ...[+10473 chars] 2025-01-02T00:00:34 Malaysia implements MSPO 2.0 to boost sustainable palm oil standards Bp Editor https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/01/02/malaysia-implements-mspo-2-0-to-boost-sustainable-palm-oil-standards https://www.theborneopost.com/newsimages/2024/11/bp13-yt-taannswakpalm-p1.jpg MY en The Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Standard MS2530:2022 officially came into effect yesterday. It introduces stricter guidelines for sustainability, traceability, and ethical practices in palm oil production. Plantation and Commodities Minister, Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani said it's the next step in ensuring that Malaysian palm oil remains synonymous with sustainability and reliability in global markets. MSPO says that MSPO 2.0 improves upon the original MSPO 2013 Standard by adopting stricter and more comprehensive requirements, aligning with current global standards and expectations for ESG. – AFP p...[+1623 chars] 2025-01-02T00:00:00 Prospectus Certification by Investment Company (Form 497J) (Alpha Architect ETF Trust) Public Technologies https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/Prospectus_Certification_by_Investment_Company_Form_497J_Alp https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en EA Series Trust 19 East Eagle Road Havertown, PA 19083 January 2, 2025. Document EA Series Trust (the) is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 and sent via Edgar. ) Document EA Series Trust 19 East Eagle Road Havertown, PA 19083 January 2, 2025 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20...[+28 chars] 2025-01-02T00:00:00 American-Armenian Hollywood Producer and Former Fashion Designer Arthur Sarkissian Joins Limitless X Holdings Board of ... system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/AmericanArmenian_Hollywood_Producer_and_Former_Fashion_Desig https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en the Limitless X Holdings Inc. is a company dedicated to the future of the world. in 2025. in the future. 2025 in this year 2025. in 2025 to 2025 to 2025. to 2025, 2025. LOS ANGELES, CA, Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Limitless X Holdings Inc., a company dedicated to 2025-01-02T00:00:00 KPI Green Energy shares 1:2 bonus issue record date tomorrow. Last chance to buy The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/KPI_Green_Energy_shares_12_bonus_issue_record_date_tomorrow__u https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en KPI Green Energy's 1:2 bonus share issuance record date is set for January 3, 2025. Investors must purchase shares today to be able to take part in the record date. Â   for today's record date, KPI Green Energy's 1:2 bonus share issuance record date is set for January 3, 2025. Investors must purchase shares today to 2025-01-02T00:00:00 Morgan Stanley joins Goldman Sachs, Citi in exodus from UN-backed climate alliance New York Post https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/Morgan_Stanley_joins_Goldman_Sachs_Citi_in_exodus_from_UNbac https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Morgan Stanley has decided to leave the UN-backed climate alliance Net-Zero Banking. Goldman Sachs and Citi are also leaving the alliance. There has been a conservative backlash against environmental and diversity initiatives. The Wall Street investment bank did not give a reason for its decision. Morgan Stanley said on Thursday it had decided to leave a UN-backed climate alliance — joining rivals Goldman Sachs and Citi in ditching the group amid conservative backlash toward environmental and d...[+205 chars] 2025-01-02T00:00:00 As Musk gains influence, questions hover over US probes into\u00a0his empire Mike Spector https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/As_Musk_gains_influence_questions_hover_over_US_probes_into_ https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The SEC set a tight deadline of several days for demanding that Elon Musk pay a settlement or face civil charges relating to alleged securities violations during his tenure as CEO of Tesla. Elon Musk is angry at Gary Johnson for giving the SEC the deadline for demanding a settlement. By Mike Spector, Rachael Levy, Marisa Taylor and Chris Prentice NEW YORK/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Last month, in the waning days of the Biden administration, the SEC set a tight deadline of several days...[+163 chars] 2025-01-02T00:00:00 Diversified Royalty Corp. Announces January 2025 Cash Dividend Nasdaq Globe Newswire https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/02/Diversified_Royalty_Corp_Announces_January_2025_Cash_Dividen https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Diversified Royalty Corp. (TSX: DIV and DIVDB.A) is pleased to announce that it is going to issue shares of the company to its shareholders on January 2nd, 2025. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch or click here. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diversified Royalty Corp. (TSX: DIV and DIV.DB.A) (the 'Corporation' or 'DIV') is pleased to announce that 2025-01-01T23:45:48 SL Green Realty price target lowered to $69 from $75 at Jefferies The Fly https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/sl-green-realty-price-target-lowered-to-69-from-75-at-jefferies/ar-AA1wPvQp US en Jefferies analyst Peter Abramowitz lowered the firm's price target on SL Green Realty to $69 from $75 and keeps a Hold rating on the shares. The firm expects leasing to continue to improve in 2025, driven by more confidence in the macro backdrop and 'pro-growth' policies pushed by the Trump administration. Jefferies maintains a Neutral outlook and remains selective in its picks. Jefferies analyst Peter Abramowitz lowered the firm's price target on SL Green Realty (SLG) to $69 from $75 and keeps a Hold rating on the shares as part of a 2025 office real estate investment trust ...[+534 chars] 2025-01-01T23:43:00 FuelEU Maritime Regulation Enters Into Force https://www.maritime-executive.com/article/fueleu-maritime-regulation-enters-into-force https://maritime-executive.com/media/images/article/Photos/Miscellaneous/EU-HQ.c0e6d5.6e916d.jpg US en On January 1, the European Union's new carbon-intensity mandate - FuelEU Maritime - entered into force. It requires European shipping interests to make hard choices about fuel-efficiency and low-carbon propulsion. Non-compliance comes with a high price penalty: €2,400 per tonne of VLFSO energy equivalent - about triple the price of bunker fuel. Danish Shipping supports the new regulation but says there is a need for global climate regulation of the shipping industry. On January 1, the European Union's new carbon-intensity mandate - FuelEU Maritime - entered into force, requiring European shipping interests to make hard choices about fuel-efficiency and low-carbon ...[+2355 chars] 2025-01-01T19:32:00 Standard Glass IPO to hit markets next week; sets price band at Rs 133-140 per share PTI https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/ipos/fpos/standard-glass-ipo-to-hit-markets-next-week-sets-price-band-at-rs-133-140-per-share/articleshow/116860933.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116860949,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-26924,overlay-etmarkets/articleshow.jpg IN en Standard Glass Lining Technology has fixed a price band at Rs 133-140 per equity share for its Rs 410.05 crore initial public offering (IPO) that opens for public subscription on January 6. The Telangana-based company's IPO is a combination of fresh issuance of equity shares worth Rs 210 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 1.43 crore shares by promoters and other selling shareholders. "Standard Glass Lining Technology Ltd on Wednesday said it has fixed a price band at Rs 133-140 per equity share for its Rs 410.05 crore initial public offering (IPO) that opens for public subscription...[+5234 chars]" 2025-01-01T18:54:01 Mandatory climate reporting begins this year, marking generational change for corporate Australia national regional reporter https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-02/mandatory-climate-reporting-rules-begin/104718398 https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/e932b315d722ed0df0f00d19a6c094a1?impolicy=wcms_watermark_news&cropH=3132&cropW=5568&xPos=0&yPos=290&width=862&height=485&imformat=generic AU en Australia has introduced new mandatory climate reporting rules that require business owners to estimate their company's emissions and outline plans to tackle future risks. The legislation, passed in 2024, is the most significant change to reporting requirements and director responsibilities in a generation. It will apply only to Australia's largest companies, but by 2027, thousands of corporate and not-for-profit organisations will be included. "Australia has introduced new mandatory climate reporting rules that require business owners to estimate their company's emissions and outline plans to tackle future risks. The legislation, passed in 2...[+7036 chars]" 2025-01-01T18:11:41 Corporate responsibility Editor'S Mail https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/01/01/corporate-responsibility https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/China-ports-100x70.jpeg PK en Companies operating in Pakistan must recognise their responsibility to invest in humanity and contribute to the welfare of society. Fair wages remain elusive for Pakistani workers. Ensuring equitable wages and safe working conditions can uplift thousands of families and strengthen the economy. The 2022 floods, worsened by climate change, impacted millions of lives. Businesses that focus on sustainable packaging and renewable energy offer an example of how industries can innovate to reduce their environmental impact. Picture a child growing up near a polluted river, unable to access clean water, or to envision a brighter future. This is the reality for many in Pakistan. In this scenario, corporate social responsib...[+1251 chars] 2025-01-01T18:00:00 Coalition vows to scrap emissions reporting as Trump prepares rollback Michael Read https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/coalition-vows-to-scrap-emissions-reporting-as-trump-prepares-rollback-20241231-p5l1d3 https://static.ffx.io/images/$zoom_0.113%2C$multiply_4%2C$ratio_1.777778%2C$width_1059%2C$x_0%2C$y_0/t_crop_custom/c_scale%2Cw_800%2Cq_88%2Cf_jpg/t_afr_exclusive_no_age_social_wm/e9e4330bccc29a2d07a3812a10401193f11b46f3 AU en The Coalition has vowed to repeal new laws requiring businesses to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions if it wins this year's federal election. New laws came into effect on January 1 and require some large companies to publish a sustainability report alongside their annual financial disclosures. Next year they will report'scope 3' emissions generated by a company's suppliers and customers. The Coalition has vowed to repeal new laws requiring businesses to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions if it wins this year's federal election, amid expectations the Trump administration is poised...[+321 chars] 2025-01-01T16:18:00 Public comments sought by regulator Earl John Alfaro https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/02/business/corporate-news/public-comments-sought-by-regulator/2029128 https://cdn4.premiumread.com/?url=https://www.manilatimes.net/theme_manilatimes/images/TMT_1920x1008.jpg&w=1920&q=100&f=webp&v=1 PH en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public comments to various guidelines to expand fundraising and investment opportunities in the Philippine capital market and to strengthen protection of investors and other financial consumers. The general public has until Jan. 10 for qualified institutional and individual buyers, Jan. 18 for crypto-asset service providers and Jan. 25 for Philippine green equity, and January 26 for seasoned issuers, shelf registration and Sukuk bonds. THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public comments to various guidelines to expand fundraising and investment opportunities in the Philippine capital market, and to strengthen pro...[+3891 chars] 2025-01-01T16:05:00 SEC aims to bolster capital market via new guidelines VG Cabuag https://businessmirror.com.ph/2025/01/02/sec-aims-to-bolster-capital-market-via-new-guidelines https://businessmirror.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sec02.jpg PH en The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing new guidelines to expand fundraising and investment opportunities in the country's capital market and strengthen the protection of investors and other financial consumers. The agency released for public comment the proposed amendments to the rules governing registrars of qualified institutional and individual buyers, the draft guidelines on crypto-asset service providers, draft guidelines for Philippine Green Equity and the draft rules providing the definition of seasoned issuers and extension of shelf registration. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it is preparing new guidelines that seek to expand fundraising and investment opportunities in the country's capital market and strengthen the protect...[+4062 chars] 2025-01-01T16:03:12 SEC eyes rules on expanded PHL fundraising CEDTy Clea https://www.bworldonline.com/corporate/2025/01/02/644291/sec-eyes-rules-on-expanded-phl-fundraising https://www.bworldonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/SEC-logo.jpg PH en SEC is preparing new guidelines that will expand fundraising and investment opportunities in the Philippine capital market and strengthen the protection of investors and other financial consumers. Last year the corporate regulator issued draft guidelines on the issuance and disclosure of Sukuk bonds and defining seasoned issuers and the extension of shelf registration. It also released proposed changes to the rules covering registrars of qualified institutional and individual buyers, cryptocurrency asset service providers and the so-called Philippine Green Equity. THE SECURITIES and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to release guidelines that would expand fundraising and investment opportunities in Philippine capital markets, it said in a statement on Wednesday....[+3023 chars] 2025-01-01T16:02:00 Sebi mandates simplified compliance for listed entities with integrated filing framework PTI https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/sebi-mandates-simplified-compliance-for-listed-entities-with-integrated-filing-framework/articleshow/116857503.cms https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-116857572,width-1070,height-580,imgsize-1226936,resizemode-75,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-40/photo.jpg IN en Capital markets regulator Sebi has rolled out a new compliance framework for listed entities. The latest move aims to reduce compliance burdens by unifying multiple periodic filing requirements into a single system. Regulator's move to enable single filings via the BSE and NSE portals is aimed at easing procedural complexities. "NEW DELHI: Capital markets regulator Sebi has rolled out a new compliance framework for listed entities, introducing integrated filing for governance and financial disclosures , which will be applicab...[+2828 chars]" 2025-01-01T15:18:29 Transformational daily publication for Ghanaian CEOs launches in January https://www.myjoyonline.com/transformational-daily-publication-for-ghanaian-ceos-launches-in-january https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG_2379.jpeg GH en Ernest De-Graft Egyir is launching a daily publication dedicated to strategic management and leadership for business leaders in Ghana starting January 1, 2025. It will focus on equipping executives with the tools needed to navigate challenges, embrace innovation, and drive sustainable growth. "Ghanaian business leaders are set to gain an essential resource with the launch of a daily publication dedicated to strategic management and leadership. Starting January 1, 2025, the new initiative by...[+2195 chars]" 2025-01-01T15:06:39 Jagdeep Singh Deo dropped from PBAHB board Bernama https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/01/1155417/jagdeep-singh-deo-dropped-pbahb-board https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/PG2023091500_%288%29_1735743989.jpg MY en Jagdeep Singh Deo has been removed from the non-executive director's role at PBA Holdings Bhd due to non-compliance with the attendance requirement. Jagdeep was absent from more than 50% of the total board of directors' meetings held during a financial year. "GEORGE TOWN: Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow today confirmed that Penang Deputy Chief Minister II Jagdeep Singh Deo has been removed from the non-executive director's role at PBA Holdings Bhd (PBAHB). He...[+1750 chars]" 2025-01-01T14:08:42 3 Growth Companies Insiders Are Banking On Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/3-growth-companies-insiders-banking-140842876.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/4470f143ba4f4c0e99553a639759c619 US en Arctech Solar Holding (SHSE:688408), Duc Giang Chemicals Group (HOSE:DGC), Seojin SystemLtd (KOSDAQ:A178320), Fine M-TecLTD (A441270) and Huana Micron (A067310) are among the companies with high insider ownership. WealthNavi Inc. develops an online asset management and risk management platform. As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by fluctuating consumer confidence and mixed economic indicators, investors are keenly observing the performance of major indices, which have show...[+6042 chars] 2025-01-01T13:00:00 Top 10 Inclusion Pivots For Leaders In 2025 Julie Kratz https://www.forbes.com/sites/juliekratz/2025/01/01/top-10-inclusion-pivots-for-leaders https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6760a559e4271974a81cb5d5/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en In a recent LinkedIn poll, participants overwhelmingly said that they foresee the DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) words changing, yet not the work. ERGs are employee-led groups that provide a platform for people from diverse backgrounds to connect, support each other and advocate for their unique needs and perspectives. Stand-alone or annual inclusion programs do not work. Emphasis on triggering language like privilege, Critical Race Theory or unconscious bias will be removed from inclusion training. "Group of young adults, photographed from above, on various painted tarmac surface, at sunrise. While I do not have a crystal ball or magic wand to foresee inclusion trends in 2025, based on my 10 year...[+5032 chars]" 2025-01-01T13:00:00 Waratah Capital Advisors Announces Fund Name Change Waratah Capital Advisors Ltd https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/waratah-capital-advisors-announces-fund-name-change-861375270.html https://www.newswire.ca/content/dam/cision/icons/favicon.png CA en "Waratah Capital Advisors Ltd. has changed the name of the Waratah Alternative ESG Fund to ""Warah Core Fund"". There are no changes to the investment objective, strategies or management of the Fund associated with the Name Change. The firm manages over $4 billion in assets from high-net-worth individuals, family offices, foundations, Canadian bank platforms and pension funds. Founders and employees collectively represent 5% of the firm's assets under management." "TORONTO, Jan. 1, 2025 /CNW/ - Waratah Capital Advisors Ltd., the manager of the Waratah Alternative ESG Fund (the "" Fund""), today announced that it has changed the name of the Fund effective immediate...[+732 chars]" 2025-01-01T12:40:24 Anil Kumar resigns as GM of Ethos Limited, Legal News, ET LegalWorld Online Bureau https://legal.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/corporate-business/anil-kumar-resigns-as-gm-of-ethos-limited/116857453 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-116857453,imgsize-32204,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etlegal/corporate-business/anil-kumar-resigns-as-gm-of-ethos-limited.jpg IN en Anil Kumar, General Manager, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of Ethos Limited has tendered his resignation vide letter dated December 16, 2024. He will be relieved from his duties effective from January 31, 2025 after the close of business hours. In his resignation letter, Anil Kumar expressed gratitude for his 13 years with Saboo Business Group. "Highlights Anil Kumar, General Manager, Company Secretary, and Compliance Officer of Ethos Limited, has resigned effective January 31, 2025, citing personal reasons. In his resignation letter, Anil Ku...[+1785 chars]" 2025-01-01T12:09:44 Is Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:SGC) Potentially Undervalued? Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/superior-group-companies-inc-nasdaq-120944128.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/cb577674b7e557d971f138507100a6d5 US en Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:SGC) saw a double-digit share price rise of over 10% in the past couple of months on the NASDAQGM. According to Simply Wall St's valuation, the intrinsic value for the stock is $22.48, which is above what the market is valuing the company at the moment. Superior Group's earnings over the next few years are expected to increase by 67%, which should lead to more robust cash flows. While Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:SGC) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a double-digit share price rise of over 10% in the past couple of months on the NASDAQGM. Sha...[+3752 chars] 2025-01-01T11:04:39 How African CEOs Are Being Ranked: A Long-Term Approach to Measuring Success Roger A. Agana https://newsghana.com.gh/how-african-ceos-are-being-ranked-a-long-term-approach-to-measuring-success https://newsghana.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Top-CEOs-flyer.png GH en AfricanCEO magazine's annual list of the continent's top-performing CEOs focuses on long-term success rather than short-term victories. The magazine's ranking does not rely solely on the latest quarterly results or fleeting financial metrics. Social and environmental factors are integral to understanding the full impact of a CEO's leadership. The list represents 100 CEOs from 18 African countries. "Top Ceos Flyer The role of a chief executive officer is one of the toughest positions to fill, and in Africa, it's a particularly complex challenge. From 2020 to 2024, a quarter of CEO departures in A...[+11464 chars]" 2025-01-01T11:00:00 Pakistani government establishes first-of-its-kind program to reinvent its economy: 'Meet global compliance and drive real, measurable ... benefits' Leslie Sattler https://www.yahoo.com/news/pakistani-government-establishes-first-kind-110000072.html https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/fIC2lPfUkXWFxp0DIs_qvg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyMDA7aD02NzU-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/the_cool_down_737/2fd6e5ee0ef6be03ddb8f296100c56bd US en Pakistan announced a new policy that will let companies and investors make money by funding planet-friendly projects. Microsoft bought credits from Pakistan's Delta Blue Carbon initiative. The policy will get final approval next month. Pakistan plans to create special teams to oversee the program and ensure it delivers benefits for people and the planet. "Pakistan just announced a new policy that will let companies and investors make money by funding planet-friendly projects, reported The News International. The announcement happened at a major climate...[+2813 chars]" 2025-01-01T10:49:49 Zimbabwe Excluded From Top 100 Best-Performing CEOs in Africa in 2024 https://www.zimeye.net/2025/01/01/zimbabwe-excluded-from-top-100-best-performing-ceos-in-africa-in-2024 https://i0.wp.com/www.zimeye.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Top-100-CEOs-2024-flyer2.png?fit=1200%2C849&ssl=1 ZW en Zimbabwe is excluded from the list of the Top 100 Best-Performing CEOs in Africa in 2024. The list is based on data and not on reputation or anecdote. The 100 CEOs represent 18 nationalities and 100 companies located in 18 African countries. Women represent 15 percent of their male counterparts. "Zimbabwe Excluded From Top 100 Best-Performing CEOs in Africa in 2024 The chief executive role is a tough one to fill. From 2020 to 2024, about a quarter of the CEO departures in Africa were involunta...[+13614 chars]" 2025-01-01T10:49:12 Financial information, climate-related disclosure standards adopted in Pakistan Staff Report https://pakobserver.net/financial-information-climate-related-disclosure-standards-adopted-in-pakistan https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SECP.webp PK en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has notified the adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards in a phase-wise manner in Pakistan. The first phase starts from the annual reporting periods beginning on or after July 1, 2025. The second and third phase start from July 2026 and 2027 respectively. "ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has notified the adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards in a phase-wise manner in Pakistan. The IFRS-S1, 'General Re...[+2292 chars]" 2025-01-01T10:31:37 DisCos Risk Sanctions For FailingTo Meet Energy Offtake Targets Tope Sunday https://thewhistler.ng/discos-risk-sanctions-for-failingto-meet-energy-offtake-targets https://thewhistler.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/NERC-1.jpg NG en All Electricity Distribution Companies risk a 5% reduction of their administrative operational expenditure if they fail to take at least 95% of available nominated energy for two out of three months per quarter. This is contained in a newly introduced addendum Order on Performance Monitoring Framework for DisCos issued by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). "400 SHARES Share Tweet [mc4wp_form id=33047] All the Electricity Distribution Companies known as DisCos risk a 5% reduction of their administrative operational expenditure if they fail to offtake at l...[+1913 chars]" 2025-01-01T10:11:00 Malaysia Implements MSPO 2.0 To Boost Sustainable Palm Oil Standards BERNAMA https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2378418 https://www.bernama.com/storage/photos/ee99a16389c387cb0fa025c7739161e25e3a3d1698223 MY en The Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Standard MS2530:2022 comes into effect today. It introduces stricter guidelines for sustainability, traceability, and ethical practices in palm oil production. MSPO 2.0 improves upon the original 2013 Standard by adopting stricter requirements. KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 1 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Standard MS2530:2022 (MSPO 2.0) officially comes into effect today, introducing stricter guidelines for sustainability, trace...[+499 chars] 2025-01-01T10:03:27 Supernet Ltd announces plan to relocate registered office to Sindh News Desk https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/01/01/supernet-ltd-announces-plan-to-relocate-registered-office-to-sindh https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Otsuka-Pakistan-648x470.jpeg PK en Supernet Limited wants to relocate the company's registered office from Islamabad Capital Territory to the Province of Sindh. The company will be liable to pay its taxes to the Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) as opposed to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Supernet Limited (PSX: GEMSPNL) has announced its Board of Directors' resolution to relocate the company's registered office from Islamabad Capital Territory to the Province of Sindh. The decision was...[+1254 chars] 2025-01-01T10:00:03 Opinion: 2025 will be the year ESG accountability ramps up for businesses Conor Chell https://world.einnews.com/article_detail/773290809/DQJfd0TuggKwHZc6 https://www.theglobeandmail.com/resizer/v2/FQQHJ27J5ZCC3DLICGCF2LQU5M.JPG?auth=43b3bfe505015d7effd7b5b70891235f684f3d7e7a703de783c3127ab399e7bf&width=1200&height=800&quality=80&smart=true UA en Conor Chell is the national leader of ESG law at KPMG Law LLP and KPMg Canada. Canada's sustainability landscape has experienced sweeping regulatory reforms and mounting expectations for greater transparency. Many companies are facing significantly rising compliance costs, a lack of qualified and experienced personnel needed to meet these requirements and direct effects on operations. "Wind turbines in Palm Springs, Calif., on Oct. 12, 2024.Mike Blake/Reuters Conor Chell is the national leader of ESG law at KPMG Law LLP and KPMG Canada. Over the past 18 months, Canada's sustainabili...[+4155 chars]" 2025-01-01T09:02:00 Easy Trip CEO Nishant Pitti resigns over personal reasons ET Online https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/travel/easy-trip-ceo-nishant-pitti-resigns-over-personal-reasons/articleshow/116847181.cms https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116847294,width-1200,height-630,imgsize-1677565,overlay-economictimes/articleshow.jpg IN en Nishant Pitti has resigned as CEO of Easy Trip Planners Ltd citing personal reasons. Rikant Pittie has been appointed as the new CEO with effect from January 1, 2025. On Tuesday, Pitti divested a 1.4 per cent stake in the company for Rs 78 crore. "(You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel After divesting a 1.4 per cent stake in the company, Easy Trip Planners promoter and co-founder Nishant Pitt...[+1873 chars]" 2025-01-01T08:38:22 PVV Infra board approves to raise ₹49.50 crore though rights issue The Hindu https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/01/PVV_Infra_board_approves_to_raise_4950_crore_though_rights_i https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/01/[] US en The specifics of the issue will be finalised in due course, subject to regulatory approvals, the company said. The price, entitlement ratio and record date will be decided later. The issue is expected to be worth $1.5 billion to $2 billion. """ The specifics of the issue, including the price, entitlement ratio and record date, will be finalised in due course, subject to regulatory approvals, "" the company said" 2025-01-01T07:35:49 Sebi's Integrated Filing System to Simplify Compliance for Listed Entities Devdiscourse News Desk https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/headlines/3212007-sebis-integrated-filing-system-to-simplify-compliance-for-listed-entities https://www.devdiscourse.com/remote.axd?https://devdiscourse.blob.core.windows.net/aiimagegallery/26_07_2024_11_50_10_5022977.png?width=920&format=jpeg IN en Sebi has launched a new compliance framework for listed entities aimed at simplifying governance and financial disclosures. The integrated filing system will be applicable for filings from the quarter ending December 31, 2024. The framework also imposes new eligibility norms for secretarial auditors and introduces penalties for non-compliance. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has launched a new compliance framework for listed entities, aimed at simplifying governance and financial disclosures. The integrated filing system w...[+688 chars] 2025-01-01T07:31:45 Regulators Unleash a Climate-Disclosure Triple Threat to Businesses Stone Washington https://news.knowledia.com/all/all/articles/regulators-unleash-a-climate-disclosure-triple-threat-to-businesses-2df400106bf8fb320f0d17b47492518693690f11 https://i0.wp.com/www.nationalreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/SEC-EU-Cali.jpg?fit=2057%2C1200&ssl=1 FR en Regulators Unleash a Climate-Disclosure Triple Threat to Businesses. Three bodies are set to entangle U.S. firms in a regulatory web of confusing disclosures that produce little value for investors and come at great expense. Stone Washington is one of them. "Regulators Unleash a Climate-Disclosure Triple Threat to Businesses 15 minutes ago www.nationalreview.com 1 min read fairly difficult Three bodies are set to entangle U.S. firms in a regulatory web of...[+124 chars]" 2025-01-01T06:56:09 NERC Orders DisCos On 95% Electricity Offtake, Reviews KPIs Nse Anthony https://leadership.ng/nerc-orders-discos-on-95-electricity-offtake-reviews-kpis https://leadership.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NERC-1.png NG en NERC has issued an addendum to its Order on Performance Monitoring Framework for Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos). It is aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and accountability. NERC will issue Rectification Directives for all outstanding issues related to the revised KPIs for Q3 and Q4 of 2024 and Q1 2025. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has mandated electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to achieve a 95 per cent electricity offtake of their allocated energy for two out of thr...[+2969 chars] 2025-01-01T05:12:27 Investing in Swiss Life Holding (VTX:SLHN) five years ago would have delivered you a 84% gain Simply Wall St https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/investing-swiss-life-holding-vtx-051227091.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/f99e03d6864d27459bdfbebc0a8e18a3 US en Swiss Life Holding AG (VTX:SLHN) shareholders have enjoyed a 43% share price rise over the last half decade, well in excess of the market return of around 5.8%. However, recent returns haven't been as impressive as that, with the stock returning just 27% in the last year, including dividends. This suggests that market participants hold the company in higher regard, these days. When we invest, we're generally looking for stocks that outperform the market average. And the truth is, you can make significant gains if you buy good quality businesses at the right price. For examp...[+3835 chars] 2025-01-01T03:41:13 MSPO 2.0 takes effect today: Certification applies only to areas not deforested after Dec 31, 2019 Faiqah Kamaruddin https://www.nst.com.my/business/economy/2025/01/1155159/mspo-20-takes-effect-today-certification-applies-only-areas-not https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/mspo01_NSTfield_image_socialmedia.var_1735702869.jpg MY en Malaysia has introduced a new benchmark for ethical palm oil production called MSPO 2.0. The new benchmark has a comprehensive traceability mechanism to ensure supply chain transparency. It also has a deforestation cut-off date from January 1, 2025. It has been mandatory for all palm oil producers in Malaysia since 2019. It is listed on the International Trade Centre (ITC) Standards Map. "KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has upped the ante in ethical palm oil production with the benchmark Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Standard MS2530:2022 (MSPO 2.0), taking effect today. The MSPO 2.0 set...[+3925 chars]" 2025-01-01T03:41:13 MSPO 2.0: Experts see stronger global position for Malaysian palm oil Faiqah Kamaruddin https://www.nst.com.my/business/economy/2025/01/1155159/mspo-20-experts-see-stronger-global-position-malaysian-palm-oil https://assets.nst.com.my/images/articles/palm_oil_1735777270.jpg MY en The Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Standard MS2530:2022 took effect on January 1, 2025. The MSPO 2.0 establishes a new benchmark to strengthen sustainability and inclusivity in ethical palm oil production. It includes a deforestation cut-off date to ensure all new plantings adhere to updated sustainability practices, preventing deforestation and ensuring responsible land use. KUALA LUMPUR: Industry bodies and analysts are hopeful that the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Standard MS2530:2022 (MSPO 2.0), which took effect on Jan 1, 2025, will open new markets for Malay...[+6098 chars] 2025-01-01T03:10:12 Nigerian Breweries announces listing of new N20.7b ordinary shares Guardian Nigeria https://guardian.ng/business-services/nigerian-breweries-announces-listing-of-new-n20-7b-ordinary-shares https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Nigerian-Breweries-Plc.jpg NG en The Board of Directors of Nigerian Breweries Plc has announced the official listing of a newly allotted N20,706,894,542 ordinary shares on the Nigerian Exchange Limited. The allotted shares, which come at 50k each, arose from the company's Rights issue of N22,607,491,232 ordinary shares of 50kobo each at N26.50 per share, which ended recently. The shares were formally listed on the official list on Monday, December 30, 2024. The Board of Directors of Nigerian Breweries Plc, Nigeria's foremost brewing company, has announced the official listing of a newly allotted N20,706,894,542 ordinary shares on the Nigerian Exchange Li...[+629 chars] 2025-01-01T03:07:12 Tat Seng Packaging Group (SGX:T12) shareholders have earned a 15% CAGR over the last five years Simply Wall St https://finance.yahoo.com/news/tat-seng-packaging-group-sgx-030712643.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/simply_wall_st__316/a42d29075720ed86db2cf8574a6a3243 US en Tat Seng Packaging Group Ltd (SGX:T12) share price is up 51% in the last 5 years. However, recent returns haven't been as impressive as that, with the stock returning just 18%. The company's TSR for the last five years was 100%, which exceeds the share price return mentioned earlier. TSR is a return calculation that accounts for the value of cash dividends and discounted capital raisings and spin-offs. Stock pickers are generally looking for stocks that will outperform the broader market. And while active stock picking involves risks (and requires diversification) it can also provide excess returns....[+3832 chars] 2025-01-01T02:12:00 Pulse Over Processes: BizongoBuy CEO's expectation from HR is simple but critical, ETHRWorld Abhishek Sahu https://hr.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/pulse-over-processes-bizongobuy-ceos-expectation-from-hr-is-simple-but-critical/116790957 https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-116790957,imgsize-241966,width-1200,height=765,overlay-ethr/industry/pulse-over-processes-bizongobuy-ceos-expectation-from-hr-is-simple-but-critical.jpg IN en Prahlad Krishnamurthi is the CEO of Bizongo's procurement platform, Business Buy. He believes in a two-dimensional mental model to approach problems: speed and precision. He uses humour as a key tool to maintain a positive environment. "Advt Advt On one axis is speed—how quickly a problem needs to be addressed. On the other is precision—how thoroughly it needs to be solved. By , ETHRWorld Join the community of 2M+ industry profession...[+4685 chars]" 2025-01-01T02:08:47 Companies listed in Hong Kong totals 2,631 in 2024: HKEX People Daily https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/01/Companies_listed_in_Hong_Kong_totals_2631_in_2024_HKEX https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8wjFcTcWa4U/0.jpg US en There are 2,631 listed companies in Hong Kong, an increase of 22 companies since the beginning of 2024. There were 71 listed companies at the start of the year.   in the previous year there were 71 companies in the Hong Kong. HONG KONG, Dec. 31 (Xinhua) -- The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) announced on Tuesday that the number of listed companies in Hong Kong totaled 2,631, an increase of 22 companies sinc...[+37 chars] 2025-01-01T01:48:49 Stakeholders Demand Tax Reliefs, Funding to Tackle Indigenous Energy Firms' Challenges Nigeria https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/01/01/stakeholders-demand-tax-reliefs-funding-to-tackle-indigenous-energy-firms-challenges https://global.ariseplay.com/amg/www.thisdaylive.com/uploads/Tax.jpeg NG en Stakeholders in the Nigerian energy sector have called for urgent interventions to enable successful indigenous energy companies overcome their operational challenges. They made the call at the 8th Solewant Energy Summit held recently in Rivers State. The summit was aimed at addressing the pressing energy challenges facing the African continent and exploring innovative solutions. "Peter Uzoho Stakeholders in the Nigerian energy sector have advocated urgent interventions such as tax reliefs and other innovative funding solutions to enable successful indigenous energy companies o...[+1982 chars]" 2025-01-01T01:38:00 Voting Rights and Capital Jan. 1, 2025 01:38 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/6005122 https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/assets/favicon-TN3.png TW en Shell plc's capital as at December 31, 2024 consists of 6,115,031,158 ordinary shares of €0.07 each. Shell plc holds no shares in Treasury. The figure may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculation by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in the company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. "Total Voting Rights In conformity with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, we hereby notify the market of the following: Shell plc's capital as at December 31, 2024, consists of 6,115,031,...[+673 chars]" 2025-01-01T01:31:13 Citigroup, BofA join US lenders in exiting Net-Zero Banking Alliance Reuters https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/citigroup-bofa-join-us-lenders-230351212.html https://media.zenfs.com/en/reuters.com/2551a54441105bec3208e03c99980948 US en Citigroup and Bank of America are leaving the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. They follow Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs, who left the alliance earlier this month. The NZBA aims to bring down carbon emissions from the lending and investment portfolios of its members to zero on a net basis by 2050. "(Reuters) - U.S. banks Citigroup and Bank of America said on Tuesday they are exiting the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a group of global banks that have pledged to curb greenhouse gas emissions. ...[+1139 chars]" 2025-01-01T00:42:09 Hatten Land's Strategic Moves Amid Share Suspension https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/top-stocks/hatten-land-s-strategic-moves-amid-share-suspension/ar-AA1wMNOa US en Hatten Land Limited is engaged in discussions with major creditors and has extended its investment agreement with a strategic investor to finalize terms. The company is also streamlining its operations by striking off dormant subsidiaries as part of its restructuring process. Its shares remain suspended and investors are advised to stay informed. "Hatten Land Limited (SG:PH0) has released an update. Hatten Land Limited is actively engaged in discussions with major creditors and has extended its investment agreement with a strategic investor to ...[+332 chars]" 2025-01-01T00:40:12 Sustainability reporting mandatory for M'sian listings Dzul https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/01/01/sustainability-reporting-mandatory-for-msian-listings https://themalaysianreserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Bursa.jpg MY en Starting from 2025, listed companies must include a detailed sustainability statement in their annual reports. Bursa Malaysia's updated rules aim to ensure that companies' sustainability reporting meets globally recognised standards. Large Main Market-listed companies with a market capitalisation of RM2 billion or more will be the first to implement the new reporting standards, starting from January 2025. Main Market companies in the Main Market will follow in January 2026, while ACE Market corporations will begin the process in January 2020. "Starting 2025, listed companies must include a detailed sustainability statement in their annual reports by RUPINDER SINGH IN A move to enhance sustainability practices and improve corporate transpare...[+3733 chars]" 2025-01-01T00:17:29 Canada Seeks Input On New Greenwashing Law That Will Impact US Businesses Jon McGowan https://www.forbes.com/sites/jonmcgowan/2024/12/31/canada-seeks-input-on-new-greenwashing-law-that-will-impact-us-businesses https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6774343eac92d1b09302a115/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds US en The Canadian government amended the Competition Act to regulate environmental claims in marketing materials. For U.S. companies that do business in Canada, this creates a new legal liability that could result in heavy fines. Competition Bureau has released a draft of the proposed guidelines and is seeking feedback from impacted businesses. The draft points to four areas of the Act that are applicable to greenwashing: false or misleading representations, product performance claims, claims about the environmental benefit of a product, and claims about an environmental benefit. In an effort to combat greenwashing, the Canadian government has amended the Competition Act, adding a new provision that regulates environmental claims in marketing materials. For U.S. companies that...[+4588 chars] 2025-01-01T00:00:00 Fossil fuel firms to pay New York for contributions to climate change Beijing News https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/01/Fossil_fuel_firms_to_pay_New_York_for_contributions_to_clima https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en New York State will charge fossil fuel companies for their contributions to climate change. The legislation requires companies with significant greenhouse gas emissions to pay into a state fund dedicated to climate resiliency projects and repairs. The Climate Change Superfund Act was signed by Governor Kathy Hochul. ALBANY, New York: Under a newly signed law by Governor Kathy Hochul, New York State will charge major fossil fuel companies for their contributions to climate change. The legislation requires companie...[+317 chars] 2025-01-01T00:00:00 SECP notifies adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards Urdu Point https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/01/SECP_notifies_adoption_of_IFRS_Sustainability_Disclosure_Sta https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has notified the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Sustainability Disclosure Standards in a phase-wise manner in Pakistan. The IFRS-S1, 'General' will be implemented from January 1, 2025. ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 1st Jan, 2025) The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has notified the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) S...[+91 chars] 2025-01-01T00:00:00 Sebi clarifies on cyber norms The Economic Times https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/01/Sebi_clarifies_on_cyber_norms_c https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en The clarification came after Sebi addressed queries from stakeholders regarding the framework and provided a clarification on the matter.   Â . i in the statement. in which Sebi said that the framework was clear. ​​The clarification came after Sebi addressed queries from stakeholders regarding the framework 2025-01-01T00:00:00 A new era for corporate Australia begins as mandatory climate reporting rules kick in system https://article.wn.com/view/2025/01/01/A_new_era_for_corporate_Australia_begins_as_mandatory_climat https://ecdn0.wn.com/st/favicon-20131209.ico US en Companies will be required to disclose the risks and opportunities they will face under a warming climate from this week. Report profits and losses is standard fare in corporate Australia, but this week they will have to disclose risks and challenges they will be faced with under the warming climate. Reporting profits and losses is standard fare in corporate Australia, but from this week companies will be required to disclose the risks and opportunities they will face under a warming climate. 2025-01-01T00:00:00 National dialogue may achieve 60pc cut in greenhouse gas emissions: PRGMEA Our Correspondent https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1267361-national-dialogue-may-achieve-60pc-cut-in-greenhouse-gas-emissions-prgmea https://www.thenews.com.pk/assets/uploads/akhbar/2025-01-01/l_1267361_024626_updates.jpg PK en Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PRGMEA) highlights the government's commitment to ambitious climate action as outlined in its revised NDCs submitted in 2021 under the Paris Agreement. Dr Ayyazuddin says the upcoming NDC 3.0 presents Pakistan with an opportunity to assert its leadership in climate action. LAHORE: Stressing the need for coherent bold action for a resilient future, the Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PRGMEA) highlighted on Monday the government's comm...[+2994 chars]